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I have just learned that local developer, Bob Snyder, who “bought the Pharm” earlier, along with a group of partners, has just signed an agreement to build a 20-story Marriott Hotel, Conference Center and Resort Complex with an adjoining waterpark on the Waterworks Park site in Port Clinton. The Hotel will be built on the same footprint of the old Waterworks building, extended south to Perry Street. When completed, the building will house 500 rooms and 200 extended stay condominium units. The price tag on this monstrosity, were it not April 1st, is $500-Million. Expected completion on April 1st, someday!?!?!?!? –––––––– We had 127 entries in our Find Wylie contest this week. Our winner is Bob Pence who found the fickle fish in the Otterbein North Shore ad on page 8A last week. Our “Win it on the Web” Contest winner this week is Karen Wharton of Erie Township chosen from 102 entries. Both win a $20 gift card from Friendship Food Stores. We’ll be hiding Wylie again this week and when you find him, fill out the Find Wylie Ad and drop it at our office (Beacon Place Shopping Center, next to Goodwill) or … click on Wylie on our website homepage, www.thebeacon. net or … click on the “Win it on the Web” icon. You could be our next winner. –––––––– Congratulations to Bolte Real Estate & Insurance (Small Business of the Year); Rayz Café in Genoa (Medium Business of the Year); and AdFilm/APCO (Large Business of the Year); as well as Mike Bassett (Volunteer of the Year); Bill Dupps (Bill Mack Business Leader); Mann Technology (Entrepreneur of the Year) and Genoa Bank (Economic Development Partner) for their awards at last week’s Ottawa County Community Improvement Corporation’s Annual Business and Industry Awards Dinner at Camp Perry. –––––––– The First Friday FUNdraiser at Mango Mama’s in Port Clinton, featuring the 6-7-8-OH Band, will benefit the 4th of July Celebration and the PCHS Music Boosters. It all starts at 8 p.m. Speaking of 4th of July, Sunday will be “Pancakes for Pyrotechnics” from 5-7 p.m. at Second Street Diner in Port Clinton. All you can eat for just $6.99! –––––––– This year’s Community Good Friday Service (Friday, April 10 at 12 Noon at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church) will feature a reading of the Passion narrative from John’s Gospel. This ecumenical worship service is being planned by the Port Clinton Ministerial Association and includes participation from Trinity United Methodist, St. John, Resurrection and Peace Lutheran Churches; Firelands Presbyterian and Church of the Nazarene, as well as Immaculate Conception Church. –––––––– The Humane Society of Ottawa County will be one of the participants at the Oak Harbor Easter Egg Hunt this Saturday, April 4 to be held at the Fire Department downtown. They will be awarding two “Golden Baskets” to the children participating. They will also have several of their “adoptable” pets there for you to get acquainted with. It all happens from 2-5 p.m. –––––––– Brittany Slauterbeck of Port Clinton was named to the Dean’s List at Edinboro University in Pennsylvania. Congratulations to Brittany and her family. –––––––– Mon Ami and the Salvation Army-Port Clinton Service Unit are teaming up for a food drive now through Easter Sunday. All nonperishable items can be dropped off between 4 and 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday-Sunday. –––––––– Speaking of Mon Ami, the Travelin’ Lounge Lizards will be on stage there both Friday and Saturday nights starting around 8:30, featuring all of your favorite oldies…along with maybe a few new tunes! –––––––– I have learned from Kathy Jo Schweitzer that this year’s “Riverfront Live” outdoor music series will be held at the foot of Jefferson Street starting May 29. There will be an array of musical entertainers there every Friday and Saturday this Summer. –––––––– John Hines, a celebrated soloist from the University of Northern Iowa, will be performing his Russian Tour program this Saturday, April 4 at 7:30 p.m. Dr. Hines will be accompanied by Korey Barrett. This Musical Arts Series at Firelands concert will be conducted at the Firelands Presbyterian Church, 2626 East Harbor Road, Port Clinton. Admission is $15 and tickets are available at the door. Students are admitted free. For more information call 419-734-6211.

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At a special meeting of Port Clinton City Council Tuesday night, Council voted 4-2 to rescind the measure that was brought off the table, amended then passed. At issue was a single paragraph that dictated delivery of newspapers and other periodicals. The amendment appeared to clear “subscription” newspaper delivery, thus targeting free publications, like The Beacon. Councilman Jeff Morgan insisted that the ordinance was not targeted at The Beacon. For more than an hour Council members, businessmen and community residents discussed the implications of the plan. All seemed to understand the good intent of the ordinance…to beautify the city. Questions centered on who is responsible for litter and the constitutionality of the ordinance as originally passed. The Constitutional issue may have been the turning point for Councilman Val Culver, who originally voted in favor of the measure on March 10, but became troubled by its liability problems and called for the special Tuesday meeting. An unsolicited letter was sent to the Councilmen by State Representative Dennis Murray urging that the Ordinance be rescinded on Constitutional grounds of Freedom of the Press and Equal Protection. Beacon publisher John Schaffner also addressed Council saying, “The Beacon has worked diligently to make the quality of its delivery a centerpiece of its marketing program.” He also stated “in its original form, it was discriminatory and probably unconstitutional. In its amended form, it is unquestionably discriminatory and probably unconstitutional.” He also pointed out that the Ohio Revised Code limits the powers afforded municipalities to legislate around litter to only “insuring a healthful, safe and sanitary environment,” and that a newspaper does not pose a sufficient hazard to the community under this specification. Schaffner stated “it continues to be our intent to work with the City on distribution issues of The Beacon” He stated that his paper would love to be able to hire more walk carriers because it makes economic sense. However, he opposed the Ordinance as a means of forcing The Beacon to adjust their delivery practices under threat of arrest or citation.

Sunset on South Bass Island. Billy Market of Miller Boat Line posted a number of very beautiful March sunrises and sunsets on his Facebook page and gave The Beacon permission to share.

Save Our Homes Task Force to Meet The next meeting of the Save Our Homes Foreclosure Prevention Task Force is scheduled for Thursday, April 2 at 5:30 p.m. in the Emergency Operations Center in the basement of the courthouse. Enter by using the door at the Sheriff ’s Department.

LOC Class Focuses on Economic Development

Noah Smith stands with his mom, Shelley Smith, during the Pint Size Heroes Blood Drive on Monday, March 30th at Bataan Memorial Elementary School. The Blood Drive was sponsored by the Port Clinton Elementary Parents Club with the help of pint-size heroes, students at Bataan and Jefferson Elementary Schools.

