CHESTERLAND NEWS VOLUME 50 No. 1
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West Geauga Schools officials took a mini field trip April 24 — to the high school gymnasium. Why, you might ask? Well, oddly enough, to gaze up at the night sky. Mike Sustin, science teacher at the high school, led the way into the inflatable planetarium called Skylab the district recently acquired. “It was funded by the Lake/ Geauga Educational Assist-ance Foundation, all of the PTO’s (parent teacher organizations) and the Kiwanis Club,” Sustin said to West Geauga Schools Board of Education members, the administration as well as the audience. The planetarium is a domeshaped structure that mimics the night sky. With “stars” projected all around the interior of the dome, you feel as though you are standing in a darkened field. An invaluable educational tool, “Skylab can project the sky in ancient Rome, Egypt, ancient See BOE w Page 8
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The mangled blue 2003 Mazda Protégé on the right was a result of a distracted driving crash that occurred in Chester Township in February. Geauga Unibody Collision Repair Center, of Chester Township, donated the car to be used for a mock crash demonstration at West Geauga High School prior to prom last weekend.
Geauga Unibody Campaigns Against Distracted Driving BY CASSANDRA SHOFAR CASSANDRA@GEAUGAMAPLELEAF.COM
If it isn’t the crushed and mangled cars entering his body shop day in and day out, it’s witnessing parents who have lost a teenager due to distracted driving that has fueled John Beclay’s mission to put a stop to it. The owner of Geauga Unibody Collision Repair Center in Chester Township is determined to make more people aware of the dangers of distracted driving —
“This is a huge issue. Traffic crashes are the number one killer of teens. Teens have a reaction time of a 70-year-old while distracted driving because they don’t have the experience.” – John Beclay especially teenagers. “This is a huge issue. Traffic crashes are the number one killer of teens. Teens have a reaction time of a 70-year-old while dis-
tracted driving because they don’t have the experience,” said Beclay. “Unfortunately, we’ve seen the See Driving w Page 4
Russell Residents, Officials Mull Over Modroo Options BY GWEN COOPER EDITOR@GEAUGAMAPLELEAF.COM
About 40 residents attended a morning April 29 meeting with Rich Cochran of the Western Reserve Land Conservancy to discuss planning for the Modroo Farm property. With part of the property now owned by the Russell Township Park District, planning can now begin. Envisioned is a comprehensive trail system woven throughout the entire property, a farm stand, as well as periodic farm markets, community gardens, vineyards, orchards, lay areas, a dog-run and the use of the historic barn and
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Modroo Farm was the topic at an April 29 meeting between Russell Township Park District and the Western Reserve Land Conservancy.
farmhouse, possibly as a bed and breakfast. The barn could house events or rescue animals, Cochran said.
“When we were working with the Russell Township Park Board to acquire and preserve 53 acres of the farm last year the message
from the public was loud and clear to save the farm, all of the farm,” he said. “We continued to be extremely concerned about 17 acres remaining, including the farmhouse, the barn and the farmstead.” Cochran explained that the WRLC is working with Modroo family to gain control over the remaining 17 acres to preserve it and the iconic 1871 barn and farmhouse. He said 16 homes could have been built on the 53-acre section, and another five could be built on the 17-acre section, however community input and involvement will be needed to secure it. See Modroo w Page 9
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TOWN CRIER Free Pancake Breakfast May 20, 8:30-10:30 a.m. The men of Ledgewood Christian Church are sponsoring and hosting a free breakfast for friends and neighbors — come one, come all. Menu consists of pancakes, sausage, salmon patties, juice, coffee and tea. The church is at 8261 Kinsman Road, one-quarter mile west of state Route 306. Ample parking in rear of church.
Dairy Goat Show May 20-21, 9 a.m. The Western Reser ve Dair y Goat Association’s 33rd annual weekend of shows will be held at the Geauga County Fairgrounds, Burton. The shows are officially sanctioned by the American Dairy Goat Association for registered dairy goat breeds and are open to the public. Saturday begins with open youth showmanship classes followed by open senior doe and junior doe shows and two rings of open buck shows. Sunday begins with an open senior doe show followed by an open junior doe show. For more information, call 440-298-3464.
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May 21, 8 a.m. The Geauga County Board of Developmental Disabilities (GCBDD) is hosting the third annual Metzenbaum Run for Fun 5K and one-mile walk at the GCBDD, 8200 Cedar Road in Chester Township. All proceeds raised by the event will benefit individuals in Geauga County with developmental disabilities. Packet pickup is May 20 from 8 a.m. to noon. Race day registration is from 7-7:30 a.m. Register online at www.greatedclevelandxc.com. For more information, call Ruth Gilchrist or Megan Thiron at 440-729-9406.
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Russell Twp. Veterans Memorial Service May 21, 3 p.m. Russell Township Veterans Memorial Service will be at Briar Hill Meeting House located at the southwest corner of Fairmount and Chillicothe roads. Parking is available at Fairmount Center for the Arts and along the drive in the cemetery for those with walking limitations. Guest speaker is Roy Podojil, a Russell resident and veteran of the Vietnam War. Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, the Newbur y American Legion, a gun salute, bugler and others will participate All are welcome to attend and stay for refreshments.
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May 24, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Rescue Village is holding a Woofstock Volunteer Fair for adults 18 and older at the shelter, 15463 Chillicothe Road in Russell Township. Woofstock takes place Sept. 10 at the Cleveland Metroparks Polo Field in Moreland Hills. Volunteers are needed to help with vendors, outreach, distribution, registration and fundraising. Volunteer time commitments range from two to six hours per week depending on the position and will be needed June through mid-September. For more information, call 440-338-4819 ext. 18.
Geauga Dems Hot Topic Dinner May 25 The Geauga County Democratic Party will host its monthly spaghetti dinner served with a hot topic at the Geauga County Democratic Headquarters and Social Hall, 12420 Kinsman Road, Newbury. The after dinner topic of discussion will be the state of the Ohio budget. Ohio Rep. John Patterson, District 99, will share his insight on the budget provisions offered by the House of Representatives as it
moves through the Ohio Senate. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. for networking, followed by dinner at 6:15 p.m. and the hot topic at 7 p.m. Additional parking is available on the far eastern side of the plaza. For more information, email GeaugaDemocrats@gmail.com or call 440-836-4060.
