July 2, 2016 - Cortland News
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July 2, 2016 - Cortland News
“The Good News Newspaper” July 2, 2016 Vol. 12 No. 13 Happy birthday, America! By Sally Lane W POSTAL CUSTOMER ECRWSS CORTLAND, OHIO 44410 hen the Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776, the journey toward independence became real for the 13 colonies that would become the United States of America. That document served as the birth certificate for a new country, signed by 56 brave people who were fully aware of the consequences of making such a declaration. They knew that it was more than “just words” and they backed it with hope, determination, conviction and deep beliefs as well as with financial and physical action. Here we are 240 years later, still growing, still defining what we mean by “unalienable rights” of: life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. From the very beginning, though, the Fourth of July has been a special day. Second president John Adams would have approved of the traditions that have developed over the years for celebrating this special day. He wrote to his wife, Abigail, “It ought to be celebrated by pomp and parade, with shows, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires and illuminations from one end of this continent to the other…” We are REALLY good at following his suggestions! The first Fourth of July in what would become the northeast corner of the state of Ohio, then known as the Connecticut Western Reserve, was celebrated by surveyors July 4, See America on page 24 Serving the Lakeshore Communities Not goodbye… Nothing ever stays the same forever, and the Cortland News is undergoing a slight change with this issue. Sally Lane, who has been writing for the paper since its beginning in 2004, and editing since 2007, has decided to retire as editor, but continue writing features about Cortland and her usual front page commentary. “It’s all about ‘time,’” said Sally. “My favorite part of working for the CN has always been the writing. By giving up the editing and organizing duties, I can concentrate on covering more local stories and writing another book about Cortland.” Sally is also the president of the Cortland-Bazetta Historical Society, and knee-deep in sorting through the Society’s collections to preserve them for the community. This is Sally’s 55th year of writing for publications. She began writing for the Conneaut News Herald when she was 15, and continued writing for newspapers and magazines during her 22 years as a teacher, as well as serving as a correspondent and Newspaper in Education Coordinator for the Warren Tribune. For the last year Jean Corliss has been the co-editor in preparation for Sally’s retirement. Previously Jean served as a correspondent for both the Warren Tribune as well as the Youngstown Business Journal for many years and has owned a marketing business since 1993. We welcome Jean as the full editor, and look forward to Sally’s continuing service as a writer and correspondent. C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - D irectory Page 2 Look Inside Advertiser Index.......................2 Business......................................4 Calendar......................................3 Classifieds.................................27 Directory ....................................2 Faith...........................................26 Finance......................................21 Library.......................................17 School........................................18 Cortland City www.cityofcortland.org Mayor330-637-4003 City Hall 330-637-3916 Fax330-637-4778 Clerk of Council 330-638-0142 330-637-4637 Service Director Police/Fire 911 Emergency Dispatch 330-675-2730 330-638-1000 Police - Business Fire - Business 330-637-2891 M eetings City Council – first and third Monday of each month Tuesday, July 5, 7 p.m. Monday, July 18, 7 p.m. Cortland City Council meeting minutes Read the minutes from Cortland City Council meetings at http://www. cityofcortland.org/ under City Council Minutes. Parks and Recreation – second Monday of each month Monday, July 11, 5 p.m. Planning & Zoning – second Monday of each month Monday, July 11, 7 p.m. Meetings and agenda of Council and Planning meetings area available at www.cityofcortland.org All meetings are held at City Hall and are open to the public www.thecortlandnews.com Advertiser Index 3C’s Auto Body/Affordable Storage.....16 4 Star Diner...............................................14 Action Physical Therapy.........................10 Alices Style Salon.......................................7 Amerprise – Shortreed & Assoc.............20 Attorney Bill Brooker ..............................16 Attorney Nosich.........................................7 Auntie V’s Pizzeria..................................23 Beach Bum Tanning & Nail Salon............4 Beef ‘O’Brady’s.........................................23 Belleria Pizza.............................................22 Brookside Greenhouse............................11 Burkey Burkey & Scher.............................3 Campbell Carpet......................................18 Champion Estates Assisted Living........13 Clearview Lantern Suites........................20 Coopers Bicycle & Fitness.........................9 Cope Farm Equipment..............................8 Cortland Mower.........................................7 Country Porch Winery............................12 Custom Counter Top – NYC Bus Trip.....16 Daffron Auto Body.....................................3 Dr Johnson ...............................................12 Drs Davenport & Rohrabaugh...............12 Drs Najem & Lehky Orthodontics.........23 Edward Jones..............................................5 El Torero.....................................................23 Enzo’s Restaurant.....................................21 Evolution Fitness Training......................10 Foley’s Fotos.............................................26 Franks Lawn Service................................11 Freedom Warrior Golf Outing................14 Furniture Décor` & More..........................3 Gardenbrook.............................................22 Gillette Nursing Home............................11 Greenwood Insurance Corner..................5 Harrington Hoppe & Mitchell..................9 High St. Fitness.........................................12 Jeannette School of Dance.........................4 Jody Sova, Northwood Realty .................7 JoMarie Dance............................................3 KIKO Auction...........................................17 King Brothers............................................18 King Sanitary............................................18 Lake Tavern...............................................25 Lake Vista....................................................9 Lou Wollam Chevrolet............................28 MacKenzie Catering................................22 Mark Thomas Ford..................................19 Mayflower-Wollam Insurance................25 Menards.....................................................23 Middlefield Bank........................................6 Midway Garage Door..............................18 Noble Reynolds Insurance......................21 Northeastern Supply House.....................7 Oak Meadow Cremation.........................11 Petrosky Brothers.......................................8 Pizza Joe’s..................................................24 Real Living Brokers Realty.......................4 Redline Defense........................................16 Rienzi’s Quality Car Care.........................5 Rite Aid......................................................10 Shafer Winans...........................................14 Sparkle.......................................................21 Sweeper Man..............................................3 The New You............................................13 Tried & True Cleaning...............................6 Trumbull Business College.....................16 Trumbull County Fair..............................15 Vasilios.......................................................21 Vlad Pediatrics............................................8 Western Reserve Country Store.............17 Cortland City Council Meetings are now broadcasted on television: PTV, Channel 15 (Time Warner). Times are 7 p.m. the Monday seven days after the session that was recorded, Saturday at 9 a.m. and Sunday at 6 p.m.. Viewers can also find broadcast times and watch an Internet stream of the program using the PTV web site: http://onlineptv.com. Bazetta Township www.bazettatwp.org Fire – Police – Rescue Fire Station #11 Everett-Hull Road Fire Station #13 McCleary-Jacoby Rd Non Emergency calls Editor Jean Corliss Graphic Designer Pam Haake Photographers Jim Woofter Sally Lane Advertising Sales Jim Woofter Thom Foley Local Columnists / Journalists Cortland City Council Meetings are now on TV Admin Building 330-637-8816 3372 State Route 5 fax: 330- 637-4588 Trustees, Clerk, Zoning Inspector and Cemetery Sexton 330-637-8816 Road Department 330-637-8311 330-638-5503 Police Department Publisher Fox Run Publishing, L.L.C. Jim Woofter Publisher/Owner 330-565-2637 info@cortlandnews.net 911 330-637-4136 330-637-2872 330-675-2730 Bazetta Township Trustees Regular Meetings Terri Barnovsky Addison Becker Jean Bolinger Kathleen Ferris Thom Foley Kayley Frost Sally Lane Louise List Gerri Moll Mark Pilarski Joyce Seagle Tom Shortreed Jennifer J. Slywczak Contributors This Issue Captain Jake Abbott Nina List Euans Melinda Myers Chief David Rea Cassie Smith Regular meetings the second and fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Unless otherwise noted. Monday, July 11, 6 p.m. - A 60 minute caucus with department heads preceding. Monday, July 25, 6 p.m. - A 60 minute caucus with department heads preceding. Meetings are held at the Township Administration Building unless noted Lakeview Board of Education Meetings Regular meetings the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Lakeview High School Media Center. Unless otherwise noted. Monday, July 11, 6 p.m. - Lakeview High School Media Center Area Service Clubs Cortland-Bazetta Historical Society and Museum Sally Lane 330-638-2330 The Opera House Kathy Fleischer 330-219-4884 Cortland Beautification Association Flo Hutton 330-637-1079 www.cortlandpictures.com Cortland Lions Club Tom Lewis 330-240-9582 Moose Lodge #1012 330-637-9957 Warren-Trumbull Branch of AAUW Jennifer Soloman 330-637-3483 Bazetta-Cortland Optimist Club Charlie Harper 330-847-0114 Cortland Rotary Club Don Petrosky 330-637-7627 Four Seasons Garden Club Becky Bucco 330-637-9115 Friends of the Cortland Library Di Matiejevic 330-637-2717 League of Women Voters of Trumbull County Terri Crabbs 330-637-3845 Cortland Masonic Lodge #529 330-638-3110 Please contact the Cortland News if you would like your organization listed here. Our Next Issue....July 23, 2016 Our theme will be Summer Fun Article Deadline by July 8 • Display Advertising Deadline is July 13 Email articles to editor@cortlandnews.net The mission of the Cortland News is to focus on the positive aspects and events of our community. Our goal is to inspire pride and bring the residents of our community closer to one another by providing accurate, timely and useful information. We hold ourselves to high standards of journalism and strive to be a source of trust for our readers. Based on the policy of the Cortland News to print positive news about our community, we reserve the right to reject contributed material considered inappropriate. We reserve the right to edit information accepted for publication for accuracy, style, length, spelling, grammar, and clarity. The Cortland News wishes to present a fair and accurate news report. If you have a concern about anything published, please call our office at 330-565-2637 and leave a message for our Manager or Editor. Death notices and obituaries will be printed in the Cortland News at the request of the family. Arrangement should be made to have information for death notices and obituaries sent directly to the Cortland News from the funeral home. Space restraints may require some editing. Publication dates for the Cortland News may prohibit an obituary from appearing prior to a funeral or memorial service. Contact Information Please direct correspondence to: Cortland News P.O. Box 56 Cortland, OH 44410 (330) 565-2637 www.cortlandnews.net We do not keep regular office hours but if you leave us a message, we will return your call as soon as possible. The Cortland News will no longer be accepting any facsimile “fax” documents. Please direct all communications to the following email addresses. Article submissions to: editor@cortlandnews.net Display and classified advertising and photographs to: sales@cortlandnews.net The Cortland News is published every My Kaywa QR-Code three weeks free of charge and mailed via USPS to over 5000 area residents and businesses in Cortland and parts of Bazetta Township. http://thecortlandnews.com Scan to visit Cortland News While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this newspaper, the Cortland News cannot be held responsible for any errors or ommisions Cortland News Self Serve Paper Box Locations Cortland Banks Top Notch Diner Windows R Us Lakeside Sport Shop Vasillios http://kaywa.me/Ccg4Z See Business Cards on Page 27 Download the Kaywa QR Code Reader (App Store &Android Market) and scan your code! C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - C alendar Community Events Event Calendar July 2 to July 23 Cortland City/Bazetta Township and Lakeview School Board meetings and schedules. See pg. 2 and 7 Lakeview Local School activities and sports schedules visit www. lakeviewlocal.org. American Sewing Guild meetings, various dates. See pg. 21 Cortland Branch Library events, See pg. 17 Cortland UMC Worship Services, 155 N. High St., Cortland, Sundays 9:30 a.m. Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste Management District’s seasonal household hazardous waste recycling, 5138 Enterprise Blvd., Warren; Wednesdays 10 a.m.-6 p.m. through October 26, 2016. First Saturday of the months of June, August and October from 9 a.m.