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    The Climate Prediction Center was prognosticating over the last two months of 2013 that January 2014 would be 'normal' in precipitation and temperature. Prior to January of 2014, how many of you knew the meaning of the term 'polar Vortex?' What was an obscure term relegated to weather geeks and Nanook of the north, seems to have become a household term in our neck of the woods.

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    E d o n M o n t p E l i E r p i o n E E r W E s t U n i t y Fay E t t E s t ry k E r W a U s E o n
    (USPS 168-440) - Volume 5 Edition 4 YOUR LOCAL WEEKLY HOMETOWN NEWS SOURCE
    By: Timothy Kays THE VILLAGE REPORTER Weather Editor To those who read my monthly meteorological mumblings, I ask you to reflect back to what the Climate Prediction Center was prognosticating over the last two months of 2013. Remember those predictions? November was to be 'normal' in precipitation and temperature ... but it wasn't. December was to be the same ... 'normal' in precipitation and temperature. Another prediction ... another swing and a miss. The CPC went to bat again at the end of 2013, saying that January 2014 was to be, wait for it ... 'normal' in precipitation and temperature. That being the case, prior to January of 2014, how many of you knew the meaning of the term 'Polar Vortex?' What was an obscure term relegated to weather geeks and Nanook of the North, seems to have become a household term in our neck of the woods. The CPC predictions for January 2014 were not just off, they were WAY off. It is almost easier to tell you how many records were not broken or threatened during the last month than the opposite. Those would be records for lack of snowfall and warmth ... global, regional or local. According to the monthly climatology report compiled by the staff of the National Weather Service Forecast Office in North Webster, Indiana (KIWX), "The harsh winter

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    A Close Look Behind The Scenes Of January 2014: What Was Supposed To Be 'Normal' Was Anything BUT Normal Fellowship Of Christian Athletes

    BEHIND THE SCENE ... Rex Stump, on the left, at the Ohio High School Baseball Coaches Association Clinic. By: Tammy Allison THE VILLAGE REPORTER Rex Stump, the Area Director of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, was first introduced to the ministry of FCA in the spring of 2004. This particular office is heading into its 10th year. As Area Director, he has many responsibilities including hiring staff, recruiting and training volunteers, establishing and visiting FCA Huddles in schools, raising funds, and public speaking events. Each month, he travels anywhere from 2,000-3,000 miles to visit schools, teams, and raise funds. The FCA has been very active recently in a variety of events. One of the regular activities that the FCA takes part in are Team Times. During practice or the end of practice, staff, volunteers, and coaches take a few minutes to share positive characteristics about topics such as commitment, teamwork, attitude, or passion. Stump says, It's usually something the players can use on the field/court and off the field/court. Its like being the chaplain for a team; we are available to the team as needed. Team Times, which serve over 85 teams this year, are designed to help the coaches and athletes. Stump describes a Team Talk that he used during Christmas: I show up at the beginning of practice, chat with the coach and maybe a few players, while the rest of the team is still showing up. Once everyone is there and the coach is ready, I remind the team of our recurring theme you were created to be great. We circle up into two teams and compete with a combination game of musical chairs and hot potato. Its a quick and competitive game, with the idea of making a point that you dont want to hold on to the ball. You have to be quick and get rid of the ball! Give it away! After relating the game we played to their sport, we relate it to life academics, relationships, and faith. The average person is selfish and keeps things to himself. Those seeking to be great learn to be selfless and quick to reaching out to others. To illustrate these characteristics, stories and images are used and players participate to help convey the message. The goal is not to lecture, but rather to learn through experience and help the athletes deal with everyday issues on and off the field of competition. These Team Times are well received by coaches as they promote team bonding. These Team Talks also have real life application. Stump recalls a team time with the Wauseon boys basketball team at Christmas. The topic was peace. Stump says, At Christmastime we celebrate the coming of Jesus Christ, the prince of peace! Little did we know that in less than 24 hours we would be praying as a team, praying for peace at the hospital, during a very difficult and tragic event. Another activity the FCA takes part in are their Campus Huddle functions. These groups vary depending on the ideas of the individual huddles. Over the Christmas holiday, groups participated in various activities such as organizing Toys for Tots, helping with Operation Christmas Child, adopting needy families, baking and delivering Christmas cookies, and visiting nursing homes. In Wauseon, the Middle School Huddle sold root beer floats during lunch and raised over $600 to purchase gifts for six children in a needy family. In addition to serving student athletes, the FCA has made it its mission to become more intentional in trying to provide resources and encouragement to local coaches. During a Team Time with the Defiance High School baseball team, CONTINUED ON PAGE 11

    THE MAKINGS OF ANOTHER MESS ... This GFS model of precipitable water aloft for 1:00 a.m. on February 5 shows the higher amounts to our south. One tends to hope that the model is overzealous in the moisture levels for our area.

    continued into January with very cold temperatures, dangerous wind chills and a lot of snow. January began cold with the second and third having average temperatures about 20 degrees below normal and low temperatures in the single digits to 10 below zero." You may recall, that we also experienced a significant snow event over New Year's Eve and New Year's Day that coincided with the cold. "This was just a tease of what was about to come a few days later," the report continued, and we became familiar with the term, 'Polar Vortex'. "One of the coldest outbreaks in recent memory arrived on the sixth in the wake of one of the most memorable snowfalls. A strong storm system moved through the Ohio valley and dropped

    between 10 and 18 inches of snow on many locations across northern Indiana and northwest Ohio. This storm was accompanied by winds of 25 to 35 mph which created blowing and drifting snow and whiteout conditions in some areas. As the temperature fell below zero on the sixth, wind chills plummeted to around 40 below zero. Low temperatures dropped below zero for two consecutive nights between the sixth and seventh." A brief warm-up brought us out of the deep freeze between the 10th and 14th as temperatures warmed into the forties. More seasonable temperatures followed through the 20th before the Polar Vortex made an encore appearance in the ... CONTINUED ON PAGE 7

    Marcos Pizza Opens Eighth Location In Montpelier

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    NOW OPEN ... After opening their first Marcos Pizza location in Wauseon in 1986, the Bueter family celebrated the recent grand opening of their newest location in Montpelier on January 29. The Montpelier location at 1428 Whitaker Way is the eighth to be opened by the Bueter family and offers a variety of pizzas, subs, breads, wings, and salads. The pizzeria offers both delivery and carry-out and is open Monday through Thursday from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM, and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 10:30 PM. Orders can be placed by calling 419-485-1444. Pictured at the ribbon cutting are, from left, Area Supervisor Anna Cheek; Owners Scottye and Eric Bueter; and Montpelier Chamber of Commerce representatives Terry Buntain, Shelley Davis, Susie Osburn, and Kelly Gray.
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    Roger L. Kime (1947-2014)
    Roger L. Kime, age 66, of Bryan, died Monday, January 27, 2014, at Community Health and Wellness Centers - Bryan shortly after admittance. Roger had been a machinist at the Aro Corporation retiring after 35 years of service. After his retirement he worked for a time at Precision Metal in Defiance and Sauder Woodworking in Archbold. He was a member of Life Changing Realities Fellowship in Edgerton, Bryan Eagles Aerie #2233 and was a member of the machinists union when he worked at Aro. Roger L. Kime was born August 19, 1947 in Wauseon, Ohio the son of Curtis E. and Christine A. (Leininger) Kime. He married Becky Chilcote on October 15, 1966 in Morenci, Michigan and she survives. He is also survived by his sons, Kevin (Linda) Kime, of Bryan and Kirby (Joni) Kime, of Berea, Ohio; grandchildren, Taylor Merz and Dakota McNany, both of Bryan; sisters, Beverly Fortney, of Adrian, Michigan and Lois (James) Smith, of Wauseon and brothers, Curt (Sue) Kime, of Detroit, Michigan and Bob (Margaret) Kime, of Farmington Hills, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his parents.

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    Albert J. Karalis (1923-2014)


    Albert J. Karalis, 90, of Montpelier passed away Friday morning at Evergreen Manor Nursing Home in Montpelier. He was born on June 19, 1923 in Hamtramck, Michigan to Steven and Veronica (Vanagas) Karalis. Albert graduated from Pershing Heights High School in Detroit, Michigan in 1941. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during World War II. On August 23, 1947 he married Virginia Mielnicki in Detroit,

    Bonnie Jean Krontz (1925-2014)


    Bonnie Jean Krontz, age 88, of Blakeslee, Ohio, died at 1:24 A.M. on Saturday, February 1, 2014, shortly after admittance to Community Hospitals and Wellness Centers in Bryan, Ohio. Mrs. Krontz was a homemaker and enjoyed being with her family and babysitting her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also enjoyed going to garage sales and watching birds from her window at her home. Bonnie Jean Krontz was born on February 7, 1925, in Shelby, Ohio, the daughter of Herman and Beulah (Steele) Rickard. She married Alfred D. Bud Krontz on November 28, 1942, in Auburn, Indiana, and he preceded her in death on April 27, 2000. Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Larry (Pat) Shutt, of Auburn, Indiana; one son, Buddy Krontz, of Edon, Ohio; twelve grandchildren, Todd Shutt, Troy Shutt, Mindy Pfefferkorn, Cody Reynolds, Rindy Geiselman, Rocky Reynolds, Dusty Potter, Shannon Krontz, Jason Krontz, Trina Krontz, Erica Krontz and Jessica Krontz; and twenty-seven great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by one daughter, Sharon Pfefferkorn, and one brother, Herman Rickard, Sr. Memorials in the name of Bonnie Jean Krontz may given to a charity of the donors choice. To sign the online register or to send condolences, please visit www.krillfuneralservice.com.

