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February 8 - 14, 2012

What stands out about Put-nam County?

This question was asked of me recently. I had to stop to think. A lot of things came to mind.

I though of the outstand-ing architecture in Putnam County. This includes churches, some over 100 years old, some fairly new, a fantastic court house, beauti-ful homes and downtown businesses with designs to enjoy.

Then I thought of the Put-nam County schools. I wasn’t thinking of the buildings, many new. I was thinking of the high quality education that happens in the inside often resulting in top test scores.

Business and industry came to mind. With a popula-tion of around 34,000, this county still produces world-renown products including farm equipment, trailers and even sassafras tea. Many of the businesses were started with an idea of one person. Then as they grew, the com-panies were able to find local employees that could produce quality products.

We have a wide variety of sports programs that have teams that go on to state championships.

Then I thought of our rec-reation. Stop in most any Putnam County community and you can find a park with ball parks and playgrounds. Many of these ball parks and playgrounds were built by volunteers.

We have five communities that feature murals painted on the sides of buildings for everyone to enjoy.

We have a district library with branches in seven other communities.

Do you get the picture?I was having a hard time

figuring out what one thing stood out about this county?

Then it hit me. It’s the people.

It is the people in this county who are willing to take a chance on a new business, practice to be good on a team, or take the time to volunteer to build a park, coach a team, or support a program.

It is the parents, teachers and administrators who care about the education of our children and who take the time to coach a team. This is what stands out in our county.

So how do you picture that?

Jennifer SchmidtChemical dependency counselor with Pathways A

A Pride survey taken in 2010 showed that 28.1 of twelfth grad-ers had smoked within the prior year of the survey. This number was down from 2006 when the survey found 38 percent had an annual use of cigarettes. We’re seeing an increase in the monthly use of Meth, Oxycontin, ecstasy,and steroids although the numbers here are still low.

Why do they make the legal drinking age 21?A

Studies have found when you drink at a younger age it increases your chances of becoming an alcoholic. Children drinking at age 13 have a 44 percent chance of becoming an alcoholic. These chances drop each year. At age 21 it levels out to the national average of 10 percent.

TWO QUESTIONS FOR Jennifer Schmidt, chemical dependency counselor with Pathways

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OTTAWA — Kurt Recker, Glandorf, chose to be a Big Brother because he wanted to give back to the community.

Bob Hashbarger signed on to be a Big Brother because he knew younger chil-dren needed role models. He is now on his third match.

Sam Beining, Ottoville, heard about the school-based program and thought it would be nice to be a positive influence on a younger student.

All three volunteers were busy bowling on Saturday as they took part in the Put-nam County Big Brothers-Big Sisters Bow-lathon at Ottawa Highland Lanes.

Melissa Weaver, the coordinator for the Putnam County Big Brothers-Big Sisters School-based program said they have 57 matches of high school students and elementary students in Ottoville and Fort Jennings.

“Columbus Grove was also involved last year, but this year they felt they couldn’t because of all the school construction,” Weaver said.

Weaver is involved weekly at the schools with the school-based program.

“The high school students will meet with an elementary student at lunch time or during a free time,” Weaver said. She often has organized activities for the students such as board games.

“Everything is done on the school prem-ises with this program,” Weaver explained.

“I enjoy the board games and card games we get to do together,” said Beining.

Classmate April Horstman said she had an opportunity to work with her match on writing a story together. “It was a lot of fun.”

“After awhile they open up to you and start talking,” said Eric Wannemacher, also a senior at Ottoville High School. “It’s a nice feeling to see the excitement in my match’s face when it’s time for us to get together.”

April agreed. “My match always runs up and gives me a hug.”

John Neville, executive director of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of West Central Ohio, said being in the program is also a good influence on the high school stu-dents.

“I had one student tell me he likes being a role model,” Neville said. “He said he thinks more now before doing anything because he knows he is setting an exam-ple,”

Mandy Mellot oversees the community-based matches in Putnam County. There

are currently 11 community-based matches in the county.

These matches involve adults meeting with a child a few times a month.

Recker said he and Brayden do different things when they are out together.

“We’ve gone to Chuck E Cheese or bowl-ing as our time together,” Recker said. He also enjoys going to the sporting events

when Brayden is playing.“I like basketball, soccer and baseball,”

Brayden said. “It’s just nice to hang out together,” he said of the program.

Recker said he would encourage others to sign up as volunteers. “It’s part of giving back and it’s a good time,” he said.

Robert and Denise Wakefield, Columbus Grove, have had children enrolled in the program.

“It’s a great program,” Denise said. “At the time my son was in the program he liked sports and needed someone that shared that interest.” She said her son’s Big Brother took him to sporting events or sometimes would just take a walk with her son.

“It gives them someone else to talk to,” Robert said. “That’s important for a child. To have someone who will just take the time to be there and listen.”

Hashbarger said he has been in the pro-gram 14 years. “It keeps me young,” he said. “It’s rewarding.”

Hashbarger said being involved in the Big Brothers-Big Sisters program is not a big time involvement. “You make the time you need,” he said. “The kids appreciate it and so do the parents.”

Brayden WIlson used some special moves to win the dance competition during last Saturday’s Putnam County Big Brothers/Sisters Bowlathon at Highland Lanes in Ottawa.

Sam Beining (l), April Horstman and Eric Wannemacher, all seniors at Ottoville High School, enjoy the time they spend as big brothers and big sister to elementary stu-dents at Ottoville Elementary with the Put-nam County Big Brothers/Sisters program.

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Kurt Recker (l), of Glandorf, and Brayden Wilson, of Fort Jennings, pose for picture at Highland Lanes in Ottawa. They enjoy the time they spend together as a big brother-little brother in the Putnam County Big Brothers/Sisters program.

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By BECKY LEADERPutnam Voice Correspondant

Melissa Weaver’s life has gone to the dogs — but in a very good way!

When Weaver, formerly from Ottawa, graduated from Olivet Col-lege in 2005 with dual degrees in psychology and zoology, her goal was to work with both children and animals. In order to pursue her passion, she entered the appren-tice program at Leader Dogs for the Blind in Michigan, where she was certified as a guide dog mobil-ity instructor and trainer. She then was hired at The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association in Southamp-ton, England.

While in England, Weaver noted a major difference between the two programs; in Michigan, the guide dogs stayed in kennels dur-ing the time they were trained, while in the UK, the dogs were housed in foster homes. Weaver observed the UK dogs were calmer and had more opportunities for socialization skills in a home set-ting. When Weaver completed the Guide Dogs program, she returned to the States in 2009, looking for a purpose. A mentor suggested she start her own organization that focused on younger children, as all other guide dog programs in the United States were geared toward youth ages 16 and older. Through research, Weaver discovered in Ohio alone, there are over 1,000 legally blind children between the ages of six to 21 years. “This num-ber is one that is reported by pub-lic schools,” she explained.

Weaver founded LODESTAR: Guiding Angels for the Blind, in April 2010. The non-profit program focuses on matching guide dogs with children ages 10-17, free of charge; it is the first program of its kind in the United States. LODE-STAR’s approach is to promote

independence, confidence, self-esteem and positive social support for children who are determined to be legally blind, through the use of guide dogs. Not only did Weaver design a program to work with children, their families, and the guide dogs, she also had to learn the aspects of running a business. It costs approximately $15,000 to place one guide dog with a child. LODESTAR’s funding sources are primarily from private donations and fund-raisers. Weaver gives much credit to the LODESTAR Board for assisting with the busi-ness aspects of her program.

Weaver chooses dogs that are one to two years old and are res-cues or have come from shelters. Training a guide dog takes approxi-mately eight months. Weaver trains the dog herself; she does not utilize volunteers due to the nature of the process

Weaver described that a dog pro-gresses through different training stages. Parker, her current trainee that is a Newfoundland/Lab mix, is learning to wear a harness while stopping at curbs and not chasing after squirrels. Weaver explained she eventually takes the dog on a

‘blind walk,’ when she blindfolds herself and relies completely on the dog to guide her. “I have got-ten pretty banged up during the blind walks,” Weaver smiled (she does have someone follow her, for safety reasons). A final blind walk is conducted when the dog is ready to be placed with a child.

Last year, Weaver took her then-guide dog trainee, Logan, to Ottawa Elementary School. For three months, Weaver, accompanied by Logan, read to the children. “I wanted the children to associate literacy and fun,” Weaver stated.

Last week Weaver and Parker traveled to O.E. to obtain permis-sion to begin school visits.

The matching process for a child and a guide dog is a complicated process.

“The child must be able to bene-fit from having a guide dog through increasing independence, confi-dence, self-esteem and positive social support,” explained Weaver. Weaver placed her first guide dog, Logan, with 10-year-old Emily, in the Cleveland area in August 2011. Emily became blind at age five, due to illness. She had worked with a cane for five years, and had

only progressed to getting around in school. She could not go out in public and was totally dependent on others. Emily had never walked further than her own property.