-noon. Summer Sundays on Monroe Street, Warren, historical exhibits, lectures and presentations, various dates. See pg. 14 TCAP Summer Crisis Program Assistance, various dates and locations. See pg. 14 Upton House events, 380 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren, various dates. See pg. 20 Youngstown Nighthawks Soccer League, Cortland League schedule, visit https://www.facebook.com/ytownnigthhawks JULY 2 “Stomping with the Settlers” Bluegrass Festival, Green Eagle Winery, 2576 Davis Peck Rd., Cortland, noon. See pg. 13 Walking & Trolley Tour of Oakwood Cemetery, leaves from John Stark 2 Edwards House, 303 Monroe NW, Warren, 1 p.m. Free, but reservations needed. Harriet Taylor Upton Open House, “Christmas in July,” 380 Mahoning 3 Ave. NW, Warren, 2-4 p.m. See pg. 20 Westminster College’s 27th annual Independence Day Celebration, 3 Brittain Lake, starts at 7:30 p.m. See pg. 19 6 Wednesday in the Garden Talks, “Container Curb Appeal and More,” Trumbull County Agriculture and Family Education Center, 520 W. Main St., Cortland, 6 p.m. Sponsored by the Trumbull County Master Gardeners. Free. See pg. 16 6 Southington UMC Chicken Dinner, SR 305 & 534, Southington, 3:30 to 6 p.m. See pg. 26 8,9 Summer Garage Sale at the Harriet Taylor Upton House, 380 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. See pg. 20 9 Community Craft & Garage Sale, Cortland Masonic Lodge, East Main St., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. See pg. 10 10 Gospel Night Music “Hamilton Road,” Calvary Baptist Church, 4747 Warren Rd. (SR 5) Cortland, 6 p.m. See pg. 23 11-15 44th Annual Pioneer School, presented by Geauga County Historical Society, grounds of Century Village Museum, Burton, Ohio. 12-17 Trumbull County Fair, 899 Everett Hull Road, Cortland. See ad pg. 15 13 Sutliff Museum Bus Tour, to Salem, Ohio, Underground Railroad program. 13 Cortland Community Band, Howland SCOPE, 7 p.m. free. See pg. 10 16 Inaugural Golf Ball Drop, Ernie Hall Aviation Museum, 4039 North River Rd., Warren, noon. Proceeds benefit Trumbull Mobile Meals, $10 purchases a golf ball. 1723rd Annual Hiram School Reunion, Troy Community Center, 13950 Main Market (SR 422), Welshfield, (Troy Twp.) Ohio, 44021, 1 to 4 p.m. See pg. 24 20 2016 Cortland Rotary Golf Classic, Tamer Win Golf Course, sign-in at 11 a.m. See pg. 4 20 Family Garden Fair, concert and strawberry social, Agriculture and Family Education Center, 520 W. Main St., Cortland, 5–7 p.m., concert at 6 p.m. Free. Trumbull County Master Gardeners collaborates with the Cortland Bazetta Historical Society and Cortland Community Band for this event. See pg. 3 23 ColorBurst 5K Paint Run, Mahoning Valley Scrappers Eastwood Field, benefitting Akron Children’s Hospital-Mahoning Valley. Tickets are on sale at colorburst5k.com. See pg. 6 Garden Fair, Concert and Strawberries By Sally Lane Beautiful gardens, activities for children, a concert that will have you tapping your toes while eating strawberries and ice cream…it doesn’t get much better than this. The annual Family Garden Fair at the Agriculture and Family Education Center in Cortland, hosted by the Trumbull County Master Gardeners, has become a summer tradition. The free event this year is July 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. Kids’ activities include a planting station where the children will do a “make and take” planting, construct a bird feeder and do a scavenger hunt. Plants will be also be sold. Hot dogs, chips and strawberries on ice cream are being sold by the Cortland-Bazetta Historical Society, and a concert by the Cortland Community Band provides entertainment starting at 6 p.m. It is a good idea to bring a lawn chair for the concert. Page 3 Page 4 C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - B usiness 2016 Cortland Rotary Golf Classic July 20 The 2016 Cortland Rotary Golf Classic has been planned for Wednesday, July 20 at Tamer Win Golf Course. Cost is $80 per person ($60 per person for Tamer Win season ticket holders) and includes 18 holes of golf, carts, mulligans, skins game, lunch, refreshments and dinner. It will be a four person scramble, with a shotgun start at noon. Sign in begins at 11 a.m. Register early to guarantee your spot in this popular community event. Hole sponsorships are available at $50 per hole. Please make checks payable to Rotary Club of Cortland and send to Jim Noel, Cortland Rotary, 276 Wae Trail, Cortland, OH 44410. For more information you can contact Jim at 330758-9779 (work) or via email: sfleon@ aol.com. Proceeds will benefit Cortland Rotary Community Service projects. Lou Wollam Chevrolet wins the 2016 Mark Of Excellence Award Once again Lou Wollam Chevrolet has won the prestigious “Chevrolet Mark of Excellence Award” as one of a only a few dealerships to be in the very highest tier of all Chevrolet dealerships in the country. The criteria includes looking at every aspect of the dealership and how well they match up to the high standards set by Chevrolet and GM sales, service, parts, body shop, business office, customer service – every single employee in the dealership are all rated and count towards the final tally. Its service department has more Master Certified Technicians than most larger dealerships. They fully comply and mostly exceed all of the requirements for training and licensing required by GM. The sales department was rated among the best in the country when it comes to customer satisfaction, fairness of deals, problem solving, inventory, etc. The parts department was judged on the quantity and quality of its inventory and the ability to provide parts to not only the service department but also to outside repair shops and retail customers. “Everything and anything that goes on here was under the microscope for this award,” said Tom Fye, sales manager. “And we passed with the highest marks across the board.” We are very lucky to have such a high quality business representing us here in Cortland. Mark Thomas Ford delivers police vehicle to Vienna Twp. Mark Thomas Ford recently Township Police Department. Working delivered a new 2016 Ford Explorer to serve the community, Mark Thomas Police Interceptor vehicle to the Vienna Ford was able to beat the state bid and allow the Vienna Trustees to keep the money here in Trumbull County. Everyone wins when communities work together and buy locally. Shown are Trustee Phil Pegg, Chief Bob Ludt accepting the keys from Neil Taylor of Mark Thomas Ford, Trustees Heidi Brown and Richard Dasconzo. C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - B usiness Cortland Banks announces promotions, new hires Chief Executive Officer James Gasior and Executive Vice President Tim Carney, along with the Board of Directors, are pleased to announce Cortland Banks recent promotions and new hires during the first half of the year. Stan Feret, SVP/chief lending officer, responsible for business development stated that, “These individuals use their unique strengths and knowledge to help customers reach their financial goals.” Those in Trumbull and Mahoning counties include: Stanley Magielski, a vice president and senior commercial banking officer, has been named Mahoning Valley group leader and is based in Cortland Banks’ new Canfield office. He is directly responsible for supervising a group of commercial bankers and a portfolio manager, while focusing on developing and maintaining commercial banking relationships in the greater Mahoning Valley. He has been with the bank since 2010 and has more than 13 years of financial experience. Mark Taylor, a commercial banking officer, was hired as a vice president to further efforts to develop commercial banking relationships. Taylor, who comes to the bank with nearly 30 years of experience, will be based in the Boardman office in Victor Hills Plaza. Ryan Skelly was promoted to assistant vice president and commercial banking portfolio manager. Skelly has been with the bank since he began an internship in 2012. In his new role, Skelly will work with a small team to manage a commercial loan portfolio well in excess of $100 million. Skelly currently covers the Youngstown and Cleveland markets. Amy Manolio was hired as vice president in the newly created Private Bank division. Based in Mahoning County, Manolio will guide clients through banking, lending and financial planning decisions. Manolio brings more than 27 years of experience in the financial services industry. Jacky Treharn was promoted to vice president, mortgage loans operations manager. With the bank since 2011, she will lead the mortgage operations department of 12 employees, which is responsible for executing consumer loans from application to post-closing. Michael Lipke joined Cortland Banks as vice president for special assets and loan review for both retail and commercial lending, coming to the bank with over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry with a focus on commercial banking Julianna Marsco joined the Cortland Banks marketing department as a marketing coordinator. Previously, Marsco worked for a non-profit organization. Business News & Notes By Thom Foley Have you been to Sparkle Market since they remodeled? It is beautiful and bright. High efficiency LED lighting and so much more. It is a pleasure to shop there. Auntie V’s Pizza is your place to stop for summer picnics and catering. They are closed July 4th. Did you see the new demo equipment that Cortland Mower is selling? Check out their ad for some great deals on new demo equipment. Dr. Lynn Johnson reminds you to schedule your child’s physical before participating in summer events. Rite Aid will be open for your July 4th emergencies. But don’t wait until then to stock up on first aid needs, sun screen and all of your summer needs. Belleria Pizza is in the middle of remodeling – but they are still open and doing a great business. Stop in and meet the new owner – Josh McBride and his crew. Beef’O’Brady’s has almost 30 different kinds of beer on tap – just perfect to cool off on these hot days. Mayflower Wollam Insurance has been serving the area for over 90 years! They can help you with all of your insurance needs. Jeannette’s School of Dance is headed to the National Competitions to bring back even more awards and trophies. It seems they win big every year. The Lake Tavern has rescheduled their Co-Dependence Day for July 30. Check their ad for the complete schedule of fun family events at this great local restaurant. Lakeside Sports Shop not only has all of your fishing needs – but they also have huge selection of beers & wines. No need to get out of the car – just use their handy drive thru. Campbell Carpet just installed carpet in another room of my house. That makes six rooms so far. They were the lowest price and the best quality around. They make your house look great,too – for less than you imagine. Country Porch Winery will host “Sensory Perception,“ a wine and food tasting experience on July 19 at 6 p.m. “Beginnings” wine and appetizer pairings. Presale tickets only. Call 330-638-0000 for more information. Photography contest focuses on Beatitude House The Beatitude House is teaming up with the Butler Institute of American Art to capture a whole new view of the Beatitude House with a photography contest and exhibition. This endeavor, aimed at bringing into focus the importance of investing in the vulnerable population it serves, invites area artists--youth, amateur and professional--to submit photographs depicting what they see as the essence of the Beatitude House’s mission. For guidelines and submission information, go to www. beatitudehouse.com/events. Deadline for submissions is August 1. Page 5 Page 6 C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - B usiness Jo Marie’s School of Dance Wyatt Omerzo, 11 conquers Seth Arkwright, 14 climbs the the difficult Salmon Ladder Rock Wall Katherine Hollins, 5 shows off her skills on the Monkey Bar Ladder Elisha Strong, 8 jumps the Quintuplet Steps Do you have a potential Ninja Warrior in your home? Well now it is possible for your child to learn these skills and have fun while developing healthy, safe habits and skills. Jo Marie’s School of Dance & Gymnastics, 80 Erie St. in Cortland now offers the valley’s only Ninja Warrior program in a complete gymnastic center where they combine fitness with fun at a very affordable price. The program is designed to help tiny tots through teens develop skills and habits for fitness and health while having fun doing it. It is all about encouraging each other, learning the do’s and don’ts of safety and exercise and having more fun than they ever did. The program is managed and developed by Jo Marie Ferrandino and she is assisted by two other gymnastic instructors that are also certified by the USA Coaching Certification, Natasha Mazzella and Jessica Palo. Students learn the skills of being a “Ninja” on pegboards, the Salmon ladder, Quintuplet Steps, monkey bars and so much more. Classes are approximately $9 each with options for all ages of kids. The children have so much fun and learn to develop upper body strength, dexterity, coordination and respect. They are encouraging each other to do better and are having a great time. One little girl asked her mother as they were leaving “When are we coming back, Mommy? Tomorrow?” That is the true testament of how much they enjoyed themselves. Call Jo Marie at 330-638-6815 for more information. ColorBurst 5K Paint Run ColorBurst 5K, producers of paint run events across America, in conjunction with the Mahoning Valley Scrappers, announce that a newly confirmed ColorBurst 5K run will take place within the grounds of Eastwood Field on Saturday, July 23. This familyfriendly 5K fun run will be staged in partnership with the Scrappers and will be held the same day as the team’s home game against the Lowell Spinners. The CB5K experience brings people from all walks of life together in a technicolor burst of energy and excitement blending color, music and “good vibes” against the backdrop of a 5K fun-run suitable for the entire family. Where this event differs from the traditional 5Ks is in the two key elements of fun: amazing music and gallons of gloriously colored paint. At each interval along the course, CB5K crew blast each participant with nontoxic, hypoallergenic, washable, waterbased paint from the sidelines. Aside from this twist on the typical 5K, guests will be treated to an interactive pre-party and post-party at the fully branded CB5K stage with DJs, MCs, giveaways and family-focused fun. The MV Scrappers will be working alongside main sponsor Fizek to welcome ColorBurst 5K to Niles and a portion of