Madison Messenger - April 17th, 2022

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April 17, 2022 www.columbusmessenger.com Vol. XXXVII No. 18
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Scout honors U.S. flag
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
Brandon Gargac, 18, grew up with a deep
respect for the American flag.
His father, Mitchell Gargac, served 26
years in the U.S. Army and speaks at Veterans
Day ceremonies at Norwood Elementary
and at Memorial Day services at
Hampton Cemetery, both in West Jefferson.
Brandon’s respect for the flag also grew
out of his involvement with Boy Scouts of
America which teaches participants the
rules for handling and displaying the flag
(the U.S. Flag Code) and for retiring worn
or damaged flags.
With all that, it’s no wonder he chose the
installation of a flag collection box as his
Eagle Scout project. An Eagle Scout project
is one of the major requirements a Scout
must complete before earning the highest
rank in scouting.
The metal collection box, which sports a
photo of a bald eagle with a U.S. flag in the
background, is located in front of the gazebo
on Main Street, next to West Jefferson’s
town hall. Anyone can deposit torn, faded or
tattered standard American or Ohio flags in
the box. Brandon is working with the West
Jefferson American Legion and Veterans of
Foreign Wars posts to develop a plan for
routinely emptying
the box and properly
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flags.
For the project, Brandon collected donations
through a GoFundMe campaign and
Venmo to pay for the box. He also sold
Rooster’s restaurant cards. He worked with
several different groups to secure permissions
and choose a location for the box.
“The project definitely took longer due to
the pandemic. Plus, I struggled with time
management during the pandemic,” Brandon
said. “But once I started working with
the West Jefferson village government, they
really got it going and made it easy for me.”
Brandon said Brian Farley, West Jefferson’s
public service director, and Mayor Ray
Martin were especially helpful.
“Ray’s two sons are Eagle Scouts, as well,
so he understands the process and made it
as easy as possible for me,” he said.
In addition to purchasing the box and
working to secure a location with high visibility,
Brandon organized a flag collection
drive. The event took place at Pat’s Pizza &
Pub. Brandon, his fellow Scout members,
and friends collected more than 75 flags
during the drive. The group also went door
to door and collected several more flags.
Brandon is thankful for all the help he
received from Scout leaders, community
leaders, fellow Scouts, friends and family.
“It took a lot from other people other than
me to get the project done,” he said. “I want
See SCOUT page 2
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
The village of Mount Sterling has secured a federal
grant to cover 75 percent of the cost to erect a
new water tower.
The village’s current water tower is approximately
100 years old. Village leaders looked into repairing
or replacing the tower and ultimately
decided replacement made the most sense.
“It has served us well, but it is time for a new
one,” said Andy Drake, village council member.
He noted that the village recently completed upgrades
to the water and sewer plants. The water
tower is the last big piece of that puzzle, he said.
The estimated cost of a new water tower is $1.37
million. The village has been looking for state and
federal grant dollars to help cover project costs.
They recently received word that their application
to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers was accepted.
The corps will cover 75 percent of the project cost
which, based on the current estimate, amounts to
just over $1 million.
The village needs to come up with the other 25
percent. They plan to cover part of that amount with
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. Passed in
March 2021, ARPA was designed to provide financial
support to state and local governments through
the COVID-19 pandemic. A portion of the act’s allocation
goes to infrastructure spending. Mount Sterling’s
$187,000 in ARPA funds have been
earmarked for the water tower.
That leaves roughly $155,000.
Messenger photo by Jeff Pfeil
West Jefferson Mayor Ray Martin (right) congratulates Brandon Gargac on the completion
of his Eagle Scout project, a U.S. flag retirement box placed in front of the town
gazebo in West Jefferson.
Village nabs big grant for new water tower
“We will be going back and talking with council
and anybody else we need to about how we’re going
to close that gap,” said Drake, adding that the village
wants to avoid borrowing money, if possible.
“We have a ways to go. This thing is not built yet.
But the point that I’m trying to make is that you can
start to see things rolling, and that is very, very exciting,”
he said.
With more than 80 percent of the funding covered,
the village can move forward with the engineering
phase of the project. Drake expects that will
take roughly a year. The hope is to see construction
on the tower started in 2023, he said.
Drake thanked Courtney Bricker, Mount Sterling’s
fiscal officer, for the work she did in preparing
the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers grant application.

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City must replace sewer line on East Second Street
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
London city leaders had hoped that a relatively
simple repair would do the trick for
sewer line issues on East Second Street, but
experts say replacement is necessary.
The problem area lies between Main and
Union streets on East Second Street. An initial
examination of the line revealed multiple
cracks, holes, and weak spots. Debris
gets caught in the cracks and holes, causing
backups. Henry Comer, council president,
said backups are causing trouble for a business
owner on Main Street.
City council passed legislation on April 7,
setting aside $33,000 for the project. Their
hope at that time was that the issues could
be repaired with a sleeve. Richard Duncan,
the city’s new waste water superintendent,
explained that a sleeve is a fabric tube that
is inserted into the existing line. It is made
of epoxy resin that hardens, making that
section of sewer line strong and long-lasting.
On April 8, a follow-up look at the problem
area revealed that a sleeve won’t cut it.
“The current pipe has too many issues to
sleeve it, so it will need a full replacement,”
said Mayor Patrick Closser.
Had a sleeve been possible, the city could
have saved approximately $10,000 and
avoided excavation, street repair, and disruption
to parking in the area. The $33,000
city council set aside will cover excavation
and the line replacement but not repaving.
In other infrastructure news, Choice
One, an engineering firm, is conducting a
storm sewer study in the city’s southeast
quadrant. When the study is complete, city
leaders will continue discussions about how
to move forward.
The city recently hosted a meeting with
residents in the Graceland Avenue and Marimont
Road area on the city’s northwest
side.
“We are looking at a public-private partnership
to help with the storm water issues
in that area,” Closser said.
Closser also thanked the city’s street department
and the Madison County Engineer’s
Office for removing debris from the
creek that runs behind Jacqueline Drive on
the city’s north side all the way to the south
end of the city.
“This should really help with the water
flow, taking the storm water downstream
and out of town faster,” he said.
In other news
• The city is seeking a 0.5 percent income
tax increase to help fund the fire and EMS
department and to build a new community
center and a new police department. The
levy will appear on the May 3 election ballot.
The city has been holding town hall
meetings to share information and answer
questions about the proposed increase. The
last town hall meeting is set for 6 p.m. April
26 at city hall, 20 S. Walnut St.
Anyone who cannot attend the meeting
is invited to send their comments or questions
to Closser at pclosser@londonohio.gov
or call the city administrative offices at
(740) 852-3243. Those comments and questions
will be shared at the meeting.
Links to recordings of all of the town hall
meetings about the levy can be found on the
city’s website, www.londonohio.gov (click on
Community News & Information, then click
on Community Bulletin Board).
• The new playground equipment for
Merri Mac Park has been delivered. The
plan is to install it this summer. First, the
parks and recreation department wants to
run electricity and install a camera system
at the park.
• Replacement of traffic signals in the
city continues. Council member Greg Eades
noted that the cameras mounted near the
lights are used to monitor traffic flow to control
light changes. They are not red-light
cameras, he said.
• The parks and recreation department
has 14 lifeguards on staff for the summer
swimming season. Once the weather
breaks, crews will do some concrete work at
the pool. Council member Bryan Robinson
said that due to rising costs, pool rates
might increase this year. He also reported
that the city has received some applications
for the parks and recreation director position.
Tammy Braskett will be leaving the
position on June 4. Applications will be accepted
through April 18.
• The police department is accepting resumes
for dispatchers through May 11.
The next regular meeting of London city
council will take place at 6:30 p.m. April 21
at city hall.
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Continued from page 1
to thank everyone in the community and
surrounding communities for the donations
they made to my project.”
Fittingly, Brandon has chosen June 14,
Flag Day and the U.S. Army’s birthday, as
the date for his Court of Honor, the ceremony
at which he will receive his Eagle
Scout rank.
Brandon entered the scouting program in
first grade as a Cub Scout with Troop 121 in
West Jefferson. In sixth grade, he switched
to Boy Scout Troop 204 in London.
“Scouts has taught me leadership, and
you can make a lot of lifelong friends from
Boy Scouts. You will remember these people
for the rest of your life,” he said.
Brandon is a senior at Jonathan Alder
High School where he played on the golf
team for four years and the lacrosse team
for two years. This is his first year playing
tennis. He also has played tenor saxophone
in the marching band for four years and is
the band’s vice president. He plays hockey
with the Columbus Ice Hockey Club.
Brandon credits Scouts with starting him
on the path toward a career. Because of a
merit badge he completed, he became interested
in aviation. He hopes to become a commercial
airplane pilot. On his way to that
goal, he plans to study aviation at Bowling
Green State University in Ohio or Embry-
Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona
Beach, Fla. He has earned an Army ROTC
scholarship which will cover most of his tuition.
When he graduates, he will be a commissioned
officer in the U.S. Army.
Brandon is the son of Mitchell and Monica
Gargac.

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HYLO BROWN 100 T H BIRTHDAY
MEMORIAL CONCERT
SATURDAY, APRIL 23, 2022 4-7PM
MECHANICSBURG HIGH SCHOOL
60 HIGH STREET, MECHANICSBURG, OHIO
Messenger photos by Linda Dillman
Jefferson Local Schools representatives, donors, volunteers and other visitors check
out the new Roughrider Optimization Center (ROC) during an open house on April 11.
West Jeff’s ROC opens
By Linda Dillman
Staff Writer
The ROC is open.
A long awaited athletic
facility–the Roughrider Optimization
Center–is now
serving the needs of Jefferson
Local Schools sports
teams, band, and other
large-scale student endeavors.
The field house was built
entirely with private funds
at no cost to the school district.
