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CHESTERLAND NEWS Volume 55, No. 11 • Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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Joyce Asks to Rename Post Office To Honor Fallen Marine Staff Report
The United States Postal Service office on Chillicothe Road in Chester Township could soon be named in honor of U.S. Marine Sgt. Wolfgang Kyle Weninger, after U.S. Congressman Dave Joyce (R- Bainbridge Township) recently introduced bipartisan legislation to dedicate the building. In a press release, Joyce said upon passage of the bill, the USPS will install a plaque in the post office lobby in memory of the marine,
who died at 28 following a training on in his community and the postal accident on June 16, 2020. The fa- facility would serve as a reminder to the residents of Ohio’s cility would be officially District 14 of the sacrirenamed the Sgt. Wolffice service members gang Kyle Weninger and their families, like Post Office Building. the Weningers, make for “Sgt. Weninger made our country every day.” the ultimate sacrifice for Weninger, who went his country and his memby Kyle or Wolf, was a ory should be honored, graduate of Kenston particularly in the com- Weninger High School and a local munity where he grew hockey legend in Geauga County, up,” Joyce said. “With the passage of this bill, Kyle’s legacy would live See Marine • Page 3
WANTED: Geauga County’s #1 Dog for 2024 Staff Report Geauga County Auditor Charles E. Walder continues the mission to find the #1 Dog in Geauga County for 2024. To kick off the 2024 dog registration, the Geauga County Auditor’s Office is having a “#1 Dog Contest” for all fourth- and fifth-graders in the county. Students are asked to submit a short essay to Auditor Walder’s of-
fice, or emailed to 2023FirstDog@ geauga.oh.gov, by Nov. 3 explaining why they think their dog is the #1 dog in Geauga County. Representatives from the Geauga and Burton public libraries, and the Geauga County Auditor’s Office will judge the essays on or about Nov. 6. The winner will receive the #1 dog tag for 2024, and, in addition, they will receive a lifetime dog tag from Auditor Walder on Dec. 1.
For more information, go to the auditor’s website at https://auditor. geauga.oh.gov/dog-services/1-dogcontest/ Information also is available at all public libraries in Geauga County or by contacting the auditor’s office at 440-285-2222, 564-7131 or 834-1856, ext. 1614, or directly at 440-279-1614. Good Luck and remember, “Next to our owner, a license is a dog’s best friend.”
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Town Crier Halloween Night Out
Oct. 13, 6-11 p.m. Friends of Loss Team Geauga County is sponsoring Halloween Night Out at Century Village Bond Building, 1465 East Park St. in Burton. The adults only event includes a gourmet buffet, bar, dancing, contests, raffle baskets and experience auction. Tickets are $65 per person or $110 per couple and are available for purchase at www.friendsgeaugalossteam.org.
Creations Boutique
Oct. 14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Children’s Guild of Cleveland is hosting its annual Creations boutique featuring jewelry, fiber arts, seasonal decor, children’s items, vintage treasures and more at The Family Life Center, 16349 Chillicothe Road in Bainbridge Township. All proceeds benefit Cleveland area children.
Prime Time for K9s
Oct. 14, 12-8 p.m. Partner with the Chardon VFW Post 6519 to enjoy an afternoon of fundraising to benefit the Geauga County Sherriff’s Office K-9 Unit at the post located at 752 Water St. in Chardon. The event is open to the public from noon to 5 p.m. A prime rib dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. Dinner tickets are $100 and include a reverse raffle. Raffle begins at 7:15 p.m. The event also features a Chinese auction, 50/50 and silent auction. All proceeds will go directly to the K-9 Unit. For more information and tickets, call Matt Emrick at 440-749-0523.
Good Deeds
Oct. 17, 6 p.m. Join Geauga County Probate/Juvenile Court Judge Tim Grendell to learn how to
title one’s assets to avoid the probate process. An asset checklist will be provided. A volunteer attorney will be available to discuss estate needs. The free program will be held at Geauga West Library in Chester Township.
drive at Mayfield Church, 7747 Mayfield Road, Chester Township. Visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767 to make an appointment.
