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I forgot to mention last week that the Cleveland Boat and Lake Erie Lifestyles Expo is going on at the IX Center near Hopkins Airport. This exposition is extremely important to the local economy, as a large number of local businesses are represented there, and their success in Cleveland directly relates to the economic success of our area. So, if you are in the market, go. The Show ends this Sunday, January 25. ––––––– A loyal reader of The Beacon pointed out to us by phone this week that we should continue “Find Wylie” every week, especially now that the majority of contestants will be locals, not tourists. Excellent point! So, we will once again we are bringing back “Find Wylie”, so if you find him, tell us where and you could win a $20 gift certificate to any of a number of local businesses. Look for the Find Wylie Ad, or stop by our office (Beacon Place Shopping Center, next to Goodwill). We are also continuing our “Win it on the Web” Contest. This week, we had 54 entries and our winner is Dave Mylander of Oak Harbor who clicked his way to a $20 gas card from Friendship Food Stores. You might be our next winner, just log on to www.thebeacon.net and click on the “Win it on the Web” icon. ––––––– Main Street Port Clinton will have a special meeting next Wednesday, January 28 at the Ida Rupp Public Library to discuss the establishment of a Farmers’ Market this summer. All producers and growers of local food as well as anyone interested in volunteering for this are invited to attend the 5:30 p.m. meeting. For more information, contact Melissa Bayer at 419-239-9346. ––––––– New Ottawa County Common Pleas Court Judge Bruce Winters has invited the public to join him for his Swearing-In Ceremony this Friday, January 23, at 3:30 p.m. at the Ottawa County Courthouse. Judge Winters takes over from retiring Judge Paul Moon as the head of the County’s top court. Judge Winters resides in Oak Harbor with his wife of 23 years Pat and their two children. At the same time this Friday, Lorrain Croy will be sworn in as magistrate. ––––––– I need to correct something I wrote last week when I told you that Linda Snyder was the Catawba Bloodmobile Chairman. Actually, the reins have been turned over to Edwina Minor, and in her first effort attained her goal of 53 units. The next Catawba Bloodmobile will be May 9. ––––––– The Humane Society of Ottawa County will be holding a special “Meet & Greet” at the First Federal Bank of Genoa, 22020 W. State Route 51 this Friday, January 23 from 1-5 p.m. This will be their first such event in the Genoa area, and they will have some adoptable animals with them. For more information, call 419-734-5191. ––––––– The ladies of Faith United Methodist Church at the corner of Fifth and Jackson Streets in Port Clinton will be back in the kitchen for their 4th Friday Luncheon this Friday, January 23 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. They will be serving up their delicious homemade soups, sandwiches and deserts. Carryouts may be called in after 10 a.m. by calling 419-732-3406. ––––––– Archie Griffin is coming to Oak Harbor! It is another coup by the Ottawa County OSU Alumni group. He will be here on Thursday, February 19 at Oak Harbor High School to speak. The appearance of the only two-time Heisman Trophy winner will benefit both the local Alumni Club as well as the Benton-Carroll-Salem School Foundation. Tickets are $25 for the dinner and speech and $50 for the dinner and autograph session. If you only want to hear him speak, that ticket is only $5. For ticket information call Louis Damschroeder at 419-8985440.

Despite the cold temperatures the Lake Erie shoreline in Ottawa County can still provide for some spectacular scenery. An example is this photo taken near the Miller Boat Line docks on Catawba Point. PHOTO BY JOHN SCHAFFNER

Huron Scientist Helps Prevent Bird-Aircraft Collisions

BY MARY ANN BENCIVENGO

For 36 years, Richard Dolbeer of Huron worked as the National Coordinator of the Airport Wildlife Hazards Program for the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Wildlife Services on projects that were international in scope. From his office in Sandusky he led a series of projects that sought Richard Dolbeer, Ph.D. of Huron methods of resolving PHOTO BY GENE WRIGHT conflicts between the natural world and the realms of humans, to help wildlife and people coexist without harming one another. Dolbeer dealt with issues such as how to prevent bird damage to farmers’ corn and disease control in cities where birds roost. For the past 17 years, much of his scope has been a bird’s eye view: conducting research into what is called “bird strike”—or what happens when airplanes strike birds—which is what happened when Flight 1549 from LaGuardia Airport crash-landed into the Hudson River. Luckily, all passengers aboard and the entire A large flock of gulls crew survived. On CNN, Fox News, aircraft leaving JFK. and NBC’S “Today” show, Dolbeer said that this incident alerts people nationally to the need to alleviate bird strikes in aviation. “Ironically enough,” Dolbeer states, “the crash happened two and a half hours after I gave a presentation at the Sandusky Rotary on bird strike.” He adds that he was invited there to speak, as the Sandusky facility is a world leader in working with airports on how to keep birds and aircrafts separated. Soon after, “We have worked with airports all over the U.S. and abroad,” Dolbeer states, “in methods that discourage birds from being around air-

ports and training people to keep birds out of them.” Even so, he mentions, bird strike is becoming more and more common since engines have gotten quieter. Another cause is the increase in the populations of many larger birds such as the great blue heron, osprey, bald eagle, snow goose and Canada goose, he explains, as North America has done a good job in the conservation of these and many species and many of these birds have adapted to living in urban environments. Dolbeer and experts in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) expect that the frequency and severity of bird collisions will grow over the next decade. Dolbeer, retired in September, loved his work. “It is a very exciting field to work in, very diverse with a lot of challenges. I am very lucky to have worked in this field and to be helping the world. It’s been an incredible adventure.” His research has included population dynamics of pest species, economic assessment of losses, development of practical management techniques, and integrated pest management programs in the U.S. and abroad to countries such as Africa, Asia and Latin America. Dolbeer received degrees from the University of the South (B.A., Biology), the University of Tennessee (M.S., Zoology) and Colorado State University (Ph.D., Wildlife Biology.) He has published over 170 scientific papers and book chapters. He was honored in 2000 by the 65,000-member Airline Pilots Association for “scientific integrity and worldwide leadership in the reduction of wildlife hazin front of the Concorde ards to aviation.” He was the 2005 winner of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration “Excellence in Aviation Research” award. Twice he has been recognized with “Excellence in Research” awards by the Jack Berryman Institute for Wildlife Damage Management and is the 2008 winner of the Caesar Kleberg Award for Applied Wildlife Research, presented by the Wildlife Society. From 1997-2008 he served as Chairperson of Bird Strike Committee-USA. To read more, go to one of Dolbeer’s latest publications, coauthored by colleague Sandra Wright, another Huron resident at http://wildlife.pr.erau.edu/BASH90-07.pdf.

Ohio EPA Settles In USG Water Discharge

United States Gypsum Co. has agreed to a $44,000 settlement with Ohio EPA for wastewater discharge violations at its facility in Ottawa County. The company also agreed to make numerous improvements to its wastewater treatment system, which discharges to Sandusky Bay and Lake Erie. Multiple inspections by Ohio EPA found significant operational problems with the wastewater treatment system and chronic violations of its discharge permit. At Ohio EPA’s request, the company conducted an engineering study to determine treatment inadequacies and propose improvements. Ohio EPA agreed with the recommendations in the study. A number of the improvements have been completed, including installation of additional aerators in lagoon No. 1 and floating baffle in lagoon No. 2. The settlement also requires the company to replace the existing wet well and Real Estate ................1-8C install a new, more efficient primary clarifier. Construction must begin by April 1, 2010, and Sports ..................... 2 &3C be completed and operational by January 31, Business .......................4C 2011. The settlement covers violations that ocFinancial Focus ............6C curred between June 2000 and September Real Estate Transfers ...7C 2006. U.S. Gypsum has been in compliance Yellow Page Dr. ............7C with discharge limits since October 2006. U.S. Gypsum manufactures paper-based Classifieds ....................7C building products including joint tape, joint

treatment, stucco and other gypsum fiber products. Of the cash penalty, $35,200 will be used to administer Ohio EPA’s surface water programs and benefit the Ohio Environmental Education Fund. The remaining $8,800 will be paid to Ohio EPA’s Clean Diesel School Bus Retrofit Fund. A copy of the settlement is available online at http://www.epa. state.oh.us/dsw/enforcement/USGypsum.pdf.

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A portion of Madison Street was blocked off in downtown Port Clinton last week when an electrical fire was extinguished by the PC Volunteer Fire Department. The fire caused minimal damage. PHOTO BY STEVE DONAHOE

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SoundOff Dear Editor, Planned Parenthood was founded in 1916 by Margaret Sanger. It has had a devastating effect on America. It is the nation’s leading abortion provider, perpetrating one out of every four abortions committed in the United States. You will be glad to learn that Planned Parenthood is doing just fine economically. According to the Washington Times, Aug. 25, 2008, it topped $1 billion in 2007 revenues, including $336 million paid by us taxpayers. Why are we supporting money to murder babies? The Freedom of Choice Act (FOCA), if passed, lists all restrictions on abortion, including laws prohibiting taxpayer funding for abortion. President-Elect Barack Obama made a pledge to Planned Parenthood that “the first thing I’ll do as President is sign the Freedom of Choice Act.” Please write to your U.S. and Ohio Senators and Representatives and ask them not to pass this Freedom of Choice Act. Sincerely, Mrs. Ed Williams Port Clinton Dear Editor, The holiday season brings out the best in people. Again this year Danbury Township, Lakeside and Marblehead residents and businesses enthusiastically helped the Holiday Bureau provide 112 families, a total of 343 people, with food and other necessities to brighten their lives during the Christmas season. This is about a 10% increase from 2007. I am enormously proud to thank everyone that made this year’s Holiday Bureau experience a positive one. A huge thanks goes to Allied Waste, Bassett’s Market, Bergman Orchards, Danbury Boy Scouts, Danbury Schools, Erie Food Market, Dr. Gary A. Greunke, DDS, Marblehead Bank, Marblehead Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, Mutach’s Food Market, Otterbein North Shore, the Peninsula Lions, John Tracy and U-STORE-IT. A special thanks to St. Mary’s Church for the use of the hall and to other area churches for helping collect food. Thanks to the United States Coast

Guard, and the Salvation Army for toy collection and distribution. Many thanks also to those “special angels” who donated their time and energy, food, gloves, mittens and money. It takes about 60 people to sort, pack and distribute everything over a three-day period - a huge commitment during a very busy time of year. My sincerest thank to a devoted committee that works so diligently planning and preparing. They are Bob Biro, Carol Covey, Myra Prokop, Barbara Radebaugh and Alice Waldecker. It is an awesome experience to see neighbors and friends come together to share their time, talents and finances to help others. Thank you all very much. Judy Just 2008 Ottawa County Holiday Bureau-Danbury Township Unit Chairperson Dear Editor, The Salvation Army-Port Clinton Service Unit would like to thank our local community for opening their hearts this Christmas season and making our Red Kettle Campaign a huge success. The Red Kettle Campaign surpassed the budgeted goal of $40,000 for a total of $41,300! This campaign could not have accomplished this task if not for all the countless volunteers and donations. Thanks to all involved, including the hard work and dedication from all the bell ringing volunteers, Port Clinton Advisory Board, the staff at Huntington Bank, who provided all the banking needs and the wonderful staff at the five “ringing” locations: Bassett’s, Community Market PC/Oak Harbor, Kroger’s, Miller’s Market/Genoa and Wal-Mart. And a special thanks to residents of Ottawa County who took the challenge of our economy at heart by pulling together to make this unreachable goal, reachable! The Port Clinton Service Unit also would like to extend a thank you to all involved with our Coats for Families program, which has currently provided over 500 local residents with warm winter coats. The Beacon – with its mitten tree, The Thomas Kinkade Signature and Gallery, News Herald,

Swan Cleaners and local residents all make this program a great success. Also a success this year, was the Annual Toy and Food Drive, in collaboration with The Holiday Bureau and Toys for Tots, distributing over 4,500 toys to over 1,500 children. Again, this was made possible by the group effort of the community and businesses allowing The Salvation Army to put our boxes out for distribution, the generous response from the Community to donate toys and Mon Ami’s “Annual Tree A Rama”, with all proceeds going to the purchase of toys. The Port Clinton Service Unit is proud to serve our local community and appreciates the wonderful response by our residents with going up and beyond to help The Salvation Army continue their efforts in providing assistance for our community. Maureen Saponari Human Service Director Salvation Army –Port Clinton Unit Dear Editor, I recently went through an illness. I’m glad there was a FASTRACK URGENT CARE to go to. I had called my doctor on New Year’s Eve, with the symptoms of a bad cold. I was told there weren’t any appointments and best next thing to do is go to an Urgent Care Facility. Dr. Richard Kendell and Staff took me in immediately and took proper tests to find out I had double pneumonia. With proper medication and care I was sent home to return to my family doctor the following week. My family doctor and labs were very impress with the digital X-Ray, the quality care given and report forwarded. Guess my illness was worse than I considered. Fastrack is located at the old Port Clinton Armory and is newly renovated, complete, very up-to-date and equipped for any medical emergency that may arrive. My thanks and gratitude is given to Dr. Kendell and Staff. Roseann Bacha Barker Bay Township

Danbury Township Meeting Overview At the regular meeting of the Danbury Township Board of Trustees held January 14, the following business was conducted: Discussion was held regarding the recent meeting with Michael Stormer from ODOT. The board will be advised when ODOT will videotape the intersection.

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After completing the review and ranking of 17 architectural firms the board agreed to pursue interviewing the top four: Bodner & Kerik, Daniel Frederick, MKC Associates and The Collaborative. The board reviewed the proposed sign project for the Ottawa County Community Foundation and recommended minor changes. Grant opportunities for 2009 were also reviewed. Dianne Rozak was authorized to apply for a Joint Solid Waste District grant for an additional recycling container and to explore the potential of making application for a Lake Erie Protection Fund grant. The board approved an upgrade to the township website at a cost of $260. An additional page will be built to upload newsletters and other current information. A quote for engineering services for the south trails at Meadowbrook was received from BEC Associates. Discussion was held regarding zoning fees and cemetery fees. Zoning fees will not increase. Cemetery fees have remained the same since the 1970s. After reviewing countywide cemetery fees, the board agreed to double the current fee structure to provide for necessary cemetery expenses. Even after the increase Sackett cemetery fees are among the lowest in the county. The 2009 inventory was reviewed and approved. December financial reports were approved as were bills in the amount of $40,103.47 A conservation easement agreement between Harbor Bay

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Estates and the township has been requested. The easement will be forwarded to the County Prosecutor for review before any action is taken. Zoning Inspector Rhonda Botti Sowers submitted monthly zoning reports showing 12 permits processed during the month of December and 3 permits during the month of January to date. Annual report detailed 214 permits processed in 2008. Three hearings will be held by the Board of Zoning Appeals on January 21 beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Breakfast Served On Sunday, January 25, Knights of Columbus Oak Harbor council will be sponsoring an “all you can eat” Pancake and Sausage Family Breakfast starting at 9 a.m., at St. Boniface including a “Big Hearts for Little Hearts” Baby Shower to benefit the Heartbeat Pregnancy Center of Ottawa County.

Port Clinton First Stop in 2009 Walleye Tournament FLW Outdoors announced its 2009 Walmart FLW Walleye Tour. The tour will still feature top pro awards of $100,000 in each qualifier and a top pro award of $150,000 in the FLW Walleye Tour Championship while 50th place awards in each qualifier jump to $3,000 in the pro division. Anglers competing will fish a diverse schedule that opens April 15-18 in Port Clinton on legendary Lake Erie,.

