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Trump to appear at fairgrounds ‘Save America’ rally planned for Saturday Former president’s involvement JASON HAWK EDITOR

WELLINGTON — Former President Donald Trump will hold a "Save America" rally at the Lorain County Fairgrounds at 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 26.

It will be the first time the 45th president has delivered remarks in a public venue since leaving office in January, according to his website.

"Over the past four years, my administration delivered for Americans of all backgrounds like never before," Trump said in a statement on his website.

"Save America is about building on those accomplishments, supporting the brave conserva-

tives who will define the future of the America First Movement, the future of our party, and the future of our beloved country."

Wellington Mayor Hans Schneider said he does not know why the village was chosen, but said arrangements already were being made between police and the Secret Service.

"I think anytime you have a president either sitting or former that comes to your area, it's a good thing," he said. "I know he has a lot of support in Lorain County, in Wellington, and he did win Ohio, so it makes sense to come here."

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Former President Donald Trump plans to visit the Lorain County Fairgrounds in Wellington on Saturday for a "Save America" rally.

WELLINGTON — When the phone rang out of the blue with an inquiry about holding a June 26 rally, there was no hint President Donald Trump would be visiting, according to Lorain County Fair Board President Marie Waite.

"We didn't know what it was," she said.

There were questions about renting the venue, its facilities and cost, she said. But Trump's involvement wasn't revealed to

fair officials until Tuesday, the day before his website posted that his first public speaking engagement since leaving office would be held in Wellington.

When the rental committee discovered the size and scope of the event — and who was involved — it passed the decision to the full Fair Board, said Waite.

"Arguing back and forth didn't last as long as I thought it would," she said.

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ELYRIA — A years-long fight over taxes and territory What’s next?

The issue is headed took a turn last week with back to Oberlin City a vote to annex the Lorain County JVS into the city of Council for a final vote Oberlin.

The 98.37-acre campus, just south of U.S. Route 20 in Pittsfield Township, has been in contention since 2013.

City officials want annexation to happen because it would open the door to roughly $193,000 in annual income taxes the vocational school would generate from its payroll of a little more than $9.4 million.

Right now, employees don't pay any municipal income tax to Pittsfield. But under an annexation agreement in place since 2006, the township would start getting $43,000 per year if the property joined Oberlin.

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A Juneteenth parade moves down College Street on Saturday, June 19, 2021, as the city celebrates the newly-recognized federal holiday. Oberlin has observed Juneteenth since 2004.

Federal status gives holiday a whole new meaning in Oberlin JASON HAWK EDITOR

OBERLIN — The sound of drums rang out across College Street in a Juneteenth parade Saturday as the city celebrated the newly-minted federal holiday.

Building on its legacy as a stop on the Underground Railroad and a backer of civil rights issues, Oberlin has celebrated Juneteenth since 1996

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and the city has officially recognized the holiday by proclamation since 2004.

Congress moved a bit more

slowly. On Wednesday, the House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly to make Juneteenth the first new federal holiday since Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 1983.

"It's beautiful for this holiday to finally get recognized," said Cexiee Bush after watching the Oberlin parade's dancers, ribbon-twirlers and drummers pass by Tappan Square.

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Wellington officials brace for Trump visit JASON HAWK EDITOR

WELLINGTON — The potential for political clashes weighed on the minds of Wellington Village Council members Monday night.

They quizzed Police Chief Tim Barfield about the impending visit of former President Donald Trump, who is planning a "Save America" rally Saturday evening at the Lorain County Fairgrounds.

"It's an ongoing, developing plan," Barfield responded, calling the process "fluid" but declining to go into details for security reasons.

Both he and Wellington Fire District Chief Mike Wetherbee said plans

have yet to be finalized with the Secret Service.

Many of the specifics — such as when and how Trump's motorcade will arrive — are too sensitive to make public, they said.

"By no means can we overstep our boundaries," Wetherbee said. "Rest assured we're doing everything we can to protect the village and make sure everything is carried out in a safe manner."

Wellington police will release information in the next couple of days about what kind of traffic disruptions or restrictions residents can expect during Trump's visit, said Barfield.

He also said plans are being put in place to react to issues with protests or counter-protests. All sides are wel-

come to peacefully exercise their First Amendment rights in town during the rally, said Barfield.

There has been no discussion of using controversial "free speech zones" that are sometimes used to corral political protests in public spaces, he said.

In the meeting, Mayor Hans Schneider delivered a plea to local residents: "Be respectful. Be polite," he said. "Let's show them the best of Wellington."

The Save America rally will be held in the fairgrounds parking lot. It will be Trump's first remarks to the general public since leaving office in January.

Tickets are required and are available at www.donaldjtrump.com. Doors will open at 2 p.m. and the event is slated to begin at 7 p.m.

OBITUARIES Robert Earl Watters

Linda Wyckoff Fridenstine

Robert Earl Watters, 77, passed away Monday, June 14, 2021, at Mill Manor Care Center in Vermilion, but we will forever smile as we remember a life lived by his own rules. Bob was a good father, a good son and a good friend who served his country in Vietnam. He was a gardener, an animal lover and a barber who was quick with the jokes.

He was born Feb. 21, 1944, in Oberlin, the son of the late Florence (nee Clodwick) and H.Robert Watters.

He lived most of his life in Wellington and was a 1964 graduate of Wellington High School. When drafted later that year, he joined the U.S. Army, achieved the rank of Specialist (E5) and served as a helicopter mechanic in Vietnam. He returned home, married and started a family.

He worked for years at Minnich's Barber Shop in Elyria, which was eventually owned and later owned and operated The Barber's Blend.

He found joy in his work, continuing to cut hair well into his 70s. He was a talented woodworker who leaves the world with beautiful cradles, tables, swings and knickknacks made for family and friends. He was an avid gardener who could grow just about anything. Bob had a soft spot for all animals, whether nursing wounded ones back to health, adopting unwanted ones or raising his own, especially pigeons. Most of all, he cherished time with his family.

Bob is survived by his three loving children, Christine (Erik) Hood of Apache Junction, Arizona, Robert (Michelle) Watters of Elyria and Heather Watters of Berea; four grandchildren, Jerod, Ashley, Tara and Brittany; six great-grandchildren, Caleb, Harper, Adriel, Ella, Cooper and Isaac; four siblings, Sue Clark of Oxford, Kay Edwards of Cambridge, William Watters of Wellington and Bonnie Jordan of Sullivan.

A memorial service was held Monday, June 21 at Norton-Eastman Funeral Home in Wellington. Burial was at Greenwood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, plant a tree, take a long walk in the woods or enjoy time with family in Bob's memory.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.nortoneastmanfuneralhome.com.

Linda Wyckoff Fridenstine, 83, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 19, 2021.

Born and raised in Oberlin, Linda was the daughter of Monte and Esther (Rogers) Wyckoff. Linda was the oldest of three daughters.

Linda met Paul when he came to the Wyckoff home to repair the television. The sparks flew as they were married in 1963 and enjoyed 54 years together, until Paul's death in 2017. Linda was the loving and proud mother of Vicky Lynne Fridenstine, Michael Paul Fridenstine (Shelli) and Mark Alan Fridenstine and grandmother of Tyler and Kevin Fridenstine.

In addition to her children and grandchildren, Linda is survived by her sister, Monte Dale Wyckoff Rybarczyk (Ronald); brother-in-law, John Fridenstine (Lois); nieces and nephews, Matthew Fridenstine, Scott (Jessica) Fridenstine, Terri (Scott) Seabold, Traci (William, deceased) Clark, Collyn (Michael) Dyer, Blake (Daniel) Merrell, Ross (Leah) Rybarczyk and Rhett (Emily) Rybarczyk. Linda was affectionately known as Mama by her grandsons and Nonny to so many in her family. Linda will also be lovingly remembered by her cousin, Judy Hoffman; her dearest friend, Erma Shultz and other extended family.

In addition to her parents and husband, Linda was preceded in death by her sister, Myrna Wyckoff Reinders (Richard).

A graduate of Oberlin High School, Linda returned to the Oberlin Schools in the role of administrative assistant to the superintendent, later serving as the school secretary at Prospect School and Langston Middle School. Linda's warm and caring demeanor had an indelible impact on all who passed through the school offices. She touched the lives of generations of Oberlin students and families, giving generously with her heart and time. In addition, she contributed to the Oberlin community as 4-H Advisor and serving on the Oberlin Schools Endowment Board, Allen Memorial Hospital Endowment Board, and the 4-H Endowment Board.

A celebration of Linda's life will be held Sunday, June 27, 2021, at 1 p.m. at Birmingham United Methodist Church, 15018 South Street, Birmingham.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Birmingham United Methodist Church.

Arrangements are entrusted to Norton-Eastman Funeral Home, Wellington and condolences may be given online at: www.norton-eastmanfuneralhome.com.

CHESTER DAVIS, 81, of Nankin, Ohio, went home to be with his Lord and Saviour on Thursday, June 17, 2021, at the Cleveland Clinic in Avon, following a full and meaningful life. Arrangements by Hempel Funeral Home.

POLLY ANN ROSENKRANZ (nee Collins), 83, of Vermilion, formerly of Oberlin, passed away at Kingston of Vermilion, following a full and meaningful life. Arrangements by Hempel Funeral Home.

KAREN SUE JONES (nee Ratliff), 66, of Oberlin, passed away Monday, June 14, 2021, at her home, following a lengthy illness.

Our condolences go out to families that have suffered the loss of a loved one.

For information about placing an obituary or death notice in the Community Guide, call (440) 329-7000.

Westwood receives $3K from literacy foundation WELLINGTON — The Dollar General Literacy Foundation recently awarded Westwood Elementary School a $3,000 grant to support summer reading instruction.

The grant is part of the foundation’s recent award of $10.5 million to support summer, family and adult literacy programs, representing the organization’s largest one-day grant donation in its 28-year history.

“We are honored that Dollar General Literacy Foundation awarded Westwood Elementary funds to help support our Westwood Summer Warriors Program,” said Westwood Principal Janet Kubasak. “We purchased lessons and materials that focus on the 'five big ideas of reading' — phonemic awareness, phonics, comprehension, fluency and vocabulary.

We are looking forward to the continued growth of our students.”

The "recent and significant" shifts in the educational landscape have made the foundation's mission more important than ever, said Denine Torr, executive director of the Dollar General Literacy Foundation.

"As we work to create access to high-quality instruction for all individuals, we share our gratitude for the educators who are working to uplift and empower others," she said. "We hope these funds will have a meaningful impact on students and teachers across the country and look forward to seeing the positive impact they have on learners.”

The foundation supports organizations that increase access to educational programming and inspire a love of reading within a 15-mile radius of a Dollar General store or distribution center. It also offers a student referral program for people interested in learning how to read, speak English or prepare for the high school equivalency exam.

Referrals to free literacy services are available in the "Learn to Read" brochures that are available at the cash register of every Dollar General store.

Free lunches for kids

With school out for the summer, Oberlin Community Services has started its summer lunch program.

