The Village Reporter - June 26th, 2024

Healthy Spot Celebrates Relocation In Wauseon

By: Jacob Kessler

VILLAGE REPORTER

jacob@thevillagereporter.com

WAUSEON - Healthy Spot in Wauseon has officially reopened after moving to its new location. Now located at 1270A North Shoop Avenue, the location features a nice patio

By: Jesse Davis

THE VILLAGE REPORTER jesse@thevillagereporter.com.

Several residents brought their concerns along with chastising for the Delta Village Council during its meeting Monday.

First among those to chide the council was Delta Chamber of Commerce President Kirsten Fruchey. Fruchey raised multiple issues, including comments disparaging the chamber supposedly made by council member Anthony Dawson in a private conversation and the circumstances surrounding a potential joint chamber/council administrative assistant position.

According to Dawson, his issue with the chamber stemmed from parking lot usage he said the council was not made aware of.

Fruchey said she reported it as required to the village administrator "at the time," which would have been since-terminated Village Administra

The ceremony featured DJ Nune Molina W/ Loco Sounds, as well as some samples, a drawing, and giveaways.

PHOTO BY JACOB KESSLER / THE VILLAGE REPORTER

RIBBON CUTTING … Owners Dr. Josh and Jill Baumgartner and Jason and Lindsey McClane stand with Wauseon Chamber of Commerce members, local business owners, and representatives from the City of Wauseon, during the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Healthy Spot.

PHOTO BY JESSE DAVIS / THE VILLAGE REPORTER

Chamber of Commerce President Kirsten

79th Annual Reunion Of The National Threshers Association

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Other highlights include antique tractor and steam engine pulling displays, operator skills contests, evening spark shows, prony brake horsepower testing, Baker fans, power eater and much more. Air-powered engine displays are also featured, along with photos and memorabilia dating back to the reunion's first show in 1945. Official National Threshers Association shirts, as well as other commemorative items are available under the grandstand throughout the show. An extensive flea market features tractor and steam engine parts, authentic and reproduction manuals, antique and new tools, collectibles, signs, decals and a wide variety of other items.

Obituaries & Death N otices

Joyce Barker (1945 - 2024)

(Worked For Ohio Turnpike Commission)

Joyce Ann Barker, age 79, of Swanton, Ohio passed away in her home early Sunday morning, June 16, 2024. She was born in Toledo on January 5, 1945, to the late Leon and Sophia “Joyce” (Wojiechowski) Morawski. Joyce graduated from Woodward High School in 1963 where she would meet and then go on to marry her high school sweetheart, Jerome Barker Jr on November 8, 1968.

She was employed for the Ohio Turnpike Commission where she started out as a toll booth collector, and then was later promoted to supervisor. Joyce served 22 years with the Ohio Turnpike before retiring.

She enjoyed spending time with her family and was known for her exceptional cooking skills. Joyce was also a master gardener, where her flower beds and garden proved it.

You would always find her watching the Cleveland Indians on TV, she refused to acknowledge them any other way.

After her sons would go on to graduate and move out of the house, she would then get a 4th son, “Xavier” the dog who would precede her in death.

Left to cherish Joyce’s memory is her husband of 56 years, Jerome Jr; sons, Jerry (Annette) Barker, James (Ryan) Barker and Jeff Barker; brothers; Ronald (Judy) Morawski, Richard (Carol) Morawski and Robert (Judy) Morawski; sisters, Pat (Jim) Modlinski and Jean Antkowiak; several nieces, nephews and friends.

A private family funeral service will be held at Barnes Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 5825 St Hwy 109, Delta, Ohio 43515 with Pastor Maryann Reimund officiating. Interment will follow at Winameg Cemetery near Delta.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing a show of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions to the family, care of Jerome Barker Jr; for an organization to be determined at a later time.

Arrangements are entrusted with Barnes Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 5825 St Hwy 109, Delta, Ohio 43515. Online condolences may be sent to the family through our website at www. barnesfuneralchapel.com.

Donnabelle

Burkholder

(1936

– 2024) (Lifetime Resident Of Pettisville Area)

Donnabelle Lee (Riegsecker) Burkholder, age 87 years, passed from this life to her eternal home on June 15, 2024.

She was born on August 25, 1936, on the family farm near Lauber Hill in rural Archbold, to Albert and Leah (Smead) Riegsecker.

She married LaVern (Bud) Burkholder on June 2, 1957, at Central Mennonite. Bud preceded her in death on November 5, 1988.

Surviving are their children: Ron (Nancy) Burkholder, Archbold; Cathy (Don) Frey, Wauseon; Dawn (Scott) Thomas, Goshen, IN; and daughterin-law Joan (Tracy) Wyse, Archbold; 8 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Carol Macey, Cypress, CA; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Donnabelle was preceded in death by Bud, her parents, son Ken, and siblings Sharon, Norman, and Darold Riegsecker.

She lived her life in the Pettisville area, having graduated from Pettisville High School in 1954. She was a member of Central Mennonite Church.

Although she wasn't able to attend church services for the past few years, she faithfully watched the live stream each week. She was a prayer warrior for many people, including her family.

After high school, Donnabelle worked at Sauder Woodworking. She began a baking career by making bread and doughnuts from home and selling them.

When the children were young, she took a cake decorating class and became well known for her wedding cakes, birthday cakes, etc.

After the children were all in school, Donnabelle left her baking business and took a factory job at ConAgra (LaChoy), where she worked until retirement, making many good friends.

After retirement, Donnabelle enjoyed making hand-stamped greeting cards. Family, friends, and church members were blessed when receiving her special greetings.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, June 19, at Central Mennonite with burial following at the Pettisville Cemetery. A celebration of life service was then held at the church, with Pastor Ron Kauffman officiating.

Short Funeral Home in Archbold has been entrusted with the arrangements. The family suggests memorial gifts be given to CHP Hospice or Gideon Bibles.

Howard “Chip” Winzeler (1939 – 2024) (Former Williams County Commissioner)

Howard William (Chip) Winzeler, age 85, of Bryan, Ohio passed away on June 16, 2024, at his home. He was born April 20, 1939, in Bryan, Ohio.

Chip is survived by his wife, Karen, whom he married on June 23, 2007. His surviving sisters are: Margy (Ron) Garnett and Barbara Winzeler, who reside in Naples, Florida. He is also survived by his children, Curtis (Jackie) Winzeler of Springboro, Ohio, Melissa (Kenneth) Brock of Stryker, and Sarah Winzeler and her fiancée, Deron Eicher, of Bryan. His stepchildren are Corby Jackson and Sarah Jackson of Bryan and Erin Pearce of Carthage, North Carolina. He has been blessed with 16 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, including Mycah Smith, whom he helped raise with Karen.

Chip was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Lucy (Goodall) Winzeler.

Chip received his high school diploma from Bryan High School in 1957. While in school, he took part in track and field sports. He attended the University of Michigan and Bowling Green State University.

He worked for Ohio Art Company in purchasing and sales for 25 years. Following his retirement from the Ohio Art, he was involved with investing and stock market analysis. He served as Williams County Commissioner from 1973 to 1975.

He had an interest in learning about other cultures and hosted American Field Service (AFS) exchange students from New Zealand, Norway, Yugoslavia, Germany and Paraguay.

For many years he kept a home on Clear Lake, Indiana, and enjoyed boating and water skiing with family and friends.

His hobbies included classic cars, collecting antiques, racquetball, bowling, target shooting and tennis. For many years he took part in the Bryan Parks and Recreation tennis tournaments. More recently, Chip and Karen enjoyed their two dogs, Tilly and Ginger, who were very special to him.

The family held a private service on Saturday, June 22. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to St. Patrick’s School, Williams County Humane Society or The Bryan Area Foundation.

To sign the online register or to send condolences, please visit www.krillfuneralservice.com.

Janis Coressel (1963 – 2024) (Bryan Resident)

Janis Coressel, 61, of Bryan, Ohio passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2024, surrounded by her family. Born January 18, 1963, the daughter of Jerry N. and Sharon R. (Maier) Buckner in Detroit, Michigan. Janis married her loving husband, Keith Coressel on June 17, 1989, marking the beginning of a beautiful journey together. She loved spending time with her family, enjoyed cooking, camping, and being outdoors in general.

Janis's warm and generous spirit touched everyone she met, leaving a lasting impact on her community.

She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Janis's memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

Janis is survived by her husband, Keith; daughters, Holli Coressel, Nicole (Nicholas) Shook, Christina (Bradley) Brown; grandson, Romelio Leslie; sister, Jackie Reichle; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents and brother, Jim Buckner.

Cremation will take place in the care of Krill Funeral Service, 860 West Mulberry Street, Bryan, Ohio 43506.

Christina Reyes (1979 – 2024) (Bryan Resident)

Christos Manolas (1954 – 2024)

(Started Area Four Seasons Restaurants)

Christos Manolas, age 69 of Auburn, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 15, 2024 in Bryan, Ohio. He was born on July 7, 1954, in Geroplantanos, Xalkidiki, Greece. He married Dafni Kompogiannou on March 31, 1997, after being with her since 1991. She resides in Auburn.

Christos came here from Greece when he was 15 years old to build his American Dream. He was a very hard, blue-collar worker. He was witty and very smart mathematically.

Once he got into the restaurant business, he started multiple restaurants, first in New York City and then he moved to the Midwest and the Ohio region. His latest restaurants were the Four Seasons restaurants in Bryan and Montpelier, Ohio.

He was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed metal detecting and collecting coins. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family. His family considered him the best father and grandfather in the world. He will be greatly missed.

Survivors include his wife, Dafni Manolas of Auburn; daughter and son-in-law, Irene Manolas and Konstantinos Vlachos of Bryan, Ohio; son, Athanasios Manolas of Auburn; his ex-wife, Mary Manolas, and their three sons, George Manolas of Florida, Daniel Manolas of Auburn and Steve Manolas of Auburn; three grandchildren, Eliana Manolas, Xristos Manolas and Ioannis Vlachos; and sister, Magda Voigatzi of Greece.

He was preceded in death by his father, Christos Manolas, his mother, Mirsina (Triandafilou) Samalekis and one brother, Dimitri Samalekis.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, from 2-7 p.m. at the Feller and Clark Funeral Home, 1860 S. Center St. in Auburn. Additional visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday morning from 10-11 a.m. Funeral services were held on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with Father Cosmin Sicoe officiating. Burial took place at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Auburn following the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family would like to collect money to help the people of Christos' hometown.

Christos loved going home to Greece to visit with his family and friends. He was always helping others and the family would like to use this money to continue helping people from his hometown of Riza, Xalkidiki, Greece.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.fellerandclark.com and on our Facebook page at Feller and Clark Funeral Home.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Feller and Clark Funeral Home in Auburn.

Christina L. Reyes, age 45, of Bryan, Ohio passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024. Christina enjoyed spending time with her children, going to the lake to watch and feed the ducks, camping and taking car rides.

Christina was born March 13, 1979 in Hillsdale, Michigan, the daughter of Wayne "Charlie" and Judy D. (McCloe) Eichler. On November 28, 2012 she married Paul M. Reyes in Hillsdale, MI and he survives.

Christina is also survived by her daughters, Amy (Jay) and Amber; a grandchild who is due in August and brothers, Patrick (Melissa) Eichler, of Osseo, MI and James (Lori) Eichler, of Pittsford, MI. She was preceded in death by her parents. A celebration of Christina's life will be held by her family at a later date. Krill Funeral Service, 860 West Mulberry Street, Bryan has been entrusted with her arrangements. Condolences may be sent to and the online register may be signed at http://www.krillfuneralservice.com.

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Obituaries & Death Notices (Continued)

Arlene Murphy (1950 - 2024)

(Member Of Sherwood Methodist Church)

Arlene K. Murphy, age 73, of Sherwood, passed away early Sunday, June 16, 2024, at Toledo Promedica Hospital, Toledo, Ohio.

Arlene was born July 24, 1950, in Defiance, Ohio, the daughter of the late Herbert and Marianna (Notestine) Sudholtz. She married Roger H. Murphy on April 12, 1969, and he preceded her in death on February 17, 1987.

Arlene was a longtime employee of Potter Inc., retiring in 2016. She was an active member of Sherwood Methodist Church.

Arlene enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, playing cards, watching gameshows on television, and talking with her friends on the telephone. She also enjoyed supporting her grandchildren in all their activities.

Surviving is her son, Eric (Angela) Murphy of Edgerton; four grandchildren, Samantha (Tim) Ryan of Bryan, Derek (Makayla) Murphy of Napoleon, Amaya A. Boyd of Sherwood, Alysha Boyd of Sherwood; five great-grandchildren, Cadance Ryan, Cameron Ryan, Evelynn Murphy, Ezra Murphy and Ella K. Murphy, due to arrive this week; son-in-law, Bob Boyd; one brother, Alfred (Shannon) Sudholtz of Sherwood.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, with Pastor Boyd Shugart officiating. Interment followed in Sherwood Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of Oberlin-Turnbull Funeral Home, Sherwood, Ohio.

Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions be directed to Sherwood Methodist Church.

Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.oberlinturnbull.com.

Duane “Scout” Hocking (1937 – 2024) (Resided In Rural Edgerton)

Duane “Scout” C. Hocking, 87, of rural Edgerton, Ohio, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024, at Mercy Defiance Regional Medical Center – ER, Defiance, Ohio.

Duane was born April 15, 1937, in Cleveland, Ohio, daughter of the late Henry A. and Aleeta (Brightbill) Hocking. She was a 1955 graduate of Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School and went on to receive her Bachelor of Science degree from Bowling Green State University and her Master of Physical Education Health from Central Michigan University.

Duane was a life-long learner and dedicated educator, working over 42 years in higher education. She began her career teaching at public schools in Ohio and Michigan, and then spent 33 years as a professor in the sports science department at Defiance College.

She was also a big supporter of Defiance College and was involved in the Purple & Gold Club and the Alumni Varsity “D”.

Duane was inducted into the Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School Gallery of Achievement, and at Defiance College achieved professor emeritus, received the Pilgrim Metal, was honored as a distinguished faculty member, and inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame.

The student training room at Defiance College’s George M. Smart Athletic Center was also named in her honor, the Duane C. Hocking Training Room.

She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Hicksville, Ohio, where she served as the chair of the property committee for many years, participated in the social ministry committee, sang in the choir and served as an usher.

Some of the happiest times in Duane’s life included spending summers at their cabin at Lake Vermillion in Minnesota, filling their time with boating, fishing and watching wildlife.

In more recent years, she enjoyed planting and maintaining her flower beds, visiting with family, sitting on the deck enjoying nature and taking car rides to Edon Dairy Treat.

Surviving is her partner, Patricia A. Peter of Edgerton; sister, Heather (Howard) Hodges of Sparta, Tennessee; nephew, Steve (Theresa) Hodges of Stow, Ohio; niece, Holly Hodges of Sparta, Tennessee; a great-nephew, Trevor Hodges of Stow, Ohio; a great-niece, Audrey Hodges of Stow, Ohio; her adopted family, Phyllis (Claren) Osmun of Edgerton, Ohio, Melvin (Peggy) Peter of Bryan, Ohio, Chuck dec. (Marsha) Peter of Hicksville and Mary Jo (Craig) Cherry of Noblesville, Indiana; and many former students and athletes, who she served as both a mother and mentor.

Funeral services for Duane were held on Friday, June 21, 2024, at St. John Lutheran Church in Hicksville with Minister Alex Heffelfinger officiating. Interment followed in Lost Creek Cemetery, Farmer, Ohio.

An avid proponent of higher education, Duane’s former students established an endowed scholarship at Defiance College that is awarded to outstanding students displaying qualities of leadership and involvement both on campus and in their communities. Memorial contributions can be directed to Defiance College - Duane C. Hocking Endowed Scholarship Fund; or to St. John Lutheran Church. Condolences may be sent to the family, or the online guestbook may be signed at www.oberlinturnbull.com.

Janet Balzer (1939 – 2024)

(Archbold Graduate; Formerly Of Stryker)

Janet Balzer age 84, of Independence, Kentucky, and formerly of Stryker, Ohio, passed away peacefully Sunday morning June 16, 2024, at Woodcrest Nursing and Rehab in Elsmer, Kentucky. She was born July 7, 1939, to Floyd and Helen (Bernath) Erbskorn in Archbold, Ohio. She married Eugene Frank who preceded her in 1966. Later married Kenneth Balzer who preceded her in 2008.

Janet was a 1958 Graduate of Archbold High School. Worked for several companies as a bookkeeper and was a custodial caretaker for Stryker United Methodist Church where she was a long-time member.

She was also a homemaker where she enjoyed being involved in her children’s lives and their activities.

They were her pride and joy. She loved to watch her grandchildren, Jax and Aidan in their school activities and outings, she enjoyed watching all the grandchildren and great grandchildren grow and be a part of their lives.

She is survived by her children; Steven Frank, Kevin (Ann) Frank; Cheryl (Jeff) Siska; David (Rochelle) Balzer, 19 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren, sister Carol (Alva) Ames, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, both husbands and daughter-in-law Ruth Frank.

Graveside funeral services were held on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at the Evansport Cemetery, with Pastor Nick Woodall, officiating.

The family requests that memorial contributions be given to St Elizabeth Hospice or donor’s choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Grisier Funeral Home in Stryker.

Margarita De Los Santos (1959 – 2024)

(Worked At Spangler Candy Company)

Margarita De Los Santos, age 65, of Bryan, passed away on June 20, 2024, at St. Charles Hospital in Toledo. Margarita worked at Spangler Candy Company for many years.

Margarita was born on June 19, 1959, in Mercedes, Texas, to the late Jesus and Irene (Ortega) De Los Santos. Margarita was a member of the St. Peter Catholic Church in Archbold. She loved gardening, hummingbirds, and her two cats, Mai and Suki. Above all else, she loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them.

Margarita is survived by her daughter, Taylor (Alexian) Langley of Umatilla, FL; son, Michael Pierce of Ft. Irwin, CA; grandchildren, Jackson, Scarlett, and Marcus; siblings, Martha (David) Kerr, Maria (Jose) Valderas, and Emilio (Angela) De Los Santos; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Jesus De Los Santos, Jr. Visitation for Margarita took place on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at the Grisier Funeral Home in Stryker. A funeral mass will take place on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at St. Peter Catholic Church in Archbold, at 11 am, with Rev. William Pifher officiating. Burial will follow at the Oakwood Stryker Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Fulton County Humane Society.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www. grisierfh.com. The Grisier Funeral Home of Stryker is honored to serve the De Los Santos family.

Theodore “Ted” Dickerson (1956 – 2024)

(Retired From Worthington Steel In Delta)

Theodore “Ted” E. Dickerson, fondly known as “Hollywood”, age 68, of Delta, Ohio, passed away peacefully at Cleveland Clinic after a long illness with his loving children, nephews and longtime girlfriend by his side. He was born to the late Rodney and Darlyene (Lee) Dickerson on June 16, 1956 in Zanesville, Ohio. After high school, he would start his career at Worthington Steel.

Ted would spend over 40 years with them, most recently in management, before retiring on July 28, 2017. He enjoyed camping with his friends during the Threshers Convention and Fulton County Fair, along with side by side and Harley Davidson biking trips.

Annually, Ted also tried to attend the Wood County and Fulton County Tractor Pulls. He was a member of the Delta Eagles and most of all a great father, grandpa, companion and friend to many.

Ted was preceded in death by his father, Rodney in 2007 and mother, Darlyene in 1998. He is survived by his children; Eric Dickerson of Trenton, Ohio, Tara (Chris Amis) McCarty of Trenton, Ohio, his life companion of several years, Jeri Leu; grandsons, Barrett Dickerson and Ethan McCarty; sister, Vickii (Dan) Sewell of Cincinnati, Ohio and nephews, Brad (Janise) Felblinger and Scott (Maria) Felblinger. A funeral service celebrating Ted’s life will begin at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Barnes Funeral Chapel and Crematory in Delta. Pastor Maryann Reimund will be officiating.

Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions to the Transplant House of Cleveland, 2029 E. 115th St., Cleveland, Ohio 44106 in his memory.

Online condolences may be sent to the family through our website at www.barnesfuneralchapel.com..

Betty Houghton (1935 – 2024) (Former Montpelier Village Clerk)

Betty Mae Houghton, 88, entered heaven on Thursday morning, June 20, 2024. She had been a resident at Betz Nursing Home in Auburn. She was born on December 1, 1935 in Williams County, Ohio to the late Ora B. and Florence F. (Woolf) Allman. She married James D. Houghton on May 11, 1985 in Montpelier, Ohio. He preceded her in death on September 5, 2010.

Betty served as the Village Clerk for Montpelier, Ohio and also worked in payroll and accounts payable at several area factories. She was a member of the Auburn Presbyterian Church.

She was very involved with the church choir, rummage sales and the Friends Table. Betty loved to travel. She collected Precious Moments and was in a club for that.

She loved animals and always had a dog. Her dog Lily lives with JoLynn now. She was a very dedicated Grandma who helped raise Travis and Tyson and helped make them the young men they are today.

Surviving are daughters JoLynn (Jim) Conley, Auburn, Indiana; Heather Houghton, Auburn, Indiana; son Timothy Houghton, Waterloo, Indiana; grandsons Travis Conley, Lansing, Michigan; Tyson Conley, Auburn, Indiana; brother Leland (Barb) Allman, Pioneer, Ohio; brother-inlaw Raymond Carnahan, Fort Wayne, Indiana.

She was preceded in death by brothers John (Marilyn) Allman, Orlando (Mary Lou) Allman; sisters Thelma (Denver) Lee, Mary Jane Allman; brother-in-law David (Barbara) Houghton; sisters-in-law Miriam D. Houghton, Nanci Carnahan.

Calling was held on Monday (June 24, 2024) at Auburn Presbyterian Church. A funeral service followed with Pastor David Lawrence officiating. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Auburn.

Memorials may be given to the Friends Table at Auburn Presbyterian Church – 111 West 12th Street in Auburn, Indiana 46706.

Carnahan-Baidinger & Walter Funeral Home in Spencerville, Indiana is assisting the family with arrangements. To view an online obituary or sign the guestbook, visit cbwfuneralhome.com.

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Rosemary Ann Bowers, age 60 of Bryan, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Rosemary was in band during her school years, playing the flute. She enjoyed riding bikes when she was young. Rosemary loved music, playing cards, and was an avid animal lover. Rosemary was born October 21, 1963 in Napoleon, Ohio, the daughter of Enos A. and Eloise M. (Towns) Bowers. She had three children, Ricky, Sarah and Rachel. She was preceded in death by her parents and an aunt, Patsy Towns. Krill Funeral Service, 860 West Mulberry Street, Bryan has been entrusted with her arrangements. She will be laid to rest with her mother at Pleasant View Union Cemetery, Fayette.

Rosemary Bowers (1963 – 2024) (Bryan Resident)

Obituaries & Death Notices (Continued)

Janice Bostelman (1952 – 2024) (Wauseon

Resident)

Janice Fay Bostelman, 72, of Wauseon, Ohio passed away on June 20, 2024, with her loving family by her side.

She started her life with her beloved twin sister, Janien Rathge, on January 8th, 1952, in Napoleon, Ohio. Her parents, Raymond and Margaret Borstelman, were quite surprised at their early arrival.

Janice then spent her childhood playing on the porch on West Main and riding bikes back and forth to the pool.

Janice graduated high school in 1970 and then met the love of her life, Jerry Bostelman, shortly thereafter. They were married on February 10, 1973, in a memorable double wedding ceremony alongside Janien and Roger Rathge.

After getting married, Jerry and Janice decided to settle in Wauseon, Ohio and started their family. Together, they had four children, Joy (Jack) Miller, Jana (Rob) Bourn, Josie (Derek) Krueger and Jay (Jodi) Bostelman.

She dedicated her life to raising her children, spending many years cheering them on at sporting events, being their taxi driver, preparing home cooked meals, and supporting them in every way she could. As her children grew up and moved on into their adult lives, you could often hear her say, “When am I going to have grandchildren?”

And before she knew it, her family grew from 6 to 22! Fourteen grandchildren soon filled her life and became her pride and joy.

For the next 22 years, she supported each and every one of them in everything they did while spoiling them rotten every chance she got. They could do no wrong in the eyes of Grandma Jan!

Overall, Janice was always a blessing to those around her and she could light up the room with her smile. She spent many years serving several local churches in the community with over 45 years working for Trinity Lutheran Church and 20 years for North Clinton Church.

She was always known for being the most welcoming and loving person. She cared for countless family members and friends when they were in need.

Above all else, she loved her family with a passion and conviction like no other. She was always there for her husband, children and grandchildren whenever they needed her.

Throughout her life and even in her death, she continued to smile through it all. She taught us to find joy even during the hard days.

She is survived by her husband, children, grandchildren, siblings and nieces/nephews. Grandchildren: Jake, Beau and Luke Miller, Isaiah, Joshua, Ella, Julia and Micah Bourn, Kurt, Eli and Clara Krueger and Rodney, Averie and Whitley Bostelman. Siblings: Russell (Carol) Borstelman, Kathleen (Lynn) Rausch, Janien (Roger) Rathge, Beverly (Timothy) Nelson and Tracie (Frank) Gaertner.

Janice was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Margaret Borstelman and her niece, Christina Joan Nelson.

Funeral services will be held at North Clinton Church in Wauseon at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 with an hour of visitation prior to services.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www. rodenbergergray.com

Nancy Stahl (1933 – 2024) (Formerly Of Bryan)

Nancy E. Stahl, 90, formerly of Bryan, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at The Laurels of DeKalb, Butler, Indiana.

Nancy was born August 14, 1933, in Wauseon, Ohio, daughter of the late Noah and Mary (Ehrat) Grime. She was a 1951 graduate of Archbold High School.

Nancy married Howard H. Stahl on April 1, 1951, in Archbold, Ohio, and he preceded her in death on September 15, 2023. She previously worked in human resources for Sears-Roebuck, and as an executive secretary at Ohio Art.

Nancy also owned and operated Victorian Afternoon Teas out of her home in Bryan for over 20 years. She was a member of Bryan First Presbyterian Church, played baritone saxophone in the Bryan City Band, and was active in the Claire Newcomer Club, the Sew & Sew Club and the Bridge Club.

Nancy enjoyed playing card games, traveling, and most of all, spending time with her kids, grandkids and making memories.

Surviving are her five children, Dr. Stephen (Shakila) Stahl of Las Vegas, Nevada; Sheryl (Ed) Valentine of Delaware, Ohio; Stan (Sandra Grunberg) Stahl of Toledo, Ohio; Sandra Stahl Abdallah of Columbus, Ohio; and Sara Stahl Yosick of Hamilton Lake, Indiana; and nine grandchildren, Jennifer, Victoria, Ben, Shane, Nicki, Sami, AJ, Brandon, and Cory.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband, Howard; and two sisters, Mary Katherine Reed and Donna Marie Rufenacht.

Funeral services for Nancy will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at First Presbyterian Church, 506 Oxford Drive, Bryan, Ohio, with Rev. Leonel Pech officiating. Interment will follow at Archbold Cemetery, Archbold, Ohio. Memorial contributions can be directed to the Laurels of DeKalb- Memory Unit, 520 W. Liberty Street, Butler, Indiana 46721.

Condolences may be sent to the family or memories may be shared at www.oberlinturnbull.com.

Robert “Bob” Estle (1959 – 2024) (Bought Chevy-Buick Dealership In Bryan)

Robert “Bob” L. Estle, age 64, passed away on Monday morning, June 17, 2024, in Defiance, Ohio.

He was born June 23, 1959, to Marvin and Joyce Estle of Oakwood, Ohio.

Daniel Cline (1951 – 2024) (Stryker Resident; Retired From Ohio Art)

Daniel Leslie Cline, 72 years, of Stryker, OH, passed away mid-afternoon Monday, June 17, 2024, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne, IN surrounded by his family.

Daniel was born December 10, 1951 in Morenci, MI, the son of the late Herbert and Edna (Kosier) Cline. He married Karen Waneta Luty on September 16, 1972, she survives.

He graduated from Paulding High School in 1978, where he was an outstanding football player, and joined the workforce. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1981 and served on the DMZ in Korea.

In 2012 Bob became the owner of Estle Chevrolet-Cadillac (formerly Beckman Chevrolet) and soon after, he bought the Chevrolet-Buick dealership in Bryan, Ohio. He would also become the coowner of Hamler Chevrolet in Hamler, Ohio.

He loved working with and for people and his employees and customers became like family. Bob was very proud of his children and their accomplishments. He took great pride in his work and will be remembered by many for his kind and compassionate nature and his great business sense.

He was a member of the Ohio Automobile Dealers Association (OADA), National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA), Fraternal Order of Eagles Defiance Aerie No. 372, VFW No. 3360, Defiance Rotary Club, Defiance Chamber of Commerce, Defiance Elks Lodge No. 147, Bryan Moose Lodge No. 1064, Pheasants Forever, National Turkey Federation, YMCA of Defiance and was a Youth for Christ sponsor.

He is survived by his father, Marvin “Doc” Estle of Defiance, his daughter, Erika, of Chickamauga, Georgia, his son, Ben of Defiance, and his daughter, Sadie, of Oakwood. He also leaves behind his grandson, Jacob; brothers: Michael of Defiance, Rick (Lana) of Oakwood, Jim of Defiance and Lance (Nicole) of Oakwood; and his sister, Amy, of Columbus. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins, all of whom he loved very much.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Joyce; grandparents, Charles and Lucille Estle and Austin and Marguerite Bair, as well as a niece, Christie Estle.

A funeral service was held on Friday, June 21, at Free Christian Church in Continental, Ohio with Pastor James Fry officiating. Bob was laid to rest at Riverside Cemetery in Defiance, with Military Honors conducted by VFW No. 3360. Schaffer Funeral Home was honored to assist the family with arrangements. Memorials may be directed to Youth For Christ of Defiance County, or Defiance Area YMCA. Online condolences can be given at www.Schafferfh.com.

Phillip “Phil” Riter (1943 – 2024) (1961 Graduate Of Stryker High School)

Phillip R. “Phil” Riter, 81, of Stryker, Ohio passed away Thursday, June 20, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family. Phil was born February 7, 1943, in Bryan, Ohio, son of the late Calvin and Luella (Clark) Riter. He was a 1961 graduate of Stryker High School. Phil served in the Army National Guard as military police. He married DeAnn A. Gavette on February 5, 1965, in Stryker, Ohio. Phil’s love of flying was inherited from his father and uncles.

In his younger years he worked for Handy and Harmon, Christy’s, and was the proud owner of Dan’s Auto Sales. Later on, he worked for Hayes Albion and Citation and retired from Ohio Art.

Daniel enjoyed spending time with family and friends, attending his grandsons’ sporting events and spending time at racetracks.

He raced late mini stocker in the late 60s to 70s at Bryan, Angola, and Avilla. He raced his 55 Chevy and 62 Corvette at Van Wert. He was a member of the Michiana Vintage Racers for over 20 years.

He enjoyed spending time with other vintage racers and racing his number 29 vintage racecar. He found much happiness spending time working on racecars, whether it was late models, dragsters, go karts, quarter midgets, vintage racecars and his most recent project of restoring his 1929 Chevy coupe that he had been working on for almost 4 years.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his two daughters, Sheila (Tony) Bostater of Ney and Erin (Charlie) Armitage of Bryan; two grandchildren, Hunter Bostater and Austin Bostater of Ney; three sisters, Sharon Farmer of Auburn, IN, Connie (Larry) Limbacher of Fort Wayne, IN, and Bonnie Bulla of Bryan, OH; and one brother David (Brenda) Cline of West Unity.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, mother and father-in-law Roger and Waneta Luty, and brothers-in-law, Don Bulla and Mike Farmer.

Visitation was held on Sunday, June 23, 2024 at Krill Funeral Home in Bryan with funeral services following visitation with Pastor Scott Carlin officiating. Burial followed at Oakwood Cemetery, Stryker.

He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Daniel’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Those planning on expression of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions to Mac O Chee Quarter Midgets.

To sign the online guest book or leave condolences for the family, please visit www.krillfuneralservice.com

Glenn Kauffman (1937 – 2024) (1955 Graduate Of Pettisville High School)

His first job was working at Defiance Airport as a mechanic. He then worked for his uncle at Riter Body Shop, Bryan. Phil was a co-owner of Stryker Welding for 20 years. He then became co-owner of Advantage Powder Coating for three years, until his retirement in 1995.

