Mike Cipolla Recognized for Plant Management
By Ann WishArt Ann@kArlovecmediA com
The Ohio Rural Water Association recently awarded Mike Cipolla with an award for his management of Middlefield Village’s water and wastewater treatment plants.
Mayor Ben Garlich presented Cipolla with the wastewater operator of the year plaque during the Middlefield Village Council meeting Nov. 13.
Garlich credited Cipolla for his behind-the-scenes efforts that keep households flowing.
“Everybody in the village turns on the faucet and flushes the toilet and doesn’t think about it,” the mayor said.
Garlich also commended Cipolla for the 33 years he has been with the village, which began with him mowing village properties while in high school and working his way up to management.
“That’s unheard of today – longevity and dedication,” Garlich said, noting Cipolla, 53, was involved in building and improving both the water and wastewater treatment plants and is helping plan the development of the village’s eastern-most water well in Burton Township.
“You can’t buy that kind of talent,” Garlich said. “We’re fortunate to have a home-grown person doing a great job.”
The audience applauded Cipolla and council gave him a standing ovation after the presentation.
In a phone interview Nov. 15, Garlich praised Cipolla for taking ownership of both operations, responding at all hours and being tied to his phone in case of emergencies.
Learning how water and wastewater treatment plant operations worked always intrigued Cipolla growing up, he recalled in a recent interview, adding he eventually attended Kent State University to study chemistry and biology and
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U.S. Sen. Bernie Moreno toured the Growscape production facility and recently-completed 750,00-square-foot warehouse in Middlefield Village Nov. 18.
Before the walk-through, Moreno asked Growscape Chief Product and Marketing Officer
Bill Lucas if President Donald Trump’s tariff policy is affecting Growscape’ s business of producing horticultural containers and garden and décor solutions for growers.
of the market,” Lucas said, add ing the industry would like to see fewer imports from China, but will have to fill the demand with U.S.made containers.
“That’s our opportunity,” he said.
Manufacturing Manager Brian Cunningham said the Middlefield plant can produce 2.4 million flower pots in 24 hours.
Moreno asked about Growscape’s progress in hiring workers and about housing availability.
Growscape is partnering with
is implementing a paid internship program, said village Mayor Ben Garlich
Cunningham answered the senator’s question about wages, saying new hires start at $18.50 per hour and those with technical training can begin at $20 per hour.
Moreno focused on the affordability of living and working in the state.
“We’ve gotta crack the code on housing,” Moreno said. “If I’m making $25 an hour, I can’t afford
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Village Council Honors Youth Football Team
Missions Benefit Christmas Auction
Nov. 28, noon
The Missions Benefit Christmas Auction will be held at Buster Miller’s Auction Barn, 17717 Newcomb Road, Middlefield.
Festivities begin at noon with food and an auction preview, bake sale and basket raffles. At 3 p.m., the grand auction starts; bid on experiences, hunts, services and more. For more information or to preview auc-
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tion items, visit ChurchatTroy.info or call Stephen Beatty at 330-906-1251.
A raffle with three separate drawings will follow the auction. For tickets and raffle information, call Doug Beatty at 330-322-4528.
Family Dinner and Movie Night
Nov. 28, 4 p.m.
First United Methodist Church hosts its God Shares a Meal and movie night at the
HEAP Winter Crisis Program Now Open
The Ohio Department of Development and Lifeline, Inc. are offering help to income-eligible households struggling with winter energy bills through the Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program (WCP). The program, which runs Nov. 1 through March 31, 2026, provides one-time assistance to Ohioans facing disconnection, those already disconnected or households with 25% or less of bulk fuel.
To qualify, households must have an annual income at or below 175% of the federal poverty level — $56,262.50 for a family of four. PUCO-regulated utility customers must enroll in PIPP or another payment plan if a balance remains after assistance is applied.
Residents of Lake and Geauga counties may apply at energyhelp.ohio.gov or schedule an appointment by calling 440381-8230 or visiting app.capappointments. com. Same-day appointments are available
for customers who are already disconnected by calling 440-350-9160.