Children ages 18 and younger can receive free prepacked lunches Monday through Friday at different locations in Oberlin through Aug. 27.

Meals will be available from 12:30-1 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at OCS, 285 South Professor St. They will also be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays at several locations: • From 11:30 a.m. to noon at Park Street Park • From noon to 12:30 p.m. at Spring Street Park • From 12:30-1 p.m. at College Village Apartments For more information, contact Assistant Food Programs Coordinator Jaris Owens at jaris@oberlincommunityservices.org or (440) 774-6579.

Donate to fireworks fund

The Wellington Chamber of Commerce is seeking donations to help pay for its July 3 fireworks display at the Lorain County Fairgrounds.

The Chamber was unable to hold fundraisers this past year due to COVID-19 restrictions. It has set up a GoFundMe account at www.tinyurl.com/WellingtonChamber and is also accepting donations by mail at Wellington Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 42, Wellington, OH 44090.

The goal is to collect $5,000 to offset the cost of a 20to 30-minute fireworks show.

Water system maintenance

Water system flushing will continue through Thursday, July 1 as Oberlin city workers test fire hydrants and seek to improve water quality.

The majority of flushing is being conducted between midnight and 7 a.m. to minimize any inconvenience to customers. If required, however, it may continue during daytime hours.

Before starting laundry or preparing food, be sure to check for water discoloration. If it is cloudy, only cold water faucets should be turned on until the water clears.

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FROM A1 the city limits, this revenue is lost."

There are different ways to go about annexation, and JVS attorneys flipped the situation upside down by filing an "expedited Type 2" annexation petition that would prevent Oberlin and Pittsfield from collecting any income tax at all.

As a result, Oberlin had to radically change course to oppose the path the JVS chose. In a special meeting Tuesday morning, city Law Director Jon Clark urged Lorain County commissioners not to approve the deal because it was on the JVS' terms and not the city's.

The school "would be utilizing services provided by the city without the city's ability to offset the cost of those services through taxation of JVS employees," he said.

Jennifer Flint, attorney for the JVS, was not present at the commissioners' meeting to speak.

In an interview later in the day, Superintendent Glenn Faircloth said the JVS is trying to protect its staff.

"We care about our employees," he said. "We want to make sure we have the best place to work in terms of salaries, environment, benefits, etc."

If Oberlin's 2.5 percent income tax rate is applied to the school's staff, it could make the JVS a less-desirable place to work, he said.

Clark said not every JVS employee would pay taxes to Oberlin — because of municipal income tax "forgiveness" credits, the city's rate would only affect those who live in townships where they currently pay nothing.

Disagreements over the situation can be traced back a decade, and led to Oberlin filing a lawsuit in 2015.

The city argued that the JVS signed a contract in 1971 when the vocational school was built:

In return for extending its utilities to service the building, the JVS agreed to annex into Oberlin when the city limits eventually expanded far enough south.

At the time, that prospect was a distant one. The JVS was located miles away from the border, then marked by Hamilton Street.

Since then, Oberlin has gradually taken in more and more property. Its southern edge had touched U.S. Route 20 since 2013, invoking the contract's terms and sparking the dispute.

After long years of legal backand-forth, Common Pleas Court Judge Raymond Ewers ruled in October 2020 that the "JVS has a clear legal right" to be annexed, and that Oberlin has a duty to comply.

He ordered Oberlin to spell out what services, if any, it would provide to the JVS if the school's Type 2 annexation request moved forward. Ewers also vacated an injunction barring the commissioners from considering the school's petition, and in March closed the case in a final — but appealable — ruling, saying all claims had been addressed.

In response, Oberlin Council passed an ordinance in April saying the city doesn't agree to continue providing any utilities to the JVS if the land is annexed.

Providing services is one of several requirements for annexation under state law.

"It seems to me that would put the JVS in a very tenuous situation," Clark told commissioners Tuesday.

Commissioner Michelle Hung, drawing on her experience as a former North Ridgeville councilwoman, said she reviewed the utilities ultimatum passed by Oberlin Council and found it odd that the measure was passed with a single reading and emergency status.

"In my years on City Council, I never knew a tax dispute to be a reason for passing something on

emergency," she said.

Faircloth also took issue with the April decision: "I really was kind of appalled that somebody would make a resolution about that, to a school district," he said.

"And we service Oberlin students as well."

Sorting through the issue, Hung said the Lorain County JVS has provided educational services to students for 50 years. Two generations of its graduates "have planted roots, purchased homes, raised families, been active in their communities and paid taxes to their school districts and local governing bodies," she said.

Hung said the standing annexation agreement made in 2006 between Oberlin and Pittsfield has an arbitration clause that calls for mediation should a dispute arise. Oberlin made no attempt to resolve the dispute through mediation, she alleged.

"I think the city of Oberlin has an opportunity here to showcase their city nurturing the relationship with JVS, and both parties can then demonstrate they are collaborating toward a common goal," she said.

Commissioner David Moore's take on the dispute was more pointed. He called the six-year legal fight "a waste of taxpayer assets," and criticized the time and energy the prosecutor's office has dedicated to it.

Moore also took aim at Oberlin's attempt to secure income taxes from the JVS. "At the end of the day, it's always about money," he said.

"I don't like what I see. I don't like seeing assets being wasted on something that maybe could be discussed at a mediation hearing."

Over the objections of Commissioner Matt Lundy, the annexation was approved 2-1.

"I think this is clearly an example of why people lose faith in government and governmental bodies, because of disputes

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like this," Lundy said prior to the vote.

He said parties have a right to hash out their disputes in court, but he also voiced discontent with the legal bills the JVS annexation case has left taxpayers holding.

There is no weighing of evidence or circumstances when it comes to an annexation request, Lundy said — if the petition meets all statutory requirements, commissioners are obligated to vote for it. However, Lundy sided against annexation because one requirement was not met: Oberlin did not agree to provide utilities to the school.

Now the issue will be thrown back to Oberlin City Council for final approval or rejection.

Talking to commissioners, Clark signaled he believes that measure will be dead on arrival.

"It puzzles me as to why so much time and effort has been spent bringing us all together for something that will be moot if it comes back to the city," he said.

Oberlin Council President Linda Slocum said she can't predict what will happen when the annexation request hits the agenda again later this year.

She also said it was "unfortunate" the commissioners did not side with Oberlin on the issue.

"I don't see why we would approve it," Councilman Kelley Singleton agreed in a phone interview. "What's the financial benefit?"

Not only would Oberlin sacrifice any chance of getting JVS employee income tax revenue, but the school would also pay less for utilities once it's accepted as part of the city, he said.

The rates for water, sewer and electric are about 50 percent for customers outside of Oberlin's borders.

Had the JVS been inside the city limits in 2019, it would have paid $25,611 less for water and sewer service, according

to Talarico. During the strange pandemic year of 2020, when the building was closed for long periods, it would still have paid $22,548 less.

Slocum said she thinks the JVS should trade a utilities price break in exchange for the right to collect employee income taxes.

"JVS is paying more for their sewer and water than they would need to be paying if they were annexed into the city," she said. "As a taxpayer who helps support the JVS, it's costing me more. That's the part I don't understand."

The vocational school is also a large electric customer for Oberlin, on the order of about $450,000 per year, Talarico said.

That amount would not change inside the city limits — but it would disappear completely if Oberlin were to follow through on its threat not to provide utilities.

"They're not giving us the utilities for free. We pay for them," Faircloth said. "... "It wouldn't be wise to shut down a public school system or anything like that. That would be insane."

Slocum would not comment on whether Oberlin would actually go so far as pull the plug on utilities to the JVS. "It's gone on for a very long time, and I wish it could reach an amicable solution," she said of the dispute.

Talarico noted that Oberlin stands to incur more expenses with the JVS inside the city. For example, it would fall under the watch of the Oberlin Fire Department instead of the Wellington Fire District.

That coverage would be a benefit for the JVS, since Oberlin's station is located just 1.6 miles away, a little less than four minutes with lights and siren going.

By comparison, Wellington's fire station is 6.9 miles down Route 58, or about 10 minutes.

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Miller is only Dem to vote against expulsion of state Rep. Householder DYLAN REYNOLDS THE CHRONICLE-TELEGRAM

The three members of the Ohio House of Representatives who represent parts of Lorain County differed in their thoughts and votes last week when faced with the decision of expelling Rep. Larry Householder, the ex-House speaker who has been federally indicted in connection with an alleged bribery scheme.

Rep. Joe Miller, D-Amherst, voted against expelling Householder, who is a Republican.

Miller was the only Democrat to cast a “no” vote on the matter, which passed by a 75-21 tally.

In a statement, Miller said Householder’s 72nd district has the power to remove him through the petition process, but that has not happened.

“If the petition process was not initiated, the political power struggle in the Republican caucus should have been dealt with by defeating Householder in a primary such that the people of the 72nd district are the arbitrators of this outcome,” Miller said.

“I came down to Columbus to fight for public education, job creation, veterans and a clean environment. I did not come down here to play politics.”

Miller also stated that he voted against Householder as speaker in the 133rd General Assembly and voted to remove him as speaker when the “allegations of felonious behavior” were made.

Rep. Gayle Manning, R-North Ridgeville, voted in favor of expelling Householder, although she said she’d have preferred he had “done the right thing and left” before it came down to an expulsion vote.

“I think that we need to be at a higher standard if we are going to be an elected official, than what would be done in a courtroom,” she said. “Obviously, if he is found guilty in a courtroom, you can’t serve if you have a felony.”

Manning said a “dark cloud” had loomed over the House session with Householder present, and she believed he needed to go.

Although she viewed the issue from the perspective of elected officials needing to be held to a higher standard, Manning said she understands that some representatives approached the vote as the constitutional issue of whether Householder’s actions meet the requirement for “disorderly conduct.”

The state Constitution allows representatives to be expelled for disorderly conduct but leaves the definition of disorderly conduct up for interpretation.

Rep. Dick Stein, R-Norwalk, said he wrestled with the issue for months but ultimately voted against expelling Householder.

“Many House members believe this is premature and goes against our Constitution and the idea of fairness and due process,” he said. “I was one of 21 members who made a hard vote against expulsion.”

With Householder having not been convicted of any crimes in connection with the allegations against him, Stein said he believes his vote was the right one at this point in the judicial process. It is not the Legislature's place to be judge and jury, he said.

“I’m convinced that our chamber has prematurely taken a position that will have long-term consequences for our legislature as we move forward past today’s vote,” he said.

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Magaret Christian speaks before a crowd at Westwood Cemetery in Oberlin about the importance of knowing one’s history.

At Oberlin Juneteenth, a warning LAINA YOST

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OBERLIN — At a solemn graveyard ceremony in Oberlin on Saturday evening, a call was issued to never forget the city’s storied history.

At Westwood Cemetery, community members held the Maafa Memorial Service, which recognizes the “Black Holocaust,” when millions of African died during the journey of captivity from Africa to America.

