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Local talent will be on display this weekend
By DEAN EVERSOLE
Staff Writer
CARTHAGENA — Artist from around the area will
be displaying their talents this
weekend at the Artistry Under the Dome, hosted by Saint
Charles Senior Living Community in Carthagena. The
event opens on Friday, April
4 and runs through Tuesday,
April 8 at the St. Charles Senior Living Center.
“This year we are featuring
30 booths and more than 30
artist from Mercer and Auglaize Counties,” noted Sister
Martha Bertke, Manager of the
Senior Living Community.
Bertke is also on the planning committee along with
Jane Dippold, Nick Wenning,
Charlene Wenning, Ralph
Stuckman, Julie Baltes and Liz
Schlinder.
The event will be in Gasper
room on the first floor, along
with the lower terrace area.
Professional artist from the
area will be featured ranging
from water colors to poetry.
Pat Timmerman of Minster,
will be displaying many of his
wood work creations. Timmerman crafts all his items from
wood with numerous different designs and items. He will
have a number of new items in
this year’s show.
Mary Hone of St. Marys
who is the administrator for
the Arts Place Collective Center, creates intricate beadwork
bracelets and pins along with
hand sewn doll clothing. Many
of her items will be displayed
at the event.
One of the more unique artist is Bob Beer of Coldwater.
Beer uses copper, he captures
memories of his childhood
growing up along the ocean.
On display will his model cooper boats, detailing the tools
used by professional fishermen.
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Martin loving the snow
Minster student
talks baseball
By MEREDITH ENKOFF
Staff Writer
MINSTER — Like
many boys in the Minster community, Brad
Waterbusch played Little League.
Early on, Waterbusch
said he was mainly there
to hang out with his
friends. But as the years
went on, the sport became a hobby he started to enjoy. At first, he
Photo provided
New Bremen snowboarder Travis Martin shows off his skills. The 15 year old will be competing in the nationals played T-ball, where
in Denver.
coaches focus on teachBy BRIAN SMITH
Martin, 15, is hoping that extra practice and all the ing kids the basic rules
Sports Editor
work he’s done around the country this season have him of the game. In fifth and
sixth grade, Waterbusch
ready for the big time this weekend.
NEW BREMEN — New Bremen teen Travis MarMartin, a New Bremen teen who is a nationally-ranked said he started taking
tin was one of the few in the area who wasn’t too upset snowboarder, will compete in the halfpipe and slopestyle the sport more seriously.
with the barrage of snow Ohio received this winter. It just at the United States of America Snowboard and Freeski This was when he first
meant a longer snowboarding season.
Association’s National Championships at Copper Moun- joined a traveling team,
for which he was among
“Last year, Mad River closed almost a month earlier tain just outside of Denver.
the few who were sethan this year,” Martin said. “I got a month more of riding
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lected by his coach. The
this year.”
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cuts kept getting tough-
er, he said, and in middle
school, there were tryouts to be on the team.
He stayed mainly in
the outfield, and then
moved to the infield
when he joined the high
school baseball team.
Waterbusch said his
freshman year on the
team was a struggle as he
adjusted to a new coach
and new expectations.
However after his sophomore year, Waterbusch
said he had a better understanding of what his
coach wanted him to do.
He possessed a certain amount of confidence — a “swagger,” his
coach called it.
His favorite part of
playing is “being with
the team and being a
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New Bremen celebrates a 29-year music career
By JANICE BARNIAK
Staff Writer
NEW BREMEN — With teeny boppers, an Elvis appearance and The Beatles as
guest stars, New Bremen fourth graders celebrated the history of rock and roll, and
with it, the end of music teacher Mary Thornsberry’s 29 year career.
Thornsberry said the tribute to rock music is her favorite of all the shows she has
put on over the years, which is why she brought back the musical with numbers like
“Rock and Roll is Here to Stay,” “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Surfin’ USA,” “Tutti Frutti” and
“Yellow Submarine.”
“I guess I was just raised on rock and roll,” she said. “I started to listen to Credence
Clearwater Revival when I was 7 years old.”
Throughout the performance students did rock-related dance moves and celebrated the 1950s time period with Twister, Limbo, Chinese fire drills and hula hoops.
Thornsberry said music education has grown to make students more musically
prepared for the choir and band as they move into high school, and now also prepares them to be lifelong musicians.
“I was just a girl, 27 or 28-years-old when I started,” she said.
Thornsberry said her next move, once finishing this year will be to help out with
St. Marys band students over the summer. Then in retirement she plans to garden six
months of the year.
“It’s another creative thing,” she said. “The exercise I’ll be getting will be lifting my
coffee cup to my lips as I watch my flowers grow.”
Thornsberry said she plans to be around to help out, however, and will stop in to
see her former students.
“I’ll be back over here,” she said. “I promised these kids I’d see them grow up.”
Staff photo/Janice Barniak
New Bremen students close out their show, celebrating the career of music teacher
Mary Thornberry.
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Art
“This fine arts and crafts show will include a variety
of
media,
such as: pottery, ceramics, paintings, wood
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working, charcoal drawings, origami, photograph,
Of course there will also be the traditional water sculptures, glass and jewelry,” said Sister Bertke.
The event will also feature artwork from area
color paintings and sculptures, along with photograschools,
including works from Minster and Marion
phy.
Local
high
schools.
Local painter Debby Gregory of St. Marys captures
This marks the second year for the event and like
local historical landmarks through her paintings. Her
goal is capture the landmarks before they fall victim last year there is no charge to attend. However, organizers will accept freewill donations.
to time.
Visitors will also have the opportunity to purchase
This are just a few artists and pieces that will be on
many of the items on display.
display.
Snow
anything out West.”
It’s a sport requiring commitment
and more than a little bit of
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daring.
“If you want to be really good,
“I’m hoping for top 10 in
you have to try a whole bunch of
slope style,” Martin said. “I’m
stuff,” Martin said. “You can’t be
not the greatest at halfpipe, so I
afraid of a lot when you’re doing
want to be in the top 20 and land
it. A lot of the stuff is really intimdouble backflips consistently.
idating when you’re doing it.”
That would be nice.”
Slopestyle involves landing
After traveling all around for
difficult tricks and getting maxicompetitions, Martin compiled
mum altitude. It’s gained in popenough national points during
ularity over the years and made
his treks to get an invite to counits debut as an Olympic sport in
try’s winter sport mecca, the
Sochi this winter. Halfpipe uses a
state of Colorado.
gutter-shaped course where rid“All the features and the
ers snowboard from side to side
jumps are like twice as big than
and score points on tricks judged
what I’ve hit here,” Martin said.
by a panel of officials.
“Here, it’s basically flat. It’s good
Martin moved to New Brefor Ohio, but doesn’t compare to
men from Florida and began
Student
of his last season on the
team. Their first scrimFrom Page 1A mage was last Wednesday night.
Though his team, he
part of something bigger
admitted,
is not as strong
than just you,” he said.
as
they
have
been in the
Now, he plays first
past,
Waterbusch
said he
base and right field, and
is excited for the start believes they will find
skiing at Mad River Mountain
in Bellefontaine. He switched to
snowboarding when he saw all
the other kids his age on snowboards.
He’s now been snowboarding
for three years and he’s gone from
newbie to nationally-ranked in a
no time.
“I haven’t stopped since,”
Martin said. “I rode with all the
best people at Mad River and
took laps with them every day.
I followed what they did and
kept trying new things every
day.”
Martin says he snowboards
about four times a week. “Tuesdays and then all weekend,” he
said. “During the summer I’m
staying in Oregon to snowboard
all summer at Mount Hood,
their rhythm with a few
games under their belt.
He has high hopes for
them — mainly that they
move past the district
tournament. He predicted Crestview will be their
toughest competition.
“They beat us last year
Debby Gregory captures local landmarks with her paintings.
Pictured above is one of the many items crafted by Pat Timmerman
“Art work will be displayed and some artists will
have items available for purchase,” noted Bertke.
Any items purchased must be picked up
prior to the close of the show on Tuesday,
April 8.
There will be an artist reception on April 4, 7 p.m.
to 9 p.m. The show will then run Saturday, April 5 and
Sunday April 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and then on
Monday, April 7, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Tuesday April
8, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Bertke encouraged people to visit their Facebook
page at facebook.com/ArtistryUnderTheDome.
which is open year-around.”
Even when he returns to New
Bremen, he has a place to work
on his technique. Martin has a
wooden ramp structure with a
rail at the end s built in the back
yard of is home in New Bremen,
where he can work on tricks.
Videos are a vital part of the
sport both from a marketing and
competitive standpoint.
“I film every weekend,” Martin said. “I just got a camera this
Christmas. We film all the time.
As much as possible and send
out edits to companies. It definitely helps your style. How you
make things look matters.”
His specialty? “Probably
jumps and flipping,” Martin said.
“I try to work on rails as much as
possible to keep up with every-
in districts,” he said.
The MAC teams make
it difficult, he said, as
they are always good.
In 2012, the Minster varsity team won
the state championship.
Waterbusch was on the
JV team at the time, but
body else.”
While rails aren’t as initially
impressive as the acrobatics,
Martin said they take attention
to detail.
