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PUBLIC NOTICE The Mercer County Engineer, Jim Wiechart, is announcing the closing of Siegrist Jutte Road between State Route 118 and Fleetfoot Road in Butler Township for a culvert replacement. This structure will be closed tentatively on September 8, 2010 and is scheduled to reopen in approximately two weeks, depending on the weather conditions. |
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BOWLING GREEN
- The Office of Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) would like to
announce that members of his staff will be available to assist
constituents with their federal agency issues on Thursday, September 9,
2010 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m at the following location: Rockford Village Hall 151 East Columbia Street Rockford, OH 45882 This
Casework On-Site is offered by Congressman Latta’s office to make his
constituent services more conveniently accessible to local
residents. All are encouraged to participate in this opportunity to
sit-down with a member of Congressman Latta’s staff and discuss their
federal agency issues.Congressman Latta has district offices in Bowling Green, Defiance, and Norwalk, Ohio. Individuals having any concerns related to the federal government are encouraged to call his offices toll-free at 1-800-541-6446 or visit in person, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the exception of federal holidays. Constituent services can also be conveniently accessed through Congressman Latta’s website at [LINK:http://latta.house.gov] http://latta.house.gov. |
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Garage Sale Scheduled Garage Sale in Rockford - Name brand boys clothes 12 months to size boys 10-12. Name brand maternity clothes. Misc. items and toys. Saturday 8-12 and Monday (Labor Day) 8-12. 814 West Market Street, Rockford OH 45882. Click Here for garage sales |
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The Parkway Youth Football Team is holding their annual Chicken BBQ Fundraiser on Sunday, September 12 from 11 am to 1 pm. The meal includes 1/2 chicken, chips, applesauce and a roll for $6.00. The dinners are catered by Romer's Catering. Tickets will be available this Friday evening prior to the Parkway High School football game. Parents will be selling tickets at both the north and south gates of the field. If you are unable to purchase tickets at the game, tickets are available from Betsy Schoenleben by calling 419-733-3758. |
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RUMC Youth Group Kickoff Party ATTENTION 6th, 7th, and 8th graders, the Rockford United Methodist church will be having their Junior High Youth Group “Kickoff” party on Sunday, Sept 12, 2010 beginning at 5:00 p.m. at the home of Jeff and Claudia Sidenbender, 9761 Twp Line Road, Rockford, OH. Everything will be provided but you will need to bring your bible. Also, we would like for you to R.S.V.P. by Wed, Sept 8th at 419-363-2424 or at spidey@watchtv.net. |
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There will be “Church
Under the Tent “again this year, as the Van Wert County Fair Board and
Zion Christian Union Church host Sunday morning service in the
Entertainment tent at the fair. The Entertainment tent is located across
from the Agriculture Building on the midway and the service begins at
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IN MOTION Ministry Review 2010 Calvary Evangelical Church is located at 10686 Van Wert Decatur Road just west of Burger King. Our mission is to Love God . Love Others and Serve In The World. Find Out More: 419.238.9426p www.calvaryelife.org |
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CELINA,
OH – The Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #1292 in Rockford, Ohio
shows their support to Wright State University – Lake Campus and the
Western Ohio Educational Foundation (WOEF) by providing three
scholarships to Lake Campus students for the 2010-2011 academic year. The Parkway graduates who received this year’s scholarships were Shirissa Seibert, Cassie Severns and Samantha Bedwell. Shown accepting the scholarships are, front row, from left: Harold Shaffer, Eagles Trustee; Samantha Bedwell, Scholarship Recipient; Shirissa Seibert, Scholarship Recipient; Blair Shaffer, Eagles Conductor and Tom Knapke, Lake Campus WOEF Development Officer. Back row, from left: Scott Call, Eagles Vice President, Jim Zizelman, Eagles Auditor and Bruce Bollenbacher, Eagles Trustee. Scholarship recipient Cassie Severns is not pictured. Since 2006 the Rockford Eagles has donated over $25,000 to the Lake Campus Scholarship Foundation and the Reading Center. For more information about the Lake Campus Scholarship Foundation please contact Tom Knapke at 419-586-0389 or thomas.knapke@wright.edu. |
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Mercer Health joins
the nation in observing Prostate Cancer Awareness Week, September 19 to
25. They are offering free prostate cancer screenings on Tuesday,
September 21 (8 to 11 a.m.), and Wednesday, September 22 (5 to 7 p.m .)
at the Community Medical Center, 950 S. Main St., Celina. Screenings
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Local Kiwanis and Mercer Health To Hold Healthy Kid’s Day
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Tailgate Party Tailgate Party at the Wooden Eagle Restaurant in Celina this Thursday, September 2 at 7:30 PM. The Ohio State University vs. Marshal. Proceeds will go toward the Grand Lake Restoration Commission. |
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Eric Hamby, from Knoxville, Tennessee called me requesting research about the Kistler Bros. barber shop in Celina’s history. He told me that the Celina Chamber of Commerce told him to call me at home and I would know the answers to his questions! Hamby belongs to a “Cash Register Club,” which has over 200 Members. The Club Members collect bronze, nickel, and wood cash registers from the pre-World War I era, up to 1916. The “Brass era” dates from the mid 1880’s through 1916, at a time when the cash registers were ornate and/or inlayed with intricate patterns. Since the War effort required a lot of brass for bullet casings nationally, the Cash Register Companies went to flat panel machines, which did not require a large amount of brass. Some of the Cash Register Club Members also collect the old barber shop chairs, and the striped barber poles. Hamby has four small NCR Cash Registers, with the name Kistler Bros., Barbers, Celina, Ohio, on the tags. The four serial numbers on the Registers skip one number, and he thinks that there is a fifth NCR Cash Register, to complete the set. I spent time looking for the Kistler Brothers in Celina, and found them, located at 112 West Market, Celina. One of the early Barber shops I found was dated in 1895, the Kistler Bros., at 112 West Market. They were listed in the 1895 Male Enumeration of Celina, as well as the 1904, 1909, and 1916 Directories. George and John C. Kistler were listed from 1895 through 1916. Chris Kistler was listed in the 1909 Directory and Edwin Kistler was listed in the 1916 Directory. However, I could not find a photograph of the Kistler Bros. Barber Shop, at that time period. The following Celina Barbers were found, with the dates they were listed in Celina Directories: Ben Adams, 1916; David Blossom, 1916; James Davis, Chas. H. Davis and Riffle, 216 S. Main, 1909; Dietrich & Holderman, S. Main between Warren and Fayette, 1904; Chas. H. Dietrich, 1909 and 1916; Frank E. Gibbons, 1916; E. J. Ley, 107 W. Fayette, 1904 and 1909; Elmer Lynch, 1909; George Lynch, 307 S. Main, 1909; Benjamin W. Miller, S. Main, between Fayette and Logan, 1904; D.A. Sanders, S. Main between Fayette and Logan, 1904; Emerson and Charles W. Touvelle, 1895, and John H. Wenning, had his Barber Shop, upstairs in the Citizens Bank Building, 117 ½ South Main, in the 1904, 1909, and 1916 Directories. I stopped my research at the 1916-1921 Celina and Mercer County, Ohio Directory. Hamby asked for people to email him: brassone@charter.net, or call him at 865-809-8222, if they have information about the Kistler Bros. Barber shop, and/or the fifth NCR Cash Register. Do Barbers and/or Beauticians in Mercer County wish to preserve the History of their Shops in Mercer County? The Mission of the Mercer County Historical Society is To Preserve the History of Mercer County and To Educate the Public about that History. Barbers and Beauticians, please send your histories and photographs to the Mercer County Historical Society and help preserve this heritage.
[The Mercer County Historical Society President Joyce Alig, may be
contacted at 3054 Burk-St. Henry Road, Saint Henry, OH 45883, or
histalig@bright.net
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Genealogy Meeting Scheduled The Mercer County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will hold its next meeting September 12th, at 2:00pm at the Richardson Bretz building at 119 west Fulton Street. It should be noted this meeting is one week later than the usual because of Labor Day weekend. The program will feature local genealogists. Genevieve Conradi of New Bremen will discuss Auglaize County research, David Alan Bilter of Greenville will explain how to use family history web sites, and Karen Bennett of Mercer County will talk about proving your lineage. There will also be an opportunity for a question and answer period. This program will be helpful to the beginner as well as the experienced researcher. The meeting is free to the public and everyone is welcome. |
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Grand Lake Photo Club held its monthly meeting and exhibition contest on Sunday August 29th, 2010. We covered the Aperture Priority setting in a Basic Training class that covers camera basics at the end of the meeting. Everyone took test photos of the other members, and they received an assignment due prior to the next meeting showing their work with the Aperture Priority setting. Our exhibition contest this month had a theme of “Motion”, members took photos of what ‘Motion’ meant to them within a designated time period. Then the members voted on each other’s photos, selecting what they see as the top photos representing ‘Motion’, voting for the top three with no enhanced editing. Then choosing one photo in the ‘Enhanced Photo Division’, where Photoshop or other photo editing skills and programs can be utilized. The winners are: Regular Photos: 1st Place - Beth Guggenbiller with “lights out” 2nd Place - Neal Stoner with “passio bellator” 3rd Place - Pat Agler with “little deuce coupe” Enhanced Photos: Cheryl Stambaugh with “round and round we watch”
Winners were awarded a mounted print of
their photo by Designer Imaging. Grand Lake Photo Club is accepting new members and more information can be found, including the winning photos, on our website at www.grandlakephotoclub.com. September’s monthly exhibition theme is “Pets/Animals”, and the next meeting will be held on September 26th, 2010 at the Galleria in Celina, Ohio. |
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Floral and Friends
Joins the Celina Mercer County Chamber of Commerce
They are
located at the corner of Main and Markets Streets in Celina. Phone
567-890-ROSE (7673) Owner Judy Hiday and Manager Arlene Sullivan are
ready to handle all your floral and gift needs.
George
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Another project the class will undertake later this year that will benefit the Van Wert community involves renovating a house on Third Street that will become offices for the Van Wert Historical Museum. This project will involve tearing down walls and ceilings to create two large rooms for office space and a gift shop. CAPTION: Members of the Vantage senior Building and Grounds Maintenance program, Michael Boyd (Wayne Trace), David Seibert (Lincolnview), Eric Spurr (Lincolview), and Cody Thomas (Parkway) use a level and a gas powered post hole auger to drill holes 3 feet deep for installation of the support posts. |
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VANTAGE CAREER CENTER Vantage School Year in Full Swing - Click Here |
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Water Fitness Instructors Needed The National Certification Course for Water Fitness Instructors will be held at YWCA of Van Wert located at 408 E. Main St. in Van Wert, OH 45891 on Saturday, October 30, 2010, 9:30pm to 4:00pm. Water fitness is one of the fastest growing fitness activities throughout the country. John R. Spannuth, President of the United Sates Water Fitness Association with Headquarters located in Boynton Beach, Florida, indicates that many water fitness programs in the country average more than one thousand different participants per year in their water exercise classes. Because of this, water fitness instructors are hard to find. This course is open to any person 16 years of age or older who has an interest in being a water fitness instructor. Persons who are currently teaching, but do not have the credentials, are strongly encouraged to attend.
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Free- will offering picnic lunch will be provided on a first come, first serve basis. Live Auction of camp program activities, baked goods and more.
Evening Activities 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Campfire activities 8 p.m. -10 p.m. Bean Creek Coffee House Entertainers 9 p.m. -11 p.m. Youth Dance with DJ ($3.00) Please refer to our web site: www.camppalmer.org and click under Friends of Camp.For additional information please contact Bill Goodson or Chuck Wurth at 419-237-2247 or email palm@cfaes.osu.edu |
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VW Co Jr. Fair -
Crop & Shop Results, and King & Queen Results Jr. Fair Queen: Danielle Matthews First Runner Up King: Jacob Wortman First
Runner Up Queen: Samantha Overmyer 2010 FFA special shop awards Best FFA Shop Project: Josh Grubaugh 2nd
Best FFA Shop Project: Nick Poling 2010 Jr Fair Crop & Garden Awards Best corn exhibit: Nick Bauer 2nd Best corn exhibit: Jordan Miller Best soybean exhibit: Ryan Mohr 2nd Best soybean exhibit: Alex Brown Best
small grain Exhibit: Adam Schumm Best 1st year Sewing Project: Allie Ford – Willshire Wide Awake 4-H club
Sewing Box donated by the Farm Bureau Women Junior Clothing Award: Frankie Carey – Hoaglin Farmers
Trophy Donated by Karen Pugh Intermediate Clothing award: Chelsea Hancock – Ohio Challengers Cash
Donated by Ed & Pat Keber “In memory of Ann Keber” Senior Clothing Award: Megan Bittner – Barnyard Buddies Trophy donated by Nancy Johnson
2010 Modeling Awards Junior: Allie Ford Trophy sponsored by Terry Plas
Intermediate: Madison Pugh Trophy Sponsored by Karen Pugh
Senior: Julia Dickman Trophy Sponsored by Leaders of the Future 4-H Club Best Total Look: Courtney Gehres Trophy sponsored by VW County Fashion Board |
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Another County Fair has come and gone already. Our thanks to all of our
wonderful volunteers who helped “sit” at the fine arts display.
To
register, send payment, your name and phone number, and a list of
classes desired to the Wassenberg Art Center, 643 S. Washington St., Van
Wert, Ohio 45891. Checks should be made out to the Wassenberg Art
Center. Or, you may register by phone at 419.238.6837, toll free
1.888.238.3837, or by email at wassenberg@embarqmail.com, and send your
check by mail to arrive at least one week prior to class date.
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Parkway AD Doug
Hughes Offers Reminder Dates HERE ARE SOME DATES TO REMEMBER FOR THE 2010-11 SCHOOL YEAR - Click Here |
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Reminders for Concession Stand
Workers for 9-3-2010 The Parkway Music Boosters would like to remind the following individuals that they are scheduled to work in the concession stand at the home football game on Friday September 3rd. They are as follows:
Sam and Devona Albright
John and Teresa Bienz
Sue Roehm
Susan Roehm
Kristi Schaefer
Traci Temple
Jack and Valerie Baughman
Mike and Ami Beery
Doug and Sharla Brehm
Rebecca Garton
Tammy Eckhart
Derek and Mechele Stukey
Lynn Combs-Abels
Sue Fox
Concession stand workers: You are asked to arrive by 6 p.m.
In order for the concession stand to operate smoothly, it is
important that all those scheduled to work be there. Please, don't
be a "no-show". If you cannot be there, arrange for someone to take
your place. Remember-you are considered to be a part of
the Music Boosters if you have a son or daughter in grades 7-12 and
he or she participates in either band
or choir. Thanks in advance for your help!!
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New Location for Grand Lake Patriots’ September Meeting Members will not need to bring along folding chairs, as in the past, to the Grand Lake Patriots’ September 9 meeting since seats are provided at Richardson-Bretz. Phone 419-268-2355 or e-mail grandlakepatriots@gmail.com for further information.
