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Holland-SpringfieldYOUR HOMETOWN NEWSPAPERPRSRT STDUS POSTAGEPAIDTOLEDO OHPERMIT 133VOLUME 10, NUMBER 35 – AUGUST 28, 2012Trustees review final costs of storm clean up;recognize Lowe’s employees for volunteerismBy Jane MaioloMore than a month afterstrong storms swept throughSpringfield Township,trustees have begun to assessthe final cost associated withclean up.At the August 20 meeting,Public Services DirectorMike Hampton said thetownship spent $40,751 onclean up efforts for stormsthat hit the region on July 5and August 4.The July 5 storm createdthe most extensive damage,he said with costs exceeding$33,000.He noted that fuel costsalone were $2,509. The payrollfor that time was$20,001 with employees’time being focused entirelyon clean up operations.Mr. Hampton also notedthat the township employedtemporary workers fromExpress Services Inc. toassist, and the cost for theextra personnel was $7,754.The township removed2,468 tons of debris from thestorms and utilized threevendors at a cost of $11,520.Those vendors wereSteve’s Lawn Tree Removal,T&J Tree Service, VermeerSales and Service. Miscellaneouscosts accounted for$757 of the costs.Mr. Hampton expressedappreciation to the communityfor their patience andpresented Darcy Mueller ofLowe’s in Perrysburg Townshipwith a special award inrecognition of the company’svolunteer efforts.“They brought 30 to 40associates, working eighthours each to help withclean up,” he said, addingthat when the townshipneeded additional help, Ms.Mueller sent out another 30to 40 people to help for eighthours.“We want to recognizetheir great efforts,” he said.Trustee Andy Glennagreed. “They went all outin assisting the townshipAndy Glenn, chairman of the board, recognizes Lowe’sand Perrysburg store manager Darcy Mueller for theirvolunteer efforts with clean up in the aftermath of thissummer’s severe weather.with volunteer labor.”Emergency GuidesThe trustees approved arequest for $3,000 fromAssistant Fire Chief RickHelminski for emergencyguides.The amount representsthe township’s portion forthe guides, which will cost$15,000 to $16,000. The Villageof Holland has agreedto contribute $1,000, and theremainder of the cost isbeing paid by area businessadvertisements.The emergency procedureguides will featureimportant information onwhat to do or whom to callin the event of emergencies,such as–flood, power outage,injured person or stormdamage.The guide will addressmany emergencies and istailored to meet the community’sneeds, explainedAssistant Chief Helminski.He noted that in the wakeof severe weather earlier thissummer, area businesses andresidents were eager to havethe emergency guides produced.“We struggled with theA LOOK BACK……Holland and Springfield Township Recollections©WELCH PUBLISHING CO. HOLLAND, LUCAS COUNTY, OHIOPlease Recycle This Newspaper $20.00 per yearcosts and are hoping threebusinesses will pay $4,000each with the village andtownship picking up therest,” he said.The guides will be distributedto 12,000 householdsin the township and600 in the village.The guides should beready by the end of September,and the school districthas offered to assist withdistribution, he noted.Posters promoting theguides will be placed atbusinesses and other locationsthroughout the community.Other BusinessIn other business, thetrustees:•Heard from SergeantMatt Luettke of the LucasCounty Sheriff’s Departmentregarding crime statisticsfor July.“We had a lot of juvenileproblems, criminal mischiefand vandalism,” said thesergeant, adding that a lot ofactivity took place at ValleyStream Park.There are still a lot ofyoung people out at night,but the sergeant believes thatwith the start of the schoolyear, the juvenile issues willtaper off.Sheriff’s deputies alsoare investigating severalcommercial establishmentbreaking and entering cases.He described the number ofthese cases as “somewhatdisturbing.”Mr. Glenn asked whetherissues Lincoln Green residentswere having withyouth late at night hasimproved. “Lincoln Greenhas calmed down,” repliedthe sergeant, noting that hehas received no complaintsrecently.•Announced that theLucas County ImprovementCorporation has changed itsname to Lucas County EconomicDevelopment Corporation.•Heard from AdministratorLeslie Kohli that theremaining items ordered forthe shelter house have beendelivered.Those items, which werepaid for using a $50,000grant, include 25 rectangularand 25 round tables, picnictables, trash receptacles,carts for chair storage, amicrowave and a smartboard with speakers to beutilized for conferences ormeetings.With those purchases,Ms. Kohli said the grantfunds are “now depleted.”•Learned from Mr.Hampton that he is workingwith an architect on a plan torenovate the township hall.The trustees expressed aninterest in updating the facilitiesseveral months ago.•Announced that therewill be a groundbreakingceremony at 10 a.m., Friday,September 7 at the SuperCinemas location. Art VanFurniture recently acquiredthe site for a new store,explained Ms. Kohli.•Ratified the bi-weeklypayroll of $136,322 for theperiod ending August 16.Please turn to page 2The Holland-Springfield Journal knows Journal readersare everywhere, and many are useful sources ofinformation yet to be tapped. With that in mind, the staffis working in cooperation with the Holland-Springfield-Spencer Historical Society on a special series regardingthe museum.In the August 14 issue, a Look Back article featured aphotograph (at left) of an unknown man and the historicalsociety speculated that the picture was taken at theHolland Depot during the first half of the 20th century.Karla Miller, historical society president, said thesociety recently received information on the photograph.“The man in the picture is Kenny Stewert Revard,born 1921,” said Mrs. Miller, adding, “His mother wasMary (Hall) Revard of Holland.Mr. Revard, who passed away in 1980, worked as acable splitter for the phone company. In 1942-43, thephone company was moved from the Hall Street addressto a block building on Clark Street, while the phone operatorswent to work at Ohio Bell Telephone in Toledo.“We now believe this to be the building on ClarkStreet that housed the telephone company, and the calendardate is November 1943,” Mrs. Miller noted.She expressed her appreciation to readers for helpingto identify the photo and Mr. Revard.This week the historical society president, is hopingJournal readers may be able to help identify the men inthe above photograph. The picture was captured outsidethe Holland Depot, possibly in the early 1900s, said Mrs.Miller.If residents can identify the men, what they are doingand where and when the picture was taken, as well asany other details, they are asked to submit the informationto the historical society at the Web sitewww.hsshs.org or by calling Mrs. Miller at 419-877-5855.As information becomes available, the Journal willpublish a follow-up story.Blue Devils new coach redefining Springfield footballAbove are members of the 2012 Blue Devils varsity football team. This Friday at 7 p.m. the Devils will host Bowsher inthe home opener. See season schedule below.By Sean MaioloVery little, if any, indepth analysis and researchis required to conclude that2011 was not a kind year forthe Blue Devils footballteam. Winless at home, shutout in three consecutivegames, giving up more than40 points in half their contestsare all simple andtelling statistics that arriveat an equally simple conclusion.But according to newHead Coach Pat Gucciardo,things on the Springfieldgridiron are going to bemuch more complex in2012 and, if summer workoutswere any indication,the results will be much differentas well.Gucciardo came toSpringfield from the perenniallyhigh scoring StartHigh School, where heserved as head coach fornearly a decade.The former Spartanshead boss models hisoffense off of nationalBlue Devils going for the green earlyBy Sean MaioloThe changing of the calendarfrom 2011 to 2012involved much more thanjust flipping over a datedpiece of paper for theSpringfield golf program.Springfield fielded both girlsand boys golf squads lastyear, but a lack of interestresulted in the former takinga hiatus.Greg Zielinski, whocoached the girls last year,takes over a small but talentedgroup laden with severalexperienced players. Of theirsix varsity competitors, fourare seniors and three ofthem–Nick Sosnowicz,Mikey Urban and BrandonTucholski–have played atthe varsity level since theywere freshmen.Zielinski noted that theirexperience gives them a distinctadvantage over muchof their competition thisyear.