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SWEA skips base pay hike for 2nd year By LISA AURAND ThisWeek Community Newspapers South-Western City Schools and the South-Western Education Association have agreed on a three-year contract that includes no base pay increase for the current school year. The agreement, approved by a 4-1 vote of the school board at a special meeting March 21, calls for a 0.5-percent pay hike starting July 1, and a 1percent increase starting July 1, 2012.

Step pay increases, which are based largely on longevity and education, will remain in place, superintendent Bill Wise said. The teachers union agreed in 2009 to go without a base pay increase for a year as part of a contract extension that expired June 30, 2010. The teachers kept working under the provisions of that extension during recent contract talks. About 80 percent of SWEA members voted in favor of the new contract, according to union president

Rolla Beach. Another significant change to the contract is the reduction of teacher health care and benefits paid by the district. SWEA employees will pay 7.5 percent of their health care and dental benefits beginning October 2011 and 10 percent beginning October 2012. Wise said the change to benefits reflects a nationwide trend. He anticipates future district contracts with employee bargaining units to have similar provisions.

“Nationally, employees continue to share more of (those costs) on a yearto-year basis and we would see that trend continuing,” he said. “Our ultimate goal is that we don’t see an increase in premiums, but as those costs rise, there will be a continuing expectation that employees share in those responsibilities.” In addition, the new contract ties supplemental contract salaries to the prior school year, effectively slowing the dis-

A closer look A significant change to the contract is the reduction of teacher health care and benefits paid by the district. SWEA employees will pay 7.5 percent of their health care and dental benefits beginning October 2011 and 10 percent beginning October 2012.

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City council OKs changes to audit panel By LISA AURAND ThisWeek Community Newspapers

Grove City finances will face more scrutiny if the revisions to the city’s audit committee have their intended effect. City council on March 21 voted 3-2 to approve changes intended to strengthen the audit committee’s oversight of city finances. The amendment requires the audit committee to include at least one certified professional accountant and two others with some financial background. The amendment also adds a standard of expected ethics. It requires the committee to prepare reports to council based on annual state audits and to respond to management letters from the state auditor. In addition, the audit committee will forward the minutes of its proceedings to the clerk of council, who will be an ex-officio committee member. Council president Ted Berry and council member Steve Bennett introduced the resolution at the March 7 meeting. Voting was delayed after mayor Richard “Ike” Stage asked that the resolution include the statement, “The annual audit performed by the auditor of state is to reasonably assure the financial statements are free of material misstatement with limited consideration of internal controls.” At the March 21 meeting, council member Maria

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Gardens at Gantz education specialist Gloria Hartung shows off the garden’s labyrinth, which was finished in November along with the garden’s new herbal grove. The labyrinth is based on one at Chartres Cathedral in France.

Labyrinth, grove added at Gantz By LISA AURAND ThisWeek Community Newspapers Those who visit the Gardens at Gantz this year might find it a more peaceful, calming experience. It’s not that the gardens weren’t peaceful before, said Gloria Hartung, Gardens at Gantz education specialist. But Hartung hopes that the recent installation of a labyrinth will both draw visitors to the park and allow for self-reflection. “First of all, a labyrinth is not a maze,” Hartung said, describing a labyrinth’s circular, serpentine path. For one thing, a labyrinth is flat, and has no false paths. The one and only path will lead a person to the labyrinth’s center. Religious

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and spiritual tradition says those who walk the labyrinth will derive personal blessings. “It’s kind of a spiritual tool,” Hartung said. “There are labyrinths all over the earth. They go back 5,000, 7,000 years.” South America’s Nazca lines are now

thought to be a type of labyrinth, according to Hartung. Churches in the middle ages used labyrinths as a standin for holy pilgrimages. “Some people walk a labyrinth and say prayers. A lot of them are connected to churches.”

Like most area labyrinths, the Gantz labyrinth is based on one at Chartres Cathedral in France, built in about 1200. Hartung, who started working at Gantz as a volunteer in the late 1980s and was hired full-time in 1995, said she’s wanted a labyrinth in the gardens for a long time. “I’ve always wanted one,” she said. “We thought that it would be a benefit for the people in the community. This is pretty much a passive park. … People come and walk their dogs here and bring their kids. We have a path that goes around the creek. People come here and read. It’s a very peaceful kind of place.” See LABRYINTH, page A2

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City receives federal funding for tree replacement By LISA AURAND ThisWeek Community Newspapers

A $22,500 grant will help keep Grove City green, in spite of the emerald ash borer. The city on March 18 learned it is one of 29 Ohio communities to receive federal funding for tree replacement through the Ash Removal and Canopy Restoration Grant program from the U.S. Forest Service, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. In Franklin County, only Columbus, at $37,500, received more money.

The grant requires a 50-percent match from the city, which urban forester Jodee Lowe secured from council in December. “I’m just excited we got approved,” Lowe said March 22. The emerald ash borer, which has killed millions of ash trees since its discovery in northwest Ohio in 2003, was found in Grove City trees for the first time in November 2010. Lowe at the time said she believed trees in the Farmbrook and Ziner Farms neighborhoods had been infested for two to three

A closer look This year’s 10 percent of ash trees have already been removed and are being replaced with a variety of other trees, including oaks, gingkos, tulip trees, upright maples and elms. Trees are not being replaced at a one-to-one ratio because city guidelines for tree spacing have changed over the years.

years. Once trees are infected with the insect, nothing can be done to save them. They have to be removed before they fall.

Grove City Urban Forestry implemented a plan in 2007 to remove 10 percent of city-owned ash trees each year. This year’s 10 percent already have been removed and are being

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replaced with a variety of other trees, including oaks, gingkos, tulip trees, upright maples and elms. Trees are not being replaced at a one-to-one ratio because city guidelines for tree spacing have changed over the years. “We’ve reached our 10 percent for 2011, which is what our emerald ash borer plan calls for,” Lowe said. “We’re going to work on other projects, but we’re going to monitor the other ash trees we have on the street lawn and if we notice a lot of die-back, then we’ll kick back into action and start re-

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SWEA skips base pay hike for 2nd year Continued from page A1 trict’s increase in supplemental contract payments, Wise said. The final major change in the new contract allows the district to reduce its number of kindergarten aides by 50 percent in the 2011-2012 school year and another 50 percent in the 20122013 school year. Wise said the provision is designed to give the administration greater flexibility in how it distributes its staffing. Wise said the contract is a step toward keeping the promises the district made before the 2009 levy was passed. “Our focus now is on continuing to look at ways to use the resources available to us in the most effective way and try to extend the commitments we’ve already made to the community,” Wise said. Jo Ellen Myers was the lone vote against the contract. Myers said the community didn’t have enough time to give input on the contract, which was posted online on the district’s website Monday before the 5 p.m. special meeting. “The public was at work. They didn’t have an opportunity to see this contract, and they’re the ones paying for this contract,” Myers said. “I think this is one more ‘I gotcha.’” Myers also pointed out that the district could

be giving up savings by approving the contract if Senate Bill 5 passes. As proposed, the bill would drastically reduce collective bargaining for public employees. Board member Karen Dover countered that negotiations with SWEA for this contract have been discussed in public board meetings since 2009 and said Senate Bill 5 is a gamble. “I do not believe there will not be litigation regarding Senate Bill 5 and that there will not be a referendum initiative. Senate Bill 5 could not be in place for another year or two, if at all, is the reality of it. I have to make a decision based on what we know now,” Dover said. “I’m not willing to gamble taxpayer money.” Beach attended Monday’s meeting but would not comment on the new contract beyond statements in a press release. “The members of the South-Western Education Association are making a great sacrifice in accepting this agreement,” Beach said in the release. “I think there is a general sense of relief that we will have at least some internal stability in the context of the turmoil and uncertainty caused by Senate Bill 5 and the governor’s budget proposal.” The district is still negotiating with the Ohio Association of Public School Employees, which represents classified workers.

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The plan for the labyrinth really took off, however, after Grove City urban forester Jodee Lowe joined the push for an herbal grove. “We had trees in the herb garden itself, but we took them out of the raised beds because as the trees were getting bigger, the roots were tearing up the walls,” she said. “We decided that we still wanted herbal trees … so we decided to start an herbal grove.” Lowe and volunteers did research to determine what herbal trees and shrubs to include in the grove. Landscape architect Jim Dziatkowics of engineering firm EMH&T stepped in and designed

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the new area of the garden, which includes the grove as a ring surrounding the labyrinth. The project cost Grove City about $213,000. The volunteers pledged an initial donation of $15,000 and are making periodic payments to the city to help offset the cost, parks and recreation director Kim Conrad said. Though the labyrinth itself was completed just before Thanksgiving 2010, the grove is still in

the process of being planted and the signs for both the grove and the labyrinth are yet to be installed. “It’s nice now, but it’s going to be even better when people know what the plants are,” Lowe said. A grand opening for the new section of the Gardens at Gantz is scheduled for June 5, which will also celebrate the garden’s 20th anniversary.

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Council OKs changes to audit committee Continued from page A1 Klemack-McGraw joined Bennett and Berry in approving the legislation without Stage’s addition. Gregory Grinch and Melissa Albright voted against the change. “The state audits are meaningless to me at this point in time, because ... they say, ‘We’re going to audit, but we’re not guaran-

teeing anything,” Albright said, questioning whether the city might be better off hiring an outside company for annual audits. “I think we’re still premature in passing this at this point in time,” she said. Grinch agreed, saying special audits requested by the city to investigate the recent tax issues haven’t been completed. Stage said he had no problem

recommending approval of the resolution as presented Monday, even without the addition about the state auditor. Council members also split their vote 3-2 in favor of a resolution authorizing the cleanup of the former lumberyard site. Grinch and Albright voted against the resolution. “It’s one thing to clean up the gravel and debris, but to turn it

into a temporary park or a green setting (is another),” Grinch said. The city has prepared a request for proposals in hopes of attracting private developers to the town center. Grinch said spending money to turn the lumberyard behind City Hall into a temporary park

might be a waste if a developer chooses to build there. “I don’t want to waste taxpayers’ money. Let’s wait and see what comes in, and then proceed,” he said. Bennett said the parcel is in violation of city code. “There’s not another proper-

ty in Grove City that would be allowed to do what we did back there,” he said. “‘Do as I say and not as I do’ is not appropriate for a governmental agency.” City administrator Phil Honsey said the engineer’s estimate for what’s suggested in the resolution is $120,000.