The memorial in Oberlin marks those who passed through the city attempting to reach freedom in Canada.

Coordinator Valerie Lawson said it means a lot to be able to honor those that may have been forgotten.

Wreaths were put on the graves of African-Americans buried at Potter’s Field inside Westwood.

This year’s theme at the Potter’s Field ceremony was celebrating AfricanAmerican women of Oberlin.

Margaret Christian, a local historian, said she had a heavy heart. She said Oberlin is losing its Black population swiftly, and

Valerie Lawson helps others to light their candle to commemorate Juneteenth on Saturday evening at Oberlin's Maafa ceremony. predicted that in a decade, much of them will be gone.

Christian said Oberlin has had a Juneteenth celebration for more than 20 years, and said she fears that the character of its celebrations will be gone.

Oberlin was a stop on the Underground Railroad

and has built a legacy of backing civil rights issues.

Christian said it’s a history that isn’t as easily found in Lorain or even Cleveland.

But unless it gets passed down to the generations, Christian said it could easily become lost. She urged residents to save their

history and keep it alive, even after the historians are gone.

She urged families to tell their children about where they came from and the stories of those before.

Christian pressed Oberlin College and its students to become a part of the community and carry on the history inside Westwood Cemetery.

Christian said it’s also important for the tombstones at Westwood to be taken care of properly.

She recognized one woman buried there — Marie DeFrance. She died in 1926. She lived in a house on Elm Street and owned a business on West College Street, which later went to 24 South Main Street.

Christian said DeFrance is one of many Black residents who gave everything to Oberlin, and said they cannot be forgotten.

Juneteenth celebrations will remain, but Christian said the character of them cannot be allowed to die out.

Each participant at the ceremony was given a flower petal and asked to remember a woman who was important to them.

Christian said it would serve as a reminder to never forget.

Amherst City Golf League

In June 15 play at Forest Hills, Vic Bellan shot low gross of 38 and shared low net of 32 with Jamie Jacoby.

League prizes were won by Rick Beisel and Ron Camp.

Standings: 1) Our Deli 165 1) Star Builders 165 3) Amherst Sportsmen's Club 162 4) Old Towne Pizza 135 5) Northwest Bank 131 6) Dr. Eric Stocker Optometrist 125 6) Sons of American Legion 125 8) Hempel Funeral Home 122 8) Ziggy's Pub 122 10) Steve Polansky Market 106 11) Sliman's Chrysler Dodge Jeep 89 12) Team X 69

Marching Comets cash wash

The Amherst Band Boosters will hold a car wash from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 11 at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service, 101 North Leavitt Rd., Amherst.

It will benefit activities, items and events for the Comets marching band at Marion L. Steele High School.

JUNETEENTH

FROM A1 every year since she was a child. But Bush said seeing it elevated is "a step forward through all the things in the world, all the violence."

The holiday brings to mind the abolitionists who fought to make sure Black people had a future outside of chains, said Bush. Because they did so, she, a Black woman, is able to own a business a century and a half later.

Juneteenth "opened the door for a lot of us people to understand that life never got started for many people way back in the day, but we can all get started now," said

▲ Kids collect candy during the Oberlin Juneteenth parade on West College Street.

John Brown, another parade-goer.

In the same way other summer holidays do, Brown said he hopes Juneteenth brings people together and helps them look past their differences.

His friend, Marvin Moon, also saw the new federal holiday as a major step forward.

"You remember that record Sam Cooke made, 'A Change Is Gonna Come'?

Well a change came now," he said. "That's the key to everything.

A change came and it's time for everybody to get together and enjoy one

another, Black, white, Puerto Rican, it don't matter."

National observance of the holiday is sure to open more minds, especially among the younger generations, said Shakya West.

But she said she also worries Juneteenth will quickly be commercialized and that companies will only pay it lip service to boost their sales.

Still, it's a holiday that is desperately needed to shine a light on the struggles Black people still face long after word of the Emancipation Proclamation reached the

last ears in Texas in 1865.

"Being an AfricanAmerican and being here is hard in general," said West. "We get picked on. We get messed with, tortured, killed. A lot of people are just constantly coming at us."

It's not a holiday only for African-Americans.

Irmarys Ortiz, who is Puerto Rican, said she also welcomes the day off many employers are giving in observance of Juneteenth.

"It's more time with the family," she said. "We working people work so much, so having another day off is good."

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Principal was removed from Wellington school Baxendale was escorted out, barred from property without permission JASON HAWK EDITOR

WELLINGTON — Principal Nathan Baxendale was removed from McCormick Middle School before the end of the academic year and barred from Wellington Schools property without express permission, according to documents released Monday in response to a public records request.

He has been accused of "failure to comply with disciplinary procedures, removal of records, insubordination, dishonesty and other unprofessional conduct."

Those complaints were listed in a June 4 letter to Baxendale from Wellington Schools Superintendent Ed Weber.

A handwritten note by Director of Student Services Nancy Nimmo added that Baxendale refused to sign the letter.

"We have to determine what's fact and what's fiction," said Superintendent Ed Weber, who declined to comment directly on the allegations.

He confirmed that Baxendale was escorted out of the middle school on Friday, June 4. The last day of school for students was Thursday, June 10.

The early exit — with pay — was not a disciplinary action, but a "relief from duty" pending the outcome of an investigation, Weber said.

"You don't want to place any prejudgment on it," he said.

The Wellington Schools followed what Weber said is standard protocol for any employee relieved of their duties: Their keys and other district property such as laptop computers are collected, and personal items are put in a box to be removed from the building.

In the letter relieving Baxendale from duty, Weber instructed him not to discuss the matter with any district student, parent or employee.

In an email dated the same day, also obtained through a request under Ohio's records laws, Weber denied allegations made against him by Baxendale. Weber wrote that the school superintendent is not obligated to comply with a principal's recommendation that a student be expelled.

"I also will remind you that you were not present at the expulsion hearing," Weber wrote. "As such, you are making false allegations without knowledge of the relevant facts. There is absolutely no evidence as bias and I firmly deny that any of my decisions as Superintendent were the result of bias for or against a particular student."

The Ohio Public Records Act exempts student records or any disciplinary record that could reasonably identify a student,

so it is unclear what situation the email refers to.

However, the email makes it clear the incident involved allegations of bullying by a student or students at McCormick.

Nathan Baxendale Weber wrote that the district will redouble its anti-bullying efforts during the 2021-2022 school year.

Included in the documents released Monday was an August 2019 letter from Ohio Superintendent of Public Instruction Paolo DeMaria saying Baxendale's permanent teaching certificate had been inactivated. It said the principal had declined to submit fingerprints and written permission for an FBI criminal background check.

Other emails detailed an April 2019 incident with an outraged parent who accused Baxendale of threatening his son.

Baxendale denied the claim, according to witnesses.

The principal was also given a five-day suspension following what Weber deemed in writing as an inappropriate email sent to another Wellington Schools employee in February 2019. Baxendale was also required to complete a seminar called "How to Communicate with Diplomacy, Tact and Credibility."

"The seminar provides training in being a consistently professional communicator — even in difficult circumstances," Weber wrote to Baxendale in March of that year.

"As a reminder, this is not your first time of using poor choices for your words, as reflected in your (principal evaluation) Improvement Plan."

A May 2018 letter chastised Baxendale for using vulgarities when addressing eighth grade boys.

Baxendale's employee review for 2021, signed by Weber, labeled the principal as ineffective in a number of areas, including that "principals understand, uphold and model professional ethics, policies and legal codes of professional conduct."

Still, Baxendale had been up for a oneyear contract renewal with the Wellington Board of Education until tendering his resignation this spring.

"I have decided that I no longer wish to serve as principal of McCormick Middle School," he wrote in a May 17 resignation letter. "I will not accept any contract proposal and officially resign my position, effective on July 31, 2021."

Baxendale has been hired as principal at Mapleton Elementary School in Ashland.

He could not be reached Monday for comment.

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Girl Scout Troop 50240 leader Tracy Takacs pins Kendra Woods with the Bronze Pin, the highest award for junior scouts.

Scout raises $600 to help Amherst cops return pets JASON HAWK EDITOR

AMHERST — Losing her own dog hurt, and Kendra Woods didn't want other kids to feel the same pain.

So she hatched a plan: The Nord Middle School fifth-grader and Girl Scout spent the end of the school year raising cash to buy a pet microchip reader for the Amherst Police Department.

"They're your pet, and they are loved," Woods said. "I know how it feels to have your dog lost, so I wanted to buy a pet scanner to help get them back."

Teaming up with Officer Cora Reid, she sold chocolate and put donation jars in nine Amherst businesses, raising a total of $600 in a matter of weeks.

On Friday, police officers thanked Woods as she was decorated with the Bronze Pin, the highest award for junior scouts.

They also added a new electronic chip reader to their gear, along with a large cage to hold lost pets and 25 leashes that will become standard equipment in Amherst police cruisers.

"We come across dogs that get loose all the time, and as police officers we want to help the community out," said Reid, praising Woods for her hard work.

When Woods lost her dog Zeus a couple of years ago, he was chipped. Had the police been equipped with a scanner, it would have been much easier to find his owners and return him, said Lt. Mark Cawthon.

While it's common for patrol officers to come across loose animals while on duty, they rarely have collars.

Kendra Woods That's where microchips are a huge help, said Chip Ingersoll of Alpha Dog Pet Center in Amherst. They can be implanted — usually on the back of the neck — for $25 to $50, and when scanned provide a 15-digit ID code.

Police can check that code against an international database created by veterinarians and pet service stores.

"The pet's microchip is going to really speed up the process of getting the pet back to its owner," Ingersoll said.

Cawthon said his officers will be trained in coming weeks on both how to use the new chip scanner as well as on dealing with canine behaviors.

"Sometimes the way a dog is acting isn't really the way you think," he said. "They can appear aggressive when they're not, and part of our training will be on reducing incidents where there is confusion about that."

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The site allows attendees to reserve up to two free tickets per mobile phone number on a first-come, first-served basis.

David Arredondo, chairman of the Lorain County Republican Party, announced the visit at an Executive Committee meeting last Wednesday evening, and "the approval, the feedback was instantaneous," he said.

"Republicans at the state level know that Lorain County and Mahoning County were two blue counties that flipped convincingly for Trump in November," he said.

With 72.64 percent turnout in Lorain County in 2020, Trump narrowly won the support of traditionally blue Lorain County with 50.4 percent of ballots.

The Republican incumbent had 78,520 votes here compared with 75,667 for Democrat Joe Biden, who ultimately went on to win the White House.

In 2016, Trump found an Election Night win in Lorain County, edging out Democrat Hillary Clinton by 388 votes. That changed when the ballots were certified by the bipartisan Board of Elections — with all ballots counted, including provisionals, Clinton held an ultra-slim 131-vote victory.

In both years, Trump painted Lorain County decidedly purple.

Arredondo said he suspects the Wellington visit is intended to bolster the Republican base in Northeast Ohio. The rally is sure to draw people from all over the state and provide a boost to the Lorain County economy, he said.