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CommunityCalendar If you would like to submit an event or change the information to our Community Calendar it should be in the office by Monday 3:30 p.m. Attn: Charlene Deyoe, 205 SE Catawba Rd., Suite G, Port Clinton, OH 43452 or Call 419-732-2154 Fax, 419-7345382 or e-mail: charlene@thebeacon.net SPECIAL NOTICES: The Ottawa County Fourth Thursday Republican Lunch Bunch resumes Thursday, January 22, at 12 Noon at the Port Clinton Elks Club on Buckeye Boulevard; no reservations necessary. These monthly luncheons which have been going on for over 10 years are for area residents and visitors to share their opinions and to listen to a speaker during lunch. For further information call 419)734-3459. Peninsula CCL’s Annual SNOWFLAKE BREAKFAST Date: Sunday, January 25, 2009 Time: 7:00am to 12:00pm Place: The Marblehead Galley 113 West Main St. Marblehead Price: Adult $6.00 Child $3.00 ALL PROCEEDS GO TOWARD THE ESTHER BUTCHKO SCHOLARSHIP FUND All Singles DanceSaturday, January 24- Casual attire- Super Bowl Night- Humane Society Hall RT 12 East Findlay, OH. Doors Open at 8 PM. Admission $7 419-422-5200 SUNDAY: ATTEND THE CHURCH OF YOUR CHOICE - Check with churches for Summer schedules. 7:30-10:30am Breakfast & Conversation, St. John Lutheran, 2nd & Adams St. coffee, flavored coffee, Hot Chocolate & Breakfast rolls. Join others in the area for a relaxing morning. Call Bill Fehnrich with questions 419-734-1116. 9:00am-Noon-2nd Sunday ea month Breakfast-American Legion Post, #113 N Monroe. Open to public, handicap accessible, Adults $6. Kids under 12 $3. Proceeds/Bldg. fund. Visit www.americanlegionpost113.org 4:30pm - BINGO- St. Boniface Church, 215 N. Church St., Oak Harbor doors open 4:30, Games begin 6pm. Noon Jan, 11th K of C Youth Basketball Free Throw Championship, open to all boys and girls ages 10 to 14 at Oak Harbor St. Boniface School Gym. Registration and shoot-around 12:30 P.M. For additional info contact Tom Durbin, 419-898-9112.

MONDAY: 9:00am-Noon Food Pantry, St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, 165 Toussaint St. 419-898-0852 (Open to anyone in BCS school district). 9:00-10:00 AM - Yoga for Beginners/ Flexibility / Strength / Relaxation. At the Catawba Is. Community Center, 3307 NW Catawba Rd. Call to Register: Edwina Minor, Certified and Registered RYT 500. HM: 419-956-0375 / Cell 330-256-0414. 4:00-5:00pm Danbury Local Schools Arthritis Swim. $2\adult. $1/students. Swim passes available $22.50\15 swims. 5:00pm-Bingo at St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church, 507 E. Main St. Marblehead. 5:30-6:30pm Yoga for Beginners/ Flexibility / Strength / Relaxation. At the Catawba Is. Community Center, 3307 NW Catawba Rd. Call to Register: Edwina Minor, Certified and Registered RYT 500. HM: 419956-0375 / Cell 330-256-0414. 5:30pm Magruder Conference Center: Cardio/Pilates - 1/2 hour of aerobic exercise followed by 1/2 hour of Pilates core exercises. Bring a mat or towel. $3 per class 6:00pm Bay Area Toastmasters, Commodore Perry Inn & Suites, Banquet Room, PC 2nd & 4th of the month. Public welcome. 7:00pm-1st Monday/ea. month Women’s Group @ Faith Methodist, 5th & Jackson St. TUESDAY: 8:00am -Men’s Prayer Breakfast @ Trinity United Meth. Church, 135 Adams St., PC 9:00am -Woodcarvers meet @ St. John’s Lutheran Church. Noon-Rotary Club at The Elk’s Lodge #1718, 231 Buckeye Blvd. 1:00pm -Euchre Games every 1st and 3rd Tues. of each month. Port Clinton Sr. Center, East 3rd St. Port Clinton. 5:30pm Weight Watchers, @Otterbein North Shore Retirement Community, mtg. 6pm weigh in at 5:30pm. 5:30pm Magruder Conference Center: Strength Training - Works all the major muscle groups. Bring a mat or towel. $3 per class 6:00-7:00pm Quiet Strength/ Yoga-lates at the Vineyard on Catawba (Off West Catawba Rd.) Community Room. Welcome anytime. Questions can be directed to Certified Instructor: Toni Garrett 419732-0992 6:30-8:00pm Hatha yoga class, Gentle to the experienced 25th year of teaching classes. @ Magruder Hospital 2nd floor Conf. Ctr.419-635-2337. Call Linda Green

for more info. 419-635-2337. 6:30pm -TOPS #1487 Resurrection Luth. Church. NE Catawba Rd., Catawba For More Info Call Marylou Carroll 797-4283 Weigh in 6:30, mtg. At 7pm. 7:00pm Authentic Man Study: Every first and third Tuesday of the month @ Chapel on the Lake 7:00pm- Women’s Bible Studies; Song of Solomon- Marlene Jensen @ Chapel on the Lake. 7:30pm Council Meeting, Council Chambers 7:30pm Knight of Columbus 1st&3rd Tues each month, Bergeman Hall 109 E. Perry St. WEDNESDAY: 8:30am - 1st Wed/Month Breakfast with April PC Senior Center East 3rd St. PC 9:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study - Boundries in Marriage at Chapel on the Lake 12:00 - Port Clinton Artists Club @ Ida Rupp Public Library. 12:00 a.m. - Port Clinton Artists Club @ Ida Rupp Public Library. 5:30pm - Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) #949. Oak Harbor Library Community Room, 147 W. Main St. Call 419898-9205 for more info. 5:30-6:30pm Weekly Bible study Methodist Kids Club, ages 4-13, @Bible Methodist 150 Maple St, Port Clinton. 5:30pm Magruder Conference Center: Cardio/Pilates - 1/2 hour of aerobic exercise followed by 1/2 hour of Pilates core exercises. Bring a mat or towel. $3 per class 6:00pm Marblehead Main Street Merchants mtg., @ Avery’s Café. Open to public. Meetings always held on 1st Wednesday of each month. 6:00pm-PC Nazarene Church, 205 W. 4th St, Dinner, Children, Teens, Adult Activities. 6:30pm- Jr. High & High School youth group at Chapel on the Lake. Contact Nathan and Elizabeth Davenport for more information. 7:00pm - Family Night @Erie Shores Assembly of God, 220 Gill Rd. 7:30pm - Port Clinton Eagles Aux. Meeting 2nd & 4th Wednesday. THURSDAY: 8:15am- Walk the Halls to Fitness at Port Clinton High School Enter at the Performing Art Center by 8:30am Every Tuesday and Thursday when school is in session For more information call 419-732-2102 or jgluth@pccsd.net 9:00am - NOON Food Pantry at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, 165 Toussaint St. Oak Harbor 419-898-0852 (Open to any-

one in BCS school district). 10:00am- Women’s Bible Study; DanielMary Hall @ Chapel on the Lake 5:30pm Magruder Conference Center: Strength Training - Works all the major muscle groups. Bring a mat or towel. $3 per class 6:00pm 2nd Thurs of each month (Beginning 12/13) Support meeting for Chronic Pain Suffers & Loved ones @ Edgewood Manor Nursing Home, 1330 Fulton St., PC. 6:00pm-Trap and Skeet Shooting, Camp Perry Shooting Club. 6:00-7:00pm Quiet Strength/ Yoga-lates at the Vineyard on Catawba (Off West Catawba Rd.) Community Room. Welcome anytime. Questions can be directed to Certified Instructor: Toni Garrett 419732-0992 6:30pm- Bingo at Immaculate Conception School Auditorium. 7:00pm- American Legion Post #113 Meetings 1st of each month. 118 Monroe St. 7:00pm - Marblehead Village Council meeting 2nd Thurs of each month. 7:00pm -TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter 1531 @ the Senior Citizens Center. 7:00pm - 3rd Thurs. each month. Marblehead Lighthouse Historical Soc. Monthly mtg. 7:00pm- Stepping Out: A Journey Thru the Psalms of Ascent- Carolyn McDaniel @ Chapel on the Lake. FRIDAY: 7:30am Fremont Chapter of International Referral Network meets every Friday at Divinci’s Coffee House, 115 South Front St. Any business welcome. 9:30am-5pm - Annual Used Book Sale at Ida Rupp Public Library, 310 Madison St., Port Clinton. 2:00-5:00pm Care & Share Open, 924 Lake Street Gypsum. 8:00pm - Oak Harbor Conservation Club “ Friday Night Pistol”. SATURDAY: 8:00am-1:00pm Blood Drive at Catawba Island Hall, Community Rm, 3307 North West Catawba Rd. Appt. call Marcia Adams 419-734-6360. 8:00am- Men’s Breakfast-Chapel on the Lake @Big Boppers, Rte 163, Marblehead. 9:00am- Authentic Man Study: Every first and third Tuesday of the month @ Chapel on the Lake 9:30am-1pm - Annual Used Book Sale at Ida Rupp Public Library, 310 Madison St., Port Clinton.

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BeaconBits Gad-zooks! This recent weather has been nearly unbearable. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not sure there is any such real word or term as â&#x20AC;&#x153;gadzooksâ&#x20AC;?. But years ago I heard it often and it seems fitting, somehow, as an introduction to a description of the weather that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve experienced lately. People have had problems with frozen pipes or vehicles that wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t run or houses that are just too cold to be comfortable. One couple told me that they woke up on Friday morning with the furnace running full blast and with part of the house at a chilly 62 degrees. Two people who work in the county recorderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office could not get their vehicles started on separate mornings this past week. Another employee said the thermometer in her car registered a frigid 15 degrees below zero as she drove into town one morning. And when I called my sister in Clyde to ask if she wanted to go out to dinner Friday evening, she said it was just too cold. I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t argue with that. I made changes to anticipated activities, too. It was just too cold to go to the storage unit to bring home boxes for packing away Christmas ornaments. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a good idea to go alone to such an isolated place and take the chance of falling or getting hurt. Instead, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll enjoy the Christmas trees a little longer. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll get around to â&#x20AC;&#x153;un-decoratingâ&#x20AC;? the house another time. One good thing about the cold weather is that it provides great incentive to stay inside the house and get work done. On early Sunday morning I went to Elliston to lead a worship service. The roads were covered with ice and packed snow. More snow, a lot of it, was falling (â&#x20AC;&#x153;fallingâ&#x20AC;? isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a good word to describe it because the snow was actually blowing sideways). By the time I returned home around noon, the weather was much improved. The roads were fairly clear and the day seemed bright and cheerful. What a difference a few hours can make! _____ A wonderful phenomenon Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve noted in the past two weeks is this. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen THREE sun dogs (parhelia) in the sky. I believe I saw each of them in the late afternoon. I also heard a report of one being seen by folks in Gibsonburgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; that one seemed to be in the shape of a smile. So. What is a parhelion? Well, the word literally means â&#x20AC;&#x153;beside the sunâ&#x20AC;? and the manifestation is usually a small patch of light, often rainbow-colored, near the sun. The patch of light is â&#x20AC;&#x153;onâ&#x20AC;? a halo and sometimes two sun dogs are seen, both on the halo, appearing to be equidistant from the sun, on either side of it, and at about the same level. That describes the ones I have seen. Sun dogs are very beautiful and it is a real pleasure to spot

them. I looked up â&#x20AC;&#x153;sun dogâ&#x20AC;? on the internet and the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wikipediaâ&#x20AC;? describes it this way: â&#x20AC;&#x153;a â&#x20AC;&#x153;common bright circular spot on a solar haloâ&#x20AC;Ś It is an atmospheric optical phenomenon primarily associated with the reflection or refraction of sunlight by (the) small ice crystals making up cirrus or cirrostratus clouds. Often, two sun dogs can be seen (one on each side of the sun) simultaneously.â&#x20AC;? Sun dogs have been observed through recorded history and often historic or mythical events were associated with them. Sometimes the light is very bright and it may even look like one or two additional suns. That was spooky and inexplicable to early peoples so they wove tales to explain what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d seen. The way that the sunlight passes through the flat ice crystals affects the shape and color of a sun dog. Sometimes it has a â&#x20AC;&#x153;tailâ&#x20AC;? that stretches away from the sun. Pictures of those appear to be something like a comet. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never actually seen one with a tail and have only ever seen one or two sun dogs at a time. But there are historic accounts that report many more than two being seen simultaneously. The colors closest to the sun tend to be red on the inner edges and then the other rainbow type colors are nearby. The best way to describe the ones Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen is â&#x20AC;&#x153;a blotchy rainbowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Wikipedia says that sun dogs appear in the film, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Deer Hunterâ&#x20AC;? and reports it this way: â&#x20AC;&#x153;At the beginning of the film, as the men are leaving work, they see a sun dog. Robert DeNiroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s character explains it as an â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;old Indian thingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;A blessing on the hunter sent by the great wolf to his childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.â&#x20AC;? Wikipedia also reported that accounts of sun dogs appear in a novel, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mrs. Mikeâ&#x20AC;?. In it a Canadian Mountie explains sun dogs to his wife the first time she sees them. The husband claims he has seen as many as sixteen parhelia simultaneously and tell her that, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ten to one, when they appear, there will be a blizzard by the morningâ&#x20AC;?. If I remember correctly, the last time I observed a number of sun dogs in a single season it was summertime! Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not sure where the ice came from but maybe the clouds were very high in the atmosphere. Whatever the explanation, sun dogs surely are wonderful. If the weather stays this icy cold, we may have the opportunity to see more of them in the weeks ahead. _____ Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget that the Bay Township Volunteer Fire Department hosts its annual Monte Carlo Night this Saturday, January 24. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the low price of admission entitles you to a great meal and an evening of fun. Advance tickets are available from any fire fighter and some may also

be available at the door. Proceeds from the event will be used to benefit fire department equipment and services. The public is cordially invited to attend. BY VIRGINIA PARK _____ Last week in this column I mentioned a journal written in 1892 by Ira McRitchie and asked if anyone knew anything about â&#x20AC;&#x153;himâ&#x20AC;?. Lynn Jones called and said he had looked through the notes that his mother, Yuta Jones, kept on the history of Bay Township. He found that a girl child, Ira McRitchie, was three years old at the time of the 1880 census. She had five brothers and sisters. Does anyone know anything more about her? I believe that as an adult, she may have been a school teacher. _____ I had also mentioned a C F Billat who carved images out of walnut shells. Jeanne Letterhos called to tell me about him. He lived in a cottage in the Catawba Cliffs area and had an entire collection of these carvings. She knew him in the late 1950s when she lived in that neighborhood. Jeanne also said that Billat had written a book, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Art of Nut Craftâ&#x20AC;?, and believes that the Ida Rupp Library has a copy of it. She did not know what his profession was. She believes he is now deceased. Last, but certainly not least, how about sending a birthday card to Evelyn Finke? She celebrated her 90th birthday recently with a dinner and party with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren at the Island House Hotel. The family was especially glad to be able to meet in that beautiful place as it has been such a big part of Port Clinton history. Evelynâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grand-daughter Jennifer says the location was made extra special when the family realized that there was a picture of the Matthews Boat Company hanging right near Evelyn. Her husband, William Finke, had worked at the Matthews plant for many years. I remember Evelyn well from when she worked in the County Recorderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office. She had already retired when I went to work there in the early 80s but she came in to work intermittently if someone on the regular staff was absent. She was always a pleasant person to have in the office. The attorneys loved her, and she had a great memory about county real estate. While at her birthday dinner pianist Steve Muncey played a special version of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Happy Birthdayâ&#x20AC;? to the honoree. Cards will reach Evelyn Finke at 317 W Sixth Street, Port Clinton.

