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December 18, 2022 www.columbusmessenger.com Vol. XXXVII No. 1

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Motto: ‘Take what you need, leave what you can’

By Dedra Cordle

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The Free Little Library Pantry is located on

Water Street, across from the main entrance

to Mount Sterling Public Library.

Messenger photos by Dedra Cordle

The grand opening of Mount Sterling’s Free Little Library Pantry took place on Dec. 10.

Located on Water Street, the box is stocked with food items and books for children and

adults and is open 24 hours a day. Some of the founders and most ardent supporters of

the library pantry were on hand for the ribbon-cutting: (from left) Beverly Kern, Casey

O’Neill, Joyce Stuart, Megan Stewart, Becky Martin, Melissa Reece, Angela McFarland,

Dave Timmons, Holly Drake, Andy Drake, and Charlie Morrison.

would be a nice complement to the local library, but

she hoped another fan of the movement would take

the initiative to build the box and oversee its operation.

Then came the pandemic.

Distressed by the news of mass layoffs, school

closures, and widespread food and essential goods

shortages, Reece knew it was time to act—and not

just by providing free reading material to people of

all ages but also free grocery items.

“I was spiraling and had to do something for our

community,” she said.

With help from her fellow Friends of the Library

volunteers, Reece spread the word about her idea.

She received plenty of positive feedback, but some

residents worried the Little Free Library would create

competition with the food pantry at the Mount

Sterling Community Center.

“That was never our intention,” Reece explained.

“Our goal was, and is, to just give free access to food

for anybody—the elderly, families, individuals who

maybe can’t quite cover their grocery bills because

they don’t have much money left after they pay the

rest of their bills.

“There are a lot of people out there in this community

who cannot access local pantries because

they don’t meet federal eligibility guidelines but are

still struggling to put food on their tables. This

Mount Sterling is now home to a small

red box equipped to make a significant impact

on residents’ lives.

On Dec. 10, more than a dozen community

advocates gathered on Water Street to

celebrate the grand opening of the region’s

first Little Free Library Pantry. Located

across from the main entrance to Mount

Sterling Public Library, the structure is

stocked with reading materials and nonperishable

food items free for the taking.

“We are so excited to bring this Little

Free Library Pantry to Mount Sterling,”

said Melissa Reece, the village resident who

spearheaded the project. “We hope this

kickstarts a movement where we will see

these pop up all throughout our community

and then spread out into our neighboring

communities, as well.”

Reece has been a fan of the Little Free

Library movement, minus the pantry portion,

ever since she heard about it more

than a decade ago. The concept is simple: A

box on a pole is installed on property accessible to the public. The installer

puts books in the box to get things started. The public is then welcome to

take books or leave books to share with others.

As an avid reader, Mount Sterling Public Library employee, and Friends

of the Library volunteer, Reece said she likes seeing reading materials

made readily available to everyone in the community.

“The Little Free Library has always been such

a great way to make books accessible to those who

may not have a public library within walking distance,

and especially in those areas who do not

have a library within their community at all,” she

said.

Reece thought having a Little Free Library in

would just be a way to supplement some of that

Mount Sterling—open 24 hours a day, year-round—

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Massive fire claims woodworking business

POSTAL PATRON

By Kristy Zurbrick

Pleasant Valley Fire District, one person

Madison Editor

had been working inside the building.

The Pleasant Valley Fire District is

That person had exited the structure before

the fire department arrived. The em-

deeming the primary structure at a Plain

City area business a total loss following a

ployee said he heard a “pop” and saw fire

fire that broke out early in the morning

coming from one of the machines in operation

at the business.

of Dec. 13. No civilians or fire fighters

were injured.

Fire fighters on the first engine to arrive

attempted to attack the fire from the

At 4 a.m., the fire department and its

automatic aid partners were alerted to a

interior but were driven out by intense

possible structure fire at Whitmer Woodworks,

8940 Carters Mill Rd. The first re-

heat and heavy fire conditions. Crews

then took a defensive approach from the

sponders observed heavy smoke with

exterior, containing the fire five hours

flames coming from the roof of a 60x240-

later.

Photo courtesy of Battallion Chief Mike Riebel/Washington Township Fire Department

foot building on the property.

Pleasant Valley Fire District reports

Fire fighters battle a devastating blaze at Whitmer Woodworks. According to a press release from

See FIRE page 19

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Sparkling good time at Garrette Park

West Jefferson’s 27th Christmas in the Park took place Dec. 9-10 at Garrette Park. Rain on Friday

dampened the air but not the spirits of those who took part. The weather was perfect on Saturday

night. A large crowd turned out to enjoy a lighted parade, the light display at the park, Santa, carriage

and train rides, food and drinks, and entertainment. Lights at the park will remain on nightly,

5-10 p.m., until Jan. 1. – Messenger photos by Jeff Pfeil

Cha-den McKee, 3, of Grove City visits

Christmas in the Park with his mother,

Monet Williams.

12/5/22 to 12/22/22

Holly Lewis of London celebrates her fifth birthday in front of a new ornament display at

Christmas in the Park. Adept Products in West Jefferson created the ornament. Members

of the Christmas in the Park committee decorated it.

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Mt. Sterling leaders proclaim bright ‘23 outlook

By Kristy Zurbrick

organized for the village.”

Madison Editor

About his fellow council members, Drake said, “You

As the year comes to a close, Mount Sterling village

all literally put your backs into things. We’ve gotten a

leaders are already looking forward to next year.

lot accomplished this year.” As examples, he mentioned

“I think we’re going to have a wonderful year. When

the hiring of a new village administrator, acquisition of

I tell you there are good things coming, there are good

funds for a new water tower, fire hydrant fixes, street

things coming,” said Mayor Marci Darlington at the

patching, and movie nights.

Dec. 12 village council meeting. “Buckle up. It’s going

Kristie West, code enforcement official, provided a

to be a good ride.”

rundown of the building and zoning activity in the village.

Year to date, her office has processed 139 residen-

Andy Drake, council president pro tem, feels the

same, stating, “2023 is going to be a great year. I can

tial permits, 21 new dwelling permits, 21 commercial

feel it already.”

permits, 13 zoning permits, and three variances.

Drake thanked many groups for the work they’ve

Becky Martin, chair of council’s parks and recreation

done this past year, setting a foundation for the year to

committee, said the group will “hit the ground running”

come. He applauded everyone who has volunteered in

next year, putting grant funding and donations to work

any way, from helping a neighbor to participating in

in the first phase of improvements at Mason Park. New

community cleanups. He praised village employees and

playground equipment, a dog park, and installation of

Madison County Sheriff’s Office personnel, saying they

trees and benches are planned. Anyone who would like

“work their tails off every single day to try to get things

to sponsor a tree or bench can call town hall for more

information, (740) 869-2040.

Help available for heating costs

The Ohio Department of Development and Bridges

Community Action Partnership want to remind senior

citizens in Ohio that assistance is available to help with

their home energy bills. The Home Energy Assistance

Program (HEAP) helps Ohioans at or below 175 percent

of the federal poverty guidelines pay their heating bills.

Applied directly to the customer’s utility or bulk fuel

bill, the benefit can help manage heating costs. Senior

citizens may go to their local Area Agency on Aging office

for help with assembling the required documents

and completing their HEAP application. Senior citizens

may also visit www.energyhelp.ohio.gov to apply online

or to download a copy of the application.

When applying, individuals need to have copies of

the following documents:

• most recent utility bills;

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• a list of all household members (including birth

dates and Social Security numbers);

• proof of income for the past 30 days for all household

members (12 months for certain income types);

• proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency for all

household members; and

• proof of disability (if applicable).

HEAP benefits are applied to an individual’s energy

bill after Jan. 1. Applications for the HEAP program

must be received by May 31, 2023.