“Most people don’t look at
rails, they think it’s all about
jumps,” Martin said. “Rails are
definitely harder than jumps, to
stay on the rails and do stuff.”
He is currently sponsored by
Zanesville board shop Adams
Ski and Snowboard Shop along
with goggles and glasses makers.
Martin’s long-term goals
are to ride for Arbor, a popular
snowboard producer, and its pro
team.
“I’d love to ride for them on
their pro team, get paid, travel
around with their team and film
with them. Maybe X Games.”
said it was still exciting.
Individually, he is aiming for a batting average
above .250 and wants to
start at first base. He has
worked hard in his four
years to improve his arm
strength.
Waterbusch said base-
ball has taught him discipline, respect for others and has gained the
ability to work as a team.
He plans to attend the
University of Toledo to
major in civil engineering after graduating from
Minster.
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Bob Beer creates memories from his childhood through copper models.
Photo provided
Pictured above are bracelets crafted by Mary Hone of St. Marys.
Photo provided
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Minster Livestock
4-H club convenes
for March meeting
The Minster Livestock
4-H club held its second meeting on Sunday,
March 23 at the Minster
Elementary School.
The past president
called the meeting order
with pledges being led.
The secretary's minutes were read from last
meeting and corrections
were made.
Roll call was taken
and new members were
introduced.
The treasurer's report
was given and approved.
New business consisted of a motion for dues.
It was decided to make
the dues for 2014 $10
and $5 for the cloverbuds.
It was brought to the
club's attention that camp
this year would go up $10
making it $170. Because
of the increasing costs,
the club decided to cap
the amount that would
be paid by the club for
each member attending
camp.
Was suggested that for
a camper to have the club
pay the capped amount,
they must work at the
Oktoberfest the prior
year. This would start for
this year 2014 for the Oktoberfest. By-laws will be
changed and approved.
The Ohio State Extension office shared a library of 4-H books with
the club. Parents and
members looked at the
books to help them make
decisions on what projects to take and what is
required for each.
Health and safety reports were given.
Election of officers
took place for the 2014
year, they are as follows:
• President — Kara
Kitzmiller
• Vice president —
Andy Albers
• Secretaries — Mitchell Meyer and Alexis
Sharp
• Treasurer — Brittany
Reeves
• New reporter — Alicia Arling
• Health/safety leader
— Natalie Bensman
• Recreational leaders
— Aaron Kitzmiller and
Austin Vanderhorst.
The meeting was then
adjourned.
The next scheduled
meeting is Sunday, April
6 at 7 p.m. at the Minster
Elementary School. Enrollment and projects are
due at this meeting.
If there are any questions, please contact
organizational advisor,
Lois Baumer.
News from Osgood
On Saturday, April
12, the Osgood Area
Rescue will have a evening at the Spur to raise
funds. There will be karaoke, 50/50 jar, raffle
with 76 prizes donated
by area business and
public.
A guest appearance
will be by Sharon Bertke.
This event starts at 8 p.m.
and closes at 2:30 a.m.
Try to help this group
out by going or buy raffle
tickets. Any squad member will be happy to sell
you some.
The Osgood Legion
held their euchre tournament on Thursday,
March 27, and those who
held the good cards were
Agnes Poeppelman, Bob
Grieshop, Alvin Bills,
Carl Pohl, and Urban Arling.
The Yorkshire Goat
Farmers will have a fish
fry on Friday, April 4.
Serving starts at 5 p.m.
and runs through until 8 p.m. The fish fry
will be eat in or drive
through.
You have until April
11 to donate a flower for
the Easter decoration of
St. Nicholas.
Place your family
name or a love on in an
envelope and a donation of $12 per flower in
an envelope. Place the
envelope in the collection with your parishes
name on the front or
send it to the pastoral
center.
St. Nicholas is having their annual Church
cleaning on Tuesday
April 22 starting at 6
a.m.
Those who are to
work are listed in the
bulletin and where they
should work. Pizza will
be served following the
cleaning. If you can not
work, you are responsible to find a replacement.
The next recycling
drive will be April 5 from
9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cancelations are aired on
WCSM, on their website
or call Jude at 419-5822554.
Our Old Book Case
By JOYCE ALIG
President, Mercer County
Historical Society
The
Montezuma
Grange Hall and the
Franklin Township Institute played a vital role in
the lives of the citizens
of Franklin Township
for this past century.
In 2002, president
of the Mercer County
Fair Board Mike Niekamp came to the Mercer
County Historical Museum, and asked that the
Mercer County Historical Society write a book
about the history of the
Mercer County Fair, in
honor of Ohio’s celebrating the 150th Anniversaries (1852-2002) of the
County Fairs being initiated in Ohio. With an
Agreement with the Fair
Board President, the Historical Society Volunteer Fran Guilbault did
research on the history
of the Fair. I searched
for photographs and
other documents to add
to this book, “The Mercer County Fair, Celina,
Ohio, 1852-2002.”
The Hopewell Grange
and the Unity Grange
stand on the County
property of the Mercer
County
Fairgrounds.
Therefore, I asked the
Granges for historical
research. The National
Grange movement be-
gan shortly after the end
of the Civil War, with a
purpose of uniting the
rural communities of
Northern and Southern
States. The Ohio Granges were established,
with nearly 600 Granges
by 1874. There were
27 Granges in Mercer
County. More recently, six Granges were in
Mercer County: Center,
Chattanooga, Hopewell,
Montezuma, Union and
Unity. Hopewell and
Unity Granges are the
only active ones today.
Years ago, Blanche
Lacy wrote “The History of the Montezuma
Grange, No. 2100.” She
told about the public meeting October
26, 1916, at the school
building to establish this
Grange They continued to meet at the old
schoolhouse. Next, they
purchased the building, formerly known as
the M.E. Church; they
remodeled the building and first met there
February 1, 1929. They
paid off their debt in October 1938.
Willis, better known
as “Bud,” Preston donated this February 7 &
8, 1938 Program for the
Franklin Township Institute, held at the Montezuma Grange Hall. Bud
told of the importance
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The breakfast will be
held at the
Minster High School Cafeteria
8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon
$6. for adults and
$3. for children.
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the Members spoke
of their memories and
friendships at the Grange.
Jerry Lacy spoke of cake
walks, Halloween parties, shuffleboard, darts,
ice cream socials, and
wedding receptions.
That community
spirit and the bonding
of generations and the
listening to tales told,
and then being retold
with how many exaggerations, and laughing
together, and supporting each other during
times of stress, still exists in Mercer County.
But, sometimes this
community spirit does
not always exist. When
I see the young people
“not having anything to
do,” or “getting in with
the wrong crowd,” or
“not doing their lessons
at school,” I believe that
those children do not
think they have a part in
a community. Perhaps,
those young people
could be having a better life, if they could be a
part of a Grange. Think
about it.
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of the community center at the Grange Hall,
by saying, “They always
did a blockbuster for
the Farmer’s Institute.”
At this particular 1938
program, several musical programs and recitations were presented.
The Comedy Drama,
“The Wild Oats Boy”
highlighted the final program, Tuesday evening.
Throughout the years,
educational programs as
well as social programs
for adults and children
brought the community
together.
The teenage boys enjoyed the
basketball games. Bud
told many funny stories
and pranks they pulled
as teenagers. You will
have to talk with Bud
about those old stories!
By 1980, life was
changing in the rural
communities.
When
the local Montezuma
Grange closed December 17, 1980, their files
were taken to Columbus.
The community gathered for one last party at
the Grange Hall, where
Tickets at the door.
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The Community Post
From Out of Our Past
By GARY OLDIGES
Minster Historical Society
Note: This column is created from the archives of the
Minster Community Post by
Minster Historical Society
volunteers for your enjoyment. Larry Prenger edits
and translates the 100 Years
Ago
100 YEARS AGO
Last Sunday morning
the pleasant wholesaler
John Fortkamp came into
town. He was wearing a
rather hilarious face. Yes,
some even testified that
he had whistled a funny
tune. Anything else was
not his style. After much
research and head scratching, we finally figured out
that the arrival of a little
girl in the Fortkamp family was the cause of his
mirth.
The Trolley Baseball
League was founded. Negotiations call for a first
class baseball club for
Minster next summer.
This is certainly good
news for a large number
of our citizens. Almost all
are friends of a baseball
game. If the league will
succeed in our town, we
will have the pleasure of a
baseball game almost every Sunday next summer.
The playing field will
be east of Main Street between 5th & 6th Streets
on the Thieman Lot. If
the funds can be procured
stands for 300 to 400 people will be constructed
immediately. Games are
to be initiated in May.
75 YEARS AGO
The board of trustees
of Jackson Township has
announced that it is its
intention to purchase in
the near future a new tow
or two and one-half ton
pumper fire truck, to give
more added protection
to farm residents of this
community. Members of
the board of trustees are
August Heckman, Stephan Schmitmeyer, and
Robert Bensman.
Mr. and Mrs. Ben Lehmkuhl had as their guests
in their home east of here
Sunday, Mat Deiters and
daughter Adele and Mr.
and Mrs Jerome Gerhard
and children.
Mr. and Mrs Edward
Coyle and son Edward
and Mrs. Harry Vallo,
daughter Virginia and son
Robert, all of Flint, Mich.,
were guests of Mr. and
Mrs. George Busse here
over last week end.
