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VOL. 3 NUMBER 22 January 29, 2009

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—————— Anthony Munafo Caleb Enderle Dom Frank Around Town Anthony Munafo, son of Tony and Marisa Mu- Caleb Enderle, son of Scott and Lisa Enderle, re- Dom Frank, son of Tony and Pam Frank, renafo, resides at 803 Glenview Dr. in Huron and sides at 816 River Rd., Huron and attends Huron sides at 318 Adams Ave., Huron and attends HuPage 2 ron High School. attends Huron High School. High School. Major accomplishments: C.A.R.D. Member Major accomplishments: Co-captain of the Major accomplishments: GPA of 3.9, in top —————— Huron Basketball Team, All-SBC Academic, 10% of class, Varsity Soccer and Varsity Tennis, (Character, Academics, Respect and Discipline), 2-year letter-winner in Varsity Football, C.A.R.D. member of Spanish Club, participated in two Varsity Football years 10 and 12, Varsity Basket(Character, Academics, Respect and mission trips to Philadelphia and Salt Lake City ball years 9, 10 and 12, Varsity Baseball years 9, Church Chat Member 10 and 12 and Teacher Aide years 11 and 12. Discipline) and Teacher Aide. and over 100 hours of community service. Future plans and career goals: Dom plans to plans and career goals: Anthony would Future plans and career goals: Caleb plans to atMilestones likeFuture to attend the University of Akron after he tend Cedarville University or Grove City College attend college at either The University of Akron graduates high school and major in athletic and major in Business and Finance. He plans to or Kent. Dom would like to become a physical Page 3 training or sports medicine. move back to Huron after he graduates from col- education teacher and coach high school sports. lege to work locally. —————— Library Parks & Rec Page 4 Public Art Project Seeks Artists —————— As you may have heard by now 2009 marks will be featured at local businesses, and other the 200th Birthday Celebration for Huron and selected public locations during the months Real Estate in celebration of this commemorative year the of June and July before being auctioned off on Huron Bicentennial Committee is planning August 11, 2009 at a gala event at the Nia CenEntertainment a community Art Project named “ARTiron- ter in the Kalahari Resort during the Bicentendack”! nial Week. ARTirondack is looking for artists with an ARTirondack will provide an opportunity Page 5 eye to recreate Huron in an art form AND use for sponsors and artists to support the History —————— an Adirondack chair as the canvas! The Hu- of Huron and its 200th year Bicentennial celron Bicentennial ARTirondack Committee will ebration. All participating artists will be recShape Your the chairs and the fun, while the artists ognized in all publicity releases and marketing irondack provide ART will need to bring the creativity and the imagi- materials with their chair. 1809~2009 nation! If you are interested in participating in ARBehind in 2009 ARTirondack will feature 25 individually de- Tirondack or would like more information signed and hand-painted Adirondack Chairs. regarding the community art project please Page 7 Huron Community The Chairs will have their first public appear- contact either Julie Barnes Foster at jbfoster@ —————— ance at a “Preview Party” at either the James barnesnursery.com or Jennifer Kilbury at kilBicentennial Celebration H. McBride Arboretum or in the Cedar Point bury4@verizon.net to receive an “Artist’s PackRoom at BGSU Firelands scheduled for June et of Information”. Schools public art project 11, 2009. After The Preview Party the Chairs Page 8 —————— Girls’ Night Out Organizers Distribute Sports Money to Four Local Cancer Programs Girls’ Night Out organizers Gretchen Fisher-Titus Mammography Fund. That Page 9 and Doug Studer recently spread some year $11,500 was raised for the two chari-

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cheer to four local cancer programs as they distributed the proceeds of the fourth annual Girls’ Night Out event, an evening of entertainment, fun and fundraising just for women held Oct. 29 at the Nia Center at Kalahari. The local benefit was attended by over 1,100 women and raised almost $30,000 for Cancer Services, the FisherTitus Mammography Fund, the Firelands Regional Medical Center Cancer Program Fund and North Coast Cancer Foundation. “This year’s Girls’ Night Out event was a phenomenal success and we thank all who attended and made it possible to give to four local cancer programs that will help our community,’” said Doug Studer, coowner of Curves in Norwalk, Sandusky and Huron and co-founder of Girls’ Night Out with his wife, Gretchen. The first Girls’ Night Out was organized by the Studers and a committee of dedicated volunteers in 2005. Funds were given to local cancer programs, Cancer Services of Erie County and the Norwalk area and

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ties and over 300 women attended. “Over the years, this event has become a regional event and has truly become a community effort to support the local cancer programs that touch so many lives,” Studer said. In 2006, Firelands Regional Medical Center’s Cancer Fund also was a recipient of the $21,000 raised and over 900 ladies attended the event at Kalahari’s Nia Center. In 2007, the event was attended by over 1,000 women and raised $25,000 with the money divided between Cancer Services, Fisher-Titus Mammography Fund and Firelands Regional Medical Center Foundation Cancer Program Fund. “It is amazing that we are now planning for our fifth annual event,” Studer said. “This event would not be possible without the help of many organizations, groups and volunteers that make it such a success.” This year’s event is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 28. Watch for more details on www.girlsnightoutcharity.com

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Around Town FROM THE BENCH BY JUDGE BILL STEUK, HURON MUNICIPAL COURT

BMV CHANGES PROCEDURES TO OBTAIN A TEMPORARY DRIVING PERMIT

If you desire to obtain a temporary driving permit, commercial driver’s license, or a motorcycle endorsement, the procedures have changed as of December 15, 2008. Customers first must visit the Ohio State Highway Patrol Driver Examination Station to take a knowledge test as opposed to purchasing a temporary packet before taking the test. A photo will be taken at this time. Customers must bring two (2) forms of identification for the test. Examples of identification needed are a birth certificate and social security card. A complete list of acceptable forms of identification is found at the Bureau of Motor Vehicle website at www.

bmv.ohio.gov/driver-license/aid.htm Customers will be able to purchase the temporary permit from the Deputy Registrar only after successfully passing the knowledge test. This new procedure reduces paperwork, increases efficiency, and also insures that the person taking the test is the same person who is receiving the license. Articles appearing in this column are intended to provide broad, general information about the law. Before applying this information to a specific legal problem, readers are urged to seek advice from an attorney.