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Leadership Ottawa County (LOC) Class of 2009 toured Millbury’s Guardian Industries and Oak Harbor’s Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Station during their March class and learned more about economic development in Ottawa County. March’s class session began at Guardian Industries, an international supplier of automotive glass products. The tour included a class discussion and guided, walking plant tour, led by LOC alumni and Guardian Industries’ Production Manager Paul Zieler. The class also visited Davis-Besse where they toured the Emergency Operations Facilities, the Control Room Simulator, and also experienced a trip inside the Protected Area to visit the Turbine Deck. Davis-Besse personnel who assisted LOC site visit included: Jim Vetter, Emergency Response Manager; Nate Wahl and Don Bondy, Nuclear Operations Instructors; Dave Dewitz, LOC class member and Emergency Response Specialist; and LOC Board members and alumni including Connie Moore, Configuration Control and Chip Palazzo, External Nuclear Affairs representative Following the tour, Ottawa County Administrator Jere Witt also led class discussion about economic development in and around Ottawa County. Leadership Ottawa County is a community leadership development program that annually brings community leaders together to share and learn about diverse areas of interest about the community as well as share their own unique experiences and backgrounds. Participants have the opportunity to learn more about their community through a program of activities, projects, and field trips to broaden their perspective and enhance their leadership skills to address community needs and opportunities.

Students at Bataan and Jefferson Elementary Schools teamed up with their parents to host a very successful blood drive at Bataan Memorial Elementary School on Monday, March 30. Terri Shinn, Donor Recruitment Representative, American Red Cross, visited classrooms earlier in the month to explain the process of giving blood and answering questions from students. Students then took the information home to parents asking adults to participate in the blood drive. The result was that 72 units of blood were donated. That has the potential to save 216 lives. (For every unit of blood given up to three lives can be saved.) Shinn reported what was even more impressive is that of the 85 people who came through the doors on Monday, 55% were first time donors. The Port Clinton Elementary Parents Club sponsored the American Red Cross Pint Size Hero program and organized the event. Parent volunteers included: Brenda Bagovich, Diane Ball, Sarah Chapman, Beth Garza, Kari George, Carl Kessler, Rachel Lawson and Jill Martinez. Port Clinton High School student volunteers assisting with the child care area included: Shelby Anderson, Emily Finley, Rachel Finley, Jeremy Newton, Melanie Oreskovich and Jessica Rodwancy. An expanded blood drive next year is possible due to the overwhelming response from parents and the community. Also, the Port Clinton Elementary students are “pint-size heroes” for helping to raise the awareness about the importance The March Session of Leadership Ottawa County brought students to two of Ottawa of blood donation. County’s largest employers.

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Dear Editor, St. Boniface School/Church would like to thank each and every volunteer (cooks, fish fryers, clean up, servers, behind the scenes) for generously donating your timeless energy and efforts and making our recent Lenten fish fries a huge success. We would also like to thank all the parishners and families who donated generous salads and desserts. We greatly appreciate your generosity. Our final “all you can eat” fish fry is this Friday, April 3 from 4 to 7 p.m. St. Boniface Support Group Pete Johnson-Chair Patti Kirsch Sandy Reitzel Dear Editor, Over the last 10 years there has been a push to introduce students to “volunteerism”. Now Senator Sherrod Brown of Ohio is sponsoring Senate Bill #227 calling for mandatory volunteerism. This genius for some reason can’t see that the notion of mandatory volunteerism is in itself a self contra-

dictory concept. George Washington told us government is “force”. To force someone to volunteer is counterintuitive. I’m sure Senator Brown couldn’t find his Constitution much less deal with that pesky little 13th amendment which prohibits involuntary servitude or slavery. There is however much more to this idiotic bill. First, under Socialism the individual and or his property are always sacrificed to the collective or the group. Socialism is incremental and usually starts with conditioning. This bill would introduce or condition young people to a philosophy of serfdom. Dr Emmanuel Forgolou said that volunteerism could be a piece of the puzzle that could “transfer America into a slave nation”. 18th century philosopher Emmanual Kant had a lot to say about volunteerism and how easy it can morph into a duty. Then the only question becomes duty to whom? There is nothing wrong with volunteerism as long as it remains voluntary. Senator Brown should voluntarily resign. Jim Boehm Port Clinton

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At the regular meeting of the Danbury Township Board of Trustees held March 25, 2009 the following business was conducted: • Information regarding a quote for architectural services will be forthcoming from The Collaborative, Inc. for discussion at the next regular meeting. • A report prepared by Safety Coordinator Deb Burley-Biro regarding safety and the drug-free workplace program was reviewed. The trustees and fiscal officer signed a statement of support and voluntary participation in the drug-free workplace program. • A request for a written opinion regarding the purchase of lawnmowers has been submitted to the Ohio Ethics Commission. • Trustees agreed to submit letters to those property owners on Mistic Bay Blvd. who have obstructions in the township right-of-way. • A quote from General Appraiser Joe Passabet was approved in the amount of $1,150 for a Natureworks grant-mandated narrative appraisal summary for three acres of property the township will purchase from Timothy Nash.

• Two grant-mandated Phase 1 archaeological surveys were completed by Weller & Associates. Both surveys stated no historical properties will be affected. • Seasonal employee Marion Grate will return to work on April 6 on an as-needed basis. • Trustees approved the purchase of seven new police vests. • Trustees authorized a donation of $6,000 to the Ottawa County Sheriff ’s Marine Patrol as requested by Chief Deputy Randy Riedmaier. The amount is the same as the board contributed in 2008. • The board will investigate a nuisance complaint regarding property located at 9268 E. Bayshore Road. • Trustees signed the renewal for the zoning inspector’s bond. • A transfer of $500,000 from the Marblehead Bank checking account to Star Ohio Investment was approved. • Bills in the amount of $47,753.64 were approved. • Police Chief Michael Meisler reported 257 incidents to date in March. • Zoning Inspector Rhonda Botti Sowers reported seven permits written to date in March.

Veterans’ Papers to be Closed to Public A new Ohio law mandates that service discharge records will be closed to the public for 75 years from the time they are filed in the Recorder’s office. The public has until the close of the business day on April 3 to view records at the Recorder’s Office in the Ottawa County courthouse in Port Clinton. After April 6 most military service dis-

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BeaconBits I spent most of the past weekend near Clarksburg, West Virginia, and spring weather is a lot more advanced there than it is here. There was lots of green grass, for one thing, noticeable from the car further south. Also seen were these wonderful harbingers of the coming season; daffodils and crocus in full bloom, some (not a lot) of forsythia in partial bloom and also tulip foliage pushing out of the ground but without blooms as yet. Garden centers looked good and were colorful from the road, featuring mostly perennial plants if I stopped to look. Coming home on Sunday the temperature was almost 70 degrees and weather was fair and warm and balmy in Clarksburg. Then coming north the temperatures dropped steadily, until here at home the thermometer was registering 33 degrees by evening with a snowstorm in the Clyde area. Let’s all hope for warmer weather soon! ~~~~~ Deadline for ordering trees from the Ottawa Soil and Water Conservation District is right now. These trees, mostly very small seedlings, are sold at extremely good prices. Evergreens (such as spruce, arborvitae and cedar) along with several kinds of deciduous trees and shrubs make up this year’s offerings. And there are also a butterfly house and a wildflower mix of seeds that will grow into plants that attract butterflies to the garden. So, call 419-898-1595 for information about what is available. Order, pay and you’ll receive a