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    John G. Clingaman (1921-2014)


    John G. Clingaman, age 92 of Wauseon, passed away early Wednesday morning, January 29, 2014 at Fulton Manor in Wauseon. He was born in Wauseon on October 21, 1921 to the late Peter Clingaman and Edith (Leu) Clingaman. John was a 1939 graduate of Wauseon High School. He was a Veteran having served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII. During his service he was awarded the Asiatic- Pacific Theater Ribbon with 2 Bronze Stars and the American Theater Ribbon. On November 10, 1946 he and Helen Loveland were united in marriage and together were blessed with three sons; Jeffrey, Denny and Kevin. Before retiring, John worked for over 20 years as a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service in Wauseon. He enjoyed woodworking, stamp collecting and was an amateur photographer. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his sons; Jeffrey in 1999 and Denny Clingaman in 2006; brothers, David and Dan Clingaman and sisters, Charlotte Clingaman, Helen Reighard and Alice Geringer. Left to cherish his memories is his wife of 67 years, Helen; son, Kevin (Lisa) Clingaman of Oregon, OH; daughter-in-law, Betty Clingaman of Louisville, KY and grandchildren; Michael (Beth) Clingaman, Amy (Brian) Glotzbach, Jason, Zachary, Alex and Connor Clingaman and Tony, Grace and Francesca Pescara.

    and she survives. Albert was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Montpelier. He retired from General Motors Fleetwood Plant in Detroit in 1976 after 30 years of service. He is survived by his wife Virginia, one son Dennis (Patti) Karalis of Montpelier; one brother Joe Karalis of Sterling Heights, Michigan; a sister in law Irene C. Midtgard of Montpelier; four grandchildren, Jeremy (Dawn) Karalis, Bradley (Amanda) Karalis, Andrea (Christopher) Gray, Michell (Jeffery) Steffani; and nine great grandchildren. Albert was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Anna Verilonie. Donations may be made to Sacred Heart Alter Society / Masses. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.thethomsponfuneralhome.com.

    Inez Mary Kunsman (1915-2014)


    Inez Mary Kunsman, age 98 formerly of Edon, Ohio and Engelwood, Florida, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2014 at Hillside Country Living in Bryan, Ohio. She was born February 26, 1915, in Montpelier, Ohio, to Samuel and Inez (Harman) McDaniel, and graduated from Montpelier High School. On February 25, 1946, she was married to John Kunsman in Hillsdale, Michigan, and he preceded her in death in 2001. Mary was a member of the Edon United Methodist Church, the Order of the Eastern Star and the Daughters of the American Revolution. For 30 years she and John lived in Engelwood, Florida. She is survived by six grandchildren including Dennis (Chris) Bordner of Tipton; Ronald Bordner and Valerie (Dave) Knute both of Minnesota; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded by two sons, Weldon and Larry Bordner, three sisters and three brothers. Arrangements have been entrusted to Wagley Funeral Home where you may share condolences and memories at www.WagleyFuneralHome.com.

    Robert E. Kreischer (1940-2014)


    Robert E. Kreischer, 73, of Montpelier passed away Saturday afternoon at the Genesis Healthcare Center in Bryan. He was born on May 16, 1940 in Ashley, Indiana to Carol J. and Leane (Zolon) Kreischer. He married Jean E. Vosz, and she preceded him in death on December 16, 1981. Robert retired from Isaac Construction in Bryan after 26 years as a foreman. He was the owner / operator of Tri-State Chimney Sweep. Robert was a member of the Montpelier Moose, Montpelier Eagles and Pioneer American Legion. He loved to travel all over the United States, especially to Alaska, where he visited at least five times in his life. He also enjoyed riding his bike all over Northwest Ohio, as well as walking. He is survived by two daughters, Mary Schuler of Tucson, Arizona and Deborah Fugate of Montpelier; one son John R. Kreischer of Montpelier; one brother John (Franny) Kreischer of Montpelier; one sister Barb (Jack) Daft of Montpelier; seven grandchildren, Melissa Hamilton, Renee Hall, John R. Kreischer, Geina Kreischer, Dakota Brady, James Todd and Jessica Jones; and four great grandchildren, Chris and Melissa Hamilton and Chris and Renee Hall. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, wife Jean, one son Eugene Lee Kreischer in 1986, one brother and one sister. Donations may be made to Dream Haven in Edgerton, Ohio. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.thethompsonfuneralhome.com.

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    CottonWood Jam String Band To Appear At The Fayette Opera House Americas Musical Roots Explored
    Fayette, Ohio - The Fayette Opera House will welcome the Cottonwood Jam String Band to its stage on Saturday February 15th for a 7:30 p.m. concert. The program is the fourth of the 2013-14 Fayette Guest Artist Series and the sixth of the current Passport to Great Entertainment Series. The Cottonwood Jam String Band is a musical group that plays a rollicking stew of American roots music guaranteed to warm up the coldest of winter nights. The Cottonwood Jam String Band formed in 2008 and plays a repertoire of Bluegrass, 19th- and early 20th-century folk, Appalachian, gospel, Irish, and Cajun music. Its members hail from Bowling Green, Maumee, and Toledo. Spencer Cunningham is band leader and plays banjo, guitar, and mandolin. He teaches photography at the University of Findlay. Mary Clayton plays guitar. She is a teacher for Tontogany, Ohio, schools and is a board member of the Northwest Ohio Traditional Music & Dance Association. Renata Burgett, who is an Information Technology professional at Owens Corning, plays fiddle. She attended Mark OConners fiddle camp in Nashville and has performed in Ireland with a local band. Tahree Lane is the bands bass player. Her day job for 29 years is being a reporter for the Toledo Blade, where she writes about the arts, authors, and gardens. This marks the Cottonwood Jam String Bands debut at Fayettes historic 116 year old Opera House. The group has appeared at Harrison Rally Days in Perrysburg, at Lakeside, the Toledo Farmers Market, and Walbridge Park Community Days. They also have performed for numerous private gatherings and weddings. As is the tradition at Fayettes Opera House, a reception for the guest performers and the audience will take place immediately following the concert. For ticket information and reservations, call the Opera House Box Office at (419) 237-3111 and leave your name and the number of seats you want to reserve. Additional information about the programs and activities at the Fayette Opera House can be found at vww.operahouse-fayette.org.

