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By: Chelsie Firestone THE VILLAGE REPORTER While both the nation and the state have seen overall improvements in unemployment rates over the last year, Ohios rates have not enjoyed as much improvement as the nation as a whole as seen. According to statistics released by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services at the end of December, Ohio lost 12,000 jobs in November of this last year. This represents the largest over-the-month decrease of jobs in the nation and puts Ohios over the year growth at 0.4 percent. The nation, in comparison, has shown an increase of 1.7% over the same amount of time. Despite the loss of jobs that Ohio saw over the month of November, the states unemployment rate dropped from 7.5% in October to 7.4% in November as Ohios labor force grew. Whether or not this is a positive sign or a negative sign of growth is difficult to discern as the number of unemployed workers in Ohio remained unchanged at 427,000 between October and November. Nationally, the unemployment rate fell to 7.0%, once again showing Ohio as not meeting the national average. With all other employment categories for the most part cancelling each other in terms of jobs lost and jobs gained, the majority of the jobs lost over the month can be accounted for in the 12,200 jobs lost in the leisure and hospitality industry. Other categories seeing decline were construction (-3600), professional and business services (-1800), financial activities (-1300), other services (-800), and information (-600). Industries showing growth include educational and health services (+4200); trade, transportation and utilities (+3000); and manufacturing (+500). Government employment saw gains in state government (+500) and federal government (+300) that

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December 2013 Checks Out As Colder Than Ohios Unemployment Rate Lags Behind Nation Normal, With January 2014 Upping The Ante But Williams &Fulton Counties Both Hold Steady

WINTER SUNSETS ... A view of a beautiful sunset over Stryker. December 2013 was yet another abnormally cold According to the month- month, with elevated levels ly climatology report from of precipitation. Given the the National Weather Ser- recent heavy snowfall and vice Forecast Office in the subzero wind chills, it North Webster, Indiana, may be a distant memory By: Timothy Kays THE VILLAGE REPORTER

PHOTO COURTESY OF JEFF SPROW

NOW THAT'S ONE BIG FROSTY ... Riley Lane of Wauseon provides this photograph of a towering 16 foot snowman built from the large amounts of snow that fell during the recent snowstorm.

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that the month actually began mildly, with high temperatures in the 40s and 50s for the first five days. The highest temperature of the month was 59 on both the fourth and fifth. This occurred ahead of a strong arctic cold front, which helped establish the very cold air for much of the remainder of December. Average daily temperatures between the 6th and 18th were all below normal, and six of these days had temperatures at least ten degrees below normal. Temperatures did moderate briefly from the 19th to the 22nd but this period also experienced moderate to heavy rainfall, which resulted in moderate flooding across the local area. Over half of the monthly precipitation fell during this period, with 1.56 inches occurring on the 21st, breaking a Fort Wayne record for precipitation on this date. The average temperature for December was 27.4 degrees, which was 1.7 degrees below normal. This ranked as the 37th coldest December on record. The coldest temperature of the month was -4 degrees on the 12th, but look for the Arctic air that has been sliding into the Northern Plains from Canada to begin punching south and east before the end of the second week of January. Having spent several years as a Wisconsin resident I know cold. This is going to be a spell that rivals the winters of Cheesehead, USA. Words and clichs used to describe the upcoming deep freeze are as old as the hills, but thanks to the Canadian Broadcasting Company, we now have a 21st century spin on the deep freeze to come. As the CBC reported on December 31, It doesn't get much more CONTINUED ON PAGE 9

exceed the losses in local government jobs (-200). Mining and logging employment remained unchanged over the month. Counties across Ohio saw unemployment rates ranging from a low of 4.4% in Mercer County to a high of 15.6% in Monroe County. Those counties with the lowest rates in November included Mercer (4.4%), Holmes (4.9%), Auglaize (5.1%), Delaware (5.2%), and Union (5.4%). Counties with the highest rates included Monroe (15.6%), Meigs (12.3%), Pike (12.1%), Scioto (11.2%), and Ottawa (11.1%). Both Williams and Fulton County fell relatively close to the middle of this range with Fulton County seeing a decrease from 7.4% to 7.2% over the course of the month and Williams County improving to meet the national average of 7.0%. In comparison to the rest of the state, both Williams and Fulton County saw substantial growth as Fulton County rose from 36th to 45th among the states 88 counties and Williams county improved from 45th to 52nd. Ohioans wishing to learn more about unemployment benefits or who are in search of a job can visit www.ohiomeansjobs.com. This information in this article and the monthly statistical summaries it is based on are also available at http://jfs. ohio.gov/ocomm. Chelsie Firestone may be reached at [email protected].

Former Wauseon Couple Witness Hope & Healing Through Aftermath Of Filipino Typhoon Yolanda

HUMANITARIAN EFFORT ... Arthur Batilo delivering relief goods (blankets, clothing, and food) to a needy family in Western Visayas December 1, 2013
By: Tammy Allison THE VILLAGE REPORTER Halfway around the world is a family with roots to the small town of Wauseon. In the tropical island nation of the Philippines, live Art and Emily Batilo and their two daughters Rosemarie and Abigail. As the new year dawns bright upon us and their former hometown is covered under a white blanket of snow, thousands in the Philippines are still rebuilding their lives shredded by the wrath of Typhoon Haiyan, known as Yolanda in the Philippines. One of the biggest international newsworthy events of 2013, thousands were killed, many more declared missing, and millions left homeless. This event may seem far removed from our rural snow covered Northwest Ohio, but for the Batilos, they have had the opportunity to witness hope and healing firsthand. Emily shares, When you move to a third world ... CONTINUED ON PAGE 19

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Area Obituaries & Death Notices

Timothy D. Hartsock (1971-2013)
Timothy D. Hartsock, age 42, of Edon, Ohio, died at 2:03 P.M. on Tuesday, December 24, 2013, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident near Edgerton, Ohio. Mr. Hartsock was a 1989 graduate of Edon High School and Four County Joint Vocational School. He was a longtime employee of Plas-Tec in Edon and was a selfemployed jack of all trades with the ability to fix almost anything from working on industrial machinery for local manufacturing plants to excavation and trenching work with his close friend, Doug Michael, to plowing snow for many local businesses and churches. An avid NASCAR fan, Tim enjoyed attending races and was an enthusiastic collector of anything John Deere. Timothy D. Hartsock was born on February 24, 1971, in Montpelier, Ohio, the son of Roger D. and Diana K. (Taylor) Hartsock. He married Linda May (McCullough) Radabaugh on October 21, 1991, in Bryan, Ohio, and she preceded him in death on July 4, 2012. Survivors include his parents, Roger and Diana Hartsock, of Edon; one sister, Becky (David) Ater, of Edon; four stepchildren, Jennifer "Radar" Radabaugh, of Edgerton, Brooke (Troy) Moyer and Becky Radabaugh, both of Edon, and Philip Radabaugh, of Edgerton; his grandmother, Helen Taylor, of Edon; two grandchildren, Marley and Parker Moyer; and a niece and nephew, Michael and Hannah Ater. He was also preceded in death by his grandparents, Duane Taylor and Wes and Orpha Hartsock.

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Phyllis I. Forstie (1928-2014)

Phyllis I. Forstie, 85, of Alma, Michigan and formerly of Montpelier, passed away Wednesday at Mid Michigan Medical Center in Alma. She was born on October 4, 1928 in Montpelier to Jay L. and Della E. (Rohr) Tressler. Phyllis graduated from Montpelier High School in 1945. On December 26, 1979 she married Andrew E. Forstie in Parkersburg, West Virginia, and he preceded her in death on December 5, 1992. Phyllis was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church in Montpelier. She was a past president of the Montpelier Business and Professional Women. She retired in 1984 as an executive secretary at Bombardier Inc. in Duluth, Minnesota. After her retirement she enjoyed spending her time reading and crafting. She is survived by one son Daniel L. Gilbert of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania; one daughter Virginia D. Camp of Alma, Michigan; one daughter in law Diane Gilbert of Montpelier; three step sons Dennis (Sue) Forstie of Riverside, California, Daniel Chuck (Claudia) Forstie of Phoenix, Arizona and Joe (Debra) Forstie of Seattle, Washington; two step daughters Sandra Delmato of Columbus, Ohio and Nancy (Anthony) Schmidt of Goodyear, Arizona; twenty two grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents, husband Andrew and one son Michael Gilbert. There will be a private graveside service for Phyllis in the spring of 2014 at Shiffler Cemetery near Bryan, Ohio. Donations in her memory can be made to St. Jude Childrens Hospital. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.thethompsonfuneralhome. com

Frances M. Startzman (1913-2014)

Frances M. Startzman, 100, of Montpelier passed away Friday evening at the Genesis Health Care Center in Bryan. She was born on January 29, 1913 in Mendon, Ohio to John and Lulubelle (Wagner) Selander. Frances attended Mendon Schools. She was the wife of LeRoy O. Startzman and he preceded her in death in December 1963. Frances was a lifelong member of St. Johns Lutheran Church in Montpelier. She was a house keeper; she worked for a number of years at the Smith House Hotel that was located on Empire St. in Montpelier, before it burned down. She enjoyed crocheting, and had completed many projects over the years. She is survived by two daughters Edna I. Burwell of Adrian, Michigan and Kathleen (Dallas) Manley of Montpelier; one son Dwain (Frances Yuvon) Startzman of Montpelier; one step daughter Donna Stork of Toledo; thirteen grandchildren, twenty six great grandchildren and nine great great grandchildren. Frances was preceded in death by her parents, her husband LeRoy, three brothers, three sisters; step daughter Margarite; one step son Louis Startzman and two grandchildren.

Lyle L. Overly (1950-2013)

Lyle L. Overly, age 63, of Swanton, passed away at his home surrounded by the ones he laughed with, lived for, and loved on December 21st, 2013. He was born in Kenton, OH to the late Arden and Leah (Glock) Overly. Lyle graduated from Kenton High School in 1968 and from the University of Toledo in 1986. Lyle, better known as Mr. O, was a student favorite of Delta Elementary School where he taught 3rd grade for most of his career. His passion for reading and books continued in what he called the perfect postretirement job at Barnes & Noble where he worked since 2007. Lyle had many interests over the years. Growing up it was track and language. Motorcycles always made an appearance in his life and later he traded them for bicycles, he could ride for hours. Travel was always an adventure involving Alaska, Hawaii, and educational camping trips around southern Ohio. The most missed attribute of Lyles, will be his laugh. It was his beacon. He would light up a room with it. Lyle was extremely loving and proud of his family. Left to cherish his memories are his wife, Jacquelyn (VanDyke) Overly; children, Derek Overly, Lydia (Scott) Cornett, Stacy (David) Kemper and Stephany (Anthony) Poindexter; brother Lynn (Linda) Overly; sisters, Jean (Ron Kearns) Peyton and June (Jim) Cappi; grandchildren, Tyler Kemper, Lexi Kemper, Brendan Poindexter, Hailey Poindexter, and Isabella Overly; and faithful canine companion, Truly.

Evelyn Severance (1929-2013)

Dolphus Alan Partin, Sr. (1960-2013)

Dolphus Alan Partin Sr., age 53, of Lexington, KY and formerly of Swanton, passed away December 23, 2013 unexpectedly at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington. He was born in Toledo on May 27, 1960 to the late Dolphus Doc Partin and Catherine (Croley) Partin who survives. Alan was a very accomplished musician and talented in many instruments, including his favorite, guitar. He often played at various locations throughout the Toledo area and around the country. He is survived by his son, Dolphus A. Partin Jr., daughters, Leah Jones and Katelyn Partin; mother, Catherine; brothers, Garry (Peggy) Partin and Tommy E. Partin; four grandchildren and many friends.

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Evelyn Severence, age 84, of Edon, Ohio, died at 2:40 P.M. on Saturday, December 21, 2013 at her residence. Mrs. Severence was a 1947 graduate of Fayette High School, a homemaker, lifelong seamstress, member of the Edon Fire Belles and volunteer EMT for the Edon EMS for nine years. She was a member of the Edon United Methodist church, serving as a Sunday School teacher, choir member and was a member of the Susanna Society. Evelyn was born March 23, 1929, in Fayette, Ohio, the daughter of Clare and Gertrude (Wilcox) Ford. She married Donald Severence on June 15, 1947 in Bryan, Ohio and he preceded her in death. Mrs. Severence is survived by two daughters, Wanda (Wayne) Firestone, of Montpelier and Joyce Psurny, of Edon; a son, Roger Severence, of Kunkle; 10 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; two brothers, A.L. (Val) Ford, of Maumee and Ralph (Margaret) Ford, of Auburn, Indiana and a sister-in-law, Mildred (Elson) Croope, of Holt, Michigan. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Donald, a brother, Ivan Ford and sister, June Leonard.

Mary Lou JoHantgen (1925-2013)

Mary Lou JoHantgen, 88 years, of West Unity, passed away Sunday, December 29, 2013 at Evergreen Manor Nursing Home, Montpelier, where she was a resident. Mary was born October 28, 1925 on the Beatty farm east of West Unity, the daughter of the late George Glenn and Nettie Mae (Kring) Beatty. She was a 1943 graduate of West Unity High School and worked as a typist for the former Willis-Overland in Toledo during WWII. She married Maynard JoHantgen in 1945. In later years, Mary worked in the offices of Dr. Raymond Burrowes and Bly Insurance Agency in West Unity, and as an area leader for Ohio Green Thumb. Mary worked at the Montpelier Senior Center for 14 years, retiring in 2003. She was a very knowledgeable antique collector, refinished furniture and did chair caning as well as running her own antique shop for several years. She was a member of the West Unity United Methodist Church. Surviving are her four children, Susan (Jack) Knost of Charlotte, North Carolina, David (Andrea) JoHantgen of West Unity, Rodney JoHantgen of Waldron, Michigan and Peter JoHantgen of Delaware, Ohio; five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; one sister, Margaret Opicka of Dayton, Ohio; one brother, George Beatty of West Unity. She was preceded in death by her parents, her stepmother, Mae Beatty, one son, John Craig JoHantgen and one sister, Dorothy Beatty Miller. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions to the maintenance and upkeep of the historic German Methodist Episcopal Church in Floral Grove Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family or the online guest book may be signed at www.oberlinturnbull.com
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Janet Bostelman Petarra (1952-2013)

Janet Bostelman Petarra 61, of Pioneer passed away unexpectedly at her home Friday afternoon. She was born August 20, 1952 in Napoleon, Ohio to Albert and Esther M. (Rathge) Bostelman. She graduated from Tinora High School in 1970. Janet married Frank W. Petarra and for 30 years they lived in Las Vegas, Nevada. After Frank died in March of 2010, Janet moved to Pioneer to be closer to her family. She attended St. Johns Lutheran Church in Montpelier. She had been a former member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Defiance County. For the past three years she worked at the Pioneer Pizza Barn. Janet is survived by one brother, Eldon (Debra) Bostelman of Defiance; three sisters, Elaine (Bob) Keinath of Reese, Michigan, Ruth (Bob) Martin) of Pioneer and Betty (John) Burns of Columbia, South Carolina, 11 loving nieces and nephews and 24 great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

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Carol L. Hooser (1950-2014)

Carol L. Hooser, age 63, of West Unity, Ohio, died Thursday, January 9, 2014 at Community Health and Wellness Center in Bryan where she had been a patient. Carol was foreman at the former Fayette Tubular until production relocated and later was a truck driver. Carol Louise Hooser was born November 23, 1950, in Huntington, West Virginia, the daughter of Normal and Mercidis M. (Christian) Hooser. Carol is survived by her stepfather, Joe Schultz, of West Unity; siblings, Glen (Nancy) Hooser, of Blakeslee, Jerry (Judy) Hooser, of Corunna, Indiana, Brenda (Mark) Carter, of Camden, Michigan, Kenny (Judy Bowers) Hooser, of Bryan and Susie Farrell, of Bryan; a step brother, Michael Schultz, her special goddaughter, Tina Clark, of Archbold, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Normal Hooser; mother, Mercidis Schultz and sisters, Violet Knapp and Delores Rosas. Services for Carol L. Hooser have been entrusted to Krill Funeral Service, 860 West Mulberry Street, Bryan, Ohio. A memorial service for Carol will be held at a later date. Condolences may be sent to and the online register signed at www.krillfuneralservice.com.

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Richard A. Walkup (1921-2014)
Richard A. Walkup, 92, of Pioneer passed away early Friday morning at his home, surrounded by his children. He was born on February 8, 1921 in Madison Township to Rue Andrew and Mabel Fern (Kirkinburg) Walkup. Richard attended Pioneer High School. He proudly served his country during WW II as a staff sergeant in the United States Army Air Corps, where he served in the Pacific Theater. On February 6, 1943 he married Mildred E. Cook and she preceded him in death on December 15, 2013. Richard was a Bridgewater Township Farmer. He also retired in 1976 from the State Highway Department as a mechanic after 11 years. Richard was a former member of the North Bridgewater Church of God. He was also a member of the Pioneer American Legion post #307 and a lifetime member of the VFW. He is survived by two sons, Richard (Thelma) Walkup and Robert (Stacey) Walkup all of Pioneer; one daughter Linda (Robert) Kidston of Pioneer; nine grandchildren Alex (Terra) Kidston, Zack (Kelsie) Kidston, Lizzy Kidston, Steve (Angi) Walkup, Nicky Walkup, Ron Walkup, Ben (Laura) Walkup, Ed (Michele) Walkup and Sally (Paul) Paepke; seventeen great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren; and one sister Eileen Miller of Jackson, Michigan. Richard was preceded in death by his parents and his wife of 70 years, Mildred.

Floyd Emerson Opdycke (1918-2014)

Floyd Emerson Opdycke, 95, of rural Fayette, died early Monday morning, January 6, 2014, at his home. He was born April 15, 1918, in Gorham Township, to the late Waldo Emerson and Ella Anna (Weber) Opdycke. He married Hutoka Alice Gerig on May 31, 1942, in West Unity, OH, and she survives. Floyd was a life-long resident and farmer in the Fayette area. In addition to his passion for farming, he enjoyed hunting, fishing trips in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, mushroom hunting, crop tours, tile ditching, and frequent visits to the casino. Floyd was the last surviving member of the "garden club". Surviving in addition to his wife, Hutoka, are their seven children, James Wayne Opdycke of Archbold, OH, Lee Waldo (Marilyn) Opdycke of Fayette, Larry Ray Opdycke of Fairbanks, AK, Donald Floyd (Joan) Opdycke of Alvordton, OH, Ella Marie (Allan) Lichtenwald of Archbold, Connie Sue (Ken) Wagner of Fayette, and Lyle Lynn "Butch" (Linda) Opdycke of Fayette; 21 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren with one on-the-way. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Willard, Dale, and Wayne Opdycke; and a grandson, Chris Opdycke.

Williams County Humane Society

Makenna Makenna is a 2 year old female. She is a brindled Labrador mix. Makenna is a super friendly and lovable pup. Her best friend and kennel mate is her brother Jack. Makenna would love a home where she has plenty of room to play outside and a nice warm spot in a house to rest. Sarah Sarah is a young adult female with soft medium length hair. She is a friendly cat who is not stand offish at all. Sarah enjoys being held and loved on and would do well in a home with children.
For more information, call or visit the Williams County Humane Society at 09464 County Road 13, Bryan, Ohio 43506, (419) 636-2200.

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Larry Wayne Schlosser (1942-2014)

Larry Wayne Schlosser, 71, a lifelong resident of Montpelier passed away Thursday afternoon at Genesis Healthcare Center in Bryan. He was born on August 23, 1942 in Bryan to Carl Floyd and Wilma Carlene (Beck) Schlosser. Wayne attended Montpelier High School. He retired in 2002 from Powers and Sons. Wayne is survived by one daughter Teresa (Jim) Hickman of Montpelier; four sons William Schlosser, Carl Schlosser, Don (Jennifer) Schlosser and Sam (Cindy) Schlosser, all of Montpelier; eight grandchildren; two great grandchildren; three brothers Dean (Charlene) Schlosser of Montpelier, Thomas (Holly) Schlosser of Montpelier and Floyd (Colleen) Schlosser of Edon; and one sister Patricia Schlosser of Montpelier. He was preceded in death by his parents and two grandsons. The family will hold a memorial service at a later date. Donations may be made in Waynes memory to the Restoration Church, 9119 Christy Road Defiance, Ohio 43512. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Thomspon-Geesey Funeral Homes, Montpelier. Online condolences can be left for the family at www. thethompsonfuneralhome.com

Agnes M. Miller (1945-2013)

Agnes M. Miller, age 68, of Wauseon, passed away at her home early Tuesday morning, December 31, 2013. She was born in Big Clifty, KY on May 2, 1945 to the late Cless Willis and Marie (Decker) Willis. On January 27, 1965 she was united in marriage to Samuel J. Miller and shared 49 years together. Agnes was an avid gardener and loved flowers of all kinds. One of her fondest hobbies was playing cards, which usually involved trips to the casino and games of solitaire at home. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her son, Steve Miller. Along with her husband, Sam, Agnes is survived by her daughter, Tonya (Ken) Cranford of Louisville, KY; grandchildren, Brittany Vincent and Brandon Cranford; great grandson, Jayden Vincent; and many loving brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, nieces and nephews. Those wishing an expression of sympathy are asked to consider contributions to a charity of the donors choice in her memory. Please visit our website at www.barnesfuneralchapel.com to send condolences to Agnes family.

