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O'Reilly to recommend Hall for AD job By ALAN FROMAN ThisWeek Community Newspapers
Superintendent Ed O’Reilly will recommend to the Grandview Heights Board of Education July 22 that Jim Hall be hired as the district’s new athletics director. Hall is a former high school principal for the Northridge Local School District. Earlier this month, the Northridge school board voted 3-1 to eliminate Hall’s position and reorganize the remaining principals’duties so that one principal would administer grades 6-12. The board will meet at 7:15 a.m. Friday to vote on O’Reilly’s recommenda-
tion. If the board approves Hall’s hire, he A closer look will begin work on Monday, allowing him to work with outgoing athletics director Kathy Kinnard during her final Jim Hall is the former high school principal for the Northridge Local week before her retirement. Grandview had originally hired Chad School District. Earlier this Little on July 6 as its new athletics di- month, the Northridge school rector. On July 11, Little notified the dis- board voted 3-1 to eliminate Hall’s trict he was opting to stay at Bloom-Car- position and reorganize the reroll after that district’s board added in- maining principals’ duties so that centives to his contract, including be- one principal would administer coming an assistant middle school prin- grades 6-12. cipal. Hall was not one of the approximate- district of his interest in the aftermath of ly 50 candidates who applied for the the Northridge decision and Little’s withGrandview position, but he notified the drawal.
“After what happened in Northridge, I kind of kicked myself that I didn’t apply for the job in the first place,” Hall said Tuesday. Hall spent four years working as a principal in Northridge. Before that, he spent two years as the district’s athletics director. It’s a job he enjoyed, Hall said, and he is looking forward to returning to working in athletics, especially in Grandview. “I lived in Grandview for two years while I was attending Ohio State, and I just loved the area,” he said. “It was always a place I thought I’d like to come back to someday. “I think Grandview is this gem that’s
hidden a bit because of everything that surrounds it,” Hall said. “It’s just a great community.” O’Reilly said Hall was interviewed Monday night by a committee comprised of administrators, school board members and parents. The committee had previously interviewed three other candidates who had been finalists for the job before Little was originally selected, and while they were considered again, Hall got the committee’s nod and his recommendation, O’Reilly said. “He’s obviously has the skill sets to See HALL, page A3
Council OKs new zoning district, rezoning for Yard By ALAN FROMAN ThisWeek Community Newspapers
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Grandview designer Mike Dexter with his Mexican-inspired artwork. Dexter, owner of IDC Design, has designed the posters for all the Lazy Daze of Summer festivals and will be exhibiting his work at the festival this year.
Dexter to be Lazy Daze exhibitor for first time By ALAN FROMAN ThisWeek Community Newspapers
Grandview resident Mike Dexter has been associated with the Lazy Daze of Summer arts and crafts festival throughout its 18-year history, having designed all of the festival posters. This year, Dexter, owner of IDC Design, will be more directly involved. For the first time, Dexter will be one of the exhibitors at the festival. He will be showcasing and selling graphic prints he has created in the blackletter art style of Mexico. The blackletter graphic style has been used for centuries in Mexico, Dexter said. “You see it a lot on old handbills and it’s also kind of the type style used for tattoos,” he said. Dexter’s works, which he is selling through a side business he calls Dex-Mex Graficos, are framed prints that combine a Spanish phrase or word with a graphic that illustrates the words. For example, one piece has the words, “perro
feliz” (happy dog) with an image of a grinning canine. “As a graphic designer, I’m really interested in typography and I love the look of the blackletter style,” Dexter said. “I think it really stands out.” He has created more than 30 blackletter designs, some lighthearted or humorous and others with a bit more of an edge to them. “I love animals so there are a lot of them that feature animals and I also love motorcycles, so they’re incorporated in some of the designs,” Dexter said. First, he will decide on the words he wants to use, then come up with a graphic that illustrates the words, he said. Ornamental elements made of clay are placed on the black frames of the prints. For Dexter, the Dex-Mex project is a way for him to connect to his Mexican background. Dexter is one-half Mexican on his mother’s side and grew up in San Diego. “My mother and grandmother would start to
speak in Spanish when they wanted to talk about something they didn’t want me to hear,” he said. “But I never connected to that heritage, because they never really highlighted it. I don’t speak any Spanish.” But in recent years he has began to research his Mexican heritage at the same time as his interest in blackletter art also was growing. The two just seem to go together, Dexter said. He said he’s excited about being an exhibitor at Lazy Daze. It will be the first time he has participated in an arts festival. “I really don’t know what to expect,” Dexter said. “I hope people are interested in this work I’ve done. I’m anxious to see what captures people’s attention. I’d like to do more of these festivals in the future.” Dexter will be one of more than 50 craft exhibitors who were selected by a jury to participate in Saturday’s Lazy Daze festival. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on West First Avenue, near the Grandview Heights Public Library.
Grandview Heights City Council Monday night approved ordinances to create a new zoning classification for the area that includes the Grandview Yard project and to rezone the affected property. With the passage of the legislation, approximately 89.1 acres bounded by West Third Avenue on the north, the CSX railroad tracks on the east and West Goodale Boulevard on the south will be rezoned to the new Grandview Commerce Mixed Use District (GCMXD). The creation of the district is intended to implement the goals and objectives for the area as identified in the Grandview Heights Community Plan, said Patrik Bowman, the city’s director of administration/economic development. Several revisions were made to the legislation at both a July 14 economic development committee meeting and at Monday’s council meeting. The legislation needed to be adopted Monday because Nationwide Realty Investors, the developer of Grandview Yard, will be on the agenda at the July 20 planning commission meeting, seeking a major site plan review for the construction of three apartment buildings at the Yard. The new zoning needed to be in place because residential developments are allowed as a permitted use under the new district, but not under the current zoning for the area. The ordinance creating the GCMXD includes provisions listing permitted, conditional and prohibited uses; the details to be included on applications for developments within the Yard; and a set of principles for the district relating to such issues as general development, streets, building placement, building form and massing, building frontage, See COUNCIL, page A2
District headed for another ‘excellent’ state report card By ALAN FROMAN ThisWeek Community Newspapers
While the numbers are still preliminary, data from the Ohio Department of Education indicate the Grandview Heights City School District will earn at least an excellent rating on the 201011 state report card. Superintendent Ed O’Reilly reviewed the data at the July 12 school board meeting. The district’s Performance Index Score is expected to be 106.2 out of a maximum possible score of 120, O’Reilly said. That is an increase of 1.5 over last year’s report card, he said.
A closer look On most tests, the district saw more than 90 percent of its students earn a proficient or higher score. The lowest percentage was fifth-grade reading, in which 82.4 percent of the students met the standard.
A performance index score above 100 is rated excellent and an increase of a point or two is “a good upward trend,” O’Reilly said. The performance index score is determined by assigning a point total for
each of the five performance levels on state achievement tests. The higher the level, the more points are awarded. Each weighted score is multiplied by the percentage of student scores at that level to generate a district’s or school’s performance index. About 70 percent of the district’s students tested at an accelerated or advanced level, encompassing all of the tests, O’Reilly said. The high school maintained a high index score of 108.7, about the same as on last year’s report card, he said. At the middle school level, the district’s index score rose by 1.1 point to 107.2, O’Reilly said. The increase was 3 points in the in-
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termediate grades at Edison, to a score of 103.2 on the 2010-11 report card. “When you jump three points, that’s a big deal,” O’Reilly said. Stevenson Elementary saw its index score increase by about 4 points to 109.7. “You don’t see jumps like that,” O’Reilly said. The emphasis the school put on math this past year was indicated by a 10-percent increase in the number of thirdgraders who scored proficient or above on the math achievement test, he said. The report card standards measure the district’s success on the state’s third-, fourth-, fifth-, sixth-, seventh-, and eighthgrade achievement tests and the Ohio Graduation Test.