Bestselling Author Event May 25, 7 p.m. Christ Presbyterian Church welcomes the community to hear bestselling author and Chagrin Falls resident Daniel J. Porter www.danieljporterauthor.com, impart his message of hope. Born with dystonia, a muscle movement disorder, Daniel shares a remarkable story about family, love, humor and overcoming adversity to achieve peak performance. For more information, call 440-729-1688. After the message, light refreshments will be served.
CCOC Networking Event May 25, 5:30–7:30 p.m. Join the Chesterland Chamber of Commerce for a night of networking and Indian food at Pari Authentic Indian Cuisine, 12775 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. The event is free. The free event is sponsored by Bada Bing Pizza and DeJohn Funeral Home. RSVP by May 22 to the Chamber office, 440-729-7297, or email lindamarietodaro@ gmail.com or katherinemrazek@gmail.com.
Food Pantry Open May 26, 10 a.m. to noon The Food Pantry at Chester Christian Center Church will be open to the community on Friday, May 26th from 10am to 12pm. The pantry is open to anyone who is in need of food. You do not need to be a member of the church to come to the Pantry. Chester Christian Center is located at 11815 Chillicothe Road in Chesterland.
Civil War Encampment May 27 & 28, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Geauga County Historical Society will host a Civil War Encampment on the grounds of Century Village Museum in Burton. Over 300 re-enactors will provide a living history of the camp life and military action during the war and respond to questions from visitors concerning the great internal strife. Still accepting reservations for re-enactors. To register, contact Terri at Century Village Museum at 440-834-1492. Cost is $8 for adults, $5 for children 6 to 12 and free for children 5 and under. Food and drink will be available on the grounds. Period merchandise will be offered for sale. Select historical buildings at the museum will be open to the public.
Water’s Edge Art Festival May 27 & 28, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The second annual Water’s Edge Art Festival will be held at Wiegand’s Lake Park, 9346 Kinsman Road in Russell Township. The event will include a variety of original art forms, artists’ booths, music, food and drink. Enjoy free admission and parking, with park activities such as paddle boating, playgrounds and cornhole also available at no charge. For more information, call Wendy Wiegand at 440-338-5795.
Protect Geauga Parks June 1, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Join Protect Geauga Parks for a Conservation Conversation – “Public Lands in Peril� – at West Geauga Public Library, 13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Guest speaker is Nathan Johnson, public See Town Crier w Page 5
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State Budget Not Perfect, but Balanced, Lawmakers Tell League of Women Voters BY DIANE RYDER EDITOR@GEAUGAMAPLELEAF.COM
The State of Ohio’s budget for 2018, approved by the House of Representatives last week, is like the brussels sprouts you have to eat as a child before you can go outside and play, one lawmaker told a group of about 100 Geauga County residents at Munson Township Hall May 5. “We did the best we could with what we had,” explained State Rep. John Patterson (D-Jefferson), who represents Ashtabula County plus Chardon and the northeast townships of Geauga. He was one of four Democrats to vote for approval. The $63.7 budget passed by a vote of 58 to 37. “It was like the dinner of meatloaf and brussels sprouts you had as a child,” Patterson explained. “You love the meatloaf, but you have to eat the brussels sprouts, too, so you can go outside. The budget’s like that.” The Geauga County League of Women Voters invited three legislators — state Sen. John Eklund (R-18th District), state Rep. Sarah LaTourette (R-Chester Township) and Patterson to a forum on the State of the State, focusing on the budget bill and other issues affecting the area. Each speaker had 10 minutes, followed by a lengthy question-and-answer period. During the program, oblivious to his mother’s discussion, LaTourette’s one-year-old son Matthew toddled through the crowd under the watchful eye of friends, charming the audience as he clutched a toy truck and his bottle of milk. “He already knows how to work a crowd,” one woman quipped. Eklund explained time is running short on passing the budget bill and getting it signed into law by the deadline of July 1,
“Maybe it’s time to remove that (power) and give it to people who are more accountable.” – John Patterson which is the beginning of the next fiscal year. “The House had it in January and passed it after making changes,” Eklund said. “We in the Senate are now trying to digest the changes. It will go to the conference committee and the differences reconciled. It is required by law to be a balanced budget. “When that is done, the governor can veto it or sign it,” he concluded. “When we’re done, everyone will be equally miserable. We’ll know that we’ve done our job.” LaTourette, who serves as assistant majority floor leader in the House, serves on six committees, including the rules and finance committees. She said the House version of the budget provides an additional $170 million for opiate treatment and prevention. All three lawmakers said the opiate problem in Ohio impacts many departments besides health and human services. With drug users in jail or otherwise incapacitated, the demand on child protective services and foster care increases dramatically. “We put in an additional $15 million for foster care,” LaTourette said. “The system is overloaded, with nowhere to send the children. The piece that I worked on will add $10 million for kinship child care. Sometimes grandparents can’t afford to take See Budget w Page 7
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OBITUARIES Carl Joseph Brezina Carl Joseph Brezina, 97 years strong, entered into eternal peace April 24, 2017. He was born in Cleveland on March 23, 1920, and was a Chesterland resident for more than 60 years. He met and married the love of his life, Greta (Gizella) Nyiri, before enlisting in the Army in 1942. Mom and dad celebrated 67 years of marriage in 2009. In the Army Corps of Engineers, he was stationed in Canada, Alaska the Philippines and Australia. Dad was employed as a machinist for more than 50 years at Apex Manufacturing in Cleveland, and Skidmore Gear Co. in Cleveland and Highland Heights. Always ready to fix broken things, some-
times successfully, sometimes not so, he always gave it his best shot and his whole heart. He was a lifelong fan of the Indians and Browns, through thick and thin. Dad loved western movies and television series, and any good story that was well told. He is survived by his sons, Carl (Mary), Bruce and Ron; grandson Christopher; and many loving nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death his loving wife, Greta (Nyiri) Brezina in 2009; father, John Brezina; mother, Ethel (Valo), and stepfather, Alex Horvath; brother, Andor; sisters, Rose Toth, Ethel Schmieg and Helen Wilk; grandson Michael Brezina; and granddaughter, Debra Lynn Brezina-Rowley. Dad and Mom were members of the Greatest Generation. We applaud them, thank them and love them forever. Private services were held. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.
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June 9, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Step Into Good Health at the West Geauga Senior Center. A variety of professionals and programs will be available, including: Department on Aging’s Chore and Home Maintenance and Out of County Medical, Chardon Smile Center, Genoa, hChoices – Wellness Kiosk Information and Heinen’s Health and Wellness. University Hospitals Geauga Medical (EMS) will offer free screenings for blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol. Light refreshments will be served, or, for a $3 donation, join for breakfast before or after the fair. Call 440-729-2782 for more information, or to reserve a breakfast spot by June 2.
