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Board gets high marks By MEREDITH ENKOFF STAFF WRITER NEW BREMEN — The Auglaize County Board of Developmental Disabilities recently received a five-year accreditation from the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities, the highest accreditation such a program can receive. “That’s a reflection on the entire staff, from the custodians and the bus WAPAKONETA — A Michigan man is in custody after he allegedly robbed a Wapakoneta Subway restaurant Monday night. At approximately 5:07 p.m. Monday, the Wapakoneta Police Department received a phone call from employees at the Subway at 1401 Bellefontaine St., regarding a robbery. A male subject reportedly entered the store, produced a weapon and demanded money. The suspect fled the scene heading east on Bellefontaine Street in a mini-van with Michigan license plates. An undisclosed amount of cash was taken from the store. Officers gave a description of the vehicle to regional law enforcement agencies and at 5:39 p.m., a vehicle matching the description was stopped on southbound Interstate 75, near mile post 90, by troopers from the W-G board approves contracts By JOHN BUSH STAFF WRITER WAYNESFIELD — The supplemental contracts for three coaches and one music director were approved during a regular meeting of the Waynesfield-Goshen Board of Education on Monday evening. Head boys track and field coach Jim Epperly, volunteer assistant girls basketball coach Janet Patton, pit orchestra director Klayton Hilleary and assistant track coach Brian Shaw were all approved by the board based on the adopted supplemental salary schedule for the 2013-14 school year. The board also ap- proved nine teachers to serve as tutors for the Reading Club and the Ohio Achievement Assessment exam at the elementary school level. These are part-time positions and wages are not to exceed 16 hours. During executive session, board members spoke about additional personnel decisions that will be discussed at the next board meeting on March 10. “We wanted to get a feel about some of the things we’re going to present at the next meeting,” WaynesfieldGoshen Superintendent Chris Pfister said. “That way, it’ll all be out in the open and laid out as far as what we’re doing and who we’re recommending to do what.” W-G Elementary School Principal Tim Pence stated that he had received calls from some parents regarding whether the school will reimburse them for all the school their preschoolers missed because of cancellations related to inclement weather. So far, a.m. preschool has missed 19 days of school and p.m. See CONTRACTS, Page 5A Staff photo/Michelle Meunier The Subway on Bellefontaine Street was the scene of an armed robery Monday afternoon. Ohio State Highway Patrol. Troopers took Steven D. Anschuetz, 58, of National City, Mich., into custody. The incident remains under investigation and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation assisted with processing the crime scene. The Auglaize, Shelby and Allen County Sheriff ’s Offices also assisted in the matter. ANSCHUETZ Have a heart and help By MICHELLE MEUNIER STAFF WRITER Steinke Family Chiropractic is hosting its second annual Have a Heart dinner at 7 p.m. tonight at the Wapakoneta VFW. The dinner is free, but donations are welcomed. Emily Ailes, head chiropractic assistant at Steinke Family Chiropractic, said the event is open to the public and donations will go to Oklahaven Children’s Chiropractic Hospital in Oklahoma City. “We do a campaign, so if they come to dinner they can donate,” Ailes said. “We also bless our guests by inviting them into our office.” Ailes explained that this local, family business teamed up with Oklahaven and the Have a Heart campaign through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. She went on to say that Oklahaven is a nonprofit organization, and this is the only fundraiser they have each year. According to Oklahaven’s website, the Have a Heart campaign has been around since 1962. The 2014 campaign is going on during the week See HEART, Page 5A See MARKS, Page 5A index State & Local Records Opinion Sports County Life Medical Comics Classifieds VOLUME 109, ISSUE 35 2A 3A 4A 1B 4B 5B 6B 7B quick i look ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — Get ready for bacon like you’ve never eaten, drunk or worn it before. Bacon milkshakes. Chocolatecovered bacon shaped like roses. Bacon-flavored toothpaste, dental floss and lip balm. Bacon bourbon, margaritas, beer and vodka. Bacon ice cream sundaes. A BLT sandwich with a full pound of bacon. They’re all on the menu this week as one Atlantic City casino stretches the bounds of good taste and cardiovascular health with Bacon Week. The festival at the Tropicana Casino and Resort gives new meaning to the term “pigging out.” “Bacon is like heaven,” said Nadina Fornia, of Egg Harbor Township. “If you’re going to die, die with bacon on your lips and a BLT in each hand.” Best Hometown OHIO MAGAZINE’S state and local 2A 3.35 www.wapakdailynews.com • Wapakoneta Daily News • Tuesday, February 11, 2014 Murphy USA Clark Clark Clark Marathon 1281 Bellefontaine St. 3.33 302 Willipie St. 3.33 109 Defiance St. Looking Back Through the pages of the Wapakoneta Daily News 75 years ago, Feb. 11, 1939 At the age of 81, Pope Pius XI, head of the Roman Catholic Church, died shortly before dawn this morning. His heart, weakened by a long illness, stopped beating at 5:31 a.m. The pope died of cardiac asthma. The Archbishop of Canterbury and head of the Church of England was one of the prominent Britons to express publicly his grief over Pope Pius XI today. “He was a man of wide learning and sincerest, ardent piety who bore the immense burden of his great office, with unfailing dignity and courage,” the archbishop said. “We shall always remember his efforts in the cause of peace.” Wapak Redskins to Play Kenton: Assured by their coach, Paul Schofer, that they have everything is takes to win their cage batt le against Kenton High on the Kenton Armory floor tonight, the Blume High Redskins were prepared this afternoon to leave for the Hardin County capital, accompanied by a delegation of fans. The Redskins face a large floor peril at Kenton tonight. The armory is enormous and the abundance of space may present dangers for the local players. Erb and Shuler will start at forwards with Karl Kohler moved to a guard position as running mate of Westbay with Charley Siferd in the center position. (Editor’s note: Kenton 38-Redskins 29.) 50 years ago, Feb. 11, 1964 First Church Plan Lenten Bible Studies: The Rev. David Ullery, pastor of First English Lutheran, announces there will be a series of Lenten Bible study coffee breaks held at church beginning Thursday at 9:30 a.m. Each morning Bible study will last for a one-hour period. These coffee breaks will least for an indefi nite number of weeks. Coffee and doughnuts will be served; each person is asked to bring a Bible. The group will study to gospel of St. Mary. All are welcome to attend. Students attain honor roll: Four freshmen at St. Joseph High School are listed on the honor roll with an average of 95 percent or more in three subjects: Stephen Becker, Angela Henkener, Barbara Marker and Bonita Neumier. There are three sophomores as well: Michael Klima, Mary Lou Luthman and Thomas Schroeder. Also with high standing on the honor roll are Patricia Bustetter and Patricia Meinerding, juniors; and Christine Foltz and Judith Kentner, seniors. Consult with Jay Koenig and Benny Koenig about this question: “We got a beautiful pheasant and weren’t even hunting. He crashed into our windshield! A new windshield cost $90 – a prett y expensive pheasant dinner. 25 years ago, Feb. 11, 1989 Final Game in Fisher Gym: Friday night the last basket was made, the crowds milled around on the floor one last time, some taking pictures. The trash was blown out from under the bleachers, lights were turned off in the locker room and the doors are closed for the last organized varsity sport in Wapakoneta Senior High School’s Fischer gym. The varsity teams will move to a new facility beginning the fall of this year. The gym is dedicated to and named for the man who donated the land that the present high school sits on. The dedication plaque in the hall outside the gym reads: “Carl D. Fischer Jr. Gymnasium, Named in Memory of Carl D. Fisher, 1881-1952, who with great foresight and love for Wapakoneta presented the 33 acre site on which this building stands to the Wapakoneta City School District to serve as a recreational and educational center.” Chairpersons named: Jackie Bunyan, Jeff Carder and Deb Kaeck have recently been named chairperson for the 1989 American Heart Association campaign in Wapakoneta. Local residents are urged to volunteer to help collect for their neighborhood campaigns and contribute to this “fight for life.” Nick Doenges compiles this daily historical column for the Wapakoneta Daily News. 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In addition to snow for the weekend, we will also see a warm up with temperatures in the 30s. Injuries reported after vehicle roll By BRITTANY POWELL STAFF WRITER Minor injuries were reported in a rollover accident at 9 a.m. on I-75 in Botkins. Driver Sujan Veerareddy, 20, of Campbellsville, Ky., was traveling at an unsafe speed for roadway conditions while northbound on I-75, when he lost control, veered to the left side of the road and rolled his vehicle. Veerareddy had four passengers in his vehicle, none of whom were severely injured. He was traveling 45 mph in a 70 mph zone, which was too fast, according to Sergeant Robison, of the Ohio State Highway Patrol Piqua Post. “Just because the speed limit is 70 mph, that doesn’t necessarily mean that’s what you should be traveling,” Robison said. “The post limits are for dry, sunny conditions.” Robison said drivers need to adjust to the weather conditions. “You need to use common sense and drive at what your able to, and apparently 45 was too fast for this guy.” Veerareddy was driving a 2004 Chevrolet Tracker, which sustained disabling damage. All of the windows were broken out, and the right side of the vehicle along with the roof was dented from the roll. Ohio State Highway Patrol Wapakoneta Post • With poor visibility due to blowing snow, a driver lost control on US 33 after abruptly applying the breaks to avoid a slow-moving semi tractor trailer at 7:15 a.m. on Wednesday in Noble Township. Brian Miller, 40, of Michigan, veered off of the left side of the roadway and went over a cement culvert over a drainage pipe and struck a small sign marking the culvert. He came to rest in the high drifted shoulder. He was traveling 40 mph in a 50 mph zone in a Subaru Legacy, which sustained minor damage. Miller was wearing his seatbelt and was not injured. • A driver lost control on US 33 and struck a utility pole at 8:37 a.m. on Thursday in Goshen Township. Bridgette Blaiz, 47, of Florida, was traveling 45 mph in a 55 mph zone in a Freightliner vehicle, which sustained functional damage. She was wearing her seat belt and was not injured. She was cited for operating a vehicle without reasonable control. • After hitting a patch of ice and spinning out of control on county road 33A, a driver ran off the right side of the road, flipped her vehicle and came to rest in a ditch at 9:50 a.m. on Thursday in St. Marys. Kay Wilges, 51, of Lima, suffered non-incapacitating injuries and was transported to Joint Township District Memorial Hospital by St. Marys EMS. Wilges was traveling 50 mph in a 55 mph zone in a GMC Jimmy/Envoy which sustained functional damage. She was wearing her seat belt. She was cited for operating a vehicle without reasonable control. • After failing to negotiate a curve on an on ramp on I-75, a driver traveled off of the left side of the road and struck a reflective pole at 10:15 a.m. on Sunday in Duchouquet. Eric Marshal, 21, of Wapakoneta, was traveling 1 mph in a 35 mph zone in a Hyundai Elantra, which sustained minor damage. He was wearing his seat belt and was not injured. Marshal was cited for operating a vehicle without See INJURIES, Page 5A Police nab suspected Missing juveniles suspected in auto theft snow blower thief By BRITTANY POWELL STAFF WRITER A theft of a snow blower was reported from a local business at 11:54 p.m. on Sunday. The Wapakoneta Police Department responded to a call from True Value Hardware in Wapakoneta reporting the theft of a Toro snow blower, valued at $619. Police have a suspect, and the case remains under investigation. Wapakoneta Police Department • A case of vandalism to a vehicle was reported at 7:50 a.m. on Sunday in Wapakoneta. Kristin McDonald, 31, of 411 Lima St. called the police after finding her 2002 Honda Accord’s driver side rear door smashed. Nothing was stolen. A report was taken, and the incident remains under investigation. • An arrest was made for a woman wanted on a warrant at 6:25 p.m. on Thursday. Sara Gill, 29, of 238 Edgewood Road in Lima, visited the Arby’s in Wapakoneta to pick up her W2s. Upon arrival, officers arrested her and transported her to the Auglaize County Jail. • A potential burglary involving pry marks on a resident’s door was reported at 11:21a.m. Tuesday in Wapakoneta. Greg Schoen, of 402 Ashland, apartment B10 called police after discovering damage to the door frame that appeared to be pry marks. He told police he believes someone made the attempt between 7 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. while he and his wife were gone. No one made entry into apartment. Police have no suspects. where they are being held pending a court hearing. Names were not listed in Two juveniles are are the report. suspected with breaking Auglaize County and entering into a garage Sheriff ’s Office and stealing a vehicle at • A driver struck a 1:17 p.m. on Thursday in deer on Glynwood-New St. Marys. Knoxville Road after the The Auglaize County animal ran in front of the Sheriff ’s Office received vehicle at 1:16 p.m. on a call