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Fayette's Noelle Goodson: FFA, Montpelier's Strong Realty Solutions Nashville & The National Anthem - New Name, Same Great Service but for the moment, she is in the middle of one of her most exciting experiences yet the Stand and Be Heard Anthem Singing Competition sponsored by FMC Agricultural Products. Noelle has always been interested in music and quite gifted in regards to it. Over the years, she has taken piano lessons, harp lessons, guitar lessons, and voice lessons, and she recently got her hand on a ukulele so surely shell be adding that to her repertoire as well. Earlier this year, in March, Noelle go the opportunity to sing the National Anthem in Columbus for the Division IV Boys Basketball State Championship game. When asked about this experience, Noelle just smiled and said, It was one of the coolest places Ive ever been for singing. Noelle has lent her voice to many local occasions, one of which was quite an important one the Groundbreaking Ceremony for the 9/11 Memorial at the Fulton ...
By: Chelsie Firestone THE REPORTER After buying Bob Mercer Realty and Auctions in 2004 and moving the business to its 310 W. Main Street Location in Montpelier, owner John Dye has finally decided that it was time to make the business more his own by changing the name. He explained that "a lot of people would come in and just assume that I was Bob." The good news for Dye was that the confusion wasn't all bad. Bob Mercer Realty and Auctions, after all, has always had a good reputation in the area. It is likely that Strong Real Estate Solutions will maintain that solid reputation as, while the name of the business has changed, the commitment to service and the services rendered have not. Strong Realty Solutions focuses on primarily residential listings and assists both buyers and sellers through the processes of buying and/ or selling real estate. Dye explained that he has seen an increase of real estate transactions in the last three to six months and that the number of foreclosures and sheriff's sales have started to go down. This is good news for homeowners. As the number of such events decrease, property value rises.
REOPENING ... Owner John Dye is pleased to announce his re-opening of Strong Real Estate Solutions, formerly Bob Mercer Auctions and Real Estate, and is looking forward to continuing to serve buyers and sellers with the same personalized attention that his location at 310 W. Main Street in Montpelier has always been known for.
For those who are interested in either buying or selling their homes, Dye offers some sound advice. He explains that the most important thing for people to do in terms of property is to simply maintain it by keeping it clean both inside and out and by freshening up paint, landscaping, and other cosmetic aspects as they are needed. "A fifteen dollar can of paint can really go a long way in making property value go up," he said. He also offers the advice of being patient to buyers who are looking for something in particular. Sometimes it takes a little bit of time before that perfect dream house turns up, after all, but it's far better to wait a little bit than for someone to jump in and commit to something they didn't really want. John's knowledge and understanding of real estate and property value has been building for years. While he didn't enter into the real estate business until 2004, real estate has been in his family for years. Anyone entering the Strong Real Estate Solutions office will notice a plaque ... CONTINUED ON PAGE 17
By: Storm Humbert THE REPORTER Noelle Goodson was a very active high school student. She was a member of the track team and cheerleading squad for all four years of high school as well as an active member of the FFA. She participated in choirs (both
through her church and in school), and even tried cross country her senior year. Shes been Homecoming queen, on more courts than she can remember, and in the fall shell ship out to Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Clearly, Noelle has been busy, CONTINUED ON PAGE 17
Edon Northwest Local Schools Prepped & Ready For First Day
West Unity Village Council Moves Forward With Purchase of Vactor Truck Fayette's Noelle Goodson: FFA, Nashville & The National Anthem Deena Haynes, Pushing To Be World's Best Puller 2013 Pioneer Germanfest Highlights American Red Cross Urges Community To Donate Blood Award-Winning Author Visits West Unity Library Cookbook Author Marsha Baker To Visit Pioneer Library Stryker Homecoming Festival Schedule of Events Montpelier Native Jason Rockey Announces Candidacy For State Representative
By: Lucinda Held-Faulhaber THE REPORTER With the start of school just two weeks away, Edon Northwest Local Board of Education addressed the few remaining details for 20132014 during its regular session held Tuesday, August 6. President Jill Jacoby called the 5:00 p.m. meeting to order with all members in attendance. In addition to hearing abbreviated monthly reports as part of the evenings straightforward agenda, members also listened to concerns voiced by District resident Dave Walker. I have a question [for the Board], he began. I dont know whether youve seen the schedule or not [but] I wondered if each one of you believes its fair enough for each English teacher the way it is? The administration sets the [class] schedule; we dont, noted Board President Jacoby in her response. While Board members do see the schedule before school starts, coordinating class offerings does not fall under their responsibilities but those of the Districts hired administrators. I realize that, Mr. Walker continued. This teacher has gone to the administration and discussed the [class load] but [what] I want to know is if the Board thinks its fair the way the schedule is one teacher has seven classes and another teacher has five classes. [At this point], we dont know the whole thinking behind how or
why the decision was made, added Board Member Dave Haase. We cannot go by a scheduling paper and make a decision whether its fair or not without reviewing all the details first. Im not sure if the word fair is the way to look at it, said Jacoby. We hire our administrators and tell them they need to do whats best for the kids. While genuine concern for the fairness of the current English class schedule was again expressed by Mr. Walker, President Jacoby shared during the ensuing discussion that teachers have a negotiated agreement to protect them. Theres a process they can go through if they think [the schedule] is not fair. If, at some point, they go through those steps and we have to become involved, then we will become involved. The fact that youve brought [this] to us tonight.Im sure we will be discussing and taking it under advisement. We appreciate you coming to us, concluded Jacoby. Mr. Walker then thanked the Board for their time. In action taken, the Board: Accepted a $668.50 cash donation from Family Service of Northwest Ohio for the high school fund. Approved 2013-2014 change funds for the Elementary Office (fifty dollars), Sports (four hundred fifty dollars), Cheerleaders (ten dollars) and any others as needed during the school year.
NEW TEACHER Edon Superintendent Ed Ewers congratulates Samara Banks-Calvin on her new position at Edon Northwest Local Schools. Ms. Banks-Calvins one-year contract as Elementary Intervention Specialist for 2013-2014 was approved by the Districts Board of Education during its August regular session.
Approved employment of substitute teachers and substitute paraprofessionals from 2013-2014 Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center (NWOESC) lists along with any addendums to the original lists. Approved all bus routes as presented until adjustments are made after the first few days of school.