Newcomers and Friends Thursday, February 5th at 6:30p.m., Firelands Association of Realtors Hall, 2710 Campbell St. Sandusky, Ohio. We will have a Mock Teacup. It is a dry run of our main Fundraiser in April. Guest speaker from “Veggie U”. Come

and learn what this organization does in the local schools. Raffles and refreshments. New members welcome. For more information call 419-502-7909.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of Huron, Ohio will hold regular meetings on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each and every month at 6:30 p.m. in the Huron City Hall, 417 Main Street, Huron, OH. Notice is further given that when a regular or special meeting falls on a recognized legal holiday, said meeting will be held the next day at the time and place designated above unless otherwise announced. Regular Meetings for 2009 are: Jan 13, 27; Feb 10, 24; Mar 10, 24; Apr. 14, 28; May 12, 26; June 9, 23; July 14, 28; Aug 11, 25; Sep 8, 22; Oct 13, 27; Nov 10, 24; Dec 1, 8, 22. Special Meetings for 2009 are: Jan 5, 19, 26; Feb 3, Feb 14, 17; Mar 3, 17, 31; Apr 7, 21; May 5, 19; June 2, 16, 30; July 7, 21; Aug 4, 18; Sep 1, 15, 29; Oct 6, 20; Nov 3, 17; Dec 15, 29. This notice is given pursuant to Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code commonly known as the “Sunshine Law’ and in accordance with Section 2.09 of the Charter of the City of Huron. THE CITY OF HURON, OHIO Andy White Acting Clerk of Council

Community Calendar Thursday-Saturday, Jan. 29, 30, and 31 Habitat For Humanity ReStore is open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday. There are all kinds of ways to volunteer at Habitat for Humanity besides building homes for families. Find out at the ReStore or call Brenda Burke at 419-602-1205. The ReStore is located on 11001 U.S. Route 250, Milan. Saturday, Jan. 31-through Saturday, March 28 7:45 a.m.-5 p.m. each Wednesday and Saturday, at Bob and Melba Hemminger’s Workshop, 1415 Fox Rd., Huron. Habitat for Humanity volunteers will be working at a workshop on an addition and on building walls and sheds. Bring basic tools such as a hammer; nail apron, tape and pencil. Call 419-433-2609 for more information. Monday, Feb. 2 Sandusky Ski Club Meeting, 7 p.m. at Chet and Matt’s Pizza, 1013 E. Strub Rd., Sandusky. Many Huron residents join in ski club; sign up for this year’s events and see the program that

features “Peek N’ Peak” ski area where the club will be skiing later in Feb. For more information contact President Lisa Johnson at 419797-2311 or via email to youngs@cros.net Sunday, Feb. 8 Sandusky Ski Club will travel at Peek N’ Peak Resort. Contact trip coordinators James or Tami Schauffler at 419-684-9133 or via email to schaufy@bex.net Wednesday, Feb. 11 New Membership Night with the Huron Lion’s Club, with guest speaker to be announced, 6:30 p.m., PJ’s 3119 Cleveland Rd. W. The Huron Lions are looking for “a few good men or women to enhance our club and continue to prosper and serve the fine city of Huron.” Call Mac Lehrer at 419-357-4004 for more information or Eric Martin at 419-602-0015. American Business Women’s Association (ABWA), arrival time 5:30 p.m., program starts at 6:00 p.m., Sandusky Public Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky. Focus: Entrepreneurs Gear Up. Free and open to the public.

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01/23/09- Bike owner called station to inform us of bike being put out for the trash. Bike was taken to Goodwill never to be seen again. A good deed done.

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Milestones OBITUARIES Edith M. (Steffenhagen) Biechele March 21, 1930-Jan. 14, 2009 Edith M. (Steffenhagen) Biechele, 78, Sandusky, passed away peacefully early Wednesday morning Jan. 14, 2009, in Stein Hospice Care Center after a courageous battle with cancer. She will be greatly missed by all who loved her. She was born March 21, 1930, in Sandusky, daughter of the late Paul F. and Josephine E. (Catri) Steffenhagen. After graduating from Sandusky High School in 1947, she attended Capital University and graduated from Bowling Green State University. She was a teacher in the Margaretta and Perkins school districts and helped her husband at the Cohn Store, their family business. Edith was the American Cancer Society Crusade Chairman in 1972 and 1973. She drove for the Red Cross Motor Corp. She was a realtor/broker for 33 years and co-owner of Accent Homes, Inc., for the past 20 years. Edith was a loving wife, an amazing mother, and a devoted and nurturing grandmother who enjoyed playing card games and working jigsaw puzzles with her family. She was an avid golfer and bridge player. She was a great encourager and an awesome role model for all who knew her, especially her loved ones. Edith is survived by her husband of 56 years, D. John Biechele; three daughters, Lani (Bob) Jensen of Huron, Beth (Peter Sr.) DeWitt of Columbus and Jennifer (Sherrl) Biechele-Speziale of Grayson, KY; six grandchildren, Morgan Jensen, Peter, Nicholas and Ann Marie DeWitt and John and Dana Biechele-Speziale; one sister, one brother; many nieces and nephews; and many dear friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Dorothy; brother, Paul; and two nieces and a nephew. At Edith’s request there will be no visitation and a private celebration of life will be observed by her immediate family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the David F. Koch Funeral Home, Sandusky. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Stein Hospice Service, Inc., 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, 44870 or Cancer Services of Erie County, 505 E. Perkins Ave., Sandusky.

Gladys C. (Grisell) Kovacs Oct. 20, 1935 - Jan. 25, 2009 Gladys C. (Grisell) Kovacs, 73, of Huron, died Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, in Stein Hospice Care Center, Sandusky. She was born Oct. 20, 1935, in Sandusky, and was a life long resident of Huron. She graduated from Huron High School in 1953. She worked at Firelands Community Bank in Huron; the Twine House in Huron, as a bookkeeper; and at J.H. Routh Packing Co., Sandusky. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Huron, for

more than 50 years, and of the Martha Circle of the church; the Huron Garden Club (past president); Huron Eagles Ladies Auxiliary; Huron Alumni Association; and Huron Junior Women’s League (past president). She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Carl Kovacs; daughters, Kaye (Jeff) Gorman of North Ridgeville, Ohio, and Susan Downs of Sandusky; a son, David Kovacs of Beavercreek, Ohio; a sister, Janice (Leonard) Dircks of Huron; grandchildren, Jason, and Erik (Maeghan) Gorman and Sebastian Kilbury; a great-granddaughter, Madelynn Gorman; and two nephews, Steven (Sharon) Dircks and Kevin (Lisa) Dircks. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Ivah (Chapman) Grisell. Visitation was from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church, 333 Williams St., Huron, where a memorial service was being held at 11 a.m. Thursday with the Rev. David Aber officiating. Contributions may be made to the Huron Rescue Squad, 413 Main St., Huron, 44839; or to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, 44870. Foster Funeral Home, Huron, handled the arrangements. Condolences may be shared at fosterfh.com.

June L. (Collins) Gockstetter June 17, 1923-Jan. 24, 2009 June L. (Collins) Gockstetter, 85, of Huron, died Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, in Stein Hospice Care Center, Sandusky, after an extended illness. She was born June 17, 1923, in Huron, where she lived most of her life. She was a 1941 graduate of Huron High School and a member of its Alumni Association. She was a real estate agent for 15 years in the Huron-Sandusky area and did some teaching and marketing for the national affiliate, ERA. She served briefly as a coordinator for an Erie County grant program, CETA. She retired from Lakeland Institute in Lorain, where she was an alcohol-drug counselor. She was an active member of The Chapel in Sandusky, continuing as a Prayer Partner while confined at home. She enjoyed reading her Bible and the visits from her Chapel family, members of the Huron Monday Noon Bible Study, neighbors, friends and her beloved family members. She was an avid sports fan of all of the Cleveland teams and local high schools. Survivors include her daughters, Leslie Wilson and Marcia Lapp of Avon Lake, Ohio; sons, John (Patti) Gockstetter of Wakeman, and Gary (Stacy) of Huron; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a niece and two nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Adah (Fisher) Collins; a sister, Dayle Rodgers; and a brother, Richard W. Collins. Visitation was from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Foster Funeral Home, 410 Main St., Huron. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, at The Chapel, 4444 Galloway

Road, Sandusky. Burial was in McMillen Cemetery, Huron. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870, or to The Chapel. Condolences may be shared at fosterfh.com.