For more information or assistance with applying for

a HEAP benefit, contact Bridges Community Action

Partnership at (740) 852-3511 to make an appointment.

To be connected to a local Energy Assistance provider,

call (800) 282-0880 (hearing impaired clients may dial

711 for assistance), or visit www.energyhelp.ohio.gov.

without charge.”

Creation of the Little Free Library Pantry took much

longer than Reece and the Friends of the Library projected,

but they received the go-ahead from the library

board earlier this year to build the hybrid library/food

pantry.

“We were ecstatic to receive the news,” said Angela

McFarland, part of the group that brought the project

to fruition. “The creation of this Little Free Library

Pantry will go a long way toward providing nourishment

for the minds and bodies of the residents in our

community.”

McFarland’s husband, Steve Chambers, who serves

as director of the Mount Sterling Community Museum,

built the multi-shelved red box. It has an ample amount

of space for books and food. Grocery items outweigh

books right now to meet current community needs.

Eventually, the Little Free Library Pantry committee

plans to build more library pantries and include personal

hygiene items and possibly small articles of

clothing, like socks.

“We have a lot of ideas whirling around in our heads

right now,” McFarland said.

The Little Free Library Pantry committee consists of

five members: Carrie Alkire, Holly Drake, McFarland,

Reece, and Charlie Morrison. Morrison is president and

CEO of MCR Medical Supply. The company’s “fun committee”

held a book and food drive to stock of the site

on Water Street.

The committee has set a schedule to regularly check

the materials in the Little Free Library Pantry to make

sure all of the reading materials are appropriate and

the food is not expired or spoiled.

Residents are encouraged to donate materials to the

Little Free Library Pantry just as much as they are encouraged

to take items from it.

“Our Little Free Library Pantry’s motto is: ‘Take

what you need, leave what you can,’” Reece said. “And

if you can’t leave anything at all, that is just fine with

us.”

Although Mount Sterling Public Library is not involved

in the oversight of the Little Free Library

Pantry, the committee will use the library’s social media

pages to post updates on donation drives and other activities.

The first donation drive was set for 10:30 a.m.-12

p.m. Dec. 17 at the library. Donation drop-off days will

otherwise be held on the fourth Saturday of each month

beginning Jan. 28. The committee asks that residents

not leave their donations at the library except on those

designated days. Also, the committee cannot accept food

in glass jars.

Suggested donation items will be listed on the side

of the Little Free Library Pantry. For more information,

contact Melissa Reece at (614) 315-7939.

In other news:

• Madison County Sheriff’s Deputy Jack Dill introduced Deputy

Dominick Parks. Parks has been with the department for the past

couple of months and is assigned primarily to Mount Sterling.

• Drake said the new stop signs on Market Street are working

out well, but it is taking time for motorists to become accustomed

to the new stop signs on High Street. Dill said residents have suggested

the village paint reflective stop bars on the street where the

new signs have been installed. Drake said his committee is talking

about that and installation of a crosswalk near Veterans Field.

• Village Administrator Tom Byrne reported the heating and

cooling system at the water plant has been repaired. He described

it as being in “pretty bad shape.” Updates have been made to the

plant’s fire alarm system, as well.

Council voted to cancel their last regular meeting of the year,

originally scheduled for Dec. 26. The next regular council meeting

will take place on Jan. 9.

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Love’s to break ground in spring

By Sarah Slayman

annexed from Jefferson Township into West Jefferson.

Staff Writer

Casto is pursuing annexation of that small portion. The

A couple of planned and potential businesses are another

step closer to reality following West Jefferson

company then plans to set aside eight or nine contiguous

acres for a new business. One possibility, Mitchell

council action and discussion on Dec. 5.

said, is a combination gas station, convenience store,

Love’s Travel Stop & Country Stores plans to build

and restaurant.

a combination fueling center and convenience store on

Council approved a resolution promising municipal

the north side of U.S. Route 29 and Commerce Parkway.

services, including utilities, fire protection, and police

Exeter Property Group owns 250 acres in that area and

protection, for the property up for annexation.

requested that 10 of those acres be set aside for the

In other action, council:

Love’s location. Based on the recommendation of the village

planning commission, council approved the site

• approved the village budget for 2023;

• approved an across-the-board 3 percent pay raise

plan for the project.

for village employees;

According to John Mitchell, West Jefferson’s public

• set residential rates for trash and recycling pickup;

service director, Love’s plans to break ground in the

• approved Forest Trucking’s final development plan

spring and open sometime next year.

for construction of a pole barn;

Casto Partners LLC, another developer, is looking to

• and approved an updated contract to provide additional

property maintenance inspection services to the

attract a new business to property the company owns

on U.S. Route 29, not far from the Love’s site. All but a

city of London through the village’s building department.

small portion of that land, less than one acre, has been

–With reporting from Kristy Zurbrick

ankful for voters’ levy support

By Linda Dillman

Staff Writer

Jefferson Local Schools’ levy history is unlike that of many school

districts across the state. Over the span of two decades, Jefferson

Local voters have passed 11 levies.

When Superintendent William Mullett first arrived in the district,

there was an urgent need to renew an existing 9.5-mill emergency

levy.

“On Aug. 7, 2001, we did so successfully,” Mullett said at the Dec.

12 school board meeting. “Never in my wildest dreams could I have

imagined that 21 years later we would have passed 10 additional

levies, all successfully on their first attempt.”

The most recent tally in the string of ballot successes was the

passage of a substitute levy on Nov. 8 of this year.

“In my time in West Jefferson, the community has never failed

a school levy request. This is a remarkable and unprecedented

record of community support. I am tremendously grateful to our

community for this,” Mullett said.

Despite efforts to change the funding formula by legal action and

legislation, districts like Jefferson Local continue to rely heavily on

local taxpayers to fund school operations.

Mullett said school funding in Ohio has always been fraught

with uncertainties and inequities. Multiple times, the Ohio

Supreme Court has ruled that the school funding system, which relies

heavily on property taxes, is unconstitutional.

“However, the law requires the legislature to provide the remedy,

and they have never adequately done so,” he said.

While other school districts struggle to pass levies, Mullett attributes

Jefferson Local’s success to a combination of factors.

“Your message has to be very narrow and focused,” he said. “I

understand the community and our needs and how to explain the

‘why.’ When I came here, we had opposition to levies. I went out

and talked with people. You need to build

up goodwill and trust,” he said.

Part of that trust involves establishing

relationships with people who live in the

township and the village, along with community

participation in extracurricular activities

and events–all backed by a caring

and dedicated staff, students striving for

success, and a keen sense of fiscal responsibility,

he added.

On Nov. 4, 2003, voters narrowly approved

a bond issue to build and renovate

facilities. The levy’s passage marked the

first time in more than 40 years the public

approved new money for facilities.

“We have endeavored to keep those facilities

in great shape in the nearly 20 years

that have gone by,” Mullett said.

On Nov. 4, 2008, voters passed a 0.5 percent

income tax levy.

“This was an attempt to provide some

balance in our tax structure and alleviate

the pressure on property taxes. We renewed

the existing emergency levy before asking

the community to increase our income tax

to 1 percent,” Mullett said.

Three more renewal levies were passed

prior to the district’s passage of the substitute

levy last month.

“Nobody has a record like this,” Mullett

stated, “and you can’t take that for granted.

The most important thing is conveying the

right message and saying it over and over

again.”

Mullett said Jefferson Local’s success on

ballot issues provides not only funding for

programming but also stability and reliability

to properly plan and budget.