Along with working, Phil was very active in numerous aircraft associations including Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 816, Bryan, Ohio (Former President), Vintage Aircraft Association Chapter 37, Auburn, Indiana (Former President), Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 1665, Kendallville, Indiana (Founding Charter Member), Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 149, Wauseon, Ohio.

Phil served as Crew Chief for 20 years on the Experimental Aircraft Association B17 Aluminum Overcast- toured the country giving rides at special events.

He was a founder and previously served as President of the Tiffin River Scenic and Historic Association. Phil’s love of flying took him with his own aircraft to 2 trips to Alaska (1 month stay each trip).

Flying has taken him to every US State (except Hawaii), all the providences of Canada, Newfoundland, and the Bahamas on to Turks and Caicos Island. Along with his wife, DeAnn, took nearly 40 years of trips with a group from all over the country named 70 Knotters.

His greatest love was Barn Storming and Hayfield Trips. He was awarded a Challenge Coin by General Robin Rand (Commander of the Global Strike Force).

One of his favorite trips was in 2016 when he was able to visit Cape Canaveral and obtained total security clearance to tour the vehicle assembly building.

Phil’s love of flying, including restoring and flying antique aircraft, took him on many adventures and built relationships that lasted a lifetime.

Surviving is his wife, DeAnn Riter of Stryker, Ohio; son, Michael Riter of Stryker, Ohio; two grandsons, Derek Riter and Jeremy Riter; three great-granddaughters, Adrianna, Hailey, and McKenzie. Phil was preceded in death by his parents; son, Scott Riter; grandson, Daniel Riter.

Visitation for Phil will be held Thursday, June 27, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Oberlin-Turnbull Funeral Home, 206 North Lynn Street, Bryan, Ohio.

Memorial contributions can be directed to American Cancer Society-Hope Lodge of Cleveland. Condolences may be sent to the family or memories may be shared at www.oberlinturnbull.com

Glenn Dale Kauffman, 87, was welcomed into his heavenly home on June, 18, 2024. He was born on January 15, 1937 to Orval and Cora (Short) Kauffman, the oldest of four children. He married Mabel Ann Rupp on May 25, 1956 and together they enjoyed 68 years of marriage. Glenn graduated from Pettisville High School in 1955. When in 5th grade, Glenn accepted Christ as his personal Savior and was baptized at Central Mennonite Church. After marriage Glenn and Mabel Ann became Charter Members at North Clinton Church in Wauseon, where he shared his natural gift of music.

He sang in many different quartets throughout his life, sharing in nursing homes, rescue missions, funerals and weddings.

He was the church song leader for many years and most recently participated on the worship team for the traditional worship service.

He was also a Sunday School teacher with Mabel Ann, teaching grades 3-5 for many years. Together they also served in voluntary service in Lacota, Michigan, working at a daycare for migrant children.

Raised on the family farm, Glenn learned the value of hard work and enjoyed working in his shop. He began his life-long career as a truck driver and enjoyed life on the road, often listening and singing along to gospel music. His time on the road also included traveling on the motorcycle, taking solo and group trips across the country.

Glenn found pleasure in restoring antique tractors and implements after retirement. This hobby also included the Threshers Convention and the annual “Plow Day” with a group of area men and their two-cylinder John Deere tractors.

In addition, he enjoyed the tractor show at Sauder Village as well as plowing gardens and fields for anyone who needed his help.

Glenn loved to visit with people and had a gift for telling stories and jokes. It gave him great joy to make people laugh, often making an ordinary day better with his wit.

In recent years, his routine included breakfast at Ryan’s with friends and “Union” meetings with cohorts at McDonalds or Wendy’s.

Glenn was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Evelyn Rychener. He is survived by his wife Mabel Ann, and children: Douglas (Norma) and Karen (Marc) Fruth of Archbold, Ronald (Dawn) and Brent (Heidi) of Wauseon, 11 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, brother Donald (Janet) of Omaha, NE, sister Mary (Ronald) Short of Archbold, and brother-in-law, Larry Rychener, of Wauseon.

The family was grateful to spend time by his side during these last weeks – sharing stories and laughter together. They also wish to express thanks to all who visited, prayed and supported them during this time.

A Celebration of Life was held on Saturday, June 22nd at North Clinton Church in Wauseon. Interment took place at the Pettisville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorials be given to North Clinton Church or Little Eden Camp – where the family vacationed together for over 60 years. Short Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

VETERAN VETERAN

POLICE, EMT, FIRE, TRAFFIC & COURT NEWS

ARCHBOLD POLICE

June 13th

•Lafayette/Victory, traffic offense

•1100-b S Defiance, parking violations

400-b Walnut, traffic detail

•Lafayette/Victory, traffic offense

Burke/S Defiance, traffic offense

•400-b Ditto, traffic offense

E Holland/Vine, traffic offense

•2000-b S Defiance, animal call

Garden/E Lutz, traffic offense

•405 E Lutz, civil problem

•900-b Stryker, traffic offense

•Eicher/Stryker, traffic offense

June 14th

•24/Nolan, disabled vehicle

720 W Barre, unwanted person

•100-b N Defiance, disabled vehicle

Lafayette/24, traffic offense

•S Defiance/E Mechanic, disabled vehicle

•405 E Lutz, civil problem

Lafayette/S Pleasant, traffic offense

•Christine/Stryker, traffic offense

•1508 S Defiance, suspicious activity

•2001 S Defiance, suspicious activity

•405 E Lutz, property lost

June 15th

•403 W Holland, burglary in progress

•N Defiance/Norfolk RR, road blocked Nolan/Weires, community service

•22799 SR 2, fight 22611 SR 2, community service

•South/West, 911 hang up

June 16th

502 Union, dead on arrival

•Franklin/Norfolk RR, road blocked

•N Defiance/Norfolk RR, road blocked

•405 E Lutz, community service

June 17th

•204 Dogwood, assist fire/rescue

•N Defiance/Murbach, traffic offense

•900-b E Lutz, traffic offense

Lafayette/Victory, traffic offense

•S Defiance/W Barre, traffic complaint

•300-b Stryker, traffic offense

S Defiance/Nolan, traffic offense

•S Lincoln/W Barre, disabled vehicle

901 W Barre, 911 hang up

•E Holland/Vine, welfare check

•400-b Stryker, welfare check

•S Defiance/Schlatter, disabled vehicle

•Miller/Rosewood, traffic offense

June 18th

•300-b N Clyde’s Way, traffic offense

S Defiance/Union, traffic offense

•114 S Defiance, domestic trouble

515 Short-Buehrer, special detail

•700-b E Lutz, traffic offense

500 W Barre, unwanted person

•405 E Lutz, special detail

•500-b E Lugbill, traffic offense

•Lafayette/24, community service

•303 S Lincoln, unwanted person

•1100-b S Defiance, traffic offense

•Stamm/Walnut, traffic offense

June 19th

1500-b S Defiance, traffic offense

•901 Stryker, assist fire/rescue

1900-b S Defiance, traffic offense

•Middle/W Barre, parking violations

100-b S Defiance, parking violations

FULTON COUNTY

SHERIFF’S OFFICE

June 13th

•15511 Co Rd 10-3, alarm

•14190 Co Rd 15-1, deceased

•14481 US 20, property crash

•15383 Co Rd 19-2, civil matter

•115 Hinkle, generic complaint

14029 Co Rd 10-3, generic complaint

June 14th

•66/L, property crash

20/19, reckless operation

•220 Barden, welfare check

20A/108, disabled vehicle

•Sunny’s Campground, burglary

•9184 Co Rd 14, larceny

•17675 Co Rd H, property patrol

•20A/19, traffic stop

•20/10-3, disabled vehicle

•320 E Morenci, neighbor dispute

10938 Co Rd M, generic complaint

•250 Eldredge, civil matter

June 15th

2655 Co Rd 8, welfare check

•25840 US 20, unlock 14900 Co Rd H, assist other police

•9627 US 20A, trespassing

•Sunny’s Campground, fight

•250 Eldredge, threats/harassment

•12399 Co Rd 13, injured person

2390 Co Rd EF, alarm

•250 Eldridge, unwanted person

6561 Co Rd M, unruly/runaway ju-

venile

Gate K Fulton County Fairgrounds,

loud noise

7453 Co Rd 23, reckless operation

•12523 US 20A, unauthorized use

11797 Co Rd K, 911 open line

June 16th

•10587 Co Rd 4, assault

•120/5, reckless operation

•Rodeway Inn, generic complaint

•1519 Co Rd 1, juveniles

141 Main, domestic dispute

•2953 Co Rd H, deceased

212 E Main, neighbor dispute

•25840 US 20, suspicious vehicle

3822 SH 120, alarm

•15280 Co Rd K, threats/harassment

112 Sawmill, unauthorized use

•F/FG, disabled vehicle

•108/B, reckless operation

•14175 SH 64, generic complaint

•23510 Co Rd E, suspicious activity

June 17th

•20/8, road blocked

•7856 SH 108, suspicious vehicle

122 Garnsey, juveniles

•4549 Co Rd E, neighbor dispute

4628 Co Rd H, traffic stop

•12893 Co Rd 26, property crash

3110 US 20, wires/pole down

•2655 Co Rd 8, suicide threats

64/N, road blocked

•120 E Main, alarm

•20/10-2, disabled vehicle

•20147 Co Rd D, assist public

•8979 Co Rd K, stolen vehicle

•5141 Rainbow, peace keep

June 18th

•K/1, property crash

4549 Co Rd E, fireworks complaint

•NFS/Leggett, property crash

99 Dodge, overdose

•4963 Co Rd E, juveniles

25840 US 20, money escort

•304 Oakview, assist other police

N/66, livestock on road

•109/EF, suspicious vehicle

•4672 OH 120, property crash

•503 W Morenci, assist public

•5141 Rainbow, paper service

•129 Courthouse Plaza, generic com-

plaint

4750 Co Rd 5, trespassing

•K/16, property crash

22857 US 20A, neighbor dispute

•4213 Co Rd S, juveniles

June 19th

1622 Co Rd EF, alarm

•14-2/M, welfare check

•1196 Co Rd EF, suspicious vehicle

•8900 Co Rd HJ, alarm

•4/K, wires/pole down

•11650 Co Rd 6, alarm

•20/21, disabled vehicle

•17623 Co Rd F, property crash

•RTT/109, suspicious vehicle

20/22, injury crash

•Sunny’s Campground, larceny

7520 Co Rd 16, suspicious vehicle

•5130 Co Rd 5, suspicious vehicle

109/J, property crash

WAUSEON POLICE

June 12th

•1190 N Shoop, property patrol

•Circle K, property patrol

•527 E Elm, property patrol

•460 E Airport, property patrol

•445 E Airport, property patrol

•Skye Cinema, property patrol

Burger King, property patrol

•Walmart, property patrol

Dairy Queen, property patrol

•Rite Aid, property patrol

Wild Bill’s Tobacco, property patrol

•Taco Bell, property patrol

610 E Chestnut, threats/harassment

•134 N Fulton, traffic detail

•1100-b N Ottokee, traffic offense

•455 E Airport, property patrol

•600-b W Leggett, traffic offense

•1467 N Shoop, open door/window

•1010 N Shoop, traffic offense

1205 N Shoop, property patrol

•1290 N Shoop, property patrol

Marathon, property patrol

•Subway, property patrol

McDonald’s, property patrol

•1250 N Shoop, property patrol

1442 N Shoop, suspicious vehicle

•W Oak/N Brunell, traffic offense

•Sara’s Garden, property crash

•230 Clinton, rape

•Circle K, follow up

•Shoop/Leggett, disabled vehicle

715 Lawrence, property patrol

•South Park, property patrol

Biddle Park/Glenwood, property patrol

810 N Shoop, unlock

•1044 N Shoop, ill subject

945 E Leggett, special detail

•Circle K, property patrol

224 E Superior, parking violation

•S Shoop/Woodland, traffic offense

•Biddle Park, property patrol

June 13th

•230 Clinton, assist public

•Ironwood Golf Course, alarm

1495 N Shoop, property patrol

•840 Parkview, property patrol

406 E Oak, welfare check

•1135 N Shoop, property patrol

248 N Fulton, property patrol

•South Park, property patrol

Circle K, property patrol

•330 Enterprise, threats/harassment

•701 Wauseon Senior Village, peace

keep

•1265 N Shoop, property patrol

•650 Lawrence, paper service

•600-b N Shoop, reckless operation

•1285 N Shoop, paper service

•701 Wauseon Senior Village, assist

public

•230 Clinton, medic transport

1205 N Shoop, escort/parade

•1120 N Shoop, paper service

Wauseon Primary School, special detail

448 Marshall, paper service

•619 Beech, paper service

•247 W Elm, paper service

•728 N Ottokee, paper service

•612 N Ottokee, paper service

•508 Third, paper service

•869 Burr, paper service

137 N Brunell, welfare check

•485 E Airport, domestic violence

237 E Leggett, paper service

•231 W Leggett, paper service

433 Robert, paper service

•426 Indian, paper service

980 Fairway, juveniles

•230 Clinton, medic transport

129 Courthouse Plaza, threats/harassment

•210 E Oak, paper service

•1265 S Cornell, paper service

•835 Hemlock, paper service

•129 E Oak, paper service

•427 Howard, paper service

June 14th

Rite Aid, property patrol

•248 N Fulton, property patrol

Downtown southside, property patrol

•234 Vine, paper service

Shalom Mediation, property patrol

•Trinity, property patrol

•Old Orchard/Cole, domestic animal

call

•325 W Oak, paper service

•213 Hickory, paper service

•427 Howard, paper service

•783 W Leggett, paper service

•444 Cedar, paper service

404 Cedar, paper service

• 129 E Oak, paper service

721 Fairway, paper service

•210 E Oak, paper service

650 Lawrence, paper service

•222 Birch, paper service

147 ½ S Fulton, paper service

•231 W Leggett, paper service

•230 Clinton, wires/pole down

•363 W Elm, paper service

•239 W Elm, paper service

•728 Ottokee, paper service

•230 Clinton, paper service

•1120 N Shoop, paper service

•Walmart, unlock

355 Virginia, paper service

•1285 N Shoop, paper service

237 E Leggett, paper service

•1354 N Shoop, paper service

1379 N Shoop, alarm

•600 Wood, property patrol

480 E Airport, property patrol

•230 Clinton, paper service

•425 Cole, peace keep

•710 N Harvest, paper service

•1265 S Cornell, paper service

302 Joanna, paper service

•133 W Superior, paper service

223 E Leggett, paper service

•217 N Brunell, paper service

419 Cherry, paper service

•315 E Chestnut, paper service

650 Lawrence, paper service

•302 Joanna, paper service

•129 N Fulton, paper service

•129 E Oak, paper service

•240 Greco, paper service

•355 Virgina, paper service

•S Shoop/E Leggett, traffic offense

•231 W Leggett, paper service

783 W Leggett, paper service

•14919 Co Rd C, parking violations

230 Clinton, medic transport

•600 Wood, property patrol

•480 E Airport, property patrol

•230 Clinton, paper service

•1140 Royal Bounty, welfare check

•Marco’s Pizza, property patrol

•810 N Shoop, property patrol

June 15th

369 W Elm, overdose

•840 N Shoop, dog complaint

•840 W Elm, property patrol

•Skye Cinema, property patrol

•485 E Airport, property patrol

318 S Maplewood, follow up

•Biddle Park, property patrol

715 Lawrence, property patrol

•1497 N Shoop, property patrol

129 E Elm, property patrol

•Papilio Spa, property patrol

•208 Madison, suspicious person

•810 N Shoop, property patrol

•840 W Elm, welfare check 1079 Barney Oldfield, welfare check

•Red Rambler Coffees, property patrol 14900 Co Rd H, assist other police

•1151 Ottokee, property patrol

June 16th

•Paris Orly Airport, property patrol

•Skye Cinema, property patrol

•Ace Hardware, property patrol

840 Parkview, property patrol

•1285 N Shoop, unknown nature 1461 Clermont, disabled vehicle

•741 Wauseon Senior Village, welfare check

•Dollar Tree, property patrol

•737 Wauseon Senior Village, mental

•108/B, reckless operation

•840 Spruce, unlock

291 S Franklin, threats/harassment

•200 S Shoop, reckless operation

International Automotive Components, property patrol

•845 E Leggett, special detail

•Pine/Glenwood, juveniles

•Perfection Finishers, property patrol

247 Monroe, generic complaint

•141 Main, domestic dispute

Sara’s Garden, property patrol

•715 Lawrence, property patrol

27-1/M, injury crash

•City of Wauseon Pool, property patrol

•495 E Airport, ill subject

June 17th

South Park, property patrol

•600 Wood, open door/window

600 Wood, property patrol

•Wauseon Middle School, property patrol

•Wauseon High School, property patrol

•Biddle Park, property patrol

•248 N Fulton, property patrol

460 E Airport, property patrol

•527 E Elm, property patrol

Cato Fashions, property patrol

•355 Virginia, paper service

•444 Cedar, paper service

•129 E Oak, paper service

•213 E Hickory, paper service

•725 Enterprise, 911 open line

•110 E Superior, suspicious activity

734 Wauseon Senior Village, unlock

•Airport/Shoop, disabled vehicle

1285 N Shoop, follow up

•840 W Elm, property patrol

•Wauseon Union Cemetery, property patrol

•Ironwood Golf Course, property patrol

•Homecoming Park, property patrol

715 Lawrence, suspicious vehicle

•721 Fairway, paper service

840 W Elm, threats/harassment

•650 Lawrence, paper service

•511 N Ottokee, assist fire

•511 N Ottokee, disorderly conduct

•1285 N Shoop, suspicious activity

1082 N Ottokee, 911 open line

•721 Fairway, paper service

650 Lawrence, paper service

•200-b W Leggett, traffic offense

222 Birch, paper service

June 18th

•1496 N Shoop, property patrol

•420 Cole, property patrol

Glenwood/Biddle Park, property pa-

trol

141 N Brunell, threats/harassment

•960 Fairway, follow up

1338 N Park, wires/pole down

•840 Parkview, property patrol

•425 E Park, property patrol

•F/FG, welfare check

141 Main, generic complaint

• Sunny’s Campground, domestic dispute

•438 Potter, domestic animal call

• 300-b N Fulton, unruly/runaway juvenile

•728 N Ottokee, paper service

•237 E Leggett, paper service

•615 Wood, property patrol

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Police, EMT, Fire, Traffic & Court News (Continued)

•N Shoop/E Elm, traffic offense

•303 S Shoop, paper service

•635 Lawrence, paper service

•802 Cherry, assist public

•725 S Shoop, property patrol

Biddle Park, property patrol

•NFS/Leggett, property crash

1285 N Shoop, paper service

•1444 Clermont, paper service

485 Airport, domestic animal

•248 Vine, paper service

222 Birch, paper service

•118 E Hickory, paper service

•228 Sycamore, paper service

•311 Beech, paper service

•310 Eastwood, vandalism

•800-b Burr, traffic offense

•940 E Leggett, special detail

858 S Shoop, fire

•455 E Airport, disabled vehicle

820 Burr, paper service

•425 E Park, paper service

225 W Leggett, paper service

•722 Fairway, paper service

650 Lawrence, paper service

•840 W Elm, paper service

•615 E Oak, property patrol

•840 W Elm, paper service

•425 N Ottokee, paper service

•355 Virginia, paper service

•810 Spruce, paper service

1170 N Shoop, paper service

•303 S Lincoln, follow up

840 W Elm, follow up

•725 S Shoop, assist other police

Oakwood/Cherry, domestic dispute

•Wauseon Chamber of Commerce, special detail

•Rotary Park, property patrol

•1496 N Shoop, property patrol

•1497 N Shoop, property patrol

•608 E Chestnut, paper service

303 S Shoop, paper service

•Wabash, property patrol

June 19th

840 W Elm, mental

•One Main, property patrol

715 Lawrence, property patrol

BRYAN POLICE

June 13th

•15272 Homer Dr, Crew

•921 S Walnut St, Harassment

403 S Main Street, Hang up 911

•400 N Portland, Lockouts

433 W High St, Assist Other Dept.

•627 S Main Street, Forgery/Fraud

304 W High St, Assist Other Dept.

•406 Willmoore Dr, Parking Violation

•1700 E High St, Suspicious Person

•1507 Spring Meadow Ln, Accidentno injury

•109 S Allen St, Neighbor Trouble

•1215 S Main St, Shoplifting

1200 Rays Dr, Assist Req Civilian

•1215 S Main, Shoplifting

404 Pleasantwood Ave, Parking Violation

5030 Co Rd 15, Assist Other Dept.

•304 W High St, Property Lost

• 1 Courthouse Square, Juvenile Complaint

•1 Courthouse Square, Property Lost

•100 E High St Block, Property Found N Main St Block, Foot Patrol

June 14th

•1205 Main St, Hang Up 911

1 Courthouse Square, Parking Violation

1113 S Main St, Auto Suspicious

•310 E Wilson St, Disturb Peace

•301 W Butler St, Lockouts

•1 Courthouse Square, Disturb Peace

•100 N Main St Block, Property Found

•100 W Butler St Block, Assist Req Civilian

100 E Trevitt St, Juvenile Complaint

•301 E Butler St, Vandalism N Main St Block, Property Found

•421 N Union St, Business Checks

1215 S Main St, Well-being Check

June 15th

•940 Mayberry Dr, Property Found

•1517 Colonial Ln, Harassment

•940 Mayberry Dr, Hang Up 911

•925 E Fountain Grove Dr, Escort –Funeral

•850 Center St, Lockouts

233 S Main Street, Assist Other Dept.

•415 Parkview Ave, Hang Up 911

907 S Beech St, Dog Complaints

•335 E Elm St, General Garden St / High St, Traffic Stop

•107 E High St, Accident - no injury

•High St / Avenue A, Traffic Stop

•335 E Elm St, General

•High St / Lynn St, Hang Up 911

•416 N Walnut ST, Juvenile Com-

plaint

650 N Main St, Traffic Stop

June 16th

•Main St / High St, Property Found

•200 N Main St Block, Auto Suspi-

cious

•3758 CO Rd 13, Crew

341 W High St, Burglar Alarms

•134 N Union St, General

304 W High St, Harassment

•1200 Rays Dr, Assist Req Civilian

1604 S Main Street, Domestic Vio-

lence

1113 S Main St, Juvenile Complaint

•925 Markey Dr, Assist Req Civilian

•410 E Trevitt St, Suspicious Person

June 17th

•402 S Main St, Suspicious Person

•1700 E High St, Assist Other Dept.

311 N Emmet St, Lockouts

•High St / Union St, Suspicious Per-

son

•Main St / Walnut St Alley, Traffic

Stop

•113 S Beech St Alley, Crew

313 N Emmet St, Junk Vehicles

•322 E Trevitt St, Juvenile Complaint

•936 E Wilson St, Trespass

•1017 Oakwood Ave, Lockouts

•910 E Maple St, Assist Other Dept.

•304 W High St, Assist Req Civilian

•442 W High St, Lockouts

805 Haver Dr, Keep the Peace

•1 Courthouse Square, Assist Req Ci-

vilian

•321 N Lynn St

High St / Townline Rd, Hang Up 911

•524 W High St, Suspicious Person

June 18th

•910 E Maple St, Assist Other Dept.

•717 S Main St, Larceny

•204 E High St, Lockouts

722 E Mulberry St, Larceny

•215 S Main St, Property Damage

400 N Portland, Lockouts

•1220 S Main St, Harassment

Woodstream Ave / Shady Ln, Crew

•Woodstream Ave / Shady Ln, Acci-

dent Injury

•232 S Union ST, Assist Req Civilian

•1215 S Main St, Business Checks

•1202 E High St, Suspicious Person

•1243 S Main Street, Burglar Alarms

•433 W High St, Accident Injury

•918 S Union St, Hang Up 911

300 W High St, Assist Other Dept.

•936 E Wilson St, Well-Being Check

304 W High St, Assist Req Civilian

•715 E Bryan St, Disturb Peace

1229 S Main St, Shoplifting

•126 La Glyda Ct, Keep the Peace

June 19th

•881 E High St, Lockouts

•1017 Oakwood Ave, Harassment

•209 E Perry St, Harassment

1700 E High St, Hang Up 911

• 600 E South St Block, Dog Complaints

206 N Lewis St, Violation CPO/TPO

•511 N Union St, Assist Req Civilian

•4103 CO Rd 15-D, General

•800 E Bryan St Block, Suspicious

Person

•228 S Main St, Suspicious Person

•1141 Bellaire Ave, Crew

433 W High St, Assist Other Dept.

•301 E Butler St, Property Found

433 W High St, Lockouts

•1120 S Main St, Auto Suspicious

Main St / Mulberry St, Traffic

•611 Louisiana Ave, Larceny

402 N Union St, Hang Up 911

WILLIAMS COUNTY TRAFFIC

•Burton, Shirleen S (Wauseon) 71/55 speed. Costs: $79.00 Fine amount: $50.00 Frasur, Ethan (Pioneer) no operators license. Costs: $79.00 Fine amount: $200.00; seatbelt. Costs: $40.00 Fine amount: $30.00

Huard, Sara E (Bryan) 70/55 speed. Costs: $79.00 Fine amount: $46.00

•Voltz, Shawn E (Edon) assured clear distance ahead. Costs: $79.00 Fine amount: $71.00

•Ibarra, Betsy S (Pioneer) fail control. Costs: $85.00 Fine amount: $65.00 Myers, Jeremy J (Kunkle) fail control. Costs: $79.00 Fine amount: $71.00 Duvall, Destany S (Bryan) assured clear distance ahead. Costs: $79.00 Fine amount: $71.00

•Sines, Alyssa D (Edgerton) fail control. Costs: $79.00 Fine amount: $71.00

•Diaz-Gomez, Amando (Montpelier) OVI. Costs: $90.00 Fine amount: $650.00; no driver's license. Costs: $40.00 Fine amount: $200.00

test; Defendant found guilty; Costs:

$85.00

•Howard, Adam L (Bryan) theft. Defendant plead guilty; Defendant found guilty; Costs: $85.00 Fine amount: $250.00

•Johnson, Kelly L (Bryan) theft. Defendant plead guilty; Defendant found guilty; Costs: $84.00 Fine amount: $250.00

WILLIAMS COUNTY DOG WARDEN

June 16th

•303 Mulberry, animal problem

•1929 SR 66, animal abuse

EDGERTON POLICE

June 15th

113 N Elm, overdose

June 17th

•228 E Lynn, civil

June 18th

•118 Industrial, 911 hang up

June 19th

10366 Co Rd 1, unknown emergency

•S Ash RR Crossing, RR Crossing problem

•123 W Indiana, traffic hazard

133 Riverview, 911 hang up

•333 Sacher, criminal mischief

EDON POLICE

June 15th

•203 W Indiana, weapon offense

June 16th

203 Pleasant, mental

June 17th

•105 E Elm, littering

WILLIAMS COUNTY EMS

June 15th

•924 Charlie’s Way, medical

•307 S East, diabetic

•BCH ER to Evergreen, transfer Tennis Courts at Rec Park, trauma

•233 S Main, full arrest

11398 SR 15, medical

•328 W Vine, medical

113 N Elm, overdose

•WCGH ER to Toledo ProMedica, transfer

•340 W Bryan, trauma

•12808 US 20, drowning

•BCH ER to Toledo Children’s, cancel call

•A/15, personal injury accident

•316 ½ W Main, medical

7371 Co Rd S, stroke

•206 Village, chest pain

15272 Homer, medical

June 16th

•216 N Myers, trauma

•3758 Co Rd 13, personal injury accident

•3394 SR 191, breathing

•1316 John, trauma

•5750 Co Rd I, medical 9876 Co Rd 16, medical

•243 E Lynn, medical

307 S East, trauma

•21058 SR 2, personal injury accident

502 Belmont, trauma

•WCGH ER to PRMC, transfer 1604 S Main, medical

•1311 W Washington, medical

•BCH ER to Hillside, transfer

•14700 SR 15, personal injury accident

•125 Shire Crest, abdominal

June 17th

•Bryan ER to Parkview Regional Er, transfer

•1700 E High, medical 1313 W High, medical

•18310 US 20A, trauma

•1433 N Main, trauma

•1433 N Main, medical

•14451 Co Rd C, trauma

•1105 Bellaire, medical

•201 E Jackson, convulsions

Bryan ER to Parkview Regional Er, transfer

3084 Co Rd 2350, trauma

•Montpelier ER to Bryan ICU, transfer

June 18th

433 W High, unconsciousness

•3394 SR 191, breathing

•8947 Co Rd I, medical

•1050 Lake Shore, trauma

•Bryan ER to UTMC, transfer

•Bryan ER to Parkview Regional, transfer

June 19th

10366 Co Rd 1, unknown emergency

•1811 E Wilson, medical 924 Charlie’s Way, medical

•442 W High, medical

•3394 SR 191, breathing

WCGH ER to Evergreen, transfer

•BCH Telemetry to Parkview Nursing, transfer

•328 W Vine, medical 15347 Co Rd J, personal injury accident

•BCH Telemetry to Evergreen, transfer

•14976 Co Rd O, suicide attempt

307 N Monroe, breathing

•11267 Co Rd C, medical

O/18, suicide attempt

•1120 E High, medical

•BCH ER to Parkview Nursing, transfer

WILLIAMS COUNTY FIRE

June 15th

•108 E Indiana, stand by

•12808 US 20, drowning

•11485 Co Rd I, controlled burn

•14020 US 20A, fire alarm

June 16th

7550 Co Rd B, field fire

•16820 US 20, controlled burn

•14700 SR 15, personal injury acci-

dent

•307 S East, trauma

June 17th

Laubach/W Vine, odor investigation

•8143 Co Rd J, fire

•24075 US 6, fire alarm

June 18th

8947 Co Rd I, medical

June 19th

•14896 SR 49, gas investigation

•5490 Co Rd I, fire alarm

•15612 Co Rd 17, controlled burn

•15347 Co Rd J, personal injury accident

MONTPELIER POLICE

June 15th

•221 Empire, agency assist

•924 Charlie’s Way, medical

307 S East, medical

•536 Steuben, juvenile

310 W Wabash, animal problem

•510 S East, miscellaneous

•612 S Pleasant, threatening

•316 ½ W Main, citizen assist

June 16th

•501 ½ W Lawrence, disorderly

N Platt/W Main, traffic offense

•500-b W Main, traffic offense

711 E Lawrence, criminal mischief

•1316 John, medical

•401 N Pleasant, juvenile

307 S East, medical

•1400 Carnation, fraud

1444 Whitaker Way, 911 hang up

•209 S Platt, disorderly 909 Snyder, agency assist

•308 E Jefferson, harassment

•1110 S Platt, assault

June 17th

209 S Platt, keep the peace

•630 S Monroe, domestic violence

527 S Monroe, agency assist

•13469 SR 15, medical

•650 Southwest, lockout

•1003 S Platt, suspicious

•406 E North, agency assist

June 18th

307 N Monroe, juvenile

•207 N Monroe, sex offense

•209 S Platt, miscellaneous

June 19th

924 Charlie’s Way, medical

•930 S Detroit, theft

209 S Platt, keep the peace

•307 N Monroe, medical

•540 S Harrison, telephone harassment

PIONEER POLICE

June 15th

•Core Way/Clark, property damage

accident

•1049 Lake Shore, keep the peace

•206 Village, chest pain

•Co Rd A / CO Rd 15, General Main St / Butler St, Disturb Peace

•200 W Mulberry St, Traffic Stop

100 E Butler St Block, Juvenile Complaint

•Main St / High St, Extra Patrol

•Mulberry, Traffic Stop

•Palmar, Audo J (Bryan) driving without license. Costs: $85.00 Fine amount: $200.00; 46/35 speed. Costs: $40.00 Fine amount: $50.00

WILLIAMS COUNTY CRIMINAL

•Cappellety, Rocky (Montpelier) disorderly. Defendant plead no con-

•BCH Telemetry to Parkview Nursing Center, transfer

•BCH Med Surg to WCGH, transfer

BCH ER to Fulcare, transfer

•203 Hollywood, convulsions

BCH Med Surg to Evergreen Healthcare, transfer

Woodstream/Shady, personal injury accident

June 16th

201 E Curtis, 911 hang up

•21058 SR 2, assist unit

June 17th

•414 First, noise complaint

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Police, EMT, Fire, Traffic & Court News (Continued)

June 18th

1050 Lake Shore, trauma

•805 S State, unruly child

June 19th

•101 Industrial, 911 hang up

STRYKER POLICE

June 15th

•Behind police department, citizen assist

•102 E Allison, information

June 17th

•107 Road, agency assist

WILLIAMS COUNTY

SHERIFF’S OFFICE

June 15th

12808 US 20, 911 hang up

•SR 576/Co Rd Q50, drugs

6693 Co Rd 5G, 911 hang up

•254 Seneca, threatening

•307 E Gerhart, domestic dispute

•12808 US 20, 911 hang up

•3379 Co Rd I, citizen assist 112 Etolls Landing, golf cart inspec-

tion

•US 127, agency assist

•1425 E High, VIN inspection

•12808 US 20, drowning

12808 US 20, drone request

•A/15, personal injury accident

•3673 Co Rd 9, domestic dispute

•9358 SR 15, alarm

•8161 US 20, 911 hang up

June 16th

8161 US 20, agency assist

•16940 SR 34, suspicious car

•1425 E High, found property

3758 Co Rd 13, personal injury ac-

cident

•9606 Co Rd F, trespassing

•21058 SR 2, personal injury accident

•US 6/10, traffic offense

1604 S Main, medical

•111 S Michigan, citizen dispute

•9998 Co Rd 16, theft

•S Michigan/Franklin, hit skip

•203 S Pleasant, B&E

610 Manito Trl, disorderly

•5/US 20, property damage accident

June 17th

•7975 SR 15, threatening

101 Robrock, repossession

•101 N Michigan, alarm

7975 SR 15, information

•18310 US 20A, lifting assist

•F/1575, disabled vehicle

SR 15/N65, traffic hazard

•Co Rd M W/B from Co Rd J, traffic offense

•SR 15/J, traffic offense

•6/N65, information 406 E North, alcohol offense

June 18th

•3268 SR 191, well-being check

•8007 Co Rd 8M, address verification

•15348 US 127, lockout

•109 Scott, property damage

11653 Co Rd D, fraud

•K/13, property damage accident

•US 20A/1775, property damage ac-

cident

•15/K, traffic hazard

June 19th

•10366 Co Rd 1, unknown emergency

•21751 US 20, unsecure premises

•3389 Co Rd 2425, assault

103 E Short, missing juvenile

•Rails to Trails, investigation

•SR 49/Turnpike, traffic hazard

•5176 Co Rd M, 911 hang up

•15347 Co Rd J, property damage

15446 Co Rd R, citizen dispute

•11283 Co Rd 10A, attempted B&E

•1425 E High, golf cart inspection

•14976 Co Rd O, suicide attempt

•401 Hickory, telephone harassment

O/18, suicide attempt

•106 S Liberty, agency assist

WEST UNITY POLICE

June 15th

•205 W Jackson, fraud

604 W North, parking problem

•106 S Liberty, domestic dispute

June 16th

•125 Shire Crest, medical

N Main/E Church, noise complaint

June 17th

•204 E Catherine, animal problem

•201 E Jackson, medical

307 W Jackson, utility problem

•406 E North, alcohol offense

•106 S Liberty, civil

June 19th

202 Rose, well-being check

•106 S Liberty, agency assist

•106 S Liberty, wanted person

FULTON COUNTY CRIMINAL

•Dela Cruz, Onesimo (Delta) disorderly conduct. Defendant plead guilty; Defendant found guilty; Costs:

$100.00 Fine amount: $100.00

FULTON COUNTY PROSECUTOR

The following individuals were sentenced in the Fulton County Common Pleas Court according to the Fulton County Prosecutor’s Office.