“This year they’re kind ofhoping to really go out therebecause they know that a lotof the seniors from the otherschools have graduated thisyear,” he said. “So they’rekind of setting out there towin more NLL matches thanthey have in the past.“I think it’s a prime timeto win because…everyone’sreally pulling together andbonding their senior year tosay, ‘Guys, it’s time for us tostep it up and do somethingthat we haven’t done in thepast. Let’s make somethinghappen this year.’”Unlike most other sports,less means more on the golfcourse. Zielinski hopes thatholds true for his squadbased on a pair of seasonopening wins at Fostoria andWaite.champion and offensiveguru Steve Spurrier, currentlythe head coach atSouth Carolina. On reputationalone, his scheme representsa dramatic shiftfrom 2011’s lacklusterattack.However, Gucciardocautioned against any zeroto hero expectations basedsolely off a new coachingphilosophy and morediverse playbook.“We have a lot of goodkids but our system takes awhile to install and obviouslywe’re not going to beable to put our entireoffense and defense systemsin our first year,” he said.“It’s kind of a buildingprocess and–it’s going totake a few years before wecan fully take advantage ofall the things we can dooffensively and defensively.“But I’m very, veryimpressed with the kids andhow much they’ve pickedup.”Gucciardo does not wantSpringfield won bothcompetitions, notching teamscores of 316 in Fostoria and319 at Waite. Urban led theBlue Devils in both contestswith individual scores of 74and 76, respectively.Those results came as nosurprise to Zielinski.“He’s always been one ofthe top golfers in the past,and this year he’s steppingup,” he said. “I think he’sreally striving to reach hisfull potential this year.”Other than putting uptheir lowest score possible,not much looks the samefrom one event to the nextdue to the significant numberof courses the team playson throughout the season.But despite the differentlandscapes, momentum canstill play a substantial role inthe Blue Devils’ success asevidenced by their first twovictories.“I think it shows how wecan carry momentum into itjust because it is that positiveattitude that the kidshave going into each matchsaying, ‘Hey, we won thislast one, let’s go out thereand take another onetoday,’” Zielinski said.Coach Zielinski and companyalso look forward toteeing off in their own backyardat Valleywood GolfClub. Given the nature ofthe game, many would notbelieve the Blue Devilgolfers, or any golf team forthat matter, could have anysort of home-field advantage,at least not in the traditionalfan support sense.Zielinski sees their homecourse being especially beneficialfor the Blue Devils.“I think that we will prettymuch dominate thatto mix up his long-termgoals with what he expectsthe Blue Devils to accomplishon the field this season,especially with 10seniors starting, many onboth sides of the ball.“We’re going after teamsthis year, and we expectthem to do well,” he added.“Our expectations areextremely high, and this isnot a building process as faras those seniors are concerned.We’re going towork with these kids, andwe’re going to win somegames this year.”Gucciardo also has takeninto account the team’sentire returning personnel inputting together his 2012system.“I’m definitely a supporterof the pass-happyoffense, and our staff does agreat job of teaching thatbut on the other side too, ifwe don’t have a quarterbackthat can sling it the way thatwe’ve had in the past, and ifwe don’t have an offensiveAbove are members of the 2012 Blue Devils freshman football team.course for the most partthroughout the season,” hesaid. “The reason being mostof our away matches, theschools have the advantageto where their home courseis a country club so it’s kindof a different caliber of golfcourse than they’re used toplaying at. But I think thatValleywood is a course thatthey’ve all played a lot, theyall know very well and thatthey will all be able to stepup and kind of take theirhome field advantage.”Despite the unpredictabilityof going to unfamiliarcourses, country clubs andotherwise, Zielinski said itcomes down more to eachindividual’s comfort leveland ability. Even thoughsome might struggle, heexpects others to thrive andhelp balance out the team’sfinal tally.Not surprisingly, however,Zielinski noted that the“mental game is the mostcrucial part” to the team’splay this year and thereforeone of the most criticalfocuses from him as a coach.“If you try to pull out thatone shot that screwed themup and show them howthere’s so many moreshots…and not let it screwup your whole round,” hesaid. “Whatever it may beyou have to block that outmentally rather than let itweigh on you the entireround.”If Fostoria and Waitewere any indication, Urbanand the rest of his teammateshave their mental gamedown and should make somenoise this season.“We will have a winningrecord this year,” Zielinskipredicted confidently.line that can protect it,that’s going to dictate whatyou do offensively,” hesaid.He added that their topskill players this season areat tailback but that the staffhas seamlessly adjusted tomaking that position a focalpoint of the offense, run orpass. Regardless of whoputs up the numbers,though, Gucciardo insistedthat they will be much betterthan last year.“It’s an exciting offenseto watch especially whenit’s hitting on all cylinderswhen the run and the passgame are flowing together,”he said, alluding to his timeat Start where points frequentlycame in bunches.But the Blue Devils needmore than just an offensiveoverhaul to put up moreW’s in 2012. Last season,the defense gave up nearly35 points per game, a talltask to overcome even foran elite offense.In their two victories lastyear, the defense gave up atotal of only 34 points andrecorded their only doubledigitsack games of the year.Gucciardo’s philosophylooks to build off of thegood things the defense didin those contests, modelinghis defense after that ofTexas A&M.“We are a blitz-happydefense, running that 3-4defense with multiple coveragesand things like that,”he said. “This year, thechemistry is not going to bethere only because it’s sucha complex scheme. But Ihonestly think these kidscan be very successful withouta doubt.”Despite their optimismand all the progress he andhis staff have made withputting their systems intoplace over the summer,Gucciardo did not hesitateto rate the difficulty of theprocess at the top of thezero to 10 scale.“There’s seven differentprotection schemes that wehave to teach when mosthigh schools have two,”Gucciardo said as an example.“Two college, complexschemes going into a highschool program takes time.”Another interesting noteheading into the 2012 seasonlies in the very unusualschedule the Blue Devilshave. Following a toughopening draw at CentralCatholic, Springfield’s nextfour games are all at home,allowing Gucciardo and hisstaff a friendlier environmentwith which to growand develop their systemand the players.“It’s a great thing to goup against a team like Centralthat is loaded this yearand should do extremelywell…it’s good for thesekids to see that this is whatfootball’s all about,” Gucciardosaid. “We’re excitedabout the schedule.”He added that he anticipatesthe team getting aheavy dose of urgency inthat first game to commit100 percent throughoutgiven how talented theiropponents will be. The CentralCatholic game hebelieves will be a goodbarometer of how well theycarry their mental toughnesson the gridiron from practiceto game situations.“The kids have learnedhow to fight, and that’swhat they need to do,” hesaid. “They need to competeevery play for four to sixseconds, and that’s somethingthat I preach all thetime and I see in practice.“That’s what I want tosee from the Central gamemoving forward I want tosee those kids competebecause if they do it on Fridaynight, they’re going tobe very successful this season.”SHS Blue Devils football 2012August 31 vs. BowsherSeptember 7 vs. RossfordSeptember 14 vs. PerrysburgSeptember 21 vs. NapoleonSeptember 28 at NorthviewOctober 5 at MaumeeOctober 12 vs. Bowling GreenOctober 19 at SouthviewOctober 26 at Anthony WayneGames begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are $6 for adults;$5 for students.Journal readers are everywhereFrom there to here, from here to there, Journal readers areeverywhere.The staff invites readers to submit photos of themselves orothers reading the paper where ever they may travel, whetherit is in New Hampshire or New Mexico.Steve and Sheryl Neiling and their family of Holland celebratedtheir 10th anniversary during an annual trip to HockingHills in southern Ohio. They and 35 extended family members–brothers,sisters and cousins–stayed in cabins surroundinga picturesque lake in the woods.“We hiked, canoed, swam, fished and enjoyed the quiet ofnature,” said Mrs. Neiling, adding, “A nightly campfire wasthe highlight of the evening.”Above are Evan Corey and Jacob and Christian Neiling atthe Rock House at Hocking Hills State Park.Readers and advertisers are encouraged to submit photosof themselves reading the paper. Try to include a familiarbackground. For example, Chimney Rock National HistoricSite makes an interesting backdrop for a reader in Nebraska.Photos may be submitted by e-mail toeditor@hollandsfj.us or by mail to The Journal, 117 East SecondStreet, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551. If photos are sent by mailand need to be returned, please include a self-addressed,stamped envelope.Please note the name of the person(s) in the photo andtheir hometown/business as well as any other details you maywant to add about the trip.