Mary Theresa (Gioffre) David Jan. 31, 1922-Jan. 23, 2009 Mary Theresa (Gioffre) David, 86, of Huron, died unexpectedly, Friday, Jan. 23, 2009, in Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky. She was born Jan. 31, 1922, in Huron and was a lifelong resident. She was co-owner of Huron Cement Company, Huron. Mary was an active member of St. Peter Catholic Church where, with her beautiful voice, she sang in the church choir for many years. In her earlier years, she enjoyed playing the organ at church. She was a member of Plum Brook Country Club and belonged to a pinochle club. Mary is survived by her son, Robert (Susan) David of Milan; sister, Theresa Alten of Elyria; and a grandson, Brad Bailey of Chillicothe, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon David in 1987; parents, Joseph and Carmella (Pisano) Gioffre; sister, Rose Caporini; and two bothers, Pat Gioffre and Ralph Gioffre. Friends may call 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Monday in Foster Funeral Home, 410 Main St., Huron. The funeral Mass was held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in St. Peter Catholic Church, 430 Main St., Huron. The Rev. Gerald Ceranowski officiated. Entombment was in Meadow Green Memorial Park, Huron. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter Catholic School or to Cancer Services of Erie County, 505 W. Perkins Ave. Sandusky, 44870. Condolences may be shared at fosterfh.com.

Sarah P. (Addison) Searer Aug. 1, 1932 - Jan. 25, 2009 Sarah P. (Addison) Searer, 76, of Huron, died Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, in Erie County Care Facility, Huron. She was born Aug. 1, 1932, in Scotland and was a resident of Huron since 1968 coming from South Bend, Ind. She worked as a playground supervisor for Shawnee School in her early years in Huron. She was a member of the Huron Order of Eastern Star. In the 1970s she was an avid tennis player and belonged to Southwood Racket Club in Sandusky. She is survived by a son, Alan Searer of Huron; and a sister, Mona Begbie of Scotland. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd Searer, in 2001. Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Scott Cemetery, Huron Avery Road, Huron. The Rev. Tom Holzaepfel officiated. Contributions may be made to Huron Rescue Squad, 413 Main St., Huron, 44839. Condolences may be shared at fosterfh.com.

Church Chat Church Services St. Peter’s Catholic Church 430 Main St., Huron; 419-433-5725. Saturday—5 p.m. Sunday—8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Lighthouse Assembly of God Church 820 Cleveland Rd. E., Huron; 419-433-8889. www.lighthouseagc.org Sunday service—10:30 a.m. Sunday school—9:30 a.m. Adult Bible Study--6 p.m. Sunday. Youth Group—6 p.m. Sunday. Food Pantry—9 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesdays; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays. Salvation Army Service Unit—10:30 a.m.1:30 p.m. Thursdays, by appointment only. Zion Lutheran Church 930 Main St., Huron; 419-433-4711. www.zionhuron,org Worship times: 9 a.m. Sunday is Contemporary Worship and Children’s Sunday school. 10:15 a.m. Sunday is Traditional Lutheran Services; Holy Communion is served every Sunday. Adult Bible Study meets at 8:15 a.m. Sunday in the office area meeting room. Huron United Methodist Church 338 Williams St., Huron; 419-433-3984. www.huronumc.org On Sundays: 8:00 a.m.—Praise Service in Sanctuary 9:00 a.m.—Sunday school 10:00 a.m.—Celebration service in Sanctuary First Presbyterian Church 225 Williams St., Huron; 419-433-5018. Sunday Worship with Communion—8:30 a.m. Sunday school 6th grade-adults—9:30 a.m. Sunday school K-5th grade –10:45 a.m. Sunday Traditional service—10:45 a.m. Christ Episcopal Church 120 Ohio St., Huron; 419-433-4701. Sunday—9 a.m. and Adult Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

Lifepoint 539 Cleveland Rd. W., Huron: 419-433-4156. Sunday—10 a.m., and nursery available. Sunday school—10 a.m. for K-6th grade. “Grounded” youth group for grades 6-12—Sundays, 6:30-8:00 p.m. 3-5 grade Boys Youth Group—Sundays, 6-7:30 p.m. 3-5 grade Girls Youth Group—Sundays, 6-7:30 p.m. “The Biggest Loser” campaign drive focuses on weight loss, new visitors and faithfulness in attendance. Call Pastor Brenton for more information. The Chapel 4444 Galloway Rd., Sandusky; 419-627-0208. www.chapel-sandusky.org Saturday service--5:00 p.m. Sunday service—9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Jr. High Youth Group—Sundays 5-6:30 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group—Sundays 7-9:00 p.m. Latitude group ages 18-29—Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. Holy Trinity Anglican Church 1608 St. Rt. 113, Milan; 419-499-3683 Rev. Dr. John C. Jordan Worship and Holy Communion—Sunday, 10:30 a.m. Church of Jesus Latter Day Saints 4511 Galloway Rd., Huron; 419-626-9860. Bishop: Bill Reel Sacrament service—9:30 a.m. Sundays Grace Orthodox Presbyterian Church Kalahari Resort, Nia Convention Center Rt. 250, Huron; 419-271-3934. graceopchurch@gmail.com Worship—Sunday 10:30 a.m. Bible Study—Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Keep us up to date on your church services and happenings. We may not know about your events unless you tell us! Send your church service updates, news, events and happenings to mary@huronhometownnews.com

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News from Methodist Church Super Bowl Sub Sale The Senior HYM Class will make subs for your Super Bowl Party on Sunday, Feb. 1st. The foot-long subs are made with lean meats. Cost is $6.00 for each Sub, and they can be picked up and paid for in the Fellowship Hall of the United Methodist Church (318 Williams St.) between 8:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. on Feb. 1st. The cost is $6.00 each and the profits go to the HYM class to fund their projects. Wilbur Ramsey to Be Honored at February Lunch The senior citizens monthly luncheon will be held Thursday, Feb. 19, at 11:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the Huron United Methodist Church. Our program will be special, because it will be a report from our very own Wilbur Ramsey describing his “Honor Flight” with other World War II Veterans to Washington, D.C. to view the unveiling of the World War II Memorial. This is not only an opportunity to learn about the memorial, but also to remember again our veterans and their service to our country. The menu will consist of baked spaghetti, garden salad, bread and butter, and cherry cobbler with vanilla ice cream. The cost of the luncheon, catered by Janet Majoy, is $6.00 per person. Make your reservation by signing the list in The Welcome Center of the Huron United Methodist Church (318 Williams St.) or by calling the church at 419433 -3984 no later than Monday, Feb. 16. Come and dine with the “lunch bunch” as

we honor Wilbur, and hear his very interesting and inspiring story. Brunch with Family and Friends of the HUMC at Sawmill Creek Lodge. Enjoy Sawmill Creek’s fabulous Sunday Brunch on Feb. 22nd from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. The Lodge at Sawmill Creek is known for the wonderful brunch they serve every Sunday, and now members and friends of the Huron United Methodist Church can enjoy this feast, and, at the same time, help raise funds for the church. The lodge will return 10% of their proceeds earned at the brunch to the church. Thank you Sawmill!! Each party must make a reser vation in advance by calling 419433-3800, ext presents #3. Let them know that you are with the HUMC plan so that the restaurant credits the church for the total amount spent. Adults - $16.95, children 4-11 years - $7.95, 3 years and under – FREE!