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The Master Gardners of Sandusky and Ottawa counties have organized a recycling program for horticultural plastic. In Ottawa County the sites are: Bench’s Greenhouse, 18063 West St. Rt. 105, Elmore; Bench’s Farms, 9159 Jerusalem Rd. (St.Rt.2), Curtice, OH and Barnes Nursery, 1283 NE Catawba Rd., Port Clinton. These participating businesses will be ready to collect recyclable plastic starting May 1 and will continue to do so through October 31. Collection times at the different site will be their normal business hours. Clearly marked recycling bins will be located on each of these businesses for participants to drop off their plastic. Gardners, growers and agricultural businesses can bring any plastic to these collection sites. Items accepted include pots, flats, trays, cell packs and nursery tubs after the plant material and soil removed. Other items collected include plastic sheeting, stretch warp and any plastic containers, bottles, jugs and bags. Except 225 Madison St. • Port Clinton for agricultural and garden 419-734-9939 chemical containers (these must be triple rinsed), no major cleaning is required. Plastic dropped off at these sites will be collected by PIPO, Inc. of Norwalk, OH and will be used for their purposes or will go to another user. Elaine Mylander is the Massame price or less ter Gardner’s coordinator of this project. Good ood everyday open at 5:30am For additional information, Includes Carryout • Must present Coupon contact Joe Johnson at 419Expires 04/08/09 • Excludes Gratuity & Tax 332-0908.

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DEATH NOTICES Shirley Mae Taylor Shirley Mae Taylor, 71, of Port Clinton, OH, passed away, Thursday, March 26, 2009 at Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky, OH. Visitation for Shirley was March 29 in the Gerner-Wolf-Walker Funeral Home and Crematory. Funeral services were conducted by Pastor Chuck Kaylor on March 30 in the funeral home. Burial followed in LaCarpe Cemetery, LaCarne, OH. ••• Greer Joseph Chio Greer J. Chio, 95, formerly of Tiffin Street in Port Clinton, passed away peacefully at Elmwood Assisted Living, Fremont, OH. Funeral services were conducted March 27 at the Robinson-Walker Funeral Home & Crematory, Oak Harbor. Visitation was March 26 at the funeral home. Interment was in Elliston Cemetery, Graytown, OH. ••• William J. Feczer William J. Feczer, Sr., 75, of Catawba Island, passed away March 27, 2009 at his residence. Friends called March 29 at the Neidecker, LeVeck & Crosser Funeral Home, 1124 Fulton Street, Port Clinton. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated March 30 at the Immaculate Conception Church, 414 Madison Street, Port Clinton. The Rev. John C. Missler officiated. Burial followed in Catawba Island Cemetery with military honors conducted by the American Legion.

Bradley D. Schlagheck, 22, Oak Harbor, teacher to Stacy K. Laubacher, 23, Oak Harbor, teacher Dennis G. Uszak, 51, Put-in-Bay, maintenance to Agnieszka A. Poroszewska, 26, Putin-Bay, office clerk Randy A. Carpenter, 42, Oak Harbor, account mgr. to Crystal M. Smith, 26, Oak Harbor, ophthalmic technicia Keith V. Shook, 43, Oak Harbor, truck driv-

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BIRTHS A baby boy was born February 18, 2009 in Firelands Regional Medical Center to Tiffany and Joshua Barnhill of Port Clinton. ••• Keith and Michelle Stewart of Port Clinton had a baby girl on March 5, 2009. The baby was born in Firelands Regional Medical Center.

••• A baby boy was born in Firelands Regional Medical Center on March 5, 2009 to Courtney and Chris Bergman of Port Clinton.

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Schools Flagship Award Winners Announced The Flagship Awards are part of Port Clinton City School Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recognition program to honor parents, community members, staff and students who help the district fulfill its motto of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Proudly Charting a Course for Successâ&#x20AC;?. At the February 23 and March 23 meetings, the Port Clinton Board of Education recognized the following individuals with Flagship Awards: Seth Benner, Captain Award Seth Benner is a physical education teacher at Port Clinton High School as well as a coach. He is the past Girls Varsity Volleyball coach and current PCHS Track Coach. He is honored for his dedication to students both in the classroom and outside of the school day. Anyone who knows Seth realizes the countless hours he spends helping students outside of the classroom. For several years, Seth has volunteered his time to help students improve their skills all year round. Most recently he has volunteered to coach a group of 7th and 8th grade girls interested in volleyball. When working with students, he is always knowledgeable, genuine and kind. The Port Clinton City School District is fortunate to have Benner as a member of the faculty, and students will continue to benefit from his dedication. Pastor Jim Lehman, Crew Award The Port Clinton City School District is fortunate to have many friends in the community. One person in particular, Pastor Jim Lehman, has been a friend of the school district since his arrival in Port Clinton. Even though he has never had children attend the schools, he is one of the biggest fans. He is always willing to serve on committees or help promote children and schools. He served on the Strategic Planning Team in 2003 and has volunteered once again to serve on an action team for this round of strategic planning. He helps foster the relationship between the schools and the local Ministerial Association as well as Rotary. The staff and students of the Port Clinton City School District are fortunate to have the commitment and dedication to children and education from Pastor Jim Lehman. Diane Ball, First Mate Award Diane Ball is a familiar face within the Port Clinton City School District, volunteering for a number of projects and committees. She has been a very active member of the Port Clinton Elementary Parents Club for several years, serving as the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Treasurer for four years. This past summer she spearheaded the Jefferson playground renovation and spent numerous hours talking with workers, coordinating volunteer efforts, watering the grass and supervising the ordering of the new equipment. Students at Jefferson Elementary have benefited from all of her hard workâ&#x20AC;Śan enlarged and

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Danbury PTCO Plans Family Fun Night A spaghetti dinner will be held on Sunday, April 26 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. before a Danbury teachers vs. students basketball game at 6 p.m. Cost for the spaghetti dinner without the basketball game is $6 for adults and $3 for children 12 years old and under. The spaghetti dinner and basketball game combo is $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Presale family package discounts are

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Oak Harbor Resident Wins Award in Juried Exhibition Oak Harbor resident Hallie Dahlhofer received the Sculpture Award in the 2009 Juried Student Exhibition at Ashland University’s Coburn Gallery. The award carries a $100 cash prize. A sophomore majoring in commercial art,

