Madison Messenger - December 8th, 2019

Madison-Plains • pages 6-7
Jonathan Alder • pages 8-10
London • pages 11-13
WINTER SPORTS REPORT
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West Jefferson • page 15
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London Strawberry Festival royalty wave to the crowd in London’s Olde Fashioned Christmas parade.
Jingle all the way
London’s Olde Fashioned Christmas drew crowds happy to get a
head start on the holiday season. The Downtown London Association
hosted the event on Dec. 2 on and around Main Street.
Ruby Lett, a realtor with Re/Max Leading Edge, serves up hot
chocolate at a booth along Main Street.
Loretta Denen of London rushed to get a
picture with Disney “Frozen” character
Olaf outside of McDonald’s.
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
London’s Park Avenue is getting a makeover. The $1.4 million
reconstruction project should be complete by June.
The street runs between Elm (State Route 38) and Main (State
Route 56) streets. Madison Health, Cowling Park, the municipal
swimming pool, and residences line the street.
The project entails resurfacing the entire stretch of Park Avenue,
building new sidewalks,
curbs, and
gutters, and replacing
the old bridge. Additionally,
a multi-purpose
path will be installed
alongside Cowling Park.
Originally, the project
was to start this
summer and finish up
by the end of this year
or early next year, however,
the city received
no bids when it first put
the project out to bid
this spring.
“The second time, we
Reconstruction of Park Avenue in London
is set to take place next spring,
starting March 3. The tentative completion
date is June 3.
got multiple bids,” said Mayor Patrick Closser.
The city recently awarded the contract to Strawser Paving, a
road construction company based in Columbus.
City leaders, hospital leaders and representatives of EMH&T,
the New Albany firm handling engineering for the project, met with
Strawser two weeks ago for a pre-construction meeting. They set
the project start date for March 3. The tentative completion date is
June 3.
Reconstruction work will begin with the east end of Park Avenue
between the bridge and Elm Street, followed by the west end between
the bridge and Main Street.
Throughout the reconstruction phase, the east end of Park Avenue
will be closed to through traffic. The west end will remain
open, providing access to the hospital’s main entrance and emergency
department, as well as the adjacent Park Avenue Medical
Building.
Anyone who experiences an emergency and needs to get to the
hospital during the reconstruction must use Main Street to get to
Park Avenue.
Once the reconstruction is done, all of Park Avenue will be
paved. This process should take one or two days, Closser said. During
that time, one lane of Park Avenue will remain open.
An Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) grant is covering
$1.14 million of the project cost. The city is covering the rest
($262,678) with a 0-percent interest loan with a maximum term of
30 years.

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More money for roads in ‘20
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
In 2020, the Madison County Engineer’s
Office plans to spend significantly more on
road materials and contracted projects than
it did this year.
A hike in the state gas tax, passed earlier
this year, is putting an additional $1.6 million
in the Engineer’s Office coffers, making
the increased spending possible.
On Dec. 3, County Engineer Bryan
Dhume outlined his proposed budget to the
county commissioners. The total budget is
$7.4 million.
He said $1.78 million (up from $1.25 million)
will go toward materials his crews use
on road projects and $818,000 (up from just
over $566,000) will go to work done by outside
crews.
Now that the debt on the engineer’s facility
is cleared—the last payment was made
this year—Dhume also plans to create a reserve/contingency
line in his budget for
matching funds for grants and emergencies.
He’s starting with $250,000 in 2020.
“Before, if we had an emergency, we
would have to dip into another (budget) line,
which meant some other job was not going
to get done, or we would have to get into our
carryover balance, which would impact our
cash balance,” Dhume said.
Dhume is budgeting more for equipment
than he did last year, going from $511,780
in 2019 to $573,500 in 2020. His long-term
goal is to get into a rotation that doesn’t involve
running equipment into the ground
before replacing it.
He pointed to the department’s asphalt distributor, a 2001
model.
“That one piece of equipment is responsible for our $800,000 chip
sealing program. Everything relies on that one piece of equipment
to do the job well,” he said.
He plans to buy a new asphalt distributor next year at a cost of
$200,000.
About his equipment budget, Dhume said, “It is double what was
in place before I took office.”
The county commissioners plan to further review Dhume’s proposed
budget for 2020 before signing off on it.
The Engineer’s Office is different from other county departments
in that it does not receive money from the county. Most of its revenues
come from the state gas tax ($4 million in 2020) and license
plate fees ($2.3 million in 2020). The rest comes from reimbursements
the department receives for work it does for other government
entities, such as townships (an estimated $1 million in 2020). Even
so, the commissioner must approve the department’s spending plan.
Propane at TSC
Tractor Supply Co. (TSC) wants to sell bulk propane at its store
at 300 Lafayette St., London.
The company rents the property from the county, so they are
seeking permission from the county commissioners to install a
1,000-gallon tank with a propane dispenser cabinet in the parking
lot in front of the store. To do so, they need to bore under the pavement
to get power to the cabinet.
In the request, TSC wrote that they plan to place the propane
station outside their fenced outdoor display area.
“I want to know exactly where it’s going to be,” said Commissioner
Tony Xenikis. “I want it inside the fence.”
Commissioner David Hunter said he doesn’t mind the station
being placed outside the fenced area, as long as it remains in the
footprint of the space the company rents from the county.
The commissioners decided to request more specific information
about the proposed location of the station before granting the request.
Public input split
on grandstand fate
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
The public appears to be split on what they would like to see
done with the aging grandstand at the Madison County Fairgrounds
in London.
As of Dec. 3, 366 people had completed the county’s online survey
asking whether the grandstand should be restored or torn down and
replaced. The structure, which dates back to the late 1800s, was
deemed unsafe for occupancy last year.
“It’s right about 50/50,” said Rob Slane, county administrator,
about the results in an update at the county commissioner’s meeting
on Dec. 3.
The survey went live in mid-November. It closed on Dec. 6 (after
the Madison Messenger’s press time).
Slane said members of the Madison County Agricultural Society
(fair board) have been asking about the survey results and any
plans the commissioners have in mind based on those results. They
want to know what to plan on for next year’s county fair. This year,
they rented temporary bleachers for fair events that took place on
and around the race track.
Commissioner Mark Forrest said there are no plans at this time.
In reference to the temporary bleachers, Commissioner David
Hunter said, “We took care of it last year for them. I’m sure we can
do the same this year if we need to.”
Forrest had a different opinion, saying another bleacher rental
would be “throwing good money after bad.”
Once the final survey results are tallied, details will be shared.

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West Jefferson tailback Gabe Jones finds a small opening against Ironton in state semifinal
play. Jones finished the game with 115 rushing yards on 28 carries and two touchdowns.
He also added a 94-yard kickoff return for a touchdown.
Riders cap great season
West Jefferson High School’s football
team traveled to Chillicothe on Nov. 30 to
play Ironton in Div. V state semi-final action.
The Roughriders fell to the Tigers 49-
21 to end their season.
West Jefferson started the game forcing
an interception and rushing the ball down
the short field to take a 7-0 lead with a Gabe
Jones 2-yard run. Ironton came back and
mounted their own drive to tie the game
with a 6-yard touchdown run with one second
left in the first quarter.
Ironton then scored another touchdown
on a 1-yard run to take the lead. On the ensuing
kickoff, West Jefferson’s Jones broke
loose for a 94-yard return for his second
score on the night to tie the score at 14-14.
Ironton added another touchdown on a
72-yard run to take a 21-14 lead into halftime.
The Tigers returned to the field and
put on an offensive attack to score three
touchdowns in the third quarter.
In the fourth quarter, Ironton added another
touchdown on a 2-yard run. West Jefferson
added to their final score on a 9-yard
run by Jones.
The Roughriders ended the season with
a 12-2 record.
West Jefferson’s Tommy Fuller stops Ironton
quarterback Gage Salyers for a loss
early in the game. Fuller recorded six tackles
on the night.
West Jefferson’s Blade Wolf is forced out
of bounds by Ironton’s Reid Carrico after
intercepting a pass to lead the Riders to
their first score. Wolf also recorded nine
tackles for the Riders.

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Making the transition from school to work
By Theresa Hennis
Staff Writer
Graduating from high school for any student
is challenging and especially so for students
with special needs who, like
mainstream students, don’t know what to
expect.
When we remember our high school
days, we remember the excitement and
dreams we had for the future. Thanks to the
Ready for Work Transition Program, administered
by the Madison County Board of Developmental
Disabilities (MCBDD) in
coordination with school intervention programs,
students with special needs at London
and West Jefferson high schools can
realize their own post-graduation dreams.
Jamie Finney, intervention specialist for
grades 9-12 at London High School, said, “I
like that I am able to work with each individual
student on their level to help them
perceive their interests in life and help them
foster the skill set for that. I’m very happy
we have a nice, clean, and safe space here at
LHS that is accommodating to our students.
The environment here is very warm and
welcoming.”
Transitioning from a warm and welcoming
classroom to life and work outside of
school could be daunting for students if not
for MCBDD professionals who guide and
train them. Getting a job is only one part of
the equation. Keeping one is essential, and
that’s where the Transition program prepares
students for life beyond the classroom.
“The jobs they get are typically within
their field of interest. We partner with Opportunities
for Ohioans with Disabilities so
the students can try out a job, and if it isn’t
working, we will find something they really
like,” said Hope Smith, MCBDD Transition
program coordinator. “Every student from
last year’s program at London High School
has successfully gotten a job and kept it.”
Those results are proof that the skills
students receive from their special education
at London and West Jefferson help
them to transition well. MCBDD continues
to work with the students beyond graduation
to ensure they have a solid support system
in place.
“This program helps us, at the county
board, really monitor and follow up with
these kids so we can continue to work with
them after they graduate,” Smith said.
Connie Lollo, a Transition job coach, travels
to both schools to work with students.
There are six students in the program at
London and seven at West Jefferson. The
students have opportunities to work at local
agencies and community centers.
For example, West Jefferson students fill
food boxes at Sufficient Grace, assist librarians
at Hurt-Battelle Memorial Library, and
stock the high school lunchroom.
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London High School students in the Ready For Work Transition Program will display and
sell their hand-made crafts at the Madison County Board of Developmental Disabilities
holiday open house on Dec. 13: (front row, from left) students Sophie Brand, Sady Brown
and Kyle White; (back row) London High School paraprofessional Deb Bowen, student
Selena Cotton, and London High School intervention specialist Jamie Finney.
London students help to clean the
Madison County Senior Citizens Center
and prepare place settings for the
center’s senior daycare lunch. They
also work at London Public Library,
helping to clean, organize promotional
materials for library events, and stamp
books for book sales.
London students will have another
opportunity to put their skills to work
and engage with the community when
they display their hand-made crafts for
sale at MCBDD’s holiday open house,
set for 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Dec. 13.
“When we met with Jamie (Finney)
about showcasing the students’ craft
projects at our open house, we kept in
mind their IEP (individual education
plan) goals. Daily living skills are incorporated
into making and selling the
crafts,” said Gretchen Peters, MCBDD
community connections manager.
West Jefferson students will have a
similar opportunity next spring.
MCBDD’s holiday open house will
include the student crafts, lunch, tours
of decorated offices, a bake sale and a
Christmas basket raffle. The facility is
located at 500 Elm St. (State Route
38), behind Fairhaven School. Donations
will support the Transition program.
To learn more about the Ready for
Work Transition program, other
MCBDD programs, or the agency’s
open house, call (740) 852-7050.
Michael Potter, a West Jefferson High School
student in the Ready for Work Transition Program,
dumps granola bars into bins to make
assembling Sufficient Grace food boxes an
easier task for volunteers.

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London man sentenced to 16 to 21 years in prison
Steven B. Derifield, 41, of London was sentenced on Dec. 3 to 16
to 21 years in prison, with a mandatory incarceration of 14 years.
This is the result of convictions handed down by a Madison County
jury on Dec. 2.
Derifield was found guilty on three counts, including three drug
possession charges, felonies of the first-, second- and third-degrees,
as well as one count of having weapons under disability that was
tried to the court. In addition to the incarceration imposed by Judge
Eamon Costello, Derifield was given total fines of $23,000.
The charges stemmed from a search warrant conducted by the
Madison County Major Crimes Task Force on May 30 at 501 Clinton
St., London. The task force comprises investigators
from the London Police Department and Madison
County Sheriff’s Office.
