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2015 PAULDING COUNTY NEW HAVEN HIGH JOHNNY APPLESEED FES- TIVAL & CHRISTMAS LIGHT BAUMLE – MUMMA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DINNER STUDENT 2016 DRIVE THRU AT AUGLAIZE NATIONAL MER- VILLAGE

IT SCHOLARSHIP Auglaize Village is set to SEMIFINALIST host this year’s Johnny Apple- seed Festival on October 3-4, 2015. Come out and enjoy a weekend of apple butter, sor- ghum molasses, cider press and tasting, broom shop, bas- ket weaver, the general store, caramel corn, ice cream par- lor, flea market and crafts. All buildings will be open for the weekend’s festivities. A Christmas light drive thru is planned in Auglaize Village on December 11-13 and 18-20 from 6:30–?? each The Paulding County Eco- township EDP wind project evening. The village is located nomic Development Dinner looks to start sometime in 2016 at 12296 Krouse Rd. Devin Dubbelde, senior for the community took place as well as a number of other Drive through and see the at New Haven High School on Tuesday, September 15 at projects. The total estimated many Christmas lights to get has been selected as a 2016 the Fairgrounds in Paulding. private capital investment in yourself in the spirit of the National Merit Scholarship The evening began with meet these projects will be over 400 Christmas season. Semifinalist! Approximate- & greet session and following million dollars. This event is sponsored by ly 16,000 semifinalists were that was the dinner. Jerry Ziel- “Every manufacturer in the the Auglaize Village volun- recently announced by the ke, PCED Director opened the last two months is hiring new teers. National Merit Scholarship evening. employees.” stated Zielke. “La- For more information Corporation. The academi- Two great speakers on this farge cement business has been about either of these events, cally talented high school se- evening were Sarah Stubble- very brisk this summer.” contact Mayor Lynn Lantz at niors have an opportunity to field and Dave Dorner. The Paulding Small Busi- 419-782-7255. continue in the competition Jerry reported after the din- ness Innovation Center at 103 for some 7,400 National Mer- ner over $20,000,000 in private E Perry St. (Former Paulding JOHNNY APPLESEED TO BE Jerry and Kathy Baumle by Park Center, Inc. in Fort it Scholarships worth more dollars were being spent in lo- County Law Library) will be of Payne are pleased to an- Wayne. The groom is a 2003 than 432 million that will be GUEST SPEAKER AT JPHS cal business investments in a opened in the next year by the nounce the engagement and graduate of Paulding High offered next spring. MEETING minimum of 30 active projects PCED, leased from the Pauld- upcoming marriage of their School and a 2008 graduate of Devin is ranked #1 in the including business startups, ing County Commissioners. daughter, Anna Marie Baum- Bowling Green State Univer- 2016 class! His grade point The John Paulding His- major manufacturing equip- The center will not only have le to Jeffrey John Mumma, sity. He is currently employed average is 12.13/12.0. He is in- torical Society will be hav- ment updates, business expan- conference rooms, but will also son of John and Judy Mumma part time at The Antwerp Ex- volved in the National Hon- ing their general meeting, sions and new companies look- offer small business office space of Payne. change Bank and full time for or Society, Key Club, Varsity which is open to the public, ing at the area. for business startups, making it The bride elect is a 2010 Mumma Drainage, Ltd. Boys Soccer, Student Coun- on Tuesday, September 22 The projects next year looks easier for small business own- homeschool graduate and a The couple will exchange cil, SADD, CANstruction starting at 6:30 p.m. at the th to be growing tremendously. ers to get off the ground. 2012 graduate of Northwest vows on October 10 at Sa- and Fellowship of Christian museum. After a brief busi- including a new profession- The Workforce Develop- State Community College. cred Heart Catholic Church Athletes. Devin has received ness meeting, the group will al office building in Antwerp ment project has been a major She is currently employed in Fort Wayne. several academic and athletic hear from Johnny Appleseed being built by Sarah Mowery undertaking by the office this awards at New Haven High (as portrayed by Bill Grimes). DDS, Ed’s Car Care’s expan- past. Hosting the Career Op- School! It is sure to be interesting and FOR RENT: THIS SPACE sion in Paulding, the large Blue portunity Showcase and job refreshments will be served Remodeled weekly if you request. High-traffic area, Creek & Latty township wind fair in March, PCED will part- The deadline for ads and afterwards! Make your plans convenient location. All maint. included. project will be starting back up ner with Defiance, Williams, article submissions is Fri- now to bring your friends Call 419-258-2000 for more info very soon. The large Harrison (Continued to Page 3) day at 5:00 p.m. and family and come to the museum to hear Johnny Ap- Fall is Ideal Planting Time pleseed! 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ADULT FALLS PREVEN- “May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of 9/25 – Red Hat Day; Bi- “I’m encouraged by the TION COALITION PARTNER God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.” ble Study at 10:00 a.m.; Craft positive momentum and ex- WITH OHIO PHARMACY store open 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 citement we’re experiencing —II Corinthians 13:14 CHAINS FOR FREE FALLS p.m.; Bingo w/Vancrest of in our City,” said Mayor Tom RISK SCREENINGS DURING Antwerp at 12:00 Noon; Henry. “Healthcare is an im- Coalition will be on-site at illness and non-emergent in- FALLS PREVENTION You’re invited to the Gardens portant sector in our local each location to discuss avail- juries in the evenings or on of Paulding at 2:00 p.m. – economy, and we appreciate AWARENESS WEEK able programs and resourc- the weekends just got easier Rick Heffner playing! Lutheran’s commitment to es to help customers reduce for Wells County residents. 9/28 – Raffle Day; Shed- investing in our community Certain types of medica- their risk, including the com- They no longer have to drive ding Pounds at 9:30 a.m.; with new jobs and expanded tions and drug combinations munity-based “A Matter of many miles away or go to the Fingernail Clinic, 10:00 a.m. services as Fort Wayne con- can cause dizziness, drowsi- Balance” program, available hospital for simpler health is- – 12:00 Noon tinues to be a leader in eco- ness and confusion and could in all 88 Ohio counties. sues.” 9/29 – Euchre at 9:45 a.m. nomic development opportu- contribute to a life-chang- In addition, STEADY U The new urgent care clinic & 12:15 p.m.; Trivia w/Nicole nities and job growth.” ing fall in older adults. To Ohio is asking all Ohioans to is a 3,400-square-foot facility at 12:00 Noon A Lutheran EMS crew will help Ohioans understand PAYNE, OH help take “10 Million Steps to located in front of the local Leroy A. “Bud” King, age be stationed around the clock and minimize this risk, the Prevent Falls” by attending a Wal-Mart at 1980 N. Main St. 88 died Thursday, September 17, LUTHERAN TO BUILD FORT for the rapid transport of pa- STEADY U Ohio initiative local fitness walk or taking a RediMed Bluffton hours of 2015. WAYNE’S FIRST FREE- tients deemed to be in need and the Ohio Older Adult walk in their own neighbor- operation will be 8:00 a.m. to He was born October 1, 1926 STANDING ER of hospitalization. An am- Falls Prevention Coalition hoods during September and 8:00 p.m., Monday through in Allen County, Indiana, the bulance bay will be built and have partnered with Kroger posting a selfie to social me- Friday, and 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 son of the late Raymond E. and Residents of eastern Fort equipped to accommodate Pharmacy, Northside Phar- dia with the hashtags #Pre- p.m. on Saturdays and Sun- Edith M. (Pattenbrock) King. Lutheran and independent macy and Discount Drug In 1974 he retired from the US Wayne and Allen County ventFalls and #10MStepsOH. days. who value quality, efficiency emergency medical services Mart to provide free prescrip- Visit www.steadyu.ohio.gov “Having RediMed expand Army serving in WWII, Korea vehicles. Approximately 35 tion consultations at 11 retail and Vietnam. and high-level customer ser- to learn more and find an its services here is a good He is survived by three chil- vice when seeking emergency new positions are expected to locations around the state. event near you. thing,” said Aaron Garo- dren: Frank (Roxane) King, care will soon have the option be created in advance of Lu- “One in three Ohioans Mind your medicines to fola, chief executive officer, Payne, Cynthia Patterson, Ha- of visiting a first-of-its-kind theran ER Statewood’s pro- over the age of 60 will expe- prevent falls: Bluffton Regional Medical waii, Ted (Cindy) King, Ana- facility in the area. Officials jected opening in the spring rience a fall this year. Falls • Maintain a list of all the Center. “It expands access heim, CA; 8 grandchildren; and from Lutheran Health Net- of 2016. are the leading cause of emer- drugs you take. Include dos- to the community since the 7 great grandchildren. The 8,911-square-foot Lu- gency room visits, hospital- es, frequency and prescrib- only weekend medical care in He is also preceded in death work today announced plans for the construction of Fort theran ER Statewood project izations and deaths among ing doctor. Also include any Bluffton is the ER. It allows us by a brother, Robert King, and will involve the renovation our elders,” said Bonnie K. sisters, Ruth Batt and Delores Wayne’s first freestanding over-the-counter medicines to focus more on true emer- ER at the northwest corner of 5,380 square feet of vacant Burman, Sc.D., director of (pain relievers, antacids, cold gencies in the ER, and it adds Baumle. space at 3929 E. State Blvd., the Ohio Department of Ag- Funeral services will be con- of Coliseum and State boule- medicines, etc.) or supple- savings and convenience for ducted 11 AM Saturday, Septem- vards in Statewood Plaza. and 3,531 square feet of new ing, which coordinates the ments you take. Bring the list patients.” ber 26 at Den Herder Funeral Lutheran ER Statewood construction built out toward STEADY U Ohio initiative with you to doctor’s appoint- “We’re pleased that the Home, Paulding. Burial will be will be open 24 hours a day, Coliseum. It will include five and is a partner in the Older ments and when you pick up new RediMed clinic created at a later date in Lehman Ceme- 365 days a year, and feature treatment rooms, a major Adult Falls Prevention Coali- prescriptions. additional healthcare jobs tery, Payne. the same QuickER model exam room and a decontami- tion. “By offering these con- • Read the label. If it because it helps meet the Visitation will be 4 – 8 PM that was introduced locally nation room. The total invest- sultations, these pharmacies says “may cause dizziness healthcare needs of our com- Friday, September 25 at Den ment for this project will be are helping their customers Herder Funeral Home. There during the summer of 2011. or drowsiness,” or cautions munity,” said City of Bluffton QuickER, which has since approximately $10 million in- have crucial conversations against driving, ask about the Mayor Ted Ellis. “We view will also be visitation from 10 cluding equipment, furnish- with their health care pro- AM until service time on Satur- been adopted by all Luther- best time to take it to avoid this development as growth day at the funeral home. an Health Network ERs in ings and a long-term lease. viders to identify medicines falls. Also ask about alterna- for the community as well as In lieu of flowers, the fam- the region, tracks the aver- Lutheran ER Statewood that could be putting them at tive treatments with less haz- a potential benefit for attract- ily requests donations made to age time a patient waits to be will include general X-ray, CT increased risk for falling and ardous side effects. ing businesses to locate here.” Wounded Warrior Project. seen by a clinical professional and lab services. It will share what they can do together to • Take your medicine ex- Lehn expects on-site ser- Online condolences may be from the moment they enter the same electronic medi- minimize that risk.” actly as prescribed. If you find vices to help strengthen effi- sent to www.denherderfh.com the emergency department. cal records system available During the screenings, a it hard to stick to a medication ciency in the delivery of ur- Wait times are communicat- through Lutheran Health pharmacist will review cus- schedule or if you have trou- gent care and occupational PAULDING COUNTY SENIOR ed publically in multiple ways network, meaning history tomers’ medicine usage and ble telling medicines apart, medicine. “RediMed will be CENTER DINING CENTER including digital displays on about patients who have vis- identify those medicines and your doctor may have some better positioned to serve pa- MENU 9/23 – 9/29 billboards and via the Web. ited other LHN facilities will combinations most likely to ideas to help. Similarly, ask tients having X-ray, lab and “Most emergency visits be readily available. The ER cause falls. Customers will re- your doctor to write detailed even audiology testing now 9/23 – BBQ chicken, baked involve patients making a will also be staffed by the ceive a list of their potentially directions on how and when that they are all available un- potato, glazed carrots, ba- personal choice where they same group of emergency problem medicines to take to to take your medications. der the same roof,” he said. nana, WW bread want to go, and thousands physicians that cover all LHN their health care professional • Talk to your doctor RediMed Bluffton will 9/24 – Ham & scalloped from the neighborhoods hospitals in northeastern In- and use to discuss risk and about changes to your eating also provide patients easier potatoes, capri blend vegeta- nearest to where Lutheran diana. appropriate treatments. habits (such as a low-fat or access to other healthcare bles, fresh fruit, cornbread, ER Statewood will be located Architecture and design Kroger – Tuesday, Septem- high-calcium diet), as well as services within Bluffton Re- sherbet have already demonstrated a services for Lutheran ER ber 22, 2015 how much caffeine and alco- gional Medical Center and 9/25 – Country fried desire to travel great lengths Statewood are being handled Upper Arlington: 1955 hol you consume, as these can Lutheran Health Network steak, mashed potatoes, green to receive care delivered in by MKM architecture + de- Henderson Rd. all affect how your medicines through greater continuity beans, peaches, raisins, din- our network’s emergency de- sign. The general contractor Lewis Center: 6417 Co- work. of care as a result of techno- ner roll partments,” said Brian Bauer, is Weigand Construction. lumbus Pike • Ask your pharmacist logical upgrades including 9/28 – Pork cutlet w/gravy, chief executive officer, -Lu This is the latest in a series Columbus: 8617 S. High about easier-to-read labels electronic medical record ca- sweet potato casserole, corn, theran Health Network. “De- of Lutheran Health Network St. and instructions if you have pabilities. pears, WW bread, peanut creasing the amount of time projects to expand services Columbus: 7000 E. Broad trouble reading warnings or RediMed was established butter cookie it takes to receive emergency for patients in eastern Fort St. directions on your medicine in 1984 to treat patients with 9/29 – Cheeseburger, broc- care, whether that involves Wayne and Allen County. Hilliard: 2525 Hilliard containers. illnesses or injuries that do coli salad, tropical fruit, fruit less time en route or less time That list includes the addition Rome Rd. • Choose over-the-counter not require a trip to the emer- juice, goldfish crackers in a waiting room, is part of of Lutheran Health Plaza in Holland: 7059 Orchard medications that only have gency room. All RediMed our commitment to bolster- New Haven in 2010, and the Centre Dr. the ingredients you need. clinics are staffed by physi- PAULDING COUNTY SENIOR ing healthcare experiences for move of 10 St. Joseph Medi- Northside Pharmacy - Your pharmacist can help se- cians and mid-level providers cal Group physicians in mid- CENTER ACTIVITIES 9/23 area patients.” Thursday, September 24, 2015 lect the best OTC options for and offer X-ray, laboratory 2014 from various locations Somerset: 110 W. Main St. – 9/29 The site at the intersec- your symptoms. and prescription services on tion of Coliseum and State to 2622 Lake Ave., which is Zanesville: 15 Maysville site with convenient locations was chosen based on the easy just three minutes from State- Ave. NEW REDIMED CLINIC IN and hours. Appointments are 9/23 – Matter of Balance, wood Plaza. St. Joseph Medi- Zanesville: 2899 Bell St. 8:30-10:00 a.m.; Crafts at access it provides for area BLUFFTON SET TO OPEN not necessary. Additional ser- residents and businesses. cal Group offices on Lake -Av Discount Drug Mart - Fri- vices offered at the clinics in- 12:30 p.m.; Buckeye Hearing enue include specialists in the day, September 25, 2015 SOON Bingo at 12:00 Noon; Grocery Thousands of patients in the clude fracture management, adjoining zip codes already fields of cardiology, family Independence: 6160 hydration management and shopping at 1:30 p.m. medicine, gastroenterology, Brecksville Rd. Lutheran Health Network 9/24 – Euchre at 9:45 a.m.; seek care at other LHN ERs in officials today announced foreign body removal. Allen County each year. The internal medicine and pediat- Parma Heights: 6476 York Architecture and design Bingo w/Gardens of Pauld- rics. Imaging and laboratory Rd. that RediMed will open a ing at 10:00 a.m.; Turn Up at new ER will bring the services new, full-service urgent care services for the RediMed closer to where these indi- services are also available at Representatives from the Bluffton project was handled 12:15 p.m.; Evening Meal at that campus. Older Adult Falls Prevention clinic September 21 in Bluff- viduals live and work, which ton, IN. by MKM architecture + de- “We are happy to pro- sign. The general contractor vide nearby urgent care for was locally-owned James S. Bluffton with a full-service Jackson Company. Visiting Nurses, Hospice More! 