Middlef ield Community News from Middlefield, Parkman, Huntsburg and Surrounding Areas
POST Wednesday, October 28, 2026 • Vol. 19 No. 11 • FREE
Cardinal Schools
Renewal Levy Would Maintain Current Tax Rate
Middlefield Native Jake Bean Drafted by Cleveland Guardians Submitted
By Ann Wishart ann@karlovecmedia.com
Cardinal Schools’ five-year, 9.7-mill renewal levy for current expenses would not cost property owners more than they are currently paying, Superintendent Jack Cunningham said in a recent interview. “The levy brings in about $3.3 million a year and goes into the general fund for salaries, benefits, purchased services and day-to-day operations,” he said. See Levy • Page 4
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Jake Bean was selected by the Guardians in the 11th round of the 2026 Major League Baseball draft, 333rd overall, following a college career that took him from Kent State University to the University of Louisville. Mayor Ben Garlich presented him with a proclamation recognizing his achievements and the pride he has brought to his hometown.
Growing up in Middlefield Township, Jake Bean spent much of his childhood playing baseball, never knowing for certain where the game might take him. Today, at 21, the Cardinal High School graduate is part of the Cleveland Guardians organization, working toward the opportunity to pitch in the major leagues. Bean was selected by the Guardians in the 11th round of the 2026 Major League Baseball draft, 333rd overall, following a college career that took him from Kent State University to the University of Louisville. His accomplishment recently brought him back to Middlefield, where Mayor Ben Garlich presented him with a proclamation recognizing his achievements and the pride he has brought to his hometown. See Bean • Page 6
Gallery Showcases Amish Artists By John Karlovec editor@karlovecmedia.com
Village Shares Holiday Spirit Staff Report The Middlefield Chamber of Commerce is inviting businesses, residents and families to celebrate the holiday season through Merry Middlefield, a communitywide initiative beginning Nov. 1 and continuing through Christmas. The celebration combines holiday shopping, special events and charitable giving to encourage residents to support local businesses while helping families in need throughout the community. See Merry Middlefield • Page 11
Reuben Bender can’t remember a time when he wasn’t drawing. Now the self-taught artist is giving other Amish artists a place to sell their work at Swine Creek Studios Gallery, 16855 Bridge Road. Bender opened the gallery about a year ago and will hold a grand opening Nov. 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with 10% off all art. Every artist featured in the gallery is Amish or was raised Amish, but most of the work displayed would appeal to non-Amish buyers. Wildlife scenes and landscapes make up much of the collection, in pencil, acrylic and oil. The gallery also carries still life prints and one unique piece of 3-art. See Artists • Page 5
Happy Halloween Middlefield Village
Oct. 31 • 5:30-7:30 p.m. Trick or Treat in the Village of Middlefield will be held on Oct. 31 from 5:30-7:30p.m. After trick or treating, head over to the Middlefield Fire Station, 14870 N. State Ave., for the annual costume contest and refreshments from 7:30-9 p.m.
Huntsburg Township
Oct. 31 • 5:30-7:30 p.m. Trick or Treat night for Huntsburg Township will be held 5:30-7:30 p.m. Residents wishing to have their homes visited are asked to leave a porch or outside light on. Children are asked to stop only at homes with lights on.
Orwell Village
Oct. 31 • 4-6 p.m. Orwell Village has scheduled trick-or-treating, followed by a children’s Halloween party at the new fire department and village administration building at 431 E. Main St. The event will feature food, music, children’s activities and craft vendors. Families also will have an opportunity to tour the new building and see the village’s newest fire truck. The afterparty is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m., with vendors opening at 4 p.m.
West Farmington Village
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Amish artist Reuben Bender paints deer onto an old handsaw at his worktable. Acrylic is his preferred paint because it cleans up with soap and water.
Oct. 31 • 5-7 p.m. In addition to trick-or-treating, the village also has made a free Halloween coloring sheet available to families through its website. Families are encouraged to participate in this free October coloring activity. Once finished, families are asked to send a picture of their completed coloring sheet to WestFarmingtonVillage@gmail. com and it will be added to the village’s Community Gallery.
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Trunk or Treat
Oct. 28, 5:30-8 p.m. Geauga County Sherriff’s Office will host its annual Trunk or Treat in the parking lot of the Geauga County Safety Center, 12450 Merritt Road in Claridon Township. The event is free. To ensure every child leaves with a full bag of treats, candy donations for the event may be dropped off in the lobby during normal business hours. For more information, call the office at 440-279-2070.
Family Dinner and Movie Night
FGP Explorer Series
Nov. 5, 10 a.m. to noon Join Foundation for Geauga Parks for a guided hike at Headwaters Park, 13365 Old State Road in Huntsburg Township. The hike will explore old-growth forest along the Buckeye Trail, offering scenic views of East Branch Reservoir, eagle nests, waterfowl and remnants of old cabins. For information or to register, visit foundationforgeaugaparks.org or call 440-5641048.
Fish and Shrimp Dinner
Oct. 30, 4 p.m. First United Methodist Church hosts its God Shares a Meal and movie night at the church located at 14999 South State Ave., Middlefield. Dinner is from 4-6 p.m., followed by a family movie at 6:15 p.m. For information, call 440-632-0480.
Nov. 6, 4-7 p.m. The Bloomfield High School Junior Class is sponsoring a fish and shrimp dinner Nov. 6, from 4-7 p.m., in the Bloomfield High School cafeteria. Fish dinners are $8.75 and $9.50. Shrimp dinners are $10. Carry-out orders are also available. For more information, call 440-200-0861.
Bloodmobile
Holiday Outdoor Market
Nov. 5 • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive at Cardinal High School, 14785 Thompson Ave., Middlefield. Visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800733-2767 to make an appointment.
