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AGENDA-Board of Mercer County Commissioners

Minutes, Resolutions, and Correspondence ...9:30 a.m. *

Minutes: February 4, 2010 as submitted for approval.

Resolutions

Authorize drawing of a warrant for then and now certificates, if any.

Travel expense requests by Workforce Investment Act Agency.

Payment of prior fund advances made to ditch funds.

Requests by Job and Family Services to remove fax/copier from their inventory and sell via internet auction.

Contract with Wood County Juvenile Detention Center for housing of juveniles.

Contracts for bridge materials; United Precast’s contract is for $128,007; Rinker Material’s contract is for $16,785.92.

Related to Marion Township Sewer Improvement Project, enter into an agreement with Fanning/Howey for engineering services, award and enter into a contract with Tom’s Construction, and execute OWDA Cooperative Agreement and related loan documents.

Contract between Job and Family Services and Applied Psychological Services for psychological evaluation of client(s).

Resolution in support for the development of the Grand Lake St. Marys Restoration Initiative.

Correspondence

Authorize quarterly distribution of the county’s share in the amount $38,920.75 to OSU Extension.

Other general business at this time and throughout the day

First public hearing on CDBG Programs available to Mercer County ... 11:00 a.m.

* Time(s) are subject to change if inclement weather.

Mercer Health Foundation Awards “Friend of the Year”

The Mercer Health Volunteer Association received the first annual MED Foundation Friend of the Year Award. Shown accepting the award are (from left) Jaime Wright. Liz Weitzel, Mercer Health Chief Executive Officer Paula Detterman, Rita Wissman, Henry Lefeld, Phil Nauman, Andrea Van Horn, MED Foundation President Carl Pohl, Dorothy Wendel, Lee Wissman, Irene Seitz, Trudy Lefeld and Jane Stammen, Director of Volunteers.

The Medical, Educational, and Development (MED) Foundation of Mercer Health awarded its first “Friend of the Foundation” to the Mercer Health Volunteer Association at a special dinner held recently at the Galleria in Celina.

The awards presentation was part of the Friends of the MED Foundation first annual dinner that featured new Mercer Health Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Paula Detterman as the guest speaker. Also featured were MED Foundation President Carl Pohl, and Foundation Board member Neil Diller. Foundation Development Director John Hoying presented the award to the Mercer Health Volunteer Association.

During the awards presentation, Hoying noted that the Volunteer Association has provided support in one form of another since it began shortly after the hospital opened its doors in 1950. He said during the presentation, “The Volunteer Association has not only assisted the hospital through the many who help at Mercer Health but also through their dedication toward raising funds to assist in the purchase of new equipment. It is indeed an honor to salute this organization.”

During her presentation, CEO Paula Detterman noted that Mercer Health is the county’s fourth largest employer. She said, “We serve as a clinical training site for college students in Physical Therapy, Nursing, Surgical Technology, and EMT professions. We provide athletic trainers for local high schools, and each year nearly 500 children participate in our Play Hospital Program.”

She also noted that health care in general faces major challenges. Detterman noted, “Ohio hospitals are now subject to a tax imposed as a result of the state’s budget crisis. Officially termed a “franchise fee”, the impact (to Mercer Health) is $425,000 over two years and takes dollars that would have gone to provide care and equipment. Annually, Mercer Health cares of over 1,700 inpatients and nearly 62,000 outpatients. She went on to say, “We measure both the clinical quality of care provided as well as patient’s satisfaction with the care and consistently exceed state and national averages in both areas.”

The Friends of the MED Foundation is a new organization begun in January, 2009, as a means to support Mercer Health in their mission to improve health services in the Mercer County area. Anyone is invited to join. For more information, call John Hoying at 419-678-5679.

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Ft. Recovery FFA has Success at District Evaluations

Pictured L-R are Fort Recovery FFA Officers Emily Schoenlein, Jessica Link, Michelle Brackman, and Stacy Will who recently did well at the District 5 FFA Evaluations.

Ft. Recovery - On February 3rd, the Ft. Recovery FFA Advisors, Michael Gower and Joe Hawk, attended the District Five FFA Evaluations held at Upper Valley JVS in Piqua. The annual District FFA Evaluation recognized individual achievements and chapter accomplishments.

Four Ft. Recovery FFA members, applied for the American FFA Degree including, Chris Gehret, Beverly Lennartz, Kelly Thien, and Tom Will. The American Degree is the highest degree a member can receive in the FFA. To earn the degree, members need to work more than 2,250 hours, earn or productively invest $7,500 or more, and be heavily involved in chapter, school, and community activities. Only sixty-two members in the history of the Ft. Recovery FFA Chapter have ever received the prestigious American FFA Degree. Their applications were evaluated and forwarded to state for evaluation.

Fifteen Ft. Recovery FFA members, Laura Braun, Riggs Florence, Craig Fortkamp, Nathan Fortkamp, Craig Fullenkamp, Zach Guggenbiller, Stephanie Heitkamp, Dustin Homan, Jessica Link, Megan Rammel, Emily Schoenlein, Aaron Sutter, Alan Vogel, Aaron Will, and Stacy Will, applied for the State FFA Degree, which is the highest degree a member can receive from the state association. To earn the degree, members needed to work more than 1,000 hours and have gross earnings of $4,000 or more, as well as be actively involved in chapter, school, and community activities. Only 2% of Ohio's FFA membership is awarded the State FFA Degree each year. The members' applications were evaluated and forwarded to state for final evaluation. The Ft. Recovery FFA Chapter is hopeful all fifteen members will earn the prestigious State FFA Degree in May.

Eight Ft. Recovery FFA members, Nathan Fortkamp, Chris Gehret, Zach Guggenbiller, Ashley Kaiser, Cody Kaiser, Aaron Sutter, Brandon Wilker, and Matt Whitacre, applied for Proficiency Awards. Nathan Fortkamp applied for the Poultry Production Proficiency for his work at Fortkamp Farms. Chris Gehret applied for the Diversified Livestock Proficiency for his work at Rocky Creek Farms, Broering Dairy Farms, and Cooper Farms. Zach Guggenbiller applied for the Dairy Production Proficiency for his work at Glacier Hill Farms. Ashley Kaiser applied for her Ag Services Proficiency at Cooper Farms. Cody Kaiser applied for the Landscape Management Proficiency for is work at Juttes Landscaping. Aaron Sutter applied for the Ag Mechanics Design and Fabrication Proficiency for his work at B and F. Brandon Wilker applied for the Ag Services Proficiency for his work at Wendel Poultry Service. Matt Whitacre applied for his Swine Production Proficiency for his work at Whitacre Farms. In order to apply for a Proficiency Award, the members were required to keep accurate records and fill out an extensive application. This application included a resume, an employer's statement, and pictures taken on the job site. Seven of the eight applications advanced through district evaluations and will be moving on to the state evaluations.

