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Henderson promoted to development post By NATE ELLIS ThisWeek Community Newspaper Joe Henderson, Pickerington’s city planner since 2005, was promoted last week to serve as development services director. That means for the first time in nearly four months, Pickerington has a fulltime department director for the city’s business retention, expansion and recruitment efforts.

Henderson, 31, was promoted by city manager Bill Vance to fill a position that had been vacant since Susan Crotty was placed on administrative leave on March 22 and terminated April 4. Crotty was paid a $75,000 annual salary at the time of her dismissal; Henderson will receive a $67,500 annual salary. “I’m excited,” said Henderson, a resident of German Village in Columbus. “I have a lot of work ahead of me, but I’m ready for it.”

Vance announced Henderson’s promotion through a press release issued after the close of business on July 13. On July 14, Vance said he chose Henderson, one of 32 people who applied for the job, because of his “local knowledge, dedication and loyalty to the philosophies we’re incorporating into our development services efforts.” Vance and Violet Township director of operations Bill Yaple had discussed jointly employing township economic

development director Joy Davis to handle economic development issues for both governments. That proposal was presented June 22 to Pickerington City Council’s planning, projects and services committee, which instructed Vance to provide more details of how the arrangement would work. Last week, Vance said a joint director for the city and township remains an option for the future, but current projects being proposed to Pickerington war-

ranted filling the city’s position immediately. “Those discussions with the township became bigger in scale and that’s going to take a lot more coordination,” he said. “In the meantime, the city’s got an increasing amount of development activity. Therefore, we needed to fill this vacancy.” In making his selection, Vance pointSee HENDERSON, page A6

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DOG DAYS OF SUMMER Soccer complex gets green light from commission By NATE ELLIS ThisWeek Community Newspapers A 115,230-square-foot indoor soccer complex is set for construction on Pickerington’s north side following approvals last week from the city’s planning and zoning commission. The Pickerington Planning and Zoning Commission on July 12 voted 5-2 to approve the project’s certificate of appropriateness related to proposed architectural, landscaping, sign and lighting plans. The vote allowed Homestead Development Co. to clear one of the final hurdles standing in the way of its proposal to build a $4-million indoor soccer complex just west of Hill Road Plaza along Refugee Road. The company has been planning and negotiating with Pickerington officials for more than a year. Now, the developer only needs to secure city building permits for the project, which is expected to occur soon. “We’re obviously excited we’re finally at the end of a long and expensive process,” said Aaron Underhill, an attorney for Homestead. “While there were some trying times, in the end, we did see some support from the city and we’re happy we got it. “We want to open this in October 2012,” he said. “It will take eight to nine months to build.” As designed, the project will include four indoor soccer fields, which the developer plans to lease to local youth athletic organizations, the Pickerington Local School District and other community members. Construction is planned on 16.06 acres formerly owned by the Ebright family.

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(Above) Mariel Bruce watches Lilly (right) play with with Lukie, who was at the new Friends of Violet Township Dog Park with her family July 16. (Left) Gunner takes a break from playing fetch with his owner, Greg Grunder, to enjoy a gulp of water from the dog-sized drinking fountain at the park. The park opened July 1 after more than two years of planning and fundraising. The project was a partnership between Violet Township and residents, who raised approximately $42,000 for the park.

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Disc golf club to host camp and tournament By NATE ELLIS ThisWeek Community Newspapers A Columbus disc golf club will host an instructional camp next month, ahead of the city’s first professional disc golf tournament. In May 2010, Pickerington opened its first public disc golf course at Simsbury Park on state Route 256, under the city water tower. The 18-hole course was designed by Paul “Beard” Jay, president of the nonprofit Columbus Flyers Disc Golf Club, who has designed or assisted in the design of numerous central Ohio disc golf courses, including ones in Grove City, Hilliard and Newark. At the time, he and city officials hoped the project would provide new recreational opportunities to people in the See DISC GOLF, page A3

First Safe Routes to Schools project set to wrap By NATE ELLIS ThisWeek Community Newspapers The first phase of a federally assisted program to encourage safe walking and exercise among local students and residents is expected to be completed this month. Violet Township officials said recently a project to replace existing sidewalks and build new ones at Fairfield Elementary and Diley Middle schools

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should be finished by the end of July. The work represents the first phase of a local project tied to the federal government’s Safe Routes to Schools program, which provides funding to states for projects to connect neighborhoods to schools via multi-use paths. Local officials also hope it will encourage more active lifestyles among students and adults. “The current project is nearly complete and consisted of about 8,000 lineal feet of new sidewalk

in the Summerfield subdivision, near Fairfield Elementary School, and a new multi-use path around Diley Middle School,” said Greg Butcher, Violet Township engineer. “The project was started in June. “SRTS provides an opportunity to make walking and bicycling to school safer and more accessible for children, including those with disabilities, See SAFE ROUTES PROJECT, page A8

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SOCCER COMPLEX Continued from page A1 Although it received initial rezoning approvals from Pickerington City Council in April 2010, the project was delayed by negotiations over possible tax-increment financing plans for the extension of Windmiller Road. After plans for a TIF were scrapped in exchange for Homestead’s commitment to pay for the extension of Windmiller Drive to Stonecreek Drive, build its own private access drive to the facility and pay $137,000 in impact fees to the city, the project also hit a dead end when the planning and zoning commission voted 4-1 on May 10 to deny a certificate of appropriateness. At the time, some planning commission members said they were concerned about inconsistencies between the renderings Homestead provided for the project and the actual building material samples and plans the developer presented and communicated at the meeting. Some members also said they didn’t think Homestead’s proposed building materials complied with zoning standards for the area. Following an appeal by Homestead, the commission in June agreed to reconsider the project, which ultimately led to last week’s approvals.