Christopher Clark, 47, of Willisburg, Kentucky, pleaded guilty to Theft. He did knowingly obtain or exert control over another's property or services by deception. Judge Scott A. Haselman sentenced Mr. Clark to 6 months in prison and ordered him to pay court costs.

•Dylan Hall, 28, of Wauseon, Ohio, previously pleaded guilty to Aggravated Possession of Drugs. He possessed Methamphetamine. Judge Scott A. Haselman sentenced Mr. Hall to 3 years of community control and ordered him to pay prosecution costs, stay out of bars/taverns, not possess or consume alcohol, THC or Marijuana, abide by a 10:00 pm. to 6:00 am. curfew, be held at CCNO until a bed Is available at the SEARCH Program, successfully complete the SEACH Program, and any recommended aftercare, successfully complete the Fulton County Drug Court, successfully complete treatment with Recovery Services of Northwest Ohio, and any recommended aftercare, obtain a valid driver’s license and insurance, and serve 21 days in CCNO, with credit for days already served. Failure to comply could result In Mr. Hall spending 6-12 months in prison.

Fulton County Grand Jury Hands Down 18 Indictments

(PRESS RELEASE) On June 17, 2024, the Fulton County Grand Jury considered indictments charging individuals with Fulton County crimes, according to the Fulton County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.

-MARK SZABO, age 44, of Metamora, OH, was indicted on one count of Vandalism and one count of Felonious Assault. On or about May 3, 2024, he allegedly did knowingly cause serious physical harm to a patrol vehicle of the Henry County Sheriff‘s Office and he allegedly did knowingly cause or attempt to cause physical harm to a Deputy with the Henry County Sheriff's Office by means of a vehicle. 24CR89.

-WILLIAM R. MOHR, age 46, of Alvordton, OH, was indicted on one count of Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs, one count of Aggravated Possession of Drugs, and one count of Possessing Drug Abuse Instruments. On or about May 23, 2024, he allegedly did knowingly prepare for shipment, ship, transport, deliver, prepare for distribution, or distribute methamphetamine, when he knew or had reasonable cause to believe that the methamphetamine was intended for sale or resale by him or another person; he allegedly did knowingly obtain, possess, or use methamphetamine; and he allegedly did knowingly make, obtain, possess, or use any instrument, article, or thing the customary and primary purpose of which is for the administration or use of a dangerous drug, other than marijuana, when the instrument involved is a hypodermic or syringe, whether or not of crude or extemporized manufacture or assembly, and the instrument, article, or thing involved has been used by the offender to unlawfully administer or use a dangerous drug, other than marijuana, or to prepare a dangerous drug, other than marijuana, for unlawful administration or use. 24CR78.

-JUSTIN R. PERDUE, age 35, of Swanton, OH, was indicted on one count of Failure to Appear as Required by Recognizance. On or about May 31, 2024, he allegedly did fail to appear at the Corrections Center of Northwest Ohio on May 31, 2024 by 2:00 pm. as required, after having been released on his own recognizance pursuant to section 2937.29 of the Revised Code and the release was in connection with a felony charge or pending appeal after conviction of a felony. 24CR90.

-JOSHUA L. JOHNSON, age 39, of Wauseon, OH, was indicted on one count of Securing Writings by Deception, one count of Telecommunications Fraud, and one count of Unauthorized Use of Property. On or about April 15, 2024, he allegedly did, by deception, cause another to execute

a writing that disposed of or encumbered property owned by another, or by which a pecuniary obligation was incurred; he allegedly having devised a scheme to defraud Victim 1, did knowingly disseminate, or transmit, by means of a telecommunication, any writing (text message) with purpose to execute or otherwise further the scheme to defraud; and he allegedly did knowingly use property of Victim 1 and Victim 2 without the consent of the owner or person authorized to give consent and unauthorized use of property is committed for the purpose of devising or executing a scheme to defraud or to obtain property or services and the value of the property or services or the loss to the victim is one thousand dollars or more and is less than seventy-five hundred. 24CR95.

-JACK C. HALL, age 22, of Wauseon, OH, was indicted on twenty-nine counts of Pandering Obscenity Involving a Minor or Impaired Person. On or about April 26, 2024, he allegedly did, with knowledge of the character of the material or performance involved, create, reproduce, or publish obscene material that has a minor as one of its participants or portrayed observers. 24CR93.

-CASEY L. DONALD, age 36, of Liberty Center, OH, was indicted on four counts of Menacing by Stalking and one count of Disorderly Conduct. On or about May 14, 2024, he allegedly by engaging in a pattern of conduct, did knowingly cause another to believe that Casey Donald would cause physical harm to another, a family or household member of another and he allegedly did recklessly cause inconvenience, annoyance, or alarm to another by making unreasonable noise or an offensively coarse utterance, gesture, or display or communicating unwarranted and grossly abusive language to any person and the offense was committed in the vicinity of a school or in a school safety zone. 24CR79.

-ROBERT L. DONALD, age 83, of Grand Rapids, OH, was indicted on three counts of Menacing by Stalking and one count of Disorderly Conduct. On or about May 14, 2024, he allegedly by engaging in a pattern of conduct, did knowingly cause another to believe that Robert L. Donald would cause physical harm to another, a family or household member of another and he allegedly did recklessly cause inconvenience, annoyance, or alarm to another by making unreasonable noise or an offensively coarse utterance, gesture, or display or communicating unwarranted and grossly abusive language to any person and the offense was committed in the vicinity of a school or in a school safety zone. 24CR80.

-ROBERT E. DONALD, age 63, of Grand Rapids, OH, was indicted on four counts of Menacing by Stalking, one count of Disorderly Conduct, and one count of Assault. On or about May 14, 2024, he allegedly by engaging in a pattern of conduct, did knowingly cause another to believe that Robert E. Donald would cause physical harm to another, a family or household member of another; he allegedly did recklessly cause inconvenience, annoyance, or alarm to another by making unreasonable noise or an offensively coarse utterance, gesture, or display or communicating unwarranted and grossly abusive language to any person and the offense was committed in the vicinity of a school or in a school safety zone; and he allegedly did knowingly cause or attempt to cause physical harm to another. 24CR81.

-JOSEPH L. JOHNSON, age 38, of Metamora, OH, was indicted on one count of Failure to Verify Address and one count of Failure to Provide Notice of Change of Address. On or about April 27, 2024 through June 6, 2024, he allegedly did fail to verify a current residence, and on or about March 13, 2024, he allegedly did fail to notify a sheriff of a change of address. 24CR86.

-RAUL M. RODRIGUEZ, age 47, of Toledo, OH, was indicted on one count of Aggravated Possession of Drugs. On or about May 28, 2024, he allegedly did knowingly obtain, possess, or use Methamphetamine. 24CR91.

-JONATHAN S. ALLEN, age 37, of Wauseon, OH, was indicted on ten counts of Pandering Obscenity Involving a Minor or Impaired Person. On or about March 11, 2024, through April 28, 2024, he allegedly did, with knowledge of the character of the material or performance involved, create, reproduce, or publish obscene material that has a minor as one of its participants or portrayed observers. 24CR94.

-NICHOLAS H. MARINO, age 38, of Swanton, OH, was indicted on two counts of Domestic Violence and two counts of Strangulation. On or about June 7, 2024, he allegedly did knowingly cause or attempt to cause physical harm to another, and he allegedly did knowingly create a substantial risk of serious physical harm to another by means of strangulation or suffocation. 24CR82.

-DENNIS E. PATRICK III, age 36, of Swanton, OH, was indicted on one count of Burglary and one count of Grand Theft of a Motor Vehicle. On or about May 30, 2024, through May 31, 2024, he allegedly did, by force, stealth, or deception, trespass in an occupied structure with purpose to commit in the structure theft of a mo-

tor vehicle and he allegedly stole a motor vehicle from another. 24CR84.

-TAYLER D. JAMES, age 27, of Fort Walton Beach, FL, was indicted on one count of Failure to Comply with an Order or Signal of a Police Officer. On or about June 11, 2024, he allegedly did operate a motor vehicle so as willfully to elude or flee a police officer after receiving a visible or audible signal from a police officer to bring his motor vehicle to a stop and the operation of the motor vehicle by the offender caused a substantial risk of serious physical harm to persons or property. 24CR85.

-JEREMY G. BORTON, age 46, of West Unity, OH, was indicted on one count of Failure to Appear as Required by Recognizance. On or about June 14, 2024, he allegedly did fail to appear at the Fulton County Common Pleas Court for a Pretrial as required, after having been released on his own recognizance pursuant to section 2937.29 of the Revised Code and the release was in connection with a felony charge or pending appeal after conviction of a felony. 24CR88.

-NICHOLAS G. GEBERS, age 18, of Defiance, OH, was indicted on one count of Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle and one count of Theft. On or about May 22, 2024, through May 23, 2024, he allegedly did knowingly use or operate a vehicle without the consent of the owner or person authorized to give consent, and either removed it from this state or kept possession of it for more than fortyeight hours; and he allegedly stole a vehicle. 24CR83.

-JESSE DOMINIQUE, age 37, of Delta, OH, was indicted on one count of Theft. On or about November 19, 2023, through June 5, 2024, she allegedly stole various retail items totaling $1,662.16 from another. 24CR92.

-ANDREW J. MOLL, age 40, of Swanton, OH, was indicted on three counts of Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs and one count of Aggravated Possession of Drugs. On or about March 27, 2024 and May 9, 2024, he allegedly did knowingly sell or offer to sell Oxycodone. On or about May 14, 2024, he allegedly did knowingly obtain, possess, or use Oxycodone, and he allegedly did knowingly prepare for shipment, ship, transport, deliver, prepare for distribution, or distribute Oxycodone, when he knew or had reasonable cause to believe that the Oxycodone was intended for sale or resale by him or another person. 24CR87.

*It should be noted that an indictment is merely an accusation, and that all criminal defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

Fulton County Sheriff’s Office Obtains MRAP Vehicle

By: Jacob Kessler

THE VILLAGE REPORTER

jacob@thevillagereporter.com

WAUSEON - The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office has obtained a new MRAP (Mine-Resistant AmbushProtected) Vehicle.

This vehicle will be used by the office’s newer Special Response Team, in conjunction with a newly obtained and repurposed ambulance, that will serve as the team’s mobile command center.

According to Sergeant Justin Galbraith, the process of creating this team and getting to where we are today was years in the making.

The team itself is comprised of deputies from the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office as well as officers from the Wauseon Police Department, Archbold Police Department and Swanton Police Department.

Paramedics from the Wauseon Fire Department and Swanton Fire Department are also assigned to the team for medical purposes, although they have also gone through OPOTA Certification for firearms and are scheduled to attend a practical medical session in August. The team also features certified hostage negotiators should the need arise.

“The Fulton County Sheriff's Office is pleased to announce the acquisition of an MRAP (Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected) vehicle, which will enhance our ability to protect and serve the community in high-risk situations”, said Galbraith.

“This MRAP was generously transferred at no cost from the Columbiana County Sheriff’s Office through the federal LESO 1033 program, which allows law enforcement agencies to obtain surplus military equipment.”

“Originally purchased with fed-

eral tax money in 2013 for military use, the MRAP has now been repurposed to support local law enforcement. We are grateful to a local trucking company for their generous donation of transportation services, ensuring that no local tax money was used in the acquisition process.”

“Additionally, fundraisers and several local businesses have contributed towards the installation of equipment, repainting, and maintenance, further eliminating any financial burden on local taxpayers. This community effort underscores the importance of our shared commitment to public safety.”

“Importantly, this MRAP is strictly an armored personnel carrier and does not contain any weaponry. Its primary function is to provide safe transport and protection for law enforcement officers and civilians.”

“It's specifically intended for use in extreme circumstances, such as active shooters, armed barricaded subjects, hostage situations, natural disasters, and other high-risk incidents where the safety of officers and the public is paramount.”

In a flat, rural county like ours, approaching any situation involving an armed individual can be extremely dangerous”, continued Galbraith.

“The MRAP provides the necessary protection to approach these high-risk situations safely and effectively, ensuring the utmost safety for our community. We considered the purchase of a smaller armored vehicle called a Bearcat from Lenco Industries. However, the cost was estimated to be around $300,000.”

“In light of this, obtaining the MRAP at no cost was a fiscally responsible decision. In comparison, the only difference between them is

the MRAP is on a commercial truck chassis, while the Bearcat is on a pickup truck chassis.”

“This vehicle will serve as a valuable resource for Fulton County and will be available to the surrounding counties if the need arises to ensure a broader regional benefit. Previously, in situations requiring an armored vehicle, response times took two hours or more, as there was nothing closer than Toledo or Wood County available in our region.”

“In dangerous situations, time is of the essence. We do not intend to use the MRAP frequently, and ultimately, we hope it doesn't have to be used at all. “

“It's something we'd rather have and not need than need and not have. If it saves one life, then it's worth it. Our primary goal is to ensure the safety of our citizens, and

this vehicle is an essential tool in achieving that goal.”

While the MRAP is not intended to be used unless the need is present, the need for an SRT team in Fulton County has been present.

With only being active for a couple of months now, the team has already been used in at least three situations, with two of those situations involving a barricaded subject with weapons present.

For Galbraith, the creation of this team has been a sense of pride.

“Right now, with where we are, it’s been a sense of pride. To see what we’ve established and to see it operational now is a sense of relief.”

“There was a lot of work that went into this. A lot of communication and outreach. A lot of personal time from a lot of people went into this and I am proud to see it through.”

Seventeen Individuals Indicted By Williams County Grand Jury

(PRESS RELEASE) - On June 17, 2024, the Williams County Grand Jury considered indictments charging individuals with Williams County crimes, according to the Williams County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.

-ROBERT HORN III, 35, of Bryan, was indicted on one account of Aggravated Possession of Drugs.

-JUANITO CASTILLO, 24, of Montpelier, was indicted on one account of Aggravated Possession of Drugs and one account of Endangering Children.

-DESTINY WOODWARD, 23, of Montpelier, was indicted on one account of Aggravated Possession of Drugs and one account of Endangering Children.

-DUSTIN VANAUKEN, 40, of

Stryker, was indicted on one account of Burglary, one account of Theft, and one account of Forgery.

-JEWELL MAYHEW, 32, of Edgerton, was indicted on two accounts of Aggravated Burglary.

-MAURICE WHYTE, 31, was indicted on one account of Felonious Assault and one account of Vandalism.

-SHELBY SMITH, 27, was indicted on one account of Harassment with a Bodily Substance, three accounts of Vandalism, and one account of Assault.

-JASON TURNER, 37, of Pioneer, was indicted on two accounts of Domestic Violence.

-TABITHA CHRISTLIEB, 36, of Bryan, was indicted on one account of Aggravated Possession of Drugs.

-VISHAL SINGH, 46, of Bryan, was indicted on one account of Disrupting Public Services and two accounts of Domestic Violence.

-BRIAN ADKINS JR., 35, of Bryan, was indicted on one account of Aggravated Possession of Drugs.

-SUMMER WILLIAMS, 36, of Bryan, was indicted on one account of Aggravated Possession of Drugs.

-JACOB STILTNER, 35, of Bryan, was indicted on one account of Aggravated Possession of Drugs.

-TARA FERGUSON, 34, of Pemberville, was indicted on one account of Aggravated Possession of Drugs.

-CRAIG KOCH, 51, of Holgate, was indicted on one account of Aggravated Possession of Drugs and one account of Illegal Conveyance of Drugs of Abuse onto Grounds of a

Specified Governmental Facility.

-ALICIA SUTTON, 29, of Wauseon, was indicted on two accounts of Aggravated Possession of Drugs and three accounts of Illegal Conveyance of Drugs of Abuse onto Grounds of a Specified Governmental Facility.

-NATHAN EKSTRAND, 38, of Napoleon, was indicted on one account of Aggravated Possession of Drugs and one account of Illegal Conveyance of Drugs of Abuse onto Grounds of a Specified Governmental Facility.

*It should be noted that an indictment is merely an accusation, and that all criminal defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

Fulton County Clerk Of Courts Provides Monthly Report For May

Fulton County Clerk of Courts

Tracy L. Zuver has provided his monthly report for May 2024, with May 2023 in parentheses, with the following:

New cases filed in the legal department 109 (144); domestic

11 (24), civil 20 (9), criminal 16 (12), miscellaneous 1 (1), judgment liens 61 (97), and appeals 0 (1) with a total of fees collected being $13,376.82 ($22,388.13).

The title department issued a total of 1,594 (1,832) titles;

Ohio State Highway Patrol Handles Serious Injury Traffic Crash In Fulton County

(PRESS RELEASE) Franklin Township – The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Swanton Post is currently investigating a two-vehicle serious injury crash that occurred on Interstate 80 near mile post 26 in Franklin Township, Fulton County.

On June 22, 2024 at approximately 2:02 A.M. a 2006 Dodge Sprinter, driven by Sherri Focke was traveling west in the right lane. A 2024 Volvo commercial vehicle driven by Taris Boiko was also traveling in the right lane.

Mr. Boiko struck the sprinter van in the rear causing the van to travel off the right side of the roadway. The sprinter van overturned, struck a ditch and a fence before coming to final rest in a field.

Ms. Focke and a passenger

were transported by air ambulance with serious but non-lifethreatening injuries to St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center.

The rear passenger was transported to the Fulton County Health Center with non-lifethreatening injuries by ambulance. The driver of the commercial vehicle sustained no injuries.

The commercial driver, Ms. Focke and the front passenger were wearing their safety belts at the time of the crash and no drug or alcohol use is suspected.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol were assisted on scene by Gorham Fayette Fire Department, Fulton County EMS, Wauseon Fire and EMS, Life Flight, Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, Hutch’s Towing and the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Maintenance.

new cars 69(100), used cars 776 (907), new trucks 38 (67), used trucks 403 (393), vans 13 (27), motorcycles 68 (98), manufactured homes 27 (10), trailers 26 (16), travel trailers 30 (54), motor homes 20 (32), buses 0 (0),

off-road vehicles 74 (64), watercraft 23 (38), outboard motors 3 (14), other 24 (12), watercraft registrations 93 (60), and driver examination tests 145 (0) with a total of fees collected being $746,289.70 ($927,910.45).

Fayette Police Arrest Subject Wanted In Connection With Mississippi Shooting

By: Jacob Kessler THE VILLAGE REPORTER jacob@thevillagereporter.com

FAYETTE - An individual by the name of Rishun Hans was arrested by the Fayette Police Department in connection to a nationwide warrant out of Mississippi.

According to local media out of Mississippi, Hans was wanted in connection to the shooting of 19-year-old Elijah Cromedy in McComb, Mississippi.

According to Fayette Police Chief Richard Bingham, Hans was arrested at the Dollar General store on June 9th at 12:50 a.m.

A call was received informing the Fayette Police Department that Rishun may be at the store and that he was wanted under a nationwide warrant for aggravated assault with a firearm.

Police went to the store and arrested Rishun without incident. He was then transported to CCNO and is awaiting extradition to Mississippi.

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MRAP … The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office has obtained a new MRAP for the SRT team. The MRAP is stated to be used only in needed situations where the protection of officers and or the community is needed. The vehicle itself also has no weaponry included on the vehicle and will be used to keep occupants safe.

Local Hometown News

Wauseon Downtown Farmers’ Market Opens For 2024 Season

The Wauseon Downtown Farmers’ Market opened for the 2024 season on Saturday, June 15th. The market is located on the east side of North Fulton Street in downtown Wauseon.

Market hours will be from 8:30 am - 12:00 noon every Saturday morning through September 28th. Vendors on the opening day will be selling cheese, strawberries, flowers and plants, baked goods, honey, homemade crafts, jams and jellies.

Coffee and donuts will be served (donation only) by the Wauseon Congregational Church. Live music and special events are planned throughout the market season. The Wauseon Farmers’ Market is sponsored by the Wauseon Downtown Association.

New vendors may register at wauseondowntown.org. Ten foot by ten foot booth spaces are available for $7.00 each Saturday during the market season or $65.00 for the entire season.

Village Of Edgerton Announces Sidewalk Replacement Project

(PRESS RELEASE) - M & M Asphalt will be replacing sidewalk panels in the village in the coming weeks to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The goal of this project is to replace damaged sidewalks in our community, reduce the hazards associated with uneven sidewalks, and make them safer and more accessible for everyone. Residents in those areas have been notified by door hangers placed at the replacement locations.

“The goal of this project is to replace damaged sidewalks in our community, reduce the hazards associated with uneven sidewalks, and make them safer and more accessible for everyone.”

“The replacement of sidewalk panels is part of a multi-year plan to ad-

dress pedestrian safety within the village and no cost will be incurred by the property owner for the completion of this work”, Village Administrator Dawn Fitzcharles said.

While work is being completed, two-way traffic in the area will be maintained, however, pedestrian traffic may be changed to one side of the street.

“Safe, pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods are a priority for Edgerton. We look forward to improving sidewalk safety and usability throughout Edgerton and will continue to look for ways to beautify the community”, Mayor Robert Day said.

Edgerton thanks the community for their cooperation and questions can be directed to the town hall at 419-298-2912.

Frank & Donna Stahler Celebrate 70th Anniversary

Fulton County Board Of DD Holds Annual Family Picnic

FAMILY FUN … The Fulton County Board of Developmental Disabilities held their Annual Family Picnic on June 13th. As in recent years, the St. Caspar’s Knights of Columbus provided the food for the event. Recently, the Knights distributed a check for $750 to the Fulton County Board of Developmental Disabilities from their Measure-Up Campaign. The Knights have been a strong supporter of those supported by the Board of DD for many years.

Shade Sails To Be Installed At Walz Park & Village Well To Be Repaired

Present at the June 17, 2024 Edon Village Council meeting were councilors Lee Lawrence, David Loughborough, Dan Ankney, Austin Thiel, and Brian Shaffer alongside Village Administrator Chad Ordway, Fiscal Officer Heidi Bidwell, Police Chief Szymczak, and Village Solicitor Tom Thompson. Mayor Duane Thiel and councilor Jeff Pease were absent.

ments, and the bills were approved as presented, everyone was reminded that the village offices will be closed on July 4th in observance of Independence Day.

After the minutes from their last meeting, the financial state-

After it was shared that a problem road at the cemetery has been widened for ease of traffic, Village Administrator Ordway began his report. He detailed the village’s upcoming maintenance projects and stated that the stone bins should be completed by the end of the month.

A hole was discovered in the drop pipe

of the village’s Number 3 well, and as a result, the well will see an acid cleaning done at the time of the hole’s repair to save funds.

Ordway then shared that the shade sails for Walz Playground should be installed in the next few weeks.

Copies of the School Resource Officer contract have been forwarded to the mayor, Administrator Ordway, and Solicitor Thompson, and the contract will be further reviewed by council before approval.

Solicitor Thompson shared that the hearing on the Woodville

Property will be at the end of the month, and then they will know better how to proceed.

The village is currently maintaining the vegetation on the property and assessing taxes for it. Resolution 02-24, which accepted 2025 tax and levy amounts and rates, was then passed after a suspension of the rules before the meeting adjourned. The Edon Village Council set to meet next on July 15, 2024.

PHOTO PROVIDED / THE VILLAGE REPORTER SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS … The guests at the weekly Kiwanis meeting on June 12, 2024 were some of the recipients of the 2024 Kiwanis Scholarship Award. Every year the Kiwanis Club of Bryan awards a scholarship to every high school in Williams County as well as two scholarships to Four County School. Pictured left to right are: Makenly Ward, Kirian Mercer, Skylar Osborn, Michael Donovan, Storm Goebel, Kaitlyn Mills and Haley Hammer.

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70 YEARS OF MARRIAGE … Frank and Donna (Lemmon) Stahler were married on June 12, 1954 at the Chapel in the Garden in Angola, IN. They are parents to five children, Connie Nicolen, Deb Wells, Karen (Max) Smeltzer, Ralph Stahler, and Reta Taggart.

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Crowds Brave The Heat To Attend New Look Wauseon Homecoming

By: Jacob Kessler THE VILLAGE REPORTER jacob@thevillagereporter.com

WAUSEON – The Wauseon Homecoming was held this past weekend. Running from Thursday, June 20th through Saturday, June 22nd, the Wauseon Homecoming saw a good amount of people during each of its days in operation.

For the first time in the events history, the Homecoming was moved over to

Biddle Park. Following the announcement of the change, comments were made that questioned the move, with other comments being made in support of it.

Moving a whole event the size of the Wauseon Homecoming is not something that can be done with the flip of a switch. It saw a huge amount of planning done by the Homecoming Committee, which led to its eventual success.

For those who have not been to a Homecoming, or have not been to one

in some time, the event spans both sides of the tracks on Fulton Street in Downtown Wauseon.

Vendors, food trucks, games, and rides have always been a hallmark of the event. This year, those categories were taken to a new level at Biddle Park.

The Homecoming ended up looking more like some county fairs held at smaller fairgrounds than a town festival. With ample parking and plenty of room, the rides were plenty and so were the vendors. Crowds filled the midway

and rides were full of happy people of all ages. This year’s event featured several different entertainment options, including a battle of the bands, Homecoming Queen Pageant, Bob Seger Tribute Band, and more.

One also cannot forget the parade, which also saw a change in its placement, with the parade now going from Indian Way Road to Biddle Park. It was another successful Wauseon Homecoming for the record books.

Council Votes To Participate In Kroger Opioid Settlement

By: Jenna Frisby THE VILLAGE REPORTER jenna@thevillagereporter.com

Holiday City Village Council held their monthly meeting on at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 20th. In attendance to the meeting were: Mayor Pamela Clark, fiscal officer Lauri TenEyck-Rupp, administrator Blair Campbell, village solicitor Cara Wall, council members: Cooper Clark, Shawn Clark, Chelsea Funk, Jarrett Funk, Beau Zuver, and Montpelier Police Lieutenant Jennifer Hern. Absent was council member Jodie Faunce.

The meeting began with roll call followed by the pledge of allegiance led by Mayor Clark. Following the pledge, council approved the minutes from their May 16, 2024 meeting. Cooper Clark made a motion with Jarrett Funk seconding and no opposing votes from the rest of council.

Council then moved on to the discussion of any department reports and announcements. Lauri TenEyck-Rupp gave her fiscal officer report first. She went over why the bills were significantly less this month which was due to the municipalities electric not coming out until the beginning of June instead of the end of May due to the Memorial Day holiday.

That overage created in the account will balance out next month as June will have their normal bills withdrawn at the end of the month.

TenEyck-Rupp then asked for a motion to pay the bills which was then motioned by Chelsea Funk and seconded by Cooper Clark with no opposing votes.

Cara Wall then covered the legal report. She discussed the $1.2 billion Kroger settlement they would be asking council to participate in.

The resolution for participation in the program would benefit county wide and not just Holiday City, as they wouldn’t actually receive any of those funds. Rather, any funds received from the settlement would go to the county and be spent at the county level to aid in the opioid epidemic.

Wall then explained the importance of the city’s role in voting to participate as more participation from local governments would mean the better the chances of relieving funds from the settlement.

Next Mayor Clark gave her re-

SETTLEMENT … Holiday City Village Council voted to participate in the

day evening. Though the village would not actually receive the funds,

in seeing the settlement pass. Any monies received from the settlement would be granted to the county and be spent at the county level.

port. She discussed that she and Blair Campbell had recently met with two AMP representatives. In their discussion it was mentioned that the annual AMP Regional Meeting would be held on July 24th in Bowling Green. Mayor Clark and Campbell both plan on attending and council members are welcome to attend.

Campbell then gave the visitors bureau report. Funds were discussed for the visitor’s bureau per they benefit Jefferson Township.

This is something that will be looked at further and he will keep the council posted on any decisions and information he receives.

Campbell then continued into the administrator report, where he discussed that the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Holiday City and Montpelier, regarding water and utility is still legal and no new updates have been revealed.

Next Campbell and Mayor Clark discussed the water tower resolution with council. There are odds and ends things that are wrong with the water tower and need addressed before they get worse.

The piping for the drain as well as some screens missing are sev-

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eral of the issues known. Council then made a motion to ratify the administrator for Kleinfelder’s assessment of the water tower. Motion was made by Jarrett Funk and seconded by Shawn Clark with no opposing votes from council.

The safety report provided by Montpelier Police Lieutenant Jennifer Hern was then discussed. Council had no questions and thanked Lieutenant Jennifer Hern for the work her and the entire Montpelier Police Department do for their community.

Lieutenant Hern then thanked council for them providing the MPD with an office in their building as the MPD’s office is currently under construction.

Council then discussed that the Subdivision Committee Meeting will be on Tuesday, June 25th at 5:30 p.m.

Council then moved on to ordinances and resolutions. Council then made motion to approve the new air conditioner replacement. Chelsea Funk made the motion and Cooper Clark seconded with no opposing votes.

The air conditioner will be provided and installed by Ascend Mechanical, formerly known as JMS

Services out of Bryan, Ohio.

