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Huron Rotary Students Selected LIGHTHOUSE 1/2 MARATHON & 5K KALAHARI KID’S FUN RUN SAT. MAY 2 HHS STADIUM

Macy McFarland

Kassandra Nageotte

—————— Macy McFarland, daughter of Jeff & Beth McFarland. Major accomplishments: Kassandra Nageotte, daughter of Dennis & Sue Nageotte.

Honor Roll all 3 semesters, Diploma of Distinction, going for her 12th letter, cross Major accomplishments: National Honor Society, Honor swimming & track captain. Macy has been accepted at Heidelberg ColRoll all through High School, academic letter each year, parAround Town country, lege and plans to pursue a career in the environmental science field, such as forticipant in PSEOP program, track & cross country, Honors Diploma and Diploma of Distinction, letter in cross country, estry or wildlife manager. top 10% of the senior class, 3.851 Page 2 —————— Milestones & Church Chat Page 3 —————— Gardening Entertainment Page 4 —————— Tyler Krueger Erie McLaughlin Josh Hillman Library Tyler Krueger, son of Rolland & Tina Krueger.

Eric McLaughlin, son of Michael & Kristin Josh Hillman, son of Sam & Joy Hillman. MaMajor accomplishments: member of National McLaughlin. Major accomplishments: Varjor accomplishments: Choice Award, coaches Society, Chair of the blood drive, mem- sity Golf Team 10th-12th grades, SBC All Choice Award for tennis, most outstanding seParks & Rec Honor ber of Spanish Club, varsity letter winner in Academic 10th-12th, National Honor Society nior delegate, superior band rating, member track and football, recipient of Huron football 10th-12th, Class Treasurer 11th & 12th, Varsity of wrestling, tennis. Josh will be attending the “selfless” award, has completed 50 hours of Academic Challenge 10th-12th, Ohio Model University of Central Florida to study business Page 5 community service. Tyler plans to attend the United Nations 11th & 12th, Buckeye Boy’s administration. He hopes to work internationUniversity of Toledo, majoring in bioengineer- State delegate 12th Honor Roll 9th-12th, Key ally and travel frequently. in the Honors Engineering Program. He Club 10th-12th. Eric plans to attend Xavier —————— ing then hopes to attend medical school and pursue Classifieds Page 6 —————— Sports Schools Page 7 —————— Real Estate Page 8

University or Ohio State University with a major in Biological Science. He plans work in genetic research.

a career in medicine.

ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME NOMINATIONS Huron High School will be accepting nomination forms for the HHS Athletic Hall of Fame until May 1st. Please stop by the Athletic Office to pick up the nomination for more go online at www. huronhs.com and find the form under the Alumni tab. The Hall of Fame recognizes former athletes, coaches and community members who have played a major role in Tiger athletics. Any questions please feel free to call Tony Munafo at 433-1237.

Huron Rotary Honors Roger Markin The Huron Rotary honored long time member, Roger Markin, for his 42 years of service and over 30 years of leading the club in song. Roger, also a past president of the club, joined Rotary in 1967 and began his career as the song leader some years later. Roger, who has graced the area with song for over 40 years, and his wife, Barbara, raised 4 daughters in Huron after moving here from the Toledo area. When he was asked about his years of service he commented that the camaraderie of the Huron Rotary is why he is still so active. If you should have the pleasure of hearing Roger sing, you will then understand that he is the Bard of HuPictured, Bill Scott, Carol (Markin) Scott, Roger ron Rotary.

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On Thursday, April 9, students at Huron High actually began their spring break a few hours early. It was Oddball Olympics time again, that annual rite of spring in which teams from each class vie against one another in a series of competitions that can best described as zany.

Who ever heard of such sissy games like the four person push up? Or the cart race? Or the hula hoop race? Whatever happened to the days of the really rugged, he-man games like the sack race, the three legged race, the softball toss, or squopping or blitzing at Tiddley Winks? Gone! All gone!

Now days, these other crazy games are all designed just to be riotous fun, mixing up the sexes in fierce inter-class competition, and in general relieving the tensions built over a full semester of hard work since mid-January. Ordinarily a good snowball fight on a snow day would accomplish the same result, but these days with global warming, kids can’t be sure of any free days. Hence, Oddball Olympics.

Now, in honor of the Huron Bicentennial being celebrated this summer, it has been decided that the entire community will share in the fun by engaging in its own communitywide Oddball Olympics in August. Imagine the whole town gathering on a Sunday afternoon to view the competitions between various sections of town, with each neighborhood fielding its own team, and all vying for a trophy, ribbons, tee shirts, and Donut Shop bragging rights! A committee of experienced sportsmen has been meeting since January working out the details of how to divide the community equitably,

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Midwest Novelist to Read at College Midwestern novelist Jeff Vande Zande will present a reading from his new novel, Landscape with Fragmented Figures at BGSU Firelands College on April 16 at 7:30 pm. The event is sponsored by The Firelands Writing Center and Humanities Department of the college. It is free and open to the public. The book deals with two brothers facing issues of joblessness in the Midwest.

Vande Zande teaches at Delta College in Midland, Michigan and is the author of a book of short stories and another novel. The reading and book signing will be followed by an Open-Mic reading. The event will be held in the Cedar Point Center, Room 1009.

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what games to use, and where to hold the events. In future issues we will be gradually revealing all the details, so be sure to watch here. We see this event turning into an annual rite of late summer frivolity in Huron, with a trophy being awarded annually to the conquering Huron neighborhood whose brave gladiators shall have dominated the field.

Stay tuned to see how you and your friends can organize to participate in these games and preserve your neighborhood’s honor. This summer let us resolve to begin our town’s third century with EVERYONE in Huron for at least one day becoming an oddball!

THE STATUTORY AGENT Ohio Law requires all business entities, including but not limited to corporations, limited liability companies, and non-profit corporations, to appoint and maintain a Statutory Agent.

A Statutory Agent is a

BY JUDGE BILL STEUK, HURON MUNICIPAL COURT representative of the business entity who receives legal documents. This includes receiving a lawsuit filed against the business entity. A Statutory Agent can be served a copy of the lawsuit and summons. A Statutory Agent may be a natural person who is a resident of Ohio or it can be a domestic corporation or a foreign corporation holding a license under Ohio Law. Statutory Agents for a business entity must be registered with the Ohio Secretary of State.

The Agent’s name and address (not a P.O. Box address) must be filed with the Secretary of State. One function of the Secretary of State is to keep track of all registered

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You can also call the Ohio Secretary of State’s office at 1-877-767-3453 to obtain this information. Be advised that it is sometimes difficult to get through to Secretary of State’s office due to the number of calls it receives.