Letters to the Editor

Letter To The Editor
STORY: Wauseon Woman Takes It To The Streets And Spreads The Christmas Spirit This story was followed by my wife and I in North Carolina. Linda Wurns is a very close friend of ours. We worked with her at AVI Food Systems when we lived in Ohio. We could not be any prouder of our friend and hope to be in Ohio next year to help with this project. There are many people that can learn a lot of from her and whenever she puts her mind to something, its wide open go! We are saving all the clothes, coats and shoes we no longer wear to give to her. She is a miracle worker in our eyes. - Don & Beverly Miller

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STORY: Opera Singer & Wauseon Native Robert Kerr Performs at the 36th Annual Kennedy Center Honors in Washington D.C. I am so pleased you wrote the article on Mr. Kerr. I admire his determination,courage and drive to follow his dream. He gives credit to his hometown and mentioned some of his teachers who influenced him. My daughter also is following her dream and she also gives credit to her home town and the profound effect some of the teachers in Wauseon had on her. Wauseon be proud of your town and be thankful for our teachers. Be aware of whoever you are that you too can have a influence on the children and adults in Wauseon. A simple hello, a wave or a smile, maybe something you say may be the catalyst to motivate someone to pursue their dreams. - Diane Freytag

Dale Allen Hornung (1925-2014)

Dale Allen Hornung, 88 years, of West Unity, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2013, at Community Hospitals and Wellness Centers, Bryan. Dale was born November 9, 1925, in Highland Township, Defiance County, Ohio, the son of the late Arthur C. and Blanche M. (Kellermier) Hornung. He was a 1944 graduate of West Unity High School. Dale was a WWII Army Infantry Veteran, involved in the Battle of the Bulge. He married Linda A. Miller on June 9, 1990 in West Unity. Dale was the owner of Dale's Sinclair Service Station in West Unity, retiring in 1992. He formerly was a part owner of John Deere Agency in Montpelier and Swanton, selling his portion of the business prior to purchasing the service station. He was a life member of the West Unity American Legion Post #669 as well as the DAV, Montpelier Moose Lodge 312, Montpelier Eagles Aerie #2246 and the Bryan Amvets Post #54. Dale enjoyed gardening and canning and freezing the produce of his garden, golfing, bowling and sharing his dry wit. Surviving is his wife, Linda of West Unity; five children, Allen (Sherry) Hornung of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, DeeAnne Hornung of Van Wert, Ohio, Sandra (Dennis) Kleman also of Van Wert, Ohio Michael (Christy) Borton of Waterville, Ohio, Jeremy (Lisa) Borton of Bryan, Ohio; 15 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Wilford "Bill" Hornung and Lawrence Hornung and two sisters, Violet Stucky and Faith Davis.

David E. Pitts, Sr. (1937-2014)

David E. Pitts, Sr., 76, of Pioneer, and formerly of Somerset, Michigan, passed away Wednesday afternoon at Genesis Health Care Center in Bryan. He was born on July 9, 1937 in Hillsdale, Michigan to Earl and Helen (Duncan) Pitts. David proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He married Mary Lou Alexander and she proceeded him in death in 2009. David was a hardworking man who loved spending time with his family. He was also an avid listener of Elvis Presley. For many years he was a Bryan Times newspaper carrier in Pioneer, who was very dedicated and particular. He drove three routes on his golf cart 6 days a week. David is survived by one daughter Julie A. Christian of Bryan; two sons, David E. Pitts Jr. of Bryan and Steven (April) Stuckey-Pitts of Stryker; one sister Marcia Pitts of Hillsdale, Michigan; two step children Glenn Dale Croy of Montpelier and Virginia Ann (Robert) McColpin of Robertsonville, Illinois; fifteen grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Mary Lou Pitts and one daughter Karen Newberry.

Gary & Carolyn Fidler Celebrate 60 Year Anniversary

The 60th wedding anniversary for Archbolds Gary and Carolyn (Grime) Fidler will be celebrated on January 16th (formerly of Stryker). Children are Jeff and wife Marie of Leo, IN; David of Kenosha, WI; Tim and wife Melanie of Archbold; Amy Fidler-Morr and husband Greg of Wauseon. They have nine grandchildren and three great-grandsons. Gary is retired from The Ohio Art Company and Carolyn a retired homemaker. Friends are invited to join the family and congregation at the 9:30 church service at Archbold United Methodist Church on Sunday, January 19.

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C.B.S. Study Club Hosts December Meeting With Unique Program

The C.B.S. Study Club enjoyed a holiday meeting at the home of Frank and Beverly Perkins. A catered lunch by Mojos was shared by all the members and five guests. A unique program was presented by the Program Committee. A history of several popular Christmas songs was told and then after each one the group sang the hymns. Two special birthdays were shared by Mary Hutchison and Butch Stantz. Many articles of food for the food pantry were collected. All enjoyed the fellowship at the beautifully decorated home of the Perkins.

Tamara L. Bomar (1964-2013)

Tamara L. Bomar, age 49, of Delta passed away early at home Friday morning December 27, 2013 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Toledo on August 25, 1964 to the late Russel McGovern and Brenda (Zahner) McGovern who survives. Tamara graduated from Springfield High School in 1982. On July 12, 1996 she married

Fulton County Sportsmen's Club

Annual Coon Supper

Friday, January 17, 2014
Serving from 5:00 pm - 2:00 am
Coon, Beef, Venison, Meatloaf, Chili & Other Game
The Coon Supper includes two main drawing tickets, door prize ticket, your beverage of choice and all you care to eat and drink.

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Nora Sallows To Offer Painting Classes At Fulton County Senior Center

Nora Sallows of DancingLightStudio.com will teach painting on Mondays in January (13th and 27th) and February at the Fulton County Senior Center. Join us and create a different painting each week from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. No painting experience is needed. Nora will teach you. Supplies are provided for a fee of $15 for each class. Classes will run from 4 to 6 weeks, depending on interest. This art class is open to any resident of Fulton County, age 60 and over. We are located at 240 Clinton Street in Wauseon. Reserve your spot for one class or all six by calling Sherry Fry at 419-337-9299 or email Sherry at sfry@ fultoncountyoh.com . Sign up by Tuesday, December 31st.

Christopher Bomar. She worked over 15 years as an assembler in the aerospace division of Parker Hannifin in Metamora; earning the nickname Aerospace Princess by her coworkers. Tamara was a home body by description who enjoyed spending quality time with her family and following her children in their various school activities. She and Chris were blessed with three boys, Dustin, Christopher and Nicholas Bomar all of Delta. Also surviving is her mother, Brenda of Toledo; sisters, Wendy Rainey and Tracy McGovern both of Toledo; nieces, nephews and her faithful canine companions, Abby, Zoey and Rocky.

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(Dec. 22) Turn signal, warning (Dec. 22) Left of center, OVI, citation (Dec. 22) Speed, warning (Dec. 22) Speed, citation (Dec. 22) Suspicious person (Dec. 22) Vandalism (Dec. 23) Civil matter (Dec. 23) Medical emergency (Dec. 23) Illegal dumping (Dec. 23) Medical emergency (Dec. 24) Stop Sign, warning (Dec. 24) Stop sign, warning (Dec. 24) Speed, warning (Dec. 26) Domestic violence (Dec. 26) Lockout (Dec. 27) Medical emergency (Dec. 27) Criminal damaging (Dec. 27) Expired operator license, citation (Dec. 27) Theft of gas (Dec. 27) Warrant served (Dec. 28) Alarm (Dec. 28) Burglary (Dec. 29) Medical emergency (Dec. 29) Medical emergency (Dec. 29) Speed, warning (Dec. 29) Unruly juvenile (Dec. 30) Keep the peace (Dec. 30) Wellbeing check (Dec. 30) Drive off (Dec. 30) Dog at large (Dec. 30) Lock out (Dec. 31) Left of center, warning (Jan. 1) Lock out (Jan. 1) Curfew violation, warning (Jan. 1) Curfew violation, warning (Jan. 1) Curfew violation, warning (Jan. 1) Turn signal, warning (Jan. 1) Agency assist (Jan. 1) Speed, warning (Jan. 1) Drive off (Jan.. 2) Lock out (Jan. 2) Lock out (Jan. 2) Lock out (Jan. 2) Assist (Jan. 2) Property damage crash (Jan. 3) Medical emergency (Jan. 3) Bad checks (Jan. 3) Funeral escort (Jan. 3) Suspicious person (Jan. 4) Parking complaint, drugs (Jan. 4) Assist medic (Jan. 4) Agency assist (Jan. 5) Turn signal, warning (Jan. 5) Left of center, warning (Jan. 5) Disabled vehicle (Jan. 5) Property damage crash MONTPELIER P.D. (Dec. 22) 3:09 a.m. - Jeremiah Spangler, 31, of 122 Empire St. Montpelier, was arrested for driving under suspension. (Dec. 28) 1:00 a.m. - Shawna Leann Spence, 31, of 526 Lafayette St. Montpelier, was arrested for OVI and no operated license. (Dec. 29) 2:25 a.m. - Brandon L. Zuber, 27, of 408 S. East Ave. Montpelier was arrested OVI. (Jan. 2) 8:10 p.m. - Robert P. Miller, 51, of 323 S. Jonesville St. Montpelier, was arrested for animal at large, offensive dogs, unlicensed animal. FAYETTE P.D. Weekly reports not received by press deadline. WAUSEON POLICE (Dec. 19) 230 Clinton St., accident (Dec. 19) 840 W. Elm St. unit 1307, neighborhood trouble (Dec. 19) 363 W. Elm St. unit 2, domestic trouble (Dec. 19) 112 Depot St., stolen property (Dec. 19) 1170 Shoop Ave., suspicious person (Dec. 20) 200B W. Elm St., disabled vehicle (Dec. 20) 400B N. Fulton St., suspicious person (Dec. 20) 715 Pine St., animal call (Dec. 20) 840 Parkview, accident (Dec. 20) Ottokee St. at Airport Hwy, disabled vehicle (Dec. 20) E. Oak St., lost and found, recovered (Dec. 20) 1285 N. Shoop Ave unit 82, scam (Dec. 20) 1056 N. Ottokee St., investigate complaint (Dec. 20) 519 Cherry St., debris in road (Dec. 20) 1160 N. Shoop Ave., accident (Dec. 20) 826 Burr Rd., welfare check (Dec. 20) 485 E. Airport Hwy, larceny (Dec. 21) 124 N. Fulton St., alarm drop (Dec. 21) 398 S. Shoop Ave., investigate complaint (Dec. 21) 495 E. Airport Hwy, theft of gas (Dec. 21) 485 E. Airport Hwy, larceny (Dec. 21) 1207 N. Shoop Ave., non injury accident (Dec. 21) 485 E. Airport Hwy., theft (Dec. 21) 485 Airport Hwy., larceny (Dec. 21) 248 N. Fulton St., disorderly conduct (Dec. 22) 485 E. Airport Hwy., alarm drop (Dec. 22) 1495 N. Shoop Ave., alarm drop (Dec. 22) Douglass Dr. at Dwight Ave., investigate sink hole in pavement (Dec. 22) 330 Enterprise Ave, 911 hang up, contact made in person (Dec. 22) 542 Third St., larceny of person items in vehicle (Jan. 1) 238 Maple St., animal call (Dec. 22) 485 E. Airport Hwy, (Jan. 2) 425 Cole St. Unit 101, larceny 911 call, contact made in person (Dec. 22) 1000B N. Shoop Ave., (Jan. 2) 220 McKinley St., 911 possible drunk walking in roadhang up call, contact made in way person (Dec. 22) 230 Clinton St., civil (Jan. 2) N. Ottokee St at West Dr., matter accident (Dec. 23) 810 N. Shoop Ave., ani(Jan. 2) 800B N. Shoop Ave., dismal call abled vehicle (Dec. 23) 485 E. Airport Hwy, in(Jan. 2) 328 Barbara Dr., assault vestigate complaint (Jan. 2) 230 Clinton St., missing (Dec. 23) 119 N. Fulton St., Alarm person drop (Jan. 3) 119 N. Fulton St., acci(Dec. 23) 840 W. Elm St., fight dent, property damage (Dec. 23) 1480 N. Shoop Ave., (Jan. 3) 222 Depot St., 911 hang investigate complaint up call, contacted in person (Dec. 23) 496 E. Airport Hwy., (Jan. 3) 840 W. Elm St. 1401, theft trespassing (Dec. 23) 542 Ottokee St., larceny (Jan. 3) 527 Cherry St., check on (Dec. 23) E. Oak St. at N. Shoop welfare driver Ave., disabled vehicle (Jan. 3) 1496 N. Shoop Ave., in(Dec. 23) 840 W. Elm St. unit vestigate complaint 1104, 911 hang up, contact made (Jan. 3) 400B Detwiler Dr., invesin person tigate complaint (Dec. 23) 1115 N. Ottokee St., (Jan. 3) 515 Parkview, alarm drop suspicious vehicle (Jan. 3) 485 E. Airport Hwy, lar(Dec. 23) 810 N. Shoop Ave., doceny mestic trouble (Jan. 4) 840 W. Elm St. Unit 808, (Dec. 23) 1265 N. Shoop Ave., civil loud noise matter (Jan. 4) 840 W. Elm St., Unit 302, (Dec. 23) 230 Clinton St., civil domestic trouble matter (Jan. 4) 248 N. Fulton St., found (Dec. 23) 485 E. Airport Hwy., acitem cident (Jan. 4) 1299 N. Shoop Ave., (Dec. 23) 615 Ottokee St., animal alarm drop call (Jan. 4) 147 N. Franklin St., ju(Dec. 24) 704 Fairway Dr. Apt. veniles 311, domestic trouble (Jan. 4) 444 Marshall St., civil (Dec. 24) 240 Hickory St., investi- matter gate complaint (Jan. 4) 840 W. Elm St., unit 702, (Dec. 24) 810 N. Shoop Ave., larmental ceny (Jan. 4) 200B S. Shoop Ave., reck(Dec. 25) E. Superior St. at S. less operation. Shoop Ave., possible water break (Jan. 4) 485 E. Airport Hwy, lar(Dec. 25) S. Shoop Ave at Orth ceny Rd., welfare check (Jan. 4) 840 Parkview, alarm drop (Dec. 25) 555 W. Linfoot St., sus(Jan. 4) 151 S. Fulton St., narcotpicious vehicle ics (Dec. 25) 311 Beech St., loose dog (Jan. 4) 302 Joanna Dr., suspi(Dec. 25) 516 E. Chestnut St., cious vehicle suspicious activity (Jan. 5) 400 B Airport Hwy, dis(Dec. 25) 230 Clinton St., found abled vehicle item (Jan. 5) 400 B Marshall St., traffic (Dec. 26) 151 Fulton St., dog at jam or block large (Jan. 5) 1000 N. Glenwood Ave., (Dec. 26) 840 W. Elm St. unit 703, disabled vehicle fight (Jan. 5) 840 W. Elm St. unit 805, (Dec. 26) 870 W. Elm St., vandalaccidental shooting ism (Jan. 6) 1300 B. N Glenwood Ave. (Dec. 26) 300B E. Oak St., investi- (Jan. 6) 710 Wauseon Senior Vilgate complaint lage, welfare check (Dec. 27) 230 Clinton St., tele(Jan. 6) 219 W. Leggett, family phone harassment trouble (Dec. 27) 455 E. Airport Hwy, ac(Jan. 6) 200B W. Linfoot St., discident abled vehicle (Dec. 27) 230 Clinton St., narcot(Jan. 6) 570 Woodside Ct., vehicle ics blocking city plows (Dec. 27) 625 N. Shoop Ave., hit (Jan. 6) 1120 N. Shoop Ave., Unit & skip 15, welfare check (Dec. 27) 1442 N. Shoop Ave., (Jan. 6) 840 W. Elm St. Unit 1005, larceny welfare check (Dec. 27) 441 E. Superior St. (Jan. 6) 1120 Shoop Ave., suspi(Dec. 27) 118 Hickory St., domescious person tic trouble (Jan. 6) 1120 Shoop Ave., suspi(Dec. 28) 230 Clinton St., lost and cious person found, recovered (Jan. 7) 854 S. Shoop Ave., alarm (Dec. 28) 1200 N. Shoop Ave., drop investigate complaint (Jan. 7) 725 S. Shoop Ave., dis(Dec. 28) 1200 N. Shoop Ave., abled vehicle larceny (Jan. 7) 700B Lawrence Ave., dis(Dec. 28) 495 E. Airport Hwy, acabled vehicle cident, injury (Jan. 7) 625 N. Shoop Ave., crash (Dec. 28) 828 N. Shoop Ave., in(Jan. 7) N. Shoop at E. Elm St., vestigate complaint accident, property damage (Dec. 28) 495 E. Airport Hwy., (Jan. 7) 485 E. Airport Hwy, intheft vestigate complaint (Dec. 28) 840 E. Airport Hwy unit (Jan. 7) 1120 Shoop Ave unit 15, 500, loud noise 911 hang up, contact made in (Dec. 29) 218 S. Franklin St., doperson mestic trouble (Jan. 7) 400 B N. Fulton St., ac(Dec. 29) Bayes St. at W. Linfoot cident St., suspicious vehicle (Jan. 7) 200 Jefferson St., unit 2, (Dec. 29) 485 E. Airport Hwy., hit welfare check & skip (Jan. 8) 1369 N. Shoop Ave., sus(Dec. 29) 220 Jefferson St. unit 2, picious person investigate complaint (Jan. 8) E. Oak St. at N. Fulton (Dec. 29) 1375 N. Shoop Ave., St., suspicious vehicle vehicle fire (Jan. 8) 485 E. Airport Hwy., ac(Dec. 29) 230 Clinton St., larceny cident (Dec. 29) 485 E. Airport Hwy., (Jan. 8) N. Shoop Ave at E. Oak theft St., disabled vehicle (Dec. 29) 840 Elm St., unit 1000 (Jan. 8) E. Oak St. at N. Shoop (Dec. 30) 147 N. Franklin St., Ave., disabled vehicle juveniles (Jan. 8) 840 W. Elm St., trespass(Dec. 30) 940 E. Leggett St., alarm ing drop (Jan. 9) 485 E. Airport Hwy, ve(Dec. 30) 810 N. Shoop Ave., larhicle fire ceny (Jan. 9) 1375 N. Shoop Ave., ac(Dec. 30) 495 E. Airport Hwy, cident property damage larceny (Jan. 9) 485 E. Airport Hwy.,, 911 (Dec. 30) 205 Commercial St., hang up, contact made in person. alarm drop (Jan. 9) 221 Greco Dr., investigate (Dec. 30) 1180 N. Shoop Ave., 911 complaint. hang up call, contact made in WAUSEON FIRE person DEPARTMENT (Dec. 30) 721 Wauseon Senior Vil(Dec. 16) 522 N. Fulton St., ill lage, investigate complaint subject (Dec. 30) 1180 N. Shoop Ave., (Dec. 16) 1125 N. Shoop Ave., fall drunk (Dec. 16) 500 Haven Dr., Arch(Dec. 31) 437 W. Elm St., suspibold, ill subject cious activity (Dec. 31) 485 E. Airport Hwy., bad (Dec. 17) 840 W. Elm St., domestic check, forgery (Dec. 17) 415 Cole St. unit 2, lift (Dec. 31) 1497 N. Shoop Ave., assist open container (Dec. 31) 285 E. Linfoot St., alarm (Dec. 18) 721 S. Shoop Ave., ill subject drop (Dec. 31) 1285 N. Shoop Ave., unit (Dec. 18) 721 S. Shoop Ave., ill subject 75, loud noise (Dec. 18) St. Hwy. 108 & Co. Rd. (Jan. 1) 721 Fairway Dr., loud S, injury accident noise (Dec. 18) 1324 N. Shoop Ave., call (Jan. 1) 267 Enterprise Ave., 911 cancelled hang up call, contact made in (Dec. 19) 550 W. Linfoot St., seiperson zures (Jan. 1) 267 Enterprise Ave., 911 (Dec. 19) Co Rd. J & Co. Rd. 10-2, hang up call, contact made in injury accident (Dec. 19) 16901 Co. Rd. F, ill subject (Dec. 20) 723 Third St., ill subject (Dec. 20) injured subject (Dec. 20) 14614 Co. Rd H, injured subject (Dec. 20) 257 Jefferson St., smoke investigation (Dec. 20) 615 Cherry St., ill subject (Dec. 20) 250 E. Linfoot St., ill subject (Dec. 21) 521 Dame St., Pettisville, ill subject (Dec. 21) 124 N. Fulton St., alarm malfunction (Dec. 21) 715 E. Leggett St., ill subject (Dec. 21) 620 Spruce St., ill subject (Dec. 21) 11291 Co. Rd. E, ill subject (Dec. 21) 13228 Co. Rd. H, Toledo Edison Pole Fire (Dec. 21) 7856 St Hwy. 108, ill subject (Dec. 21) 1207 N. Shoop Ave., injury accident (Dec. 21) Pearl and S. East St., call cancelled (Dec. 22) 133 E. Willow St., difficulty breathing (Dec. 22) 8135 St. Rt. 108, alarm malfunction (Dec. 22) 485 E. Airport Hwy, alarm malfunction (Dec. 22) Ohio Turnpike 37 mile marker, Delta, vehicle fires (Dec. 22) 845 Hemlock St., ill subject (Dec. 22) 546 Third St., possible broken bone (Dec. 22) 403 Edgewood Dr., injured subject (Dec. 23) 215 E. Williams St., Archbold, full arrest (Dec. 23) 1285 N. Shoop Ave. 7, ill subject (Dec. 24) 614 Douglas Dr., lift assist (Dec. 24) 12108 Co. Rd. 11-2, call cancelled (Dec. 24) 18103 Co. Rd. C, fire (Dec. 24) 16381 Co. Rd. K, car vs pole (Dec. 26) 708 Wauseon Senior Village, lift assistance (Dec. 26) 8135 St. Rt. 108, injury accident (Dec. 26) 320 S. Franklin St., ill subject (Dec. 26) 7407 Co. Rd. 18-1, northing found WILLIAMS COUNTY SHERIFF (Dec. 25) 1:15 a.m. - Tonya M. Alexandrowski, Montpelier, was arrested for domestic violence. (Jan. 1) 8:02 a.m. - Tiffani J. Grieser, Archbold, was traveling east on State Route 34, near County Road 17.25, when she went left of center and came to rest in the ditch on the north side on State Route 34. (Jan. 8) Troy G. Beck of Hudson, MI. was traveling on County Road 21N, 4/10th of a mile north of US 20A in Millcreek Township, when he traveled too far to the right striking a snow bank causing the rear of his vehicle to swing out left of center and strike the front of a vehicle driven by Dean Stuckey of West Unity. Beck was cited for failure to control. FULTON COUNTY SHERIFF Sheriff Roy E. Miller announces that the Fulton County Sheriffs Office conducted 60 hours of a High Visibility Blitz in December of 2013. Deputies who work this Blitz on various dates and times during the month of December made 65 traffic stops and issued 9 citations. The citations were issued for speed violations, stop sign violation, expired plates, possession of marijuana, and for operating a vehicle while impaired (OVI). The High Visibility Blitz is paid from a grant that the Sheriffs Office has received from the Ohio Department of Public Safety. Sheriff Miller and his deputies are dedicated to protecting the citizens of Fulton County and the motorists who travel its highways. This grant allows extra patrol to enforce the traffic laws that will increase the safety of motorists on the roadway in the areas that are prone to a higher number of serious and fatal crashes. HIGHWAY PATROL (Dec. 25) The Defiance Highway Patrol Post is investigating a two vehicle fatal traffic crash that occurred today at approximately 12:45 PM. The traffic crash happened in the intersection of County Road 4 and County Road F 50 in Saint Joseph Township in Williams County. Casey Kline, age 33, of Edon, Ohio was driving a 2001 Yellow Mercury Cougar westbound on County Road F 50. Douglas C. Michael, age 61, of Edon, was driving a Red 2002 Pontiac Sunfire northbound on County Road 4. Timothy D. Hartsock, age 42, of Edon, Ohio was the front seat passenger in the vehicle with Mr. Michael ... CONTINUED ON PAGE 5