Correction A March 17 story in the Grove City Record about South-Western City Schools should have said the district projects a $9million state revenue loss for fiscal 2012. The district will have $210-million in total rev-

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Lumberyard park called most attractive idea To the editor: As a lifelong resident of Grove City, I have seen the Grove City town center go through many changes. My first recollection of it was getting doughnuts at the bakery. Then it closed. I remember going to the lumberyard with my grandfather; then it closed. I remember going to the hardware store and the pharmacy; then they closed. I remember going to Massenelli’s grocery store, then it too closed. City council decided to kill the town center when it advocated for the Parkway Center development on Stringtown Road. The lure of Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Home Depot and all of the satellite stores associated with the giant, big box retailers killed the town center. The new road work and bridge on state Route 665 at I-71 are yet another nail in the town center’s coffin. Does anyone actually believe that all of the vacant lots on 665 around Kroger and Meijer are going to remain vacant after access to them is so greatly improved? This leads me to the study conducted by the Lincoln Street Studios. This study says the town center lacks identity. I agree. But how can an area have an identity when the city constantly lures big business to other areas? It cannot be a viable retail area when competing against big-box chain stores. It cannot be a dining destination when competing against nice, chain restaurants. It is time to realize the town center is a niche area. It is filled with stores of local interest. With the exception of the bars and bowling alley the town center closes at dark. The quilting store often has quilters there very late, which makes me smile and thank the owners that there is a destination for the artists of this lost craft. The idea of taking the town center back to 1987, before Walmart, Target and Meijer, and making it a destination location for the masses is unrealistic. A $15.9-million swap of

buildings will not change this. The library and its 1,100 visitors a day is 341 feet east of City Hall; 341 feet is hardly a deal-breaker if there is something worth walking to. The library is a very small city block away from the bright lights of Broadway. How often do you park closer to some place you really want to go to and are closer than 341 feet? Of all the ideas I have heard, a park on the lumberyard site is the most attractive. A well-executed, green space will draw people downtown. Space for people to do things is needed in this area. The city already holds concerts in a tiny, little area at Park Street and

Broadway during the summer. What kind of things could be done on three acres of grass? The Franklin Park Conservatory and the Park of Roses are successful urban park areas. Why not one in Grove City? And $15.9-million dollars to swap City Hall for the library building? I thought this was a joke. If the city is worried about losing income from this three acres, then maybe it is time for the largest land owner in the town center, the city of Grove City, to get out of the land ownership business.

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AS IT WERE Continued from page A5 in the years after the war. It was in those years that Columbus became a “streetcar city” as well. That one lonely streetcar moving up and down High Street pulled by two overworked horses soon was succeeded by a number of streetcar companies. Each served a different part of town and each wound its way through its own particular part of the city, eventually ending up somewhere near the center of things that came to be called “downtown.” It is interesting to note that until well after the Civil War, no one really talked about a downtown Columbus. The place was such a small town that no one part of it was more central than another. The streetcars changed all that. They permitted people to live one, two and even three miles from the center of the city in new, mostly residential “streetcar suburbs.” These suburbs were few in num-

ber at first because riding on a slow-moving streetcar that was hot in the summer and cold in the winter was not all that pleasant. But all of that changed in the early 1890s when the streetcars became electrified. Now the big new streetcars — heated in the winter and moving fast enough to be cool in the summer — took the new middle class of Columbus to new homes in new neighborhoods several miles from the center of the city. All the streetcar suburbs were soon superseded by whole new groups of suburban communities based around the automobile. To this day, it is not all that hard to see the difference between the streetcar suburbs and the automobile suburbs that followed them. Look at the houses along Neil Avenue just north of Goodale. This is a classic streetcar suburb. The large houses of elaborate design and décor are spaced quite close to one another along the broad and

spacious avenue. This was a street that once carried not just one but two streetcar tracks in its center. In its heyday, the fashionable middle class who lived in these houses left their nice homes in the morning and boarded a nearby streetcar to travel to work or play in the central city. By the 1920s, thanks to Henry Ford, the automobile, once a toy of the rich, had become the belonging of much of the rest of America. A whole new class of automobile suburbs was built four, five and six miles from the downtown. We can find them easily today in Clintonville, on the Hilltop and on the East and South sides of the city. The houses are still quite close together. But now one can find driveways as well, leading to small garages behind the houses. It is almost as if people felt the obligation to hide the cars that had brought them to subur-

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much like one another and featured prominent garages facing the street. And most of these new developments had no sidewalks. If one was going to walk, one went someplace else to do it. In less than two generations, we had changed from a people who walked everywhere to a people who hardly walked anywhere. By the 1990s, it was becoming apparent that we had become a nation of people who needed a bit more exercise. Fortunately for us, the people who manage our parks, both locally and regionally, have anticipated this need and provided us with a wonderful set of places to walk, run and even ride our bikes. All we have to do now is learn to use them.

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March 24, 2011

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Talita’s legend is alive and well in Grove City “The food hasn’t changed a bit,” yelled a lady from the middle of a long dining room to its front counter. “Nope, that’s the only way I know how to make it,” replied a grinning Frank Prince, the longtime proprietor and head cook at the Grove City Talita’s. What can you say about Talita’s? Love it or hate it — and most people I know have a soft spot for it — you cannot deny it’s evocative of a Columbus that barely exists any more. Because when the first Talita’s opened in town back in the ’60s, it truly was a pioneering Mexican-ish restaurant. So when the last Talita’s in Columbus closed a few years ago, it really did signal the end of an era. Now if you want a taste of Talita’s “authentic Brownsville-style Tex-Mex cuisine” you have to get yourself to Grove City. But you’ll be getting more than just Talita’s “famous” food. Operational for about 14 years, the Grove City Talita’s is a unique-looking place. Cluttered wall-to-wall with

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by G.A. Benton Mexi-kitsch plus shrines to the Buckeyes and, especially, the military, it looks more like a VFW hall than a restaurant. So there are military Ken and Barbie dolls, fields of flags, a “Sands of Iwo Jima” movie poster and a long rack of every U.S. military uniform you could possibly think of. And believe me, I’m only scratching the surface here. Foodwise, a friend once succinctly summed up Talita’s general approach to assembling menu items as “the threepot theory.” In one pot is seasoned ground beef; in another, refried beans; the third holds a paprika-powered enchilada sauce. Now just add cheese and/or onions and/or some sort of tortilla and bingo! there’s most of the menu. Of course you’ve gotta start off with

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Two chicken enchiladas with beans and rice and a corn nacho with jalapeños at Talita’s.

that beloved Talita’s classic, the Corn Nacho ($1). It’s just a crispy fried tortilla with a blanket of melted cheddar cheese plus pickled jalapenos, but it’s surprisingly, and probably nostalgically, satisfying.

Ditto for Talita’s Tex-Mex Chili with Cheese ($2.85) — a rib-sticking hybrid of refried beans and zingy chili. I also enjoyed the simplicity of the Avocado Dip with Chips ($5.45). Not quite guacamole, it’s barely smashed avocado with salt, onion and lime. My favorite entrees were actually ones that veered away from ground beef — like the Two Chicken Enchiladas with Beans and Rice ($8.45). I thought the pulled, stewy poultry worked nicely with Talita’s enchilada sauce. As for the sides — the refried beans were super heavy and the oregano

and tomato-flavored rice was kinda gummy. I’d also recommend the Shredded Beef Taster Dinner ($9). It uses good, juicy and homey pot roast in the usual Talita’s ways. There’s also an “Italian menu” you must ask for if you want it. From that document, I’d go with the Baked Pasta Dinner ($10) — thin spaghetti, meatballs (good, tender), sausage (fennel-seeded) and red sauce (rich, long- cooked) topped with melted provolone. As I left with most of that giant combo in tow, Frank Prince — who doesn’t know me — said goodbye like I was a cherished old friend. I suppose that’s the only way he knows how to do it. To read G.A. Benton’s blog, visit ColumbusDiningGuide.com

Matt the Miller’s latest addition to Grandview Avenue Undaunted by an uncertain Bareconomy, Craig Barnum has chonum’s sen the crowded Grandview Avrestauenue market as the location for his rant is new restaurant. part of a Matt the Miller’s, a casual n e w brand he wants to expand region- mixed-use development that really, opens March 28 in a new places a building badly damaged building along the popular com- by a fire in 2009. mercial corridor. He said the menu is identical to

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the original Matt the Miller’s, which opened in October 2008 in Dublin. The floor plan is slightly smaller — 500 square feet smaller than the 5,000-square-foot Dublin space — and there are a few different design elements, such as retractable windows in the bar area and a semi-open kitchen. But he didn’t hold back on furnishings, he said, from the artisan light fixtures and booths, plush carpeting, stone accents and custom-made beer towers. The goal is to create a laid-back environment that appeals to a wide range of diners. Entrees are generally priced between $15 and $28, with certified Angus steaks accounting for the more expensive dishes. There will be numerous styles of flatbreads, which are among the more popular choices in Dublin. The place will offer 26 beers, mostly micro-brews, on tap, and about 75 wines from around the globe. Brian McCafferty, the chef in Dublin, will move to the new location, 1400 Grandview Ave. Grandview Avenue is home to several high-profile restaurants, including Z Cucina, Spagio and

Shoku, not to mention Third & Hollywood, which is right around the corner. Plus, there are a number of casual spots — such as Mazah, Aladdin’s Eatery, Grandview Café, Figlio and Vino Vino — in a relatively short stretch of roadway. So in short, there’s no shortage of places to eat. Barnum said restaurants build off of each other, creating a solid reputation for the destination district. “I like the fact there have been so many successful restaurants here,” he said. “We just want to blend in.” Local retail analyst Chris Boring agrees. “I think overall it’s a good thing,” he said. “I think when it comes to restaurants, people choose a general location first and then they choose a restaurant within that location, so it’s going to help Grandview Avenue make the first cut.” Of course, parking issues have been a gripe of consumers for years. Barnum doesn’t see that as a problem, either. “I think people going to Grandview expect to park and walk,” he said. “Parking is what it is.”

Still, Matt the Miller’s will offer more Matt the Miller’s locally and complimentary valet parking dur- then look to nearby markets, such ing dinner service Tuesday through as Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Saturday. Cleveland. Every time the economy looks The restaurant is open for lunch to be making progress, it seems and dinner daily. For more inforto retract, fostering hesitation mation, call 614-754-1026. among restaurateurs. Barnum said he’s not worried: Strong operators endure bear markets. He points to his ■ Don’t forget to sign up for the free Food Dublin store, which & Wine e-newsletter, which offers restaureplaced the defunct rant news, reviews, dietary advice, and Burgundy Room. The original Matt the beer and wine recommendations. Visit Miller’s has confus- www.thisweeknews.com/foodandwine ing access, poor vis- for details. ibility and little frontal Recipe of the week signage. Yet there was a double-digit increase in sales over the previous year. “It’s made us work harder,” he said of the economy. “It’s made us market our brand harder. It’s made us look at producing a better value for our customers.” Barnum said he Kobacha squash soup, courtesy of David plans to open one MacLennan of Latitude 41.