When the decision to match Emily and Logan was made, LODE-STAR provided two weeks of in-home training for Emily and her family. LODESTAR also offers an extensive follow-up program that is extremely important for the match to continue its success. “We make follow-up visit at two weeks, one month, three months, six months, and yearly thereafter,” said Weaver, “and more often as needed.”

Weaver stated, “Emily is doing very well. She is becoming more independent. Logan gave her con-fidence to go in public all the time and enjoy it!”

Weaver is striving to get more publicity for her program. The program currently serves children in Ohio, Southern Michigan and Eastern Indiana, although. Weaver’s vision is to serve children across the United States. For more infor-mation or to make a donation, visit their website, www.lodestarga.org or their Facebook page, LODE-STAR: Guiding Angels for the Blind.

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Putnam County Common Pleas CourtDispositions/Jan. 27

Curtis J. Echols, 19, 715 W. Jack-son St., Paulding, was sentenced to 12 months in prison for assault with credit given for 146 days served. A charge of intimidation was dismissed.

Putnam County Treasurer Tracy Warnecke won a judgment against Larry J. Napier, Sevierville, Tenn., and Lucy A. Napier, Sevierville, Tenn., in the amount of $11,668.90 in delin-quent taxes and assessments.

Angela A. Brinkman, Ottawa, was granted a divorce from Andrew Brink-man, Cloverdale. They were married Oct. 21, 2006, in Kalida, and have two children.Dispositions/Jan. 30

Fred L. Peoples, Jr., 40, 735 S. Metcalf St., Lima, was sentenced to 12 months in prison for two counts receiving stolen property. He was given credit for a total of 154 days served and the sentences were ordered to be served concurrently.Dispositions/Feb. 1

Delonda I. Lowe, Ottawa, was

granted a divorce from Brian N. Lowe, Ottawa. They were married Nov. 6, 1993 in Jasonville, Ind., and have three children.Dispositions/Feb. 2

Liberty Savings, Wilmington, won a judgment against Robert L. Helmke, Cloverdale, and Michelle A. Helmke, Lima, in the amount of $56,544.42, plus interest and costs.

USDA Rural Development, Colum-bus, was granted a foreclosure against David L. Luke Jr., Lima, and Carla J. Luke, Pandora, in the amount of $79,718.03, plus interest and costs.New Cases

Bank of America, Simi Valley, Calif., v. Tammie Brooks, Leipsic, and Kim Brooks, Leipsic; foreclosure.

Scott Franz, Holgate, and Cindy Franz, Leipsic; dissolution without children.

Manufacturers and Traders Trust, Co., Salt Lake, Utah, v. Joann R. Gerd-ing, Columbus Grove; foreclosure.

National Collegiate Student Loan Trust, Boston, Mass., v. Helen Eberle, Ottoville; money.

The Huntington National Bank,

Columbus, v. Norman G. Schroeder, Ottawa, and Kelly J. Schroeder, Ottawa; foreclosure.

Rebecca L. Heiney, Ebensburg, Pa., v. Kristopher A. Heiney, Leipsic; regis-tration of foreign support.

Flagstar Bank, Troy, Mich., v. Kevin R. Grothause, Ottawa, and Melissa C. Grothause, Ottawa; foreclosure.

Rachel E. Jay, Columbus Grove, v. John J. Jay, Columbus Grove; dissolu-tion with children.

Huntington National Bank, Colum-bus, v. Frank A. Doud, Ottawa, and Patricia D. Doud, Ottawa; foreclo-sure.

The Village of Leipsic, v. Larry Napier, Sevierville; civil other.

Putnam County Municipal CourtDispositions/Jan. 30

Eric D. Ricker, 20, 349 W. Third St., Ottoville, pleaded guilty to under-age alcohol possession. Sentence: 180 days jail, $100 fine, with 180 days jail suspended, with assess-ment at Pathways Counseling Center or equivalent provider, and 16 hours’ community service. He also was fined $100 for reckless operation.

Joseph L. Kuhlman, 22, 11146 Fairview Drive, Ottawa, pleaded no contest to an amended charge of second-offense reckless operation and was found guilty. Sentence: Four points, 30 days jail, $250 fine, with 27 days jail suspended, with credit for three days jail upon completion of DIP program. A charge of lighted lights required was dismissed.

Janet Hopkins, 51, 641 E. Main St., Apt. B, Ottawa, pleaded no con-test to first-offense OVI and was found guilty. Sentence: Six points, 180 days jail, $750 fine, one-year license suspension, with 174 days jail and $375 suspended, with credit for three days jail upon completion of DIP program. A charge of failure to signal turn was dismissed.Judgments/Jan. 30

Ohio Receivables, LLC, Colum-bus, default judgment v. Bon-nie M. McClurg, Columbus Grove, $7,972.22, plus interest of $3,726.89, plus interest and costs.

Dale C. Stefanek, DDS, Glandorf, default judgment v. Diana Vasquez, Hamler, $354, plus interest and cost of suit taxed at $95.

Dispositions/Jan. 31Patrick C. Clark, 54, 2445 Green-

dale St., Lima, pleaded guilty to an amended charge of second-offense reckless operation and was found guilty. Sentence: Four points, 30 days jail, $250 fine, with 27 days jail suspended, with credit for three days jail upon completion of DIP program. A charge of speeding was dismissed.

Robert R. Anderson, III, 27, 457 Hickory Ct., Leipsic, pleaded no con-test to first-offense OVI and was found guilty. Sentence: Six points, 180 days jail, $750 fine, one-year license suspension, with 177 days jail and $300 suspended. A charge of failure to reinstate license was dismissed.Judgments/Feb. 2

Department Stores National Bank, Sioux Falls, S.D., default judgment v. Kandis J. Brinkman, Ottoville, $2,232.79 with interest and costs.

Ohio Department of Jobs & Family Services, Columbus, default judg-ment v. Christopher D. Nienberg, Columbus Grove, $3,151.43, plus interest and costs.

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The Putnam County Agriculture Soci-ety won three awards at the 2012 OFMA (Ohio Fair Managers) Convention in Columbus on Jan. 8. The three awards included: 1st for Small Fair Premium Book Cover, 1st Place for Small Fair Newspaper Flyer and 1st Place for Small Fair Television Ad.

Fair board members President Don Verhoff and Marge Knueven, worked in conjunction with Katie Schnipke from Schnipke Photography, to design the Fair

Premium Cover.This cover design was then used as part

of the newspaper flyer put out by the Agri-culture Society.

The television ad was designed by Ver-hoff, Knuven, and Peg Kruse, Putnam County Fair Secretary along with WLIO marketing consultant Angie Gable.

Kruse said the 2012 Putnam County Fair is June 18 to June 23.

Plans for this year’s fair already include the Elephyant encounter,a Putnam County

Talent Night featuring six local talents and the Jungle Island Zoo.

“We also plan to have bigger and better fireworks for this year’s fair,” Kruse said.

Three bands that will perform in the Entertainment tent will include Becca Bradley on Friday, the Polly Mae Band on Thursday and Nashville Crush on Sat-urday.

Polly Mae, formerly known as Harmony, is a duet consisting of two sisters, Jodi and Dale

Malissa Weaver, President of LODESTAR: Guid-ing Angels for the Blind, and Parker, her current dog-in-training. Weaver founded the non-profit in April 2010 and focuses on matching guide dogs with children ages 10-17, free of charge; it is the first program of its kind in the United States.

Ottawa native serving the blind

Ag Society wins three awards at Fair Managers ConventionPutnam County Fair Secretary Peg Kruse shows the three plaques the Putnam County Agricultural Society received at the Ohio Fair Manag-ers Conven-tion.

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PUTNAM COUNTY — The Putnam County Educational Service Center and Commu-nity Partners will offer a day-time four hour training and evening 2-hour training on the dangers of Sexting, Cyberbul-lying and Social Media free of charge.

The four hour training is Wednesday, Feb. 22,The train-ing will be held from noon to 4 p.m. on is hosting two pre-sentations by the Ohio Crime Prevention Association enti-tled “Sexting, Cyberbullying, & Social Media” via their Safe Schools Healthy Students ini-tiative. Both sessions will be held Feb. 22 with the first for those in public service positions such as law enforce-ment, educational profession-als and clergy being held 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. and the second session for the general public being 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

The four-hour session is for law enforcement, school offi-cials, social service agencies and public safety personnel. The two-hour session is for middle and high school stu-dents, college students, civic organizations, community volunteers and senior citi-zens.

The presentation covers potential dangers that now occur with the growing use of social media and how to recognize and respond appro-priately to these behaviors.

A manual and CD with six PowerPoint presentations will be offered along with a certificate of completion and a Local Professional Develop-ment Certficate.