“New needs and requirements from the

state require districts to continually look

ahead to ensure future needs are met,” he

said. “In the end, this tremendous community

support has given our students the

quality education that our community has

come to expect and appreciate. Jefferson

Local Schools are proud of our history.”


obituaries

December 18, 2022 - MADISON MESSENGER - Page 7

MORRISON

Willia Dean Morrison, 77, of West Jefferson, Ohio,

passed away on Dec. 9, 2022. She was born on Sept. 23,

1945, to the late Frank Willard and Louise (Evans)

Grubbs.

She was preceded in death by: her parents, Frank

Willard and Louise (Evans) Grubbs; sister, Patsy (Bill)

Berkley; and grandchildren, Devin Beasley and Miranda

Williams.

On the weekends, you could find Willia out with her

daughter and granddaughter looking for bargains at the

thrift store and garage sales. She loved old westerns and

murder mysteries. She was a loving pet mom to her dog,

Lucy, and cats, Delilah and Blackie. Willia took pride

in the relationship she had with her neighbors. The

neighbors cared deeply for her and referred to her as the

neighborhood grandma.

She is survived by: her daughters, Deanna (Randy)

Otis and Samantha (Chuck) Cribbs; son, Larry

(Tammy) Williams; nine grandchildren and 10 greatgrandchildren;

and numerous other relatives and

friends who all loved her dearly.

The family would like to say a special thanks to Rebecca

Williams, Deana Harper, Danielle Olson, Samantha

Cribbs, Keegan Barber, and the wonderful staff

from Ohio Health Hospice for their loving support and

help during the past two months and for the loving care

they gave to Willia.

No formal services are scheduled at this time. Burial

of Willia’s ashes will take place at a later date at Hampton

Cemetery, West Jefferson. Please consider making

a memorial donation in Willia’s name to the Humane

Society of Madison County.

Rader-McDonald-Tidd Funeral Home assisted the family.

Please visit www.radermcdonaldtiddfuneralhome.com

to share a memory or condolences with the family.

BARNETT

James Howard Barnett, 65, of West Jefferson, Ohio,

passed away on Dec. 10, 2022. He was a member of

Trinity United Methodist Church, Lilly Chapel, Ohio, a

graduate of West High School, and a member of Carpenters

Union Local 200.

Jim was an avid hunter and enjoyed spending time

at their place in Catawba Island, Lake Erie, Ohio. He

was a member of the Central Ohio Anglers and Hunters

Club, West Jefferson. What he loved most was his family

and riding his Harley Davidson Softail.

He was preceded in death by: his parents, Ralph and

Louise Barnett; his loving wife, Pauleen Barnett (2021);

and his fur babies, Max, Rosie, and Lilly.

Jim is survived by: daughters, Angela Napper, Misty

(Mike) Roush, Jamie Barnett, and Keyaria Barnett;

brother, Michael (Diana) Barnett; sisters, Judy (Pete)

Spearing and Shirley Barbour; grandchildren, Brooklyn

Lyndsey, Maddison, Michael, Kaylee, Courtney, and

Thomas James; five great-grandchildren; and many loving

relatives, special friends, and fur babies, Buck and

Daisy.

The family received friends on Dec. 14 and held a funeral

service on Dec. 15 at Trinity United Methodist

Church, London, Ohio. Burial followed at Pleasant Hill

Cemetery, West Jefferson.

Visit www.radermcdonaldtiddfuneralhome.com to

share a favorite memory or to send condolences to the

family.

FOOTE

Bonnie Jean Foote, 78, of Plain City died on Dec. 10,

2022, in Laurels of West Columbus. Born on March 23,

1944, in Muncie, Ind., she was the daughter of B. Eugene

and Mary Ruth (May) Brown. Bonnie had worked

as an associate for Discover Card.

Survivors are: her children, John R. Foote Jr., Thom

Foote, Kristi Foote and Tami (Lisa) Puckett; and several

cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Per Bonnie’s request, visitation and funeral services

did not take place. Memorials in Bonnie’s name may be

made to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org.

The family was served by Eberle-Fisher Funeral

Home and Crematory, London. Condolences may be

shared at www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.

GREGG

Betty Louise (Smith) Gregg, 73, of London went to be

with the Lord on Dec. 10, 2022, at The Cleveland Clinic

in Cleveland, Ohio.

Born in Mechanicsburg, Ohio, on April 19, 1949, she

was a daughter of Guy W. and Martha Cleo (Mossbarger)

Smith.

Betty was a woman of strong faith and a 50-plus year

member of London Church of the Nazarene. She was a

loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother and sweet

friend to all with whom she crossed paths. She had

worked at the former Stumps, Rinks, and K-Mart stores

in London and babysat many children over the years.

She leaves behind: her daughter and son-in-law,

Brenda Lou (Gregg) and Jimmy Hollar; grandson, Jacob

Hollar; sister, Nancy (Frank) Powell; sister-in-law,

Linda Little; nieces and nephews, Marcy (Mike) Colley,

Charles Powell (Jennifer), Holly Murry, David (Julie)

Smith, Geri Smith, Dan Smith, Tony (Joelle) Gregg and

Bobby Puckett; many great-nieces, great-nephews,

cousins, and loving friends and family.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband

of 37 years, William “Bill” Ira Gregg; son, Will “Willy”

Richard Gregg; brothers and sisters, Oliver “Smitty”

Smith, Catherine “Katie” Jones and Jim Smith.

Funeral services were held on Dec. 16 at London

Church of the Nazarene with Rev. Russ Fairbanks officiating.

Interment followed in Kirkwood Cemetery, London.

Calling hours took place on Dec. 15.

Memorial contributions in Betty’s name may be

made to the American Heart Association at

www.heart.org. The family was served by Eberle-Fisher

Funeral Home and Crematory, London. Condolences for

the family may be shared at www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.

WOODFORD

John Carl Woodford, 51, of West Jefferson, Ohio,

passed away at home on Dec. 10, 2022. Born in Columbus,

Ohio, to Beverly and the late James C. Woodford,

John was a graduate of West Jefferson High School,

Class of 1989. He was employed by Olympus Communications

as their project estimator/coordinator for the

past 16 years.

He is survived by: his daughter, McKayle Woodford;

mother, Beverly Woodford; brother and sister-in-law,

Tom and Jenny Woodford; nieces, Taylor (Elliot) Taylor

and Paige Woodford; McKayle’s mother, Bridget Farley;

and many friends.

Visitation was held on Dec. 15 and the funeral service

was held on Dec. 16, both at Rader-McDonald-Tidd

Funeral Home, West Jefferson. Pastor Phil Conrad officiated

the funeral service. Burial followed at Hampton

Cemetery, West Jefferson.

Visit www.radermcdonaldtiddfuneralhome.com to

share your favorite memories and to send condolences

to the family.

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Dwyer Insurance Agency

63 N. Main Street

London, OH 43140

(740)852-0654

Dale Henry, 55, of Urbana passed

away on Friday, December 9, 2022, in Springfield

Regional Hospital.

Dale was born November 8, 1967, in London,

Ohio the son of Karen (Davis) and James Henry.

Dale was a 1986 graduate of Urbana High

School. Following graduation, Dale worked as

a truck driver throughout the years and was a

member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles #979.

In his free time, Dale was an avid Ohio State

Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns fan. Dale also

loved to play poker, go bowling, and just have

Dale is survived by his father; a daughter, Jessica (Nick) Gaugert; sons, Tyler

Henry, Matthew (Elizabeth) Henry and Wade (Sarah) Bodey; sister, Jennifer

(Steven) Rittenhouse; grandchildren, Baker and Reid Henry, Theodore

Gaugert, Kaiden, Jayce, Lyam and Jaxon Bodey; stepfather Richard Holden;

as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Dale is preceded in death by his mother, and the mother of his children, Lisa.

The family will receive friends from 4-7PM on Friday, December 16, 2022, at

VERNON FUNERAL HOME in Urbana, Ohio.