Applicants must bring recent energy bills, proof of income, proof of citizenship or legal residency for all household members and disability documentation, if applicable. Lifeline’s Energy Assistance Office is located at 8 N. State St., Suite 300, Painesville, with additional appointments available at the Wickliffe Family Resource Center on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month.
More information is available at lclifeline.org, energyhelp.ohio.gov, or by calling 800-282-0880. The office will be closed Nov. 26–28 for Thanksgiving. The last day to apply for the regular HEAP benefit is May 31, 2025.
Ohioans may also enroll in PIPP Plus, which allows eligible customers to pay a percentage of their income—5% for electric and gas, or 10% for all-electric homes—rather than full utility costs.
church located at 14999 South State Ave., Middlefield. Dinner is from 4-6 p.m., followed by a family movie at 6 p.m. For information, call 440-632-0480.
Holiday Cookie Sale
Middlefield Historical Society is selling homemade holiday cookies. Preorder by calling or texting Barb at 440-503-6444. Donation is $12 for 30 cookies. Cookie pickup is Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Century Inn Underloft, 14979 South State Ave., Middlefield.
Christmas in the Village
Nov. 29
Celebrate the season by visiting local small businesses in and around Middlefield Village. The Middlefield Chamber of Commerce is collecting new, unwrapped toys for local children in need during its toy drive, running Nov. 29 through Dec. 13. Toy dropoff locations and event day details are available at www.middlefieldcc.com.
Dorothy’s Porch Giveaway
Dec. 4 and 5, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Dorothy’s Porch, a free community giveaway of bedding, pillows, clothing for the family, household items and holiday decor, will be held at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road in Chardon.
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.
Breakfast with Santa Dec. 6, 8:30-10 a.m.
Parkman Chamber of Commerce is hosting Breakfast with Santa at the Parkman Community House, 16295 Main Market Road. Volunteers and supporters are welcomed; contact Denise Villers at Parkman.F.O@gmail. com for more information and to register.
FGP Explorers Series
Dec. 6, 10 a.m. to noon
Join Foundation for Geauga Parks for a walk in the winter woods of Whitlam Woods Park, 12500 Pearl Road in Chardon. For information or to register, visit foundationforgeaugaparks. org or call 440-564-1048.
Cookies with Santa Dec. 6, 2-4 p.m.
Join for Cookies with Santa at the American Legion Post 459, 14052 Goodwin St., Burton. To reserve a spot, visit btoburton. org or call 440-834-8621 ext. 5.
Geauga PERI Meets
Dec. 10, 11 a.m.
The Geauga County Public Employee Retirees Chapter 86 will meet at St. Mary Banquet Hall, Chardon. Lunch is at 11:30 a.m. Chardon High School’s Free Harmony choir will be performing. For reservations, call 440-479-1952 by Dec. 5.
Bloodmobile
Dec. 11, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive at Parkman Community House, 16295 Main Market Road. Visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767 to make an appointment.
Community Meetings
Listed are upcoming public meetings and executive sessions in Huntsburg, Middlefield and Parkman townships, the Village of Middlefield and Cardinal Schools. (Please note: These meeting notices are NOT legal notices.)
Huntsburg Township: Dec. 2, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees; Dec. 16, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings held at the Town Hall, 16534 Mayfield Road.
Middlefield Township: Dec. 8, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at Township Office, 15228 Madison Road, unless otherwise noted.
Middlefield Village: Dec. 11 5:30 p.m. –Finance & Ordinance, 6 p.m. – Village Council. All meetings are at the Municipal Center, 14860 N. State Ave.
Parkman Township: Dec. 2, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees; Dec. 16, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at the Parkman Community House, 16295 Main Market Road, unless otherwise noted.
Cardinal BOE: Dec. 10, 6:30 p.m., regular meeting. All meetings held at BOE Office, 15982 E. High St., Middlefield, unless otherwise indicated.
school year and full time in the summers.
Once he graduated from college, Cipolla was hired on full time and the village administration moved him up.
“They sent me to wastewater school,” Cipolla said.
Now the manager of both plants, he supervises three operators – Pat Brent, Jerry Rose and Mark Citriglia – while he negotiates his way through all the regulations, ensuring the village is in compliance.