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The Walmart FLW Walleye League Michigan Division will stage its first tournament of the season April 4 on Lake Erie in Port Clinton. The tournament is expected to draw as many as 200 weekend walleye anglers to the area, with Boater Division competitors casting for a top award of as much as $9,000 and co-anglers in the hunt for a top award of as much as $3,500. Anglers will take off from West Harbor Public Launch Ramp located at 1955 N.E. Catawba Road in Port Clinton at 7 a.m., and the weigh-in will be held there beginning at 3 p.m. The community is invited to attend both the takeoff

Lake Erie Wing Watch This Weekend The 17th annual Lake Erie Wing Watch Event is coming to Port Clinton on Saturday, April 4 and will be held at the Port Clinton High School from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. A “Breakfast with the Birds” is planned at Magee Marsh wildlife area at 7 a.m. Birding experts from across the state will present sessions

Volunteers Needed The FLW Outdoors Walleye Tournament is looking for volunteers to assist with the launch and weigh in. The launch will be at West Harbor on Catawba, and volunteers are needed starting at 5 a.m. to approximately 7 a.m. For the afternoon weigh-in, volunteers are needed starting at 2:30 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Waterworks Park. RSVP your availability to the Port Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce at 419-734-5503 ASAP or email pcacc@cros.net. Upon arrival, look for Duane Myers with the Ottawa County Visitors Bureau.

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LAKESIDE CONDO This 2 bedroom condo, is completely furnished and in an excellent location close to Hoover Auditorium, downtown shopping and eateries, fishing pier and Park. GOOD PRICE, EXCELLENT BUY. To view this outstanding property call BARB GILLUM 419-265-1331.

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CATAWBA WOODS ESTATE Great location,4 BR, hardwood floors, lots of storage, 2 car attached garage. Preview at www.3750Appell.com then call LEN PARTIN.

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BEAUTIFUL DOUBLE LOT Just inside the gate of the Catawba Cliffs. Present owner recently tore down existing home, leaving a manicured lot, ready for your dream home to be built. Priced $69,900. View www.LedgeRd.com or call PATTI or DEBI. CHARMING CENTURY 8 room home with 3 BR, 2 BA, nestled on 0.9 acre wooded lot. Enclosed porch & 12x26 deck plus 2 car attached garage & 30x40 barn. Great deal at $169,900. View at www.4IslandPines.com or call LEN PARTIN.

ENTERTAINMENT CENTRAL Deeded dock, custom touches, completely furnished and includes appliances. Floor plan is perfect for entertaining. Even the tools in 2+ car garage are included. View www.5730Windjammer.com or call CHERI. REDUCED! GREAT FOR ENTERTAINING 3BR, 2 BA, well-maintained ranch in Marblehead, with lake views. On .48 acre with a great glass-enclosed room. Now only $279,999! Go to www.102Glacial.com then call RUTH DOUGLAS.

DUPLEX W/MANY UPDATES Upstairs apt. recently renovated. Separate utilities. For more details visit www.621EThird.com or call DEBBIE CONTE. ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES Adorable & affordable, starter or retirement, summer cottage or rental. Many Updates. Seller motivated. Preview at www.321-Washington.com then call DEBI or PATTI.

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on waterfowl, shorebirds, raptor and warbler identification. There will also be sessions on photography, birding bloopers, bird song and songbird timing and weather. Whether you are just beginning to bird, or have been at it for many years, there will be entertainment for all. There will be exhibits from local birding and conservation groups where attendees can purchase birding and nature related items, pick up information and talk to people about various birding sites in Ohio. On Friday evening, April 3, there will be a woodcock walk by Black Swamp Bird Observatory. On Saturday night there is an open house at Back to the Wild in Castalia, and on Sunday there are bird walks at various sites in Erie, Ottawa and Lorain counties. Registration for the entire weekend is $35 for pre-registration and $40 the day of the event. To view the complete schedule, go to www.LakeErieWingWatch.com or call the Ottawa County Visitors Bureau at 1-800-441-1271 to pre-register.

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and weigh-in, which are free and open to the public. Boaters and co-anglers are randomly paired for the event and fish for a combined boat weight. Boaters compete against other boaters, and co-anglers compete against other co-anglers. Cash payouts extend through 20th place based on a full field of 100 boats. For more information about FLW Outdoors and its tournaments, visit FLWOutdoors.com or call (270) 252-1000. For more information about FLW Fantasy Fishing and Player’s Advantage, visit FantasyFishing.com.

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Sports 2009 PCHS Awards Banquet – Bowling Varsity Girls: 17-6; 3rd Conference; 4th Sectionals; 15th District Varsity Boys: 18-7; 2nd Conference Tournament; 2nd Conference; 1st PC Tournament; 5th Sectional; 8th District; Justin Netherland qualified for State Tournament Singles, 15th JV Boys: 20-1; 1st Conference (12-0); 2nd Conference Tournament JV Girls: 4-9 JV Championship Awards Trophies & Jacket Medals- Jordan Wiewandt, Matt Patterson, Jeremy Newton, Jacob Buckingham, Nathan Van Hoose, Corey Bennett, Jonny Newton. Jon Koch, Jacket Medal Special Awards for Improved Players Improvement: Ally Williams + 26.08; Corey Bennett + 21.89 and Matt Patterson + 17.5

Most Improved: Emma Blevins + 35.48, Jacob Buckingham + 40.2 Recognition for Honorable Mention, All Conference: Alex Viery, missed 2nd Team by 7 pins after 29 games, 25 pin Captain’s Awards: Morgan Meisler, Hillary Wertenbach and Justin Netherland Varsity Bowling Awards Miss 10th Frame: Hillary Wertenbach 37.29 % strikes; Mr. 10th Frame: Justin Netherland 57.24% strikes; Miss Striker: Morgan Meisler 33.05% * school record; Mr. Striker: Justin Netherland 52.4%; Miss Sparemaker: Ashley Zoeller 66.96%; Mr. Sparemaker: Justin Netherland 78.33% * school record; Miss Hi Average: Ashley Zoeller 161.39; Mr. Hi Average: Justin Netherland 202.76; Coaches Award : Alex Viery. This is awarded to the

player who best displays a great attitude, effort, teamwork, work ethic, leadership, performance and is coachable. Letter Awards JV Girls: Lisa Ashton, Amber Gosser, Taylor Murphy, Rachel Rofker and Courtney Whiting JV Boys: Jacob Buckingham, Rayshaud Grant, Zach Knecht, Jon Koch, Jeremy Newton, Jonny Newton, Matt Patterson, Henry Rofkar, Austin Rospert, Nathan Van Hoose and Jordan Wiewandt Varsity Girls: Emma Blevins, Ashlee Gosser, Morgan Meisler, Hillary Wertenbach, Ally Williams, Ashley Zoeller Varsity Boys: Corey Bennett, Jared Dunn, Cody McDavitt, Justin Netherland, Phillip Spitler, Alex Viery

