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Commission sets canal brush cut
The Delphos Canal Commission will conduct brush-cutting on the Canal Tow Path on Monday and Tuesday. Volunteers are to meet at 9 a.m. at Cleveland Street and the Canal and work south from the railroad. Limbs will be stacked until a chipper can be obtained. All individuals and groups are encouraged to participate.

Elida Mayor Klopfenstein dies

mayor for 14 years and two years on village council. Klopfenstein was born April 11, 1938, in Anna and graduated from Anna High School. On Aug. 25, 1956, he married the former Loretta Bell. He is survived by three children, 11 grandchildren and nine greatgrandchildren. One child and a grandson preceded him in death. During his life, Klopfenstein also served for years as the chairman of the Elida Community Fire Co., which was dissolved in 2007 when fire protection shifted to the American Township Fire Department. Professionally, he served 40 years as a construction foreman as well as 30 years as a volunteer fireman, including 30 years as an advanced emergency medical technician. He also served 28 years as a state arson investigator. Village Fiscal Officer Janet Bonifas said Klopfenstein simply worked to make Elida a better place to live. Ron led the village of Elida through many changes and improvements. His experience as a construction superintendent and knowledge of infrastructure systems were instrumental to the updating of the village water, wastewater and storm systems, Bonifas said. Ron was a hardworking, dedicated person who believed a safe, financially-sound village would make Elida a better community for all residents. A celebration of his life will begin at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Paul United Methodist Church, Elida. See full obituary on page 2.

Cloverdale Recovery Fund gets $10,000 boost

BY ANNE COBURNGRIFFIS Sentinel Editor news@delphosherald.com CLOVERDALE The Cloverdale Recovery Fund received a big boost from KMI Manufacturing, Inc., in Kalida. The major Putnam County employer presented Cloverdale with a check for $10,000 to aid the village in tornado recovery efforts. On behalf of the Kalida industrial supplier of welding and sub-assembly of automotive structural components, KMIs Senior Vice President and Plant Manager Rick Esch presented Cloverdale Mayor Judd Spencer with the check last week. As a company, our associates are making a contribution. We work hard to support the individuals that support us, Esch said. Thats why we are doing this. The important thing is that we are able to get this money into the hands of the individuals who were impacted and who

Food for Fines ends Saturday

The Delphos Public Library continues its Food for Fines program through Saturday. During this time, if overdue items are returned with a nonperishable food item, the fine will be dropped and the patron will be helping the less fortunate during the holiday season.

Klopfenstein BY NANCY SPENCER Herald Editor nspencer@delphosherald.com ELIDA After serving his community for more than 14 years, Elida Mayor Ron Klopfenstein passed away Monday afternoon. Klopfensteins constituents describe him as a dedicated public servant and an active and committed leader who volunteered his time and energy to the Village of Elida and community organizations. He served as

need it. I appreciate what the Putnam County Task Force and the mayor are doing in order to facilitate that. Every days a new challenge, said Spencer. I just help give direction. Having that good rapport with all the neighbors and residents really helps. Everybody helps each other. Its almost like we sit at the same supper table at night. Since the Nov. 17 tornado, some evening meals, as well as breakfast and lunch, have been community sitdown dinners in the parish hall of St. Barbaras Catholic Church, the only building the tornado left standing on church grounds. The 10 inches of snow actually made things look good; we didnt see any debris for a few days, laughed Spencer. We said, everybody take pictures! But right now we have about 80 percent of the debris contained. Were still moving forward. Its more See BOOST, page 10

Sports
TODAY Girls Basketball Vicki Mauk Holiday Invitational at Elida, 6/7:30 p.m. FRIDAY Girls Basketball Jefferson and Lincolnview at Parkway Holiday Tournament, 3 p.m. Vicki Mauk Holiday Invitational at Elida, 6/7:30 p.m. Boys Basketball Fort Jennings at Lincolnview, 6 p.m. Van Wert at LCC, 6 p.m. Miller City at Crestview, 6 p.m. Jefferson at Parkway Holiday Tournament, 6:30 p.m. Ada at Kalida, 6:30 p.m. St. Johns vs. Fremont St. Joe (New Philadelphia Catholic Holiday Tournament), TBA Wrestling St. Johns at Marion Harding Classic, 8 a.m. Elida at Reineke Holiday Classic (Tiffin Columbian), noon

Former Van Dyne Crotty building coming down

Cintas Corp. is moving forward with the demolition of the former Van Dyne Crotty building at the corner of Fifth and Main streets. In 2006, Cintas Corporation of Cincinnati purchased Van Dyne Crotty, which maintained a local facility. Not long after the acquisition, the Delphos location was closed. The property will remain in the possession of Cintas. (Delphos Herald/Jim Metcalfe)

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Mostly cloudy this morning then mostly sunny this afternoon. Partly cloudy tonight. Highs in the upper 20s and lows 15 to 20. See page 2.

Thousands left without power for Christmas

The Associated Press LITCHFIELD, Maine Utility crews from Maine to Michigan and into Canada worked Wednesday to restore power to more than half a million homes left in the dark by last weekends ice storm, and people slowly trickled out of shelters to spend Christmas Day at their finally warm homes. But not everyone was so lucky, including Ashley Walter, who was forced to spend Christmas at a shelter in a school in Litchfield with her husband, Jacob Walter, and their month-old daughter, Leah. The family lost power Saturday, got it back temporarily then lost it again Sunday and has been without since. Ashley Walter and Leah stay warm at the shelter while Jacob Walter makes frequent trips home to check on their cats and water pipes. Its definitely kind of strange, but were hanging in there, she said Wednesday of the challenge of being forced out of their home at Christmas. We did our Christmas together last night. I packed little stockings and gave them to my husband, sisters and my daughter. See POWER, page 10

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Santa Claus and his helper, Brice Hoehn, prepare to leave for their rounds during Tuesday evenings Santa Visitation sponsored by the Delphos Optimist Club. (Delphos Herald/Jim Metcalfe)