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Book Loft bucking industry trends in German Village By GARY SEMAN JR. ThisWeek Community Newspapers

No coffee. No lounge seating. No free Wi-Fi. That’s no problem for the Book Loft of German Village. The independent book store has weathered every economic maelstrom and refused to relent to most industry trends in its 34 years in business. Co-owner Roger Tompkins even brushes off a current challenger: the Kindle, the flat-screen electronic device that allows readers to download books, and similar devices. “I think we have a different breed of book buyers,” he said. “People seem to know what we are.” And another trend could be in its favor. Book giant Borders announced in February it would

seek bankruptcy protection and close at least 200 stores. Two of those are in Columbus: one on Kenny Road and another on Sawmill Road. Even though they are on the northwest side of the city, their departure from the market could help the Book Loft, a purveyor of new releases, Tompkins said. Where some stores have added elaborate cafés and seating areas to woo customers and provided them with wireless Internet to keep them, the Book Loft hasn’t yielded to such impulses. The owners have found a real niche market with closeouts, or “remainders” — books that haven’t been selling well and are being liquidated by the publisher at greatly discounted prices. Sales steadily have climbed since the doors were opened, Tompkins said. There is one thing

that has affected business: the weather. “This is the worst winter we’ve had in 34 years,” he said. “I haven’t seen anything like it.” Loitering isn’t necessarily discouraged at the Book Loft, 631 S. Third St. The owners really want people to take their time and browse the stock. But because of space issues, there’s no room for couches, fireplaces or tables. If customers want some java, Book Loft employees direct them next door to Cup O’ Joe or down the street to Starbucks. “That’s really nice because I don’t have to deal with it,” Tompkins said.

Tompkins and Carl Jacobsma opened the store in 1977. Back then, it was a tiny book depot: two floors with a loft on top, hence the name. They ran the Village Owl on City Park Avenue while opening the Book Loft, which is in a structure built in the 1800s. They later sold their other enterprise, which is no longer in existence. Over time, as the German Village community’s reputation improved, the neighborhood got more visitors. So did the Book By Chris Parker/ThisWeek Loft. In 1987, they brought on a third partner, Russell Iler, the book Displays piled high with books, like this one in front of the store’s entrance, attract customers from all over the region and

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Coming up meet from 6:30-8:30 p.m. To add, remove or update a list- communityclub.net. Kiwanis Club of Grove City, Wednesdays through May 25, at ing, e-mail editorial@thisweek6:30 p.m. the first and third Tues- Highland Baptist Church, 3460 news.com. days of each month at the Amaz- Hoover Road. Free. Call the ing Grace Church, 2255 Quail church at 875-0687. Events Creek Blvd. Call 539-3610. MS Grove City Support Spaghetti Dinner, sponsored Women’s Civic Club of Group, 7 p.m. the last Monday by the UM Women, 4:30-6:30 Grove City, 7 p.m. the first Thurs- of every month at St. John’s p.m. Saturday, April 2, at Crossday of the month at the Jackson Lutheran Church, 3220 Columroads UMC, 1100 S. Hague Ave. Township Administration Build- bus St. Handicapped accessible. Cost is $6 for adults and $3 for ing, 3756 Hoover Road. Call Call Debbie or Chuck Shearer at children ages 10 and younger. All Dorothy at 878-4981 for more (614) 871-4800. are welcome. information. Dine and Share Grief SupCar Seat Safety Check, sponThe Southwest Area Com- port Group, 6:30 p.m. the fourth sored by Grove City Moms and mission, 7 p.m. the third Wednes- Monday of the month at Grove Safe Kids Central Ohio, 10 a.m.day of each month at New Hori- City United Methodist Church, noon Saturday, April 9, at Trinizons United Methodist Church, 2684 Columbus St. A potluck dinty United Methodist Church, 4850 1665 Harrisburg Pike. Visit ner begins at 6:30 p.m., with a Haughn Road. Free. www.columbusswac.org for more sharing group to follow at 7:15 Hoop-a-Thon, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. information about the commis- p.m. Participants may join in one Saturday, April 9, at St. John’s sion. The commission welcomes or both activities. Contact Erma Church, 3220 Columbus St. Prothe involvement of area residents. Clark at (614) 875-5612 or pasceeds will benefit the HuntingThe commission boundaries are toralcare@gcumc.org. ton’s Disease Society of Amerithe Scioto River to the east, I-270 Al-Anon, for friends and famca. Pledge sheet and team entry to the south, the railroad tracks ilies of alcoholics, 7:30 p.m. Tuesforms are available at www.hdwest of Harrisburg Pike on the days at St. John Lutheran Church, sacentralohio.org. A bounce house west and Mound Street to Mt. 3220 Columbus St. will be available for children. Calvary to Greenlawn Avenue on Grove City Parkinson’s supEaster Fun Night, 5:30-7 p.m. the north. Call (614) 562-4728 port group, 1:30 p.m. the fourth Thursday, April 14 at St. John’s Tri B Wings Chapter of the Wednesday of the month at the Church, 3220 Columbus St. Light Gold Wing Road Riders Associ- E. L. Evans Senior Center, 4330 dinner, Easter crafts for children ation, 9 a.m. the first Saturday of Dudley Ave. Snacks served. Call and an egg hunt. $2 per person. the month at the Obetz Commu- Jack Patterson at (614) 878-0259. Rain or shine. Call (614) 875nity Center, 1611 Chillicothe St. T.O.P.S. (Take off Pounds 2314. For more information, call (614) Sensibly), 5 p.m. Thursdays, at 833-4204 or e-mail the E.L. Evans Center, 4330 DudMeetings and Clubs johntle@aol.com. ley Ave. Call Pat 875-4943. Rotary Club of Grove City, West Columbus Civitan Overeaters Anonymous, 6 7:30 a.m. every Thursday in the Club, 6:30 p.m. first and third p.m. Tuesdays, at St. John’s Grand Ballroom at the Pinnacle Tuesdays of the month at Home Lutheran Church, 3220 ColumGolf Club, 1500 Pinnacle Club Town Buffet in Consumer Square bus St. Call Sioux at (614) 801Drive. Socializing begins at 7 a.m. on West Broad Street. Call (800) 0519 or visit the Web site Visit www.grovecityrotary.org. 248-4826. www.OA.org. Grove City Moms, a club for A support group for people stay-at-home moms and their chilSupport groups struggling with panic meets on dren, the first Wednesday of the DivorceCare, a recovery and an as-needed basis. To express month at 9:30 a.m. at Trinity Unitsupport group for people experi- interest in participating, call 878ed Methodist Church, 4850 encing divorce or separation, will 2697. Haughn Road. Contact Amy at Amyelise74@aol.com or 8755859. Grove City Noon Lions, noon the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at China Bell RestauCarpentry, Plumbing, rant, 1947 Stringtown Road. Electric, Installations, Grove City Lions Club, 6:45 and much, much more! p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, 2213 White Road. All are welcome. Contact Dave Dildine at dave@dave-dildine.com or (614) Fully insured. Cell 309-6911 No job too small! 565-0995. Grove City Community Club, 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month at 3397 Civic Drive. For club or building rental information, call Janet Hysell at 875-3819. More information is available at www.grovecity-

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In brief Young gorilla dies at zoo Less than two months after the death of 46-yearold western lowland gorilla Lulu, 1-year-old gorilla Misha died at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium on March 17. The young gorilla, who was relocated to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium to participate in the surrogacy program, began exhibiting flu-like symptoms on March 3, a news release from the zoo reported. Misha received treatment, but her condition worsened and she was put in intensive care at the zoo’s Animal Health Center for a week. On March 16, during exploratory surgery, a perforated bowel was discovered and repaired. Despite the surgery, Misha died several hours later. The results of an autopsy will not be ready for several weeks, but an intestinal infection is the likely culprit of the death, the release said. “Misha was a fighter supported by a team of animal care experts, health professionals, and zoo supporters who were all pulling for her to conquer all of the challenges life threw at her,” said Dale Schmidt, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium president and CEO, in the release. “She won the hearts of everyone who heard her story and our hearts are broken by her loss.”

Misha was relocated to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium after she lost part of her leg during an incident with her gorilla family as a two-monthold. The zoo has a surrogacy program and Misha entered the program when she came to Columbus last May. Misha was again injured in August when her leg got stuck in a climbing structure and her surrogate mother Pongi tried to remove her from the structure. Misha healed and was returned to her gorilla family in October. There are now 15 gorillas at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.

SWACO extends nomination deadline SWACO will accept nominations for the sixth annual central Ohio Emeralds through midnight Friday, March 25. The deadline has been extended from the original date of March 18. Each year, SWACO honors the best and most innovative local ideas in waste recycling through the Emerald awards program. Nominees may be local businesses, institutions, communities, individuals or students. The award categories are Leadership; Small Business/Non-profit/Institution of the Year; Large

Business/Non-profit/Institution of the Year; Good Neighbor; Environmental Education; Young and Green (high school students); and Community of the Year. Nomination forms are currently available online at http://www.swaco.org/EmeraldNominationForm.aspx. To obtain a written form, or for more information, call SWACO at (614) 871-5100. Emeralds will be presented Tuesday, May 17, at the Ohio Union on the Ohio State University campus.

Habitat accepting homeowner applications Habitat for Humanity-Greater Columbus will hold several homeowner application meetings at the Habitat offices, 3140 Westerville Road, during April. They will be held as follows: • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 2 • 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 5 • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday April 9 • 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 12 An additional meeting will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 16, at the Godman Guild, 303 E. Sixth Ave. Monthly mortgage payments for Habitat homes are based on a percentage of total family income

rather than a set rental fee, enabling many families realize cost savings by becoming a Habitat homeowner. For a list of documents to bring to the meeting, or for additional information, call family services director Lisa Jones at (614) 364-7014 or visit www.habitatcolumbus.org.

VOA seeks donations for new thrift store Volunteers of America will be opening a new thrift store in the Northwest Corner shopping plaza at Henderson and Reed roads. The store is in need of donations to stock the shelves for a grand opening in early May. All VOA thrift stores depend on the community to donate gently used clothing and household goods. Sale proceeds benefit VOA’s programs and services, including homeless shelters and job training programs. Donations are tax-deductible. Residents can drop donations off at the rear of the store from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and receive a receipt for their donated items. The nearly 20,000 square-foot location will be the sixth store operated by VOA in Columbus and the 10th in Ohio. Approximately 30 new employees will be hired to staff the store.