Detectives seized cocaine, methamphetamine and
heroin from the residence, as well as five handguns Derifield
possessed illegally due to his status as a convicted
felon at the time of the seizure. Nicholas Adkins,
Madison County assistant prosecuting attorney, prosecuted
the case.
Madison County Sheriff John Swaney and Chief
Glenn Nicol highly encourage community members to
continue to forward any information or tips to their respective
offices. While investigations may take time,
community involvement is paramount to successfully
combatting all types of crime, especially drug trafficking,
they said.
The public can submit anonymous tips through the
Sheriff’s Office website, www.madisonsheriff.org/, or the
London Police Department’s mobile app, available for
free download to iPhone and Android devices (search for
“London Ohio Police Division”).
Patrol Post names top dispatcher and trooper
The West Jefferson post of the Ohio Highway Patrol recently announced
the winners of their 2019 Dispatcher of the Year and
Trooper of the Year awards.
The honorees were chosen by their peers based on their leadership
abilities, professional ethics, courteous treatment of others, enthusiastic
work attitude, and cooperation with supervisors, peers
and the public.
Dispatcher of the Year
Year, and 2016 General Headquarters Dispatcher of the
Tammy L. Newport, 43, was named Dispatcher of Year.
the Year. She is now in contention for the State Dispatcher
of the Year Award.
Matthew A. Perez, 27, was named Trooper of the
Trooper of the Year
Newport joined the Highway Patrol in 2002 and has Year. He is now in contention for the District and State
served at the West Jefferson Post, Marysville Post and Trooper of the Year awards.
Columbus Communications Center. Originally from Perez joined the Highway Patrol in 2017 and served
Syracuse, N.Y., she is a graduate of Cicero North Syracuse
High School.
Jefferson. Originally from Hilliard and a graduate of
at the Springfield Post prior to his assignment at West
Newport has earned other Highway Patrol awards, London High School, Perez attended Notre Dame College.
He has received the Ace, Criminal Patrol, Safe
including 2004 Marysville Post Dispatcher of the Year,
2005 Marysville Post Dispatcher of the Year, 2016 Driving, and Health and Fitness awards.
Columbus Communications Center Dispatcher of the He resides in Hilliard with his wife, Loren.
Volunteer tax preparers needed
Ladies Night Out
in Mount Sterling
At Mount Sterling Public Library’s Ladies Night Out on Nov.
25, participants watched “The Art of Racing in the Rain” on
the library’s big screen. Door prize winners Christina Bennett
(left) and Sue Hallam received hand-made items donated by
Assistant Librarian Judy Lucas. The next Ladies Night Out is
set for 6:30 p.m. Jan. 27. Bring a potluck dish to share and
watch a recently released movie.
Public can view financials for
Bridges Community Action
Bridges Community Action Partnership will receive an allocation
of $1,142,482 from the Ohio Development Services Agency, Office
of Community Assistance, for administration and operation of
the Community Services Block Grant for 2020-21. The funds are
used for program development and direct services to low-income
families of Delaware, Madison, Union, Champaign, Logan and
Shelby counties. Send email to abinegar@bridgescap.org to view a
copy of the document.
The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program is seeking
volunteer tax preparers for next year. The program provides
free tax preparation, primarily for senior citizens,
at the Madison County Emergency Management
Agency (EMA) in London and hundreds of other locations
across Ohio.
From Feb. 1 through April 15, six volunteers prepared
250 federal and state tax returns at the EMA,
saving clients an estimated $50,000 in tax preparation
fees and putting $228,510 in refunds back into the local
economy.
Last tax season, Tax-Aide had to turn away countless
seniors because more people wanted the service
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MADISON PLAINS GOLDEN EAGLES
Messenger photo by Jeff Pfeil
Madison-Plains High School’s wrestling team: (front row, from left) Michael Whitmoyer,
Badar Fram, Jacob Lawler, Cameron England, Andres Correa-Ramirez; (back row) Coach
Jordan Cramer, Travis Reed, Jakob Slagle, Chase Kelly, Jerry Slagle and Anthony Roby.
Messenger photo by Jeff Pfeil
Madison-Plains High School’s girls’ basketball team: (front row, from left) Chloe Kelly,
Adriel Owens, Alyssa Preece, Serenity Huffman; (back row) Coach Aaron Stewart,
Kadence Little, Hope Fetherolf, Sam Powell, Rylee Davis and Coach Ashley Meade.
Madison Plains
Girls’ Basketball
Nov. 30................................@ Greeneview
Dec. 2 ......................Grandview Heights
Dec. 3 ..............................Kipp Academy
Dec. 5 ........................................Greenon
Dec. 7......................Southeastern (7:30)
Dec. 12 ..............@ Catholic Central (7:30)
Dec. 14 ......................@ Cedarville (12:30)
Dec. 19 ................Mechanicsburg (7:30)
Dec. 21 ............................Westfall (7:30)
Dec. 27 Miami Trace @ Greeneview (6:30)
Dec. 30 ..................@ Holiday Tournament
Jan. 2 ..........@ Amanda Clearcreek (7:30)
Jan. 4 ....................................Triad (1:00)
Jan. 9 ............@ West Liberty Salem (7:30)
Jan. 11 ....................Northeastern (7:30)
Jan. 16 ................@ West Jefferson (7:30)
Jan. 18 ......................Greeneview (2:00)
Jan. 25 ..........................@ Greenon (7:30)
Jan. 30 ..................@ Southeastern (7:30)
Feb. 1..................Catholic Central (7:30)
Feb. 8..........................Cedarville (12:30)
Feb. 11 ........................@ Fairbanks (7:30)
Madison Plains
Wrestling
Dec. 11........Tri-match @ Mt. Gilead (6:00)
Dec. 14 ....Golden Eagle Classic (9:00)
Dec. 19 ....................@ East Clinton (1:00)
Dec. 27..............@ West Jefferson (10:00)
Dec. 28 ..........@ West Jefferson (10 a.m.)
Jan. 11 ........Golden Eagle Duals (9:00)
Jan. 18 ......@ Amanda Clearcreek (10:00)
Jan. 22......................Madison County 2x4
@ Jonathan Alder (5:30)
Jan. 24 @ St. Mary Central Catholic (3:00)
Jan. 25 @ St. Mary Catholic Central (9:00)
Jan. 28....@ Bishop Watterson Dual (6:30)
Feb. 1 ............................Madison-Plains
JV Invitational (9:00)
Feb. 15 ......................@ Canal Winchester
Invitational (10:00)
Feb. 22Ohio
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Messenger photo by Jeff Pfeil
Madison-Plains High School’s indoor track team: (front row, from left) Roger Doughman,
Ken Shafer, Amy Burchett, Jay Grigsby; (back row) Coach Andy Crawford, Evan Fisher,
Tylor Hoover and Titus Wilson. NOTE: Madison-Plains’ indoor track schedule was not finalized
at press time. Meets begin in January.

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Madison-Plains High School’s boys’ basketball team: (front) ball
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Boys’ Basketball
Nov. 30 ..................................Tree of Life
Dec. 6 ....................................@ Cedarville
Dec. 10....................Southeastern (7:30)
Dec. 13 ....................@ Greeneview (7:30)
Dec. 17 ............................Greenon (7:30)
Dec. 20 ..............Catholic Central (7:30)
Dec. 21 ..................@ Mount Gilead (7:30)
Dec. 26 ....................@ Miami Trace (8:00)
Dec. 28 ..................@ Holiday Tournament
Jan. 3 ............West Liberty-Salem (7:30)
Jan. 7 ..........................@ Fairbanks (7:30)
Jan. 10 ................Mechanicsburg (7:30)
Jan. 14 ....................@ Northeastern (7:30)
Jan. 17..................West Jefferson (7:30)
Jan. 18 ........Grove City Christian (7:30)
Jan. 24 ................................@ Triad (7:30)
Jan. 25 ............................@ Westfall (7:15)
Jan. 28..........................Cedarville (7:30)
Jan. 31 ..................@ Southeastern (7:30)
Feb. 4 ........................Greeneview (7:30)
Feb. 7 ............................@ Greenon (7:30)
Feb. 14 ..............@ Catholic Central (7:30)
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Dec. 7 ..........Kenton Ridge (12:00/1:30)
Dec. 11 ....................@ Urbana (6:00/7:30)
Dec. 14..........Bellefontaine (12:00/1:30)
Dec. 18 ....................@ London (6:00/7:30)
Dec. 21 ......Bishop Hartley (12:00/1:30)
Dec. 28........Dublin Coffman (6:00/7:30)
Jan. 4....................Tecumseh (6:00/7:30)
Jan. 7 ..........Mechanicsburg (6:00/7:30)
Jan. 11 @ Springfield Shawnee (6:00/7:30)
Jan. 13Fairbanks (6:00 - freshmen only)
Jan. 15............Northwestern (6:00/7:30)
Jan. 18 ..........@ Kenton Ridge (6:00/7:30)
Jan. 22 ..............@ Indian Lake (6:00/7:30)
Jan. 23 ............@ West Liberty (6:00/7:30)
Jan. 25 ............@ Bellefontaine (6:00/7:30)
Jan. 27 ....@ Bishop Watterson (6:00/7:30)
Jan. 29 ......................London (6:00/7:30)
Feb. 1 ..................@ Tecumseh (6:00/7:30)
Feb. 5 Springfield Shawnee (6:00/7:30)
Feb. 12 ..................@ Pleasant (6:00/7:30)
Jonathan Alder
Boys’ Basketball
Dec. 13........@ Tecumseh (4:30/6:00/7:30)
Dec. 17 ....Westerville South (6:00/7:30)
Dec. 20@ Springfield Shawnee (6:00/7:30)
Dec. 21 ........Fairbanks (4:30/6:00/7:30)
Dec. 27 ......................St. Thomas Aquinas
@ Tuscarawas Central (4:30 - varsity only)
Dec. 28......................Chaminade Julienne
@ Tuscarawas Central (4:30 - varsity only)
Jan. 3......Kenton Ridge (4:30/6:00/7:30)
Jan. 4 ............@ DeSales (4:00/5:30/7:00)
Jan. 7 ................@ Indian Lake (6:00/7:30)
Jan. 10 ............@ London (4:30/6:00/7:30)
Jan. 14 ............Graham (4:30/6:00/7:30)
Jan. 17 ....@ Bellefontaine (4:30/6:00/7:30)
Jan. 21 ............@ Urbana (4:30/6:00/7:30)
Jan. 24 ........Tecumseh (4:30/6:00/7:30)
Jan. 25 ..Reynoldsburg @ Ohio Dominican
University (11:30 a.m. - varsity only)
Jan. 28Benjamin Logan (4:30/6:00/7:30)
Jan. 31Springfield Shawnee (6:00/7:30)
Feb. 4@ Bishop Watterson (4:30/6:00/7:30)
Feb. 7 ....@ Kenton Ridge (4:30/6:00/7:30)
Feb. 11 Hilliard Bradley (6:00 - JV only)
Feb. 14..............London (4:30/6:00/7:30)
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Richey, Jackie Santa-Emma, Connor Reed; (back row) Coach Ryan McClain, Jameson Cook, Coach Scott Heiss, Daniel Heinig, Tyler Begin,
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Jonathan Alder High School’s girls’ bowling team: (front row, from left) Josie Campbell,
Rose Marie Schaner, Cierra Clark; (second row) Danielle Phipps, Lana Kirts, Jade Bay,
Satavia Kempton, Jenise Jordan, Haley Henderson; (back row) Coach Mike Walter, Kenlee
Monnin, Karlie Gavula, Trisha Hall, Kadie Walter, Shea Huntington, Kennedi Peterson
and Coach Cole Schrock.
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Jonathan Alder High School’s boys’ bowling team: (front row, from left) Andrew Glass,
Dominic Dellapina, Jackson Lane, Jackson McCoy; (second row) Luke Walker, Levi
Honigford, Matthew McMillen, John Jordan, Jon Santini; (back row) Head Coach Rusty
Walter, Jacob Schrock, Luke Honigford, Nathan Clark and Coach Matthew Honigford.