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.

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Notice is hereby given that the Huron City Council will hold a special work session meeting on April 25th, 2009 at 9:00am at Huron City Hall, 417 Main Street, Huron, Ohio to discuss the Public Safety Study recommendations. This notice is given pursuant to Section 121.01 of the Codified Ordinances of the City and to comply with Section 121.22 of the Ohio Revised Code commonly known as the Sunshine Law. Christine M. Gibboney Acting Clerk of Council

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MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND Thursday May 21, 2009 - Acoustic Tapestry 5pm - 8pm Friday May 22, 2009 - Brittish Invasion - 5:30pm - 8:30pm Saturday May 23, 2009 - Soul'd Out - 5:30pm - 8:30pm Sunday May 24, 2009 - Colin Dussault 2:00pm-6:00pm Monday May 25, 2009 - Memorial Day Colin Dussault 2:00pm-6:00pm

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Every Tuesday Community Café at Portland House Assisted Living, 3708 Venice Rd., Sandusky. BYOM, Bring Your Own Mug, every Tuesday 9:30am Saturday April 18 11:00am-4:00pm Earth Day Extravaganza at the Sandusky Mall. Raffle, crafts, information on green living, live remote K-96 Monday April 20 5:00-6:00 pm Monday thru Thursday, Boot Camp with Michael Anne-Cherry. Call (567)283-0120 to register.

Wednesday April 22 Tracy McGinley from Firelands College/ BGSU will discuss identity theft and what can be done to prevent it at Captain Montague’s B&B monthly tea luncheon at noon.

Limited seating; reservations required. 419433-4756. $25 per person.

Saturday May 16 Erie Shores Early childhood PTA’s Rascals Resale Fundraiser will be held at Mesenburg’s Plaza Place (located in the Huron Plaza). The event will feature gently used baby/children’s and maternity clothing, toys, books, shoes, games, furniture and much more. Deadline for selling items is May 9th. For more information about renting a table, please call Ann Meyer at 419-663-6606. No calls after 9pm.

Saturday May 30 10:00am-3:00pm Humane Society of Erie County is having a HUGE Garage Sale. 1911 Superior St., Sandusky, more than 1000 items, donations only, nothing will be priced.

All proceeds to benefit the shelter’s many homeless animals.

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Church Chat Directory of Church Services Christ Episcopal Church 120 Ohio St., Huron 419-433-4701.

Sunday—9 a.m. and Adult Sunday School 10:30 a.m. www.christchurchhuron.com 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.

Grace Orthodox Presbyterian Church Kalahari Resort, Nia Convention Center Rt. 250, Huron; 419-271-3934. graceopchurch@gmail.com www.graceop.org Worship—Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Bible Study—Thursday, 6:30 p.m. at Sheri’s Coffee House in Norwalk 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.

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 8:00-11:00 Nursery and toddler care 6:30 p.m. – 7th & 8th grade Youth Group & Confirmation Class Senior High Ministry 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.

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.

St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church 15617 Mason Rd., Vermilion Rev. Dr. Karl Fry, Pastor 440-967-9886 www.lutheransonline.com/ stmattvermlcms Sunday School/ Bible Study 9:30 Ladies Bible Fellowship 9:15 Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

April 25 Annual Spaghetti Dinner (more info soon)

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.

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.

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.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 4511 Galloway Rd., Huron; 419-626-9860.

Bishop: Bill Reel Sacrament service—9:30 a.m. Sundays Family History Center Wed. 10 am-2pm, Thur. 9am-9pm 1st & 3rd Sat. 9am-5pm 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.

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Send your church service updates, news, events and happenings to Cherry@huronhometownnews.com

Milestones OBITUARIES John F. Megyesi April 30, 1927-March 31, 2009 John F. Megyesi, 81, of Huron, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2009, in Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky, following a brief illness.

He was born April 30, 1927, in Lorain and resided in Huron for the past 79 years. He graduated from Huron High School in 1947. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and served with the 121st Sea Bees on Saipan. He retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad after 36 years of service.

He was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church, Huron; American Legion Post 83, Sandusky; Knights of Columbus; Bronson Norwalk Conservation Club; and Railroad Retirees Club. He enjoyed gardening and fishing.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Catherine (Meola); niece, Lidia (Timothy) Preston; great-nephew, Jerry Scofield Jr.; brothers-in-law, Leonard, David and Joseph Meola, all of Huron; and other nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Stephen and Lidia (Miscoltz) Megyesi; brothers, Steve, William and Julius; and nephew, Steve Megyesi.

At John’s request, a private graveside service will be observed in Meadow Green Memorial Park, Huron, with the Rev. Jeffery Sikorski officiating.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Peter Catholic Church, 430 Main St., Huron, OH 44839; or Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870.

Foster Funeral Home, Huron, is handling arrangements; condolences may be shared at fosterfh.com.

Paulette M. (Roth) Smith April 8, 1947-April 7, 2009 Paulette M. (Roth) Smith, 61, of Huron passed away early Tuesday morning, April 7, 2009, at her home following a lengthy illness.

She was born in Sandusky, April 8, 1947, and was a 1965 graduate of St. Mary’s High School. Paulette was a homemaker and enjoyed NASCAR racing, fishing, country music, being outdoors, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Sandusky.

She is survived by her husband, Joseph H. Smith Jr., whom she married July 30, 1966; daughter, Lisa (Jodi) Smith of Huron; four sons, Kevin Smith of Fremont, Jeff Smith of Huron, Eric Smith of Sandusky and David Smith of Huron; 14 grandchildren, Kassie, Samantha and Bradly Smith, Ashley Stacey, Carissa and Logan Wright, Alexis, Destini, Arion, Gage, Gavin and Yazmine Smith and Zoe Koehler; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore “Ted” and Leontine (Muelfeld) Roth; brother, Terry Roth; and stepmother, Louise Roth.

At her request all services will be private.

Memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice Services, 907 W. State St., Suite A, Fremont, OH 43420.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the David F. Koch Funeral Home, 520 Columbus Ave., Sandusky.

Sharee (Roscoe) Weisenberger Oct. 18, 1941-April 1, 2009 Sharee (Roscoe) Weisenberger, 67, of Huron, passed away early Wednesday morning, April 1, 2009, at her home.

Sharee was born Oct. 18, 1941, daughter of the late Kathryn Alice (Ketcham) and Keith Roscoe. Sharee graduated from Norwalk High School in 1959 and graduated with honors from Oberlin College in 1963.