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from page 1 nastiest part of this, where you didn’t pass go. We watch the parents that end up coming in here who have lost child or relative. When you experience that and you’re just saying you’re sorry ‌ there’s nothing you can say and these people are an emotional wreck, you feel it immediately. “When you experience those parents (who lost a child), you sure wouldn’t want to be that parent.â€? Beclay recently donated a crushed car that was a result of distracted driving to the Chester Township Fire Department, which used it for West Geauga High School’s mock crash demonstration prior to its prom last weekend. He has done this for the past five years. “It’s a mission on my part and the company. It’s community involvement,â€? Beclay said. “The fire department every year comes knocking on my door looking for some cars to donate. Mason Healey Towing picks up the cars from here. The fire department preps them and then they take them up to the school parking lot ‌ and then move them to the front yard of the school (for the mock crash demo).â€? Beclay has also put mangled cars in front of his shop, at 11574 Chillicothe Road, with a banner about the dangers of distracted driving. “People would pull in here with their
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kids and look at the cars,â€? he said, adding he has approached Chester Township officials to get a car put in the township hall parking lot with the same goal to raise awareness. “I have plans of doing events in the community regarding distracted driving,â€? Beclay said. “I know it’s an issues because of what I see, what I deal with. If I can save one life ‌ awareness is what this is all about. It’s like the heroin business. People are denial or think it won’t happen to them, same thing with distracted driving.â€? A teen who talks or texts while driving is more likely to crash than an adult, Beclay said, adding one in four crash fatalities in the U.S. involve a 16 to 24 year old and the first six months after getting a driver’s license are the most dangerous for any driver. Having three children himself — Kassandra, 20, Sally, 13, and Johnny, 7 — Beclay feels for anyone whose child has been in an accident and believes that despite all the safety features added to cars, it’s still vital for drivers to always pay attention. “You can’t multitask, you can’t do two things at once. So looking at your phone while driving is the same thing,â€? Beclay said, adding the minimum amount of time your attention is taken away from the road when you’re texting is five seconds, which, if you’re going 55 mph, equates to the entire length of a football field. “The technology is flying,â€? Beclay said. “Safety features are amazing, but you still have to pay attention.â€?
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Town Crier from page 2 lands director of the Ohio Environmental Council. Find out what is going on in public lands, and what the public can do to help preserve, conserve and protect natural resources. Admission and parking are free; refreshments provided. For information, call Kathy Hanratty at 440-477-5468.
GOP Golf Outing June 2 The Geauga County Republican Party will hold its annual golf outing at Wicked Woods Golf Club, 14085 Ravenna Road in Newbur y. Golf is $75 per person and includes 18 hole scramble, cart, prizes, lunch and steak dinner. Lunch is at noon followed by a 1 p.m. shotgun start. There will be games, raffles, Chinese auction and cash prize for the top winning team. Dinner only is $40 and is at 5:30 p.m. There are also sponsorship opportunities. RSVP and full payment is due by May 26. Contact Ed Ryder at 440-479-4800 or visit www.geaugagop.com for more information.
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canned goods for the Geauga Hunger Task Force. Tom Stalzer will collect the donations. If a ride is needed from Geauga Transit, call 440-285-2222 or 440-564-7131 ext. 5160 a week ahead of time.
Triple Threat Basketball Camps June 6-10, 8:30 a.m. to noon The West Geauga annual TNBA Triple Threat Basketball Camps will be held at West Geauga high and middle schools. Offensive Skills Camp is June 5-9 from 8:30 a.m. to noon for boys and girls entering grades 2 through 9. Boys will play at the high school and girls at the middle school. Cost is $120 and includes a T-shirt and basketball. Mini Dribblers Camp is June 12-15 from 9-11 a.m. at the high school for boy and girls ages 5 to 8. Cost is $80 and includes a ball and T-shirt. Shooting Camp is July 24-27 from 8:3011:30 a.m. at the high school for boys and girls ages 8 to 15. Cost is $100 and includes Stance NBA player socks. For information, call Shane Kline-Ruminski, 440-725-6449 or Jeff Javorek, 440-567-6729. Register at www.TNBABasketball.com.
Register for Parade 100 Gun Bash June 3, 11 a.m. Ducks Unlimited’s 100 Gun Bash will take place at the Geauga County Fairgrounds, 14373 Cheshire St. in Burton Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. The first guns for the main drawing will be drawn at 1 p.m. and the last will be drawn at 5:30 p.m. Two guns will be given away every five minutes. Ticket eligible for food, soft drinks, beer and a chance on all 100 guns. Winner need not be present. Food served from 1-4 p.m. Tickets available at all Great Lakes Outdoor Supply stores or online www.ducks.org/Ohio. For more information, call Don Paschke 216-310-1212.
Wool Hollow Fest June 4, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wool Hollow Art and Quilt Fest will be held rain or shine at Chesterland Historical Village located on the corner of Caves and Mayfield roads. The fest features “the airing of the quilts,” artisans and crafters on the greens, music, food, demos of the spinning and looms, plus so much more. For more information, or to participate, call Judith at 440-840-0410.
Donuts at Parkside Park Sundays, 9-10:15 a.m. Christ Presbyterian Church will host Donuts at Parkside Park every Sunday, beginning June 4. All are invited to come and enjoy. Bring the kids to play on the playground. The park is located at the corner of Chillicothe and Mayfield roads.
GCRTA Meeting June 6, 11 a.m. Geauga County Retired Teachers Association will meet at the St. Denis Golf Club, 10660 Chardon Road, Chardon. Gathering time will be followed by a business meeting at 11:30 a.m. and a meatloaf luncheon at noon. There will be a 50/50 raffle and a free lunch raffle. Bill Ward, the Voice of Geauga County, will present “A Visit from a Time Traveler from 1864.” Cost is $19, which includes a $1 donation to the Grant in Aid program. Reservations and payment required by May 28. Make checks out to GCRTA and mail to: Judy Miller, 17130 Kinsman Road, Middlefield, OH 44062. Call Judy at 440-4874324 with any dietary restrictions. Bring a donation of paper products or
West Geauga Kiwanis is sponsoring the annual Independence Day parade. The theme is “K-9s Who Serve.” Grand marshal is Ranger Denise Weisbarth and her faithful companion, Sniper. Registration forms are available online at WGKiwanis.org. The parade begins at 11 a.m. at St. Anselm Church parking lot and ends at West Geauga High School. Participants entering a float or car must arrive no later than 10 a.m. Judging begins at 9:30 a.m. prompt. For more information, call parade chairperson Tammy Randall at 440-364-6037 or email Tammy_Randall@yahoo.com.