While the ROC started
serving spring athletes in
March, the school district
conducted an open house on April 11, just
prior to the monthly school board meeting.
Project leaders and volunteers, district officials,
business owners and representatives
of Madison Health–a major donor–gathered
inside the complex which covers an
area as large as half a football field.
“This is an exciting project,” said Matt
Adams, high school assistant principal.
“This building is absolutely amazing.”
Superintendent William Mullett called
the ROC a community endeavor involving a
lot of people who contributed not only financial
support and in-kind donations, but also
blood, sweat and tears.
“We’re now a little bit the envy of our
county,” Mullett said. “None of this would
have happened without Dick Dickerson who
brought his expertise as an engineer.”
Athletic Director Mitch Dalton told the
crowd gathered inside the steel structure
that a “massive amount” of volunteer time
and donations are truly benefitting all students
at Jefferson Local Schools. He also
said access to a building the size of the ROC
Dick Dickerson thanks
everyone who assisted
with bringing the ROC
from a dream to reality.
will set the tone for years to
come.
“About two years ago, we
started talking about this
project. Mr. Dickerson was
behind the whole thing,”
said Kenny Love, athletic
boosters president.
“Things like this aren’t
at every school our size.
They couldn’t afford it. This
facility is going to provide a
lot of benefits to the students
of West Jeff. Besides
this project, the booster club
also channels $50,000 into
the school system every
year.”
When it came time for Dickerson to take
the podium, he said the ROC was possible
because of a powerful sense of community
in West Jefferson and an incredible sense of
character of a critical mass of people.
“I had two children that went here, and
they were incredibly well-prepared for the
next stage of life,” Dickerson commented. “It
was the teamwork, social and incredibly
strong sense of community they got here at
West Jeff.”
More than 200 individuals and 50 companies
helped to make the project a reality,
he said.
The 20,000 square-foot facility contains
30,000 square feet of netting, 3,000 feet of
cable, and 38,000 pounds of shredded rubber
tires spread across the artificial turf.
Between 50,000 to 60,000 tons of fill material
also was donated.
“If it hadn’t been for Madison Health, we
wouldn’t be here today,” Dickerson added.
“What an incredible group of people and
what an incredible group of companies we
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Village and church team up for Cleanup Days
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
The village of Mount Sterling and Mount
Sterling Nazarene Church are coordinating
Community Cleanup Days April 30-May 1.
Residents can sign up for help with landscaping
labor, tree and shrub trimming,
general outdoor cleanup, and trash pickup
including furniture. Residents also can sign
up as volunteers for those days.
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To register for assistance or to volunteer,
visit www.gomtsterling.com or call town
hall at (740) 869-2040.
“Don’t be shy. Call town hall with any
questions,” said Joyce Phillips, chair of
Mount Sterling village council’s nuisance
and abatement committee. “We’ll get you
taken care of. It takes a village, and we are
adamant that we want to help you.”
Miscellaneous
The Knights of Pythias fish fries are taking
place 11 a.m.-7 p.m. the last Thursday
and Friday of each month, April through
September, at Veterans Field located next
to the Mount Sterling Community Center.
On April 11, village council voted 5-0 to
Area merchants took part in the Madison
Messenger’s annual Easter ham giveaway,
collecting entries over the last several
weeks. Winners receive a grocery gift certificate.
The participating merchants and winners
are:
State Farm Insurance—Bill Schwab of
South Charleston;
Midland Title West LLC—Brooks Beery
of Mount Sterling;
grant permission to the Madison-Plains
softball program to hold a tournament at
Mason Park on April 30.
Bill Tilley, who serves as council’s representative
at the Tri-County Joint Fire District
meetings, reported that the fire district
is looking at station modifications. They
want to add a sleeping area and bathrooms.
The minimum estimate is $50,000. Additionally,
the district recently swore in two
new lieutenants, and the new classifications
and pay ranges for firefighters went into effect
April 10.
Council approved the appointment of
three citizens to the village’s safety committee:
Phillip Allard, Mick Phillips and Dave
Tilley. The committee’s next meeting is at 7
p.m. May 3.
Remembering Jim Gossard
Council member David Timmons and
Madison County Sheriff’s Deputy Jack Dill
both mentioned Jim Gossard at the April 11
council meeting. Gossard, 88, passed away
on April 7. He had served as Mount Sterling’s
police chief, retiring in 1989. He also
had been a volunteer firefighter and served
in the United States Army.
“He was a well-liked, well-loved police
chief,” Dill said. “He absolutely was an outstanding
individual and an outstanding
Mount Sterling public official.”
The next regular meeting of Mount Sterling
village council is 7 p.m. April 18 in
council chambers at town hall.
Winners announced in Easter drawing
Merchants Bank—Greg Moxley of London;
Buckeye Realty—Joanne McClean of London;
Chaney and Thomas Insurance—Joyce
Payne of London;
Buckeye Ford—Henry Lindsey of London;
Wilson Printing & Graphics—Miriam
Bobo of West Jefferson;
Ernie’s Pharmacy—Robin Morris of London;
Phat Daddy’s Pizza—Cherle Mouser of
London;
Remax Leading Edge—Bill Ervin of
Sedalia;
Lifetime Vision Center—Floyd Baker of
London;
Dwyer Hardware—Chastity Russell;
Quick Lane—Larry Fisher of South Vienna.

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National Day of Prayer
The 71st Annual National Day of Prayer will take
place at 12 p.m. May 5 at the Madison County Courthouse
in London. In case of rain, the event will be
moved to First United Methodist Church, 52 N. Main
St., London.
Archaeological Society
The Darby Creek Chapter of the Archaeological Society
of Ohio mill meet April 20 at the Madison County
Historical Society Museum, 260 E. High St., London.
The meeting is open to anyone interested in Native
American Indian artifacts, such as flint points and stone
tools, and/or metal detecting finds. The museum will
open around 5:30 p.m. for socializing and refreshments.
The meeting starts at 6 p.m. Officers for the new fiscal
year will be elected, and outstanding annual membership
dues ($5) will be collected.
Hydrant Flushing
The Stokes Township South Solon Fire Department
will be flushing hydrants from 6 to 8 p.m. April 18 to
flush out the water lines and ensure that the fire hydrants
are in good working order. Do not wash laundry
during those two hours.
London Town Hall Meeting
The city of London will hold a town hall meeting at 6
p.m. April 26 to share information and collect public
input on proposed plans for a new police department facility
and a new community center. The city has placed
a 0.5 percent income tax on the May 3 ballot for construction
of the two new buildings and for additional
funding for the fire/EMS department. The meeting will
take place at city hall, 20 S. Walnut St.
Celebrate Trails Day
The Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails, in
conjunction with the Rails-To-Trails Conservancy, is
honoring Celebrate Trails Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
April 23. Stop by the Prairie Grass Trailhead, 262 W.
High St., London, (behind the Madison Coutny Senior
Center), for free coffee, snacks, and trail and local business
information.
Plain City Special Events
The village of Plain City is hosting the following
events. Visit www.plain-city.com and click on “Parks &
Rec” for updates.
• Through May 23—Storytime at Pastime Park
(youth building), Mondays at 10:30 a.m.
• April 22—Earth Day free tree and shrub giveaway,
Pastime Park office
• April 30—Community yard sale, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
• May 6—Darby Creek Outdoor Workshop: Learn &
Preserve, 6-8 p.m., McKitrick Park
• May 7—PCABA parade, 10 a.m., and opening day,
Pastime Park
• May 28—Pool opens
• May 29—Bluegrass & BBQ and bounce house, 2-9
p.m., Pastime Park
• May 30—Memorial Day parade, 9 a.m., starting
from 340 W. Main St.
Full Moon Bike Rides
The Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails
hosts evening bike rides in conjunction with full moons.
They are set for: 8 p.m. May 16, 8:30 p.m. June 14, 8:30
p.m. July 13, 8 p.m. Aug. 11, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 10, and
7:30 p.m. Oct. 9. Participants meet at Phat Daddy’s
Pizza, 15 E. First St., London, and choose from two
routes: a 14-miles round trip to the Wilson Road trailhead
and back or a 25-mile round trip to Battelle Darby
Metro Park, 8465 Alkire Rd., and back. It is recommended
that riders wear helmets, lights, and light-colored
clothing. Registration is not required.
Developmental Disabilities
The Madison County Board of Developmental Disabailities
will meet at 4 p.m. April 21 at the adminstrative
office, 500 Elm St., London. Should the meeting
need to be rescheduled, it will take place on April 28.
Blood Drive
The American Red Cross is holding blood drive 12-6
p.m. April 29 at Fairhaven School, 510 Elm St., London.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit
www.redcrossblood.org and search by zip code.
Madison County Senior Center
The Madison County Senior Citizens Center, 280 W. High St.,
London, offers the following activities. The cafe is open to all ages,
Monday-Thursday, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. For details, call (740) 852-
3001.
• April 18—8:30 a.m., indoor walking/exercise class; 9 a.m., chair
volleyball; 9:30 a.m., crocheting, knitting and needle crafts; 10:30
a.m., sitting exercises/strengthening; 1 p.m., euchre
• April 19—9 a.m.-3 p.m., quilting class; 10 a.m., bowling at
Madison Lanes
• April 20—8:30 a.m., indoor walking/exercise class; 9 a.m., chair
volleyball; 10:30 a.m., aerobic/strengthening class; 12 p.m.,
bridge; 1 p.m., yoga stretch; 2 p.m., diabetes and weight loss support
group
• April 21—9 a.m., chair volleyball
• April 22—8:30 a.m., indoor walking/exercise class; 9 a.m., painting
class; 9 a.m., departure for Vintage Market Days trip; 1 p.m.,
free movie.