“This approval promotes how city council and (planning and zoning) leadership are looking for ways to accommodate and negotiate new commercial investments, as every Pickerington commercial design standard does not necessarily make sense for every Pickerington commercial site or commercial building proposal,” city manager Bill Vance said. “I supported this project because this forthcoming indoor sports facility will provide additional recreational opportunities for our community’s residents, it will increase city and (Violet) Township tax bases and it will bring more commercial traffic to our area, which is of benefit to everyone already participating in Pickerington’s regional economy.” Commission members Ted Hackworth and Mark Nicholas opposed Homestead’s certificate of appropriateness. Hackworth said he objected primarily because tin building materials planned for the exterior of the soccer complex don’t comply with zoning standards for that portion of the city. He noted that other projects there have been required to use brick. “It doesn’t meet our design guidelines,” Hackworth said. “In my mind, it’s out of place for where it’s at. “I wasn’t against a soccer com-

In brief plex,” he said. “I just can’t see putting tin siding on a building right next door to where you’ve already required brick buildings. I didn’t see much change in the building (proposal) from May to now.” In addition to the certificate of appropriateness, the project received code waivers for landscape buffers on the west side of the complex, materials for enclosing its dumpster, setback reductions on the east side of the complex and light fixture designs for the rear of the building. Underhill noted the developer agreed to add a number of windows to the top of the rear façade of the building and increased the number of evergreen trees to buffer the back of the facility from 21 to 35. Those trees will be a minimum of six feet tall at the time of their installation, he said. In the future, Homestead intends to develop an estimated $9million, 65,000-square-foot office development just south of the soccer complex and a $5-million to $5.5-million, 35,000-square-foot commercial development that could house stores and restaurants fronting Refugee Road. “Homestead doesn’t have a user of that or a developer for it right now,” Underhill said. “They’re actively marketing it and would love to get something started on that as soon as possible.”

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National Night Out kickoff set July 23 Columbus and communities on the far east side will sponsor a National Night Out Kickoff from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 23, at the Far East Recreation Center, 1826 Lattimer Drive. National Night Out, “America’s Night Out Against Crime,” began in 1984. This year’s event will raise funds for a monument for fallen police officer Brian Hurst. The event is free, but raffle funds and donations will benefit the monument. The community is invited to enjoy barbecued pork, hot dogs, ice cream and prizes. Visit www.tussingblockwatch.com and click on the National Night Out log.

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DISC GOLF Continued from page A1 area, as well as serve as a site for competitive tournaments in the burgeoning sport. Next month, both of the goals will take another step forward. On Aug. 6 and 7, Jay and other Columbus Flyers Disc Golf Club members will host an instructional camp geared toward introducing novices to the sport and providing advanced tutorials for experienced players. Then, on Aug. 13 and 14, the Simsbury Disc Golf Course will host an amateur and professional disc golf tournament. “Pickerington is a large community and there’s a lot of interest,” said Jay, who played disc golf for more than 25 years before a neck injury recently forced him to retire from competitive play. “The sport itself is growing. “That course, that’s my baby out there, for sure. I designed it

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He’ll provide them during instruction and they can be purchased for a donation to his club. He hopes the camp will lead attendees to participate in the tournament the following weekend. The amateur tournament on Aug. 13 will feature recreational, intermediate and advanced divisions. Entry fees are $15, $25 and $35 for the respective divisions. On Aug. 14, the course will host a professional tournament that will be governed by the Professional Disc Golf Association and will be part of the Columbus Point Series. It is a “B-Tier” event and will feature two divisions. Entry fees are $40 and $50. “The top half in every field gets paid or gets prizes,” Jay said. Up to 95 players can participate in each of the two tournaments. For information, visit www.columbusdiscgolf.com and www.PDGA.com.

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The ‘horse-and-buggy physician’ Then: Dr. Grigg Stewart served as the “horse-and-buggy physician” in Pickerington Village from 1879 until his death in 1904. He built an elegant, two-story Victorian home at 38 E. Columbus St. in 1881. The home (shown in this 1979 photo) also served as his office, as indicated by the two front doors (see current photo below). Dr. Stewart’s working clothes included a black top hat and a long black coat. He was known for his practical jokes and enjoyment of riding his horses at a rapid pace through Pickerington streets. After Dr. Stewart’s death, his home was turned into a boarding house. During the 1940s, it was home to George and Peggy Beglin. George sold apples picked in his orchard while Peggy was famous for the coconut cream pies she baked at Moore’s Restaurant, located a few houses west. Homeowners during the 1950s and ’60s included Walter Moore (Moore’s Restaurant owner) and Olgie and Bertie Gambill. Now: Dr. Stewart’s home was restored to its original form in 1986 and currently serves as an office building which houses Oberdorf Family Chiropractic and Placzkiewicz and Dye’s law offices. This restored Victorian home can be seen while shopping for fresh local produce, sidewalk and yard sale treasures during the Olde Village Flea Market on Saturday, Aug. 6, between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Another fun and free source of entertainment in the Olde Village is the Pickerington-Violet Township Historical Society Museum at 15 E. Columbus St. Admission is always free. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. Displays include photos and artifacts from many Pickerington families and businesses that thrived in the late 1800s and early 1900s. More information about the museum and flea market can be found online at www.pickeringtonhistoricalsociety.com.

Letters Anti-levy signs were stolen To the editor: I am very disappointed to report that of the first 10 “Vote NO on August 2” signs placed between the evening of July 15 and the following morning, eight were stolen in less than 24 hours. The locations were along Diley Road, Lockville Road, Opportunity Way and Hill Road. All locations were submitted and approved, in writing, by the Pickerington city manager and were on public property. A police report was filed and any of the remaining 90 signs placed by other volunteers over the weekend that go missing will be added to that report. Due to the locations and high mortality rate in such a short time, it would not appear to be a random act. One can only be hopeful that freedom of speech and respect for others, even if opinions differ, will prevail. I imagine those volunteers campaigning for the tax levy would be equally upset should their signs be removed. Jan Anderson Pickerington

Chamber supports school district levy To the editor: The Pickerington Area Chamber of Commerce board of directors announces their endorsement of the Pickerington Local School District tax levy. The passing of the school levy will provide PLSD the opportunity to: • Maintain the level of excellence that has earned it the reputation as one of the elite academic school systems in central Ohio. • Continue and expand foreign language opportunities. • Continue and expand opportunities for gifted students, especially in the areas of math and science. • Restore intervention services for the students who need them most. • Review and possibly decrease “pay-to-participate” costs for all students who participate in co-curricular or extracurricular activities.

