March 6, 2013 PDF Edition of the Perrysburg Messenger Journal
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March 6, 2013 PDF Edition of the Perrysburg Messenger Journal
PERRYSBURG YOUR HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER 1853 1935 VOLUME 161, NUMBER 10 – MARCH 6, 2013 PLEASE RECYCLE THIS NEWSPAPER ©WELCH PUBLISHING COMPANY, PERRYSBURG, OHIO, (419) 874-4491 ‘Restoring transportation independence to our community’ Perrysburg Area Arts Council closing its doors after 25 years Perrysburg 4 Transit committee makes recommendations on transit service By Deb Buker On May 7, Perrysburg residents will vote on a five-year, 0.8 mill transportation levy. If approved, the levy will generate $459,146 annually in property tax revenue offering all residents public transportation within the City of Perrysburg. The levy would cost the owner of a $200,000 home less than $50 annually, $4 a month. Last week, the Perrysburg 4 Transit (P4T) committee submitted its recommendations on transit services and schedules to city administrators and members of the health, sanitation and public utilities committee–Councilors Todd Grayson, chairman, Tim McCarthy and John Kevern. The P4T committee is co-chaired by Derek O’Neal and Gil Lutz. Members include Bob Seyfang, Carroll Russell, Chris Metzger, Chris Vogel, Deb Buker, Denny Barrett, Ed Hoover, Eric Benington, Jack Hoeflinger, Jason Craig, Jean Duston, Kevin Rantanen, Lara Lengel, Lisa Justice, Maria Ermie, Mark Hummer, Marla Overholt, Meg Klopp, Mike Liebenthal, Phyllis Morton, Pinky Edens, Rachel Johnson, Rick Radocy, Rick Ruffner, Rosa Linda Brown, Sara Weisenberger, Sherina Ohanian, Sondra Alden, Mr. Grayson and Tom Galloway. The committee recommended Dial-A-Ride services within the city for people with disabilities as well as the general public with connections to TARTA/TARPS at Meijer in Rossford and at the Maumee municipal building. This also would include door-to-door service for people with disabilities who are ADA certified. A fixed route service is not recommended at this time. According to the recommendations, “Dial-A-Ride services will allow Ride Highest Number of Scheduled Service Hours One full-time vehicle Mon. - Fri.: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Yearly Hours Additional half-time vehicle Mon. - Fri.: 6 to 9 a.m. 4 to 7 p.m. Sat. & Sun.: Only if needed Total Hours 3,900 676 520 780 780 6,656 Perrysburg 4 Transit recommends an initial schedule that allocates most of the nearly 6,700 service hours to facilitate identifying the city’s transportation needs. It is the belief of the committee that as experience is gained, the hours can be adjusted based on actual usage. Derek O’Neal, standing, and Gil Lutz are co-chairs of the Perrysburg 4 Transit committee. Right to understand and meet our transportation needs in a cost-effective, efficient manner. We anticipated that people would have reoccurring needs that will lend to a regular schedule of pick up and drop off locations/times. We believe that Dial-ARide will be flexible enough to meet whatever needs arise. Should experience indicate that a fixed route or shuttle is in the best interest of many of our residents, the contract with Ride Right should have the flexibility to allow this change.” P4T recommended that service be scheduled 24 hours in advance and pick up must be within a 30 minute window–15 minutes before to 15 minutes after the scheduled time. If less than 24 hours notice is given, every effort should be made to accommodate requests. The committee also recommended an initial schedule that allocates most of the 6,700 services hours to facilitate identifying the city’s transportation needs. It is the belief of the committee that as experience is gained, the hours can be adjusted based on actual usage. The cost recommendation for a one-way trip is $1. Councilman Grayson agrees with the committee’s recommendations. “I believe that the recommendations from Perrysburg 4 Transit simply codified the intent of my committee, council at large and the administration–so it was pretty easy to agree with,” he said. “The key thing to remember is that what was discussed at the meeting is a starting condition, not a carved-in-stone plan. The beauty of our proposal to the taxpayers is that we can use the 0.8-mill levy very flexibly to solve the transportation needs in the community at one third the cost of TARTA and also at a much lower rate than all the other patchwork transit services from various government and community agencies that currently exist. “The bottom line is that we’re going to have public transportation in Perrysburg regardless of whether this levy passes. The only question is whether we want to pay many times more for inadequate service from multiple agencies–or if we want, a privately run, cost effective, flexible service from Ride Right that we know will meet our needs. I’d encourage anyone with questions about how this levy actually reduces taxes to e-mail me at tgrayson@ci.perrys burg.oh.us.” In March 2012, Perrysburg voters opted out of TARTA (Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority) and then in November, rejected a 1.45-mill transportation levy to fund a new city-wide system. The defeat was by a slim margin–less than 185 votes– and it is believed voters did not have thorough information on the issues presented by the levy, along with confusion on the ballot language. The city funded “gap” service from September 23, when TARTA ended service, until November 27. The service was provided by Ride Right. Since that time, there has been no public transportation service available within the city. If the May levy is approved, the city will begin transportation services immediately. For additional information on P4T, visit the Web site at www.perrysburg4 transit.com. Perrysburg girls repeat as district champions By Andy Brungard Perrysburg was set to play the Ashland Arrows, coming off a big win against Lima Senior. The Jackets were eyeing their second district championship in two years and looked to advance to the regionals for the third time in four years under head coach Todd Sims. The Ashland Arrows took an early lead from Mariah Mansperger’s two free throws. Sarah Baer tied the game up by stealing a pass at the top of the arc and taking it to the other end for a lay up. Mansperger put Ashland up by four when she successfully made a lay up after making a backdoor cut towards the basket. Baer again responded with a post up move on the block for two points. As Ashland advanced the ball, Baer stole their pass attempt at half court. As she attacked the basket she was fouled while shooting and converted both free throws to tie the game at 6. The Jackets capped off an 8-0 run, when Baer again stole a pass at half court while executing Perrysburg’s full court press that caused eight turnovers. When she stole the ball, she threw it ahead to Allex Brown who made an uncontested lay up. The Arrows regained the lead when Cassidy Yetzer hit a three. Shortly after Lindy Delong tied up the game with a long jumper and the score was 12-12 at the end of the first quarter. The second quarter started slow for both teams offensively. Two minutes into the quarter, Baer scored on the post and two minutes later Delong hit a three forcing an Ashland timeout with 3:41 until the half and a 17-12 Jackets lead. The Jackets topped off the quarter with Maddy Williams swatting the ball from Ashland’s point guard. She then dove on the ground for the ball and threw it ahead to Abby Sattler. Sattler took it the rest of the way and scooped in a contested lay up before the half for a 2313 lead. Most impressive of the second quarter was the fact that Perrysburg only allowed one point. The third quarter was Perrysburg’s most productive quarter on offense, where they scored 19 points. Delong started off the half hitting a jumper and a three on back to back possessions but Ashland’s Mansperger responded with two buckets off of post up moves underneath. Williams stole a pass on Ashland’s next possession and raced towards the basket. She managed to make an athletic lay up as she flew through the air after being fouled. She also converted the free throw putting the score at 31-17 Perrysburg. Mansperger, who scored a team high 15 points, again responded with an underneath shot to keep Ashland in the game. The Jackets put their offense and defense together to close the quarter. They fin- 75¢ SINGLE COPY ished on a 12-0 run, finishing with a Katie Dunphy three before the end of the quarter. Ashland made five free throws in the beginning of the fourth, but Baer added two more underneath and the Jackets were up 45-24 with just under six minutes remaining. Perrysburg went on to decisively win their district championship, 51-33. The Jackets were led by Baer with 15, Delong with 12, and Brown with 10. The Messenger Journal, last week, received the following release from the Perrysburg Area Arts Council executive board–Corinne Amico, Jason Van Dam, Pat Amico and West Vayo: “After nearly 25 years in existence, it is–as it should be–with a heavy heart that we must announce that the Perrysburg Area Arts Council will be closing its doors. The Perrysburg Area Arts Council, or PAAC as we became more well known, began its important journey in 1989 under the guiding hand of Judy Beck. For those who had the great privilege of working alongside Judy, you know that words cannot do justice to describe her unwavering loyalty to the arts in our community, and the love and pride she poured into this organization. Without Judy and those who followed in her footsteps, we fear few would have truly experi- enced and benefited from the cultural heart of Perrysburg. From its humble beginnings as a simple directory for local artists to a nonprofit organization responsible for many of the annual events we have all come to anticipate, PAAC has always strived to be a contributing member of our community. Our mission has always been simple–to develop, sustain, inspire and coordinate arts events in the Perrysburg, Ohio area. Whether it was through our sponsored music series– Music in the Park, Brown Bag Concerts, Music at the Market–art programs and exhibits–Art in Public Places, Green Art Camp, Fiber Arts Show– drama performances–youth summer theater–or our many other programs, PAAC has done its best to touch the lives of each person in our community, artist and nonartist alike. Perhaps our most familiar role was as a co-sponsor of Harrison Rally Day and coordinator of Rally for the Arts, which invited many of our local fine artists and crafters to historic downtown Perrysburg each year to exhibit their skills, not to mention the live music and other entertainment we have all come to enjoy. Fortunately, Harrison Rally Day will continue as it always has. PAAC is pleased to announce that the Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce has graciously agreed to take over the coordination of Rally for the Arts at Harrison Rally Day and we know the chamber will do a great job. We also have taken strides to transition youth summer musical theater and expect that registration information for this great program will be made available soon. Ending that for which Mrs. Beck and others worked so hard is a sorrowful task. And yet, at the same time, we are deeply heartened by the realization that PAAC’s mission, through the continuing and selfless efforts of many individuals, will continue to thrive in our community. As we have preached throughout the years, the arts for everyone, everyone for the arts. PAAC’s motto is no less meaningful now that the organization has run its course. Instead, it is something towards which PAAC hopes this great community will continue to aspire. For it is our collective commitment to the arts that makes the Perrysburg area truly special. If anyone has any questions, or believes that they still have unresolved business or another issue with PAAC, send an e-mail to p e r r y s b u rg a r e a a r t s c o u n cil@gmail.com. Perrysburg Area Historic Museum invites the community to tour the renovated Spafford house, Sat., 2 to 5 p.m. The community is invited to a “sneak peek” of the renovated Spafford house–the future home of the Perrysburg Area Historic Museum this Saturday, March 9, from 2 to 5 p.m. Located at 27230 West River Road, the historic 1823 Greek revival home of Judge Aurora Spafford was purchased by Perrysburg Area Historic Museum, Inc. (PAHM) and renovations are being completed to open the new museum. Visitors can view the new stone fireplaces and mantels, the beautiful woodworking, original flooring, the different rooms and more. “The Perrysburg Area Historic Museum will be a safe, professional repository for a vast array of historic items,” said Judy Justus, PAHM president. “These objects, by themselves or through the presentation and demonstrations by trained volunteers, will exhibit the ideas and achievements of various individuals, both Native Americans and settlers, who inhabited this territory over the past 200 years. We will display objects and tell the history that portrays the skill of these peoples as well as their trials, successes and failures. Our gift to future generations will be the careful maintenance and protection of stories and items reflecting this heritage.” PAHM members have been working to raise funds for the renovations and construction to be completed in three phases: phase one–the renovation of the home and making it handicapped accessible; sidewalk, parking and landscaping. phase two–construction of a barn and creating an old-fash- The Perrysburg Area Historic Museum will host a “sneak peek” of the renovated Spafford house–future home of the Perrysburg museum–this Saturday, March 9, from 2 to 5 p.m. ioned herb and flower garden. Phase three–construction of an annex attached to the house for additional displays. PAHM currently is conducting a capital campaign to raise $150,000 for renovations and maintain an endowment fund for operating costs. The group has raised more than $50,000 toward its goal. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to PAHM, P.O. Box 1294, Perrysburg, Ohio 43552. Board members include Phyllis Morton, first vice president; Joann Ward, second vice president; Polly White, secretary; Richard Currie, treasurer; Charles Stocking, campaign fund chairman; and Doug Bahnsen, Bob Boyd, Frank Butwin, Don Carter, Richard Karcher, Ted Weaver, Nancy Wilbur, Cary Wise and Richard Baranowski, library liaison. Celebrity Wait Night PAHM will host a “Celebrity Wait Night” fund-raiser on Sunday, April 7, at Stella’s restaurant in downtown Perrysburg. The menu features a roast beef or vegetarian dinner served by celebrity waiters. Seatings will be available at 4 and 6 p.m. Celebrities at the first seating include Kathy Altman, First Federal Bank manager; Paula Baldoni, coowner of River House Art Gallery; Michelle Brunner, Historic Perrysburg board member; Rick Finch, Fort Meigs director; Jack Hiles, Wolcott House director; Perrysburg Fire Chief Jeff Klein; Hallie Nagle, Farmers & Merchants State Bank manager, and Ken Widdel, president of Creative Financial Partners. The second seating waiters include Mayor Nelson Evans; Jon Eckel, director of public service; Tom King, planning and zoning administrator; Robin Laird, Perrysburg Junior High School assistant principal; Glen Patton, Waterford Bank manager; Cecelia Richardson, Danberry Real estate agent; Jeff Studer, animal control officer, and Barry VanHoozen, Perrysburg Board of Education. The cost is $25 per person. “Look over the list of celebrity waiters and decide who you would like to serve you,” said Phyllis Morton, PAHM board member. “Hopefully, you will be more than satisfied and tip them well. All tips will go toward the renovation of the Spafford House as a museum as well as our endowment fund.” For reservations and celebrity waiter choice, call Polly White at 419-8741890. Sponsors, volunteers needed for Kip Boulis Race Congratulations Lady Jackets on District Champions 2013. Front row, from left are Katie Dunphy, Maddy Perry, Maddy Williams, Samantha Gremler and Mollie Whitacre. Standing, from left are Coach Jackie Derr, Kelsey Moore, Lauren Piezer, Coach Ryan DeMars, Bri Schumaker, Abby Sattler, Coach Rob Ross, Lindy Delong, Allex Brown, Sara Baer, Taylin Hunter, Coach Todd Sims and Monica Dorner. The Kip Boulis Foundation is seeking sponsors and volunteers for the 35th annual Kip Boulis 5K run and one mile walk on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, at Woodlands Park. The annual event is in memory of Perrysburg Patrolman Kip E. Boulis who drowned while assisting in the rescue of four Toledoans whose boat had overturned in the Maumee River on Monday, May 31, 1976. The 29year-old officer was a 1964 graduate of Perrysburg High School and served in the U.S. Marine Corps before joining the Perrysburg Police Division in 1968. All proceeds from the race benefit the Kip Boulis Memorial Scholarship Fund, which has awarded more than $67,000 in scholarships to students pursuing higher education in law enforce- ment. According to Sergeant Dean Butler, the race is in need of sponsors for the 2013 event. Sponsorship is $250 and assists the foundation in covering costs of race prizes, fruit for participants, coffee mugs and extra T-shirts. Sponsors receive their business name on the back of the T-shirts, race day shirts, coffee mugs and the opportunity to distribute business flyers or display a business banner at the race site. Volunteers also are needed for the event morning to register runners, hand out water along with other duties. Registration begins at 7 a.m. with race time at 8 a.m. For additional information, contact Sgt. Butler at 419-872-8001 or send an email to dbutler@ci.perrys burg.oh.us. Page 2 — March 6, 2013 — PERRYSBURG MESSENGER JOURNAL International Educator Night to be held at junior high March 13 Perrysburg Junior High School will hold an International Educator Night on March 13, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Twenty Teaching Excellence and Achievement fellows will be available to share their cultures with students, staff and community members. The event is free and open to the public. There will be a curriculum piece for students, as well as an international candy sale. Educators and community members will have an opportunity to meet teachers from many different countries. There will be a short forum about opportunities for those interested in hosting international guests, and there will be a speaker who is a Fulbright Scholar visiting for the year from Tajikistan. Perrysburg Schools is currently in collaboration with the International Democratic Education Institute (IDEI) at Bowling Green State University, and the World Affairs Council of Northwest Ohio to host 20 international educators from VFW Post 6170 makes donation to PCU 17 different countries. Teachers are participating in this six-week professional development opportunity from Bangladesh, Bolivia, Cote D’Ivoire, Egypt, Estonia, Honduras, India, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Panama, Peru, Russia, South Africa, Ukraine, Venezuela, Costa Rica, and Nepal. Four of these teachers are doing fieldwork in Perrysburg. Three teachers from Estonia, Jordan, Russia are at Perrysburg Junior High School, and one from Cote D’Ivoire is at Perrysburg High School. During the six weeks, they will spend seven days in the classrooms. The program, Teaching Excellence and Achievement, is offered through the International Research & Exchanges Board sponsored by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State. Some Perrysburg teachers and community members are hosting some of the fellows for weekend homestays. !" ! ! # $ " " # " " " " " " " " " " " ! " "$ " Shadow Valley Dental Group ! "! " $$$ $# % ! The Wood County Committee on Aging 140 West Indiana Avenue (beside the Fire Station) – 419-874-0847 Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Programs and lunches for all area residents Letters policy The weekly deadline for Letters to the Editor is noon on Friday. Letters should be limited to 300 words. Letters from the same writer will be accepted no more frequently than every 30 days. Due to limited space, coverage of community news, and production costs, only two letters regarding a certain issue will be printed each week. Time and space permitting, all other letters will be posted on the newspaper’s web site, www.perrysburg.com. The newspaper reserves the right to accept or reject letters, and to edit them for clarity and length. All letters need a signature of the writer and an address and phone number for verification before publishing. Perrysburg Senior Center On Valentine’s Day, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6170 held a special luncheon to present a $250 check to Perrysburg Christians United (PCU) food pantry. Post Commander John Parrish, left, and Post Quartermaster Bill King presented the check to Shirley Kleist, pantry manager. PCU, established in 1973, is a consortium of 12 Perrysburg churches that provides for needs of the community through a food bank, annual blood drives, crisis assistance and a Christmas toy project. PCU serves individuals and families who live in northern Wood County, north of State Route 582. The food pantry is located in the back parking lot of Grace United Methodist Church, 601 East Boundary Street. The hours of operation are Mondays, 1 to 3 p.m., and Fridays, 9 to 11 a.m. Along with groceries, clients receive a food voucher for fresh dairy and meat products at Kazmaier’s grocery store. Donations accepted include instant potatoes, canned meat, pasta, macaroni and cheese, crackers, cereal, soap, peanut butter, canned vegetables, hamburger helper, pork and beans, and toilet paper. For additional information on PCU or for volunteer opportunities, contact Mrs. Kleist, food pantry manager, at 419-874-7561. The VFW meets the second Thursday of each month at 11:15 a.m. at Charlie’s restaurant on Dixie Highway in Perrysburg. PYSA spring registration under way Registration for Perrysburg Youth Soccer Association’s (PYSA) spring season is now under way. Forms have been distributed through the Perrysburg schools and are available at Way Library. The deadline for registration is Friday, March 29. Fees for the spring season are $45 per player and $20 for a new or replacement shirt. The first game of the spring season will be Saturday, April 20. The season consists of six Saturday morning games and will conclude on May 25. Dates and times for grades 7 through 12 may vary. Teams are available for boys and girls, starting with those children who turned 5 years old prior to September 30, 2012. PYSA commissioners are: boys–kindergarten, Sandra Vargas and Jason Romp; first grade, Heather Achenbach; second grade, open; third and fourth grades, Kim Mills; fifth and sixth grades, open, and Jomaa. PYSA officers are Sarah Metzger, president; Lisa Miller, vice president; Kim Mills, secretary, and Cathy seventh through 12th grades, Crystal Jomaa. Girls–kindergarten, open; first grade, Ryan Sherman; second grade, open; third and fourth grades, Kim Navarette; fifth and sixth grades, Sean Hineline and John Effner; seventh and eighth grades, Joe Smith, and 10th through 12th grade, Crystal Sims, treasurer. Support commissioners are Cathy Rudebock, equipment and shirt coordinator, Dana Patchen, referee coordinator, and Ms. Miller, field scheduler. For additional information, visit the Web site at www.perrysburgsoccer.com or call PYSA at 419-8745224. Perrysburg Township food distribution set for March 14 The Perrysburg Township food distribution will be held Thursday, March 14, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. The township fire department will sponsor the food give-away at the township hall, 26609 Lime City Road. Only residents of Perrysburg Township, the City of Perrysburg and the 43551 zip code, who are receiving public assistance, are eligible for this food give-away. The food distribution, sponsored by the Perrysburg Township Fire Department, is held the second Thursday of each month. Residents must bring their own bags. 45TH A ANNUAL NNU NU 200+ HOME REMODELING PROS WWW. 