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SEPTEMBER, 2010 CALENDAR

THUR SEPT 2  AG BREAKFAST, 7:30 A.M.; COMMISSIONERS, 9 A.M.

MON SEPT 6 LABOR DAY, DURBIN BEAN BAKE

TUE  SEPT 7  FAIR BOARD MEETING, 7:30 P.M.; COMMISSIONERS, 9 A.M.; LAKE MEETING AT FIELD HOUSE, 7 P.M.

THUR SEPT 9  COMMISSIONERS, 9 A.M.; DARE BOOSTERS, 4 P.M.

FRI, SAT, SUN  SEPT 10,11,12 CIVIL WAR REENACTMENT AT FORT RECOVERY

 SAT SEPT 11 REUNION AT ILDEWILD 12 NOON

 SAT SUN MON SEPT 11, 12 13 FALL FESTIVAL AT FAIR GROUNDS

MON SEPT 13 COLDWATER COUNCIL AT 7 P.M.

TUE SEPT 14 COMMISSIONERS AT 9 A.M. COLDWATER BOE, 6 P.M.;  FORT RECOVERY BOE AT 7:30 P.M.

THUR SEPT 16 COMMISSIONERS AT 9 A.M.

MON SEPT 20  MENDON LIONS AT 7:30 P.M

TUE SEPT 21 COMMISSIONERS AT 9 A.M.

THUR SEPT 23 COMMISSIONERS AT 9 A.M.

SAT SEPT 25 WINGFEST AT FAIR GROUNDS

SUN SEPT 26 TIME CAPSULE AT MUSEUM

MON SEPT 27 COLDWATER COUNCIL AT 7 P.M.

TUE SEPT 28 COMMISSIONERS AT 9 A.M.

THUR SEPT 30 COMMISSIONERS AT 9 A.M.

 

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SPECIAL NEWS RELEASE JUNE 19, 2010

DEDICATION LOCKKEEPER'S HOUSE

NEW BREMEN, OHIO

 

VISITORS WAIT TO VISIT LOCKKEEPER'S HOUSE

 

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NEWS UPDATE FOR JUNE 21, 2010

 

Celina Police Break Up Underage Alcohol Party

 

Nineteen young adults and two juveniles are facing charges in connection with an underage alcohol party that Celina Police officers were called to early Saturday morning.  Officers responded to a call of a loud party at 1413 James Drive at 12:52 AM.  They arrived to find a large number of subjects at the party, ranging in age from 15 to 21.  Several were found to have been drinking. 

 

Some subjects did flee when officers arrived, and at least two were apprehended outside the residence.  After the fleeing suspects were apprehended a search warrant was obtained to enter the home and check for evidence of, and violations of underage drinking.  Over 100 unopened containers of beer found, along with coolers and dozens of empty or partial containers of beer and alcohol.  The subject in charge of the home, Dylan J. Link, (19), was charged with one count of underage consumption of alcohol, one count of furnishing a place for underage persons to drink and one count of obstruction of official business.  The alcohol charges are first degree misdemeanors, the obstruction charge is a second degree misdemeanor.  Dylan’s mother, who owns the home, was out of town at the time

 

Alex R. Dues (18), faces charges of underage consumption (M-1), resisting arrest (M-2), and criminal mischief (M-3).  Amanda K. Schmitt (21), Benjamin W. Carr (21), and Lauren Schneidt (21), each face a charge of obstruction of official business (M-2).  Andrew J. Davis has been charged with underage consumption of alcohol (M-1), obstruction of official business (M-2), and criminal mischief (M-3).  Charged with underage consumption were:  Andrew L. Menchhofer (19), Jordan L. Walls (19), Matthew E. Clausen (20), Austin L. Trisel (20), Shawn G. Everman (19), Brittany F. Spengler (20), Derek S. Gagle (19), Eric J. Heinrichs (18), Chelsie M. O’Neill (19), Justin D. Kinner (20), Sara A. Dorsten (19), Anthony J. Brockman (18), Jessica D. Ahrns (18).  Two juvenile females, ages 15 and 17 are also facing charges of underage consumption of alcohol. 

 

 

Nineteen Briarwood Village Employees Honored For Service

COLDWATER, Ohio – Rarely in today’s world of employment, can an organization boast of employee longevity.  Yet Briarwood Village, managed by HCF Management Inc., Lima, Ohio, recently honored 19employees for over 20-plus years of service to the care community, at the exclusive annual Platinum Club Celebration held in Lima, Ohio.

 According to Chuck Okorowski, vice present of human resources for HCF Management Inc., “employee longevity is one of the unique characteristics of Briarwood Village which results in the outstanding level of quality of care that is provided to the residents.  HCF is honored to have such a dedicated team of care providers working for them.”  Overall, HCF recognized over 340 employees who have twenty or more years of service with HCF.

 The employees were honored on May 19, 2010 with a celebratory luncheon, awards, and a special gift. Tara Sibert, Briarwood Village Executive Director, is pleased to recognize the following employees for their devotion to providing outstanding care to our residents: Rita Pottkotter, 35 years; Alice Tumbush, 33 years; Alice Wuebker, 32 years; Darlene Frantz, 31 years; Carol Wenning, 31 years; Sharon Garman, 30 years; Pat Osterholt, 30 years; Esther Kuess, 28 years; Nancy Kroft, 27 years; Cindy Koester, 25 years; Ann Fleckenstein, 24 years; Frankie Lewis, 23 years; Cathy Brookhart, 22 years; Sandy Now, 22 years; Tami Bowlby, 21 years; Kevin Hoenie, 21 years; Lisa Leugers, 21 years; Joyce Steinbrunner, 21 years; and Donna Post, 20 years.

 

Sons of American Veterans To Sponsor Parade of Lights

 

            The Sons of American Veterans from AmVets Post 698 in Middle Point will be having a parade of lights, poker run and bike show on July 10, 2010.  The run will begin at WalMart on Harding Highway in Lima.  Registration begins at 8:30 PM and the bike will leave the parking lot at 9:30 PM.  The bikes will travel through Lima, Elida, Delphos and finish in Van Wert at the Pitt Stop Restaurant.

            This is a one-of-a-kind poker run and bike show.  It is a night run so you can show off all those lights on your bike.  During the bike show, have all your lights lit up and everyone can vote for the bikes they like the best.  If you don’t own a bike, you are encouraged to stand out along the route and watch all the bikes come through.    The route will follow highway 309 through Lima to Delphos and then the historic Lincoln Highway from Delphos to Van Wert.

            The Sons of American Veterans do a lot of work with veterans in the area.  This is a major fund raiser to help those who have sacrificed so much for our country. 

            For more information contact Gary Stegaman at 419-203-5587.

 

 

          New Exhibit To Open At Fort Recovery Museum July 11

 

 

Story of Frontier Battle Gets New Treatment

(FORT RECOVERY,OH)─The grand re-opening of the Fort Recovery Museum will be Sunday, July 11. The Ohio Historical Society and the Fort Recovery Historical Society will host a program at 2:30 p.m. to kick off the new exhibit.

Visitors can tour Fort Recovery from noon to 5 p.m. Admission to the fort and museum will be free for the day in celebration of the re-opening.

“Fort Recovery played a pivotal role in the history of the Northwest Territory,” said George Kane, Ohio Historical Society director of Historic Sites and Facilities. “Thanks to the efforts of the Fort Recovery Historical Society and capital funding from the state legislature, the Ohio Historical Society was able to update the museum’s exhibit to tell a more balanced story of the two major battles that happened here between the Indian forces and American army when Ohio was the frontier of our young nation.”

 

Fort Recovery Redefined

According to Kane, the old exhibit, which was installed in the 1970s, needed updating and reorganizing. In addition, the treatment of the battles that took place between the Indian forces and the Americans overemphasized the American military perspective.

Revamping Fort Recovery’s museum began two years ago when the Ohio Historical Society began working with the Fort Recovery Historical Society to plan the new exhibit. The results reflect extensive historical and exhibit research, including incorporating feedback from focus groups from the Fort Recovery and Native American communities.

“It has been a pleasant and exciting experience to work together in such a cooperative way to develop what we all think will be one terrific new approach to “telling” the important story that took place on the banks of the Wabash here in Fort Recovery,” says Nancy Knapke, Fort Recovery site manager. “We can’t wait to see the reaction of visitors this summer. They’re going to love it!” The exhibit, laid out in four sections, provides visitors with a in-depth and balanced retelling of the battles on the Wabash River. An introduction sets the stage giving visitors an overview of the mounting tensions between the Indian and American cultures. Both the 1791 and 1794 battles are examined in detail, along with biographies of the leaders on each side of the conflicts. Artifacts found from both conflicts give visitors a glimpse into the struggles that took place.

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History Lesson: Deciding the Destiny of the Northwest Territory

In late 1791, the Indians defeated Gen. Arthur St. Clair's forces at this site along the Wabash River. More than half of St. Clair's men were killed or wounded in the surprise Indian attack. It was a great Indian victory over the American military and still ranks among the worst defeats for the army. The overwhelming defeat instigated the first congressional investigation. In late 1793, Gen. Anthony Wayne sent a force to build a four-blockhouse post named Fort Recovery at the 1791 battle site. On June 30 of the following year, a small garrison force defeated what is believed to have been the largest gathering of Indian warriors east of the Mississippi River. The successful defense of the fort set the stage for Wayne's final triumph at Fallen Timbers in August of 1794 and the Treaty of Greeneville the following year. This opened much of Ohio for American settlement, and subsequently, of the entire Northwest Territory

 

Fort Recovery Today

Today, the historic site offers visitors a glimpse of the 1790s, featuring the museum, two reconstructed blockhouses with connecting stockade, and a monument. Fort Recovery is managed by the Fort Recovery Historical Society for the Ohio Historical Society, nonprofit organization that serves as the state’s partner in preserving and interpreting Ohio’s history, natural history, archaeology and historic places. For more information, visit www.ohiohistory.org/fortrecovery or call 800-283-8920.

The historic site is located near the intersection of State Route 119 and State Route 49, in the village of Fort Recovery, in Mercer County. For the 2010 season, it is open noon to 5 p.m., daily through Aug. 31 from noon and on weekends only through Sept. 26. Admission is $3 for adults, $1 for children (6-12) and free to Ohio Historical Society members.

 

 

Boooksigning in Wapakoneta

 

The Auglaize Antique Mall at 116 W. Auglaize, Wapakoneta, announces a book signing for the locally authored book, Images of America, WAPAKONETA, on Saturday July 3, 2010 from 2:00 - 4:00 PM.  Featured at this book signing will be some of the made-in-Wapakoneta antiques available for sale at the Auglaize Antique Mall.  The region’s premier antiques destination, the Auglaize Antique Mall, is the largest antique mall in West Central Ohio with in excess of two hundred booths and showcases of quality antiques and memorabilia. 

 

Author Dianne Dodds Knipp, a retired teacher who has found a way of intertwining her love of genealogy with local history, represents the Downtown Wapakoneta Partnership in its endeavor to enhance and promote viable businesses in the historic downtown through a pictorial history.   Working with public and private photographic collections, Knipp has compiled photos representing the many citizens who have shaped Wapakoneta’s proud history.  The Downtown Wapakoneta Partnership (DWP) is a group of business and civic leaders that work toward the preservation, revitalization, and enhancement of Wapakoneta. 

 

Wapakoneta has a unique history among Ohio cities, being one of few towns that can trace its history from arrowheads to aerospace.  Archaeological evidence places Native American hunters in the area as far back as 11,490 years.  Later, this site became home to a major Shawnee Indian Village and famous regional Indian Council House.  Wapakoneta was officially established in 1833, prospering with the arrival of the railroad, German craftsmanship, and entrepreneurial spirit.  It has flourished since and more recently become known in the international spotlight as the hometown of Apollo 11 commander, Neil A. Armstrong, the first person to step on the surface of the moon.  Also featured in the book is The Armstrong Air and Space Museum, resembling a futuristic moon base, which is dedicated to all Ohioans who have explored space.

 

 

SECOND ANNUAL RIVERSIDE WINE FESTIVAL TO BE HELD IN FINDLAY JUNE 26

 

 …The Arts Partnership invites you to attend the second annual Riverside Wine Festival, June 26, 2010 from noon to 8pm at scenic Riverside Park.  This premier event, will feature eleven Ohio wineries, gourmet foods, fine arts and crafts, live entertainment, demonstrations and more! 

 

The event will feature wines from the following Ohio wineries: Chateau Tebeau (Helena), Firelands Winery (Port Clinton), Heineman Winery (Put-In-Bay), Hermes Vineyards (Sandusky), Hillside Winery (Gilboa), Klingshirn Winery (Avon Lake), Paper Moon Vineyard (Vermillion), Shamrock Vineyards (Waldo), Soine Vineyards (Powell), Stoney Ridge Winery (Bryan), and Viking Vineyards and Winery (Kent). 

 

Attendees will be able to purchase a variety of fine foods from Bistro on Main, Bread Kneads, Fins, and Gracie’s Deli.  Foods offered will include such delectables as bread sticks, cheese trays, crab cakes, oysters and many other gourmet dishes.   

 

Live entertainment will be provided by area musicians covering a variety of genres. 

·        Opening the festival at noon will be an acoustic guitarist, Tim Oehlers. Oehlers is a well known guitarist/composer/recording artist/teacher from Toledo that plays a wide range of music.

·        Playing from 2:00 to 5:30pm is the Jack Taylor Jazz Quartet.  The Jack Taylor Quartet appears regularly in NW Ohio and features Jack Taylor, Director of Bands at The University of Findlay on saxophones, John Johnson on guitar and vocals, Kevin Eikum on bass and vocals, and Scott Kretzer on Drums.  The musicians met as members of the Toledo Jazz Orchestra.  The quartet has appeared regularly at Fin's Seafood Restaurant in Findlay over the past year.

·        Blues 215 will take the stage at 6:00pm.  Blues 215 is a classic rhythm and blues band featuring Craig and Jayne Allen, Jerry Natal, Marcus Theis, and Reg Routson. With strong vocals, Blues 215 performs a wide variety of music styles.

 

A variety of demonstrations will be held throughout the day at 1:30pm, 3:30pm, and 5:30pm.

·        Kan Du Studio will be on site demonstrating how they make their products, the majority of which come from aluminum print plates that they recycle from The Courier.  Their signature product, the Kan Du Star, was developed to represent the true spirit their artists have for Findlay and Hancock County. They will have artists demonstrating their talents and pieces for sale to fit every budget. Kan Du Studio’s demonstration is scheduled for 1:30pm

·        Ann Boyd who owns her own company called “My Own Backyard Herbs and Flowers” will be providing a seminar titled, “A Poet's Picnic - What Came First?  Wine or Poetry?” where she will share recipes for dining alfresco and foods of love. Ann has been studying herbs for over 30 years and is very well known as an authority on the subject. Ann will have live annual and perennial herbs in pots, fresh bay leaves, and homemade herbal products for sale. Ann’s demonstrations are scheduled for 3:30 and 5:30pm.

·        Dan and Patrick Matheny are the owners/operators of the Findlay Wine Merchant. They will be demonstrating “Wine Tasting 101” seminars that will discuss proper etiquette and what to look for in wines when sampling. The Mathenys have been hosting wine tastings in the community for many years. Demonstrations are scheduled for 1:30 and 3:30pm.

·        Paula Wolper is an assistant professor at the University of Findlay in the Hospitality Management Program and supervises the student-managed Village Café on Campus.  She will be demonstrating the following:  Fruity Sangria, Braciole (Italian thinly sliced steak, stuffed with bread crumbs and cheese), Wine Poached Fruit, and Zabaglione (a light frothy custard) over berries. Paula’s demonstration is scheduled for 5:30pm.

 

Wine Festival will also feature:

 

Artists:  Davies Garden of Art (Watercolor Paintings), Weingartner Studio (Sterling Silver & Stone Jewelry), Don Huber (Paintings), ConjiAqua (Necklaces & Bracelets), deeFuzion Limited (Jewelry, Wine Accoutrements & Home Décor), Kathy Pereira de Almeida & Ann Beck (Scarves, Bags, Jewelry), Melissa Sullivan (Fused Glass), William Gerardino (Photography), Tim Hamlin (Glass Blowing) and Ziss Custom Glass (Fused Glass, Stained Glass, and Sterling Silver Rings).

 

Exhibitors:  Lily Bay (Gourmet Foods & Gifts), Port Royal Cigars, and DorAnne’s Gifts and Gourmet (Food & Wine Accessories). The Courier will also be on hand with newspapers for sale and discounted subscriptions.

 

Admission is $18 in advance (through June 18th) and $20 at the gate.  Admission includes a commemorative glass and up to 10 one-ounce tastes throughout the day.  Event attendees may purchase additional tasting tickets, glasses of wine and sealed bottles to take home.  Designated drivers and those under 21 can attend for $10.  Children in strollers are free. 

 

For tickets to the event or for more information, contact The Arts Partnership Box Office by calling 419-422-4624 or by visiting the office, located at 618 South Main Street.  Business hours are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm.

 

Free parking and shuttle service will be offered at the event.  Parking will be available in the Riverside Park overflow lots and Masonic Temple.  Shuttle service will be provided by Birchaven Retirement Village.      

 

Riverside Wine Festival has been generously sponsored by Alfagreen Supreme and the Hancock County Convention & Visitors Bureau.  Activity and stage sponsors include Duane and Kathy Jebbett, Gene Stevens Honda, Fitzgerald & Mihalik LLC, and Pry Professional Group.

 

The Arts Partnership of Greater Hancock County is a non-profit organization serving Findlay and Hancock County.  Its mission is to provide, encourage, and promote quality arts presentations, educational opportunities and entertainment.  The Arts Partnership is funded in part by Findlay Area Arts Foundation, the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation, private donations, corporate and small business donations, and the Ohio Arts Council.

 

 

Chamber Points Newsletter

 

It's that time again for another installment of the Chamber Points Newsletter.  This time around, due to the move and Scott's vacation during the last week of June, we'll publish the newsletter by Friday July 11th. 

 

If you'd like to include an insert in the newsletter, please have it to us by July1st.  If you provide all the inserts, we'll need 375 copies.  If you need us to make copies for you, please call and we'll make those arrangements, no problem!  8.5X11" black and white copies are $.05 each, color are $.20 each.  Each Chamber member can insert once per year for free, each subsequent insert is only $50.00.