On each test over all grade levels, the district easily met the state standard of having at least 75 percent of its students earn a proficient or higher score. On most tests, the district saw more than 90 percent of its students earn a proficient or higher score. The lowest percentage was fifth-grade reading, in which 82.4 percent of the students met the standard. The preliminary data indicates the district has not met its Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) goals, but the AYP rating will not be final until all data is submitted later this month, O’Reilly said. See REPORT, page A3
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Schools to lose nearly $1.4M from state By ALAN FROMAN ThisWeek Community Newspapers
Under the newly adopted state budget, Grandview City Schools is projected to lose nearly $1.4 million in state revenue over the next two years, Superintendent Ed O’Reilly told the Grandview Heights Board of Education July 12. O’Reilly presented the board with a report on the implications of the new biennium state budget for the district. In 2010-11, Grandview received $4,436,223 in state revenue, O’Reilly said. The district can expect to lose a projected $483,454 in state revenue for the 201112 school year, O’Reilly said. An additional decrease of $903,706 is expected for 2012-13, he said. A $1.4 million loss of revenue is a major hit for a district with an annual budget of $16 million, O’Reilly said. The positive news about the budget is that the foundation and homestead payments to the district will actually increase slightly for the next two years, he said. But the tangible personal property tax reimbursement Grandview receives is expect-
ed to decrease by about $300,000 in the first year and another $300,000 in the second year, and the reimbursement for revenue loss from utility deregulation will shrink to nothing in 2012-13, O’Reilly said. Ed O’Reilly In March 2010, O’Reilly placed on the district’s website (www.grandviewschools.org) a list of some of the cost saving measures the district has made since he become superintendent in November 2006. At the July 12 meeting, O’Reilly reviewed cost-cutting measures that have been made since March 2010. Those include cutting the equivalent of 2.3 full-time certified staff and 0.5 full-time classified staff positions, he said. The district is saving $112,000 each year because of district employees converting to health saving account type of insurance plan, O’Reilly said. There have been building and department budget cuts and a decrease in the use of thirdparty vendors for air conditioning and computer repairs, he said. Other repairs and maintenance are being done in-house.
Largely due to negotiated retirement incentives and staff reductions, the district’s five-year financial forecast projects the budgeted amount for salaries will decrease over the next two years, O’Reilly said. There are not many other districts that can show that, he said. Excluding the increase of insurance premiums, the projected expenditures for the 2011-12 school year will be about $90,000 greater than 2010-11, an increase of only 0.57 percent, O’Reilly said. “During the 2010 levy campaign, we made two promises, that we would maintain excellence and that we would not be back on the ballot until 2013,” he said. Despite the reductions that have been made, all programs in place in 2010 will be in place in 2011, O’Reilly said. And even with the reductions in state funding, if the projections hold true, the district still will not have to return to the ballot until 2013, he added. By continuing to use care with the taxpayers’ dollars, the district should be able to maintain its programs without using any money from the budget stabilization reserve, O’Reilly said.
Council approves zoning, rezoning plans Continued from page A1 parking, landscaping and lighting. The zoning district was to have included the Capital Wholesale Drug Co. property at 873 Williams Ave., which would have boosted the district to about 91.3 acres. But George Richards, Capital Wholesale president, told council his company was concerned about
an amendment that states, “No building shall be erected, converted, expanded, reconstructed or structurally altered except in accordance with the development standards and design guidelines of (the) district.” That language “could have a severely negative impact on us” if the company even wanted to do the smallest of alterations to its
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quarterly economic impact analysis tracking the economic impact of the Yard and “inform the key decision-makers of the city and NRI when evaluating future development opportunities.” The analysis will provide benchmarks that compare progress at the Yard to the initial financial projections. The agreement includes lists of what the developer and city each need from the development and of other joint responsibilities. Both parties agree the build-out of the Yard will be accomplished while ensuring the cost of public investments within the district are covered. Among other provisions, the agreement also states it is both parties’ intent that NRI will remain engaged in the development of the Yard for the entire period of development. The final sentence of the agreement states the memorandum of understanding does not set forth all matters related to the project and is not intended to “supersede, amend or modify” the development agreement or other agreements previous adopted by the two parties.
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Annual Lions pancake breakfast to include all-you-can-eat contest By ALAN FROMAN ThisWeek Community Newspapers
The Tri-Village Lions Club’s annual pancake breakfast is always all-you-can eat. This year’s event, which will be held from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 23, at Edison Intermediate/Middle School, 1240 Oakland Ave., will give pancake lovers a chance to show off just how many flapjacks they can consume. A “Carbs-for-a-Cause” pancake-eating contest will be held at 10 a.m., event chair Judy Tackett said. “We’re hoping it will make the event even more fun and help us raise even more money,” she said. For those who want to enjoy digging into the homemade pancakes without the pressure of competition, regular admission to the breakfast is $6 per person, Tackett said. “For $6, you get all the pancakes and sausage you can eat” plus juice and coffee, she said. Scrambled eggs will be available for an additional dollar.
The pancake-eating contest is open to two-person teams and the cost for participation is $15 per team. Teams can register on Saturday morning. The Lions will provide contestants the pancakes, maple syrup or butter (if requested) and a drink to wash it all down. The team that jointly finishes the greatest number of pancakes in five minutes will be declared the winner. The contest winners and their organization will be featured on the “community partners” page of the Lions’ website, www.trivillagelions.com. The website was one of two runners-up in the Lions Club International contest, Tackett said. A Lions Club from Australia won first place and the Tri-Village Lions’ site and an Arkansas club’s site were selected for honorable mention from among 45,000 entrants worldwide, she said. “We’re really proud of that,” Tackett said. “It’s a pretty amazing honor when you consider we’re one of two runners-up from
among so many websites.” The pancake breakfast serves as a fundraiser to support the Tri-Village Lions’ various projects and causes, including its many efforts to assist the visually-impaired and blind. The event will go on even if Oakland Avenue remains closed because of the road improvement project, Tackett said. If the road is closed, additional parking will be available in the Deyo-Davis Funeral Home lot on First Avenue and entry can be made via the door to the school that faces First Avenue, she said. This is the sixth year the Lions Club has organized the pancake breakfast, an event that used to be presented by the Grandview Area Chamber of Commerce, Tackett said. “It’s not associated with the Lazy Daze festival, but we always hold it on the morning of the festival,” she said. “Hopefully, the two events benefit each other. We encourage everyone who comes to the pancake breakfast to attend the Lazy Daze festival.”
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A new jungle gym was recently installed at the Pierce Field playground as part of a renovation project designed to replace equipment that does not meet current safety standards. This photograph was taken in 1967 by Columbus Dispatch photographer Thom Rockey just after another renovation to upgrade the park’s playground equipment. Students are crowded on a “Dome Whirl” which obviously would not meet modern safety standards. The “Dome Whirl,” made by the Miracle Equipment Company, was a very popular addition to 1960s playgrounds, and was located near the northeast corner of Oxley and First Avenues. It was removed from the playground more than 25 years ago. The Texaco gas station in the background is the site currently occupied by the vacant medical office. None of the students in the picture are identified. If anyone has any additional information regarding this photograph, please email the historical society at tdemaria@columbus.rr.com
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Amanda Thomas, marketing and business development manager at Members First Credit Union, is one of six regional finalists in the Credit Union Executives Society’s Next Top Credit Union Exec challenge. Thomas won a $5,000 prize package, including registration, accommodation and airfare to CUES’CEO/Executive Team Network Nov. 6-9 in Las Vegas, where she will compete against the other regional finalists for the grand prize. The winner of the Next Top Credit Union Exec challenge will receive a CUES educational package valued at $20,000. “I feel really honored and proud of my credit union to have been voted in as one of the regional finalists,” Thomas said. “We’re one of the smallest credit unions in the competition and I think it says a lot about our project and the way we do things that I’m in the finals.”
