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Middlef ield Strever Clutch in Huskies Victory By Alan Kornspan sports@karlovecmedia.com For the Cardinal Huskies Boys basketball program, the past few years have been challenging. However, this season the Huskies are led by a group of underclassmen looking to turn things around. On Dec. 30, with four sophomores and a freshman on the court in the final minutes, the Huskies held off a furious comeback bid by the Springfield Spartans to claim a 62-61 victory on their home court. With less than 30 seconds to go in the game, and the Huskies clinging to a 60-59 lead, the Spartans made the decision to send the Huskies to the free throw line. After the Spartans fouled sophomore Kannon Strever, he went to the line to shoot two free throws. Kannon Strever explained that during the intense final minutes, stay-
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ing relaxed under pressure was key. “You just got to stay calm and not let them control the pace, you just got to slow it down,” Strever said. As Kannon Strever went to the foul line with the game on the line he was focused on making both free throws in order to deny the Spartans a chance to hit a game winning shot. At the free throw line, Strever concentrated on his breathing in order to stay calm and keep his mind clear. “I was just breathing, not letting anything in my head, I wasn't really thinking about it,” Strever said. “I just shot my two shots. Stayed calm and made both my free throws.” After Strever put the Huskies up 62-59, the Spartans had a final opportunity to complete a miraculous fourth quarter comeback and send the game into overtime. In the final moments of the contest, Kannon Strever said that the See Huskies • Page 6
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As Kannon Strever went to the foul line with the game on the line he was focused on making both free throws. Strever did just that as Cardinal beat Springfield, 62-61 on Dec. 30.
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Staff Report Amanda Beesley, 36, of Cleveland, died following a single-vehicle accident just before noon on Christmas Eve at the intersection of Bundysburg Road and state Route 87 in Middlefield Township, said Ohio State Highway Patrol Sgt. Scott Schweinfurth in a press release. A 1971 Chevy Fleetside pickup truck, driven by Sherman Moore, 42, of Cleveland, was eastbound on state Route 87 when it went off the right side of the highway, hit a large rock, flipped over and caught fire, according to the OSHP press release. Moore and two passengers were ejected from the truck, the patrol said. Beesley and Donald Davis, 61, also of Cleveland, were flown to MetroHealth Medical Center in See Crash • Page 6
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Matthew Claar is escorted into Geauga County Court of Common Pleas Judge Matt Rambo’s courtroom Dec. 22 after pleading no-contest to vehicular homicide regarding a two-vehicle accident Oct. 4 that killed Joseph Plotts, of Middlefield Township.
Matthew Claar, 47, of Leavittsburg, Ohio, was released on a personal recognizance bond Dec. 22 after entering a no-contest plea to vehicular homicide stemming from a two-vehicle crash Oct. 4 that resulted in the death of Joseph Plotts, 46, of Middlefield Township. A change-of-plea hearing was held in front of Geauga County Court of Common Pleas Judge Matthew Rambo after the defendant initially pleaded not guilty at his arraignment, according to Geauga County Prosecutor Jim Flaiz. Claar faces a mandatory six to 18 months in prison, a $2,500 fine and a possible one- to five-year driver’s license suspension, Rambo said during the hearing. Claar was charged with vehicular homicide after he failed to slow his vehicle down and struck See Claar • Page 6
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Town Crier Genealogical Society Meets
Jan. 13, 7-8:30 p.m. Cheryl McClellan will present “Who Were Northeast Ohio's Prehistoric Native Americans?” via Zoom at the next meeting of the Geauga County Genealogical Society. Learn about NE Ohio’s first people, including the “Whittlesey Focus” culture. The program begins after a brief business meeting. Registration is required; visit gcgsoh.org.
Bloodmobile
Jan. 16, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive at Middlefield Library, 16167 East High St., Middlefield. Visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767 to make an appointment.
Life Recovery 12 Step Meeting
Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m. The open group for men and women meets weekly at Horizons Christian Assembly, 14920 White Road in Middlefield and welcomes anyone struggling with grief, alcoholism, addiction, depression, co-dependency or any other habit that lessens the quality of life. The group offers support, encouragement, fellowship and discipleship.Learn more at www.Horizons4you.com/LifeRecovery. Email your nonprofit and community events to editor@karlovecmedia.com for possible publication. Submissions may be edited for length, content and grammer.
