TRIBUNE-COURIER RICHLAND COUNTY’S ONLY LOCALLY-OWNED NEWSPAPER • SINCE 1961 [email protected] 01.28.21 Lexington BOE agenda busy with approvals The Lexington Board of Education year 2021 in accordance with Ohio met Wednesday, Jan. 13 for its regular Revised Code 3313.203 and 3313.47. meeting. The Tribune-Courier, Richland Source The board members and positions re- and Mansfield News Journal were desig- main the same with Robert Whitney, nated as the official newspapers of the board president; Keith Stoner, vice presi- district. dent; and members Dr. Martin Gottschling, Board member compensation was ap- David Roberts and Rob Schuster. proved at $125 per meeting, the maximum Board president Robert Whitney called allowance by law, for the calendar year the meeting to order followed by a report of 2021. from treasurer Jason Whitesel. Approval The treasurer was authorized to secure was given for the fiscal year 2022 Tax position bonds as prescribed by the Ohio Budget. Revised Code 3313.25 for board president A donation of $5,000 from Warren in the amount of $20,000; superintendent Knorr for the Terry McCammon in the amount of $20,000 and treasurer Scholarship Fund was accepted and an in the amount of $100,000. invoice in the amount of $7,850.01 from The superintendent, Jeremy Secrist, Naviance for a college and career readiness and treasurer were authorized to enter T-C Staff/Bud Motter implementation package for the high into and/or accept/participate in Federal, FLAG DEDICATION — A group of war veterans, local dignitaries and residents school was approved. State or Local Grants or agreements and gathered at the Gazebo in Bellville to dedicate two new flags which be flown on I-71 The resignation of Rick Stephens as authorize the treasurer to appropriate and Rt. 97. Doug Theaker said, “Each flag weighs about 70 pounds and is 40 foot long high school intervention specialist, effec- funds for the grants awarded. They may and 30 feet wide. He said the wind tears the flags and they need to be replaced every tive at the end of the 2020–’21 school also accept all donations to the school three or four months. Each flag costs $1,500 and is made in the . Bellville year, was accepted. district on behalf of the Board of Mayor Teri Brenkus said, “We have been getting calls wanting to know when the flags A salary adjustment was made for Education. will be flown again. We had to wait because the Covid-19 epidemic and election year Diane Eifrid from ME + 20 to ME + 30. The treasurer is permitted to file re- had the company busy making flags. We will be putting up a new flag in a few days.” Employment was granted to Dave quests for amendments of the Certificate It takes six men to place the flags due to them being so large. Mayor Brenkus thanked Carter, long-term substitute high school of Estimated Resources with the Richland everyone involved. guidance counselor effective Feb. 22 – County Auditor as information becomes May 7, 2021, $110 per day; and Melinda available to warrant such a filing. They Matuch, long-term sub, junior high, effec- may also make fund to fund advances, Senior center will begin offering meals tive Jan. 19 – Feb. 24, 2021, $110 per day. advance returns and transfers as needed Lexington Senior Center is working to 23 – Beef tips and noodles The board approved maternity leave throughout the year with board ratification open doors again to the seniors. Starting 25 – Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes for Kristen McPeek from approximately as part of the financial reports at the next Feb. 2 the center will offer ‘to-go’ lunches. March Feb. 17, 2021 through approximately regular meeting. Homemade lunches will be brought to ve- 2 – Pork chops, hash brown casserole May 10, 2021. The treasurer can invest interim and hicles. 4 – Meatloaf, macaroni & cheese An unpaid leave of absence for Cynthia inactive funds in permissible investments The center hopes to open doors for ac- 9 – Cabbage rolls, mashed potatoes Patrick was approved, effective Nov. 16, pursuant to board policy and as prescribed tivities, indoor dining and ‘to-go’ lunches 11 – Ham loaf, herbed noodles 2020 through approximately the end of by the Ohio Revised Code. They may also starting April 5, 2021, as permitted. 16 – Pot roast, scalloped potatoes the 2020–’21 school year. sign all checks on bank accounts of the Lunches served for carry out are: 18 – Chicken/bacon, alfredo, garlic bread Coaching resignations were accepted school district and borrow funds in antic- February 23 – Beef stroganoff and noodles from Jennifer Moore, high school track; ipation of future tax receipts at the best 2 – Meatloaf, macaroni & cheese 25 – Swiss steak, mashed potatoes, garlic Alyssa McCready, girls’ JV soccer; and available rate for cash flow purposes. 4 – Garlic baked chicken, garlic potato vegetables Jay Schmidt, junior high track. The treasurer was given the ability to cubes 30 – Open face turkey and mashed po- The board approved the two-year con- convene meeting of the Record 9 – Stuffed peppers, mashed potatoes tatoes with gravy tracts with the administrative team, su- Commission, not limited to, but at mini- 11 – Ham loaf, cheesy potatoes pervisors, and those in non-union posi- mum annually. April The superintendent can send school 16 – Corned Beef/Cabbage/Herbed Potato 1 – Easter ham, sweet potatoes tions effective retroactively to Aug. 1, employees to professional meetings within Halves The center continues to offer homemade 2020 through July 31, 2022. the amount of appropriations for calendar 18 – Lasagna, garlic gread, garlic veg- lunches for $7 from 11 am to 1 pm on The treasurer was authorized to adver- etables Tuesdays and Thursdays. tise for bids for one new bus per the rec- 2021 and cab employ such temporary ommendation and specifications from the personnel as needed in emergency situa- transportation department. tions as prescribed by Ohio Revised Code A revised Lexington substitute list 3319.10. Such employment will be pre- Scholarships available through agency dated 12/16/20 was approved as presented sented to the board for approval at the The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on One $2,000 for a student attending a 4- by MOESC. next regular meeting. Aging, Inc. has announced the availability year university; Bronson Brown was accepted as a The treasurerer is authorized to pay all of three scholarships for individuals pur- One $1,000 for a student attending a 2- fourth grade tuition student for the bills within the limits of the appropriations suing higher education or classes benefit- year college or technical school; second semester of the 2020–’21 school resolution as prescribed by the Ohio ting the field of aging. One $1,000 for a student attending any year. Revised Code as bills are received under These scholarships are made possible type of higher institute of learning. The board approved the Resolution assumption goods received or services through the generous contributions by For eligibility criteria guidelines and Establishing Educational Requirements performed are acceptable. The treasurer sponsors at the annual meeting of the application form, visit www.aaa5ohio.org. for substitute teachers for 2020–’21. may also obtain advances against tax col- Area Agency on Aging each year. Deadline for all applications is Feb. 1, The board also met for an organiza- lections from the county auditor in order Scholarship award amounts were deter- 2021. tional meeting on Jan. 13. to meet current expenses. mined by the Board of Trustees for the ac- Questions may be directed to Susie During the meeting, Andrew Burton The superintendent was appointed as ademic year of 2021–’22: Danuloff at 567-247-7105. was appointed legal counsel for calendar the Title IX and Title VI coordinators. 