Arredondo said he intends to attend the rally and hopes to hear Trump address what he sees as a chaotic first six months under the Biden administration.

"I would certainly want him to focus us on what it is that's most important to our country at this time, and that is that we think of the agenda that he had,

'America First,'" Arredondo said. "…

There is a perception in the world that America is not as strong as it was under the Trump administration."

Meanwhile, Lorain County Democratic Party Chair Anthony Giardini said there is absolutely nothing that could persuade him to attend the rally.

Trump "is relevant primarily because so many people still believe that he was doing a good job as president," Giardini said. "I just don't share that opinion. I think he did more to damage democracy in this country than any other person who's ever held the office."

Giardini said he disagreed with former President George W. Bush on many issues, but still always felt he had the best interests of the United States at heart. By contrast, Trump is motivated by self-interest.

Trump has nothing positive to offer the nation and can never be forgiven for his role in the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, Giardini said.

Arredondo said that while he would prefer to see a younger Republican candidate seek the presidency in 2024, he feels it will be Trump's influence that helps the party in the 2022 midterm elections as it tries to win back congressional seats lost to Democrats.

Wellington's mayor said he has voted for candidates across the entire political spectrum, but did not support Trump's reelection bid. Schneider does not know whether he will attend the rally, but said the event "is a big deal."

Despite political differences, if Trump were to stop by Town Hall, he'd be welcomed, Schneider said.

"I think that's where we probably get too politicized," he said. "We need to be better and do better. You need to extend your hands not only to those you agree with, but also to those you don't agree with."

"He feels it's a good place to visit.

We'll do our best to put our best foot forward," Schneider said.

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FROM A1 think welcoming Trump was the right decision, but majority ruled.

Waite's concern is the potential for property damage, with an unknown number of people showing up to the fairgrounds. The doors will open at 2 p.m., and the rally will begin at 7 p.m.

— that leaves five hours for trouble, Waite said.

"What's going to happen? Think of the bad possibilities... you hear about the other rallies that have happened, what's happened at the other places," she said.

"I don't know. Hopefully this one will be peaceful."

Details of the event are starting to emerge, but are still clouded.

Waite did confirm that Trump's people are paying the fair a fee to hold the event, but declined to say how much.

Lorain County Administrator Tom Williams clarified that $200,000 granted to the Fair Board by commissioners in a June 9 vote was not intended to be and cannot be used for costs related to Trump's visit.

That money, Williams said, must be used directly to support the 2021 senior and junior fairs.

The commissioners voted to use the funds to support the fair long before it was known Trump's visit was a possibility, he said.

Williams said he personally learned Tuesday night that Trump would be appearing: "I didn't even know he was doing tours or visits," he said.

Whatever the price tag associated with the rally, it must be paid up front,

Waite said. It was unclear late Friday afternoon whether the payment had been received.

Waite said the rally will be held in the fairgrounds parking lot on the west side of the property. A wedding is already scheduled inside the gates — otherwise, all activity will be kept outside.

Rally organizers are providing a generator and portable toilets, and are likely to build their own stage, she said.

The Fair Board is not kicking in any money toward those or other costs.

Everything will be set up Friday, and "they say Sunday night you won't know they were ever there," Waite said.

A planning meeting was held Friday with safety forces. Wellington Assistant Fire Chief Bill Brown said many aspects of the rally were still being hashed out, and despite Waite's assertions there was discussion about having the rally at the fairground's grandstand.

The venue seats about 6,000 people.

If held in the parking area, Brown said there's no clear restriction on occupancy.

In any case, there will be a great deal of security at the rally. The Secret Service is involved in securing the former president's safety. Lorain County Sheriff Phil Stammitti said his deputies will be involved, while Wellington Mayor Hans Schneider said Police Chief Tim Barfield has also been in talks with the Secret Service about his department's involvement.

Tickets to the rally are available at www.donaldjtrump.com. They are limited to two per mobile number.

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‘You are not alone’

Rally for sexual assault survivors will be held June 25 on Tappan Square JASON HAWK EDITOR

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The stained glass windows at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Lorain are one of its most beautiful features.

New book explores Lorain County churches that have survived a century or more JASON HAWK EDITOR

LORAIN — Gazing upward at the pillars and Gothic arches inside the sanctuary of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, it's easy to feel small.

David Simmer stood in the center of the cavernous room Friday, in awe of its tall altar and stained glass

windows.

As an expert on the sacred landmarks of Lorain County, he's visited the church at 15th and Lexington in Lorain many times, and said it never ceases to impress.

"You just sit there and say, 'Oh my goodness,' because it is gigantic," he said. "I've taken people there on tours and they can't believe there's something of that stature in Lorain County."

Nativity opened in 1915, making it 106 years old and earning it a spot in the new book "Celebrations of Faith: A Century of Worship in Lorain County, Ohio."

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OBERLIN — A demonstration "to reclaim the night for those who are conditioned to be afraid of it" will be held to rally support for the survivors of sexual assault.

The rally will start at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, June 25 at the Clark Bandstand on Tappan Square.

It is organized by Survivors Of Sexual Harm • The National Sexual Assault & Allies, or SOSHA, a Hotline can be reached 24/7 group formed this past for free at (800) 656-4673.

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• The Nord Center's EmerIts members are mostly gency Crisis Hotline can be Oberlin College students, reached 24/7 for free at (440) said organizer Ella New204-4222. comb. Like her, many have experienced assault firsthand and are living with the trauma.

"There was a group of students that saw a need for an organization to highlight that there are an incredible number of sexual assaults in our community," she said.

Sex crimes are often committed under cover of darkness, leaving its victims fearful of the fall of night, Newcomb said. The dark becomes a place of terror.

SOSHA was founded so that survivors do not have to face their dread alone. Newcomb said it has helped her come to terms with her own pain by being part of a community where she feels safe.

"It can feel really validating and help you to know you're not alone when you can physically see that people care about the issue that you're facing," said Riley Hall, a sexual assault services advocate for the Nord Center in Lorain.

She has been working with SOSHA members to plan the demonstration as a way to bring survivors together and show them them don't have to bear the burden of their experiences by themselves.

"I hope that people feel empowered and in community, that they are supported and believed, that they know what happened to them mattered," Hall said.

The June 25 demonstration will include stories from sexual assault survivors, student performances and talks from Hall, a victim advocate from the Lorain County Prosecutor's Office and others.

Newcomb said some of the focus will be on problems in the response of law enforcement and the justice system.

For example, she said rape kits are not nearly accessible enough in Lorain County.

The night will also include a celebration of survivors' resilience, and will culminate with a march through Tappan SURVIVORS PAGE B2 1960-2021

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WELLINGTON — Journey tribute band E5C4P3 is belting out a message for everyone who hated missing the Lorain County Fair last year: Don't stop believin'.

After being closed to the public in 2020 due to the pandemic, the fair is planning to welcome visitors back with "Open Arms" from Aug. 22-29.

E5C4P3 will headline this year's entertainment schedule on open-

ing night, playing the grandstand Monday.

"Just being able to play in front of people, that's what it's all about. Last year was rough on everybody," said bassist Paul Soos. "It's a lot of fun.

We really missed it."

Most of the band's gigs were canceled last year. Now the 2021 summer slate is full, with about 40 shows planned, he said.

Members of E5C4P3 are no strangers to Lorain County and plan to make multiple appearances here this year. In addition to the fair, they

will also play Rockin' on the River on Saturday, Aug. 7 at Black River Landing in Lorain.

Soos helped found the tribute band in 1993 with Steve Perry impersonator Jason Kelty. E5C4P3 prides itself on reproducing Perry-era songs with note for note accuracy.

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ELYRIA — The Lorain County commissioners unanimously agreed to commit $200,000 to the 2021 Lorain County Fair at their meeting last week.

Commissioner Michelle Hung said the county's

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"We look forward as a community to celebrating the 175th anniversary of the Lorain County Fair this August," she said. "I be-

lieve that this funding is an investment in our youth, our community and in our county, a county that values itself and our rich agricultural history, and it's through programs like the Lorain County Fair that we continue to showcase our county and show that we put Lorain County residents first."

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FROM B1 County and their influence over the past 100 years and more.

In honor of its release, the Lorain County Historical Society will hold a party from 2-4 p.m. on Tuesday, June 29 at The Hickories Museum, 509 Washington Ave., Elyria.

"This new book is all about those congregations of people and their ancestors who are still around today," said Jackie Kokai, a member of both the Friends Of Sacred Landmarks and the historical society's board of directors.

She said its pages are filled with instantly-recognizable buildings — Christ Temple Apostolic Church in Oberlin, St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Elyria, First Congregational United Church of Christ in North Ridgeville, St. Patrick Catholic Church in Wellington and dozens more.

Simmer wrote many of the guide's passages and snapped hundreds of photos to document the historical buildings it celebrates.

While Nativity tops his list of favorite places of worship, a close second is the First Congregational United Church of Christ at the corner of South Main and Magyar streets in Wellington.

"The windows there are huge — they are these giant windows that tell a story," he said. "What's really impressive is when you go into the center of the church and look up, there is a dome that has the most wonderful colors on it."

Depending on the time of day, a prismatic effect causes the dome's light to shift colors across the spectrum, Simmer said.

Kokai said the Friends Of Sacred Landmarks, founded more than 15 years ago, is focused on sharing "that the faiths of the people who live in the county have always been a driving force in their lives."

Their congregations haven't just been active in private, but have been powerful influencers that shaped Lorain County, she said.

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Amherst police say they have noticed an increase in the use of fireworks in the city ahead of the Fourth of July, and are reminding residents that fireworks are illegal.

"Please understand that not everyone likes fireworks," said a post by police. "In fact, oftentimes pets, young children and those suffering from anxiety are negatively impacted due to the loud noises. When the police department fields complaints associated with fireworks, we will take appropriate enforcement action for the peace of the city and its citizens."

That can mean charges of disturbing the peace or possession and discharge of explosives, both misdemeanors.

City and township talk

The New Russia Township trustees will hold a special meeting at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 26 at the picnic shelter adjacent to the township administrative offices, 43600 Butternut Ridge Rd. The purpose is to meet with officials from the city of Oberlin.

SURVIVORS

David Simmer of the Lorain County Historical Society and Sacred Landmarks project visits Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Lorain. lives of the county's first settlers, said Simmer. Often beginning in homes, early congregations banded together to erect incredible buildings in which to pray, find fellowship and keep alive the cherished traditions of their homelands.

The houses of worship that have survived are visual testaments of faith, he said, "a sort of lighthouse from which the faith of the believers inside has shined like a beacon on the people outside its walls."

There are approximately 100 such churches still in existence,

though Simmer is worried because that number is quickly dwindling.

"We're realizing there are a lot of churches that have been closing over the years," he said. "Sacred Landmarks has been making a habit of going into these churches and taking pictures for posterity."