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Class: Zumba Gold on Thursdays, at 9 a.m. This class enables participants to enjoy camaraderie, excitement, and fitness all in a dance-fitness style that feels friendly and fun. The cost is $3 per class or $20 for eight consecutive weeks. Registration is required. YMCA Fitness–Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 9 to 9:45 a.m. The cost is $1 per class or $20 for eight weeks. This aerobics class is geared to move and energize your body. Bring light weights. Jam Sessions are held each Wednesday, from 1 to 4 p.m., with Marty Brogan of the Perrysburg Area Arts Council. These sessions are open to all acoustic musicians who are beginners or seasoned players. Wii Bowling is held Thursdays at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 6 Noon menu–Roast Beef or Salmon Loaf, Riviera blend vegetables, potato salad, grape juice. •9 a.m.–Exercise •11 a.m.–Seniors in Motion Thursday, March 7 Noon menu– Pepper Steak or Chicken Teriyaki, brown rice, Brussels sprouts, fresh fruit salad, corn relish. •9 a.m.–Zumba Gold •10 a.m.–Senior Welcome and Program Committee. Interested in welcoming new at least 60 years of age. seniors to the center or helping plan programs? Join to help collaborate. •12:30 p.m.–Fire Safety Talk with Lt. Tom Granata of the City of Perrysburg. Learn some basic fire safety tips for your home and how EMS responds and 911 to calls. •1 p.m.–Art and Craft Classes. Join in the fun of basic art and craft classes. No previous skills needed. Sponsored by Perrysburg Art Council. Friday, March 8 Noon menu–Beef Potato Casserole or Almandine Pol- lock, buttered beets, tropical fruit salad, cherry crisp. •9 a.m.–Exercise •11 a.m.–Seniors in Motion •12:30 p.m.–Poker Monday, March 11 Noon menu–Beef Lasagna or Veal Patty, mixed vegetables, emerald pears, pineapple juice, dirt pudding. •9 a.m.–Exercise •11 a.m.–Seniors in Motion Tuesday, March 12 Noon menu–Hamburger Pie or Barbecue Chicken Breast, squash, marinated vegetable salad, strawberry and blueberry shortcake. •9:30 a.m.–Bingo for one cent per card. •1 p.m.–Hearing Clinic. Get your hearing aids checked. Sponsored by Northwest Ohio Hearing. •7 p.m.–Duplicate Bridge Wednesday, March 13 Noon menu–Turkey Pot Roast or Meat and Bean Chili, tossed salad, banana, cherry cheesecake dessert. •9 a.m.–Exercise •10 a.m. to noon–Blood pressure self-monitoring device will be available. •11 a.m.–Seniors in Motion. 45th Annual St. Patrick’s Day K& N I Party DR R EE BE IALS C E SP DAI L LE N Y T SPEC EN IAL S $9.95 ALL-UCAN-EAT FRIDAY FISH SPECIAL JOIN US ON SUNDAY, MARCH 17 WAYWARD INN OUR TRADITIONAL JIGG’S DINNER AND GREEN SUDS WILL BE SERVED 11 A.M. UNTIL ?? Also serving from our full Oriental & American menu. 1213 Schreier Rd., Rossford 419-666-3288 Your hosts: Bill and Cheryl Smith and Staff Letter to the Editor U.S.P.S. #428-380 PERRYSBURG MESSENGER JOURNAL Published every Wednesday at Perrysburg, Ohio 43552 Periodicals Postage Paid at Perrysburg, Ohio 43552 John B. Welch, Publisher Deb Buker, Editor Matthew H. Welch, Advertising Manager 117 East Second Street, P.O. 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USE THE CLASSIFIEDS 419-874-2528 Dear Editor: I am very thankful that the City Council has decided to put another levy on the ballot for a transportation service. Since I am tied to a wheelchair, I have used TARPs and the Perrysburg transportation system in the past to go to church, Rotary meetings and even one time a funeral. Since the defeat of the first levy, I have been tied to the nursing home in which I reside as well as to my wheelchair. This lack of independence is hard for me and for my family. With more than 100 residents, my nursing home, or any nursing facility, cannot transport their residents to their many individual appointments as has been suggested. The cost of a medic van is prohibitive for any but doctor appointments that would be covered by insurance. The transportation system also is used by those who can’t drive for other reasons such as not being able to afford a car and insurance or able to obtain a driver’s license. 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I[Ykh_j_[ie\\[h[Zj^hek]^BFB<_dWdY_Wb"c[cX[h<?DH7%I?F9$ .,5 5SBDLJOH FREE EDUCATIONAL MEDICARE SEMINAR Saturday, March 16 @ 9:30 a.m. Perrysburg Way Public Library Hello, my name is Ron Myers and I am an independent health insurance agent in Perrysburg. I host this Educational Event every month for anyone that is or will be eligible for Medicare and has questions. It is critical that you understand your options!! We will discuss how Medicare works, when to enroll, Medicare Supplement versus Medicare Advantage Plans, Part D Prescription Plans, and how to identify which plan option is right for you. This is an Educational Event NOT a Sales Event. No specific carrier or plan materials will be presented or sold. There is no cost to attend. There is no obligation in attending. Walk-ins are welcome. RSVP is optional. Individual appointments are available if you prefer. Call 419-872-0204 with any questions. (Not affiliated with Medicare or any government agency.) Citizen Advisory Group 702 Commerce Drive • Perrysburg, OH 43551 419-872-0204 877-883-1224 www.citizenadvisory.com Supports PHS swimmers Brodava Salon of Perrysburg is sending Perrysburg High School swimmers off to their district meet in a colorful way while gathering items for good causes as well. A fun night was had by all swimmers, parents and Brodava team members Sunday night coloring, cutting, fun-spirited nail art and plenty of food for the party. Coloring hair before district meets is a tradition among swimmers, so when stylist/colorist and swim mom Jennifer Burke of Brodava asked her boss Chrissy George, owner of Brodava, if they could sponsor a send-off party for these hard-working athletes at her salon, there was no pause. Ms. Burke’s daughter, Maddie Burke, is a junior at Perrysburg and is a varsity swimmer. The athletes came for the fun, but the team also gathered together to help donate non-perishable items for the Perrysburg Christians United food pantry and donations for Hannah’s Socks. “This is great way to end the high school swim season–giving back to the community,” said Ms. Burke. “And, thank you to Brodava for sharing staff–colorists/stylists Mary Mason, Darcy Gerken, Kayleigh Dodds and nail tech Tabetha Coulter.” It was a great season for PHS swimmers! They are hoping to keep up their great success and winning streak at districts Saturday, February 16, at the BGSU Natatorium from 1 to 9 p.m. It is a jam-packed fun event and we wish these athletes well! Go Jackets! It’s on the PUBLIC RECORD PERRYSBURG MESSENGER JOURNAL — March 6, 2013 — Page 3 Real Estate Transfers Real estate transfers from February 15 to 28, 2013. William Dan Shirkey, trustee to Gary F. and Debra S. Haas, 28595 East River Road, $581,250. Karel K. Czanderna to Gary F. and Debra E. Haas, 28595 East River Road, $581,250. Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation to Darcey D. and Gregory A. McKinley, 523 Nora Drive, $129,900. Nancy G. Behe to Andrei Los and Olena Gavrylova, 590 Candyce Court, $225,000. James J. and Dawn M. Berlekamp to Joshua S. and Apryl L. Benjamin, 7171 East Lake Road, $176,500. Steve K. Jindal to Samuel Osnowitz, trustee, 0 Williams Street, $284,250. Timothy S. and Jennifer L. Hansen to Derek W. Hamilton and Sarah J. Stivenson, 3612 River Ridge, $325,000. River of Life Community Church to S.L. Family Farms LLC 25547 Scheider Road, $113,850. McCarthy Builders to James N. and Shirley A. Bilkovsky, 26305 Edgewater Drive, $221,767. Nathan D. and Michelle R. Burtscher to Liberty Savings Bank FSB, 110 Partridge Lane, $90,000. Gary F. and Debbie S. Haas to Carmen Weeber Morse, 28983 Belmont Farm Road, $372,500. Martin A. and Soomin Barnard to Terry L. and Ellen L. Weihl, 0 Ovitt Road, $93,000. Michael B. and Claire Puppos to Emily A. Wilkins, 205 Mallard Road, $145,000. Craig A. Landis and Julie A. Blaser nka Julie A. Landis to Michael B. and Claire Puppos, 2230 Woods Edge Road, $214,500. Richard B. Markwood to Karen and David C. Mowry, 1863 Watermill Lane, $67,500. Saba Custom Homes LLC to Sarah A. Steffick, 4379 Morgan Place, $300,978. Dona Svoboda to The Bank of New York Mellon, 10505 Neiderhouse Road, $175,000. Anna Mae Sattler to Robert L. and Carla R. Sattler, 0 Five Point Road, $4,500. Julia K. Bizzis and Laura A. Peterson to Shawn P. and Renee S. Welch, 9750 Sheffield Road, $486,000. Mark Allen and Nancy Joy Smith to Samuel J. and Katie E. Warner, 704 Briarwood Circle, $145,000. Lars and Brooke Olson to Stephen A. and Elizabeth H. Cox, 321 East Second Street, $452,000. Jeremy J. and Kara L. Zeisloft to Kyle H. and Drew K. Schimley, 1853 Crossfields Road, $219,000. Gail Schnabel and David Goins, trustees to Peter Samenuk, 1350 Turnbury Lane, $116,000. Christine Mather Bothe to Renee Christen, 220 West Indiana Avenue, $175,000. February 22 to 28, 2013 Friday, February 22 Accident, 29000 block East River Road; rescue run, 9000 block Mandell Road; fire call, alarm, 28000 block Belmont Farm; theft, 10000 block Fremont Pike, 7000 block Starridge Court; incident reports, 28000 block Belmont Farm Road, Barney’s at Crossroads; K-9 utilized, I-75 at milemark 191; domestic violence, 25000 block Oregon Road. Saturday, February 23 Rescue runs, 30000 block Oregon Road, (2) 10000 block Fremont Pike; K-9 utilized, 3000 block Lake Point; identity fraud 7000 block Tracy Creek Drive; drug possession and falsification, I-75 at milemark 196; incident report, 27000 block Oregon Road; assault and K-9 uti- lized, 12000 block Jefferson Street. Sunday, February 24 Rescue runs, 20000 block Oregon Road, 10000 block Washington Street, 28000 block Starbright Boulevard; missing person and runaway juvenile, 12000 block Ft. Meigs Boulevard; animal incident, 27000 block Tracy Road; inducing panic, 27000 block Oregon Road; complicity and theft, 10000 block Fremont Pike; theft and identity fraud, 26000 block Heatherford Drive. Monday, February 25 Rescue runs, 20000 block Oregon Road, 7000 block Silver Creek, 30000 block Oregon Road, 300 block D Street, 700 block Commerce Drive, 10000 block Fremont Pike, 7000 block Reitz Road; fire calls, 10000 block Eckel Junction Road; alarm, 28000 block Oregon Road; endangering children, 27000 block Oregon Road; incident report, 27000 block Oregon Road, 7000 block Silver Creek Drive; theft, 10000 block Fremont Pike; drug trafficking, drug abuse and K-9 utilized, I-75 south at milemark 190; menacing, 27000 block Tracy Road; criminal damage and incident report, 9000 block Buck Road. Tuesday, February 26 Rescue runs, (2) 30000 block Oregon Road, 300 block D Street, 20000 block Emerald Lakes Drive, (2) 10000 block Fremont Pike, (2) 20000 block Oregon Road; fire calls, 26000 block North Dixie Highway; alarm, 27000 block Helen Drive; theft, 10000 block Fremont Pike. Wednesday, February 27 Accident, Oregon Road at 3rd Street; rescue runs, 20000 block Lime City Road, 20000 block Oregon Road; K-9 utilized, I-75 south at milemark 196, 4000 block Chappel Drive; assist outside agency, 10000 block Fremont Pike; lost property and theft, 28000 block Oregon Road; drug abuse, 9000 block Buck Road. Thursday, February 28 Accidents, 7000 block Ponderosa Drive, 27000 block Holiday Lane; rescue run, 30000 block Fremont Pike; fire call, I-75 northbound south of State Route 795; alarm, 30000 block Fremont Pike; K-9 utilized, 27000 block Oakmead Drive, I-75 south of Fremont Pike; domestic dispute, 7000 block Winding Brook Drive. February 20 to 25, 2013 Wednesday, February 20 Accidents, (2) north I-75 at north I-475, (2) south I75 at Fremont Pike, Fremont Pike as south I-75, (3) south I-75 at Roachton Road, West Boundary Street at West Indiana Avenue, Grogan Drive at State Route 25 south I-475 at north I-75, 10700 block Fremont Pike; medic runs, 28400 block East River Road, 700 block Commerce Drive; fire call, 26600 block West River Road; alarms, 100 block East South Boundary Street, 12300 block Williams Road; theft, 26000 block North Dixie Highway; disorderly conduct, 4100 block Levis Commons Boulevard. Thursday, February 21 Accidents, Roachton at Hull Prairie roads, West Indiana Avenue at West Boundary Street, 500 block West Boundary Street, North Dixie Highway at Craig Drive; medic runs, 300 block Three Meadows Drive, 200 block Elm Street, unit block Dr. McAuley Court, 900 block Mill Road; fire call, 13300 block Roachton Road; alarms, 1200 block Flagship Drive, 200 block Mallard Road, 27800 block White Road, 700 block West Boundary Street; theft, 100 block East South Boundary Street; fraud, 10700 block Avenue Road. Friday, February 22 Accidents, Roachton Road at Hollister Lane, 11100 block Fremont Pike; medic runs, 900 block West South Boundary Street, 100 block Civic Drive, 200 block Trinity Court; alarms, 12200 block Williams Road, 900 block West Boundary Street, 500 block East Front Street, 100 block Louisiana Avenue; fraud, 6200 block Brookhaven Boulevard, 900 block East Boundary Street, 200 block Zoar Drive; threats, 500 block Orchard Drive; family disturbance, 200 block Twinbrook Drive; domestic violence, 300 block West Fifth Street. Saturday, February 23 Accidents, Eckel Junction Road at State Route 25, 6100 block Levis Commons Boulevard; medic runs, 900 block Mill Road, 7100 block South Wilkinson Way, unit block Dr. McAuley Court; alarms, 14600 block Wood Creek Court, 1100 block Village Square Drive; theft, 27000 block Carronade Drive; disorderly conduct, 10700 block Fremont Pike. Sunday, February 24 Medic runs, unit block Dr. McAuley Court, 6100 block Levis Commons Boulevard, 200 block Zoar Drive; fire call, 300 block East Third Street; alarms, 1800 block Horseshoe Bend Drive, 12300 block Eckel Junction Road; burglary, 600 block Delaware Drive; criminal mischief, 100 block Louisiana Avenue; criminal damage, 600 block Sandstone Drive. Monday, February 25 Accidents, North Dixie Highway at north I-475, U.S. Route 20 at south I-75; medic runs, 1000 block Evergreen Court, 200 block Margaret Place, 12800 block Five Point Road, unit block Woodview Drive, 700 block Commerce Drive, unit block Boston Bay Road; alarms, 25400 block North Dixie Highway, 13300 block Roachton Road, 12900 block Eckel Junction Road; drug possession, 10600 block Fremont Pike; theft, 27400 block Helen Drive; fraud, 300 block Edgewood Drive, 27000 block Carronade Drive; keep the peace, 300 block West Fifth Street; harassment, unit block Dr. McAuley Court; criminal trespass, 200 block West Second Street. Tuesday, February 26 Accidents, south I-75 at Fremont Pike, 26400 block Fort Meigs Road, 13300 block Roachton Road; medic runs, 100 block Dr. McAuley Court, 300 block Three Meadows Drive, 10600 block Avenue Road; fire call, 26600 block North Dixie Highway; alarm, 700 block West Boundary Street; drug possession, 300 block Walnut Street; fraud, 100 block Quail Road; family offense, 26800 block Lakevue Drive; breaking and entering, 4100 block Chappel Drive; domestic violence, 12300 block Waterstone Lane. Township Police Report Sheriff’s Report, Middleton Township February 22 to 27, 2013 Friday, February 22 Accidents, 23400 block River Road, 17200 block River Road. Sunday, February 24 Unruly juvenile, 15400 block King Road. Monday, February 25 Fire calls, 23200 block Haskins Road, 20700 block Midstar Park Street; alarm, 25300 block River Road; keep the peace, (2) 15400 block King Road. Tuesday, February 26 Alarm, 15400 block Five Point Road; telephone harassment, 10800 block Middleton Pike; alarm, 15400 block Five Point Road. Wednesday, February 27 Alarm, 114800 block Ovitt Road. Wood County Retired Teachers to meet March 14 The Wood County Retired Teachers Association will meet Thursday, March 14, at the First United Methodist Church, 1506 East Wooster Street, Bowling Green. A social hour will begin at 11:30 a.m., followed by lunch at noon. A parmesan crusted chicken breast lunch will be served for $12. Kelly Barone, member education coordinator of STRS, will share legislative news with the group. Scholarship baskets will be on each table to support future educators. Canned food donations always will be accepted for the food pantry. 221 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg Ph: 419-873-6116 www.perrysburgkitchensandmore.com Brodava Salon • 742 West Boundary St. • 419-873-6500 chief. A release of information must be completed by the applicant. Participants are required to conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times. Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. Failure to comply will lead to dismissal. Participants also are not permitted to carry weapons at any time. Class size is limited, and residents of Perrysburg Township and Perrysburg will be given priority. For a registration application, visit the township Web site at perrysburgtowship.us or contact Sgt. Munoz at 419-874-3551. Completed applications will be accepted from through March 9. The Perrysburg Township Police Department will host its second Citizens Police Academy in April. Classes will be held from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Thursdays from April 4 to May 30. Participants will learn about the operations of the township police department and the duties of officers. They also will hear from other county and state agencies that the township partners with in crime prevention efforts, said Sergeant Mike Munoz, program coordinator. Participants must be 21 years of age or older and have no criminal history. Applicants with questionable criminal records will only be admitted upon written approval from the police Basic bird identification class offered at Magee Marsh Center portunity to see many birds both during migration and nesting,” said Ms Warren. “Learning to recognize birds can bring you years of enjoyment.” The class is geared for beginning birders, but all are welcome to attend, she added. There is no fee for the class, but pre-registration is required. Class size is limited. To register, call Mary Warren at 419-898-0960, extension 31 or send an email to Mary.warren@dnr. state.oh.us. Magee Marsh Wildlife Area Bird Center will offer a bird identification class from 7 to 9 p.m., on April 10 and 17. The sessions will cover field marks, birding by habitat, bird songs and learning the warblers. All participants will receive educational identification guides and CDs to help them identify a variety of birds. “We are fortunate to live in a part of Ohio that is considered to be one of the top 10 bird watching sites in the country, so we have the op- GREATER TOLEDO TRAIN & TOY SHOW Sunday, March 10 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Premier Complex 4480 Heatherdowns Blvd. Adult Admission $6 Kids 12 & under FREE Perrysburg City Police Report Perrysburg Kitchens and More Pictured are PHS swimmers and Brodava team members Kayleigh Dodds, Mary Mason, Darcy Gerken and Jennifer Burke. Perrysburg Twp. police to offer second Citizens Police Academy BUYING! SELLING! EXHIBITS! Perrysburg’s ONLY Full Service Car Wash! WE DO THE INSIDE, TOO! * Carpets Vacuumed * Dashboard Cleaned * * Center Console Cleaned * * Windows Cleaned * CARRONADE CAR WASH Rt. 20 • Perrysburg, Oh Behind PANERA Bread across from Kroger on Rt. 20 HOURS MTH 96 • FSAT 86 • SUNDAY 95 4198742877 $1 OFF ANY WASH Expires 4/3/13. 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The show focuses on the critical issues of health, wealth and freedom crucial to the retirees and preretirees of northwest Ohio. Mr. Bucher, co-founder of Citizen Advisory Group, a Perrysburg-based comprehensive retirement planning firm serving hundreds of clients throughout Ohio, is a well-known advisor, speaker and now a talk show host. Dismayed by the lack of attention given to the true needs of current and upcoming retirees, Mr. Bucher decided to take to the airwaves to help. “As long as I can remember, the people of northwest Ohio have supported me in fulfilling my dreams,” said Mr. Bucher. “Their goodwill and contributions helped me become the student and wrestling standout I was at Ohio State, and I believe it is my duty and my privilege to return good for good. “This is extremely important to me because, not all, but most of the focus of other financial advisors, especially the guys on radio and TV, seems to be in separating good people from their money. “The ‘normal’ rules of financial planning don’t always apply the same to retirees. Old, accumulation-driven strategies must be revisited. Concepts like ‘buy and hold’ have not been serving people so well in recent years. “Further, I have a tremendous interest in serving the nonprofit community. Talk about a setting where the normal rules get turned on their heads. Surprisingly, a donor might do as much financial harm as good simply by not knowing the unique rules that apply. I’ve seen tragic results occur when only good was intended. I have the understanding and experience to change that, so it’s my responsibility to help. “As luck would have it, 1370 WSPD was willing to open the noon hour on Sundays for me to develop a radio show. If you had asked me five years ago, I never would’ve dreamed I’d be doing this. But now I’m on the air interviewing authors, executive direct o r s , thought-leaders from all over North America every Sunday at noon. “So far I’ve interviewed fiveJeff Bucher time Mr. Arkansas, Todd Scarborough, on how people over 50 can get and stay fit; Christopher ‘Coach Chris’ Klesh, a travel coach who told us how to live a life of privilege all around the world at 10 cents on the dollar, and the 2011 Senior Market Advisor Magazine ‘Advisor of the Year,’ Jim Brogan. “Coming up soon, we have Helaine Olen, who has written for the New York Times, Washington Post, and many other publications. She’ll be talking about her book ‘Pound Foolish.’ My producer tells me we have authors and experts lined up for weeks in advance. I think people are hungry for this kind of information. “I’m passionate about bringing the kind of information pre-retirees and retirees need. I’m a financial guy, so sure, I’ll have plenty to talk about in that area. But I’ll be bringing experts in the area of health too, because if you lose your health, you’re sure to lose your wealth. And if you lose both your health and wealth, there’s no way you can live life on your own terms. And isn’t that what everyone wants?” “Retirement Journey with Jeff Bucher” airs from noon to 1 p.m. each Sunday on WSPD. Dr. Wayne F. Koskinen Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician The Arbor Building 139 W. Indiana Ave. Suite 102 Perrysburg, OH 419-874-4463 A FOUNDATION OF County Planning Commission to meet April 2 The next meeting of the Wood County Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, April 2, at 5:30 p.m., at One Courthouse Square, fifth floor, Bowling Green. The March 5 Planning Commission meeting was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. ‘Seamanship’ course set for March 21 A “Seamanship” course designed to be interactive, fun, unique, educational will be taught by an avid and experienced boater at Jefferson Junior High School, 5530 Whitmer Drive, Toledo. The class will be held for eight Thursdays, starting Thursday, March 21, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Participate in hands-on marine radio practice in classroom, outside compass activity, interactive challenges demonstrating navigational aids, interactive passing/ crossing situations, demonstration of flares and handling on-board fires. Students will read the book at home then attend the class and participate in real time. The program is sponsored by the Toledo Sail and Power Squadron. For more information or to register, visit the Web site at www.toledo powersquadron.org, call Christopher Hoover at 419343-0251 or send an e-mail to: cshoover@yahoo.com. First half distribution of manufactured home tax Michael Sibbersen, Wood County auditor, recently announced the distribution of the year’s first half manufactured home tax. In addition to the collected taxes, Wood County subdivisions will share in homestead and rollback reimbursements from the State of Ohio totaling $149,566.73. This money, together with an equal second half reimbursement will be distributed following the August manufactured home settlement. The Homestead Exemption is a benefit for those 65 years of age or older or permanently disabled persons who own their home and reside there as their principal place of residence. Mr. Sibbersen urges those who think they might qualify to contact the auditor’s office at 419354-1925 or from northern Wood County, 1-866-8604140, extension 1925. The Homestead Exemption is a benefit for those 65 years of age or older or permanently disabled persons who own their home and reside there as their principal place of residence. Mr. Sibbersen urges those who think they might qualify to contact the auditor’s office at 419354-1925 or from northern Wood County 1-866-8604140, extension 1925. There are 3,944 registered manufactured homes generating a tax of $390,466.74. That tax is disbursed to the political subdivisions as follows: Wood County 14,220.57 Historical Center 320.83 Alcohol, Drug Abuse, Mental Health Board 15,222.85 Board of Developmental Disability 27,086.54 Health Department 2,999.98 Park District 6,051.74 Committee on Aging 4,236.21 Human Services 7,867.14 Wood County Library 2,982.55 Rossford Public Library 1,469.87 Way Public Library 235.37 North Baltimore Public Library 762.25 Kaubisch Library 77.31 Townships 47,858.69 Municipalities 11,864.69 Schools 247,228.15 ________________ $390,466.74 A change in Ohio law effective since January 1, 2000 gave existing manufactured home owners a choice of continuing to be taxed on a ten year depreciating value scale as personal property or, to be taxed “like” real estate using an appraised market value. The law further provided that all manufactured homes that change hand after that date must be taxed at the appraised method. TOWNSHIPS Bloom 433.92 Center 120.68 Freedom 356.95 Grand Rapids 269.68 Henry 594.96 Jackson 165.24 Lake 9,420.54 Liberty 778.91 Middleton Milton 321.29 Montgomery 1,156.37 Perry 85.59 Perrysburg 27,029.68 Plain 294.31 Portage 132.52 Troy 3,091.54 Washington 122.80 Webster 36.37 Weston 2,344.06 NW Wood EMS 363.83 Central Joint FI 565.09 Mid County EM 174.36 ––––––––– Totals 47,858.69 SCHOOLS Anthony Wayne LSD Bowling Green CSD 40,923.36 Eastwood LSD 14,561.75 Elmwood LSD 6,652.77 Fostoria CSD 2,509.25 Gibonsburg EVSD 14.78 Lake LSD 54,739.57 Lakota LSD 3,136.05 McComb LSD 596.72 North Baltimore LSD 17,995.67 Northwood LSD 2,908.30 Otsego LSD 13,812.38 Patrick Henry LSD 64.47 Perrysburg EVSD 14,833.49 Rossford EVSD 55,711.25 Four County JVSD 4.48 Penta County JVSD 18,546.08 Vanguard VSD 257.78 ––––––––– Totals 247,228.15 MUNICIPALITIES Bairdstown 44.24 Bloomdale 95.69 Bowling Green 4,633.36 Bradner 178.71 Custar Cygnet 18.02 Fostoria 221.64 Grand Rapids 205.51 Haskins Hoytville 14.37 Jerry City 237.68 Luckey Millbury Milton Center 200.31 North Baltimore 2,013.67 Northwood 93.02 Pemberville 1.50 Perrysburg 886.57 Portage 6.00 Risingsun 20.60 Rossford Tontogany Walbridge 1,332.02 Wayne 126.95 West Millgrove 117.74 Weston 1,402.11 TARTA Seneca Co. Health 14.98 ––––––––– Totals 11,864.69 Salvation Army to host Feinstein Food Drive The Salvation Army of Northwest Ohio will host a food drive from March 1 until April 30 in conjunction with the Feinstein Foundation. The Salvation Army is asking for non-perishable foods that can be distributed through their food pantry at their downtown offices, as well as monetary donations. Food will be collected at various sites across the Toledo area, but The Salvation Army is looking for more groups or organizations who would like collection boxes at their sites. Any group or organization who would like to have a collection box at their site can call TheSalvation Army at 419-241-1138. The Salvation Army con- 15!,)49$%.4!,#!2%&/29/52%.4)2%&!-),9 8F8FMDPNF /FX1BUJFOUT #(2)34/0(%2"#,!2+ 8!Ê # #-0Ê #2!0. $$3 +ENSINGTON,ANE 0ERRYSBURG/( CHRISCLARKDDSCOM tinues to see an increase in requests for food due to the poor economic conditions in northwest Ohio. It serves approximately 850 individuals each month through its food pantry and Mobile Social Service Unit. The Feinstein Foundation will distribute up to $1 million this year to participants in the food drives throughout the United States. Each year since 1996, the Feinstein Foundation, started by Alan Shawn Feinstein, encourages non-profits and churches across the country to host food drives in an attempt to end hunger in the United States. Each nonprofit and church reports the total of food and monetary donations, then will receive a portion of the million dollars. The more food and monetary donations each group brings in will increase the amount of the donation money from the Feinstein Foundation. Food items can be dropped off at The Salvation Army, 620 North Erie Street, Toledo, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. IS OUR S I G N AT U R E . .%7 4%#(./,/'9 !$$)4)/.3 The following programs will be offered through the Wood County Park District. Registration is required for all programs 48 hours in advance. To register, call the Park District Office at 419-3531897 or visit the Web site at www.wcparks.org. Most programs are free of charge. Green Garage Sale Items are being accepted for a garage sale. Donations will be accepted Thursday, March 7, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Televisions, computers and large furniture items will not be accepted. For more information, call the Nature Center at 419-661-1697. PiPs Preschoolers in the Parks Turkey Vultures Participants, ages 3 to 6, will enjoy a short story and a craft about turkey vultures on Thursday, March 14, from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m., at Park District Headquarters. Tole do Adult companions must remain with children for this program. Volunteer Opportunities The following volunteer opportunities are available. •March 9, from 10 a.m. to noon–woody plant removal at Beaver Creek Preserve. Help improve wildlife habitat by removing unwanted woody plants. Dress to work outdoors and bring gloves, if possible. No experience is necessary. •March 14, from 1 to 3 p.m.–Pie Day Greenhouse Help at Reuthinger Preserve. Help grow plants at the native nursery and greenhouse. Volunteers may be asked to perform a variety of functions such as transplanting seedlings, filling pots or watering plants. No experience is necessary. In celebration of “Pie Day,” volunteers will be treated to dessert following the work session. WCCOA to hold March for Meals The Wood County Committee on Aging, Inc. (WCCOA) will participate in the national 2013 March For Meals campaign on Wednesday, March 20. The event will include elected officials and some local celebrities. “In this tough economy, the food and human contact we provide to seniors in this community is needed more than ever,” said Jacqueline Metz, volunteer coordinator for the WCCOA. “We need the community to come out and support our March For Meals events. Our clients are counting on us. 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(DPI) recently presented a $200 check to the Perrysburg High School Art Club for its artistic assistance during the pumpkin–carving extravaganza during OctoBOOfest. More than 300 pumpkins were carved and displayed around the Commodore Perry monument and lit with candles each evening through Halloween. “The crowds were so enthusiastic and the energy level was off the charts in downtown Perrysburg,” said Rob Brunner, DPI president and event chairman. “We are always pleased to work with the PHS art club on as many of our events that they can. They are all extremely talented and seem to have lots of fun.” “The DPI board, as part of the annual strategic planning session in 2011, felt a need to thank the community for all the support they have shown over the years,” said Rick Thielen, DPI executive director. “We established ‘DPI Gives Back,’ where six community non-profits were highlighted at each First Friday. Recipients also included the Beach House, Heart for a Better World, Perrysburg Elementary Parents Association, American Cancer Society’s Bark for Life and Whole Hearts Foundation.” DPI is a community-based, non-profit organization with a mission to offer and promote community-wide events in Perrysburg’s downtown historic district. For additional information on how to become a member, visit the Web site at www.downtownperrysburg.org. Pictured from left, are Mr. Thielen; Lynne Barefoot, PHS art specialist; Matt Corbett, Art Club president; Mr. Brunner; Michelle St. John-Brunner, PHS art specialist, and Don Griffith, PHS art specialist. SPRING FESTIVVAL OF CRAFTS SERVICE 4607 W. 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The cost is $20 for age 60 and older and $25 for ages 25-59. The screening panel includes HDL (good cholesterol), LDL (bad cholesterol), triglycerides, total cholesterol/HDL ratio and a blood glucose level. Results will be immediately available and will be discussed with clients by a registered nurse. These screenings require an appointment and pretest instructions. To make an appointment, call 1-800-367-4935 or 419353-5661 and ask for Social Services. Other clinics are available in March at the Bowling Green Senior Center, 305 North Main Street, Bowling Green. Get the inside scoop and the real truth about Perrysburg Real Estate at PerrysburgBlog.com Attention All Veterans Looking for new proud members to join our post, if you have served in the military. Would be glad to discuss eligibility. 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John Michael is a graduate of Southview High School and received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Toledo in professional sales and marketing, and business administration. He works for the Keyston BROS in Houston. An August 31, 2013, wedding at St. Rose Catholic Church, Perrysburg, is planned. The Perrysburg High School speech and debate team has qualified eight students to compete at the Ohio High School Speech League 86th Annual State Tournament. This year’s tournament was held at Boardman High School in Youngstown, Ohio. Qualifying for the third year is junior Alex Leong in Student Congress, second year sophomore Nisarg Shah in Student Congress, and first year qualifier junior Zach Ibarra in Impromptu speaking. First year competitors are junior Scott Cunnings in International Extemporaneous Speaking, and sophomores Ethan Bielefeld in Humorous Interpretation, Andrew Atkins in Student Congress, and Public Forum Debate partners Huan Liang and Alex Katko. Junior Rachel Dumke was designated first alternate in Prose Poetry. Last fall a record number of new students tried out for the team. The following students competed in tournaments this season: Serena Abu Rahrma, Peter Atkins, Perrysburg High School senior Abdur Rafey Khan has been named a finalist in the Johnson Scholarship competition at Washington and Lee University. “We are very proud of Abdur,” said Dr. Michael Short, PHS principal. “He is a terrific student and a dedicated learner.” The first stage of the scholarship competition involved the review of applications, which ran from early December through mid-January. The Scholarship Committee narrowed down the applicants to a pool of 200 finalists to invite to the second stage, which is the on-campus competition held March 3-5. Abdur and the other finalists stayed in residence halls with current students, and participated in a full schedule of events, including classes, receptions, open houses, tours and meals both on campus Two things to keep in mind when looking for carpet. D Serving the area since 1950 Dibling Floor & Interiors 321 Conant Street, Maumee 419-893-3256 • diblingfloorcovering.com Hrs: Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri.: 10-5:30, Th: 10-6:30 and Sat: 10-3 Three members of the Perrysburg High School Hockey Team recently received league honors. From left, Senior Alex Mihlbauer, defenseman, received honorable mention and seniors Cam Studer, goalie, and Elliot Kayser, defenseman, were named to the First Team. 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Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors, having at least 72 semester hours, are eligible for membership. Graduate students in the Abdur Khan named finalist USE THE CLASSIFIEDS • 419-874-2528 IBLING Violet O’Leary enzymes from helping the body break down and absorb food. In the 1950s, few children with cystic fibrosis lived to attend elementary school. Today, advances in research and medical treatments have further enhanced and extended life for children and adults with CF. Many people with the disease can now expect to live into their 30s, 40s and beyond. A total of 160 patients with Cystic Fibrosis from this area are cared for by the local Cystic Fibrosis Center at the Toledo Hospital. Perrysburg resident Violet Jane O’Leary is counted in this number. Violet’s family was devastated when they learned of her inherited disease when she was just 10 days old. Simple acts of breathing and eating are a challenge for her each day. At 17 months old, she is now taking more than 20 pills a day in order to digest her food and has a minimum of two, 45-minute breathing treatments each day to keep her lungs clear. Advances continue to be made in finding a cure but funds are needed to keep up the momentum of this lifesaving research. Scott Trimmer inducted into honor society at UF Jane Williams, with assistant director Kristi Dominiak and music director Amy Zavac. Performances will be March 15 and 16, at 7:30 p.m., and March 17, at 2:30 p.m. All seats are reserved. For tickets, call 419-8933304. Original beauty that lasts! Wine, Cheese and Chocolate event to benefit CFF A local group will host a Wine, Cheese, and Chocolate event on Friday, April 12, from 7 to 10 p.m., at Belmont Country Club. All proceeds from the event will go directly to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to be used to research a cure for the disease. Tickets are $30 each and may be purchased in advance by sending an e-mail to VictoryforViolet@bex.net or by calling 419-873-5773. Cystic fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system of about 30,000 children and adults in the United States (70,000 worldwide). A defective gene and its protein product cause the body to produce unusually thick, sticky mucus that clogs the lungs and PHS speech and debate 2013 state qualifiers are, from left: Ethan Bielefeld, Zach Ibarra, leads to life-threatening lung infections and obstructs the Huan Liang, Alex Katko and Scott Cunnings. pancreas and stops natural Andrew Atkins, Chris Belus- Nisarg Shah, Kinnis Wilson Academy. Districts for state qualifyka, Ethan Bielefeld, Emily and Henry Yang. Students traveled to ing were held February 2, at Cottle, Scott Cunnings, Rachel Dumke, Megan seven practice season tour- Maumee High School and Perrysburg resident Scott Galle, Michael Gerber, Zach naments held at the high National Qualifying at Trimmer, a student at the Ibarra, Alex Katko, Mahnur schools of Maumee, St. Gahanna Lincoln on FebruUniversity of Findlay, was Khan, Alex Leong, Huan John’s Jesuit, Gahanna Lin- ary 15 and 16. recently initiated into Phi The team is coached by Liang, Roland MacCarthy, coln, Wauseon, Middletown, Kappa Phi. Sam Malhas, Katie Pach, Sylvania Southview and Debra Kemp and Laura Membership is by invitaVictor Paredes, Joseph Park, Northview and Notre Dame Swiatek. tion and requires nomination St. Joseph School to present ‘The Little Mermaid, Jr.’ St. Joseph Catholic School will present the musical “The Little Mermaid, Jr.” March 15-17, at the Maumee Indoor Theatre. More than 105 elementary and prep school students are involved in the cast and crew. The production is under the direction of PERRYSBURG MESSENGER JOURNAL — March 6, 2013 — Page 5 PERRYSBURG AREA ARTS COUNCIL 419-873-ARTS BEELEY PIANOS Sales & Service (419) 754-7530 (419) 350-6281 www.beeleypiano.com TOLEDO BRIDAL PAGE Toledo’s largest wedding planning website! www.toledobridalpage.com Advertise your website here! Call Matt or Sarah at 419-874-2528 ‘Moonrise Kingdom’ to be shown at Way Library on Thurs., March 7 Way Public Library continues its popular “Show Me the Movie” contemporary film series on Thursday, March 7, at 2 p.m., with a screening of “Moonrise Kingdom.” In this drama, Bruce Willis stars as the local sheriff and Edward Norton is a scout leader in a New England town set on edge by the disappearance of two of its children. “Moonrise Kingdom” tells the story of 12-yearolds Suzy and Sam, who fall in love, make a secret pact, and run away together into the wilderness. As various authorities try to hunt them down, a violent storm is brewing off-shore—and the peaceful community is thrown into chaos. The screening is open to adults only. The “Show Me the Movie” series is sponsored by Skotynsky Financial Group, LLC. Admission and refreshments are offered free of charge. St. Rose fish fry dinners offered each Friday in Lent St. Rose Catholic Church is hosting a series of fish fry dinners every Friday through March 22. The menu features allyou-can eat hand-battered fried fish (Alaskan pollock), baked potato or seasoned curly fries, coleslaw or applesauce, roll and beverages. The children’s menu features macaroni and cheese and Marco’s cheese pizza slices. The dinners are held in the school cafeteria, 215 East Front Street, from 5 to 7 p.m., and are open to the public. Carryout also is available by calling 419-874-1867 after 4:30 p.m. The charge is $8 for adults, $7 for senior citizens and $5 for children 5 and older. Children 4 and younger are free. Proceeds benefit Boy Scout Troop 167 and the Knights of Columbus Council 7978. Way Library and the Perrysburg League of Women Voters will welcome Sandy Bihn, clean waterways advocate and Western Lake Erie Waterkeeper on Tuesday, March 19, at 7 p.m. lower level of the library. Refreshments will be served. US Silver Coins (1964 & before) US Silver Dollars (1935 & before VG+) 1965-1969 Half Dollars Silver Bars — 1 oz. to 100 oz. US 1 oz Eagles, Maple Leafs, Krugerrands All Gold coins & bars — 1 oz., 1/2 oz., 1/4 oz., 1/10 oz. & all other sizes Most other older US Coins — both Gold & Silver IMMEDIATE PAYMENT McGIVERN Jewelers/Gemologist 112 W. Second St. • Perrysburg, OH 43551 419-874-4473 http://www.mcgivern.com Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10-6; Sat. 10-4; Closed Sun. In her capacity as an official waterkeeper of the nonprofit Waterkeeper ’s Alliance and also as a long-time resident of the shores of Maumee Bay, Ms. Bihn is an advocate for the protection of area water. In her talk, Ms. Bihn will describe the problems associated with the introduction of Asian Carp into area waterways and the need for a permanent solution. She also will address the role of climate change in the dropping water level of Lake Erie. This program, which is free and open to the public, will be held on the Hey Perrysburg! We Are Your Ford Connection! MILLS HARDWARE Helping You Do It YOURSELF HARDWARE Closing Sale Starting Jan. 21 130 Louisiana Ave. • Perrysburg 419-874-4502 HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8-6; Saturday, 8-5:30 w w w. B r o n d e s F o r d To l e d o . c o m SCOTT MUIR 419.471.2941 ROB WHITNER 419.471.2953 DOUG MAHOOD 419.471.2958 BRONDES FORD TOLEDO 5545 SECOR RD. @ ALEXIS Obituaries Page 6 — March 6, 2013 — PERRYSBURG MESSENGER JOURNAL (Dowling) 22552 Carter Rd., B.G. P.O. Box 364 Phone: 419-833-3956 Pastor Tom Zulick Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Worship The Church on the Hill 10:15 a.m. