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PAGE 4 - MESSENGER - January 24, 2021 Keep tabs on the news in Canal Winchester and Hamilton Twp. Look for South Messenger on Become a fan! Theresa Garee Advertising Sales Representative Let us help you get the message out! Now offering three advertising platforms. Contact Me Today! For more info. eastads@columbusmessenger.com (614) 272-5422 eastside Messenger (Distribution: 16,822) Rick Palsgrove................................South Editor eastside@ columbusmessenger.com Published every other Sunday by The Columbus Messenger Co. 3500 Sullivant Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43204-1887 (614) 272-5422 Letters policy The SOUTH MESSENGER welcomes letters to the editor. Letters cannot be libelous. Letters that do not have a signature, address, and telephone number, or are signed with a pseudonym, will be rejected. PLEASE BE BRIEF AND TO THE POINT. The Messenger reserves the right to edit or refuse publication of any letter for any reason. Opinions expressed in the letters are not necessarily the views of the Messenger. Mail letters to: SOUTH MESSEN- GER, 3500 Sullivant Avenue, Columbus, OH 43204; or email eastside@columbusmessenger.com. entertainment Sibling dynamics explored When you are the youngest child, it can feel like a blessing when your older sibling swears you to secrecy. In your mind, this act is seen as a sign of maturity, a true indicator that they no longer view you as an obstacle to their happiness but as a confidant in their grown-up world. On the other hand, when you are the youngest child, it can feel like a curse when your older sibling swears you to secrecy. In your mind, this act comes with a sense of obligation to zip thy lip, no matter how serious or comical the event that precipitated this solemn vow. It is only natural that resentment can grow through not being able to tell, especially when it can put you into a more favorable light with your parents. Knowing a secret of an equally loved and despised sibling can bring you closer together or tear you apart, or it can even be seen as something to hold above the other’s head for the rest of your time on Earth. With so much variety and emotion to be had with the sibling secret, it is no wonder the topic has been mined over and over again through music, movies, and literature — nary a genre is spared and rarely are they seen as boring or unoriginal as most of us can relate to this strange and awesome dynamic. The latest piece of entertainment to feature this battle of wills between the younger and elder is the film “Don’t Tell a Soul,” as apt a name as ever to describe the intrigue and dread of those words. As the film opens, we are introduced to Joey (Jack Dylan Grazer), a quiet 14-year old who provides emotional support to his widowed mother Carol (Mena Suvari), who is battling lung cancer. Though he always tries to keep up a reserve of endless strength, he crumbles whenever he is under the watchful and wrathful eye of his 17-year-old brother Matt (Fionn Whitehead), who is well on his way to becoming a psychopath. he makes more and more forays into the forest (and becomes more bonded to Hamby), the more his The village of Obetz announced that its Lancaster Park ice rink opened on Jan. 19 to Obetz residents only. You must bring proof of residency (Obetz water bill or recent paystub with Obetz income tax) with you on your first visit. Minors must have a parent/guardian sign a waiver on their first visit. The ice rink is open Monday-Friday, 5-8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Admission is free. A 1.5-hour time limit will be enforced Monday-Friday and a 2 hour time limit will be enforced on Saturday-Sunday. COVID-19 considerations: •Visitors must wear a mask in the park Knowing a secret of an equally loved and despised sibling can bring you closer together or tear you apart, or it can even be seen as something to hold above the other’s head for the rest of your time on Earth. if unable to consistently maintain a six foot distance and at all times when entering the public restrooms. •Maximum capacity will be 20 skaters at one time. Time limits will be issued to visitors upon arrival to allow the most people to enjoy skating as possible. Skating will be on a first come-first serve basis. •The ice rink may be shut down due to weather to preserve the integrity of the ice. This will be at the staff member’s discretion and can happen before or during a skating session. All closures or delays will be posted to the village of Obetz Facebook page as soon as possible (@VillageofObetz). •During the COVID-19 pandemic, to www.columbusmessenger.com The Reel Deal Dedra Cordle Feeling as if he is the “man of the house” brother becomes now that their father is gone, Matt takes increasingly belligerent and unpre- joy in getting Joey to do his bidding, and he knows just the right words to say and all dictable. Knowing the right buttons to push when he wants to that his “soft” brother bring him into his unlawful adventures. is going to get them in Through the criminal grapevine, Matt trouble, Matt deter- learns that