from Robert VoSaturday. gel, 86, of 122 Bayshore Diana Sudman, 58, of Court in St. Marys, adWapakoneta, was travelvising that his vehicle was ing 30 mph in a 55 mph missing and two neighzone in a Chevrolet vehiboring juveniles were also cle, which sustained funcmissing. Vogel reported that the vehicle was un- tional damage. She was wearing her locked inside his garage at seat belt and was not inthe time it was stolen. jured. The vehicle was later • After backing up a velocated at 11000 Eilerman hicle after missing a turn, Road in Shelby County, a driver hit another vewith the two missing juhicle’s front bumper who veniles found inside. The had been approaching two suspects, a 16-yearhim from the rear at 6:15 old male and a 14-yearp.m. on Saturday on St. old female, both of St. Marys River Road near Marys, were transported Salem Noble Road in Noto West Central Juvenile Detention Center in Troy, See THEFT, Page 5A By BRITTANY POWELL STAFF WRITER 520 Industrial Dr. Dr • Wapakoneta, Wapakoneta OH 45895 PROMPT EMERGENCY CARE SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Carrier Delivery 1 Month 13 weeks 26 weeks 1 year $11.00 $31.50 $63.00 $126.00 Senior Discount Mail Delivery N/A $13.25 N/A $29.93 $34.05 $32.35 $59.85 $67.85 $64.50 $119.70 $135.20 $128.75 SINGLE COPY PRICE: 75¢ SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES $17.50 $50.00 $95.00 $185.00 Senior Discount Motor Delivery (419)739-3501 or (419)738-2128 HOURS TO CALL Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m Saturday 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. Home delivery subscribers should receive their Wapakoneta Daily News by 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and by 8 a.m. on Saturday mornings. Kenneth J. Jackson, DDS • Crowns/Bridges • Implants • Fillings • Tooth Whitening • Extractions • Root Canals • Full/Partial Dentures • Cosmetic Dentistry 419-738-2426 809 Redskin Trail, Wapakoneta www.AuglaizeFamilyDental.com records www.wapakdailynews.com • Wapakoneta Daily News • Tuesday, February 11, 2014 Death Notice Annamarie Faigle, 100 Annamarie Faigle, 100, of Wapakoneta, died at 9:15 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 9, 2014, at Elmwood of New Bremen. Arrangements are incomplete at the Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, in Wapakoneta. Is Georgia ready for the snowstorm this time? ATLANTA (AP) — Just two weeks ago, Atlanta became a national punch line when a few inches of snow crippled the city. Comedians said the gridlocked highways looked more like a zombie apocalypse than the South's bustling business hub. On Monday, officials were quick to act as the winter weather zeroed in, determined not be the butt of jokes like the Saturday Night Live parody that referred to the “devil's dandruff ” and “Yankee's slush.” Before a single drop of freezing rain or snow fell, Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal had declared a state of emergency for nearly a third of the state, schools canceled classes and workers were staying home. Still, people were skeptical the state would be better prepared this time. “I'm not counting on it. I've been in Georgia on and off for 20 years. It's usually the same scenario, not enough preparations and not enough equipment,” said Terri Herod, who bought a large bag of sand and a shovel at a Home Depot. She said her sister told her to also buy kitty litter in case her car gets stuck on an ice patch. The memories of the last storm were too fresh for some. Late last month, students were trapped on buses or at schools and thousands of cars were abandoned along highways as short commutes turned into odysseys. One woman gave birth on a jammed interstate. In the chaos, though, there were stories of Southern hospitality — people opening up homes and businesses to help the stranded. Officials reported one accident-related death. This storm could be worse this time. A onetwo punch of winter weather was expected for Atlanta and northern Georgia. Rain and snow were forecast Tuesday, followed by sleet and freezing rain Wednesday. Downed power lines and icy roads were a major worry. Salt trucks, snow plows were ready to roll and the National Guard has 1,400 four-wheeled drive vehicles to help anyone stranded. Other parts of the South were expected to get hit as well. Alabama, which saw stranded vehicles and had 10,000 students spend the night in schools during the January storm, was likely to get a wintry mix of precipitation. Parts of Mississippi could see 3 inches of snow, and a blast of snow over a wide section of Kentucky slickened roads and closed several school districts. South Carolina, which hasn't seen a major ice storm in nearly a decade, could get a quarter to three-quarters of an inch of ice. Atlanta has a long and painful history of being ill-equipped to deal with snowy weather and people were not taking any chances, even though officials promised the response would be different this time. “We're not looking back, we're looking forward,” Deal said. “The next three days are going to be challenging. We want to make sure we are as prepared as possible.” Schools announced early that they would close Tuesday, and tractor-trailer drivers were handed fliers about the weather and a law requiring chains on tires. City and state government were to stay open Tuesday, but the governor called for a liberal-leave policy, meaning if workers didn't want to come in they didn't have to. More than 500 Delta flights with Atlanta connections on Tuesday had been canceled, and passengers traveling through several Southeastern states between Tuesday and Thursday were offered a chance to make free one-time changes to their itineraries. People around Atlanta planned to stay off the roads, which couldn't be treated last time because there were too many cars stuck on them. “Basically, everyone from the office is going to be working from home” on Tuesday, Dakota Herrera said as he left a downtown car park on his way to the office Monday. Deal was doing many things differently. He opened an emergency operations center and held two news conferences before the storm. When the Jan. 28 storm hit, Deal was at an awards luncheon with Mayor Kasim Reed, who was named a magazine's 2014 “Georgian of the Year.” Reed had just tweeted: “Atlanta, we are ready for the snow.” This time, the mayor made no such predictions. Instead, he said he was in contact with school leaders and the city had 120 pieces of equipment to spread salt and sand and plow snow. Shirley Temple, iconic child star, dies at 85 SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Shirley Temple, the dimpled, curly-haired child star who sang, danced, sobbed and grinned her way into the hearts of Depression-era moviegoers, has died, according to publicist Cheryl Kagan. She was 85. Temple, known in private life as Shirley Temple Black, died Monday night at about 11 p.m. at her home near San Francisco. She was surrounded by family members and caregivers, Kagan said. “We salute her for a life of remarkable achievements as an actor, as a diplomat, and most importantly as our beloved mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother, and adored wife for fifty-five years of the late and much missed Charles Alden Black,” a family statement said. A talented and ultraadorable entertainer, Shirley Temple was America's top box-office draw from 1935 to 1938, a record no other child star has come near. She beat out such grownups as Clark Gable, Bing Crosby, Robert Taylor, Gary Cooper and Joan Crawford. In 1999, the American Film Institute ranking of the top 50 screen legends ranked Temple at No. 18 among the 25 actresses. She appeared in scores of movies and kept children singing “On the Good Ship Lollipop” for generations. Temple was credited with helping save 20th Century Fox from bankruptcy with films such as “Curly Top” and “The Littlest Rebel.” She even had a drink named after her, an appropriately sweet and innocent cocktail of ginger ale and grenadine, topped with a maraschino cherry. Temple blossomed into a pretty young woman, but audiences lost interest, and she retired from films at 21. She raised a family and later became active in politics and held several diplomatic posts in Republican administrations, including ambassador to Czechoslovakia during the historic collapse of communism in 1989. “I have one piece of advice for those of you who want to receive the lifetime achievement award. Start early,” she quipped in 2006 as she was honored by the Screen Actors Guild. But she also said that evening that her greatest roles were as wife, mother and grandmother. “There's nothing like real love. Nothing.” Her husband of more than 50 years, Charles Black, had died just a few months earlier. They lived for many years in the San Francisco suburb of Woodside. Temple's expert singing and tap dancing in the 1934 feature “Stand Up and Cheer!” first gained her wide notice. The number she performed with future Oscar winner James Dunn, “Baby Take a Bow,” became the title of one of her first starring features later that year. Also in 1934, she starred in “Little Miss Marker,” a comedydrama based on a story by Damon Runyon that showcased her acting talent. In “Bright Eyes,” Temple introduced “On the Good Ship Lollipop” and did battle with a charmingly bratty Jane Withers, launching Withers as a major child star, too. She was “just absolutely marvelous, greatest in the world,” director Allan Dwan told filmmaker-author Peter Bogdanovich in his book “Who the Devil Made It: Conversations With Legendary Film Directors.” ''With Shirley, you'd just tell her once and she'd remember the rest of her life,” said Dwan, who directed “Heidi” and “Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm.” ''Whatever it was she was supposed to do — she'd do it. ... And if one of the actors got stuck, she'd tell him what his line was — she knew it better than he did.” Temple's mother, Gertrude, worked to keep her daughter from being spoiled by fame and was a constant presence during filming. Her daughter said years later that her mother had been furious when a director once sent her off on an errand and then got the child to cry for a scene by frightening her. “She never again left me alone on a set,” she said. Temple became a nationwide sensation. Mothers dressed their little girls like her, and a line of dolls was launched that are now highly sought-after collectables. Her immense popularity prompted President Franklin D. Roosevelt to say that “as long as our country has Shirley Temple, we will be all right.” “When the spirit of the people is lower than at any other time during this Depression, it is a splendid thing that for just 15 cents, an American can go to a movie and look at the smiling face of a baby and forget his troubles,” Roosevelt said. She followed up in the next few years with a string of hit films, most with sentimental themes and musical subplots. TROUBLE BATHING? Here are the OHIO LOTTERY selections for Monday: Mega Millions 2/07 11-21-23-35-64 Mega Ball: 10 Powerball 2/08 24-25-34-37-54 Powerball: 29 Pick 3 Numbers 2/10 7-4-4 (day) 6-5-4 (night) Pick 4 Numbers 2/10 0-9-0-2 (day) 7-3-7-0 (night) Pick 5 Numbers 2/10 3-7-0-5-9 (day) 0-9-7-9-0 (night) Rolling Cash 5 2/10 6-7-11-21-33 Classic Lotto 2/10 18-26-29-37-48-49 Kicker: 6257888 Mega Millions jackpot $122 million Powerball jackpot $284 million Rolling Cash 5 jackpot $227,000 Classic Lotto jackpot $60.2 million Hospital ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER Births • Sierra and Gary Wynk, of Celina, a girl and a boy, on Monday, Feb. 10. • Maria and Brett Trump, of Wapakoneta, twin girls, on Monday, Feb. 10. • Jozy and Brent Schwieterman, of Wapakoneta, a boy, on Monday, Feb. 10. In brief BLUFFTON — Bluffton University’s Jazz Ensemble and Concert Band will present the university’s annual winter instrumental concert at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16, in Yoder Recital Hall. The concert is free and open to the public; a free-will offering will be taken during intermission for music scholarships. Adam Schattschneider, professor of music, conducts the Jazz Ensemble, whose seven numbers will include “A Salute to Glenn Miller” and arrangements of “MacArthur Park,” “Frankie and Johnny” and Cole Porter’s “Night and Day.” Conducted by Roy Couch, visiting assistant professor of music, the Concert Band will perform four pieces—“Resting in the Peace of His Hands,”“Summerland,”“… and the antelope play” and “Bayou Breakdown.” DETROIT (AP) — New General Motors CEO Mary Barra will get a pay package worth $14.4 million this year, 58 percent more than her male predecessor, the company said Monday. GM released the figure to counter reports that said Barra, the first woman to lead a major automaker, would be paid less than former Chairman and CEO Dan Akerson. Those reports calculated Barra’s compensation without including her long-term stock compensation, and the company was criticized for paying a woman leader less than a man. Barra will get $1.6 million in salary, $2.8 million in shortterm incentives and long-term stock compensation worth $10 million, the company said in a statement. The long-term amount is part of a new incentive plan that still has to be voted on by shareholders in June. Feb 11: The Auglaize County Airport Authority is scheduled to meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Neil Armstrong Airport, east of New Knoxville. • The Wapakoneta City Schools Board of Education will hold a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. at the Board Office. • The Moulton Township Board of Trustees is scheduled to meet at 7:30 p.m. at the township hall, 08980 Glynwood Road, Wapakoneta • The Botkins Village Council is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. in its council chambers, 111 E. Lynn St., Botkins. • The Auglaize County Library will hold its board of directors meeting at 5 p.m. in Cridersville. Feb 12: The Botkins School District Board of Education is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. in the school library, 208 N. Sycamore Ave., Botkins. Feb 13: The Buckland Village Council is scheduled to meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Buckland Community Building. Feb 17: The Wapakoneta City Council is scheduled to meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Wapakoneta City Administration Building, 701 Parlette Court. • The Goshen Township Board of Trustees is scheduled to meet at 7:30 p.m. at the township building on U.S. 33 in New Hampshire. • The Cridersville Village Council is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. in council chambers at the Cridersville Village Hall Feb 18: The Auglaize County Board of Health is scheduled to meet at 8:30 a.m. in the Health Department Building, 214 S. Wagner St., Wapakoneta. Feb 19: The Union Township Trustees are scheduled to meet at 8 p.m. at the township facility in Uniopolis. Parlette Court. Feb 20: The Auglaize County Board of Education is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. in the Auglaize County Educational Service Center, 1045 Dearbaugh St., Wapakoneta. • The Auglaize County Veterans Service Commission is scheduled to meet at 5 p.m. at the Veterans Service Commission Office, 209 S. Blackhoof St., Wapakoneta. Feb 23: The Auglaize County Emergency Management Agency Executive Board meets at 7:30 p.m. in the county commissioners chambers. Feb 24: The Waynesfield Village Council is scheduled to meet at 7:30 p.m. in the village office at 300 N. Westminster St. Feb. 25: The Botkins Village Council is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. in its council chambers, 111 E. Lynn St., Botkins. • The Botkins Village Council Finance Committee is scheduled to meet immediately following the village council meeting in its council chambers, 111 E. Lynn St., Botkins. • The Botkins Village Council Safety Committee is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. in its council chambers, 111 E. 