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At 12:06 a.m. Sunday, a Delphos police officer observed the driver of a vehicle commit a traffic offense. The officer initiated a traffic stop and made contact with the driver, 25-year-old Nathan Jones of Delphos. During the investigation, officers found probable cause to arrest Jones for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. Jones was issued a citation for the OVI and will appear in Lima Municipal Court on the charge. At 9:38 p.m. Monday, a Delphos police officer initiated a traffic stop Jones on a vehicle after witnessing a traffic offense. The officer then made contact with the driver, 23-year-old Jason Lavigne of New Hampshire. During the traffic stop, officers found Lavigne to be in possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Lavigne was issued a citation and will appear in Lima Municipal Court for the charge of possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. At 7:36 p.m. Tuesday, officers were dispatched to an establishment in the 700 block of West Clime Street for an intoxicated male that was passed out. Upon arrival, officers located the male identified as 52-year-old Johnny Ray Foust of Delphos. Foust was transported to the Delphos Police

Department where he was given an opportunity to find a ride or housing for the night. Foust could not contact anyone and could not cooperate with officers due to him being highly intoxicated. Foust was then transported to the Allen County Jail where he was charged with disorderly conduct by intoxication. He will appear in Lima Municipal Court on the charge. At 10 a.m. Wednesday, officers were dispatched to the 1200 block of South Bredeick Street for a report of a burglary. Upon officers arrival, Foust they spoke with the victim who stated that an unknown subject entered his residence. The victim confronted the suspect, at which time the suspect fled the Ronald L. residence. No items were believed to have been taken but the incident is still under investigation by the detective bureau. Klopfenstein At 11:36 a.m. Wednesday, the Delphos Police Department April 11, 1938responded to the 800 block of West Skinner Street for a Dec. 23, 2013 report of a burglary. Upon arrival, officers met with the victim. He told officers that he returned home after being gone Ronald L. Klopfenstein, for a couple of days and found that items were taken from his 75, mayor of the Village of residence. Officers were able to determine how the suspect entered the residence and the incident is being investigated Elida, passed away Monday afternoon at the St. Ritas by the detective bureau. Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. His Family Ronald was born April 11, 1938, in Anna Ladies auxiliary of Ottoville Veterans and Silent Sisters were revealed. The next to Ernest and Mae (Wrigley) One Year Ago Since returning home on leave from of Foreign Wars, Jacob P. Smith Post meeting will be Jan. 21 at the home of Klopfenstein, who preceded him in death. On Aug. 25, the Army, Mark McElroy Jr. has mar- 3740, held its annual Christmas party Nedra McWhinney. 1956, he married Loretta ried his girlfriend, vacationed with in the post clubrooms. Forty-year pins (Bell) Klopfenstein, who sur75 Years Ago 1938 his family and is looking forward to were presented to Madonna Reinemeyer, Delphos Recreation Center teams won vives in Elida. sharing Christmas with all of them. In Rita Ricker and Martha Ruen. Barb Ron is also survived by December 2011, McElroy was deployed Wannemacher said the auxiliary is again and lost Friday night in games played to Afghanistan. In February, he was presenting fruit plates to members in at Van Wert. The Delphos Recreation his children, Kim (Jim) Juniors were defeated 31 to 15 by the Kline of Lakeview, Kurt severely injured and airlifted to a medical nursing homes at Christmas. Van Wert YMCA team. The Delphos (Pam) Klopfenstein of facility. McElroy was later transferred to Recreation team defeated Daakes Caf Huber Heights and Kent 50 Years Ago 1963 Fort Richardson, Alaska, in September, Members of the Pilgrim Boosters by a 26 to 14 score. The Delphos team Klopfenstein of Ada; 12 where he will complete the remaining 15 Class of the Pilgrim Holiness Sunday was made up of Swartz, O. Erickson, Gil grandchildren, Jace Metzner, months of his enlistment. Zach Metzner, Meghan School met Monday evening at the Peltier, J. Peltier and Osting. Between 450 and 500 children of Coil, Trevor Kline, Ronnie home of Paul McKee on Carolyn Drive 25 Years Ago 1988 United Methodist Women held their and from there went to the Del-Ward Eagles and needy children of Delphos Milam, Jeremy Klopfenstein, Klopfenstein, annual silver tea recently. The Rev. John Nursing Center, Clay and Second streets, were in attendance at the annual Christmas Matthew Klopfenstein, Hoover installed the 1989 officers. The where they sang Christmas carols for the party given Friday night by Delphos DaOshia officers include Mildred Rozelle, presi- patients. Each patient was presented a Aerie of Eagles. The Delphos Eagles DaLaquan Klopfenstein, Ross, Evanne dent; Evelyn Hoover, honorary vice pres- Christmas card and a handkerchief from band, under the direction of William G. Elicia Point, played a number of selections. Klopfenstein and Trey ident; Edna Jane Sadler, vice president; the class. The Phi Delta Sorority has completed Supt. E. W. Bell of the Delphos public Klopfenstein; nine greatMargaret Ditto, secretary; and Jo Linder, its plans for the annual Charity Ball school, gave a short address and the grandchildren; two brothers, treasurer. Five St. Johns High School gradu- to be held Dec. 28 at the K of C hall, Rev. Clarence Swearingen, pastor of the Harold (Bev) Klopfenstein of ates recently completed their collegiate Elida Avenue, according to Mrs. Thomas Methodist Church, gave the story of the Jackson Center and Russell (Linda) Klopfenstein of cross country seasons. The five, Steve Eilerman, general chairman. Bonnie birth of Christ. Basketball as it should be played Beavercreek; and a son-like Hellman, Matt Scarr, Kevin Hellman, Nesbitt, Mrs. Robert Fischer and Mrs. Brian Warnecke and Mike Schlereth, Thomas Lange were part of the decora- that was the reward given fans who went friend, Joe Wells. He was also preceded in competed against one another in the tions committee who prepared candles to St. Johns auditorium Friday to witall-Ohio Collegiate Cross Country and angels to be used throughout the hall ness the contests between the Decatur death by his daughter, Karen Catholic High forces and the St. Johns Milam; and a grandson, Championships in Delaware. Steve during the dance. Members of the Nifty Sixties Club cagers. The Blue and Gold made a double Jonathon Klopfenstein. Hellman is a senior at Bluffton College. His Legacy Ron graduScarr was a member of the Miami held their annual Christmas party recent- win of it, the Best Evers defeating the University team. Kevin Hellman and ly with dinner served at a restaurant in Decatur reserves in the preliminary 35 to ated from Anna High School Schlereth ran for the Findlay Oilers. Lima. Later, the members attended a 13; and the St. Johns Varsity winning the in Shelby County; went to Ohio Northern studying movie. Christmas gifts were exchanged main event 31 to 22. Warnecke ran for Defiance College. engineering; was an operator of heavy equipment at K&P Construction and then Degan Excavation, where he retired; was superintenWEATHER FORECAST Associated Press CLEVELAND (AP) dent for a local construction Tri-county These Ohio lotteries were Associated Press Today is Thursday, Dec. 26, the 360th day of 2013. There company; mayor of the vildrawn Wednesday: are five days left in the year. The seven-day African-American lage of Elida; president of Classic Lotto Division II of Bulldog Club TODAY: Mostly cloudy holiday Kwanzaa begins today. This is Boxing Day. 01-19-21-22-32-35, of America; president of in the morning then becomTodays Highlight in History: Kicker: 4-9-5-3-9-3 On Dec. 26, 1776, the British suffered a major defeat in the the Buckeye Bulldog Club; Estimated jackpot: $55.6 ing mostly sunny. Highs in the and show chairman for local upper 20s. West winds 10 to Battle of Trenton during the Revolutionary War. million and national shows BCA. 20 mph. On this date: Mega Millions TONIGHT: Partly cloudy In 1799, former President George Washington was eulogized He joined Elida Community Estimated jackpot: $35 through midnight then becom- by Col. Henry Lee as first in war, first in peace and first in the Fire Company, Inc., as a volmillion unteer firefighter, became ing mostly clear. Lows 15 to hearts of his countrymen. Pick 3 Evening 20. Southwest winds 5 to 15 In 1862, 38 Santee Sioux Indians were hanged in Mankato, an EMT with the fire com0-2-2 mph. 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Van Wert Community Club makes Christmas at the Marsh a little more special
Information submitted VAN WERT The Van Wert Community Club stepped up and donated stockings filled with gifts for all 50 of the youth in group home and foster care at the Marsh Foundation. The generous donation is making the holiday a little more special for many. The stockings included things like slippers, toys, candy and movie passes for the children. Club members Leilonnee Taylor and Deb Pearson were on hand to deliver the items to the Marsh last week. The Marsh does so much for the community and we see the kids out in the community giving back, so we wanted to be able to do something for them, said Taylor, the organizations current president. Dawn Berryman, marketing and public relations specialist, noted that the gifts were kept until Christmas morning for the youth. These stockings and gifts will put a lot of smiles on the kids faces on Christmas morning, were sure of it, she said. We really appreciate everything that the club does made up of volunteers who donate their time to support activities, fellowship, and good will in Van Wert and the surrounding area. Their mission is to benefit the citizens of Van Wert and those from surrounding areas by sponsoring various public work projects, organizing public events, making charitable donations and other activities that benefit the public. Further information about the Van Wert Community Club can be found at www.vwcclub. org. Serving children and families since 1922, the Marsh Foundation is a not-for-profit childrens services agency that provides behavioral treatment in a variety of settings. Services include group homes, treatment and family foster care, an intensive treatment program and independent living. Located in Van Wert, the organizations group homes are licensed for up to 30 children ages 717, offers an oncampus school for grades 212 and provides a variety of clinical services to group-home residents, foster children and community members.