nine years ago because of the quality of the schools. We want the best educational opportunities for our children. And we both will do what it takes to maintain that educational excellence. As my daughters entered school, I began my own journey with the schools as well. From serving as president of the Fairfield Elementary PTO to being a member of the PLSD Superintendent’s Advisory Council, I believe in the importance of getting involved in order to make a difference. However, it is as a member of the Treasurer’s Advisory Council that I truly have had my eyes opened. With 10 years of professional experience in banking and finance, I am comfortable around numbers. So it was with interest that I started listening to and processing the story of the current financial pressures that face public schools and — in particular — the Pickerington Local School District. State funding cuts, failed tax levies, budget and staffing reductions, increased unfunded mandates, programming cuts. The future was Helen L. Mayle daunting. President However, my children were Pickerington Area Chamber of counting on me. So I embraced Commerce reality and set a goal to create a future. Levy will ‘maintain ... better As chair of the Vote For Pick excellence’ in district Kids Committee, I am a member of a team that believes wholeTo the editor: Like many who call Pickering- heartedly in this school district. ton home, my husband and I inSee LETTERS, page A5 tentionally chose to move here • Keep all 14 school buildings open. This 5.5-mill levy, which amounts to 55 cents for each $100 of valuation, is for a continuing period of time, commencing in 2011, with the first due in calendar year 2012. The business community fully supports this levy due to the district’s sound fiscal management, as evidenced by high academic performance with under-average per-pupil expenditures. We are pleased to have our children receive such a fine education. We realize the value this education brings to the area in attracting and retaining business. To maintain high quality education in the area, the Pickerington Area Chamber of Commerce board of directors endorses this 5.5-mill levy. Pickerington Local Schools are a valuable part of our community’s infrastructure that makes the area a great place to live and do business.

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search-and-rescue, disaster psy- flashlight and dust mask. “In coordination with the Fairrorism awareness. Those who field County EMA, we are trybecome CERT members can en- ing to bolster the presence of list to be deployed to emergency CERT in the northwest part of and disaster response efforts the county to provide needed and throughout the nation, or simply valuable assistance in the event use their knowledge to prepare of a disaster,” Violet Township them for household incidents. Fire Chief John Eisel said. “The “The goal is to have our citi- Violet Township Fire Departzens more prepared, either by ment is hosting the class at our having this knowledge in their facility to help in attracting local homes or to be able to help out people that are willing to attend.” in the community,” said Jon According to Kochis, in 95 Kochis, Fairfield County EMA percent of all emergencies, a vicdirector. “This adaptation of tim or bystander provides the training is about eight years old, first, immediate assistance at the but really, the roots go back to scene. as long as we’ve had citizens “Locally, we use CERT memhelp out in emergencies.” bers for light debris removal, The free training is open to shelter management, helping anyone age 18 or older. Each par- with emergency center operaticipant receives a CERT kit, tions and communications,” he which includes a hard hat, safe- said. “We have a database of peoty vest, protective goggles, latex ple we keep that can respond to gloves, leather work gloves, a an incident.

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For the second consecutive year, the Fairfield County Emergency Management Agency will lead a class in Violet Township to train members of the public on the basics of responding to disasters and other emergency situations. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training is scheduled from 6 to 9 p.m. on Aug. 15, 17, 22 and 24, plus a final session from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Aug. 27. Participants must attend each session to complete certification. The classes will be held at the Violet Township Fire Department’s Station 592, 8700 Refugee Road. Training will include disaster preparedness, fire safety, basic disaster medical operations, light

“Our numbers keep increasing in this program,” Kochis said. “I think it’s something the federal, state and local governments can really benefit from because they never can get too much help.” CERT training registration will be accepted up to Aug. 14, space permitting. To register, call the Fairfield County EMA at (740) 654-4357, or visit the agency’s website at www.fairfieldema.com. nellis@thisweeknews.com www.ThisWeekNews.com

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School news PHS Central student to attend American Legion Boys Nation Michael Morris, a senior at Pickerington High School Central, will attend the American Legion Boys Nation at Marymount University July 22-30. He is one of 98 high school students nationwide chosen to attend the event, and one of two delegates from Ohio. Participants were selected based on leadership skills, academic record and activity at American Legion Boys State.

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Letters Continued from page A4 Throughout the campaign to pass the Aug. 2 operating levy, the committee has collected a vast amount of data from state and district resources to help voters make their decision about the ballot issue. We encourage community members to visit www.voteforpickkids.com to review all information available before casting their vote. Because the future of our community is at stake, I ask each voter to answer this question: Do you want the Pickerington Local School District to maintain the level of excellence that has defined it as one of the high-performing academic systems in central Ohio? If you’re like me, the answer is a resounding “yes.” Please join me in voting for the PLSD operating levy on Tuesday, Aug. 2. Amanda Burnett Tonjes Vote FOR Pick Kids chair

Voters should fear post-election events To the editor: Have no fear! Next month’s Pickerington school levy will pass.

The temporary, 11th-hour concessions negotiated with the PLSD school staff have assured a margin for victory. What you need fear, however, is what will likely occur after Aug. 2. Past experience emboldens me to predict some familiar things will happen once new tax dollars are achieved. First, the recently elevated (but not yet imposed) athletic/extracurricular fees will drop dramatically. Second, many of the teachers dismissed during the “emergency” cost-cutting will be rehired or replaced. Third, the treasurer will begin to draw up plans for the next new operating levy — probably due in one to two years. The PLSD never learns. It follows the same modus operandi — slash and restore. Did you know that, once upon a time, the PLSD actually had a “rainy day” fund for emergencies? One problem: This time, the rules have changed. Area home values are not going to rebound dramatically and the shortfall in state funding won’t disappear any time soon. So doing away with those hard-times cost-cutting measures that helped convert “no” votes

to “yes” will push the PLSD right back to square one. PLSD spokespersons can’t seem to get their stories straight, often contradicting each other in the press. For example: August levy passage “won’t bring back the cuts” (Jan. 29); “… district plans to bring back some of the positions …”(Feb. 6); “ … cuts likely to be permanent” (Feb. 6); “43 teachers could be added back over the next four years” (May 4). Treasurer Dan Griscom tells us it’s “unclear how long the (August) levy could sustain the district.” No wonder. Bottom line: Voters are being asked to base their decisions on way too little clarity and too many “hopes” and “maybes.” Perhaps one of these days, the PLSD will be forced to figure out how some other local districts (e.g. Hamilton Township) can secure the same “excellent” rating — without tapping taxpayers for more money every couple years. Until then, hang on — it’s gonna be one bumpy ride.