Probability that start of
construction work on the
$300,000. program of
sewerage improvements
proposed for Minster
will be delayed at least
until after June 30, with
the prospect that it may
never achieve realization,
was expressed this week
by village officials following receipt of a new ruling
involving the local enterprise, emanating from
state WPA headquarter at
Columbus.
50 YEARS AGO
Lawrence Schmiesing
and Bill Gagel are inviting residents of the area
to their grand opening
at their place of business
at 52 N. Main street in
Minster, north of K of C
Home.
Carol Schmuecker and
Sue Moorman have been
picked as delegates to
Buckeye Girls State next
June under sponsorship
of the American Legion
Auxiliary.
Stan Kuenning, Western Ohio Hardware, New
Bremen, was one of the
winners of the first “merchandising ideas “ contest
held in connection with
the 71st annual convention of The Ohio Hardware Association and
the 1964 Mid-American
Hardware Show held in
Columbus. The contest
included
promotional
and advertising ideas, and
other traffic-builder promotions.
Damage
estimated
at $4000. by Fire Chief
Ralph Poeppelman was
caused to the residence of
Homer Maxson, 48 North
Frankfort Street, Minster,
by fire, Tuesday.
Students home over
Easter included Robert
and Jerry Koverman, Harold Schmiesing, Richard
Broerman and Margie
Pleiman of University
of Dayton; Patty Broerman, Velma Boerger and
Miriam Gepfrey of Mr.
St. Joseph; Dan Schmiesing of St. Gregory Seminary; Linda Pleiman and
Emma Jane Schmiesing of
Regina Heights, Dayton.
CURRENT NEWS:
This Sunday, April 6,
we would like you to join
us at Speedway Lanes
Bowling Alley in New Bremen from 9:00 – 1:00 for
a Brunch Buffet. Menu:
made-to-order omelets
and Belgian waffles, Eggs
Benedict, scrambled eggs,
French toast, pancakes,
biscuits and gravy, bacon,
sausage, fried potatoes,
fruit, fried chicken, pasta,
and assorted vegetables
and more will be served.
Bring your appetite and
play stump the MHS with
a Minster history question. Adults: $9.99, Children (3 – 10): $5.99, ages
2 and under Free. Help
support the Minster Historical Society.
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Pictured above from left to right: Carl Kill-C.A.L.L. Food Pantry, Kathy Schulte &
Jodie Swaney – Celina Office of Leugers Insurance and John Larson – C.A.L.L.
Food Pantry
Leugers donates to C.A.L.L.
On March 31, Leugers Insurance made a donation of food and money to the
C.A.L.L. Food Pantry. As part of the 100th Anniversary Celebration, Leugers
Insurance held a donation drive to support C.A.L.L. Food Pantry during the
month of March. Leugers Insurance was able to collect more than $360 and
more than 300 food items from employees and the community. Leugers Insurance is proud to support area organizations to help make a difference in
the communities we live and work.
Leugers Insurance is an independent insurance agency offering complete
insurance programs for individuals and businesses as well as a comprehensive
lineup of financial services. Leugers Insurance employs 27 people in their
Maria Stein, Celina and St. Marys locations
Winner’s Meats honored at
Meat Producers convention
Winner’s
Meats,
which is located in both
Osgood and Greenville, participated at the
Ohio Association of
Meat Processors Convention in Columbus
Ohio this past weekend.
Meat Processors statewide entered their best
homemade
products
into a competition between other Ohio meat
processors. Judges used
various criteria such
as appearance, aroma,
texture, and of course
taste to base their decisions on the anonymous
entries.
This year’s
judges were representatives from the Food
Science Division from
Ohio State, and other
prominent members of
organizations that deal
in the food industry.
There also where many
vendors sharing their
newest spices, equipment, packaging, and
other supplies utilized
in the meat processing
industry.
Winner’s
Meats
proudly came home
with FOUR awards this
year. Winner’s received
two First place awards
for their homemade
Beef Smokey Sticks and
Home Cured Slab Bacon. A Reserve Champion for their Blue Ribbon
Bologna. And a Grand
Champion Award for
their Winner’s Wieners!
Visit Winner’s new
website at www.winnersmeats.com for stories
and pics from this past
event held at Columbus along with a list of
other great homemade
products and services
Winner’s Meats has to
offer.
Heritage Trail hosts outdoor classroom for students
School students clamor
off the bus headed to their
outdoor classroom, a wetland in a nature park. After receiving instructions,
they wade knee-deep into
the water with sieves and
kick seines to capture and
identify the organisms that
thrive within these murky
spaces.
The children are in for an
unforgettable lesson about
the life cycle of micro-invertebrates and the importance of wetland habitat.
Observing from shore,
the teacher is astounded
when the Classroom Rascal is transformed into
Peer Leader. Faced with
this soggy opportunity,
Rascal, does his/her best
work while physically engaged in the learning process. Scooping up “swamp
muck” is just the ticket to
inspire discovery in this
child.
Schools and parks can
establish strong alliances to
serve educational needs in
Auglaize County. Heritage
Trails Park District seeks
to establish parks that will
serve as outdoor classrooms, designed to provide
hands-on learning experiences.
Maybe you know a classroom rascal or even were
one yourself-- the child
who learns by doing rather
than hearing or reading;
finds traditional classroom
learning difficult; can’t sit
still; is labeled “disruptive.”
This one, when allowed
to explore with hands his
or her senses, become engaged in the learning process.
The goal of our park district is to develop a variety
of natural habitats, then create curriculum and opportunity for school groups,
families, elders, and grandchildren to gather, observe
and learn. These parks become outdoor classrooms
where people can engage
with nature and enrich
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their lives.
To make such natural
parks possible in Auglaize
County, funding is needed.
Look for the Heritage Trails
Park District on the spring
ballot with a 0.6 mill levy
for seven years. If passed,
parks representing a variety of habitat and natural
history will be established
county wide for education
and recreation.
Currently, most students
leave the County to receive
these valuable open-air
education lessons. Offering
outdoor education close to
home and school will save
both money and time. Investing in Heritage Trails
Park District can reap
benefits right where you
live.
Events Calendar
April 13 — April Showers 5K Hike. Enjoy a spring
trek on the Towpath Trail
as part of the Road to Fitness. Register between 1
p.m. and 3 p.m. at the Noble
Township Hall. Heritage
Trails Park District T-shirts
will be on sale. Bring your
wallet and show your support for parks by purchasing a T-shirt.
April 13 — Looking for
Spring Hike, 1 p.m., meet at
Lock 14 Park and join naturalist Diana as we look for
signs of spring. Qualifies
for Road to Fitness points.
May 1 — Gardeners
Swap & Share. If you like
to dig in the dirt and are
itching to get out and garden join us at the St. Marys
Community Public Library from 6:30 p.m. to 8
p.m. Dig in and share your
garden extras, plant divisions, starts, transplants
and seeds. Emily Poe will
share her secrets for planting Eye-catching Containers. St. Marys Library and
Friends of the Library are
partners for this program.
All these programs are
free and family friendly.
For more information, call
419-202-6053.
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The Community Post
Marion Local honor roll for the third quarter
FIRST HONORS
Seniors
Sophie Heitkamp
Marisa Spoltman
Courtney Albers
Megan Klosterman
Monica Hemmelgarn
Jason Brunswick
Emily Long
Allison Wendel
Clara Wuebker
Abby Fleck
Gina Kramer
Olivia Hemmelgarn
Michelle Schwieterman
Kate Goodwin
Juniors
Melinda Meiring
Holly Lochtefeld
Sophomores
Derek Pierron
Lee Hess
Hannah Moeller
Shannon Bertke
Emily Mescher
Nikki Heckman
Michaela Tangeman
Ashlynn Berning
Justin Bohman
Freshmen
Mikayla Spoltman
Alaina Sanders
Lindsey Bergman
Chloe Bertke
SECOND HONORS
Seniors
Kendra Schemmel
Katie Elking
Beth Wolters
Bethany Wilker
Stacy Hartings
Pat Hess
Kristi Moorman
Amy Will
Troy Homan
Matt Bertke
Darrin Broering
Brook Albers
Austin Albers
Alex Ungruhn
Katie Heitkamp
Brandon Prenger
Dillon Hilgeford
Megan Wendel
Nathan Nagel
Brianna Bragg
Randy Knapschaefer
Chris Jones
Charlie Fortman
Raina Brown
Jo Hartings
Brooke Winner
Madison Chrisman
Rose Homan
Megan Subler
Adam Bertke
Juniors
Chris Lochtefeld
Allie Thobe
Nathan Heckman
Cadence Jacobs
Joe Schwieterman
Emily Bomholt
Carla Smith
Ryan Bruns
Dustin Rethman
Meg Schwieterman
Taylor Homan
Casey Rountree
Oksana Mizer
Alexis Wilker
Jessie Wynk
Kevin Bruns
Cory Heitkamp
Kristin Bachman
Sara Thwaits
Lucas Prenger
Amber Rutschilling
Heather Mescher
Jason Will
Kate Smith
Dustin Seitz
Sophomores
Derek Platfoot
Alyssa Ruhenkamp
Kyle Homan
Emily Buening
Jacob Zizelman
Chelsey Klosterman
Kendra Frey
Nicole Brunswick
Nathan Saintignon
Rose Berning
Nick Heitkamp
Maria Kramer
Molly Kindle
Allison Evers
Tyla Bergman
Jordan Heitkamp
Andrea Wynk
Hailey Mescher
Makenzie Albers
Student accepts scholarship
St. Marys Knights
of Columbus Council
1592, a long-time supporter of Wright State
University-Lake Campus, continues to contribute $150 dollar book
scholarship every year.