Jonathan Alder Boys’ & Girls’ Bowling
Dec. 10 ....London @ Madison Lanes (4:00)
Dec. 12 ..............................Graham (4:00)
Dec. 13 ....................Bellefontaine (4:00)
Dec. 17 ....Shawnee @ Victory Lanes (4:00)
Dec. 18 ................Benjamin Logan (4:00)
Jan. 8..........Indian Lake @ TP Lanes (4:00)
Jan. 9 ....Urbana @ Southwest Lanes (4:00)
Jan. 15 ..........................Tecumseh (4:00)
Jan. 17 ..................................Kenton Ridge
@ Northridge Lanes (4:00)
Jan. 18................................District Preview
@ Palace Lanes (11:00)
Jan. 23 ............................Shawnee (4:00)
Jan. 25 ..................................Jaquar Baker
@ Wayne Webb (10:00)
Jan. 29................................London (4:00)
Jan. 31 ....Bellefontaine @ TP Lanes (4:00)
Feb. 7 ......CBC Tourney @ TP Lanes (5:00)
Home matches are at Plain City Lanes.
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Jonathan Alder High School’s cheerleaders are: (front row, from left) Lauren Abend,
Emily Smith, Chloe Scott, Lindsey Potter; (back row) Kara McKelvey, Hannah Belau, Isabelle
Rucker, Eva Boeckl and Bella Petzinger.
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Jonathan Alder High School’s competition cheerleaders are: (front row, from left) Lauren
Abend, Emma Bilger, Chloe Scott, Lindsey Potter; (back row) Kara McKelvey, Hannah
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Wrestling
Dec. 5 ..............Pleasant/Westfall (5:00)
Dec. 7..............................Bad Apple Brawl
@ Mt. Vernon (9:30 - varsity only)
Dec. 7 ..........@ Northmor (10:00 - JV only)
Dec. 14 ..................@ Bexley Duals (9:30)
Dec. 19 ........................Super Quad with
Benjamin Logan, Kenton Ridge,
Springfield Shawnee (5:00)
Dec. 21....@ East Knox Invitational (10:00)
Dec. 27-28 ............West Jefferson (10:00)
Jan. 4....@ Pleasant JV Invitational (10:00)
Jan. 11 ..................Steve Yinger Memorial
@ Nelsonville-York (9:30)
Jan. 18 ..........................Ron Thomas Sr.
Invitational (10:00)
Jan. 22 ....Madison County Quad (5:30)
Jan. 24 ..............................@ Eaton (4:30)
Feb. 1 ............................@ Madison Plains
Invitational (TBA - JV only)
Feb. 8 ..........................Junior High CBC
Tournament (9:00)
Feb. 8 ..........................Freshman All State
@ Dublin Scioto (9:00)
Feb. 22 ..........................CBC Tournament
@ Urbana (10:00)
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Jonathan Alder High School’s wrestling team: (front row, from left) Xavier Pierce, Eli Trbovich, Carson Greiner, Oliver Byerly, Andrew
Richey, Brennan Nichols, Timothy Law, Aspen Cameron; (second row) Rayce Watson, Nick Finke, Henry Sivillo, J.J. Bay, Damon Hay,
Pryce Watson, Landon Carsey, Owen Crabtree; (back row) Coach Nick Fluty, Coach Matt Hammons, Josh Proper, Austin Yates, Brendan
Liford, Michael Boggs, Braiden Leisure, Josh Kaeser, Levi Troyer, Logan Wolgemuth, Zach Yates, Reece Chapman, Coach Nick Christopher
and Head Coach Tony Watson.
Jonathan Alder
Swimming
Dec. 13-14 ..............Ned Reeb Invitational
@ Ohio State University
Dec. 28 ......................Chieftain Invitational
@ Hilliker YMCA in Bellefontaine (10:00)
Jan. 4........................Shawnee Invitational
@ Wright State (9:00)
Jan. 12 ..............Kenton Ridge Invitational
@ Wittenberg (2:00)
Jan. 21............Marysville/Benjamin Logan
@ Union County YMCA
Jan. 26 ........................CBC League Meet
@ Wright State (12:00)
Jan. 3 ........................Marysville/Fairbanks
@ Union County YMCA (6:30 - senior night)
Feb. 7 ......................Sectional Tournament
@ Columbus Academy
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Jonathan Alder High School’s swim team: (front row, from left) Avery Wynk, Maggie Matessa, Annelise Caouette, Madi Baker, Stasha
Dutt; (back row) Doug Nussbaum, Alec Paige, Claire Dygert, Katie Vaughn, Eli Stoll and Elise Dyger.
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The Jonathan Alder Athletic Boosters Club
is organized to support, promote and encourage
education through financial and other support
of the student athletes and athletic
programs at Jonathan Alder High School.
The club meets at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday
of every month in the high school library.
The next meeting is on Dec. 10. Send email to
information@JABoosters.com if you have a
question, would like to be added to the agenda
or want to know more before joining.
The club’s board for 2019-20 includes: Tricia
Kidd, president; Angie Matessa, vice president;
Erin Keith, secretary; and Job and Allison
Shaw, treasurers.
The club’s mailing address is P.O. Box 212,
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LONDON RED RAIDERS
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London High School’s girls’ basketball team: (front row, from left) Sara Oney, Emery Artis, Darcy Mitchell,
Rachael Alexander, Hannah Jones, Autumn Mitchell, Rae Anna Mitchell; (back row) Coach Ryan Billings, Lexi
Zabloudil, Scotlyn Gravely, Abby Homan, Elli Trimble, Kylee Scott, Natalie Zabloudil and Coach Kevin Long.
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London High School’s wrestling team: (front row, from left) Jeremiah Yearout, Endi Lopez, Brady Fisher, Tyler
Scaggs, Cheney Gross, Zack Jolliffe; (second row) Gabe Lenigar, Tyjuan Jackson, John Narewski, Grace Jones,
Antonio Burns, Josiah Kennedy, Thaddeus Huff; (back row) Coach Rich Burns, Saif Ullah, Michael Plunkett,
Garrett Weldon, Antwaun Burns, Darian Huff, Ethan James, Dom Davis and Coach Aaron Akers.
London Girls’ Basketball
Dec. 4 ................North Union
Dec. 7 ..................@ Tecumseh
Dec. 11 ..........@ Northwestern
Dec. 14..................@ Shawnee
Dec. 18..........Jonathan Alder
Dec. 21 Bishop Ready (1:30)
Dec. 27 @ Holiday Tournament
Dec. 30 @ Holiday Tournament
Dec. 27 ..@ Greeneview (8:00)
Jan. 2 ........Whitehall-Yearling
Jan. 4 ................Bellefontaine
Jan. 11............@ Kenton Ridge
Jan. 15 ........................Urbana
Jan. 18 ..................Tecumseh
Jan. 22 ......@ Benjamin Logan
Jan. 25 ..........Shawnee (1:30)
Jan. 29 ........@ Jonathan Alder
Feb. 1 ..............@ Bellefontaine
Feb. 5 ..............Kenton Ridge
Feb. 8 ......@ River Valley (1:30)
Varsity game time is at 7:30
unless otherwise noted.
London Wrestling
Dec. 14 ........@ Madison-Plains Inv. (9:00)
Dec. 20 ..........@ Blanchester Duals (5:00)
Dec. 21 ........@ Blanchester Duals (10:00)
Dec. 29-30 ..@ Brecksville Broadview Hts.
Jan. 17 ..........@ Licking Heights Inv. (5:30)
Jan. 18 ........@ Licking Heights Inv. (10:00)
Jan. 24 ................Sally George Invitational
@ Pleasant (5:00)
Jan. 25 ................Sally George Invitational
@ Pleasant (10:00)
Jan. 30 ..............@ Bexley with St. Charles
Feb. 8 ............................@ Regional Duals
Feb. 15 ......................State Duals @ OSU
Feb. 22 ......CBC Championship @ Urbana

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London High School’s boys’ basketball team: (front row, from left) Head Coach Zach
Brown, Eli North, Jayvion Stevens, Isaiah Hatem, Assistant Coach Scott Gifford; (back
row) Isaiah Jones, Thomas Duvall, Jayden Harkins-White, Trey Woodyard, Naz Cameron,
Ethan Minner and Brady Carter.
London Boys’ Basketball
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London High School’s swim team: (front row, from left) Isaac Tipton, Isabelle Tipton,
Emily Bennett, Tori Bennett, Rylan Chaffin; (back row) Jack Davidson, Coach Lou Kramer
and Cam Tran. Not pictured: Zach Kaltenbach.
London Swimming
Dec. 4................................@ Dublin Jerome
Dec. 6 ..................................Kenton Ridge
Dec. 10 ..............................Buckeye Valley
Dec. 13......................................@ Shawnee
Dec. 17 ........................................@ Urbana
Dec. 20 ................................@ Bellefontaine
Dec. 26........@ McDonald’s Holiday Tourney
Dec. 28........@ McDonald’s Holiday Tourney
Jan. 3 ........................................Tecumseh
Jan. 7 ..................................@ Northwestern
Jan. 10 ..............................Jonathan Alder
Jan. 11 ....................Bishop Hartley (2:00)
Jan. 14....................................North Union
Jan. 17................................@ Kenton Ridge
Jan. 21 ..................................@ Indian Lake
Jan. 24 ........................................Shawnee
Jan. 25........................Sullinger Play by Play
@ Ohio Dominican University (6:15)
Jan. 28 ................................Graham Local
Jan. 31 ..................................Bellefontaine
Feb. 1................................KIPP Columbus
Feb. 7 ......................................@ Tecumseh
Feb. 14 ............................@ Jonathan Alder
Varsity game time is at 7:30
unless otherwise noted.
Dec. 4 ............................@ Trotwood (6:30)
Dec. 6 ..Urbana, Hamilton Twp. & Fairbanks
@ Champaign Family YMCA (6:30)
Dec. 14 ..........COSA Ned Reeb Invitational
@ The Ohio State University (12:30)
Dec. 17............Westland, Central Crossing,
Portsmouth West, Teays Valley & Hamilton
Township @ Vaughn Hairston YMCA (5:00)
Dec. 28 ..Bellefontaine Chieftain Invitational
@ Bellefontaine YMCA (9:30)
Jan. 4 ........Springfield Shawnee Invitational
@ Wright State University (11:30)
Jan. 12 ................Kenton Ridge Cougar Inv.
@ Wittenberg University (1:30)
Jan. 15Trotwood Mini @ Trotwood H.S. (6:30)
Jan. 18-19 ........SW Ohio Swimming/Diving
Classic @ Centerville (8:00 a.m.)
Jan. 24..Darby Valley Swim Championships
@ Champaign Family YMCA (TBA)
Jan. 25 ..........Central Buckeye Conference
Championships @ Wright State (1:30)
Jan. 29Trotwood Mini @ Trotwood H.S. (6:30)
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LONDON RED RAIDERS
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London High School’s girls’ bowling team: (front row, from left) Alexis Barnes, Hannah
Keller, Raven Large; (back row) Coach Bill Birmele, Erica Edmunds, Amiah Cain and
Coach Meghan Baker.
London Girls’ and Boys’ Bowling
Messenger photo by Kristy Zurbrick
London High School’s boys’ bowling team: (front row, from left) Cade Smith, Josh Corwin,
Darrick Lane, R.J. Smith; (back row) Coach Bill Birmele, Brenden Barker, Skylar
Smith, Hayden Covert and Jordon Whitelow.
Dec. 6 ........................@ Indian Lake (4:00)
Dec. 9 ....................Jonathan Alder (4:00)
Dec. 13........................North Union (4:00)
Dec. 19 ..........................Tecumseh (4:00)
Dec. 20 ............................@ Graham (4:00)
Dec. 23 ....................Benjamin Logan (3:30)
Dec. 28 ..............@ Urbana Baker Shootout
(boys at 10 a.m.; girls at 1:30 p.m.)
Dec. 30 ............................Shawnee (1:00)
Jan. 6........................Northwestern (4:00)
Jan. 9 ........................Southeastern (4:00)
Jan. 14 ....................@ Kenton Ridge (4:00)
Jan. 16 ......................Bellefontaine (4:00)
Jan. 23 ..........................@ Tecumseh (4:00)
Jan. 28............................@ Shawnee (4:00)
Jan. 29 ..................@ Jonathan Alder (4:00)
Feb. 6 ....................Madison-Plains (4:00)
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Shekinah High School’s boys’ basketball team: (kneeling, from left) Kent Gingerich, Andrew
Yutzy; (standing) Clay Showalter, Ladislav Bilcik, Isaac Yutzy, Shay Greenwell, Connor
Slabaugh, Joel Headings, Caleb Arnold, Josh Showalter, Chad Slabaugh and Coach
Keith Lambert.