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 West Second Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone: 419-874-1911 E-mail: perrysburgFUM@bex.net Web site: perrysburgfum.com Gary Rode, Pastor SATURDAY WORSHIP 5:30 p.m. Praise Service SUNDAY 8:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Worship 10:00 a.m. Sunday School “Reflecting God’s Love to All People” Taking applications for weekday preschool Preschool phone 419-874-9318 e-mail: FUMPkids@aol.com Handicap Accessible from Second Street STONEBRIDGE CHURCH Evangelical Presbyterian Meeting at: Greystone Hall 29101 Hufford Road Perrysburg, Ohio Phone: (419) 872-8556 www.stonebridge-epc.org SUNDAY 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Childcare available 24250 Dixie Highway (Highway 25) Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 (located just south of Five Point Road) Phone: (419) 874-6502 Masses: Saturday, 5:00 p.m.; Sunday, 8:00, 9:45 and 11:30 a.m. www.blessedjohn.org Sunday Services: Holy Eucharist, 8 A.M. Holy Family Eucharist, 10 A.M. Sunday School 10 A.M. 871 East Boundary Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 4198745704 www.saintmothy.net FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH of PERRYSBURG www.fpcpburg.org 200 East 2nd Street Phone (419) 874-4119 our Pastor is Rev. Darcy Metcalfe Christian Education Director: Selinda Schultz SUNDAY SCHEDULE 10:00 a.m. Worship SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:00 a.m. Adults; 10:15 am Pre-K - 12th Childcare Available PRAYER REQUESTS Please join us on the 3rd of each month at 6 p.m. in quiet time for meditation and prayer Prayer/contact requests received at church@fpcpburg.org www.gracechurchperrysburg.com 601 East Boundary Street Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone: (419) 874-4365 office@gracechurchperrysburg.com Senior Pastor: Dennis Ditto Associate Pastor: Jennifer Bailey SUNDAY 8:30 a.m. Traditional 9:40 a.m. Classes for all ages 10:45 a.m. Contemporary Childcare for infants and toddlers all morning. Check our Web site for full list of activities and events for all ages. ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH U.S. 20 and Route 163 Stony Ridge, Ohio Phone: (419) 837-5115 Daniel G. Beaudoin, Pastor SUNDAY 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Traditional Worship FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST 228 East Dudley Street Maumee, OH 43537 Phone: 419-893-2297 Services: Sunday Church Service: 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Eve. Meeting: 7:30 p.m. Christian Science Reading Room 204 East South Boundary St. Perrysburg—419-874-0371 Hours: Tues.-Fri. Noon-4 Sat. 9-Noon ALL ARE WELCOME OAK BEND CHURCH 11275 Eckel Junction Road Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone: 419-874-0219 Contemporary Worship www.oakbend.org Daniel Watkins - Senior Pastor Chad Olszewski - Associate Pastor SUNDAY 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Children’s Program and Nursery Provided 4:30 p.m. Quiz Practice 6:30 p.m. Youth Group WEDNESDAY 6:30 p.m. Awana Clubs Do you have an idea for a good story in the Perrysburg community? Call the Journal at 419-874-4491 or send an e-mail with your news to editor@perrysburg.com. SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH MISSOURI SYNOD 13101 Five Point Road Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone: (419) 874-6939 Pastor: Rev. John M. Rutz 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Worship Nursery provided Holy Communion - 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays of the month 310 Elizabeth Street Maumee, Ohio U 419.893.3381 www.stpaulsmaumee.org HOPE IN CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH 27631 Simmons Road Perrysburg, Ohio Phone: (419) 874-1194 SUNDAY 9:30 a.m. Bible Study for all ages 10:30 a.m. Worship WEDNESDAY 7:00 p.m. Evening Bible Study Visitors Welcome FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 590 West South Boundary Perrysburg, OH 43551 Phone: 419-874-3546 SUNDAY 9:30 a.m. Bible Fellowship Classes for all ages 10:45 a.m. Worship Service www.fbcperrysburg.net Check Web site for other activities ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC CHURCH 628 Lime City Road Rossford, Ohio 43460 419-666-1393 www.allsaintsrossford.org Masses: Saturday at 4:30 p.m. Sunday at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (Preschool through Grade 8) Where we study the world, teach the heart, and live the gospel. 10401 Avenue Road Corner 795 and White Road 419.874.1961 www.perrysburgalliance.org Rev. Chad Froelich Senior Pastor SUNDAY 8:15 and 10:45 a.m. Worship Services 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. PACKLand Children’s Church 6:00 p.m. Jr./Sr. High Youth WEDNESDAY 7:00 p.m. Prayer Service “Join Us In Worship” 215 East Front Street Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone: (419) 874-4559 www.saintroseonline.org Rev. Msgr. Marvin G. Borger Rev. Jerome A. Schetter, Associate Pastor Deacon Larry Tiefenbach Deacon Victor DeFilippis WEEKEND SCHEDULE SATURDAY 5:00 p.m. Mass SUNDAY Masses: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12 noon, and 5:00 p.m. CONFESSIONS MONDAY 6:30 to 6:45 a.m. 8:30 to 8:45 a.m. WEDNESDAY 6:30 to 6:45 p.m. SATURDAY 4:00 to 4:40 p.m. Anytime by appointment. ZOAR LUTHERAN CHURCH 314 East Indiana Avenue Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone: (419) 874-4346 Pastors Rev. Timothy P. Philabaum Rev. Ann Marshall, Community Pastor SATURDAY 6:00 p.m. Worship Service SUNDAY Worship: 7:15, 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. 9:45-10:45 a.m. Sunday School, ages 2 through adult. With Professional Nursery Attendant Elevator Access Feed the Five Thousand now underway The goal of this year’s “Feed the P C 5,000” project is U 2,000 pounds, as part of the Perrys- P burg Christians C U United Lenten sea- ERRYSBURG HRISTIANS NITED Troop 110 Annual All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast Saturday, March 16 Grace United Methodist Church 7:30 am - 12:30 pm Tickets: Adults Seniors Children under 12 Sunday Services Services Sunday 8:00, 9:15 am 8:00, 9:15 and and 11:00 11:00am Wednesday HealingService Service Wednesday Healing at 11:30am 11:30 am at MAUMEE VALLEY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH 27439 Holiday Lane (off St. Rt. 20 at I-75) Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone: (419) 874-7646 We are a Christ Centered, Independent, Bible Believing, Bible Preaching and Bible Teaching Local Church. Find “The End of Your Search for a Church Faithful to Jesus Christ.” SUNDAY 10:00 a.m. Worship WEDNESDAY 7:00 p.m. Worship Meets at the Perrysburg YMCA (Fort Meigs Center for Health Promotion) 13415 Eckel Junction Rd. Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Sunday Mornings 10:00 a.m. A Reformed Church Teaching the Bible verse-by-verse Pastor Joe Hillrich 419-356-1127 covechurch@gmail.com We would love to have you visit with us! Have a news tip? Episcopal Church BETHEL ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 665 West Indiana Avenue Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 Phone (419) 874-2255 Website: www.bethelag-ohio.org Rev. Paul Rea, Senior Pastor (Contemporary Worship Service) SUNDAY 9:00 a.m. Sunday School Classes 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship (Nursery provided and King’s Kids) 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship WEDNESDAY 7:00 p.m. Youth Church; Adult Classes; Missionettes/ Royal Rangers, ages 3-12 “A Place For You” $6.00 $4.00 $4.00 son campaign. Each section on the fish shown represents 100 pounds, and the filled in large fish equals 1,000 pounds. As donations are received, the fish will be filled in. All citizens and busi- •WAYNE SMALLEY Wayne H. Smalley of Perrysburg, 95, died February 27, 2013, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio. He was born on October 1, 1917, to Lynn David Smalley and Rubie Smalley in Concord, Michigan. He attended the local school, was a Boy Scout and earned spending money as a newspaper carrier. He enjoyed sports, pitching for the Concord High School baseball team and quarterbacking the football team. In June of 1941, Mr. Smalley was drafted into the Army. Upon completion of basic training, he attended Officer Candidate School at Fort Benning, Georgia. Then, during a short leave, he and Irene Snow were married. They had about three months together in Oregon before he received orders for overseas duty. He served in North Africa and Italy, receiving shrapnel wounds that removed him from the fighting. He earned the Purple Heart and was honorably discharged in 1946 with the rank of Captain. Back home in Concord, he joined his father in the Landon & Smalley Chevrolet dealership and Standard Oil gas station for a few years. He eventually went to work for Michigan Wholesalers, Inc., a wholesale building supply firm in Jackson. In 1957, he accepted their offer of the manager’s position for their Toledo office. While looking for a place to move his family, he “discovered” Perrysburg, then a town of about 4,500 people. When Michigan Wholesalers decided to downsize some years later, he went to work for Maumee Valley Supply, serving many customers he already knew, until his retirement in 1980. Retirement provided time for travel, which he always enjoyed. In addition to winters in Florida, Mr. and Mrs. Smalley traveled throughout the country to attend bi-annual Army reunions and went on several cruises. His most meaningful trip occurred after he reached his 90’s. It was his participation in an Honor Flight, taking veterans from Toledo to the Washington, D.C. World War II Memorial to honor their service. In retirement he also found expanded opportunities for woodworking, ceramics, stained glass and family genealogical research. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Irene; daughters, Susan (Jim Artabasy) Smalley and Sharlyn (Dan) Premuda; grandchildren Mike Artabasy, Karen Artabasy, Josh (Meghan) Premuda and Joel (Kristyn) Premuda; great-grandchildren, Hadley and Connor Premuda, and nieces, nephew, cousins and in-laws. He was preceded in death by his brother, Vernon, and sister, Joan Atkins. Visitation and a funeral service were held Saturday, March 2, at the First Presbyterian Church, Perrysburg. Burial was in Maple Grove Cemetery in Concord, Michigan. Arrangements were made by the WitzlerShank Funeral Home, Perrysburg. Memorial contributions may be sent to the First Presbyterian Church, 200 East Second Street, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 or to Hospice of Northwest Ohio. •JERROL REED Jerrol “Jerry” Alden Reed, 97, died Sunday, February 24, 2013, at St. Luke’s Hospital. Born in Bedford, Indiana, He lived in Perrysburg for the past 30 years, retiring there after returning to the Toledo area from Philadelphia, where he worked as manager of Universal Carloading Company, a division of US Freight. He and his wife, Julia (Dziugas) Reed were avid ballroom dancers, having met at the Willow Springs Ballroom in Chicago, Illinois in 1939, during the era of the Big Bands. They maintained their love of dancing throughout their lives, taking star turns on the dance floor at their retirement community in New Port Richey, Florida. The couple were lifetime members of Riverby Golf Club, where Mr. Reed continued to play golf and cards with his friends until last year. An ardent sportsman, he represented his age group at national tournaments of the Senior Olympics. He was a devoted fan of the Indiana University basketball team. A regular “customer” at Way Library, he often stayed up late at night reading the mysteries and thrillers the library staff had set aside for him. After his wife’s death in 1994, Mr. Reed taught himself to play the piano. He enjoyed singing songs from the ’30s and ’40s. He celebrated his 97th birthday at a party in Boston with his family last August. He is survived by his daughters, Pamela Reed Shufro of Newton, Massachusetts, and Lavonne McKeown of Wellesley, Massachusetts; son-in-law, Steven Shufro of Newton; grandchildren, Brad (Samantha) McKeown of San Ramon, California, Mollee McKeown of Wellesley, Matthew Shufro, Gwendolyn (Jonathan Bauer) Shufro, of New York City; great-granddaughter, Julia Bauer, of New York City, and special friend, Lillian Kincaid of Perrysburg. Family and friends have gathered for stories and celebration of Jerry’s life and the values that he imparted. Interment will be at Fort Meigs Cemetery in Perrysburg. Arrangements were made by the Witzler-Shank Funeral Home, Perrysburg. gh Obituary Policy Many newspapers now charge for obituaries. As a service to the community, the Perrysburg Messenger Journal provides free obituaries. These obituaries, however, should conform to our style. Limited details about the deceased person’s personal life are allowed; please state them objectively. •GARY SABATINO Gary Sabatino, 49, of Perrysburg, Ohio died unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 27, 2013, at his residence. He was born on August 31, 1963, in Elizabeth, New Jersey, to Anthony and Dolores (Radacovsky) Sabatino. He was a 1981 graduate of Shawnee Mission High School in Kansas. He worked for various construction companies and owned his own landscaping business. Surviving are his sons, Joshua, Alexander and Austin Sabatino; mother of his children, Deanna Sabatino; parents, Anthony and Dolores Sabatino; brothers, Anthony (Teri) Sabatino and Andrew Sabatino; sisters, Denise (David) Kirk and Roxanne Lamonica. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held today, Wednesday, March 6, at 10 a.m., at All Saints Catholic Church in Rossford, where the family will greet visitors beginning at 9 a.m. Burial will follow at Fort Meigs Cemetery in Perrysburg. Arrangements were handled by Sujkowski Funeral Home, Rossford. Memorial contributions may be made to the family to benefit Gary Sabatino’s children. CSI announces meeting schedule CSI, Christian Seniors Interacting, meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at Abundant Life #2, 200 Zoar Drive, Perrysburg. The following programs are planned: •March 12–Bible study with the Rev. Tim Philabaum, pastor of Zoar Lutheran Church. Lunch will be provided by St. Clair Commons. The program will be “War of 1812,” by Clint Mauk. •March 26–Bible study with Elder Dennis Miller of Hope in Christ Church. Lunch will be provided by Ridgewood Manor. The program will be “Enhancement Kids,” for the Toledo Zoo. The cost is $3 per meeting. Reservations are required by the Thursday prior to the meeting. For more information or to register, call Phyllis Morton at 419-872-0846. gh St. Rose Fish Fry Project Total: 394 pounds. nesses of the Perrysburg area are welcome to participate in the project. Donations of tuna and canned meat may be left at the Way Public Library or School cafeteria any of the following churches: Blessed John, First 215 E. Front St. United Methodist, First United Presbyterian, Grace United Methodist, Lutheran Church of the Master, New Hope Church of Christ, Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran, St. Rose, St. Timothy’s, Stonebridge Church and Zoar Lutheran. Monetary donations also •Hand-battered golden fried pollack–all you can eat! may be mailed to PCU, P.O. Box 135, Perrysburg, Ohio No trans-fats! • Coleslaw or applesauce 43552. • Baked potatoes/curly fries • Roll • Beverage At Maison-Dardenne-Walker, you will find that a beautiful facility and a warm, home-like atmosphere doesn’t have to cost you more. F Whether it’s pre-planning or aftercare, our professional staff is committed to helping families during the times they need us most. Superior service and quality at affordable pricing is what distinguishes Maison-Dardenne-Walker Funeral Homes from everyone else. 5-7 p.m. Every Friday through Mar. 22 Dinner includes... Check us out on the web: www. perrysburg .com •RAYMOND HOLLERBACH Raymond F. “Duffer” Hollerbach, of Perrysburg, died Saturday, February 23, 2013, at Bay Park Hospital. He was born October 12, 1938, in Toledo. He enjoyed music and sports, and was an avid fan of the Buckeyes, Browns and Indians. A proud Marine, Mr. Hollerbach served at Parris Island, South Carolina, and Quantico, Virginia, in the mid 1950s. He worked for more than 30 years at GM/HydraMatic as a machine operator, retiring in 1996. He enjoyed spending time with his friends at Jugs Bowling Alley or on the golf course participating in the UAW Local 14 golf and bowling leagues. He was a member of Alcoholics Anonymous for nearly 16 years. Mr. Hollerbach is survived by his son, Michael Sr.; daughters, Julie Swartz (Clay Baxter) and Debbie Lamb (Paul); stepdaughters, Jill Jackson (Derk), Julie Almroth (Roger Barron) and stepson, Mark Almroth; 12 grandchildren; 11 greatgrandchildren; brother, Dennis (Rosie); sister-in-law, Mary Pazdzior; stepbrother, Donald Pazdzior, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 23 years, Marvel Geane, and sister, Norma Jean Shepler. A memorial service was held Friday, March 1, at 11 a.m., in the Sujkowski Funeral Home of Rossford. Interment was private. 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The hall will be filled with hand crafted items (no imports). Members of TCG also will fill special orders. Admission and parking are free. This year the TCG will be hosting a food drive at this show by collecting food items for the Toledo Seagate Food Bank. Any food items and household items would be greatly appreciated. Owens Community College students are reaching out to high school girls to ensure that they are able to receive a special high school prom experience by hosting the third annual Prom Dress Drive. The Prom Dress Drive is being coordinated by the College’s Raising Awareness Club. Owens students will accept various gently used prom-specific items, including dresses, shoes, purses, gloves and jewelry, among other prom accessories. The donation drive will run through March 29. “The Prom Dress Drive has been a big success the last two years,” said Nicole Buccalo, Owens Student Activities Assistant and Raising Awareness Club Advisor. “We really want to make sure that each high school student’s prom is a memorable event. Area residents can help in the Raising Awareness Club’s outreach efforts by donating or encouraging others to donate to the Prom Dress Drive.” Following the Prom Dress Drive initiative, the Raising Awareness Club and the Springfield High School Academic Booster Club will host the Prom Dress Extravaganza for high school students and their families on Saturday, April 6. During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to purchase prom dresses and accessories for minimal cost ranging from $5-20 for dresses and 50 cents to $5 for accessories. Mentors will be on hand to assist individuals in their shopping experience. Additionally, Owens students will provide prom dress alterations free of charge during the event. Owens’ Prom Dress Extravaganza will take place from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center. All prom donations can be dropped off in the Office of Student Activities Room 165 at the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township or at Salon Onyx in Toledo. All proceeds raised from the prom dress initiative will be used to benefit future community outreach activities for the Raising Awareness Club. Owens’ Raising Awareness Club was founded with the overall purpose of raising awareness about an array of issues and causes. Comprised of Owens students, employees and alumni, the group is committed to advocating for the acceptance of cultural differences, global unity, disability awareness and various needs that impact the surrounding communities. For more information, or to make a donation, call (567) 661-2569. Use the classifieds! Community Calendar PERRYSBURG To include your organization’s activities in this calendar, mail or drop off the details to the Messenger Journal, 117 East Second Street, PO Box 267, Perrysburg, Ohio 43552. Or send an e-mail, with the date, time and location, to di anaw@perrysburg.com. The deadline for the weekly calendar is Friday at noon. Thursday, March 7 9:15 a.m. Wood County Commissioners on the fifth floor of the Wood County Office Building, One Courthouse Square, Bowling Green. 12:00 p.m. Perrysburg Noontide Women’s AA Group, open discussion at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, 871 East Boundary. Open to the public. 7:30 p.m. Wood County Democratic Party at Simpson Park Building, 1091 Conneaut Avenue, Bowling Green. Friday, March 8 9:30 a.m. St. Tim’s Clothesline, free clothing offered at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, 871 East Boundary. Open until 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 9 12:00 p.m. Perrysburg Noontide Women’s AA Group, open discussion at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, 871 East Boundary. Open to the public. 8:00 p.m. AlAnon and Alcoholics Anonymous at First United Methodist Church, 200 West Second Street. Sunday, March 10 6:30 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous at Schaller Memorial Building, 130 West Indiana Avenue. Monday, March 11 6:00 p.m. Perrysburg Township Zoning Commission at the township hall, 26609 Lime City Road. 6:00 p.m. Perrysburg Exchange Club at the Holiday Inn Express, 10621 Fremont Pike. 7:00 p.m. Depression and bipolar support group at Providence Lutheran Church, 8131 Airport Highway. Call 419-867-9422 or 517-2818042 for information. 7:30 p.m. There is a Solution AA Group, closed meeting, at Lutheran Church of the Master, 28744 Simmons Road, Perrysburg. 7:30 p.m. Perrysburg American Legion at the Schaller Memorial Building, 130 West Indiana Avenue. Tuesday, March 12 9:15 a.m. Wood County Commissioners on the fifth floor of the Wood County Office Building, One Courthouse Square, Bowling Green. 12:00 p.m. AlAnon at CedarCreek Church, 29129 Lime City Road. Free baby-sitting. 6:00 p.m. Quilts of Valor at the Quilt Foundry, 234 West Wayne Street, Maumee until 9 p.m. Donations welcome. Call JoEllen Morris for information, 419-461-3669. 6:15 p.m. Real Estate Investors Association at the Knights of Columbus, 4256 Secor Road, Toledo. Call 419-283-8427 or 419-6991532 for information. 7:00 p.m. Divorce and Separated Support Group at St. Patrick of Heatherdowns Parish conference room, 4201 Heatherdowns Boulevard. Call 419-724-4675 for information. Wednesday, March 13 7:00 a.m. Perrysburg Kiwanis Club in the lower level of Way Public Library, 101 East Indiana Avenue. Open to the public. 10:00 a.m. Wood County Committee on Aging cholesterol clinic at the Perrysburg Senior Center, 140 West Indiana Avenue. 11:00 a.m. Senior Food Pantry available through Perrysburg Township until noon at the township hall, 26609 Lime City Road. Must be 60 years old or older to qualify. 2:00 p.m. Perrysburg Township Board of Trustees department head meeting at the township hall, 26609 Lime City Road. 5:00 p.m. Penta Career Center Board of Education in the board meeting room, 9301 Buck Road. 6:00 p.m. Toastmasters Club at Zenobia Shrine, 8048 Broadstone Boulevard, Perrysburg. 