CWC Lunch and Program
Oct. 18, 4-6:30 p.m. Join Woodland Wednesdays for “Maple Syrup Made in the Woods, Not the Sugarhouse,” and a tour at Sugarbush Creek Farm, 13034 Madison Road in Middlefield. Featured speaker Jim Cermak, of Sugarbush Creek Farm, will discuss forestry management techniques and maple syrup production incorporating traditional methods with stateof-the-art technology. Registration is required by Oct. 16 for the free program; call the Geauga SWCD at 440834-1122 or email gprunty@geauga.oh.gov.
Oct. 18, 12-1:45 p.m. Join Christian Women’s Connection for a luncheon at Family Life Center, 16349 Chillicothe Road, Bainbridge Township. Enjoy a fashion show outfitted by Clothes Mentor. Speaker Lee Doll will present “My Worst Day on My Best Day.” To RSVP by Oct. 13, email cwcchagrin@gmail.com or call/text 440-213-1205.
Bloodmobile
Oct. 18, 1-6 p.m. American Red Cross will hold a blood
Woodland Wednesdays Tour
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Town Crier Third Thursday Business Social
Oct. 19, 8-9 a.m. Join West Geauga Chamber of Commerce for its Third Thursday Business Social at Geauga West Library. Attorney Jennifer Corso will present “Basic Checklist for Employers.” Register at wgchamber.com.
West G Plaza Trick or Treat
Oct. 19, 4-6 p.m. The merchants at West Geauga Plaza are hosting a Halloween Trick or Treat for children ages 2-12 accompanied by an adult. Dress in costume, bring a treat bag and stop by the plaza stores for treats.
Outreach Spaghetti Dinner
Oct. 19, 6-7 p.m. Christ Presbyterian Church offers free drive-thru spaghetti and meatball dinners the third Thursday of each month. Salad and dessert are included. The church is located at 12419 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township.
Free Fresh Produce
Oct. 21, 9-11 a.m. Newbury Community Church is hosting its final fresh produce giveaway of the season at 14916 Auburn Road. Cleveland FoodBank provides the service to low income Geauga County residents. Please bring ID and bags.
Crafts for the Mansion
Oct. 21, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Start the holiday season off at a craft show featuring more than 100 craft tables being held in the Lakeland Community College gym.
Lions Club Meeting
Oct. 24, 7-8 p.m. Chesterland Lions Club holds meetings the second and fourth Tuesday of every month at the Lions Shed located on the east side of the West Geauga Board of Education building. The club welcomes new members.
Free Community Lunch
Oct. 25, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All are welcome to attend a free com-
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Joyce said, adding after joining the marines in 2015, he immediately excelled. In roughly four years, Weninger earned the coveted Marine Special Operator Insignia and rose to the rank of sergeant. Ernst Weninger, Kyle’s father, said the family is moved by the honor. “On behalf of our entire family, we are appropriately moved by this great honor that will memorialize and remember our son and
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munity lunch at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 11900 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township.
Under a Harvest Moon
Oct. 28, 6-10 p.m. NPower Services, a nonprofit organization that serves adults with disabilities, is hosting Under a Harvest Moon benefit dinner and concert at the EOUV Club, 8636 Pekin Road in Russell Township. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $65 and include a sit-down dinner, auction basket raffles, silent auction and RockAbility concert with dancing. Beer and wine will be available. Tickets are available at Eventbrite and npowerservices.com.
Housing Coalition Chili Cookoff
Nov. 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m. The Geauga County Housing Coalition is holding its ninth annual fundraiser at Metzenbaum Center, 8200 Cedar Road in Chester Township. Proceeds will be distributed to Geauga County agencies who help individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless in the county. Numerous Geauga County agencies will have their special chili recipes for attendees to taste and judge. The event also includes a Chinese auction, a 50/50 raffle, door prizes and a wine pull. To purchase tickets or donate to the Coalition, call Samantha at 440-286-1631.
Gift Of The Magi Boutique
Nov. 11, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. St. Mark Lutheran Church, 11900 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township, is hosting its annual Gift for the Magi Christmas boutique featuring quality gift items by juried artists and crafters and a quilt raffle. Admission is free. Join the Boutique Bounce by shopping the boutiques of St. Mark, St. Anselm and Old South churches. Get a card stamped at each location to be eligible to win one of three grand prizes. Call 440-0729-1668 for more information or visit stmarkchester.org. brother for his sacrifice, devotion to our country and as a true and faithful son of our community,” he said. “For all the accolades bestowed on him by such as Gov. Mike DeWine, the Kenston (Schools) Board of Education and the Marine MARSOC Raiders, among many others, this particular recognition would make him so very proud and he would be humbled to be honored in this fashion. We’d like to express our deepest gratitude to David Joyce for championing this tribute and to the entire Ohio Congressional Delegation for their support in this cause.”