Shekinah Boys’ Basketball
Dec. 13 ............Delaware Christian (7:30)
Dec. 14 ..............................Horizon (4:00)
Dec. 20 ....................................Berne Union
@ MVNU Shootout - Mount Vernon (5:00)
Jan. 3............St. Joseph Altercrest (6:00)
Jan. 4 ..............Granville Christian (6:30)
Jan. 7 ..........................@ Tree of Life (7:30)
Jan. 10 ..............Madison Christian (7:30)
Jan. 13 ..........New Hope Christian (7:30)
Jan. 17............Northside Christian (7:30)
Jan. 18 ................@ Franklin Heights (7:30)
Jan. 24 ............@ Delaware Christian (7:30)
Jan. 30-Feb. 1 ........Rosedale Invitational
Feb. 4 ..................Temple Christian (7:30)
Feb. 7 ............................Tree of Life (7:30)
Feb. 8................@ Granville Christian (6:00)
Feb. 11..............@ Madison Christian (7:30)
Feb. 14 ........Genoa (7:30 - Senior Night)
Times shown are for the varsity team.
Messenger photo by Jeff Pfeil
Shekinah High School’s girls’ basketball team: (on floor, from left) Mary Aisha Albert,
Eliana Hall; (back row) Shelby Dawson, Madison Higgins, Coach Brock Yutzy, Kelsey
Beachy and Annie Harless.
Shekinah Girls’ Basketball
Dec. 7 ..........@ Mt. Gilead Christian (11:00)
Dec. 10............Delaware Christian (7:30)
Dec. 14 ..............................Horizon (2:30)
Jan. 2 ..................Newark Catholic (6:00)
Jan. 4 ..............Granville Christian (5:00)
Jan. 7 ................@ Calvary Christian (6:00)
Jan. 9............................Tree of Life (7:30)
Jan. 10................@ Temple Christian (6:00)
Jan. 13 ..........New Hope Christian (6:00)
Jan. 14 ............Madison Christian (7:30)
Jan. 17 ..........@ Northside Christian (7:30)
Jan. 21 ..............Fairfield Christian (7:30)
Jan. 23 ............@ Delaware Christian (7:30)
Jan. 25 ........................@Tree of Life (3:30)
Jan. 30-Feb. 1 ............................Rosedale
Invitational (TBA)
Feb. 4 ..............@ Madison Christian (7:30)
Feb. 8 ..............@ Granville Christian (4:30)
Feb. 14 ................Genoa Christian (6:00)

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WEST JEFFERSON ROUGH RIDERS
West Jefferson Girls’ Basketball
Nov. 22 ............................................................Berne Union (6:00)
Nov. 27........................................Northridge (6:00 - varsity only)
Dec. 3 ........................................................................Heath (6:00)
Dec. 5 ........................................................Mechanicsburg (6:00)
Dec. 7 ..................................................................Fairbanks (6:00)
Dec. 12................................................@ West Liberty Salem (6:00)
Dec. 14 ..........................................................Northeastern (6:00)
Dec. 19 ..............................................................@ Cedarville (6:00)
Dec. 21....................................................Catholic Central (10:30)
Dec. 28..................................................@ Central Crossing (12:00)
Jan. 2 ....................................................@ Triad (6:00 - varsity only)
Jan. 9 ............................................................Southeastern (6:00)
Jan. 11 ................................................................@ Greenon (6:00)
Jan. 14 ..................................................@ Kipp (6:00 - varsity only)
Jan. 16 ......................................................Madison-Plains (6:00)
Jan. 18 ..................................................Triad (6:00 - varsity only)
Jan. 25 ......................................................@ Mechanicsburg (6:00)
Jan. 30................................................................@ Fairbanks (6:00)
Feb. 1 ..................................................West Liberty Salem (6:00)
Feb. 4........................................@ Harvest Prep (6:00 - varsity only)
Feb. 8 ..........................................................@ Northeastern (10:00)
Unless otherwise noted, start times shown are for JV; varsity
games start approximately 90 minutes later.
Messenger photo by Jeff Pfeil
West Jefferson High School’s girls’ basketball team: (front row, from left) Megan McClish, Erica Lewis, Coach
Tim Converse, Gabbie King, Emma Crace; (back row) Coach Jill Lambert, Mikayla Jewell, Brooke Mannon,
Taylor Roberts, Laney Lambert and Coach Jill Henry.
Editor’s Note:
Because West Jefferson High School’s football team did so well this
season, advancing far into playoffs, some winter sports team photos
were delayed. The Madison Messenger will publish the boys’ basketball,
wrestling, and cheerleading photos later this month.
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WJ Christmas in the Park a feast for the senses
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
Anyone who has attended West Jefferson’s
Christmas in the Park knows what a
delight it is for all of the senses.
In the weeks leading up to the celebration,
volunteers spend countless hours testing
and hanging 400,000 lights on every
shrub, tree and structure in Garrette Park.
When Santa flips the switch to signal the
start of the festivities, the result is a feast
for the eyes.
Three days of carriage rides, live music,
food, and children’s activities, along with a
lighted parade, house decorating contest,
and toy giveaway captivate all of the
senses—from sight and sound to touch, taste
and smell.
“We hope everyone can come out and experience
this magical, family-friendly
event,” said Brenda Blanton, one of the
event organizers.
New this year are train rides for kids.
The train’s cars are fashioned from large
drums, cut open and turned on their sides,
painted and outfitted with seats. The cars
are all connected. Passengers will wind
through the festival grounds.
This and all of the other activities associated
with the celebration are a labor of
love for a dedicated group of volunteers.
“Without all the volunteers in the community
and the generous donations, Christmas
in the Park could not happen,” Blanton said.
This marks the 24th year for the event.
Festivities are set for Dec. 13-15. Once the
weekend festivities are over, the park will
remain lit from 6 to 10 p.m. nightly through
Jan. 1.
Highlights of opening weekend are as follows:
Parade of Lights
Anyone can participate in the parade of
lights on Dec. 14. All entries should include
lighting of some kind. Line-up starts at 4:30
p.m. in the American Legion parking lot,
9701 W. Broad St. The parade steps off at
5:30 and travels into West Jefferson, continuing
on Main Street to South Twin Street,
then left onto Fellows Avenue and right into
Garrette Park. For more information, call
Sandy Boucher at (614) 879-9662.
Pictures with Santa and Toy Giveaway
Santa will be available all weekend to
hear children’s Christmas wishes in the
Santa House and pose for photos. Bring
your own camera and take as many photos
as you like, or take advantage of the on-site
photographer. The first photo is free; additional
photos are $5 each, with a limit of
three photos.
Skip the wait in line to see Santa by leaving
your name and phone number at the
Santa House when you arrive at the park.
Organizers will send a text when it’s your
turn to visit Santa.
On Dec. 15, event organizers will give
tickets to children ages 12 and younger for
a toy giveaway. Toy distribution will start
Horse-drawn carriage rides are always a big attraction at Christmas in the Park.
at 8:15 p.m. Entrants must be present at the
drawing to win.
Craft Station, Stories, Carriage Rides
Children are invited to visit the shelter
house to make a variety of crafts throughout
the weekend, and each night, volunteers
will read Christmas-themed stories in the
Santa House.
Teachers from the West Jefferson middle
school and high school will man the horse
and carriage ride station at the Gingerbread
House. Skip the wait in line for a ride by
leaving your name and phone number with
organizers when you arrive at the park. They
will send a text when it’s your turn to ride.
Home Decorating Contest
A home decorating contest is held in conjunction
with Christmas in the Park. Residents
of the village of West Jefferson and
Jefferson Township are eligible to enter.
Judging will take place Dec. 8-13. Entrants
must leave their lights on from 6 to
10 p.m. those nights. Winners will be notified
on Dec. 15; cash prizes will be presented
at 8:15 p.m.
Two categories are offered this year:
“Clark Griswold,” which looks for excessive
use of lighting and decoration; and “Norman
Rockwell,” which looks for more traditional,
nostalgic decoration. First, second and honorable
mention prizes will be awarded in
each category.
For more information about any part of
the event, go to wjchristmaspark.org.
Directions to Garrette Park: Journey to
West Jefferson via Route 40. Once in downtown,
turn south on Walnut Street, which
runs straight into the park
Parking: Parking is available on surrounding
streets. One option is the field behind
the park; to get there, continue south on
Walnut Street which becomes Fellows Avenue,
then look for the lot.
Website: www.wjchristmaspark.org
Contact information: For details about any
part of Christmas in the Park, call the West
Jefferson Community Association’s Ox Box
number, (614) 879-8818, and leave a message.
Large crowds are always on hand for
Christmas in the Park. They wander the
grounds, enjoying music, food, activities
and, of course, the lights.
Donations: Christmas in the Park is an allvolunteer
organization. Donations help to
offset the cost of replacement lights, electricity
and other expenses. Organizers hope
to replace the current Santa House with a
new one next year. Make donations out to
“Christmas in the Park” and mail to P.O.
Box 262, West Jefferson, OH 43162.

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Schedule of events
Friday, Dec. 13
5 p.m. Concessions open
6 p.m. Opening ceremonies
Santa arrives and turns on the lights
West Jeff High School jazz band & chamber choir
6-9 p.m. Santa’s workshop
Carriage rides
Holiday games
Train rides for kids
Crafts
6-9:30 p.m. Visit with Santa
11 p.m. Lights off
Saturday, Dec. 14
4:30 p.m. Parade line-up at American Legion
5 p.m. Concessions open
5:30 p.m. Parade of Lights
6-9 p.m. Santa’s workshop
Holiday games
Carriage rides
Entertainment
Train rides for kids
Crafts
6-10 p.m. Visit with Santa
11 p.m. Lights off
Sunday, Dec. 15
5 p.m. Lights on
5-7:30 p.m. Entertainment
5-8 p.m. Concessions open, carriage rides
5-9 p.m. Visit with Santa
6-8 p.m. Crafts
8:15 p.m. Home decorating contest winners announcement;
Children’s toy giveaway - tickets given to children
on Sunday night (must be present to win)
11 p.m. Lights off
Monday, Dec. 16-Monday, Jan. 1
6-10 p.m. Lights on at the park!
Kennedy and Tate Converse share their wish lists with Santa at
last year’s Christmas in the Park. Santa will be available once
again to visit with children each night of this year’s celebration.
Christmas in the Park Committee
would like to say a
BIG THANK
YOU to
for their generous support & the use of their
60 ft. lift 4 weeks in 2019 for
West Jefferson Christmas in the Park;
also a BIG THANK YOU to these sponsors:
24 th Annual West Jefferson Christmas in the Park
December 13, 14, 15
Schedule at: wjchristmaspark.org
Flyers Pizza & Subs
Village of West Jefferson, OH
Mikes Trucking
Subway
West Jefferson Hardware
ABC Restrooms
Happy Druggist Pharmacy
Adept Products
Buckeye Ford
John & Craig Brenneman
Esther Mae and Larry Baker
American Legion Post 201
Craft & Car Show
Chevron Pools
Krazy Glue
Cyrus Printing
Peterman's Tree and Lawn Service
Flax Miller
Midland Title
IBEW Local Union 71
Merchant's National Bank
William & Catherine Lillyman
Forrest Trucking
Wilson Graphics
Smokeout
Darding Family
Walmart
JIC
West Jefferson Education Association
July Fourth Streetfest
Buckeye Ford
Don Arnold
The X-Terminator
Blake Bailey
Brenda and Bill Blanton
Jeff Pfeil Lawn Service, LLC
WJHS National Honor Society
Falter’s Meats
Instant Whip London
Thank you to the many volunteers for their many hours of time
Nightly entertainment, carriage rides, Christmas Café & Visits with Santa

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Little Lambs
HELP House Community Outreach, 122 E.
Center St., London, is hosting a “His Little
Lambs” shopping day on Dec. 21. This outreach
provides new and gently used gifts to children in
need. Parents and guardians choose donated gifts
for their children.
Donated gifts are due by noon Dec. 18. Items
are needed for children of all ages: toys, games,
jewelry, personal items, stocking stuffers, clothing,
jackets, sweatshirts, shoes, and new socks
and underwear. All donations should be unwrapped.
Large gifts, such as bikes and gaming
systems, will be raffled off. Wrapping paper, tape
and bows also are needed. Donation drop-off times
are: Monday, noon-7 p.m.; Tuesday, 9 a.m.-noon;
Wednesday, 8 a.m.-noon; and Saturday, 8-11 a.m.
Volunteers are needed on Elf Nights to help
clean and repair donated toys and gifts: 6-8:30 p.m.
(or any portion of that time) Dec. 11 and Dec. 12.