Sharee retired from Tenneco Automotive in 2007 with 40 years of service.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Don Weisenberger.

Sharee is survived by her sister, Susan Hutchison of Akron, Ohio; her nephews, Byron Hutchison of Palm Beach, Fla., Eric Hutchison of Columbus and William Hutchison of Virginia Beach, Va.; her niece, Tamara Hutchison of Akron; grand-nephews and nieces, Jordyn Hutchison of Canton, Ohio, Caleb Milhoan of Akron and Bailey and Connor Hutchison of Akron.

Sharee, awarded “Woman of The Year” in 1982 by the Women’s Business Society, was a dedicated board member of the Rivers Edge Condominium Association; an active member of Huron United Methodist Church; first vice-president of Norwalk City Schools Alumni Association; and a friend to many.

Friends may join the family in Sharee’s Celebration of Life at 11 a.m. April 18 at the Huron Yacht Club. Please RSVP to

419-656-0191 with your name and number of people in your party before April 14.

Sharee’s final Interment will be with her husband, at Meadow Green Memorial Park, in Huron, OH. Memorial donations can be made in Sharee’s name to the Music Department of Norwalk High School or to Huron United Methodist Church.

Condolences may be shared with her family at grofffuneralhomes.com.

Thomas Lee Stallings Sept. 17, 1966-April 2, 2009 Thomas Lee Stallings, 42, of Norwalk, went to be in the presence of the Lord Thursday, April 2, 2009, at his home surrounded by his wife and dear friends.

Tom was born Sept. 17, 1966, in Tiffin, to Dolores Moore.

After the death of his mother, April 2, 1972, Tom and his brother, Steve, went to live with a foster family. They were later adopted into that family of Jack Stallings and Dorothy Stallings-Coffey.

Tom grew up in Attica, Ohio, and went to Seneca East High School. He remained very close to many of his classmates. He was involved in many activities and sports there and played trombone in the band. He graduated in 1989 from Heidelberg College where he majored in education. He later went to Bowling Green State University to obtain his master’s degree in teaching. He taught math at many schools, the latest being Huron High School and BGSU Firelands Campus. He had a passion for teaching and truly cared about his students. It was very difficult on him when he had to leave teaching in early 2005.

Tom married the love of his life, JoLynn (Taylor), Aug. 10, 1991. They have weathered many storms together including a miscarriage of twins, the death of their seven-month-old son, and the horrible disease that Tom had, ALS or Lou Gehrig’s Disease. They also had many joys in their life, being so in love with each other and having three wonderful kids: Jordan, 8, and twins, Taylee and Jami, 5.

Tom had a variety of interests including politics, Ohio sports teams, making jokes, quoting movies, playing golf and volleyball, and spending time with his family. He had a passion for Jesus Christ and followed Him with all of his heart.

He was an incredible friend, husband, brother, son and father. He was a wonderful, inspiring example of true faith, a true hero.

He is survived by his wife of 171/2 years, JoLynn; son, Jordan Daniel; daughters, TaylorLee Hope and JamiLynn Faith, all at home; mother-in-law, Sue Taylor; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Ted and Jaci Thompson; siblings, Lelia (Dave) Garcia, Bloomville; Greg Stallings, Sandusky, Steve Stallings, Galion, and Vicki (Ed) Dunn, Bowling Green; and many foster siblings.

He was preceded in death by his miscarried twins, Nicholas Keith and Serena Jane; infant son, Joshua Thomas; parents, Dolores Jane Moore, Jack Stallings and Dorothy Coffey; infant brother, Keith Allen Moore; and father-in-law, Charles Taylor.

Viewing hours were 2-4 p.m. Sunday in The Chapel, 4444 Galloway Road, Sandusky, and 6-8 p.m. Monday in Ed Walker Funeral Home, 98 W. Main St., Norwalk. Burial was at noon Tuesday in Woodlawn Cemetery, Norwalk. A memorial service was held at 4 p.m. Tuesday in The Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Tom Stallings Mobility Fund LLC, 337 N. Edgewood Drive, Norwalk, OH 44857.

Thomas “Tom” J. Keating, Nov. 6, 1944 - April 3, 2009 Thomas “Tom” J. Keating, 64, of Huron, died unexpectedly Friday evening, April 3, 2009, at his home.

He was born Nov. 6, 1944, in Sandusky. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. He was a veteran of the U. S. Coast Guard, serving six years. He was employed by General Motors-Sandusky, retiring in 1999 after 30 years of service.

Tom is survived by his wife, Barbara Keating; his brother, James Keating of California; his sister-in-law, Sarah Keating of Cleveland; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Willard G. and Margaret Emma (Everett) Keating, and his brother, Jack Keating in 1986.

Friends called from 1 p.m. Tuesday until services at 3 p.m. in Groff Funeral Home, 1607 E. Perkins Ave., Sandusky. The Rev. Phil Feltman officiated. Burial followed in Meadow Green Memorial Park, Huron.

Memorial contributions may be made in Tom’s name to St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 429 Central Ave., Sandusky, OH 44870.

Condolences may be shared with his family at grofffuneralhomes.com.

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HURON HOMETOWN NEWS | Thursday, April 16 , 2009

Gardening Structure in the Garden: Go Vertical!

MARY STRAYER, MASTER GARDENER

Lately, people have been asking me about vines and want to know if there ones that are fun, or come back year after year. To answer that question, I would like to introduce you all the Scarlet Runner Bean, Phaseolus coccineus. The humming birds love it because it is bright red, with brilliant trusses of bloom, plus it produces edible pods as well. Grow this vine in your landscape where it will show off, and give it space to grow. The beans are produced in the summer, and if you stop picking and eating by late August and let the pods dry out, you will have seed pods for a crop for next year. Dry and save the seeds in a cool place, and you can do this over and over for years. I have personally grown this vine for 17 years, and the

photo is of my garden. One nice thing about the vine is that it is annual, and if you don’t like it, you don’t have to fight to get rid of it next year. It dies with the first killer frost.

Now as long as we are all working faithfully with growing bicentennial colored plants, you could plant Lace Vine, or Autumn Clematis “Sweet Autumn”. These can be found locally, grow to 15’ or more on supported trellis’s, etc. Both of these white blooming vines are perennial, and come back year after year. You prune the Clematis to 1-2’ each year in early spring as leaf buds begin to show, removing all dead stems above new growth.