Memorial contributions may be made to either the Cancer Association of

Champaign County, PO Box 38125, Urbana, Ohio or to the Caring Kitchen,

300 Miami Street, Urbana, Ohio.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.vernonfh.com.

Eileen Gossard, age 91, passed away on Wednesday,

December 7, 2022. Eileen was born on June 21, 1931 in South Solon,

Ohio to the late Harry and Clara Theobald. She is survived by her

children, Mark (Sheryl) Gossard and Laura (Matthew) Stepp, grandchildren;

Blake (Crystal) Gossard and Benjamin (Hannah) Stepp; and

great grandchildren: Kaylyn and Roland Gossard. Eileen is preceded

in death by her loving husband of 66 years, John Robert Gossard,

and sister, Nevelyn Knisley. Eileen graduated from Stokes Township

High School and later went on to graduate Cum Laude from

Wittenberg University with a Bachelor’s in Fine Arts. She was a

member of the Delta Zeta Sorority. Eileen married John Robert

Gossard on September 20, 1953. She was employed at the Springfield

News Sun as a society editor, then later taught adult and

children's art classes in her home. She also taught a gifted art

program at Stokes Township and Midway School. Eileen was a

member of South Solon Christian Fellowship, deaconess, and a

member of the Washington Courthouse Christian Women’s Club.

A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the

family at South Solon Cemetery with Pastor John Crutchfield officiating.

Arrangements entrusted to the Ingling Williams and Lewis

Funeral Home, South Charleston. Online condolences may be expressed

to the family by visiting www.jacksonlytle.com.

www.madisonmessengernews.com/obit/html


opinions/letters


Worn ornaments are the keepers of memories

I am a hard-core, tradition-driven holiday decorator.

My love of Christmas dates back decades. Many of

the knickknacks and baubles that hung on my tree

when I was a child made the journey through time and

space to the house I now call home.

A partially burnt candle in the shape of a fireplace

and chimney, adorned with a single strand of greenery

and a tiny Merry Christmas banner, has a special place

in a hutch once owned by my grandparents. The red

brick is now faded to a light pink, but a diminutive faux

fire decal still shines brightly.

In May 2021, Messenger reporter

Dedra Cordle covered the release of

my first book, “Bixby Timmons and

the Dragonthorp Riddle.” We were

donating every dollar of the proceeds

to Hershey Medical Center (Pennsylvania)

where my daughter was

undergoing treatment for leukemia.

The good news is she is currently

cancer-free, and The Bixby Timmons

Series has started to take off.

I grew up in Madison County and

was a student at Madison-Plains

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find us on Facebook and other social

media outlets asking how they could

help support our cause because of

Dedra’s article. Because of the attention

Bixby has received, we have

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books to hospitals where students

are staying to be treated, and we

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crafted out of cotton and smaller

pinecone arms that hold a decorated

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when I was 6 years old and spent

a summer visiting Vienna with my mother. The pinecone

was plucked from a forest in Austria and, in the early

1960s when I received it, was already decades old.

Atop my tree is a celluloid Santa face mounted on an

eight-inch, round, pleated aluminum circle. It crowned

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With book two, “Bixby Timmons

and the Secrets of Shadow Deep,” released

on Nov. 29, we don’t plan on

slowing down the giving train. All

proceeds from book two will also be

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Accolades so far from book one:

• The above mentioned donations

• I have been in schools as a

guest speaker in Pennsylvania,

Ohio, California, Maryland, New

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• We have 97 of our 99 reviews on

Amazon as five stars.

• Book one caught the attention

of an NCIS television show writer

who loves the book and agreed to

write a blurb for the back dust

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my childhood Christmas trees. When I got

married in the mid-1970s, my parents

passed the beloved tree topper on to me.

Santa once had a full curly beard, but over

the years the glue holding him to the metal

circle dried and his fiberglass curls fell off.

Last year, the topper got a makeover, but

with modern materials, the beard is not as

curly and shiny as it once was.

Perched on a hutch in another room is a

sad 18-inch tree that most people–but not

me–would have tossed in the trash years

ago. Its 20 branches of a green, cellophanelike

material function as needles mounted on

thin wire branches, albeit noticeably thinner as the years move on.

A block of green painted wood serves as the base and still bears the

original Grants (a long gone store in the Great Southern Shopping

Center) price sticker—a princely $1. The sticker is a reminder of my

7-year-old self saving my chore money to buy the little tree that has

since traveled across America and the Pacific Ocean to Japan before

making it back home to Ohio for good.

Gold garland is draped around the tree in our den–one that

stands guard over our presents until Christmas Day–and is another

childhood holdover. The garland, like the little tree from

Grants, has lost a lot of its original luster. It has been cobbled back

together over the decades as the string holding it in one piece has

weakened and broke. It now sheds more than our dog, but I would

never replace the garland (nor the dog). It is too precious and, even

in its state of disrepair, I continue to see its beauty.

Shiny new ornaments, sturdy modern faux trees, and tree toppers

and garlands that don’t shed are nice, but there is nothing like

looking at their older counterparts and taking comfort in knowing

they are links to the past and keepers of memories for the future.

Linda Dillman is a Messenger staff writer.

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community calendar


Blood Drive

The American Red Cross is holding a

blood drive 12-6 p.m. Dec. 28 at Trinity

United Methodist Church, 8530 Lilly

Yuletide Greetings

We’re overflowing with gratitude for your

kind patronage and wish you all a very

merry holiday season.

ROBY’S

MEMORIAL

DESIGN AND LETTERING

67 CHERRY ST., LONDON

740-852-5674

Chapel Georgesville Rd., London (Lilly

Chapel). Blood donors will receive longsleeve

t-shirts. The church’s goal is to sign

up 30 donors. To schedule an appointment

to give blood, call 1-800-RED-CROSS or

visit redcrossblood.org.

Humane Society Bake Sale

The Humane Society of Madison County

is looking for individuals, groups, or companies

to donate items for the Society’s annual

bake sale. Baked goods can be dropped off

between 1 and 4:30 p.m. on Dec. 19-20. The

shelter is located at 2020 Plain City

Georgesville Rd. NE, West Jefferson.

The sale will be held on Dec. 23 at:

Lakeside Plaza, 3180 Old Columbus Rd.,

London, 7 a.m.-noon

Tractor Supply, 300 Lafayette St., London,

10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Tractor Supply, 5525 W. Broad St.,

Columbus, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Huntington Bank, 1 E. Main St., West

Jefferson, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fairfield Township

The Fairfield Township trustees will

meet at 8 p.m. Dec. 19 at the township hall,

9100 Big Plain-Circleville Rd. Appropriations

for 2023 will be available for public

input and, after discussion, for board approval.

Pleasant Township

The Pleasant Township trustees will

meet at 7 p.m. Dec. 19 to review the 2023

budget. The meeting will take place at the

township building 84 N. London St., Mt.

Sterling. For details, call (740) 869-3755.

Oak Run Township

The Oak Run Township trustees will meet

at 7 p.m. Dec. 19 to review the 2023 budget.

The meeting will take place at the township

building 7090 Gregg Mill Rd., London.

London Public Library

London Public Library is located at 20 E.

First St. Call (740) 852-9543 or visit

www.mylondonlibrary.org for details.

• Duck Hunt. It’s duck season in Ohio.

Visit the library to hunt for hidden rubber

ducks, while supplies last. If you find one,

you get to keep it. Limit one duck per child.

• Closed. The library will be closed Dec.

23-26 for Christmas.

• Winter Reading Challenge. Log your

reading and activities on the Beanstack app or

website to earn tickets for grand prize drawings.

Earn one ticket for every 10 hours spent

reading and every 10 physical activities completed

between Dec. 19 and Jan. 31. Earn an

extra ticket by attending any of the five library

programs listed under “Activity Badges.”