 

 

First Annual Grand Lake Photo Club Photo Contest

 

The Grand Lake Photo Club is hosting their first Annual Photo Contest. The photography contest will be a juried exhibition open to all photographers, and will be held during the Celina Lake Festival in Celina, Ohio on July 19th thru the 24th. The contest consists of printed and framed entries which must be submitted by July 9th or 10th.  All entries (if space allows) will be displayed at the Mercer County Courthouse rotunda. Winners will be announced on July 24th.  There will be cash prizes for all 1st place winners (one per category). All winning entries will be displayed for one week after contest is complete. Categories include both Professional and Amateur photos. For complete rules and an entry form please visit the Grand Lake Photo Club website at  www.grandlakephotoclub.com

 

 



             Wal Mart donates to the Celina Concert Series

 

             



Pictured from left to right: Amy Schwieterman, Celina Manor & Concert

Committee Chris Carroll, Wal Mart Joann Wurster, City of Celina & Concert Committee Chris Mohler, Edward Jones & Concert Committee

 

 

Earn a Premium Rebate through Safety Education

 

Thousands of Ohio employers find value and workers’ compensation premium savings by actively participating in their local safety councils. And you can join them.  Get a 2-percent rebate on your premiums by becoming an active member of one of 80 BWC sponsored safety councils. Reduce either the severity or frequency of injuries in your workplace by 10 percent, or keep both at zero, and you will earn an additional 2-percent performance bonus rebate.

 

You must also attend at least ten meetings a year with at least eight through

the Grand Lake Area Safety Council.  Two meetings can be through attendance at BWC’s safety training courses or industry-specific training.

The Grand Lake Area Safety Council meets the third Wednesday of every

month at Romer’s in Celina for lunch and program. 

 

Enrollment is being taken now and must be done by July 31, 2010 for the

2010-2011 year.  Call the Grand Lake Area Safety Council, a committee of the Celina Mercer County Chamber of Commerce at 419 586-2219 or visit

www.grandlakesafety.com

 

BWC Safety Councils can help you:

Learn techniques for increasing safety in your workplace.

Learn how to better manage your workers’ compensation program.

Network with other employers in your community.

Access useful, money-saving workers’ comp and risk management information.

 

* The rebate offer excludes self-insuring employers, state agencies and

employers enrolled in BWC’s group-rating and group-retrospective

programs. Limitations apply to a professional employer organization.

BWC encourages all employers to become active safety council members.

 

 

NB Seniors announce next meeting

 

(New Bremen) 

 

The New Bremen Senior Citizens regular monthly meeting will be held at 7:30pm on Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at the Senior Citizens Center, 700 East Monroe St., New Bremen. Please note the time change to 7:30 p.m. for the summer months.

 

Installation of officers will be held.  President Rita Heitkamp, Vice President Mary Ann Weiskittle, Secretary Susan Wolters, Treasurer  Cindy Wenning, Trustees: Dennis Heitkamp, Harold Heuker, Jerry Dwenger.

 

June is our Wedding Anniversary month honoring couples married 50, 55, 60, 65 & 70 years of marriage.

 

Any senior citizen in the area 55 & older is invited to attend any meeting and join in the fellowship.  Guests are always welcome to attend any of the meetings.

 

Following the attendance drawing, a light lunch will be served by

Harold & Irene Stammen, Joann Homan & Marie & Joe Wendeln

 

Bingo will conclude the evening of fun & fellowship.

 

For information on rentals call Lowell Quellhorst @ 419-629-3352; quilts Mary Hespe @ 419-629-0704. All other information call Suzanne Heuker @ 419-629-2206 or Rita Heitkamp @ 419-629-2877

 

 

MCDO Minutes for June 8, 2010

 

 

President, Jim Keller called the June meeting of The Marion Community Development Organization to order by reciting The Pledge of Allegiance. The June meeting was held on June 8, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. at the Marion Township Building.  Minutes were approved as read.

 

 

COMMITTEE REPORTS

 

MEMBERSHIP AND PROMOTION COMMITTEE

Committee Chairperson – Bill Winner

 

Thank you very much for your continued support to the MCDO.  If you still have not paid your memberships, please forward your payment with the Membership form on the back of these minutes.  If you are uncertain about your membership status, please contact Bill Winner (419) 925-4175 or Barb Kahlig (419) 925-6301. 

 

 

AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT

Committee Chairperson – Mark Hardesty

 

The Ag Ed group has adopted the name of Ag Ed Boosters and has approved a set of by-laws governing their group.  The Boosters will develop a web site where these by-laws, and their minutes and activities will be posted.  In the meantime anyone wishing to receive electronic updates can receive them by sending a request to mlaged@roadrunner.com

 

On May 24th the Boosters hosted a “meet and greet” activity at the high school.  All incoming Ag Ed students and their parents were invited to meet the new teacher Lucy Bambauer.  All went well as a sizeable group came to meet and chat with Mrs. Bambauer and enjoy the cookies and milk provided by the Boosters.

 

The Boosters will be coordinating the petting zoo at the Country Fest and also assisting with the Tractor Pull on Sunday.  They also have arranged for pony rides to be there on Friday and Sunday.  Lastly the Boosters will be hosting a “Welcome to Marion Local” activity for our new teacher Lucy Bambauer on Sunday at the Country Fest.  Exact time and location are yet to be determined so watch the local media for details.

 

RECREATION COMMITTEE

Committee Chairperson – Darrin Poeppelman

 

The weekly winners of the 301 Club are as follows:

                                                                                                           

                        May 16:  Mark Griesdorn       

                        May 23:  Dave & Elaine Wolters        

                        May 30:  Dan & Jeanne Mescher        

                        June 6:    Randy & Ann Schulze                     

             

                                   

OLD  BUSINESS:

The attendees discussed the continued need for resources to be applied toward grant applications and WEB updates.  If anyone possesses expertise in WEB development or maintenance and would like to volunteer please contact Barb Kahlig or Jim Keller.

 

NEW  BUSINESS:

 

The group approved the purchase of new office software (Office 2007) for the coordinator and administrator of the MCDO.  Also approved was ½ the price of a new computer for the administrator’s home office.  Motion to approve was made by Bill Winner, seconded by Sr. Barbara Hoying and unanimously approved.  The MCDO is now running on the latest and greatest.  The older software in use was becoming an issue when communicating with government agencies which all use newer versions. 

 

Sara Puthoff of Ultimate Fitness in Maria Stein will be the presenter at our noon business luncheon which will be held on July 21, 2010.  She will discuss the prevention of back injuries when lifting and other smart uses of our bodies in our daily activities.  We’re delighted to have her share her wisdom and training with us.  As an added bonus we’re having a cook out – burgers, brats and all the fixins.  All are welcome so mark your calendars!

 

Maria Stein Sewer Update

Thursday June 10, 2010 – The sewer main lines on St. Johns Road and east are all installed.  Six, under the road, laterals on Jefferson Street and three on St. Johns were not installed due to equipment availability.  They are scheduled to be bored in the week of June 21.  The crew is currently installing the line leading east from the Industrial Park.  They will continue east and then proceed straight south toward Rolfes Road.  (Later this Fall the line will continue east to the treatment plant at the Maria Stein Spiritual Center.)  They will proceed south on Rolfes up to 119.  Then they will install west on Rolfes to SR 716, than south on SR 716.  We will have more details from that point in next month’s minutes.  If anyone has any questions or concerns they can contact Chris Canary at Tom’s Construction in St. Henry - 419-678-2457.   The project is currently on schedule in spite of the rains we’ve had.

 

VILLAGE, TOWNSHIP AND SCHOOL REPORTS

 

Chickasaw 

Chickasaw Park Board Report – For information on renting the park shelters, call Sandy Niekamp at 925-4960. 

              Osgood           

Osgood Park Board Report – For information on renting the park shelters, call Alan Wendel at 419-582-4502.  The Osgood, North Star, and Yorkshire sewer system installation is slightly ahead of schedule.  The projected completion date of October 1st still looks realistic.   

            Marion Township

Marion Township Park Board – For information or concerns about the park, call Ron Hartings at 925-4804.  The many walkers in the Maria Stein area can now enjoy the additional sidewalk which extends north through the park woods up to the Maria Stein Center drive.  The sidewalk is poured, cured, back filled and seeded just in time for Country Fest.  The sidewalk was primarily funded by a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) which the MCDO submitted for the Marion Township Trustees. 

School Board member Greg Garmann reported that the “home” side bleachers will have handicap accessible areas added this summer.  The newer stands on the visitor side already have handicapped accommodations.  Funding will be provided from the school budget and the Athletic Boosters.  The enhancements funded by the Safe Routes to School – crosswalk paint and signage and the relocation of one 20 mph flasher were also briefly discussed.     

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:50.m. by a motion from Greg Garmann and seconded by Bill Winner. 

The next meeting of the MCDO is scheduled for Tuesday, July 13, 2010, at 7:00p.m at the Marion Township Building.

Submitted by:

Jim Keller, President

 

 

 

Mercer County Pheasants Forever #745 May 10 Minutes

 

Attendance: 8 members present at Andy's Stachler's.  .

 

Minutes: (Brian) Distributed via email. Jonas Foote made motion to approve minutes March minutes as there was not an April meeting, Pat Schmitt second – motion passed.

 

Treasurer's Report: (Brian) In Mort's absence Brian reported that the current balance – $25,506.05 Pat Schmitt made motion to approve treasurer's report and pay all bills, Mark Lefeld second – motion passed.   

 

Habitat: (Bill) In Sean's absence Bill reported that the seed for the Franklin Township project has been ordered. We have left over food plot seed so if anyone needs any they should contact Sean Finkeat (419) 236 – 8838.  

 

Farm Bill Biologist: (John Wallace absent) Bill circulated this month's report that John submitted.

 

Youth Programs: (Jonas) Jonas advised that hats are ordered for Damon Klenke Memorial Hunt. Ringneck Day is May 22 from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm at the Ohio Progressive Sportsman Club.

 

Banquet:(Bill) – In Gary’s absence Bill reported that Larry Keller will no longer be auctioneer and Chris Niekamp is to be checking with Andy Schwieterman as he just recently got his license.

 

New Business: Bill is following up on a recent court settlement  that is requiring State Line Ag. to donate $40,000 to a conservation organization.

                    

Budget: The proposed 2010 budget includes – Farm Bill Biologist (Salary match) $5,000; Land Acquisition $2,000; Legislative Action Fund $3,000; Leopold Education Project $600, Youth Education $6,000; Habitat $8,000; Scholarships $1,000. Jonas Foote made motion to accept budget as presented, Rick Klenke second – motion passed.

 

Next Meeting:  June 14th  – 8:00 pm at Andy Stachler's.

 

Motion to Adjourn: Mark Lefeld made motion to adjourn, Rick Klenke second – motion passed.

 

Respectfully Submitted: Brian Miller

 

 

SENATE APPROVES BILL TO MODERNIZE AUTO

 DEALER FRANCHISE LAWS, PROTECT OHIO JOBS

 

Senator Steve Buehrer

 

Last summer, in the wake of bankruptcies at General Motors and Chrysler, I traveled across Ohio as a member of the Joint Select Committee on the Impact of the Changing Automobile Industry in Ohio, a bipartisan group of legislators from the House and Senate formed to identify ways to help improve the economic and regulatory climate for auto manufacturers, suppliers and dealers in our state and preserve auto-related jobs for Ohioans. The panel, which held hearings at the University of Toledo, Lorain Community College, Kent State University, Sinclair Community College and North Central State University, listened to hours of testimony from concerned workers, managers, public officials and other stakeholders.

From these meetings, my colleagues and I on the committee developed a series of recommendations, which included revisiting Ohio’s motor vehicle dealer franchise law to provide more protections for dealers, who have struggled as a down economy, gasoline prices and environmental concerns have all shifted consumer demand for vehicles and put our auto industry in a state of flux.

The Legislature passed Ohio’s franchise law 30 years ago in an effort to balance the disparity in bargaining power that sometimes existed between dealers and manufacturers. This law is not unique to Ohio—all states have a similar statute. However, while we were one of the first states to pass a franchise law, we are one of the last to update it to reflect the significant changes that have happened in the industry over the past few years.

            On June 3, after months of discussions and negotiations between the various interested parties, the Ohio House and Senate approved legislation with strong bipartisan support that makes needed reforms to our state’s motor vehicle dealer franchise law to strengthen protections for dealers during this difficult and uncertain time, while striking a balance that recognizes the tremendous contribution of Ohio’s auto manufacturers, who employ thousands of Ohioans across the state.

            Senate Bill 204, which I co-sponsored, provides reasonable investment reimbursement to dealers in the event a manufacturer discontinues a product line. Forty states have included similar reimbursement provisions in their franchise laws. The bill would also provide flexibility to dealers to utilize their facilities and prohibits unreasonable facility requirements or upgrades. 

            In addition, SB 204, which Governor Strickland signed on June 10, expands existing law that forbids a manufacturer from discriminating against a dealer, specifically barring discrimination related to vehicle allocation, sales expectations, motor vehicle market penetration and vehicle planning volume requirements, and ensures timely reimbursements to dealers for sales incentives and warranty-related payments made by the dealer.

            The symbiotic relationship between auto dealers, suppliers and manufacturers in Ohio has helped fuel our state’s economy for decades.  SB 204 works to adapt Ohio law to the many changes that are occurring in the market to not only enhance protections for dealers, but make all sectors of our state’s auto industry more competitive, protect auto jobs and ensure that these businesses continue to be an important part of Ohio’s success in the future. For more information about SB 204, visit the Ohio General Assembly website at www.legislature.state.oh.us.

I encourage residents from the 1st Senate District to contact me with any questions, thoughts or concerns about state government issues. You can write me, Senator Steve Buehrer, Ohio Senate, Statehouse, Columbus, Ohio, 43215, or contact me by phone at (614) 466-8150. I can also be reached by email at SD01@senate.state.oh.us.  In addition, for more information about my work in the Ohio Senate, please visit my page on the new Senate website at www.ohiosenate.gov/steve-buehrer

 

 

BUEHRER, SENATE COLLEAGUES URGE SUPPORT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF DETROIT RIVER INTERNATIONAL BRIDGE

 

COLUMBUS—The Ohio Senate voted unanimously yesterday to approve a resolution sponsored by State Senator Steve Buehrer (R-Delta) which urges support for the construction of a new Detroit River bridge between the United States and Canada to ensure the future of trade between the two countries and help protect and grow jobs in Ohio and other states.

 

“Right now our primary focus must be on jobs,“ said Buehrer.  “Improved transportation links with Canada have the potential to create billions of dollars in trade and thousands of jobs for Ohio and the U.S.  Likewise, any thing that impedes trade with Canada has the potential to cost jobs and slow the economy.”

 

Senator Buehrer, who is a member of the U.S.-Canada Relations Committee for the Council of State Governments Midwestern Office, explained that Canada is the largest foreign trade partner for the United States, with hundreds of millions of dollars in goods crossing the border each day, and much of this commerce comes from or is destined for Ohio. Canada is Ohio’s top export market, and bilateral trade accounts for nearly $36 billion in economic activity and supports an estimated 267,500 Ohio jobs.

 

“Trade with Canada is critical to the success of our state, regional and national economy and impacts the livelihood of hundreds of thousands of workers and their families,” said Buehrer.

 

Since 1929, the Ambassador Bridge stretching from Detroit Michigan to Windsor, Ontario has been a vital tool in the U.S.-Canada trade relationship. Approximately 54 percent of U.S. trade with Canada moves by truck, and nearly half of this truck traffic travels through the Detroit and Port Huron, Michigan border crossings.

 

In recent years, however, the 81-year-old, privately-owned bridge has been a point of delay for trucks and other vehicles crossing the border, and there are reports that the structure is in need of major repairs. With jobs, development and the future stability of billions of dollars in trade on the line, the State of Michigan and Transport Canada, the Canadian transportation department, are pursuing a public-private partnership to finance and build an additional bridge over the Detroit River. The Detroit River International Crossing (DRIC) would consist of six lanes, with three lanes bound for the U.S. and three lanes bound for Canada.

 

While much of the preliminary work is complete, the Michigan Department of Transportation needs legislative authority to enter into an agreement with Canada and other public and private partners to move forward with the construction of the DRIC.

 

Today, the Ohio Senate approved Senate Resolution 223, a proposal sponsored by Senator Buehrer which urges the Michigan Legislature to act swiftly to authorize the DRIC and ensure that people and goods can continue to move safely and efficiently across the border. The resolution, which passed the Senate 32-0, states that “a modern border crossing that can support the ever-increasing amount of trade and travel between the United States and Canada is essential to the economies of Ohio and the Midwest.” It goes on to say that the Ohio Senate “fully supports the new Detroit River International Crossing project,” which will “lay the foundation for future productivity, growth and economic stability.”

 

Senator Buehrer added that the DRIC project would create an estimated 10,000 construction jobs and more than 30,000 indirect jobs.

 

“Construction of the new bridge is needed to maintain a secure, efficient network for trade and tourism between the U.S and Canada and help preserve thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in economic activity in Ohio and other Midwest states,” said Buehrer. “I appreciate my Senate colleagues joining me today to urge action from Michigan lawmakers to ensure this vital project moves forward and the relationship between American and Canadian governments, businesses and citizens remains strong for generations to come.”

 

To view the resolution, visit http://www.legislature.state.oh.us/res.cfm?ID=128_SR_223.

 

 

 

 

SPECIAL NEWS RELEASE JUNE 15, 2010

 

JUDGE MARY PAT ZITTER NAMED PRESIDENT OF

THE OHIO ASSOCIATION OF JUVENILE COURT JUDGES

 

Mercer County Common Pleas Court Probate/Juvenile Judge Mary Pat Zitter was sworn in as President of the Ohio Association of Juvenile Court Judges at the association’s annual meeting June 9, 2010.The OAJCJ consists of  110 Common Pleas Judges and 22 retired judges having juvenile jurisdiction and it works to promote and provide leadership for a just and effective juvenile court system throughout the state of Ohio. Judge Zitter has served on the bench since being first elected in 2002.  She also has been appointed to the Ohio Supreme Court Commission on the Rules of Superintendence and is a member of the Ohio State Bar Foundation.