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Obituaries Arnold Michael Stumpf
Arnold Michael Stumpf, age 87, passed away peacefully Sept. 27, 2023. Born March 14, 1936, in Cleveland, he was a Chester Township resident since 1948. Arnold was a career Tool and Die Maker with Addressograph-Multigraph in Euclid and later with Chrysler in Twinsburg, retiring in 2000. He was in the Army National Guard, a founding parishioner of the Church of Saint Anselm in Chester and a former Boy Scout Leader. Arnold enjoyed fishing, listening to music and especially loved spending time with his family, including many family camping trips. He also enjoyed cars, his favorite being the 1957 Plymouth Fury he once owned. Arnold is survived by his wife, Evelyn (nee Soeder); children, Gary (Suzanne), Lisa (Jon) Wentz, Kenneth, and Daniel (Carleen); grandchildren, Garett and Conner Stumpf, Bradley and Alyssa Wentz, and Juliana and Brandon Stumpf; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his brother, David (Eleanor); sister, Christine Stumpf; and parents, Joseph and Mary (nee Kristoff) Stumpf. Family and friends called at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, on Oct. 3 and Oct. 4. Mass of Christian Burial took place Oct. 4 at the Church of Saint Anselm, 12969 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland. Private Interment at a later date in Chester Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Arnold’s name may be made to Affinity Care Hospice of Ohio at https://affinityhealthmanagement.com/donation/. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.gattozziandson. com for the Stumpf family.
Terry B. Stamp
Terry B. Stamp died peacefully in Dublin, Ohio, on Sept. 26, 2023, at the age of 81. Terry is survived by his wife, Katherine M. Stamp; daughters, Tracey Cugini, Tricia Stamp (Chaz), Tanya Stamp (Josh) and Terri “Guppy” Stamp (JC); grandchildren, Lorenzo Cugini (Ally), Angelo Cugini and Drayton Amrose; and sister, Trudy Steuer. He is preceded in death by his parents, Bert and Evelyn Stamp. Terry was born on Oct. 7, 1941, in the state of New York to Bert and Evelyn Stamp. He graduated from Auburn Community College, in 1960, with a degree in business. He married Katherine M. Ripley in 1962. Terry began working for Davey Tree Company as a foreman in Pennsylvania and then moved to Ohio, where he started his own tree company, Chagrin Valley Tree Service. Throughout the years, the couple raised four daughters in a fun-loving home where everyone was welcome. Terry was passionate about sports, especially the Cleveland Browns and Cleveland Indians, and enjoyed playing golf. He loved spending time with his family, being a Husband, Dad, and Grandfather. He spent most of his time with Kathy and his daughters cheering on sports teams, playing euchre, coaching, celebrating the holidays and traveling. He also was a dedicated businessman, who took great care of his employees and clients. The funeral services were held Oct. 1, 2023, at Schoedinger Funeral and Cremation Service, 5980 Perimeter Drive, Dublin, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, with Terry’s love of trees, please consider planting a tree in his memory at Arbor Day Foundation. The family would like to thank Brookdale Muirfield and Vitas Hospice for their amazing staff, for their efforts, care and help. To share online condolences, visit www. schoedinger.com.
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Obituaries Richard R. Moeller Jr.
Richard R. Moeller Jr., 82, of Bonita Springs, Fla., died on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Naples, Fla., after an extended illness. He had been a resident of Bonita Springs since 2011, moving from Chester Township. Rich grew up in Chardon, with his parents, Onnie (Lenny) Schade, and his sister, Sue Schade. He met the love of his life, Judy Hillen Moeller, daughter of Louise and Fred Hillen. They had been married for the past 60 years. He also is survived by his two children, Julie (Skip) Nyegard and Rick (Loralie) Moeller; and grandchildren, Kirstyn (Brad) Stapleton, Kortney Nyegard, Carlton Moeller and Annabel Moeller. At the age of 18, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and proudly served his country. After returning home, he earned his associate’s degree while working full-time. He was employed at Lincoln Electric Company for 30 years as well as a successful business owner of Moeller Photography, Inc. for 30 years. When he finally retired, he stayed active at the Imperial Harbor Club, where he loved to sell 50/50 tickets and play shuffleboard and shoot pool with his friends. He was also vice president of the Civic Board.