The Ft. Recovery FFA Officer Books were also evaluated. Chapter Treasurer, Michelle Brackman, received a Gold rating on the Treasurer's Book, Chapter Reporter, Emily Schoenlein and Chapter Historian, Jessica Link, earned a Gold rating on the Chapter Scrapbook, and Chapter Secretary, Stacy Will, received a Gold rating on the Secretary's Book.

The Ft. Recovery FFA Chapter would like to congratulate these individuals for their hard work this year and wish them the best of luck at state evaluations.

VanTilburg Farms Supports Scholarship For Lake Campus Students

Pictured with Schulte, from left to right is: Jim VanTilburg, President of VanTilburg Farms; Kyle VanTilburg, CEO of VanTilburg Farms; Brian Schulte, Scholarship Recipient; Jim Sayer, Lake Campus Dean and Tom Saddler, Vice President of WOEF Board.

CELINA, OH – VanTilburg Farms has contributed $3,000 to a scholarship through the Wright State University - Lake Campus Western Ohio Educational Foundation (WOEF) for the 2010-2011 academic year. The scholarship is available to any Lake Campus student who has earned more than 45 credit hours, and is in the bachelor’s program in Organizational Leadership and is focusing in agriculture. The scholarship is renewable for a second year.

Wright State University - Lake Campus student Brian Schulte of Maria Stein received the $3,000 VanTilburg Farms Scholarship for the 2009-2010 academic year.

To obtain more information about the WOEF Scholarship Foundation please visit www.wright.edu/lake/prospective/scholarships.html or contact Sandy Gilbert, Scholarship Coordinator, at 419-586-0376.

Tri Star Students Experience

story by Jon Clouse, submitted by Matt Miller - Supt of Celina Schools

On January 31, 2010, I took two Tri Star students from Celina to the Art in Architecture Student Design Competition hosted by a Dayton chapter of the American Institute of Architecture (AIA) at the Elements IV Interiors firm. An extracurricular activity sponsored by AIA Dayton for 25 years now, this program targets college-bound high school students interested in art, architecture, or design. This is the seventh year that Miami University AIA students and faculty are serving as mentors. Limited to the first 60 students who submit the $20 registration fee, this competition will award some great prizes in April, including college scholarships and books. In addition to the opportunity to win one of these prizes, participants receive hands-on experience, professional guidance, meals and snacks, and T-shirts.

Celina seniors Julia Klosterman and Cassandra Chittum participated in the six-hour charrette, a collaborative session focused on developing a solution to a design problem. Julia has enrolled at the Ohio State University, with plans to major in architecture, and Cassandra has selected the University of Cincinnati’s architecture program.

Arriving that Saturday at 10:00 A.M., the approximately 40 students received the parameters of the project: they are to design a clubhouse for the Caesar Creek Soaring Club. To influence the design, a club representative was present to describe the wants and needs of the organization. All other presenters throughout the day are Dayton area architects or Miami architecture students.

Julia Klosterman

Next, the students toured Elements IV, one of Ohio’s first truly “green” remodeling projects, achieved by converting a typical warehouse into a working design facility. The tour enabled much discussion about using materials and furnishings that minimize landfill waste.

Several times throughout the day students broke into six groups to work on short activities after presentations. For example, one presenter helped the students to brainstorm creatively. Another architect talked to the students about visualizing and gathering materials to construct models of their ideas. After viewing examples, students built models derived from their creative thinking activity.

The final presentation, by Miami University students, explained a variety of production techniques for illustrations of models, such as computer generating or rendering, hand sketching, hand coloring, painting, and shading. Competitors then worked in groups with their Miami mentors, spending the afternoon preparing their board presentations, which showed excellent quality despite the short amount of time allotted.

Cassandra Chittum

Tired at 4:00 when we began our drive home in the vehicle Tri Star provided, Julia and Cassandra soon rejuvenated as we discussed what had taken place. The girls enjoyed the experience and talked about how some of their peers that day had not seemed really interested or motivated to try their best in the activities. Both girls were excited to return to our school and work on their ideas by creating some artwork to represent the clubhouse they each will design. They will attend two more workshops in February to receive further guidance in preparing their design ideas boards. I will serve as their advisor between workshops, and they can contact their assigned Miami student mentors. The designs are due on March 20, and the awards reception will take place in Dayton on April 15.

This was another experience where I could observe Celina / Tri Star students in a competition type activity and observe my students stand up against students from other schools. I have sent or accompanied students to competitions in all 26 years I have taught design / CAD for Tri Star. Our students have always been competitive with any other Ohio students. I attribute this success to the parental and school guidance and education they have been offered in the first 17 to 18 years of their lives. Motivation, work ethic, creative thinking and problem-solving skills often raise our students above their state peers.

Whatever recognition Julia and Cassandra receive, this competition is a wonderful opportunity for these two girls. They are gaining experience in real-life design and studio work, experience that will be valuable to them in their college architecture majors.

AGENDA-Special Meeting of Celina City Council

New Business: (First Reading)

New Business:

New Discussion: A discussion concerning a new Ohio EPA Surface Water Improvement Fund Grant

NEXT MEETING MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2010 AT 4:30 PM IF NEEDED

CELINA CITY COUNCIL Committee Meeting

Personnel & Finance Committee

Meeting Topic: Budget

2010 Relay for Life of Mercer County

Auglaize County Sheriff Investigating Multiple Breaking and Enterings

Midwest Electric members donate $13,500 to area charities

St. Henry EMS: Randy Bruns, Midwest Electric Community Connection Fund trustee, presents a $1,100 donation to Mercer County EMS – St. Henry Branch volunteer Ryan Bollenbacher, to buy an airway management trainer for CPR and other life-saving training programs.

Boy Scouts: Randy Bruns, Midwest Electric Community Connection Fund trustee, presents a $300 check to Sue Westgerdes, troop master of Boy Scouts with Disabilities Troop 237, of Ft. Recovery, to buy eight cots for their camp trailer.

Family Crisis Network: Randy Bruns, Midwest Electric Community Connection Fund trustee, presents a $2,100 donation to Jan Bruggeman, development assistant for Family Crisis Network, Celina, for a laptop computer and related equipment for this group that provides domestic violence services.

The recent Fund recipients include the following:

Auglaize County Council on Aging, $3,100 to replace a failing chair lift.

Safe Harbor Homeless and Runaway Youth Shelter, Lima, $2,500 for the new Street Outreach Program.

Family Crisis Network, Celina, $2,100 for a laptop computer and related equipment. FCN provides domestic violence services.