PUBLIC NOTICE Village of Middlefield
During the Village of Middlefield council meeting public hearing held on Oct. 8, 2026, the village passed the following legislation: Ordinance 26-151: An ordinance adopting and implementing the Middlefield Trump Account Matching Program. The complete text of this ordinance may be viewed or obtained at the office of the Fiscal Officer, 14860 N. State Ave., Middlefield, during regular business hours. This public notice does not constitute a legal notice. The required legal notice is published in the Geauga County Maple Leaf.
Nov. 7, 1-5 p.m. The Cottages at Briar will host a Holiday Outdoor Market at 14820 N. State Ave., Middlefield. The event will feature more than 40 artisan vendors offering handmade gifts, baked goods and more. Activities include photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a s’mores station and a 50/50 raffle. Food trucks and cider also will be available. For more information, call 440-261-4808 or visit briar.living.
Genealogical Society Meets
Nov. 10, 6:45 p.m. The Geauga County Genealogical Society will meet via Zoom for "The Forgotten War" with Brian Rinehardt, a professional researcher at National Archives and Records Administration. Rinehardt will discuss National Archives records for soldiers from the War of 1812 and Civil War. Sign-in begins at 6:45 p.m., followed by a brief business meeting at 7 p.m. and the program. Registration required at www.gcgsoh.org.
Festival of Trees
Dec. 5 and 12 The Middlefield Historical Society invites businesses, organizations and individuals to decorate and display a Christmas tree for its Festival of Trees at the historic 1818 Century Inn, 14979 S. State Ave., Middlefield. Participation is free, and there is no charge for visitors. For more information, call 440632-1148 or email geauga44@hotmail.com.
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Levy
from page 1 The renewal levy, if passed, would continue to collect $3,358,583 annually and cost homeowners $206 per year per $100,000 property valuation, according to the Geauga County Auditor’s Office. The levy would commence in 2027, with payments due in 2028. An informational flier distributed by The Supporters of Cardinal Schools outlines changes in the district’s finances and enrollment since 2021. Cardinal’s annual general fund revenue is about $15.9 million, an increase of about $800,000 since 2021. Meanwhile, the state’s contribution of $2.8 million has decreased by about $500,000, according to the flier. The district has 41 full-time teachers, 38.3% fewer than five years ago, and the student-to-teacher ratio has increased by 34.3% over the same period. Enrollment has declined 18% since 2021, according to the flier. “We understand enrollment is dropping in our school district, like in other districts around the state of Ohio,” Cunningham said. Right-sizing staffing and facilities has been an ongoing goal, he said. “We’ve been very proactive in keeping our staffing expenses down,” he said. “We believe in managing and operating to keep us in the black and keep us very effective in what we do.” The district sold A.J. Jordack Elementary School in 2025 for $2.2 million. However, the proceeds must be spent on capital improvements, such as roofs, doors and windows,
Creative Connections for Veterans The Geauga County Department on Aging, Geauga County Veterans Services and Fairmount Center for the Arts will offer free weekly art and music programs for adult and senior veterans. The program focuses on improving the health, well-being and quality of life of veterans affected by trauma, as well as their families and caregivers. Classes run Wednesdays from 1:303 p.m. at the Middlefield Senior Center, beginning Nov. 4. Call 440-632-0611 to register.
Cunningham said. “It cannot go toward operating expenses and cannot be pushed over to the general fund,” he said. About 69% of the district’s funding comes from local property taxes, while the state provides about 24% of its revenue, according to the flier. About 65% of the budget goes toward salaries and benefits, while approximately 25% is spent on purchased services, the flier said, noting inflation has increased by about 4.5%, requiring the district to stretch its revenue further each year. If the five-year, 9.7-mill renewal levy passes, Cunningham said he anticipates the district will not need to ask voters for new money now, provided state legislators do not further reduce funding or increase unfunded mandates. He credited the Cardinal Schools Board of Education, administration and staff with working to keep the district financially solvent. “Currently, we don’t need any new money now — we just can't afford to lose the money we have,” he said.
Geauga Library MIDDLEFIELD BRANCH 16167 East High St., Middlefield, 440-6321961. Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.
History of the Vampire
Oct. 29, 7-8 p.m. • Virtual Hop on Zoom to delve into Count Dracula’s castle. Learn what inspired Bram Stoker to create Dracula, the historical connection between Count Dracula and Vlad the Impaler and the elements of the original novel that never make it into modern adaptations.
Fueling the Forces
Nov. 10, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Celebrate Veterans Day by learning how troops were fed throughout the nation’s history, from hardtack and C-rations to today’s MREs, then stay for a special MRE taste test.
Library Discussions
Registration is not required. • Virtual, Oct. 29, 7-8 p.m., “What Have You Done” by Shari Lapena • Virtual, Nov. 9, 6:30-7:30 p.m., “The Familiar” by Leigh Bardugo
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Artists from page 1
“You find most anything,” Bender said. Bender met most of the artists he represents at an annual gathering of Amish and Mennonite artists, which alternates each year between Indiana and Holmes County, Ohio. The current artists hail from Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania and Colorado. Artists whose work is featured include Andy Mast, pencil prints; D.L. Miller, acrylics; Sarah Lantz, original oils and works in modeling plaster and acrylic; Cristy Otto, prints on canvas; Daniel Miller, prints on metal; Rose Schmucker, original acrylics and prints; Marla Miller, prints on canvas; Roseanne Otto, original oils; David Girod, a hand-carved chain made from a single piece of buckeye burl; Keturah Yoder, original oils; and Jake Brennamen, prints on canvas and hardwood. One of those artists, Andy Mast, is a graphite pencil artist known for detailed drawings of horses and rural life. Mast was raised Amish on a farm in southern Illinois, where he developed his skills drawing by lantern light after his chores were done. His faith and his years working with horses shape much of his art. He now works out his studio at the base of the Sangre De Cristo mountain range in Westcliffe, Colo. At 17, Mast suffered a serious head injury in an accident involving a horse. In the hard years that followed, drawing became a refuge for him and a way to express hope, healing and perseverance. His work has been shown at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum and the Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum.