the race ticket sale proceeds will go to the team’s charitable partner Akron Children’s HospitalMahoning Valley. Tickets are on sale at colorburst5k.com and there are a limited number of early bird tickets available starting at $32.50. Early bird tickets include a special CB5K t-shirt, CB5K headband and a personal sized bottle of color to use on the event day to color your family or friends. Create your own team name and register with friends, or as an individual. As part of its commitment to making their event a family-friendly choice, ColorBurst 5K includes one child (12 and under) registration free with every registered adult. This is a rain or shine event. C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - C ommunity Page 7 Become a facebook fan of the Cortland News search The Cortland News By Terri Barnovsky, administrative assistant 2016 Mosquito Spraying 7 p.m. to midnight July 7, July 21, Aug 4, Aug 18, Sept. 1 For effective mosquito control, it must not be raining, the winds need to be between 5 to 10 miles per hour and the temperature above 50 degrees. If the proper conditions are not present, the spraying will be cancelled and a make-up date will be scheduled the following evening. Curbside Brush Pickup Brush should be placed at the curb no later than the Sunday prior to your week of collection. Please see the city website for the policy or call City Hall with any questions. North Section – Week of July 11 South Section – Week of July 18 Due to the storm and high winds that occurred in early June, the city as a courtesy to affected residents, did chip some piles last month that exceeded the normal limits. Please keep in mind the following requirements: limbs can be no longer than 6 feet in length, no more than 6 inches in diameter, and must be placed in a pile no larger than 6’ x 8’. Branches and limbs should be in a straight pile with cut ends toward the street. We appreciate your cooperation in following these rules. Dates to Remember: July 4th –City offices will be closed. Republic Services will also be closed and trash collection will be operating on a one day delay this week. July 5 – 7 p.m. – City Council July 11 – 5 p.m. – Parks Board July 11 – 7 p.m. – Planning & Zoning Commission July 18 – 7 p.m. – City Council CFD receives patient transport cot By Chief David Rea, Cortland Fire Department Cortland Fire Department took possession of a new patient transport cot for our newest ambulance on June 16. Usually this would not be news, however, what makes this noteworthy is the cost of the equipment and that it was purchased with grant money from Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation (OBWC). The intention of this grant is to find and reduce common work related injuries. For emergency medical agencies, injuries related to repetitive lifting are one of the most prevalent. As we know these injuries can lead to acute injuries and lifelong disabilities. As a means to decrease these claims, OBWC established a grant that would pay 75 percent of the cost of new equipment that can be used as a means of injury reduction. After a needs assessment, it was determined that a Crafters and vendors: save the date Save the date! Attention crafters and vendors: The Fifth Annual Johnston Civic Club Craft & Vendor Show will be held on November 5, at Mecca Community Church on Phillips Rice Road, Cortland. Please register early to reserve your spot. The show hours will be 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Admission is free. Tables are $15 or $20 on show day if space is available. Registration is limited and the deadline for a guaranteed table is October 24. Register early as tables did sell out last year. Please contact Joyce Barzak at 330-717-5534 for a registration form or for more information. battery powered hydraulic cot used for patient lifting would fit into this arena. As stated earlier, the other noteworthy item was the cost. The total cost of the project was $44,110.92 of which OBWC contributed $33,083.19 leaving the remainder to be covered by the city. Of this, another $3,500 was obtained from the Ohio Emergency Medical Services Training and Equipment Grant through the Ohio Department of Emergency Medical Services leaving a balance of $7,527.73 for the city. My hope is that this new addition helps reduce acute injuries, and provides some relief of the lifelong problems they may arise as the years of lifting add up. I must thank Captain Price for writing and administering this grant. Page 8 C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - C ommunity By Jake Abbott, patrolman, Bazetta Police Department Summer is finally upon us. This time of year means longer days, more outdoor activities, and family vacations, which all result in less time at home. While we all look forward to this season and love being out of the house after a long winter, summer also brings with it an increase in property crimes including burglaries. A burglary occurs once every 15 seconds, resulting in approximately 1 in every 36 homes in the U.S. being broken into this year (A Secure Life®). A common misconception is that criminals prefer to work at night because it is easier for them to hide. The truth is that most burglaries occur between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. because this is the time of day that most people are at work or running errands; an empty house is what a burglar wants. Because of the nice weather, people are tempted to keep their windows and doors open, which makes for an easy entry point for unwanted intruders. One common tactic is to approach the front door and check the door handle, and if it’s locked they might knock to see if anyone answers the door. If no one answers, they may kick in the front door or find a door in the rear of the residence to gain entry. After entry into your home, the first target room in the house is the master bedroom, and the most sought after items are cash, jewelry, electronics and guns. On average, a burglary takes between 8 to 15 minutes. Keep in mind, burglars are looking for an easy target – a place they can enter and flee quickly with minimal resistance. Now that we know how a typical burglary suspect operates, we can work toward preventing them. One of the easiest ways to reduce the chance of a break-in is to lock and deadbolt all doors and windows when you’re not in the home. Remember even a window air conditioning unit can make for an easy point of entry. Beyond simply locking doors, one of the best options is installing a security system. Here in Bazetta Township, our officers respond to alarm drops with remarkable speed, often within 1 to 5 minutes and sometimes even before the homeowner knows the alarm has tripped. Other deterrents include owning a dog and planting bushes and shrubs in front of windows because most burglars do not want extra hassles when it comes to entering the residence. Finally, get to know your neighbors to have extra eyes on your home when you’re not there. Burglars often look just like me or you and don’t fit the stereotype of all black clothing and a ski mask. Remember, “If you see something, say something.” If it looks suspicious, call the police. Even if it turns out to be nothing, it’s better to call and let us investigate rather than find out later a crime occurred. Stay vigilant and have a safe and fun summer. Cortland Police awarded $30,000 grant from state of Ohio The Cortland Police Department has received a $30,000 grant from the Ohio Developmental Services Agency to renovate and build a temporary holding facility within the department. The funds were awarded as part of the Local Government Safety Capital Grant Program available to eligible police, fire and EMS related organizations throughout the state of Ohio on May 19. The Cortland Police Department was one of only 58 grants that were awarded in the state and the only approved project within Trumbull County. Awarded funds will be used to renovate the police station to accommodate an updated holding cell and change the upper half of the building to increase office and booking area layout. “I am very pleased that the committee saw fit to award us the $30,000 towards the upgrades,” said Cortland Police Chief Tom Andrews. The police department budgeted for the renovation within the 2016 budget but speculated the whole project would probably not be completed until 2018. “When I heard about the grant last winter I decided to delay construction to see if we could obtain the funding.” In late May the chief learned they had been approved for the funding. “Landing the grant will allow us to possibly make all the needed changes by the end of the year or at the latest shortly into 2017. This also saves taxpayer money as we can renovate and update our facility without using $30,000 of tax dollars from the citizens of Cortland.” The changes to the department will predominantly include adding an updated holding facility that will provide bathroom, sleeping and enhanced safety features. “We have seen an increase in the length of time and frequency required to hold an arrested subject before releasing,” said Andrews. “Every agency is becoming busier and the Trumbull County Jail needs to limit its intake numbers as well.” By renovating the holding cell area within building, other changes will fall into place. There will be increased office space for the administrative assistant, filing and computer systems as well as officer work areas. “The Police Department building is 30 years old and has been used every hour of every day since it was built. This grant allows us to make needed upgrades to move the structure into the next 30 years.” Construction is expected to begin later this summer. C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - C ommunity Russell is a 2-year-old Coonhound mix. He was selected to be part of the Caring Companions Program. Russell will be spending the next nine weeks learning basic obedience and commands like sit, down, stay and many more. He entered the program on May 11. When Russell comes back from CCP, he will also be housebroken, crate trained and will walk well on a leash. He is available for pre-adoption while in the program. He will graduate on July 13. Russell’s adoption fee is $200 and includes his training as well as his neuter, vaccinations, heartworm testing, microchip and more. Mango is a 4-year-old Domestic Shorthair mix. He was found as a stray and brought to AWL. Upon his arrival, Mango had an injury to one of his paws. After many vet visits, antibiotics, x-rays and surgery, Mango is healthy and placed up for adoption. He is a friendly guy that loves meeting new people. Mango’s adoption fee is $20.15 and includes his neuter, vaccinations, FeLV & FIV testing and a microchip with registration. Shelter hours are Tuesday through Saturday from noon until 6 p.m. Adoptions close at 5:30 p.m. The shelter is closed on Sundays and Mondays. AWL shelter is located at 812 Youngstown Kingsville Road SE in Vienna, across the street from Avalon at Squaw Creek. For more information call, 330-539-5300 or visit www.awlrescueme.com. Priceless yard sale coming again to Cortland By Jean Bolinger Plan now to check out the community wide “priceless” yard sale that will be held on Saturday, August 13 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Prince of Peace Church, 490 N. High St. This is the second year for the sale that benefits Heifer, International. Heifer is a world-wide effort to alleviate poverty and hunger (heifer.org) and has been in existence for over 70 years. With few exceptions, items are not priced. The organizers of the sale, LOAF (the local ecumenical group Lakeview Outreach and Fellowship) rely on the generous hearts of the shoppers to donate a fair price for items selected. Last year $4,200 was raised from the sale alone and that amount was supplemented by other donations so that LOAF could send a check for $5,500 to Heifer. The cornerstone of Heifer is a program of providing livestock to families who then benefit from the eggs, milk, feathers, wool, honey, meat, etc. given by the animals. Each recipient of a Heifer gift passes on some of the next generation of animals to others in the community. All families who receive Heifer gifts are taught proper ways to prepare for and take care of their animals. Volunteers are needed to help set up for the sale on Friday, August 12 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. as well as to assist shoppers on Saturday, August 13 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. If you can donate an hour or two please email me at jeanbolinger@hotmail.com with your name and phone number. Also, we are looking for members of the community who would like to sing or play gospel type songs for 15-20 minutes anytime during the sale. We will have a sound system in place. WGH June class of 1956 to hold 60th reunion The Warren G. Harding June class of 1956 is holding their 60th reunion on Friday, August 5. There will be a “Meet & Greet” at the Fairfield Inn (beside Home Depot) at 6 p.m. On Saturday, August 6, there will be a dinner at Leo’s Ristorante in Howland. Doors open at 6 p.m. with buffet dinner at 7 p.m. On Sunday, August 7, the group will gather at 9 a.m. for breakfast at Hometown Buffet (in front of Office Max in Eastwood Mall complex). For more information call Carol at 330856-4827 or Nancy at 330 638-1818. Page 9 Page 10 C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - C ommunity Community craft and garage sale on July 9 at Cortland Masonic Lodge To raise funds to continue their charitable support of several projects and organizations, the Cortland Masonic Lodge is planning to have its first annual community craft and garage sale. During the Community Craft and Garage Sale on July 9 at their location on East Main Street, the Cortland Masonic Lodge will also have an open house and give tours of their building --- and will welcome any questions and inquiries from interested individuals. To reserve an inside table or an outdoor space, vendors should call Ian McAleer at 330-637-2977. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with food and refreshments available, plus balloon twisting for the children. Charity is an important tenet of the Masonic fraternity, making Freemasons deeply involved with helping people. Various Masonic related groups in the United States contribute more than $2 million every day to charity --- with the 90,000 Freemasons in Ohio providing approximately $15 million in charitable giving annually. Among the notable contributions by Ohio Freemasons is their support for Special Olympics Ohio Summer Games in Columbus, an extensive number of college scholarships, and the elderly care and needy family support provided through their charitable foundation. Cortland Masonic Lodge has made contributions of money and time to several local charities and organizations through the years, since they were chartered in 1883. In recent years, they have sponsored blood drives for the American Red Cross every other month throughout the year, and they make numerous donations including those to the Warren Family Mission, Salvation Army, Wounded Warriors, American Cancer Society, Shriners Hospitals, Rainbow Girls, Job’s Daughters, Boy Scouts, Girls State, Boys State, Special Olympics, Betty’s Angels and Earth Angel Farm. They have also made a donation to the new Cortland Splash Pad. Cortland Community Band Summer Schedule Summer begins the 34th concert season for the Cortland Community Band. Members are musicians of all ages and have been preparing since January for nine summer concerts. Music to be performed includes pieces from all decades of popular 20th century music, Broadway hits, musicals and even the theme from the new Star Wars movie. Bring a lawn chair and join us for a toe-tapping, enjoyable time. July 13, 7 p.m. Howland SCOPE July 20, 6 p.m., Family Garden Fair/Strawberry Social at the Trumbull County Agricultural Center, 520 W. Main St., Cortland July 27, 7 p.m. Howland United Methodist Church, Howland Springs Rd. July 31, 4 p.m., Boardman Park, with the Youngstown Community Band, Maag Outdoor Arts Theatre August 3, 7 p.m. Victoria House, Austintown National Pulmonary Hypertension Association honors Cortland woman Raises over $100,000 while suffering from disease Diagnosed in 2011, Nicole Stafford of Cortland, has Pulmonary Hypertension or PH, a disease of the blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the lungs and has no known cure. Over time the heart weakens and can no longer do its job often leading to heart failure. Recently she was admitted to the Cleveland Clinic after a number of weeks of increased suffering from the disease. The serious effects of PH have not stopped Nicole from working to raise more than $100,000 for the Pulmonary Hypertension Association since being diagnosed. Recently the national organization named Nicole “The Outstanding PH Citizen of the Year.” Because the award ceremony in Dallas conflicted with the 4th Annual Nicole PHriends PHAssociation Golf Outing Scramble at Mahoning Country Club that was held on June 25, she declined to attend so she could devote what energy she has remaining to the local event. Because of the importance of the award, representatives of the PHA decided to attend Nicole’s golf outing and presented her with the award in front of her friends and supporters. Married with a young daughter, Nicole explained that the symptoms are pretty severe. “But I’m passionate about this cause and it would have taken a lot more than pain and fatigue to keep me from helping make the golf outing successful.” Donations can be made by mailing a check made out to PH Association to ATTN: Nicole Stafford, P.O. Box 425, Cortland, OH 44410, or online at https://www.phassociation. org/donate. C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - C ommunity Kamryn Clark named Miss Cortland Miss Cortland 2016 is Kamryn Clark. The 62nd queen was crowned by Miss Cortland 2015 Mackenzie Jankovich, at the Cortland Street Fair June 16. Kamryn was runner-up at the event last year. Her mother was crowned second runner-up in the 1993 contest. Tori DePizzo and Hannah Kovacs were the first and second runners-up. DePizzo also won Miss Congeniality, and Lauren Omerzo won Miss Photogenic. Brittany Arcuri was the fifth candidate in the contest. The pageant consisted of a one-onone interview, casual-wear modeling, formal-wear modeling and questions regarding today’s youth and current events. Prizes included scholarships. The event was held after the Little Miss Cortland contest. Julie Vugrinovich served as the Miss Cortland Queen Contest chairwoman/ coordinator for the past 16 years, while Lindsay McCoy of WFMJ TV 21 was mistress of ceremonies. For the interview, the girls were asked what they would do for the community if they were crowned and what the best part of their community is. Queen candidates must be juniors or seniors at the time of sign up and live within the Cortland mailing area. This year’s candidates were: Brittany Arcuri, 15, daughter of Brenda and Frank Arcuri, who will be a junior in the fall at Lakeview High School. Her sponsor was Heritage Florist. Kamryn Clark, 18, daughter of Chad and Jodi Clark, who is a recent graduate of Lakeview High School. She will be attending West Virginia University, majoring in art education in the fall. Her sponsor was Texas Roadhouse. Tori DePizzo, 17, daughter of Rocco and Laura DePizzo, who will be a senior at Lakeview High School. Her plans include majoring in education and becoming a teacher. Her sponsor was the Cortland Lions Club. Hannah Kovacs 17, daughter of Debbie Kovacs, who will be a senior in the fall at Maplewood High School. Her plans include studying dairy management. Her sponsor was Summer Dreams Tanning Salon. Lauren Omerzo, 17, daughter of Lou and Jodi Omerzo, will be a senior at Mathews High School and TCTC in the fall. Her plans are to attend Findlay University to study pre-vet and veterinarian school. Her sponsor was Omerzo Construction. Mackenzie Jankovich, Miss Cortland 2015; Brittany Arcuri; Hannah Kovacs, 2nd runner up; Kamryn Clark, Miss Cortland 2016; Tori DePizzo, 1st runner up and Miss Congeniality; Lauren Oderzo, Miss Photogenic; Lisa Marsco, Miss Congeniality and Miss Photogenic 2015; Lindsay McCoy (WFMJ TV 21) mistress of ceremonies; and Julie Vugrinovich, pageant coordinator. Photos by Ascano Photography. Cortland Masonic Lodge #529 presents special awards Special awards went to John Cromley, PM and 40-year Service Award and Ian McAleer, JD and 2016 Mason of the Year, front row center. Also pictured are Jim McNeilly, WM: Jack Hineman, PM; Dan Shaffer, PM; Treasurer Bill Stavana, 50yr. member; Don Murphy, 50-yr. member; Larry Dyett, PM and secretary; and Richard McClain, PM. Page 11 C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - C ommunity Page 12 God Provides a Meal Lunch is provided on the last Saturday of each month at the West Mecca United Methodist Church, located at the corner of state Route 88 and Bazetta Road, Mecca Township, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The next lunch is July 30. The menu will be: meatball sub, French fries, veggie plate, dessert and beverage. Everyone welcome. Celebrate the Fourth of July! By Nina List Euans It is my hope that we take time this year to remember what the Fourth of July is: America’s Independence Day, celebrating our Declaration of Independence, in which we declared ourselves, in Lincoln’s words, “a new nation, conceived in Liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal.” The holiday would have started on July 2 if John Adams had had his way. It was on July 2, 1776, that the Continental Congress voted to declare independence from Great Britain. On July 4, Congress approved the final text of the Declaration. As Adams predicted in a letter to his wife, Abigail: The second day of July 1776 will be the most memorable epoch in the history of America. I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated by succeeding generations as the great anniversary festival. It ought to be commemorated as the day of deliverance, by solemn acts of devotion to God Almighty. It ought to be solemnized with pomp and parade, with shows, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires, and illuminations, from one end of this continent to the other, from this time forward forever more. Whether you celebrate on the Second or the Fourth of July, the objective is that as an American, you set the day apart from all others, in observance with respect, while participating in festivities as described by John Adams. As equally important as the celebrating, and just as patriotic, each of us is responsible for teaching the younger generations, reminding your generation and those older, what the true meaning is of the Fourth of July. Engage in conversation with those young and old; tell them what having your independence means to you. Have a Happy and Safe Fourth of July! Recipes from Louise List’s Kitchen Red, White & Blue layered drink By Nina List Euans Recipe Cranberry Juice or Hawaiian Punch Blue G2 Gatorade Sprite Zero Ice Colored Sugar ** Pretty Glasses **Directions for Colored Sugar: 4 oz. sugar crystals 3 drops food dye zip top baggie 1. Mix sugar and dye gently in a zip top baggie. (Use a heavy-duty freezer bag or double bag… those pesky sugar crystals will break a thin bag.) 2. Store in bag until ready to use. If sugar sticks just gently, break apart… it should break up easily. Note: If you use gel colors instead of liquid colors (I’ve used them with great success), mix a drop or two of gel with a drop of water on a spoon and then add it to the bag of sugar crystals. Directions for the Drink: 1. Dip rim of glass in water and then into the colored sugar. 2. Gently add the ice to the glass so you don’t disturb the colored sugar. 3. Starting with the drink with the most sugar (cranberry juice or Hawaiian Punch); fill the glass 1/3 full. 4. Then move on to the drink with a lower sugar content (G2). Pour this slowly and gently over the ice so that it does not disturb the cranberry juice, glass should now be 2/3 full. 5. Finally, use the drink with the lowest sugar content (Sprite Zero) and pour the same way until the glass is full. Please note: • The drink works by using premade juices and sodas that have different molecular weights. To get the soda to float on top you have to use a diet version. • Another important tip is to take your time! This is not something you just pour into the glass. It still doesn’t take much time, but slowly pouring is key to have the layers not totally mix together. • Now that you know the secret of layered drinks, you can make them for any special occasion with your own color and flavor combinations!! C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - C ommunity “Stomping with the Settlers” Bluegrass Festival On Saturday, July 2, the Greene Eagle Winery of Cortland is bringing the first ever Bluegrass Festival “Stomping with the Settlers” to Northeast Ohio. With festivities beginning at high noon, the Greene Eagle provides a day packed full of back-to-back live performances on two separate stages, 25-plus food, drink and artisan vendors, a 50/50 raffle and a professional fireworks show to transition into the night at 9:30 p.m. The winery will be open as usual where guests can stroll through the scenic grounds by day, have a seat by the beautifully landscaped fire pit by night, or simply cool off in the A.C. while sipping one of Greene Eagle’s new summer blends. Fun for all ages, “Stomping with the Settlers” brings a new tradition to the area as the first annual kick-off celebration you won’t want to miss. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, ponchos and anything else necessary for an outside day of fun. Water will be available to all guests, all day; please no outside food or beverages. Performing musicians include: Headliner David Mayfield & the Bluegrass Parade, Backroom Boys, Bruckner & Campbell, East and West, Lost Bob & the Ozone Ramblers, Morning Star, Spyder Stompers, Stumpy Basin Volunteers and the Rogues of Rafferty (local band favorites of Greene Eagle Winery). For more information or to purchase your tickets for the first annual “Stomping with the Settlers” Bluegrass Festival visit www.greeneeagle.com/stompin and purchase early for $25 per ticket, or upon entry for $30 per ticket. Great Lakes Jet Express set to launch from YNG to Chicago O’Hare As the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport (YNG) makes final preparations for the launch of its new daily flight service to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), it is happy to announce that the newly branded Great Lakes Jet Express will be carrying passengers to and from Chicago. Operated by Aerodynamics Inc. (ADI), Great Lakes Jet Express will fly the 50-seat Embraer ERJ-145 Regional Jet Aircraft, which touts a flawless safety record and FAA Part 121-certified operation. Planes will be stationed and maintained at YNG by Winner Aviation. Great Lakes will operate its own ticketing counter at YNG, and will share a ticketing counter at ORD, says YNG’s Director of Aviation, Dan Dickten. Direct flights to Chicago can be booked at www.flygreatlakes.com, and passengers looking to book connecting flights to other destinations can do so on third-party sites like Expedia, Hotwire, Justfly, Kayak, Orbitz and Travelocity. Passengers can also book connecting flights out of Chicago by calling 800-433-7300, or by planning a trip with their local travel agent’s office. YNG published a how-to guide for purchasing tickets, which is available to download on its website, www. yngairport.com. Page 13 Page 14 C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - C ommunity Summer Sundays on Monroe Street The second and last parts of a series of historical exhibits, lectures and presentations are being hosted by The Trumbull Count Historical Society at the John Stark Edwards House, 330 Monroe St., NW; The Upton Association at the Harriet Taylor Upton House, 380 Mahoning Ave.; and the Warren Heritage Center Kinsman House, 303 Mahoning Ave., in July and August. On July 3, 2 p.m. Lindsey Fisher of Youngstown Center of Labor presents Made of Steel: A History of Industry in Youngstown at the John Stark Edwards House. From 3 to 5 p.m. Free tours of the house are offered. The Upton Association is offering Adison Groves named Little Miss Cortland free tours of the Harriet Taylor Upton House, 380 Mahoning Ave. from 2 to 4 p.m. Displays will include the featured exhibit: Christmas in July. The Warren Heritage Center offers free tours of the Kinsman House, 303 Mahoning Ave. from 2 to 5 p.m. On August 7, 2 p.m., Melissa Karman, director of the Sutliff Museum will present Preserving the Sutliff Family Letters at the John Stark Edwards House. Free tours of the house are 3 to 5 p.m. Free tours of