EDON P.D. (Dec. 23) 911 hang up call (Dec. 24) Warning, speed (Dec. 24) Warning, no operators license on person (Dec. 24) Warning, rapid acceleration (Dec. 24) Agency assist (Dec. 24) Odor investigation (Dec. 24) Warning Speed (Dec. 24) Citizen assist (Dec. 24) Citizen assist (Dec. 26) Suspicious person (Dec. 27) Citation speed (Dec. 27) Warnings speed (Dec. 27) Warnings speed (Dec. 27) Warnings speed (Dec. 27) Warnings speed (Dec. 27) Agency assist (Dec. 27) Agency assist (Dec. 27) Citizen assist (Dec. 28) Family dispute (Dec. 28) Citizen assist (Dec. 29) Citizen assist (Dec. 29) Dog at large (Dec. 30) Citizen assist (Dec. 30) Warning, no headlight (Dec. 30) Warning, one headlight (Dec. 30) Warning, speed (Jan. 2) Warning, no trailer lights (Jan. 2) Citizen assist STRYKER P.D. (Dec. 13) Traffic warning, speed (Dec. 13) Traffic warning, speed (Dec. 13) Agency assist (Dec. 14) Loud music (Dec. 14) Information report (Dec. 14) Traffic citation, DUS (Dec. 14) Agency assist (Dec. 15) Open door, commercial (Dec. 16) Parking complaint (Dec. 16) Traffic warning, speed (Dec. 17) Well being check (Dec. 17) Keep the peace (Dec. 17) Accident, property damage (Dec. 18) Civil complaint (Dec. 18) Traffic warning, headlights required (Dec. 19) Well being check (Dec. 19) Traffic warning, headlights required (Dec. 20) Citizen assist (Dec. 20) Citizen assist (Dec. 20) Found property (Dec. 20) Traffic warning, headlights required (Dec. 20) Keep the peace (Dec. 20) Citizen assist (Dec. 22) Traffic warning, stop sign (Dec. 22) Disabled vehicle (Dec. 22) Accident, private property (Dec. 23) Medic assist (Dec. 23) Alarm, commercial (Dec. 24) Well being check (Dec. 25) Traffic citation, speed (Dec. 25) Traffic citation, speed (Dec. 27) Traffic warning, stop sign (Dec. 27) Drug complaint (Dec. 28) Information report (Dec. 28) Fire (Dec. 29) Traffic warning, headlights required (Dec. 29) Unruly juvenile (Dec. 29) Medic assist (Dec. 30) Breaking and entering, theft (Dec. 30) OVI (Dec. 31) Traffic citation, no operators license (Jan. 1) Traffic citation, failure to control (Jan. 1) Traffic warning, stop sign (Jan. 3) Citizen assist (Jan. 4) Citizen assist (Jan. 4) Traffic warning, headlights required (Jan. 5) Traffic warning, stop sign (Jan. 5) Traffic warning, left to center (Jan. 5) Citizen assist (Jan. 7) 911 hang up PIONEER P.D. Weekly reports not received by press deadline. WEST UNITY P.D. (Dec. 16) Lost property (Dec. 17) Traffic crash, operating without reasonable control, citation (Dec. 18) Medic assist (Dec. 18) Alarm (Dec. 19) Telephone harassment (Dec. 19) Drive off (Dec. 20) Suspicious person (Dec. 20) Marked lanes, warning (Dec. 20) Left of center, warning (Dec. 21) Speed, warning (Dec. 21) Left to center, OVI, citation (Dec. 21) Keep the peace (Dec. 22) Expired plates, warning

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Mr. Kline ran the stop sign at the intersection of County Rd 4 and County Rd F 50 and his vehicle struck the Pontiac Sunfire in the passenger door. Mr. Klines vehicle came to rest in a field on the northwest side of the intersection. Mr. Michaels vehicle came to rest on the northwest side of the intersection after striking a utility pole. Mr. Hartsock was pronounced dead at the scene. He was not wearing a seatbelt. Mr. Michael was transported to Parkview Hospital in Ft. Wayne, Indiana by Lutheran Air. He was not wearing a seatbelt. Mr. Kline was not injured. He was wearing a seatbelt. It does not appear alcohol and/ or drugs played a role in the traffic crash. The traffic crash remains under investigation. WILLIAMS COUNTY TRAFFIC Kyle I . Fields, Bryan, OH. Stop Sign. Waived amount: 150.00. Jason B. Middleton, Pioneer, OH. Fictitious Registration. Waived amount: 250.00. Jeannie A. Hicks, Bryan, OH. Turn Signal. Waived amount: 150.00. Jeannie A. Hicks, Bryan, OH. Expired Plates. Waived amount: 125.00. Austin L. Jinnings, Stryker, OH. 30/20 speed. Waived amount: 175.00. Marc S. Ferguson, Bryan, OH. 53/35 speed. Waived amount: 130.00. Kylie J. Shidler, Montpelier, OH. Lighted Lights. Waived amount: 150.00. Keith A. Keesbury, Bryan, OH. DUS/OLF. Fine: 250.00, Costs: 79.00. Operator license suspended from 11/28/2013 to 12/28/2013. Keith A. Keesbury, Bryan, OH. 65/55 speed. Dismissed with costs: 40.00. David L. Jones, Stryker, OH. Violation of Lanes/Lines. Waived amount: 150.00. Brittany L. Jones, West Unity, OH. Lanes of Travel. Fine: 25.00, Costs: 86.00. Donald E. Vermillion, Bryan, OH. Expired Operator License. Waived amount: 155.00. Donald E. Vermillion, Bryan, OH. No Headlights. Waived amount: 155.00. Garry L. Courtney, Bryan, OH. 70/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Angela Shadel, Montpelier, OH. Expired Plates. Fine: 35.00, Costs: 79.00. Kelly A. Strauss, Montpelier, OH. Assured Clear Distance Ahead. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Barbara A. Kinney, Bryan, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 79.00. Robert J. Potts, Montpelier, OH. Tag/Sticker Violation. Fine: 35.00, Costs: 79.00. Joshua D. Nester, Edon, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 150.00. Sandra L. Zuvers, Bryan, OH. Assured Clear Distance Ahead. Waived amount: 150.00. Ashley A. Slattman, Bryan, OH. 52/35 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Colin M. Dallas, Archbold, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Ryan P. Nofziger, West Unity, OH. Expired License. Waived amount: 150.00. Grant S. Counts, Montpelier, OH. Expired Plates. Waived amount: 125.00. Edith M. Tennant, Bryan, OH. Expired Plates. Waived amount: 125.00. Robert R. Bowling, Edon, OH. Registration Violation. Waived amount: 125.00. Robert R. Bowling, Edon, OH. 73/55 speed. Waived amount: 86.11. Kody R. Dell, Edon, OH. Stop Light. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Logan T. Riehle, Edgerton, OH. Marked Lanes. Waived amount: 150.00. Curtis G. Spengler, Archbold, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Jamie C. Hausch, Bryan, OH. OVI/Under Influence. Arraignment. Jamie C. Hausch, Bryan, OH. Left of Center. Waived amount: 150.00. Adam D. Parsons, Edgerton, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Leticia R. Mora, Bryan, OH. 67/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Michael D. Burkhart, Bryan, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Trevar E. Bechtol, Montpelier, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 150.00. Lee W. Armstrong, Stryker, OH. Expired Operator License. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 85.00. Katelyn J. Whitlock, Stryker, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 150.00. Jessica Bitz, Bryan, OH. Expired Operator License. Waived amount: 150.00. William C. Siebeneck, Montpelier, OH. Assured Clear Distance Ahead. Waived amount: 150.00. Jesse Clark, Montpelier, OH. 70/55 speed. Waived amount: 150.00. Sherri Jeffries, Bryan, OH. Improper Start/Backing. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Brittney S. Kindinger, Pioneer, OH. Expired Plates. Waived amount: 125.00. Jack D. Trowbridge, Bryan, OH. Failure to Yield/Private DriveRoad. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Dock V. Pigmon, Edgerton, OH. Driving Under Suspension. Arraignment. Dorsey D. Dargartz, Bryan, OH. Operator License Suspended. Arraignment. Dorsey D. Dargartz, Bryan, OH. Expired Plates. Waived amount: 125.00. Jonuh D. Ramos, Montpelier, OH. No Operator License. Fine: 150.00, Costs: 79.00. Victoria S. McClaine, Montpelier, OH. OVI. Fine: 650.00, Costs: 95.00. Jail: 20, Costs: 17. Operator license suspended from 11/24/2013 TO 05/23/2014. First Timers Retreat within 90 days. Vacate ADM license suspension and fees. Victoria S. McClaine, Montpelier, OH. Turn Signal. Dismissed with costs: 40.00. Casey F. Hull, Bryan, OH. Disorderly. Waived amount: 180.00. Chris L. Bowers, Pioneer, OH. Driving Under Suspension. Fine: 500.00, Costs: 97.00. Jail: 90, Suspended: 90. Operator License suspended from 08/28/2013 to 09/27/2013. Chris L. Bowers, Pioneer, OH. Stop Sign. Dismissed with costs: 40.00. Walee Saiyasisongkhram, Bryan, OH. OVI/Under Influence. Dismissed. Walee Saiyasisongkhram, Bryan, OH. No Plate Light. Fine: 25.00, Costs: 84.00. Matthew A. Quota, Bryan, OH. Safety Disregard. Fine: 500.00, Cost: 90.00. Jail: 20, Costs: 17. No future violations within next 2 years. Vacate ADM fees. Matthew A. Quota, Bryan, OH. Failure to Control. Dismissed with costs: 40.00. Matthew A. Quota, Bryan, OH. Expired Operator License. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 40.00. Andrea Kohlbeck Jones, Montpelier, OH. 48/35 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Andrea Kohlbeck Jones, Montpelier, OH. Operator License Suspended. Arraignment. Malorie J. Ely, Bryan, OH. 66/55 speed. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Melissa A. Lukaszek, West Unity, OH. 68/55 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 84.00. Jessica R. Culler, Bryan, OH. 69/55 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Jennifer M. Cluckey, Montpelier, OH. 65/55 speed. Waived amount: 130.00. Adrian J. Fritch, Montpelier, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 150.00. Monte E. Breen, Bryan, OH. Following Close. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Troy R. Layman, West Unity, OH. Improper Pass. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Pamela Seiler, Fayette, OH. 45/35 speed. Fine: 40.00, Costs: 85.00. Sean A. Nichols, Stryker, OH. Failure to Yield Right of Way. Fine: 65.00, Costs: 85.00. Jeffrey L. Storrs, Fayette, OH. 68/55 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Chelsey R. Fitzcharles, Edgerton, OH. 66/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Scott E. Warner, Edgerton, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Robert J. Potts, Montpelier, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 79.00. Brittany N. Zuver, West Unity, ,OH. Lanes of Travel. Waived amount: 130.00. Austin J. Shellenburger, Bryan, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Ezra B. Miller, West Unity, OH. 79/55 speed. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Janelle E. Sponsler, Bryan, OH. 40/25 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Amanda M. Klempner, Edon, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Andrea K. Kohlbeck, Montpelier, OH. Driving Under Suspension. Arraignment. Andrea K. Kohlbeck, Montpelier, OH. Improper Registration. Waived amount: 125.00. Ashlynn N. Kerby, Pioneer, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 84.00. Brent J. Krill, Stryker, OH. 84/70 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Susan D. Botkin, Bryan, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Angel M. Soto, Stryker, OH. Failure to Reinstate. Fine: 200.00, Costs: 85.00. Operator license suspended from 12/12/2013 to 01/11/2014. Jeffery D. Gearig, Montpelier, OH. Failure to Yield Private Drive. Waived amount: 150.00. Sean Roose, Bryan, OH. Failure to Reinstate. Fine: 250.00, Costs: 79.00. Operator license suspended from 12/26/2013 to 03/26/2014. Sean Roose, Bryan, OH. Expired Plates. Fine: 35.00, Costs: 40.00. Kylie J. Shidler, Montpelier, OH. Temporary Inst Permit. Arraignment. Kylie J. Shidler, Montpelier, OH. Lighted Lights. Waived amount: 150.00. Vincent A. Rios, Bryan, OH. 72/55 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 84.00. T.C.A. Perry, Bryan, OH. OVI/ Under Influence. Dismissed. T.C.A. Perry, Bryan, OH. OVI/ Breath Low. Fine: 650.00, Costs: 84.00. Jail: 20, Suspended: 17. Operator license suspended from 12/15/2013 to 06/13/2014. No future violations within next 2 years. First Timers Retreat program within 90 days. Vacate ADM license suspension and fees. T.C.A. Perry, Bryan, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Maigan N. Brust, Bryan, OH. Assured Clear Distance Ahead. Fine: 65.00, Costs: 85.00. Kristin N. Harter, Edgerton, OH. Stop Sign. Waived amount: 155.00. Andrea K. Kohlbeck, Montpelier, OH. 68/55 speed. Waived amount: 150.00. Derek J. Schweigel, Bryan, OH. Expired Plates. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Jeremy D. Crisenbery, Montpelier, OH. Expired Plates. Waived amount: 125.00. Logan R. Olson, Bryan, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Johnny R. Thrailkill, Montpelier, OH. Failure to Yield/Intersection. Fine: 65.00, Costs: 85.00. Bryan J. Foltz, Edgerton, OH. Failure to Display Operators License. Fine: 150.00, Costs: 85.00. Derek J. Devers, Bryan, OH. OVI/Under Influence. Dismissed. Derek J. Devers, Bryan, OH. OVI/Breath Low. Fine: 650.00, Costs: 84.00. Jail: 20, Suspended: 17. Operator license suspended from 12/14/2013 to 06/12/2014. First Timers Retreat program within 90 days. Vacate ADM license suspension and fees. Derek J. Devers, Bryan, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 40.00. Sierra N. Nagel, Bryan, OH. Assured Clear Distance Ahead. Fine: 65.00, Costs: 85.00. Shannon E. Siler, Blakeslee, OH. Expired Operator License. Fine: 200.00, Costs: 85.00. Zachary L. Walsh, Montpelier, OH. OVI/High. Arraignment. Zachary L. Walsh, Montpelier, OH. Reckless Operation. Waive amount: 150.00. Stephen D. Adkins, Archbold, OH. No Operator License. Fine: 200.00, Costs: 92.00. Stephen D. Adkins, Archbold, OH. Violation of Lanes/Line. Dismissed with costs: 40.00. John W. Haddix, Edon, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 90.00. David R. Humbarger, Montpelier, OH. OVI/Under Influence. Fine: 650.00, Costs: 90.00. Jail: 20, Suspended: 17. Operator license suspended from 12/02/2013 to 05/31/2014. No future violations within next 2 years. First Timers Retreat program within 90 days. Vacate ADM license suspension and fees. David R. Humbarger, Montpelier, OH. Violation of Lanes/Line. Dismissed with costs: 40.00. Colton M. Stiltner, Bryan, OH. No Operator License. Fine: 200.00, Costs: 79.00. Christina J. Rupp, Archbold, OH. Passenger Seat Belt. Fine: 20.00, Costs: 40.00. Barbara M. Roby, Kunkle, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Keri A. Saaf, Bryan, OH. Operator License Expired. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 79.00. Taylor J. Elder, Edgerton, OH. Tag/Sticker Violation. Waived amount: 125.00. Lloyd D. Tidball, Bryan, OH. FRA Suspension. Fine: 500.00, Costs: 79.00. Operator license suspended from 12/26/2013 TO 03/26/2014. Lloyd D. Tidball, Bryan, OH. Expired Plates. Fine: 35.00, Costs: 40.00. Sean Roose, Bryan, OH. FRA Suspension. Fine: 250.00, Costs: 79.00. Operator license suspended from 12/26/2013 to 03/26/2014. Vincent A. Rios, Bryan, OH. 72/55 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 84.00. Leakhena Suon, Wauseon, OH. 70/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Don E. Vermillion, Bryan, OH. Expired Operator License. Waived amount: 150.00. Don E. Vermillion, Bryan, OH. No Headlights. Waived amount: 111.11. Garrison D. Foust, Bryan, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. James A. Singer, Pioneer, OH. Driving Under Suspension/OLF. Fine: 100.00, Costs: 79.00. Terry J. Miller, Bryan, OH. Improper Start/Back. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. John C. Kralicek, Bryan, OH. Temporary Inst Permit. Fine: 150.00, Costs: 79.00. John C. Kralicek, Bryan, OH. 48/25 speed. Fine: 80.00, Costs: 40.00. Shelley A. Cook, Bryan, OH. FRA Suspension. Arraignment. Leslie F. Kelley, Montpelier, OH. Failure to Reinstate. Fine: 250.00, Costs: 79.00. Operator license suspended from 12/19/2013 Tto03/19/2014. Hee J. Song, Bryan, OH. 43/25 speed. Fine: 65.00, Costs: 85.00. Elsie L. Gray, Bryan, OH. Expired Plates. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Charles J. Hantz, Edon, OH. 42/25 speed. Waived amount: 130.00. Ray W. Connin, Bryan, OH. 50/35 speed. Fine: 40.00, Costs: 85.00. Leon C. Degroff, West Unity, OH. Expired Plates. Waived amount: 130.00. Shane Kazimier, Bryan, OH. Assured Clear Distance Ahead. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Codie R. Haskell, West Unity, OH. OVI/.08 Breath. Arraignment. Codie R. Haskell, West Unity, OH. Lanes of Travel. Waived amount: 125.00. Michelle Gillespie, West Unity, OH. 50/35 speed. Fine: 40.00, Costs: 85.00. Mary J. Anthony, Bryan, OH. OVI/Under Influence. Arraignment. Mary J. Anthony, Bryan, OH. OVI/Refusal. Arraignment. Mary J. Anthony, Bryan, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 150.00. Mary A. Hart, Montpelier, OH. Assured Clear Distance Ahead. Fine: 65.00, Costs: 85.00. Cody Elliot, Montpelier, OH. No Parking Zone. Waived amount: 150.00. Jeremiah C. Spangler, Montpelier, OH. Driving Under Suspension. Fine: 1000.00, Suspended: 800.00, Costs: 90.00. Jail: 30, Suspended: 30. Lisa M. Miller, Bryan, OH. Stop Sign. Costs only: 79.00. Spencer A. Wagnitz, Bryan, OH. OVI/Under Influence. Fine: 650.00, Costs: 84.00. Jail: 20, Suspended: 17. License suspended from 12/23/2013 to 06/21/2014. No future violations within next 2 years. First Timers Retreat program within 90 days. Vacate ADM license suspension and fees. Spencer A. Wagnitz, Bryan, OH. No Headlights. Fine: 35.00, Costs: 40.00. Spencer A. Wagnitz, Bryan, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Floyd P. Wells, Edgerton, OH. RR Crossing. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 85.00. Betty L. Tanner, Bryan, OH. 67/55 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Taylor M. Merillat, Fayette, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 150.00. Michael T. Lovejoy, Bryan, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Randall S. Rowan, Stryker, OH. 66/55 speed. Fine: 80.00, Costs: 79.00. Randall S. Rowan, Stryker, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. Tishie Bernath, Montpelier, OH. 70/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Robert D. Sovine, Stryker, OH. Operator License Suspended. Arraignment. Nolan W. Short, West Unity, OH. 88/55 speed. Fine: 115.00, Costs: 85.00. Donald R. Crites, Bryan, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Benjamin D. Montague, West Unity, OH. 66/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Douglas D. Lichenwald, Fayette, OH. Tag/Sticker Violation. Waived amount: 125.00. Naomi N. Kolovich, Bryan, OH. 66/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Mary E. Ordway, Edon, OH. 68/55 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Robert B. Delbecq, Bryan, OH. 40/25 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Angela Shadel, Montpelier, OH. Expired Plates. Waived amount: 125.00. Tyson M. Short, Stryker, OH. 52/35 speed. Fine: 65.00, Costs: 85.00. Kevin C. Franks, Pioneer, OH. 90/70 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Susan K. Reese, Montpelier, OH. Improper Start/Backing. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Elaine K. Hake, Montpelier, OH. 40/25 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Valerie J. Lam, Pioneer, OH. Stop School Bus. Found Not Guilty. James L. Hesselschwardt, Edgerton, OH. 44/25 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Candice C. Kaiser, Bryan, OH. 36/25 speed. Fine: 40.00, Costs: 85.00. Rosa M. Wheeler, Bryan, OH. 40/25 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Angela L. Hayes, Montpelier, OH. Expired Plates. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Tyson M. Snyder, Bryan, OH. 50/35 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Kenneth P. Goebel, Bryan, OH. 55/35 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Danon S. Petit, Blakeslee, OH. 50/35 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Sean M. Moskwa, Bryan, OH. Expired Operator License. Fine: 35.00, Costs: 79.00. Sean M. Moskwa, Bryan, OH. Expired Plates. Fine: 35.00, Costs: 40.00. Adam G. Chamberlain, Montpelier, OH. OVI/Breath Low. Arraignment. Adam G. Chamberlain, Montpelier, OH. Anti-Noise. Waived amount: 150.00. Brandon L. Zuber, Montpelier, OH. OVI/Under Influence. Arraignment. Brandon L. Zuber, Montpelier, OH. Stop Sign. Waived amount: 150.00. Shawna L. Spence, Montpelier, OH. OVI/Breath High. Fine: 1200.00, Suspended: 600.00, Costs: 90.00. Jail: 180, Suspended: 120. Operator license suspended from 12/28/2013 to 12/28/2014. Recovery Services of NW Ohio. Vacate ADM license suspension and fees. Shawna L. Spence, Montpelier, OH. No Drivers License. Fine: 100.00, Costs: 40.00. Levi G. Good, Styker, OH. OVI/ Breath High. Fine: 575.00, Costs: 90. Jail: 20, Suspended: 14. 12/30/2013 to 06/28/2014. No future violations within next 2 years. First Timers Retreat program within 90 days. Vacate ADM license suspension and fees. Levi G. Good, Stryker, OH. Lanes of Travel. Fine: 35.00, Costs: 40.00. Lori K. Carlin, Edgerton, OH. 69/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Alan E. Waterfield, III, Bryan, OH. OVI/Under Influence. Arraignment. Alan E. Waterfield, III, Bryan, OH. Stop Sign. Waived amount: 150.00. Emily S. Willitzer, Bryan, OH. 41/25 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. WILLIAMS COUNTY CRIMINAL NEWS David L. Brenneman, Bryan, OH. Disorderly. Waived amount: 280.00. Kelly J. Mitchell, Bryan, OH. Criminal Damaging. Arraignment. Kelly J. Mitchell, Bryan, OH. Disorderly Conduct. Arraignment. Kelly J. Mitchell, Bryan, OH. Criminal Tresspass. Arraignment. Christina R. Perez, Montpelier, OH. Domestic Violence. Arraignment. Gene E. Ferrell, Bryan, OH. Theft. Fine: 250.00, Suspended: 250.00, Costs: 94.00. Jail: 180, Suspended: 150. No future violations within next 3 years. Restitution of $39.97 by 90 days after released from jail to prosecutor. Jail credit for time served so far. Gene E. Ferrell, Bryan, OH. Theft. Fine: 250.00, Suspended: 250.00, Costs: 94.00. Jail: 180, Suspended: 150. No future violations within next 3 years. Restitution of $209.88 by 90 days after released from jail to prosecutor. Jail credit for time served so far. Mark A. Gigax, Montpelier, OH. Aggravated Menacing. Fine: 500.00, Costs: 278.00. Jail: 180, Suspended: 120. No future violations within next 3 years. No contact with victims. Jesse J. Sims, Montpelier, OH. Assault. Fine: 250.00, Costs: 235.00. Jail: 180, Suspended: 177. No future violations within next 3 years. No contact with victim. CONTINUED ON PAGE 6