This year, I plan to plant morning glories ‘Picote’ which is bright dark blue with the Scarlet runner bean vine, to carry out the color scheme. Picote is about 3” across, grows

Spring Walks at Sheldon Marsh Sponsored by Firelands Audubon Spring is a great time to get outdoors and Sheldon’s Marsh, located near Huron, is a beautiful place to be in spring! Firelands Audubon will be sponsoring six bird walks this year, including a Breakfast with the Birds on Earth Day, April 22. As a special treat, Dean Sheldon, whose family originally lived at “Sheldon’s Folly” will be at some of the walks to talk to folks!

All walks are free and open to the public.

Meet at the sign board at the entrance of Sheldon’s Marsh. Walks are scheduled for the following dates and times: Wednesday April 22 Breakfast with the Birds 7am A hearty breakfast will be served at 9am.

RSVP for breakfast to Mary at 419-625-7136. Leader: Mary Warren Thursday April 30 8am Come see what migrants are here! Leader: Jay Abercrombe Saturday May 2 8am What birds are here today? Leaders: Pat Dwight and Georgia Bobryk Tuesday May 12 10am Bring a journal or sketch pad if you like! Leader: Pat Krebs Saturday May 16 6am Bernhardt Century Count. Get up early to help with the annual bird census as we try to count 100 species today. Leader: Carol Andres

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to 10’, and is the truest blue I have found in morning glories.

Both vines remember are annual, and will die with the first hard frost.

There are other vines which you could choose from, so look locally at our nurseries, green houses, and even general merchandise stores for seeds. Have fun, and make your landscape the most beautiful ever. Happy Gardening.

HURON GARDEN CLUB APRIL MEETING The Huron Garden Club is scheduled to meet Friday, April 24 at the Huron Library, 333 Williams Avenue.

The business meeting will be held at 12:00 noon followed by a pot luck luncheon. Those planning to attend are requested to bring their own table service and a delectable dish to share with the group.

The program includes a talk by HGC mem-

ber, Norma Batch, discussing her 50 years of growing wild flowers. Pictures of the flowers will be shown by Mary Strayer.

Hostesses for the event are Fran Cline (440967-3934)and Diane Hand (440- 328-5384). For more information please call either hostess or Publicity Chm., M. Ulrich-419-433-3207.

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___SET UP INDOOR SEEDING OPERATION: 1. Fill “200”* plug trays with a good potting soil 2. Read directions on seed packet 3. Drop seeds in each cell 4. Cover with vermiculite if instructed by packet 5. Place on warm mat if available 6. Site in brightest window 7. Supplement with fluorescent lighting 4”over tray 8. Water lightly usually 1 or 2 times daily; don’t dry out!

9. Once seedling emerge ease up on watering 10. Add a desktop fan to gently blow over seedlings 11. When seedling first 2 leaves unfold, take off heat mat *200 plug tray is a tray with 200 cells; “72” tray has 12-6 packs ___Sow 2 seeds per cell of COOL CROPS (broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, collards, kale, kohlrabi) in a 200 plug tray ___Sow 6 seeds per cell of greens, lettuce & spinach in a 72 tray ___Sow 2 seeds per cell of WARM CROPS (eggplant, onion, peppers and tomatoes) in a 200 plug tray ___Sow 3-6 seeds per cell of HERBS (anise hyssop, basil, catnip, chamomile, chives, cilantro, dill, Echinacea, fennel, feverfew, marigolds, marjoram, nasturtiums, parsley, salad burnet, savory, st. johnswort) in a 200 tray ___Sow 3 seeds per cell of FLOWERS (bells of Ireland, snapdragons, love-lies-bleeding, coleus) in a 200 tray ___Sow a gift of catgrass in a 5” pot for your feline ___FORGOT TO ORDER SEED OR NOT ENOUGH TIME? Buy plants in April and May from your local nursery ___SUPPLIES Good soilless potting mix from local garden center Fluorescent bulb (1 warm, 1 cold) & ballast Vermiculite to cover seeds Plug trays, small (200 plugs per tray) & large (72/tray) Desk top fan

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Instructions: Combine peeled, seeded and chunked cantaloupe, pineapple juice, and lime juice in a food processor; process until smooth.

Pour into shallow bowl or cup and top with peeled and chopped kiwifruit.

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Entertainment “Shakespeare and Company” at BGSU Firelands

At 8 p.m. on April 23, 24, and 25 at 2:30 pm on April 26 in McBride Auditorium at BGSU Firelands, Firelands College Theatre will present ‘SHAKESPEARE & COMPANY,’ arranged and directed by Dr. Frank Glann, an associate professor of humanities at the college and director of the Firelands College Theatre program.

Scenes and familiar lines from favorite plays, including ‘Romeo & Juliet,’ ‘Hamlet,’ ‘Julius Caesar,’ ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream,’ ‘The Merchant of Venice ,’ ‘Othello,’ ‘Richard III,’ and ‘Twelfth Night’ will be augmented with song and poetry from Ben Jonson, Christopher Marlowe, Sir Walter Raleigh, and John Donne in the colorfully costumed and lively production.

Featured in the cast are David Ailing, Anthony Gardner, Brett Gilliam, and Brett Minor of Sandusky; Gina Terry and Nadine McClurg of Huron; Tyler Kershner of Milan; Mara Mossman of Monroeville; Derrick Osborn of Norwalk; Monica Siesel of Bellevue; and Michael Strauss of Vermilion.

Director Frank Glann also servers as scenic designer. Technical Director & Shop Foreman is David Gilmore of the BGSUFirelands faculty. Additional production staff includes Davy Davis of Sandusky as Scenic Artist & Properties Coordinator, Carolyn R. Griswold of Sandusky and Maudy Paden of Vermilion as Costume Coordinators, and Sara Ward of Norwalk as assistant to the director.

For reservation cal 419-433-5560, ext. 20747, or, 419-3720747 beginning April 20. The box office is open from 1-7 pm daily thereafter. Regular admissions are $9 for Adults, $7 for Senior Citizens and Firelands College Faculty, $5 for Children and Students, and $4 for BGSU Firelands students.

Group Rate for 15 or more is $7 per person.

For more information contact Dr. Jann Graham Glann (jglann@bgsu.edu) or Lesley Ruszkowski, assistant director of college relations (lesleyr@bgsu.edu) at 419-433-5560 or 800-322-4787.

A Bicentennial Flashback…

Find Prehistoric Cemetery At Huron Excavation of an artificial mound of earth on the banks of the Huron River, two miles south of here by an adventureseeking Boy Scout troop, is bringing to light skeletons and works of an old tribal race thought to date back to prehistoric times.

Starting last October as a casual search for arrowheads, the venture inspired by tales of Indian lore has grown to proportions far exceeding the bold dreams of the youthful members of the Huron Scout troop.