the Harriet Taylor Upton House are 2–4 p.m. Displays include the featured exhibit: Go for the Gold. The Kinsman House will be open for free tours from 2 to 5 p.m. Little Miss Cortland Queen 2016 was crowned June 16 at the Cortland Street Fair. Mackenzie Jankovich, who was crowned last year’s queen, crowned the new winner Thursday evening. Little Miss Cortland Queen 2016 is Adison Groves. Ashley Graczyk was named first runner up, and Bailey Tolios was named second runner up Pictured back row: Bayleigh Wistar, Sophie Irwin, Ashley Graczyk (1st runner up), Adison Groves (Little Miss Cortland), Bailey Tolios (2nd runner up), Tristan Frederick, Isabella Phillips. Front row: Brielle Baumgartener, Leah Toth, Braelyn Cotton, Rylan Bland, Lilliana Duva. Not pictured: Leah Connor. Photo by Ascano Photography. TCAP Summer Crisis Program The Trumbull Community Action Program, 1230 Palmyra Road SW in Warren, will be operating its Summer Crisis Program (SCP) from July 5 through August 31. Eligible households may qualify for one or a combination of the following: an air conditioner and/or fans (if no air conditioner or fan was received from TCAP in 2013, 2014 or 2015); a one-time payment up to a total maximum benefit of $300 towards the electric bill from a regulated utility company or up to a total maximum benefit of $500 if the utility company is non-regulated. Households served by regulated or unregulated utilities with or without a disconnection notice on the electric bill may receive assistance. PIPP PLUS customers are not eligible for a monetary bill payment. Total household income must be at or below 175 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines and is based on gross income over the past three months or the past twelve months. The income limit for a household of one is $5,179.50 (three months) and $20,790 (annual); the limit for two is $7,008.75 (three months) and $28,035 (annual); the limit for three is $8,820 (three months) and $35,280 (annual); the limit for four is $10,631.25 (three months) and $42,525 (annual); the limit for five is $12,442.50 and $49,770 (annual); the limit for six is $14,253.75 (three months) and $57,015 (annual); the limit for seven is $16,069.38 (three months and $64,227.50 (annual); the limit for eight is $17,889.38 (three months) and $71,557 (annual). For households with more than eight members, add $7,280 for each additional member for 12-month calculation or $1,820 for three-month calculation. Income eligible households must also meet one of the following criteria: • A household member aged 60 and over. • A household member with a medical condition that requires air conditioning as verified by a physician. Appointments are available at TCAP Tuesday through Thursday. Call 1-866-7471041 to schedule an appointment. Callers must wait to receive a confirmation number to secure an appointment. On Mondays only at TCAP, walk-in applicants will be seen on a first-come, firstserved basis for those who are 60 and over. A minimum of 25 applicants will be seen from 7:30 to 11 a.m.; a minimum of 25 additional applicants will be seen from 1 to 4 p.m. Three convenient weekly satellite sites are available to anyone who cannot apply at TCAP in Warren. You must contact the following to schedule an appointment: Tuesday: Niles Community Services – 330-393-2507, ext. 227 401 Vienna Ave., Suite 2, Tiffany Square, Niles Wednesday: Newton Falls United Methodist Church – 330-393-2507, ext. 232 336 Ridge Road, Newton Falls Thursday: Tod’s Crossing Senior Living – 330-393-250, ext. 230 1330 Blakely Circle SW, Warren For all other questions call TCAP at 330-393-2507 ext. 225. C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - C ommunity Page 15 Page 16 C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - C ommunity Do you take the time and watch butterflies in your garden float randomly from one flower to another, back and forth seemingly with no pattern? Well looks are deceiving. This delicate creature is searching for food by tasting the flowers and plants with its feet. By landing on the different plants, a butterfly can find a good food source or a good place to lay eggs. So if you want to attract butterflies to your home or garden, the best way is to feed them. Adult butterflies feed on flower nectar. As you plan your butterfly garden, be sure to provide nectar plants from early spring to fall, starting with lilacs and ending with asters. Most butterflies are active in mid to late summer and flowers with multiple florets that produce abundant nectar are perfect; double flowers are bred more for appearance, not nectar production. The adults will lay eggs on specific plants that will be a food source for the hatched caterpillars. The monarchs are migratory, so they are visible for only part of the season, other butterflies will visit more often. You can also make a feeding station—a what? Have some bananas? Put the fruit outside to lure the butterflies, many species like the juice of rotting fruit. To make a station, peel, cut and slightly smash a banana and place it on an old plate, or pot saucer and put in a sunny location, keeping it moist. Other fruit can be used like over ripe peaches, mangos, oranges and strawberries. This mix may not appeal to us, but the butterflies love this fruit salad. Remove and replace the mix weekly. Before they were butterflies, they were caterpillars with very specific tastes. Queen and Monarch caterpillars like Milkweed, black swallowtails like Parsley, Viceroys like Willows, and Painted Ladies like Pearly Everlasting. Growing larval plants can attract butterflies to lay their eggs in your garden. Here are some common host plants for caterpillars: violets, snapdragons, toadflax, hollyhocks, false indigo and broccoli, kale and turnips to name a few. There is a long list of perennials and shrubs that are host plants for butterflies, like Coneflower, Blazing star, Coreopsis and Joe Pye weed, to Azalea, Butterfly bush and Blueberry. But annuals also play a role in attracting butterflies to your home. A container full of annuals like Angelonia, Fanflower and Calibrachoa is an easy way to bring butterflies. Provide shelter as butterflies like to feed and lay eggs away from wind gusts. Provide a windbreak of trees or shrubs if possible or plant tall plants at the back and sides of the garden for protection. Wet sand or a mud puddle nearby encourages “puddling.” While they get sugar from the nectar, other nourishment is needed for reproduction. By sipping from the puddles, they ingest salts and minerals from the soil. Puddling is seen mostly in males. A sunny garden full of vivid red, yellow, orange, pink and purple flowers are colors butterflies look for when they are hungry. And since their eyesight is poor, drifts of color will help them find the nectar plants. Try to choose flowers blooming in mid-summer to fall; that is when you will have the most butterflies looking for food. Happy gardening. [Editor’s note] Don’t forget Wednesday in the Garden talk “Container Curb Appeal and More,” July 6 at 6 p.m., Trumbull County Agricultural & Family Education Center, 520 W. Main St., Cortland, sponsored by Trumbull County Master Gardeners, free. Kathleen Ferris is a Master Gardener and a Cortland resident. SCOPE and Second Harvest Food Bank partner to feed seniors SCOPE Senior Services of Trumbull County and Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley have partnered to provide free groceries through the summer to the elderly who are homebound and shut in. SCOPE has been operating a “Traveling Pantry” food truck along with the Warren Family Mission, which delivers free groceries to the elderly in Trumbull County since July 2015. Second Harvest Food Bank provides food to hundreds of non-profits and food pantries in the Mahoning Valley to be distributed through those local agencies. Since the SCOPE food truck is one of a kind in Ohio, it was ideal for the two organizations to team up to provide this service to homebound elderly citizens. SCOPE currently delivers three days a week all over Trumbull County to over 150 citizens every two weeks. The bulk of those served live in a “food desert” as outlined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. That designation accounts for half of the city of Warren and many rural areas within Trumbull County that are not in close proximity to a full service grocery store. Second Harvest Food Bank was able to get the groceries through a grant from the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) that works to improve the health of low income elderly people by supplementing their diets with nutritious foods. Second Harvest delivers three pallets full of food boxes every two weeks throughout the summer to the SCOPE Senior Services headquarters at the Warren SCOPE Center. Then the food boxes, which are enough to feed citizens for two weeks, are loaded and delivered through six routes that serve the elderly across Trumbull County. For seniors interested in receiving groceries, please contact SCOPE Senior Services at 330-399-8846 to get a food truck application. C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - L ibrary Page 17 Cortland Branch Library events in July The following programs take place at the Cortland Branch Library, 578 Lakeview Dr., Cortland. All library events are free and open to the public. No reservations are required unless noted. Introduction to Microsoft Publisher 2010 Wednesday, July 6 from 2–4 p.m. In this free class for adults, we will create a simple one-page flyer using the basic tools of Microsoft Publisher 2010, and learn how to use these tools to create newsletters, brochures, greeting cards and more. Registration is required for computer classes. Contact the Main Library at 330-399-8807, ext. 201 to sign up for this class. Class held at the Cortland Branch Library. Live Music at the Library Wednesdays, July 6 and July 20 at 6:30 p.m. Guitarist Tyler Guerrieri will play a variety of jazz, classical and popular music. Ancestry Library Edition Class Thursday, July 7 at 2 p.m. Participants will learn how to use the library’s subscription database to find census, marriage, death, birth, military and immigration records, and how to refine their searches. Those taking the class should be familiar with navigating a computer using a mouse. Registration is required by calling the Local History & Genealogy Center at 330-399-8807, ext. 202. On Your Mark, Get Set, Get Outside! Thursday, July 7 at 2 p.m. Did you eat a tree today? Did you wear a tree today? We all need trees, from the smallest insect to the largest human. Join Amy Reeher from the Trumbull Soil and Water Conservation District, as we learn more about the forests and woods with fun activities and crafts. For children ages 5 to 12. A “Get in the Game – Read!” Summer Reading & Learning Program. Registration is required; call 330-638-6335. Outback Ray’s Amazing Animal Show Monday, July 11 at 1 p.m. Meet Outback Ray and his animals at this entertaining and educational show. For all ages. A “Get in the Game – Read!” Summer Reading & Learning Program. Preschool Storytime Mondays at 6 p.m., July 11 and 18; Tuesdays at 11 a.m., July 5, 12, 19 Preschool Storytime features stories and a craft related to a weekly theme and reinforces the development of early literacy skills. For children ages 3 to 5. Giant Games Tuesday, July 12 from 2–4 p.m. Join us for Live Pac-Man, Giant Jenga, and more! For teens entering grades 7 to 12. Microsoft Word I: An Introduction to Word Processing Wednesday, July 13 from 2–4 p.m. In this free class for adults, we will be using Microsoft Word 2010 to get started in word processing. We cover the basics of formatting, editing, printing and saving. Prerequisite: comfortable with a mouse and some typing practice. Registration is required for computer classes. Contact the Main Library at 330-399-8807, ext. 201 to sign up for this class. Class held at the Cortland Branch Library Get Growing @ Your Library Wednesday, July 20 at 2 p.m. Get your hands dirty at our monthly gardening program. This program will focus on container gardening of edible and ornamental plants. Reap the many benefits of exploring and learning about the natural world through a variety of stories and activities. This program is supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. For children ages 6 to 12. Registration is required; call 330-638-6335. Microsoft Word II: Continuing with Word 2010 Wednesday, July 20 from 2–4 p.m. We will continue learning about Microsoft Word 2010 in this free class for adults. It covers bullet points, columns, color and inserting pictures. Prerequisite: the course “Beginning Microsoft Word.” Registration is required for computer classes. Contact the Main Library at 330-399-8807, ext. 201 to sign up for this class. Class held at the Cortland Branch Library. KSU Summer Stock: “The Tarheel Tales” Thursday, July 21 at 2 p.m. Our favorite children’s theater troupe returns with a funny performance of Appalachian folktales! For all ages. LEGO Lovers Unite! Saturday, July 23 from 1–2 p.m. Do you enjoy creating with LEGO bricks? Join us for LLU, a monthly program where you can have fun with other kids creating LEGO masterpieces. For kids ages 5 to 12. Branch Libraries End of Summer Reading Program Picnic and Puppet Show Wednesday, July 27 at 11 a.m. Join us for our Summer Reading Program 2016 grand finale! Food, fun and friends are a great way to end another summer of reading and learning. Enjoy a show with the library’s Youth Services Puppeteers. Open to all Summer Reading Program participants ages 3 to 12. Registration is required by July 25; call 330-638-6335 or sign up at any Warren-Trumbull County Public Library location. Holiday Closing Closed July 4 All Warren-Trumbull County Public Library locations and services will be closed on Monday, July 4, for Independence Day. When Breath Becomes Air By Paul Kalanithi Each of us at some point has to face our own mortality. That is certainly becoming more evident for me as I see my 80th year approaching in the not too distant future. Paul Kalanithi was, however, a neurosurgeon in his 30s when he received the diagnosis of Stage 4 lung cancer. Always interested in literature and having aspirations of becoming a writer, Paul earned both a BA and an MA in English literature as well as a BA in human biology. Further studies led him to the University of Cambridge in England and then to the Yale School of