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Jesse J. Sims, Montpelier, OH. Resisting Arrest. Fine: 250.00, Costs: 45.00. Jail: 90, Suspended: 90. No future violations within next 3 years. Jesse J. Sims, Montpelier, OH. Disorderly. Dismissed with costs: 40.00. Morgan M. McCandless, West Unity, OH. Underage Consumption. Arraignment. Morgan M. McCandless, West Unity, OH. Criminal Damage. Arraignment. Seth P. Saladin, Montpelier, OH. Underage Consumption. Fine: 100.00, Costs: 85.00. Seth P. Saladin, Montpelier, OH. Criminal Damage. Fine: 250.00, Costs: 45.00. Jail: 30, Suspended: 30. Seth P. Saladin, Montpelier, OH. Criminal Trespass. Fine: 250.00, Costs: 45.00. Jail: 30, Suspended: 30. Coral Gibson, Edon, OH. Failure to File Registration (dog) (5 counts). Waived amount: 125.00 (each count). Britanie A. Neill, West Unity, OH. Theft. Arraignment. Lonnie A. Richmond, Montpelier, OH. Disorderly Conduct. Fine: 96.00, Costs: 79.00. Tamara Pelland, Bryan, OH. Failure to File Registration (dog). Fine: 50.00, Costs:79.00. Cory Lewis, Bryan, OH. Dog at Large. Fine: 50.00, Costs:79.00. Cory Lewis, Bryan, OH. Dog at Large. Fine: 100.00, Costs:79.00. Cory Lewis, Bryan, OH. Failure to File Registration (dog). Fine: 50.00, Costs:40.00. Robert L. Norman, Bryan, OH. Drug Paraphernalia. Waived amount: 175.00. Robert L. Norman, Bryan, OH. Possession. Waived amount: 175.00. Christian Gilbert, Alvordton, OH. Drug Paraphernalia. Waived amount: 175.00. Christian Gilbert, Alvordton, OH. Possession. Waived amount: 175.00. Tammy M. Lantz, Bryan, OH. Passing Bad Checks (2 counts). Arraignment. Joyce Hout, Pioneer, OH. Passing Bad Checks. Fine: 100.00, Costs: 84.00. Jail: 30, Suspended: 30. Terry Steffes, Montpelier, OH. Fine: 100.00, Costs: 84.00. Jail: 30, Suspended: 30. No future violations within next 2 years. Natasha Oliver, Edon, OH. Passing Bad Checks. Arraignment. Frank Downing, Pioneer, OH. Passing Bad Checks. Arraignment. Brian Burk, Pioneer, OH. Passing Bad Checks (2 counts). Fine: 100.00 each count, Costs: 84.00 and 45.00. Jail: 30, Suspended:30 on each count. No future violations within next 2 years. Restituion $74.48 and $55 by 1-3-14 to prosecutor. Kristie D. Evans, Pioneer, OH. Passing Bad Checks (2 counts). Arraignment. Jorge Casares, Bryan, OH. Disorderly Conduct. Fine: 96.00, Costs: 79.00. James C. Hemminger, III, Montpelier, OH. Open Container Motor Vehicle. Fine: 90.00, Costs: 85.00. Kenneth R. Farley, Montpelier, OH. Criminal Damages. Arraignment. Kenneth R. Farley, Montpelier, OH. Vehicle Trespass. Arraignment. Billy M. Farley, Montpelier, OH. Theft. Arraignment. Billy M. Farley, Montpelier, OH. Vehicle Trespass. Arraignment. Dylan L. Collins, Pioneer, OH. Possession. Fine: 150.00, Costs: 40.00. Operator license suspended from 12/19/2013 to 06/17/2014. Agency to destroy contraband. Dylan L. Collins, Pioneer, OH. Disorderly. Fine: 100.00, Costs: 79.00. Casey F. Hull, Bryan, OH. Disorderly. Waived amount: 180.00. Kenny R. Farley, Montpelier, OH. Theft. Arraignment. Kenny R. Farley, Montpelier, OH. Vehicle Trespass. Arraignment. Billy M. Farley, Montpelier, OH. Theft. Arraignment. Billy M. Farley, Montpelier, OH. Criminal Damaging. Arraignment. Billy M. Farley, Montpelier, OH. Vehicle Trespass. Arraignment. Billy M. Farley, Montpelier, OH. Vehicle Trespass. Arraignment. Zachary L. Walsh, Montpelier, OH. Underage Consumption. Arraignment. Zachary L. Walsh, Montpelier, OH. Open Container Motor Vehicle. Waived amount: 175.00. Teri L. Cooley, Bryan, OH. Theft. Fine: 350.00, Costs: 84.00. Jail: 180, Suspended: 90. No future violations within next 5 years. Defendant is not to go to Wal-Mart for 5 years. Brian Rupp, Stryker, OH. File City Tax 10. Fine: 200.00, Suspended: 200.00, Costs: 79.00. Jail: 30, Suspended: 30. No future violations within next 2 years. Spencer A. Wagnitz, Bryan, OH. Drug Paraphernalia. Fine: 150.00, Costs: 79.00. Operator license suspended from 12/26/2013 to 06/24/2014. Agency to destroy contraband. Spencer A. Wagnitz, Bryan, OH. Possession. Fine: 150.00, Costs: 40.00. Operator license suspended from 12/26/2013 to 06/24/2014. Andrea K. Kohlbeck, Montpelier, OH. Drug Paraphernalia. Fine: 90.00, Costs: 85.00. Anna Johnson, Bryan, OH. Failure to File Registration. Fine: 25.00, Costs: 79.00. Anna Johnson, Bryan, OH. Dog at Large/1st Offense. Fine: 25.00, Costs: 40.00. Anna Johnson, Bryan, OH. Failure to File Registration (2nd charge). Fine: 25.00, Costs: 40.00. Anna Johnson, Bryan, OH. Dog at Large/1st Offense (2nd charge). Fine: 25.00, Costs: 40.00. Trevor Green, Edon, OH. No Deer Permit. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Trevor Green, Edon, OH. License/Fraud. Fine: 160.00, Costs: 140.00. Leslie F. Kelley, Montpelier, OH. Drug Paraphernalia. Found Not Guilty. Leslie F. Kelley, Montpelier, OH. Possession. Found Not Guilty. Jeffrey A. Stiltner, Bryan, OH. Criminal Trespass. Fine: 100.00, Costs: 84.00. Jail: 30, Suspended: 30. No future violations within next 2 years. Not to return to Shaffers for 2 years. Tonya M. Alexandrowski, Montpelier, OH. Domestic Violence. Arraignment. Luther B. Mears, II, Pioneer, OH. Domestic Violence. Fine: 350.00, Costs: 360.00. Jail: 180, Suspended: 150. No future violations within next 5 years. No violent or threatening contact with victim. Hands Down Domestic Violence Program. No alcohol. Kristina Allen, West Unity, OH. Passing Bad Checks (2 counts). Fine: 50.00, Costs: 88.00 (each count). Melissa M. Turner, Montpelier, OH. Passing Bad Checks. Arraignment. Stephanie L. Corron, Bryan, OH. Passing Bad Checks. Arraignment. Benjamin J. Ludeman, Fayette, OH. Aggravated Menacing. Arraignment. Nathan S. Meyers, West Unity, OH. Domestic Violence. Arraignment. Vicki Cornell, Edon, OH. Failure to File Registration (9 counts). Waived amount: 125.00 (each count). Britanie A. Neill, West Unity, OH. Theft. Arraignment. Lonnie A. Richmond, Montpelier, OH. Disorderly Conduct. Arraignment. Crystal M. Conforti, Bryan, OH. Theft. Fine: 150.00, Costs: 85.00. Jail: 180, Suspended: 170. No future violations within next 2 years. Not ever to return to Wal-Mart. at ODRC, and up to 3 years postrelease control. Counts I and II shall run concurrently. Count III will run consecutively to the sentences for Count I and II. Credit for 54 days already served. Michael C. Barnes Burglary, a 3rd degree felony. 3 years community control. 180 days at CCNO. In case of violations, the court can impose a sentence of 18 months at ODRC and up to 3 years postrelease control. Restitution of $82.00 to victim. $750 fine. Enter and complete the SEARCH program. 200 hours of community service. Obtain and maintain full-time employment after release from SEARCH. Shall not enter any establishment where alcohol is sold or consumed by the glass. Shall not possess or consume any form of alcoholic beverage. Scott Rice Domestic Violence, a 4th degree felony. 3 years community control. In case of violations, can impose a sentence of 17 months at ODRC, and up to 3 years post-release control. 200 hours of community service. $750 fine. Comply with treatment recommendations of Recovery Services of NW Ohio, including Anger Management classes. Shall not enter any establishment where alcohol is sold or consumed by the glass. Shall not possess or consume any form of alcoholic beverage. Paul Grizzle Grand Theft, a 4th degree felony. 3 years community control. CCNO for 180 days. In case of violations, the court can impose a sentence of 17 months at ODRC, and up to 3 years postrelease control. Maintain full-time employment. 200 hours of community control. Pay restitution of $47,525 to victim. Shall not enter any establishment where alcohol is sold or consumed by the glass. Shall not possess or consume any form of alcoholic beverage. Shane J. Chestnut Count I Violating a Protection Order, a 5th degree felony, ODRC for 10 months, and up to 3 years postrelease control. Count II Menacing by Stalking, a 4th degree felony, ODRC for 10 months, and up to 3 years post-release control. Sentences shall run concurrent to each other. Amanda McCormick Community control violation. 60 days at CCNO. Credit for 22 days already served. Anthony McCoy Community control violation. Original sentence for the charge of Having Weapons While on Disability, a 3rd degree felony imposed. 30 months at ODRC, and up to 3 years post-release control. Credit for 39 days already served. Ashley K. Hasch Community control violation. Original sentence for the charge of Aggravated Possession of Drugs, a 5th degree felony, is imposed. 11 months at ODRC, and up to 3 years postrelease control. Credit for 39 days already served. James R. Wilson, Swanton, OH. Driving Under Suspension. Arraignment. Kyle S. Plotner Non-support of Dependents, a 5th degree felony. Sentenced to 2 years community control and a reserved sentence of 11 months ODRC. Defendant shall not enter any bar or tavern or consume alcohol. James K. Long Count I, Receiving Stolen Property, a 4th degree felony, and Count II, Receiving a Stolen Special Purchase Article or Articles, a 5th degree felony. ODRC 17 months for Count 1, and 11 months for Count II. Sentences to be served concurrently. Christopher L. Wainscott, Wauseon, OH. Disorderly Conduct. Arraignment. Nathan L. Whitehead, Archbold, OH. Domestic Violence. Arraignment. Logan K. Mack, Swanton, OH. Possession of Alcohol. Fine: 100.00, Costs: 70.00. No violation until 21 years of age. Seized property forfeited to Village of Delta. Taryn E. Sheffer, Delta, OH. No Dog License. Arraignment. Taryn E. Sheffer, Delta, OH. Confine Dog. Arraignment. Don Burghardt, Delta, OH. Loose Dog. Fine: 25.00, Costs: 70.00. Michael J. Pole, Archbold, OH. 75/55 speed. Waived amount: 188.00. Larry J. Welch, Delta, OH. Assured Clear Distance Ahead. Waived amount: 190.00. Jesus Torres, Archbold, OH. Signal Lights. Waived amount: 125.00. Daniel R. Meier, Delta, OH. 67/55 speed. Waived amount: 157.00. Tony D. Murphy, Wauseon, OH. 74/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Kyle E. Stewart, Wauseon, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 182.00. Courtney D. Steiner, Wauseon, OH. 71/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Tim L. Bowser, Delta, OH. 71/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Michael R. Porvaznik, Jr., Wauseon, OH. 68/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Keith L. Leininger, Wauseon, OH. Assured Clear Distance. Waived amount: 182.00. Robert A. Booth, Wauseon, OH. 68/55 speed. Waived amount: 157.00. Penny R. Corry, Swanton, OH. 70/55 speed. Waived amount: 130.00. Brenda L. Hildreth, Delta, OH. 70/55 speed. Waived amount: 157.00. Lawrence H. McClarren, Delta, OH. Seatbelt Driver. Waived amount: 73.00. Raydene E. Stine, Delta, OH. 59/40 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Janice J. Schroeder, Archbold, OH. 68/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Markes B. Bannister, Wauseon, OH. 65/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Kirk A. Dickerson, Delta, OH. 75/55 speed. Waived amount: 157.00. Caitlyn G. Friess, Delta, OH. 68/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Marilyn F. Laycock, Delta, OH. 68/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Mindy R. McQueen, Delta, OH. 70/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Taryn L. Schmitz, Lyons, OH. 72/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Ian P. Cody, Archbold, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 182.00. Stacey R. VanDock, Wauseon, OH. 75/55 speed. Waived amount: 157.00. Marlene K. Burkert, Swanton, OH. 74/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Anthony J. Jensen, II, Wauseon, OH. 77/55 speed. Waived amount: 157.00. Scott R. Roberts, Delta, OH. 67/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Yvonne D. Carlo, Delta, OH. 38/25 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Emily R. Alemaar, Swanton, OH. Seatbelt Driver. Waived amount: 73.00. Stephanie F. Collinson, Wauseon, OH. 65/55 speed. Waived amount: 157.00. Pamela R. Cronberger, Swanton, OH. 74/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Richard J. Manz, Archbold, OH. Seatbelt Driver. Waived amount: 73.00. James L. Meyers, Swanton, OH. 65/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Jason M. Tracy, Archbold, OH. 67/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Jimmie J. Walter, Delta, OH. Unsecured Load. Waived amount: 117.00. Jordan Taylor, Wauseon, OH. Traffic Device. Waived amount: 117.00. Alan Fisher, Swanton, OH. Driving Under Suspension. Arraignment. Jose R. Avelares, Wauseon, OH. Violation out of SRV. Dismissed. Jose R. Avelares, Wauseon, OH. Equipment Violation. Waived amount: 117.00. William E. Smith, Bryan, OH. 84/70 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. John K. Barkhimer, Swanton, OH. 69/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Raymond S. Brint, Swanton, OH. 69/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Matthew J. Lane, Wauseon, OH. 70/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00.

WILLIAMS COUNTY DOMESTIC COURT WILLIAMS COUNTY Reona Rau, Alvordton, OH, verSENTENCING sus James Rau, Bryan, OH. ComBenjamin K. Maag Count 1, plaint for divorce granted. Trafficking in Heroin, a 5th degree Mary L. Eicher, Montpelier, OH, felony, 3 years community control. versus David A. Eicher, Hicksville, 180 days CCNO. Operator license OH. Complaint for divorce granted. suspended for 1 year. In case of Heather Gilbert, Bryan, OH, violation, sentence of 11 months versus Jason Gilbert, Stryker, OH. ODRC and up to 3 years post- Complaint for divorce granted. release control can be imposed. 39 days credit to any ODRC senWILLIAMS COUNTY tence for time already served. EnMARRIAGE LICENSES ter and successfully complete the Zebulon D. Lillard, age 29, InSEARCH Program and follow all dustrial Maintenance, and Stacy recommendations including after- L. Shoup, age 28, Associate Brand care. Successfully complete the Manager, both of Montpelier, OH. Williams County Intensive ProbaSteven M. Meadows, age 31, Lation Program. Attend a substance borer, and Tammy J. Brown, age abuse/mental health assessment 44, Supervisor, both of Bryan, OH. and comply with treatment recommendations made from that asFULTON COUNTY sessment. 200 hours community COURT NEWS service. Restitution of $100 to the MAN Unit. Shall not enter any esFULTON COUNTY tablishment where alcohol is sold CRIMINAL NEWS or consumed by the glass. Shall Nathaniel E. Reeser, Pioneer, not possess or consume any form OH. Check Fraud. Arraignment. of alcoholic beverage. Count II, Tammy L. Hall, Wauseon, OH. Possession of Heroin, a 5th degree Tax Return. Dismissed. felony, 3 years community control. Kenyan D. Richardson, 180 days CCNO. In case of viola- Wauseon, OH. Felonious Assault. tion, sentence of 11 months ODRC Case bound over to Common and up to 3 years post-release Pleas Court. $25,000 bond. No control can be imposed. Sentenc- contact order. es to be served consecutively. Timothy Holbrook, Montpelier, Anthony W. McCoy Domestic OH. Indicted on 12-17-13 on one Violence, a 3rd degree felony, 24 count of Possession of Heroin, a months at ODRC, up to 3 years 5th degree felony. post-release control. Credit for 39 Brendon V. Rendon, Wauseon, days already served. OH. Disorderly Conduct (2 counts). Thomas C. Geesey Count I Dismissed with costs: 78.00 (both Burglary, a 3rd degree felony, 9 counts). months at ODRC, and up to 3 James R. Wilson, Swanton, OH. years post-release control. Count Possession of Marijuana. ArraignII Burglary, a 3rd degree felony, ment. 9 months at ODRC, and up to 3 James R. Wilson, Swanton, OH. years post-release control. Count OVI. Arraignment. III Theft from an Elderly Person, James R. Wilson, Swanton, OH. a 5th degree felony, 11 months 48/40 speed. Arraignment.

FULTON COUNTY TRAFFIC NEWS Shawn D. Ferguson, Wauseon, OH. 69/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Michael A. Montague, Fayette, OH. 69/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Robert Lane, Delta, OH. 51/35 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Steven J. Zalecki, Swanton, OH. OVI/Under Influence. Arraignment. Aaron T. Klopenstein, Delta, OH. Seatbelt/Driver. Waived amount: 81.00. Wilberth D. Reyes-Ortaga, Wauseon, OH. Stop Sign. Fine: 47.00, Costs: 88.00. Antonio J. Dehnbostel, Wauseon, OH. Traffic Device. Waived amount: 125.00. Jason R. Howard, Wauseon, OH. Traffic Device. Waived amount: 125.00. Kevin D. Short, Stryker, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 190.00. Debra A. Villalovos, Wauseon, OH. Expired Plates. Waived amount: 125.00. Benjamin L. Wagner, West Unity, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 190.00. Roy E. Miller, Delta, OH. Traffic Device. Waived amount: 125.00. Torrie L. Flores, Wauseon, OH. Stop Sign. Waived amount: 125.00. Dustin Blevins, Stryker, OH. Failure to Yield Right of Way. Waived amount: 125.00. Freddie Argueta, Fayette, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 37.00. Karen A. Gainor, Wauseon, OH. Traffic Device. Waived amount: 190.00. Scott Phillips, Wauseon, OH. Traffic Device. Waived amount: 125.00. Neil C. Rocha, Archbold, OH. 80/55 speed. Fine: 102.00, Costs: 80.00. Cherissa V. Shroder, Delta, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 182.00. Albert P. Stites, Wauseon, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 102.00, Costs: 80.00. Tracy J. Finch, Delta, OH. 62/50 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Lloyd Ramos, Delta, OH. Failed to Yield. Waived amount: 182.00. Matherine Mazani, Delta, OH. 62/50 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Cory W. McGuire, Wauseon, OH. 62/50 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Janae M. Hernandez, Wauseon, OH. 75/55 speed. Waived amount: 188.00. Joel S. Stier, Archbold, OH. 66/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Lucas J. Hartson, Wauseon, OH. Seatbelt/Driver. Waived amount: 81.00. Sara C. Lemley, Stryker, OH. 82/55 speed. Waived amount: 238.00. Jason A. Marvin, Bryan, OH. 68/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Donna L. Buehrer, Archbold, OH. Failure to Yield. Waived amount: 190.00. Jeffrey M. Kohrman, Archbold, OH. 75/55 speed. Waived amount: 188.00. FULTON COUNTY Sheridan M. Bilen, Archbold, DOMESTIC COURT OH. 70/55 speed. Waived amount: April C. Cochran, Swanton, OH, 135.00. and Ronald Cochran, Swanton, Matthew R. Gomez, Pettisville, OH. Petition for dissolution of OH. 49/35 speed. Waived amount: marriage granted. 125.00.

