58 Years Serving Our Loyal Readers Since 1961 [email protected] 02.13.20 • 50¢ per copy Pollworker training session date approaching The Richland County Board of Elections Most new poll workers are considered needs additional poll workers for the March substitute pollworkers. They will be assigned 17 Primary Election. Many of the regular in case of a vacancy in a precinct polling workers are “snowbirds” who are in place. The board tries to place workers as warmer climate areas for the winter months. near as possible to their home area, but The board has scheduled a class for new sometimes it’s necessary to ask them to precinct election officials (poll workers) for travel to another part of the county. Wednesday, Feb. 26, at 6 pm at the Each polling precinct is staffed by one Longview Center, 1495 W. Longview Ave., Precinct Election Official - Presiding Judge Mansfield, in the upper level classroom. (PEO-PJ), who is considered to be the lead Those participating should enter through poll worker, one Precinct Election Official - the front entrance from the main front Presiding Assistant (PEO-PA) who must parking area, the classroom will be on the accompany the PJ back to the office with right, past the elevators. The class will the equipment and ballots after the polls consist of an overview of the electoral close, and two Precinct Election Officials- process and should last approximately two Clerks (PEO-Clerk). Vote centers, which and a half hours. A brief presentation will are polling places with more than one be included to demonstrate how to set up precinct, will also have a Voting Location the voting equipment. Attendees will re- Manager (VLM) to oversee the entire loca- ceive $25 with their first check for working tion. Usually the more experienced HOSPICE OF NORTH CENTRAL OHIO the polls and attending this class. workers are assigned as a VLM or PJ. An received a donation from Richland Correctional Additionally, the new workers will be equal number of poll workers from each Institution. Displaying the blankets donated are Ciani Bishop, Danielle Sutton and required to attend a station training class party must be assigned to each precinct. Kristen Morrison. in this same classroom, which will offer VLMs are paid $175; PJs, $165; PA, hands-on experience for each facet of the $140; and Clerks $130; plus their training voting process. Persons who attend will be compensation. No taxes, social security, or compensated $15 with their check for other deductions are taken out of these Blankets donated to Hospice working the polls, issued after the election. checks. Contact the BOE office at 419-774- Richland Correctional Institution has do- Shannon Ochoa, AP4 stated “The The class times and dates will be distributed 5530 to sign up for the class, or to ask any nated nine blankets to Hospice of North Women in Corrections received a donation at the poll worker class. questions. CentralOhio from a special program it has of bassinet like covers that were left over started with left over fabric. The institution from a previous project. They decided to members thought it would be great to pro- take them apart and make them into quilt vide comfort to Hospice patients. like lap blankets. Not only do these men Red Cross plans bloodmobiles “We have received cards for patients get to feel empowered by using their cre- Patients fighting cancer need more Career & Tech Center, 27 Ryan Rd., Shelby from this program for over a year now as ativity but they also get community blood than patients fighting any other dis- Sunday, Feb. 16, 11 am to 4 pm, well. We are very pleased with the con- service credits for donating to a 501c3, ease, using nearly one-quarter of the na- Richland Mall RSMO, 2209 Richland Mall, nections we have with them in the com- that can help them pay off their fines, or tion’s blood supply. That’s why this Ontario munity.” Said Danielle Sutton, volunteer even support them in getting time off of February, the American Red Cross and the Monday, Feb. 17, noon to 5 pm, coordinator. their sentences.” American Cancer Society have teamed up OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital, 335 Hospice of North Central Ohio serves to encourage people across the country to Glessner Ave., Mansfield more than 200 patients daily in Ashland, Give Blood to Give Time, ensuring loved Tuesday, Feb. 18, noon to 6 pm, Saint Crawford, Huron, Knox, Morrow and ones have the strength and support to Paul Lutheran Church, 48 Church St., Richland counties who are living with battle cancer. Bellville chronic and terminal illnesses. Additionally, To schedule a blood or platelet donation Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2–7 pm, Planktown free continuous bereavement services are appointment or to make a financial gift, Country Market, 1921 Free Rd., Shiloh; provided for hundreds of families of visit GiveBloodToGiveTime.org. and 1–7 pm, Richland Mall RSMO, 2209 hospice patients and to anyone in the Richland County bloodmobile locations Richland Mall, Ontario community experiencing grief. Call 800- will be held: Wednesday, Feb 26, 1–7 pm, Richland 8 08805 93451 9 952-2207 for more information. Friday, Feb. 14, 8 am to 2 pm, Pioneer Mall RSMO, 2209 Richland Mall, Ontario 2 Thursday, February 13, 2020 Tribune-Courier

Military News

U.S. Marine, Private Jashawn Au, grad- U.S. Navy Seaman Caitlyn Zeigler grad- By Ian Stumbo earns its R rating which is nice because uated from bootcamp at Parris Island, uated from bootcamp in Great Lakes, the character of Harley Quinn is certainly South Carolina on Jan. 3. Illinois on Oct. 11. Birds of Prey is the latest film in the DC not PG rated so it’s nice the studio let them universe that has really had its ups and The Marine completed The Seaman completed go down the path the whole way. The an intensive 13 week an intensive eight week downs with a new Batman (Robert action scenes are definitely the highlight Pattinson) coming in and great movies like program that focused on program that ended with including one in a jail with the sprinklers the core values of being a battle stations which test- Wonder Woman to not so great movies like on and one near the end in a funhouse. Justice League. This movie is a continuation Marine: honor, courage, ed knowledge learned, The movie is not perfect, it could have and commitment. It also such as firefighting, phys- of Suicide Squad of sorts featuring the had a bit more character development with character of Harley Quinn after her breakup included a 54 hour cru- ical fitness, and basic sea- Black Canary especially as most of the be- cible, which contains out- manship knowledge and with the Joker. ginning part shows Harley in sadness over Margot Robbie returns and nails the role door survival skills, as well as sleep and war fighting skills. Seaman are also her breakup. It also could have delved food deprivation. taught the Navy core values of honor, of Harley Quinn, making the classic villain more into its villain as McGregor really hers and truly becoming this character. Upon graduation from boot camp, every courage, and commitment. does good work with this role but the Marine is considered a rifleman, and On Jan. 15, Seaman Zeigler graduated After her breakup, there is no one around movie is based around Quinn’s character to protect her so all of her enemies track Private Au scored Sharpshooter. from Quartermaster A school as a distin- so it’s expected to concentrate more on her. Private Au is the son of Kristy Au and guished honor graduate. She is the her down including the crime boss known Birds of Prey is a fun movie with more as Black Mask (a terrific Ewan McGregor). Dearco Jones and brother of Amariauna daughter of Christy and Michael Zeigler great work from Margot Robbie who has Stoudmire. He is a 2019 graduate of and sister of Justin Zeigler and Lauren Quinn makes some new friends along the become such a great actress the past few way including Huntress, Black Canary and Madison Comprehensive High School. Zeigler. She is a 2019 graduate of Madison years. With good action, genuine laughs ★ Comprehensive High School. a Gotham City detective (Rosie Perez) to and another unique look at Gotham City, take down Black Mask and become the Birds of Prey is the definition of a popcorn Birds of Prey as they track down a flick. ★★★/★★★★ priceless diamond. Look for The Entertainment Examiner’s Madison board approves employments Birds of Prey is a fun action movie and video posts on YouTube. By Bud Motter school special ed aide and Rachel Kastran was hired as a bus driver. Unpaid medical A Madison Local School District School Board meeting was held Jan. 29, at leave from Nov. 1 to Feb. 12, was granted to Madison Middle School. Amy Walker gave Laura Green, head cook at the high school. the legislative report followed by the Superintendent John Thomas proclaimed Athletic Board of Controls from Doug School Board Recognition Month and Mosier and facilities report from Steve passed out awards. The firm of Tarowsky Crist. Jane McGinty then gave the student & Pier, co., LPA, was chosen for legal serv- achievement report. ices on an as-needed basis for the calendar Pending the approval of background year 2020 and cell phone allowance was checks, the following supplemental con- granted for employees. tracts were approved: Bill Roth, assistant An overnight trip March 5–7, for selected varsity track coach; Judy Conner, assistant middle school choir members to attend the varsity softball coach; William Harper, as- ACDA Central/North Central Middle Level sistant varsity softball coach; and Nate Honor’s Choir Conference in Milwaukee, Taylor, head varsity baseball coach. WI, was approved at no cost to the board. The board approved volunteers for the An overnight trip was also given approval 2019–’20 school year including Ian Harter, for Jan. 20–25, for student Clayton wrestling; Rob Siwek, baseball; and Justin Stankovich and advisor Karen VanStein to Klupp, baseball. Substitute teachers ap- attend the SkillUSA Regional Office Training proved were Elany Brown, Mary Griffith Institute in Washington D.C. and Cassandra Huvler and classified per- Membership was also approved for the T-C Staff/Bud Motter sonnel approved were Stacy Foote, cafeteria; Ohio High School Athletic Association for MADISON BUS DRIVER Jenny Jones was recognized during the Madison board John Craft, custodian; Richele Garand, cus- the 2020–’21 school year. meeting on Jan. 29. On Dec. 18, as Madison bus driver Jenny Jones was driving her todian; and Rhonda Shindelecker, cafeteria. The board approved a resolution oppos- route on a snowy 20 degree day, she noticed a young child who had no shoes or coat. A resignation was accepted from Samantha ing the