Approved an agreement with Wood County Juvenile Detention Center (sixty dollars/day per student) and Juvenile Residential Center of Northwest Ohio (fifty-five dollars/day per student) for 20132014. Approved 2013-2014 Supplemental Contracts with Tony Booth CONTINUED ON PAGE 17
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Janet Crisenbery, age 73 of Flippin, Arkansas formally from Alvordton/Fayette area died July 21, 2013 at her residence. She worked as a Quality Control Supervisor for LaBarge Industries. She will be remembered for her love of her grandchildren. She enjoyed taking care of her garden, knitting and crocheting. She is survived by her sons, Dave (Vicki) Crisenbery, Mike (Sandy) Crisenbery both from Flippin AR and Gene Crisenbery of Harrison, AR; grandchildren Brittany and Shelby Crisenbery, Ashley Trivet, Tiffany Black, Christopher (Jena) Adams and Ashley (Chris) Parish and great grandchildren, Brayden Adams, Braylie Sweet, Riley Black and Bryson Tanner. Janet was preceded in death by her son Douglas Crisenbery, her parents Harold and Geneva Huntley, Brother Gene (Kitty) Huntley, sisters, Marilyn (LaVon) Campbell, and Martha (Bruce) Moore. Services will be private. Arrangements were under the direction of Kirby and Family Funeral and Cremation Services. Visit online guestbook obituary at www.Kirbyandfamily.com
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WILLIAMS & FULTON COUNTY AREA LOCAL POLICE, EMS &FIRE REPORTS
KEEPING READERS NOTIFIED OF LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIRE, COURT & CRIME STOPPER ACTIVITIES
EDON P.D. (July 28) Citizen assist (July 28) Citizen assist (July 29) Citizen assist (July 29) Animal complaint (July 29) Trespassing warning (July 29) No contact warning (July 29) Agency assist (July 29) Warning being in the park after hours (July 30) Citizen assist (July 30) Golf cart inspection (July 31) Motorist assist (July 31) Shop lifter complaint (July 31) Agency assist (July 31) Agency assist (July 31) Citizen assist (Aug. 1) Littering complaint (Aug. 1) Agency assist (Aug. 1) Warning for failure to yield (Aug. 1) Speed, citation (Aug. 2) Citizen assist (Aug. 2) Citizen assist (Aug. 2) Warning equipment violation (Aug. 2) Fraud complaint (Aug. 2) 911 hang up call (Aug. 3) Parade detail (Aug. 3) Speed, citation (Aug. 3) Speed, citation (Aug. 3) Improper starting and backing (Aug. 3) Property damage only accident (Aug. 3) Domestic violation complaint (Aug. 3) Citizen assist (Aug. 3) Warning, expired tags. STRYKER P.D. (July 26) Traffic Warning - Stop Sign (July 26) Disorderly Conduct - Intoxicated (July 27) Breaking and Entering, Theft (July 27) Disabled Vehicle (July 28) Domestic Dispute (July 28) Civil Complaint (July 28) Unauthorized Use of a Credit Card (July 29) Keep The Peace (July 30) Traffic Warning - Stop Sign (July 30) Criminal Damage (July 31) Disorderly Conduct - Intoxicated (July 31) Suspicious Vehicle (August 1) 911 Call - Unknown Nature (August 1) Civil Complaint (August 1) Agency Assist PIONEER P.D. Requested reports not received by press deadline. WEST UNITY P.D. Requested reports not received by press deadline. MONTPELIER P.D. Requested reports not received by press deadline. FAYETTE P.D. Requested reports not received by press deadline. WILLIAMS CO. SHERIFF (Aug. 7) 8:54 a.m. - Gary Miller, Pioneer, reported that sometime in the few days prior to August 7, someone caused approximately $200 in damage to unlawfully enter a residence and outbuilding to remove approximately $56 in items. Matter remains under investigates. (Aug. 7) 11:27 p.m. - Diane Prater, Northwest Township, reported that between 10:40-10:50 p.m. someone unlawfully entered a residence and removed a bottle of prescription medication valued at $50. (Aug. 11) 12:26 p.m. - James Anderson of Montpelier, reported that sometime during the night someone struck his mailbox with a blunt object. The damage was estimated at $150. WILLIAMS COUNTY TRAFFIC REPORTS Wray, Jonathan T., Pioneer, OH, Failure to maintain assured clear distance ahead. Fine Amount: 71.00 plus court costs. Wheeler, James F., Jr., Edgerton, OH, Seat Belt. Fine Amount: 30.00 plus court costs Sauceda, Victoria N., Montpelier, OH, Failure to Reinstate. Fine Amount: Not given Blackburn, Samuel D., Edgerton, OH, Seat belt. Fine Amount: 30.00 plus court costs Rebeck, Terry L., Jr., West Unity, OH. Seat belt. Fine Amount: 30.00 plus court costs Watson, Shirley A., West Unity, OH. Failure to control. Fine Amount: 71.00 plus court costs Newman, James L., III, Edgerton, OH. Seat belt. Fine Amount: 30.00 plus court costs Vanarsdalen, Danyel L., West Unity, OH. Expiration of Operators License/Over 6m. Fine Amount: Waived 150.00 Vanarsdalen, Danyel L., West Unity, OH. Failure to control. Fine Amount: 50.00 plus court costs Lash, Christopher A., Montpelier, OH. 71/55 Speed. Fine Amount: 40.00 plus court costs Dominique, James L., West Unity, OH. No Drivers License. Fine Amount: 150.00 plus court costs Roby, Barbara M., Kunkle, OH. 56/35 Speed. Fine Amount: 65.00 plus court costs Jones, Dustin R., Stryker, OH. O.V.I/.08breath. Fine Amount: Not given Jones, Dustin R., Stryker, OH. Outside Of Vehicle. Fine Amount: Waived 150.00 Jones, Dustin R., Stryker, OH. Seat belt. Fine Waived 70.00 Roelfs, Raymond E., Edgerton, OH. Failure to Re-instate. Fine Amount: Not given Carter, Marcus J., Montpelier, OH. Violation of Restrictions. Pre-trial Carter, Marcus J., Montpelier, OH. Seat Belt. Fine Amount: 70.00 Carter, Marcus J., Montpelier, OH. Fin Resp Suspension. Pre-trial Carter, Marcus J., Montpelier, OH. Lanes of Travel. Fine Waived: 125.00 Rush, Michael P., Pioneer, OH. 68/55 Speed. Fine Amount: 40.00 plus court costs Rush, Michael P., Pioneer, OH. FRA Suspension. Fine Amount: 300.00 plus court costs. Jail: 60 days, Suspended: 60. No Future Violations Within Next 3 Yrs Brown, Sammy C., Montpelier, OH. OVI Suspension. Pre-trial Brown, Sammy C., Montpelier, OH. Fictitious Registration. Pretrial Brown, Sammy C., Montpelier, OH. No Tail Lights. Pre-trial Cox, Alan L., Montpelier, OH. Ovi/Under Influence. Pre-trial Cox, Alan L., Montpelier, OH. Violation of Lane/Line. Pre-trial Buttermore, Judd M., Montpelier. Dis Regular Plates. Fine Amount: 50.00 plus costs Buttermore, Judd M., Montpelier. Ovi/Under Influence. Fine Amount: 650.00 plus costs. Jail: 20, Suspended: 17. NO FUTURE VIOLATIONS WITHIN NEXT 2 YRS, 1ST TIMERS RETREAT WITHIN 90 DAYS, VACATE ADM LICENSE SUSPENSION AND FEES Buttermore, Judd M., Montpelier. 30/25 Speed. Dismissed. Costs only Smith, Tracey D., Montpelier, OH. Driving Under Suspension. Pretrial Glambin, Felicia M., Montpelier, OH. Fictitious Registration. Fine Amount: 150.00 plus costs. NRVC BMV 5-1412 Glambin, Felicia M., Montpelier, OH. No Operator License. Fine Amount: 300.00 plus costs Farley, Jody, Montpelier, OH. Ovi/Breath (Low). Pre-trial. Farley, Jody, Montpelier, OH. Failure to Control. Pre-trial. Peeples, Hanna J., Montpelier, OH. 81/70 Speed. Fine Amount: 24.00 plus costs Thomas, Kelsi J., Montpelier, OH. 41/25 Speed. Fine Waived: 130.00 Degarmo, Betty L., West Unity, OH. Failure to Reinstate. Fine Amount: 200.00 plus costs Hicks, Rickey L., Montpelier, OH. Resisting/ Fleeing. Fine Amount: Not given. Hicks, Rickey L., Montpelier, OH. Reckless Operation. Fine Amount: Not given. Petarra, Janet. Pioneer, OH. Failure to Yield Right of Way. Fine Amount: 71.00 plus costs Roelfs, Raymond E., Edgerton, OH. Failure to Reinstate. Dismissed Roelfs, Raymond E., Edgerton, OH. 68/55 Speed. Fine Amount: 45.00 plus costs Wheeler, Jennifer L., Montpelier, OH. 68/55 Speed. Fine Amount: 46.00 plus costs Jones, Larry A Jr., Montpelier, OH. 40/25 Speed. Fine Amount: 