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PAGE 8 - MADISON MESSENGER - July 4, 2021 South Charleston www.madisonmessengernews.com She’s running for a world record and clean water By Kristy Zurbrick Madison Editor She cycled 3,300 miles across America. She was the first person to swim the entire 325-mile length of the Allegheny River. She was the first person to run 138 miles non-stop across Maine and the first woman to complete non-stop runs across New Hampshire and Vermont. She set a world record as the youngest person to row solo across the Atlantic Ocean, traveling 3,038 miles from West Africa to South America. The list of accomplishments goes on for Katie Spotz, 34, an endurance athlete, whose latest personal challenge took her through South Charleston June 23-24. Her quest: to run 31 miles each day for 11 straight days to break the female world record for most consecutive days to run an ultramarathon distance. Though she is stationed in Maine with the U.S. Coast Guard, Spotz chose to tackle this challenge in her home state on the Ohio To Erie Trail, part of which goes through Clark and Madison counties. “I have done a lot of adventures across the U.S. and as far away as Australia and New Zealand. I really wanted to do one in my own backyard,” said Spotz, who grew up in Mentor near Cleveland. Her journey began on June 21 in Cincinnati with a scheduled Dr. George P. Anderson, Jr., age 94, passed away peacefully at the home of his daughter in Santa Barbara, CA, on Wednesday, March 25, 2020. He was born April 23, 1925, in Lansing, MI, to George Philip and Gladys Heywood Anderson. He graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School in 1951, after serving three years in the U.S. Navy. He completed an internship at Louisville General Hospital, where he met and married Rosemma Catherine Bertram, then moved to Cleveland for a three-year residency at St. Alexis Hospital. Dr. Anderson practiced Internal Medicine in Springfield for nearly 50 years, retiring in 1994. He served as Clark County Coroner for 24 years, was the Medical Director of Respiratory Care, Director of Internal Medicine, and served as Chief of Staff for Mercy Medical Center. After his retirement, Dr. Anderson helped to establish the Madison County Health Partners Free Clinic, to provide medical care to uninsured Madison County residents. He was a long-time member of Christ Episcopal Church and the Springfield Kiwanis Club, as well as the AMA, OSMA, Clark County Medical Society, and the London Country Club in Madison County. He and Rosie enjoyed many years of golf, bowling, bridge, downhill and cross-country skiing, sailing, and evening cruises on Lake Choctaw in their pontoon boat. Dr. Anderson was preceded in death by Rosie, his wife of 65 years; his parents; and his sister, Elizabeth Anderson Spinner. He is survived by his children Evelyn (Kelly) Kennedy of Memphis, TN; Elaine (Al) Christ of Santa Barbara, CA: Mary Anderson (Ron) Argo of San Diego, CA; Nancy (Bruce) Blasnik of Stamford, CT; and George (Maria) Anderson III of Bowie, MD. He is also survived by his nephews Robert (Sonja) and David (Barbara) Spinner; grandchildren Charles (Katelin) and Catherine Kennedy; Craig (Catherine), Douglas (Jill), and Carla Christ; Lisa Argo; Stephanie Edmonds, Kimberly, and Jessica Blasnik; Sarah (Jonathon) Chase, Emily (Victor) Evans, and Nicole (Ryan) Hanneken; and 11 greatgrandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Christ Episcopal Church, Springfield, at 1:00PM on Sunday, July 11, 2021. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mercy Health Foundation, the Madison County Hospital Foundation, or the Kiwanis Children’s Garden c/o The Springfield Foundation. Arrangements have been entrusted to RICHARDS, RAFF & DUNBAR MEMORIAL HOME. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.richardsraffanddunbar.com Representatives of South Charleston and Madison Township welcome Katie Spotz, an endurance athlete, who ran through South Charleston June 23-24 in her quest to break a world record and raise money for clean water projects in Uganda: (from left) Jessica Hiser, village clerk; Trecia Waring, village manager; Spotz; Mayor Sam Stucky; and Mike Garringer, township trustee. finish date of July 1 in Cleveland, taking her from the with me every morning,” she said on Day 9. “Knowing I’m Ohio River to Lake Erie. She dubbed the adventure not alone in this, I think, is what is making it possible.” “Run4Water,” not for the route but for the bigger purpose that motivates her to push herself in so many I’m very aware all my abilities are given by God. For She added, “Faith is definitely part of my journey. ways. me, it’s about honoring whatever abilities God has given Through her many athletic pursuits, Spotz has me and making sure I use it for good.” raised more than $300,000 for H2O For Life, an organization that inspires youths to take action to bring clean be an official witness to Spotz’s latest feat. The Guin- South Charleston Mayor Sam Stucky was happy to water to those who don’t have it. ness Book of World Records required Spotz to collect signatures from community leaders at the start and end of “I found out about the water crisis when I was a teenager and knew I wanted to do something about it,” each day’s run. Spotz said. “I chose H2O For Life because they not only Stucky was there, along with other village representatives, when the ultrarunner completed her Day 3 leg help people around the world who need clean water, they also help students in the U.S. by encouraging, inspiring, and motivating them to get involved.” miles outside of South Charleston headed toward Lon- from Spring Valley through Cedarville to Neil Road, five It’s about understanding what it means to have empathy and concern for others—“to feel part of something a.m., Spotz took off from the same spot on a 31-mile run don. He was there again the next morning when, at 8 bigger,” she explained. to Columbus. For her run across Ohio, Spotz set a goal of raising “I thought it was just phenomenal the village got to $100 per mile for a total of $34,000 to fund 11 clean be a small part of such a worthy effort as global clean water projects in Uganda—one project for each day of her water and helping a young lady break a record,” he said. quest. She said she is humbled by the contributions this To learn more about Spotz, including the book she and her other pursuits have generated. wrote about her row across the Atlantic, visit “It’s wild that people are so generous,” she said. www.katiespotz.com. It’s that kind of support that buoys Spotz. Sure, proper nutrition and fluid intake, rest, and a great crew Editor’s note: This story went to press on Day 10 of Katie are indispensable when running 341 miles in a weekand-a-half. But Spotz draws on something more. uled completion of her adventure. To find out how it turned Spotz’s Run4Water challenge, one day short of the sched- “I know a lot of people have been praying for me and out and to make a donation, visit water.katiespotz.com. Vacation Bible School: July 11-12 “Anchored: Deepening Faith in God” is the theme for the South Charleston Community Vacation Bible School (VBS) set for July 11-12, 6-8:30 p.m., at United Methodist Church. Children ages 4 years old through fifth grade are welcome. Team-building games, Bible songs, and multi-sensory Bible adventures are among the planned activities. To register, send email to socharlesumc@att.net or call (937) 462-8043. The child’s name, age, last school grade completed, address, parents’ names, e-mail address, and phone numbers are needed. Community VBS is a ministry of South Charleston United Methodist Church, First Presbyterian Church, St. Charles Borromeo, and Journey of Faith Fellowship.