2008-2009 Danbury High School Winter Sports Awards Cheerleaders Certificate of Participation: Becka Hartman, Katie Scott, Morgan Scott, Hailey Hammersmith, Bridget Calhoun, Taylor Brown, Courtney Bird, Katie Stecher, Asia Ameigh Most Valuable Cheerleader: Asia Ameigh Spirit Award: Katie Stecher Coaches Award: Taylor Brown Leadership Award: Morgan Scott Booster Academic Achievement Award: Asia Ameigh Girls’ Basketball Certificate of Participation: Felicia Beverick, Tiffany Seamon, Samantha Molnar First Year Letter: Kayla Oxendale, K.C. Oxendale, Brittany Isom Second Year Letter: Tori England

Third Year Letter: Heather Bahnsen, Christine Longer, Jackie Lammers, Destiny Taylor Offensive Player of the Year: Christine Longer Defensive Player of the Year: Heather Bahnsen Most Improved Player: Tori England Coaches Award: Destiny Taylor Booster Academic Achievement Award: Kayla Oxendale, K.C. Oxendale, Sam Molnar, Destiny Taylor K of C Most Valuable Player: Christine Longer K of C Sportsmanship Award: Jackie Lammers Boys’ Basketball Certificate of Participation: John Grieve, Billy Burke, Mike Bossetti, Dakota Hruby, Ben Adams, Dalton Chapman, Branden Burke, Lucas Kennedy

First Year Letter: Rodney Johnson, Steven Feyedelem, Nathan Hartman, Tyler Boring, Hunter Stephens Second Year Letter: Jake Krynock, Troy Hammersmith, Vince Manuella Fourth Year Letter: Mike Hamann Best Offensive Player: Mike Hamann Best Defensive Player: Rodney Johnson Most Improved Player: Tyler Boring Coaches Award: Vince Manuella Booster Academic Achievement Award: Troy Hammersmith K of C Most Valuable Player: Mike Hamann K of C Sportsmanship Award: Jake Krynock

Coffin’sCorner BY KAREN COFFIN

Scholarships? Attending youth sporting events, you will assuredly hear discussions about getting a scholarship. Generally, the advice is about specializing early, playing on traveling teams, working year- round etc. It seems one of the main motivations for getting kids into sports today is the prospect of earning money. If you have read my previous columns, you know I think there are huge dangers in this approach. Doing my best to be objective, I offer insights on scholarships which may not be general knowledge. Check out www.NCAA.org for a wealth of excellent information. Be sure to research the student and eligibility sections of the website. My comments are directed to students and are gleaned from discussions with athletes and their parents as well as observations of the collegiate scene. This is my perspective only. Do your own homework. General: Divisions I and II offer athletic scholarships. Division III doesn’t. Many athletes, especially in non-revenue sports, receive partial awards. A coach only has so many scholarships to give and may split one among players. Title IX has made it easier for girls to receive money as colleges scramble to comply with anti-discrimination laws. There are disagreements about Title IX, but there is no doubt it has made a huge, positive difference for female athletes. Benefits: The money! It goes strictly for school expenses, not spending money. Status. You’re a celebrity in high school. Your parents, friends and fans are understandably proud of your accomplishments. This may change for better or worse when you get to college. Perks: You might receive class scheduling preference, better housing, better food, and tutoring. There may be better coaches, uniforms, equipment and facilities. (Not always!) Travel can be exciting. Opportunities. You will have access to leadership positions because you are an athlete. Your resume will be more impressive, as employers value the discipline and work ethic of elite athletes. You may serve as

a role model to kids. Future. You can make lifetime friends and memories. You could earn impressive awards. Even though chances are very slim, you might go on to a pro career. Satisfaction. Being “paid” to continue playing the sport you love is a great feeling. Concerns: Responsibilities. Being a college athlete can be a full time job, especially on a full ride at a Division I school. You will spend a part, sometimes all, of nearly every day of the college year and more, working on your sport as directed by your coach. It may take longer to graduate because of this. Much of your student life is dictated by your sport. Conditioning and study tables are two examples, and there are many more. Some programs are more flexible and take academic issues into consideration. Many athletes thrive under the structured environment, but you need to understand the commitment you make. Pressure. College sports, especially popular programs, have high pressure environments. The coach’s job probably depends on his/her won-lost record, and that may color the treatment of athletes. It can be a terrific experience to play under these conditions, but realize that it is a business in many respects. Status. Your confidence may be badly shaken. There

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are way too many high school stars that earn scholarships, go to school and are disillusioned. Some come home and others stay but quit the sport. It can be a shock to experience the reality of college life and athletics. Often, there is a loss of the star status enjoyed in high school when surrounded by others who are very talented. You need to arrive with realistic expectations and be prepared to struggle at first. Give yourself a chance to adjust and succeed. An athletic scholarship can be a dream come true, but it is not the main reason to play sports. There is so much more to be gained than money. The real benefits can be priceless. Karen Coffin, retired coach, is a member of the P.C.H.S. Athletic Hall of Fame. She speaks to coaches and parents about “Success Skills for Sports”. Send questions, comments or suggested topics to coachcoffin @cros.net.