St. Marys Township Fire Association, $2,000 to help purchase a thermal imaging camera to aid in fire detection as well as rescue efforts.

Mercer County EMS - St. Henry Branch, $1,100 to buy an airway management trainer for CPR and other life-saving training programs.

YMCA of Van Wert County, $1,000 for upgrades to Camp Clay.

Kiwanis Club of Delphos, $500 for playground equipment at Waterworks Park.

ConQuest, St. Marys, $500 to purchase instructor books for this group that provides leadership and virtue training for boys ages 5 and up.

Uniopolis Browns Association, $400 to help replace youth sports equipment.

Boy Scouts with Disabilities Troop 237, Ft. Recovery, $300 to buy eight cots for their camp trailer.

The Midwest Electric Community Connection Fund is a voluntary charitable program. Participating members’ monthly electric bills are rounded up to the next dollar, with the additional pennies deposited in the Fund.

A Board of Trustees, composed of cooperative members and separate from the Midwest Electric Board of Trustees, oversees the application and allocation process. Individuals or organizations can obtain an application by contacting Midwest Electric, at 419-394-4110 or 1-800-962-3830.

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New Chamber Member

Pictured from left to right: Kathy Koch, Murphy USA Manager & Pam Buschur, Chamber Director

Murphy USA has joined the Celina Mercer County Chamber of Commerce. They are located in front of Wal Mart & Menards on Havemann Road in Celina. Murphy USA is dedicated to providing customers with discount gas prices and friendly service. Celina Mercer County Chamber gift certificates can now be used at this gas station.

Visit www.murphyusa.com

Grand Lake Patriots Present the U.S. Constitution, Part #3

At the first class in the series, King presented an overview of the history of the Constitution and the intentions of our Founding Fathers in constructing it, in order to guide our nation. The topics at the second class dealt more specifically with the role of God, religion, morality, virtuous leaders, and equality of man. King, a former school teacher and well-versed in history, will be covering principles 8-14 in the book The 5000 Year Leap at the upcoming meeting. Those topics include Unalienable Rights, the Role of Revealed Law, Sovereignty of the People, Who Can Alter the Government?, Advantages of a Republic, Protection Against Human Frailty, and Property Rights Essential to Liberty.

All those attending the Thursday, February 11th Grand Lake Patriots’ meeting and Jason King’s third class about the U.S. Constitution, are asked to bring along a notebook, a pen, and a lawn chair or folding chair. Plenty of parking space is available in the parking lot, and the former J.C. Penney building, northeast of Chief grocery store, is handicapped accessible. Refreshments will be served at the meeting. Phone 419-953-5811 for further information.

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TRI STAR’S PRECISION MACHINING PROGRAM TO BE HIGHLIGHTED AT STATE CONFERENCE

Discussing a work project at Coldwater Machine are (in the foreground) Eric Troy, Asst. Director of Career Technical Education- Ohio Department of Education; (in the background from left) Jerry Meyer, President – Coldwater Machine; Pat Huston, Manager, Products & Customer Services for the Office of Career Technical Education- Ohio Department of Education; Rob Menker, Tri Star’s Precision Machining Instructor, and Vic Belna, Technical Development Manager - Coldwater Machine.

Tri Star Career Compact’s Precision Machining program will be highlighted at the Ohio Economic-Education Summit, February 22-24 in Columbus. This program is taught by Rob Menker with the class being held at the Denning’s Building in St. Marys. The Summit will bring together 600 business/industry representatives and educators to study the needs of industries to ultimately improve Ohio’s economic development.

Ohio School Superintendent, Deb Delisle, is scheduled to make the Tri Star program and Coldwater Machine Company’s apprenticeship program, the focus of her presentation. The presentation will focus on the need for skilled labor in Ohio. These jobs do not require a four year degree, but can be obtained through apprenticeship programs as well as two-year technical programs.

Tri Star’s Precision Machining program was selected because it meets the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) initiative. Currently, 25% of Coldwater Machine’s workforce is made up of Tri Star graduates from the Precision Machining and Engineering Technology programs. Some of these students have been involved with million dollar projects that have been shipped all over the world.

Mercer Health Lifts Visitor Restrictions

Mercer Health announced today that Mercer County Community Hospital has removed visitor restrictions that began October 26, 2009, in an effort to minimize the spread of respiratory infections to patients, employees, and the community. The restriction limited visitation by anyone under the age of 17.

Although the limit has been lifted, hospital officials asked that anyone who is ill with any respiratory ailments such as a fever, chills, headache, vomiting, sore throat, muscle aches or diarrhea avoid coming to the hospital to visit.

Karen Smalley, RN, Director of Risk Management, states, “Although we have lifted the restriction, we are continuing to watch our patient census and the types of patients we are treating. If we see a dramatic increase in the number of flu-like symptoms, we may put the restriction back in place. We are still urging everyone to take the necessary precautions to prevent contracting or transmitting the seasonal flu.”

Those precautions include covering the nose and mouth when sneezing or coughing, properly washing hands frequently, and consider getting a flu shot if available. Smalley notes, “January or later is considered the peak season for seasonal influenza. Getting a flu vaccine shot now can still be an effective means to avoid getting sick this winter. Those interested in getting a seasonal flu shot should contact their primary care physician.”

Although there has been a decline of the H1N1 flu virus, hospital officials are continuing to monitor the situation. Persons interested in learning more about seasonal flu and flu prevention should visit www.flu.gov.

Combative Patient

Browe was the victim of an assault that occured in Celina and was combative with the EMS as they transported him to Mercer Health from Celina. While at Mercer Health, Browe continued to be combative and out of control. He attempted to bite one of the nurses while continuing to yell and curse at the emergency room staff and law enforcement. He attempted to spit and put his blood on officers as he stated he had a disease that he could transmit to them.

After warnings to desist in his conduct were not obeyed, the police department arrested him for persistent disorderly conduct. After several hours of dealing with Browe he was incarcerated into the Mercer County Jail on a $200,000 bond. The Mercer County Prosecutor was contacted and will be reviewing the case for possible additional charges being filed. Mr. Browe is set to make his appearance in Celina Municipal Court on Friday January 29 at 9:00AM.

Chief Supermarkets Collect Donations for Haiti Relief

The Wauseon Chief Supermarket is a collection site for donated items that will be transported to ISOH/IMPACT of Waterville, Ohio, which will then be shipped to areas of need in Haiti. Wauseon Chief customers can also make cash donations at the register for ISOH/IMPACT.