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30 Years Later: Giving Back to Shape the Future Submitted Time has a way of revealing what truly matters. This quote resonates particularly in a small town, and especially for the Class of 1996, as they begin to prepare for their 30th Class Reunion in Middlefield. Although the event will be a time spent reminiscing on their careers as Cardinal Huskies, many of them are striving to create a bigger and brighter experience for students at Cardinal Elementary School. Rather than simply honoring the past, the class is choosing to invest in what comes next. “The Class of 1996 wanted to celebrate our 30-year reunion next year with more than just memories—we wanted to make a difference,” said campaign leader Joshua Seyer. “So, we are going big with a goal of raising at least $30,000 by July 2026 to make this happen. The Cardinal School system is where so many of our stories began. “It gave us the teachers, the friendships, and the community values that still guide us today. Launching the 30for30 campaign felt like the perfect way to honor that legacy. It's our way of saying thank you to a school that shaped us — and paying it forward to the next generation of Huskies.” Those experiences sparked a vision for what could be possible for today’s students. The school has already purchased several Promethean Boards, and they have already been installed in the classrooms of Cardinal Elementary School. An interactive smart board that connects to a computer, where teachers and students can write, draw, and engage with videos and educational games, and apps.
Alison Tomazic, an intervention specialist at Cardinal Elementary School, values the opportunity to support her students as they learn and grow, meeting them where they are and helping them reach their full potential. Her favorite feature on the boards includes the annotation tool. “I teach in the self-contained classroom for special education, and my students were so excited when the board was finally installed,” one student said. “This is a big moment!” “I am using it throughout the day to play relaxing music with nature scenes, which helps set a calm tone in our classroom,” said Tomazic. Lisa Simms, a second-grade teacher at Cardinal Elementary, is another staff member adapting to new classroom technology. She incorporates her Promethean Board into daily instruction, learning new features along the way to better support her students. “I use the board every day in all subject areas. I mostly project lessons and activities from my computer. As with a TV, the picture is crisp and clear. Also, when using the Promethean Board itself, the annotation and whiteboard features are most useful,” said Simms. So, where did the inspiration come from for Seyer to want to give back to his alma mater, and why specifically did he and his team choose to update the technology? Seyer has worked closely with the Cardinal Elementary School assistant principal, Mrs. Owen, and the superintendent, Mr. Cunningham, about the needs that the district has. “In our discussions with both Mr. Cunningham and Mrs. Owen, they highlighted that while the teachers were doing incredible work, they were often sharing limited tools and resources across classrooms,” Seyer said.
“Their feedback helped us prioritize devices that would make the biggest difference—tools that support interactive lessons, small-group work, and different learning styles. Their expertise shaped the entire plan.” This campaign started in early June, with donations from multiple alumni already rolling in. Seyer has made the campaign easy to participate in. With a simple website and drop-off locations. Every little bit helps! This campaign is expected to run through late summer to raise $30,000 or more. Teachers have shared overwhelmingly positive feedback about their experiences using the technology in their classrooms. Staff members are also looking ahead to additional training opportunities that will allow them to further develop their skills and maximize the impact of these tools. “Honestly, we just want to help make things a little brighter in the classroom. We grew up in these classrooms, so we know how much it means when teachers have what they need, and kids feel excited to learn,” Seyer said. “We hope that this technology helps spark that same sense of curiosity and wonder we felt as students—only now with tools we never could’ve imagined back in 1996. “Cardinal provides a very up-to-date education, and having a piece of technology that allows the teachers and staff to access more curriculum is essential,” Mrs. Owens sadi. “We also appreciate that it is a whole-class opportunity and that it continues to allow our use of student technology to be purposeful and developmentally appropriate. Thank you again to Mr. Seyer and the Class of 1996! Thank you as well to all of our supporters of the Cardinal Local Schools, and go Huskies!”