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“Peace in Solitude,” a pencil print by Andy Mast, shows a cowboy resting with his horse and dog on the open range. Mast is known for detailed graphite drawings of horses and rural life.
Bender’s own work includes original pencil drawings and acrylic paintings, including acrylics painted on old saw blades and handsaws. One special piece is an original acrylic called “Harvest Moon Goose,” which Bender submitted in 2024 in the Ohio Legacy Stamp Contest. Bender is also working on a four-season series of acrylic paintings on large saw blades. He has already finished spring. He also considers commissions and offers custom framing. Acrylic is his preferred paint, though he
also enjoys working in pencil and colored pencil. “You can use it as an oil or a watercolor, but you can clean up with soap and water,” he said. “You don’t have the messy kerosene or the turpentine to clean up with.” Bender said he hopes to add more carvings and wood sculptures to the gallery, though the artists can be hard to find. He never took an art class. Instead, he learned from books and through trial and error, along with a few tips from D.L. Miller, an Amish folk artist known for detailed
panoramic winter scenes, rural countryside paintings, who once lived next door. Bender keeps a drawing he made at age 7 alongside a portrait he painted years later to show how far practice can take an artist. He often recalls a story about a well-known painter, Guy Coheleach, who was asked how long a 6-by-3-foot painting took him. The painter answered that it took 30 years to learn how, then six weeks for the pencil work and another six weeks for the paint. “It’s something you can learn, but it takes time and commitment,” Bender said. That is part of why he would like to offer art classes someday. Many Amish children enjoy drawing but have nowhere to learn, he said. Their schools generally don’t hold art classes, and when students are handed a sheet of paper and told to draw, many dislike it because they believe they can’t. Bender also hopes the gallery will become a place where local artists can gather. “I’d love to meet local artists, sit down and talk shop,” he said. His own encouragement came early. He still has the kindergarten report card on which his teacher wrote that he had outstanding artistic ability. “My kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Burt, from Huntsburg (Elementary School), she was an inspiration to me,” Bender said. “That always inspired me. I don’t know if she’s still living or not, but if she is, it’d be nice to meet her again.” Bender works part time during the week at Naturepedic Organic Mattress Store in Bainbridge Township. Swine Creek Studios Gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and by appointment on weekdays. For Black Friday, the gallery will be open Nov. 27 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Nov. 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Bean
from page 1 For Bean, the recognition marked another memorable moment in a journey that began on the baseball fields of Geauga County. Bean grew up on Swine Creek Road in Middlefield Township and attended Cardinal Schools, beginning at Jordak Elementary School. He started playing baseball at a young age, but it wasn't until late middle school and early high school that he began thinking seriously about how far he could go in the sport. Like many young athletes, he enjoyed playing the game. What changed was his willingness to put in the additional work necessary to compete at a higher level. His father, Greg, researched opportunities for specialized instruction and found Grady's Pitching School in North Canton. Bean began training there around his freshman year of high school, an experience he credits with helping him develop his pitching skills and commitment to baseball. "My dad had done some research, and he found a good training facility that I started going to," Bean said. The more time he spent training, the more determined he became. "I fell in love with the sport, the harder I worked," he said. "I made a goal for myself, and I had a dream." By the beginning of his junior year at Cardinal, Bean had committed to playing baseball at Kent State. He also attracted some attention from professional scouts while still in high school, although an opportunity to enter professional baseball did not materialize at the time.
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Looking back, Bean said he is glad his path led him to Kent State. He spent two years with the Golden Flashes, making considerable strides as a pitcher. During his freshman season, he pitched approximately nine innings. By his sophomore year, he had increased his workload to 78 innings and established himself as one of the Mid-American Conference's notable pitchers. His performance earned him first-team All-MAC honors and recognition as co-Pitcher of the Year. After his sophomore season, Bean transferred to Louisville, where he continued his collegiate career for another season.
Playing at two universities, competing at increasingly demanding levels and continuing to improve ultimately led to the opportunity he had pursued for years. In July, Bean learned that the Guardians had selected him in the MLB draft. For a young man who grew up in Northeast Ohio, being chosen by Cleveland's major league organization added something special to an already significant accomplishment. The selection, however, does not mean Bean will immediately take the mound at Progressive Field. Like other young professional players, he must first work his way through the Guardians' player development system.
Bean explained that the organization has four minor league affiliates where players develop their skills and work toward advancing to the next level: the Hill City Howlers in Lynchburg, Virginia; the Lake County Captains; the Akron RubberDucks; and the Columbus Clippers. Advancement depends on performance, development and the organization's decisions about where each player is best suited to compete. For Bean, that means continuing the work that began years ago in Middlefield. Following the draft, he spent time at the Guardians' training facilities in Phoenix, Arizona, beginning the transition from college baseball to the professional ranks. At the time of the interview, Bean had been back home in Middlefield for approximately three weeks and was preparing to return to Phoenix for another month and a half of training. His schedule included daily workouts and conditioning, along with light throwing as the organization prepared its young pitchers for the coming season. "Just working out, really, training every day," Bean said. Players had not yet received their minor league assignments, he explained. Those decisions were expected after spring training, when the organization would determine where each player would begin the season. Until then, Bean was concentrating on getting stronger, maintaining his conditioning and following the training schedule established by the Guardians. The physical demands of pitching are something he takes seriously. Injuries, particularly to a pitcher's throwing arm, are alSee Guardians • Page 7
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ways a concern, and Bean understands that staying healthy will be an important part of his professional career. Rather than worry about what might happen, he has adopted a straightforward approach to the challenges ahead. "You just take it day by day, literally don't look in the future," Bean said. "That's how I live my life now." He acknowledged that injuries can be stressful to think about but said focusing too much on the future does little to help him prepare for the present. "I literally just take things as they come," he said. Although baseball has become a much bigger part of his life, Bean said the attention surrounding his draft selection has not changed how he sees himself. Friends and family continue to treat him as they always have, although he has noticed that people he hasn't seen in some time are excited for him when they cross paths. "There's definitely people that I haven't seen in a long time that will come up to me and say, 'Oh, this is so cool,'" Bean said. He appreciates the interest but is quick to put his accomplishment into perspective. "I'm still a normal guy. I'm not anything different. I'm just playing baseball." When asked what he enjoys most about the game, Bean didn't point to statistics, awards or even the draft. Instead, he talked about the feeling of standing on the pitcher's mound with the crowd cheering around him. The competition, the atmosphere and the opportunity to pitch continue to motivate him. Those who watched Bean grow up in Middlefield now have an opportunity to follow his progress through the professional ranks. During the village's recognition ceremony, Garlich read a proclamation honoring Bean's accomplishments and his representation of the Middlefield community. The proclamation recognized Bean as a Middlefield native and Cardinal High School graduate who developed his passion for baseball locally before continuing his career at Kent State and Louisville. It also acknowledged his selection by the Guardians and the pride his achievement has brought to his family, friends, coaches, teammates, classmates and the community.
