TRIBUNE-COURIER RICHLAND COUNTY’S ONLY LOCALLY-OWNED NEWSPAPER • SINCE 1961 [email protected] 04.01.21

It Is Finished Three simple words were spoken on the cross that day. Three words from the Savior’s lips that would shine and lead the way. “It is finished” is what He said through His agony and pain. “It is finished” came from His lips and it’s the last words He would say. Oh yes, “it is finished” and the old ways are left behind. Our spirit is now renewed seeing now where once we were blind. Those three words He spoke that day are the most powerful words of all. When Jesus said “it is finished” He tore down every evil wall. So my friend, “it is finished” T-C Staff/Bud Motter and Jesus paid the price. KRIS BARCROFT, CATHY BOYER, BRENDA NADLER AND BARB KELLER help distribute Easter baskets at Trinity United Methodist Church in the Madison area on Saturday, March 27. For over 30 years the church has been giving He died for all our sins back to the community during the Easter season. Cathy Boyer said, “This year we prepared 500 baskets and if we run and to give us a new life. out, we will be giving vouchers for children to come back and get one. Each basket has a craft, book and activity in it Charlotte M Wilson, Easter 2021 as well as candy. With 12 helpers we had them all ready by the end of February.” This year’s baskets were handed out to children who collected them from their vehicle. The distribution drew a large crowd but the church was ready with an organized solution, having vehicles park in the nearby Madison High School parking lot to be checked-in before arriving at the church. Madison board accepts donations The Madison Local School District Board of Education Mico Castelvetere, half assistant varsity softball coach, met Wednesday, March 24, in the Madison Middle School resigned, effective Feb. 18, 2021. Auditeria. The board approved the non-renewal of non-M.L.E.A. Board president Tim Wigton called the meeting to supplemental contracts. These are Michelle Byus, varsity order and led the Pledge of Allegiance. The girls’ soccer cheer advisor; Trae Coopwood, assistant varsity wrestling team was recognized by athletic director Doug Rickert coach; Bethany Cuthbertson, music assistant (Ramettes); and presentations were given by Patricia Tresey, special Brian Davis, head varsity girls’ basketball coach; Tim services director; and Allison Schleichert, preschool direc- Deel, head seventh grade football coach; Kalvin Gordon, tor/special services coordinator. assistant varsity football coach; Tommy Hill, girls’ tennis A donation of a Weider Pro 4950 Weight System coach; Demi Huss, ninth grade cheer advisor; Zachary Exerciser for the athletic department was accepted from Huff, head varsity girls’ soccer coach; Cheyenne Hunt, as- David Wilson. A donation of $25,000 from The Catherine sistant varsity cheer advisor; Tommy J. Hunt, head ninth L. and Edward A. Lozick Foundation for the Precision grade football coach; Chad Hutcheson, head nintth grade Kingwood Center Machining/CNC program was also accepted. PR Machine football coach; Jordan Monica, half assistant varsity (JV) Works donated 2,550 pounds of scrap steel for the Career girls’ soccer coach; Bryan Mosier, head varsity wrestling Gardens extends hours Tech and Adult Career Center welding technology coach, half assistant varsity football coach and half fall Kingwood Center Gardens has announced the extension programs and The Gorman-Rupp Company donated scrap equipment manager; Dustin Moysi, assistant varsity (JV) of its hours of operation, effective now through October. steel for the Career Tech and Adult Career Center welding boys’ soccer coach; Kelly O’Brien, half assistant varsity Kingwood will be open daily 10 am to 7 pm and technology programs. (JV) girls’ soccer coach; Zachary Sendelbach, assistant Kingwood Hall is open for self-guided tours 10 am to 5 Tasco Thompson & Sons Company donated 300 varsity wrestling coach; Rylie Shaffner, ninth grade vol- pm. The Gateway Café, Garden & Gift Shop and Display pounds of scrap steel and Charter Next Generation leyball coach; Leroy Smith, assistant varsity girls’ Greenhouses will be open daily from 10 am to 6:30 pm. donated scrap steel. Both will be used for the Career Tech basketball coach, assistant varsity football coach; Travis General garden admission continues to be $5 per and Adult Career Center welding technology programs. Stantz, head eighth grade boys’ basketball coach and Paul person; admission is free for children 12 years and under Five hundred pounds of scrap steel was donated from Webb, head seventh grade boys’ basketball coach and for Kingwood members. The Biro Manufacturing Company for the Career Tech The board approved non-renewal of Jennifer Branstetter Admissions will only be at the Trimble Rd. entrance. and Adult Career Center welding technology programs. and Katie Wade’s senior class advisors supplemental con- Guests enter through Kingwood’s Garden Gateway, the Robin Klenk, Treasurer, gave her report and approval tracts in compliance with M.L.E.A. contract. new visitor center. Enjoy offerings at the Gateway Café was given for the monthly financial report, appropriation A supplemental positions was awarded for the and the Garden & Gift Shop without paying garden ad- modifications and Resolution accepting the amount and 2020–’21 school year to Andrea Gerich, half assistant mission. rules as determined by the budget commission and au- varsity softball coach, pending proper certification, paper- The first Monday of every month is Free First Monday. thorizing the necessary tax levies and certifying them to work and background check. Everyone is admitted free of charge. Kingwood participates the county auditor. The appointments of the following substitute teachers in the Museums For All program which provides $1 ad- The retiremements of Todd Cortelletti, high school on an “on call” basis, as needed for the 2020–’21 school missions to those with an Ohio Direction Card and photo social studies, and Lori Stephenson, MS ELA, were year were approved by the board: Esther Abel, (long term ID. For more information visit kingwoodcenter.org or call accepted by the board effective June 1, 2021. (Continued on Page 7) 419-522-0211. 2 Thursday, April 1, 2021 Tribune-Courier