• Seed Exchange. Stop by the library to

pick up empty seed envelopes and labels.

Fill the envelopes with preserved or storebought

seeds and return them to the library

by Jan. 11. A seed exchange program will

take place on Jan. 25.

• Story Time, Toddler Time, and Kindergarten

Club. All of these programs are on

break until mid-January.

HBMLibrary

Hurt/Battelle Memorial Library, 270

Lilly Chapel Rd., West Jefferson, offers the

following activities and services. For details,

call (614) 879-8448 or visit hbmlibrary.org.

• Storytime. Wednesdays and Fridays at

10:30 a.m.

• Stories-n-more: Merry Grinchmas.

Celebrate Christmas Dr. Seuss-style at

10:30 a.m. Dec. 21.

• It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like

Christmas. The library is hosting their annual

Christmas crafting program in the center

of the library through Dec. 22 while

supplies last.


23-24 and Dec. 26 for Christmas.

• School Supply Resupply. Beginning

Jan. 3, the library will have school supplies

available during business hours to help children

prepare for the second half of the

school year.

• Warm Up West Jefferson. The library is

accepting donations of new and gently used

blankets and winter gear. The items are

available to take for anyone who needs them.

Mount Sterling Library

Mount Sterling Public Library is located

at 60 W. Columbus St. Call (740) 869-2430

or visit www.mtsterlingpubliclibrary.org.

• Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Dec. 19. (Storytime

will be on haitus in January and return

on Feb. 6.) The program is open to

children ages 3-5.

• Batters, Splatters & Platters. Registration

for the next Kids’ Cooking Club is open

through Dec. 30. This class for children ages

9-12 starts in January.

• Polar Express. A reading of “The Polar

Express” is set for 6:30 p.m. Dec. 20 in the

library’s community room. Wear your jammies

and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies. Call

the library for a reservation.

• Little Free Library Pantry. Now open,

this new addition is located outside the library.

Anyone is welcome to take or leave

books or non-perishable food items.

Plain City Library

Plain City Public Library is located at

305 W. Main St. and online at

www.plaincitylib.org. Call (614) 873-4912.

• Online storytime. Visit the library’s

YouTube channel, Facebook page or Twitter

page to join in online storytime for

preschoolers, Dec. 19 at 10:30 a.m.


24 and Dec. 26 for Christmas.

WARMEST THOUGHTS & BEST

WISHES FOR A MERRY CHRISTMAS

& A HAPPY NEW YEAR

-Becky, Jim & Kristy

Messenger

Madison



So many pancakes, so many happy, full bellies

Santa Claus may be busy preparing for the big night next

Sunday, but he made time to travel to Mount Sterling for

breakfast with the community. On Dec. 10 and Dec. 17,

Mount Sterling Masonic Lodge 269 served up pancakes,

sausage, and good cheer. Here, Mr. Claus poses for a photo

with 8-month-old Ivan Myer.

Messenger photos by Dedra Cordle

Darlene Burgett still has a smile to give despite flipping

hundreds of pancakes for Breakfast with Santa at

Mount Sterling Masonic Lodge 269. Children and

adults alike were invited to enjoy breakfast and visit St.

Nick at the lodge on Dec. 10 and Dec. 17.

Liam Trudeau, 7, is full of concentration as he makes a

card for Santa. In addition to thanking the holiday icon for

all he does, Trudeau sent a request for a new Nintendo

system and an Xbox.

The team at Merchants National Bank

wishes you peace, joy and prosperity throughout the

coming year. Thank you for your continued support

and partnership. We look forward to working with

you in the years to come. Happy Holidays!

Merchants National Bank

“A Real Community Bank”

Back row, Steve Adams, Ashley Stokes, Cassie Williams, Alexis Smith and Diana Howard

Middle row, Vicki Henry, Chelsea Caudill

Bottom row, Jodeci Hunter, Lori Fraley and Raif Weller

279 Lafayette St.

London, Ohio 43140

(740) 852-4900

www.merchantsnat.com



Veteran now a Hall of Famer

The holiday season is here, and we want to wish

our many friends and neighbors all good things

now and far in to the future.

Thank you so much for your loyal support!

WAYNE HOLLAND BUILDERS

7100 S.R. 56 SW, LONDON, OH

740-852-1070 • 740-852-0530

740-852-6446

11 E. First Street, London, OH 43140 • Office: (740) 852-OHIO (6446)

Christmas Is in the Air

Everywhere we go, it’s beginning to look a lot like

Christmas, and we can’t think of a better place to celebrate

than right here at home with all of you. Your friendship

and goodwill mean so much to us, and we feel deeply

blessed to be a part of this community.

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

BOERGER FARMS

Mike and Pam Boerger Family

Mechanicsburg, OH

James “Jim” W. Davis of the Mount Sterling area was among the

20 honorees inducted into the 2022 class of the Ohio Veterans Hall

of Fame.

The induction ceremony took place on Nov. 29 at the Ohio State

University Fawcett Center in Columbus. The Ohio Department of

Veterans Services, Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame Committee, and

Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame Foundation host the annual event.

Former Gov. George Voinovich established the Ohio Veterans

Hall of Fame in 1992 to recognize the outstanding professional

achievement, service to community, and selfless acts of veterans following

their military service.

Davis, 74, is a veteran of the United States Air Force. After serving

four years in the Titan II Nuclear Weapon Systems and earning

two bachelor’s degrees and a master’s degree (all summa cum laude)

in eight years on the GI Bill with no debt, he began his career with

the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Davis served as national assistant chief of Specially Adapted

Housing in Washington, D.C., assisting more than 1,500 disabled veterans

annually with preparing their homes for complete accessibility.

Later promoted to VA loan guaranty officer in Los Angeles, he

managed one-eighth of all veteran services nationally by processing

James “Jim” W. Davis (second from left) was recently inducted

into the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame. Joining him at the induction

ceremony are members of his family: (from left) son Brian, (Jim),

wife Mabel, and sons Paul and William.

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As Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (right) looks

on, Mount Sterling area resident James

“Jim” W. Davis is inducted into the Ohio

Veterans Hall of Fame.

up to 800 appraisals and 200 GI loans daily,

paying claims of $3.6 million weekly, and

servicing up to 15,000 defaulted loans while

controlling a property management inventory

of 4,500 repossessed properties. He

helped return $300 million by auctioning occupied

repossessed properties and created

Uniform Underwriting Guidelines, earning

the division its first Superior Performance

Award. Davis also served as acting director

and earned two Director’s National Service

awards.

After the VA, Davis provided appraisal

services in Las Vegas. Later, back in Ohio

in 1989, he found his true calling, founding

BestPathFoundation.com as a life and career

coach, helping hundreds of veterans

and others to find their purpose and success.

Davis lives out his faith through ministry

and missions (245 trips in 26 years)

helping others at home and abroad. He also

has donated 36 gallons of whole blood to the

Red Cross (290 pints, saving 870 lives) over

55 years.

Davis is known for his remarkable character

and his willingness and ability to

transform lives.

The Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame Class of

2022 honorees were chosen from among 87

nominations. The inductees, who range in

age from 39 to 86, span 15 Ohio counties

and four major branches of the United

States Armed Forces—the Army, Navy, Air

Force, and Marines. This year’s class joins

934 Ohio veterans who have been inducted

since the Hall of Fame’s inception and represent

all eras, branches, and walks of life.

Charter members of the Hall’s Class of

1992 included the six Ohio military veterans

who were elected president of the

United States and all Medal of Honor recipients

from Ohio. Over the years, honorees

have included astronauts, volunteers, community

leaders, safety officers, veteran advocates,

and former government officials.