Annette Hoeffel, Director of Marketing, states “We are glad to offer our customers this opportunity to help with the relief in Haiti. This is a terrible tragedy and every little bit will make a difference. ”

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State-Wide Free Financial Aid Event to be held at Wright State University Lake Campus- Celina, Ohio

Due to the great demand expected for assistance in completing the FASFA, families are encouraged to register for the free event at www.ohiocollegegoalsunday.org or by calling 1-877-428-8246. The FAFSA is the key to funding a college education and helping families to overcome financial barriers that otherwise prevent students from attending the institution they want to. Studies show that a student is 50% more likely to attend college when they complete the FAFSA. While walk-ins are welcome, registration is encouraged. Record numbers are expected to be in attendance.

OASFAA is a non-profit, professional organization for individuals actively engaged in the administration of financial aid within the State of Ohio for higher education. As an educational organization, OASFAA strives to offer resources to students, families and high school advisors to promote higher education and increase awareness of financial aid opportunities.

For directions or more information, please contact Site Coordinator Gretchen Rentz at Gretchen.rentz@wright.edu or 419-586-0336.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS PRESENT SAVINGS BOND TO BABY

The local Knights of Columbus, Council 1592, Pro-Life Committee Chairman, Joe Kuebler, presents a $50 savings bond to Campbell Nichole Etzler, the first baby born at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital on January 22, 2010, the March for Life day.

This year is the 37th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s controversial 1973 decision legalizing abortion on demand in this country. “We pray that the Supreme Court’s decision will one day be overturned,” says Kuebler.

Campbell Nichole was born on Friday, January 22 at 6:23 a.m. She weighed in at 9 lbs, 7 oz and was 19 3/4 inches long. She is pictured with (left to right) Joe Kuebler and parents Nikki and Mike Etzler of Celina.

United For Healthcare Announces Women’s Health Event

It will be held at Wright State University Lake Campus, Celina, in their new James Dicke Auditorium from 8 AM to Noon. According to Anne Larger, RN, Grand Lake Health System Community Outreach Coordinator, "We will be featuring a number of topics related to women’s health. We will also be offering a Lipid and Glucose blood test (12 hour fast required) for $20 and a CRP-hs C-Reactive Protein (high sensitivity) blood test ($20) from 8 to 9. Breakfast will be served while the blood tests are offered.”

The keynote speaker, Robin Elston, will kick off the morning educational sessions at 9 a.m. According to Renee Kinney, RN, Director of Wellness Services at Mercer Health, “Robin is an excellent motivational speaker. Since she began in 2001, her company has become an international consulting organization. We are very fortunate to have her for our program.”

In addition to the keynote speaker, several breakout sessions are planned. Topics for these sessions include: Bladder, Bladder, What’s the Matter presented by Nancy Wolters, CNP; Hormones – To Take Or Not To Take (Pharmacist Renee Gaerke); Prevention of Diabetes Through a Healthy Lifestyle (Karen Homan, RD, CDE, & Kristine Mullenhour, BN,BSN,CDE); You and Your Heart (Pat Mielke, RN) ; Everything You Always Wanted To Know About Sex (Donna Scheideberg, CNM); and Winter Blues or Is It Depression (Mike Weubker, psychologist).

The speakers and the breakfast are free. Kinney says, “This is a very special event for women of all ages. The only charge we have is for the blood tests. However, we do need those who are interested in attending to call us with their reservation.”

The deadline for accepting reservations is Friday, February 12. They may be made by calling Mercer Health at 419-586-1220 or Grand Lake Health System at 419-394-6132.

Ladies Day Out is one of the United For Healthcare series of cooperative programs provided by Mercer Health and Grand Lake Health System.

Awards Banquet

Employees and guests enjoyed a meal catered by the Moose. Following the meal awards were presented to the following:

Perfect Attendance for 2009 Neal Brincefield – several years of perfect attendance

Dispatcher of the Year

Civilian Award Commendation

Tim Gibson – DADS class
Tammy Brown – Mercy Unlimited
Betty Conn – Religious Education / Bible Study
David Conn – Religious Education / Bible Study

Deputy of the Year

Correction Officer of the Year

Marcia Longacre
Dennis White – 2nd year award
Keith Williams

Auxiliary Officer of the Year

Support

Glenna Schmidt – 3rd year award

Certificate of Merit

Brian Yahl

Commendation

Arson Suspects

While canvassing the complex suspects were located and identified. Both physical evidence and witness statements connected them to the scene of the fire. The subjects involved are all juveniles, ages 8 through 15. The report has been turned over to the Mercer County Prosecutors Office for review.

While suspects have been identified the Celina Police Department would still encourage anyone that witnessed suspicious activity in the area of Grand Slam on Monday afternoon to contact them at 419-586-2345.

Orick Family Donates to Lake Campus Scholarship Foundation

CELINA, OH – The Wright State University – Lake Campus Western Ohio Education Foundation (WOEF) is pleased to offer a scholarship in memory of Janet Orick for the 2010-2011 academic year. The $1,000 scholarship is available to any entering, current, returning or transfer student who is pursuing a nursing or healthcare degree. A recipient will be selected based on their situational needs and academic record.

Roy Orick, husband of the late Janet Orick, is shown donating the scholarship check to Lake Campus Dean Jim Sayer. Alongside them is Tom Saddler, left, Vice President of the Western Ohio Educational Foundation (WOEF) Board and Tom Knapke, right, WOEF Development Officer.

The 2010-2011 scholarship application material is now available, please go to www.wright.edu/lake/prospective/scholarships.html or call Sandy Gilbert, WOEF Scholarship Coordinator, at 419-586-0376.

Golf Cart

Representative Jim Zehringer Named to Additional Legislative Committee

“I am so excited to have the opportunity to take a leading role in the development of agriculture and natural resources legislation in Ohio,” said Zehringer. “It is truly an honor to serve in this capacity, and I look forward to continuing our efforts to protect Ohio’s vital natural resources, as well as our farmers and farmland.”

In addition, Zehringer currently serves on the House Financial Institutions, Real Estate, and Securities; Transportation and Infrastructure; Commerce and Labor; and Consumer Affairs and Economic Protection committees.

Zehringer is serving his second term in the Legislature after being appointed to the seat in early 2007.

HOSPITAL REMOVES VISITOR RESTRICTIONS FOR CHILDREN

The hospital will continue to limit visitations from anyone who is ill with any respiratory symptoms including fever, chills, headache, vomiting, sore throat, muscle aches or diarrhea.

“We will continue to monitor the presence of seasonal and H1N1 flu viruses,” stated Kevin Harlan, President & CEO of Joint Township Hospital and Grand Lake Health System. “In order to protect the health and safety of patients in their care, hospitals reserve the right to implement additional restrictions should an increase in the seasonal flu determine that such actions are necessary,” he added.