A multiple Oscar nominee this year is from Anthony’s point of view, leaving the The Father. Now available on VOD and in viewer confused and unsure about what is select theaters this is the story of an happening, but that is the point. Much of elderly man named Anthony this is due to how well the as he deals with the effects movie is edited which has to of suffering from dementia be one of its best qualities and his daughter Anne for this story to work. (Olivia Colman) trying to The movie also gets very help him through this terrible emotional at times, especially illness. near the end, and while the Anthony Hopkins plays film may be described as de- Anthony and, usually with pressing it’s a movie that I someone like Hopkins who personally will tell everyone has such an expansive his- to watch and few films are tory of terrific performances able to do that. Even though it would be suspicious to this movie is based on a say that The Father is one of play, it translates very well the best performances of his to film. THE GAS STATION where the murder was committed was originally a Linco brand and career, but that truly is the Hopkins beautiful, heart- later a Gulf station. case. Hopkins is just brilliant breaking performance is the in the movie. He runs the gamut of emo- centerpiece of this movie and it’s a shame tions, sometimes all in one short scene. To there is such competition in the best actor see someone like Hopkins who has played Oscar category this year because he The Case of the 1959 Murder such iconic roles and made such iconic should be a shoo in for his second Oscar. By Bob Carter Penelton and the gun, he became excited films to be giving us one of the best per- The Father is a wonderful movie about and the murderer ended up confessing to formances of his career in his 80s is a terrible disease that affects too many In June of 1959, a terrible tragedy the murder on the same day as his death. simply awesome. people and Hopkins gives one of the top 3 struck Lexington. Chester Chalfant ran a Penelton was sentenced to die in the Colman also does very fine work as his performances of his career and along with Gulf gas station at the top of Delaware St. electric chair and Ohio Governor Michael daughter Anne. She hits all the right Colman’s wonderful supporting work and The building was torn down when the V. DiSallie visited him in prison and points and we completely believe she Zeller’s top notch story telling, The Father present car wash was built. decided not to commute his sentence. On wants the best for her father. The movie is has my highest recommendation and is an On that warm June day, H.D. Penelton March 17, 1961, H.D. Penelton was the directed by first time director Florian excellent movie about a difficult subject stopped at Chalfant's station and the two last person in the State of Ohio to die in Zeller who adapted this movie from his matter. were watching a ball game on TV. An argu- the electric chair. Little satisfaction was own French stage play in 2012. Zeller co- Look for The Entertainment Examiner’s ment erupted over a bet on the ballgame and felt by the Chalfant family. writer the script with Christopher Hampton video posts on YouTube. Penelton shot Chalfant twice in the head. Chalfant had been planning to retire who also helmed a film like 1988’s Penelton was later arrested in Mansfield and move to Florida with his wife. Ruth Dangerous Liaisons. driving a stolen car and police found the Chalfant was to be seen daily walking The entire structure of the story is so gun used in the murder inside the glove from her red brick home on E. Main St. to unique and may be one of the best films compartment. Penelton had just been the Lexington Cemetery where her husband ever made about dementia. The story is paroled after three years in the Ohio State was buried. It appeared to cemetery work- Reformatory. He had only been free for ers she was talking or perhaps offering a three weeks when he murdered Chalfant. prayer for her beloved Chester. She did Chester, paralyzed, was in the hospital this daily for nearly 30 years until she fi- Legislation on county flexibility and and could only respond to questions by nally joined her husband in February of blinking his eyes. Shown a picture of 1992. energy cost-savings passes Ohio House State Representative Marilyn John’s supporters of the bill that gave testimony (R-Richland County) legislation allowing on it included the County Commissioners Happy Birthday! more flexibility for counties and assisting Association of Ohio. them against rising energy costs passed Along with John, State Rep. Jason April 6 — David Wolford, Madison unanimously in the Ohio House. John Stephens (R-Kitts Hill) serves as a joint spoke to the bipartisan bill on the sponsor of the bill in addition to nearly 30 other cosponsors. The legislation now heads FREE Birthday Listing: Email [email protected] House floor. to submit a name for the birthday list. “It establishes an exemption for utility to the Senate for further consideration. supply contracts entered into under a joint purchasing program,” said John. “Currently, Vol. 60 No. 26 county utility supply contracts are limited Your first step home Tribune-Courier to 10 years. This legislation would exempt AND contracts from the 10 year limit. Madison Tribune Additionally, this limitation does not apply begins with us to the state, municipalities, and townships; Richland County’s Only Locally-Owned Weekly Newspaper • Established 1961 it only applies to counties.” Voted #1 Serving Ontario, Lexington, Madison, Bellville and Butler Communities John noted that these agreements will Medicare Rehab Center in Madison, Mifflin, Springfield, Troy, Washington and Jefferson Townships allow counties to lock in a portion of their energy loads for county facilities and ag- in Our Area PO Box 127, Ontario, Ohio 44862-0127 • 347 Allen Dr. • Phone 419-529-2847 gregation programs. Moreover, the legisla- [email protected] • www.tribune-courier.com • © All Rights Reserved tion could serve as a long-term constraint The Tribune-Courier is published by Stumbo Publishing Co., Inc. Advertisers should check their ad immediately. The against rising energy costs and can Tribune-Courier is not liable for failure to publish an ad or for a typographical error or errors in publication, except produce savings for both counties and that adjustment for Tribune-Courier errors is limited to the cost of that portion of the ad wherein the error occurred. customers alike. Marc A. Stumbo, publisher; Frank A. Stumbo, president/CEO (1961-2018); Betty E. Stumbo, co-publisher (1961– 2017); Jenna M. Wolford, managing editor, general manager and feature/travel writer; Teresa Vore, office manager; Before being passed this week, House Kim J. Knapp, marketing manager; Bud Motter, photo journalist; Jim Warne, sports editor, John J. Kirschenheiter, Bill 87 had three hearings and passed 250 Delaware St., Lexington editor (1961–2008), Linda Fulmer, columnist (2005–2014). By-lined stories are opinions of the writers and do not unanimously in the Ohio House State and necessarily reflect the position of this newspaper. Call or visit 419-884-2000 Local Government Committee; one of the Tribune-Courier Thursday, April 1, 2021 3 News Briefs Trinity United Methodist Church, 1592 The plan is to once again produce Grace St., Mansfield, will host Holy Week beans, peas, cucumbers, peppers, tomatoes, services for Maundy/Holy Thursday, April turnips, greens and squash. 1, 7 pm; and Easter Sunday, April 4, at This project will help to meet the needs 9:30 am. The previously scheduled Easter for fresh produce through the East Side’s Sunrise service has been cancelled. own Catholic Charities food pantry. ★ April work times and dates are 4–6 pm, Ridgeway Church of God, 1380 Park Thursdays and Saturdays: April 3, 8, 10, Avenue East, Madison Township, will host 15 and 22. a drive-thru spaghetti dinner on Friday, For more information contact Deacon April 9, from 4:30–6 pm. The menu will Stanley Wertz at Trinity United Methodist be limited to spaghetti, salad and bread. Church at 419-378-2503, 419-892-3539 or Those participating will drive thru and 419-589-5890. give their order, and it will be brought to ★ the car. Cost is a freewill donation. All The Lincoln Day Dinner will be held by proceeds will benefit the church. For in- the Richland County Republican Party formation call 419-589-5385. Thursday, April 15, in the Kobacher ★ Room, DLX Events and Catering, 28 N. Those who need help with winter Main St., Mansfield. Doors open at 5:30 heating bills can apply for HEAP. pm with dinner at 6:15 pm. Applications are available by calling the Guest speaker will be Dr. Jeffrey Area Agency at 419-524-4144 or 800-860- Sikkenga, executive director of the 5799 Monday–Friday 9 am to 5 pm. Ashbrook Center and professor of political Anyone age 18 and older may apply science at Ashland University. for this assistance. Those 60 and over can Tickets can be purchased online at Submitted by 4-H News Reporter Audrey Wolford https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2021-lincoln THE COUNTRY CHAMPIONS 4-H CLUB get assistance with filling out the applica- of Richland County held a bake sale at Family tion. All heating types are eligible for en- -day-dinner-richland-county-republican-par- Farm and Home in Ontario on March 27. The club issued a thank you to those in the ergy assistance programs – electric, wood, ty-tickets-145982432385?mc_eid=2088 5ba- community who came out in support of the sale. coal, natural gas, propane and kerosene. 85e&mc_cid=ddda7c7c9e. ★ Contact Zoi Romanchuk to become a en, “How to Trim Spurs on a Rooster” by The Ontario 4th of July Festival is sponsor at [email protected] or Dailynn Dawson, “How to Artificially scheduled for Saturday, July 3. The Miss 419-565-0718. 4-H ★ Inseminate a Chicken” by Tristen Dawson Ontario Pageant will be held June 26. News Report and “How to Prepare a Chicken for Show” ★ Old McDonald is hosting Spring Cuddles by Ryleigh Chase. St. Paul Lutheran Church, 2010 Park on the Farm in Zanesville. On March 21, 2021, the Country To raise funds this year, we will be hav- Avenue West, Ontario, serves a drive-thru There will be a petting zoo barn with Champions 4-H Club of Richland County ing a carwash sometime during the sum- breakfast on the second Saturday of the baby goats, lambs, calves, bunnies and held its second meeting of the year. The mer and a bake sale on March 27 from 9 month from 9–10:30 am. chicks. There is a suggested donation of Pledge of Allegiance was led by Lexy Pace am to 1 pm at Family Farm and Home in ★ $3 person benefiting Homeless Hands of and the 4-H Pledge was led by Owen Ontario. For our community service project, Ridgeway Church of God, 1380 Park Zanesville, Ltd. Keith. we are planning to help the Franklin Avenue East, Madison The event will be held Friday, April 2, The following health and safety speeches Township Fire Department with their ice ★ 9–5 and Saturday, April 4, 9–5. were given, “Protecting Your Body” by cream social on June 12. Volunteers are needed to get the Liberty Call 740-819-5814 or visit www.mcdon- Tristen Dawson, “Benefits of Yogurt” by The next meeting will be held on April Park Garden up and growing. aldsgreenhouse.com for information. The Dailynn Dawson, and “Walking Your 11, at 4 pm. Last year, the garden produced more farm is located on State Route 93, just 2.5 Dog” by Ryleigh Chase. Audrey Wolford than 900 pounds of fresh vegetables for miles north of the Adamsville exit #157, at The following demonstrations were giv- News Reporter area residents. 3220 Adamsville Rd., Zanesville. Clear Fork FFA Alumni Tree Seedling Sale scheduled for next weekend The Clear Fork FFA Alumni Tree back parking lot, Friday, April 9 from 8 left-over seedlings should call Jim at 419- Packs. Bluebird Houses will also be avail- Seedling Sale, held in partnership with am to 5 pm; and Planktown Market near 564-3881. able for $10. Richland Soil and Water Conservation Shiloh (at inside door), Friday, April 9, Tree species include: Norway Spruce, The sale proceeds benefit Clear Fork District, will be held at the Richland from 9 am to 5 pm. White Pine, Balsam Fir, Dawn Redwood, FFA programs. County Fairgrounds Nature Park, Friday, The tree seedlings cost $10 per bundle White Cedar, Sugar Maple, Persimmon, An order form and information regarding April 9, from 9 am to 6 pm and Saturday, of 8. Sales are available on a first come, Tulip Tree, Red Oak, Black Walnut, Scarlet the sale may be found at https://rich- April 10, from 9 am to noon, or until all first serve basis with cash or checks only Oak, Black Cherry, Red Mulberry; Ohio landswcd.net/tree-seedling-sale or seedlings are sold; Clear Fork High School being accepted.Those who wish to purchase Buckeye, Common Paw Paw and Flowering http://clearforkffa.theaet.com. 4 Thursday, April 1, 2021 Tribune-Courier COVID-19 vaccine clinic is Thursday, April 8 The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on have a chance to get vaccinated, whether Aging, Inc. in partnership with the Ohio their barrier is transportation, location, Memorial Arrangements Department of Aging, The Ohio National mobility, or access to care and education Guard, and Third Street Family Health about the vaccine. Ohio has already Connie survives Joe, along with their two Services will launch a mass COVID-19 hosted 103 clinics, bringing vaccines to Joe R. Stuckert daughters: Amy J. Cunningham of Mansfield Joe R. Stuckert, age 83, of Ontario, died and Joni L. (Jeff) Davis of Ontario; three grand- Vaccine clinic on Thursday, April 8, at 5,000 older Ohioans. Saturday night, March 27, 2021, at Mansfield children: Angela Cunningham of Mansfield, Hawkins Corner located at 2131 Park The Ohio District 5 Area Agency Memorial Homes. Joshua (Nikki) Davis of Avenue West, Ontario. provides leadership, collaboration, coordi- Joe was born Oct. 1, 1937 in Mansfield, and Joe (Alexis) Anyone 18 and older, and from any nation and services to older adults, people Bucyrus to the late John Richard Davis of Galion; nine great and M. Irene (Frizzell) Stuckert. grandchildren: Caden Cun- county, is welcome to participate in this with disabilities, their caregivers and re- He was a 1955 graduate of ningham, Christian Carver, vaccine clinic. Those interested in partici- source networks that support individual Bucyrus High School and a vet- Matthew Carver, Emily Davis, pating must make an appointment by call- choice, independence and dignity. eran of the United States Air Olivia Davis, Nathan Davis, ing 419-524-4144. Time slots for the Force and Mansfield Air National Isaac Davis, Braelynn Davis, and Guard, serving during the Chesney Davis; and nieces, vaccine will range from 9 am to 4 pm. Vietnam Era. From the time Joe nephews, other relatives and Those coming for the vaccine should graduated high school he was an friends. In addition to his par- bring a form of ID to verify name, identity, employee of Wagner Hardware ents, he was preceded in death and age. Patients do not need to show Company where he spent his by a brother and sister-in-law: entire career. Throughout his 47 Richard and Nancy Stuckert; and proof of citizenship or residency status. years with the company, Joe in-laws: Edward and Carolyn There is no cost and insurance is not re- started in the warehouse and Stevens, and Thomas Stevens. quired. later moved into the office where Funeral services will be held The Area Agency on Aging realizes this he spent time in sales and even- on Thursday, April 1, 2021, at tually became President. Prior to 2:30 pm at Ontario United partnership is critical to ensure equity and retirement in 2002, he returned to purchasing to Methodist Church, 3540 Park Avenue West, access to Ohioans who might not otherwise finish out his 47 years of employment. Ontario, Ohio 44906. Family and friends are Following retirement, Joe worked part time welcome to visit one hour prior to the service delivering meals for Simply EZ in Mansfield for from 1:30–2:30 pm. Pastor Chris Bell will offici- over 15 years. ate with burial following in Ontario Community Services continue On Jan. 11, 1958, Joe married Constance L. Cemetery directly adjacent to the church. Stevens. Throughout their 63 years of marriage, Memorial contributions may be made to the The March of Prayer “Mansfield is Joe and Connie have been active volunteers both church. Godsfield” and “Richland is God’s Land,” in their church and in the community. Their The family would like to extend their grati- services are drawing to a close. Services committed involvement at Ontario United tude for the care and concern provided by the remaining are: Methodist Church could not be missed. Joe sang staff at Mansfield Memorial Homes over these in the choir for over 40 years, was a trustee for past few weeks of Joe’s life. It comes sincerely Wednesday, March 31, The MAC, 291 15 years, had served on various committees, appreciated. W. Cook Rd., 6–8 pm. enjoyed assisting with the Grace and Eggs Care for Joe and his family is being provided Thursday, April 1, Southside Christian, Sunday morning fellowship program, and was by the Penwell Turner Funeral Home, 168 West very active in any activity the church had going. Main Street, Shelby, Ohio. 2055 Mid-Bellville, 6–8 pm. Joe and Connie loved staying involved with the Appropriate ways to express sympathy may Friday, April 2, Oakland Lutheran, Ontario High School kids and supporting them be done by leaving an online condolence on 2045 Olivesburg Rd., 6–8 pm. and volunteered for many years in the conces- Joe’s obituary at www.PenwellTurner.com or by sion stands for both football and basketball. Joe leaving a comment on his post on the funeral Saturday, April 3, First E. Lutheran, 53, also volunteered in patient support for 15 years home’s Facebook page, Face book.com/Pen- Park Avenue West, 8:30 pm, 6–8 pm. THIS LOCAL PORCH was spotted as a with what is now OhioHealth Hospice. wellFuneral. Sunday, April 4, Kingwood Center, 7 am great Easter decorating design idea. Ontario spring limb clean-up to begin week of April 12, litter pick-up April 22 The City of Ontario will be offering from winter conditions; no leaves, yard provide litter pick-up along the Lexington- now in its seventh year. spring limb clean-up the weeks of April clippings, or branches resulting from Springmill Rd. corridor. Amy Nagel, We would like to thank Next Generation 12–23. Crews will make one pass along all tree/shrub trimming. The city will not fol- Ontario Substance Abuse Prevention Films for their continued support and city streets during the two weeks to collect low a set schedule, so make sure debris is Coordinator, is recruiting students from sponsorship for this event. branches and sticks that accumulated at the curb on Sunday, April 11. No Use, Inc., Student Council, FCCLA Anyone wishing to participate in the through the winter months. In addition to this service, Ontario is and Key Club to assist with this event, litter pick-up event and those with ques- Residents are asked to limit items to partnering with a number of student or- Thursday, April 22. Nagel has been very tions can call Jeff Wilson at 419-529-2495 less than 6" in diameter, and only debris ganizations from Ontario High School to instrumental in the success of this program, or email [email protected]. Church Directory