Page 2 — August 28, 2012 — HOLLAND-SPRINGFIELD JOURNALIt’sontheSylvania Municipal Court ReportThe following reportswere filed in the HollandPolice Department August1 through 15, 2012.Wednesday, August 1Accidents, SouthMcCord Road at NorthMall Drive, South McCordRoad at Kipling Drive,Angola at McCord roads;warrant arrest, SouthMcCord Road at KiplingDrive; shoplifting, 7000block Orchard CentreDrive.Thursday, August 2Traffic stop citations,1500 block HollowayRoad, Clark Street at DunnDrive; warrant arrest, 1700block Fielding Avenue,Toledo.Friday, August 3Accident, McCord Roadat Hall Street; warrantarrest, Clarion Avenue atSpringfield Drive.Saturday, August 4Traffic stop citation,South McCord Road atKipling Drive; warrantarrest, Hall at Jeffersonstreets, Front at Clarkstreets; driving under suspension,Holloway Road atRailroad street; assault,1300 block South McCordRoad.Springfield Local SchoolsPrime Times, Etc.The first Prime Time willtake place on Wednesday,September 12. Prime Timeis a two-hour delayed startfor students. This means thaton Prime Time mornings,students start school twohours later than a regularschool day. Prime Time isapplied for annually andapproved by the state to beused exclusively for professionaldevelopment for staff.Our community is alwayswelcome and encouraged toattend any of our schoolsPrime Time sessions. Markyour calendars for PrimeTime mornings as follows:September 12, November 7,December 12, January 16,February 13 and March 6.On behalf of all of us inSpringfield Schools...thankyou for a great start andwelcome to the 2012-13school year. The summerflew by with many hot daysand hopefully the opportunityto enjoy some fun andfamily time. I am excited towelcome back our students,The Springfield HighSchool Academic Boosterswill hold their annualSpringfield Sprint, a 5Krun/family walk on Sunday,October 7 at StrawberryAcres Park in Holland.Registration opens at 8a.m. and the race begins at 9PUBLIC RECORDSunday, August 5Accidents, HollowayRoad at Front Street, AngolaRoad at Clark Street;driving under the influence,Holloway Road at FrontStreet; unspecified investigation,7100 block FrontStreet; disorderly conduct,6900 block SpringfieldDrive.Monday, August 6Traffic stop citations,South McCord Road atKipling Drive, HollowayRoad at Spring MeadowsDrive West; driving undersuspension, Clarion Avenueat Springfield Drive.Tuesday, August 7Traffic stop citation,Hall at Jefferson Street;unspecified investigation,1100 block South McCordRoad; theft, 1300 blockSouth McCord Road, 7000block Orchard CentreDrive.Wednesday, August 8Shoplifting, 7000 blockOrchard Centre Drive;domestic violence, 1100block Columbus Drive.Thursday, August 9Theft, 1300 block SouthMcCord Road.Friday, August 10Warrant arrest, 1300From the desk ofKathryn Hott, Superintendentof Springfield Schoolsstaff, family members andvolunteers for what promisesto be an exciting schoolyear.Our school district hasbeen extremely fortunate tohave wonderful teacherswho spent countless hourswriting grants to secureneeded funding to provideinnovative programs forSpringfield students. Inaddition, on August 24, theSpringfield Schools Foundationhosted its inaugural“Tee It Up for Technology”golf outing to raise dollarsto bring new technology toclassrooms across the district.Thanks to the support ofParamount and Farmers’Insurance, the next editionof The Voicenewsletter willsoon arrive in mailboxesthroughout the school district.This publication isproduced at no expense toour taxpayers.The district Web sitew w w. s p r i n g f i e l d l o c a lschools.net is an excellentresource for updated schoolinformation, access to oura.m.A Toledo Roadrunnerscertified5K race course, thesprint is open to all ages.Awards will be given tooverall male and female aswell as to winners in eachdivision.The divisions are ages 10# ' ()%*')+' ", -.)/+(./0 !"##$% & $The following cases wereheard in Sylvania MunicipalCourt August 13 to 17, 2012.Mark L. Wiler, Toledo;reckless operation, second;fines, $250; court costs, $219;30 days jail, 10 suspended; 18month license suspension.Anthony B. Roberts, Toledo;assault; fines, $200; courtcosts, $93; 106 days jail, 90suspended; petty theft; fines,$200; court costs, $118; 90days jail, 90 suspended;restitution of $199.32.Billy R. Schroeder, Holland;reckless operation second;fines, $250, $150 suspended;court costs, $118; 17days jail, 14 suspended; oneyear license suspension.DefinitionsOVI–operating a vehicleunder the influence.DUS–driving under suspensionHolland Village Police Reportblock South McCord Road.Saturday, August 11Accident, HollowayRoad at Airport Highway;traffic stop citations, (2)South McCord Road atKipling Drive; drug violation,McCord Road atKipling Drive; shoplifting,1300 block South McCordRoad.Sunday, August 12Traffic stop citation,Holloway Road at HallStreet; drug violation, 7100block Orchard CentreDrive; theft, 7000 blockOrchard Centre Drive.Monday, August 13Accident, HollowayRoad; traffic stop citation,Spring Meadows West atOrchard Centre drives.Tuesday, August 14Traffic stop citations,Clarion Avenue at KiplingDrive, 1500 block HollowayRoad; disorderlyconduct, 7100 block AirportHighway; theft, 7000block Orchard CentreDrive.Wednesday, August 15Traffic stop citations,(2) Holloway Road at HallStreet; (6) Hall Street atSouth McCord Road.Progress Book program,lunch information and valuablelinks to assist you ingetting important information.You also may join ourkey communicators list viathe Web site for updates andthe latest school information.It is so easy to do–emailKristina White atkristina white@slsmail.netand ask to be placed on thekey communicator list.The “instant alert system”also is a valuableresource that allows subscribersto receive text or e-mail notifications andreminders–links are providedthrough the Web site oneach school’s homepage.Needless to say there isso much more to share withyou that I cannot begin tocover it all in this article.As always, I look forward tosharing with you all theaccomplishments, awards,achievements and success ofour students, staff, parentsand community as we begina new year. We have somuch to be proud of.SHS Academic Boosters annual 5Krun/family walk to be held in Oct.and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, and 65 and older.Participants may preregisterat a cost of $15 foradults and $10 for childrenin grades kindergartenthrough 12. Registrationsalso will be accepted on raceday and will be $20, adultsand $15, K-12.Springfield Sprint organizersalso are seeking eventsponsors and volunteers tohelp with the race. Tobecome a sponsor, volunteeror participate in the race,contact Debbie Welch atd e b b i e w @ b u c k e y e -access.com or Cathy Quintoat 4quintos@att.net.By Cheri Copeland-ShullPrincipalDorr Elementary was a“buzz” again this weekwith the staff training ofthe OLWEUS program.This is a bullying preventionprogram and beingimplemented districtwidewith all staff members,including bus drivers,cafeteria workers, lunchroom and recess monitors,custodians, librarians,office staff, teachers, andadministrators.The district is committedto implementing thisnew program to ensure thesafety and well-being ofour students. Staff committeesfrom each buildingprovided the training toensure its success. We areexcited to implement thisprogram to provide a safe,Springfield Townshipwill provide a free dumpsterservice for residents onthree weekends during September.The dumpster is locatedbehind the township buildingat 7617 Angola Road,and will be open from 8a.m. to noon, on Fridaysand Saturdays, September 7and 8, 14 and 15, 21 and22.Drop-offs are limited toone pick-up truckload oftrash per weekend, withtownship resident I.D.Nothing above the naturalsides of the pick-up truck.