Since this is a matching
scholarship, the Western
Ohio Educational Foun-
dation matches the sum
giving a Lake Campus
student a total award of
$300. This award may be
used to purchase books
and/or supplies at the
Barnes & Noble bookstore located at the Lake
Campus.
Accepting the award
is Stephanie Jenkins of
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The Community Post welcomes letters to the editor and
submissions on relevant topics that concern our communities.
All submissions must be submitted no later than noon on
Monday the week of publication. Any submissions received
after that deadline will not be printed until the subsequent
issue. Submissions may be edited for content, grammar and
length.
St. Marys. Stephanie will
graduate this fall with
her Bachelor’s Degree in
Organizational Leadership. She plans to pursue
a graduate degree. Ms.
Jenkins is married with
two young children at
home.
Pictured in the photo
are: Julie Miller, WOEF
Development Officer is
shown presenting the
book scholarship check
to Stephanie L. Jenkins,
WSU-Lake Campus student.
Freshmen
Megan Schoenlein
Rachel Reichert
Lydia Wendel
Nick Heckman
Ashley Bruns
Morgan Ranly
Jessie Kramer
Courtney Schott
Macey Griesdorn
Sarah Fesenmyer
Jon Knapschaefer
Chloe Nagel
Vivian Garmann
Luke Moorman
Marie Wilker
Maddie Griesdorn
Shayla Bertke
Taylor Nagel
Jon Heitkamp
Joel Goodwin
Shane Hemmelgarn
Jared Bergman
Austin Schlater
Carly Ungruhn
Paige Clune
Amanda Schott
Nathan Bertke
John Freeman
Emily Homan
Kyle Koenig
Emily Otte
Caitlin Hess
THIRD HONORS
Seniors
Eric Schmitmeyer
Ashley Bower
Tim Droesch
Ross Reichert
Dustin Meyer
Quinten Barhorst
Molly Berning
Jill Evers
Hannah Heitbrink
Erin Griesdorn
Mindy Puthoff
Abbi Bergman
Allison Rosenbeck
Kiley Schlarman
Abby Moles
Dustin Grieshop
Mitch Spieth
Lindsey Schwieterman
Juniors
Evan Fleck
Henry Kunkler
Jon Zumwald
Karina Mizer
Alex Grieshop
Jenna Pierron
Rachel Otte
Chad Schlarman
Rachel Rohr
Jennifer Rethman
Rachel Berning
Collin Mescher
Beth Buening
Luke Knapke
Peyton Kramer
Lacie Mueller
Lucas Schmitmeyer
Ian Janson
Adam Kremer
Sophomores
Megan Grieshop
Jamie Dirksen
Haley Habodasz
Shelby Pleiman
Kevin Tangeman
Lisa Lange
Brian Schemmel
Juliette Mueller
Ashley Homan
Zach Hemmelgarn
Brianne Homan
Aaron Nietfeld
Taylor Bohman
Charlene Homan
Sarah Rengers
Anne Frysinger
Jacob Kleinhenz
Allie Prueter
Tyler Bertke
Caleb Schemmel
Dustin Brunswick
Freshmen
Alan Wynk
Luke Berning
Lance Brunswick
Duane Leugers
Matt Kahlig
Ryan Thobe
Abby Moeder
Nathan Moeller
Mitchell Kuether
Noah Pearcy
Jack Homan
Ryan Kemper
Troy Bruggeman
Logan Brunswick
Lindsey Schemmel
Reid Moeller
Sarah Schaadt
Bobby Osterloh
Devin Heitkamp
Briarwood completes first training
Briarwood Village Assisted Living Director has
successfully completed the
first training program and
examination for assisted
living executives in Ohio,
and has been awarded an
Ohio Certification.
Stephanie
Clark,
LNHA, Director of Assisted & Independent Living at Briarwood Village,
Coldwater, has successfully completed the new
Certified Executive for Assisted Living (CEAL) certification program offered
through the Ohio Centers for Assisted Living
(OCAL), and has passed
the NAB (National Association of Long Term Care
Administrator
Boards)
Residential Care/Assisted
Living
Administrators
Examination to earn the
CEAL designation.
CEAL is a comprehensive certification program
designed to elevate the
skills and professionalism
of assisted living administrators in Ohio by providing a national certification
along with Ohio's most
comprehensive state specific training.
The CEAL Training
Course is a combination of
interactive classroom training, guided self-study and
hands-on clinical learning.
Following
the
4-day CEAL Training
Course, candidates must
complete the NAB Examination to be awarded the
CEAL designation. The
Ohio CEAL is awarded to
candidates based on 100%
class participation including completion of in-class
quizzes, testing, and successful passage of the NAB
Examination.
OCAL kicked off its
first CEAL program with
a full class of 24 students
from across the state. The
program is designed for
experienced assisted living executives looking for
a competitive edge in the
marketplace, or those interested in obtaining the
necessary skills to successfully lead an assisted
living building in Ohio or
nationwide.
Although Ohio does
not currently require certification for assisted living administrators, CEAL
has aligned its program
curriculum with the NAB
Residential Care / Assist-
ed Living Administrators
Licensing Examination so
that credentialed assisted
living executives in Ohio
meet national competency standards and are well
positioned for any future
changes to Ohio's RCF
administrator
requirements. For more information about CEAL, please
contact the OCAL at 614436-4154.
Stephanie Clark has
worked at Briarwood since
November 2013. She is
also licensed as a nursing
home administrator.
Briarwood Village is a
112-bed skilled nursing facility and licensed assisted
living campus.
The facility is undergoing an addition to the east
side of the existing building and will provide an additional 12 one-bedroom
apartments to the existing
48 one and two bedroom
apartments. Serving the
community for over 45
years with a tradition of
caring, Briarwood has
taken the next step in offering quality and innovative services to Coldwater and the surrounding
communities.
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The Community Post
Eldora voted favorite speedway as the 2014 season gears up
ROSSBURG, Ohio
(March 28, 2014) —
Officials from SPEED
SPORT Magazine and
Nat ionalSpeedSpor tNews.com, America’s
trusted
motorsports
authority since 1934,
announced today that
their readers have voted Eldora Speedway as
‘My Favorite Track’ for
the third consecutive
year.
Located just 60 miles
northwest of Dayton,
Ohio in historic Darke
County, the .500-mile
clay oval, owned by
three-time
NASCAR
Sprint Cup Champion Tony Stewart, garnered 19.4 percent of
the vote outdistancing Iowa’s Knoxville
Raceway’s 10.6 percent
share. A total of 274
tracks received votes in
the online contest that
boasted participation by
nearly five-times more
individual fans than
the 2013 contest. Eldora bested Indianapolis Motor Speedway
in the 2013 and 2012
voting.
“Whenever
someone visits Eldora for the
first time, their initial
comments are about
the number of campers and the size of the
crowd — and they still
have yet to see cars on
the track,” said Eldora
Speedway General Manager Roger Slack. “Our
dedicated and loyal fans
are as much a part of the
Eldora experience as
the breathtaking action
on the high banks and
that is why this award
carries such significance
to everyone here — because it is the fans who
continue to vote Eldora
Speedway as their favorite track in the country.”
SPEED SPORT and
the National Speedway
Directory will present
the "My Favorite Tracks"
award later this year.
The Top 10
1. Eldora Speedway,
Rossburg, Ohio
2. Knoxville Raceway,
Knoxville, Iowa
3. Oswego Speedway,
Oswego, N.Y.
4. Road America,
Elkhart Lake, Wis.
5. Salina Highbanks
Speedway, Salina, Okla.
6. Indianapolis Motor
Speedway, Indianapolis,
Ind.
7. Williams Grove
Speedway, Mechanicsburg, Pa.
8. Kokomo Speedway,
Kokomo, Ind.
9. Tri-State Speedway, Haubstadt, Ind.
10. Canadian Tire
Motorsports Park, Bowmanville, Ontario
About Eldora Speedway:
Since opening in
1954, Eldora Speedway
has proven to be a frontrunner in motorsports
growth and stability.
Celebrating its 61st season in 2014, Eldora
hosts some of the biggest events in short-track
racing including the
$100,000-to-win Dirt
Late Model Dream presented by Ferris Mowers, the $50,000-to-win
Kings Royal, the 1-800
CarCash Mudsummer
Classic and the 44th Annual World 100.
The historic, halfmile dirt oval features
the World of Outlaws
STP Sprint Cars, DIRTcar Dirt Late Models,
DIRTcar
Modifieds,
All-Star Circuit of
Champions Sprint Cars,
USAC National Silver
Crown, Sprint Cars and
Midgets, National Racing Alliance Sprint Invaders, U.S. Hot Rod
Association
Monster
Jam, Eldora Stocks and
the NASCAR Camping
World Truck Series –
the only NASCAR National Series event to be
held on a dirt track.