Aspiring Artist Award

Madison County high school seniors are

invited to enter the annual Kurt Lattimer

Aspiring Artist Award contest. Prizes include

$500 for first place in each of three

categories and $1,000 for best of show.

Entries must be submitted by 12 p.m.

Jan. 21 at First United Methodist Church,

52 N. Main St., London, OH 43140. Visit aspiringartistaward.com

for details. The contest

is open to seniors in public school,

learning online, or homeschooled.

Winners will be announced and all entries

will be displayed on Jan. 22 at the

church during the Young Artist Showcase.

The art then will be displayed at London

City Hall in the month of February.


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Dance proceeds donated

On Dec. 13, the village of West Jefferson donated the proceeds from its Snowflake

Dance, held Dec. 9 at the West Jefferson Community Center, to West Jefferson Adopt-A-

Family. Adopt-A-Family will put the $1,195 donation toward making Christmas brighter

for local families in need. Several village employees and the Adopt-A-Family coordinator

were on hand for the presentation: (front row, from left) Rebecca Arnott, finance director;

Amanda Adkins, recreation and special events assistant; Mayor Ray Martin; Dee Jones

Adopt-A-Family coordinator; John Mitchell, public service director; (back row) Santa;

and Shelton Stanley, recreation and special events manager.

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Laughing and dancing night away in West Jeff

West Jefferson Ox Roast Coordinator A.J. Hymiller presents

a door prize and goody bag to Helen Haenszel at the 58th

Annual Senior Citizens Christmas Party hosted by the West

Jefferson Community Association on Dec. 8 at West Jefferson

High School. More than 180 senior citizens were treated

to dinner, entertainment and gifts.

Messenger photos by Jeff Pfeil

Donna Toy dances with Santa while the West Jefferson

High School jazz band plays Christmas music.

A new addition to West Jefferson’s Senior Citizens Christmas

party this year was the naming of a queen and king.

The inaugural honorees were Betty Rankin and Steven

Dragoo. They were chosen by drawing names out of the

list of this year’s attendees.

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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.

• Dec. 20—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

• Dec. 21—10 a.m.-3 p.m., sewing for adults

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.—senior lunch program for ages 60 and older,

RSVP at (740) 869-2453

5-6 p.m., all-level yoga ($10 per class)

7:30-9 p.m.—adult open volleyball

• Dec. 24-Jan. 2–Closed. Special evening

activities (open gym, boot camp, yoga) and

sewing will be left up to the discretion of the

group leaders.

• Produce Markets—second and fourth

Tuesdays of every month.


Madison County Senior Center closed for holidays

The Madison County Senior Citizens Center, 280 W. High St.,

London, is closed for activities the week of Dec. 19 and will reopen

on Dec. 27. For details, call (740) 852-3001.

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Something on your mind?

Duffey named Friend of Townships

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Breakfast

Mon.-Thurs.

7:30am-10am

Each year during their Christmas party,

the Madison County Township Association

presents the Friend of the Township Association

Award. This year’s honoree is Debbie

Duffey. The party and presentation took

With Thanks

For Your Business

Wishing you and

your family a very

Merry Christmas

and a

Happy New Year!

place on Dec. 12.

Debbie was raised in Madison County

and graduated from London High School.

During her senior year, she started working

at Central National Bank, later known as

Huntington National Bank. In 1977, she

went to work in the Madison County Auditor’s

Office. During her employment with the

auditor’s office, she worked for three different

auditors: Max Weimer, Jim Williamson,

and current auditor, Jennifer Hunter.

Debbie and her husband, Scott Duffey,

have been married for more than 48 years.

They have two children and six grandchildren.

Debbie took a short hiatus from the

auditor’s office to raise their children to

school age, then went back to work. She was

employed at the auditor’s office for 35 years.

Over the course of her career, Debbie saw

many changes and upgrades to the auditor’s

office. When she first arrived, the staff was

hand-typing all budgetary checks and calculating

the disbursement of real estate taxes

with a 10-key calculator. Those tasks went

from taking days and weeks to hours. Debbie

also saw the transition from hand-drawn

property records to computerized records

using geographic information system (GIS)

technology and aerial photography.

Debbie handled just about every job at

the auditor’s office, from payroll and budgetary

duties to real estate and dog tags. In

2002, she became chief deputy auditor. She

retired in May 2021 and enjoys spending

time with her grandchildren, camping, and

reading.

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Debbie Duffey (second from right) accepts the Friends of the Township Association

Award at the Madison County Township Association’s Christmas party. Making the presentation

are association representatives: (from left) Erin Morris, secretary/treasurer;

Mike Sullivan, vice president; Rob Turvy, president; and Steve Denes, executive committee

member.


Rotary Student of the Month: London

Joyful and one-of-a-kind

The London Rotary Club is pleased to

honor senior Samuel Homan as London

High School’s December Student of the

Month.

Students of the month are selected by

school administrators based on their academic

and extracurricular achievement

and positive character.

Sam has a 4.121 grade point average, is

ranked sixth in his class, and states his favorite

class is art or band. Sam is on the

Merit Honor Roll. He is a five-year member

of the high school band and has been involved

in theater the past four years. He is a

four-year member of the London Winter

Guard and a two-year member of the London Gaming Club.

When asked to name a school staff person who inspires

him, Sam named high school Spanish teacher

Janelle Varveris.

“Ms. Varveris always does what she can to be a positive

and fun person, and I respect that,” he said.

Samuel Homan

About Sam, Varveris said, “Sam is a

one-of-a-kind person and student. He

brings joy to every situation he is in, smiling

all along the way. I have known him

for six years beginning in middle school.

He has been active in the performing arts

for as long as I have known him, starting

with the middle school musical, ‘Legally

Blonde,’ back in 2017.

“He is unapologetically himself and a

hardworking student. I am so happy Sam

was selected as December’s London Rotary

Student of the Month. Proud of you!”

Sam plans to attend a four-year university

to study art and theatre. He is the son

of Marv and Jodi Homan of London.

The London Rotary Club has a proud history dating

back to 1929. It is a member of Rotary International, a

volunteer organization of 1.2 million businesses and

professional leaders united worldwide to provide humanitarian

service and help build good will and peace.

Rotary Student of the Month: Madison-Plains

Full of kindess and light

The London Rotary Club is pleased to

uously supports my current and future academic

endeavors,” Lindsey said.

honor senior Lindsey Call as Madison-

Plains High School’s December Student of

Regarding Lindsey, Niese said, “In all

the Month.

the years that I have known Lindsey, she

Students of the month are selected by

has consistently lit up my room with her

school administrators based on their academic

and extracurricular achievement

learn. I believe she is an exemplary stu-

genuine compassion and curiosity to

and positive character.

dent and someone whom her peers can

Lindsey has a 4.11 grade point average

look up to. She truly is a bright light

and is ranked fourth in her class. Her favorite

course is anatomy and physiology.

graduating soon is bittersweet. Bitter be-

within our district, and knowing she is

She is a three-year member of National

cause I will miss her perspective within

Honor Society. She has played basketball

the classroom, but also sweet because I

all four years of high school and is captain

know Lindsey will be out in the world

of the varsity team this year.

Lindsey Call

sharing her kindness and her light.”

Lindsey has been in FFA throughout high school. As After graduation, Lindsey plans to attend The Ohio

a freshman, she placed fifth in the state in the Greenhand

Quiz Bowl. As a junior, she placed 40th in the state on her BSN degree and later continue her education to

State University or the University of Cincinnati to work

in equine judging. That same year, she served as chapter

reporter. This year, Lindsey is the chapter president. Lindsey is the daughter of Daniel and Rena Call.

earn a nurse practitioner degree.