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    gup (Jan. 24) Ottokee St @ Airport Hwy., Disabled Vehicle (Jan. 25) 840 W. Elm, 911 Hang Up (Jan. 25) 200 Orth Rd., Disabled Vehicle (Jan. 25) 119 N. Fulton, Alarm Drop (Jan. 25) 411 E. Chestnut, Accident (Jan. 25) 714 Fairway Dr., Welfare Check (Jan. 25) 1096 Barney Oldfield, Possible Fraud (Jan. 25) 840 W. Elm, Neighborhood Trouble (Jan. 25) 438 Marshall, Civil (Jan. 25) 625 N. Shoop, 911 Hangup (Jan. 25) 840 W. Elm, Indecent Exposure (Jan. 26) 1497 N. Shoop, Possible Drug Activity (Jan. 26) Douglas Dr @ Lawrence, Disabled Vehicle (Jan. 26) 108 Cord D, AccidentInjury (Jan. 26) 800 S Shoop, Disabled Vehicle (Jan. 26) 840 Parkview, Alarm Drop (Jan. 26) 411 E. Chestnut, Threats/Harassment (Jan. 26) 1060 N. Shoop, Accident (Jan. 26) 840 Elm, Possible Child Abuse (Jan. 26) 555 W. Linfoot, Accident (Jan. 27) Edgewood @ Shoop, Disabled Vehicle (Jan. 27) N. Shoop @ Airport, Investigate Complaint (Jan. 27) 810 N. Shoop, Found Someone To Jump Start Car (Jan. 27) 1285 N. Shoop, Sex Offense (Jan. 27) 230 Clinton, Investigate Complaint (Jan. 27) 620 W. Leggett, Disabled Vehicle (Jan. 28) 400 E. Airport Hwy, Disabled Vehicle (Jan. 28) 415 Cole, Mental (Jan. 28) 752 Wauseon Senior Vil., Accident (Jan. 28) 1290 N. Shoop, Abandoned Vehicle (Jan. 28) 209 1/2 N. Fulton St., 911 Call (Jan. 28) 914 Ottokee, Theft From Vehicle (Jan. 28) 714 Fairway, Welfare Check (Jan. 28) 714 Fairway, Investigate Complaint (Jan. 28) 940 E. Leggett, Alarm Drop (Jan. 28) 720 N. Shoop, Hit-Skip (Jan. 28) 714 Fairway, 911 Hangup (Jan. 28) 725 S. Shoop, Mental (Jan. 28) 1285 N. Shoop, Welfare Check (Jan. 28) 820 Spruce, Runaway/ Unruly (Jan. 28) 1379 N. Shoop, Disabled Vehicle (Jan. 29) 800 W. Linfoot, Accident (Jan. 29) 840 W. Elm St., Family Trouble (Jan. 29) E. Leggett @ S. Shoop, Juveniles Walking Near Roadway (Jan. 29) 531 Vine, Suspicious Vehicle (Jan. 29) 840 Parkview, Alarm Drop (Jan. 29) 1120 N. Shoop, Domestic Violence (Jan. 30) 526 Lammon Ct., DOA (Jan. 30) 1200 N. Shoop, Civil (Jan. 30) 234 Madison St., Animal Call (Jan. 22) 445 Windisch Street, Tedro, ill subject (Jan. 22) Wauseon High School, Fall WILLIAMS COUNTY TRAFFIC Miguel A. Torres, Montpelier, OH. OVI/Under Influence. Arraignment. Miguel A. Torres, Montpelier, OH. OVI/Refusal. Arraignment. Miguel A. Torres, Montpelier, OH. OVI Suspension. Arraignment. Miguel A. Torres, Montpelier, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 150.00. Codie R. Haskell, West Unity, OH. Lanes of Travel. Waived amount: 125.00. Shelly A. Cook, Bryan, OH. Failure to Display Operator License. Fine: 200.00, Costs: 79.00. Vehicle shall be released to the owner. Jamie C. Hausch, Bryan, OH. Left of Center. Waived amount: 150.00. Jeannie A. Hicks, Bryan, OH. Failure to Display Operator License. Fine: 150.00, Costs: 79.00. Jeannie A. Hicks, Bryan, OH. Turn Signal. Fine: 35.00, Costs: 40.00. Jeannie A. Hicks, Bryan, OH. Expired Plates. Fine: 35.00, Costs: 40.00. Marc S. Ferguson, Bryan, OH. 53/35 speed. Waived amount: 130.00. John W. Burke, Bryan, OH. 70/55 speed. Fine: 25.00, Costs: 101.00. Micha R. Taylor, Pioneer, OH. Leaving the Scene. Fine: 300.00, Costs: 65.00. Operator license suspended from 01/29/2014 to 07/28/2014. No future violations within next 2 years. Micha R. Taylor, Pioneer, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 79.00. Brandon L. Zuber, Montpelier, OH. OVI/Under Influence. Fine: 750.00, Costs: 90.00. Jail: 40, Suspended: 30. Operator license suspended from 12/29/2013 to 12/29/2014. No future violations within next 2 years. Recovery Services of NW Ohio. Vacate ADM license suspension and fees. Work release granted. Brandon L. Zuber, Montpelier, OH. Stop Sign. Dismissed with costs: 40.00. Alan E. Waterfield, III, Bryan, OH. Stop Sign. Waived amount: 150.00. Austin L. Jinnings, Stryker, OH. 30/20 speed. Waived amount: 175.00. William C. Siebeneck, Montpelier, OH. Assured Clear Distance Ahead. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 158.59. Anthony J. Zwick, Bryan, OH. Operator License Suspension. Fine: 300.00, Costs: 84.00. Jail: 90, Suspended: 90. Operator license suspended from 01/14/2014 to 02/13/2014. No future violations within next 2 years. Anthony J. Zwick, Bryan, OH. Display Registered Plates. Fine: 35.00, Costs: 40.00. Norman G. Rehklau, Alvordton, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Douglas C. Michael, Edon, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 40.00. April Young, Bryan, OH. 48/35 speed. Waived amount: 135.00. Beth Jaggers, Bryan, OH. Seat Belt. Waived amount: 70.00. Michael L. Wright, Bryan, OH. Seat Belt. Fine: 30.00, Costs: WAUSEON FIRE DEPARTMENT 40.00. (Jan. 10) 415 Cole Street #24, ill Benjamin E. Lee, Pioneer, OH. subject Expired Plates. Waived amount: (Jan. 10) 713 Third Street, ill 125.00. subject Raymond E. Roelfs, Edgerton, (Jan. 10) 243 Madison Street, co. OH. Fictitious Plates. Fine: 200.00, reading Costs: 40.00. (Jan. 12) 15618 Co. Rd. E., diaRaymond E. Roelfs, Edgerton, betic OH. Driving Under Suspension. (Jan. 13) 16556 Co. Rd. AC, ill Fine: 350.00, Costs: 85.00. Opsubject erator license suspended from (Jan. 13) 8038 Co. Rd. 14, injured 01/19/2014 to 04/19/2014. person Mariah C. Slayback, Bryan, OH. (Jan. 14) Fulton & Elm Street, Failure to Yield/Intersection. Fine: vehicle fire 71.00, Costs: 79.00. (Jan. 14) 1170 N. Shoop Avenue Brittany N. Laney, Pioneer, OH. #48, ill subject Failure to Control. Fine: 71.00, (Jan. 15) 201 S. Fulton St, ill Costs: 79.00. subject John C. Hartman, Edgerton, OH. (Jan. 16) 14551 Co. Rd. 5-1, as69/55 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: sist in transportation 79.00. (Jan. 16) 500 Locust Delta, call Judith A. Dryer, Edgerton, OH. canceled Stop Light. Fine: 46.00, Costs: (Jan. 17) 303 W. Leggett Street, ill 79.00. subject Erica L. Rahmer, Pioneer, OH. (Jan. 18) 10986 Co. Rd. M., seiOperator License Suspension. zures Fine: 300.00, Costs: 84.00. Jail: (Jan. 18) 303 E. Leggett Street, 90, Suspended: 90. No future viodifficulty breathing lations within next 2 years. (Jan. 19) 16757 SH 2, injury acErica L. Rahmer, Pioneer, OH. cident Expired Plates. Fine: 35.00, Costs: (Jan. 19) Co. Rd. 14 & Co. Rd. L, 40.00. no transport Lisa K. Rogers, Bryan, OH. Pass(Jan. 19) 235 Grant Street, ill ing on the Right. Waived amount: subject 150.00. (Jan. 20) 805 Hemlock Street, ill Tyler D. Blank, Bryan, OH. Failsubject ure to Control. Fine: 71.00, Costs: (Jan. 20) 15383 Co. Rd. 19-2, call 79.00. canceled Mindy L. Vargo, Montpelier, OH. (Jan. 21) 10115 SH 108, ill subNo Parking Zone. Waived amount: ject 50.00. (Jan. 21) 221120 N. Shoop AvPreston W. Lantz, Archbold, OH. enue, difficulty breathing Tag/Sticker Violation. Fine: 46.00, (Jan. 21) 148 N. Franklin Street, Costs: 79.00. injured person James L. Niday, Jr., Edon, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 79.00. Danielle Fidler, Pioneer, OH. 68/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Anastazia D. Bray, Montpelier, OH. 67/55 speed. Waived amount: 125.00. Alexander G. Cook, Montpelier, OH. Expired Plates. Fine: 35.00, Costs: 79.00. Alexander G. Cook, Montpelier, OH. Operator License Suspension. Fine: 300.00, Costs: 90.00. Jail: 90, Suspended: 90. Operator license suspended from 01/25/2014 to 03/01/2014. No future violations within next 2 years. Steven Darrow, Bryan, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 71.00, Costs: 79.00. Pamela S. Shaw, Bryan, OH. Failure to Yield/Intersection. Arraignment. Noah Brook, Bryan, OH. Operator License Suspension. Fine: 300.00, Costs: 84.00. Jail: 90, Suspended: 80. Operator license suspended from 01/25/2014 to 04/25/2014. Noah Brook, Bryan, OH. Stop Light. Fine: 35.00, Costs: 40.00. Jonathon J. Traxler, Edgerton, OH. 43/25 speed. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Gerold R. Jerger, Pioneer, OH. Expired Plates. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Mitchell R. Burkholder, Edon, OH. Improper Registration. Fine: 46.00, Costs: 79.00. Mitchell R. Burkholder, Edon, OH. Stop Light. Fine: 85.00, Costs: 40.00. Andrew P. Hohstadt, Bryan, OH. Assured Clear Distance Ahead. Fine: 65.00, Costs: 85.00. Amy L. Missler, Bryan, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 65.00, Costs: 85.00. Linda M. Kersey, Bryan, OH. Driving Under Suspension. Arraignment. Douglas P. Hall, West Unity, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 65.00, Costs: 85.00. Melissa S. Northrup, Montpelier, OH. 35/25 speed. Fine: 40.00, Costs: 85.00. Jorge Casares, Bryan, OH. Hit/ Skip. Arraignment. Johnathon P. Herder, Bryan, OH. Failure to Reinstate. Fine: 300.00, Costs: 79.00. Operator license suspended from 01/10/2014 to 04/10/2014. Duane M. Hoover, Montpelier, OH. Failure to Operator License. Fine: 150.00, Costs: 85.00. Duane M. Hoover, Montpelier, OH. Expired Plates. Fine: 35.00, Costs: 40.00. WILLIAMS COUNTY CRIMINAL NEWS Miguel A. Torres, Montpelier, OH. Fleeing/Eluding. Arraignment. Miguel A. Torres, Montpelier, OH. Obstructing Official Business. Arraignment. Miguel A. Torres, Montpelier, OH. Resisting Arrest. Arraignment. Christian Gilbert, Alvordton, OH. Possession. Fine: 150.00, Costs: 40.00. Operator license suspended from 01/28/2014 to 07/27/2014. Agency to destroy contraband. Christian Gilbert, Alvordton, OH. Drug Paraphernalia. Dismissed with costs: 92.00. Coral Gibson, Edgerton, OH. Failure to File Registration (5 counts). Waived amount: 130.00 (each count). Jerime N. Miler, Bryan, OH. Disrupting a Public Service. Arraignment. David L. Brenneman, Bryan, OH. Disorderly. Dismissed with costs: 85.00. Britanie A. Neill, West Unity, OH. Theft. Fine: 500.00, Costs: 84.00. No future violations within next 2 years. Online shoplifting course, 2 weeks to have it done and bring proof to court. Electronic monitoring within 10 days. Tiffany G. Wheeler, Montpelier, OH. Disorderly Conduct. Fine: 250.00, Costs: 271.77. Jail: 30, Suspended: 30. No future violations within next 5 years. No contact with victim. No alcohol. Jeffrey L. Vanlent, Montpelier, OH. Resisting Arrest. Fine: 300.00, Costs: 94.00. Jail: 90, Suspended: 89. No future violations within next 2 years. Jeffrey L. Vanlent, Montpelier, OH. Disorderly Conduct. Dismissed with costs: 40.00. James A. Shields, Bryan, OH. Resisting Arrest. Arraignment. James A. Shields, Bryan, OH. Criminal Trespass. Arraignment. James A. Shields, Bryan, OH. Disorderly Conduct. Waived amount: 150.00. Theodore B. McDaniel, II, Bryan, OH. Drug Paraphernalia. Fine: 150.00, Costs: 40.00. Operator license suspended from 09/27/2013 to 03/26/2014. Agency to destroy contraband. Theodore B. McDaniel, II, Bryan, OH. Assault. Fine: 300.00, Costs: 94.00. Jail: 180, Suspended: 170. No future violations within next 2 years. No contact with victim. Patrick Thiel, Edon, OH. Domestic Violence. Fine: 300.00, Costs: 100.00. Jail: 180, Suspended: 180. No future violations within next 5 years. No violent or threatening contact with victim. WILLIAMS COUNTY SENTENCING Nicholas B. Layne Receiving Stolen Property, a 4th degree felony. 3 years community control. 180 days at CCNO. 250 hours of community service. $500 fine. Enter and successfully complete the SEARCH Program and comply with all recommendations. Shall not enter any establishment where alcohol is sold or consumed by the glass. Shall not possess or consume any form of alcoholic beverage. Misty D. Lane Count II, Illegal Assembly or Possession of Chemicals for the Manufacturing of Drugs, a 3rd degree felony. ODRC 18 months, and up to 3 years postrelease control. Count III, Aggravated Possession of Drugs. ODRC 11 months, and up to 3 years postrelease control. Credit for 31 days already served. Sentences to be served concurrently. WMS COUNTY COMMUNITY CONTROL VIOLATIONS Philip J. Bernard Failure to Appear, a 4th degree felony. ODRC for 12 months, and up to 3 years post-release control. Escape, a 5th degree felony. ODRC for 11 months, and up to 3 years postrelease control. Credit for 62 days already served. Korin L. Forrest Failure to Appear, a 4th degree felony. ODRC for 12 months, and up to 3 years post-release control. 118 days credit for time already served. Receiving Stolen Property, a 5th degree felony. ODRC for 11 months, and up to 3 years post-release control. Credit for 231 days already served. Sentences to run concurrently. Conrad M. Siebenaler Community Control extended an additional year to 1/31/15. WILLIAMS COUNTY DOMESTIC COURT Lindsay B. Mofett, Bryan, OH, and Kenneth D. Moffett. Petition for dissolution of marriage granted. Angela Paine, Bryan, OH, and Jeffery Paine. Petition for dissolution of marriage granted. Rebecca A. Krebs, Bryan, OH, and David M. Krebs, Archbold, OH. Petition for dissolution of marriage granted. Last name restored to maiden name Raub. Brent Tewksbury, and Katherine Tewksbury, both of Bryan, OH. Petition for dissolution of marriage granted. Last name restored to maiden name Cramer. Shannon Logan, Montpelier, OH, and Teddy Logan. Petition for dissolution of marriage granted. 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    Aaron D. McCoy, Archbold, OH. Assured Clear Distance Ahead. Fine: 102.00, Costs: 88.00. Maggie L. Enderle, Archbold, OH. Improper Backing. Waived amount: 190.00. Katherine R. Murray, Swanton, OH. Assured Clear Distance. Fine: 102.00, Costs: 80.00. Walter Anderson, Jr., Delta, OH. Expired Plates. Fine: 37.00, Costs: 80.00. Sara E. Young, Swanton, OH. Seatbelt Driver. Waived amount: 73.00. Sheila D. Rayoum, Delta, OH. Failure to Control. Waived amount: 182.00. Steve Vasvery, Delta, OH. 70/55 speed. Fine: 47.00, Costs: 80.00. Thomas E. Coleman, Swanton, OH. 68/55 speed. Fine: 37.00, Costs: 80.00. Ronald McCance, Wauseon, OH. 71/55 speed. Fine: 47.00, Costs: 80.00. Ashlee N. Baker, Wauseon, OH. 72/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Tyler J. Hamilton, Wauseon, OH. Start/ Back Vehicle. Waived amount: 182.00. Zachary T. Young, Swanton, OH. 70/55 speed. Fine: 47.00, Costs: 80.00. Joyce M. Smead, Wauseon, OH. Failure to Control. Fine: 102.00, Costs: 80.00. Jennifer M. Forrest, Swanton, OH. Seatbelt/Driver. Fine: 30.00, Costs: 43.00. Gene M. Palmer, Swanton, OH. 65/55 speed. Fine: 37.00, Costs: 80.00. Anthony K. Smith, Swanton, OH. 67/55 speed. Fine: 37.00, Costs: 80.00. Brianna K. Rupp, Stryker, OH. 68/55 speed. Waived amount: 117.00. Fred E. Shank, Delta, OH. Expired Plates. Waived amount: 117.00. Justin K. Watson, Swanton, OH. 70/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Daniel C. Cook, Wauseon, OH. Seatbelt Driver. Waived amount: 73.00. John B. Whaley, IV, Delta, OH. 71/55 speed. Waived amount: 127.00. Chad W. Estep, Wauseon, OH. Failure to Control. Arraignment. Trenton J. Little, Swanton, OH. Assured Clear Distance. Fine: 102.00, Costs: 80.00. Keatha J. Shaffer, Wauseon, OH. Brake Equipment. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 80.00. Kathy S. Baker, Swanton, OH. Expired Plates. Fine: 37.00, Costs: 80.00. Garrett L. Poorman, Swanton, OH. Disorderly Conduct. Fine: 50.00, Costs: 70.00. No violation of law until 07/31/14. Probation until counseling is completed. No contact with victim except for exchange of children at Fulton County Sheriff Department. Chad W. Estep, Wauseon, OH. OVI/Refusal with Prior. Arraignment. Chad W. Estep, Wauseon, OH. OVI/Under Influence. Arraignment. FULTON COUNTY DOMESTIC COURT Melissa K. Huffman, Wauseon, OH, and Jeremy N. Huffman, Toledo, OH. Petition for dissolution of marriage granted.