6:00 p.m. Families Anonymous, a world-wide 12-step self-help support group for relatives and friends concerned about substance abuse or behavorial problems of a loved one, at Blessed John XXII Catholic Community, 24250 Dixie Highway. 7:00 p.m. Racing for Recovery, drug and alcohol support group meeting, until 8 p.m. at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, 871 East Boundary, Perrysburg. 8:00 p.m. AlAnon at First Presbyterian Church, 200 East Second Street. Place an ad in the Journal! 419-874-4491 GREEN GARAGE SALE ¢ǰȱȱŞǰȱşDZŖŖȱǯǯȱȬȱśDZŖŖȱǯǯ ¢ǰȱȱşǰȱşDZŖŖȱǯǯȬŗDZŖŖȱǯǯ W.W. 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The title of his discussion will be “The Life and Times of Peter Navarre.” His PowerPoint presentation contains little-known facts and tidbits about this trusted man who carried the message from Commodore Perry’s 1813 successful Lake Erie battle back to General William Henry Harrison. Mr. Dickson is a retired teacher from Bowsher High School and served as chairman of the mathematics department. He graduated from Woodward High School, the University of Toledo and did post graduate work at Bowling Green State University and Defiance College. He is a past commodore of the Toledo Ice Yacht Club, belonged to the International Order of Blue Gavel, and was a past master of Harbor Light Masonic Lodge. He has served as a trustee Church to offer community garden Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 13101 Five Point Road, Perrysburg, will again establish a community garden on the church property this spring. This will be the third year of operation for the garden. Last year nine participants planted gardens on the property. This year additional plots are available, and local residents may sign up to have a garden plot for their use. Anyone interested in working a small garden plot this summer is invited to send an e-mail to SOVL CMS@ATT.NET or call the church at 419-874-6939. Include a name, phone number or e-mail address in the message. A meeting will be scheduled for those interested. for the Western Lake Erie Historical Society and the Great Lakes Historical Society in Vermillion. He currently is serving on the boards of the Point Place Heritage Society, the Toledo History Museum, and the Woodward High School Hall of Fame, where he was inducted in 2008. His last Great Lakes maritime project was for the Interlake Steamship Company and the Lake Carriers Association in a successful effort to keep the Coast Guard icebreaker Mackinaw in operation and on station. Due to his comprehensive book on Prohibition featuring local Toledo gangsters, he was named Historian of the Year in 2007 by Bowling Green State University’s Center for Archival Collection. He also received honorable mention in 2011 for the interesting story in “Something for Nothing,” about gambling in Ohio and Michigan. He has written numerous published articles for: Bend of the River, Toledo Metropolitan Magazine, Telescope, Inland Seas, The Beacon, Northwest Ohio Quarterly, and other periodicals. He is the author of the following books: “ A Masonic History of Northwestern Ohio,” “Nothing Personal, Just Business,” “Point Place and Its Many Yesterdays,” “Point Place: Just a Few Years Ago,” “Something for Nothing,” “Benjamin Franklin Stickney,” “Travels with the Grandkids or Why Can’t I Roller Blade in the Grand Canyon?” and “The Masonic Movement in North- west Ohio.” He is aided in his research by his wife of 45 years, Bonnie, who is treasurer of the Wolcott Museum Guild. Upcoming lectures in the series include: •March 21, Paul Chwiakowski, “Taming the Great Black Swamp.” •March 28, Jim Bowsher, “Eclectic True Stories.” All lectures, which are free and open to the public, will be held at the Maumee Library. The Guild will serve refreshments after the lecture. Homeschoolers are welcome to attend. For more information, call Wolcott Guild President Judy Justus at 419-8746828. Christian choir seeks members The Christian Festival Choir invites area singers to join them in preparation for their annual concert “Exaltation 2013.” Rehearsals are held on Saturdays, from 9 a.m. to noon, at the new home of Calvary Assembly of God, Maumee, at the former location of the Maumee Cinemas. The concert, “Amazing Love, Amazing Grace,” is a mixture of traditional and contemporary songs directed by Pat Finnigan. For more information, visit the Web site at www.toledoexaltation.org or call 419865-5795 or 419-260-8284. 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Your ad also will appear on-line! Prepayment discount 1 year $900 $750 6 months $450 $400 3 months $225 $200 Call to place your ad 419-874-2528 M ESSENGER J OURNAL PERRYSBURG Y O U R H O M E T O W N N E W S PA P E R SECOND SECTION WWW.PERRYSBURG.COM Exchange Club honors Freedom Shrine essay contest winners The Perrysburg Exchange Club recently announced the winners of its Freedom Shrine Essay Contest. The annual contest is open to students at Perrysburg Junior High School and St. Rose School. This year’s contest winners were honored at the Exchange Club meeting on February 25. After reading their essays, each winner was presented with a plaque and a U.S. Savings Bond. The winning essays follow. “Three Words to Live By” By Hannah Kloster Perrysburg Junior High School Liberty is a word for freedom. It is what our country is based on. The power to do as one pleases, without harming others. Liberty is the power of choice and the right to be free. Our founding fathers wanted to create a nation that would be free from tyranny and despotism. Patrick Henry once said, “Give me liberty or give me death.” That is how much they believed in liberty. They wanted the leaders of the nation to keep the opinions of the people in mind when leading the country. They believed that a government’s right to rule came from the people. When our founding fathers wrote the Constitution, they made sure to set up a government that would keep the best interests of the people in mind, and not be all powerful over its citizens. They made sure to give the people liberty. Equality is a life-changing word. It is one of the foundations of this country. It has brought forth monumental changes not only in this country, but to the society of the world as a whole. Because the United States of America believes so strongly in equality, we have changed the world. Women were given rights. They were endowed with the right to vote. African Americans were given rights. They could live a free life, and vote for their leaders. I feel that equality means that everyone has what they need to be happy available to them, regardless of race or gender. It states in the Declaration of Independence, that one of our “unalienable rights” is “the pursuit of Happiness.” It does not guarantee us happiness, but allows everyone an equal opportunity to pursue their own idea of happiness. Equality means that everyone can drink from the same drinking fountain, eat at the same restaurants, and sit in the same section of the bus, no matter what race or gender they are. The government may not keep anyone from being free and happy because of their gender, race, or religion. Without equality, tyranny would reign. Justice is a powerful word. It is the core belief of our country. Justice is fairness and righteousness. Justice helps to keep evil from overpowering good. With justice, people can be free from forces that wish to keep them from greatness. With justice, people can live a life of courage and honor, and can be happy and content with their life, without fear of intrusion by other citizens or their government. I feel that justice is the preservation of the truth. When justice is done, a wrong is made right. For our democratic system to be successful, liberty must be the highest priority to follow. Liberty keeps the people free. With liberty, citizens have the right to live their life the way they want to, without being shackled down by a government or despotism. Liberty gives people the right to fulfill their dreams. Liberty helps to keep citizens from becoming imprisoned unfairly by a government that rules over every aspect of their life. It means that the government protects and enhances a good citizen's rights, it does not interfere with them. To paraphrase Patrick Henry, there is no reason to live if one cannot live the life that one wants to. In America today, we The Perrysburg Exchange Club honored the Freedom Shrine essay contest winners at its February 25 meeting. The eighth-grade students each read their winning essay to Exchange members and guests. Pictured from left, are Tim Waltzer, Exchange member and Freedom Shrine chairman; Barb Jenks, St. Rose principal; Stephanie Ravas, St. Rose; Catherine King, Jenny Schaller, Hannah Kloster, PJHS students; Dale Wiltse, PJHS principal, and Brent Swartzmiller, Exchange Club first vice president. think of liberty as an everyday thing. We forget that the founding fathers had to go to war and ultimately form a new country, just to get the liberty that we now take for granted. We forget about the soldiers, sailors, and aviators who literally had to fight and put there lives on the line to protect our freedom. Liberty gives everyone a reason to live, to have their own beliefs, and to make the most of their life. The quotes “unalienable rights” and “the pursuit of Happiness” are from the Declaration of Independence. Patrick Henry’s quote from The American Vision Textbook. “What Equality, Liberty, and Justice Mean to Me” By Catherine Marie King PJHS When our Founding Fathers first gathered together and decided that the colonies were in great need of independence, there were three certain principles upon which they founded this country. These principles were Liberty, Equality, and Justice. Since then, these fair ideals have been used as a basis in the making of laws; past, present, and hopefully in the unforeseeable future of this great nation. These three principles have several different meanings, and depending on which person you ask, you will receive different answers upon what they mean. However, I would be honored to educate you on my opinions. Liberty means that a person has the ability to control their own actions without the direct interference of another person. It also can mean that a person is free to pursue their own path in life.* Just because a person may enjoy liberty does not mean that they are free from the consequences of their actions. That is where justice comes in. But I shall touch on that at a later point. Liberty is important because it allows nations and the people of these nations to reach their full potentials. If the government limited the ways in which its citizens could express themselves, new ideas would never have been discovered. Through enabling people to have freedom of speech, the press, religion, and the right to assemble, nations provide the opportunity of the creation of life-changing ideas that can benefit the entirety of the country. Equality means that everyone receives the same access to liberty, regardless of their race, age, gender, ethnicity, orientation, or social standing. Governments should not give certain people or groups special treatment; it is unethical and can easily lead to the downfall of all that they had striven to create. All people are created equal, therefore all should be treated equal and have equal opportunities. Equality also means that you should take a person's conduct and motives into consideration when judging them, not their physical appearance. And even if you dislike or disagree with the way a person acts, you should treat them kindly. Justice means that people who have made mistakes are punished and hopefully learn their lesson. Wrongdoers atone for what they have done. Justice is a system based on what is considered morally correct. Without a justice system, criminals would run rampant and society would be unable to function like it does now. Nations and their citizens would not be able to progress, and life spans and living conditions would be significantly lower. Technology or human intelligence would not be as advanced. The most necessary of these three principles, in my opinion, would be that of Liberty. Without Liberty, we certainly would not have Equality in this country, and Justice could easily be abused. Thanks to Liberty, America as a nation and its citizens have been able to accomplish a great many things. America's democratic system has inspired many nations around the world, and bettered the entire globe as a result. Without liberty, democracy would fail. Governmental leaders would be chosen by a select few, and these leaders may have abused their positions for self gain. A politician's job is not to secure wealth for themselves and suppress those who oppose them. It is to work for the betterment of the country, and towards the freedom of all of their citizens. * Positive Liberty, http:// en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PositiveJiberty (Dec 2012). “The Women's Suffrage Movement” By Stephanie Ravas St. Rose School While women have had the right to vote since the Nineteenth Amendment was ratified in 1920, I believe that the language and “spirit” of key historical documents that helped define the development of the United States and Census data have long supported voting rights and equal freedom rights for women as “governed citizens” of the United States. This freedom is supported in the language of the Declaration of Independence as well as the Gettysburg Address. Further, women's right to pursue and solidify their rights is supported in the First Amendment, and justified by their representation in the Census population of the United States. This paper will support the above thesis with specific historical documents and data findings. The Declaration of Independence states “that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights...That to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men... from the consent of the governed.” While “women” was not stated verbatim, it is very clear that in the “spirit” of this document, both men and women were governed and expected, as citizens, to follow all laws set forth, and women should have, from this time forward, had equal rights under the language and “spirit” of the law. Additionally, in 1789, the First Amendment to the Constitution, contained in the Bill of Rights, was written to include the most important basic personal freedoms that American citizens enjoy. By definition, women were citizens under the law and should have been given all rights and freedoms provided under the law. This precedent continued with the Gettysburg Address in 1863, where President Lincoln concluded his address with these resounding words: “that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom - and that government of the people, by the people, for the people shall not perish from the earth.” To specifically state the word “people” three times, Lincoln is further emphasizing that ALL people, not only men, have the right to a government made up “of the people,” governed “for the people,” and elected “by the people.” It is clearly evident in the “spirit” and language of the documents that women should have equal rights, among them the right to vote. However, it is within man's interpretation of the law, in a predominantly male society, that women were not afforded this freedom until the Nineteenth Amendment was ratified in 1920. While United States Census figures showed that the difference in population between men and women was less than two-percent in 1920, it was women's protests, assemblies, and court cases at the state level, among other efforts, that allowed them to be heard. The Nineteenth Amendment recognized what was included in the “spirit” of the historical documents discussed earlier–women were citizens and, under the law, should have the right to vote as “governed citizens” of the United States. A history of Census figures shows a significant gender population shift, from 59 percent male and 41 percent female in 1900 to 51 percent male and 49 percent female in 1920, the year suffrage was granted to women. Today, using the latest Census figures from 2010, women represent 51 percent of the population while men make up 49 percent–this is a shift from the start of the 1900s (U.S. Census). This shift in population allowed women to significantly affect the policies and leadership in the United States, and in 2008, eight million more women than men voted in the presidential election. This outcome resulted from presidential candidate Barak Obama’s focus on women’s issues that tend to favor family and other issues related to the homeland. Again in the 2012 election, President Obama focused on similar issues, and while both candidates used their electorate, and this “gender gap” was enough to swing an election away from Romney, who had received 52 percent of the male vote (Huffington Post). Accordingly, the phrase “by the people” would not stand when less than 50 percent of the population by gender was represented. As is evident from the pivotal moments in our nation's history, such as the American Revolution and the Civil War, there was a strong willingness among American citizens to sacrifice for what was right and just. Like their predecessors in history, women suffragettes were “governed citizens” willing to sacrifice and suffer for the right to vote, which was clearly meant for all people, regardless of gender. The First Amendment states the most basic freedoms, of which the right of citizens to assemble and petition all three branches of the government for “redress of grievances,” are included. This means that existing laws can be challenged without fear of retribution. The National American Women Suffrage Association (NAWSA) was founded in 1890, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton as well as Susan B. Anthony were two of the strongest crusaders. Women risked much even being imprisoned for this cause because it was right, and their sufferings ranged from being denied food, visitors, or medical care during their imprisonment, to beatings, with the extreme case of one woman being bludgeoned between the eyes with a broken banner pole. This cruelty went against the freedom provided in the First Amendment; this must never be forgotten in honor of those who suffered for the cause. Even after the Nineteenth Amendment was passed in 1920, two out of three women failed to vote in the 1920 election possibly out of fear or a feeling that they were not worthy. Sadly, today in many middle-eastern countries, history is repeating itself with women being killed or tortured because of their struggle to vote. We must only look back in history to see those, who like women and their struggle to vote, crusaded and sacrificed for a right or freedom that was just, with a legacy that was far larger than anyone person. In conclusion, equal rights and the right to vote for women was a struggle involving selfsacrifice for many years. The above arguments support that a woman's right to vote should have been allowed prior to the Nineteenth Amendment. Finally ratifying the Nineteenth Amendment which gave women the right to vote, was a long and arduous process due to past traditions and the lack of new insight from the historically dominant male leadership made this struggle a long and arduous, but ultimately fulfilling process their efforts to put these rights into effect for women as “governed citizens” of the United States. Mark Twain said it very simply: “I know that since the women started out on their crusade they have scored in every project they undertook against unjust laws. I would like to see them help make the laws and those who are to enforce them.” (The New York Times, January 21, 1901) Please turn to page 10 PERRYSBURG MESSENGER JOURNAL — March 6, 2013 — Page 9 Suburban Legend to headline event DPI’s ‘Hurry Up Summer” annual fund-raiser Saturday, March 16 Downtown Perrysburg, Inc. (DPI) is presenting its annual fund-raiser “Hurry Up Summer” on Saturday, March 16, 6:30 to 11:30 p.m., at the Carranor Hunt and Polo Club. Committee members Tracy Hallock, Sabrina Weaver, Kelly Sandberg, Jennie Schultz, Cindy Daudelin and Stacey Geissler are finalizing the details for the St. Patrick’s celebration. The evening includes dinner, entertainment by Perrysburg’s Suburban Legend, live and silent auction and a cash bar including green beer. A rock and roll band, Suburban Legend features Perrysburg residents Jeff Kerscher, keyboard and vocals; Lance Craig, guitar and vocals; Paul Cummings, percussion, guitar and vocals; Steve Edwards, bass guitar and vocals, and Jim Siebold on drums. The group’s song list includes hits from the Doobie Brothers, John Cougar, 38 Special, Van Morrison, Bad Company, the Beatles, Journey, Stevie Wonder and more. “We are so excited to have Suburban Legend as our entertainment for the evening–they are always a crowd pleaser,” said Kerry Wellstein, DPI past president and event chairperson. “Also back by popular Suburban Legend–Lance Craig, Paul Cummings, Jeff Kerscher, Jim Siebold and Steve Edwards–will keep everyone dancing at “Hurry Up Summer.” demand will be the Perrysburg Irish Dancers.” Proceeds raised from the event help fund DPI’s season of family-friendly free events in downtown Perrysburg. “Considering that our fund-raiser is again on the weekend of St. Patrick’s Day, we intend to throw a great party while raising some much needed funds,” said Rob Brunner, DPI president. “Attending Hurry Up Summer is the perfect way to simultaneously have a wonderful time, enjoy the luck of the Irish and help to support our community.” Last year, more than 250 people attended the event which raised more than $10,000 for DPI events. Tickets are $40 and are available at the DPI office, located at Welch Publishing Co., 117 East Second Street, or online at www.hurryup summer.com. To date, sponsors for the event include Buckeye Cable, Welch Publishing Co., Betty Lazzaro of Sul- phur Springs Realty, Donna Friesner of Danberry Realty, and Thomas E. Sattler Painting. To become a sponsor or to donate an item for the auction, call Rick Thielen, DPI executive director, at 419-872-6246 or send an email to downtownperrys burg@gmail.com. DPI is a community based non-profit, 501(c)3 organization with a mission to offer and promote community-wide events held in downtown historic Perrysburg. Honoring parents of premature children Celebrate ‘Parents of Preemies Day,’ Sunday, March 10 Preparations are finalized for the second annual Parents of Preemies Day, this Sunday, March 10, from noon to 3 p.m. The event, presented