When asked to name a Madison-Plains staff member The London Rotary Club has a proud history dating

who inspires her, Lindsey chose Molly Niese, anatomy back to 1929. It is a member of Rotary International, a

and physiology teacher.

volunteer organization of 1.2 million businesses and

“Miss Niese is my inspiration because she is always professional leaders united worldwide to provide humanitarian

service and help build good will and encouraging me to think outside of the box and contin-

peace.

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that 60 fire fighters from 11 departments responded to

the scene, along with the Madison County Sheriff’s Office

and the Union County Emergency Management

Agency. In addition to Pleasant Valley, the following

fire departments who provided aid included: Washington

Township, Norwich Township, Central Townships,

Jerome Township, Jefferson Township, Pleasant Township,

Prairie Township, Union Township, Marysville,

and Columbus.

The press release states the lack of a nearby municipal

water system hindered the operations: “Because of

the lack of fire hydrants, 10 trucks designed to carry

water for fire fighting were utilized throughout the incident.”

The cause of the fire is under investigation by Pleasant

Valley Fire District.

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ird most food collected

Farm Credit Mid-America

and Rural 1st recently announced

the winners of the second

installment of the Fight

the Hunger, Stock the Trailer

Contest. Junior county fair

boards from 55 Ohio counties

gathered 169,456 pounds of

food for 73 food banks over the

course of fair season. The Fight

the Hunger, Stock the Trailer

Contest is hosted on a regional

basis. Award money goes directly

to Junior Fair activities.

In the South Ohio Region,

junior fair boards from Adams,

Brown, Clermont, Clinton,

Fayette, Franklin, Highland,

Madison, Pickaway, Pike,

Ross, and Scioto counties collected

food during their respective

fairs. This year, Highland

County came in first place, collecting

11,180 pounds of food.

Adams County placed second

with 8,761 pounds of food, and

Madison County placed third

with 7,676 pounds of food.

“Fight Hunger, Stock the

Trailer has grown remarkably in its second year,” says Rudi Pitzer-

Perry, regional vice president of agricultural lending for Farm

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-Kronk & Skaggs

David Covert hands a pack of bottled water to Kaci Daily, a London FFA member,

during this year’s Madison County Fair. The Madison County Junior Fair

Board participated in the “Fight Hunger, Stock the Trailer” initiative sponsored

by Farm Credit Mid-America and Rural 1st. Of the 12 counties in their region,

the Madison County group collected the third most pounds of food.

Lilly Chapel

Lilly Chapel

West Jefferson

-West Jefferson

Hardware

- Anders and

Associates

Credit Mid-America. “That growth has not

only come from the expansion of the contest

to more areas of Ohio but also due to the enthusiasm

our team members, youth leaders

and fair goers have demonstrated over the

past few months.”

Junior fair boards participating in Fight

the Hunger, Stock the Trailer were encouraged

to get creative with their food drives.

“It has been incredibly inspiring and exciting

to see how youth leaders used their

creativity,” says Amanda Lovedahl, an associate

financial officer for Farm Credit

Mid-America and one of the team members

who leads the Fight Hunger, Stock the

Trailer initiative. “The contest encourages

competitors to come up with fun ways to engage

their communities and drive donations.”

Prizes include a $500 award for each

county fair that participates, followed by a

$5,000 donation to the fair that raises the

most food, $3,500 for second place and

$1,500 for third place within each respective

region. In total, Farm Credit Mid-America

and Rural 1st awarded more than $60,000

to junior fairs.

Seeking performers

for youth showcase

The Madison County Arts Council’s annual

Young Artist Showcase is set for 3 p.m.

Jan. 22, 2023, at First United Methodist

Church, London. All school-age vocalists

and instrumentalists who reside in Madison

County are welcome to participate. Contact

Valerie Peart at valpeart@sbcglobal.net by

Jan. 6 to be added to the program.

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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS

MADISON COUNTY, OHIO

CASE NO. CVH 20220167

BANK OF AMERICA N.A. , PLAINTIFF

vs.

AGENCY MANAGEMENT, INC., DEFENDANT

Agency Management, Inc., whose last known address was 3220 Creston Court, Columbus, Ohio

43017; but whose present place of business is unknown, will take notice on September 1, 2022,

Bank of America, N.A. filed its Complaint in Case No. CVH 20220167, in the Court of Common Pleas

Madison County, Ohio alleging that Defendant, Agency Management, Inc., has or claims to have

an interest in the mortgage recorded with the Madison County Recorder’s Office as Volume 319,

Page 0106-0111, on December 15, 1993, involving the real estate described as follows: Situated

in the State of Ohio, County of Madison, and in the City of West Jefferson, and being Lot No. 326

of Westwood Estates Section #3, as the same is numbered and delineated upon the recorded plat

thereof, of record in Plat Book 2, Page(s) 12-15, Madison County Recorder. Permanent Parcel No.

10-01612.000.

Property Address: 885 Crescent Drive, West Jefferson, Ohio 43162.

The Petitioner further alleges that the assignment of mortgage from the Defendant Agency

Management, Inc. to First Security Savings Bank was never recorded, the mortgagor has satisfied

the debt associated with the mortgage and the Plaintiff is unable to record a satisfaction of

mortgage.

The Petitioner prays that the assignment of the original Mortgage from Agency Management, Inc.

to First Security Savings Bank be valid, enforceable and properly assigned to Bank of America N.A.;

that said Mortgage has been fully paid, is no longer an encumbrance on the Property and is

declared satisfied of record; and an order requiring the County Recorder of Madison County to

record said Judgment Entry in the public records as full and final release of the mortgage filed as

Volume 319, Page 0106-0111, on December 15, 1993; and for such other further relief as is just

and equitable.

DEFENDANT NAMED ABOVE IS REQUIRED TO ANSWER ON OR BEFORE THE 18th DAY OF DECEMBER,

2022.

BY: CASEY P. O’BRIEN [#0072378]

IBOLD & O'BRIEN

401 South Street, Chardon, OH 44024

(440) 285-3511

casey@iboldobrien.com

Attorney for Plaintiff

MM NOVEMBER 13, 20, 27 & DECEMBER 4, 11, 18, 2022

Madison County Board of Health

adopted local fees for environmental

health programs, including private

water systems, household sewage

treatment systems, tattoo or body

piercing services, pools and spas, RV

parks and campgrounds, food service

operations, and retail food establishments,

as required under ORC sections

3709.09, 3701.344, 3717.25, 3717.45,

3718.06, 3729.07, 3730.03, and 3749.04

at their December 12, 2022 meeting.

The notice can be viewed online at:

http://madisonph.org/eh

MM DECEMBER 18 & 25, 2022

MM2022497

MM2022455

LEGAL NOTICE

To Amber Strong, lately of 9120 West Broad

Street, Lot 14, Galloway, Ohio 43119 and all

unknown heirs, legatees, agents, beneficiaries

and all interested parties related to Amber

Strong, holder of title to the mobile home

thereon, which is in legal process in the

Madsion County of Common Pleas, 1 N. Main

Street, London Ohio 43140.

You are hereby notified that the title will be

transferred to Jennifer Flowers and Kenneth

Meyer without objection being made to the

Court.

To request information, please contact the

Madison County Clerk of Courts or attorney

Elizabeth J. Birch at 485 Metro Place South, Suite

220, Dublin Ohio 43017, 614-764-1444.