Volunteers also are needed to set up and run
the shopping day event. Individuals or groups are
welcome to help any portion of the following times:
- Dec. 18—noon-2 p.m., set up stations
- Dec. 18—6-8:30 p.m., stock stations
- Dec. 19—6-8:30 p.m., stock stations
- Dec. 21—8:15 a.m., volunteer arrival; 8:30, volunteer
training; pick a shift or stay for the whole
time - 8:15-10:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., manage
stations, assist clients, and carry bags to cars.
To volunteer, email chandrakelly@outlook.com
or send a text to (614) 202-1741. Or sign up at
www.signupgenius.com/go/8050949AFAC2EA4F
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Narcotics Anonymous
First United Methodist Church, 52 N.
obituaries
Main St., London, hosts a Narcotics Anonymous
group at 7:30 p.m. Mondays, 8 p.m.
Wednesdays, and 6:30 p.m. Saturdays. For
more info, call the church at (740) 852-0462.
BARNES
Linda D. Barnes, 61, of London died on Nov. 27, 2019, in her residence.
She was born on June 10, 1958, in Columbus, the daughter
of Donald E. and Mary (Wise) Wooldridge. Linda was the owner of
many businesses, including Somerford Salon, Amish Meat & Cheese,
and Use It Again. She also worked for the state at the London Correctional
Institution for several years. She drove school buses for London
and West Jefferson for 12 years. She is survived by: her husband
of 37 years, Truett “Joe” Barnes; children, Sarah (Keith) Conn, Kelly
Barnes and Truett (Christie) Barnes; sister, Brenda (Donald) Lowe;
grandchildren, Truett G. Barnes, Reece T. Conn, Pierce J. Conn and
Makaylin Barnes; nieces and nephews, Robert Sprouse, Brian
Wooldridge, Jamie Connor, Tamara (Nathan) Waugh and Melissa
Lowe; and many great-nieces and great-nephews. Linda was preceded
in death by: her mother, Mary E. Blake; sister, Donna J.
(George) Sprouse; and nephew, Timothy A. Wooldridge. A celebration
of life service was held Dec. 1 at Rader-Lynch & Dodds Funeral Home
& Cremation Service, London,with the Rev. Jerry Poff officiating. Interment
followed at Somerford Township Cemetery.
ELLIFRITT
Brenda Ann Ellifritt passed away on Nov.
27, 2019, at her home from pancreatic cancer
with her loving husband, Tim, at her side. She
is preceeded in death by her parents, Keith
and Marguerite Root, and her mother-in-law,
Carol Ellifritt. Besides her husband, Tim, she
is survived by: her father-in-law, Gerald Ellifritt;
brothers, Richard (Valerie) Root and
Jack Root; sister, Sue (Ed) Mikle; brother-inlaw,
Thomas (Lori) Ellifritt; daughters, Beth (Dennis) Courtney,
Cindy Seaford and Wendy (Rubin) Terry; 10 grandchildren and
seven great-grandchildren. Brenda will be deeply missed by many
nieces, nephews and friends. Brenda attended Canal Winchester
High School and the Columbus Culinary Institute, where she was
class salutatorian. Brenda was employed at Southwestern City
Schools. She was a Civil War and WWII reenactor and a member
of the NRA and the Ohio Gun Collectors Association. She also was
a devoted Buckeyes fan. Brenda was a chef and baker without
equal. Thank you to all the folks at Ohio Health for your kindness
and care. Per her wishes, there was no visitation or funeral service.
Interment will be at Violet Township Cemetery, Pickerington, Ohio.
SCHALL
Jennifer Janice Schall, 12, of London died on Nov. 27, 2019, in
Madison Health. She was born on Aug. 6, 2007, in Laurelville, Ohio.
Jennifer was a sixth-grade student at London Middle School, who
loved science, the outdoors and helping her guardians care for and
nurture many foster animals in her home. You could regularly find
her playing in the creek with her friends, getting her shoes and
hands all muddy catching frogs, tadpoles, crawdads, whatever she
could get her hands on. Her family includes: guardians, Julie Miller
and Jim Cooper; parents, Robert Schall and Celena Hogan; sister,
Breanna Schall; great-grandmother, Janice Schall; and many other
relatives and friends. Friends called at Eberle-Fisher Funeral Home
and Crematory, London, on Dec. 1. Memorials in Jennifer’s name
may be sent to: The Humane Society of Madison County, P.O. Box
84, West Jefferson, OH 43162.
SKIDMORE
Jessica A. Skidmore, 35, of London died on Nov. 28, 2019, in her
residence. Born on Sept. 6, 1984, in Columbus, she was a daughter
of Ray and Vicki (Coomer) Skidmore. Survivors include: her mother
and father; son, John Joe McGrath III; daughters, Johzlyn McGrath
and Jenna McGrath; sisters, Jennifer Thompson (Jeff Pack) and
Julia Skidmore; nephews, Nicholas Williams, Thomas Thompson,
Conner Thompson, Bruce Pack, Kristian Oty, Brendon Guyer and
Devin Guyer; maternal grandmother, Betty Mastin; many aunts,
uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her paternal
grandparents, Ken and Shirley Skidmore, and maternal grandfather,
John Coomer. Funeral services were held on Dec. 4, 2019, in
Eberle-Fisher Funeral Home and Crematory, London. Interment
followed in Oak Hill Cemetery, London.
HOLLAR
James Allen Hollar, 78, of Mount Sterling went home to be with
the Lord on Nov. 30, 2019, at the Signature Health Care of Fayette
County. He was born on Dec. 6, 1940, in Mount Sterling, a son of
Charles William and Helen Erma (Morgan) Hollar. He was a longtime
member of Antioch Church and worked and retired from General
Motors in 1992. He loved to sing and enjoyed horses and
spending time with his family. James was preceded in death by: his
parents, Charles and Helen Hollar; first wife, Connie Sandra Chambers
(Jimmy and Samantha’s mother); second wife, Clara Ann
Hampton; siblings, Joseph, Keith, Charles “Mots,” John, Harvey,
Frances, Arietta, Martha and Charlotte. He is survived by: his loving
wife, Betty; children, Jimmy (Brenda) Hollar, Samantha (Rick)
Jones, Dale Stewart, Marlene Stewart, Larry Stewart, Rina Ferguson,
Jeffrey Stewart, Sandy Rosier, Vicky Coffman, Tony Fox and
Jimmy (Jeanette) Fox; sisters, Cora “Boots” Matthews, Mary (Jack)
Brill; grandchildren, Gabriel, Gavin Jones, Jacob Hollar, and several
other grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Hayden; numerous
nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Funeral
services were held on Dec. 5 at Porter-
Tidd Funeral Home, Mount Sterling, with
Pastor James Blankenship officiating. Interment
followed at Pleasant Cemetery, Mount
Sterling.
PENWELL
Gloria Penwell, 82, a life-long resident of
London died on Dec. 1, 2019, in her home.
Born in London on Feb. 26, 1937, the
daughter of Dean W. and Avanelle (Daily)
Brill. Gloria worked in the insurance industry
for 66 years at Chaney & Thomas Insurance
Agency, which she purchased in 1978
and has continued as a three-generation
family operated business. Gloria enjoyed
serving her community in various ways. She
was a long-time member of the London
Board of Public Utilities, served on the
Board of Oak Hill Cemetery and was a past
member of the Chamber of Commerce. She
enjoyed her family, loved antique shopping
and enjoyed their cabin in Hocking Hills.
Gloria is survived by: her husband of 45
years, Carl M. Penwell; daughter, Deeann
(Mike) Blake; and grandson, Ty (Caitlin)
Blake, all of London. A celebration of life
was held on Dec. 5 at Red Brick Tavern. Inurnment
will be held at the discretion of the
family. Contributions may be made to the
Salvation Army, Gloria’s favorite charity.
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Breakfast with Santa
St. John’s Lutheran Church, 380 Keny Blvd., London, will host
Breakfast with Santa from 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 14. Enjoy breakfast,
get your picture taken with Santa, try your luck in the raffle, and
browse the Secret Santa Shop.
Central Townships Fire District
The regular meeting of the Central Townships Joint Fire District
will take place at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 18 at Somerford Township Hall,
91 State Rte. 56 NW, London. The 2020 appropriations for the fire
district will be available for inspection at that time.
Developmental Disabilities Board
The Madison County Board of Developmental Disabilities will
meet at 4 p.m. Dec. 12 at the administrative office, 500 Elm St.,
London.
Fairfield Township Trustees
The Fairfield Township trustees will meet at 8 p.m. Dec. 16 at
Fairfield Township Hall, 9100 Big Plain-Circleville Road. Appropriations
for 2020 will be available for public input and, after discussion,
for board approval.
Lung Cancer?
Asbestos exposure in industrial,
construction, manufacturing jobs, or the
military may be the cause. Family in
the home were also exposed.
Call 1-866-795-3684 or email
cancer@breakinginjurynews.com.
$30 billion is set aside for asbestos
victims with cancer. Valuable settlement
monies may not require filing a lawsuit.
HBMLibrary
Hurt-Battelle Memorial Library, 270 Lilly Chapel
Rd., West Jefferson, (614) 879-8448.
• Storytimes. 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays.
• Firefighters Toy Drive. The library is a drop-off location
for the annual Firefighters Toy Drive. Call the library
for specifics on the needed items.
• Adopt-a-Family. Applications are available at the
information desk to fill out for any family in need that
would like to receive Christmas gifts. Anyone who
would like to buy gifts for a family can pick up an “ornament”
at the library listing a family’s wishes. Call
ahead to be sure wish lists are still available.
• 12 Days of Christmas. From Dec. 9 through Dec. 23,
the library will be Craft Central Station. Lots of festive
ornament crafts will rotate every day. All previous crafts
and more will be available at the same time on Dec. 23
during the library’s holiday open house 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Sleepytime Storytime. Little ones are encouraged
to wear their PJs and bring their blankets for a relaxing
storytime at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 10.
• Teen Steam: Nightmare Before Christmas Party.
Teens in grades 6 and up are invited to enjoy food,
games and crafts from 2:30 to 5 p.m. Dec. 13.
• Quilt Raffle. Tickets are available for purchase
through Dec. 14. The winner will be notified the week
of Dec. 16. The raffle is sponsored by the Friends of the
Library.
• Cookie Walk. 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 14 in the
community room.
• Star Wars Party. Star Wars fans of all ages are invited
to have fun from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 14. All
who attend can enter the drawing for one of two hologram
lamps.
London Government Meetings
The following city of London government meetings
will take place at city hall, 20 S. Walnut St. For more
information, call (740) 852-3243.
• Finance committee—Dec. 9, 6 p.m.;
• Historic review board—Dec. 10, 4 p.m.;
• Historic downtown revitalization committee—Dec.
10, 5 p.m.;
• Public safety committee—Dec. 10, 7:15 p.m.;
• Public service committee—Dec. 11, noon;
• Civil service commission—Dec. 11, 4:15 p.m.;
• Tree commission—Dec. 17, 5 p.m.;
• City council—Dec. 19, 6:30 p.m.;
• Board of public utilities—Dec. 19, 6:30 p.m.
Madison County Senior Center
280 W. High St., London, (740) 852-3001. Lunch is
served daily, 11:30 a.m.—1 p.m.
Dec. 9: 8:30 a.m., indoor walking/exercise class; 9
a.m., chair volleyball; 9:30 a.m., Tuttle Mall trip departs;
9:30 a.m., crochet/knitting/needlecrafts; 10:30
a.m., sitting exercises/strengthening; 11:30 a.m., Birthday
Monday lunch with Christmas sing-along; 1 p.m.,
euchre
Dec. 10: 9 a.m., quilting; 10 a.m., bowling; 5 p.m.,
cards and billiards; 5:30 p.m., line dancing
Dec. 11: 8:30 a.m., indoor walking/exercise; 9 a.m.,
chair volleyball; 10 a.m., pickleball at the London Community
Center; 10:30 a.m., aerobics/strengthening
class; 11:15 a.m., Christmas lunch with singing by Jubilation;
12:05 p.m., bridge
Dec. 12: 9 a.m., chair volleyball
Dec. 13: 8:30 a.m., indoor walking/exercise class; 9
a.m., painting class; 1 p.m., movie.
Mt. Sterling Community Center
164 E. Main St., (740) 869-2453.
Dec. 9: 10-11 a.m., chair exercises; 7:30-9 p.m., open
gym basketball for high schoolers and adults
Dec. 10: 4-7 p.m., food/clothing pantry; 6:30-7:30
p.m., boot camp exercise class; 7:30-9 p.m., volleyball for
adults; 8-9 p.m., Alcoholics Anonymous.