State of Ohio Ed Choice Scholarship She immediately called to ask permission to put him on the bus and out of the cold. The Hall, 2-hour cook, for personal reasons. (Voucher). Two buses will be purchased Richland County Sheriff’s Office was called and the eight-year old boy who has Autism Pending background checks, Michelle from Cardinal Bus Sales and Service for a was later united with his mom, who thought he was still asleep in bed. An EMS Windsor was hired as a 4-hour middle total price of $185,536 including trade-in. transported the child to Ohio Health Hospital. Transportation supervisor Mike Yost said, “I am extremely proud of Jenny for being observant and doing what she did to help a child in need.” Pictured is Jenny Jones and transportation supervisor Mike Yost. The Story of Buster Vol. 59 No. 19 Tribune-Courier By Bob Carter that he had a decent burial in the AND Madison Tribune Buster was very well liked as he Lexington Cemetery. He even provided a small highly polished granite headstone Richland County’s Only Locally-Owned Weekly Newspaper • Established 1961 walked the streets of Lexington. Everybody knew him and he must have to adorn his gravesite that only contained one word “Buster.” Serving Ontario, Lexington and Madison Communities in Madison, Mifflin, Springfield, Troy and Washington Townships brought them a warm feeling as they met him throughout the village. Some That generated a bit of controversy PO Box 127, Ontario, Ohio 44862-0127 • 347 Allen Dr. • Phone & Fax 419-529-2847 may have stopped and talked to him. around town. You see Buster was a dog, [email protected] • tribune-courier.com • © All Rights Reserved Buster was very friendly and handsome a Saint Bernard, Bill Cockely’s best (USPS 640220) is published by Stumbo Publishing Co., Inc., 347 Allen Dr., Ontario, Ohio 44906, and distributed from 347 Allen to boot. friend. Some people were annoyed and Dr., Ontario, Ohio 44906. Price per issue: 50 cents. Mail subscription rate: one year $28. Advertisers should check their ad immediately after receiving mailed copy. The Tribune-Courier is not liable for failure to publish an ad or for a typographical error His special friend was W.W. Cockley wondered what was next — a pet goat, a or errors in publication, except that adjustment for Tribune-Courier errors is limited to the cost of that portion of the ad wherein who was a prominent businessman and favorite horse? The cemetery was for the error occurred. Marc A. Stumbo, publisher; Frank A. Stumbo, president/CEO (1961-2018); Betty E. Stumbo, co-publisher owner of the general store and grain people only. (1961–2017); Jenna M. Wolford, managing editor, general manager and feature/travel writer; Teresa Vore, office manager; Kim J. Knapp, marketing manager; Bud Motter, photo journalist; Jim Warne, sports editor, John J. Kirschenheiter, editor (1961– mill. The two were often seen together So today when you visit the final rest- 2008), Linda Fulmer, columnist (2005–2014). Periodical postage paid at Mansfield, Ohio. POSTMASTER: Send address around town. ing place of thousands of men, women changes to: TRIBUNE-COURIER, P.O. Box 127, Ontario, Ohio 44862-0127. By-lined stories are opinions of the writers and do Alas, in a moment of carelessness, and children, remember Buster is there not necessarily reflect the position of this newspaper. beloved Buster was hit and killed by a too. You won’t find a tombstone due to We recycle all unsold copies of the Tribune-Courier and encourage our readers to save or recycle their copies. train. His grieving best friend saw to it the fact that a vandal stole it. Tribune-Courier Thursday, February 13, 2020 3

Community Calendar News Briefs ★ Catholic Charities is seeking exhibitors At the event, there will be a silent The Mental Health & Recovery Services for the 10th Annual Consumer Resource auction, raffle and live music by Acoustic Board of Richland County will hold its TOPS #425 meets every Wednesday at Fair, Saturday, March 7, at the Richland Edge. monthly Board meeting on, Feb. 18, at 9:15 am at Ontario Senior Center, 3777 Mall, Ontario. ★ 5:30 pm at 87 E. First St., Mansfield. For Park Avenue West, Ontario. ★ The resource fair hosted by Catholic The Silver Meals at Ontario United additional information call the board of- Charities will be from 11 am to 2 pm as Methodist Church, 3540 Park Avenue fice at 419-774-5811. Lexington Area Senior Citizens Inc. ★ part of National Consumer Protection West, are held the first Wednesday of each meets the third Wednesday of each month at noon. There is a five dollar dona- The Richland Soil and Water Week. Participating organizations will pro- month (except December) at 11:30 at vide free information on managing money tion requested. These meals are for anyone Conservation District Board of Der Dutchman Restaurant, Rt. 97. retired in the community. The meal Supervisors meets at 5 pm the third ★ and debt, protecting personal identification, wellness and avoiding identify theft and includes dessert and coffee. Thursday of every month in Suite 205B of Richland County Tornado sirens are Meals include March 4, beef stew, salad; the Richland County Longview Center, tested county-wide on the last scams. Registration for an exhibit space is free. Only 30 spaces are available, and the April 1, ham loaves, cheesy potatoes, 1495 W. Longview Ave., Mansfield. The Wednesday of each month at 4 pm. salad; and May 6, taco bar. next meeting is Feb. 20. ★ deadline to register is Friday, Feb. 28. To ★ ★ register call Laurie Hamrick, at 419-524- The Bellville-Jefferson Township A recycling trailer will be in the parking Funcenter Chordsmen meets every 0733, ext. 226 or lhamrick@to - Historical Society is open Wednesdays ledodiocese.org. lot at Ontario United Methodist Church, Monday night at 7 pm at the First from 1–5 pm at 167 Main St., Bellville. ★ 3540 Park Avenue West, Feb. 29 and March Congregational Church, 640 Marion Call 419-886-2882 or visit on Facebook. Richland Carrousel Park will host a free 1. Acceptable items include aluminum and Ave. Men of all ages who like to sing are ★ metal cans, milk jugs, detergent bottles, invited. special needs party Wednesday, Feb. 26, plastic bottles with number 1 or 2 on the ★ Lexington Kiwanis Club meets the sec- from 5:30–7:30 pm. Reservations are re- ond and fourth Thurs day of the month at bottom (please remove lids and rinse), card- Madison Township Lions Club meets the quired by calling 419-522-4223. 6 pm at Paul Revere Restaurant, SR 97. ★ board, all papers included with the newspa- first Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm ★ per but no other magazines or paper. and the third Thursday of the month at 7 Richland Newhope/Richland County ★ The Ontario Lions Club meets the first pm at the Sons of Herman, Orange St. Board of Developmental Disabilities is now Those who enjoy listening to hammered New members are welcome. A dinner is and third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 seeking nominations for its CARE awards. pm at the Ontario Senior Citizen Center. dulcimer music are invited to a free held on the third Thursday. CARE stands for Compassion, Advocacy, concert at Ontario United Methodist ★ Only one meeting is scheduled for Jan. Respect and Excellence. The award cate- 2. Beginning in February, meetings will Church, 3540 Park Avenue West, Ontario, Alzheimer’s support group for care- gories are Direct Support Professional, Self- on Sunday, Feb. 16 at 1:30 pm. The event givers meets the second Thursday of return to the regular schedule. ★ Advocate and Community Partner. is presented by the 2010 National Champion every month at 1 pm at Hawkins Corner, A nomination form with descriptions of Hammered Dulcimer player, Ted Yoder. 2131 Park Avenue West in Ontario. Call VFW Auxiliary of Post #9943 meets the all of the award categories can be found on Yoder comes from Goshen, IN, along 419-522-5050 for more information. second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 our website, www.rnewhope.org. Forms with Rhythmwood Drive (Doug and Sarah ★ pm at 806 Grace St. are also available at the Richland Newhope Haag) from Indianapolis. There will be Bellville Lions Club meets the third ★ Administration Building, 314 Cleveland hammered dulcimer, marimba and per- Thursday at 6:30 pm at St. Paul TOPS #1535 meets every Thursday with Ave., Mans field. The nomination deadline cussion. Yoder’s repertoire includes a wide Lutheran Church, 45 Church St., weigh-in at 9 am, meeting at 9:30 am at is March 16. variety of music from many genres. The Bellville. For information call 419-571- Open Bible Church, 1150 Rayfield Dr., For information contact Troy Smith at event is free to the public, but donations 4630. Madison area. 419-774-4215 or [email protected]. are appreciated. ★ Christian Women’s Connection of Mansfield will hold its monthly luncheon Your first step home Monster Jam returns this weekend on Thursday, Feb. 20 at 11:45 am at Der Monster Jam will return to Cleveland Challenge and several Racing competitions, Dutchman 730, Rt. 97, Bellville. begins with us this Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 15 and 16. testing their agility, speed and versatility. The event will feature speaker Annette Coming to Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, 1 Newly added as a special fan bonus during Campbell from Warren and include Carianne Center Ct., Cleveland, the event will Freestyle, a Monster Jam driver will Baltzell with Pink Zebra home fragrances Voted #1 feature high-flying action and four-wheel attempt Cleveland’s first ever indoor arena- and also a medley of love songs by Kathy excitement as the Monster Jam Triple based Monster Jam truck back flip! Grogg. For reservations call 419-528-3286 Medicare Rehab Center Threat Series features six different racing, Competitions will be at 1 and 7 pm on by Feb. 16. There is an introductory cost of in Our Area freestyle and skill competitions. Saturday and 1 and 6:30 pm on Sunday. A $10 for first time guests. Featuring eight athletes, Cleveland fans special Pit Party is open from 10:30 am to ★ will witness a fierce battle for the champi- noon but requires a special $15 pass. A benefit for Madison Township resident onship with each Triple Threat Series com- Those with the pass will be able to see the Michael Holzworth will be held Saturday, petitor tearing up the dirt in customized trucks up close, meet drivers, get auto- Feb. 22, from 5–10 pm at the Ram Booster high-powered vehicles: Monster Jam graphs, take pictures and enjoy other fam- Bingo Hall, 720 E. 5th St., Madison area. Speedsters, Monster Jam ATVs and Monster ily-friendly activities. Holzworth was diagnosed with Burkitt’s 250 Delaware St., Lexington Jam trucks. These athletes will go head-to- Tickets are on sale now at rocketmort- Lymphoma, a rare and aggressive form of Call or visit 419-884-2000 head for points in Freestyle, 2 Wheel Skills gagefieldhouse.com. cancer. 