Tail-Waggin’ Good Time June 15 Geauga County Recorder Sharon C. Gingerich and the Totally Dogs 4-H Club will be hosting their ninth annual Tail-Waggin’ Good Time benefit dinner and silent auction for the Geauga County Dog Shelter and the Geauga County K9 Unit at Century Village Historical Museum in the Lennah Bond Building, Burton Village. Cost is $25 per person for the meal prepared by Guidos Italian Restaurant. Auction donations are appreciated. Drop them off at the Recorder’s Office, 231 Main St., 1C, Chardon. Tickets are now available at the Recorder’s Office or the Geauga County Dog Shelter or by calling Dalene Becka at 440286-4329 or Sandy Cox at 440-285-0779.
West G 30th Reunion June 17, 6-11 p.m. West Geauga Class of 1987 will hold its 30th reunion at Guido’s Generations, 12809 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township. For information or to RSVP, email westgeauga1987@gmail.com. Other weekend activities include The Chesterland Tavern on June 16 at 7 p.m. and a tour of West Geauga High School at 10:30 a.m. June 17. No RSVP required.
Rescue Village Summer Camp Rescue Village Summer Animal Camps are for children ages 9-12. The fee for each five-day session is $250 per child. Camps will be offered the weeks of: June 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 24, and Aug. 7. Camps run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration is limited. Camp applications are available online at www.geaugahumane.org, at the shelter or by emailing Nicole Latosky at educaton@geaugahumane.org.
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WEST GEAUGA SCHOOLS West G “Linked” Together The West Geauga Board of Education members were presented copies of the 2017 Westwind, the high school yearbook, by representatives of the high school staff and student body at the May 8 board meeting. This year’s issue is titled “Linked.” In the words of yearbook co-editor Austin Maguire, “At West Geauga, classmates become friends and friends become family as each of us is LINKED together. We are all connected by our shared experiences and memories, by our similarities, and by the wonderful differences that make each of us unique” (Westwind, 2017). West Geauga Board of Education members recently received copies of the high school yearbook Westwind. From left are Tom Allen, board member; Kelly Klampe, yearbook advisor; Kathy Leavenworth, board member; Austin Maguire, yearbook co-editor; Emma Roth, yearbook co-editor; Ben Kotowski, board member; Josephine Ward, yearbook advisor; Dr. Thomas Phelps, board vice president; Dan Thoreson, board president.
WhirlyBall The West Geauga Educational Foundation recently had an afternoon of fun and friendly competition playing WhirlyBall. Members of the Foundation raise money to fund creative and innovative educational programming for the students of West Geauga that would not be purchased through general operating dollars. According to Superintendent Rich
Markwardt, “The Ed Foundation reviews grant proposals that are written by teachers and provides funding and support for some of the ‘extras’ that are not part of regular departmental or building budgets. The Foundation makes possible the purchase of some exciting elements and equipment that spark student learning.”
Franklin B. Walter Award West Geauga senior David Sprenger was awarded the Franklin B. Walter Award in Columbus on April 12. One senior from each Ohio County received this prestigious award. Geauga County Board of Education selected David to receive the honor and attend a luncheon in Columbus. Geauga County Assistant Superintendent Suzanne Allen, and West Geauga High School Principal Jay Bishop joined David and his family at the event.
Reaching the Summit West Geauga senior David Sprenger is the recipient of the Franklin B. Walter Award. With Sprenger are Principal Jay Bishop and Geauga County Assistant Superintendent Suzanne Allen.
West Geauga Middle School students listened attentively as Mr. Tom Finley described his experience as the oldest man in North America to reach the summit of Mt.
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SOCCER TRYOUTS at West Geauga Commons Rt. 306 south of Fairmont Blvd.
WED. MAY 17 5:30-8:30PM The title “travel” soccer can be a little misleading. Travel simply means that the level of play is a step above local soccer programs. Most actual travel is limited to the east side, unless you make it onto one of our better teams. Even then, we rarely, if ever, travel outside of the Cleveland area. "For decades West Geauga Soccer Club has been developing players that have excelled for our High School programs. The club's professional coaching model has been a fantastic building block in preparing our community's young people to compete at the High School level. As the varsity coaches at West Geauga High School we are grateful to the coaches, administrators, volunteers and the entire WGSC soccer community for teaching our youngsters the beautiful game." -West Geauga Girls' and Boys' Varsity Soccer Coaches Kori Chapic and Mario Gerhardt
Trying out DOES NOT commit you to play. There is no cost to tryout. Prior experience is not needed. Many players are naturals or have the athletic ability to play at this level right away.
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Finley used his communication skills and broad experience to share his adventure with the students. The relationships, challenges and persistence that characterized the climb held valuable lessons for his young audience.
Talty Wins Award for ‘Pitching In’ BY ALLI TRACI WGHS WHIRLWIND STAFF WRITER West Geauga’s very own Mrs. Chelsea Talty is the proud recipient of the first annual Richard Pitcher Interact Memorial Award. Mr. Pitcher was a Rotarian from the Chagrin Valley Rotary Club who recently passed. He was instrumental in helping to form many of the local Interact clubs throughout the district. He always was passionate about helping students bring their ideas to life. Interact is a teen service club that is sponsored by Rotary International. Mrs. Talty received the award at the Interact district conference. The award was presented by Mr. Pitcher’s widow. Mrs. Talty was unaware that this award was even available, but she will proudly display the award, which was an engraved plaque. There was also an award presented to the spouse of a Rotarian, whose husband passed away earlier in the year. The conference took place at the Sheraton Suites in Cuyahoga Falls and all Rotary members throughout our district were invited to the event. Mrs. Talty is the current advisor for the West Geauga chapter of Interact. Talty, who received this award for her dedication and passion for the Interact club, said, “I was shocked. I never thought I would be receiving an award. This was my fourth district conference and it was the first time they had ever done anything like it. My next thought was pride, that I was men-
West Geauga High School teacher Chelsea Talty is the recipient of the first annual Richard Pitcher Interact Memorial Award.
tioned in the same sentence as Dick Pitcher, as he was an absolutely incredible man.” Mrs. Talty’s favorite part was when Interact member Grace Carter cried when she received the award. Many people from West Geauga also attended the district conference. Mr. Jim Bohinc from the Chesterland Rotary Club was also in attendance, as well as eight West Geauga students: Austin Maguire, Austin Peko, Ayah Ighneim, Mirielle Korting, Sydney Velotta, Grace Carter, Jack Musser and David Sprenger.