For further information or to register, contact the curric-ulum administrative assistant Debra Schroeder at [email protected].

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OTTAWA — It’s swim lesson registration time at the Putnam County YMCA again!!! Space is limited and classes fill up fast!

Registration for mem-bers starts: Feb. 13,

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Lessons are Tuesday nights, 6-6:30 p.m. for pre-school age (3-5yrs)

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PANDORA — A spa-ghetti dinner will be served Friday, February 24 from 4-6 p.m. at the Pandora United Methodist Church. The dinner will include spaghetti, garlic bread, salad, beverages, and dessert. Tickets are $6 each. Tickets may be purchased at Riley Creek Pharmacy in Pandora or from Pandora United Methodist Youth. Pro-ceeds will benefit the Mis-sion Work Camp to White Oak, Tennessee in June.

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OTTAWA —American Legion Auxiliary Unit #63, Ottawa, is sponsoring a Taco Night to benefit their Buckeye Girls’ State fund, this Saturday, Feb-ruary 11th from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Ottawa Legion Post. Dine in or carry out provided. Both hard and soft tacos will be avail-able at a cost of $1.50 each. Frozen margaritas will also be available for purchase, to compliment your meal. The “Taco-Belles” look forward to your patronage.

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OTTAWA — Local art-ist Bruce Stowe will offer a one session 1.5 hour “Fun Painting Class” on Thursday, Feb. 16, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at The Schroeder Center for the Arts in Ottawa.

The class is designed to finish a painting in one class. The goal is to teach ‘wet on wet” oil painting (the style of Bob Ross) in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. The cost is $39. Each participant will leave with a completed painting.

Those who register are asked to provide their own canvass, paints, sol-vents, oil, rags, and cans. To register call Jeanne Beutler at 419-615-2298.

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The 59th Annual Putnam County Science Fair will be held in the Continental Elementary School Gymna-sium on Saturday, Feb. 11. Judging will begin at 8:30 a.m. public viewing will start at 10:30 a.m. followed by the Awards Ceremony beginning at approximately 11:30 a.m..

The Science Fair is com-prised of 155 projects with participants from eight Put-nam County schools and over 50 judges from around the County. These students were selected by receiv-ing superior scores at their

local school’s science fair. If students receive a superior at the County level, they are eligible to move on to the Regional, District, and State Science Fair which offered over $3.8 million in scholar-ships and awards in 2011.

The Putnam County Sci-ence Fair is coordinated by the Putnam County Edu-cational Service Center and science teachers from districts within Putnam County. For questions or additional information con-cerning the Science Fair, please contact Beth Hench at 419 523-5951 ex. 3046.

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Aaron Siebeneck (r) was the recipient of the Putnam County Cattlemen’s Association scholarship presented by Matt Wiechart.

GLANDORF — Mr. and Mrs. Denny Lammers, of Glandorf, are celebrating 40 years of marriage today, Feb. 5, 2012.

Lammers and the former Deb Kuhlman were married Feb. 5, 1972, at Holy Family Church in New Cleveland.

They are the parents of two sons, Russ (Amie) Lammers, of Glandorf, and Lee (Heather) Lammers, of Lima; and two daughters, Nicki (Brian) Fenstermaker, of Ottawa, and Melanie (Doug) Westrick, of Ottawa. They have nine grandchildren.

Lammers is employed by Nash Finch. His wife is employed by Allstate Brian Planz Agency.

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Pencil and paper is still the way most farmers keep records. As farm size, income or debt increases, many farmers and lend-ers look for computer pro-grams that allow fast data entry, have internal checks for accuracy and allow summarizing of data. Most farmers begin their search by asking “Is there a simple computer program that will keep my records like the farm account books?”

Ohio State University Extension and other land grant colleges have rec-ognized the computer software Quicken® as a computerized farm record-keeping system. Users can record transactions of both the farm and family and cat-egorize them based on farm enterprises income and expenses as well as family

living expenses. Its popular-ity is due to the ease of data entry and to its low price of $60 to $100. This single-entry system is essentially an electronic checkbook. It allows users to track loans, write checks, reconcile the checkbook with the bank statement and quickly cre-ate reports for the farm business, family, and tax purposes.

OSU Extension is offer-ing a Computerized Farm Recordkeeping Work-shop with Quicken® that will focus on setting up accounts, categoriz-ing income and expenses, hands-on data entry, run-ning tax reports, and pre-paring farm production reports. Workshop will uti-lize a computer laboratory with Quicken® software installed to be used by par-

ticipants during the work-shop.

Workshops will be held:January 30 & February 6

at OSU Extension Van Wert Co. (1:00pm—3:30pm)

January 31 & February 7 at OSU Extension Defiance Co. (6:30pm—9:00pm)

February 3 & February 10 at OSU Extension Hancock Co. (9:30am—12 noon)

Pre-Registration $35.00 per farm business (2 people) is required and includes two-sessions and a workshop training manual. Please RSVP by January 18th. Space is limited.

For more information on the meeting, contact your OSU Extension office or OSU Extension Defiance County at (800) 745-4771, [email protected], or log on to http://defiance.osu.edu

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Early Discovery Pre-schools operated through the Putnam County Educa-tional Service Center, has started pre-registration for the 2012-2013 preschool

year. Early Discovery Pre-schools are located in the elementary buildings of the following schools: Colum-bus Grove, Continental, Fort Jennings, Leipsic, and Miller City-New Cleveland.

In accordance with State of Ohio Department of Edu-cation, children with dis-abilities and children who are 3 and 4 years of age from families with limited income (see scale below), will be given priority. Free and reduced fees are available based on family income. Limited space will be available.

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Irma Marie KrouseIrma Marie Krouse, 87, died at 9:10 a.m. Feb. 2, 2012, at The

Meadows of Ottawa-Glandorf in Glandorf.She was born July 21, 1924, in Kalida to Henry and Irene

Unverferth Holtkamp, who preceded her in death. On July 24, 1948, she married Nolan Krouse, who survives in Kalida.

Mrs. Krouse was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church, Kalida, and its Altar Rosary Society. She retired as a regis-tered nurse from Dr. Kidd nd Dr. Horstman’s office in Kalida. She received her registered nursing degree from Good Samaritan Hospital, Dayton. She enjoyed working cross-word puzzles, baking, and listening to music. She loved her grandchildren and her job and many of her patients called her “Mom.”

Survivors also include six children, Gary (Connie) Krouse, of Kalida, Kathleen (Tim) Bailey, of Fort Wayne, Ind., Mary Beth Krouse, of Albany, and Joan (Randy) Nienberg, Becky (Roger) Brinkman and Steve (Sheryl) Krouse, all of Kalida; 16 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; a brother, Don (Ginny) Holtkamp, of Kalida; a sister, Rita (Denny) Maag, of Kalida; two brothers-in-law, Tom Smith and Joe Pequignot, both of Fort Jennings; and a sister-in-law, Betty Holtkamp, of Kalida.

She was preceded in death by two sisters, Dorothy Smith and Joan Pequignot; and a brother, Eugene Holtkamp.

Mass of Christian Burial was held Monday at St. Michael Catholic Church, Kalida. Father John Hoying officiated. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Arrangements were handled by Love-Heitmeyer Funeral Home, on the corner of state Routes 224 and 634, Jackson Township.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Condolences may be expressed at lovefuneralhome.com.

FORT JENNINGS

Reva J. FooteReva J. Foote, 79, died at 6:20 a.m. Feb. 4, 2012, at Sarah

Jane Living Center, Delphos. She was born Oct. 20, 1932, in Massillon to Hector and

Phoebe Jane Carter St. Croix. On May 7, 1957, she married Irwin McClain Kelly, who preceded her in death.

On Oct. 6, 1972, she married Harold Foote, who preceded her in death.

Mrs. Foote was a nurse’s aide in nursing homes in Massillon. She loved to listen to Elvis Presley music and watch his movies. She enjoyed spending time with her chil-dren and grandchildren.

Survivors include four children, Pam (James) Craig, of Belton, Texas, Patrick (Becky) Kelly, of Fort Jennings, Penny (Chris) Cox, of Ashtabula, and Jennifer (Paul Bargar) Hudson, of Portland, Ind.; a daughter- in-law, Terri Kelly, of Canton; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchil-dren; and a sister, Rita (Dan) Fuller, of Cleveland.

She was preceded in death by two sons, Paul and Phillip Kelly; two brothers, Hector and Reggie St. Croix; and a granddaughter.

A private family graveside service will take place in St. Joseph Cemetery, Fort Jennings, at a later date.

Arrangements were handled by Love-Heitmeyer Funeral Home, Jackson Township, Putnam County.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family.Condolences may be expressed at lovefuneralhome.com.