Thomas entered last year’s competition, but did not advance as a finalist. “I decided to give it one more try” she said. “I was able to incorporate a lot of what I learned last year and submit a much better application this year.” Applicants for the competition must be age 35 or under and employed by a credit union. The candidates created a 60second video outlining the details of their credit union project. Thomas’ video outlined her “Culture Standards” project. It received more online votes during the 10-day voting period last month than any other entrant in the midwest region. “The ‘Culture Standards’project is something we’re working on this year to define our core standards and how we do things as a credit union,” she said. “A lot of successful companies, like Apple or Cadillac, have done the same thing and it’s helped them stand out in their own industry.” Developing a set of standards will help Members First customers
understand what the credit union is all about and inspire their passion as members, Thomas said. Each month leading up to the November CUES Team Network conference, Thomas will create and post two written blogs and one video blog updating the progress on the “Culture Standards” project on the competition website, www.nexttopcreditunionexec.com. “I’m really excited especially about the written blog because writing is a passion of mine,” Thomas said. At the November conference, Thomas and the other regional finalists will make a presentation to a panel attending the event. The winner will be the candidate who receives the most votes from the panel and on another online vote. “It’s a great opportunity for me professionally and a chance to shine the spotlight on what we do here at Members First,” Thomas said. afroman@thisweeknews.com www.ThisWeekNews.com
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Defections leave MSL alignment unclear for 2013 Return of Licking County League also affects OCC By SCOTT HENNEN ThisWeek Community Newspapers
The Mid-State League likely is headed for realignment, but interim commissioner Jim Hayes doesn’t know what the conference will look like after the 2012-13 school year. Hayes, who is the athletics director at Teays Valley and chair of the MSL’s realignment and expansion
committee, believes the league likely will have to add schools. “We have six schools leaving after the 2012-13 school year and that leaves 18 in the league,” said Hayes, who took over on an interim basis after Frank Pergolizzi resigned as MSL commissioner in the spring. “Right now, I wish I knew what we are going to do. There is no clear direction on what we will do.” In the spring, MSL-Ohio Division members Granville, Heath, Lakewood, Licking Valley and Newark Catholic announced they would be leaving to join a re-established Licking County League (LCL). Licking Heights of the MSL-Cardinal also will be leaving for
the LCL. “We could have three six-team divisions (with the 18 remaining schools) or two nine-school divisions, but neither of those has very much support,” Hayes said. “A lot of schools are worried about increased travel and competing against new schools that they don’t have a history with and they don’t know a lot about them. They want competitive balance and they are not sure about new schools.” Schools showing interest in joining the MSL include Chillicothe, Fairfield Christian, Grove City Christian, Logan and Worthington Christian. Another potential problem comes
from the OCC looking to replace Watkins Memorial, which will be joining the six MSL schools in the LCL. OCC commissioner Dave Cecutti said MSL schools looking to fill that void include Bexley, Canal Winchester, Grandview, Hamilton Township, Teays Valley and Whitehall. Chillicothe, Logan and Marion Harding also applied for the OCC as well as Jonathan Alder, which has since joined the Marion County-based Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference (MOAC). Cecutti said he expects the 32-school OCC to find a replacement for Watkins Memorial in the next few weeks, but there also is a possibility that the con-
ference could expand. “The one-for-one swap (of a new school to replace Watkins Memorial) is there, but we’re also looking into adding another (eight-team) division,” Cecutti said. “If it’s in our best interest to add a fifth division then it’s something we will do. “I really don’t know for sure what direction we will be going, but we are looking into all available options.” Hayes expects the MSL to remain in three divisions, even if only five teams join the conference. That will mean two eight-team divisions and See MSL, page A6
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Athletes learn to deal with adversity The achievements of the high school student-athletes writing in my summer series are notable and numerous. They have won state championships in bowling, football, golf, wrestling and track and field. They have achieved great individual and team success. But along the way there LARRY have been defeats and disLARSON appointments. Each of these seniors-to-be explains how he or she has learned to handle adversity. Michela Paradiso, Upper Arlington, soccer and basketball: “I have a picture of myself after losing to Dublin Coffman in the regional Division I championship game my sophomore year on my bedroom wall. I see it every morning when I wake up. I think it is important to remember what defeat feels like as it creates motivation to improve and the desire and drive to never feel like that again.” Faith Washington, Reynoldsburg, track: “Disappointment is the goal that you failed to accomplish. Defeat is when you fail to try again. Never give up.” Napoleon Bell, Hartley, football and wrestling: “To be the best, one must experience defeat. One must know his mistakes and know where he does not want to be again.” Morgan Ransom, Columbus Academy, golf: “No matter how good you are there will always be disappointments. My advice is to move on and learn from your mistakes because defeat will make you stronger.” Austin Cuervo, St. Charles, golf: “I handle defeat and disappointment as fuel to go out and work even harder to be more prepared.” Chase Delande, Hilliard Davidson, football and wrestling: “Just tell yourself that you don’t ever want to feel that pain of losing again and that you need to work much harder to be successful.” Jimmy Gammill, New Albany, football: “Use defeat and disappointment as a means to grow and work harder. Then simply move on and do better next time.” Jake Blankenship, Gahanna, pole vault: “Don’t let disappointment and defeat get to you because everyone has down days and if you worry a lot about
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Davidson pitcher Courtney Smith struck out 29 batters and hit the game-winning grand slam in the bottom of the 22nd inning in a 2006 Division I district final.
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Courtney Smith remembers it like it was yesterday, even though it was more than five years ago. The emotion. The excitement. The exhaustion. The strikeouts. The grand slam. Especially the grand slam. In May 2006, Smith, a standout senior pitcher for the Hilliard Davidson High School softball team, went head-to-head with Sarah Phillips of Olentangy Liberty for 22 innings in a Division I district final at Pickerington Central. The three-day marathon wasn’t decided until Smith hit a grand slam in the bottom of the 22nd for a 4-1 victory. Smith also had 29 strikeouts, the 11th highest total in state history for an extra-inning game, according to the Ohio High School Athletic Association. In 2010, Hayley Flynn of Duncan Falls Philo set the state record with 55 strikeouts in 24 innings against Thornville Sheridan. “The biggest thing I remember is this wave of emotion,” Smith said. “I was exhausted and excited both at the same time. It was amazing.” It remains the longest OHSAA softball tournament game. Liberty and Davidson See LARSON, page A6 played seven scoreless innings
10. MAURICE HALL, Brookhaven football (Oct. 27, 2000) — During a season in which he rushed for 3,057 yards to rank fifth on Ohio’s all-time list, Hall’s most memorable individual performance came during the final week of the regular season. The Bearcats beat Briggs 75-16 as Hall rushed for 411 yards and eight touchdowns on 19 carries. 9. LATOYA TURNER, Pickerington girls basketball (March 19, 1999) — The 6-foot-4 senior helped the Tigers
advance to the Division I state final with her 29-point performance in a 5135 win over Wadsworth. The Ohio State recruit made 12 of 14 shots from the floor and was 5-for-6 from the freethrow line while adding five rebounds, four steals and two assists. 8. DARCY FISHBACK, Upper Arlington girls swimming (Feb. 27-28, 2009) — During preliminaries Feb. 27, Fishback broke the state record in the 100-yard butterfly when she finished in 53.38 seconds. She won her fourth state title in the event the next day in 54.17 seconds. Fishback also swam on two state-record relays, the 200 medley (1:43.59) and the 200 freestyle (1:34.24). 7. CHARLES JOHNSON, Watkins Memorial boys basketball (Feb. 24, 1995) — There have been few more surprising performances than what this 5-8 senior guard accomplished in leading the Warriors to a 93-87 overtime upset of second-seeded and stateranked London in the second round of the Division II district tournament. Watkins Memorial was just 1-19 en-
tering the matchup but got 57 points from Johnson, who made 19 of 34 from floor, including eight 3-pointers, and was 11-for-15 from the free-throw line. He added eight rebounds, six steals and five assists. 6. KHALILAH CARPENTER, Brookhaven girls track and field (June 2-3, 2000) — At the 2000 Division I state meet, the junior broke the meet and state records in the 100 meters with a time of 11.59 seconds on June 2. The next day, she won the 100 in 11.71 and the 200 title in 23.69, a time that lowered the state mark she already held. 5. JEFF BACKES, Upper Arlington football (Dec. 2, 2000) — In leading the Golden Bears to the Division I state title, the 5-9, 180-pound senior turned in a performance worthy of the Ohio Mr. Football award that he had received days earlier. Backes rushed for 183 yards and two touchdowns on 32 carries and preserved a 15-9 victory over Solon at Fawcett Stadium in Canton with an interception with less than a minute remaining.