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Parks & Rec Nesting Bald Eagles At Erie Metroparks Each year, Erie MetroParks and the Eagle Protection Task Force determine management issues related to MetroParks that are home to American Bald Eagles, such as Community Foundation Preserve at Eagle Point and Joseph Steinen Wildlife Area. These MetroPark areas are located off SR 6 (Cleveland Road) between Sandusky and Huron. Due to the resident eagles changing their nest location, Joseph Steinen Wildlife Area will be closed this year in addition to areas at Eagle Point that were closed during previous nesting seasons. In consideration of the needs of both the eagles and the public, Erie MetroParks has formed the Eagle Protection Task Force, a group of interested citizens and professionals who act as a guiding hand on how the property will be managed for public use. Erie MetroParks and the Eagle Protec-

tion Task Force jointly devised a plan to expand public access to during the nesting season while continuing to protect the breeding habitat of the eagles by following state and federal land use guidelines. Although the eagles don’t seem to mind the nearby trains, planes and automobiles, they are often easily disturbed by humans simply walking near their nest. Task force members created a plan that honored this important detail, while also allowing the public to enjoy their MetroPark. The eagles will still have the peaceful habitat they desire, while just outside their range, the public may also enjoy their own area for hiking, cross country skiing and more. In essence, both the public and the eagles win! The accessible areas are located off Cleveland Road in a property adjacent to the MetroParks, which is owned by the City of Sandusky called East Sandusky Bay Extension.

It includes a loop trail that connects to the existing Erie MetroParks parking lot at Eagle Point. Most area residents recognize this property as the site of the former drive-in theater that was recently demolished. These areas will be open from 8 am to dark daily. Visitors may follow the trail, but avoid other trails that are posted on the boundary established for the eagle zone. The closed areas will reopen for public use this summer, or sooner, as determined appropriate by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife. Groups wishing to arrange a supervised tour or program with EMP program staff may do so by contacting Erie MetroParks. For more details,contact Erie MetroParks at (419) 625-7783 or DiscoverIt@eriemetroparks.org.

Erie MetroParks Programs & Events FAMILY NATURE CLUB – TRICKY ANIMAL TRACKS Thusday, Feb 5, 4-5:30 pm, The Coupling Reserve Depot, SR 13, Milan Twp. Program open to parents, grandparents, children, grandchildren and homeschooled families. Look for evidence left behind by elusive forest creatures. Dress for the weather and wear boots—hilly terrain. Reservations needed. Pre-register online at www.eriemetroparks.org or (419) 625-7783 x221. PARK PALS – BIGGEST & SMALLEST Saturday, Feb 7, 10-10:45 am, Osborn Park, Frost Center, ages 3-6 yrs. Who is the biggest mammal, the smallest bird and the biggest fish? Learn about these extremes, plus more. Reservations needed. Pre-register online at www. eriemetroparks.org or (419) 625-7783 x221. GO TAKE A WINTER HIKE AT MILLS CREEK GOLF COURSE Saturday, Feb 7, 9-10 am, Mills Creek Golf Course, 1933 Mills

For fun & free activities visit your local park or library today!

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St, Sandusky. Join the Friends of Erie MetroParks for a brisk hike around Mills Creek Golf Course, then head downtown to the Maritime Museum for more fun at the Arctic Ice Festival! Pre-register online at www.eriemetroparks.org or (419) 625-7783 x221. ARCTIC ICE FESTIVAL Saturday & Sunday, Feb 7 & 8, 10 am - 4 pm, Maritime Museum of Sandusky, 125 Meigs St., downtown Sandusky across from Battery Park, Sandusky. Sailing Club, Erie County Senior Center, and Mills Creek Golf Course. The City of Sandusky Recreation Department has partnered with several organizations to host the 2nd Annual Arctic Ice Festival! Events include ice sculptures by Olympic Gold Medal winner and National Champion ice carver Aaron Costic, ice carving demonstrations, ice boat races, guest speakers, soup cookoff, Underground Railroad Tours; Erie MetroParks Critters in Winter touch table at the Maritime Museum and 1 pm “How Do You Know It’s Winter?” program (Sunday only),

May--Bargains for Baby Sale, Hershey Track & Field. June--City Wide Garage Sale, Baseball Camp, Safety Town, Soccer Camp, Lakefront Classic Baseball Tournament, Inspiration 5K Fun Run, and the Boppin’ on the Basin Concert Series begins. July--Swim Lessons, Cheerleading Camp, Tennis Camp, Farmers Market, Blitz Softball Tournament, and Movies by the River & Arts at the Amphitheater begin. Aug.--Dawg Daze Softball Tournament, Fall Baseball/ Softball.

Think Summer! It’s freezing outside, icicles are hanging on the window and believe it or not people are starting to think “garage sales”! We’ve had quite a few calls inquiring about registration. So let’s take a sneak peak at summer programming:

Remember to visit our website regularly for updates & information on all our programs and events. Registration forms are available from the site--just print, complete and return.

April--Egg Hunt, City Wide Clean Up, Spring Soccer (5-6th graders, 7-8th graders, more information coming soon and will be distributed at schools).

days. Personnel will be on hand to answer your questions or call the Red Cross for details at 419-626-1641.

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Monday - Thursday 10 AM - 8:30 PM Friday & Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM Sunday 1 – 4 PM Basic Computing Class The second Basic Computing Class in this session will be held on Wednesday February 4 from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Huron Public Library. In this two-part, hands-on series for beginners, you will learn the basics about computers, the Internet and e-mail. These free classes are for adults. This session of classes is full. If you are interested in future classes, please stop in or call the library at 419-433-5009. Red Cross Bloodmobile The Huron Public Library will host the Red Cross Bloodmobile on Thursday, February 4 from 1 - 6 p.m. To donate blood, you must be at least 17 years old and weigh at least 110 pounds and have not donated blood for the last 56

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VALENTINE’S HIKE AT OLD WOMAN CREEK Saturday, Feb 14, 10 am-12 pm, Old Woman Creek. Take a winter guided walk with your sweetheart on the trails at Old Woman Creek Reserve, look for animal signs like tracks and scat—watch for birds too. Dress for the weather. Pre-register online at www.eriemetroparks.org or (419) 625-7783 x221.

Walking at Woodlands Just a reminder, thanks to our community partner, Huron City Schools, participants can walk the halls during the winter months! This program is free and open to all; however, we do ask that you call our office to register. Participants are asked to bring a change of shoes in order to keep the hallways clean. The program began January 5th and will run through April 9th; Monday through Thursday from 5 pm-7 pm. If the school is closed during the day for any reason (holiday or weather related), the program will be cancelled for that night.

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PARK PALS – HOW DO YOU KNOW IT’S WINTER? Monday, Feb 9, 10-10:45 am, Osborn Park, Frost Center, ages 3-6 yrs. What is happening outside this time of year and where do all the animals go? Reservations needed. Preregister online at www.eriemetroparks.org or (419) 6257783 x221.