2 Thursday, January 28, 2021 Tribune-Courier READERS’ Forum , available to watch on Sound of Metal is one of the best movies It has been an honor to serve you for business climate, protect our environment, Prime Video, stars as a rock about hearing loss I have seen. The way it the past decade, I had the honor of serving and reform our criminal justice system. drummer in an alternative rock duo with tells the story concentrating on the main the people of Ohio’s 22nd District in the These included cutting income taxes by his girlfriend named Lou (Olivia Cooke). character first and then everyone around State Senate. This included four years as hundreds of millions of dollars, and giving As Ruben, Ahmed plays a him really makes the audi- senate president — the leader of the 33- a 100 percent tax cut to the working poor complicated character as ence much more invested in member chamber. by eliminating four of Ohio’s nine tax Ruben progressively begins the story. Ahmed gives a With term limits, however, my time in brackets. to lose his hearing. strong, terrific performance the Senate has now come to an end. I We passed multiple bills to protect Lake Ahmed is a terrific young as he runs the gamut of would like to take this moment to say Erie and Ohio’s waterways. We enacted actor, winning a Primetime emotions and brings his all “thank you” for giving me the opportunity numerous bipartisan reforms to Ohio’s Emmy Award for the terrific to the character. to work for you. Many of you voted for criminal sentencing laws and provided for HBO miniseries The Night While the movie is not me, and many others did not. But increased access to drug treatment and re- Of…. Director much more than the initial whether you voted for me or against me, habilitation. shows what hearing loss is re- description, the performanc- for 10 years I was your voice in We passed legislation to promote invest- ally like and makes the movie es, direction and way it tells Columbus. I took that responsibility very ment in underserved areas through the from Ruben’s point of view. its story is very effective and seriously. I worked hard to be a faithful use of Opportunity Zones. Marder shows the audi- the story is so hopeful by steward to ALL people of the 22nd I personally sponsored Ohio’s “twofor- ence everything he is feeling the end that watching District, to work with my colleagues one rule,” which for a period of four years and experiencing from a Ruben’s journey, though across the aisle when possible, and to not requires Ohio to repeal two outdated regu- failed hearing test to admis- painful at times, is well let partisan bickering get in the way of lations each time a new regulation is sion into a group that helps worth it. the Senate doing its work. adopted. addicts, which Ruben is, who experience Look for The Entertainment Examiner’s Make no mistake, I followed a conser- Of course, my tenure as the Senate’s hearing loss. The group is led by Joe video posts on YouTube. vative agenda. During my tenure as senate leader coincided with some of the most played by Paul Raci who gives a great per- president, the Ohio Senate consistently challenging times in modern history. The formance as a man determined to help ranked among the most conservative leg- Covid-19 pandemic strained the entire na- Ruben but not feed into his addiction and islative chambers in the country. We tion, and Ohio was no exception. failures to help himself. passed laws to protect unborn life, to cut For policymakers this meant very taxes, to expand school choice and to pro- difficult choices, as we tried to strike the tect the citizens’ Second Amendment right correct balance between preserving public to self-defense. But we also worked across health, protecting the economy, and de- Brown helps to launch partnership the aisle often. In fact, more than 90 fending peoples’ freedoms. And while On Monday Sen. Sherrod Brown helped MBK and Non-MBK Ohio students. percent of the legislation that we passed many state legislatures were in recess for launch a My Brother’s Keeper Ohio (MBK My Brother’s Keeper was started by was bipartisan. 2020, the Ohio Senate was not. Ohio) partnership with Ohio's public li- President Obama as a national initiative to We came together to reform Ohio’s In fact, we redoubled our efforts and braries. The new partnership will give address the opportunity gaps facing young criminal justice system, to strengthen laws held one of the longest legislative sessions MBK Ohio students access to a curated men of color, and to ensure that all young against human trafficking, to provide in memory, working throughout the pan- digital library of books written by African people reach their full potential. PTSD coverage for first responders, and to demic and holding voting sessions into American authors that will be used as part Earlier this month, Brown was joined fight the opioid epidemic. late December. I hope that we struck the of the statewide MBK Ohio virtual book by Marsha Mockabee, Co-Chair of the The Senate’s Democratic leader and I right balance. But whether you agree or club. OverDrive, a Cleveland based digital Greater Cleveland MBK program, and even negotiated a new bipartisan process disagree, please know that my Senate col- reading platform, is providing access to Kevin Clayton, Vice President of Diversity, for drawing Congressional districts, which leagues and I always tried to do what we the library. Inclusion and Community Engagement was eventually adopted by Ohio’s voters thought was right. Kwame Alexander, a New York Times for the Cleveland Cavaliers, as they an- by a 3-to-1 margin. At a time when our Thank you for giving me the opportunity Bestselling Author, and 2015 Newbery nounced their partnership to engage national politics seem more divisive and to serve our community. I look forward to Medal and Coretta Scott King Award with northeast Ohio students and address partisan than ever before, I was proud that seeing what the New Year, and a new Honor recipient, joined Brown, the Ohio the opportunity gap facing young men of the members of the Ohio Senate consis- group of State Senate leaders, have in Library Council, and Ohio State University’s color. tently worked together across party lines. store for Ohio. Kirwan Institute to kick-off the book club Rev. Stanley Miller, Co-Chair of the I worked hard to make the most of my I represented Ohio’s 22nd Senate District during the launch event. Greater Cleveland MBK, also joined the time as senate president. Our priority bills (consisting of Medina, Ashland and Alexander’s book, The Crossover, is the call. More information on the MBK Ohio weren’t just window dressing. They dealt Richland Counties, as well as portions of first MBK OH virtual book club selection, Program is available to read at with complex, difficult issues that will be Holmes County) from 2011–’20. I served which the Cleveland Public Library and https://www.brown.senate.gov/imo/me- transformative for the State of Ohio. as Ohio Senate President from 2017–’20. Cuyahoga County Public Library are lead- dia/doc/MBK%20OH%202020%20Progra During my tenure as the Senate’s ing. This virtual event was open to both mming. leader, we undertook multi-year efforts to Larry Obhof improve Ohio’s economy, strengthen our (former president of the Ohio Senate) Virtual Event February 6, 2021 Vol. 60 No. 17 Tribune-Courier AND Madison Tribune Richland County’s Only Locally-Owned Weekly Newspaper • Established 1961