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    According to data released by The Department of Job and Family Services on January 28, Williams County saw a significant improvement in unemployment from November to December, with rates decreasing from 7.0% in November to 6.4% in December. This also brought improvement in the countys overall ranking throughout the state as the county improved from 54th in the state to 52nd over the same amount of time. Unfortunately, the same does not hold true for Fulton County, who saw unemployment rates rise from 7.3% from 7.2% over the same amount of time and which resulted in the county falling from 32nd to 36th in the state wide ranking system. In all, 75 of Ohios 88 counties saw improvement in their unemployment rates as the state wide rate also improved, falling from 7.4% in November to 7.2% in December. The national rate also saw improvement, falling from 7.0% in November to 6.7% in December. Across Ohio, unemployment rates ranged from a low of 3.8% in Mercer County to a high of 14.6% in Monroe County. Counties with the lowest rates throughout Ohio in Decem-

    ber included Mercer (3.8%), Holmes (4.3%), Auglaize (4.6%), Delaware (4.6%), and Union (4.8%). Counties with the highest rates included Monroe (14.6%), Pike (11.7%), Ottawa (11.5%), Morgan (11.1%), Meigs (10.9%), Huron (10.8%), Scioto (10.8%), and Adams (10.5%). The lowered rates across the state saw the number of unemployed fall 11,000, down from 427,000 in November to 416,000 in December. 5600 jobs were gained in goods producing positions, which saw construction (+4000), manufacturing (+1400), and mining and logging (+200) industries all adding jobs. However, the private service providing sector saw a net loss in jobs. While the professional and business services (+3400) and leisure and hospital-

    ity (+2400) industries saw growth, that growth was outweighed by losses in education and health services (-3700); trade, transportation, and utilities (-1500); information (-400); financial activities (-200); and other services (-200). Government jobs also saw a net decline with the rise of federal (+200) and local (+100) jobs being outweighed by the loss of state (-700) jobs. 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.
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    region. Again accompanied by snow and high winds, low temperatures dropped below zero from the 21st through the 24th, and then tanked at 16 below zero on the 28th. Wind chills plummeted to near 35 below zero during this cold period. Wind chills of this level are not just ideal for home science experiments like making frozen bubbles and instant snow, they are ideal for severe frostbite, and potentially lethal consequences for both man and beast. The average monthly temperature was 17.0 degrees...a whopping 7.9 degrees below normal which made for the tenth coldest January on record. There were ten days with temperatures dropping below zero. The warmest temperature was 45 on the 13th and the coldest was 16 below zero on the 28th. The coldest day of the month was January 28th with a high of 3 and a low of 16 below for an average temperature of 6 below zero...31 degrees below normal. Before we go any further, we should ponder the significance of the zero and subzero temperature readings we have seen so far this winter. This is not some far-reaching theory with algorithms to make the head spin. These are simple, basic, unfiltered numbers that an elementary student can understand. The normal amount of days with zero and subzero temperatures for the ENTIRE winter season (not just a week or a month) in Fort Wayne is 6.5. Normally, Fort Wayne will see the thermometer drop to zero or below on 6.5 days out of an entire winter. Are we clear on that? Good, because so far this winter Fort Wayne has seen 11 zero or subzero days...and the winter of 2014 still has a long way to go. Folks in Defiance normally see 5.2 zero or subzero days, and they currently stand at 12. Dropping down south to Lima, they have seen 10 zero or subzero days as opposed to their normal 3.4. As the Polar Vortex continued to the south, it may not have brought zero or subzero temperatures with it, but it did indeed bring enough cold air to help turn Houston, Texas into a skating rink, bring measurable snow-

    January 2014: What Was Supposed To Be Normal Was Anything BUT Normal
    fall to places like New Orleans and the Florida Panhandle, and make I-75 in Atlanta into an immense parking lot. Precipitation for the month of January was 2.59 inches, which was 0.33 inches above normal. This only ranks as the 31st wettest January on record. The greatest 24 hour precipitation was 0.84 inches on the fifth. Nobody with eyes to see and ears to hear the lamentations of their neighbors was surprised by the observations that January was a very snowy month. A record total of 30.3 inches of snow was recorded at the KFWA observation station in Fort Wayne...19.3 inches above normal. This not only ranked as the snowiest January on record, but is also the snowiest of ANY month on record. The greatest 24 hour snowfall total was on the fifth when 9.5 inches of snow fell in Fort Wayne, and the corresponding greatest snow depth of the month was a foot on the morning of the sixth. The very cold air brought to us courtesy of the Polar Vortex is the reason that snowfall amounts were so high, despite only 2.59 inches of precipitation being measured. Cold air condenses moisture out of the air like a squeegee. While our surface temperatures were dipping below zero, the temperatures aloft were much, much colder, freeze-drying the air above us, and dropping the resulting product, more snow, on our weary heads. The efficiency of making the most snowfall out of the least amount of available moisture made the Polar Vortex the new superhero of kids everywhere. Horrific road conditions spelled frequent school closures throughout not just our area, but across the northern tier of the country. As the frigid air moved south, states like the Carolinas, Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi and Louisiana that are ill-equipped to handle severe winter weather, all followed suit, giving their kids rare snow days. Looking ahead to February puts me in an uncomfortable position that I find all too familiar. I recall sitting in as a substitute on the air at WBNO in the 1970s, and being forced to read the old ESSA (which in 1977 became the NOAA) weather fore-

    WHILE YOU WERE SLEEPING ... This is a picture of the eastbound approach to the intersection of State Routes 15 and 107 at 3:51 a.m. on the morning of January 25. The snow drift to the right was about a foot deep where I plowed through its far left side about ten minutes earlier. What you see in this picture is just what high winds and snow can do in a brief amount of time. Needless to say, a Level 3 snow emergency was not too far in the offing.