Judge Giesler, Recorder Park Teach New Officials Kathleen L. Giesler, Judge of the Ottawa County Probate and Juvenile Courts, and Virginia M. Park, Ottawa County Recorder, both recently assisted in teaching in separate two-day seminars in Columbus. Judge Giesler assisted in instructing 14 newly elected Probate and Juvenile Judges and Recorder Park assisted in teaching 16 newly elected Recorders in their official duties. Judge Giesler first participated in a panel discussion with two other judges (from Lorain and Hamilton Counties) to discuss the â&#x20AC;&#x153;nuts and boltsâ&#x20AC;? of being a Juvenile Court Judge. This session covered budgets, personnel supervision, docket management, relationships with community organizations and other administrative matters. Judge Giesler also personally taught a session on Abuse, Neglect

and Dependency of minor children. In the final session, she participated in simulated trials where each of the new judges was seated â&#x20AC;&#x153;on the benchâ&#x20AC;? in a courtroom to act out difficult situations. These sessions focused on ability and demeanor of the new judges in controlling the atmosphere of a courtroom. Virginia M. Park joined the Executive Committee of the Ohio Recorders Association (ORA) in serving as a teacher for a two-day New Recorderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Seminar. The teaching materials were compiled and written by Park, with revisions by four other Recorders who also helped to teach the seminar. Virginia Park taught two of the seven sessions. The first covered fees collected by county recorders and described how to interpret the laws covering charges for recordings, filings, copies of documents, facsimile transmissions and microfilm im-

ages. Park discussed how to handle these public monies and the procedures for paying them into county or state funds. She also discussed rules of ethical conduct for elected officials. Park taught a final session covering â&#x20AC;&#x153;Miscellaneousâ&#x20AC;? items, giving new recorders the opportunity to ask questions about areas of interest. Discussion covered continuing education certification for recorders, laws dealing with duties of recording and use of the state-wide ORA video in training personnel. Park also offered suggestions for public relations options for recorders, among other topics. This was the fourth time that Park has served on the faculty for the New Recorders Seminar.

Where and How to Purchase Ottawa County Dog Tags Jan. 31 is the final day to purchase Ottawa County dog tags. All dogs three months of age or older must be licensed. The cost of each tag is $16. Tags purchased after the deadline are $32 per tag. Tags can be purchased at the following locations: Ottawa County Dog Warden, 84000 W. SR 163, Oak Harbor; Port Clinton Bureau of Motor Vehicles, 220 Madison St., Port Clinton; Oak Harbor Bureau of Mo-

tor Vehicles, 106 N. Locust St., Oak Harbor; and Ottawa County Auditor, 315 Madison St., Port Clinton. Ottawa County Dog License applications are available on the Ottawa County Auditor Web site, www.ottawacountyauditor.org, under Forms. You can purchase a license by mail by printing the application form and mailing it to the Ottawa County Auditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office, 315 Madison St., Port Clinton, Ohio,

43452, along with a check for $16 per dog. A receipt and your tag will be returned to you in the mail. The application must be postmarked no later than Jan. 31 to avoid a penalty. For more information, call the Ottawa County Dog Warden at (419) 898-1368 or the Ottawa County Auditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office at (419) 734-6740 or 1-800-788-8803, ext. 6740.

Red Cross Assists with PC Duplex Fire Disaster volunteers from the Greater Toledo Area Chapter of the American Red Cross were called early January 14 to assist after a fire destroyed a duplex. Two families at 909 E. Second Street in Port Clinton were given food, shelter, clothing, winter coats and shoes. The upstairs unit had two adults and one child; the downstairs unit had two adults and three children.

All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. You can help the victims of disasters like this by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, which enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to victims of disaster. The American Red Cross honors

donor intent. If you wish to designate your donation to a specific disaster please do so at the time of your donation. Call 1-888-590-0098 or mail contributions to the Disaster Relief Fund at P. O. Box 595, Toledo, Ohio 43697. Internet users can make a secure online contribution by visiting www.redcrosstoledo.org.

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Entertainment Terra Announces Back-to-Back Music on Sunday Concerts Terra Community College is sponsoring Music on Sunday concerts on back-to-back weekends. The first, on January 25, will feature the Phoenix Project Wind Quintet while Dorian Hall will perform in the second on February 1. Both are free concerts and begin at 4 p.m. The Phoenix Project Wind Quintet will appear at Hayes Memorial United Methodist Church, 1441 Fangboner Road, and Dorian Hall will perform at Grace Lutheran Church, 705 W. State Street, both in Fremont. Though not an affiliate of the Firelands Symphony Orchestra, the Phoenix Project Wind Quintet is made up of principal and core musicians of the organization. The Quintet also forms the core of the wind section for the Chamber Arts Orchestra, an accompaniment body for the Terra Choral Society. The Phoenix Project freelances in the area for dinners, fund-raisers and other special events. It is the “Artists in Residence” ensemble of the Terra Community College Department of Music.

The Quintet is made up of Tamara Kagy (Norwalk), flute; Jesse Martin (Cleveland), oboe; Sheryl Cawrse (Huron), clarinet; Lisa Wasserman (Helena), bassoon; and Paul Birmingham (Sandusky), horn. Kagy and Wasserman are also adjunct instructors at Terra Community College and teachers of music through the Kern Center at Terra’s campus. Inquiries about The Phoenix Project Wind Quintet may be made to Kagy at 419-681-0057 or 419-668-1706. The Quintet will perform: I. Folk Dance The opening movement is an ironical parody of Aaron Copland’s more popular works. Though most of the tunes are original, a number of American folksongs are quoted, including “Old Dan Tucker,” “Camptown Races,” and, at the very end, “Simple Gifts.” II. Sea Chantey A quotation from Debussy’s “La Mer” opens and closes this nautical movement, but the tunes in between, though deliberately written in a sea chan-

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Schools Preschool Celebrates Chinese New Year “GUNG HAY FAT CHOY” Port Clinton Preschool students celebrated Chinese New Year, the Year of the Ox. They ate noodles with chop sticks, learned

words and how to write numbers in Chinese as well as other customs. They also built a dragon out of cardboard boxes and had their own parade with

“the dance of the dragon” with traditional music.

Port Clinton Preschool students under the Chinese DragChelsea Jensen is enjoying her noo- on they created with cardboard boxes, parading around Colton Yarbrough and Paeja Leow eating with chop sticks the classroom. at Port Clinton Preschool. dles and rice.

2009-10 Registration Announced Registration for the 2009-10 school year will soon begin at Port Clinton High School. Several events will assist students and their parents/guardians as they register for classes. The 2009-10 Course Registration Guides and Planners were distributed to current high school students during class meetings. Course registration begins January 26 for PCHS students in grades 9-11. Several meetings have been planned to assist current grade 8 student and parents prepare for their freshman year of high school. On Monday, February 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the PCHS Performing Arts Center there will be a Grade 8 Parent Information Meeting. At this time, PCHS staff will discuss course selection for the Freshmen Year and explain the four-year high school plan.

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Books Donated The Ottawa Soil and Water Conservation District recently donated five children’s books dealing with natural resources to the Oak Harbor Public Library. Board representatives Rich Thorbahn and Jerry Whipple presented the books to Director Pam Hoesman. The books were received during the “Back to School” Book Drive sponsored by the Ohio Federation of Soil and Water Conservation District this summer.

Grade 8 students will receive their PCHS Course Registration Guide during an information meeting on Thursday, February 5 at 8 a.m. in the Middle School Auditorium. They will register for their Freshmen year courses on Monday, February 9 beginning at 8 a.m. in the Middle School Media Center. Letters and information have been mailed home with report cards. Registration forms should be signed and returned to the PCMS Guidance office by March 6. The 2009-10 PCHS Registration Guide can also be accessed at the school district website at www. pccsd.net. Parents with questions may contact Rick Dominick, Grades 9 and 10 Guidance Counselor, at 734-2147.

PCHS Student Invited to Compete for Scholarship Kayla Castillo, a student at Port Clinton High School, participated in The University of Findlay’s Scholarship Competition Day on December 6. Castillo is the daughter of Shannon and Joel Castillo, S. Schau Rd. in Port Clinton. Castillo’s activities include marching band, National Honor Society, 4-H, Leadership Club and Junior Fair Board. She has also been named Student of the Month. Castillo was one of 174 students from around the country invited to com-

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Community Update Recorder Park Takes Office for Another Term Virginia M. Park, Ottawa County Recorder, assumed her sixth term of office on Jan. 5. Park was first elected in 1988 and took office in Jan. 1989. She has served as Recorder for 20 years and prior to that worked in the Recorderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office as a Deputy Recorder for more than three years. Common Pleas Court Judge Paul C. Moon administered Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Oath of Office for the coming term (2009-2013) on Jan. 2. This took place in the Recorderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office at the county courthouse.

Park administered their oaths to her four Deputy Recorders before they began work the morning of Jan. 5. They are Julie Hohman of Danbury Township, Diane Kashmer of Salem Township, Rebecca Kurtz of Bay Township and Julie McCord of Portage Township. Virginia Park is also a writer for this newspaper. Her column, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beacon Bits,â&#x20AC;? has appeared in the paper on a weekly basis since The Beacon was founded more than 25 years ago.

Taking their oaths as Deputies in the office of the Ottawa County Recorder on Jan. 5 were, from left to right: Rebecca Kurtz, Julie McCord, Diane Kashmer and Julie Hohman.

A comprehensive townshipwide traffic safety study was recently conducted which encompassed no passing zones, guardrails, roadside hazards and a complete sign inventory. We will be reviewing the study to determine what areas of correction are needed on township roads. We recently removed the storage lane at the intersection of N. Shore Blvd. and State Route 163. This lane was created as a test to determine if the congestion at this intersection could be alleviated. It was determined to be an unsuccessful venture. We have met with an ODOT representative to discuss alternative ideas for this intersection. ODOT will videotape the intersection for a full day and review the results with our board. Their representative also recommended squaring up the approach to SR 163 at the intersection on N. Shore through the use of pavement markers and striping. While it would remain one lane, the intent would be to improve visibility for vehicles exiting N. Shore. The board will review this option and determine if it is something to be pursued. ODOT indicated a traffic signal is still not warranted at this intersection. The Meadowbrook Marsh project is moving forward as planned. The new entrance sign was recently installed. We received a grant from Coastal Management for a primary paved trail and boardwalk. The engineering for these amenities has been completed and submitted to ODNR for review. Two new park benches and a handicapped accessible picnic table are now on the property. These items were obtained by a grant from the Ottawa County Community Foundation. Although we recently learned we did not receive a Recreational Trails Program grant from ODNR, we were able to resubmit our application for the 2009 round of funding. Grants from both Natureworks and Land and Water Conservation totaling $80,000 were also awarded. These two grants will be utilized for a three-acre land acquisition, shelter house and additional paved trails. The grant process for Meadowbrook is on-going, and we are committed to take

advantage of any opportunity for funding that presents itself. Some of the members of the Meadowbrook Citizens Committee met to finalize the layout of mulched footpaths throughout the park. These are currently being installed by our township maintenance department. If you brought limbs or branches to our brush drop-off area this year you may enjoy knowing the mulch from them is being used for these paths. This was not only cost-effective but also an ideal method of recycling. Zoning ended the year with 214 permits being written which is four permits less than last year. Comparisons of permits written include: 27 new dwellings vs. 29 in 2007; 58 additions vs. 61 in 2007; 6 condos vs. 2 in 2007; 36 accessory buildings (including docks and pools) in 2008 vs. 32 in 2007; 8 commercial buildings vs. 9 in 2007; and an equal number of variance requests, 17, both last year and this year. Police incidents totaled 4,328 compared to 3,897 during 2007. This increase is due to several factors including the addition of a seventh police officer in 2008 which provided additional manpower. Police incidents that increased notably from 2007 include assisting with Village of Marblehead police, fire and ambulance calls, assisting with Lakeside fire and ambulance calls, security checks, investigative follow up, calls within Lakeside, verbal traffic warnings, vandalism complaints and warrant service, civil disputes, juvenile complaints, animal complaints, alarm calls, public service citizen assistance, telephone harassment complaints, trespassing, property damage and an increase in senior citizen watch program participation. Lastly, while in attendance at the upcoming conference of the Ohio Township Association in February, I will have the privilege of presenting a program to trustees from across the state. It will encompass a detailed overview of projects and accomplishments here in Danbury. On behalf of our board, I wish you a healthy and successful year. We look forward to continuing to serve you. Please do not hesitate to contact any of us with questions or for assistance.

Focus On Danbury Township This is an article provided by Trustee Dianne Rozak to inform residents of township activity and business that comes before the Board of Danbury Trustees. Visit the website www. danburytownship.com for more information about Danbury Township. As a new year begins, Danbury Township is exploring a long-needed project. We are in the early stages of reviewing the potential of building a new administration complex. The township owns nine acres on State Route 269 South, also known as Bridge Road. This property is located immediately south of Bayside Comfort and is the current location for our brush collection. We have reviewed statements of qualifications from seventeen architectural firms who responded to our request for qualifications. Our plans are to eventually move all entities to this location. The maintenance garages, salt shed, shelter house and ball fields at our current property on Port Clinton Eastern Road will continue to be utilized. With increased need for resident services, a full-time police department, substantial amounts of maintenance equipment and vehicles, and the requirement for lengthy record retention this forward strategy will enable all township departments to continue to function efficiently. Given the current state of the economy we will carefully review all aspects of this plan to determine the best way and appropriate time to proceed. When it comes to fruition we will work with Ohio Capital Asset Financing so the construction can be accomplished without the need for additional tax dollars. Earlier this year we hosted two county-wide training programs and a zoning seminar. Our police department, along with police officers from across the county, attended a full-day motivational training program. Our maintenance department and several maintenance employees from other townships attended a snow and ice control seminar held at township hall. The Board of Zoning Appeals members participated in a roundtable session on conducting zoning hearings.

Ida Rupp Public Library Schedule of Events Below is the schedule of events for January and February at the Ida Rupp Public Library, 310 Madison St., Port Clinton. Call Youth Services Librarian Jennifer Buch at the library at (419) 732-3221 with questions or to register for an event. Babies and Books will be held on Jan. 28, and Feb. 4 and 11 at 10:30 a.m. in the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s area beach room. Join in for 20 minutes of stories, songs and finger plays intended for children ages six months to 23 months with a caregiver. Play and social time following for those who participate in the program. No registration required. Tales for Toddlers will be held on Jan. 26 and Feb. 2, 5, 9, 12, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m. in the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s area beach room. Join in for 30 minutes of stories, songs and finger plays intended for ages two and three with a

caregiver. No registration required. Family Fun Story Time will be held on Monday, Feb. 2 from 7-7:45 p.m. in the community room. The theme is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Down and Dirty.â&#x20AC;? No registration required. The Teen Advisory Board will meet Feb. 9 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Teens ages 13 and up may participate on the Teen Advisory Board to be a part of making the libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teen programs and services the very best they can be. No registration required. The library will hold an Only for Kids Book Discussion Group for a fun discussion of Edward Eagerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Half Magic on Feb. 16 from 3:30-5 p.m. in the community room. Program will involve discussion, activities and snacks; caregivers may use the library facilities and materials during the program. Registration begins Jan. 20; call (419) 732-3212 to register for this event.

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Floyd F. Taylor Floyd F. Taylor, 88, Sunfish Creek Rd., Clarington, OH, died Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at the Monroe County Care Center, Woodsfield, OH. The former Ottawa County resident and native of Carroll Township was employed at U.S. Gypsum Company. Visitation was held at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West, Woodsfield, OH on January 18 where funeral services were held on Monday, January 19 with Pastor Mark Deneen and Pastor Rodney West officiating. Burial followed in the Oaklawn Cemetery, Woodsfield, OH.

Eve Harris McConnell Eve Harris McConnell of Catawba Island died Thursday evening, January 15, 2009 at the Jane Baker House at Otterbein North Shore. Visitation was Sunday at the Neidecker, LeVeck & Crosser Funeral Home, Port Clinton where funeral services were held on Monday. The Rev. Timothy Kuenzli of-

Ellen Jane Chio Ellen Jane Chio, 89, formerly of Tiffin Street in Port Clinton, OH passed away peacefully Saturday, January 17, 2009 at Elmwood Assisted Living, Fremont, OH. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, January 21, 2009 at the Robinson-Walker Funeral Home & Crematory, Oak Harbor. Visitation was January 20 from 2-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment was in Elliston Cemetery, Graytown, OH.