 

 

Tuesday, June 15 Celina Power Outage Explained

 

Celina Municipal Utilities customers and electrical customers in a major portion of Mercer County lost power this afternoon, June 15,  when a feed line from Dayton Power & Light failed.  The outage occurred at approximately 5:15pm and affected all of the City of Celina, all Celina Municipal Utilities customers outside the city limits.  The communities of Mendon, Rockford, and Coldwater were also affected, although not all of those communities are serviced by Celina Municipal Utilities.
Electrical Distribution Superintendent Jeff Severns called in all of his power crews in response to the outage.  Mr. Severns explained while there was nothing they could do to restore the power until the feed came back up from DP&L, there was action they could take to ensure there were no secondary problems.  Celina Municipal Utilities power crews shut down all local substations to reduce the draw on the electrical grid when power was restored.  Once the DP&L feed came back up around 7:00pm Celina Municipal Utilities power crews brought the substations back online one at a time, until all CMU customers had electrical service.
Celina Police Department were assisted with a variety of traffic and security issues by other departments and volunteer groups.  These included Celina Fire Department and Fire Department Volunteers, Celina Public Works, Celina Utilities Office Staff, and MSERV volunteers.  Power was restored within the Celina Municipal Utilities power grid by 7:30pm. Celina Municipal Utilities serves approximately 7,000 households and businesses.
 

 

 

 

SPECIAL NEWS UPDATE JUNE 11, 2010

SPENCERVILLE CLASS OF 1960

CELEBRATES 50TH REUNION

MILLER'S HARMONY GROVE

 

 

             

NEWS UPDATE FOR JUNE 14, 2010

 

                      Randy Engel to be Recognized


Randy Engel of Celina will be awarded the Boy Scouts of America (BSA)
highest medals for lifesaving- The Honor Medal. The award is presented to
BSA youth members or adult leaders who have demonstrated unusual heroism in
saving or attempting to save a life at considerable risk to self. The Honor
Medal was 1st awarded in 1923 and since then 2,233 have been presented. In
2009 there were 28 recipients in the United States.

Randy is a scout leader and Committee Chairperson of BSA Troop 69 in Celina.
Troop 69 is sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council 1800- Celina. He
was involved in scouting as a youth and became an Eagle Scout, Scouting's
highest rank. He has 2 sons also involved in Scouting: Trenton Engle of
Denver, CO also an Eagle Scout and Kyle Menchofer of Celina who is a Life
Scout. Randy was also an adult leader for Cub Scout Pack 165 in Celina
sponsored by St. Paul's United
Methodist Church. Randy and his wife Jill
reside in Celina and are members of the United Church of God.

Randy came home from working at 3rd shift at Parker Hanifan, St. Marys and
was in his back yard when he heard cries for help. He discovered that Hubert
Allan of Celina had accidently driven a lawn tractor into a nearby pond and
was struggling in deep water. By the time Randy reached the edge of the pond
he was unconscious face down in the water. Randy dove in, fully clothed,
with steel toed work boots, brought him to dry land and performed CPR and
brought back to life.

Randy will be formally recognized for his act of heroism and will be awarded
the Honor Medal on June 16 at 7 PM at the Knights of Columbus Hall in
Celina. 2010 is BSA's 100 Year anniversary. This award will come as a
pleasant surprise to Randy as well as the Celina Mayor issuing a
proclamation in Randy's honor.

Additionally two of the on scene responders were also Eagle Scouts, Celina
Fireman - Jon Schumm and Celina PD Sgt. Jim Stelzer.  These two individuals
will also be present at the award ceremony as well as the victim and his
family. 

 

Deb Greve Wins Tractor from Western Ohio True Value

 

Deb Greve wins tractor

 

 

The attached picture is a winner of the Husqvarna Tractor Giveaway hosted by Western Ohio True Value of Minster & St. Henry.  Her name is Deb Greve from Ft. Loramie, Ohio.
 
 
Linda Kuenning
Western Ohio True Value

 

 

Concerts on June 19 at The Rockford Belle
The Fishermen Quartet
Yvonne Farmer to Open Show

 


 
Come on out and share a night of musical enjoyment featuring The Fishermen Quartet and Rockford’s own pianist, Yvonne Farmer, at The Rockford Belle on June 19, 2010 during Rockford Community Days. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with the first concert set to start at 7:00 p.m. The public is welcome to attend both performances at the facility located a ½ block west of Subway in Rockford. A free-will offering will be accepted and appreciated.

The Fishermen Quartet was organized in 1973 in Clyde, Ohio by two brothers and a friend, the group has been singing Southern Gospel Music, and is still to the present time singing the same. All they have ever wanted to do is sing and they believe that this type of music has a message for the listener if he or she will hear it. Four CD's have been cut and another one is in the process of being cut. Last year, they sang 153 dates and this year in the 6th month of the year they are booking up real fast and it looks like it will be a busier year than last. The Fishermen Quartet sings at churches, fairs, nursing homes, and wherever they can spread the word in song.


Yvonne Farmer has 50 years of experience in the music field in Ohio, Indiana, Texas, Louisiana and Arizona;�piano and organ performances include solo work, accompanying many musicians, playing in church services, weddings and funerals, choirs, various ensembles, students associated with the church, and other musicians in the community.  She has had the privilege of holding positions such as music director, organist, elementary music teacher, and when her family blossomed - she became a mother and a teacher of music from home.

 

The influence and importance of music had been instilled years ago from her family while Farmer was being raised, and now years later, as an adult, she could share this love of music with her students.  Her philosophy of teaching centered on the idea of conveying to the students that music is to be enjoyed, not to be a drudgery.  She has had the privilege of teaching some fine students over the years - some of whom later accompanied school groups, played in bands, and have become music teachers. 

Yvonne is not a concert pianist, but loves to play the piano. Through the years, her attention to detail: listening well, learning fast, the ability to play many songs by ear, enjoyment of reading music - has all paved the way to playing successfully many other instruments such as the flute, piccolo, piano, organ, accordion, and guitar.  She has had many supporters and mentors along the way including Donna Yocum from church, Mr. Knoch - a high school band director, and Dr. Weitz - a professor at Ohio Northern University.

Yvonne tells of her heartfelt purpose, stating:
My purpose in playing has always been to glorify my Heavenly Father.  He gave me this love of music and has made it a balm for my soul through the tougher times in my life.  I play because it is enjoyable and usually lots of fun. 

In 2007, she and a friend put together organ and piano duet music for a CD.

 

New Knoxville Independence Day Schedule

 
Here is the schedule for the upcoming Independence Day Celebration in New Knoxville (see below).  As always, there's a great line-up of activities, sports, music, food and more so be sure to save time to visit.  And, you smiply cannot miss the BEST fireworks in West Central Ohio!!!!
 
The Chamber of Commerce has something new this year with the event.  We're running a Pulled Pork BBQ sandwich food tent all weekend.  Please consider working a 2 hr shift or two, to help get us through the weekend.  I am signing folks up now and we need all the help we can get.  This is a GREAT way for you to show off your business and organization's support for the Chamber while you're working, by wearing your best logo shirts and hats!!!  So, if you're going to be around over the 4th, please consider visiting the celebration and helping the Chamber while you're there.  Call or e-mail the Chamber office to sign up!
 
New Knoxville Independence Day Celebration:  July 3 & July 4, 2010

Schedule of Events - Saturday, July 3


8:30 - 5K Walk/Run - Samantha Menke
9:30 - One mile fun run - Samantha Menke

11:30 - The Way International Choir
12:00 Noon
Dodgeball Tournament
Food Tent and Junior Class Food / Beverages Open
Park Raffle in Shelterhouse
Kids’ Rides

1:00 p.m
Kids’ Games 1:00 - 9:00 p.m. (Please redeem kids’ game prizes by 9:30 p.m.)
Freedom Train
Homemade Ice Cream
Tips

2:00 p.m. - Cake Wheel

6:00 p.m.
Woody A. Piehl Wooden Bat Softball Tournament

6:30 p.m.
Cub Scout Flag Ceremony
Sr. Corn Hole Tournament; Sign-up $20/ team, 7:00 p.m. start

8:00 - midnight - Live Music: The Earthquakers


Schedule of Events - Sunday, July 4

8:00 a.m.
Woody A. Piehl Wooden Bat Softball Tournament Continues

9:00 a.m.
Co-ed Volleyball Tournament; to play contact Michael Chalk at (419) 753-4002

10:00 a.m.
Food Tent and Jr. Class Food / Beverages Open
Park Raffle in Shelterhouse
Jr. Corn Hole Tournament; Sign up - $10/team
Kids’ Rides

12:00 Noon
Pie Baking Contest - $10 sign up - to enter contact Janet Hall (419) 753-3393
Kids’ Games 12:00 to 9:00 p.m. - (Please redeem kids’ game prizes by 9:30 p.m.)
                             
1:00 p.m.
Sr. Cornhole Tournament
Freedom Train - Homemade Ice Cream - Tips

2:00 p.m.
Cake Wheel

3:00 p.m.
Homemade Salsa Competition- Erin Bower (567) 204-2088 - YOU BE THE JUDGE!
Little League Game NB vs. NK (Third Grade)

4:00 p.m.
BBQ Chicken Dinners (dine at the park or pick-up on Hoge Street)

5:00 p.m.
Little League Game NB vs. NK (Fourth Grade)

7:00 p.m.
NK vs. NB Little League Game (Fifth & Sixth Grades)

8:00 - 12:00 midnight - Live Music:  Exploit

9:45 p.m. - The National Anthem - Bob Schroeder -  Lead singer of Exploit Band
Color Guard - American Legion Post #444

10:00 p.m. - FAMOUS FOURTH FIREWORKS DISPLAY

11:00 p.m. - NKCPA Cash Giveaways - Park Prize Raffle and 2000 Club Drawing

Greetings,

 

 

Coldwater Police Report for May, 2010

 

Coldwater Police Chief Randy Waltmire

 

 

Also I wanted to make you aware of a change in our website.  On the front page www.coldwaterpd.com you will see a new link for 2010 Arrest Recap.  What this page will show is our current arrest log that only includes the date, age of the offender and what they were arrested for.

 

                By adding this page to our website I hope to maybe dispel a lot of rumors that always circulate around  about the police department and the number and types of arrests that we make.  It will be updated occasionally by adding the new arrests to the page.  I invite you to check it routinely to see the frequency and types of arrests that your officers are making.

 

                For news media please feel free to circulate this information.  This information will hopefully help our citizens get an accurate picture of the types of arrests being made by our officers.

 

Chief Randy Waltmire

Coldwater Police Department

303 W. Main St.

Coldwater, Ohio 45828

 

 

 

May 2010

Year to Date

 

May 2010

Year to Date

 

 

 

CALLS FOR SERVICE

1040

5407

REPORTS TAKEN

69

317

COMPLAINTS

200

1138

Accident

11

40

TRAFFIC

 

 

Administrative

2

2

Persons Cited

13

65

Alcohol

0

5

Traffic Charges

16

90

Assault

2

6

Warnings Issued

53

176

B&E /Burglary

0

2

Parking Tickets

0

0

Bad Checks

3

8

Miles Patrolled

6913

30852

Department Assists

13

105

ASSISTS

48

227

Domestic

1

8

Motorist Assists

8

66

Drug

7

19

Vehicle Unlocks

16

62

General

8

35

Squad Assists

22

94

Homicide

0

0

Fire Dept. Assists

2

5

Missing Persons

0

1

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

452

2593

Property Damage

7

16

Open Doors (businesses)

2

9

Recovery

0

6

Residential checks

39

513

Robbery

0

0

Bank Escorts

5

31

Sex Crime

1

5

Funeral Escorts

11

39

Theft

5

18

Mental Health Transports

0

0

Theft-Vehicle

0

0

Public Talks

3

6

Traffic

9

41

Alarms

5

31

DRUG   CHARGES

 

 

Other Special Details

145

647

Drug Possession

7

19

Follow Up Investigations

242

1317

Drug Paraphernalia

7

15

CRIMINAL ARRESTS

 

 

Drug Trafficking

0

1

Misdemeanor Arrests

27

74

Illegal Cultivation

0

1

Felony Arrest

0

13

 

 

 

Juvenile Arrests

1

11

 

 

Ft. Recovery FFA Dairy Judging Banners in the State

 

   Ft. Recovery, OH- The Ft. Recovery FFA Dairy Team, Taylor Guggenbiller, Zach Guggenbiller, Sam Muhlenkamp, Jon Post, Emily Schoenlein, Abby Sudhoff, Aaron Will, and Stacy Will, recently traveled to the State Fairgrounds in Columbus, Ohio and placed 5th in the state out of 83 teams.  Each student participating in the Dairy Judging Contest was challenged with a pedigree evaluation, sires selection, linear evaluation, and a written test.  The Dairy Team had to judge 6 different classes of dairy breeds while answering 5 questions on each class.  The team received a blue and gold banner to hang in the classroom.  The Ft. Recovery FFA Chapter would like to congratulate the team on a job well done

 

 

Ft. Recovery FFA Poultry Judging Team Banners at State

 

Ft. Recovery, OH – The Ft. Recovery FFA Poultry Judging Team recently placed 3rd out of 67 teams in the

State Poultry Judging Skills contest held at the Ohio State Fairgrounds.  The Poultry Team had to grade interior and exterior egg quality, grade carcasses of chickens and turkeys, judge broilers and layers, and take an exam over the poultry industry.  The Poultry Judging Team members were Eric Brackman, Kurt Fortkamp, Nathan Fortkamp, Caitlin Gehret, Barbie Link, Gusty Link, Jessie Link, Kyle Schmitz, and Alan Vogel. Junior Nathan Fortkamp, son of Paul and Ginny Fortkamp, placed third individually in the contest. The poultry judging team received a 3rd place blue and gold banner to hang in the classroom. Congratulations to the Ft. Recovery FFA Poultry Judging Team.

 

United Way of Auglaize County Announces 2010-2011 Campaign Chair 

 

Charlotte Parsons

 

Charlotte Parsons,  Health Commissioner for the Auglaize County Health Department has been selected for the role of The United Way of Auglaize County 2010-2011 County Wide Campaign Chairperson. Ms. Parsons and her team of volunteers will lead fall’s fundraising efforts that support programs that serve more than 25,000 Auglaize County residents annually. 

 “I am happy to support the United Way campaign by serving as this year’s Campaign Chair” Parsons said. “The services that are provided by the United Way agencies touch the lives of all of us who live and work in Auglaize County.  I hope that more county residents will become aware of this wonderful work, and will increase their support so that the work can continue.” 

“We consider ourselves to be very fortunate to have someone as special as Charlotte leading this year’s campaign” added United Way of Auglaize County Executive Director Randy Fisher, “She knows just how much our county depends on our agencies and she knows how important it is that we pull our county together for this common cause. 

Ms. Charlotte Parsons currently serves in a county wide role and brings with her more than two decades of professional experience both in healthcare and public service. Ms. Parsons is the Health Commissioner for Auglaize County Health Department and has served in this capacity since 1998. Prior to joining Auglaize County Health Department, Ms. Parsons was the Health Commissioner for Defiance County Health Department for seven years. Additionally, Ms. Parsons has worked in several hospitals and other health facilities in Health Information Management and Quality Assurance. 

The United Way of Auglaize County positively impacts our community by focusing on the building blocks to a better life: Education, Health, and Financial Stability. We are a local organization serving local needs. For more information or to make a donation please contact our office at 419-739-7717 or visit our website at www.auglaizeunitedway.org.

 

 

 NEW INFANT AND TODDLER PROGRAM OPEN IN NEW BREMEN

 

If you are pregnant or have a child under three years old, you will want to call Kids Learning Place today.  Our newest center in New Bremen is now enrolling families for FREE services that include early intervention and individualized early childhood education in New Bremen. 

 

Council on Rural Services has just expanded the programs in Auglaize County to include an early education center; Kids Learning Place located at 20 East First Street, New Bremen.  The early childhood center offers services that include high-quality learning experiences that boost infant and toddler development, pregnant mothers’ healthy prenatal outcomes and promote healthy families.   

 

The center is open from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday all during the year.   There is also a home based option for additional children, which will include periodic socialization days held in the Kids Learning Place center.   The classrooms not only have teachers with early childhood degrees, but also use The Creative Curriculum™, a researched based early childhood curriculum that gives parents online access to their child’s developmental records.  

 

The new Early Head Start program also responds to young children with disabilities. Research shows the earlier a child is identified as having a developmental delay or disability, the greater the likelihood that the child will benefit from intervention plans and approaches. 

 

Council on Rural Services has a 33 year history of developing and offering early education services in west central Ohio.  We continue to develop strong partnerships with other local service agencies, in order to deliver the best services available for children and families.  This new expansion of services is just one more service available for residents in Auglaize County. 

 

This grant is funded through the Office of Head Start, Administration for Children and Families, US Department of Health and Human Services, and the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.  To be eligible for this free infant/toddler program the family must meet federal income guidelines.  The program also provides services to children of families that are homeless and children with disabilities are considered without income restrictions.  

 

Call today for more information about the new center and the infant and toddler services at Kids Learning Place in New Bremen; toll free 1-866-627-4557 for quick contact. 

 

Council on Rural Services provides education, support, and volunteer services through Kids Learning Place™, Head Start, Early Head Start, Gateway Youth Programs, and HandsOn West Central Ohio in their nine county service area. For more information on their programs call 9378-778-5220 or check the web at www.councilonruralservices.org. 

 

 

Look Good Feel Better Program

 

Please join us at one of the following 2010 sessions:

Registration is required for this FREE program

Call 1-888-227-6446

MERCER COUNTY

Monday, June 14 at 6:00 pm

Grand Lake Regional Cancer Center – 900 Havemann Rd, Celina

Monday, August 9 at 6:00 pm

Grand Lake Regional Cancer Center – 900 Havemann Rd, Celina

AUGLAIZE COUNTY

Monday July 12 at 6:00 pm

Zion Lutheran Church - 210 N Wayne Street, St. Marys

Monday September 13 at 6:00 pm

Zion Lutheran Church - 210 N Wayne Street, St. Marys

When a woman is undergoing treatment for cancer, she may lose her hair and experience other appearance-related side-effects. The impact can be devastating, making a hard time even harder.

The American Cancer Society Look Good…Feel Better program is here to help by putting you in touch with experts who will teach you beauty techniques just for women in your situation.

Specially trained volunteer beauty professionals lead small groups through practical, hands-on experience. Women learn about makeup, skin care, nail care, and ways to deal with hair loss such as with wigs, turbans, and scarves. Each woman gets a free makeup kit to use during and after the workshop. Most of all, participants, share laughter and camaraderie as only women going through the cancer journey can.

No one should have to face cancer alone. Since 1989, Look Good…Feel Better has been helping cancer survivors.

 

Closing of Section of Watkins Road

 

          The Mercer County Engineer, Jim Wiechart, is announcing the closing of Watkins Road between State Route 118 and Dull Road in Granville Township for a bridge rehabilitation. This structure will be closed tentatively on June 14, 2010 and is scheduled to reopen in approximately six to eight weeks, depending on the weather conditions.