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The proclamation described Bean's journey from playing baseball in his hometown to being drafted by Cleveland's major league organization as an example of what can be achieved through hard work, perseverance, dedication and commitment to one's dreams. Garlich also spoke personally to Bean about the decisions and responsibilities that come with pursuing a professional athletic career at such a young age. "When I was thinking about how you got there, you were forced into adulthood early, obviously," Garlich told him. "You made life-changing decisions that most people don't do for years to come." The mayor commended Bean for his ability to make those decisions, along with his intelligence, dedication and accomplishments. Bean thanked Garlich for the recognition. The ceremony provided an opportunity for the village to acknowledge not only Bean's draft selection but also the years of preparation that preceded it. Behind a draft announcement are countless hours of practice, travel, training and competition, along with the support of family members, coaches and others who helped along the way. For Bean, that support began at home, where his father helped him find the training opportunities that would eventually shape his future. At the recognition event, Middlefield Fire Chief Ben Reed proudly recalled coaching Bean in T-ball as a young child. Bean's path has taken him from Cardinal's classrooms and baseball fields to college programs at Kent State and Louisville and now to the Guardians organization. At 21, he knows considerable work remains. He has not yet been assigned to a minor league team, and there is no guarantee how quickly he will advance through the organization. But he has already reached a milestone that once existed only as a goal he set for himself while growing up in Middlefield. For now, he is content to keep working, stay healthy and see where the game takes him. The young pitcher who once traveled to North Canton for lessons is now training with a major league organization, hoping to eventually make his way to Cleveland. Although his surroundings and opportunities have changed considerably, Bean's outlook remains much the same as it was when he first decided to pursue baseball seriously. Set a goal, work hard and keep moving forward. One day at a time.
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Hometown Notes from Orwell to West Farmington Gathered locally, assembled with a little help from AI
Grand Valley Wins NAC Title
Grand Valley High School’s football team clinched the Northeastern Athletic Conference championship outright Oct. 23 with a 43-21 home win over rival Pymatuning Valley. The win was the Mustangs’ fourth in a row. They beat Leetonia 40-14 on Oct. 2, Cardinal 40-12 on Oct. 9 and Mathews 55-15 on Oct. 16. The win over Pymatuning Valley also brought the Battle of the Valley Trophy back to Grand Valley. It was the team’s first win over the Lakers since 2022. Pymatuning Valley had won the previous two meetings by a combined score of 99-6. Caden Rowland and Tony Williams combined for 261 yards, and Lukah Mramor added 70. Quarterback Carter Turk threw touchdown passes to Rowland and Williams and ran for another score. Grand Valley finished the regular season 8-2 overall and 5-0 in the conference. Early projections had the Mustangs seeded 10th, which would send them to seventh-seeded Smithville for the first round of the playoffs.
Ohio EPA Fines Orwell Company For Hazardous Waste Violations
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has reached a settlement with a cabinet manufacturer operating in Orwell over violations of the state’s hazardous waste regulations, according to the agency’s Oct. 6 enforcement notice.
Cabinetworks Group Middlefield LLC agreed to pay a $2,200 civil penalty stemming from violations at its manufacturing facility at 150 Grand Valley Ave. The settlement requires the company to pay the penalty into Ohio’s Environmental Protection Remediation Fund. Cabinetworks Group operates manufacturing facilities in Orwell and Middlefield. The Orwell location produces components used in cabinet manufacturing. The publicly available EPA summary does not specify the nature of the violations, when they occurred or what hazardous materials were involved. It also does not indicate whether the violations resulted in environmental contamination.
Orwell Man Killed in Accident
A 30-year-old Orwell man died Oct. 13 after his motorcycle struck a deer and he was subsequently hit by another vehicle on Windsor Mechanicsville Road. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Jack Scott was riding a 2025 Harley-Davidson Road Glide southbound about 10:37 p.m. when a deer entered the roadway. Scott was thrown from the motorcycle and struck by a southbound Jeep Liberty. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Windsor Road Closure Extended For Bridge Replacement
The Ashtabula County Engineer's Office announced an extension of the Windsor Road closure approximately 2,000 feet west of Parks Road.
The closure was associated with bridge replacement and roadway realignment work. County notices listed an extension through Oct. 30.
Grand Valley Boys Soccer Wins Sectional Championship
Grand Valley High School’s boys soccer team won a Division V sectional final Oct. 21, shutting out the host Bard Early College Raptors 2-0. The win improved the Mustangs to 5-7-5. It came after an 8-0 loss to Geneva the week before. Grand Valley advances to a district semifinal Oct. 29 at 7 p.m. against seventh-seeded Norwayne (12-4-1). Norwayne beat Waterloo 6-0 in its sectional final.
Civil War History Comes Alive in Bloomfield
Civil War history came alive Oct. 9-10 at Center Brook Manor, 8745 state Route 45, where visitors experienced a living history encampment depicting life during the Civil War. The two-day program offered the public an opportunity to learn about the period through historical displays and activities on the grounds of the historic property.