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    cast calling for a clear and sunny day in the area. After reading the forecast, I then read the tornado warning that had just been issued for Williams County, rendering the previously read forecast moot and completely irrelevant. I hope that you can see the analogy in the previous predicament, as I report to you that on January 16, the CPC issued their forecast for the month of February where yet again they called for a month of normal precipitation and temperature levels. On January 31 though, they revised their prediction to say that our area stands a 50 percent chance of below normal temperatures, along with a 33 percent chance of above normal precipitation. At the same time I am telling you this, most of you are already aware of a significant snowmaker that is developing to

    our south. As it travels through Alabama and Georgia, it is predicted to grab Gulf air and fling it northward over our area. Upon impact with the bone-chilling cold air aloft, the squeegee effect will come into play, pulling moisture out of the air and sending it downward. Although the GFS (Global Forecast System) models show that the majority of precipitable water aloft will remain to our south, other models are showing a more northerly curve, and that curve could place us into as much as another foot of snow. Check in with The Village Reporter on Facebook, where we will keep you up to date and current on the weather as we ramble through what appears to be yet another month of 'anything BUT normal.'
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    Readers Share Their Thoughts On School Make Up Days


    QUESTION: If Ohio leadership does not pass adding additional calamity days due to the harsh Winter Weather this year, do you support any of the rumors we have heard are being considered instead of eating into summer break? (1) Having children attend Saturdays. (2) Cancelling Spring Break. (3) Blizzard Bags - taking large homework assignments home to complete. ANSWERS (PRINTED AS RECEIVED): Heather Pena - When I was little we went a week into June. I dont think it is a big deal to add some days to the end of the year. They can do Saturdays if they want but I will not send my kids, that is our family time. They already are at school more than they are awake at home & I want to see my children & spend time with them. Adding time to the day is ridiculous too. Elementary kids already have a long enough day. Michelle Griesinger Neuenschwander - Cancel spring break and any other day that they are suppose to have off. I agree Blizzard bags really wont do much good if the student is struggling and doesnt have anyone to help. Stacia Adams - Montpelier has already done the 3 days of blizzard bags, I will not send my kids to school on Saturdays. There are too many sports, scouts, and other activities that happen on Saturdays. Nicole Lynn Kirschenbauer - Edon had already done the 3 blizzard bags. They are going to school February 17 (Presidents Day) for makeup calamity day. Spring break is like 4 days this year so they could go those four days. Tonya Wiyrick - Montpelier has done calamity bags already and I am all for taking spring break away. Dennis Haldiman - Schools in this country already have about the shortest year of any country. Our school is air conditioned. I believe the answer is self evident. Sherri Atkinson LeVeck - our kids already dont get a spring break so not an option, and homework bags work fine if they know what they are doing and dont need the teachers help, and if they connect it to the internet or computer, not everyone has those. We have more bad weather coming sounds like so probably more days missed then this spring get into fog problems. Kids will be going to school till Fourth of July, and that not only makes it hard on the students who enjoy the summertime (cant enjoy this crap weather they are stuck inside for) but it also hurts the parents that want to take vacations and cant even plan and book because they have no idea when the kids will be out of school. I can see not giving a huge amount of extra days, but pretty sad that they cant give some. I bet if this massive snow and bad weather affected the areas the Ohio Leadership lives, their children and their summer plans they might think different. just my opinion. Heather Barton - Blizzard bags are a good idea! Chris Hall - Spring break is fine with me. Because with homework I cant help him if I dont understand it myself so what good would it do us anyway? Samuel Ramn - Cancel Spring break and attend Saturdays. Melissa Altman - Cancel spring break if they have it. My school never had one so I dont know what they would do. Sherri Manley Leung - Blizzard bags dont work because some of the work is on subjects they havent even studied. If they are opposed to taking away spring break then extend the school day by 45 minutes everyone is already there!! Carolyn Belcher - Bingham spring break. Alan Kittle - Its evident that many people responding to this impromptu poll dont go out of town over Spring Break. I usually dont either, but there are plenty of people that do take a trip during that week. Many of these people have their travel plans booked, some of them several months in advance. Do you really expect all of these travelers to cancel their plans, which may not be refundable in some cases, because the decision has been made to eliminate Spring Break this year, due to a freakishly horrible winter that reportedly happens once ever 10-20 years? I know this would be an extreme rarity, but how would you like it if you had to miss an extra week of work, because of some abnormal situation came along, and your boss came to you and said, Sorry, but Im taking your vacation time away from you, because you have to make up work you lost due to something you had no control over, especially if you had made plans to be elsewhere at that time? Missing 3-or-4 extra days due to extreme weather will make them any dumber, nor will making these days up make them any smarter. Michelle McNeely Friesen - No to Saturday school. Canceling spring break would be okay but so would the blizzard bags. Crystal Boger - Cancel spring break. Kathy Cavanaugh - The problem with extending the school year is that most school districts do not have funds in their budgets to do this. I dont honestly see a problem with canceling some of the upcoming holidays to get the kids back on track. I dont think the blizzard bags work well for everyone especially if a child has some special needs or needs help. Angela Vanover-Greek - I agree with canceling spring break and taking away these waiver days and presidents day as well. Diane Heinze - Cancel spring break. Jill Dorsey - Saturday school! Kristy Antoszewski-Winland - Wauseon doesnt really have a spring break. Whats other alternatives? There may be kids that will not get help with these blizzard bags, and then where are they going to be? LOST when they return to class. Seniors graduate May 25 unless it changes. Football practice starts right after school gets out. Its a no win situation just like the heat in summer. Lets deal with it and move on. But our children our the future. Vaughn Entenman - I think spring break should be gave up and Saturday would be fine. Sports dont do you any good in life, your education is more importance in life then playing a sport. Now for scouts they do teach you stuff for your life. Kellie Hausch-Durham - Hilltop did calamity bags for the days. Spring break being canceled is ok. Saturday school is good. I remember in junior high going to school for a Saturday due to someone calling in bomb threat. I thought Saturday school was cool. Roger Shirley - Why not go further into the summer, teachers are the only ones it would really affect. The teachers have already been paid for it. Deb Branham - Cancel spring break. Carolyn Downing - Cancel spring break. Amy Havener Layman - Cancel spring break for sure. Joan Willenbrink Spring break is the best choice. Shirley Owens Hart its been quite a while back, but I remember Fairview having a few make up days on Saturdays. Not that big of a deal. I say thats the way to

    go. Some schools dont even have spring break. Jaimi L. Geren - I think they should cancel spring break or other holidays they are to have off! Teresa Garrett - Not a fan of Blizzard Bags! Some children need help! April Firm Mckinney - Why not add an hr onto school? The kids that are in 4H camp starts the first weekend in June. Yes education is important but with Scouts 4H and all the other stuff that our children do it builds them up and teaches life skills that they need! Diana Williams Roehrs - Take away spring break Presidents day they can make the days they miss that way. Steven Walkup - Cut into summer. Becky Fruchey - They should cancel spring break. Jean Locke - Fayette schools have already done the Blizzard Bags. Kay Shatzer-Kerr Raypholtz - I remember having to attend a couple Saturday schools when I was in high school in the late 70s. We had to go to make up for calamity days. Dave Mock - Cancel spring break...the old timers will tell you that we never had one, and we seemed to survive. Steve Sanders - I say go till August.

    Four County Career Center Offers Cosmetology Salon Spa Day In March
    The Four County Career Center Cosmetology Salon will be hosting 2014 Spa Days March 17-21. Patrons are invited to indulge themselves and enjoy the day with complete make-overs along with a light breakfast and healthy luncheon prepared by the Chef Training students at the Career Center. During their visit, patrons will enjoy a therapy facial, pedicure with warm wax treatment, OPI manicure with warm wax treatment, and Paul Mitchell Tea Tree wash, sparkling water rinse and style. Call 1-800-589-3334, Ext. 2234 for more information and to make reservations for a day of relaxation. Deadline for registrations is February 28.

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    Author Marilyn L. Vonalt To Read Her Childrens Novel At The Edon Library
    Author Marilyn L. Vonalt will be at the Edon Library on Tuesday, February 25th at 6:00 pm. She will be reading her childrens book The Friendly Flapdoodle, which tells the story of a rare creature, the flapdoodle, and his journey to find other rare creatures such as himself. It is a touching tale with wonderful illustrations and valuable life lessons everyone can appreciate. The whole family is invited to attend the book reading in their P.J.s and enjoy snacks, as well as make a craft. Copies of The Friendly Flapdoodle will be for sale at the library during the program. You can also order a copy online at www.amazon.com. This event will begin a series of family nights which will feature either a guest reader or presenter The Edon Library is located at 105 S. Michigan Street. For more information, please contact library manager Cyndi Jewell at 419-272-2839.

    Friends Of The Montpelier Library To Host Valentine Tea

    Edon Schools January Bomber Courtesy Club Members Announced

    TEA ... The Friends of the Montpelier Public Library are hosting a Valentine Tea on February 11th at 2:00pm. Nancy Stahl will be sharing her Valentines and the Friends will be providing tea refreshments. Shown getting ready for the tea are Gloria Gilcher, Kay Miller and Sharon White. For more information and to make reservations call the Library at 419-485-3287.

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    BOMBER COURTESY CLUB Students at Edon Northwest Local Schools selected for membership into the Bomber Courtesy Club for January 2014 were front, from left, Addyson Fritch, Kyla Adkins, Razalynn Allomong, Ella Osborn and back, Kegan Robbins, Jenna Dulle, Trinity Altaffer, Carlie Kiess and Caden Nester. Each student received a special certificate along with coupons good for cookie and ice cream treats at Edon Schools Cafeteria.
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    1964 FRESHMAN LOCOS BOYS BASKETBALL ... KNEELING: S. Parnham, R. Jones, P. Hautz, J. Westfall, S. Kays. STANDING: J. Martin, M. Firestone, S. Blades, M. Oxender, Coach Rice, R. Kreischer, B. Lung, D. Heler, A. Word, K. Vonalt.