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A son was born to Johnette and James Head, Port Clinton, Marvin Dale Perry, 69, Oak Harbor, retired; to on Dec. 31, 2009 at Firelands Regional Medical Center, San- Nancy Lee Johnson, 72, Wyoming, Mich., retired. dusky. Thomas G. Simpson, 62, Wyandotte, Mich., Pipe Fitter; _____ to Linda J. Simpson, 59, Wyandotte, Mich., Phy. Coder. Frank J. Gacsal, 45, Elmore, Boiler OperaA son was born to Dolores and Matthew Scroggy, Sandusky, tor; to Jacqueline S. Smalley, 47, Elmore, Waitress. on Jan. 1, 2009 at Firelands Regional Medical Center, San- John C. Meek, 32, Genoa, Commercial Printdusky. _____

er; to Jamie Marie Richmond, 27, Genoa, STNA. Benjamin Ray Roode, 26, Leesburg, Fla., Journalist; to Charlotte Amalie Abney, 26, Leesburg, Fla., Teacher. Brian K. Lay, 28, Genoa, Sandblaster; to Mandy M. Martin, 30, Genoa, Ophthalmic Technician. Robert William Monak, 35, Oak Harbor, Ironworker; to Tiffany Rae Good, 27, Oak Harbor, Homemaker.

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A daughter was born to Kathryn S. and Shaun McKitrick, Sandusky, on Jan. 13, 2009 at Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky. Erin McDougall, daughter of David and Claudia McDougall _____ of Port Clinton; and Matthew Leite, son of Randy and Theresa Leite of Lima, have recently announced their engagement. A daughter was born to Kelli and Carl Collins, Huron, on Erin is a graduate of Port Clinton High School and CapiJan. 15, 2009 at Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky. tal University. She currently works as a Service and _____ Support Administrator at the Huron County Board of A daughter was born to Brittany Budnik and Adam Zibert, Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities. Port Clinton, at Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky. Matthew is a graduate of Lima Central Catholic High School and Bowling Green State University. He currently works as an Emergency Medical Technician. Their wedding is scheduled for June 13, 2009 at St. John Lutheran Church in Port Clinton. Their reception will be held at the Camp Perry Lodging and Conference Center.

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Denise Doughty of Norwalk, OH has been selected CAREGiver of the Year by the Home Instead Senior Care franchise office in Port Clinton. She is being recognized for commitment and service to the older adults who are local clients of Home Instead Senior Care, the world’s largest provider of non-medical home care and companionship services for seniors. “CAREGivers like Denise Doughty are the core of our business,” said Ceinwen Price. “Without dedicated CAREGivers, we wouldn’t be able to provide the superior quality of service to seniors that set our company apart from others. CAREGivers are the foundation of Home Instead Senior Care and provide the support that helps older adults remain in their homes longer than they otherwise could.” Doughty was nominated by her clients and office staff because of her ability to help improve the quality of life for her clients. Home Instead Senior Care provides more than 60 different services including companionship, meal preparation, light housework, medication reminders, incidental transportation, running errands and shopping. CAREGivers are screened,

Ceinwen Price, owner and Denise Doughty. bonded and insured, and have successfully completed criminal background checks. The company has more than 60,000 CAREGivers in more than 800 offices in the United States and 14 additional countries. “Trying to balance the demands of child-rearing and careers with taking care of their senior loved ones can take its toll on a family,” Price said. “Home Instead CAREGivers can serve as respites to families and help seniors remain independent for as long as possible.” The Home Instead Senior Care office is located at 205 SE Catawba Rd. in Port Clinton. If you would like more information about job opportunities or company services, call 419-7345050 or visit the organization’s Web site at homeinstead.com.

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Digital Mammography Now Available Firelands Regional Medical Center’s Health & Wellness Center is now offering the area’s only full field Digital Mammography, the latest diagnostic imaging technology available in the region. Digital Mammography: • Allows the radiologist to magnify, adjust contrast, rotate or pinpoint areas of concern on the digital image for clearer readings • Provides incredibly sharp images immediately available to the radiologist • Reduces the need for repeat exams due to under or over developed films • Shortens the procedure time for the patient • Better visualization of the breast tissue, particularly for younger women or women using hormone replacement therapy, who may have dense breasts. Firelands is proud to bring to the area the highest quality of care for prevention and early detection of breast cancer. To schedule an appointment for Digital Mammography, please call 419-557-5239. Firelands Regional Medical Center is a 401-bed, full service, not-for-profit hospital. Serving the five-county region, Firelands provides comprehensive diagnostic, medical, surgical, emergency and rehabilitation services for people of all ages. For more information about Firelands Regional Medical Center visit www.firelands.com.

Sports Medicine Seminar Offered Firelands Regional Medical Center will be hosting a Sports Medicine Seminar on Monday, February 9th from 5 – 9 p.m. in the Mylander Conference Center at Firelands Regional Medical Center’s Main Campus, 1111 Hayes Avenue, Sandusky. The 2008 Sports Medicine Seminar is approved by the Ohio Department of Education for certification in Pupil Activity Supervisor Permit for coaches/advisors who are involved in supervising participants in scholastic athletic programs and other organized programs. Pre-registration is necessary as seating is limited. Please call Bill Gosser, Lead Athletic Trainer at 419-557-7329, or 1-800-3421177 ext. 7329 to register. The registration fee (payable at the seminar) is $20.00 per participant. Cash and/or personal checks will be accepted. Checks may be made out to Firelands Regional Medical Center. Receipts will be issued to participants who seek reimbursement from their respective institutions. Refreshments will be available. Registration begins at 4:30 pm.

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State of the Village of Marblehead Continued from last week. The Marblehead Fire Department continues to provide superior service to our community and surrounding area under the strong leadership of Chief Doug Waugh. In 2008, the department had a total of 26 active members. This membership included 2 Paramedics, 1 Intermediate EMT and 12 Basic EMTs. The department currently has 1 member, Blake Molnar, enrolled in Paramedic School with a graduation date in 2010. As of December 18, 2008 the department breakdown included 79 fire responses, 349 EMS responses, 29 combined EMS/fire responses, 39 mutual aid responses received, and 37 mutual aid responses given. Through fund raising efforts of the Department Association a 1994 Braun Ambulance was purchased and put into service for the community. Additionally, an Air Compressor and Cascade System were obtained to assist in filling self contained breathing apparatus units. Goals for 2009 include the purchase/replacement of Turn Out Gear, Fire Hoses and Air Tanks. 2008 also marked a special anniversary for the department’s most senior member. Honorary Fireman, Michael J. Pepon celebrated his 50th Anniversary with the department. In his honorary status, Michael Pepon continues to serve through participation in department meetings, fund raisers, and special events. I acknowledge and commend Michael Pepon for his years of service to the Village of Marblehead. The Police Department continues to serve out community under the professional leadership of Chief Greg Fultz. Currently the Police Staffing consists of 3 Full Time Officers, 1 Reserve Officer, and our K-9 Dog Alex. The goal is to bring our department up to full staffing with the hiring of an additional officer by February 2009. At times when have been short or in need of mutual aid, the Danbury Township Police Department has consistently been available to provide back up. On behalf of the Village of Marblehead, I thank Danbury Township Chief Meisler, his staff and the Danbury Township Trustees for this unconditional service. In 2008, the Police Department responded to 1001 calls for service. This is a decrease of 255 calls from 2007. A total breakdown includes: 410 traffic stops, 187 traffic citations issued, 223 traffic warnings issued, 158 criminal charges issued, 127 drug charges issued and 44 mutual aid assistance to Danbury Township Police. Additionally, the department participated in various K-9 School searches and community demonstrations in Ottawa and Erie Counties. This year, the Police Department hosted the Village Easter Egg Hunt, Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony, the Village Christmas Tree Lighting, and their 3rd Annual Reverse Raffle. Improvements in the department included the purchase of a 2008 New Police Cruiser, In-Car Video Camera Systems, LED Light Bars, 1 new Radar Unit and new Decals for the current cruisers. Goals for 2009 include the purchase of another Police Cruiser, replacement of Bullet Proof Vest and Police Tasers. It is noted the department had zero injuries in 2008. I thank Chief Fultz and his staff for their unselfish dedication to the Village of Marblehead. The area of Streets and Maintenance continues to provide quality service under the guidance of Street Commissioner Bryan Lucas. Street Commissioner Lucas is the only full time employee in this area. With the much needed assistance of 2 part time employees, Street Commissioner Lucas and his crew are responsible for road repairs, cemetery and park maintenance, tree trimming, snow plowing, leaf removal, equipment repairs and the list goes on. Additionally, under the guidance of Councilwoman Angie Kukay, Street Commissioner Lucas has been the Village Representative to the Ottawa County Monthly Safety Meetings. This participation not only provides shared safety education for all village employees, but also makes the village eligible for a Bureau of Workmen’s Compensation Discount. In this area, Councilwoman Kukay is also tracking monthly Safety In Servicing for all village employees. In regards to Maintenance, Streets and Parks, Councilman John McDonald has worked closely with the department to oversee some 2008 improvements. Our employees repaired 4 Storm Sewers, reset and straightened approximately 100 tomb stones in Clemons Cemetery, trimmed trees throughout the village, prepared the Public Baseball Fields for 50 plus games, prepared the village for the Lakeside Daisy and Perch Festival, completed road repairs, outfitted two Police Cruisers for use and installed K-9 Vehicle Equipment at a major savings to the village. Street Commissioner Lucas has also worked closely with Councilman Starcher in the restoration project at Radar Park. The engineering study has been completed, and we are going to be in the process of requesting proposals from contractors for the completion of the building renovation. This is being done partly to give us a safe and secure place for the storage of village records, as well as village park and recreational equipment. It will also enhance the appearance of this structure which sits in a public park for our community and is directly at the entrance to the village. Other goals for 2009 continue with the repairing of Stone Street and Storm Sewer repairs. The Street Commissioner and Maintenance Department have a never ending list of jobs and frequently are under fire with limited funding. The Administration recognizes their efforts and thanks them for their dedication for a job well done. Bob Hruska continues as the Marblehead Zoning Inspector and the Marblehead Representative to the Regional Planning Commission. This year, Zoning Inspector Hruska will serve as the Commission President. This is a first for the Village of Marblehead. Mr. Hruska also serves as the Secretary to the Village Planning Commission. The Village Planning Commission includes three citizen volunteer members who are Chairman Hal Clagg, Vice Chairman Steve Watts and Richard Zembela. Other commission members include Councilwoman Danis Putzbach and the Mayor. This group has the difficult task of enforcing our Zoning Regulations and I thank them for their time and dedication to the Village. In 2008, Zoning Permits were issued for 10 houses, 8 additions to houses, 4 accessory buildings, 4 fences, 2 signs, 2 flood plain revisions and 3 Waterfront Developments. Over the last few years with the growth and development of the area, it has become more evident of a need to establish a set hour position for the Zoning Inspector. Based on this need, the Finance Committee reviewed the request and was able to establish this position in our budget on a part time status. This position will not only be that of Zoning Inspector, but will also include the role of Records Commission as regulated by law. It is also noted in this area that Councilwoman Danis Putzbach has begun work with the task as Village Representative for the 2010 Federal Census. With the assistance of our Zoning Inspector, Water Department and BPA members, information has already been submitted and will continue to be submitted as required by our government. This project is of great importance fiscally to the village. I thank Councilwoman Putzbach for overseeing this project. In the area of Finance, Fiscal Officer Kim Watts is the Key Leader for the Village Administration and the Board of Public Affairs. Mrs. Watts participated in our regular State Audit for the year ended December 31, 2006 and 2007. This itself was a laborious task. Though this was her second audit, it was her first audit with her own records since her employment with the village. However, Mrs. Watts displayed her professionalism and knowledge in her role and the few areas of noncompliance were quickly corrected with no findings of recovery by the state. The audit process continues to be a learning experience for the Village Administration, but with Mrs. Watts’s financial expertise, the village remains compliant with state regulations. Additionally, with the Administration being in part time status, and most with full time jobs, Mrs. Watts remains the center point of the village. She truly remains the heartbeat of the village and a major asset to the Administration. Her efforts are acknowledged and appreciated by all for a job well done. We additionally acknowledge and thank her Part Time Assistant Hillary Newman for her commitment to the village. The dedication of both of these women is 100%. Mrs. Watts also plays a major role with the Finance Committee under the direction of Councilwoman Mary Glovinsky and the Safety Committee under the direction of Councilwoman Angie Kukay. In 2008 those noted were able to work with our Insurance Agent to reduce the cost of Village Health Insurance by over 30%. These savings were then used to increase wages as we continue to work towards bringing employee compensation in line with other villages in Ohio. The goal remains ongoing in efforts for fair compensation and employee retention. With that, the budget and appropriation process

also included department heads to review expenditures and budget requests. This team effort by all provides a better knowledge and understanding of what we have and how we are able to best use our funding. The efforts of all are commendable. 2008 brought about our 5th Annual Lakeside Daisy Festival under the direction of Councilwoman Reba Bishoff. This year, the festival was bigger and better than ever with the assistance of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, La Farge North America, The Marblehead Bank, Many Village businesses and a group of dedicated volunteers. This group, “Daisy Day Incorporated” remains a nonprofit organization with the mission of beautification and renovation of James Park with all proceeds going to the Park Improvement Fund. The current goal with the village is the renovation of the James Park Restrooms. In working together, the village has applied for a Nature Works Grant to defray cost. Hopefully, by joint effort the goal of the renovation will be met. At our December Meeting, with much sadness, the village accepted the resignation from Council by Reba Bishoff. Mrs. Bishoff accepted employment where she is unable to hold an elected position. Mrs. Bishoff was a key team member and this is a major loss for our Administration. However in community spirit, Mrs. Bishoff has agreed to volunteer her efforts with The Daisy Festival. We thank Mrs. Bishoff for her years of service to the village and wish her all the best in her future endeavors. From a Legal Standpoint, the village continues to contract with the Law Firm of Kocher & Gillium. Our Solicitor James Barney continues to offer sound legal advice and provides excellent representation on behalf of the Village of Marblehead. Solicitor Barney continues to prepare our legalization and is an excellent source of legal direction. Mr. Barney has a true interest in the village and is a major asset to our Administration. I thank Mr. Barney and his firm for their excellent service and legal representation. As in 2008, The Administration will continue to build on past efforts. We will focus on ongoing infrastructure improvements. We will focus on employee compensation and retention. We will focus on meeting the needs of the village with our continued growth. This Administration vows to evaluate each situation and act in the most viable means for the health, safety, and welfare of its employees, residents, and visitors. The goal established with our fore-fathers in 1891 continues in 2009 as we seek to retain the Village of Marblehead as a prominent commonwealth of opportunity for all. May the year 2009 be prosperous in meeting our goals for our current residents and future generations. May God Bless the Village of Marblehead, Township of Danbury, County of Ottawa, State of Ohio, and the United States of America, now and always.