To learn more, please
visit www.EldoraSpeedway.com or call the Eldora Speedway box office at (937) 338-3815.
Additionally, behindthe-scenes access can
be found by following
@EldoraSpeedway on
Twitter, hitting ‘Like’
at
Facebook.com/EldoraSpeedway and by
viewing video highlights
at YouTube.com/EldoraSpeedwayInc.
The Eldora Speedway app for the iPhone,
iPad and Android is also
available for download
via iTunes and Google
Play.
Eldora roaring into another season, remembering the past
Pictured above and below are photos of Eldora from throughout the years. All photos are from Eldora.com and are apart of a series marking Eldora’s history.
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The Community Post
2014 Minster girls track team
Hannah Barga
Olivia Enneking
Leah Niekamp
Alexis Sharp
Chelsea Stewart
Holly Barhorst
Gabrielle Barga
Maria Heckman
Cassie Jutte
Taylor Meiring
Alana Poeppelman
Bridget McGowan
Jenna Sekas
Kayla Thien
Nicole Will
Kolbe Purcell
Lisa Barlage
Kaci Bornhorst
Katherine Burke
Erin Cavanaugh
Jenna Collins
Mya Francis
Morgan Heuker
LeAnn Huelsman
Amanda Lehmkuhl
Maggie Meiring
Kristen Phlipot
Kelsey Richard
Julia Slonkosky
Cortney Thien
Savannah Weigandt
Katie Wuebker
Ali Borgerding
Lisa Borges
Leah Brandewie
Jordyn Heitbrink
Sara Huwer
Savanah Luthman
Natalie Oakley
Morgan Pohl
Jenny Trzaska
Angela Warvelle
Amanda Winner
2014 Minster boys track team
Blanco, Alex
Byers, Dylan
Kitzmiller, Aaron
Poeppelman, Noah
Prenger, Kyle
Sonkosky, Anthony
Winner, Tony
Albers Jacob
Boehnlein, Adam
Butler, Ben
Dues, Jacob
Eiting, Zach
Enneking, Jacob
Grieshop, Derek
Huelsman, Evan
Monnin, Ethan
Otting, Josh
Poeppelman, Jack
Puthoff Ben
Ranly, Peter
Schultz, Jason
Stechschulte, Jacob
Stoner, Chad
Thobe, Jared
Tumbusch, Conner
Gunner Blanke
Austin Brackman
Sam Dues
Jon Fausey
Gabe Goodwin
Joe Trzaska
Eli Wolf
Andy Albers
Christian Boehnlien
Trey Conkle
Paul Dues
Wes Hegemann
Jon Heuker
AJ Huelsman
Scott Sekas
Dominic Slonkosky
Alex Winner
2014 Minster baseball team
John Baumer
Clay Brown
Garrett Hogenkamp
Brandon Hoying
Max Huber
Brad Walterbusch
Ethan Wolf
Jacob Wuebker
Blake Ahrns
Sam Bornhorst
Blake Mallory
JR Nixon
Drew Ripploh
Matthew Trushaw
Ryan Brown
Dane Dahlinghaus
Jacob Enneking
Peter Falk
Reid Frick
Kyle Heitkamp
Brett Hoelscher
Josh Nixon
2014 Minster softball team
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Marissa Conrad
Erin Eley
Rachel Heckaman
Sara Hosey
Sam Osterfeld
Kathy Prenger
Kayla Richard
Citlali Elena
Michaela Goettemoeller
Regan Hahn
Danielle Monnin
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Jessica Berelsman
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Britenee Stevens
MAC baseball scores
Celina- 3
Fort Recovery- 2
Bradford- 4
New Bremen- 3
Covington- 8
N. Knoxville- 6
St. Marys- 8
Parkway- 0
St. Henry- 4
Indian Lake- 2
Versailles- 8
Arcanum- 1
MAC softball scores
Coldwater- 15
Perry- 7
Parkway- 9
Spencerville- 1
Bradford- 10
New Bremen- 1
St. Henry- 5
Celina- 2
New Bremen falls to Bradford
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2:49 PM
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the sixth inning to rally past the New
Bremen baseball team 4-3 in a seasonopener on Monday.
Travis Bertelsen went 2 for 4 with a
run batted in. Nick Gusching and James
Kronenberger each had runs batted in
for New Bremen.
Bertelsen was the hard-luck loser on
the mound for the Cardinals. He worked
six sterling innings, giving up no earned
runs on two hits with four strikeouts
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Bennett Staton doubled for the Cardinals.
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MARIA STEIN — The St.
Marys Roughriders softball team
didn’t have much prep against live
pitching for Monday evening’s game
at Marion Local, but they showed
some pop at the plate. But it was the
Flyers who got two-run home runs
from Mindy Puthoff and Megan
Wendel to defeat the Riders 10-6 in
the first game of the season.
“This was only the second time
that we have seen a live pitcher,” Riders head coach Sue Grothouse said.
“There are a lot of things that we
need to work on but I was pleased
with the way we did things.”
Puthoff finished the game three
for three and two RBI’s and Wendel
was three for four at the plate with
three RBI’s.
For the Riders Sara Little was
three for three with two RBI’s and
Amy Wicker was four for four with
three singles and a double and three
RBI’s.
The Riders got on the board first
with a run in the first inning. Sara
Little started the game with a single.
Josalyn Schamp reached safely on
a bunt with Little reaching second
safely and advanced to third when
Schamp was tagged out at second.
Following a ground out, Quincy
Rable singled to score Little with
the first run.
The Flyers bounced back with a
big inning of their own in the bottom of the first.
Brianna Bragg led off with a
bunt single and went to second
on a sacrifice bunt by Mindy Puthoof. Following a pop up, Megan
Wendel singled to drive home
Bragg with the tying run. Wendel advanced to second on a wild
pitch.
Hannah Moeller drew a walk
and Claudia Mescher drew a walk
to load the bases and Wendel came
home on an error by the catcher
allowing Moeller to go to second.
After a steal of second by Mescher,
Amy Wolf singled to score Moeller
and Mescher to make the score 4-1.
Kate Goodwin struck out swinging
to end the inning.
The Riders came back to trail by
one in the top of the second inning.
Amy Wicker began the inning
with a single and went to second
when Allison Cottermanreached on
an error. Wicker was picked off at
second for the first out, but Jennifer
Lauth drew a walk with Cotterman
going to second.
Allison Langsdon grounded out
with both runners advancing and
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Bridal fashions changing to meet demand
By ANNE PUTHOFF
Fabulous new Bridal
Gowns are arriving in
stores now.
Designers have been listening
to brides’ requests and
change is in the air. The
newest looks incorporate
classic elements with a
nod to tradition while
adding an edge of romance for today’s bride.
Vintage and country
themed weddings have
been all the rage across
the country for several
seasons and wedding
gown trends are still following along. All lace
or lace accented bridal
gowns are still very popular fueled by the interest
in “vintage” looks. After
several seasons of simple,
elegant designs that put
the emphasis on fabric
details such as rouching
and pleating with fewer
beaded or embroidered
embellishments, lace is
back in a big way! Fit
and flare styles that skim
the hips and become full
skirts just above the knees
fashioned completely of
lace are especially popu-
lar. Lace also is a big
factor in the trend moving away from strapless
styles. Many lace gowns
feature sheer shoulder
treatments creating dramatic necklines and detailed back treatments.
Back detail is a very
strong trend right now,
with many styles putting
even more emphasis and
embellishments on the
back than the fronts of
the gown. Sheer backs
with lace or beaded accents create a dramatic
look many brides are
seeking.
Tank and cap sleeve
gowns are increasingly
available. Short bolero
jackets in lace or matching
fabric top many gowns.
After years of strapless
popularity, many brides
are shopping with “I
don’t want strapless, I
want something different” in mind. Again, the
designers have obliged
with a gorgeous array of
strapless alternatives.
While slim silhouettes are still popular,
requests for ball gowns
are on the rise. Embroidered bodices encrusted
with crystals and beadwork topping tulle skirts
are parts of many designers’ collections. Full
tulle skirts topped with
lace tank bodices, one
should styles and even
long sleeves are appearing more and more. The
skirts themselves are seeing variations including
soft lace appliques, scattered beading and ribbon edging. A-line satin
or taffeta skirt gives the
bride who wants a full
but not HUGE skirt an
alternative.
Of course if you've always dreamed of a simple
satin sheath or an elaborately beaded gown, those
looks are readily available
too! There will always
be a market for the traditional fairy tale wedding
gown, and they round
out this season’s offerings.
With the current array of
styles to choose from, every bride will be able to
find the gown she’s been
dreaming of for her big
day.
ting down nearly 1,100
Chinese websites selling
knockoff dresses and freezing bank accounts held by
these sites. The economic
blow hits the counterfeit
sites during the spring
selling season when prom
dress and wedding gown
sales peak in the U.S.
According to the American Bridal and Prom Industry Association (ABPIA), a non-profit trade
group, Chinese websites
ship at least 600,000
knockoff dresses annually
into the U.S. The ABPIA
estimates $300 million in
lost revenue each year for
the American special occasion industry.