Council member Cooper Clark then motioned for Resolution 2024-5, approving participation in Kroger Opioids Settlement to be declared an emergency resolution, that motion was seconded by Shawn Clark. Motion to adopt the resolution was then made by Chelsea Funk and seconded by Jarrett Funk.

Council member Zuver then brought to attention to the council the current issue with the village siren. At this time, everything works, but the signal from the antenna to the tower receiver has a weak connection as there is too much interference.

To fix this issue, Campbell will be ordering a lift so that the antenna can be moved up and on the correct side of the pole it currently resides on, ensuring a more direct and non-interfered connection. With no other business to discuss, council adjourned at 7:57 p.m. Holiday City’s next council meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 18th in their village building located at 13918 County Road M, Holiday City, Ohio

Residents Voice More Concern Over Actions ...

taken to bring in an outside firm," Shirer said. Assistant Finance Director Marlena Allwood reported she was supposed to meet with that firm next month.

The council also got an earful from Jay LeFevre, whose comments were largely focused on recommendations for ways he thought the council could help improve things. One complaint involved the village website.

"We would be better not to have a website if we're not going to keep it up to date. I'm not trying to complain, it's just silly to look stuff up and get the wrong information, it's kind of the opposite of the intent," Lefevre said, later adding "I think it's valuable, but if it's not accurate, it's more of a deterrent."

LeFevre also asked about the village's multiple vacancies - council member Ashley Todd resigned from her position during the meeting in which Glenn was terminated, and Robert Austin resigned as police chief amid concerns. None of the three vacancies were mentioned during the meeting.

"Why aren't we hearing conversations about these? These are big deals, really important things," he said.

After LeFevre's prompting, Shirer reported that there had been meetings with four applicants to fill Todd's vacant seat, and that a decision was likely during the council's next meeting.

"I think that everyone in this room would probably agree - let's work at understanding each other, trusting each other, and knowing what's going on here in the village so we do feel like we're making some progress," LeFevre said.

LeFevre also pushed the council and administration to consider pursuing a long-term plan of 25 to 50 years, setting out the village's goals for growth and the future.

In particular, he noted the lack of anything to keep each successive council on the same track to provide consistent long-term success.

He received a loud round of applause from the more than 20 in attendance for his comments.

CONCRETE DUMPING ENDED

Interim Village Administrator Edward Ciecka used his time to put a stop to the acceptance of fill - such as concrete - being dumped at the street department.

He first pointed out that there are no scales, and the village is not charging dumpers. From the start, he questioned "the role of the village in being a dumping ground for clean, hard fill."

"I don't see a major need for the stone. If we do need stone, we can purchase what we need," Ciecka said.

"To just have this as a commercial dumping site to be a convenience for contractors who are not necessarily residents of the village - and I think we're incurring some liability, environmentally, for bringing in that fill because we're not inspecting it and making sure that it is clean."

Shirer asked if the village was potentially incurring even more environmental liability by using that fill in municipal projects, if it turned out

that it wasn't actually clean. "Yes," Ciecka said.

The council voted unanimously to stop accepting fill immediately, with thoughts of reconsidering the issue in the future if an appropriate system could be implemented.

OTHER BUSINESS

The council authorized the village administrator to renew the village's property and liability insurance coverage with the Ohio Plan. Delta has been covered under the plan since 1994. The vote was made on an emergency basis, making it final and effective immediately.

The council approved a pair of annexation requests from Delta Acres on second reading. A third and final reading and vote will be held at the next council meeting.

The next regular meeting of the Delta Village Council will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, July 1, at 401 Main Street in Delta.

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Kroger Opioid Settlement at their meeting on Thurs-

their participation is vital

Council Discusses Current & Upcoming Projects

By: Jenna Frisby THE VILLAGE REPORTER jenna@thevillagereporter.com

Edgerton Village Council held a joint meeting on Wednesday, June 19th at 5:15 p.m. with the St Joseph Township Trustees. The meeting began with Mayor Day calling the meeting to order, following with the pledge of allegiance and a prayer.

Roll call was then made by Village Fiscal Officer Denise Knecht. In attendance were: Mayor Bob Day, Village Administrator Dawn Fitzcharles, Village Fiscal Officer Denise Knecht, Village Administrative Assistant Amanda Knecht, and council members: Jason Gruver, Leslie VanAusdale, Pam Wampler, Sharon Blinzler, Lance Bowsher, St Joseph Township Trustees Roger Muehlfeld and Richard Moffett, absent was Cade LaLonde.

The joint meeting moved onto the approval of the minutes from their May 1, 2024 meeting with Wallace making a motion and Blinzler seconding. Denise Knecht then spoke about the tax levy resolution.

The Village of Edgerton Joint Resolution No 2024-11: a joint resolution declaring it necessary to levy a tax in excess of the ten million limitation.

Resolution was passed with Bowsher motioning and Muehlfeld seconding. With no other business for the purpose of the joint meeting the meeting was adjourned at 5:18 p.m. with Muehlfeld motioning and Moffett seconding.

Following the joint meeting, council held their regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. The meeting started with Mayor Bob Day leading the room in the pledge of allegiance followed by a prayer. Roll call was then made. Present at the meeting were Mayor Bob Day, Dawn Fitzcharles, Denise Knecht, Amanda Knecht, Jason Gruver, Leslie VanAusdale, Pam Wampler, Sharon Blinzler, Lance Bowsher as well as a few members of the community.

After roll call, Fiscal Officer Denise Knecht asked for a motion to approve the minutes from the council’s June 5, 2024 meeting. Gruver made the motion with VanAusdale seconding. Minutes were approved with Wallace abstaining from a vote since he was absent.

The meeting went on to discuss reports. Mayor Day spoke on the hot temps that are happening and forecasted ahead. It is the village’s goal to

PROJECT DISCUSSION … Edgerton Village Council discussed several new and ongoing projects during their regular council meeting on Wednesday, June 19th. One project discussed was the Community Reinvestment Project that will be building a home at the address of 103 Knox Lane. This home will hopefully only be one of many that will be built in the Knox Lane addition.

ensure everyone is safe during these hot days.

Life Changing Church in Edgerton will remain open every day, except Friday, to give the public a place to cool off.

Mayor Day also made mention of the recent town wide garage sales which were an overall success and seemed to have more out of town people than typical years.

Next, Village Administrator Dawn Fitzcharles gave her report updating on several projects that were being done in the community. The first project spoken on is the Community Reinvestment Project that will be building a home at the address of 103 Knox Lane.

Another item discussed was that Edgerton Development would be gifting 2.464 acres of wooded land to the village, which is directly attached to Miller Park, per the board’s acceptance.

Fitzcharles also reported that the water tower has now been done for an entire year and will have its warranty inspection done. That inspection is scheduled to take place July 9th and 10th.

However, the inspection will not disturb any services that the water

tower provides. The meeting then moved on to Denise Knecht requesting a motion to approve the bills, Gruber made motion with VanAusdale seconding.

Resolutions were then presented before council. The first being a motion to accept the resignation due to retirement of the Fire Department Captain. “As of June 18, 2024, Captain Kevin Studer served on the Edgerton Fire Department for 45 years.”

“Captain Studer was one of those rare firefighters who attacked every task using all of his ability. His retirement is well deserved, and we wish him well.” With that Bowsher made a motion to accept the resignation, Wampler seconded.

Next was a motion to approve the normal invoice payment of $113,316.76 from the revenue receipt from Ohio Department of Development and issue the payment for that invoice to August Mack for the Edgerton Metals Brownfield Remediation Project. VanAusdale made a motion with Winkler seconding approving the payment.

Next on the agenda was ordinances, the first being Ordinance No 1140. An ordinance accepting the deed for donated real estate proper-

ty from Edgerton Development, Inc. and dedicating said property for municipal purposes.

The first motion made was for suspension of rules for the three readings. That motion was made by Gruver and seconded by Wampler. Then the motion to accept the ordinance was made by Wallace and seconded by Wampler.

The last ordinance on the agenda was Ordinance No 1141. An ordinance providing for a supplement to the 2024 annual appropriations. This was in regards to two items: the humane society doing spay/neuters on area cats, and the police contributing to Bryan PD’s new breathalyzer machine that will be used county wide. A motion was made by VanAusdale and seconded by Gruver.

VanAusdale then made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss the acquisition of property. Wallace seconded the motion and executive session was entered at 6:03 p.m. Edgerton Village Council’s next scheduled meeting is Wednesday, July 3rd at 5:30 p.m. However, due to the July 4th holiday that week, council decided to postpone that meeting pending any business is needing discussed.

Healthy Spot Celebrates Relocation In Wauseon ...

business’s tenth anniversary in its current form. Owned by both Dr. Josh and Jill Baumgartner and Jason and Lindsey McClane, the group paired together years ago to bring healthy options for all ages to Wauseon.

Some of those healthy options include energizing teas, protein, meal

replacement shakes, and other healthy food for fast people.

Other items also exist as part of their workout line, but the ultimate goal is to give both adults and kids a place to pop in and hang out in a popular environment. The business was moved to its new

Shoop Avenue location in order to help grow the business even larger. According to owner Lindsey McClane, the change has been a dream come true. “We are extremely excited to be in the new location.”

“We are here to provide a healthy, fun, and positive place for community

members of all ages. This has been a dream come true.”

If you are a regular customer or someone who has not been in in a while, everyone at Healthy Spot would like you to stop on in and check out the new space.

Council Discusses Homecoming Festivities

By: Jacob Kessler

THE VILLAGE REPORTER jacob@thevillagereporter.com

The Wauseon City Council held their meeting on Monday, June 17. The meeting began at 5:00 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of silence. Council first moved to approve minutes from the previous meeting held on June 3rd. Committee reports came next, with councilor Simon giving a report from the Park Board meeting held on June 11th. No recommendations were made from that meeting. Department head reports followed,

with Public Service Director Keith Torbet speaking first. It was stated that the Public Works Department is busy setting up for the Homecoming. Signs for the pickleball courts have been ordered and the Fulton Street project is coming along well.

As for the Homecoming, Mayor Huner stated that Fire Chief Phil Kessler had spoken with the owner of the Homecoming’s ride equipment in order to make sure everything is placed properly for fire lanes. Torbet was then asked if the new groundskeeper position had been posted, with Torbet stating that it had been. The following legislative

actions were then approved by council.

The second reading of Resolution 2024-18 authorizing the mayor to enter into the employer-sponsored direct primary care agreement with Nexus Growth Solutions, LLC DBA Nexus Health Connect. This resolution was passed under emergency provisions.

The second reading of Resolution 2024-19 authorizing the mayor to enter into the Clinton Township –City of Wauseon annexation agreement pertaining to the annexation of 13.92 acres of Clinton Township. The third reading of Ordinance 2024-2 to

amend Section 159 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Wauseon. Next, council moved to approve appointment recommendations, made by the mayor, for various board and commissions. This recommendation was for the appointment of Lisa Smith to the Charter Revision Commission for a term lasting from 06/30/2024 to 06/30/2027.

Mayor Huner then reminded everyone that the Homecoming Parade will be held on Saturday, June 22nd at 11:00 a.m. Approval of the bills took place next before council moved to adjourn at 5:16 p.m.

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Parents often do everything within their means to keep their children safe in and outside of their homes. Throughout the years, child safety seats have helped reduce the risk of serious injuries to children while riding in vehicles. However, incidents of hot car injuries and deaths have increased. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration indicates about 40 children a year die from heatstroke after they were left or became trapped in a car.

Roughly one child every 10 days loses his or her life in a hot car. The NHTSA also says there have been more than 950 hot car deaths among children since 1998. The National Safety Council says nearly every state has experienced at least one death of a child succumbing to heat stroke in a hot car since 1998. The agency reports that a record number of 53 children died after being left in hot vehicles in 2018 and 2019. Pediatric vehicular heatstroke (PVH)

poses a serious threat. Health experts warn that a child’s body temperature rises three to five times faster than an adult’s. When a child remains in a vehicle without ample ventilation, that child s body temperature can rise quickly, turning into a dangerous situation. Heatstroke begins when the core body temperature reaches about 104 F. Many children who were injured or killed in PVH incidents have parents and caregivers who

are thoughtful guardians. No one sets out to forget their child in a car. Since younger children sit rear-facing in safety seats, sometimes their presence is obscured. Those who are rushing around or parents with miscommunication may not realize their child is in the car seat. It is essential that parents and caregivers get in the habit of always checking the back seat before locking the car doors. Heeding some additional tips also can prevent PVH. Leave your purse, wallet or another item in the back seat so you are forced to go in the back to retrieve it. This is an added security measure to check the back seat and ensure the car seat is empty. Never leave a child in a vehicle unattended for any length of time, even if you only intend to run into a store for a few minutes. Rolling down the windows or parking the car in the shade does little to adjust the interior temperature of the vehicle. Write a note or place a stuffed animal in the passenger's seat to

Academic Performance Can Be Affected By Eyesight

Many variables affect students’ academic performance. These include a willingness to learn, students’ attentiveness, having a great teacher, and kids’ commitment to studying and doing homework. One component of academic performance can be easily overlooked: eyesight.

The M.M. Joshi Eye Institute in India says vision problems in children can affect studies and restrict students’ academic development. Academic performance is directly linked to the ability to see clearly, as vision affects reading, writing, comprehension, and classroom participation.

Clarendon Vision Development Center of Illinois advises that a substantial part of a child’s

education is acquired through visual processing. When that vision is impaired, it can hinder the ability to learn and absorb information effectively.

Impaired eyesight may cause students to struggle and fall behind. This ultimately can lead to a lack of engagement in classwork and ultimately make

them consider giving up, particularly when a student is unaware that it is eyesight and not another factor affecting their ability to learn.

Furthermore, poor grades may cause parents to mistakenly conclude a child has a learning disability or is slacking off. The relationship between

eyesight and education underscores the significance of routine eye exams. Intervention can help prevent poor academic performance. Infants often get their first comprehensive eye exams around zero to six months of age. By age three, children should have a second eye exam, says Medical Optometry America. Around age five or six, children should receive a third comprehensive eye exam, just before entering school.

Eye exams should then be scheduled at least every two years. These guidelines can be adjusted if any vision problems are detected and more frequent exams are needed.

Eyesight plays a key role in a child’s ability to learn and excel in school.

remind you that a child is in the back seat. Keep the car locked and keys out of reach. Children being forgotten in the car is not the only cause of PVH incidences. Sometimes kids hide or play in cars and become trapped. The NHTSA says 25 percent of PVH deaths occur after kids gain access to unattended vehicles. Be an observant bystander at all times. If you see a child alone in a vehicle, make sure the child is alright and respon-

sive, then attempt to locate the parents. If the child seems in distress, attempt to break the window of the car and call for emergency services immediately. Instances of PVH and similar accidents are not exclusive to summertime. A car can become hot quickly even if the temperature outdoors seems relatively mild, says Consumer Reports. Various strategies can help prevent hot car injuries and deaths in children.

2024 Summer Local Medical Guide

What To Expect At Your Next Eye Exam

Regular eye examinations are important components of a personal health regimen. Visiting an eye doctor can alert a person to potential vision impairments, and certain symptoms that show up in the eyes could be indicative of notable health problems.

The American Academy of Ophthalmology says everything from brain tumors to aneurysms to high cholesterol can be detected in the eyes. For those who do not have any apparent vision problems, most doctors recommend following a chart based on age. The insurance experts at Aetna suggest the following agebased intervals:

•Ages 20 to 39: Every

five years

•Ages 40 to 54: Every two to four years

•Ages 55 to 64: Every one to three years

•Ages 65 and up: Every one to two years

Individuals who wear glasses or contact lenses, have a family history of eye disease, or have a chronic condition that puts them at risk for eye disease, like diabetes, should get vision exams more frequently.

Despite the significance of eye exams, many people do not visit an eye doctor until something is amiss with their vision or eyes. Perhaps individuals would be inclined to visit the eye doctor more frequently if they knew what to expect during an exam.

Here’s what people can expect the next time they step into a private eye doctor’s office or a vision center, courtesy of The Cleve-

land Clinic and Warby Parker.

•Visual acuity: The eye doctor will ask you to read an eye chart while looking through a device called a phoropter. This device has several lenses that can be adjusted to help you see better and find the right corrective lens prescription.

•Visual field: The doctor will check peripheral vision by holding up a finger or an object and moving it gradually to the side of your face. Additional movements may include up and down. Some offices use a computer program to conduct this test.

•Automatic refraction: Visual acuity can be measured with this test, during which an autorefractor shines light into the eye and measures the eye’s response. It’s commonly used with children or

adults who may struggle to communicate what they’re seeing.

•Pupil function: The eye doctor will briefly shine a handheld light into each eye and then move the light away to watch how the pupils constrict and dilate.

•Slit lamp exam: This test involves a slit lamp, which is a type of microscope that enables the eye doctor to see the eyes in close detail.

•Tonometry measurement: Glaucoma occurs when intraocular pressure is high. Some eye doctors will conduct tests to determine the pressure. One way is with a non-contact tonometry test, which is a puff of air squirted at each eye. With applanation tonometry, the doctor first administers a mild numbing agent to the eye, and then uses a pressure-sen-

sitive instrument to gently tap on the surface of the eye to get a pressure reading. A rebound tonometry test requires a handheld device that makes brief contact to the eye and doesn’t require local anesthesia.

•Pupil dilation: The eye doctor will administer eye drops that dilate the pupils, which enables a better view of the retina, optic nerve, cornea, and surrounding blood vessels during an ophthalmoscopy.

•Special photography: The eye doctor may utilize specialized imaging equipment that will take digital images of the eyes to diagnose various retinal, optic nerve and corneal conditions. These are some of the things people may experience during a comprehensive vision exam.

Why It’s Important To Follow An Immunization Schedule

Doctors are in the business of keeping people healthy, and one of the best ways to do so is to help individuals avoid illnesses and diseases that can make them sick.

Although few people relish the idea of needle jabs, immunizations (vaccines) remain an effective way to stay in good health. The American Academy of Pediatrics says top disease experts work together throughout the year to update the recommended immunization schedules for children, adolescents and adults.

Schedules are approved by the AAP, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other health care or-

ganizations. Any recommended vaccines are based on ongoing reviews of the most recent scientific data for each immunization. An immunization schedule offers a series of vaccinations, including the timing of all doses, as recommended or required depend-

ing on one’s home country. Vaccines go through multiple phases of trials to ensure safety and efficacy.

Following an immunization schedule is ideal for optimal health. Here are a few facts to consider, courtesy of HealthyChildren.org, a web-

site managed by the AAP and the CDC.

•The timing of vaccines is carefully studied and recommended to work with the body’s immune system.

•People with chronic conditions or individuals on medications that weaken the immune system may need a different type of vaccine or a booster. A doctor can discuss the best approach in such situations.

•Many vaccines are administered in early childhood during infancy. Getting a child vaccinated on time is the best way to protect him or her.

•There is no research to show that a child would be equally protected against

diseases if shots are spread out differently or if a varied schedule is followed. Parents and caregivers often must trust that the professionals know best with these schedules.

•If a dose is missed or a child is behind schedule, that does not require starting all over. A doctor can be consulted and the next shot in a series can be scheduled as soon as possible.

•Adults receive far fewer vaccines than their younger counterparts. According to the CDC's most recent vaccine schedule, these are some of the shots adults should discuss with their doctors. - COVID-19 (one or more doses of updated 2023-2024 formula)

- Influenza (one dose annually) - Respiratory Syncytial Virus (seasonal administration during pregnancy) - Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Td or Tdap booster every 10 years, unless pregnant, then one dose Tdap each pregnancy) - Measles, mumps, rubella (one or two doses depending on indication if born in 1957 or later) - Varicella (two doses if born in 1980 or later) - Zoster recombinant (two doses at age 50) Following an immunization schedule is one way to maintain personal health. Any questions or concerns about vaccines should be discussed with a primary care doctor or another trusted health professional.

NWEC Earns An ACSI® Customer Satisfaction Award

BRYAN, OHIO — North West -

ern Electric Cooperative, Inc. (NWEC) is honored to have earned a 2024 Customer Satisfaction Award* from the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI®) based on their member survey results.

Cooperative members were asked to rate their overall satisfaction with NWEC, how well the co-op lived up to their expectations, and how well NWEC measured up to their ideal co-op experience.

While these were not the only questions in the survey, NWEC

included these specifically because they are the core components of the proprietary ACSI methodology.

NWEC’s ACSI score substantially outperforms the industry average score earned by publicly measured utilities reported in the 2024 ACSI Energy Utility Study.

“This award is a testament to NWEC’s ongoing efforts to provide the best possible member experience”, the NWEC said in a press release.

“The 2024 Customer Satisfaction Award affirms that NWEC’s

hard work has been noticed by its members. NWEC is grateful for its members and will continue to strive for excellence through constant dedication to improvement.”

*Award criteria are determined by the ACSI® and are based on customers rating their satisfaction in a survey independent of the syndicated ACSI Energy Utility Study. For more about the ACSI, visit www.theacsi.org/badges. ACSI and its logo are registered trademarks of the American Customer Satisfaction Index LLC.

Girl Scout Troop 1316 Speaks To Archbold Rotary

GIRL SCOUTS … Archbold Rotarians learned about Archbold Girl Scout Troop 1316 at their June 14 meeting. The troop was formed in the Fall of 2021 and currently has nine members ranging in age from just starting elementary school (Daisy, K-grade 1) to Brownies (grades 2-3) and Juniors (grades 4-5). Brownies Zoey Curry (left) and Malayla Gilroy and troop leader Jennie Gilroy gave the presentation.

Rotarian and Archbold Girl Scout Troop 1316 leader Jennie Gilroy along with two of the troop’s Brownies told Rotarians what Girl Scouts learn and do.

The nine-member troop meets at least once a month at St. John’s Christian Church in Archbold. They learn that Girl Scouts help wherever needed with an emphasis on projects where they learn the impor-

tance of giving back to their community. For example, they have gone to Fairlawn to sing Christmas Carols to the nursing home residents in December and for Valentine’s Day they made cards for the residents. The troop has also planned and served a community meal during the past year. The two Brownies who joined

their leader at the Rotary meeting were Zoey Curry and Malayla Gilroy. They said that they enjoy crafting, singing and playing games at their meetings.

This summer they said they are looking forward to Girl Scout camp at Camp Libbey near Defiance. And this past year the girls sold 1,130 boxes of Girl Scout cookies.

Swanton Announces Parking & Traffic Flow Details For Fireworks Show

(PRESS RELEASE)

SWANTON, OH— We wish to provide the fol-

lowing details, related to the best fireworks show around, celebrat-

ing Independence Day on Saturday June 29, 2024. American Fireworks will shoot off the fantastic show from the upper ball diamonds at Memorial Park. Bring your blankets and chairs as there will be designated marked off areas away from the hot zone along with various vendors and food trucks. Vendors & food trucks will be ready to serve starting at 6:00 pm.

PARKING

Handicapped parking at Software Solutions and Fessenden Hardware. Non handicapped and non-vendor parking at All Spray, McNeill Chevrolet, Be-

Your Mind, Body & Spirit

By: Cheryl L Garza - Bryan, Ohio

PROMOTE MENTAL CLARITY NATURALLY

OPINION COLUMN

Have you ever had one of those moments like, wait... Where was I headed? What was I just saying? I certainly have, and it makes you feel like you're losing your mind!

Have no fear –more times than not, brain fog is most likely the culprit. Brain fog involves memory problems, ability to focus, difficulty concentrating, sluggish feeling, forgetfulness, feeling easily distracted, and lack of mental clarity, and mental fatigue.

Although brain fog is not considered a mental condition, it might be considered a syndrome that interferes in daily life depending on the severity of it. What's the cause?

Since brain fog has many possible root causes such as chronic stress, lack of sleep, poor nutrition, excessive alcohol consumption, food sensitivities, allergies amongst others.

Becoming your own doctor by watching and monitoring your health habits and daily routines, you will notice more and more what could be some good reasons. A busy lifestyle, multitasking, a bad night’s sleep, and extra activities can throw off our mind body balance.

Stress affects us not only emotionally but also physically and chemically. Chronic periods of prolonged stress can affect memory concentration, sleep, or ability to heal from illness, and hormone levels, and can accelerate the age in process.

Psychological and environmental stress significantly impacts micronutrient concentrations in our body in our brain, and the brain literally may be starving for certain nutrients.

When we are stressed, our blood sugar levels can drastically fluctuate, which increases moodiness, brain fog, and anxiety.

We may reach for sugar, caffeine, salt, and unhealthy foods and beverages to keep us going; however, protein, healthy fats, and fiber are needed to stabilize blood sugar levels. It's important to take a moment for ourselves and be mindful of schedules and lifestyle choices. Sleep is such an important time for the body and mind to rest and repair from daily tasks.

How well we sleep has a major influence on our overall quality of life. The National Institute of Health reports that adults need at least 7 to 8 hours of sleep each night to be well rested, but the average adult sleeps for less than seven hours a night.

Disruptions in the sleep wake cycle can occur for a variety of reasons, including bedtime light exposure from a tablet or a smart phone, jetlag, changing seasons, or working later hours.

When it's dark, everybody makes more melatonin, but when it's light out, or melatonin levels taper off.

Melatonin promotes relaxation and a healthy sleep pattern, and it helps regulate the body’s circadian rhythm, which is the internal clock that controls when we fall asleep and wake up.

A lack of sufficient sleep can contribute to brain fog, and ample sleep has been found to be beneficial for boosting learning, concentration, and memory.

Remember that daytime habits are just as important as nighttime routines, and it's best to avoid caffeine, large meals, and sugary treats before bedtime, as these can disrupt sleep.

lieve Dental, Eastern District Court, Swanton Middle School, South Street by the WRRF, and on the ball diamond by The Spirit of the American Doughboy Statue.

EXITING AFTER FIREWORKS

The Swanton Police Department will be directing traffic out of the park heading NORTH on Main Street. With the intersection of Airport Highway and South Main Street CLOSED during this time we encourage those that can walk to the park to do so and/or carpool to lessen the congestion of cars trying to exit after the show.

Brain fog can greatly impact our quality of life, but relief is possible. Whether it's correcting nutritional deficiency, reducing our stress levels, or improving sleep quality, once the underlying causes are addressed, or mental clarity can improve.

We can reset our mindset, boost mental clarity, promote calmness, and achieve a healthier mood through supplementation. My greatest hopes and prayers are that we can all share and encourage each other to live a happier healthier more vibrant life.

Also, Holistic Wholesome Living is seeking everyone and anyone who offers products, services, education, consultants, and etc.

I am putting together a community resource guide. Power, strength, unity, and connection. Please contact me if interested and as always be well and stay nourished!

Cheryl L Garza A Lady With Alot Of Zeal and yearning to empower, guide, encourage and share all HOLISTIC Wholesome Living with youth-adults. Highly educated, extremely passionate, determined and driven with no doubts... I choose to make the rest of my life the BEST of my Life, I wish that for all as well... Sharing Love & Kindness... spreadingwellness@yahoo.com 567-239-1960

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Archbold Schools Prepare For 2024-2025 School Year

By: Amy Wendt THE VILLAGE REPORTER amy@thevillagereporter.com

On Monday, June 16 the Archbold School Board met for its regular monthly meeting with Skeat Hug, Tyson Stuckey, Karen Beck, and Gina Benecke around the table while Board President Jeremy Hurst was absent.

District administrators Superintendent Jayson Selgo and Treasurer Joyce Kinsman were also on hand. The principals from all three school buildings were not in attendance due to summer break.

Superintendent Selgo started off the meeting by sharing his report highlighting updates on the projects that will be taking place on school grounds while students are enjoying summer break.

The elementary school will soon see new carpet and HVAC Rooftop unit installed and will receive a landscaping upgrade.

Repairs and updates at the middle school include a bus garage door repair and a door access control update while the high school building will receive new entrance lights.

Selgo also noted that Rockmill Financial Consulting, LLC has been contacted to consult with the district on “Taxing Policy” work. As a part of the consensus agenda, the board approved meeting minutes from May 20.

In financial items, the board accept-

ed the May 2024 financial reports submitted by the treasurer and approved several fund transfers. Final appropriations and estimated resources for fiscal year 2024 were also approved as were the temporary appropriations for fiscal year 2025.

The district received donations from various businesses and individuals in the amount of $1,4854.31. During fiscal year 2025, the district will participate in all federal programs including the Federal Lunch and Breakfast Program.

The board also approved insurance coverage, including property, fleet, and liability insurance through Ohio School Plan for the period from July 1, 2024, to July 1, 2025, at a cost of $84,876.

Additionally, Cyber Insurance Coverage through the Corvus Cyber Liability Program was approved for the same timeframe at $6,934.45. The Pollution Policy through the Ohio School Plan for July 1, 2024, to July 1, 2025, in the amount of $417 was also approved.

Revisions to the 2024-2025 Student and Faculty Handbooks and class fees for all three buildings were accepted.

The Board approved a resolution of intent to not provide career-technical education in grades 7 and 8 for the 2024-2025 school year with Dr. Selgo noting that Mr. Sell’s high school schedule is full and will not allow him to offer that class at AMS.

The Northwest Ohio Juvenile Deten-

break.

tion, Training, and Rehabilitation Center Educational Agreement at $80.00 per student, per weekday for district students assigned to those locations during the next school year was also approved.

Also accepted was a contract for Spanish Instruction with Edon Northwest Local School District from August 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025.

Looking on to the 2024-2025 school year, the board approved employment contracts for the following: Dina Gladieux and Kevin K. Miller – teachers; Peggy Wendt - classified substitute; Karla Petersen and Danielle Bly - school nurses; Kelly Short - part-time school nurse substitute; Jason Bacik - LPDCelementary; Howard Hoge – custodian;

one-year supplemental contracts and volunteers for the 2024-2025 school year.

Summer contracts were also approved for the following individuals: Jamie Zagarella - tutor for extended school year services; Emily Hammersmith - tutor for extended school year services; Emersyn Selgo - student worker; Irelyn Hug - student worker; Josh Voll - summer 2024 technology assistant.

The board accepted the resignation of Sue Crawford as Cafe Cook and rescinded the contracts of Erin Dixon, Assistant to the Treasurer.

The next Archbold Board of Education meeting is set for Monday, August 19, 2024, at 4:30 p.m.

Data Center & AG Operation Proposed For Stryker

By: Renea Kessler THE VILLAGE REPORTER renea@thevillagereporter.com

The Village of Stryker held their meeting on Monday, June 17th. The meeting began at 6:00 p.m. with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance.

The village had a visitor to discuss a proposed initiative for a location in Stryker that entails the establishment of an artificial intelligence (AI) data center in conjunction with a hydroponic agricultural facility.

The endeavor envisions the installation of computer banks for processing AI data within two buildings situated at 103 Railroad St., formerly the site of the Ohio Timberland Products (OTP) company, near the intersection of Horton Street and Ohio 191.

The thermal energy produced by the data center's computing systems will be harnessed to facilitate the cultivation of indoor hydroponic vegetables, devoid of traditional soil-based methods. Project manager Daniel Wang presented this proposition to the Stryker Council on Monday.

"Agricultural requires heat, which can be generated from the AI data center," articulated Wang. He anticipates the commencement of operations within six months, contingent upon regulatory sanction and material procurement.

Wang also aspires to secure contracts for hosting data from Amazon and other technology firms, in addition to distributing the vegetables primarily to local users and

vendors.

The company involved is Future Tech Inc. which is a subsidiary of the Californiabased Nature’s Miracle, all the processes would be computer-controlled and there is an anticipation of hiring around 25 people in the initial startup process.

Alongside Wang was Al Blackwood, one of the project consultants, and Mike Burkholder, a Stryker native and owner of the two buildings and land being targeted for this project.

Burkholder has clarified that the site is available for lease, not for sale. He further noted that an agreement between himself and Wang entails Wang's commitment to contributing to the community post-project launch in a manner to be defined at a later stage.

Wang and Blackwood have approximated the initial project investment to be in the region of $20 million, primarily allocated to the data center's operational costs.

Wang emphasized that the primary challenge lies in securing a reliable electric power supply from Toledo Edison and in acquiring additional adjacent land to facilitate future expansion near the existing site.

Wang indicated that he has secured approval from Toledo Edison for a two-megawatt power allocation, with intentions to expand the operation to potentially necessitate 20 megawatts or more once established.

As expansion progresses, one potential avenue involves acquiring approval for a

dedicated electric substation, while another alternative could be a mobile substation.