Mt. Sterling Community Center
The Mount Sterling Community Center is located at 164 E. Main
St. For details, call (740) 869-2453. Open daily for walking in the
gym, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
• April 19—10-11 a.m., Take Off Pounds Sensibly
3-6 p.m., food pantry for income eligible households. Pre-packed
food boxes are delivered to your vehicle. Bring proof of residency at
your first visit and photo ID at every visit. Call the center for details.
8-9 p.m., Alcoholics Anonymous
• April 20—10 a.m.-3 p.m., sewing for adults
• April 23—10 a.m.-3 p.m., sewing for all ages and abilities
• April 24—6:30-7:30 p.m.—Alcoholics Anonymous
• Produce markets—second and fourth Tuesdays.
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ANDRIX
Mary Evelyn Andrix, 99, of London died on April 4, 2022, in the
Madison Senior Living Community, London. Born on Dec. 23, 1922,
in Lilly Chapel, she was a daughter of the late Cecil and Lydia (Bennett)
Forrest.
A U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, Mary had also worked at
Lazarus, selling sewing machines and giving sewing lessons. A lifetime
member of Trinity United Methodist Church, she also belonged
to the Coover Club and Madison County Senior Citizens. She
was an avid card player, always ready for a game, enjoyed her
bridge clubs, and enjoyed spending time with friends, especially
going to breakfast. An accomplished artist, Mary loved to paint, giving
away most of her work to friends and to charity fundraisers and
loved The Ohio State University sports program.
Survivors include: her son and daughter-in-law, John and Cilia
Andrix; brother, James Forrest, sister-in-law, Patty Forrest; several
nieces, nephews, great nieces and great-nephews, and great-great
nieces and great-great nephews; very special friends, Jane Forrest
and Carolyn Gibson; and wonderful caregivers, Lynn McHenry and
Linda Adelsberger.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James Andrix, in
2003, and brothers, Bennett, Donald and Bob Forrest.
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Easter-egg hunt followed by the
promise of a long, playful summer.
As an adult,
there are many reasons
to celebrate Easter. Whatever your
reason, hopefully, it means the
beginning of something good.
Funeral Home/Crematory
obituaries
Funeral services were held on April 8 in Eberle-
Fisher Funeral Home and Crematory, London, with
Pastor Tim Rash officiating. Interment followed in Oak
Hill Cemetery, London.
Memorials in Mary’s name may be made to: Trinity
United Methodist Church, 8530 Lilly Chapel-
Georgesville Rd., London, OH 43140. Condolences for
the family may be sent to www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.
WATSON
Earl Wayne Watson, 88, of Columbus, Ohio, passed
away on April 5, 2022. Earl attended Community Free
Will Baptist Church. He was a self-employed contractor
throughout his lifetime. Earl lived a full and happy life
and will be remembered as one of the kindest and most
wonderful human beings.
He was preceded in death by: his parents, Hubert
and Rachel Watson; daughter, Pamela Logan; sisters,
Geri Dewey and Vivian Lykins; and brother, Kenneth
Watson.
Earl is survived by: his loving wife, Shirley, of 49
years; children, Michele Clay, James Watson, Stacey
Mackey, Jeff (Helen) Watson, Rick (Carolyn) Watson,
Rhonda Helphensteine; siblings, Doris Stamm, Frank
Watson, Alma (Floyd) Gilbert, Wendell (Marge) Watson;
and many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Visitation and the funeral service were held on April
14 at Rader-McDonald-Tidd Funeral Home, West Jefferson,
with Pastor Jerry Newman officiating.
Additional visitation and services took place on April
16 and were handled by Gaydos Funeral Home, Vanceburg,
Ky. Interment followed at Esham Cemetery, Petersville,
Ky.
KISER
Darrin Lee Kiser, 54, of Williamsport, Ohio, passed
on April 6, 2022, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in
Columbus, Ohio. Born in Columbus to the late Vernon
and Dottie Kiser, Darren was a graduate of Madison-
Plains High School, Class of 1985. He retired from General
Electric after 17 years of service. Darrin was an
avid hunter and a superior fisherman.
He is survived by: his children, Michael Lee Kiser,
Kelly Carper, Mark (Ashliegh) Carper and Kiera
Carper; his brothers, Scott (Shari) Kiser and Tim (Kelly)
Kiser; sister, Angela (Mike) Brown; many grandchildren,
nieces and nephews; and the many other loving
members of the Kiser and Bond families.
The family is planning a private remembrance service
to be held later.
Visit www.portertiddfuneralhome.com to share favorite
memories and to send condolences to the Kiser
family.
Porter-Tidd Funeral Home, Mount Sterling, assisted
the family.
GOSSARD
Jimmy Gossard, 88, of Mount Sterling, Ohio, passed
away peacefully surrounded by his family on April 7,
2022, at Mount Carmel Grove City. He was born on Jan.
4, 1934, in Madison County, Ohio, to the late Loren and
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Marguerite “Maggie” Gossard.
Jim served our country as a member of the United
States Army, a firefighter, and dedicated law enforcement
officer for 26 years in Mount Sterling, Ohio. He
retired in 1989 as Mount Sterling chief of police. Jim
was a long-time member of Mount Sterling Lodge 269,
F&AM.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death
by: his sister and brothers, Jean Turvey, Jay Gossard
and Rod Gossard; his first wife, Opal Gossard (Grabill),
and second wife, Nancy Gossard (Justice); son, Danny
Gossard; and son-in-law, Charles Carlisle.
Jim is survived by: his daughters, Donna (Scott) Day
and Debbie Carlisle; son, Duane (Mary) Gossard;
daughter-in-law, Tina Gossard; grandchildren, Heather
(Kevin) McDowell, Michelle Day, Ashley Day, Jason
Gossard, David (Pam) Baughn; great-grandchildren,
Phillip and Emma McDowell; sister-in-law, Helen
Shafer; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held April 12 at Porter-Tidd Funeral
Home, Mount Sterling. The funeral service was held on
April 13 at the funeral home. Burial followed at Pleasant
Cemetery, Mount Sterling. A meal was held at
Mount Sterling Church of the Nazarene. Visit
www.portertiddfuneralhome.com to share memories of
Jim and to send condolences to the family.
AUCKERMAN
Clarence “Bob” “Ace” Auckerman, 81, of West Jefferson,
Ohio, passed away on April 9, 2022, after a brief
battle with Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. He was born in
Springfield, Ohio, on March 13, 1941, to the late John
Auckerman and Elizabeth Husted Watkins.
Bob was a retired Ohio State trooper having served
for 25 years and a Madison County Municipal Court
probation officer for 13 years. He also was a special
deputy for the Madison County Sheriff’s Department
and was a United States Air Force veteran. Bob was a
member of Springfield Missionary Baptist Church. He
enjoyed being with his family, traveling and fishing.
He is survived by: his wife of 56 years, Linda Auckerman;
daughters, Belinda (Mark) Long of Lima, Ohio,
and Rhonda (Dave) DeLong of Galloway, Ohio; grandchildren,
Sarah (Jesse) Hardy of Elida, Ohio, and
Megan Long of Columbus, Ohio; great-grandchildren,
Julianne and Sadie Hardy; brother, John Auckerman;
sister, Joanne; several nieces and nephews; and many
who lovingly referred to him as “Uncle Bob.”
He was preceded in death by: his parents; step-father,
Robert Watkins, brother, Eugene; sister, Martha
Bowling;, grandparents, Edward and Jane Husted and
Clarence Auckerman, after whom he was named.
Per Bob’s final wishes, there was not a formal funeral
service but a private gathering for his family. For
those who would like to make a memorial contribution
in his honor, please consider a donation to the Buckeye
Cruise for Cancer, c/o The James Cancer Hospital,
www.cancer.osu.edu.
Please
visit
www.radermcdonaldtiddfuneralhome.com to share favorite
memories and to send condolences to the Auckerman
Family. Rader-McDonald-Tidd Funeral Home,
West Jefferson, assisted the family.

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May 7: Last meeting for Ward 3 improvement ideas
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
The city of London is hosting one last
public input meeting before submitting an
application to the state for a $750,000 grant
to make improvements in Ward 3 on the
city’s southeast side.
The meeting is set for 10 a.m. May 7 at
city hall, 20 S. Walnut St., London. Coffee
and doughnuts will be served.
New high school graduation requirements reviewed
By Linda Dillman
Staff Writer
Ohio continues to tweak its educational
system. The latest round of graduation requirements
will impact West Jefferson highschoolers
starting with the Class of 2023.
“The state has broken this down into
three components,” explained Mike Bute,
high school principal, at the April 11 school
board meeting. “The first part is just making
sure that we meet the curriculum requirement.”
The first and second parts of the requirements
are not new. They deal with the basics–a
list of credit requirements involving
math, English, social studies, science,
health, visual or performing arts, electives
and financial literacy–and competency.
In order to demonstrate competency, a
student must earn a minimum score on
math and English end-of-course tests or a
college-ready score on the ACT or SAT.
Other competency options include college
credit plus, career technical, or military
readiness.
“This is what they’re calling permanent
requirements moving forward, but you
know how things can change,” Bute said.
The third graduation requirement indicates
a student’s readiness and involves a series
of seals reminiscent of scouting badges.
“For students in the class of 2023 and beyond,
they need to earn two seals. At least
one must be a state seal,” said guidance
counselor Jeannette Haskins. “At first, I
thought it was just one more thing, but it
Working with the county, the city plans
to apply for a neighborhood revitalization
grant through the Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) program. Other cities
and villages are vying for grant dollars, as
well. According to Anthony Smith, city council’s
Ward 3 representative, the state only
approves about half of all grant applications.
One factor the state considers in reviewing
applications is community input. London
has held several public meetings to
gather residents’ ideas for improvements.
The city also is conducting a survey to
gather opinions. Links to the survey and information
about allowable projects can be
found at www.londonohio.gov (click on Community
News & Information, then click on
City Bulletin Board).
Smith strongly encourages Ward 3 residents
and other stakeholders to attend the
May 7 meeting and/or submit a completed
survey. He said the city has received several
responses which he appreciates.