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DEFIANCE COLLEGE WEL- COMES NEW FULL-TIME PCED Banquet 2015 Silver Members – Front Row: Peter Prich- PCED Banquet Community Investment Awards – Back Row: FACULTY TO CAMPUS ard – Vantage Career Center, Donna Garman – Herber Orr, Linda Hodges, PCED Secretary; Joe B. Barker, WMYW 102.7; Terry Belland – Lafarge, Eric Baughman – Baughman Tile John Kobee, PCED Middle Row: Lisa McClure, PCAF Fair- Three new full-time fac- Back Row: Larry Manz an PCED At Large Member, Sarah ground Fund; Kathy Cadwallader, Paulding Dairy Queen; ulty members have been ap- Noggle PCED Board Member Kim & Tom Sinn, Paulding Ace Hardware. Front Row: Terry pointed at Defiance College Belland, Lafarge North America; Donna Garman, Herbert in the fields of education, PCED Banquet One of the most import- E. Orr Company; Terry Wehrkamp, Cooper Farms; Clint business, and nursing. (Continued from Page 1) ant votes neionted was the 4H Reagle, Alex Products. Not pictured: PSG Holding LLC, Put- Fulton and Henry County in a county wide tax levy for OSU man Law Office, and The Greenhouse Effect. hosting a Manufacturers Day extension. “This is a very im- at NWSCC at Archbold on Oc- portant program for me.” he Cheryl Hinojosa tober 2, 2015. The PCED office stated. “The passage of this levy has been working closely with is critical for the continued Cheryl Hinojosa joined all the area schools and col- growth of this community and the Defiance College facul- leges. A trained workforce is providing future leaders for Vinyl & Canvas ty in August as an Assistant critical for continued growth Paulding County.” Indoor & Outdoor Signs & Banners Professor of Nursing Practice of business and industries here The evening was very nice and the Director of Nursing. in Paulding County and also for everyone who attended. It’s She is an Advanced Practice to attract new business to the great to see all the hard work West Bend Printing & Publishing Nurse and Certified Nurse area. being done to try and increase Midwife, holding a Bachelor Jerry also mentioned the job opportunities in the lo- 419-258-2000 of Science in Nursing from state issues including the bipar- cal communities of Paulding Bowling Green State Univer- tisan redistricting change. County. sity and a Master of Science in Nursing from Case Western Dr. Carla Higgins Reserve University (CWRU). Dr. Carla Higgins came While earning her Master’s to Defiance College in June degree, Hinojosa collected Thanks for Being Our Hall of Famer! from Newark, Ohio. She be- data for a research team at came full-time in July as an As- CWRU which explored the sistant Professor of Education health consequences of care and the Director of Education. giving. Throughout her ca- She holds a Bachelor of Sci- ence in Education and a Mas- reer, she has collaborated ter of Education in Early and with local agencies as well as Middle Childhood education coordinated a Rural Mobile from the Ohio State University. Unit to aid rural migrants. Upon completion of those de- She has worked to provide grees, Dr. Higgins taught third prenatal education and care grade in Newark City Schools. for monolingual women and She also worked in the school their families. Hinojosa re- system as a K-5 literacy coach ceived recognition by Sigma and trained nationally at Les- Theta Tau International Hon- ley University in Cambridge, or Society of Nursing and MA. While earning her Ph.D. was an affiliate staff member in Teacher Education and Lit- at Lima Memorial Hospital eracy from OSU in Columbus, and Defiance Hospital. She she taught courses in teacher has served as chairman of the education, provided research Hispanic Latino Health Coa- support, and supervised teach- lition and co-chairman of the ing candidates in the greater Northwest Ohio American Columbus area. Once she at- College of Nurse-Midwives tained her Ph.D., Dr. Higgins Chapter. Additionally, she has continued to teach courses and served on speakers bureaus, supervise teacher candidates We want to thank Coach Earle Bruce for all he's done to help raise funding and at OSU Newark. She served as gave a presentation on televi- awareness in our community for the fight against Alzheimer's disease. Earle, former a consultant for several school sion of “Common Pregnancy head football coach of The Ohio State Buckeyes, has been a tireless warrior against districts in Central Ohio. Cur- Concerns,” and published an this disease and a very good friend to our center. His efforts were recently recognized rently, she is a member of the individual midwife’s birth log that highlighted benchmark by the Ohio Department of Aging, the Ohio Association of Area Agencies on Aging Ohio Clinical Alliance Design team. collection data. and the Ohio General Assembly when they named him to the Ohio Senior Citizen's William Sholl started at Defiance College, char- Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame recognizes Ohio's elders for "living well beyond 60." tered in 1850, is an indepen- Coach Earle Bruce Defiance College in January former head football coach of as an Assistant Professor of dent, liberal arts institution The Ohio State Buckeyes Congratulations Coach! Practice of Marketing. Origi- in Northwest Ohio offering nally from Paulding County, more than 40 undergraduate Sholl now resides in Toledo and programs of study as well as The Gardens of Paulding holds a Bachelor of Science in graduate programs in educa- THE GARDENS Business and Journalism from 199 County Road 103, Paulding, Ohio 45879 tion and business. Defiance of Paulding Bowling Green State University College has received national 419-399-4940 and a Master of Business Ad- recognition for its education- thegardenspaulding.com TRANSITIONAL CARE I SKILLED NURSING I ASSISTED LIVING I LONG TERM CARE ministration from the Univer- al experience of service and sity of Toledo. Before joining engagement. The college web- Part of the Peregrine Family of Ohio-Based Healthcare Communities the DC faculty full-time, Sholl site is www.defiance.edu. PAGE 4 – WEST BEND NEWS – SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 Phone: 419-258-2000 • Email: [email protected] BIBLE QUESTIONS watched and searched the COMBINING MATH & ART AT DIVINE MERCY SCHOOL STUDENTS HELP PREPARE FOR FOOD PANTRY GIVEAWAY type of righteousness called By: James Potter, Oakwood righteous in his day, and now church of Christ joined issue with it. The Be- 1. Luke 22:37 – Who was atitudes, far from being pas- Jesus reckoned with? sive or mild, are a gauntlet 2. Luke 22:37 – The things flung down before the world’s concerning me have an end, accepted standards. The be- mean? atitudes are statements, de- 3. Luke 22:38 – What does scriptions, concerning who it is enough mean? will be blessed. The blessings 4. Luke 22:39 – Where did of the beatitudes, the bless- Jesus come out from? ings pronounced by Jesus do 5. Luke 22:39 – Where was not come to those we expect. Jesus accustomed to going? They don’t come to the win- 6. Luke 22:39 – Who also ners of the world. Jesus turns followed Jesus? our understanding of blessing 3rd and 5th graders from students help Mrs. Henriott 7. Luke 22:40 – What did upside down, for his blessings the Cross Categorical Class- get ready for the food pantry Jesus tell the disciples to do? do not come to those who are room at Payne Elementary giveaway at St. Paul’s United 8. Luke 22:41 – How far trying to get a blessing, but to The kindergarteners had of different sized birds sitting are excited to help their com- Methodist Church in Payne. was Jesus withdrawn from those who understand that fun in art class this week, us- on a telephone wire. The birds munity. Each month these the disciples? the kingdom of God is differ- ing their knowledge of shapes turned out amazing and you 9. Luke 22:41 – What did ent from what we experience from math class to trace and can check them out in the EAST ALLEN UNIVERSITY ENDORSED AS INDIANA EARLY Jesus kneel down and do? in the world. cut out their own shapes in school hallways! COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL 10. Luke 22:42 – Whose What does God ask of us? which to use to create a scene will did Jesus asked to be What does God require of us? done? Micah tells us in Micah 6:8 care information and tips. LET FALLING LEAVES LIE I am available for com- (NIV), “He has showed you, Walmart, Advance Auto, and ments or questions and to O man, what is good. And other local businesses gener- By: Staci Miller, Education help or assist in your studies what does the LORD require ously donate supplies to help Specialist, Paulding SWCD on the Bible or New Testa- of you? To act justly and to make the Free Auto Clinic It’s the official start of fall ment. Just call 419-393-4775 love mercy and to walk hum- possible. The generous sup- on September 23rd. As the for James Potter or e-mail bly with your God.” That’s it, port of community minded fall season is upon us, the [email protected]. Also direct and simple. businesses and individuals colors of red, orange, gold you can call Lonnie Lambert In the kingdom of God, for allows First Friends Church and yellow will shine bright those who follow the God’s at 419-399-5022, who checks to not have to turn away any in the trees. Those beautiful the articles. Jesus loves you instruction to do justice and single mom or widow be- leaves will start falling and and so does the church of love mercy and walk humbly many homeowners will have Christ. with Him there will only be cause of limited resources. It to deal with the cleanup of Answers to today’s ques- winners. truly is a community effort tions: What Jesus tells his disci- working together to make the leaves, but why not put At a recent East Allen tion (i.e., exploring, emerg- 1. transgressors; 2. the ples in the beatitudes, is that Van Wert and our area a those fallen leaves to work County Schools Board of ing, pursuing endorsement, prophecies concerning the world’s opinion and the better place to live. Early Sat- for you and your property. School Trustees meeting, or endorsed). Currently, 13 urday morning, September The fallen leaves can provide representatives from the of those schools have been Christ; 3. That Jesus is fin- world’s priorities in these Early College at the Center designated as endorsed Early ished with the teaching or matters are irrelevant and 26th, First Friends volunteers many benefits to the envi- ronment, wildlife and your of Excellence (CELL) and the Colleges with EAU becom- conversation; 4. The upper in fact they are wrong. The gather together to pray and Vincennes University, in- ing only one of three en- room; 5. Mount of Olives; 6. blessed ones are the ones who begin for a long but fulfilling garden. A leaf layer will cre- terim president, Mr. Chuck dorsed in Northeast Indiana. Disciples; 7. Pray; 8. A stone’s seek God and are obedient to day of caring and loving area ate its own mini ecosystem. Johnson recognized East Al- Members of CELL had throw; 9. Prayed; 10. The Fa- His will. Single Mothers and Widows Many wildlife species live len University [EAU] as an the opportunity to meet ther’s through the Free Auto Clin- in or rely on the leaf layer endorsed Indiana Early Col- with students and parents, Ol’ Baldy says bye for now, FALL SINGLE MOTHERS ic. Pastor Paul shared this is to find food and habitat, in- lege High School. “EAU was and it was quite clear that the but continue to pray, read and & WIDOWS FREE AUTO a small part of their being “A cluding salamanders, chip- endorsed for the fidelity and close-knit atmosphere and study the New Testament. CLINIC Church with Heart, Caring munks, box turtles, toads, rigor with which it has im- culture of high expectations “Luv Ya!” for Our Communities”. shrews, earthworms, and plemented CELL’s eight Core administrators intended to Principles of Early College create had been established. Summer, officially came They have to limit the many insects’ species. Many BLESSED ARE THEY th butterfly and moth species High School,” said Tyonka Through EAU, students to an end on September 20 Free Auto Clinic to the first Perkins, interim director of have the opportunity to earn and fall is on the way and it 50 who call and pre-register live overwinter as pupae in Early College at the Center of the Indiana Statewide Trans- By: Rev. Gerry Weesner, is time again for the annual because of time restraints. leaf litter.​ If you rake up and Maples United Methodist Excellence in Leadership of fer General Education Core fall Single Mothers & Wid- It is a long day after doing throw away all of your leaves Church Learning. Mr. Doug Hicks, [STGEC] and an associate’s up to 50 oil changes in their this fall, you’ll be getting rid principal of EAU stated, “Be- degree. Students who earn “Now when he saw the ows Free Auto Clinic. This th parking lot. For more in- of those beneficial and beau- ing endorsed by CELL is a the STGEC alone, which is crowds, he went up on a is the 28 year for the Sin- gle Mothers & Widows Auto formation or to pre-register tiful insects too. Butterflies tribute to the hard work and a 30-hour block of credits mountainside and sat down. and moth caterpillars are commitment levels of our that satisfies the general ed- His disciples came to him, Clinic shared Pastor Paul please call Pastor Paul at and his lovely wife Susie. The 419-771-9378 or Susan Mell a critically important food students, parents, and staff. ucation core requirements and he began to teach them, This group has worked tire- at all Indiana public colleges saying: ‘Blessed are the poor spring of 1987 was the begin- at 419-203-2266. Area Single source for birds in the spring when they are feeding their lessly for the last three years and universities, can save be- in spirit, for theirs is the ning of an area ministry that Moms and Widows will need to accomplish this goal. This tween $2,000 and $7,800 in kingdom of heaven. Bless- has touched over 2,000 local to pre-register by Thurs- babies. If you remove of all th is certainly a proud moment tuition costs depending on ed are those who mourn, single mothers and widows day, September 24 so First the pupae with your leaves in for East Allen University.” which public institution they for they will be comforted. and their families with the Friend’s Church can have the the fall, there will be fewer of CELL is a non-profit lo- choose to attend. Blessed are the meek, for love of God in a practical way correct oil filter for your ve- those insects in and around cated at the University of “Administrators are in- they will inherit the earth. and assisted them in saving hicle. your yard this spring. Indianapolis that leads edu- tentional about using data Blessed are those who hun- thousands of dollars in au- If God’s puts it on your If you choose to rake up cation innovation across the to monitor and support stu- ger and thirst for righteous- tomotive expenses. Pastor heart to help in any way with your leaves this fall, reuse state. In 2013, the Indiana dents to ensure they are on ness, for they will be filled. Paul and his wife Susie have this community ministry them as a natural mulch for Commission for Higher Ed- track to earn both their high ucation designated CELL as school and postsecondary Blessed are the merciful, for assisted churches in four please call Pastor Paul at 419- your garden over winter. they will be shown mercy. The leaves form a natural the sole endorser of official, credentials. That is why over counties minister through 771-9378. Pastor Paul wel- high-quality ECHSs in the Blessed are the pure in heart, mulch that helps suppress half of EAU students are on this practical sharing of the comes any assistance: if you state. In its role, CELL serves track to earn a college degree for they will see God. Blessed love of God. have a heart to help by work- weeds and at the same time PERSONAL ASSISTANTare the peacemakers, NEEDED for they as the lead trainer and sup- at the same time they earn a For the last six years, First ing at the Free Auto Clinic fertilize the soil as they porter of a network of over will be called sons of God. high school diploma.” Friends Church, located at your gracious gift would be break down. The leaves can 90 schools in some stage of (APPLY NOW)Blessed are those who are 210 South Franklin in Van greatly appreciated. First be shredded using a mower Early College implementa- persecuted because of righ- Friends, also on one Sunday or weed eater. This helps to teousness, for theirs is the Wert has hosted this com- I NEED A PERSONAL ASSISTANTmunity FOR assistance program. night of the month, offers a cover more surface area of kingdom of heaven. Blessed your garden if the leaves are are you when people insult Each spring and fall, the Community Fellowship Bar- mulched into smaller pieces. IMMEDIATE EMPLOYMENT,you, persecute you and 500/WK. false- caring and dedicated men becue or Dinner for our area. ly say all kinds of evil against and women of First Friends Pastor Paul requests you call Leaves are packed with trace IF INTERESTED SEND youYOUR because of me.RESUME Rejoice freely give ofTO their time and 419-771-9378, ahead to in- minerals that trees draw up Proclaiming a and be glad, because great is resources to show the Love of sure having plenty of food for from deep in the soil. When Changeless Christ in a your reward in heaven, for in God in this small way. their dinner guests. added to your garden, leaves NELLE at [email protected] same way they persecuted At the Free Auto Clinic Pastor Paul shared if you feed earthworms and benefi- Changing World. cial microbes. They lighten the prophets who were before they change the oil and the are looking for a friendly, Rev. Derek Evans M.Div., S.T.M. FOR MORE you.’”DETAILS Matthew 5:1-12 (NIV). filter and do a multi-point growing, and vibrant church heavy soils and help sandy 9:15 a.m. Sunday School, Adult Bible Study The beatitudes are a revo- inspection and offer car that cares for others and is soils retain moisture. They 10:15 a.m. Worship Service lutionary teaching. Jesus had making a big impact in our are also a fabulous source local communities, please of carbon to balance the join them Sunday mornings nitrogen in your compost Maples United Methodist Church Fellowship Church at 10:30 at 210 South Frank- pile. And they insulate ten- 13240 Church Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46816 Proudly presents lin St. in Van Wert. Single der plants from cold tem- Every (Meeting at Riverside Family Center; Sunday Service: 11:00 AM Country Music Singer Moms and Widows from peratures. Rather you let the Located at the corner of 192 & SR. 49, Antwerp) Pastor Gerry Weesner Friday Night Van wert, Paulding, Defi- leaves lie for wildlife over 260-627-8141 Steve Hawkins 10 pm - 1:30 am ance, Williams, Mercer, and winter or use them to help Traditional Service • Traditional Values with your garden for next Good Times Worship Service Allen counties have been First Sunday: Healing Service Open Mic Good Friends blessed by this James 1:27 spring don’t let the benefits “Is any sick among you? Let him call for {go to} the elders of Good Music 6:00 pm Sunday Evenings ministry. Single moms and of leaves go unused. the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in widows must be pre-regis- For more information, the name of the Lord: And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, …” James 5: 14-15a KJV 419-393-2333 Pastor Max Begley tered by Thursday September contact Staci at Staci.mill- Location: On Franke Road; 3 miles 14876 Rd 171 • De ance, OH 43512 24. 