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Area Agency at 419-524-4144 or 800-860- ★ 5799 Monday–Friday 9 am to 5 pm. Richland Newhope/Richland County Anyone age 18 and older may apply for Board of Developmental Disabilities is now this assistance. Those 60 and over can seeking nominations for its CARE awards. get assistance with filling out the applica- CARE stands for Compassion, Advocacy, tion. All heating types are eligible for en- Respect, and Excellence. The award cate- ergy assistance programs – electric, wood, gories are Direct Support Professional, Self- coal, natural gas, propane and kerosene. RICHLAND COUNTY COMMISSIONER CLIFF MEARS swears in Robert McConkie Jr. ★ as Soil and Water Conservation District Board Supervisor on Jan. 19. With him is Brian Advocate and Community Partner. Alt who was also sworn into the position. A nomination form with descriptions of St. Paul Lutheran Church, 2010 Park all of the award categories can be found at Avenue West, Ontario, has changed the www.rnewhope.org. Forms are also avail- time of its drive-thru breakfast. It will hap- able at the Richland Newhope Admin- pen on the second Saturday of the month McConkie Jr. and Alt will serve on istration Building, 314 Cleveland Ave., from 9–10:30 am. Mansfield. The nomination deadline is ★ Richland SWCD Board of Supervisors Feb. 19. For more information contact The Ontario 4th of July Festival is Brian Alt and Robert (Rob) McConkie, who promote conservation of the county’s Troy Smith at 419-774-4215 or scheduled for Saturday, July 3. The Miss Jr. were sworn into office as Soil and natural resources through education, plan- [email protected]. Ontario Pageant will be held June 26. Water Conservation District (Richland SW- ning and technical assistance which are ★ ★ CD) Board Supervisors on Jan. 19 by key to the success of the district. The Imagination District received an To submit a news brief item, email in- Richland County Commissioner Cliff Mears. Supervisors advocate for the district, at- award of $1 million through the state’s formation to [email protected]. Alt was re-elected to serve another tend and participate in monthly board capital budget to help the new Little three-year term. McConkie Jr. is beginning meetings, assist with District programs Deadlines are noon Mondays. his first three-year term. Both join Fred and services, and attend area and state Cooke, Lanny Hopkins and David meetings. Krichbaum as board supervisors. The Board supervisors meet the third Board of Supervisors elected Brian Alt as Tuesday of every month at 9 am at 1495 ODOT offering free UAS online classes chair, Fred Cooke as treasurer, Lanny W. Longview Ave., Mansfield and the The number of drones in the United such as surveying and inspections of prop- Hopkins as secretary, David Krichbaum public is welcome to attend the meetings. State has exploded in the past decade. erty, roads, bridges, buildings, and telecom- as vice chairn and Rob McConkie, Jr. as Those who wish to attend a meeting can Currently 1.7 million drones are registered munications structures. They can do film- at large. contact Richland SWCD Director, Erica with the Federal Aviation Administration. making, photography, homeland security, Supervisors are elected by Richland Thomas, at [email protected] However, only about 208,000 pilots are and more. County residents to serve three-year terms or 419-747-8684. certified to fly them. There are currently job opportunities all as unpaid public officials. The Board of The Richland Soil and Water The Ohio Department of Transportation over Ohio where companies are looking Supervisors create an annual and long- Conservation District develops, implements, (ODOT) is proud to announce free e-learn- for UAS pilots to join their team. term plan of operation that protects the and assists landowners, government agen- ing courses that provide the fundamental Interested persons can access the courses District’s mission and vision and are inter- cies and our partners with a wide range of knowledge needed in preparing for the through the Ohio Local Technical Assistance ested, conservation-minded, local leaders natural resource conservation programs. Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Remote Program (LTAP) website learning.trans- Pilot Certification Exam. portation.ohio.gov. This is a great place to start for individ- After completing the FREE e-learning Virtual educational programs scheduled uals that currently fly as a hobby or courses, participants will be prepared to The Alzheimer’s Association Northwest Dementia, 11 am would like to fly UAS for work-related ap- take the certification exam. ODOT is pro- Ohio Chapter will be presenting a variety Feb. 4, Effective Communication plications. viding this information for individuals of virtual educational programs to help Strategies, 3 pm; and Living with Becoming a certified pilot will provide and those looking to expand their busi- the community and families impacted by Alzheimer’s for Caregivers, Late Stage - the knowledge and background needed to nesses capabilities. the disease. Part 1, 6:30 pm safely fly drones and open the door to so For more information about the free e- These presentations cover a variety of Feb. 8, Dementia Conversations, 11 am; many opportunities. UAS remote pilots learning courses contact Ohio LTAP at topics and occur at different times during and Understanding Alzheimer’s and utilize their skills in performing work [email protected] or 1-877-800-0031. the day and evening via videoconferencing Dementia, 3 pm to allow individuals to participate in the Feb. 9, Understanding and Responding convenience of their homes. They will dis- to Dementia-Related Behavior, 10 am; 10 Have your income tax prepared cuss topics such as what is Alzheimer’s Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s, 2:30 pm disease, warning signs to look for, how to Feb. 10, Effective Communication manage behaviors, and to strategize about Strategies, 11:30 am; and 10 Warning by this friendly team at how to have difficult conversations. Signs of Alzheimer’s, 4 pm The programs are helpful for anyone Feb. 11, Healthy Living for Brain and experiencing signs of memory loss, their Body, 1 pm; and Living with Alzheimer’s family members who may be concerned, for Caregivers, Late Stage - Part 2, 6:30 pm David TaylorCPA INC and community members looking for The Alzheimer’s Association leads the more education. way to end Alzheimer’s and all other de- Tax & Planning Professionals All programs are free and open to the mentia – by accelerating global research, Bellville public. Registration is required. To register driving risk reduction and early detection, call 800-272-3900. and maximizing quality care and support. Feb. 1, Healthy Living for Brain and Its vision is a world without Alzheimer's Body, 3 pm; and Living with Alzheimer’s - and dementia. In Ohio, more than 600,000 419-886-3366 Younger Onset, 6 pm caregivers provide care for more than Feb. 2, Dementia Conversations,2:30 pm 220,000 loved ones. Visit alz.org or call Outstanding Service • Reasonable Rates Feb. 3, Understanding Alzheimer’s and 800-272-3900. 