“We definitely need more,” he added.
The grant application deadline is June
2022. Grant winners must complete projects
between September 2022 and August 2024.
For more information about the CDBG
program, call Amy Rees at the city administrative
offices, (740) 852-3243.
gives students an opportunity to display
their skills and talents.”
Each seal has different requirements.
The nine state seals are technology, citizenship,
biliteracy, Ohio Means Jobs, honors
diploma, science, military enlistment, college
ready and industry-recognize credentials.
Describing the qualifications for the biliteracy
seal, Haskins said, “A student needs
to demonstrate proficiency in English and a
strong proficiency in speaking and communication
skills in a second language (which
can include American Sign Language).”
The three local seals are community
service, student engagement and fine/performing
arts. A student needs to complete
40 hours of community service for the community
service seal, participate in four or
more clubs or activities for the engagement
seal, or participate in band, choir or fine arts
for the fine/performing arts seal.
Students must have a minimum of one
state seal and one local seal or two state
seals in order to fulfill the readiness requirement.
“Things are a little different than they
used to be,” said Superintendent William
Mullett.
Visit www.west-jefferson.k12.oh.us for
more information about the Jefferson Local
school district, including dates and ties of
upcoming school board meetings. The
board’s next meeting is a work session set
for 6 p.m. April 20 in the high school media
center.
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Shekinah pairs musical with full-school art show
By Kristy Zurbrick
Staff Writer
Shekinah Christian School is shining the spotlight on students’
talents with an art show and musical April 22-23.
This won’t be the first time the school has combined art and
music this school year.
“We have really talented artists at this school. We need to find a
way for people to see their art,” said Christian Bechtol, music
teacher for grades K-12. “So, we had the idea to put up art at our
Christmas concert. It made everything different. Instead of boring
walls of brick, art is the first thing people see when they walk in. It
really sets the tone, and it brings more people into the school those
nights.”
For the upcoming art show and musical, doors open at 6 p.m.
each night. The musical, “Annie Jr.,” starts at 7 p.m. The stage production
lasts about an hour. Visitors are invited to view the artwork
displayed in the hallways before and after the musical.
Art Show
Delores Groh, art teacher for grades 1-12, loves the additional
opportunities to show off students’ artwork. Shekinah holds a gala
every other year that features small musical numbers, a large art
show, and student demonstrations. This is the off year.
“Christian is new to Shekinah this year, and he really wanted to
make this a collaborative arts effort,” she said.
The art show will feature Greek faces on urns by fifth-graders
and colored pencil and pen-and-ink drawings of still lifes by highschoolers.
Students in fifth grade through junior high drew inspiration
from their studies of abstract artist Alma Woodsey Thomas. They
created their own abstract pieces.
“They just turned out so cool,” Groh said. “I have them all displayed
together as a unit. It’s just a bright, colorful, fun abstract
display.”
Students in first grade through junior high dreamed up their
own versions of Vincent van Gogh’s famous painting, “The Starry
Night.” Groh said it’s interesting to see how the students across different
age and skill levels interpreted the painting.
“I like having all the grade levels and watching the students
grow in their artistic abilities. They are so motivated and have such
a great work ethic,” said Groh, now in her sixth year as art teacher
at Shekinah.
“Annie Jr.”
Due to COVID-19, a couple of years have passed since Shekinah
last performed a musical. The school was prepared to present “Fiddler
on the Roof’” in 2020, but the pandemic closed down everything
a week or two before the show.
Bechtol said he wasn’t sure how the hiatus would impact interest
this year, but he was pleasantly surprised when 33 students auditioned
for this year’s show, “Annie Jr.”
The one-act production is a kid-friendly, shorter version of the
well-known musical, “Annie,” about the adventures of a plucky or-
Messenger photo by Kristy Zurbrick
Playing orphans in Shekinah Christian School’s production of “Annie Jr.” are: (from left) Eleyna Beachy, Cara
Dobey, Elaina Kosik, Allison Beachy, Grace Giddens (as Annie), Jackie Yoder, Norah Entzminger and Lindsey
Cooley. Not pictured: AnaSophia Schrader.
phan in New York City.
Sixth-grader Grace Giddens plays the title character.
“When Grace came into the audition, she had pretty
much the entire (script) memorized,” Bechtol said.
“When she gets up on stage, she knows how to click into
the Annie character. She’s always on, always ready to
go.”
Sophomore Allison Beachy plays Molly, Annie’s best
friend at the orphanage. Traditionally, the actress who
plays Molly is a small, younger girl, but in Shekinah’s
version, Molly is taller than Annie. Beachy had to adjust
her lines because many of them refer to her height.
Several other members of the cast also have put their
own stamp on the show. Senior Lillia Kilzer plays Miss
Hannigan, the cruel orphanage director. Junior Grace
Newman plays Lily, the whiny girlfriend of Rooster,
Miss Hannigan’s brother, played by senior Marcus
Peachey.
“The three of them came up with a tap dance routine
for one of the songs,” Bechtol said. “They aren’t even
supposed to be in that song, but they found a way to
make it happen. It has turned out to be this really cool
thing, and it is all due to them.”
Rounding out the lead roles are senior Shay Greenwell
who plays billionaire Oliver Warbucks and senior
Alayna Schrader who plays Grace Farrell, Warbucks’s
personal secretary. Greenwell does a great job pulling
off the stiff, formal Warbucks character.
“He knocked us out of the water at auditions,” Bechtol
said.
As for Schrader, Bechtol said her personality
matches that of her character—down-to-earth, well-spoken
and gentle.
“Alayna is always a vibe of good energy, and that’s
what she brings to the stage,” he said.
He has high praise for the students who play the orphans,
too, stating that they move together well in their
own pod.
“I’m going to go ahead and say it: I have the best orphans
ever!” Bechtol said. “They are probably the most
Students in first grade through junior high came up
with their own versions of Vincent van Gogh’s famous
painting, “The Starry Night.”
excited of everyone in the group. They’ll be walking
down the hall between classes, singing songs from the
show or talking about what to do with their costumes.
They’re always in the moment.”
Bechtol said everyone in the show, no matter how big
or small their part, is invested in the production. Even
students who don’t have on-stage parts have contributed.
Shekinah holds an Enrichment Week during
which students are introduced to new hobbies and activities.
Bechtol led a tract on set design. Students both
in the show and not worked together to paint the rotating
panels that provide backdrops on stage.
When it comes to props, costumes and some of the
sound equipment, Bechtol is thankful for the loans he
has received from Country Closet Thrift Shop, Rosedale
Bible College and students’ parents.
Tickets for “Annie Jr.” can be purchased online by visiting
www.eventbrite.com and searching for Annie Jr.
Shekinah. Including purchasing fees, they are $12 for
adults, $10 for students, and $25 for a family of up to
five members. Tickets also may be purchased at the door
the nights of the shows; all tickets at the door are $13.

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Try these strategies for choosing paint colors
Many components combine to define a colors to choose from and, before long, homeowners
home’s interior. Some homeowners may be
heads may be spinning as they try
partial to certain styles, such as ultra modern to narrow down their options. The following
or farmhouse, while others may opt for a tips can help homeowners pick the perfect
more traditional look that cannot necessarily paint for their home interiors.
be categorized as one style or another. • Take stock, and photographs, of your current
Though many homeowners may spend considerable
furnishings. Many interior designers rely
time and devote a lot of energy to on a simple technique when recommending
making their home embody a certain style, color schemes to their clients. Choose a
those who aren’t willing to commit to a particular
standout color from existing furnishings,
look can lean on one component to such as the dominant color from a patterned
make a stylish statement all their own: paint. decorative pillow or piece of furniture, and
Color can be a part of every homeowner’s then look for the same shade to paint the
design arsenal. Bold colors can be used to walls. A photograph of the item can be
create a stunning accent wall, while homes handy when visiting the paint store.
with open concepts often utilize color to define
• Lighten colors as you go up. Pick darker
rooms. Homeowners who want to revi-
color values for the floor, medium color val-
talize their home interiors can do so with ues for the walls and light values for the
paint, and this approach doesn’t require ceiling. This approach mimics the look of the
homeowners to commit to a whole new design
great outdoors, where the ground tends to
style.
be darker than the trees, and the trees are
Though paint may seem simple to darker than the blue sky.
novices, homeowners who have painted • Utilize paint to create the vibe you want.
home interiors in the past recognize how Colors evoke an emotional response. Cool colors
complicated the process of picking paint can
like blue and green give off a relaxing vibe,
be. Paint retailers have seemingly endless which makes them ideal for bedrooms and
Plant swap at WJ library
At 11 a.m. April 23, the Master Gardeners
of Madison County and the Madison
County Herb Society will host a plant swap
at Hurt/Battelle Memorial Library, 270
Lilly Chapel Rd., West Jefferson. Bring in
any plants you would like to exchange with
others and enjoy some small presentations
and door prizes.
Paint is an inexpensive way to transform a room. Homeowners can rely on a combination
of color strategies and their personal preferences as they try to decide which colors
they want on their interior walls.
bathrooms. Red is an intense color that can up
the energy ante in any room, which can make
it an option for homeowners who want to
spark debate around their dinner tables.
• Give personal preference its place at the
table. Though interior designers may have
years of experience picking paint colors for
a home and researchers may have determined
how certain colors can be used to create
a desired ambiance in a given room,
ultimately homeowners are the ones who
will be living in the home. So it’s important
that homeowners pick colors they like for
their home interiors.
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Dealing with cute but pesky Mr. Peter Cottontail
By Harriet Dana
Madison County Master Gardener Volunteer
I love Spring! I love the Easter Bunny! I
don’t like the eastern cottontail rabbit
(Sylvilagus floridanus}.
Peter Cottontail eats my crocus and
many other tender plants that poke up
through the soil. Additionally, all the Mrs.