The Village of Stryker currently consumes approximately two megawatts of power per day from Toledo Edison.

Neither council members nor village staff have voiced any apprehensions regarding potential adverse impacts on the village's electricity supply resulting from the new project.

Blackwood indicated that the selection of the Stryker site was based on its proximity to Northwest State Community College and the strong work ethic characteristic of rural labor forces.

Wang highlighted that Ohio holds a com-

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petitive edge over other states owing to its deregulated electricity market, facilitating a highly competitive power pricing structure.

During the discussion, council member Vicki Cameron inquired about the Stryker project and was informed that the company overseeing the project has a comparable undertaking in Norwalk.

It was clarified that the company has already mitigated potential issues surrounding ambient noise at the Norwalk site.

With no other questions for Mr. Wang and nothing else left to discuss council adjourned. The next regular meeting is July 15th at 6:00 p.m.

Williams County Dairy Association Presents Donation For Hog Pens

By: Anna Wozniak THE VILLAGE REPORTER anna@thevillagereporter.com

The Williams County Agricultural Society met on June 20, 2024 near 7 p.m.

Answering roll call were seven directors (1 absent) who saw their first course of action greeting representatives from the Williams County Dairy Association.

The Williams County Dairy Association President John Radabaugh then presented a $5,000 donation to Williams County Agricultural Society President Pam Goll for the hog pen project.

They then approved the minutes from their May meeting as presented after review. The treasurer’s report was accepted as presented, and it was shared that sponsorships have been going well, but there are still funds to be desired.

Goat judges are still being finalized, and some sound issues have been reported related to the radios. These reports are concerning for all-week use, but there have not been issues like this reported throughout previous years.

The board discussed and decided that cell-phone numbers would be given out so that in the event of a walkie failure, contact can still be made.

An all-year use contract for a tractor was then discussed, with member Dave Page sharing that the arrangement “should be good.”

Display case glass has been cut for the antique cases, but there will need to be more work done due to a table mishap that resulted in shattered glass.

It was shared that change for the fair will need to be picked up before quotes on tree removal were presented. The lower bid was accepted at $525, and it was shared that an old oak tree will be looked at for removal as well.

Work on the fair book has begun, with a print deadline of July. It was confirmed that flyers will be made for the fair this year, and permission was granted for the Junior Fair Board to participate in more hands-on livestock experience.

The Ohio Department of Development grant application was approved for $106,831.54 in grant funding, with no date of receipt known yet.

It was shared that hog pen donations are looking alright, and a grant has been submitted to the Edon Farmers Co Op for $10,000.

The Fair Foundation has pledged $4,000, and the Pork Producers have donated $5,000. All individual donations were thanked, as was the Diary Association.

Half of the funds are collected, with a goal of 75% of the full amount raised before the project is started. Royalty was scheduled for Saturday, with lengthy discussion being held on location.

It was shared that the previous year yielded complaints about wearing dress attire and walking across sandy, uneven ground, and so it was decided to be held in the Thaman Building this year, set to start at 4 p.m.

The final schedule will see the addition of a Williams County Public Library booth,

set up by the Historical Society and the 200th Anniversary Committee, as well as provide space for a presentation rumored to feature Governor Mike DeWine.

An evening spectacular was discussed, but previous issues with removing people from the grandstand between events were cited. The board decided to take a stauncher approach to removing non-paying individuals this year.

The Ohio Fair Managers will be having their 100th anniversary meeting, and the association agreed to have more discussion on whether or not they would like to put in for a table lottery.

The board then entered into executive session at 7:48 p.m., and came out with no action, set to meet again July 18, 2024 at 7 p.m.

PHOTO BY AMY WENDT / THE VILLAGE REPORTER

SUMMER BREAK … Archbold School Board convened to take care of district business while students and many other school staff members are enjoying summer

PHOTO BY ANNA WOZNIAK / THE VILLAGE REPORTER

HOG PEN DONATION … Pictured here are Williams County Dairy Association President John Radabaugh and Williams County Agricultural Society President Pam Goll with the $5,000 donation Radabaugh presented to Goll for the hog pen replacement project.

PHOTO BY RENEA KESSLER / THE VILLAGE REPORTER 103 RAILROAD STREET … The targeted location for the proposed AI Data Center and AG Operation.

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Williams County ~ Fulton County Area

College News

Local Students Earn College Honors, Graduate

DEAN’S LIST & PRESIDENT’S LIST

Bowling Green State University: DEAN’S LIST –ARCHBOLD: Gavin Bailey, Chaney Brodbeck, Megan Carder, Benjamin Dowdy, Kaitlyn Elkins, Logan Grime, Camryn Hagans, Ethan Hagans, Suzanne Justinger, Aidan Price; BRYAN: Addison Arnold, Arianna Baumgartner, Drew Dauber, Kerrigan Dick, Zachary Ivan, Juiliet McKeen, Ethan Psurny, Lillian Schlade, Gweneth Spengler, Alexander Wisda, Annika Wright; DELTA: Keilah Fish, Leigh Morris, Nickolas Sherick, Brianna Sintobin, Sydney Smith, Amberlea Stultz; EDGERTON: Charlotte Blalock; EDON – Gannon Ripke, Kerrin Towers, McKenna Warner; FAYETTE: Blake Rupp; KUNKLE: Jozlyn Jones; LYONS: Logan Fox, Riley Lumbrezer, Brooklyn Richardson, Grace Ritta; METAMORA: Lucinda Nichols; MONTPELIER: Ethan Adams, Lauren Balser, Paige Briner, Erin Elser; PIONEER: Erica Knapp, Sean Michael; STRYKER: Mia Hancock, Kaleb Huffman, Greydon Nowak; SWANTON: Joshua Alvarez, Carlton Baker, Ashley Brooks, Grace Bulter, Hannah Cook, Aine Daughtery, Ethan Dicke, Jacob Dicke, Kassidy Erye, Jessica Galliers, Katelyn Lagrange, Mackenzie Lake, Amy Lawson, Zachary Lumbrezer, Ellie Kronberg, Natalie Newman, Dominic Sondergeld, Garrett Swank, Audrey Szalapski; WAUSEON: Evan Bauer, Josephine Blanchard, Tyson Britsch, Carson Burt, Maddux Chamberlin, Andrew Hoeffel, Rylee Hull, Alexander Moore, Kyle Moore, Ellie Rodriguez, Holden Serres, Angelina Sorge, Isabella Swartz; WEST UNITY: Gabriel Matthews, Jaime Chester, Connor Schlosser Capital University: PRESIDENT’S LIST – Hunter Nofziger (Wauseon), Jillian Reynolds (Wauseon) Cedarville University: DEAN’S HONOR LIST – Hannah Shirley (Wauseon) DEAN’S LIST – Anna Hudspeath (Wauseon), Matthew Gibbs (West Unity) College of Charleston: PRESIDENT’S LIST – Trinity Nichols (Montpelier)

Goshen College: DEAN’S LIST – Isabella Ruiz (Archbold), Griffin Eash (Pettisville), Kate Roth (Wauseon)

Marietta College: Kodi Brenner (West Unity)

Mercy College of Ohio: DEAN’S LIST – Addisyn Bentley (Fayette); HONORS LIST – Andrea Thatcher (Delta), Morgan Collins (Wauseon)

Miami University: DEAN’S LIST – Abigail Short (Fayette), Noah Becker (Wauseon), Emily Parker (Wauseon)

Miami University Regionals: DEAN’S LIST – Michael Waite (Wauseon); David Garrett (Pioneer)

Southern New Hampshire University: PRESIDENT’S LIST – Trista Fruchey (Fayette), Peyton Miller (Wauseon), McKayla Zimmerman (Wauseon)

Saint Mary’s College: DEAN’S LIST – Riley Burdge (Bryan)

Trine University: DEAN’S LIST – Chloe Bard (Fayette), Alyssa Bass (Montpelier), Thomas Jay (Montpelier), Faith Miller (Montpelier), Gage Winebernner (Montpelier), Ian Fruchey (Wauseon), Jayden Ramos (Wauseon), Tyler Smith (Wauseon); PRESIDENT’S LIST – Blake Dulle (Edon), Aidan Muehlfeld (Edon), Mallory Trausch (Edon), Asasia Bostater (Montpelier), Chloe Martin (Montpelier), Kobe Kennedy (Stryker), Brodie Mansur (Pioneer), Cooper Hull (Wauseon), Samantha Marvin (Wauseon), Ian Hoffman (West Unity), Cherish Graham (West Unity), Delilah Taylor (West Unity)

Ohio Dominican University: DEAN’S LIST – Drew Gallehue (Edon)

GRADUATES

College of Charleston: Trinity Nichols (Montpelier)

Trine University: Jacob Long (Edon), Aidan Muehlfeld (Edon), Charles Roberts (Edon), Mallory Trausch (Edon), Jacob Gladieux (Montpelier), Brandt McNeil (Montpelier), Travis Creek (Pioneer), Brodie Mansur (Pioneer), Samantha Marvin (Wauseon), Tyler Smith (Wauseon)

University of Nebraska-Lincoln: Sophia Stockham (Wauseon)

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee: Joshua Kidder (Archbold)

PIONEER VILLAGE COUNCIL

Officer Randy Mills Promoted To Police Sergeant

The Pioneer Village Council met on June 18, 2024 at 7 p.m. Present were councilors Trever West, Will Cable, Randy Cochran, Dean Frisbee, Joseph Nikloy, and Ben Fiser alongside Fiscal Officer Gina Gruber, Pioneer Mayor Edward Kidston, Village Solicitor Tom Thompson, and Village Administrator Anthony Burnett.

After the pledge of allegiance, Mayor Kidston called the meeting to order and conducted roll call. They then approved the minutes from their May 21, 2024 meeting as presented.

The same was then done with May’s financial report and the bills, as well as a $1,428.35 Hometown HDWR payment.

Police Chief Livengood then began his report and shared that veteran and Officer Randy Mills has officially been promoted to sergeant.

Fire Chief Swank was proud to share that Keegan Hickman has been bumped up from the explorer program to a volunteer firefighter.

Discussion finalizing details for Kaleb’s Ride and the events happening at Bartlett’s was held before Administrator Anthony Burnett reported that the final change order for the Clark Street pump station has been made, and Fiscal Officer Gina Gruber presented the 2025 tax amounts and rates.

Five ordinances and one resolution were then passed after their first reading and a suspension of the rules.

Ordinance 17-2024 approved appropriations for 2024; Ordinance 18-2024 replaced ordinance 16-2024 and accepted a bid from Bryan Excavating; Ordinance 19-2024 authorized a lease agreement for 36 acres of farmland; and Ordinances 20-2024 and 21-2024 authorized the sale of village property; Resolution 109-2024 approved the tax amounts and rates as presented by Gruber and approved by the Budget Committee.

The Pioneer Village Council meets the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Pioneer Community Center.

FULTON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Commissioners Approve Tedrow Water Tower Project

By: Jacob Kessler THE VILLAGE

REPORTER

jacob@thevillagereporter.com

Fulton County Commissioners held their first meeting of the week on Tuesday, June 18th. The meeting began at 8:59 a.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer.

Minutes from the previous meeting held on June 13th were approved first, along with the current agenda and payment of the bills. The following agenda items were then approved by Commissioners.

-Resolution 2024-485 Increase & Transfer Appropriations for Various Departments.

-Resolution 2024-486 Dispose of Unneeded, Obsolete or Unfit Property for Commissioner’s Office.

-Resolution 2024-487 Dispose of Unneeded, Obsolete, or Unfit Property for Senior Center.

-Resolution 2024-488 Approve Legal, Plans, and Authorize Ad for Construction Aggregate Materials.

-Resolution 2024-489 Execute Notice to Proceed for Contract 2024-68 for Tedrow Water Tower Project.

-Resolution 2024-490 Enter Into Agreement 2024-73 with Ohio Department of Development for

CDBG Program RLF Administration.

-Resolution 2024-491 Appoint Part Time Housekeeper.

-Resolution 2024-492 Accept Resignation of Housekeeping Employee.

-Resolution 2024-493 Approve Purchase Orders and Travel Requests.

Commissioners then heard from Public Utilities Director Randy Mahlman as he gave an update on current or upcoming projects throughout the county. The meeting was then adjourned at 9:27 a.m.

Commissioners then held their second meeting of the week on Thursday, June 20th. The meeting began at 9:00 a.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer.

Minutes from the June 18th meeting were approved first, along with the current agenda and Dog Warden Reports for periods ending June 8th and June 15th. The following agenda items were then approved.

-Resolution 2024-496 Increase & Transfer Appropriations for Various Departments.

-Resolution 2024-497 Authorize Board President to Execute Participation Form for Kroger Opioid Settlement.

-Resolution 2024-498 Enter Into H2Ohio Grant Agreement 2024-74 with Ohio EPA.

-Resolution 2024-499 Approve Payment Request #9 for Contract 2022-87 with Peterson Construction for Water Booster Station Pump Project.

-Resolution 2024-500 Enter Into Contract 202475 with Oglesby Construction for 2024 Pavement Marking Program.

-Resolution 2024-501 Enter Into MOU 2024-76 with Ohio Secretary of State and Fulton County Board of Elections for Electronic Poll Book.

-Resolution 2024-502 Approve Purchase Orders and Travel Requests.

Amy Metz-Simon and Merissa Kessler then gave commissioners an update regarding projects at the Fulton County Job and Family Services Building. With no further items to attend to, the meeting was adjourned at 9:14 a.m.

Is It Really So?

By: Dr. Jerry Bergman, Montpelier, Ohio

TESTIFYING IN COURT AGAIN

OPINION COLUMN

Among the more interesting cases for which I served as an expert witness were “Last Will & Testament” or Will cases. Most of the cases I was involved with involved a deceased that lacked a properly filed Will.

This is a common situation. About half of all persons who die in America do not have a Will. Glancing at the obituary pages provides one reason why: no small number of people unexpectedly die when they are below the average-life expectancy.

In the current edition of The Village Reporter, of the 18 obituaries published this week, fully 12 died at an age below the average-life expectancy for their sex (In 2021, according to CDC data, women's life expectancy was 80 years in the U.S., while men's was about 74). Of course, for single people living at home, a Will may not be needed.

One of the most interesting cases I served as a consultant for, and also testified in court for, involved a 91-year-old man I will call William.

William left most of his $338,000-dollar estate, the value of the family farm, to a church, not to his family. As far as is known, his original Will left most of his estate to his three surviving sisters (hereafter called the family) and, by extension, to their families including their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

The original Will was destroyed by the person who wrote the new Will, which the family felt was deliberate, and prevented them from learning what the family feels were his actual desires.

The family believed that the new Will, which gave the bulk of William’s estate to a church that they considered a cult, was made under undue influence.

The new Will was done by an attorney who was a member of the church that was to receive the $338,000 dollars. The family believed that the church openly implied giving his estate to the church would help in ensuring that William would make it to Heaven.

Another concern of the family was they believed William was mildly retarded and was suffering from the early stages of dementia.

For these reasons the family decided to appeal to the courts. So they obtained an attorney who recruited me to testify in favor of the family. The circumstances under which this second Will was prepared and executed were the subject of the trial.

A jury determined that the testator had the requisite competence, but that the Will was invalid because it was the product of improper influence. Thus, the family prevailed in court.

The church appealed the case to the appellate court in the hopes of overturning the jury’s verdict. The appellant court ruled that, unless clear and compelling evidence existed, the desires of William as expressed in his Will must prevail.

If a person dies without a will, called “intestate,” a probate court will apply the intestacy laws of the state to determine how to distribute the property among the next of kin. In cases for which I have consulted where no valid Will existed, the estate is normally left to the person’s spouse, or cohabiting partner which was in the relationship for five years or more.

This is an issue of older people who do not formally marry due to their concerns about loss of health insurance or retirement benefits which, by law, after marriage must be assumed by the marriage partner.

Another concern is the legalization of gay marriages and partners. In the case of same-sex partners, by law they must be treated according to the same rules as for heterosexual couples.

In the case noted above, and other cases I worked with, the foremost concern is satisfying the desire of the deceased. Ohio law gives the order of priority, first to any surviving spouse or domestic partner, then to a child or children, then to a grandchild or grandchildren, then to a parent or parents, and, lastly, to a sibling or siblings.

If no Will exists, and evidence exists that the deceased desired the bulk of his estate is to go to a church, or an entity such as a hospital, this goal must normally be fulfilled.

Verbal or written comments made to friends are also considered, such as letters sent to an entity stating that “I plan to leave $20,000 dollars of my estate to … hospital.”

If these statements are not challenged, the executor or probate court most always supports the wishes of the deceased.

Estate settlement varies widely by state, but in my experience, the outline above is typical. My involvement in these cases provided me with the determination to ensure my Will is signed and properly filed.

Dr. Bergman is a multi-award-winning teacher and author. He has taught in the science and psychology area for over 40 years at the University of Toledo Medical College, Bowling Green State University, and other colleges. His 9 degrees include a Doctorate from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. He has over 1,800 publications in both scholarly and popular science journals that have been translated into 13 languages. His publications are in over 2,400 college libraries in 65 countries. Bergman has spoken over 2,000 times at colleges and churches in America, Canada, Europe, the South Sea Islands, and Africa.

License Plate Recognition Camera Update; Wetland Pond In The Works

By: Amy Wendt THE VILLAGE REPORTER amy@thevillagereporter.com

Archbold Village Council met on Monday, June 17 for a regular meeting with Council Members Gary Dominique, Chad Kern, Kevin Eicher, Karla Ball, Vaughn Bentz, and Aaron Babcock present. Mayor Brad Grime, Village Administrator Donna Dettling, and Assistant VA Aaron Alt were also on hand on behalf of the village’s admin team.

Police Chief Leo Wixom took the floor to share an update on the three license plate recognition cameras (LPR) recently installed within the village. The cameras were installed on May 19 and May 31.

“As of today … 126,056 plates have been run. We are averaging about 7,000 to 7,200 per day,” noted Wixom. Of those plates scanned, 23 “hits” on license plates have been received.

Wixom explained that the new LPR system captures the license plate and information of each vehicle entering the village where cameras are mounted.

This information is then compared to data in the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database checking for any of the 15 criteria attached to that plate number.

Examples of those criteria include stolen vehicle, missing person, Amber Alert, active warrants, protection orders, and sex offender designation among others.

Within 30 seconds of an LPR camera scanning a license plate that matches one

of the criteria in the NCIC database, the system notifies officers via email, text, and a mobile app, sending photos of the vehicle and license plate to officers on duty. Law enforcement then determines if further action is necessary.

The chief pointed out that “Protection Order” and “Sex Offender” are the only hits the cameras have detected thus far and have required no further action from the police.

Moving on to legislative matters, council approved Resolution 2024-32 which authorizes the village administrator to advertise for bids for the construction of wetlands at the East Lutz Road Reservoir Property.

“This has been a project we have wanted to do for a number of years,” noted Village Engineer Dexter Krueger who was on hand to provide background on the project.

“It’s technically - and what the EPA is billing it as is an ARTS - Agricultural Runoff Treatment System, noted Krueger.”

“So basically, what that means is using what they (EPA) call ‘stacked practices’grass waterways, rock check dams - ways that we can slow down the water, capture agricultural runoff, remove nutrients, and hopefully remove those before they eventually enter Lake Erie.”

“Now, there’s also the added benefit that we were most interested in and that’s water detention - stormwater detention.”

The wetland pond design in the Flatrun Watershed area calls for a pond depth of six feet and in the event of excessive rainfall, the village will be able to control the amount of water with an outlet control center.

WETLANDS … To aid in stormwater detention the reservoir property

E. Lutz Road and Clyde’s Way is slated for wetlands pond construction

expected to begin in August 2024.

While stormwater detention is the primary objective of the project, it was noted that walking paths in the area may be incorporated into the design down the road if additional funds become available.

The current project will be partially funded by Ohio EPA and ODNR H2Ohio program dollars and construction is anticipated to begin in August of 2024.

In other items, council approved the

meeting minutes from June 3, the May 2024 financial statements, and authorized the payment of bills and payroll of $607,553.40. Council also reviewed Police Department Calls for Service, Fire & EMS Call Response, and the Street Department Labor Reports for May 2024.

Archbold Village Council will hold its next regular meeting on Monday, July 1, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.

In 1970, Mahlon E. Miller, along with his wife Irene, opened M. E. Miller Tire Co. on his farm, 3 miles west of Wauseon. Until Novemer 2022, Ed Miller carried on the legacy. In November 2022, Pat, Dana and Zach Riley purchased Miller Tire. Ed likes to joke, “We sell a few tires out of a barn between two corn fields.” The business continues to service local customers as well as global. Miller Tire, not only sells tires “for whatever moves you”, farm, van, truck, car, but also tires for lawn mowers, garden tractors, ATV’s and tires for those who compete in truck and tractor pulling. Jeremy Miller, Ed’s son, is the tire cutting and sharpening mastermind for truck and tractor pullers as well as other projects for specific needs.

Local customers usually see the service department run by John, who has been with this company 35 years, and Jeff, 47 years. They are backed with five other techs: Mike, Jeremy, Brian, Bobby, and Perry, all wanting to give the best customer service possible. The phone is answered by Jodi, Adam, Brittany, and Tina, who in addition to all the other things they do, can answer most questions about tires or direct you to someone who can. Rounding out the team are Harlen, Rick, Billie Jo and Ben. This Wauseon business hopes everyone can say what a man from Montana promptly replied when a local deputy identifed himself as from Wauseon, “That’s where I get my tires from,” he said, “from Miller Tire.” Selling tires for antique farm equipment, tractor pulling, lawn mower racing and more… with an annual catalog, tractor shows, word-of-mouth, ebay and website, www.millertire.com has stretched the local business nationwide and internationally.

Thinking tires? Think Miller Tire. M.E. Miller Tire Co, located at 17386 State Route 2, 3 miles west of Wauseon, is proudly “serving yourenTIRE needs” Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. – Noon. Call 419-335-7010 find them on Facebook and www.millertire.com.

PHOTO BY AMY WENDT/THE VILLAGE REPORTER

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New Fulton County Senior Center Holds Open House

By: Jacob Kessler THE VILLAGE REPORTER jacob@thevillagereporter.com

The Fulton County Senior Center held an open house event this past week. The event was put on to showcase the new facility to members of the public, and to host a big event for seniors.

The project started almost eight years ago when the commissioners began exploring various properties.

Although it was understood that a new building was necessary, the Commissioners wanted to ensure that their decision was financially responsible and aligned with the needs of the community. At that time, no option seemed to be the perfect fit.

In 2020, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the government sent money to local communities as part of relief efforts. Fulton County received three distributions, each of different amounts.

The first distribution was $3 million, intended for making county spaces safer for employees, implementing distancing measures, and installing shields on desks and counters.

As a result of this distribution, a grant program was established to support local businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19.

Between November and December, over $900,000 was allocated to local businesses. Subsequently, the county received a third disbursement of $8 million.

With the money being restricted to certain uses, efforts were made to determine if a new Senior Center would fit within the eligible categories. Fortunately, it did.

The new building, being larger and

more spacious, would provide more room for the seniors who gather there. When the commissioners learned that the money could be used for a new senior center, they immediately began working with an architect.

The construction of this new building was made possible without having to put a levy on the ballot or using funds from the Senior Center.

Although the building did end up costing just over $8 million, taxpayers were not asked for a tax increase to cover the cost. The majority of the expenses were covered by the COVID relief funds.

The need for an upgrade to the previous senior center building has been evident for some time. The building was constructed a long time ago and was not designed with seniors in mind from the beginning.

The new building, however, was designed with the ability to envision its finished state. This capability has empowered the commissioners to meticulously plan every detail of the building.

As a result, staff members are now centrally located and no longer scattered throughout the building. Furthermore, seniors have a spacious area for socializing and enjoying meals.

The kitchen is much larger and more modern, which helps to future-proof the building. Currently, the Fulton County Senior Center serves 400-450 meals per day through meal routes and an additional 100-150 meals per day in person at the center, totaling around 500-600 meals per day.

Meals are also sent from this location to satellite locations in Fayette, Swanton,

and Delta. These locations receive meals two to three times per week, and each location also offers programs and activities.

With the new kitchen, it's expected that possibly up to 1,000 meals per day could be served if needed. While those numbers may not actually be seen, an increase in the current meal numbers is expected as the population continues to age.

The center officially opened on May 6th with faces both new and old showing up every day. To celebrate its opening, a ribbon cutting was held on May 14th which brought in a good amount of people from the community. Everyone present was thrilled to see the project, which was so many years in the making, finally complete.

This led to the open house, which was celebrated last week on Thursday, June 20th. From Noon to 1:00 p.m. seniors were treated to lunch. At 1:00 p.m. Elvis

came in to greet the seniors before putting on a show until 2:00 p.m.

Once Elvis had left the building, members of the public were free to come in and tour the new senior center until 7:00 p.m. Visitors were treated to music, caricatures, and a magician.

Senior Center Director Sheri Rychener explained that the day filled everyone at the center with excitement.

“It has just been exciting for everyone to be able to have the open house. The big thing is, this shows our ability to host big, combined events, which have normally had to be held offsite, so to hold them inside this facility is a nice way to start everything off.”

The center was able to host 325 seniors for their lunch and Elvis’s performance. A good number of the public also came out to tour the new Senior Center.

Local Man Qualifies To Play In The World Series Of Poker Main Event

By: Renea Kessler THE VILLAGE REPORTER renea@thevillagereporter.com

In an impressive display of skill and determination, area resident Nick Kline has qualified for a spot in the prestigious World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event in Las Vegas, scheduled for this July.

The journey began at the Faded Four Poker and Social Lounge in downtown Wauseon, where local tournaments provided players with the opportunity to qualify for a chance to win a trip and buyin for the main event of the WSOP.

After competing in numerous smaller tournaments and ultimately triumphing in the final qualifying tournament, Kline emerged as the sole victor.

This year's WSOP will host a total of 99 tournaments, with the main event taking center stage as the pinnacle of the series.

Drawing participants from all corners of the globe, the WSOP in Las Vegas attracts players from diverse backgrounds to engage in a wide array of competitive tournaments.

Last year's main event saw a staggering 10,000 players and boasted a total prize pool exceeding $93 million.

Expressing great excitement and a sense of achievement, Kline emphasized the significance of this accomplishment, noting it as a major item on his bucket list.

Kline also expressed a strong desire for support from the community as he prepares for this momentous opportunity.

PHOTOS BY JACOB KESSLER / THE VILLAGE REPORTER

LUNCH … Over 300 seniors met for lunch at the Fulton County Senior Center for the open house event held on June 20th.

Downtown Archbold Packed For Route 66 Bash

By: Jacob Kessler THE VILLAGE REPORTER

jacob@thevillagereporter.com

ARCHBOLD - The Archbold Parks and Recreation Department put on their annual Route 66 Bash this past weekend. This year’s Bash was themed “Back to the 80’s” and was held on Friday, June 21st in downtown Archbold.

The event began at 5:00 p.m. and ran until 11:00 p.m. Several food truck options were available, along with beer and live entertainment provided by The Y’s Guys and My 80’s Vice.

Director of the Archbold Parks and Recreation Department, Jen Kidder, explained that the event has been happening every year since 2019, with the exception of a break due to COVID.

“This was started back in 2019. We had to take a break due to COVID, but we have continued ever since. It has been a great event for our community and people coming in from smaller communities.”

“We started out with country music, but we had more requests for rock. We went with that last year, and it was very successful.”

Kidder continued with, “So this year we went with that again but just more 80’s focused. We have a huge amount of community involvement, community groups, and downtown businesses. The community has been coming together to make this happen.”

“It’s nice that we can be able to gather in a place like this. People don’t typically get to hang out in the middle of a road they drive down every day, so it’s a different venue than people are used to when it comes to our parks.”

75th Birthday Of ODNR Celebrated At Harrison Lake

By: Jacob Kessler

THE VILLAGE REPORTER jacob@thevillagereporter.com

FAYETTE - The 75th Anniversary of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, and the Ohio State Parks System, was celebrated at Harrison Lake. The celebration took place on Saturday, June 15th. According to a press release from ODNR, the department will have events throughout the year to celebrate the occasion.

“The state of Ohio features a diverse landscape—with rolling hills, winding streams, and a Great Lake—and for 75 years the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) has been charged with the protection and conservation of that landscape”, the release began.

“This year, the department will celebrate this milestone with special programming, a look back at the agency's history, and special events.

“ODNR is dedicated to protecting all the natural wonders that make Ohio the heart of it all,” Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said.

“For generations, a staff of passionate people have worked at ODNR to accomplish this mission and keep Ohio beautiful for both residents and visitors.”

Throughout its history, ODNR has served to safeguard Ohio’s trees, native plants, geological features, mineral resources, wildlife, and waters.

The department has also worked to capture the joy of the great outdoors through many recreational endeavors such as blossoming our Ohio State Parks and nature preserves, growing state wildlife areas, and blazing new trails in Ohio’s forests.

This feat has been accomplished through the dedication of hardworking people in the department and its many divisions: Engineering, Forestry, Geological Survey, Mineral Resources

Management, Natural Areas and Preserves, Oil and Gas Resources, Parks and Watercraft, Water Resources, and Wildlife; along with ODNR’s offices of Coastal Management, Law Enforcement, and Real Estate and Land Management.

“Celebrating ODNR’s 75th anniversary means looking back at all the incredible achievements this department has made, but it’s also about looking toward the future,” ODNR Director Mary Mertz said.

“Just as we’ve done for 75 years, ODNR will continue to work on projects the state can be proud of.”

ODNR will host events throughout 2024 to commemorate its 75th anniversary across all the divisions. Commemorative stickers marking the milestone will be handed out at ODNR’s Winter Hike Series.

The department will also schedule tree plantings and a birthday bash for the occasion, as well as the release of a 75th anniversary book to walk people through the rich history of ODNR.

Parks Manager Donald Gurzynski explained that the park saw around 400 people throughout the day.

Events throughout the celebration included raffles and fundraisers, a local carver, Tony Burroughs, out of Morenci who put on live carvings, and cake and ice cream. The ice cream was extremely successful, with 18 gallons being served.

Gurzynski also explained that the day’s celebration represented a milestone for the park.

“It’s a milestone of families and communities getting together, coming together and staying together. It’s been 75 years.”

“We are looking forward to more and we are looking forward to improving year over year and giving people back what they asked for.”

METAMORA VILLAGE COUNCIL

Council Conducts Meeting Despite Power Outage

By: Jesse Davis THE VILLAGE REPORTER

jesse@thevillagereporter.com

Stormy weather and a power outage didn't stop the Metamora Village Council from holding their regularly scheduled meeting Monday evening.

Among other business, the council voted to approve an ordinance on final reading replacing chapter 1321 of the maintenance code of codified ordinances.

The council voted to abandon a sewer camera in Wisconsin. A diagnostic performed there showed the unit could not be sufficiently repaired.

The council voted to apply for a Marathon fleet fuel card account. The council voted to accept a roughly $4,000 quote from Pasternak Tree Services

for tree trimming and removal.

A man who used to mow for the village reported he was no longer able to continue as of last week due to health issues.

Council member Gary Loar reported he had reached out to one potential replacement, as did Pupos. Neither individual had yet confirmed their availability and interest.

The council voted to increase the budget for painting in the building by $5,600 on an emergency basis, meaning the single vote is final and effective immediately. The increase is to cover changes in cost to a project already underway.

Mossing reported that the Toledo Metropolitan Area Council of Governments (TMACOG) webinar she attended was largely unhelpful, as she learned Metamora does not fall

in the two geographic areas in Fulton County that qualify for a transportation grant, and that it is unlikely they will be allowed to piggyback on any approved grants.

Mossing reported that the chicken barbecue raised $4,105.46 "due to a lot of frugal shopping and about 16 trips to Toledo, which is not gonna happen next year."

Mossing asked for people to distribute flyers for a traveling veterans live performance show called "The Eyes of Freedom" that will be at the Fulton County Fair August 30 to September 5. The show is currently seeking sponsors.

The next regular meeting of the Metamora Village Council will be held at 8 p.m. at 114 N. Main Street on Monday, July 1.

PHOTO BY JESSE DAVIS / THE VILLAGE REPORTER NATURAL LIGHTING ... The Metamora Village Council conducted business by the evening light that came through the windows of the administrative building when a storm knocked out power before the council's regularly scheduled meeting Monday.