(No plywood sides.)This service is not forcommercial, industrial orbusiness use.Dorr ElementarySchool Newspredictable environmentfor all and to allow all tofeel empowered to make apositive difference.Dumpster Days to be offeredthree weekends in SeptemberNo raw garbage, leaves,grass, tree stumps, computers,roofing materials, tires,batteries, ammunition,chemicals, explosives,toxic materials, hazardouswaste, tires, vehicle bodiesor engines will be accepted.No blacktop, rocks,bricks, concrete, stone orsand will be accepted.No refrigerators, airconditioners or any appliancescontaining freon willbe accepted.All loads will beinspected, and residency inSpringfield Township willbe verified. Call the townshipoffice at 419-865-0239, for more information.Frogtown Low Vision group tohost area’s expo for the blindFrogtown Low VisionSupport Group is sponsoringthe area’s first productexpo for visually impairedand blind individuals onWednesday, September 5,from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., atthe Reynolds Cornerslibrary branch, 4833 DorrStreet in Toledo.The event will featurethe world’s most advancedproducts designed to helppeople with low vision,including GPS systems thatassist with walking, highperformance magnifiersthat scan and read textaloud, handheld video magnifiers,and a variety ofadvanced technology solutionsto enhance daily life.“I used to strain to readfrom a few inches away,but today’s technologymakes reading much easier,”said Paul Rachow,cofounder of the FrogtownLow Vision Support Group.“Over 5 percent of Americanshave low vision, andwe’re thrilled to let themtry cutting-edge technologythat can dramaticallyimprove their lives andgive them more independence– at home, at work,and on the go.”Ken Serey, a representativefor the Visual TechConnection, a low visionproducts company, agrees.“People with low visionhave better technology toassist them than everbefore, and it’s our job tomake people aware of howthese tools can change theirlives. We’re not just educatingthem, we’re empoweringthem.”The expo is free andopen to the public. Formore, visit the FrogtownLow Vision Support GroupWeb site, www.frogtownvision.org or call 419-867-1940 for more information.Frogtown Low VisionSupport Group helps peoplewith low vision maximizetheir independencethrough education and support.The group typicallymeets at 10 a.m. on the firstWednesday of every monthat the Reynolds Cornerslibrary.Two Sept.fund-raisersto benefit Yell & TellThere will be two fundraisersto benefit Yell &Tell: Stop Child AbuseNow, Inc. in September.The fourth annual 2012All Mustang Car Showheld by the Toledo Mustangswill be presented onSunday, September 16,from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. atBrondes Ford, 5545 SecorRoad.The event is free to thegeneral public. Donationswill be accepted. There willOld AirportHwy. to beclosed fornew culvertDue to a culvertreplacement, a section ofOld Airport Highway willbe closed for 10 days,starting August 27, accordingto the Lucas Countyengineer’s office.The Lucas CountyCommissioners awarded acontract to PHC Inc. ofToledo, for replacement ofthe culvert between AirportHighway/State Route2 and Crissey Road.During the project, OldAirport will be closed tothrough traffic betweenAirport Highway/Route 2and Crissey.be 50/50 give-a-ways, liveDJ, food and a raffle at 2p.m.Trophy/awards ceremonyat 3 p.m. There will bedash plaques to the first100 mustangs. For moreinformation call 419-473-1411.The University of Toledoelectrical shop willsponsor the fifth annualbowling fund-raiser andsilent auction on Saturday,September 29 at noon atInterstate Lanes in Rossford.The cost is $12 per person.For more information,call 419-764-9302 or 419-343-6988.41 st Annual Jewelry, Gem& Mineral ShowStranahan Complex4645 HeatherdownsToledo, OHSept. 7-9, 2012Military FREE with IDScouts FREE in uniformKids under 12 FREE w/ adultBring in this full ad for 50 cents offregular price admission. Coupon valid forup to 4 people. Not valid with any otherdiscounts. Discount Code WL.50¢ OFF www.rockyreader.comAs a kick-off for thisprogram, we will be havinga Spirit Week beginningthe week of September17. The week will havethe following days:•Monday: Put Bullyingto Bed–wear your favoritepair of pajamas.•Tuesday: Bullying isCrazy–wear mismatchedclothing.•Wednesday: Bullyingfrom Head to Toe–wear ahat or a silly pair of socks.•Thursday: Team UpAgainst Bullying–wearyour favorite team shirt.•Friday: Stay Cool,Friends Rule–wear yourOLWEUS bullying T-shirt.The kick-off tailgateevent will be held Friday,September 21, from 5:30to 6:30 p.m., at the footballgame.We hope you will joinus and support this newinitiative.Three SHS students attendauditions at IMTA conventionSpringfield High School students Anna Heudecker,Dexter Baker and Dynasty Darden spent a week in NewYork in July at auditions in front of more than 200 agentsand directors who attended the International Modelingand Talent Association (IMTA) convention.All three placed in the top five of their categories andhad call backs. They all have been contacted by agentsand will be going to New York and Los Angeles, California,for signings for acting, modeling and singing.Owens Alumni Associationto host annual golf classicArea residents are invitedto enjoy a day of golfand entertainment in supportof alumni programsand scholarships as OwensCommunity College’sAlumni Association holdsits 10th annual Golf Classicon Monday, September 24.Organized by the OwensAlumni Association’s steeringcommittee, the golfouting will be held at BelmontCountry Club in Perrysburg.The event will feature18-holes of golf,lunch, grazing dinner andan awards program.Golf Classic event sponsorsare the Hylant Groupand Hylant AdministrativeServices. In addition, MetzgersPrinting + Mailing isthe print sponsor.“Owens CommunityCollege’s Alumni Associationis proud to host a communitywideevent, benefittingstudents in pursuit of acollege education,” saidLaura Moore, associationexecutive director. “Thegolf classic is a uniqueopportunity for businessand industry, as well asOwens alumni, to providecontinued support for highereducation, ensuring ourThere will be a community-wideTailgate Party onFriday, September 21, from5:30 to 6:30 p.m., outside ofSpringfield Community Stadiumto help introduceOlweus, the district’s K-8students with opportunitiesfor transformational lifelonglearning.”The four-person scramblegolf competition willbegin with a shotgun startat 1:30 p.m. Lunch willprecede the golf from 11:30a.m. to 1 p.m., followed bya brief golf demonstrationat 1 p.m. The day will concludewith participantsreminiscing about theirgolfing experience over agrazing dinner at 6 p.m. Atthe dinner prize winnerswill be recognized.Individuals, businessesand organizations are invitedto enter a team and/orbecoming a sponsor. Levelsof support include theEagle Sponsor ($1,000),Birdie Sponsor ($800),Mulligan Sponsor ($350)and Bogey Sponsor ($250).Belmont Country Clubis on Bates Road in Perrysburg.The tournament islimited to the first 30 foursometeams.For more information,or to register a team, callthe Owens Alumni RelationsOffice at 567-661-7876 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, extension 7876.Tailgate Party set for Sept. 2150¢ OFFExhibitsDemonstrationsScholarship RaffleFree Kid’s Mineral KitsKid’s Games/Activities20+ Vendors!!!Club SalesFREEPARKING!FRI 2-8 * SAT 10-6 * SUN 11-5Presented by:bullying prevention initiative.Olweus information willbe shared. Several supportershave donated hot dogsand beverages for guests toenjoy before the Blue Devilsvarsity football team takeson Napoleon. It also is thesame evening that fans willenjoy Springfield MiddleSchool Band Night.Holland-SpringfieldPUBLISHED WEEKLYMailing Address: P.O. Box 267, Perrysburg, Ohio 43552Office: 117 East Second Street, PerrysburgPhone 419-874-4491E-mail: editor@hollandsfj.usWELCH PUBLISHING CO.John B. Welch, PublisherJane Welch-Maiolo, EditorMatt Welch, Advertising ManagerAll news items MUST INCLUDE NAMEAND TELEPHONE NUMBER shouldfurther information be neededNews Deadline: Thursday, at 10:00 a.m.Advertising Deadline: Thursday, at 10:00 a.m.Liability for errors and/or omissions in publication of any advertisement bythe