He was a member of Mayfield United Methodist Church, the Chesterland Lions Club, the Bonita Springs Eagles Lodge and the Bonita Springs Moose Lodge. He was also a Boy Scout leader, including the National Jamboree, a 4–H Leader in photography, and was the official fair photographer for 10 years. Rich loved to grow corn on his 3 acres. He was an avid Ohio sports fan “OH-.” Chances are he took your picture at some point, weddings, portraits, school pictures or sports pictures. He’s the man that made you SMILE! He was a friend to many…. A graveside service for Richard Moeller will be held on Oct. 21, 2023, at 11 a.m., at Montville Center Cemetery, 9601 Madison Road, Montville Township, with Military Honors provided by the VFW Post 6519 of Chardon. A celebration of life will also be held on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, from 2-4 p.m., at Mayfield United Methodist Church, 7747 Mayfield Road, Chesterland. An additional celebration of life service will be held in Bonita Springs at a date to still be determined when all the “Snow Birds” return. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Chesterland Lions Club, P.O. Box 311, Chesterland, OH 44026. To sign his guest register or to leave online condolences, please visit www.ShikanyFuneralHome.com. Arrangements are being handled by Shikany’s Bonita Funeral Home, family-owned and operated since 1978.
Arts & Entertainment Fairmount Speaker Series
Oct. 22, 3-4 p.m. Fairmount Center for the Arts opens its 2023-24 season of its “Pull Back the Curtain” speaker series with “How We Won the House that Rock Built” at the center located at 8400 Fairmount Road in Russell Township. Michael Benz, executive advisor at Ciuni and Panichi will share behind-the-scenes stories of the founding of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. Light refreshments will be served. Advance reservations are recommended for the free lectures by calling 440-338-3171 or visiting fairmountcenter.org.
Community Meetings Listed are upcoming public meetings and executive sessions for October. Chester Township: Oct. 18, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; Oct. 19, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees . All meetings are held at the Township Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted. Russell Township: Oct. 12, 2 p.m., Board of Trustees, rescheduled meeting;
Oct. 19, 6 p.m., Board of Trustees; Oct. 25, 6 p.m., Zoning Commission. All meetings are held at Russell Town Hall, 14890 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted. West Geauga BOE: Oct. 16, 7 p.m., regular meeting; Oct. 30, 7 p.m., regular meeting. All meetings are held at the BOE Community Room, 8615 Cedar Road, unless otherwise noted.
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Viewpoint Gates Mills Traffic Cameras Aren’t About Safety,They’re About Revenue By Nathaniel Smith Chester Township To whoever this letter may reach, I would like to voice my concern over something that has happened the last few months that affects many Chesterland residents, myself included, and many more in Geauga County. Gates Mills, as many of you know, has put up speed cameras on Mayfield Road, both east and west bound. They claim an officer was hit and it is dangerous when they have cars pulled over during traffic stops. The fines range from $130 to $300 and they are to be filed through Lyndhurst Municipal Court. They claim that 18,000 cars a day pass through that stretch of road and that nearly 1,300 are going 60 mph or more in a speed zone of 45. Gates Mills Police claim it’s dangerous when they are pulling cars over for stops, as it is a two-lane road and it blocks a whole lane of traffic. All valid points. My grievance lies in the following. Gates Mills, according to Datausa.io, has a median income of $167,250. Median property value is $565,000. Chesterland’s median income is $80,107 and property value is $231,000. Why are we allowing a city that is very well off by most standards to effectively police our behavior with surveillance and fines when passing through on the way to work or leisure? I would like to cite the fact that Newburgh Heights Police got caught breaking the law by not filing the camera tickets with the court so they could keep all the money from the tickets and avoiding paying the required filing fee they agreed to. Article here https://fox8. com/news/i-team/judge-orders-village-knownfor-traffic-camera-fines-to-pay-up-i-team/amp/ and here https://fox8.com/news/i-team/secrets-kept-by-town-collecting-millions-fromcamera-tickets-i-team/amp/ Linndale has 200 residents and collected millions off citations. Newburgh Heights, population 1,800, issued nearly 70,000 in a year. That is a tax grab. That adds up if you do the math.