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THE GOVERNMENT DESIGNATED DANGER ZONES OFF THE SHORES OF CAMP PERRY AND THE ERIE INDUSTRIAL PARK CONTINUES TO BE USED FOR FIRING OF LARGE CALIBER INERT ARTILLERY, ANTIAIRCRAFT WEAPONS, SMALL ARMS AND OTHER DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE ACTIVITIES. RESTRICTED ENTRY AS PROVIDED BY TITLE 33, UNITED STATES CODE, IS BEING ENFORCED. ALL PERSONS MUST STAY CLEAR OF THESE ZONES DURING PERIODS OF FIRING ACTIVITY. BOATERS, FISHERMEN, AND AIRCRAFT PILOTS SHOULD REFER TO THE NOAA MARINE NAVIGATIONAL CHART #14830 AND THE TOLEDO AIR SECTIONAL CHART RESPECTIVELY FOR EXACT BOUNDARIES. THE CAMP PERRY STROBE LIGHT LOCATED AT 41° 32’ 15” N AND 083° 01’ 00” W WILL BE ACTIVATED AND RED RANGE FLAGS DISPLAYED DURING CONDUCT OF FIRING. ALL PERSONS MUST STAY OUTSIDE THE BOUNDARIES MARKED AS RANGE “DANGER ZONE I” AND RANGE “DANGER ZONE II”, SHOWN ON THE CHART (CAMP PERRY FIRING RANGE) ATTACHED HERETO. THESE BOUNDARIES AFFECT TWO DANGER ZONES: LAKE ERIE DANGER ZONE I EXTENDS 3.5 MILES OFFSHORE INCLUDING THE AIRSPACE TO 5,000’ ABOVE GROUND LEVEL (AGL) AND MAY BE IN USE BETWEEN 6 A.M. AND 6 P.M. DAILY, INCLUDING WEEKENDS, DURING THE ENTIRE CALENDAR YEAR OF 2008. LAKE ERIE DANGER ZONE II EXTENDS 10 MILES OFFSHORE INCLUDING THE AIRSPACE TO 23,000’ AGL. FIRING IN THIS ZONE IS NORMALLY CONDUCTED BETWEEN 8 A.M. AND 5 P.M., MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY EXCEPT FEDERAL HOLIDAYS. EXTENSION TO THESE HOURS WILL BE PUBLISHED UNDER A SEPARATE NOTICE. DURING THE BOATING SEASON, THESE ZONES ARE NORMALLY MARKED WITH ORANGE AND WHITE BUOYS BEARING THE WORDS “RANGE DANGER ZONE”. THE 2008 RANGE ACTIVITY WILL NOT REQUIRE THE TOTAL USE OF DANGER ZONE II. CONSEQUENTLY, A MODIFIED DANGER ZONE II FOR 2008 WILL BE IDENTIFIED BY A SERIES OF 14 BUOYS PLACED ON A WEST TO EAST LINE. APPROXIMATELY TWO AND ONEHALF MILES SOUTH OF USCG BUOYS A, B AND C. THE BUOYS WILL BE NUMBERED II-32 THROUGH II-19 (FROM WEST TO EAST). THE AREA NORTH OF THIS LINE OF BUOYS WILL BE SAFE FOR MARINERS DURING PERIODS OF FIRING INTO DANGER ZONE II (SEE CHART). MARINERS DESIRING GENERAL INFORMATION ON NAVIGATION OR PUBLIC USE OF THESE ZONES WILL CONTACT THE CAMP PERRY RANGE SAFETY OFFICE ON MARINE VHF CHANNEL 16, OR TELEPHONE 614-336-6245/6203 FOR SPECIFIC FIRING SCHEDULES. FOR RANGE EMERGENCIES ONLY CALL 614-336-6262.

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INCLUDES: LUBE, WHERE APPLICABLE $19.95 NEW OIL FILTER INSTALLED, WITH OUT GENUINE UP TO 5 QTS. MAJOR BRAND OIL CREDIT CARD. Using the oil recommended for your vehicle helps save fuel. Must present coupon to get this offer. Offer includes up to five quarts of Motorcraft Oil and Motorcraft filter. Taxes, Diesel vehicles & Shelby’s and disposal fees extra. Expires 4/17/09. See Bob at Port Clinton Ford!!!

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Business Huntington Names General Manager Theresa M. Kirkpatrick has been named Banking Office General Manager for Huntington’s Port Clinton and Peninsula branches, announced Sharon Speyer, Regional President. Kirkpatrick previously had served in the Huntington Investment Company and as a Banking Office Manager in early 2000. Her experience, coupled with her involvement in the community, make her a valuable asset to the Huntington team. She resides in Marblehead with her family.

Home Instead Senior Care Adds Staff

Local Prudential Agent Qualifies for Honor Prudential Financial, Inc. announced that Dan Jadwisiak, an agent with The Prudential Insurance Company of America’s Buckeye Mountain Agency, located at 2108 East Harbor Road, has qualified for membership in the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) – one of the life insurance industry’s most prestigious organizations. “Dan exemplifies everything that MDRT stands for – the highest standards of professionalism, competence, integrity and putting the needs of our customers first,” said John

Greene, president of Agency Distribution at Prudential. “We are very proud of Dan and congratulate him on an outstanding year.” MDRT membership is based on excellence in customer sales and service, and only a small percentage of life insurance and financial services professionals qualify for membership each year. Jadwisiak, a resident of Port Clinton, can be reached at dan. jadwisiak@prudential.com and at (419) 734-6433.

New Eatery Specializes in Gourmet Hot Dogs

The Teenee Weenee Hut is now open for business at Portside Inn at 1811 E. Perry Street in Port Clinton. Tom Gioffredo, founder of the Weenee Hut in Sandusky, has expanded to Port Clinton and is now serving gourmet hot dogs for lunch and dinner. The restaurant specializes in gourmet hot dogs including Home Instead Senior Care has announced the addition of Michele Mu- specialty dogs like, the Fuel Tank (chili, cheese and onion), eller to its staff as Community Service the Island dog (baked beans, bacon, coleslaw, cheddar cheese Representative. Mueller, a native of Port Clinton, graduated from Bowling State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications. She comes to Home Instead Senior Care with a background in public relations and marketing from her experience as Associate Director of Two job fairs highlight the April schedule for the NorthAdmissions at Adrian College and Ex- coast Jobs Connection in Ottawa County. ecutive Director of the Ottawa County Northcoast Job Fair – Saturday, April 18 from 10:30 a.m. Visitors Bureau. She is a member of the Port Clinton Board to 1:30 p.m. at the Ottawa County Welcome Center, 770 of Education and BGSU Firelands advisory committee. Mi- SE Catawba Road, Port Clinton (across from Harbor Light chele and her husband, Matt, reside in Port Clinton with Landing on SR 53 North). If you’re looking for year-round, their family. seasonal or summer employment in the service field, this Home Instead Senior Care is a non-medical provider of job fair is for you. Be ready by bringing along information companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, med- to complete applications, plenty of resumes, work referencication reminders, errands and incidental transportation. All es and two forms of ID. Be ready to interview. Call the Job of these services allow seniors to improve their quality of life Store, 419-898-3688, ext. 270, for more information. and help them maintain their independence. If you would Northcoast Jobs Connection Career Expo 2009 – Wedneslike more information about services or employment, call day, April 22 from 1 to 6 p.m. at Kalahari NIA Center, 7000 419-734-5050. Kalahari Drive, Sandusky (One mile south of Route 2 off Route 250). Free admission for all job seekers. Bring resumes and be prepared to interview. Help with resume preparation and interviewing skills available the all Job Stores prior to the Career Fair. Details at www.northcoastjobs.org or call 419-624-6451. The Northcoast Jobs Connection Job Stores and the SenRealtor Lisa Deuschle, a “Luxury eca One Stop offer numerous services and resources for job Home Specialist”, has joined Street So- seekers and employers. Seminars are free and open to anyone theby’s International Realty of Catawba in the community. The seminars are also available to be cusIsland. The business’s new office is lo- tomized for employers and delivered on site. cated next to the Mon Ami Winery. The area seminar dates in April at the Ottawa County Lisa personalized service can be re- Community Resource Centre, 8043 W. SR 163 in Oak Hartained by calling her at 419-308-8312 bor are: or on her web sites at www.LuxuryApril 16 – 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. – “Get a Job or a Better Job, LakeErieHomes.com or www.Lisa- POD”. Learn how to prepare for and conduct a successful HasHomes.com. job search. This session includes a review of unemployment services provided by the state, information about other com-

and BBQ sauce) and The Tuscan (marinara sauce, banana peppers, and mozzarella cheese). The best seller is called the Mother of All Dogs and is a half pound, 10 inch, Black Angus hot dog that comes with any topping the customer desires. Lunch is served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and dinner is served from 5 p.m. to closing. Limited delivery is available. For more information, call Portside Inn and the Teenee Weenee Hut at 419-732-7700.