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BY JOHN SCHAFFN ER store that located there BY JOHN SCHAFFN A partnership of square footage under in 1978. The total is still up in ER the air, but initial roof purchased by has purchased the Catawba Developers the group, including plans are Last week, when north end of the plaza The Sutton Center, to expand the Sutton Center’s offi I spoke that currently houstotals over 35,000 about the great dining ce space, plus create additional square feet. opes the John Fritz portunities in vate offices, storage office space for pridowntown and possibly for some City/County GovPort Clinton, I forgot to retail related business. ernment Complex mention A La Carte Café Snyder says that at on Port Clinton’s the south end of the downtown group would like far east end. That at the Madison Street viaalso market the to announcem duct. Breakfast or ent was out lot located along East made Tuesday by the guarantee you will lunch, I Harbor Rd. (State father and son team money’s worth. But,get your just in Route 163) between of Bob and Brian case you’d like to do better, the First Federal SavSnyder, who own we have a coupon for ings building on That ought to help them this week on page 4A. Catawba Mini Storthe some. west and the buildage. They have part––––––––– ing owned by Norm nered with several We actually forgot Thayer that formerly week. Sorry about to hide Wylie Walleye last other local investors that. We have had housed The Sand sonnel changes here some per- to purchase the 4.5 Box Gift Store on the east. decided not to hide for the winter, so we have acre parcel of land along with the propPHOTO BY CHRIS Presently, plans call continuing our “Win Wylie until April. We are erty that includes what is According to Bob MCBAIN-BERRY now The Sutton an Snyder, plans call it on the Web” Contest. Center. for a complete renofor vation of the This week, we had expansion of the 116 The 25,000 square understand that there Sutton Center. “We store and Theexterior of the former Pharm Evelyn Benton who entries and our winner is foot Sutton Center to card from Friendshipclicked her way to a $20 gas used to house The Pharm building that agencies in the Suttonare a number of the ment the Governmen complediscount store, seeking Center that were t complex to the our next winner, just Food Stores. You might be has been empty for nearly south. For leasing additional offi information, contact net and click on the log on to www.thebeacon. the original location of a year. It was lieve we will be able ce space, and we be- Brian Snyder to at Snyder Group of a Food Town says “Win it on the Web” accommodate that,” Compaicon. Snyder. The final use nies at 419-797-63 ––––––––– 03. of the building As part of a National Jeff Dornbusch Day of Communit vice held on Martin Selected as Treasu Luther King Day this y Serrer of Port Clinton day, January 19, United MonCity School Distric sponsoring a special Way in Ottawa County is t perishable food itemsfood collection drive. Nonmay be dropped Sutton Center in The Port Clinton Port Clinton or at off at the Center in Ottawa County. any Senior Board of Education City School District excellence.” as its new treasurer hired Jeff Dornbusch dent of the stated David Belden, Presi––––––––– Board of Education. at the Tuesday, January 13 board In spite of the horrible “His extensive experiences weather on Saturday, lected meeting. Mr. Dornbusch was se, both from business they had a very good turnout for the Catawba fied from a field of several highly quali- and educational settings, will help Island Bloodmobi applicants based upon bring innovation le. his experience Treasurer.” and efficiency to the office woman Linda Snyder,In fact, according to chair- and knowledge of of school Belden continued, they were able to their quota for the “We have exceed a Masters in Educationa finance. He has been blessed to event. have l Administration outstanding contriand undergraduate butions from Jack ––––––––– degree in Business Coffman as our Acting Marketing from Bowling Archie Griffin is coming & Green State Uni- Treasurer for the past two months, and to Oak Harbor! It another coup by the transition of duties is versity. Mr. Dornbusch the had previously to Jeff will begin takni group. He will be Ottawa County OSU Alum- been the controller for Bassett’s IGA, Gor- ing place next week.” 19 at Oak Harbor here on Thursday, February don Lumber Company Patrick Adkins, High Superintendent pearance of the only School to speak. The ap- the Treasurer of Benton and is currently Schools stated, of “Jeff Carroll Salem Lowinner will benefit two-time Heisman Trophy cal School District. treasurer not only is a very well respected both in our area but across well as the Benton-Car the local Alumni Club as “The Port Clinton Board of Education the State of Ohio. We are very roll-Salem School dation. Tickets are fortunate Foun- is very excited to find $25 a treasurer of Jeff ’s to have a person of Jeff ’s caliber as and $50 for the dinner for the dinner and speech stature after a thorough part of our team, and I look and autograph search process. forward to working you only want to with him.” hear him speak, thatsession. If We found strong mutual interests “I feel very fortunate in the only $5. For ticket pursuit of educational ticket is Dornbusch to have the opportuinformation call Louis will replace Dr. Paul and operational schroeder at 419-898-54 DamLock- nity to work for yet wood who recently 40. retired from the district. district in Ottawa another great school County” said Dorn––––––––– busch. The Oak House 2009 Bowl-A-Thon will at Harbor Lanes on February 8 from 1-4 be held BY MAYOR JACQUE more information p.m. For LINE A. BIRD bowler, contributor on participating either as a or sponsor, call Lisa our previous year. 419-734-4417. According However with our Byers at The year current connection 2009 celebrates to the flyer sent out applications for tap Director Lisa Byers, by versary of the incorporati the 118th Anni- Marbleheads, the number could rise to 651 taps. The Water Departmen on of the Village of is Striking!!!” (Get “The Difference You’ll Make Marblehead. t has plenty of capacity Village of it???) additional growth. to take on On January 2, 1891 ––––––––– to be sound, in spite Financially, the Water Department continues State Representative of the many challenges hard work, dedicationour fore-fathers, through Water Revenue Jeff Wagner of Sycamore, placed before it. The who represents a of incorporation with and belief met their goal and continues Fund is operating within its couple projected budgets Southern-most Townships, of Ottawa County’s municipality. By Aprilthe establishment of our Next spring to support itself in compliance will be the speaker with state laws. the next 4th Thursday at tration was formed of 1891, the Adminis- clarifying we will begin construction on a Republican Lunch new solids contact tank that will work with: Mayor—W at the Port Clinton Griesser, Pres. Pro Elk’s Lodge on BuckeyeBunch Tem—Tim Larkins, inslow fier to assure our production in tandem with the existing clariNo reservations necessary… Blvd. cilmen—Henry Pokey, Coun- This project capacity of 400 gallons just show up! For ey, William Schmidt John is per minute. being further information Burns, Jerry Tracdone due to a requiremen and Dan Griesser. , contact Joyce Murphy EPA that 419-734-3459. at Eberwine and Legal Advisor—SolomonVillage Clerk was George dancy all systems have sufficient component t from the Ohio in the event of equipment s to assure redunOne of the first plans Slauss. of action was to develop failures. Previous ––––––––– been ments and build a projects have Village Depart- lationcompleted along these same requiremen Village jail which of new feed pumps. ts, including instalopened Thus the dream for the village began and December 7, 1891. Along with the new I hope many of you 118 years later. continues to this day, chemical feed system clarifier, we will also be constructin remember my niece, Though the names g a new that incorporates have changed over redundanci the required Alison Wilford. Well, mains consistent with our fore-fathers the years, the goal re- age and es, a new block building for activated equipment she's now Alison carbon storEn- commonwealth as an enduring place to sustain our prominent to meet feed system, and other equipment right…and on Mon- current and future upgrades state standards and to dwell, work, and all Ohio EPA requiremen necessary day, she gave birth the soul of each generations. This mission is deeply visit for upgrades are all a result ts. These of EPA requiremen seeded in elected official, employee, to her second child, and visitor to volunteers, resident to not only comply with all requiremen ts and are being done the municipality. we ts, will Though but Mason Christophe be to mains able to continue delivering also assure funding and at a minimum, a quality product that 7lbs. 4 oz. Motherr Village of Marblehead and growth and cost continue staffing re- customers. to our to rise, the held steadfast in 2008. President Pro Tem and baby are doing Our sole Utility remains John Starcher continues the Village aison to the just fine. to Water Plant is in excellent condition Water Department. The Councilma BPA and Water Department. As be the Village Lisince top quality water to and n residents and visitors. continues to provide beyond” his Starcher continues to serve the village first elected, This is the result of role in all areas including “above –––––––– acting mayor. various committees and elected Board of Publicthe on going efforts of our employees The Ballet School and and Public Affairs, Because of his efforts, along with Affairs. our Board Water ballet class for 3 andis starting a new Pre-School consists of President Robert Our current Board Membershi 4 year olds. Classes Boytim, George Danchisen, p Utility offered by the Superintendent and employees, our of Tom Bird. Bob Biers held on Saturday village remains strong sole continues to lead mornings from 10:30 will be Plant and sound for future the department as and generations. All are applauded Superintendent. All a.m. Space if very – 11:00 Water for their efforts. calling Mary Ann limited so register today by partment maintain ongoingcertified employees of the Water DeSnider at 419-635-61 Continuing Continued next week. by the Ohio EPA to 06. maintain their Water Education as required itself has an EPA fi Certification. The lter rating of 400 gallons plant per minute per square foot area; this gives the plant a capacity gallons per minute or 552,960 gallons of 384 The average daily production per day. for the year was 127,113 gallons, which Sound Off ................ is 22.9% of our daily .....2A Real Estate rated capacity. The ................1-6B Beacon Bits ................ tion was 3,866,343 average monthly producgallons, which is 23.3%of ..4A Sports ...........................2B the monthly rated R Records .........................4A Business ................ production day thiscapacity. The maximum year was July 4th .......3B 320,500 gallons, which with E Entertain is 57.9% of the daily ment ..............5A Financial Focus ............3B rated capacity. Accordingly , the maximum production Commun S Schools ity Calendar ..4B month .........................6A gallons produced, was July with 6,930,100 Joy Riedl, Classifieds ................ which is 41.7% Marketing Director monthly rated capacity. of our fires a C Commun ....5B at Otterbein North ity Updates ...7A shot down range Shore, Currently, there are Yellow Page Dr. ............5B during the PC Area of Commerce’s Chamber Business water system. This 614 active taps on the Civilian is an increase of 14 Marksmanship After Hours sponsored by the Program at Camp from indoor fi Various V ring range PHOTO Perry’s new BY BARBARA

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Memorial Health Care System Announces Renovation Project Memorial Health Care System has celebrated a number of successes over its 90-year legacy. In continuing to build on that legacy of service and caring, Memorial Health Care System has initiated the renovation of Memorial Hospital’s Main Lobby. In addition to upgrading the look of the Lobby, the project will significantly improve patient flow and comfort. “Our top priority is to improve customer service and ensure that our guests have a positive, enjoyable experience,” said John C. Yanes, Chief Executive Officer of Memorial Health Care System. “I am fully aware that our guest’s experience begins when they walk through our front doors. Our guests have to feel welcome.” The renovation will include updating the lighting, flooring, furniture, and wall paint. In addition, a water feature will be

visitors. “This has been a fantastic team effort. We’re very pleased with the employees that have made this project possible as well as the Foundation, Auxiliary and private donors in the community.” added Mr. Yanes. The renovation project is scheduled to be complete in March. For timely updates on its progress, please visit Memorial Health Care System web site at www.memorialhcs.org. If you would like to participate in the project by making a donation, please contact Chasity O’Neill, Foundation Development Director, at 419-334-6667. For additional information on the renovation, please call Joe Buti, Director of Materials Management and Engineering, at 419-334-6633.

Joe Buti and Sue Biehler with floorplan. added in memory of a local family as well as a fireplace in the Weitzel Kern Surgery Center Lobby. “To date, the Memorial Hospital Foundation and the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary have raised nearly three fourths of the entire cost of the project,” said Mr. Yanes. According to Joe Buti, Director of Materials Management and Engineering, the price tag for the entire renovation is $200,000, and includes approximately 8,300 square feet. As a result of the renovation, individuals entering the Hospital will be redirected to a temporary registration area. Memorial Health Care System volunteers and facility hosts will The renovation will include a fireplace in the Weitbe available near the main entrance to assist patients and zel Kern Surgery Center Lobby.

New chairs that will be in the renovated lobby.

Women’s Health Review Scheduled The Auxiliary of Memorial Health Care System will present a Women’s Health Review program, titled “Taking Care of You.” The program will be held on Wednesday, February 11 at Hayes Presidential Center Auditorium at 11:30 a.m. The event will feature Board Certified Family Medicine physician, Heather A. Haynes, M.D. Dr. Haynes is a Fremont Ross graduate and hometown girl who has returned to the area to provide medical care in the community that she loves. She received her medical degree at Wright State

University, and then went on to complete her Family Medicine Residency at Latrobe Area Hospital, Excela Health. Dr. Haynes specializes in Family Medicine with special interest in women’s health and pediatrics. Lunch will be catered by “Our Towns Brewin”, and will be served at Noon. Reservations are required. For more information or to register, call Anne Overmyer at 419-332-0124 or email your reservation to rovermyer@woh.rr.com. Reservations are due no later than Friday, January 30. Checks

should be made out to The Auxiliary and mailed to Anne Overmyer at 1053 Hazel Street, Fremont, OH. Include your name and attending guest’s name on the check. Individuals attending the event will receive a “special purse”. The “Women’s Health Review” is being sponsored by David T. DeFrance, M.D. Dr. Haynes is on the active medical staff of Memorial Health Care System and serves as the Chair of the Medical Department. For more information on programs and services offered by Memorial Health Care System, visit the website at www.memorialhcs.org.

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Open Gym/ Open Swim at Port Clinton High School Open Gym/Open Swim began Sunday, Jan. 11 at Port Clinton High School from 1-4 p.m. Cost is $3 per person or $7 per family. The gym and pool are open and certified lifeguards are on hand. Children under 10 must have adult supervision. Direct any questions to City Hall at (419)734-5522.

Red Cross Honors Blood Donors Every January since 1970, the American Red Cross has joined blood collection organizations across the United States to honor blood donors during National Blood Donor Month. Nearly all blood transfused to hospital patients in the U.S. comes from volunteer donors. About 8 million people volunteered to give blood last year, four million through the Red Cross. “Blood donors are very special people,” says Kathy Smith, Director of Donor Services for the Western Lake Erie Region of the American Red Cross. “They’re people who give of themselves, without any thought of reward other than to help someone else in their time of need.” January is typically a difficult month for blood collections since winter weather and the demands of the New Year can make it hard for donors to get out and give. “But the need for blood is constant,” Smith says. “Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood.” This year alone, as many as five million patients will require blood transfusions for medical treatments related to accidents, surgery or serious diseases like cancer or leukemia. About 38,000 units of blood are needed on any given day, amounting to up to 15 million units annually. To donate blood, simply call 1-800-GIVELIFE (1-800-448-3543). If you are at least 17 years of age, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds and are in good general health, you may be eligible to donate blood. All donors need to present positive identification.

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Meet People, Have Fun and Learn! At The Kern Center at Terra Community College. Terra Community College’s Kern Center designs and delivers high-quality education and training programs to thousands of individuals, businesses and corporations each year. Our goal is to bring you lifelong learning experiences. This Winter we are pleased to offer more than 200 sections of seminars, workshops and courses to meet your needs. We offer courses at our main campus in Fremont (Fre) and at the Ottawa County Community Resource Centre (OC) near Oak Harbor. We also have two STNA courses offered at Sentinel Career Center (Sen) in Tiffin. In addition there are over 300 online classes, community education courses, ElderCollege and KidsCollege. The Kern Center can help you and your organization meet and exceed your goals!

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How to Mail Merge with Word & Excel How to Buy on eBay How to Buy on eBay How to Take Photos for eBay How to Take Photos for eBay

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For a complete listing of learning opportunities, visit us at www.terra.edu/learning

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$39

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XP Pro A+ Certification– IT Technician Security +

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Leading from the Heart G91327 Emotional Intelligence G91328 Board of Contention G91329 Magic of the Mouse G91330 Magic of the Mouse G92026 Team Building G91331 Performance Coaching G91332 Dealing with Different G91333 Work Styles Myers-Briggs G91308 Basic Grant Writing G91334 Advanced Grant Writing G91335 Conversational Japanese G91337 Intro to American G91338 Sign Language Metrology G91340 High/Low Pressure Boiler G91341 Blueprint Reading G91342 Troubleshooting - PLC's G91343 Troubleshooting - PLC's G91344 Troubleshooting - Hydraulics G91345 Troubleshooting - Hydraulics G91346 Troubleshooting - Pneumatics G91347 Troubleshooting - Pneumatics G91348 Photovoltaic Training G91351 Lift Truck G91349 Lift Truck G91350 OSHA 10 Hour G91352 Construction Safety

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NEW Conversational Japanese This is a very practical course for beginning conversational Japanese learners. This course also includes education in accepted workplace behaviors and Japanese culture. There is an optional textbook that is available for purchase at the Terra College Store. You will learn basic language skills, accepted cultural practices (formal and informal) and tips to help prepare you for travel and the workplace. Instructor: Yumi Senour G91331 9-Feb 25 Hrs 10 Sessions R 6:30 PM–9:00 PM $239 Fre Unleash Your Energy with EQ (Emotional Intelligence) These are challenging times! The economic crisis is affecting all of us- at work and at and home. Did you know that Emotional Intelligence holds the key to resilience and high performance, even in the toughest of times? Emotional Intelligence is a unique set of skills that help us deal with the demands and pressures of life. Never before have they been so crucial to our success! Come learn how the skills and abilities of emotional intelligence can help you, your team, and your organization survive and even thrive through these challenging times. This power-packed session explores ways to unleash your energy to boost your performance and achieve the things you want. Lunch is included. Instructor: Sara Best, Best People Solutions G91328 20-Feb 6.5 Hrs 1 Session F 9:00 AM–4:00 PM $89 Fre Metrology Study the principles and methods of precision measurement, testing, and inspection. The course will emphasize the use of micrometers, vernier calipers, gauges, indicators, and surface finish instruments. This is a hands-on course. Designed for machinists and tool makers. Instructor: Kevin Walker G91340 26-Jan 40 Hrs 16 Sessions MW 6:00 PM–8:30 PM $459 Fre

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Terra Looking to Reconnect with Four Decades of Alumni Where in the world are Terra alums, what are they doing and what’s going on at Terra these days? Well, the college will soon be publishing a quarterly alumni newsletter with updates on grads, campus programs and events. Earlier this year, Terra Community College and its Foundation office sent more than 6,000 update surveys to graduates from the past 40 years. And while the response was adequate, college officials are now reaching out to those who did not return their questionnaire.