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The Hicksville band rehearsals to prepare for agree with the content that I don’t. will be hosting “Band Night the Friday performance. is printed. We are just the I think about the words of 2015” on October 23, 2015. Dinner will be provided messengers. The name of the Somali-British poet Warsan to participants the day of person who wrote the letter is Shire: “no one leaves home The Aces Pride Marching the event. Please visit the placed at the end of each arti- unless/home is the mouth Band invites any Hicksville cle. To be considered for publi- of a shark …” I think about Band alumni or Hicksville Hicksville Schools Homep- cation, letters must be no lon- the refugees in my own city, community member with age (www.hicksvilleschools. ger than 1000 words, and you Chicago, standing at intersec- musical experience to join org) for online registration must provide a name along tions holding signs that plead the band in a performance and more information, or with a phone number and/or for help. Help means money. for halftime of the Hicks- visit the Hicksville Middle email to confirm validity of Maybe it also means eye con- ville vs. Ayersville Football School and High School of- content. You can respond or tact. Sometimes I don’t even game. Two rehearsals will fice for a registration form. submit a new letter by email, have any of the latter to spare. USPS or fax. Eye contact can be the be- Responses need to be re- ginning of God knows what. The West Bend News ceived by Friday at 5:00 pm A dozen years ago I gave eye to be considered for the next contact to an old friend, a READER PICK-UP LOCATIONS publication. We reserve the Guatemalan who had fled OHIO LOCATIONS Wood and Vine, Paulding Coun- right to edit for length, content U.S.-sponsored hell in his na- Antwerp: Country Time Mar- ty Senior Center, Rite Aid, Ace and worthiness. tive country in the 1980s. I’d Hardware, Gorrell Bros., Coun- written about him when I was ket, Antwerp Branch Library, email: [email protected] Antwerp Pharmacy, H20, Riv- try Inn Living Center, Albert a reporter. We were friends, Automotive, Paulding Court- er Street Market, Antwerp Ex- fax: 419-258-1313 but I hadn’t seen him in a long house, Paulding Co. Bookmo- change Bank, Papa Oley’s, Home- USPS: West Bend News time. bile, Susie’s Bakery, Paulding town Pantry, Pop-N-Brew, The PO Box 1008 Then, there he was. It was VFW Post 587 Rootbeer Stand, Agora, Pit-Stop Antwerp, OH 45813 2004, a year into the occupa- Payne: Lichty’s Barber Shop, Broughton: Kohart’s Surplus & or tion of Iraq. We were at the Payne Super Valu, Antwerp Ex- West Bend News Federal Building, at the end Salvage change Bank, Maramart, Payne PO Box 91, of a march protesting the war. Vantage Health Technology senior Avery Braaten (Antwerp) Bryan: Chief, Town & Country, Branch Library, Puckerbrush New Haven, IN 46774 When I saw him, my blood practices the eye test with Aleeah R. during elementary McDonald’s, Bryan Senior Center Pizza school screenings at Van Wert Early Childhood Center. ran cold because I could tell Cecil: Cecil Elevator, Maramart, Scott: Scott Variety Store HAUNTED, HEMORRHAGING in an instant that his life had Did you know that Vantage understand the test and get- Vagabond Sherwood: Sherwood Post Of- collapsed. I could tell that he Health Technology seniors ting an appropriate response Charloe: Charloe Store By: Robert C. Koehler was destitute and homeless  ce, Village Food Emporium, provide helping hands to lo- from them. The senior Health Continental: Okuley’s Pharma- Sherwood Bank, The world hemorrhag- and utterly lost and the last cal school nurses with student Technology students are just es. Refugees flow from its thing I wanted to give him cy, Dollar General, ACE Hard- Van Wert: Pak-A-Sak, Short health screenings? For the past beginning their screenings ware wounds. was eye contact, but I did. several years, one of their most with Van Wert kindergarten- Stop, Family Video, Orchard Is there a way to be inno- And with it I offered him the favorite community projects ers. They are also scheduled to De ance: Newman’s Carry Out, Tree, BalyEat’s, Lee’s Ace cent of this? mirage of hope. has been to help the school assist at Crestview this fall. Butt Hutt, Chief, Senior Center, Hardware, Main Street Market, People are washed ashore. We talked. I invited him nurses perform hearing and The school nurses, The- Walmart, Big Lots, Cabin Fever Walmart They die of suffocation in -hu Coffee, Cabbage Patch Conve- for dinner. He was a skilled vision screenings for students resa Whittington from Van INDIANA LOCATIONS manity-stuffed trucks. They carpenter and did some work from kindergarten through Wert City Schools and Sandra nience Store flee war and politics; they flee for me. Eventually, a few Edgerton: Marathon, Valero, Fort Wayne: Walmart (Mays- high school. All students must Grooms from Crestview Lo- ville Rd.) starvation. And finally, we months into our reconnec- be tested and the job is over- cal Schools are very apprecia- Kaiser Supermarket, Frager’s don’t even have sufficient air tion, I invited him to move whelming for just one school tive of the student help. They Barbershop, Utilities Of ce Grabill: Save-A-Lot, Grabill for them to breathe. into my house. He lived there nurse. also evaluate the high school Grover Hill: Ross’ Gas Station, Hardware, Grabill Country Sales For words to matter about for almost five years. Vantage senior Health Tech students on their positive at- N&N, Quick Stop Harlan: Marathon, Harlan Do- all this, they have to express This was not an easy sit- students were trained on how titude, ability to accept con- nuts, Harlan Cafe, iAB Bank more than “concern” or even Grabill: Do-It Best Hardware, uation. His spiritual wounds to use the audiometer to test structive feedback and being a Save-A-Lot Hoagland: Mel’s Town Market, outrage – that is to say, they were deep; he treated them hearing by Melissa McCoy, team player. Hicksville: Cline’s Market, Hoagland Pizza Pub have to slice internally as well with alcohol. I know that I M.A. from the Ohio Depart- New Vantage senior Health as externally. They have to helped him, but I don’t think Hickory Hills Golf Course, Sail- Monroeville: Mel’s Deli, The ment of Health. Their instruc- Technology instructor, Wen- ers, Shell Station, Lassus Handy Village of Heritage, Phillips 66 sever our own lives and per- I would be so open again. I’m tor, Mrs. Wendy Baumle pro- dy Baumle says, “The senior sonal comfort. They have to careful about the eye contact Dandy, McDonald’s, H20, Senior Gas Station, Dollar General vided training on the Snellen Health Technology students Center cut as deep as prayer. I dole out, but I cannot sever charts for vision screenings have told me this is their num- New Haven: Curves, Milan

“What in my life today, in myself from a sense of re- and the color blindness test. ber 1 experience as far as Melrose: Uncle Fudd’s Diner, Center, New Haven Branch Li- myself, in my community, in sponsibility to others in need. In addition to the hearing and learning a health related skill Morning Star Convenience Store brary, Ken’s Meat Market, New my culture, prepares me, not I hate the idea of razor vision screenings, the Vantage and being able to apply it in Oakwood: Rhees’ Market, The Haven Bakery, Broadway Deli, some other person in some wire on national borders. I students also help take and re- “real life.” Landing Strip, The Oakleaf, Paterson Hardware, Richard’s border area trying to live his am torn apart by the suffering cord the height and weights of You can see the Health Cooper Community Branch Li- Restaurant, New Haven Chamber or her own complicated life, of refugees and the bombastic the elementary students. Tech seniors in action as they brary, TrueValue Hardware Woodburn: Clip -N- Tan, Jim’s what prepares me to take in a manipulation of politicians, This experience for the pitch in to help at the Van Paulding: Paulding Co. Car- Pizza, Woodburn Hardware, Bob’s refugee?” who try to turn the planet’s Health Technology students Wert United Way Day of Car- negie Library, Chief, Corner Restaurant, Woodburn Xpress, This is where I felt the cut most vulnerable into nation- is not without its’ challenges. ing Bloodmobile at Trinity Market, Integrity Ford, Napa Country Oasis, and Woodburn of razor wire into my heart. al enemies. But I don’t trust One of the biggest has been Friends on Friday, September True Value, Maramart, Dollar Branch Library, Financial “My bigger TV? The little or understand my relation- helping the elementary stu- 25. If you haven’t made your General, Dairy Queen, Holly Partners, Love’s Travel Center glider in my backyard? Any ship with collective human- dents who do not speak En- appointment yet, please call of my stuff? My careful sav- ity. Who are we in relation glish as a primary language, 1.800.RED.CROSS. Read it online for FREE at westbendnews.net ings in order to have enough to others? What do we owe to pay my quarterly estimated them? What do we owe our- ity crowd of 1,500 students taxes and what’ll come due selves? How do we unite in all from around Ohio will gath- next April? My love of poet- our flawed humanity? Let the ry and Shakespeare? … I look er for the annual Ohio High dialogue begin. School Athletic Association Start signing up for around at my conservative Robert Koehler, syndicated neighbors, who and wherev- Foundation Student Leader- by PeaceVoice, is a Chicago ship Conference. award-winning journalist and The 2015 conference will editor. Home focus on overcoming adver- Thank You OHSAA FOUNDATION TO sity, academic success and character development. The I would like to thank HOST NATION’S LARGEST Delivery conference is free to attend everyone for the prayers, STUDENT LEADERSHIP Receive 51 issues for only cards, beautiful  owers, for those students selected food and visits while I was CONFERENCE by OHSAA member schools $32.18 per year. What a great deal! a patient in the hospital and and is geared toward stu- since returning home. Also The nation’s largest stu- dents in grades 9 through 11. Delivery to: Name: ______to the EMS for the quick dent leadership conference “Students selected for this response and transport to returns to the Ohio Union conference are demonstrat- Address: ______Parkview North. Mail this form at The Ohio State University ing their commitment to be- ______—Verlaine Bute on October 6 when a capac- along with your ing a positive role model and City ______State _____ Zip ______leader in their communi- check to: Are you ready for your ties,” Dr. Dan Ross, OHSAA Phone: ______Commissioner, said. “That Email: ______West Bend News Next Vehicle? PO Box 1008 is what school sports are all Is this a gift? Yes No about. Leadership is one of Antwerp, OH 45813 the many values that can be From: established by participation Name ______Your paid home in interscholastic athletics, Contact: ______including sportsmanship, delivery will begin NTEGRITYRITY ______when the free DENNIS RECKER I integrity, teamwork, disci- FORD pline and academic account- If your business or organization would like to circulation ceases Cell: 419-786-0889 ability. This conference is bring in potential clients, contact us about being a Business: 419-399-2555 customer pick-up location for the WBN. for your zip code. [email protected] one part of that.” PAGE 6 – WEST BEND NEWS – SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 Phone: 419-258-2000 • Email: [email protected] very helpful, but is only one of Gary Glover with The Ener- OHIO PEDIATRICIANS HONOR HITE FOR EFFORTS TO the only things it does. I have gy Cooperative, and Dwight IMPROVE CHILDREN’S HEALTH visited the center a number of Miller with OREC. While times and it is always helpful, there, they will gather in- friendly and satisfying. Mar- formation and establish a sha Yeutter is a very capable plan for the electrical line- manager. I don’t think the men selected to participate issue will cost anyone so very in this amazing program. much, and I think it deserves Tentatively, the lineman se- to be passed. lected to help build the new See ya! construction for the people of Guatemala is set for some HODGEPODGE time in March. THE LOBO TANK BUSTERS “I am very thankful that By: Stan Jordan our Board of Trustees has By: Stan Jordan * Bill Fish and Pudge Ken- allowed myself and Pauld- On today’s mission, we nedy are so strong, they play ing Putnam Electric to par- State Senator Cliff Hite “There are no words to ac- were to go to the Stuttgart, Tiddlywinks with manhole ticipate in this program. (R-Findlay) was honored curately express what it’s like Germany area. Some of the covers. Our board has shown strong by the Ohio Chapter of the to have someone like Senator * What is dirt? Mud with free-French told us there support for the internation- American Academy of Pedi- Hite in your corner,” said Sam the juice squeezed out. al foundation in the past atrics on Friday for his work Bennett, a meningitis survi- might be a launching pad area * What turns green first in over that way for the German and this continues that tra- to educate and protect Ohio- vor and pediatric health ad- the spring? Christmas jewel- ans from meningitis. vocate. “I’ll always be grateful V-2 Rocket that is causing so ry. dition,” added Carter. much trouble for the English To follow George’s jour- “I am honored to receive for his efforts to educate and * Don’t run your legs off this award and appreciate the protect our state from men- at London. For the first 300 ney to Guatemala, visit our over a woman. You will need support of those in the pedi- ingitis. He cares and—from a website at www.ppec.coop. miles, we were up to about them to kick yourself. atric health community who survivor’s point of view—that 8,000 ft. altitude to save gas. Also, watch for updates on * A man says to the wait- PAULDING PUTNAM ELEC- have joined this effort to raise means everything.” Then, we dropped down to er, “There is a fly in my ice social media: Facebook, awareness about preventable Earlier this year, the Ohio ground level to escape the cream.” TRIC CEO ON A MISSION Twitter, & LinkedIn TO ELECTRIFY GUATEMALA diseases among Ohio fami- Senate passed legislation, radars because we know this The waiter says, “Serves lies,” said Hite. “Together, we sponsored by Senator Hite, to place will be well-protected him right. Let him freeze!” are saving lives.” require students to be immu- by anti-aircraft fire. * “Who is that lady I saw Paulding Putnam Elec- Hite was awarded the nized against meningitis. After we crossed the city you with last night?” tric Co-op’s (PPEC) CEO prestigious Dr. Antoinette Last year the Ohio Senate of Baden-Baden, we followed “That was no lady, that was and General Manager Parisi Eaton Advocacy honored the memory of Sen- the Auto Bahn to the north my wife!” George Carter will be one Award, which is presented ator Hite’s niece, Tess, by des- about 20 miles, and that is * What is a name for a new of 4 people making the long annually to an individual ignating March 9 as “Men- Stuttgart. Our target was on college sorority? I Phelta Thi journey to a Guatemala the who advocates for children ingitis Awareness Day.” Tess the northwest part of town, * My girlfriend has Pull- week of September 28th. and furthers the mission of passed away within hours probably right where the man Teeth. One upper and PPEC’s statewide organi- the American Academy of after contracting meningitis. rockets are made. Now, if this one lower. zation Ohio Rural Electric Pediatrics (AAP). * Elmer said, “I never is a launching spot, it will be Cooperatives (OREC) is spoke a cross word to my wife protected by a lot of German spear-heading the project BEGINNINGS, MIDDLES & ENDINGS: STORY TIME but once.” and PPEC’s CEO was lucky planes as well as anti-aircraft George replied, “That’s AT PAYNE batteries. We will only be able enough to be asked to go quite remarkable!” down for the first explorato- to make one pass as there will Elmer said, “Not so very, ry visit. be Krauts all over the place. see that scar?” Over the radio came, “Drop * A bachelor is that guy “It’s a great honor to be your extra fuel tanks and test that never made the same asked to go on the trip. This STUDENT EARNS ARTIST OF your guns. Drop your speed mistake once. is a wonderful opportunity THE MONTH STATUS down to about 250mph. Do * I am a light eater. 