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Auglaize St. 419-738-8176 www.moonflorist.net opinion 4A Today in History Publisher: Deb Zwez Managing Editor: Tom Wehrhahn www.wapakdailynews.com • Wapakoneta Daily News • Tuesday, February 11, 2014 In our view ... Simple outreach M y ninth grandchild was Christened on Sunday. We understand it was slightly overdue according to the rules, but bad weather, a severe cold and my move stirred things up a bit. But this is not about Christenings, but discovery. The event was held at St. John the Baptist Church in Landeck, but it was what was in the pews (other than parishioners) that was exciting. Here along with the hymnals, were these nicely laminated, colorful guides to the Catholic Mass. “Cheat sheets” if you will. It was printed by “Our Sunday Visitor,” a Catholic publisher of newspapers and magazines, and included the various responses and other items used in the weekly celebration. Now, I imagine that tiny Landeck doesn’t get many visitors, being tucked between Delphos and Spencerville, but I also knew that the Catholic Church has made a few changes recently. Either way, four words came to mind: what a wonderful outreach. Attending a different church — or any event to which you’re not accustomed — can be a little scary. The last thing you need is to feel uncomfortable in a new situation. Having worked in public relations and marketing, I can identify with those who are trying to communicate with a larger audience. Efforts such as those at Landeck are to be commended. It’s almost like purchasing a complicated piece of electronics and finding an exploded diagram rather than a 200-page book of dry text — in 10 languages. My most useful — and therefore my favorite — map of Manhattan is a simple thing. In addition to the streets, it highlights attractions and lists subway and bus stops. It folds to pocket size and is coated to avoid stains. Simple, yet functional (and less than $5). Just like the Mass “cheat sheet” it lets me know what I need to know. We need more things that can help uncomplicate our lives — things that help us connect to new experiences and new thoughts. Reaching out and fostering understanding can have some wonderful results ... and also allow you to enjoy a service you’re unfamiliar with without looking, or at least feeling, out of place. Governor race gives voters little say O nce again, last-minute maneuvering by the two major political parties will result in a “primary-free” gubernatorial election for Ohioans. That’s too bad. In a state nearly split between conservatives and liberals, voters should have a say when picking a party’s candidate for such an important statewide race. More often, it’s state party leaders, not voters, who decide which candidate progresses to the fall election. Contested primaries had once looked like a possibility in this year’s governor race for both Republicans and Democrats. But the GOP primary ticket was cleared for Gov. John Kasich, who will be seeking a second term, when Ted Stevenot, a tea party favorite, dropped out less than a week after he had thrown his hat into the ring. Democrats, too, had been staring at a primary matchup, until last Friday. That’s when Hamilton County Commissioner Todd Portune withdrew his bid to go head-to-head against Cuyahoga County Executive Ed FitzGerald. Both Portune and Stevenot have since suggested they would have liked to have taken their campaigns a step farther, but were not encouraged to by officials in their respective parties. That’s not surprising. The clearing of the gubernatorial ticket before a primary is long-established political strategy. Party leaders like to avoid first-round fights which can divide the base. Granted, Portune or Stevenot may not have had a realistic chance of winning their respective party’s nomination in May, but they may have broadened the discussion. Unfortunately, voters will only get to weigh in once, not twice. — The (Findlay) Courier Freedom of Speech: Reader Opinions and Other Views Cheering for American manufacturing on the field and the factory floor A t the 2012 Summer Olympic opening ceremony, Team USA took the stage wearing foreign-made red, white, and blue uniforms. At a time when so many good jobs had disappeared overseas, the news that our Olympic team was being forced to wear uniforms made overseas was an outrage. It made no sense that an American organization would place a Chinese-made beret on the heads of our SHERROD best athletes when BROWN we have capacity to make high-end apparel right here at home. That’s why I passed a resolution calling on the U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC) to change this, and it promised it would do so. Last week, at the opening ceremony of the Sochi Olympics, we saw the USOC live up to its pledge, as Team USA took the stage sporting American-made apparel. But while it was great to see Olympic athletes wearing uniforms with a “USA-made” label, there’s more that we can do now to boost American manufacturing. Ohio has a long and storied history of designing and manufacturing clothing and apparel and we must continue to help small businesses across our state grow and succeed. Our apparel companies like American Made Bags in Akron and All American Clothing in Arcanum – can compete with anyone in the world, if given a level playing field. But, the U.S. government spends more than $1.5 billion on clothing made in factories overseas. We need to be doing all that we can to invest in our own manufacturing base — and that begins with ensuring our government is doing its part. My legislation, the Wear American Act, would change an existing law that requires 51 percent of federal government’s non-defense textile and apparel purchases be made on U.S.made products. We can do better than that. Why shouldn’t apparel and textiles purchased by U.S. tax dollars be 100 percent American-made? This isn’t rocket science. It just makes plain sense to put U.S. tax dollars back into the U.S. economy. When we do have to buy goods that are made overseas, we need to make sure we aren’t doing business with contractors who violate labor rights and worker safety laws, especially as they apply to child labor. That’s why I am urging the General Services Administration (GSA) to ensure that federal agencies not only disclose the locations of the factories they contract with, but that they are aware of and take their working conditions into account when making purchasing decisions. We should be in the business of creating policies that reward hardworking Ohioans, who want to create jobs in Ohio – rather than supporting policies that help companies send U.S. jobs overseas or take part in questionable labor practices. Right now, the stakes couldn’t be higher. We must do everything we can to support American workers. Sherrod Brown, U.S. Senator, D-Ohio Adoption reform providing a choice of life O ur current Ohio House of Representatives has made it a goal to discuss and pass numerous pro-life bills. The most recent of these bills is House Bill 307. House Bill 307 focuses on reforming the at-birth adoption process, and affords significant rights to mothers who are looking to give their children up for adoption at birth. The goal of the bill is to speed up and simplify the adoption process for expectant mothers in the hopes that these women will choose to give birth, rather than to abort the Jim child. Buchy House Bill 307 addresses the financial well-being of expectant mothers by outlining appropriate living expenses to be paid to a biological mother from adoptive parents. This will allow women a greater opportunity to give the child up for adoption, without worrying about the costs that are sometimes associated with pregnancy. Additionally, the bill makes it harder for a father who is late to the game to block the completion of an adoption after a mother has decided to give up the infant. Fathers who have known about the possibility of a pregnancy for up to nine months and have done nothing to support the mother will, under the new bill, have up to seven days after the birth of a child to step up to the plate. The bill establishes a new procedure for notifying a putative father of his rights prior to the birth of a child. The new procedure is modeled after Indiana law, but uses the existing Putative Father Registry for a putative father to gain rights regarding decisions about the baby. The pre-birth notification process secures constitutional rights afforded to birth fathers. The bill also reduces the time for a father to register with the Putative Father Registry after the birth of a child from 30 days to seven days in some cases where a father has not been involved in a pregnancy. Currently, persons wishing to contest an adoption can do so for up to one year. HB 307 reduces this time period to 60 days, ensuring loving couples do not become attached to a child, only to have it taken away. This also lowers the risk for exorbitant legal costs for an adoptive family. The bill encourages adoption right here in Ohio, which increases the odds that a child will find a loving home. Through a state tax credit of $10,000 over a five-year period, adoptive parents in Ohio will have greater incentive to adopt from a mother in the state, rather than looking elsewhere. These measures all serve to decrease the burden upon a mother during the adoption process, and make it easier for women to choose adoption instead of abortion. I understand that sometimes, raising a child is not in the cards for a woman. With this bill, I hope to make it easier for women to find a solution to their crisis pregnancy, and discourage them from turning to abortion as an escape from the blessing of a new child. Please give me your opinion on this topic and others in the news this month by completing an online survey at tinyurl.com/buchyfeb2014. Jim Buchy Republican state representative, 84th House District, from Greenville Today is Tuesday, Feb. 11, the 42nd day of 2014. There are 323 days left in the year. TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT IN HISTORY: On Feb. 11, 1812, Massachusetts Gov. Elbridge Gerry signed a redistricting law favoring his Democratic-Republican Party — giving rise to the term “gerrymandering.” ON THIS DATE: In 1858, a French girl, Bernadette Soubirous, reported the first of 18 visions of a lady dressed in white in a grotto near Lourdes. (The Catholic Church later accepted that the visions were of the Virgin Mary.) In 1862, the Civil War Battle of Fort Donelson began in Tennessee. (Union forces led by Brig. Gen. Ulysses S. Grant captured the fort five days later.) In 1929, the Lateran Treaty was signed, with Italy recognizing the independence and sovereignty of Vatican City. In 1937, a six-week-old sit-down strike against General Motors ended, with the company agreeing to recognize the United Automobile Workers Union. In 1945, President Franklin D. Roosevelt, British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and Soviet leader Josef Stalin signed the Yalta Agreement during World War II. In 1963, American author and poet Sylvia Plath was found dead in her London flat, a suicide; she was 30. In 1964, The Beatles performed their first American concert at the Washington Coliseum in Washington, D.C. In 1972, McGraw-Hill Publishing Co. and Life magazine canceled plans to publish what had turned out to be a fake autobiography of reclusive billionaire Howard Hughes. In 1979, followers of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini (hoh-MAY’-nee) seized power in Iran. In 1989, Rev. Barbara C. Harris became the first woman consecrated as a bishop in the Episcopal Church, in a ceremony held in Boston. In 1990, South African black activist Nelson Mandela was freed after 27 years in captivity. In 2012, pop singer Whitney Houston, 48, was found dead in a hotel room in Beverly Hills, Calif. Ten years ago: Wesley Clark dropped out of the Democratic race for the White House. A car bomb at an army recruiting center in Baghdad, Iraq, killed 47 people. Cable TV giant Comcast Corp. launched a hostile bid to buy The Walt Disney Co. for more than $54 billion (Comcast later dropped its bid). Five years ago: The nation’s top bankers went before the House Financial Services Committee, pledging to build public trust with greater lending and fewer perks. Stewart Parnell, owner of Peanut Corp. of America, repeatedly invoked his right not to incriminate himself at a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee hearing on a salmonella outbreak that had sickened hundreds. All-Star shortstop Miguel Tejada pleaded guilty to lying to Congress about steroids in baseball. (He was sentenced to a year’s probation.) Rep. John Dingell, D-Mich., who first went to Congress in 1955, became the longestserving member of the U.S. House of Representatives. President Robert Mugabe (mooGAH’-bay) swore in longtime rival Morgan Tsvangirai (SVAHNG’-ur-eye) as Zimbabwe’s prime minister. Estelle Bennett, 67, one of the singing trio Ronettes, was found dead in her home in Englewood, N.J. One year ago: With a few words in Latin, Pope Benedict XVI did what no pope had done in more than half a millennium: announced his resignation. The bombshell came during a routine morning meeting of Vatican cardinals. (The 85-year-old pontiff was succeeded by Pope Francis.) Today’s Birthdays: Actor Conrad Janis is 86. Actress Tina Louise is 80. Actor Burt Reynolds is 78. Songwriter Gerry Goffin is 75. Actor Sonny Landham is 73. Bandleader Sergio Mendes is 73. Rhythm-and-blues singer Otis Clay is 72. Actor Philip Anglim is 62. Actress Catherine Hickland is 58. Rock musician David Uosikkinen (The Hooters) is 58. Actress Carey Lowell is 53. Singer Sheryl Crow is 52. Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin is 50. Actress Jennifer Aniston is 45. Actor Damian Lewis is 43. Actress Marisa Petroro is 42. Singer D’Angelo is 40. Actor Brice Beckham is 38. Rock M-C/vocalist Mike Shinoda (Linkin Park) is 37. Singer-actress Brandy is 35. Actor Matthew Lawrence is 34. Rhythmand-blues singer Kelly Rowland is 33. Singer Aubrey O’Day is 30. Actress Q’orianka Kilcher is 24. Actor Taylor Lautner is 22. Thought for the day “Respect for ourselves guides our morals; respect for others guides our manners.” — Laurence Sterne, Irish-born English author (1713-1768) Letters Policy This newspaper welcomes letters on any public issue. Letters should be 500 words or fewer in length and are subject to editing for grammar and clarity. Letters that are libelous in nature will not be published. Letters should be typed or neatly printed. Submissions must be signed and include the writer’s address and phone number for verification. Send letters to: Letters to the Editor, Box 389, Wapakoneta, Ohio 45895, or via e-mail to: blaney@wapakwdn.com. www.wapakdailynews.com • Wapakoneta Daily News • Tuesday, February 11, 2014 Marks From Page 1A drivers and the workshop specialists, to the nurse, to the directors, to all the people involved, including us as board members,” Superintendent Al Willis said. The board received the same award five years ago. Business and Finance Director Todd Busse discussed the summer budget report for 2013 with board members, highlighting the problem areas. He reported areas which he found to be over budget, including administration, which was 1.95 percent over budget. “Within the adult services ... contract services (was) $34,125 over,” he said. “I think we’ve addressed that throughout the past year ... When this budget was developed, we still had subs on our payroll over at Auglaize Industries. To save a little money, basically, they’re their subs now and we’re reimbursing them. So that Contracts From Page 1A comes out of contract services ... so that’s the reason why that’s like that.” He reported going slightly over budget in transportation as well, but that all these areas have already been taken care of with a budget transfer. “We spent 92.81 percent of our budget,” Busse said, noting the total came to approximately $4.5 million out of a $4.9 million dollar budget. The board received approximately $490,000 in levy revenue toward the end of 2013, Busse reported, which brought its total revenue for the year to an amount more than the anticipated $4.6 million. “Going into this year, we had a cash balance of $1.5 million to get us into March, April, when we get our first significant levy revenue,” Busse said. Willis lauded the board’s ability to have operated for the past two New Bremen eyes new policy for drug testing By JANICE BARNIAK STAFF WRITER NEW BREMEN — This week, New Bremen Board of Education member are set to consider a drug-testing policy for students who participate in extra curricular activities. The proposed policy would allow for random, periodic testing for any participants in extracurricular activities and for student drivers. New Bremen High School Principal Brian Pohl said the board will see a draft of the policy and, at a later date, have the company that does the testing come in and speak to the board. The policy is a recommendation of the current athletic council. “I think we don’t know how many kids are doing (drugs or alcohol) exactly, in talking to students, talking to their parents and working with local law enforcement, it’s a concern that it has increased,” Pohl said. He said traditionally the bigger concerns in the area were with alcohol usage, but in the last year or so administrators have heard from students, parents and local law enforcement that drugs are a problem they want to see get better. “We want to be sure we’re doing our part to provide the safe, nurturing environment we’ve always offered,” Pohl said. “As far as we understand, there is an increase occuring. We don’t want to get to the point where it becomes the norm.” He said instituting the extracurricular policy 5A could be an easy way to discourage use, but more than that, it could be an easy out for students who’d like to have a ready response to a person who offers substances they’d feel pressured to take. “We’re looking at every option,” Pohl said. Pohl said Marion Local has policy in place and the testing has yet to yield a positive test. At the same, the school felt the policy was a positive measure. “It’s a way to get out in front of friends and save face,” Pohl said. He said he believed the testing would coincide with the sports seasons of fall, winter and spring. He added testing for participants would not carry the same consequences students face with the campus’ policy. The sports policy would be considered non-punitive, and would cause a student who tested positive to miss games, possibly get counseling, or eventually if continuing to fail testing, require residential rehabilitation. The consequences in the student handbook for campus drug activity include academic consequences from detention, to in-school or out-ofschool suspension, to expulsion. The extracurricular and driving policy would be considered a participant’s agreement. “You can’t just test every kid that walks in the door,” Pohl said. “If they choose to participate, you can do random testing at that point.” Janice Barniak Staff Writer years on the same amount of money without having to cut any services. “I think the board has done an outstanding job, again, in helping all of us work together as a team to accomplish ... this safe cash flow balance at this time,” Willis said. Adults Services Manager Greg Ferrall updated the board members on the bocce ball project, for which he estimated a cost of $30,000. The court will be located near Sunshine Playground in New Bremen, and he shared that he hopes to create a sign in the park with the history of bocce ball and listing those organizations and groups who helped with the court’s construction. The vocational program at Auglaize Industries had eight closures and six delays in January because of weather, but that in spite of that, production was fairly high. Willis emphasized that road conditions and the decisions made by local schools are all factors in the decision to cancel or delay when weather is bad. Brenda Winner, of Auglaize Industries, updated board members on the Employment First Initiative, a program that can currently help six employees who are currently in sheltered employment to supported community jobs — independent job sites. “It’s just another way to get some involvement with getting individuals with disabilities out in the community and get them working,” she said. In other business, board members: • Approved a motion to pay the January vouchers totaling $472,591. preschool has missed nine. The board agreed that the best course of action will be to offer free tuition to parents of a.m. preschool children and reduce the tuition for p.m. preschoolers by half during the month of March. The board also approved the following matters: Adoption of the 201415 school calendar that was recommended by the superintendent. Heart From Page 1A of Valentine’s Day, February 7-15, and can be done in offices, community groups, stores and more to help raise awareness and funds to help more children find health. Through the dinner put on by Steinke Family Chiropractic, people will be Meredith Enkoff made aware of the imporStaff Writer tance and impact of chiropractic for children in 419-300-1075 need, as well as supportsmreporter@theeveningleader.com ing the internationally recognized nonprofit organization of Oklahaven. From Page 2A Office manager Randee Steinke said people reasonable control. which sustained funcplanning on attending the • After swerving to tional damage. event should call in by 3 avoid an object on I-75, She was wearing her p.m. today in order to have a driver spun out of con- seat belt and was not inenough seating and food trol, ran off of the road jured. Mays was cited for for att endees. and stuck the median ca- operating a vehicle withAiles said the camble barrier at 4:36 p.m. on out reasonable control. paign raised almost $800 Sunday in Duchouquet. Brittany Powell last year and is looking to Ta’nia Mays, 20, of Staff Writer match that or exceed that Englewood, was traveling 70 mph in a 70 mph zone 419-739-3516 this evening. Steinke explained that reporter1@wapakwdn.com in a Chevrolet Cobalt, the campaign is important for children who suffer from severe complications From Page 2A or problems in their life. “It all goes toward helpble Township. of ice on state Route 364 ing children receive chiroRobert May, 63, of in St. Marys, a driver practic care,” Steinke said. Lima, was traveling 5 crossed the center line, “Cerebral Palsy, MS, any mph in a 55 mph zone entered a ditch and rolled kind of neurological probin a Jeep sport utility ve- onto its roof. The crash lems like that so kids that hicle, which sustained was later reported at a can’t walk are able to walk minor damage. passenger’s residence at without having a surgery.” He was cited for im- 9:48 p.m. on Sunday. 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COLUMBUS — WaynesfieldGoshen High School graduate Gray Horn opened his season by posting the No. 12 performance in the U.S. in the long jump (25 feet, 3.25 inches) after capturing first place in the event at the Buckeye Classic as an unattached athlete on Jan. 10 in Columbus. In the competition, the 2008 WGHS graduate and five-time Southeastern Conference (SEC) champion for the University of Florida added a third-place finish in the 60-meter hurdles (7.94). He continues to compete postcollegiately, with his most notable performance coming in a third-place finish at the 2012 Olympic Trials in the decathlon (7,954 points) in Eugene, Ore. COLLEGE NOTES MILESTONES Heidi Schlegel (Wapakoneta 2011) was named Horizon League Scholar-Athlete of the Month, the league announced on Jan. 16. The 6-foot forward for Youngstown State University (10-12, 6-3 HL) tallies a 3.74 GPA and added 17.6 points per game and seven rebounds per game for the month. For the season, the sophomore is tallying 19.9 ppg, 8.2 rpg and 1.3 assists per game. In 13 games, she has posted more than 20 points. In 17 games, she has finished as the Penguins’ leading scorer. On Feb. 8, she contributed a career-high 28 points and 13 rebounds in an 87-67 loss at Oakland (10-13, 5-5 HL) in Rochester, Mich. Taylor Miller (WaynesfieldGoshen 2010) captured the No. 44 mark in the U.S. in the shot put (603.75) after garnering first in the event at the Northwest Ohio Invitational as an unattached athlete on Jan. 17 in Findlay. The three-time All-American is a senior for No. 8 Findlay, which ranked among the NCAA Division II Top 25 by the United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches poll released on Jan. 29. SPOTLIGHT Kaylee Patton (WaynesfieldSee COLLEGE, Page 3B Spencerville ‘Skins stomp ’Cats controls 4th for win over Botkins Wapak wins 1st league game of season By JAKE DOWLING By JUSTIN THOMAS SPORTS CORRESPONDENT BOTKINS — The Botkins Trojans led for most of the game, but a fourth-period rally by the Spencer v ille Bearcats gave the Trojans a 46 loss on Senior Night, 4641, in a nonleague varsity girls basketball 41 contest at Botkins High School. Botkins had held the lead throughout the game, but in the fourth period, turnovers began to cost the Trojans a win. Botkins only had five points in the fourth period, while the Bearcats had a 15-point stanza to propel them to victory, largely in part to Jacey Grigsby who hit five free throws. “Seemed like we made a costly turnover and it deflated us,” Botkins varsity coach Don Mack said. “It took a lot of enSee BOTKINS, Page 2B ’Skins close season with win over VW FROM STAFF REPORTS The Wapakoneta Redskins closed the regular season with a win Saturday. The Redskins defeated the Van Wert Cougars, 2,2921,659, in a var2,292 sity girls West Ohio High School Bowling Conference match at 20th 1,659 Century Lanes in Lima. Britni Hosterman was Wapak’s top bowler Saturday with a 207-142 series. Shelby Timmerman was at 140-190 for the Redskins. Also in the lineup Saturday for Wapak was Kylie Timmerman (169-148), Courtney Robey (138145) and Josee Kaeck (128-148). Wapak finished its regular season with a 9-4 record