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LifeLine Mobile, the lead ing manufacturer of health vehicles, has openings in our finish construction team. Candidates may send a resume by fax to 614-497-9956 or email to: BeckyKadel@ LifeLineMobile.com EOE Countertop Fabricators and Installers Seeking fabricators/ installers for permanent, year-round openings. Exp. w/stone a plus. Tile setters, cabinet makers and ma sons welcome! Heavy, hard work! Must have flexi ble schedule and will run background. $10$12/hr+OT and bonus. Avg. 30-32k/yr. Email act1tec@aol.com or stop in at 1225 Georgesville Rd. (614) 841-2500 Equipment Operators Nickolas Savko & Sons, Inc. est. 1946 is seeking for immediate work. ± Grader Operator ± Curb Machine Operator ± PC300/PC400 Excavator Operator ± Challenger Pull Scraper Operator ± GPS Dozer Operator Apply in person at Savko office, 4636 Shuster Rd. Columbus, Ohio 43214 off Bethel Rd. and Jasonway Rd. Fax resume to 614451-6820 or email to jbran ham@nicksavko.com Savko is an EEO, Drug Testing and Safety Con scious Enterprise.

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Sales Representative Needed at Scotts LawnService Dublin office. If you are a self motivated, hard working individual, with excellent communication skills, then this may be the opportunity for you. Base salary plus commis sions. Come Grow with us! Scotts is an EEO employer, committed to a culturally diverse, drug free work place. Apply at www.scotts.com keyword {100001536} or call (614)733-0810 Sales Representative Wholesale dist. of fasteners seeks exp. Automotive/Industrial Sales Rep. who’s highly motivat ed to expand our customer base in the Columbus area. Minimum 5 yrs. exp. in the Fleet Repair, Con struction, Auto Dealer, Body/Collision Shop sales field. Competitive commis sion rates, will provide in side support. Resume to:sales@pointeproducts.com Sales

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HELP WANTED COMPUTERS/ INFORMATION SERVICES COMPUTER McKesson Corp. seeks SW Eng Apps 4 in Columbus, OH. Des & dev new SW mdles & prdcts for healthcare environ. Mail to: McKesson, Attn: M. Dress, 8720 Orion Place, Columbus, OH 43240. Ref code: 48742

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Consultant, Application Development Consultant, Application Development, Cardinal Health, Dublin OH. Performs application development utilizing in-depth knowledge of structure, features and facilities of one programming language. Makes design recommendations with a basic understanding of the Reference Architecture and Application Transition plan. Implements SAP CRM solutions. Req. B.S. in comp sci, ind eng’g, or related and 60 mo. exp. analyzing business processes, team project participation & providing advanced level of systems support/analysis working w/ multiple subteams across processes & w/ the business to design/build/test/roll-out new processes & technolo gies, including: 36 mo. hands-on SAP CRM config; 24 mo. w/ SAP-MM module; 48 mo. building use cases, creating reqs. documentation, funct. specs & business flows; 24 mo. w/ SAP Enterprise Portal and Business Intelligence integration. Also req. demonstrated knowledge of: SAP CRM 2007 config. skills & interaction center/customer service functionality w/ at least one full life cycle implementa tion experience, ABAP coding/enhancement techniques, object oriented ABAP progr. techs & BSP framework, & telephony integration, call scripting, knowledge/content mgmt and SAP CRM 2007 analytics. Send resume to: elizabeth.norman@ cardinalhealth.com or Cardinal Health, Inc. Attn. Elizabeth Norman, 7000 Cardinal Place, Dublin, OH 43017. EOE M/F/D/V Diversity Works Here

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SYSTEMS ANALYST SUPERVISOR Network (Infrastructure) Manager Franklin County Children Services is seeking to fill a Network Manager vacancy in their Information Services Department. This position will be responsible for providing guidance and leadership to a small team of technicians who design, install and maintain servers, storage, networks, and telephone systems. Must possess good communication skills; work experience in a public agency is a plus. Associate degree in Computer Science plus 3 years experience in hardware infrastructure design, installation/configuration and working knowledge of VMWare, MS tools and environment (Office, Exchange, Share Point), HP/Dell servers, and VOIP telephony. Supervisory experience required. Successful candidate must be a team player and demonstrate culture awareness, sensitivity and a commitment to meeting organizational goals. Competitive salary and excellent fringe benefits. Please send resume and salary requirements to: fccshr@fccs.co.franklin.oh. us or mail to Franklin County Children Services, Attn: Human Resources, 855 W. Mound St., Columbus, Ohio 43223 by April 8, 2011. EEO/AA

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Child Psychiatrist Part-time The person in this position is responsible for perform ing psychiatric assess ments and delivering psy chiatric services to South east clients. This person al so is responsible for mak ing referrals for medical evaluations and follow-up with clients’ test results. Consultation with Medical Director, Associate and Clinical Directors and other Southeast staff members is also an important function of this position. We offer many great bene fits, including health, den tal, vision, 401(k), an onsite fitness room, and gen erous time off. If you are interested in learning more about opportunities availa ble at Southeast, Inc. send resume to: Southeast Inc., HR Dept., 16 W. Long St., Columbus, OH 43215 or e-mail at hr.applications @southeastinc.com. EOE

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Large Primary Care group is seeking an experienced Clerical Float. Duties will consist of traveling to our offices around the central Columbus area, check in, check out, charge entry, scheduling, collecting co-copay’s, scanning/indexing, other administrative duties that are assigned. Must have 2 or more yrs exp in a Medical Office as a receptionist, posses great customer service skills, the ability to multitask, detailed oriented. Excellent benefits including 401k, preemployment drug screen required. Qualified candidates please email resumes to hrassist@copcp.com

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HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER - PT Small medical group look ing for a PT experienced Human Resources Manag er. Responsibilities in clude managing payroll, benefits, staffing, HR poli cies and procedures for 30 employees. Applicants must have 3+ years of HR work experience. Flex hours, competitive salary & benefits. Email resume to Nicole at nmm1007trg@ yahoo.com MA - FT Administrative MA experi ence with appt schedul ing, billing & coding, main taining medical records, knowledge of EMR with NextGen. Busy multi loca tion OB/GYB practice. Fax resume & salary req. to 614-856-3366

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Quality Engineer Champion Spark Plug/Federal Mogul Federal Mogul Corporation, a global supplier of automotive parts, is seeking to hire a Quality Engineer to work at its UAW/Champion Spark Plug manufacturing operations located in Cambridge, OH. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the knowledge, skills, & experiences in the following areas: PFMEA’s and Control Plans, (8-Step) Problem Solving, TS-16949 standard, DOE’s, capability studies, Gage R & R’s and internal audits. Must be proficient in Excel and Access - Minitab or similar statistical program is a plus. Requirements: BS/BA in Engineering , manufacturing management or business administration with an emphasis on statistics and experimental design. Competitive Pay with lucrative benefits package including Medical, Dental Benefits, 401K and Company Provided Match, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Short and Long-Term Disability and Company Provided Life Insurance. Send your resumes and salary requirements to:

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Medical Technologist/ Lab Scientist in Microbiology Part-time, Second Shift, Every Other Weekend Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or Biological Science. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in a Clinical laboratory. Qualified candidates will be proficient with utilizing automated testing using the Abbott Axsym.

Client Services Rep Medical Technologist Part Time Positions, First or Third Shift Must be willing to work in a busy call center that services both inpatient and outpatient clients and physicians . This position also requires computer and client supply management skills. Requires excellent communication skills to represent Nationwide Children’s Hospital and the laboratory to patients, parents, physicians, outreach clients and other individuals within and outside the hospital. Qualified candidates may apply online through the "Careers" link on our website: www.nationwide childrens.org.

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VETERINARY TECHNICIAN Part-time MDS Nurse Arbors East, an Extendicare facility, is seeking an experienced MDS Nurse to join a staff of nurse assessment managers to work parttime (20 hours/week). We provide an outstand ing career path and related training for individuals who want to further develop clinical, leadership and business management skills. We offer excellent opportunities for growth and promotion. Previous MDS experience and a valid Ohio RN or LPN license is required. Enjoy our competitive wages and benefits package including paid medical benefits during your introductory period. Interested candidates should contact: Andi Ayres, Area Recruiter E-Mail: aayres@ extendicare.com Fax: 414-908-7204 EOE/Drug Free Work Environment PHARMACY TECHNICIAN FT POSITION AVAILABLE IN BUSY MEDICAL BUILD ING PHARMACY. MUST BE CERTIFIED. RX30 COMPUTER EXPERIENCE PREF. MUST BE PERSON ABLE & ABLE TO WORK IN FAST PACED ENVIRON MENT. EXCELLENT PAY & BENEFITS. NO WKNDS OR HOLIDAYS. QUALI FIED INDIVIDUALS ONLY SHOULD FAX RESUME TO 614-252-5079 OR EMAIL Jepetrie@ sbcglobal.net. RN, DON Homecare Agency with good pay and benefits needs experienced RN, DON. Must have leader ship skills, knowledge of Medicare / Medicaid rules and proficient with office software. Send resume to hr@serenityhhcare.com or fax to 614-781-0011.

Registered/experienced techs needed for 3rd shift 3-4 shifts/week. Responsibilities include critical care nursing, emergency work and general office duties. Send resume to: 25 Collegeview Rd Westerville, OH 43081

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Social Work Coordinator Full time Coordinator is needed to assist in the operation of a Family Resource Center (FRC) at Woodward Elementary school in Delaware, Ohio. The successful candidate will have: • a minimum of 2-4 years social service experience, including navigation of community systems, preferably within the Delaware area • prior program management experience; • initiated and maintained collaborative partnerships; • experience in diversity of cultures, including low income; • an understanding of outcome based funding; Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s degree (Masters preferred) in Social Work or Education. Bi-lingual in Spanish is desired. Interested individuals should send resumes to Human Resources, Action for Children, 78 Jefferson Ave., Columbus, OH 43215 or to jobs@ actionforchildren.org EOE Wallick is a diversified or ganization specializing in the development, construc tion and management of affordable multi-family housing. We are seeking hard working individuals for our apartment commun ities in the Columbus area: ∂ Maintenance Technicians min. 2 yrs previous exp, HVAC preferred ∂ Groundskeeper maintain physical appear ance of property Candi dates may also submit re sume to 614-322-8904 (fax) or Careers@Wallickco s.com EOE M/F/D/V

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Code requires clearing of weeds, maintenance of lawn Section 543.02 of Grove City’s Codified Ordinances requires that "any person owning or having charge of land within the City shall keep such property free and clear from all noxious weeds and rank vegetation." The code section further states that the owner or occupant of any parcel of land located within the corporate limits shall not permit grass to grow to more than six inches in height. Code enforcement officials will cite the owners of any properties found in violation of this ordinance. Failure to comply with the terms of the violation notice may result in prosecution, and contractors will be hired to clear the properties at the owners’ expense. Grove City Council LEGAL NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that Ordinance No. C-08-11, Accept Real Property from the Grove City Area Community Improvement Corporation, was approved by the Council of the City of Grove City on March 21, 2011.