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Passports The Huron Public Library is a Passport Acceptance Agency. And as such, we are announcing this reminder that as of June 1, 2009, under the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, U. S. Citizens will be required to present a government-approved document that denotes both citizenship and identity when entering United States. A passport is government-approved document; a driver’s license is not. Passport applications are accepted at the Huron Public Library during regular business hours and forms are also available at the library. Complete passport information, including forms, information on the documentation required, fees, and additional passport and travel information is available at http://www.state.gov/travel. Currently it is taking approximately three weeks for the Passport Agency to process passport applications. For more information or to confirm that a Passport Acceptance Agent is available, call 419-433-5009.

Friends of the Milan-Berlin Township Public Library Annual Membership Meeting

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The Health and Strength Gym is a locally owned and family operated full fitness facility. Located in the Sandusky Plaza on Cleveland Rd., the gym consists of 15,000 sq. ft. of top of the line equipment including Cybex, Hammer Strength, Life Fitness and Precor. We offer over 100 individual aerobic and strength training pieces of equipment. To make our cardio workout more enjoyable we have cablevision for your viewing pleasure that features Broadcast Visions (listening to the Broadcast through your own radio player.) We also have a 2,000 sq. ft area of free weights including smith machines, power racks and a large variety of dumbbells. Our mission is to provide our members and guests with the state of the art equipment, an experienced and knowledgeable support staff to assist you in reaching your goals and a professionally cleaned and well maintained facility. Spin classes are available 4 times a week in the morning and 3 times a week in the evening. Along with our evening aerobic classes we now offer morning cardio classes twice a week. Personal training is also available as well as tanning.

After your workout, enjoy a refreshing and nutritious protein smoothie from our smoothie bar. Our shakes and smoothies can be made with 100% whey protein and fresh fruit. We also have a variety of energy drinks including Gatorade and other name brands. Our facility is always staffed for your safety and security as well as providing you with assistance in proper usage of the equipment. All employees are CPR certified. We are open 7 days a week. Our hours are 4:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 4:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, and 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. Please call 419-627-5470 to find out more about our different memberships. We offer student rates and for our seniors we are a Healthways Forever Fit Participant accepting Aetna Advantage and Aetna Opers Medicare. Visit our website at healthandstrengthgym.net

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News from St. Peter School We are Family! St. Peter School students are using their family groups to live out their call to service. Family groups, made up of 14-16 students of all ages, meet to take part in activities built around one of the nineteen life skills that contribute to the wholeness, and holiness, of our students. The monthly meetings follow a format of community builder, brain gym activity, cooperative activity, prayer and a challenge assignment. Students have been

to make a presentation of the services they offer and to let the students know how they might help the Humane Society. Several of their animals were there to see, much to the glee of all in attendance. As their challenge, students received a list of items that could be donated to the Society. It was their challenge to fill the family group decorated boxes with these items and send them to the Humane Society. Several boxes were donated.

Catholic Schools Week Activities St. Peter School students and staff have spent the time of January 23 through February 1 celebrating Catholic Schools Week, a national event occurring every year in late January. The kickoff Spaghetti Supper that served 400+ members of the St. Peter School families took place on Friday evening. Highlights of activities held during the school week included a trip to SCCS for

SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS HURON CITY SCHOOLS Monday, Feb. 2 Golden Brown Mini Corn Dogs Sizzling French Fries Motts Applesauce Cups Ice Cold Milk Tuesday, Feb. 3 Breakfast Sandwich Eggs/Sausage/Cheese Plump Tator Tots Assorted Fruit Juice Ice Cold Milk Wednesday, Feb. 4 Lightly Breaded Chicken Patty On Bun Steamed Broccoli W/ Cheese Sauce Hawaiian Pineapple Chunks Ice Cold Milk

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challenged to hone their skills in building courage, patience, and caring as well as to work on being truthful, trustworthy and producing your personal best effort in all you do. The most recent of the meetings was built around the life skill of caring. The Erie County Humane Society was invited in

an area wide Mass to celebrate Catholic schools, a pajama day, a pep rally and later, a spirit night at Arby’s, a teacher appreciation luncheon and a student appreciation dance and game time. To cap off the weeklong celebration, students took the major roles in the three weekend liturgies to close Catholic Schools Week for 2009.

State Funding of Huron Schools The State of Ohio has a complex formula, to say the least, for providing State funding to school districts. The formula is based on a per pupil amount, $5,732 for this year, that is given for each student attending Huron Schools. In addition more monies are added if the student has special needs such as speech therapy, etc. Depending on the severity of the needs the amount could be almost double the basic, $5,732. However, there is a MAJOR “Catch 22”. After computing the basic amount, $8.1 million in our case, the State makes a subtraction. This subtraction is based on District wealth. Wealth in Ohio is considered property values. In our case that is $342 million, which puts us in the top tier of the state’s “wealthy” districts. The state computes the amount that 23 mills generate from our property value. That is $7.6 million. And, they SUBTRACT it from the basic amount of $8.1 million leaving us eligible for $500,000 in basic aid from the state. When the state adopted this system in 2004 there were almost 200 districts, like us, that were harmed by the formula. For that reason, they promised to hold us “harmless” and guarantee us what we received before the implementation of this system. So we receive an additional $1.5 million in Transitional Aid. However, keep in mind this holds us harmless to income levels that are from 2004!!! Basically, barring some minor shifts in special needs our income stream from the State is frozen at 2004 levels.

Huron High School Graduate Named To Dean’s List At Mount Vernon Nazarene U. Brent Slisher has been named to the dean’s list for the 2008 fall semester at Mount Vernon Nazarene University, Mount Vernon, OH. The dean’s list includes all students who carried a mini-

Dr. Eugene Sanders Keynotes BGSU Firelands ElderCollege Kick-off From 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. on Feb. 9 in the Cedar Point Center, BGSU Firelands will host the Elder College spring kick-off. The keynote speaker will be Dr. Eugene T.W. Sanders, CEO of the Cleveland Metropolitan School District and former superintendent of Toledo Public Schools. Dr. Sanders, a Sandusky native, will speak on “Urban Leadership and Issues.” The kick-off will provide information about ElderCollege programs and registration. Participants are encouraged to bring ideas on how BGSU Firelands can help our local economy. Door prizes and light refreshments will be provided. The kick-off is free and open to the public. Dr. Sanders was named CEO of the Cleveland Metropolitan School District on July 1, 2006. Prior to that, he served for six years as the superintendent of Toledo Public Schools. Sanders taught social studies for Sandusky High School and served as an assistant principal for Lorain’s Southview High School and Oberlin High School. Dr. Sanders attended BGSU Firelands from 1976-77 and completed his bachelor’s degree in education at Bowling Green State University in 1980. Subsequently, he earned master’s degrees in secondary education and educational administration and supervision in 1985 prior to completing his doctoral degree in educational administration and supervision in 1992, all from BGSU. He has been honored with numerous prestigious awards including a state award for Educational Excellence through the annual Dr. Martin Luther King observance by the state, named an Accomplished Graduate of Bowling Green State University and named Ohio Superintendent of the Year by the Martha Holden Jennings Foundation. On behalf of the district, he accepted the national NAACP’s Daisy Bates award, its highest award for closing the achievement gap. The ElderCollege at BGSU Firelands offers an exciting learning experience for adults 50 and older from all educational and socioeconomic backgrounds. You must be 50 or older to join ElderCollege, but anyone may take a class for the designated fee. Led by a board comprised of local citizens, the ElderCollege offers courses, great escapes and special events designed to meet the needs of our local community. For more information about the ElderCollege spring kick-off, contact Lori Peugeot in the Office for Educational Outreach at 419-433-5560, ext. 20617. E-mail: lpeugeo@bgsu.edu.