 

             Any  questions, contact the Mercer County Engineer's Office at 419-586-7759.

 

 

Wasssemberg Art Cemter Receives Check from Van Wert Federal Savings Bank

Michelle Hiegel receives check from Philip D. Bair

 

 

Photo caption:  Michele L. Hiegel, Executive Director of the Wassenberg Art Center, Van Wert, accepts a sponsorship check from Philip D. Bair, Vice President/Treasurer of Van Wert Federal Savings Bank.  The bank is the sponsor of the art center's 54th Annual June Art Exhibit, which runs now through June 25.  For information on the show, call 419.238.6837 (toll free 1.888.238.3837). 

Dedication of Lockeeper's House

 
You're cordially invitied to attend the Dedication Ceremony for the new home of your Chamber of Commerce, the Lockeeper's House at Lock One in New Bremen.  The event will take place on Saturday June 19th at 10:00 am.  The brief ceremony will be followed by "Key Day" so if you've purchased a key to the Lockkeeper's House, bring it along and try it in the door.  The person whose key opens the door will win $1,000.00, a lifetime membership to the NB Historic Association, and several pieces of  local artwork.

 

 

Money Concepts Joins Celina-Mercer Chamber

                                      Tim  Klopfenstein

Tim Klopfenstein, MBA, Ed.D of Money Concepts Wealth Management has joined
the Celina Mercer County Chamber of Commerce.  Money Concepts is located
Inside the Peoples Bank Co. at 818 East Wayne Street in Celina. Tim can be
Reached at 419 586-9910 Ext. 1502.

Business After Hours June 17

 
We're holding our next Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours on Thursday June 17th, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Dairy Queen on SR 66 in New Bremen.
 
DQ will be showcasing several delicious food and ice cream items including Perfect Party Catering samples, three different ice cream sundae samples, panini sandwhich samples and soft drinks.  All of these are complimentary as we enjoy a pleasant evening together at Dairy Queen of New Bremen.
 
Make plans to stop by and enjoy a sweet treat or two at our next business after hours event!

 

 

Award-winning artists honored at reception

 

                      

Ronnie Williams

 

            Photo caption:  Ronnie Williams of Dayton is the winner of the Van Wert County Foundation Grand Award in the Wassenberg Art Center’s 54th Annual June Art Exhibit.  Williams is shown with his winning oil painting, “Father’s Day”.

 

            Photo caption:  The Wassenberg Art Center recently presented awards to the winners of its 54th Annual June Art Exhibit.  From left:  (back row) Michele Hiegel, executive director of the art center; Ronnie Williams of Dayton, grand award winner; Donna Brinkman of Dayton, KS Funderburg of Bryan,  Matthew Temple of Paulding, Robert E. Martin of Toledo, Jeff Crabill of Antwerp; (front row) Judy Grone of Delphos, Kay Sluterbeck of Van Wert, Ann Dysinger of Grover Hill.

 

            Photo caption:  Honorable mention winners at the Wassenberg Art Center’s 54th Annual June Art Exhibit were recently honored in a ceremony at the art center:  (Back row)  Michele Hiegel, executive director of the art center; Paul Klassen of Bluffton, Ralph Stuckman of Celina, Robert Minto of Mt. Cory; (front row) Ruth Ann Sturgill of Lima, Kelly Massillo of Ada, Trudy Kohn of Toledo.

            The Wassenberg Art Center, Van Wert, opened its 54th Annual June Art Exhibit with a reception and award ceremony.  Twenty-four artists received awards for their work, with over $1,400 in cash awards given out.

            The exhibit, which will run June 6-25, 1-5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday (closed Mondays) is free to the public and is sponsored by Van Wert Federal Savings Bank.

            The Van Wert County Foundation Grand Award went to Ronnie Williams of Dayton for his oil painting “Father’s Day.”  Jaye Bumbaugh of Lima received the Charles F. Wassenberg Award for his ceramic and wood piece “Elf Owl Sleeping in Old Box.”  KS Funderburg of Bryan took the Vera Woodruff Wassenberg Award for her acrylic painting “The Secret.”

            The Art-to-Art Palette Award went to Dan Knepper of Jackson Center for “Jamie,” a watercolor.  The Douglas Edward Koch Memorial Award was presented to Judy Grone of Delphos for her assemblage “If Time Could Stand Still.” 

            Kay Sluterbeck of Van Wert received the Marguerite Fryer Award for her acrylic painting “Feeding Frenzy.”  The Marilla Connors Memorial Award was presented to Robert E. Martin of Toledo for “Colorado Peak,” a watercolor.  Donna Brinkman of Dayton Ohio received the Gertrude Sluterbeck Memorial Award for her pastel painting “The Red Chair.”

            The three Wassenberg Art Center Awards went to:  Matthew Temple of Paulding for his linocut “Broken Heart Surgery; Steve Smith of Ney, for his stoneware piece “Your song’s sweet as a lark, but I can’t hear,” and Jeff Crabill of Antwerp for “Nick in Sunlight, an acrylic painting.

            The David Humphreys Miller Award was presented to Ann Dysinger of Grover Hill for her oil painting “Long Neck.  Mike Kozumplik of Sherwood received the Barley Charles Award for his sterling silver, bronze and pearl necklace titled “The Swaying Beeches Bear the Elven-Stars.”

            Honorable Mentions were given to:  Kelly Massilo of Ada, Ruth Ann Sturgill of Lima,  Anna Talei Fisher of Wapakoneta, Paul Klassen of Bluffton, Robert Minto of Mt. Cory, Ralph Stuckman of Celina, Trudy Kahn of Toledo, Douglas Fiely of Stryker, Richard Chenoweth of Wapakoneta, Jaye Bumbaugh of Lima, and Robert Minto of Mt. Cory.

            The art center is located at 643 S. Washington Street, Van Wert, Ohio.  For more information about the Wassenberg Art Center, its exhibits and programs, contact the art center at 419.238.6837, toll free 1.888.238.3837, or e-mail wassenberg@embarqmail.com.  Visit the website at www.vanwert.com/wassenberg, and click on “calendar” for up to date information about current activities.

 

 

19 Employees Honored for 20+ years of Service

Celina, Ohio – Rarely in today’s world of employment, can an organization boast of employee longevity.  Yet Celina Manor, located at 1001 Myers Rd., Celina, managed by HCF Management Inc., Lima, Ohio, recently honored 19 employees for 20+ years of service to the care community, at the exclusive annual Platinum Club Celebration held in Lima, Ohio.

According to Chuck Okorowski, Vice Present of Human Resources for HCF Management Inc., “employee longevity is one of the unique characteristics of Celina Manor which results in the outstanding level of quality of care that is provided to the residents.  HCF is honored to have such a dedicated team of care providers working for them.” 

The employees were honored with a celebratory luncheon & awards presentation. Lisa Chalk, Administrator, is pleased to recognize the following employees for their devotion to providing outstanding care to our residents: Susan Wendel 35 years, Karla Quinter 32 years, Kim Deere 31 years, Wava Russell 31 years, Rebecca Hatcher 30 years, Susan Wagner 30 years, Barbara Porter 29 years, Dorothy Borger 28 years, Betty Byerly 24 years, Sandra Rickard 23 years, Erma Beougher 23 years, Donna Houser 23 years, Lou Ann Timmerman 22 years, Judy Horne 22 years, Tammy Shively 21 years, Betty Bertke 21 years, Lana Voisin 21 years, Connie McCain 20 years & Carolyn Burger 20 years.

 

 

Celina Police File B&E Charges

 

 

Preliminary charges have been filed on two suspects taken into custody by Celina Police officers in connection with the recovery of stolen property.  Pacheco Melendez, (26), 1402 E. Livingston St, Celina has been charged with a misdemeanor count of CRIMINAL TRESPASS, and BREAKING & ENTERING, a fifth degree felony, in connection with the theft of an air conditioner from WKKI Radio early Sunday morning. 

 

A second subject, Reuben Rios, (26), 219 Morton St, Celina was charged with a fifth degree felony for possession of heroin.  The drug and paraphernalia were found at during the service of a search warrant upon the home Rios was staying at on Morton St.  The service of that search warrant also led to the recovery of several tools that had been stolen from local businesses.

 

The investigation into the series of break-ins is being continued and additional charges are likely to be filed.  Celina police officers continue to pursue leads in hopes of recovering additional property that was taken from Celina Diesel, Hirschfield Construction and Knoth Construction during break-ins that occurred over the last two weeks.    

 

 

 

Celina Concert Series Thanks Mercer Health

The Celina Concert Series Committee would like to thank Mercer Health for
their sponsorship of
the Sunday night concerts in Lakeshore Park in Celina. This Sunday, June
13th is Blair Carmen and the Belleview Boys.  Pictured from left to right is
Joann Wurster, City of Celina and Concert Committee; Ken Obringer, Marketing
Director for Mercer Health, And Chris Mohler of Edward Jones and Concert
Committee.

Stateline Writers Club Update

Writer’s Club reads stories about change; are assigned doing outline for a story

 

For its Saturday, May 15, meeting, the Stateline Writers’ Club members were asked by Annie Saintignon to choose five words from a prepared list and then write a three-sentence story using those five words and including an animal in the story. Members also shared the results of the meeting’s assignment to write a story or article about either new beginnings or changes in our lives.

For the June program which will be on the 19th, Gretchen Bollenbacher will have handouts and talk about the ins and outs of writing those sometimes dreaded query or cover letters that either propose a story idea or simply introduce one that is already written.

The June assignment will reflect the project. Members need to compose an outline for a real or imagined story idea. It should have at least 5 sentences in it. The outline will be used during the meeting to write a short query or cover letter to go with the story.

Meetings are regularly held on the 3rd Saturdays of each month at 10 a.m. at the Celina Mercer County Library. Interested persons are invited and encouraged to attend. Anyone having questions may call secretary Gretchen Bollenbacher at 419-363-2692.

 
 

Chamber to Produce Map

 
Your Chamber of Commerce is in the process of producing a new full color glossy 27" X 27" detailed map for distribution throughout the region.  We're going to work once again with our friends at Novo Print USA for the layout and advertising sales of the project.  If you'll recall, this is the same excellent outfit who put together the Community Resource Guide nearly two years ago.
 
Mr. Tommy Thompson, Vice President at Novo Print will be contacting Chamber members over the next few weeks in an effort to sell ad space in the new map.  This is the same gentleman who did such a wonderful job in handling the ad sales for the Resource Guide.  Tommy will oversee the entire project once again.
 
We felt it was time for a new map as the blue and white paper maps are nearly gone and are quite outdated, having been produced several years ago.  The new map will also feature a regional map including Grand Lake St Marys which will appeal to travellers visiting our area.
 
We get many requests for maps in the Chamber office and the CVB office at the Lake, so this will be a great way to market your business to visitors and local residents alike.   The Chamber of Commerce will receive a percentage of the ad revenue so your investment will have a major financial impact on your Chamber of Commerce!
 
Please feel free to call the Chamber office at 419-629-0313 with any questions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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MAY 2010

 

CHAMBERGRAM
 


 
 
   
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
~MAY~
 
May 1
Community Garage Sales

9:00am-1:00pm Aug. Co. Hazardous Waste Day
11:00
am-2:00pm Book Signing @ Canalside Book Shop
May 3
4:00pm Lake Development Corp., CVB office
May 4
4:30pm Community Improvement Corp., City offices
May 11
Katterhenry Investment Group Dinner Seminar-CJ's Highmarks-Sidney
May 13
7:30am CVB, CVB office
11:30am Women in Business, Northmoor Golf Club

May 14 15
9:00am-5:00pm Yard & Bake Sale-St. Marys Youth Center
May 16
1:00pm St. Marys Optimist Bike Safety Rodeo
May 22
8:30am St. Marys Beautification-Gazebo
2:00pm D.A.R.E. Golf Outing
5:00pm Varsity Lanes Bar Olympics
7:00pm United Way Reverse Raffle

May 29

8:00am Covered Bridge Farmers Market
May 31
Memorial Day - Chamber office closed

 
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Cisco Lawn & Landscape Garden Center

 
2006 Ivy Ct.landscapegrass
St. Marys, OH 45885
419-394-3061
ciscolawn@gmail.com

 
Cisco Lawn & Landscape Garden Center is family owned and run since 1994. Call for all your landscaping, lawn maintenance, retaining walls, commercial & residential mowing, pavers, mulching and trimming needs.

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Dex One Corporation

 
Dex One 1935 Elida Rd.2Dex One
Lima, OH 45805
800-717-7181

419-222-5173
www.dexone.com

 
Dex One Corporation is a leading marketing services company that helps local businesses reach, win and keep ready-to-buy customers. Our highly-skilled, locally based marketing consultants offer a wide range of marketing products and services that help businesses get found more than 1.5 billion times each year by actively shopping consumers. We offer local businesses personalized marketing consulting services and exposure across a broad network of local marketing products - including our "official" print, online and mobile yellow pages and search solutions, as well as major search engines.

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DogsRus Styling Boutique & Barkery
dog1dog2
 
430 W. Spring St.
St. Marys, OH 45885
419-300-dogs(3647)
www.dogsrusbarkery.com
dogsrus@bright.net


DogsRus is a professional dog groomer offering creative styling, coloring & nail trimming & painting. They also offer natural dog treats, shampoos, colognes, dental care products, leashes and collars. Founded in August, 2005, DogsRus is locally owned & operated. They are K-9 CPR Certified, a member of the National Dog Groomers Association and a graduate of NASH Academy of Animal Arts.

Hours: M, T, TH, Fr - 8am-3pm Wed - 12:30pm-7pm.

I love my dog
 
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Creative Catering
By Cathy Flinn
525 Defiance Rd
St. Marys, OH  45885
419-394-3231
419-394-0331 FAX
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Creative Catering has been a standing business in St. Marys for more than 17 years.  One of the "grass roots" catering companies here and much was learned from the previous women who were kind enough to share their secrets!  Some of the most important advice was never compromise quality, always try your best to hand pick your own fruits and produce, make as much as you can from scratch, always treat your employees & the public that hire you, with respect and consideration, and never ask an employee to do something you yourself wouldn't do.  Cathy strives to use this advice in every event.
                                                                                                                             
Choosing purposely to stay a small business, thus allowing her to select her own product, has its advantages and disadvantages! Cathy enjoys being hands-on in the business and although Creative Catering has done gatherings/weddings of 425+, Cathy and a staff of one other person do all the prep & production of the customers food. That takes time and patience as well as a strong back!
 
With two sons that are both graduates of La Cordon Bleu @ Pennsylvania Culinary, their expertise contributes to the business. Cathy consults with them regularly on different avenues that are best for the customer. She does many small dinner parties and the appetizers and dinners get very tedious, but there isn't a whole lot of food that Creative Catering won't take on. 
 
Cathy has always chosen not to have a storefront and has located her business, which is fully licensed by Auglaize County, attached to her residence, allowing her extra time for honing her culinary skills. Although sometimes she never gets away from the job, she can still say she loves what she does with a smile!
 
Cathy has a wonderful staff, most of which have been with her for many years. They are a great group of girls that will bend over backward to show appreciation to the customer.
 
Cathy has recently set up a new web site @ www.creativebycathyflinn.com. Check it out to view the menu and what they can provide to the guests. Creative Catering hopes to serve you and your event in the future!


 

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Schedule for St. Marys Beautification 2010

May 22, 2010
June 26, 2010
July 24, 2010
August 21, 2010
September 12, 2010 (In conjunction with Historical Walking Tour)
October 9, 2010

 
 
Please meet at the Gazebo in Memorial Park at 8:30 a.m. (except for the September date) and assignments will be given out at that time.

 
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Book Release and Book Signing for
 Fat Charley Makley and the Dillinger Gang:
The Great American Crime Spree of 1933-1934
by Robert Howard
Saturday, May 1, 2010 from 11:00am-1:00pm
Canalside Book Shop in St. Marys, Ohio
 
On Saturday, May 1st, from 11:00am to 1:00pm, author Robert Howard will be at Canalside Book Shop in St. Marys to sign copies of his new book, Fat Charley Makley and the Dillinger Gang: The Great American Crime Spree of 1933-1934.  Anyone who is unable to be at the book signing can pre-order the book at Canalside Book Shop, and it will be autographed and held for later pick-up. 
 
Fat Charley Makley and the Dillinger Gang follows Makley from his childhood in St. Marys, Ohio, to a criminal career that marked him as one of America's most wanted men. It takes us from his early bank robberies in West Central Ohio and Missouri to his eventual incarceration in three different state prisons, featuring a detailed account of his incredible twelve-month crime escapade with Harry Pierpont and John Dillinger. It culminates with Makley's death at the Ohio Penitentiary-a death that surprisingly was NOT in the electric chair.
 
Individual chapters are devoted to the spectacular ten-man escape from the Indiana State Prison at Michigan City; the colorful robbery of Makley's hometown bank; the tragic murder of Sheriff Jess Sarber in Lima, Ohio; the gang's eventual capture in a highly unlikely location; and the "Siege of Lima," a nearly surrealistic event during the Makley and Pierpont trials.
The reader is transported from small-town Ohio to the wide-open speakeasy city of Chicago, and from the sunny beaches of Florida to the wild-west atmosphere of Tucson, Arizona.
 
The author, Robert 'Buz' Howard,  is a lifelong resident of St. Marys, Ohio, also the home of Charley Makley. After decades of exposure to Makley lore-some of the stories seemingly factual, and others downright outlandish-Howard took a special interest in the local rogue while studying the life of another well-known St. Marys native, the author Jim Tully, who had been Makley's childhood friend.
Howard, an English instructor at St. Marys Memorial High School, is currently in his forty-sixth year of a career as a teacher and coach. Fat Charley Makley and the Dillinger Gang is his first book, except for a local project called Roughrider Retrospectives, a history of St. Marys football.
 
A synopsis of Fat Charley Makley and the Dillinger Gang and excerpts from it can be read at the Canalside Book Shop Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Saint-Marys-OH/Canalside-Book-Shop/102066721954.
 