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Faith Matters The Peace of God’s Presence As you and I begin our faith journey into by our emotions. Our feelings, i.e., sadness, the New Year, we can be sure that God will loneliness, confusion, uncertainty and anger always be with us. How do we know that? The can all lead us to the conclusion that God is Lord Himself has said, “Never will I leave no longer with us. Because we don’t sense you, never will I abandon you” (Hebrews God’s presence we conclude that He must 13:5). God assures you and me that He will not be around. However, the Bible assures us always stay by our side. that God’s love and presence transcend our Just before the risen Christ was taken up feelings. 1 John 3:19,20 tells us that “God to heaven, He said, “Surely I am is greater than our hearts.” That with you always, even to the end includes the “ups and downs” asof the age.” Jesus assures His folsociated with our emotions. As a lowers of His living presence both result, we discover that we can now and until the end of time, as “set our hearts at rest in His preswe know it. ence.” In addition, The Bible teaches As I write this, my wife is that God is “omnipresent.” In othfar away in Australia visiting our er words, the presence of God is daughter and son-in-law. She is always everywhere. In Psalm 139, By Roger Kruse not present with me, but her love David asks the question, “Where can I go and commitment somehow keep her close to from your Spirit? Where could I go to escape my heart. After 44 years of marriage, we both your presence?” He then goes on to assert find assurance and blessing in knowing that that no matter where he goes, God’s hand we always have one another. In a sense, nothwill guide him and hold him fast. No change ing can separate us from the life we share in our location, in light or in darkness, or varitogether. ation of circumstances can negate the Lord’s As you move forward into the coming presence with us. year, God invites you to trust Him. Without I like the way David affirms God’s presence both “behind” him and “in front of” him. faith, it is impossible to know and experience Perhaps we can say that what is “behind” you His favor. Proverbs 3:5,6 challenges us to represents that part of life that you have al- trust in the Lord with all our heart and don’t ready lived. All the experiences that are in try to figure everything out on your own. Acyour personal history, including your failures, knowledge Him in all your ways and He will cannot harm you. God is standing guard, keep you on track. Often I have prayed a short prayer, “Lord watching over you. Concerning what is “in front of” you, with all its unknown tomor- Jesus, I put all my trust in you.” Affirming our rows, you can likewise be confident that God faith chases fear and worry away. After all, is leading the way with His loving presence. God is with us. He will never leave us. Our lives are in His hands. His sovereign power He will be with you every step of the way. However, David adds one more thought and purpose is over every detail of our lives for us to remember. He also states that the and circumstances. You and I can be at peace, Lord has “laid His hand upon me.” We can resting in His abiding presence. experience the personal, comforting and Roger Kruse finds peace and strength by guiding presence of the God who promises to never leave us. His calm and tender touch trusting God. Each and every day ahead, in 2026, is already known to the Lord. I need not is upon us. Many of us can be overfully influenced be anxious with Jesus at my side.
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Spartans ran a nice play to attempt a shot from behind the arc. The Spartans' last gasp attempt to tie the game created high excitement for fans in attendance. The first three point attempt was rebounded by the Spartans who quickly kicked it out beyond the arc. The Spartans then got a second open look, but missed again. A Spartan player then rebounded the ball directly under the basket and put the ball in the basket at the buzzer. Huskies win, 62-61! Although the contest ended close, the Huskies took an early 20-10 lead after the first quarter. Helping the Huskies get out to a big lead was sophomore Carson Davis who hit three 3-pointers in the first quarter. Davis, who led the Huskies with 18 points, said that he was just trying to stay calm and relaxed throughout the game. In the second quarter, the Huskies were led by sophomore Joey Komandt who had 6 of his 10 points in the period. Komandt said that his focus during the quarter and throughout the game was not only to put the ball in the basket, but to also focus on passing and rebounding. “I pretty much was trying to get more rebounds than points,” Komandt said. “I was trying to help the team out because we have a little bit of trouble with our size in getting rebounds. So I try to be in the paint more, get some buckets in the paint, instead of shooting three's. In the second half, the Spartans narrowed the lead down to 53-41 after three quarters. In the final quarter, Komandt said that
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the Spartans were able to get back in the game by increasing their pace and causing turnovers. “They pretty much just ran us in that fourth quarter,” Komandt said. “They caused some turnovers. We couldn't really score the ball, we were getting pressured. But we ended up still hanging on and taking the “W”. In the final quarter, the Spartans outscored the Huskies, 20-9, to make the final score 62-61. For the game, the Huskies were led by Davis (18 points), Kannon Strever (13), Ian Sindelar (11), Komandt (10), Blake Strever (3), Lauri Ala Uotila (3) and Sam Pannetti (2). After the victory over the Spartans, Huskies Head Basketball Coach Kyle Deckerd said that he was proud of the effort his team gave throughout the contest. “The kids played really hard,” Coach Deckerd said. “That's really what it comes down to is their effort and their will to win. It's really awesome. I'm so proud of the young group that we have. These guys get better every single day, it's really great.”