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Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, East Africa, in 2013. Mr. Finley is a family friend of WGMS teacher Lisa Waxman, who arranged his visit. As a former teacher, principal, businessman and organizational consultant, Mr.
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• Director of Coaching oversees training and development of Winter indoor soccer is not required nor included in the cost players and coaches. Current DOC Bill Bryan coached at the GAMES high school for over 10 years. He was twice named CVC • 8 GAMES PER SEASON - 4 HOME, 4 AWAY Coach of the Year and twice named News-Herald Coach of the • Home is at Eddy Field (u8-u10) or West G Commons and Year. Varsity W-L-T record of 59-14-7 Stadium Turf (u11-u14) • All coaches are licensed • Away games usually within 30 minutes • Practices held during the week or on Saturdays. Games held • Foot skills & goalie training are provided Sunday afternoons; occasionally there will be a weekday game • Training and matches are more competitive
There is no need to register. If you can’t make it or have questions, contact Bill Bryan at westgeaugasoccerclub@gmail.com or 440-490-6466
The secret to the amazing food at Bada Bing Pizza has been revealed. Not only has owner Bob Piecenski been crowned the King of Fun by a young area critic, but he also has a wizard at his side. That’s right, Mariah the Pizza Wizard always has Piecenski’s back by making sure Bada Bing always has the best pizza in Chesterland. It also makes the atmosphere at Bada Bing one of the best in town. Who doesn’t want to dine at Bada Bing when you can see the Pizza Wizard perform her culinary magic and be entertained by the King of Fun? It’s hard to beat the delicious duo of the King of Fun and the Pizza Wizard. They are a championship tag team of savory. But, in case you needed another reason, Piecenski has one for you. Anyone with a catering order of $300 or more will be entered to win a one-time $500 scholarship from Bada Bing. Orders must be in by July 1. Ordering from Bada Bing’s scrumptious catering menu will ensure you have a
great graduation party and maybe even end up earning you a scholarship. If any nonprofit group is interested in setting up its own donation day, contact Piecenski at 440-729-9300. Bada Bing is located at 12617 Chillicothe Rd. in the Drug Mart plaza and can also be reached at badabingchester.com or followed on Twitter @BadaBingChester.
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WG Schools Kindergarten Clean Up Day Set for June 3 Screening Information SUBMITTED
SUBMITTED Kindergarten screening is a process used to help gather important information about incoming kindergarten students for the 2017-18 school year. This information is used in a variety of ways, but most importantly, to help determine the skills children have when entering school. The most-appropriate class placements can be made once this information has been collected and analyzed by the district staff. Kindergarten screenings will be by appointment only and will be conducted at the West Geauga Board of Education Office. Screenings will take place on May 22 and 23. Appointments will run every 20 minutes beginning at approximately 8:30 a.m. Call Mrs. Diane Martin at 440729-5913 to set up an appointment. Kindergarten staff and school psychologists from both Lindsey and Westwood will conduct the screenings, five students at a time. The screening will take approximately 20 minutes from start to finish. Students will be asked to play games and complete teaks related to early numeracy, early literacy and
fine motor skills. Staff will gather data and work with a team to analyze it. The principals will then be involved in class placements. Families of incoming kindergartners will receive a letter in the mail in early August communicating the name of the teacher their child has for the 2017-18 school year. A welcome back ice cream social will take place before the official first day of school where students will have an opportunity to drop off supplies, meet their teacher and take a ride on a school bus. Kindergarten students begin school in a staggered fashion. A portion of the students will report day one, the second portion on day two and all kindergarten students on day three. More information will be included in the early August letter. Call soon to book the child’s screening appointment. The goal is to meet with each and every incoming kindergartner. Parents who find the screening dates problematic and/or have any questions about the process may call Deborah Nanney, principal at Westwood, at 440-729-5990 or Kim Menta, principal at Lindsey, at 440-729-5980.
Budget from page 3 their grandchildren in. The children tend to be better off with a family member. This will save money, take some of the burden off the foster system and will be a huge win.” She explained lawmakers took out of the bill the governor’s proposal to reduce the income tax and raise taxes on sales, cigarettes, beer and wine. “It was a ver y long process and we worked really hard on this budget. It’s not perfect but it’s a good start,” she said. “I was one of the few Democrats who voted for this budget,” Patterson added. “There was a lot of angst and hand wringing, but the budget must be balanced.” The audience submitted several anonymous questions on index cards, on topics including renewable energy, infrastructure improvements, oil and gas drilling in parks, education funding, women’s health and opting out of school testing. One question read, “Probate judges have many appointing powers. Do you support giving those appointment powers to politically elected people (such as county commissioners) versus (judges who are supposed to be non-partisan)?” The question referred to the recent recommendation by Geauga County Prosecutor Jim Flaiz to a House budget committee hearing last week — as several from the area testified against a proposed amendment that would grant probate judges the authority to fine or jail anyone they considered to be interfering with park business. Flaiz asked the lawmakers to consider giving the authority to name park commissioners to elected county officials, such as county commissioners, instead of to probate judges. The proposed amendment was removed from the bill before the vote. “So, I get the big question,” Patterson joked, to laughter from the audience. “Maybe it’s time to remove that (power) and give it to people who are more accountable,” Patterson said, adding he didn’t believe the controversial amendment, sponsored by State Rep. Bill Seitz (R-Cincinnati), had belonged in the budget bill. Several in the audience applauded. Eklund cautioned, “I would give pause. There is a reason that probate judges were given that responsibility in Ohio. Park board
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appointments are supposed to be non-partisan and non-political. If this was 2010 and the probate judge was Chip Henry, would we be having this conversation?” Many in the audience said no. “We need to tread lightly and tread carefully when making that change,” Eklund continued. “You might love your county commissioners right now.” Laughter erupted in the room as several again said no. “What is in the short term should not be the basis for changes right now,” Eklund said. Patterson complimented the Geauga County residents who journeyed to Columbus last week to testify against the Seitz amendment. “It was good to see so many of you in Columbus, for your testimony, your many comments and your cards, emails and letters,” Patterson said. “We take those very seriously.”