HOLLAND-SPRINGFIELD JOURNAL, whether due to negligence orotherwise, is limited to rerunning without charge that portion of the advertisementpublished incorrectly. In case of error or omission, the publisherwill, upon request, furnish the advertiser with a letter stating that such erroror omission occurred. The HOLLAND-SPRINGFIELD JOURNAL willnot be responsible for errors or omissions in any advertising beyond thefirst insertion or for errors in electronically submitted ads. Other than asstated above. The HOLLAND-SPRINGFIELD JOURNAL assumes noresponsibility or liability for any monetary loss or damages resulting fromany error or omission. All copy is subject to the approval of the publisher,who reserves the right to reject or cancel any submission at any time. Theopinions expressed in paid advertisements and/or letters to the Editorwhich are published in The HOLLAND-SPRINGFIELD JOURNAL donot necessarily reflect the opinion or philosophy of The HOLLAND-SPRINGFIELD JOURNAL.ODOT to open Route 24 bypassOn Wednesday, August29, the Ohio Department ofTransportation District Twowill begin the process ofopening the new U.S. Route24 alignment, from Watervilleto Napoleon.On August 29, westboundRoute 24 will opento traffic near Fallen TimbersLane.Additionally at this time,the ramps to/from Route 24to/from state routes 64, 295,and 109 will open. Thisincludes both eastbound andwestbound Route 24 traffic.The new eastboundRoute 24, at the Napoleontie in, will open to trafficapproximately six to 24PowerWashing!Local company cleaning everything.Houses, Concrete Washing and Sealing,Decks, Fences and more!Call now for great summer savings.Call(614) 223-9221 or(800) 311-8360Licensed and insuredhours later for traffic patternchange. Motorists willuse current eastbound Route24.Through November, lanerestrictions are possible inboth directions of the Route24 bypass between Route109 and County Road 11 fortie in work.Effective August 29through November, the formerRoute 24 betweenRoute 109 and TownshipRoad 10 will be closed fortie in work. Motorists willbe detoured via Route 109to the new Route 24.The project completiondate is May 2013, weatherpermitting.Labor Day closingsIn observance of Labor Day, the following businessesand offices will be closed on Monday, September 3.•Holland Springfield Journal offices•Owens Community College, closed September 1-3•Holland Post Office, 6923 Angola Road•Springfield Township offices•Village of Holland, 1245 Clarion Avenue•Toledo-Lucas County Libraries, closed September 2-3•Fifth Third Bank, 6600 Airport Highway•PNC, 7015 West Spring Meadows Drive•Jeep Country Credit Union, 7030 West Spring MeadowsDrive•Huntington Bank, 1311 South McCord RoadStorm clean upContinued from page 1•Approved bills for theperiod of August 7 toAugust 20 of $215,399. Thebills include a payment of$125,046 for the secondquarter of services from thesheriff ’s department; a$21,400 payment to KistlerFord for replacement of apublic services truck, and$31,155 to Toledo Edisonfor electrical service.Due to the Labor Dayholiday, the next trustees’meeting will be at 7 p.m.,Tuesday, September 4, at thetownship hall, 7617 AngolaRoad, and is open to thepublic.Springfield Local SchoolsUpcoming EventsAugust28 2:45 pm SHS Department Head meeting29 2:40 pm SHS Staff meeting31 1:50 pm High School Fall Pep Rally31 5:00 pm SMS DanceSeptember03 No School–Labor Day04 2:30 pm SMS Staff Meeting04 6:30 pm Crissey Parent Meeting04 7:00 pm SLS Fifth Grade Parent Meetingin SHS AuditoriumUSE THE CLASSIFIEDS419-874-2528 !"#$$%"#$$&'()*+,*) *,(,# +--./0$12 134 35356*7- 85198295:::77!"# $!

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Carpentry, painting,plumbing, electrical, powerwashing and more. 25+ yearsexperience. Free estimates.567-377-3206.BRICK REPAIR, O’Shannons.Specializing in solvingmasonry problems. Chimneys,porches, foundations, tuckpointing,cement work. Fullylicensed and insured. Licensenumber BTR05128HRC.419-270-3782.APPLIANCE REPAIR.Fast professional service toHolland, Springfield Township,Toledo vicinity andSwanton. Call Dave SmithAppliance Repair at419-474-4888 or go toDaveSmithAppliance.com toschedule service or order partsonline.WANTED TO BUY$300 and Up for AllJunk and RepairableCars/Trucks.Guaranteed.Lowest Prices on Auto PartsFree Towing • 7 Days a WeekHomer’s Auto Parts4848 N. Detroit Avenuenear Laskey419-478-5052WANTED GUNS, any age,any condition. Also WWIIand earlier military items. Indianartifacts. Rob,419-340-5808, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.A MECHANIC buys vehicles;looks, pays accordingly,anything with wheels.419-870-0163.BUYING MOST items fromgarages. 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If she is provided withenough exercise during the day, she will be calm and contentfor the rest of the evening.Pinky’s adoption includes a six-week Good Manners obedienceclass to help train her new family on the proper way tobring out the best behaviors in Pinky.Pinky has been spayed, examined by a TAHS staff veterinarian,is current on her vaccinations and is microchipped.For more information, visit the Toledo Area Humane Society,1920 Indian Wood Circle, Maumee or call 419-891-0705.All adoptable animals can be viewed by visiting the Web siteat www.toledoareahumanesociety.orgGARAGE SALESALL GARAGE SALE AD-VERTISING MUST BEPREPAID, BY CASH,CREDIT CARD ORCHECK, BY 10 A.M.WEDNESDAY BEFOREPUBLICATION OR THEAD WILL NOT RUN.SUPER SATURDAY garagesale, Woodland Mall (use frontentrance), 1234 North MainStreet, September 1, 9 a.m. to5 p.m. Free admission. 100vendors with antiques, coins,glassware, sports cards. 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Current scheduleand registration formsavailable online at www.EdgertonArt.com; Call: 419-290-OILS [6457], Email:Edgerton.ART@att.net.HELP WANTEDBakeryDays, including weekends.Apply in person, M-F, 10-4.MacQueen Orchards7605 Garden RoadHolland, OhioTRAINCOTRUCK DRIVING SCHOOLDay • Eves • Weekend ClassJob PlacementCompany Paid TrainingCall 419-837-5730Train Locally-Save HasslePERRYSBURG CAMPUSwww.traincoinc.comWE ARE COMFORT KEEPERS®EXPERIENCE THEJOYS AND REWARDSAre you ready to make adifference in someone’s life?We’re looking for honest,compassionate, reliable peopleto take care of our clients. Earna wage for doing something youalready enjoy doing. To learnwhat becoming a ComfortKeeper® is all about, callAmanda at 419-874-4880 or visitwww.ahandinthehome.org.109 W. 5th St.Perrysburg, OH 43551Ph. 419-874-4880WWW.COMFORTKEEPERS.COMOver 550 independently owned & operatedoffices worldwide.FOR RENTAffordable ApartmentsApplications being accepted forefficiency and 1 bedroom apartmentsfor eligible seniors andphysically disabled adults. Rentsbelow market rate, utilities included.Located in beautiful, historicdowntown Perrysburg. Formore information contact:Elm House Apartments419-874-2376VACATION RENTALSPLACE YOURVacation Rentalshere. Call us419-874-4491 toplace your ad.MISCELLANEOUS* * * NOTICE * * *Investigate before you invest.Call the Ohio Divisionof Securities BEFORE purchasingan investment. Callthe Division’s Investor ProtectionHotline at 800-788-1194 to learn if theinvestment is properly registeredand if the seller isproperly licensed. Please beadvised that many work athome advertisements do notyield what is promised. It isbest to investigate the companybefore applying for anywork at home position.