4 Thursday, February 13, 2020 Tribune-Courier Humphrey selected to lead Richland Public Health Sarah Goodwill Humphrey has been Improvement, Strategic Planning, and for the Western Holmes County Fire named Health Commissioner at Richland Performance Management (PM) while District from 2009 through 2018, managing Public Health by the Board of Health. overseeing a budget of $1.1 million. human resources, financial affairs, and the Humphrey, health commissioner at the While Health Commissioner, Humphrey budget for fire and EMS. She has served as Ashland County Health Department since facilitated the collaboration of the Ashland a Trainer, Evaluator, Incident Commander, 2016, succeeds Martin Tremmel who an- City Council and Ashland County General and Public Information Officer in a variety nounced his retirement in November after Health District to reduce cost and service of Public Health Emergency Response situ- serving Richland Public Health since 2013. redundancy to create one Health ations both in drills and real-life situations. “Humphrey brings a deep personal Department in Ashland. She then oversaw commitment to public health and a life- technological advancements to more effi- long passion for prevention and community ciently and effectively provide services to Symphony orchestra well-being,” said Richland Public Health the public. Board Member Ary van Harlingen, who Humphrey graduated from The Ohio will hold auditions chaired the search committee. “The Board State University in March 1999 with a BS The Mansfield Symphony Orchestra has looks forward to working with Sarah and in Animal Science from the College of announced the audition date for its is confident that her leadership, guidance, Food, Agriculture, and Environmental 2020–’21 season. All MSO auditions will vision, and energy will assure a seamless Sciences. She began her career in public be held at the Renaissance Theatre, 138 transition as we continue our mission to health as an Environmental Health Park Avenue West, Mansfield, on March improve the health our Richland County Specialist and Registered Sanitarian for 22, beginning at 10 am. communities.” Holmes County General Health District The auditions are for section violin, “I speak for the entire board in extending from 2001 to 2003 and again from 2009 to principal cello, section cello, principal our deep appreciation and thanks to 2012. She became a Tier 2 Epidemiologist bass, principal oboe, and oboe 2/English Martin Tremmel,” van Harlingen added. in Holmes County from 2012 to 2016 horn. “Under his leadership, Richland Public while completing her Masters of Public Candidates must submit a one-page re- Health achieved status as an Accredited Health (MPH) from the University of sume to Jane Price, at mso - Health Department by the Public Health South Florida in December of 2015. CONNOR MCCAULEY [email protected] no later than and Sullivan Accreditation Board (PHAB), reorganized Among her other responsibilities at March 13, no exceptions. Submissions will McKinley and other students in anatomy and financially stabilized the Health Holmes County, she served as policy ad- be acknowledged and qualified candidates and physiology courses at Ontario High Department, rebranded the Health ministrator and accreditation coordinator will receive an audition invitation. Further School are measuring the speed of their Department as Richland Public Health, from October 2010 until April 2016. She is nerves. Nerves can be as fast as 300 mph correspondence is by email only, no phone or as slow as 1 mph. Students attached oversaw improvements in the safety and also a Public Health Accreditation Board calls. Vernier probes to measure the time and security of the building, and began a reno- (PHAB) Site Visitor. She has previous ex- All applicants are required to demonstrate millivoltage of their nerves in their arm. vation project to make our building more perience working in collaboration with either U.S. Citizenship or legal eligibility to After measuring the distance the impulse assessible to the public.” Richland Public Health as a member of the accept employment with the Mansfield travels from their arm to spine, students During Humphrey’s time at Ashland Unified Command Response during the Symphony Orchestra. Members are also re- can calculate the speed of voluntary and County Health Department, she imple- 2014 North Central Ohio Measles Outbreak. quired to join the Musician’s Union. involuntary nerve impulses using the mented foundational plans such as Quality In addition to her public health experi- The audition repertoire is available at formula for speed. Improvement (QI), Community Health ence, Humphrey served as Fiscal Officer rentickets.org/mso-audition. Church Directory

Risen Savior Lutheran Chruch Ridgeway Church of God Promise Land Fellowship 1685 Lexington Ave., Mansfield • 419-775-1175 1380 Park Avenue East, Mansfield 506 Park Avenue East Pastor Brad Wright • risensaviormansfield.com 419-589-5385 • [email protected] Pastor Rick and Shirley Wiseman • 419-512-2435 9 am Sunday Family Bible Time • 10 am Sunday Worship Pastor John Dodds • Associate Pastor Billy Saunders Sunday 9:30 am School of the Bible 9:30 am Sunday School • 10:40 am Sunday Worship Sunday 10:45 am 6 pm Sunday Family Events Sunday 4:30 pm End Time Studies Southside Christian Church 2 pm Wed. Joyful Journey Bible Study • 6:30 pm Wed. Night Kids Bible Study Tues. 6 pm Disciples of Christ Advanced Bible Study Sat. 10 am 2055 Middle-Bellville Rd., Mansfield • 419-756-3436 Pastor Paul Lintern Mayflower Congregational Church Crossroads Church 10:45 am Sunday Worship 548 North McElroy Rd. • 419-589-6612 1188 Park Avenue W., Mansfield Pastor Rev. Dr. Rich Rader Pastor Dave Vance • 419-529-0750 9:15 am Sunday School • 10:30 am Sunday Worship Saturday Worship 7 pm Lexington Presbyterian Church Wednesday Bible Study 11 am Sunday Worship 9 am and 11 am 35 West Church St., Lexington • 419-884-1330 www.mansfieldmayflower.com All Three Services Identical Reverend James Randas Student Ministry High School Sundays 7 pm 10:30 am Sunday Worship www.crossroadswired.com Bibe Study 2 pm Wednesdays Cornerstone Grace Brethren Church 1905 N. Lexington-Springmill Rd., Mansfield Les Vnasdale, Philip Moeller • 419-747-5012 St. Paul Mansfield Lutheran - ELCA Ontario United Methodist Church Sunday School 9:30 am ALL are welcome • “Living and Loving like Jesus” 3540 Park Avenue West, Ontario • 419-529-4345 Sunday Worship 10:30 am 2010 Park Avenue West • 419-529-4351 Rev. Chris Bell Tuesday Young Adult Bible Study 6:30 pm Pastor Jonathan Stufft Grace & Eggs (breakfast) every Sunday 8:30–9:30 am Wednesday Bible Study and Prayer 6:30 pm Sunday Worship 9:30 am Kingdom Kids (Sunday School) 10:15 am Wednesday Word of Life (children 4 years through 6th grade) 6:30 pm Free breakfast 2nd Saturday each month, 9–10:30 am Adult Sunday School 9:15 am www.stpaulmansfield.org Sunday Worship 10:15 am Bible Study Tuesdays 6 pm (A study for all: families, singles, seniors) St. Peter’s Catholic Church 60 S. Mulberry St., Mansfield St. Mary of the Snows Catholic Church Very Rev. Gregory R. Hite, V.F. • 419-524-2572 1630 Ashland Rd., Mansfield • 419-589-2114 Hillside First Church of God Saturday Worship 5 pm Father Matthew Frisbee 2369 Bowman Rd., Mansfield • Pastor Glenn M. Phillips Sunday Worship 7:30 am, 9:30 am and 11:30 am Saturday Worship, 4 pm and Sunday 11 am Sunday Worship 10 am • Wednesdays 6 pm mansfieldstpeters.org Faith Instruction & Bible Study on Sunday Mornings [email protected] www.mansfieldstmarys.org Sponsor Contributors: Wappner Funeral Home G & M Body & Paint Shop Snyder Funeral Home Mansfield • Ontario • Ashland 1689 West Fourth St., Ontario Lexington • Bellville • Mansfield 419-522-5211 419-529-2747 419-884-1711 Tribune-Courier Thursday, February 13, 2020 5

welcome to attend. Cost is $25 and partici- pants will take home a 16 x 20 canvas painting. All supplies, food and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided. Registration is due by Feb. 19 at www.ontario - ohio.org/index.php/recreation (click Cookies and Canvas). By Heather Hendrix Children in Ontario Schools in kinder- garten through fifth grade can take lessons Family Swim Nights will be held at the to learn to swim. Ontario Middle School Pool from 6:30– 8 Lessons are being offered after school in pm on Feb. 13 and 27 and March 12 and March for $45 for eight sessions spanning 26. The swim is open to all Ontario two weeks. Residents and those attending Ontario Students will meet in the small gym schools. Ages 12 and under must be ac- after school and the recreation director will companied by an adult. take them over to the middle school pool A Cookies and Canvas class will be held via bus for lessons from 4–5 pm Monday Feb. 23, from 1–3 pm, at the City of through Friday, March 2–6 and Monday, Ontario Community Room, 555 Stumbo Tuesday and Thursday, March 9, 10 and Rd., Ontario. 