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By: Staci Miller, Paulding SWCD, Education Spe- cialist On September 11th over 275 fifth grade students from the county spent the day at the Paulding County Fair- grounds and Black Swamp Nature Center. The students arrived after 9:00 a.m. to re- ceive their very own com- memorative 5th grade field day t-shirt with the sponsors of the event listed on the back. The students were then divid- ed into groups and led around to eight different stations throughout the day. Each group had a Vantage FFA stu- dent with them to assist them The Woodburn Luther- one 7th grader on the Junior ment play and winning the and rotate throughout the an Wildcats enjoyed a pep High Cross Country team. championship. We are very stations. The eight different session last Friday afternoon The Lady Wildcat JV Volley- grateful to our coaches and stations featured were: For- to help get their fall athletes ball team has been having an parent volunteers for spend- estry with Curtis Young, Ag fired up for their upcom- outstanding season and have ing the time they do with our Educator for OSU Extension ing games. Woodburn Lu- a winning record. The Varsi- athletes. See the Wildcats in Van Wert Co., Water Qual- theran has several students ty Volleyball team also has a action by visiting our website ity with Nicole Sarver from playing on Woodlan Junior winning record, and went on www.wlsedu.org and clicking ODNR, Geology with Talia High teams, including three to host the Wildcat Invitation- on Athletics link to see our 5th graders on the PAL foot- al this weekend. They played Athletic Calendar. Oakwood Elementary gether. Karin Weible is shown Flagan, Quarry Manager at ball team, three 8th graders games Friday and Saturday, Kindergarten students cele- with her grandson Dylan LaFarge, Agriculture with on the 8th Grade team and going undefeated in tourna- brated Grandparents’ Day on Weible. Dylan is a student in Sarah Noggle, Ag Educator Monday, September 14th with Mrs. Kelly Snyder’s class this with OSU Extension Paulding stories, songs and activities for ac- GROUP: An exhibition from the Negro a light breakfast in the cafe year. Co., Farm Safety with Sandy tive toddlers! Children 18 months Kuhn of Ohio Farm Bureau Friday, October 2, 10:00 a.m. Baseball Leagues Museum in Kan- and some sharing time to- to 3 years of age and their caregiv- Talk about interesting books while sas City. Sponsored by the Friends Federation, GPS with Deb ers are encouraged to attend. enjoying donuts with other home- of the Allen County Public Library STUDENTS ENJOY 5TH GRADE FIELD DAY AT THE PC Hubbard of Paulding SWCD CHI LEGO CLUB: schoolers. This month we will talk CRAFT CAFÉ: FAIRGROUNDS and Noel Morris of NRCS, Thursdays October 1, 8, 15, 22, about Storybound by Marissa Burt Thursday, October 8, 6:30-8:30 Recycling with Kathy Gerken 29, 3:00 p.m. Do you like LEGOs? If BOOKS-N-BAGELS (AND A p.m. Want to get crafty? So do we! so, come join a group of like-mind- FEW DONUTS): Bring your project to the library of Erie Recycling and Wild- ed kids, sprawl on the floor and life with Amanda Podach, Friday, October 9, 10:00 a.m. and enjoy drafting, coffee and con- build. Join our homeschool book group versation. All crafters and projects Education Specialist from MINECRAFT MASTERS: for high school students. are welcome. Fulton County SWCD. The Wednesdays, October 7, 14, 21, MINECRAFT CLUB: MOVIE NIGHT @ THE LI- students learned about a wide 28, 4:00 p.m. Welcome all Mine- Thursday, October 22, 2:00 & BRARY: variety of topics from crops to craft survivors. Whether you are an 7:00 p.m. Play Minecraft with other Tuesday, October 27, 6:30 p.m. expert or just getting started, come people who love the game as much Theater Lower Level 2 Main Li- fossils to bears. The students and explore the Minecraft world. visited four stations before as you do! Call to sign up, 260-421- brary. We will present a G, PG or SCIENCE EXPLORER TES- 1255 PG-13 moving on the big screen the enjoying a picnic lunch with SELLATION AND REFLEC- HOMESCHOOL HAPPEN- 4th Tuesday of the month. Adults grilled hot dogs, chips, apples TION: INGS: must accompany children under slices, carrots and cookies as Tuesday, October 13, 2:00 & Thursday, October 1, 1:00 p.m. 13, the doors open at 6:00 p.m., first well as bottled milk. After 6:30 p.m. Hands-on fun with ex- Learn something new or partici- come first seated. periments and science activities for pate in an interesting activity every SUNDAY AFTERNOON lunch, they went to the last homeschoolers grades K-5. four stations before ending month. This month we will tour CONCERT: I’M A HOOSIER! THE ACPL Access Fort Wayne and learn about Sunday, October 25, 2:00 p.m. nd the day with signing thank 32 ANNUAL POETRY CON- Public Access Television. Main Library Theater, Lower Lev- you notes and having a pop- TEST: FIRST LEGO LEAGUE: el 2. Late Arrivals is a Blues, R&B sicle for snack before they de- September 13 – November 2, Tuesdays, October 6, 13, 20, 27, and Classic Rock band that would parted back to their schools. 2015. Children and young adults 4:00 p.m. Middle schoolers are in- not have existed if not for the Build through grade 12 are invited to vited to join our first robotics team. a Band program at the Sweetwater The students really enjoyed submit one original poem on the the day learning through The team will be mentored by Dr. Academy. Join us for this concert by theme: I’M A Hoosier! Martin Stern and Dr. Tom Loos. a new local band. hands-on activities and in- The contest ends on Monday, Registration is required. OCTOBER IS FAMILY HIS- Pictured here are Payne Elementary students learning about teractive presentations. It was November 2, 2015. Complete rules SCIFI CLUB: TORY MONTH: Global Positioning Systems (GPS) technology with Noel truly and fun and educational available at any library location or Thursday, October 8, 7:00 p.m. The Month of October. The Ge- Morris from Nature Resource Conservation Service while experience for everyone who online. We talk movies, games books, nealogy Center is planning events THIRD ANNUAL DYSLEX- graphic novels and any other sci- for all, from beginning family his- going out on a scavenger hunt to find their very own trea- was involved. The Paulding IA SYMPOSIUM: SWCD looks forward to next ence fiction topic. torians to experienced researchers. sure, Candy, using GPS points. Saturday, October 10, 1:00-4:00 ART CLUB: CHARACTER Don’t miss events like “An Evening The Grover Hill th5 grad- nology, recycling, water qual- year’s Annual 5th Grade Field p.m. Meeting Room BC , Main Li- DESIGN IN COMICS: of Storytelling, classes on sub- ers enjoyed their time at the ity and farm safety. They ben- Day and is gratedful to every- brary, 900 Library Plaza. Parents, Saturdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24, scription databases, DNA explo- one who helped with the field teachers, and other interested 31, 2:00 pm, Globe Room. Middle rations, one on one consultations Fifth Grade Field Day at the efited from this day “in the adults: learn more about dyslexia, fairgrounds. They were able field”! The students enjoyed day. school age participants will work and Midnight Madness extended its symptoms and the many re- with a local artist designing their research hours on October 30. For to interact with experts in the the day which included a free caption: Pictured here sources that are available to help. are Payne Elementary stu- own comic or graphic novel charac- a complete list, www.genealogy- areas of wildlife, agriculture, lunch and t-shirt. There will be a panel discussion ter and learn about character anat- center.org/docs/FamilyHistory- forestry, geology, GPS tech- dents learning about Global from 1:30-3:30 p.m. with the op- omy plus drawing parts of the body Month2015 Positioning Systems (GPS) portunity for questions. with an emphasis on facial features. technology with Noel Morris ABE LINCOLN’S Registration is required. from Nature Resource Con- FRIEND—A DRAMATIC PRE- GETFRIGHT YOU NIGHT: MESSAGE servation Service while going SENTATION: Saturday, October 17, 3:00 p.m. HAVE A WEDDING, Tuesday, October 20, 9:30 a.m. Join us for special activities includ- ENGAGEMENT out on a scavenger hunt to and 1:00 p.m. ing button-makingOUT IN THE (2 per person find their very own treasure, Wednesday, October 21, 9:45 limit) and Photo Ops. Bring your OR ANNIVERSARY? Candy, using GPS points. a.m. and 12:45 p.m. cameraWEST and BEND stand inNEWS. front of a Thursday, October 22, 9:45 a.m. spooky not terrifying backdrop or Let your friends and ALLEN COUNTY PUBLIC and 12:45 p.m. in front of our green screen! neighbors know for Storyteller Doyne Carson, re- NewsJEFFREY R.items KRULL GAL - FREE in the LIBRARY MAIN BRANCH turns for this dramatic presenta- LERY: OCTOBER EVENTS tion about Abe Lincoln’s youth. Her areDiscover alwaysGreatness: An illus- West Bend News. Home & Garden Decor storytelling targets fourth and fifth trated History of Negro Leagues (pictures are extra) Fun Finds & Antiques STORYTIME FOR PRE- grade level youth. Baseball free!!! Big Green Egg Grills SCHOOLS, DAYCARES & OTH- TIME FOR ART! PENCIL Opening October 20, 2015 Panorama Screen Systems ER GROUPS: ART: Retractable Awning Tuesday, October 27, 2:00 p.m. ! T Wednesdays, October 7, 14, 21, MERS RUCK Monuments & Signs and 6:30 p.m. Come join us for an AR ER 28, 9:30 a.m. 30-minutes of theme- F S! based stories, fingerplays, early lit- hour of art. You can come and go as TRACTOR TRAILER eracy activities and fun for your 3 you please. This month we will use Fall Fes tival to 6 year old child. different types of pencils to create Sept. 26 - 9AM-3PM FAMILY STORYTIME: art. Rain or Shine WHICH WITCH? YOUTHE- SERVICE & REPAIR Wednesdays, October 7, 14, 21, Fun for all Ages! 28, 10:30 a.m. Join us for a special ATRE STORYBOOK THEATRE: Craft & Artisan Booths half-hour of book-related fun. Friday, October 30, 2:00 & 3:00 Logisticize Ltd. Big Green Egg Grill Demos Each session is geared to pre- p.m. Some of literature’s most pop- is Now Repairing & Servicing Trucks & Trailers Food • Entertainment • Prizes schoolers ages 3 to 6. Each session ular witches are getting together for Free Parking & Admission includes books, fingerplays, songs a reunion. Chant, cackle and cheer Mums & Pumpkins and Multimedia computer fun. along with the finest alumni of Miss Get your Truck Harvest Ready! BABIES AND BOOKS: Cackle’s Academy of Witches, you Fridays, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, are bound to have a scary good Let Logisticize: Inspect • Service • Repair 10:00 a.m. Bring in those little ba- time. Call: 419-399-3900 x7 bies for a special time just for them. TOTALLY TERRIFIC TUES- DAYS: to schedule service or stop by @ Open Tues-Fri 10a.m. - 4p.m. or by appointment They are never too young to begin with books. Tuesday, October 13, 7:00 p.m. New & Used 861 E. Perry St. This month, Spooky Sweet Treats. We do TODDLER STORYTIME: TRUCK TIRES (Old John Deere Building) ROAD SERVICE Fridays, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, We have the supplies you provide • Kelly 10:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Special the creativity. • Goodyear FIRST FRIDAYS BOOK Paulding, OH PAGE 8 – WEST BEND NEWS – SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 Phone: 419-258-2000 • Email: [email protected] THREE FOR ANTWERP—WINS OVER HOLGATE RAIDERS DEFEAT APACHES AFTER STUNTED 2nd HALF The Apaches and the Raiders faced off on Friday, September 18 at Wayne Trace high school. The game began at 7:00 p.m. with the kickoff from Fairview to the home team. No score took place in the first possessions and penalties for either team until Luke Miller intercept- ed the pass and the Raiders headed back down to their goal. With about 4 minutes left in the first quarter, the Raider Quarterback, Gabe Wobler made a 9 yard pass to Miller and the first touch- Another dig adds up on Ki- down was scored. The point anna Recker’s stat sheet. after failed, but this put the More pictures at westbend- news.net first points on the board at 6-0. Another touchdown ville in 3: 25-19, 25-17, 25-10 Wayne Trace is now 4-4 would have been made by overall, 1-1 in the Green Mead- the Raiders’ Cole Shepherd ows Conference had it not been for a penalty Wayne Trace Leaders: that invalidated the play. Sadie Sinn – 11 digs The next touchdown was Danae Myers – 8 digs, 4 by Shepherd, though, on a 4 blocks, 7-8 serving, 1 ace, 9 yard run and Hunter Show- kills, 2 assists alter proceeded to the point Stacy Flint – 8 digs, 2 assists zone for the extra 2 points, Erin Mohr – 3 blocks, 5 digs, moving the Raiders to 14-0 10-12 serving, 1 ace, 8 kills over their rivals. Carissa Laukhuf – 8-8 serv- The last touchdown for ing, 2 kills, 12 assists the home team derived from Leah Maasel – 3 kills Gabe Wobler making a 12 Sydney Critten – 9-11 serv- yard pass to Eli Sinn waiting ing, 5 digs at the goal line, finishing the Junior Sydney Sheedy nails a kill for the Archers against Hol- Junior Varsity – Ayersville half at 20-0. gate. More pictures at westbendnews.net over Wayne Trace 20-25, 25-19, In the second half of the On Tuesday, September 15 25-16 game, neither team scored. serving; Peyton Short 28 as- Paulding over Spencerville the Tigers travelled to Ant- Both had 3 fumbles and Luke Miller reaches for the sky as he intercepts the Fairview sists, 1 kill, 6 digs, 1 block, 12- – 9/17/15 werp for the 2015 conference each lost the ball once. Total pass, changing the tone for the first half. More pictures at 13 serving 1 ace; Avery Braat- Paulding took down Spen- match. The Archers are con- en 9 digs, 3-3 serving; Sydney offensive yards for the Raid- westbendnews.net tinuing a great season with cerville in 3: 25-5, 25-9, 25-6 Sheedy 4 kills, 7 digs, 2 aces; Paulding Leaders: ers were 294 while there their 6 seniors as they defeat- Audrie Longardner 4 digs, 11- were 213 for the Apaches. ed Holgate – 25-21, 25-16, 25- Jaycie Varner – 11 kills, 15- 12 serving, 2 aces; Beth Haw- 15 serving More pictures at west- 12 ley 3 digs, 1-1 serving; Hope bendnews.net Kiana Recker: 12 kills, 8 Kristen Schilt – 16 assists, Smith 1 kill, 1 dig. 20-20 serving digs, 13-14 serving, 2 aces; Antwerp JV won in 3. Rachel Williamson 14 kills, Kelsey Beck – 16-16 serving More pictures at west- Ottoville over Wayne 8 digs, 1 block; Emily Derck bendnews.net Want to Advertise, 5 kills, 4 aces, 9 digs, 15-16 Trace – 9/17/15 Wayne Trace fell to Otto- but don’t know HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL sists, 3 digs ville in 3: 25-20, 25-19, 25-19 Wayne Trace Leaders: where to start SCORES Avery Braaten 13 digs, 16-16 serving, 1 ace Danae Myers – 10 digs, 3 TH Just minutes from downtown Fort Wayne! Sidney Barnhouse 6-6 serv- blocks, 7 kills, 10-10 serving Volleyball – Antwerp over Erin Mohr – 9 digs, 4 blocks, SEPT. 30 Featuring Mexican & Delphos Jefferson – 9/14/15 ing, 2 assists, 1 dig Audrie Longardner 12 digs, 12 kills American Cuisine! Antwerp won against Del- Stacy Flint – 8 digs ? LUKE BRYAN 3 kills, 7-8 serving 18000 Lincoln Hwy E • Zulu, IN phos Jefferson in 4: 25-16, 23- Carissa Laukhuf – 6 digs, 2 Call 25, 25-22, 26-24 Beth Hawley 1 kill, 7-7 serv- CONCERT ing, 2 aces, 6 digs blocks, 14 assists The WEST BEND NEWS Rachel Williamson 19 kills, Sadie Sinn – 5 digs, 1 block 260-623-3583 4 aces, 5 digs, 3 blocks Hope Smith 1 kill, 2 assists, SPECIALS 1 dig, 1 block Varsity Volleyball at Ant- Kiana Recker 15 kills, 3 werp – 9/19/15 aces, 21 digs Antwerp is now 6-1 on the BILLY BEER BUCKETS season. Antwerp over Crestview in 3: Peyton Short 3 kills, 42 as- 25-20, 18-25, 25-13 JOIN US ON THE “NEW” DECK sists, 19-19 serving, 6 digs Antwerp JV won in two. Ayersville over Wayne Rachel Williamson 10 kills, Sydney Sheedy 10 kills, 10 5 blocks, 3 digs BURRITO DINNER SPECIALS digs Trace – 9/15/15 Wayne Trace lost to Ayers- Sydney Sheedy 9 kills, 3 digs OPEN 11AM - SEE YA BEFORE AND AFTER THE CONCERT Emily Derck 4 kills, 4 as- Emily Derck 6 kills, 4 as- sists, 7 digs Peyton Short 2 kills, 15-15 serving 1 ace, 26 assists, 6 digs Kiana Recker 7 kills, 2 as- sists, 9 digs Audrie Longardner 1 kill, 1 dig Sidney Barnhouse 7-7 serv- YOU ing, 1 dig HAVE Beth Hawley 10-10 serving, 3 digs Hope Smith 1 block Lifetime FREE HEARD? Avery Braaten 4 digs Up to car washes with any Kalida over Antwerp in 2: $100 Mail-in Rebate It’s only $25 25-22, 25-21 New or Used on Set of Four Tires Antwerp lost to Kalida 22- purchases! *Select brands only. Call dealer for details. 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The lady Pan- thers are demonstrating their Antwerp hosted a cross teamwork skills very well this country quad meet at the Riv- year! erside Memorial Park in Ant- Paulding Leaders: Kelsey werp on September 22nd. Beck – 12 kills; Audrey Manz HS Boys: – 24 assists; Taylor March – Antwerp 27, Paulding 44, 18 digs Montpelier 52, Woodlan 114 Junior Varsity – Ada over Top 6 Runners: Paulding in two sets. Williamson, A, 17:08; Bu- More pictures at west- chan, A, 18:26; Waterston, M, bendnews.net 19:34; Dooley, A, 19:43; Shep- herd, P, 19:46; Manz, P, 19:57 PIRATES PILLAGE PAN- HS Girls: THERS AT BLUFFTON FIELD Montpelier 26, Antwerp 30 The Paulding Panthers football traveled to Bluffton Pirate territory Friday night, September 18th for some var- sity football action. Bluffton had the home field advantage and used it to score a win. Fi- nal score: 34-10. Score by the Quarter: Paulding – 0 3 7 0=10 Bluffton – 7 6 14 7=34 Plays of the game: B – #25 26 yd. run (PAT good) 2:25 1st B – #14 15 yd. run (PAT unsuccessful) :45 2nd P – #2 43 yd. FG :02 2nd Annie Miesle Paulding Senior Jaycie Varner gets the dig against Ada. More B – #28 12 yd. run (PAT pictures at westbendnews.net good) 10:44 3rd The Bulldogs took on the a good, hard match for Pauld- P – #2 80 yd. kick return Lady Panthers on Tuesday, ing. Ada took the 1, 3 and (PAT good) 10:30 3rd September 15. The game was 4th sets, while the Panthers B – #14 20 yd. run (PAT good) 4:17 3rd B – #28 12 yd. run (PAT good) 9:38 4th