Several days after the first shovel of earth was turned, a skull was uncovered. Digging since then has gone on at top speed fired by young imaginations. Nineteen skeletons have been found so far, old squaws with children nestled in their arms, warriors killed in battle, all resting peacefully 10 feet down.

At first it was thought the remains were those of the Huron Indians, who roamed the vicinity two centuries ago, Indications now, however, are that the remains are of the Hopewell Indians, a prehistoric tribe previously unknown in

Ohio.

Discovery of a curious ceremonial pipe led to the latter belief. The pipe is of a design no known in the culture of the traditional American Indians. It is a clay pipe of reddish hue, artfully shaped into an alligator’s head.

The above article appeared in the Cleveland Plain Dealer sometime in the early 1970s. The pipe and other artifacts are now part of the Ohio Historical Society collection. The complete article is posted in the Huron Historical Society showcase on the lower level of the Huron Public Library.

More information is sought about the discovery.

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Parks & Rec Saving Paper = Saving Green Like many other folks in the area, Erie MetroParks is looking for ways to conserve and spend wisely. So, it makes sense that the park district makes choices that save taxpayer dollars and help the environment at the same time.

All Erie MetroParks staff have their paychecks direct deposited and do not receive a paper paystub. Instead, staff have online access to their paystub and all previous paystubs since the online service began earlier this year.

Financial Administrator Sara Lippus explained, “The current process of delivering paystubs is labor-intensive, because the paystubs need to be printed, folded, put into envelopes and delivered to each staff member.

However, with online statements, employees can access their paystubs from any location with an internet connection, 24 hours a day. This not only saves the time spent processing each employee’s paystub, but it eliminates the need for the paper it was printed on and the envelope it was sent in.

Additionally, employees can access not only current, but

Erie MetroParks PARK PALS - LET’S GO CAVING! Sat, Apr 18, 10-10:45 am, Osborn Park, Frost Center, ages 3-6 yrs- Take an imaginary tour of some of the coolest caves and see what strange things are lurking there! Registration required. Pre-register online at www.eriemetroparks.org or (419)625-7783 x221.

EARTH DAY EXTRAVAGANZA Sat, Apr 18, 11 am-4 pm, Sandusky Mall-In honor of Earth Day, Erie County Solid Waste Management District, the Sandusky Mall and radio station K96 are sponsoring an Earth Day Extravaganza, including local government, nonprofit and community organizations’ informative displays; recycled art contest; Annual Biggest & Best Enviro-Poster Contest Display, promotional information and more. Look for the MetroParks table! Pre-register online at www.eriemetroparks.org or (419)625-7783 x221.

EARTH DAY ORGANIC VEGETABLE GARDENING AT MULBERRY CREEK Sun, Apr 19, 2-4 pm, Mulberry Creek Herb Farm, 3312 Bogart Rd, Huron-Growing your own food is not only healthy and wise-it’s been reported that there is at least a 600% return on your investment. Learn garden preparation; when to plant different vegetables; when to use seeds; when to use transplants; how to manage disease; harvesting tips and what tools can be helpful. A tour of the Herb Farm greenhouse will follow the demonstration. Pre-register online at www.eriemetroparks.org or (419)625-7783 x221.

DYNAMITE VERNAL POOL HIKE AND MORE! Sun, Apr 19, 1-3 pm, Edison Woods Preserve Office, 8111 Smokey Rd -Learn about the benefits of Project Kaboom and

Huron Parks and Recreation Mailing address: P.O. Box 468, Huron OH Office location: 110 Wall Street Phone: 419-433-8487 Fax: 419-433-0470 Email: hprd@cityofhuron.org Website:www.huronparks.org

Spring Soccer ~ Registration Deadline ~April 17 Programs are open to students in grades 5-8. Pre-Registration is required using Spring Soccer Forms. Forms are available on our website and at our office. Forms have also been distributed to local school offices. Registration forms must be returned to HPRD by Friday, April 17.

IN HOUSE LEAGUE ~APRIL 20 -MAY 28 MONDAYS & THURSDAYS ~ 6PM ~ McCORMICK ~ $35 Residents $40 Non-Residents This is a program designed for the competitive soccer player who wants to compete in an In-House League. The coaching staff will split the participants up into multiple teams and coach them on aspects of skill, development, teamwork and strategy. Each week, players will participate against each other in small-side (half-sized field) games on Thursday evenings. This is a new and exciting program for the true soccer fan and player. Players are asked to bring shin guards and a water bottle. Pre-Registration required, using SPRING SOCCER IN-HOUSE LEAGUE FORM. SKILLS PROGRAM ~ APRIL 21-MAY 29 TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS ~ 4:30-5:30PM ~ McCORMICK ~ $30 Residents $35 Non-Residents This program is designed for players of all skill levels.

Whether you are just starting soccer or you want to take your skills to the next level, this is the program for you. There are

also prior paystubs as well, making pay history available to employees for loan applications, financial transactions, or other agencies requesting wage verifications as needed.”

Since the online service is free, the new procedures are more than a timesaver, they are a money saver. Executive Director Steve Dice said, “As conservations we continually look in unusual places to improve our wise use of natural resources.

Eliminating paper pay stubs and direct depositing checks reduces paper consumption and saves trees.”

According to Financial Administrator Sara Lippus, staff are all using direct deposit, and are in a transition period right now with the online paystub access. To make the new process run smoothly, the online access has been in place for almost a month, but paper paystubs are still being printed. She anticipates that she will no longer print paystubs for the staff as of the end of this month.

For more information, contact Erie MetroParks at (419)6214220 x21.

Erie MetroParks is pleased announce it’s now even easier to find on the Internet. Do you have a MySpace, Facebook or Twitter account? If so, search for Erie MetroParks and check out what our pages have to offer! You’ll find lots of photos and the latest information.

For those that aren’t familiar with these free services, Erie MetroParks invites to try them along with us. See how we’re making the most of them, and maybe you’ll find a new hobby.

Executive Director Steve Dice said, “We need to recognize that communication methods are changing. It is important for Erie MetroParks to remain current with technological communication advances to insure we reach all segments of our community.”

check out how the dynamited vernal pool is faring. Then we’ll hike “high & dry” as we check out the construction of dikes in the Big Meadows area. Wear waterproof footwear. Pre-register online at www.eriemetroparks.org or (419)625-7783 x221.

PARK PALS - YEAH! IT’S EARTH DAY! Mon, Apr 20, 10-10:45 am, Osborn Park, Frost Center, age 3-6 yrs- Celebrate Earth Day by learning ways to preserve and protect our special planet. Registration required. Pre-register online at www.eriemetroparks.org or (419)625-7783 x221.