The websites, which are
almost exclusively located
in China, scam consumers
by using the original designers’ photos and trademarks to mislead shoppers
into thinking they are buying an authentic design at
an unbelievable price.
The unstable labor
force and rapidly rising
cost for fabrics, beads,
etc. (also produced primarily in Asia) are causing a rapid rise in costs at
every stage of the bridal
gown sale. Manufacturers
have done their best to
hold down prices, yet they
continue to rise at an unprecedented rate. Higher
prices inspire brides to
look for bargains, and unscrupulous websites are
there to “provide” them.
Posting pictures of beautiful designer gowns, these
sites claim to be selling
these gowns for a fraction
of what they would cost if
purchased from an authorized retailer. What unsuspecting customers actually receive is a poorly made
copy of the designer original fashioned from cheap
materials which may or
may not even fit. Buyer
Beware! By the time many
brides get their counterfeit gowns, they have no
way to get their money
back and very little time to
order a replacement. Designers of the “real” gown
the bride thought she was
Consumers need to be aware of counterfeit dresses
By ANNE PUTHOFF
The internet is currently offering a huge selection
of websites that will send
you a “designer gown” to
your door direct from the
Chinese manufacturing
company. Many customers are extremely disappointed in the gown they
ultimately receive. The
bridal industry at large is
launching an initiative to
combat these pirated copies of gowns of all types.
The US Customs Department is also reviewing the
situation. Progress is being
made in the effort to protect American consumers
and businesses alike from
these sinister websites.
According to a post on
http://apparel.edgl.com/
posted on3/18/14:
Bridal, Prom Companies Shut Down Chinese
Counterfeiters
American Bridal and
Prom companies have
scored a major victory in
their legal battle against
counterfeiters with a
federal court order shut-
getting are not affiliated
with these discounters
and cannot do anything to
help a bride who believed
she was buying one of
their creations.
When gown shopping,
whether it’s for bridal,
bridesmaids,
mothers
or prom, it’s important
to listen to the advice of
an independent formalwear retailer. When your
consultant tells you your
gown needs to be ordered
much sooner or tries to explain why you’ll pay a little
more for your gown than
your older sister had to a
few years ago, rest assured
that person has your best
interests at heart. Working with a bridal store you
trust means you will have
an advocate at every stage
of your purchase if you
have a problem. Remember, you get what you pay
for.
Pictured above is a counterfeit dress.
Pictured below is a designer dress.
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Bridal
Finding the right suit for a summer wedding
Weddings are a time
to get dolled up. Though
some gentlemen may be
tempted to wear the suit
they wear to work, a formal event necessitates
something a bit more
remarkable. When the
weather is warm, some
men may scoff at the
idea of wearing a full suit
or even a tuxedo. But
just because a person
is wearing pants and a
jacket doesn't mean the
suit must be dark and
heavy.
Although dark colors
are traditional for weddings, dark, heavy fabrics will absorb the sun's
rays, making the groom
and his groomsmen
uncomfortable.
Even
when a warm-weather
wedding takes place
largely indoors where
it is climate controlled,
many couples choose
to have the ceremony
outdoors, where they
pose for photographs as
well. The groom and his
groomsmen will want
to be comfortable during these times, and the
right suit and fabric can
make all the difference.
Linen and cotton are
all-natural fabrics that
are made from plant fibers. They are much
lighter weight than
wool, and linen and cotton suits may be more
comfortable. But linen
and cotton are highly
prone to wrinkling, and
a wrinkled suit will not
present well in a formal
setting. Cotton and linen may be best reserved
for informal weddings
or those that will be taking place outdoors or
beachside. Seersucker
suits are made from cotton in a unique weaving
pattern that lets air ventilate through the material. Seersucker suits
may be most popular in
the southeastern United States, but they can
be worn anywhere the
weather is warm. Many
of these suits are manufactured in a gray, blue
and brown striped pattern. Again, due to the
lightweight fabric, you
will feel cool. For less
formal weddings, a seersucker suit may fit.
A khaki suit or a tan
one may work better if
the wedding is more formal. Ensure the accessories are in place to make
this look work. The suit
should fit well and be
tailored appropriately.
Sharp creases in the
pants and a crisp shirt
and tie can complete the
look. If the groomsmen
are in coordinating suits,
a tan or khaki color will
not look out of place. If
a full suit still feels too
stiff, a nice blazer paired
with a complementary
colored trouser may be
appropriate for a less
formal affair.
Some grooms want to
err on the side of caution and stick with a
classic suit or tuxedo. In
such instances, grooms
may want to investigate
lighter weight wools.
Such suits won't be as
confining as a heavier
suit. Grooms wearing
a tuxedo may want to
choose a white tuxedo.
A white tuxedo will look
pristine and fit with a
formal theme. And the
white will reflect the sun
and be cooler without
looking casual.
A groom who does not
mind a midday wardrobe
change can opt to wear a
standard suit or tuxedo
and plan to change later
on for the reception.
He can coordinate with
his new bride and step
into something more
comfortable for dancing
and enjoying the ensuing party. This allows
for formality when the
moments call for it and
comfort later on in the
day.
Dressing for a warm
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A wedding is a oncein-a-lifetime event for
many couples, so brides
and grooms wish for the
event to be momentous
and memorable. As such,
couples are increasingly
integrating personal nuances into their ceremonies and receptions to
tailor weddings to their
unique visions. The desire
to include personalized
wedding vows continues
to be a popular trend.
If you are considering
personalized
wedding
vows, first realize that it
may not be a simple task.
That’s because you want
the message conveyed
to be dear to your heart,
and that can be challenging when faced with the
pressures and planning of
the rest of the wedding.
That isn’t to say that writing your own vows is impossible. Here are some
guidelines for personalizing your ceremony with
your own sentiments.
• Schedule time for
writing. Amid the bustle
of dress fittings and interviews with photographers,
it can be easy to put off the
important task of writing
vows for another day. But
as any great writer can attest, it takes writing -- and
rewriting -- to achieve a
finished product you can
be proud of. Give the
task of writing your vows
your undivided attention.
Mark it in on your calendar or set a reminder on
your computer just as you
would any other appointment.
• Be aware of ceremony
guidelines. It is best to
check with your officiant
and confirm that personalized wedding vows are
allowed. During civil ceremonies it’s often acceptable to customize vows
as you see fit. However,
during religious ceremonies there may be lines
of scripture that need to
be read or certain passages required. Before
you spend hours working
on the task, be sure that it
is allowed and that your
spouse and you are on the
same page.
• Jot down your feelings. Answer some questions about what marriage
means to you and how you
feel about your spouse.
Try to avoid trite sayings
and think from your heart
and personal experiences.
Think about what is the
most important thing
you want to promise to
your future partner. These
notes can serve as the
starting points for the actual vows.
• Read inspirational
writings. Perhaps there is
an author or a poet who
inspires you? You can
quote certain writers in
your vows or let the tone
of their works help shape
the words of your vows.
There also are suggested
wedding readings and
other quotes about marriage readily available at
the library or with a quick
search online.
•Decide on a tone. Although the day is based
on love and affection, you
may not feel comfortable
spouting words of adoration in front of friends and
family. Feel free to tap into
your unique personality.
Humor can be used if it
aligns with the way you
normally express your affections. Be sure to weave
this tone into more traditional passages to create
a cohesive expression of
your feelings.
• Establish an outline.
Put together all of the
words and phrases you’ve
jotted down into an outline to help you organize
the flow of the vows, using
these words as a blueprint
for the vows and building
upon them. Make sure the
vows will be concise. Aim
for your entire speech to
be around 1 minute in
length to keep everyone
engaged and the ceremony moving along.
•Put everything together. Draft your vows
and then practice them by
reading out loud. You want
to avoid long sentences or
anything that trips you
up. Although large words
may sound impressive,
they could make the vows
seem too academic and
not necessarily heartfelt.
Enlist the help of a friend
or two to act as your audience to see if the vows
sound good and are easily
understandable.
Writing your own vows
can be a way to include
personal expressions of
love into a couple’s wedding day. Public speaking is seldom easy, nor is
finding the perfect words
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a future spouse. However, with some practice
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Picking out the perfect prom dress
By ANNE PUTHOFF
What does the perfect
prom dress look like for
prom 2014? Just about
anything you want it to!
Hot styles for this season
are so diverse, every girl
should be able to find a
dress that is just right for
her. Traditional styles
like the beaded strapless
sheath, the a-line and
the tulle ball gown are all
available, and joined this
year by some new trends.
The most note able new
looks this year are higher
necklines, closed backs
and shoulder treatments.
Finally moving away
from almost all strapless
styles, sheer fabric with
lace, beads, cutouts or a
combination of all three
cover the front and back
necklines, in some cases
creating a cap sleeve look,
giving the look of modest elegance that girls
(and dads) everywhere
seem to love. This versatile look tops ball gown,
flowing chiffon skirts and
sleek jersey sheaths with
equal beauty, adding to
its popularity and appealing to girls with many different figure types.
The fit and flare silhouette is also still very popular. The 2014 twist is
making the lower skirt of
a sheer fabric, letting just
the shadow of legs show
through. Fully lined skirts
with built in crinoline
layers for added volume
are also still popular.