Chester Township Board of Trustees has scheduled a Clean Up Day for June 3 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dumpsters will be located at the old Chester School property on Chillicothe Road at intersection of Chillicothe and Seminary roads. Items can be taken there for disposal at no charge. Chester Township Road Department personnel will be on hand to assist with the unloading of unwanted items, and the police department will control traffic. Residents using this opportunity to dispose of their household discards must observe the following guidelines: • Must bring driver’s license as proof of residency. • Limit of one (1) truck or trailer load per address. One ton maximum capacity truck. Maximum trailer length is 10 feet.
• All trucks and trailers must be covered with a tarp per Ohio State Law. • All children must remain in vehicles. • No concrete, stone, rocks or logs. • No liquids, 55 gallon drums or paint cans, hazardous or restricted materials. • No roofing or construction debris. • No yard waste (grass, leaves, stumps or twigs). • No automotive parts of any kind, including body parts. • Car and light duty truck tires off the rims will be accepted. The limit is eight (8) tires per household. • Oil tanks must have large holes in the bottom to assure they are empty. No paint, oil, oil filters or any other materials of this type will be accepted. Chester Township reserves the right to refuse any and all kinds of suspicious materials.
COMMUNITY MEETINGS Chester Township: May 17, 6 p.m., Park District, Geauga West Public Library; May 25, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at the Township Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted. Russell Township: May 17, 7 p.m., Board of
Trustees; May 24, 7:30 p.m., Zoning Commission. Meetings are held at the Fire-Rescue Station, 14810 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted. West Geauga BOE: May 22, 7 p.m., regular meetings, BOE community room, 8615 Cedar Road.
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CHESTER GOVERNMENT UPDATE The Chester Township Board of Trustees meeting on April 26 began at 6 p.m. with a review of the final three chapters of the township’s draft policy and procedures manual (PPM). Forms associated with the PPM will be reviewed as the next step in the process before finalization and implementation.
Road Department As recommended by the Geauga County Engineer, a bid was awarded to Chagrin Valley Paving in the amount of $710,740 for resurfacing Sherman Road from Caves Road to County Line, West Chester Trail, and Bardwell, Norton and Barfield drives in 2017. Proposals had been received for a new crack sealing machine, but no action was taken. The current machine has been repaired once but still has value and can be sold. This machine receives significant usage in the township. A motion was approved for the hiring of seasonal part-time employees Sandra Harper and Blake Seam for the road department and the board welcomes them to the team.
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China or Australia,� Sustin explained. Ever yone appeared impressed and agreed the “field trip� was a major success as they shuffled back to the regular board of education meeting. District Operations Manager James Russo gave a run-down of the projects planned for the summer. The bleachers in the gym will be replaced at a cost of $108,000 and they will get new railings for the stairs. The railings swivel, so they can go from being handrails to blocking off sections, he said. The other big project planned is the asphalt replacement of the entire middle school lot, the elementary school lots and the south lot of the high school, Russo said, adding this was on a “very fast track to get this done.� “We will have an idea soon of the number of rooftop units needing replacement this summer,� he continued. Roughly $10,000 to $30,000 is set aside for this, Russo said. Approval has been given to purchase two buses and a 2017 transportation van. One of the buses will be wheelchair accessible, Russo said. The district will also have to replace a box truck as the transmission blew and it is not cost effective to replace it, the operations manager explained, adding they purchased a 2015 chassis for $35,000 and the district will put its box on that. He said it is a gas vehicle instead of diesel.
been approved and will be installed and signage indicating “Bins Full� will be purchased and installed. Because of high usage, a method to more efficiently communicate to the residents whether the recycle park is open was discussed. Options include a pop-up window on the Chester Township website and the Recycle Committee developing a Facebook page.
Ongoing Items Fiscal Officer Craig Richter has received a proposal combining trash service for all township departments and the park. With larger bins and less frequent pickup, the township can recognize greater savings. Chief Purchase will work with Cable Communications, Inc. for the installation of security cameras at the township campus in conjunction with the transition to use the county IT services for telephone services, saving thousands of dollars each year. Trustee Kinney and Richter are leading a group to coordinate activities for Memorial Day, May 29, at Chester Cemetery. A proposal was received to lease space to a company for installation of a cell tower at less than 200 feet in height at the Mulberry Yard. No actions were taken as trustees want to learn more about the process as it relates to zoning and also inform nearby residents who could be impacted. Trustee Petruziello reported that contractors for managing various Parkside Park activities are in place and two West Geauga High School girls fastpitch games have been played to date with several more to be scheduled. Representatives of the Chesterland Chamber of Commerce spoke about the upcoming ChesterFest and their desire to have a tent for serving beer and possibly wine at the event. Individuals spoke in favor and in opposition. No decision was made. Chester Cleanup Day is June 3 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Prepared by Ken Radtke, Jr., Trustee One source of income for the schools this summer is LaurelLive, a weekend music, arts and culinary festival that will use two district parking lots, two buses and two vans, bringing in $9,000 to the schools, Russo said. He talked about the “brown-outs� the schools experience when the buildings lose electricity in certain sections and/or rooms. The generators the district has now just keep the water running, he said, adding the district is investigating uninterrupted power supplies to fix this problem. Another problem is the water in the buildings is basically unfiltered, Russo added. A metering system was installed so the district could measure how much water it’s using to determine the cost of a water treatment filtering system, which the district is in the process of reviewing, Russo explained. “We’re seriously hoping we can get started on this in the summer,� he said. “We didn’t do it last summer because of pending changes in the EPA regulations.� The district will also paint rooms and resurface the middle school and high school gym floors. Furniture purchases are still being discussed, Russo said. Director of Technology Sean Whelan addressed staff computer replacement. He said the district is just finishing up a three-year cycle of staff computer replacement and is starting a five-year cycle. After all the summer projects are taken into consideration, the district should have a surplus of approximately $48,900, Russo concluded.