a neighbor of theirs who has been squirreling away money in their home has left their property due to an unplanned fumigation. Needing (and wanting) the money, Matt hatches a plan for them to break in and take it. At first, Joey wants nothing to do with the B&E and theft, but he is soon reminded that their mother needs it to pay for her treatment and outstanding hospital bills. After successfully pulling off the heist, they are spotted by a hired security guard who gives chase. During the run-around, the guard falls into a hidden well and the brothers write him off as dead. The following day, Joey goes back to the scene to determine whether the guard is really dead or not. He quickly discovers that he is injured but still among the living. Because he is inquisitive and lonely, he strikes up a conversation with Hamby (Rainn Wilson) and quickly takes a liking to the sarcastic yet affable man. But with the threat of jail in his future (Matt told him he would take the fall for the theft and go to prison for the rest of his life), Joey waffles about whether he really wants to see him out of the 20-foot well. Over the course of a few days, Joey brings Hamby food, water, blankets, and a radio so they can converse at night, but as Obetz’s ice rink now open mines that the only way to end this problem is to end Hamby’s life for real this time — and that of his brothers should he break their promise to not tell a soul. Written with dark humor and featuring plenty of twists and turns (some predictable, others not so much), “Don’t Tell a Soul” is an entertaining movie about sibling dynamics and a different kind of sibling secret, one of which the conscious of one is in direct conflict with the unconscionable other. But what makes it so is not just the material but the acting of the two young leads. Had Joey and Matt been played by anyone other than Dylan Grazer or Whitehead, I doubt it would have worked as efficiently as it does — both play their roles with equal parts gravity, love, levity, and menace, particularly as their plans go vasty astray. With so many films not being advertised as abundantly as before, it will be easy to overlook “Don’t Tell a Soul.” But if you’re a fan of strange sibling dynamics and a fan of strange humor, you should give this one a look should you come across it on demand (where it is currently available for rent) or whenever it hits the streaming platform. Grade: B- Dedra Cordle is a Messenger staff writer and columnist. control crowding, the ice rink is only open to residents. You must have proof of residency to skate. •Daycares, camps, and parties are not permitted. Only individual households will be permitted to skate. •Six-foot social distancing rules apply. •There is no seating available and the picnic tables have been removed. You are permitted to bring lawn chairs if you are in the park with a skater or need somewhere to sit to put your skates on. Lawn chairs must stay in the grassy areas at all times. They are not permitted to be set up under the shelter house or on any of the concrete or asphalt walkways.
www.columbusmessenger.com January 24, 2021 - MESSENGER - PAGE 5 Being a mayor in small town America By Linda Dillman Staff Writer What is life like serving as the mayor of a small town in Ohio? Just step into the shoes of village of Lockbourne Mayor Christie Ward, whose heart never strayed far from home and who now guides the town where she grew up. Roots “I have lived in Lockbourne most of my life,” said Ward, who learned how to swim when the YMCA brought a container to the village on a flatbed truck used as a mobile swimming pool. “During Halloween on Beggars Night, some of the ladies in town would make special treats such as chocolate cupcakes, homemade donuts, and popcorn balls. We would hang out with friends all day, but always had to be home before dark.” Ward graduated from Hamilton Township High School and then attended college in Circleville. She lived in central Ohio for several years before deciding to move to New York City. In 2015, her father died and Ward knew it was time to come back home to be with her family. She has come full circle and lives in the house where she grew up. That circle now incorporates the title of mayor of Lockbourne after serving on the village council from 2006-15. She served as council president pro temp from 2010-15. “My mom was the first councilwoman in the village, so public office is in my genes,” said Ward. At first she dismissed the idea of running for mayor, but Ward felt it was something she wanted to do for the town. “I felt the village was going in the wrong direction and was decreasing in population,” said Ward. “The mindset of leadership throughout several administrations was to keep the town small and not grow. That created a downward spiral for Lockbourne as we were the only community that did not benefit from the Rickenbacker-area growth. I believed that Lockbourne was at risk of not existing. I decided to run for mayor to help move the town forward.” Fake check warning Franklin County Auditor Michael Stinziano warned residents about a recent scam where fraudulent checks