46.00 plus costs Huber, Nicole R., Stryker, OH. 43/25 Speed. Fine Amount: 46.00 plus costs Mitchell, Robert D., Montpelier, OH. Seat Belt. Fine Amount: 30.00 plus costs Farrell, Tia M., Montpelier, OH. No Operator License. Fine Amount: Not given Farrell, Tia M., Montpelier, OH. Lanes of Travel. Fine Amount: Not given Jordan, Tyler D., Montpelier, OH. Stop Sign. Fine Waived: 155.00 Stantz, Derrik M., Kunkle, OH. Stop Light. Fine Waived: 130.00 Hawkins, Benji L., Edon, OH. Violation Lane/Lines. Fine Waived: 150.00 Hawkins, Benji L., Edon, OH. Ovi/Under Influence. Not given Cox, Georgia A. Pioneer, OH. Expired Plates. Fine Waived: 125.00 Day, Joshua M., Pioneer, OH. 54/35 Speed. Fine Waived: 130.00 Frazer, Dennis L, West Unity, OH. Ovi/Breath (Low). Fine Amount: 650.00 plus costs. Jail: 20, Suspended: 17. NO FUTURE VIOLATIONS WITHIN NEXT 2 YRS, 1ST TIMERS RETREAT WITHIN 90 DAYS, VACATE ADM LICENSE SUSPENSION AND FEES Frazer, Dennis L, West Unity, OH. Lanes of Travel. Fine Amount: 35.00 plus costs Morgan, James R., Holiday City, OH. Ovi/Under Influence. Fine Amount: 750.00 plus costs. Jail: 40, Suspended: 30. Work release granted Morgan, James R., Holiday City, OH. No M/C End. Fine Amount: 200.00 plus costs. Jail: 30, Suspended: 30. Morgan, James R., Holiday City, OH. No Helmet. Dismissed Conrad, Cameron B., Montpelier, OH. Driving Under Suspension. Fine waived: 385.00 Conrad, Cameron B., Montpelier, OH. 48/35 Speed. Fine waived: 130.00 WILLIAMS COUNTY CRIMINAL REPORTS Lyman, Kalyn E., Edon, OH. Abuse of Intoxicants. Fine Amount: Not given Lyman, Kalyn E., Edon, OH. Drug Paraphernalia. Fine Waived: 175.00 Lyman, Kalyn E., Edon, OH. Drug Paraphernalia. Fine Waived: 275.00 Krill, Brent J., Stryker, OH. Assault. Fine Amount: Not given Straka, Nicholas P., Montpelier, OH. Possession. Fine Waived: 175.00 Straka, Nicholas P., Montpelier, OH. Drug Paraphernalia. Fine Waived: 175.00 Straka, Nicholas P., Montpelier, OH. Possession. Fine Waived: 175.00 Hicks, Rickey L., Montpelier, OH. Fleeing and Eluding. Preliminary Hearing Fuller, Danielle, West Unity, OH. Fail/File Tax 11. Dismissed Fuller, Nathaniel, West Unity, OH. Fail/File Tax 11. Dismissed Fuller, Nathaniel, West Unity, OH. Fail/File Tax 08. Dismissed Fuller, Nathaniel, West Unity, OH. Fail/ File Tax 09. Fine Amt.: 200.00, Suspended: 200.00 Costs: 90.00. Jail Time: 30 days, Suspended: 30. NO FUTURE VIOLATIONS WITHIN NEXT 2 YRS, MUST FILE TAXES WITHIN 30 DAYS AND SETUP PAYMENT AGREEMENT Fuller, Nathaniel, West Unity, OH. Fail/File Tax10. Fuller, Nathaniel, West Unity, OH. Fail/File Tax09. Fine Amt.: 200.00, Suspended: 200.00 Costs: 90.00. Jail Time: 30 days, Suspended: 30. NO FUTURE VIOLATIONS WITHIN NEXT 2 YRS, MUST FILE TAXES WITHIN 30 DAYS AND SETUP PAYMENT AGREEMENT Fuller, Danielle, West Unity, OH. Fail/File Tax08. Dismissed Fuller, Danielle, West Unity, OH. Fail/ File Tax09. Fine Amt.: 200.00, Suspended: 200.00 Costs: 90.00. Jail Time: 30 days, Suspended: 30. NO FUTURE VIOLATIONS WITHIN NEXT 2 YRS, MUST FILE TAXES WITHIN 30 DAYS AND SETUP PAYMENT AGREEMENT Fuller, Danielle, West Unity, OH. Fail/ File Tax10. Fine Amt.: 200.00, Suspended: 200.00 Costs:90.00. Jail Time: 30 days, Suspended: 30. NO FUTURE VIOLATIONS WITHIN NEXT 2 YRS, MUST FILE TAXES WITHIN 30 DAYS AND SETUP PAYMENT AGREEMENT Hill, Kelsey A., West Unity, OH. Domestic Violence. Fine Amount: Not given Meyer, Michael G. Montpelier, OH. Violation of TPO. Pre-trial. Brown, Sammy C., Montpelier, OH. Ovi/ Breath High. Preliminary. Hukill, Clinton W., West Unity. Endangering Children. Fine Amount: 300 plus costs. Jail: 90, Suspended: 90. NO FUTURE VIOLATIONS WITHIN NEXT 2 YRS Shields, James A., Montpelier, OH. Aggravated Menacing. Hearing. Shields, James A., Montpelier, OH. Assault. Hearing. Shields, James A., Montpelier, OH. Assault. Hearing. Shields, James A., Montpelier, OH. Resisting Arrest. Hearing. Shields, James A., Montpelier, OH. Resisting Arrest. Hearing. Shields, James A., Montpelier, OH. Criminal Trespass. Hearing. Shields, James A., Montpelier, OH. Menacing. Hearing. Shields, James A., Montpelier, OH. Disorderly Conduct. Hearing. Beach, John, Montpelier, OH. Passing Bad Checks. Arraigned Beach, John, Montpelier, OH. Passing Bad Checks. Arraigned Harrington, Ricky L., Montpelier, OH. Drug Paraphernalia. Fine waived: 180.00 Harrington, Ricky L., Montpelier, OH. Possession. Fine waived: 180.00 Steffes, Matthew R., Alvordton, OH. Theft. Fine Amount: 250.00 plus costs. Jail: 30, Suspended: 30 Cook, Alexander G., Montpelier, OH. Providing Premises. Fine Amount: 250.00 plus costs. Jail: 90, Suspended: 90. 100 HOURS COMMUNITY SERVICE Fox, Alec R., Montpelier, OH. Underage Consumption. Fine Amount: 100.00 and costs Salley, Donald M., IV, Pioneer, OH. Underage Consumption. Fine Amount: 100.00 and costs Salley, Donald M., IV, Pioneer, OH. Possession. Fine Amount: 150.00 plus costs. Agency to destroy contraband Bohner, Brian L., Montpelier, OH. Storage of Trash. Fine waived: 180.00 Bible, Christopher L., Montpelier, OH. Drug Paraphernalia. Fine Amount: 90.00 plus costs John, Brandon S., West Unity, OH. Criminal Damaging. Fine Amount: 250.00 plus costs. Jail: 30, Suspended: 30. NO FUTURE VIOLATIONS WITHIN NEXT 2 YRS, 50 HOURS COMMUNITY SERVICE, RESTITUTION TO PROSECUTOR TO BE PAID 30 DAYS AFTER AMOUNT IS DETERMINED Morgan, James R., Holiday City, OH. Use of Weapons While Intoxicated. 2nd Pre-trial Conrad, Cameron B., Montpelier, OH. Abuse of Intoxicants. Pre-trial Conrad, Cameron B., Montpelier, OH. Drug Paraphernalia. Pre-trial Conrad, Cameron B., Montpelier, OH. Open Container. Fine waived: 180.00 Wheeler, Tasha S., Montpelier, OH. Passing Bad Checks. Fine Amount: 100.00 plus costs. Jail: 30, Suspended: 30.
4-H NEWS
Demonstrations Completed At The July Franklin Blue Ribbons Meeting
The last meeting of the Franklin Blue Ribbons 4-H Club was July 15. Demonstrations were completed. If you have any questions on check in dates refer to the handbook or the newsletter. Next meeting books will be judged. You must attend this meeting if you are taking an animal project. If you cannot attend make arrangements with Kelly to get your book judged before hand. Those members with a book project please bring your project and display to the next meeting. Next meeting will be held on August 11 at 3:00 at the fairgrounds. Reported By: Cady Stockburger
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110 YEARS AGO August 1903 Miss Lena Hart became the bride of Dr. Horace L. Prouty of Kokomo, Ind. on July 28. Samuel Lee and family of Toledo are moving into the Kniffen property on Depot Street. He is employed at Annettes Barber Shop. 100 YEARS AGO August 1913 Nine different concerns submitted bids to do Strykers proposed paving. The engineers estimate is $78,100 for standard brick. Village officials who will decide are Mayer Woodward, councilmen Betts, Beuehrer, President Piper, Annette, and Wiederkehr. A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Huffman of Defiance Co line on August 1. 90 YEARS AGO August 1923 Forty members enrolled in the $1,000 Club within two weeks. Ralph Stranger of Bryan was engaged to coach the high school football teams for the season. A new state law makes it compulsory that one hundred minutes per week be given to physical training in the grades and in high school. 80 YEARS AGO August 1933 Born to Mr. and Mrs. Ezra Alspaugh on July 28, a daughter. Miss Florence Curtis became the bride of John Grim on August 3. The annual Rebekah convention was held here on Wednesday. Under the NRA, the Stryker merchants adopted a resolution to open their stores at 7:30 a.m. and close them at 5:30 p.m. expect Saturday night, which will be at 10:30 p.m.