“We are using technology with a link on the college website so that our alumni can reach us electronically,” said Dr. Sue Babione, Executive Director of the Terra College Foundation. “The link was up for only about an hour and even before we advertised it, we had our first hit. This is one step in the direction of rekindling old relationships.” Updating its alumni database is something the college has wanted to do for years, Babione said. “One of the first things we want to do is send a quarterly newsletter to our alumni,” she said. “We want to keep them

in the loop on what’s happening on campus.” And then the college would also like to invite alumni back to campus for special events and as volunteers. “After all, the alums know Terra as well as anyone,” Babione said. If you are a Terra alum who has not submitted a survey recently, visit www.terra.edu and look on the main page for “News for Alumni.”

FAFSA Workshops to Assist Students with Financial Information If you’re planning to attend college in the 2009-2010 academic year, put “Completing the FAFSA” at the top of your to-do list. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is vital to the process of college affordability and should be completed as early as possible by anyone who will be attending college beginning in August 2009. Because the FAFSA is so important – and considered intimidating by some – the financial aid staff at Terra Com-

munity College is offering free FAFSA workshops for their students, prospective students and anyone else who needs the assistance. The dates are Feb. 6 and 20, and March 6 and 20. The sessions will start at 2 p.m. in Building A, Room 204. Those attending the workshop should bring their 2008 federal tax information (IRS forms 1040, 1040A or 1040EZ) as well as any other pertinent income information such as checking and/or savings account statements. And if you’ve

established a PIN number, bring that along, too. “We don’t want anyone to put off going to college just because the paperwork scares them,” said Ed Recker, Director of Financial Aid at Terra. “Financial aid is often what makes college attainable, and the FAFSA is the only way to secure that financial aid.” To register for these workshops or for more information, call 419-559-2344.

Children’s Choir and Music Academy Offered Terra Community College, in partnership with the Kern Center for Community and Industrial Development and the Terra Music Academy, is once again offering performing opportunities for children and music lessons for all ages. The Terra Children’s Choir, now in its third year, is open to children ages 8 to 13. Participants experience the joy of performing with singers from throughout Northwest Ohio. The choir meets Thursdays from 6 to 7 p.m. in Building B

on the Terra campus, 2830 Napoleon Road, Fremont. The Children’s Choir prepares and performs a wide variety of music from various cultures such as jazz, spirituals, world music and classical as well as music from movies and Broadway. Performances vary each semester and generally follow the concert schedule of Terra’s Choral Music Department. There is a $50 per semester music and participation fee.

The Terra Music Academy offers lessons in a six-lesson package for voice, piano, guitar, violin, harp, electric and string bass, percussion, trombone, trumpet, flute, French horn, clarinet, saxophone, composition and ear training. Each package is $125. Lessons, given by qualified instructors, are offered throughout the year at Terra and at the Bellevue Society for the Arts. For more information, or to register, call 419-559-2255.

Kern Center Offers How-To Classes The Kern Center for Community and Industrial Development at Terra Community College will offer the following “How-To” classes this winter and spring: How to Buy on eBay – 6 to 9 p.m. Jan. 27 OR April 15. Cost: $29; How to Take Photos for eBay – 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 3 OR

April 22. Cost: $29; How to Sell on eBay – 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays for three sessions beginning Feb. 10 OR Wednesdays for three sessions beginning April 29. Cost: $79. Take all three eBay courses for only $109. How to Clean and Maintain Your PC – 6 to 9 p.m. March 12. Cost: $29; How to Use a Webcam

– 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Feb. 22. Cost: $24; How to Use Your Scanner – 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Feb. 15. Cost: $24 and How to Burn CDs and DVDs – 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Feb. 8. Cost: $24. For more information or to register, call 419-559-2255.

EHEAP Helps to Keep Residents Warm this Winter

This winter’s onslaught of freezing temperatures, ice, sleet and snow has made it more difficulty for area residents to stay warm. This is indicated by the increased number of people seeking assistance from the Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program (EHEAP) to keep their children and their homes warm. EHEAP is a heating assistance program for income-eligible residents operated byWSOS CommunityAction Commission,Inc. In Dec. 2008, 646 households in the WSOS four-county ser-

vice area were approved for assistance to keep the heat on in their homes. This is in contrast to 501 households who received the same assistance with heating bills in Dec. 2007. Of the 646, 172 were in Wood County, 180 in Sandusky County, 86 in Ottawa County and 208 in Seneca County. This amounts to a total of $163,744 spent in Dec. 2008 alone. The program, which started Nov. 1, 2008, has served 1,306 households so far and has obligated a total of $358,699 to assist families. This is in comparison to $253,844 spent

for the first two months of the 2007-08 program year. “Between the bad economy, rising heating bills, and a bad winter so far, we find that people’s budgets are stretched very thin,” said WSOS Basic Needs Specialist Tony Lindernberger. “We are doing all we can to assist those who come to us.” EHEAP provides income-eligible families who are in danger of losing their heat with one-time assistance with heating bills to resolve the emergency crisis.

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Winter Weather Hits, Red Cross Blood Supply Drops With the entire state of Ohio in the grips of winter, the American Red Cross fears the lack of blood donors will impact hospital patients. Due to low donor turnout from the recent winter weather throughout Ohio, officials of the American Red Cross, Western Lake Erie Region are appealing to area residents to donate in an effort to maintain the levels of blood donations needed for area hospitals and their patients. The American Red Cross depends on the commitment of volunteer blood donors, but many waver from donating blood when weather conditions are poor. However, this is the time blood is needed most due to increased road accidents. One accident alone can require anywhere from four - 20 units of

red blood cells, for example. The Red Cross fears that additional drives may cancel during coming weeks or that people will continue not to donate because of the bitter winter weather. “While we do not want anyone to jeopardize themselves traveling to a blood drive in dangerous weather, the need for blood never stops, not even for inclement weather. We hope that those who are able will come forward and donate to help our community maintain a safe and adequate supply for ongoing and emergency medical needs,” states Annie Marckel, Regional Communications Manager. Eligible donors are asked to call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or visit givelife.org to find a convenient blood drive location.

Firelands to Host Pediatric Program Series Firelands Regional Medical Center will be hosting a Pediatric Program Series beginning on Thursday, January 29th. The first program in the series “Raising a Child with Autism” will be presented by Carrie Norris, LPN, a mother with an adult autistic child and an advocate for children with autism. The program will be from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Firelands Regional Medical Center’s South Campus, 1912 Hayes Avenue, Sandusky. Other topics in the Pediatric Program Series include: “Toddler Talk” – Thursday, February 26th “Understanding Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder” – Thursday, March 19th “Handwriting & Vision” – Thursday, April 30th

“Taking the Sting out of Behavior” – Thursday, May 28th The cost for the Pediatric Program Series is $20 per person for the entire series or $5 per person per program. To register, or for more information please call 419-557-7410. Firelands Regional Medical Center is a 401-bed, full service, not-for-profit hospital. Serving the five-county region, Firelands provides comprehensive diagnostic, medical, surgical, emergency and rehabilitation services for people of all ages. For more information about Firelands Regional Medical Center visit www.firelands.com.

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Orthopedic Program Series Scheduled Firelands Regional Medical Center will be hosting an Orthopedic Program Series beginning on Thursday, January 22nd. The first program in the series “Broken Bones in the Elderly” will be presented by James R. Berry, M.D., Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon with Sandusky Orthopedics & Rheumatology and on the Medical Staff at Firelands Regional Medical Center. Dr. Berry will discuss the common fractures in the elderly and how to reduce the risk of these broken bones and how to recover quickly. The program will be from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Local Student Graduates from Respiratory Care Program On Sunday, Dec. 20, at 2 p.m. in the Cedar Point Center at BGSU Firelands, 21 local residents from both the BGSU Firelands and Lorain County Community College respiratory care program sites participated in a special pinning ceremony in conjunction with

Firelands Regional Medical Center has announced that Matthew Petznick, D.O., has recently accepted a Fellowship in Sports Medicine at Toledo Hospital Sports Care. A current Family Practice Resident at Firelands, Dr. Petznick will graduate from Firelands Regional Medical Center’s Medical Education program in June 2009 and begin his Fellowship at Toledo Hospital in July 2009. For more information about Firelands Regional Medical Center, visit www.firelands. com.

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Health and Wellness Screenings at Firelands Area residents are invited to participate in a Health and Wellness Screening on Saturday, January 24th from 7 to 11 am. The community screening, conducted by Firelands Regional Medical Center, will be held in the Mylander Conference Center at the Main Campus, 1111 Hayes Avenue, Sandusky.

in the Mylander Conference Center at Firelands Regional Medical Center’s Main Campus, 1111 Hayes Avenue, Sandusky. Other topics in the Orthopedic Program Series include: “Common Problems with the Hand & Wrist” – Thursday, February 12th “Arthritis – Oxford Knee Replacement Procedure” – Thursday, March 19th Light refreshments will be available. To register, or for more information please call 419-557-7410.

Health Department Clinic Schedule

Below is the clinic schedule for the week of January 26-30. Unless otherwise noted, all clinics are at the Ottawa County Health Free Body Composition Department. To make an appointment, call (419) 734-6800 or toll free at 1-800-788To pre-register or for more information, 8803. call Firelands Regional Medical Center at Dates 419-557-7410. Jan. 26: Immunization Clinic, Flu Shots Given, and WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Clinic, 7:45 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Jan. 27: WIC (Women, Infants and Free Blood Pressure Screening

Children) Clinic, 12:45-4:30 p.m. Jan. 28: Family Planning Clinic, 9:45 a.m. 1 p.m. TB Clinic (no appointment necessary), 3-4 p.m. Jan. 29: No clinic. Jan. 30: TB Skin Test Read (no appointment necessary), 3-4

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Certified Hypnotist Holds Free Seminars at Magruder Hospital Conference Center David Prudhomme, Director of Mederi Wellness in Port Clinton, is holding free hypnosis seminars in the Magruder Hospital Conference Center during January and February. The seminars included in Prudhomme’s “Your Best Life Now” series include Stop Smoking for Good with Hypnosis; Lose Weight easily with Hypnosis; and Hypnosis and Self-Hypnosis for Stress Reduction, Anxiety, Pain and Better Sleep. The seminars will be held in Conference Room B at the Magruder Hospital Conference Center, located at 615 Fulton Street, Port Clinton. These seminars are presented as an educational opportu-

nity to assist those wishing to learn more about how their mind works and how “focused attention” through the use of hypnosis can assist people in achieving their goals in life. Prudhomme is a certified Consulting Hypnotist, a Master Hypnotist and a member of the National Guild of Hypnotists. He is also a certified Life Coach. Prudhomme is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and has a Master of Science degree from Boston University. For more information on hypnosis and hypnotherapy, visit www.mederiwellness.com or contact David Prudhomme at (419) 341-1858.

The schedule of free hypnosis seminars is as follows: Monday, Jan. 26, 6 p.m.: Stop Smoking for Good with Hypnosis Wednesday, Jan. 28, 6 p.m.: Lose Weight Easily with Hypnosis Thursday, Jan. 29, 6 p.m.: Hypnosis and Self-Hypnosis for Stress Reduction, Anxiety, Pain and Better Sleep Monday, Feb. 2, 6 p.m.: Stop Smoking for Good with Hypnosis Tuesday, Feb. 3, 6 p.m.: Lose Weight Easily with Hypnosis Wednesday,Feb.4,6 p.m.:Stop Smoking for Good with Hypnosis Monday, Feb. 9, 6 p.m.: Lose Weight Easily with Hypnosis Wednesday, Feb. 11, 6 p.m.: Hypnosis and Self-Hypnosis for Stress Reduction, Anxiety, Pain and Better Sleep

Decorating Trends for 2009: Economy, Nature and Fashion Influences What’s in store for home decorating in 2009? No matter what your taste, you’ll find a hue in the 2009 forecast of popular paint colors to suit your style. Since the average consumer spends two to three months planning a painting project, now is the ideal time to review your options, see what’s predicted to be popular and choose that perfect color. Color Influencers Looking to 2009, color experts are seeing three top drivers of color trends -- the economy, nature and fashion. “It’s not surprising that the primary driver of our 2009 color forecast is the economy,” says Donna Schroeder, Dutch Boy color marketing and design manager. “During an economic slowdown, consumers traditionally become more conservative when decorating, oftentimes shifting to neutral colors when painting. However, even with the slower economy, we still expect to see the use of brighter paint colors as accents to the always-popular neutrals.” In addition to the economy’s influence on consumer color choices, the mainstreaming of the green movement is creating a renewed consciousness and sensitivity to the environ-

ment. The focus on bringing the outdoors into the home has once again made its way into the color forecast. The desire to incorporate basic elements of nature into interior design is still very prevalent. In contrast to the two more serious drivers, the economy and nature, consumers still want to have fun when decorating their homes. So, many of the bolder and brighter clothing and fashion accessory colors seen on the fashion runways and in retail outlets are also reflected in the forecast. 2009 Color Forecast All of the colors in this year’s forecast can be found within Dutch Boy’s Color Simplicity System. The five color themes for 2009 are: Handmade Look to this color palette to bring a personal homemade sensibility to your decor. Simple patterns and authentic colors are reflected in the desire to simplify, conserve and repurpose. Honest Clean, natural colors capture the essence of ecology and

preservation while the honest simplicity and sustainable sensitivity complement today’s contemporary styles. Colors reflect a raw, pure and organic feel. Dream Conjuring up images of mystery and fantasy, the soft, floral-inspired colors found in this palette give an enchanting aura to any home. Feelings of whimsy and magic abound in these colors. Ancestry Connecting with roots and heritage, the Ancestry trend palette lets you embrace your culture with a variety of warm colors that are anchored to a vibrant, global community. Construct Bold and simple, linear and structured, these colors enhance a home’s architectural features and add a sense of Euro-modern geometry and order to any room. Courtesy of ARAcontent

How to Decorate for a Good Night’s Sleep We spend more time in our bedrooms than most rooms in our homes. Our busy lives can sometimes transform the bedroom from its main function -- rest -- into a makeshift office, entertainment center or even a play area for the kids. How do we create a room where rest and sleep are a priority? Enhance the quality of your sleep with a few adjustments to the room you sleep in. First, designate your bedroom as a haven devoted to relaxation -- the one room where work and clutter are banned. Next, remember that less is more when decorating. You really don’t need much more than the bed, a bedside table and a lamp. Try to create a look that is spare, but not necessarily bare. Stripping it down to the essential elements is conducive to sleep, but to make sure the room does not look sterile and soulless, consider wallpaper to add visual warmth while creating a calm and comfortable environment. One trick that high-end interior designers use to create a relaxing oasis is upholstering the walls in sumptuous tex-

tured fabrics like silk and linen. Some more elaborate wall treatments may include padded and button-tufted fabric walls or stretching a tapestry, wall hanging or drapery across the length of the wall behind the bed. The problem is fabric can be prohibitively expensive and impractical, since fabric is not easily cleaned. But wallpaper -- because of today’s sophisticated printing techniques -- can look like just about any texture and because it is coated, it wipes clean with ease. Furthermore, many wallpapers are created to look like linen and silk, rendering them perfect for creating restful, calm and serene spaces. In addition to being a far more affordable option than fabric, certain wallpaper’s “fabric effect” is so realistic you have to touch it before knowing it isn’t the real thing. “You can cover all four walls and even the ceiling in a fabriclike texture, and it won’t be overpowering,” says Gina Shaw, vice president of Design York Wallcoverings and designer for Antonina Vella. Shaw also suggests using wallpaper with a hint of metallic

for a touch of understated glamour. “A lot of the textures we create have a little metallic in them to softly reflect light, which makes them very inviting for a bedroom,” says Shaw. You can find wallpaper in just about any style, many perfect for adding a design element to a bedroom without getting too cluttered. Prints that look like crewelwork and aged tapestries give an essence of Old World charm. Faux skins such as ostrich and shagreen are perfect for creating a retreat of quiet elegance. “You want a bedroom to be restful. Any time you use a texture -- grasscloth, faux papers that mimic moire silk, or an exotic animal skin wallpaper -- you’re creating warmth,” says John Loecke, a New York-based interior designer. “On its own, paint can’t do that; it can come off as a little cold. Wallpaper ensures a cozy feeling.” By simplifying the furniture, reducing the clutter and decorating the walls with your favorite wallpaper design, you’ll soon find your bedroom is your new favorite room because you’ll get such a great night’s rest. Courtesy of ARAcontent