Medicine. As he experienced different tracks in the medical experience he became fascinated with the workings of the brain and set out on the long course to become a neurosurgeon. It was while in his year as head resident at Stanford that the diagnosis was given. With great aspirations to do research and to start a family with his physician wife, Lucy, Paul suddenly had to switch from the role of doctor to patient, from one who gave advice to one who listened. His writing career could wait no longer so he began this memoir. Fortunately, he finished it before he died and it is a truly moving and profound look at life from one who has studied the brain, “the most critical place for human identity.” Page 18 C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - S chool Lakeview represented at state track competition By Cassie Smith On Saturday, June 5, Jackie Smith, a May 2016 graduate of Lakeview High School, was the sole Lakeview athlete at the 2016 State Track and Field Meet, held in Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium at The Ohio State University in Columbus. Jackie competed in pole vault, placing ninth out of sixteen competitors. She is the first female in school history to attend the state competition for pole vaulting, and now holds the school record with a height of 10 foot even. Under the staff of head girl’s track coach Cindy Dickey, assistant coach Jason Senedak, boy’s head coach Mark Swinning and pole vault coach Pat Smith, Jackie set five personal records during the 2016 track season. As a result of her hard work and constant progression throughout the season, Jackie was offered the opportunity to walk on to Wright State University’s track and field program, where she will pole vault while studying computer science. Jackie would like to extend a thank you to her family (better known as the “Pit Crew”), friends, coaches and the rest of the community for supporting and encouraging her throughout the season. Lakeview tennis star signs NLOI By Sally Lane The end of Zach Teffner’s successful high school tennis career came with an offer to begin his college tennis career at the University of Mount Union in Alliance. The four-year letter winner at Lakeview signed a National Letter of Intent June 20. His parents Sophia and Joe Teffner were among Zach’s grandparents, friends, coaches and school personnel to witness and celebrate the signing. His tennis coach is Stephanie Hickey, and she reports that as the leader on the tennis team Zach has an overall four year Singles record of 49–11. In his senior year his record was 13–1 (does not include Doubles). He was a Singles State qualifier at the State tournament in 2015, and was the Youngstown Division II Section Tennis Tournament Champion in 2015 and 2016. This is the first time a Lakeview player has won the sectional tournament. Zach’s record also includes being a fouryear District Qualifier (2013 and 2014 in Doubles, and 2015 and 2016 in Singles). He was All American Conference First Team all for yours, and All American Conference Player of the year in 2015 and 2016. He says he is undecided what his major will be in college, but we know that whatever he chooses and wherever he goes, he will be raising a “racquet.” Good luck, and congratulations. Pictured is Zach Teffner signing a National Letter of Intent as parents Sophia and Joe Teffner look on with Athletic Director Austin Handrych and Coach Stephanie Hickey. C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - S chool Former Lakeview students star in Heathers at Akron Civic Sydney Olejnik and Cassie Smith, two members of Lakeview High School’s class of 2014, are set to star in an upcoming production of Heathers the Musical at the Akron Civic Theatre July 22, 23 and 24. Sydney, as Heather Chandler, and Cassie, as Heather Duke, are twothirds of the mean-girl popular clique, “The Heathers,” ruling over all of the students of Westerberg High School. The musical, written by Kevin Murphy, Laurence O’Keefe and Andy Fickman, follows the story of misfit Veronica who attempts to climb the social hierarchy by joining the infamous Heathers, but when she meets the mysterious Jason Dean, insanity ensues. This edgier show features tons of red scrunchies, heartfelt, sassy and homicidal moments, as well as catchy tunes that will leave you dying of laughter. This production does have a PG-13 rating and is not suitable for all audiences. Under the direction of Joe Asente of the Millennial Theatre Company, the show runs July 22, 23 and 24 with performance times at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 7 p.m. on Sunday. This production is performed cabaret style, with some audience members seated on the stage. Heathers is based off of the 1989 film starring Winona Ryder and Christian Slater. For more information, check out the Akron Civic and The Millennial Theatre Company’s respective Facebook pages. Page 19 Westminster College to host 27th Annual Independence Day Celebration July 3 Westminster College will host its 27th annual Independence Day Celebration, Sunday, July 3 at Brittain Lake. The event is free and open to the public. At 7:30 p.m., the Pittsburgh-based River City Brass Band will present a variety of musical selections followed by a 9 p.m. fireworks display by Pyrotecnico. Recent 2016 graduate, Lauren Thayer, will sing the National Anthem. Thayer, who received a degree in music education, is daughter of Karen Winter and a graduate of Derry Area High School. Additional vocalists include Kathy Bressler Manslell, director of music, ClenMoore Presbyterian Church, New Castle, and the Rev. Nathan Louden, pastor, First Presbyterian Church, New Castle. Over 6,000 people are expected to attend. Early arrival is suggested for this family-friendly event and attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs for seating, as well as picnic baskets and refreshments. In case of light rain, the concert will be held inside Anderson Amphitheater. Major sponsors of this year’s event are UPMC Jameson and the Caroline Knox Memorial Trust Fund. Iberis speaker at recent Aktion Club meeting Trumbull Retired Teachers Association awards scholarships Trumbull Retired Teachers Association announced the 2016 scholarship winners. They are: (seated) Kylie Cleer and Julia Denman, both of Maplewood. Standing: Hannah Kibby of Niles and Brandi Kawecki of Girard. Not pictured is Abigail Higgins of Maplewood. The winners were announced at a recent TRTA meeting where they received a scholarship check and a recognition certificate. Members of the Trumbull County Board of Developmental Disabilities (TCBDD) Aktion Club recently met and hosted guest speaker Michael Iberis from Second Harvest Food Bank. It was announced that the Aktion TCBDD food collection for this summer “Summer of Lunch” will run through August. Iberis, Mike Keriotis from the Kiwanis Club and Michel Crogran Jr., TCBDD Niles workshop director are shown with Aktion Club officers: Peter P., Jamie B and James N. Page 20 C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - C ommunity Women’s bowhunter education and archery shooting classes The Trumbull County Rod & Gun Club located at 6565 Phillips Rice Road in Cortland, will host a women’s only bowhunting education and archery shooting class starting on Saturday, July 30. This session will continue four consecutive weeks (Saturdays) ending on August 20. Class will start at 10 a.m. each Saturday and should be finished by 12:30 p.m. Instructions in archery shooting, bowhunting safety, game tracking, field dressing and much more, will be included at no charge to the participants. All equipment will be furnished by the Trumbull County Rod & Gun Club through grant funding from the Ohio Division of Wildlife, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Bowhunter Education Foundation. Each participant will receive National Bowhunter Education patch, NBEF certification card and “Today’s Bowhunter Guide,” all free of charge. Most of the archery shooting will take place outdoors. Shooting will be held indoors in the event of rain. There is limited availability so contact Tom Stith at 330-637-5614 or email at mstith@kent.edu. Pre-registration is required to the first 20 participants. July Upton House events Several summer events are planned for the Upton House, 380 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren. The next open house is Sunday, July 3, from 2 to 4 p.m. featuring “Christmas in July.” Admission is free and visitors will be able to view three new rooms never before seen by the public until this year. The annual summer garage sale will take place on July 8 and 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with items on sale both inside the house and outside. Upton Association also attends to the Women’s Park on Mahoning Avenue, a popular place to rest, have lunch or take photos. Anyone interested in renting Upton House, having a private tour of the home or purchasing a brick for the women’s park should call 330395-1840. For more information, visit www.uptonhouse.org. C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - F inance Page 21 American Sewing Guild July schedule 6 facts you might not know about Medicare More than 50 years ago, the federal government established programs designed to help Americans afford health care services, called Medicare and Medicaid. Since both of these programs involve many variables, they can be somewhat complex. To provide insight into how the coverage works, here are six facts you might not know about Medicare: 1. Medicare and Medicaid provide most of the same services, but for different people. Medicare provides services for those age 65 and over and with other qualifying conditions, while Medicaid is a program intended for lowerincome Americans based on financial need. The government continues to evolve and expand the programs to match the ever-changing health care environment. 2. Medicare coverage has four parts. Each part covers different categories of medical expenses. As you look into Medicare, you may see the term “original Medicare.” This term refers to what is now called Part A and Part B. • Part A is the hospital insurance portion, which covers inpatient stays in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, hospice facilities and sometimes also covers home-based health care services. Depending on your situation, you may automatically be enrolled in Parts A and B, or you may need to enroll. • Part B covers doctor visits, durable medical equipment, home health services and qualified preventive services, among other related expenses. • Part C (Medicare Advantage plans) provides Part A, Part B and usually prescription drug coverage from private insurers. You must be enrolled in Part A and Part B before you can receive Part C coverage. • Part D covers outpatient prescription drug coverage from private insurers. You must be enrolled in Part A or Part B before you can receive Part D coverage. 3. Everyone can enroll in Medicare – eventually. There are three different times when you can sign up for Medicare Parts A and B: • Initial enrollment period: Once you reach age 65, you may enroll within three months on either side of your birthday month. • General enrollment period: If you don’t sign up during your initial enrollment period, you have the option to enroll each subsequent year between January 1 and March 31. • Special enrollment period: You may get started with Medicare at any age if you experience a qualifying condition. Qualifying conditions may include disabilities, certain cancers or end-stage diseases. After your initial enrollment period ends, you may have a chance to enroll in Medicare during a special enrollment period due to a qualifying event such as moving away from your existing coverage or losing coverage from an employer. 4. Medicare is not free for most of us. While Part A comes with no monthly premium if you have at least a 10 year history of paying Medicare taxes, you will be responsible for deductibles and coinsurance, unless you qualify for help. For example, the deductible for 2016 is $1,288 for each benefit period, with varying coinsurance depending on the length of stay. The Part B premium costs $104.90 per month in 2016. Premiums can be higher for beneficiaries with incomes that exceed specific thresholds. 5. Original Medicare operates without networks and caps. With original Medicare, there are no networks to worry about. You’re free to go to any doctor or hospital that accepts Medicare, including outside of your home state. In addition, original Medicare does not limit your annual costs. Health care bills owed (due to coinsurance) continue to grow all year if you don’t have supplemental insurance to help manage these expenses. This is in contrast to Medicare Advantage plans, which operate around the concept of networks. 