Like West Bend News on FACEBOOK Erin Mohr high jumps, slamming the ball over the net. More & receive regular updates as pictures at westbendnews.net to what is happening throughout the week. On the rainy morning of The next game was be- Saturday, September 19th, tween Miller City and the Wayne Trace hosted a vol- Lady Raiders, taking the Abby McMichael leyball tri-match against win 25-10, 25-15—and Top 6 Runners: Lima Perry and Miller City. making it look quite easy, I Carlson, M, 22:22; Kayser, This group of players is one might add. W, 22:52; Miesle, A, 23:09; of the best teams the Raiders The leading players for Engels, M, 23:22; Meador, W, have had in a while. the Raiders were Carissa 23:47; Cox, M, 25:48 The first set against Lima Laukhuf – 9-10 serving, 16 2/'02817$,1&$67,521 JH Boys: Perry finished in an extend- assists; Sadie Sinn – 6 digs; Montpelier 18, Woodlan ed game with the Raiders on Leah Maasel – 5-6 hitting 6NLOOHWVa'XWFK2YHQVa7ULSRGVa*ULGGOHV 40 top 28-26. The next set was Danae Myers – 12-13 Top 6 Runners: an easy win for the Lady hitting, 6 kills; Sydney Crit- McClain, M, 11:42; Tay, M, Raiders 25-16, winning the ten – 12-14 serving, 3 aces; 13:32; Elkins, W, 13:33; Laney, game. Erin Mohr – 10-11 serving, A, 13:35; Eitniear, M, 13:44; The lead players were 4 aces, 21-25 hitting, 7 kills; Partin, A, 13:51 Stacy Flint – 6 digs, 1 block, Stacy Flint – 2 digs, 5-6 JH Girls: 2 aces, 8-10 hitting, 2 kills; serving, 8-9 hitting, 2 kills. Montpelier 36, Antwerp Carissa Laukhuf – 12 as- Wayne Trace’s varsity is 53, Woodlan 60, Paulding 67 sists; Madison Zartman – now 6-5 on the season. Top 6 Runners: 6-6 serve reception; Leah The Junior Varsity also ,1&+6.,//(7  Gentz, W, 14:07; Miller, M, Maasel – 2 blocks, 7-8 hit- did well – Wayne Trace over ,1&+6.,//(7  ting, 2 kills; Danae Myers Miller City 25-13, 25-19 and  ,1&+6.,//(7&20%2   14:21; Manz, P, 14:26; Bexten, M, 15:04; Octaviano, A, 15:30; – 5 blocks, 8 kills, 19-21 hit- against Lima Perry 25-14, Vanhorn, W, 15:34 ting; Erin Mohr – 4 digs, 2 30-28. blocks, 11-12 serving, 2 aces, More pictures at west- 8th ANNUAL CELEBRATE 21-22 hitting, 9 kills; bendnews.net 4-H CAMP PALMER DAY- FREE EVENT! Memorial bricks are still mation, please call 419-237- The general public is invit- available to support the new 2247 or email 4hcamppalm- ed to a day of celebration and camp pool. For more infor- [email protected] fun geared to the whole fam- 6,1*/()$-,7$3$1 ily and for all ages. The Open 6(72))$-,7$3$16 ($&+ House event will take place at 6(72))$-,7$3$16 ($&+ 6(72))$-,7$3$16 ($&+ 4-H Camp Palmer in Fulton Woodlan ,1&/8'(6:22'%$6( 0,77 County (26450 County Rd. MN, Fayette Ohio 43521) on Sunday, October 4th, 11:00 High School

48$57'87&+29(1 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 48$57'87&+29(1 4-H Camp Palmer is HOMECOMING EVENT $''75,32'72$'87&+29(1 owned and operated by 11 75,32'$/21( counties in northwest Ohio SCHEDULE and also is an outreach out- reach of Ohio State University Opponent: Jay County Patriots Extension. Please join us for a fun 5:30 - Pregame tailgating and activities day! Activities will include Sponsored by Youth For Christ, carnival games with pumpkin Dallich Entertainment, and the US Army 6,1*/(3$1 painting, wagon rides, camp 6:30 - Class fl oat parade 6(72) ($&+ store, zip line, rifle, climbing 5,'*('3$1)250($7 %851(5&$03),5( 7:00 Kick-off 60227+3$1)253$1&$.(6(7& 5(9(56,%/(*5,''/( tower, archery, gaga ball, ca- ,7(0,13$17+(6,=(2)$+$0%85*(5 21(6,'(60227+27+(56,'(5,'*(' noeing, and flying squirrel. Halftime - Crowning of homecoming Picnic lunch will be pro- King and Queen vided on a first come, first $//&$67,521,7(06$5(35(6($621(''(/,9(5<$9$,/$%/( serve basis served from 12:00 Post-game dance at the *,9(86$&$//726&+('8/($3,&.83,102173(/,(52+,2 126+2:5220  Noon – 2:00 p.m. Also there Woodburn Community Center  25/22.868321)$&(%22.)255(67 621 675($685(6 will be craft and specialty Sponsored by Dallich Entertainment vendors in Woodland lodge. PAGE 10 – WEST BEND NEWS – SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 Phone: 419-258-2000 • Email: [email protected] they host Jay County for an SOCCER AT NEW HAVEN DEFEATS WOODLAN SOCCER VICTORY FOR PAULDING U12 GIRLS ACAC homecoming battle on Friday, September 25. Wood- BOYS – GIRLS TIE MATCH lan will play a Patriots squad coming off a 36-28 league win over Bluffton (Bluffton, IN). The Patriots record now stands at 2-3. Stop in at the game and support your home town team, the best football team to call Woodlan home in years.

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On a very rainy day, the New Haven Cross Country teams overcame the weather and the course to bring home Woodlan’s Goalie, Cassidy Schneider, grabs the ball before their 5th team champion- New Haven’s Megan Baker can score for the home team. ships of the season at the Ot- More pictures at westbendnews.net tawa-Glandorf Invitational. The Woodlan boys and gling to score in the first half, This is the third time both girls teams travelled to Grace while the New Haven boys Goshia. The Paulding U12 Girls Olivia Porter, Coach Lan- teams have won the same in- Gathering in New Haven for posted 4 goals in the first half. Paulding Boys Soccer – soccer team beat out Otto- etta Goshia, Janae Pease, vitational in the same year. a wet and rainy soccer game Both teams were very ac- Ella Cook, Claire Schweller, 9/17/15 ville Timbers 2-0 on Sep- The boys’ started the day on Saturday, September 19 tive and by the second half, Brooke Ankney, Madison Varsity – Sylvania South- tember 9th. Goals were off with a 16 point victory against the Bulldogs. the Warriors were able to be Wright, Hannah Trausch, view 9, Paulding 0 scored by Janae Pease and over 2nd place Van Wert. The New Haven Bulldogs on the board from their own Naomy Yanez, Coach Brad Junior Varsity – Sylvania Kalyn Goshia. With the course being muddy girls soccer team tied Satur- goals. The final score ended Wright, Olivia Sprouse, Southview 12, Paulding 0 Celebrating after the and slick, Deric Laurent the day’s home non-conference with New Haven on top 8-3. Sophia Fisher, and Kalyn game is Olivia Paschall, lead shortly after the mile and game against Woodlan by a Goals for New Haven were cruised to a 10 second victory score of 1-1. scored by Gilberto Castaneda ANTWERP MINI ARCHER VOLLEYBALL COMPLETES PROGRAM in 16:50. Brayan Pizano fin- The boys match, starting (player of the game!), Alex ished next for the team in 6th after the girls game finished, Garcia, and Andrew Mettert. place in 17:30. Josh Hiatt over began with Woodlan strug- came a fall on the slick course to finish 11th in 17:37. Cyrus WT RAIDERS GIRLS GOLF PLACE 2ND AT INVITE Felger set a personal record with a 17:41 to finish in 12th. Kyle Charles was the team’s fifth runner and finished in 20th place in 18:07. Jordan Lahr was the team’s 6th run- ner and placed 31st in 18:26. Grant Atkinson placed 38th in 18:43. New Haven Times: The Antwerp High School during the month of Sep- learned the fundamentals of Deric Laurent (1) 16:50; Volleyball team hosted a Mini tember. Shown here are stu- volleyball and how to work Brayan Pizano (6) 17:30; Josh Archer volleyball program dents in grades 1-4. The girls together as a team. Hiatt (11) 17:37; Cyrus Felger (12) 17:41; Kyle Charles (20) KING’S CRUSADERS AM- cus Nafziger had 9 carries for LADY WARRIORS EDGED 18:07; Jordan Lahr (31) 18:26; Grant Atkinson (38) 18:43 BUSHED BY WOLFPACK 27 yards. AROUND TIGERS FOR WIN Defensively, Marcus Team Scores – Boys IN HS VOLLEYBALL 1. New Haven 50; 2. Van By: Lael Barkman Nafziger had 12 tackles and 2 tackles for loss, while Rylee Wert 66, 3. Carey 115, 4. The Tri State King’s Cru- By: Jeff Abbott Wapakoneta 129; 5. Eastwood saders traveled north to Mich- Schindler had 10 tackles. Sam ACAC opponents Wood- Mossberg and Kyle Stuckey 144 igan and suffered a crushing lan and Bluffton met in the The girls took the course 28-14 defeat to the hands of each contributed 3 tackles for Warriors’s gym and the two loss. for the third race of the day. the Downriver Wolfpack in teams played 4 close games Even with huge down pours, an inter-league battle. It was Saturday, the Crusaders with the Warriors edging hosted the Livingston Coun- the girls’ team easily domi- a battle of forces as the su- the Tigers 3-1 for the confer- nated the field to take home per-sized Wolfpack put 7 men ty Knights for another in- ence win. Bluffton won the ter-league battle at New Hav- the team championships. on the line of scrimmage and first game 25-22 with Wood- The Lady Bulldogs’ defeated pounded the ball at the Cru- en’s Havenhurst Park. lan taking the second game Tri State Christian is a pri- 2nd place Wapakoneta by 37 saders and accumulated over 25-22. The Warriors need points. Paige Boatright led Wayne Trace Lady Raiders Klinker 66 350 yards rushing and 25 vate Christian football team overtime to take the third nd based in Harlan Indiana that the team with a 2nd place fin- placed 2 in the Willow Bend Lincolnview (220) – Mak- yards passing. set 26-24 and finished the ish in 19:58. Hayley Newman Golf Tournament on Sept enzie Kraft 45, Macala Ash- Offensively, the Crusaders plays in the CALA league. It match with a 25-17 win in exists to give young men in was next for the team in 6th 17. Shown here are Gracie baugh 53, McKenzie Davis 57, were led by Freshman Garrett the fourth game. Paige Lichty place in 20:35. Carmen Yoder Gudakunst, Olivia Klinker, Marissa Miller 65, Madison Tenbarge’s 106 yards passing home school and Christian had 15 assist and 5 serve aces schools that do not have foot- finished in 8th place in 20:49. Coach Al Welch, Brooke Shepherd 91 on 10/18, distributing the ball for Woodlan. Woodlan and Brianna Dishong was next for Sinn, Gillie Wiseman, and Hicksville (238) – Micah to Josh Witmer 3/45, Sawyer ball programs the opportu- Bluffton split the reserve nity to experience the great the team in 16th place in 21:57. Hailey Dempsey. Receiving Schroeder 53, Riley Balser Miller 2/33, Marcus Nafziger match 25-24 and 23-25 Ariel Stier sealed the deal for individual metals were Gracie 61, Laney Balser 62, Calista 2/21, and Kyle Graber 2/16. sport of football in a Chris- Scores: 25-22, 22-25, 24- tian environment. For more the team with her 20th place Gudakunst, Brooke Sinn and McKinney 62, Taylor Larry Rylee Schindler led the way 26, 17-25 finish in 22:04. 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By: Jeff Abbott Kory Gerig has 12 kills and 5 serve aces to help the Woodlan offense in a sweep of Wayne Trace in girls volleyball. The Warriors swept the visiting Raiders in straight games. Wood- lan handlily won the first set and then came out on top in a pair of close games to get the sweep. Woodlan and Wayne Trace split the reserve match 20-25 andf 25-24. Scores: 25-15, 26-24, 25- 22 Woodlan Leaders: These three girls are Kohart’s class. The girls are Aces – Gerig 5; Assists – having an awesome day in Kendal Hodge, Aspen Schle- Houser 14; Blocks – Gerig Preschool at Paulding Ele- gel, and Madison Clark. They 1; Digs – Fredrick 5; Kills – mentary School. They are look like best buddies for Gerig 12, Hockemeyer 11 all students in Mrs. Becca sure!! Wayne Trace Leaders: Mohr – 22-27 hitting, 9 kills, 7 digs ANTWERP LOCAL SCHOOL basketball season because of the lack of varsity team. Laukhuf – 49-55 setting, BOARD MEETING NOTES Jostens will be arriving for class ring 26 assists, 7 digs 9/17/15 orders on the 21st and 22nd along with Airman Caleb Mead came uated from Basic Training and an Eagle Scout from the Flint – 8 digs, 12-13 serv- the graduation packages. The midterm to Wayne Trace Grover Hill at Lackland AFB and then Grover Hill Boy Scout Troop. was September 18. The end of the first ing, 3 aces grading period is Friday, October 16th. Elementary to talk to students graduated from technical He is shown with his mother, The government class of Antwerp Myers – 8 digs, 21-23 hit- High School stopped in at the Antwerp The annual Academic Boosters chicken in grades 2 and 6 about his ex- school at Shephard AFB, both Mrs. Tina Mead, and her sec- high school board meeting on September dinners will be on Friday, October 9th ting, 11 kills at 4:00 p.m. and will go up to game time. periences so far in the US Air located in Texas. Caleb was a ond grade class at Grover Hill 17. Sinn – 8 digs Antwerp Local Schools received October 17 is the fun night fundraiser for Force. Mead recently grad- 2013 graduate of Wayne Trace Elementary. receipts of $992,392.02 and had expens- the Athletic boosters at Grant’s hall. The Record: es of $673,022.11 interest: $2,213.63 by fall tournaments is October 1st for golf, Woodlan 8-6, Wayne Kristine Stuart. 5 year forecast is due next September 29 for girls golf, Cross Coun- year. It is being worked on now. try Districts is October 24th. Volleyball is Trace 4-3 Vantage Report by Dennis Recker. October 20th. FIRST DAYS OF SCHOOL AT ANN’S BRIGHT BEGINNINGS Permanent levy renewal on the ballot for Dr. Marty Miller stated that 734 stu- Paulding County. “Passing that levy is dents are currently enrolled. It has gone ADAMS CENTRAL BESTS very important.” up quite a bit from last year. Mike Bute’s son was 2nd highest in Harold Gottke says WiFi is installed WOODLAN the Pipe Fitters Union out of about 500 and operational. He gave a demo to show students. the new cameras and all that has been in- Elementary principal, Tim Manz stalled. A total 74 cameras are installed By: Jeff Abbott gave his report. Fall picture day is Sep- and they can section off each wing for Adams Central took 3 of tember 30 and October 1st. He thanked various purposes. The detail is pretty the PTO officers for their work on the incredible. Different users will be able 4 games to down Woodlan fundraiser. “Kids on the Block” will be to have their own access instead of hav- in girls’ ACAC volleyball at back on October 20 for the third graders ing to look at all and sort through all the of puppets with challenges. They made a views. There is 24 terabytes of storage for the Jets’ home gym. Adams presentation to 155 schools last year to a month of recordings. Central won the first game bring understanding to students. This was Mark Ryan asked about relighting in all based on donations. October 5 will be the gym. There are two contractors who handily over the Warriors the day for the mobile dentist. are giving Harold pricing on the lights. with Woodlan taking a January will begin DARE and they He mentioned that Lincolnview is a good will be on Fridays. Bob Herber will be school to look at to see how much better close second game to tie the presenting about Fire prevention on Oc- the LED lighting is. match. The Warriors chal- tober 8th. Fire trucks will be here from October 22 is the Senior Citizens local fire departments. breakfast. The high school band and show lenged the Jets in the next Antwerp will be introducing coding/ choir will be performing for the residents. two games but couldn’t get a programming to the elementary students 10 years of service for Anita Bok – she will soon. They are working on this because be receiving an award. win as the Jets hung on for there is such a demand for it and trying to There is a Levy renewal coming up. Ann’s Bright Beginnings dinosaurs! Shown here with In the front are Scarlett the match win. Lanessa Gra- drive the interest starts with young people There is a flier that will be going out. It according to Cathy Barnett. will explain what funds are being spent preschoolers had a pinka- their very own Namesaurus Neff, Dashlyn Schweinsberg, ber had 13 digs for Woodlan Mike Bute said the Defiance County on and stuff that may not be so obvious. licious day recently! Along are (in back) Levi Athy, Tay- Alaina Reinhart and Bryn- and Kory Gerig had 10 kills. Sheriff program will be presenting kids Dennis Recker asked about door- 5-12th grade for DARE at the Hicksville stops. Marty said right now that Colum- with reviewing our colors, lor McKeen, Mason Gutier- lee Mangette. These children Scores: 13-25, 25-20, 21- High School on September 21. There will bus has not decided on the issues and it we are working on name rec- rez, Andros Isidoro, Mason are in the four and young five 25, 21-25 be about 7 busses being used. wouldn’t be a good idea to install them at There will not be homecoming this time until a determination is handed ognition and learning about Smith, and Lauren Hanak. year old class. during football season, but moved to down to the schools. ECHOLOCATION EDUCATION OCTOBER EVENTS AT NEW HAVEN BRANCH OF ALLEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY 2015 MODELS AT 2014 PRICES!