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Notice is hereby given that Ordinance No. C-12-11, an ordinance to Appropriate a 0.113+ acre Fee Simple Interest and a 0.020+ acre Utilities Easement from Helen Lucile Shepherd and the Heirs of David H. Shepherd located on White Road in Jackson Township, was approved by the Council of the City of Grove City on March 21, 2011, as an emergency measure. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS Notice is hereby given that Ordinance No. C-09-11, an ordinance to Appropriate $3,000,000.00 from the Capital Improvement Fund for the Current Expense of Phase 3 of the I-71/SR665 Improvements, will come before the Council of the City of Grove City on April 04, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall - Council Chambers, 4035 Broadway.

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Notice is hereby given that Ordinance No. C-10-11, an ordinance to Appropriate $27,617.52 from the Rockford Tax Increment Equivalent Fund for the Current Expense of Making Payments in accordance with the Infrastructure Agreement with Rockford Homes, will come before the Council of the City of Grove City on April 04, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall - Council Chambers, 4035 Broadway.

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Notice is hereby given that Ordinance No. C-11-11, an ordinance to Authorize the Charitable Solicitations Board to Issue a Permit to the Knights of Columbus per Section 371.06(b)(2) of the Codified Ordinances, will come before the Council of the City of Grove City on April 04, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall - Council Chambers, 4035 Broadway. All interested persons are invited to attend and state their views thereon. Tami K. Kelly, MMC, Clerk of Council

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Boy Scouts Paul Nessler, left, Todd McDermott and Corey Meyer earned the rank of Eagle Scout. They were honored March 20 at Grove City United Methodist Church.

Three scouts earn Eagle rank Three members of Boy Scout Troop 275 have earned the rank of Eagle Scout. The awards ceremony for Todd McDermott, Corey Meyer and Paul Nessler was held on Sunday, March 20 at Grove City United Methodist Church.

Nessler did landscaping work at Jackson Middle School as his Eagle project. McDermott built a handicap-accessible deck at Vineyard Christian Fellowship Church and Meyer refurbished a baseball diamond, installed fencing and benches at Highland Park Elementary School. Scout Troop 275 meets at 7 p.m. on Tuesday at the Grove City United Methodist Church.

BOOK LOFT Continued from page B2

By Chris Parker/ThisWeek

Returns manager Bob Gilbert searches through a rack in the Book Loft on March 16.

in Columbus,” said Page, a junior at Purdue University who spent an internship in Columbus last summer. “It’s an experience coming here.” Johnson said she was curious about the space. The store’s owners said there isn’t one particular type of Book Loft customer. They come from

all walks of life with varied reading interests. “It’s an audience you can’t get in most places,” Jacobsma said. “We have a tremendous amount of out-of-towners,” Tompkins said. “We have some faithful people who come down every six weeks and spend the day here.”

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buyer at the store. Tompkins and Jacobsma slowly expanded, taking over a candy shop, art gallery, bric-a-brac store and other retailers. Now the Book Loft totals 7,500 square feet — a labyrinth of narrow walkways sided by towering bookshelves containing every conceivable book, plus an extensive collection of jigsaw puzzles, DVDs, greeting cards, posters and other merchandise. There are two things customers won’t find: used books or textbooks. The front entrance is down a long, brick-and-stone-lined corridor — decoratively landscaped during warmer months — off Third Street. In a display area near the front door, Rachel Page and Emily Johnson, both of whom live in southern Indiana, recently were browsing the stock. “It’s one of my favorite places

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Softball team’s focus on offense By JARROD ULREY ThisWeek Community Newspapers

One of the phrases Ready High School softball coach Nick Joseph uses at his team’s annual postseason banquet to help his players prepare for the offseason is in regards to getting “bigger, stronger and faster.” The athleticism he’s seen from his team during the preseason is enough to make Joseph believe his players have taken the talk to heart. “I can tell in the practices already that it’ll be a lot better than last year,” said Joseph, whose team opens Tuesday, March 29, at Grandview. “With the extra (speed) we have, I expect us not to go four games looking for a run like we did last year. We’ve already been hitting better inside than we did last year.” A more experienced lineup than a year ago, when the Silver Knights had a string of consecutive appearances in a Division III district final snapped at nine, also should help. Ready had three players sign last November to play with college programs, and that trio should lead the way. Senior Katie Ardrey signed with Division II Hillsdale College in Hillsdale, Mich., after going 14-10 with a 1.51 ERA and 203 strikeouts in 172 innings. She is back as the No. 1 pitcher and also hit .413 with three home runs, 20 RBI and seven stolen bases last year. Senior Dani Pugh has signed with Indiana-Purdue Fort Wayne and is back at shortstop after hitting .387 with two home runs and 20 RBI. Senior Haley Widner signed with James Madison and again should bat leadoff and play center field after posting team-bests in runs (21) and batting average (.419). Sophomore Alexis Mayle led Ready in home runs (5) and RBI (22) and is expected to start at third base. Senior Lindsey Kusan returns at first base. Junior Taylor Inks or freshman Haley Patel will play second base, with junior Mara Waldo at catcher. Joining Widner in the outfield should be senior Sam Curry, the coach’s granddaughter, and junior Erin Bennett. Curry finished with 19 RBI a year ago. Also on the team are senior Allison Lichwa and sophomore Emily Finchum, each of whom could spend time at catcher and third base. Curry likely will follow Widner in the batting order, with Ardrey, Pugh and Mayle rounding out the top five. “(Ardrey’s) so much stronger than she was last year,” Joseph said. “It just took a long time to bring those kids along after we lost all of those kids from the state (semifinalist) team (in 2009).” Joseph has won 395 games since taking over at Ready in 1992 and has led the program

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Grove City senior Taryn Allmon has moved from the outfield to catcher this season to help the team rebuild its infield. The Greyhounds open Tuesday, March 29, at Upper Arlington.

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Grove City ‘young but hungry’ By PAUL BATTERSON ThisWeek Community Newspapers

Most of the experienced players who carried the Grove City High School softball team to the Division I state final last season are gone, but the desire to reach the championship game again remains. “Even though we lost, just making it to the finals and being second in the state was a big deal,” said senior catcher Taryn Allmon, whose team finished 28-5 overall a year ago after losing to Massillon Perry 10-0 in the state final. “It meant a lot to our community. Even though all of the seniors are gone, I think we’re still going to be a good team.” Five of the six 2010 graduates the Greyhounds lost were starters, including pitcher Paige Myers, who went 242 last season and was named first-team all-state, all-district and all-OCC-Ohio Division. Myers is playing at Miami University. “We won a lot of close games last

year because we had a veteran team,” said 11th-year coach Ted Williams, whose team opens Tuesday, March 29, at Upper Arlington. “We’re definitely young but hungry this year.” Allmon, senior second baseman Kaitlyn Baldogo and junior outfielder Amber Bova are the only players who saw significant varsity time last year. Allmon, who has signed with the University of Akron, has moved from center field to catcher to help Grove City rebuild its infield. Also in the infield, junior Madison Hottman will play first base, sophomore Hayley Garner and junior Kaitlyn Rice are competing for the starting job at shortstop and freshmen Jordan Kennaw and Rachel Ash are vying for playing time at third base. Junior Lindsae McConnell, who pitched fewer than 10 innings last season, takes over the pitching duties from Myers. “Lindsae doesn’t have the pressure to live up to being Paige,” Williams said. “She’s a very good drop-ball pitch-

er. If we can field grounders, we should be OK.” Juniors Chelsea Garner and Ashton Salyers are vying to replace Allmon in center field. Junior Taylor Hottman will play in left field and Bova will be in right. Ranked first in the final state poll last season, Grove City won its fourth consecutive OCC-Ohio championship last spring. The Greyhounds went 13-0 in the league, placing ahead of Gahanna (122), Pickerington Central (10-4), Groveport (7-6), Pickerington North (7-7), Lancaster (4-10), Newark (2-12) and Reynoldsburg (0-14). A league game between Grove City and Groveport was canceled. Grove City beat Gahanna, which was ranked fourth in the final state poll, three times last year, including 1-0 in ThisWeek file photo a regional final. “The thing that is going to make or Junior pitcher Savannah Dorsey returns to See SOFTBALL, page C2

lead Central Crossing, which opens Monday, March 28, at Millersport.

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Greyhounds’ season hinges on hitting By FRANK DiRENNA ThisWeek Community Newspapers

After winning the OCC-Ohio Division title and posting 20 wins during the regular season last year, the Grove City High School baseball team had high hopes for the Division I district tournament. Those hopes were dashed, however, after the top-seeded Greyhounds lost to Hilliard Davidson 4-1 in the second round after having a first-round bye. The loss has left Grove City determined to contend for a district championship this season. The Greyhounds, who finished 21-6 overall and 11-3 in the OCCOhio, open Monday, March 28, at home against Dublin Coffman. Third-year coach Ryan Alexander expects his team to feature a See READY, page C2 solid pitching staff, led by jun-

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Junior shortstop and third baseman Devin Doudna is one of only two returning letterwinners for Central Crossing, which opens Monday, March 28, at home against Grove City Christian.

ior Mitchell Stephens, who was 3-1 last season, and sophomore Drew Artrip, who was 4-1. “Mitchell and Drew will bat-

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tle for our No. 1 and No. 2,” Alexander said. “(Last) summer, Drew was somewhere between 85 to 86 miles an hour. We ex-

pect a lot of big things out of him.” Also back is senior catcher/outfielder T.J. DeVore, who will share captain duties with senior pitcher/first baseman Luke Smurthwaite. Smurthwaite played at Grove City for two years before transferring to Grove City Christian for his junior season when South-Western City Schools canceled sports in the fall of 2009 because of a levy failure. Last season, Smurthwaite, a Kent State University football recruit, helped lead Grove City Christian to a 20-8 record and a Division IV district final, where the Eagles lost to Newark Catholic 2-1 in nine innings. “Luke will definitely add depth for us at the plate and as a pitcher as well,” Alexander said.

Also back are senior Ryan Belmonte (OF/2B) and juniors Nick Davis (OF/C), Jimmy Gravett (SS/2B), Tyler Kent (OF) and Nick Mara (P/OF). Rounding out the team are seniors Bobby Brown (P), Ken Reichle (INF/P) and Jordan Halley (P) and juniors Tyler Cook (OF), Dan Cronin (OF/INF) and Brandon Gooch (P/INF). Brown hasn’t played since his sophomore season. Reichle transferred to Hilliard Bradley after the levy failed but has returned. “The big question mark with this team is how well we hit,” Alexander said. “I think we’re going to field it well, I think we’re going to throw it well. How we hit is going to determine how great of a season it can be.” See BASEBALL, page C2

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Girls Basketball

Nubians’ Ferguson named Super 12 captain By JARROD ULREY

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Africentric’s Raven Ferguson averaged 19 points and eight rebounds and was selected Super 12 captain.