West Farmington Council Releases September Minutes
West Farmington Village Council approved a lot split at its Sept. 14 meeting and heard a police report that described August
as a quiet month, according to meeting minutes released Oct. 14. Council voted unanimously to approve a lot split from Erin Lowery to Thomas Mooney. Councilman Tom Mooney abstained. A map attached to the minutes shows portions of the land being added to properties at 163 and 173 Fourth St. Council also approved the minutes of its Aug. 3 meeting and voted to pay the village’s bills. The police report said officers worked 70 hours in August. Traffic stops and incidents were down because many personnel were away on vacation or military duty. Multiple officers were assigned to Officer Jewell’s funeral. Sgt. Hocevar had a plaque made for Jewell’s family using a department patch and badge. He paid for the plaque and patch himself and asked that the village set aside $130 to replace the badge. The department has started applying for a grant to buy new ballistic vests for all patrol officers. It is also researching a grant to replace its patrol vehicle. A range day to qualify officers with their sidearms will be held in October, with Hocevar donating the ammunition. Zoning officials reported one fence permit and one deck permit. They also presented a proposed ordinance on telecommunication towers. The meeting lasted 20 minutes. The village’s next council meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Nov. 2 at Village Hall, following a zoning meeting at 6:30 p.m. See Updates • Page 9
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A Homemade Squirrel Trap Solves a Maple Syrup Problem By Lee Bontrager It all started when Marvin Gingerich said, "We've got to do something about these squirrels eating holes in our tubing." Marvin and his family tap between 5,000 and 6,000 maple trees every spring. The sap runs through plastic tubing to the sugarhouse. Whenever squirrels chew holes in the tubing, air gets into the lines, creating bubbles. When they see bubbles, they have to start walking the tubing until they find the hole. With thousands of taps spread over 80 to 90 acres of woods, that can mean a lot of walking. Marvin put his head together with others and began thinking about a way to catch the squirrels. After quite a bit of figuring, they came up with a homemade trap. The trap sits on top of a 55-gallon steel
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Local Levy and Election Issues Orwell Township Seeks Renewal of Fire Levy Voters will decide Nov. 3 whether to renew a 1.5-mill property tax levy for fire protection. Issue 35 would continue the existing levy for five years, from 2027 through 2031. The mea-
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barrel. A slot is cut into the top of the barrel about four inches wide and approximately fourteen inches long. Over that opening sits
a lightweight plastic truss, shaped much like a small teepee. The truss measures about 23 inches long and 17 inches high. Inside the truss is a counterbalanced trigger. An 8-by-8-inch piece of Plexiglas keeps the squirrel from getting directly to the bait. Shelled corn is placed at the back of the trap, encouraging the squirrel to crawl farther inside. As the squirrel moves toward the corn, it eventually becomes heavier than the counterbalance. The trigger tips, and the squirrel falls through the opening into the barrel below. As soon as it falls, the trigger resets itself and is ready for the next squirrel. Corn is placed in the bottom of the barrel to keep the squirrels occupied until the trap is checked. It took a long time to figure out the design, but so far it seems to be working. Marvin has several of the traps set throughout
sure is a renewal rather than a request for additional millage. The levy applies to Orwell Township outside the Village of Orwell. Annual cost per $100,000 of appraised property value: $32.00 per year.
residential property value, before applicable adjustments.
Windsor Township Seeks Additional Fire, EMS Funding
Voters will decide whether to renew a 2.5-mill property tax levy for construction, reconstruction, resurfacing and repair of township streets, roads and bridges. The five-year renewal would commence in tax year 2026, with collections beginning in 2027. The proposal appears on the back of Nov. 3 ballot as a Yes/No question. Annual cost per $100,000 of appraised property value: approximately $71 per year.
Voters will consider a five-year, 2.5-mill additional property tax levy for fire protection and emergency medical services. Issue 40 would raise additional revenue beginning in 2027 and continuing through 2031. At the stated rate, the levy would cost approximately $87.50 annually per $100,000 of appraised
Farmington Township Seeks Road Levy Renewal
the woods. Although he knows they will never catch every squirrel, each one they catch is one less squirrel chewing holes in the maple tubing. The squirrels keep multiplying, so the work of catching them goes on. But thanks to a little ingenuity and persistence, Marvin Gingerich has found a practical way to help protect the miles of tubing in the Gingerich Family Sugarbush in Middlefield Ohio. To contact Lee Bontrager, email info@ neoamishcountry.com. Lee Bontrager is a short-story writer who was raised in an Old Order Amish family in the Middlefield, Ohio, area. His upbringing gives him a firsthand understanding of Amish traditions, values and everyday life. Through his writing, Lee shares stories shaped by his experiences and the community he has known throughout his life.
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The Merry Middlefield Coloring Contest runs through Nov. 30 for four age groups: 4-6, 7-12, 13-16, 17 and up, using this coloring picture. One entry per person. Mail entries to: Schlabach Printers - Coloring Contest, P.O. Box 1359, Middlefield, Ohio 44062 (Entries may also be dropped off in person 15910 W. High St.) All entries will be displayed in the storefront window at Schlabach Printing. No restrictions on coloring, but PLEASE, NO glitter. Winners will be announced on Dec. 2, 2026. Be sure to complete the information above, clip off this section. All entries remain the property of the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce. Middlefield Chamber business members and their families are eligible to participate. The Board of the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce and their immediate families are not eligible to win. First place for each group will receive a gift card. Winners will be announced in this publication and on the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce Facebook Page. Prizes will be mailed to the winners.” This event is organized by the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce.