by Graham’s Foundation, will be held at Health Care REIT, 4500 Dorr Street, Toledo. The day is designed to recognize the courage and commitment it takes to stay strong and resilient when premature birth turns a family’s world upside down, said Nick Hall, Perrysburg resident and founder and president of Graham’s Foundation. “This event is free for preemie parents wanting to celebrate the day, their friends and family, and anyone in the community that wants to attend to learn about what it means to be a preemie parent,” he added. The afternoon features a brunch, children’s activities, and exhibits that bring together a hand-selected group of prematurity specialists, as well as life coaching experts, counseling and therapeutic service providers, and other professionals who will be available to discuss how prematurity impacts families and how specific services and therapies can improve outcomes for premature infants and children. In addition, Parents of Preemies Day also encourages the sharing of photos and stories online w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / p a r entsofpreemiesday and an initiative to share unique stories of hope, resilience and miracles. Submissions will become part of a banner that is being produced by a graphic design intern from Bowling Green State University and will be unveiled on Sunday. Nearly 13 million babies, or about 10 percent of total worldwide births, are born prematurely each year. Medical breakthroughs continue to improve the outcomes for babies born prematurely, but experts are only now beginning to understand the intense psychological effects that premature birth has on the parents of preemies. “Parents of Preemies Day is our way of introducing the world to the broader, lasting impact of premature birth on moms and dads,” said Mr. Hall. “No one who hasn’t gone through it can truly grasp the feelings of isolation felt by parents of preemies, but our hope is that by shining a light on the preemie parent community through Parents of Preemies Day, we can ease some of that loneliness.” Mr. Hall and his wife Jennifer know the effects of prematurity first hand, hav- Jennifer and Nick Hall, founders of Graham’s Foundation and daughter Reece. Sunday, March 10 Noon to 3 p.m. Health Care REIT 4500 Dorr Street Toledo Presented by Graham’s Foundation ing experienced the birth of their twins at just 25 weeks gestation before facing the trials of the neo-natal intensive care unit and the loss of their son, Graham. “While in the NICU, my wife and I had so much support from our friends and family, employers, doctors and nurses,” said Mr. Hall. “And yet, we felt like we were barely surviving. People need to know that having a premature baby is a singularly heartbreaking and overwhelming experience. Parents of Preemies Day is a way we can help people understand the longlasting impact prematurity can have on parents and families.” The Elizabeth Scott Community is the event’s “miracle” sponsor. Graham’s Foundation Founded in 2009, Graham’s Foundation assembles and sends care packages designed to meet the needs of parents of preemies at various stages of the prematurity journey, from the early days in the NICU to the transition home. Graham’s Foundation also recognize that mothers and fathers who have said goodbye to their babies whether in or out of the hospital need support, too. The foundation offers three varieties of care package–one for parents in the NICU, one for families transitioning from hospital to home, and one for mothers and fathers who have suffered a loss. The Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Care Package is designed for parents of premature babies who are currently in the hospital–with an emphasis placed on providing information and resources that are most helpful during the early stages of their journey. These are shipped by Pampers directly to NICUs where they are distributed to parents of preemies by the staff. The Transition Home Care Package is designed to support moms and dads of preemies as they experience the excitement and uncertainty of caring for a preemie at home. The Remembrance Care Package has been specially designed by parents who have experienced this loss firsthand to offer grieving mothers and fathers a small ray of hope and the comfort of knowing they aren't alone. Additionally, the foundation’s Web site and Facebook page provide educational resources and a community for parents to share their stories and find support. For additional information on Graham’s Foundation, visit the Web site at www.grahamsfoundation .org. Page 10 — March 6, 2013 — PERRYSBURG MESSENGER JOURNAL Exchange Club honors Freedom Shrine essay contest winners Yellow Jackets win sectional opener, 55-42 ➧Continued from page 9 “The Building Blocks of America” By Jenny Schaller PJHS We all have studied the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence sometime in our life. In each document, they discuss three key points: liberty, equality, and justice. After reading them so many times, they start to become meaningless over used words. But in reality, they are so much more than that. They are the basis of our country, and some of the main ideas that our founding fathers wanted us to insure stayed important in our society. The first important key value for America is liberty. What is liberty? It is our freedom, our rights to do as we please. An amazing example of liberty is the Bill of Rights. The Bill of Rights states our freedom of speech, religion, to bear arms, etc. Liberty was established in America because our ancestors wanted to be free of a king. Freedom is why we prosper. One of the other main ideas that hold together America is equality. All men are created equal. This phrase is heard many times in speeches and historical documents, because every person is equal. It is very easy to look back at our old history and see that equality was not truly shown in the beginning of America. Fortunately, as civil rights began to grow stronger, Americans then realized how important it was that every man, whether they are African American, Hispanic, Asian, or white, are treated equally, despite their skin color. And as we watched history unfold, you can see that womens’ rights became a main issue too. By now, society has recognized that if you are straight, gay, lesbian, black, or white, it does not matter. We are all the same on the inside. In this way, equality has played a very large and important role in the growing of America. The last main idea that has built America is justice. Justice is a fair solution of a problem. On the bumpy road of founding America, you can see our justice system was a little shaky. Fortunately, as more cases we have dealt with have been brought to court, we have begun to settle in a fair justice system. Criminals have received appropriate treatment to their crimes, and second chances, when needed, have been given. In older societies, the phrase “An eye for an eye, and an ear for an ear” was used as a justice system. Our founding fathers saw that this method of punishment was a little too extreme and unfair, and thus you have our judicial system with fair laws and regulations. Americans are now settling issues more conveniently and more justly. In my eyes, liberty is the most necessary concept to make our democratic system the most successful. Slowly, our rights are being stripped from us. Right now, an important issue that has arisen is the right to bear arms. Yes, if we are not allowed to carry arms, we will be safer, but it is still a right that will be taken away, even though it is clearly stated in the Bill of Rights. As Americans, we need to recognize when our rights slowly diminish. Another example of freedom that Americans are losing is the right to privacy. We are being tracked more and more on the internet and on surveillance cameras. Liberty is also important because it is how America has prospered. “The best road to progress is freedom's road.” This quote was said by JFK. Kennedy was right when he said this, because Americans are allowed to do as they please, not told what their jobs are going to be, or where they are going to live, which is the reality in communist countries. Also, without freedom of speech or petition, we would not be able to express our disagreements with the government. Therefore, this is why I believe freedom is the most important concept in America. Overall, freedom, equality, and justice are all important foundations of our nation. We need to keep them in mind as we participate in our government, and make sure we can shape America into the amazing country it was meant to be. Quote from John F. Kennedy (BrainyQuotes. com). The Freedom Shrine The Freedom Shrine is a collection of 30 of the most important and historic American documents, including the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution of the United States and the Gettysburg Address. The Freedom Shrine is displayed at Perrysburg Junior High School on the second floor. Developed by the National Exchange Club, the Freedom Shrine originated from the Freedom Train that toured the nation in 1947 carrying an exhibit of historic documents. The purpose of the Freedom Shrine is twofold. It puts before young Americans proof that the freedom and greatness enjoyed today were not purchased easily and reminds them that these gifts must be cherished and protected. PHS boys tennis team practice starts Mon. March 11 Practice begins for the Perrysburg High School boys tennis team on Monday, March 11. Practices will be held from 3:10 to 5 p.m., at the Perrysburg Tennis Center on Route 25. Participants will need to have a current physical exam form on file, non-marking tennis shoes, shorts with pockets and tennis racquet (optional). By Andy Brungard Perrysburg opened up the post season in a sectional matchup against Lima Senior on Wednesday February 27, in Liberty Benton. The Spartans wasted no time attacking the basket in this win or go home matchup. Senior guard Devon Allen for the Spartans scored after causing an early turnover. Then his teammate and 6’5” freshman standout, Rico Stafford, hit a jumper along the baseline and Lima jumped to a 4-0 lead. Nick Moschetti hit a jumper in the lane to put the Jackets on the scoreboard, but they continued to trail early 7-2. Allen and Stafford continued their dual scoring threat, Allen driving to the whole and Stafford knocking down his short jumper. With two minutes remaining in the first quarter Perrysburg trailed 14-6. That’s when the Jackets went on a scoring frenzy. First, Shane Edwards stole a pass at mid court, dished it to Bryant Byrd on the wing, who gave it back for an Edwards lay up. Then Edwards deflected another Spartans pass attempt, which led to a Nick Moschetti three. Following his three, Moschetti took away the Spartans possession as they brought the ball up court and passed to Edwards, who was fouled while converting his layup and also adding a free throw. Perrysburg ended the first quarter with a 10-0 run to take a 16-14 lead. Edwards scored the first five points of the second quarter, helping the Jackets maintain their lead up until four minutes until half. When Lima Senior, who only trailed by one point, hit two free throws to take the lead 24-23. As the quarter wound down the Jackets’ Chris Schimmoeller hit a three with less than a minute to lift Perrysburg to a 27-26 halftime lead. Of Perrysburg’s 27 points, Edwards scored an impressive 18 of them. The second half started with Nate Patterson scoring from the post after Perrysburg pushed the ball up court to break the Lima Senior press. The third quarter involved six lead changes, but Patterson scored six points around the basket along with pivotal rebounds. Offensively and defensively Perrysburg carried the energy and improved its lead to 39-34 heading into the fourth. Patterson started the fourth, where he left off in the third by scoring on a post up on the right block. The Spartans did finally get some offense out of Stafford, grabbing a rebound and putting it back in. This along with Ruben Flowers making both free throws on a 1-1 situation narrowed the Perrysburg lead to only three. Patterson added two more short jumpers and with only two minutes left the Jackets added six points off of a slew of Lima Senior fouls in an attempt to lengthen the game in desperation. Perrysburg closed the game winning 55-42. Patterson scored all 12 of his points in the second half. Edwards led Perrysburg with 18 points, along with Moschetti who put in 10. The Jackets now advance to play Fremont Ross. PHS defeats Little Giants to win sectional finals By Andy Brungard Perrysburg’s defense carried them to victory to win their sectional final on Friday, March 1. They caused 24 turnovers in a low scoring affair defeating Fremont Ross 48-36. They now advance to play Northern Lakes League champion Anthony Wayne. The Jackets took the lead first when Nate Patterson jumped in front of a Fremont Ross pass and then also scored on the other end making a lay up on the post. The following possession Nick Moschetti hit a three from the corner, 5-0 Jackets. Fremont Ross responded by pounding the ball inside relying on the play of 6’4” big man Dylan Jagodzinski and 6’3” center Drew Solander to go on a 6-0 run. The Little Giants and Jackets had six lead changes throughout the quarter. With less than a minute remaining in the first quarter Perrysburg held for the final shot and it paid off when Chris Schimmoeller hit a jumper from the free throw line to give his team a 12-10 lead heading into the second. Fremont Ross tied the game to open the second quarter, but Shane Edwards grabbed the lead back by driving the baseline and scoring on a lay up. The Giants quickly responded with a three from Jack Gideon. However, Moschetti responded on the very next possession with a three of his own to maintain a two point lead 17-15. Patterson closed the half offensively for the Jackets scoring twice from the post to give Perrysburg a slim 21-20 lead at halftime. Each team traded baskets to start the second half but afterwards neither team scored for the next three minutes. Perrysburg was leading by one point and with little scoring, both teams were looking for a spark. The Jackets’ Matt Kaczinski provided that spark for his team when he stole a pass at mid-court and laid it in. On the next Perrysburg possession they worked the ball around and found Nick Moschetti in the corner for a three to lead 30-25 with 2:53 remaining in the third. Perrysburg closed the quarter holding onto a four point lead, but on the first play of the fourth quarter Bryant Byrd extended that lead to six off a nice spin move in the lane to make a short one handed jumper. Fremont Ross, down by six points, pushed on a 4-0 run behind the scoring hand of Gideon and now only trailed 34-32. During the next several minutes Perrysburg impressively made 10 'RZQ 3D\PHQW No1RDown Payment 30, No1RPMI 2+)$)+$ FHA 'RZQ 3D\PHQW $VVLVWDQFH +HURHV 3URJUDP Purchase Program USDA No86'$ Down Payment 3XUFKDVH 3URJUDP No1RPMI 30, 1R 'RZQ 3D\PHQW Ticket sales for the boys basketball game Thursday night at Liberty Benton are being held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, March 6 and 7, in the athletic office at Perrysburg High Shool. 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The Chamber reserves the right to assign booth space to exhibitors. All booths include back and side drapes and skirted table and two chairs unless noted •Ballroom Booth–6 by 8 feet wide, back and side drapes, high speed wireless Internet, two tickets for VIP preview reception and breakfast; $210 chamber members, $270 non-chamber members. •Ballroom Booth with electricity–same as ballroom booth plus access to 110 electrical outlet; $240 chamber members, $300 nonchamber members. •Foyer Booth with electricity–same as ballroom booth with electricity except no back and side drapes; $210 chamber members, $270 non-chamber members. •Large Ballroom Booth with electricity–6 by 12 feet; same as ballroom booth with electricity but in a larger format; $290 chamber members, $350 non-chamber members. •Endcap Booth–New for 2013, 8 by 12 feet; same as ballroom booth but in a larger endcap format. No electricity; $400 chamber members, $500 non-chamber members. •Corner Ballroom Booth with electricity–8 by 14 feet corner booth; same as ballroom booth with electricity www.colorfullivinginteriors.com Designing rooms that make you smile. Luella Smith 419-873-ROOM (7666) METZGER PAINTING & WALLPAPERING For All Your Rental Needs Be Prepared With Batteries For: u Alarm Systems u Radios u Auto/Trucks u Camcorders CELL PHONES Dynalite Battery 26040A Glenwood Rd. (corner Rt. 20 and Glenwood Rd.) Perrysburg, OH • We Rebuild Power Tool Batteries Wood Blinds Shutters • Draperies • Wood Honeycomb Shades Honeycomb Shades • Roller S Roller Shades Vertical Blinds • Silhouett Roman Shades Woven Wood and more Silhouettes® WovenMeasuring Wood & Ins Professional and Lowmore! Price Promise! 419-837-6100 Event Sponsor $600 Chamber members/$700 non-Chamber members. An unlimited number of Event sponsorships are available. •Choice of any 6 by 8 foot Showcase exhibitor booth with table and two chairs, based on availability. Larger booths may be available; We have all types of batteries–not just auto! Great Warranties! Visit www.budgetblinds.com Professional Measuring for more information. Over 650 consultants nationwide! and Installation #32924 www.blackswampequipment.com Turn to the Experts™ on installs For Information Call: 419.873.5436 Barbara St. Arnand www.slaskebuilding.com Certified Senior Discounts 419-874-2251 Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce to present ‘Showcase on Commerce Expo 2013’ Business Class, Penta and Waterford at Levis Commons. FREE ESTIMATE Find custom wind coverings that fit you Shutters • Draperies Kitchens, Baths, Additions, Ceramic Tile, Decks, Windows, Doors, Basements, Skylights 32 years in business www.bernierappconstruction.com Licensed, Bonded & Insured • Propane Filling Station • Portable Toilets MEMBER NW OHIO & SE MICHIGAN Service all Makes & Models It’s Hard To Stop A Trane.™ Sponsorship opportunities, booths available The Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce will present it annual “Showcase on Commerce Expo,” Saturday, April 13, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Hilton Garden Inn ballroom and event center in Levis Commons. The event is free and open to the public. “The 2013 Showcase on Commerce Expo is off to a great start–in fact significantly ahead of last year,” said Kim Klewer, Chamber past president and Expo chairman. “We already have a nice variety of new and returning exhibitors. At this pace, we anticipate a full house with something for everyone. “Showcase is a great opportunity for our area businesses and a one-stop service to our community to see a great selection of products and services.” Event partners are Hilton Garden Inn and Welch Publishing. Sponsors to date include Asset Protection Corporation, F & M Bank, First Federal Bank, NW Ohio Primary Care Physicians, Physical Therapy Consultants, Serenity Farm, Toledo Edison, Time Warner Cable “Let’s just say that comfort is our thing.” We Buy Scrap Batteries! Custom Remodeling 419-874-4502 HARDWARE 00 per week HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 419-297-0071 or 419-215-4402 BERNIE A. RAPP CONSTRUCTION 126 - 130 Louisiana Ave. Perrysburg Advertise Here for One copy SCHWABEL Perrysburg, OH MILLS HARDWARE LICENSE FINANCING AVAILABLE Riddle Services 419-874-3525 CLOSING SALE STARTING JAN. 21 Turn to the Experts™ 17 Years Service Licensed, Bonded, Insured Residential & Light Commercial Find custom wondow coverings that fit your style! Located on Rt. 795 (Avenue Road) across from Woodlands Park HARDWARE Fraser Phibbs All types of welding PERFORMANCE - COMFORT - SAVINGS TOM HAAS STUMP’S PROFESSIONAL PAINTING, LLC KRUSE CONSTRUCTION HEAVY METAL WELDING but in a larger corner format; $350 chamber members. $425 non-chamber members. Private room also are available for seminars, demonstrations or large displays. Showcase on Commerce Expo committee members include Mr. Klewer, Asset Protection Corporation; Mike Olmstead, Performance Over Pain; Vic Gable, Community Employment Services; Matt Feasel, Perrysburg Schools, and Deb Buker, Perrysburg Messenger Journal. For additional information on the Perrysburg Area Chamber of Commerce or the Expo, visit the Web site at www.perrysburgchamber. com or call 419-874-9147. Exhibitors... To reserve your booth at the Expo, call 419-874-9147. • • • • • New Homes & Remodeling Basements Kitchens & Baths Room Additions Custom Woodwork Residential • Commercial Installation & Repair Geothermal•Furnaces•Boilers•Water Heaters •Air Conditioning•Reverse Osmosis Systems Licensed Insured BBB member 419-874-9499 E: ultraheatcoolinc@aol.com Fax: 419-874-7990 419-874-1176 Now open 6 a.m. Tues, Thur & Fri 200 E. South Boundary St. ( BIG LOTS plaza) WCCOA receives grant from Meals on Wheels Association of America The Wood County Committee on Aging, Inc. (WCCOA) has been awarded a $4,000 grant from the Meals On Wheels Association of America (MOWAA) as part of the Subaru of America “Share the Love” event. WCCOA worked with LaRiche Subaru during the 2012 holiday season to deliver hot, nutritious meals to North Baltimore area homebound seniors. “We were pleased for the generous support Subaru of America has given to Meals on Wheels programs, such as ours. This is the third consecutive year we have had the opportunity to partner with Subaru dealerships in our area for this event,” said Angie Bradford, director of food service for WCCOA. “This grant award will be used to assist in the expansion of our home delivered meal program throughout Wood County.” As one of the five Subaru “Share the Love” event charitable partners, MOWAA created the “Share the Love” grant program to foster partnerships between local Meals On Wheels programs and Subaru dealerships. MOWAA is awarding $200,000 in grants to 66 Meals On Wheels programs across the country that involved dealership employees in their efforts to serve homebound seniors in their community. “We greatly appreciate Subaru’s fifth consecutive year of commitment to Meals On Wheels through its ‘Share the Love’ event,” said Ellie Hollander, incoming MOWAA president and CEO. “We also owe a sincere debt of gratitude to the Subaru purchasers who generously selected Meals On Wheels as their beneficiary. As a result, our programs can purchase food and equipment to provide more nutritious meals to hungry, homebound seniors in the local communities in which Subaru employees and customers live and do business. Having that kind of social impact is enormous and speaks volumes about the company’s commitment to ‘sharing the love.’” Wood County Committee on Aging serves approximately 750 meals Monday through Friday to the 60 year and older population throughout Wood County. To receive more information about the WCCOA’s home delivered and congregate meal programs, call 419353-5661 or 1-800-367-4935. Page 12 — March 6, 2013 — PERRYSBURG MESSENGER JOURNAL HELP WANTED NOTICE TO CONSUMERS In answering advertisements, whether in publications, or television, be aware that 1-900 numbers have a charge that will be billed to your telephone number. 