Farmers Exchange Co. this past year. Arthur Leichty suffered severe burns on both arms while putting gas into the extractor on the Homer Christy Farm. 60 YEARS AGO August 1953 Ray Rutledge of Jasper, Ala., is the new vocational agricultural teacher in Stryker schools. Miss Betty Jean Coy of near Stryker became the bride of Herbert C. Grieser of Archbold on August 2. 50 YEARS AGO August 1963 American Legion installs officers; Commander, Ernest Bretthauer; 1st Vice Com. Richard Bernath. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Kunkle were top bidders on the home of the late Don Cameron Saturday.
JUNIOR BAND ... TOP ROW: Mr. Kellermeyer, Neil Hartman, Janet Brethauer, Jeffery Altman, Kenneth Figgins, Jack Clark, Ronnie Patten, Devonne Leu. MIDDLE ROW: Diane Miller, Babs Suter, Brenda Dean, Charlotte Gunn, Marvin Page, Jerry Roth, Judy Roth, Kenneth Newcomb, Margret Neefe. BOTTOM ROW: Judy Hutchison, Judy Coats, Billy Jones, John Hacktel, Bobby Klophenstein, Deanna Shannon.
70 YEARS AGO August 1943 Charles Manning, 62, died at Bryan Hospital, Wednesday. Over $18,000 in patronage dividends were distributed to regular customers of the Stryker
A GLIMPSE OF HISTORY AND WHAT WE READ THROUGHOUT THE YEARS IN THE EDON COMMERCIAL
70 YEARS AGO August 1943 A loss of $8,000 was caused by fire at the Walter Heer farm 3 miles south of Stryker Sunday evening. The fire started Mr. Heer believes as the result of damage to the wiring when the barn was struck by lightning. Practically 700,000 men, women, and children, nearly all of whom are Ohioans, used the Ohio Department of Highways 300 roadside parks during July. The number of persons from outside Ohio visiting the park has dropped heavily, but attendance from nearby communities has steadily mounted. 60 YEARS AGO August 1953 Interesting experiences between meetings, was the topic for answering roll call, when eight members of the Gingham Gals 4-H club met August 5 at the home of Jane Newman. This is the seventh meeting of the club. Lt. B.C. Brown, who is stationed at Ft. Sill. Okla., is now taking a battery officers course in officers school there. He has recently returned from two weeks training in Texas. While he was there his wife, the former Elsi Schaffter, and two children spent the time with his parents at Independence, Mo. 50 YEARS AGO August 1963 Florence Township so far, has just one political race as candidates petitions are being filed with the county election board. And that is between incumbent A. Cecil Long and Junior Bud Hug for a township trustees post. Edgertons village council is going to try it again. After two successive defeats for an operating levy, the council has decided to put a 2-mill operating levy on the ballot this fall. 40 YEARS AGO August 1973 The Ohio State Patrol investigated a pair of mishaps on area roads Tuesdays, which injured three persons and resulted in a pair of citations being issued. Edons Edon Machine Company plant is producing alternator and compressor brackets and power-steering pump supports for the new sporty small-car entry of Ford Motor Companys Ford Divisionthe Mustang II. 30 YEARS AGO August 1983 Airman Terrence L. Leatherman has completed Air Force basic training at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. William Lee Wise, of Edon has been named as one of 1983s Outstanding Young Men of America. Navy Seaman Andrew Bidwell son of Connie and Ronald Bidwell of Edon, recently returned from a six-month deployment to the Mediterranean. He is the crewmember aboard the nuclear-powered cruiser USS Mississippi, home ported in Norfolk, Va. 20 YEARS AGO August 1993 The Edon Little League Team competed at the Butler, Indiana Tournament recently and brought hoe the third place hardware. 10 YEARS AGO August 2003 Edons new Assistant Principal Bob Morton appears quite comfortable with his new duties. Several new teachers will begin this school year. Over 110 enjoyed the festivities at the Bethlehem Christian Church on Sunday with a guest speaker Randy Ehninger.
CHEESE PLEASE ... Row 1: Jon Manning, Ray Van De Voorde, Chuck Mason, & Mike ONeal. Row 2: Jeremy Anspaugh, Kory Briner, Lawrence Dulle & Dave Reitzel.
LUNCH TIME...Taking a break from their car show entries and enjoying the Ladies Auxiliary chicken bbq dinner is Harry Weaver of Concord, MI, Ryan Stuck of Montpelier and Gene Zehr of Bryan. POLKA TIME...The Happy Times Polka Band from Ridgeville Corners was the evening entertainment on Friday evening to kick off the weekend of fun.
1981 ORIGINAL VOLKSWAGON WESTFALIA...Tyler Davidoff and his grandmother Pat Hogan of Pioneer take a walk around the car show that was parked behind the bank and Village Market during the festival.
A REAL CLASS ACT...Tumblers from Class Act All Stars in Montpelier show their stuff as they perform several stunts such as cartwheels, back handsprings and roundoffs down the street.
BABY TIME...Ava Gruber, Anna Burt and Katelyn Balzer have a fun time entertaining baby Paizlee Zimmerman.
FRIES UP!...To keep up the energy during the festivities were the food vendors, especially hand cut fries by Sooz. Jaxsen Wentz, Brody Taylor, Jesse Taylor, Teen Miss runner-up Kalleigh Betzer get served by Merissa Taylor and Ryan Taylor.
LUNCH IS SERVED...Audrey Schmucker and a few of her helpers of the Ladies Auxilliary serves a lunch of bbq chicken provided by the Moose lodge, baked beans, potato salad and a cookie. MAYOR TIME..Mayor Ed Kidston and his wife Ann ride along in the parade with some adorable kids.
QUEENS...Little Miss Pioneer Makinzy King, Junior Miss Pioneer Emilie Eustace and Teen Miss Pioneer Morgan Mitchell take a ride in the parade.
PLAYING THE PART ... Davinna Nickloy of Pioneer completely looks the part of CORNHOLE PLAYTIME ... a German bar maid as she CJ Fidler of Pioneer has fun works the beer tent on Friwith the cornhole boards. day evening.
FACE PAINTING...After the parade, there were several types of games and entertainment for children. Face painting by Matt Frey for Little Miss Pioneer Makinzy King was part of that fun time.
MUSIC MAN...The Dale Vaughn Band provided great sounds at the American Legion dance on Saturday evening. The parking lot was packed full of party-goers that enjoyed the music as well as the suds provided by the Legion.
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STRYKER BIRTHDAYS ... Celebrating their birthdays this month at the Stryker Senior Center are: Jack Currier, Margaret Dills, and Site Manager Betsy Thorp. Flowers given to the celebrants were provided by the Green Awning Gallery in Stryker.
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MONTPELIER BIRTHDAYS Celebrating August Birthdays at Montpelier Senior Center on Thursday, August 8, 2013 were seated, from left, Ida Teats, Barbara Apt, Deloris Dennis and standing, from left, Anita Taylor, Junior Rath, Tawee Layraman and Jim Miller. Hosting this months celebration was Athena Study Club. Site Manager Jewel Head was also pleased to announce Karen Stoops (floral arrangement from the tellers at Huntington Bank) and Jim Miller (two free Senior Center Lunches) as Augusts Monthly Door Prize winners.
EDON CELEBRATIONS Celebrating birthdays and anniversaries at Edon Senior Center on Thursday, August 8, 2013 were, seated from left, Charlene Bigger, Esther Jewell, Caryl Schaffter and standing, Bonnie Chapin (51st Wedding Anniversary with husband Richard, not pictured) and Roger and Dorothy Hake (64th Wedding Anniversary). Edon Senior Center hosted this months event.