Mums to go on Sale Saturday Homecoming Sunday Planned at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ Filling the Rafters with the songs of Unity Gospel Singers
They evolved over the years as people grew up and then in the fall of 2005, Paul Wickey joined to sing tenor and Mike took the lead spot. With Paul’s high tenor voice,” Unity” came into being with a new yet traditional Southern Gospel sound. Unity is excited to have their sixth recording, “Rescued” which has just arrived. These guys love the Lord and St. Paul’s looks forward to sharing their ministry of the Good News of Jesus Christ. Our celebration will continue with dinner after worship. The Wedding Caterers will be serving up a great meal from 11:00 to 12:30. The menu is 2 pcs. of chicken, roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, noodles, corn, green beans, roll and bottled water. Dine-In or Carry-Out available. The cost of the meal is $7.00 with the proceeds going toward the Koch Scholarship Fund. Tickets are available, please contact Steve Sapp 942-1023 or Bonnie Barna 942-1107. Mark your calendar, invite a friend and come enjoy the day!
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Time Warner Donates to Grand Lake St.
Marys State Park St. Marys, Ohio — The Grand Lake Restoration Commission is proud to announce a donation by Time Warner Cable Business Class to aid in the renewal of Grand Lake St. Marys. Time Warner Cable Business Class (TWCBC) is not only donating the construction and installation fees but also funds to cover the costs of Internet access for more than a year at the Grand Lake St. Marys State Park. According to TWCBC officials, these services, valued at approximately $3,500 is a way for the company to assist the community and the Lake restoration efforts. Originally constructed as a feeder reservoir for the Miami-Erie Canal, Grand Lake St. Marys was recognized for many years as the largest man-made reservoir in the world. However, state officials say ongoing algae blooms have made the lake unsafe for recreational usage. “This waterway is a gem of the community and the state and Time Warner Cable Business Class is pleased to be able to be helpful in its clean-up,” said John Bell, President, Time Warner Cable Business Class, Midwest Region. Community and lake supporters have obtained a sediment collector, which requires Internet access according to Streamside Systems representatives. Operations Manager, Emily Tucker-Halm, states “The wireless connection to the Internet for the Streamside Systems’ Collector System, and ultimately other technologies at Grand Lake St. Marys, allows for maximum energy efficiency…” First the connection downloads stream flow and depth data from the Internet which works off the US Geological Survey website (http://waterdata.usgs.gov) from the local gauging station at Chickasaw Creek. The sediment pumps run only when the sediment is moving. At low water flow, the pumps periodically cycle to capture the small amounts of moving sediment. At high water flows, i.e. heavy rainfall, the pumps continually run while capturing sediment which is moving much more rapidly. This technology will allow remote monitoring of each of the technologies being used on the lake while ensuring peak performance and operating efficiency. Time Warner Cable Business Class, a division of Time Warner Cable offers a full complement of business communication tools. It phone, internet, ethernet and cable TV solutions are enhanced by excellent customer service and reliable local support teams. Time Warner Cable Business Class serves more than 280,000 business customers throughout all of Time Warner Cable’s divisions. |
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Co-Ed Softball Tournament to Benefit
Josh Clementz A Co-Ed Softball Tournament to Benefit Josh Clementz to be held on October 2nd, 2010 at Welcome Park in Grover Hill, Oh. Team registration of $120.00 due on the morning of the tournament before the first game is pitched. Teams must be registered by September 29th, 2010. If you cannot organize a team, please call me.... ASA Rules; 6-12ft Pitch Requirement; Hit Your OWN ball; 2 Home Run & 40 minute Time Limit. Type of Tournament to be determined upon how many teams register. Grilled hot dogs, brauts and walking tacos; Tournament T-Shirt sales; Raffels ALL day! Come out for some fun and support the Clementz Family. All Proceeds to Support the Clementz Family. Please call Brandy Leiber @ 419-605-6441. |
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Rockford Chamber Winterfest 2010 Planned THE
ROCKFORD CHAMBER PRESENTS WINTERFEST 2010
(FORMERLY THE CHRISTMAS WALK) WILL TAKE PLACE
ON SATURDAY - DECEMBER 11TH AT SHANE'S PARK FROM
5 PM - 8 PM.
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Lady Panthers Take Double Wins on Monday
and Tuesday, August 30 & 31
Story and action shots by Pat Agler - Thanks! The
Lady Panthers started the volleyball season on a good note by picking up
wins on Monday and Tuesday.
Monday evening they defeated the Ottoville "Big
Green" in three games. The scores were 25-10, 25-15 and 25-10.
The ladies added to the win column by downing the
South Adams "Starfires" in three games.
Click Here for more of
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NFL PUNT,
PASS & KICK Coming to Parkway The NFL PUNT, PASS & KICK program will create a lively and engaging
forum for Parkway boys and girls ages 6-15 to compete separately against
their peers in punting, passing, and placekicking skills.
Age Chart If you were born in You’re in group: 2004&2003 Age 6 / 7 2002&2001 Age 8 / 9 2000&1999 Age 10 / 11 1998&1997 Age 12 / 13 1996&1995 Age 14 / 15
Saturday, September 4, 2010, 10:00 AM, Shanes Park on
W. Front
St.
Competition will begin at 10:00 a.m. with 6/7 girls, 6/7 boys.
NFL Punt, Pass & Kick is a national skills competition for boys and girls. Boys and girls compete separately against their peers. With more than three million youngsters taking part every year, it's one of the world's largest youth sports programs! Competitions begin on the local level, and are free for everyone who participates.
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Panthers Slay the Knights By: PHS Seniors Alysha Hodge and Tyler Deitsch (Rockford) The Parkway Panthers football team kicked off their season by defeating the Crestview Knights on Friday, August 27 at Crestview stadium. The Knights stumbled off the field suffering a 40-18 loss at the annual rivalry game. Crestview took the lead in the first quarter with the first touchdown making the score 6-0. Following Crestview’s touchdown, Parkway’s Jonathon Fent recovered a Crestview fumble and ran for a 39 yard touchdown. The second quarter was a nail biter as Parkway’s quarterback, Bryce Bedwell, threw a 22 yard passing strike to Logan Hunter in the end zone. Joel Cesar ended the scoring in the second quarter by punching in a one yard touchdown run with 8:58 remaining in the second quarter.
Riley Bransteter ended the 3rd quarter by returning one of
Crestview’s punts 50 yards to paydirt, giving Parkway a 26-6 advantage
with 43 seconds remaining in the 3rd quarter. The Panthers
remained strong as they scored two touchdowns in the opening minute of
the fourth quarter. Joel Cesar ran untouched into the end zone with
11:19 remaining and Tyler Deitsch added another one yard score only 19
seconds later. Crestview added two touchdowns to the score board in the final seven minutes of the game, but by that point, the Panthers had the game in the palm of their paws. Bedwell finished the game 8-of-15 passing for 139 yards and a touchdown. Cesar collected 156 yards on 20 carries with 2 touchdowns total. Logan Hunter had 4 catches for 71 yards and a touchdown in the game. Bransteter had 2 catches and a punt return for a touchdown. Tyler Deitsch and Jonathon Fent also added one touchdown each to the scoreboard for the Panthers. Together the Parkway Panthers racked up 382 yards compared to the Crestview Knights 90 yards. “The key point to the game was the mental outlook before hand, we were mentally ready to play,” said Parkway’s coach, Ed Kuhn. |
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Gamble and Sensabaugh Announce Engagement and Approaching Wedding
Story and photo by Ashley A. Dellinger
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“Life’s Biggest Challenges”
Ever feel
like something is missing in your life? You could be right. Join us for a six-week Sermon Series “Life’s Biggest Challenges” Starting Sunday, Sept. 19, 2010, 9:30 & 11:00 AM
Putting
Meaning to
LIFE
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Nursery Provided for Both
Services Call 419.363.2064 for more information or visit the website: www.nhccrockford.com
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Garage Sale Scheduled Garage Sale in Rockford - Name brand boys clothes 12 months to size boys 10-12. Name brand maternity clothes. Misc. items and toys. Saturday 8-12 and Monday (Labor Day) 8-12. 814 West Market Street, Rockford OH 45882. Click Here for garage sales |
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Shaffer/Winings Announce Engagement and Approaching Wedding
Story and photo by Ashley A. Dellinger
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NFL PUNT,
PASS & KICK Coming to Parkway The NFL PUNT, PASS & KICK program will create a lively and engaging forum for Parkway boys and girls ages 6-15 to compete separately against their peers in punting, passing, and placekicking skills. Age Chart If you were born in You’re in group: 2004&2003 Age 6 / 7 2002&2001 Age 8 / 9 2000&1999 Age 10 / 11 1998&1997 Age 12 / 13 1996&1995 Age 14 / 15
Saturday, September 4, 2010, 10:00 AM, Shanes Park on
W. Front
St.
Competition will begin at 10:00 a.m. with 6/7 girls, 6/7 boys.
NFL Punt, Pass & Kick is a national skills competition for boys and girls. Boys and girls compete separately against their peers. With more than three million youngsters taking part every year, it's one of the world's largest youth sports programs! Competitions begin on the local level, and are free for everyone who participates. Click here for their website http://www.nflppk.com/ |
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Panthers are Excellent! Congratulations
to Students, Staff, School Board, and Parents of Parkway Schools for
their State Report Card Rating of Excellent. They met 25 of the 26
Standards in a newly released report that can be viewed at
www.reportcard.ohio.gov .
There is a lot of information available at this site, so check it out.
The Panther team had an effective rating last year and worked hard to
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Parkway Schools Calendar of Events for September 1, 2010 through October
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Manna Foods ~ Reminder to Order by Friday, September 10, 2010 By Barb Pedroza
How this works . . . . You buy the big box
for $33.00 or another choice. Every month the menu will
change. You need to mail your order with payment to the Rockford United
Methodist Church so that we receive it by the deadline date. Please
supply your name and address plus a telephone number is required. Two
weeks later you can pick up your order at the church. If you have any questions, call the Church office (419) 363-3230 or me, Barb, at (419) 363-2720. You can pick up a menu at TJ 's in Rockford or Willshire, the Rockford Library, His & Hers Styling Salon in Rockford, the Rockford post office and at the Mendon Church of God. Click Here for the menu and a printable order form.
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4-H Winners from the Mercer County Fair
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Fly Your Flag on
September 11 Reminder from Roberta LePage On Saturday, September 11th, 2010, an American flag should be displayed outside every home, apartment, office, and store in the United States. Every individual should make it their duty to display an American flag on this seventh anniversary of one our country's worst tragedies. We do this in honor of those who lost their lives on 9/11, their families, friends and loved ones who continue to endure the pain of their loss, and for those who today are fighting at home and abroad to preserve our cherished freedoms. |
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Wassenberg Photo Show Entries Taken Sept. 11 and 12 Calling all photographers! The Wassenberg Art Center (WAC) is preparing for the 33rd Annual October Photography Exhibit. Anyone of any age who likes to take photographs can enter. You do not have to be a professional photographer -- just have a good eye for a good picture. You can download a prospectus (rules and entry form) at www.vanwert.com/wassenberg, or you can contact the art center at 419.238.6837 or toll free 1.888.238.3837 and ask us to mail you a prospectus. If you get the answering machine, be sure to provide your name and address! Entries will be taken September 11 and 12 from 1-5 p.m., so don’t delay!
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Village of Rockford Offers Helpful Info for Real Estate Sales by Lisa Kuhn The Rockford Village Council invites realtors, prospective homebuyers and residents to attend this informational meeting on what the Village has to offer to help the sales of homes, businesses, and lots in Rockford. The Revitalization program is set for this Tuesday - August 31st at 7 pm in the Village Hall - 151 E Columbia St. We are committed to continually make Rockford a great place to live. We will cover the incentives we have to offer to help make purchasing or improving real estate in Rockford a good investment. We would also like to hear any comments and ideas that may help ! Tell your friends and neighbors ---See you there ! Rockford Village Hall to Host Staff from Congressman Robert Latta’s Office On Thursday - September 9th from 9:00 am - 10:30 am @ the Rockford Village Hall ~2 members of my staff will be available to meet with constituents who may have questions or concerns involving the federal government. |
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Parkway A.D. Doug Hughes Announces Updated Website SCHEDULES AND RECORDS FOR ALL SPORTS AT PARKWAY HIGH SCHOOL ARE UP TO DATE THROUGH THE 2009-10 SEASONS. Thank you to Loren Shindeldecker for working on it. Click Here: http://www.parkwayboosters.org/index.htm |
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Rockford Chamber Thanks Sponsors
On Sunday, August 29th, the 1st Annual Rockford Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing took place. The following businesses supported the event and the Chamber greatly appreciated their involvement!
HOLE SPONSORS:
Lefeld Implement
The Village of Rockford
Mercer Health
The Laures of Shane Hill
Shanes of Maplewood
WKKI
First Financial Bank
Rockford Carryout
Henkle Insurance
Gentle Strength, Jane Cozad
Sutton Painting
The Peoples Bank
TJ's Grocerette
Stolly Insurance
His N Hers Salon
Bransteter Builders
A & A Greenhouse
Henkle Construction
DOOR PRIZES:
Van Wert County Hospital
Lefeld Implement
TJ's Grocerette
Subway
The People's Bank Company
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Rockford Lions Are Back in the Swing
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CALVARY PRESCHOOL ORIENTATION on September
1st Orientation gives parents an opportunity to meet the teacher and get a list of supplies needed for the year. It also gives your child time to be with the teacher while accompanied by you. Your child gets to meet other classmates and begin making friends. The Calvary Preschool offers many educational opportunities for your child along with a Christian emphasis. Calvary preschool furnishes snacks and has a beautiful large playground for the boys and girls. We provide ample parking in the church parking lot for pick-up and drop-off. Openings are still available for 3’s, 4’s and 5’s. Registration forms may be accessed on the church web site by going to www.calvaryelife.org ; go under ministries and click on preschool. The forms are listed as active links. Please print, fill out and return. Only the Registration Form is absolutely necessary for enrollment. Contact the church office at 567-259-3103 and ask for Judy Fox. See you September 1st for Orientation. The first day of school is September 9th or 10th (depending on the days you come). We look forward to the opportunity to serve you and your child. We Love Our Little Learners.