4 Thursday, January 28, 2021 Tribune-Courier Rensaissance announces auditions for West Side Story in Concert The Renaissance Theatre and Mansfield Auditionees are asked to prepare 16 Symphony have announced virtual audi- bars of a musical theatre song in the style tions for the 2021 West Side Story in of the show. Resume and video including Concert which will take place live on an introduction and audition can be sent stage March 20, 2021 at the Renaissance to [email protected] Theatre, Mansfield. Parties interested in submitting an audi- Auditions are open to performers ages tion should do so via an unlisted YouTube 16 and older. All diversities are encouraged video link with the subject heading “[Your to submit as the Renaissance maintains a Name] - West Side Story Audition policy of ethnically appropriate casting. Submission” Please do not include a video The following roles will be filled: file as an attachment in the email. Maria: Latina, late teens/early twenties, The deadline to submit an audition is classical soprano - Bflat3-C6 Tuesday, Feb. 2. Tony: Late teens/early twenties, classical Considered one of the greatest musicals tenor, B2-Bflat4 of all time, West Side Story is set amid the Anita: Latina, 20s-30s, mezzo, F3-D5 racial tensions in the slums of mid- Bernardo: Latino, 20s-30s, Bari- century New York City. tone/Tenor, Bflat2-Eflat4 With an unforgettable score by Leonard Riff: Late teens/early twenties, Bflat2-G4 Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim, it con- Ensemble of three men/three women tains such classics as One Hand One All roles are paid and all safety, Heart, I Feel Pretty, Tonight, Somewhere masking and social distancing policies are and Maria. strictly enforced. Rehearsals will begin The Renaissance Theatre is located at March 16–20, 2021. The performance is 138 Park Avenue West, Mansfield. For March 20 at 8 pm at the Renaissance more information visit rentickets.org or ONTARIO HIGH SCHOOL KEY CLUB made masks for all its members. The masks were Theatre. contact [email protected]. designed by Sunshine Liu. Modeling the masks are officers Ellie Maurer, Colton Geer, and Sunshine Liu. Richland released Richland Academy of the Arts has an- hope to continue to enrich the lives of all Our Family Serving Your Family for nounced the successful release of $15,672 who participate in our programs.” Five Generations Since 1872 in Tuition Assistance and Scholarships to Tuition Assistance at Richland Academy families who qualified for the Spring 2021 is made possible by Fundraisers, Designated semester. In an effort to offer quality arts Donations and the Neil Doerman education to all in the Mansfield and sur- Scholarship Trust, an endowed fund that rounding communities, Richland Academy helps hundreds of students each year in offers tuition assistance and scholarship their arts education journey. Those inter- opportunities year-round. ested in donating to the Tuition Assistance “There is importance in providing stu- program can contact the academy to help dents of all ages with opportunities to ex- “make the arts available to all.” Three Locations to Serve You plore the arts, whether it is through For more information on registering for Mansfield • 98 South Diamond St. • 419-522-5211 music, art, theatre, dance, or martial arts,” classes or lessons or on financial assistance Ontario •100 S. Lexington-Springmill Rd. • 419-529-2323 states Alli Lange, Richland Academy of options call 419-522-8224 or visit www.rich- Ashland the Arts Media and Marketing Coordinator. landacademy.com. Richland Academy is • 308 Claremont Avenue • 419-289-1552 “Richland Academy has been serving located at the corner of 4th and Walnut www.wappner.com the Mansfield and surrounding communi- St., Mansfield and was founded in 1991. It ties faithfully for over 30 years, and we is supported by the Ohio Arts Council. Church Directory l Bunkerhill Baptist Church Mayflower Congregational Church Ontario United Methodist Church 3340 St. Rt. 97, Butler • 567-430-9002 548 North McElroy Rd. • 419-589-6612 3540 Park Avenue West, Ontario • 419-529-4345 Pastor Thomas Crank Pastor Rev. Dr. Rich Rader Rev. Christine Bell 11 am Sunday Worship 9:15 am Sunday School • 10:30 am Sunday Worship Sunday Worship 10:15 am 10 am Sunday School Wednesday Bible Study 11 am Bible Study: Please check the website for current schedule Bible Study 7 pm Wednesdays www.mansfieldmayflower.com ontarioumc.com

Hillside First Church of God Lexington Presbyterian Church St. Paul Mansfield Lutheran - ELCA 2369 Bowman Rd., Mansfield • Pastor Glenn M. Phillips 35 West Church St., Lexington • 419-884-1330 ALL are welcome • “Living and Loving like Jesus” Sunday Worship 10 am • Wednesdays 6 pm Reverend James Randas 2010 Park Avenue West • 419-529-4351 [email protected] 10:30 am Sunday Worship Pastor Jonathan Stufft Sunday Worship 9:30 am St. Mary of the Snows Catholic Church Free breakfast 2nd Saturday each month, 9–10:30 am 1630 Ashland Rd., Mansfield • 419-589-2114 Risen Savior Lutheran Chruch www.stpaulmansfield.org Father Matthew Frisbee 1685 Lexington Ave., Mansfield • 419-775-1175 Saturday Worship, 4 pm and Sunday Worship 11 am Pastor Brad Wright • risensaviormansfield.com All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church Tuesday Worship 5:30 pm and Friday Worship 9 am 9 am Sunday Family Bible Time • 10 am Sunday Worship 25 Church St., Bellville Faith Instruction & Bible Study on Sunday Mornings Pastor William Humphrey www.mansfieldstmarys.org Sponsor Contributors: Sunday Services at 10:30 a.m. 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, January 28, 2021 5 RPH answers questions about vaccine Memorial Arrangements Submitted By Reed Richmond, vaccines, we have hope for a more normal future and a Health Education and Communications Specialist path to get there.” Donna Jean Ohio continues its plan to vaccinate millions of Why do I need a COVID-19 vaccine if I’ve already been Puckett residents against COVID-19 over the next six months. exposed to the virus? It’s unknown how long any COVID- Donna Jean (Hassler) Puckett, of This should bring us one step closer to the end of the 19 antibodies that are in your system may protect you Lexington, passed away on pandemic, but it doesn’t mean that we should be so from the virus, or how high the levels in your system Tuesday, January 19, 2021. quick to abandon established practices that slow the would need to be to offer you protection. There have Beloved wife of 49 years to spread. To be clear – even after you receive the COVID-19 been some reports of people that have been re-infected Richard Orbra Puckett - Honorable Korean War Veteran Coast Guard. vaccine, it’s important to continue behaviors like mask- with COVID-19, which indicates that the natural Loving daughter of the late Harold wearing and social distancing. immunity wears off over time. Also, it’s possible to get a and Nora Hassler; Sister in law of “There are several reasons why it’s safer for you, your false positive result on an antibody test, which may lead the late Judy Hostetler (Dan); aunt loved ones and the people in your community when of Mark Hostetler; Mother of you to believe that you have COVID-19 antibodies when Stephen and Christopher and the everyone continues to wear masks and social distance you actually don’t. late Thomas and David; grand- even if you’ve gotten a COVID-19 vaccine,” says Thomas mother of Danielle and Lillian; Bader, M.D., vice president of medical quality at Will a COVID-19 vaccine prevent me from getting sick Great Grandmother of Cameron Hackensack Meridian Health (www.hackensackmeridi- again? Yes, to some extent. Both mRNA vaccines were and Lillianna. All Services Private. found to be about 95% effective at protecting against www.ZMFH.com anhealth.org) “When everyone does their part to stop the spread of this virus – whether that means getting vacci- COVID-19. The vaccines train your body’s immune nated, wearing masks and staying six feet apart from system to identify a spike protein on the coronavirus that people outside of your household – it helps to keep our causes COVID-19 and fight it off, should it enter your sys- communities safer while we work to get the pandemic tem. You should expect to experience the full effects of Local bloodmobiles under control.” the vaccine’s immunity potential about two weeks after Why We Must Continue COVID Protective Measures you receive the second dose of the vaccine. Even if you scheduled for February 1. The vaccine doesn’t guarantee complete immunity do get an infection after vaccination, the vaccine will The American Red Cross typically has a tough time The currently authorized mRNA vaccines have been likely prevent the more severe forms of Covid. keeping the blood supply strong during the winter found to provide up to 95% immunity against COVID-19. How soon can I get a COVID-19 vaccine after I’ve been months when inclement weather and seasonal illnesses That means that there is still a small chance that you sick with the virus? If you’re actively sick with COVID- can impact donors. This year the pandemic adds in could get infected, so you need to continue to protect 19, or if you’ve just recovered, hold off for a while another challenge in keeping the blood supply strong. yourself while COVID-19 cases are high in your area. before getting vaccinated. Experts recommend that you The Red Cross is urging healthy individuals to make an Wearing a mask can limit your exposure to the virus, wait until you are fully recovered from your infection appointment to give blood or platelets this month. which should greatly lower your chances of becoming ill, and are no longer in isolation before you receive a Bloodmobiles are scheduled for even if you’ve been vaccinated. COVID-19 vaccine. Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1–6 pm, Lexington High School, 159 2. You might infect others with COVID-19 Given the limited vaccine supply and your natural im- Frederick St., Lexington It’s unclear whether or not people who receive the Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2–7 pm, Lucas Community Center, munity following your COVID infection, you may wish to COVID-19 vaccine have the ability to spread the virus to wait up to 90 days for the vaccine (so that others – who 252 West Main St., Lucas; and 1–7 pm, Richland Mall others, even if they don’t become sick themselves. RSMO, 2209 Richland Mall, Ontario have no immunity – can receive their vaccine now). Researchers are now studying whether the vaccines However, you are not required to wait 90 days. Thursday, Feb. 4, 8:30 am to 2:30 pm, St. Peter's High prevent asymptomatic transmission of the virus. School, 111 West First St., Mansfield If you’ve been vaccinated, it may be possible for Are there any other things that I can do to avoid getting Wednesday, Feb. 10, 1–7 pm, Richland Mall RSMO, enough of the virus to be present in your nose or mouth COVID-19 again? Before and after you receive a COVID-19 2209 Richland Mall, Ontario for you to unknowingly spread it to those around you, vaccine, follow the recommended safety guidelines (listed Make an appointment to give blood, platelets or even if you don’t experience symptoms. Until researchers earlier in this article) to lower your chances of plasma with the Red Cross by downloading the Red Cross confirm that this doesn’t happen, wearing a mask helps contracting the virus. It may be possible to become ill if Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1- you protect the people in your community who haven’t you’re exposed to COVID-19 after any antibodies in your 800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enabling the Blood received the vaccine yet. system wear off and before the vaccine takes full effect, Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device. 3. It takes time to achieve “herd immunity” about two weeks after your second injection. The Red Cross is testing blood, platelet and plasma do- For herd immunity to help stop the spread of COVID- nations for COVID-19 antibodies. 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To How to Continue to Protect Yourself protect the health and safety of staff and donors, it is im- For those reasons, it’s critical to continue doing every- for you. portant that individuals who do not feel well or believe thing you can to protect yourself and your family. That LET’S TALK TODAY. they may be ill with COVID-19 postpone donation. includes continuing to wear a mask over your nose and Each Red Cross blood drive and donation center mouth when you’re around people from outside your follows high standards of safety and infection control, household, stay 6 feet away from people who aren’t from and additional precautions – including temperature your household, limit the time you spend in indoor checks, social distancing and face coverings for donors spaces, especially poorly ventilated ones, avoid crowds and staff – have been implemented to help protect the and close contact with people from outside your health of all those in attendance. 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The boys reached the top of the leader board with 186 points, followed by Shelby with 130 points, Marion Pleasant 103, Marion Harding 63, Galion 57 and River Valley at 30. Ontario posted five meet records and had four swimmers as quadruple winners. Will Bolin, Colin Cordrey, Brienne Trumpower, and Tiffany Whittaker all had two individual wins plus were part of two relays. Trumpower swam meet records in all of her events. Seniors Will Bolin and Gregory Tan led the team with Bolin at 20 points placing first in both the 50 free and 100 fly. Tan added 18 points placing first in the 100 free and second in the 50 free. Both also contributed 40 additional points with 200 and 400 free relays. Sophomore Colin Cordrey scored 20 points with first places in 200 free and 100 back. Junior Evan Trumpower added 18 points with two second places in the 200 IM and 100 breast. Alex Matthes placed first in his 500 free adding 15 points. Alex Rose with 14, Dylan Damron 13,and Duncan Mclean 10. Ontario took first place in all boys relays. 200 Medley Relay: Colin Cordrey, Evan Trumpower, Dylan Damron and Alex Rose. 200 Free Relay: Evan Trumpower, Alex ONTARIO BOYS SWIM TEAM members are front, Duncan McClean and Alex Matthes; and back, Dylan Damron, Rose, Gregory Tan and Will Bolin. 400 Free Relay: Will Colin Cordrey, Will Bolin, Gregory Tan, Alex Rose and Evan Trumpower. Bolin, Dylan Damron, Colin Cordrey and Gregory Tan. The girls reached the top of the leader board with 177 points. Followed by Shelby with 138 points, Galion 131, River Valley 66, Marion Harding 46 and Marion Pleasant 26. Leading the girls with 20 points each, junior Tiffany Whittaker placed first in the 500 free and 100 breast; sophomore Brie Trumpower placed first in the 50 and 100 free. Senior Amy Evans contributed 18 points with first place in the 100 fly and second place in the 200 IM. Natalie Link added 15 points with her first place in the 200 free. Juniors Ava Ruhe and Shelby Keever helped the team by adding 8 points in their individual events and 60 points for three first place relays along with teammates. Haley Damron and Jayden Dechert each scored 11 points. Adding points to the board were Lexi Johnson with 5 points and Riley Them with 3 points. Ontario girls also took first in the 200 Medley Relay Shelby Keever, Tiffany Whittaker, Amy Evans and Ava Ruhe. 200 Free Relay Brie Trumpower, Shelby Keever, Tiffany Whittaker and Ava Ruhe. 400 Free Relay Brie ONTARIO GIRLS SWIM TEAM Trumpower, Amy Evans, Natalie Link and Ava Ruhe. members are front, Natalie Link, Lexi Johnson and Amy Evans; and back, Ava Ruhe, MOAC records were broken in the girls 200 Medley Tiffany Whittaker, Jayden Dechert, Haley Damron, Brie Trumpower, Riley Them, Shelby Keever and Ellie Martinez. Relay, 200 Free Relay. First place All-MOAC swims went to: Natalie Link, 200 free Colin Cordrey, 200 free and 100 back Brienne Trumpower, 50 and 100 free, meet records in both Will Bolin, 50 free and 100 fly Amy Evans, 100 fly Greg Tan, 100 free Tiffany Whittaker, 500 free and 100 breastroke Alex Matthes, 500 free Shelby Keever, Whittaker, Evans, Ava Ruhe, 200 medley relay meet record Cordrey, Evan Trumpower, Dylan Damron, Alex Rose, 200 medley relay B. Trumpower, Keever, Whittaker, Ruhe, 200 free relay meet record E. Trumpower, Rose, Tan, Bolin, 200 free relay 400 Free Relay Champs and new MOAC league record (Continued on Page 8) Ava Ruhe Trumpower, Evans, Link, Ruhe Tribune-Courier Thursday, January 28, 2021 7 Tribune-Courier Sports Highlights

THE ONTARIO HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING TEAM held a Senior Night celebration Jan. 20. Ontario wrestling seniors are Nate Hayes-Poole, Brennan Strickler and Carter Kroll.