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, April 1, 2021 5 April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month National Child Abuse Prevention Month throughout Richland County. The theme recognizes the importance of communities this year is “Staying Safe Together.” working together to help families thrive Wear Blue Day is Wednesday, April 14. and prevent child maltreatment. Wear Blue Day is an annual statewide During the month of April and throughout event to spread awareness on the important the year, communities are encouraged to issues of child abuse, neglect and depend- increase awareness about child and family ency. On this day local businesses, offices, well-being, and work together to implement schools, agencies, factories, retail outlets effective strategies that support families and media partners are asked to Wear and prevent child abuse and neglect. Blue to show unity against child abuse This year Richland County Children and neglect. Participants can take pictures Services theme is “Staying Safe Together.” of themselves, their group, classmates or RCCS works to help children thrive and co-workers wearing blue and send them support families before they reach a crisis. via email to [email protected] This month and throughout the year, for publication on the agency’s website Richland County Children Services (RCCS) and Facebook page. encourages all individuals and organizations A free parenting workshop will be held SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP FIRE CHIEF Matt Carey was presented with gift cards from to play a role in making Richland County at Richland County Children Services, 731 Meijer and the Ontario Lions Club. The chief recently received a new heart at Cleveland a better place for children and families. By Scholl Rd., Mansfield, Saturdays, April 3, Clinic. Lions Tom Frasz and Howard Harriman presented the gift cards. ensuring that parents have the knowledge, 10, 17 and 24, 12–2 pm. RCCS is partnering skills, and resources they need to care for with The Starts Within Organization their children, we can help prevent child (S.W.O.) founder and author, Carlos abuse and neglect by making meaningful Christian, will present the free parenting connections with children, youth, and workshop offering parenting skills, resources Donors can win Indy500 tickets families in our communities. and support to help parents establish a The American Red Cross is calling for that may help patients who are actively “Everyone’s participation is critical. strong relationship with their child/children donors of all blood types, especially those fighting the virus. Plasma from whole Focusing on ways to connect with families and learn how to be a positive influence. with type O blood, to race to give blood blood donations that test positive for high is the best thing our community can do to Participants will get help with parenting and help refuel the blood supply. levels of antibodies may be used to help strengthen families and prevent child skills and co-parenting strategies. This spring, the Red Cross is teaming up patients. abuse and neglect,” said Brigitte Coles, The workshop is open to all fathers and with INDYCAR® to urge people to help keep Donors can expect to receive the results RCCS Community Engagement Specialist. mothers, regardless of race, religion (mar- the blood supply on track by donating of their antibody test within two weeks RCCS is marking National Child Abuse ried, single, teen parents, kinship (grand- blood or platelets. Schedule a donation ap- through the Red Cross Blood Donor App or Prevention Month with several activities. parents/siblings raising children), incarcer- pointment by downloading the Red Cross the donor portal at RedCrossBlood.org. The Child Abuse Prevention Month kicked- ated, convicted felons, those battling addic- Blood Donor App, visiting Red - Red Cross is not testing donors to diagnose off at the Richland County Courthouse on tions, involved with children services, and CrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS illness. It is important that individuals who Thursday, April 1. The Richland County domestic court. Carlos facilitates the course, (1-800-733-2767) or enabling the Blood do not feel well or believe they may be ill Commissioners presented a Proclamation which is designed to engage parents who Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device. with COVID-19 postpone donation. in observance of National Child Abuse need support who are seeking to improve As a special thank-you, those who Donors are asked to schedule an ap- Prevention Month. their parental skill set. The course includes: come to give blood or platelets April 1–15 pointment prior to arriving at the drive Pinwheels will be on display in the Legalities of Fatherhood, Building Parental will automatically be entered to win a VIP and are required to wear a face covering front lawn of the Richland County Court Influence through Powerful Interactions, trip for four to the 2022 Indianapolis 500®. or mask while at the drive. House for Child Abuse Prevention Month. and The Art of Listening. For more infor- The Red Cross will also automatically Wednesday, April 7, 1–7 pm, Richland The Pinwheels represent every report of mation contact program case manager enter all who come to give in April for a Mall RSMO, 2209 Richland Mall, Ontario abuse or neglect received by the Agency Angel Singleton at 419-610-6915 or chance to win one of five $1,000 e-gift Thursday, April 8, 10 am to 4 pm, in 2020. The Blue Pinwheels are a aross.starts [email protected]. cards to a merchant of choice. Schmidt Security Pro, 241 Mansfield reminder that every child deserves a safe, For more information about child abuse The Red Cross is testing blood, platelet Industrial Parkway, Mansfield happy, and permanent home. The blue prevention programs and activities visit and plasma donations for COVID-19 anti- Tuesday, April 13, 12–6 pm, Mosaic at pinwheel has become a national symbol richlandcountychildrenservices.org. Call bodies. The test may indicate if the Park Avenue Baptist Church, 296 Park for child abuse prevention. the Richland County Children Services 24- donor’s immune system has produced an- Avenue West, Mansfield; and 12–6 pm, The 8th Annual Calendar Picture Contest hour child abuse hotline at 419-774-4100 tibodies, regardless of whether they devel- Saint Paul Lutheran Church, 48 Church for third grade students will be held to report child abuse and neglect. oped symptoms. St., Bellville Testing may also identify the presence Wednesday, April 14, 1–7 pm, Richland of antibodies developed after receiving a Mall RSMO, 2209 Richland Mall, Ontario; COVID-19 vaccine. Convalescent plasma is 2–7 pm, Planktown Country Market, 1921 Weekly construction report updated a type of blood product collected from Free Rd., Shiloh; and 12–5 pm, Lexington The following construction projects are for a smooth-seal resurfacing project. COVID-19 survivors who have antibodies High School, 159 Frederick St., Lexington anticipated to affect highways in Richland Beginning Monday, April 5, crews will County this week. All outlined work is begin bridge work on the structure between weather permitting. Bistline Rd. and Shoup Rd. Traffic will be St. Rt. 13, from Hanley Rd. to Chilton Ave., maintained by portable traffic signals. Our Family Serving Your Family for will have closures for a pavement repair Smooth seal work will begin after bridge Five Generations Since 1872 project. The contractor will maintain one 11’ work is complete. Estimated completion is lane of traffic in each direction at all times. July 2021. Estimated completion is July 2021. St. Rt. 96, from just west of Technology U.S. Rt. 30, from State Route 309 to just Pkwy. to the SR 13/SR 96 junction, will east of the 5th Ave. ramps, will have single have single lane closures for a smooth-seal lane closures. Traffic will be maintained. resurfacing project. S. 30, from just west of the U.S. 42 inter- Beginning Monday, April 5 crews will be- change to just east of Lex-Springmill Rd. ex- gin bridge work on the structure over Bear it/enter ramps, will be restricted to one lane Run, just east of Plymouth Springmill Rd.; Three Locations to Serve You of traffic in each direction. Lane restrictions the two structures between Bowman St. and Mansfield • 98 South Diamond St. • 419-522-5211 are estimated to end Sept. 11, 2021. A barrier Richland Run Rd.; and the two structures Ontario •100 S. Lexington-Springmill Rd. • 419-529-2323 wall will be used to direct traffic in 13’ between Rome S. Rd. and SR 13/SR 96. Ashland lanes. Estimated completion is May 2023 Smooth-seal work will begin after bridge • 308 Claremont Avenue • 419-289-1552 St. Rt. 61, from just south of London We. work is complete. Estimated completion is www.wappner.com Rd. to SR 98, will have single lane closures July 2021. 6 Thursday, April 1, 2021 Tribune-Courier