on May 17, were rained out and never took the field on May 18 and played 15 innings on May 19. “The first day (the teams) were neck and neck and I don’t think anyone had a hit,” Smith said. “I remember it rained for like three or four hours (on May 17) and there were no lights (at Pickerington Central). “When we got rain the second day (May 18), I was really nervous because we had been
playing well before the rain came. We were all really anxious to get out there and didn’t want to wait another day.” Smith’s counterpart also had an impressive performance. Phillips struck out 30, which ties her for ninth in the state record book with Medina’s Jessica Miller in 1999, but she also surrendered Smith’s district-title winning home run. “I think she said it was a riseball, but I don’t think so because
I wouldn’t have hit it if it was (a riseball),” Smith said. “Maybe I got out ahead of the pitch before it started to move or maybe it didn’t move. I knew it was high and I was able to make contact and get it over the fence.” It was the first home run Smith had hit at any level. She played one season at the University of Indianapolis and never hit another homer. “I would have to say the grand slam was better (than the 29
ThisWeek Community Newspapers has been around for 22 years. That timeframe was used as the basis to compile a top-10 list of the top individual performances we’ve covered. Along with the experienced sports staff at ThisWeek and Steve Blackledge, high school reporter at The Columbus Dispatch, we arrived at a top-10 list. Below are Nos. 5-10. Check back next week for No. 3 and let us know your thoughts at ThisWeekSPORTS.com.
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strikeouts),” said Smith, who had 77 wins at Davidson. “It was my first homer ever and just to be able to finally end that game.” Liberty took a 1-0 lead in the top of the 22nd. Rebecca Adam hit a two-out double and moved to third on a single by Phillips. Emily Capretta followed with a liner that went off the glove of shortstop Cassady Busellato, scoring Adam. “It was a pitchers’ battle the whole time and we both gave up runs in the 22nd inning,” Smith said. “We went into the last inning with clear heads and ready to finish it.” Erin Roberts led off the bottom of the 22nd with a single before Lauren Espe and Meredith Parish followed with bunt singles to load the bases. Smith didn’t waste time, sending the first offering from Phillips over the left-field fence. “(Phillips) had retired like 13 or 14 in a row before we came up in the 22nd, so having our No. 9 batter, Erin Roberts, come up and get a hit was big,” Davidson coach Angelo Forte said. “Then Lauren Espe and Meredith Parish followed with bunts to load the bases and then (Liberty) shaded Courtney to right field. She had only hit one ball in her life to right field, so I was See SMITH, page A6
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Rick Parcher has been an ambassador and teacher of baseball for 50 years. He not only instructs his players on the finer points of the game, but provides “life lessons” by reading poems and stories to help emphasize his points. “There are so many life lessons in baseball,” said the 71-year-old Parcher, who coaches Tree of Life Christian School in the spring and the North Columbus Comets in the summer. “A lot of (the lessons) you learn the hard way — learning to deal with victory and defeat, success and failure. You learn how to make your own needs secondary to those of the team. “Those things all come automatically with athletics, but I believe life lessons that are learned are learned more carefully, definitely and effectively if the process is guided by the coach, so I do a lot of talking.” Parcher, who has coached at Tree of Life since 1995, winning four MOCAL championships, helped form the Comets in 1962 during his senior year at the University of Wisconsin. The team’s first home field was at Whetstone Park. The Under-14 travel team now is a member of the Central Ohio Youth Baseball League. The Comets improved to 18-12 after going 2-1 in the Dusty Diamonds Classic in Kent on July 16-17. Parcher was recognized for his contributions to the sport during the North Columbus Sports Firecracker Tournament on July 4 at Ridgeview Middle School, which has been the Comets’ home since 1975. Parcher received a plaque for his years of service and a field at Ridgeview was named in his honor.
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Rick Parcher, 71, has been coaching in the North Columbus Comets program since helping form the club in 1962.
The Comets then honored their coach by winning the U-14 division title. “I’ve told the guys they probably won’t realize how fortunate they are until they’re older and maybe some of them play in college,” Comets assistant coach Rick Sibert said. “They’re learning things now that guys typically don’t learn until they get to play college ball. From a baseball perspective, they’re so fortunate to learn these things and how to play the game the right way.”
Parcher has fond memories of teams and players throughout the years. The Comets finished 38-6 in 1968, 31-0 in 1972 and 41-3 in 1981. The team has played on the state, regional and national level, competing in national tournaments in Atlanta, Knoxville and Memphis, Tenn., and Manhattan, Kan. The team won three sportsmanship awards in four years at the Knoxville event. “A lot of that has been a lot of fun, but you can’t do that every year,”
Parcher continues to recognize the team’s top sportsman each year. “I’ve coached hundreds of kids,” Parcher said. “The team is a team of talented kids and almost all of them go on to significant careers in high school and college, a few in the pros. As a result of that there have been a lot of memories and a lot of those guys are still around and I get to see them from time to time. That’s great. I really enjoy that.” Tree of Life athletics director Yohana Hill credits Parcher for building the school’s baseball program. “Everyone loves coach Parcher,” she said. “It is amazing. I can go into any baseball environment in Columbus and someone there will know ‘Parch.’ He has coached fathers, sons and grandsons. He is a talented and knowledgeable baseball coach and has been for decades, but he is an even better individual. “I believe that many would say that baseball is his passion, but even though I know he loves the game immensely, I think mentoring and disciplining young men is truly his passion.” It appears Parcher has no intentions of stepping away from the game. “I’m still enjoying myself. There are some various things that will determine whether I decide to come back. One is whether I feel like the group coming up still wants me to be involved. The other would be my health. I’m in reasonably good health. I have a lot of pain in my joints, so I’m doing a lot of sitting down now,” he said. “Every year is gravy from now on. Anything I get after this point is certainly a blessing. I’ve had a great ride. I really have enjoyed it. All of it has been joyful, even the parts that were difficult.”
Parcher said of competing on the national level. “You have to have both the talent and the interest.” Parcher has coached several players who have enjoyed successful careers in baseball, including Mike Durant, who played in the program in the early 1980s. Durant, a catcher, played at Watterson and Ohio State before playing with the Minnesota Twins in 1996. Parcher recalled that Jeff Smith, who retired as baseball coach at Centennial in 2006, won the Comets’ first fdirenna@thisweeknews.com sportsmanship award in 1962. www.ThisWeekSPORTS.com
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Presidents Cup champions The OP Eagles U11 Green team won the Ohio South Presidents Cup in Dayton. Team members (from left) are Maddie Devoe, Lizzie Howard, Anna Dobies, Brenna Smith, Abby Wild, Abbie Morris, Anna Wenzinger, Brooke Smith, Maddy James and Molly Morgan. Also pictured is coach Fabyan Saxe.
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Continued from page A5 one with seven teams. “We are staying with the possibility of adding five new schools and having 23 teams in the league,” Hayes said. “It seems to be the idea with the most support. I think, for the big picture, that’s the best scenario.” Bloom-Carroll athletics director Chad Little said it might be time for change if only for the fast growth of suburban schools. “Licking Heights was outgrowing everyone (in the MSL-Cardinal) and Bloom-Carroll is the smallest school in the MSL-Buckeye,” Little said. “When you are going up against (largeenrollment) schools like Canal (Winchester) and Teays Valley, especially in sports like football, you worry about injuries. You have concerns for the well-being of the kids.” As for a timetable for restructuring the MSL, Hayes would like to have things in order by the end of the calendar year.