Now I received a warning from the speed cameras shortly after they were put up. Ohio law states an officer must be present alongside the traffic cameras for it to count. This is just not the case of what is happening daily. Rarely are the cops sitting next to the cameras; they do not have the resources. When I received my warning, I know for a fact a cop was not sitting at the camera site late at night. It is unconstitutional according to Ohio state law, therefore, for them to issue citations. This isn’t about safety, it is about revenue. For anyone that drives in between County Line Road and West Hill Drive while on Mayfield Road, it is very steep hills going both ways. Even while hitting brakes and going slow, our cars are going to pick up speed naturally going downhill. People are so paranoid of the cameras, it is causing slow moving traffic jams and making it not even worth taking the road anymore due to traffic building up. I am going to end this by saying I am a proud resident of this town of hard working-class people and see this as nothing but a money grab for a wealthy city that happens to border us. If you notice, there are not cameras on Gates Mills Boulevard, Old Mill Road, Chagrin River Road or any other road a majority of Gates Mills residents take. Only the ones that pass through headed to Geauga County. We have seen how Linndale operates, how Newburgh Heights operates, and now Gates Mills. It isn’t about safety, it is about revenue and trying to surveil and tax people who are simply on the way to work/home or headed there. I am calling for the Chester Township to address this and work with Gates Mills to abolish these cameras that are being used to unfairly control and monitor us citizens. There needs to be oversight and accountability going forward. We don’t have to live in a world where we are constantly being monitored and tracked, especially not by a city that has no skin in the game in our lives.
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Senior News Adult Day Service
The Geauga County Department on Aging offers an Adult Day Service (ADS) program for seniors with early to mid-stage dementia at 8090 Cedar Road in Chester Township. The program is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. ADS participants are offered a nutritious lunch, cognitive stimulation, physical exercise and socialization as part of the program. It is not a medically based program, meaning medications are not given and seniors must be able to toilet and feed themselves. There is no fee, although donations are accepted to enhance the program. Transportation is available. For more information, or to schedule a visit, call 440-279-2149 or email vzanella@geauga.oh.gov.
Volunteers Needed for Tax Season
The Geauga County Department of Aging is looking for individuals who do their own taxes, are familiar with using a computer and would like to help others in the community. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides training on taxes and tax software, as well as providing Chromebooks. If interested, contact AARP Tax-Aide volunteer Ed Kraus at 440554-3708 or easyed47@gmail.com.
Advance Directives
Nov. 7, 11 a.m. to noon The Geauga County Bar Association Advance Directives Committee and Hospice of the Western Reserve will distribute standard forms and present information and answer questions regarding health care powers of
attorney and living wills at the Bainbridge Senior Center, 17751 Chillicothe Road. They will then return Nov. 14 with attorneys from the Geauga Bar to help seniors complete the forms and notarize them. Half hour appointments will be made for the day. Seniors who wish to attend must register with the Geauga County Department of Aging by calling 440-279-2130 by 4:30 p.m. Nov. 6.
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GOOD DEEDS PROGRAM
LEARN HOW TO AVOID PROBATE At the FREE Good Deeds Program, you can learn how to title your assets to avoid the probate process. Asset Checklist will be provided. Volunteer Attorney will be available to discuss estate needs.
Tuesday, October 17, 2023 – Geauga West Library – 6:00 PM For more information call 440-279-1840 or register at geaugalibrary.net
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West Geauga High School students Gordon Mahoney, Samuel Taurasi, Bridget Bellett and Andrew Elias have been recognized by the 2024 National Merit Scholarship program.
National Merit Scholars
Four West Geauga High School students have been recognized by the 2024 National Merit Scholarship program. The national competition has over 1 million U.S. high school students entered by taking the Preliminary SAT (PSAT)/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT). Of the entrants, only 34,000 move on to be selected as commended students and 16,000 advance to semifinalists based on their high scores. Congratulations to Bridget Bellett and Andrew Elias on being named commended students and Gordon Mahoney and Samuel Taurasi on being named semifinalists.