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It's Football Time; Big Win Over
Crestview
Story and action shots by Pat Agler - Thanks! Big
trophy, big results from the Panthers. Parkway brought the rivalry
trophy back to Panther country. Crestview got on the board first
midway through the first quarter. The Panthers got their first score
on a 39 yard fumble return for a touchdown by Jonathon Fent. Tied at
6-6, Joel Cesar broke through for another Parkway score. After a
stalled possession, the Panthers hit pay dirt again on a 22 yard
pass from Bryce Bedwell to Logan Hunter to give Parkway a 19-6 lead
at the half. Riley Bransteter lit the scoreboard early in the third
quarter with a 50 yard punt return. The Panthers had the Knights
reeling by this point in the game. Parkway added two more scores in
the fourth quarter on a 15 yard scamper by Joel Cesar and Tyler
Deitsch scored the Panthers' final touchdown. Crestview got on the
board twice in the fourth quarter, also. Parkway rushed for 233
yards with Joel Cesar picking up 156 of them. Bryce Bedwell was 8 of
15 for 149 yards passing. Five Panthers crossed the goal line for
scores against the Knights. Stingy; that best describes the
defensive effort for the Panthers. The defense held Crestview to a
total of 90 yards on the evening, coming up with big plays all
night. Parkway starts the 2010 season on a good note with a 40-18
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OUR OLD BOOK CASE By Joyce L. Alig, President, Mercer County Historical Society “Blackcreek Township Trustees’ 1940 Expenses” |
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Last week, I illustrated Blackcreek Township Trustees’ checks for 1920, 1936, and 1937, which I had purchased over ebay. I was surprised at the interest in those checks, which I received. Therefore, this week, I will look through the Blackcreek Township Trustees’ canceled checks for 1940. The following checks were written in 1940: February 24, Wm. H. Hecht Insurance Agency was paid $9.50 for Bond of Constable. June 29, Hardy Dennis and Wilson Snyder were paid for labor and Paul Sapp was paid for mowing with Team, at Cemetery. Rockford Telephone Co. was paid $10.30 for lights for Township for May. June 29, Frank Ketrow was paid 425.00 for Memorial Day Service. July 27, Rockford Press was paid $1.50 for printing a legal notice. July 27, Mrs. C.W. Gause was paid $12.00 for Soldiers Relief. August 31, Carl Lee was paid $6.30 for labor at Cemetery. October 26, they paid Rockford Lumber Co. $2.40 for cement. October 26, John Andress was paid $2.00 for cleaning the Township House. Gibbons Hospital was paid $30.00 for hospital service. The Trustees paid Rockford Board of Education $10.00 for balance due on Real Estate. November 30, the Trustees paid Marion Reserve Power Co. 41.00 for Lights for the Township for October. In the 1940’s, Blackcreek Township Trustees were still working on the roads. March 30, they paid Standard Oil Co. $46.25 for 370 gallons of gasoline. (What was the price per gallon in 1940?) March 30, they paid Rockford Stone Co. $188.28 for Repair Stone. June 29, they paid Glenn Myers $5.00 for labor on ditch for road water. November 30, 1940, the Trustees paid Rockford Stone Co., $124.98 for Repair Stone; that same date, they paid the Rockford Stone Co., $303.01 for Repair Stone. That date, they also paid Standard Oil Co. $31.88 for 255 gallons of gas. That date, they paid Mercer Co. Co-Op, $14.00 for gasoline and Prestone for the truck, while they paid Herbert H. Kuhn $54.60 for driving the truck. Cron Tire & Supply Co. received $1.50 for an A.C. Oil Filter for that truck. The City Garage received $10.54 for greasing and repair for the truck. These old canceled checks provide us with a glimpse of the history of Blackcreek Township Trustees in 1940, just before World War II. I also have canceled checks for the Blackcreek Township Trustees in the years 1941, 1942, and 1947. One of the obvious changes I saw in 1947 was that they were paying expenses for using a tractor. With this research for this article on local history, I am working to meet the Mission of the Mercer County Historical Society: To Preserve Mercer County’s History and To Educate the Public about that History. How are the citizens of Blackcreek Township preserving the history of their Township?
[The Mercer County Historical Society President Joyce Alig, may be
contacted at 3054 Burk-St. Henry Road, Saint Henry, OH 45883, or
histalig@bright.net or
419-678-2614.] |
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Immaculate Conception School will be holding a school carnival on Sunday, September 12 from 1-5 p.m. in the school parking lot. The carnival is open to the public and will be a great family event! There will be wonderful entertainment featuring Crazy Craig Muhlenkamp, the juggler, Feel N. Lucky, the clown, a magic show, and Dan’s portraits and Caricatures. There will be over 20 games, food and some great prizes!! Come out and enjoy a fun family afternoon. Proceeds will benefit IC School. |
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Senator Faber’s Weekly Newsletter Even though the state budget was approved and signed into law in July 2009, a bi-partisan body is called on to handle certain limited day-to-day adjustments needed in the state budget. Section 127.12 of the Ohio Revised Code establishes the Controlling Board as a body consisting of seven members including the Director of the Office of Budget and Management or an employee of the Office of Budget and Management designated by the Director, the Chairs of the Senate and House Finance Committees, a majority member . . . Click here for the rest of the story. Nominations Being Sought for Ohio Natural Resources Hall of Fame For the past 44 years, the Ohio Natural Resources Hall of Fame has been the state's top honor for individuals who have improved the quality of life in Ohio through natural resources management, environmental education or scientific achievement. Click here for the rest of the story. OPERS Town Hall Meetings Ohio Public Employees Retirement Systems (OPERS) is holding a series of meetings across the state for members and retirees to discuss the recommended plan design changes that their Board proposed to the Ohio Retirement Study Council in November 2009. Click here for the rest of the story. |
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4-H'ers Invited to Sign up for Talent Show at County Fair New this year at the Van Wert County Fair is a 4-H Talent Show on Sunday September 5th at 1:00 p.m. in the Entertainment Tent. Any 4-H’er may participate. Piano, Instrumental, Dance, Vocal talent is welcome. Come out and express yourself. All entries are exhibition only and participation prizes will be awarded. Sign up sheets are in the Extension office. Deadline to sign up is Thursday September 2nd. |
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Tom Osting and Bob Baker, Washington Township, and City of Van Wert Directors, are the Superintendents of Police and Parking on the grounds during the fair. They have completed plans to safeguard Fair patrons and property while at the Fair. Officers will be on duty 24 hours a day. Parking of automobiles, especially on Labor Day , is a very large task and they hope that weather conditions this year permit maximum parking on the grounds. The Fair Board has property on Fox road which provides more space for parking. Tom, Bob and their force have made plans to guide patrons to the various parking areas and requests everyone’s cooperation to achieve maximum parking for all areas. In addition, they will have the chain link fence installed at the ball diamond area to assist with entrance into the grounds area from Gate #5 . Designation has also been made for Handicap Parking throughout the grounds, by the Grandstand, Livestock area and on the North side of the Fairgrounds. |
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| THE 154TH VAN WERT COUNTY FAIR—SEPTEMBER 1- 8, 2010 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The 154th Van Wert County Fair will officially open Wednesday September 1st at 5:00 p.m. with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Beginning at 5:00 p.m. regular gate admission for the evening will be $3.00. With a donation of $3.00 in non-perishable food items, admission is free. Rides and food vendors will also begin operation at 5:00 p.m. The Van Wert Council of American Legion has invited the Veterans Organizations of the county to participate in the flag raising ceremony, at 7:00 p.m. in front of the Grandstand. There will be no Grandstand entertainment on Wednesday, September 1st. The 4-H Style Revue and Modeling Awards Show will kick off events in the Entertainment Tent on Wednesday evening, September 1st., at 6:00 p.m. Events in the Entertainment Tent will continue each evening through September 8th. The Van Wert Amateur Radio Club will be located in the Commercial Building to assist with fair operation and to receive and send messages across the country. Harness racing will be enjoyed by fair-goers on Thurdsay, Friday, and Labor Day evenings beginning at 7:00 p.m. and also on Wednesday, September 8, at 1:00 p.m. Labor Day running races will begin at 1:00 p.m. with approximately 10 heats including the 1.5 mile Derby. Pari-Mutual wagering will be available for all races. Reserve box seats are available for all Harness and Thoroughbred races. General admission seating is also available for all races. Area schools will participate in the exciting Cheerleading competition in front of the Grandstand with a start time of 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 4th. The Junior High competition will follow the Senior competition at approximately 1:00 p.m. As always, the popular Area Band Show will be held on Tuesday, September 7, at 7:00p.m in front of the Grandstand with many area high school bands participating. Tickets are on sale in the Fair Board office and all seats are reserved. Closing out events on Wednesday, September 8th, will be the annual Demolition Derby in front of the Grandstand. A brand new class has been added for stock cars sponsored by Straightline Body and Paint, Inc. Kicking off the evening will be something else brand new, as England’s Bay Auto Repair will sponsor a lawn mower demolition class. Tickets for the evening are on sale at the Fair Board office, with all seats reserved. Pit passes will be available the day of the Derby and will be on sale at the Draw Gate for any one 14 years and older. The public is
cordially invited to attend the year’s 154th Annual Van Wert
County Fair to enoy a large variety of shows and entertainment
opportunities beginning Wednesday, September 1st through
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Paul G. Oechsle, Secretary of the Van Wert County Agricultural Society (Fair Board) reminds everyone that Fair Board Office hours in the Administration Building will be 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.weekdays, and 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Saturdays. The office will issue camping permits, take Demolition Derby entries, sell membership tickets, Jr. Fair tickets and Grandstand tickets. All camping permits must be picked up by Saturday, August 28th, 2010. The fair will officially open at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 1st. Admission for the evening will be $3.00, or a donation of $3.00 of non-perishablecanned goods will be taken for admission. No grandstand event has been planned for Wednesday evening. Reserved grandstand box seats for horse racing for the evenings of Thursday, September 2nd., Friday, September 3rd, Wednesday afternoon, September 7, and Labor Day running races are $4.00 with all incline seats at $3.00. Box seats and the entire incline area are reserved for the Band Show on Tuesday, September 6th, and the Demolition Derby on Wednesday, September 8th. Grandstand entertainment on Saturday evening features an exciting Tug-A-Truck contest beginning at 7:00 p.m. All seats are general admission for this event at an admission cost of $ 6.00. A pit pass may be purchased for $15.00 for ages 14 and older. Featured at the Grandstand on Sunday will be an Antique Tractor Pull beginning at 11:00 a.m. with free admission. The Sunday evening program in the Grandstand features the “Michindoh Street Stock Truck Pull” beginning at 7:00 p.m. This is the first time that this exciting event has been at the Van Wert Fair.Tickets are all general admission and are $3.00. Pit passes may be purchased for $10.00 for ages 14 and older. |
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| FAIR BOARD CONTRACTS FOR CLEAN GROUNDS AND RESTROOMS | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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It is the aim of the Van Wert County Fair Board that the fairgrounds be kept clean and attractive throughout the week of the 2010 fair. The Board has contracted to have the grounds, as well as the grandstand, cleaned each night. Fair concessionaires will be asked to clean around their areas each night and barrels will be conveniently located throughout the fairgrounds for easy disposal of refuse by fair patrons. This will be the 7th year that the Fair Board has worked with National Serv-All to provide covered containers for general public use. These containers will be used to recycle aluminum and plastic and are shaped like a large bottle. The Fair Board would like to encourage everyone to look for these containers and help out with this important project. In addition to the recycling efforts, restroom help will make every effort to ensure that all public restrooms are clean during fair week. However, the cooperation of all fair goers will be appreciated in keeping the restrooms clean and sanitary. Finally, on a daily basis, the manure in the livestock areas will be transported to an area away from the public. The Fair Board has given considerable time and effort to make the sanitation program work to enhance and make for a better 2010 Van Wert County Fair. Senior Fair Board Members in charge of the sanitation department include Michael Patters, Phil Scott, and Brad Taylor. |
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| Van Wert Civic Theatre Announces 2010-2011 Subscription Drive | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Van Wert Civic Theatre in Van Wert launched its 52nd annual subscription drive last week. The subscription sales team is busy contacting previous subscribers and sharing the benefits of VWCT subscriptions with newcomers to live theatre. VWCT offers one of the best values in live entertainment in the area. For 52 years, all-volunteer casts and crews have been producing high-quality, award-winning theatre for audiences at a very economical price. The new season promises a range of entertainment that will appeal to a wide demographic. VWCT says, “Let us entertain you.” One way to be sure to get a great seat for these great shows is to purchase a subscription. Subscribers get advance notice of box office hours and get to make reservations ahead of the general public. Subscriptions also offer flexibility. The admissions that come with the subscription can be used in anyway the subscriber wishes. For example, a season membership could be used for anything from one admission to each of the five shows to five admissions to one of the shows. The subscriber decides how to use the admissions and makes his or her reservations accordingly, and a season subscription will offer the best value for the consumer’s dollar. Subscription sales for the season will end on October 2. Subscription prices remain the same in six categories. A Super Saver at $35 provides five admissions to any Wednesday or Thursday performance of any show. Super Saver subscribers will receive a newsletter prior to each show and have three days in advance of the public to reserve seating. A Season membership at $40 provides five admissions to any performance of any show. Season subscribers will receive a newsletter prior to each show and have three days in advance of the public to reserve seating. These two subscription levels are excellent values and provide a significant savings over at-the-door prices, which are $9 for a play and $11 for a musical. A Patron membership at $95 provides 10 admissions usable for any performance and five days in advance of the public to reserve seating. Patrons receive newsletters, an invitation to the annual patron champagne party in September, and their name in each play program. A Patron Saint membership at $145 provides all the benefits of a patron, plus their name or business name appears on the special Patron Saint's page in the play programs. A Stellar Patron at $250 provides all the benefits of a patron, plus a very prominent program mention. A Stellar Patron is part of a very select group that supports the Civic Theatre at a very high level. Civic Theatre’s most exclusive level of giving is our Patron Angel. This level at $500 provides fifteen admissions to any performance of any play, all the benefits of the patron level, and a highly visible program mention. Subscription admissions can be used in any way the purchaser would like …see all five shows, get a group of five friends to see one of the shows, or any combination in between. This year’s line-up includes three plays and two musicals. The season will open with The Battle of Shallowford, a comedy by Ed Simpson. On a quiet Sunday night in October of 1938, the folks of Shallowford, North Carolina believe the rest of the world is on the brink of war as they hear the Orson Welles broadcast of “The War of the Worlds”. They fall hook, line, and sinker for the broadcast and run out to battle the Martians. This show promises an evening of laughter with moments of family tenderness. The Battle of Shallowford opens on September 23 for eight performances. Next will be a comedy by Jesse Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten, opening on November 11 for eight performances. The Dixie Swim Club is about five women whose friendship started many years ago on their college swim team. Each summer they set aside a week to meet at a beach cottage. The play focuses on four weekends over the course of thirty years as the women deal with the hilarity and tragedy life throws at them. The Full Monty will be the third production of the season. When steelworkers in Buffalo, New York notice how much their wives enjoy watching male strippers, they hatch an idea to make some extra money. As they make their idea a reality, the men renew their self-esteem, learn the importance of friendship, and remember how to have fun. This musical, with book by Terrence McNally and music and lyrics by David Yazbek, opens January 27 for 13 performances. The fourth show, A Month of Sundays, by Bob Larbey, will open on March 24 for eight performances. This comedy-drama centers on the life of Cooper who lives in a nursing home. Cooper infuses comedy into his day to day existence despite the fact that his daughter hates to visit and his friends are becoming frail. The season will end with the sixth in the Nunsense series: Nunset Boulevard, The Nunsense Hollywood Bowl Show. Dan Goggin, creator of the Nunsense musicals has done it again with this funny show. The Little Sisters of Hoboken are invited to sing at the Hollywood Bowl. They are thrilled until they find out it is actually the Hollywood Bowl-A-Rama—a bowling alley. This show opens May 12 for 8 performances. Anyone wishing to receive a 2010-2011 brochure or to purchase a subscription may contact Mary Ann Falk at 419-238-3958 or they may send a check along with the way they wish to have their name appear in the program (for Patron, Patron Saint, Stellar Patron, and Angel) to the Van Wert Civic Theatre, PO Box 823, Van Wert, OH 45891. 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St. Marys, Ohio – Grand Lake Theatrix Community Theatre Association announces their Fall production: BABY: The Musical featuring Actors from all over West Central Ohio:
Is there anything more exciting, frightening and utterly transformational than impending parenthood? "Baby" tells the story of three couples on a university campus as they deal with the painful, rewarding and agonizingly funny consequences of this universal experience. There are the college students, barely at the beginning of their adult lives; the thirty-somethings, having trouble conceiving but determined to try; and the middle aged parents, looking forward to seeing their last child graduate from college when a night of unexpected passion lands them back where they started.