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CENTRAL CROSSING March 28 — vs. Grove City Christian March 30 — vs. Whitehall April 1 — at Shekinah Christian *April 4 — at Dublin Coffman *April 6 — vs. Dublin Coffman *April 8 — vs. Hilliard Darby April 9 — vs. Briggs and Hilliard Bradley *April 11 — at Hilliard Darby April 12 — at Teays Valley *April 13 — vs. Hilliard Davidson *April 15 — at Hilliard Davidson April 16 — vs. Brookhaven *April 18 — at Upper Arlington *April 20 — vs. Upper Arlington April 23 — at Big Walnut *April 25 — at Worthington Kilbourne *April 27 — vs. Worthington Kilbourne *April 29 — vs. Thomas Worthington April 30 — vs. Hamilton Township (DH) *May 2 — at Thomas Worthington May 3 — at London *May 4 — at Westland *May 6 — vs. Westland *OCC-Central game

of a 17-9 record (in 2009). That team also had six returning starters coming back.” Jordan Keaton (OF/P), who transferred to Grove City Christian for his junior season but has returned, is the team’s lone senior. “Jordan is doing a great job of being a team leader and showing our younger kids how we want things done in our program,” Todd said. The Comets return two letterwinners in junior Devin Doudna (SS/3B) and sophomore Shawn Seigneur (1B/P). Also on the team are juniors Jason Dickey (OF/P), Wes Mathias (OF), Ricky Morgan (OF/P) and Zak Ogilbee (C), sophomores Bobby Arnold (OF/P), Will Bohne

Raven Ferguson feels like she has been playing on the Africentric Early College girls basketball team “her whole life.” Opponents probably feel the same about the senior standout and captain of the ThisWeek Super 12 girls basketball team. After becoming a starter as a freshman, Ferguson helped the Nubians go 89-15 overall, 56-0 against City League-South Division opponents and win four district championships. This season, Ferguson was the Division III district Player of the Year while leading Africentric to a regional runner-up finish. “It will be weird to go to the games next year, but it’s just time for me to move on to bigger things,” Ferguson said. Next season, she’ll be a freshman at Ohio State. “Africentric has made me a lot more confident off the court and on the court,” she said. “I’ll be going in to try to play, and I think I’ll have a chance to start. (Africentric) coach (Will) McKinney always says that defense is about pride, about not letting your person score on you. He always tells us that at the next level, that’s how you get on the

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GROVE CITY March 28 — vs. Dublin Coffman March 29 — vs. Dublin Jerome April 2 — vs. Zanesville *April 4 — at Reynoldsburg *April 6 — vs. Reynoldsburg April 7 — vs. Noblesville (Ind.) in Farragut, Tenn. April 8 — at Farragut (Tenn.) April 9 — vs. Clinton (Tenn.) Anderson County and Tullahoma (Tenn.) in Farragut, Tenn. *April 11 — at Groveport *April 13 — at Lancaster *April 15 — vs. Lancaster April 16 — at Upper Arlington with Elyria *April 18 — vs. Newark *April 20 — at Newark April 21 — at Westerville North April 23 — vs. Mayfield and New Albany at Dublin Jerome *April 25 — vs. Gahanna *April 27 — at Gahanna *April 28 — vs. Groveport *April 29 — at Pickerington Central April 30 — at Thomas Worthington with Briggs *May 2 — vs. Pickerington Central *May 4 — vs. Pickerington North *May 6 — at Pickerington North *OCC-Ohio game

(P/2B), Beau Gorsiene (1B/P) and Tony Ward (INF/OF/P) and freshmen Connor Coup (1B/P), Caleb Jones (INF/C/P) and Mark Russell (SS/P). “We want to get better and improve every day,” Todd said. “This program is going through a youth movement and there will be a lot of teaching moments during the course of the year. As of right now, we need all phases of our game to improve. There is not one specific area. This is a team that is full of youthful potential, but the players have a lot of maturing to do when it comes to the mental aspects of the game.” fdirenna@thisweeknews.com www.ThisWeekSPORTS.com

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Continued from page C1 to 11 CCL championships, nine district titles and one state championship. Last season, the Silver Knights were 15-10 overall and had a string of five consecutive CCL titles snapped as they went 5-3 to finish behind DeSales (8-0) and ahead of Watterson (4-4), Hartley (3-5) and Worthington Christian (0-8). Worthington Christian is no longer competing in the CCL. •The baseball team is hoping to build on a postseason in which it reached a Division III district semifinal for the seventh time in nine seasons. The Silver Knights, who finished 8-21 overall last season, lost eight players to graduation, but they return six seniors and three juniors who saw playing time a year ago. Senior Erik Dubiel is expected to be the No. 1 pitcher. He saw key innings in a 4-3 win over top-seeded Fredericktown in the second round of the district tournament. The other seniors are Jacob Chapman (C), Jeff Johnson (P), William Marting (1B), Ryan Moore (OF) and Landon Wolfe (P). Junior Brian Horn likely will be in the pitching rotation and

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Continued from page C1 Last season in the OCC-Ohio, Grove City finished ahead of Pickerington Central (10-4), Pickerington North (10-4), Gahanna (9-5), Reynoldsburg (95), Lancaster (5-9), Groveport (1-13) and Newark (1-13). Alexander expects another tight race in the league. “The division is definitely loaded to the max,” he said. “Pickerington Central probably has two of the best starters returning in Nick Jensen-Clagg and Isaac Beller. Their staff is just outstanding. Pickerington North has a lot of returnees. Gahanna returns some key guys. Reynoldsburg returns everybody.” •Ninth-year Central Crossing coach Scott Todd is hoping his team continues to rebuild following the levy failure. Last season, the Comets finished 8-17 overall and 2-12 in the OCC-Central, placing seventh behind Worthington Kilbourne (12-2), Upper Arlington (11-3), Hilliard Davidson (8-6), Hilliard Darby (8-6), Thomas Worthington (8-6) and Dublin Coffman (7-7) and ahead of Westland (0-14). Central Crossing lost to Dresden Tri-Valley 8-4 in the first round of the Division I district tournament. “The program was in great shape before the failure of the levy,” said Todd, whose team opens Monday, March 28, at home against Grove City Christian. “We had winning teams at all three levels in our program and the varsity was coming off

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BASEBALL March 29 — at Utica March 30 — vs. Hamilton Township March 31 — at Newark Catholic April 2 — vs. Northland (DH) *April 4 — vs. Hartley April 5 — at Worthington Christian *April 6 — at DeSales April 9 — vs. Centennial (DH) *April 11 — at St. Charles April 12 — vs. Hilliard Bradley *April 13 — vs. Watterson April 14 — vs. Worthington Christian *April 15 — at Hartley April 16 — at Big Walnut with Bexley *April 18 — vs. DeSales April 25 — vs. Wellington April 28 — vs. Jonathan Alder April 30 — at Liberty Union (DH) *May 2 — vs. St. Charles May 3 — at Bexley *May 4 — at Watterson May 5 — at West Jefferson May 7 — vs. Grandview and Liberty Union

also should see time at third base. The other juniors are Brian Hasenkamp (P) and Alex Kopczyk (P). Sophomores Ross Etgen, Mitch McNabb and Sean Mogan all could see action in the outfield, with Etgen and McNabb also being candidates to pitch. Also competing for playing time are sophomore Matthew Sweet (OF) and freshman Zach Jarrett (C). “There’s always a lot of an-

SOFTBALL March 29 — at Grandview March 30 — vs. Canal Winchester March 31 — vs. Fairbanks April 2 — at Liberty Union with Central Crossing April 5 — at Jonathan Alder April 7 — at Upper Arlington April 9 — at Bloom-Carroll with Northridge *April 11 — at Hartley *April 13 — vs. DeSales April 15-16 — at Lancaster *April 18 — vs. Watterson April 19 — vs. Olentangy Orange *April 20 — vs. Hartley April 26 — vs. Jonathan Alder April 27 — at West Chester Lakota West April 29 — vs. Philo in Centennial Stellar Classic at Ohio State April 30 — vs. Thornville Sheridan and Columbia Station Columbia in Stellar Classic *May 2 — at DeSales *May 4 — at Watterson May 5 — vs. London May 9 — at West Jefferson May 10 — at Hilliard Bradley *CCL game

ticipation for the season,” said third-year coach Harry Caruso, whose team opens Tuesday, March 29, at Utica. “We’re really young. We lost a lot of seniors, so we’ve gone in a direction where we’re playing a little bit more youth.” Last season, Ready beat Caledonia River Valley 7-5 in the first round of the district tournament before beating Fredericktown.

court. I’m still trying to improve and be better.” With Ferguson joining their lineup in 2007-08, the Nubians went 25-2 and lost in the Division IV state final. In 2008-09, they went 23-4 and won the state title as Ferguson made Super 12 honorable mention. A year ago, Africentric moved up to Division III and lost in a regional semifinal to finish 196. Ferguson made first-team alldistrict and Super 12 as she averaged 23 points, six rebounds, 3.5 assists and four steals. With Ferguson leading the way this season, the Nubians beat Northland 60-52 on Feb. 12 for their third City title in four years and Columbus School for Girls 74-45 on March 5 for a district title. Africentric’s season ended with a 56-50 loss to Fort Recovery in a regional final March 12. Africentric went 22-3 as Ferguson averaged 19 points, eight rebounds and three assists. She

also was selected first-team allstate and was the state’s CoPlayer of the Year with Ally Malott of Middletown Madison. She finished with 1,739 career points. “Raven is clearly Miss Basketball for the state of Ohio,” McKinney said. “I think the kid from Twinsburg (Malina Howard) is nice, but Raven Ferguson, when you look at the whole body of work, is deserving.” •OTHER FIRST-TEAMERS — Taylor Agler (Olentangy Orange, So., guard), Destini Cooper (Reynoldsburg, So., center), Symone Denham (Northland, Jr., guard), Kavunaa Edwards (Pickerington North, Sr., center), Travecia Franklin (Brookhaven, Sr., guard), Caitlin Kusan (Westerville North, Sr., forward), Tiyona Marshall (Gahanna, Sr., guard), Alexis Peterson (Northland, So., guard), Tabatha Piper (Big Walnut, Sr., guard), Meredith Strangers (Dublin Coffman, Sr., guard) and Aliyah Zantt (Reynoldsburg, Jr., guard). •HONORABLE MENTION — Ashley Bassett-Smith (Orange, Jr., center), Paige Cashin (Newark, So., center), Mary Corbett (Upper Arlington, Sr., guard), Frannie Frazier (Thomas Worthington, So., forward), Jasmine Henshaw (Pickerington Central,

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had a 0.78 ERA and also contributed at the plate, hitting .342. Senior Dakota Pyles, who batted .355 last year, will play in center field and junior Ciera Williams will play in left field. Five players — juniors Sarah Baker and Jourdan Hager and freshmen Michaela Dorsey, Jackie Fowler and Abby Rhodes — are vying for playing time in right field. Pyles (Kent State), Turkovich (Toledo) and Carmean (Notre