Kayla Seevers, Xander Seffens, Faith Katherine (Katie) Bolin, Addisyn (Addy) Shoemaker, Liliana Snyder, Eve Sunnucks, Fender, Brady Fletcher, Mitchell Geer, Parker Honor and Merit Rolls Kyle Walters, Brevyn Yost and Josh Young Henderson, Brooke Holmer, Amaya Howard, Sophomores — Alex Bayes, Cameron Boyce, Stella Kaufman, Jonathan Keiper, Bodpegn Delanie Cecil, Justin Douglas, Kennedy Ernst, Miller, Camden Platner, Nissi Powers, Ryan Brayden Robinson, Grady Schroeder, Ella Hugo Estrada Gomez, Lily Fetzer, Destini Racer, Evan Saltzgiver, Jakiah Trammell, Ontario High Shaffer, Jonah So, Sarah Strickler, Chase Gottfried, Cole Gremling, Braxton Hall, Jayla Adison Viers, Ayden Wagoner and Jack Zahn Studer, Carter Weaver, Canaan Wentz and Hall, Madaline Henderson, Nolan Hoffner, Seventh Grade — Brooklynn Black, Alexander Brady Zehe Michael Juncewicz, Adrienne Kearns, Logan (Xander) Chitwood, Jack Cotter, Marcus School Kegley, Treyven King, Brandon Litteral, Riley Crabtree, Tessa Curtis, Blake Dewees, Kate Third grading period HONOR ROLL Mabry, Elianna Malone-Martinez, Jeff Fletcher, Drake Gerber, Miles Ginn, Deanna Seniors — Tayla Berry, Bostn Baxter, Allaura Meadows, Colin Milligan, Abby Mink, Nick Givens, Mackenzie (Kenzie) Goodlin, ALL A’’s Carpenter, Isaac David, Kennadi Easter, Moore, Taylor Mullins, Austin Ocampo, Faith Maximilian (Max) Grillo, Kailey Hale, Seniors — Jenin Abdelaziz, Caden Armstrong, Isabella Graaf, Hunter Gray, Kylie Hendrix, Price, Colten Ramion, Jordan Reed, Alex Nicholas Huml, Paradise Jeru, Kiarrah Shelby Baker, Olivia Bise, Alexa Blakley, Lexi Johnson, Addi Kissinger, Kayla Klautsch, Rose, Andrew Stephens, Tanner Stevens, Kearney, Nadia Keith, Brinlee Kreger, Jaren Robey Bolen, Will Bolin, Ryan Brophy, Kelsey Carter Kroll, Carleigh Pearson, Victoria Perea, James Stewart, Grace Voelp, Gage Weaver and Lehew, Joelle Ly, Trenton Maglott, Gracy Carder, Lilly Casey, Vincent Chen, Joseph Parker Schroeder, Griffin Shaver, Jericka Dylan Wiese Miller, Madeline (Maddie) Mullins, Emy Cinadr, Halle Ciroli, Logan Costa, Sabrinna Stephens, Leandra Viscioni and Zoe Yochem Freshmen — Caleb Barabani, Austin Boughton, Nutter, Alexis Ogle, Morgan Pearson, Phoebe Platner, William Porter, Madelyn (Maddy) Crabtree, Paige Deal, Ethan Duffner, Morgan Juniors — Emily Cacchio, Rachell Clark, Tylor De’Shawna Brooks, Emily Burton, Grayson Eckert, Amy Evans, Corinne Fanello, Allison Casey, Peyton Dzugan, Kate Fetzer, Rylan Roseberry, Madeline (Maddie) Saltzgiver, Danals, Paige Danuloff, Faith Dickson, Dane Karsyn Schoonover, Lily Secrist, Clark Fischer, Dylan Fraley, Elsa Furlong, Colton Ervin, Brooke Hagerman, Gage Johnson, Frost, Olivia Gongwer, Braylon Hess, Jahniya Geer, Ethan Glenwright, Tyler Gould, Haley Likely, Jimmie Likely, Hunter McCarthy, Spearman, Alexis Swank, Cohen Williams, Macy Mangan, Nuhami Miller, Riley Them, Jace Young and Hattie Yugovich Guisinger, Makenzi Hanner, Magnus Hartz, Ethan Turnbaugh and Brooklynn Wharton Dante McGinty, Jacelynn Miller, Jacob Ohl, Brandon Paxton, Ashley Peace, Kayelin Owen Hatfield, Rebekah Haudenschild, Claire Sophomores — Brooklyn Adkins, Jillian Sixth Grade — Cheyanne Barden, Natalia Bise, Henige, Avery Hooks, Jace Howell, Jocelyn Risner, Nate Spencer, Mia Strong, Brooklyn Brody Cheek, Brennan Fields, Lily Garn, Ambrose, Hayden Baker, Isabel Baker, Drew Swain, Emma Swanson, Autumn Taylor, Hunter, Brie Hurrell, Brianna Jilek, Alexis Barnes, Leah Blay, Caden Boebel, Joslynne Nathaniel (Nate) Garrido, Lincoln Ginn, Johnson, Elle Kaiser, Jay Kmetz, Kolten Noah Tuttle, Jeremiah Viscioni, Xander Haleigh Hefner, Grace Horning, Brylie Frazier, Easton Frost, Marisa Horton, Kayen Warner and Dage Young Kurtz, Allena Lemaster, Katrina Lewis, Huvler, Scott Kern, Colin Kmetz, Kayla Kurtz, Ireland, Emerson Jovani, Dane Kearns, Myah Natalie Link, Sunshine Liu, Alexis Lorenz, Keely Kurtz, Robbee Mangan, Duncan Lynch, Caden Meyers, Gavin Miller, Tatum William Mabee, Tatiana McFarland, Brynn McLean, Tommy Montgomery, Hunter Petit, Mottayaw, Leah Nguyen, Kayvion (Kayvi) Meisse, Bree Mills, Makayla Minard, Adam Renchen, Logan Rhodebeck, William Ontario Middle Norris, Grace North, Demetri Parsons, Rocco Jonathan Nagel, Nolan Payne, Abi Perez, Alex Saltzgiver, Kylie Snow, Audrey Spearman, Adi Peterson, Ashton Pfeifer, Scarlet Rehberg, Phillips, Randy Rickel, Tyson Rupp, Emma Turnbaugh, Irelynne Vuillemot and Brooklyn School Gavin Reiver-Crew, Anna Saltzgiver, Saylor Shaffer, Brayden Shaver, Quentin Skropits, Ward Smith, Kadynce Smithberger, Khloe Studer, Ashlynn Viers and Brayden Woods Brooklyn Stamper, Mckenna Stoffer, Brennan Freshmen — Grason Bias, Diondre Cantey, Jake Third grading period Strickler, Isaac Swogger, Michael Tagg, Chapman, Jaylen Curry, Ava Dean, Makayla Gregory Tan, Carter Underwood, Rylee Utz, Dickson, Paige Dunkle, Jazmine Ellis, Anzaya ALL A’’s MERIIT ROLL Owen Vick, Cori Wentz and Irene Zhang Estep, Ezri Farley, Jim Fetzer, Rachel Foss, Eighth Grade — Jack Belding, Alea Cook, Lena Eighth Grade — Nyckolas (Nyck) Beaver Juniors — Ian Barnes, Meredith Bise, Brooklyn Taylor Gaston, Grayson Ginn, Megan Creed, Jailyn Decimus, Taylor Dille, David Wilson, Logan Bernat, Shaylyn Bryant, Blaising, Gracen Boor, Giana Camarata, Goldbach, Ethan Grider, Natalie Kline, Draper, Brooke Eyerly, Natalie Hall, Zoe Cameron (Cam) Bulakovski, Maria Calhoun, Teyron Cantey, Haley Carpenter, Kenichi Elizabeth Lacroix, Mackenzie Large, Jaslyn Hampton, Eden Howard, Samuel (Sammy) Elizabeth Criss, Regan Freiheit, Lita Frost, Chang, Ryan Chapman, Priya Das, Emma Lopez, Maggie Love, Cael McFarland, Meagan Jackson, Vanessa (Sky) Liu, Zachary (Zach) Quentin (Trave) Gobble, Cayden (Beau) Drexel, Samantha Fraley, Madison Genders, Meadows, Willa Morris, Addie Muncy, Jace Mcchristy, Rowan Mcmanes, Emma Mies, Hefner, Isabella Hill, Kathryn (Katie) Keffalas, Mckenna Gorbett, Jansen Hildreth, Lukas Paone, Nishthaa Patel, Nick Pohlabel, Giselle Keya Pandya, Ethan Radojcsics, Evan Ruhe, Lindsay Knecht, Dean Morrison, Kendra Hopton, Gavin Hull, Nathaniel Judson, Riedel, Brooklyn Rowe, Madison Ruhl, Micah Elaina Seif, Landon Sowards, Aiden Spencer, Nelson, Alan O'blisk, Jayden Parrott, Wyatt Shelby Keever, Jaslyn Ly, Ellie Maurer, Smith, Jasmine Stutzman, Gracie Thurber Grady Taylor, Mason Turnbaugh, Morgan Paxton, Katherine (Katie) Pollock, Ian Rachel, Destiny Moton, Chance Mullins, Rylee Nigh, and Brooklyn Weinandy Turnbaugh, Anna Ward, Kennedy Weiler and Zoe Reynolds, Makayla (Kayla) Shade, Amanda Phillips, Nathaniel Reid, Rene Roley, Emily Whitaker Rayvon Skelton, Natalie Spencer, Leila Ava Ruhe, Audrey Saltzgiver, Cooper MERIT ROLL Seventh Grade — Brady Baumgard, Darbie Stevens, Braeden Thomas, Carter Walters, MERIT ROLL Joshua (Josh) Yoak and Jayden Yochem Schroeder, Maddie Seibel, Nathan Slater, Seniors — Amandah Beck, Evan Booker, Broom, Sasha Bulakovski, Alaina Friend, Courtney Smith, Alyssa Taylor, Evan Kailyn Collins, Averi Copeland, Alexis Aaliyah Gonzalez, Emma Henderson, Kaylee Seventh Grade — Rylan Baker, Katelyn Trumpower, Riley Vavra, Gabrielle Wagoner, Cushing, Seth Dailey, James Fanello, Spencer Lynch, Delaney Moritz, Remington Bednarz, Trinity Burgy, Serena Caudill, Tessa Tiffany Whittaker, Bryden Wolfe and Shelby Hall, Michael Heins, Erin Holzmiller, Hayden Schroeder, Alexia Sesco, Hayden Sexton, Joie Crum, Brooklyn (Brooke) Cushing, Ryder Zimmerman Hoover, Adam Hylton, Aariona Jeffery, Max Simmering, Justin Switaj, Grace Them and Doehla, Jake DuChene, Mason Egner, Sophia Sophomores — Omar Abdelaziz, Elizabeth Jewell, Reagan Kearns, Cameron Keller, Zach Addison Thurber Ellis, Emma Fagan, Landon Foltz, Malayna Corn, Jayden Dechert, Kristina Heins, Noah McCristall, Jared Meadows, Claire Mies, Sixth Grade — Emma Bell, Bryant Born, Horton, Xander Jellison, Jazmin Kiser, Trinity Marsh, Grace McClenathan, Miles Meisse, Spencer Milliron, Abby Potter, Ariah Reuer, Aaliyah Caldwell, Kaylei Chandler, Ava Cline, Miller, Dale Morris, Cheyenne (Chey) Kylee Mullins, Lizzie Nagel, Brody Phillips, Bailey Slater, Ethan Snyder, Katryna Thomas, Connor Dawson, Alexandria (Alex) Fender, Mounts, Aiden Ohl, Elaina Owens, Alexander Natalie Reid, Hadley Schultz, Eli Selser, Calaya Walsh, Morgan Weaver, Austin Eliana Fittante, Maia Fox, Logan Goldbach, (Alex) Porter, Eva Rietschlin, Hannah Rox, Lauren Sexton, Alexis Shaver, Chandler Whisler, Maddi Wilkerson, Broc Wilson and Nolan Grider, Marley Guth, Eva Hadsell, Jacob (Jake) Seymour, Lilee Shifflet, Hayden Spognardi, Alex Switaj, Brienne Trumpower, Makayla Wilson Garrett Hagerman, Camryn (Cami) Hanning, Skropits, Jordan Spurlock, Bradley Swain, Ellie Wilging and Prina Young Juniors — Alexus Barry, Jordon Bulakovski, Jaren Holden, Grace Holzmiller, Jazlyn Nora Swanson, Brooklinn Tanner, Kaleb Freshmen — Jastyn Allen, Carson Barnes, Brianna Carbary, Morgan Carroll, Nathaniel Johnson, Kennedy Johnson, Molly Julian, Thomas, James (Jimmy) Unger, Michael Abby Bechstein, Taylor Counts, Hailey Cogar, Brandon Daily, Jasmyne Decimus, Yuchen Lin, Sydney McManes, Aniyah (Nye) Ward, Anna Weaver, Sara Wharton and Crabtree, Charlie Danuloff, Alex Ellis, Tessa Fearn, Kendal Goulding, Bailey Graaf, Monica, Kyle Morris, Skylie Salmons, Sophia Aileena (Leena) Young Autumn Ervin, Quinton Frankhouse, Michael Macie Hamilton, Paul Hart, Payton Julian, Sandwall, Cooper Schroeder, Maja Seibel, Sixth Grade — Leonard Barragan, Courtney Howard, Savannah Jackson, Trista Jewell, Nicole Lucido, Trevor Maglott, Chas Mies, Paxton (Pax) So, Ava Spearman, Piper Studer, Brafford, Olivia Brinker, Lillian (Lily) Olivia Kreger, Jocelyn Lehew, Jena Ly, Josh Tyler Milligan, Alex Morehead, Siera Mullins, Lin (Angel) Tan, Alandria Thomas, Elton Chitwood, Braedayn Currier, Aaliyah Estep, Mazzocco, Ari Morales Mora, Najee Morris, Ethan Owens, Justice Price, Alexander Toska, Lauren Uhde, William Wang, Braedon Abigail (Abby) Hart, Andrea Hart, Patrick Hart, Kavya Patel, Grayson Purvis, David Reedy, Rathburn, Ashton Schonauer, Braxton Scott, Watson, Paige Weiler, Timo Winningham and Vincent (Vinny) Hocker, Rylee Kegley, Braelyn Jordyn Yeager Llewellyn, Mia Micheli, Beckam (Beck) Pelfrey, Weston Robertson, Kaitlin (Katie) Seymour, HONOR ROLL Brooklyn Smith, Dominick Tilton-Cantrell, Eighth Grade — Matthew Bayes, Baylee Black, Hayden Valdry and Dakota Yunker