LOOK WHO’S WALKING Mon, April 20, 6:30-7:30 pm, Oakland Cemetery, Milan Rd entrance-Join Guest Leader Amanda Godfrey of the Sandusky Register for a stroll around the Cemetery Grounds.

Pre-register online at www.eriemetroparks.org or (419)6257783 x221.

EARTH DAY-DIG IT: THE SECRETS OF SOIL Tue, Apr 21, 7-8:30 pm, Osborn Park, Frost Center-Erie Soil and Water Conservation District and Barnes Nursery will discuss what compost is, why the garden needs it, and what the future of composting is. Pre-register online at www.eriemetroparks.org or (419)625-7783 x221.

EARTH DAY BREAKFAST WITH THE BIRDS HIKE Wed, Apr 22, 7:30-9 am hike, 9 am breakfast, Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve, Huron-Join Firelands Audubon members in celebrating Earth Day. Check for resident and migratory bird species and then enjoy a hearty breakfast. Reservations for breakfast greatly appreciated. Register online at www.eriemetroparks.org or by contacting Mary Warren at 419-625-7136. Pre-register online at www.eriemetroparks. org or (419)625-7783 x221.

UNTRASH YOUR CAMPUS, SPONSORED BY KEEP OHIO BEAUTIFUL Wed, Apr 22, 11-1 pm, One University Circle, Huron - Open to the public, join the students of BGSU Firelands in learning

about litter and the effects it has on the environment. Play Environmental Jeopardy with the Erie County Solid Waste District and test your litter knowledge. Meet the BGSU Science Club and learn about campus recycling and join the litter crew. Pre-register online at www.eriemetroparks.org or (419)625-7783 x221.

BARNES COMPOSTING FACILITY-WHERE EARTH DAY IS EVERYDAY! Wed, Apr 22, 5-7 pm, 1630 Camp Rd, Huron- Visit the Barnes Composting Facility and see how the area’s organic debris-from yard clippings to food-are transformed by an invisible workforce into beautiful humus. Take home free samples and more!! Celebrate Earth Day with Barnes! Preregister online at www.eriemetroparks.org or (419)625-7783 x221.

ESTUARY EXPLORATION: INVASIVE PLANTS Thu, Apr 23, 6-7 pm, Old Woman Creek Reserve, 2514 Cleveland Rd, Huron-Jennifer Windus, Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife, talks about invasive plants in Ohio. She will discuss their arrival, spread and some common control methods. Learn about the current research on the invasive plant Common Reed (Phragmites australis) at the Reserve. Pre-register online at www.eriemetroparks.org or (419)625-7783 x221.

MCBRIDE ARBORETUM ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION Fri, Apr 24, 12:30-1 pm, McBride Arboretum, BGSU Firelands, Huron-The first Arbor Day event was held in April 1872, promoting the planting of trees on the treeless plains of Nebraska. Join Erie MetroParks staff, volunteers, Arboretum Board members and the BGSU Firelands Science & Environmental Club in commemorating this holiday with a tree planting program. Pre-register online at www.eriemetroparks.org or (419)625-7783 x221.

no games involved in this program, simply 2 hours of skill development per week. The coaching staff will incorporate skills and techniques into an exciting variety of individual and group drills and practices. Players are asked to bring shin guards and a water bottle. Pre-Registration required, using SPRING SOCCER SKILLS PROGRAM FORM. City Wide Clean-Up Event~Saturday, April 25th 10am12pm.

Come out and help make Huron “A Great Lake Place” by volunteering for a couple hours cleaning up our city. From 8:30am-10:00am, volunteers stop in at the Huron Parks and Recreation Garage (110 Wall Street) where you can enjoy a quick breakfast snack (courtesy of the Huron Chamber of Commerce and Huron Lagoons Marina) then check in and get your clean up assignment; gloves and garbage bags will be provided as you head out to your assigned location for a couple of hours of clean-up; when finished your trash bags are left at the site for Parks and Recreation to pick up. Great opportunity for High School Students to earn community service hours, just bring the necessary forms with you and we will be glad to fill them out.

If you have any questions, please contact our office. No registration necessary.

While they last, we will be giving away tree saplings to our volunteers upon check- in. Another addition…..A representative from the Erie County Master Gardener Program will be available to answer any of your gardening questions!

Safety Town 2009 at Shawnee Elementary This is one of the most important educational programs for young children who will be entering Kindergarten in the fall. This 7-day program is a planned curriculum program incorporating classroom activities to familiarize children with the school setting. This year Safety Town will take place

from June 17-25 at Shawnee Elementary School (please note this location change) 712 Cleveland Road East; Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, from 9am11:30. Thursday, June 25th is Graduation Day….students and parents attend for a Graduation Ceremony/Party! The registration fee is $35 for Residents and $40 for Non-Residents, the deadline for registration is May 15, 2009. Safety Town Registration Forms are available on our website or at the office.

Safety Town Teachers needed!

The Huron Parks & Recreation Department is looking for new instructors for our 2009 Safety Town program.

We are looking for individuals with previous teaching experience or college students pursuing a degree in education.

Please call Brian Croucher, Recreation Manager at 433-8487 ext 220 for additional information/application.

Nickel Plate Beach ~ Season Parking Passes Passes are available now for the 2009 season! Applications are available on our website or stop by the office. The Nickel Plate Season Parking Pass entitles the registered holder the ability to park one (1) licensed vehicle at Nickel Plate Beach during beach hours (dawn to dusk) throughout the season (Memorial Day to Labor Day). The cost for a season pass is $20 Residents and $30 for Non-Residents.

Bargains for Baby Sale ~ May 16th ~ 9am-1pm Sell your gently-used infant/toddler items at the annual “Bargains for Baby sale at the Huron Boat Basin! This sale draws a nice crowd. $8/space, spaces approximately 9 x 19 (size of a parking space), you bring your own tables, we do all the advertising for you. This event is held rain or shine. Preregistration required. Use the general program registration form available on our website or stop by the office.

Library Green Construction Green Construction—What Does It Mean to Your Business?

On Thursday, April 16 at 7 p.m. at the Huron Public Library, Aaron Hauler, Designer and LEED Accredited Professional at Janotta and Herner, will explain the what, why, how and benefits to your business of using Green Construction. This event is free and open to the public. To register, call 419-433-5009, stop in or email huron@huronlibrary.org.

Ohio’s Presidential Heyday-Rescheduled.