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T-C Staff/Bud Motter ONTARIO'S WILL BOLIN will have a day to remember as he was on the winning team for two relays and also won two individual events. He won the 50 freestyle (23:01) , 100 butterfly (59:85) and in the relays 200 freestyle relay (1:36.29) and 400 freestyle (3:36.84). Both the girls and boys were top scorers in the swimming event. Girls: Ontario 177, ONTARIO HIGH SCHOOL competed in an indoor track meet in Youngstown. OHS Shelby 138, Galion 131, River Valley 66, Marion Harding 46 and Pleasant 26. Boys: distance runners are Miles Miesse, Owen Vick, Ariah Reuer, Ellie Maurer and Cori Wentz. Ontario 186, Shelby 130, Pleasant 103, Marion Harding 63, Galion 57 and River Valley 30. 8 Thursday, January 28, 2021 Tribune-Courier Tribune-Courier Sports Highlights

By Kenn Spencer Please register as soon as possible. The deadline is quickly approaching for spring soccer and we are seeing a great number of registrations coming in this past week. Feb. 1 is our last day to register without a late fee, so make sure to get those registrations in. OYS would like to suggest having your soccer athlete try on his/her uniform in the next few days to ensure proper fit for this spring season. Any uniform needs and/or questions can be emailed to [email protected]. If you or someone you know is having trouble getting registered, please contact us before Feb. 1. Warriors: Any softball or baseball player interested in open gym is invited to join. This is an open gym so T-C Staff/Bud Motter parents must stay around and hopefully participate. MANSFIELD CHRISTIAN SENIOR Derric Taylor, due to Athletes will be able to practice with a pitching machine an injury, was only able to play for a short time in the and do some light fielding. See OYS Facebook for more MCS Flames vs. Kingsway Chistian of Orrville at MCS on information or call our baseball commissioner at 419- Jan. 23. Derric puts up a shot that found the net for three 610-1091. points. After scoring, Derric went to the bench to cheer Middle school baseball and softball registration is off fellow teammates on. The MCS Flames won 75–42. and running. If you have an athlete that attends Ontario Schools, please consider signing him/her up for this pro- T-C Staff/Bud Motter gram. The Middle School season starts in March and will •Teams sweep championship TEMPLE CHRISTIAN freshman Mia Smith (23) makes her end toward the middle of May. The middle school (Continued from Page 6) way to the basket during the Temple Christian Crusaders program is a great way for athletes to have tons of fun game against Fredericktown during a varsity game with their classmates and gain valuable experience on B. Trumpower, Evans, Link, Ruhe, 400 free relay meet record played at Temple. Defending for the Freddies was Gabby the ball field. Cut off for this registration is Feb. 1. Bolin, Damron, Cordrey, Tan, 400 free relay Daniels (20). The Crusaders lost to a talented Recreation baseball and softball registration is going on Second place All- MOAC went to: Fredericktown, made up of mostly juniors and seniors, Shelby Keever, 100 back 76–12. now. OYS is looking for boys and girls between 4–14 years old. All home games are played at Marshall Park Amy Evans, 200 IM and/or Stowell Park in Ontario. Evan Trumpower, 200 IM and 100 breastroke Tomahawk baseball registration is still going strong at Greg Tan, 50 free www.oysports.com. OYS tomahawk programs are for in- Honorable Mention went to: dividuals with physical and intellectual challenges. Any Dylan Damron, 100 fly individual with a physical or intellectual challenge may Alex Rose, 100 free and back participate. Please call 419-566-8072 for more information. We are happy to announce that we are bringing back The Warriors host a 12 team Invitational this Saturday, our Community Movie Night on Aug. 8, tentatively. We Jan. 30 at 10 am. are asking for the communities help in picking out the movie, please email [email protected] with your family’s choice for the 2021 Movie Night. •When registering, do not create an account unless you have not registered in the past – please use your password and login from previous seasons. •Follow us on Facebook. Sign-ups are posted regularly. •Watch the Tribune-Courier each week for updates. •Sign up on WMFD OYS text to your cell where we text sign up information on a regular basis. •Create an account on www.oysports.com. Once regis- tered, log-in 24/7 and see what sports are available for your athlete. •Call the sports director at 419-566-8072. 200 Medley Relay Champs • New MOAC league record Whittaker, Evans, Keever, Ruhe

T-C Staff/Bud Motter MANSFIELD CHRISTIAN senior Logan Cyphers (11) adds to his total of 19 points during the Flames vs. Kingsway Christian varsity game played in the Furnace. Defending for Kingsway was Zach Zuercher (12). The Flames had little trouble putting away Kingsway Christian 74–42. and were led by senior Logan Cyphers with 19 points which included four three pointers followed by Colin Comstock with 15 points including two threes, Aman Davis with 11 points and Zack Yoho with 9 MOAC Senior Girls 200 Free Relay Champs • New MOAC league record points including one three. Link, Johnson, Evans Whittaker, Keever, Ruhe, Trumpower Tribune-Courier Thursday, January 28, 2021 9

Wedgewood Drive, Apt. 3, effective and efficient in obtain- Columbus, Ohio, and whose ing the best price. The repre- Classifieds present address cannot be as- sentative of the City for the certained, will take notice that purpose of internet sales is: William L. Mills, Plaintiff, has Jeff Wilson the Des Moines Register, a filed Case No. 2020-DIV-0641 Service-Safety Director HELP WANTED newspaper published in the against her in the Richland 555 Stumbo Road —————————— Iowa county of Polk. County Common Pleas Court, Ontario, Ohio 44906 Domestic Relations Division for 419-529-2495 Part-Time MICHAEL CHARVAT Divorce. Defendant is required Servicesafetydirector@ Advertising Representative The State of Tennessee, to answer said Complaint with- ontarioohio.org The Tribune-Courier is looking Department of Children’s in twenty-eight (28) days after Services, has filed a Petition for the last publication. Answer Jeff Wilson for a motivated person to con- Service-Safety Director tact local businesses by Temporary Legal Custody and date will be March 18, 2021. Ex Parte Order against you re- City of Ontario, Ohio phone/email/in-person visit to 1-14, 28 ‘21 (33L) aquire advertising. Hours are garding the children, Lillian C. Jeffrey A. Underwood —————————— very flexible, work from home. and Keith C., removing the chil- (ID No. 0066514) Pay is by commission on ads dren and alleging that you have 362 Lexington Avenue NOTICE OF sold. Email tribune@tribune- abandoned the children and Mansfield, Ohio 44907 PUBLIC HEARING courier.com for more informa- that the children are and/or Attorney for Plaintiff Notice is hereby given that a tion or to schedule an interview. were dependent and neglected 1-14, 21, 28 2-4, 11, 18, ‘21 (26L) public hearing will be held be- —————————— in your care and custody. It ap- —————————— fore Council of the City of pears that ordinary process of NOTICE OF INTENT TO Ontario, during the Regular OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE law cannot be served upon you SELL UNNEEDED, Meeting at 7:00 p.m. on —————————— because your whereabouts are OBSOLETE OR UNFIT Wednesday, March 3, 2021, 1,000 sq. ft. office space located unknown. You are, therefore, MUNICIPAL PERSONAL at the Ontario Municipal in the front portion of 347 Allen ordered to respond by filing an PROPERTY BY INTERNET Build ing, 555 North Stumbo Dr., Ontario. Rental will have Answer to the Petition filed SALE/AUCTION Road, upon a proposal to own private restroom, front and against you. A copy of the DURING amend Section 1137.05 side entrance. Room is a large Petition may be obtained at the CALENDAR YEAR 2021 Business District (b) (1) Per - office of the County Clerk, Notice is hereby given that mitted Uses and (c) Con - open area. 