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and special events offered by local busiMerry Middlefield tions nesses. The chamber's online holiday calendar
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A major component of Merry Middlefield is its communitywide holiday donation drive, which will collect new, unwrapped toys, gift cards, monetary donations and new hats and gloves for charitable organizations supporting local families. Collections will begin Nov. 1 and continue through Nov. 28 (Small Business Saturday), with donations scheduled for pickup beginning the following week. Toy Drop offs will be featured on a digital Google map and a printed holiday map to help residents and visitors give throughout the season. Participating toy collection locations include All Around Children-Middlefield, Cowboy Creamery, Farmers National Bank, Flowers by Emily, Great Lakes Outdoor Supply, Halstead’s Specialty, His Daughter, Shetler's Printing & Office Supply, Sly Family Funeral Home, Schlabach Printers, Mary Yoder’s Amish Kitchen, MyoFit, Just For Fun Honda, Ferroni’s Café and Coffee, and Vanboxel Building Supplies. Additional participating locations and collection information will be available through the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce. Donations are intended to benefit organizations serving local children and families, including Family Pride, Ravenwood Health, Birthright and WomenSafe. The goal is to keep the spirit of giving close to home and provide meaningful assistance to neighbors during the Christmas season. Another highlight of Merry Middlefield is a holiday coloring contest open to participants from age 4 through adulthood. The contest will feature four age divisions, giving children, teens and adults an opportunity to participate in the seasonal celebration. Coloring pages will be distributed through participating local publications and community locations. Completed entries must be submitted by Nov. 30, and winners will be announced Dec. 2 on the chamber Facebook page. The celebration also encourages residents to take advantage of the many holiday shopping opportunities, open houses, seasonal promo-
will serve as a central resource for families planning their holiday activities, while the digital and printed maps will help connect shoppers with participating businesses and events. Merry Middlefield is made possible through the support of local businesses, organizations and community partners. The chamber extends special appreciation to Karlovec Media Group LLC, publishers of the Geauga County Maple Leaf, Middlefield Post, Chesterland News and Kirtland Chronicle, for its support of the campaign, along with sponsors: All Around Children-Middlefield, Cinda's Restaurant, Flowers by Emily, Geauga Amish Post, His Daughter, Mary Yoder's Amish Kitchen, Pam Conley – Cutler Real Estate, Ravenwood Health, Schlabach Printers, Shetler's Printing, Sly Family Funeral Home, U.S. Bank, Vanboxel Building Supplies, Villers Advanced Electric LLC, Watson's 87 Furniture and yMcIntosh Media LLC. Residents are encouraged to watch for Merry Middlefield signs at participating businesses, visit the chamber's website for the latest calendar of holiday activities and consider making a donation to help local families celebrate the season. For additional information about Merry Middlefield, visit www.middlefieldcc.com or contact Andrea Scheid, executive director of the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce, at director@middlefieldcc.com.
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Time’s a Tickin’ By Mrs. Ruth Byler Today you are you. That is truer than true. There is no one alive that is youer than you. — Dr. Suess It has been three years since I last picked up a pen to write for the Middlefield Post. But it feels good. Writing is my therapy. Oh my … life has handed me many changes in the last three years. From Miss to Mrs., from the big house on the farm with lots of noise, girls and boys to the itsy-bitsy rental house with just him and I. Where we stayed for a year and a half, then we moved again — to our house. Three years ago, “Mom” was the name of my favorite person. I had no use for pacifiers, diaper bags or baby lotion. I did not know what Mylicon, reflux and diaper genies were. Now my favorite people call me Mom. I use a diaper bag more than my favorite purse — I wonder where he is by the way — baby lotion is great to dab here and there before heading out the door because your baby who has reflux — still — puked again after his bath. Diaper genies really aren’t that great. How are you supposed to get an odor “like that” out of plastic? And, if you see him and I digging through toy baskets, throwing pillows off furniture, going through the trash can, looking under beds, raising our voices (we have to) so we can hear each other, above the cries of the toddler. Don’t worry, we’re still sane; we’re just looking for one of those four or five pacifiers. She needs a certain one you know. Three years ago, if we went to bed at 11 p.m. that was early. Now, if the baby doesn’t go to sleep until 11 p.m., he’s settling down way too late for us. But I will continue, praying for patience, taking naps during the night, drinking my coffee lukewarm. Reading books to the teething toddler, while thinking of the empty cooky jar, full laundry hamper and smudged up windows, and knowing I wouldn’t change it for the world. If the me now could go talk to the me then, I’d have such a long conversation with my younger self … I know I’d tell myself for sure to appreciate more all my time at work, for that is one thing I really miss — the fastpaced environment, the customers, the co-workers — very much, sometimes I saw them as much or more than my family. I miss the feeling of utter satisfaction when you close up on a Saturday after cooking for a couple hundred people, you’re not sure if that’s grease or sweat on your face. But you don’t mind because its Saturday and your done for the week and as you leave your manager tells you, “Thank you. You guys did
great and I’ll see you next week.” Looking back, I took our wonderful manager way too much for granted. She ran the restaurant very successfully, dealt with lots of teenaged females, who had many varied opinions, attitudes (and drama?) surely not. Take time to thank your boss for all the behind-the-scenes-things they do. I might miss the tip money, too. I will close with a favorite poem, but do not know who wrote it. I cook and wash I sew and clean It never ends, it seems to me I hug and kiss I teach and guide I read and play I laugh and cry; I love my life the bad and good and would not change it if I could I find great joy peace and pleasure I’m being one of life’s Priceless treasures Yes I’m a mother and a wife There is no greater Lot in Life!
What’s for Dinner?