KALIDA

Leon A. “Windy” KahleLeon A. “Windy” Kahle, 89, died at 10:40 p.m. Feb. 5, 2012,

at St. Rita’s Medical Center.He was born Oct. 29, 1922, in Kalida to Ferd and Clementine

Bensman Kahle, who preceded him in death. On Oct. 13, 1948, he married Lou Ann Webken, who survives in Kalida.

Mr. Kahle was owner/operator of Kahle Turkey Farm, Kalida, and a lifelong farmer. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. He was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church, Kalida, and its Holy Name Society. He was a mem-ber of the American Legion Post 63, Ottawa, the Kalida Knights of Columbus and Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2234,Ottawa. He had served as president of the Ohio Poultry Association. Everyone knew him as an avid historian and storyteller.

Survivors also include 10 children, Dan (Theresa) Kahle, of Cloverdale, Marcia (Bill Cornett) Kahle, of Dallas, Joe (Charlene) Kahle, of Zanesville, Bern (Pam) Kahle, of Kalida, Harold Kahle, of Cloverdale, Ruth (Rick) Peck, of Kalida, Nick Kahle, of Cloverdale, and Teresa (Mark Gasser) Kahle-Britsch, Rita (Dave) Schroeder and Earl Kahle, all of Kalida; 16 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and another one on the way; a brother, Jim (Diane) Kahle, of Kalida; and a sister, Gert Baldauf, of Quincy, Mich.

He was preceded in death by a son, Larry Kahle; a grand-son, Aaron Schnipke; a son-in-law, Chris Britsch; four brothers, Norbert, Clete, Herm and Rudolph Kahle; and five sisters, Peg Suever, Celeste Broecker, Monica Schmersal, Ag Niemeyer and Mary Ann Kahle.

Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at St. Michael Catholic Church, Kalida. Father Jason Kahle will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery, with military rites by American Legion Post 63.

Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 11:30 until time of service Thursday at Love-Heitmeyer Funeral Home, Jackson Township, where a K. of C. rosary service will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.


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Kenneth E. “Kenny” MeyerKenneth E. “Kenny” Meyer, 75, died at 1:05 a.m. Jan. 31,

2012, at St. Rita’s Medical Center.He was born June 16, 1936, in Ottawa to Lawrence and

Martha Feltman Meyer, who preceded her in death. On April 15, 1961, he married Anna Brinkman, who survives in Glandorf.

Mr. Meyer retired as a truck driver from Shawnee Distributors. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Glandorf. He was an Army veteran. He had served as chief of the Glandorf Fire Department. He was a social member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9142 and a member of American Legion Post 63 and Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2234, all in Ottawa.

Survivors also include a daughter, Gail (Roy) Kehres, of Cloverdale; a brother, Donald (Doris) Meyer, of Ottawa; and three sisters, Lillian (Evan) Neiswander, of Lima, Alice (Ray) Kohli, of Hilliard, and Dee Dee Breece, of Ottawa.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Raymond and Robert Meyer; and a sister, Vivian Halker.

Mass of Christian Burial was held Thursday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Glandorf. Father Ken Schroeder officiated. Burial was in the church cemetery, with military rites by American Legion Post 63.

Arrangements were handled by at Heitmeyer Funeral Home, OttawaMemorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross.

Condolences may be expressed at heitmeyerfuneralhome.com.

LEIPSIC

Alice D. SelhorstAlice D. Selhorst, 69, died at 3:03 a.m. Feb. 6, 2012, at

Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay.She was born June 28, 1942, in Greensburg Township,

Putnam County, to Clarence and Clara Michel Morman, who preceded her in death. On May 12, 1962, she married Lawrence Selhorst, who died April 19, 2008.

Mrs. Selhorst was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Leipsic, and its Altar Rosary Society and the Catholic Ladies of Columbia.

Survivors include four children, Nick (Jeanne) Selhorst, of Sidney, Randy (Cathy) Selhorst, of Perrysburg, Rick (Karen) Selhorst, of Bowling Green, and Deb (Charlie) Ellerbrock, of Leipsic; 13 grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Donna Jean Morman, of Leipsic; and a brother-in-law, Paul H. Schroeder, of Leipsic.

She was also preceded in death by a brother, William Morman; and a sister, Mary C. Schroeder.

Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Leipsic. The Rev. Father George Wenzinger will officiate. Burial will be in the church cem-etery.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. today and 2 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Love-Heitmeyer Funeral Home, Leipsic, where an Altar Rosary Society rosary service will be held at 8 p.m. today.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of donor’s choice.


KALIDA

Daniel Joseph “Twelve Pack” MiehlsDaniel Joseph “Twelve Pack” Miehls, 57, died the after-

noon of Feb. 2, 2012, at his residence.He was born Jan. 17, 1955, in Lima to Earl and Rita

Pohlman Miehls Sr., who preceded him in death. On Dec. 3, 1982, he married Dorothy Petersik, and they are divorced.

Mr. Miehls was a welder and machinist at Verhoff Machine, Continental. He enjoyed karaoke at American Legion Post 268, Delphos. He had been a member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 471, Delphos. He loved poker runs, Johnny Cash and Jack Daniels. He bought his first Harley-Davidson in 1979 and has enjoyed Harleys ever since.

Survivors include three children, Richard (Amy) Glasgow, of Oklahoma, Michael (Natasha Korte) Miehls, of Fort Jennings, and Christopher Miehls, of Oklahoma; four grand-children, Payton, Logan and Raegan Glasgow and Elizabeth Miehls; a brother, Ronald Joseph Miehls, of Ottawa; three sisters, Judy (Ralph) Averesch, of Ottoville, Becky (Patrick) Kelly and Kathy (Adrian) Weyrauch, both of Fort Jennings; and two sisters-in-law, Marcia Miehls, of Delphos, and Ruth Miehls, of Fort Jennings.

He was preceded in death by a son, Matthew Ryan Miehls; and two brothers, Kenneth and Earl Miehls Jr.

Services were held. Monday at Love-Heitmeyer Funeral Home, Jackson Township. Father Mel Verhoff officiated. Burial will be at a later date in St. Joseph Cemetery, Fort Jennings.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family.Condolences may be expressed at lovefuneralhome.com.

CLOVERDALE

Lelas Kathleen ProwantLelas Kathleen Prowant, 87, died at 7:43 a.m. Feb. 2, 2012,

at Lima Memorial Health System. She was born June 14, 1924, in Putnam County to Rolley

and Leona Foley Keller. On June 27, 1948, she married Harold J. Prowant, who died Sept. 4, 2009.

Mrs. Prowant was a homemaker. She served as mayor of Cloverdale for 16 years from 1996 to 2012. She was a mem-ber of Mandale Church of Christ and the Mayor’s Association Council.

Survivors include her children, Thomas (Mary) Keller, of Cloverdale, Stanley O. (Marjorie) Prowant, of Pendleton, Ore., Beverly N. (Arthur) Muir, of Antwerp, and Mickey M. (Heather Davis) Prowant, of Cloverdale, 17 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild; and three sisters: Doris Dienstburger and Helen Mericle, both of Delphos, and Nancy Kleman, of Ottawa.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Emogene Rode.Services will begin at 11 a.m. Thursday at Heitmeyer

Funeral Home, Continental. Pastor Justin Sterrett will offici-ate. Burial will follow in Monroe Cemetery, Continental.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour prior to services Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Condolences may be expressed at heitmeyerfuneralhome.com.

KALIDA

Margaret Mary “Peggy” Suever,Margaret Mary “Peggy” Suever, 87, of Quincy, Mich., for-

merly of Kalida, died unexpectedly Jan. 31, 2012, while visit-ing her daughter in Austin, Texas.

She was born May 23, 1924, in Kalida to Ferdinand and Clementine Bensman Kahle, who preceded her in death. On June 25, 1947, she married Emerson J. Suever, who died in 1987.

Mrs. Suever had worked at Quincy schools, Federal Mogul, Coldwater, Mich., and retired from the Coldwater Regional Center after 10 years. She was a member of Quincy Friends of the Library. She was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church, Coldwater, Mich., and its guilds and societies. She was a member of the Catholic Ladies of Columbia, Kalida, and the State of Michigan Retirees Association. She was an avid reader and was talented at baking, sewing, knit-ting and crocheting. She made many afghans and stockings for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Many people in the community will remember seeing her taking daily walks on U.S. 12 between Quincy, Mich., and Coldwater, Mich.

Survivors include five daughters, Beverly (Raymond) Sebastian, of Coldwater, Mich., Patricia (Charles) Lehman, of Westfield, Ind., Virginia Suever and Christine Suever, both of Indianapolis, and Debra (Donald) Dwight, of Austin, Texas; three sons, Glenn (Cathy) Suever, of Quincy, Mich., Douglas (Mary) Suever, of Warrenton, Ore., and Jeffery (Loralea) Suever, of Lake Worth, Fla.; a sister, Gertrude Baldauf, of Quincy, Mich.; two brothers, Leon (Luann) Kahle and James (Diane) Kahle, both of Kalida; and nine grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a son, Eugene; and four brothers and four sisters.

Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday at St. Charles Catholic Church, Coldwater, Mich. Father Dan Doctor offici-ated. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery, Quincy, Mich.

Arrrangements were handled by Eagle Funeral Home-George White Chapel, Quincy, Mich.Memorial contributions may be made to St. Charles Catholic School or the Quincy Library.

Condolences may be expressed at www.george whitefuneralhome.com.

OTTAWA

Patricia A. SchroederPatricia A. Schroeder, 73, died at 1:34 p.m. Jan. 30, 2012, at

St. Rita’s Medical Center.She was born Feb. 9, 1938, in Cuba, Ohio, to Alfred and

Mary Karhoff Verhoff, who preceded her in death. On Oct. 23, 1957, she married Eugene Schroeder, who survives in Ottawa.

Mrs. Schroeder was a home-maker and had worked at the Putnam County Sentinel

and Hawkeys Pharmacy, both in Ottawa. She was a member of SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Ottawa, and its Altar Rosary Society. She was a member of the Catholic Ladies of Columbia, New Cleveland. She was a very loving mother and grandmother.

Survivors also include five children, Rose (Steve) Krietemeyer, of Fort Jennings, Gordon (Debra) Schroeder, of New Bavaria, Karen (Kent) Niese, of Miller City, Kurt Schroeder, of Ottawa, and Nate (Rachel) Schroeder, of Pemberville; 13 grandchildren, Eric, Megan and Marissa Krietemeyer, Matthew and Andrew Huntsman, Bradley, Mark and Nicole Schroeder, Jared and Natasha Niese, Felicia Schroeder, and Abigail and Alivia Schroeder; a great-grand-child, Gage Krietemeyer; two sisters, Mary Ann Siebeneck, of New Cleveland, and Darlene Verhoff, of Chandler, Ariz.; and three brothers, Melvin (Kate) Verhoff, of Happy Jack, Ariz., and Gordon (Sharon) Verhoff and Leroy (Janet) Verhoff, both of Glandorf.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Dennis Verhoff.Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday at SS. Peter &

Paul Catholic Church, Ottawa. Father Matt Jozefiak offici-ated. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Arrangements were handled by Love Funeral Home, Ottawa, where a Scripture service will be held at 2:30 p.m. and CLC rosary service at 7:00 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society.

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COMMUNITY For people 55 and over, Hilty Memorial Home is the area’s premier living community. Enjoy an elegantly appointed campus with all the modern amenities! We offer: independent and assisted living, studio and one- or two- bedroom apartments.

419-384-3218 Since 1979

A Ministry of the Missionary Church

304 Hilty Dr., Pandora, OH

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419-384-3218A Ministry of the Missionary Church

304 Hilty Dr., Pandora, OH

∙ Boxed Valentines $1.50∙ Candy & Card Kits $3.00∙ Conversation Hearts $.99/bag∙ Sweetheart Lollipops $1.99/bag∙ Hershey Kisses $2.50/bag∙ Valentine M & M’s $2.50 (plain or peanut)

∙ Cellas Cherries $2.00∙ Giant Hershey Kiss $3.99∙ Stuffed Animals 25% off∙ Sweetheart Classroom Exchange Packs $1.99∙ Many Russell Stover Hearts to choose from

You’ll find that special gift for everyone on your list.

Hawkey’s Pharmacy & Gifts114 N. High St., Columbus Grove 419-659-2366

Gift Stores Hours:Mon.-Thurs. 9-9; Fri. & Sat. 9-6

Pharmacy Hours:Mon.-Thurs. 9-7; Fri. 9-6; Sat. 9-1

Valentine’s Day Feb. 14thShow your loved ones you care. Many unique gifts

∙ Conversation Hearts $1.00/bag

∙ Hershey Kisses $2.50/bag

∙ Cellas Cherries $2.00

∙ Many Russell Stover Hearts to choose from: $2 off 12 oz. everyday boxes

∙ Boxed Character Valentines $1.50

∙ Hershey Miniatures $2.99/bag

∙ Sour Cherry Jels $1.50/bag

∙ Stuffed Animals 20% off

Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9-7; Fri. 9-6; Sat. 9-2

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Many Unique Gifts For Your Special Someone.

Nine years ago, Miss Broecker’s first grade students started making maroon and gold necklaces with 100 beads in honor of the 100th day of school. This year, high school sophomores Alexis Decker, Kierstan Recker and Jarrod Stober, who still wear their special necklaces for spirit days, came to first grade to help celebrate the 100th day of school and talk about their 100th day of school long ago in 1C.

WENDIE SWARY photos • PutnamVoice

Pandora-Gilboa’s Alex Osborn fights for a rebound against Arcadia.

Pandora-Gilboa’s Morgan Gerdeman goes up for two against Kalida’s defense.

Ottawa-Glandorf Key Club members show off their best dance moves during last Satur-day’s Big Brothers/Big Sisters Bowlathon At Ottawa Highland Lanes.

NANCY KLINE photos • PutnamVoice

Bob Maher, Mary Jo Bockrath and Tom Zim-merman, from the Ottawa Kiwanis team, take part in a dance compeition during last Satur-day’s Putnam County Big Brothers-Big Sisters bowlathon in Ottawa.

• Submitted photo

‘Old-timers’ help first-graders celebrate 100th day of school

Area basketball

So you think you can dance

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Grand OpeningWeek of February 6th

We Buy: Steel • Aluminum • Copper and more Mon-Fri 8:00-4:30pm

Recycling For Our FutureContact: JOE PASION

7680 US Route 127 North | Van Wert, OH 45891 | 419-232-2034

First 100 customers get a free T-Shirt$10.00 per ton additional for all ferrous items

$.05 per lb. for all non ferrous items

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5.7 acres SOLD! 24.8 acresdense woods (1+ acre clearedfrontage) can be split in 2 par-cels. Kalida 419-393-4243.

FOR RENT 16 liberty st. Leip-sic, 45856. Call 419-523-3519

OTTAWA, 3 bedroom house,No pets, $495 + Deposit. 491 SWalnut. Call 419-456-3303

2 BEDROOM 1 bath apartmentin Ottawa, washer & dryer, air,garage. No pets. Call 419-538-6567

BLUFFTONSENIOR HOUSING

Now AcceptingSection 8 Applications(55 years and older)

For Efficiency& 1 B/R Apts.419-358-7795

Equal HousingOpportunity

ACCOUNTING

Bookkeeper/TaxPreparer

Immediate start. Send re-sume and compensation re-quirements to:

[email protected].

ADMINISTRATIVE

Clerical (First Shift):Seeking an energetic andadaptable individual for afull-time clerical position.Position would require com-puter /typing skills, phone,and filing experience. At-tention to detail a must,experience with shipping/trucks helpful. Must be self-motivated. The ideal can-didate must enjoy working ina fast-paced, challenging,manufacturing environmentand have exceptional verbalcommunication skills. Ex-cellent pay and benefitsin a drug-free/smoke-freeenvironment. Send resumeto Box # 1081 C/O TheLima News, 3515 Elida Rd,Lima, Ohio 45807

TRADES

MaintenanceTechnician

Ft. Recovery Equity isseeking skilled, full timeMaintenance Technicians towork in the Ft. Recoveryand St. Henry areas.Strong electrical, control,and mechanical skills arerequired.

∂ Paid Health Care Insur-ance for Employees∂ Paid Holidays and Vaca-tions∂ 401 K Program

Please send resumes andcover letters in confidenceto:

Ft. Recovery EquityHuman Resources

PO Box 307Ft. Recovery, OH 45846

Email: [email protected]

Fax: 419-375-4838

Ft. Recovery Equity is aleading producer of shelleggs.

EDUCATION

University ofNorthwestern Ohio

Adjunct Day Facultyin Lima, Ohio

Seeking adjunct facultymembers to teach duringthe day (anytime between8:00 am – 2:00 pm) in themarketing and businessadministration programs.Candidates must, at mini-mum, possess a master’sdegree in business ormarketing from a regionallyaccredited institution. Doc-toral degree candidateswill be given preference.Positions to begin spring(April) 2012 and beyond.

Submit resume and coverletter in one MSWord docu-ment to:

[email protected]

No phone calls please.EOE.

SALES

Kirby Risk Electrical Supplyis a growing multi-statecompany with a proud tra-dition of customer serviceexcellence. Our continuedgrowth has made a fulltime Sales position availablein Lima, OH. Previous ex-perience in the electricalindustry preferred. Strongcustomer contact skills andcommitment to qualityservice are needed.We offer a competitive sal-ary, benefits, and 401K.If you are interested injoining the Kirby Risk team,please apply online at:

http://kirbyrisk.myexacthire.com

Refer to job #01172 All applications are due by

February 8, 2012.Kirby Risk Corporation

All inquiries are confidential.Equal Opportunity Employer

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Saturday’s roundupColumbus Grove 52, Continental 44COLUMBUS GROVE — Columbus

Grove took down Continental on Sat-urday 52-44 in a Putnam County League boys basketball game.