In order to prevent contracting or transmitting the seasonal flu, take extra care to wash your hands often, cover your nose and mouth if you sneeze or cough, and consider getting the seasonal flu vaccine. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “The peak of influenza doesn’t usually hit until January or later, so vaccination can still protect you and your loved ones against flu, even this late into the season. Vaccination is the single best way to reduce the health impact of flu.”

For more information regarding a seasonal flu vaccine, please contact your primary care physician. To learn more about the seasonal flu and flu prevention, please visit www.flu.gov.

Annual Chamber Awards Banquet - You Are Invited

Robin Elston

The Celina-Mercer County Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet is scheduled for Thursday, February 25th at The Galleria in Celina. Tickets are on sale now for $25 each or a corporate table of 8 for $195. The evening will begin with a social hour with appetizers, cash bar and a delicious dinner. Past President Janet White and 2010 President Shirley Gross will review the chamber’s activities and goals.

The annual chamber awards will be given out at the end of the program. Awards are given for business of the year, citizen of the year, humanitarian and achievement awards. Nominate a business or person of your choice by calling the chamber at 419 586-2219 or by filling out the nomination form online at www.celinamercer.com.

In keeping with one of the chamber’s 2010 goal of using more local talent, goods, and services, Celina native and international business consultant Robin Elston, owner and CEO of Elston Consulting LLC will be our guest speaker. Elston Consulting LLC specializes in improving their clients’ commitment, productivity, and results in both their personal and business lives.  They work with clients in all kinds of situations, from making continual improvement, to planning major acquisition or downsizing, to overhauling the organization’s strategic plan.  Elston Consulting’s success in helping clients comes from the rare combination of extensive experience, scientific thought processes, and the most innovative programs specifically designed to meet each client’s needs.

Open to the public but space is limited. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact the Chamber at 419 586-2219 or email info@celinamercer.com.

Parkway FFA Annual Fruit Sale a Success

The Parkway FFA members throughout the month of November were selling fruit to the public. The sale consisted of apples, navels, tangelos, grapefruit, BBQ Sauce, peanuts, and many other things that appealed to many people. The fruit was received in the middle of December and was packaged in the next two days. It was then delivered to the customers within the week, or even the day. The members are still taking in their money if you have not paid for your fruit.

As the Parkway FFA Chapter, there were 753.50 boxes sold. This amounts to approximately 19,800 dollars brought in through this fundraiser. This sale is up 64 boxes from last year, but still not the top selling year yet!

The Parkway FFA Chapter uses these funds to pay for many activities and events that the students experience throughout the year. Some of these events are State and National Convention, CDE events, Officer Retreat, furnishing the fair food stand, and many other opportunities that teach students lessons and give them memories. The Parkway FFA Chapter would like to thank the communities for buying fruit and supporting your Parkway FFA Chapter!

Parkway FFA Parliamentary Procedure Team Competes at State

Picture first row: Abby Evans, Stephany Hesse, Claire Burtch, Destinee Guggenbiller, Olivia Houts, and Seth Houts. Second row: Danielle Matthews, Caden Hellwarth, Corbin Hellwarth, and Zach Searight.

The Parkway FFA on Saturday December 19th, 2009 sent a Varsity Parliamentary Procedure team to compete at State finals in Columbus. Within the month, the Parliamentary team had won sub-districts and placed 2nd at districts to earn their bid to state.

The team had practiced very hard in the mornings before school to prepare for this event. The team also went up on Friday night and stayed at a nearby hotel in order to practice and get more sleep for the event. The team bonded over supper at Mongolian Grill and practiced more meetings and questions in the hotel’s suite.

The team consisted of Claire Burtch, Seth Houts, Stephany Hesse, Corbin Hellwarth- President, Zach Searight- Vice President, Abby Evans- Treasurer, Olivia Houts- Student Advisor, Caden Hellwarth- Sentinel, Destinee Guggenbiller- Secretary, and Danielle Matthews- Reporter.

The team placed 4th in their room with a score of 1048.25. This placed them at 18th overall.

Congratulations to the team making it to State!

BEWARE Of The Goose ****

A reader of the Outlook submitted this photo of the West Bank Board Walk located on Grand Lake in Celina. The Celina Rec Department this past summer sent out a crew on a regular basis to deal with the goose **** that is left behind on a regular basis. We asked one of the geese about the problem and he said, "You humans really HONK me off, get a life". The Board Walk has not been completed at this time.

photos submitted

Law Day Essay Contest

The Law Day theme is chosen each year by the ABA. The theme for Law Day 2010 is "Law in the 21st Century: Enduring Traditions, Emerging Challenges." Suggested essay topics include:

1. What does the "right to privacy" mean in light of the Internet, social networking sites, and the easy access to personal information that they provide? Does your opinion change depending on whether it is a private entity or the government collecting the information?

2. In these days of fiscal crisis, who should be responsible for providing and paying for medical coverage in this country? Why should they bear that responsibility?

3. When addressing the threat of terrorism, what rights should the government have to search you and your luggage when you are at an airport preparing to get on an airplane?

Essays should be post marked by April 15, 2010 and mailed to the Mercer County Prosecutor's Office at 119 North Walnut Street, Celina, OH 45822. Participants should provide contact information so that the winners can be notified.

Haitian Earthquake Relief Potential Fraud Alert

Therefore, before making a donation of any kind, consumers should adhere to certain guidelines, to include the following:

Do not respond to any unsolicited (spam) incoming e-mails, including clicking links contained within those messages.

Be skeptical of individuals representing themselves as surviving victims or officials asking for donations via e-mail or social networking sites.

Verify the legitimacy of nonprofit organizations by utilizing various Internet-based resources that may assist in confirming the group’s existence and its nonprofit status rather than following a purported link to the site.

Be cautious of e-mails that claim to show pictures of the disaster areas in attached files because the files may contain viruses. Only open attachments from known senders.

Make contributions directly to known organizations rather than relying on others to make the donation on your behalf to ensure contributions are received and used for intended purposes.

Do not give your personal or financial information to anyone who solicits contributions: Providing such information may compromise your identity and make you vulnerable to identity theft. Anyone who has received an e-mail referencing the above information or anyone who may have been a victim of this or a similar incident should notify the IC3 via www.ic3.gov

For further information, please visit the FBI's Web site: http://www.fbi.gov/pressrel/pressrel10/earthquake011310.htm

Jail Open House

Saturday, February 13, 2010 from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Sunday February 28, 2010 from 12:00PM- 4:00 PM

Tristar Network Systems

(1-13-10) - Yesterday, without fanfare, a junior in the TriStar Business Administration class was the first person in the nation to participate in a Business Professionals of America regional event test online. Tristar Network Systems (TNS) was instrumental in encouraging the development and installation of the testing software, which facilitates the administration of testing, grading, and ranking of students participating in the program.