THE TOP TEN EIGHTH GRADE READERS for AR at Ontario Middle School for the first three nine weeks were congratulated for their accomplishments. Tribune-Courier Thursday, April 1, 2021 7 •Madison accepts donations (Continued from Front Page) up $5 to $150/wk; Toddler tuition, up $5 OMS All A Honor Roll Students substitute at Madison South), Elizabeth to $145/wk.; School Age Latchkey tuition, Barr (long term substitute at Mifflin), Iris AM or PM up $5 to $50/wk. and AM/PM Baker, Jenna Boliantz, Mackenzie Carrier, up $5 to $70/wk.; and School Age Students at Ontario Middle School earned a special treat. Students with All A's Kimberly Hall, Hannah Ticoras, Natalie Summer tuition, up $5 to $115/wk. during the third quarter were treated to ice cream and prizes from the Ontario Stake-Mitchell and John Gibson. The board approved the purchase of a Academic Boosters. Free meal certificates were also given from McDonald's and Substitute employees approved on an VLS 3.75 Laser Engraver from MidWest Fazoli's. “on call” basis, as needed for the 2020–’21 Laser for the Precision Machining Program school year were Diana Roub, cafeteria; in the amount of $15,870 to be paid from and Martha Urig, cafeteria. Perkin’s Funds and CTE weighted dollars. LuAnn Oglesbee, middle school secretary, The purchase of billboard advertising for will retire effective July 1, 2021. Julee the 2021–’22 school year from Lind Media Webb, Eastview 2-hour cook, resigned, ef- in the amount of $21,092 will be paid fective March 12, 2021. from CTE weighted funds. Eric Turlo has accepted the position of The purchase of four replacement coils student services director, effective with the as part of the chiller project to service the 2021–’22 school year. He is replacing high school’s Career Tech/Adult Career Patricia Tresey who resigned. Center wing was approved. The coils will The board approved the Memorandum be purchased with ESSER funds at a cost of Understanding to the contract between of $26,950. the Madison Local School District Board of An overnight eighth grade student trip Education and the Madison Local Education to Washington D.C. April 4–6, 2022, was Association dated Feb. 25, 2021, whereas given approval at no cost to the board. the parties agree to modify provisions The postponement of a trip to Peru for found in Article III – Evaluation and high school Spanish students from July, Ontario Middle School Eighth Grade All A’s Contracts and I. Reduction in Force 2021 to June, 2022 was approved to allow Procedure of the Agreement due to the continued fundraising in hopes of growing COVID-19 pandemic. This MOU will be the group number. operative for a term of the 2020 through The creation of the teaching position for 2021 contractual year (Aug. 1, 2020 elementary art was also given approval. through July 31, 2021). Approval was given for the first reading A weekly tuition rate increase was ap- of new/revised board policies. proved for the Madison Early Childhood The next regular meeting will be held Learning Center effective May 3, 2021. April 28, at 6 pm in the Madison Middle The increases are as follows: Infant tuition, School Auditeria. Fish sale taking orders Pond owners are invited to order finger- ling fish through Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (Richland SWCD). Buyers can choose from among a selec- tion of Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Yellow By Heather Hendrix Perch, Hybrid Bluegill, Redear Bluegill, Ontario Recreation Department will Channel Catfish, White Amur and Fathead meet for a wood sign decor class on April Minnows. 10, from 2 to 4 pm at the Tin Can Ontario Middle School Seventh Grade All A’s Orders and payment are due by Friday, Chandelier in Ashland. The class will April 16 and pick-up is Friday, April 23, at make home décor wood signs. Cost will 10 am at the Richland County Fairgrounds. vary from $10–$40 depending upon size This is the only pond fish sale Richland of wood, color, stain etc. Participants will SWCD will sponsor this year. Full details, pay the day of the event. To register email including pricing and an order form may name, phone and email address to recre- be obtained at https://rich land - [email protected] by April 2. swcd.net/fish-descriptions or by calling For more information on Ontario 419-747-8686. Recreation Department events visit For more information call 419-747-8685 https://ontarioohio.org/recreation-depart- or email [email protected]. ment/ Pond Fish Sale Order by Friday, April 16 • Pick-up Friday, April 23 Ontario Middle School Sixth Grade All A’s Contact Richland SWCD Choose From: Donations accepted for Firepup program to order today! Springfield Township Fire Department any amount but every $75 will help 25 Bluegill, Yellow Perch, 419-747-8686 is looking for supporters to donate to the children. Largemouth Bass, Firepup Program, its fire safety education Checks made payable to National Fire www.richlandswcd.net program. The materials used are created Safety Council Inc., can be mailed to Attn: Fathead Minnows, and designed exclusively by the National Fire Chief Matthew Carey, Springfield Fire Safety Council, Inc., a federal tax-ex- Township Fire Department, 3700 Park Channel Catfish, Hybrid Bluegill, empt, not for profit 501(c)(3) organiza- Avenue West, Mansfield, OH 44906. tion. For more information or to donate by Redear Bluegill, White Amur In order to cover the continuing costs of phone, contact Bonnie at 1-877-435-7777. the materials, the department is looking Prgram materials can be viewed at for sponsors to help. Donations can be www.nfsc.org. 8 Thursday, April 1, 2021 Tribune-Courier