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    Ruby Ruby is a sweet ol gal looking for a sweet ol home. She is an 8 year old Maltese and generally does well with other animals and people. She enjoys sharing her kennel space with other small dogs and has been waiting for a home since August. Penelope Penelope is a young female, estimated to be between 4 and 5 months old. She has short black and white fur and a big heart. Penelopes personality would allow for her to be happy in just about any home.
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    Edon Student Named On Deans List At Shawnee State University


    David Todt, Ph.D., provost and vice president for academic affairs at Shawnee State University, has released the Dean's List for the Fall Semester 2013. To be named on the list, students must be full time and achieve a grade point average of 3.5 or better. Sabrina Brown, of Edon, a Biology major, has been named on the list for Fall.
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    Stryker Student Participates In Goshen College Study Service Term In Peru


    Natalie Graber, of Stryker, OH, is participating in the Goshen (Ind.) College Study-Service Term (SST) in Peru during the spring semester. Natalie, a sophomore Elementary Education major at Goshen College, will spend 13 weeks studying, serving and living with host families in Peru. SST is a 13-week program that's divided into two distinct parts. During the first half of the journey, students dive headfirst into the local culture -- usually in the country's capital city -- with intensive study and language instruction alongside other Goshen College students. For the second leg of the journey, students begin work on a volunteer service project, often in a more remote part of the country. Since 1968, Goshen College has sent more than 7,500 students to learn and serve in 24 countries worldwide through our nationally recognized Study-Service Term program, which about 80 f students participate in. The program's uncommon combination of cultural education and service-learning remains a core part of the general education program, and has earned citations for excellence from U.S.News and World Report, Peterson's Study Abroad and Smart Parents Guide to College, the John Templeton Foundation and American Council on Education.

    The Best Kept Secret in NW Ohio! The Fellowship of Christian Athletes


    By: Rex Stump An intense game concludes, fans are still fired up while the players are exhausted, some celebrate while others complainand then it happens. In the middle of the playing field two rival teams circle upand pray. Pray? Harsh words may have been exchanged during the game, but now words are being lifted to God. Whats this all about? Root beer floats are sold at lunch, loose change buckets are set in the school office, and another fund-raiser takes place. School trip? New uniforms? No, its just an opportunity to raise money to help out a needy family in the community. Whats this all about? Teens visiting nursing homes, banquets being held to honor local coaches and their spouses, hospital visits madewhat is this all about? Its one of the best kept secrets in NW Ohio! Its all about the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is touching millions of lives, one heart at a time. Since 1954, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes has been challenging coaches and athletes on the professional, college, high school, junior high and youth levels to use the powerful platform of athletics to impact the world for Jesus Christ. FCA focuses on serving local communities by equipping, empowering and encouraging people to make a difference for Christ. Locally, the Buckeye Border FCA focuses on seven counties. Five counties in NW Ohio: Fulton, Henry, Defiance, Paulding, and Williams, as well as two counties in Michigan: Lenawee and Hillsdale. Because this office serves on the borders of Michigan and Indiana, it seemed natural to be called Buckeye Border FCA, which also distinguishes this office from the Northwest Ohio FCA office. This office is located in Wauseon, but their staff is spread out from Hicksville (Ohio) to Adrian (Michigan). The Buckeye Border FCA is composed of a great team of competitors for Christ! The Buckeye Border FCA team consists of staff, volunteers, coaches, board members, financial supporters (Home Team), and most importantly the students! Rex Stump (Area Director); Jenny Stump (Office Administrator); Daniel Vandock (Area Representative); Josh Erd (FCA Baseball & Area Representative); and Rick Straley (Area Representative) serve as staff in the office. Besides staff there are hundreds of incredible volunteers who serve as Huddle leaders in area schools! Without these volunteers, the ministry doesnt succeed! The Buckeye Border office also has a leadership team (Board of directors) that oversees the ministries, finances, and development of this area. This leadership team meets quarterly as a whole and monthly in teams. These men and women are devoted to God and the ministry of FCA in our area and have helped launch us in the right direction. Another huge part of the team is the financial supporters, better known as the Home Team. The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is a 501(c)(3) notfor-profit organization, functioning and relying solely upon donations from individuals, churches, and businesses. We are local missionaries, having to raise 100% of our budget, depending on people to support what we do. If people dont give, we shut down. There have been times when this office received notice that if they didnt raise a certain amount by the end of the month, they would not get paid and we would not be able to continue to full time ministry. Unfortunately many ministries face these financial struggles. When we first started, we were selling things on EBay to pay the bills, no insurance, and working part-time. It wasnt easy, but we knew this is what God called us to do. It has really stretched our faith! Fortunately, as things have gotten tight financially, God has provided and the ministry continues. That is a scary time for multiple reasons, but ultimately disappointing because we dont want to see all these great things come to an end. What great things have we witnessed in the past nine years? Nine years ago we started with three schools, no team times, no camps, no school assemblies, and basically a wimpy ministry. Today, we are impacting over 60 schools with multiple FCA ministries! We have 52 active campus Huddles, 83 team times, over a dozen school assemblies, dozens of events and camps! Every year thousands are locally impacted by this ministry! Take a look around and it wont be long till you see multiple problems! Ambition is down, anxiety is up! Coaches are second in divorce rate, with high pressures coming from every side! Violence, lack of respect, drug issues, and the problems are endless! But we have the answer! Its not a new gym, new uniforms, or an extreme makeover its getting to the heart of the issue! A changed core from the inside out! We want to reach their heart! The vision of FCA is to see the world impacted for Jesus Christ through the influence of coaches and athletes. Our mission is to present to coaches and athletes, and all whom they influence, the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, serving Him in their relationships and in the fellowship of the church! We have a mission! We know that we are not perfect, and you will see these kids (and adults) make mistakes. Praise God that we serve a forgiving God, full of grace, who encourages us to get back up and try again!

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    Beginner Yoga Workout Offered At The West Unity Library


    Are you interested in learning the basics of yoga? Do you want to get into better shape in 2014? If the answer to these questions is yes, then the West Unity Library has exactly what you are looking for! On February 11th, the library will be starting a new program where patrons can come and workout to beginner yoga DVDs. The program is free to the public and will be held weekly on Tuesday at 12:00 pm. If you would like to participate, please call or stop in to the library to register. The West Unity Library is located at 109 S. High Street. For more information, or to register, contact library manager Ruth Meyer at 419-924-5237.
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    1991 Mock Trial At Hilltop

    WHAT WE READ YEARS AGO

    JURY MEMBERS ... FRONT: Jessie Whitman, Amanda Clark, and Dana Thompson. BACK: Jana Fisher and Mike Vershum.

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    A CLASSIC RETRO EVENING IS FAYETTE HOMECOMINGS STYLE

    KISS THE GIRL ... As tradition would have it, King Nathan Harvey takes Queen Sadie for a dip as he prepares for the royal EAGLE ROYALTY ... The Fayette Eagles celebrated their evening despite the loss to the smooch. Liberty Center Tigers. The 2014 Homecoming court is front: Queen Sadie Molina and King Nathan Harvey. Back: Sophomore attendant Ellen Baker and escort Joel Smith, Senior attendant Jill Stuckey, Junior attendant Miranda Minzey and escort Wade Burkholder, Freshman attendant Katilin Brubaker and escort Cole Stuckey. Missing is Senior escort Tyler Cox.

    2014 ROYALTY ... Queen Sadie Molina is the daughter of Victor and Veronica Molina. King Nathan Harvey is the son of Jeremy and Sarah Alstaetter and Bernie and Tonya Harvey.

    DANCING QUEEN ... As the requirements 2 GIRLS ON HIS ARM ... Danial Michael is of the evening are fulfilled, its time to let DANCING THE NIGHT AWAY ... Having a great time dancing to the sounds of Showtime the lucky man of the night to have Destiny loose and dance. Queen Sadie and King Mobile DJ is Selena Vargas, Jewels Fowler, Jordan Ramos and Marcos Molina. Denton and Yami Riveria to dance with. Nathan are happy to do just that.

    FRESHMAN ATTENDANT ... Katilin Brubaker is the SOPHOMORE ATTENDANT ... Ellen Baker is the daughter JUNIOR ATTENDANT ... Miranda Minzey is the daughter daughter of Rob and Peggy Brubaker. Her escort, Cole of Paul and Denise Baker. Her escort, Joel Smith, is the of Jerry and Christy Minzey. Her escort, Wade BurkholdStuckey is the son of Arnie and Sally Stuckey. son of Jason and Lynette Smith. er, is the son of Lezlie Burkholder. By: Angi Walkup THE VILLAGE REPORTER The students at Fayette had an evening of glitz, sequins, ruffles and neck ties, as they celebrated another homecoming basketball game and dance; classic retro style. Its as if Queen Sadie Molina, King Nathan Harvey and Company stepped right out of a Humphrey Bogart and Audrey Hepburn movie. As the court entered the gym, the escorts met their lady attendants as they pulled them from an Aston Martin..a cardboard Aston, that is. The attendants and their escorts walked to the center of the gym where they were introduced. The 2013 Queen Noelle Goodson and King Paddy Hookstadt made their appearance as well to pass on the crown. Crown bearers Michael Becker and Yami Riveria were also included to sweeten up the night. After the unfortunate loss to the Liberty Center Tigers, the party was amped up in the junior high gym for a night of dancing under the twinkle lights. Music SENIOR ATTENDANT ... Jill Stuckey is the daughter of was provided by Showtime Arnie and Sally Stuckey. Her escort, Tyler Cox, is the son Mobile DJ Jamie Shaffer. of Ed and Vickie Cox. Another year, another PHOTOS BY ANGI WALKUP, STAFF homecoming dance is in the VIEW ALL PHOTOS OF THIS EVENT AT WWW.THEVILLAGEREPORTER.COM books. The rest of the year will fly by but the night will live on in the hearts and memories of the students PARTY GIRLS ... Marina Ayala, Ashley McQuillin and Moof Fayette High School. nique Felix enjoy their time together with a line dance.

    READING ATHLETIC BOOSTERS


    BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
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    REFLECTIONS FROM FAYETTES PAST

    2nd - 6th Grade Boys 3rd - 6th Grade Girls

    1972 Fayette FFA Officers

    Choose Days To Play

    PHOTO TIME ... Kahner Galloway and Elijah Bogosian spend their $1 for a keepsake photo in the Showtime Mobile DJ photo booth.

    READING ATHLETIC BOOSTERS 3rd, 4th, 5th & 6th Grade Boys 3rd, 4th, 5th & 6th Grade Girls Basketball $40.00 EntryTournament Fee For 1 Team

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    Date: Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday 3 Teams More $35.00 Marchor 18, 19, 20 & 21, Each 2010 Team Choose Which Two Days To Play

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    -INDIVIDUAL PLAQUES FOR FIRSTLocation: Reading, Michigan -MEDALS FOR SECOND-

    TOO CUTE! ... Queen Sadie and crown bearer Yami Riveria get some cuddle time during the game.