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impressive than being as cold as a distant planet for a day. Winnapeg, the capitol of the Canadian province of Manitoba, gained that dubious honor on the last day of 2013. According to the NASAs Curiosity Rover, Mars reached a maximum temperature of 29 degrees below zero Celsius on December 31, a temperature Winnipeg reached shortly before 3 pm local time. Although our area will not experience that level of cold whose familiarity is now shared by Marvin the Martian and the good citizens of Winnapeg, we may well be seeing a stretch where the high temperatures fail to reach zero Fahrenheitwhich on the Celsius scale is -17.778 degrees. Precipitation for the month was 2.86 inches, or 0.09 inches above normal. This ranked as the 36th wettest December on record. Snowfall for December was 9.9 inches in Fort Wayne, which was 1.4 inches above normal. The greatest amount of snowfall occurred on December 14 when 4.6 inches fell in Fort Wayne. Closer to home, that same system dumped much more snowfall over our immediate area, with areas just east of Pioneer getting a little over nine inches, and an observation station on the north side of Wauseon checking in at nine inches even. The system that made for a New Years nuisance kicked

December 2013 Checks Out As Colder ...

off 2014 with a three-day snow event, beginning on New Years Eve, and finally ending on January 2. Most areas in Williams and Fulton Counties saw nine or more inches of snow. Northern Williams County and Northwest Fulton County saw the most though, with some readings coming in in excess of the ten inch mark. When it comes to the normals on the local level, we rewrote the book in December, and got off to an impressive start in January, 2014. Looking ahead to the month of January, the Climate Prediction Center puts our area at a 50-50 chance of normal temperatures and precipitation. Talk about going out on a limb, this was the same team that gave us the same forecast for December, and we wound up getting everything BUT normal. It is understandable though. For all of their data sets, and all the computer algorithms used to analyze them, there is no one alive that is smarter than Mother Nature. Humans like to consider themselves advanced, but when we cant predict where a winter storm will strike with certainty six hours in advance, six weeks is asking for a lotand sixty years is a joke. Bear in mind...the mean daily average temperature, the normal in our area for January is 24.9 degrees. Go look at your thermometer. 24.9 degrees sounds rather balmy about right now, doesnt it? Stay up to date with The Village Reporter on Facebook for the latest news on the upcoming winter blast. Take appropriate precautions in advance, including preparations for potential power outages. Remember to check up on the elderly, and PLEASE do not leave your pets outside to face the brutal cold to come.
Timothy Kays can be reached at [email protected]

SNOWY SKIES - CHERYL CHAPA

THERE GOES THE DRIVEWAY - JEFF SHAFFER SNOWY FULTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE - DAVID SCHOONOVER

SNOWCAPPED PINES - DEAN NAFZIGER

SNOWY EVENING - DENNIS HALDIMAN

COLD TREE - JESSIE M WIYRICK

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FEED ME...FEED ME! - HEATHER TESTER

SNOWY DECK - KAIDEN CLENDENIN

FROZEN TUNDRA - MANDY SIEGEL PATTEN

COLD QUARTET - TERRY SUE SPIRE NEMIRE

ITS LOOKING BAD OUT THERE - PEGGY RUMMEL FREESE

THE TOLLWAY IS OUT THERE SOMEWHERE - MANDY KNECHT

JUST HAVING FUN STACIE BATDORF RADABAUGH

BEAUTIFUL SIGHT - MIKE GRAY

SNOWBERRIES ON A DOG - SHERI BECHILL

GOOD PLACE TO SLED - MICHELE MAGERA GARBERS

SNOWY MONTPELIER - TERRI SUE SPIRE NEMIRE

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Pride Of Williams County Pageant

To Take Place January 19th
Teen Miss Contestants
Teen Miss Contestant #1 ALLISON PAIGE SANTA RITA TEEN MISS EDGERTON 14-year-old daughter of Sam and Julie Santa Rita 7th grader Active in volleyball, karate and track The Fourth Annual Pride of Williams County Pageant will be held on Sunday, January 19 at Edon Northwest Local School in Edon. A total of 22 reigning Queens from Bryan, Edgerton, Edon, Montpelier, Pioneer and West Unity will be vying for the titles of Miss, Teen Miss, Junior Miss and Little Miss Williams County. Doors open at 5:30 with the pageant beginning at 6:00. Tickets will be available at the door for $5 each so come cheer for your local titleholders! Be sure to bring a little extra change to vote for your favorite contestant to win the Peoples Choice Award as well
PHOTOS COURTESY OF VISIONS PHOTOGRAPHY & JESSIE DAWN PHOTOGRAPHY

Fourth Annual

Junior Miss Contestants

Junior Miss Contestant #1 IVY LAYNE LASH JUNIOR MISS EDON 9-year-old daughter of Tabatha Lash and Jonathan Dunbar 3rd grader Enjoys cross country, Girl Scouts and volleyball

Little Miss Contestants

Little Miss Contestant #1 KENDALL LEANNE SIEBENALER LITTLE MISS EDON 7-year-old daughter of Josh and Heather Siebenaler 2nd grader Enjoys dancing, playing T-ball and singing

Junior Miss Contestant #2 ELAYNA MARIE HASTY JUNIOR MISS MONTPELIER 12-year-old daughter of Andrew and Laura Leese and Scott Hasty 6th grader Enjoys being a Class Act All- Star Competitive Cheerleader, G.A.B. Girls and volleyball Junior Miss Contestant #3 EMILIE SUE EUSTACE JUNIOR MISS PIONEER 11-year-old daughter of Trent and Becky Eustace 6th grader Enjoys activities with Solid Rock youth group, being a member of S.O.A.R. and pageants Junior Miss Contestant #4 EMMA MADYSON MEADE, JUNIOR MISS BRYAN 11-year-old daughter of Quinn and Kristi Meade 6th grader Enjoys Girls Scouts, cheerleading and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Junior Miss Contestant #5 ABBIGAIL MARIE HERMAN JUNIOR MISS EDGERTON 11-year-old daughter of Chris and Ellen Herman 5th grader Enjoys 4-H, dancing and Girl Scouts

Teen Miss Contestant #2 MADISON NICHOLE MCNEAL TEEN MISS BRYAN 13-year-old daughter of Jay and Shannon McNeal 7th grader Active with writing, singing and playing piano Teen Miss Contestant #3 CAITLYN JEAN NIXON TEEN MISS MONTPELIER 15-year-old daughter of Dave and Dianne Nixon 9th grader Active with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Science Olympiad and Spanish Club Teen Miss Contestant #4 MORGAN ELIZABETH MITCHELL TEEN MISS PIONEER 13-year-old daughter of Mike and Tammy Mitchell 7th grader Active S.O.A.R., drawing and photography

Little Miss Contestant #2 JENNA RYAN CLINGER LITTLE MISS MONTPELIER 6-year-old daughter of Jeremy and Jill Clinger 1st grader Enjoys gymnastics and playing soccer and T-ball

Little Miss Contestant #3 MAKINZY CARLYLE KING LITTLE MISS PIONEER 9-year-old daughter of Russell and Sasha King 3rd grader Enjoys math and playing basketball and softball

Little Miss Contestant #4 KAIYA RAE SECHLER LITTLE MISS BRYAN 6-year-old daughter of Beth and Mark Sammons and Brent Sechler 1st grader Enjoys being on stage and playing soccer and T-ball Little Miss Contestant #5 HOPE HELENE HAMBLIN LITTLE MISS EDGERTON 6-year-old daughter of Zach and Jill Hamblin Kindergartener Enjoys cheerleading, making up songs and coloring

Teen Miss Contestant #5 ALEXANDRA KAY JACOBY TEEN MISS EDON 12-year-old daughter of Michael and Jill Jacoby 6th grader Active in volunteering, playing volleyball and violin

Junior Miss Contestant #6 MACKENZI RAE RIVERA LITTLE MISS WEST UNITY 11-year-old daughter of Lennie and Janie Rivera 5th grader Enjoys playing softball, volleyball and basketball

Teen Miss Contestant #6 KATRINA RENEE GONZALES JUNIOR MISS WEST UNITY 13-year-old daughter of Shannan Creamer and Stephen Gonzales 7th grader Active in volleyball, basketball and rollerblading

Miss Contestants
Miss Contestant #1 ALYSSA NICOLE ECKLEY MISS EDGERTON 17-year-old daughter of Chrissie Hamblin and Caleb Eckley 12th grader Active in cheerleading, National Honor Society and class officer Miss Contestant #3 MERISSA JO TAYLOR, MISS BRYAN 17-year-old daughter of Casie Phillips, John and Teri Taylor and David Marihugh 12th grader Active in track and field, marching and concert band and horseback riding Miss Contestant #2 KAYLISTA MARIE UNDERWOOD MISS WEST UNITY 16-year-old daughter of Mishelle Hall and Troy Underwood 10th grader Active in volleyball and softball and Class President Miss Contestant #4 KAITLYN NOEL MANAHAN MISS EDON 18-year-old daughter of Patrick and Nicole Manahan and Doug and Mindy Stayner 12th grader Active in National Honor Society, basketball and softball Miss Contestant #5 EMILY JOY KOLBE MISS MONTPELIER 19-year-old daughter of Michelle Kolbe and the late James Kolbe 12th grader Active in cheerleading, SkillsUSA Leadership Team and cosmetology

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during a special Be Your S.T.A.R. seminar led by life coach Carrie VollmerSanders. Throughout the morning sessions, students participated in group activities, heard how their strengths could be measured through the DiSC Personality Test and learned the art of interviewing ~ from writing cover letters, resumes and the followup thank you to social networking and creating the Thirty Second Commercial. Students even enjoyed a fashion show on appropriate and professional dress along with proper meal etiquette as demonstrated in What Are All These Forks For? and The Bread and Butter of a Meeting. Be Your Self To Achieve Respect ~ S.T.A.R. is a seminar that inspires students to focus on his or her strengths to reach his or her potential in preparation for life after high school, specifically with presenting him or herself, interviewing and participating in lunch meetings.
Lucinda Held-Faulhaber may be reached at [email protected]

Edon High School Seniors Are S.T.A.R.S.

REFLECTIONS FROM OUR PAST: BLAKESLEE BASEBALL TEAM

CLASS OF 2014 STARS AT EHS Life Coach Carrie Vollmer-Sanders shares a light moment with Edon High School seniors during her recent Be Your S.T.A.R. seminar.
By Lucinda Held-Faulhaber THE VILLAGE REPORTER

PHOTO BY LUCINDA HELD-FAULHABER, STAFF

Making eye contact. Extending a firm handshake. Answering tough questions with confidence. Choosing the correct fork in a place setting. Nothing to it, right? For some, maybe. But for most high school students, not knowing

about simple interviewing tricks or tips can result in being an outsider when it comes to getting into the college of their choice, securing a job or earning a scholarship. For the third consecutive year, seniors at Edon High School were able to gain access to this insider information while also finding out more about themselves

TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLGAME Seemingly one source of pride for the Village of Blakeslee over the years has been its baseball teams. Noted in the 1948 Whos Who in Northwest Ohios Baseball, This year, Blakeslees entry in the Tri-County League will be celebrating either the 62nd or 63rd Anniversary of the first team in town. Since that memorable day on July 4th when the Blakeslee nine collected the winner-take-all stake of $25 from Montpelier, teams representing the town have made a proud record winning well more than half their games and becoming one of the standout teams in the Annual Williams County Fair Tournament. Representing Blakeslee during the 1940 and 1941 seasons were team members from left, front row: Simon (Pete) Hug, Steve Hurd, Ted Smith, Herman Kurtz, Oswald Hauser, John Hurd, Cleo Hug, Tom Hauser and back row: Manager Paul Muehlfeld (elected to the position both seasons), Frank Wortkoetter, Harold Kurtz, W.A. (Bill) Hug, Don Fry, Louis Thiel, Frank Muehlfeld and Grover Rusk. Although the team failed to get into the 1940 Williams County Fair Tournament (an apparent rarity over the years!), Blakeslee did make it in l941. The first game resulted in victory but West Unity put the team out of the tournament.

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Edon Library To Hold Mad Hatter Tea Party On Feb. 10th

Attention all boys and girls! By royal decree of the Red Queen, you are invited to the Mad Hatter Tea Party at the Edon Library on Monday, February 10th from 5:00-7:00 pm. There will be fun crafts, snacks, and games along with all sorts of insanity. Come dressed as your favorite Alice in Wonderland character if you like, but costumes are not required. Join the madness and possibly win a prize. Dont be late for this very important date! This program is sponsored by the Linda Hartsock Memorial fund. Registration is appreciated. The Edon Library is located at 105 S. Michigan Street. For more information or to register, please contact library manager Cyndi Jewell at 419-2722839.

December Bomber Courtesy Club Members Announced

2014 Williams County Agriculture Adult Education Classes Now Underway At Edon High School
By Lucinda Held-Faulhaber THE VILLAGE REPORTER

Hudson, MI FEBRUARY 24 Farm Service Agency John Radabaugh Edgerton MARCH 3 Chemical Recertification Flo Chirra OSU Extension Agent MARCH 10 Hicksville Auto Recyclers

Courtney Glore Hicksville MARCH 11-13 Tour Time and Speaker TBA For additional information, contact Paul Stoll, FFA Advisor at Edon High School (419272-3213).
Lucinda Held-Faulhaber may be reached at [email protected]

BOMBER COURTESY CLUB Students at Edon Northwest Local Schools selected for membership into the Bomber Courtesy Club for December 2013 were front, from left, Hunter Risler, Kennedy Selby, Devin Hoffman, Lillian Stafford, Kendall Siebenaler and back, Kole Olds, Jasmine Richter, Drew Gallehue, Anna Northrup, Chase Reed and Carter Steinke. Not pictured Nevaeh Smith and BraeLyn Weitzel. Each student received a special certificate with coupons good for cookie and ice cream treats at Edon Schools Cafeteria.

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Its that time of year again and the annual Williams County Agriculture Adult Education Classes are now underway at Edon Northwest Local Schools. Hosted by Edons FFA Chapter and Advisor Paul Stoll, the 2014 Series opened Monday, January 13 with Williams County Sheriff Steve Towns as guest speaker. (A complete listing of educational and interesting topics covered in the series is outlined below.) Free and open to the public, guests can attend any or all of these classes as schedules permit. Meetings take place in the Edon High School Agriculture Room beginning at 7:30 p.m. Event parking is available in the lot located on the west side of the school closest to the large overhead door; you may enter in the doors nearby. As always, there will be light refreshments after each gathering! 2014 Adult Education Topics and Speakers: JANUARY 20 OSU Visits to Brazil and Ireland Joey Brown Edon

Edon Northwest Students Share The Spirit Of Christmas

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JANUARY 27 Oberlin Farms ~ Demolition/Recycling Scott Oberlin Bryan FEBRUARY 3 Grain Marketing Steve Spieth INTL FC Stone, Inc. FEBRUARY 10 NO Meeting Williams County Dairy Banquet FEBRUARY 17 National Woodcarver Champion Dr. James Spencer, Jr. MITTEN TREE Students and staff at Edon Northwest Local Schools shared their Christmas spirit by helping to provide cold-weather apparel for those in need throughout the District. Sponsored by EHS Student Council, all hats, mittens, scarves and gloves collected for its annual Angel Tree project were donated to the 2013 Edon Area Ministerial Associations A Caring Christmas ministry.
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North Central Student Austin Douglass Takes Part In 86th National FFA Convention
Each year, the National FFA Organization honors FFA members who show the upmost dedication to the organization through their desire to develop their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. The American FFA Degree is bestowed up on a select group of students in recognition of their years of academic and professional excellence. Austin Douglass, a member of the North Central FFA chapter in Pioneer was awarded the American FFA Degree at the 2013 FFA Convention and Expo that was held October 30 November 2 in Louisville, Kentucky. Sponsored by ADM Crop Risk Services, Case IH, DuPont Pioneer, Elanco, Farm Credit and Syngenta as a special project of National FFA Foundation, the award recognizes demonstrated ability and outstanding achievements in agricultural business, production, processing or service programs. To be eligible, FFA members must have earned the productively invested $7,500 through a supervised agricultural experience program in which they start, own or hold a professional position in an existing agriculture enterprise. Recipients must also complete 50 hours of community service and demonstrate outstanding leadership abilities and civic involvement. Each of the 3,578 recipients of the American FFA Degree received gold American FFA Degree key and a certificate after being recognized on stage at the national convention. The National FFA Organization provides leadership, personal growth, and career success training through agricultural education to 557,318 student members in grades 7 through 12 who belong to one of 7,498 local FFA chapters throughout the USA, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

North Central School Board Holds Last Meeting Of 2013

By: Kay Raypholtz THE VILLAGE REPORTER

The North Central Schools Board of Education convened on December 23, 2013, for their last meeting of the calendar year. After going into an executive session at the beginning of the meeting to discuss personnel, the board returned to the regular session to hear principal reports. High School Principal Tim Rettig said that exams went well. Problem Based Learning is scheduled for the week of January 13-17, 2014. The Homecoming assembly will be on February 13, and the Homecoming basketball game will be played on February 15, 2014. He also gave updates to the athletic schedules. Elementary School Principal Paul Jones was unable to attend, but sent a report to be shared with the board. Test results for the 3rd Grade Achievement exams are back, and of the 51 tested, INFORMATION PROVIDED 25 passed, with a success rate of 49%. These tests will be repeated for those who need to pass before advancing to the 4th grade. The Kindergarten through second grade musical was a big success. Jones thanked music directors Mr. House and Mr. Luthy and all the children and parents who contributed and performed. They had a large turn out from the community. The Williams County Spelling Bee will be held Tuesday, January 28, at 6:30 p.m. at the Millcreek-West Unity (Hilltop) School. Representing North Central are sixth-graders Trystan Yoder and Emilie Eustace. There are 52 students in the before/ after school 21st Century program. They are planning for next semester, and will re-apply for grant money in February or March. The end of the nine week grading period is January 17. The board voted to approve the consent agenda. Among those items approved are the following: 1) Minutes from the November meeting 2) Financial statements and investments from November. 3) Employments for one year supplemental contracts held by certified employees: Melinda Fugate Co-Head Track Coach (shared) Jared Stewart Co-Head Track Coach (shared) FFA QUEEN ... Pictured left to right: Joan Long, sophomore attendant; QUEEN 4) Resignation of Kathleen Hellard, Pam Borton, freshman; Elizabeth Landis, senior attendant; Becky Jones, senior Cafeteria, effective November 22, 2013. attendant; Carma Stark, freshman attendant. 5) North Central School Calendar for the 2014-2015 school year. The start

1964 North Central FFA Queen & Her Court

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date for the year will be August 20, 2014. For the treasurers report, the board approved an Appropriation Addition from the Rotary to the General Fund in the amount of $157.00. The Fiscal Year 2013 Audit is completed and went very well this year. An Audit Committee Meeting will be scheduled for some time in January. Included in the Superintendents Report from Ken Boyer were the following items: 1) Policy/Bylaw Revision and the first reading of the proposed revision, which is their largest review to date due to the legislature passing new laws. 2) Set a time for the organizational meeting for the North Central Board of Education for Monday, January 6, 2014, at 7:45 a.m. in the Board office. 3) Appointed Shawn Martin as President Pro-Tem until a president is elected at the January 2014 organizational meeting. 4) Building Project Update. The Board is awaiting a decision from the state before proceeding. 5) A resolution requesting the Fiscal Officer to certify maximum security of bonds. This gives information to the county auditor, and sets the millage amount for a proposed bond issue. This resolution does not put the issue on the ballot. 6) A resolution declaring the necessity of a bond issue and of tax levy, certifying the same to the County Auditor and Board of Elections, and submitting the combined question to the electors of the School District. This resolution is very specific about the amount and the interest rate for the bond, and will be decided in conjunction with bond and legal counsel. Both resolutions were passed with the intent to move forward quickly once the state approves the building project for a new high school. The board also discussed the possibility of appointing a non-voting student liaison to the board. The purpose of this would be to hear more about topics of interest to students, and student liaison would discuss them with the high school principal prior to meetings. To add such a position would require a by-law change. The board decided to discuss this further at the next meeting. The next meeting of the North Central Board of Education is scheduled for Monday, January 20, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. in the band room.
Kay Raypholtz may be reached at [email protected].

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Montpelier High School Artist Student Has Interesting Plans

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1964 Montpelier Majorettes

TALENTED ARTIST ... Damion Tingley (center) and his instructor Jenny King with Chris Kannel.
Damion Tingley is a young artist that loves to draw spends much of his time drawing and you can tell. His closeup chalk drawing of a gorilla, with its penetrating orange eyes, jumps off the page. His instructor, Jenny King, challenged Damion to start with a dark sheet and add highlights with chalk. The result is impressive. Damion is the son of Christina Garrett and Adam Tingley. He prefers Art and Social Studies when at school but has a very different course in mind after graduation: Damion wants to pursue cage fighting/mixed martial arts! When asked why Damion simply responds it would be cool. Kannel Superior Agency, Inc. is proud to feature Damions work in their office and invites the public to stop in and see his chalk drawing of a gorilla during the months of January and February. The office is located at 301 West Main Street, at the heart of historic downtown Montpelier. For more information, contact Chris Kannel at 419-485-4281 or chris@ kannelinsurance.com.
MAJORETTES Pictured kneeling: Head Majorettes: S. Hutchens, C. Trott. STANDING: D. Miller, C. Mettler, L. Richmond, M. Mercer.

Michael-Harter Wed
Kaitlin Elisabeth Michael and Devin Allen Harter, both of Montpelier, Ohio, were united in marriage on October 12, 2013 at 3:30 p.m. at St. Pauls United Methodist Church, M o n tpelier. The Rev. Richard Blank officiated at the double ring ceremony. Parents of the couple are Ric and Kelly Michael of Montpelier, and Eric Harter and the late Cheryl Harter, also of Montpelier. Nuptial music was provided by Sharon Deetz, organist, of Montpelier. The bride was escorted down the aisle by her father. She wore an elegant strapless gown of white organza, the bodice adorned with beaded floral appliques and diagonal pleats, and accented with an inset satin sash with rhinestones adorning the front. The fitted gown extended into a trumpet shape skirt of vertical ruffles, accented with beaded floral appliques at the hem and ending in a sweep train. A headpiece fashioned with a piece of lace belonging to her great-grandmother Alma Brown and embellished with feathers adorned her hair. Kaitlin carried a self-designed bouquet of silk calla lilies and roses in shades of purple, green and white, accented with small white flowers and rhinestone beading. She also carried an antique handkerchief that had belonged to her great grandmother Brown. Matron of honor was Erin McGee of Montpelier, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Marissa Locy, Birmingham, Alabama, friend of the bride; Brittany Thorp, Grand Rapids, Michigan, friend of the bride; Tyler Michael, Grand Rapids, Michigan, sister-in-law of the bride; and Sydney Lougheed, Montpelier, cousin of the bride. The bridesmaids wore chiffon empire waist dresses of regency purple, with a one shoulder bodice adorned with chiffon petals Their bouquets were of white roses accented

State Representative Candidate Guest Speaker At Montpelier Rotary Club

GUEST SPEAKER ... Montpelier Rotary Club President Mike Moore with Candidate Jason Rockey.
Jason Rockey was the speaker at the regular meeting of the Montpelier Rotary Club. Mr. Rockey is a candidate for State Representative and life-long resident of Montpelier. Mr. Rockey spoke about his extensive experience in public service through coaching, civic groups and, most recently, his six years as a member of the Montpelier Village Council. Mr. Rockey expressed his frustration with the State Legislature in lagging behind neighboring Indiana and Michigan in promoting business-friendly legislation. It is important now, more than ever, that Northwest Ohio be represented in Columbus, Mr. Rockey stated, adding that Williams Countys businesses are free to move across the border to benefit from more favorable conditions. He pledged to work with others in the legislature who agree that Ohio needs to be leading, rather than reacting, when

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it comes to making Ohio a place where businesses want to reside. In going to the State Legislature, Mr. Rockey intends to build on the strong institutions that already exist in Ohio, serve the people in his district and provide a good example. He explained that research forms the basis of his decision-making much of that research based on his discussions with local people, those who will do the work or will be directly affected by the decisions. He also noted the favorable situation of a State Representative living in Williams County. Acknowledging that the job of State Representative involves a great deal of travel to Columbus, the drive would take him through much of his district (House District 81 includes Henry and Putnam Counties). Jason Rockey will stand as a candidate for State Representative in the primary scheduled for May 6, 2014.