KNOX COUNTY CAREER CENTER’S Computer Network Technology students earned a Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Windows Operating certification. The MTA certification is for individuals intending to build a career in desktop infrastructure, server infrastructure or private cloud computing. Candidates that successfully pass this exam will have knowledge of fundamental Windows operating system concepts in a Windows 10 environment. The MTA certification addresses a wide spectrum of fundamental technical concepts, assesses and validates core technical knowledge, and enhances technical credibility. The exam measures understanding operating system configurations, installing and upgrading client systems; managing applications, managing files and folders, managing devices, and understanding; and operating system maintenance. In order to earn the certification, each student has to pass a proctored exam with no access to learning materials or the internet. This certification is recognized by the Ohio Department of Education and the IT industry as a recognized credential. All of these students plan to earn additional industry certifications. Earning certificates were front Anna, Colin, Nathan, Logan, Adam, Carter, Benjamin, Kaden; and back, Titus, Jessiah, Jeremy, Joshua, Caleb, Blake and James.

Carter Underwood and Lilly Casey

THE RHAPSODY IN BLUE SHOW CHOIR and high school jazz band performed for Stingel fourth grade students on Thursday, March 25. Fourth grade students make a decision this school year to choose band, choir or general music. Members spoke about the groups they are in to help them decide which path to choose. This was the first performance for the show choir since December 2019. The choir is led by Megan Gwirtz and the band is led by Sean DeLong.

Get surprisingly great Auto rates.

Allen Smith and Makayla Wilson Michelle Gates, Agent Here’s the deal, everyone 2021 Park Avenue West, Suite 100 Ontario, OH 44906 loves a good surprise — Bus: 419-756-5010 especially when it comes to saving money. State Farm® has always been about that. Call us to discover your surprisingly great rates on Auto today.

Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®

State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company State Farm Indemnity Company Bloomington, IL

State Farm County Mutual Insurance Company of Texas Richardson, TX 2001860 Brennan Strickler Tribune-Courier Thursday, April 1, 2021 9 Ontario student Area Agency on Aging artwork featured in awards 2021 scholarships The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. has se- lected the 2021 Scholarship Program award recipients. exhibit at MAC Scholarships are made possible by the Annual Meeting The Ohio Regional High School Exhibition is being Sponsorships. held at Mansfield Art Center, 700 Marion Ave., Mansfield. Cierra Gurney, of Richland County, is pursuing a bach- Forty-two Ontario High School students have submitted elor’s degree in nursing at Malone University. Her passion 77 works of art. for improving the quality of life for others resonates The exhibit is free and open to the public and will run through her involvement in the community. Ms. Gurney now through April 18, Tuesday–Friday, 11–5; and is the recipient of the $2,000 scholarship award. Saturday–Sunday, 11–4. Masks and social distancing are Lauren Short, of Richland County, is pursuing a career required. in the field of social work through North Central State Students submitting work are Emalee Bise (1), Gray College. She served as an intern at the Area Agency on Boor (2), Allaura Carpenter (2), Haley Damron (1), Aging in 2020 as part of her school practicum. Her goal is Makayla Dickson (3), Persephone Fry (2), Haley to work with older Ohioans and persons with disabilities. Kristina Heins, sophomore Guisinger (2), Kathryn Gurik (1), Kristina Heins (3), Ms. Short is a recipient of a $1,000 scholarship award. Ciara Hergatt (2), Aubrey Holly (1), Nathaniel Judson Trinity James, of Crawford County, a nursing student at (1), Brayden Kehl (1), Jay Kmetz (2), Elizabeth Lacroix Marion Technical College, hopes to graduate with an RN (1), Joshua Mazzocco (1), Grace McClenathan (1), Associates degree in 2022. Her goal is to further her edu- Tatiana McFarland (2), Duncan McLean (1), Nuhami cation in pursuit of a BSN at the Ohio State University. Miller (1), Makayla Minard (2), Ariana Morales (3), John Ms. James is a recipient of a $1,000 scholarship award. Mounts (1), Bree Mills (1), Rylee Nigh (1), Jace Paone The Agency on Aging Board of Trustees elected to pro- (1), Aubrey Pfeifer (1), Nate Reid (1), Ariah Reuer (4), vide one $2,000 scholarship and two $1,000 awards this Ava Ruhe (6), Parker Schroeder (1), Faith Shoemaker (1), year to individuals who are enrolled in courses benefitting Lauren Sloboda (2), Audrey Spearman (2), Kaley Thomas the field of aging. Board President, Kellie Hartsel, the (1), Evan Trumpower (1), Rylee Utz (2), Calaya Walsh Selection Subcommittee, and CEO, Duana Patton look for- (2), Elanor Wilging (5), Ava Williams (3), Tiffany ward to presenting these awardees in a virtual format. Whittaker (2) and Laprina Young (3). For more information, contact Susie Danuloff at 567-247- Submissions include drawing, painting, collage, print- 7105 or [email protected] making, photography and ceramics. The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc., located at 2131 Park Avenue West in Ontario, provides leadership, collaboration, coordination and services to older adults, people with disabilities, their caregivers & resource networks that support individual choice, inde- pendence, and dignity. Kylee Kent accepted to Heidelberg University Ava Williams, freshman Richland Academy of the Arts student, Kylee Kent, has been accepted into Heidelberg University’s Bachelor of Arts program for Musical Theatre and Education. Kylee has been a student at Richland Academy for over seven years, where she re- ceived instruction in voice, piano, and dance. “I am honored to be going to my top-choice school to study the things I am pas- sionate about,” says Kylee Kent. “The training and instruction I received at Richland Academy has helped me achieve this big step in my scholastic career.” MILLIRON Rylee Utz RECYCLING Buyers of: • Aluminum • Copper • Stainless Steel • Brass • All Scrap Iron • Junk Cars • Commercial & Industrial Pick-up

“Recycling Today To Improve Tomorrow” 2384 St. Rt. 39 •Mon - Fri 8 - 5 • Sat 8 - 12 419-747-6522 • 800-921-0054 Artwork by Ava Ruhe 10 Thursday, April 1, 2021 Tribune-Courier

ONTARIO HIGH SCHOOL ended the wrestling season with six district qualifiers, a state alternate and two state placers (the first since 2008). In addition to the Varsity O Award, individual awards were presented to Most Takedowns: Jake Ohl, Most Pins: Carter Kroll, Most Improved: Brennan Strickler, The Sadie Turnbaugh Warrior Award: Carter Kroll and Most Valuable Wrestler: Ethan Turnbaugh. Team members are front, Wes Turnbaugh, Brennan Strickler, Tyler Flenoury, Cason Barnes, Coach Kevin Kroll and Riley Kleshinski; and back, Coach Brock Rickert, Carter Kroll, Ethan Turnbaugh, Bailey Graaf, Bryson Stoots, Chase Studer, Cole Dille, Jacob Ohl and Nathan Slater.