Cipolla said he relies on his crew, as well as village streets department employee Cliff Harrison.
“He’s been our savior,” Cipolla said, noting Harrison repairs leaks and mechanical equipment that breaks down — emergencies
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a $400,000 home.”
Garlich noted there are 10,000 people working daily in Middlefield and most are not living in the village.
Moreno said there is a builder in the Columbus area who sells prefabricated homes for less than $250,000, bringing a mortgage
However, the pressure of the job makes the idea of retiring in fewer than two years a real possibility, Cipolla said.
“I miss my operating days,” he said. “It was a lot simpler, not as stressful. Now, it's very computerized with logistics and laws.”
Village Administrator Leslie Gambosi-McCoy nominated Cipolla for the award and his name was chosen by the ORWA for 2025, he said, adding the organization has more than 10,000 members in Ohio and provides awards and training for water and wastewater treatment plant staff.
“They selected me because they’ve been up here enough times to see what we do,” Cipolla said. “That just makes me proud. I really appreciate it.”
down to $1,100 or $1,200 per month.
“We need to encourage more of that,” he said.
A ribbon-cutting for Growscape’s new warehouse and distribution center on Oct. 15 indicated the company’s intention of keeping its operation in Middlefield long term.
The new addition will allow Growscape to relocate its leased-space warehouse divisions from Elyria and Warren to Middlefield, a more centralized operation.
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Faith Matters
Remembering a Race Well Run
For eight years I had the privilege and joy of coaching the Cardinal High School cross-country teams. Although I played football in high school, as well as one year in college, I fell in love with running when I was 20 years old. The challenge and benefit of maintaining excellent cardiovascular health was a great motivator for me.
Setting goals and improving my times also kept me running with enthusiasm and dedication for over 40 years. Running your best requires the hard work of regular training, a mindset to accept pain and a determination to never quit.
In 2004, the Cardinal boys’ cross-country team had an amazing season. The team had tremendous suc cess that year, culminating in a runner-up team finish at the state of Ohio high school cross-country championships in Columbus. The memories of that special season still linger in the minds and hearts of certain people in the Middlefield area.
6. Identifying areas that need improvement, dealing with injuries and learning to overcome a disappointing performance are all a necessary part of achieving success.
7. Celebrating improvement, along with both personal and team victories, feeds motivation and creates a sense of accomplishment.
By Roger Kruse
It is interesting that the Apostle Paul used athletic metaphors in his writings in the New Testament. He alluded to running, boxing, the athlete’s need for self-control as well as striving for the prize of victory. Perhaps the best-known Bible reference to athletics is found in Hebrews 12:1,2. Here the writer exhorts us to “… throw off everything that hinders and the sin which so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfector of our faith.”
Recently, the team was inducted into the Cardinal Hall of Fame. It was a special joy to reunite with these young men and their families for the occasion. Although it has been 21 years since we first celebrated our second-place finish in that race, the lessons of life learned are still relevant to our lives. What are they?
1. As coach, I usually ran the same workouts I expected the team to do. When you want people to work hard and make sacrifices, it important for them to see you willing to do the same.
2. Encouragement is a great motivator. People respond well to positive support and feedback.
3. Creating and maintaining team unity creates a dynamic energy and strength of shared resolve.
4. Setting personal and team goals prevents complacency and mediocre performance. It produces a driving determination to keep getting better.
5. Having fun creates a needed balance and fosters a greater willingness to embrace the sweat and pain of hard training.
What kind of a spiritual race are you running? Perhaps you are disengaged, distracted of even unaware that your performance is being monitored by God. Your focus is not on your spiritual growth, rather almost entirely on this temporary earthly life.
However, it is not too late to start running your race with a sense of purpose and determination. The first and best thing you can do is to get your eyes on Jesus. Study His life and His words. Make up your mind to be a Christ-follower. Ask the Lord to strengthen you daily with His Holy Spirit as you train yourself to be a faith-filled person. Also, seek out encouragement and accountability as you fellowship with other believers. God will bless you in new and wonderful ways.
Just before he died as a martyr for Jesus, Paul wrote, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” May we likewise discover the joy and blessing of a race well run.