The show runs October 9, 10, 16 &17: Saturdays at 2pm Saturdays at 8pm (optional dinner begins at 6:30pm) Sundays at 5pm (optional dinner begins at 3:30pm)
Tickets are on sale now at $18 for dinner and show $10 for show only
Special cameo appearances by Auglaize County Commissioner Doug Spencer and Matt Fox from Mercer County plus other surprises! Reserve tickets today by calling 419-953-7612.
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Every Wednesday in September is
Rockford Carryout Pizza Night Every Wednesday in September the Rockford Carryout will be donating a portion of Pizza Sales to the Parkway High School Football Program. Mr. Browning and his Business Education students are asking the community to help with this program by purchasing Pizzas from the Carryout on Wednesdays in September. Go Panthers! |
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GIRL SCOUT RECRUITMENT NIGHT AT PARKWAY Monday Sept. 13th 6:00 - 7 : 00PM at the Parkway School Commons area All girls K - 3rd grades and their parents are invited to attend this informational meeting about Girl Scouts. We're also in need of Adult Volunteers, if you're interested you may also attend this meeting for more information. If you can not attend this meeting, you can still contact: MICHELE BREESE 419-363-3722 or gbreese@woh.rr.com for more information.
MusicWorks Classes Begin August 30 There's still time to sign up for MusicWorks! Lessons begin August 30th in Portland, St. Marys, and Blackford County. Registrations are being accepted at the centers in Portland, Indiana and St. Marys, Ohio. Individual instruction at the Collective Center in St. Marys is offered on a number of new instruments with the addition of a new instructor to the MusicWorks program. Arts Place is pleased to welcome Everett Kalcec to the MusicWorks faculty at the Collective Center. Everett graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Master's Degree in Music Education from Kent State University. He has worked as a band director, private instructor and music educator in Ohio and Michigan.
Walk with Nature Entries are due at Arts Place on or before Wednesday, September 8, 2010. All images must be photography of the Miami Erie Canal by students age 18 or under. A call for entries with exhibit details is available at Arts Place. Program support is provided by Psi Iota Xi, Gamma Alpha Chapter. The Walk with Nature Youth Photography Exhibit is sponsored by St. Marys Kiwanis.
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PUBLIC NOTICE The Mercer County Engineer, Jim Wiechart, is announcing the closing of Philothea Road between Erastus Durbin Road and Township Line Road in Recovery Township for a culvert replacement. This structure will be closed tentatively on August 30, 2010 and is scheduled to reopen in approximately two to three weeks, depending on the weather conditions. Any additional questions, contact the Mercer County Engineer's Office at 419-586-7759.
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Wren 2010 Homecoming a Success
The Village of Wren would like to thank everyone for making the 2010 Homecoming a success. Without the sponsors, participants, parents, volunteers, the list goes on and on, we could not pull off such a great event. Thank you for working, volunteering or just visiting our Village during our Festival.
From Basket Bingo to the Wiffleball Tournament (
Champions Lee Kinstle Bunnies ) or the Car Show ( 74 entries ) to
the Parade, there was something in Wren for everyone.
The 2010 Homecoming Queen - Darci Swager. The
Wiffleball Princess - Caitlin O'Hagan, Jr. Princess - Madison
Bollenbacher. Rib Cook-Off Winners- Best Ribs - Mark Cox, Side-dish
- Grant Hurst, Presentation - Bill and Trent Tumbleson, Best Sauce -
Tom Gibson, Runner - up for the best ribs was a three was tie
between Doug Hinkle, Tom Gibson and Bill and Trent Tumbleson. Thanks
to all who participated in the 7th Annual Rib Cook-Off.
A special thank you to Barb "Pearl" Hunnicut for
throwing out the first pitch, area farmers for being Parade
Marshals.
2011 will celebrate 20 years of the Wrenway Park
Wiffleball Tournament - plan now to attend.
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Consider
Hosting a Foreign Exchange Student Diana Rissner, local coordinator for CIEE, is looking for families for this school year. Many students arrive this week and next week and are from Germany, Czechslovakia and other areas. CIEE is looking for families to welcome a student into their home and to experience another culture. Diana can be reached at 419-363-0049. More than 25 foreign exchange student have come to our area in the past 5 years. For more information, go to their website at ciee.org
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French Trip Headed by
Former Parkway Teacher St. Marys, Ohio – On July 13,
2010, nine teenagers from Memorial High School and their chaperones took
off on a
The Ranier grave. (left).
Left: Street performers.
Bullfight arena in Arle - left.
Posted 8-25-2010 (Left - Mrs. Fast with a gladiator-actor.)
Mercer County Fair Features Local Winners Beef Junior Division – Outstanding, John Hoenie, Hopewell 4-H. Beef Intermediate Division – Best in Class, Seth Houts, Hopewell 4-H. Beef Senior Division – Outstanding, Olivia Houts, Hopewell 4-H. Dairy Junior Division – Outstanding, Clista Hellwarth, Hopewell 4-H. Dairy Intermediate Division – Best in Class, Cami Hellwarth, Hopewell 4-H. Dairy Senior Division – Outstanding, Dan Shellabarger, Rockford Thrifty 4-H Dairy & Meat Goat Skillathon – Outstanding, Junior Division, Haley Dicke, Mendon Blue Ribbon 4-H. Dairy & Market Goat Skillathon – Junior Division, Best in Class, Maggie Houts, Hopewell 4-H. Dairy & Market Goat Skillathon – Junior Division, Outstanding, Collin Adams, Hopewell 4-H. Dairy & Market Goat Skillathon – Intermediate Division, Best in Class, Briana Schmitt Courtney Dicke, Olivia Powell, and Rachel Hesse, all of Mendon Blue Ribbon 4-H. Dairy & Market Goat Skillathon – Senior Division, Best in Class, Trevor Eischen, Parkway FFA and Outstanding was Jamie Dicke of Mendon Blue Ribbon 4-H. More results are coming. Send the Parkway Independent your 4-H Fair pictures. We will post them!
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Ohio University Bobcat Trip Planned - BUS IS FULL
See the Ohio Bobcats
take on the Bowling Green Falcons on October 9 for a 2:00 kickoff. Only
one bus will be going this year. Your payment reserves your seat.
$40.00 includes bus fare and ticket. The bus will be leaving the
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Noah’s Honey Ready for Sale Noah Stemen’s mom sent this report on young Noah and his bees:
(Editor’s Note:
Noah is a student at Parkway Elementary School and has been fascinated
with bees for three years. Two years ago, his parents, David and Kristi
Stemen of Rockford bought him his first hive. He began selling honey
last year.) He has his honey
available to purchase at a few places: Noah is also the grandson of Vernon and Vera Kuhn.
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Parkway Football Reminders
by Stacie Ford, Football Parents President Our boys are gearing up for their first football game of the season- this Friday! Plan to attend the upcoming away game against Crestview on August 27 at 7:30 PM and fill the stands! If you haven’t bought your Fan T-shirts, be sure and contact Cathy Hartman so that arrangements can be made to get one and wear it to the game. The day of the game and prior to boarding the bus, there will be a meal prepared for the players, coaches, and trainers so that they can eat before leaving. The team will also receive packed meals to eat after the game. Parents, please check the meal schedule for which items you are responsible and have your player bring it to the school kitchen the morning of the away game. Mark items with your last name and the word “football.” These items will be put in the refrigerator and packed later. As soon as possible, unsold tickets and money from the Barrys' Market Certificates will need to be turned in to the high school office in care of Kathy Cesar or Jami Pontsler. Any unsold tickets will be redistributed to someone else to sell. If you would like more tickets to sell, please let Kathy know.
By now, every player who
has bought pictures from Nikki Fox of Fox Photography has received them
and brought them home to be displayed proudly.
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Van Wert County Fair Reminders TREASURER AND TICKET OFFICE PREPARE FOR BIG JOB FAIR WEEK Tim Short, Fair Board Treasurer, announces that his office will sell tickets for all events held in the Grandstand during fair week. Tickets will be on sale daily beginning on Wednesday, September 1st., at 12:00 noon at the Treasurer’s office on the fair grounds. Tim also reminds exhibitors that premiums may be picked up at his office the day following the show. However, a few premiums may not be available during fair days and will be mailed to the exhibitor after the fair. Tim cordially invites everyone to support the Van Wert County Fair by enjoying the various events and races during the week at the Grandstand and looks forward to a great week with good weather. ULTIMATE AIR DOGS ARE BACK AT THE FAIR
Ultimate Air Dogs, one of the premier dock jumping organizations in the country , will be back at he 2010 Van Wert County Fair. The event features dogs running down a dock, flying into a pool, with the distance judged from the end of the dock to the base of the dog’s tail. Each competitor gets two jumps per splash, with the bigger of the two jumps counting as their score. Many folks come to the events just to meet the president and main announcer, Milt Wilcox, the former Detroit Tiger picher famous for winning the 1984 World Series. “You’ve probably seen this sport on ESPN ,” says Milt . “just like I did, people often see Big Air on TV and think “Hey, my dog can do that!” This year’s event Gold sponsors are Rural King and Purina. Silver sponsors are BHS Guns, DDS Todd Evans, JJ’s Hair on the Square, Adams Farms, Cooper Foods, Breese Farms, Decatur Veterinary Clinic, Bixler Insurance, Baker Built Air Wings, and Scott Equity Exchange. CROSSROADS BAND TO APPEAR AT FAIR There will be a special treat for fair-goers on Friday evening, September 3rd. as the “Crossroads Band” will be live and on stage in the Entertainment tent. Chris Overholt is the fair director in charge of free entertainment for the week and invites everyone to enjoy the music of the 50’s and 60’s with Crossroads from 7:00-10:00 p.m. Put on your poodle skirt and saddle shoes, and come on out for an evening of fun as you dance away the evening.
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Rockford Chamber Golf Classic Planned The Rockford Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic is Sunday, August 29th at Deerfield Golf Course. Ten teams have signed up, according to Bryan Sutton. The format will be a 4 man scramble. President Bryan Sutton reminds the public to sign-up a team by contacting Todd Henkle at 419-790-9292 or Bryan at 419-230-1337. Prize money will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. The proceeds from the Golf Outing will be used for the various
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Photo caption: Board of Education, Blackcreek Township, Mercer County, Ohio, check for $50.00, to Minnie Mott, for teaching from April 5 to June 11, 1897, for teaching 50 days.
OUR OLD BOOK CASE
By Joyce L. Alig, President, Mercer County Historical Society
“Blackcreek Township, west of Rockford, Ohio"
Minnie Mott may have been paid $50 for teaching for 50 days, but R.B. Morrison was paid $135 for teaching 60 days, three years earlier! April 12, 1894, the Blackcreek Twp. Board of Education paid R.B. Morrison $135.00 for teaching from December 29, 1893, to April 13, 1894, for 60 days.
Last May, I saw that a man from Brentwood, Tennessee, was selling old canceled checks from Blackcreek Township, over ebay. I ordered this facet of Blackcreek Township’s history. I will share with you an assortment of checks in 1920, 1936, and 1937.
In 1920, expenses were with road maintenance. June 5, J.F. Harb was paid $53.85 for roadwork. Clyde Harb was paid $6.60 for spreading stone. July 3, Wm. Hoverman was paid $6 and Joseph Huffman, $6.50 for roadwork; Clyde Harb, $43.40 for hauling and spreading stone. June 5, Chas Baker was paid $35 for ditching, and July 3, W. King, $7.75 for tile. June 5, Alfred Miller was paid $13.75 for repairing bridge and shoveling snow. July 3, Standard Oil Co. was paid $63.10 for gasoline, grease and oil tank. The 1920 Trustees were Otto Grotto, Jesse T. Sell, and Chas. E. White. Ralph Schock was Clerk.
February 1, 1936 the Trustees paid bills, including a $14.59 check to Berne Equity Exchange Co. for coal. (Perhaps this coal was used to heat the Township house when they were in session?) Eugene Vining, Burl Rumple, and Harold White were paid for shoveling snow. (I wonder if this was for clearing roads in February?) Clays market received $5.00 for groceries. Charles E. White received $25.75 for labor. Jesse Huston, George Huston and Roma G. Bollenbacher each received checks for Soldiers Relief. March 7, 1936, the Trustees paid bills, including a $14.44 check to Willshire Cooperate Co. for coal. The Trustees paid Rockford Stone Co., $23.23 for stone and hauling. Eugene Vining was paid for shoveling snow. The 1936 Trustees were J.H. Caffee, P.F. Schumm and J.E. Snyder. W.H. Lee was Clerk.
February 6, 1937, the Trustees paid Standard Oil Co. $16.50 for gasoline. Victor Bollenbacher was paid $38.40 for the Township portion of repair on Victor Bollenbacher Ditch. May 1, 1937 Geisler Hardware Co., was paid 65 cents for pipe and fittings. Dewey Carr was paid $40.60 for driving the truck. Dr. Lloyd M. Otis was paid $180.65 for operation and hospital expense. Rockford Stone Co. was paid $212.27 for stone and hauling. Standard Oil Co. was paid $23.93 for 165 gallons of gasoline. James Hays was paid $2.00 for 4 hours of Team Labor. (Would this have been for a team of horses in 1937?) June 5, 1938 Chester Carr, Calvin Carr, and Eugene Vining were paid for labor at Cemetery. Chas. Shope was paid for mowing Cemetery. W. Burgess was paid $25.00 for Memorial Day expenses. June 5, Gledhill Road Machine Co. was paid $8.00 for a set of shaper blades out of the Road and Bridge Fund. O.P. Spitler was paid $3.65 for repair on the Mower. John Regedanz was paid $1.25 for sharpening mower and $6.15 for blacksmithing repair. E.J. R. Implement Co. was paid $3.25 for shovels and oil. Rockford hardware Co. was paid $1.25 for a pair of pruning shears. Walter Avery was paid $1.25 for mower repair out of the Road and Bridge Fund. Dr. M. L. Downing was paid $25.00 for a fourth of the year for medical service. July 3, the County Auditor was paid $20.00 for the Soldiers Relief Refund.
[The Mercer County Historical Society
President Joyce Alig, may be contacted at 3054 Burk-St. Henry Road,
Saint Henry, OH 45883, or
histalig@bright.net
or 419-678-2614.]
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Rockford Revitalization Program Set for
August 31 @ 7 PM
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| The Rockford Village Council invites realtors, prospective homebuyers and residents to attend this informational meeting on what the Village has to offer to help the sales of homes, businesses, and lots in Rockford. We are committed to continually make Rockford a great place to live. We will cover the incentives we have to offer to help make purchasing or improving real estate in Rockford a good investment. We would also like to hear any comments or ideas that may help. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Discussion held on
Arts in the Park program for
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Pictured at left: Dick Shaffer (President) , accepting for the Village of Rockford – Chief Paul P. May III (Proud Eagles Member) |
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Recently it was found that Bleck
was losing weight, which led to the finding that he had apparently
ingested a foreign object. Surgery to correct the issue found that the
object had perforated his internal organs with such serious damage the
only alternative was to euthanize him. Bleck was trained in patrol
tactics as well as narcotics detection and tracking. The Mercer County Sheriff’s office wishes to extend its deepest sympathy to Deputy Fortkamp and his family. |
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Note to the Editor: Roger and Judy Dix would like to pass along "a great big thank you" to everyone who helped with the Sock Hop, Cruise-In and food on Saturday, August.14 at The Rockford Belle. We were able to come from Antwerp to enjoy the fun--It was great --Anyone who missed it sure missed a good time--It was hot but worth every minute-- Thanks again to everyone." |
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The Rockford
Belle has planned an exciting night of music set for August 21, 2010.
