Additional Wells May Supply Village for Decades
By Ann WishArt Ann@kArlovecmediA com
The 58 acres Middlefield Village purchased in March may be the site of two projects with long-term benefits for residents and businesses — another water well and a medical center.
During the May 8 village council meeting, Mayor Ben Garlich announced the third test hole drilled at the former BFG Supply Company property on Kinsman Road in Burton Township is very promising.
Joe Tucholski, street and utilities director, reported initial results indicate a well in that location would yield 500 to 600 gallons of water a minute.
There is a good deal of further testing and work to be done before the village applies for a license for the well, he said, adding the water from the test hole looks clear and smells good.
In March, council gave Garlich authority to sign a purchase agreement for the property with the intent of renovating it into a medical center in partnership with University Hospitals.
Following a planning and zoning
Huntsburg Township
May 26, 10:30 a.m.
Huntsburg Historical Society will hold a Memorial Day service in the Huntsburg Memorial Park.
Middlefield Village
May 26, 11 a.m.
Middlefield VFW Post 9768 will honor Memorial Day with a parade and service. Parade lineup is at 10:30 a.m. at the Middlefield Fire Department. The parade begins at 11 a.m. and ends at the Middlefield Cemetery for a Memorial Day ceremony. Children are welcome to participate in the parade with bikes, scooters and wagons. Those who participate will get an ice cream treat. Join the Middlefield VFW after the ceremony for free hot dogs and hamburgers.
meeting May 6, Garlich said the vil lage bought the property with both possibilities in mind.
The village has been operating on water from two wells since 1950, he said.
A third well was recently drilled near the Maple Highlands Trail, but it will be about 18 months before it can be connected to the water system, Garlich said, adding efforts to drill a fourth well were not successful.
Garlich has high hopes this fifth well would be productive.
“We need water. We need it to run and protect the village,” he said last Tuesday. “We’re very excited about it.”
Drilling a well is relatively inex pensive, but as much as $2 million may be needed to finish the project, he said.
Because the property is in the township, waterlines would have to go along the Kinsman Road right-ofway, he said, adding the village is not “stealing” water from the township because “nobody owns the aquifer.”
The village plans to apply for grants to help fund the project.
“If this well is a success, we’ll be set for 50 years,” Garlich said. “It will be beneficial for all of us.”
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Each year, the senior class sets aside a day to represent and celebrate their post-graduation plans. Whether pursuing higher education, joining the military or entering the workforce, the Cardinal Schools community proudly honors their dedication, perseverance and achievements - Commitment Day 2025.
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 noticMay 20, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings held at the Town May 15, 5:30 p.m. – Recreation, 6 p.m. –Finance & Ordinance, 6:30 p.m. – Safety, 7 p.m. – Village Council. All meetings are at the Municipal Center, 14860 N. State Ave. Parkman Township: May 20, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at the Community House, 16295 Main Market Road, unless otherwise noted. Cardinal BOE: May 14, 6:30 p.m., regular meeting; May 28, 6:30 p.m., meeting/work session. All meetings held at BOE Office, 15982 E. High St., Middlefield, unless otherwise indicated.
Police Blotter
The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Middlefield Village Police Department, May 2-8, 2025.
ANIMAL PROBLEM
May 7
12:43 p.m., Harrington Way. Report of ducklings in a storm drain. Female complainant will be remaining in area to identify the drain. Ducklings were reunited with mother.
ROAD RAGE
May 7
7:14 a.m., Tare Creek Parkway. Two vehicles parked on parkway. Male got out of his vehicle yelling at the driver of the other vehicle. Window smashed out on one of the vehicles. No weapons seen. Caller no longer in the area. UTL/GOA.
Real Estate Transfers
Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the weeks ending May 2 and May 9, 2025, provided as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office. Transfers may involve the sale of land only.