in a three-way tie for fourth place. Versailles was the WOHSBC champion for the 2013-14 season. The Redskins will make a long trip to northern Ohio to compete at Star Lanes in Port Clinton at noon Feb. 22 in a Division I Northwest District sectional tournament. Wapak will compete among some unfamiliar teams at its sectional. Wapak is the only Division I school among WOHSBC members in the Northwest District. This is the first season in which the state bowling tournament will be divided into two divisions. Previously, the state tournament grouped all of Ohio’s bowling teams into one division. SCHEDULE Today Girls Basketball Wapakoneta vs. Minster, 7:30 p.m. Boys Basketball W-G at Indian Lake, 7:30 p.m. NBA Cavaliers vs. Kings, 7 p.m. College Basketball Ohio St. vs. Michigan, 9 p.m. Thursday Girls Basketball Wapakoneta at Van Wert, 7:30 p.m. SPORTS CORRESPONDENT A fast start usually turns into good things, and for the Wapakoneta Redskins boys basketball team, Monday’s fast start against the Kenton Wildcats set the tone as the Redskins won their first game 71 in Western Buckeye League play beating the Wildcats on the road, 71-49, in varsity boys basketball ac49 tion at Kenton High School. The Redskins’ WBL win Monday was first-year coach Doug Selvey’s first league win with the team. Wapak’s win Monday was its third in the last four games and came after a 1-13 start to the season which included a 10-game loss streak. “It feels great to get this win,” Redskins varsity coach Doug Selvey said. “I thought this game was a total team effort because we were able to put four good periods of basketball together.” That team effort began right away as Wapak jumped on the Wildcats (2-12, 0-7) with a 16-5 run midway through the first period. A few minutes into the game, junior Kodi Morgan drained a pair of 3-pointers to help get the ball rolling for the Redskins (4-14 Staff photo/Jake Dowling Wapakoneta Redskins senior Zach Schmerge prepares to attempt a free throw Monday in a Western Buckeye League varsity boys basketball game against the Kenton Wildcats. overall, 1-6 WBL). Morgan’s two 3-pointers were a byproduct of the Redskins’ decision to attack the rim early, forcing the Wildcats’ defense to cave in, thus giving ample shooting opportunities for Morgan and others. “We have shot the 3-point- ers well this season,” Selvey said. “There was one game where we had 13 3-pointers. We’re getting our confidence back as a team and they’re making the extra pass.” The Redskins finished 8 of 15 from the behind the arc, an impressive 53 percent. Another aspect Selvey was pleased with was the way his team finished. “We have really struggled to play well for four quarters, usually we can only finish through three quarters, but today I thought we were able to put a full game together,” he said Monday. The Redskins tattooed the Wildcats for 32 points in the first half, going into halftime up 3220, and they never let up in the second half, pouring on 39 more points. Wapak shot 48 percent (24 of 50) from the field Monday. The major contributors offensively for Wapak were juniors Keaton Metz, who scored a gamehigh 20 points, and Adam Henderson, who added 17 points. Morgan finished with eight points. “Keaton and Adam play very well together and they continue to improve every day for us,” Selvey said. On the defensive end of the floor, the Redskins allowed an average of 12 points per period on just a 31 percent shooting clip. See WAPAK, Page 2B Parkway rallies past Waynesfield-Goshen entering the fourth period The Waynesfield- but Parkway Goshen Tigers lost 51-48 owned a 15-10 to the Parkway Panthers advantage in 51 in a non-league varsity the final stanza girls basketball game to earn the win. Monday at WaynesfieldTigers freshman Goshen High School. Emily Patton nearly had W-G led by two, 38-36, half of her team’s points, FROM STAFF REPORTS QUICK LOOK Lawmakers, Redskins spar over team name ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — The latest back-and-forth over the Washington Redskins name includes a stern letter from two lawmakers and a public relations move from the team. A letter sent Monday from Sen. Maria Cantwell of Washington state and Rep. Tom Cole of Oklahoma tells NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell that the league is on “the wrong side of history” and mentions the league’s tax-exempt status. Cantwell chairs the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs. The Redskins countered by saying they’ve received “almost 200” letters and emails in recent months in support of the name from people who identified themselves as Native Americans or as family members of Native Americans. They say they’ve received only seven letters from Native Americans opposed to the name. scoring 23 in three periods. She was held scoreless in 48 the fourth period. Sydney Buffenbarger added eight points for W-G. Mackenzie Jarnagin and Chelsea Spencer each scored five points for the Tigers. W-G is now 10-7 overall this season. The Tigers will play a road game Thursday for their next contest, visiting the CoryRawson Hornets. CORRECTION The headline above the story on Page 1B about the Wapakoneta versus Sidney varsity boys basketball game in the Monday, Feb. 10 edition incorrectly stated that Wapakoneta’s season high for most points scored in one game was 81. Wapakoneta scored 82 points in its game against Sidney on Saturday and so its season high for most points scored in one game is 82. Sports Editor BRAD FRANK sports@wapakwdn.com 419-739-3508 sports 2B www.wapakdailynews.com • Wapakoneta Daily News • Tuesday, February 11, 2014 High School College From Page 1B BOYS STANDINGS Goshen 2013) produced a team-high 18 points and three rebounds for Tiffin University (7-13, 4-12 Great Lakes Intercollegeiate Athletic Conference) in a 76-69 loss at Malone (15-8, 10-7 GLIAC) on Jan. 23 in North Canton. On Feb. 6, the 5’9” guard added 18 points, five assists, four rebounds and four steals in a 76-73 victory at home against Hillsdale College (10-11, 9-8 GLIAC) in Tiffin. For the season, the freshman is tallying 7.1 ppg, 1.6 rpg and 1.5 apg. Chris Johnson (Botkins 2012) contributed her fourth double-digit scoring effort of the season for Edison Community College (13-5, 0-3 Ohio Community College Athletic Conference) in a 7876 triumph at Cincinnati State & Community College (15-9, 6-2 OCCAC) on Feb. 6 in Cincinnati. On Feb. 1, the 5’9” forward added 15 points, seven rebounds and two steals in a 103-55 thrashing at home of Lakeland Community College (3-19, 0-7 OCCAC) on Feb. 1 in Piqua. For the season, the sophomore is producing 7.0 points per game, 4.9 rebounds per game and 0.9 assists per game. Abbey Gray (Waynesfield-Goshen 2011) was named the Ohio Athletic Conference women’s track athlete of the week, the OAC announced Jan. 27 after she garnered first in the 60-meter hurdles (9.2 seconds) and runner-up in the 200 (26.83) at the Denison Lid Lifter for Otterbein on Jan. 25 in Granville. Gray ranks fifth among all hurdlers this season in NCAA Division III. BASEBALL Johnny Crawford (Wapakoneta 2013) is entering his first year as a Basketball Western Buckeye League Defiance Elida Bath Celina Ottawa-Glandorf Van Wert St. Marys Shawnee Wapakoneta Kenton WBL 6-1 6-1 6-1 6-1 4-3 2-5 2-5 2-5 1-6 0-7 Overall 15-3 15-3 14-3 12-6 12-6 8-10 8-10 5-13 4-14 2-12 Source: WBLsports.com Tuesday, Feb. 4 Crestview 62, Celina 60 Columbian 60, Kenton 57 Wapakoneta 81, Ada 62 Friday, Feb. 7 Bath 78, Kenton 47 Celina 76, Shawnee 74 (OT) Defiance 49, Van Wert 41 Elida 89, Ottawa-Glandorf 69 St. Marys 48, Wapakoneta 41 Saturday, Feb. 8 Bath 77, Columbus Grove 51 Coldwater 57, Celina 56 (OT) Lima Senior 68, Defiance 57 Elida 70, Lima Central Catholic 69 Ottawa-Glandorf 81, Leipsic 60 St. Marys 48, Minster 44 St. Henry 52, Van Wert 37 Wapakoneta 82, Sidney 57 Monday, Feb. 10 Wapakoneta 71, Kenton 49 Tuesday, Feb. 11 Elida at Bellefontaine Friday, Feb. 14 Celina at Kenton Bath at Elida Ottawa-Glandorf at St. Marys Defiance at Shawnee Van Wert at Wapakoneta GIRLS STANDINGS Western Buckeye League Bath Ottawa-Glandorf Van Wert Wapakoneta Elida Shawnee Kenton Celina St. Marys Defiance WBL 8-0 7-1 6-2 6-2 4-4 4-4 2-6 2-6 1-7 0-8 Overall 16-2 17-2 17-4 11-9 9-10 8-11 7-11 3-17 3-16 4-15 Source: WBLsports.com Tuesday, Feb. 4 Crestview 44, Celina 34 Elida 53, Parkway 41 Kenton 44, Bluffton 41 Coldwater 43, Wapakoneta 36 Van Wert 50, Lima Central Catholic 43 Thursday, Feb. 6 Shawnee 60, Celina 46 Bath 105, Kenton 42 Ottawa-Glandorf 58, Elida 36 Wapakoneta 51, St. Marys 32 Van Wert 65, Defiance 47 Saturday, Feb. 8 Perrysburg 48, Bath 38 Defiance 50, Fairview 49 Elida 55, Fort Jennings 40 Ottawa-Glandorf 47, Napoleon 32 Upper Scioto Valley 53, Kenton 43 Allen East 61, Shawnee 57 (2OT) Lima Senior 76, St. Marys 45 Liberty-Benton 55, Wapakoneta 53 Tuesday, Feb. 11 Fort Loramie at Bath Celina at Fort Recovery Paulding at Defiance Spencerville at Kenton Ottawa-Glandorf at Archbold Minster at Wapakoneta Thursday, Feb. 13 Elida at Bath Kenton at Celina Shawnee at Defiance St. Marys at Ottawa-Glandorf Wapakoneta at Van Wert END OF REGULAR SEASON Wapak From Page 1B pitcher and outfielder for Bowling Green State University, which will open at Belmont on Feb. 14 in Nashville, Tenn. Clint Spencer (Lima Shawnee 2011) is returning as a catcher for Mount Vernon Nazarene University after posting a .330 batting average complemented by 13 RBIs, three runs and two doubles in 2013. The Wapakoneta native is a junior for MVNU, which will open at home against Ohio Mid-Western College. A.J. Etzkorn (Wapakoneta 2013) is entering his first year as a pitcher for Ohio Northern, who will open at home against Neumann on March 2 in Ada. MEN’S BASKETBALL Nike Wake (Waynesfield-Goshen 2011) has participated in one game as a 5’9” guard for Cincinnati Christian (16-9, 9-3 Kentucky Intercollegiate Athletic Conference), which will resume competition at Berea College (12-11, 5-7 KIAC) on Feb. 11 in Berea, Ky. Josh Schwartz (Botkins 2013) is tallying 0.4 rpg and 0.2 ppg through five appearances as a 6’4” forward for Mount St. Joseph (12-8, 9-5 Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference), which will compete against Bluffton (8-13, 4-10 HCAC) in its next competition on Feb. 12 in Bluffton. MEN’S GOLF Matt Smith (Waynesfield-Goshen 2010) will resume competition at the Saginaw Valley State Spring Invitational for Northwestern Ohio from March 2223 in Florence, Ky. From Sept. 28-29, the senior completed the fall portion of the season by posting an eighth-place finish with a score of 154 (77See COLLEGE, Page 3B BOYS BASKETBALL Monday, Feb. 10 Varsity WAPAKONETA 71 Jarrett Koch 2-0-6, Jake Bruns 1-0-3, Ethan Good 0-1-1, Kodi Morgan 2-28, Adam Henderson 5-5-17, Keaton Metz 8-3-20, Sam Hinegardner 2-0-4, Cameron Lauck 0-1-1, Jon Eaton 1-0-2, Zach Schmerge 2-1-5, Corey Crawford 2-1-5, Corey Crawford 1-0-2, Alec Temple 0-2-2. Totals 24-15-71. KENTON 49 Grant Sherman 4-2-10, Travis Downing 1-0-2, Trevor Downing 0-1-1, Matt Bahr 5-2-16, Justin Sawmiller 1-2-4, Colyn Blackford 2-5-9, Austin Phillips 2-2-7. Totals 15-14-49. W K Staff photo/Jake Dowling Wapakoneta Redskins sophomore Ethan Good (12) looks over the Kenton Wildcats’ defense Monday in a Western Buckeye League varsity boys basketball game at Kenton High School. clip. “I told my players to stay focused because I have seen Kenton come back from as much as 15 points down just to win the game,” Selvey said Monday. “You can’t let these guys back into the game because they are physically strong, allowing them to score down low whenever they want. Our players didn’t let that happen tonight.” Matt Bahr was Kenton’s leading scorer with 16 points, and Grant Sherman chimed in with 10 points. The Redskins have encountered a difficult season, landing their first WBL win Monday with three games left in the regular season, but Selvey has seen much improvement throughout an adversity-filled yet inspiring season. “Our kids are getting better and better each day shooting out on the perimeter and that’s credit to these kids,” Selvey said. “They put in the time and the effort and they have not given up even though they had lost 10 games in a row. It’s pretty easy to give up on something when that happens.” Monday’s league win was sweet and an otherwise sour season, and Selvey wants to reward his players for their continued competition. Cold winter creates big run on ice fishing gear The parade out of Crane Creek or Catawba often starts at first light. All-terrain vehicles and snowmobiles pulling trailers, anglers dragging sleds loaded with fishing tackle and pop-up ice shanties — all traversing what appears to be an uncharacteristically thick pavement of frozen water. Ice fishing on Lake Erie, which has withered and remained mothballed for many anglers in recent years, is alive and thriving as the Siberian-esque winter continues to bare its fangs. On most days, loosely clustered shanty villages are visible close to shore, then another a couple of miles out, and a third vestige maybe four miles into the haze. “I’m 26, and I’ve lived in Ohio for 24 of those years, and in that time span there have been maybe three or four times when we’ve had ice like this,” said Jon Pollauf, who helps manage the fishing tackle department at Bass Pro Shops in Rossford. “On some weekends, you’ll see 300 or more shanties out there, and over a thousand people fishing on the ice.” Mother Nature’s relentless ice production, which has prompted an ice fishing resurgence for some and a boom for others this winter, has resulted in a shortage of some of the essentials the sport requires. There has been a run on everything associated with ice fishing — augers, blades, fish finders, heaters, shanties, skimmers, sleds, rod holders, and the wide array of ice-fishing specific tackle. “It’s unreal, the business we’ve been doing on those items,” Pollauf said. “Over the last few years we’ve had little to no ice, and little to no ice-related sales, but this winter has been crazy.” Botkins From Page 1B ergy out of us.” Mack described how Botkins’ turnovers helped guide the Bearcats to victory. “We had 24 turnovers, and they seemed like they were just at crucial times, especially in the fourth period,” Mack said. “We’d get the ball and be able to break the press and then someone would travel or not make a great pass.” The Trojans won the opening tip and scored a quick bucket. Soon they saw a 6-2 lead off of quick points on inbound passes. “I saw that they had that kind of pressure and I knew we could get it at least once,” Mack said. Spencerville’s Katie Merriman hit a 3-pointer in the first period to help the Bearcats bring their 16 16 22 17 7 13 10 19 71 49 “This win is nice,” said Selvey. “I think I’m going to let these guys relax and enjoy it for a little while.” Monday night’s win was a showcase of a team that has endured a disappointing and unlucky year but one that still has the fight and charisma to play hard on the court. And that dedication only makes Selvey more excited for what is to come. “These guys continue to improve on both sides of the ball since Day 1,” Selvey said. “I keep saying this to people but I can’t wait until the summer because we are going to keep getting better as a team and I think we’re going to be dangerous next year.” Monday’s game was Wapak’s third in four days, and fourth in seven days. The Redskins will play three straight home games to conclude the regular season, as they will play back-to-back games later this week, starting Friday night at home in a WBL game against the Van Wert Cougars (8-10, 2-5), with the junior varsity squad taking the court at 6 p.m. High School Basketball BOYS RANKINGS The Top 10 teams in the sixth of seven Associated Press Ohio high school basketball polls for the 2013-2014 season with first-place votes in parentheses and won-loss record and total points at right: DIVISION I 1. St. Edward (15) 2. Cin. Moeller (5) 3. Zanesville (4) 4. Massillon Jackson 5. Trotwood-Madison 6. Perrysburg 7. Cols. Northland 8. Berea-Midpark 9. Uniontown Lake 10. Tol. Bowsher Others receiving 12 or 11. Shaker Hts. 17. 