Dec. 11: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., adult sewing
Dec. 12: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. food/clothing pantry; 6:30-7:30
p.m., boot camp exercise class; 7-8:30 p.m., Bible study;
7:30—9 p.m. volleyball for adults
Dec. 13: 9:30 a.m., Christmas bake sale at Chase
Bank and North Valley (Milton) Bank.
Dec. 14: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., sewing for all ages.
Mount Sterling Library
60 W. Columbus St., (740) 869-2430.
• Storytimes. Sessions take place at 10:30 a.m. Mondays.
Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to enjoy activities,
stories and snacks. The annual Storytime
Christmas party is Dec. 16. After that, storytime will
take a break until Jan. 27.
• Closures. The library will close at 5 p.m. Dec. 12
for the staff Christmas party and reopen Dec. 13 for regular
hours. The library will be closed Dec. 24-25 for
Christmas and Dec. 30-Jan. 1 for New Year’s.
• Teen Book Club. The group will discuss “Dumplin’”
by Julie Murphy from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Dec. 17. Copies of
the book are available for checkout. The club is open to
ages 13-18. Snacks will be served.
Plain City Library
305 W. Main St., (614) 873-4912.
• Books and Baubles Sale. The Friends of the Library’s
annual fundraiser runs all day Dec. 9-14 (except
Dec. 11) and features used books and hand-crafted gifts
for book lovers.
• All Ages Storytime. Ages 6 and younger can enjoy
stories, rhymes, songs and other learning activities from
10:30 to 11 a.m. Dec. 9 and Dec. 16. Caregivers must attend.
• Holiday Storytime. Bring the whole family for stories,
rhymes, songs, dancing, parachute play and a craft
at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 10.
• Closures. The library will be closed Dec. 11 for
staff development. The library will be closed Dec. 24-25
for Christmas and Jan. 1 for New Year’s Day.
• Library Board Meeting. The board meets at 6:30
p.m. the third Monday of every month. The public is
welcome. The next meeting is on Dec. 16.
• Kids Book Club. This club, for children in grades
4-7, will meet at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 17.
• Storytimes. Toddlertime for ages 18-36 months
will meet at 10:30 a.m. Dec. 18. Caregivers must attend.
Preschool Storytime for children ages 3-6 will meet at
11 a.m. Dec. 18.
Retired Teachers
The Madison County Retired Teachers Association
will meet on Dec. 9 at Brennan Loft, 158 S. Main St.
(above Wilson Printing and Graphics), London. Lunch
is at 11:30 a.m. The meeting is at 12:30 p.m. The program
is a “Christmas and Music Spectacular.” For details,
contact Ray Justice at (740) 852-1705.
West Jefferson Parks and Recreation
The West Jefferson Parks and Recreation Department
is hosting a showing of the movie, “The Grinch,”
at 2 p.m. Dec. 8 at the West Jefferson Community Center,
230 Cemetery Rd. For details, call (614) 379-5273.

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Clinic helps employers recruit drug-free workers
Never before have employers been forced
to deal with the magnitude of issues impacting
their ability to operate drug-free: the
opioid epidemic, the legalization of medical
marijuana, the recent rise in employee use
of cocaine and methamphetamine, and the
record-setting increase in positive workplace
drug tests.
Coupled with the area’s low unemployment
rate, finding healthy, drug-free workers
has become difficult for many companies
in the community. Meanwhile, a recent
study of employers in Ohio showed that most
could be doing more to prevent and respond
to substance misuse in their workforces.
In response, Mental Health & Recovery
Board of Clark, Greene & Madison Counties
(MHRB) has joined forces with Working
Partners and Clark State Community College
to address this problem through the
Technical Assistance Clinic.
“Clark State Community College is
proud to partner with MHRB to bring this
important information to our business community.
Understanding the role of addiction
and trauma in employment and the technical
and legal process of a second-chance policy
will provide an enormous return on
investment for the businesses who participate
in hiring, retention, productivity and
employee engagement,” said Lesli Beavers,
director of workforce and business solutions
at Clark State.
The event also is endorsed by Beavercreek
Chamber of Commerce, Fairborn Area
Chamber of Commerce, Greene County Department
of Development, Ohio Means Jobs
Madison County, and Xenia Area Chamber
of Commerce.
Available for $25 to all employers in the
board’s three-county area, this one-day
clinic will provide employers with the education,
written resources, and a tool to audit
their drug-free workplace (DFWP) efforts
and hear experiences and tips from area
businesses who run effective DFWP programs.
“We believe this is an excellent opportunity
for local businesses to really explore
and understand the issues impacting their
drug-free workplace and respond to these
issues in a meaningful way,” said Greta
Mayer, chief executive officer at MHRB.
“This clinic will give businesses the tools
they need to strengthen or start on the journey
to create an effective drug-free workplace
program.
Business leaders attending the course
will learn about a wide variety of topics related
to operating drug-free, including:
• five elements of a best-practice DFWP
program;
• essential components of an effective
DFWP policy;
• mandates and authorities impacting
DFWP programs;
• operationalizing Ohio’s new medical
marijuana law;
• how to establish an effective secondchance
system;
• local resources available to assist employees
and their family members with substance
misuse and other mental health issues;
• drug-free rebates available through
Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation;
and
• employer opportunities for promoting
overall mental health in their workplace.
The clinic is set for Jan. 14 at Brinkman
Educational Center, 100 S. Limestone St.,
Springfield. Business leaders interested in
learning more or registering for the clinic
should visit https://TAclinic.eventbrite.com
or send email to brianna@mhrb.org.
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Generous Knights of Pythias
Jim Davis (left) and Dave Caudill (right), members of Mount Sterling Knights of the
Pythias 194, present donations to Annie Tomlinson, director of the Mount Sterling
Community Center, for the center’s Christmas in the Village celebration, food pantry
and other programs.
Dave Caudill (left), a member of Mount Sterling Knights of the Pythias 194, presents
a donation for the Tri-County Joint Fire District’s Christmas toy drive. Accepting the
donation are Tri-County Chief Dave Taylor, Tolles student Logan Patrick and Tri-County
firefighter Riley McGraw.

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SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE
OHIO REVISED CODE, SEC. 2329.26
THE STATE OF OHIO, MADISON COUNTY
Normandy Capital Trust, Plaintiff
vs.
AOK Real Estate Investment Group, LLC
Case No. CVE20180259
Parcel No. 31-01908.000
Address: 83 Elm St., London, OH 43140
In pursurance of an order of sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale
at public auction, at the door of the courthouse in London, Ohio. The above
named property was appraised at $135,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than
two-thirds of that amount on Friday, 20th day of December, 2019, at 10:00 o’clock
a.m. If no bids at that time, the property will be offered up again on Friday, 3rd
day of January, 2020. There will be no minimum bid for the second sale. Any
additional costs and taxes owed for the action that are not covered by the sale,
will be collected within 30 days of the confirmation from the purchaser. However,
the Plaintiff has the right to redeem the property within 14 days of the sale by
paying the full purchase price to the clerk of courts, and will be considered the
successful purchaser of the sale.
The complete legal description can be found in the office of the Madison County
Recorder, in the Madison County Courthouse located at 1 N. Main Street, London,
OH 43140.
Being the same property conveyed by deed recorded in volume 337, page 491
of the Madison County Ohio Records.
Last known owner: AOK Real Estate Investment Group, LLC
Said premises located at: 83 Elm St., London, OH 43140
All properties sold at Sheriff’s Sale are on an “as-is” basis and have no warranty or
guarantee. The appraisal may or may not have been an inside inspection of the
property and the Sheriff nor the appraisers are liable for the condition of the
property that was appraised.
Terms of Sale: $5,000.00 will be due the day of the sale, balance due within 30
days of confirmation.
Additional fees to be paid to the Sheriff, include, transfer tax & conveyance fees
which will be added to the balance due. All funds paid to the Sheriff must be in
cash or certified check.
Delinquent taxes will be paid by the plaintiff, current taxes prorated to the
purchaser to the date of the auction. The purchaser assumes all taxes from the
date of the auction.
John R. Swaney, Sheriff
Tina J. Sabin, Deputy
Madison County, Ohio
Carlisle, McNellie, Rini, Kramer & Ulrich, Attorney
24755 Chagrin Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44122
MM NOVEMBER 24, DECEMBER 1, 8, 2019
Public Notice
MM2019453
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Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. The complete public
notice, including any additional instructions for submitting
comments, requesting information, a public hearing, or filing an
appeal may be obtained at: http://www.epa.ohio.gov/actions.aspx
or Hearing Clerk, Ohio EPA, 50 W. Town St. P.O. Box 1049, Columbus,
Ohio 43216. Ph: 614-644-3037 email: HClerk@epa.ohio.gov
Draft NPDES Permit Renewal - Subject to Revision
West Jefferson WWTP, 450 Cemetary Rd., West Jefferson, OH
Facility Description: Wastewater-Municipality
Receiving Water: Little Darby Creek
ID #: 4PB00024*JD
Date of Action: 12/03/2019
MM DECEMBER 8, 2019
MM2019474
LEGAL NOTICE
Sale of Real Estate
Madison County
Foreclosure Auction
Case# CV 20190158
U.S. Bank National Association
vs
Douglas A. Bower, et al.
The description of the property to be sold is as follows:
Property Address:
1071 Margate Circle East, London, Madison, Ohio, 43140
Legal Description:
Full Legal Listed on Public Website;
Parcel Number: 31-02617.009
Bidding will be available only on www.Auction.com
opening on 12/17/2019 at 10:00 AM for a minimum
of 7 days.
Property may be sold on a provisonal sale date should
the third party purchaser fail to provide their deposit
within the allotted time.
Provision Sale date: 12/31/2019 at 10:00 AM
Sales subject to cancellation. The deposit required is
$5000.00 to be paid by wire transfer within 2 hours of
the sale ending. No cash is permitted.
Purchaser shall be responsible for those costs,
allowances, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are
insufficient to cover.
To view all sale details and terms for this property visit
www.Auction.com and enter the Search Code
CV 20190158 into the search bar.
MM DECEMBER 1, 8, 15, 2019
MM2019461
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MADISON COUNTY, OHIO
PROBATE DIVISION, JUVENILE COURT
Case No. 21930012, 21930013, 21930014
Summons By Publication
In the Matter of
Bn P (F), Ra P (M), Va P (F)
Alleged Dependent Children
To: Jennifer Parfitt, lka 1274 Kent St., Columbus, OH 43205
James Parfitt, lka 1067 Hardesty Pl Apt E, Columbus, OH 43204
Vickie Kisor, lka 148 Maplewood Ln, London, OH 43140
A complaint has been filed in this Court by the State of
Ohio/Madison County Children Services, alleging dependency of
Bn P (F) (DOB 11/19/2002), Ra P (M) (DOB 05/31/2006, & Va P (F)
(DOB 01/29/10), pursuant to O.R.C. 2151.04. A hearing has been
scheduled at the Madison County Juvenile Court, 1 North Main
Street, London, OH 43140, on January 3, 2020, at 10:30 a.m., and
at the call of the Court thereafter.
You are indicated as being the parents or custodian of said minor
children and notice of said complaint is hereby provided in accordance
with the law and the provisions of RULE 16, Rules of
Juvenile Procedure. If a party is indigent, the Court will appoint
counsel to provide representation upon request. If you believe
that you qualify, contact the Court at (740) 852-0760.
CHRISTOPHER J. BROWN
Juvenile Judge
Madison County, Ohio
MM DECEMBER 8, 2019
MM2019476
NOTICE OF SALE Under Judgment of
Foreclosure of Liens for Delinquent Land Taxes
In the Common Pleas Court of Madison County, Ohio
Donna L. Landis, Treasurer Madison County, Ohio, Plaintiff
vs.
The unknown heirs, next of kin, spouses, devisees, legatees, executors,
administrators, guardians of incompetent heirs, and spouses and/or assigns of
Frank R. Nairn, now deceased, et al. and the unknown heirs, next of kin, spouses,
devisees, legatees, executors, administrators, guardians of incompetent heirs,
and spouses and/or assigns of Richard B. Nairn, now deceased, et al., Defendant
Case No. CVE20190076
Whereas judgment has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for
taxes, assessments, charges, penalties, interest, and costs as follows:
PPN: 08-00064.000
Address of Property: Oak Court, Galloway, Ohio 43119
Situated in the State of Ohio, County of Madison and in the Township of Jefferson and
further described as being Lot Number Five (5) Block Number Twelve (12) of Darby
Crest Addition, as the same is numbered and delineated upon the recorded plat of
said Addition of record in Plat Book 1, page 252, in the Madison County Recorder’s
Office.