How many presidents have come from Ohio? On Friday, April 17, at noon, join us for a Speaker’s Luncheon when Mr. Tom Culbertson, Director of the Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, discusses Ohio presidents. Bring a bag lunch, and we will provide a beverage and dessert. This adult program is free but space is limited so call 419-433-5009 or e-mail huron@huronlibrary.org by Tuesday, April 14 to register.

Big Band Music George Mayer presents a Big Bands Music program at the Huron Public Library on Sunday, April 19 at 1:30 p.m. Mayer was former host of a popular radio show, “Make Believe Ballroom” was heard on WLEC for over 25 years, as well as, the announcer on the broadcasts of the name bands from 1959 to 1964 from the Cedar Point Ballroom heard on regional and national networks—his radio broadcast career spanned 38 years. George considered radio a “wonderful outlet form his busy career as a bank executive.” He is a serious collector of this music and has had the wonderful opportunity of meeting some the top recording stars and entertainers of this era.

Along with numerous talks over the years to many clubs and organizations, Mayer taught a course at the Elder College of BGSU Firelands on the history of music of this era.

His program will trace the history and music of Glenn Miller, Artie Shaw, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Tex Beneke, Ray McKinley, the Tonight Show Orchestra and Louie “Satchmo” Armstrong as well as other popular dance bands and vocalists of this era.

This program is held in conjunction with The Big Read: Erie County Reads To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. This program is free. To register, stop in, call 419-433-85009 or email huron@huronlibrary.org. For more information on related programs in Erie County, go to www.eriecountyreads.org.

Family Storytime Share the love of books with your family. Bring the entire

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family to the Huron Public Library on Tuesday, April 21 at 6 p.m. and enjoy seeing and hearing books come to life in song and story telling. No registration is required for this program.

Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control Is lead-based paint still a health hazard? Join us at the Huron Public Library on Saturday, April 25 at 11 a.m. to learn about the health hazards of lead-based paints and government programs available to families and business for its safe removal. This program is presented in cooperation with Erie County General Health District and the City of Sandusky.

Presenters are Tim King and Bob England. This program is free. To register, stop in, call 419-433-5009 or email huron@ huronlibrary.org.

Mother’s Day Craft The Huron Public Library invites Teens (grades 7 – 12) and Tweens (grades 3 – 6) to celebrate Mother’s Day with a homemade gift for your mom. Teens will meet on Monday, April 27, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. and tweens will meet Tuesday, April 28, from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. We don’t want to print what the gift will be in case Mom reads this, but if you want to come make an easy craft that she’s sure to love, sign up by April 20. Call 419433-5009 or email us at huron@huronlibrary.org.

Net Notice Help the Library go green by signing up for Net Notice. Net Notice is a service available to our patrons that lets you receive your reserve and overdue notices by email and automatically receive your library account information each week.

Simply go www.huronlibrary.org, choose Net Notice and fill out the form provided, click on submit, and you are on your way to going green with us and easily receiving your library information.

Friends of the Huron Public Library Friends of the Huron Public Library, a volunteer group which assists the library in many ways, would like to invite old Friends and anyone interested in becoming a Friend to attend the annual meeting on May 6 at 7:00 at the library. At this meeting, we will discuss election of officers and plans for future fund raisers such as the Art on a Stick, the Book Sale in July as well as helpers for the dinner theater also coming in July. This is a great meeting to attend to learn about fundraisers we do and all the ways we help the library. These are all great ways to have fun and contribute to a good cause at the same time. Please come and be a part of your local library.

Huron Public Library Winter Hours Monday - Thursday 10 AM - 8:30 PM Friday & Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM Sunday 1 – 4 PM The Friends flower sale fundraiser, is wrapping up this week.

All orders must be in by Saturday, April 18. If you would like to order flowers from the Friends, please call Suzy Smercina at 419-433- 3156. Flowers will be delivered to the library seven to ten days after April 18 where they can picked up. Don’t miss this opportunity, call soon!

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Sports Huron Track Cookie Sales a Success

The Huron boys and girls Jr. High and High School track teams cookie sales came to a close March 11. The teams sold over 800 boxes of Ready to Cook cookie dough and received just over $5000 for their efforts. The following individuals will receive free track T-Shirts and some with receive even free track sweats for their selling expertise: Ryan McNulty, Macy McFarland, Rika Izumi, Katie Zimmer, Dani Czekaj, Erin O’Reilly, Kassie Nageotte, Kaileigh Koschutnick, Jessica Majoy, Amber Harkey, Lisa Harkey, Rachel Miller, Kelsey Reno, Jessica Emery, Jadi, Minton, Brooke Barnhart, Katsuy-

ori Izumi, Nick Lowy, Josh Marshall, Ron Ross, Tyler Watson, Michael Post, Ryan Biddlecombe, Ethan Felton, Hannah, Niebler, and Kelsey Solberg. The top seller was Michael Post who received $43 for selling 43 boxes and the Kalahari water park day pass was won by Kelsey Reno. The money earned will go towards pole vault poles, after meet treats, end of the season scrapbooks, and any other item deemed necessary to help run the program for the athletes safety and enjoyment.

We hope you will consider buying next year and to those of you who did, enjoy and thank you for your support.

Huron Boys and Girls Track Teams Continue to Excel On Thursday, April 9 the boys and Girls track teams defeated Monroeville at Huron Memorial Stadium. The Boys team won 98-38 and the girls team won 93-40.

Finishing first for the girls were: The 3200m relay team of Macy McFarland, Rachel Miller, Erin O’Reilly, and Eileen Moriarty in 11:17.16. The 800m and 400m relay team of Katie Thorne, Devon Koenig, Elizebeth Pucci, and Heather Acierto in 1:57.9 and 54.01 respectively. Macy McFarland in the 1600m and 800m run in 6:11.51 and 2:46.97 respectively.

Kate Jones in the Discus with a throw of 75ft. 11in.; Shannon Allen in the Pole Vault with a jump of 7ft. 6in.; Abby Strbjak in the 300m hurdles with a time of 51.31; Devon Koenig in the 200m dash in a time of 28.4; Erin O’Reilly in the 3200m run in a time of 13:40.46; Jessie Miedema in 100m hurdles and the High Jump with a jump of 4ft. 10in.