MONTPELIER CELEBRATIONS Happy Couples celebrating special anniversaries at Montpelier Senior Center on Thursday, August 8, 2013 were, from left, Robert and Ida Teats (64th Wedding Anniversary), Richard and Barbara Apt (59th Wedding Anniversary) and Bill and Karen Stoops (50th Wedding Anniversary).
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The Montpelier Water Department will begin the annual fire hydrant flushing and flow-testing program on Monday, August 19th, 2013 and is expected to be completed on or before Wednesday, August 28th, 2013. During the week of flushing and testing Village water customers may notice some discoloration in their water. The Village would like to remind their customers that these conditions are only temporary, that the water is still safe to drink, and that everyone double-check the tap water prior to using an automatic washer, as the discolored water (iron stained) may stain light colored clothing. This condition may appear anytime during the day or night. The water in the mains should return to normal within thirty minutes or less of the crew leaving the area and any stained water within a private plumbing system should clear out by letting the taps run a short time. The Village realizes and regrets that the above-mentioned conditions may cause the water system customers some inconvenience, but fire hydrant maintenance and testing are a vital part of the Villages fire protection program.
SPECIAL GUESTS ... Jose and Mary Alvarez were guests of Betty Beck for the regular meeting of the Stryker Rotary. Jose shared some of their experiences during the last mission trip made to Mexico. They attempted to drive a donated school bus from Kentucky to Mexico but got as far as Laredo and found they could take the bus no further without the proper permits. The group improvised by finding a truck and trailer to haul the contents of the bus to Mexico. They encountered a problem in the first ten miles of road once they crossed the border with a car trying to run them off the road and stop them. They were able to stay ahead of the car but not without some very tense moments. Once the group got close to a protected highway the car pursuing them stopped and left them proceed and they encountered no more problems. Their trip was very successful in that they were able to help feed 250 families with their efforts made possible by the donors who support them in their efforts. Jose and Mary feel they are doing Gods work, and he is also providing a helping hand in the process. Each trip they are able to accomplish more and they are already planning another trip in January of next year. They are fund raising for this next trip when they plan to be in Mexico from January through April. Betty Beck on the left is pictured with Mary and Jose Alvarez.
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Village equipment is starting to become a regular sight as village Williams, Henry and Putnam counties, as employees continue to work to both repair and improve portions of West Unity, including this portion of South Madison St. well as portions of Fulton. By: Chelsie Firestone THE REPORTER Members of the West Unity Village Council unanimously passed Ordinances 2013-03 and 2013-04 during their last regular meeting on August 8. The ordinances, which were both passed after approval to suspend the rules that would require three readings, were necessary for the village to move forward with the purchase of a vactor truck from Jack Doheney Companies. Ordinance 2013-03 provides for the necessary changes to be made in annual appropriations. Ordinance 2013-4 gives Village Administrator Ric Beals the authority to act on behalf of the village to make the contract with Jack Doheney Companies and Fiscal Officer Beth Rediger to appropriate the needed funds for the purchase of the equipment. The 1994 remanufactured Vactor Model 2115-C will replace the 1980 model that the village has owned for 17 years and is being purchased from the village for $105,000. Monies for the purchase of the truck will come from the following: 2011 Street Fund - $15,000, 2901 MVLT Fund $15,000, 5201 Sewer Operating - $15,000, 5101 Water Operating - $15,000, and 4901 Capital Projects - $15,000. The remaining $30,000 will be borrowed from Farmers and Merchants State Bank and then repaid out of the Debt Service Fund. The SRO agreement between the village and the school district regarding was also discussed. The original agreement, which was temporary, will be needing to be replaced and council was in need of deciding whether they would be wanting to bill the school district for three-fourths or all of the School Recourse Officers annual pay and benefits. The three-fourths pay would reflect only the time that the officer was on duty during the school year. Thoughts on the matter were slightly mixed as council member Rich Merillat noted that the addition of a full time officer would have not been necessary had the SRO position not needed filled. Council member Dave Chester, however, noted that the original agreement and budget proposed to voters has the village paying one-fourth of the officers salary and that asking Millcreek Township residents to pay an officer who was working over the summer within the village wouldnt work. With a total cost of $42,000, including all benefits and insurance, the council agreed with Merillats descent to only bill the school for threefourths of the officers pay. During the meeting Village Administrator Ric Beals also reported that the trees on E. Jackson Street are down and that Lingvai Excavating got the bid on the new water line project with a bid of $91,194.00, approximately $11,000 under estimate. Beals also reported that he pumped out a pool at an empty house on E. Jackson Street and put mosquito pellets in it, which will hopefully help with some of the mosquito issues neighbors have had as well as that the 330 gallon propane tank that the village has had up for bid has been sold for $275.00 and has been removed. Beals also reported that both of the villages water towers have been inspected. While the new one has no issues, there are some repairs to be made to the older one and that he will be getting quotes on the cost of repairs and the cost of dismantling the tower so that cost comparisons can be made. Other items reported by Beals included that a new sign is being made for the compost yard, that notifications about the rules of the compost yard will be included in residents water bills, that he has mailed sidewalk repair/replacement letters to the owners of 35 properties, that he is moving forward with adding a security camera at the compost yard, and that Jack Doheney and Companies are finishing the agreed upon repairs of the vactor truck. Chief of Police J.R. Jones reported that he has recently sworn in two new officers. Trayce Chester has been brought on as an auxiliary officer and will be attending the police academy at Northwest State Community College in the fall. Dustin Hartsock will be joining the West Unity Police Department as a part-time officer. Jones also reported that Officer Michael Polley, the current SRO, will be coming off of probation on August 19. Mayor Peggy Bernath commended Chief Jones and the department on their handling of the increased traffic throughout the village over the U.S. 127 garage sale event that was held the previous weekend. Mayor Bernath also noted that there was a great deal of recognition for the Village of West Unity and its residents on blogs and in other areas where garage sale goers wrote about their experiences during the garage sales. It was noted that West Unity had some of the nicest people along the route and was a spot that people should visit during future events. Council member Ron Hausch also mentioned during the meeting that the villages weather siren has been popping the breaker and that the problem is being looked into and that the village may want to readdress whether or not grant monies are available for the addition of a second siren. He also commented on a system of mass notification that he has heard about that would notify people of community events, inclement weather, or any number of other issues that the council might like to have communicated. Research will be done to see what systems are available. It was also reported that West Unitys Community Days will be held on October 26th. With a recommendation to have trick-or-treating coincide with the Community Days, council unanimously agreed to hold trick-or-treating on October 26th from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Chelsie Firestone can be reached at publisher@thevillagereporter.com
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COMMUNITY MEETING Following Augusts Board of Education meeting, Ed Ewers, Superintendent at Edon Northwest Local School, conducted a Community Meeting to gather comments related to new student drop-off and pick-up procedures at the District campus. Set to go into effect August 20, proposed plans call to completely relocate everything to the front of the building; it also includes parking lot modifications to facilitate the movement of traffic and students. Vehicles will enter as before, circle behind parked busses and proceed to redesigned angular parking spaces. From there, students make way to the elevated black-topped lot divider (currently grass) where they will be assisted through the designated crosswalk, safely reaching the other side. Additionally this year, staggered dismissal times will be implemented. Students walking, driving, being picked up will be released at 2:55 p.m.; all others will remain until 3:01 p.m. It is hoped these procedural changes will create a much safer and more orderly exit from the building and parking lot. Prior to the start of the evenings open forum, Joe Radabaugh, left, and Superintendent Ewers discussed the current proposal along with another potential morning-only drop-off option for parents. The communitys helpful suggestions and ideas will be taken into consideration as plans are finalized. Parents will be notified of the new procedures before the start of school; they will also be posted on the website at www.edon.k12.oh.us.