6. After you enroll in Medicare, you may need supplemental insurance. While Medicare covers a variety of expenses, there are limitations to its coverage. Therefore, you may need additional coverage depending on your current or future health needs. Carefully review information about what expenses each part covers before enrolling, and be sure to ask other insurance providers how their coverage complements with Medicare. The federal government and most states provide resources to help you understand your options and guide you through the Medicare enrollment process. It’s good to be prepared – start learning more today so you’re ready when you become eligible for Medicare coverage. Column provided by Tom Shortreed, Financial planning services and investments offered through Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA & SIPC. The Niles Chapter of the American Sewing Guild’s July schedule for Neighborhood Group meetings. Guests are always welcome. • Sewing Guild at Joann Etc, Boardman store, 7386 Market St., July 5 at 6: 30 p.m. Carma will demo a mini clutch. Sylvia 330-744-8053. • Niles Silver Thimbles meet at Shepherd of the Valley Assisted Living, 1500 McKinley St., Niles. July 7 at 10 a.m. Road trip to Middlefield. Leave 9:30 a.m. from Big Lots in Champion. Effie 330-637-1429. • Evening Cut Ups meet July 11 at 7 p.m. at Grace Church of Nazarene, 5253 W. Webb, Austintown. Bring patriotic applique to share. Kim 330-545-6520. • Fancy Cutters meet at Lake Vista, 303 N. Mecca St. (Rt. 46), Cortland, July 11 at 10 a.m. Picnic; bring finger food and drink. Plates, etc. will be provided. Virginia 330-847-7549. • Material Girls meet at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 490 N. High (Rt. 5), Cortland, July 14 at 6 p.m. Barb Tryon will demo something from conference. Barb 330-550-1215. • Designing Women machine embroidery group meets at Domestic Sewing, 2011 Youngstown Road, Warren, July 8 at 10 a.m. Annual picnic. Shirley 330959-5020. • Sewphisticates meets at Shepherd of the Valley, 4100 N. River Road NE, Warren, July 20 at 6 p.m. Garment trunk show by Nancy Coulson. Diane 234-855-7610. • Howland Happy Stitchers meet at Living Lord Lutheran Church, 851 NilesCortland Road (Rt. 46), Howland, July 19 at 10 a.m. Annual picnic. Carol 330-856-4827. • Austintown Stitch and Share meets at Humility House, 755 Ohltown Road, Austintown, July 21 at 10 a.m. Bonnie will demo Moved to Tiers Skirt. Pam 330-533-7445. • Southington So-Sews meet at Southington Christian Church, 3285 St. Rt. 534, Southington, July 25. Picnic at Jennie’s house. Bring three fat quarters. Jennie 330-847-7386. C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - F inance Page 22 College students and parents: What you need to know about the 2017-2018 FAFSA The math always favors the casino winning it back Dear Mark: I enjoyed your response last week when you played referee on what Gary R. thought was a misdeal when the dealer had a 17, kept hitting, busted, but the dealer still took his bet. I am sure you would agree that not all casinos would have scooped up his wager. Anyhow, I have a protocol question relating to what should have happened next. That one extra card dealt now makes the deck completely out of sequence from when the dealer first shuffled the cards. What is the policy now? Does the dealer keep dealing or immediately shuffle up? Tom O. Again, Tom, I played referee to Gary R’s inquiry based on the rules and regulations of the casinos where I had worked. I kept how I would have handled his scenario out of my answer. This week time for a disclaimer: When working on the inside, Yours Truly did not necessarily make every decision According to Hoyle. I tried my best to remain consistent, but I will also admit there were times I would drift from black and white into gray. I had a strong belief that customer service was paramount and border decisions should favor the player unless the mistake was illegal or egregious. I would constantly ask myself “do we want lose to a customer for life over a $50 slip-up?” The math always favors the casino, and when you show a little generosity and let the customer keep what technically isn’t theirs, the house still ends up getting it all back within a hand or two anyway. Believe me when I tell you that I have seen plenty of customers get into a tizzy over less, cash out, and never be seen again. As to your “what happens next” question, had Gary R. been sitting on a single or double deck game, the dealer should have shuffled up after the incident. If it were a shoe or auto shuffler, typically you would just play on. Dear Mark: Here in Reno, casinos have multi-game machines that offer different games like Video Poker, Blackjack, Keno, etc. Do all of these games operate based on the same odds as a table game? Andy R. Reno, and similarly all gaming jurisdictions use random number generators for player results on all electronic games. In Nevada, it is a state law that any electronic game that uses representations of cards, dice, keno balls, even a roulette ball spinning round and round must be based on fair odds. To achieve the same odds as that of a hand dealt game, the game maker uses a random number generator for each game within the same machine. Dear Mark: I tend to do better at slots when I play during the day. Is there a particular time of day that it is better to play slots than another? Janice B. No, Janice. The odds remain the same regardless of the time of day. Gambling Wisdom of the Week: “Numbers have souls, and you can’t help but get involved with them in a personal way.” – Paul Auster, The Music of Change (1990) “What’s changing?” you ask, well, starting with the 2017-2018 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) these changes will be in effect: • You’ll be able to submit your FAFSA earlier. You can file your 2017-2018 FAFSA as early as October 1, 2016, rather than beginning on January 1, 2017. The earlier submission date will be a permanent change, enabling you to complete and submit a FAFSA as early as October 1 every year. • You’ll use earlier income and tax information. Beginning with the 2017-18 FAFSA, students will be required to report income and tax information from an earlier tax year. For example, on the 2017-18 FAFS, students and parents, as appropriate, will report your 2015 income and tax information, rather than your 2016 income and tax information. The transition to early submission and using earlier tax information can be summarized as follows: School Year Student Attends College 7/1/15 - 6/30/16 Submission Dates Income and Tax Information for FAFSA Use Year 1/1/15 – 6/30/16 2014 7/1/16 – 6/30/17 1/1/16 – 6/30/17 2015 7/1/17 – 6/30/18 10/1/16 – 6/30/18 2015 7/1/18 – 6/30/19 10/1/17 – 6/30/19 2016 Note that for the school year 7/1/17-6/30/18 you will use the income and tax information for the year ended 12/31/15, the same information you used to prepare the FAFSA for school year 7/1/16-6/30/17. Benefits to these changes include: • The FAFSA will ask for older income and tax information, so you will have already done your taxes by the time you fill out your FAFSA and you won’t need to estimate your tax information and then go back into your FAFSA form later to update it. • If your taxes are done by the time you complete your FAFSA, you may be able to use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool (IRS DRT) to automatically import your tax information into your FAFSA. To learn more about this visit: StudentAid.gov/ irsdrt • With the earlier availability, you may feel less pressure with not having to rush to get the taxes done and you’ll have more time to explore and understand financial aid options and apply for aid before the state’s and school’s deadlines. Check your state and school deadlines so that you don’t miss out on any aid. State deadlines can be found at fafsa.gov and check school websites for the individual school deadlines. Keep in mind that you must report the information the FAFSA asks for. Do not use another year’s income and tax information. Use the correct information according to the instructions. If the family income has changed substantially from the prior year, talk to the financial aid office at your school to discuss the family’s situation. Note that the FAFSA asks for marital status as of the day you fill it out. If your marital status changed in the time the taxes were filed and the filing of the FAFSA, you may need to add or subtract income from the tax return information accordingly. Be sure to list any schools you are considering applying to and the FAFSA information will be sent to them. Later, if you decide to apply to additional schools not listed on the FAFSA, you can log bck in at fafsa.gov and add those schools. To get more information and held with the FAFSA visit StudentAid.gov/fafsa. As you fill out your FAFSA at fafsa.gov, you can refer to help text for every question and at certain times of the day you can also chat online with a customer service representative. Information summarized from StudentAid.ed.gov/sa/about/announcements/ fafsa-changes Jennifer J. Slywczak, CPA, is the owner of Integrated Accounting and Tax Solutions LLC, located at 3378 State Route 5, Cortland. You can reach her at 330-638-2727 or by email at jennifer@jenjslycpa.com To sign up for monthly newsletters you can visit her website at www. jenjslycpa.com. C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - C ommunity ODA announces 2016 local agricultural easements approved for purchase Includes Trumbull County The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) has announced approval for local sponsors to purchase agricultural easements on 62 family farms representing 7,919 acres in 31 counties, including Trumbull County. Local sponsoring organizations, which include land trusts, counties and local Soil and Water Conservation Districts, receive funding from the Clean Ohio Fund to manage the Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program (LAEPP). The easement ensures farms remain permanently in agricultural production. The program supports the state’s largest industry, food and agriculture. To be eligible for the program, farms must be larger than 40 acres or next to a preserved farm, actively engaged in farming, participate in the Current Agricultural Use Valuation program, demonstrate good stewardship of the land, have support from local government and not be in close proximity to development. Landowners may use the proceeds of the easement in any way they wish, but most reinvest it in their farm operation. Communities wishing to participate next year can apply to be Certified Local Sponsors between September 14 and October 14, 2016. Certified Local Sponsors assist landowners interested in selling easements with the application process, easement closing and monitoring, and are ODA’s valued partners in carrying out the Ohio Farmland Preservation program. Funding for the state’s farmland preservation efforts is derived from the Clean Ohio Conservation Fund, approved by voters in 2008, and used to purchase agricultural easements from willing sellers through a competitive process. From 2002 to 2015, 294 family farms in 55 counties have collectively preserved 52,419 acres in agricultural production. Permanent easements preserved under related programs bring the total acres currently preserved in Ohio to 63,049. For more information go to: www.agri.ohio.gov/divs/ FarmLand/FarmLand.aspx. Gospel music night On Sunday, July 10 at 6 p.m., Calvary Bible Church will be hosting “Gospel Music Night” with the Gospel quartet “Hamilton Road.” It will be an evening of good fun and wholesome music for all ages. There is no admission fee; free-will offering only. A nursery and refreshments will be provided. The church is located at 4747 Warren Road (state Route 5), Cortland. For more information phone 330-638-3710 or visit www.mycalvarychurch.org. Page 23 C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - C ommunity Page 24 The truth about hot peppers By Melinda Myers Don’t be afraid to add a little spicy heat to your meals this season by growing a few hot peppers in the garden or containers. It’s easier than you think and many of the hot pepper myths floating around the garden are simply not true. Don’t worry about your hot peppers heating up your sweet peppers. Peppers are normally self-pollinated. If an insect happens to move the pollen from a hot to sweet pepper, it will not affect the flavor or heat of this year’s harvest. If you save the seeds from a cross-pollinated pepper and plant them in next year’s garden, the plants they produce may have hot or sweet fruit (or a little of both), but only time will tell. And don’t assume all green peppers are sweet or you will be in for a surprise. Jalapenos are typically harvested when green and others, like habanero, Anaheim and Poblano are hot, whether harvested when green or red. You’ll also find that hot peppers can be yellow, orange, brown and of course red. You can turn down the heat when preparing your favorite recipes, too. Contrary to popular belief, all the heat in hot peppers does not come from the seeds. While partially true, the majority of the capsaicin that gives hot peppers their heat is in the white membrane that houses the seeds. When the seeds are growing they may also be coated with extra capsaicin from the membrane. So remove the white membrane and the seeds, just to be safe, if you want to turn down the heat. The spicy heat of hot peppers is measured in Scoville Heat Units. The ratings are based on the amount of sugar water needed to neutralize the spicy heat in the extracted capsaicin that has been diluted in an alcohol-based extract. A panel of five taste testers decides when the spicy heat has been neutralized and then assigns the rating. Today many companies use a chemical process (liquid chromatography) but translate their results into the popular Scoville heat units. The Scoville heat unit ratings vary from one type of hot pepper to another, with Poblano rating between 1,000 to 2,000, jalapenos 2,500 to 6,000, habaneros at 100,000 to 300,000 and one of the hottest, the ghost pepper, at 1,000,000 to 2,200,000 Scoville heat units. Check online or the Homegrown with Bonnie Plants for iOs and Android) for the Scoville ratings, growing tips and a Pepper Chooser to help you pick the best varieties to grow. Ratings may also vary from individual plants within a specific type based on individual plant differences and the growing conditions. Whatever kind you grow, be sure to label hot peppers when planting, harvesting and storing to avoid any mix-ups. The sweet banana pepper, for example, can easily be confused with hot banana. This could make for an unwelcome surprise when preparing, serving and eating. Also, consider wearing rubber gloves and avoid touching your face and eyes when working with hot peppers, as they can burn. Wash your hands, utensils and cutting boards when finished to avoid any future issues. And don’t worry if you are having a bad day when planting your hot peppers. Contrary to some old adages, planting hot peppers when you’re angry won’t make the peppers hotter, but unknowingly taking a bite of a hot pepper may very well change your mood. Melinda Myers has over 30 years of gardening experience has written over 20 gardening books, including Small Space Gardening and the Midwest Gardener’s Handbook. She hosts The Great Courses “How to Grow Anything: Food Gardening For Everyone” DVD set and the nationally syndicated Melinda’s Garden Moment TV & radio segments. Myers is a columnist and contributing editor for Birds & Blooms magazine and was commissioned by Bonnie Plants for her expertise to write this article. Myers’ website is www.melindamyers.com. America from page 1 1796. They toasted the United States, the state of Connecticut, the president and on and on until the campfires died down and they fell asleep. In 1803, John Stark Edwards wrote in a diary that he attended a ball in Warren, where “four years since there was scarcely a trace of human hand or anything within 15 