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Hunters donate 58,500 pounds of venison to food banks

Information submitted COLUMBUS Ohio hunters donated 1,170 whitetailed deer to local food banks to benefit Ohioans in need during the 2013 hunting season, according to Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. To date, food banks have received approximately 58,500 pounds of venison and 234,000 meals for needy Ohioans. One processed deer amounts to approximately 50 pounds of venison and 200 meals. Venison donations will be accepted through the end of the deer-archery season, Feb. 2, 2014. Go to fhfh.org to find a local Ohio deer donation program. Ohio ranks fifth nationally in hunter-donated venison, according to the National Shooting Sports Foundation. Nationally, hunters provided more than 11 million meals to people in need. Wild venison is among the most nutritious meats available. The meat is lean with little fat content and it is high in protein and iron. Wild venison has no additives or hormones and is low in calories, fat and cholesterol when properly prepared. The ODNR Division of Wildlife collaborates with FHFH to assist with the processing costs associated with donating venison to a food bank. The program allows for subsidy grants to be provided in allotments that are matched with funds generated or collected by local Ohio FHFH chapters. Venison donated to participating food banks must be processed by a federal-, state- or locally-inspected and insured meat processor. Hunters wishing to donate their deer are not required to pay for the processing of the venison as long as the program has available funds. Ohio has 77 participating meat processors and 33 FHFH local chapters. Anyone interested in becoming a local program coordinator or a participating meat processor can go to fhfh.org and click on the Local FHFH tab. The website includes a list of coordinators, participating butchers and the counties they serve. Hunters can also donate venison through Safari Club Internationals Sportsmen Against Hunger program. Learn more at safariclubfoundation.org. Whitetails Unlimited chapters also use local funds for programs such as venison donation. Go to whitetailsunlimited.com to find a local chapter and make a donation. ODNR ensures a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all. Visit the ODNR website at ohiodnr.gov.

Leilonnee Taylor and Deb Pearson with the Van Wert Community Club were at The Marsh Foundation last week to drop off stocking donations for the 50 children in care. (Submitted photo) for the community and especially this very kind donation, Berryman said. The Van Wert Community Club is very active. It is a non-profit service organization

Ohio AG: Lotterys gambling machine plan not legal

COLUMBUS (AP) The Ohio Lotterys plan to replace illegal video raffle machines with new gambling devices at veterans posts and fraternal lodges is unconstitutional because the amount of net proceeds it would yield for education would be too small, the state attorney general said. Lottery proceeds must go to education under Ohio law and a voter-approved amendment to the state constitution, though they dont specify an amount, The Columbus Dispatch reported. Under the proposal to offer 1,200 next-generation electronic games at posts around the state, the proceeds benefiting schools would be minuscule, said DeWine, who earlier deemed the existing raffle machines illegal. An analysis by his office estimated the plan for the new gambling machines would provide $1,375 toward education for each $100,000 bet, compared with about $30,000 that goes to education for each $100,000 bet in existing lottery games. That clearly, in my opinion, is not constitutional, DeWine said. That would break faith with the voters of the state of Ohio. Rob Nichols, a spokesman for Gov. John Kasich, said the plan shared with DeWines office was an initial concept that has changed significantly, and a revised plan slated to be discussed with the attorney general next month is expected to address DeWines concerns. Under our plan, veterans and fraternals will get more money for charity and there will be more money for education, Nichols said. Education is currently shut out of the illegal raffle system.