12. No class will be held on Wednesday Local artist Allison Pence will be con- March 11, due to MOAC swim banquet. ducting the class. Anyone age 13 and up is Debby Henry, who has been teaching T-C Staff/Bud Motter and coaching swim for many years, will be THE MADISON LOCAL SCHOOL BOARD held its first meeting of the new year. the main instructor. High school students Members are John Thomas, acting superintendent; Tim Wigton, president; Amy Walker; will be in the pool working with each child Jane McGinty; Melisssa Walker; Doug Mosier; and Robin Klenk, board treasurer. every day. Limited spots are available, so register by Feb. 21, at www.ontario - garding the group. Attendance policies ohio.org/index.php/recreation. There will 4-H were one of the first things to be modified. be a processing fee charged for registration. All members are now required to attend 5 The City of Ontario Recreation News Report out of the 7 meetings and 2 out of the 3 Department is offering a self defense class fundraising activities/community events. for female juniors and seniors from Ontario The Farmhand Friends 4-H Club held its This rule was motioned and approved. High School. A qualified self defense in- first meeting of 2020 on January 26. The Moving from new business, the importance structor, Reneta Music and her husband meeting took place at the Ontario Senior of Quality Assurance was reinforced. Being Gary Music, will be conducting the class Center and was called to order at 6 pm. one of the first steps of showing at the Sunday, March 8, from 1–3:30 pm in the The group was led in both the Pledge of Richland County Fair, all members of agri- City of Ontario Community Room, 555 Allegiance and 4-H Pledge by select attending cultural groups have to attend in order to Stumbo Rd., Ontario. members. Roll call was additionally taken. show their animal at fair. Cost is $30. Register online at www.on- Following introductory items, the group Another requirement for members is to tarioohio.org/index.php/recreation. Spots needed to address some housekeeping research a Health and Safety topic, that of are limited. things that come up yearly. The group which will now be assigned to them with elected the 4-H officers who will lead the the help of a blind-drawing. The last order members for the 2020 4-H season. These of business for the January meeting was Donations are being positions include but are not limited to: the possibility of new t-shirts. ONTARIO MIDDLE SCHOOL’S Michael president, vice president, secretary, news The January meeting was then ad- collected for Ott Family reporter, treasurer, health and safety journed, and members enjoyed provided Tagg was chosen as February’s MVP. Tagg, Donations are currently being accepted an eighth grade social studies teacher, was officer(s) and recreational leader. Congrats refreshments. The next meeting will be for the Chris Ott Family. Ashley Ott, mother to all who were elected; we’re excited to held on Feb. 23 at the senior center, chosen by Leighann Patterson who said, of three and wife to Springfield Township “Mr. Tagg takes the time to build observe your influence over the group! starting at 6 pm. Firefighter Chris Ott, passed away unex- Following the election of officers, the News Reporter, relationships with students more than any pectedly on Jan. 30, after a brief illness. teacher I have ever seen. He really takes group discussed new and old business re- Kailyn Schwall the time to know their likes, their A campaign was created to help ease passions, and anything else that makes the financial burden as Chris takes time them unique. Tagg makes sure to know off for emotional support of his children. students who aren’t even in his class yet — Donations can be given at any Mechanics NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS which I find remarkable! He finds the time Bank location. Checks can be made to make sure all students find comfort in payable to Springfield Twp. ProfFirefighters Wednesday, March 4, 2020, knowing that he will (loudly) tell you ‘Hi’ with a memo of “Chris Ott Family Support every day and maybe even ask you about Fund.” Donations can also be given at WILL BE THE LAST DAY FOR PAYMENT your game the night before, or about a www.gofundme.com (search Chris Ott situation that you may need help with.” Family Support Fund). OF First HALF 2019 REAL ESTATE TAX WITHOUT PENALTY AND INTEREST

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Spears, to Lexington 41–28 on the Knights’ own home floor Waldruff and Isaiah Pack each bashed one WH shot back while connecting on less than one fourth of their casts at the sender. Lexington swept the evening's contests at the hoop. besting the hosts in the JV preliminary 44–33. The Minutemen were never headed nor tied in the con- flict although it was a one possession difference until the Lexington Boys Basketball second period. Lexington was hot inside the arc in the January 24 at Millersburg slow paced game, putting the ball through the cylinder 8 Scoring By Quarters: of 9 times before the half. With under a minute to go prior Lexington 8 15 12 6-41 to intermission, the locals set off on the assault which W Holmes 5 7 7 9-28 knocked West Holmes out of contention in this joust, a Lexington - Dylan Spears 6-1-14, Max Waldruff 5-4-14, Isaiah Pack 1-2-5, Kaydan Berry 1-0-2, Jack Depperschmidt 1-0-2, Drew 14–3 surge that sent the spread up to its pinnacle at 35–14 Kleinknecht 0-2-2, Danny Shaffer 0-2-2. with roughly two minutes left in the third canto. West Holmes - Blake Morrison 2-1-6, Deandre Thomas 2-1-5, The Knights retaliated immediately pouring in 10 of the Zander Proper 1-2-5, Josh Shrock 1-1-3, Jacob Hammond 1-0-3, ensuing 12 points, but down 13 was as close as they could Jacob Goudy 1-0-2, Zach Stair 1-0-2, Grant Baker 0-2-2. Field Goals - Lexington 14 of 33 (42%), West Holmes 9 of 37 get. The top point producer for the home team was Blake (24%). THE MANSFIELD NOON OPTIMIST CLUB recognized Morrison's six. He and Deandre Thomas each canned two Free Throws - Lexington 11 of 20 (55%), West Holmes 7 of 12 two Quality Students selected by their local high schools baskets but no other Knight connected more than once. (58%). The Minutemen were cold from long range but sizzled Three Point Goals - Lexington 2 of 15 (13%), West Holmes 3 of were honored at a luncheon on Jan. 22. Ontario High 13 (23%). School’s Jason Lin and Grace Miller were recognized as inside, dropping in 12 of their 18 two point tries. Dylan Rebounds - Lexington 25, West Holmes 28. students who best exemplify the Optimist Creed. Spears and Max Waldruff were the lone double figure Turnovers - Lexington 7, West Holmes 10. Flashes’ pressure kayoes Lady Lex By Jim Warne Kaleigh Leadbetter 8–6 for the most rebounds on her club, her seven on the offensive end besting anyone on either WILLARD — Both teams had a tough time scoring run- side. Coleman batted away three Flashes scoring attempts. ning sets. There were 42 offensive rebounds in the fracas, Leadbetter enjoyed the best shooting percentage of any evenly split between the two squads. But Willard's Lex cager and handed LHS a 5–0 edge on points scored by defensive pressure wore down Lady Lex and the contest non starters. She recorded her team's other shot swat. got away in the middle two quarters as the hosts produced a slew of fastbreak layups in a 57–32 romp on a Monday Lexington Girls Basketball evening. January 27 at Willard Willard opened up the second half with a 23–2 Scoring By Quarters: Lexington 10 4 2 16-32 rampage which lasted well into the fourth period, the lead Willard 16 16 19 6-57 peaking at 55–16. Lexington closed out the contest Lexington - Gabby Stover 6-2-16, Avery Coleman 1-4-6, Kaleigh scoring 16 of the final 18 points. Despite the flurry of of- Leadbetter 2-1-5, Lizzie Hamler 2-0-4, Madi Basilone 0-1-1. fensive boards, the Flashes’ advantage on second shot op- Willard - McKenna Stephens 7-4-18, Cassie Crawford 7-3-17, portunities was a modest 17–9. The decisive statistic was Presley Feltner 4-3-11, Layla Dials 4-2-11. the 31–7 boost from points tallied off turnovers, accounting Field Goals - Lexington 11 of 42 (26%), Willard 22 of 55 (40%). for nearly the entire margin of victory. Free Throws - Lexington 8 of 16 (50%), Willard 12 of 15 Gabby Stover topped the LHS gals with 16 points and (80%). Three Point Goals - Lexington 2 of 8 (25%), Willard 1 of 9 four steals. Avery Coleman had a cold shooting night fin- (11%). ishing with six points. She nudged out both Stover and Rebounds - Lexington 35, Willard 35. Turnovers - Lexington 26, Willard 13. Hospice of NCO continues bereavement services Hospice of North Central Ohio has been providing free support groups for over twenty years to residents of Richland County and surrounding areas. Currently, the adult groups that are offered include Passage, Survivors of Suicide Grief (for individuals who have lost a loved one through suicide); Overdose loss group (specific to those individuals who have lost a loved one through overdose), a group specific to parents who have lost children; a faith-based grief and loss group called Journey to Hope; and Doorways, a group that is a general support group for individuals who have completed the Passage Group who desire on-going support through the group format. Hospice of North Central Ohio serves more than 200 patients daily in Ashland, Crawford, Huron, Knox, Morrow, and Richland counties who are living with chronic and terminal illnesses. Additionally, free continuous bereavement services are provided for hundreds of families of hospice patients and ONTARIO HIGH SCHOOL'S guidance counselor Donnie to anyone in the community experiencing grief. Call 800- Strine retired last week after 33 years in education. He 952-2207 for more information. HNCO is a non-profit or- spent 14 years at Madison and 19 at Ontario. Students ganization with over 36 years of experience and a com- signed a chair and presented it to Mr. Strine in munity partner of United Way of Ashland and Knox celebration of his retirement. He is pictured with County. students Griffin Shaver and Carter Kroll. Tribune-Courier Thursday, February 13, 2020 7 Unbeaten Lucas pulls out thriller at O’Rena By Jim Warne minute. Jon Nagel grabbed an errant shot and was fouled on the putback to cut the gap to 52–50. His free throw ONTARIO — It was the last of three straight nonconfer- missed but a teammate nabbed the rebound. The front end ence games in the same week featuring battles with of a one and one was missed and again OHS scarfed up the former foes of the previous three leagues of which OHS rebound. This time the hosts turned it over and Gossom got was a member. This was a throwback to the old NCC, but the first free throw to fall when he was deliberately sent to this one didn’t turn out as well as the other two. It was the stripe. That gave Ontario time to set up a tying three very similar to the turn of the century season when pointer, but Lucas savagely defended the arc and no one Ontario and Lucas locked horns twice for NCC supremacy could get an open look. Shaver was blanketed on his des- and each won a one possession game on the other's court. peration trey at the buzzer which was wide of the mark. This game was at OHS and again Lucas won a thriller al- The Warriors connected nine times from 20 feet or though the score was about 20 points lower each way more, but the Cubs were hot inside, cashing 19 of 35 twos. than it was in 1999–2000. Nagel was the lone local to have a good shooting night The undefeated Cubs rallied over the final four posses- making 3 of 4. He earned off the bench honors. Jon was sions of the contest to wrest a 53–50 victory from the also best on the boards nudging out Shaver 9-8. Amil Warriors who led 48–47 for a good stretch in the middle Upchurch and Coburn each collared six rebounds while of the fourth quarter. Nolan Payne nabbed five. Coburn nipped Shaver for top It started out like it would be the shootout of 20 years scoring slot on the Warrior side of the ledger 15–13. Griffin ago with three lead changes and four ties before the Cubs was accorded coach Joe Balogh's defensive player award. won the opening segment 18–17. The visitors went a 10–0 He and Kurtz both pilfered the Cubs thrice. Shaver issued run after the Warriors