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2010 Chamber of Commerce Board of Trustees
Tim Bigham, Mercer Savings Bank
Randy Bosler, TSC Communications
Robbie Burke, R.J. Burke Insurance Agency
Mick Temen, Omni Manufacturing
Teri Hirschfeld, Con-Ag/Quality Ready Mix
Steve Katterheinrich, SK Contracting
Ali Khokhar, America's Best Value Inn
Ronald Kremer, Wright State University Lake Campus
Anne Larger, Joint Township District Memorial Hospital
Frank C. Murray, Acme Metal and Manufacturing Company
Joan Novotny, First Financial Bank
Aaron Olsen, Veyance Technologies Inc.
Pam Prater, Golden Living Center
Jeremy Rable, Rable's Auto Service
Kimberli Rompilla, Spectacular Adventures
Marv Ruppert, Ruppert Insurance
Kevin Schmidt, Midwest Electric
Jeff Squire, Noble, Montague & Moul
Linda Vogel, People's Bank
Derek Vogel, Vogel Insurance

Permanent Board Positions
City Safety & Service Director, Tom Hitchcock
City Community Development Director, Todd Fleagle
St. Marys City Schools, Mary Riepenhoff
 
Officers
Pam Prater, President
Tim Bigham, Vice President
Ronald Kremer, Treasurer
Kimberli Rompilla, Immediate Past President

Staff
Kelly Kill, Executive Director
Amy Bowersock, Administrative Assistant

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St. Marys Area Chamber of Commerce
301 E. Spring St.             Phone: (419) 300-4611
St. Marys, Ohio 45885       Fax: (419) 300-6202
kelly@stmarysohio.org
amy@stmarysohio.org
www.stmarysohio.org


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Mission Statement
 
 
The mission of the St. Marys Area Chamber of Commerce is to provide a business climate which enhances economic growth and improves the quality of life for
everyone working and living in the St. Marys area.


 

 

 

 

NEWS UPDATE FOR MARCH, 2010

Coldwater Police Report for March, 2010

 

Coldwater Police Chief Randy Waltmire

 

 

Below are the March 2010 police activity statistics as well as year to date totals.

Thank You

Chief Randy Waltmire
Coldwater,
Ohio Police
303 W. Main St.
Coldwater, OH 45828
(419) 678-2356
waltmire@coldwaterpd.com

Coldwater Police Department Statistics

 

March 2010

Year to Date

 

March 2010

Year to Date

 

 

 

CALLS FOR SERVICE

1185

3351

REPORTS TAKEN

50

188

COMPLAINTS

176

469

Accident

3

22

TRAFFIC

 

 

Administrative

0

0

Persons Cited

12

39

Alcohol

0

4

Traffic Charges

18

54

Assault

1

4

Warnings Issued

46

95

B&E /Burglary

0

1

Parking Tickets

0

0

Bad Checks

1

5

Miles Patrolled

6981

18163

Department Assists

21

68

ASSISTS

54

141

Domestic

0

4

Motorist Assists

14

47

Drug

1

10

Vehicle Unlocks

14

34

General

7

20

Squad Assists

23

57

Homicide

0

0

Fire Dept. Assists

3

3

Missing Persons

0

0

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

587

1638

Property Damage

2

8

Open Doors (businesses)

0

4

Recovery

1

5

Residential checks

130

413

Robbery

0

0

Bank Escorts

6

21

Sex Crime

2

2

Funeral Escorts

8

23

Theft

3

10

Mental Health Transports

0

0

Theft-Vehicle

0

0

Public Talks

0

1

Traffic

8

25

Alarms

6

14

DRUG   CHARGES

 

 

Other Special Details

137

377

Drug Possession

4

10

Follow Up Investigations

300

785

Drug Paraphernalia

2

6

CRIMINAL ARRESTS

 

 

Drug Trafficking

1

1

Misdemeanor Arrests

5

32

Illegal Cultivation  

 1

 1

Felony Arrest

3

6

 

 

 

Juvenile Arrests

5

6


 

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NEWS UPDATE FOR APRIL 5, 2010

 

Franklin B. Walter Banquet

 

            The annual Franklin B. Walter Award Banquet will be held on Wednesday, April 7 at the Fort Recovery Middle School Auditeria at 6:30 p.m.  Top scholastic seniors from each of the six schools in the county will be honored.  The top senior from this group will be selected to participate in a state recognition program later in the spring.  Another important part of this program will be recognition by each of the students of the teacher who had most influence in their school experience.

 

Mercer County Franklin B. Walter Nominees for 2010

 

                                       Gina Everman

 

Name:                               Gina Everman

School:                              Celina High School

Parents:                            Michael and Marie Everman

College:                             Ball State University

Major:                               Speech-Language Pathology

Teacher of Influence:       Patricia Franzer

 

                                                  Alexander Kramer

 

Name:                               Alexander Kramer

School:                              Coldwater High School

Parents:                            Bill and Patti

College:                             University of Dayton

Major:                               Chemical Engineering

Teacher of Influence:       Mark Hamberg

 

                                                Emily Bauer

 

Name:                               Emily Bauer

School:                              Ft. Recovery High School

Parents:                            Philip and Karen

College:                             Ball State University, Xavier University, or Fransiscan University of

                                          Stuebenville

Major:                               Education

Teacher of Influence:       Robyn Armstrong

 

                                                      Megan Schaefer

 

Name:                               Megan Schaefer

School:                              Marion Local High School

Parents:                            Dave and Cheryl

College:                             Miami University

Major:                               Pre-Med

Teacher of Influence:       Lynne Yates

 

                                                          Claire Burtch

 

 

Name:                               Claire Burtch

School:                              Parkway High School

Parents:                            Ed and Melissa

College:                             Undecided

Major:                               Food Science and Nutrition

Teacher of Influence:       Leah Etgen

 

                             Anthony Lefeld

 

Name:                               Anthony Lefeld

School:                              St. Henry High School

Parents:                            James and Rose Lefeld

College:                             University of Notre Dame

Major:                               Physics

Teacher of Influence:       Randy Hoying

 

NEWS UPDATE FOR APRIL 5, 2010

 

              Secur Com Inc. Joins Celina- Mercer County Chamber

 

 

SecurCom Inc, a Verizon Wireless dealer has joined the  Celina Mercer County Chamber of Commerce.  They are located at 471 Southeastern Ave. in St. Henry (State Route 118).  Phone 419 763-1243  SecurCom Inc. can now accept Celina Mercer County Chamber gift certificates. 

 

Pictured from left to right:

Tanya Prenger, SecurCom Sales Associate

Lindsay Hess, SecurCom Sales Associate

Angela Koverman, Operations Manager, Cellular

Kindra Butler, RCS Construction -Chamber Ambassador

Kathy Rindler, Sunset Tours, Chamber Ambassador

Tonya Huber, Cooper Farms, Chamber Ambassador

Pam Buschur, Chamber Director

 

 

Celina Police Investigate Internet Crime

The Celina Police Department served a search warrant in the 800 block of W. Market Street at approximately 9:45AM Thursday morning.  The warrant authorized officers to search the premises for computer and printer components, shipping packing and receipts and other items related to the fraudulent purchase of merchandise via the Internet. 

            The Police Department received the original complaint on Monday, 03-29-10 from a computer supply company that had discovered a shipment of merchandise delivered to that address had been paid for with a fraudulent credit card account.  Investigators obtained a search warrant, which was served when a second shipment of merchandise was delivered to that same address this morning.  The order placed for delivery this morning was valued at approximately $9900.00.  The Celina Police Department worked with officials from OPTIONS DIRECT of Athol, Massachusetts and FEDEX to insure that officers were able to recover the merchandise delivered on Thursday morning.  That purchase had also been made with a fraudulent credit card. 

            After serving the warrant it was determined that the shipment delivered on Monday had already been re-shipped via United Parcel Service.  The Police Department was able to contact UPS officials and stop the delivery of that merchandise, which had been shipped to another country.  Seizing and recovering that shipment saved the victim company from over $9800.00 in loss.

            The resident of the home involved cooperated with Celina officers upon being served with the search warrant, indicating that he was just trying to earn extra income through an internet job offering.  His name is being withheld pending a determination by the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office on which, if any formal charges may be filed.  The suspect indicated there had been a minimal number of other shipments to him over the last six to eight weeks.  He was being paid a fee to “re-ship” merchandise delivered to him to other addresses.

Consumers need to remember the old saying; “If it sounds too good to be true…it probably is”, when responding to Internet offers.  When someone offers to pay you to serve as a middleman for what should be a common transaction, it should serve as a clue that something is amiss.  Middlemen are paid to help conceal the identity of the end user, and that end user wants to conceal his identity to insure that he is not in line to be arrested when the truth comes out.

 

 

St. Henry FFA Members Participate in the Marysville Invitational

By Chelsea Tobe

 

Members of the St. Henry FFA Chapter left their mark at the Marysville Invitational. The Poultry Team finished with a 2nd place finish. Dillan Schulze finished 1st overall, and Isacc Marchal placed 6th. The Wildlife Management Team placed 5th as a team. Jacob Rindler took a 4th place overall finish. Lastly, the General Livestock Team finished 42nd. Congratulations to all participants!

 

 

St. Henry FFA participates in the St. Henry, St. Patrick’s Day Parade

By Chelsea Tobe

 

The St. Henry FFA held a place in the recent parade celebrating St. Patrick’s Day.  The FFA drove through the parade presenting the John Deere that was recently restored by the Tractor Restoration Team. The FFA also showed off their recycling trailer. The trailer is located in the school parking lot, and is available to the public. Thanks to all members who came out to represent the St. Henry FFA Chapter.

 

 

                St. Henry FFA Members Rank at State Contest

By Chelsea Tobe

 

Recently, members of the St. Henry FFA Chapter participated in the State Contest. The Poultry Team placed 5th overall. Members Jake Marchal and Dillan Schulze placed 10th and 18th respectively. The Wildlife Management Team placed 7th, with Jacob Rindler finishing 5th, and Cassie Arling finishing 42nd. Lastly the Dairy Team finished with 14th place. Zach Seifring placed 56th, Mitchell Dirksen placed 59th, and Mitchell Broering placed 65th. Congratulations to all participants!

 

 

 

Members of the St. Henry Ag Mechanics Team Place 1st

                                By Chelsea Tobe

 

The St. Henry FFA Ag Mechanics Team finished with a 1st place finish at the District Level in the recent contest. Junior Ethan Tobe finished 1st place overall individual. Senior Mitchell Broering had a 4th place finish, and results are still pending for Senior Jon Pottkotter. Congratulations to the Ag Mechanics Team on their 1st place finish!

 

 

St. Henry FFA Celebrates National FFA week

                            By Chelsea Tobe

 

Members of the St. Henry FFA prepared for National FFA Week by getting together on a Friday morning at Pla-More Lanes in Coldwater to bowl as a chapter. Students met before school to enjoy breakfast and exhibit their skills on the lanes. The turn-out was good, the food was delicious, and the laughter was plenty.  Thanks to all who attended. Later in FFA Week, the members presented their annual Tractor Cade. Students stood outside and waved as 27 tractors of all shapes and sizes paraded down Columbus Street. One of the tractors in line was the John Deere that was restored by last year’s Tractor Restoration Team. Big thanks go out to the members who drove tractors for helping to celebrate FFA Week! Finally, another activity that took place was a daily lunch activity. Each day middle school and high school students identified different samples. Monday was Milk identification, where students had to figure out the difference between soy, rice, 2%, buttermilk, and organic milk. On Tuesday students identified different tools. Wednesday was the identification of different cuts of sausage. Thursday was bread identification. Lastly, Friday was cheese identification. Friday also drew the end of National FFA Week. Thanks to everyone who helped make this week possible!

 

 

St. Henry FFA Members Participate in Public Speaking and Job Interview

By Chelsea Tobe

 

 

Members of the St. Henry FFA left their mark at the recent Public Speaking Contest. District qualifiers include: Jacob Rindler in Extemporaneous Speaking, Isaac Marchal in Beginning Prepared Speaking, and Aaron Post in Creed Speaking. The Sub-District Participants include: Kaitlyn Schmitmeyer and Michaela Stammen in Creed Speaking, and Doug Lefeld in Beginning Prepared. St. Henry FFA Members also participated in Job Interview. These members include: Derek Broering, Ben Werling, and Ashley Huelskamp. Congratulations to all qualifiers and participants

 

 

Jay County Civic Theatre

Announces Our Spring Production of

 

JOSEPH  And the    AMAZING TECHNICOLOR  DREAMCOAT

 

           Lyrics by                       Music by                                    Directed & choreographed by:

 

Tim Rice              Andrew Lloyd Webber                         Ric VanSkyock

 

 

April 15– 17, 21-23, 2010    7:00 p.m.

April 18 & 25, 2010    2:00 p.m.

 

Arts Place, Inc.   131 E Walnut St.  Portland, IN 47371 (260)726-4809

 

Based on the Biblical Old Testament story of Joseph, this show is a lively spectacle of color and music. “Joseph” is noted for its family-friendly storyline, universal themes and catchy music ranging from Calypso to Country , Rock to rockabilly and some classic Vegas, Elvis, Pharaoh thrown in for good measure.  This Amazing show has been delighting audiences worldwide for over 40 years.

This production marks the directorial return of Ric VanSkyock.  Ric returns from working on the East Coast as a performer & choreographer for
Six Flags Amusement Parks and Toby’s Dinner Theatre of Baltimore.  Joseph’s amazing cast stars over 50 talented locals, including:   Soprano, Beverly Wolford, reviving her role as the Narrator.

We are also pleased to announce from Colombia University, Victor Souffrant, staring as Joseph.  This talented young tenor is currently preparing for his 2011 Broadway debut in the title role of Disney’s 
Aladdin.  In addition, Victor will also be directing our June performance of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “EVITA”.

 

Mark your calendars, and be sure not to miss these wonderfully talented performers as we promise, this wonderful “feel good” production is sure to have you dancing and singing in the aisles!

Adults $10      Students $7                 Family Night Special   April 15, all tickets $7

We are pleased to offer a reduced group rate For One Performance ONLY
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21, 2010    Ticket prices are $7  each when purchasing  10 or more tickets.

To place your order for reserved seats for your group of 10 or more contact:

Arts Place, Inc at 260-726-4809 and mention the group rate

 

 

 

 

 

Jay County Civic Theatre Inc

Announces

Open Auditions for Our Production of

 

                                                                   EVITA

 

Directed & choreographed by:      Victor Souffrant

Monday, April 19 at 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm,                 Tuesday, April 20 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

 

ARTS PLACE INC, PORTLAND INDIANA

131 E Walnut St, Portland, Indiana  (260)726-4809

Please prepare 32 bars of a musical theatre song of your choice. An accompanist will be provided. Please provide sheet music in the correct key, or bring an instrumental track. Acapella auditions will not be allowed. Dress comfortably and be prepared to learn a dance combination.   Looking to cast:

CHARACTER

Eva Peron

GENDER

Female

VOICE PART

Mezzo

AGE

16 – 40

ROLE TYPE

Lead

Juan Peron

Male

Baritone

30 – 60

Lead

Che Guevara

Male

Tenor

18 – 45

Supporting

Augustin Magaldi

Male

Tenor

18 – 35

Supporting

Peron's Mistress

Featured Vocalists

Featured Dancer

Foster Child

Female

5 Males/ 5Females

5 Males/ 5 Females

Male/Female

Mezzo

All voice parts

All voice parts

Soloist

16 – 20

N/A

N/A

9-13

Supporting/Cameo

Supporting/Cameo

Supporting/Cameo

Soloist/Cameo

 

Show dates are June 3rd – 5th & 10th – 12th   2010.

EVITA narrates the story of the rise and fall of Argentina’s first lady, Eva Peron, and is played out in this sung-through musical which made Elaine Paige a star, was filmed with Madonna and recently revived in London with Argentinean power-house Elena Roger. "Don’t Cry for Me Argentina", "Oh What a Circus" and "Another Suitcase in Another Hall" were all hit records.

 

 

Relay for Life with Donkeys

 

             Linda Kramer is announcing that on Sunday, April 18, 12 noon to 4 p.m.there will be a different type of event in the Relay for Life.  Jeffrey, the donkey, would like to invite any person who has always wanted to lead a donkey, mule, or horse to come to Mendon in front of P&G Mart.  Blueberry, Waffle, and Popper will be there for people tro lead them for their part in the Relay for Life. Any donation will be appreciated and given to the American Cancer Society.

            These animals have good friends who have had cancer and would like to support ACS for the help and generosity the organization continues to give.   Won’t you help Blueberry, Waffle, and Popper meet their goal of the day.  This event will be the same day as the Sportsmen’s Swap Meet across the street in Mendon.

             Linda Kramer will answer any questions for the “Animal Gang”at 419-795-5405 for this event.

 

 

For:        Family Services Planning Committee

When:   
Tuesday, April 20, 2010  (Public Meeting Date to be Placed in Newspapers.)

Time:    
8:30 a.m.        

WHERE:   
MERCER COUNTY CENTRAL SERVICES BUILDING, MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM - FIRST FLOOR   220 W. Livingston   

                Street, First Floor, Celina OH

AGENCY CONTACT:    Terry Couts, Mercer County JFS (419-586-5106, ext. 508)
                                 Debra Farrell, Sources - Chairperson (419-584-1550)

MEETING AGENDA:      

I.
NEW BUSINESS:

    A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting - 09/15/2009 (See Attached - Microsoft Word format)

    B. Structure / Role of Family Services Planning Committee - Ohio Revised Code 329.06  (See attached - .tif picture file)
   
II. WORK UNIT REPORTS:

     A. Social Services Report, R. Jason Cupp  (2009 Statistics attached - Excel spreadsheet)

     B. Income Maintenance / PRC Report, Rosalie Moeller  (copy attached - .tif picture file)

     C. Customer Service Report, Terry Couts   (copies attached - Excel spreadsheets)

 

Ohio Law prohibits signs on trees and poles.

 

Mercer County Engineer Jim Wiechart has issued a reminder that the Ohio Revised Code prohibits the erection of signs or affixing signs, posters or advertisement to any tree or utility pole within the right-of-way of any public highway.

 

            Political candidates, campaign workers and supporters of issues appearing on the ballot are reminded that these signs are subject to removal

 

 

Tri-Moraine Audubon Society

By Carol M. Bertrand, Publicity Chair

 

Carol M. Bertrand

 

           Tri-Moraine Audubon Society will feature “Nature’s Wonders” on Tuesday, April 6 at 7:30 p.m. in the meeting room at the Agricultural Service Center, 3900 Campus Drive, OSU-Lima,  Take the Mumaugh Drive entrance at the OSU-Campus.  Building is first one to your left.  The meeting is free and open to the public.

            Russell Reynolds, winner of the 1st Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp competiltion and Audubon Society member will show his outstanding photography of birds, bugs, mammals, wildflowers, etc.  Russell and his wife Janice have traveled extensively throughout Tri-Moraine’s eight-county service area and will share the rich diversity of nature they have been privileged to observe.  A few special sightings outside the area will also be included.