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Henderson promoted to develpment post Continued from page A1 ed to Henderson’s role in fostering several recent developments, including the relocation of Pediatric Associates Inc. to an 11,500square-foot office on Old Diley Road; Medina, Ohio-based Pride One Construction’s development of approximately 112 senior citizen apartments near Pickerington Pointe on the city’s northwest side; and Homestead Development Co.’s plans to build a 115,000square-foot indoor soccer facility west of Hill Road Plaza along Refugee Road. “That’s $16 million in development Joe Henderson has had his hands all over,” Vance said.

Henderson is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning. Prior to coming to Pickerington, he worked for two years at a private economic development firm in Washington, D.C. He said he intends to partner with Violet Township and the Pickerington Area Chamber of Commerce, among other entities, to spur local and regional development. “I’m excited to get back to my roots in development,” he said. “We’ve got so much potential here. We’re seeing new developments and we’re also seeing existing businesses fixing up their properties and revitalizing the area.

“My goal, and the city’s, is to create a great business environment that existing businesses will be happy with and one that works well for the city, Violet Township and the whole area.” As city planner, Henderson was paid $53,000 annually. Following Crotty’s termination, he was assigned additional development duties and his annual pay was increased to $65,000. Vance said the city will seek to fill the city planner position being vacated by Henderson by Aug. 1.

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SAFE ROUTES PROJECT Continued from page A1 and to increase the number of children who choose to walk and bicycle,” he said. “A successful SRTS program improves walking and bicycling conditions near a school and spreads interest into other parts of the construction.” Currently, the sidewalks and paths are accessible and project organizers said they’re pleased to see people using them. The remaining work consists of regrading around the walkways and reseeding nearby grass. “The whole committee is excited we actually have a project on the ground that people can see,” said Peggy Portier, a member of the local SRTS Committee that identified areas for the local program and wrote grant applications for funding. “The sidewalks in Summerfield, people were using them before they were done and we were happy

about that,” she said. “We’re really looking forward to the beginning of school so the kids in that area can use them. Before, kids walking to school there were walking in the street or in the ditch.” In April 2009, the Ohio Department of Transportation awarded $3.7 million in federal transportation funds to 13 communities to build multi-use paths, bike racks and sidewalks near schools and to improve lighting and signs near school zones. Last March, ODOT awarded a $279,990 contract to Trucco Construction Co. Inc. of Delaware, Ohio, for the local project, a partnership among the SRTS Committee, the city of Pickerington, the Pickerington Local School District and Violet Township. Pickerington received a $248,021 grant from ODOT for the project’s infrastructure improvements and the committee secured $43,530 for educational ma-

terials and events to encourage walking and biking to school. Some of the latter funding will be used to purchase bicycle helmets to be given to every PLSD fifthand sixth-grader. The city and township are splitting costs to fund the balance of the infrastructure project. “The city of Pickerington supports the SRTS program because it encourages children to walk and bicycle to school,” city engineer Greg Bachman said last April. “This will reduce costs for busing and costs for parents driving their children to school. It will reduce traffic congestion near the schools. “It will make children healthier and reduce childhood obesity and incidences of diabetes. Basically, SRTS reduces costs and makes children healthier.” Additional SRTS projects are being planned near other PLSD schools. ODOT officials in April said $333,000 was awarded to connect a multi-use path from Pickerington Elementary to a nearby neighborhood. “We have other projects in the pipeline, but because it’s government-funded, it takes a while,” Portier said. “Hopefully, we’ll get more money when we send in new grant requests.”

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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 extrainning 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 played seven scoreless innings 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 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 See SMITH, page B3

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Hartley track trio set to run at next level By JARROD ULREY ThisWeek Community Newspapers

During the past four seasons, the Hartley High School girls track and field team became one of the state’s elite sprinting factories. Athletes such as 2009 graduate Ashlee Hoffman and 2010 graduates CharAnna Dixon and Chesna Sykes got things rolling at the 2008 Division II state meet when the Hawks turned in a fourth-place team finish. That trio led Hartley to a share of the 2009 state championship and to a runner-up finish in 2010, and Sykes (Ohio State) and Dixon (Cincinnati) both now run in college. Another trio that made a significant mark during that stretch, which included another state championship this year, will be joining Sykes and Dixon at the collegiate level next spring. After helping the Hawks score

47 points to capture the state title June 3-4 at Ohio State ahead of runner-up Toledo Rogers (30), Aisha Cavin, Maya Pedersen and Chelsea Scott each will be competing in college. Cavin signed in May to compete for Ohio State, while Pedersen and Scott signed with Dayton and Pittsburgh, respectively, in February. Cavin verbally committed to the Buckeyes in April after also considering Oregon. In the 2011 state meet, Cavin finished third in the 100 meters (12.49 seconds) and ninth in the 400 (63.36). She also ran on the 800 relay (1:40.72) and 1,600 relay (3:50.13), both of which finished first. Cavin will join an Ohio State program that had its 400 relay finish ninth (42.94) to earn second-team All-America honors at the NCAA outdoor champi-