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Help with New Year’s Resolutions Trying to stick to that News Year’s resolution? Here are a few tips that will help you eat better, get in shape or cook more so you can save money. Start immediately. Procrastinating on your goals makes it less likely you’ll ever start. Don’t wait till Monday to start eating better. Taking small actions in the beginning will push you to keep it up. Don’t be a perfectionist. If you get off track on a few occasions, as we all do, then learn from it. Don’t give up on a resolution because you slip a few times. Look at why you made the mistake and how you can keep it from happening again. Set reasonable, measurable goals. If you’re trying to lose weight, instead of cutting your favorite food out of your diet, try eating it less often. Allowing yourself the treat occasionally will make it much more likely you’ll stick with it. Take baby steps. Breaking a big goal into little pieces will keep you from feeling over-

whelmed and help you stay on track. For example, if you want to learn to cook this year, don’t tackle an extremely difficult recipe first thing. Try fun but easy recipes like the ones below and use shortcuts. If you are trying to make the perfect rice, for instance, try boil-in-bag rice like Success: it’s easy every time – no mess, no measurement, no sticky pots to clean. Plus, Success brown rice only takes 10 minutes and is perfect if you want to eat healthy because it is cholesterol-free, sodium-free and an excellent source of fiber and complex carbohydrates. Recipes: Fruit Tart Crust: 1 bag Success Brown Rice vegetable cooking spray 1/4 cup sugar 2 egg whites, beaten 1 tsp cinnamon Filling: 2 pkgs (8 oz., each) fat-free cream cheese

1/2 cup fat-free sour cream 1/2 cup confectioners sugar 2 tsp vanilla Topping fresh fruit, any variety, sliced 1/2 cup apple jelly Directions: Prepare rice according to package directions. Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine rice with all remaining crust ingredients in a large bowl; mix well. Press rice mixture on to bottom of 8-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Cool to room temperature. Beat together cream cheese and sour cream in a medium bowl until well blended. Add sugar and vanilla; mix well. Spread cream cheese mixture over rice crust. Refrigerate until cream mixture has set. Arrange fruit over cream cheese mixture. Heat apple jelly until dissolved. Brush over fruit. Makes 8 servings. Sweet Potato Walnut Risotto Ingredients: 2 bags Success Brown Rice

32 ozs chicken stock (reserve 1/2 Cup) 2 tbsp butter 1 cup onion, chopped 1/4 cup Riesling wine OR chicken stock 1/2 cup Mascarpone cheese 1/2 lb frozen sweet potatoes, diced 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted 1 tsp fresh grated orange peel 1 1/2 salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded Directions: Prepare rice according to package directions, substituting chicken stock for water. In a large skillet, over medium heat, melt butter. Add onions; sauté 5 minutes. Add wine or chicken stock and cook for 5 more minutes. Add rice, reserved 1/2 cup chicken stock and mascarpone cheese. Stir until creamy. Gently fold in sweet potatoes, sage, walnuts and orange peel. Season with salt and pepper and top with Parmesan cheese. Makes 6 servings.

Simple Ways Seniors Can Stay Active and Healthy You’ve worked hard your entire life to earn your retirement, and now you should enjoy it. But you won’t be able to actively socialize with friends, family and neighbors, enjoy spending time on your hobbies or taking trips to see the grandchildren if you don’t maintain good health and a good quality of life. The average life expectancy is now 78 years, plenty of time to enjoy your golden years. You don’t need to see a doctor every day to stay healthy; with the guidance of your physician, there are many ways you can take care of yourself at home. Here are a few ideas you can try yourself:

* Monitor the information your doctor wants to know. For example, an estimated one-half of senior citizens suffer from hypertension. The Lumiscope Blood Pressure Arm Monitor found at Montgomery Ward (www. Wards.com) allows you to track your blood pressure at home. Daily monitoring can help you and your doctor bring your blood pressure levels down to 120 or lower, which is recommended to avoid risks of stroke or heart attacks. * Involve your friends, family and neighbors in a weekly yard game of bocce ball, croquet, horseshoes or badminton, to name a few. Not

only are yard games good physical exercise, but the competition keeps your mind sharp and social interaction balances out a wellrounded lifestyle. * Get your hands dirty and plant a garden. Whether you fill indoor pots with beautiful, leafy house plants or plant your entire outdoor landscape in a field of colorful blooms, working with plants is fun and contributes to a sense of well-being. Plus, the planting process involves a little muscle, helping you to keep your body in good condition. * Relive some of your childhood fun. Try a daily workout with a trampoline.The tram-

poline provides a good cardio and muscular workout complete with a stability bar to assist your balance. And you can exercise at your level, without overexerting your muscles. Combine your workout with your favorite tunes and revert to your bouncy youth. * Join a book club and invite the members to your house. Whether you’re into mysteries, historical fiction, biographies or romance novels, stretch your imagination, share your thoughts and engage your fellow book lovers in a good discussion. Courtesy of ARAcontent

Managing your Cholesterol to Prevent Diabetes and Heart Disease many others have learned to achieve a healthy cholesterol balance-and you can, too. Their secret? “The key is simple,” Davidson says. “Healthy lifestyle changes lower LDL and raise HDL at the same time. Combining lifestyle changes with medicines, if necessary, is your best bet to manage cholesterol so you can live a longer, healthier life.” Here are five tips to help you manage your cholesterol: 1. Eat Smart. One simple way to lower your bad cholesterol is to eat fewer trans fats and high-cholesterol foods like egg yolks, fatty meats, butter and whole milk. You can also help your body absorb less bad cholesterol by eating foods that contain soluble fiber, such as oatmeal, kidney beans, yams and apples. Other cholesterol-smart foods are salmon, walnuts and olive oil. Eating as many vegetables, whole grains and fruits as you can will help you feel fuller longer and cut your cravings for less healthy snacks. Always check the “Nutrition Facts” labels on foods before you buy to see how they might help or hurt your cholesterol-lowering efforts. 2. Stay Active. You can raise your good cholesterol and lower the bad at the same time with exercise. To get this powerful benefit, exercise for 30 minutes a day, five days a week. And don’t worry about going to the gym-walking briskly is just as effective. And you can head to the mall and walk there when the weather is bad. Or do house work or work in the yard. The key is to get your heart pumping. This week, why not start with just 10 minutes? Take a 10-minute walk around the block every day during your lunch break or after dinner. Or choose another time that works for you. Then continue to add one lap each week until you’re walking briskly for 30 minutes. 3. Drop a Few Pounds. Being overweight raises your bad cholesterol. At the same time, it lowers your good cholesterol. But eating smart and staying active will help you lose weightand dropping just a few pounds can raise your HDL. Maintaining a healthy weight will help you keep your cholesterol in balance. 4. Quit Smoking. It’s no surprise that smoking lowers your good cholesterol. If you smoke, quitting can help your HDL jump as much as 10 percent. Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) can help. Options include the nicotine patch, gum, lozenge, inhaler or nasal spray. Prescription medicines are another option. Talk with your health care provider about which options are best for you. And visit SmokeFree.gov to learn more about how to quit. DAWN BAUMAN 5. Consider Cholesterol MediRick A Nemecek cines. Ask your doctor if medicines such as statins, fibrates nemecer@nationwide.com and niacin can help you lower LDL while raising HDL levels. 74 Mill Street To learn more about how managing cholesterol can lowHuron, OH 44839 er your risk for type 2 diabetes and heart disease, call the (419) 433-5887 American Diabetes Association at (800)-DIABETES (800-3422383), e-mail AskADA@diabetes.org or visit www.CheckU©2008 Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Affiliated Companies. Nationwide Life Insurance Company. Home office: Columbus, Ohio 43215-2220. Nationwide, the Nationwide Framemark pAmerica.org. Be sure to ask for and On Your Side are federally registered service marks of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company. Not available in all states. *523 average annual savings based on Nationwide policyholder data your copy of “What You Need to through July 2007. Actual savings may vary. Subject to underwriting guidelines, review and approval. Know: Cholesterol.”

Want to lower your risk for type 2 diabetes and heart disease? Managing your cholesterol can help. But cholesterol, a type of fat in your blood, can be confusing. For example, one kind of cholesterol clogs your arteries. Another kind helps remove the bad cholesterol from your body. What do you really need to know to protect your health? * Lower your bad cholesterol. Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) is the bad cholesterol that blocks your blood vessels. Try to keep your LDL

cholesterol below 100 mg/dl. * Raise your good cholesterol. High-density lipoprotein (HDL) is the good cholesterol that helps remove deposits from your blood vessels. Aim to raise your HDL above 60 mg/dl. * Triglycerides raise your chances for a heart attack or stroke if your levels are too high. Aim for triglycerides lower than 150 mg/dl. Your doctor may also give you a “total” cholesterol number. A good total cholesterol goal is less than 200 mg/dl. Why is managing cholesterol important?

“Dyslipidemia, or abnormal cholesterol levels, is a key risk factor for both type 2 diabetes and heart disease,” says Dr. Michael Davidson, Director, Preventive Cardiology at the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Medicine. “Keeping your cholesterol levels in check can lower your risk for both of these deadly diseases and help you live a longer, healthier life.” Your doctor can do a simple blood test to measure all your cholesterol numbers. If your levels are off, you’re not alone: about one in four American adults face the same challenge. But

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Ottawa County Seniors Plan 2009 Activities The Ottawa County Seniors Activities Committee met on January 7th to plan events for the new year. Seniors’ cookbook “Oldies But Goodies II” is currently in the works. Recipes will be accepted through January 31st and can be submitted to any of the six senior sites or by mail to “Oldies But Goodies II”, 912 Glendale Dr., Port Clinton, OH 43452. Pre-paid reservations and gift certificates for Oldies II are also being accepted at the senior sites. Oldies II will be available by Senior Day at Camp Perry early in May. March 15th has been scheduled for “Pot of Gold Game Day and Potluck”.

Sunday, April 19th, is the date for the second annual county-wide big band dance, “Spring Into Happiness II” featuring the 17-piece big band, “Night Session”. As in the past, the dance will be held at Community Markets VFW Memorial Hall, Oak Harbor. Spring Senior Day at Camp Perry, Senior Day at the Fair; Mud Hens games and Senior Chili Cook-off and Barn Dance are a few of the events planned for 2009. Details will be announced as events are developed. For further information, call Ottawa County Senior Resources at 419-8986459.

Public Invited to Exercise Classes The Vineyard on Catawba has announced that the public is invited to join in exercise classes. Five opportunities are offered each week to assist in achieving fitness goals. The newest exercise class, ‘Sit Fit 55+’, is held on Mondays beginning at 2 p.m. and on Fridays beginning at 10 a.m. This 45 minute program is designed for the total body conditioning of active agers. Each class costs $3. ‘Quiet Yoga’ classes are held on Tuesdays from 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. These classes feature a unique blend of yoga postures perfect for those aged 55+, gently blending strength, flexibility, balance and breathing. The cost is $3 per class.

‘Yoga-Lates’ classes, a blend of Yoga stretches combined with the rehabilitative Pilates “core” movements, are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6 – 7 p.m.. Classes are intended to build balance, strength and flexibility in the physical body. Participants will want to bring a mat with them for their comfort. The classes cost $7 each. All sessions are held at The Vineyard on Catawba Community Center, 3820 E Vineyard Village Dr, Port Clinton, OH. The Certified Fitness Instructor for each class is Toni Garrett. For additional information, contact The Vineyard office at 419797-3100.

Oak Harbor Seniors Selling Raffle Tickets Seniors from the Oak Harbor Harbor Lights Senior Center are selling raffle tickets worth a top prize of $300 with prizes for second, third and fourth place. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5. Tickets can be purchased Mondays or Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Oak Harbor Senior Center lo-

cated in the Riverview Healthcare Campus, 8180 WSR 163, Oak Harbor or call Clyde Zunk at 419898-9865. Drawing will be held in February with all proceeds to benefit the Ottawa County Senior Levy Fund.

Many Older Ohioans Still Not Ready for Digital Television Transition State Calls on Residents to Help Older Neighbors, Relatives Prepare In just over a month, many Ohioans – a disproportionate number of whom are older – may find themselves cut off from a vital source of news, information and entertainment. At midnight on February 17, all full-power broadcast TV stations are required to switch exclusively to a digital broadcast signal. Most older Ohioans will do just fine during the transition, but many – particularly those who are older, poorer or more frail – will face significant challenges. They are more likely to have older, analog TVs and rely on over-the-air broadcasts. They may be less familiar with new technology and less able to access information about it. They also may have physical, financial or transportation barriers that would prevent them from purchasing and installing a new TV or converter box. “Losing this valuable connection to the outside world could have serious consequences for more at-risk seniors,” said Barbara E. Riley, director of the Ohio Department of Aging. “Many older people live alone and have little support nearby. Without television, they may feel even more isolated, which can lead to increased anxiety and mental or physical decline.” To continue receiving programs after February 17, households that rely on over-the-air broadcasts must have a TV set equipped with a digital tuner, connect a digital converter box to their existing analog TV or subscribe to cable or satellite services. The federal government has a program to provide each household with up to two $40 coupons to be used toward the purchase of a digital converter box that can be connected

to most existing TVs. Converters cost between $40 and $70 and are available at most electronics retailers. Unfortunately, waiting lists for the program mean that most who apply for the coupons today will not receive them before the switch-over. Also, according to the federal Government Accounting Office (GAO), many seniors who received coupons failed to use them before their 90-day expiration date and are not allowed, under the program, to apply for new coupons. The good news is the coupons are transferable. The Department of Aging is asking all Ohioans who have a coupon they have not used and that has not expired, to consider giving it to someone they know who needs it, or to donate it to a local senior center or agency on aging so that they can use it to help those they serve. Individuals also might consider offering their services to take older relatives or friends to the store, select a converter box and install it. For DTV transition assistance in your area, or to volunteer to help, call your Area Agency on Aging toll-free at 1-866243-5678. For general information about the DTV transition, visit www.dtv.gov or call the FCC’ s DTV hotline at 1-888-225-5322. To request a converter box coupon, visit www.dtv2009.gov or call 1-888-388-2009. Facts about digital television and seniors: ·According to the National Association of Broadcasters, nearly 20 percent of U.S. homes rely exclusively on antennas to receive free, over-the-air broadcasts. Another 15 percent have at least one antenna-connected TV.

·Only 13 percent of the population has requested converter box coupons, says the GAO, and those who need them most, like seniors, have under-applied. · According to the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging, at least eight million adults nationwide rely on analog television sets and over-the-air television signals. ·In Ohio, as many as 720,000 households of all ages are at risk of losing their TV signals if they don’t act, according to the Ohio Association of Broadcasters. ·As a group, seniors watch more TV than younger cohorts – an average of just over six hours each day among those age 55 or older, according to Nielsen surveys. · Digital television provides a clearer, sharper picture and better sound than analog broadcasts. Also, digital technology allows stations to broadcast multiple channels of programming over the same signal, making specialty and alternative programming more available. ·According to the FCC, approximately 90 percent of TVbroadcasters will use the digital switch to expand their viewing areas and reach more viewers. Viewers in the outlying areas of a station’s broadcast umbrella may have to adjust, repair or replace existing antennas to continue receiving signals. Some very old television sets may be incompatible withdigital converter boxes or require special equipment for installation.