16-1 17-1 18-0 15-2 17-2 17-1 16-3 16-2 16-2 16-2 more 228 208 199 132 121 112 82 69 36 26 points: DIVISION II deficit within one, 8-7, at the end of the first period. Senior Michaela Kramer had four points, and Kayla Heuker and Emily Brown each added a bucket in the first period. The second period saw the Trojans increase the lead with consistent play by the entire team. Heuker and Casey Woodall each had four points, while Kramer and Brooke Bornhorst added three. Andrea Goettemoeller also added a bucket. However a Schylar Miller 3-pointer toward the end of the period brought the Bearcats within four as Botkins led at the half, 24-20. The third period started with a different pace, one set by Miller to bring Spencerville some momentum. GIRLS BASKETBALL Monday, Feb. 10 Varsity SPENCERVILLE 46 Schylar Miller 6-1-15, Karri Purdy 1-0-2, Emilee Meyer 5-0-11, Katie Merriman 1-0-3, Caitlyn Propst 2-2-6, Jacey Grigsby 1-7-9. Totals 16-10-46. BOTKINS 41 Kayla Heuker 3-2-8, Emily Brown 3-0-6, Michaela Kramer 7-1-15, Casey Woodall 2-0-4, Brooke Bornhorst 1-1-3, Andrea Goettemoeller 2-1-5. Totals 18-5-41. S B 7 13 11 15 8 16 12 5 46 41 “Schylar Miller hit some big shots for them,” Mack said. “We lost her a couple times and she made us pay for it.” Miller had six points in the third, including another 3-pointer which helped keep the Bearcats in the game. For Botkins, Brown and Kramer kept pace by contributing four points each, giving the Trojans a 36-31 lead. However, the fourth period was a much different story, one that saw Spencerville take the advantage and record the win. “We didn’t execute,” Mack noted. “When they made a run we didn’t take our time to run a play to get a great shot. When we did get a good shot, we couldn’t knock it down.” Kramer led the Trojans with 15 points, while Heuker contributed eight points and Brown added another six. For Spencerville, Miller led the team in scoring with 15 points as well. Emilee Meyer also added 11 to the Bearcats’ cause, while Grigsby finished with nine. Caitlyn Propst also contributed another six points. The Trojans will be in action at home on Thursday in their regular season finale against the Ridgemont Golden Gophers for a non-league game before they enter the Ohio High School Athletic Assocation tournament. Botkins will participate in a Division IV Southwest District sectional tournament at Sidney High School, where they will play the winner of Fort Loramie and Mississinawa Valley. Fort Loramie, the defending Division IV state champion, swept Botkins in two Shelby County Athletic League games during the regular season. 1. Cols. Watterson (15) 16-1 224 2. Mansfield Ontario (6) 19-0 196 3. Day. Dunbar (3) 16-3 187 4. Norwalk 17-1 155 5. Circleville Logan Elm 17-1 122 6. Day. Thurgood Marshall 14-4 86 7. Franklin 16-3 80 8. Millbury Lake 17-1 37 9. Central Catholic 13-4 43 10. Defiance 15-3 40 Others receiving 12 or more points: 11. Athens, 22, 12. St. Vincent-St. Mary 19. DIVISION III 1. Belmont Union Local (18) 19-0 229 2. Beachwood (1) 16-2 188 3. St. Bernard Roger Bacon (2) 15-3 150 4. Villa Angela-St. Joseph (3) 12-6 132 5. Chillicothe Zane Trace 16-2 125 6. Lucasville Valley 18-2 112 7. Gilmour 15-2 100 8. Lima Cent. Cath. 14-3 97 9. Cols. Ready 13-5 46 10. Warrensville Heights 10-7 21 Others receiving 12 or more points: 11. Creston Norwayne 19, 12. Portsmouth 17, 13. Archbold 16. DIVISION IV 1. Convoy Crestview (21) 18-0 2. New Madison Tri-Village 18-1 3. Berlin Hiland (1) 17-2 4. Canal Winchester Harvest Prep (1) 20-1 5. Tol. Ottawa Hills 14-1 6. Troy Christian 17-2 7. Tipp City Bethel 14-3 8. New Washington Buckeye Cent. 16-2 9. Haviland Wayne Trace 14-2 10. Peebles 16-2 Others receiving 12 or more 11. Maria Stein Local 16. 225 196 166 145 134 95 79 78 31 23 points: sports www.wapakdailynews.com • Wapakoneta Daily News • Tuesday, February 11, 2014 3B College From Page 2B 77) at the Kenyon College Fall Invitational in Mount Vernon. Dalton Buffenbarger (Waynesfield-Goshen 2011) is a junior member of the University of Northwestern Ohio Racers. MEN’S INDOOR TRACK AND FIELD Nick Green (Wapakoneta 2011) collected a personal record following a runner-up finish in the shot put (50-10.25”) at the Mount Union Jim Wuske Invitational for Ohio Dominican University on Feb. 8 in Alliance. Elijah O’Leary (Waynesfield-Goshen 2013) garnered fifth place in the heptathlon (3,430 points) at the NCAA Division II Indoor Track and Field Challenge at SPIRE from Feb. 7-8 in Geneva. Daniel Miller (St. Marys Memorial 2012) placed fifth in the high jump (5-6.5”) at the Fighting Scots Invitational for Wittenberg University on Feb. 1 in Wooster. The sophomore is a Wapakoneta native. SOFTBALL Kati Sawmiller (Wapakoneta 2013) enters her first year as a catcher for the University of Northwestern Ohio, which will open at Montreat College on Feb. 15 in Montreat, N.C. Erica Bryan (Wapakoneta 2010) is returning for her senior season as an infielder for Ohio Wesleyan University after posting a .221 batting average to complement team highs in stolen bases (11) and runs scored (15) in 2013. On March 10, the Batting Bishops will open against St. Joseph’s (Maine) in Fort Myers, Fla. Jill Schneider (Botkins 2013) is entering her first year as an infielder for Defiance College, which will open at Centre on March 7 in Danville, Ky. WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Logan Pitts (Botkins 2013) contributed a season-high 11 points and five rebounds for Edison Community College (13-5, 0-3 OCCAC) in a 95-54 victory at Lourdes College junior varsity on Nov. 30 in Toledo. In her most recent competition, the 5’9” forward nabbed one rebound and one assist in a 78-76 triumph at Cincinnati State & Community College (15-9, 6-2 OCCAC) on Feb. 6 in Cincinnati. For the season, the freshman is totaling 2.1 ppg and 0.8 rpg. WOMEN’S INDOOR TRACK AND FIELD Ivy Horn (Waynesfield-Goshen 2012) placed as runner-up in the pentathlon (3,517 points) at the Gladstein Invitational for The Ohio State University from Jan. 24-25 in Bloomington, Ind. On Jan. 10, the sophomore whose hometown is Wapakoneta added a fifth-place finish in the long jump (17-4.75) and a seventh-place effort in the 60-meter hurdles (9.05) at the Buckeye Classic in Columbus. Morgan Horn (WaynesfieldGoshen 2012) captured first in the pole vault (11-1.75) at the Findlay Open for Tiffin University on Jan. 31 in Findlay. Michelle Mosler (Wapakoneta 2012) collected runner-up honors in the 4x400-meter relay (4:13.1) at the Joe Banks Invitational for Ohio Northern University on Feb. 8 in Ada. In the competition, the sophomore added a 12th-place finish in the 400-meter dash (1:04.39) and a 17th-place effort in the 200 (28.96). Kati O’Neill (Wapakoneta 2013) ended 17th overall in the 800-meter run (3:03.27) and 21st in the 1-mile run (6:30) at the Taylor University Invitational for Bluffton University on Feb. 1 in Upland, Ind. Jessica Plaugher (Wapakoneta 2013) finished 18th in the 800 (2:59.43) at the Ohio Athletic Conference North Split for Ohio Northern University on Jan. 17 in Ada. WRESTLING Nate Valentine (Wapakoneta 2013) has tallied a 6-12 record at 149 pounds for No. 25 Kent State University (10-9, 4-3 MidAmerican Conference). John Martin (Wapakoneta 2013) has totaled a 5-19 record at 125 pounds for Cleveland State University (1-10). BUSINESS Spotlight WHEELING ISLAND CASINO TRIP WHEELING ISLAND Wednesday-Thursday March 19 & 20 HOTEL • CASINO • RACETRACK Departures from Lima, Wapakoneta, Sidney & Piqua Make the best Choice . . . Travel with us! TravelWithChoice.com $ $50 Casino Play *$25 Per Day 1 Night Stay • Free Breakfast 135 Based on Double Occupancy YWCA Child Care Resource & Referral Can Help! 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FOWLER’S TV Lima Sewing Center VOTED BEST PLACE TO BUY ELECTRONICS 10 YEARS IN A ROW Sale Running through Presidents Day Sony Sound Bar & Subwoofer Rent to Own 1/2 the cost of others • St. Marys by Readers of The Evening Leader and the Wapakoneta Daily News Becky Fowler 2100 Harding Hwy., Lima 419-228-8200 Hours: M-F: 10-5:30 • Sat: 10-2 Next to Harbor Freight Mark Fowler Now Only $299! ars in 56 Yesiness Bu Regularly $399 MODEL #HT-CT26OH WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL WELL 1 Block N. of Hospital,1301 E. Spring St. • 419-394-5316 Dec. Hours: M & F 9:30-8; T, W, TH 9:30-5:30, Sat. 9:30-3 county life 4B www.wapakdailynews.com • Wapakoneta Daily News • Tuesday, February 11, 2014 ‘Disease’ debate continues over obesity I ’m not sure what to make of the fact that so many people are now calling obesity a “disease.” What’s the point? Isn’t it a copout? When the American Medical Association officially recognized obesity as a disease last June, the move was controversial. But the idea behind classifying obesity as a disease rather than a “disorder” or “condition” has some merit: Health officials hoped it would encourage doctors to take more ownership in helping patients with weight-loss efforts and encourage more discussion about weight. Still, in adopting the measure, the AMA essentially declared one-third of Americans as “sick” simply because of their weight, even if they don’t have any health problems. For that and other reasons, some health authorities continue to dis- pute the label. Recently, new research has entered the fray. The study, published online in January in Psychological Science, involved more than 700 people. Researchers found that participants who read an article labeling obesity as a disease tended to have a higher body image and reduced stigma about obesity. On the other hand, they also seemed less concerned about weight and saw eating healthfully as less important. Experts are split on whether people have total control over their weight. Some point to evidence that hormones and other factors play a significant role in a per- son’s appetite and weight -- circumstances that go beyond eating too many calories and not getting enough physical activity. In addition, people wrestling with obesity often struggle with self-esteem issues, which present another roadblock in the battle of the bulge. Previous research has shown that having a healthy body image is extremely important to overall wellbeing and is associated with other health factors, including increased physical activity and reduced stress. The bottom line? Maybe it’s not important whether obesity is a disease or not. If you’re battling a weight problem, it could be more advantageous to focus on overcoming any discomfort with the issue and having an upfront, honest discussion about your weight with your doctor or other health professional. Supporting the YMCA Treasurer of the Wapakoneta Sertoma Club Jim West presents Wapakoneta Family YMCA CEO Josh Little with a check of $1,500 toward the YMCA Annual Support Campaign. The Sertoma club’s Chili day is Feb. 20, and proceeds from that event go towards helping those in the community. Restaurant donates furniture, helps neighbors in need Bob Evans Farms, Inc. announced its donation of more than $500,000 of furniture to the Furniture Bank of Central Ohio, an organization that provides free furniture to central Ohio families and individuals struggling with poverty and other severe life challenges. When Bob Evans Farms moved to its new corporate campus in New Albany, Ohio, in October 2013, thousands of furniture pieces had to be removed to ready the South High street property for its new owners, New Mill Capital LLC. Bob Evans Farms partnered with the Furniture Bank of Central Ohio to repurpose more than $500,000 of furniture from the South High Street corporate campus, which will allow central Ohio families and individuals battling poverty to obtain needed home furnishings for free. Many larger furniture pieces will be cut down and recycled by the Furniture Bank’s carpentry team to make kitchen tables, night stands, coffee tables and other essential items. “We were very impressed by the work that the Furniture Bank of Central Ohio does