(This notice is a public serviceof the Welch Publishing Co.)PUBLISHER’S NOTICEAll real estate advertising in thisnewspaper is subject to the FederalFair Housing Act whichmakes it illegal to advertise “anypreference, limitation or discriminationbased on race, color,religion, sex, handicap, familialstatus or national origin, or intentionto make any such preference,limitation ordiscrimination.” Familial statusincludes children under the ageof 18 living with parents or legalcustodians, pregnant women andpeople securing custody of childrenunder 18. This newspaperwill not knowingly accept anyadvertising for real estate whichis in violation of the law. Ourreaders are hereby informed thatall dwellings advertised in thisnewspaper are available on anequal opportunity basis. Call theFair Housing Center, 243-6163,before you run your advertisement.To complain of discriminationcall HUD toll-free at1-800-669-9777. The toll-freetelephone number for thehearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.Macomber/WhitneyClass of 1957to hold reunionon September 10The Macomber/WhitneyClass of 1957 will hold its 55-year reunion lunch on Monday,September 10, at theCrystal Restaurant in the RamadaInn. Those attendingwill order from the menu.For more information orreservations, call Gloria Hammond-Cattellat 734-847-8445 or Ed Kerchevall at734-847-8535.CHECKUSOUT!www.Hollandsfj.usHolland-SpringfieldJournalO b i t u a r y•HELEN SHEARONHelen D. Shearon, 96, ofHolland, died Sunday, August19, 2012. She was bornon January 23, 1916, in Montrose,Illinois, to Carrie andHarold Moore. She resided atSpring Meadows SeniorCommunity. She enjoyedplaying the piano, and shesang with the Mari-Larks formany years. As a member ofFaith Community UCC, Mrs.Shearon sang in the choir andwas an active member of theGood-Bunch. She was currentlya member of HollandFree Methodist Church.Mrs. Shearon is survivedby her son, Patrick (Linda)Shearon and their children,Lori (Timothy) Thorne, Mark(Monique) Shearon anddaughter, Mary Colledge andher children, Colleen(Daniel) DeProspero, Joy(James) Kebbler, Bobbie(Wyatt) Rodriguez, and Amy(David) Suh; 10 great-grandchildren,and several niecesand nephews. She was precededin death by her husbandof 57 years, Carl;son-in-law, Bob, and sisters,Jenna, Nedra and Beatrice.Funeral services wereheld Friday, August 24, at theWalter Funeral Home,Toledo, Ohio. Interment wasin Ottawa Hills MemorialPark.Those planning an expressionof sympathy are asked toconsider the Spring MeadowsResidents Council Fund,1125 Clarion Avenue, Holland,Ohio, 43538 orOdyssey Hospice at 1745 IndianWood Circle, Suite 200,Maumee, Ohio 43537.Springfield Local Schools menusThe Springfield Schoolscafeteria menus for August27-31, are as follows:BreakfastMonday, August 27Big fresh baked oatmealcookie or Assorted cerealwith mini bagelFruit juiceTuesday, August 28Waffles with syrup or Assortedcereal with grahamcrackerFruit juiceWednesday, August 29Toasted cheese sandwich orAssorted cereal with toastFruit juiceThursday, August 30Biscuit with egg and sausageor Assorted cereal withgranola barFruit juiceFriday, August 31Scrambled eggs with cheese,toast or Assorted cerealwith toastFruit juiceElementary/MiddleSchool LunchMonday, August 27Soft shell beef taco with lettucecup and cheese orBean burrito with cheeseCornRefried beansFruit cupTuesday, August 28Beef hot dog on bun orGrilled cheese sandwichPickle spearTator totsFresh fruitTomato juiceWednesday, August 29Hamburger with pickle spearor Fish sandwich withcheeseVeggie pasta saladApplesauceTomato juiceThursday, August 30Chicken tenders or Chefsalad (ham, turkey,cheese)Wheat rollBroccoliFruit cupTomato juiceFriday, August 31School pizza (Marco’s pizza–Dorr) or Egg salad wrapCalifornia mixed vegetablesFresh fruitTomato juiceHigh School LunchMonday, August 27Philly beef sandwich or FishsandwichThree bean saladApplesauceFruit cupTomato juiceTuesday, August 28Cold sub sandwich or SloppyJoe sandwichSweet potato totsFresh fruit cupApplesauceTomato juiceWednesday, August 29Hamburger on bun or Turkeywrap sandwichMixed green saladTomato and cucumber slicesAssorted fresh fruitFruit juiceThursday, August 30Barbecue rib sandwich orDiced chicken salad withgrapesWheat rollBroccoliAssorted fresh fruitApplesauceFriday, August 31Marco’s pizza or Egg saladon wheat bagelCarrot and celery sticks withdipBaked friesFruit CupFruit juiceNote: Milk is served with allmeals.ABLE seeks volunteer advocatesfor residents of nursing homesCameron Conrad, of Holland,a graduate of St. John’sJesuit High School, has receivedseveral scholarships.He is the recipient of theHillsdale College Half-TuitionScholarship, MiamiUniversity Redhawk ExcellenceScholarship, OhioState University Eminenceand Maximums scholarships,University of MiamiDickinson and Gables scholarships,and Villanova UniversityScholarship.The St. John’s Class of2012, comprised of 194 students,earned more than $14million in college scholarshipsbased upon academic,athletic, and/or artistic talent.“We are very proud of theClass of 2012 who embracedtheir Jesuit education andThe Regional Long TermCare Ombudsman Programat Advocates for Basic LegalEquality, Inc. (ABLE) isseeking volunteer ombudsmento help provide advocacyservices to residentsliving in nursing homes.Training sessions are beingplanned. Applicants mustcomplete an applicationprocess before attendingclasses.In 1978, The Long-TermCare Ombudsman Programwas mandated by the OlderAmericans Act to serve as avisible advocate for the elderly.Long-Term Care Ombudsmenadvocate forresident rights and qualitycare, and provide education toempower long-term care recipients.Volunteers are essentialto RegionalLong-Term Care Ombudsmanservices. They extendthe capacity of the programby establishing a presence inthe nursing home facilities innorthwest Ohio.Volunteer Ombudsmen aretrained before entering a facility.They receive certificationby the State of Ohio followinga 14-hour initialtraining and a Bureau ofCriminal Investigation Check.This training is designed toassist participants in becomingeffective advocates fornursing home residents. Oncecertified, volunteers are expectedto contribute a minimumof four hours eachmonth at an assigned facility.Approximately 13,000 individualsreside in long-termcare facilities located in theprogram's 10-county servicearea, which includes Defiance,Erie, Fulton, Henry,Lucas, Ottawa, Paulding,Sandusky, Williams, andWood counties.For more information or tovolunteer, call the Long TermCare Ombudsman Programvolunteer coordinator at 419-259-2891 or 1-800-542-1874or send an e-mail tovolunteers@ablelaw.org.Volunteers must be at least18 years old and currently notemployed as a long-term careprovider.Conrad receives scholarshipsCameron Conradexcelled academically,” saidFr. Joaquin Martinez, S.J.,president of St. John’s JesuitHigh School and Academy.HOLLAND-SPRINGFIELD JOURNAL — August 28, 2012 — Page 3ADVENT LUTHERANCHURCHCorner of Sylvania Avenueand McCord RoadSylvania, OH419-882-3701Sunday Worship - 10:15 a.m.The little churchwith a big heart.LIVING FAITHUMC1240 Columbus Ave.Holland, OH 43528419-865-3943www.Livingfaithumc.orgSUNDAYSunday School - 9:15 a.m. -Adult Sunday School, KidsTime (3 years old-5th grade)Morning Worship - 10:30a.m. - Live Big (3 year olds-5thgrade)Coffee and Doughnut Fellowship- 10:00-10:30 a.m.TUESDAYKids Time - 3:45-5:30(grades K-5) - Tutoring, snacksand recreation.WEDNESDAYPotluck - 5 p.m.THURSDAYAfter School Youth Program- 2:30-5:00 p.m. (6th-12thgrades)You’re Welcome Here!Open Hearts, Open Doors,Open Minds.StartingSept 15/16WHITEHOUSE6950 Whitehouse Sq BlvdIN THE CHURCH OF YOUR CHOICEPROVIDENCELUTHERAN CHURCH8131 Airport Highway(corner Albon and Airport)Holland, Ohio 43528(419) 865-4548SATURDAY5:00 p.m. - Blended Servicewith CommunionSUNDAY8:00 a.m. - Traditional Service9:28 a.m. - Praise Service10:45 a.m. - TraditionalService~Communion offered everyfirst and third Sundays.~A nursery is provided atthe 9:28 and 10:45 a.m. services.~Faith Trek every Sunday(for kids 3 years old throughsixth grade) 9:28 to 10:30 a.m.~Fellowship Time andSnack Shack 10:15 to 10:45a.m.NEW HOPECHRISTIANCHURCH(Disciples of Christ)Corner of Gardenand Holloway RoadsHolland, Ohio 43528Sunday School: 9 a.m.Worship: 10 a.m.(419) 867-1535www.newhopedisciples.comMeets at thePerrysburg YMCA(Fort Meigs Centerfor Health Promotion)13415 Eckel Junction Rd.Perrysburg, Ohio 43551Sunday Mornings 10:00 a.m.A Reformed Church Teachingthe Bible verse-by-versePastor Joe Hillrich419-356-1127covechurch@gmail.comWe would love to have youvisit with us!“corner of Angola & Albon”8201 Angola Roadwww.aplacetomeetgod.org419-867-7794Join us Sunday morningat 10 a.m.Classes for the kids.Attend the Church of Your ChoiceA DOCUMENTARY OF CHANGEIN THE LIVES OF SIX TOLEDOANS.Be a part of this powerful presentation ofHOPE.OPENINGSEPT 15/16WATCH THE MOVIE TRAILERS AT:SATURDAYSSATURDAYS5:15PM 7SUNDAYS9A A1M1 10:47PM45AA1M12:9AM10:45 AM12:30PMWESTTOLEDO2600 West Sylvania AveCurrentlySATURDAYS6PMSOUTH TOLEDO2150 South Byrne Rd29129 Lime City Rd PERRYSBURG iCAMPUS Watch Live OnlineRHS 50+ reunion Sept. 29Classmates who graduatedfrom Rossford HighSchool 50 years or moreago are invited to meetwith their former classmatesfor lunch at the CarranorHunt and Polo Clubin Perrysburg, on Saturday,September 29.Alumni will meet atnoon for a social hour, andlunch will be served at 1p.m.The cost is $15.50 perperson. There will be acash bar.For reservations, callCaroline Klotz at 419-868-7670 by Friday, September21.Have anews tip?Do you have an ideafor a good story in theHolland/Springfieldcommunity?Call the Journal at419-874-4491 or send ane-mail with your news toeditor@hollandsfj.us.Penta Career Center announcesfree and reduced price meal policyPenta Career Center announces its 2012-2013 school year policy for free and reducedpricemeals for students unable to pay the full price of meals served under the National SchoolLunch and Breakfast Program. Local school officials have adopted the following income eligibilityscale for free or reduced-price meals:Household Size: Income Eligibility Income Eligibility Income EligibilityYearly Monthly Weekly1 $20,665 $1,723 $3982 $27,991 $2,333 $5393 $35,317 $2,944 $6804 $42,643 $3,554 $8215 $49,969 $4,165 $9616 $57,295 $4,775 $1,1027 $64,621 $5,386 $1,2438 $71,947 $5,996 $1,384For each additionalfamily member, add $7,326 $611 $141Students from households with income at or below the levels shown above may be eligiblefor free and reduced-price meals. Applications are available through the Penta CareerCenter Web site (www.pentacareercenter.org) and the student Services and admissions office.To apply for free and reduced price benefits, parents/guardians should fill out the applicationand return it to the school.For more information about the free and reduced-price meal program, contact Penta CareerCenter at 419-666-1120.