snatched the lead right away in the five assists. Coburn authored his club's other shot swat. second frame. Kolten Kurtz erased much of the Lucas The OHS jayvees remained perfect blitzing Lucas 28–19 advantage scoring seven of his 10 points in the fray 62–33. Darian Delbrugge led the onslaught with 12 during this period, getting OHS as close as 31-29 when he points, Zach McCristall tossed in 10, both Brock Hill and ripped the cords from way out front. Josh Young nine and Alex Rathburn seven. Hill doled out The Warriors finally regained the lead 39-36 on a five assists while Elliott Hopkins and Young handed out Shaquan Coburn trey in the middle of the third. Lucas re- four apiece. Hill copped coach Tim Henige's defensive sponded with seven consecutive points and held command T-C Staff/Bud Motter player citation pickpocketing the guests five times. Gage THE LEXINGTON MINUTEMEN until a Griffin Shaver long shot with one second left hit Weaver generated four thefts. Dane Ervin paced the squad fell to the Mansfield the mark for a 44-43 home team edge. One point leads with six rebounds. Jacob Barabani and Hill each hauled in Senior High Tygers 54–46 in an Ohio Cardinal Conference were the norm in the last stanza, but Ontario let it slip five caroms. Hopkins authored the lone shot rejection by contest played in Lexington Feb. 7. Lexington senior away at the foul line where up until then the locals were the Warriors. He and Barabani split the bench citation. Dylan Spears (21) finds the way to the basket a little almost perfect but missed them all down the stretch. crowded but finished the night with 21 points and three The Cubs shot the ball well but fell victim to 15 steals and 3-pointers. Max Waldruff followed with 16 points and 8 Riley Gossom became a nightmare for the Warriors to 20 Warrior offensive rebounds. defend driving the paint. He tallied all but one of the Cub rebounds. counters in the period. Kurtz stuffed him near the hoop Ontario Boys Basketball after he rallied Lucas to a 47–46 advantage. He didn’t January 18 at Ontario drive the lane for a while and Coburn put OHS back up Scoring By Quarters: Lucas 18 16 9 10-53 Students named to fall 48–47 on a second shot possession. Finally, the guests Ontario 17 14 13 6-50 called timeout and went back to Gossom. His two back to semester dean’s list at AU Ontario - Shaquan Coburn 4-4-15, Griffin Shaver 5-0-13, Kolten back layups had the Warriors on the brink. They missed a Kurtz 4-0-10, Jon Nagel 3-0-6, Amil Upchurch 2-1-6. The following students were named to the fall 2019 golden opportunity on a four shot series in the final Lucas - Riley Gossom 8-4-21, Logan Niswander 5-1-12, Ethan dean’s list at Ashland University. Wallace 5-0-10, Carson Hauger 2-1-5, Ethan Sauder 1-0-3, Jackson Hutson Spillman, Yusupha Jallow, Mya Lockwood Shafer 1-0-2. Field Goals - Ontario 18 of 58 (31%), Lucas 22 of 46 (48%). Tianna Banfro, Tess Hopper, Allyson Vinson, Jenna Free Throws - Ontario 5 of 9 (56%), Lucas 6 of 12 (50%). Hoffer, Tawny Hetsler, Samantha Mowry, James Willis, Madison Sports Spotlight Three Point Goals - Ontario 9 of 27 (33%), Lucas 3 of 11 (27%). Cameron Shifflet, Caitlynn Campbell, Jema Rejniak, Rebounds - Ontario 34, Lucas 32. Isabella Hatfield, Annalise Lutz, Hayes Frena, Chanara Turnovers - Ontario 9, Lucas 11. Greene, Nicole Lockhart, Alayna Ross, Stephanie Phillips, Austin Eifrid, Jacob Depperschmidt, Francesca Depue, Lila Wolfe, Alex Hill, Brianna Behnke, Cassandra Amick, Tara Andrews, Whitney Atwell, Kane Feldhake, Paul Dies, Mallory Hord, McKenzie Staron, Tessa Nehrkorn, Brooke Young, Lisa Green, Barbara Waters, Charles Eyerly, Rebecca Duckworth, Kade Sayre, Andrew Evans, Carissa Whitmer, Carlyna Crum, Jalyn Allen, Taryn Corwin, Alli Lange, Destiny Whitmer, Rachel Miller, Abigail Knapp, Eric Watts, Bailey Hall, Bria Meisse, Allison Chelski, Gabriella Moncayo, Jamie Cooley, Timothy Burris, Janelle Natalie Reynolds is a sen- Tyler Tackett is a senior at Mc Clelland and Rylee O'Brien. ior at Madison Comp - Madison Comp rehensive rehensive High School. High School and a mem- She swims for Madison ber of the varsity basket- and is senior class vice ball team. He plays for MILLIRON president, president of Ohio Elite Academy AAU Spanish Club, vice pre- Travel Basketball and is sient of National Honor employed at Skyway East. RECYCLING Society and a member Tyler plans to attend col- of OCC Leadership. She lege to become a history is president of her 4-H teacher and basketball Club and works as a life- coach. He would like to Buyers of: guard at Friendly House. work towards becoming • Aluminum • Copper • Stainless Steel Natalie plans to attend an athletic director. He is • Brass • All Scrap Iron • Junk Cars North Cenral State Col - the son of Jaime Tackett lege for an R.N. degree. and Thad deus Tackett. • Commercial & Industrial Pick-up She is the daughter of T-C Staff/Bud Motter Chad and Heather CADE STOVER Sponsored by was inducted into the Lexington Wall of “Recycling Today To Improve Tomorrow” Reynolds. Fame. He was recognized during half time of the B-Dry Basement Waterproofing Lexington vs. Mansfield Senior High boys varsity 2384 St. Rt. 39 •Mon - Fri 8 - 5 • Sat 8 - 12 419.756.5368 • 800.686.4585 basketball game played in Lexington on Feb. 7. Other “When only the permanent solution will do!” players were inducted during a game Dec. 27, in which 419-747-6522 • 800-921-0054 Stover was unable to attend. 8 Thursday, February 13, 2020 Tribune-Courier

Perez, Randy Rickel, Jaylon Scott, Emily Claire Mies, Carleigh Pearson, Abby Potter, Sgambellone, Emma Shaffer, Brayden Shaver, Ethan Snyder, Emily Spencer, Abi Stewart, Honor and Merit Rolls Mckenna Stoffer, Brennan Strickler, Gregory Isaac Swogger, Rylee Utz, Leandra Viscioni, Tan, Carter Underwood, Irene Zhang, Owen Gyles Vuillemot and Jasmine Woods. Vick, Cori Wentz and Austin Whisler. Sophomores — Jacob Barabani, Emily Karissa Wahl, Brandon Walker, Gabrielle Wal - Sophomores — Ian Barnes, Laura Beckett, Cacchio, Teyron Cantey, Alejandro Carrizal, lace, Elyana Weaver, Coleson Webel, Olivia Mere Bise, Brooklyn Blaising, Gracen Boor, Jasmyne Decimus, Faith Dickson, Paige Lexington Jr. High (Mackie) Weber, Christopher Weilbacker, Ethan Browning, Giana Camarata, Haley Divelbiss, Bayleigh Eaton, Mad ison Genders, Kyleigh Weiser and Jack Wyant. Carpenter, Ryan Chapman, Paige Danuloff, Kendal Goulding, Bailey Graaf, Macie Third grading period Priya Das, Samantha Fraley, Mckenna Hamilton, Trevor Maglott, Julia O’Blisk, Zoey ALL A’’s Gorbett, Brooke Hagerman, Gavin Hull, Nate O’Hail, Ethan Owens, Fiona Reeder, Rachel Seventh Grade — Logan Bartlett, Megan Dials, Judson, Shelby Keever, Panka Levay, Jaslyn Rentzel, Bre Roth, Kayla Seevers, Xander Luciana (Luci) Getz, Owan Gongwer, Kennedy Lexington Central Ly, Ellie Maurer, Chas Mies, Tyler Milligan, Seffens, Faith Shoemaker, Josh So, Alyssa Lamp, Natalie Smith and Julia Wyant. Nathaniel Reid, Ava Ruhe, Audrey Saltzgiver, Taylor, Gabby Wagoner, Colin Walters, Eighth Grade — Kadelyn Becker, Clarissa Elementary Maddie Seibel, Nathan Slater, Courtney Tiffany Whittaker, Mendy Ye and Josh Young. Smith, Evan Trumpower, Riley Vavra and Freshmen — Cousart, Eden Durbin, Noah Eckstein, Ava Second grading period Hayden Baker, Drew Barnes, Zach Ghazarian, Jacob Halfhill, Jack Hiebel, Shelby Zimmerman. Berry, Caden Boebel, Morgan Bond, Delanie Peyton Hoskins, Andrew Lloyd, Elizabeth Fourth Grade Freshmen — Omar Abdelaziz, Brooklyn Adkins, Cecil, Brynlee Chandler, Kennedy Ernst, (Ella) Maurer, Grant Mentzer, Wyatt Miller, ALL A Jillian Ambrose, Isabel Baker, Leah Blay, Destini Gottfried, Rylan Hefner, Nolan Samantha Morton, Cora Palmer, Ivan Pryk - ALL A Elizabeth Corn, Jayden Dechert, Kristina Heins, Hoffner, Marisa Horton, Anna Jones, Brandon hodko, Seth Reed and Darcie Reinhart. Ashton Boggs, Eben Cochran, Chidalu Ezike, Madaline Henderson, Colin Kmetz, Grace Mc- Litteral, J’Lee Long, Robbee Mangan, Nick Clay Hooper, Nathan Jackson, Ron Jarrell, Clenathan, Miles Meisse, Kylee Mullins, Taylor Moore, Logan Morehead, Austin Ocampo, HONOR ROLL Aubrey Lacey, Delaney Martin, Alan Mullins, Lizzie Nagel, Natalie Reid, Hadley Sean Parrott, Colten Ramion, Ella Ritter, HONOR ROLL McChesney, Trevor Reed, Gianni Rodriguez, Schultz, Lauren Sexton, Alexis Shaver, Audrey Andrew Stephens, Tanner Stevens, James Seventh Grade — Alexa Baddour, Natalie Tripp Steffen and Lucas Welter. Spearman, Alex Switaj, Brienne Trumpower, Stewart, Treyven Thompson, Adi Turnbaugh, Badnell, Chance Basilone, Frederick Beer, Ellie Wilging, Erica Ye and Prina Young. Natalie Warner, Gage Weaver, Connor Oden Bell, Gavin Bichsel, Eric Blackstone, HONOR ROLL Wiggins and Alize Wright. Camden Boozer, Adelee Brane, Emma Hunter Adkins, Quinnten Anderson, Jack HONOR ROLL Caldwell, Bailey Carmichael, Dylan Catanese, Bailey, Deacon Barrows, Ember Behr, Adam Elliott Christie, Madeline Cramer, Addison Seniors — Colby Boebel, Maria Caporini, Faith Britton, Carson Davis, Braedon Garver, Chloe Cellar, Shelbie Colburn, Jenny Crum, Gabrielle Cyrus, Shay Detlef, Abigail Frederick, Peyton Holladay, Annie Hostettler, Rory Kahl, Scarlett Ontario Middle Glass, Cian Glennon, Hannah Griffin, Day, Nic Derkez, Justice Hoover, Richard Kennedy, Karson McDermott, Brayden Hrinda, Jesse Iula, Riley Kinney, Joseph Liette, Nicklaus Hamler, Logan Harrod, Adler McGinty, Sophia Moore, Lizzy Myers, Toby Hatfield, Joseph Hathaway, Samantha Hite, Cody Mies, Grace Miller, Ty Namenyi, School Newland, JJ Phillips, Preston Shaffer, Addison Lysandra Owens, Kaden Petit, Hailey Rose, Ian Abigail Hooker, Damon Hoskins, Natalie Sigler, Audrey Wendling, Brady Wheeler, Second grading period Hunter, Ethan Huynh, Lily Kastran, Joshua Sanjur, Sam Sayre, Nick Seibel, Mecca Sewell, Trevor Whisler, Addison Williams, Daphne Dylan Them, Cade Thompson, Olivia Todd, ALL A’s Koprivnikar, Sophia Layman, Alexis Lead- Woodruff and Karlee Zugelder. ALL A’s better, Gabriel Llamas-Aguirre, Jaybyx Mack, Cooper Underwood, Christian Woodruff, Kyle Sixth Grade — Brady Baumgard, Brooklynn Landon Mcdermott, Jake Miller, Luke Miller, Woods and Arianna Knapp. Black, Darbie Broom, Sasha Bulakovski, Abigail Moeglin, Max Montgomery, Audrey Juniors — Caden Armstrong, Emalee Bise, Serena Caudill, Braylon Chandler, Alexander Nelson, Trey Nickoli, Addison Nicol, Ontario High School Allaura Carpenter, Lillian Casey, Joseph (Xander) Chitwood, Marcus Crabtree, Blake Alexandrea (Lexy) Pace, Reghan Pasheilich, Second grading period Cinadr, Kailyn Collins, Averi Copeland, Lexi Dewees, Alaina Friend, Aaliyah Gonzalez, Isaac Peebles, Caden Phillips, Taylor Phillips, Cushing, Sariah Dowdell, Ethan Duffner, Mackenzie (Ken zie) Goodlin, Kailey Hale, Connor Poth, Noah Rannels, Aviraj Riar, ALL A’’s Morgan Eckert, James Fanello, Allison Ashley Hall, Emma Henderson, Madeline Willow Roberts, Logan Roseberry, Haiden Seniors — Alyssa Armstead, Alli Bisel, Lizzie Fischer, Tyler Gould, Spencer Hall, Rebekah (Maddi) Hockman, Lexy Hopton, Nicholas Ryan, Emir Sanchez, Carson Saurers, Brody Burson, Amelia Carmack, Hailey Corcoran, Haudenschild, Jace Howell, Jocelyn Hunter, Huml, Paradise Jeru, Jazmin Kiser, Mary Savage, Alison Shaheen, Konner Summers, Alyssa Deel, Caitlin Fanello, Lexi Forsythe, Alexis N. 