Montpelier Senior Center Celebrates January Birthdays

with green, hand tied with purple ribbon. Ashlyn Nicole Harter, daughter of the groom, and Meara Elisabeth McGee and Aislinn Nora McGee, daughters of Dan and Erin McGee and nieces of the bride, served as flower girls. Their dresses were of white organza trimmed in green at the hem, with green satin sashes accented with purple flowers. Serving as best man was Randy Buehrer, Stryker, Ohio, friend of the groom. Groomsmen were Dan McGee, Montpelier, brother-in-law of the bride; Jeff Gearig, Montpelier, friend of the groom; Sean Michael, Grand Rapids, Michigan, brother of the bride; and Tim Sanders, Montpelier, friend of the groom. Aaron Ruble of Montpelier served as usher. The groom wore a grey tuxedo with white shirt, lavender tie and vest. The groomsmen and usher were attired in grey tuxedos with regency purple vests and ties. The mother of the bride wore a street length sleeveless shutter pleat dress of purple with a cleo neckline and glitter overlay. Her wrist corsage was of white sweetheart roses, embellished with lavender and green accent flowers. Country style arrangements of hydrangeas, stephanotis,

and various other flowers in shades of green, purple and lavender graced the church altar in honor and memory of loved ones. A single decorated candle was placed on the baby grand piano in memory of the grooms mother. A dinner reception and dance was held at the Pioneer Community Center at 6 p.m. The bride is a 2008 graduate of Montpelier High School and attended Bowling Green State University and MedTech College of Fort Wayne, Indiana. She is currently a phlebotomist with Parkview Physicians Group of Bryan, Montpelier and Archbold. The groom is a 2004 graduate of Montpelier High School and a 2008 graduate of Northwest State Police Academy. He is employed at CK Technologies and is a part time police officer with the village of Stryker. Following a wedding trip to Sanibel Island, Florida, the couple is at home at 09682 Co. Rd. H in Montpelier.
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SPECIAL DAY Celebrating January Birthdays at the Montpelier Senior Center on Thursday, January 9, 2014 were, from left, Vi Pressler, Jim Martin and Sharon White. Hosting this months celebration was Evergreen Manor.

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gives out and that council will need to come to a decision about what to do with the old water tower, which is in need of maintenance. Costs to clean and coat the inside of the tower are approximately $25,000 and costs to bring the entire up to code, which could be done in phases, are a staggering $250,000. In comparison, the cost to have the tower, which is not imperative to the villages water supply, is approximately $20,000. Mayor Peggy Bernath commented on the outstanding job village employees did in keeping up with the towns needs throughout the winter storm and also reported that a revision of the Kissel Building rental agreement is underway. The new agreement will have one flat fee for rentals and is being done in hope that more people will rent the facility in the future. Fiscal Officer Becky Thatcher reported that she had put in some long hours to close out the year end books but that she managed to accomplish the task in time and all files were submitted in a timely manner to the Auditor of Sate as well as the UAN. All necessary paperwork was also filed at the Williams County Courthouse as soon as it re-opened after the storm on Wednesday, January 8. Thatcher also expressed her gratitude to council for allowing her to be trained and spend a good deal of time learning from previous fiscal officer Beth Rediger. Thatcher noted that she cannot thank council enough for the opportunity to work with her and glean some of her knowledge and be trained by her. During their individual reports all council members also commented on the job done by village employees to keep the streets clear and residents safe during the storm. Councilor Ron Hausch did ask Police Chief J.R. Jones to explain the villages snow ordinance. Jones explained that the ordinance states that sidewalks generally need cleared within six hours of the end of snowfall but noted that no reminders were given during the previous storm until late Wednesday afternoon, after the temperatures rose to safe enough for residents to be out in. He also noted that only reminders and no citations were given and explained that the ordinance is in place to ensure that residents, including children on their way to school, have safe sidewalks to walk upon. In response, Councilor Don Leu noted that additional sidewalk repairs would also be a good use of capital funds over the course of 2014. All other members as well as Beals noted that this was a good suggestion and one to be considered as council begins to think about what projects they want and need to work on over the course of the next year. Chelsie Firestone can be reached at [email protected]

West Unity Village Council Bids Farewell To Dave Chester; Re-Elect Kirk Thompson President

OATH OF OFFICE ... Mayor Peggy Bernath administers the Oath of Office to Randy Mahlman, Ron Hausch, Dave Short, and Donavon Leu. By: Chelsie Firestone THE VILLAGE REPORTER During their December 30 meeting, members of the West Unity Village Council bid a fond farewell to Council member Dave Chester, who lost his bid for re-election during the last election. All members noted the good that Chester had done for the village and thanked him for his twelve years of service. In response Chester noted that Its been a great time and wished council well in the future. He also expressed his belief that West Unitys council has become more progressive and accountable since he began and that West Unity is in great shape. Chester also noted his hope that the parks would remain a focus for the council as the foundation of a community is in its schools and parks.

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Hilltop Students Win School Spelling Bee

SPELL BEE ... The school spelling bee was held on Dec. 12, 2013. Brianna Bell, a sixth grader, was the winner with the word propulsion. The runner up was Ben Routhier, an eighth grader.

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West Unity Student Named To Deans List At Youngstown State University

Morgan McCandless of West Unity, OH, has been named to the Dean's List at Youngstown State University for the Fall 2013 Semester. McCandless is majoring in Pre Dental Hygiene at YSU. To be eligible for the Dean's List, a student must achieve a semester grade point average of 3.4 or better and take a minimum of 12 semester hours of credit.
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The farewell to Chester was followed by the welcoming of Randy Mahlman, who was administered his Oath of Office by Mayor Peggy Bernath during the January 9 meeting. Also renewing their oaths were Ron Hausch, Dave Short, and Donovan Leu, all of whom were re-elected during the last election. After the oaths were administered, council moved on to the task of selecting a council president for the next term. A motion was made by Ron Hausch and seconded by Dave Short to re-elect Kirk Thompson to fill the position. Thompson then made a motion, which was seconded by Don Leu, to elect Dave Short to the position. A tie was broken by ballot vote, with Thompson winning the election which will result in his continuance of filling the role of Council President. During his report to council during the January 9 meeting, Village Administrator Ric Beals commented on the large storms and bitter cold temperatures that the area has recently seen and expressed his appreciation of employees in all of the departments who went above and beyond the call of duty to keep services going within the town. Beals also informed council that he has received notice that the village will not be receiving any Issue 1 funding for 2014. As a result he proposed that the village wait to replace any more water lines in 2014 and use capital funds to instead replace two of the villages vehicles and to continue to improve chip/ seal and pavement along some of the villages streets. Beals also noted that he has submitted the annual records to the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation for 2013 and that, with zero lost time accidents again in 2013, the village can anticipate another refund. Other items included in Beals report included that the village will continue to use the old vactor truck until it

Brady Township Announces Reorganization

In reorganizing for the next two years, the Brady Township Trustees elected Willie Grime as chairman and Tom Gerig as vice chairman. Tim Nofziger is the third trustee and Chrystal Maneval is the fiscal officer. The township road maintenance supervisor is Bob Turner who is responsible for the upkeep of all road equipment and 24.794 miles of roads including ditches and catch basins. Brady Townships cemeteries consist of Rings, Beatty, Quaker and Floral Grove and are maintained by cemetery supervisor, Pete Weber. Cemetery lots may be purchased by calling Tom Gerig 419-924-5264 or Pete Weber 419-924-5043. The township also maintains the Brady Township Fire Department, manned by 25 volunteers. Fire Chief is Randy Borton, and Jim Eisel is the Assistant Fire Chief. To become a volunteer firefighter, please call 419-924-2345 for more information. Trustees will conduct their meetings on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Brady Township Fire Hall. To comply with the Ohio Sunshine Laws, all meetings are open to the public and in the event of a special meeting, the news media will be notified in advance.

Hilltop Senior Enlists In United States Marine Corps

Levi Scott Smith, son of Sandra & Edward Smith and a senior at Hilltop High School in West Unity, recently enlisted in the United States Marine Corps Delayed Entry Program. This program allows high school seniors in the Marine Corps and defer going to recruit training until after graduation. During recruit training, Levi will learn military customs and courtesies, first aid and a variety of military related subjects designed to create the moral discipline required of all Marines. After graduation, new Marines learn their occupation specialties at formal schools and gain further knowledge from on-the-job training. Levi was enlisted by Sgt. Chester from Recruiting Substation Wauseon, located at 1230 N. Shoop Avenue, Wauseon, Ohio 43567. For more information, please call 419-335-5880.
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West Unity Senior Center Celebrates January Birthdays

HILLTOP CHEERLEADERS ... Pictured above are (left to right): Nancy Norrick, Diane Clark, Sandy Borton and Patsy Tanner.

BIRTHDAYS The West Unity Senior Center recently celebrated with seniors who will be having their birthdays in the month of January. Those celebrating are (left to right): Lou Mollett and Betty Renard.

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Author Jim Head To Hold Book Signing At Stryker Library

7:00 pm. The book contains valuable tips on modern day treasure hunting techniques, such as metal detecting, which can be used to discover ancient relics and priceless artifacts. Filled with research and 20 years of personal experience by Mr. Head, this book will have you fascinated from beginning to end as you uncover the mysteries of treasure hunting. So don't miss the opportunity to get to know an adventurous author and to purchase your very own copy of Hidden Treasures in Secret Places, signed by Jim Head himself. The library will be providing snacks and refreshments for this program. The Stryker Library is located at 304 S. Defiance St. For more information, please contact library manager Connie Aeschliman at 419-682-5081.

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1969 Stryker Bus Drivers

Come meet author and treasure hunter Jim Head, who will be holding a book signing for his latest publication Hidden Treasures in Secret Places, at the Stryker Library on Tuesday, Feb. 4th from 5:00-

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Montpelier Native Graduates From US Navy Nuclear Power School

Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Christopher M. McDonough has graduated from the U.S. Navy's Officer Nuclear Power School at Naval Nuclear Power Training Command in Goose Creek, S.C. Nuclear Power School is a rigorous six-month course that trains officer and enlisted students in the science and engineering fundamental to the design, operation, and maintenance of naval nuclear propulsion plants. Graduates next undergo additional instruction at a prototype training unit before serving as a Surface Warfare Officer aboard a nuclear-powered surface ship or as an Submarine Officer aboard a nuclear-powered submarine. McDonough is the son of Timothy McDonough of Defiance and Dawn Rigelman of Montpelier. His wife, Erin, is the daughter of Penny Duer of Latty. He is a 2005 graduate of Defiance High School.

1969 STRYKER SCHOOLS BUS DRIVERS ... Pictured above are kneeling: William Wagner, Carlton Schooley. Second Row: Robert Fisher, A. L. Wyse, Herb Garber. NOT PICTURES: James Johnson, Dick Garber, Jerry Castor, Dave Garber.

Williams County Genealogical Society Holds December Meeting

The December meeting of the Williams County Genealogical Society met with a celebration of the season with food and sharing of ideas. One lady shared how Ft. Wayne Library, National Archives, and Family Search websites have added more articles to their online collections. You can hire someone who live in those areas to do the research for you when you cant make it to their facilities. Another member handed out flyers on searching old newspapers online and told how she has found several articles on her ancestors. A gentleman shared how he found maps on the internet of Indian trails in Pennsylvania which many ancestors followed across the country. Another lady shared the family tree her daughter created for her about her own family. January 13, 2014 will be the next meeting which will be held 6:30pm in the Harmon Room of the West Annex to the Bryan Public Library. Come here the four ladies tell about their researching trip to Washington DC during the shutdown. Pictures and video will be included. The purpose of WCGS is the preservation of county records and family research. Monthly meetings are held on the second Monday of each month, excluding July and August, at 6:30pm, in the conference room of the West Annex of the Bryan Public Library. The public is invited for all the meetings. For further information concerning WCGS, visit the Website at www. wcgs-ogs.com or write to WCGS, P.O. Box 293, Bryan Ohio 43506.
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Williams County Historical Society To Present Speaker On Native American History

FAMILY TREE ... The Family Tree designed and made by Kathie Metzger-Lappe, with the help of her husband Eric, showing her mothers, Patricia Goebel, family. Besides pictures, she placed many items that depicted information about each member of the family, including their dog.

JAMIE OXENDINE, GUEST SPEAKER The Williams County Historical Society will be presenting Jamie Oxendine, a speaker on native American history in northwestern Ohio on Saturday, January 25th. Jamie Oxendine is a Native American Speaker, Writer & Teacher, Storyteller, Professional Musician/Educator and Civil Rights Activist. He is of Lumbee/ Creek Ancestry and a member of The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. He lectures on Native American Culture for schools, universities, and organizations across the United States and performs at Native American Ceremonies, Celebrations, Gatherings and Powwows. Jamie also serves as the Master of Ceremonies and the Arena Director for many Native American events. He performs and speaks at Living History Events and Time Period Events of the 18th & 19th Centuries across the U.S. & Canada in the French & Indian War, American Revolution and The War of 1812. Oxendine is especially knowledgeable in the Eastern Woodland Culture. The event takes place at the museum (on the fairgrounds) with appetizers at 11:00, the speaker and then lunch. The meal is being prepared by the ladies of the Fair Foundation. Tickets are $10 with RSVP's due Jan. 18th.
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Fayette Library Full Of Fun January Activities

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By: Tammy Allison

The Fayette Library will be offering an adult class on Paracord bracelets on Wednesday, January 22 at 6:00 p.m. The cost is $5.00 per bracelet and all materials are provided. The library has samples for people to view. Paracord (parachute) bracelets were originally a practical way for soldiers, firefighters, and outdoor adventurers to carry extra length of a strong nylon cord for emergency situations. Leo Wixom will be instructing the class. The library book club will be held on Thursday, January 23, 2014. The book being discussed will be Sarahs Key by Tatiana de Rosnay. The book set in Paris is about a 10 year old girl taken with her parents by French police as they arrested Jewish families in the middle of the night. Sarah, desperate to protect her younger brother, locks him in a bedroom cupboard, their secret hiding place, and promises to come back for him as soon as they are released. Sixty years later, Sarahs story intertwines with that of Julia Jarmond, an American journalist investigating the roundup. In the research, Julia stumbles onto a trail of secrets that link her to Sarah and to questions about her own romantic future. The library will once again offer the After School Program. Grades Kindergarten and first grade will come on Tuesdays with grades 2-5 scheduled for Thursdays. The program will be held from 3:003:45. On January 14, there will be no program. Instead, both groups are invited to come Thursday, January 16 for a special program with a guest from the Department of Natural Resources to share about winter activities at Harrison Lake including sledding, cross country skiing, ice skating, ice fishing, and camping. Winter safety will also be discussed. The schedule for the rest of January will be as follows: January 7 & 9 movie, January 21 & 23 Craft, and January 28 & 30 Talent Show. Share your talent and win a prize! For the younger children ages 2-5 not yet in kindergarten, story times will be held. Children ages 2 and 3 are required to have an adult stay with them for the entire session. Story time meets every Monday from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Each session includes a story and a craft. The library has several new books and books on CD available for patrons to borrow. The library also accepts donations. They would like to thank Mary Teeter, Pat Cousino, Polly Schaedler, Ruth Hutchison, Shelia Mitton, Ann Charles, and Beverly Beaverson for their donations to the library. They would also like to thank Keifers Korner Video for the donation of left over DVDs and cases. Come check out your local Fayette Library this winter and beat the winter blues with a great book!
Tammy Allison may be reached at [email protected]

1972 FAYETTE WRESTLING TEAM ... Pictured above are (front row, left to right): T. Ballmer, R. Miller, K. Repp and M.. Towers. Back row: R. Biddix, R. Brehm, D. Pfund, K. Repp, M. Ballmer, R. Biddix and Coach Wixom.

Ohio Deer Hunters Donate 58,500 Pounds Of Venison To Local Food Banks
COLUMBUS, OH - Ohio hunters donated 1,170 white-tailed deer to local food banks to benefit Ohioans in need during the 2013 hunting season, according to Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH) and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). To date, food banks have received approximately 58,500 pounds of venison and 234,000 meals for needy Ohioans. One processed deer amounts to approximately 50 pounds of venison and 200 meals. Venison donations will be accepted through the end of the deer-archery season, Feb. 2, 2014. Go to fhfh.org to find a local Ohio deer donation program. Ohio ranks fifth nationally in hunter-donated venison, according to the National Shooting Sports Foundation. Nationally, hunters provided more than 11 million meals to people in need. Wild venison is among the most nutritious meats available. The meat is lean with little fat content and it is high in protein and iron. Wild venison has no additives or hormones, and is low in calories, fat and cholesterol when properly prepared. The ODNR Division of Wildlife collaborates with FHFH to assist with the processing costs associated with donating venison to a food bank. The program allows for subsidy grants to be provided in allotments that are matched with funds generated or collected by local Ohio FHFH chapters. Venison donated to participating food banks must be processed by a federal, state or locally inspected and insured meat processor. Hunters wishing to donate their deer are not required to pay for the processing of the venison as long as the program has available funds. Ohio has 77 participating meat processors and 33 FHFH local chapters. Anyone interested in becoming a local program coordinator or a participating meat processor can go to fhfh.org and click on the Local FHFH tab. The website includes a list of coordinators, participating butchers and the counties they serve. Hunters can also donate venison through Safari Club International's Sportsmen Against Hunger program. Learn more at safariclubfoundation.org. Whitetails Unlimited chapters also use local funds for programs such as venison donation. Go to whitetailsunlimited.com to find a local chapter and make a donation. ODNR ensures a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all. Visit the ODNR website at ohiodnr.gov
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Edon Students Make Deans List At Wright State University

A total of 2,361 Ohio students, including two Edon students, at Wright State University earned deans list honors during the fall 2013 semester, based on their grade point averages. All students must take 12 or more credit hours and must have achieved at least a 3.5 grade point average to be placed on the deans list. Chelsey Handy and Mackenzie Eicher of Edon earned a spot on the list.

Big Game Hunt

5 Big Game Hunts which include: Moose, Caribou, Black Bear, Mountain Lion and Wild Boar.
PRIZES INCLUDE: 50 Guns, 13 Compound Bows, 13 Cross bows, and 38 Military Survival Knives. Prizes to be drawn on dinner ticket. Drawings every 3 minutes. 1 in 5 odds.

Sat., March 22, 2014 5-11 pm

Dinner at Fulton County Fairgrounds

Game Meats Include: Elk, Buffalo, White Tail, Wild Boar, Moose & Black Bear. Dinner also includes Turtle Soup and beverages (pop, beer)

Only 500 Tickets Being Sold

For more information contact Randy Smith at [email protected] 419-250-4301

Cost: $200 Donation

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1975 Wauseon Sterling Award Winners

Wauseon City Council Welcomes New Members; Nominates Heather Kost As Council President
By: Chelsie Firestone THE VILLAGE REPORTER Despite bitter weather conditions throughout the area, members of the Wauseon City Council convened for their regularly scheduled 5:00 meeting on Monday, January 6. Council welcomed newly elected members Richard Frey and Kathy Huner and Mayor Doug Shaw administered the Oath of Office to both as well as to Heather Kost, who won her bid to serve the city for another term during the last election. Terms for Frey, Huner, and Kost will run from January 1, 2014 through December 31, 2017. After the oaths were administered nominations were opened for Council President. Councilor Kost placed herself among the candidates and explained that she views the role of Council President as being a liaison between council and city administration. She also explained that her current position in EMA, knowledge of the administrative side, and being a member of several boards helps her to understand the balance between council and administration. Kost also noted that, with having already served two years on council, that she would be a good fit for the position of Council President. Councilor Don Mathews nominated Councilor Shane Chamberlin to fill the role of Council President and Chamberlin responded that he feels that he is ready for the position. He noted that he has learned to accept different perspectives even when he does not agree with them and explained the appointments that he would make for the varying council committees. He also stated that he would do his best to communicate Mayor Shaws ideas and suggestions to council. He closed by saying that he would love the opportunity to fill the role as Council President and appreciated Councilor Mathews nomination. It was moved and agreed upon that nominations be closed at that time and Councilor Huner moved, with a second by Councilor Mathews, to elect Councilor Chamberlin to fill the role of Council President. However, with three yea votes (Huner, Mathews, and Chamberlin) and three nay votes (Kost, Allen, and Frey), the vote resulted in a tie. At that time Councilor Chamberlin asked if Councilor Mathews would be interested in serving as Council President. Councilor Mathews responded that he was not interested in filling the position. Mayor Shaw stated that he would like council to decide amongst themselves to elect a council president but, in the event that they could not reach agreement, would break the tie at the next scheduled meeting. Councilor Chamberlin responded that he would like to remove his own name from the list of nominees and to have that voted on. Councilor Huner responded, noting that one of the most significant aspects to consider in electing a president is experience. She explained that she has seen much good that Councilor Kost has done for the city of Wauseon. However, she explained, she has not previously sat on council with Kost whereas she has with Chamberlin. She went on to say that this is why she had chosen to cast her original vote for Councilor Chamberlin and to express her belief that council had to very good candidates to consider. At that time Councilor Chamberlin went forward, moving to have his name removed from consideration. With councils approval of that movement, Council Fred Allen moved and was seconded by Councilor Frey to elect Councilor Kost as Council President. The ensuing vote was all in favor and Councilor Kost will serve as Councilor President for the term of January 1, 2014 through December 31, 2015. With this issue being decided on, council moved on to approve the previous meetings minutes and then to hear department head reports. Fire Chief Rick Sluder reported that the Fire Department has been very busy due to the inclement weather and that, in order to eliminate travel time, the station was manned around the clock. He also expressed his gratitude towards the Police Department and Public Works Department for their support and hard work during the storm. Police Chief Keith Torbet also expressed his gratitude towards the Public Works Department and noted that they did a phenomenal job in keeping the citys streets open. Director of Finance Jamie Giguere reported that she had provided council with Income Tax Revenue report for 2013 and noted that the revenue is up 3.29% from 2012. She also noted that she had not as of yet officially closed out the books for yearend but will have that task completed by the next meeting. Also provided to council by Giguere were a list of bills that had been previously approved to be paid at the end of the year. In legislative matters Mayor Shaw read out loud by title Resolution 2014-01, which authorizes the mayor to enter into a CityCounty Dog Services Contract with the Board of Commissioners of Fulton County. The rules requiring three readings were suspended, declaring the resolution an emergency, the resolution was passed unanimously, and is now in effect. Presented for second reading was Resolution 2013-38, which authorized the mayor to enter in an agreement with Arcadis for Engineering Services for the design, bidding, and construction related to the secondary digestive cover replacement at the citys Water Reclamation Plant. The rules for three readings were once again suspended as the resolution was declared an emergency. Passing unanimously, the resolution will be in effect in 30 days. Read and passing on third reading were Resolutions 2013-36 and 2013-37. Combined, these resolutions authorize the mayor to enter into agreements with Arcadis for engineering services for the design, bidding, and construction related to the primary settling tank and flocculation clarified equipment replacement at the citys Water Reclamation Plant as well as for development of an Emergency Action Plan and Operations, Maintenance and Inspection Manual for the citys underground raw water reservoirs. Both passed unanimously and will be in effect in 30 days. New business brought before council included the acceptance of both the JAG (Justice Assistance Grant) and VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) grants. Council President Kost then moved and was seconded by Councilor Mathews to accept the nominations to various board sand commissions for the stated terms of expiration. Nominations accepted included: Charter Revision Commission January 1, 2014 December 31, 2014: Heather Kost and Fred Allen. Community Reinvestment Area Housing Council January 1, 2014 December 31, 2016: Sue Dieringer, Larry Fruth, Fred Allen, and Kathy Huner. Human Rights Board January 1, 2014 December 31, 2016: Dave Maxon, Pat Penrod, and Gloria Marlatt. Planning Commission January 1, 2014 December 31, 2017: Rick Frey. Tree Commission January 1, 2014 December 31, 2016: Tom Savage and Don Mathews. Pride Wauseon Preservation and Design Review Board January 1, 2014 December 31, 2016: Rick Giffin. With no further business being brought before council, the meeting was adjourned. Chelsie Firestone can be reached at [email protected]

STERLING AWARD WINNERS ... Todd Elliott (Football, Wrestling, Track), Marty Frank (Football, Basketball, Baseball), Mark Warfield (Cross Country, Wrestling, Track).