within our community and felt it was a perfect use for the our corporate campus Bob Evans Farms, Inc. donated furnishings from its previous corporate campus to the Furniture Bank of Central Ohio. furniture,” says Joe Eulberg, executive vice president of human resources, Bob Evans Farms. “It is our company’s mission to make a difference within all the communities we serve. We are proud that our corporate campus furniture will have a new life for our neighbors in need within Central Ohio.” The company also donated numerous items to the Center for Healthy Families, which provides services that address the holistic needs of pregnant and parenting teens within Franklin County. In addition, Bob Evans Farms held a special sale on January 11 for employees and their families to purchase furniture, art, storage units, and other items. Nearly $7,000 from the employee sale benefitted the Bob Evans Farms employee assistance fund, which offers assistance to employees in need. Bob Evans Farms, Inc. owns and operates fullservice restaurants under the Bob Evans Restaurants brand name. At the end of the second fiscal quarter (October 25, 2013), Bob Evans Restaurants owned and operated 561 family restaurants in 19 states, primarily in the Midwest, mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions of the United States. Bob Evans Farms, Inc., through its BEF Foods, Inc. segment, is also a leading producer and distributor of refrigerated side dishes, pork sausage and a variety of refrigerated and frozen convenience food items under the Bob Evans and Owens brand names. For more information about Bob Evans Farms, Inc., visit bobevans.com. Community Calendar • The Roots and Shoots Garden Club will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 11. Program: Allison Brady. • Story times will be held every Tuesday morning at 10:30 a.m. at the Auglaize County Public Library. All ages welcome. Although obesity was declared a disease by the American Medical Institution, many experts believe it can be regulated by other factors, including physical activity and healthy eating. But don’t stop there. Self-esteem, stress reduction, physical activity and healthy eating all contribute greatly to overall health and well-being, and they’re all things you can make small but sustainable progress in. It’s important to also talk about these things with your doctor, as well as any medical or counseling options that may be helpful. Chow Line is a service of Ohio State University’s College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences and its outreach and research arms, Ohio State University Extension and the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center. Send questions to Chow Line, c/o Martha Filipic, 2021 Coffey Road, Columbus, OH, 43210-1044, or filipic.3@osu. edu Optimists invite youth to speak up for a chance to win local cash, district scholarship The Wapakoneta Noon and Breakfast Optimist Clubs invite you to participate in the local Oratorical Contest for a chance to win cash. 2014 Topic: “How My Passions Impact the World” Optimist International is an association of more than 2,600 Optimist Clubs around the world dedicated to “Bringing Out the Best in Kids.” Adult volunteers join Optimist Clubs to conduct positive service projects in their communities aimed at providing a helping hand to youth. With their upbeat attitude, Optimist Club members help empower young people to be the best that they can be. Each Optimist Club determines the needs of the young people in its community and conducts programs to meet those needs. Every year, Optimists conduct 65,000 service projects and serve well over six million young people. Wapakoneta has two clubs serving our youth; the Noon and Breakfast Clubs. What is an Oratorical Contest: First conducted in 1928, The Oratorical Contest is a multiple level competition providing an opportunity for young people to speak to the world on an assigned topic. The speech is presented orally before a local panel of judges with the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners receiving a medallion, participation medallion and a cash award of $150, $100 and $50.00 respectively. The winner moves on to compete in the Zone competition and an opportunity to advance to the Regional level. The Regional winner will compete in the Ohio District level on May 10, 2014 and compete for a $3,500 scholarship! Who is eligible: Students under the age of 19 who have not yet graduated from high school or the equivalent and who are educated in Auglaize County. The contest will be held at 2 p.m. On Sunday, Feb. 23 at the Wapakoneta Family YMCA How to Enter: Interested students must fill out the attached application form and have it signed by the parent(s) or guardian. Applications should be sent to: Noon Optimist Club of Wapakoneta, PO Box 1605, Wapakoneta, OH 45895. All applications must be received no later than Feb. 14. Applicants will be advised of the specific local contest rules upon receipt of application. Events OSU fundraiser for Pelotonia Students at Ohio State Lima kick off fundraising and recruitment efforts for Pelotonia this week. Pelotonia, the grassroots organization that raises money to support life-saving cancer research and with One Goal: End Cancer is a three-day experience that includes a weekend of cy- cling, entertainment and volunteerism. In 2013, its fifth year, Pelotonia attracted 6,723 riders and raised over $61 million for cancer research at the James Cancer Center in Columbus. Ohio State Lima supports both a student and faculty/staff Pelotonia team. • Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the First English Lutheran Church 107 W. Mechanic St., Wapakoneta. • The Civil War Book Discussion Group will meet at the Auglaize County Public Library on Wednesday, Feb. 12 from noon to 1 p.m. to discuss the book The Black Flowers by Howard Bahr. • American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13 Large Group Room at the Wapakoneta High School. • Come to the Auglaize County Library with a box on at 6:30 p.m. On Thursday, Feb. 13 to create a Valentine’s Day box. • Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 7:30 p.m. every Thursday at the First English Lutheran Church 107 W. Mechanic St., Wapakoneta. • A monthly lupus support group will meet in Lima from 1-2 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13 at the Lima Towers. • Narcotics Anonymous meets every Friday at 8 p.m. at the First English Lutheran Church 107 W. Mechanic St., Wapakoneta. • Celebrate Recovery will meet on Friday from 6 – 8 p.m., at Harvest Baptist Church on Redskin Trail. Everyone, over 18, is welcome. • On Friday, Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. the Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District will offer, Valentine’s Night Hike at Heritage Park. • The Waynesfield Lions Pancake Day will be held from 7:30 a.m. noon on Saturday, Feb. 15 at the Lion’s building. • Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 9 a.m. every Saturday at the First English Lutheran Church 107 W. Mechanic St., Wapakoneta. • A powwow will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15 and Sunday, Feb. 16 at the United Auto Workers Hall, 1440 Bellefontaine Ave, Lima. • “My Sweet Valentine” will be performed at the historic Holland Theatre for one night only, Saturday, Feb. 15, at 7:30 p.m. • Allen County Chapter of Ohio Genealogy Society will meet at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 16 at the Allen County Museum, 620 W. Market St., Lima. • Overeaters Anonymous meets every Monday at 7 p.m. at the First English Lutheran Church 107 W. Mechanic St., Wapakoneta. To submit an event for the community calendar e-mail reporter1@wapakwdn.com or mail a typed copy to Community Calendar, Wapakoneta Daily News, P.O. Box 389, Wapakoneta, Ohio 45895. medical www.wapakdailynews.com • Wapakoneta Daily News • Tuesday, February 11, 2014 5B Flowers, sweets don’t make a relationship strong COLUMBUS — Heart-shaped boxes of candy are ubiquitous this time of year, and with Valentine’s Day falling on a Friday, it’s likely restaurants will be mobbed more than usual. But chocolates and a nice dinner out don’t necessarily make a relationship strong, said Carmen Irving, the Healthy Relationships Program specialist with Ohio State University Extension’s Family and Consumer Sciences program. “There is a difference between what people fantasize is the perfect romantic relationship versus the actual qualities that go into making a long-lasting, committed relationship,” Irving said. Research dating back to the early 1990s from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and Duke Medical Center indicates that young adults have different notions of what would make an ideal relationship, she said. Some dream of a relationship with a strong intimate dimension — an intertwining of their emotional lives. Some long for a relationship full of romanticized activities, such as walking on the beach, sitting in front of the fireplace, or dressing up and going out. Others take a more traditional view, hoping for a relationship that will lead to cohabitation or marriage, possibly children, and living happily ever after. Still others get wrapped up in the view that all a relationship really needs is love — as Irving puts it, “As long as we have each other, we can do anything.” But other research commonly discussed in textbooks on interpersonal relations points to elements in a relationship that predict whether it will be a strong one, she said. They include: • Shared activities. “This has emerged in the research as being a fundamental piece to keeping relationships going,” Irving said. “It’s more than going about your dayto-day routine together. It’s really connecting and taking an interest in new activities and exploring things together as a couple. • Social support. Committed couples offer social support to each other, “like no other support you receive, through good times and bad,” she said. • Forgiveness. “This is an important part of the process,” Irving said. “Over the course of time, there are going to be things that happen, and you have to figure out how to negotiate these things so you’re not carrying them through the relationship.” It’s important to note, though, that this doesn’t mean couples have to tolerate everything, particularly abusive or other behaviors in an unhealthy relationship. • Communication. “Healthy communication between partners leads to a lasting commitment,” Irving said. “That’s almost a given.” Yet it doesn’t trump the other factors, Irving said. There are things cou- ples can do to invest in their relationship, Irving said. “We know that relationship investment leads to increased commitment in a romantic relationship,” she said. “These can be really simple things to do.” Examples include: • Spending free time together. “It’s making a choice to be with your partner versus engaging in other activities or hanging out with other friends.” • Buying gifts, dinner or other forms of entertainment. “By no means does this equate into buying into commercial ideas, but if you think of those gifts as an investment in your relationship, it does increase commitment.” • Sharing intimate feelings. “This is a big one,” Irving said. “If you’re making that investment in sharing yourself, your ideas, your beliefs and sometimes even your problems, that does increase commitment in couples.” • Find some activities in common. “Develop interest in activities that you can do together and that will boost your commitment to each other.” • Doing favors for one another. “We need to take time and think about our partner. Sometimes it’s as simple as picking up a gallon of milk, and sometimes it’s the really big things, like changing your career plans or relocating to continue your investment into the relationship.” Irving said it’s important to remember that building a strong relationship is a two-way street. One way to think about healthy, romantic relationships is based on a common research-based model, the “Triangular Theory of Love” by psychologist Robert Sternberg, Irving said. The model focuses on three key elements, she said. "One side of the triangle would be intimacy, which is the trust and caring, sharing and vulnerability that occurs in a committed relationship. Another side of that tri- angle is passion, which is that physical desire and physical intimacy that occurs. And the bottom part of the triangle is commitment, thinking about this relationship lasting through good times and bad. “In making a romantic relationship last over time, it’s really that blend of all three sides of the triangle that makes a longlasting and healthy relationship,” Irving said. For Valentine’s Day, couples should keep these things in mind, she said. “The cliché candlelight dinner may not be what we’re looking for," Irving said. "You might want to take Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to go out walking and talking together. I don’t think we have to buy into media stereotypes. We know that spending time together is what makes a difference. And we know that this is a process, it’s not a one-time shot on Valentine’s Day that fosters long-lasting relationships.” FITNESS REVIEW Pros and cons to air duct cleaning Many homeowners consider having the ductwork in their homes cleaned. Mailers often tout the benefits of this service and warn of the potential hazards that could be lurking inside uncleaned vents and ducts. But whether or not air ducts need to be cleaned remains open for debate. A quick review of air duct cleaning can help homeowners make a more informed decision. What is duct cleaning? Before looking into the advantages and disadvantages to duct cleaning, it is advantageous to examine the process involved when cleaning air ducts. There are two ways to have the ducts cleaned in a home:rotary vacuum brushing or high pressure air washing. Vacuum brushing utilizes a spinning brush to scrub dust and debris off the air vents and a vacuum to capture whatever is dislodged. allergies