Tristar's BPA chapter is hosting the regional competition for this year as well as next, and the amount of paper wasted printing test booklets, which were subsequently destroyed, was a contributing factor influencing the decision to test online. Region 16 is comprised of career tech classes from Vantage, Apollo, Millstream, Benjamin Logan, Ohio Hi Point, Upper Scioto Valley, Graham, and Tristar vocational schools and compacts.

OnLineTesting.net designed and produced the testing engine and interface, which TNS chose because of it's total cost of operation. A small capital investment under $200 licensed the software to Celina City Schools permitting the unlimited use of the software within our program. Product testing throughout the summer and fall revealed refinements TNS developed or contracted to change prior to Tuesday's launch of this year's Open Event tests for Ohio BPA Region 16.

story and picture submitted by Dick Murray

Mercer County Performers Set for Ohio Has Talent!

Based on the popular television program America’s Got Talent!, the 2010 show will again feature 20 competing acts from throughout the area, including several from Mercer County . They were chosen from among 50 musical, dance and various other acts that auditioned in November.

Area performers include:

Kelsea Eblen is a sophomore at Celina High School who loves to sing and play piano. She has participated in various singing contests and a pageant.

Jennifer Kahlig from Coldwater, is a freshman at Ball State University majoring in Elementary Education and Dance. Dancing and singing are her passion.

Amy Roth from Rockford , is a sophomore at Parkway High School and plays piano, drums, flute, French horn and the organ at her church. She hopes to pursue a degree in music education and performance.

Janet Vogel from Fort Recovery , is a sophomore at St. Henry High School and has taken piano lessons for six years and private voice for four years. She has received district honors in voice and participated in an all-state choir.

Emily Werling from Fort Recovery , is a junior at St. Henry High School and has received numerous awards in gymnastics, public speaking and vocal performance.

Winners will be chosen by the audience and awarded cash prizes: $500-first place, $250-second place, $100-third place. Proceeds from the show benefit Community Health Professionals’ Van Wert Area Inpatient Hospice Center.

Tickets are available through the Niswonger Performing Arts Center ticket office for $25-orchestra sides, $20-mezzanine and $15 for balcony seating; contact the NPAC ticket office: 419-238-6722 or www.npacvw.org.

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Local youth could compete for $30,000 in scholarships through Midwest Electric and Ohio’s Touchstone Energy cooperatives

Midwest Electric now has two scholarship programs - a general scholarship for students with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5; and the Touchstone Energy Achievement Scholarship for students with at least a 2.75 GPA and have overcome adversity or personal challenges in pursuit of their goals.

For the general scholarship, six student finalists will compete for $4,500 in scholarships from Midwest Electric. Three boys and three girls will vie for two $1,000 scholarships, two $750 and two $500 awards.

The top boy and girl finalists will represent Midwest Electric in the OREC competition in Columbus where they will compete against students representing other Ohio electric cooperatives. OREC awards two scholarships each in the following amounts: $2,755; $1,925; $1,650; $1,540; $1,430; $1,320; $1,200.

For the Touchstone Energy Achievement Scholarship, Midwest Electric will award one $1,000 winner, and OREC will give four $1,630 awards.

To be eligible for the 2010 scholarship programs, applicants must be graduating seniors who have all the basic credits for college, vocational or technical school entrance. Applicants must be a child or legal ward of a Midwest Electric member.

Other provisions apply. Contact your high school guidance counselor or Midwest Electric for more information or an application.

Completed applications are due at Midwest Electric by February 19, 2010. For an application, students may visit www.midwestrec.com and click on the My Community page for the scholarship link. Or, call Kecia Schmerge at Midwest Electric, 1-800-962-3830, or e-mail kschmerge@midwestrec.com.

Based in St. Marys, Midwest Electric is the customer-owned electric cooperative for 10,500 homes, farms and businesses in Allen, Auglaize, Mercer, VanWert, Shelby, Putnam and Darke counties.

Lake Campus Dean Retiring After 36 Years of Service To Wright State University

Dr. Jim Sayer will retire from the university on June 30, 2010

Since arriving in 2007 at the Lake Campus, Dean Sayer has overseen the completion of the $9 million renovation and construction project, as well as brought new programs such as criminal justice, computer science and mechanical engineering to the region. He has watched the enrollment increase 61% during his tenure at the Lake Campus, and remains connected to the community through the columns he publishes in several local newspapers.

Sayer earned his bachelor’s degree from Northern Arizona University, a master’s degree from the University of Arizona and his Ph.D. from Bowling Green State University. Along with his career at Wright State University, Sayer completed four years of service at the University of Arizona which has earned him 40 years of teaching service credit, the maximum pension level. These circumstances led Dean Sayer to make the difficult decision to retire, in hopes that his replacement will continue the momentum.

A committee has been formed and a national search will soon begin to find Sayer’s replacement. “Whoever he or she turns out to be, that person will come to a campus that is completely renovated, that has an expanding curriculum, and a very hard-working faculty and staff,” says Sayer. “Given how wonderful our Lake Campus is and how equally wonderful this area is, I am certain that a really good replacement will be found.”

FuseBusters to start 56th year

The club meets 10 consecutive Monday evenings, concluding with family night, April 5.

“FuseBusters is a fun way for youth to learn more about electricity and electronics, working hands-on to create their own projects,” said Dave Waltermire, energy advisor for Midwest Electric. The electric cooperative started the FuseBusters program in 1954.

FuseBusters members learn about electricity and how to use it safely. The levels of difficulty range from basics of electricity and magnetism to advanced electronics. Club members make electric or electronic projects and exhibit their projects at the County Fair. They also learn the basic meeting format and run their own meetings.

FuseBusters members typically place high at the County Fair, many go to the State competition as well as nationals.

Any boy or girl, between the ages nine and 19, having not passed their 19th birthday as of January 1, 2009, is encouraged to join. Interested youngsters attending the first meeting will register, receive a meeting schedule, a project book and meet their advisor.

For more information, contact Midwest Electric at 419-394-4110.

Parkway FFA Participates in Parliamentary Procedure CDE

members in first row: Destinee Guggenbiller, Claire Burtch, Olivia Houts, Danielle Matthews, and Caden Hellwarth

Second row: Zach Searight, Stephany Hesse, Abby Evans, Corbin Hellwarth, and Seth Houts

On December 3rd, the Parkway FFA sent a Parliamentary Procedure team to Delphos Jefferson to compete in the CDE. A CDE is a Career Development Event that helps students obtain knowledge and become better at skills such as team work, test taking, leadership, and public speaking. December 3rd was the Sub-districts that Parkway FFA competed in.