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Man treats 50 homeless to gourmet dinner

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AKRON (AP) An Ohio developer has treated 50 homeless men and women to a four-course fine-dining experience. Joel Testa decided that instead of presents for his 42nd birthday, he wanted his friends and family to help him feed and clothe Akrons homeless population. Then he decided to treat 50 homeless people to a gourmet dinner in the four-star Akron restaurant he co-owns. The Akron Beacon Pictured are the wrapped presents waiting to be delivered to the party by the committee. (Submitted photo)

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Farmer meetings, learning opportunities fill winter

BY JAMES J. HOORMAN Ag Educator OSU-Extension Putnam County As we enter the winter season, there are a number of farmer meetings and banquets to be offered. The Putnam County Beef Banquet will be held on Jan. 22 at the Kalida Knights of Columbus hall. The program starts at 6 p.m. and the cost is $10. Entertainment will be provided by Al Felkeys Mixed Up band. The Pork Banquet will be held on Feb. 17 with more details to come. The Putnam County Agronomy Night is Jan. 23 at the Kalida Knights of Columbus hall. The program includes two Ohio State University graduate students talking about soybeans. Grace Bluck will discuss the effects of soybean planting date and starter fertilizer on soybean quality and yields using no-till. Matt Hankinson will discuss agronomic practices that maximize soybean yields. Albert Maag, Putnam County Soil and Water, will give a 10-minute summary of the Putnam strip till plots conducted in 2013. After a light meal, Dr. Andy Michael will share information on current corn and soybean insect concerns, while Dr. Steve Prochaska will discuss three keys to highyielding corn: hybrids, population and pest control. The program is free; however, a $15 fee will be charged for farmers wanting pesticide applicator credits for one and a half hours of category 1. The 44th annual Ohio Power Show is held at the Ohio Expo Center at the State Fairgrounds in Columbus from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Jan. 24-26, 2014. Discount ticket prices are $2 from at the Putnam County Extension office. This show includes agricultural equipment, construction equipment, outdoor power equipment, educational seminars, kiddie tractor pull, cooking demonstrations and much more. Farmers are now receiving a notice that informs them that their current pesticide applicator license will expire at the end of March 2014 and that they must complete their continuing education hours to renew before this date. The cost of renewal has increased since the last time and it will now cost $65. Thirty dollars is sent to the Ohio Department of Agriculture for the license itself and $35 to OSU Extension at the time of training for the continuing education requirement. Farmers must have a private applicator license to apply restricted use pesticides on their farm or for an employers crops. A commercial license is required for individuals who apply products on fields other than their own or as a business. The Environmental Protection Agency determines whether a product is designated restricted use or general use. Restricted-use products may be organic or traditional pesticides. To obtain a private applicator license, a farmer must pass a series of exams that test their competency in pesticide safety and application knowledge. They also must be certified in one or more of seven categories, such as grain and cereal, forage and livestock, fruit and vegetables and fumigation. A license must be renewed every three years by completing three hours of continuing education. Re-certification training emphasizes effective management strategies that enhance crop productivity, encour-

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By John Crabtree Center for Rural Affairs The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has opened the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) for new enrollments in 2014. Through Jan. 17, 2014, farmers, ranchers and foresters interested in participating in the program can submit applications to NRCS. The CSP rewards farmers, ranchers, and foresters for maintaining existing conservation practices and adopting additional practices on cropland, grassland, non-industrial private forestland and tribal lands. The program helps producers foster clean water, better soil management, improved habitat, energy efficiency and provide other natural resource benefits. The CSP is a continuous sign-up program that has periodic cut-off dates for ranking applications. Jan. 17 is the deadline for the coming year. Applications can be filed at your local NRCS office. The Center for Rural Affairs also encourages potential applicants to call the Centers Farm Bill Helpline to learn more about the application process and help uncover and overcome barriers encountered during the sign-up by calling 402-6872100 or emailing Traci Bruckner at tracib@ cfra.org. By 2013, CSP reached over 60 million acres enrolled nationally. CSP is one of the most popular and effective conservation programs and many will apply, which is why the Center for Rural Affairs has fought so hard to protect threats to this funding in the current farm bill and appropriations debates in Congress. Producers interested in applying should contact the Center for Rural Affairs helpline and their local NRCS office as soon as possible to meet the deadline. Established in 1973, the Center for Rural Affairs is a private, non-profit organization working to strengthen small businesses, family farms and ranches, plus rural communities through action-oriented programs addressing social, economic and environmental issues.

age responsible use of products and promote safe practices for applicators, public and environment. OSU Extension offices will offer re-certification programs early next year to fulfill the three hours of continuing-education requirement for license renewal. These Pesticide Applicator Training (PAT) programs will be offered on the following dates: 9 a.m.-noon Jan. 30, 2014, Hancock County Agricultural Services Building, 7868 CR 140, Findlay, 45840 all categories. 9 a.m.-noon Feb. 11, 2014, Knights of Columbus hall, 718 Napoleon Road, Kalida, 45853 categories 1, 2, 3, 6 and 7. 6-9 p.m. Feb. 27, 2014, Hancock County Agricultural Services Building, 7868 CR 140, Findlay, 45840 all categories. 6-9 p.m. March 11, 2014, Delphos, site to be announced all categories. 6-9 p.m. March 18, 2014, Knights of Columbus hall, 718 Napoleon Road, Kalida, 45853 categories 1, 2, 3, 6 and 7. Training dates for other counties in northwestern Ohio may be found at the following address: pested. osu.edu/privaterecert.html. The private applicator license is another way that farmers show good stewardship in caring for our land and raising our food. The Conservation Tillage Conference at Ohio Northern University, Ada, will be March 4-5. More than 900-1,000 farmers and consultants attend this conference and certified crop consultant credits are available. Merry Christmas to all of you and Happy New Year!