Please pick up your pen and share with us what you’re “go to” dinner menu is. Happy for any ideas. Send to: What’s for Dinner 16432 Burton Windsor Middlefield, OH 44062 Menu 1: Cheeseburger Soup & Red Lobster Biscuits Soup: Mix 4 c. chicken broth, 1½ c. shredded carrots, 4½ c. shredded potatoes & 1 Tbsp chicken base in a 4 qt saucepan. Cook until vegetables are tender. Melt ½ c. butter. Add ¾ c. flour & let brown a little. Slowly add 4 c. milk & heat until thick, stirring constantly. Add it to cooked vegetables. Fry 2 lb. hamburger or sausage & ¾ c. chopped onions, season with 2 tsp salt & ½ tsp. pepper. Add to soup. Add 1 lb. Velveeta cheese & stir until melted. Do NOT Boil. Yields 4 qt. Biscuits: Mix 2 c. flour, 1 Tbsp. baking powder, 2 tsp. sugar, ½ tsp. cream of tartar & ½ tsp. salt together. Add ½ c. melted butter & 2/3 c. milk. Last add ½ c. shredded Colby cheese, stir well. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until slightly browned. Brush tops with melted butter & sprinkle with a little garlic powder. Serve immediately. See Time’s a Tickin’• Page 13
Real Estate Transfers Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the week ending Oct. 16 and period Oct. 19-22 2026, provided as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office. Transfers may involve the sale of land only. HUNTSBURG TOWNSHIP Aaron A. Byler and Cristina J. Miller, 11611 Clay St., to Jacob A. and Maria M. Byler, $354,000. (3.18 acres) MIDDLEFIELD VILLAGE John A. L. and Mary F. Detweiler, 15124
Lake Ave., to David, Anna and David Jr. Shaw, $270,000. (0.54 acres) PARKMAN TOWNSHIP David W. and Rebecca Bender, 17721 Madison Road, to Melvin H. and Ruthie Miller, $330,000. (6.73 acres) Michael, Robert, William Patrick and Martha Soltis, 16147 Center St., to Most Reverend Edward C. Malesic, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland, $220,000. (0.84 acres)
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Faith Matters Ring the Bell Englishman John Donne wrote a famous I recently purchased a vintage cast iron bell. It is 60 pounds heavy with a 15-inch di- poem back in 1624 entitled, “For Whom ameter at the base. I have wanted one for a Does the Bell Toll?” It is a solemn reminder long time and kept my eye on Facebook Mar- that the church bell announcing the death of ketplace. Finally, I got my bell at the right someone in the community affects us all. We price. I searched for markings or lettering to are now deprived of their special presence determine how old it is. Unfortunately, any among us. In addition, it is a sober admoniindication has weathered away. Based on its tion that one day the bell will ring for each one of us. We all share the same size, weight, and shape, it is likely human mortality. around 125 years old. I will nevNone of us like to think about er know whether it was used as death. Life is such a precious gift a farm bell, school bell or even a that the thought of leaving what small church bell. we know and love causes us to I cleaned it up, painted it and dread. Nevertheless, that day will replaced some hardware. Next, I come. The Bible says that “All the mounted it on a frame using 2x4s days ordained for me were written attached to 4x4s in the ground. in your book, O Lord.” It’s good After some tweaking, it rings loud By Roger Kruse and clear. I rang it after a Guardians’ win as we don’t know the day of our departure. Howwell as a recent Browns’ victory over the Ra- ever, it is wise and necessary to be prepared. The Gospel gives us exactly what we vens. Bells have been ringing for thousands of need. Jesus was sent from heaven to die in years all over the globe. Bells are one of the our place. Your sins and mine were placed on oldest means of communication known to him as He hung on the Cross. His suffering, humankind. Different cultures have utilized sacrifice and death became the basis for our bells for all sorts of reasons on many differ- forgiveness. By faith in His amazing grace, ent occasions. Church bells ring on Sunday we find mercy and cleansing. Because of His to call the people to worship. It has also been resurrection we are assured of our eternal used for wedding celebrations and funerals. salvation. Jesus promised that He would preMany times, I have heard a bell ringing in a pare a place for us so that we could be with Him. “To be absent from the body, is to be Hindu temple in India. In addition, a ringing bell often sum- present with the Lord.” Your hope and mine does not end with moned a community together for town meetings, public announcements, harvest celebra- the ringing of a funeral bell. Rather, it is the tions or even to warn of approaching danger announcement that the follower of Jesus or threat. A train arriving at a station plat- is going home to his/her heavenly Father. form rang its bell to alert pedestrians. Cow Scripture assures us that “He who has the bells have helped farmers know the where- Son, has the life… I write these things to you abouts of their livestock. Traditionally, a bell who believe in the name of the Son of God so was also mounted on fire trucks. At Christ- that you may know that you have eternal life” mas time, the Salvation Army uses a bell to (1 John 5:11-13). appeal for donations. Teachers and students Roger Kruse will keep ringing his vintage are all too familiar with the sound of a bell telling them that the class period has ended. bell. There are many reasons to do so. The ultiOf course, hand bells and chimes can add mate motivation is to celebrate the victory of our Lord Jesus their distinctly bold or delicate sounds to a Christ who conquered sin and death. musical orchestra.
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Menu 2: Parmesan Potato Wedges — BBQ Meatballs Potatoes: Wash and cut 8 unpeeled potatoes into wedges. Brush bottom of a large cookie sheet with olive oil. Put in one layer of potatoes & brush with more oil. Mix together 1 c. parmesan cheese, 1 Tbsp. paprika, ½ tsp. pepper, 1½ tsp. salt & 1 tsp. garlic salt. Sprinkle over potatoes. Bake at 350 degrees for 1½ hrs. or until tender. BBQ Meatballs: Mix together: 3 lb. ground beef, 2 eggs, 2 c. quick oatmeal, 1¼ c. cream, 1¼ c. applesauce, 1 c. chopped onions, 2 tsp salt, ½ tsp pepper, 1½ tsp onion powder, 1 tsp chili powder. Roll into balls or use Lg cooky scoop. Place on cooky sheets & bake at 350° for 30 min. Remove from oven, drain and put in roaster layered with sauce. Bake uncovered
for 20 more min. or until done. Sauce: 1½ c. b. sugar, ½ c. chopped onion, 2 c. ketchup, 2 tsp liquid smoke, ½ tsp onion salt, ½ tsp garlic powder, Slowly cook together til bubbles form. Pumpkin Cheesecake: Crust: Mix together 1½ c. graham cracker crumbs, 2 Tbsp sugar & 1/3 c. melted butter. Mix together & press in 9” springform pan. Filling: Mix 24 oz. cream cheese & ½ c. brown sugar than add 2 c. canned pumpkin, 2 Tbsp cornstarch & 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice. Mix well. Gradually add 5 oz. evaporated milk & 2 eggs. Pour over crust. Bake at 350° for 55 min. Topping: Combine 2 c. sour cream, 3 Tbsp sugar & 1 tsp. vanilla, pour over cheesecake & return to oven for 5 min. longer. Turn off oven, open door & let sit for 1 hr. Remove from oven, run a knife around edge of pan. Let set in room temp. for another hour — refrigerate overnite & enjoy.