The team consists of members: Claire Burtch, Seth Houts, and Stephany Hesse. The team also has the officers of: President- Corbin Hellwarth, Vice President: Zach Searight, Student Advisor: Olivia Houts, Sentinel: Caden Hellwarth, Secretary: Destinee Guggenbiller, Treasurer: Abby Evans, and Reporter: Danielle Matthews.

The team placed first in their sub-district which qualified them for districts which was held at Delphos Jefferson High School on December 8th.

The team then attended the district competition and received a second place behind Delphos. The second place finish still places the team at State competition on Saturday December 19th in Columbus at the Ag Administration building on The Ohio State University campus.

The students continue to work very hard and hopefully this will pay off at State competition.

The chapter would like to thank the students for their hard work and wish them the best of luck at State competition!

D.A.R.E. Graduation At Marion Elementary

D.A.R.E. Essay class winners were Jessie Kramer, Carlee Kremer, Lydia Wendel, Alan Wynk, Reid Moeller, Mikayla Spoltman, Joel Goodwin and Austin Schlater. Each class Essay winner will receive a Certificate of Achievement.

The D.A.R.E. class Honor students were Macey Griesdorn, Taylor Nagel, Maddie Griesdorn, Lydia Wendel, Reid Moeller, Mikayla Spoltman, Logan Brunswick and Ashley Schmidt. Each Honor student received an Achievement medal furnished by the Mercer County D.A.R.E. Boosters and engraved by Allison’s Jewelry of Sidney, OH.

The 5th grade teachers are Mrs. Lehmkuhl, Mrs. Sommer, Mrs. Keller and Mrs. Post. The principal at Marion Local Elementary is Miss Karen Post.

Special Guests in attendance were Mercer County Commissioners Bob Nuding and John Bruns, Mercer County D.A.R.E. Booster member Nancy Heppard.

Deputy Mark Germann is the D.A.R.E. instructor for Marion Local Elementary. Deputy Bud McFarlin, Deputy Sue Miller and Deputy Mark Germann are the D.A.R.E. Officers for the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office and all were in attendance for the graduation ceremony.

Mercer County Receives Grant

“We are very thankful to have obtained this funding for this road improvement in Franklin Township.” The pavement is planned to be widened from the current 19’ to 24’ and the shoulders and clear zone areas will be widened and improved on the roadsides. The project is intended to improve the roadway safety.”

The project is currently projected to be constructed in 2011. Any comments landowners may have related to the effect of the project on local residents, air quality, the local economy and historic or cultural resources are encouraged to contact Jim Wiechart at the Mercer County Engineer’s Office.

“Obtaining this funding is a great benefit and blessing for our community.” said Wiechart.

Marion Local Student Designs Mercer Health Holiday Greetings Card

Mercer Health’s mascot, Chip, is shown with Ashley Bergman, Marion Local Second Grade Student. She is showing her card design that was used by Mercer Health to send out their holiday greeting.

When it came time to decide what to do for their corporate Holiday Greeting card for this year, Mercer Health decided to give their card a local flair. They invited students from area second grade classes to design a special card for them.

According to Ken Obringer, Director of Marketing and Communications at Mercer Health, the response was great. He says, “We had some really creative cards from students from Marion Local, Coldwater, Parkway, and Celina. I estimate we received over 150 entries.”

A panel of judges viewed each entry before deciding which one they liked the best. The art work selected for the card was designed by Ashley Bergman, a second grade student from Marion Local. In addition to having her name on the back of every card sent, she also received a $75 U.S. Savings Bond. Ashley is the daughter of Brent and Holly Bergman.

Selections that were chosen the best from the other participating schools each received a $50 U.S. Savings Bond. They included Michael Schoenherr (Coldwater), Macy Henkle (Parkway), and Caden Highley (Celina).

Bergman received a special presentation at her school by the mascot for Mercer Health, Chip the Chipmunk. While there, the mascot visited all of the other second grade classes.

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SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCED

To be eligible for the scholarship, the individual must be a high school senior, current college student or adult returning to school who is a resident of Auglaize or Mercer counties or graduate of a high school in those counties. A limited number of scholarships are available. Joint Township Hospital and Grand Lake Health System employees are not eligible. Final applicants will be chosen and must be available for interview on Saturday, June 12 between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon.

Applications may be received by contacting the JTD Hospital Foundation at (419) 394-3335, ext. 3574. It must be completed and returned by April 23, 2010. The Foundation is the fund raising arm of Joint Township District Memorial Hospital and the Grand Lake Health System.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT

		
Karen M. Ryals, CFRE
Executive Director
JTD Hospital Foundation
200 St. Clair Street
St. Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-3335, ext. 3574

Spring Into Fitness Next Mercer Health Dine and Discover Program

Deanna Davis and Kristy Kahlig will be the presenters at the next Dine and Discover (DaD) Program sponsored by Mercer Health at Mercer County Community Hospital on Monday, March 1, beginning with a dinner at 5:00 pm. Their topic is “Spring Into Fitness”.

Davis and Kahlig are both personal trainers and co-owners of Innergy Fitness, Coldwater. They will be discussing the benefits of exercise as well as demonstrating simple stretching exercises that can be done in the home.

DaD event coordinator Lori Shellabarger states, “If you have been waiting for the weather to improve before resuming an exercise routine, this will be a good program to help you get started. Both Deanna and Kristy have a lot of knowledge about how to properly begin a new exercise program or how to more efficiently manage your current routine.”

The Mercer Health DaD program began in September, 2007, and has continued to grow from there. This will be the thirteenth presentation in the series.

This program is open to the public. Dinner will be served beginning at 5:00 p.m. with Kahlig and Davis doing their presentation from 5:30 to 6:30. Reservations are required. Persons interested in attending are encouraged to call 419-678-5196 no later than February 22. However, reservations will be accepted after that date as long as there are spaces available. There is a $5 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.

Lake Campus Business Enterprise Center Winter Non-Credit Course Schedule

Registration is underway for winter classes through the BEC. There will be several different types of computer training classes that include basic computer training, Excel and QuickBooks. These classes are very much in demand from most small and mid-sized business owners and employees.

OSHA Construction Outreach Training is a 10-hour class offering the basics of construction safety regulations. The popular “Starting Right” seminar will once again be offered to help maximize the potential of your new business. Learn how to borrow money, write a business plan and address legal and tax issues before you start your business.

A series of three classes will be offered on the hot topic of social media. You will learn how to effectively use Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, blogs and other social media websites for your business.

You must pre-register for all classes by phone (419) 586-0355, fax (419) 586-0358, or e-mail: carol.jones@wright.edu

You can also access this schedule at www.wright.edu/lake/prospective/work.html.