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Nathan Jeremy, Haley Johnson, Madison Sophomores — Skylar Ambrose, Alexus Barry, Morgan Pearson, Kathy (Phamers) Pham, Eighth Grade — Makenna Arnholt, David Barr, King, Sydney Large, Saylor Lee-Vanauker, Kaylee Calhoun, Bri Carbary, Ken Chang, Alexander (Alex) Porter, William (Will) Porter, Scott Bartlett, Drayton Berry, Ruby Bodjanac, Jason Lin, Blayde Lybarger, Jordan Matthes, Rachell Clark, Brandon Daily, Emma Drexel, Raiden Rhinehart, Madelyn (Maddy) Addison Boyce, Jaxon Brown, Kaylee Brown, Grace Maurer, Haley Mazander, Connor Dane Ervin, Aiden Frankhouse, Persephone Roseberry, Madeline (Maddie) Saltzgiver, Terrance Corbin, Micayla Delamater, Brody McCauley, Isaiah Morales, Chase Mullins, Fry, Jansen Hildreth, Chloe Hollar, Elliott Alexia (Lexi) Sesco, Hayden Sexton, Joie Earick, Kaylie Eichorn, Austin Fisher, Kylie Taylor James Perry, Makenna Reip, Carl Hopkins, Lukas Hopton, Gage Johnson, Macy Simmering, Hayden Skropits, Alexis Swank, Galownia, Dylan George, Sophia Gledhill, Schuster, Darrah Timberlake, Carolina Mangan, Nuhami Miller, Destiny Moton, Nora Swanson, Justin Switaj, Grace Them, Sonja Gottschling, Lucas Goulet, Ava Trumpower, Colton Turnbaugh, Andrew Chance Mullins, Rylee Nigh, Amanda Kaleb Thomas, Addison Thurber, Jaxson Griesbach, Harrison Hamilton, Aiden Underwood, Faith Voelp, Jaci Wentz, Ian Phillips, Alexander Rathburn, Jenna Reitler, Wood and Ben Zimmerman. Tinkham, Michael Ward, Grant Webster, Owen Hammer, Brooklyn Heintz, Natalie Holmes, Elizabeth Roley, Ashton Schonauer, Riley Wright, Jace Young and Hattie Yugovich. Wesley Holtz, Evlynn (Evie) Hostetler, Juniors — Liv Bise, Shelby Baker, Ryan Brophy, Them, Brooklynn Wharton, Bryden Wolfe Seventh Grade — Nyckolas (Nyck) Beaver Madilyn Hughes, Alivia Laury, Jenna Vincent Chen, Logan Costa, Sabrinna and Brevyn Yost. Wilson, Katherine (Katie) Bolin, Alea Cook, Lehnhart, Kendall Logan, John Malone, Crabtree, Paige Deal, Kaylee Dininger, Freshmen — Mckenzie Barnhart, Alex Bayes, Lena Creed, Taylor Dille, Gavin Dunn, Brooke Audriana Martin, Jillian Morr, Zoey Morris, Corinne Fanello, Dae’Shauna Garrett, Colton Elisha Burson, Wyatt Dean, Hugo Estrada Eyerly, Mitchell Geer, Zoe Hampton, Parker Dylan Neighbors, Carter Newman, Allie Geer, Ethan Glenwright, Savannah Gremling, Gomez, Joslynne Frazier, Jayla Hall, Kayen Henderson, Amaya Howard, Eden Howard, Parker, Kayla Pham, Evan Porter, Jayden Haley Guisinger, Makenzi Hanner, Kylie Huvler, Adrienne Kearns, Kayla Kurtz, Keely Jonathan Keiper, Vanessa (Sky) Liu, Rowan Price, Olivia Price, James Prinz, Scarlett Hendrix, Claire Henige, Avery Hooks, Brie Kurtz, Noah Marsh, Duncan McLean, Colin Mcmanes, Keya Pandya, Evan Ruhe, Landon Pryor, Kailee Ramos, Ethan Remy, Makenna Hurrell, Brianna Jilek, Elle Kaiser, Addi Milligan, Thomas Montgomery, Hunter Petit, Sowards, Anna Ward, Emily Whitaker and Rose, Lydia Schroeder, Claire Sexton, Kissinger, Kayla Klautsch, Jake Kmetz, Kolten Brody Phillips, Jordan Reed, Logan Rhodebeck, Jayden Yochem. Kurtz, Natalie Link, Teresa Liu, Colin Mabee, Matthew Sheets, Gracie Skoog, Israel Starkey, Belicia Salas, Will Saltzgiver, Kylie Snow, Grace Eighth Grade — Carson Barnes, Hailey Olyvia Stoots, Michael Togliatti, Zachary Tatiana McFarland, Makayla Minard, Bree Voelp, Cali Walsh and Brooklyn Ward. Mullet, Jonathan Nagel, Nolan Payne, Abi Crabtree, Charles (Charlie) Danuloff, Ezri Turlo, Vanessa Ventura, Isabella Wade, Farley, Savannah Jackson, Trista Jewell, MERIIT ROLL Jaslyn Lopez, Willa Morris, Kavya Patel, Seniors — Ian Barley, Chris Barnes, Faydra Nishthaa Patel, Dakota Paxton, Ella Shaffer, Have your income tax prepared Barnhart, Emma Betts, Jamario Burtin, Josh Jasmine Stutzman, Brooklyn Weinandy, Carpenter, Shaquan Coburn, Jillian Cole, Myla Richard Ye and Brady Zehe. 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(Continued from Previous Page) Deanna Givens, Dalton Haywood, Malayna Cohen Williams, Cameron (Cam) Yoder and Horton, Alex Hubbard, Tyler Kanouse, Kiarrah Aileena Young. Kearney, Keegan Keller, Hailey Kennedy, Seventh Grade — Devon Addow-Roose, Jack Jayden Kiser, Jaelyn Lambert, Julian McGinty, Belding, Logan Bernat, Auberia Bostic, Kim Alexander (Alex) McWhorter, Trinity Miller, Cramer, Jailyn Decimus, David Draper, Aiden Ohl, Amber Parker, Miles Porter, Alivia Sophia Fraley, Kayana Garrett, Natalie Hall, (Livy) Potter, James (Jim my) Unger, Logan Cayden (Beau) Hefner, Brooke Holmer, Waxter, Brailynn Webb, Brady Wilson, Samuel (Sammy) Jackson, Zachary (Zach) Trevonte Wynn and Blakleigh Yoxtheimer- Mcchristy, Emma Mies, Bodpegn Miller, Mich alovich. Claire Morrison, Khamarion (Kj) Oden, Seventh Grade — Brailyn Adams, Drea Barkal, Camden Platner, Nissi Powers, Ryan Racer, Matthew Bayes, Baylee Black, Karson Ethan Radojcsics, Evan Saltzgiver, Claire Bohland, Shaylyn Bryant, Maria Calhoun, Shaw, Chloe Stevens, Grady Taylor, Braeden Jaydyn Chaffin, Elizabeth (Lizzie) Criss, Thomas, Jakiah Tram mell, Mason Isabella (Bella Delong, Delong), , Addisyn Turnbaugh, Morgan Turnbaugh, Adison (Addy) Fender, Isabella Hill, Jaiden Kastran, Viers, Kennedy Weiler and Jack Zahn. Stella Kaufman, Natalie Kinney, Lindsay ONTARIO HIGH SCHOOL recently held a ceremony for students to sign Letters of Eighth Grade — Jastyn Allen, Carla Bachman, Knecht, Alanna Lee, Grant Lewis, Nikki Michael Barnhill, Abigail (Abby) Bechstein, Mccord, Logan Meyers, Dean Morrison, Intent to play college or university sports. Laney Grimwood (left photo) signed to play Grason Bias, Austin Boughton, Diondre Kendra Nelson, Alan O'blisk, Jayden Parrott, softball for Defiance College and Grace Maurer (right photo) will run cross-country and Cantey, Gabrielle (Gabby) Davis, Ava Dean, Austin Pence, Bailey Phillips, Katherine track for Loyola University. Makayla Dickson, Paige Dunkle, Autumn (Katie) Pollock, Anden Price, Wyatt Ervin, James (Jim) Fetzer, Quinton Frank - Rietschlin, Addison (Addi) Risner, Leila •April 1, First day of spring soccer house, Grayson Ginn, Megan Goldbach, Stevens, Lillie Sturts, Hayden Them, Ava Brendan Hollinger, Michael Howard, Gen- Underwood, Ayden Wagoner, Carter Walters, •April 17–19, Ontario Baseball Preview evieve Judson, Natalie Kline, Olivia Kreger, Dylan Weaver and Joshua (Josh) Yoak. Tournament Elizabeth Lacroix, Jocelyn Lehew, Maggie Eighth Grade — Caleb Barabani, Dylan Bernat, •April 22–23, Ontario Future Stars Love, Jena Ly, Preston Mcduffie, Ariana (Ari) Sage Burnell, Shemar Caldwell, Grayson Softball Tournament Morales Mora, Najee Morris, Adalyn (Addie) Casey, Jake Chapman, Eleanor (Ellie) Cotter, •When registering, do not create a new Muncy, Nicholas (Nick) Pohlabel, Grayson Taylor (Tay) Counts, Jaylen Curry, Haley account unless you have not registered in Purvis, David Reedy, Kayelin Risner, Brayden Damron, Peyton Dzugan, Alexander (Alex) Robinson, Jonah So, Sarah Strickler, Chase Ellis, Rachel Foss, Sean Graaf, Ethan Grider, the past – please use your password and Studer, Gracie Thurber, Xander Warner, Carter Jerome Hall, Sarah Hendrix, Brayden Kehl, By Kenn Spencer login from previous seasons. Weaver and Canaan Wentz. Jason Lambert, Mackenzie Large, Jahniya •Follow us on Facebook. Sign-ups are (Niya) Likely, Jimmie Likely, Joshua (Josh) The third session of OYS indoor soccer posted regularly. MERIIT ROLL Mazzocco, Jace lynn Miller, Brenna Nelson, training started Monday at the fairgrounds. •Sign up on WMFD OYS text to your cell Sixth Grade — Colton Adkins, Rylan Baker, Jacob Ohl, Ashley Peace, Joshua Porter, Sixty four athletes will be working the Michael Bessemer, Colton Blevins, Trinity Brooklyn Rowe, Ka'mashya (Mashie) Shaw, where we text sign up information on a Burgy, Ava Calise, Thomas Carroll, Zak eiriyah Brooklyn Swain, Emma Swanson, Jeremiah next five weeks to get a jump start on the regular basis. (Zay) Evans, Landon Foltz, Miles Ginn, (Jt) Viscioni and Dageana (Dage) Young. spring season. Training is being run by •Create an account on Graham Ford, former head men’s soccer www.oysports.com. Once you are regis- coach at The College of Wooster. tered, log-in 24/7 and see what sports are Recreation baseball and softball registra- available for your athlete. OCC race tied as huge Lady Lex tion is going on now. OYS is looking for •Call the sports director at 419-566- boys and girls between 4–14 years old. All 8072. comeback shocks West Holmes home games are played at Marshall Park By Jim Warne on the offensive end. Avery stuffed the op- and Stowell Park in Ontario. position once. Stover filched the ball four OYS plans are underway to form its first Lex Lanes Buckeye Jeep, LEXINGTON — Perennial OCC girls bas- times from the foe and drew seven fouls in ever adaptive soccer program. The Ontario Dodge, Ram Fiat ketball power West Holmes came to town Tomahawk League is OYS’ adaptive baseball the fray. Lexington outscored the Knights Thursday Mixed League Results all alone at the top of the standings and 13–4 on second chance possessions. Baskets program for individuals with physical and ruled the roost well into the third quarter were rare on trips down the court when no intellectual challenges. at Lexington in the Thursday night second The baseball program had a very suc- offensive rebound was stuck back. There Week # 23 round match up. The Lexington girls sur- were only six assists throughout the affair cessful first year and we are excited about prised the entire conference with a giant and no one had more than one. adding soccer. Any individual with a phys- High Men: Tim Harless 279–257– late game rally that toppled the Knights Katie Sprang topped West Holmes with ical or intellectual challenge may participate. 