COMPUTER BASICS By appointment. We will be glad to show you the ba- sics of Internet searching and e-mail. Just call and set up an appointment. FAMILY STORYTIME Tuesdays, October 6, 13, 20, 27 and Wednesdays, Octo- ber 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:30 a.m. October 6 & 7 – Pets October 13 & 14 – Colors After completing a re- blindfold. Pictured here, ‘bat’ October 20 & 21 – Spiders search project on bats, Mrs. Jazmyne Roddy zeroes in on October 27 & 28 – Ghost Gideon’s Mercy 3rd and 4th her ‘prey’ Jasmine Mattson by Stories grade students at Divine listening to small noises and THOSE WITTY BRITS Mercy Catholic School prac- using only her sense of hear- Wednesday, October 21, WESTFIELD HUTCHISON ticed echolocation by don- ing while Maddox Treece and 7:00 p.m. A book club devoted ning some batwings and a other classmates look on. to British humor. Come and laugh with us. Thank you for making our website one of the most visited TEEN THURSDAYS WE HAVE A LARGE INVENTORY OF Thursdays October 1, 8, 15, in Paulding County. Be sure to stop every week to see the 22, 29, 3:30 p.m. latest news, information and weather for the area. October 1 – Pom Pom NEW AND USED TRANSPORT AUGERS Scarf October 8 – Puppy Chow October 15 – Color In the CALL LUKE OR STEVE FOR THE DETAILS. www.westbendnews.net Lines October 22 – Book Bingo October 29 – Halloween Festivities HALLOWEEN PARTY Saturday, October 24, 2:00 p.m. Ages 11 and younger— Dancing, costume contests, HUNTINGTON BLUFFTON WABASH and candy included. 4777W - 500N 5068E - 100N 983 N. ST. RD. 13 102 N. Main Street, Payne, OH 45880 Have Something to sell? (260) 565-3659 ‡ 1-800-876-9351 Classified ads are $8.50 for 20 words or less and only $.15 for E-mail: [email protected] ‡ Website: www.troxelequipment.com each additional word. Phone: 419-258-2000 • Website: www.westbendnews.net PAGE 12 – WEST BEND NEWS – SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 DISCUSSIONS ABOUT THE CONSTITUTION ASK ME ...Miss C!

Dear Miss C, who you are, and inside your the world. You will continue All over the news are sto- core beliefs. You raise your to see the negative stories in ries about intolerance. It’s children to love in the way our daily news. We are over- so disheartening to watch you believe love should be whelmed by horrific stories the news because every day given. in newspapers, on TV, and there is a new story about Rose, how do you define via the internet. Many of new shootings, racial and love? Does love affirm, wher- those stories involve Chris- sex discrimination. Serious- ever you are in the journey? tians as a perpetrator of ly. I am a Christian woman, Or is love an action? If love hurt. It is, as you said, dis- and sometimes I think that is an action, then it is a tool heartening, but Christians we are part of the problem! to help change the world are just humans. So they will How can I teach my child to and intolerance around you, continue to make one mis- love everyone, when every one moment at a time. And take after another. In honor of Constitution topics: welfare, and ensure the bless- time I turn around, other words from Regan, “But My best advice is for you Day, the 7th and 8th grade Who were the people rep- ings of liberty? Christians are the ones mak- here is the problem we often to guide and show your chil- social studies classes of Ker- resented in the Constitution? Student were placed in ing things worse? Please help fall into. We want the world dren how to love and over- ry Gudakunst took part in a What are your ideas of a groups where they were as- me to understand! to change without chang- come the negativity by which lesson about the Preamble to perfect union? How does the signed one idea. Groups were ­—Rose ing ourselves. We want our we are often bombarded. En- the US Constitution. After Constitution establish justice, challenged to create a quilt Dear Rose, community to change with- sure your children through watching a short video, stu- ensure domestic tranquili- square that reflected how the To respond to this ques- out changing ourselves. your own actions, that with dents participated in a class ty, provide for the common Constitution addresses this tion, I consulted with my We want to live our lives faith and love we have the discussion on the following defense, promote the general topic. friend, and Pastor at River- to change without actually power to change, and inspire side Christian Church, Re- changing anything.” change in others. CROSS CATEGORICAL STUDENTS BACK IN BINGO ACTION gan Clem. The most basic So to teach your child to Blessings, KRUSE: INDIANA SENATE WITH VANCREST FRIENDS answer is, you teach your love, show them the changes —Miss C REPUBLICANS OFFERING child to love because it is that loving makes happen in PAID INTERNSHIPS high-demand fields is eligi- PAYNE STUDENTS PLAY SHORT VOWEL GAMES IN State Sen. Dennis Kruse ble: Advanced Manufactur- (R-Auburn) announced the ing, Aerospace and Aviation, Indiana Senate Republicans Automotive, Back Office, are offering paid internship BioHealth, Corporate Head- opportunities in the Senate’s quarters, Energy, Financial legislative, legal, policy, com- Services, Food Processing, munications and information Information Technology and technology offices during the Services, Logistics, Polymers 2016 session of the General and Chemicals, and Research Assembly. and Development. Training The 3rd to 6th grade stu- friends get together monthly Qualified candidates must opportunities include, but dents in the Payne Elementa- for fun, laughter and usual- be college students, recent are not limited to, operational ry Cross Categorical Class are ly Bingo! The students and graduates, or enrolled in skills training, certification excited to be back with their residents have wonderful in- graduate or law school. Posi- processes and equipment friends at Vancrest Assisted teractions together and look tions are open to Indiana res- training. Training can occur Living. We missed each oth- forward to the next visit. idents or non-residents who at the employer’s facility, at er over the summer. These attend a college or university provider’s training facility or Students at Payne Elementary in Mrs. Perkins’s class are located within the state. at a third-party site. working on reading words with short vowel sounds. Monica Benefits include a $700 The Ohio Development Williams is shown using the mimio to sort rhyming words VANTAGE SEPTEMBER Karen McGilton, Mary Jane Fast, and bi-weekly stipend, scholar- Christie Wortman; Kristie Jones, Ohio Services Agency will reim- with short a vowel sounds. BOARD MEETING HELD Technical Center Instructional Leader; ship opportunities, earned ac- burse the employer for up • Approved the list of bus & van ademic credits, resume build- 9/3/15 drivers for Vantage Career Center 2015 to 50 percent of the eligible 16 school year; ing, community involvement training costs, up to $4,000 The Vantage Board of Education • Approved the Sub­recipient Agree- and networking while work- held the September Board meeting on ment between WSOS Community Ac- per employee, after 1) the Thursday, September 3, 2015 in the tion Commission, Inc. and Vantage ing along with more than 40 employer pays the full cost of District Conference room. The minutes Career Center; fellow interns at the Indiana from the August 6, 2015 regular Board • Approved Susan Farr as Paulding the training, and 2) the em- meeting were approved along with fi- Agriculture Satellite FFA Advisor for Statehouse located in down- ployee successfully completes nancial statements for the month of the 2015­16 school year; town Indianapolis. July, 2015. • Approved employment of Reesa the training. The maximum Superintendent Staci Kaufman ex- Rohrs as a primary instructor for nurs- These are partisan, full- amount an employer may pressed to the Board her appreciation ing clinicals from September 1, 2015 ­ time positions that begin with for staff efforts in improvement in the August 31, 2016; qualify for in a fiscal year is district CTE report card. Support staff, • Approved the list of Ohio Teach- a mandatory orientation in $100,000. The company must teachers, and administrators pushed for er Evaluation System (OTES) certified late December and conclude increased accountability in the perfor- evaluators, effective July 1, 2015 –­ July be in operation for at least 12 mance indicators. She announced the 30, 2016: Dave Froelich, Van Wert Sat- at the end of the legislative months in Ohio to partici- 40th anniversary for Vantage Career ellite Administrator; Robert Priest, Van session in March 2016. Center will officially be held on Feb- Wert Satellite Administrator; Todd pate. ruary 22, at the annual Open House. Harmon, Paulding Satellite Adminis- “This internship is a way Businesses can begin the Forty years of providing workforce trator; to gain valuable work experi- training will be recognized through- • Appointed Adult Education Di- online process on September out the calendar year 2016, as Vantage rector (Pete Prichard) as the Title IX ence while actively participat- 28, 2015 and will have more opened its doors in 1976. Ms. Kaufman Coordinator for Ohio Technical Cen- ing in the legislative process,” also reminded the Board of the perma- ter (Adult Education) postsecondary than two weeks to gather nent improvement levy renewal on the students at Vantage Career Center as Kruse said. “I encourage any the necessary information to November ballot, at .7 mils. A taxpayer required by federal regulations; student interested in public with a home valued at $100,000 would • Accepted the resignation of Peter complete their application. pay annual taxes of $9.57. The levy cur- H. Weir, Trade and Industry Programs service or state government The online applications will rently collects at only .30 mils. Adult Manager effective August 31, 2015. (re- to apply.” visions to the Revenue Sharing Agree- be accepted on a first-come, Education Director Pete Prichard sub- Kruse said more infor- mitted his written report on the ABLE ment with Northwest State Community first-served basis and can be First grade students in Mrs. Perkins’s class at Payne Elemen- program, enrollment service, financial College stipulate NSCC will employ Mr. mation and applications for submitted beginning at 10:00 aid, the Medical Assisting program, Weir starting September 1, 2015; tary are shown playing a board game where they are reading and the Police Academy. High School • Accepted the donation of an EMD full-time, spring internships a.m. on October 14, 2015. Director Ben Winans reported on staff Cylinder, valued at $3,000.00, from can be found online at www. words with short vowels. and student recognition and upcoming General Motors, Defiance, Ohio toward For more information events for the month of September. Mr. the Automotive programs; IndianaSenateRepublicans. about the Ohio Incumbent Winans presented a thorough review of • Approved the Van Wert Com- com/intern-program. Antwerp Conservation Club the CTE Report Card components and munity Reinvestment Area Agreement Workforce Training Voucher the earned scores, to the Board. between Jordan and Jenna Sherry, 259 The deadline to apply is Program visit http://develop- In new business, the Board: Prairie Lane, Van Wert, Ohio and Van- October 31. ment.ohio.gov/bs/bs_wtvp. FALL FISH FRY • Employed the following list, as tage Career Center; At the Antwerp Conservation Club • 17814 TR 53 needed as scheduled: Susan Osen- • Approved the NEOLA revised htm. baugh, Cook; Tricia Taylor, Assistant policy 5460: Students ­ Graduation Re- WORKFORCE TRAINING Treasurer; Reesa Rohrs, High School quirements; For additional assistance, Sat. September 26, 2014 - 4:30-7 p.m. Secondary Program STNA Coordina- • Approved the revisions made to MONEY AVAILABLE contact Shannon Vanderpool ALL YOU CAN EAT! Article VIII, Evaluation System, of the tor; Tillman Karl, Theresa Mengerink, $ Laura Stocksdale, Katie Drerup, Kelly Negotiated Agreement between the at (614) 644-8560or Shannon. Adults - 9.00 Horstman, Ashley Cline, Angie Shella- Vantage Teacher’s Organization and More than 122,000 Ohio Vanderpool@development. $ Vantage Career Center’s Board of Ed- kids 4-12 - 5.00 • 3 & under Free barger all as Virtual Learning Graders. employees have already been ohio.gov, Jennifer Spohr at • Employed the following list, as ucation; Carry Outs will be available at 4pm Adult Education employees, as needed, The next regular Board meeting trained through the Ohio In- (614)466-4184 or Jennifer. as scheduled: Linda Bales, Adult Edu- will be held on Thursday, October 1, [email protected]. cation Secretarial Substitute; also Adult 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in the District Confer- cumbent Workforce Training PUBLIC INVITED antwerpconservation.org Education Instructors Marcia Osenga, ence Room. 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Offer expires 9/26/15 PAGE 13 – WEST BEND NEWS – SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 Phone: 419-258-2000 • Email: [email protected] PAULDING COUNTY ODOT Goyings, who said he was • Ohio 114 east of U.S. 127 BALLOT BOARD APPROVES Answers on EMPLOYEE WINS STATE- very surprised at the win. “I U.S. 127 between Garfield FINAL LANGUAGE FOR The West Bend News Page 15 WIDE ROADEO really didn’t think I’d be in Avenue and Jackson Street in STATE ISSUE 3, CERTIFIES the top three,” he said, af- the village of Paulding closed TERM LIMITS AMENDMENT Sudoku Puzzle ter watching several others April 13 for approximately Leon Goyings of the AS SINGLE ISSUE Paulding County Ohio De- drive the course. He beat the eight months for a sewer sep- second-place finisher by 20 aration project. Traffic is de- partment of Transportation The Ohio Ballot Board 3 5 (ODOT) District 1 mainte- points. toured onto Ohio 111, Ohio The ability to operate any 637 and Ohio 114 back onto today approved ballot lan- nance garage was the winner guage for State Issue 3 that 47 31 9 of the loader competition in type of equipment is appar- U.S. 127. Work is being per- ently key to a statewide win. formed by VTF Excavation, will appear before voters Goyings said a Caterpillar Celina. during the General Election 857 loader which he’d never op- Putnam County: to be held on November 3, erated before was used in the U.S. 224 between Kalida 2015. competition. “That was my and Ottawa will be restrict- The board also certified 8 2 first time in a Cat loader. We ed to one lane through the a ballot initiative seeking use Case and John Deere,” work zone for placement of to modify the structure of 648 1 said Goyings. berm stone. Work is being term limits in Ohio as a sin- Finishing third in the performed by the Putnam gle issue. Petitioners for that loader event was Tom Mel- County ODOT maintenance initiative will now need to 17 9 linger of the Hancock County garage. collect 305,591 signatures, ODOT maintenance garage. U.S. 224 in Glandorf closed which is equal to 10 percent 9 6 2 Photo cutline: Leon Goy- August 31 for approximately of the total vote cast for gov- ings (foreground) of Paulding three days for a culvert re- ernor in 2014, in order to County and Tom Mellinger placement. Traffic is detoured place the issue on the ballot. 7 (background) of Hancock onto Ohio 694, Ohio 115 and As part of the total num- County sign the paperwork Ohio 15 back to U.S. 224. ber of signatures needed to 65 after being named the first Work is being performed by place the measure on the ballot, petitioners must also Wednesday’s Director’s Cup and third-place finishers, re- the Putnam County ODOT HUSTED PRAISES HIGH MAGEE MARSH WILDLIFE spectively, in the Ohio De- maintenance garage. have collected signatures Truck and Loader Roadeo. from at least 44 of Ohio’s 88 COURT’S DECISION IN AREA TEMPORARY ROAD Goyings took first place partment of Transportation Ohio 189 at the east edge of RESPONSIBLEOHIO BALLOT CLOSURE Director’s Cup Truck and Ottoville closed May 27 for an counties, and within each among 24 contestants who of those counties, collect TITLE competed in the loader event. Loader Roadeo in Columbus unplanned culvert repair. The The road on Magee Marsh on Wednesday. It is Goyings road is closed for an indefi- enough signatures equal He earned the right to com- to five percent of the total Ohio Secretary of State Jon Wildlife Area running from pete after winning the dis- first win at the state level. nite amount of time. Traffic the Sportsmen’s Migratory is being detoured onto Ohio vote cast for governor in the Husted released the following trict’s contest in May where most recent gubernatorial statement in the Ohio Su- Bird Center to the beach he bested his coworkers in ODOT CONSTRUCTION & 190, Ohio 634 and U.S. 224 area, including the board- back to Ohio 189. election, 2014. preme Court’s ruling in The each of the eight counties MAINTENANCE PROJECTS Secretary Husted serves State ex rel. ResponsibleOhio walk and beach trails, will within ODOT District 1. WEEK OF 9/21/15 be closed in order to provide PAULDING COUNTY COURT as the Chairman of the Bal- vs. Ohio Ballot Board et al., The top-two finishers in lot Board in his official -ca specifically the court’s affir- a quality hunting experience the district competition in Paulding County: REPORTS pacity as the Ohio Secretary mation of the State Issue 3 for Ohio’s sportsmen and both the truck and loader Ohio 500 from Ohio 49 in women. Criminal Dispositions: of State. Other members ballot title where the court competed in Wednesday’s Payne to the Indiana state line Dario Anic; Mentor, OH; FTY/Left include Ohio Senate Presi- stated that “Husted’s ballot The road closure is in ef- event. will be closed beginning Sep- Turn; No Cont; Pay all fines and cost by fect September 28 – October 9/30/15 dent Keith Faber, State Rep- title is not ‘inaccurate, incor- District 1 encompasses Al- tember 28 for approximately Leighton B. Mullins, Jr; Defiance, resentative Kathleen Clyde, rect, or illegal,’ ‘confusing, 5, October 13 – November 1, len, Defiance, Hancock, Har- one month for reconstruction OH; No OL; J-No Cont; Pay all fines and and November 9 – Decem- costs by 10/30/15 or will be sent to collec- former State Senator Nina misleading, or argumenta- din, Paulding, Putnam, Van of the roadway. Access to res- tions Turner and Mr. William tive,’ or persuasive in nature.” ber 7, 2015. Additionally, the Wert and Wyandot counties. idents and businesses as well Kristen N. Beck; Bluffton, OH; off Inv road and beach area will be Underag; A-Dismiss; Case dismissed per Morgan. The following may be at- The roadeo is a friend- as for school buses, emergen- state; with prejudice; costs waived tributed to Ohio Secretary of closed during the controlled ly competition which pits cy services and farming activ- Eric Paul Adams; Oakwood, OH; youth waterfowl and deer Open container; Dismis; Case dismissed LATTA ON DEFUNDING State Jon Husted: equipment operators against ities will be maintained. All per state; costs to defendant; Count B; “Today, the Ohio Supreme hunts scheduled October 3-4 one another to test their skill other traffic will be detoured Reckless Oper; No Cont; Report to jail OF PLANNED and November 21-22, 2015. 