Cottontails reproduces, as they say, “like
rabbits.” Cottontails have around four litters
per year, and each litter can be up to six
babies. I am aware that I will never eliminate
the rabbits, but how can I control the
damage?
Option One: Repellents
There are two types of repellents that
discourage rabbits. One type makes the
treated area so smelly that the rabbit avoids
that area. Home remedy smell repellents include
soap bars, moth balls, and human
hair. Commercial smell repellents are
available, as well. Be sure to read labels before
application, and use caution near food
crops.
The second type is applied directly to the
plant to make it taste bad. The idea is to
make the plant so distasteful to the rabbit
that it avoids that plant in the future. Home
remedies include cayenne pepper or Tabasco
sauce. Commercial products include foul
tasting chemicals, such as thiram or putrescent
egg solids. Again, be sure to read the
label before application. Obviously, you
would not want to apply foul-tasting repellents
to a plant you intend to eat yourself.
Unfortunately, most repellents have limited
effectiveness and need to be reapplied
after rain, irrigation, and hot days. And if
the bunnies are very hungry, they will eat
the plant regardless of taste or smell.
Option Two: Fear
This is where Fido comes in. If you have
a dog, you can let him chase the bunnies
away. One year, we were fortunate to have
a fox den nearby. The rabbit population was
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Bunnies might be cute, but their eating habits can be destructive to gardens.
greener pastures, and the rabbits are back.
No dog? You can try scarecrows, fake
owls, snakes or coyotes, or spinning metal
pie pans. Chances are, the rabbits will keep
on munching as soon as they figure out
these devices are harmless.
Some commercial products use coyote
and fox urine which fools the rabbit into
thinking a predator is nearby. Or the product
might contain dried blood. Again, the effectiveness
is limited as the scent lessens
with age.
Option Three: Habitat Modification
Rabbits like living in protected areas,
such as tall grasses and brush piles. Removing
dense vegetation close to your garden
may reduce their number.
You might be able to reduce rabbitmunching
through careful plant selection.
Rabbits are partial to coneflower, hostas,
impatiens, pansies, phlox and tulips. Similarly,
they like dogwood, apple trees,
crabapples, spirea and roses. And we all
know Mr. Cottontail likes carrots, as well as
lettuce, strawberries, and beans. They tend
to avoid daffodils, onions, garlic, basil,
lavender, milkweed, squash and tomatoes.
Black walnut, juniper, spruce and fir trees
appear to be rabbit-resistant, as well.
Again, there’s no guarantee what a hungry
bunny might eat. Some advocate planting
a “decoy garden.” The idea is the rabbit
will eat your marigolds and leave your lettuce
alone. But I don’t want him to munch
on my marigolds either!
Option Three: Exclusion
Exclusion seems to be the most effective
(although possibly not the most attractive)
way to discourage Peter Cottontail. Most experts
recommend chicken wire (1-inchsquare
holes) 18 to 24 inches high fencing
surrounding the garden area. Some recommend
doubling the chicken wire to discourage
the animals from squeezing through the
hole. Be sure to bury the fencing 3 to 6
inches underground to deter digging. I have
successfully grown lettuce in large plastic
half-barrel whiskey containers. The container
is too high off the ground for the rabbit
to enter.
Good luck in your battle against bunnies!
Sources:
“Rabbits,” Missouri Botanical Garden
“Vertebrates in the Vegetables,” Iowa
State University Extension and Outreach
“Managing Rabbit Damage,” University
of Nebraska — Lincoln Extension, Institute
of Agriculture and Natural Resources
“Wildlife: Excluding and Repelling Problem
Wildlife from the Garden,” University
of Massachusetts Amherst, Center for Agriculture,
Food, and the Environment
“Battling Bunnies in the Garden,” Northern
Garden Resources

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How to infuse your home with farmhouse style
Farmhouse-style homes are having a moment.
A 2020 survey from Homes.com asked
more than 5,000 adults across the United
States about their favorite house style from
a list that included bohemian craftsman,
mid-century modern ranch, French chateau,
and Tudor, among others. Modern farmhouse
was the runaway winner, as participants
in 42 of the 50 states indicated this
simple, cozy style was their favorite.
Home renovation projects can help homeowners
put their own unique stamp on their
homes, and such projects can be both aesthetic
and functional in nature. The following
are some farmhouse design elements
homeowners can consider as they look to
transform their home interiors with this
popular style in mind.
• Exposed beams—Exposed beams instantly
evoke images of a farmhouse. This
rustic renovation project can utilize real
wood or faux beams that look like the real
thing. Decorative beams that have nothing
to do with a home’s structural integrity can
be installed by skilled do-it-yourselfers.
However, even faux beams are heavy. Homeowners
should have an engineer assess their
Prescription Drug Take-Back
• The village of Plain City will host a prescription
drug take-back day 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
April 30 at the Pleasant Valley Fire Department,
650 W. Main St. Drop off unused, unneeded,
unwanted and/or expired medications.
• The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is
hosting a prescription drug take-back day
10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 30 at two locations: 1 S.
London St., Mount Sterling (behind town
hall); and 222 Garfield Ave., London.
events
existing structure prior to installation.
• Distressed wood finishes—Distressing is
designed to make something look less than
perfect. Distressed wood finishes can be
found throughout many farmhouse-style
homes. Furniture and picture frames can
provide the distressed look farmhouse fans
are looking for. This is a relatively inexpensive
project that many homeowners can
tackle on their own after watching some online
tutorials that recommend the right
tools and techniques to get the job done.
• Kitchen sink—Many components combine
to create a truly classic farmhouse
kitchen. But perhaps no component is more
essential than the classic farmhouse sink. A
classic farmhouse sink features a deep, wide
basin and is large enough to handle all the
dishes that come after a big family meal.
Old-fashioned porcelain sinks are worth
consideration to evoke a traditional farmhouse
feel.
• Countertops—For a European farmhouse
style, try butcher block. Consider installing
a large island with a walnut butcher
block countertop for an authentic farmhouse
feel.
Spring Cleaning Free Cycle
in West Jefferson
The village of West Jefferson is hosting a
community free cycle on May 28. Set-up
runs 9 a.m.-noon. The event hours are 1-3
p.m. Clean out your closets, drawers and
garages. Bring items you no longer need, set
them on the village’s tables or your tarps,
then browse what other people brought. All
items must be clean and good repair.
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Acorns are those small nuts
beloved by pesky squirrels. They
are the seeds of the mighty oak
tree. Since oak trees grow around
the world, acorns likewise are
world-wide and have been consumed
since ancient times. “It is a
well-known fact that acorns at this
very day constitute the wealth of
damage. Red oak acorns have more
tannin and are more bitter. It has
been observed that bears are more
partial to white oak acorns, probably
because white oaks have less tannin
and the acorn is less bitter.
Acorns, like other nuts, are very
nutritious. Ancient peoples, including
Native Americans, learned long
ago that tannins could be removed,
but it is an arduous process. Acorns
are soaked, changing the water periodically,
for several days. Those that
float need to be pitched since they
are probably infected with beetle larvae.
The hulls need to be cracked and
the meat removed. The treated acorn
meat can be added to stews and puddings
or it can be dried and ground
into flour. Acorn flour can be used in breads and other
recipes and is said to be a good gluten-free alternative.
These days, widespread acorn consumption is pretty
much limited to wildlife, although there are pockets
where acorn consumption is popular. Some Californian
Native Americans have acorn festivals highlighting ancient
tribal recipes. Korean cuisine includes an acorn
jelly dotorimuk, acorn flour, and acorn starch.
Spaniards have two specialties: acorn liquor (licor de
bellota) and Iberian acorn-finished ham (jamon iberico
de dellota). For centuries, Spanish pig farmers have
raised their hogs in acorn groves. The resulting ham is
lean and delicious but rather pricey. You can order it
online at amazon.com.
Who knows? Maybe someday we will be able to buy
acorn flour at our local grocery store. Until then, I think
I will leave the acorns to the squirrels.
many nations,” said Pliny the
Elder, a Roman historian (AD 23-
79). Medieval peasants were known
to consume acorn bread, particularly
during times of famine.
Acorns are the seeds of the mighty
oak tree. Red and white oak trees
Oak trees can be divided into
are native to Ohio.
two broad categories: red oaks and
white oaks. And yes, Ohio has both native red and white
oak trees. Red oaks have pointed leaf lobes, whereas
white oak leaf lobes are more rounded. Red oak acorns
remain on the tree for two growing seasons before they
mature. White oak acorns fall from the tree after one
growing season and are ready to germinate as they fall.
Oak trees are known for producing a chemical called
tannin which helps the tree ward off insects, disease
and decay. Tannin is the chemical used to “tan” (add
brown hues) to hides and leather. It’s likely that the
word “tannin” comes from the Celtic word “tann” which
means oak tree. Tannin is also the element that imparts
flavor to some “oak barrel aged” liquors.
Tannin is found throughout the oak tree, including
its acorns. Although squirrels, blue jays, deer and pigs
have no problem eating the bitter and astringent tannin,
humans should not eat acorns unless treated first
to remove the tannins which can cause kidney and liver
ese are no shrinking violets
By Shirley Kindrick
Madison County Master Gardener Volunteer
If you think of the common violet as a weed, think
again. This is one of the species of viola chosen by the
International Herb Association (IHA) as the Herb of the
Year for 2022. The IHA has chosen an herb every year
since 1995. Each herb of the year must be outstanding
in at least two of the three categories: culinary, medicinal
and decorative. How many homes welcome spring
with pots of Johnny-jump-ups (Viola tricolor)?
The viola has a long history. Since Roman and Greek
times it has symbolized love, death and rebirth. The Romans
believed it to be an aphrodisiac and used it to treat
heart conditions. Violets were also an ancient symbol of
fertility. Christians thought of the tricolored flowers of
heartsease (another name for Viola tricolor) as a symbol
of the Holy Trinity. The violet was a favorite of Napoleon
and became an emblem of imperialism in France.