"Celebrations of Faith: A Century of Worship in Lorain County, Ohio" can be purchased at the Lorain Historical Society Carnegie Building in Lorain, the Lorain County Historical Center in Elyria and the Oberlin Heritage Center.

GOLDEN AGE OF HOLLYWOOD ACROSS 1. *____ Code, or self-censorship guidelines for movies 5. Ship pronoun 8. ____ vera plant 12. Tiny piece of anything 13. Dateless one 14. Twist and distort 15. “Animal House” party garb 16. Cantatrice’s offering 17. Frost-covered 18. *Mary ____, star of 52 films and recipient of 1976 Academy Honorary Award 20. Rounded protuberance 21. Breaks off 22. Crime scene acronym 23. One who insists on implementing #1 Across 26. Anxiety, pl.

30. U.N. working-conditions agency 31. A-one 34. Do like exhaust pipe 35. Students’ dwellings 37. Between sol and ti 38. Parkinson’s disease drug 39. Larger-than-life 40. For the most part 42. ____ Aviv 43. Allow to rejoin 45. Between Paleocene and Oligocene 47. FEMA provisions, e.g.

48. *Instrument central to 1945’s “A Song to Remember” 50. Manage without help 52. *Marx Brothers’ 1933 classic 55. Florentine iris 56. Fourth largest Great Lake 57. *Hitchcock’s “The Man Who ____ Too Much” 59. Make children, biblical 60. Malicious look 61. Highest volcano in Europe 62. Object of worship 63. Always, in verse 64. Like happy people’s glasses DOWN 1. *Humphrey Bogart’s Fedora, e.g.

2. At the summit 3. Hanna-Barbera anthropomorphic bear 4. Kellogg’s Sugar ____

5. Leather razor sharpener 6. Often used to pull #22 Across 7. Archaic expression of surprise 8. *Like “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” 9. Mary’s pet 10. Nabisco sandwich 11. Former times 13. *”The Snows of Kilimanjaro” type of adventure 14. Straining sound 19. Nautical measures 22. Party bowlful 23. Pressed beverage 24. Skip the big wedding 25. Waterwheel 26. *Drew Barrymore’s grandfather 27. What actors do 28. Mature, as in fruit 29. Like an expired cracker

32. Surveyor’s map 33. “Mai” follower 36. *Hattie ____, first AfricanAmerican to win an Oscar 38. City in France 40. Prefix for central 41. Deep throat, e.g.

44. Middle 46. Slow ____ or pressure ____ 48. Baby food, e.g.

49. More unfriendly 50. *Ginger’s dance and movie partner 51. Therefore or consequently 52. Mark for omission 53. Archaic “to” 54. Back-to-school purchase, pl.

55. ____-Wan Kenobi 58. *Bing Crosby’s 1944 movie “Going My ____”

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FROM B1 Square to the north quad at Oberlin College.

There is one sexual assault every 68 seconds in this country, according to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network. Better known as RAINN, it is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization.

Each year, more than 433,000 Americans ages 12 and older are sexually assaulted or raped, according to statistics compiled by RAINN. Another 60,000 children are sexually abused.

One in every six women across the country has been the victim of attempted or completed rape. For men, that ratio is about one in 33.

A little more than half of sexual assaults happen at or near the victim's home, said RAINN. In those cases, 48 percent were sleeping or performing another activity while at home, 29 percent were going to or from school, going shopping or running errands and 12 percent were working.

Oberlin and Lorain County are not exempt from the threat of sexual assault, said Newcomb.

Hall can vouch for that — she said there was an enormous decrease in the Nord Center's crisis hotline calls when the pandemic struck last March.

"Domestic violence hotlines prepared for an increase in demand for services as states enforced these mandates, but many organizations experienced the opposite," said a December 2020 analysis published in The New England Journal of Medicine. "In some regions, the number of calls dropped by more than 50 percent."

Both the publication and Hall knew the problem has not disappeared. Something else was going on.

At the time, residents were in lockdown, which meant they were stuck at home with their abusers and unable to seek help. Adult victims found no safe haven at work, and children could not reveal what was going on to teachers and school counselors. When the lockdown lifted, calls once again surged, Hall said.

Domestic violence incidents actually boomed by 8.1 percent after lockdowns were put in effect, according to a National Commission on COVID-19 and Criminal Justice report released earlier this year.

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Wellington man gets 9 years in prison for child porn rap DAVE O’BRIEN THE CHRONICLE-TELEGRAM

A former Elyria firefighter was sentenced to nine years in federal prison last week for possessing child pornography.

William Schaffer, 53, of Wellington, also was ordered by U.S. District Judge Patricia Gaughan to spend five years on supervised release upon release from prison.

According to Acting U.S. Attorney Bridget Brennan's office, Schaffer previously pleaded guilty to transportation of child pornography, possession of child pornography and receipt and distribution of visual depictions of real minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct.

An Elyria firefighter since 1994, Schaffer was charged in July 2020 after an almost two-month investigation by the Department of Homeland Security. He was placed on administrative leave after the initial charges were filed.

Schaffer retired after the charges were announced, Elyria Fire Chief Carl Mack confirmed last Wednesday, though he did not know the specific date.

He referred a reporter's question about the timing of the retirement to the city's human resources department. The terms

of Schaffer's retirement and whether he was drawing retirement pay were not immediately clear.

Homeland Security agents served a search warrant at Schaffer's residence on June 30, 2020, "after receiving information from Yahoo! that an email address associated with Schaffer had been used to upload images of child pornography," according to the U.S. attorney's office.

"Upon entering the residence, law enforcement officers encountered Schaffer and located his laptop, which was, at the time, displaying two images of child pornography," federal prosecutors said in a statement on Schaffer's sentencing.

Other laptop computers, hard drives and iPhones belonging to Schaffer were seized, and a forensic computer search found online accounts belonging to Schaffer that showed he had amassed a collection of 2,267 images and 257 videos of child pornography, federal prosecutors said.

Schaffer also used a mobile messaging application to trade images of child pornography with others and amassed a large collection in a cloud storage account, authorities said.

He had been transporting, receiving and distributing child pornography since January 2012.

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‘You always need a jeweler in town’

Photos by Jason Hawk | Oberlin News-Tribune

Sales associate Jennifer Dolin and manager Chris Sarris said they love being located in downtown Oberlin, where foot traffic has brought them in contact with all-new customers since opening early last week.

Willow Jewelry and Repair opens on West College JASON HAWK EDITOR

Provided photo

Post Road, a six-piece country band from Northeast Ohio, will play the grandstand at the Lorain County Fair on Tuesday, Aug. 24.

CONCERTS

FROM B1 when the band breaks out "Don't Stop Believin'" and "Separate Ways," said Soos.

"I think it's the songwriting," he said.

"It's accessible. It's fun. It's catchy. It's got a hook and you can really groove to it."

Tickets are $10 each. All grandstand tickets will go on sale starting Friday, July 9 at www.loraincountyfair.com/entertainment.

Tuesday night's grandstand entertainment will kick off at 7 p.m. with a rodeo.

It will be the first rodeo at the venue since 2009, according to Fair Secretary Charisse Nikel.

A Bar Rodeo of Bluffton, Ohio, will provide the bull-riding, cowboys and cowgirls and lots of family-friendly clowning around.

Around 9 p.m., the country band Post Road will take the stage to play both covers and original songs.

Based in Northeast Ohio, the band is known for songs "Drinking for Two," "Godspeed" and "Living in the Fast Lane" and has opened for big acts such as Smashmouth and Rodney Adkins.

Drummer Dave Vogrin said that after being largely sidelined for 2020 due to the pandemic — like E5C4P3 and most other touring acts — Post Road is eager to get back on stage.

"We just want to get back out there," he said. "We want to share our music."

Tickets for both the rodeo and concert are $10.

The OSTPA truck pull is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 25. Tickets are $10.

The NTPA Grand National Pull is set for 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 27. Tickets are $15.

The combine derby and truck and van derby will be held at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 28. Tickets are $15.

And the big closer will be the always highly-anticipated demolition derby at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 29. Tickets are $15.

When choosing this year's entertainment, cost savings were definitely part of the decision, said Fair Board President Marie Waite.

She is hoping for an attendance spike this year, because keeping the gates closed in 2020 left finances thin.

The fair should be back on track for normal operations now that Ohio's health orders have been canceled — but Waite said she's holding her breath and hoping there's no resurgence of COVID-19 that could dash those hopes.

"You never know what's going to happen. We could get to August and COVID will well up again," she said. "That would be a disaster, so we're being cautious."

Weather is the other unpredictable danger, since a rain-out can hurt even in a good year. Storms anywhere in the county — even if it's sunny in Wellington — can take a big toll, she said.

FAIR FUNDS

FROM B1 totaled approximately $3,300 in recent years, Commissioner Matt Lundy said.

That money already was appropriated before commissioners added an additional $196,700 on Wednesday, Hung said.

The previous Board of Commissioners declined to have a booth at the fair in the recent past due to the Fair Board's decision to continue to allow vendors to sell the Confederate flag.

Critics say the Confederate flag is a symbol of hate and slavery, while supporters say it is one of heritage and history.

Commissioner David Moore said last week that the Fair Board never itself marketed the flag, and only a single vendor was selling the controversial symbol.

Despite that history, Lundy on Wednesday called county financial support of the

fair an investment "that will hopefully be a return to some sense of normalcy."

"It's important for us to support the kids even if we disagree with the decisions made by some adults," he said.

Gov. Mike DeWine also signed Senate Bill 109 into law in May, providing the Ohio Department of Agriculture with $4.7 million to distribute to 94 county and independent agricultural societies.

The Lorain County Fair received $50,000 for operating expenses, projects and other fair-related items out of that bill.

The fair will be Aug. 22-29 this year at the fairgrounds in Wellington.

The 2020 fair was limited to Junior Fair activities due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

This year, it should be a full fair with fewer pandemic restrictions, Fair Board President Marie Waite said in April.

OBERLIN — As a little boy, Chris Sarris was friends with a watchmaker's son.

"When his dad wasn't around, we would sneak into his office and play with all the little mechanical parts," Sarris remembers.

The small, moving pieces enthralled him and grew into an interest in both timepieces and gems. Now, after 22 years in the jewelry industry, watch repair and adjustments have become a big part of his professional life.

Sarris is the manager of the newlyopened Willow Jewelry and Repair at 7 West College St. It is located in the downtown retail space where Herrick Jewelry operated until closing its doors last June, midpandemic.

After extensive renovations, the store opened last week with custom-designed pieces including pendants and engagement rings.

Many of the first customers were seeking watch resizing and bands, said Sarris.

"They're happy there's a jeweler back here because of the tradition of Herrick's that was in here before. People are coming in and browsing and looking at the jewelry in the cases," he said.

"You always need to have a jeweler in town."

Willow Jewelry and Repair is owned

by Bill Piorkowski, a certified jeweler with 26 years' experience who since 2006 has also operated Elyria Jewelers and Repair.