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The for cash, shipping or delivery last date of publication will be shall be the responsibility of Cathy VanAuker IN THE JUVENILE COURT February 4, 2021, and the purchaser, and the sales Clerk of Council OF HAMBLEN COUNTY, February 4, 2021, respectively. shall be made through web- City of Ontario, Ohio TENNESSEE Hospice receives grant Your Answer must be filed with- sites as determined to be most 1-28 ‘21 (21L) in thirty (30) days after that. If The New London Rotary’s Area United Fund has ap- STATE OF TENNESSEE no Answer is filed, a Default DEPARTMENT OF Judgment will be taken against proved a grant in the amount of $900 to fund the CHILDREN’S SERVICES you on April 28, 2021, and a purchase of a chest manikin which will be used to train PETITIONER v. No.: J200064 hearing will be set without fur- Hospice of North Central Ohio’s (HNCO’s) front line ther notice to you. IN THE MATTER OF: nurses on chest ports and subclavian ports. LILIAN CHARVAT, DOB: Enter this the 16th Day of The grant is made possible through the efforts of the 01/09/2010 December 2020. 2020–’21 NLRAUF campaign. The mission of the fund KEITH CHARVAT, DOB: is to “Support New London area through education, 08/13/2012 Honorable Janice H. Snider PHENEX WARD, DOB: Juvenile Court Judge community involvement, service and outreach to those in need.” 02/02/2016 PREPARED FOR ENTRY: CHILDREN UNDER EIGHT- Chris Lawson, BPR # 035222 As the area’s oldest and largest non-profit hospice or- EEN (18) YEARS OF AGE Assistant General Counsel ganization, Hospice of North Central Ohio has served ORDER OF PUBLICATION Department of thousands of families with end-of-life and Palliative care, Children’s Services It appearing to the Court from bereavement programs and services since 1988. 613 W. Highway 11-E, Suite 1 Headquartered at 1021 Dauch Dr., in Ashland, Hospice the allegations of the Petition in New Market, TN 37820 this cause and the affidavit of (865) 606-1629 of North Central Ohio serves more than 200 patients daily the Petitioner that the where- 1-14, 21, 28 2-4, ‘21 (79L) in Ashland, Crawford, Huron, Knox, Morrow and abouts of the Respondent are —————————— unknown and that ordinary Richland counties who are living with chronic and LEGAL NOTICE terminal illnesses. Additionally, free continuous bereave- process of law cannot be Lin Frary served upon MICHAEL CHAR- Clerk of Richland County ment services are provided for hundreds of families of VAT, it is, therefore, ordered Common Pleas Court hospice patients and to anyone in the community experi- that Respondent be served by Division of Domestic Relations publication of the following no- encing grief. tice for four (4) consecutive Mansfield, Ohio 44902 Call 800-952-2207 for more information. 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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.” 10 Thursday, January 28, 2021 Tribune-Courier Pioneer launches sophomore virtual tour experience Covid-19 has caused many challenges also apply anytime on the new simplified in the past year. Specifically for private application by visiting Pioneer’s website schools and schools of choice, a new ob- www.go2pioneer.com. stacle is on the horizon: How do schools Pioneer Ambassadors will be working that don't have a guaranteed enrollment with students from Ashland, Buckeye find ways to reach prospective students Central, Bucyrus, Colonel Crawford, and families? Crestline, Crestview, Galion, Lexington, Pioneer Career and Technology Center Lucas, Northmor, Ontario, Plymouth, found itself asking these same questions Shelby, Willard, Wynford, and any other in October when it began thinking about school that would like to discuss the op- the 2021–’22 school year. As with every- portunities available at Pioneer from Jan. thing else, it will be done a little differently 19–Feb. 25. During sophomore visits, a this year with a creative approach that Pioneer Ambassador will inform sopho- turns obstacles into opportunities. mores that students at Pioneer Career and Traditionally during the month of Technology Center participate in clubs, ac- January sophomore students from 14 part- tivities and sports at their current school, ner schools visit Pioneer and learn what as well as participating in activities and ONTARIO MIDDLE program most excites them and relates to clubs at Pioneer that include Health School seventh grade their career goals. However, to avoid the Occupations Students of America (HOSA), students reviewed Klon - potential spread of Covid-19, Pioneer de- Student Council, National Technical Honor dike gold rush terms assoc- cided to take a new approach to the visita- Society, Business Professionals of America iated with the infor- tion experience. (BPA), FFA, SkillsUSA and more. mational texts they have Thanks to hard work of the staff and Additionally ambassadors will also assist been studying in liter - students Pioneer is excited to be unveiling sophomores and answer questions as ature. Students worked in its brand new Virtual Visitation Experience sophomores virtually explore Pioneer. pairs, completing a Klon- to each of its local partner schools at the Pioneer Career and Technology Center dike Gold Rush Diction start of next week. crossword. OMS students has been providing quality career-technical working together are (top This year during sophomore visits, a education to high school juniors and photo) Brinlee Kre ger and Pioneer Ambassador will meet with stu- seniors for over 50 years. By being able to Alex Porter and (bottom dents at the partner schools and will assist adapt and offer such an impressive Virtual photo) Phoebe Platner and them as they visit four Career-Technical Visitation Experience it is clear that they Morgan Pearson. Labs of their choosing virtually. During will continue to be an asset to the greater that time every sophomore student will area for the next 50 years. have the opportunity to “walk the halls” Visit Pioneer’s website at www.go2pio- of Pioneer and interact with over 35 neer.com to complete the experience your- Career Technical lab programs. self or call Pioneer at 419-347-7744 to Honor and Merit Rolls Additional lab visits may be done at learn more about Pioneer. home with their parents as well as the The link to the Virtual Career Tech lab Bonham, Mahala Boothe, Alyssa Carroll* 360° virtual tour of the entire Pioneer and Pioneer building tours is found at St. Peter’s Parish & (4.0), Audrey Couch* (4.0), Griffin building. These tours are available anytime, https://www.pctc.k12.oh.us/your-future- Cruthchfield, Grace Dix* (4.0), My’kia 24/7, on Pioneer’s website. Students can starts-at-pioneer. School Letlow* (4.0), Kiersten Pitcher, Sean Putt, Logan Rhodes, Elijah Selser* (4.0), Natalie Second grading period VanDyne, Andrew Wendt and Dominic Wendt Second Honors: MaKenna Coontz, Terrie News Briefs in Education St. Peter’s School released this week the Feagin, Angelo Gasper, Kanija Green, Mik’a names of the students who achieved honor Letlow, Makenzie Hardin, Paige Richardson Miami University awarded degrees to isfactory courses) in a semester. roll status for the second quarter of the 2020- and Kiyah Wentz students during virtual fall commencement