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Modroo from page 1 Cochran waxed nostalgic, describing 20 years of fall festivals with pumpkins, hayrides and apple cider, which the Modroo family hosted, along with the farm stand, school tours and Christmas tree sales. “It’s extremely important to the community with its unique features and history,� Cochran said. “Those of us who grew up in the area viewed it as being in the public domain, although it was privately held. The farm house is one of the most historical homes in Northeast Ohio.� Russell Township Trustee Justin Madden said the residents need to decide if they want to own it. Township Park Board Member Linda O’Brien cautioned that purchasing the property was like “buying your granddaughter a pony.� “Buying it is the minimal expense,� she said. “ The on-going care is where the emphasis has to be. Get exact figures for long-term expenses.� Both Cochran and Trustee Jim Mueller voiced support for farming the land and raising money to support it through farm mar-
kets. Mueller also suggested operating a winery in the farmhouse, which raised some concern among neighbors and other residents. “I’d like to keep the hiking trails well inside the property,� Janet Hargrove said. “I’m also concerned about the buffer of trees that separates my property from the farm. If you operate a winery, there could be drunken people creating a disturbance.� “If you use the barn for weddings and events, we’ll have a problem with loud bands and noise like we do with the Hillbrook Club,� Martha Dempsey said. Cochran said he saw it as a working farm, but did not envision a winery. “We want to make this an asset to the neighbors,� he said. “The existing park board will have a lot to say about the 53 acres.� O’Brien said she did not see any significant changes being made to the rural character of the community with the park. I’ve seen truck farmers who could earn $100,000 a year on one acre of land selling and raising specialized produce,� O’Brien said. Several residents suggested that younger adults interested in agriculture may be enlisted in farming part of the land and operating a produce stand.
Grant-In-Aid-Program The Omega Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, a society of women educators in Geauga County, is offering a grant-in-aid to a female student who is entering her senior year in college and majoring in education. The applicant must be a graduate of a Geauga County high school. The deadline for completed applications is July 17. Interested applicants should contact Mrs. Deborah Hofstetter, Grant-in-Aid Committee, Delta Kappa Gamma, P.O. Box 313, Chardon, OH 44024.
GEAUGA PARK DISTRICT For more information on these programs, contact the park district at 440-286-9516 or visit online at www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.
Beginner Fly Tying May 23, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Learn the basics of the delicate art of tying f lies at The West Woods’ scenic Affelder House, accessed via a special entrance on State Route 306. See some of the aquatic insects found in local streams up close and on the big screen for inspiration. Registration is required and limited to adults. A fee of $10 is also required to cover equipment and instruction by Mike Colo and members of North Coast Fly Fishers.
West Woods Wednesdays Geauga Park District introduces West Woods Wednesdays Farm Market, taking
place the last Wednesdays of June through September from 4-7 p.m. beneath the scenic shelters of The West Woods, 9465 Kinsman Road in Russell Township. Approved vendors will provide honey items, herbal salves and teas, vegetables, maple syrup, bakery, hand-sewn market bags, gourmet bacon, handmade soaps, jams, self-watering plants and planters from recycling containers, and new vendors are still signing up to participate. There will also be a Hunger Squad food truck on-site with a large variety of tasty meals, including their very popular maple pulled pork sandwiches. Geauga Park District is still accepting applications from interested vendors, particularly those with fresh produce, flowers, breads/baked items and other similar products. Find the vendor application link on Bulletin Board on the park district website.
GARDENING Aquilegia Garden Club May 18, 10 a.m. Aquilegia Garden Club will meet at Bremec’s Garden Center in Chesterland for its annual container planting event. Members can select plants for their containers from Bremec’s collection of annual and perennial flowers. Members should bring their own containers for planting, gardening gloves and small shovels/trowels. Afterwards, members will meet at 11:30 a.m. for lunch at Rise and Dine Cafe on Chillicothe Road in Chester Township. A brief business meeting will immediately follow lunch.
St. Mark’s Plant Sale May 19-21 Tweets For The Garden plant sale and preview party is May 19 from 7-9:30 p.m. at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 11900 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township. Tickets for the adult only event are $10 each and include hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Featured are donated items from mem-
bers, area nurseries and garden centers, as well as handcrafted items from area artisans and gift baskets and raffle items. Plant sale takes place May 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and May 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Annual bedding plants, perennials, vegetables, hanging baskets, houseplants and other garden items will be available. Selected annuals and hanging baskets may be preordered and prepaid and will be ready for pick up May 19. Order blanks and reservations for the preview party are available by calling 440729 1668 from 9 a.m. to noon.
CVHS Plant and Herb Sale May 20, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Chagrin Valley Herb Society is holding its annual plant and herb sale in the community room at Bainbridge Library, 17222 Snyder Road. Select from a fine group of herbs and plants from local nurseries and from member’s home gardens. Plants are priced from $1 to $ 10. Visit chagrinvalleyherbsociety.org for a list of plants and contact information.
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CLASSFIEDS AUTOS & AUTO PARTS WANTED: Junk Cars and Trucks. Paying cash. Be smart -- call Art. 440-228-5921. 2009 Honda Civic 4D automatic, 4 cyl, moonroof, 69,000 mile, ex cond, no winters, needs nothing, original owner, $7,850, call 440-867-8682 (correct phone number). Nissan Maxima SE 2003, Original Owner, Loaded, Sunroof, AC, Bose Sound System, Titanium, Leather Interior, 106,000 miles, $2,999, Best Offer, 216-906-2314.
MOTORCYCLES 2007 Honda Shadow, candy apple red, 600cc, 12,000K, excellent condition $3100. Also 2007 Baron Scooter, blue, 150cc, Honda engine, 1,200mi, very good condition $1100, call 440286-3295.
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FOR SALE Yamaha organ, 4 octaves, 2 manuals, built in 1970s, played by church organist. Verified to be in good condition. Free to new home for donation to St. Mark Lutheran Church. Call 440-729-1668 for more information. Diamond ring: one carat solitaire, platinum, with 2 baguettes, appraised at $8,000, make offer, call 440-318-1196. Seasoned lumber and woodworking tools, negotiable, call 440-796-1041. Shoes, muck boots, poly wagons, Immergood ice cream freezers, Dac minerals, Dewalt lights, at Countryside Harness, 16506 Tavern Rd, Burton 440-834-4640. 5.5" Cherry crown molding at $4 per foot, 100 foot minimum, call 440-221-0649. Men’s suits, new and like new, size 40 regular, top quality, call 440-318-1196.
Astra one-of-a-kind mother of pearl, engraved silver chrome 25 caliber automatic - collector item, $600, call 440-318-1196.
1 Bed, 1 Bath, on Mayfield Rd. No Pets. No Smoking. $850/mo. Utilities included.
Call/text (440)-708-6531 Middlefield: 2 bedroom duplex, non-smoking, no pets, laundry hook-up, deck with large yard, security deposit required, call 440-6365747. Middlefield Village: 2br ranch Duplex, appliances, remodeled, No pets, nonsmoking, w/d hookup, shed, no garage, VNC, $650, call 440548-8087. East Claridon: Rt 322/Rt 608, Efficiency (kitchen, bath, living/bedroom combination), has stove and refrigerator, No dogs, No smoking - $365/mo + electric - 440-478-2408.