It's a family-owned business with son Matthew Piorkowski. Sarris has been part of the team the past seven years.

Services include jewelry repair, appraisals, cleaning and polishing, refurbishing and buying gold and coins.

Sales associate Jennifer Dolin made her first sale at the Oberlin store last Thursday afternoon, helping a customer from Kendal at Oberlin purchase a watchband.

"I'm used to being at our Elyria store, which I love, but Chestnut Commons Drive and Tappan Square are a huge difference," she said, gazing out the front window that opens onto a view of the shady park. "It's nice to have foot traffic, which is something wonderful about Oberlin."

Oberlin College meets vaccine challenge issued by White House OBERLIN — With a campus vaccination rate of 85.7 percent, Oberlin College has signed on to the White House’s COVID-19 College Vaccine Challenge.

It joins more than 600 colleges and universities nationwide in answering President Joe Biden's call to have at least 70 percent of the U.S. adult population at least partially vaccinated against COVID-19

by Independence Day. The goal is to keep pushing Oberlin's vaccination rate even higher through the summer term, said COVID-19 Campus

Health Coordinator Katie Gravens.

"As the college resumes a traditional campus experience we want everyone, including the people in the city of Oberlin, to feel reassured that they are protected from COVID-19 when they encounter anyone from the college," she said.

The White House is calling on higher education institutions to commit to three steps: making sure campus communities understand their eligibility for shots, putting plans in place to get as many people

vaccinated as possible and delivering vaccines on-site.

Oberlin College is not requiring anyone to be vaccinated. Communications Director Scott Wargo previously said he was confident the buy-in from students, faculty and staff would be high enough that no mandate would be needed.

That's panned out. The college aimed for an 80 percent campus vaccination rate and shot right by it at the end of the spring semester, allowing strict pandemic precautions to be rolled back June 2.

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YOUNG PHOENIX ON THE COURT

Photos by Jason Hawk | Oberlin News-Tribune

Phoenix coach Kurt Russell led a kids' basketball camp last week in the Oberlin High School gym, teaching ball-handling skills to the next generation of hoops stars. It's part of a wider summer push to get local kids active. Athletic Director John Carter said fun is the first and foremost goal, but he hopes summer athletic camps camps will also help kids decide to continue enjoying sports through the high school level.

SUMMER ADVENTURES

Photos by Jason Hawk | Oberlin News-Tribune

Jungle Terry stopped by Langston Middle School in Oberlin on Friday, June 11 to share some animal encounters with students in kindergarten through second grade. The event was hosted by the Oberlin City Schools' Summer Adventure program. ABOVE: Kids get an up-close look at a ferret. BELOW: Amelia Traster gets to hold a chinchilla.

OPINION

Weaving a fabric for humanity’s welfare When we have been through loss and grief, anxiety and frustration, we humans sometimes reach for the wrong solutions and draw wrong conclusions.

The fabric of the life we thought we knew is now more torn and ragged.

Instead of casting blame, how do we begin the repair and the transformation that is needed?

The fabric of life is large and complicated. We need the healing actions of friends, family and neighbors to know that we are not alone in seeking a better world. I like to remember the threads of comfort and the threads of kindness — those threads that allow human interactions to build trust and hope. Some of us like to hold on to the faith of a God of grace, love, and mercy, inspiring those innate qualities for the whole human family.

In times of darkness and in the grips of fear there is something we can do. Starting to weave brings hope.

Search for the threads that build wellness. Weave the thread of compassion and care into the fabric of our neighborhood, our community and our country. Most often we do have a thread to share, a heartfelt voice to speak, a foundation of a woven fabric.

It’s about a thread that runs through; it’s about a

JOYCE PARKER

COMMUNITY PEACE BUILDERS

community that stretches over time; it’s about seeds planted in the earth again and again, and the harvest of the spirit that comes in each season, over and over. Weaving a fabric one by one and also together builds hope and trust. Then the pattern of renewal and positive change may gradually become visible to us.

Helpful organizations are made up of people who look out for the welfare of others. In my experience, I have seen musicians and potters come together year after year for an Oberlin Community Services fundraiser. Churches of many varieties share love and understanding, food and encouragement for obvious needs. Various groups worked hard in the last election year to get out the vote. Community

Peace Builders reminds us each Saturday noon on Tappan Square that the work of speaking out and responding to our government’s legislators regarding injustice, the environment and violence is a forever project.

Artistic creations can also cheer the isolated and discouraged. Our Firelands Association for the Visual Arts stirs teachers and students of all ages and styles to express their creativity and find their artistic voices. We have people in drama, music and dance to enliven us. We have the gardens and park spaces for food, fun, and exercise.

Oberlin College and other groups grow awareness and take action on our environmental crisis. Oberlin Community Services also uses volunteers to fulfill human needs. Finances are shared by many in our communities, which is essential to moving helpful processes and projects along. We have in Oberlin and the surrounding area, fortunately, a recorded heritage of people who have spoken up and taken action to lift the circumstances and souls of suffering humanity.

I’m reminded of one of my favorite bits of writing that I believe was written

by First Lady Dagmar Celeste of Ohio over 30 years

ago during Unifying Ohio for Peace: “We are the creators, discoverers, nurturers and caretakers; We are the teachers, preachers, healers and lovers, the potters, painters, weavers, planters, harvesters and gleaners.

We are who bring life and meaning to this world. We are the dancers, liberators, advocates and peacemakers. We are the interpreters of the mystery of this world, the channels of original blessing. Blessed be our faith which grows in our very lives. Blessed be our hope, which gives us breath. Blessed be our love for one another and this planet so much in need of love. Blessed be our work in this time we have together.”

Let us now continue to use our voices, as well. Let us continue to be inspired by one another’s work for the common good, both for our communities and for our country.

The foundational cloth is still being repaired and newly woven. With responsibility and passion let us each find the thread that is ours to weave.

Joyce Parker is secretary of Community Peace Builders, and has been an active member over the past decade. Carry on the conversation at community peacebuilders@aol.com.

‘Facebook queen’ has recipes galore

MORE FUN WITH ANIMALS

The Oberlin Recreation Department will host a free Family Fun Night presentation featuring Jungle Terry and his animal friends at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 25 at the George A. Abram Memorial Pavilion, 273 South Main St. See animals and enjoy bubble magic, “make and take” crafts, face painting and more.

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I'm on Facebook now, and everybody calls me the "Facebook Queen," since I'm on it a lot. I've found a lot of recipes out there that I want to try!

The strange thing is that I hardly cook for myself these days, since I live by myself. I do make soups, as I can make enough for a few days at a time, or even freeze it.

I have discovered a new potato dish I really enjoy — you use small potatoes, rinsing them off and cutting them in half. Fry the potatoes in half oil and margarine, along with one medium chopped onion.

Slice kielbasa sausage into 1/8-inch slices and fry in the same skillet until lightly brown. Add one or two (drained) cans of green beans and mix well with the sausage and potatoes.

Salt and pepper to taste.

From there, pour the mix into a 9x13 pan, cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

This is good as a side with steak, pork chops or just by itself with a salad and roll.

I'm getting used to my new home. It's so easy to

clean, and I have wonderful neighbors! But I do miss my home of 43 years, especially my porch swing.

Until next time, enjoy these recipes!

Cabbage Fat-Burning Soup • 5 carrots, chopped • 3 onions, chopped • 2 cans of whole peeled tomatoes with liquid • 1 large head of cabbage, chopped • 1 envelope of dry onion soup PENNY’S PANTRY mix PENNY CASE • 15 oz. can of green beans, drained • 1/4 cup oil • 10 celery stalks, chopped Mix all together, put • 14 oz. beef broth in a lidded container and Put all ingredients in a refrigerate. large soup kettle and cook until the veggies are tender.

You can use diced tomatoes Old-Fashioned instead of whole, if desired. Cornbread Stuffing • 10 cups cornbread, crumbled • 2 cups chopped celery Marinated Cucumbers • 3 cups chopped onions • 3 medium cucumbers, • 1 tsp. sage peeled and sliced 1/4 inches • 2 1/2 tbsp. poultry seasoning thick • 1 tsp. salt • 1 medium onion, sliced and • 1/2 cup butter or margarine, separated into rings • 3 medium tomatoes, cut into melted • 4 cups chicken broth wedges • 3 eggs, beaten • 1/2 cup vinegar • 1 cup cooked chicken • 1/4 cup sugar Saute onions and celery • 1 cup water in a skillet in the 1/2 cup • 2 tsp. salt margarine until tender. Add • 1 tsp. fresh ground coarse the broth and seasonings black pepper

and cook on medium heat.

In a large bowl, combine the cornbread with the vegetable mixture. Add the eggs and chicken. Stir until well blended. Put into a greased 9x13 pan and bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes.

Easy Mississippi Pot Roast • 3-4 lbs. chuck roast, boneless and trimmed of excess fat • 1 packet au jus or brown gravy mix • 1 packet ranch mix • 1 stick margarine • 1 cup beef broth • Small yellow peppers • Salt and pepper to taste Put the roast in a baking pan. Sprinkle the au jus or brown gravy mix over the meat. Salt and pepper over the top. Put margarine on top in the middle.

Pour beef broth in the pan, cover with foil and bake on 350 degrees for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. You can choose instead to make this in a slow-cooker, on low for 5-6 hours or on high 2-4 hours.

Penny Case is a lifelong resident of Wellington who loves to cook and share recipes.

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POLICE REPORTS AMHERST

• May 1 at 4:49 p.m.: A fraud complaint was filed involving an online purchase where the merchandise was never received.

• May 1 at 7:42 p.m.: Officers responded to a harassment complaint on Lauren Lane in what police called an ongoing neighbor dispute.

• May 1 at 10:03 p.m.: Gregory Pauley, 37, of Lorain, was charged with domestic violence following a complaint at Days Inn on Route 58.

• May 2 at 3:40 a.m.: Jacob Mitchell, 22, of Lorain, was charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated and state refusal.

• May 3 at 9:41 p.m.: Officers responded to a domestic violence complaint on Georgia Avenue.

• May 4 at 1:52 a.m.: Gilberto Peguero, 60, of Lorain, was served with a warrant through the Amherst Police Department on charges of misuse of the 911 system and disorderly conduct while intoxicated.

• May 5 at 7:57 a.m.: Josephine Smith, 35, of Lorain, was arrested on a felony warrant through the Strongsville Police Department for contempt of court.

The original charge was domestic violence.

• May 5 at 8:25 a.m.: Marsha Watchorn, 36, of Lorain, turned herself in on a contempt of court warrant through Oberlin Municipal Court.

• May 5 at 10:30 a.m.: Officers investigated a fight between two girls at Marion L. Steele High School.

• May 5 at 11:30 a.m.: A 15-year-old boy was charged with unruliness and possession of nicotine or tobacco at Marion L. Steele High School.

• May 5 at 2:45 p.m.: A man was found lying unresponsive in a bathroom at Tyson Foods on Cooper Foster Park Road as the result of a possible drug overdoes. He was taken to Mercy Health Lorain Hospital for treatment.