We do receive some additional money from the State for things like transportation, $319,000; curriculum help of $72,000, etc. The bottom line is that we receive about $2.5 million annually. This represents about 15% of our total funding. The State will say it is higher because they count monies as state aid that they send us for Rollback, Homestead exemption and Personal Property Tax reimbursement. However, keep in mind this is merely the legislature returning monies to us that were already on the tax rolls and we were collecting before they eliminated these taxes. And, the return is not one dollar for each dollar lost, more like 90 cents on the dollar. And, in 2012 it is going to get worse as the State will begin to phase out reimbursement for Personal Property taxes lost. Likewise, the Governor has announced he is reducing transitional aid next year by 5%. That means we will lose $75,000. But even counting in the above reimbursements, for things like Rollback, etc., State assistance was still only 27% of our total revenues last year. Like it or not we are basically on our own in the funding of Huron Schools. The Governor has indicated that he will be proposing a new school funding system with the next budget. We can only hope that it will bring some relief to the local tax burden that “wealthy” districts, like us, continue to bear.

mum of 12 credit hours and maintained a grade point average of 3.5 or above for the semester. Slisher, double-majoring in computer science and mathematics, achieved a 3.94

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Tigers Fall Just Short Against Panthers By Chris Mischler

Junior Center Brandon Porrman #31 leads all Tiger scorers with 17 points on the night. PHOTO BY CHRIS MISCHLER

On a bitter cold Saturday evening, the St. Mary’s Panthers traveled to Huron to take on the Tigers in a conference game. Huron was looking to sweep the season series against the Panthers, but were playing without their starting point guard, who is out for the remainder of the season. Also on stage tonight were the Tiger Mini-Cheerleaders to add a little extra pep for the team, so there was a good-sized crowd on hand. Huron opened the game with a big starting lineup consisting of Zach Grieves, Brandon Poorman, Steve Bowers, Matt Lehrer, and Brian Bollenbacher. Good thing for the Tigers that Poorman was on the court for he would hit the Tigers first five baskets plus one free throw for 11 first quarter points. At the 1:59 mark, Zach Grieves would hit a three pointer then thirty seconds later add two more to give the home team a 16 – 11 lead. St. Mary’s would finish the first period on a 5-0 run to tie the game at 16 a piece. There was little scoring for either team in a haphazard second stanza as the Panthers would take a 24 – 20 lead into the locker room.

The third period was a tale of three significant runs. First, the Panthers sprinted out on a 13-0 run that had the Tiger faithful scratching their heads wondering about their team. But halfway through the quarter, Huron senior Colin Scheid went on a 6-0 run of his own which included a fantastic diving steal and heads up time out call to get his team mates the ball. Matt Lehrer and Brandon Poorman both hit FG’s to pull Huron to within three of the lead at 30 – 33 with 1:05 left in the third quarter. In that last minute, St. Mary’s had the final run picking up five more points and a 38 – 30 lead. Colin Schied opened the exciting fourth with a basket from about five feet beyond the three point arc. Matt Lehrer would add his own bucket. That, along with two free throws from Scheid, and suddenly Huron was only down by one point, 37 – 38 at the 5:34 mark. At this point, both teams began to tighten up. With 3:51 left and St. Mary’s up 39 – 37, the Panther’s quick point guard, Dane Windisch went into what can best be described as a one man stall. Being, by far, the quickest and best ball handler on the floor, Windisch ran the clock down to below the two minute point. With 1:33 left, Huron’s athletic Matt Lehrer tied the game (39-39) with a field goal. Windisch, who would lead all scorers with 18 points, led his Panthers right back down the floor to pick up two more points (41-39). At the :46 mark, Brandan Poorman draws a foul and hits two big free throws to tie the game yet again. The Panthers decide to hold the ball for one final shot and run the clock down to :10 before calling time out. When St. Mary’s inbounds the ball, the Tigers immediately double team Windisch, but inadvertently cause a blocking foul putting the pesky Panther point guard on the line. He sinks both shots (43 – 41). With just six seconds left, and the Tigers needing to go the length of the floor, a SMCC player fouls Matt Lehrer just as the ball is in bounded. So with :05 left and the Tigers trailing by two points, Matt Lehrer hits the first of two free throws but misses the second. Huron center, Steve Bowers gets the long rebound and has one last good, but hurried look from ten feet out. The shot falls short as do the Huron Tigers, 42 – 43. Brandon Poorman led all Tigers with 17 points while Collin Schied had a very big eleven points of his own. The JV game had the Tigers posting a 41-35 victory. The home team was led by junior Eric Volz’s 18 points and big man, Jon Hicks’16 points.

Fourth Quarter Propels Pirates Past Tigers Perkin’s Bethany Caudill Reaches 1,000 Career Points

By Chris Mischler

The Huron Girls Varsity team was finally back at full strength last Friday night just in time to see one of the SBC’s best teams, the Perkins Pirates, come to Huron. Having faced the Oak Harbor Rockets earlier in the week without Tiger guards, Caroline Estel and Meg West, the depleted Lady Tigers were handed a tough 53–25 loss in Oak Harbor. Now the Tigers were back home and ready to face a more talented Pirate team, but one that they had played tough earlier in the year. Meg West opened the scoring in a tightly contested first quarter. Defense was the name of the game early on, with Huron in their 2–3 zone and Perkins in a half court press. Halfway through the first period, the score was still 2-2. Four minutes later, the quarter ended with Perkins on top 10–8. The second stanza saw both teams open their offenses slightly. With Freshman point gurad Caroline Estel, scores two of her six 4:21 left in the first half and the points on the night. PHOTO BY CHRIS MISCHLER bring the Pirates back at 20–19. The Tigers would finish the second period still in the lead, 22–19. Ashley Stacey and Meg West had five points a piece. Perkins came out of the break fast by going on a 14–3 run. Huron called time at the 3:36 mark in the third quarter to halt Pirate momentum. It worked, but play for both teams turned sloppy as only one basket was scored, by Huron, until there was 1:15 left in the period. That’s when Perkins would hit a three to take a 36–27 lead. With fifteen seconds remaining, Huron’s Devon Grendow would make a field goal that looked be the last points of the third period. Bethany Caudill charged down the floor and hit a long three at the buzzer to give the Pirates a 41–29 lead. That proved to be too much for the Tigers who would score only eight more points in the game giving Perkins a 54–37 victory. Huron was led by the hustling freshman point guard Caroline Estel, who hit the final basket at the final buzzer to give her 6 points, 3 assists, and 6 rebounds. The star of the night was the Pirate’s Bethany Caudill who would finish with a team leading 19 points. The Huron JV’s were again victorious Reserve Devon Koenig gets some valuable Varsity and now sit with a 7–5 record. “The girls minutes on the first half of the Perkins game. have definitely turned a corner and are rePHOTO BY CHRIS MISCHLER ally starting to get it.” Said the enthusiastic JV coach Monica Asher. The Tigers scoring game tied 14 apiece, Huron went on 6-0 run. was very balanced but the leaders were Ellie The run was broken and play stopped at the Justus with eight points and Justine Butler with 2:30 mark when the Pirate’s Bethany Caudill seven points. reached the career 1,000 point plateau. Then 30 seconds later, Caudill hit a three pointer to