T-C Staff/Bud Motter ONTARIO’S ZACH MCCRISTALL (6) puts up a shot during the 42nd Annual News Journal All-Star Classic. He finished the night with eight points.

THE MANSFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL VARSITY CHEER COMPETITION TEAM members are sophomore co- captain Sophie Little, sophomore Krystin Parrott, senior co-captain, Kayla Jones, freshman Sophia Laug, freshman Samantha Laug and freshman Talia Byrom. Not pictured is junior team captain Aly Noe. MCS varsity cheer competes at nationals The Mansfield Christian School Varsity cheer competition division. team was not able to compete in person this year, but “I am so proud of the girls. They worked so hard and submitted its first ever “Virtual Competition” for both re- so long during very unpleasant circumstances,” said gionals and nationals through CCA Christian Cheerleaders Parrott. “And once again, the Lord rewarded our efforts. of America. We give Him all the glory for He is the One who has “This year was a very difficult year due to covid and al- given us our talents and ability and it is for Him we though I am so grateful that we were able to have a cheer.” T-C Staff/Bud Motter MADISON HIGH SCHOOL’S Luke Pruitt looks for room season, I'm not sure I would ever want to compete Coach Parrott, having hosted the annual awards News Journal virtually again,” said head varsity and competition coach, banquet this past weekend, presented captain, Aly Noe to move during the 42nd Annual All-Star classic played in Lexington. The North team slid by with a Lisa Parrott. “It is very difficult to motivate the team for with the Torch Award, co-captain, Sophie Little with the 111–110 win. competition when their audience is virtual on the other Champion of Excellence Award, Samantha Laug with the side of a camera lens. You just don’t get the same adren- Most Inspirational Award and Sophia Laug with the Most aline rush as rushing out onto a stage and hearing the Improved Award. Receiving a Cheer Scholar Award for loud support of the crowd!” maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher during cheer season Local athletes recognized The competition team won a Regional Championship were Kayla Jones, Aly Noe, Emma Williams, Sophie Girls basketball All-Ohio teams were announced by the in CCA’s All Music Division and runner-up in the Little, Krystin Parrott and Talia Byrom. Ohio Prep Sportswriters Association. Cheer/Music Division. In addition, Coach Parrott surprised Aly Noe and Kayla 2021 Division IV Girls Basketball All-Ohio Teams, The nationals competition team, consisting of seven of Jones with many scholarship offers totaling up to Honorable Mention, Elle Schmitz, Mansfield Christian, 5- the original eleven from the sports season, won three $173,000 each for their academic and leadership achieve- 7, sr., 17.9 National Championships in the following divisions: All ments. Coach Parrott is looking forward to upcoming try- 2021 Division I Girls Basketball All-Ohio Teams, Third Music, Cheer/Music, and Non-Music. They were also outs and has already started planning the details of a Team Chesney Davis,Madison, 5-8, sr., 15.9. runners-up in the Game Time Division and placed fifth Future Flames Cheer Clinic for students in kindergarten 2021 Division II Girls Basketball All-Ohio Teams, out of seventh in a POM-DANCE division where they through fifth grades in the next month. Contact the Honorable Mention, Avery Coleman, Lexington, 6-1, sr., were the only high school team competing in a college school for more details. 14.5. Tribune-Courier Thursday, April 1, 2021 11

T-C Staff/ Bud Motter MANSFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL is known for its soccer program and to help add to their success they are adding two more fields behind the high school. The new T-C Staff/Bud Motter ONTARIO'S GRIFFIN SHAVER complex will be known as The David Robinson Memorial contributed 12 points of T-C Staff/Bud Motter Soccer Fields. Robinson was a graduate of MCS in 1997. MANSFIELD CHRISTIAN’S Logan Cyphers (15) the 111 points the North All-Star team scored in their In 2015, he passed from cancer leaving behind a wife, prepares for a three-point shot early in the first period of 111–110 victory over the South during the 42nd News Halle Robinson Zody and three daughters Claire, Leah the 42nd Annual News Journal All-Star Classic played in Journal All-Star Classic played at Lexington. Ashland's Eli and Jane. A plaque at the entrance to the high school Lexington on March 27. White (4) defends. lists his accomplishments which include MCS Soccer 1996; NSCAA/Umbro All-Region Team; OSSCA First Team All- State; NWOSSCA; First Team All District; NOISC First Team and MVP of the Year; Mansfield News Journal Player of the Year Division ll; OSSCA Academic Excellence Award; MCS 4-year Letter Winner. (Top photo) MCS Athletic Director and Physical Plant Manager Mike LeCroix looks over blueprints of the soccer fields. (Left photo) Equipment has begun the construction process.

Receive the Tribune-Courier Digital Issue free by email each week! Send an email with your name to [email protected] 12 Thursday, April 1, 2021 Tribune-Courier LOOKING BACK: This Week in Tribune-Courier History

April 2, ‘98 March 28, ‘74

April 3, ‘81

April 1, ‘66

April 5, ‘85 Tribune-Courier Thursday, April 1, 2021 13

of the Project printed in the upper left hand corner and MRCPL teams up with Mansfield City Classifieds 4addressed as follows: Attn: Anita Kochheiser, to expand access to digital materials Fiscal Officer CITY OF ONTARIO, OHIO Springfield Township Trustees As educators seek more creative ways added, “Thanks to the Mansfield Richland HELP WANTED FOR THE FISCAL YEAR Fire Station #1/Township Hall to support students’ learning, a key County Public Library, our Mansfield City —————————— BEGINNING JANUARY 1, Ontario, OH 44903 resource for schools is the local public li- School District students now have access 2021 AND EXPIRING DECEM- SPORTS/SCHOOL ACTIVITY Bids must be received at the brary. Now, Mansfield Richland County to thousands of digital books. Using our PHOTOGRAPHER BER 31, 2021, AS AMENDED. designated location for the bid opening before 6:30 pm local Public Library and Mansfield City School school credentials, students can borrow Ontario Local Schools is ac- ORDINANCE NO. 21–07 – AN District formed an innovative new part- digital resource material and age-appropri- cepting bids for sports and time, on Monday, April 19, ORDINANCE AMENDING 2021. nership to increase students’ access to ate books using the Sora app – all school activities photography. CHAP TER 1137, STANDARD Please email Jeff Fisher, OHS ZONING DISTRICTS BY All bids must include a Bid eBooks and digital audiobooks by com- available to them 24/7. Our libraries have Athletic Director (fisher.jeff@ol- AMENDING SECTION 1137.05, Guaranty, as described in the bining the library’s and school’s digital a limited supply of books, but with our sohio.org) to receive a copy of B BUSINESS DISTRICT, AND Instructions to Bidders. No bid- reading resources in one app. new partnership with MRCPL, Mansfield the specifications. Formal bids DECLARING AN EMERGEN - der may withdraw a bid within The library-school partnership provides City Schools can now offer almost any will be opened on Friday, April CY. 60 days after the opening; the 16, 2021 at 11:00 AM in the Springfield Township Board of safe access to thousands of age-appropriate book our students wish to read!” Board Office. RESOLUTION NO. 21-04 – A Trustees reserves the right to titles for students’ use inside the classroom, The Sora app was named one of TIME’s —————————— RESOLUTION TO ADOPT A waive irregularities, reject any at home and anywhere 24/7. Through Best Inventions 2019 and is available for Part-Time MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL of all bids and conduct neces- Sora, the new student reading app for Mansfield City School District students to Advertising Representative HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN. sary investigations to deter- mine bidder responsibility. Mansfield City School District, students download through the Apple App Store The Tribune-Courier is looking ORDINANCE NO. 21-09 – AN can now borrow from the school’s collec- and Google Play Store, and on for a motivated person to con- ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING Anita Kochheiser tact local businesses by Fisal Officer tion of classroom and pleasure reading as Chromebooks that support the Google THE SERVICE-SAFETY DIR - well as from Mansfield Richland County Play Store. It is also available for use in phone/email/in-person visit to ECTOR OR HIS DESIGNEE Springfield Township Trustees aquire advertising. Hours are (CHIEF OF POLICE) TO Ontario, Ohio Public Library’s juvenile and young adult web browsers at https://soraapp.com on very flexible, work from home. DONATE ONE (1) UNNEEDED 4-1, 8 ‘21 (49 L) digital collection. any computer. Pay is by commission on ads WHITE 2013 FORD TAURUS —————————— sold. Email tribune@tribune- PROBATE COURT OF RICH- Students can easily log into the library’s Since MRCPL is a member of The Ohio TO SPRINGFIELD TOWN- digital collection through Sora using their Digital Library, the entire Richland County courier.com for more informa- SHIP, AND DECLARING AN LAND COU NTY, OHIO IN RE: tion or to schedule an interview. EMERGENCY. CHANGE OF NAME OF school credentials rather than requiring a community can also borrow and read The —————————— Maryellen Nicole Musolino to separate library card. In addition, Sora Ohio Digital Library’s complete eBook, au- ORDINANCE NO. 21-11 – AN Lucas CJ Musolino CASE NO. OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE 20219028. supports teachers by offering education- diobook and digital magazine collection. ORDINANCE ALLOWING THE specific tools like achievements, exportable With a valid library card from MRCPL —————————— CITY OF ONTARIO TO ENTER 1,000 sq. ft. office space located NOTICE OF HEARING ON notes, and reading progress that encourage and the award-winning Libby app, patrons in the front portion of 347 Allen INTO A SEWER CONTRACT WITH THE CITY OF MANS- CHANGE OF NAME individualized learning. can enjoy thousands of eBooks, audiobooks Dr., Ontario. Rental will have FIELD AND DIRECTING THE own private restroom, front and Applicant hereby gives notice “We are excited to extend eBook lending and digital magazines including bestsellers MAYOR TO EXECUTE IT ON to all interested persons that to the students at Mansfield City Schools,” and new releases. Readers of all ages can side entrance. Room is a large BEHALF OF THIS CITY, AND open area. Email tribune@tri- the applicant has filed an DECLARING AN EMER- Application For Change of said Chris May, Mansfield Richland County select from virtually every subject ranging bune-courier.com to schedule a GENCY. Name in the Probate Court of Public Library Director. “This partnership from mystery, romance, children’s, business viewing or phone call. Cathy VanAuker Richland County, Ohio, re- creates a streamlined way to build a love and more. —————————— Clerk of Council questing the change of name of of reading to the students of both commu- Libby can be used on any major device City of Ontario, Ohio JMaryellen Nicole Musolino to LEGAL ADVERTISING Lucas CJ Musolino. nities.” or computer, including Apple (R), —————————— ——————————3-25, 4-1, ‘21 (60L) Karen Stallsmith, librarian at Mansfield Android™, Chromebook™ and Kindle(R) LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE The hearing on the application Malabar Intermediate School Library, (U.S. only). will be held on the 4th day of The following is a succinct Sealed bids will be received summary of the legislation May, 2021, at 10 o’clock am in by the Springfield Township the Probate Court of Richland adopted by the Council of the Board of Trustees, Richland City of Ontario, at their special County, located at 50 Park DD Council seeking new membership County, Ohio, as provided in Avenue East, Second Floor, meeting held on March 17, this notice for the Roofing Bid 2021. Mansfield, Ohio. The Ohio Development Disabilities The Ohio DD Council consists of at for Fire Station #2 (the Council (DD Council) is recruiting new least 30 members appointed by the gover- The complete text of this “Project”). Contract documents, Maryellen Musolino Ordinance may be viewed and which include additional details membership for the following categories: nor. Members are people with develop- on the Project, are on file and 179 W. 4th St. copies obtained at the Office of Mansfield, OH 44903 •Individual with a developmental dis- mental disabilities, parents and guardians the Clerk of Council, Ontario available from the office of the ability, of people with developmental disabilities, Municipal Building, 555 Stumbo Design Professional, The •Parent or guardian of a child with a representatives from concerned state agen- Road, Ontario, Ohio, during Seckel Group Ltd., AIA seckel- Garage Sale Ads regular business hours. [email protected]. 419- developmental disability, and cies, and nonprofit organizations and local 524-5050 and R B Print Shop, Only $10 •An immediate relative or guardian of agencies providing services to people with 165 N. Trimble Rd., Mansfield, ORDINANCE NO. 21-06 – AN an institutionalized or previously institu- OH 44906 info@rbprint - Email news@ developmental disabilities. ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING shop.com 419-524-2781. tionalized individual with a developmental Those interested in becoming a member, PERMANENT APPROPRIA- tribune-courier.com TIONS FOR CURRENT Each bid shall be enclosed in a disability or an individual with a develop- can vget a new member application at EXPENSES AND OTHER sealed opaque envelope with for information mental disability who resides or previously https://www.ddc.ohio.gov/. Deadline to EXPENDITURES OF THE the bidder’s name and the title resided in an institution. apply is April 18. Tribune-Courier Business Directory