The Mid-State League will undergo changes after six schools announced in the spring that they will be leaving at the end of the 2012-13 school year. Below is the current alignment: •MSL-Buckeye — Amanda-Clearcreek, Bloom-Carroll, Canal Winchester, Circleville, Fairfield Union, Hamilton Township, Logan Elm and Teays Valley •MSL-Cardinal — Berne Union, Fisher Catholic, Grandview, Harvest Prep, Liberty Union, *Licking Heights, Millersport and West Jefferson •MSL-Ohio — Bexley, Columbus Academy, *Granville, *Heath, *Lakewood, *Licking Valley, *Newark Catholic and Whitehall *Leaving MSL after 2012-13 school year
“My desire, as I shared with athletics directors and superintendents, is to know what we are doing by December,” he said. “Doing that will meet the guidelines of our league constitution. We (as a league) can vote on changes in either December or May, and we want to have things in line by December.” shennen@thisweeknews.com www.ThisWeekSPORTS.com
LARSON Continued from page A5 it then things will continue to go down and will do more harm than good.” Mary Wells, Westerville Central, bowling: “Defeat and
disappointment are part of any game you play. What is important is that you are gracious in both victory and defeat.” Speaking of being gracious, win or lose, the student-athletes next week will discuss how they
hoping she could get the ball to fall in left field so we could win it. (The grand slam) was something I never saw coming.” The Wildcats advanced to a regional semifinal at Ohio State, where they lost to Marysville 12-1 to finish the season 23-7. Davidson catcher Kaylyn Heading said the district final was the kind of game that a player never forgets. “It was 22 innings and those type of games just don’t come around often,” said Heading, who played four seasons at Rio Grande and graduated in 2010 with a degree in professional and business communication. “Courtney pitched great and then came up and got the big hit like she had throughout the season. It was a pretty magical ending. It’s still pretty cool, even today.” Forte said the game might never have reached the 22nd inning had a rule change not been made before the 2006 season. Before that, after games reached the 10th inning, they were played according to international rules. That meant at the beginning of each half inning, a runner was placed at second base with no outs. “We lost a district final that way to Mount Vernon (3-1 in 10 innings in 2002) and I had been pushing to get the rule changed for years,” Forte said. “I had
been on both sides of the international tiebreaker, but I think the game is much-improved without it.” Before Smith’s grand slam, it was her right fielder and catcher who combined to make the game’s biggest play 11 innings earlier. Phillips was at second base with two outs in the top of the 11th when Kellie Schultz singled to right field. Phillips hesitated as she rounded third as right fielder Abbey Parsley threw to Heading. There was a collision at the plate, but Heading held on to the ball to end the scoring threat. “Courtney had a great individual performance, but we made some great defensive plays across the board and that (play at the plate) was definitely one of those,” Forte said. “I was talking to Abbey last week and she said that it was one of the most memorable plays she had as a softball player.” Along with her 29 strikeouts, Smith surrendered 14 hits and issued two walks, one in the sixth and one in the 11th. The Wildcats had 16 hits against Phillips. “That game was a duel between Courtney and Sarah Phillips,” Heading said. “Courtney was always one to find ways to get people out. I remember her riseball, screwball and changeup were working. She just found ways to, not neces-
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sarily strike them out, but to get people out.” Smith graduated from the University of Indianapolis in 2010 with a marketing degree. She stayed in Indianapolis and works in communications for an economic development firm called Develop Indy. “I was talking to a guy from work last week who was a swimmer in high school,” Smith said. “I told him about it and he thought it was great and really had an appreciation that I had played in a game like that. It definitely was a game that I’ll never forget.” shennen@thisweeknews.com www.ThisWeekSPORTS.com
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Abdominal pain not uncommon in children Recurrent abdominal pain is very prevalent in children and adolescents, making it one of the most common reasons children are referred to a pediatric gastroenterologist, a doctor who treats problems with the digestive tract and liver. One common functional disorder that causes abdominal pain in children is irritable bowel syndrome. IBS is a gastrointestinal disorder that manifests itself as recurrent abdominal pain associated with changes in bowel movements. Children with IBS may have diarrhea, constipation or both. A typical symptom is bellyache around the belly button that usually goes away or gets better after a bowel movement. Between bellyaches, the child feels fine. The exact cause of IBS is unknown, but it is believed to be due to hypersensitive nerve cells that reside in the intestines and send messages to the brain. Stress, certain types of foods such as spicy or greasy foods, caffeine, chocolate or milk have been known to trigger IBS symptoms. Physical and emotional trauma can also play a role in the development of IBS.
Some children with IBS tend to be more sensitive to stressful situations such as family conflict, moving, taking tests and issues with peers. Sometimes, triggers DESALEGN are never identified. Though IBS generally YACOB doesn’t lead to serious health problems, it may affect school attendance and daily function. It is important to consult your primary care physician to address the problem and rule out other reasons why your child may be having abdominal pain. Functional dyspepsia (indigestion) is another common functional disorder. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, burping, decreased appetite, stomach pain and/or bloating. It is not associated with bowel movement changes. Indigestion usually happens infrequently, but be sure to monitor symptoms regularly and consult your primary physician with concerns. Some other gastrointestinal problems
that may cause recurrent abdominal pain are Celiac disease, gastritis and lactose intolerance. Your doctor will decide what labs and tests need to be done, based on the symptoms and physical exam. More serious diseases such as appendicitis, Crohn’s disease, inflammation of the pancreas, stomach ulcers and intestinal blockage will typically cause sudden and persistent pain with other associated symptoms such as severe vomiting, fever, bloody stools or significant weight loss. Diagnosis of any functional gastrointestinal disorder is based on a thorough history and physical exam, along with a few basic lab tests. Treatment may involve dietary and lifestyle changes and/or medication. Consult your primary care physician if you suspect your child may be suffering from any of these disorders. Dr. Desalegn Yacob is an attending physician in the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and an assistant professor of Clinical Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Grandview police • Officers stopped a Dayton man’s vehicle July 17 on Dublin Road for an equipment violation. During the course of the traffic stop, drugs were found in the vehicle that the man admitted to being his. He was found to have two active warrants out of Montgomery and Fairfield counties. He was also found to be under 14 active license suspensions. He was arrested and during an inventory of his vehicle, cash and drugs that were packaged for sale were recovered. The vehicle was impounded and the man taken to the police department for processing. At the department, the man attempted to destroy evidence in his cell phone by placing it in his mouth and attempting to eat it. Officers subdued the man, who knocked out two of his own teeth while biting the phone. Pepper spray was used on the man during the struggle. He was taken to the OSU emergency room for treatment before being taken to the Franklin County Jail. He was charged with obstructing