Junior Center Brandon Porrman #31 leads all Tiger scorers with 17 points on the night. photo by chris mischler

A Few Moments with…Megan West BY CHRIS MISCHLER

Megan West is currently a senior at Huron High School and has played this year on both the basketball team and the soccer team. As you will see below, she is high energy both on and off the playing surface. Q: When did you first start playing basketball and with whom did you play? A: I first started playing competitive basketball when I was in 5th and 6th grade for CYO at St. Peters Catholic School. Q: What are your strengths as a basketball player? A: I feel that one of my strengths as a basketball player is that I’m willing to learn from my mistakes to become a better player. Q: Which sport do you feel is tougher to play, basketball or soccer, and why? A: I would have to say basketball is tougher only because you have to constantly be thinking and it’s always go go go… Don’t get me wrong, Soccer is very tough as well but you only have a certain job that you have to do on a certain part of the field and when you finish doing yours, you can only hope that your teammates do theirs. In Basketball, you’re playing both defense and offense, working as a team the entire time that the clock is running. Q: What are your plans for the spring when basketball is done? A: When the season is over, I plan to work before heading off to college. I’m not sure what I want do in the future at this point, so I’ll also be doing a lot of research to help me understand what I would like to pursue as a career. Basketball will fit in as often as I can and I’ve already talked to Coach Ray about coming back and helping him and the future Lady Tigers for the upcoming season. Q: What are your plans after high school? A: I plan on attending Kent State University in the fall and until then I’ll be working. Q: If you have an afternoon free, what would you do? A: A free afternoon with my friends could be filled with a lot of different things. We love to go dancing even if it’s just in the car, outside or just sitting around listening to music. There’s never a dull moment with them. We’re all easily entertained so even if we don’t have plans to hang out with boys or go out to the movies, we have a blast just sitting at home. Of course, a free afternoon with my parents would be “The perfect time to clean!” Usually a free afternoon with my family is filled with talking, laughter, movies and card games. We play ‘em all: Rummy, Speed, Garbage, Gin 13, Euchre, etc. It’s just nice to stay home every so often with the people that you’re most comfortable around. Q: Who has had the most positive influence on your life so far, other than your parents? A: I would definitely have to say that my older brothers, Stephen and Brian, have had the biggest impact on my life so far. They have helped me with so many different situations, whether it be helping me with a sport, school work, or giving me advice on life and friends. They’re there for me whenever I need it. I guess you can say they’re my best friends. Q: What is the best movie you’ve seen in 2008? A: The best movie I’ve seen in 2008 would definitely have to be The Dark Knight. Q: What is currently on your ipod that you listen to the most? A: I have the biggest variety of music on my ipod, ranging from Hip-Hop and R&B to Country to Rap to Alternative Rock to simply alternative. I love all different types of music. Q: What is your favorite class in school? A: I would have to say Art. I enjoy all different types of Art: Oil Painting, Drawing, Watercolor, Photography, etc. Since Interior Design or Marketing is two of my career options, Art helps me broaden my creativity.

Mini-Cheerleaders Show Tiger Pride This past Saturday, elementary age girls from all over Huron were invited to take part in an annual cheerleading class put on by the High School Cheerleading Advisor, Lisa Smith and all the cheerleaders. The young ladies arrived at 10:30 am and spent much of the day with the high schoolers. The children were taught a variety of cheers, tumbling and dances but probably most important, they got to spend time with the dedicated older students they look up to with admiration at the sporting events. The day was capped off by a performance in front of a large Huron home crowd during halftime of the Huron vs. St. Mary’s Varsity basketball game.

Swim Team Fundraiser The Huron Swim Team will be having a fundraising event to increase revenue for the team. Team parents will bake homemade treats for Valentine’s Day and the team will sell tickets for a drawing for $2.00 each. The winner will receive 10 dozen treats.

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Health & Wellness Seminars at BGSU Firelands to Focus on Behavioral Health Issues The BGSU Firelands Office for Educational Outreach is sponsoring a Behavioral Health Series February through May, featuring four seminars focused on behavioral health issues. The series is designed for social workers, counselors, psychologists, nurses, and MRDD specialists who are interested in learning more about behavioral health issues. Contact hours will be available for participants. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You Have a Choiceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;When Anger Interrupts Your Life,â&#x20AC;? will offer insights into the different levels of anger and signs of hidden anger. Presenter Judi Fischer, MA, LPCC-S will show participants steps to help manage anger of clients, patients and residents more effectively. This workshop is scheduled for Feb. 27, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Board Certified General Surgeon Named American College of Surgeons Fellow Dr. Joseph E. Centa, a board-certified general surgeon and a member of Fisher-Titus Medical Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s medical staff in Norwalk, recently was named a fellow of the American College of Surgeons during convocation ceremonies at the Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 94th annual Clinical Congress in San Francisco. Dr. Centa received a medical doctorate degree in 1996 from The Ohio State University College of Medicine. In 2004, Dr. Centa attained board certification from the Ameri-

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have earned the distinguished right to use the designation of â&#x20AC;&#x153;FACSâ&#x20AC;? (Fellow, American College of Surgeons) after their names. An applicant for fellowship must be a graduate of an approved medical school; must have completed advanced training in one of the 14 surgical specialties recognized by the college; must possess certification by an American surgical specialty board; and must have been in practice in the same geographic location for at least one year at the time of

his or her application. Before admission into fellowship, the surgeon DR. JOSEPH CENTA must further demonstrate ethical fitness and professional proficiency, and his or her acceptance as a fellow of the college must be approved by three-fourths of its Board of Regents.

Huron County Heart Health Coalition Hosts â&#x20AC;&#x153;Go Red for Womenâ&#x20AC;? Benefit Luncheon Coronary heart disease is Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s No. 1 killer, according to the American Heart Association. Stroke is No. 3 and a leading cause of serious disability. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so important to reduce your risk factors, know the warning signs, and know how to respond quickly and properly if warning signs occur. The Huron County Heart Health Coalitionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is to educate people on heart healthy lifestyles. To further benefit Huron County and heart health education, the coalition will present a Go Red for Women â&#x20AC;&#x153;Change of Heart â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Taking Control of Your Healthâ&#x20AC;? luncheon from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31 at St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Parish Center, 91 E. Main St., Norwalk. The luncheon program will feature a panel discussion on womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health issues. The panel will include medical specialists from the area who will address issues identified by those attending the event. The lunch menu will include a delectable selection of spin-

Dr. Matthew Petznick Accepts Fellowship Valerie Gran, Fisher-Titus Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s administrative assistant, puts a Go Red for Women 2009 pocket calendar in a bag in preparation for the Huron County Heart Health Coalitionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Go Red for Women â&#x20AC;&#x153;Change of Heart â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Taking Control of Your Healthâ&#x20AC;? luncheon. The luncheon is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 31 and proceeds benefit the 2009 American Cancer Society Relay for Life, 2009 American Heart Association Heart Walk, Fisher-Titus Medical Center Cardiac Rehab and Mercy Hospital of Willard Cardiac Rehab. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased by calling Michele Skinn of the Fisher-Titus Foundation at 419-660-2528 or Marsha Danhoff of Mercy Hospital of Willard at (419) 964-5107.