Roger Kruse is no longer physically running as he did for so many years. However, his spiritual race continues day by day, and he is determined to finish his race with perseverance.
Pictured, from left to right, are Roger Kruse, Jeremy Hall, Tom Williams, Ronnie Whiting, Rob Ahrens, Mike Humphrey, Michael Burgess Jr. and Gary Adams.
Discount Salvage Celebrates First Year in Area
By Ann W Ann@kArlovecmedi
More than a year after Discount Salvage opened its doors, owner Jeannie Baker is still surprised at how popular the store is.
“Business is phenomenal. I really had no idea,” she said in a phone interview after a ribbon-cutting ceremony Nov. 15. “It far sur passed my expectations.”
Salvage stores are common in the Mid dlefield area, which was another reason she doubted another could do well, Jeannie said.
Visitors are surprised a salvage store is not owned and run by Amish, but that does not discourage shoppers from arriving from all over Northeast Ohio, she said, adding about half her customers are Amish.
Discount Salvage accepts credit and debit cards, which gives it an edge, since many lo cal salvage stores only take cash, the owner said.
Almost as soon as Jeannie moved to Mid dlefield from Washington and married area businessman Joe Baker in 2022, he began urging her to open a store next to his appli ance shop at the corner of state routes 87 and 528.
“For eight months, he doggedly pursued the idea,” she said, adding she finally gave in, got the business license in April of 2024, moved into the space in July and opened the doors in August.
Jeannie, 49, said she is used to moving things along, having been a general sales manager for an auto dealership in Washington for 20 years and operating an appliance store with her brothers. said.
Joe manages the inventory, which ranges from groceries to Christmas decorations that fill one section of the brightly-lit store.
“I don’t have to find any of the stuff,” she said, as inventory arrives from all over the country. “It just depends on what we need at the time.”
The couple met in Chicago 20 years ago
with Joe’s twin children, Brooke and Andrew, 18, helping out.
They are due to graduate from Cardinal High School in June, Jeannie said, adding Brooke is college-bound and Andrew wants to take over running the salvage store.
Business is so good, Jeannie expanded her original 8,000-square-foot space by 1,200 square feet and may add another 1,000 to
Jeannie sells some goods on Facebook Marketplace and while her store does not have a website, yet, it’s a goal for the couple.
“We very much like being part of the community and enjoy all the positive feedback on our store,” she said. “I feel super-welcomed.”
The store is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday.
Sheriff’s Office Issues
Scam Alert for Businesses
stAff report
Geauga Growth Partnership recently shared a scam warning from Geauga County Sheriff's Office Detective Steve Deardowski for businesses in the county who could become victims of theft or fraud from an out-ofstate organization.
“The suspects, who have predominantly been from the (New York City)/New Jersey area, are posing as a legitimate business and ordering a large number of products,” Deardowski said in a statement.
The products are shipped to an area in New York City, often just intersections or storage locker properties, and then off-loaded and signed for by the suspect, Deardowski added.
Upon seeking payment for the goods, Geauga County business owners are finding the phone number they used to communicate with the suspect has been disconnected, Deardowski said.
When the victims are then calling the legitimate business, they are being told that the company never ordered the product and the buyer/scammer, who often represents themselves as a purchasing manager, does not work for the company, he said.
There are ways to avoid letting this happen, Deardowski said in his statement.
“These guys will submit fraudulent paperwork that will make it appear as if they are a legitimate company. They will be able to provide tax certificates, W-9's and credit applications, all of which are fraudulent,” he said. “Many times, this company does exist somewhere; however, the suspects are just using the name. The paperwork they submit enables them to set up a Net 10 or Net 30 payment term, which gives them a window before the fraud is recognized.”
Many Geauga County businesses ship out of state, so it is not unusual to receive an order from an out-of-state customer, Deardowski said in his statement.
“I would be very cautious of any product going to the New York City area,” he said. In addition, he recommended examining the name, email address and phone number of whoever contacts the business.
“They are only using the name of a recognized company. The email address and phone number are the ones they created,”
Deardowski said. “The email address can be tricky because the free domain searches do not give you a whole lot of information.”