Wauseons Wagner & Upchurch Announce Forthcoming Marriage

ENGAGEMENT ... Ron and Elaine Wagner of Wauseon, OH are happy to announce the engagement of their daughter, Andrea Cathleen Wagner to Steven James Upchurch, son of Alan and Brenda Upchurch of Mobile, AL. Andrea is a 2008 graduate of Wauseon High School and a 2012 graduate of Pfeiffer University with a bachelor's degree in Sports Management. She is currently employed as an Assistant Head Softball coach at Graystone High School in Misenheimer, NC. Steven is a 2008 graduate of Faith Academy in Mobile, AL. He was drafted out of high school and is currently employed as a pitcher in the Chicago White Sox organization. The couple will exchange vows at Salem United Methodist Church in Albemarle, NC on December 13, 2014.

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Dons Automotive Group To Sponsor American Legion Riders Of Fulton County Hold December Meeting Coins For Our Community Fundraiser
The American Legion Riders of Fulton County met on December 5, 2013 at 7 p.m. at the Wauseon Post #265. Ten members were present. Opening discussion pertained to three veteran families with children (boy age 3, boy age 2, girl age 5, girl age 2, and girl age 9 months with cancer) in need. Donations are still being accepted for the families and can be dropped off at the Wauseon American Legion Post after 11 a.m. The meeting was then opened with a Salute to the Flag and the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a Moment of Silence for friends, family, and fellow motorcyclists and comrades who have passed on. Supporter Shirts, on sale for $20 a shirt with pre-pay at time of order, will be placed at the Fulton County VFW and American Legions in the near future. Planning ahead, the Wauseon American Legion will be having their dinner and reverse raffle drawing coming up March 29th. Tickets are on sale for $30 each. The Legion Riders of Northwest Ohio are looking at organizing a one day Charity Event. This will be discussed at the next meeting. Commander Doc Roth shard that on January 1st the Riders will meet at 10 a.m. at the Frischs Big Boy on Conant Street in Maumee followed by their annual Polar Bear Dive in the Maumee River. A motion was made and passed to order 200 cards with the 2014 meeting dates and locations. The next meeting will be held on Thursday, January 9, 2014 at 7 p.m. The group is always seeking new members. For more information about upcoming meetings or membership, you may call Commander Doc Roth at 419-5830130 or Vice Commander Marv Mac McIntosh at 419-250-3954.
Wauseon based business Dons Automotive Group is sponsoring a fundraiser to benefit Habitat for Humanity of Fulton County, Ohio. Coins for our Community will begin Monday, January 13th and run through February 28th. Collection containers will be placed in numerous locations throughout Fulton County including at least three school district buildings. Dons hope is to provide a way for area children and families to give of themselves, whether it is a few cents, dollars or more and thus give back to and improve their communities. The goal is to raise $5000.00 during this fundraiser. All proceeds will help families in need through the Habitat for Humanity program in Fulton County. Habitats mission is to provide simple, decent and affordable housing for families in Fulton County who demonstrate a need and desire to better their environments. Families must qualify into the program, participate in educational classes and invest numerous hours of labor into building Habitat projects. Without community partnerships, donations and volunteers, Habitat for Humanity would not be able to help families reach their dreams of safe and affordable home ownership. Heidi Kern, Executive Director of Fulton Countys Habitat affiliate states, This partnership with Dons Automotive is a blessing to Habitat and the future families that need our services. Habitat is beginning to raise funds right now for our next Build Project and Coins for our Community will certainly help with that. For more information, contact Becky Coopshaw at Dons Automotive Group, 567-454-7172, or Heidi Kern with Habitat for Humanity of Fulton County, Ohio, 419-335-7000. This fundraiser is detailed at https://www.facebook.com/events/14 31431730424856/1431449903756372/? notif_t=plan_mall_activity

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country, there is a certain amount of adjustment to dealing with poverty and hunger every day. But this kind of destruction and suffering comes along, and it humbles you in a profound way. Emilys connection to the Philippines began in 1983 as a year-long Rotary Exchange Student in Bacolod, Philippines. Sponsored by the Wauseon Rotary, then Emily Hurst, was the daughter of Wauseon Rotarian David Hurst. Emilys parents, Trudy a former nurse at Fulton County Health Center and her father David owner of the Hurst Company Department Store, former County Commissioner, and a 40 year Rotarian, provided her with a traditional small town upbringing. While Emily was living in the Philippines, she met John Tronco, her future husbands first cousin. Four years after she returned to the United States, Emily was contacted by John who was working in New York City with his Filipino cousin Arthur Batilo. (In 1980, Art had left his home in the Philippines to study computer science abroad in the Castro Valley, California). The two cousins were en route to visit an aunt in Chicago and asked Emily if they could stop for a visit in Ohio. Emily provided them with directions to Wauseon, and the guys stayed at the Chief Wauseon Motel. During their visit, Art asked Emily on their first date to the Star Drive-In to watch Crocodile Dundee. Emily reminisces, Art felt right at home amid the cornfields of Ohio, as they resemble the vast sugarcane plantations of his boyhood days in Negros, Visayas. A whirlwind romance ensued and we were married the following January 15, 1988. For the first ten years of their marriage, they resided in the United States near Toledo and Chicago as they built their careers in banking and electrical design. In 1991, they welcomed their daughter Rosemarie. A few years later as they were enjoying a comfortable life in the suburbs of Chicago, they decided to uproot the family. Emily says, In October 1999, we announced to our then-second grader, that we had decided to give life a try in the Philippines. For the next two years in the Philippines, the couple worked with Books for the Barrios, in which Art taught computer and math skills to Grade 6 public school students on donated computers. These kids had never seen a computer or heard of

Former Wauseon Couple Emily & Arthur Batilo Witness Hope & Healing ...
the internet. Emily volunteered in a reading program the local library called Reading for Rice. This program was similar to the American Accelerated Reading program but instead of being rewarded with Mr. Burkholders ice cream parties, children received rice, a Filipino staple, as a reward. This time allowed their daughter Rosie to learn firsthand the customs and cultures of her fathers Filipino heritage. In June 2001 and expecting their second child, the Batilos learned that Emilys mother had had a serious stroke. The decision was made to return to Wauseon to be closer to her family and her soon newly widowed father. They reunited with friends and family, met the Villaruz family who became like a second family, and rebuilt their lives. Emily says, Small town life agreed with the Batilos: 4-H, Softball, church, Bible School and Filipino-American friendships grew. In 2012, the health of parents once again changed the course of the Batilo familys lives. It was Arts mother who had the stroke this time. She was requiring more assistance than long distance phone calls could provide. Emily says, So we sold our home in the Midwest and made the journey to the Fareast, this time with 20-year old Rosemarie and 10 year-old Abigail in tow. The Batilo family returned to Arts roots once again settling in his hometown of Bacolod City, Negros Occidental in the Western Visayas Islands of the Philippines. Emily explains, It is a bustling vibrant city; located about two hours north of Arts mothers ancestral home, Kabankalan. As is customary in the Filipino culture, the Batilos reside with Arts parents in the same home within a walled compound. The extended family is involved in a variety of businesses including education, catering, mining, farming, and hotel management. Art serves as the Vice President of Operations in the family business, or Masa, managing a John Deere tractor parts store and a machine shop supporting a large family-owned sugarcane operation, mining, and hotel operation. He also assists with the development of the familys real estate division. Emily is learning the ropes of managing Filipino family life and household. She says, There are many opportunities to practice the native dialect Illongoo while bartering for bananas and mangos at the local market. Daughter Rosemarie is working towards her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at the University of LaSalle, the same school Emily attended as an exchange student 30 years ago. Younger daughter Abigail is a 7th grader in St. Scholasticas Academy where she was voted the captain of the softball team and plays guitar. On November 8th, the Philippines experienced one of the strongest storms in recorded history. While the Batilos were not in the direct path of the storm, they were still affected. The region they live in, Bacolod, was shielded from the worst of the storms wrath. Emily explains, It has been said that being a western port city, with several mountain ranges to our east helped in this regard. This is not to say we were unaffected there was minor flooding, power outages, damaged trees and damage to infrastructure in our immediate area. There have been food shortages and price increases due to destruction of farmland, fruit trees and livestock, as well as shortages of goods due to the redistribution of relief goods to the most affected areas. Construction materials such as nails are a rare commodity. Power outages continue to affect our banks, schools and public services. The area hardest hit area, Tacloban, is about an hour drive North of them. Emily says the suffering seen on TV is very real. Emily shares from an email, So where to begin? Whether its the 12 year-old girl whose legs were crushed in the rubble and sponsored by Abigails school since her own family cannot provide the medical care, wheelchair assistance and basic needs she requires. Then there is the father of one of Rosies classmate, a United States Air Force Pilot stationed in Tokyo who met us for breakfast and recounted tales of his 48-hour rescue mission in the initial aftermath and destruction in Tacloban. He got emotional when mentioning this was the most difficult assignment he has faced in his 30 years in the service, including tours of duty in war-torn Iraq and Afghanistan. He struggled with having to fly away in his empty aircraft from the thousands of injured, pleading and suffering victims at the Tacloban airport, as authorities prioritized his mission for relief goods deployment all the while knowing there were medical services that could be made available to the injured in Cebu or Manila if only he could let them aboard. Or our co-workers who couldnt return home when the radio reports from their hometown just an hour away related stories of trees crashing through homes and complete devastation of power, water supply and roads. They felt so helpless, waiting by their cell phones for days trying to contact family members and determine if it was safe to go and assist them without being an additional burden. Two months later, the Filipinos, a traditionally strong people, have begun rebuilding their lives. Signs display messages of We are Roofless, Homeless, but Not Hopeless. Locally, schools, cities, and community organizations have provided relief and support. The Batilo family has been involved in hands-on relief efforts as well. Recent visits by Secretary of State John Kerry and UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moons to Tacloban highlighted the fact that the Visayas have a long way to go on the road to recovery. UN Secretary General said at a press briefing in Metro Manila on December 22 that the United Nations and partners have launched a one-year Strategic Response Plan for 791 million U.S. dollars. Emily believes that approximately half that amount has been reached as of the end of 2013. Continued aid and support are needed and being accepted. Many agencies familiar to United States citizens are working towards relief efforts in the aftermath of the typhoon. If you are interested in assisting, some agencies that are involved include the United Nations World Food Programme, UNICEF, World Vision, Catholic Relief Services, Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity, Doctors Without Borders, Save the Children, and the American and Philippines Red Cross. Donations can be made online through the various agency websites. Emily hopes people back home in her native country will be inspired and encouraged by their story. She shares, This kind of destruction and suffering comes along and it humbles you in a profound way. In a world of violence and greed, the suffering in the Visayas has brought an opportunity to practice Charity and Kindness; to bring out the best in human hearts. The faithful people throughout the Visayas have shown the world that even in the most difficult situations, we can choose to Glorify God with resounding Gratitude and Faith. Tammy Allison may be reached at [email protected]

Wauseon Cub Scout Pack 177 Pops Some Christmas Cheer

Abigail and Rosemarie with their cousin Taylor visiting a needy family in Toboso, Negros Occidental,Visayas Dec. 1, 2013. A former Australian Rotary Exchange Scholar to Bacolod sent relief goods directly our home. We added some food and delivered these to a needy family in the mountains of Escalante, Negros Occidental. The kids enjoyed a meal with their new friends

MAKING A BIG DIFFERENCE ... Pictured is the Cub Scout Pack 177, a few days prior to the end of the sales. The poster displayed a total of $1697 collected. This amount reached the final total of $1877 after a few scouts turned in additional donation monies. Besides saving their own spare change and soliciting donations from family and friends, the Scouts spent many weekends throughout September and October at Wauseon First Federal Bank and Ace Hardware. The spare change that the community tossed in really did make a difference. Not only will Ohio troops enjoy the popcorn, but a few young boys have learned a valuable life lesson in giving and what it means to live up to the Cub Scout motto-Do Your Best.

PHOTO BY TAMMY ALLISON, STAFF

By: Tammy Allison THE VILLAGE REPORTER

A simple act of spare change can make a big difference in the lives of others. Wauseon Cub Scout Cub Master Elise Marks and son Ryan, 9, began a project a few years ago to raise funds to send Boy Scout popcorn to our military troops. The idea was simple-save spare change for popcorn. The project grew to include the entire Cub pack, and this year with the communitys support, the Wauseon Cub Scout Pack 177 raised $1877 to send popcorn to Ohio Military families. It was only fitting that the inspiration behind this project, Ryan, was the top fundraiser collecting $1001. Daniel Lilly, Jr. followed with $484. Last year, the pack had raised $600 for military troops. Cub Master Marks had initially thought that $600 would once again be a good target goal. I had thought that anything close to that would be a GREAT turn out for spare change donations. Marks is quick to thank the

community for their generosity. Without willing donors in the community, NONE of this would have been possible. She is thrilled with the amount the troop collected. For Ryan Marks, he set his goal high and wanted to collect $1,000 in donation. He worked hard and saw his total grow to $981. His aunt purchased additional product to donate to the troops bringing the total over $1,000, his personal goal. On November 9th, Buckeye Military Families was given the popcorn to be distributed in care packages going to Ohio military that are presently deployed. Cub Master Markss cousins husband Kyle Dillard is deployed with the Army currently, and he received some popcorn from this donation drive. He appreciates all mail and will likely share his popcorn with his fellow comrades. Boy Scout popcorn for many is a nostalgic piece of America and for the troops stationed abroad, a taste of home.

A view of the aftermath of Typhoon Yolanda - Photo provided by Emily Batilo and Courtesy of Philippine Starweek, Photographer George Tapan

Tammy Allison may be reached at [email protected]

A resident puts the finishing touches on the community Christmas tree Photo courtesy of George Tapan, Photographer The Philipine Starweek

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Devotional Thought / Fellowship of Christian Athletes

BY: REX STUMP - A NEW YEAR ... A NEW DAY ... REJOICE!
We hope and pray that you had a great season of Christmas gatherings, time with family, time off work, time away from the normal routine, and more importantly a time to focus on the birth of Jesus Christ, our Savior & Lord. Our family enjoyed another memorable Christmas. While spending time at my parents house, my mother showed me a book that she gave to my dad. It was a small book containing a question for each day of the year. As dad fills out this book, we will know more about dad (grandpa) and it would also create opportunity for some good conversations. For example: What was your favorite meal as a kid? What was the worst storm (spring/winter) that you can remember as a child? Share a memory of going to church as you were growing up. Ever get teased? About what? Its fun to think back and reminisce on the past. BUT, we cant live there right? If we made mistakes, Satan will keep us from moving forward by using grief, grudges, and guilt from our past. If we were successful, we may hold onto our accomplishments, and not be motivated to move forward to accomplish more. The past can be a great place to visit, but a dangerous place to live. I believe the past was meant to teach us and help us move forward, as we navigate through the daily challenges and future trials of life. My friend, right now, at this very moment, this day is a new day for creating new opportunities. Psalm 118:24 says, This is the day that Lord has made! Let us rejoice and be glad in it! There is joy, there is celebration, and there is delight that we have a new day! In Luke 2 we read how the shepherds went seeking the Messiah! They anticipated something great! They discovered something great, not just a newborn baby but a King, our Messiah! It was the first Christmas celebration! Just like today, there was anticipation and celebration. But there is part of the Christmas story in Luke 2 that sometimes gets overlooked. Observe how the shepherds left the manger! After seeing him, the shepherds told everyone what had happened and what the angel had said to them about this child. All who heard the shepherds story were astonished, They didnt walk away saying, Well that was good, but its over. Lets just go back to our sheep NO! After seeing Jesus, in excitement and jubilee they told everyone what happened! They told everyone about the angels and the promise of this baby being the Messiah! Weve got some good news about what we saw for everyone! It wasnt over! It was just beginning! It wasnt about what the shepherds received, but who had arrived for the world! It was the fact that God has not forgotten us, that God does love us! He loves us so much that He came to this wretched, sinful, gross, and immoral planet to save us! Oh, how amazing is His grace; giving us something we dont deserve! Thats worth celebrating, thats worth going door to door to share! You dont have to go away after Christmas, depressed! The shepherds left rejoicing, not saying its over rather they could say Its just beginning! There is joy, there is celebration, and there is delight that we have a new day! We are now heading into 2014. What can we expect? Im not sure! But I know we need to remain hopeful and positive! In spite of your work situation, family dissension, failing health, government disappointments, economic struggles, and the worlds morale declinewe must move forward with a focus on Jesus Christ! For more reading, check out Proverbs 16 an incredible chapter full of great advice for each new day!

WHAT ARE YOU DREAMING ABOUT FOR 2014?

The New Year that is before us will represent an opportunity for many to dream what might be or ponder what will be. What are you dreaming about for 2014? In light of this moment to reflect on possibilities Dr. J. Wallace Hamilton in his book Horns and Halos tells about one of the weirdest auction sales in history. The auction was held in Washington, D.C., in 1926, where 150,000 patented models of old inventions were declared obsolete and placed on the auction block for public auction. Prospective buyers and on-lookers chuckled as item after item was put up for bid, such as a bed-bug buster or an illuminated cat that was designed to scare away mice. Then there was a device to prevent snoring. It consisted of a trumpet that reached from the mouth to the ear and was designed to awaken the snorer and not the neighbors. Then there was the adjustable pulpit that could be raised or lowered according to the height of the preacher. Needless to say, this auction of old patent models was worth at least 150,000 laughs; but if we would look into this situation a little deeper, we would discover that these 150,000 old patent models also represent 150,000 broken dreams. They represented a mountain of disappointments. The important thing to remember in light of all this is to continue to dream or as Solomon puts it in Proverbs 29:18, KJV; Where there is no vision the people perish.
Rick Jones, Executive Director, Defiance Area Youth for Christ. For more information about the work of Youth for Christ, 419-782-0656, or email: [email protected]

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Lockport Mennonite Church Hosts Ladies Bible Study

The Ladies Bible Study at Lockport Mennonite Church is scheduled to begin Tuesday Jan 14 at 9:30 AM. The 10 week study will be on The Essential Jesus by Whitney Kuniholm. This is a non-denominational study and all ladies are welcome.