Letters to the Editor Residents of Chester Township, As we move closer to November, our police department is preparing to ask the residents of this community for their support in the passage of a 1.5-mill levy. This is not a request that is taken lightly or without due diligence and forethought. The level of fiscal responsibility shown by this agency over the past 21 years is very rare in the annals of government. Our residents have seen only one tax increase for police services in over two decades. And, while we pride ourselves on budgetary conservatism, it is necessary to increase our revenue to accommodate the increased costs of operating a police department. All but one of our levies are over 20 years old, and two are from the early 1980s. Levied tax dollars are not variable, meaning they do not increase with time or inflation. This means the amount of money generated from a levy in 1982 is the exact amount we still collect. This is the equivalent of trying to run a household in 2023 with the same amount of money you made
in 1990. An increase in fuel, equipment, vehicles and other necessary costs have made it impossible to fund the operations of a police department with our current revenue. The proposed 1.5-mill levy will cost the taxpayer approximately $159 annually for a home or property appraised at $300,000. This is $13.25 per month or 44 cents per day. For a $200,000 home, this levy will cost the property owner $8.83 a month or 29 cents a day. The monthly cost to maintain police services in Chester Township is less per month than most people pay for streaming services such as Amazon Prime or Netflix. The Chester Township Police Department is committed to its residents, businesses and schools. This levy is crucial for maintaining our ability to provide exceptional service to our community. Thank you! Craig Young & The Friends of Chester Police
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The National Honor Society recently held a Tape a Teacher fundraiser. Students sold pieces of tape to classmates to tape their teachers to the wall. While no teacher had enough tape attached to keep them stuck, students had a great time participating in the fundraiser.
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Students in AP biology at West Geauga High School went on a stream monitoring field trip to the Chagrin River. The field trip offered students a hands-on experience to supplement the ecology unit being studied in the classroom. Students sampled different areas of the river for macroinvertebrates and performed a Simpson’s Diversity Index.
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If you’re on Medicare, the next tsunami is coming. By now, you should have received your annual notice of change regarding some massive changes happening to your plan. You will be bombarded with TV commercials, stacks of literature, endless phone calls, and sources telling you to get what you deserve. The task of gathering honest, unbiased information may feel impossible.
My name is James Junkin and I have lived in Ohio while working in the financial industry for over 25 years. My company has assisted well over 5,000 individuals in obtaining the best Medicare coverage available in the market. We provide peace of mind knowing that you have a knowledgeable, local advisory group ranked in the top 1% across the United States. Check our reviews on Google, as we maintain a 5-star rating from your friends and neighbors. As an independent agency, we offer practically every insurance carrier in Ohio. We have no allegiance to any particular company, as our loyalty remains with our clients. Together, we identify your specific needs and utilize our expertise to find the perfect plan. To help you make an informed decision we are offering FREE, educational seminars at two locations in the Geauga park system. Come learn about Medicare in 2024 and the major impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on your health insurance. You may also register on our website, at www.junkinmedicare. com/seminars or take a picture of the QR code at the right with your smartphone to easily visit the registration page.
If you are unable to attend one of our presentations and have questions or require additional information, please feel free to contact our office at 440-834-4881. Sincerely,
The United States Department of Education announced that Robert C. Lindsey Elementary has received the 2023 National Blue Ribbon School award. Lindsey Elementary is one of only 353 public and non-public schools in the nation to receive this year’s distinction. “Receiving the National Blue Ribbon School Award from the U.S. Department of Education for Robert C. Lindsey Elementary School is a great honor,” states West Geauga Superintendent Dr. Richard Markwardt. “Qualifying for the Award is itself a compliment. Completing the lengthy application process and being selected as a National Blue Ribbon School is a testament to the many aspects of education, in addition to academic achievement, that make Lindsey Elementary School a Blue Ribbon School. These elements include an extensive curriculum, strong educational supports, extracurricular opportunities and community engagement. All of these components are demonstrated daily by the fine students, staff and families who earned this prestigious national honor.” Congratulations to Lindsey Elementary School Principal Melissa Becerra, teachers, staff and students on the well-deserved national recognition.
WGJRC Board Opening
The West Geauga Board of Education is seeking applicants to fill a position on the board of the West Geauga Joint Recreation District (West Geauga Commons). For more information on the position and instructions to apply, visit www.westg.org under the News section. The position is open to any resident of the West Geauga community. The deadline to apply is Sept. 30.