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COLUMBUS (AP) State agriculture officials are trying to keep a deadly walnut-tree disease from spreading from a southwestern Ohio county. Officials say Butler C o u n t y, north of Cincinnati, will be subject to a first-ever quarantine to keep Thousand Cankers Disease from spreading. The quarantine, which goes into effect today, prohibits moving live walnut trees, lumber and wood out of the county. The Ohio Department of Agriculture first confirmed the presence of Thousand Cankers Disease in Butler County walnut trees in August. That came after the discovery of the insects known to carry the fungus, walnut twig beetles, in late 2012 and again in June. State forestry officials estimate the value of black walnut at about $1.2 billion. That ranks the state No. 3 in the nation for overall black walnut inventory. Information submitted ARCHBOLD The Ohio State University Extension will be holding a Farmland Leasing Workshop from 6-9 p.m. Jan. 13 in Voinovich Auditorium at Northwest State Community College in Archbold. The workshop is a Northwest Ohio regional event that is unique in its depth and breadth of information covered, based on cash rent survey data taken by The Ohio State University Extension State Specialists. Landowners and tenant farmers will want to attend as factors affecting leasing options and rates will be discussed, along with analyzing good and bad leasing practices. Presenters will also discuss legal issues in farmland leasing, developing a written lease for your farm and flexible versus fixed cash renting options. Speakers for the event include Barry Ward, assistant professor, OSU Extension Leader for Production Business Management; and Peggy Hall, assistant professor, OSU Extension Director, Agricultural & Resource Law Program. The program is sponsored in part by Farmers & Merchants State Bank. Cost for the program is $15 per person and includes light refreshments. Preregistration is preferred using the flyer posted on the fulton.osu.edu website. Questions related to this program can be directed towards Bruce Clevenger, Defiance County Extension, at Clevenger.10@osu.edu or 419782-4771 or Eric Richer, Fulton County Extension at richer.5@osu.edu or 419-337-9210. Northwest State Community College is located at 22660 State Route 34, Archbold, 43502 and the auditorium is on the west end of the campus. This Farmland Leasing Workshop is one of six of its kind being offered throughout the state this winter. For a complete list of Leasing Workshop times, dates and locations, visit aglaw.osu.edu. Annual Corn & Soybean Day Program Set The annual Corn & Soybean Day program is scheduled for Jan. 23 at Sauder Farm and Craft Villages Founders Hall from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (Optional CORE & Category-6 sessions for pesticide applicator credits are available from 3:45-5:15 p.m.). The program has a variety of speakers and nearly 30 exhibitors sharing information on management practices for the 2014

crop production season. This years program is unique in that it includes one session on the non-agronomy topic of Farm Family Communication and Succession Planning presented by Bernie Erven, professor emeritus, OSU Agricultural Economics Department. Additional topics for the day include: Herbicide Site of Action Management Mark Loux, OSU Extension Weeds Specialist Grubs & Bugs: Corn & Soybean Insect Update Andy Michel, OSU Extension Entomology Specialist. Stepping Up Soybean Production: Seed Treatments and Everything But the Kitchen Sink. Laura Lindsey, OSU Extension Soybean and Small Grains Specialist. Core Session: Safety and Calibration with Pesticide and Nutrient Management Application Glen Arnold, OSU Extension State Specialist, Manure & Nutrient Management. Fumigation Session Bruce Clevenger, assistant professor and Extension Educator, Defiance County. In addition, exhibitors from seed and input suppliers, banking, crop insurance, grain marketing and the machinery industry will be on site to share information about products and programs. The following continuing education credits for pesticide applicators are offered throughout the day: *Private: One hour CORE, one and a half hours Category 1, half an hour Category 2 and half an hour Category 6 *Commercial: One hour CORE, one hour 2A, one hour 2C, half an hour 2D *Michigan: Four hours total credit *Certified Crop Advisors: Five hours total credit including NM, IPM, CM, PD Pre-registration is $25 and is requested by Jan. 14. At-the-door registrations are $45 and available on a limited basis. A more detailed agenda and registration information can be found at fulton.osu.edu. Contact Eric Richer, Extension Educator, Agriculture & Natural Resources, 419-337-9210 or richer.5@osu.edu for more information.