MIDDLEFIELD VILLAGE
Manuel Lopez, 15392 High Point Circle, to Gregory A. Chismar and Tammy L. Deemer, $273,000. (0.00 acres)
Middlefield Parkway, 15265 Timber Ridge, to NVR Inc., $66,600. (0.33 acres)
Frederick and Bonnie Nedved (trustees), 15411 Royal Oak Drive, to Jennifer L. Reed (trustee), $269,900. (0.23 acres)
NVR Inc., 15268 Woodsong Drive, to Tyler J. and Alanna C. Mazanec, $411,400. (0.37 acres)
NVR Inc., 15262 Woodsong Drive, to Richard D. Waugh, $358,800. (0.21 acres)
PARKMAN TOWNSHIP
Elmer W., Marvin W., and Wayne M. Byler, Nash Road, to John J. and Fanny E. Yoder, $96,000. (9.60 acres)
Elizabeth K. Weaver, Samuel S. Weaver Jr. and Maurine N. Weaver, Newcomb Road, to David D. and Ann S. Weaver, $70,400. (8.80 acres)
SUSPICIOUS
May 7
2:06 p.m., Sawgrass Lane. Ford F250 long bed driving around the neighborhood for the last few hours. Two males. Checked the area. UTL/GOA.
May 8
10:39 p.m., E. High Street. There are several people at the library and it is closed. They have been there awhile and are on foot. Up against the building under the awning. People were simply using the WIFI. They advised they would not be staying in town all night.
THREATENING
May 2
8:26 p.m., West High Street. Officer responded to noted location for a civil issue. Complainant advised she is going through a divorce and her husband and parents keep showing up to her work to talk to her. She advised no threats or violence occurred on this date, only her husband showing up and driving around the parking lot. Complainant was told the process of a protection order and how to file for one. At this time her husband was gone and no further assistance was needed from MPD.
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Faith Matters Food for the Soul
When I was in high school and university I competed as a wrestler. It is an intense sport demanding strength, balance, agility and a mastery of wrestling skills. In addition, a large dose of discipline and endurance is also required. It is a tough sport, for sure.
Perhaps one of the most difficult things about wrestling was losing the body weight necessary to get down to the weight class you wanted to compete at. It was not unusual for me to lose up to 20 pounds in order to reach my goal.
As the day of a match approached, I would drastically reduce my intake of food in order to get down to my necessary weight. I remember times of fasting, eating only a little soup and jello while dreaming about a full plate of “real food.” Once the of ficial “weigh in” was completed on the day of the match, most wrestlers enjoyed a fanfare of delicious food that had been denied for several days.
Indeed, the Scripture is much more than printed words on paper. It is “alive and powerful, sharper than a two-edged sword, … and discerns the innermost thoughts and desires of our heart.” The Bible is “God-breathed,” which means that the Holy Spirit has inspired its writing and is able to make it efficacious in our hearts. In other words, if you and I want our faith to be strengthened and grow, we require a regular intake of the Word of the Lord. Romans 10:17 tells us that “faith comes from hearing the Good News about Christ.”
By Roger Kruse
Without a daily intake of reading or hearing the Bible, your spiritual life will be diminished. It has been rightly said that if you “feed your faith, your doubts will starve to death.”
Of course, we all love to eat. Not only do we enjoy the varied flavors and textures of our food, but we need it to create energy and sustain physical life. God, in His wisdom, has given us an appetite for our “daily bread.” The problem for many is that we enjoy eating too much.
First and foremost, eating is essential to life. Without it, we grow weak and our energy fades. Health experts tell us there are certain benefits from fasting. Nevertheless, our bodies need nourishment to keep going and maintain good health.
In the spiritual realm, it is the same. To strengthen our faith and become a healthy, mature follower of Jesus, we must have spiritual food. The main course will always be the Bible. God’s Word gives us exactly what we need to keep our faith alive and well. No wonder Jesus said, “People do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.”
Of course, the enemy of your soul does not want you partaking of God’s Word. He will certainly distract you as well as encourage you to procrastinate reading the Bible. Yet, the Scripture is exactly what you need to defeat the devil. It is the “sword of the Spirit,” enabling us to walk in victory over temptation, and imparts peace to the anxious soul.
Setting aside time each day to read the Bible is wise. The Scripture gives us the knowledge of salvation through trusting in Jesus. It also “teaches us what is true and makes us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to prepare and equip His people to do every good work.” (2Timothy 3:15-17).
There are many good versions of the Bible available that are easy to read and written in everyday language. Get one and start reading. God will speak to your heart and feed your soul. The blessing of God awaits you.
Roger Kruse relies on God’s Word for practical wisdom, guidance, and encouragement. It revives his soul and brings joy to his heart.
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Seniors aged 60 and older who wish to receive trash pickup assistance must first
be placed outside the home or garage the eve ning of June 4. Do not leave items curbside. There is a limit of 10 items per household.
To register for pickup and for specific allowable community guidelines, call 440-279-2130.
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