12/4/15 at 8:00 a.m. for two days; 12/11/15 Court agreed with me, the in maneuvering equipment onto County Road 1, Ohio at 8:00 a.m. for two days; 12/18/15 at 8:00 PARENTHOOD dictionary, common sense For more information, go through a series of obstacles 613 and Ohio 49 back to Ohio a.m.; Two days ALS vacated; pay all fines to www.wildlife.ohiodnr.gov and costs by 10/301/5 or will be sent to and many news publications intended to mimic situations 500. Work is being performed collections; Community Control 2; 24 jail Congressman Bob Latta across our state that State they encounter on the job. by Gerken Paving, Napoleon. days reserved; Count C; Driv/Fra Susp; No Cont; Pay all fins and costs by 10/30/15 issued the following state- Issue 3 would create a mari- The West Bend News is pub- Participants are also required U.S. 127 from the south or will be sent to collections ment regarding the U.S. juana monopoly in Ohio and lished weekly with news from to find deliberately-placed corporation limit of Pauld- Kevin D. Stork; Paulding, OH; Phys Control; Guilty; May attend the DIP Pro- House of Representatives that the voters deserve to be Northeast Indiana and North- mechanical bugs on equip- ing to the Van Wert County gram in liueu of jail; ALS vacated shall passage of H.R. 3134 – the given that information before west Ohio. The publication is ment as part of the pre-trip line will be restricted to one pay $50 per mo. Commencing 10/30/15; wholly owned by West Bend has a POC date of 6/24/16; Community Defund Planned Parenthood casting their ballots. inspection portion of the lane through the work zone Control 2 ordered; secure a valid driver’s Act, and H.R. 3504 – the “I have an obligation to Printing & Publishing Inc. competition and to complete for berm work. Work is being license; 20 hrs. community service; 87 jail Born-Alive Abortion Survi- present the people of Ohio Home Delivery information a written test. performed by the Paulding days reserved for the West Bend News fol- Jacob W. Shock; Defiance, OH; Reck- vors Protection Act. with accurate information lows: Home delivery is $32.18 Goyings has won or placed County ODOT maintenance less Oper; No Cont; Proof of financial “Today the House acted to to help them make an hon- at the district level in both responsibility provided; ALS vacated; per year. Newsstand is free for garage. pay all fines and costs today; 27 jail days protect the life of the unborn est and educated decision on pick up. the truck and loader events Sealing of pavement cracks reserved Ryan M. Mapes; Paulding, OH; Tow- by voting to defund Planned Election Day. All content submitted & several times, but has never will restrict traffic to one ing Viol; Guilty; Case was waived by de- Parenthood. The abhorrent “I will convene the Ohio printed in the West Bend News won at the statewide level. In lane through the work zone fendant Andrea N. Miller; Paulding, OH; videos that have connected Ballot Board this week where becomes the property and his 19 years with ODOT, he’s during the week at the follow- Fictitious Reg; J-No Cont; Proof of insur- Planned Parenthood to al- we should easily be able to copyright of the West Bend competed in the statewide ing locations. Work is being ance provided; pay all fines and costs by legations of trafficking fetal make the technical changes Printing and Publishing Inc 10/30/15 or will be sent to collections corporation. Any and all repro- competition approximately performed by the Paulding Brock D. Verfaillie; Pauldign, OH; body parts have shown a cal- the court requested to the lan- 15 times. County ODOT maintenance Dom Violence; Dismis; Case dismissed guage it approved so county duction requires prior consent per state; with prejudice; costs waived lous disrespect for innocent by the Publisher. Any submis- “That’s my first, first- garage: Brandon W. Develbiss; Melrose, OH; life. The Defund Planned boards of elections across our place win. I’ve won second • Ohio 111 east of U.S. 127 Dom Violence; A-Dismiss; Case dis- sions may be edited or rejected missed per state Parenthood Act removes state can make final prepara- by the editor. place a couple times,” said • Ohio 637 east of U.S. 127 Dustin Anthony Dobbelaere; Mel- federal funding for the or- tions for this fall’s election.” rose, OH; Domestic Violence; Dismis; Case dismissed per state; without preju- ganization while Congress PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION dice; costs to defendant completes its investigations GOEBEL FARM MACHINERY AUCTION Date: Monday October 5th. 2015 Herbert L. Lovell, Jr.; Paulding, OH; Junk Notice; Guilty; Defendant to pay all into these implications. Ad- Date: September 26th 2015 Time: 3:00 PM Sharp fines; defendant has till 9/15/15 at 5:00 ditionally, the bill further Time: 9:00 a.m. Sharp Location: 03138 Cemetery Rd. Edgerton, Ohio 43517 p.m. to retrieve all personal property; Auctioneers Note: The Koenemans have sold their residents and are the remaining item on the property are supports women’s health by Location: 02652 Co. Rd. 2.50 Edgerton Ohio 43517 relocating out of state and will be offering a very clean and well maintained offering deemed abandoned by the land owner providing $235 million for Tractors: IH Farmall M 1941 Ser#(48878) of personal property. Don’t miss this Auction!! and the land owner may destroy the re- community health centers 2 way hydraulics 9speed trans, IH Farmall Personal Property: 2006 Yamaha Rhino 660 maining items Super A 1948 Ser#(257306), JD MC 1951 4x4 214hrs. electric diff lock 2” receiver (original Renee L. Brean; Paulding, OH; Tele- that do not perform abor- Crawler Ser# (15130), Case 530 backhoe tires & rims), Ford 8N(very nice extra cast rim) com Harassm; Guilty; defendant placed tions. 3-stick, 1805 MF 4x4. Harvest Equipment Simplicity Zero turn 50” deck w/387 hrs. 20hp on standard probation; fines and costs to & Grain handling: JD 925 25ft. grain Vanguard engine, Simplicity garden tractor be taken from bond on case #15-CRB-191; Both pieces of legislation head w/poly skid plates, JD running defendant shall complete 40 hrs. commu- gear header cart, New Idea 2row narrow 614hrs 48”deck-36”rearmount tiller, cultivator, nity service; shall have no contact what- passed today ensure taxpay- blade, sickle bar mower, Colt SG PopUp Camper corn picker, New Idea 2row wide corn picker, 2-Gehl TR680 2row wide silage soever with victim er dollars are being spent choppers, Gehl TR680 2row 30” silage header, Gehl TR680 2row wide silage sleeps 6 w/awning (extra 40gal water heater & Shandonn J. Moore; Payne, OH; Req sink, 1999 Dodge Truck 1500 SLT 4x4 198,440miles 5.2 liter engine, MidAtlantic header, Gehl HA 900 hay pickup header, Gehl 960 silage wagon tandem axle, stop cross; Guilty; pay all fines and costs with integrity, and reaffirms Farmhand silage wagon, New Holland 27 whirl a feed silage blower, JD 7360 Dump Trailer 5000lbs 5’x8’ w/electric hoist & brakes, JD 6ft blade, 5ft King Kutter today; complete the school bus drive R Chopper, Tools & Specialty Equipment: Annie electronic Thermometer, a commitment to acting green chopper, 2-200bu hopper wagons, Corn Auger 6500, Little Giant Corn Safety refresher course; within one years elevator,  atbed wagon,. Tillage Equipment: Krause 21ft. Disk cultivator w/5bar Magnahelic Differential Pressure gauge, Rigid No# 450 Tri-stand 1/8” to 1” w/pipe of today’s date and provide proof to the against infanticide. cutter, reamer(very nice), 5550 automatic halogen leak detector, Slack Tube gas-u- tine harrow, Glencoe Field cultivator 16ft., Bridge 24ft. Danish w/double rolling court Nearly $500 million dol- basket w/walking tandem, Cobey 10ft cultipacker, 20ft harragator, 6 row Danish manometer, Oil nozzles for Oil burners, Dayton Work box, Milwaukee(Super Saw, Ilene N. Rickels; Payne, OH; Reck- Electric Impact, Cordless hammer drill), Thermal Recovery center, Ritchie gas lars in federal funding goes row cultivator, Steiger 9-shank disk chisel, Cook 12ft. off set disk. Livestock & less Oper; Guilty; May attend the DIP Manure Handling: Featherlite 1997 7’x20’ model 8120(very nice), New Idea 3639 pressure test kits, Speedaire 90psi air compressor, EXL 8000 generator13,500 watt Program in lieu of jail; ALS vacated; shall electric start 15hp Briggs & Stratton, Chore Master 3000psi pressure washer(brand to Planned Parenthood. manure spreader tandem axle w/poly bottom & hydraulic lift gate, International pay $50 per mo. commencing 10:30/15; 1150 feed grinder, Tranportable hydraulic Cattle working chute, Smidley Steer new), air compressor w/2-1hp 3phase motors, Lincoln Weld-pak 100 wirewelder, has a POC date of 2/26/15; Community This cannot continue. There ½ DV-85N 3cfm fast vac, Speed sharp chainsaw sharpener, Sterling TF-150 Stuffer 7ft. 3ton, Hay Saver round bale feeder, Farmland Creep feeder w/polyliner, Control 2 ordered; secure a valid driver’s are over 9,000 communi- wood square hay feeder, large assortment of tube gates. Misc Equipment: 120V 150,000BTU furnace, blowtorch, Skilsaw license; 20 hrs. community service; 27 jail 2 ¼ “hp 7 ½ “saw, Dayton Truck wench, come ty health centers across the Cardinal 40ft sprayer w/electronic control & foamer, 6ft. blade, 1-30.5x32 8 bolt days reserved rim  ts 6600 to 7720 JD combine, Cement mixer longs, wheelbarrow,1/2”PEX In oor heating tube, Wade R. Bissell; Paulding, OH; Driv/ Misc. & Collectibles: Baskets, Cabelas 50th country providing a full 3-pt, Round bales grass 1000lbs, small squares Fra Susp; J.Guilty; Pay all fines and costs grass hay, 3-Electric Motors 7.5hp 3phase, tire anniversary hardback catalogs, 5 gal. crock, Log by 9/25/15 or will be sent to collections range of services to mil- Hook, log chains, Stihl(130 weedeater, 023 & 044 Angel Alfonso Pineda; Indianapolis, lions of American women, changer. Collectibles & Misc: JD 20 pedal Chainsaws), Fimco 25gal. yard sprayer, Werner IN; No OL; J-No Cont; Pay all fines and tractor, JD 2-wheel trailer, Honda Aero, 5hp 24ft. & 10ft  berglass ladders, Holland Traditions costs today including 280 better health minibike, Antique lanterns(Dietz Lantern, Dietz- Grill, Smoker Craft Aluminum boat, 12x7 Montana Jaydon Laray Williams; Fort Wayne, care alternatives in Ohio. Blizzard Lantern, Little Wizard, Hibbard Spencer Camping tent, Raleigh M-30 Men & Women Mountain bikes, Wicker Porch swing IN; Driv Under Susp; J-Guilty; Shall pay & Bartle No2 lantern) & chair, Black & Decker Mini Fridge, Rush packable ATV & UTV ramps, electric $50 per mo. Commencing 10/30/15; has a None of these centers carry Owner: Clair & Laverne Goebel 1000psi pressure washer POC date of 6/24/16; Community Control the moral and ethical chal- Neighbor Consignor: Konnie Perry Owners: Thomas & Marilyn Koeneman 2 ordered; complete 25 hrs. of communi- Terms: Cash/Check/Mastercard/Visa/Discover/Am. Express w/photo I.D. 4% Terms: Check or Cash, all announcements ty service; secure a valid driver’s license; lenges Planned Parenthood buyers’ premium on all purchases w/4% discount for cash or check. made auction day take precedence over printed material. 90 jail days reserved; Count B; Reckless presents. Auctioneer: Darren L Bok CAI Go To: www.auctioneerdarrenbok.com, or Oper; J-Guilty; Pay all fins and costs by 07356 Seevers Rd. Hicksville, Ohio 43526 www.auctionzip.com enter Auctioneer ID 13801 6/24/16 or will be sent to collections; shall Every unborn life is sa- Website: www.auctioneerdarrenbok.com, for more Photos and details. pay $50 per mo. Commencing 10/30/15 cred, and I will continue or www.auctionzip.com Auctioneer: Darren L Bok CAI Jacqueline Acosta; Indianapolis, IN; enter ID# 13801 Phone: 419-769-2399 Viol being pass; guilty; case was waived working to enact policies E-mail: [email protected] or Email: [email protected] by defendant that ensure their protection.“ Phone: 419-769-2399 Phone: 419-258-2000 • Website: www.westbendnews.net PAGE 14 – WEST BEND NEWS – SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 WILDLIFE ASSEMBLY EXCITES GROVER HILL STUDENTS GREAT WEEK IN NEW wife Stefanie started after her 23, 30, 10:30 a.m. This Sto- relaxing evening in the spir- HAVEN first diagnosis. They started a rytime features finger plays, it of Christmas. Fund together after her diag- songs, stories of various Even though you haven’t Tuesday, September 22, nosis that has currently raised lengths and crafts. played your favorite musical 2015 over $15.4M for breast cancer YARN LOVER’S GATH- instrument for years, you New Haven Chamber research. He discovered his ERING will be surprised how it will Business Blitz – The New Ha- biggest opponent in life wasn’t Thursdays October 1, 8, 15, come back to you. ven Chamber of Commerce a hard-hitting football player, 22, 29, 7:00 p.m. If you already For further information, thanks area businesses for lo- but rather the difficult fight know how to knit or crochet contact Karen Jacobs at 419- cating in New Haven against cancer. He is current- or if you want to learn how 594-2138 or Jane Sharp at City Council at 7:00 p.m. ly an ESPN College Football to knit or crochet join us at 419-594-2812. City Council Meeting Analyst and a Profession- Woodburn. We have people Wednesday, September al Speaker. Chris’ success that can help you get started CORNELIUS GREEN TO 23, 2015 wasn’t easy, but it came from or teach you new techniques. GUEST SPEAK AT FALL New Haven Chamber the life order that he still fol- Join us for a creative evening. BUCKEYE BASH Business Blitz – The New Ha- lows today: faith, family and Woodburn Lego Club ven Chamber of Commerce community. Chris was a 2 Monday, October 12, 4:00 The Ohio State Alum- thanks area businesses for lo- time All-American with The p.m. Grades 3 and up can cre- ni Club of Van Wert and cating in New Haven. Ohio State Buckeyes, and an ate with Legos. There will also Paulding Counties will be First grade students at with expressions of awe and 1st Source Ribbon Cutting 11-year NFL star who played be Legos at the library for you Grover Hill School have a wonder. Brad and Krista Volk having their Fall Buckeye and Open House at 2:00 p.m. for the Detroit Lions, Buf- to use. And, of course, snacks. Bash on Thursday, October Wildlife Assembly. Students sponsored Beth from Indiana Ribbon Cutting and Open falo Bills and the Cleveland WOODBURN KIDS were introduced to a turtle, Wild. Pictured here is a turtle 15th at the Willow Bend House at their new location Browns… he represented the CLUB Country Club, 579 Hospi- snake, bearded dragon, frog and Campbell Volk. at the corner of Broadway and Lions in four Pro Bowls, and Wednesday, October 14, and bunny. Faces beamed tal Drive, Van Wert. Doors Lincoln Highway. was named the team’s defen- 4:00 p.m. A special club for will open at 5:30 p.m. and 2015 Public Canine sive MVP in 1993 and 1994. children ages 6-11. Each dinner will be served at 6:00 CURRENT CONDITIONS Demonstration – New Hav- Chris will bring a message of meeting will include a game, p.m. There will be a live en High School. Gates open inspiration and motivation a readers theater, a craft and a auction of Ohio State items at 4:30-7:00 p.m. Over 110 for men, women and children snack as well as book sharing. including two tickets for the Canine Officers from over 11 of all ages. You will receive a button each 2015 Ohio State vs. Michi- states and Canada. For more information, og time you attend. This month gan State football game in Farmers Market at 4:00- online, anytime at NPACVW. we will talk about Pumpkins. Columbus. 