Last Known Owner: Frank R. Nairn and Richard B. Nairn (both deceased)
Amount of Judgment: Seven Hundred and Forty-three Dollars and Sixty-four Cents
($743.64); plus any other taxes, penalities, interest, assessments and costs that may
be due and payable by the date of the sale of the real property described herein;
Whereas, such judgment orders such real property to be sold by the undersigned to
satisfy the total amount of such judgment plus any other taxes, penalties, interest,
assessments and costs that may be due and payable by the date of the sale of the real
property described herein;
Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that I, John R. Swaney, Sheriff of Madison
County, Ohio, will sell such real property at public auction, for cash, to the highest
bidder of an amount that equals at least $850.00 at 10:00 a.m. at the Madison County
Courthouse in London, Ohio, on Friday, the 20th day of December, 2019. If any parcel
does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, under the same conditions
of the first sale and at the same time of day at the same place on Friday, the 3rd day
of January, 2020, for an amount that equals at least $950.00.
All properties sold at Sheriff’s Sale is on an “as-is” basis and has no warranty or
guarantee. The Treasurer nor the Sheriff are liable for the condition of the property.
John R. Swaney, Sheriff
Madison County, Ohio
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SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE
OHIO REVISED CODE, SEC. 2329.26
THE STATE OF OHIO, MADISON COUNTY
Home Point Financial Group, Plaintiff
vs.
Charles L. Fraley et. al., Defendant
Case No. CVE20190008
Parcel No. 18-00381.000
Address: 183 New St., Mt. Sterling, OH 43143
In pursurance of an order of sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale
at public auction, at the door of the courthouse in London, Ohio. The above
named property was appraised at $62,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than
two-thirds of that amount on Friday, 20th day of December, 2019, at 10:00 o’clock
a.m. If no bids at that time, the property will be offered up again on Friday, 3rd
day of January, 2020. There will be no minimum bid for the second sale. Any
additional costs and taxes owed for the action that are not covered by the sale,
will be collected within 30 days of the confirmation from the purchaser. However,
the Plaintiff has the right to redeem the property within 14 days of the sale by
paying the full purchase price to the clerk of courts, and will be considered the
successful purchaser of the sale.
The complete legal description can be found in the office of the Madison County
Recorder, in the Madison County Courthouse located at 1 N. Main Street, London,
OH 43140.
Being the same property conveyed by deed recorded in volume 313, page 131
of the Madison County Ohio Records.
Last known owner: Charles L. Fraley et. al.
Said premises located at: 183 New St., Mt. Sterling, OH 43143
All properties sold at Sheriff’s Sale are on an “as-is” basis and have no warranty or
guarantee. The appraisal may or may not have been an inside inspection of the
property and the Sheriff nor the appraisers are liable for the condition of the
property that was appraised.
Terms of Sale: $5,000.00 will be due the day of the sale, balance due within 30
days of confirmation.
Additional fees to be paid to the Sheriff, include, transfer tax & conveyance fees
which will be added to the balance due. All funds paid to the Sheriff must be in
cash or certified check.
Delinquent taxes will be paid by the plaintiff, current taxes prorated to the
purchaser to the date of the auction. The purchaser assumes all taxes from the
date of the auction.
John R. Swaney, Sheriff
Tina J. Sabin, Deputy
Madison County, Ohio
Sottile & Barile LLC, Attorney
394 Wards Corner Rd., Ste. 180, Cincinnati, OH 45140
MM NOVEMBER 24, DECEMBER 1, 8, 2019
NOTICE
The Financial Report of the
Madison-Plains Local School District
for the Fiscal Year ending June 30,
2019 has been completed. This
report is available for inspection at
the office of the Chief Fiscal Officer,
Todd Mustain, Madison-Plains Local
School District, 55 Linson Road,
London, OH 43140.
MM DECEMBER 8, 2019
MM2019471
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December 23, 6:00 p.m.
at Township Hall.
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Case# CVH 20190132
Caliber Home Loans, Inc.
vs
Kaleigh Hodges, et al.
The description of the property to be sold is as follows:
Property Address:
160 East Center Street, London, Madison, Ohio 43140;
Legal Description:
Full Legal Listed on Public Website;
Parcel Number: 31-02415.000
Bidding will be available only on www.Auction.com
opening on 12/17/2019 at 10:00 AM for a minimum
of 7 days.
Property may be sold on a provisonal sale date should
the third party purchaser fail to provide their deposit
within the allotted time.
Provision Sale date: 12/31/2019 at 10:00 AM
Sales subject to cancellation. The deposit required is
$5000.00 to be paid by wire transfer within 2 hours of
the sale ending. No cash is permitted.
Purchaser shall be responsible for those costs,
allowances, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are
insufficient to cover.
To view all sale details and terms for this property visit
www.Auction.com and enter the Search Code
CVH 20190132 into the search bar.
MM DECEMBER 1, 8, 15, 2019
MM2019462
IN THE CHANCERY COURT FOR
SUMNER COUNTY, TENNESSEE AT GALLATIN
No. 2019­AD­30
IN THE MATTER OF:
ORION CHRISTOPHER WRIGHT, DOB: 07/26/2007
and
RONIN MICHAEL WRIGHT­PITTS, DOB: 08/31/2009
Minor Children Under the Age of Eighteen
IAN and MARSHA WRIGHT
Petitioners/Maternal Grandparents
Vs.
STEPHANIE HEATHER WRIGHT, Respondent/Mother
and
ALAN M. PITTS, Respondent/Father
ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION
This cause came on to be heard upon Motion of the
Petitioners for an Order allowing service of process upon
Respondent, Stephanie Heather Wright, by publication, and
the Court finds as follows:
The residence of Respondent, Stephanie Heather Wright is
unknown. The Petitioners have made a diligent search for
Respondent, Stephanie Heather Wright as presented to this
Court. The Court therefore finds that the Respondent,
Stephanie Heather Wright shall be served by publication in
a Columbus Messenger, located in Columbus, Ohio, as
provided by Statute.
The residence of Respondent, Alan M. Pitts is unknown. The
Petitioners have made a diligent search for Respondent,
Alan M. Pitts as presented to this Court. The Court therefore
finds that the Respondent, Alan M. Pitts shall be served
by publication in a weekly local newspaper located and distributed
in the greater Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area, as
provided by Statute.
IT IS ORDERED.
Entered this the 30th day of October, 2019.
LOUIS OLIVER, III, CHANCELLOR
MM NOV. 17, 24, DEC. 1, 8, 2019
MM2019446
SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE
OHIO REVISED CODE, SEC. 2329.26
THE STATE OF OHIO, MADISON COUNTY
Union Home Mortgage Corp., Plaintiff
vs.
Jenny J. Ward et. al., Defendant
Case No. CVE20190157
Parcel No. 31-02808.000
Address: 86 Arlington Ave., London, OH 43140
In pursurance of an order of sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction,
at the door of the courthouse in London, Ohio. The above named property was appraised at
$110,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount on Friday, 20th day of
December, 2019, at 10:00 o’clock a.m. If no bids at that time, the property will be offered up
again on Friday, 3rd day of January, 2020. There will be no minimum bid for the second sale.
Any additional costs and taxes owed for the action that are not covered by the sale, will be collected
within 30 days of the confirmation from the purchaser. However, the Plaintiff has the right
to redeem the property within 14 days of the sale by paying the full purchase price to the clerk
of courts, and will be considered the successful purchaser of the sale.
The complete legal description can be found in the office of the Madison County Recorder, in
the Madison County Courthouse located at 1 N. Main Street, London, OH 43140.
Being the same property conveyed by deed recorded in volume 316, page 704 of the Madison
County Ohio Records.
Last known owner: Jenny J. Ward et. al
Said premises located at: 86 Arlington Ave., London, OH 43140
All properties sold at Sheriff’s Sale are on an “as-is” basis and have no warranty or guarantee. The
appraisal may or may not have been an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff nor
the appraisers are liable for the condition of the property that was appraised.
Terms of Sale: $5,000.00 will be due the day of the sale, balance due within 30 days of
confirmation.
Additional fees to be paid to the Sheriff, include, transfer tax & conveyance fees which will be
added to the balance due. All funds paid to the Sheriff must be in cash or certified check.
Delinquent taxes will be paid by the plaintiff, current taxes prorated to the purchaser to the date
of the auction. The purchaser assumes all taxes from the date of the auction. The purchaser shall
be responsible for those costs, allowances, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient
to cover.
John R. Swaney, Sheriff
Tina J. Sabin, Deputy
Madison County, Ohio
Manley Deas Kochalski LLC, Attorney
P.O. Box 165028, Columbus, OH 43216-5028
MM NOVEMBER 24, DECEMBER 1, 8, 2019
MM2019459
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MADISON COUNTY, OHIO
PROBATE DIVISION, JUVENILE COURT
Case No. 21930008, 21930009, 21930010
Summons By Publication
In the Matter of
Kn B (M), Ja B (F), Jayli B (F),
Alleged Dependent Children
To: Traci Jones, 113 Olive St., London, OH 43140
Jason Bolin, 156½ E. Center St., London, OH 43140
A complaint has been filed in this Court by the State of
Ohio/Madison County Children Services, alleging dependency
of Kn B (M ) DOB 06/09/2008, Ja B (F) DOB 12/12/2010, and
Jayli B (F) DOB 10/26/2009, pursuant to O.R.C. 2151.04. An
adjudication hearing has been scheduled at the Madison
County Juvenile Court, 1 North Main Street, London, OH
43140, on January 6, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. and at the call of the
Court thereafter.
You are indicated as being the parents of said minor children
and notice of said complaint is hereby provided in accordance
with the law and the provisions of RULE 16, Rules of Juvenile
Procedure. If a party is indigent, the Court will appoint counsel
to provide representation upon request. If you believe that
you qualify, contact the Court at (740) 852­0760.
CHRISTOPHER J. BROWN
Juvenile Judge
Madison County, Ohio
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NOTICE OF FORFEITURE OF OIL ANDGAS LEASE
OHIO REVISED CODE 5301.332
To: STEPHCO RESOURCES, INC., its successor(s) or assign(s), whose last known
address is 2091 Selbourne Court, Dublin, Ohio 43017
Please be advised that Linda J. Hudson (“Hudson”), whose address is c/o Flax
Miller Law Firm, Attn: Aaron P. Miller, Esq., 117 W. High Street, Suite 105, London,
Ohio 43140, is the owner and current lessor of certain real property hereinafter
described that is subject to that certain Oil and Gas Lease between Mary Jo Burns,
a single woman, and Rebecca P. Hillshafer, a single woman, as original Lessor(s),
and STEPHCO RESOURCES, INC., as Lessee (“STEPHCO”), dated March 20, 1995,
and recorded on May 1, 1995, at Official Records Volume 17, Page 195, Madison
County Recorder (“Lease”).
The Lease covers that certain real property described as follows:
9.1592 acres located on or near Selsor Moon Road, South Solon, Ohio 43153,
further identified as Parcel Number: 27-00129.000, and more particularly
described in that certain Affidavit for Transfer recorded on November 26, 2019,
at Official Records Volume 358, Page 1971, Madison County Recorder;
65.0519 acres located on or near Selsor Moon Road, South Solon, Ohio 43153,
and further identified as Parcel Number: 27-00129.001, Madison County Auditor,
and more particularly described in that certain Affidavit for Transfer recorded on
November 26, 2019, at Official Records Volume 358, Page 1971, Madison County
Recorder;
66.88 acres located at 11011 Charleston Chillicothe Road, South Solon, Ohio
43153, and further identified as Parcel Number: 27-00107.000, Madison County
Auditor, and more particularly described in that certain Certificate of Transfer
recorded on February 12, 2019, at Official Records Volume 349, Page 413,
Madison County Recorder;
116.88 acres located at 10820 Pancake Selsor Road, South Solon, Ohio 43153,
and further identified as Parcel Number: 27-00157.000, Madison County Auditor,
and more particularly described in that certain Affidavit for Transfer recorded on
November 26, 2019, at Official Records Volume 358, Page 1971, Madison County
Recorder; and 66.88 acres located on or near Charleston Chillicothe Road, South
Solon, Ohio 43153, and further identified as Parcel Number: 27-00163.000,
Madison County Auditor, and more particularly described in that certain Affidavit
for Transfer recorded on November 26, 2019, at Official Records Volume 358, Page
1971, Madison County Recorder.