may find that routine cleaning helps ameliorate the problems of sneezing and watery eyes. Duct cleaning can remove allergens and dust. High pressure air washing uses pressurized air blown through the air ducts. A truck-mounted industrial vacuum is attached to the furnace, and all of the air register vents in the home are covered. Once all the air ducts have been blown clear, another air wand is fed into the end of the hot and cold air supply lines. Dust and debris is then drawn backward into the vacuum. The Environmental Protection Agency says air duct cleaning is handy if there is a noticeable accumulation of dust and debris in ducts or if particles are actually released into the home from supply registers. If ducts are infested with rodents or insects, cleaning will make indoor air much safer. Pros One of the more obvious advantages of air duct cleaning is improved health and hygiene in the home. Those prone to Mold is another factor to consider when determining if ducts need to be cleaned. Mold spores floating in the air can lead to illness. Professional cleaning may be the only way to remove mold and mildew from the system. Homeowners who have fireplaces may find the air becomes dirtier faster. That's because of the residue put into the air from burning wood and other fuel. This residue not only builds up inside of the chimney in the form of creosote, but also can form a sticky, sooty layer inside of ductwork. Cleaning the ducts can remove this soot. Cons The EPA advises that no research has definitively shown that duct cleaning prevents health problems. Neither do studies conclusively demonstrate that particle (e.g., dust) levels in homes increase because of dirty air ducts. This is because much of the dirt in air ducts adheres to duct surfaces and does not necessarily enter the living space. What's more, dirty air that enters the home from outdoors or indoor activities, such as smoking or cleaning, can actually cause greater exposure to contaminants than dirty air ducts. There also is no evidence that cleaning ducts and components of the heating/cooling system will make the furnace or air conditioner work any more efficiently. Air duct cleaning is an expensive undertaking. On average the cost of such a service can range from $400 to $1,000, depending on the extent of the cleaning and the size of the home. Cleaning the ducts also can be dirty and time-consuming. Cleaning may spread contaminants that were lodged inside of the vents throughout the air more readily. Some cleaning services will advise the use of chemical biocides to treat the interior of vents. These are designed to kill microbiological contaminants. The EPAwarns chemical biocides have yet to be fully researched, and homeowners should be fully informed before deciding to permit the use of biocides or chemical treatments in air ducts. Homeowners should never attempt to clean air ducts themselves. 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A month after she returned, I was on our computer and noticed that she hadn’t logged out of her email. My curiosity got the best of me, and I saw that she had traded emails with an old boyfriend. I then discovered that the two of them had met while she was at the conference. One of her last emails to him said, “I still have feelings for you.” On the advice of a marriage counselor, I was direct with her about it. She claimed nothing happened and that they only met for dinner and said she would never contact him again. She also was angry that I had invaded her privacy. Last year, my wife and I hit a rough patch. I got suspicious of her behavior and checked her cellphone. I saw that she had exchanged multiple texts with this same guy. Again, she claims nothing happened, the texts were innocent and I had no right to snoop. My wife knows the password to my email, and I never lock my cellphone. All of my communication is an open book. Meanwhile, she now locks her phone and has multiple email accounts. I understand the need for a little privacy, but I don’t believe you should be hiding things in a committed relationship. My wife is angry that I don’t trust her, and I’m having trouble dealing with this. Any advice? BEETLE BAILEY BLONDIE CRANKSHAFT -- Broken Up DEAR BROKEN: We don’t trust your wife, either. She promised not to contact this man again and then did so and hid it from you. She locks her phone and has multiple email accounts to which you apparently do not have the passwords. Worse, to deflect blame, she accuses you of snooping. There may not have been a sexual affair, but it definitely sounds like an emotional attachment. Please go back to your counselor and ask your wife to come with you. The two of you need a refresher course on how to make your marriage work and regain trust. DEAR ANNIE: I own a small casual restaurant in a small town. People order at the counter and then take their food to a table to eat. In the past couple of years, I’ve noticed more people bringing in food from other establishments and eating at our place. I don’t understand why people think it’s OK to take advantage of an eating establishment like this. Don’t they realize that the owner is paying for the incidental items they use, such as napkins? Don’t they see that they are taking up space that could be used by people who are actually helping to pay the bills incurred by the restaurant? Am I looking at the situation in the wrong way? -No Free Lunch DEAR NO: We suspect most people have no clue that Bridge this is an inconvenience to you. There are some establishments that allow people to sit for extended lengths of time without ordering, but we know of none that encourage you to bring your own food. Most restaurants require a minimum order to justify the use of the space. We suggest you implement this policy with a sign at each table and at the cash register. You may have to approach flouters with a bill, but word will get around. DEAR ANNIE: This is for “Tired,” who does all the cooking for the holiday meals and then gets stuck with the cleanup, too. I have a good friend in the same situation. She is on good terms with all of her family members, but they never helped or knew what to do. So she wrote up duties, put them on little pieces of paper and placed the pieces into a nice dish. When each guest arrived, they picked out a paper and read their duty for that meal. They loved it, and she was not so worn out. -- DLT Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. 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(c) 2014 King Features Syndicate, Inc. classifieds www.wapakdailynews.com • Wapakoneta Daily News • Tuesday, February 11, 2014 7B More changes made to health law Factory blast in WASHINGTON (AP) — It may take weeks to render a verdict on the Obama administration's latest health care concession to employers. But that could make a difference for Democrats battling to keep control of the Senate in the fall congressional elections. All-important details are buried in more than 200 pages of dense Treasury regulations released Monday. The biggest change is that mediumsized firms got another delay in a heavily criticized requirement that they cover their workers or face fines. The administration said companies with 50 to 99 employees will have an additional year to comply, until January 1, 2016. For businesses with 100 or more employees, the so-called employer mandate will still take effect in 2015. But other newly announced provisions, dealing with technical issues such as the calculation of working hours, may help some of those firms. The mandate was originally supposed to take effect this year. More than 90 percent of companies with 50 or more employees already cover their workers without the government telling them to do so, but the debate has revolved around the potential impact on new and growing firms. Most small businesses have fewer than 50 workers and are exempt from the mandate. However, employer groups were also uneasy with a requirement that defines a full-time worker as someone averaging 30 hours a week. Republicans trying to take control of the Senate in the November elections have once again made President Barack Obama's health care law their top issue, casting it as job killer. They want to use the employer mandate to build that case, with anecdotes of bosses reluctant to hire a 50th worker, or slashing the hours of low- wage workers who need to pay household bills. Monday's moves by the administration seemed calibrated to reduce that risk. The reaction of business groups was mixed. "These final regulations secured the gold medal for greatest assistance to retailers, and other businesses, and our employees," said Neil Trautwein, a vice president of the National Retail Federation. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce was unimpressed, calling it more of a respite than a fundamental change. "This short-term fix also creates new problems for companies by moving the goalposts of the mandate modestly when what we really need is a time-out," president Thomas Donohue said in a statement. The administration still hasn't issued rules for reporting requirements on business and insurers, the nitty-gritty of how the coverage requirement will be enforced. Administration officials and the law's supporters said the concessions were the sorts of reasonable accommodations that regulators make all the time when implementing major new legislation. The Treasury Department said Secretary Jack Lew was well within his legal authority in making the changes. "This common-sense approach will protect employers already providing quality insurance, while helping to ensure that larger employers are prepared to meet their responsibility to their hardworking employees," said House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif. But Republicans said they smelled fear. "It is clear Democrats don't think they can survive politically if Obamacare is allowed to fully go into effect," said Rep. Dave Camp, R-Mich., who as chairman of the Ways and Means Committee oversees the tax penalties enforcing the mandate. FAA probes media use of drone aircraft HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — As police responded to a deadly car crash, they noticed an increasingly familiar sight: a remote-controlled aircraft, equipped with a video camera, hovering over the wreckage. The Federal Aviation Administration has opened an investigation of the drone, which was used by an on-call employee for a Connecticut television station. The FAA is developing new rules as the technology makes drones far more versatile, but for now op- erators can run afoul of regulations by using them for commercial purposes, including journalism. The case of the Hartford crash, in which the victim's body was left hanging out of a mangled car, highlights some of the safety, privacy and ethical issues that journalists will wrestle with as interest grows in using drones for newsgathering. "Here was a dead body still on the scene. We had covered it the best we could," said Lt. Brian Foley, a Hartford police spokesman, who said drones have been appearing more frequently at crime scenes. "You don't want the family to see that." Hartford officers questioned the man operating the drone on Feb. 1 but did not ask him to take it down, Foley said. The man identified himself as an employee of WFSBTV but said he was not working for them that day. The station's general manager, Klarn DePalma, said it constantly evaluates new technology and is eager to see regulations spelled out for drones, but he said the temporary employee in question was not on assignment for them and has never been paid for drone video. "We don't even own a drone," he said. The FAA said Monday that it has issued 12 warning letters to drone operators, which can include orders to stop operations. It said in a statement that its investigations are intended to determine whether operators violated FAA safety regulations. CLASSIFIEDS The The s New aily ta D 8 one 8-212 pak Wa 19-73 4 Wapakoneta PUBLIC NOTICES ADOPTION - A loving alternative to unplanned pregnancy. You choose the family for your child. 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A plant machine operator, Paul Clark, said he was outside in the parking lot on Monday afternoon when he heard the blast. "I was in my car backing out when I felt a rumble and heard a bang," he said. "I looked up, and snow on the building's roof was flying into the wind." The blast blew out windows on the three-story building's ground floor, Peterborough Fire Department spokesman Eric Bowman said. There was heavy explosion damage, and the first arriving firefighters saw a column of smoke, he said. The cause of the explosion was under investigation, but all indications were that it was an industrial-related incident, Bowman said. First responders will try to determine the extent of the damage to the facility, company spokeswoman Kathy Gerrity said. It was unknown when the facility will be back in operation because it would need to be inspected and deemed safe first, she said. The plant, in the southwest New Hampshire town that was the inspiration for Thornton Wilder's play "Our Town," manufactures high-tech parts for the aerospace industry and employs 700 people. Gerrity said she wasn't sure how many people were inside when the explosion happened Monday afternoon but there are usually about 450 working around that time. Clark, who operates a machine used in a rolling procedure, said his girlfriend, Andrea Painchaud, was at work in the shipping department when the explosion knocked shelves off the walls and part of the roof came down around her. He said she was uninjured. "Smoke came pouring out," said Clark, who lives in nearby Pepperell, Mass. "I could hear somebody screaming." Bill Brock, owner of the Manhattan East Hair Design shop about a quarter-mile from the plant, said he heard and felt something but didn't know what it was. Then about 30 ambulances and fire trucks went by. Gov. 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