Violas are an important addition to the pollinator
garden, blooming in early spring when bees are hungry.
The flower’s structure is made for bees and adds a welcome
source of pollen and nectar at this time of year.
The common violet (Viola odorata) is violet-blue, but
Johnny-jump-ups (Viola tricolor) sport white, yellow
and purple The hybridized pansy can be any color, including
blue. The herb is native to Europe and Eurasia
and was thought to be brought to the U.S. by colonists.
The colonists were a utilitarian people. They did not
bring anything to this country that did not have multiple
uses. They valued violets for their medicinal benefits,
as well as their culinary usefulness. You can also
enjoy the violet as a free food source. Include a few flowers
and leaves in your next salad and add a healthy dose
of vitamin C. If you have a little patience, the flowers
can be candied using egg white and confectioners’ sugar
and then used to decorate a special cake or cup cakes.
The flowers and leaves can be used to make a tea. If you
add honey to your tea, the beautiful violet-blue tea will
turn pink, an indication of the violet’s use as a litmus
to test for acid and alkaline.
So, before you prepare to spray your lawn for that
manicured look, consider the value of those dainty violets.
Not only are they a great food source for bees and
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Know the signs of a malfunctioning septic system
Homeowners recognize that their work is never done.
Homes require maintenance that runs the gamut from
daily tasks like cleaning kitchen countertops to more
significant undertakings like replacing roofs. For many
homeowners, keeping their homes running smoothly involves
tending to septic systems.
Estimates from various sources indicate that roughly
one in five homes in the United States has a septic system.
Homeowners who live in areas with regional
sewage systems may not give much thought to the operation
and maintenance of their wastewater and disposal
system. But that responsibility typically rests
squarely on the shoulders of homeowners whose homes
have septic systems. Learning to maintain septic systems
so they operate safely and efficiently is essential.
Homeowners should know that recognizing signs of septic
system malfunction is vital to avoiding potentially
costly, messy accidents that can put the health of humans
and local wildlife in jeopardy.
What happens when a septic system malfunctions?
A malfunctioning septic system is a threat to the
health of humans, animals and the environment. When
a septic system is malfunctioning, untreated sewage can
be released and end up in places where it shouldn’t be,
such as groundwater, surface water and marine water.
That’s true even if it’s not visible to the naked eye. Humans
and animals are in danger when septic systems
malfunction because untreated sewage contains
pathogens and other contaminants that can make them
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What are the signs of a malfunctioning septic system?
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reliable service for many years. Part of that maintenance
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April is Native Plant Month
In 2019, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed
house Bill 59 of the 133 General Assembly into law
designating the month of April as Ohio Native
Plant Month. In March, U.S. Senators Rob Portman
(R-OH) and Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) introduced
a bipartisan resolution designating April
2022 as “National Native Plant Month” to recognize
the importance of native plants in environmental
conservation and restoration, as well as in
supporting a diversity of wildlife.
Why are native plants important? Native plants
are adapted to specific growing conditions in Ohio.
Over thousands of years, they have become accustomed
to Ohio’s unique soils, range of temperatures,
and amount of rainfall. These factors often
allow native plants to thrive in our gardens without
irrigation and fertilizers, unlike many non-natives.
Native plants also provide food and shelter for
bees, butterflies, insects, caterpillars, birds, and
many more. Some pollinators would not survive
without specific native plants. For example, the
Monarch butterfly requires the native milkweed to
reproduce and complete their life cycle.
The largest irrigated “crop” grown in the U.S. is
turf grass—covering more land than corn, soybeans,
and wheat combined. The typical residential neighborhood
consists of turf grass lawns that consume
massive amounts of water. Replacing traditional turf
grass with native grasses and plants not only would
save you on maintenance and watering costs but also
help you to provide the food and shelter local pollinators
need to survive.
If you are planning to do some landscaping this
year, be sure to include native plants. For a list of
native plants, visit ohionativeplantmonth.org or
contact Broc Sehen, district technician-wildlife specialist
at the Madison Soil and Water Conservation
District—(740) 852-4004, 831 U.S. Hwy. 42 NE,
London.
Eastern redbud (Cercis canadensis) produces seed pods
that are eaten by quail, pheasant and white-tailed deer.
Deer will also munch on new leaves.
Pawpaw flowers (Asimina triloba) attract numerous pollinators
while in bloom and is the larval host to the pawpaw
sphinx moth. The fleshy fruit is enjoyed by many bird and
mammal species.
a system is malfunctioning or failing:
• Water and sewage from toilets, drains and sinks is backing up
into the home.
• Bathtubs, showers and sinks drain very slowly.
• Gurgling sounds are coming from the plumbing system.
• Standing water or damp spots near the septic tank or drain
field.
• Bad odors around the septic tank or drain field.
• Bright green, spongy lush grass over the septic tank or drain
field, even during dry weather.
• Algal blooms in nearby ponds or lakes.
• High levels of nitrates or coliform bacteria in water wells.
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systems part of their routine home maintenance.
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Jamie and Ellis await adoption at Humane Society
The following are among the pets up for
adoption at the Humane Society of Madison
County.
Jamie
Jamie arrived at
the shelter in the
beginning of February.
His previous
owner could no
longer care for him.
Jamie is a very
handsome Australian
shepherd mix who is about 2.5 years
old and weighs 50 pounds. He is a sweet guy
who loves the camera. (Who could blame
him with that handsome face?)
Jamie would thrive best in an active
home that will keep his brain busy. He loves
to go on walks, run around, and play. He
would benefit from a large escape-proof,
fenced-in yard with lots of room to run. If he
is alone with too much time on his paws, his
curious mind likes to get him into trouble.
He adventures out of his yard if given the
opportunity. In his previous home, he would
jump the short chain link fence to go play
with the neighbor doggies.
Jamie can be choosy about his doggy
friends. He was not a fan of the male dogs
to which he was introduced but got along
much better with the female dogs. When he
visited the cat room, he mostly ignored the
cats and was submissive and tried to run
away when the dominant cats hissed and
swatted at him. If he goes to a home with a
cat, he likely would do fine with proper introductions.
Jamie is a big boy with a lot of energy.
He might unintentionally knock down a
small kiddo, so the shelter staff recommends
he go to a home with older children
who have had experience around big, highenergy
dogs. Jamie is a handsome guy with
a heart of gold, and he can’t wait to share
his love with his forever family.
Adoption fees for dogs vary: shelter dogs
are $150, prison dogs are $200, puppies are
$250, and popular pure-breeds are $400.
The price includes: a Home Again microchip,
set of shots, deworming, heartworm
testing (if old enough), spay or neuter, and
a one-year rabies shot (if old enough). All
dogs adopted must leave with a county license
at an additional cost of $17. Fees can
be paid by cash or credit card.
Ellis
Found by a good
Samaritan, Ellis arrived
at the shelter
on Dec. 9. She is a 1-
year-old, domestic,
short-hair kitty
with an estimated
birthday of December
2020. She is a sweetheart that has a
very large and in-charge attitude. She loves
getting love and affection but more so on her
own terms. She loves chin scratches and
pets, and when she’s had enough, she will
walk away from you.
As of right now, Ellis is not too keen on
the shenanigans of other animals, but the
shelter staff hopes that with more socialization
she will come around to making more
animal friends. Ellis could potentially live
in a home with children that understand not
to pick her up. She is not a fan and could
scratch a small kiddo, trying to get away.
Ellis is a sweetheart that knows what she
wants. Take her home, and you’ll find yourself
a lifelong best friend.
The adoption fee is $80 for kittens up to
6 months old and $60 for cats 7 months and
older. It includes: a FeLV/FIV test, spay or
neuter, set of shots, deworming, and a oneyear
rabies shot (if old enough). Fees can be
paid by cash or credit card.
Humane Society Info
The Humane Society of Madison County
(HSMC) remains closed to the public but
continues to accept applications for adoptable
pets, schedule meet-and-greets for
adopters, and schedule appointments when
possible for the public. To request an appointment,
send email to contact@hsmcohio.org,
call (614) 879-8368 or visit HSMC
on Facebook.
The Humane Society is located at 2020
Plain City Georgesville Rd., West Jefferson.
If you are interested in adopting a pet, fill
out an application online at www.hsmcohio.org
or call the shelter at (614) 879-8368.
The shelter appreciates donations of supplies;
call for a list of items.
Tour for Life
The 22nd Annual Tour for Life is taking
place this year. Shelter partners across the
country are working with North Shore Animal
League America to bring attention to
the plight of homeless animals through nationwide
Tour for Life adoption events.
The Humane Society of Madison County
will hold their event April 24-April 30. The
Society is only scheduling meet-and-greets
with people who have submitted an approved
application for a dog or cat. The Society
apologizes for any inconvenience this
year and looks forward to presenting next
year’s Tour for Life with open doors.
Golf Outing
The Humane Society’s annual golf outing
is set for June 20 at Hickory Hills Golf Club
in Grove City. Registration begins at 9 a.m.
with a shotgun start at 10:30. To register a
foursome or become a sponsor, visit hsmcohio.org
for a registration form and details.
Sponsorships and team fees are due by May
2. Call the shelter with any questions.
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London Public Library
London Public Library, is located at 20 E. First St. Call (740)
852-9543 or visit www.mylondonlibrary.org for details.
• Story Times. Story Time for toddlers (ages 0-3 years old) takes
place on Tuesdays from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Story Time for preschoolers
(ages 3-6 years old) takes place on Tuesdays from 11 to 11:45 a.m.
Each week focuses on a different theme using books, songs and finger
plays. Some weeks include musical instruments, scarves, balls
and parachutes. Face masks are required for everyone 3 and older.