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After the Pickerington Post 283 American Legion baseball team won the District 8 championship July 13, shortstop Isac Franklin was quick to point out something to his teammates. “He told them as they came off the field that ‘this isn’t what we came together for’this season and it was a very, very muted celebration,” coach Chris Weber said. “These guys are really focused.” Post 283 is one of three central Ohio teams that qualified for the 12-team state tournament that runs Monday, July 25, through July 29 at Beavers Field in Lancaster. The others are Worthington Post 239 (District 12 champion) and Utica Post 92 (District 6 champion). The draw for the double-elimination tournament will be Sunday, July 24, at the tournament’s banquet. “We’ve played five of the teams who have qualified for state and we know the road will only get tougher,” said Weber, whose team was 35-3 entering play this week. “But we selected these players for this purpose. This is the deepest and most talented group we’ve ever had and now it’s time to go to state and prove it.” It’s the fourth time in Weber’s six seasons that Post 283 has advanced to state. Last season and 2007 were the only seasons the team failed to advance since Weber took over in 2006. Overall, this is the eighth time (1989, 1994, 2003 and 2004 were the other seasons) that Post 283 has reached state. Post 283 defeated Gallipolis Post 27 5-0 to win the District 8 championship. Zach Beaver, a Pickerington High School Central senior, needed only 101 pitches to throw the nine-inning shutout. He never allowed a runner past second base and only three times did Gallipolis get a runner to second. “He was outstanding because he didn’t even have great stuff that day,” Weber said. “But when you have the left side of the infield making ‘web gems’ on a daily basis and the defense we have behind you, you’re comfortable letting (opponents) put the ball in play.” Joining Franklin, who became a starter last spring as a freshman at West Virginia, on the left side is third baseman Kyle Smith, a 2011 graduate. Both are Central products. Post 283, which had a firstround bye at district, defeated Lancaster Post 11 19-4 on July 10 and beat Gallipolis 18-2 on July 12 before Gallipolis won its way back to the championship game. Weber’s team was batting .380 with 41 home runs and had outscored opponents 450-104 entering the week, or an average of 11.8 to 2.7 runs per game. Kyle Chontos had a Post 283 record 11 home runs and fellow 2011 North graduate Mason McGrew had six. “We’ve got four guys hitting

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Young Rockets continue to contend in OICBL By FRANK DiRENNA ThisWeek Community Newspapers

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Rockets outfielder Byron Johann, a Pickerington North graduate, makes a catch during a 5-2 victory over Lancaster on July 14.

Despite losing 12 of 20 players from last season’s championship team, the Gahanna Rockets remain in contention for another Ohio Independent Collegiate Baseball League title. Gahanna won the first two OICBL titles in 2009 and 2010. Last season, the Rockets finished 27-5 overall. The Rockets swept a doubleheader from Zanesville on July 17, winning 13-4 and 9-3 to improve to 14-4 in league play and 19-9 overall. The first game was a league contest. Gahanna entered the week first in the league ahead of the second-place Columbus Hawks, which were 12-5-1 before playing the Central Ohio Tropics on July 19. The Hawks defeated Gahanna 6-3 on July 13. The Tropics (7-7), Chillicothe Capitals (89-1), Otterbein Boys of Summer (5-7), Zanesville (4-8-1), Columbus Bruins (5-10) and Columbus Braves (4-9-1) followed in the standings. The Rockets continued play in the woodbat league with games against the Bruins on July 19 and the Boys of Summer on July 20. The Rockets close out the regular season Thursday, July 21, when they play host to the Tropics. The OICBL tournament begins Monday, July 25. The championship game in the single-elimination tournament is July 29. “We’re not a bad team,” coach Ed Weston said. “We’re just a little young.” Gahanna bounced back from the loss to the Hawks by beating Lancaster 5-2 in a nonleague game on July 14 at Blacklick Elementary School, its home field.

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over .400 — Isac Franklin at leadoff, Kyle Chontos at cleanup and Scott Pancoast and Kyle Smith in the bottom half of the order,” Weber said. “We’ve got a good hit-and-run and bunt guy at No. 2 with Joe Matalon and D.J. Collins is close to .400 at No. 3. Zach Beaver is on a tear right now and both he and Colt Turley have been strong (batting fifth.)” While Weber obviously is pleased with the offense, he is proud of the pitching and defense. “We didn’t even use one of our top pitchers, Bryan Large, in the district because he has had some tendinitis problems,” Weber said. “We’re looking forward to getting him some work to prepare for state. That’s the thing about us. Nobody talks about our pitching. But we’ve allowed around 100 runs in close to 40 games.” In addition to Large and Beaver, Post 283 also has received strong pitching performances from bemerine@thisweeknews.com Ray Van Boven and left-handers Rob Sexton and www.ThisWeekSPORTS.com

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ingum) and Jordan Sticklen (Plain City/Clark State Community College). Of the eight returning players this season, Podalak has the most experience. He’s in his fourth season with the team. “This is a little more of relaxed atmosphere,” Podalak said. “You come here and you just want to work on your game, take your hacks, make your reps in the field and get better overall. This prepares you. It definitely helps you get ready for the fall season coming into the spring.” Tim Heinmiller (Gahanna/Ohio Wesleyan) and Jordan Martin (Powell/Heidelberg) have shared the catching duties. Other players on the team are Jordan Chaney (Hamilton Township/Ohio Dominican), Allen Comer (Tipp City/Clark State Community College), Quentin Everman (Hilliard/Shawnee State), Phil Jaskot (Upper Arlington/Ohio State), Jake Mahon (Plain City/Evansville), Elijah Smurthwaite (Grove City/Olivet Nazarene), Pat Stone (Gahanna/John Carroll) and Caleb Woodson (Grove City/Cumberland University). Instead of holding tryouts, Weston gets his players from referrals. “Everybody plays and everybody has a good time,” Weston said. “We’re a pretty loose team. When they come to us they’re here to improve their skills with the wood bat. ... It’s a pretty laid-back environment. Our retention is usually pretty good. We strive for good chemistry. We want our kids to have a good time and they do, but when they go on the ball diamond, they’re serious. There’s no fooling around. They go out and do their job.” fdirenna@thisweeknews.com www.ThisWeekSPORTS.com