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(Editors Introduction: Due to slow mail delivery, Lovinas column did not arrive in time for publication this week. But since this is a season of reflection and renewal, I thought this would be a good time to go back into the archives and re-run two Amish Cook holiday columns from years past. The first column is from 1991, the second 1993. Wow, how life has changed since then! Personally, this period represented one of the happiest periods of my life. When youre in your early 20s, is there really much not to be happy about? And Old Order Amish culture was in the twilight of its agrarian isolation. Amish culture, as much as it attempts to slow down the march of technology and preserve family and faith, has also changed a lot. So lets savor the season and enjoy these two journeys back to a simpler time. For those new to the column, it was written by Elizabeth Coblentz from 1991 2002. One of her daughters, Lovina Eicher, has written it since, Their writing styles are similar. Elizabeth pioneered a very accessible, straight-forward voice. Kevin Williams, Editor) By Elizabeth Coblentz December 1991 Well, Im searching my brain, trying to think what would logically be the next thing I could write about. The holidays are in store for us, especially now that December appears on the calendar. Snow permitting, sleigh rides are enjoyed this time of year. Families are busy making plans for their holiday gatherings. All kinds of baking and candy making takes place and lots of these goodies are passed out to family, friends and neighbors and, also, to the ones in need. The rustle of packages and the appearance of presents increases the excitement of children and even adults at gatherings. The children enjoy meeting Santa with his treats, while shopping with the businesses with their music, traditional lights and trimmings. Its a special time of year to always look forward to the holidays. Although we never know what God has in store for us, December always brings back sad memories when our family left on a trip for the weekend and by Sunday evening word came that my Grandpa had died. It was a sad Christmas for Grandma and the rest of the family of 14 married children and families. Also, I remember holiday gatherings which always seemed so enjoyable at Grandpas. It just never seemed the same at the gatherings after he was gone. But since my Dad is gone, our family gathering has also ended at this time of year. We now have our family to look forward to at holiday time. Here is a holiday recipe: Peanutty Squares 1 cup peanut butter 2 cups marshmallow creme 1 stick butter or margarine 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup unsalted, dry roasted peanuts 4 cups Cheerios Melt together peanut butter, marshmallow creme, butter and brown sugar, either on the stovetop or in the microwave. When melted, blend well then add Cheerios and peanuts. Pat into a buttered 9 x 13 pan. Cool and cut into squares. December 1993 We had a white 1993 Christmas. Looks a beautiful winter scene. The days are shorter at this time of year. The days start early just like usual and during the winter months the days start in the dark. The livestock are fed and the cows milked and then breakfast ate, before everyone leaves for their place of work. The girls were glad to have a three-day break from the sewing factory. Lots of family gatherings at this time of year. Our Christmas family gathering was held Sunday, the day after Christmas with a perfect attendance. Everyone (32 in all) were seated to a long table for breakfast around 7 a.m. Frying eggs for 32 was enjoyable! The meal consisted of fried eggs, fried potatoes, bacon, toast, cottage cheese, various kinds of cereals, orange and grape juice, coffee, plus all of those holiday baked items served at this time of year. After breakfast, the dishes were washed and the house put back in order. Then gifts were exchanged and how exciting to see the 15 grandchildren unwrapping their gifts. Verena had several guessing contest games: one for the adults and one for the children, which useful gifts were presented. A stuffed turkey was put into our new cookstove oven at 4:30 a.m. for the noon meal. So it was done by early morning. Dinner was served at 11:30 a.m. The New Years Song was sung several times throughout the day. In the afternoon, a cheese ball and a variety of crackers, vegetables and chips and all kind of Christmas goodies were set out to feast on, which took care of the evening meal. A nice, enjoyable day which is history for 1993. We spent Christmas Day at home resting as to have our family gathering the next day. Joe and Lovina attended his family gathering on Christmas Day and Emma also attended a gathering. In the evening, Susan attending the young folks Christmas gift exchange holiday gathering, where supper was also served and later they had their exchange. Susan was pleased for the gift she received from the one who had her name in the exchange. Happy holidays to all out there!

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TODAY 9-11 a.m. The Delphos Canal Commission Museum, 241 N. Main St., is open. 11:30 a.m. Mealsite at Delphos Senior Citizen Center, 301 Suthoff St. 1-3 p.m. The Delphos Museum of Postal History, 339 N. Main St., is open. 5-7 p.m. The Interfaith Thrift Store is open for shopping. 7:30 p.m. American Legion Post 268, 415 N. State St. FRIDAY 7:30 a.m. Delphos Optimist Club, A&W DriveIn, 924 E. Fifth St. 11:30 a.m. Mealsite at Delphos Senior Citizen Center, 301 Suthoff St. 1-4 p.m. Interfaith Thrift Store is open for shopping. SATURDAY 9 a.m.-noon Interfaith Thrift Store is open for shopping. St. Vincent dePaul Society, located at the east edge of the St. Johns High School parking lot, is open. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Delphos Postal Museum is open. 12:15 p.m. Testing of warning sirens by Delphos Fire and Rescue. 1-3 p.m. The Delphos Canal Commission Museum, 241 N. Main St., is open. 7 p.m. Bingo at St. Johns Little Theatre. SUNDAY 1-3 p.m. The Delphos Canal Commission Museum, 241 N. Main St., is open. 1-4 p.m. Putnam County Museum is open, 202 E. Main St. Kalida. MONDAY 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Ottoville Branch Library is open. 11:30 a.m. Mealsite at Delphos Senior Citizen Center, 301 Suthoff St. 6:30 p.m. Shelter from the Storm support group meets in the Delphos Public Library basement. TUESDAY 11:30 a.m. Mealsite at Delphos Senior Citizen Center, 301 Suthoff St. 7:30 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous, First Presbyterian Church, 310 W. Second St. WEDNESDAY 9 a.m. - noon Putnam County Museum is open, 202 E. Main St., Kalida. 11:30 a.m. Mealsite at Delphos Senior Citizen Center, 301 Suthoff St. Noon Rotary Club meets at The Grind. 6 p.m. Shepherds of Christ Associates meet in the St. Johns Chapel. 6:30 p.m. Delphos Kiwanis Club meets at the Eagles Lodge, 1600 E. Fifth St. 7 p.m. Bingo at St. Johns Little Theatre. Delphos Civil Service Commission meets at Municipal Building. 7:30 p.m. Hope Lodge 214 Free and Accepted Masons, Masonic Temple, North Main Street. 9 p.m. Fort Jennings Lions Club meets at the Outpost Restaurant. THURSDAY 9-11 a.m. The Delphos Canal Commission Museum, 241 N. Main St., is open. 11:30 a.m. Mealsite at Delphos Senior Citizen Center, 301 Suthoff St. 1-3 p.m. The Delphos Museum of Postal History, 339 N. Main St., is open. 5-7 p.m. The Interfaith Thrift Store is open for shopping. 6:30 p.m. Delphos Ladies Club, Trinity United Methodist Church. 7 p.m. Delphos Emergency Medical Service meeting, EMS building, Second Street. 7:30 p.m. Delphos Chapter 23, Order of Eastern Star, meets at the Masonic Temple, North Main Street. FRIDAY 7:30 a.m. Delphos Optimist Club meets at the A&W Drive-In, 924 E. Fifth St. 11:30 a.m. Mealsite at Delphos Senior Citizen Center, 301 Suthoff St.