Three concerts will feature Trinity of Van Wert with show openers of the
event- Rockford’s own pianist, Yvonne Farmer and singer, songwriter Kimi
Holsapple of New Madison. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with the first concert
set to begin at 7:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend performances
at the facility located at 135 Market Street Rockford, Ohio. Seating is
limited and a free-will offering will be accepted.
The group is made up of
vocalists Gary Adams, Cheryl Burk, and Kim Mason, while Stan Burk or
Mark Hartman handles the sound. Throughout the history of the group a
wide variety of musical styles, ranging from contemporary and southern
gospel to spiritual and traditional hymns has been performed. Over the
last several years the group has turned their focus to a more Southern
Gospel style. Over the last decade, Trinity has had the privilege of
taking the stage with many Southern Gospel favorites and others who are
using their talents to share God’s word in song. More about Kimi Holsapple: Blessed to be traveling throughout the United States by land, air, and sea, Kimi continues to lift up the Name of Jesus Christ through song, in prayer that “all “ who hear will come to know Him. She has sung in many Gospel Groups from Quartet, Trio, Duet, and now as a Soloist for more than 27 years. She has 5 CD projects out now and is working on an all Hymn’s CD project to be released in 2011. She gives all the Glory, Honor, and Praise to God for every opportunity to sing and witness for the Lord. More about
Yvonne Farmer: Yvonne Farmer
has 50 years of experience in the music field in Ohio, Indiana, Texas,
Louisiana and Arizona; piano and
organ performances include solo work, accompanying many musicians,
playing in church services, weddings and funerals, choirs, various
ensembles, students associated with the church, and other musicians in
the community. She has had the privilege of holding positions such as
music director, organist, elementary music teacher, and when her family
blossomed - she became a mother and a teacher of music from home. She
has had the privilege of teaching some fine students over the years -
some of whom later accompanied school groups, played in bands, and have
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| Vantage Career Center Kicks Off a New School Year! | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Vantage Career Center 2010-2011 school year began on Monday, August 16th
for all new students. Currently, there are 465 students attending
Vantage. Junior and senior students come to Vantage from 13 area high
schools: Antwerp, Continental, Crestview, Delphos Jefferson, Delphos St.
Johns, Fort Jennings, Kalida, Lincolnview, Ottoville, Parkway, Paulding,
Van Wert and Wayne Trace. Students choose from 17 different
career-technical programs. Click here
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Leadership In Action Mercer County is accepting application for the 2010-2011 class. With input from community leaders, this program has been designed and developed by the Celina-Mercer County Chamber of Commerce. After studying other successful programs in Ohio, the Chamber has molded a program, which best fits, the needs of our community. The program consists of 10 full-day class sessions, which will be held one day per month from September through June. The program includes a graduation session. Sessions are normally held the third Thursday of each month from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Each session will focus on a topical area selected to represent key community issues and will be held at various community locations. During each session, participants are introduced to issues by means of panels, lectures, on-site visits, group discussions and simulations. In each case, the program is designed to address specific areas rather than vague concepts. Here is what 2010 class graduate, Carol Forsthoefel had to say. “Great learning experience, I would recommend to anyone involved in leadership roles. Wonderful opportunity to learn more about our community and how area businesses operate and grow. Also provided means of benchmarking and networking with area leaders.” Here is what 2010 class graduate, Doris Siefring has to say. “This leadership class has been such an enlightening experience. I’ve had a chance to learn about programs in Mercer County that I have heard about but never been involved with. I’ve enjoyed participating with the other members of this class. This has been a wonderful opportunity and I highly recommended this to future” For more information, contact the Celina Mercer County Chamber of Commerce at 419 586-2219 or visit www.celinamercer.com for a leadership brochure. Deadline for registration is August 20th.
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If implemented as enacted, Obamacare will
impose significant new Medicaid costs on states and constitute a major
federal usurpation of long-standing state authority in regulating
private insurance. This will be expensive and disruptive for those
Americans who rely on individual or employer-based insurance for their
health insurance. While some of the most expensive and disruptive
provisions of the massive legislation do not take effect until 2014,
other provisions are already going into effect.
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Local attorneys Judy Koesters and Kathy Speelman will be the presenters at the next Dine and Discover (DaD) Program sponsored by Mercer Health at Mercer County Community Hospital on Monday, August 30, beginning with a dinner at 5:00 pm. Their topic is “Estate Planning”. Both Koesters and Speelman have worked together at their practice in Coldwater, Ohio, for a number of years. They work closely with their clients to help them in planning their estates, both large and small. They will provide practical tips on how to go about planning an estate and discuss the benefits of early planning Also featured at this event will be the Medical, Educational and Development (MED) Foundation Development Director John Hoying. He will discuss the options in estate planning that can be set up through the MED Foundation. The Mercer Health DaD program began in September, 2007, and has continued to grow from there. This will be the sixteenth presentation in the series. This program is open to the public. Dinner will be served beginning at 5:00 p.m. with the presentation from 5:30 to 6:30. Reservations are required. Persons interested in attending are encouraged to call 419-678-5196. Reservations will be accepted long as there are spaces available. There is a $$7.50 fee per person for this event. It will be held at Mercer County Community Hospital, 800 West Main Street, Coldwater, Ohio, in Meeting Room 1. |
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mercer Auglaize and Van Wert Counties held its 15th annual Golf for Kids’ Sake on Friday, July 23, 2010 at the Mercer County Elks golf course. The event was a shot gun start at 12:00 noon. The day included a box lunch donated by McKirnan Brothers, dinner buffet, prizes, a chance at a $10,000 hole in one prize and lots of fun. There were three first place teams. The first place men’s team was Chris Rindler, Jay Rindler, Scott Laguire, and Brent Homan sponsored by Rindler Poultry. The first place women’s team was Treva Fortkamp, Karen Gels, Deb Kramer, and Joyce Gerlach. The first place mixed team was Roger Salisbury, Becky Salisbury, Mandy Looser, and DJ Dull sponsored by The Marsh Foundation. In addition, individual awards were given out for closest to the pin (Steve Dwenger), women’s longest drive (Amy Burke), men’s longest drive 55 & under (Team Schwieterman), men’s longest drive 55 & older (Tom Griner Team II), and longest putt (Jack Romer). Grand Lake Eye Care sponsored holes with various hole-in-one prizes. There was a 50/50 drawing and numerous raffle prizes donated by local businesses. The prize packages were valued between $150-$250, and they included items such as overnight stays at hotels in Columbus, Dayton, and Sandusky, Dayton Dragons Tickets, gift certificates to various attractions in the Lake Erie area, and more. We would like to give a special thanks to the local business that participated in our event as hole sponsors, cart sponsors, or team sponsors. In addition, we would like to thank Cooper Farms, Setex, and Katterhenry Investment Group for being Silver Level Sponsors at the event. Finally, Big Brothers Big Sisters would like to thank all of the golfers and volunteers that made this event a great success. |
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The YWCA of Van Wert County is now accepting registration for their fall youth gymnastics program. The fall session begins the week of September 6 and runs through the first week of December. Classes are held every week at the following times: Preschool Class (ages 3-5) Thursday 5:30-6:00pm. $25 per month fee. Beginner 1 Class (ages 5-8) Thursday 4:00-4:45 pm. $35 per month fee. Beginner 2 Class (ages 8 & over) Thursday 4:45-5:30pm. $35 per month fee. Intermediate Class (invitation only) Thursday 6:00-7:00pm. $40 per month fee. Tumbling Class (all ages) Wednesday 4:00-4:45pm. $30 per month fee. Youth gymnastics is open to the public. No membership or registration fee is required. The YWCA also offers a complete range of land & water fitness classes and also swim lessons this session. For specifics inquire at 419-238-6639. General operating hours are Monday – Thursday 6:30am-8:00pm, Friday 6:30am-5:00pm. Saturday 7:30am -11:30 am. Closed Sunday. The YWCA is a United Way funded agency. For more information contact Danni Chiles, Program Director, at 419-238-6639 or visit our website at www.vanwertywca.com. |
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Memoirs Writing Course
Participants will be introduced to the
basic elements of memoir writing: how to define an engaging and credible
persona as the writer, how to focus and structure a memoir, how to
develop topics within that structure in order to sustain interest, and
how to make the writing consistent (and readable). Participants will be
given some constructive feedback on their writing by the instructor and
other participants. Registration is required and space is limited. The Memoirs Writing Course will meet the second Tuesday of each month from 7-8:30 p.m. at Wright State University Lake Campus, 7600 St. Rt. 703 in Celina, Ohio. The workshops are free. Class dates will be: September 14, October 12, November 9, December 14, January 11, February 8, March 8, April 12, May 10, and June 14.
Poetry Workshops
- Participants will be introduced to some of the elements of poetry
writing, provided with models for discussion, and given some
constructive feedback on their own work by the instructor and other
participants. The materials will be adjusted, as much as possible, to
the skill levels of the majority of the participants. Registration is
required and space is limited.
Poetry Workshops will meet
the first Tuesday of each month from 7-8:30 p.m. at Wright State
University Lake Campus 7600 St. Rt. 703 in Celina, Ohio. The workshops
are free. Class dates are: September 7, October 5, November 2, December
7, February 1, March 1, April 5, May 3, and June 7.
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The Van Wert County Fair opens on September 1. I hope to see you all there -- please stop and check out the Fine Art and Photography displays! Many local artists and photographers enter their work in these exhibits -- they are well worth looking at.
If you are a photographer, either amateur or professional, don’t forget that the Wassenberg Art Center’s 34th Annual Photography Exhibit is coming up in October. Entries for this show will be taken on September 11 and 12. For more detailed information visit our website at www.vanwert.com/wassenberg, where you can download a prospectus (rules and entry form) or call and leave your name and mailing address to get a prospectus by mail. |
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Rockford Recreation Co-Ed Flag Football Sign-Up Please complete the attached registration and medical form to register your child for the Rockford Recreation Association Fall Co-Ed Flag Football League to be played at Shanes Park, Saturdays this fall. Age groups are by school grade only. Boys and girls grades 2 thru 6 are eligible to play as long as you are a Parkway Student. SIGN UP WILL BE: Saturday August 21st, 2010 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Shanes Park Shelter House Contact Tom Lyons at 419-733-1388 for further information... Forms are available at The Peoples Bank Co. –
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Music Boosters Organize ~ Meet on August 24th There has been some confusion in the past as to who exactly is a Music Booster parent. It's simple: If you have a son or daughter in grades 7-12 and he or she participates in either band or choir, then you are considered to be a part of the Music Booster organization. Your help will be needed throughout the school year as we operate concession stands, make subs in the fall and burritos in the spring. Letters have been mailed out to Music Booster parents who have been scheduled to work in the football concession stand. Parents, if you receive one of these letters, you are asked to find the date that you work and mark it on your calendars. The schedule of workers will be posted on the Parkway Independent a few days before each home football game. In addition, reminder cards will be mailed out to those parents who are scheduled to work. Throughout the school year, the Music Boosters will meet on the 4th Tuesday of each month (except December) at 6:30. Meetings, which generally last about an hour, are open to all Music Booster parents and are a great way to offer your input and suggestions. If you have any questions about our first meeting or would like further information about the Parkway Music Boosters, please contact Deb Call, Music Booster President, at 419-733-1008. |
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YWCA FALL FITNESS CLASSES TO BEGIN SOON
The YWCA of Van Wert County will be beginning their fall session fitness classes on August 30. This eight week session runs through October 23. Land Fitness Classes being offered include: Zumba: This class fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program. The classes are a blast of calorie-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate participates. Offered: Monday & Wednesday at 7-8pm Cardio Variety: Do you need an upbeat class with music that makes you want to move your feet? Variety is the key to beat boredom. Sometimes it’s step aerobics and sometimes its boot camp! We cover a variety of cardio workouts in this class. Offered: Monday & Wednesday 6-7pm and Tuesday & Thursday from 6-7pm. Yoga: Show yourself a little compassion. Stretch and tone your way to a stronger, more relaxed you. Be calm and clear your mind. Offered: Tuesday and Thursday 7-8pm. Fuzion: Join us for a toning class that includes the best of Pilates and Yoga fuzed into one awesome workout. Shape your body to be long, lean, and flexible. Offered: Tuesday and Thursday from 7-8pm. The YWCA also offers a complete range of water fitness classes, swim lessons and also a youth gymnastic program this session. All land and water classes are free for Health Center Plus members. Non-members are welcome to participate for a fee of $50 for 16 classes. Swim lesson and gymnastics fees vary. For specifics inquire at 419-238-6639. YWCA FALL WATER FITNESS CLASSES TO BEGIN SOON The YWCA of Van Wert County will be beginning their fall session water fitness classes on August 30. This eight week session runs through October 23. Water Fitness Classes being offered include: POW (Pounds Off in Water): Enjoy aerobes without the heavy impact of your joints. The resistance of the water is constantly working your entire body. Offered: Monday, Wednesday & Friday morning from 8:45am-9:30am. Monday & Wednesday evening from 5:15-6:00pm. Hyrdo Fit (Deep Water Aerobics): Suitable for swimmers of any age and body type. Working with weights and noodles in deep water is a great workout without any impact on joints. Monday, Wednesday & Friday morning from 7:45-8:15am. Splash: Get a great workout while having fun. Use different types of exercise, for a full body workout and meet all your body’s needs. Offered: Monday, Wednesday & Friday morning from 10:00-10:45am. Aquacise: This low impact class is a blast in the morning. Get a great workout at your own pace. Offered: Tuesday & Thursday morning from 9:45-10:30am. Joint Effort: The Arthritis Foundation has approved this water class to help loosen those sore and aching joints. Offered: Monday & Wednesday evening from 4:00-4:45pm. Tuesday & Thursday morning from 8:30-9:15am. Deep Lap Swim: This is time for the swimmers among us to swim laps. Offered: Monday- Friday morning from 6:50-7:45am.
The YWCA also offers a complete range of land fitness classes, swim lessons and also a youth gymnastic program this session. All land and water classes are free for Health Center Plus members. Non-members are welcome to participate for a fee of $50 for 16 classes. Swim lesson & gymnastic fees vary. For specifics inquire at 419-238-6639.