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Joe Ford (Grove City/Sinclair Community College) gave the Rockets the lead for good with a lead-off home run in the second inning. “I knew I hit it good, but I wasn’t sure if it was going to get out or not,” said Ford, who is in his first year with the team. “We’re playing well. We’re in first place still by a game. We have to finish strong.” The Rockets added three runs for a 4-0 lead after two innings. Patrick Jackson (Grove City/Capital University) added an RBI single. Gahanna scored its other run in the sixth on Byron Johann’s (Pickerington/Sinclair Community College) sacrifice fly that scored Matt Luke (Plain City/Clark State Community College). Weston said solid pitching has been a key to his team’s success. Against Lancaster, left-hander Simon Davis, who graduated from Central Crossing High School in 2009 and plays at Notre Dame College in South Euclid, went the first five innings, allowing two runs on three hits. Andy Podalak, who graduated from Pickerington Central and plays at Bluefield College in Bluefield, Va., pitched four shutout innings to earn the save. “Last year’s team was an above-average team; we won the league,” Podalak said. “We have a very young team this year. We’re a little different than the last couple of years, but I think we’ll do real well.” Davis and Podalak are part of a solid staff that includes Darren Athey (Newark/Mount Vernon Nazarene), Sam Bohon (Worthington/Evansville), Jeremy Finchum (Galloway/Capital), Garrett Griffin (Grandview/Capital), Tyler Miller (Grove City/ Evansville), Todd Spadaro (Grove City/Musk-

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Adam Steinwachs stepped down as Dayton’s coach in June after helping the Flyers have at least one athlete at consecutive NCAA outdoor championships for the first time in program history. Dayton also has won the last two Atlantic 10 Conference indoor team titles. Sarah Hinkley recently was elevated to interim coach after previously serving as an assistant. “I really liked the atmosphere there,” Pedersen said. “It actually reminds me a little bit of Hartley because they have their athletes work their way up through their indoor season.” Scott began her prep career at Columbus School for Girls. After finishing fourth in the 100 hurdles and helping the Unicorns 1,600 relay take second in the 2008 Division III state meet, Scott ran on the 1,600 relay that was fourth in the 2009 Division III state meet. She then transferred to Hartley for her junior season and ran on both the 400 and 1,600 relays that won Division II titles and added a fifth-place finish in the 300 hurdles. In the Division II state meet this past spring, she finished fourth (44.44) in the 300 hurdles and fifth (15.02) in the 100 hurdles. Scott also ran on the winning 800 and 1,600 relays. In the NCAA outdoor meet, the Panthers had their 400 relay run a program-record 44.24 to place 14th. Alonzo Webb has been Pittsburgh’s coach since 2002. “(Pittsburgh’s) only three hours away from home,” said Scott, who is considering majoring in dentistry. “The way they do things resembles the way coach (Richard) Jones does them and it was a good fit academically. My family felt good about me going there.”

onships on June 9 in Des Moines, Iowa. Sykes was among the runners on that relay. Others on Ohio State’s 2011 roster who are central Ohio natives include Gahanna graduate Camai Brandenberg, Hilliard Davidson graduate Tori Brink, Mount Vernon graduate Katie Groseclose and Thomas Worthington graduates Ellen Birmingham and Kelsey McHugh. Karen Dennis has been OSU’s women’s coach since 2005. “Their coach has been watching me for the last year, and I just figured I’d go there and get a good education,” Cavin said. “My parents are Michigan fans, so I haven’t been to the campus a whole lot, but I really do like the campus there.” Cavin and Pedersen have been key members of the Hawks’ past four teams. In 2008, Cavin ran on the state-champion 400 relay and won the 200. She and Pedersen each competed on the 1,600 relay that was fifth at state. In 2009, Cavin and Pedersen ran on the 1,600 relay that took second at state. Cavin also competed on the 400 relay that was first and defended her individual title in the 200. Hartley scored 55 points to tie Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy for the team title. In the 2010 state meet, Cavin and Pedersen ran on the 800 relay that took second and on the 1,600 relay that was first. Cavin added a title in the 400 and took fourth in the 200. Hartley scored 71 points but settled for a runner-up finish behind Cleveland Collinwood (77). In addition to running on the 800 and 1,600 relays that won titles in her final prep meet this past spring, Pedersen finished third (56.84) in julrey@thisweeknews.com the 400. www.ThisWeekSPORTS.com

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SMITH Continued from page B1 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 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.

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Counting down to No. 1 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. 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.

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 necessarily 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.”

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The Pickerington North girls basketball program will hold its ninth annual golf outing at 1 p.m. Aug. 13 at Willow Run Golf Course. For more information, contact Neil Khan at (614) 738-2056.

The Pickerington North football camp, for students in kindergarten through eighth grade, is scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, July 25-27, at the high school practice fields. For more information, contact coach Tom Phillips at coachphillips@gmail.com.

Predators to hold U8 baseball tryouts The Pickerington Predators Maroon U8 travel baseball team (coach pitch) will hold tryouts at 11:30 a.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 23 and 24, at 8995 Diley Road

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Diebler, Lighty to help direct camp Former Ohio State basketball players Jon Diebler and David Lighty will help direct the fourth annual Buckeye Stars Basketball Camp from 9 a.m. to noon July 2729 at Worthington Kilbourne High School. The camp is open to boys and girls ages 7 to 18. For more information and registration, visit www.BuckeyeStars.com or call (888) 389-2267.

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4 Pickerington Senior Center, Blood Drive noon-6 pm Call 800/448-3543 for an appointment

7-8:30 pm Giant Eagle Concert Series, Sycamore Park Amphitheater– Satisfaction, 614/833-2211.

8:39 pm Friday Night Flicks Youth Fishing Derby, presented by Fairfield 9:30-11 am, Sycamore Federal, Nanny McPhee Park Pond 614/833-2211 Returns, call 833-2211 for or www.pickerington.net details registration by 8/10.

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7-8:30 pm Giant Eagle Concert Series, Sycamore Park Amphitheater–Red Hot Rhythm Review, 614/833-2211.

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Pickerington Senior Center, Summer Music Series, Smorgasbord Dinner Buffet Starting at 5:30 p.m. Tickets $11.50 7-9 p.m. Jerry Weaver Good Time Jazz Band 614/837-3020. Open to the public, purchase tickets before August 22nd.

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Pediatric HealthSource

Abdominal pain is 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 are never identified. Though IBS generally 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 in-

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clude 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 regularDESALEGN ly and consult your primary physician with concerns. YACOB 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.