Column: Caught My Eye, Crossed My Mind

Juneteenth Newspaper Delay "Drama"

By: Forrest R. Church, Publisher OPINION COLUMN

THE VILLAGE REPORTER

It's been a while since I've had the opportunity to type my thoughts in column form. Last year, I was able to consistently publish columns, but the holiday season (with its large newspaper editions) and the back-to-back massive Williams County 200th Celebration Tribute and Pioneer 175th Celebration Tribute took precedence. These were monumental events that required some in our staff to put in several triple-digit work weeks. As much as I wanted to continue with my column, time was a luxury I couldn't afford. To be honest, I felt accomplished if I managed to get a good shave in during this time.

I'm grateful for the inquiries about the return of my column when I’ve been out and about in community events. It's heartening to know that some of you enjoy my musings, whether you agree with them or not. In recent months, I've had the pleasure of engaging with community members who wanted to discuss past columns or simply chat about the newspaper. With the summer approaching and the workload expected to reduce to 60-70 hours per week, I'm hopeful that I'll be able to bring back the column on a more consistent basis.

JUNETEENTH DRAMA

That’s a strong subtitle. I really do not intend it to be disrespectful in any fashion. But dang, in this election year, where I’ve warned before that everyone will be at each other’s throats, last week proved it.

Last weekend was a tough one. I won't delve into the details, but I found myself working from around midnight on Saturday (Sunday morning) until 3 p.m. on Monday to meet last week’s press deadline. And did I mention it was Father’s Day? I would have much rather spent the day with my family. I don't mind putting in long hours, when necessary, but it's incredibly frustrating when software or avoidable human errors push our deadline into a nightmare situation. I'm sure many of you can relate to the feeling of being stretched too thin.

It was a frustrating mess, and if I'm being honest, I was overly tired. But we made our press deadline and proceeded forward. Newspapers would print on Monday night/Tuesday morning with normal mail and distribution on Wednesday, as we have conducted every week as far back as memory serves.

We mail all out-of-our-territory (Williams–Fulton County) mailings late on Tuesday to addresses around the United States, and then on Wednesday, we hand deliver to every Post Office within our twocounty coverage area for fast delivery to our hometowns by local USPS workers.

On Monday afternoon, when I had the chance to stop feeling sorry for myself, and I knew we would make the deadline, I tried to catch up on my email inbox before a much-needed nap.

There it was ….

Since we have a periodical permit with the United States Post Office, their main office keeps us updated by email on important activities. From time to time, they also send us press releases to share with our communities, which we, of course, are always happy to do. Sitting in my inbox, an email notifying us all Post Offices would be closed on Wednesday in observance of the new Juneteenth holiday, with less than 48 hours of notice. Note the above 39-hour effort was conducted in order to avoid a possible newspaper delay, then my hands were tied.

Now I take personal responsibility. We should have known; after all, the Post Office and banks are always closed for all Federal holidays (schools, maybe). Good grief, how can someone in the media be blindsided like this, right? Well, being laser-focused on knocking out last week’s deadline, it happened. Judge me if you must, as you can see later in this column that's a favorite activity by some in our communities.

Note – please stop mistreating your local Post Office workers for decisions made by national postal leadership. In March, I was in Washington, D.C., talking about postal reform; I cannot tell you the horrible, near-abusive stories I heard inflicted upon local postal workers who have little decision-making options and are trying to do their job (most working extremely hard – important members of our community).

So, after some thought, I will not repeat concerning the effort I made above including missing Father’s Day, I drank some coffee, put on my big boy's pants, and pushed out articles to our website and social media pages notifying our readers that our newspapers are complete, but to expect a 24-hour delay due to the Post Office closure (along with another posting reminding readers their mail would not arrive on Wednesday).

Now insert the word “drama” listed above. Ask my wife. We all have trigger words (mine is “drama” and “biased”). Our website and social media post stated that newspaper delivery would be delayed due to the Juneteenth holiday. Clearly, readers were/are ready to fight in this election cycle, and it blew up via commenting on these posts.

Some commented, thanking us for recognizing the holiday, as if we shut down like Federal offices. Clearly, they only read the title, not the article, as this was not stated anywhere (closure). Media coverage never stops; in fact, we are often busier during holidays than on normal days as we have more events than normal to pursue with news coverage. Others threw snotty comments out about our operation, also clearly not reading the article (just the title), were ready to give their opinions, most of which had nothing to do with the online articles.

It reminded me recently when my 9-year-old was

given five minutes of time by a high-ranking elected official recently, which was a really special moment for him (an official I did not vote for personally but give my full respect toward for the one-on-one interaction given with our son). Social media followers took that opportunity to start a political debate on my son’s post (photo) that I hope someday he can look back upon as a special social media moment - ruined because everyone has to insert their political perspectives.

This is a reminder and proof that this nation is ready to blow up entering election season. Be prepared for candidates on both sides of the aisle to tap into this and utilize the emotion for polling and fundraising benefits. (Don't get me started on what I predict will happen at the forthcoming Presidential Debate).

Last week's Post Office closure articles were simple news postings with a few sentences notifying readers that our newspapers would be delayed 24 hours. Remind yourself of this if you choose to read the following comments.

*Obscene comments and last names removed. Comments are live on our social media and website pages. No editing conducted. I choose not to publish "over the top" comments such as several that attacked other readers' faith (same policy as our Letters To The Editor). These are around half the comments received.

ONLINE READERS:

Scott - Call it what you want but it's not a holiday. If it was it would have started 150+ years ago.

Behshad - Scott so that means Veterans Day isn’t a real holiday either?

Nicole - Scott that would mean thanksgiving wouldn’t be a holiday it’s only 83 years old.

Uriah - So let me get this straight. The newspaper is delivered by the post office, which is closed due to a nationally observed holiday and people are pissed about it being delayed.... Smooth brain activities. And for the people saying it's a made up holiday, yeah it is, just like every holiday. Every holiday was established and made up at a certain point in time. Just bc the country took so long to observe it, doesn't make it any more or less important then the next.

Randy - Woke holiday - junetenth!!!!!!!

Nicole - Thank you for observing this special meaningful day!

Daniel - Thank you for observing this holiday. We should all be able to celebrate a day when our country became more free.

Lena - Man, take the newspaper away from old people and they lose their minds.

Dylan - I never realized how many crazy commie cat lady's are around here.

Wes - People still get the newspaper? Hahaha

Jen - Screw your newspaper I want my paycheck I get it a day early when every other holiday comes around so why is it late for this one. How do you hold my money hostage when it is electronically automated. I think you should blame the people paying you .... Both my husband and I got our direct deposits from work today

Alissa – Jen: held hostage.....dramatic much?

Gina - I don't care; i have the day off with pay. Works for me

Barb - Welcome to the current corrupt domestic terrorist administration and government regimes reality. Where holidays are made up,history is erased and men can have babies..Can't make this sh** up and can't make it make sense.

Renee - Barb I disagree with this one. They should be able to celebrate the freedom of the slaves. Just like we celebrate the 4th of July. I'm against men having babies but. This holiday is different. It's just my opinion

Barb - Renee What's the month of February considered?? The whole month

Tari - Renee I agree with your sentiment—but I think we should all celebrate the end of legal enslavement. Why wouldn’t we? Everyone celebrates the Fourth of July—everyone should celebrate Juneteenth.

Renee - Tari I never heard it was. I mean the government stuff isn't shut down the whole month. We do close for Christmas, Easter and etc. so what is it going to hurt to shut down for a day for this? I mean we shut down for our holidays. It's a inconvenience for them. So what is a day going to hurt.

Renee - Tari I agree but not everyone does. Just like some don't celebrate Christmas but we shut down for it

Tari – Renee I agree—take the holiday. But I’m saying it doesn’t need to be “we” and “them.” We’re all Americans—it’s an American holiday marking an American event. It should have been a federal holiday for much longer!

Alaina - Ohio bigots find growth difficult.

Barb - Let's not forget what month it is. Soon the freak show on the White House lawn while the drag queen pedopushers read to the children. Another regime reality

Jen - Barb never met a drag queen who was a pedophile but I have met priests who are. but you know what ever

Barb - Jen i definitely have a problem with drag queens reading to children (IN SCHOOLS) and that scenario has been pushed under this administration

Janet - Barb OMG someone is reading to children in schools!!!!!! Hey at least they aren't stealing from the kid's cancer charity.

Kaylah - Barb but you'll turn a blind eye to the local Catholic priest violating the alter boys I'm sure

Mose - Fentanyl Floyd day and the country comes to a stand still. over a drug addict

Stacey – Mose: So go to Google and search “What is Juneteenth?” The Wikipedia will clear this up for you.

Mose – Stacey: I don't need the crap cleared up just a bunch of people thinking they are entitled to something that they themselves don't deserve.

Turkey does not garner much attention outside of Thanksgiving or other holidays when a roasted turkey is the centerpiece of a large family meal. However, turkey is a lean, tasty and versatile protein source that can be utilized in many meals. Individuals interested in reducing the fat and calorie content of some of their favorite dishes can opt for turkey over red meat.

This is the case for "Turkey Burgers," from "The New Trailside Cookbook" (Firefly) by Kevin Callan and Margaret Howard. Turkey substitutes for ground beef in juicy burgers that can be cooked on the trail or in the backyard.

TURKEY BURGERS

Makes 4 patties

1 pound lean ground turkey (or chicken)

1/3 cup panko crumbs or dried bread crumbs

1 egg, beaten

1/4 cup sour cream or plain yogurt

2 green onions, chopped

1 teaspoon each dried thyme and oregano

1/2 teaspoon each salt and freshly ground pepper

4 whole wheat buns, halved

1.In a bowl, combine chicken, crumbs, egg, sour cream, onions, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Gently form into four evenly shaped patties. Wrap each patty in plastic wrap or foil to keep separated. Refrigerate or freeze until ready to use.

2.When ready to enjoy, cook burgers 6 minutes per side and serve on toasted whole wheat buns. Garnish with favorite toppings.. - The Village

Stacey – Mose: yes. Slaves being freed are SO entitled! Whew!

Continued: Caught My Eye, Crossed My Mind Happy

Mose - Stacey not a dag one of them were slave geee get over it

Stacey - Mose not a dag one of us signed the Declaration of Independence and we still celebrate it?

Black people weren’t given their freedom then. So why shouldn’t they get to celebrate the day that the last slaves were freed? We celebrate the achievements of our ancestors. Why can’t they?

Mose - Stacey how about the Indian or the Irish or the Dutch we're are there day

Stacey - Mose well, native Americans is in September, I don’t think Indian Americans have a day, the Irish have had a whole month since 1991, and no clue on the Dutch but I bet they’ve got something. But the Irish and Dutch weren’t slaves here. So we don’t have to celebrate their independence. Dude, just say “I’m racist and don’t want black folks to enjoy a single day of their life” already and be done.

Tony – Mose: Justice Floyd had nothing to do with something that happened over 150 years ago, if your gona be ignorant, at least get your facts somewhat accurate.

Mose - Tony you are the ignorant one. We're is the Native American day or the Irish American day or the Chinese American day were everything is shut down they were just as many of them put into bondag so with that being said (get over yourselve ) Megan - I mean, it’s a federal holiday, so yeah.

Tyson - Government workers being paid to do nothing. What’s new Joel - Could’ve at least named it something that was a real word. Total BS

Jessie - Posts like this always show who the small minded racists are in this area. Sounds like you’re all just mad that you don’t get the day off. It’s a federal holiday whether you like it or not. So quit whining

Tina - Jessie we're not racist we're just tired of the BS! All these made up BS holidays!! Seriously y'all need to remind it of the BS that you guys went through a long time ago!! Oh wait you didn't go through it you are a great great grandparents did if they did!! But we're so racist! Get over yourselves you guys have most likely been born in our country which makes you American citizens not African American citizens!! When you realize you're an American maybe you'll understand why we are getting upset with you guys!!

Terry - Tina never mind her. She is a white apologist and and no matter how much you try to convince people like this about how wrong they are you may as well just be talking to a wall and you’d probably get a better conversation, only because it is so far over their head (the ability to reason and use common sense)

Jessie - Tina last time I checked, I’m white. But go off hun. It wouldn’t be “another BS holiday” if we were celebrating more white people. Yes, Juneteenth has to do with celebrating the freeing of slaves in Texas in 1865. However, it was made a federal holiday to bring awareness to the current mistreatment of people of color.

Tina - Jessie sorry for assuming you're color.. I do apologize for that. But like I said I think it's a bunch of BS things made up just to promote things that were wrong in the past! People need to learn to forgive and move on! No matter what color you are.. I don't believe in there's more than one race because there's only one race which is the human race.. we come in multiple colors and nationalities. Was it wrong to have slaves in mistreat them yes.. is it wrong for them to treat us like total garbage nowadays no.. at least that's what they would say! I've seen so many videos where black people think they cannot be racist against white people and it's not right! Just like it wasn't right to have slaves back then! And what they're missing is there was plenty of white people that were slaves too! But we're not glorifying that! That's my point! We we don't need a holiday for being a slave back in the day! So why do they need one?

Jessie - Tina so why do we need “President’s Day” which is just to celebrate George Washington’s Birthday? But I don’t see anybody complain about that BS holiday. The man died how long ago?

Tina - Jessie because he was our founding father who helped create our country! Where is our white slave's Day? Seriously double standard!!

Jessie - Tina that question is so stupid. It’s like asking where the non handicapped parking spots are in a parking lot.

Jessie - Tina google “white slavery” most of it is actually a myth and a lot of them were indentured servants who, yes, were still treated very poorly. However, they made money off their works (regardless of it being Pennie’s on the dollar) and were still seen with more value than African Americans

Tina - Jessie and if you remember right women were treated as badly as slaves for a long time so where's the women's day? It still doesn't make this right! You need to focus on the good our country is doing considering how far we have come! If we keep focusing on the evils are country / people are doing we are never going to get any better! We were just continue to stay stuck! And we haven't had this stuff going on in our country for how long? 18 something you said... That's quite a while ago I think it's time to move on! And I don't think that was a myth! What about all the countries other than the United States? You're just looking at ours correct? I could be wrong but you tell me... And what about women and children that were sold into slavery for sex? That stuff still is happening today! Where's their holiday? Wait there isn't one! We should not be celebrating evil deeds! I believe this for the LGB crap as well! It's nasty to celebrate your

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sexuality! And then to bring children into it that's disgusting and perverted! No not a bigot just believe that we shouldn't celebrate it they can do what they want as long as they are adults! But I will tell them the truth when I talk to them! I told my cousin that quite a few times! He still believes that he is gay and he is with a dude! He knows I love him but he knows that I will tell him the truth! But I won't treat him like total trash either! We need to stop celebrating evil!

Jessie - Tina look my mom taught me that you can’t argue with stupid and that’s exactly what this is. Google is free. Use it instead of listening to “Christian conservative” nut jobs about everything

Jessie - Tina oh look International Women’s Day

Jessie - Tina oh and national human trafficking awareness day

Tina - Jessie thank you I didn't know about that one.

Bill - Jessie, I knew a guy who worked for USPS, he was always mad he had to work Good Friday

Jessie - Bill Good Friday is a religious holiday not a federal holiday. That’s why. Government offices and the post office are open that day

Bill - Jessie Agreed but he was all salty about it, despite getting 27 other paid holidays lol

Tina - So stupid! Where's our white people's day? Or straight day? Oh there is none so why is there all these? It's stupid!!

Tina - Terri just like all the people that are celebrating this bullcrap! People need to move on! This stuff is not going on anymore! That is my point!

Uriah - Tina God forbid we celebrate the freeing of an ENTIRE race of people. The nerve. We probably shouldn't celebrate independence day either according to your logic, bc, you know, it's not going on anymore

Tina - Uriah and we didn't celebrate when the white people were freed either so!! Hey and guess what it's not a race!!! It's a color!! Stop believing it's a race there's only one!! Human. End of story!! Apparently you don't listen to a lot of black people that don't want nothing to do with this crap!! Like Jesse Lee Peterson!!

Uriah - Tina the white people were freed from what??? And I'm glad you and ol Jesse can speak for all of the African American community. I'll jot that down in my book for a future reference. And obviously you're too dumb to use the Google machine, so here, a definition of race. 'What does race mean? A concept used to describe a group of people who share physical characteristics, such as skin color and facial features They may also share similar social or cultural identities and ancestral backgrounds. There are many racial groups, and a person may belong to or identify with more than one group.'

Uriah - Tina bc white straight people never had to fight to get rights like the slaves or the gay community had to. Seems simple enough, right?

Tony - Tina there is a white people day. It's called Columbus day.

Uriah - Whole lot of racists in the comments. Have fun with your smooth brain activities

Blake - Uriah I don’t feel that because people think this is stupid it means they are racist.

Uriah - Blake which part is stupid? A federal holiday means that federal building are closed? Or was it the part that they made a holiday to celebrate the freeing of the slaves? Bc in this context if you think the holiday is stupid, I would say that classifies you as a racist. But that's a personal opinion.

Blake - Uriah just that they made another holiday. Holiday just means spend money. We have enough already. Heck it won’t be a couple months and they will have the Christmas stuff out.

Uriah - Blake the holiday is remembrance of an entire race of people being freed from slavery. That's like saying veterans day or memorial day is another made up holiday. What's the problem with having holidays? The average US worker works 40-80 hours a week (which is higher then most countries) and you're mad people get an extra day to relax? And spending money? Seems like this isn't one of those financial type of holidays, and given that it's a federal holiday, most of not all workplaces should pay you for the day.

Terry - Uriah there’s no such thing as racism. There are good and bad people

Uriah - Terry you can believe what you want my dude, but racism is definitely a real thing. If you want I can point you towards several articles, or even the dictionary definition if you are confused as to what racism is. If racism didn't exist ,the Holocaust wouldn't have happened

Terry - Uriah? I said there are good and bad people and no such thing as racism.

Blake - See how it works in politics! Vote your own raise vote for how many vacation days no Obama care for them! Now I see they can even make up holidays to get paid to stay home. It’s time for a revolt in America! I never thought we would be celebrating Turd Burglars but I guess we are.

Well, there you go. This is the type of (inserting my trigger word) “drama” we deal with daily at the newspaper. I do believe there were some great points shared on both sides of the debate above once 80% of the bickering was shifted through (wonder what the next Presidential Debate will be like).

I repeat something I’ve said in my inner circle: I often wish I could leave social media. I love connecting and seeing photos, but the fighting and bickering is disappointing. But I also feel it is important to hear others' opinions, so there’s that aspect. When readers were not taking jab at each other, I rather enjoyed some of the perspectives shared.

Wonder what next week will bring or the next few months as we inch closer to November? Buckle up and if you are a person of faith, pray for our nation.

That is it for this week. I’d love to hear from you. As always, feel free to reach out to me at publisher@ thevillagereporter.com or via mail at 115 Broad Street, Montpelier, Ohio 43543.

4th Of July!

By: David P. Carroll Montpelier, Ohio

It's Independence Day And We'll All Sing And Dance Today And We'll Remember Our Loved Ones Who Fought For Our Freedom And It Came WithA Heavy Price War Is Not Pretty Nor Is It Nice So, Let's Take A Minute To Remember Our Brave Men And Women Who Sadly Passed Away Fighting For Our Freedom And The Fireworks Has Just Begun And The Kids Are Having So Much Fun Waving American Flags And While The Adults Have A Few Beers And Hug And Kiss Each Other And Everyone Is Full Of Love

So, Raise Your Glass Or Your Can Of Beer And Toast For The 4th Of July And It's A Beautiful And Perfect Day To Celebrate Our Independence Day

Fourth Of July Fourth Of July And This Special Day Is Forever Inside Our Hearts Our Freedom And Liberty We Won So Let's Get This Party Started And We'll Have So Much Fun And We'll Never Forget Our True Heroes Who Died For This Day

So Scream Out Loud Happy 4th Of July And God Bless You All And Peace And Love To Every American On Our Independence Day.

Ron & Karen Wyse Celebrate 60th Wedding Anniversary Pioneer Lions Club Awards Two

CELEBRATION … A 60th Wedding Anniversary was celebrated by two Stryker High School Class of 1962 Graduates. Ron and Karen (Rittenhouse) Wyse of Bryan, OH were united in marriage June 20, 1964 at The Poplar Ridge Church of the Brethren, Defiance. They are the parents of Robert Wyse, Annette (Joe) Fenton, Laurie Cooley, and Krista (Rick) Whetro. They have 13 grandchildren and 8 greatgrandchildren.

Ingrid Hoffman & Ella Richer Attend Genius Olympiad

PHOTO PROVIDED / THE VILLAGE REPORTER

SCIENCE PROJECTS … Ingrid Hoffman (Hilltop, pictured on the right) and Ella Richer (Pettisville) attended the Genius Olympiad June 10-15 held at the Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester New York with their science fair projects. All 50 states were represented along with 58 countries from all over the world. Approximately 821 projects were judged including over 960 students attending. To receive any award at this level is quite an honor. Ingrid and Ella both received Honorable Mention for their projects. Their names along with their country were displayed on the big screen during the awards ceremony and they were on stage to receive their award. They were selected to attend this prestigious event after judging at the Regional Science Fair held at Northwest State Community College. Congratulations to these two girls.

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SCHOLARSHIP WINNER … On Sunday, June 16th, proud grandma & Pioneer Lion Amie Dick presented her granddaughter, Addison Dick, with a $500 Pioneer Lions scholarship.

SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED … On Sunday, May 26th, proud grandpa & Pioneer Lion Jim Delcamp presented his granddaughter, Carly Goodman, a $500 Pioneer Lions scholarship.

Bryan Chamber Of Commerce Hosts Day In The Park

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cluded the option of premier seating.

The free community concert started their performance at 8pm and was performed by the band

NYC3 and was sponsored exclusively by Spangler Candy Company.

NYC3 is a 3 male vocalist band based in New York which sings a variety of songs from today’s variety to remixes from the past decade all the way back to 90’s hit songs.

After the concert concluded the area was cleared out for the fireworks show which the Bryan Area Chamber sponsored.

The fireworks display began at

10pm and was a spectacular performance that lasted 20 minutes and concluded with a back-to-back grand finale leaving the audience and those surrounding the event in awe. Bryan’s Day in the Park for 2024 is one that went down in the books as another fun and unique event which the city hosted and will continue to in future years!

Dotting My Teas

By: Marlene Oxender

NOMADS

OPINION COLUMN

The only thing I remember from my third-grade social studies class is the word “nomad.” I was simply not a fan of the subject of social studies. Those nomad people. Who were they? And why didn’t they find a home? They lived somewhere on another continent. I wondered why they didn’t build a house and live like normal people.

Daydreaming was a way I coped with all-things-boring back in my school days. Most of us will admit that daydreaming has gotten us through a few tough times in our life. There are times when we need hope. Hope that tomorrow will be more fun.

There were times I was called upon to read the next paragraph about the poor nomad people. The teacher apparently knew I had no clue where I was to start reading.

Reading aloud was something I loved to do, but interrupting a good daydream is something a teacher ought not to do.

Phonics, on the other hand, was the most incredible, wonderful topic there ever could be. I remember we carried our chairs to our reading circles and studied away. Good times.

In the stack of homework my mother had saved for us is a biology test dating back to 1981. My sister Jeanette would be graduating in a couple of years, and her homework shows us some of the information she and her classmates were asked to study.

I knew Jeanette would not remember the work she had completed so long ago, so I texted a picture of her homework to her.

I pointed out the question she had skipped: Describe the economic importance of frogs. There it was – a question she needed to answer. Why did she leave it blank?

She’s had four decades to ponder that question. Certainly, she is old enough and wise enough now. She would know the answer. But she didn’t.

Even the men in my life who know all about fishing and hunting look at me blankly when I ask them to discuss the economic importance of frogs.

We can ponder questions such as these and come up with a rather lame answer, or we can go straight to the internet and type our question in.

After reading about all-things-frog, I decided that frogs may be a little more fascinating than we could imagine. The only thing I’d known about frogs was that I didn’t care to hold one. I have plenty of children in my life who will take care of handling frogs for me.

Another question on the biology test: Describe the body changes that occur in the metamorphosis of a frog.

Jeanette answered with: It goes from a tadpole to a frog in about 5 or 6 different stages. Jeanette has no artistic abilities, but somehow, she managed to draw a fish and label the parts. I’m sure she and her classmates found their knowledge of the anatomy of a fish came in handy over the years.

When trivia games were played, they knew that “gill filaments” and “pyloric caeca” were the answers their team would need.

I haven’t told her that I found her drawing of a properly labeled earthworm. Jeanette’s saved homework could now be referred to as “vintage,” and an antique dealer would quickly recognize the value.

Perhaps I should frame the drawings of the fish and the worm, and someone who owns a lake cottage will find a place on the wall and appreciate her work.

There are plenty of men who’ll tell you that being at the lake is as close to heaven as you can get. They are confident that there will be fishing in their next life. And frogs – there will certainly be plenty of frogs for the children to hold.

I wonder if there is phonics in heaven? And writing –I hope it’s the beautiful cursive style. Surely the social studies classes will come to an end. We will just talk to the nomad people and get their side of the story. We will tell them we’re glad they found their home.

I imagine all of us have had times we’ve searched for meaning as we walk through life. We ask ourselves what we’re supposed to be doing. What our purpose is.

And while we’re pondering, we put another load of clothes in the washing machine. Or find some work to do around the house.

When we are children, there’s no need to think about our purpose in life. It’s simply a time when we’re curious and naturally want to explore the world.

A world full of crickets, toads, and worms. Full of daydreamers and fishermen. Full of tadpoles that morph into frogs.

All creatures, great and small, have ways of navigating on this earth: some swim, some jump, some slither, and some walk. Some know their purpose and where they are going. Some don’t.

With our imagination as the leader, we can walk through life knowing we have what it takes – knowing we’re made of starlight and wisdom of old.

We’ll place one foot in front of the other and move forward. And although “metamorphosis” is not a term used to describe how humans grow and change, everyone morphs into the person they are meant to be.

The daydreamer within us knows we’ve already arrived. We’re here to explore – even if we go no further than the local fishpond where the tadpoles are hanging out. There is no time like the present. For “time” is not yesterday. “Time” is not tomorrow. “Time” is now. So here we are – if earth really is a big playground – it’s game on.

Marlene Oxender is a writer, speaker, and author. She writes about growing up in the small town of Edgerton, her ten siblings, the memorabilia in her parents' estate, and her younger brother, Stevie Kimpel, who was born with Down syndrome. Her two recently published books, Picket Fences and Stevie, are available on Amazon.

Vanderveer-Lichtenwald Exchange Wedding Vows

On May 25, 2024 at Buckland near Delta, Ohio, Cassidy Lauren Vanderveer, daughter of Shawn and Katrina Vanderveer, and Aryn Ronald Lee Lichtenwald, son of Andy and Autumn Lichtenwald and Valerie Grime were united in marriage. The ceremony was performed by Pamela Schultz, their former Ag teacher/FFA Advisor at Fayette High School and now family.

The bride studies at Ohio Northern University where she is in her final year (before rotations) of studying to be a pharmacist and is currently

a Pharmacy Intern at the Wal-Mart in Napoleon. The groom is co-owner of Outlaw Construction, based in Sand Creek, Michigan.

The couple’s honeymoon is planned for August when they will be camping and hiking in the Utah National Parks.

They will be residing in Wauseon with their fur children: dog Tilly (pictured with couple) and cat Snickers, who thinks he’s a dog, but doesn’t like car rides so he was not present at the ceremony. The families of the bride and groom would like to thank everyone for the love and support.

Founder Of Barbershop Ministry

Shares His Story With Bryan Kiwanis

PHOTO PROVIDED / THE VILLAGE REPORTER BARBERSHOP MINISTRY … The guest speaker at the Kiwanis meeting of June 19, 2024 was Kenny Williams the founder of the Barbershop Ministry. He shared with the group his life story and how he came to his calling to serve God through this ministry. He noted that the barber chair is his platform to spread the word about God. Pictured left to right Kenny Williams and Kiwanian Chasity Yoder, program host.

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All You Need For A Memorable Night Out

Anight out can be a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of daily life. In fact, taking a break and heading out with friends can give people a sense of belonging and boost those feel-good neurotransmitters that keep us feeling happy. According to a 2019 study found in PLOS One, an open access mega journal published by the Public Library of Science, social networks can influence healthrelated behaviors and have a positive impact on stress, attitude and selfassessed health perceptions. Human connection is at the core of what most people need to live

healthy, satisfying lives. Therefore, regular nights out can provide a chance to laugh, let off steam and connect with others. Here are some ways to have memorable nights out with others.

Send invitations It pays to give people ample notice of an upcoming evening out so they can plan their schedules accordingly. Waiting until the last minute to see if people want to hang can diminish turnout. Send a text around a week or two in advance to lock down the date and time. Better yet, make it a regular event, such as the last Thursday of each month.

Don’t hype things up Labeling a night as the best night ever or a party to remember can quickly tamp down the fun in a flash. It’s best to let the fun develop organically rather than putting a bunch of labels or expectations on the event.

Have an activity in mind

Certainly, there are some friend groups that simply go on impromptu bar crawls and make magic along the way. But developing a general framework of what s to transpire can help. Identify an activity and go with it, such as a themed club night to dress up and listen to some different music. There are many options for theme nights, including 70s, 80s or 90s, as well as musical theater or movies, or specific genres of music.

Add a touch of adventure Experiences with perceived risk or adversity can elevate the sense of enjoyment and camaraderie. While no one is condoning doing something illegal or danger-

ous, incorporating a bit of adventure into the night can bring about growth and make the experience worth talking about in the future. This may be a reason why escape rooms have grown in popularity. One idea is to explore a new city or town and let other tourists suggest places to visit. Don t stay in one place too long so the adventure keeps evolving.

Leave the driving to someone else

Adults may want to imbibe during a night out, and the safest way to avoid driving under the influence is to let a rideshare service or taxi transport participants where they need to go. Plus, cramming into a car together and heading to another destination can be part of the fun itself. According to Thought Catalog, a community storytelling outlet, driving can create stress and put a cap on the amount of fun you can have. These are just a few components that can add up to a memorable night out with friends.

Future Wedding? Simple Tips To Plan A Cocktail Hour

With so much on their dockets in relation to wedding planning, engaged couples can be forgiven if certain components garner less attention than others. The ceremony and reception are bound to stay on couples’ radar, but what about the time in between saying I do and cutting a rug on the reception room dance floor?

•Cocktail hours are a great way to keep guests

entertained between the ceremony and the reception. Many couples use this period to take their bridal party wedding photos, so offering guests a little food and some drinks during a cocktail hour can benefit everyone. Planning a cocktail hour is not a significant undertaking, but couples can keep a few pointers in mind as they plan this interim period between the ceremony and reception.

Opt for an outdoor cocktail hour when possible. Couples tying the

knot in spring, summer or fall at a venue with ample outdoor entertaining space can choose to host the cocktail hour outside. This reduces the likelihood that guests will feel cramped and it also sets a positive tone for the remainder of the evening. A balcony, patio or rooftop entertaining area can be great spaces for guests to mingle prior to the reception.

•Offer seating. Cocktail hours tend to be stand-up affairs where guests mingle with longlost friends or relatives while enjoying some light-horse oeuvres. However, older guests or guests with small children will appreciate some seating. Couples need not ensure there’s a seat for each guest, but some strategically located high-tops and more traditional tables for guests with mobility issues can ensure

anyone who needs to sit down can do so.

•Give guests something to do. If the cocktail hour will be a full hour or more, couples can consider ways to help guests pass the time. Some may be content to relax and chat with friends and family over a drink, but others may grow a little bored as the hour drags on. A photobooth or selfie station so couples can have a ready-made wedding album before the reception begins can be fun for guests. For less formal affairs, consider providing some popular outdoor games, like cornhole and bocce. Set a tone with music. Music can help set the tone for a cocktail hour, which is not meant to get the ball rolling on the dancing-heavy revelry to come during the reception. Some simple instrumental music, whether it’s provided by a live string quartet or pre-recorded, can establish the cocktail hour as a peaceful period to relax, chat, eat a little, and enjoy a drink before the reception begins. Reserve the dance music for when the reception hits full swing. It’s easy to overlook the cocktail hour when planning a wedding. However, some simple tips can ensure guests enjoy the time between the ceremony and reception.