            The theme for the Ohio Division of Wildlife inaugural 2010 Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp wass “birds” and Russell’s photograph of a Baltimore oriole took top honors..  The new collectible wildlife stamp is available for $15.  A new species will be featured each year.  Proceeds from the sale of the stamps will help fund efforts to restore, conserve, and enhance wildlife and habitat.  Efforts such as the one that brought eagles back to the Buckeye state.  The Society’s mini bookstore will be on display at the meeting and copies of the Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp will be available for sale.  The stamp may be ordered online at WILDOHIOSTAMP.COM

 

             Tri-Moraine Audubon Society’s Satturday, April 17 field trip to the St. Marys River, Grand Lake St. Marys Important Bird Area to celebrate spring migration.  Bald eagles, a heron rookery, ducks, and many songbirds should be sighted as participants explore various locations including lakes, the fish hatchery, and 40 Acre Pone.  Field trippers will carpool departing at 9 a.m. from the Eastgate Mall, parking behind Wendy’s, 309. Lima.  Those wishing to meet the group in St. Marys should meet at the north end of the 40 Acre Pond around 9:30 a.m.  Dress for the weather, being a sack lunch (or money to stop somewhere in St. Maryss/Celina), binoculars, and field guides.  The chapter’s spotting scope will be available for use.  Contact Anne Smedley at 419-222-3271 for additional information.  The field trip is free and open to the public. Beginning and experiences birders are welcome.

 

 

 

NEWS UPDATE FOR APRIL 1, 2010

 

                     NB NK Rotary Annual Easter Egg Hunt location moved

 

(New Bremen) 

 

The Annual New Bremen-New Knoxville Rotary Club Easter Egg Hunt has been moved to Bremenfest Park in New Bremen. The event will take place at 1:00 pm on Saturday April 3rd, 2010.

 

 

Man Arrested for Ransacking Vehicles

 

Formal charges have been filed against the adult apprehended ransacking vehicles in the early morning hours of March 25, 2010.  Celina officers apprehended two subjects involved after officers responded to a call of two subjects rummaging through cars on Sugar Street at 3:33AM Thursday morning.  The department had already received calls of vehicles being going through on the west side of town.  Responding officers located two suspects, a male juvenile and an 18-year old male, in the IC Church lot.  Follow-up investigation led to the recovery a large amount of change from the suspects, automotive electronics and other items that had been stashed along a nearby alley.

Spencer A. Kouts, (18), 1730 Settlers Lane, Celina, has been charged with a felony count of burglary and a misdemeanor count of theft.  This is based upon the suspects entering an attached garage to ransack a vehicle that was parked inside.  Kouts has been ordered held on a $100,000 bond.  The 17-year old juvenile suspect, who was released to his mother’s custody, faces similar charges in Mercer County Juvenile Court.  The Celina Police Department is still searching for owners for property that was recovered at the time of these arrests.   If you were a victim of this type of crime last week and have not reported it please contact the Celina Police Department at 419-586-2345.

 

Ft. Recovery FFA Participates in Public Speaking Contests

Melissa Lochtefeld, Nathan Fortkamp, Eric Brackman, Samantha Tobe

 

     FT. RECOVERY, OH – The Ft. Recovery FFA Chapter recently participated in the Sub District Public Speaking Contest held at Minster High School.  The FFA Public Speaking Contest helps to develop agricultural leadership by providing FFA members the opportunity to participate in agricultural public speaking activities.  Schools included in the sub district competition include Coldwater, Ft. Recovery, Minster, New Bremen, St. Henry, and St. Mary’s.  Three freshman members, Eric Brackman, Melissa Lochtefeld, and Samantha Tobe participated in the FFA Creed Speaking Contest and all received a GOLD rating.  Eric Brackman placed 2nd in his contest. Nathan Fortkamp participated in the Prepared Speech Contest, which evaluates a members' ability to communicate a prepared and rehearsed speech of 6-8 minutes and placed 1st qualifying himself for district competition.

 

 

Ft. Recovery FFA Agriculture Sales Team Compete

 

 Emily Schoenlein, Caitlin Gehret, Nathan Fortkamp, Stacy Will

Ft. Recovery, OH - The Agriculture Sales team recently competed and placed 3rd in the district contest.  Team members were Nathan Fortkamp, Caitlin Gehret, Emily Schoenlein and Stacy Will. The team was tested over the sales industry, and also prepared a sales presentation about different types of turkey for a group of judges.  This contest allowed the team to show their knowledge and skills on the marketing process.  The Fort Recovery FFA Chapter would like to congratulate the team for there successes

 

 

Coldwater Explorers 4-H Club

By Eric Stammen

 

On March 16th Coldwater Explorers 4-H Club bagged Easter candy, for the club fundraiser, at the Steelworkers Building in Coldwater.  After the candy bagging was complete, a shortened monthly meeting was held.  The meeting was called to order by Vice President Krista Hemmelgarn.  The Pledge of Allegiance and the 4-H Pledge were recited. There were 19 members, 2 advisors, and 3 guests present.   It was decided to do storytime at the Coldwater Library on Wednesday, March 31st at 6:00.  Members were reminded to be at the library by 5:15 for final preparation.  The theme for the night will be “Animals”.  Each club family is to bring a story book about animals and members are to bring a stuffed animal.  The park will be contacted about the club volunteering to pickup sticks possibly during Holy Week.  It was also decided to do a campout at Grand Lake St. Marys State Park toward the end of June.  A final date will be decided as summer nears.   The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 12th at 7:00 at the United Methodist Church basement.    Respectfully Submitted, Erica Stammen, Reporter

 

 


Celina Insurance Receives Hermes/ADDY® Award

By Heather Zehringer

 

 

March 29, 2010, Celina, OH— Celina Insurance Group has been recognized in the 2010 Hermes/ADDY® Competition from the Greater Dayton Advertising Association and American Advertising Federation.

A silver award was presented to the company in the interactive media: business to business category for its redesigned public website. On hand to accept the award were Adam Bollenbacher, the company’s graphic designer, and Heather Zehringer, communications manager. This was the company’s first submission to the competition.

The ADDY® Awards is the advertising industry’s largest and most representative competition, attracting over 50,000 entries every year in local ADDY® competitions. The mission of the ADDY competition is to recognize and reward creative excellence in the art of advertising.
Founded in 1914, Celina Insurance Group is a family of mutual property and casualty insurance companies. Celina underwrites auto, non-standard auto, farm, home, commercial auto and property insurance, as well as umbrella and casualty coverage in eight Midwestern states. Celina Insurance Group is represented by some 600 independent agencies and employs 168 people.

 

Parkway FBLA Attends State Leadership Conference

 

 

The parkway FBLA recently attended the State Leadership Conference in Dublin Ohio. The Leadership Conference is a time for student to showcase their hard work for the year and be recognized for their accomplishments. This year Parkway Students were honored in may categories. Earning first place recognitions were Alex Dicke in Accounting II, Kaitlin Roehm in Computer Applications, Alyssa Cochran in FBLA Principles and Procedures, Tiffany Bienz in Word Processing I, and Amanda Tribolet in Word Processing II. Earning second place awards were; Alex Dicke in Business Law and Caleb Frank in Computer Applications. Parkway FBLA brought home over 70 awards from the leadership conference including the second place trophy for the coveted Gold Seal Chapter Award.

 

Parkway is also honored to have three state officers this year. Tiffany Bienz was elected Northwest Region Vice President, Brandi Roehm was elected State Historian, and Laura Smith was elected State Parliamentarian. These three individuals will serve for the 2010 – 2011 school year and are looking forward to the challenges they will face as local chapter officers and state officers.

 

 

 

Parkway FFA Holds Annual FFA Week

By Danielle Mathews

 

 

            The Parkway FFA held the annual FFA Week during the week of February 22nd-26th. Throughout the week, there were many activities held such as Ag Olympics, dress up days and a petting zoo to get the students more informed about agriculture.

 

            On Monday, students were able to dress-up by wearing their favorite FFA t-shirt to school. Many different convention, CDE, and chapter shirts could be seen throughout the high school.

 

 

            Tuesday allowed the students at Parkway to pull out those flannel shirts and cowboy boots for the dress up day was Cowgirl/Cowboy/Flannel day. Many different types of flannels were seen within the school, not just the FFA members. During lunch times on Tuesday, an Ag Olympic was held. It was known as the chicken fling because you had to fling stuffed chickens into the hula hoops to earn so many points. First place went to Josh Stein; second place was a four-way tie between Devin Adams, Laura Smith, Tommy McDonough, and Danielle Matthews.

 

            Wednesday the 24th was known as Camouflage Day. Students were decked out in Camo shirts, pants, boots, hats, and overalls. The Ag Olympic was Milk Chug to see who could chug milk the fastest. First place went to Brandon Leonard, second Caleb French, and third Brandon Hodge. FFA members also held a petting zoo for students in preschool through fourth grade throughout the day. There were many different farm animals such as pigs, a cow, horses, donkeys, ducks, and chickens. The elementary students really enjoyed the animals and some said they can’t wait till next year.

            Thursday was the busy day for many FFA members. The morning began bright and early with students coming in to make omelets for the staff breakfast. There were 45 Parkway staff members present and 14 FFA members. Many teachers complimented the students on their cooking skills. Donations received at the breakfast will go towards Children’s Medical Center in Dayton. Thursday was also truck drive-in day. Students could drive their trucks in and register to compete for many different awards. The awards won were: Biggest- Caitlin Grier, Smallest- Jackie King, Newest- Olivia Houts, Oldest- Mark Sheets, and Cleanest: Danielle Matthews. The dress-up day was Carhartt gear. The options were unlimited as many hats, boots, gloves, overalls, shirts, and you name it were worn on this day. The Ag Olympic during lunch was Milk the Cow. Students milked the fake cow for two minutes to see how much they could get. First place went to Lando Bruns, second to Devin Adams, and third Zach Searight.

            Friday was supposed to be the last day for FFA Week, but school was unfortunately cancelled. The tractor drive-in day will be held sometime in March or April. The Ag Olympic and Duct Tape day will be cancelled until next year.

            Thursday and Friday the FFA held the aluminum can drive. Students of all grades could bring in aluminum cans and compete for an award between the elementary, middle, and high school parts. Community members were invited to bring in their cans to the Ag Shop as well. Since school was cancelled on Friday, the FFA allowed cans to be brought in on Monday and Tuesday as well. The money made from this drive will be given to Children’s Medical Center in Dayton.

            The Parkway FFA would like to thank everyone for participating in FFA Week and making the aluminum can drive a success!

 

 

picture- Claire Burtch, Danielle Matthews, and Jackie King dressed up as Cowgirls for Tuesday

picture- A second grader holding onto a baby goat while visiting the petting zoo

picture- Crysti Hoehamer, Justin Berry, Trevor Eishen, Danielle Matthews, and Brandon Dellinger decked out in Camo

picture- A third grader petting the momma goat in the pen at the petting zoo

 

 

Congressmen Jordan and Latta to visit Midwest Electric, speak with co-op members

 

U.S. Congressmen Jim Jordan (R-Urbana) and Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) will be at Midwest Electric’s office Wednesday, April 7, for a discussion with about 200 Midwest Electric members who belong to the cooperative’s political action committee. The meeting will start with breakfast at 8 a.m., followed by the Congressmen at 8:30 a.m.

 

Jordan and Latta will discuss current political events, such as health care, energy and the economy, and take questions from the audience. The media is invited to attend and cover the event. The event is not open to the general public; only Midwest Electric members who belong to Co-op Owners for Political Action are invited, along with the news media.

 

 

                           JC Walkers 2010 Relay For Life Fundraiser

Have you seen the purple cancer ribbons at Lakeshore Park and at the courthouse?  JC Walkers will be making these ribbons available for you to put a loved ones name on “in memory of” or “in honor of”.  The ribbons will be displayed for approximately 3 weeks prior to the 2010 Relay For Life of Mercer County and a week following.  The ribbons will be available in 8 feet and 4 feet tall sizes.

        

 The initial cost for the 8’ size would be $75.00 and for the 4’ the initial cost would be $40.00.  If you rent the “Ribbon” the first year and want to renew it the following year the costs would be $50.00 for the 8’ and $25.00 for the 4’ model.

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I would like to reserve a ribbon for the 2009 Relay For Life of Mercer County.  ____ 8’ size     ____ 4’ size

____ In memory of _______________________________________

____ In honor of _________________________________________

Given by _______________________________________________

Address __________________________      Phone______________

Send payment to Bill Stover, 1919 Meadowview Dr., Celina, Ohio 45822.  Call 419-586-7692 or 419-586-2933 for more information.

 

All proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Mercer County.

 

 

Sandy Smalley receives the ABCD Award

 

Celina, Ohio – Celina Manor, 1001 Myers Road, named Sandy Smalley the ABCD Award winner for the month of January.

            Sandy joined the Celina Manor team in February of 1991 and works as a State Tested Nursing

Assistant.

             Sandy has 3 daughters and 1 son, 7 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. She has racehorses. She enjoys spending time with her family which she adores.

           When asked why Service Excellence is important to Sandy she stated, “The Service Excellence program is important because it reflects on the quality of care I give the residents and also on

Celina Manor. It gives me confidence to know that I made a residents day; at times it is challenging but a good feeling knowing that I made someone’s day happier. One thing I must say, I share this Service Excellence award with my fellow employees because I believe it takes everyone, not just one person singled out each month. So I applaud all my fellow employees because without them I couldn’t have this award.”

 

        Sandy was chosen for this award through nominations from our “Helping Hands” and “Peer Pat on the Back” programs.  “Helping Hands” is a program which gives residents and their families the opportunity to nominate employees that have gone Above and Beyond the Call of Duty.  Co-workers also get the opportunity to identify great work of others through the “Peer Pat on the Back” program.

         Congratulations Sandy!  Job well done!

 

Administrative Professional Day Luncheon

 

 

Administrative Professional Day Luncheon –April 21st

 

Miss Ohio, Erica Gelhaus will be the guest for the Celina Mercer County Chamber’s Annual Administrative

Professional Day Luncheon which is planned for Wednesday, April 21st at Romer’s in Celina.  Miss Ohio will speak briefly about her experiences in the Miss Ohio and Miss America pageants.  Erica will also be on hand to sign autographs and sing a song

or two. 

 

As in the past each participant will receive a goodie bag filled with surprises, a great lunch, and lots and lots of door prizes will be given away.  From 11:30am to 1:30pm you can just relax or be pampered with mini-massages, foot reflexology, taste the many samples of food and coffees.  Even if you only have an hour to spare, you can still register to win the door prizes.  This chamber event always sells out, so call today.  Tickets are $17 per person. This event is open to the public.   Call the Celina Mercer County Chamber at 419 586-2219 or email info@celinamercer.com.   To see all chamber events and activities, visit www.celinamercer.com.

 

As an advertising opportunity, we are hosting Administrative Professional Day Luncheonon April 21st at Romer’s in Celina.  We are selling tickets and each person who purchases a ticket receives a goodie bag.  You are cordially invited to put something in this goodie bag.  Any type of promotional item is welcome.  We need 200 and must be dropped off to chamber by April 16th.   SNAP Fitness is sponsoring Miss Ohio.

 

Tickets are on sale now at the chamber office.  $17 per person includes great lunch,goodie bag filled with surprises, vendor booths, Miss Ohio, etc.

 

 

 

Grand Lake St. Marys Restoration Initiative

 

An important message from the Grand Lake St Marys Restoration Committee:

 

Business Owners, Managers and Front Line Staff

 

You are invited to an educational presentation concerning the projects planned in 2010 aimed at improving the water quality of Grand Lake St. Marys. Learn about these efforts so you and/or your staff can answer customer and visitor inquiries about the lake’s water quality issues. There will be two sessions of this free, one hour presentation, for your convenience.

 

Grand Lake St. Marys Restoration Initiative

April 8, 2010

8am & 2 pm

Wright State University Lake Campus

Room 177

 

 

Many groups and countless individuals are working together to try to make a difference. Make sure you and your staff know all the facts so that you can share the information with your customers. We look forward to seeing you and/or representatives from your business at the Campus on the 8th. Please forward this to other business colleagues you think may be interested in learning more about this important issue.

 

 

Thank you for your interest in improving this important asset,

Grand Lake St. Mary Restoration Committee

 

 

Celina Police Report Scam

 

 

The Celina Police Department has received multiple questions and complaints about a sweepstakes offer that local residents have been receiving.  The names involved are different, but each case involves a check for an amount around $4450.00.  When they make telephone contact with the office they are referred to the victims are instructed to deposit the check.  The fraudulent checks will clear initially, but will be determined to be fraudulent as they reach higher security levels within the banking systems.  By that time the victims have been contacted and instructed to pay fees or taxes out of the initial deposit.  Both the initial deposit amount and any fees paid are lost by the victim. 

Names involved in the scam include LIFE PRODUCTS CORP, SUSQUEHANNA BANK, HOLDEN FINANCIAL SERVICES and GLOBAL CLEARANCE.  Anyone receiving mailings of this nature should contact a banking or law enforcement official to confirm any offer is legitimate.  The biggest clue is that these types of scams normally claim to be based in another country.  If you have never been to Canada, Britan, Nigeria or other locations to purchase play the lottery it would be really hard for you to be holding the winning ticket.   

 

 

 

Celina Police Arrest Two

 

Celina officers apprehended two subjects involved in ransacking parked vehicles early Thursday morning.  Officers responded to a call of two subjects rummaging through cars on Sugar Street at 3:33AM Thursday morning.  The department had already received calls of vehicles being going through on the west side of town.  Responding officers located two suspects, a male juvenile and an 18-year old male, in the IC Church lot.  Follow-up investigation led to the recovery a large amount of change from the suspects and automotive electronics that had been stashed along an alley.

The juvenile suspect was released to his mother’s custody.  The male was incarcerated at the Mercer County Adult Detention facility.  His name is being withheld, pending the filing of formal charges.  The Celina Police Department received five calls of vehicles being gone through overnight

 

 

 

Over 850 Attend Mercer Healthy Living Expo

 

 

            Planning officials for the first ever Mercer Healthy Living Expo held on Saturday, March 20, at the Galleria termed the event a great success with over 850 persons attending.

            According Renee Kinney, RN, Director of Wellness Services at Mercer Health, there were over 60 booths set up that were geared for both children and adults. She says, “The response from area service organizations and businesses was overwhelming! I think this was the first time this area has ever seen so many health service agencies gathered in one place.”