He provided the address www.godaddy. com/offers/whois-b as one domain search option that may be helpful.
If an order appears suspicious, Deardowski offered a few more tips.
“Find the number through your own Google investigation and compare the email they provided and phone number to the ones on the legitimate website,” he said. “You'll also often find that what your suspect orders doesn’t necessarily fit the business model of the company, or the email is just slightly different. An example of this would be a tech company ordering $100,000 in food products.”
Also, these scammers often use VoIP or Google and App phone numbers, providing another way to determine if an order is legitimate.
“These numbers can be easily created with minimal verification and terminated immediately. You can utilize a free search tool to give you some information about the phone,” Deardowski said in his statement. “If the number is connected to Onvoy Spectrum, Sinch (Inteliquent), Bandwidth or Talktone, I would be really cautious. Some of the paid sites will tell you if it's a VoIP. If not, just do a Google search on the provider and you'll see ‘VoIP’ return as a search listing.”
A search of the phone number on Google often shows the number won’t return to the company, he added, noting a carrier search can be done on Fone Finder.
It's good to be aware of common grammar mistakes not usually made by someone familiar with the language, Deardowski said.
“If you have any questions, feel free to give me a call,” the detective said. “We're just trying to get ahead of this, since these guys are like catching ghosts because everything they leave behind is backed up with fraudulent documents, accounts or initiated in another country.”
Deardowski can be reached at the Geauga County Sheriff’s Office at 440-279-2009 ext. 2048.
FOR RENT
Burton: Large 1 BR apt with den, laundry room, large garage, AC, private patio. No pets. $1,050. Call 440221-0649.
Chagrin Falls: 1BR with garage, heat, water, cable, pool. In a nice area. $1,050/mo. Available Feb. 1. 234-3803491.
EVENTS
Join Us for Cookies with Santa! Saturday, 12/6, 2-4pm. American Legion Post 459, 14052 Goodwin St., Burton. Reserve your spot at btoburton.org. or call 440-8348621x5.
Dorothy’s Porch Free Community Give-Aways at Celebration Lutheran: Dec 4-5, 9a-2p, 10621 Auburn Road, Chardon. Bedding, pillows, clothes for the family, household items, holiday decor.
FOR SALE
Werner 38-ft Fiberglass Extension Ladder: heavy duty, excellent condition, paid over $500, selling for $210. 440-313-1178.
Family Burial Plot for sale. All Souls Cemetery. Serene location in prime section. Section 16. 216-440-8743. Used 38’x50’ blue tarp, $40. 440-548-5801 or 216387-8994.
Minneapolis Moline 3 bottom plow 3-point hitch $100. 440-548-2414.
Hanging ceiling lights: 30” diameter $15, brass and copper with glass chimneys 28”, $50. Both very good condition. Call/text for pics 440-635-7183.
Sawdust! We are a woodworking shop in Willoughby offering sawdust byproduct often used in animal bedding. You must have a dump truck or trailer to empty the overhead hopper. We are looking to establish a longterm pickup contract. Approximate volume is 10 yards per week, varying + or - 5 yards based on production. Cost is $100 per month. Please call 440-946-1718 with inquiries.
Vintage Baby Buggy: $65. 440-487-2955.
Mechanical Beam Weight Scale: very good condition, like the dr’s used to have. $125. 440-655-9999, leave msg.
Stained Glass Sheets, HO Train items, large granite counter-top pieces, copper kettles, fresh/salt water aquariums, old clocks, kerosene lamps. Inquire. 440338-3563. Russell.
Teeter Inversion Chair: Excellent Condition, $250. BowFlex Max-5 Elliptical $650. 440-548-7631 or 440669-7666. Parkman, Oh.
HONEY: local, raw. BYOB: $10/lb; 1-gal $100. Bottled: 1-lb $12; 2-lb $22. Mesquite/TX: 1-lb $12. Buckwheat/NY: 3.25-lb $35. 440-567-2586.
Anchor Brand Folding Bench Wringer Floor Stand: 48” tall, Patent 1896, $240. 440-554-5731.