BRYAN CITY COUNCIL

East Village Street Improvements To Begin In August

By: Jenna Frisby THE VILLAGE REPORTER jenna@thevillagereporter.com

Bryan City Council held their bi-monthly meeting on Monday, June 17th at 5:30 p.m. In attendance were council members: Mary Leatherman, Richard Hupe, John Betts, Stephen Alspaugh, and Jim Kozumplik, as well as Mayor Carrie Schlade, City Clerk/ Treasurer John Lehner, Chief of Police Greg Ruskey, City Engineer Brian Wieland, Zoning Administrator Andrew Waterston, and a few other members of the community.

Leatherman called the meeting to order and then led the room into the saying of the pledge of allegiance. The first item taken care of was the approval of the minutes from the council’s May 21, 2024 meeting.

Motion for approval was made by Kozumplik and seconded by Alspaugh with the rest of the council in favor.

Lehner then gave the treasurer’s report of the past month’s finances of which the council received prior to the meeting and had the chance to review. Council approved those numbers all in agreement. Hupe made the motion and Kozumplik seconded.

Lehner then read off the first ordinance for the board to vote on. That being Ordinance No. 20, 2024. An ordinance providing for the transfer of funds for the City of Bryan, for the month ending June 30, 2024.

Motion to suspend was made by Kozumplik and seconded by Betts. Board then moved to a motion to pass the ordinance with Alspaugh initiating the motion, Hupe seconding and the rest of the council agreeing.

Next was the discussion of Ordinance No, 21, 2024 which is an ordinance providing for annual appropriations for the city of Bryan, for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, and declaring an emergency.

Betts motioned for a suspension with Alspaugh seconding, followed by a. Motion made by Kozumplik for approval and seconded by Hupe.

City Engineer, Brian Wieland, then came up to the podium and spoke for a minute

on the work that would be done in the East Village Addition should the council members decide to approve Ordinance No. 22-2024.

This would be an ordinance authorizing for the mayor to enter into a contract with Gerken Paving, Inc. for the project known as “2024 Street Improvement of East Village Addition”.

Wieland did explain that how they would work as they were fixing the roads through the addition would be only in 200-foot sections at a time. Their intentions are to move quickly when in front of driveways, trying to ensure they do not block resident’s driveways for prolonged periods of time.

However, they will have to block residents’ driveways for a short time while they work on the road in front of their driveway.

Wieland also mentioned that at the end of each of their workdays, they will ensure no driveways are blocked so that residents can access them at night.

The anticipated time to complete the entire project is one month from the start date.

Wieland also stated that upon council approval they would be able to begin the project in August after contracts are written up and signed.

With no more information to be given on the ordinance, Alspaugh made a motion to suspend, Hupe seconded followed by Betts motioning for approval and Kozumplik seconding.

Council then discussed resolutions, the first being Resolution No. 26-2024. A resolution approving the Community Reinvestment Area tax exemption application as submitted by Verhoff Properties LLC.

Zoning Administrator Andrew Waterston came to the podium and spoke on the importance of this application as if it is approved it would give a 10-year tax abatement.

Hupe made a motion for suspension with Betts seconding. Then Kozumplik motioned for approval with Alspaugh seconding.

The next resolution was Resolution No. 27-2024 which is a resolution to accept 25 electronic hearing devices from

PROJECT TO BEGIN … Road work will begin in the East Village Addition

Council passed the ordinance for the road work at their meeting on Monday evening. The work will be contracted through Gerken Paving, Inc. According to City Engineer Brian Wieland the work will only take an estimated month once they physically start the project.

the Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services through the Hearing Protection Pilot to the city of Bryan.

Chief of Police, Greg Ruskey, came to the podium to explain that this resolution would allow the department to accept the hearing protection devices and that officers would be able to begin utilizing once received. Hupe motioned for suspension with Alspaugh seconding. Then Kozumplik motioned for approval with Betts seconding.

The last resolution reviewed was presented by Mayor Schlade and was Resolution No. 28, 2024 and is a resolution authorizing the mayor to enter into an Economic Revolving Loan Fund Agreement with the Ohio Department of Development pursuant to the Community Development Block Grant Program.

Mayor Schlade iterated that this was the annual application that they are required to complete in order to apply for

the fund agreement.

With that Kozumplik motioned for suspension with Betts seconding. Then Hupe made a motion for the approval followed by Alspaugh seconding,

The council was then brought permits and appointments for Planning & Zoning, the Housing Authority, and for Records Commission, all of which were all approved with no disagreement.

Before concluding the meeting Leatherman asked if anyone else had anything, Mayor Schlade said she would like to give thanks for how well the parade for the Jubilee went.

The parade was almost an hour long and because of the city’s continual work to keep everyone safe, there were no accidents. Everyone was kept safe and had a great time.

Mayor Schlade also wanted to commend all those who have been a part of the communications between the city and Amtrak.

WILLIAMS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Because of the continual work on getting an upgraded building, the city was able to break ground with Amtrak representatives as well as several state representatives on Friday for the new Amtrak upgrades that Amtrak is fully investing in. Those upgrades and remodels are at an estimated 5 million dollars.

Mayor Schlade then brought to the council’s attention the date of their next scheduled meeting being July 1st, 2024. With that being the week of Independence Day and having several members being on vacation the council voted to cancel that meeting. The council’s next regular meeting will be on Monday, July 15th at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers located inside the Don North Building.

Council then voted to go into executive session at 5:47 p.m. to discuss the acquisition of property with no action expected to occur.

‘Coffee With Commissioners’ Meeting Held At Pioneer Senior Center

COMMISSIONERS ON THE ROAD … The Williams County Commissioners traveled to the Pioneer Senior Center on Tuesday morning where they held their regular meeting as well as held an open forum for any questions. Attendance for the meeting had a total of 36 individuals present.

By: Jenna Frisby

THE VILLAGE REPORTER jenna@thevillagereporter.com

The Williams County Commissioners traveled to Pioneer and held their normal bi-weekly meeting on Tuesday, June 18th at the Pioneer

Senior Center. In attendance were commissioners: Bart Westfall, Terry Rummel, and Lew Hilkert as well as office clerks Anne Retcher and Robin Kemp, and their summer intern Elizabeth Fritsch. Attendance from

the community joining the meeting and open forum totaled 28 individual guests.

Commissioner Westfall called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. He then introduced himself and the rest of those involved in his office includ-

ing the other commissioners, both clerks, and their summer intern. He then asked Retcher if she had any business to discuss. They han-

PHOTO BY JENNA FRISBY / THE VILLAGE REPORTER

in August. Bryan City

PHOTO BY JENNA FRISBY / THE VILLAGE REPORTER

Looking Back At What We Read Years Ago

WEST UNITY AREA NEWS

The West Unity Eagle was established in March 1878. By 1887, its name was changed to The Chief. In 1890, its name was changed to The West Unity Reporter. In 1976 The West Unity Reporter merged with The Stryker Advance to become The Advance Reporter. In 2010 The Advance Reporter merged with The Edon Commercial to become The Village Reporter

130 YEARS AGO

June 1894

Sunday, June 17, was the date for the dedication of the new Methodist Episcopal Church which has been in process of erection for the past year. Dr. Lewis Curtis of Chicago preached the dedicatory sermon.

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Geesey, Friday, June 22, a daughter.

Married by Rev. J. P. Stockton June 26th, Levi Hendricks and Miss Mary Nisley, both of Kunkle.

Miss Tella Mann, only child of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Mann, died Tuesday, morning in her. 18th year.

The Railway Union Strike has reached such a condition in Chicago, where hundreds of cars and other property destroyed by the mob of strikers, that President Cleveland issued a proclamation, establishing martial law; troops being thrown into the city and US Marshal distributed to control main lines.

The bids for furnishing of materials and building the fire engine house and town hall were opened Saturday by the council. Grim and Mallory had the low bid of $5,337.

Edon was visited by a disastrous fire, July 12, when a brick business block, good residences, a church and a flouring mill all burned. The loss was estimated at $175,000.

120 YEARS AGO

June 1904

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Bert Koch, June 6th a son.

Miss Trulah Keiser of Alvordton and Mr. Marion Lacer of West Unity were married, on Sunday, June 19th at the bride's home.

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Pierson, June 10th, a daughter.

Mrs. Fred Smith who has been very ill with blood poisoning is recovering.

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Krisher of Kunkle a son.

Florence Smith came home from Delaware, on Wednesday after spending a year at O.N.U.

Harry Allion was badly burned on his face by an exploding firecracker.

Elizabeth Bretthauer died at her home in Fayette June 25.

Born to Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Hayes, June 25, a daughter.

110 YEARS AGO

June 1914

Married, June 15, Miss Ferne Keiser and Mir. Fred Smith by Rev. F. M. Money. Mrs. Hattie Vaas and Mrs. Essie Cutshaw of Denver, Colo., came on Friday to visit with their father, Wm. Grindle and family.

A disastrous fire hit West Unity last Wednesday afternoon about six o'clock, when the saw mill and excelsior factories of West Unity Manufacturing Co. were burned. Prompt and energetic work by the fire company and volunteer helpers saved the electric light plant and other nearby business places. The cause of the fire is supposed to have been a dust explosion in the excelsior mill which had shut down for the day a few minutes before.

100 YEARS AGO

June 1924

Born to Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Oberlin, Friday, June 20, a son Richard Delno, Arthur Jones and family have moved to their new home, west of town for the summer.

A son, Max Eugene was born to Mr. and Mrs. Paul Griffin, of Montpelier, June 20th.

Dr. H.L. Prouty and sons Frank and Lewis are in Northern Michigan trout fishing.

Mrs. Lucinda Burns died on Monday at the home of her son Elgie at Reading, Mich.

James Brennan passed away after a brief illness.

Carter Kissell is spending part of his vacation on a motor trip through the New England States and Southern Canada.

90 YEARS AGO June 1934

Three young bandits clad in overalls held up the West Unity Banking Co. last Thursday morning shortly after 9:30 and escaped with $1,402 after forcing employees to lie on the floor. They are believed to be the same men who robbed Napoleon band three weeks ago.

Carl Caughey was home from Ada over the weekend.

Williams County farmers who have signed corn-hog control will receive around $330,000 in payment.

The Community Band played at the Memorial Day services at Waldron on Monday.

George E. Rings, county treasurer, reports his office is now ready to receive the June tax installment.

80 YEARS AGO June 1944

Wedding Bells - Marjorie Hoover and Pfc. Marion Smith were married

by Rev. Chas. A. Sauer, June 9th.

Mary Margaret Swaney became the bride of b Neil Brown of Alvordton, June 10 at the residence of Rev. Hugh S. Graham at Bryan. Waunetta Merillat and Boyd Moore were t. united in marriage June 10th by Rev. H. P. Sloan, of the Presbyterian Church of Detroit. Mr. Donald Feill of Fayette and Mrs. Mary Minton were married on June 10th at Wauseon by Rev. J. R. Stanforth.

Mary Margaret Neuhauser became the bride of Wilford Hornung, June 18, with Rev. Ervin Lantz the bride's uncle, and Rev. Chas. Sauer, officiating.

Callers during the past week at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Greek were Mr. and Mrs. Chas, Esterlin, Mrs. Gerald Oyer and Terry, Mrs. Sadie Baily of Kunkle, Mr. and Mrs. Warren Delcamp, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Delcamp of Pioneer, Mrs. Ralph Hollinger and Nancy of Angola, and Prank Simons of Hillsdale.

Mrs. Floyd Smith went to TifTin on Tuesday to spend the rest of the week with her grandchildren, while their parents, Dr. and Mrs. Carl Yager are on a vacation trip in northern Michigan

A telegram from the war department notified Betty Oberlin that her husband Sgt. Richard Oberlin a waist gunner on a Flying Fortress bomber had been missing in action over France.

Miss Virginia Belharz and Maurice Bretthauer were united in marriage June 16.

George Stevens brought a large egg to Matt Lash and when opened it had a complete egg within the first egg, and when the second egg was opened another compete egg was within it, making three eggs in one.

70 YEARS AGO

June 1954

Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Bretthauer announce the engagement of their daughter Carol to Vernon Sloan of Stryker.

Services were held for Charles Zuver, 67; Elwood Shambarger, 50; and Mrs. Lura Strasbaugh, 65.

60 YEARS AGO

June 1964

Mr. James Johnson, son of Mrs. Vivian Johnson, West Unity, and Miss Mary Ellen Nofziger, daughter of Mrs. Laura Nofziger, were united in marriage on April 11, 1964.

Ben Westfall, of West Unity, has accepted a position as salesman for the Don Mocherman Agency at Montpelier.

Mary Allion of West Unity won second place in the junior girls division in the Williams County 4-H Club safety speaking contest at Bryan.

Sharon Lee Hachtel, daughter of

Mr. and Mrs. Dick Victor Hachtel, West Unity, was wed to Gerald Bauer of Grosse Point Woods, Michigan. Mardell Viers graduated from Jackson Business University as an executive secretary.

Plans for a swimming pool that would be constructed in Memorial Park are being discussed by council. Mr. Ralph Sickles upon graduation from Wheaton College, mailed his books home, however they did not arrive until 28 years later. The 15-cent postage stamp was not even cancelled.

50 YEARS AGO

June 1974

Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Bowman celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary June 12, at the United Methodist Church in West Unity.

Greg Brillhart received an associate degree in public service technology on last Friday from the University of Toledo Community and Technical College. Mr. Brillhart also received the High Scholarship Award. He is a 1972 graduate of Hilltop High School and the son of Mr. and Mrs. Norris Brillhart of West Unity.

STRYKER AREA NEWS

The Stryker Advance was established in 1884. In 1976 The Stryker Advance merged with The West Unity Reporter to become The Advance Reporter. In 2010 The Advance Reporter merged with The Edon Commercial to become The Village Reporter.

120 YEARS AGO

June 1904

H.A. Cooper is the new station agent.

Williams County Commissioners will build 4 new bridges in the east end of the county to replace those swept away by floods last winter. Henry Mignerey has completed arrangements to open a saloon outside the corporation line on S. Defiance Street.

Frank Chappuis will run a saloon in the building standing on Peter Charpiot's land near the west bridge.

The depot force hope to occupy their new quarters about July 1.

Odd Fellows picnic on June 14.

N.B. Stubbs and J.D. Rumsey are in Defiance this week helping to name a candidate for Congress on the Democratic ticket.

110 YEARS AGO

June 1914

A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. A.L. Brace, and a daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Alva Nofziger.

C.R. Betts was chosen as a delegate to the State Republican Convention and John Coonrod and John Sloan to the Circuit Judicial Convention.

A tuberculosis hospital for Defiance County is an assured fact. Patients financially unable to pay will be treated free of charge.

100 YEARS AGO

June 1924

James Warner, who is employed at Wagner’s Bakery in Delta, was shot when robbers held up a bank in that town last Thursday. Warner was hit with a shot which passed through Wagner’s Ice Cream parlor into the bakery where he was working and hit him in the ribs.

90 YEARS AGO

June 1934

The Board of Education of Springfield Rural School District has entered into a contract with the Stryker Board whereby their high school students shall attend Stryker High School, tuition being paid by Springfield township. Stryker Board is to furnish all transportation free.

Lendall Vernier received a service button from the T&I railroad for 25 years of continuous service as a trainman.

Looking Back At What We Read Years

80 YEARS AGO

June 1944

Pvt. Hazen Colon writes from England.

Pvt. Robert Osborn of Denver is home on furlough.

Darlene Planson and Vevienne Nichols left for Dayton where they will be employed under Civil services at Wright Field.

70 YEARS AGO

June 1954

F.O. Ellsworth has resigned as Superintendent of Stryker schools to accept the same position in the Wapokoneta Schools.

Miss Bessie Lee Faries of Defiance became the bride of William Warren on June 13.

60 YEARS AGO

June 1964

Firemen were kept busy as they answered the following alarms: Monroe Short had a tractor fire; the storage shed at the ball diamond caught fire from burning trash; and lightning struck a tool shed at the home of Waldo Nafziger.

Mrs. Ester Bernath has taken over the library duties of Mrs. Naomi Rataiczak on June 5.

On June 29, Vincent Haye was the first farmer in with new wheat this year. The wheat tested at 61 pounds per bushel.

Bonnie Sue Bruns, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ervin as Bruns became the bride of Gary Lee Repolgle, son of Mr. and Mrs. F.E. Repolgle of Evansport on June 20.

Annette's Barber Shop, Castor's Barber Shop, and Seigneur's Barber Shop will raise the price of haircuts to $1.50.

EDON AREA NEWS

The Edon Independent was established in 1895 ceasing publication in 1906. A few months later in 1906 The Edon Commercial was established. In 2010 The Edon Commercial was merged with The Advance Reporter to become The Village Reporter.

80 YEARS AGO

June 1944

Will Herman and family, Duane Herman and family, and Guy Alwood and family were at Hamilton, Friday evening in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Asa Aldrich who were celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.

Richard Faulhaber of Indianapolis came home Friday for a weeks visit with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Ira Faulhaber. Richard works for the Navy Ordnance plant in Indianapolis.

70 YEARS AGO

June 1954

Mr. and Mrs. Ward Flegal were dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Clude Fetters and motored to the turnpike near West Unity.

Three Edon men, who have a total of 44 years of association with the Standard Ohio Company (Ohio) will receive special honors. E.F. Gearhart, 18 years; Huard Motor Sales; 14 years and Ralph Ladd, 12 years.

60 YEARS AGO

June 1964

Miss Ione Johnson received a telephone call from Mrs. Esther (Brandon) Duncan of Pasadena, Cali., June 10, wishing her a happy birthday.

Mrs. Myron Knight and Nancy visited from Friday through Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Aldis Knight and April in Columbus. Aldis was graduated from Ohio

State University.

50 YEARS AGO

June 1974

A family party was held at Parkview Nursing Home for Mrs. Mary Keppler’s 90th birthday. She received 74 cards and greatly appreciated them all.

Mrs. Vi Young was a weekend guest of Mr. and Mrs. Bus Hepker at Pioneer and attended the Quasquicentennial celebration.

40 YEARS AGO

June 1984

Robert J. Seaman, Edon, recently was inducted into Phi Eta Sigma scholastic honorary society during Honors Day ceremonies at Ohio Northern University.

Mr. and Mrs. Jay W. Ranson will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on June 24.

John Mohre, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Mohre recently graduated from Northwest Technical College in Business Management.

30 YEARS AGO

June 1994

The United States Achievement Academy announced today that Monica Sue Kohl has been named a United States National Award winner in Foreign Language.

Navy Fireman Jason A. Tent, son of Samuel W. and Linda S. Trent, is currently on station in North Red Sea aboard the guided missile frigate USS Stephen W. Groves, homeported in Pascagoula, Miss. Trent’s ship searched for survivors of the Egyptian passenger ferry AlQamar Al-Saudi Al-Misri, which caught fire with an es-

timated 500 passengers and 80 crewmembers aboard. By the time ships began to arrive on scene in response to the ferry’s distress signal, many of the passengers and crew had abandoned ship. The ship’s rendering aid had to pull the survivors from the water as the fire engulfed the ferry.

20 YEARS AGO

June 2004

Four County Career Center Student Trisha Dirrim, Edon, received a $500 scholarship to attend Ohio Business Week at the University of Findlay, July 11-17. This six-day learning experience is designed to teach high school students about our American free enterprise system. Ohio Business Week brings young people and business professionals from across the state together to translate textbook theories into understandable business practices. Participants learn what it takes to be successful in the global marketplace. Trisha is a junior in the STAR Business Academy at the Career Center.

THE ADVANCE REPORTER (EASTERN WILLIAMS COUNTY & VILLAGE OF FAYETTE NEWS)

In 1976 The West Unity Reporter merged with The Stryker Advance to become The Advance Reporter. In 2003 The Advance Reporter expanded to cover Fayette, Ohio news. In 2010 The Advance Reporter merged with The Edon Commercial to become The Village Reporter.

40 YEARS AGO

June 1984

The West Unity Sesqui-

centennial 1834-1984 was celebrated.

The first newspaper in West Unity was published in 1849 under the name of "Equal Rights" by W.A. Hunter.

Stryker's fire department acquired a new four wheel drive mini pumper, to be used as a "first response" unit.

30 YEARS AGO

June 1994

Barb Short a 1969 graduate of Stryker high School and 19 of year coach of the Archbold of softball team was inducted into the Softball Coaches Hall of fame in Columbus.

Upon the retirement of Wanda Rupp, the West Unity Board of Education hired Shonna Holland as the new treasurer.

Jon Bernath, a 6'2, 185 lb quarterback-defensive end for the undefeated SCAA champion Hilltop Cadets will attend Heidelberg College in Tiffin and play football. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Allen Bernath.

The West Unity American Legion Post 669 donated a flag to the Egly Drive CARES Family Home in West Unity.

20 YEARS AGO

June 2004

Ray Ramsdale's Industrial Arts Class in Fayette has recently undertaken the project of re-roofing the shelter house at the park. This project is win-win for Fayette as the kids earn credit in class and the town saves money on the cost of hiring out help.

Wayne and Harriet Patten will be celebrating 50 years of married life on June 13,

Fulton County Historic Reflection

2004. They were married by the Rev. Paul Fisher at the West Unity United Methodist Church.

John and Eunice (Traut) Winzeler were married on June 6, 1954, at St. James Lutheran Church, Burlington, by Rev. H.F. Hall, Pastor.

THE VILLAGE REPORTER (WILLIAMS COUNTYFULTON COUNTY AREA NEWS & SPORTS)

In 2010 The Advance Reporter merged with The Edon Commercial to become The Village Reporter. In 2013 The Wauseon Reporter merged with The Village Reporter. Over time since 2010, the newspaper expanded coverage to all the communities of Williams & Fulton Counties in Northwest Ohio to become today's format of The Village Reporter.

10 YEARS AGO

June 2014

The following local students graduated: Mariah Bovee, of Fayette, graduated from The University of Findlay. Bovee received the following: Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education. Kasey Riegsecker, of Wauseon, graduated from The University of Findlay. Riegsecker received the following: Bachelor of Science in Animal Science. Stephanie Gillen, of Wauseon, graduated from The University of Findlay. Gillen received the following: Doctor of Pharmacy. Andrew Pratt, of Wauseon, graduated from The University of Findlay. Pratt received the following: Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.

1930 - Valleywood Golf Course

The following photo shows the first group of golfers at the Valleywood Golf Course. The photo was taken in June of 1930. Photo provided by the Fulton County Historical Society.

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- Rex Stump, Wauseon, OhioMIX

Unity and teamwork are foundational to success and growth in all parts of life. Businesses, teams, churches, and families strive towards unity, as they understand this to be true to finding success and peace.

Good leaders will be alert to moments of disunity, misunderstandings, or outside forces that could cause fractions.

There was a moment in history in which the nation of Israel almost started

a war with each other due to a simple misunderstanding. In the book of Joshua, chapter 22, the people of Israel had finally entered the promised land and began to settle in their allotments of land.

There were two tribes (Reuben and Gad) that settled on the east side of the Jordan River, while the other ten settled on the west side of the Jordan River.

The tribes of Reuben and Gad built an altar on the east side of the river, in sight

- Mike Kelly, Retired Pastor, Bryan, Ohio -

Have you ever been to a sporting event and not gotten involved? Can you imagine watching Caitlin Clark sink a 1/2 court shot and going, "Ho-hum?"

Or what about watching Ohio State kick a winning field goal with just a few seconds left on the clock to beat Michigan (ok, maybe not Michigan lately but…)?

Can you imagine just sitting there going, "Oh, how nice?" It is our nature to engage. What really confuses me sometimes is how people go to church and refuse to engage in worship.

People go to the worship service and sit there through the whole thing and seem to have not really been involved. How can that possibly be? They don’t react. They don’t let their emotions get involved.

of all people, including the tribes on the west side.

Immediately those on the west side took notice and panic ensued! They thought these two tribes were abandoning God and the people of Israel and had begun to worship false idols. This meant war!

These people had seen enough death and pain, due to rebelling against God. They wanted to ensure that their relationship with God would not be hampered. So, they gathered representatives to cross the river and confront these two rebellious tribes!

They crossed the river, and soon discovered that these two tribes loved God! They feared God! They built an altar to remind all the tribes that just because they were on the east side of the river, they still belonged to one nation, and worshipped one God.

They feared that future generations would see the river as a division of thought and religion. Their hopes were

and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!”

Then I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and on the sea, and all that is in them, saying: “To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power, for ever and ever!” …and then going “Ho-Hum”? How could this not get us engaged? How can it not get us excited?

How is it possible for you and me to come to a service where we are specifically there to worship God and go, "Hohum, hope this gets over before lunch?"

that the altar would encourage future generations to worship God. What was meant for good, was misunderstood.

As I mentioned earlier, good leaders are alert to moments of disunity, misunderstandings, or outside forces that could cause fractions.

Praise God that Phinehas sat down and had a conversation with these two tribes, before jumping to conclusions and going to war.

It’s hard, but when you find yourself frustrated with the actions of your co-workers, family members, or teammates…pause, pray, and seek a conversation. We live in a flawed world, where misunderstandings can easily fracture relationships. Pursue peace, pursue unity…..

Rex Stump is the Area Director for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and serves as a Pastor at True North Church in Wauseon, Ohio.

your heart join in the rhythm of the music. It shouldn't matter what other people think either. 2 Samuel 6 tells us that David danced before God and upset his wife, Michal.

It seems that many of us think that we need to hold back our emotions before God. Aren't we just a little confused? When we come into the presence of God on a Sunday morning shouldn't we be willing to mentally, emotionally and physically engage?

They don’t join in the singing. They fall asleep during the sermon or worse, just ignore what the Holy Spirit is trying to tell them through scripture and their pastor’s words. That just doesn’t seem like we truly believe that we are in God’s presence in a unique way during church service. I read Rev. 4-5 and hear about the 100s of millions of angels crying loudly, "Glory to God in the highest."

Imagine being in Heaven and hearing what John described in Rev 5:1114: “Then I looked and heard the voice of many angels, numbering thousands upon thousands, and ten thousand times ten thousand. They encircled the throne and the living creatures and the elders. In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power

PASTOR'S PONDERINGS

- Pastor Steve Wilmot, Edgerton, OhioDO

I’ve been giving a lot of thought to this question over the last month or so. I’ve had some things I want to do, but they are being blocked by others. As a result, I’ve wrestled with disappointment, and feelings of rejection and being unwanted. It’s been extremely frustrating.

But it seems, like usual, after I’ve whined and complained long enough, I turn my thoughts to God, and he always shows me the root of my struggle. This time, he decided it was time for another — yes, another — lesson on trust.

I keep hearing questions like these playing over and over in my mind: Do you believe… really? Do you trust me? Is anything too hard for me?

I readily proclaim I believe God is in control of all the events — good and bad — in my life. But do I… really?

I quickly announce I believe nothing is

impossible with God. But do I… really?

My feelings of disappointment and rejection tell a different story. If I really believed what I claim to believe, I wouldn’t have these feelings, would I? (At least not for long.)

If I really believe God is in control, then I’d trust him to open a door at the right time. Maybe I’m describing you as well.

Only our actions prove we really believe in something we say we do. Yet too often we claim we believe things while our actions uncover the truth we really don’t.

“What good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds?...

In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead… Show me your faith without deeds and I will show you my faith by what I do… As the

There is a time to be still and know that He is God, but that time isn't always Sunday morning during the worship service. Sunday is a corporate time for all of us to join those hundreds of millions of angels crying out, "Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord God Almighty."

Worship that engages us draws us closer to Him. It doesn't matter what form we choose, hymns or choruses. Whether we sing acapella, with an organ or a guitar or a band. It only matters that we allow ourselves to be fully engaged in worship.

Maybe you can engage in worshiping the King of Kings by sitting or kneeling or standing. The style isn't the issue. It’s the engagement that matters. Just worship like you do when attending a sporting event.

Let your mind hear the words and

body without the spirit is dead, so faith without deeds is dead” (James 2.14, 1718, 26).

Throughout the “faith chapter,” as Hebrews 11 is commonly known, the author gives examples of men and women who demonstrated their faith by acting upon what they said they believed.

For example… “By faith, Noah built an ark” (Hebrews 11.7). “By faith, Abraham, when called to go to a place he would receive as his inheritance, obeyed and went even though he did not know where he was going” (Hebrews 11.8). “By faith Abraham, when God tested him, offered Isaac as a sacrifice” (Hebrews 11.17).

Example after example is given. The only proof that someone really believes is by what they do and how they respond to a particular situation.

So back to the original question: Do you believe… really? Let me give you a few instances to help you evaluate your faith.

“Therefore, I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?” (Matthew 6.25-26).

Do you really believe you have nothing to worry about because God said he would take of you? What would it look like if you really did?

“And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them” (Romans 8.28).

Do you really believe God is in total control of everything that happens in

Maybe to stand, or raise our hands, or sing at the top of our lungs or dance before the Lord. Whatever! The more excited about God we are the more our bodies ought also to be engaged in our worship of Him. God wasn't upset by David dancing. In fact, God was upset with Michal's attitude. God condemned her to never having a child because of her attitude about David's freedom in worship.

Let us worship God with all of our might, with all of our power and with all of our being. Let us hold nothing back from the worship of the One who is worthy of all worship. He held nothing back from us, including His Son

Mike Kelly is the founding pastor of Bryan’s Grace Community Church (retired) and Board Chairman of Bryan's Sanctuary Homeless Shelter and Williams County's Compassion (free) Medical Clinic.

your life? “For nothing is impossible with God” (Luke 1.37).

Do you believe that… really? In your marriage that’s falling apart, do you believe God can do the impossible and put it back together? Really?

In your addiction, do you believe God can do the impossible and set you free? Really? For your children who wandered away from God, and now after years it looks impossible, they will ever come back, do you still believe God can do the impossible. Really?

If we did, there would be less worry and depression. No thought of giving up because getting good results seems impossible. We wouldn’t feel the pressure to try to make things happen. We wouldn’t ride the emotional roller coaster that affects our perspective daily. Instead, we’d be calm and confident because we really believe God will do the impossible. Wouldn’t we?

Jesus said, “Let not your heart be troubled. You trust God; trust me…Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give. So let not your heart be troubled and do not be afraid” (John 14.1, 27).

I’ve been reminded of these words a lot these days. We’re not destined to be troubled and worried and depressed and angry and afraid and disappointed. We can choose to trust God. And when we do — IF we really do — we will not be troubled or afraid. So, the big question remains: Do you really believe what you say you believe?.

Steve Wilmot is a former Edgerton, Ohio area pastor who now seeks "to still bear fruit in old age" through writing. He is the author of seven books designed to assist believers to make steady progress on their spiritual journey.

Field Day Dunk Tank A Hit With Students & Ela Curriculum Vendor Fair Attended

The North Central Board of Education met on June 18, 2024 at 6 p.m. after a culture work session at 5 p.m.

Present were John Huffman, Tim Livengood, Kati Burt, Chuck Haynes, and Dustin Meyers alongside Treasurer Eric Smeltzer and Superintendent Bute. After the pledge of allegiance, the treasurer’s report was accepted as presented, which included the minutes from the last meeting, May’s financial statements, donations from Nickloy’s Fix and Fab and ABC Trufast, insurance through 2025, and scholarships for the Class of 2024.

Mr. Huffman thanked Smeltzer for his reports, sharing that the reports presented to the board are filled with appreciated information.

The superintendent’s report was accepted as presented, which included announcing that there will be a 5 p.m. work session before their 6 p.m. July 16, 2024 regular board meeting, as well as a special meeting on June 27th for the approval of final appropriations.

Kati Burt then read Mr. Morr’s elementary school report in his absence, with it being shared that the students had a great field day, with at least six staff members getting into the very popular dunk tank, provided by the Kunkle Fire Department. There was three cases of bullying reported for the second semester of the school year, and Mr. Shell will be offering summer school opportunities to select students from July 30 to August 9, 2024, with the help of Mr. Campbell,

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‘Coffee With Commissioners’ Meeting Held At Pioneer Senior Center

dled business as normal, approving Resolutions 213-218. Commissioner Rummel then made a motion to approve the minutes from their June 13, 2024 meeting and another motion to pay the bills.

Rummel then provided information that he had received about Governor DeWine supporting local fairs through giving out a total of $10 million in grants to help support Ohio fairgrounds and enhance experiences for fairgoers.

Rummel in searching about how to apply for this grant found out that Williams County Fairgrounds had already applied for the grant and was approved for $106,000 of which they will be receiving.