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Sports Rockets Win PIT BY J. PATRICK EAKEN Oak Harbor won their second tournament on the year this past weekend at the Perrysburg Invitational Tournament. This was the third year in a row they won it as they outwrestled the rest of the field by over 100 points with 433 total team points to Wauseon’s 329 points. Nine of the Rocket wrestlers made the finals for first and second place. Five of them went on to become champions. Alex Bergman won his first PIT title with a :58 fall to take his first title as did Drew Stone at 119 pounds and Mike Mallernee at 160 pounds. Konner Witt won his second in a row with a narrow 1-0 decision and Ian Miller won his second title along with his second MVP award in a rematch with a Fremont wrestler.

Four wrestlers reached the finals but missed out on capturing an individual title. They were Tyler Hackworth, Zach Bergman, Drew Bahnsen and Zach Sandwisch. Along with the finalists there were two other wrestlers who placed in the top eight. Freshman Joe Mallernee took sixth at 152 and Kyle Mincheff took eight at 140. Gabe Frisch, Brandon Veler and Johnny Bergman each contributed to the team total with wins. Following Oak Harbor and Wauseon were Delta (290), Springfield (247), Perrysburg (239), Napoleon (235), Defiance (224), Tinora (208), Clay (198½ ), Fremont Ross (171), Toledo Waite (162½ ), Sylvania Northview (133½), Ashland (99), Sylvania Southview (66), Lorain Clearview (44½), and Toledo Christian (33½ ) Oak Harbor’s next competition will take place on Friday and Saturday at Edison, where they will compete in the SBC Duals.

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Lady Lakers Split BY J. PATRICK EAKEN Danbury girls remained on top of the Toledo Area Athletic Conference race with a 34-22 victory over Toledo Christian on the Lakers’ court last week. But the Lakers fell from grace atop the TAAC a couple days later, losing to Ottawa Hills 5433. In the game against TC, the Lakers opened the game up with a 12-3 run in the second quarter. Danbury struggled through the third quarter, scoring only a single point, but at the same time the Laker defense held TC to five points. Danbury outscored the Eagles over the final eight minutes, 8-3, to secure a victory. Christine Longer led the Danbury attack with 13 points and nine rebounds. At Ottawa Hills, the Green Bears connected on 44 percent of their field goals in improving to 9-2 overall, 6-0 in the TAAC, while Danbury moved to 8-3 overall, 4-1 in the TAAC. Ottawa Hills began their dominance in the first half, taking a 31-10 lead into intermission. The Lakers bounced back to nearly even the second half scoring (24-23 OH), but it was too late. Nine players scored for Danbury, but none got in double figures. One high spot for Danbury girls basketball before two weeks of winter weather took over the schedule was a 42-39 victory over perennial TAAC power Cardinal Stritch back on Jan. 5. Stritch fell to 3-6 overall, 2-2 in the TAAC with the loss. In a closely fought battle from beginning to end, Longer led Danbury with two treys and 17 points. Bahnsen had seven rebounds, but Stritch controlled the boards by a 35 to 29 marBethany Buchanan drives to the gin. Danbury committed 19 turnovers, Stritch had 17. The Lakers shot 34 percent from the field, 53 percent (10hoop during a game last week at of-19) from the charity stripe. Edison. PHOTO BY BILL MIGALA

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Business Port Clinton Resident Promoted to Chemistry Manager at Davis-Besse FirstEnergy Nuclear Operating Company (FENOC) has announced Port Clinton resident Polly Boissoneault has been promoted to chemistry manager at the Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Station. In her new role, Boissoneault will be responsible for oversight of the Chemistry Department, including the management of plant chemistry and its environmental compliance programs. Boissoneault was promoted to this position from Plant Engineering where she served

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PC Chamber President Attends National Leadership Training Institute Laura Schlachter, President and CEO of the Port Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce, recently completed her first year at Institute for Organization Management (Institute), an intensive week-long nonprofit leadership training program held January 4â&#x20AC;&#x201C;8 at the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona. The industry leader in nonprofit education, Institute is a four-year program held at five sites each yearâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;one in the winter and four in the summer. Most participants attend the one-

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Mental Health & Recovery Board Facing 3rd Round of Cuts Since July 2008, the Mental Health and Recovery Board of Erie and Ottawa Counties has absorbed two rounds of revenue reductions from the Ohio Department of Mental Health and the Ohio Department of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services. These budget cuts of approximately $188,000 were able to be absorbed by the Board through use of unallocated program funds and set-aside funds generated from a .7 mil replacement levy approved by voters in November 2007. The additional funds generated from that levy have been a lifesaver in this tenuous economic time.

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Time is Right for Those who want to Buy a Home Consumers who want to buy a home, but are intimidated by reports of a housing slump, should realize that now is an excellent time to buy, according to Mary Ann Gecsi, Manager of the Catawba office of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services. She says there are several reasons why the time is right. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Interest rates are at historic lows. In fact, the rate for a 30year fixed-rate mortgage can be as low as 4.875%, depending upon the credit score of the buyer and the size of the home loan in relation the value of the property to be purchased.â&#x20AC;? Furthermore, she adds that home prices have been adjusted by motivated sellers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Buyers will find real value in housing,â&#x20AC;? she states. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In addition, housing affordability compares very favorably in our part of the country with other sections of the nation. While some areas of the U.S. experience tremendous upward spikes in pricing periodically, followed by tumultuous price drops, the Great Lakes region offers pricing stability to go along with an outstanding quality of life.â&#x20AC;? Ms. Gecsi also says that the recently passed Housing Recovery Act, along with a number of other home loan programs, are providing opportunities for buyers, including those who

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During your wor king years, you put money away, hoping that it will grow enough to help provide you with a comfortable retirement. But once you retire, havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t you reached your goal? You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t still need to invest for growth, do you? Actually, you do. You may be retiring, but the cost of living marches on. In fact, even with a relatively mild inflation rate of three percent, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll pay about twice as much for goods and services in 25 years as you do today. And since you could easily spend two or three decades in retirement, you need to be prepared for these costs. At first glance, you might think that this situation presents you with a daunting challenge. Historically, stocks are the only financial assets that have significantly outperformed inflation. Yet, as a retiree, you may be nervous about investing in equities, especially given the stock marketâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performance last year. How can you stay ahead of inflation without taking on too much risk? Unquestionably, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have to manage your investment portfolio very carefully during your retirement years. But itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to realize that you do have options. Here are a few suggestions: â&#x20AC;˘ Consider dividend-paying stocks. By doing some research, you can find stocks that have paid â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and even increased â&#x20AC;&#x201D; dividends for many consecutive years. Obviously, a source of rising income can help you in your battle against inflation â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and many dividend-paying stocks also offer the potential for long-term growth. Keep in mind, though, that a company can decrease or eliminate its stock dividend at any time. â&#x20AC;˘ Create an inflation-fighting withdrawal strategy. During your retirement, you will probably need to take withdrawals from all your resources â&#x20AC;&#x201D; your taxable brokerage and savings GARY COON, EDWARD JONES INVESTMENTS

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accounts; your tax-deferred accounts, such as your Traditional IRA and your 401(k); and your tax-free accounts, such as your Roth IRA. (A Roth IRAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s earnings grow taxfree if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had your account for at least five years and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t start taking withdrawals until youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re 59-1/2). Obviously, the longer you can preserve your tax-advantaged growth potential, the better off youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be when it comes to staying ahead of inflation. Consequently, you may want to take withdrawals from your taxable account first, tap into your Traditional IRA and your 401(k) next and save the Roth IRA for last. (If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re 70-1/2 or older, however, you need to take required minimum distributions from your Traditional IRA and your 401(k).) That said, this is just a rule of thumb, as your actual strategy may change from year to year, depending on your expected tax burden. â&#x20AC;˘ Think about some TIPS. Most types of Treasury bills or bonds pay a fixed rate of return, which makes them susceptible to inflation. However, you can also invest in Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities, or TIPS. The principal of a TIPS increases with inflation and decreases with deflation, as measured by the Consumer Price Index. When your TIPS mature, you are paid the adjusted principal or original principal, whichever is greater. Be aware, though, that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be taxed on the annual inflation adjustments, even though you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t receive this money until your bond is redeemed. Consult with your tax advisor to determine if you should put your TIPS in a tax-deferred account, such as a Traditional IRA. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have to cope with inflation throughout your retirement years. But by making the right moves, at the right time, you can greatly boost your chances of enjoying the lifestyle youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve envisioned. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

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Waterfront single family lot with a private sandy beach on the Sandusky Bay! Enjoy panoramic views from your dream home in this desirable location. Clubhouse and association pool. Future neighborhood design includes a marina steps to your door. Ready for your enjoyment this summer! $269,000

PORT CLINTON-409 E. FOURTH ST. Cove on the Bay ranch with wonderful deck overlooking the Bay. 1828sqft, 3 bedroom, 2 baths, full basement & 2-car garage. Dockage available in association marina, beach & pavilion. $254,900

Colony Club – Lakefront Community. 4 bedrooms, 2-½ bath home with Spa Room off 2-car garage. Newer kitchen & roof. Dockage available to purchase or rent with direct Lake access. $235,000

CIC 1st floor ranch condo on the golf course. Light, bright and beautifully decorated for the Lake. Stone fireplace & wrap around deck for entertaining or just lounging. $285,000

Gated Bay Point condo – new construction. 2200sqft features main living on 2nd floor, vaulted ceilings, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths & 2-car attached garage. Large association pool with bath house. $298,700

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Lifeboat Station, Marblehead’s newest single family waterfront development is steps to the village! Panoramic views of Lake Erie, Kelleys, & South Bass Island! Enjoy 2 private beaches, the lagoon w/ dockage for small watercraft, walkway to the waterfront patio to enjoy views of nautical passing! Starting at $399,000

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CATAWBA ISLAND-4740 KARLITE DR. This stunning ranch is located on a large, wooded, private lot beautifully landscaped w/ a pond. You will find an abundance of room w/ 2 gas fireplaces, a formal living room featuring a beamed cathedral ceiling, newer stainless appliances in an upgraded kitchen, an office w/ private entrance, a large master suite, & sliding doors which open to the garden. Truly in a class of its own! $299,900

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PORT CLINTON- Beautifully appointed home with 4 bedrooms, open floor plan, vaulted ceiling, stone fireplace, patio overlooking canal, and 80 ft of dockage! $225,000 SUE PIACENTINO 419-341-4945

MARBLEHEAD- 3 bed 4 bath Lakefront condo with private marina and deeded dock. Open kitchen/great room/dining room. Each bedroom has private bath. Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Erie and Islands from stone patio. $595,000 CHERYL HETRICK 419-202-0144

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100’ of sandy Lake Erie beach frontage! This fully furnished ranch home is located on a waterfront double lot on Catawba Island. Enjoy many peaceful memories of Lake Erie living in this three bedroom, two full bathroom home, featuring a sun room, den, gas fireplace and large 3 car attached garage for all of your vacation toys. Beautifully decorated to please this home is priced to sell! $599,000

MARBLEHEAD-1102 BAY POINT Bay Point condo with quarry views featuring a panorama of the local wildlife. Beautifully decorated and ready for immediate enjoyment, large rooms, vaulted ceilings, granite, and ceramic tile, third bedroom/den with granite wet bar, two car attached garage, and association pool! Steps to Bay Point where you can-dock your boat, swim, golf, play tennis, and enjoy many memories on the Lake! $349,000

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CATAWBA- Rare find in Marsh's Edge. This family retreat features a large study w/wet bar, large game room w/wet bar, fireplace, formal & informal dining, spacious family room w/gas fireplace, 1st fl master suite w/private bath, large gourmet kitchen w/top appliances. $749,000 TED GREENE/GLENNA BENDER 419563-4968

MARBLEHEAD- 8 room motel or convert to 4 apartments! Great income potential. Lake views! $299,900 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-9188

PORT CLINTON- Income property – 3 units. Units are updated and well kept. Off street parking. Large storage facility included. Live/ vacation in one and let the other 2 pay for it all! $149,900 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-9188

This colonial home has all you need and more! Enjoy the sprawling family room kitchen area equipped with a wood burning fireplace and cedar hot tub room! Walk out the backdoor to your private heated garage/ workshop where you can work on your favorite toys. Entertain in the formal living and dining rooms. Dock your boat in the association marina. Ready for immediate use! $329,000

MARBLEHEAD- Cottage style home in Channel Grove steps to marina. Open floor plan, attached 2 car garage on corner lot. New bath, other updates. Perfect for year round or seasonal living.$139,900 GLENNA BENDER/TED GREENE 419-341-1579

JUST LISTED CATAWBA- 2 bed 2 bath condo overlooking West Harbor at Come Sail Away. 40 ft deeded dock at deck! $177,900 GLENNA BENDER/TED GREENE 419-563-4968 CATAWBA- CIC condo with panoramic views of CIC harbor. Updated throughout. Beautiful stone fireplace. Large deck wraps around to master suite. $380,000 MARK HARTLINE/TED GREENE 419-563-4968 CATAWBA- Idyllic lakefront condo. Step from private deck to sandy beach. Discreet Catawba location. Turnkey. $424,900 GLENNA BENDER/TED GREENE 419563-4968 MARBLEHEAD- Waterfront with Kelley’s Island View from this 7 bedroom and 2 bath home on a beautifully wooded 3.61 acre lot. Possibility of B&B or development. Excellent location with a fabulous view! Money back guarantee. $575,000 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-9188

MARBLEHEAD-2849 WATERSIDE Waterfront condo in luxury neighborhood ready for immediate occupancy this season! Beautifully decorated with affluent appointments throughout. The ground floor master suite overlooks the Sandusky Bay and the abundance of nature that vacationland has to offer. Open floor plan, 2nd floor loft, spacious guest rooms, gourmet kitchen, waterfront patio, association pool and future marina for your boat! $449,000

JOHNSON’S ISLAND-4445 FOREST GLEN

BY APPOINTMENT MARBLEHEAD- Beautiful views of East Harbor from this 2 bed 2 bath condo. Low association fees that includes water, sewer and 25 ft dock! Open spacious interior. 1 car attached garage. $139,900 CHERYL HETRICK 419-202-0144

JOHNSON’S ISLAND- 4 bed 3 bath beautifully crafted and energy efficient home! This unique home would be a great retreat with spacious rooms, vaulted ceilings and secluded backyard. Includes 40 ft. dock. $329,900 LISA HORMAN 419-271-8110

MARBLEHEAD- Well maintained open and spacious ranch. A short walk to bayfront park and marina with dockage included. Quiet street with shaded and private backyard. $229,900 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-9188

MARBLEHEAD- Quite canal neighborhood. Dock at your door! 3-4 bedroom home with vaulted ceilings, stone fireplace, screened room and shaded backyard. $269,000 KARMEN LUCAS 419-6569188

OAK HARBOR- Townhouse with 30 ft floating dock adjacent to CATAWBA- High traffic, high exposure commercial/retail location. pool and playground area. Newer furnace/AC and windows. Sun 2000 sq. ft. on ? acre lot. $149,900 GLENNA BENDER 419-341-1579 room with panoramic view of pond. $94,500 SUE PIACENTINO 419-341-4945

50’ dock! Waterfront home in Baycliffs on Johnson’s Island. Luxury 2 story, new construction, w/ a lower level so you can walk out to your boat. 7 bedrooms, & 4 full bathrooms. Ground floor master has a private balcony, walk in closet & spa bath. Large eat-in kitchen, huge living & family room, & views, views, views! $995,000

Tomi L. Johnson 419-341-0276 (cell) 419-734-4110 1-888-807-4110

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