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Chamber Business After Hours The Celina Mercer County Chamber of Commerce, Faber & Associates, and McDonalds Restaurants cordially invite Chamber members and local business people to attend their upcoming Business After Hours. This is scheduled for Thursday, August 26th from 5pm to 7 pm at their newly remodeled offices. These offices are located at 7706 State Route 703 (next to Wright State Lake Campus) in Celina. After months of renovations, they are proud to show off the newly updated offices and training center. |
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FAIR DIRECTOR PETITIONS AVAILABLE Positions for Van Wert County Fair Director from the City of Van Wert, The Villages of Van Wert County (to include Delphos), Willshire Township, Ridge Township and Harrison Township are to be elected at the 2010 fair by members of the Agricultural Society. Persons desiring to run for a Fair Board Director position who reside in those areas may obtain a petition at the Van Wert County Fair Office by speaking with Paul Oechsle, Fair Manager. |
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Van Wert Hosts Youth Jamboree The Van Wert Youth Football Association are hosts to this year's Western Ohio Youth Football League Jamboree. Teams from Crestview, Elida, Parkway and Van Wert will scrimmage Saturday morning, August 21 at the Van Wert High School practice fields located behind the Van Wert High School/Middle School campus. The morning starts with a coaches meeting at 8:30 followed by player weigh ins at 9. The scrimmages will begin following weigh ins. Three fields will run simultaneously with Varsity on one half, JV on the other. Parents are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. The VWYF association will have a concession stand with Chicken Sandwiches (chicken donated by Cooper Foods), hotdogs, nachos, drinks and other items for sale to help with costs associated with the championship awards. Pizza will also be available after 11:00 a.m. For more information visit the website at www.vwfootball.com. Come out and watch your Little Cougars as they take the field for the Saturday morning scrimmage! |
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Hailey and Makenzie Stephenson Donate
Their Hair to Other Children Hailey
and Makenzie Stephenson donated a total of 20 inches of hair to Locks of
Love for another child or children to have hair. Hair going to Locks of
Love is used for wigs for cancer patients.
Their hair was cut by Georgia at Atelier's in Celina. "This is the 3rd year for both girls to donate 10 inches each to the Locks of Love Foundation. We are so proud of them!!," wrote mom, Amanda Stephenson. |
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2010 American Legion Legion Legacy Run ~ Bob Maurer
Will Ride Again
Bob would appreciate any donation for him to present to the American Legion Nation. Leave it at the Rockford Library or click on the legion link below. Bob Maurer is registered for the 2010 American Legion Legion Legacy Run. As of August 1, 337 motorcycles and 70 passengers have registered for the event. 270 motorcycles and 60 passengers plan to ride the entire 1400 miles. Six of those riders are from the UK and 2 riders will travel from Hawaii to Indianapolis to participate in the event. Bob said, "We depart Indianapolis on Sunday, August 22nd and will travel through Kansas City, MO, Des Moines, IA , Albert Lea, MN, Stevens Point, WI and end up in Milwaukee on Thursday August 26th.
If you are interested, you can visit
www.legion.org/riders/legacy for more information. There is a
very good map of the entire route as well pictures for the 2008 and
2009 events."
Bob is also looking for donors for this trip. Recipients of the scholarships are surviving military children. "The American Legion Legacy Scholarship Fund was created to help ensure children who have lost a parent at war receive the education they need and deserve. The Legion Riders are among the fund's biggest donators, creating the annual Legacy Run in 2006. To date, almost $3 million has been contributed to the Legacy Fund. Of that, almost $1 million has come from the Legion Riders' Legacy Runs. The overall goal is to raise $20 million, to sustain the fund and fill the needs of those children. Thanks in part to the Legion Riders, the Legion has made a great start but still has a long way to go."
The Commander is
Clarence Hill, who is a native of Martins Ferry, Ohio.
"You can click of the website link for making donations or drop off
your donation to me at the Rockford Library", said Bob. "Thanks to
all who have helped support this worthy cause in the past!"
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Carwash to Benefit Cheerleading
The Parkway Cheerleaders are having a CAR WASH at the
SONIC Drive-in Celina on Saturday, August 21 from 2-4 PM (during their
Happy Hour). Anyone bringing their vehicles for a wash, will get a
coupon for Sonic.
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Parkway Men's Golf Off to Great
Start
Report and pictures by Pat Agler The
third place trophy that the Parkway men's golf team received last week
was nice, but the one they recieved on Tuesday was even better!
The Panthers shot a 327, one stroke better
than Celina to earn first place in the Mercer County
Invitational. Leading the way for the Parkway squad was freshman
Brian Schatzer with a 77, which was fifth best overall. Brad Shaffer
and Jordan Bollenbacher both shot an 81. Brandon Beeks fired an 88,
Chris Brazzle had a 91 and Corey Decker finished with a 94.
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Laura Buchanan Attends Youth Leadership Conference in California - Thanks Her sponsors
Collier Insurance Agency Shirley Huffman Parkway Local Schools First Bank of Berne His N Hers Liz Hensley Lowell & Elsie Beougher Ken & Georgette Knox John & Elaine Dull Donna & Larry Gibson Alvin & Helen Buchanan Tina & Mark Heitkamp Michael Gritton & Kim Lavergne Marsha & Steve Thompson Bob Thompson Ryan & Ashleigh Clay Lori Routt Barb Hoersten Ed & Karen Long Chatt Bar Brant Construction Roland & Fran Miller Peggy Williams Nikki Fox Katie Conrad Estate(Ada Steiner) Diana and Rusty Sill Ann Kesler Donald Johnson Attorney at Law St.Marys Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep Inc. J&J Butler Don & Rose Caffee John & Rickie Gamble D&L Classic Woodworking Chuck Samples General Contractor, Inc. Adams Memorial Hospital Kate & Clarence Hamrick Charles & Ruth White Phillip and the late Helen White Jeff and Jackie Caffee Robert Ransbottom Card Mart, Celina Toni Lautzenheiser Karen and Jim Schumm Susan & Richard Sherrick Adams Memorial Hospital Laboratory Willshire Drive-In Van Wert Co. Junior Leaders 4-H Club Gary & Deb Hamrick Jan & John Myers Barbara Wiessner Cheryl Hamrick Zurcher Tire Inc. Belna Petroleum Inc. Jud & Delores Passwaters Lynette Hirschy Chatt Insurance Center Inc. Citizens National Bank Ketcham Ripley Funeral Home CAPT Brookside Dairy Leota Braun Charitable Foundation Those who prayed for me.
While attending, I learned to achieve and be a better leader using core values such as respect, volunteerism and integrity. I truly appreciated the opportunity that I was given and would love to tell you about my experiences. Feel free to email me at lauren_lynn2012@yahoo.com or call 419-605-2333 anytime.
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Garage Sale at Colonial Nursing
Colonial Nursing Center in Rockford is having a garage sale to benefit the Activity Dept. The sale is on Friday and Saturday August 27th & 28th from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm both days at their facility on 201 Buckeye Street.
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Willshire Youth Activities Reports
Events The Willshire Youth Activities is getting ready to start on its memorial brick path and flag pole project. Many bricks have been purchased to date, but if you have not purchased yours yet there is still time to do so. We are selling bricks that can be purchased individually, in honor or memory of someone or by an organization. The Willshire Youth Activities held their end of the year picnic at the Willshire Park on August 8th. A meal was enjoyed by all who attended and awards were given to all the ball players. The WYA Raffle winners were drawn at the picnic. The winners are as follows: 47“ flat screen TV was Brandon Miller of Van Wert, Ohio, $200.00 cash was Dan Smith of Decatur, Indiana and the $100.00 cash was Lydia Miller of Willshire, Ohio. We would like to thank all the coaches, sponsors, present and past board members and the many volunteers who help through out the year. |
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Jordan Thompson, Starting Ohio University Bobcat, Visits Parkway Youth Football J Jordan told them about his years of determination on the Parkway youth football team which comprises boys in the 3rd through 6th grade from Willshire, Mendon and Rockford. The boys have been watching Jordan climb the ladder of football success, and some of them have even been fortunate enough to take a trip to Athens, Ohio to watch a Bobcat game where he is the starting tight end. Jordan always participated in the Punt Pass and Kick competition as a goal for conditioning and training. He explained to the boys about the meaning of sportsmanship, and the special relationship of belonging to a team. He praised them for the preparation they were doing each day and reminded them that he had to work to build himself up to where he is now. Each year he took training more seriously to the point now that he has a workout everyday.
Jordan is a 2008 graduate of Parkway and the son of Kay and Alan Brandt and the late Roy Thompson III. He is also the grandson of Roy and Mona Thompson. Pat Agler and Nikki Fox were there to shoot the action. Thank you for sharing! John Shaffer, head coach said there are 2 teams, JV (3rd and 4th graders) and Varsity (5 & 6th). They play in a league with Elida (3 teams) Van Wert (3 teams) and Crestview (1 team). Their first game is August 29th. JV coaches are: Tim Metz, Paul May, Aaron Sutter, Mike Hawk, Brian Etzcorn and Sam Albright. Varsity coaches are: Bryan Schoenleben, Curt Riley, Jason Baltzell, Bill Huff, Monte Gibbons and Andrew Peel.
Pictures below by Pat Agler - Thanks Pat!
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Rockford Winterfest Committee to Meet The Rockford Winterfest Committee will meet on Thursday, AUGUST 19TH, at noon at Brenda Barker’s His ‘n Hers Styling Salon in downtown Rockford. They remind the community that planning is underway for the THE 2010 ROCKFORD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WINTERFEST to be held on Saturday, December 11, 2010, and it will be a late afternoon and evening event. Please watch the Parkway Independent for full details coming later. Mark your calendars now!Rockford Library Beautification Project Set The Rockford Chamber of Commerce members have planned a landscaping project/cleanup at the library on Tuesday, August 24, 2010 at 6 pm. Members and any volunteers, who would like to get a little community service time in, should come prepared with gloves, hand trimmer, edging shovel or rake . . . anything to make the job easier. The chamber will be getting mulch from A & A Greenhouse and doing some mulching as well as trimming, etc. Please come out and help if you can . . . it would be appreciated. Contact Dan Henkle at 419-363-3292. |
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I would like to thank the many people, businesses and
organizations that helped with Operation Backpack 2010.
With your help, we were able to get 125 backpacks
full of supplies for Parkway area students. This was our fifth year
doing the drive. Donors were Angie Grunden, Girls Scout Troop
20504*,Jennifer Miller, VFW #5713, Steve Mox*, Sam Jackson*, Karen
Schumm, Gehle Transport*, Chatt Elevator*, Picket Fence Flowers and
Gifts*, DJ Auto*, Nikki Fox Photography*, Peoples Bank*, Sandy
Schaffner*, Photo Star*, Subway*, Ketcham Ripley Funeral Home*,
Fremont Company*, His & Hers Salon*, Henkle Insurance*, Jessica
Yoder, Chatt insurance*, Chatt Bar*, Frankie Jo's*, Sons of the
Legion #508*, Zion Sunday School*, and Deb Gibson*. The * indicates
returning donors. Special Thanks to the Parkway Independent for
advertising and keeping my post updated!!! Thanks Sheila and
Stacie!! Living in a small community is a blessing. Without the help
and support of the community, this would not have been possible.
Thank you so much!!! Amy Noll
I still have a few backpacks left if someone is
in need, please email me at aammy8@hotmail.com , using backpacks as
the subject. Feel free to call and leave a message at 419 953 8761.
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| The next meeting of the Shanes Crossing Historical Society will be held on Thursday, August 26, at 7:30 pm, at the museum on East Columbia Street. At this meeting we will begin discussing plans for the Rockford Bicentennial Celebration in 2020. We want to begin talking and sharing ideas of events you would like to see take place during this grand celebration. We are inviting everyone who would like to learn more history of Rockford and those who know a lot of history. If you cannot attend this meeting, but have ideas you would like to share, you can contact Norm Van Tilburg at: schs@rockfordohio.org, or by calling 419-363-2998. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
On
Sunday afternoon, August 8, 2010, eight piano students of Roberta LePage
presented various musical selections in their Annual Recital, for over
50 of their family and friends at the New Horizon's Church. Mrs. LePage
is extremely thankful to have such a wonderful group of students and
parents to work with! If you are interested in joining this group,
contact Mrs. LePage at 419-363-3614. In the next few weeks we will be
setting up our new lesson schedule. Lessons will resume after the first
of September.
In the picture, from left to right
are: Sarah Fairchild, Madalyn Heindel, Roberta LePage, Clair
Armstrong, Faith Rollins, Seth Rollins, Matt Gaerke, Madison Meyer,
and Clare Krogman
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Love you
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Rockford Recreation Co-Ed Flag Football Sign-Up Please complete the attached registration and medical form to register your child for the Rockford Recreation Association Fall Co-Ed Flag Football League to be played at Shanes Park, Saturdays this fall. Age groups are by school grade only. Boys and girls grades 2 thru 6 are eligible to play as long as you are a Parkway Student. SIGN UP WILL BE: Saturday August 21st, 2010 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Shanes Park Shelter House Contact Tom Lyons at 419-733-1388 for further information... Forms are available at The Peoples Bank Co. –
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The Rockford
Belle has planned an exciting night of music set for August 21, 2010.
Three concerts will feature Trinity of Van Wert with show openers of the
event- Rockford’s own pianist, Yvonne Farmer and singer, songwriter Kimi
Holsapple of New Madison. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with the first concert
set to begin at 7:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend performances
at the facility located at 135 Market Street Rockford, Ohio. Seating is
limited and a free-will offering will be accepted.
The group is made up of
vocalists Gary Adams, Cheryl Burk, and Kim Mason, while Stan Burk or
Mark Hartman handles the sound. Throughout the history of the group a
wide variety of musical styles, ranging from contemporary and southern
gospel to spiritual and traditional hymns has been performed. Over the
last several years the group has turned their focus to a more Southern
Gospel style. Over the last decade, Trinity has had the privilege of
taking the stage with many Southern Gospel favorites and others who are
using their talents to share God’s word in song. More about Kimi Holsapple: Blessed to be traveling throughout the United States by land, air, and sea, Kimi continues to lift up the Name of Jesus Christ through song, in prayer that “all “ who hear will come to know Him. She has sung in many Gospel Groups from Quartet, Trio, Duet, and now as a Soloist for more than 27 years. She has 5 CD projects out now and is working on an all Hymn’s CD project to be released in 2011. She gives all the Glory, Honor, and Praise to God for every opportunity to sing and witness for the Lord. More about
Yvonne Farmer: Yvonne Farmer
has 50 years of experience in the music field in Ohio, Indiana, Texas,
Louisiana and Arizona;�piano and
organ performances include solo work, accompanying many musicians,
playing in church services, weddings and funerals, choirs, various
ensembles, students associated with the church, and other musicians in
the community. She has had the privilege of holding positions such as
music director, organist, elementary music teacher, and when her family
blossomed - she became a mother and a teacher of music from home. She
has had the privilege of teaching some fine students over the years -
some of whom later accompanied school groups, played in bands, and have
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Van Wert County Hospital Lady Board of Managers Honored
They recently honored 10 of their
members. Nine volunteers are age 90 and older, ranging in ages from
90-99. Also honored that afternoon was Ms. Velma Hirsch who has been a
member of the “Sewing Ladies” since 1961.
In the period before 1900,
doctors practiced medicine in their own offices which consisted of a
small reception room and a combination examination and operating room.
Babies were delivered in the home, because we had no hospitals in our
small communities.