Commissioner Hilkert then spoke on the information he had received from Sheriff Tom Kochert about receiving body cams for the sheriff’s department. Sheriff Kochert informed Hilkert that he had found private funding to cover all the costs of the body cams for the department and that through those community donations the department would be ordering and receiving those body cams in the near future.

Hilkert then commended Sheriff Kochert, though not in attendance, for his resourcefulness in finding a way to obtain these body cams for his department.

Westfall then thanked the community of Pioneer for allowing them to host their meeting at the Pioneer Senior Center, for the use of the building and the time to utilize the space.

He also commended Shanna McKelvey, the new Pioneer Senior Center director, for the work she has done and is doing in the community.

Hilkert then adjourned the meeting at 9:10 a.m. and opened the floor for an open forum for the community to ask any questions they may have.

The majority of the discussion from the community consisted of speaking on the EMS Levy. While the last EMS Levy did not pass commissioners are hopeful that this next levy will for several reasons one of which being the levy cost will be substantially less than what was asked for in their first levy. The first levy asked for 3.5 million dollars.

Continuing in the conversation of the EMS, commissioners drove the point of how important it is for their county to have an EMS and not turn to outside or private run agencies.

While the EMS staff is incredible in what they do and the job they do when they are called out, their vehicles need to be better maintained, hence the asking of the levy.

The EMS of Williams County has always been a self-sufficient department and money hasn’t had to come out of the general fund except for when it was decided that they needed two ambulance units which resulted in $254,000 being given from the general fund to cover the remainder of the costs that the EMS department could not cover. They covered $446,000 towards those two new units as the total cost of them was $700,000 together.

Another reason the EMS need this levy to pass is because of the lower amount of funds coming in at this point, especially with the new hospital takeover.

Before CHWC was bought out by Parkview they made a monthly contribution to the EMS department of Williams County in the amount of $10,000. Now with that gone since the takeover, it is beginning to leave a hole in the department funds that needs to be filled.

The Williams County EMS is a vital department in Williams County and is much needed. The commissioners will be forming a committee in order to better educate the communities within the county on what this levy will mean for the county as a whole and what it will be able to accomplish for the EMS services as well.

Mrs. Schuette, and Mrs. Gillaspy.

Maintenance requests are keeping the team busy during the summer months, and an ELA vendor fair was attended by elementary staff.

The process for adopting a new curriculum should begin soon, off of the recommendation of Mr. Saneholtz, who attended the event.

Lastly, Mr. Hutchin-

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son, Mrs. Renfer, and Mrs. Wheeler were congratulated on their retirements upon the conclusion of the school year.

In the absence on Mr. Puthoff, Burt reported that the end of the year went well, with no surprises. In the absence of Mr. Saneholtz, Burt shared that the vendor fair team attended five one-hour sessions, with conversations being held with their top vendors

near the end, with an action plan for potential curriculum selection created for this fall. All of the recommendations made by Superintendent Bute were approved as presented, which included employment contracts, as well as additional days for new Junior / High School Principal Martha Hasselbusch prior to August 1st. Sports passes were

listed at $200 for a family pass, covering 2 adults and all K-12 children, $100 for an adult pass, and $55 for a Golden Eagle senior pass.

Kristy Meyers was then approved as the #59 Junior Class Advisor for the 2024-2025 school year before the meeting was adjourned at 6:28 p.m., with the North Central Board of Education set to meet next July 16, 2024 at 6 p.m.

LEGAL - On June 18, 2024, the Council of the Village of Pioneer, Ohio passed the following legislation:

Ordinance No. 17-2024: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE APPROPRIATIONS FOR 2024 AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. This Ordinance modifies appropriations within the various funds of the Village during the fiscal year 2024 and declares an emergency. All provisions of this Ordinance go into full force and effect immediately.

Ordinance No. 18-2024: AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 16-2024, ACCEPTING THE BID OF BRYAN EXCAVATING, LLC, FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF CEDAR AND EAST DEARBORN STREETS, AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH BRYAN EXCAVATING, LLC, AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR TO SIGN ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE AGREEMENT AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The purpose of this Ordinance is to repeal Ordinance No. 16-2024, to accept the bid of Bryan Excavating, LLC for the reconstruction of Cedar and East Dearborn Streets in the amount of $1,667,876.20, authorizing the Village Administrator to execute any necessary agreements; and, to declare an emergency. All provisions of this Ordinance shall go into full force and effect immediately.

Ordinance No. 19-2024: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT FOR THE LEASE OF APPROXIMATELY 36 ACRES OF FARM LAND, AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR TO PERFORM ALL NECESSARY ACTS TO EFFECTUATE THE LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. This Ordinance authorizes and directs the Village Administrator to enter into a lease agreement for approximately 36 acres of farm land at a rate of $235.00 per acre per year for a term of four years and declares an emergency. All provisions of this Ordinance go into full force and effect immediately.

Ordinance No. 20-2024: AN ORDINANCE AU-

THORIZING AND DIRECTING THE VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR TO ENTER INTO A PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY, AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR TO PERFORM ALL NECESSARY ACTS TO EFFECTUATE THE PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. This Ordinance authorizes and directs the Village administrator to enter into a purchase agreement for the purchase of real estate located at 204 S. State St., Pioneer, Ohio for the sum of $80,000.00 and declares an emergency. All provisions of this ordinance shall go under full force and effect immediately.

Ordinance No. 21-2024: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR TO ENTER INTO A PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY, AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR TO PERFORM ALL NECESSARY ACTS TO EFFECTUATE THE PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. This Ordinance authorizes and directs the Village administrator to enter into a purchase agreement for the purchase of real estate located at 15301 US Highway 20, Pioneer, Ohio, for the sum of $150,000.00 and declares an emergency. All provisions of this ordinance shall go under full force and effect immediately.

Resolution No. 109-2024: A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE AMOUNTS AND RATES AS DETERMINED BY THE BUDGET COMMISSION AND AUTHORIZING THE NECESSARY TAX LEVIES AND CERTIFYING THEM TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR. The purpose of this Resolution is to authorize the County Auditor to place upon the tax duplicate and collect the property taxes apportioned to the Village of Pioneer commencing January 1, 2025. This Resolution shall be effective at the earliest time permitted by law. The complete text of the above legislation can be obtained or viewed at the office of the Village Fiscal Officer at 409 South State Street, Pioneer, Ohio 43554. This summary was prepared or reviewed and approved by Thomas A. Thompson, Village Solicitor for the Village of Pioneer, Ohio.

Saturday, June 29th

Bar-B-Que Chicken Dinners & Hotdogs. 1/2 Chicken plus two sides: $12.00. Eat-in or Carry-out

Baked Goods and Consignment Sale inside Lodge, Opens at 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Lunch at 10:30 a.m. Proceeds go to Beautification Com.

Help Wanted

Garage Sale

GARAGE SALE - Neighborhood sales. June 27-29, 9AM-4PM. Buckeye Estate, State Route 108 and County Road H, just south of Fulton County fairgrounds, Wauseon. 3 wheel adult Schwinn bicycle, women's plus sizes, wrought-iron garden arch, shoes, book and lots more!

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HELP WANTED - Our communities have wonderful stories to tell. We desire to share them within our pages, however local writers are needed! Like the feature stories you see inside The Village Reporter? Help provide 1-2 feature stories a week, writing from the comforts of home. Prior experience not necessary, workable unbiased writing skills a must. Submit letters of interest to: publisher@ thevillagereporter.com

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VILLAGE OF SWANTONORDINANCE #2024-08 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODIFIED ORDINANCE TITLE XV: LAND USAGE, CHAPTER 150 AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Mayor: Neil Toeppe

Att: Holden Benfield, Fiscal Officer

The Full text of this ordinance may be viewed at the Village Hall, 219 Chestnut Street, Swanton, OhioMonday through Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm

VILLAGE OF SWANTONORDINANCE #2024-05

AN ORDINANCE DECLARING THE NECESSITY TO ASSESS ALL PROPERTIES IN THE VILLAGE OF SWANTON, PURSUANT TO OHIO REVISED CODE SECTION 727.01. ET SEQ. FOR THE COST OF LEAF COLLECTION, APPROVING PLANS, ESTABLISHING TENTATIVE ASSESSMENTS, AND METHOD OF PAYMENT.

Mayor: Neil Toeppe

Att: Holden Benfield, Fiscal Officer

The Full text of this ordinance may be viewed at the Village Hall, 219 Chestnut Street, Swanton, OhioMonday through Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm

VILLAGE OF SWANTONORDINANCE #2024-06 AN ORDINANCE DECLARING THE NECESSITY TO ASSESS ALL PROPERTIES IN THE VILLAGE OF SWANTON, PURSUANT TO OHIO REVISED CODE SECTION 727.01. ET SEQ. FOR THE COST OF STREET LIGHTING, APPROVING PLANS, ESTABLISHING TENTATIVE ASSESSMENTS, AND METHOD OF PAYMENT.

Mayor: Neil Toeppe

Att: Holden Benfield, Fiscal Officer

The Full text of this ordinance may be viewed at the Village Hall, 219 Chestnut Street, Swanton, OhioMonday through Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm

OF SWANTONORDINANCE #2024-07 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (ODOT) TO REHABILITATE BRIDGES, RESURFACE PAVEMENT AND PERFORM RELATED WORK ON STATE ROUTE 64 (EXHIBIT A) AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Mayor: Neil Toeppe

Att: Holden Benfield, Fiscal Officer

The Full text of this ordinance may be viewed at the Village Hall, 219 Chestnut Street, Swanton, OhioMonday through Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm

Public Auction

Evening, July 16, 2024 @ 6 pm Auction Location: Pioneer American Legion Hall, 107 W. First Street, Pioneer, Ohio 43554

Wooded parcel location: 17310 County Road 11 (east side) between Roads Q and R, Pioneer, Ohio

Tract# 1: Approximately 6.5 acres with a 5” well, septic and leach field, 24’x40’ pole barn with NW electric power, all wooded building site.

Tract# 2: Approximately 5 acres all wooded. No improvements on site. Would be a beautiful building lot.

Tract# 3: Combination of Tract# 1 and Tract# 2

Taxes: $788.04 for the entire 11.5 acres

Note: This auction is to settle an estate. For more information, call Phil Stotz at 419-799-2097 or visit www.aabrownauctions.com

Terms: 10% ( non refundable) deposit day of sale, balance at closing on or before 45 days of sale date, when possession and marketable title will be given. Taxes will be prorated to closing.

Owner: Lee Clymer Estate Amy Biddle, Executrix - Ryan Thompson, Attorney Details at www.aabrownauctions.com or www.MaryStollerRealty.com Mary Stoller Realty & Auction Co., Inc. 419-636-5656

Broker: Mary Stoller Auctioneers: Phil Stotz, Albert (Bert) Brown, Shane Sumner

Tools; Gardening

Terms: Cash or good check day of sale.

Note: See Auctionzip.com Auctioneer ID #3836 for pictures.

Owner:

Bench; Green

Pink Depression Glass; Vaseline Glass; Crystal; Silver Plated Tea Set; Stoneware; Pots; Jugs; Silverware Set; Oil Lamps & Farmer’s Almanac Thermometer. Outdoor:

Furniture; Planters; 8ft. Aluminum Ladder; 4ft. Ladder; Toolbox; Misc.

Tools; Shovels; Rakes; Hoe; Dolly; Lawn; Seeder; Wire Fence & Cooler.

PUBLIC AUCTION - SATURDAY JULY 20 @9AM 2324 County Road F, Edon, Ohio 43518

SELLING A NICE SELECTION OF FARM EQUIPMENT:

G1050 Minneapolis Moline Lp gas tractor, John Deere 4450 Diesel Tractor, John Deere 4010 LP gas tractor, Massey Harris 44tractor, Case 580 Diesel backhoe,John Deere 750 No-Till grain Drill, John Deere 9500 Combine, John Deere 920 grain head, John Deere 643 Corn head, EZ trail Header cart, Rhino15’Batwing mower, Precision 60’crop sprayer, Triaxle trailer, John Deere X 530 Hydro mower, Bobcat 742B loader( needs work), Bobcat trencher attachment, (2) Kill Bros 350 wagons, (2) J&M wagons, McCurdy wagon, IH 18’ model 470 disc, IH 8’ wheel disc, Brillion 10’ packer, New Holland cycle mower, John Deere rotary hoe.Also selling treasure from the shop: Bridgeport mill & tooling, Surface grinder, Advanced laser level and much more. Additional details coming Soon! Terms; Cash or good check, credit cards accepted with a 4% convenience fee applied.

Owners: Galen A Cornell Estate, Rex Vogelsong Executor Brian Kaiser Attorney for the Estate Go to www.aabrownauctions.com

Auctioneers: Albert (Bert) Brown -

Household & Misc.: Lazy-Boy Recliner; Rocker; Glider; Sofa Table; Corner Hutch; Corner Shelf; 4ft. Cabinet; Table w/4 Chairs & Leaf; Table w/2 Chairs; T.V. Stand; Desk; Rolling Stand; Rolling Cart; Full Bed Frames; Dressers, Mirror; Bedding; Quilt Pillows; Child’s Bench; Stools; T.V. Trays; Lamp; Set of Franciscan Dishes; Set of Taylor Smith Dishes; Dishes; Cookers; Pyrex; Silverware; Pots & Pans; Toaster; Coffee Maker; Mixer; Owl Cookie Jar; Tupperware; Coolers & Bags; (2) Pot & Bucket; Trash Bin; Space Heater; Humidifiers; Thermometer; Rugs; Towels; Boots; Coat Hangers; Clothes Pins; Walker; Canes; Pill Dispenser; Cameras; Clocks; Basket; Books; Games & Stuffed Animals.

Glassware & Décor: Northwood Carnival Fruits & Flower Pattern Amethyst Ruffle Bowl, Rare; Fenton Carnival Holly & Stag Amethyst Bowl; Cranberry Opalescent Ruffled Vase; Hand Painted Vase, Vases; Mini Pitchers; Decorative Bowls; (2) Boxes of Misc. Décor Plates, Teacups; Lefton Ceramic Zebras; (2) Handmade Zebras from Italy; Boat Décor; Picture & Wall Art; Christmas & Fall Décor; Decorative Fish & Dog & CastIron Bench.

Tool

& Bolt Organizers;

Mate Kerosine Heater; Gate; Cords; Rope; Bulbs; Flashlights; Paint

Safe; Bucket w/Flags & Poles & Christmas Lights.

Terms & Conditions: 15% BUYERS PREMIUM. Cash, Good Check, Credit Card due at the end of the sale. Your card on file with HiBid will NOT be charged. Our office personnel will be calling you at the conclusion of the sale for payment. Anything over $1,000 must be paid by cash or wire transfer. There is a 3% convenience fee charged on all credit card payments, and an $18.00 fee charged for wire transfers. All items are PICK UP ONLY. Item pick up will be June 9th & 10th 9:00AM-5:00PM. Contact Dave Dempsey for preview @ 419-799-0291.

Shane Sumner - Wyatt Zulch – Aaron Hill

Garage & Outdoor: Outdoor Table, Chairs, Umbrella; Outdoor Rocker Chair; Char broiler Infrared Grill; Yard Tools; Water Cans; Garden Spray; Sump Pump & Hose; Rakes; Hoe; Splitting Maul; Saw Horses; Circular Saw; Saws; Power Drills; Hammer Drill; Power Sander; Grinder; Vice; (2) Scissor Jacks; C. Clamps; Clamp Light; Husky Tool Box;

Box; Misc. Tools; Hammers; Stapler; Mortar Trowels; Bolts; Screws; Nails; 4-Screw

Step Ladder; Chain & Light; Jumper Cables; Heat

Rollers; Saw Blade Clock,

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County ~ Fulton County Area (Northwest Ohio) Sports Action

Evergreen’s Farley & Kruzel Combine To No-Hit Fayette

takes a swing during last week’s 21-0 win over Fayette. VIEW 112 PHOTOS OF THIS CONTEST FOR FREE AT WWW.THEVILLAGEREPORTER.COM

By: Joe Blystone

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VILLAGE REPORTER sports@thevillagereporter.com

METAMORA (June 21, 2024) -

Baseball can be as simple as if you throw strikes you can be successful and if you don't..well you won't.

The game was halted after the previously agreed on two-hour time limit in the bottom of the fourth.

Farley breezed through the first on just nine pitches, but it took Fayette a bit longer to get the Vikings back out of the dugout.

Evergreen's Jake Farley and Zack Kruzel had a strike rate of 70 percent on 53 pitches and did not give up a hit as the duo split four innings in a 21-0 Viking win over Fayette.

Hayes Studenka's leadoff line drive single in the third started a seven-run rally in the third against reliever Caden Leininger. Six more walks and a hit batter around Austin Burghardt's RBI single keyed the scoring spurt. Meanwhile on the mound, Farley threw 15 strikes in his 22 pitches allowing a walk and striking out a pair to get the victory. Kruzel threw 22 strikes in 31 pitches, striking out four around a walk. Williams

Eagle starter Carter Lavinder just couldn't find the zone as Evergreen scored eight first inning runs without a hit as the Fayette lefty walked nine and a number of passed balls and wild pitches moved runners across the plate.

Evergreen scored a more conventional two runs in the second. Base hits from Chris Shrader, JJ Johnson, Kruzel and Owen Dohrman plated two more after two were out to make it 10-0.

Devin Shiels & Steve Kester Top The Field In Double Late Model Features At Oakshade Raceway

By: Scott Hammer

WAUSEON, OH – Devin Shiels and Steve Kester each earned their second DIRTcar UMP Late Model feature wins of the season on a warm Saturday night at Oakshade Raceway.

Shiels picked up the Oakshade/Attica Late Model Series feature win and Kester won the make-up feature from June 8. It was Chris Keller that started on the pole and led the first nine laps of the Oakshade/Attica Late Model feature. With Colin Shipley

close behind, Keller caught some back runners at the tail of the field.

While trying to duck under the 42 car of Bob Mayer, the two drivers made slight contact that sent Keller bouncing hard off an infield tire which ended his night.

That turned the lead over to Colin Shipley with Carter Murday second and Rusty Schlenk third. Just after the ensuing restart, Schlenk bounced off the backstretch wall and fell back through the field.

Britton, Michigan’s Devin

Shiels closed up on Shipley to challenge for the lead on lap 18 of the 25-lap feature. The two drivers battled for several laps before Shiels finally got by with two laps to go.

CONTINUED

FAYETTE PITCHER … Carter Lavinder tosses a pitch in the first inning at Evergreen.

Bryan Erases Early Deficit To Drop

Fast Start Carries Edon Past Stryker,

(Continued) - Devin Shiels & Steve Kester

He went on to pick up his second feature win of the season. Shipley finished second with Carter Murday, Rusty Smith and Jake Rendel the rest of the top five finishers.

Later in the night, the make-up feature from June 8 took to the track with Steve Kester, from Holland, Ohio, starting on the pole. Kester drove into the first set of corners at the drop of the initial green flag and spun causing a bit of a pile up that resulted in a complete restart.

Drivers in the late model class at Oakshade retain their original starting positions on complete restarts if they can continue. So, Kester was able to get a second chance that he definitely took advantage of.

He would lead from flag to flag to earn his second feature win of the season. Rusty Schlenk put the pressure on Kester for the lead late in the race but settled for a secondplace finish.

Dusty Moore ended up third followed by Jake Rendel and Carter Murday who started 12th. Devin Shiels, who won the earlier feature, pulled to the infield on the first lap with a broken driveshaft.

After an early incident in the DCR Graphics Sportsman feature involving Karl Spoores and Brian Retcher, Ian Palmer took off into the lead. Kolin Schilt was able to pressure Palmer for the lead late in the 20-lap main event.

Schilt got by Palmer on the outside for the lead on lap 16, but the Britton, Michigan, driver navigated lapped traffic a little better and regained the lead with two laps to go to beat Schilt to the checkered flag.

Ryan Davis started deep in the field and gained eight positions to finish third with last week’s feature winner, Donnie Ringman, ending up fourth. Mike Jessen started on the pole and finished fifth.

Dylan Burt got the advantage over Jeff Foks Jr. for the lead at the start of the Dominator Super Stock A Main. Foks would bring out the yellow on lap three after spinning in turn two and giving up second place.

Burt, from Toledo, Ohio, would go on to lead the entire distance and earn his second A Main win of the year. Chane Stuckey challenged Jarrett Rendel for second late in the race, but Rendel would fend him off and finish second. Jake Rendel would come home fourth and Adam Noonan rounded out the top five finishers.

Adrian, Michigan’s Jason Deshler topped the Compact competition for the second week in a row with another Compact A Main feature win.

Ron Sagers from Cincinnati, Ohio, finished second with Jack Bailey, Gavin Stambaugh and polesitter Ken Wells the rest of the top five finishers.

The final event of the night was an eventful Compact B Main. Devin Goodman led most of the caution-filled race, but Mark Prather from Toledo, Ohio, marched his way through the field and took the lead with one lap to go. He would go on to take the checkered flag after a late caution set up a one lap race to the finish. Goodman finished second. Devin Harper, Wesley Belkofer and Peyton Hovis were the rest of the top five.

Jason Kunsman

Stryker Hands Out Awards For Spring Sports Season

PHOTOS PROVIDED / THE VILLAGE REPORTER

STRYKER GIRLS TRACK … Reiss Creighton - Best Runner; Grace Froelich - Most Improved; Aubrey Clemens - Best Field Event; Abby Oberlin – MVP; Allie RufferPanther Award.

STRYKER BOYS TRACK … Garret Moser - Best Runner, BBC Scholar Athlete; William Donovan - Panther Award; Gavin LaBo - Most Improved; Jacob Cadwell - Best Field Event, BBC Scholar Athlete; Jacob Myers - MVP, BBC Scholar Athlete.

STRYKER BASEBALL … Gavin LaBo - Coaches Award; Jacob Cadwell - Silver Slugger Award, BBC Scholar Athlete, 2nd Team BBC; Jacob Myers - MVP, BBC Scholar Athlete, Honorable Mention BBC; Austin Batterson - Matt Perdue Award, BBC Scholar Athlete; Daniel Donovan - Cy Young Award, BBC Scholar Athlete, 1st Team BBC; Missing: William Donovan - Honorable Mention BBC and Shawn Buehrer - BBC Scholar Athlete.

STRYKER SOFTBALL … Emmalee Fulk - BBC Scholar Athlete, 2nd Team BBC; Taylore Rethmel - BBC Scholar Athlete, 2nd Team BBC; Laura Leupp - BBC Scholar Athlete; Oliviah Clingaman - BBC Scholar Athlete; Brooke Collins - BBC Scholar Athlete; Adysen Andres - BBC Scholar Athlete.

(Continued) - Stryker Hands Out Awards For Spring Sports Season ...

Summer Baseball & Softball Summaries

ACME BASEBALL

June 17, 2024

Wayne Trace 8 Archbold 2

ARCHBOLD – The Raiders led 6-1 after three innings and used seven Archbold errors to roll to an 8-2 win.

Zach Short took the loss for the Bluestreaks but went 3-3 at the dish and drove in two runs.

W. TRACE 042 011 0 – 8 9 0

ARCHBOLD 010 000 1 – 2 6 7

WINNING PITCHER: Davis (7 innings, 6 hits, 2 runs, 3 strikeouts, 2 walks)

LOSING PITCHER: Short (1.1 innings, 1 hit, 4 runs, 0 earned, 3 strikeouts, 1 walk) OTHER: Gracia, Castillo, Garcia

LEADING HITTERS: (WT) Clemens

– double; Head – 2 singles, 2 RBIs; Gerber – single, 2 RBIs; Sterrett – 2 singles, 2 RBIs, 2 runs; (Archbold) Short – double, 2 singles, 2 RBIs; Castillo – double, single

Edgerton 14 Ayersville 3 (5 innings)

Edgerton 8 Ayersville 1

AYERSVILLE – Game one saw Edgerton score in every inning as they blasted Ayersville in the opener. The Bulldogs racked up 15 hits on the night paced by Jackson Flower with four while Maddox Baker, Bryce Schroeder, Caden Leppelmeier, and Noah Weaver had two each.

Edgerton finished off the sweep with an 8-1 in game two led by Leppelmeier. He pitched two innings of one-hit baseball to get the win on the hill and had a double with three RBIs at the plate.

GAME 1

EDGERTON 415 22 – 14 15 0

AYERSVILLE 003 00 – 3 2 3

WINNING PITCHER: Krontz (3 innings, 2 hits, 3 runs, 8 strikeouts, 4 walks) OTHER: Herman

LOSING PITCHER: Lloyd (1 inning, 4 hits, 4 runs, 1 strikeout, 2 walks) OTHER: Stambaugh, Steingass

LEADING HITTERS: (Edgerton) Leppelmeier – double, single, RBI, 2 runs; Weaver – double, single, 2 RBIs, 2 runs; Krontz – single, 3 RBIs; Flower – double, 3 singles, 2 runs; Schroeder – 2 singles, RBI; Herman – single, 2 RBIs, 2 runs; Baker – 2 singles, RBI, 3 runs (Ayersville) Maag – double, 2 RBIs; Lloyd – double, RBI

GAME 2

EDGERTON 160 01 – 8 8 0

AYERSVILLE 001 00 – 1 1 4

WINNING PITCHER: Leppelmeier

(2 innings, 1 hit, 0 runs, 2 strikeouts, 0 walks) OTHER: Weaver, M. Elden

LOSING PITCHER: Dockery (2 innings, 7 hits, 7 runs, 5 earned, 0 strikeouts, 3 walks) OTHER: Booher

LEADING HITTERS: (Ayersville) – 1 single; (Edgerton) Leppelmeier –double, 3 RBIs; Gibson – 2 singles, RBI

North Central 9 Edon 7

EDON – North Central fought back from a 6-2 deficit by plating seven runs in the middle three innings for a 9-7 road win.

Briggs Fiser had a three-hit night to lead the Eagles, Logan Clark added two singles, and Gavin Shockley smacked a solo home run.

Zayne Oberlin tripled with two singles as he put together three hits to lead Edon while Kyler Sapp and Kaden Stantz each had two hits.

N. CENTRAL 200 241 0 – 9 11 2

EDON 204 010 0 – 7 11 3

WINNING PITCHER: Nixon (3 innings, 4 hits, 1 run, 0 earned, 3 strikeouts, 0 walks) OTHER: Poynter, Gav. Shockley

LOSING PITCHER: Oberlin (1 inning, 5 hits, 4 runs, 2 strikeouts, 1 walk) OTHER: Chrisman, Brandt

LEADING HITTERS: (NC) Gav. Shockley – solo home run; Fiser – 3 singles, RBI; Clark – 2 singles, RBI; (Edon) Sapp – double, single, RBI; Oberlin – triple, 2 singles, 2 runs; Stantz – 2 singles, RBI; Clinger 0 single, 2 RBIs

Montpelier 8 Hicksville 0

HICKSVILLE – Montpelier needed just two hits to produce their eight runs thanks to eight field errors by the Aces in an 8-0 win.

Kenneth Smeltzer picked up the win after scattering five hits over six innings with four strikeouts.

MONTPELIER 111 012 2 – 8 2 0

HICKSVILLE 000 000 0 – 0 5 8

WINNING PITCHER: Smeltzer (6 innings, 5 hits, 0 runs, 4 strikeouts, 2 walks) OTHER: Smith

LOSING PITCHER: Stuckey (2 innings, 2 hits, 2 runs, 1 earned, 1 strikeout, 2 walks) OTHER: Graber, W. Bell

LEADING HITTERS: (Montpelier) –2 singles; (Hicksville) – 5 singles

Napoleon 5 Bryan 3

BRYAN – The Wildcats took a 5-1 lead with a three-run fifth and held off the Golden Bears surge in the bottom of the seventh for a 5-3 win.

Jaymison Longoria took the loss on the mound while adding a triple and RBI at the dish.

NAPOLEON 100 130 0 – 5 11 1

BRYAN 000 100 2 – 3 4 0

WINNING PITCHER: Rubenstein (6 innings, 3 hits, 1 run, 10 strikeouts, 4 walks) OTHER: Ford

LOSING PITCHER: Longoria (4.1 innings, 10 hits, 5 runs, 3 strikeouts, 0 walks) OTHER: Uran

LEADING HITTERS: (Napoleon) Bickel – triple, 2 singles, RBI, 2 runs; Woods – 2 singles, RBI; Rubenstein –double; (Bryan) Longoria – triple, RBI Wauseon 14 Tinora 4 (6 innings)

WAUSEON – Wauseon totaled 11 hits and scored nine times in the sixth to get a 14-4 run rule win over Tinora.

Thad Reckner paced the Wauseon offense with a 3-4 night and two RBIs and Caleb Kissel had a single and knocked in three runs.

TINORA 000 040 – 4 4 5

WAUSEON 100 229 – 14 11 2

WINNING PITCHER: Alstaetter (5 innings, 4 hits, 4 runs, 2 earned, 3 strikeouts, 4 walks) OTHER: Sherman

LOSING PITCHER: Burchfield (1.2 innings, 9 hits, 9 runs, 8 earned, 1 strikeout, 3 walks) OTHER: Stein

LEADING HITTERS: (Tinora) Stein – double; (Wauseon) Kissel – single, 3 RBIs, 3 runs; Reckner – double, 2 singles, 2 RBIs, 2 runs; Albright – 2 singles, RBI; Russel – single, 2 RBIs, 2 runs

June 21, 2024

North Central 8 Fairview 7

PIONEER – Trailing 7-2 going to their final at bat, the Eagles erupted for six runs to walk-off Fairview 8-7. Clark had two hits and an RBI for the Eagles, Gavin Shockley singled and knocked in two runs, and Brody Taylor delivered the game-winner on an RBI single to left.

FAIRVIEW 011 122 0 – 7 10 3

N. CENTRAL 011 000 6 – 8 7 3

WINNING PITCHER: Nixon (1 inning, 1 hit, 0 runs, 0 strikeouts, 0 walks) OTHER: Gav. Shockley, Poynter

LOSING PITCHER: Mack (6.2 innings, 7 hits, 8 runs, 6 earned, 10 strikeouts, 5 walks)

LEADING HITTERS: (Fairview)

Olinger – triple; Hill – 2 singles, RBI; Mack – 2 singles, RBI; King – 2 singles; (NC) Clark – double, single, RBI; Poynter – double; Gav. Shockley –single, 2 RBIs; St. John – 2 RBIs

PONY LEAGUE

June 19, 2024

Archbold 13U 16, Napoleon 14U 8

Wauseon 13U 21, Evergreen 14U 2

June 20, 2024

Wauseon 14U 24, Delta 1

June 21, 2024

Wauseon 13U 16, Napoleon 14U 6

OTHER SUMMER BASEBALL

June 17, 2024

10U

Wauseon-Red 13, L. Center-Black 3

12U

Archbold-White 17, Montpelier 10

June 18, 2024

10U

Wauseon 9, Holgate 0

June 19, 2024

10U

Wauseon-Red 5, Archbold-Blue 4

12U

Archbold-White 15, Delta 5

June 21, 2024

8U

Pioneer 17 Edon 1 (4 innings)

Pioneer 8U boys came ready to play Friday night in tournament action. The bats started early for Pioneer, ending the game in four innings with a 17-1 victory over Edon. Hitting for Pioneer was Judd Poynter with two in the park homeruns and a single, Oliver Brigle with an inside the park homerun, triple, and a single, Grayson Houk adding a double and two singles, Knox Ryan with a triple and double, Johnse Poynter and Phlloyd Romero each with a double and single, Lukas Dye hitting three singles, Warren Kovar and Owen Shimp both with two singles and Zeke Weible and Zaiden Wheeler both hitting singles.

SUMMER SOFTBALL

June 19, 2024

HIGH SCHOOL

Hilltop 4, Hicksville 3

Hilltop 5, Hicksville 1

June 20, 2024

10U

Bryan-Gold 12, Wauseon-Red 10 June 21, 2024

10U

Montpelier 5, Bryan-Gold 4

STRYKER SOFTBALL ... Emmalee Fulk - Offensive & Defensive MVP; Addalee Fulk - Coaches Award; Raegan Myers - Most Improved.

STRYKER SOFTBALL RECORD HOLDER … Taylore Rethmel - Stryker HS Softball Record 19 K's vs Hamilton, IN HS on April 15th, 2024.

Summer Sports Action (In Photos)

Photos By Jacob Kessler, Renea Kessler & Jenna Frisby - Staff