Grove improved to 12-3 overall and 4-1 in the PCL. The Bulldogs forced 19 turnovers and committed just 8.

Wade Heffner and Jordan Travis each scored 12 points for Grove. Clay Bracken led all scorers with 17 points for Continental.

Fort Jennings 76, Allen East 70 (OT)LAFAYETTE — Despite a big per-

formance from Allen East’s James Richardson, Fort Jennings outscored its host 16-10 in overtime to grab the non-league win.

Kurt Warnecke scored 27 points for the Musketeers, Cody Warnecke had 18 points and Chad Recker had 15 points.

Miller City 53, McComb 44MILLER CITY — Ross Kaufman

scored 21 points and pulled down 9 rebounds for Miller City in the win. Brent Hermiller added 9 points for the Wildcats (11-6).Girls Basketball

Pandora-Gilboa 41, Kalida 36PANDORA — Pandora-Gilboa’s

defense allowed just 8 total points in the second and third quarters and went on to claim the PCL victory.

P-G shot 35 percent from the field to Kalida’s 25. The Rockets are 10-7 overall and 3-3 in the PCL while the Wildcats are 9-8, 2-3.

Megan Maag led all scorers with 17 points for P-G while Hunter Hermiller scored 7 points.

Alexis Wurth finished with 11 points and Summer Holtkamp scored 8 points.

Ottoville 57, Leipsic 45LEIPSIC — Abby Siefker struck for

17 points and Ottoville moved to 17-0 on the season. Megan Bendele had 9 points for the Big Green. Emily Gerten scored 19 points for Leipsic (10-7) and Molly Ellerbrock added 11 points.

Miller City 59, Wayne Trace 47MILLER CITY — Melissa Michel

turned in a huge day and Miller City zipped by Wayne Trace.

Michel scored 22 points, grabbed 10 boards and had 7 steals for the Wildcats. Jessica Nienberg scored 17 points for Miller City.

Continental 44, Paulding 30CONTINENTAL — Taylor William-

son’s 18 points led Continental (6-10) to the nonleague win while Vanessa Koppenhofer added 8 points.

Friday’s prep roundupColumbus Grove 69, Bluffton 40COLUMBUS GROVE — Grove

stormed out to a 20-10 lead after one quarter and made it 41-17 at halftime en route to the NWC victory.

Jordan Travis had 25 points and 3 steals for the Bulldogs (11-3, 5-1) while Wade Heffner had 12 points. Michael Donley scored 16 points for Bluffton (3-12, 2-4) and R.J. Stratton added 11 points.

Kalida 47, Ottoville 42OTTOVILLE — Austin Roebke

scored 11 points for Kalida in the PCL victory. Paul Utendorf tacked on 10 points for Kalida (9-5, 3-2). Derek Schimmoeller had 15 points for Otto-ville (3-12, 0-5) while Ryan Honigford scored 13 points.

Pandora-Gilboa 47, Arcadia 39PANDORA — Nathan Schutz and

Josh Breece each scored 12 points as eight P-G players scored in the Blanchard Valley Conference win.

The Rockets are 5-10 overall and 4-3 in the conference while Arcadia is 6-8, 2-5.

Leipsic 91, Hardin Northern 30DOLA — Devin Mangas scored 17

points for the Vikings in the BVC vic-

tory. Zach Kuhlman had 16 points for Leipsic (13-1, 6-0) and Ty Maag had 12 points.

Thursday’s prep roundupOttawa-Glandorf 51, Elida 44Elissa Ellerbrock scored 11 points

for the Titans in their win. For Elida, Torie McAdams had 16 points and Ashley Lowry scored 10.

Arcadia 51, Pandora-Gilboa 44Miranda Palmer scored 17 points

and Molly Glick had 15 points for Arcadia (15-2, 7-1 BVC). Keri Conine’s 11 points led Pandora-Gilboa (9-7, 5-3 BVC).

Leipsic 53, Hardin Northern 38Emily Gerten led Leipsic with 16

points and Molly Hipsher scored 15 for Hardin Northern.

Columbus Grove 48, Bluffton 41Anna Ricker (15 points) and Sydney

McCluer (11 points) led the scoring for Columbus Grove. Sierra Amstutz had 15 points for Bluffton.

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500 EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT BUSINESS & SERVICE

DIRECTORY 600 GENERAL CONTRACTING

700 MERCHANDISE MERCHANDISE

800 TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION

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800 TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION

TRUCKS

BANKING

PART-TIMECUSTOMER

SERVICEREPRESENTATIVE

The State Bank and TrustCompany has a wonderfulopportunity in our Lima Of-fice for a Part-Time Custom-er Service Representative.(Working 22 hours a week)We are looking for an outgo-ing, team player to supportthe retail department by pro-viding direct sales and serv-ice to customers. If you arethe candidate we seek, ap-ply online at: www.thebank-sbt.com.

Applications also availableat any State Bank locationand can be may be mailedto: PT CSR, c/o Human Re-sources, The State Bankand Trust Company, P.O.Box 467, Defiance, OH43512 or faxed to: 419-782-7063 or emailed to:[email protected].

EEO/M/F/D/V

GENERAL

Local heavy and under-ground construction compa-ny looking for an Experi-enced Laborer for local andout of state jobs with over-night stays. 3 years experi-ence and drivers license re-quired, CDL preferred. Drugfree workplace and EOESend Reply to:

Box # 1075C/O The Lima News,

3515 Elida Rd,Lima, Ohio 45807

DRIVERS

$2500 SIGN-ONBONUS

∂ Hiring Solo and TeamDrivers∂ Great BenefitsPackage∂ Excellent Home Time∂ CDL-A Required∂ Students Welcome

888-471-7081www.superservicellc.com

GENERAL

SECURITYOFFICERS

Securitas SecurityServices USA is cur-rently hiring professionalindividuals who are en-ergetic and enthusiasticwith a desire to succeed,for Part time security of-ficer positions in theLima, Ohio area. Previ-ous security or militaryexperience is preferredbut not required. Interest-ed applicants must beavailable to work anyday any shift. Securitasoffers Medical, Dentaland Vision, 401K, FreeUniforms, and Life Insur-ance. You can now ap-ply online at:www.securitasjobs.com.Please select theToledo-TheWestgateBuilding tab for opportu-nities.

EOE AA M/F/D/V

DRIVERS

Allied Waste Services ishiring qualified Driversto provide waste remov-al services. Valid ClassA or B CDL withairbrakes endorsementand the ability to continu-ously lift/carry up to 75pounds required, experi-ence preferred. We offera competitive salary andbenefits package includ-ing major medical cover-age, supplemental insur-ance programs, retire-ment benefits, and paidvacation and holidays.Apply in person at AlliedWaste Services officelocated at 956 S. Broad-way Ave., Lima. Applica-tions accepted Mondaythrough Friday from 7am– 4pm through TuesdayFebruary 14. Must passa physical exam, pre-employment drug testand reference check.

EOE M/F/D/V

DRIVERS

Pohl Transportationhas a NEW

Sign On Bonus!

$3,000!Call 1-800-672-8498 for

more info or visit:www.pohltransportation.com

∂ Up to 39 cents/mile withPerformance Bonus∂ 1 year OTR – CDL A∂ Pay thru home on week-ends

DRIVERS

DRIVERS-Owner Operators

Midwest/South Only!Regional is our ComfortZone∂Home time? You call it!∂Mileage or Percentage∂Automatic Detention Pay∂Base Plate Program∂Dry Van/No touch∂No Escrow Required∂Deep fuel discounts

Old School Know How+ Todays Technology =

Profit and SafetyCall or visit site for details

or apply1-888-446-4642

www.transcorr.com

DRIVERS

DRIVERS WANTEDJOHNSRUD TRANSPORT,a Food Grade Liquid carri-er, is looking for Class ACDL tank drivers from theLima area for regional work.Home Flexible weekends.5 years driving experiencerequired. Will train for tank.Great Pay & Benefit pack-age. For further info, callJane @ 1-888-200-5067

DRIVER

SEASON DRIVERNEEDED

CDL Hazmat and clean driv-ing record required. Call419-225-5279 between thehours of 8:00 am and4:00 pm Monday thruFriday.