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Firelands Regional Medical Center is pleased to announce 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 Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Medical Education program in June of 2009 and begin his Fellowship at Toledo Hospital in July of 2009.

Pleasnick Managing Physical Therapy Clinic Advanced Health Rehbilitation is pleased to announce the promotion of Christine Pleasnick, a licensed Physical Therapist, as the manager of its Norwalk office located at 1 Willard Ave. Suite B. Christine has been employed by Advanced Health since 2003. Pleasnick comes to the Norwalk clinic with 17 years of experience in Physical Therapy. She earned her Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in Physical Therapy from the Ohio State University and her Doctoral degree from Chatham University of Pittsburgh. She is certified in Orthopedic Manual Therapy and is also a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. She is a member of the APTA.

Pediatric Therapy Program The FTMC Pediatric Team has developed Positive Peer Connections- A new two-part program focusing on practical social and life skills for children, ages 8-14, with autism, aspergerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s syndrome, Down syndrome, developmental disorders and neurological disorders. Part I: Fundamental Social Skills meets from 6-7 p.m. Wednesdays, Feb. 4-March 11. Part II: Real Life Conversation Skills starts early summer 2009. For registration and more information about these special fall programs, call Fisher-Titus Medical Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pediatric Therapy Department at 419-660-2117, Ext. 3040 or call tollfree 800-668-8788, Ext. 3040.

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ach stuffed baked salmon or rosemary chicken; festive salad greens with romaine, apricots, pecans, feta cheese and Italian dressing; carrot soup with coriander; green beans with walnut gremolata and Mediterranean brown rice. A vegetarian meal will also be available. For dessert, participants will enjoy a slice of red velvet cake with strawberries. Tickets are $50 each with checks payable to Fisher-Titus Foundation, 272 Benedict Ave. Norwalk, OH 44857 or Mercy Willard Hospital Foundation, 110 East Howard St, Willard, OH 44890. Net proceeds from the event will benefit the 2009 American Cancer Society Relay for Life, 2009 American Heart Association Heart Walk, Fisher-Titus Medical Center Cardiac Rehab and Mercy Hospital of Willard Cardiac Rehab. For more information, contact Michele Skinn of the FisherTitus Foundation at 419-660-2528 or Marsha Danhoff of Mercy Hospital of Willard at (419) 964-5107.

Support Programs All support groups are free and open to the general public. The Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Support Group will meet from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26. For more information, please call the hospital at (419) 660-2117, Ext. 6379. The Breastfeeding Support Group is offered in conjunction with the Women, Infant and Children (WIC) Clinic. Support group meets every Tuesday at 11 a.m.-noon in Feb. beginning Tuesday, Feb. 3 at the Huron County Health Department; and Tuesdays, Feb. 10, Feb. 17 and Feb. 24 in Fisher-Titus Medical Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s maternity unit on the fourth floor. For more information, call the WIC Clinic office at 419-668-6855. The Caring and Sharing Cancer Support Group will meet at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24. For more information call the hospital at (419) 660-2117, Ext. 6417. The Diabetes Support Group will meet from Noon-1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25. For more information, please call the hospital at 419-660-2596. The Healthy Hearts Support Group. For more information, call the hospital at (419) 660-2600. The Insulin Pumps Support Group. For more information, call the hospital at (419) 660-2596. The Juvenile Diabetes Support Group will meet from 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25. For more information, call the hospital at (419) 660-2596. The Multiple Sclerosis Support Group will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10. For more information, call the hospital at (419) 660-2509. The Stroke Support Group will meet from 2-3:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26. For more information, please call the hospital at (419) 660-2700.

FTMC Hosts Healthy Heart Fair Fisher-Titus Medical Center will host a Healthy Heart Fair from 7-10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 7 in the FTMC Snyder/White Heart & Vascular Center. Screenings will include Cholesterol Profile (12hour fasting for best results, people with diabetes should consult physician before fasting.); Glucose Screening; Pulse Oximetry & Blood Pressure; Prescription Counseling; Link to Life Capsules; Body Composition Analysis; Carotid Screenings and more. The cost is $15 for general public / $12 for FTMC PrimeCare Advantage Members. Appointments and fee required for Cholesterol Profile only, all other screenings are free. Also, learn about FTMCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new Cardiac Calcium Scoring and get pre-screened for a chance to win a free scoring, a $150 value. To register, call 419660-2646. Breastfeeding class Fisher-Titus Medical Center is offering a breastfeeding class for expectant mothers. Participants will learn tips and techniques for more successful and effective breastfeeding along with the benefits it provides to both mother and baby. Class will be held from 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 at the hospital, 272 Benedict Ave., Norwalk. For more information and to register, call Fisher-Titus Medical Center at (419) 660-2646. FTMC Co-Sponsors Happiest Baby on the Block Program Fisher-Titus Medical Center and Erie-Huron County WIC services will offer The Happiest Baby on the Block course in the Norwalk area. The course, primarily for parents-to-be, and parents/caregivers of babies, age birth to four months old, provides information on techniques to help calm and comfort babies. The techniques also can help babies increase their sleep at night. The national curriculum will be taught by Happiest Baby on the Block Certified Educators and FTMC registered nurses Julie Flesher and Beth Schnellinger. Class will be held from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10 at The Help Me Grow Office-Sarahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s House, 130 Shady Lane Dr., Norwalk. For more information and to register, call the hospital at (419) 660-2117 extension 6560. Healthcare Provider CPR Re-certification Fisher-Titus Medical Center will offer a Healthcare Provider CPR re-certification training class from 1-3:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13 or 8-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28 at the hospital, 272 Benedict Ave., Norwalk. The cost is $20. To register or for more information, call FTMC at (419) 6602646.

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The way grocery shopping should be!

Seafood Road Show

Mike Bassett Invites Huron to Bassett's Market Catawba Spectacular Seafood Roadshow & Wine Tasting!

January 30th & 31st

All Aboard For Premium Seafood!

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PERCH FILLETS

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Friday & Saturday

Come & Taste Fresh Seafood Samples Prepared by Chef Hannah!

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Learn About Seafood!!

Question & Answer Session!

Bassett’s Market is pleased to announce the addition of our new chef, Hannah Rob-ertson. Hannah comes to Bassett’s Market with a wealth of chef experience. Originally from England, Chef Hannah began her career training in French Classicall Cuisine at Michel’s Brasserie in her hometown of Cambridge. Hannah has spent thee last 5 years working in Anchorage as an Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine. Chef Hannah is available for catering events, weddings and private dinners in your home. Bassett’s Market invites you to stop in and say hello to Chef Hannah. If you have a special request, just ask - Chef Hannah will be happy to talk with you, give you suggestions and answer any questions you may have. You can also email your questions to chef.hannah@bassettsmarket.com.

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