Community rallies for shred day, donation drive Nearly 4.25 tons of paper were shredded and recycled at a free shred day June 18, sponsored by the Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home. The Pickerington Christian Ministerial Association Food Pantry accepted food donations at the event, and the St. Vincent de Paul Society collected used clothing and household items. The PCMA collected several hundred pounds of nonperishable food items, along with $430 in cash donations. St. Vincent de Paul filled more than half of its van with donated items. Spence Funeral Home provided food and facility tours. Pickerington residents Pamela Gray and Joseph Douglas won personal shredders.

Spence Funeral Home sponsored a community shred day and donation drive in June. Participants included (from left) funeral home representatives Sean Sauer, Jeff Seaman, Jim Comer, Brent Wilson and Frank Piddy, along with Jeff Myers (front) of the Pickerington Christian Ministerial Association.

Home sales Pickerington 8671 Springflower Dr, 43147, Sheereen B. Jaulim, $400,000. 9069 Palomino Dr, 43147, Michael F. Jennings and Emily J. Jennings, $238,400. 8080 Night Heron Ln, 43147, Brett E. and Denise D. Poling; Condo, $143,900. 441 Morningview Ave, 43147, Jason L. Stauffer, $122,400. 146 Colony Park Dr, 43147, William Sumser, $92,070. 122 Portrait Circle, 43147, Crystal L. Coulson, $77,000.

Reynoldsburg 7507 Lismore Dr, 43068,

Mario A. Zacharatos and Elizabeth A. Mack, $238,000. 240 Spinosa St, 43068, Lizabeth R. Williams, $162,107. 7143 Haswell Dr, 43068, Janice F. Sanders, $126,000. 1776 Haft Dr, 43068, Christine E. Miller, $104,900. 7842 Astra Cir, 43068, Third Federal Savings & Loan,

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Dave Flora, ABR Road. A business networking and referral group meeting. Visit amspiritpickerington.com. Pickerington Toastmasters, 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays in the first-floor conference room at Kroger, 1045 Hill Road N. Visit pickerington.freetoasthost.net. Pickerington Lions Club, meets the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. For location and time, call 920-0800. Reynoldsburg/Pickerington Rotary Club, noon Tuesdays at Wesley Ridge Community Center, 2225 state Route 256. Visit www.rprotary.com or email viperoffice@viperprotectionservices.com for more information.

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Fairfield County Hot Air Balloon Festival, Aug.5-6 at the Fairfield County Airport, 3430 Old Columbus Road, Carroll, featuring sunrise/sunset balloon launches, tethered balloon rides and activities for all ages. Food and drinks will be available. The event will benefit the Tina Hermann and Kody Maynard Healing Hearts Memorial Fund. Call Kim Fleming at (614) 410-0979. St. Pius X Festival, 6-11 p.m. Aug. 5-6 at the church, 1051 Waggoner Road, Reynoldsburg. Food, live music, games, bingo, Monte Carlo, raffles, silent auction.

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Exp. techs & supervisor needed at large E. Cols apts. Must be HVAC cert. & have prior exp. w/older apts. Competitive pay & benefits. Drug test req. Columbus Area Please apply in person at Williamsburg Sq., 1863 Tennant Company is a Bairsford Dr. We are a worldwide leader in equip- smoke-free company. ment for maintaining surfaces in indoor, outdoor, and PLUMBER commercial environments. 5 years experience in

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Rhodes State College is West Central Ohio’s largest two-year college with nearly 4300 students, and more than 100 Associate degrees, majors and certification programs. The College’s campus, on-line instruction and off-campus learning centers serve 33 Ohio counties and the College is the region’s leading workforce development trainer. The following positions are available:

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Coalition Continental Office Environments has an im Coordinator mediate need for Flooring Installers to Community-based sub support the continued stance abuse services growth of our Flooring Divi - agency seeks Coalition Co sion. The successful can ordinator for Drug-Free didate must have the fol Delaware coalition.Knowl lowing skills/behaviors: edge or experience in alcohol/drug prevention, Minimum of 2 years floor community organization ing experience with sheet and public policy develop vinyl experience preferred. ment. Must be able to High school diploma or work with diverse groups equivalent. Must be including law enforcement, dependable, positive, have schools, social service or a can-do attitude, be a self ganizations, healthcare starter, be a good commu - providers, faith community, nicator, able to follow parents and youth to re directions, able to produce duce negative consequen good quality of work, able ces of alcohol/drug use. to work with minimal Skills must include plan supervision, and a problem ning, implementation, facili solver. The position tation, project manage requires heavy lifting, ment, ability to work inde pushing, and/or pulling pendently and manage objects, must be able to multiple priorities. Excel stand and bend on a lent public speaking and variety of surfaces. written communication Must be able to pass a skills required. OCPS Cer background screening and tification or related have reliable degree/licensure and eligi transportation. bility for certification. Continental offers competi tive wages and benefits Send resume with salary including 401(k), medical, history and three referen dental, and vacation time. ces to: Interested candidates should complete a job application by visiting COE at 2601 Silver Drive, Columbus, Oh 43211 or by faxing resume to 614-261-1183 or pblair@ continentaloffice.com. We are a substance free workplace and EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Chief Executive Officer Recovery & Prevention Re sources of Delaware and MorrowCounties 118 Stover Drive Delaware, Ohio 430158601 Interested parties may also apply online at www.rprdm .org Deadline for application: July 21, 2011

LEASING FT EOE/Affirmative Action Em Exp. leasing/sales person ployer needed at large E. Cols Fleet Manager apts. Competitive pay, bonuses & benefits. Drug test req. Please apply in per- Crete Carrier has an excep son at Williamsburg tional career opportunity in Sq.,1863 Bairsford Dr. or our Columbus, OH termi fax resume to 866-3920. nal. Duties consist of daily supervision (no dispatch) No phone calls. We are a of fleet of 200+ drivers smoke-free company. and some office staff, man agement of daily equip LEASING/SOCIAL ment productivity and re DIR. cruitment of drivers. Plan & coordinate resident Requirements include: events. $11-13/hr, benefits ∂Bachelor’s Degree or & bonuses. Must be able equivalent experience to work some late evenings & weekends. Cus- ∂People management/ hu tomer service or sales man resources experience preferred background req. Outgoing personality. Fax 614-761- ∂Strong verbal, written, in 2411 or apply in person at terpersonal and organiza tional skills Asherton of Dublin Apts., ∂Experience in a truck 5400 Asherton Blvd., Dublin. We are a smoke-free transportation environment a plus company. MAINTENANCE FT HVAC cert. tech needed at Marysville apts. Competitive pay & benefits. Drug test req. Apply in person at Arbors of Marysville, 436 W. 3rd.