miles of it.” The dance lasted until early morning of the next day. Fast forward to 1976, America’s bicentennial, for a Mickey and Minnie Mouse were special guests at little local Independence Day the 1979 annual Fourth of July Picnic held at the history. Carol Harrison was Bazetta Township Park. Pictured with the cartoon the leader in organizing a characters, supplied by radion station WTCL Cortland-Bazetta Community are Craig Harrison, Jill Harrison, Amy Hart and Picnic at Bazetta Township Audrea Hart. Park. It was such a success that the picnics continued for another 10 years. “It was a party for everyone, not just kids, but entire families,” said Harrison. There were adult games like tug-of-war, arm wrestling, and kids’ games like climbing a greased pole or three-legged races. The emphasis was on old-fashioned outdoor games. Entertainment was provided by Irish dancers, the Top Notes, as well as other musical groups and some people dressed up like favorite cartoon characters of the day. Ruth Kozlecar’s favorite was everyone gathering around to sing “Happy birthday, America.” She remembers the picnic as one of the best events of the summer. Just how much Fourth of July celebrations are a part of our culture was brought home when my kids were about 5 and 6 years old. They were at the age where they loved sparklers and those stinky “snake” capsules that you lit with a match. We were on our way to a vacation to Nova Scotia and driving through New Brunswick on July 4. We had been talking about the holiday, not thinking about where we were, and they were excited about celebrating the Fourth while on vacation. BUT, we were in Canada! What a letdown! No fireworks, no parades, no excitement, just another day. We had a picnic, but it wasn’t the same. Never again would we travel out of country on America’s birthday. This year we look forward to the 240th birthday of our country. There will be fireworks in backyards in Cortland, but not public shows. The closest public fireworks displays will be in Warren after the Packard Band concert on Mahoning Avenue, or Niles after the Scrappers game or downtown Niles at 10 p.m. as it winds up Independence Day with a tribute to Harry Stevens (he was the guy who invented that wonderful Fourth of July all-American treat, the hot dog). There will be picnics with strawberries, cream cheese and blueberry desserts for a-red, white and blue touch to the day. Children may chase fireflies across the backyard. Writer Erma Bombeck may have captured the essence of the day with this quote: “You have to love a nation that celebrates its independence every July 4, not with a parade of guns, tanks and soldiers who file by the White House in a show of strength and muscle, but with family picnics where kids throw Frisbees, the potato salad gets iffy and the flies die from happiness. You may think you have overeaten, but it is patriotism.” Happy birthday, America! Hiram School reunion For anyone who attended Hiram School, the 23rd Annual Hiram School Reunion will be held Sunday, July 17 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Troy Community Center, 13950 Main Market (state Route 422), Welshfield, (Troy Twp.) Ohio 44021. Classes celebrating milestones are: 1941 – 75th, 1946 – 70th, 1951 – 65th, 1956 – 60th, 1961 – 55th, 1966 – 50th. Beverages, meat and table service will be provided. Those with last names A through Q please bring salad, fruit or vegetable; those with last names R through Z please bring a dessert. For more information contact: Maryan, 330-569-7057; Barbara, 330296-3732 or Gary, 330-527-4457. C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - C ommunity Cortland Rotary news Mary Williams receives the “Rotarian of the Year” award as shown with Don Petrosky and Lori Harris. Don Petrosky congratulates incoming Rotary President Lori Harris. League of Women Voters of Trumbull County The League of Women Voters of Trumbull County installed their 2016/2017 officers at their May meeting. The League, which is a nonpartisan organization, invites all women to join them this fall and educate themselves in local and national government issues and policies. The September meeting will be on Monday, September 26 at 6 p.m. at the Board of Elections. This and all meetings are open to the public. The goal of the LWVTC is to encourage and inform members through active participation in government, work to increase understanding of major public policy issues and influence public policy through education and advocacy. In the fall of 2016 the League will help register voters to vote, participate and oversee candidate forums. A 2016 Voter Information Guide will be published and distributed throughout the county in October. Donations to help in the printing of this guide are being accepted. Please call the League’s phone number at 330-367-4886 for details on how one can donate. For information on the League, please visit the League’s website at http:// www.orgsites.com/oh/lwvtc or call Membership Chairman Alice Cosgrove at 330372-2279. Pictured are seated: Janice Hardman, treasurer; Linda Kopczak, secretary; Kirsten Burkey, director; Charlotte Meloni, president. Standing: Sue Smith director; Peggy Boyd, 1st vice-president; Alice Cosgrove; 2nd vice-president, Terri Crabbs, director. Not pictured: Mary Hoke and Sandy Mahaffey both directors. Page 25 Page 26 WorshipSchedule Bazetta Baptist Church Pastor Stan Mink (smink335@neo.rr.com) 1109 Perkins Jones Rd. NE, Warren 330-372-5042 Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Bazetta Christian Church 4131 Bazetta Road , Cortland 330-637-6312 Bazettacc@gmail.com www.Bazettachristianchurch.net Sunday Worship Early: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Afresh: 11:15 a.m. Calvary Bible Church Pastor Rick Reynolds 2878 Warren-Meadville Rd, Cortland 330-638-3710 www.MyCalvaryBibleChurch.org Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School: 11 a.m. Sunday Evening: Once a month Gospel Wednesday Evening: 6:30 p.m. (for all ages) Cornerstone Baptist Church 202 West Main Street, Cortland 330-638-0466 Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Thursday Evenings: 6:30 p.m. Cortland Christian Church 153 Grove Drive, Cortland 330-637-4611 Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday School (Adults): 9:15 a.m. Sunday School (Kids): 10:30 a.m. Cortland Church of Christ Minister Terry Siverd 2330 Hoagland Blackstub Road NE Warren, OH 44481 330-856-4810 Sunday Bible Classes: 9:15 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 6:30 p.m. www.cortlandchurchofchrist.com Cortland Church of Nazarene Pastor Fred Blauser 293 East Main Street, Cortland 330-984-0313 Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening Bible Study: 7 p.m. C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - F aith Cortland Trinity Church 2576 McCleary Jacoby Road, Cortland 330-637-1421 Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. www.cortlandtrinity.org Cortland United Methodist Church 155 North High Street , Cortland 330-637-2571 8:00 a.m. Heritage Worship 9:15 a.m. Children’s Time w/Adult Study 10:30 a.m. Blended Traditions Worship 11:45 a.m. Coffee Fellowship Nursery provided from 9:15-11:45 a.m. Cross Point Bible Fellowship 504 Youngstown-Kingsville Rd., Vienna 330-394-1694 www.crosspointbible.com Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. First Christian Church of Niles 33 Arlington Avenue North, Niles 330-652-5839 Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. First Church of God 541 South High Street, Cortland 330-637-1736 Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00 p.m. Grace Fellowship Church Rev. Roy Mack 2150 Niles-Cortland Rd. (Next to Super K-Mart at the Mall) Sunday Worship: 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. Saturday Night Worship: 6 p.m. www.gracelives.com Greene Church of Nazarene 8916 St. Rt. 46, Greene Sunday Worship: 9:40 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Glenn Christian Foundation Rev. Frank J. Glenn Jr., Founder & Sr. Pastor 5540 Parkman Road, NW, Warren 330-898-1872 www.glennchristianchurch.com Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Harvest Christian Assembly of God 8798 East Market Street, Warren 330-856-4523 Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Howland United Methodist Church Pastor Matt Darrin 730 Howland Wilson Road 330-856-3463 Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School: 10:45 Nursery Care provided Sunday Worship: 8:15 a.m. (Trad),11:15 a.m. (Contemp) Sunday School: 9:20 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. with food & fun for all ages at 10 a.m. Johnston Federated United Methodist Church 6262 Youngstown-Kingsville Rd. (St. Route 193) Just north of Johnston Center, Farmdale 330-924-2611 Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Sovereign Grace Baptist Church Corner of State Route 305 & Ridge Road Sunday Bible Study: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 1:00 p.m. St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church Fr. Jonathan Cholcher, Acting Rector 2220 Reeves Road N.E., Warren 330-372-3895 Sunday Worship: Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m. Saturday vespers: 6:00 p.m. McKinley Community Church 1524 Elm Road, NE, Warren Pastor John Griffith Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. www.mckinleychurch.org St. Roberts Bellarmine Church 4659 Niles Cortland Road NE, Cortland 330-637-4886 Sunday Mass: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m. and noon Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m. Saturday: 5:30 p.m. Maranatha Christian Church 2570 Elm Road Extension (Rt. 5) Cortland 330-372-7162 Pastor Woody Cavender Sunday Worship and Children’s School 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Evening: 7:00 p.m. Mecca Community Church 5920 Phillips Rice Road, Cortland 330-638-5537 Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Northeast Christian Church Pastor Robert McGuire 865 Perkins Jones Road, Cortland Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. North - Mar Church 3855 East Market Street, Warren 330-856-3496 Sunday Inspire Worship: 9:00 a.m. Sunday Engage Worship 9:30, 11:00 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. - all ages Transportation provided to farmer’s market Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership (TNP) announces a collaboration with Warren’s Second Baptist Church to offer free transportation to and from the weekly Warren Farmers Market on Courthouse Square. Transportation is focused on TMHA sites and is also open to all Warren residents with Second Baptist vehicles moving from 2:30 to 6 p.m. More details are available by calling 330599-9275. TNP launched and maintains the market in Warren’s Courthouse Square in collaboration with Trumbull County Health Department’s Creating Healthy Communities, Mercy Health, The TMH Foundation and Lake-to-River Prince of Peace Lutheran Church 490 North High Street, Cortland 330-637-4994 Cooperative, so that the public may purchase fresh food directly from local farmers and food producers. The Warren Farmer’s Market accepts the Ohio Direction Card for SNAP/EBT benefits as well as credit and debit cards. SNAP/ EBT customers are able to double their dollars by checking in at the TNP tent. TNP will also partner with the Fine Arts Council of Trumbull County and Trumbull Family Fitness to provide live music every Tuesday and children’s activities. The Farmers Market also features yoga each week and cooking demonstrations throughout the season. The entire season schedule and information about the market are featured at warrenfarmersmarket.org. Southington United Methodist Church Located at the town center on St. Rt. 305 Saturdays at 7 p.m. Casual Dress and refreshment afterwards Can’t make Sunday mornings? Try us. Unity Church Centre 1226 Naylor Lloyd Road, Girard Sunday: A course in Miracles: 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday Healing Service & Harp Meditation: 7:00 p.m. West Mecca United Methodist Church 1215 State Route 88, Cortland 330-638-0803 Sunday Worship: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Wildare United Methodist Church 7211 N. Park Avenue Ext., Cortland 330-637-5000 Sunday Worship: 9:00 a.m. Sanctuary 11:00 a.m. Family Life Center Sunday School: 10:10 a.m. all ages CHOW selling Scrappers vouchers Cortland Humanitarian Outreach Worldwide (CHOW) is selling vouchers for box seats at the Mahoning Valley Scrappers baseball games. The vouchers cost $8, a $2 savings off the regular price of a box seat. The vouchers can be redeemed for a box seat at the ticket office for any home game. The money raised will support CHOW’s work of collecting discarded, usable items in our community and sending them to people who can use them in Appalachia and Central America. The desks, furniture and school supplies CHOW redistributes to those areas are items that don’t go into our landfills. If you plan to attend a Scrappers game and would like to support the work of CHOW, please call Becky Costas at 330-637-0219 or Maryellen Edgar at 234-244-8143. The sale ends August 24, 2016. Annual ice cream social at West Mecca UMC The free annual ice cream social at the West Mecca United Methodist Church has been planned for Sunday, July 24 from 1 to 5 p.m. Entertainment will be provided by “The Devine Inspirations” (Devine Family) and “The Golden Street Singers.” There will also be hot dogs, sloppy joes, chips, pie and beverages. “Love offerings” will be taken. Come on out and bring your friends for a great day. The church is located at the corner of state Route 88 and Bazetta Road, Mecca Township. Southington UMC chicken dinner Southington UMC, state Routes 305 and 534, Southington, will be holding a chicken dinner, on Wednesday, July 6 from 3:30 to 6 p.m. The menu includes: one fourth of a chicken, scalloped potatoes, green beans, applesauce, cole slaw, homemade desserts and a beverage. Adults $9; children ages 4-10 or chicken tenders dinner $4.50; children 3 and under free. Carry outs are available by calling 330-898-2156. C ortland N ews - J uly 2, 2016 - B usiness C ards & C lassifieds Real Estate Banking Finance Childcare Health & Beauty Event Planning Moving Marketing Lawn Equipment Sport Shop Water Systems Graphic Design Travel For Sale House for Sale 2 Story Colonial, 3 Bedrooms 2-1/2 Baths, Brick Fireplace 243 Wae Trail, Cortland $149,000 330-727-5266 Home Improvement Page 27