Page 4 — August 28, 2012 — HOLLAND-SPRINGFIELD JOURNALBy William Renwand,PrincipalWelcome to the 2012-13year at Holloway Elementary,an “Excellent” school,as reported by the Ohio Departmentof Educationschool report card.I know the summermonths can be busy, and Ihope that everyone has hadthe opportunity to relax andhave some fun and greatfamily times together.Sending children off toschool for the first time orfor another academic yearcan be stressful. The faculty,staff, and I have great expectationsfor the 2012-13school year as we continueto enhance and refine thequality educational programmingthat Holloway provides.This year we will kick-offthe K-8 Olweus bullyingprevention program. Ourstaff has been planning andtraining with this programsince January of this year.Join us at the kick-offtailgate party on September21, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.,before the home footballgame.We held our open houselast week, where we officiallykicked off the newschool year and introducedour new staff members.EveningclassSept. 10Day classOct. 1Holloway ElementarySCHOOL NEWSHolloway has a fewchanges within our gradelevel teaching staff as well aswe will have a few new facesin our teaching ranks.In kindergarten, Mrs.Thomas along with Mrs.Candiello are returning toHolloway.Mrs. Hasemeyer in thirdgrade and Mrs. Gerken infifth grade are joining ourHolloway teams.Our grade 1-5 art teacherhas a new name, Mrs. Cancio,and at kindergarten Mrs.Sutherland returns.In addition to the classroompositions, we will haveMrs. Smith as a Title I tutor,Ms. Valasek will be our parttimeguidance counselor andMrs. Riedel is our one day aweek school psychologist.Please welcome our newstaff members at Holloway.We want to stress the importanceof the home/schoolrelationship.For our part, the schoolwill communicate academic,social and behavior expectationsthrough the district,school, and classroomnewsletters and our Web site.We also are available forpersonal and phone conferencesthroughout the day.Due to the varied schedules,teachers have during theweek, it is best to set a specifictime to meet or contactthem. Utilizing Progressbook,the on-line studentOliver Hazard Perry program at Owenscelebrates bicentennial of War of 1812Area residents are invitedto relive the War of 1812 andarguably one of its most significantmoments and militaryleaders of that time asOwens Community College’sCenter for Fine andPerforming Arts presents“Oliver Hazard Perry: Heroof Lake Erie” in a scholarlyportrayal by Fine and PerformingArts Assistant ProfessorJeremy Meier onMonday, September 10.Meier’s 35-minute monologueas Commodore Perryabout the Battle of Lake Eriewill begin at 7 p.m., in theStudio Theatre on the campuslocated on Oregon Roadin Perrysburg Township.The performance, whichis taking place in conjunctionwith the bicentennial celebrationof the War of 1812, isfree and open to the public.Adorned in period clothing,which was designed andconstructed by Owens Fineand Performing Arts AdjunctInstructor Nichole Newman,Mr. Meier will provide insightinto Perry’s life whileserving in the U.S. Navy.Perry is well known forhis victory over an entireBritish squadron during theBattle of Erie, which elevatedhis status to nationalhero.AJ Zoodsma commissioned2nd Lieutenant at UT ceremonyAdrian “AJ” Zoodsma, left, is pictured with Colonel JimCoomler after receiving the commission of U.S. Army 2ndLieutenant at a ceremony held at the University of Toledoon August 17. A member of the Springfield High SchoolClass of 2008, he majored in engineering at UT. An ArmyMP, he will be going to Fort Leonard Woods, Missouri, onSeptember 3, for Basic Officer Leadership Course, then tohis duty station, Joint Base Lewis McCord near Seattle,Washington. He is the son of Dale and Connie Zoodsma.Jeremy Meier will portray Oliver Hazard Perry in a free performanceat Owens Community College September 10.Mr. Meier was commissionedby the Ohio HumanitiesCouncil to develop andwrite “Oliver Hazard Perry:Hero of Lake Erie.”The Sylvania resident haspresented his portrayal ofPerry in several communitiesthroughout Ohio in 2012.For more informationabout this event, contact theCenter for Fine and PerformingArts at 567-661-2798.Waite 50threunion setfor Sept. 14-15The Waite High Schoolclass of 1962 will hold its 50-year reunion September 14and 15, at the Holiday InnFrench Quarter.For more information, callBob Lengel at 419-878-3540or Rose Mary Parker at 419-215-4733.Holland-Springfieldresidents . . .Have a news tip?Do you have an idea for agood story in theHolland-Springfieldcommunity?Call the Journal at419-874-4491 orsend an e-mailwith your news toeditor@hollandsfj.us.#99-10-1523T1800 Indian Wood Circle, Maumee419-841-1292 or 419-866-0261, Ext. 140 • www.sctoday.edurecord system is a great wayto stay up to date on yourchild’s progress.A way parents can get involvedwith the school isthrough volunteering. Volunteerto assist in the classroom,provide support orsupplies for special eventsand/or field trips. Volunteerand become active in HAP,the Holloway Association ofParents.HAP meets the first Mondayof the month at 7 p.m.Their first meeting is scheduledfor September 10, in theschool library.If you need additional informationor wish to contactthe school, call us at 419-867-5703.Together we are here forthe development and successof the children.You are always welcomeat Holloway, we simply askthat you always stop in at themain office to sign-in andpick up a visitors pass.This procedure is for thesafety of all students andstaff.Your assistance is appreciatedand expected. Hollowaystudents, parents andstaff are exceptional withoutexception.I look forward to workingwith you and your child(ren)this school year.Women’sConnectionWest to meetWomen’s ConnectionWest will meet Friday, September14, from 11:15 a.m.to 1:15 p.m., at HighlandMeadows Golf Club, 7455Erie Street, Sylvania.Guest speaker JudithBarlow will share “BusyPerson Who Found InnerPeace.” Chris Kruse of theSweet Shalom Tea Room inSylvania will present Victoriantidbits about tea, comestibles,literature, historyand culture.The cost is $12 per person.For reservations, callDee at 419-843-2307 byMonday, September 10.Women’s ConnectionWest is affiliated withStonecroft Ministries, anon-denominational organizationlocated in KansasCity, Missouri.No membership or duesare required.The group meets on thesecond Friday of eachmonth.Visit:www.hollandsfj.usAREA BUSINESS GUIDE• EXPERT LABOR •• You Have A Project??Hire an Expert• Doors . . .• Decks: New, Rebuild,Interior & Exterior Restoration, Power• Flooring Tile, Wood Wash, Tear Down,• DrywallWeather Proof, Leveling• Drop Ceilings • Fencing• Basement Finishing Split Rail & Privacy,• Kitchen & Bath or New Posts/RailsRemodel• Utility ShedsScheduling Summer Projects Now• Painting • Ceiling RepairCall 419-779-1255• Please call, ask for Curt •• I am very good at what I do!! •• YOUR JOB IS PRIORITY •THANK YOU VERY, VERY MUCH!“Improving lives throughbetter hearing”www.colorfullivinginteriors.comAdvertise in theArea Business Guideper week,$20 00per space(Min. 13 weeks)Call 419-874-2528!