DRIVERS

Local trucking company ac-cepting applications for fulland part-time driving posi-tions.Drivers will need or beable to get tank and hazmatendorsement. Two year driv-ing experience withacceptable MVR. Goodhome time, above industryaverage pay with companybenefits. Call 419-221-1600

DRIVERS

MIDWESTLOGISTICS

IMMEDIATEPOSITIONS FOR:

Full and Part-Time Driversand Canada Routes Dedicat-ed Routes / Home Daily.Full Benefits Including:401K, Medical, Dental andVision. CDL Class A Re-quired. 2 Years Experience.Fast Card a Plus. GoodMVR. Call 419-222-9193 Ext 1

EDUCATIONAL

OPEN ADJUNCT POSITIONS to TEACHwithin the BACHELOR

PROGRAMS

RVT with Bachelors or DVMwith 3 years experience.

**Masters in Biology.RMA/CMA with associate’s

degree with 3 yearsexperience.

**MHA or MBA inHealthcare.

**Masters Degree within theJustice system.

**JDCST with 3 years

experience.COTA with a Bachelor’sdegree or OTR/L and 3

years experience.**MBA

**Masters in IT/ISNo Online positions

available.Send cover letter, resumeand three professionalreferences to:

Sara Evans, MHA. CMABrown Mackie College-

Findlay1700 Fostoria Avenue

Suite 100Findlay, Ohio 45840

[email protected]

EDUCATIONAL

Teacher needed for LimaSenior Multiple

Intelligences High School.

Applicant must hold a cur-rent Intervention Specialistteaching license issued bythe Ohio Department of Edu-cation to teach in grades 9-12.

Braille Paraprofessionalneeded for WestMiddle School.

Applicant must hold a cur-rent Educational Aide(ESEA qualified) Permit issued by the OhioDepartment of Education.Knowledge of Braillerequired and familiarity with"JAWS" software.

Deadline to apply isFriday, February 10, 2012.Complete application on-lineat: limacityschools.orgor mail resumes to:

Lima City SchoolsJill Ackerman, Assistant

SuperintendentPO Box 2000

Lima, Ohio 45802The Lima City School

District is an equal opportunity employer

FINANCIAL

FINANCE DIRECTOR

Baton Rouge Health Serv-ices Community, a divisionof Plus Management Serv-ices, Inc., has an openingfor a Senior Finance Direc-tor with financial manage-ment experience. Healthcare setting preferred.Qualified persons shouldhave a Bachelors Degree inAccounting or AssociatesDegree in accounting with3+ years experience. Salaryand benefits negotiable.Interested persons shouldsend resumes to:

Baton Rouge Health Services Community

C/o Plus Management Services, Inc.

Attn: HR Director2262 Baton Rouge Avenue

Lima, Ohio 45805Fax (419) 221-1125

[email protected]

FINANCIAL

Full TimeNew Accounts Rep/

Loan Assistant

The Union Bank Company,a locally owned communitybank, committed to provid-ing personal customerservice and quality prod-ucts, currently has a full-time New Accounts Repre-sentative /Loan Assistantposition open at theBellefontaine Avenue loca-tion in Lima. This positionis responsible for depositaccount generation, loanassistance and teller trans-actions. If you would liketo be a part of a growingcompany and you have theright qualifications, wewould like to hear fromyou. Candidates must havegood mathematical andcommunication skills as wellas excellent customer rela-tion skills. The bank is anEqual Employment Opportu-nity Employer. Please sendyour resume and salaryrequirements to:

The Union BankCompanyP.O. Box 67

Columbus Grove, OH45830

Attn: Human ResourceManager (NALA).

GENERAL

Accounting &HR Assistant

Local TV station is lookingfor a qualified individual toperform Accounting & Hu-man Resources duties. Po-sition requires proficiency inMicrosoft Office products aswell as good interpersonalskills. Prior experience in abroadcasting environment isa plus.

Please mail resume and sal-ary requirements to:

Accounting PositionLima Communications Corp.

1424 Rice Ave, Lima, OH45805 or email :

[email protected] Employer

GENERAL

Local Heavy Duty Truck &Trailer business is expand-ing and looking for a hardworking

CounterParts/Warehouse

Person in Lima Branch. Send re-sume and salary require-ments to:

E & R Trailer Sales andService, Inc.

20186 Lincoln HighwayMiddle Point, OH 45863

Attention:GregNo Phone Calls

GENERAL

Lot CoordinatorKoenig Equipment

Anna OH

Duties include keeping theequipment lot organized, sta-bilizing used trade-in equip-ment according to standardsand completing a final wash

and detail on all trade-inequipment on which servicework has been completed.Desired qualities include aneye for detail, time manage-

ment skills, ability to workwith a team and the ability

to move large Ag equipmentin a safe manner. For moreinformation on the position,to view a job description, or

to submit a resume, visitkoenigequipment.com/

contact/careers

GENERAL

PRODUCTIONPOSITIONS

100 Openings

Need transportation? Wehave you covered. PyramidStaffing is currently accept-

ing applications for the cook-ie factory. Transportation isavailable for all three shifts

All shifts are available.$8.50 per hour with a $.20differential for second andthird shift. Long term posi-

tions. If you worked there be-fore, you can call the Impact

office and check onrehireability and scheduling.

We will be taking applica-tions from 11am to 3pm.Monday thru Friday at:

116 N. West St..

HEALTHCARE

AUTUMN COURTNURSING FACILITY

NURSINGCAREER FAIRThursday, February 9

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

219 South Oak St.Ottawa Ohio

Join our Team...of Dedicated, Responsive,Compassionate professio-nals who Perform at thehighest level to meet and ex-ceed the needs of our resi-dents.

We will be conductingonsite interviews andtours of the facility.Opportunities are avail-able for experiencedRN, STNA, LPN andHousekeeping/ Laun-dry for Full-Time, Part-Time and PRN on allshifts.

If you are unable to attendour event, please call usat 419-523-4370, fax yourresume to 419-523-3367,apply in person at 1925 E.4th St, Ottawa, Ohio 45875or send your resume to [email protected]

Please join us for refresh-ments and door prizes!

HEALTHCARE

FULL Time Scheduling/Pre-certification personnel need-ed for specialist’s office.Sound organizational andcommunication skills areneeded. Computer knowl-edge and medical experi-ence are necessary. Bene-fits available.

Send Reply to Box #1080C/O The Lima News,

3515 Elida Rd,Lima, Ohio 45807

HEALTHCARE

IN HOUSE THERAPY OPENINGS

Baton Rouge Health Serv-ices Community, a divisionof Plus Management Serv-ices, Inc., has openings forPhysical Therapists, Occu-pational Therapists, COTA’sPTA’S and Speech Thera-pists to staff their in HouseTherapy Department. FullTime,Part Time and PRN positions available. Salaryand benefits negotiable.Interested persons shouldsend resumes to:

Baton Rouge HealthServices Community

C/o Plus Management Services, Inc.

Attn: HR Director2262 Baton Rouge Avenue

Lima, Ohio 45805Fax (419) 221-1125

[email protected]

HEALTHCARE

PART TIME STNAState Tested Nursing As-sistants are needed parttime 1st and 2nd shift forthe direct care of residents.Apply at Lima ConvalescentHome, 1650 AllentownRoad, Lima, Ohio 45805

INDUSTRIAL

CNC and ENGINE LATHEand MILLING MACHINE

OPERATORS

CNC Programming preferred. Full or Part timeemployment. Competitivewages and benefits. LocalManufacturing Company.Send resume to:

PO Box 1202Lima, Ohio 45802

LOGISTICS

FLEET MANAGERLocal company has animmediate opening for aFleet Manager at its Lima,Ohio location. Responsibili-ties will include: dispatchingprivate fleet and brokercarriers with inbound andoutbound materials, super-vising drivers and ensuringschedules meet customerrequirements, negotiatingrates, scheduling andtracking equipment.

Qualified candidate musthave strong computer, or-ganization, negotiation, com-munication skills and knowl-edge of State and FederalDOT regulations. Flexiblework schedule with week-end work required. Bache-lor’s degree preferred.

The company offers a com-petitive compensation andfull benefit package includ-ing: medical and dental,401(k) with match and profitsharing. Please send re-sume and salary history to:

Fleet ManagerP.O. Box 5248

Lima, OH 45802

INDUSTRIAL

MAINTENANCETECHNICIAN

Kalida Manufacturing, Inc.,a quality oriented manu-facturer of stamped andwelded auto parts, locatedin Kalida, Ohio has an im-mediate openings in Mainte-nance Weld and StampingMaintenance Departments.

The qualified candidate forthe Maintenance Welddepartment will have 2years experience in electri-cal /electronics and a work-ing knowledge of PLC’s,pneumatic and hydraulicsystems. Will troubleshoot;maintain production stationsand equipment and mainte-nance records. Must havethe ability to analyze andsolve equipment problems.