A Caring Christmas Brings The Love Of Jesus To Edon Area

Mix 98.1~ Christmas For Kids and Neighbors in Need programs and Wal*Mart (eggs) as well. The Edon Area Ministerial Association, as the hands and feet of Jesus, reaches out to the surrounding community through a variety of ministries, including a food pantry, on-call pastoral care through the Edon Police Department and financial assistance (utilities, fuel, temporary housing and prescription drugs.) They also host community worship services throughout the year ~ Prayer for Christian Unity, Spring Worship, Thanksgiving, Edon Days ~ along with a weekly Bible Study at the Edon Senior Center. If you are interested in helping with any of their ministries or are in need of assistance, feel free to contact one of the following EAMA congregations: Columbia Church of Christ, Edon Church of Christ, Edon United Methodist Church, Mount Union Christian Union Church, Nettle Lake United Brethren in Christ Church, St. Joseph Catholic Church and St. Peter Lutheran Church. Lucinda Held-Faulhaber may be reached at [email protected]

EAMA CHRISTMAS WORKSHOP Pausing before sorting more gifts at St. Peters Lutheran Church for the 2013 Edon Area Ministerial Associations A Caring Christmas were, from left, front: Melody Nofziger, Carolyn Van De Voorde, Sue LaDuke; middle: Pastor Roger Marlow, Pastor David LaDuke, Andrew LaDuke, Pastor Nathan Derico, Lynn Wilson, Ladena Ankney, Lynne Nofziger, Martha Michael, Meredith LaDuke and back: Karl Mauerhan, Calli Thiel, Gretchen Mauerhan and Larry Wilson. This year, packages were delivered to ninety-three individuals throughout the Edon Northwest Local School District. By: Lucinda Held-Faulhaber THE VILLAGE REPORTER As part of their ongoing outreach ministry, Edon Area Ministerial Association once more assisted residents in the Edon Northwest Local School District with food baskets, clothing and childrens toys during the Christmas Season. Over the past several weeks, Edon, Blakeslee, Nettle Lake and Cooney pastors and congregations have donated sweatshirts, school supplies, mittens, board games, teddy bears, money for food basket purchases (through Northwest Ohio Food Bank at reduced costs), etc. all needed to help brighten the holidays of forty area families. The local community also generously supported EAMA through food and clothing donations, The Angel Tree Project at Edon State Bank and Edon Public Library, Edon High Schools Student Council Mitten Tree; additional assistance was received from

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Northwest State Community College Announces Deans List For Fall Semester 2013
Northwest State Community College has announced the Deans List for the fall 2013 semester. ALVORDTON *Nicole Bowers, PT *Casy Douglass, FT *Zoe Koch, PT Tyler Richards, FT Shannon Ross-Yocklin, FT *Andrea Zavala, PT EDON *Laura Arquette, PT Chelsi Brown, PT Kaitlin Chrisman, PT Amber Dirrim, FT *Catherine Hemstreet, FT *Katrina Hochstetler, PT Kaitlyn Manahan, FT Samantha Mercer, FT Sara Millay, PT Kathleen Morris, PT *Donald Price, PT Kelsey Sparks, PT *Taneesha Stuckey, FT *Beth Wilde, FT *Brian Yoder, PT FAYETTE *Wendy Anderson, PT *Tiffany Hall, PT Patrick Hookstadt, FT Damiann Mahlman, FT MONTPELIER *Adrian Anderson, PT *Misty Ankney, PT *Paul Bartell, PT *Lorielle Bible, PT *Joseph Bohner, PT Jeffrey Boskovich, FT *Kirsten Burkhart, PT *Amy Coburn, PT Jessy Duchene, PT Ashley Fitzenrider, PT *Risa Haas, PT Grace Hartman, FT *Christina Kuckuck, FT *Zebulun Lillard, PT Violet Reese, FT Aaron Repp, FT Erica Richmire, PT Deyli Stantz, FT *Samantha Stuckey, FT Allison Taylor, PT Zack Van Dyke, PT *Kylee Vasquez, PT Richard Word, PT *Katelynn York, FT PETTISVILLE Michael Deffely Jr, PT James Greek, FT Bradley Myers, PT STRYKER Kaitlyn Allen, FT Hanna Baltosser, PT *Hunter Clingaman, FT Eric Coopman, PT Tiera Covey, PT Jared DeGroff, PT *Neal Flory, PT Mason Fox, FT Amandra Justice, FT Bayli Louys, PT Joel Miller, FT Angela Rutledge, FT Douglas Tracz, FT David Wilks, FT *James Wilson, PT *Bradlee Woolace, PT WAUSEON *Kevin Becker, FT *Melaina Behnfeldt, PT Kelly Borton, PT Courtney Bowerman, FT *Rebekah Cales, FT Noah Castle, PT Danielle Coll, PT *Tony Dehnbostel, PT *Rebecca Dent-Weiss, PT Amber Dykstra, FT *Rebecca Eddins, PT *Joseph Elrod, PT *Michael England, FT *Lindsay Fager, PT *Francisca Franklin, PT *Holly French, PT *Sean Fruth, PT Margarita Gonzalez, FT *Myra Graffice, PT Leland Hays, FT *Tony Hess, PT *Jessica Hoffman, PT Melanie Hoot, PT *Colleen Johnston, PT Rosalinda Kamerdula, FT *Jodi Kearney, PT Chase Krohn, PT *Liza Kuszmaul, FT Cole Lesinski, PT Patricia Lillich, PT Reynaldo Lopez, PT Luke Meller, FT Morgan Murry, PT *Kenneth Panico, FT China Parry, FT *Clint Parry, FT Maxie Ratanasri, FT *Amanda Reed, FT Taylor Reed, PT *Javier Rendon, PT Anthony Rodriguez, FT Bree Rolon, PT *Derek Rupp, PT Michael Sager, FT *Leah Schrock, PT *Amanda Schroeder, PT *William J Sigg, PT Michael Smith, PT Brett Spires, FT Henry Thomas, FT *Monica Trevino, PT Gabriel Valdez, PT Marisa Wagner, FT Zoey Weiss, PT *Cassidy Wells, PT Stephanie Whitman, PT *Nicolette Winland, PT Christopher Zamora, FT Lorna Ziehm, FT *Francis Ziehm II, FT WEST UNITY Brooke Ashbaugh, PT Cayden Blaisdell, FT *Laura Castillo, PT Conner Frey, FT *Travis Haynes, PT Gabriella Johnson, PT Rhandi Kauwe-Abner, FT Amanda Kerr, PT *Brady Livensparger, FT *Emily Maneval, PT Jason Marvin, PT Brian Miller, PT *Patrick Pilmore, PT *Easton Price, PT Wyatt Short, FT *Erik Stipe, PT *Elizabeth Stokes, FT *Taylor Tompkins, PT Jalen Towers, PT *Kristin Turner, FT *Jesse Westfall, FT Madison Yunker, PT * Denotes 4.0 GPA FT: Full-Time PT: Part-Time

Fulton County Career Center Announces December Meeting Notes

The December Meeting of the Four County Career Center Board of Education was held on Thursday, December 19, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room at Four County Career Center. As part of the Treasurers Report, the Board approved: November Meeting Minutes as presented. Financial statements and investments for the month of November as presented. To approve the updated Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan as presented. As part of the Superintendents Report, the board accepted and/or approved the following items: Employ Chris Zacharias as the Welding Instructor. Haley Damman, Jim Hall and Alex Stanton as Certified Substitutes. Florence Willeman as an Internal Substitute. Bethany Borton as a Custodial Substitute. Andrew Douglas, Benjamin Jarret and Catherine Potts as Public Safety Instructors for Adult Education. Bill Parsley as an Adult Education Instructor. Donations from Bryan Automotive Parts, Moxi Salon and Spa, Eric and Lisa Hite, Steve and Mary Creager and the Fulton County Pork Producers. The joining of the Straight A Fund Consortium with Fayette Local School and 15 other schools. The Board approved a commendation to John McCalla and Larry Long for their service as Board President and Vice-President of the Four County Career Center Board of Education during 2013. The board also set the date for the January 2014 Organizational Meeting for January 9, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. Larry Long was designated President Pro-Tem for this meeting. Under Board Committee Reports, the Board received updates from: Directors SALT Upcoming meetings involving members of the Four County Career Center Board of Education, include the organizational and regular January Board Meeting on January 9, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room at Four County Career Center.

LOCAL CHURCH LISTINGS

LUTHERAN Emmaus Lutheran 841 N. Shoop Ave. Pastor: Charles Althoff Creative Worship: 8:15 a.m. Education Hour: 9:30 a.m. Classic Worship: 10:45 a.m. Trinity Lutheran Church 398 S. Shoop Ave. Interim Senior Pastor: Keith A. Hunsinger Associate Pastor: Jennifer Herrmann Saturday: 5 p.m. Sunday Worship: 8 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. St. Luke Lutheran 1588 St. Rt. 108 Pastor Dave Goehmann Saturday Eve.: 7 p.m. Sunday Bible Study: 9 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:15 a.m. Wednesday Midweek School: 6:30 p.m St. Peters Lutheran Church Rev. Roger Marlow, Pastor 201 N Church Edon, OH 43518 Tel: 419-272-2113 *9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship *10:15 a.m. Sunday School *6:30 p.m. Wednesday Catechism Class First Lutheran Church 701 S. Defiance St., Stryker *8:45 a.m. Sunday Worship *10:00 a.m. Sunday School *5:00 p.m. Saturday Evening Worship Zion Lutheran Church 405 Hickory Street, Montpelier *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship *9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Bible Study MENNONITE Tedrow Mennonite Church 252 Windisch St. Pastor: Doug King Youth & Young Adult Pastor: Ryan Nafziger Worship: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. North Clinton Mennonite Church 831 W. Linfoot St., Wauseon Pastor Glenn Coblentz 9:00 a.m. Traditional Worship Sunday classes Children & Adults 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Sunday classes Adults Pine Grove Mennonite 04524 Co. Rd. 20-50, Stryker *9:30 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Lockport Mennonite Church 09269 Co. Rd. 21N, Stryker. Pastors: Steve Heatwole & Gloria Beck Sunday Worship: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. CATHOLIC St. Caspar Catholic Church 1205 N. Shoop Ave. Father David Bruning Saturday Mass: 5 p.m. Sunday Mass: 8 and 10:30 a.m. Spanish Mass: Sunday, 1 p.m. St. Joseph Catholic 625 Washington St., Blakeslee *4:00 p.m. Saturday Mass *8:30 a.m. Monday Mass *7:00 p.m. Wednesday Youth CCD Class NAZARENE Wauseon Community Church of the Nazarene 139 Cherry St. Pastor: Timothy Moebs Worship: 10 a.m. Small Groups (Sunday): 6 p.m. Small Groups (Monday): 7 p.m. Pioneer Church of the Nazarene Corner of SR 15 & CR S Pioneer, Ohio *10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship *11:00 a.m. Sunday School *7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting METHODIST Church of the Master United Methodist 229 W. Chestnut Pastor: Ben Sheaffer Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship: 10: 30 a.m. North Dover United Methodist 11080 St. Rt. 108 Pastor: Rev. Don Krieger Bible Study/Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship: 9:00 a.m. Living Hope Free Methodist 1051 W. Jackson St., West Unity *9:30 a.m. Sunday 10:15-10:45 Fellowship 10:45-12:00 Worship Service Youth Groups through the school year are: *6:30 p.m. Wednesday 1-12 year olds 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Jr. High 8:00 p.m. Sr. High Christ United Methodist Church 215 N. Fulton St. Pastor Ruth Ann Scoby Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Fellowship: 9:45 a.m. Worship: 10:15 a.m. West Clinton Mennonite Church 18029 Co. Rd. C Pastors Jess & Naomi Engle Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship: 10:30 a.m. St. Pauls United Methodist 402 Broad St, Montpelier, *9:00 a.m. Sunday Prayer Walk *9:00 a.m. Young Adult Sunday School *9:00 a.m. Junior Choir Practice *9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School *9:30 a.m. Cherub Choir Practice *9:30 a.m. Youth Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship *10:00 a.m. Wed. Bible Study *10:00 a.m. Wed. Night Meal *6:00 p.m. Wed. Bible Study *7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Practice Edon United Methodist 103 Pleasant St., Edon *9:00 a.m. Sunday School *10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship West Franklin United Methodist Corner of Fulton Co. Rd L & 27-1 West Unity, Ohio *9:14 a.m. Sunday Worship & Jr. Church *10:30 a.m. Sunday School CHURCH OF CHRIST Christ Church 410 N. Shoop Ave. Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Evening: 7 p.m. Columbia Church of Christ 14832 Co. Rd. 1-50, Edon *9:30 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship *7:00 p.m. Adults & Youth Service Edon Church of Christ 101 Franklin, Edon *9:00 a.m. Sunday School *10:00 a.m. Worship Montpelier Church of Christ 104 W. Jefferson St.,Montpelier *Adult Sunday School: 9 a.m. *Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. *Wednesday Workouts: 6:30-7:30 p.m. *Classes for all ages. BRETHREN West Fulton Dunkard Brethren 18354 US20A Pastor: Fred Johnson & Brant Jamison Worship: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Evening: 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: 7:30 p.m. Alvordton United Brethren 311 East Main St., Alvordton 9:30 am Sunday Worship 6:00 p.m. Sunday Worship 7:00 p.m. Every 3rd Thursday Community Sing BAPTIST Faith Baptist Church 15878 Co. Rd F, Wauseon, Pastor Randy Titus Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday Eve. Worship 6 p.m. Wednesday Eve. Worship 7 p.m. First Baptist Church 854 S. Shoop Ave. Pastor John Shirley Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship: 6 p.m. Wednesday: Awana: 6:50 p.m. Adult Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. Youth Group: 7:30 p.m. Haven Heights Baptist Church 1373 N. Ottokee St. Pastor Larry Polston Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Worship: 10:15 a.m. Sunday Small Groups: 6 p.m. Wednesday: Team Kid: 6 p.m. Youth: 6:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study: 6:30 p.m. COMMUNITY CHURCH True North Church Meets @ Wauseon Elementary & Middle School Pastor Rex Stump Worship: 10:00 a.m. Wauseon New Life 850 West Elm St. Pastors Mark & Rebecca Sanchez Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m. Wednesday: 6:00 p.m Eagle Point Worship Center 115 S. Fulton St. Pastors: Michael & Marilyn Lulfs Sunday Morning Worship: 10 a.m. Wednesday Adult Bible Study: 7 p.m. Teen Bible Study: 7 p.m. Childrens Bible Class: 7 p.m. Solid Rock Community 102 Egly Drive, West Unity *9:15 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Worship *7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Adult, Children & Youth Studies River of Life Worship Center 14226 U.S. 20A, Montpelier *9:30 Sunday Worship *7:00 p.m. Wed. Worship www.rolworship.org Hope Christian Fellowship Located 1.5 miles west of Walmart on US 20A Pastor: Donna Stutzman Sunday School/Bible Study: 9:30 a.m. Worship: 10:30 a.m. Oasis Christian Fellowship 400 Enterprise Ave. Pastor Louie Weber Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Wednesday Adult Bible Study: 7 p.m. Childrens Classes, K-5th Grade: 7 p.m. Northwest Christian Edon NW School, Edon *9:00 a.m. Sunday Service (Jr. Church &Wee Church) New Beginnings Church 201 W. Lawrence, Montpelier Pastor: Mike Martinelli Sunday School/Bible Study: 9:30 a.m. Worship: 10:30 a.m. EVANGELICAL Crossroads Evangelical Church 845 E. Leggett St. Senior Pastor: Matt Boyers Asso. Pastor: Nate Hamblin Sunday Morning: 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Kids: 6:45 p.m. Wednesday Adults: 7-8 p.m. CHRISTIAN UNION Bethlehem Christian Union Co. Rd. M-50 &4, Edon *9:30 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship *7:00 p.m. Sunday Worship Service *Tuesday Food Pantry *7:00 p.m. Wed. Bible Study & Prayer, Adventure Club for children & youth Mt. Union Christian Union St. Rt. 49, Cooney, Ohio *9:30 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship *6:00 p.m. Sunday Service *7:00 p.m. Wednesday Adult & Children Olive Branch Christian St. Rt. 127 & Co. Rd. P, Fayette *9:30 a.m. Sunday School *10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship *6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening *6:00 p.m. Bible Study DISCIPLES OF CHRIST Winameg Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 10925 Co. Rd 10-2, Delta Pastor Floyd Vincent Worship: 10:30 a.m. East Chesterfield Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 14901 County Road 14, Lyons Pastor Floyd Vincent Worship: 9:00 a.m. First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 129 E. Elm St. Senior Pastor: Mitchell Maxted Associate Pastor: Mary Jo Bray Traditional Worship: 8:15 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Blended Worship: 10:45 a.m. CHURCH OF GOD First Church of God 507 N. Fulton St. Pastor: Paul Flores Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Wednesday Night Kids: 7 p.m. UNIVERSALIST First Universalist Church of Lyons, Ohio 145 East Morenci St., Lyons Youth Activity -9:45 am Adult Religious Ed. 9:45 am Youth Religious Ed. 10:45 Worship Service 10:30 am

Attention Edon, Montpelier, Pioneer, West Unity, Stryker, Wauseon & Fayette Area Congregation Members:
Please contact The Village Reporter if you have changes to your Church listing. If your church listing has not been published, we are still awaiting your Churchs information. Please email us at [email protected] so we can include your listing as soon as possible.

Hallett, Hallett & Nagel Attorneys At Law

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NSCC Recognizes Thirty-Three Registered Nursing Graduates In Special Pinning Ceremony

Thirty-three students completing Northwest State Community Colleges registered nursing associate degree program were recently pinned in a special ceremony held for the graduates. Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Exam and enter directly into the workforce, or they may transfer their credits into a bachelors degree program.

Real Estate Tax Bills For Tax Year 2013 Begins

Williams County property owners will be receiving their real estate tax bill in the mail for the first half of tax year 2013. I would like to remind residents of two important tax savings programs available to them: 1999 Bond Levy (0.05 mill decrease) Millcreek-West Unity Local School District 2006 Bond Levy (1.40 mill decrease) North Central Local School District 1992 Bond Levy (0.50 mill decrease) Stryker Local School District 2012 Emergency Levy (0.10 mill decrease) Stryker Local School District 2006 Bond Levy (0.60 mill decrease) Brady Township 1993 Fire Bond Levy (0.10 mill decrease) Millcreek Township 2009 Fire Levy replaced (0.31 mill increase) St. Joseph Township 1998 Cemetery Levy replaced (0.28 mill increase) Williams County residents can research real property tax and valuations information on the County Auditors website at www.co.williams. oh.us/auditor. Click on Real Estate Search and follow the directions to research properties located in Williams County. Tax mapping information, which includes aerial photos, is available on the website as well. Also, our website provides information regarding other functions of the County Auditors office including Building Permits, Current Agricultural Use Value Program (C.A.U.V.), dog licenses, 2 % Homesite Program, Homestead Exemption Program, manufactured homes taxation, real property taxation, vendors licenses, tax rates, and weights and measures inspection. Several forms relating to these subjects are available on the website for your convenience. Anyone with questions regarding these programs or their real estate tax bills may contact or visit the County Auditors office located on the second floor of the Williams County Courthouse, phone 419-636-5639. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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CHANGES IN RATES ARE NOTED FOR WILLIAMS COUNTY

1) HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION PROGRAM This program is offered to (a) senior citizens age 65 or older, or (b) permanently disabled individuals who own and occupy their home (or manufactured home) in Williams County as their principle place of residence, as of January 1 of the filing year. Because of a change in state law, beginning in 2014, new applicants will be subject to an income means test with the maximum total income WILLIAMS COUNTY ... Chevralyn OConnor (Bryan), Kelly Woodring (Bryan), Leah not to exceed $30,500. Existing Houser (Montpelier). homestead recipients will continue to receive the credit without being subject to the income test and do not have to resubmit an application. Homestead Exemption application forms are available at the County Auditors office, or on our website at www.co.williams.oh.us/auditor 2) 2% HOMESITE CREDIT All home owners are eligible for a 2 % Homesite credit provided that the home is their primary residence on levies that were voted into effect prior to the November 5, 2013, election. Home owners should carefully review their real estate tax bills to make certain they are receiving this credit. Some rates have changed for tax year 2013 which will affect taxes payable in calendar year 2014. Listed below are the changes in tax rates in various taxing districts: Williams County 2013 Soil & Water (0.40 mill increase) Bryan City Schools 2013 Bond Levy (7.45 mill increase) Central Local School District 2012 Emergency Levy (0.15 mill FULTON COUNTY ... Wendy Anderson (Fayette), Christine Cox (Archbold), Aaron decrease) Harmon (Delta), Jessica Hoffman (Wauseon), Jodi Kearney (Wauseon), Christy Central Local School District
Lovins (Swanton), David Pickard (Wauseon), William Sigg (Wauseon).

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Thank You
THANK YOU - Hal & Jeanette Decker would like to thank their family and all who remembered us on our 60th wedding anniversary with cards and other ways.

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Help Wanted
HELP WANTED - Home Daily! And great Revenue! Paid Tolls! Sounds too good to be true? Triple Crown is in need of Owner Operators. Class A CDL and late model tractor needed. Or we have lease purchase program Call today! 888-992-5609.

NOTICE: The Village of Montpelier Council will be taking letters of interest including a resume of qualifications and experience to fill a vacancy on the Montpelier Council. Qualified candidates must be a resident of Montpelier and a qualified elector for at least two years. A letter of interest and resume must be received at the office of the Clerk of Council by 12:00pm (noon) on Thursday, January 23, 2014 at Montpelier Town Hall, 211 N. Jonesville FOR SALE - 1997 Chevy Astro Van. Used as newspaper St., P.O. Box 148, Montpelier, Ohio 43543. A contact delivery vehicle. Very reliable, serviced regularly. Blue number should be supplied so the candidate can be conBook: ($1,923 - $2,748) $1,499 OBO. Call (419) 630- tacted for an interview. Any questions should be directed to the Clerk of Council at 419-485-5543. 4305.

For Sale

FOR SALE - Freezer Pork Sale! Whole Hog, cut, smoked & vacuum sealed. $350 which is about $2.75 lb. 1/2 hog cut, smoked, vacuum sealed. $180 which is about $3 lb. Includes bacon, ham, hocks, ribs, chops, steaks, roast, sausage. 419-212-0702 or 517-212-0560

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Commercial Property
FOR SALE - Grocery store for sale or lease in small Fulton Co. town. Includes showcases & all equipment plus C1 & C2 license. Call Darrel Hayes, Welles Bowen Realtors 419-261-2714.

HELP WANTED - MECHANIC

Must be able to work on all makes and models of cars. Must have basic knowledge of vehicle diagnostics. Delles Transmission 220B N Brunell St. Wauseon
HELP WANTED - The Village Reporter is expanding its team! Work with a growing 130+ year old family run company; helping promote hometown news throughout Williams & Fulton Counties. SALES REPRESENTATIVE: Help local businesses with their marketing needs via assisting them with print advertisement placement at our Montpelier, Ohio office. $8 per hour flat rate plus sizeable commission, first shift, full time. Resumes should be emailed to [email protected].

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Storage
STORAGE - West Unity Storage Units for Rent. Month To Month Rates Call 419/924-5007. 10x20 $49 10x10 $38

Wanted
WANTED TO BUY - Junk cars & trucks, dead or alive, top dollar $ paid. 419-7081615, 419-335-1358.

Peoplelink Staffing Solutions

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HELP WANTED - DriversCO & Owner Operators. OTR Flatbed, Regional Van, West Coast teams, Texas Solo. CDL-A, 1yr experience, good driving record. EOE. Bryan Systems: 800745-HIRE (M-F, 8-5) HELP WANTED - Americare Home Health of Bryan is looking for part-time per visit LPNs and full-time Home Health Aides in your area. Interested applicants e-mail your resume to hr@ americare-health.com or visit us at our office at 102 W. Bryan St. in Bryan. EOE

Commercial Property
CHILD CARE - 1st Shift Childcare Openings! Co. Rd. T Fayette. Lunches/Snacks provided. Planned activities & daily schedule. Fun & Safe Environment! Katey Schaffner 419551-0928.

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