• May 5 at 3:37 p.m.: A LorMet Community Federal Credit Union supervisor told police an employee was sexually harassed by a customer on April 24.

• May 5 at 3:48 p.m.: A fraud involving Social Security information was reported to police.

• May 5 at 8:03 p.m.: Jaleel Lawrence, 22, of Lorain, was charged with a felony count of improper handling of a firearm. He was also charged with carrying a concealed weapon, possession of marijuana,

open container in a motor vehicle and traffic offenses.

A juvenile passenger was charged with underage possession of alcohol, possession of nicotine or tobacco and possession of drug paraphernalia.

• May 6 at 5:48 p.m.: Police investigated a possible drug overdose on Royal Drive. A 31-year-old woman was found deceased.

• May 7 at 6:10 p.m.: During a traffic stop, a 17-year-old passenger was charged with trafficking in marijuana and improper handling of a firearm in a vehicle. The firearm was loaded, police said.

• May 7 at 8:14 p.m.: Micah Garcia, 19, of Elyria, was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia.

• May 8 at 11:23 a.m.: A man said he believed his 13-year-old daughter had been chatting online with a predator from another state.

• May 8 at 4:12 p.m.: A 78-year-old Amherst woman was taken to the Nord Center while having a mental crisis.

• May 8 at 8:17 p.m.: A fire was reported at a Crosse Road home. Police found the fire started in the basement and rose to the upstairs.

• May 8 at 9:40 p.m.: Richie Strunk, 23, of Lorain, was charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated, blood-alcohol content over .17 percent, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

• May 9 at 5:40 p.m.: A woman said her cousin took her vehicle without permission. It was returned a short time later.

• May 9 at 5:40 p.m.: Tommy Adams, 33, of New London, was arrested on a warrant through the Huron County Sheriff's Office for failure to report to jail.

• May 9 at 6:43 p.m.: Officers responded to a domestic dispute on Oak Point Road.

• May 11 at 10:44 a.m.: James Mauricio, 32, of Lorain, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear in court. The original charges were driving under suspension and display of plates.

• May 13 at 2:17 p.m.: A woman reported an attempted scam involving a nearly $3,000 sale on Craig's List.

• May 13 at 4:33 p.m.: A woman reported $399 missing from her bank account.

• May 14 at 12:42 a.m.: A catalytic converter was reported stolen from a vehicle at Tyson Foods on

Cooper Foster Park Road.

• May 14 at 8:30 a.m.: A threatening text message was sent to a student at Amherst Junior High School. The sender, also a student, said it was a joke between friends.

• May 14 at 12:52 p.m.: Cassondra Gatterello, 30, of Sheffield Lake, was arrested on a felony warrant for contempt of court on original drug charges.

• May 15 at 1:04 p.m.: Abdul Shareef Jr., 24, of Elyria, was arrested on multiple warrants, including a felony larceny warrant through the Lorain County Sheriff's Office.

• May 15 at 1:45 p.m.: Police responded to a domestic dispute on Mirage Avenue.

• May 16 at 11:49 a.m.: Matthew Siniard, 35, of Lorain, was arrested on a warrant through the Amherst Police Department for failure to appear in court.

The original charge was disorderly conduct while intoxicated.

• May 17 at 9:51 a.m.: Officers responded to a domestic dispute on Elyria Avenue.

• May 18 at 12:15 p.m.: Someone went through an unlocked vehicle overnight on High Point Circle.

• May 18 at 12:38 p.m.: Items were reported stolen from a vehicle overnight on High Meadow Road.

• May 18 at 1 p.m.: Cars were reportedly entered and rummaged through overnight on Lullaby Circle.

• May 18 at 5:20 p.m.: Edward Hays, 61, of Lorain, and Darnella Gage, 24, of Elyria, were each charged with disorderly conduct after a complaint about fighting at Denny's on Route 58.

• May 19 at 10:32 a.m.: Checks and personal information were reported stolen from a vehicle while it was parked at the Amherst Post Office on Route 58.

• May 19 at 1:39 p.m.: A 71-year-old man was taken to Mercy Health Lorain Hospital for evaluation after a two-vehicle crash on Cooper Foster Park Road.

• May 20 at 7:48 a.m.: Items were reported stolen overnight from an unlocked vehicle on Rock Creek Run. • May 20 at 11:07 a.m.: Belongings were reported stolen from an unlocked vehicle overnight on High Meadow Road.

• May 20 at 5:05 p.m.: Kristen Seligan, 32, of Lorain, and Chanell Gomez, 34, of Lorain, were charged with petty theft and criminal tools. The charges came

after police responded to a theft complaint at The Clothing Loft on Cooper Foster Park Road.

• May 20 at 10:30 a.m.: Police conducted a welfare check on a 39-year-old Grafton woman at a Rock Creek Run home. She was taken to Mercy Health Lorain Hospital for evaluation.

• May 21 at 10:28 a.m.: Officers responded to Motel 6 on Route 58, where a man had disappeared and left dried blood on the vehicle where he had been sleeping. He was found with a cut on his finger and taken to Mercy Health Lorain Hospital.

• May 21 at 10:37 a.m.: Fraudulent checks posted to a business account were reported to police.

• May 21 at 11:34 a.m.: D'andre Willis, 30, of Lorain, was arrested on a warrant through Lorain County 911 for contempt on a kidnapping charge.

• May 21 at 7:42 p.m.: Officers responded to a domestic dispute in which a woman had exited a vehicle with no shoes on and yelled at the driver to leave her alone.

• May 21 at 9:28 p.m.: Laree Papp, 30, of Akron, was arrested on multiple felony warrants out of Summit and Stark counties.

She was arrested on one for failure to appear in court on a charge of tampering with evidence.

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• May 2 at 6:30 p.m.: A woman received threatening text messages from an ex-boyfriend who allegedly said he or someone he hired would kill the woman and her new boyfriend.

• May 2 at 8 p.m.: A report was made involving a domestic dispute the day prior, in which family members fought over a pitchfork.

• May 5 at 2:42 a.m.: An intoxicated man was found lying on the sidewalk and curb in the Oberlin police station parking lot on South Main Street. When approached, he ran but was eventually stopped. Robert DeLuna, 20, of Dallas, Pennsylvania, was charged with disorderly conduct by intoxication.

• May 6 at 1:30 p.m.: A woman said she was assaulted by her boyfriend on Berger Court. The incident was forwarded to the city prosecutor for review of possible charges.

• May 7 at 10:03 p.m.: Officers learned of a juvenile who would potentially harm himself. During a

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LEGALS LEGAL NOTICE ROBBIE BAINES, Defendant, whose last known address is 1850 E. 33RD Street, Lorain, Ohio 44055, is hereby notified that CHERIS GLINSEY, Plaintiff, has filed her Complaint for Divorce on March 26, 2021, captioned CHERIS GLINSEY vs. ROBBIE BAINES, CASE NO. 21 DR 089127, against him in the Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Division, Lorain County Justice Center, 225 Court Street, Elyria, Ohio, Lorain County, Ohio, asking for Divorce, Spousal Support, Mutual Restraining Orders, on the grounds of INCOMPATIBILITY. Said Defendant is required to serve upon the Plaintiff's attorney, Tiffany Catherman, or upon the Plaintiff if Plaintiff has no attorney of record, a copy of an answer to the Complaint within twenty-eight (28) days after service of the posting of this notice.

Your answer must thereafter be filed with the Court within

three (3) days after the service of a copy of the answer on the Plaintiff's attorney and that the case will be set for hearing on or after the 26th day of May, 2021, at 9 o'clock a.m.

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LEGAL NOTICE KEITH WILLIAMS, Defendant, whose last known address is 3034 Clifton Avenue, Lorain, Ohio 44055, is hereby notified that DONNA WILLIAMS, Plaintiff, has filed her Complaint for Divorce on March 12, 2021, captioned DONNA WILLIAMS vs. KEITH WILLIAMS, CASE NO. 21 DU 089005, against him in the Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Division, Lorain County Justice Center, 225 Court Street, Elyria, Ohio, Lorain County, Ohio, asking for Divorce, Spousal Support, Mutual Restraining Orders, on the grounds of INCOMPATIBILITY, GROSS NEGLECT OF DUTY AND EXTREME CRUELTY. Said Defendant is required to serve upon the Plaintiff's attorney, Tiffany Catherman, or upon the Plaintiff if Plaintiff has no attorney of record, a copy of an answer to the Complaint within twenty-eight (28) days after service of the posting of this notice.

Your answer must thereafter be filed with the Court within three (3) days after the service of a copy of the answer on the Plaintiff's attorney and that the case will be set for hearing on or after the 25th day of May, 2020, at 9 o'clock a.m.

Tiffany Catherman Attorney for Plaintiff Attorney Registration #0098140 P.O. Box 1744 Elyria, Ohio 44036 Tele:(440) 225-0843 Fax: (440) 999-8813 L.C.C.G. 6/3-10-17-24; 7/1-8/21 20683528

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS COUNTY OF LORAIN COUNTY, OHIO - RICHARD D. CULLEN ET AL. VS. CAROL LAINA ROSEMACKENZIE, A/K/A CAROL BARKER ET AL - NOTICE OF SUIT FOR REFORMATION OF DEED FOR DECLARATORY JUDGMENT AND TO QUIET TITLE. The unknown spouse, creditors heirs, devisees, legatees, executors, administrators, successors and assigns of Margaret R. MacKenzie, their unknown spouses and creditors, if any, whose names and addresses are unknown and cannot by reasonable

diligence be ascertained, take notice that on the 10th Day of March 2021, Richard D. Cullen and Linda K. Cullen filed a First Amended Complaint in the Common Pleas Court of Lorain County, Ohio, Case No. 20CV201107 of the docket of the Court, the object of which is to request that the court reform the legal description contained in a deed for real estate located at 215 North Main Street, Amherst, Ohio 44001, more particularly described in the Amended Complaint, which deed was filed in the Official Records of the Lorain County Recorder on August 24, 1997 at O.R. Vol. 1471, Page 000034; that Plaintiffs be declared the true and lawful owners of said property and that Plaintiffs' title in and to said property be quieted against any claim or interest of the Defendants or any of them and all others claiming through or under them and that the Defendants be required to set up their interests or be forever barred.

The above named Defendants are required to answer within 28 days after last date of this publication which shall be once a week for six (6) consecutive weeks or they may be denied a hearing in this case and judgment may be entered against them.

Jon D. Clark, No. (0061130), Severs & Clark Co., L.P.A. 5

South Main Street, Suite 100, Oberlin Ohio 44074, (440) 774-1278, email: jclark@ severs-clark.com L.C.C.G. 5/27; 6/3-10-17-24; 7/1/21 20683027

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS *CORRECTION Please be advised that Lorain City Council will host two (2) public hearings on Monday, July 12, 2021. The first hearing will begin at 5:30 p.m. to discuss an application to rezone 6075 Middle Ridge Road, PPN: 06-21-001-102-030, from B-2 to R-3 Residential Social Services Facility, JTTR Properties LLC is the applicant (ZCA-#8-2021).