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West Geauga Schools
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The West Geauga High School Marching Band performs under fireworks during halftime of the homecoming football game.
Homecoming Celebrations
Homecoming is a special week for high school students, alumni and community. West Geauga celebrated with a themed spirit week complete with a class and teacher dodgeball competition all leading up to the return of the homecoming parade, football game and dance. The West Geauga Marching Band put on a homecoming performance to remember at the football game. They performed their pop show music at halftime, complete with fireworks. The eighth-grade band members also joined for a halftime song and did an amazing job in their first ever marching performance.
Special thanks to Mr. Mobley and his company for donating the fireworks and coordinating the timing with the music. The theme chosen by students, “There’s no place like HOMEcoming,” rang true for all of the familiar Wolverine alumni who returned to campus and to everyone who joined to celebrate.
Halloween Hangout
The West Geauga National Honor Society is hosting a Halloween Hangout at the high school on Oct. 26 from 5-7 pm. The event for kids includes trick-or-treating through the halls of the high school, along with games and activities in the cafeteria.
Real Estate Transfers Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the weeks ending Sept. 22 and Sept. 29, 2023, provided as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office. Transfers may involve the sale of land only. CHESTER TOWNSHIP Frank M. Spies, 12801 Vincent Drive, to Sydney Jane and Caleb Christopher Grimes, $490,000. (1.08 acres) Daniel E. Kish Jr., 12777 Manchester Drive, to Angelo Leonardo Farinacci, $268,000. (1.00 acres) Fereydoun and Elaine Elghanayan, 11578 East Hill Drive, to Holstein Homes LLC & JC Construction Group LLC, $170,000. (0.61 acres) Beth A. Mansfield (trustee), 7700 Apple
Blossom Lane, to Seamus T. Baden and Jennifer Dickard, $425,000. (3.41 acres) James J. Jr. and Barbara Maguire, 12524 Caves Road, to Paul David Michael Ridley and Katie Pestak, $930,000. (7.41 acres) Edward J. Bican, 8700 Prescott Drive, to Michele and Joseph Struiksma, $485,000. (1.55 acres) Jean F. Ramsey (TOD), 12959 County Line Road, to David and Mary Ann Lombardy, $325,000. (1.88 acres) RUSSELL TOWNSHIP Carla L. Kuhn (trustee), 15750 N. Ridge Drive, to Brenda Boice, $1,250,000. (3.01 acres) Elizabeth Campbell, 15202 Chillicothe Road, to Connor Udelson, $425,000. (10.00 acres)
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Classifieds AUTOS & PARTS
GARAGE/ESTATE SALES
2011 Chrysler Town & Country: Nice van, 125,851 miles, many new parts, $6,900. 440-632-0700.
TOOL TIME! Oct 13-14, 10a-4p, 8701 Mayfield Rd, Lot 116, Chesterland. Many hand tools. Many power tools. Large mechanic’s toolbox. Other miscellaneous items.
$ WANTED $ Junk Vehicles. Call Zac 440-679-7293. For Sale: Four(4) Goodyear all season 185/65R15 tires, mounted on rims, like new, $200. Leave message if no answer, 216-570-2298. 2010 Nissan Versa: 1.8S, 5-door, good condition, 108,000 miles, $3,900 with snow tires. 440-338-3563.
FOR RENT Office Space in Chardon: second floor, main street, approx. 535 square feet. $600/month, includes HVAC and water. Call 440-285-2247.
FOR SALE Golf Cart: Club Car, nice shape, needs batteries, asking $1,000. 440-729-1520. If no answer, leave name and number. Bicycle: Classic English Racer 25.5” frame by Colin Ming, englishman, mostly Campy components, 1969 vintage, like new, really!!! $900. 440-548-2414.
Oct 12-13-14, 9a-5p, 13395 Green Drive, Chesterland. Guitar, Trumpet, “mint condition” in-box kitchen items, collectibles, vintage, many miscellaneous, tools, ladder. Cash Only. Estate Sale, Chesterland: Art supplies, rubber stamps (250+), paper punches, Sizzix die cuts, xyron, card stock, punch needle yarn, ribbon. Women’s size 8 shoes. Jewelry. Antique round dining table, coffee table. Text for appointment 216-287-7464
Australian Shepherd corgi mix puppies, very cute, first shots and wormed, some long and some short legs, family-raised, $200. 440-548-5873. MS Kennels on the Farm, LLC offers in-home pet care. Call 440-636-2421.