On this list are Bridget Mickley of 21 school year. Students with an asterisk af- Freshmen — First Honors: Camryn Beauford, on Dec. 11, 2020 Bellville and Trinity Turner of Mansfield. ter their name achieved straight “As.” Caelyn Brubaker* (4.0), Katherine Bryant* Gabriel Porter of Lexington graduated ★ Students who achieved a 4.0-grade point aver- (4.0), James Jerger, Tamera Lindsay, Analina age are also noted in the list. Overall, 59% of with a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring Heidelberg University has announced McCabe* (4.0), Zora Mills* (4.0), Josephine in English: Creative Writing the names of 422 students who have St. Peter’s School students in Grades 5-12 Reef* (4.0), Gisele Ward* (4.0) and Trinity achieved academic honors. Withrow-Gremling* (4.0) Jacob Strickler of Lexington graduated earned academic recognition on the fall Cum Laude, University Honorswith a BA semester dean's list. Included on the list Seniors — First Honors: Cecelia Baldasare*, Second Honors: Elijah Evage and Shariya Caden Brubaker* (4.0), Cara Brubaker* (4.0), Owens Interactive Media Studies degree, majoring are Jalen Trammell, sophomore, business Charles Couch* (4.0), Donavon Duncan, Eigth Grade — First Honors: Magnolia in Interactive Media Studies administration; and Allison Wiggins, junior, Katherine Elliott, Grant Farragher* (4.0), Chamberlin* (4.0), Callina Francis* (4.0), ★ music, both of Ontario. Gavin Foltz*, Albree Grose*, Kennedy Blade Hedrick*, Sania Jefferson, Joshua Joshua Hassmann of Mansfield has been Hatfield, Isabella Kern* (4.0), Mackenzie Laux* (4.0), Madison Osborne*, Nicholas Osborne, Sydney Phillips, Sydney Rizzo* named to the fall 2020 quarter dean’'s list Montanez, Zachary Newton, Alayna Rickly, at Palmer College of Chiropractic’s Florida Julia Rizzo, Celeigh Roberts, Teaira Ross, (4.0) and Kelly Wolboldt Katherine Schonhardt, Izabella Smith, Emily Second Honors: Rayden Baltazar, Kaylee campus in Port Orange. Tanchevski* and Audrey VanDyne Bond, Lilian Colarosa, Carter Fesler and ★ Second Honors: Emilee Bodnar, Molly Lamy’yah Lindsay Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) Vitcusky and Madalynn Yeager. Seventh Grade — First Honors: Tiffany released the president’s honors list and the Juniors — First Honors: Madison Bays* (4.0), Clemons, Conner Fournier* (4.0) and Olivia dean’s honors list for autumn semester Lamaiya Boswell Laux 2020 to recognize students who demon- Jacob Culp, Makayla Hall*, John Harris, Second Honors: Brooklyn Jackson, Braylon Elijah Jensen, Zachary Keffalas, Ahmani Patterson, Heaven Taylor and Chelsea strate outstanding academic achievement. Mitchell, Alana Mitchell, Kendall Nolen* Williams To qualify for the president’s list, (4.0), Bryan Phillips, Danielle Powell*, Ross Sixth Grade — First Honors: Meredith Rizzo*, students must earn a grade point average Pruettmiller, Corey Schenkelberg, Isaac Abigail Farragher, Kendyll Renz and Callahan of 4.0 and have completed six or more Stampfli, Malaki Stanfield, Natalie Cavanaugh credit hours (excluding satisfactory/unsat- of Mansfield Tanchevski*, Nakyrah Williams and Kellen Second Honors: Madelyn Yoha, Brayden isfactory courses) in a semester. On this Young* (4.0) Madden and Ta’Neyah Hammock list is MacKenzie Martin of Bellville. Providing Nursing Second Honors: Elizabeth Dauterman, Emma Fifth Grade— First Honors: Madeline Levron*, Fesler, Alexander Garcia, Charles Schonhardt Remington Hedrick, David Crundwell and To qualify for the dean’s list, students & Rehab Services and James Williams Dominic Stoner must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or Sophomores — First Honors: Adrian Allen* Second Honors: Quinn Chamberlin and higher and have completed six or more 419-747-2666 (4.0), Erin Belmer, Payton Bodnar, Gianni Andrew Meade credit hours (excluding satisfactory/unsat- Tribune-Courier Thursday, January 28, 2021 11

T-C Staff/Bud Motter TRUCKIN’ TRAV (Travis Moore) celebrated his new food truck with a ribbon cutting. Moore lost his first truck in a fire this past September on Rt. 30. With insurance funds, he purchased a new truck and painted it himself. He opened his first food truck in August of 2018. The truck is open year-round. Truckin’ Trav can be found every Friday night at the Phoenix Brewing Company and at some Auto Zones throughout the week. At the ribbon cutting were Jodi Perry of the Chamber of Commerce, Travis Moore, Phil Scott (acting Mansfield mayor) and Mansfield Safety Service Director Lori Cope. ONTARIO FOURTH GRADE STUDENTS from Tonya Winningham's room tried headcheese. They learned about how headcheese is made from reading a book called Little House in the Big Woods by Laura Ingalls Wilder. Students had mixed reviews, but most said it was okay and tasted a lot like ham. (Masks were off only when distanced and eating the headcheese.) Students are (left photo) Zoey Shaffer and (right photo) Penny Wilging.

T-C Staff/Bud Motter BEFORE THE MANSFIELD CHRISTIAN VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL game against Kingsway, five seniors were honored: Colin Comstock, Logan Cyphers, Jace Craner, Zack Yoho and Derric Taylor. Theaker to lead Pioneer board in 2021 The Pioneer Career and Technology cated in the Glenna R. Cannon Center Board of Education met Jan. 13 for Administrative Center at Pioneer. an organizational meeting. The Pioneer Board of Education consists The Oath of Office was administered to of representatives named from Mid-Ohio reappointed members Mary Jean Theaker Educational Service Center (6), Bucyrus and John Kime. Douglas Theaker was City Schools (1), Willard City Schools (1), elected as board president for 2021 and Galion City Schools (1), Shelby City Richard Prater was elected as vice president. Schools (1) and Crestline Exempted Village Mike Grady was appointed as the leg- School District (1). islative liaison for 2021 and Mary Jean Pioneer Career and Technology Center Theaker as the student achievement has been providing career-technical edu- liaison. Bill Hope, Margie Prater and cation to high school juniors and seniors Douglas Theaker were appointed to the fi- for over 50 years. It serves over 1,100 stu- nance audit committee. dents enrolled in over 35 Career Tech The Board of Education established the Programs and representing 14 partner Photos by Jeff Hoffer date and time of the regular board schools and offers adult education pro- THESE PHOTOS of hay bale art were taken on St. Rt. 97 and Dill Rd., Bellville. The Clear meetings as the third Monday of the grams. Visit www.PioneerCTC.edu for in- Fork FFA made the creations. month, 7 pm in the Community Room lo- formation. 12 Thursday, January 28, 2021 Tribune-Courier LOOKING BACK: This Week in Tribune-Courier History

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Feb. 3, ‘67

Feb. 3, ‘67

January 28, 1986 — At 11:38 am EST the space shuttle Challenger lifts off from Cape Canaveral, FL, and Christa McAuliffe was on her way to becoming the first ordinary U.S. civilian to travel into space. McAuliffe, a 37-year-old high school social studies teacher from New Hampshire, won a competition that earned her a place among the seven-member crew of the Challenger. She underwent months of shuttle training but then, beginning Jan. 23, was forced to wait six days as the Challenger‘s launch countdown was repeatedly delayed because of weather and technical problems. On Jan. 28, the shuttle lifted off. Seventy-three seconds later, hundreds on the ground, stared in disbelief as the shuttle broke up in a forking plume of smoke and fire. Millions more watched the tragedy unfold on live television. There were no survivors.