7:00 p.m. Enjoy live music, ORG or call at 419-238-6722, THE MIX The speaker will be Cor- crafts for kids, and featured Monday-Friday from Noon – Wednesday, October 21, nelius Green who was the non-profit organizations in 4:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. For young adults quarterback of the Buckeye an open air market, outdoor Supporting sponsors for 5th Grade and up. football team in the mid- in a park. Products include the event are The Ohio State INTERNET, WORD 1970s during the years of produce, local honey, sauc- University Alumni Associ- PROCESSING & E-MAIL Archie Griffin as Running es, baked goods, jewelry, and ation of Paulding and Van HELP Back. His honors include more! Wert counties, 1150 WIMA, By appointment. We offer Captain of the football team NHHS Powder Puff Foot- Dark Horse Productions, computer classes. No previ- (1975), All Big Ten Quar- ball Game at 7:30 p.m. Williamson Insurance Agen- ous computer knowledge is terback (1974, 1975), and Thursday, September 24, cy, Paulding Putnam Electric necessary. All American Quarterback 2015 Cooperative, Inc., WalMart, (1975). Presently, he is in- COSI, Columbus’ Cen- interacted with a variety of New Haven Chamber and US BANK. Season Spon- WOODBURN COMMUNI- volved with helping kids at- ter of Science and Industry, resources to learn about air Business Blitz – The New Ha- sors are Statewide Ford Lin- TY HISTORICAL SOCIETY tain their goals. brought “Current Condi- pressure, create clouds, and ven Chamber of Commerce coln and Van Wert Federal HOSTS OPEN MEETING For more information tions”, with many weather ex- test weather instruments. The thanks area businesses for lo- Savings Bank. about this event, contact Jef- periments to educate students students were thrilled by the cating in New Haven. The Woodburn Com- fery-Mohr Dentistry at 419- at Grover Hill Elementary opening assembly for all, and Friday, September 25, MONROEVILLE BRANCH munity Historical Society is 238-5810, Animal Clinic of School. Students experienced then gained firsthand expe- 2015 OF ALLEN COUNTY PUBLIC having an Open Meeting for Paulding at 419-399-2871. the amazing world of weather rience with the hands-on ac- New Haven Chamber LIBRARY OCTOBER EVENTS everyone! Come on out on as they help create a “thun- tivities for each grade level. Business Blitz – The New Ha- September 24, 2015 to the NEW HAVEN LADY BULL- derstorm” inside Grover Hill The program was partially ven Chamber of Commerce SMART START STORY- Woodburn Community Cen- DOG VOLLEYBALL SCORES School. They also learned the paid for with money from the thanks area businesses for lo- TIME ter from 6:00-8:00 p.m. to see science behind weather and Monsanto Grant. cating in New Haven Mondays, October 5, 12, the community memorabilia. New Haven High School 9/14/15: STUDENTS PAY TRIBUTE TO CONSTITUTION DAY 19, 26, 3:30 p.m. Enjoy the lat- We will also have the 150th Bulldogs take the win Homecoming – A Home- est books, some old favorites items available. Light refresh- coming Parade is held in the against Northside! and an awesome craft each ments will be served. Scores: evening and a football game week. is played at the high school. 25-19, 25-9, 25-19 BUDGET SCRAP- BABY SIGN LANGUAGE Kills – Decamp 6, Hoffer Game vs. Columbia City. BOOKING CLASSED NOW AVAILABLE Saturday, September 26, 6 Thursday, October 15, 4:00 Digs – Luginbill 14, De- 2015 p.m. We will have a different Sample New Haven from Baby Sign Language class camp 7 layout page each month and of Baby Signing Time, will Assists – Cordray 14 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Down- provide supplies. You bring town New Haven. 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AVAILABLE Address System available at The people’s constitutional ganizer Tish O’Dell stated, MyOhioVote.com. right to vote on local County “Athens, Medina, and Fulton Classified ads are $8.50 for 20 words or less Voting Information and and $.15 for each additional word. Ohio Secretary of State Jon Charter initiatives was up- Counties have triumphed Husted announced on Friday, Resources held by the Ohio Supreme against a government official Bold is $1.00 additional. To register to vote, update Ph: (419) 258-2000 • Email: [email protected] September 18, 2015 that vot- Court. The Court ruled that claiming ‘unfettered author- ing for military and overseas voting information, request Ohio Secretary of State John ity’ to rule on the content of P.O. 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The Ohio Supreme Court Military voters who have obtain more general informa- initiatives off the ballot – has has ruled on behalf of the MOBILE HOME FOR RAIN TECH Seamless Gut- not yet registered to vote or tion about the November 3rd no such prerogative. people, safeguarding their in- SALE: in Leinard MHP, Ant- ters, 419-258-1818. 38-40 submitted a request for an General Election and how to On August 13th, Mr. alienable right to advance and werp. 3BR/2BA with tip-out absentee ballot may still do participate, all Ohioans are vote on their own initiatives.” HOMETOWN ARTIST SHER- encouraged to visit MyOhio- Husted blocked citizens from with covered porch, new RYJEAN Rorick invites you to her so by visiting OhioMilitary- voting on Home Rule Charter Dick McGinn, Athens steel roof, new carpeting, Votes.com or OhioVoterPass- Vote.com. initiatives in three counties, County Board member of Rural Studio Sept. 26, 2015 from Get Election Updates and stainless appliances and 10-1 for Art Sale. 13928 Parent port.com for overseas voters. declaring, “I find nothing to the Ohio Community Rights There they can download the Ohio’s Virtual Voting Stick- Network – a partner orga- tiled bathroom floors.Rd., New Haven, Ind. p er materially limit the scope of $19,500. 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PAGE 16 – WEST BEND NEWS – SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 Phone: 419-258-2000 • Email: [email protected] PETE THE CAT ENTERTAINS AT THE LIBRARY SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH LATTA VA APPEALS BACK- peals claims to be certified by LOG RELIEF ACT INCLUDED a regional VA office and sent IN VETERANS AFFAIRS to the Board of Veterans Ap- LEGISLATION MARKUP peals, ensuring veterans are receiving more timely deci- The U.S. House of Rep- sions. resentative’s Committee on “Our nation’s veterans de- Veterans’ Affairs included serve the utmost care and ser- vital legislation introduced vice, and it is our obligation by Congressman Bob Latta to ensure their benefits are (R-Bowling Green), the VA being provided to them in a Appeals Backlog Relief Act, timely fashion. Unacceptable in its markup of H.R. 677. wait times, lengthy delays in Rep. Latta’s legislation will receiving needed benefits, expedite the processing of VA and stagnant bureaucratic appeals claims. red-tape have long plagued Currently, when an initial the VA. It is imperative these VA claim is denied, a veteran obstacles to providing for our has the choice to appeal the former servicemen and wom- decision. However, in order to en be eliminated,” said Rep. do this, he or she must enter Latta. September is National ments, like insurance policies “This legislation would Preparedness Month and the and medical records, and save into a lengthy and inefficient process, which has forced streamline the VA’s process- Paulding County Emergency them to a USB drive. Create es by creating a deadline by Management Agency is en- an emergency supply kit that many veterans to wait years before receiving a final deci- which all appeals must be couraging you to be prepared allows for three (3) days with- certified, ensuring the trend for any type of an emergency. out the comforts of home for sion. The legislation places a 12-month deadline for all ap- of unnecessary delays does Kirk Reading Story to Kids: Over thirty children enjoyed lis- We are all expert planners you and your pet. Items to not continue.” tening to the antics of storybook character “Pete the Cat”, – we prepare for the day at consider include: medications making a magic sunglasses craft, hunting for missing but- hand, we prepare for a vaca- a gallon of water per per- tons and more during a special library program held recently tion, a party, and car main- son per day, non-perishable at the main historic Carnegie library. tenance. We especially need food items, personal hygiene CARRYALL to prepare for an emergency. items, batteries, first aid kit, What have you done to Be battery-operated radio, flash- SEEDS Smart…Take Part…Prepare? light and cash. For more de- To start out with, become tails on creating an emergen- friends with Paulding County cy kit, visit www.ready.gov. EMA on Facebook. Paulding Get your children in- Nathan Zuber County EMA puts informa- volved. Empowering them to Cover Crop Specialist tion out through social me- become preparedness leaders Ph: 419-258-2349 Cell: 419-506-1173 dial to include weather alerts, in their home and school will pictures of incidents, and help build a resilient person CENTER SEEDS INDEPENDENT DEALER happenings of his office. Cre- and a resilient communi- ate a communication plan, or ty. Youth who are prepared SAM written phone number list, in during times of emergency WITZER case you become separated are more confident, feel more S from family. Consider having control over the situation and REALTY an out-of-town contact per- have less anxiety. Real Estate Sales & Appraisals Sam Murphy Tim Turnbull son – sometimes it is easier to Whatever you think, do 119 East High St. Hicksville • 419-542-6180 Full Time Realtor Full Time Realtor call long distance then across one thing today to make to- www.samswitzerrealty.com 419-487-0355 419-487-1824 Button Guess: How many buttons would you have guessed to town. morrow safer for you and AREA LISTINGS!!! be in this jar? Young reader, Lofton Brown, guessed exactly You need to take this seri- your family. Be Smart… correct! ously, scan important docu- Take…Part…Prepare. Be sure to tell the businesses you patronize, that you saw their ad in the West Bend News. 3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 3936 SF on 6.436 Acres • 2125 Rd 144, Antwerp...... $259,000 WBESC GOVERNING BOARD Language Interpreter/Aide at the Allen County ESC for the 2015-2016 school MEETING MINUTES 9/16/15 year. G. Motion to approve a one year FOLTZ REALTY limited contact to Terri Colley, LPN/ The Western Buckeye ESC Gov- Don K. Foltz II - Broker • Paulding, OH • 106 N. Williams St. 45879 erning Board held its regular monthly Aide at Allen County ESC for the Call Maurice Wannemacher: 419-769-9090 for any of these listings below! Board meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Wednes- 2015-2016 school year, part-time by day September 16, 2015 at the Van Wert timesheet. H. Motion to approve the 2015- ESC office. Board President Mr. Billy 6 Beds, 2.5 Baths 3764 SF on 5.76 Acres • 7744 Road 220, Antwerp...... $239,000 MOTIVATED SELLERS - OPEN TO OFFERS ON EVERY HOME! Poe II welcomed Board members and 2016 substitute teacher and paraprofes- sional aide list and authorize the Super- REDUCED ANOTHER $10,000 #2890 1123 Emerald Rd, Paulding. New school personnel to the meeting. Trea- Baby Blue! New siding and partial brick surer Kim Jones reviewed the current intendent to approve future additions if PRICE REDUCED front, 3BR, 2.5 BA, Big family room. Kitchen financial reports, investments and the all requirements are met. w/lots of oak cupboards, new sink & wood monthly expenditures with the Board. I. Motion to approve the 2015-2016  oors, food pantry. All appliances remain. Superintendent Brian Gerber up- van and bus driver lists for the certifica- Lg of ce/rec. room - all carpeted, all built in dated the Board on the current status tion and authorize the Superintendent oak cupboards. 2nd Floor 3 big BR’s. Walkin of the 21st Century Grants. A strate- to approve future drivers if all require- 2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1575 SF on .79 Acres. ments are met. closet space. Master BA, linen closets, new gic evaluation will need to be in place 418 W River St, Antwerp...... $49,900 carpets in BRs, “lots to offer”, ya gotta see for all three 21st Century Grants. J. Motion to approve one year cer- FULL BASEMENT W/ FIREPLACE it! $159,900 $149,900 Western Buckeye Educational Service tified contract to Janice Kohart, part- time 21st Century Coordinator Assis- 2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1032 SF Center in partnership with Paulding 409 W Washington, Antwerp...... $54,900 ALL LIMESTONE MAKE OFFER Exempted Village Schools, Antwerp tant for the 2015-2016, by timesheet. Local Schools, and Lincolnview Local The September 16, 2015 Board Schools were awarded two-three year meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m. with no 21st Century Community Learning additional Board action. The next reg- Your Friends in Center grants from the Ohio Depart- ular Governing Board meeting of the ment of Education. Each grant is ful- Western Buckeye Educational Service Misty Giddings Scott Ruppert the Real Estate ly funded for $200,000 each year for Center will be on Wednesday, Octo- Realtor/Agent Realtor/Agent three years, for a grand total of $1.2 ber 21, 2015 starting at 6:00 p.m. at the 419-487-3605 419-212-5308 Business Paulding ESC office. #2888 2660 Rd. 250A, Antwerp. Diamond #2887 303 W. Merrin St., Payne. Standing million between the four sites over the in the Rough! All Limestone, all metal roof. Proud! Closed to Wayne Trace School. next three years. Paulding Elementary, Finished basement. Central A/C. Enclosed Completely remodeled with all new vinyl siding, all Oakwood Elementary, Antwerp Ele- porch. Priced RIGHT! $38,900 - Great Price, replacement windows, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms. mentary, and Lincolnview Elementary Call Maurie 419-769-9090 All updates within last 2 years. $92,000 are the 21st Century after school sites. Each program will focus on increas- ing math and reading achievement, REDUCED PRICE $40,000!!! #2889 6087 US 127. First Class! enhancing positive youth development AUTUMN DAYS In the Wayne Trace School and encouraging parent and family en- District. The only way to describe gagement. this is, “gorgeous all modern Western Buckeye Educational Ser- are here again at home!!!” Completely updated vice Center in partnership with Wayne within the last few years. New Trace Local Schools is in year four of covered front porch, beautiful our 21st Century Community Learning landscaping, all brick  replace, 4 Center Grant. We will receive $112,500 GRANT’S RECEPTION HALL big bedrooms. WOW! $195,000 this year. Total amount over the five OWNER SAYS SELL Call Maurie 419-769-9090 year grant cycle is $545,625. We were fully funded at $150,000 for the first three years. There is a 25% reduction Please join us each Sunday in the NEW LISTING #2891 210 Lewis St. Latty Ohio. A the fourth year and an additional 25% Classic! In the Wayne Trace School reduction the fifth year. Our program month of October for our district. Nothing on the market like will continue to focus on increasing this home, built in 1960 era, one of a math and reading achievement, en- kind, all LimestoneLimestonimestonee outside,utside,uts de, all metalmme hancing positive youth development ALL YOU CAN EAT BUFFET! thermopanethermhermopanepanee windows,winwindwindowows,, alll solid woodwowoo and encouraging parent and family cabinetry,cabca inn tryry, crown molding,mo ding, trimwood,trimwootrimw o engagement. 10:30am-2:00pm built-inbuuilt-iin cabinetrycabinebinetry everywhere,eeverywhere,whehere, all Consent Items – WBESC thehee closetsclcloseets have built-inb shelving.h Motion to: th th th th Hardwoodardwardwo dud under un most of all carpet. A. Motion to approve a one year October 4 • October 11 • October 18 • October 25 Big Liv. Rm. . Dining Rm. 9’ pic. limited contract to Jana Rayer, Para- Window,nddow,w, walk inn closets,sets, builtbu t in desks, bigb attach.  nish’d garage, cedar closet in hallway, professional at Allen County ESC for $ securityuriu ty recordsr room 7.5x6.8.7.5x6 8 New electric heat pump in 1998, full  nished basement with the 2015-2016 school year. Adults...... 12.00 Limestoneestston Fireplace, LG. PANTRY. Outside has Landscaping, unbelievable beautiful! Big, B. Motion to approve a one year big lot! $225,000 limited contract to Jennifer Myers, Children Ages 3-11 ...... $6.00 Paraprofessional at Allen County ESC FOR ANY ABOVE LISTING... REDUCED $7,000 for the 2015-2016 school year. Under 3 C. Motion to approve a one year ...... Free limited contract to Jessica Conley, CALL Paraprofessional at Allen County ESC *No Reservations will be for the 2015-2016 school year. MAURIE WANNEMACHER D. Motion to approve a one year taken for this Event - Realtor limited contract to Sarah Prine, Para- professional at Allen County ESC for Grant’s Reception Hall the 2015-2016 school year. 419-769-9090 E. Motion to approve a one year 503 E. Canal St. • Antwerp, OH 45813 (CELL) #2886 525 W. Merrin St., Payne. Country limited contract to Stephanie Archer, 419-258-2233 Charmer! 4BR Home, Large Carpeted Living. Paraprofessional at Allen County ESC OR 419-263-2523 Love the front porch to sit. Big lot, lots of trees, for the 2015-2016 school year. close to school. Replacement windows $49,900 F. Motion to approve a one year limited contract to Joe Teodosio, Sign