The qualified candidate forthe Stamping Maintenancedepartment will have 2years plus experience instamping maintenance forTransfer Press/ProgressivePress operations and re-pairs. (Multiple tonnagepresses up to 2500 ton).Must be experienced inhydraulics, pneumatics, andelectrical, knowledge of PLC(program logic controller)programming and trouble-shooting, Allen Bradley ex-perience a plus. Must beable to read and understandmechanical and electricaldrawings. Must have theability to analyze and solveequipment problems. Tech-nical degree is encour-aged.

KMI offers a very attractivebenefit program, competitivewage and team orientedmanufacturing environment.Qualified candidates shouldsend a resume, includingsalary history to:

KalidaManufacturing Inc.Att: Maintenance

RecruitmentP.O. Box 390

Kalida, OH 45853

KMI is an Equal OpportunityEmployer

IT SERVICES

TECHNOLOGYCOORDINATOR

Ottawa-Glandorf LocalSchool District is seekinga qualified Technology Co-ordinator to lead the tech-nology functions of theDistrict. Applicant musthave the ability to develop,maintain, and implement theDistrict’s technology plan,possess a strong, practicalunderstanding of personalcomputer hardware andsoftware, data and voicenetworking, and other areasof information technology.Previous IT experience, ITcertification and educationis desirable. Interestedapplicants may submit aletter of application andresume by February 24,2012 to:

Kevin Brinkman,Supt. of Schools630 Glendale AveOttawa, OH 45875

[email protected]

I.T. SERVICES

VoIP EngineerMust have experience withasterisk based phone sys-tems, working Linux knowl-edge, understanding of re-verse proxy, and be able todiagnose SIP packets.

Customer ServiceRep/Trainer

Detail oriented person whocan clearly describe anddocument technical relatedthoughts in person or overthe phone. Must have anexcellent phone personality.

Email resumes [email protected]

PROFESSIONAL

CASE MANAGERThe W.O.R.T.H. Center, aCommunity based Correc-tional Facility is seeking afull time Case Manager. ABA/BS in Social work or re-lated field is required and li-censure in Social Work oraddition services is addition-ally required. Experience inworking with felony offend-ers helpful.

Apply in person at: 243 E. Bluelick Road,

Lima Ohioor applications can be ob-tained at:www.worthcenter.net

Deadline is MondayFebruary 13, 2012

at 4:00 pm.The Worth Center is anEqual Opportunity Employ-ment Facility and does NotDiscriminate on the basis ofRace, Color, Religion, Sexor National Origin.

Professional

Migrant Seasonal HeadStart agency seeking candi-dates for Family Service Ad-vocate, Infant/ToddlerTeacher and PreschoolTeacher at our Pandora,Ohio centers:

Visit www.tmccentral.orgor call 800-422-2805 for alist of positions by center.Cover Letter, Resume andOfficial Copy of Transcriptscan be emailed to:

[email protected]

or mailed to:TMC Ohio

C/O Human Resources601 North Stone StreetFremont, Ohio 43420

EEOE

SALES

40-60 Thousand per year!We offer 3 day work week.Company provided qualifiedcustomers. Fun, positivework environment. Ability towright your own paycheck.If you are a true commissionsales person, you can do nobetter. Call Shawn at 419-738-5000

SALES

SALES PEOPLE NEEDED

Local small automobile deal-ership seeks experiencesales people. Must havestrong work ethic, integrity,honesty and wok history.Ideal candidate will possessthe following skills:

Organizational skills.Success in working

with customers as wellas employees.

Excellent verbal and writtencommunication skills.

Demonstrate businessacumen and well rounded

knowledge of cardealership business.

Auto sales not necessary Send Reply to:

Box # 5049 C/O The Lima News,

3515 Elida Rd, Lima, Ohio 45807

SALES

SALESPOSITION

This is a rare opportunity towork for a well establishedtechnology company basedin NW Ohio. We have beengrowing continually for thepast 8 years and are lookingto build upon our strongsales team. Our main targetis the Hospitality Industry.We have a large footprintof customers throughoutthe US as well as interna-tionally. To be considered,you will need to have astrong sales backgroundcombined with a goodworking knowledge of gen-eral Technology Informationsuch as, but not limitedto: Windows, MAC, andhand held devices includingtablets and iPads. Overviewknowledge of WiFi technol-ogy along with the abilityto sell WiFi products andservices is a must. Takethis opportunity to earn acompetitive base salary &commission package bysending your resume to:

PO Box 294Ada, Ohio 45810

SALES

SALES POSITIONWith over 80 years in busi-ness, our company is look-ing to hire full and part-timepositions. Candidates musthave reliable transportation.We provide leads to workfrom in the Lima area. Ourcommission package offersyou a HIGH incomepotential in a recession-proof industry with flexiblehours. To arrange apersonal interview, con-tact Joe at 419-224-0096from 10:am, to 4:pm.Monday-Friday

TRADES

AUTO / TRUCKMECHANIC

MUST HAVE EXPERI-ENCE! Must have your owntools. Prefer ASE certifiedbut all considered. Must beknowledgeable in drive abili-ty issues, diagnostics andelectrical. We also sell andservice medium duty trucks,so diesel experience a bigplus. Wages depend on ex-perience and capability. Sal-ary plus flat rate,$40,000++per year, negotia-ble. I am also looking for aworking shop manger if youare the right applicant. Ap-ply in person or fax re-sume to: 419-673-1266 or emailresume to:[email protected].

Rick’s Auto Sales920 W. Lima StreetKenton, Ohio 43326

419-673-1717

#1 29 Ga. MetalSiding & Roofing

Only $2.15 / linear footor $67.90 / square

Ridge, Screws, J-Channel,Corners. Other Trims available.Insulation: Fiberglass rolls, Sin-gle bubble & Blown Insulation.

Contractor & Lumber Yarddiscounts available.

$$$ MFR DIRECT - SAVE $$$501 METALS

Call Today!!! 419-657-2510

STAINLESS STEEL Cookstove. Really nice. $500. Call419-296-8614 or 419-788-8880

TOTAL GYMLike new, in great condition.Asking $600. Call 419-532-3856

CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES 8weeks old. 3 males. Call 419-286-2511

2004 CHEVROLET Tracker,V6, 4 door, 74,420 miles. Silvercolor, excellent condition.$5,950. Call 419-568-1173

2001 FORD 150 Crew cab 4x4,auto, nice, red truck, new tiresand Nerf bars. $8,600. Call419-905-5385

2003 FORD RANGERentended cab, 4X4, 4 liter, V-6,107,000 miles, $7,500. Or bestofffer. Call 419-230-0678

Part-Time Respiratory Therapist

Institutional Care Pharmacy is a rapidly growing JCAHO accredited provider, serving the needs of long term care residents. ICP is seeking a motivated professional Respiratory Therapist to practice in the long-term care setting.

Responsibilities include a full range of respiratory care with daily travel. A company vehicle and expenses are provided. A qualified candidate must be licensed to practice in the State of Ohio, have experience in long term care, with ventilator experience a plus. The position is 20 hours per week and includes a weekly on-call rotation. ICP is an equal opportunity employer. Please send resumes to ICP, Human Resources, 1815 W. Co. Rd. 54, Tiffin, Ohio 44883 or email to [email protected]

Gordon Trucking, Inc.Is now accepting applications for dedicatedruns. Must live near Lima or Findlay, OH.

Get home daily!Experienced Class A CDL Holders

$1,000 sign on bonusFull benefits, 401k

Call Bret Today!317-835-1767

PROCESS OPERATOR TRAINEESEstablished in 1886, the Husky Energy Lima Refinery has a throughput capacity of 160,000 barrels of crude oil a day. The refinery produces approximately 2 billion gallons of refined petroleum products annually, including approximately 25 percent of the gasoline consumed in the state of Ohio.

Acquired by Husky in July 2007, the Lima Refinery represents a significant step in Husky’s ongoing strategy to expand downstream business and support the objectives of a fully-integrated energy and energy-related company. The Lima Refining Company is looking for a Process Operator Trainees.

We are actively looking for mechanically inclined and highly motivated individuals with the ability to work a rotating 12-hour shift, including weekends and holidays. Job tasks are physically challenging and involve year-round outdoor work in all types of weather conditions. Successful candidates must have a valid driver’s license and achieved a high school diploma or GED. Preference will be given to individuals who possess one or more years of direct experience working as a process operator or technician in a refinery, chemical, nuclear, wastewater treatment or pharmaceutical industry; associates degree or technical certification in Process Technology or completion of chemical operator course; applicable military certifications; record of formal emergency response training within the last 24 months; or Stationary Steam Engineers license from the State of Ohio.

To view a complete job description and to apply for these positions, please visit our website at www.huskyenergy.com. If you need assistance applying online, please visit Allen County Center for Employment and Training (ACCENT) located at 1501 S. Dixie Highway, Lima, Ohio or your local One Stop. These positions will remain posted until February 20, 2011.

The Lima Refining Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the ideas, perspective, and contributions of our diverse workforce.

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