May 7 — vs. Circleville and DeSales May 13 — at DeSales *OCC-Central game GROVE CITY March 29 — at Upper Arlington *March 30 — at Reynoldsburg *March 31 — vs. Groveport April 4-9 — Grand Strand Classic in Myrtle Beach, S.C. *April 11 — vs. Newark *April 13 — vs. Gahanna *April 15 — at Pickerington Central *April 18 — vs. Pickerington North *April 20 — vs. Reynoldsburg *April 21 — at Lancaster *April 22 — at Newark *April 25 — at Groveport *April 27 — vs. Lancaster April 28 — vs. Columbia Station Columbia *May 2 — at Gahanna *May 4 — vs. Pickerington Central *May 6 — at Pickerington North May 7 — at Hilliard Bradley with North Union *OCC-Ohio game

Dame College) have signed with colleges and Savannah Dorsey has verbally committed to Ohio University. “A lot of these girls have played together for three or four years,” coach Dorsey said. “They’ve become more than teammates. They’re like sisters in the sport and they challenge each person to work harder.” pbatterson@thisweeknews.com www.ThisWeekSPORTS.com

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Continued from page C1 break us is how well these kids bounce back from adversity,” Williams said. “The past couple years, we’ve not lost more than four or five games a season. What is going to happen if we lose three games in a row?” •Central Crossing seems to have everything in place for another successful season. The Comets return eight of their nine starters from last season, in which they compiled a program-best 19-6 overall record. “We’re very excited,” said second-year coach Rona Dorsey, whose team opens Monday, March 28, at Millersport. “I’ve been coaching a lot of these players since they were young and I’ve watched them develop as ballplayers. They’ve been what this program is all about.” Central Crossing placed second in the OCC-Central last year at 11-3, behind Upper Arlington (12-2) and ahead of Hilliard Davidson (10-4), Hilliard Darby (7-7), Thomas Worthington (68), Dublin Coffman (4-10), Westland (3-11) and Worthington Kilbourne (3-11). UA was ranked seventh and Davidson was ranked 10th in the final Division I state poll last year. The Comets lost to Dresden Tri-Valley 5-4 in eight innings in the first round of the district tournament. Central Crossing graduated only one player in catcher Kim Morgason, who is playing at Kent State. Senior Kendra Willis takes over behind the plate. Seniors Lindsay Carmean (2B), Sky Dorsey (3B) and Allissa Turkovich (SS) and junior Paige Rhodes (1B) round out the infield. Turkovich batted .338 last season. Junior Savannah Dorsey, who was honorable mention all-state last season, returns as the team’s primary pitcher. Last year, she

Jr., forward), Alana Lassiter (Columbus East, Jr., center), Morgan Neighbors (Westerville South, Jr., guard), Bailey Pierron (Hilliard Bradley, Sr., guard), Shelby Olszewski (Pickerington North, Sr., guard), Chelsey Radcliff (Eastmoor Academy, Sr., forward), Kellie Roudabush (Bradley, Sr., guard), Jelicia Shelton (Bexley, Sr., guard), Enri Small (Columbus School for Girls, Sr., forward), Tajanee Wells (Eastmoor Academy, So., center) and Brooke Zwayer (Olentangy, So., forward). •PAST CAPTAINS — New Albany’s Hannah Robertson (2010), Pickerington Central’s Emilee Harmon (2009), Eastmoor’s Ayana Dunning (2008), Dublin Scioto’s Crystal Murdaugh (2007), Pickerington Central’s Stephanie Stevens (2006), Mifflin’s Marshae Dotson (2005), Pickerington North’s Marscilla Packer (2004, 2002), Brookhaven’s Brittany Hunter (2003), Grove City’s Charisse Crews (2000-01), Pickerington’s LaToya Turner (1998-99), Pickerington’s Tamara Stocks (1997), Brookhaven’s Helen Darling (1996) and Pickerington’s Beth Ostendorf (1994-95).

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The Silver Knights then fell to seventh-seeded Columbus Academy 2-1 in a district semifinal. Tyler Davis, who pitched complete games against River Valley and Academy, led a 2010 senior class that also included Jordan Carnes, Chase Chapman, Andrew Clarke, Dwight Etgen, Matt Feeney, Jeremy Finchum and Matt Magni. Magni was the winning pitcher against Frederjulrey@thisweeknews.com icktown. Ready finished last in the CCL at 0-10 last www.ThisWeekSPORTS.com

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Jacob Gloyd of Grove City Christian steals second base as Fairfield Christian’s Hayden Welch gets the throw too late during a game last season. Gloyd, a senior, is one of only two returning starters for the Eagles.

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Freshmen to play major role for baseball team By FRANK DiRENNA ThisWeek Community Newspapers

The Grove City Christian School baseball team will have a new look as it aims for its fourth consecutive MOCAL title. The Eagles, who open Monday, March 28, at Central Crossing, finished 20-8 overall and 71 in the MOCAL last season. They reached a Division IV district final for the first time and lost to Newark Catholic 2-1 in nine innings. Grove City Christian lost several players from last season, including senior Luke Smurthwaite who returned to Grove City High School. Smurthwaite transferred to Grove City Christian for his junior season after South-Western City Schools canceled sports in the fall of 2009 because of a levy failure. Also gone are four-year starters Brice Bowman, Christopher Bowman and Zach Snider. The only returning starters are senior Jacob Gloyd (P/C/OF) and junior Josh Zeller (P/SS). Zeller was second-team allMOCAL and honorable mention all-district last season and Gloyd was honorable mention all-MOCAL. Also back are seniors Sam Hatfield (1B/OF) and Andrew Paquin (OF), junior Casey Fisher (P/1B) and sophomore Ronnie Gallion (C/DH). Gallion is expected to miss the first six weeks of the season as he recovers from a right elbow injury. Rounding out the team are sophomore Mack Brunney (OF) and freshmen Tanner Buhrts (P/3B/C), Tyler Elgin (P/2B), Matt Fritz (P/C), Michael Howard (P/SS) and Casey Stauffer (3B/OF). “We’re very young and inexperienced, but I see a lot of potential with the underclassmen,” sixth-year coach Steve Bowshier said. “We’ll probably be starting four, maybe five freshmen. I’ve raised my expectations since watching the freshmen indoors

At a glance

BASEBALL March 28 — at Central Crossing *March 31 — vs. Gahanna Christian April 2 — vs. Bedford Chanel (DH) *April 4 — vs. Tree of Life April 5 — at Mifflin *April 7 — at Fairfield Christian April 9 — vs. Northwood at Hamilton Township *April 11 — vs. Madison Christian *April 14 — vs. Delaware Christian April 16 — vs. Millersport *April 19 — at Delaware Christian *April 21 — at Tree of Life April 22 — at Madison Plains April 23 — at Harvest Prep (DH) April 25 — vs. Andover Pymatuning Valley April 26 — vs. Mifflin *April 28 — vs. Fairfield Christian April 29 — at Wellington (DH) April 30 — vs. Whitehall (DH) *May 2 — vs. Madison Christian *May 3 — at Gahanna Christian May 7 — at Westfall (DH) SOFTBALL March 28 — at Reynoldsburg March 29 — at Fisher Catholic April 2-6 — at Walt Disney Complex in Orlando, Fla. *April 11 — at Madison Christian April 12 — vs. Millersport *April 14 — vs. Delaware Christian *April 15 — at Fairfield Christian April 16 — vs. Worthington Christian, *Gahanna Christian and Granville Christian *April 19 — at Delaware Christian *April 21 — at Tree of Life April 23 — at Morral Ridgedale *April 26 — vs. Tree of Life *April 28 — vs. Fairfield Christian *May 2 — vs. Madison Christian *May 3 — at Gahanna Christian May 7 — at Emmanuel Christian (DH) May 14 — at Wellington (DH) *MOCAL game

ian (5-4), Gahanna Christian (45), Delaware Christian (3-6) and Fairfield Christian (2-7). The Eagles lost to Worthington Christian 13-3 in five innings in the first round of the Division IV district tournament. Grove City Christian, which opens Monday, March 28, at Reynoldsburg, lost a key player in 2010 graduate Kelsey Howard, who batted .524 last year and was named first-team all-MOCAL. The Eagles should be led by senior catcher Brooke Warner, who hit .696 with five home runs and 48 RBI last year and was named MOCAL Player of the Year. Also back are seniors Megan Keating (2B), Caitlyn Kennedy (SS/3B), Chelsea Peters (OF) and Ally Tiller (1B/OF) and juniors Emily Harper (OF), Lindsey Norbut (utility player), Sara Stiffler (utility player) and Sarah Varney (utility player). Tiller hit .346 and was honorable mention all-MOCAL last year, and Keating hit .345 and was second-team all-MOCAL. Peters hit .351 and Kennedy led the pitching staff, going 9-7 with 49 strikeouts. Junior Megan Creasap, a transfer from Central Crossing, is expected to be the team’s No. 1 pitcher. Sophomores Kirsten Folzenlogen (OF) and Katelyn Justice (P) and freshmen Nichelina Frank (1B/OF) and Katelyn Lauer (utility player) round out the team. “I’m very excited about what the season looks like,” seventhyear coach Lisa Horsley said. “We have a good opportunity to come out on top of our league this year. We have to be a sound, fundamental team. We have to do well defensively and when we step in the box we have to be lights out. Our girls worked really hard in the offseason in getting in batting cages whenever they could.”

this year. I’ve raised my goals a little bit.” Tree of Life finished second in the MOCAL last season at 62, followed by Gahanna Christian (3-5), Madison Christian (35) and Fairfield Christian (1-7). •The softball team is looking to improve on last season when it finished 11-11 overall and 73 in the MOCAL to place second, behind Tree of Life (9-1) fdirenna@thisweeknews.com and ahead of Madison Christ- www.ThisWeekSPORTS.com

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Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jay Bruce’s baseball camp is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 25-26 at Prasco Park in Cincinnati. Bruce will direct activities and provide instruction. The camp is open to boys and girls ages 6 to 14. For more information and to register, visit www.JayBruceCamp.com or call (888) 389- 2267.

Alumni Football USA is organizing teams of former high school players who want “to play in one more full contact football game.” Players can sign up at AlumniFootballUSA.com or call (877) 578-8547. Teams are limited to 40 players. Games will be played around Ohio in August. Alumni Football USA will provide the equipment.