1-800 numbers that switch you to a 1-900 number are also billed to you. Government job information or sales can be obtained free from appropriate government agencies. Long distance calls to brokers may only be solicitations for schools or instruction books, for which there is a charge. Fast paced Perrysburg insurance office looking for detail-oriented, friendly individual to perform customer service/administrative assistant duties on a part or fulltime basis. Prop/Cas. license a plus. Must be able to pass a complete background check. Please send resume to Nicole@pbkagency.com THE CLASSIFIEDS SERVE EVERYONE MRops, a global market research company, has launched an Executive Interviewing Center in Perrysburg. We are adding a number of parttime Executive Interviewers to our team. The primary responsibilities include scheduling and conducting quantitative, business-to-business market research interviews. The ideal candidate will have professional experience, strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently. Industry experience in one of the following industries is preferred: financial services and/or healthcare. If you are interested, please send an email expressing your interest and attach your resume to: jobs@mrops.com. CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING—first 10 words $5.50, 30 cents per word thereafter. Display classified section, $12.75 per column inch. All garage/estate sales must be prepaid, by cash, check or credit card. DEADLINE IS EACH MONDAY AT NOON. Classified ads mailed in should be accompanied by payment; ads phoned in should be paid promptly to avoid a $2.00 billing charge. Send ads to P.O. Box 267, Perrysburg, Ohio 43552. Perrysburg Messenger Journal office hours are Monday, 8:30 to 4:30; Tuesday-Friday, 9 to 4; closed Saturday and Sunday, or visit our Web site at www.perrysburg.com. CALL 419-874-2528 or 419-874-4491 FIRST TIME ADVERTISERS, WITHOUT A CREDIT HISTORY MUST PAY FOR ADVERTISING WHEN SUBMITTED FOR PUBLICATION. Submit your classified advertisement via e-mail. Just visit www.perrysburg.com or www.rossford.com BUSINESS SERVICES PER RYSBU RG ELECTRIC SINCE 1987 MASTER ELECTRICIANS Lic. # 22360 RESIDENTIAL Ƈ COMMERCIAL Ƈ INDUSTRIAL SERVICE UPGRADES & REPAIRS NEW CONSTRUCTION SOLAR ELECTRIC SYSTEMS UNIFORMED ELECTRICIANS LICENSED Ƈ BONDED Ƈ INSURED 419-666-5211 Lake Erie SPORTFISHING CHARTERS Excursions for up to 10 persons (419) 666-5952 (Day) (419) 662-8347 (Night) www.lakeeriefishing.com Eckel Snowmobile & Small Engine Repair LAWNMOWERS, SNOWBLOWERS, SLEDS, ATVs, ETC. Repairs~Rebuilds~Service~Winterize~Summerize Authorized Equipment Dealer for POWER PRODUCtS 25 Years Experience Pickup & Delivery Available (419) 833-1670 www.eckelsmallengine.com Mackiewicz Siding, Windows and Roofing, LLC Since 1991 50% off our best Windows, 50% off our best Siding 50% off all Roofing labor 419-392-1335 Mop5126@embarqmail.com Stykemain Tree Service Tree Trimming & Removal Stump Removal Mulch & Firewood Crane Rental Snow Removal Fully Insured • Senior Discount 419-874-0484 419-874-8119 Small Jobs Are Our Specialty Patch Drywall and Plaster All Textures Perfectly Matched All Work Guaranteed www.yourdrywall.com APPLIANCE REPAIR. Fast professional service to Rossford, Perrysburg and Toledo vicinity. Call Dave Smith Appliance Repair at 419-385-4474 or go to DaveSmithAppliance.com to schedule service or order parts online. JACKS DRYWALL, we service NW Ohio. No job is to big or to small. 20 years experience, fully insured, free estimates. 419-360-3522. HURLEY’S INTERIOR/exterior painting. Reasonable prices. 20 years experience. Free estimates. Call 419-8826753. TGS PROPERTY Maintenance is now accepting new mowing and power wash customers. Call for estimates. 419-409-0020. EXPERIENCED CARPENTER specializing in finish work, custom furniture, quality woodworking, home repairs. Jeff Hoile, 419-265-2999 or 419-874-1819. MICHAEL’S EXCAVATING. Sand, stone, topsoil, excavating. Free estimates. Insured. 419-344-1872. SPRING CLEAN-UP, yard clean-up, flowerbeds cleaned out. Bushes and shrubs trimmed or removed. Brush and debris hauled away. Call Don. 419-708-3855. INTERIOR PAINTING, neat, experienced. References. Free estimates. Donna, 419-476-1173, 419-250-4504. HANDYMAN. EXPERIENCED, references, reasonable. No job too small. Dave 419-823-8033. LPN, 40 years experience, available for private care in your home. Lifelong Perrysburg resident with impeccable credentials. References available. 419-874-4540. HARDSCAPE w PAVERS w NATURAL STONE SCREENED TOPSOIL w COMPOST w MULCH TURF FERTILIZATION w RENOVATION w HYDROSEED PLANT HEALTH CARE w TREE & SHRUB PRUNING SCHALLER TRUCKING. Delivering stone, sand and topsoil for life’s little projects. 419-666-7642, 419-392-7642. Certified Arborists & Landscape Technicians MULCH DELIVERED and spread for a fair price. Customer chooses the type and color. Flower beds professionally edged. Kevin Rantanen at Perrysburg Lawn & Landscape LLC, 419-870-1771. 24112 Lime City Rd. w Perrysburg, OH www.envirocarelawn.com LAWN • LANDSCAPE • IRRIGATION • TREE REMOVAL • SNOW REMOVAL Mark A. Laing Plumbing & Heating Perrysburg • 419-872-2712 Installation • Sales • Service • Insured • Bonded D & P Painting Interior/Exterior Power Washing Insured • Free Estimates 419-825-1463 G&R Construction Bathrooms, Plumbing, Electrical, Tile and Painting, Siding, Windows & More! Insured METZGER PAINTING & Wallpapering •Powerwashing •Decks •Plaster/Drywall Repair 419-874-2251 Senior Discount 419-514-1640 RLFRAMPTON@YAHOO.COM Owner - Randy Frampton VACUUM MAINTENANCE. Get your vacuum ready for spring cleaning. Routine cleaning and maintenance done. Pick up and delivery. Call Mike 419-320-3719. BASEMENT WATERPROOFING, wall repair. Reasonable rates. 30 years experience. Many Perrysburg references. Licensed and insured. Call anytime, 419-874-2802. HAULING ANYTHING. Furniture, brush, leaves, top soil or stone. Perrysburg Lawn and Landscape LLC, Kevin Rantanen. 419-870-1771. BLIND CLEANING and repair. Mini blinds, wood blinds, fabric shades, vertical blinds. Pick up, deliver, take down, re-hang, next day turn around. Perrysburg Clean Blinds Plus. 419-874-9199. WINDOW CLEANING. Perrysburg Window and Gutter Cleaning, professional service for a fair price. Call Michael Rantanen, owner 419-874-2482. For this month’s coupon visit: www.pburgwindowclng.com PLACE YOUR classified ad in the American Legion Press. Reach veterans across the area each month for as low as $5.50. Call 419-874-4491 to place your ad. LIBERTY TAX Perrysburg is offering 50% off. Please call 419-873-1040. BDRY BASEMENT Waterproofing. Life of structure warranty. 419-891-0856. 419787-6020. ELECTRICIAN, 30 years experience. Residential and commercial. 419-704-7201. R&H PAINTING and Power Washing. Interior and exterior. Special: 10% off. 419-7264872. CONCRETE WORK. Driveways, patios, sidewalks. Cement mason since 1985. Call Paul 419-327-0883. SNOW REMOVAL. References, reasonable, estimates available. Call Justin, 419-872-5716. PAINTING AND Wallpapering. Professional, quality work. Removal, wall repair. Brian, 419-297-9686. DON’S DRYWALL and plaster repair. Resurfacing, texturing. Free estimates, seven days. 419-476-0145. STEVE’S DRYWALL, spray ceilings, texture walls, all patchwork. Call Steve, 419-873-8025. UPHOLSTERY, YOUR fabric or mine. Reasonable. 419-874-5747. FOR SALE DAKOTA ALERT wireless alarm with 2 transmitters, $35; 50,000 BTU kerosene Bullet Reddy heater, $50; 40 ft aluminum extension ladder, Werner, $150. 419-260-4989. FIREWOOD, FREE delivery, 4’ x 8’ row, $65. Seasoned hardwood. Alternative Tree Service, 419-475-3111. PIANO TUNING, repairs, sales. 419-754-7530, 419-3506281. www.beeleypiano.com. FIREWOOD, SEASONED, 4’ high x 8’ long stack, $80. 419-409-0252 or 419-409-0250. PRUNING OF trees and bushes. Professionally done. Perrysburg Lawn & Landscape LLC. Call Kevin Rantanen at 419-870-1771. GOLF CLUBS, Callaway Big Bertha, irons 3-SW, driver and 3 wood, nice set, $200 OBO. 419-704-8004. STUMP, BUSH or tree removal and hauling. Free estimates. Perrysburg Lawn & Landscape LLC, Kevin Rantanen, 419-870-1771. FREE PICK-UP for metal and appliances. Moving in/out, clean-up and hauling, houses, attics, basements, buildings, yards, garages, rental properties, etc. Special help for elderly, handicapped, vets. 419-215-4194. TODDLER SAFETY Bed rail, excellent condition. $10. 419-874-7763. MOVING/ESTATE ALL MOVING/ESTATE SALE ADVERTISING MUST BE PREPAID, BY CASH, CREDIT CARD OR CHECK, BY NOON ON MONDAY BEFORE PUBLICATION OR THE AD WILL NOT RUN. GARAGE SALES Market Research Interviewer - Perrysburg We are looking for good, reliable people from Perrysburg to clean offices in Perrysburg evenings. This position would consist of light duty office cleaning only. Call between 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. 419-335-3486. Please leave message. PART-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE. Power Equipment Mechanic The Andersons Mower Center is seeking talented individuals to serve our customers on a seasonal part-time basis. Level One Technician wages begin at $12.89 per hour. Level Two Technician wages begin at $15.20 per hour. Both Technician Positions offer incentive pay and merit pay increases also. Computer, communication and power equipment experience is preferred. We offer training, and flexible scheduling. Apply in person before March 16, 2013 to: Nick_Burnard@Andersonsinc.com The Andersons Mower Center 1220 Ford Street, Maumee, OH 43537 Phone 419-893-1199 Power Equipment Parts Associate The Andersons Mower Center is seeking sales driven individuals to serve our customers on a seasonal parttime basis. Parts Associate wages begin at $9.04 per hour. Computer, communication and power equipment experience is preferred. We offer training, and flexible scheduling. Apply in person before March 16, 2013 to: Steve_Petteys@Andersonsinc.com The Andersons Mower Center 1220 Ford Street, Maumee, OH 43537 Phone 419-893-1199 GENERAL OFFICE help. Full-time/part-time. Organized, computer literate, bookkeeping. 419-873-0454. jrayling2@aol.com. LPN’S/RN’S NEEDED for private duty nursing home care cases. Looking for 8 p.m.-8 a.m. in Perrysburg, Monday, Wednesday, Friday. 2-3 nights in Swanton, Ohio and part-time days in Portage, Ohio. Please contact Karen at 419-304-2392 or fax resume to 419-874-9888. PART-TIME DELI and Produce Associates. Do you love working with the public? Are you passionate about good food? Then you will want to join Walt Churchill’s Market. We have immediate openings for experienced Deli and Produce Associates at our Perrysburg Market. Must have excellent customer service skills and be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings and holidays. Send your resume to hrwcm @waltchurchillsmarket.com or apply in person at 26625 N. Dixie Hwy in Perrysburg. Applications are also located on our Web site at www.walt churchillsmarket.com. PERRYSBURG FAMILY with two sons, 14 and 9, needs responsible overnight child care when parents travel for business. $10.00 per hour, 3:30 p.m. to 8:45 a.m. days will vary. Apply at pinjobs@hotmail.com. PERRYSBURG BUSINESS looking for telemarketers. Leads will be provided. $10.00/hour plus bonus. Saturday 10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday, 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Apply at pinjobs@hotmail.com. EOE TRAINCO TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL Day • Eves • Weekend Class Job Placement Company Paid Training Call 419-837-5730 Train Locally-Save Hassle PERRYSBURG CAMPUS www.traincoinc.com SWIG RESTAURANT & Bar is looking for motivated individuals to fill summer help positions for both server and kitchen positions. Applicants should email resumes to swig perrysburg@gmail.com. No phone calls please. WAITRESSES / COOKS, PT / FT, have transportation. 419873-0454. jrayling2@aol.com. WANTED: ADMINISTRATIVE assistant/paralegal for Perrysburg law firm. Intellectual Property law experience required. Please contact Jeri at 419-874-1100. WE ARE a small property management company looking for a Leasing Agent. Monday-Friday, 12-6pm for our Rossford location. Strong organizational skills and good people skills a must. Excellent position for someone who is self-motivated, hardworking and eager to keep busy. Leasing/rental experience preferred but willing to train the right individual. Must have good references. Drug testing and background checks required if hired. Hourly pay starting at $10.00. Send resume to: CamelotEastJobs@gmail.com. USE THE CLASSIFIEDS 419-874-4491 PETS BLACK MALE lab puppies, 2 AKC, hunting dogs. 12 weeks old. 419-277-5886 FREE 4 year old georgeous calico cat. Perfect manners, 4 paws declawed. Must place due to move. 419-873-5366. Humane Ohio Pet Food Bank welcomes pet food donations to help meet the demand. Dry and wet dog and cat food can be dropped off at Humane Ohio (3131Tremainsville) from 7:30 am - 5 pm Monday through Friday. We are a non-profit organization. tXXXIVNBOFPIJPPSH XXXGBDFCPPLDPNIVNBOFPIJP !" #$$ %%&% ' Wood County Park District Green Garage Sale Friday, March 8, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, March 9, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. W.W. Knight Nature Preserve 29530 White Road, Perrysburg Donations accepted Thursday, March 7, 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Please NO TVs/computers/large furniture. 641 MARILYN Drive, Rossford. Friday-Saturday, March 8-9, 9-5. Moving sale. Antique bed with matching marble top mirror dresser, old school desks, Mahogany secretary, old power tools, Wheelchair with anti-roll-back safety device, more. ALL GARAGE SALE ADVERTISING MUST BE PREPAID, BY CASH, CHECK OR CREDIT CARD BY MONDAY NOON ON WEEK OF PUBLICATION OR THE AD WILL NOT RUN. CALL 419-874-4491 TO PLACE YOUR AD AND PAY VIA CREDIT CARD. ROSSFORD UNITED Methodist Church Rummage sale. 270 Dixie Highway, March 7, 10-7, March 8, 9-2, March 9, 9-12, $3.00 bag day. USED CARS 2010 SILVER Prius, 35K miles, excellent condition, original owner. Call 419708-0942. LOOKING FOR cars/trucks. Call before selling or trading. 419-297-9709. 2009 MERCEDES ML350. 3.5L, V-6 engine. Automatic transmission, AWD, heated seats and navigation. Clean and nice condition. $24,995. Financing available. Honda East, Jeff, 419-891-1230 x22. MOBILE HOMES NEWLY REFURBISHED 2 bedroom, 2 bath with office/hobby room, large deck and shed. $13,500. Village Green financing available with 20% down. 419-248-2372. CLASSES OFFERED ART CLASSES - Group & Private. Drawing, painting & figure study. Beginning through advanced. EDGERTON ART Studio & School, Perrysburg. Current schedule and registration forms available online at www. EdgertonArt.com; Call: 419290-OILS [6457], Email: Edgerton.ART@att.net. WANTED TO BUY BUYING MOST items from garages. Vehicles, motorcycles, tools, mowers, etc. 419-870-0163. WANTED GUNS, any age, any condition. Also WWII and earlier military items. Indian artifacts. Rob, 419-340-5808, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. WE ARE always looking for great things to buy or consign. Collections or estates. Jones & Jones LTD Antiques and Fine Art. 114 W. Indiana. 419-874-2867. ROLEX WRISTWATCHES wanted by Perrysburg collector. Call Tom, 419-360-8920. A MECHANIC buys vehicles; looks, pays accordingly, anything with wheels. 419-870-0163. $300 and Up for All Junk and Repairable Cars/trucks. Guaranteed. Lowest Prices on Auto Parts Free Towing • 7 Days a Week 4848 N. Detroit Avenue Homer’s Auto Parts near Laskey 419-478-5052 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. Call the Fair Housing Center, 243-6163, before you run your advertisement. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800669-9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. FOR RENT Abundant Life of Perrysburg is a subsidized independent housing facility for those 62 or older. We are located in a beautiful, quiet residential setting in Perrysburg. Abundant Life offers one bedroom garden apartments with private patios, indoor mailboxes, reserved parking and busing to local grocery stores. Applications are now being accepted. Call 419-874-4371. 1 & 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT HOMES Available starting at $585 includes free gas heat, central air and water. Close to schools, downtown and grocery shopping. Visit us online at www.investekmanagement.com then call 419-666-1186 for a personal tour AVAILABLE NOW! WAREHOUSE SPACE 1,200 To 2,400 SQ. FT. WITH OFFICES RESTROOM OVERHEAD DOOR 13 FT. CEILINGS VERY CLEAN MODERN, SECURE 26963 ECKEL ROAD PERRYSBURG CALL 419.874.5307 FREE CABLE Cordoba Apartments Perrysburg Township. Close to Owens & Crossroads. Rent starting at $410 419-381-0600 Perry’s Landing Space for Rent HEAT PAID •Commercial/Office Space, 500 sq. ft.-1800 square feet available. •1 bedroom apt. available, $525 plus utilities. 2 beds, garage, no pets. $625. Owner/Broker. 419-874-1112 419-874-1188 2 Bed Mobile Home 1 BEDROOM apartment, duplex at 215 W. 6th. Ground level, new carpet, paint and flooring. Appliances, washer/dryer hook up, great location. $595/month plus gas and electric. 419-346-6703. 1 BEDROOM Downtown Perrysburg. Quiet. No pets, non-smoking. All utilities included with rent. $525/month. 419-874-4920. 1 BEDROOM updated apartment available in Historic Downtown Perrysburg. Located on the third floor above popular eatery “Swig”. Lots of charm with fireplace and small deck. Within walking distance to shops, restaurants, grocery, laundry facilities, Maumee River and Way Public Library. $550/month, heat and hot water included. Non-smoking, no pets. 773-320-1949. 2 BEDROOM villa. C/A, gas heat, attached garage, washer/dryer hook-ups, $680/month. 419-874-0889. 2 BEDROOMS, 807 Three Meadows Drive, upper level, 850 sq. ft., appliances, AC, laundry area. Near park and pond. $550/month. 419-3466703. 27015 HEATHERFORD, 2 bedroom apartment, 700 SF, washer/dryer in apartment. $625/month. Available immediately. 419-290-3614. CARRIAGE HOUSE on secluded lot. Lawn, owner maintained. 1 bedroom plus office. 2-1/2 car heated garage, C/A, non-smoking, no pets, $700/month plus utilities. 569 East Indiana. 419-874-6712, 419-205-1297. PERRYSBURG TWINPLEX, $675/month. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, C/A, washer/dryer hook-up, garage. Non-smoking. No pets. 419-872-2131. 419-352-0717 All appliances including washer/dryer and dishwasher. Vaulted ceilings. Nice. $449/month. 419-215-8378 OFFICE SPACE, Perrysburg Township. Great location. Upper level available. 1,200 to 1,800 square feet. Ample parking, regional market exposure. $900$1,200/month. All inclusive. 419-874-8144. POINT PLACE, 102nd Street, 2 bedroom, $725/month plus utilities. 419-466-1359. ROSSFORD 2 bedroom starting at $450. Quiet community. 1110 Lewis. By appointment, 419-385-0704. ROSSFORD, 1 bedroom house, newly remodeled, all new appliances. $600/month, no pets, 419-509-3286. ROSSFORD, OFFICE / BUSINESS space. Off street parking within eye shot of casino. $495/month includes electric and water. 419-9731012. SOUTH TOLEDO. 1,2 and 3 bedroom spacious apartment homes with washer/dryer. Across from the Stranahan Theater starting at $599. Call for our specials, 419-3890555. STONY RIDGE, Hickory Court, 2 bedroom in 3 family building. $675/month, utilities paid by renter, garbage paid by landlord. Off street parking, assigned. Washer/dryer and lockable storage in basement. Nice yard, quiet street. Eastwood Excellent with Distinction schools. No large dogs, pet deposit all pets. Call for appointment to see 419-266-5863. THREE MEADOWS, Simmons Road, apartment. 2 bed, 1 bath, no dogs, first floor. $525 per month plus deposit. Call 419-843-2065. PERRYSBURG MESSENGER JOURNAL — March 6, 2013 — Page 13 Attractive New Listing! REAL ESTATE LAND FOR SALE Ridgewood Crossing Subdivision Home for Sale by Owner 1655 Ridge Cross Rd. READY TO BUILD NOW COUNTRY CONVENIENCE. 3 bed, 2 bath brick ranch in rural Lake Township. $124,900. Minutes from major highways and Crossroads Shopping Center. Call 419-972-4252 for an appointment. 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, finished lower level, great backyard for entertaining. Asking $237,000. 419-874-1073 One acre lot of land located in Tontogany, OH inside a semi-private cul-de-sac in Harley Woods off of Tontogany Road. This lot is ready to build now and has electric, city water, natural gas and storm sewers complete with taps. Asking price is $55,000. Call Chet Welch for more details at 419-215-4482. 19423 Otsego Pike, $189,900 LAND FOR sale, 1.85 acres, Perrysburg Township, Perrysburg Schools. Parcel P60400-210000065002, $42,000. Call 419-690-2183. Bruce Lively Mortgage Lender 419-898-8352 3 beds, 2 baths, 2,100 sq. ft. 1.5 acres Pottery Barn style décor for today’s buyer! Kam Warner, Welles Bowen Realtor FIRST OPEN Sunday, March 10 1:30 - 3:30 NEW PRICE - $154,900 W! WO 9854 Connor Lake Circle Perrysburg 3 bed, 2.5 bath, 2 story condo. Stunning interior with upgraded kitchen and fixtures. Available now, move-in ready! at www.PerrysburgBlog.com Info + Photos on all MLS properties go to www.danberry.com Open Sunday 2-4 – 716 River Glen, Maumee – $214,900 – Beautiful 4 bed, 2.5 bath home on quiet street, hardwood floors throughout, large 3 season porch, master bath, partially finished basement, beautiful gardens. 3078 Escott, South Toledo – $99,900 – 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath brick basement ranch in the Beverly Elementary area, 2 car attached garage, new windows, backs up to Copland Park. 637 Bruns, Rossford – $124,900 – Cute 3 bedroom home with finished basement, granite kitchen, nice deck and pool, home warranty included. 5101 Lose Rd., Monclova – $249,900 – Anthony Wayne schools, European contemporary design on 7+ acres, 2 story great room with wood stove, Every room has doors that open to deck. 231 W. Broadway, Maumee – SOLD Barb Stout, ABR, e-Pro 419-346-7510 www.barbstout.com NEW LISTING – 7748 Sioux Ridge – 4 BR, 2.5 BA home in The Quarry, updated kitchen w/ granite and stainless steel appliances, 3 car tandem garage. $269,900. 557 E. Indiana – 4 BR, 2 BA home, hardwood floors, family room, porch, on .6 acre. $137,000. 