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AP Player of the Year in college basketball and the No. 1 pick in Aprils WNBA draft, finished second with 14. Swimmer Missy Serena Williams likes to make Franklin was next with one thing clear: She is never satis10. fied, no matter how many matchThe Male Athlete of es and tournaments she wins. the Year recipient will Driven as ever, Williams won be announced today. plenty this year. She went 78-4 Williams, who with 11 titles, including at the grew up in Compton, French Open and U.S. Open, Calif., and turned 32 in raising her Grand Slam chamSeptember, produced pionship total to 17. She comthe finest womens piled a 34-match winning streak. tennis season in years. She earned more than $12 milAccording to the WTA: lion in prize money, a record for her .951 winning womens tennis. In February, she percentage was the best became the oldest No. 1 in WTA since Steffi Grafs .977 rankings history and never left in 1989; that perch. her 11 titles were Thanks to all of that, Williams the most since Martina Serena Williams was honored Wednesday as The Hingis 12 in 1997; Associated Press 2013 Female Athlete of her winning streak was the longest the Year. Its the third AP award for Williams, since her sister, Venus, had a 35-match run following 2002 and 2009. Only two women in 2000. have been chosen more often as AP Athlete She just continues to be an inspiration of the Year since the annual awards were first to American tennis, said Gordon Smith, handed out in 1931. the executive director of the U.S. Tennis Whenever I lose, I get more deter- Association, which runs the U.S. Open. Her mined and it gives me something more to year this year? Unforgettable. work toward, Williams told the AP in an By adding a fifth career U.S. Open chaminterview shortly before the start of the U.S. pionship and a second French Open title, Open. I dont get complacent, and I realize Williams also moved within one Grand I need to work harder and I need to do better Slam trophy of the 18 apiece won by Martina and I want to do better or I wouldnt keep Navratilova and Chris Evert. The record is playing this game. 24 by Margaret Court. The vote by news organizations was Pretty heady company. about as lopsided as many of Williams Evert is one of the only two women with matches this season. She received 55 of more AP awards than Williams. Evert won 96 votes, while Brittney Griner, a 2-time four from 1974-80, while Babe Didrikson By HOWARD FENDRICH Associated Press

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Associated Press LOS ANGELES Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade had 23 points apiece and the Miami Heat beat the Los Angeles Lakers 101-95 on Wednesday for their sixth straight win. Bosh also had 11 rebounds in the Heats fifth consecutive victory against the Lakers on Christmas Day. LeBron James added 19 points and Ray Allen had 12. Miami improved to 7-0 against the Western Conference this season with its 19th straight overall win against West opponents. Nick Young scored 20 points for the Lakers, who were tied four times in the fourth quarter. Los Angeles was hurt by a poor shooting night in its third straight loss. THUNDER 123, KNICKS 94 NEW YORK Kevin Durant scored 29 points, Russell Westbrook had a triple-double by the middle of the third quarter and Oklahoma rolled past New York, which played without Carmelo Anthony. The Durant-Anthony showdown between the NBAs top two scorers was canceled because of Anthonys sprained left ankle, so the Thunder had the Christmas spotlight to themselves while winning for the 10th time in 11 games. The 29-point victory was the largest for a road team on Christmas. Westbrook finished with 14 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists in his first triple-double of the season and seventh of his career. Serge Ibaka added 24 points on 10-of-14 shooting. Amare Stoudemire scored a season-high 22 points and Tim Hardaway Jr. had 21 for the Knicks, who also were missing starting point guard Raymond Felton. J.R. Smith scored 20 points but shot 8-for-22 and was booed when he left the court for good. BULLS 95, NETS 78 NEW YORK Taj Gibson scored 20 points and Jimmy Butler added 15 to help Chicago rout Brooklyn. Trailing 50-49 early in the third quarter, the Bulls took over behind Butler. He keyed a 21-5 run that gave Chicago control. Butler, who sat out the last game because of a right ankle injury, started the burst with a 3-pointer and had a threepoint play that made it 57-52. Deron Williams scored 18 points for Brooklyn. The Nets have lost four straight.

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By BARRY WILNER Associated Press The New York Giants want to go all out to make a final positive impression in case coach Tom Coughlins job is insecure which it almost certainly is not. How the Washington Redskins respond to Mike Shanahans potentially final day as coach is more uncertain. New York was awful and seemingly disinterested two weeks ago in a home loss to Seattle. But the Giants responded nicely in winning at Detroit to knock the Lions from postseason contention. Many Giants cited their respect for Coughlin, who has won two Super Bowls with them but also has had non-playoff finishes in five seasons at the helm. Im looking ahead, defensive leader Justin Tuck said.

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collected a record six one for track in 1932, and five for golf from 1945-54. Serena already has provided significant contributions to taking our sport to the next level. She is chasing records and no doubt will break many records before shes finished, WTA Chairman Stacey Allaster said. That obviously just brings a lot more attention to our sport. Two particular moments in 2013 stuck out to Allaster. One came at Qatar in February, when Williams cried after assuring herself of returning to No. 1 for the first time since 2010, the year the American needed two operations on her right foot and got blood clots in her lungs. You could see the joy, the tears of joy. It meant so much to her, from everything she had been through, to be able to be back at the top of the sport, a sport that she does truly love, Allaster said. The second moment came during Wimbledon, when Williams joined other women who have been ranked No. 1 at a celebration of the WTAs 40th anniversary. It was an opportunity to see her in a leadership position. She did a remarkable job at speaking on behalf of all those great athletes and speaking to future players, Allaster added. Theres a little girl, perhaps out there in Compton, who is dreaming of playing on the WTA, and Serena said, Were waiting for you and we cant wait to meet you. 2013 Female Athlete of the Year Voting Serena Williams 55, Brittney Griner 14, Missy Franklin 10, Inbee Park 7, Lindsey Vonn 6, Lauren Holiday 1, Candace Parker 1, Katie Ledecky 1, x-Diana Nyad 1

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IRVING, Texas (AP) Kyle Orton and Jon Kitna sat at opposite ends of a couch in the Dallas Cowboys locker room Wednesday, turned toward each other and started chatting. They probably were talking about Dallas offense. Orton will make his first start at quarterback in his two seasons with the Cowboys on Sunday night, unless Tony Romo can recover from a herniated disc. Dallas will be playing a winner-take-all game at home against the Philadelphia Eagles for the NFC East title and a playoff berth. Romo was nowhere to be seen in any of the public areas at Valley Ranch. He did not practice and didnt attend a morning offensive meeting, according to coach Jason Garrett. Im just excited, Orton said. I think the guys have got a lot of confidence in me. Ive got a lot of confidence in myself. I can fall back on my experience. Ive played a lot of games in this league. I dont feel I have to do too much with the ball, just get it to 29 (DeMarco Murray), 82 (Jason Witten) and 88 (Dez Bryant). Garrett still hasnt ruled out Romo. I saw him briefly today. Hes fighting through it. Hes doing everything he can to get back. Hes going through the rehab process, Garrett explained. Well evaluate him day to day, the same as most players who are injured. Ortons most recent start was in Week 17 of 2011 for Kansas City in a 7-3 victory over the Denver Broncos. He had started the season with Denver but was released after losing the starting job to Tim Tebow, who led the Broncos to the playoffs.