    Contact: Tom Richards Home: (517) 283-2074 Admission: $3.00 - All Day Cell: (517) 320-9102 Contact: Tom Richards E-Mail: tlrichards83@gmail.com Home (517) 283-2074 FFA OFFICERS ... D. Knisely, B. Miller, D. Creighton, J. Sly, P. Bird, Tom Richards E-Mail Address: tlrichards83@gmail.com Address: Tom Richards M. Shaffner, L. Leininger. E. Michigan Reading, 49274 210 210 E. Michigan St.,St.; Reading, MI MI 49274
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    1974 Wauseon Football Coaches

    Spring Story Time Resumes In February & Runs Through April At The Wauseon Public Library
    WAUSEONHerald in spring time with your preschoolers at the Wauseon Public Librarys Spring Story Times on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. through April 15. The story times are free and are open to children three and over. Join Childrens Librarian Rachel Dominique for spring stories, songs, activities, and crafts, invited Library Director Amy Murphy. Not only will they have a good time, but they will also be working on early literacy skills to help them get ready for school. For more information or to register for the Spring Story Times, please email the Wauseon Public Library at amy.murphy@ oplin.org or call the Childrens Department at 419-335-6626.
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    Sons Of The American Legion To Host Breakfast Buffet


    SAL Breakfast Buffet will be held at the American Legion Wauseon Post 265, 1105 N. Shoop Ave., Wauseon from 7:30 A.M. 11:30 A.M. on Saturday February 1st. Breakfast will feature all-you-can-eat pancakes, French toast, eggs to order. On the buffet scrambled eggs, potatoes, Biscuits and gravy, sausage, bacon, and make your own toast. Coffee, Milk, O.J. will also be available. Cost will be $7. 50 for Adults, $4.50 for ages 9-12, 8 and under free with a paid adult.

    INDIAN FOOTBALL COACHES ... KNEELING: Roger Frazier, Steve Schneider, Head Coach Larry Fruth, Keith Fritz. STANDING: Jerry Huber, John Precht, Larry Meyers, Mike Warner.

    Wauseon Student Made Member of AU G.I.V.S. At Ashland University


    Mariah Moyers of Wauseon, OH is a member of AU G.I.V.S. Moyers is majoring in marketing. She is the daughter of John and Kathy Moyers of Wauseon. Moyers is a 2010 graduate of Evergreen High School. Moyers serves as the intern for community service.

    Wauseon Band Students Honored For Musical Talents Wauseon Public Library Board
    By: Tammy Allison THE VILLAGE REPORTER Many local Wauseon Band students are part of this years area honor bands. Recently, by their director nomination, high school band students from all over Ohio were selected for the Bowling Green State University High School Honor Band. Once the students arrived at BGSU, they auditioned for one of two bands. Participating from Wauseon were Bailey Hardy (Trombone), Ashlyn Boyers (trumpet), Stephanie Whitman (Percussion), and Brooke Hardy (flute). Another local honor band event is the High School District Honor Band and Junior High Honor Band. Schools from the OMEA District 1 which includes the counties of Williams, Defiance, Fulton, Henry, Wood, and Lucas, are represented in this annual musical event. Students must prepare a recording of the audition music and submit it. This is then sent as a blind audition to be judged by area music teachers. Five Wauseon High School students auditioned and were accepted into the OMEA District 1 Honors Band. These students are Ashlyn Boyers (French Horn), Stephanie Whitman (Percussion), Sean Baker (Tuba), Zach Spadafore (Tuba), and Kevin Moden (Trumpet). Twelve Wauseon Middle School students auditioned and were accepted into the OMEA District 1 Junior High Honor Band. These students are Sarah Broun (Flute), Amber Wolpert (Flute), Lance Jutze (Clarinet), Lukas Dominique (Clarinet), Karli Callahan (Bassoon), Rebekah Rees (Bass Clarinet), Kodi Albright (Trombone), Jozef Shema (Trombone), Lucas Blanchong (Tuba), Conner Hicks (Percussion), and Kyle Vernot (Percussion). Two practices will be held at the Sylvania Northview High School. The final concert for the Junior High Band, Choir, and Orchestra Concert is at 2:30 at the Stranahan in Toledo on Sunday February 16. The High School District Honor Band, Choir, and Orchestra starts at 7 pm at the Stranahan Theater in Toledo that day as well. This event is free and open to the public. The Wauseon Music Boosters pays all entry fees for these events to make the event possible for any student who is capable and desires to participate. The Wauseon High School and Middle School Bands are led by director Eric Boswell and assistant director Jason Lozer. Boswell, states, "We really appreciate the extra efforts of these fine students who have gone above and beyond expectations. Their hard work helps to improve the band program as we strive to improve every day. We are lucky that the community, school district & parents value music and make this type of opportunity possible."
    Tammy Allison may be reached at publisher@thevillagereporter.com

    Meeting On February 11

    WAUSEONThe Wauseon Public Li- ruary 11 at 5:30 p.m. in the librarys secbrarys Board of Trustees will hold its ond floor meeting room. monthly board meeting on Tuesday, FebThe public is always welcome.

    Free One-on-One Computer Classes At The Wauseon Public Library


    WAUSEONHave you gotten a new electronic toy? A new computer, laptop, e-Reader or iPad? Do you need help learning the basics? Are you new to the internet? Want to learn how to surf the web, set up an email account, or just want to learn how to put together a resume, cover letter or flyer on the computer? Then call to reserve a spot at the Wauseon Public Librarys free, one-on-one computer classes on February 12 from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. These classes offer a wonderful opportunity to learn more about how to use the computer, shared Library Director Amy Murphy. We will have staff sit down with you one-on-one and help you learn what you want to learn about the computer, software programs or the internet. The lessons are free, but space is limited. Since they are one-on-one classes, please register today for the one-hour segments. For more information or to register, please email amy.murphy@oplin.org or call the Wauseon Public Library at 419335-6626.
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    Homemade Valentine Make & Take Craft Day


    WAUSEONCelebrate Valentines Day at the Wauseon Public Library! Make your sweetheart a homemade valentine at the library on February 14 from 3-4:30 p.m. This Valentine Make & Take Craft Day is free and open to everyone, both the young and the young at heart. All supplies will be provided by the library. Were looking forward to seeing you make a special space valentine, which shares the message, Youre Out of This World, Valentine! Its a stellar project, which all ages will enjoy making and receiving, explained Library Director Amy Murphy. For more information, email the Wauseon Public Library at amy.murphy@ oplin.org or call the Childrens Department at 419-335-6626.
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    Stump inquired about the possibility of having a vendors booth for the FCA at the Ohio High School Baseball Coaches Association Clinic. Within a few days, Stump was contacted and invited to not only have a booth but to also host a FCA Breakfast and be on the speakers list. With over 1,200 high school coaches attending, this was a huge opportunity. Stump reflects, For two days we sit amongst the vendors, sharing the hope and love of Jesus while the rest of the vendors share their merchandise, jerseys, and equipment. Its unique, because we stick out like a sore thumb. The FCA provided a free continental breakfast to coaches along with guest speaker, Ohio States Assistant Coach Dan DeLucia who shared his faith story. Later that same morning, the FCA was given two 30 minute speaking slots during a breakout session. In our session we defined the 21st century athlete and discovered the stress points in coaching. We then shared an EPIC way to coach this new generation of athletes. It was well received last year, and we were invited back to speak again, which is a rarity. This event has opened up more opportunities as Stump says that many coaches came to their booth asking if they could share the same message to their administration, schools, and teams across Ohio. UPCOMING FCA EVENTS March 8, 2014 "Motivating the 21st Century Athlete" We welcome back our 2nd annual FCA Coaching Clinic featuring guest speaker Dr. Jeff Duke. Dr. Jeff Duke is a professor at the University of Central Florida in their "Coaching" department. Dr. Jeff Duke is the foremost expert regarding the cultural influence in the coaching profession on society's mores. He has developed and authored the "Three Dimensional Pyramid of

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    Coaching Success" that has revolutionized the sport coaching landscape. His coaching experience encompasses the youth level through the professional ranks, coupled with a multi-year stint with the legendary football coach, Bobby Bowden. He is highly sought after to lead workshops, seminars, and training on the "cultural influence of the sport coach" throughout Europe and the Americas. His Doctoral research (Florida State University) created baseline data on how to analyze proficient elite level coaching methods. This clinic will be held at Defiance College, March 8 from 10am to 2pm. Lunch is included in the $15 clinic fee. You can begin to register today. Last year over 60 of our local coaches attended this clinic and walked away impressed and impacted! This year Dr. Jeff Duke will continue to empower and encourage our coaches with new insight and coaching helps for the 21st Century athlete. April 6, 2014 "FCA Annual Champions Dinner" This will be 10 YEARS for our office! We have moved our Annual Champions dinner to the spring, so that we can recognize each school and team. This year we feature lower ticket costs, award winners for all schools, and special guest Comedian Kenn Kington! This years event will be held at the Archbold Evangelical Church on Sunday night, April 6. Tickets are $15. May 10, 2014 "Buckeye Border FCA Annual Golf Scramble" This is our annual golf scramble and our only true fund-raiser. Held at the Orchard Hills golf course in Bryan this year, we plan to raise enough funds to cover resources and camp scholarships.
    Tammy Allison may be reached at publisher@thevillagereporter.com

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    Sauder Village Bridal Show March 2 In Founders Hall


    The show will also allow guests an opportunity to see Founders Hall and learn more about how Sauder Village can help make their wedding a memorable experience. Guests will have the opportunity to explore the wide range of bridal services we offer at Sauder Village including unique shops with gifts for the bride and groom, rehearsal dinner options at the Barn Restaurant and rooms at the Sauder Heritage Inn for guests or the bridal party, Smith added. In the beauty of Founders Hall, a variety of food and drink options are available from hors doeuvres and drinks to family style, buffet and plated dinners. Our friendly staff will help create a delightful dining experience for that special day. Admission to the Bridal Show is $7.00 but guests can pre-register at www. saudervillage.org/bridal to receive a coupon for $2.00 off admission. Registered guests will also be entered into the grand prize drawing. Bouquets will be tossed out throughout the afternoon providing brides a chance to win a variety of prizes and gift certificates from participating vendors and Sauder Village. To plan the wedding of your dreams, dont miss the Bridal Show at Sauder Village on Sunday, March 2 from noon-4 p.m. in Founders Hall. For more information call 800.590.9755 or to register for the show visit www.saudervillage.org/ bridal

    ARCHBOLD, OH Planning a wedding may seem like an overwhelming task. From the wedding dress and flowers to decorations, food and photographs the Sauder Village Bridal Show on Sunday, March 2 will provide brides and groomsto-be the opportunity to plan their entire wedding in one spectacular location. From noon until 4:00 p.m. on March 2, wedding professionals from throughout the region will have exhibits set-up in Founders Hall to showcase every resource a bride will need to plan a memorable wedding! The afternoon event will include a variety of information, special offers, food samples, entertainment and give-aways. We look forward to having brides and grooms from throughout the region join us for an afternoon of information and inspiration, shared Jeanette Smith, Director of Sales and Marketing at Sauder Village. We are pleased to have so many talented and recognized wedding professionals sharing their knowledge with our guests again this year. Brides and grooms-to-be can plan their entire wedding in one location while visiting with bridal professionals from throughout the region. From photographers, florists, and DJs to caterers, wedding planners and decorators Founders Hall will be transformed into a unique environment where engaged couples can network with wedding-industry professionals as they showcase their products and services.