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.” 14 Thursday, April 1, 2021 Tribune-Courier Deadline approaching for May Primary voter registration The deadline to register to vote or •The Bureau of Motor Vehicles Office change an address and/or name in the •The Department of Human Services voter registration system for the May 4, •The Richland County Courthouse 2021 Primary/Special Election is Monday, (recorder or treasurer offices) April 5. The Board of Elections office will •All area high school offices be open that evening until 9 pm. Registration forms may also be obtained The office is located at 1495 W. Longview at vote.richlandcountyoh.gov or requested Ave. Suite 101 in the Longview Center. After by mail. Call 419-774-5530 to have a form 4 pm, visitors must use the entrance at the sent by mail. Completed voter registration lower level back parking area at the south- forms must be postmarked 30 days prior west corner of the building. to Election Day. Voters must be either a native U. S. citi- Not all precincts within Richland County THE WARRIOR Lead - zen, or a naturalized citizen of the U.S., a will be open for the May 4 Election. All ership Committee hid resident of Richland County and Ohio 30 precincts in the City of Mansfield will be over 400 eggs filled with days prior to an election and a minimum open and those voters can request a candy throughout On - of 18 years of age by the date of the Republican or Issues Only ballot. All four tario High School. General Election on or before Nov. 2. precincts in the City of Ontario will be Included in those were Registered voters who have moved or open with only the Charter Formation five golden eggs that changed their name must notify the board Issue on their ballot. No City of Shelby could be redeemed for office in writing or in person. Voters who precincts will be open. gift certificates to local are currently registered in Ohio may No polling places have been changed restaurants. The eggs change their address at https://www.ohio- permanently, however, the board did ap- were hidden the Friday sos.gov/elec tions/voters/, but must do it prove a temporary change for the 15 before spring break. by the April 5 deadline. Online registration voters in the Jeff-A precinct split who (Top photo) Nate Spen - is also now available on this site. reside in the Washington Township portion, cer, Brayden Robinson, In addition to the board of elections of- and the 200 voters in the Lex-B Washington Laila Marlow and fice, citizens may register or complete a Township split. These voters will be noti- Brooklyn Swain show change of address/name at the following some of the eggs that fied to go to Resurrection Parish, 2600 were hidden around the locations in Richland County: Lexington Ave. for this election only, in or- school. (Left photo) •Any library branch der to save funds by not opening a Jeremiah Viscioni and •All city and village hall offices separate polling place for those few voters. Cameron Keller were lucky winners when they found golden eggs. Protecting Ohio students from hazing By Senator Sherrod Brown college’s annual crime report. We can’t Jonathon Elgin appointed to committee This month, another Ohio family is begin to address this problem until we grieving. Stone Foltz, a 20-year-old sopho- have good data on how many students are The Richland County Democratic Party Paulette Hankins, party secretary, nomi- more at Bowling Green State University, getting hurt, and we need to arm parents Executive Committee met in special session nated local attorney Jonathon “JC” Elgin died after alleged alcohol-induced hazing and students with more information. Thursday, March 25 for the purpose of for the post. No other nominations were at a fraternity event. The bill would also set a universal stan- making a nomination to the Richland made and Elgin was appointed by unani- Hazing isn’t a “rite of passage,” it’s not dard definition of hazing, and would re- County Board of Elections vacancy resulting mous consent. just fun and games, and it’s not something quire colleges to establish a campus-wide from the passing of long-time party chair, The nomination now gets forwarded to everyone does in school. It’s dangerous, educational program, backed by evidence, leader, and friend Joseph H. Mudra. Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose who and it threatens the health and safety of to educate students about the dangers and Following the Pledge of Allegiance and will formally appoint Elgin to the board. Ohio students. lasting impacts of hazing. a moment of silence for Mudra, party Elgin will fill the unexpired term ending For every tragic death that we hear We have to do more to stop these chair Larry Weirich opened the floor for Feb. 28, 2025. Elgin previously served as a about in the news, there are many others student deaths. Parents shouldn’t have to nominations. civil attorney for Richland County before who survive, but end up in the hospital worry for their child’s safety just because entering private practice. with alcohol poisoning or other injuries – they join a fraternity, sorority, or student “I am humbled and honored to serve some of which can be long-term. organization on campus. the voters of Richland County. Joe Mudra That’s why I reintroduced the bipartisan Hazing is a serious issue that we have Medications will be was committed to fair, free, and democratic REACH Act, to crack down on hazing on the ability to combat, and we must work to collected April 24 elections I will do my best to follow in his college campuses. It would require hazing stop more Ohio families from suffering the gigantic footsteps,” said Elgin. “Richland incidents to be reported as part of a kind of pain the Foltz family is enduring. Community Action for Capable Youth County is where I grew up and intend to (CACY) has announced that National remain. I am looking forward to joining Medication Take Back Day is April 24. my fellow board members in ensuring On that day from 10 am to 2 pm, res- elections integrity here in our county.” idents can stop by the Richland County The Richland County Board of Elections Solid Waste Authority, 1125 National is a bipartisan board that supervises the Pkwy., Mansfield, to dispose of unwanted conduct of every election taking place in or expired medication. the county. Members are appointed to The location will be accepting pre- four-year terms by the Secretary of State scription pills of any kind, over-the- upon the recommendation of each political counter medications, medication samples, party’s executive committees. Elgin joins pet medications and vitamins. Please re- fellow Democrat Lydia J. Reid and move all prescription labeling before ar- Republicans Bill Freytag and Megan riving. Whatman serving Richland County in this Items not collected include needles, capacity. syringes, lancets, thermometers, aerosol cans, IV bags, hydrogen peroxide, bloody or infections waste, empty containers Send your news to and personal products such as non- Photo by Damon Callis medicated shampoo. No personal infor- news@ THE MOHICAN COVERED BRIDGE mation will be collected. is a local spot many area residents visit throughout tribune-courier.com the year. It was built in 1969 and is located in Perrysville.