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Q: I keep hearing the U.S. Mint wants to discontinue making the penny. Why? Doesn't it realize it will cost consumers a ton of money with retailers rounding up the price of each item on the shelf? What is its reason for wanting to discontinue the coin? -- C.L.N., Plymouth, Mich. A: First, this is not a Mint decision. The U.S. Mint executes policy, it does not create it. It is the U.S. Congress that establishes policy. According to the Numismatic News, it costs 2.41 cents to make a penny. As for your concern about skyrocketing prices, it doesn't have to be that way. Retailers could continue to price goods using the current system. When you check out, the total bill would then be rounded off if paying with cash. If paying with plastic, the correct amount could be processed. A study by Wake Forest University economics professor Robert Whaples shows that rounding would have virtually no effect on the cost of goods. ** Q: Is it true that Andrea Bocelli wanted to study law before becoming one of the world's greatest opera singers? How long has he been blind? -- W.M., Houston A: Bocelli was born in September 1958 near Pisa, Italy. He was born with poor eyesight, which he lost completely at age 12 after a soccer accident. He graduated from the University of Pisa with a law degree, which he used for one year as a courtappointed lawyer before beginning his extraordinary career in opera. ** DID YOU KNOW? Six years before the project was actually filmed, Julia Roberts was cast in the role of Viola in "Shakespeare in Love," but the project was dropped. Gwyneth Paltrow won an Oscar for her portrayal of Viola in 1998. **

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MELBOURNE, Fla. (AP) Police in a central Florida city have been issuing scratch-off lottery tickets instead of speeding fines to Christmas Day travelers. By early Wednesday afternoon, Melbourne Police officers had handed out 30 lottery tickets along with warnings to drivers caught speeding or violating other traffic laws. Sgt. Jamie Rocque was quoted by Florida Today as saying that officers bought the lottery tickets with their own money to spread a bit of holiday cheer while ensuring public safety. Rocque says the officers have gotten a lot of surprised looks.

Health care divides some Republican Senate rivals

ATLANTA (AP) Republicans see the 2014 midterm elections as a chance to capitalize on voter frustration with the problem-plagued health care overhaul, but the GOP first must settle a slate of Senate primaries where conservatives are arguing over the best way to oppose President Barack Obamas signature law. In intraparty skirmishes from Georgia to Nebraska, the GOPs most strident candidates and activists are insisting on a no-holds-barred approach. They accuse fellow Republicans including several incumbent senators of being too soft in their opposition to the Affordable Care Act and to the president in general. The outcomes will help determine just how conservative the Senate Republican caucus will be during Obamas final two years. And they could influence which party controls the chamber, with Democrats hoping that the most uncompromising Republican standard-bearers will emerge from the primaries and fare as poorly in general elections as their counterparts did in several 2012 Senate races. Republicans need to gain six seats for a majority. Republican Rep. Jack Kingston of Georgia, who wants to succeed retiring GOP Sen. Saxby Chambliss, stepped into the rift recently when he seemed to scold much of his party during an interview on a conservative talk radio show. A lot of conservatives say, Nah, just step back and let this thing fall to pieces on its own, Kingston said. Well, I dont think thats always the responsible thing to do. Rep. Paul Broun, one of Kingstons rivals in a crowded primary field, pounced immediately, declaring in an Internet ad, I dont want to fix Obamacare, I want to get rid of it. Conservative commentators hammered Kingston with headlines like Kingston has surrendered on Obamacare. In Tennessee, state Rep. Joe Carr blasted Sen. Lamar Alexander for serving as a key GOP negotiator in the deal to end the partial government shutdown that resulted from House Republicans efforts to deny funding for the health care law. Alexander subsequently described himself as a conservative problem solver, a characterization that Carr says typifies how out of touch he is.

Christmas Day bombings in Iraqs capital kill 37

BAGHDAD (AP) Militants in Iraq targeted Christians in three separate Christmas Day bombings in Baghdad, killing at least 37 people, officials said Wednesday. In one attack, a car bomb went off near a church in the capitals southern Dora neighborhood, killing at least 26 people and wounding 38, a police officer said. Earlier, two bombs ripped through a nearby outdoor market simultaneously in the Christian section of Athorien, killing 11 people and wounding 21, the officer said. The Iraq-based leader of the Chaldean Catholic Church, Louis Sako, said the parked car bomb exploded after Christmas Mass and that none of the worshippers were hurt. Sako said he didnt believe the church was the target. There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the attacks, but Iraqs dwindling Christian community, which is estimated to number about 400,000 to 600,000 people, often has been targeted by al-Qaida and other insurgents who see the Christians as heretics. The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad condemned the attacks in a statement. The Christian community in Iraq has suffered deliberate and senseless targeting by terrorists for many years, as have many other innocent Iraqis, the statement read. The United States abhors all such attacks and is committed to its partnership with the government of Iraq to combat the scourge of terrorism. Along with Christians, other targets include civilians in restaurants, cafes or crowded public areas, as well as Shiites and members of the Iraqi security forces, attacked in an attempt to undermine confidence in the Shiite-led government and stir up Iraqs already simmering sectarian tensions.

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According to Spencer, there are a total of 14 Cloverdale buildings on the demolition list. Seven of those have already come down, including St. Barbaras Catholic Church and rectory. Insurance questions remain on some still slated for removal. There was actually one structure that I thought for sure would be demolished but theyre saying it can be repaired, said Spencer about one residential owner. They gave me the inspiration to move on. Following the check presentation, Spencer left to speak with Putnam County Office of Public Safety Director Steve Odenweller. According to Odenweller, the beautifying snow referenced by Spencer also temporarily halted debris removal in Cloverdale. The county garage had been doing a lot of the cleanup work there, he said. When the snow came, they had to go take care of the roads. Once things settle down, theyll be back. In the scheme of things, cleanup is moving well. In November, Anita Stechschulte, Putnam County Office of Public Safety assistant director, advised those who wish to assist in the recovery effort to make

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