            In addition to the many exhibits, COSI on wheels was also present. Ken Obringer, Director of Marketing & Communications at Mercer Health, reported that the area got increasingly busy as the morning went on. He says, “COSI set up 20 different science activities for the children to try out. It was both educational and fun. I want to thank the Mercer County Chronicle for sponsoring them.”

            Obringer says, “In addition to COSI, a number of other booths had other types of activities for the children. There was a coloring contest and craft activities as well as development screenings.”

            There were also many adult screenings that were offered at the Expo. Kinney states, “There were many different types of screenings offered throughout the morning, Mercer health offered osteoporosis screenings, height/weight/Body Fat Analysis (BFA) information, dermascan screenings, blood pressure screenings, and a number of different blood tests. Other screenings were for the foot, eyes, and mouth by local podiatrists, optometrists, and dentists. We also had an Alzheimer’s screening offered by an area nursing home.”

            Mercer Health sends thanks to Dannon Yogurt and the Mercer County Chronicle for their support of the event. Obringer says, “Dannon was kind enough to contribute a variety of different types of yogurt to serve, and the Mercer County Chronicle donated the rental fee for COSI and put together a map that was distributed at the event.”

            Organizations participating in the event included Mercer County Head Start, OUR Home, American Cancer Society, Snap Fitness, Gateway Outreach Center, Celina Manor, Mercer County Help Me Grow, Miller House, Mercer County DARE Program, OSU Extension Service, The Laurels of Shane Hill, Life Connections of Ohio, Innergy Fitness, Dentistry For You, Mercer County WIC, Dept. of Children Services, Ft. Recovery Family Medicine, and Family Audiology Associates. Other agencies included Lifetime Vision Care, Briarwood Village, Family Crisis Network, Dr. Sara Shockney, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Chief Supermarket, Fort Fitness-N-More, Grand Lake Podiatry, Community Sports & Therapy, The Revival Spa, Drs. Dickman, Kettler & Brunner, Auglaize-Mercer County Family Y, The Gardens at Celina and St. Henry, Mercer County Health Department, Grand Lake Regional Cancer Center, Mercer County Chapter of the American Red Cross, Mercer County Job & Family Services, West Central Ohio Regional Healthcare Alliance (WCORHA), Mercer County Board of Developmental Disabilities, Wellness To The Core, Tri-Star Vocational School plus a number of displays by Mercer Health.

            Both Obringer and Kinney expressed their sincere thanks to everyone who not only attended this year’s event but also to all of the exhibitors.

 

 

 

Parkway FFA Students Compete at Sub-District Public Speaking

 

Rachel Hesse, Caden Hellwarth, Corbin Hellwarth

 

            The Parkway FFA Chapter on Tuesday, February 23rd, sent three students to compete in sub-districts at Delphos for the Public Speaking Contest. The three students who participated were Rachel Hesse, Corbin Hellwarth, and Caden Hellwarth.

            Rachel Hesse participated in the Creed Speaking Contest, which is for Greenhand members only. They are required to say the FFA Creed from memory along with answering questions about the Creed itself. Rachel received a gold rating along with a second place finish. Corbin and Caden Hellwarth both participated in the Extemporaneous Speaking Contest. This contest requires the student to draw a random Ag-related topic out of a hat. The students are given thirty minutes to research the topic and come up with a four to six minute speech. Corbin and Caden both received a gold rating. Corbin placed first and Caden placed second.

            Corbin Hellwarth and Rachel Hesse have both moved on to districts which will be held at Kalida on March 2nd.

            The Chapter would like to congratulate these students on a nice job and wish Corbin and Rachel the best of luck at districts!

 

Members in picture left to right- Rachel Hesse, Caden Hellwarth, and Corbin Hellwarth

 

 

Mercer Health To Purchase Coldwater Property

 

            On Wednesday, March 24, the Mercer Health Board of Governors and Board of Trustees each formally approved purchase of the former Briarwood Nursing Home located next to Mercer County Community Hospital, Coldwater, Ohio.

            According to Don Kahlig, Board of Trustees President, the purchase of this property gives Mercer Health room for expansion in the future. He says, “We were landlocked. The acquisition of this parcel gives us the opportunity to look at future programs and allows us more flexibility as the health needs of the community change.”

            Paula Detterman, Chief Executive Officer of Mercer Health, states, “This provides Mercer Health with a rare opportunity to expand our grounds. It allows us to examine how we can free up space within the hospital. More importantly, it gives us options that we previously did not have to meet the health needs of the future.” 

            The property itself consists of almost 4 acres of land and is owned by HCF Realty of Briarwood, Inc. The former Nursing Home facility has over 33,300 square feet of space. The Board of Trustees approved the purchase price of $400,000.

            Detterman explained the price offered was very good for the amount of land and building space involved.

            Steve Wilder, Executive Vice President of HCF, Inc., states, “We are pleased that our former site will continue to be used for healthcare purposes. We felt it was important to support the needs of the community in which we serve.”

Currently, there are no specific future plans for the facility. Detterman says, “This new space opens up a wide range of possibilities for Mercer Health. We will be exploring how we can best serve the community while efficiently using our resources.”

            The Briarwood Manor Nursing Home was put up for sale prior to the opening of Briarwood Village in spring, 2009.

            In other business conducted at the Mercer Health Board of Governors meeting, the budget for the upcoming fiscal year that begins April 1 was approved. The new budget projects gross revenue of over $85 million dollars with net revenue of $46 million. Operating expenses are projected to be over $45 million.

            They also received an update on the final phase of the construction project that includes a Women’s Center. Lisa Klenke, Vice President of Patient Services, reported that final inspection of the area has been completed and that plans are now underway to move diagnostic equipment into the new area.

            The Board also granted approval to enter into an agreement with Cleveland Clinic Laboratories as Mercer Health’s reference lab. Laura Rolfes, Director of Laboratory Services, explains that reference labs are used for the more complex lab test and for low volume tests. Mercer Health projects this new agreement will mean lower costs, decreased turnaround time, and will help Ohio’s economy by keeping dollars in the state. This new contract and its projected savings is a result of Mercer Health’s involvement in the Ohio State Health Network (OSHN).

            Chief Executive Officer Paula Detterman reported that Donna Kueterman has been chosen as the new Laboratory Services Director. She will replace Laura Rolfes who is retiring at the end of April.

 

 

Section of Cassella-Montezuma Road Closed

 

          The Mercer County Engineer, Jim Wiechart, is announcing the closing of Cassella-Montezuma Road between Depweg Road and State Route 274 in Marion Township for a culvert replacement. This structure will be closed tentatively on March 29, 2010 and is scheduled to reopen in approximately one to two weeks, depending on the weather conditions.

 

          Any questions, contact the Mercer County Engineer's Office at 419-586-7759.

 

 

SENATE APPROVES BILL TO EDUCATE EXPECTANT

 PARENTS ABOUT CORD BLOOD BANKING

 

            Many expectant parents may not be aware that the blood in their baby’s umbilical cord holds tremendous potential to help save lives. Currently, the stem cells in cord blood are used to battle the effects of more than 75 different diseases, including cancers like leukemia, genetic disorders and immune system disorders. Scientists are also hopeful that cord blood could be used in the future to treat victims of stroke, heart attack and spinal cord injuries, as well as Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis.

There has been great debate in this country in recent years over the morality of embryonic stem cell research, and leaders in several states, including Ohio, have rightly fought to stop this killing of innocent human life. There are no ethical issues, however, associated with cord blood stem cell research, because the blood is collected after the baby has been delivered and the umbilical cord has been clamped and cut.

Despite its life-saving qualities, cord blood is normally discarded after a child is born, but a process known as cord blood banking allows families to save this valuable resource for potential future medical use. Parents can choose to anonymously donate their child’s cord blood to a public bank for use in research or by a patient in need. Families can also pay to establish a private bank where cord blood cells are stored for exclusive use by the baby or to help treat family members who may suffer from a life-threatening condition.

In an effort to further cord blood research and help save lives, the Ohio House and Senate unanimously approved legislation this past week designed to better educate expectant parents about umbilical cord blood banking. House Bill 102, which I co-sponsored, requires the Ohio Department of Health to make printable publications available on its web site containing “standardized, objective information” about cord blood banking. The bill also says ODH must encourage physicians, nurses and other medical professionals to make these resources available to pregnant women prior to their third trimester.

HB 102 also includes a provision to ensure health care institutions and medical professionals will not be subject to civil liability, criminal prosecution or professional disciplinary action for acting in good faith to provide materials to pregnant women about cord blood banking.

Currently, several states, including Texas, Illinois, Arizona, New York, California, Michigan and Georgia, have approved similar legislation.

Expectant parents will continue to have the ultimate say about what happens with their child’s umbilical cord blood, but the hope is that by helping families understand their options for cord blood banking, it will increase donations, expand research opportunities and help strengthen treatment options for Ohioans stricken with a number of potentially fatal diseases.  HB 102 is about promoting ethical stem cell research and working to save lives.

For more information about the bill, please visit the Ohio General Assembly website at www.legislature.state.oh.us.

I also encourage residents from the 1st Senate District to contact me with any questions, thoughts or concerns about state government issues. You can write me, Senator Steve Buehrer, Ohio Senate, Statehouse, Columbus, Ohio, 43215, or contact me by phone at (614) 466-8150. I can also be reached by email at SD01@senate.state.oh.us.  In addition, for more information about my work in the Ohio Senate, please visit my page on the new Senate website at www.ohiosenate.gov/steve-buehrer

                                                           

 

 

Mercer County Fair Board March 2, 2010 Minutes

 

Attendees:      Jeff Selhorst, Emily Breymaier, Kris Hinton, Nick Grier, Connie Fuller, Ryan Muhlenkamp, Mike Fullenkamp, Jay Hein, Robin Link, Pat Schmitt, Randy Canary, Ivan Knapp, Jerry Bollenbacher, Adam Carpenter, Steve Schulte, Jackie Lacy

 

Guests:           Larry Bowers, Amanda Geier, Joe Bey, Ben Siefring, Roger Siegrist, Cheryl McKirnan, Randy Highley, Scott Pierstorff, Mike Baker

                       

                        Meeting called to order by President Jeff Selhorst.

 

Minutes:         Randy Canary made a motion to accept the February minutes, seconded by Emily Breymaier.  Motion passed unanimously.

 

Treasurer’s

Report:           Steve Schulte gave a brief treasurer’s report.  Ivan Knapp made a motion to accept the report, seconded by Jay Hein.  Motion passed.

 

Monthly

Bills:               Emily made a motion to pay the monthly bills, seconded by Jerry Bollenbacher.  Motion passed.

 

Guests:           Roger Siegrist and Ben Siefring brought in the changes for the steer show in 2011 for the fair book.

 

                        Randy Highley and Scott Pierstorff were here with concerns about having the demo on Thursday.  They are planning a couple of additional demo events and are concerned about having enough time.  Jeff Selhorst explained it was decided to have the tug a truck on Saturday because of having sponsors if the event was held that day.

 

                        Amanda Geier was here to find out the decision for having a junior fair gilt show.  Jeff said he spoke with Steve Seitz who thought it would be a good idea to let the junior fair do the gilt show.  The senior fair numbers have been down for that event.  The senior fair will no longer have a gilt show.

 

                        Cheryl McKirnan said the junior fair board has not had a meeting because of weather to get clarification of some changes they would like.  She went over the auction committee changes.

 

                        Steve introduced Mike Baker who books music events.  Mike explained some things he’s done and how he recommends groups.  He recommended 56 Daze for the beer gardens during the fair.

 

Fair

Managers

Report:           Steve Schulte reported on:

·        FFA lunch stand – still moving forward.  Commissioners drawing up lease.  The stand should be done by fair.

·        Picnic tables – Parkway Industrial Arts program would like to build six tables for the fairgrounds.  Material would be $75 each.  Ft. Recovery Lumber will cover ½ the cost and would like the Fairboard to cover ½.  Ryan Muhlenkamp made a motion for the Fairboard to cover 6 tables at $37.50 each, seconded by Kris Hinton.  Motion passed.  Steve asked that a 1/8 page ad be put in the fair book to thank Ft. Recovery Lumber.

·        Wing Festival – need a committee and date to meet.  Those who want to be on committee are Emily, Ryan, Jeff, Randy, and Connie.  Discussed date for event.  Ivan made a motion to hold the event September 18th, seconded by Mike Fullenkamp.  Motion passed with one Nay vote.

·        Bands for beer gardens – Randy made a motion to have 56 Daze on Friday, seconded by Jay.  Motion passed.  Robin Link made a motion to have Clark Station on Sunday, seconded by Nick Grier.  Motion passed with two Nay votes.

·        State camping permit drawing for $2,000.  Some other discussion on what else will need to be done.  Pat Schmitt made a motion to have the drawing done, seconded by Mike.  Motion passed.

·        Gate admission – there was a discussion on raising the cost.  Ivan made a motion to raise the daily gate cost to $9.00, seconded by Ryan.  Hand count vote 8-5, Aye.  Motion passed.

 

Committee

Report:           Jerry reported that we will be doing four billboards again and the costs.  He said Chamber Day will be Sunday at the harness races. He explained the USTA Member ship cost.  For the matching funds he would like to order the handouts again like he did last year.  Jerry made a motion to pay the membership and purchase the handouts, seconded by Adam Carpenter.  Motion passed.

 

                        Kris said we will not need to pay postage to get the tractors here for the kiddies tractor pull.  He knows someone who will be going there and has agreed to pick up the tractors.

 

                        Robin explained the advertising budget including the billboards.  Robin made a motion to accept the $9,000 budget, seconded by Nick.  Motion passed.

 

Old

Business:        Junior Fair changes – Kris made a motion to have the steer show changes take effect for the 2011 and the gilt show for 2010, seconded by Jay.  Motion passed.  

 

New

Business:        Ohio Fair Funds racing portion 16,040 – Randy made a motion to put this in a CD until needed for fair, seconded by Emily.  Motion passed.

 

                        Restroom cleaning – $2,000 and $3,960 – Ryan made a motion to accept the bid from Johnny Nash at $2,000, seconded by Emily.

 

                        Radios – there was some discussion on quality of sound.  Ivan made a motion to accept the bid from Greg Peck at $1,030, seconded by Adam.  Vote 1 Aye – 13 Nays.  Motion failed.  Ryan made a motion to accept the $1,385 bid from McAfee, seconded by Randy.  Motion passed.

 

                        Trophies - $1,002 and $1,770 – Randy made a motion to accept the bid from McSports of $1,002, seconded by Jay.  Motion passed.

 

                        Portable toilets - $2,360 and $1,610 – A motion to accept the bid from Grier’s at $1,610 was made by Pat, seconded by Adam.  Motion passed with Nick abstaining.

 

                        Fair book printing - $5,015 and $3,545.90 – after some discussion Ivan made a motion to go with the bid of $5,015 from Missing Links, seconded by Emily.  Motion passed with Robin abstaining.

 

                        Starting times – Kris made a motion to have the Motocross, Tug a Truck, and Demo to start at 6:30 on their event night, seconded by Nick.  Motion passed.

 

                        Fair book cover vote results – 1st place Ellie Stammen, 2nd place tie Leah Dues and Breah Anderson, 4th place Lindsey Schulze, and 5th place Elizabeth Evers

           

Misc.

Comments:     District Meeting March 20th – Steve, Jeff, and Emily said they would attend.  Kris made a motion to pay mileage and meal costs, seconded by Mike.  Motion passed.

 

                        Administrative Day – Jerry made a motion to give two weekly passes for door prizes, seconded by Emily.  Motion passed.

 

                        At 10:30 p.m. Ivan made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Adam.  Motion passed.

 

 

 

MENDON LIONS NEWSLETTER

MARCH 15, 2010

ISSUE 12

 

 

            What a winter, especially the snows of February that came one after another.  Here we are half way into March with Spring officially announced on March 20 and this evening’s main event getting the eggs ready for Saturday, April 3.  With help from young and old, the Easter eggs we work to prepare are snatched up by the Mendon youth in a few seconds.  If you look away you will miss the whole thing.

 

Preparing the Easter Eggs is a Lions Family Affair

 

 

This evening’s preparation lasts only for a few seconds

when the kids arrive for the hunt

 

The Mendon Lions are also preparing for the annual Soup and Sandwich/Auction on March 27. As we enter into are busiest time of the year, next year’s officers have been selected with the list to be read three times before this year is over.

They are as follows: President, Matt Grunden; 1st vice president, Ron Krugh; 2nd vice president, Bill Grier. Secretary, Olene Grieshop; Treasurer, Nancy Krugh.

1st year Trustee, Dan Crouch; 1st year Trustee, Jerry Rolsten; 2nd year Trustee, Cindy Grier; 2nd Year Trustee, Elaine Maurer; Lion Tamer, Merle Stelzer; Tail Twister, Don Dudgeon; Song Leader, Ned Baltzell.

We are happy this evening to welcome two new Lions.  They are Richard and Bobbie Collins.  They are coming just in time to help and become active members of the Mendon Lions Club.  We are also happy to have with us this evening Merle Stelzer’s son and granddaughter, both of who have been with us several times before.  We are always happy to welcome family members.

Here are the minutes from the March 1 meeting, thanks to secretary Olene Grieshop.  Following the pledge to the flag, song, prayer, and a delicious meal, ,we spent most of the meeting preparing for the Soup and Sandwich/auction.

 

The Lion members introduced themselves to our guests Bobbie and Richard Collins.

 

The Minutes were read.  Lion Merle made a motion to accept the reading of the minutes.  2nd by Lion Bill motion carried.

 

The Treasurer’s report from March 1st was tabled until the next meeting.

 

The Soup, Sandwich and Auction is scheduled to be held on Sat., March 27th. Flyers were handed out to remind members of the food to be donated and the set up and work times.  Lion Ron passed out  the tickets for the Soup, Sandwich Supper and Auction.

 

Program Calendar is as follows: March 15 we will be filling Easter Eggs, April 5 Juvenile Judge Mary Pat Zitter will be our guest.    April 19, Lion Ann has invited Jim Godwin who is celebrating his 50th anniversary is the Motorcycle Business.  May 3, Lion Joann has invited Tasch Schulte, Activities Director from the Mercer

County Senior Citizens Center...  The last program of the year will be sponsored by Lion Nancy on May 17.  June 3,4, and 5 is the Firecracker Festival.

 

Lion Olene and Lion Jerry updated their information about the up coming Memorial Day Program. Lion Olene is going to hang flyers in the businesses in Mendon to collect more names of people serving in the armed forces.