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a bead they call Chameleon stones which take
on the color of any fabric
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A wide variety of cut-
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to many styles. Some are
lined with a sheer fabric and overlayed with
sparkle and others make
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Understanding the dress
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Picking out the date
Many couples find themselves bombarded with questions the moment
they become engaged, and perhaps
no questions is more common than,
"When is the wedding?"
Although a number of couples
would prefer to bask in the excitement
of their engagement, some couples feel
pressured to rush into picking a wedding date. Choosing a wedding date
without giving it much consideration
may make things more difficult down
the road. Rather than jumping head
first into any decisions, couples should
give thought to any and all dates and
decide if there are certain times of the
year they want to tie the knot or avoid.
Season
When thinking about potential wedding dates, it helps to have a place to
start. Some couples find it helpful to
start with a particular season and then
narrow it down from there. Decide if
you prefer the lush greenery of summer or the amazing color spectrum of
an autumn afternoon. Perhaps you envision arriving at the ceremony with a
snow-packed landscape amid twinkling
holiday lights? Think about the season
when you feel most happy and then determine if that time of year is doable.
Month
Certain months may seem perfect,
but not for busy professionals or those
with limited vacation time at their disposal. For example, early spring may
not be good for accountants tallying
year-end numbers. Teachers may feel
most comfortable tying the knot in the
summer when they already have days
off. If you run a pool business or a lawn
maintenance company, then the summer might not be so good. Keep these
factors in mind.
Holidays
Some people would like to tie their
wedding day to a particular holiday.
Valentine's Day is popular for weddings
thanks to the romantic sentiments synonymous with the holiday, while some
couples prefer Halloween or Christmas
weddings. Holiday weddings can be ex-
citing, but they also produce significant
obstacles that couples who choose to
get married during other times of year
don't have to worry about. Guests may
not want to travel or spend time away
from their families to attend a holiday
wedding. Having a wedding during a
holiday may mean competing for vendors and reception spaces. Prices on
everything from food to flowers to airline tickets could be higher as vendors
cash in on customer demand.
Day of the week
It's less expensive for couples to get
married on Fridays and Sundays than
Saturday afternoons or evenings. Couples may think that the money saved
will be well worth it, but they also
should think about how this decision
may affect their guests. A Friday wedding requires people to take off from
work or school. Sunday weddings may
be slightly more convenient, but those
who have to get back to work on Monday may be tired from late-night festivities. Couples should anticipate some
guests not making it to their weddings
when those weddings are not on Saturdays.
Religious constraints
Couples having religious ceremonies should consult with their houses
of worship as to which dates are acceptable. Some will not have weddings
on days of religious observation. It is
wise to consult with a church, synagogue or mosque before booking any
other components of the wedding so
that you are certain your chosen day is
acceptable.
Any available dates
Your wedding date may be dictated
by your caterer or wedding hall. If you
have a particular venue in mind, you
may be limited by their availability.
This is a concession you will need to
make if your heart is set on this particular location.
Planning a wedding can be exciting.
But the ball cannot get rolling until
couples first choose the day they will
tie the knot.
Avoid these dates
for a wedding day
Some couples are excited by the prospect of
hosting their weddings
during holiday weekends. After all, having off
on a Friday or a Monday
provides an extra day for
recovery or planning the
wedding. But holiday
weekends might not be
embraced by potential
guests. Travel costs and
accommodations could
be higher around holiday weekends, and some
people have family traditions or other plans they
may not want to miss during a holiday weekend.
In terms of obstacles for
couples, reception sites
and vendors may charge
higher fees to book a
holiday weekend wedding, or they may be full
on the dates you request.
Looking ahead to 2015,
here are the prominent
holidays and when they
occur, so you can plan accordingly.
Easter: Weekend of
April 4
Mother's Day: Weekend of May 9
Memorial Day: Weekend of May 23
Father's Day: Weekend
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Independence
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Independence
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Labor Day: Weekend
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Columbus Day: Weekend of October 10
Halloween: Saturday,
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Thanksgiving: Thursday, November 26
Christmas: Friday, December 25
Boxing Day: Saturday,
December 26
Quirky numerical dates
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Should couples have
save-the-date cards?
Many couples find
that tradition reigns supreme when planning a
weddings. Certain traditions, such as fathers
walking their daughters down the aisle and
grooms sharing a dance
with their mothers at the
reception, are moments
to cherish. Though such
traditions have withstood the test of time,
couples still have some
opportunities to embrace relatively recent
traditions.
One such recent tradition is the save-thedate card, a precursor to
wedding invitations that
simply lets guests know
when the wedding is so
they can clear their calendars and be there on a
couple's big day. While
save-the-date cards are
best kept simple, there
are a few rules couples
should follow before
sending their cards out
to loved ones.
• Finalize the guest
list before sending savethe-date cards. Couples must finalize their
guest lists before sending their save-the-date
cards. Doing so avoids
the potentially messy
situation that would no
doubt arise if a person
were to receive a savethe-date card but then
not make the final guest
list. Trimming the guest
list often comes down to
finances, so couples also
want to agree on their
budget before sending
out their save-the-date
cards. Once the guest
list has been finalized,
couples can send out
their save-the-date cards
as soon as possible.
• Confirm addresses.
Couples should confirm
their loved ones' addresses before mailing
any save-the-date cards.
This can be easily accomplished by sending
mass emails to friends
and family members or
contacting
individuals via private messages
sent on social media
sites. Postage to send
save-the-date cards can
be costly, especially for
couples with large guest
lists. Confirming addresses can save couples
money on potentially
wasted postage should
the cards be returned
because they were sent
to the wrong address.
In addition, confirming
addresses ensures everyone gets their cards
and no one feels left out
when relatives receive
cards and they don't because a couple did not
have their correct address.
• Keep things appropriate.
Save-the-date
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Keeping the energy tank full on the big day
A couple's wedding day is the culmination of months and months of planning. For most, it is one of the most
memorable, magical days of their lives,
filled with fond moments of time spent
with close friends and family.
As enjoyable as a wedding can be,
most brides and grooms who have already tied the knot can attest that a
wedding is a long, often tiring day. It is
very easy for energy levels to wane. To
ensure you have enough energy to last
through to the final good-bye of the
evening, follow these suggestions to remain energized.
• Recognize your wedding day is a
very long day. It's possible to rise quite
early in the morning to begin prepping
with makeup, hair styles, wardrobe and
more. If the party is an evening reception, it could last until the wee hours of
the morning. You may find yourself up
for nearly 24 hours, when the cameras
will be flashing and the video rolling
throughout. Naturally, you'll want to
look your best throughout.
• Get a good night's sleep the night
before. Get to bed early the night before
so you will get ample sleep and look
rested. It is understandable that nerves
and excitement may get the best of you
and make it difficult to fall asleep. If you
often grow anxious and struggle to fall
asleep before big events, talk to your
doctor prior to the wedding to ask if
you can be prescribed a one-time-only
sleeping pill that will ensure you get to
sleep promptly. Do not take this medication with alcohol, and be sure to take
it only if you can get a full 7 to 8 hours
of sleep. Otherwise you may experience
medicine hangover.
• Enjoy a hearty breakfast. At breakfast on the morning of your wedding,
consume a combination of carbohydrates and protein. The carbs will provide the initial burst of energy you need
to get going, and the protein will keep
you feeling full. A combination of whole
wheat toast, fresh fruit and Greek yogurt makes for a filling start to the day.
• Stay hydrated. Although drinking a
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Is a wedding day loan the right choice?
Engaged couples about to take a trip down the
aisle are increasingly choosing to pay for the wedding themselves. Where it used to be tradition for
the bride's parents to handle the bill for the occasion,
today the responsibility for funding has largely fallen
into the hands of the prospective bride and groom. To
meet the financial demands of the modern wedding,
some individuals turn to loans for financing a portion
or all of the wedding. You may question whether this
is a good idea.
As with any situation, there are pros and cons. The
same can be said about a wedding loan. The following
are some factors you will need to consider before taking out a loan.
One of the most important things to realize is that a
wedding loan, like any loan, will need to be paid back
and interest fees will be included. What that means is
that, by the end of the payback period, you will have
spent several thousand dollars more on the loans than
the original principal amount when interest is added
in. If you're taking out a loan because you've already
gone above budget on wedding expenses, a loan may
push that budget even further into the red.
That being said, there are some instances where a
loan may be an option that works for a couple. For example, couples who anticipate considerable monetary
gifts from guests attending the wedding can offset the
cost of the loan with those gifts. Some couples might
begin their professional careers after their wedding,
which will increase their salary enough to repay the
loan quickly. Others may actually have the money for
the wedding, but want to use a loan as a way to establish strong joint credit as a new couple.
However, many couples take out loans because
they simply cannot afford their dream wedding. In a
world where many people already live beyond their
means — financing cars, homes, retail purchases —
a wedding loan may just be another shovelful of soil
on a financial grave. The consensus among financial
experts is that it is better to scale back the wedding
or postpone it until you can save money the old-fashioned way instead of taking out a loan.
But if a loan seems the only option, here are some
tips.
• Shop around on a wedding loan, just as with any
other loan. Find the best rates and terms before settling on a lender.