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Classifieds AUTOS & PARTS 1986 Oldsmobile 98 Regency Brougham: all original, well maintained. Great classic car or everyday vehicle. Good running condition. Need to sell. $4,000. Call 440-622-9201. 2014 Lincoln MKT: third row, 7 passenger, leather interior, sunroof, heated and AC seats, CD player, Bluetooth, E-check passed. $8,000. 216-387-2999.
FOR RENT Claridon Twp: Efficiency Apartment Rental, $450/mo. Singles only. No pets. Please call 440-479-4961 after 5pm.
2019 Polaris diesel ranger 4x4 $7,600. 2017 Genie gr 15 personal lift $4,900. 2015 jlg mod. 1932 scissor lift $5,600. Call Tim 216-299-3590, leave message! Myers Craft 12-ft flat bottom boat w/oars; asking $400. Mac Tools and S+S motorcycle toolbox, complete with tools; asking $1,000. 440-635-1901. Free dry branches, some split logs. Great for firewood. You pick up, Chesterland area. Leave message at 440729-3715. WOODWORKERS: Free! 200+ board feet, Walnut, Oak, Hickory, Cherry and Maple Hardwood. 3/4”, 1.5”, 2” long and short pieces. 440-338-3039.
FOR SALE Troy-bilt TB120C Mower: new, in box, not self propelled. Paid $350+, selling $275. Call 440-725-5895. 2 Premium Burial Lots: Western Reserve Memorial Garden, Old Rugged Cross area. $3,200/OBO. Will pay transfer fee. 440-477-2809. Kubota bx23s with front end loader, backhoe, 60” mower deck, and 3 point hitch. 235 hours. $19,500. 440317-0452. Old Cub Cadets, and parts. 440-487-2955. Champion Dual Fuel Generator 6250 Gas 5600 Propane, 125 hours. Includes Propane Hose 4-Prong Electric Cord and 2 full Propane Bottles; $400 OBO 602538-7799. Wood Babcock step ladder 10’feet $25. CAMBRO Beverage Dispensers #250 $50 and #1000 $175. Walnut Shell Blasting Media (7 available) 50# Bag/$25. 440773-7970. LATHEM TIME RECORDER CLOCK, RECORD ALBUMS, Old Cameras, large granite counter-top pieces, fresh/ salt water aquariums, old clocks, kerosene lamps. Inquire. 440-338-3563. Russell. If you need a hospital bed, call 440-564-5011.
MISCELLANEOUS Community members can now drop off their hand-written submissions to the Middlefield Post at Erb’s Variety Store, 13924 Bundysburg Road, Middlefield Township. Submissions will be picked up by newspaper staff every Thursday at noon. Please call our office at 440-7297667 with any questions. The Middlefield Post will accept personal columns about community events, recipes or family events. Photos are welcome, but may not be returned. Please include a phone number if possible, in case of questions. Please include a note if you would like your submission considered for inclusion in the Geauga County Maple Leaf, Chesterland News or Kirtland Chronicle. All submissions are subject to editing for grammar, spelling and/or length. Submissions are printed at the discretion of the editor.
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For Sale: Dog Crates and Carriers. Various sizes, wire and pet porters. All clean and very good condition. One or all, make offer. Call/440-688-3022; text/216-9566479. Need to Get Your Dog to Listen? Gain peace of mind and train your dog the positive way. Four Legged Scholars 440-548-7312. Ohio4LeggedScholars.com “KitKat”: handsome black/white male cat. Neutered & vaxxed. Needs indoor home. Could be your next best friend! Affectionate but doesn’t like other cats. Pam 440-321-2050. Puppies for sale. Mom: white Australian shepherd Dad: Boxer mix. $50 each. 330-442-4171, Farmington area. 2 bred Nigerian dwarf does, $600/pair. Flock of 20+ nice quality silkie chickens, text for more info. 440-3219527.
Family looking to purchase well-loved home to put down roots, grow memories. If you’re thinking of selling we would love to hear from you! 440-708-8654.
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*2K Land Solutions*: We do-Gravel Driveway Refurbishing, Dirt Work, Brush Hogging, Landscaping, Hardscaping, Fall Leaf Pickup, Flatbed/Dump Trailer Hauling, Snow Plowing. Call Kourtney today: 440-749-7672.
HOME IMPROVEMENT
Bobwhite Quail: $7 each. Bantam Hens: $3 each. Bantam Roosters: free. 440-321-8152.
Do you need Gutter Cleaning or Gutter Guard installation? Are you planning Interior Remodeling this winter? Or need interior masonry work? To schedule call 234243-2619.
Buckeye Landscaping looking for new clients for upcoming season. Services including mowing, mulching, pruning, spring/fall clean-ups, also snow plowing. Call 440-883-9124.
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Do you need a care giver? Will come to your home. Light housework included. Certified. 440-313-1804.
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4194 Helsley Fusselman Rd, Southington. $765,000. Horse farm, 12 acres w/additional land available, barns, lg indoor arena, 3800-sqft house w/7 bedrooms. Kathie Lutz 330-687-5900 or Ryan Neal 330687-0622. 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. .34-acre Bainbridge lot on 306, part of Lake Lucerne community with amenities. Tap into utilities: gas, electric, sewer, private community well. SAVE BIG! 75k. 440-574-1599.
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. FOUND OLD SPORTS CARDS? I buy baseball, football & basketball collections for cash. Attics, basements, inherited collections. Local buyer. Call/text Seth 216276-1626.
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