Jan. 12, 4-4:45 p.m. Youth in grades K-5 will become wildlife detectives while embarking on a journey to learn how native Ohio critters survive Old Man Winter’s frost and snow.
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from page 1 Cleveland with life-threatening injuries, according to the release. Beesley died Dec. 25. Moore was taken by ambulance to MetroHealth, where he was treated and released, Schweinfurth said.
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from page 1 the back of a motorcycle driven by Plotts, who was turning from state Route 528 onto Nauvoo Road. Plotts was pronounced dead at the scene. Claar’s Amish passenger was injured, as well, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Claar was arraigned Oct. 6 before Chardon Municipal Court Judge Terri Stupica. “(The) vehicular homicide charge was elevated from a first-degree misdemeanor to a fourth-degree felony because the defendant was driving without a license,” Flaiz said at the time. “He has 35 license suspensions listed on his record since 1999. The misuse of a non-commercial motor vehicle charge stems from the defendant driving an Amish customer at the time of the crash.” When Rambo asked about Claar’s education, Claar said he dropped out of school in the seventh grade, but earned his GED while incarcerated. Rambo said although Claar waived his right to a trial when his no-contest plea was
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Jan. 22, 4-4:45 p.m. Test skills by taking on fast paced challenges with just one minute to win it. The accident remains under investigation. The Geauga County Sheriff’s Office, police, emergency medical service workers and firefighters from Middlefield Village, Bloomfield Township, Burton Village and Farmington assisted troopers at the scene. Both lanes of Route 87 were closed for about two hours, Schweinfurth said Dec. 26. accepted, he may still have the right to appeal the decision. He accepted Claar’s no-contest plea to vehicular homicide, a fourth-degree felony, and said sentencing would be scheduled, likely for the end of January, following a presentence hearing. Claar, Geauga County Public Defender Paul Mooney and Geauga County Prosecutor Jim Flaiz signed the agreement, under which Flaiz agreed not to oppose a personal recognizance bond and to dismiss the misdemeanor charges related to driving without a license and misusing a noncommercial motor vehicle. Also under the agreement, Claar must abstain from alcohol, marijuana, THC and other nonprescribed drugs; may not enter bars; may not leave Ohio without permission; must submit to random drug and alcohol testing; and must report to the court’s probation department, according to court documents. Claar also was ordered to report to the Geauga County Safety Center to be fingerprinted, photographed and to provide a DNA sample. A sentencing date was not noted in the court records.
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Cardinal Girls Partner with County Dog Warden By Cameron Palmer sports@karlovecmedia.com Every year, the Cardinal girls' basketball team hosts a game where they give back to the community and take part in something bigger than the game played on the hardwood. On Dec. 22, in a game against Chalker, they hosted a “Mission Treats for Paws” event, teaming up with Geauga County Dog Warden Matt Granito to help provide the dogs and the shelter with what they needed. “Usually we do a Toys for Tots with Geauga Job and Family Services, and we take presents to JFS, and this year we did something different,” Coach Domen said. “I contacted Granito in the summer and asked if he thought it was a good idea and if he could come out with a couple of dogs so we could present them with some donations. He was all about it, but when it came down to doing it, he only had one dog left at the shelter that was skittish, so he got to use my dogs for it.” Granito, who also works as a referee for the OHSAA, has always had a close relationship with the Cardinal and Middlefield communities, making it seamless for Domen and him to work together for this cause. “Matt’s great. He refs our Amish/Yankee tournament, so I know him quite well, and his kids went to school with my kids. It was easy to get hold of him, and he sent me a list of things the shelter needed, and I got it to our parents so they could help,” Domen said. “We donated two laundry baskets full of items that the shelter needed. He was very supportive of the whole thing.” And the players' parents were on board as well to help make this game special. “When we have our parent meetings, I always tell them the things we’re going to do,o and I have parents that are really awesome and are willing to pitch in, whether it’s giving back to the community or spreading awareness,” Domen said of the basketball parents. “We do a thank you to the parents where we make poster boards and thank them for all
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The Cardinal girls basketball team hosted a “Mission Treats for Paws” game in association with the Geauga County Dog Shelter on Dec. 22.