Collectively referred to herein as the “Property”.
STEPHCO, its successor(s) and/or assign(s), has paid no rent or royalties to Hudson
since she acquired title to the Property, and such rent or royalty payments would
be refused if offered. Hudson has no knowledge of any producing oil or gas wells
located on the Property, and by such reason(s) of noncompliance with the terms
of the Lease by STEPHCO, its successor(s) and/or assign(s), the Lease shall be
forfeited and Hudson shall not recognize such as a valid or existing lease.
This serves as formal notice that after thirty (30) days and not more than sixty
(60) days from the date of publication of this notice, Hudson intends to file with
the Madison County Recorder an Affidavit of Forfeiture of the Lease pursuant to
Ohio Revised Code 5301.332 declaring the Lease forfeited and void in the event
the Lease is not released within thirty (30) days from the date of publication of
this notice.
By: Aaron P. Miller, Esq., Flax Miller Law Firm LLC, 117 W. High Street, Suite 105,
London, OH 43140, (740) 852-3000, Attorney for Hudson.
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this time the bids will be opened for
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OHIO REVISED CODE, SEC. 2329.26
THE STATE OF OHIO, MADISON COUNTY
PennyMac Loan Services LLC, Plaintiff
vs.
Andrew Thomas Saffle et. al., Defendant
Case No. CVE20190097
Parcel No. 24-01544.000
Address: 1071 E. Choctaw Dr., London, OH 43140
In pursurance of an order of sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public auction,
at the door of the courthouse in London, Ohio. The above named property was appraised at
$105,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount on Friday, 20th day of
December, 2019, at 10:00 o’clock a.m. If no bids at that time, the property will be offered up
again on Friday, 3rd day of January, 2020. There will be no minimum bid for the second sale.
Any additional costs and taxes owed for the action that are not covered by the sale, will be collected
within 30 days of the confirmation from the purchaser. However, the Plaintiff has the right
to redeem the property within 14 days of the sale by paying the full purchase price to the clerk
of courts, and will be considered the successful purchaser of the sale.
The complete legal description can be found in the office of the Madison County Recorder, in
the Madison County Courthouse located at 1 N. Main Street, London, OH 43140.
Being the same property conveyed by deed recorded in volume 316, page 1320 of the Madison
County Ohio Records.
Last known owner: Andrew Thomas Saffle et. al
Said premises located at: 1071 E. Choctaw Dr., London, OH 43140
All properties sold at Sheriff’s Sale are on an “as-is” basis and have no warranty or guarantee. The
appraisal may or may not have been an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff nor
the appraisers are liable for the condition of the property that was appraised.
Terms of Sale: $5,000.00 will be due the day of the sale, balance due within 30 days of
confirmation.
Additional fees to be paid to the Sheriff, include, transfer tax & conveyance fees which will be
added to the balance due. All funds paid to the Sheriff must be in cash or certified check.
Delinquent taxes will be paid by the plaintiff, current taxes prorated to the purchaser to the date
of the auction. The purchaser assumes all taxes from the date of the auction. The purchaser shall
be responsible for those costs, allowances, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient
to cover.
John R. Swaney, Sheriff
Tina J. Sabin, Deputy
Madison County, Ohio
Reisenfeld & Associates, Attorney
3962 Red Bank Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45227
MM NOVEMBER 24, DECEMBER 1, 8, 2019
MM2019460
NOTICE OF SALE Under Judgment of
Foreclosure of Liens for Delinquent Land Taxes
In the Common Pleas Court of Madison County, Ohio
Donna L. Landis, Treasurer Madison County, Ohio, Plaintiff
vs.
The unknown heirs, next of kin, spouses, devisees, legatees, executors,
administrators, guardians of incompetent heirs, and spouses and/or assigns of
George Johnson, Josephine Johnson and Orville Johnson, all deceased, et al.
Case No. CVE20190122
Whereas judgment has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for
taxes, assessments, charges, penalties, interest, and costs as follows:
PPN: 11-00166.000 and 11-00167.000
Address of Property: 4th Avenue, Plumwood, Ohio
Situated in the State of Ohio, County of Madison and in the Village of Sanford, and
more fully described in Deed Book 174, page 21, in the Madison County Recorder’s
Office.
Amount of Judgment: One Thousand Four Hundred Seventy-six Dollars and Four
Cents ($1,476.04); plus any other taxes, penalities, interest, assessments and costs that
may be due and payable by the date of the sale of the real property described herein;
Whereas, such judgment orders such real property to be sold by the undersigned to
satisfy the total amount of such judgment plus any other taxes, penalties, interest,
assessments and costs that may be due and payable by the date of the sale of the real
property described herein;
Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that I, John R. Swaney, Sheriff of Madison
County, Ohio, will sell such real property at public auction, for cash, to the highest
bidder of an amount that equals at least $1,600.00 at 10:00 a.m. at the Madison County
Courthouse in London, Ohio, on Friday, the 20th day of December, 2019. If any parcel
does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, under the same conditions
of the first sale and at the same time of day at the same place on Friday, the 3rd day
of January, 2020, for an amount that equals at least $1,700.00.
All properties sold at Sheriff’s Sale is on an “as-is” basis and has no warranty or
guarantee. The Treasurer nor the Sheriff are liable for the condition of the property.
John R. Swaney, Sheriff
Madison County, Ohio
MM NOVEMBER 24, DECEMBER 1, 8, 2019
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Parkdale Drive Sanitary Sewer Replacement
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Sealed Bids for the Parkdale Drive Sanitary Sewer Replacement will be
received by the Village of West Jefferson at the Village Office, 28 E. Main
Street, West Jefferson, Ohio 43162, until Wednesday, December 18, 2019
at 10:00 a.m. local time, at which time bids received will be publicly
opened and read.
In general, the project consists of replacing and relocating 8” gravity
sanitary sewer and manholes behind the properties on Parkdale Drive
in West Jefferson, Ohio.
The free electronic Bidding Documents which include plans and
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Neither Owner nor Choice One will be responsible for full or partial sets
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other than Choice One.
Bids must be signed and submitted on the separate bidding forms and
sealed in a properly identified envelope.
The bid security shall be furnished in accordance with Instructions to
Bidders.
The Contractor shall be required to pay no less than the minimum wage
rates established by the Department of Industrial Relations of the State
of Ohio.
No Bidder shall withdraw his Bid within 60 days after the actual opening
thereof.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all Bids, waive irregularities
in any Bid, and to accept any Bid which is deemed by Owner to be most
favorable to the Owner.
Village of West Jefferson
John Mitchell, Director of Public Service
MM DECEMBER 1, 8, 2019
MM2019467
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NOTICE OF SALE Under Judgment of
Foreclosure of Liens for Delinquent Land Taxes
In the Common Pleas Court of Madison County, Ohio
Donna L. Landis, Treasurer Madison County, Ohio, Plaintiff
vs.
The unknown heirs, next of kin, spouses, devisees, legatees, executors,
administrators, guardians of incompetent heirs, and spouses and/or assigns of
Harbin W. Reed, now deceased, et al., Defendant
Case No. CVE20190116
Whereas judgment has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for
taxes, assessments, charges, penalties, interest, and costs as follows:
PPN: 29-00500.000
Address of Property: Wood Lane, London, Ohio 43140
Situated in the State of Ohio, County of Madison and in the Township of Union and
further described in Deed Book 143, page 170, in the Madison County Recorder’s
Office.
Last Known Owner: Harbin W. Reed and Emogene Reed (both deceased)
Amount of Judgment: Seven Hundred and Ninety Dollars and Twenty-eight Cents
($719.28); plus any other taxes, penalities, interest, assessments and costs that may
be due and payable by the date of the sale of the real property described herein;
Whereas, such judgment orders such real property to be sold by the undersigned to
satisfy the total amount of such judgment plus any other taxes, penalties, interest,
assessments and costs that may be due and payable by the date of the sale of the real
property described herein;
Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that I, John R. Swaney, Sheriff of Madison
County, Ohio, will sell such real property at public auction, for cash, to the highest
bidder of an amount that equals at least $800.00 at 10:00 a.m. at the Madison County
Courthouse in London, Ohio, on Friday, the 20th day of December, 2019. If any parcel
does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, under the same conditions
of the first sale and at the same time of day at the same place on Friday, the 3rd day
of January, 2020, for an amount that equals at least $900.00.
All properties sold at Sheriff’s Sale is on an “as-is” basis and has no warranty or
guarantee. The Treasurer nor the Sheriff are liable for the condition of the property.
John R. Swaney, Sheriff
Madison County, Ohio
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MADISON COUNTY, OHIO
GENERAL DIVISION
1 North Main Street, London, OH 43140
Case No. CVH20190218
Florene L. Ooten, Plaintiff
vs
Charles Gieselbreth, also known as
Charles A. Gieselbreth, et.al., Defendants
To the following Defendants of the above-captioned case whose name(s)
and address(es) are unknown:
Charles Gieselbreth, also known as Charles A. Gieselbreth
Unknown Spouse of Charles Gieselbreth, also known as Charles A. Gieselbreth
Louise Gieselbreth
Unknown Spouse of Louise Gieselbreth
Unknown Heir(s), Devisee(s), Executor(s), Successor(s) and/or Assign(s) of Charles
Gieselbreth, also known as Charles A. Gieselbreth
Unknown Heir(s), Devisee(s), Executor(s), Successor(s) and/or Assign(s) of Louise
Gieselbreth
Florene L. Ooten has filed an Action to Quiet Title to the real property located
on or near State Ohio Road, London, Ohio 43140;
PPN# 29-00114.000
The purpose of such action is to declare that Florene L. Ooten is the true and
lawful owner of the aforementioned real property by virtue of exclusively,
openly, notoriously, continuously, and adversely occupying and using the aforementioned
real property for tweny-one (21) years, and vest title in Florene L.
Ooten, free and clear of any and all claim(s) of Defendants.
On the 21st day of November, 2019, this Court has Ordered that Plaintiff(s) make
service via Publication.
You are required to answer the above Action within twenty-eight (28) days of
the date of the last publication, which will be on the 12th day of January, 2020.
By: Aaron P. Miller, Esq., Flax Miller Law Firm LLC, 117 W. High Street, Suite 105,
London, OH 43140, (740) 852-3000, Attorney for Plaintiffs.
Judge Eamon P. Costello
MM DECEMBER 8, 15, 22, 29, 2019 & January 5, 12, 2020
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MM2019455
NOTICE OF SALE Under Judgment of
Foreclosure of Liens for Delinquent Land Taxes
In the Common Pleas Court of Madison County, Ohio
Donna L. Landis, Treasurer Madison County, Ohio, Plaintiff
vs.
Nesley E. Thomas, et al., Defendant
Case No. CVE20190094
Whereas judgment has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for
taxes, assessments, charges, penalties, interest, and costs as follows:
PPN: 10-00770.000
Address of Property: 394 Middle Drive, West Jefferson, OH 43162
Situated in the State of Ohio, County of Madison and in the Village of West Jefferson
and being more fully described in Plat Book 1, Page 352, deed records, Madison
County Recorder’s Office.
Last Known Owner: Nesley E. Thomas
Amount of Judgment: Thirteen Thousand Five Hundred Two Dollars and Sixty-one
Cents ($13,502.61); plus any other taxes, penalities, interest, assessments and costs
that may be due and payable by the date of the sale of the real property described
herein;
Whereas, such judgment orders such real property to be sold by the undersigned to
satisfy the total amount of such judgment plus any other taxes, penalties, interest,
assessments and costs that may be due and payable by the date of the sale of the real
property described herein;
Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that I, John R. Swaney, Sheriff of Madison
County, Ohio, will sell such real property at public auction, for cash, to the highest
bidder of an amount that equals at least $13,600.00 at 10:00 a.m. at the Madison
County Courthouse in London, Ohio, on Friday, the 20th day of December, 2019. If any
parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, under the same
conditions of the first sale and at the same time of day at the same place on Friday,
the 3rd day of January, 2020, for an amount that equals at least $13,700.00.
All properties sold at Sheriff’s Sale is on an “as-is” basis and has no warranty or guarantee.
The Treasurer nor the Sheriff are liable for the condition of the property.
John R. Swaney, Sheriff
Madison County, Ohio
MM NOVEMBER 24, DECEMBER 1, 8, 2019
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