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By: Kay Raypholtz THE REPORTER The Montpelier Chamber of Commerce discussed the upcoming meeting that they are holding for community members. On Thursday, August 15, at 5:30 p.m., they will be at the meeting room of the Fire Station to hear suggestions on how to improve Bean Days. Several village residents had expressed an interest in finding ways to increase attendance and participation, and they will have that opportunity to voice their suggestions. This will also be a chance for people to get involved in planning the event and in joining committees. Steve Raymond of WEDCO shared that the organization has a new website at www. wedco.info . On the site, people can access information about the area communities, and do searches on properties and buildings for sale, find labor force figures, and demographics. The site facilitates searches for any sort of information that businesses and people who are looking to locate in the area would need. The website puts all of the information at your fingertips. The WEDCO site also shows video from their Manufacturers Expo, during which area students interviewed business representatives at the booths. Raymond also told the Chamber about the Manufacturers Day that is being held on October 4, 2013. They hope to have a tour bus day for area schools officials, guidance counselors, and teachers to go through area manufacturing facilities, according to the website. The link to this event for those wishing to participate is located on the websites front page. He added that this area will be in need of skilled laborers to fill manufacturing positions. Over the years, manufacturing jobs have changed from hands-on types of jobs to those that involve automation and robotics. Montpelier Schools Superintendent Jamie Grimes was on hand to report school news. He said they were in the process of cleaning the building in preparation for the coming school year. They have hired 11 new teachers for this year. He noted that the sidewalks from the southwest subdivision to the park have been completed, and that this will provide a much safer route for students on their way to and from school. The Chamber wrapped up this years Bean Days, and said that on their part, it went well. This year the parade had 112 entries and was the largest they have had. This was very time intensive for the chamber, so they are looking for an organization to take over some of the responsibilities. Chamber Board member Jeanette Hull added that its not just the Chamber that owns Bean Days. Its a community event. Chamber President Susie Osborn read a proclamation from Governor Kasich recognizing the 57th annual Bean Days celebration for their community pride and commitment. In other business, there were no bids for the repair work that needs to be done on the building. Repairs need to be made to a wall, the roof, and stairs. The Chamber is currently in search of contractors for the job. Community members are invited to attend the meeting on Thursday, August 15 at 5:30 p.m. at the Fire Department meeting room. Those who wish to speak will be given a five-minute time slot. This is a meeting for suggestions on how to improve the event and to get involved with the process.
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According to the National Weather Service Forecast Office in North Webster, Indiana, the month of July began and ended with a string of below normal temperatures, with the string at the end of the month being a record. There was a brief heat wave with high humidity in the middle of the month in which high temperatures reached the lower 90s, while low temperatures remained in the lower to middle 70s. The first four days of July experienced below normal average temperatures while six of the first seven days were at or below normal. The last nine days of July were below normal, with high temperatures below 80 degrees on the last eight days. This tied the July record for consecutive number of days with high temperatures below 80 degrees. The previous record was 8 ending on July 30 2004 and July 8 1924. There were a total of 17 days this month with average temperatures below normal. A record low high temperature was set on the 28th when the high only reached 69 degrees. This broke the previous record of 71 set in 1969 and 1925. The heat wave began around July 14 and ended around the 19th. There were four days of temperatures at or above 90 with the hottest temperature of 92 occurring on July 16 and 18. It was also a very muggy period as dew points were generally in the lower to middle 70s. This allowed heat indices to climb into the upper 90s and lower 100s. The average monthly temperature at Fort Wayne was 72.2 degrees, which was 1.4 degrees below normal. This ranked as the 27th coldest July on record. The one week of heat and humidity in the middle of the month helped raise the overall average temperature. Although it was indeed cold for a July, it was not a record. July 2009 was the coolest July on record with an average monthly temperature of 68.9 degrees. The cold July temperatures were by no means a strictly local event. Over the last week of the month, over 1,100 record cold temperatures were set, compared with around 100 record warm temps over the same time frame. Being outnumbered more than ten to one did not sway the global warming gaggle, as they indicated that this was evidence of warming. This so-called 'warming' included the issuance of frost advisories in Minnesota. My grandfather used to tell me that when you hear the first cicada, it
means that the first frost is six weeks away. He would have been scratching his head over this one. Some of the more outstanding records were set on July 29. These records are listed by location, the new record temperature, and the date of the previous record... Centerville, IA 48 (1889) Iowa City, IA 48 (1889) Paris, IL 48.9 (1892) Effingham, IL 48.9 (1892) Oolitic, IN 48.9 (1862) Paoli, IN 50 (1892) Leitchfield, KY 48 (1889) Fairbury, NE 48 (1862 as Nebraska Territory) David City, NE 48.9 (1862 as Nebraska Territory) Ravenna, NE 50 (1868) Hillsboro, OH 48.9 (1889) Washington Court House, OH 52 (1892) Notice the three entries for Nebraska. The two broken records from 1862 were five years prior to Nebraska being admitted as the 37th state. Anyone with a sense of history knows that there were plenty of other things going on in 1862 other than cold temperatures. During the American Civil War, Union General Ambrose Burnside was defeated at the Battle of Fredericksburg; Generals Ulysses S. Grant and William T. Sherman overcame a sorry start to rally the Union to victory at Pittsburg Landing (Shiloh); Generals McClellan and Lee battled to a near standstill at Antietam, and Admiral David Farragut and General Benjamin Butler captured New Orleans. A lot of history has taken place since those records were initially set...the Bessemer Converter revolutionizing the steel industry, the electrification of America by Westinghouse and Edison, and the assembly line innovation of Henry Ford to name a few. Precipitation for the month was 3.68 inches...0.56 inches below normal, making this the 63rd driest July on record. Measurable precipitation fell on eleven days, with seven days seeing a tenth of an inch or greater. There were two days with a half inch of rain or greater, and one day with an inch or more. The greatest 24-hour precipitation fell on July 10th when 1.25 inches was recorded at the KFWA observation station in Fort Wayne. July 10 brought more than just rainfall, as I will elaborate later. While July precipitation was below normal, the rainfall was well distributed over the month. The greatest number of days with no measurable precipitation was nine days between July 11 and July 19. The month began with at least a trace of rainfall on each day between July
1 and 10. July 10 saw severe thunderstorms developing across the area, some of which brought significant damage. Just after 1:30 on the afternoon of the tenth, a severe thunderstorm packing high winds downed trees and power lines in Bryan. The back end of the system was even more volatile. Unconfirmed reports of a funnel cloud just to the east of Edgerton were followed by the report of a derailment of a Norfolk Southern just west of Melbern. County Roads 7, 8 and 9 were shut down by the derailment, with County Road 7 being the first to clear. First responders in Melbern were assisted by locals with chainsaws who helped clear out several downed trees in the village. Inspections of the nearby corn fields on County Road D showed evidence of strong straight-line winds, but no sign of any rotation. It was more than likely those winds that knocked several cars off the track during the derailment. No injuries resulted as a result of the storm. Looking ahead to August, the Climate Prediction Center sees a normal precipitation outlook for the area. Temperature-wise, the Great Lakes States will continue to see below normal temperatures, with a swath covering our area and ending in the Eastern Dakotas as being in a 40 percentile rank of likelihood for colder than normal temperatures.