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10 experienced commer PROGRAM cial electricians needed for Atlas Butler Heating & various sites in central Cooling, Central Ohio’s Ohio. Must have tools, largest Residential Heating transportation, and good & Air Conditioning service HELP WANTED work history. Paid benefits. and new equipment Call 1-888-932-3564 for im SKILLED TRADES replacement provider, is mediate consideration. now accepting resumes for a program which is FORKLIFT AUTO designed for individuals MECHANIC DETAILERS who are looking for a longCentral Ohio Forklifts has 2 experienced detailers term career and have the an needed. immediate need for an ex - desire to learn the heating, Lots of work! New facilities! perienced forklift mechan ventilating, and air Looking for the best! conditioning industry. If ic. We offer competitive Lindsay Acura & Honda you are selected for this wages, training & Call Wes at 614-551-3859 program, we will provide benefits. Please email re all the necessary training sume Carpenter’s Helper to assure your success. Cof4150@gmail.com or fax Siding, carpentry, gutters, Applicants must have resume to 614-351-5123 paint. Minimum 3 years ex earned a High School perience. Must have valid Diploma or its equivalent. DL. 614-873-8800 We are seeking honest, General Mainteannce caring individuals who Repair display a positive attitude, Carpentry/Cabinet/ Must be qualified and able a willingness to work hard, to do various restorations, Construction strong mechanical and repairs on rental and Closets by Design, one of aptitude, and good commercial properties. the largest cabinet makers communication skills. Fax Resume to 614-885in the US seeks a F/T cabi Other requirements include 5920 net installer. Duties in good driving record, clean clude cabinet making and and currently GM Dealer Parts background, installation, trim work and residing within 30 miles of customer service. Must Counter downtown Columbus. have at least 1 year of car Chesrown Chevy is These are entry-level pentry experience, but no seeking positions that provide a more than 15. Pay range An experienced GM parts clear path for future is $30k to $40k DOE in Counterperson with ADP advancement for the right cluding medical dental and Experience. Call Jay at applicants. If you are 401k benefits. Send re 614-560-1835 or email interested in taking sume to 740-965-1085 or jweaver@chesrown.com advantage of this call 614-430-9802. Not a for an interview. opportunity, please e-mail seasonal position, guaran your resume to Greg at teed 40 hrs per wk all year GM Service gbenua@atlasbutler.com long. WWW.closetsbydesi or fax your resume to (614) Technicians gn.com 294-1625. Atlas Butler is a Needed Electro-Mechanic Drug Free, Equal Plastic processing co. Len Immke Buick GMC Opportunity Employer. seeks a skilled ElectroTrucks has immediate Mechanic. Qualified appli - openings for flat rate serv INSTALLERS cants are those with multiice techs. Prefer with trans tasking skills who diag and repair experience The leading manufacturer possesses the following: but would train right candi of emergency vehicles is ± PLC program skills date on trans repair. Look seeking experienced utilizing RSLogic. ing for people wanting vehicle installers. The ± Strong mechanical long term employment and qualified candidates must aptitude. willing to grow with rapidly be proficient with hand ± Adherence to Electrical growing service depart tools, pneumatic tools, and Safe Work Practices a ment. 401K, health insur have prior hardware must. ance, vacation are some of assembly experience in the ± Skilled at the beneifts. Stop in 300 N. RV, truck, or automotive troubleshooting highly Hamilton Rd., or call 614industry. We offer automated equipment. 864-9200 ask for Craig competitive wages and an ± Able to interpret and un Barger Service Manager excellent benefit package. derstand basic electrical, Horton is a Drug Free HVAC TECH mechanical,pneumatic & Workplace. For COMM/RES hydraulic drawings confidential consideration, Perfect opportunity with es and functions. please stop in for an tablished Co. Experience ± Able to work individually application at: with RTU, HP, Split, Boiler & in a team setting. & Controls. Established Please include a cover HORTON EMERGENCY Comm. customer base a letter outlining your back VEHICLES plus. TOP PAY, full bene ground and 3800 MCDOWELL ROAD fits, company truck Drug wage requirements. GROVE CITY, OHIO 43123 Free EOE Must have valid Qaulified E/O/E drivers license Apply M-F applicants please respond To place an ad for your at Ohio Heating, 1465 to bazaar or seasonal event Clara Ave 43211 tami_444@ymail.com. call (740) 888-5003 (local call) Call 614-863-6666 EEO.
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INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION JOBS Veyance Technologies, Inc., Marysville, Ohio, conveyor belt manufacturing plant is anticipating openings for production associates in the current year. Candidates for these jobs should have prior experience in moderate to heavy industrial type work and should be able to read and write legibly. Must be capable of heavy lifting (up to 70 pounds occasionally) and sustained moderate work in an industrial environment. Must be able to work safely with others as part of a crew. To apply, go to www. applytoveyance.com An Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer
INSULATION INSTALLER Atlas Butler Heating & Cooling is now in the Home Energy business! We are seeking an experienced Insulation Installer to join our team and help us begin this new chapter in our company’s long and successful history. Successful candidates must have several years experience installing insulation in existing homes (not new construction). Other necessary qualifications include a clean background, good driving record, and a professional, team-oriented attitude. Competitive wage & full benefit package available. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k). Qualified candidates should call Greg at (614) 737-8609, e-mail your resume to gbenua@atlasbutler.com or fax resume to (614) 2941625. Atlas Butler is a Drug Free, Equal Opportunity Employer.
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MECHANIC Set up/break down thermoforming machinery & make minor repairs. Maintain records of modifi cation to upgrade ma chines. Work with min. supervision & main tain full compliment of tools. $17.99/HR to start. Great benefits. Email to: tmartin@ genpak.com
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Plumbers / Helpers Experienced Plumbers & Helpers for Commerical work. Call 614-263-1851
Residential Service Technicians Atlas Butler Heating & Cooling is currently searching for Residential Service Technicians with at least 3 years of residential troubleshooting experience. At Atlas Butler, you can progress at your own pace in our innovative compensation program and your earnings potential is unlimited! We have year round work and our training program has won two national awards. We offer 40 hours of paid training per year so you can keep up on new products. Requirements include EPA certification, clean background, good driving record, and a great attitude. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) plan. If interested and qualified, please contact Greg at (614) 737-8609, fax resume to (614) 294-1625 Attn: Greg, or e-mail resume to gbenua@atlasbutler.com. Atlas Butler is a Drug Free, Equal Opportunity Employer.
Telephone System Techs Echo 24 is seeking a technician to join our staff. Qualified applicants must possess a minimum of 2 years experience installing and programming key / PBX telephone and voice mail systems. VoIP experience a plus. Willingness and ability to travel and work odd hours a must. E-mail resume and salary history to echoes@echo24.com or fax 740-964-7083.
needed for large fleet. Must be able to supply own tools and box. For info call 614-539-6121.
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Drivers Road & Yard Drivers CPC Logistics, a national organization headquartered in St. Louis, MO has a need for CDL-A drivers in East Liberty, OH. HIRING DRIVERS TO HAUL AUTO PARTS µ Home Daily µ Paid Holidays & Vacations µ Benefits with Medical, Dental & Life Insurance µ 401K µ No touch freight Road Jobs require Class A CDL with two years verifiable OTR exp. Must have clean MVR with no DUI/DWI. HazMat preferred, but not required. Call CPC Logistics at 800-274-3721 & check us out online at www.callcpc.com Application can be completed at our East Liberty office, 11590 Township Rd. 298
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Mechanic Amsted Rail-Griffin Wheel, the leading manufacturer of railroad wheels in North America, is currently seeking a qualified individual for the position of Mechanic for our Groveport foundry. This position troubleshoots repairs and performs preventative maintenance on facility machinery and equipment. Must be able to work without direct supervision, be a self starter, pay attention to details including accurate data collection/entry and tracking of preventative maintenance information. Hours of work will be 3 pm to 11 pm; daily and weekend overtime is required. The ideal candidate will have 5 years of verifiable industrial maintenance experience. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and successfully complete screening and skills tests prior to interviewing. We offer very good compensation and a comprehensive benefit package. Job offer contingent on background check and physical including drug screen. Resumes detailing skills and experience should be mailed to: “Mechanic” Amsted Rail-Griffin Wheel 3900 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH 43125 EEO M/F
The Superior Die, Tool & Machine Co. is a family-owned manufacturer of Stamping Dies and Sheet Metal Stampings. We provide machining services throughout the Midwest for all types of machining work. We have two plants located in Columbus, Ohio servicing the automotive, agriculture and heavy truck industries. We have over ninety (90) years of providing cost-effective solutions to our customers in our manufacturing operations.
Current Openings: 1st Shift • CNC Machinist • Maintenance Supervisor • Maintenance Mechanic • Project Engineer (Tool & Die) • Tool & Die Maintenance
2nd Shift CNC Machinist CNC Machinist Lead/Programmer CMM Programmer / Quality Auditor Press Operator - Progressive Tooling Maintenance Mechanic Tool & Die Maintenance We offer a competitive salary, benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance and 401k. To apply, send your resume via MS Word to Michele.Hager@Superior-DieTool.com. Or, you mail your resume to 2301 Fairwood Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43207. Indicating the position of interest and salary history / requirements.