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munity resources and a free lunch. April 17 – 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. – “Individual Resume Writing Assistance”. Work one-on-one with a specialist and produce a good resume before you leave. By appointment only by calling 419-898-3688 or 1-800-665-1677, ext. 270. April 23 – 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. – “Think Like a Boss”. Learn about the employer side of the job search and how they view initiative, productivity, reputation and networking. April 30 – 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. – “Customer Service”. Get information about customer expectations, handling complaints and rituals. Discuss good responses, customer loyalty, human needs and telephone etiquette. Job Store officials are asking that people who are interested in these workshops should register by emailing Carol Guice at cguice@terra.edu or by calling her at 419-307-1189. For more information on the Job Stores, log onto www. northcoastjobs.org. Or in Ottawa County, call the Job Store at 800-665-1677 or 419-898-3688, ext. 270 or call Denise Ventrone at 419-898-6242 at the Community Improvement Corporation. The Job Store is a collaboration of 23 partners in Erie, Huron, Ottawa, Sandusky and Seneca counties and is funded by those organizations through the Workforce Investment Act under contract with Terra Community College. The Job Store is located at 2511 Countryside Drive and is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday. All basic services are free of charge. It is located at 8043 W. State Route 163, Oak Harbor and is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. All basic services are free of charge.

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Healthpoint Training Center Opens In Oak Harbor Those interested in finding jobs in the medical field now have a convenient location to get their training. Healthpoint Nurse Aide Training Center, located in Oak Harbor on the corner of Locust Street and Main Street, provides a training center large enough to accommodate twenty-four students per class. Owners, Deb Wilt of Bascom and Katrina Millinger of Oak Harbor are both registered nurses. They have been in the training business for several years and have been approved by the Ohio Department of Health to give individualized hands-on instruction for the three-week classes. Both nurses feel a strong commitment to educating individuals to be compassionate caregivers. Deb and Katrina have worked in long-term care facilities and in Hospice and know what dedication it requires to care for those who are ill. A total of eighty-eight hours is all it takes to begin a career in healthcare with many local job opportunities for the graduates. Healthpointâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s next class starts on Monday, April 13. More information can be obtained by calling the center at 419-898-2024.

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Financial Focus How to Invest During a Recession We are now finishing the 16th month of the recession, which began in December GARY COON, 2007, according to the National Bureau of EDWARD JONES Economic Research. Not only is this a long INVESTMENTS recession, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a severe one, marked by painfully high levels of job losses, a sharply reduced credit flow and a drop in the value of many investments. Still, despite all the bad news, there are valid reasons to believe that brighter days lie ahead. But you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to wait for things to turn around before taking steps to help your own financial future. Here are some actions to consider: â&#x20AC;˘ Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cut back on your 401(k). During difficult economic times, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard for many people to assume their jobs are safe. But if you are fairly confident your employment situation is secure, continue investing in your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan. The tax advantages of these types of plans â&#x20AC;&#x201D; not to mention the employerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s match, if one is offeredâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; make them ideal savings vehicles for retirement. Of course, your plan probably has taken a hit over the past year, but thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the case for many investments. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve chosen a good mix of investments, your plan should recover at some point. â&#x20AC;˘ Diversify, diversify, diversify. Generally speaking, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a good idea to tie up more than 5 percent of your portfolio in a single investment. Spread your investment dollars among a wide range of stocks, bonds, certificates of deposit and other securities. For a rough idea on how well youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve diversified, ask yourself: â&#x20AC;&#x153;If the value of a few of my stocks and bonds declined and didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t recover, would it be extremely painful for me financially?â&#x20AC;? If the answer is â&#x20AC;&#x153;yes,â&#x20AC;? you probably need more diversification. Of course, diversification by itself cannot guarantee a profit or protect against loss, but it can give you more chances for success and reduce the effects of volatility on your portfolio. â&#x20AC;˘ Think long term. Your investments may have lost 30 percent to 40 percent of their value from October 2007 to the present â&#x20AC;&#x201D; which may seem like a long time. Yet quality investments often need much longer periods to show significant growth. So while it can be painful to endure short-term losses, you need to develop the discipline to hold your investments for many years. â&#x20AC;˘ Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t reach for high yields. When the stock market is down, many investors turn to bonds that offer high yields, reasoning that bonds are always safer than stocks. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be fooled into this line of thinking; high-yield bonds mean high-risk bonds. If the issuer defaults, you could lose your principal. Stick with investment-grade bonds. â&#x20AC;˘ Look for opportunities. Instead of avoiding the financial markets, look for good investment opportunities. Because investment prices have fallen so much, your dollars can now buy more shares. Historically, buying shares at lower prices has often led to higher returns over the long term. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re receiving dividends, now is an especially good time to reinvest them. You probably canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t avoid all the negative effects of the recession. But by following the above suggestions, you can help avoid getting thrown off track on your journey toward your financial goals. This article was provided by Edward Jones.

RealEstateTransfers Benton Township 3-24-09 Paul G. and Karen J. Obermyer to John A. Redman Jr., 2070 North LickertHarder Road, $190,000. Carroll Township 3-23-09 Gary D. Lescallett to Steven A. and Jennifer J. Oldiges, 6486 Harris Harbor, $24,000. 3-24-09 Steven J. Kuhlman to Steven A. and Jennifer J. Oldiges, 6486 Harris Harbor, $24,000. 3-24-09 John Westfere to Bank of New York, 6432 North Harris Harbor Drive, $58,000. 3-27-09 John F. and Laura L. Ross to Homer and Brenda Porter, 6478 North Harris Harbor, $105,500. Sand Beach 3-25-09 Andrew J. Nichols to Timothy and Sharon L. Johnson, 8271 Division Street, $175,000.

Catawba Township 3-27-09 Thomas and Shirley Garrison to Joseph and Ellen J. Sheaffer, 1623 NE Catawba Road, $63,500. 3-26-09 Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation to Phil L. Graham, 5500 East Foxhaven Drive, $85,000. 3-26-09 Bear Creek Land to James W. Spicer II and Laura L. Spicer, 3951 North Coachmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trail, $54,000. Port Clinton City 3-23-09 James B. and Jean A. Johnson to David A. Koebel, 528 East Eleven Street, $115,000. 3-25-09 Diann Hammons and Jo Ann Cook to Douglas J. McDougall Jr., 711 Fulton Street, $126,500. 3-27-09 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company to Walter R. and Martha J. Brown, 504 West Second Street, $27,000.