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ThisWeek wins 15 national awards in SNA contest ThisWeek Community Newspapers won 15 national awards in the 2010 Suburban Newspapers of America editorial contest for news coverage, editorial cartoons, graphics, commentary, special sections and photography. The contest included entries from community newspapers through out the United States and Canada. Former executive editor Ben Cason won third place in the Editor of the Year contest for weekly newspapers. First-place honors went to ThisWeek Reynoldsburg for Best Local Election Coverage in circulation classes A-B combined and ThisWeek Grove City Record, first place in Class C, Best News Photo, “Levy passes narrowly” by staff photographer Lorrie Cecil. Other winning entries were: • ThisWeek Clintonville, second place in Class B, Best Graphic Artwork supporting news content, for “Walking routes,” “CAC districts” and “Two middle schools” by staff graphics artist Erin Holl.

• ThisWeek Clintonville, second place in Class D, Best Arts & Entertainment Criticism/Commentary category for “Uneven kitchen, service pose problems for sushi restaurant” by staff writer Gary Seman Jr. • ThisWeek Dublin Villager, third place in Class D, Best Editorial Cartoon, for “Health Care Frankenstein” by Jim Larrick. • ThisWeek German Village, second place in Class A, Best Arts & Entertainment Writing-Feature for “ProMusica: Messiah singalong” by staff writer Jim Fischer. • ThisWeek Grove City Record, honorable mention in Class C, Best Continuing Coverage, for stories about school district finances. • ThisWeek Hilliard, third place in Class C, Best Special Section, “State Champs,” put together by the ThisWeek sports department after Hilliard Davidson defeated Cleveland Glenville 16-15 to win the 2009 Division I state championship. • ThisWeek Hilliard, honorable

mention in Class C, Best Breaking News Story, for “Hilliard mourns loss of a rising star,” about the drowning death of high school athlete Rico Butler, by reporter Gary Budzak. • ThisWeek Hilliard, third place in Class C, Best Coverage of Investigative Reporting, for “Hilliard CVB controversy” by staff writer Gary Budzak. • ThisWeek Marysville, second place in Class B, Best Editorial Writing. • ThisWeek Marysville, third place in Class B, Best Environmental Coverage, for “Hi-Q Egg Farm controversy” by staff writer Lin Rice. • ThisWeek New Albany, third place in Class A, Best Photojournalism, for “Beating bodies up for nickels,” by staff photographer Lorrie Cecil. • ThisWeek New Albany, third place in Class A, Best Coverage of Local Education/School District Issues, for “Superintendent review leads to resignation” by former staff writer Gail Martineau.

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Metro Park district Westerville The following is a list of Met• Preschoolers: Rabbits All ropolitan Park District of Columbus and Franklin County pro- Around, 10 a.m. Saturday at the Nature Center. Discover how grams for this week. rabbits survive in a world filled Battelle-Darby Creek Metro with hazards. • Spring in Your Step, 2 p.m. Park Sunday at the Nature Center. 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Take a half-mile walk on the RipGalloway • Preschoolers: What’s Up ple Rock Trail and search for Duck?, 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. Friday signs of the season. • Homeschoolers: Buds Aat the Cedar Ridge Lodge. Learn about ducks that dive, dabble and Bursting, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Nature Cenwaddle. • Welcome Spring Hike, 1 ter. Learn what happens when p.m. Sunday at the Pleasant Val- trees wake up from their winter ley bulletin board, 9137 state rest. Sample some maple syrup. Route 62. Discover the trails at For ages 6-12. Pleasant Valley on this 2.25-mile Highbanks Metro Park hike. • Natural Play Area: Sss- 9466 U.S. 23 N., Lewis Center nakes, 3 p.m. Sunday at the In• Family Campfire, 7 p.m. dian Ridge bulletin board. Search for harmless snakes sunning them- Saturday at the Dragonfly Day selves by the natural play area. Camp. Enjoy songs and animal • Metro Five -0 Level 3: Wel- stories around the campfire. come Spring Hike, 11 a.m. Mon- Roasting sticks and marshmalday at the Pleasant Valley bul- lows provided. • Optics 101, 7 p.m. Tuesday letin board, 9137 state Route 62. Take a two-mile hike and discover at the Nature Center. Learn about equipment, skills and field tips the trails at Pleasant Valley. for bird watching. Prairie Oaks Metro Park Blacklick Woods Metro Park 3225 Plain City-Georgesville 6975 E. Livingston Ave., Road, West Jefferson Reynoldsburg • Geocoaching Adventure, 2 • Morning Coffee and Wildlife Watch, 8 a.m. Satur- p.m. Sunday at Darby Bend day at the Natuer Center. View Lakes, 2755 Amity Road. Try a wildlife through the Nature Cen- geocoaching adventure hunt. ter windows while having a cup Bring your own GPS or use one provided; quantities are limited. of coffee. Blendon Woods Metro Park 4265 State Route 161 E.,

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Westerville • Natural Play Area Adventure, 2 p.m. Saturday at the Natural Play Area. Roam freely through the area’s forest and field. View a display of mammals and cold-blooded creatures living there. Follow the yellow signs. • Lawn Chair Woodcock Watch, 7:15 p.m. Tuesday at the Apple Ridge bulletin board. Bring a lawn chair and watch the American woodcock perform its aerial courtship ritual. Popcorn provided. Optional hike. Slate Run Metro Park 1375 state Route 674 N., Canal Winchester • Marsh Madness, 2 p.m. Saturday at the Slate Run Wetlands. Take a 1.5-mile walk around the wetland to view waterfowl, other animals and marshy plants. • Campfire and Craft, 3 p.m. Sunday at the Shady Grove Program Area. Gather around the campfire to roast marshmallows and make a nature craft to take home. Three Creeks Park

3860 Bixby Road, Groveport • Garlic Mustard Pull, 10 a.m.-noon Saturday at the Confluence Trails bulletin board. Help remove this invasive species from around the Bluebell Trail. Gardening gloves recommended. • Hike & Ride: Wetlands, 4 p.m. Sunday at the Heron Pond bulletin board. Ride the tram to the wetlands, wade in the water and use nets and scoops to search for aquatic critters. • Dances With Woodcocks, 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the Confluence Trails bulletin board. Hike two miles to watch the aerial courtship dance of the American woodcock. • Nature for Tots, 1 p.m. Thursday, March 31, at the Heritage Nature Center, 551 Wirt Road. Stroll around the pond and learn about nature through puppets and music. For ages 1-4. Interpreters and assistive listening devices for persons with hearing impairments are available for any program. Call 8910700 (TDD 895-6240) to schedule these services.

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the donor site. The burned skin is removed and the injured area is resurfaced with the skin graft. RICHARD It may be KIRSCHNER held in place with skin glue, stitches or skin staples. With time, the transplanted skin heals and replaces that which was destroyed by the burn. It typically takes seven to 10 days for the skin grafts to heal. Grafted skin, however, always has an abnormal, scarred appearance. In the long term, plastic surgery may be needed in order to reconstruct damaged structures, such as the lips, nose, ears and hands. Plastic surgery may also be performed in order to improve the appearance of scars and to release tight scar bands (called contractures) that interfere with the motion of the underlying joints. In many cases, rehabilitation following burn injury requires

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Home sales Grove City 1872 Timber Haven Ct, 43123, Shawn R. Ballinger and Susan M. Ballinger, $293,320. 1925 Pinnacle Club Dr, 43123, Melissa S. Aleman and Steven I. Rose, $239,900. 4487 Pebble Beach Dr, 43123, Jerome J. Rudolf and Dora M. Rudolf, $157,948. 2237 Bainter Ave, 43123, Fannie Mae; Condo, $157,608. 3745 Lake Cumberland Way, 43123, Bradley R. and Stephanie Glover, $145,000. 3855 Wolf Creek Rd, 43123, Allee A. Mertes, $137,538. 542 Scioto Meadows Blvd, 43123, Charles M. Bane and Patricia K. Bane, $135,000. 3455 Harrisburg-Georgesville Rd, 43123, Jeremy R. Bolin, $132,500. 4265 Waterside Pl, Unit 5, 43123, Robert R. Anderson and Esther E. Anderson, $129,500. 5394 Biggert Rd, 43123, Robert and Ethel Hohn, $120,000. 2648 Brown Rd, 43123, Pavanchand and Vijayamani Chigurupati, $120,000. 2612 Southwest Blvd, 43123, Steven R. Santo, $103,000. 2826 Sussex Place Dr, 43123, Central Mortgage Co., $88,000. 2600 Yates Ave, 43123, Joshua Baker, $77,000. 2275 Anndel Ct, 43123, Fannie Mae, $70,000. 2874 Brookpark Cir, 43123, Michael Laemmle, Jr., $57,900. 2874 Brookpark Cir, 43123, Michael Laemmle, Jr., $57,900. 2498 McZand Blvd, 43123, Unique Financial Corp., $50,000. 3307 Reaver Ave, 43123, Kevin and Jennifer Wood, $45,000.

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MSRP .................................................................. $30,200 XL WORK DISCOUNT ................................................ -$500 MAN. REBATE ....................................................... -$2,500 COUGHLIN DISC.................................................... -$2,215 AUTO SHOW CASH............................................................................ -$500**

24,485 $ 23,485

BUY FOR

WITH FMCC FINANCING TO QUALIFIED BUYERS WITH APPROVED CREDIT.

#F2059

NEW 2011 FORD FIESTA SE

$196/mo 24 month lease*

AUTOMATIC, AC, CD PLAYER, FULL POWER, CRUISE & MORE

MSRP ..........................................................$17,120 MAN. REBATE ................................................. -$500 COUGHLIN DISC.............................................. -$635 AUTO SHOW CASH....................................... -$500**

BUY FOR #F2013

$399/mo 24 month lease*

NEW 2011 FORD TAURUS SEL

#F2065

15,485

NEW 2011 FORD FUSION SE

WHITE PLATINUM, SYNC SYSTEM, REVERSE SENSING

MSRP ....................................................... $29,390 MAN. REBATE ............................................-$1,500 COUGHLIN DISC.........................................-$1,905 AUTO SHOW CASH..................................... -$500**

BUY FOR

25,485

MSRP ..........................................................$22,975 MAN. REBATE .............................................. -$2,000 COUGHLIN DISC........................................... -$1,990 AUTO SHOW CASH....................................... -$500**

BUY FOR

18,485

MONDAY-THURSDAY 9AM-8PM, FRIDAY 9AM-6PM, SATURDAY 9AM-5PM, SUNDAY CLOSED *$1,699 DUE AT SIGNING, PLUS TAX, TITLE, FEES, WITH APPROVED CREDIT THROUGH FMCC, 21,000 TOTAL MILES ALLOWED 20¢ ADDITIONAL. NO SECURITY DEPOSIT REQUIRED. RESIDENCY RESTRICTIONS APPLY. ALL MANUFACTURER REBATES AND DISCOUNTS TO DEALER. PLUS TAX AND TITLE. **RESIDENCY RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY. VEHICLE FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY. OFFER EXPIRES 3/31/11.