www.madisonmessengernews.com South Charleston Lots of good stuff on the horizon By Kristy Zurbrick “This is good news. As things Madison Editor open up, there will be access to There’s much to look forward the opera house for everyone,” to from the South Charleston Mattinson said. Heritage Commission, including a new book, improved acces- The commission has ordered the lift through 101 Mobility out sibility to the Opera House, and of Cincinnati. the return of the Heritage Days “They told us that for long, Festival. curving stair lifts like this made New book to order, they only know of two Sue Mattinson, commission companies that do it. One is in president, has written a book, England and the other is in “Edward Edwards: The Man Wisconsin,” Mattinson said. Who Built South Charleston, The commission is going with Ohio.” The book goes to print the Wisconsin manufacturer. later this summer. Information Heritage Days Festival about online pre-orders will be After a year off due to the posted to the commission’s pandemic, the commission’s Facebook page (“South Heritage Days Festival is back Charleston Ohio Heritage Commission”). on the schedule. The weekend kicks off with The book interweaves the fireworks on Sept. 24, courtesy life story of South Charleston’s of Madison Township Emergency Services. The festival it- most prolific architect with photos of the houses he built and Sue Mattinson, president of the South self is Sept. 25-26. Highlights stories of the people who lived Charleston Heritage Commission, has include food trucks, entertainment, crafters, and a silent auc- in them. The book is based on a written a book about the village’s most well-received talk Mattinson prolific architect. Copis will be available for tion. A parade steps off at 10 gave in 2018. purchase later this summer. a.m. Sept. 25. “When the pandemic hit, I “A big difference this year is decided to turn it into a book,” she said. that we asking the public to bring their own lawn chairs All proceeds from book sales will go to the Heritage if they want to sit. We are not renting chairs this year,” Commission. Mattinson said. New stair lift Volunteers are welcome to help with a variety of The commission operates the historic opera house on tasks, including setup and teardown, children’s games, the second floor of South Charleston’s town hall. The and trash pickup. stair lift to the opera house has been out of commission “They don’t have to volunteer all weekend. If they for two years. With the help of donations from the community, the commission is replacing the lift. Installa- want to volunteer for a couple of hours anytime, it would be a great help,” Mattinson said. tion is slated for later this summer. For more information or to volunteer, contact Sue Mattinson at (937) 503-2492. Vote for top pet photos at library The Houston branch of the Clark County Public Library system, is offering the following programs and services. For more information, call (937) 462-8047. The library is located at 5 W. Jamestown St., South Charleston. For summer reading program information for kids, teens and adults, visit www.ccplohio.org. • Pet Photo Contest Voting–Through July 31, the public is invited to vote on their favorite entries in the pet photo contest. Voting is limited to on ballot per person per day. Winners in each category will receive prizes in August. The prizes are do-it-yourself stuffed animal kits. • Animal/Insect Craft—July 5 at 10 a.m. online. Hint: Think of something that glows. Tune in to see the howto demo. Supplies are included in Activity Kit #3. • Activity Kit #3—Available for pickup through July 17. The kit includes supplies for a take-it/make-it craft, coloring sheet and more. (All ages.) • Bruce the Bear—July 8, on tour. You might get a glimpse of Bruce riding in the black Acadia on the way from Springfield to South Charleston, or inside or outside of the Houston Branch sometime between 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Bruce will be sharing information about the library and Summer Reading Program. Stop by or wave if you see him. • Animal/Insect Craft—July 19 at 10 a.m. online. Hint: This animal likes to bury walnuts. Tune in to see the how-to demo. Supplies included in Activity Kit #4. • There’s a Squirrel in the Library! Madlib—Available through Facebook, this madlib, written by library assistant Susan Collins, also will be available in Activity Kit #4. • Activity Kit #4—Available for pickup between July 19 and July 31. The kit includes supplies for a take-it-, make-it craft, a coloring sheet, Madlib and more. (All ages.) • Last Day to Submit Entries—Entries for the Summer Reading Program are due by July 31. Jim Dempsey Your Hometown Funeral Director July 4, 2021 - MADISON MESSENGER - Page 9 The next edition of South Charleston news will be published on Aug. 1. The deadline to submit news and events items is July 27. 24 North Chillicothe St. • South Charleston, Ohio (937) 462-8357 SO. CHARLESTON, OHIO YOUR LOCALLY OWNED FINE FOOD STORE • FEATURING - ONE STOP FOOD SHOPPING • FINE MEATS - USDA CHOICE BEEF • HOT & COLD DELI FOODS TO GO • COLD BEER & FINE WINES • FRUIT BASKETS AVAILABLE ANYTIME • OHIO LOTTERY-LOTTO • MOVIE RENTALS • ATM MACHINE • MONEY ORDERS • PHONE CARDS VISA ~ Mastercard ACCEPTED OPEN 7 AM TO MIDNIGHT SEVEN DAYS A WEEK PHONE 937-462-8353 * Funerals * Cremation * Pet Cremation * Pre-Arrangements * All price ranges * Free Grief Support Groups “locally owned & operated by people you know & trust”
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