• Mention this ad and receive10% off all hearing aid pairs• Free hearing consultation & evaluation• Free demonstration of the latest in hearingstyle and technologySpecial monthly financing options• Risk-free 30-day trial6642 Centers Dr., Holland, OH 43528 In Spring Meadows Shopping CenterCall today!Appointments arelimited and they will go fast!RSVP at 419.865.5770Holland SpringfieldCommunityCalendarTo include your organization’s activities in this calendar,drop off the details in the Journal’s drop box at the HollandBranch Library, or mail them to the Journal, 117 East SecondStreet, PO Box 267, Perrysburg, Ohio 43552. Or sendan e-mail, with the date, time and location, to edi tor@hollandsfj.us.The deadline for the weekly calendar is Thursdayat noon.Wednesday, August 299:00 a.m. Holland Senior Center, at the Lodge atStrawberry Acres, 950 South McCordAvenue until 2 p.m. Lunch at 11:30 a.m.Reservations due by noon on Mondays.Call 419-865-7104 for reservations or information.Other activities available.11:00 a.m. Compass Club at the Black Pearl, 4630Heatherdowns Boulevard. New memberswelcome.11:30 a.m. Weight Loss Support Group at 1440Waterville-Monclova Road in Waterville.Call 419-878-8823 to register.Thursday, August 3011:30 a.m. Boomers Resource Network until 1 p.m.See www.boomersrn.com for details or call419-865-8503.5:00 p.m. Dwelling Place Church offers a freehot meal at the DP Diner until 6:30 p.m. at8201 Angola Road in Holland. Call 419-867-7794 for details.7:00 p.m. Dance lessons at Joseph W. DiehnAmerican Legion Post 468, 5580Centennial Road in Sylvania. 419-882-9080.Friday, August 3112:00 p.m. Holland-Springfield Rotary at LutheranVillage at Wolf Creek, 2001 Perrysburg-Holland Road.5:00 p.m. All-you-care-to-eat fish dinner and more atConn-Weissenberger American Legion,2020 West Alexis Road, until 7 p.m.7:00 p.m. Dance at Joseph W. Diehn American LegionPost 468, 5580 Centennial Road in Sylvania.419-882- 9080.Saturday, September 110:00 a.m. Thrift Shop at Village Meadows, VillageMeadows Drive off McCord Road until 2p.m. Call 419-866-0227 for information.Sunday, September 25:00 p.m. Survivors Network of those Abused byPriests (S.N.A.P.) support group until 7 p.m.,at 577 Foundation, 577 East Front Street inPerrysburg. For more information, call 419-340-6459 or send an e-mail totoledosnap@gmail.com.8:00 p.m. Singles dance party at Holland Gardens,6530 Angola Road, Holland. Call 734-856-8963 for information.Monday, September 3- Labor DayTuesday, September 410:00 a.m. Thrift Shop at Village Meadows, VillageMeadows Drive off McCord Road until 2p.m. Donations accepted. Call 419-866-0227 for information.11:45 a.m. Sylvania Chamber of Commerce luncheonat the Franciscan Center of LourdesUniversity until 1 p.m.3:00 p.m. Ecumenical bereavement support group atSt. Patrick of Heatherdowns, 4201Heatherdowns Boulevard.7:00 p.m. Springfield Township Trustees at the townshiphall, 7617 Angola Road.7:30 p.m. Holland Village Council at the MunicipalBuilding meeting rooms, 1245 ClarionAvenue.One copy change per 13 weeks.Grand Opening!Special Event Prices!Springfield High School NewsBy Steve Gwin, PrincipalWelcome FreshmenThe hallways were filledon August 23, with about300 members of the SHSClass of 2016.For several years, wehave delayed the start ofschool for students in grades10-12 to provide new ninthgraders with a unique FreshmenMentoring Day.The students traveledthroughout the building withmentors (sophomores, juniorsand seniors) who helpedthem orient to the building,including finding lockersBy Principal Steven LeeCrissey Elf NightThe Crissey staff isthankful and appreciative oftheir always supportive andhelpful Parents Club.The week before schoolthe Crissey Parents Clubholds an event called ElfNight. During this event, agroup of parents comes tothe school in the evening tocomplete work for the staff.Advertise HereOnecopychangeper 13weeks.WEB SITEDESIGNCall Today forQuote!Welch Publishing Co.419-874-2528for$20 00per week(Minimum 13 weeks)Call 419-874-2528 today!WINNERPest Control Management Specialists•Rodents • Moles • Mammals • Birds•Crawling Insects • Ants • Spiders•Flying Insects • Mosquitos•Stinging & Biting Insects • Fleas•Safe for Children and PetsVisit us: www.mcclurgenvironmental419-866-7080and working combinations.Transitioning to highschool is significant, and wewant these young people tolearn traditions and spiritunique to being a “BlueDevil.” We do this by connectingthem with advisorsand faculty who explain theacademic, character, andservice expectations thatexist in their new highschool.We work very hard tocreate a meaningful day thatcombines our high expectationswith a little fun alongthe way.This work typically consistsof cutting, copying, laminating,binding, etc. This is justone of the many ways thatour parents support theschool.We would like to thankLisa Melby, Jenny Horak,Kasha Rakosik, MelissaSmith, Aianna Smith,Rachelle Sensell, SabrinaHaskell, Jen Cox, AmeliaTan, Danielle Brown,RepairSpecialistKRUSE CONSTRUCTIONHome RemodelingBasements, Baths, Decks, Doors,Interior and Exterior Finish Work,Plumbing, Ceramic Tile and more.All repairs and small jobs welcome.• Quality• Honest • Dependable • ServiceLicensed, Bonded and InsuredCall Russ Kruse“I’ll return your call.”419-893-1431SCHWABELHEATING & AIR CONDITIONING17 Years ServiceTurn to the ExpertsLicensed, Bonded, InsuredResidential &FINANCINGLight CommercialAVAILABLEMEMBERNW OHIO &SE MICHIGANService all Makes & ModelsFREE ESTIMATE on installs419-874-9900www.schwabel-hvac.com• From the $200’s and upThank you to Ms. McIlwainand Ms. Ciminillo totheir efforts and to each studentmentor.Although they are nottechnically “freshmen,”these staff members also arenew to Springfield HighSchool: science teacher JillianCampbell, visual artsteacher Patrick Gucciardo,and math teacher RemiSmith.Thank you to the staff,boosters and all volunteersfor helping make this a wonderfulstart of the schoolyear. Go Blue Devils!Crissey ElementarySCHOOL NEWSChristina Hutchinson, VerenaSharp, Brooke Schmitz,Sarah Doll, Ann Bailey,Brenda Dodson, AmberFryzell, Beth Gilley, KellyNightingale, Ali Nightingale,Lisa Sigman, and Mrs.Kievens for their participationin this event.This is a huge time saverfor many of our busy staffmembers as they prepare forthe first days of school.Gem and Rockhound Club to hold annual showThe Toledo Gem andRockhound Club will host its41st annual Jewelry, Gem, andMineral Show and Sale September7-9, at the StranahanTheater Complex, 4645Heatherdowns Boulevard,Toledo. Show hours are Friday,from 2 to 8 p.m.; Saturday,from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.,and Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 5p.m.Admission is a donation of$4 for adults and $3 for studentsand seniors over 55 withID. Admission is free forscouts in uniform, militarywith ID, and children youngerthan 12. The site is air conditioned,and parking is free.The show offers somethingfor the entire family. Dealersfrom around the country offerfinished jewelry, beads, gemtrees, faceted stones, mineralspecimens, fossils, cabochons,tools, carvings and more.The club also will demonstratevarious lapidary techniquessuch as faceting, beading,metalsmithing and makinga cabochon.A children’s area will featuregames, activities and freemineral specimens. Memberswill exhibit their crafts and collectionsalong with special exhibitsfrom local universities.The club also sponsors a scholarshipraffle that supports geologystudents at theUniversity of Toledo andBowling Green State University.The club is celebrating its51st year. The resident artistclub is located at the ToledoBotanical Garden and offersmany opportunities for adultsand students to explore andparticipate in all aspects ofgem, mineral and fossil collecting,metal crafting, beadingand jewelry making.The club strives to educatethe public in the fields of mineralogy,geology and the lapidaryarts. It is affiliated withthe Midwest Federation ofMineralogical and GeologicalSocieties and the AmericanFederation of MineralogicalSocieties.Meetings, held on the thirdWednesday of each month at 7p.m., at the Toledo BotanicalGarden Conference Center, arefree and open to the public.The club provides speakerson topics including: geology,paleontology, archeology, lapidary,metalcrafts, jewelry andother areas.Juniors participate in theirown monthly hands-on learningsessions. The club organizesfield trips to localcollecting sites and extendedevents.To learn more about theclub or this year’s show, call419-531-8124 or visit the Website at www.toledogemandrockhoundclub.com.Innovative.Versatile.Timeless.• Building in Wood and Lucas Counties419.878.2249Ralph Slaske, Owner • www.SlaskeBuilding.comSee the Area Business Guide on the Web at:Hollandsfj.us