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CONDOMINIUM FOR rent Oak Harbor Green Cove Canada Goose Court. This is a1 BR lovely ground floor unit, fully furnished and ready to use. Boat dock out your porch sliding door. W/D along with D/W. Furnishings almost new. Car port plus one extra parking spot. Min 6 mo lease $550.00/ mo, plus depo. 937-243-3245 or 937-642-8552 200 Apartment for rent FULLY FURNISHED Apt in Oak Harbor. Includes utilities 1 adult please 419-8982139

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PC SPACIOUS 1-2 BR upper duplex, 211 W. 4th St $425 7322593 PORT CLINTON 1&2 BDRM Apt. All appliances, includes dishwasher, washer dryer hookup, central air,gas heat, private patio, pool. 1 cat, no dogs. Rent starting at $495, includes water & sewer. 6 mo lease avil. 419-734-7422

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308 Garage or Yard Sales EASTER SALE Crafts - Baked goods - Rummage Sale April 4th 10AM-2PM Lakeview Estates High Rise 205 Buckeye Blvd.Port Clinton, OH

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LeMarin Townhome in gated community. 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths with vaulted ceilings, fireplace and patio off the dining area. $174,000

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Commodore Bay: 60x124 lot in newer subdivision. Includes 2-30ft docks with water & electric in private marina on the Bay. $74,900

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CATAWBA- Newer 4 bed 3 bath home in Catawba Cliffs. Open floor plan, 5 car garage, Viking appliances, 1st floor master, vaulted ceilings. Wrap around screened porch. 3845ridgedr.howardhanna.com $699,000 MARK HARTLINE 419-341-9999

PORT CLINTON- Income potential! Renovated 1 story duplex priced to sell! Each unit has a large living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms and 1 bath. Howardhanna. com/900694 $68,500 SHERYL MARTIN 419341-4424

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OPEN SAT 2-4 - 4412 FOREST GLEN 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. 4412eforestglenlane.howardhanna.com $329,900 LISA HORMAN 419-271-8110

OPEN SAT 1-3 - 399 LIGHTHOUSE OVAL MARBLEHEAD- Easy one floor living close to everything in vacation land! Well maintained single family home with many upgrades and view of Lake Erie. Vaulted ceilings, gas fp, corian counters, whirlpool tub and much more! Money back guarantee! 399northlighthouseoval.howardhanna. com $269,000 CHERYL HETRICK 419-2020144

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OPEN SAT 1-3 6508 TEAL BEND OAK HARBORTownhouse with 30ft floating dock adjacent to pool and playground area. Newer furnace/AC and windows. Sun room with panoramic view of pond. Howardhanna.com/806273 $94,500 SUE PIACENTINO 419-341-4945

CATAWBA- Indoor pool to keep you fit or just for fun. 4 bd. 2 ba. Cape Cod. 2591 sq. ft. Newer roof, range, countertops, refrig. & HVAC. Family Home in gated community. HowardHanna.com/805914 Call Mark Hartline 419-341-9999

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. 2160harborviewdrmarblehead.howardhanna.com $229,900 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-9188

CATAWBA ISLAND-4245 COLONY CLUB RD. * Beautiful community * Wood Burning Fireplace * Formal living & dining rooms * Association marina * Ready for immediate use! $329,000

CATAWBA ISLAND-5078 E. WATER ST. * Lakefront, steps to the PIB ferry * 5 bedrooms,3 baths * Lake views from enclosed porch * Priced below appraisal * Owner/Agent $749,000

CATAWBA ISLAND-1763 NE CATAWBA RD. #215 * Waterfront mobile w/ dockage * Nicely maintained * Newer carpeting & appliances * Wraparound waterfront deck * 2 bedrooms & 1 bath $199,000

JUST LISTED MARBLEHEAD- Lakefront luxury condo! 1842 sq ft one floor with panoramic unobstructed Lake view! Enjoy granite counters, marble flooring, custom cabinets, gas fireplace, heated garage and much more. Clubhouse, pool! Close to downtown. Howardhanna. com/901716 $385,000 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-9188

PORT CLINTON- Well maintained 2 bed 1 1/2 bath mobile home with wrap around porch on pond. Within walking distance to park, beach, restaurants and stores yet close nestled in a secluded park. Howardhanna.com/901743 $41,500 LISA HORMAN 419-271-8110

BY APPOINTMENT CATAWBA- Idyllic lakefront condo. Steps from private deck to sandy beach. 3 bed 2.5 bath. Assoc features fantastic pool with pool deck and putting green overlooking the islands of Lake Erie. Discreet Catawba location. Howardhanna.com/900278 $424,900 GLENNA BENDER 419-341-1579 MARBLEHEAD- 8 room motel or convert to 4 apartments! Great income potential. Lake views! Howardhanna.com/805646 $299,900 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-9188 PORT CLINTON- REDUCED! MOTIVATED SELLER! 4 bedrooms, open floor plan, vaulted ceiling, stone fireplace, and 80 ft of dockage! 657southtoledost.howardhanna.com NOW!$210,000 SUE PIACENTINO 419-3414945 PORT CLINTON- Spacious 3 bed 1 1/2 bath home with 3 season room, office nook, enclosed front porch and huge back yard with garage! Close to downtown Port Clinton,

schools, and beach and Riverfront! Money back guarantee! 310eastfourthst.howardhanna.com $128,500 KARMEN LUCAS 419656-9188 CATAWBA- 2 bed 2 bath condo overlooking West Harbor at Come Sail Away. 30ft deeded dock! Assoc features pool and whirlpool. Investment potential. Howardhanna.com/900189 $177,900 GLENNA BENDER 419-341-1579 FREMONT- Unbelievably decorated and remodled ranch in Ballville Twp. Granite and marble throughout. This 3bed, 2bath home on 1.3 acres. Home Warranty and Money Back Guarentee. $179,900 SHERYL MARTIN 419341-4424 PORT CLINTON- Income property 2– 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! Howardhanna.com/807365 $149,900 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-9188

* 33’ boat slip in West Harbor Cove. * Newer siding, roof, & carpeting * Canal views from the large covered deck! * upgraded heating & cooling systems. * Priced to sell! $42,000

SANDUSKY-327 CEDAR POINT RD. * Lakefront to Sandusky Bay! * Granite, and marble throughout featuring a * Wood-burning fireplace, built-ins, a * Custom kitchen * Private backyard, wildlife and bay views. $349,700

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