Red Cross Bloodmobile to be at Midwest Electric February 12

Midwest Electric is located at 06029 County Road 33A, east of St. Marys. Please contact Matt Berry at Midwest Electric, during working hours Monday through Friday, at 419-394-4110, to schedule your blood donation appointment.

Notes from the American Red Cross:

Blood Facts

One in 10 people admitted to the hospital needs blood. 
A single whole blood donation may help save the lives of up to three people.
The three main components of whole blood are red cells, platelets and plasma.
All blood types are needed, but type O negative and B negative are in high demand.
Type O is the blood most requested by hospitals, and can be transfused to 
patients with other blood types such as A, B and AB. 

Platelet Facts

Platelets are the component in blood that is responsible for clotting. 
When bleeding occurs, platelets stick together to form a clot. 
Platelets have a shelf life of only five days so the need is constant.

Platelets are frequently prescribed to help patients undergoing treatment 
for cancer, leukemia and other serious diseases, as well as for babies in 
neonatal intensive care and burn victims.

Blood donors with type AB are ideal for platelet donation. Type AB is the 
universal blood type for platelets—which means most anyone with any blood 
type can receive type AB platelets.

Eligibility Information

Donors may give whole blood up to six times per year or every 56 days, double red cells every 112 days or up to three times per year, and platelets every seven days or up to 24 times a year.

Autism 101

The presenter for this workshop is Lisa Combs, Regional Coach for OCALI (Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence) in Columbus. Lisa will discuss the Autism diagnosis, the variety of ways it presents itself in students, and suggested interventions to help students be more successful. CEU certificates will be available.

Date: Wednesday February 10, 2010
Time: 4:00-6:00 pm
Location: Central Services Building, 
First floor conference room (B 195)
220 West Livingston Street
Celina, OH

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COMING SOON – A ROAD TO FITNESS EVENT

Registration for this Road to Fitness event will be held at St. Marys Community Library meeting room. The route will proceed north on the Miami Erie Towpath to St. Rt. 33 and then back to the Library where hot chocolate and coffee will be available.

“This should be a beautiful Valentines Day Walk, we hope everyone can join us”, says to Anne Larger, Community Outreach Coordinator at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital and Grand Lake Health System.

For more information on the Road to Fitness and this event, please call Anne Larger at 419-394-6132 

ARC Kart Racing

Presents the:2010-Bowling Fund Raiser

At
Miracle Lanes
1848 Union City Road Ft. Recovery, Ohio
Phone # 419-375-4274

Registration forms are attached or they may be downloaded from www.arckartracing.com

Dates & Times

Saturday - February 27, 2010 4:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 8:30 p.m.

We the Bowling committee, would like to take this opportunity to invite you to participate in the upcoming 2010 Mercer County Go-Kart Racing Fund Raiser. This year it will be held at Miracle Lanes in Ft. Recovery. Come and enjoy an afternoon or evening of fun with us in Ft. Recovery along with Cliff Wendel, the proprietor of Miracle Lanes.

Send Entries to

Alan Siefring    542 Spruce St. St. Henry, Ohio 45883      419-678-8363
Shaun Everman    611 Woodland Ave. St. Henry, Ohio 45883   419-763-4063
Greg Uhlenhake   512 Spruce St St. Henry, Ohio 45883       419-678-1098 
St. Henry Nite Club                                        419-678-2296

-Two-hour shifts

-30 drink tickets and/or food tickets per team

-50 / 50 drawing per shift

-Door Prizes

- Raffle Drawing will take place following the last shift bowling on Saturday back at the St Henry Nite Club (approx 11:00 p.m.)

Free Bus Ride from St Henry Nite Club –Bus Leaves 30 Minutes before Bowling Time

Proceeds will go toward purchase of Equipment for Go Kart Racing, in return will raise money for the Red Cross

Wear Red and Speak Up to Save Lives

This year, Go Red is asking women to bring a voice to this silent killer –SPEAK UP TO SAVE LIVES.

“Thanks to the participation of millions of people across the country, the color red and the red dress have become linked with creating awareness of heart disease in women,” said Kelli Dixon, executive director of the American Heart Association, Miami Valley Division, “Go Red For Women is channeling its energies and resources to challenge real women nationwide to discover their personal heart health risk by taking the online Go Red Heart CheckUp. Go Red provides tools and information women need to protect themselves and their loved ones.”

On Friday, Feb. 5, show your support of Go Red For Women, a nationwide movement that celebrates the energy, passion and power women have to band together and wipe out heart disease! Wear red to work, make a donation to the campaign, and learn how to love your heart by preventing heart disease. More than 10,000 companies participate in Wear Red Day, and many cities across the nation illuminate monuments, landmarks and major buildings in red to show their support in the fight against heart disease. One of the many companies Speaking Up to support Go Red For Women this February is Jiffy Lube. For the third consecutive year, Jiffy Lube is rolling out its Maintenance Partners for Life program to help raise funds and awareness for heart disease prevention. From February 1 through March 14, 2010, Jiffy Lube customers who make a $3 donation to Go Red will receive the Maintenance Partners for Life book and will contribute to Jiffy Lube’s goal of raising $1 million for the cause with this year’s program.

Why Speak up? 90% of women have one or more risk factors for developing heart disease. Only 1 in 5 women believe that heart disease is her greatest health threat and heart disease is largely preventable. In fact, 80 % of cardiac events in women may be prevented if women make the right choices for their hearts, involving diet, exercise and abstinence from smoking.

Why Go Red? Research shows that women who “Go Red” are more likely to make healthy choices. More than 1/3rd have lost weight and nearly 55 % have increased their exercise. Six out of ten have changed their diets, more than 40% have checked their cholesterol levels and 1/3 have talked with their doctors about developing heart health plans.

Visit www.GoRedForWomen.org or call 937-853-3101 to find out more about Wear Red Day and Go Red For Women.

Lakefield Airport Authority Board Meetings for 2010

   
February 8   
March 8
April 12
May 10   
June 14 
July 12  
August 9   
September 13   
October 11
November 8                             
December 13                   

Grand Lake Health System offers H1N1 Vaccines free to the public

To be able to receive this vaccine individuals will need to pre-register at https://h1n1vaccine.odh.ohio.gov website. You will need to print the registration form and bring it with you to the clinic.

To schedule your H1N1 immunization please contact the following office:

Grand Lake Family Practice & Pediatrics at the Celina Medical Center, 419-586-6489.

Grand Lake Primary Care at St. Marys at 419-394-9959.

Grand Lake Toastmasters Calendar of Events

Contact Information:  
Ray Kramer, DTM -  (419) 394-5775
Janet Bassitt, ASC/CL- (419) 738-7539
Elaine Ahrns – (419) 629-2703

American Red Cross Blood Mobile Schedule for Mercer County

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