Dr. C. A. Files conceived the
idea of building an office and small hospital combined. Such a building
was completed in 1911 and located on Currently, the Lady Board of Managers, also known as the “Sewing Ladies”, is made up of ladies from Van Wert City and County that meet on Tuesday mornings at the Hospital with a common interest in sewing and volunteering. The purpose of this group is to assist in the sewing of new article and mending items at the Van Wert County Hospital. In 2009, the group volunteered a total of 870 hours, sewing 1,248 new articles and mending 222 items. |
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| The congregation of Rockford United Methodist is inviting everyone to join us in worship beginning Sunday, August 15 for a nine part series examining Biblical truths and values to guide our lives. Pastor Thurlow 'Chip' Steffy will be speaking on topics such as 'The Work of Faith', 'Listening to God', 'Talking with God', and 'Walking with God'. Two worship services are offered. The more Traditional Service, featuring hymns, organ and piano starts at 8:30 am. A more Contemporary Service, with vocalists and instrumentalists, starts at 10:30am. Sunday School classes are offered for all ages, and begins at 9:30 am. Rockford United Methodist Church is located at the corner of Franklin and Pearl streets, directly behind the village's firehouse. Please join us as we learn to let our life speak of our faith. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The preschool is accepting applications for the fall. Call 567-259-3103 and leave a message or stop by the church office from 9:00 - 4:00 Monday-Thursday and 9:00 - 1:00 on Friday and pick up forms. You may also go on line to pick up forms. Go to calvaryelife.org, go under ministries and select preschool. |
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Rockford Recreation Co-Ed Flag Football Sign-Up Please complete the attached registration and medical form to register your child for the Rockford Recreation Association Fall Co-Ed Flag Football League to be played at Shanes Park, Saturdays this fall. Age groups are by school grade only. Boys and girls grades 2 thru 6 are eligible to play as long as you are a Parkway Student. SIGN UP WILL BE: Saturday August 21st, 2010 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Shanes Park Shelter House Contact Tom Lyons at 419-733-1388 for further information... Forms are available at The Peoples Bank Co. –
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Willshire Graduate will Throw First Pitch
The Wrenway Park Wiffleball Warehouse is proud to announce that Barb "Pearl" Hunnicut, will be throwing out the first pitch at this years tournament. The action begins on Friday night, August 20th, at 5:50 p.m.
Pearl has been serving patrons at the Wren Bar
for over 20 years. After graduating from Willshire, she worked for
30 years at GE in Decatur, Indiana. She was married to Jessie for
29 1/2 years and is the mother to one son, Tim. Pearl's hobbies
include crocheting, knitting and she says she used to be quiet the
fisher woman. She states she is excited to throw out the first pitch
and enjoys all the talk about the tournament. Tournament officials
ask you to join us in thanking Pearl for being such a huge part of
the 19th Annual Wrenway Park Wiffleball tournament, part of the Wren
Homecoming.
Community Band to Entertain at
Wren Homecoming
Stick around after the parade, at the Wren
Homecoming, and you will enjoy the entertainment
of the Van Wert Area Community Concert Band who will
be performing at the Wrenway Park Wiffleball Warehouse field at
approximately 5:05 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 21st.
The VW Area Community Concert Band is
directed by Richard Sherrick ( former Parkway Local Band
Director ) . The concert band
provides the opportunity for amateur musicians to enjoy once
again, the pleasure of playing in a band. The membership of the
band represents a broad spectrum of backgrounds including
nurses, schoolteachers, computer technicians, morticians,
housewives, students and senior citizens. The band has a strong
sense of community purpose and provides musical entertainment at
civic, charitable and community events.
The Village of Wren
and the tourney committee thanks the band and welcomes
them our Homecoming festivities.
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Ready . . . Set . . . Go! Calvary
Preschool Orientation
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![]() In Memory of Larry A. Baltzell October 23, 1950 – August 17, 2008
“He
was our North, our South, our East and West,
Adapted from the poem Funeral Blues by W.H. Auden
Sadly Missed by Your Family
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2010 Parkway Graduate Competes and Excels at National and
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Rockford and Mendon to Receive Federal Grant Money for
Water Lines The Mercer County Economic Development Office reports that Rockford has been awarded $390,000 and Mendon $483,000 in federal grant money fpr water lines they intend to install within the respective villages. These monies will not pay for the entire village projects (Rockford’s total $985,000 and Mendon’s $1.21 million), and the villages will be responsible for the balances. |
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Parkway High School Football Fundraiser Support PARKWAY’s 2010 FOOTBALL season and a local business- BARRYS’ MARKET - 103 Bridge Street Rockford Ohio Parkway football members and trainers will be selling $25.00 gift certificates good for purchases made to Barrys’ Market in Rockford Ohio. Since everyone buys groceries and Barrys’ offers the best service and meats in the area, who can lose? Be on the lookout for these certificates and when you stop in at Barry’s to redeem them thank them for their generous support of the Parkway Football organization. Good Luck with the 2010 football season! |
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Grand Jury Arraignments and Other Criminal Hearings Nine individuals indicted by the recent session of the Van Wert County Grand Jury were arraigned Wednesday morning before Judge Charles D. Steele. - Click Here |
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Top 10 Outstanding Senior Graduates From The Ohio State
University Katie
King recently graduated Summa Cum Laude with Honors Research Distinction
in Agribusiness and Applied Economics from The Ohio State University in
Columbus. Katie was recognized as one of the Top 10 Outstanding
Seniors within the College of Food, Agriculture, and Environmental
Sciences. Katie has accepted a position as a Grain Merchandiser with Consolidated Grain and Barge in Mt. Vernon, Indiana. She is the daughter of Mike and Ann King of Rockford OH and a 2006 Parkway graduate. |
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Writer’s Club Members Write Query or Cover letters for July Meeting A three-session program about writing query or cover letters culminated at the July meeting of the Stateline Writer’s Club, when members read their letters created to be sent with an article written for submission for publication to a magazine or other type of media. The assignment for August is to write about some summer activity or special vacation members had experienced when growing up. Stateline’s next meeting will be on the 21st of August. Meetings are regularly held on the 3rd Saturdays of each month at 10 a.m. at the Celina Mercer County Library. Interested persons are invited and encouraged to attend. Anyone having questions may call secretary Gretchen Bollenbacher at 419-363-2692. |
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The Van Wert Count Historical Society sponsored the 4th annual Antique tractor ride last Saturday; the first stop was Baker Built Products. 49 tractors pulled in at Bakers, they took a tour of all the products manufactured at the plant. They saw custom metal fabrications, welding and how the Air Deflectors work and how we make them. Bruce Baker, owner of Baker Built Air Wings Inc. showed 20 of the 30 tractors he has rebuilt as a hobby. The Baker Built Companies would like to thank everyone for stopping by! |
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Grand Lake Patriots, Busy Month and “America’s Christian Heritage,” Part 3 The Grand Lake Patriots' next meeting is set for this Thursday, August 12, at 7:00 P.M. in the former JC Penney Building on N. Main Street in Celina. Featured speaker will be Pastor Doyle Fledderjohann, who will deliver Part 3 of his program series relating to the Christian heritage of our nation. Pastor Fledderjohann will be using a Power Point presentation by Dr. David Barton, renowned Christian historian, textbook authority, and founder and president of Wallbuilders, a national pro-family organization. Adults and children 4th grade and up are invited to attend this informative presentation. Participants will need to bring along a lawn chair or folding chair. The former JC Penney Building is handicapped accessible, and plenty of parking space is available. The Grand Lake Patriots have sponsored parade entries, a local rally, and a garage sale in the past month and will be sponsoring a booth at the Mercer County Fair. Some Patriot members will be attending the August 28 Glenn Beck rally in Washington, D.C., and others will be traveling to Washington, D.C. September 12 for the “9-12” Rally. For further information regarding Thursday’s upcoming meeting, or for information about any of the above events, contact Elaine Hackett, GLP Communications Chairperson, at grandlakepatriots@gmail.com or phone 419-268-2355.
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CALL Food Pantry Seeking Donations Currently, $8,682 has been raised toward the goal of $25,000 with a “matching fund” by an anonymous donor. Checks should be made payable to “CALL Food Pantry” with reference to the Back Pack Program. The address to send your check: CALL Food Pantries
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Rockford Chamber to Meet The Rockford Chamber's monthly meeting will be Thursday August 12th at 7:30 AM at the Village Hall. Breakfast is available for $6.00, so contact Angie Dietrich by phone at 419-363-2186 or e-mail at peachandangie@watchtv.net for a breakfast reservation. Rockford Chamber Golf Classic Planned |
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![]() Pabis Takes Blue Ribbon in Jump Stephanie Pabis, 15, of Rehoboth, Massachusetts, placed first in an equestrian competition at the Mystic Valley Hunt Club in Gales Ferry, Connecticut on Saturday, August 8, 2010. She earned the blue ribbon riding Esperanza in the Knee High Jumper Class. Stephanie has been trained by Regina Skorohod-Welch for eight years and has competed against other English riders throughout the Northeast. She is the granddaughter of Virginia Wood of Celina, Ohio and the niece of Sheila Baltzell. Her parents are Mr. And Mrs. Paul Pabis (Holly Patrice Wood) of Rehoboth, MA. |
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Mercer County Blood Drives Friday, Aug 13 from 2 pm- 6 pm at the Mercer County Fairgrounds Monday, Aug. 16, from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Montezuma United Methodist Church, Montezuma. Wednesday, Aug. 18, from 12:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. at Celina Manor, Celina. Thursday, Aug. 19, from 12:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. at New Horizons Community Church, Rockford. Saturday, Aug. 21, from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. at Ft Recovery Ambassador Park Monday, Aug. 23, from 12 noon until 6 p.m. at the American Legion in Coldwater. Monday, Aug. 23, from 12 noon until 6 p.m. at Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, Fort Recovery. Thursday, Aug. 26, from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Mt. Tabor Church of God in Celina.
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The new treatment
plant has been producing water for over a week now. End of project
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PARKWAY BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING AGENDA FOR AUGUST 10, 2010 -
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THE FOLLOWING GAMES HAVE BEEN CANCELLED FOR THIS FALL DUE TO OUR OPPONENTS NOT HAVING A TEAM. FRESHMEN VOLLEYBALL
8-31-10 MINSTER
AT HOME FRESHMEN FOOTBALL
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Parkway Holds
Sportswear Sale If you miss us at Back to School Night, be sure and look for us at the ADA Scrimmage on Saturday, August 14 at 10 a.m. We hope to see you there! |
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How many times have you heard “There is nothing for kids to do in Rockford” – Well YOU can help change that by supporting ARTS IN THE PARKS next summer. ARTS IN THE PARKS is a major program of ARTS PLACE since 1977. The program introduces young people to a variety of visual and performing arts activities. Examples of classes Music – maybe guitar lessons, Outer Space Camps, Dance Camps, Theatre Camps, Pottery, Pinatas, and basket weaving to name a few. We would support and promote ARTS IN THE PARKS and they take care of the day to day activities throughout the summer at our own Shane’s Park. Of course, we need YOUR help to bring this opportunity to Rockford youth next summer. We need parents, grandparents, teachers, businesses, churches and civic organizations to get involved in supporting and promoting this event. When we invest in our children – we are investing in their future and our community future as well. Please contact Sandy Schaffner at 419-363-3872 or Lisa Kuhn at the Village Office @ 419-363-3032 ext 1 if you are interested in helping make ARTS IN THE PARKS successful next summer. You can find out more information about ARTS PLACE at www.artsland.org. |
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Let’s Go to the Hop!
Sock Hop and Cruise-In
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Mark your calendars for August 14th and come out to The Rockford Belle to enjoy this fun-filled evening- sure to please all ages. Events held at The Rockford Belle are open to the public. A free-will offering will be accepted and appreciated. For more information, you may contact Tom Rogers at 567-644-9993. |
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Celebrate Mercer County Chamber of
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Sunday, August 15th is Celina Mercer County of Chamber of Commerce day at the Mercer County Fair harness races. Free tickets will be handed out to all who attend the races for door prizes. Prizes will include chamber of commerce gift certificates, t shirts, big screen TV and much more. The Chamber of Commerce will also have a booth in the commercial building. Don’t miss the fun! See you at the fair! |
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25th Annual FISH FRY at Otterbein St. Marys Retirement Living Community Saturday, August 21st from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. A day of family fun everyone can enjoy! Enjoy delicious Fish dinners, complimentary cotton candy & snowcones, the Spencerville VFW Clown Unit, campus tours, rides on the Freedom Train, silent auction, basket raffle, and craft & bake sale. This years entertainment will be from Piano & Sax Duet-Scott Oglesbee & Jerry Steineke and the steel drum sound of "PANTASIA." For details call 419-394-2366. |
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SIDNEY, OH - Catholic Social Services of the Miami Valley, in collaboration with the Senior Center of Sidney-Shelby County and the Western Ohio Volunteer Lawyers Project, will present the “Elder Law Workshop” on August 25 at 10 a.m. at the Senior Center of Sidney –Shelby County, 304 Southwest Ave. in Sidney. The free program will include a presentation by Joseph Mattera, Attorney at Law with the firm of Pickrel, Schaffer & Ebeling Law Office. Volunteer lawyers, along with Attorney Mattera will also be available to privately answer questions to assist seniors and their families. The workshop will cover the importance of Living Wills, Durable Power of Attorney vs Power of Attorney, Wills, Medicare, Medicaid and insurance issues. Participants are encouraged to bring documents or specific information to discuss during the one on one sessions with legal advisors. Pro-Bono legal support may also be accessed and arranged for those who meet financial eligibility requirements. “The mission of Catholic Social Services is to help build and strengthen families of all faiths,” explains CSSMV Director Lucretia Vonderheide. “We are pleased to work with the Senior Center Sidney-Shelby County and the Western Ohio Volunteer Lawyers Project to help families understand the unique responsibilities and legal issues that impact seniors. Registration is required. For additional information and to register please contact Catholic Social Services at 937-498-4593 Ext. 1128. |
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For those who bleed
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Tickets for the home OSU football games are once again being sold to the highest bidder by the Van Wert County 4-H Endowment Board. Don’t miss the opportunity to support 4-H and the Buckeyes!Successful bidder for each game will receive 2 tickets. Sealed bids will be accepted until noon on Friday, August 6. Each game has a set minimum bid. Remember the portion of your bid above the ticket price is considered a charitable donation to the Van Wert County 4-H Enrichment fund. Bids may be submitted 1 of 4 ways: By Email: heather.gottke@gmail.com By Fax: 419.238.3276 By Mail: Ticket Bid c/o OSU Extension In Person: 1055 S. Washington Street, Van Wert, OH 45891 All bids should include: Game, Bid Amount, Contact Name, Phone Number or Email, Mailing Address, Game Minimum Bids
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WTLW TV, Channel 44, Your Hometown Family Station will hold its annual benefit auction on Saturday, September 11 on the studio grounds. Proceeds from the auction will assist the station in the production of its local programming including Whiz Quiz, Holiday Music Festival, Grace For Today and Specials. Businesses and individuals are asked to donate with suggested items being: timeshare weeks, tools, antiques, furniture and collectibles. WTLW TV is a non-profit community-oriented television station reaching 180,000 households throughout North West and West Central Ohio. For more information, contact Sheri Ketner at 419-339-4444. |
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At
Vantage, students can explore, experience, and excel in high school
while preparing for immediate employment and further education!To prepare for the upcoming school year, Vantage will hold two orientation meetings to welcome new students and their parents to the school. The first orientation meeting will be held on MONDAY, AUGUST 9TH at 7:30 p.m. This is designed for students who are enrolled in Ag Diesel Mechanics, Auto Body, Auto Technology, Building & Grounds Maintenance, Carpentry, Electricity, Industrial Mechanics, Precision Machining, and Welding. The second orientation meeting is set for TUESDAY, AUGUST 10TH at 7:30 p.m. and is for students in the following programs: Network Systems, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Interactive Media, Early Childhood Education, Health Technology, and Medical Office Management. Click here for the rest of the story. |
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Wesley United Methodist Church in Van Wert will hold
its Homecoming 2010 on Sunday, September 19, beginning at 9:30
a.m. Everyone -- the public, past members and current members
-- is invited to attend this special event. "We hope to see many of the
people who have attended Wesley Church over the years so we can enjoy
their company again," said a representative.