MISCELLANEOUS FREE fact: Big Money marijuana companies are Funding Issue 2 to legalize recreational marijuana in Ohio! Vote NO on Issue 2!
REAL ESTATE
Sales: Many miscellaneous items! Thurs. Fri. Sat. 10a-4p. 9098 Rt. 608 Old State Rd., Chardon. Rain or Shine.
LOT FOR SALE: .34 acre lot, Bainbridge, Lake Lucerne amenities! Gas, electric, sanitary sewer & well-water all available. $99.9k. 440-596-2608.
HELP WANTED
RENTAL WANTED
Local Chagrin Falls retail packing and shipping business seeking energetic and reliable store assistant, full-time, to receive, process, and track packages, operate store billing system and register. Basic computer skills helpful, training provided. Contact Scott 440-247-9340.
Modest home for one person. I will repair and maintain if it needs work. 440-687-5404 or rhwent20@gmail.com.
Couch $175, Loveseat $100, Rocker Recliner $25, Plate Rack $20. All items in good shape. 440-632-9675.
SERVICES Hopkins Airport Transportation: Chesterland, Russell, Kirtland $50. Geauga County, Chardon East & South $60-80. On-Time, Dependable. Referrals available. Call 440-7141797. Did you know Karlovec Media Group prints business cards? Prices start at only $30 for 500 (B&W, 1-sided, no bleed). Call 440-729-7667 or email ads@karlovecmedia. com.
Dresser: small 3-drawer dresser, $35. 440-729-5277. Nine-inch Mantis electric tiller. Cash only. $200. 440554-5731.
Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything. Call between 8a-4p, 440813-4272. No answer, leave message.
Fresh cut firewood to your desired length. Split or rounds delivered, Oak & Maple. $50-$80 per 4x8 stack. 440687-5404.
Grand Valley Tree Service offering complete tree removal, trimming, cleanup and lot clearing. Free Estimates. Fully Insured. 440-307-0996.
John Deere Lawn Tractor: Model 314, 3 blades, 14-HP, 46” cutting deck, w/snow plow and trailer. $1,400. 440564-1172.
Offering special discounts for interior and exterior painting and staining. 20+ years experience. Professional and insured. Call Dan 440-342-4552.
Vinyl records, antique stoneware jugs, pottery, red nail barrels, coffee mill, toddler toys, furniture. 440-729-1082. Noritake Raphael China: 12-piece place settings with serving pieces, no chips, all perfect condition. $150/OBO. 440-729-1135.
Shredding Services: For business or residential. Pickup and shred and destroy shredded material. Reasonable prices. Call 440-729-3867.
28-foot camper, fair condition $3,500, call 440-3215997. Propane heater w/20lb tank, works great, $75. 3 Baby kittens, born 9/16/23, 440-313-1804. ATV 2004 Polaris 400 Sportsmen 4x4. Looks like new, senior owned used for hunting. Well maintained. New battery. $3,800. 440-829-1856. Mountain Bike: 26”, 18-speed Roadmaster with accessories and comfort seat. EC. Ready to ride. $85. 440-3526953 please leave message. Firewood: Seasoned Red Maple. Average length 18”. Free delivery within 10 miles of Heath Rd & 332. 4’x8’x18” $100. 440-687-5404. Storm Windows perfect for home & porch enclosures. Brand new and in the box. (7) 30-1/4 x 59-1/4, self-storing triple-tracks (2 glass & 1 screen inserts.) Regular price $250 each. Buy now for $125 each. Call George 440336-5044.
WANTED TO BUY
Buck wood-burner stove: Model-91, catalytic, blower, SS-liner, cap; $750. Air tank: portable, 125-psi, 9-gallon, 25-foot hose, VGC; $50. 440-338-1585.
Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures (wood or plastic), mouse to bear traps, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee 440313-8331.
PETS & ANIMALS Kittens available for adoption, 5-6 months old, fixed & vaxxed, feleuk/FIV negative, & need indoor homes. Call Rebecca 440-321-2485.