502 E. Seventh St. – 3 BR, 2 BA brick ranch, great in-town location. $145,000. 30033 Saint Andrews – Beautiful home situated on Belmont’s 9th tee, 4 BR, 2.5 BA, located in township so no city taxes. $227,500. New Price – 6499 Garden Rd. – Totally updated 2 BR, 1.5 BA condo, finished basement. $69,500. 590 Candyce – SOLD 2709 Derby – SOLD Cecilia Richardson, ABR 419-356-2000 www.ceciliarichardson.danberry.com CLEANING DONE at reasonable rates. 25 years experience. 419-666-7435. getmovingwithkam.com • Cell 419-345-5170 Perrysburg Real Estate News and Stats PERRYSBURG 419-872-2410 SITUATIONS WANTED NEW PERRYSBURG LOCATION! 124 Louisiana Ave. AUCTION FARMLAND Real Estate Auction 28.6 ± ACRES Lake Twp., Wood County, Ohio Wed. March 27, 2013 - 4:37 pm PROPERTY LOCATIONS: Take US RT 20 north west of Stony Ridge OH approx... 1.3 of a mile to Tracy Rd., then north (right) 2.2 miles to the property with frontage on the east side of Tracy Rd & around the corner on the south side of Keller Rd. Watch for signs! AUCTION LOCATION: Glass City Boardwalk Banquet & Catering Hall, 27820 E. Broadway, Moline, Ohio OPEN VIEWING: Weds., March 6 from 4-5 pm @ the property. TRACT: 28.6 +/- acres of land with approx. over 375’+/- frontage on Tracy Rd. & 1750’+/- on Keller Rd. There is ditch running though the property dividing it into 2 fields. 24.7 FSA acres of cropland. The soils in this parcel are NpA Nappanee silty clay loam, HcA Hoytville silty clay loam, NnA Nappanee loam & SpA Sloan silty clay loam; Lake School Dist. Taxes are $611.24 annual. Wood County parcel #H28-712190000025000. A non-refundable down payment of $10,000 is required at the close of auction. Owner: D H Moser Farms Family LLC For Terms & Conditions check the web site or call the office - 419-547-7777. www.bakerbonnigson.com Infoline # 419-539-1020 WM BAKER & KEN BONNIGSON, CAI Asst. Auctioneers: Dean A. Smith, Andy Kluding, Todd Schling EXPERIENCED SEAMSTRESS. Over 30 years experience. Dressmaking, wedding gowns, bridesmaids, alterations and veil design. 419-874-5390. Jim Simons 419.344.9702 New! 1020 Louisiana. This great home features an attached apartment for extra living quarters, complete with extra kitchen, bath, bed and living rooms. All on a great intown lot. $176,000. Other Great Homes for Sale NEW! 26484 Carrington Blvd., beautiful Carrington Woods! $335,000 9604 Ford Road, 2 acre golf course lot . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$250,000 27262 Fort Meigs, excellent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$234,000 NEW! 834 Maple St., Perrysburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$144,500 525 Bennington, Maumee beauty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$139,900 NEW! 5755 Taylor, Walbridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$134,900 PENDING! 15 Kingsview, great condo . . . . . . . . . . . . .$129,900 1801 Wildwood, wooded retreat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$124,900 NEW! 3806 Glendale. Great Toledo ranch home . . . . . .$116,900 Dowling Road, Lots of Lots 5+ acres each . . . . . . . . . . . .$65,000 Check out these homes at www.jimsimonshomes.com Office: 419.874.8311 Home: 419.666.8423 Fax: 419.874.9536 Cell: 419.266.2588 GRI PAM ’ S P ICKS 29900 St. Andrews . . . . . . . . SOLD . . . . . . . . $279,900 6227 Wexford Ct. . . . . . . Cul-de-sac Lot . . . . $199,500 1330 Running Brook . . . . PENDING . . . . . . $179,900 3 New England Lane . . . . PENDING . . . . . . $109,900 5 New England Lane . . . . . SOLD . . . . . . . $104,900 E-mail: ppilz@buckeye-express.com rEALTY “Disco ver the Best!” Betty J. Lazzaro, CRS & ABR TBR Million Dollar Club Life Member Congratulations 2012 Company Sales Leader! Featured Listing! rEALTY --\ ~Hamlet Villa~ 29592 DURHAM DRIVE - New On Market Stylish 3 bed villa on private, well-landscaped lot, with lots of green space. 2 story foyer, gallery and living room. 9’ ceilings throughout, with lots of light. Spacious 1st floor master. $419,000. Call for private showing. --\ ~Village~ 3 MAPLE - Perrysburg Great Site! Set on 4 acre bluff overlooking the river, walking distance to village. A special setting and special home! New price, $1,650,000. ~Belmont Beauty~ SHEFFIELD LOT - Golf Course Setting! Last remaining building site at Belmont, overlooking 15th fairway. Priced to sell, $59,000. ~Perrysburg “Estate”~ 26321 HULL PRAIRIE - Country NEW PRICE! OPEN TO OFFER! Stately English Tudor in Perrysburg horse country – 20 acres, mature trees, pond, barn, outbuildings and more. ~On The River~ 540 RIVERSIDE DRIVE - Eagle Point Great family home, 2 acres w/ deep water dockage. 7 bed, 5.1 baths. Has everything! Quiet cul-de-sac setting in Eagle Point. Priced to sell at $849,000. For more details or to schedule a showing Contact: Michael G. Miller - 419.262.8311 mmiller@sulphurspringsrealty.com 14645 Deerwood Court ~ $649,900 Spectacular Colonial situated on one of the most desirable Sanctuary private cul-de-sac wooded ravine lots. First floor master suite, all bedrooms are ensuite! High tech security. Gorgeous veranda! Single Family Homes 700 Highland Rossford $124,900 14645 Deerwood Court Ravine Lot, The Sanctuary $649,900 6738 Gaines Mill PENDING Building Lots River Ridge Subdivision Lots-Perrysburg*Call for details Perrysburg *Call for details Sanctuary Plat III Perrysburg *Call for details Sanctuary Plat VII Perrysburg *Call for details Sanctuary on the River Perrysburg $79,900 27575 West River Perrysburg $160,000 27547 West River View Current Listings @ www.ListedByBetty.com Home: 419.666.8606 or Office 419.479.2227 x235 Billie S. Bodnar “BECAUSE THE PEOPLE MUST KNOW” SUMMER CHILD care in Perrysburg. $30/day. 419-2661752. LEGAL NOTICE The annual meeting of the Three Meadows Association will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2013, at 7:00 p.m., at Abundant Life II, 200 Zoar Drive. (Please park in the visitor’s area). Items on the agenda include: Judy Hagen, program coordinator for the new City Refuse & Recycling program (which starts April 22), will present all the details, the 2012 financial information, the 2013 budget, regulation update, creek clean up, garage sale, and annual dues amount set. VACATION RENTALS Published in the Perrysburg Messenger Journal, issues of February 27, March 6, 13 and 20, 2013. HOUSEKEEPING AVAILABLE. Perrysburg only. Long time Perrysburg resident. References available. 419-8745571. SENIOR HOME care. Meals, shopping, errands, hygiene assistance. 20 years experience. 419-340-0726. HILTON HEAD, Spring Break, March 31-April 7. Marriotts Barony Beach Club villa. Sleeps 8. Great deal. Call ASAP to book. 419-872-2983. IMAGINE YOURSELF on a sandy beach overlooking Little Traverse Bay, between Harbor Springs and Petoskey, Michigan. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, Wi-Fi, cable and a spectacular view. $1,800/week. Call 419-8746010 or 419-874-4627. * * * NOTICE * * * Investigate before you invest. Call the Ohio Division of Securities BEFORE purchasing an investment. Call the Division’s Investor Protection Hotline at 800-7881194 to learn if the investment is properly registered and if the seller is properly licensed. Please be advised that many work at home advertisements do not yield what is promised. It is best to investigate the company before applying for any work at home position. (This notice is a public service of the Welch Publishing Co.) SulphurSpringsRealty.com rEALTY, inC. PUBLIC NOTICES Christine B. Rettig ABR, CRS, e-PRO, GRI e-PRO 419.874.3230 Billie@BillieBodnar.com Company Sales Leader 2011 419.874.5582 crettig@bex.net OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 PM OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 PM PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING/ MEETING City of Perrysburg Board of Zoning Appeals March 11, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. The meeting is scheduled to take place in the Municipal Building, 201 W. Indiana Avenue, Perrysburg, Ohio. AGENDA ITEMS: ZONING VARIANCE NO. 5-13 – The applicant is requesting a zoning exception to the required side yard setback to permit the construction of an addition to a single family residence. The subject property is located at 28082 White Road. The public is welcome to attend, review plans and/or provide comment. Additional public comments will be received by the Planning and Zoning Office at 201 W. Indiana Avenue, Perrysburg; 419-872-8060; FAX 419872-8019; and/or www.ci.perrysburg.oh.us. Brodin L. Walters Deputy Administrator Planning and Zoning Published in the Perrysburg Messenger Journal, issue of March 6, 2013. NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed proposals will be received for the Toth Elementary School HVAC Project Phase II at Perrysburg Board of Education, no later than 1:00 pm, EST on March 15, 2013, at which time the proposals shall be read publicly. Proposals must be delivered to the Office of Aura Norris, Executive Director at the Perrysburg Board of Education, 140 East Indiana Avenue, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551. Proposals received after the date and time shall be considered late and will be returned to the submitting party unopened. The Project Estimates is: $360,500.00 Project scope of work includes but is not limited to the partial replacement of HVAC system as indicated in the drawings and specifications. A single contract will be issued for all work, per school. In accordance with the Plans and Specifications Prepared by: Thomas Porter Architects/ MDA Engineering 8 North St. Clair Toledo, Ohio 43604-1028 Phone: (419) 243-2400 Fax: (419) 243-2405 Email: fritz.roberson@ porterarch.com Contact: William F. Roberson 892 Oak Knoll Drive $219,000 New Listing! Private Setting! NEW LISTING! NEW LISTING! 108 West Harrison Street $339,000 Beautiful Lot Overlooks Park, River View 3829 County Road 424 $199,900 On River, One Bedroom + Loft NEW LISTINGS! 3829 County Road 424 $199,900 4+ Acres on the River 892 Oak Knoll Drive $219,000 OPEN SUN 2-4 PM 108 West Harrison Street $339,000 Historic, Updated CONDO 29605 Gleneagles Road $244,000 OPEN SUN 2-4 PM SINGLE FAMILY HOMES 205 Hoffman $134,900 Double Corner Lot 3500 Stillwater Blvd. $429,000 New Price! BUILDING LOTS Duplex Style Condo $24,000 5 Lots, Indian Creek Meadows of Millbury $33-$34,000 3 Single Family 5041 Chardonnay Lane $36,900 The Vineyard in Oregon 4 Eagle Ridge $49,900 Best Buy, Ravine View 104 Sugar Creek Road $49,900 Williamsburg on the River 105 Riverwood Ct. $79,900 Building Plans Available Visit www.BillieBodnar.com to see more! Mindy McGrail Cell 419.304.3339 mindymcgrail@bex.net 127 W. Second . . . . . . .Historic District, 4 bed . . . . .$219,000 25273 Thompson .NEW LISTING, 4 bed, .78 acres .$197,500 23993 Stony Ridge . .PENDING…Sold in 2 days . . .$157,500 442 E. Seventh . . . . . . . . . . . .PENDING . . . . . . . . . .$149,900 214 S. Grove . . . . . . .2 sty, 3 bed, downtown BG . . . .$84,900 2739 Sweetbriar . . . . . . .2 story 3 bed condo . . . . . . .$79,900 1341 Stanwix . . .3 bedroom ranch OPEN SUN 12-2 .$69,900 3030 Medford . .Charming 3 bed 1 1/2 sty hdwd flrs. $69,900 Inlot 22 Belmont Farms . . . .PENDING . . . . . . . . . . .$60,000 Published in the Perrysburg Messenger Journal, issue of March 6, 2013. St. Luke’s Auxiliary to meet March 25 Beth Hickok, director of Grace’s Place Free Store, and ProMedica St. Luke’s Hospital Auxiliary member, was the speaker at the February auxiliary meeting. Ms. Hickok shared the story of Grace’s Place, which is an outreach ministry of Salem Grace United Lutheran Church located in Luckey, Ohio. The organization has been serving the area since 2010 by providing clothing, household items and furniture to those in need. In September, a fire destroyed 90 percent of their inventory and caused major damage to the building. Grace’s Place, which operates strictly by donations and with volunteers, is in the process of reorganizing and rebuilding. The next meeting of the Auxiliary is scheduled for Monday, March 25, at 9:30 a.m., in the hospital auditorium. Fellowship starts at 9:30 a.m. with a business ProMedica St. Luke’s Hospital Auxiliary President Barbara Dennis and Beth Hickok, Auxiliary board member and director of Grace’s Place Free Store. meeting beginning at 10 a.m. followed by an educational program and lunch. Guests are welcome. The cost of lunch is $6. The Auxiliary’s membership is very active and hosts several fund-raising events ‘Moonlight and Roses’ fundraiser to benefit St. Rose Parish April 13 29605 Gleneagles Road $244,000 Move-In Condition, Open Floor Plan! Bidding documents may be obtained from Thomas Porter Architects, 8 North St. Clair, Toledo, Ohio 43604 (419-243-2400). CONTRACTORS may obtain a maximum of two (2) sets for a deposit of $50.00 each (payable to Perrysburg Schools), shipping charges collect. Deposit will be refunded upon return of the documents in good condition within ten (10) days of bid opening. A pre-bid meeting will be held on Friday, March 8, 2013 at 8:00 am, at the site, Toth Elementary School, 200 East Seventh Street, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551. Attendance is not a prerequisite to subsequent award of the contract; however, attendance is strongly suggested. The general scope of work will be discussed and contractor’s questions will be addressed. The pre-bid conference will not become part of the contract. Bids shall be received on the Form of Bid Proposal furnished. No other form will be accepted. Perrysburg Schools reserves the right to waive irregularities in the bids and to reject any or all proposals or parts of any or all proposals. No bidder may withdraw his bid within sixty (60) days after bid opening. Perrysburg Board of Education Aura Norris Human Resources Executive Director “Moonlight and Roses” is the theme of Saint Rose Parish’s dinner, auction and reverse raffle fund-raiser planned for Saturday, April 13. The event will be held from 6 to 10:30 p.m. at The Pinnacle in Maumee. The cost of the evening is $150 per couple, which includes two dinner tickets and one raffle ticket or $112 per person, which includes one dinner ticket and one raffle ticket. Single raffle tickets are available for $75 each. A maximum of 300 reverse raffle tickets will be sold. First prize in the reverse raffle is $7,500. There will be 21 additional cash prizes as part of the raffle. The evening will consist of gourmet grazing, music, and silent and live auctions. The auction committee is currently looking for sponsors for the evening as well as auction items. To make a donation, call Saint Rose Parish at 419-874-4559. The event will benefit both Saint Rose Parish and Saint Rose School. To make a reservation or purchase a raffle ticket, call Saint Rose at 419-874-4559 or send an email to www.saintrose online.org. Those who purchase a raffle ticket by March 1 will be entered into an early-bird drawing for either $75 cash or a free raffle ticket. Co-chairing “Moonlight and Roses” are Bob and Pat Bidwell and Matt and Patricia Gaffney. throughout the year. The group also is instrumental in the daily operation of the hospital’s gift shop. New members are always welcome. For more information, call Betsy Maps, volunteer and community resources director, at 419-893-5919. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. Call the Fair Housing Center, 243-6163, before you run your advertisement. To complain of discrimination call HUD tollfree at 1-800-669-9777. The tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1800-927-9275. COLOR PRINTING/COPYING is now available at Welch Publishing’s Perrysburg location! • Flyers • Posters • Postcards (up to 12”x18”) • Business Cards • Competitive Pricing • Brochures • QuiCk Turn-A-rounD 4 COLOR Call us today for a quote on 4 color printing! 419-874-2528 117 E. Second St. • Perrysburg Perrysburg Junior High School second quarter honor roll Page 14 — March 6, 2013 — PERRYSBURG MESSENGER JOURNAL Julia Romanowski, Natalie Ryder. Elliott Schmittenberg, Nathan Skrzyniecki, Savannah Stein, Katherine Swartzbeck. Leah Tilton, Priyanka Vemuru, Blake Whitman, Amber Wilkin, Abigail Williams, William Xi, Julia Xiong, Evan Yang, Kevin Yin. Honor Roll 3.999 to 3.5 GPA Jessica Abney, Areeb Ahmed, Eishat Ahmed, Krista Alcock, Olivia Allgier, Sydney Aman, Esteban Angel, Kaitlyn Artz, Jadd Awad, Majd Awad. Leo Baca, Spencer Backus, Belen Balibrea, Nathan Ball, Clara Barned, Kelsey Barshel, Kelsey Bartalsky, Nicholas Beard, Kathleen Beer, Brooke Beery, Grace Benecke, Alyssa Bengela, Kyle Bengela, Alexander Bentley, Austin Berkebile, Ethan Best, Aastha Bhavsar, Taylor Bielefeld, Megan Bienemann, Adam Billmaier, Lance Bockbrader, Jordyn Bogdanski, Avery Bohman, Jared Bossa, Katie Bossa, Nathan Bourgeois, Hannah Bowman, Benjamin Brady, Jacob Brady, Jessica Bragg, Sharvari Brahme, Madison Brickner, Lindsay Brooks, Ruth Brouwer, Ashlynn Brown, Emma Brown, Henry Brown, Kaylee Brown, Bradley Browning, Morgan Bunde, Emily Burns, Gwyneth Burns. Emily Carns, Chloe Carter, Emma Carter, Samuel Case, Thomas Cassity, Claire Chapman, Eric Cheng, Constance Christiansen, Anastasia Cipowski-Smith, Cameron Clark, Ocean Clute, Nicole Cogan, Nicholas Coleman, Carl Conley, Daniel Connell, Tara Connelly, Abbey Cook, Logan Cook, Joshua Cooper, Mariah Copeland, Jillian Craig, Taylor Craig, Emma Crisenbery, Maximilian Cunnings, Miranda Curnutte, Kayla Curson, Makenna Curson. PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, Multiple myeloma (or myeloma), the second most common blood cancer worldwide, is a cancer of plasma cells in the bone marrow. It is called “multiple” because the cancer can occur at multiple sites; and WHEREAS, Multiple myeloma currently affects more than 100,000 people in the United States, with an estimated 20,000 new cases diagnosed each year and 10,000 losing their battle each year; and WHEREAS, Once a disease of the elderly, it is now being found in increasing numbers in people under 65; and WHEREAS, because myeloma is a rare disease there can be a delayed diagnosis, leading to delayed treatment. For this reason an increased awareness of myeloma for clinicians and the general public will lead to earlier diagnosis allowing people to live longer; and WHEREAS, continued investment and innovation is critical to achieve early diagnosis and implement the most effective and safest treatments for myeloma patients; and WHEREAS, Although we have seen important advances in the last decade, there is still no cure for myeloma; and THUS, the City of Perrysburg is committed to increasing awareness of myeloma and encouraging private efforts to enhance research funding and education programs; and NOW, THEREFORE, I, Nelson D. Evans, Mayor of the City of Perrysburg, Ohio, do hereby proclaim the month of March as Jessica Daly, Elion Damsi, Katherine Davis, Maggie Davis, John DeCessna, Esperanza DeLao, Nicholas DeMarco, Hanna Dettinger, Ashley Dibling, Elson Dolliver, Nathan Draper, Abigail Duhaime, Glorietta Dumke, Camille Dunckel, Oliver Durham. Joshua Eckel, Joshua Emmert, Nathan Englehart, Alexander Fedak-Lengel, Daniella Fedak-Lengel, Darby Fischer, Chelsea Fisher, Chloe Flores, Cameron Floriana, Cameron Flynn, Carson Flynn, Emma Francis, Caitlyn Fritz, Christopher Fruland, Brock Frydenlund, Erin Furlong. Payton Gagich, Catherine Gagle, Ryan Galle, Erin Gardiner, Ethan Garee, Samantha Garvin, Michael Georgeson, Katherine Gerber, Lauren Gibbons, Chad Gilligan, Brian Glasser, Carolyn Glasser, Julia Gonzales, Jalisia Goodman, Harrison Graber, Megan Graham, Megan Gribble, Anthony Grigsby, Connor Gryczewski, Ryan Guilford, Carson Gulgin, Ashley Gundrum. Emily Haar, Luke Halasy, Claire Hanley, Margaret Hannah, Andrew Hansen, Kaylee Harrah, Ilse Harrington, Madeline Haschak, William Hayward, Claire Hefner, Kaitlyn Helkey, Amanda Hersch, Jessica Hertzfeld, Rachel Hertzfeld, Helena Hickman, Emily Hilbert, Kyle Hilbert, Tyler Hineline, Ashley Hoffman, Cole Hoffmann, Andrew Hogle, Ethan Hohman, Samantha Hood, Catherine Hooper, Sarah Hooper, Shelby House, Colton Hudson, Elizabeth Huff, Rachel Huffman, Justin Hui, Noah Hunter, Brandon Hutchins, Isabella Hyndman. Julia Irwin, William Irwin, Matthew Isley, Nicole Jackson, Grace Jenkins, Katherine Johnson, Emily Jordan, Mary Kate Judy. Maya Keeton, Sawyer Keith, Julia Kelly, Emilee Kerr, Ryan Kerr, Abdurehman Khan, Catherine King, Makenna Kinnee, Anna Kirby, Madelene Kish, Matthew Kleiber, Alexander Klosterman, Emma Klostermeyer, Boone Klusmeyer, Alyssa Knappins, Abigail Knopps, Garrett Knowlton, Anna Koeppl, Daniel Kosmyna, Andrew Kozak, Emily Kozak, Brooke Kramer, Cory Kramer, Benjamin Krautheim, Erin Kulmatycki, Anthony Kyle. Ethan Laib, Katherine Lake, Jordan Lambdin, Nicole Langenderfer, Brock Laurer, Emma Lazor, Julia Lee, Alisa Leong, Bailey Lewicz, Lang Liang, Haley Lindow, Hunter Logan, Natalie Long, Alyssa Lovett, Nathan Low, RaQuan Lowery. James Magoun, Christin Malear, Gabriella Mancini, Daniel Martin, Josefina Martinez, Sydnie Marzullo, Katie Masell, Stiina Mason, Jacob Mati, Leah Mattas, Jacob Matthews, Nolan Matus, Connor McCullough, Katelyn McCullough, Peter McIntyre, Courtney McCorkle, Bethany McCormick, Olivia McCullough, Logan McGuire, Allison McNerney, Allison McNulty, Jessica Menke, Aidan Merrick, Joel Meyers, Sarah Mgebroff, Grace Michalski, Alexandra Michel, McKenzie Michel, Brooke Miller, John Miller, Olivia Miller, Samuel Miller, Madison Mitchell, Ayliana Moehling, Hailey Moeller, Jordan Mohler, Andrew Monheim, Sharen Moniqca, Weiland Moore, Kaitlyn Morelli, Seth Morgan, Hannah Morris, Lucas Mosley, Sarah Murdock, Matthew Murphy, Michael Murphy, Spencer Murray, Zachary Myers. Ethan Nagy, Michael Nahhas, Claire Newberg, Chase Newton, Grace Nofziger, Rose Nygard. Timothy Obaob, Abigail O’Connell, Adam Ohls, Natalie Ondrus, Lindsay Onest, Jacob O’Rourke, Amanda Overy, Austin Overy. Tessa Palmer, Dakari Parish-Baker, Elaine Park, Hannah Parks, Griffin Parrill, Kassandra Parritt, Dipen Patel, Sahil Patel, Chloe Patterson, Lauren Patterson, Michael Pavelko, Hannah Pawlicki, Ethan Pendry, Griffin Pendry, Grace Petrie, Connor Phlegar, Cruce Plontz, Breanna Plummer, Zachary Pohlman, Brooklyn Pollock, Emily Potridge, Jacob Prokup, Nicholas Provenza, Morgan Pruss, Melena Purvis, Noah Pyle. Grant Raber, Nicholas Razzoog, Luke Reamsnyder, Ethan Recker, Connor Redwine, Ryan Reffert, Paige Rehard, Alaina Reimer, Alexa Restivo, Victor Reveron, Morgan Rich, Ian Riddle, Jonathon Rigsby, Abdallah Ri- MYELOMA AWARENESS MONTH USDA CHOICE In Perrysburg, Ohio, encourage all residents to join me in participating in voluntary activities to support myeloma education and the funding of research programs to find a cure. 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