MAINTENANCE / SUPERVISOR Experienced supervisor & maintenance/ punch out person needed for large, busy, luxury apts. Supervisor must be HVAC & EPA certified & exp. supervising large staff. All positions must have own tools, reliable transportation, valid drivers license. Call 614761-0222 or apply in person at Asherton of Dublin Apts., 5400 Asherton Blvd., Dublin. We are a smokefree company.

Scheduling Coordinator $2400/Monthly Growing Security Compa ny in need of Scheduling Coordinator in Columbus! Qualified candidate must have multi-facility schedul ing & administrative experi ence. Proficiency in Micro soft Office programs and scheduling/payroll soft ware experience required. Excellent communication/customer service skills and professio nal demeanor are essen tial. Duties include schedul ing for 200+ employees at multiple sites and adminis trative office duties. We of fer medical, dental, life & disability insurance as well as vacation and 401(k) benefits. Interested candi dates should forward re sume with salary history to: scheduling_coordinator@ yahoo.com

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REAL ESTATE MONTHLY ,

WHY CAN’T THEY JUST SAY ‘YES’? THE UPS AND DOWNS OF REAL ESTATE NEGOTIATIONS

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UPDATED KITCHEN - $149,900 Great value for this neat and clean 4 bedroom home. Fully applianced Kitchen with light maple cabinets and laminate wood floors. Family room with wood burning fireplace and a sliding glass door that leads to deck and the large fenced yard. Walking distance to schools and parks.

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Negotiating a home purchase can feel like a high-stakes game. With plenty of housing opportunities available in the current market, buyers are looking to get the most for their money while sellers want to secure the best price for their home. This means individuals on both sides must be prepared to handle demands and make compromises. “There is room for negotiation in a home sale and purchase,” said Jerry White, executive vice president of Coldwell Banker King Thompson. “That’s why it’s important to lean on the expertise of a real estate agent who can navigate a deal on your behalf and help you walk away the winner.” Whatever side of the table you sit, understand how negotiations work: • Let your Realtor do the talking: Realtors are trained in negotiating real estate transactions specifically and know the legal demands of the transaction to make sure your best interests are satisfied. And as a third party, they are able to leave emotions at the door. • Look for the “win-win.”: This is the goal, but it may come in different forms, depending on the situation. Expect that demands will go beyond price. Closing costs, furnishings and repairs are all on the table as part of the process. • Identify your parameters: Decide in advance where you can and cannot budge. The most common points to be flexible on are the price, timing of the move and any maintenance issues. Talk to your Realtor to realistically set your priorities. • Know when to walk away, know when to run: If the other side is unwilling to meet you part of the way, this may not be the home or the buyer for you. Exhaust all options, but also know when it is time to head for the door.

RANCH WITH WALKOUT BASEMENT & POND

WOW - Now priced under $200,000 this Bloom Township area home w/side load garage offers a retreat away from the stress and aggravation of the typical subdivision. 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths and over 2,500 Sq Ft of finished living space. You can get the address, photos and details fast by entering PRU2W8H9 in the search bar on Yahoo.com.

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NEAR REYNOLDSBURG Many updates in this spacious,1640 sq ft Smith Farms condo. Rosati windows, new carpet, kitchen counters and more. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, formal living room offers vaulted ceiling/ open staircase, full basement, 21x20 garage, private patio...lots of green space. $116,900..

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MAGNIFICENT LOT - $183,900 Bright and open home with neutral décor. Kitchen with a bay eating area that overlooks brick paver patio. Great Room boasts dining area, picture window, gas log fireplace, vaulted ceiling and view of upstairs loft. Loft with closet can easily be converted into a 4th bedroom. 30’ tree preserve at rear of lot.

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Huge 3 Season Room, Lots of Storage, Hot Tub with large deck, 2 Fireplaces, 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 baths, Mature landscaping, Privacy Fenced Yard, Over 2000 Sq. Ft., Larger Garage/extra parking, Great Price: $174,900

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Huge 3 Season Room,CONDO... Lots of Storage, Hot Tubwith withhardwood large deck, 2 Fireplaces, BEAUTIFUL RANCH open concept floors, Plantation Shutters, central 4vac, Bedrooms,2.5 baths, Mature landscaping, Privacy fplc, Fenced2 Yard, Over 2000garage. Sq. Ft., Convenient sun room/den, fully applianced kitchen, car attached Larger Garage/extra parking, Great Price: $174,900 Pickerington location. MOVE IN READY! $144,900.00

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PICKERINGTON SCHOOLS - 2 STORY - $129,900 Believe it!! First floor master, impressive loft overlooking the great room, 2½ baths, and it has over 2,200 Sq Ft of living space. Enter PRU7Y2M5 in the search bar on Yahoo.com and see all the interior photos, get the address and then call to see this exceptional value. With attractive FHA or VA financing you can be living here in less than 30 days!!

The mission of the Tri-County Realty Association is to exchange real estate related information among the members; to promote better real estate relations and cooperation between Realtors®, affiliates who support the real estate community, and the general public; to encourage cooperation in any and all sales transactions; to encourage and assist in the organization and active functioning of the National Association of Realtors®, Ohio Association of Realtors®, and Columbus Board of Realtors®; and shall relate pertinent information and changes regarding the real estate industry to the membership.

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Wednesdays at 9 AM - Cici’s Pizza, 152 Clint Dr. Pickerington, OH 43147 More information: www.TriCountyRA.com

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