234=770, Jason Bigelow 741, Brad Roark 40–36 and threw the loop race into a first 16 and Melanie Fair was 3 for 3 on the The Tomahawk teams accommodate male 708, Randy Hanlon 708, Jeff Elder Jr. 706, place tie between the two clubs. evening for her seven markers, but no and female players ages 4–18, or up to age Arron DeWitt 701, Mike Lloyd 677, Wash It was a tight tiff for a few minutes with other Knight made more than one basket 22 if still enrolled in school. Registration Haney Sr. 676, Al Garvin 674, Dennis a couple ties and lead changes then West in the fracas. The visitors were just 4 of 25 for both leagues can be found at www.oys- Chris topherson 673, John Stevens 673, Holmes closed out the first quarter with from the field in the second half. Four of ports.com. Rich Manley 656, L.J. Parker 652, Khayyam nine unanswered points. The combatants the five WH starters and the bench player Thank you to our amazing community Johnson 651, Travis Groscost 643, Will played about even the next two stanzas, who saw the most action combined for 2 sponsors for making this a free program. Moore 637, Brad Blank 628, Stephen but the Knights managed to wedge their of 26 shooting for the game, a frigid 7.7 Warrior Baseball Spring Training Camp Cansler 628, Kacy Miller 623, Craig Charley margin a little higher, doubling the score percent. The guests won a scarce scoring is Sunday, March 8. OYS is excited to be 623, Bob Casey 622, Randy Bristow 619, on LHS 24–12 early in the third frame. reserve contest 16–12. partnering with the high school baseball Kris Christopherson 615, Jim Mahek 614, Suddenly Lady Lex took over the place team and head Coach Fisher to bring you Bobby Elder 614, Timothy Williams 613, launching a 16–3 pounding of the guests Lexington Girls Basketball this camp. Please consider sending your January 23 at Lexington Gino Mollica 613, Kenny McFarland 606, to retake the lead toward the end of the athlete to this local camp. Follow OYS on Shawn Scott 605, Ryan Mahek 601. fourth period. Both teams were so so from W Holmes 13 8 5 10-36 Facebook for more information. Lexington 6 6 9 19-40 High Women: Jessica Maddy 221–233– the line, but Lexington meshed enough to A Warrior Softball Clinic is scheduled 244=698, Susie Shaw 605, Stephanie stay ahead. That’s how Lexi Blasberg and Lexington - Gabby Stover 4-5-15, Avery for Saturday, March 14. OYS is excited to Coleman 5-3-13, Madi Basilone 1-4-6, Josie Moore 571, Vicky Varvel 557, Niki Lilly Lizzie Hamler scored. Madi Basilone had Dahlinghaus 1-0-2, Lexi Blasberg 0-2-2, Lizzie be partnering with the high school softball 496, Tammy Graves 485, Dee Callen 484. one of her best outings with six points. Hamler 0-2-2. team and head Coach Sean Snow to bring High Team: The Titanic, 892–831– She was sent to the foul line often in the West Holmes - Katie Sprang 7-1-16, Melanie you this camp. Please consider sending 890=2621. late going. Fair 3-0-7, Kinsey Patterson 1-3-6, Ella McMillen your athlete to this local camp. Follow OYS 1-2-4, Alicia Alexander 1-1-3. Team Leaders: 7 Teams at 4–0, 7 Teams Gabby Stover and Avery Coleman again Field Goals - Lexington 11 of 43 (26%), West on Facebook for more information. at 3–1, 2 Teams at 2–2. produced double doubles. Stover connected Holmes 13 of 47 (28%). Upcoming dates for OYS: For updated team standings and league for her side’s only three pointers and Free Throws - Lexington 16 of 25 (64%), West •March 1, middle school baseball/softball information visit www.thursdaybowling.net. paced the victors with 15 counters and 13 Holmes 7 of 11 (64%). start Three Point Goals - Lexington 2 of 8 (25%), rebounds. Coleman was 5 for 9 from the West Holmes 3 of 19 (16%). •March 21, OYS Spring Sports Coaches Send your team photos with players field and perfect at the line for 13 points Rebounds - Lexington 43, West Holmes 29. Clinic provided by OhioHealth identified to [email protected] and she raked the boards 14 times, eight Turnovers - Lexington 13, West Holmes 11. •March 28, Soccer Preview Day 10 Thursday, February 13, 2020 Tribune-Courier

QUENT PERSONAL PROP- ministration of this estate ap- The contract documents, in- ERTY TAXES IN RICHLAND plied to the Richland Probate LEGAL NOTICE Classifieds cluding plans and specifica- COUNTY, OHIO. Court on November 25, 2019. The following is a succinct tions, are on file at the office of summary of the legislation the Village of Lexington and the THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER The Probate Court assigned adopted by the Council of the Engineer - Poggemeyer WILL BE REQUIRED TO PAY that person a special adminis- City of Ontario, at their regular any or all bids on any basis and Design Group, Inc. (PDG). NOT LESS THAN THE MINI- trator in this matter on without disclosure of reason. meeting held on February 5, FOR RENT Documents may be viewed and MUM WAGE RATES ESTAB- December 5, 2019. 2020. The failure to make such dis- ordered online or obtained by LISHED BY THE DEPART- —————————— closure shall not result in ac- Park Meadows Senior Apart - Becker Impressions, 4646 MENT OF INDUSTRIAL RELA- The special administrator filed The complete text of this crual of any right, claim or Angola Road, Toledo, Ohio TIONS OF THE STATE OF a renewed Inventory and ments in Ontario, now renting cause of action by any unsuc- Ordinance may be viewed and Luxury 2 bedroom apartments. 43615, Telephone 419-385- OHIO. Appraisal in this matter on copies obtained at the Office of cessful bidder against the City 5303, www.pdgplanroom.com. February 4, 2020. $630 central air, washer and of Ontario. the Clerk of Council, Ontario dryer hookup, dishwasher. The cost of printing is to be THE VILLAGE OF LEX- Municipal Building, 555 paid to the printing company at INGTON, OHIO RESERVES If you desire to contest the Pets allowed up to 40 pounds. Each bid must be accompanied Stumbo Road, Ontario, Ohio, Beautiful surroundings. Call the time the drawings are THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY above application or Inventory during regular business hours. by either an Ohio Revised picked up. Shipping and tax AND ALL BIDS AND TO and Appraisal, you must do so Susan 419-529-9099. Code Section 153.571 Bid and 2-12, 20, ‘20b charges are the bidder’s re- WAIVE ANY IRREGULARITY within 28 days of the publica- ORDINANCE NO. 20-03 – AN —————————— Performance Payment Bond in sponsibility and payable direct- IN ANY BID AND TO DETER- tion of this notice. Should you ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING an amount equal to 100% of ly to Becker Impressions. MINE THE LOWEST AND desire to obtain hearing dates TERMS AND CONDITIONS LEGAL ADVERTISING the bid; or, a cashier’s check, BEST BIDDER. or copies of the filings or order, OF EMPLOYMENT FOR NON- —————————— bid bond, letter of credit to be The Engineer for the Project is you may contact the Richland COLLECTIVE BARGAINING LEGAL NOTICE duly executed by the bidder as Poggemeyer Design Group, NO BIDDER MAY WITHDRAW Probate Court on the second UNIT CITY EMPLOYEES, RE- FARMLAND PUBLIC AUC- principal and having as surety Inc., 1168 North Main Street, HIS BID FOR A PERIOD OF 60 floor of the Richland County PEALING ORDINANCE 19-41, TION CANCELLED thereon, a surety company ap- Bowling Green, Ohio 43402. DAYS AFTER THE SCHED- Courthouse at 50 Park Avenue AND DECLARING AN EMER- CITY OF ONTARIO proved by the Owner in the GENCY. All bids must be signed and ULED CLOSING TIME FOR E., Mansfield, OH, 44902, or The City of Ontario has can- amount of 10% of the bid. submitted on the blanks which THE RECEIPT OF BIDS. you may contact Attorney Darin ORDINANCE NO. 20-04 – AN celled the public auction for the are bound in this booklet. Bids Avery at 105 Sturges Ave., lease of farmland that was Each bid must contain the full ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING must state the unit prices in the THE ESTIMATE FOR THE Mansfield, OH, 44903, 419- WAGES AND SALARIES FOR scheduled on February 25, name of the party or parties COST OF CONSTRUCTION 953-4773. submitting the proposal and all blanks provided and be en- NON-COLLECTIVE BAR- 2020. IS $290,000. (2-13, 20, 27 & 3-5, 12, 19 ‘20) (54 L) persons interested therein. closed in a sealed envelope GAINING UNIT EMPLOYEES Cathy Van Auker The Owner intends and re- marked –– 2020 STREET By Order Of —————————— OF THIS CITY, REPEALING Clerk of Council RESURFACING PRO- NOTICE OF INTENT ORDINANCE NO. 19-42, AND quires that this project be com- Mr. Andy Smallstey TO SELL UNNEEDED, City of Ontario, Ohio pleted by August 15, 2020. GRAM ––- and addressed to Administrative Director DECLARING AN EMER- 2-6, 13 ‘20 (12 L) Andy Smallstey, Administrative OBSOLETE OR UNFIT GENCY Village of Lexington, OH MUNICIPAL PERSONAL —————————— Bidders must comply with the Director at the Village of (2-6, 13 ‘20) (116 L) ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Lexington, 44 West Main PROPERTY BY INTERNET ORDINANCE NO. 20-06 – AN prevailing wage rates on Public —————————— SALE/AUCTION Improvements in Richland Street, Lexington, Ohio 44904. PROBATE COURT OF RICH- ORDINANCE APPROVING Separate sealed bids for the DURING CALENDAR THE EDITION AND INCLU- 2020 Resurfacing Program, County and City of Ontario, LAND COU NTY, OHIO, 50 The bid guaranty may be of two PARK AVE. E., MANSFIELD, YEAR 2020 SION OF CERTAIN ORDI- City of Ontario, Ohio will be re- Ohio as determined by the forms: Ohio Bureau of Employment OH, 44902, SECOND FLOOR. NANCES AS PARTS OF THE ceived by Jeff Wilson, Service- Notice is hereby given that the VARIOUS COMPONENT Safety Director, at 555 Stumbo Services, Wage and Hour 1. A Bid Guaranty and Contract City of Ontario intends to sell Division, 614-644-2239. ESTATE OF STANLEY CLAY CODES OF THE CODIFIED Road, Ontario, Ohio 44906 un- Bond using the form in the unneeded, obsolete or unfit ORDINANCES OF ONTARIO, til 11:00am, local time Contract Documents. (The HENDRIX, CASE No. 2017 municipal personal property by Jeff Wilson 1263 OHIO, AND DECLARING AN Thursday February 20, 2020, amount of the bid does NOT internet sale/auction during EMERGENCY. and then, at said office, publicly Service-Safety Director have to appear on this form.) 2020. All sales shall be for opened and read aloud. City of Ontario, Ohio TO: DANIEL HENDRIX, cash, shipping or delivery shall ORDINANCE NO. 20-07 – AN 1-30, 2-6, 13 ‘20 (73 L) 2. A certified check, cashier's last known address, 406 POM - be the responsibility of the pur- ORDINANCE AWARDING A The Information for Bidders, —————————— check or letter of credit in favor ERENE AVE., MANSFIELD, chaser, and the sales shall be CONTRACT TO SOUTHEAST- Form of Bid, Form of Contract, INVITATION TO BID of the Village of Lexington, OHIO 44906; made through websites as de- ERN EQUIPMENT COMPANY, Plans, Specifications, and oth- MELANIE HEN- SEALED BIDS for the furnish- Ohio, in the amount of 10% of termined to be most effective INC. FOR THE PURCHASE er contract documents may be the bid. If the contract is award- DRIX, last known address, 406 and efficient in obtaining the OF ONE 2019 KOBELCO SK- examined at the following: ing of the necessary materials POMERENE AVE., MANS- 55SRX-6E MINI EXCAVATOR and construction of the ed, a Contract Bond will be re- best price. The representative