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Drivers Wanted Teams or Solos to run team for dedicated team runs Know when you leave & when you get Home No Touch Freight 100% Drop & Hook Weekly Pay No Hold Back 41.5 CPM miles split + more! No felonies Clean MVR 1 year exp. in last 3 yrs. Martin Welch Transportation, Inc A Fedex Ground Contractor 614-619-1200
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Technical Testing Analyst for NetJets Services, Inc. in Columbus, OH. Confers w/ managers in QA organization & NetJets to define business data processing problems to be resolved w/ technical testing. Bachelor’s in CS, CE, CIS, IS, MIS, or similar field, plus 5 yrs progressive exp. in systems analysis to include 2 yrs hands-on exp. w/ quality testing. (Will also accept a Master’s degree in one of the above fields, w/ 3 yrs progressive exp. in sys. analysis, incl. 2 yrs hands-on exp. w/ quality testing, gained before, during, or after the Master’s degree.) Must be proficient in: Asp.Net, IIS, C#, Sql Server2005, Java, J2EE, EJB, WebSphere, and Oracle 10g; in using automated test tools (Mercury/HP); & in training/mentoring staff in the use of automated tools. Must have demonstrated ability to effectively communicate w/ staff members & supervisors. Must be able to work evenings & weekends to meet project deliverables. Email resume to jthorne@netjets.com.
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BILLING SPECIALIST ENGAGE Healthcare Business Services provides billing services to physicians and we are looking for a billing specialists with at least one year of experience in physician billing. Send resume to HR-BS, 4619 Kenny Rd., Columbus, OH 43220, or email employment@ engagehbs.com
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EARLY INTERVENTION SPECIALIST Fairfield DD is currently seeking a ft EI Specialist to join our team in supporting families of infants/toddlers (age 03) with developmental disabilities/delays. The EI Specialist works with caregivers of infants/toddlers and builds upon family strengths and provides supports to assist families to enhance their child’s learning and development.
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The FCBDD does not discriminate in provision of services or employment because of handicap, race, color, creed, national origin, sex or age. Deadline for applications is July 25th, 2011. EEO/AA APPLY ONLINE AT FAIRFIELD COUNTY BOARD OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES WEBSITE JOIN OUR TEAM www.FairfieldDD.com No Phone calls or mailed resumes
Growing home health office in Gahanna is recruiting a RN Home Care Certified Coder. OASIS-C experience necessary; certification preferred. One year experience in home care preferred. Certification preferred for both, but perfect candidate will receive additional training if needed. *Medical benefit as low as $55/mo. *Benefits start 1st mo. After 30 days *14 Days vacation 1st year; 6 paid holidays Email resume to: employment@signaturehe alth.org or fax to 330-6668129. Only qualified applicants will be considered. HOME HEALTH AIDES NEEDED
For Home Healthcare company. Free training with placement . Placement guaranteed if you have a loved one or neighbor that you would like to take care of. For info or to register call 614-484-2522
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Come join a great team! Busy NW area ophthalmology office seeking F/T ophthalmic assistant. Experience with ophthalmology required. Great hours, benefits and location. Fax resume to 614-451-8642. Email to: JWeaver@NorthwestEyeS urgeons.com Background check will be done before hiring.
OPTICIAN FT licensed dispensing Optician. No late eve nings! Experience with VSP a must! Fax resume & salary requirements to: Harris Opticians at 614-261-4505. 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 skpclinic@ gmail.com PHYSICIAN, PT For busy, downtown Columbus family practice. Email resume to: Rnewma3@ columbus.rr.com
Psychiatric Advanced Practice Nurse APN/CNP sought to join high quality CMHC psy chiatry team and collabo rate with outstanding inter disciplinary team. Full-time, part-time and contract op tions available. No late evenings, weekends or call required. Previous psychia try experience preferred. Excellent salary, benefit package and work setting available. Send resume to adavidson@nhyfc.com, or mail to Anne Davidson, MD, New Horizons Youth and Family Center, 1592 Granville Pike, Lancaster, OH 43130 EOE
Experienced MA needed for busy office. OB/GYN office preferred. Benefits available. Fax resume to: 614-434-2440 Medical Contract Receptionist Dietitian Needed, previous St. Vincent Family Center medical experience is seeking qualified candi required. Excellent dates for a Contract Dieti salary / benefit package. tian position to provide in For immediate considera dividual, family, and group tion. Fax resume to RECEPTIONIST education about a healthy 614-863-5010. Come join a great team! diet, collaborate with staff NURSE Busy NW area to offer education and Northeast Surgical ophthalmology office menu planning to clients Wound Care seeking F/T check out and their families and con - Unique opportunity for Ad receptionist. Three years duct parenting groups to vanced Practice Nurse experience with assist parents with home who has a special interest computerized scheduling meal planning and educa - in wound care and primary and charge entry required, tion. Qualified candidates dermatology. Providing Ophthalmology preferred. must be a Licensed and comprehensive wound Great hours, benefits and Registered Dietitian with care assessments, consul location. Fax resume to project management expe tation and patient docu 614-451-8642. Email to rience and excellent mentation in long term JWeaver@NorthwestEyeS written/verbal communica care facilities, home care urgeons.com tion skills. Hours are flexi - and LTACH’S. Autonomy. Background check will be ble and will be MondayCollaborating physicians done before hiring. Friday. Qualified candi and colleague support. dates should print and STNA Salary based on experi complete an employment ence and expertise. Flexi Immediate application at www.svfc.or ble schedule, education al Availability g and mail along with re - lotment, licensure and mal sume to St. Vincent Family practice fee paid and bene Center - 1490 E. Main St., fits. Columbus area. Appli Columbus, Ohio 43205 or Worthington Christian cants must have a national fax completed documents Village certification as a Nurse to 614-252-8468. EOE The Caring Community Practitioner in adult health, No phone calls please. Is a great place to work family health or geriatric offering a total ministry care. Email to: kfrench@ne to the senior adults of sao.com fax to: 216-524Seeking PT licensed Central Ohio. We are 0111. Additional info at: w dietitian for WIC program. currently seeking caring ww.neswc.com under APN Send resume to: staff for our career opportunity. Madison County WIC 306 Lafayette St, Health Care Center PO Box 467 P/T Every other weekend London, Ohio 43140 7a-3p / 3p-11p or fax 740-852-4223 Classifieds sell Come be part of our team! To place an ad for your
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The University of Toledo College of Nursing is recruiting creative and highly motivated individuals with a PhD or DNP (MSN considered) for the following positions: • Assistant/Associate Professor Certified or Certification eligible Family Nurse Practitioner • Assistant/Associate Professor Certified or Certification eligible Pediatric Nurse Practitioner • Assistant/Associate Professor Certified or Certification eligible Psych Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist This is a 10 month contract with opportunity for summer supplemental appointment. Salary Range: $ 61,000 $77,200 depending on rank and qualifications. The College of Nursing offers BSN, MSN, CNL, DNP, and Nurse Educator degrees and certificate programs. Applications can be submitted at the following link: http://www.jobs.utoledo. edu Reviews will begin after July 15, 2011. For further information: Cheryl Gies, DNP, CNP, RN, Assistant Professor, Chair, Search Committee College of Nursing, University of Toledo, 3000 Arlington Ave, Mail Stop 1026, Toledo, Ohio 43614-2598 cheryl.gies@utoledo.edu (e-mail) 419-383-5862 (office) 419-383-5818 (secretary). The University of Toledo is an Equal Access/EEO Employer and Educator
HELP WANTED FINANCIAL/BANKING A/R Specialist F/T National Medical Service Provider seeking selfstarter w/ min. of 2 yrs. experience. Primary responsibilities include entering revenue charges and preparing monthly revenue logs, preparing and mailing customer invoices, posting payments to customer accounts, making following up calls to customers on invoices, and preparing monthly accounts receivable aged trial balances. Candidates must have prior experience in accounts receivable functions and Microsoft Office programs. Experience with Peachtree and Great Plains accounting software if preferred. E-mail resume with salary requirements to careers@aksm.com or fax to 614-299-2478.