CHESTERLAND: Huge Multi-Family Sale, May 18&19 from 10a-5p, Thomas the Tank, Joe Rocket Ballistic Jacket - XL, Willet maple drop leaf table, maple tea cart, hunter's tree stand, appliances, household, clothing, furniture, something for everyone! 13020 Woodcrest Lane.
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Lawn Mower repair, full service, pickup/delivery available, new and used parts available, call 440-352-7372.
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CHESTERLAND: Friday May 19 from 4p-7p and Saturday May 20 from10a-3p, Moving Sale - everything must go, antique sewing machine, fabric, small appliances, lots of furniture at 12881 Kenyon Dr.
Indian Runner Duck, One year old drake, $10.00. Olde English Southdown lambs, ewes $350 each, males $150 each. Call 440-283-5357.
Steel toolbox, 40" long, 24" wide, 24" deep, $35. 24" wood extension ladders $45 each. Call 440-968-3633.
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John’s Plumbing: Affordable and reliable. Water heaters, toilets, faucets, drain cleaning, gas lines, sump pumps, well tanks. 440-285-0800.
Retired gentleman desires small single family home with garage, preferably northern Geauga, to rent by Aug/Sept. Call 440- 749-7976.
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CHESTERLAND: Multi family sale Saturday May 20 from 9-4p, bicycles, go cart, electric cook top, Nerf guns, furniture, 1982 - 19 ft boat, much more at 8277 Merrie Lane.
GARAGE/ESTATE SALES
GRANDMA’S Costume Jewelry Compacts • Perfume Linens • Knickknacks
GRANDPA’S Toys • Trains Coins • Bottles Fishing Lures
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Attention flea market buyers: small electric appliances, much misc., and antiques, make offer for all, call 440-318-1196.
WANTED TO BUY Riding lawn mowers, snow blowers, farm tractors, construction equipment, call 440352-7372. Wanted: Old National Geographic magazines before 1915. Call 440-321-5474. Old wooden fishing lures, wooden duck decoys, old steel traps (mouse to bear). Call Lee, 440-313-8331.
REAL ESTATE Thompson Twp: one acre lot, scenic, gently sloped, wooded, very quiet side street, $15,900. Call 440-298-0708. LOT FOR SALE, NEWBURY. 3 wooded, buildable acre lot. Very scenic! $44,900 Call 440-289-0708.
SERVICES Joe Eicher: doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses. We do most anything. Call between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. 440813-4272. No answer, leave message. Will remove small tree stumps, $40 each, call Robert 440-286-5065. Looking for housecleaning, free estimates, call anytime 440-298-3653. Offering special discounts for interior and exterior painting and staining this season. 18 years experience. Professional and insured. Call Dan, 440-342-4552. Repairs of stained glass. 23 years of experience. Lamps, panels and more. Please call 440-636-5484.
WORK WANTED Mother wants college son out of the house for the summer: College student looking for summer work within major: Environmental Science. Please, please contact him at 440321-8667.
HELP WANTED YARD WORK: Yard and maintenance worker wanted in Russell, starting $11/hour, part time, driver's license needed, call 440338-3563.
My Thai Restaurant in Chesterland is looking for a part-time dishwasher & prep cook. No experience needed, will train! Must be available for nights and weekends. Please apply on location: 12646 Chillicothe Road. No phone calls please.
Office assistant wanted part time: looking for good office skills, Excel/Office programs, filing, dictation ability a plus, call 440-7290249.
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BURTON: My final moving sale May 18 – 21, from 9a-5p, furniture, household item, tools and more at 15600 Main Market in Burton. CHARDON: Moving/Garage/Barn sale on May 25, 26, 27 from 8a-4p, fasteners, hardware, tools, household, too much to list. If you need to have a moving sale, estate sale or garage sale, call Kathy Willis at 440729-2790 for assistance. Experienced. References available. We are now doing partial estate buyouts.
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WGHS Named to America’s Most Challenging List SUBMITTED West Geauga High School was recognized by The Washington Post last week as one of 34 Ohio high schools listed among “America’s Most Challenging High Schools.” It is the first time that West Geauga High School has received the honor. According to Superintendent Rich Markwardt, “I’m proud of the fact that our high school received The Washington Post
recognition. It’s due to the rigor of the work that our students and their teachers undertake. We expect to do even better in the WP rankings next year.” Principal Jay Bishop expressed a similar sentiment noting, “Over the last four years we have worked hard to make more rigorous classes available to our students. Our students and teachers have done a tremendous job of responding to meet the challenges presented with the course load.”
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West Geauga High School Student Athletes of the Month for April are junior Trent Fritzche and senior Alison D’Alessandro.
Student Athletes of the Month SUBMITTED West Geauga High School Student Athletes of the Month for April are junior Trent Fritzche and senior Alison D’Alessandro. Student athletes of the month are sponsored by Hillcrest Insurance. Trent is a student athlete on the boys lacrosse team. He will be earning his third varsity letter this season. He has been the team captain the past two seasons. He has led the West Geauga lacrosse program in scoring in all three seasons with the high school. Trent is also one of the top 10 leading scorers in the state. Trent has already earned All-Ohio honors in the sport of lacrosse. Coach Steele said, “Trent is an amazing lacrosse player; he has the ability to take over a game and has one of fastest shots I have seen on a lacrosse field. He is very talented and has the ability to play at the next level or in college.” Off the lacrosse field, he is a great student holding an accumulative GPA of 3.8 and earning a 4.17 this past third quarter. Although Trent is only a junior, he has intentions on heading to the east coast for college where he intends on studying business and pursuing a MBA. In his free time,
he enjoys chilling with his friends on the weekend and playing lacrosse with his summer team, the Titanium. Alison is a student athlete on the girls track team. She will be a four-year varsity letter winner for the team. Alison is a pole vault jumper who draws a crowd at every event. She has already cleared 12 feet and is aiming for 13 feet before the season end. She was also a four-time letter winner for the gymnastics team. Coach Ryan Nightingale said, “It has been a pleasure to watch Alison progress into one of the elite vaulters in the state. She has shown great dedication in improving her craft by jumping during indoor season with the Geneva vault club and attending vault camp at the University of Tennessee. The greatest part of coaching is watching kids achieve the goals they have set for themselves. Alison has already done this season by clearing 12 feet and giving herself the opportunity to continue her career at the University of Kentucky.” Outside of her athletic competitions, she is involved with the Student Council, Interact Club, Key Club and Art Club. She has earned a current cumulative GPA of 4.23. She plans on attending the University of Kentucky to study math.
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