the little things that they do. They do our team dinners, the 50/50 raffles, and lend a hand with the Amish/Yankee tournament, so I’m grateful that these parents are willing to do these kinds of things.” Basketball is an excellent platform for anyone to use to escape life’s daily troubles, and a game day was a great way to leverage it to raise awareness about things that can go unnoticed. “We have a lot of people that come to the games, and I feel that there’s a lot of things basketball can be used for,” Domen said. “When I decided on the dog shelter and had Granito talk about adopting a dog or how to donate, it was such a good platform to do that because we’re in front of a crowd, so that we can get it out to everyone.” From the view of the Dog Warden, Matt Granito, this was an excellent opportunity for him and the Dog Shelter. “It was fabulous to see the care they had
Real Estate Transfers Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the weeks ending Dec. 19 and Dec. 26, 2025, and period Dec. 29-31, 2025, provided as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office. Transfers may involve the sale of land only. HUNTSBURG TOWNSHIP Melvin D. and Erma E. Burkholder, 16438 Burton Windsor Road, to Robert E. and Mary Ellen Miller, $380,000. (11.44 acres) MIDDLEFIELD TOWNSHIP Helen L. Reighard, 15735 Madison Road, to Andrew O. and Susie J. Miller, $281,600. (2.20 acres) Noah J. and Marie L. Kauffman, 14989 Hayes Road, to John Mary and Ellen D. Troyer, $433,000. (5.13 acres) Samuel W. and Ruth L. Fisher, 17611 Kinsman Road, to Allen W. Fisher, Carol Fisher, Willard E. Fisher and Tena Marie Fisher, $270,000. (10.21 acres) Erma J. and Fannie R. Yoder, 15768 Burton Windsor Road, to Marvin M. Jr. and Laura W. Miller, $325,000. (10.37 acres) MIDDLEFIELD VILLAGE NVR Inc., 15416 Oak Hill Drive, to Angel
Luis Caba and Crystal Elisa Tatis, $319,700. (0.21 acres) NVR Inc., 15260 Timber Ridge, to Kimberly J. Carter, $348,500. (0.21 acres) NRV Inc., 15409 Oak Hill Drive, to Gary N. Bakst, $309,100. (0.25 acres) Middlefield Parkway, 15114 Sawgrass Lane, to NVR Inc., $68,600. (0.19 acres) NVR Inc., 15254 Woodsong Drive, to Kristy M. Russell, $289,600. (0.21 acres) Sherpa Development Company LLC, 14961 S. State Ave., to Van Boxel Commercial LLC, $650,000. (3.68 acres) Edmond and Dee Ann Tobin, and Ryan Scott Williams, 14765 Lakeview Drive (Bldg. 13, Unit 2), to Nathan Terrill, $189,200. (0.00 acres) PARKMAN TOWNSHIP Chris L. Natali and The Estate of Christopher Louis Natali, 16663 Main Market Road, to Holly Bond, $234,000. (1.03 acres) William D. Kuhns (TOD), 16960 Hosmer Road, to Rosanna M. and Melvin J. Mast Jr., $440,000. (5.79 acres) Robert E. and Mary Ellen Miller, Patch Road, to Nancy M. Miller, Vernon A. Yoder, and Ada M. Yoder, $3,500. (0.30 acres)
for the animals,s and the want to help them out was amazing,” he said. “When (Coach Domen) brought it to my attention, I was absolutely interested because we have so many stray dogs that come in from Geauga County.” Watching the team play for something bigger than basketball was a special moment. “The idea of any community coming together and getting donations and food for these dogs is just amazing because these are homeless dogs that are looking for a home, and it’s also great because afterwards some of the players wanted to volunteer with us,” Granito said. “Not only did they help the animals, but it’s also allowing these students to come and do some volunteering for us.” Seeing a young group of athletes willing to go the extra mile is an accurate representation of what the small, but mighty, Middlefield community is all about. “It’s just an effort of the community to
give help to people who rely on donations and people to volunteer, and it’s for a great cause. It’s great to be a part of that and this community,” he said. Granito is open to working with other schools and teams throughout the County to continue spreading awareness for his cause. “I hope that other sports programs see this in Geauga County and decide to do this, or something like this. We would really love it,” Granito said. For anyone interested, the Geauga County Dog Shelter & Warden’s Office is located at 12513 Merritt Road in Chardon, and all donations are welcome. Monetary donations can be made out to the Geauga County Dog Shelter, and you can call them at 440-2792180. You can also find them on Facebook at “Friends of the Geauga County Dog Shelter and Warden’s Office” to see pictures and information of all the animals up for adoption.