Also scoring the the girls were: Katie Thorne, second in the 100m dash; Katie Zimmer, second in the discus; Erin O’Reilly, second in the 1600m run; Ciera Calderon, second in the 400m dash; Devon Koenig, second in the High Jump; Katie Jones, second in the shot put; Eileen Moriarty, second in the 800m run; Lindsey Schwerer, second in the 3200m run; Abbey Strbjak, third in the 100m hurdles; Elizabeth Pucci, third in the 100m dash; Kailegh Koshutnick, third in the discus; Rika Izumi, third in the 1600m run; Jamie Vancauwenbergh, third in the 400m dash; Alyssa Franklin, third in the long jump; Kaitlyn Stradtman, third in the 300m hurdles; Heather Acierto, third in the 200m dash.

First for the Boys were: The 3200m relay team of Nick Lowy,

Josh Marshall, Mike Fischer, and Dylan Corwin in a time of 9:07.29. The 800m relay team of Craig Thorn, Justin Hicks, Matt Lehrer, and Nick Rivera in a time of 1:34.9. The 400m relay team of Matt Lehrer, Andrew Fantozzie, Matt Acierto, and Nick Rivera in a time of 44.54. The 1600m relay team of Matt Lehrer, Ryan Biddlecombe, Ben Delamatre, and Dan Nagy in a time of 3:37.19. Josh Russo in the pole vault with a leap of 11ft.; Matt Lehrer in the 100m dash in a time of 11.57; Andrew Fantozzi in the discus with a throw of 157ft. 10in.; Nick Lowy in the 1600m run with a time of 5:04.96; Craig Thorne in the High Jump(5’ 8”), 400m dash(52.84), and the 200m dash(23.72). Cameron Fulford in the Shot Put with a throw of 46ft. 7in.; Dylan Corwin in the 800m run with a time of 2:15.49.

Also scoring for the boys were: Ryan Biddlecombe, second in the 110m hurdles and 300m hurdles; Nick Rivera, second in the 100m dash; Cameron Fulford, second in the discus; Michael Zeck, second in the 800m run; Matt Acierto, second in the 200m dash; Josh Marshall, second in the 3200m run; Treyvon Mathews, third in the 110m hurdles; Matt Likes, third in the discus; Josh Marshall, third in the 1600m run; Tyler Krueger, third in the long jump; Nick rivera, third in the high jump; Danny Nagy, third in the 400m dash; Matt Likes, third in the shot put; Nathan Schaefer, third in the 800m run; and Nick Lowy, third in the 3200m run.

The team’s next meet is Sat. at the Edison Invitational beginning at 9:30am and they have a home meet with Clyde, Tuesday April 21.

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McCormick Students of the Month Each month, one student will be recognized as our Student of the Month. This award will be based on the following criteria: attendance, attitude, workmanship, growth and improvement, classroom behavior and work completion. One student will be selected from each grade level and will be nominated by their respective grade level teachers. Mr. Carter and the appropriate grade level teachers will select the deserving student.”

Pictured l to r are 8th Grader Chloe Greenawalt and 7th Grader Benji Battiste.

Lights, Camera, Action!

By: Tori Fantozzi and Hannah Blackwell, 5th grade students

Mrs. Leah LaCrosse, fifth grade science teacher at Woodlands Intermediate School, has received $1,000 for a grant from the TIGER Fund.

The purchase will be used to make mini movies on units in science and health. She used the money to purchase a digital camcorder, a Mac Mini processor and hard drive, and iStop Motion software. The software will be available for use by all of her classes all the time. A small group of students will make a movie, and it will be shown to all of fifth grade science or heath classes depending on the subject of the movie.

Mrs. LaCrosse decided to purchase these items because when she taught eighth grade multi-media she used similar software. She wanted to try it out on fifth grade science students. Anyone interesting is seeing the videos will be able to find them at www.huronhs.com, on Mrs. LaCrosse’s website.

Mrs. LaCrosse said that this software is only one step below what some producers on TV use to edit their shows.

Mrs. LaCrosse has written about fifteen grants in her twelve years of teaching. She has taught many different grade levels such as first grade, fourth grade, sixth grade, and eighth grade. Mrs. LaCrosse said she enjoys teaching because she learns along with her students.

Historical Society Visits Fourth Grade Students

BY ALLIE LENYO AND ANNA TANAKA, 6TH GRADE STUDENTS

ceived. She has received a SmartBoard grant and a supply grant, however. Mrs. Ritzler has been teaching for fifteen years and has been teaching fourth grade for eight of those years.

“Teaching is very rewarding. I would hope that my students have enjoyed my class,” Mrs. Ritzler said.

Mrs. Ingrid Ritzler, fourth grade teacher at Woodlands Intermediate School, recently received a Tiger Fund Grant for $520 to help bring a special immigration program to the school. The Western Reserve Historical Society came to the fourth grade with the program “Traveling Immigration Huron City Schools Trunks.” During this program, trunks telling the “sto- Monday April 20 Dirt Pudding Pie ries” of immigrants who came Grilled Cheeseburger on Bun Assorted Fruit from different locations were Crisp Pickles Ice Cold Milk brought to the school. One Golden Brown French Fries hundred and seven students Georgia Peaches Thursday April 23 participated in this program Ice Cold Milk Spaghetti with Meat Sauce by unpacking the trunks and Fresh Salad Greens putting together the immi- Tuesday April 21 Choice of Dressings grants’ stories.

Garlic Breadstick Meat & Cheese Nachos “The students had a lot of fun Seasoned Corn Chilled Pineapple & and were very involved (in the Toft’s Mini Ice Cream Mandarin Orange program),” Mrs. Ritzler said.

Ice Cold Milk Sandwich This program helped meet Refreshing Pears the state curriculum in many Ice Cold Milk Friday April 24 ways. It met part of the PeoBreakfast Pita Scrambled ple in Societies Standard and Wednesday April 22 Eggs/Ham/Cheese part of the Social Studies and Plump Chicken Nuggets Bite Size Tater Tots Methods Standard. During Whipped Potatoes Warm Iced Cinnamon Roll the program, the fourth grade Chicken Gravy Juice Choice teachers split the students up Buttered Diner Roll Ice Cold Milk into groups. The fourth grade St. Pete’s Lunch Menu teachers also split up, with each teacher working with a group. Monday, April 20 Peaches “The (other) fourth grade Char Broiled Beef on Bun Milk teachers and I share many Potato ideas. That is how we get some Jell-O Thursday April 23 of the best ideas for projects Milk Chicken Fajita and programs like this.” Mrs. Roll Ritzler said.

Salsa Tuesday, April 21 After the program came to Breaded Mozzarella Sticks Apples the school, the classes followed Dipping Sauce Milk up with a class discussion and Green Beans the students each wrote up a Pears Friday, April 24 written response. The students Milk Domino Pepperoni Pizza enjoyed and benefited from Celery the immigration program.

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