 

 Lion Ned passed out a flyer on Eligible Activities of where the grant money could be spent if Mendon receives it. Any Lions member who resides in Mendon is welcome to attend the Town Meeting.

 

Tail Twister Lion Don collected small fines from each Lion Member.

 

Lion Olene asked if we would consider donating to the Choosing Life Pregnancy Center who addressed the club last month.  Lion Dan moved to donate $100 and Lion Jerry seconded it. Motion carried.

 

Lion Nancy received an e-mail asking if we would like to donate to the Cancer Association of Mercer County Hopefest  2010 which is being held May 7th, 2010. Lion Ned moved donate $100 and Lion Jerry 2nd it. Motion carried.

 

Lion Jerry explained to our guests how the Lions got started on the Shelter House project, and explained to them how we help the Community in different areas.

 

Lion Nancy has 20 doz. plastic Easter Eggs. We need a total of 60 doz. for our April 3 Easter Egg hunt. Lion Bill is going to get the extra 40 doz. eggs and the 25 lbs. of candy we need to fill the eggs at our March 15 meeting.

 

 

 

SPECIAL NEWS UPDATE FOR MARCH 25, 2010

 

ST. MARYS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL BANQUET

 

FERN JOHNS FAMILY  (Builder of Bridges awards: Fern Johns,

Ray Barber, and Rev. Jim Nupher)

 

(Note: there are more pictures of the Chamber Banquet on

the Pictures Page)

 

 

 

NEWS UPDATE FOR MARCH 29, 2010

 

AMERICAN RED CROSS, MERCER COUNTY CHAPTER  Recognition Dinner

 

Ron Obringer, Alan Siefring, Shaun Everman, Cayla Hellwarth

Marilyn Frahm, Rita Dennis

 

On Thursday, March 11th the American Red Cross, Mercer County Chapter held their Annual Recognition  Dinner and Annual Meeting at the Celina Eagles. All volunteers, donors and partners were recognized and thanked for their outstanding dedication, commitment and hard work that they have given the American Red Cross of Mercer County.

 

The dinner also gave the Mercer County Chapter of the American Red Cross the opportunity to present the following awards with the assistance of Erica Gelhaus, Miss Ohio, Cayla Hellwarth, Miss Lake Festival & Ellen Bryan, Miss Miami Valley: 

The Biomedical Achievement Award  which was presented to Marilyn Frahm an American Red Cross Blood Services volunteer who has fostered innovative practices to achieve strategic priorities. Marilyn has provided an incredible amount of time and effort to ensure the blood services in Mercer County maintains a viable asset to the many patients in need of blood in our local hospitals. Marilyn is also a board member at the Ohio-Indiana Regional Blood Services Center~   

Outstanding Youth Award is presented to any volunteer who has shown commitment to the mission of the American Red Cross at the chapter level.  Cayla Hellwarth, the current Miss Lake Festival, has selected the American Red Cross as her platform. She not only represents the Red Cross very well, but the entire Mercer County. Cayla has  recently held a fundraiser for the American Red Cross Haiti Relief and raised over $500 for them. Cayla will be competing for Miss Ohio in June. Best of Luck Cayla!

Disaster Preparedness & Response Award is an award that honors a disaster volunteer who has made a measurable impact on the America Red Cross, the community and the clients we serve. This year’s award went to Ron “Obie” Obringer who volunteers on local and national levels and has been instrumental in securing local donations and equipment for our disaster services program. 

Health & Safety Services Award This award was presented to Rita Dennis whose outstanding contributions have led to the expansion and improvement of the American Red Cross Health & Safety Services at the local chapter.  Rita is very generous of her time and has helped our chapter several times when we were in need of quick assistance. She has also updated our Sport Safety Training and will be implementing the first American Red Cross Family Caregiving Program for those in our area that provide care to an elderly or chronically ill family member at the Miller House. This free seven part series will begin in April and each session will last approximately 1 hour. 

Extra Mile Award This award recognizes Coldwell Banker Lake Shore Realty and Deb Borns who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to help our chapter. Due to their generosity our chapter has an awesome office that offers a safe and easily accessible place to provide our many services, offer Health & Safety Classes, meetings and has a lot of storage for disaster supplies.

Special Citation for Exceptional Volunteer Service this award honors a volunteer whose performance over a period of several years has substantially exceeded the volunteer’s original commitment to the American Red Cross.  This year Alan Siefring and Shaun Everman were both selected for the Special Citation for Exceptional Volunteer Service They have demonstrated exceptional performance and extensive personal commitment to several projects that has contributed to the improvement & expansion of American Red Cross services to our community. Alan and Shaun also serve on the kart committee, are the flagmen for the races and are the chairpersons for the bowling event held to raise money for equipment for our largest fundraiser the kart races. Additionally, they also maintain the trailer and the equipment following each event. Thanks to both of these gentlemen for their time, reliability, dedication and hard-work!

 

 

Congratulations were also extended to the recipients of the awards given out at the Indiana Ohio blood region Recognition Luncheon.

Outstanding Blood Donor~Walt Fleck~162 units and 6 times in the last year

Outstanding Volunteer Service Award~ Jerry & Rita Siefring

Creative Genius Award~ Pete Lisi with CHS   creative ways to promote blood drive

The Faithful Friend Award~ The Mercer County Chapter loyal support to blood services

The Lifesaver Award~ The Mercer County Chapter especially accommodating in times of need

 

“Thank you to all of our volunteers, donors, supporters & partners. To the volunteers who are willing to leave their homes whenever the call comes to make sure a local family who has lost their home to a fire has a place to sleep tonight, and clothes to wear and food to eat tomorrow, I appreciate each one of you.  Thanks to those who have learned how to save lives through first aid and CPR and the people who have taught them those skills, our community is a safer place because of them.  I am also honored to extend my appreciation to the volunteers that assist with serving our dedicated military personnel and their loved ones. Thank you to everyone who rolls up their sleeve to give blood, or takes out a pen to write a check to support the work of the American Red Cross. Our success and growth is made possible by the generosity of the people in this community -- people who donate their blood, money and time. Each of you are the “heart” of the American Red Cross!” stated Deb Hemmelgarn, Executive Director of the Mercer County Chapter.

 

As part of the Annual Meeting of the Mercer County Chapter of the Red Cross, Dawn Hellwarth, Jamie Lewis, Maria Suhr, & Tammy Barger were all selected to serve a three year term on the Board of Directors and the following board members were nominated to serve a second three-year term on the Board of Directors: Chuck Sanning,  Butch Duerr, Jerry Siefring, Rita Siefring

The Mercer County Chapter has also decided to establish an Associate Board which will allow Mercer County youth from each school in the county to become more involved with the local chapter of the Red Cross. The chapter would like to welcome the first member, Ashley Kunkler of St. Henry High School. Anyone interested in information about the Associate Board of Directors is welcome to contact the Red Cross office at 419-586-2201.  The 2010 slate of officers are: Chair – Jerry Siefring, Vice Chair –  Greg Homan, Secretary – Linda Schoenherr

 

Following the Annual Meeting, Erica Gelhaus spoke of her many adventures and achievements as the reigning Miss Ohio. Erica’s success in donating blood to the American Red Cross for her first time and initiating the very first blood drive at the State House, ranked high on her list of personal achievements! Following an entertaining song that was sung by Erica, she was thanked for her continued support of the Red Cross.

 

Thank you to the events’ sponsors~ Visions Awards, Werling & Sons, Cooper Farms, Beckman & Gast, Gel’s IGA, Celina Eagles & Louie, and Floral Reflections. Your generosity is truly appreciated. Our gratitude is also extended to Erica Gelhaus, Ellen Bryan and Cayla Hellwarth for their continued support of the American Red Cross.

 

Mercer County Drug Bust

 

Assisting the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office with service of drug indictments led the Celina Police Department to the arrest of an additional suspect for possession of heroin and oxycontin (oxycodone) and the service of a search warrant upon an apartment located at 230 W. Logan St.

Celina Police officers located Christina Hall and Jerrod Muhlenkamp at their residence at 230 W. Logon Street.  Both were subjects of Mercer County Grand Jury indictments being held by the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office.  While waiting for members of the Grand Lake Drug Task Force to arrive on the scene Celina officers observed a male exit the home and run from the scene.  He was pursued and apprehended in the 100 block of W. Logan Street where he was found to be in possession of both oxycontin and heroin.  That suspect was found to be Joseph D. Wischmeyer (31), of Celina.  Celina officers transported Hall and Wischmeyer from the scene and responding Mercer County deputies took custody of Muhlenkamp.

Based upon the follow-up information from Wischmeyer’s arrest the Celina Police Department obtained a search warrant for the apartment at 230 W. Logan Street.  During the service of that warrant prescription drugs, suspected heroin, syringes, scales and other drug paraphernalia were seized.  The investigation is continuing and additional felony charges are possible.

 

 

Staff Appreciation Luncheon

By Scott Frey

 

As in the past, we are offering an opportunity for you to market your business at the Staff Appreciation Luncheon by becoming a Table Exhibitor , by donating a door prize, or by donating 175 bag stuffers.

 

Click Here for your exhibitor registration form.  Fill out your preference and return it to us by Friday, April 16th.  The sooner, the better!  (For those of you I have already spoken with about marketing your business at this event, go ahead and fill this out and send it back for our recrods please.)

 

 

EPC and LEPC Meetings

 

 

1)     Mercer County EMA Board Meeting  - Tuesday, April 6, 2010 @ 12:05 PM

      in the EMA Office, 214 W. Livingston St., Celina

 

2)     Mercer County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) – Thursday, April 8, 2010 @ 7:30 AM

In the Central Services Building, 220 W. Livingston St., Celina

 

 

 

  

Get your soil tested

By Laura Walker

 

There are 158 lawn and garden soil sample coupons available at this time.  For just $5, anyone with land in the Grand Lake St. Marys or Wabash River Watersheds can have their lawn or garden soil tested.  This is at least a $10 savings from the typical fee.  Cost sharing on these samples is the Lake Improvement Association, Grand Lake/Wabash Watershed Alliance and Helena Agronomic Center, Coldwater.

 

To purchase a soil sample coupon; go to the Mercer Soil and Water Conservation District Office, 220 West Livingston Street, Celina, Ohio, or to Helena Agronomic Center, Burkettsville-St. Henry Road, south of Coldwater.  You will receive instructions on how to take your sample and a sample bag.  Bags can be returned to Helena or the SWCD.

 

Collecting a soil sample prior to applying lawn or garden fertilizer will determine the actual fertilizer needs of your lawn or garden.  The amount of Phosporous (P) in fertilizer is designated by the middle number of a fertilizer.  Proper lawn and garden fertilization techniques play an important role in preventing polluted surface runoff from entering nearby streams, Grand Lake St. Marys and the Wabash River. 

 

Equipment needed to take a soil sample:

            clean plastic bucket, soil probe and quart-sized plastic or paper bag

Follow these steps to properly collect a lawn soil sample (recommended method):

Step 1:  Label bags appropriately.

Step 2:  Walking in a zig-zag pattern, use the soil probe to take ten sub-samples and place them in the plastic bucket.

Step 3:  Samples should be taken 3-4 inches deep.  Remove any foreign material on the surface prior to using the soil probe.

Step 4:  Mix sub-samples thoroughly and place the correct amount of soil (according to your laboratory) into the bags.

Step 5:  Take labeled bags and other required materials to your laboratory.

 

Fertilizers have a series of three numbers on the label.  These numbers represent the percentages of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.  When purchasing fertilizer look for the bag with a zero in the middle, designating no phosphorus.

 

For more information on this program contact the watershed coordinator, Laura Walker at laura.walker@mercercountyohio.org or 419-586-3289.

 

 

Mercer County Relay for Life

 

The event will be held at Lake Shore Park (same as last year) on Saturday, June 12, and Sunday June 13.

 

The torch walk will begin at the Gazebo at 2:00 p.m., followed by the survivor lap. Opening ceremonies are at 2:30 p.m. The event will end with non-denominational church services at 8:00 a.m. on Sunday.  When I have a confirmed schedule, I will pass it along. 

 

There will be a fundraiser - 5K Run on Saturday, May 22, at 9:00 a.m. sharp, sponsored by Reynolds & Reynolds.  I have attached a flyer with more information.

 

 

SENATE WORKS TO FURTHER STRENGTHEN

 OHIO CONCEALED CARRY LAW

 

            When the General Assembly approved Ohio’s concealed carry law in April 2004, gun control advocates wrongly predicted that our cities and local communities would be transformed into a scene straight out of the movie Tombstone, where outlaws rule the streets and shoot-outs outside the local restaurant or grocery store are a daily occurrence.

Six years later, local sheriffs’ offices in Ohio have issued nearly 200,000 concealed carry licenses to law-abiding Ohioans, including 56,691 last year, according to the Ohio Attorney General’s Office.  The doomsday scenarios painted by these anti-gun groups couldn’t be further from reality. There have been no spikes in violence, and thousands of Ohio gun owners are now able to legally carry a firearm for protection.

Also, as more Ohioans have chosen to exercise their Second Amendment right to keep and bear arms, the Legislature has taken several important steps to improve the state’s concealed carry law to reduce burdensome and unnecessary restrictions on license holders. 

In 2006, my colleagues and I approved House Bill 347, which worked to eliminate several confusing provisions in the state’s concealed carry law to make it easier for lawful gun owners to comply. Most notably, in an effort to create consistency in gun laws from community to community, the bill prohibited local governments from passing firearm rules that were stricter than state law. At the time, several cities and villages had their own gun restrictions in place, creating a patchwork of rules across Ohio that made it difficult for concealed carry license holders traveling the state to know the law.

Two years later, I fought to pass Senate Bill 184, which established Ohio’s Castle Doctrine, affirming the right of every Ohioan to defend themselves and their family from violent intruders in their home. The bill also helped to clarify parts of Ohio’s concealed carry statute that had placed an unintentional burden on lawful license holders, while making it easier for police officers to enforce the law.

Continuing this important effort, I recently co-sponsored bipartisan legislation in the Senate that would further update our state’s concealed carry law to make it easier for law-abiding Ohioans to exercise their constitutional rights. Senate Bill 239, which is sponsored by State Senator Tim Schaffer and State Senator Shannon Jones, would eliminate burdensome restrictions on transporting a firearm in a car and remove a prohibition against carrying a concealed weapon into restaurants that serve alcohol.

Currently, concealed carry licensees, who are traveling in a vehicle with a firearm, must either place it in a holster, closed glove compartment, locked case or in a purse that is kept in plain sight. Of the 48 states with a concealed carry license law, Ohio is the only state that specifies how a handgun must be carried in a vehicle. These restrictions put a potentially costly burden on concealed carry license holders in Ohio who could face court proceedings and even incarceration if they violate these complex car storage requirements.

SB 239 would simply remove this unnecessary provision in the law, while preserving strict penalties for any person who fails to follow several important rules meant to protect law enforcement, licensees and other motorists during traffic stops, including the rule that a driver must promptly notify a police officer of the presence of a loaded handgun.

In addition, SB 239 would eliminate Ohio’s current restriction on carrying a concealed weapon into a restaurant that serves alcohol, as long as the license holder is not under the influence of alcohol or drugs. According to OpenCarry.org, 42 states currently allow law-abiding licensees to carry their firearms into restaurants if they are not drinking. This includes every state that borders Ohio. It is important to note that nothing in the bill would mandate that a restaurant allow firearms on their property.

SB 239 is another common sense step in the General Assembly’s ongoing effort to modernize Ohio’s concealed carry laws to ease the burden on lawful gun owners in our state while protecting all aspects of public safety.  I will work hard in the coming weeks to move this important bill forward, and I will continue to do all I can in the Legislature to protect and strengthen Ohioans’ Second Amendment rights.

For more information on SB 239, please visit the Ohio General Assembly website at www.legislature.state.oh.us.

 

Energy efficient appliances rebate program launches March 26; Ohio credits expected to go quickly

 

COLUMBUS, Ohio – March 22, 2010 – The Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel (OCC) wants to make consumers aware rebates for the purchase of energy efficient appliances will become available March 26 when the Ohio Department of Development launches the Ohio Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program it administers.

The program was made available through funding from the federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Its goal is to boost interest in Energy Star-rated appliances, which can increase efficiency in Ohio homes and help consumers save money on monthly energy bills.

 “This program underscores the importance energy efficiency has for Ohioans,” Consumers’ Counsel Janine Migden-Ostrander said. “Consumers who take advantage of the rebates will see considerable savings on the purchase of new appliances and will save on energy and water costs for years to come.”

 Ohio has about $10.5 million to offer through more than 89,000 rebates for refrigerators, clothes washers, dishwashers, high-efficiency gas water heaters and electric heat pump water heaters. Rebates range from $100-$250. The Ohio Department of Development anticipates the rebates will be exhausted in a few weeks. Consumers considering the purchase of a new appliance in conjunction with this program should act quickly to receive a rebate.

 “We are pleased to help implement this federal stimulus program which will go a long way in helping Ohioans become more energy efficient and save on critical home energy and water costs,” said Lisa Patt-McDaniel, Director of the Ohio Department of Development. “We anticipate a high interest level and will work diligently to accommodate each request in a timely manner but encourage consumers to move quickly to take advantage of these savings.”

To qualify, a purchase must be made on or after March 26. The old appliance must be properly recycled. Only one rebate per appliance type per household will be honored. More information, applications for rebates and a list of qualifying appliances are available at www.OhioApplianceRebate.com.

 Ohioans are expected to save 11,656,501 kilowatt-hours (kWh), and 449,755 therms, and reduce water consumption by 175,652,211 gallons annually from the new appliances installed because of this program.

 

 

Mended Hearts Meeting

 

    Mended Hearts will meet on Tuesday, March 30 at 7 p.m. in Meeting Room #2at Mercer Health.  Julie Hemmelgarn, registered dietician will speak on “Heart Healthy Eating Out. “

    Family and friends are invited. Refreshements will be served.  This group meets the last Tuesday of the month September through May.  If you have any questions, call 419-678-5180.

 

 

Closing of Cassella-Montezuma Road

 

          The Mercer County Engineer, Jim Wiechart, is announcing the closing of Cassella-Montezuma Road between Depweg Road and State Route 274 in Marion Township for a culvert replacement. This structure will be closed tentatively on March 29, 2010 and is scheduled to reopen in approximately one to two weeks, depending on the weather conditions.

 

          Any  questions, contact the Mercer County Engineer's Office at 419-586-7759.

 

 

Mercer County 4-H Youth Get Boost from

National Paper Clover Campaign, Tractor Supply Co.