John Deere 350B Trackloader $8,000. Ford 8N Tractor $1,500. Text 330-442-0085 for more info. Please leave message if calling.
Hammond Organ A-100, Leslie Speakers 21H and 31H. PR-40 tone cabinet. Looks and sounds great, never gigged, no smoke. $4,750. 440-856-3946.
HELP WANTED
Part-time Cleaner wanted at St. Anselm School in Chesterland. 4:00pm-9:00pm Monday-Friday. $18 an hour. Must be 18+ and felony free. Call Sal Lazzano: 440897-8931.
Part-time Farm Help Needed: Sat/Sun/Wed 8:30am11:30am. Clean and Bed 4 horse stalls. Refill hay nets. Turn out. Misc. other odd farm duties. Must pass background check. No smoking. 440-2567297.
PETS & ANIMALS
Fancy 3-year old Morgan Dutch Horse: has been a buggy. $3,090. 440-313-1804.
Pygmy Buck Goats $80/ea. Nigerian Dwarf/Pygmy cross wether $75. Holland Lop Bunnies $10/ea. Silkie Chickens $10/ea. 440-321-8152.
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: 6-foot long 125-gallon aquarium w/glass lids, full 3-door cabinet; and 4-foot 32-gallon aquarium. All for $250. 440-729-0070.
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REAL ESTATE
Homes & Land Wanted: any condition or situation! Fast, friendly, local. Serving Geauga and surrounding counties. Text or call Wayne at 330-269-9595.
Local Investor will pay fair cash price for homes or land in any condition. Fast closing. Call or text 440-3460161 today.
4810 Hickory Rd, W Farmington: $249,900. Rustic home with vaulted ceilings, creekside bridge, fireplace, pole barn, generator, lake access, and stunning wooded privacy. Dianne Bradfield 330-296-2770.
SERVICES
Painting, Pressure Washing, Gutter Cleaning. 25+ years experience. Let’s Make A Deal! 440-342-4552. Reliable, dependable, safe, Driver available for work crews, field trips, and taxi services. Please contact 330502-3147 to schedule.
WANTED TO BUY
Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures (wood or plastic), mouse to bear traps, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee 440-313-8331.
Wanted: Old Maytag Wringer Washer. Will pay cash. 440-693-4520.
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.
Real Estate Transfers
Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the weeks ending Nov. 14 and Nov. 21, 2025, provided as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office.
HUNTSBURG TOWNSHIP
Dennison R. and Mary J. Kangas, 12087 Princeton Road, to Robert J. and Jessica M. Baxter, $225,000. (1.51 acres)
Nancy A. Bruening (TOD), 12342 Madison Road, to Christopher W. and Jennifer L. Loera, $185,000. (0.60 acres)
Richard and Robin Burkey, 11470 Clay St., to James and Kasie Koenig, $385,000. (6.51 acres)
MIDDLEFIELD TOWNSHIP
Hester Gingerich (TOD), 17000 Shedd Road, to Daniel N. and Sally P. Miller, $100,000. (3.64 acres)
Burkholder BSW Properties LLC, Old State Road, to Ohio Express Holdings, $225,500. (1.72 acres)
MIDDLEFIELD VILLAGE
NVR Inc., 15258 Woodsong Drive, to James M. and Susan M. Ostrowski (trustees), $308,400. (0.21 acres)
Middlefield Parkway, 15391 Oak Hill Drive, to NVR Inc., $68,600. (0.21 acres) NVR Inc., 15408 Oak Hill Drive, to Julius Chude Okeke and Josephine Echezonachukwu Okeke, $385,000. (0.21 acres)
PARKMAN TOWNSHIP
Aaron M. and Mary Ellen Byler, 19176 Rutland Road, to Alberty J. and Sara E. Troyer, $468,000. (20.49 acres)
Corey Masters, 16177 Center St., to U.S. Bank National Association, $127,400. (1.00 acres)
Deborah Salisbury and Danice Donito, 16659 Main Market Road, to Daniel and Hannah Mize, $285,000. (1.35 acres)
Ronald J. Ellis, 16970 Hosmer Road, to Amy B. Minor, $345,000. (1.50 acres)