quired, which is a 100% pay- FIELD, OH 44906 of the City for the purpose of in- FOR THE CITY SERVICE DE- KE McCartney & Associates, 2020 STREET RESURFAC- ment and performance bond. NICOLE MYERS, ternet sales is: PARTMENT FOR THE TOTAL 52 North Diamond Street, ING PROGRAM VILLAGE OF last known address 236 Jeff Wilson SUM OF $65,034.30, RE- Mansfield, Ohio 44902 LEXINGTON, OHIO AFTER THE AWARD OF THE CLAIRMONT AVE., MANS- Service-Safety Director PEALING ORDINANCE NO. CONTRACT LET BY COM- FIELD, OH 44903 555 Stumbo Road 19-33, AND DECLARING AN Copies may be obtained at the will be received by the Village EMERGENCY. office of KE McCartney & PETITIVE BID AND PRIOR TO Ontario, Ohio 44906 of Lexington, Ohio at the office You are receiving this notice to 419-529-2495 Cathy Van Auker Associates, 52 North Diamond THE TIME THE CONTRACT IS ascertain whether you desire to of the Administrative Director at ENTERED INTO, BIDDERS Servicesafetydirector Clerk of Council Street, Mansfield, Ohio 44902 44 West Main Street, take or renounce administra- @ontarioohio.org City of Ontario, Ohio upon payment of $50.00 for SHALL SUBMIT THE AFFI- Lexington, Ohio 44904 until tion of the above named estate 1-30, 2-13 ‘20 (30 L) 2-16, 20 ‘20 (59L) each set. Checks shall be DAVIT REQUIRED UNDER and to notify you that the Court made payable to KE 11:30 A.M. (Local Time) THE OHIO REVISED CODE, appointed a special administra- THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, SECTION 5719.042 THAT tor on December 5, 2019. McCartney & Associates and THE BIDDER WAS NOT all documents become the 2020 CHARGED WITH ANY DELIN- An applicant to succeed the ad- property of the prospective bid- and at that time and place will ONLINE COURT ORDERED SALE der, with no portion of the pay- be publicly opened and read ment being refunded. aloud. 1020 CHEW RD., The Owner reserves the right The scope of work consists of MANSFIELD, OH 44903 to waive any informalities. milling and resurfacing approx- Contract will be awarded based imately 4,600 feet of roadways Do Not Trespass - Occupied on the lowest and best bid. throughout the Village of Richland County 2019 CV 0102 The City of Ontario may reject Lexington. Parcel 055-39-203-06-000 Opening Bid: $70,000 - 2/3 Appraised Value Tribune-Courier (Property Appraised for $105,000) Subscription Form Township of Washington, County of Richland Final Bidding & Closing: February 27, 4 PM EST Name TERMS: ONLINE ONLY; 10% Buyer’s Fee Added (Minimum $1,000); $5,000 Deposit; Purchaser Address shall be responsible for those costs, allowances, Phone Zip and expenses that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover. A complete copy of the legal descriptions can be reviewed at www.byceon- Send this form and check to ❑ 1 year $28 THE ONTARIO HIGH SCHOOL WRITING CENTER in the line.com Tribune-Courier high school library is available every period, every day to Bidding Opens: 02/13/2020 To ALSO receive a PO Box 127 help students with writing assignments. Staffed by (Second Sale Ending 03/12/2020 – 4 PM EST) digital copy via email Advanced Placement and College Credit Plus Writing each week, provide Ontario, Ohio 44862 students, the tutors are ready and willing to help their 330.747.7000 Jeff Byce, ByceREALTY, PSO email address. peers. DaeShauna and Josh are two of the tutors byceonline.com available during eighth period. Tribune-Courier Thursday, February 13, 2020 11

an exhibition curated by Cameron Granger and featuring of 12 graded credit hours and earn a grade point average the work of artists Eloisa Amezcua, Annie Chrissy Burley, of 3.50 or better. News Briefs Shabez Jamal, and Sydnie Jimenez. ★ Granger says, “The exhibition is about love, and the The following local residents have earned a degree from tools and language we’ve been given to express that love. Western Governors University. The online, nonprofit uni- in Education The title is taken from the phrase ‘I brought you into this versity has graduated over 167,000 students from across world, and I ain’t afraid to take you out of it’, which my Mekenna Atterholt, a graduate of Madison Comprehensive the country since its inception in 1997. mother would often say when we were coming up and Liana Ashbrook of the Madison area earned a Master of High School majoring in psychology; and Matthew found ourselves in any kind of trouble young kids Weaver, a graduate of Ontario High School, were named to Science, Curriculum and Instruction degree; James Hand normally do.” of Mansfield earned a Master of Business Administration the dean’s list for the fall 2019 semester at Baldwin “That which brought you here, will take you out” will Wallace University, according to Provost Stephen D. Stahl. degree; and Kelly Hootman of Mansfield earned a run now through Thursday, March 5, at the Pearl Conard Bachelor of Science, Nursing degree. Any full-time student who achieves a GPA of at least Art Gallery, room 145 Ovalwood Hall, 1760 University Dr., ★ 3.6 for 12 or more graded hours or part-time student who Mansfield. The gallery will host a public closing reception achieves a GPA of at least 3.6 for six or more graded hours Miami University students who are ranked in the top on Wednesday, Feb. 26, from 12:35–1:30 pm. twenty percent of undergraduate students within each di- in the fall or spring semester will be placed on the list. The gallery hours are Monday–Thursday from 11 am to ★ vision for first semester 2019–’20 have been named to the 4 pm and Friday from 11 am to 2 pm. Gallery is staffed by dean’s list recognizing academic excellence. Cedarville University students were named to the student workers, so hours may shift. dean’s list for fall 2019. This recognition requires the ★ Local students named to the list are Eli Laser, Katelyn student to have a 3.5 GPA or higher for the semester and Hunt, Cat Dennison, Alec Baldasare, Gabe Porter, Kayla The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. has an- Lynskey and Julia Kocher, all of Lexington. carry a minimum of 12 credit hours. Local students nounced the availability of two $2,000 scholarships for in- ★ named to the list are Mya Taylor and Seth Baney. dividuals pursuing higher education. Scholarships are Julia Prokopchak of Lexington has been named to the ★ made possible from sponsorships for the Area Agency on Cedarville University recently released the fall 2019 Dean’s Fall 2019 Dean’s List at Muskingum University in New Aging Annual Meeting. Concord, Ohio. To be named to the list students must Honor List. This recognition required students to maintain a Applicants must have at least a sophomore status in an 3.75 GPA for the semester while taking a minimum of 12 attain strictly prescribed levels of academic performance accredited technical school, college or university for the in their overall grade point average. credit hours. On the list are locat students Kaylie Klotzbach, 2020–’21 academic year. For additional guidelines and ap- ★ Sarah Johnson and Holly Caldwell of Lexington. plication form, visit the Area Agency on Aging’s website ★ Youngstown State University students have been named at www.aaa5ohio.org. Deadline for applications is March to the dean’s list for fall semester 2019. Local students on Vanessa Pauldo graduated from Columbus State Com - 15. Questions can be directed to Susie at 567-247-7105. munity College during autumn semester commencement ★ the list are Tara Baker, Patrick Ryan and Wilson Cannon. Dean’s list recognition is awarded to full-time under- ceremonies held Dec. 13. More than 800 Coastal Carolina University students graduate students who have earned at least a 3.4 grade ★ were named to the president’s list for the fall 2019 point average for not less than 12 semester hours of credit. Michael Cochenour of Lexington and Rachel Bloodwyn, semester. To be named to the list, students must achieve a Andrew Box, Simone Marshall and Mathias Stanfield of 4.0 grade point average for the semester. Tara Baker and Patrick Ryan also earned a perfect 4.0 Mansfield been named to the autumn semester dean’s list Makenna Williams a marine science major from grade point average and have been named to the Fall 2019 President’s List. at Columbus State Community College. To be named to Lexington was named to the list. ★ the list, a student must achieve a grade point average of ★ 3.5 or higher and be enrolled for six or more credit hours. Jake McClelland of Mansfield was named to the presi- Tricia Konves earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing ★ dent’s list by Dr. Troy Shoemaker, president of Pensacola from Ohio University. Madison Morrow received a More than 500 volunteers made up of students, faculty, Christian College, for academic achievement during the Bachelor of Science in Human and Consumer Sciences. staff and community members participated in the 2019 Dr. 2019 fall semester. This was a result of earning a semester Named to the dean’s list at the university for fall Martin Luther King Day of Service at the University of grade point average of 3.90 or higher. semester were Josh Mueller, Howard Leuthold, Eric Boll, Mount Union. There were a total of 24 different locations ★ Abby Miller, Madison Morrow, Cameron Kindred, Carina across Alliance and surrounding communities with 30 Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) has released the Weaver, Stephanie Brown, Chris Schafer, Maggie Kaple service projects available to the volunteers. Brit McCauley, President’s List and Honors List for autumn semester and Georgiann Naumoff. of Ontario volunteered during the three-hour community 2019. David Scott Hogle of Bellville was named to the presi- service event. dent’s list. To qualify, a student must be enrolled in a mini- ★ mum of 12 graded credit hours and earn a GPA of 4.0. The Pearl Conard Gallery at Ohio State Mansfield is pre- Trinity Turner of Mansfield was named to the honors senting “That which brought you here, will take you out,” list. To qualify, a student must be enrolled in a minimum Business

Write to (include phone number): STORY TIME was held in Jodi Wentz's Public Speaking Directory Class at Ontario High School. Students read-aloud from a favorite children’s book using their best inflection, To Advertise Call Kim 419-564-6888 articulation and dramatic flair. Participating in the special reading were Brennan Blaising and Tytus Namenyi. ASHLAND/MANSFIELD FOOT AND ANKLE SPECIALISTS Mansfield • 550 S. Trimble Rd. • 419-756-1961 Ashland • 45 Amberwood Pkwy. • 419-281-3668 www.amfootandanklespecialists.com Cathy (Weaver) Rox, Administrator Brian J. Zimmerman, DPM • Jeremiah Dillon DPM Rebecca Inwood, DPM • Dina Keeler, DPM 419-756-7111 “We Care for People… Not Just Feet.” 12 Thursday, February 13, 2020 Tribune-Courier