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    CHURCH & SPIRITUAL NEWS


    BY: REX STUMP - SNOW PILES & SIN!
    possibility of getting stuck or slipping on the icy patches in my own driveway. There is also the possibility of getting my shoes covered in that snow, dragging it in the house, having wet floors, stained carpets and even slipping with my wet shoes on! Dumb snow! There are obviously multiple small issues that could develop from not clearing my driveway off during the winter. Sometimes those possible small issues can snowball into greater problems. So am I strange or disciplined in shoveling my driveway on a consistent basis? Athletes show up every day to practice utilizing their skills. They will take hours doing the same thing over, and over, and over again. Is that strange or disciplined? A great athlete understands that they must be disciplined in doing the small things over and over again so that they can prevent mistakes and learn to overcome challenges. If they want to defeat their opponent they must prepare and get stronger! Sin (those things that dishonor God) is just like that snow in my driveway. As sin drops into my life (invited or uninvited) it can easily pile up. One bad choice leads to another and soon I have a drift of snow blocking my path to godliness. Suddenly I find slick moments and a mess in my life. My progress in spiritual growth slows down and my time with Jesus is hindered by my personal two hour delay! Dumb sin! The more I step in that sin, the more I drag it into my house and now my family is affected by my mess! Dumb sin! Get the spiritual shovel out! Be disciplined in your daily walk with God! 1. Clean off the driveway ask for forgiveness (I John 1:9) 2. Give God thanks for His Grace! (Ephesians 2:8-9) Ive had a neighbor or friend on occasion pass by with their snow blower or

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    plow and just like that I have a clear path! Thanks my friends! In the same way, Thank you God for plowing out those big drifts of sin I cant do this on my own. 3. Daily check for slick spots be disciplined in prayer and time spent in Gods Word. (Daniel 6:10) A wise and disciplined athlete, desiring to become great, will look forward to practice because they know that today they will spend a couple hours preparing themselves to victorious over their opponent. A wise and disciplined follower of Jesus Christ, desiring to become greater in faith, will look forward to prayer and study (as well as other spiritual disciplines) because they know that today they have prepared themselves for the challenges ahead! Although the winter of 2014 has definitely been memorable, it has also been helpful in reminding me to daily practice my faith! For more reading, check out Job 23:11-2, Luke 9:23-24, and Hebrews 3:13.

    IS EVOLUTION SETTLED SCIENCE?


    I read recently that a leading scientist remarked that evolution is settled science. Settled for whom? Consider with me something else that I read that underscores the incredible and marvelous work of the brain, something that argues for intelligent design. Your body, including your brain, is fearfully and wonderfully made. In the book Does My Goldfish Know Who I Am? Science writer Joshua Foer explains to a nine-year-old boy named Tom how the brain can store so much information despite being that small: An adults brain only weighs about [three pounds], but its made up of about 100 billion microscopic neurons. Each of those neurons looks like a tiny branching tree, whose limbs reach out and touch other neurons. In fact, each neuron can make between 5,000 and 10,000 connections with other neuronssometimes even more. Thats more than 500 trillion connections! A memory is essentially a pattern of connections between neurons. Every sensation that you remember, every thought that you think, transforms your brain by altering the connections within that vast network. By the time you get to the end of this sentence, you will have created a new memory, which means your brain will have physically changed. The scriptures remind us that our existence is not the result of a cosmic accident or some impersonal galactic force that resulted in our being ushered from nothingness into something meaningful, personal and eternal. Psalm 139:13-14 (NIV), 13 For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mothers womb. 14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.
    Rick Jones, Executive Director, Defiance Area Youth for Christ. For more information about the work of Youth for Christ, 419-782-0656, or email: defyfc@embarqmail.com

    Winning The Battle For A Generation

    Going to practice every day is just like shoveling snow! What? Its a chore? Its a pain? NO! I am one of those guys that will go out every day (for the most part) and shovel the driveway, even if its only an inch or snow on the ground. I will even go out and shovel during a snow storm on occasion. Why? I believe its something I learned growing up from my parents. Its called Daily Discipline. What we discover in the winter is that when we dont consistently clean off the driveway, the snow begins to pack, build up, and even develop into icy patches. As a result, there is a

    Setting Aside Competition For Some Kneetime

    TAKING A KNEE ... Montpelier & Wauseon teammates set aside competition and share a prayerful moment together on the Wauseon hardwood.

    PHOTO COURTESY OF REX STUMP

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    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

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    Williams County Genealogical Society Takes A Trip To Washington D.C.


    nal wanted to research were closed, the DAR held many treasures about their ancestors. The next meeting will be February 10, 2014, 6:30pm in the Harmon Room, West Annex, Bryan Public Library, Bryan, OH. The theme is Monday Night at the Movies. A DVD of Samuel Clemens will be shown. Bring a snack and or drink, relax and watch the DVD with them. 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.wcgsogs.com or write to WCGS, P.O. Box 293, Bryan Ohio 43506.
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    New Area Scouting Executive Announced

    DAR BUILDING

    The New Year not only brought cold weather but memories from the 4 ladies of the Williams County Genealogical Society (Alice Meuleman, Pat Goebel, Pam Lash and Marty Richie) about their trip to Washington DC. They shared at the January Meeting their exciting, frustrating but fruitful researching trip to Washington DC during the shutdown the first of October. They joined with a group from the Toledo Area Genealogical Society to take the bus trip to DC with the purpose of Researching at the National Archives, Library of Congress and the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Oct. 1 brought the government shutdown for some sightseeing, the National Archives and the Library of Congress. Since the DAR is mostly private funded, it was open, to the delight of the ladies. Besides researching their wonderful library, a tour of the facilities was given with looks into the period rooms of most of the states in America. Pam Lash told about the tour showing slides of the Ohio, Tennessee, DC, Maryland, Louisiana, Georgia, Oklahoma, North Carolina and Missouri rooms. Special

    interest was given to the Ohio room showing the 1920s dcor. Even though the shutdown closed many of the buildings for sight-seeing, some of the open air sites were available, for example, Arlington Cemetery. Pat Goebel told about their experience seeing the burial site for John F. Kennedy and Audie Murphy, with slides and a video of the Changing of the Guards which they were lucky enough to see. Alice Meuleman told about touring the Capital Building led by a retired secretary from the Capital Building with help from a current secretary. They were able to view both the Senate and House in session. Alice showed several rooms in the capital, and the scene painted in the Capital stairway of the Battle of Erie. Marty Richie told stories about her experience with a WW11 vet while searching for his buddys name on the Memorial Wall. She showed pictures of the 911 Park near the Pentagon and what everything meant. Marty also shared more pictures showing places around DC, Alexandra and Georgetown. Even though the places they origi-

    The Black Swamp Area Council, Boy Scouts of America is pleased to announce Janssen W. Lemley as the new Senior District Executive for the Chinquapin District serving Defiance, Fulton, Henry, and Williams Counties. Janssen comes to us from St. Marys, Ohio where he served as the Boy Scout District Executive for Auglaize and Mercer County for two years. He is originally from Coldwater, Ohio where he graduated from and earned his Eagle Scout with Troop 69 in Celina, Ohio. In 2011, he graduated from The University of Toledo. Moving to Defiance is a coming home in a way for Janssen, as he served on the Camp Lakota Summer Camp Staff for nine summers from 2002 2010.
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    Area NSCC Students Inducted Into Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
    ARCHBOLD, OHIO Northwest State Community College recently recognized thirty-three students during the induction ceremony for the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society. To be eligible for induction, students must have a minimum 3.5 grade point average after completing at least eighteen credit hours of college coursework. Phi Theta Kappa was established in 1918 to encourage academic achievement for two-year college students. Its mission is to provide opportunities for individual growth and development through honors, leadership and service programming. Phi Theta Kappa is the largest honor society in American higher education with more than 2.5 million members. The following students were inducted into Phi Theta Kappa: Fulton County: Kimberly Kruse (Archbold), William Miller (Archbold), April Velez (Archbold), Carol Pribe (Delta), Kevin Becker (Wauseon), Rebecca Dent-Weiss (Wauseon), Reynaldo Lopez (Wauseon), Anthony Rodriguez (Wauseon) and Michael Sager (Wauseon) Williams County: Natasha Giles (Bryan), Tegan Hurd (Bryan), Brigitte Kuszmaul (Bryan), Rochelle Roberts (Bryan), Johnna Sorgenfrie (Bryan), Megan Wiles (Edgerton), Amber Jones (Kunkle), Debra Murphy (Montpelier) and Jason Marvin (West Unity).
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    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 St., P.O. Box 148, Montpelier, Ohio 43543. A contact number should be supplied so the candidate can be contacted for an interview. Any questions should be directed to the Clerk of Council at 419-485-5543.

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    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 HELP WANTED - Hutchison Trucking located in West Unity bacon, ham, hocks, ribs, is looking for part-time/full-time drivers! Must have a Class A chops, steaks, roast, sauCDL, 2 years experience, and a clean driving record. Contact sage. 419-212-0702. Jon at 419-553-0720. FOR SALE - White Shepard puppies for sale! Male $250, female $300. Call 419-5510849 after 2 PM.

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