QI Coordinator RN preferred with Associate’s degree or higher. Two years clinical nursing experience; one year experience in quality function in a healthcare setting; and QI experience with knowledge of HEDIS, NCQA, URAC, or JCAHO required. The selected candidate will support QA improvement initiatives, audit medical records, and monitor performance measures. We offer a comprehensive compensation & benefit package including tuition reimbursement and paid parking. If you are a compassionate individual with a passion for serving others, apply online and experience More! Search by job title for positions in Columbus, Ohio.
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STNA’s (All Shifts) Dietary Aides (All Shifts) We offer excellent benefits including: • Competitive wages • Full benefit package • Paid vacations & holidays • Tuition reimbursement Please apply! Arlington Court 1605 NW Professional Plaza Upper Arlington, OH 43220 vhcjobs@vrablehealthcare.com www.vrablehealthcare.com EOE
SURGERY SCHEDULER Come join a great team! Busy NW area ophthalmology office seeking F/T Surgery Scheduler for five surgeons. Experience with ophthalmology necessary. COA, or COT preferred. Great hours, benefits and locations. Fax resume to 614-451-8642. Email to: JWeaver@NorthwestEyeS urgeons.com
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Biomedical Support Engineers Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine is seeking two Biomedical Support Engineers with exceptional technical expertise to join our team to support the various clinical, academic & research technologies including electronic health records, health information technology & interfaces with digital devices. Ideal candidate will be committed to working effectively with students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. For a full job description and to apply online, please visit: http//www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/573 Ohio University offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, a 403b retirement plan; and full tuition waivers for employees and their families. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Urbana University is cur rently seeking applications for a Director of Student Fi nancial Services. The suc cessful candidate will ad minister and supervise all Federal, State, and Institu tional financial aid pro grams. Duties include rec onciliation of all Federal, State and Institutional fi nancial aid programs; com pilation of yearly federal audit materials; disburse ment of student aid; verifi cation of student data; award processing for stu dents; file Federal Reports; request payment for all Federal and State grant funding from the US De partment of Education; process all Federal Staf ford, PLUS and alternative loans. Create award strat egies for campus-based aid programs; update the financial aid website with all pertinent information on a rolling basis; Act as a liai son with member agen cies; perform data entry for all NCAA scholarships on the NCAA website; present High School Financial Aid nights at local high schools; award endowed scholarships as listed by the University Foundation Board. Other duties in clude but may not be limit ed to participation on the various University commit tees. Minimum Qualifica tions: Bachelor’s degree required, masters preferred in Business or related field; 3-5 years progressive fi nancial aid experience; Powerfaids administration experience and good cus tomer service and phone etiquette. Review of appli cations will begin immedi ately and continue until the position is filled. Qualified applicants please submit a cover letter, resume & three professional referen ces to astevens@ urbana.edu (Word docu ment please) hard copies may be sent to: Urbana University, Human Resour ces Office, 579 College Way, Urbana OH 43078. EOAA.
Office Manager/ Bookkeeper David Downey and Associates, located in the Gahanna/Reynoldsburg area is searching for an Office Manager/ Bookkeeper. This 30 year old company provides auto detail and appearance services to dealerships throughout Central Ohio. Position will have the responsibility of all financials including A/P, payroll (8-10 employees) and other general office duties. 3-5 years experience working with Quickbooks is a must. Position requires 30-40 hours per week. Resumes must include salary history and expectations to be considered. Background and drug test required. Send resumes and cover letter to terrybird@earthlink.net EOE
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by helping our students discover theirs OHIO University Culinary Services is seeking a well qualified individual for the position of:
Assistant Manager (baking experience highly preferred) For more information and to apply, complete the online application process at the following link: http://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/444 This position will remain open until filled. For full consideration apply by July 31, 2011.
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by helping our students discover theirs Compensation Specialist Help implement and administer state of the art compensation programs; conducts competitive market analysis; provides evaluation and advice to management regarding performance management and salary administration.
Employee & Labor Relations Sr. Specialist Assists the Director of ELR in administration and negotiation of Collective Bargaining Agreements and resolution of ELR cases. Master’s in related field strongly preferred or Bachelor’s with equivalent experience. Minimum 3 years experience in ELR field. We offer competitive compensation and outstanding benefits, including educational benefits for employees and eligible dependents. Applications accepted until positions are filled. For full consideration, apply by 7/31/11. For more information and to apply, visit www.ohiouniversityjobs.com
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HELP WANTED PARTTIME/SEASONAL Telephone Interviewers Interviewers wanted immediately to conduct phone interviews for research firm. Must be dependable. College deg. is preferred, high school diploma is required. Four hr. shifts avail. 10am-6pm, 6pm-10pm M-Th. Applications only avail. at 995 Goodale Blvd, 2nd Fl. For more info call 614-220-8860. Phone interview will follow for viable applicants.
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Energetic reps needed for an Inbound call center in Westerville. $10/hr + un limited bonuses! Full time hours between 11a-10p, M-F, some Sat. shifts. Email resumes to hober@i nnosourceinc.com, or call 614-775-1400.
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Buckeye Community Health Plan, a subsidiary of Centene Corporation®, is a Medicaid Managed Care Organization providing our membership with quality healthcare, service, and the personal attention deserved to grow healthy and stay healthy. Due to exciting growth we currently have the following position available:
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There is something very special inside our company. You see it reflected in our products, our way of doing business and our relationships with the wider world. And you see it reflected in our safety-first, quality-focused culture, our sense of empowerment and teamwork, and our people. Proud to be the largest yogurt manufacturing plant in the U.S.—the 3rd largest in the world and still growing—every member of our team is committed to our mission to bring health through food to the largest number of people. We now seek mechanically inclined doers, who are open to new ideas, to join our high-tech facility in Minster, Ohio. Due to our recent growth, the following positions are currently available: • HR Manager • HR Associate • Production/Processing Operators • Maintenance Mechanics • Maintenance Interns • Reliability Engineers • Continuous Improvement Engineers • Corporate Packaging Engineer • Automation Engineer To learn more and to apply, visit: dannon.com/careers. (Reference Columbus when selecting media source) EOE
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$
Stk#11358
2011 CHRYSLER 200
*
Ø DUE AT SIGNING
MSRP $21,995
TOWN And Don’t 2011 CHRYSLER & COUNTRY Forget MSRP Liberty’s 31,685 MSRP SUMMER SELL DOWN Customer 29,810 SUMMER SELL DOWN Convenience As Low As $28,496 $ As Low As $26,796 346* Pledge 2011 WRANGLER UNLIMITED
STK#11188
STK#11079
$
$
or Lease For
2011 JEEP LIBERTY • Free Oil Changes SPORT 4X4 • Free MSRP $ 26,755 Loaner SUMMER SELL DOWN Vehicles $ As Low As 19,951 • Free Car or Lease $ 290* Ø DUE AT SIGNING Washes For 2011 DODGE JOURNEY • Up To MAINSTREET 120% Kelly Blue MSRP $ 27,535 Book SUMMER SELL DOWN $ For Your As Low As 22,496 or Lease $ 323* Ø DUE AT SIGNING Trade For STK#11360
Ø DUE AT SIGNING
2011 DODGE DURANGO STK#11354
$
MSRP 35,215
SUMMER SELL DOWN
As Low As $29,296
2011 DODGE RAM
STK#11262
STK#11064
$
MSRP 21,510
SUMMER SELL DOWN
As Low As $16,926
*ALL PAYMENTS ARE 39 MONTH LEASES, Ø DUE AT SIGNING PLUS TAX, LEASES ALLOW 10,000 MILES PER YEAR, 12,000 MILES ON CHRYSLER 200 PAYMENT WITH APPROVED CREDIT, FINANCED THROUGH ALLY BANK AND INCLUDE LEASE CONQUEST CASH. ALL REBATES TO DEALER. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS, OFFER EXPIRES 7/31/11.
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