• Decide how much you can afford to pay back with-
in 2 to 3 years and how much the monthly payment
will be. Then take out the loan only in that amount.
• Figure out which portions of the wedding can be
scaled back to make the finances work.
•See if options like refinancing a home or borrowing from family would be better than taking out a
loan.
• Look at banks, credit unions and even programs
sponsored through your employer to compare rates
on loans.
• Wedding loans may be secured or unsecured. A
home or car can serve as a form of security in a secured loan. Unsecured wedding loans do not require
a form of security.
•Personal loans, like wedding loans, generally have
low annual percentage rates. It may be worth it to take
out the loan rather than using a credit card for financing because the card's rates could be double.
Keep in mind that a wedding loan -- even if it comes
at a low interest rate — means you're starting out your
new life together with a large amount of debt for an
event that lasts one day. Think about whether the wedding of your dreams is worth using that joint checking
account to pay off months of wedding debt.
Wedding showers continue to break from tradition
Rain showers on a wedding day may bring good luck,
but they are seldom coveted.
However, a different type of
shower altogether is often
highly anticipated and can
help couples feel like they're
one in a million.
Wedding showers are giftgiving parties held for couples
about to get married. The
custom began in the nineteenth century and continues
to present day, primarily in
North America and Australia.
Guests traditionally "shower"
the bride-to-be with all the
necessities (and some fun extras) that she will need after
she ties the knot. These gifts
will help the soon-to-be-married couple establish a home
together.
Bridal showers are steeped
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The Community Post
Wilson Memorial hosts annual fundraiser ball
The 20th Wilson Memorial Hospital Foundation Ball took place at the
Piqua Country Club and
honored Tom Boecker,
President & CEO of Wilson Memorial Hospital.
His illustrious career at
Wilson has spanned more
than 40 years. 225 guests
joined in the celebration.
Including the 2014 proceeds of nearly $55,700,
a total net of more than
$582,700 has been raised
for the Wilson Memorial Hospital Foundation’s
general endowment fund
to provide future funding
for capital equipment and
patient care needs.
Bonnie Faulkner, executive director of the
Wilson Memorial Hospital Foundation, welcomed
guests to the charity event.
“This year is so special
and, at the same time, very
bittersweet! We are honoring Tom Boecker, President and CEO of Wilson
Memorial Hospital, for 40
years of service and, in addition, we are celebrating
his retirement. He is an
extraordinary man in so
many ways and I am fortunate to have been able to
know and work with him.”
Faulkner continued, “A
successful team is a group
of many hands but of one
mind. Tom has forged
more than 700 of us into
a cohesive team and accomplished so much for
Wilson Memorial.”
Faulkner then invited
Dr. Robert McDevitt,
general surgeon and Chief
of Staff at Wilson to the
podium to offer his congratulations.
McDevitt
shared his thoughts stating, “Tom listens carefully
and thoughtfully and gives
his honest opinion to any
and all ideas or criticisms I
offer on behalf of the physicians. In addition, he has
been instrumental in recruiting almost every current medical staff member
at Wilson.”
Wilson
Foundation
Board chair, Mike Dodds,
next stepped to the podium to share his thoughts.
“After joining Wilson in
1973, Tom was named
CEO in 1997. As we honor him tonight, I want to
share some of his career
accomplishments at Wilson Memorial Hospital.
They include establishing
Wilson Home Health/
Hospice, Wilson Care,
LLC, Occupational Health
Department, Copeland
Emerson Family Birth
Center, Sports Medicine
Program, Cardiovascular cath lab, and Wilson’s
Urgent Care just to name
a few. Additionally, with
his support and guidance,
the Foundation has also
made great strides including raising a total of nearly
$13.5 million from 1991
to 2013 with total assets of
the Foundation approaching $8 million.”
In closing, Dodds said,
“Even though Tom will be
retiring, he has left a solid
base for future growth at
Wilson Memorial Hospital. Already, plans have
been developed for a major addition to the hospital. I am sure that all who
are involved will want to
continue the visionary
legacy that Tom shared
with Wilson.”
Ken Monnier, Chair
of the Wilson Hospital
Board of Trustees, was
introduced and took
his place at the podium.
Monnier addressed his
comments directly to
Boecker stating, “Tom,
many physical expansions,
service line additions, and
technology upgrades over
the past number of years
at Wilson have been successfully completed under your leadership and
guidance. However, your
greatest contribution has
been the creation of a
strong and passionate culture of excellence that reflects the very fabric that is
Wilson Memorial Hospital. Thanks to your unique
individuality as a coach, a
mentor and caring leader,
Wilson is a far better place,
given the tremendous love
and passion you have
poured forth over these
40 years of service, and for
this, we owe you a great
debt of gratitude.”
At the conclusion of his
remarks, Monnier invited
Tom and Sandy Boecker
to join him at the podium
where he offered a champagne toast and presented
Mrs. Boecker with a bouquet of red roses.
Tom Boecker, President and CEO of Wilson
Memorial then offered
his perspective beginning
with expressions of appreciation to guests, including his family and many
members of the Wilson
Hospital staff, for their
attendance.
“Everyone
here tonight has played a
significant role in the suc-
cess of Wilson Hospital
—physicians, employees,
board members, auxiliary
members, and community-at-large. This will
be my last ball as CEO of
Wilson. Sandy and I will,
however, continue to attend as a community supporter as you all have done
for so many years. I have
reflected on my career at
Wilson and feel somehow
I was destined to be here.
Sandy and I together have
been part of Wilson’s team
for over 68 years!!!”
Boecker
continued,
“When you’re part of an
organization for 40 plus
years, the staff is much
more than fellow employees; they are your extended family. I will miss
them.” In closing, Boecker
said, “We will continue to
need Wilson, as will everyone in the Shelby County
region. We know Wilson
will continue to be a strong
independent hospital capable of offering compassionate and expert care to
our community.”
Following
dinner,
guests enjoyed music for
all types of dancing provided by DJ Tony Brown.
Guests received a framed
professional photo by Picture Perfect Photo & Design as a memento of the
evening.
Stan Evans was the successful bidder for the luxury suite for 20 at an April
Dayton Dragon’s home
game.
Dale Peterson
placed the winning bid for
a week in a Hilton Head
Island Villa at the Westin
Resort accommodating
up to six guests with free
golf daily for four golfers.
The ultimate OSU fan
package including two
tickets for the OSU vs.
Kent State game and OSU
apparel for men and women went to Darrell Marshall. Harry Faulkner outbid many other basketball
fans to secure four tickets
and parking pass for the
Pacers vs. Thunder game
Sunday, April 13 — courtesy of Todd Taylor — Indiana Pacers.
Four hours of professional DJ service donated
by Tony Brown went to
Shane Roe and Cyndy
Emerson had the winning
bid for Minster Bank’s
Complete K-Cup brewing
system, mugs, and supplies.
Successful bidders in
the silent auction for sports
memorabilia donated by
Staedtler Brothers were:
Dan Bensman - Johnny
Cueto autographed baseball; Jason Stiver - Marvin Lewis autographed
mini-helmet. Those who
outbid their competitors
for a framed photo with
autograph were: Tom
Milligan - Joe DeMaggio;
Jeff Klingel - George Foster; Brad Sullivan - Marty
Brenemann; Matt Heckler - Bill Mazeroski; Tony
Brown - Willie Stargell.
Kathy McDevitt and
Jennifer Hale were the
lucky winners of the
$2,000 gift certificates
from Harris Jeweler.
Winners of this year’s
raffle prizes include: Dr.
Rabindra Kitchener - two
tickets to Memphis at
the Schuster courtesy of
Vance and Linda Stew-
art; Tom Milligan - one
week in a condominium
anywhere in the world at
a Resort Condominiums
International (RCI) affiliate provided by the Wilson Memorial Hospital
Foundation; Mike Dodds
— $2,000 travel gift certificate courtesy of AAA
Shelby County; Michelle
Mead — $200 Picture
Perfect Photo Gift Certificate donated by Picture
Perfect Photo & Design;
Rick Schulte - two Grand
Patron tickets to the 2015
Wilson Foundation Ball;
Rhonda Keister — a gift
basket courtesy of Kathy
Nichols containing a variety of specialty items; Bill
Thomas — four “one-day
hopper” passes courtesy
of Walt Disney World.
The final raffle prizes went
to Jessica Fortkamp - $100
Gift Certificate from Michael Anthony’s at the Inn;
and the winner of Money
Concepts Automatic Millionaire gift basket was
Carole Crosley.
This year the Foundation ball committee includes: Scarlet Francis,
Rhonda Keister, Melissa
McDonald, Beth Roe,
Jackie Simpson; Linda
Stewart and Kiera Sullivan.
The next Wilson Foundation Charity Ball will
take place on March 14,
2015. For information
about making a donation
to Wilson Hospital or to
be added to the mailing
list for next year’s ball, call
the Wilson Foundation
at 937-498-5575 or visit
www.wilsonhospitalfoundation.com
Albers celebrate 60 year anniversary
Tom Boecker, President & CEO of Wilson Memorial Hospital, smiles as he shares
his comments with guests at the Wilson Memorial Hospital Foundation Ball celebrating his 40 years of service and pending retirement.
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