• Kindergarten Club. Prepare your preschooler for kindergarten
on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. This program is recommended for children
ages 3-6 and covers letter sounds and writing letters, numbers
and counting, fine and gross motor skills, scissors, patterns, etc.
HBMLibrary
Hurt/Battelle Memorial Library, 270 Lilly Chapel Rd., West Jefferson.
For details, call (614) 879-8448 or visit hbmlibrary.org.
• Plant Swap. At 11 a.m. April 23, the Master Gardeners of Madison
County and the Madison County Herb Society will host a plant
swap at the library. Bring in any plants you would like to exchange
with others and enjoy some small presentations and door prizes.
• Prom Dress Drive. The library is collecting donations of formal
wear, including dresses and suits. Anyone who needs formal wear
is invited to stop by the library to browse for a free selection.
• Storytimes. Wednesdays and Fridays, 10:30 a.m.
• Free After-school Meals. Meals (for children ages 2 years old
through high school seniors) can be picked up between 3 and 5 p.m.
Monday through Friday.
Mount Sterling Library
Mount Sterling Public Library is located at 60 W. Columbus St.
Call (740) 869-2430 or visit www.mtsterlingpubliclibrary.org.
• Bookmobile. The bookmobile will be making the rounds April
20, May 4 and May 18, stopping in South Solon 3-3:30 p.m. and
Midway 3:45-4:15 p.m.
• Around Town Book Club. The group will meet at 7 p.m. April
28 on the library’s main level to discuss books with a spring theme,
that have a story around spring, or “spring” in the title. The group
also will share ideas suggestions for books to read in the future. Refreshments,
a game and prizes are planned. The club is open to men
and women ages 17 and older.
• Scholarship. Mount Sterling Friends of the Library is offering
the $1,500 Marjorie Hanson Memorial Scholarship to a graduating
senior of the Madison-Plains Class of 2022 or a homeschooled student
residing in the Madison-Plains school district who will be graduated
from an accredited school in 2022. Applications are available
at the library and the high school and are due to the library in a
sealed envelope, addressed to Mount Sterling Friends of the Library
Scholarship Committee, by May 7.
• Scented Soap Fundraiser. Honeyrun Farm, owned by Isaac
and Jayne Barnes of Pickaway County, has created a bar soap
named “Library.” Each bar costs $4.75; Mount Sterling Friends of
the Library will receive $3 from each bar sold. Orders can be made
on the Honeyrun Farm Etsy page or through their website,
www.honeyrunfarm.com/handcraftedsoap/the-library.
• Preschool Storytime. Mondays at 10:30 a.m.
• Kids’ Cooking Club. The Batters, Splatters & Platters Kids’
Cooking Club for ages 9-12 meets from 6 to 7:30 p.m. the first and
third Mondays of each month to learn basic kitchen and cooking
skills. Pre-registration is required. The class is free.
• Cook Book Club. Members choose a recipe from a cookbook of
the month, then make and bring the dish to the meeting. The group
meets the third Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
• Silent Basket Auction. The Friends of the Library have themed
baskets on display at the library. Bids can be placed in-person at
the library, by private message via the library’s Facebook and Instagram
pages, or by text to (614) 315-7939. Bids can be placed
through May 14. All proceeds go to the summer reading program.
• Victorian Springtime Tea. This Friends of the Library event is
in-person this year May 14, 2-4 p.m., at First United Methodist
Church, 110 S. London St., Mount Sterling. Attendees will receive
tableside tea service with a variety of tea sandwiches, fruit, scones
and desserts. Music and a brief reader’s theater are planned. This
year’s theme is Little Women. Come as you are or dressed in Victorian-inspired
clothing. Hats will be available to borrow on site. If
you’d like to be outfitted in costume or reserve a table for six or
more people (both are optional), contact Casey at (740) 869-3548.
There will be no advance sale of tickets. Admission at the door
is $10 for adults and $5 for children 10 and younger. Proceeds go to
library programming, sponsorships, materials, and equipment and
technology upgrades.
Plain City Library
Visit plaincitylib.org or call (614) 873-4912. The library is located
at 305 W. Main St. and online at www.plaincitylib.org.
• Storytime at the Park. Join us at Plain City’s Pastime Park,
370 N. Chillicothe St., on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. for stories, rhymes,
songs and other learning activities appropriate for ages 6 and
younger. Storytime kits containing scarves, shakers, beanbags, and
other manipulatives used in storytime will be available while supplies
last. Have a Storytime from Home kit from Online Storytime?
Bring it with you; it contains all the supplies you need. Caregivers
must attend. No registration is required.
• Online Storytime. The program takes place on Facebook,
Youtube, and Twitter on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy stories,
rhymes, songs, and more with a new theme each week. These storytimes
are intended for children ages 6 and younger, but anyone
can tune in. For dates and direct links, visit www.plaincitylib.org.
• Bedtime Storytime. Join the library on Facebook, Youtube or
Twitter for a live Bedtime Storytime every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.
Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and more. These storytimes are intended
for children ages 6 and younger, but anyone can tune in. For
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cause to be paid said Judgment within three days from its rendition that an
Order of Sale be issued to the Sheriff of Madison County, Ohio, to appraise,
advertise, and sell said real estate, that the premises be sold free and clear of
all claims, liens and interest of any parties herein, that the proceeds from the
sale of said premises be applied to Complainant’s Judgment and for such other
relief to which Complainant is entitled.
Said Defendant(s) will take notice that they will be required to answer said
Complaint on or before the 22nd day of May, 2022, or judgment will be rendered
accordingly.
PADGETT LAW GROUP
Ellen L. Fornash (0085284)
Attorney for Plaintiff
8087 Washington Village Drive, Suite 220, Dayton, Ohio 45458
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PUBLIC NOTICE
A public hearing will be held by the Somerford
Township Board of Zoning Appeals on Monday,
April 25th at 7:00 P.M. at the Somerford Township
Hall located at 91 SR 56. This is to consider
a request made by Midwest, on behalf of the
Madison County Airport, for a variance to the
side and rear setback to build an airplane
hangar on parcel number 24-01624.000
Any questions may be presented at this time; the
public is invited to attend.
Brian Knowles
Somerford Township Zoning Inspector
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SALE OF REAL ESTATE
In the State of Ohio, County of Madison,
Home Point Financial Corporation
(Plaintiff)
vs.
Joshua McQuirt, et. al (Defendants)
Case No. CVE 20200040
In pursuance of an Order of Sale directed to me in the
above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public
online auction the following described real estate:
Property Address:
456 Southeast Old US 42 Highway, London, OH 43140
Legal Description: A full legal description of the
property may be obtained at
www.schilligestatesandauctions.com.
Parcel Number: 05-00083.000
Said Premises Appraised: $155,000.00
Minimum Bid: $103,333.33
Location of Sale: Online Bidding at
www.schilligestatesandauctions.com
Bidding Open Date:
Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at 9:00 AM
Bidding Closes Date:
Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at 2:00 PM
2nd Provisional Open Date:
Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at 9:00 AM
2nd Provisional Close Date:
Wednesday, June 1, 2022, 2022 at 2:00 PM
Terms of Sale: A deposit in the amount of $5,000.00
is due by wire transfer within 48 hours upon conclusion
of the auction. Funding must take place within
30 days of confirmation of sale. A 10% Buyer’s
Premium shall apply. The auction is subject to postponement
and cancellation.
Cynthia Schillig, Private Selling Officer
cynthia@schilligestatesandauctions.com
614-228-0808
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• Madison County Department of Job and Family Services (MCDJFS) intends to
enter into a contract for a Comprehensive Case Management Employment
Program to serve youth aged 14­24 with barriers to employment through th
Department of Labor’s Workforce innovaon and Opportunity Act (WIOA) with
one or several organizaons to assist in providing 14 essenal elements that
provide services to eligible youth seeking assistance in achieving academic and
employment success provide effecve and comprehensive acvies which
include a variety of opons for improving educaonal and skill competencies
and to provide effecve connecons to employers.
• Contracts will be open to any providers with appropriate qualificaons. Submitted
proposals must be completed according to the specificaons and provisions
outlined in the Request for Proposal (RFP) on or before Friday, May 3, 2022 at
4:00 p.m. Proposals will be opened, notated and reviewed thereaer at the
Madison County DJFS office. The terms of the contract shall be 12 months,
effecve June 6, 2022 through June 20, 2023 with the opon to renew for 2
addional 1­year periods, without the release of another RFP. The proposal must
outline in details all aspects of the bidder’s system and their ability to meet the
requirements of this contract and contain sufficient informaon for MCDJFS to
make an informed decision of the quality of costs of the services proposed. The
contract(s) will be awarded to the bidder(s) subming the proposal(s) which,
in the view of Madison County, is most advantageous, price and other factors
considered. The Madison County Commissioners promote open and free
compeon, reserve the right to accept or reject any and all proposals, and to
waive any informalies or irregularies in the best interest of the County.
The RFP may be viewed or obtained on the Madison County website main page:
www.co.madison.oh.us, under “Noces­Legal Noces”. If you are unable to
obtain RFP from website, please contact: Marlene Abshear, Madison County
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NOTICE OF LEGISLATION PASSED BY THE
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LONDON, OHIO
Noce is hereby given to the passage of the following
ordinances or resoluons of the London City Council.
The complete text of each ordinance or resoluon may
be obtained or viewed at the offices of the City Law
Director or the City Auditor at 20 South Walnut Street,
London, Ohio, or online at the London City website:
Londonohio.gov
Resoluon 133­22 – A Resoluon authorizing the
Board of Public Ulies to repair a sewer line with a
cost in excess of the $25,000 limitaon
Date of passage: 4/7/2022
Amy Rees
Clerk of London City Council
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MADISON COUNTY, OHIO
PROBATE DIVISION, JUVENILE COURT
Case No. 22240020
Summons By Publication
David & Jenny SHUNK
vs.