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FinishPro II 395 Graco Sprayer $2,000/OBO. QEP Professional Tilesaw Mod 60010 2-hp $150/OBO. Mercury 200 outboard, needs coil, make offer. 440-272-5736. Used 38’x50’ blue tarp, $40. 440-548-5801 or 216387-8994. Nursery Infant Scale-$6. Honda CRV floor mats-$8. Vintage metal tricycle-$15. George Foreman Grilling Machine-$10. 440-346-7708, leave msg. OLD CAMERAS, HO Train items, large granite counter-top pieces, copper kettles, fresh/salt water aquariums, old clocks, kerosene lamps. Inquire. 440-3383563. Russell. Aguilar DB212 Bass Cabinet. Big time bottom. Mint condition. Never gigged. Comes with cover. No dings or scratches. Paid $1,350. Will sell for $1,000. 440669-2763. Sauna: EC, $250/OBO. Chipper and Shredder: can chip up to 4” branches, have owners manual and extra set of teeth, $650. 330-980-5540, Middlefield. For sale - 4 sheets 5/8x12 drywall. $10 a sheet. 440636-3173. Family Burial Plot for sale. All Souls Cemetery. Serene location in prime section. Section 16. 216-440-8743.
Two double-hung Provia replacement windows: combined dimensions 75 7/8 X 53 5/8. Perfect for a front window $500. 440-336-5044 George. Custom sizes & shapes available. Niagara Metal Squaring Shear, Model 136, Capacity 36” x 14 gauge. 5 HP single phase electric motor good working condition, $1,500 - contact Joe, 440-8620543.
Private Investor paying cash for homes/land in any condition. Call or text Brian today at 440-346-0161 for a No-obligation offer. No repairs needed. Fast closings. 4810 Hickory Rd, West Farmington $239,900. OPEN HOUSE SUN JAN 11th 2p-4p. 3 bed ranch in park-like setting. Dianne Bradfield 330-296-2770.
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AM Rides LLC: Reliable transportation for Amish crew hauling, cleaning crews, hunting trips, auctions, and towing. Safe, insured and on time. Airport trips also available. Call Craig: 330-431-8282. Experienced Cleaner: will clean your house or office. 440-313-1804.
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Holland lop rabbits: $5 each. 440-321-8152. Dog Boarding Day Care: in-home. Call John 440-5338870. www.happyhoundhouse.com For Sale: Six-month old Hereford Heifer. 440-5485998. Gray 6 month old tuxedo cat needs indoor home. Neutered, vaxxed, very sweet but shy. Great with other cats. Call Rebecca 440-321-2485. For Sale: 55-gal and 32-gal aquariums, in double stand $100. 440-729-0070.
MISCELLANEOUS FREE thought; A new year. A fresh start. A goal of a happy, productive life. All drugfree! Pass it on. .34-acre Bainbridge lot on 306, part of Lake Lucerne community with amenities. Tap into utilities: gas, electric, sewer, private community well and SAVE BIG! 57k. 440-596-2608.
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WANTED TO BUY 4-wheelers, 3-wheelers, dirt bikes, mini-bikes, go-carts, golf carts, gators, farm tractors/equipment, trailers, riding mowers, snowplows. Paying cash. 440-413-3119. Also, scrap cleanup and removal. Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures (wood or plastic), mouse to bear traps, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee 440-313-8331.
WORK WANTED Looking for a 1-3 man crew to drive and work for, I have tools and an F150 ext cab. 330-978-4689 Josh.
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