appearing to come from Franklin County are arriving to unsuspecting individuals across Ohio and in other states. The checks, dated Dec. 23, are all for the amount of $2,950.99, appear to be more than an isolated effort to defraud unwitting individuals and the county. A coordinated effort between the Franklin County sheriff, treasurer and auditor is underway. “I take consumer protection seriously, and will assist in prosecuting would-be scammers to the fullest extent of the law,” news briefs Messenger photo by Linda Dillman Lockbourne Mayor Christie Ward Lockbourne is a tight-knit community and normally candidates running for office do not campaign. However, because Ward was running against an incumbent, she launched a campaign to get her message and vision for Lockbourne out to residents. Despite a “temporary” move to New York City, to Ward, Lockbourne was and always will be home. “No matter when I lived or traveled, I always knew I could come home,” said Ward. “Several residents are childhood friends; others are new friends and those I haven’t gotten to know yet hopefully will become friends. Because we are a small community, we know our neighbors, watch out for each other and are willing to help out when needed. There is a true sense of community here. We really care about each other.” Challenges for Lockbourne As mayor, Ward faces challenges Stinziano said. “Keeping the residents and businesses of Franklin County safe from fraud while being a good steward of public dollars remains a top priority of this office.” As there are multiple security measures in place to keep taxpayer dollars safe, there is currently no risk to county funds. Individuals receiving an unexpected check from the Franklin County Auditor’s Office are encouraged to call (614) 525- 7346 to verify the validity of the check. Intersection improvement The village of Obetz engineer is working on plans for improvements to the Bixby Road/Groveport Road intersection. The improvements will be completed in 2021. impacting larger communities as well, such as increasing revenue and improving public services. Village leaders want to keep Lockbourne a small quaint community, but grow in a smart way. Bringing in more revenue is crucial to remaining viable. Ward said water and sewer bills have been a point of pain for residents for years and her administration is looking for the right solution that will help lower bills. She is also concerned with decreasing negative impact from growth in the neighboring Rickenbacker area. “With more warehouses popping up all around us, we continue to work with our Rickenbacker partners on monitoring the traffic and stormwater impacts,” said Ward. Spring Alley Channel is another issue of local concern. The stream flows along the south perimeter of a park just below the houses along Commerce Street. The stream is filled with debris and stagnant water, which causes a mosquito problem, not only in the park, but throughout the town in the summer. “We are currently applying for grants to clean up the stream and regrade it so the water will have a continuous flow to the Big Walnut,” she said. Ward points with pride to building BETHANY LUTHERAN CHURCH, LCMS 1000 Noe-Bixby Rd., Columbus, OH 43213 telephone: 614-866-7755 Traditional Worship Service: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Visit us on Facebook or visit our website at: bethanylutheranchurch@weebly.com Messenger South strong local, regional and state partnerships; improving communications with residents leading to more resident engagement; and establishing an organized government structure to improve public services. However, there are always challenges, such as juggling projects and issues that need attention, including organizing the village office and ensuring that everything is in place, fixing problems that have affected the village for years and moving the village forward. Small town America “Lockbourne is true small-town America, with no traffic lights in town. People still sit out on their porch, know their neighbors. It is very generational– some folks have lived here their entire life, others have moved away but find themselves coming back home,” said Ward, who said she has responded to calls for help in the middle of the night while still dressed in pajamas. “There are some residents who have many members in their family living here too. One of the former postmasters reminded me that it may be difficult being mayor in a small town, because if you upset one resident, then you could have the whole family upset with you, too.” Please visit the South Church of your choice. List your Worship Services here. For info. call 614-272-5422 Be a Part of Our Local Worship Guide Our Worship Guide is geared toward celebrating faith and helping readers connect with religious resources in our community. Make sure these readers know how you can help with a presence in this very special section distributed to more than 19,000 households in the South area. Contact us today to secure your spot in our Worship Guide. 614.272.5422 • kathy@columbusmessenger.com
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