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County Fairgrounds. Noelle recalled it was cold and windy, and there was no sound system which meant she had to sing acappella. She sang just this past weekend at the Fayette Bullthistle Festival. She thought it was too loud or that her voice didnt come through quite right, but ask people who were there and theyd remember no such thing. The Stand and Be Heard Anthem Singing Competition, is open to students, aged 13 21 who are part of either 4-H, FFA, or NAMA. The initial contestant pool for this contest consisted of 185 videos. These videos were initially posted on the site, www.fmccrop.com and were voted on to whittle the field down to just the top twenty. From there, five judges: Nancy Barcus of NAMA, Tom Davis of SeisMic Sound where he is the Director of Music Production, Tess Hammock who is a currently serving National 4-H Council Youth Trustee, Patti LaJoye who has been the National FFA Chorus Director since 1999, and Katie Wesler who was a 2012 Anthem Singing Contest finalist, voted to send Noelle and three other contestants through to be the four finalists. This final four selection has guaranteed Noelle a $5,000 Scholarship and an all expenses paid trip to Nashville for her and her parents. While in Nashville, Noelle and her
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as Junior High Football Coach; Cathy Frastaci, Michele Free, Annette Peckham, Pam Rupp, Dawn Becker as Entry-Year Mentors and Brock England, Katie Germann, Jessica Horning, Kayle Kaman, Christa Perry as EntryYear Teachers. Approved a one-year classified contract with Becky Ater as Secretary for 2013-2014 at Step 6 on the salary schedule. Approved a one-year teacher contract for 2013-2014, with Samara Banks-Calvin as Elementary Intervention Specialist, pending verification of transcripts, at Step 4, Masters on the salary schedule. Approved Kim Hickman as Summer Band Camp Assistant (Percussion Instructor at ten dollars/hour). Approved Tiffany McBride to perform diagnostic checks on athletes on an as-needed basis at a rate of fifteen dollars per hour. Approved thirty-one individuals for Classified/Certified Employee Substitute Contracts (substitute pupil transportation/extracurricular events drivers, cooks, dishwashers, food service cashiers, custodians, secretaries, classroom aides and banquet workers) for 2013-2014. Also approved was Bobbi Brown as Banquet Supervisor. Approved the Elementary Staff Handbook as presented. Appointed Jill Jacoby as Delegate and Brad McCrea as Alternate to the annual Ohio School Boards Association Conference slated for November 10-13, 2013. Approved advancing one hundred dollars to the Flower Fund from the General Fund. Approved the transfer of six thousand dollars from the General Fund to the Uniform Supply Fund. Approved minutes from the regular meeting held July 9 as well as Julys Financial Reports. Responded to questions posed by Edon Chamber Vice President Dave Wehrle (clarification for insurance) regarding an accident at the Boys Basketball-sponsored Softball Tourney during Edon Days; one individual had reported a knee problem, but to Superintendent Ewers knowledge, medical treatment for the injury had not been sought at this time. Heard Treasurer Kerry Samples standard monthly SM2 Report stating revenues were down seventy-four hundred dollars and expenses down seventy-one hundred dollars for the same one-month period as last year. Additionally, he noted utility costs for 2013 were down eight thousand dollars thanks to cost-saving measures put into
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honoring John's father, Ric, for his own real estate successes. They will also knows a good deal of historical memorabilia. John explains that he is interested in the history of Montpelier as well as Montpelier's future. After having graduated from Montpelier High School, John and his family did leave Montpelier for a short time but have always remained fairly local and he, his wife Beth, and his son Jaret currently reside in Montpelier. Since returning to Montpelier John has worked on trying to help revitalize the downtown area and is always happy to see new businesses come in. He and his family also work closely with his brothers, Scott and Matt, in their businesses and rental properties. John looks forward to continuing on with the traditions that his business has always been known for and to working with anyone who is interested in buying or selling real estate. Anyone wishing to meet with him can find him in his office in downtown Montpelier. Chelsie Firestone can be reached at chelsie@thevillagereporter.com
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Devotional Thought / Fellowship of Christian Athletes
By: Rex Stump - Great Authority
...Then Jesus went to Capernaum, a town in Galilee, and taught there in the synagogue every Sabbath day. There, too, the people were amazed at his teaching, for he spoke with authority. Once when he was in the synagogue, a man possessed by a demonan evil spiritbegan shouting at Jesus, Go away! Why are you interfering with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you arethe Holy One of God! Jesus cut him short. Be quiet! Come out of the man, he ordered. At that, the demon threw the man to the floor as the crowd watched; then it came out of him without hurting him further. Amazed, the people exclaimed, What authority and power this mans words possess! Even evil spirits obey him, and they flee at his command! The news about Jesus spread through every village in the entire region. Luke 4:31-37 It seems that today we dont give respect and honor to those in authority, as we should. Where is the yes, sir and yes, maam that is due to our elders? When a coach gives a command, do our players obey? When our teachers give an assignment, do our students complete the task? When our employers give us instructions, do we focus or grumble? How many times do we witness athletes and coaches yelling, complaining, and disrespecting umpires and referees? Its too common today to see parents yelling disrespectful and venomous comments to those officiating sporting games. We may not agree with their calls, but they are in a position of authority. When we read the Bible do we view Gods Word as enlightening or as commands to be obeyed? Do we really know who Jesus is? Do you really understand his power and authority? In Luke 4, Jesus comes to town and goes to the synagogue to teach. First of all, notice that he attends regularly. To be a part of a church family is crucial to our spiritual growth. To think we are good enough to skip church, and yet Jesus went every Sabbath, makes me believe we are missing something here. Second of all, can you imagine showing up at church and Jesus walks in to preach? That would be awesome! More importantly, notice in this passage that Jesus teaches, and he teaches with authority! The people are amazed at how he taught. One Sabbath as Jesus is teaching, a man possessed by a demon begins to shout back at Jesus! That is creepy! But what is even more disturbing is that this man was in the synagogue! He may have been a regular attendee. Just because you are at church doesnt make you holy! Check out what this demon possessed man says. I know who you arethe Holy One of God! The demons know that Jesus is the Holy One of God! The demons know the power of Gods Son, Jesus Christ! The demons fear Jesus and know that He interferes with their evil intentions! The demons know about His incredible Holy and destructive power! The demons know the authority of Jesus and tremble! Do we? Jesus is more than a nice picture on a wall and He is more than just your friend. Jesus is the Holy, Mighty, and Powerful Son of God! His authority is to be respected and revered! Just as we need to learn to respect our authority figures on earth parents, coaches, officials, employerswe should give even more honor and respect to our Savior Jesus Christ! Our actions, our worship, and our life is a direct reflection of our daily respect and honor to great authority of Jesus Christ. For more reading, check out James 2:19; Romans 14:11, and Philippians 2:9-11
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West Franklin United Methodist Corner of Fulton Co. Rd L & 27-1 West Unity, Ohio *9:14 a.m. Sunday Worship & Jr. Church *10:30 a.m. Sunday School Edon Church of Christ 101 Franklin, Edon *9:00 a.m. Sunday School *10:00 a.m. Worship Columbia Church of Christ 14832 Co. Rd. 1-50, Edon *9:30 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship *7:00 p.m. Adults & Youth Service First Lutheran Church 701 S. Defiance St., Stryker *8:45 a.m. Sunday Worship *10:00 a.m. Sunday School *5:00 p.m. Saturday Evening Worship Olive Branch Christian St. Rt. 127 & Co. Rd. P, Fayette *9:30 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship *6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening *6:00 p.m. Bible Study Alvordton United Brethren 311 East Main St., Alvordton 9:30 am Sunday Worship 6:00 p.m. Sunday Worship 7:00 p.m. Every 3rd Thursday Community Sing Montpelier Church of Christ 104 W. Jefferson St., Montpelier *Adult Sunday School: 9 a.m. *Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. *Wednesday Workouts: 6:30-7:30 p.m. *Classes for all ages. Living Hope Free Methodist 1051 W. Jackson St., West Unity *9:30 a.m. Sunday 10:15-10:45 Fellowship 10:45-12:00 Worship Service Youth Groups through the school year are: *6:30 p.m. Wednesday 1-12 year olds 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Jr. High 8:00 p.m. Sr. High Bethlehem Christian Union Co. Rd. M-50 &Co. Rd. 4, Edon *9:30 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship *7:00 p.m. Sunday Worship Service *Tuesday Food Pantry *7:00 p.m. Wed. Bible Study & Prayer, Adventure Club for children & youth Mt. Union Christian Union St. Rt. 49, Cooney, Ohio *9:30 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship *6:00 p.m. Sunday Service *7:00 p.m. Wednesday Adult & Children Northwest Christian Edon NW School, Edon *9:00 a.m. Sunday Service (Jr. Church &Wee Church) St. Pauls United Methodist 402 Broad St, Montpelier, *9:00 a.m. Sunday Prayer Walk *9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Pine Grove Mennonite 04524 Co. Rd. 20-50, Stryker *9:30 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship
Pioneer Church of the Nazarene Corner of SR 15 & CR S Pioneer, Ohio *10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship *11:00 a.m. Sunday School *7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting St. Peters Lutheran Church Rev. Roger Marlow, Pastor 201 N Church Edon, OH 43518 Tel: 419-272-2113 *9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship *10:15 a.m. Sunday School *6:30 p.m. Wednesday Catechism Class Solid Rock Community 102 Egly Drive, West Unity *9:15 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Worship *7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Adult, Children & Youth Studies Edon United Methodist 103 Pleasant St., Edon *9:00 a.m. Sunday School *10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship St. Joseph Catholic 625 Washington St., Blakeslee *4:00 p.m. Saturday Mass *8:30 a.m. Monday Mass *7:00 p.m. Wednesday Youth CCD Class River of Life Worship Center 14226 U.S. 20A, Montpelier *9:30 Sunday Worship *7:00 p.m. Wed. Worship www.rolworship.org Zion Lutheran Church 405 Hickory Street, Montpelier *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship *9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Bible Study
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WANTED TO BUY - Junk cars & trucks, dead or alive, top FOR SALE - Caboose for Sale - Late 1940s C & O. Root, dollar $ paid. 419-708-1615, 419-335-1358. wooden siding, needs repairs. Williams County Historical Society. Sealed bids starting at $2,500 due August 30, 2013. 419-485-8200. FOR SALE - Need a better solution to your high cost cell phone bill but dont want to lose service or change your number? We can help find you provider to fit your needs at a reasonable rate. Plans start as low as $12 per month. Think of the cash you can save!! Call Randy at Randy Stone Wireless 419-279-8133. FOR SALE - 2007 Cirrus. Must see to appreciate! 24 CRB (27 tip to tip) Immaculately clean and maintained. Queen bed w/storage under, tub & shower, microwave, stove, furnace, refrigerator, stereo, air conditioning, slide out in sitting area, nice awning. Asking $8,000.00 or will consider serious reasonable offers. Phone 419-636-8841. FOR SALE - Mobile Car Wrap Campaigns For A Water Beverages Drinks (Link Art Inc). Interested Car Owners Should Apply & Earn $500/WK.Text:3478420637/ linksartltd@yahoo.com FOR SALE 1997 Chevy Astro Van. Used as newspaper delivery vehicle. Very reliable, serviced regularly. Blue Book: ($1,923 - $2,748) $1,699 OBO. Call (419) 6304305. FOR SALE - Do you love history? Do you love FAYETTE? 1916 Fayette Tattler, good condition. $20. Call 419-6304305.