The Lorain City Planning Commission met on June 2, 2021, and recommend approval of this item to Lorain City Council.

Following, an additional public hearing will be held on Monday, July 12, 2021, to begin no earlier than 6 p.m. in the Lorain City Council Chamber @ Lorain City Hall, 200 West Erie Ave. to discuss an application received on June 4, 2021 to expand the City of Lorain's current Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) per ORC 4301.82. The application details the proposed boundary

of the expanded DORA encompassing approximately 97 acres. It will provide more outdoor assessable dining in front of liquor-holding establishments; allow establishments within the larger area to serve alcoholic beverages in plastic cups (pursuant to laws during certain hours, etc.) Signage, sanitation and safety requirements are established by the City of Lorain. The expanded area would permit individuals to walk within the DORA boundaries with an alcoholic beverage purchased from a liquor permit holder during certain established hours. *The public hearings will be held in the Lorain City Council Chamber @ 200 West Erie Avenue, Lorain, Ohio commencing at 5:30 p.m. (Face masks are required for entry into Lorain City Hall.)

Copies of all documentation related to these proposals will be on file for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of Council, 200 West Erie Avenue, Lorain, Ohio. Please contact Nancy_Greer@ cityoflorain.org for additional information (440)204-2050.

NANCY GREER, CMC

welfare check, they took two pocket knives from the boy's bag to reduce the risk.

• May 8 at 10:32 a.m.: Officers responded to a domestic dispute on Lincoln Street.

• May 11 at 3:49 p.m.: Police went to Mercy Health Allen Hospital to take custody of property that was believed to be stolen. They included Social Security cards, debit cards, checks and other items that had names that did not match a patient's name.

• May 14 at 1:30 p.m.: A man was the victim of a scam involving a fake $3,500 check from an unknown sender.

• May 16 at 2:25 p.m.: Kevin Denington, 20, of Spencer, was charged with theft following a complaint at Walmart on US Route 20.

• May 16 at 3:40 p.m.: A woman was the victim of a scam perpetuated by someone claiming to be a Texas police officer. He demanded gift cards in exchange for clearing the woman's name in a murder and drug trafficking investigation — the woman's entire bank account was wiped out by the scam.

• May 16 at 7:38 p.m.: A grinder containing "green vegetable matter" was turned over to police by Oberlin College security.

• May 16 at 7:50 p.m.: A woman reported a television stolen from her home.

• May 18 at 12:06 a.m.: A chase ensued when police saw a vehicle traveling at an estimated 80 mph in a 25 mph zone. The car crashed into a South Pleasant Street home, and officers saw two males running away, leading to a foot pursuit. Two juveniles were chased down and arrested.

The driver was charged with fleeing and eluding, reckless operation, driving without a license and obstruction.

• May 18 at 8:09 a.m.: A woman said her teenage daughter ran away.

• May 18 at 9:57 a.m.: Ke'Shon Johnson, 20, of Sandusky, was arrested on a warrant for contempt of court.

• May 20 at 2:50 p.m.: A juvenile who allegedly hit her mother was taken to the Lorain County Detention

Home and police recommended a domestic violence charge.

• May 21 at 3:27 p.m.: Barbara Boone, 44, of Oberlin, was charged with theft following a complaint at Walmart on US Route 20.

• May 21 at 11:36 p.m.: Police investigated a domestic violence complaint.

• May 22 at 11:18 a.m.: A burnt cigarette containing suspected marijuana and a lighter were turned over to police by Oberlin College security.

• May 22 at 4:15 p.m.: William Petrey, 40, of Oberlin, was arrested on a felony warrant through the Lorain County Sheriff's Office for non-support of dependents.

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• May 7 at 12:35 a.m.: A woman said a bank account had been fraudulently opened in her name.

• May 7 at 9:17 p.m.: A missing juvenile from Cleveland was found riding his bike against traffic, according to police.

• May 8 at 12:49 p.m.: An 87-year-old woman was found deceased at a Maple Street home.

• May 12 at 11:34 a.m.: A man filed an identity theft report, saying someone had attempted to open a bank account in his name.

• May 13 at 1:17 a.m.: Police investigated a complaint of social media harassment in an ongoing dispute between two women.

• May 14 at 8:32 a.m.: A shoplifting complaint was made at Village Market on North Main Street.

• May 15 at 2:01 p.m.: A 35-year-old man was accused of vandalism, resisting arrest, escape and disorderly conduct. Police said he was taken to University Hospital Elyria for treatment of self-inflicted injuries. Charges were pending further investigation.

• May 19 at 9:37 p.m.: A five-year-old boy was found wandering in the roadway at South Main and Fourth streets. He was returned to his father.

Though charged, defendants are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

How Can You Prepare For The “New Retirement”?

A generation or so ago, people didn’t just retire from work – many of them also withdrew from a whole range of social and communal activities.

But now, it’s different: The large Baby Boom cohort, and no doubt future ones, are insisting on an active lifestyle and continued involvement in their communities and world. So, what should you know about this “new retirement”? And how can you prepare for it?

For starters, consider what it means to be a retiree today. The 2020 Edward Jones/Age Wave Four Pillars of the New Retirement study has identified these four interrelated, key ingredients, along with the connected statistics, for living well in the new retirement: • Health – While physical health may decline with age, emotional intelligence – the ability to use emotions in positive ways – actually improves, according to a well-known study from the University of California, among others.

However, not surprisingly, retirees fear Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia more than any physical ailment, including cancer or infectious diseases, according to the “Four Pillars” study.

• Family – Retirees get their greatest emotional nourishment from family relationships – and they’ll do anything it takes to help support those family members, even if it means sacrificing their own financial security. Conversely, retirees lacking close connections with family and friends are at risk for all the negative consequences resulting from physical and social isolation.

• Purpose – Nearly 90% of Americans feel that there should be more ways for retirees to use their talents and knowledge for the benefit of their communities and society at large. Retirees want to spend their time in useful, rewarding ways – and they’re well capa-

ble of doing so, given their decades of life experience. Retirees with a strong sense of purpose have happier, healthier lives and report a higher quality of life.

• Finances – Retirees are less interested in accumulating more wealth than they are in having sufficient resources to achieve the freedom to live their lives as they choose. Yet, retirees frequently find that managing money in retirement can be even more challenging than saving for it. And the “unknowns” can be scary: Almost 70% of those who plan to retire in the next 10 years say they have no idea what their healthcare and long-term care costs will be in retirement.

So, if you’re getting close to retirement, and you’re considering these factors, how can you best integrate them into a fulfilling, meaningful way of life? You’ll want to take a “holistic” approach by asking yourself some key questions: What do you want to be able to do with your time and money? Are you building the resources necessary to enjoy the lifestyle you’ve envisioned?

Are you prepared for the increasing costs of health care as you age? Have you taken the steps to maintain your financial independence, and avoid burdening your family, in case you need some type of long-term care? Have you created the estate plans necessary to leave the type of legacy you desire?

By addressing these and other issues, possibly with the help of a financial professional, you can set yourself on the path toward the type of retirement that’s not really a retirement at all – but rather a new, invigorating chapter of your life.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

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RudyardKiplingmadeupbedtimestories forhischildren.Hewrotethem downin1902andcalledthemJustSoStories.Usingalotofimagination, thesetaleswerefunwaystoexplainthingslikehowtheelephantgothis trunk,theleopardhisspotsandthecamelhishump.

Come out and trot!

Camel!

You have given extra work to the other animals.

You can live on your humph!

Come fetch and carry things!

Come plow!

Grrrrrrr!

But how can I with this humph on my back?

HEY! W-w-what’s happening to my back???

Other animals asked Camel to help with their work ...

hen the world was new and the animals were just beginning to work for Man, Camel lived out in the middle of the desert because he didn’t want to work. Whenever anybody spoke to him, Camel just said . . .

That Humph-thing in the desert won’t work, so you must work double-time to make up for it!

After three days, the Man spoke to Horse, Dog and Ox.

The Djinn warned Camel to stop saying “HUMPH.” But Camel said it again and again. So the Djinn cast a spell on Camel.

This made the three animals very angry, so they asked a Djinn (also called a genie) to help make Camel do some work, too.

You have missed three days of work. Now you’ll work without stopping or eating for three days!

nd since then, Camel always wears a lolloping humph (we call it a hump now to not hurt his feelings).

But he never caught up with the three days of work he missed at the beginning of the world.

And he has never learned how to behave!

Why arethey called Just So Stories? Put these sentencesin ordertodiscover the answer.

Persons, Places and Things

Look through the newspaper and find five of each of the kinds of nouns: Persons Places Things Cut them out and gluee them to a piece of paper by category.

Standards Link: Reading Comprehension: Identify and categorize nouns.

Rudyard Kipling wrote 12 Just So Stories. Do the mathto complete the titles.

Howthe_______GotHisThroat

TheBeginningofthe_________

Howthe______GotHisHump

HowtheFirst______wasWritten

9+9+9+2 8+7

9+9

9+9+3

Howthe__________GotHisSkin Howthe__________wasMade 8+8+8

3+3+3+5

Howthe________GotHisSpots The_____ThatPlayedwiththeSea 12 - 4

TheElephant’s ________ 6+3+3

22 - 5

The_____ThatWalkedbyHimself 32 - 9

TheSing-SongofOldMan_______ The__________ThatStamped 4+9

18 = ARMADILLOS 15 = CAMEL 17 = CRAB 11 = BUTTERFLY

24 = RHINOCEROS 12 = CHILD 23 = CAT 21 = LETTER

16 - 5

14 = ALPHABET 29 = WHALE 8 = LEOPARD 13 = KANGAROO

Standards Link: Reading Comprehension: Flow simple written directions.

LOLLOPING ALPHABET CHAPTERS BEDTIME LEOPARD KIPLING DESERT BEHAVE PLOW CAMEL DJINN HORSE TROT DOG

I T P L O W G H I G

C B D R G D J I N N

H E E T O R T I H I

A H S D D U L S O P

LOLLOPING

The verb lolloping means to move in an awkward way.

E E T K T S M M E L

The clumsy puppy came lolloping towards Billy.

S T E B A H P L A L

Try to use the word lolloping in a sentence today when talking with your friends and family members.

T V R U I I S A S L

R O D R A P O E L O

Standards Link: Letter sequencing. Recognize identical words. Skim and scan reading. Recall spelling patterns.

Favorite Author ANSWER: Camel-flage!

Standards Link: Language Arts: Identify digraphs.

This week’s word:

P A E J T P D C R O

Just for Phun!

When a P and an H are together in a word, they are pronounced with the F-sound (alphabet, dolphin, nephew and phone). Can you find 5 or more words in today’s newspaper that are spelled with PH? The PH can be in the beginning, middle, or end of the word.

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Who is your favorite author? Write down three significant or surprising facts about that person.