Jaylen SHUNK
To: Jaylen R. Shunk, address unknown
A petition for custody of SHUNK, NEVAEH, DOB 02/05/2021, has been
filed in this Court. A pretrial hearing has been scheduled in this Court at
the Madison County Courthouse, 1 North Main Street, London, OH
43140, on May 10, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., and at the call of the Court thereafter.
You are hereby summoned that a petition has been filed by David &
Jenny Shunk. You are required to serve upon David & Jenny Shunk a copy
of your answer to the petition within 28 days of this publication. Said
answer must be filed with this Court within three (3) days after service
on David & Jenny Shunk. If you fail to appear and defend, judgment by
default may be taken against you for the relief demanded in the petition.
You are indicated as being the parent of said minor child and notice of
said petition is hereby provided in accordance with the law and the provisions
of RULE 16, Rules of Juvenile Procedure.
You may contact the Juvenile Court at 740­852­0760 with any questions.
CHRISTOPHER J. BROWN
Juvenile Judge
Madison County, Ohio
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for Lawn Care Service
3-4 Days a Week
Call 614-935-1466
Landscape Maintenance
Personnel Wanted
Full/Part time positions
available. Valid driver’s
license necessary.
Competitive Pay.
The Plant People, Inc.
12968 Carson Road
Orient, 43146
email:
theplantpeopleoh@gmail.com
or call: 614-877-2484
HIRING
STEPHENS PIPE & STEEL
10732 Schadel Rd., Mt. Sterling, OH
Apply with-in or resume to
hrohio@spsfence.com
Full-Time, Benefits, Insurance pkgs, 401K
1st Shift Production Scheduler
Mon-Fri 3:30am-11:30am
(plus 1st Sat. month inventory)
Starting $17.50
Madison County Fairgrounds
Construcon Bid Requests
The Madison County Fair Board is
looking for construcon bids for a
new bathroom facility as well as an
open­air mber structure.
Please send a Request Bid Package to:
Madison County Fair Board, PO Box 30,
London, OH 43140 by April 25, 2022
INFORMATION
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WANT TO BUY
We Buy Junk Cars &
Trucks. Highest Prices
Paid. 614-395-8775
WE BUY
Junk Cars, Trucks,
Farm Equipment.
We also do
Estate Clean Outs &
Property Clean Ups
614-357-0881
5/1 M
WANT TO BUY
ANTIQUES
WANTED
Victrolas, Watches,
Clocks, Bookcases
Antiques, Furn.
Jeff 614-262-0676
or 614-783-2629
BUYING VINYL RECORDS.
LPs and 45s - 1950-80s
Rock, Pop, Jazz, Soul.
614-831-0383
WANTS TO Purchase
minerals and other oil &
gas interests. Send details
to: P.O. Box 13557,
Denver, CO 80201
MISCELLANEOUS
FOR SALE
Electric Wheelchair,
Hoyea Lift, Electric
Hospital bed, Ramp. If
interested, call 614-928-
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GARAGE DOORS
GARAGE DOORS
PEST CONTROL
PEST CONTROL
ROOFING
ROOFING
TREE SERVICES
TREE SERVICES
Jeff Boyd
TERMITE &
PEST CONTROL
614-367-9000
TORCO®
TERMINATES
TERMITES
Locally Owned & Operated. Any Pest. Anytime.
$
50 00 OFF Service
Free Termite Inspection
Tree Trimming
Tree Removal
Stump Grinding
FREE ESTIMATES
740-845-LAWN
HEATING & COOLING
AUTO/MOTORCYCLE
REPAIR
SOUTHWEST CYCLE
SERVICE
Motorcycle & Power
Sports Service & Repair
Get your Ride
Ready for Spring!
Call Chris 614-580-6605
BLACKTOP
SANTIAGO’S
Sealcoating & Services LLC
Quality Materials Used
SPRING IS HERE!
Driveway Seal & Repair!
Top Seal Cracks!
Residential & Commercial
Mulching, Edging & Clean-ups
“Ask for whatever you need.”
BBB Accredited-Fully Insured
Call or text for Free Est.
614-649-1200
CLEANING
Taynor’s Tidy
Touch
Now booking house
cleaning & laundry
folding services!
Call now for
4/24
A/M
4.3 M
pricing & availability.
Daily, Weekly &
Bi-weekly rates avail.
740-506-7087
HEATING & COOLING
Call or
Email to
set up an
appointment.
CONCRETE
EDDIE MOORE
CONSTRUCTION
Quality Concrete Work
Lt. Hauling & Room Add.,
Block Work & Excavation
Stamp Patios,
Bsmt. Wall Restoration
36 Yrs Exp - Lic & Ins.
Free Ests. 614-871-3834
ALL-CITY CUSTOM
CONCRETE
All Types Concrete Work
New or Tear Out-Replace
40 Yrs. Exp.
(614) 207-5430
Owner is On The Job!
www.hastingsnsons.com
Driveways & Extensions
Patio & Walkways,
Porches & Steps,
Garage/Basement Floors
Hot Tub/Shed Pads,
Stamped/colored concrete
Sealing of new &
existing concrete.
FREE ESTIMATES
Contact Adam
614-756-1754
hastingsandsons.
columbus@gmail.com
DOG GROOMING
Kountry Klipping LLC
Pet Grooming
Daycare
By Terri Lynn
46 N. London St.
Mt. Sterling, OH 43143
(614) 354-7716
Bring in this ad for $5 off
5/8 M
FENCING
EAZY FENCE
Chain Link - Wood
No Job Too Big or Small
All Repairs ~ Free Est.
Insured. 614-670-2292
HAULING
Zane’s Dumpster Rentals
4 days - $275.00
to drop off & haul away
$25 extra/day over 4 days
Tires - $10.00 each
No Hazardous Materials
Contact Zane Tabor
on Facebook or
Call 614-254-1131
JUNK REMOVAL
& MORE
HOARDING
&
DEMOLITION
10% off for Senior Citizens
Free Estimates
Mike Redding
614-352-0442
HOME
IMPROVEMENTS
For Free Estimates
On Carpenter Work,
Roofs,
Siding,
Foundations,
Floors Jacked Up,
Call:
5/1 M
740-426-6731
740-505-1094
Ask For Marvin
CHAPMAN
PROPERTY
MAINTENANCE
Call Jamie
5/22
W/GCM
Your Local Handyman
No Job Too Small!
614-598-0897
3/27 <
email:
chapm43140@gmail.com
chapmanproperty
maintenance.com
HOME
IMPROVEMENTS
SLAGLE
HOME REMODELING
Baths, Kitchen,
Plumbing and Electrical.
All your Handyman needs
No Job too Big or Small
Over 30 Yrs. Exp. Lic.-Bond-Ins.
Jerry
614-332-3320
Mid-Ohio
Kitchen
and Bath, LLC
Joe Ober
Residential/Commercial
740-852-4544
614-879-5827
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Handyman Cafe
“Serving Up Solutions
For All Your Handyman
Remodeling Needs”
Painting, Flooring,
Bathrooms, Kitchens,
Doors/Windows,
Siding/Roofing
Home Repairs/Maintenance
740-837-0287
Accepting MC/Visa/AE/Discover
SINCE 1973
Phil Bolon Contr.
Windows & Siding
Decks, Kitchens, Baths
Room Additions,
Flooring, Roofing
Bsmt Waterproofing
Deal With Small Non-Pressure Co.
47 Yrs. Exp. - Refs. Avail.
Lic.-Bond-Ins.
5/8
A/M
Free Est. - Financing Avail.
Member BBB Of Cent. OH
O.C.I.E.B. ID #24273
614-419-3977
or 614-863-9912
5/1 M
5/1 M
4/3 M
HOME
REMODELING
Handyman Remodeling
Over 35 yrs exp.
Larry 614-376-7006
LANDSCAPING
QUALITY
LAWN &
LANDSCAPE
Steve Mast
COMMERCIAL &
RESIDENTIAL
• Mowing
• Mulching
• Trimming
• Removals
614-309-3338
Fully Insured
Free Estimates
LAWN CARE
NEWMAN’S
LAWN
CARE
• Mowing
• Mulching
• Trimming
Free Estimates
740-837-0786
Over 35 Yrs. Exp.
SOWERS LAW N CARE
Mowing-mulching-trimming
Spring cleanup-614-397-0566
BO KNOWS
LAWN CARE
Commercial & Residential
Services Including:
•Landscape Planning/Execution
•Hedge Trimming/Shaping
•Lawn Mowing/Maintenance
•Mulch Beds
•Spring/Fall Clean-ups
•Tree & Stump Removal
•Skid-steer Services
Free Estimate!
Now Hiring FT/PT Positions.
For more info
614-687-2219
Classified Services
4/10 M
4/24 M
5/8 M
PAINTING
WOW
Painting - Power Wash
Interior - Exterior
Residential & Commercial
Wood Repair
Drywall Repair
614-989-9759
Austin & Gary Bogenrife
Website: wwwpaintingllc.com
wowpainting@live.com
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PLASTERING
DRYW
YWALL &
PLASTER
1/30
A&M
REPAIR
Textured Ceilings
614-551-6963
Residential/Commercial
BIA
PONDS & LAKES
AQUA-DIG-IT
CLEANING
614-359-2146
Jim @
aqua-dig-it.com
POWERWASHING
MRS. POWERWASH
Any house wash $149+tax
Single deck $69+tax
2 Tier deck $99+tax
Best Wash in Town
Over 45,000 washes
Ashley 614-771-3892
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5/8 A&M
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SEWING MACHINE
REPAIR
REPAIR all makes 24 hr.
service. Clean, oil, adjust
in your home. $49.95 all
work gtd. 614-890-5296
TREE SERVICES
Brewer & Sons Tree Service
• Tree Removal
• Tree Trimming 2/13
A&M
• Stump Grinding
• Bucket Truck Services
Best Prices • Same Day Service
614-878-2568
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