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2 Story 4500 SqFt Commercial Building with many updates. Large open areas on the main floor, clear span on the second floor w/ newer windows, freight elevator and high visibility in downtown Pioneer. Taxes: $641.09/ yr. Terms on Real Estate: 10% Down Day of Sale, Balance at Closing. Household, Antiques, & Collectables: Tools; 19th & 20th Century Figurines; Early Red Avon, Lots of Milk Glass; Pottery; Early American Pressed Glass; Lots of Depression Glass; (20+) Pcs Marigold Carnival Glass; German China Circa 1910; Farmhouse Jugs, Jars & Wife Savers; Red Riding Hood & Other Cookie Jars; Drugstore Tins, Spice Tins, All Old; Nippon; (8) Pocket Watches; Vintage Jewelry; Pictures, Shelves; Trunks, Baskets; Vintage 20s Bed & Dresser; Childrens Clothing, nice, Early Linens; (3) Early Tin Trucks & Other Toys; Pedal Tractor; Over 200 Books on Antiques; (9) Volumes Kovels Newsletters; (600) Old Books: How To Medical Novels, Childrens, Shorthand, and Travel; Many Early 1900s Magazines; Furniture: Several Oak Chairs; Dining Table & 4 Chairs; Jennie Lynn Spool Bed; (2) Trunks; Foot Stools; Rockers; (3) Benches; (2) Hi Chairs (Early); Cast Iron Bed; 2 Quilt Racks; (6) Show Cases; (2) Nice Store Cabinets (From Wms Cty); Store Fixtures: Book Shelves; Gondola Shelving; Terms on Personal Property: Cash, Check w/ Bank Letter, Visa or M/C. 10% Buyers Premium to be Added. Sellers: Charlene Williams
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Edon Northwest Local School District Announces 2013-2014 Free & Reduced-price Meals Program Policy
Edon Northwest Local School District today announced its 2013-2014 program year policy for free and reduced-price meals for students unable to pay the full price of meals or milk served under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast, After School Care Snack or Special Milk Program. Each school office and the central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party. The Federal Income Eligibility Guidelines will be used for determining eligibility. Children from families whose annual income is at or below the Federal Guidelines are eligible for free and reduced price meals or free milk if the school participates in the Special Milk Program. Application forms are being distributed to all homes in a letter to parents or guardians. To apply for free and reduced-price benefits, households should fill out the application and return it to the school. Additional copies are available at the principals office in each school. A complete application is required. Households which currently receive Special Nutrition Assistance Program Benefits (SNAP, formally known as food stamps) or Ohio Works First (OWF) funds for a child must provide the childs name, the SNAP or OWF case number and signature of an adult household member on the application. Households which do not receive SNAP or OWF funds must provide the names of all household members, the last four digits of the Social Security Number of the adult signing the application or state none if the adult does not have a Social Security Number, the amount and source of income received by each household member, (state the monthly income) and the signature of an adult household member. If any of this information is missing, the school cannot process the application. Families with children eligible for school meals may be eligible for FREE health care coverage through Medicaid and/or Ohios Healthy Start & Healthy Families programs. These programs include coverage for doctor visits, immunizations, physicals, prescriptions, dental, vision, mental health, substance abuse and more. Please call 1-800324-8680 for more information or to request an application. Information can also be found on the web at www.jfs.ohio.gov/ohp/consumers/familychild.stm. Anyone who has an Ohio Medicaid card is already receiving these services. The information provided on the application is confidential and will be used only for the purpose of determining eligibility and may be verified at any time during the school year by school or other program official. To discourage the possibility of misrepresentation, the application forms contain a statement above the space for signature certifying that all information furnished is true and correct. Applications are being made in connection with the receipt of federal funds. Schools or other officials may check the information on the application at any time during the school year. Deliberate misrepresentation of information may subject the applicant to prosecution under applicable state and federal laws. Households will be notified of the approval or denial of benefits. Foster children are categorically eligible for free meal benefits regardless of the households income. If a family has foster children living with them and wishes to apply for such meals or milk for them, contact the school for more information. Under the provision of the policy, Mrs. Bobbi Brown, Cafeteria Manager will review applications and determine eligibility. If a parent or guardian disagrees with the decision on the application or the result of verification, the decision may be discussed with the determining official on an informal basis. If a formal appeal is desired, the household has the right to a fair hearing. A fair hearing can be requested either orally or in writing from: Edward R. Ewers, Superintendent (419) 272-3213. The policy contains an outline of the hearing procedure. Households may apply for benefits any time during the school year. If a household is not currently eligible and if the household size increases or income decreases because of unemployment or other reasons, the family should contact the school to file a new application. Such changes may make the children of the family eligible for free or reduced-price benefits if the family income falls at or below the levels shown above. Non-discrimination Statement (Explains what to do if you believe you have been treated unfairly.) In accordance with Federal Law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (Voice). Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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7:30 am Track & Cross Country 5K walk & Run 8:00 - 1:00 am Breakfast by the Boy Scouts First Lutheran Church Golf Team Chipping Challenge 11:00 am PARADE - down town NOON Arm Wrestling Super Match at Joes 1:00 pm 3 on 3 Basketball - Varsity Boys BB at Springfield Park (Registration at 12:30) 1:00 - 4:00 pm Cruise In - DJ will be there 1:00 - 4:00 pm Arm Wrestling at Joes (Pre-Registration at 10:30 - 12:30) 1:00 pm Car Wash - Varsity Girls BB at Former Stryker LP 1:00 pm Bingo - Rotary 4:00 pm Pizza Eating Contest at Clubhouse Pizza (Pre-Registration at 3:00) 4:00 pm Corn Hole Tournament 9:00 pm Firespitters - Northwest Ohio Fire Troupe BANDS: Doug Fealy, Al Savage, Sour Slam FOOD VENDORS: Hamburgers, Sausage, Pop by Fireman, Curly Fries at Legion, Hawaiian Ice, & Pop & Candy, Popcorn, CLOWNS PS Pretzel/Cheese/Walking Taco by Jr. Class, BLOW U Hot Dogs, Ice Cream, Root Beer Floats - The Loft Coney Dogs, Hot Dogs, Baked Beans and chips at the Senior Center
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