Biship Bruce Ough will be preaching and the Wesley Choir will present a musical proclamation. Former pastors will be invited to share memories of their time at the church. There will be a carry-in dinner after worship. The church is located at 551 Center Street (corner of Blaine and Center) in Van Wert, Ohio. Contact the church at 419.238.6216 or wesleychurch@embarqmail.com. Visit the website at www.wesleyvanwert.org. |
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The big yard sale has begun for the Wassenberg Art Center (643 S. Washington in Van Wert). Today we opened at 9 a.m. and ran our sale until 5 p.m. We’ll be open Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. as well. Our members and staff have donated everything from original art and collectibles to seasonal decorations, Barbie dolls, toys, and just about anything else you can imagine! We also have handpainted flowerpots, handmade purses, and other items created by members and staff. This is a super fundraiser for the art center, so we hope you will stop by and check out the “treasures” -- have fun, buy something and support the art center all at once! All funds raised go to support our activities, programs and exhibits. Just a reminder, our current display of work by IPFW graphic design students will be open through August 13, Tuesday through Sunday from 1-5 p.m. (closed Mondays). This show is sponsored by First Bank of Berne and we thank them for their support! |
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A delicious free breakfast will be prepared and served by the men of
Rockford United Methodist Church at Shanes Park on Sunday, August 8,
2010, starting at 9 am. Please join us as we dine in God's great
outdoors and enjoy His creation..
If schedules allow, please plan to stay for worship, which starts at 10 am. The morning will be a great fellowship and worship experience with music and a message from Pastor Chip Steffy.
While a breakfast and outdoor worship are a long-standing tradition
with the church, this year we're hoping to feed hungry people in the
community a hearty breakfast meal. Please bring your family, friends
and lawn chairs and join us for a Creation Celebration Sunday in the
Park.
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Parkway Middle School will hold its annual open house for all middle school students and parents on August 11, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Schedules for grades 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th will be mailed home by the end of the week of August 2nd. Any student not receiving a letter containing room assignments, scheduling, and general information should contact the middle school office. Parents and students may tour the middle school classrooms, pay book fees, meet with teachers and bus drivers, and put money on their lunch accounts in the cafeteria during the open house. For further information or questions contact Parkway Middle School at 419-363-3045. |
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It is no surprise that we are
still in a state of economic trouble and that thousands of Ohioans are
continuing to experience difficulties finding a job. I am hopeful that
things will turn for the better in the near future but in the mean time,
I want to continue to be of service to you and help in any way that I
can. Here are several phone numbers and websites that may be helpful to
you and your family. If you need further assistance or are having
difficulties getting through to someone, please do not hesitate to
contact my office.
County Departments of Job and
Family Services
Allen – (419) 228-2621
Auglaize – (419) 739-6505
Darke – (937) 548-4132
Mercer – (419) 586-5106
Preble – (937) 456-6205
County Child Support Enforcement
Agencies
Allen – 1-800-224-7133
Auglaize – 1-800-508-8817
Darke - 1-800-501-5635
Mercer - 1-800-207-3597
Preble - 1-800-413-5899
Office of Unemployment
Compensation
(614) 995-7066
To file online for unemployment
benefits, please visit:
Informational Websites
http://jfs.ohio.gov/factsheets/ChildCare.pdf
http://jfs.ohio.gov/factsheets/childsupport.pdf
http://jfs.ohio.gov/factsheets/ucregular.pdf
Please understand that these
agencies have been fielding a very large volume of calls recently. Your
inquiries will be attended to as quickly as possible. As always, if you
have any additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to
contact my office in
Ohio Public Employees Retirement
Systems (OPERS) is holding a series of meetings across the state
for members and retirees to discuss the recommended plan design
changes that their Board proposed to the Ohio Retirement Study Council
in November 2009. The next meetings that are still open to the public
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The 19th Annual Wrenway Park Wiffleball Warehouse tournament bracket was filled on August 1, 2010 at 5 p.m. An automatic entry was given to the 2009 tournament champions “Shotsys” (formerly known as 2A’s). The Roo Crew started the line 160 hours before sign up. “Gatorz”, “Dynasty”, “Slusher’s Jewelry”, “Parrish Farms”, “101 Auto Body”, and “MKS Siding”are some of the teams that made it in. Also filling out the bracket “Putman Stables”, “Hair to Stay”, “Lee Kinstle Bunnies”, “Pit Stop”, “River Rats”, “St. Luke’s”, “Whiffers” and “Angles”. Once again we are offering Luxury Box Seating during the Wiffleball Tournament. If you are interested please call Monica at 419.495.2752. The Little Miss Wiffleball Princess Pageant will be held on Friday, Aug. 20th at 7p. Email Payton at Payton.Davis@ymail.com or call her at 419-605-2486 for an entry form. The Wren Homecoming will be held August 19th, 20th and 21st . There will be a lot to do from Lawn Mower Drag Racing, Car Show, Pancake and Sausage Breakfast, Parade, Basket Bingo, Beverage Garden and more. Proving there is more than Wiffleball at the Wren Homecoming. That’s all the news for now. Your cub reporter, The Birdville Bandit. |
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Van Wert Civic Theatre is pleased to announce auditions for its season opener “The Battle of Shallowford” by Ed Simpson. Auditions will be held on Sunday and Monday, August 8 and 9 beginning at 7 pm each night at the theatre at 118 South Race Street in Van Wert. The show is set in 1938 at Burton Mock's general store in Shallowford, North Carolina. Burton’s teenage daughter, Ruthie, is trying to convince her father she can handle life outside the rural town of Shallowford, but her father would like her to stay close. As the night progresses, a host of colorful locals arrive at the store. These folks are only interested in local gossip until they turn on the radio and learn that the Martians have invaded! It is the night of Orson Welles' “War of the Worlds” radio drama! They fall hook, line and sinker for the broadcast and run out to do battle. The cast calls for six men of various ages, two high school age boys, and one female who is or looks like a teenager. Performances for the show will be September 23, 24, 25, 29, 30, and October 1 and 2 beginning at 8 pm; and a 2 pm matinee on September 26. Steve Lane, the director of the show, encourages actors with all experience levels to audition. All the roles are great parts. If you have questions or want to see a script, call Lane at 419-203-7469.
Auditions for the play The Battle of Shallowford For more information, call Director Steve Lane at 419-203-7469 |
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Roger &
Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! on sale in Van Wert
“A masterpiece” |
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Based on the play, Green Grow The Lilacs by Lynn Riggs, Oklahoma premiered on Broadway at the St. James Theatre in 1943. Running a marathon 2212 performances, it became the first real phenomena in Broadway history. Subsequently, the first National tour of Oklahoma! cris-crossed the USA for over 10 years, playing to an audience in excess of 10 million people. The 1955 film version garnered two Oscars. This groundbreaking musical has enjoyed a multitude of revivals and maintains its status as one of the most beloved shows in theatre history. The 2010 tour will be executive produced by Moonglow Productions and managed by Theatre Management Associates. The NPAC show is sponsored in part by The Times Bulletin and P&R Medical Connection. This all new production of the endearing classic goes on sale tomorrow, Tuesday, August 3 at noon at the NPAC box office. Bring the family and enjoy the musical experience
of Oklahoma! Tickets are $20 to $40 Tickets can be purchased online at
www.npacvw.org or at the box office Tuesday through Friday, noon to 4:00
pm by calling 419.238.NPAC (6722) or in person at 10700 SR 118 S., Van
Wert, Ohio. For more information about this and other great shows, visit
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Tuway Factory Team, A
Small Town Family Business Shipping Worldwide
The Koester Family of Michigan including Trudy Koester, president of Tuway American Group, along with her daughter, Barb Koester, human resource manager, and her son Doug Koester, proudly run the local manufacturing plant and stand behind the dedicated work of the company’s 34 unionized employees on the production floor with 6 additional managerial staff for a total of 40.
History Tuway has been in business in Rockford since 1940. Otto Schaefer, started the broom and mop factory in Detroit, Michigan in 1923 and moved it to Rockford, Ohio when he feared that a smaller venue would protect it against vulnerability during World War II. In 1956, two Detroit attorneys purchased the struggling business and kept it on its feet. Dana K. Griffin and John R. Wilson were instrumental in Tuway’s growth, said Trudy, who was a CPA working for the duo in Michigan for 20 years. Wilson was also a Certified Public Account with an aim for the financial growth of the company. Griffin had an eye for bringing new and varied products to the customer. It was Griffin who introduced the first flat mop in 1970 that is still a standard in the cleaning word today. Velcro attachment came along, too, to a newer frame and became the popular Zipline still produced today. Koesters Purchase In 1983, the team of Griffin and Wilson decided to retire, and proposed to sell Tuway, but wanted the plant kept in Rockford as part of the agreement. The men had a strong commitment to the managers and floor employees in the Rockford plant. The husband and wife team of Jim and Trudy Koester looked at their options and decided to buy the plant and continue in Rockford. Jim was a CPA and a former accounting student of John R. Wilson. The common ties were perfect and the deal was set in stone on May 4, 1983.
Under their team effort, great things happened for Tuway, They acquired the American Standard company from Chicago, IL which produced dust mops in 1985; acquired the American Textiles company from Baltimore, MD which manufactured a more varied line of wet mops than Tuway did, and Jim’s discovery, in Europe, of the microfiber cloth. Seeing this as the wave of the future, Jim introduced the microfiber to the Rockford plant and then moved the Baltimore plant to Rockford. The business was growing with diversity and, most importantly, busy with new orders. Trudy Continues the Dream Jim next tackled the problem of getting orders out in a timely manner. The plant was still set-up in a 1940’s mode of production. There were new and better ways, Jim knew, as he researched their options and eventually hired a consultant in 1997. He worked for a year, and made the suggestion, among others, of new machinery. Jim was just beginning to add machinery when he passed away in 1998. Trudy decided right after Jim’s death to continue with their dreams. She secured a loan from the Mercer County Revolving Loan Fund (and backed by village officials in Rockford) in order to buy-out a stock holder wanting to sell the company on the open market. “We are a family at Tuway; When I walk out on the floor, I know everyone by name. Tuway was meant to stay here, and I took necessary measures to do so,” said Trudy. She took over as the new president of the company, and moved ahead with placing the first of Jim’s new machines one month later. Their goal of improving efficiency was on the way to being realized as more automated machines followed. Changes are Good
Trudy and Jim’s daughter, Barb Koester, human resource manager, joined her mom in 1998, and their son Doug Koester became the vice-president of sales in 2002. Both have extensive manufacturing backgrounds, she in industrial organizational psychology, and he in automotive purchasing. Their qualifications suited the needs of the company very well. Barb produces their catalogs.
There was an addition of 10,000 square feet in 2003 bringing the total work and inventory space to 55,000. They added a Gerber water laser cutter for cutting a die through 10 layers of canvas at a time with keyholes, and a tufting machine witch attaches backing. Microfiber Popular and Green The new is old, says Trudy. "Going Green" is the latest catch-phrase, but here at Tuway, Jim had the jump on green cleaning products in 1991 when he introduced microfiber into our product line. Basically, microfiber cleaning materials are made for us in Asia, and we buy it to make our products. Polyester is milled till there are barbs on it, and the EPA, back then, said that the microfiber will get 97% of bacteria off a hard surface with only water. No chemicals! Tuway was going green, then." In November 2009, Trudy and her sales team re-introduced the microfiber, "GreenPlus" with a new sales initiative to “Go Green”. Her service team is charged with re-educating the end-user with pictures, service, education and quality as Tuway has the biggest and best line of microfiber products in the field today, according to Trudy.
Rockford is proud to have them listed among their successful businesses, one which has earned the Ohio Exporter of the Year Award in recent years.
Posted August 1, 2010 by Sheila Baltzell
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Annual Mission Trip Benefits Those Who Give and Those Who Receive Members of the Rockford United Methodist Church HSP (Henderson Settlement Project) Mission Team recently spent a week in Frakes, Kentucky, working for the Henderson Settlement. Teams from all over the country come to the settlement to stay for a week while working on local repair and building projects for those in need. During a year, approximately 3,000 work campers will take part in construction projects in and around Bell County, Kentucky. (For more information visit www.hendersonsettlement.com) The HSP mission team spent the year raising the funds in order to purchase the materials needed for their projects and to pay for their trip expenses. Twenty-five people, 15 adults and 10 youth, gave a week of their summer to replace siding on a home, as well as replace the roof as the heat index soared near 100 degrees each day. The appreciative residents of the home include a couple and their three grandsons. Many thanks to those in the church and in the community who have helped support this important mission work by participating in the various fundraisers. These included the annual Buckeye Candy Sales in November, a spaghetti meal before The Rockford Variety Show, as well as a Longaberger products sale in the spring. Monetary donations and offerings are given to the team, too. Along with the work the team does, they took a trailer filled with donations of clothes, appliances and other goods that were given to the settlement for distribution to people of the area. These generous donations were collected from people of the Rockford United Methodist Church and community members. Members of the 2010 HSP Mission Team are Angie Fisher (coordinator), Loren Shindeldecker (treasurer), Casey Nuttle, Dick and Rhonda Edgell, Chip and Janet Steffy, Randy and Nita Habegger, Taya Habegger, Karla Butler, Mallory Schumm, Eli Bowers, Ben Bowers, Craig Bills, Michael Nuttle, Rick Shindeldecker, Amanda Shindeldecker, Ryan Dull, Lori Likens, Jackie Fisher, Joy Lewis, Nikki Mescher, Dave Salway, and Bea Salway.
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Parkway Holds Sportswear Sale
Parkway
Panther Football Fans Show your Pride! The Sportswear Sale has been set in motion by the Parents Football Organization. Shopping ease is being offered where you can 1.) Choose your selections online http://www.ernstsports.com:80/parkway-football Samples for online purchases are available at the Parkway High School Office. Deadline for online purchasing is August 13, 2010. Call Jami Pontsler for any questions concerning these orders: 419-363-2298. 2.) Or make your purchases at the opening home games. Sportswear is available in sizes S-M-L-XL-XXL. Thank you to parents who attended the meeting on Wednesday. We had a nice turnout! For those of you that couldn't be there, we can really use your help. Please call Stacie Ford at 419-363-2947.
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Moving Sale, Saturday, August 7, 2010 8: 00 AM - 5:00 PM 202 East First Street Rockford OH 45882 Everything Must Go - Click here for a list of items. |
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Erin Winings Ends Four Years of College Golf at
University of Northwestern Ohio Erin
ended hercollege golf career at the UNOH event center in May 2010 at the
third annual athletic awards banquet. She was awarded the athletic
scholar award, the first and second team All Northwestern Conference
award and the prestigious Dr Jarvis Award for her Junior and Senior
year. She also holds the school record for lowest average, lowest nine
hole round, and the the lowest eighteen hole round of 77. Erin was also a first year player at Allegheny College in Pennsylvania. She will graduate in March with a BS in Medical Administration with an Associates in Medical Assisting. Congratulations, Erin! |
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Rockford Recreation – Weekly Raffle Winners (July)
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