MM NOV. 20, 27 DEC. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2022

MM2022457

NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS

December 18, 2022

Madison County Board of Commissioners

Madison County Courthouse, 1 N. Main Street

London, OH 43140

740-852-2972

To All Interested Agencies, Groups, and Individuals:

On or about, but not before, December 27, 2022, Madison County will submit a request to the State of Ohio

for the release of Federal funds under Section 104 (g) of Title I of the Housing and Community Development

Act of 1974, as amended; Section 288 of Title II of the Cranston Gonzales National Affordable Housing Act

(NAHA), as amended; and/or Title IV of the Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act, as amended; to be

used for the following project(s):

Project Name: Madison County PY 2022 CDBG London Neighborhood Revitalization Program

Source of Federal Funds: CDBG funds

Description of the Project: Replace 10 fire hydrants areawide; install 1,190 LF of storm drainage, 7 catch

basins and 3 manholes areawide; reline 1,800 LF of the Olive Street sanitary sewer; and install a playground,

shelter house & lighting at Toland Park

Single or Multi-Year Project: Single

Location: London, Ohio Third Ward

Estimated Cost of Project: $752,800

Project Name: Madison County PY 2022 CDBG Program


Description of the Project: Replace the rubber surface at the playground for HCAP children ages 3-5 years


Location: Madison County DD Board, London, Ohio

Estimated Cost of Project: $61,400

The activities proposed are categorically excluded under U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

(HUD) regulations at 24 CFR Part 58 from National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements. An Environmental

Review Record (ERR) that documents the environmental determinations for the project(s) is available

for review in the Madison County Commissioners’ Office, Madison County Courthouse, 1 N. Main Street, London,

Ohio. The ERR may also be provided upon request electronically via email. Please submit your request

by U.S. mail to Madison County Commissioners, Madison County Courthouse, 1 N. Main Street, London, Ohio,

43140, or by email to sissy.wiseman@madison.oh.gov.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to Madison County by U.S. mail

or email at the address above. All comments received before Close of Business (4:00 pm) on December 26,

2022 will be considered by Madison County prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds.

ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION

Madison County certifies to the State of Ohio that Christopher Wallace, in his capacity as President of Madison

County Commissioners, consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce

responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been

satisfied. The State of Ohio’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related

laws and authorities and allows Madison County to use Program funds.

OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS

The State of Ohio will accept objections to its release of funds and Madison County certification for a period

of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later)

only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer

of Madison County; (b) Madison County has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by

HUD regulations at 24 CFR part 58; (c) the grant recipient or other participants in the development process

have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval

of a release of funds by the State of Ohio; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part

1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental

quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part

58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to Ohio Development Services Agency, Office of Community Development

at OCD@development.ohio.gov. Potential objectors should contact the State of Ohio to verify the actual

last day of the objection period.

The address of the certifying officer is:

Christopher Wallace, President


Madison County Court House, P.O. Box 618

London, OH 43140

MM DECEMBER 18, 2022

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NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNFICANT IMPACT AND

NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS

December 18, 2022


Madison County Courthouse, 1 N. Main Street

London, OH 43140

740-852-2972

To All Interested Agencies, Groups, and Individuals:

These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken

by Madison County.

REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS

On or about, but not before, January 6, 2023, Madison County will submit a request to the State of Ohio for

the release of Federal funds under Section 104 (g) of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act

of 1974, as amended; Section 288 of Title II of the Cranston Gonzales National Affordable Housing Act (NAHA),

as amended; and/or Title IV of the Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act, as amended; to be used for

the following project(s):

Project Name: Madison County PY 2022 CDBG Program


Description of the Project: Install 2,750 LF of storm drainage, 14 catch basins and 2 manholes village wide


Location: Midway, Ohio

Estimated Cost of Project: $406,300 in CDBG Critical Infrastructure funds & $21,800 in CDBG Allocation funds

FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

Madison County has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment.

Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA)

is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) which

is available for review in the Madison County Commissioners’ Office, Madison County Courthouse, 1 N. Main

Street, London, Ohio. The ERR may also be provided upon request electronically via email. Please submit your

request by U.S. mail to the address above or by email to sissy.wiseman@madison.oh.gov.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to Madison County by U.S. mail

or email at the addresses above. All comments received before Close of Business (4:00 pm) on January 5, 2023

will be considered by Madison County prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds.

Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing.

Madison County CDBG Program

Environmental Review Record

ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION

Madison County certifies to the State of Ohio that Christopher Wallace, in his capacity as President of the

Madison County Commissioners, consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is

brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities

have been satisfied. The State of Ohio’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under

NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows Madison County to use Program funds.

OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS

The State of Ohio will accept objections to its release of funds and Madison County’s certification for a period

of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later)

only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer

of Madison County; (b) Madison County has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by

HUD regulations at 24 CFR part 58; (c) the grant recipient or other participants in the development process

have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before

approval of a release of funds by the State of Ohio; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR

Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental

quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24

CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to Ohio Development Services Agency, Office of Community

Development at OCD@development.ohio.gov. Potential objectors should contact the State of Ohio to verify

the actual last day of the objection period.

The address of the certifying officer is:

Christopher A. Wallace, President


Madison County Court House, P.O. Box 618

London, OH 43140


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PROBATE COURT OF


CHRISTOPHER J. BROWN,

JUDGE

IN RE: CHANGE OF NAME

OF

Claire Kristine Anderson

to

Claire Kristine Adler

Case No. 20226050

NOTICE OF HEARING ON

CHANGE OF NAME

[R.C. 2717.01]

Applicant hereby gives notice to all

interested persons that the applicant

has filed an Application for

Change of Name in the Probate

Court of Madison County, Ohio,

requesting the change of name of

Claire Kristine Anderson to Claire

Kristine Adler. The hearing on the

application will be held on the 19th

day of January, 2023, at 2:30 o’clock

P.M. in the Probate Court of

Madison County, located at 1

North Main Street, London, Ohio

43140.

DECEMBER 18, 2022

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SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

OHIO REVISED CODE, SEC. 2329.26

THE STATE OF OHIO, MADISON COUNTY

Union Home Mortgage Corp., Plaintiff

vs.

Jenny J. Ward et. al., Defendant

Case No. CVE20190157

Parcel No. 31-02808.000

Address: 86 Arlington Ave., London, OH 43140

In pursurance of an order of sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public online

auction, at https://madison.sheriffsaleauction.ohio.gov. The above named property was

appraised at $110,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount on Friday,

13th day of January, 2023, at 10:00 o’clock a.m. If no bids at that time, the property will be offered

up again on Friday, 27th day of January, 2023. There will be no minimum bid for the second sale.

Any additional costs and taxes owed for the action that are not covered by the sale, will be collected

within 30 days of the confirmation from the purchaser. However, the Plaintiff has the right

to redeem the property within 14 days of the sale by paying the full purchase price to the clerk

of courts, and will be considered the successful purchaser of the sale.

The complete legal description can be found in the office of the Madison County Recorder, in

the Madison County Courthouse located at 1 N. Main Street, London, OH 43140.

Being the same property conveyed by deed recorded in volume 318, page 704 of the Madison

County Ohio Records.

Last known owner: Jenny J. Ward et. al

Said premises located at: 86 Arlington Ave., London, OH 43140

All properties sold at Sheriff’s Sale are on an “as-is” basis and have no warranty or guarantee. The

appraisal may or may not have been an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff nor

the appraisers are liable for the condition of the property that was appraised.

Terms of Sale: $5,000.00 will be due the day of the sale, balance due within 30 days of

confirmation.

Additional fees to be paid to the Sheriff, include, transfer tax & conveyance fees which will be

added to the balance due. All funds paid to the Sheriff must be in cash or certified check.

Delinquent taxes will be paid by the plaintiff, current taxes prorated to the purchaser to the date

of the auction. The purchaser assumes all taxes from the date of the auction. The purchaser shall

be responsible for those costs, allowances, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient

to cover.

John R. Swaney, Sheriff

Tina J. Sabin, Deputy

Madison County, Ohio

Manley Deas Kochalski LLC, Attorney

P.O. Box 165028, Columbus, OH 43216-5028

MM DECEMBER 18, 25, 2022 & January 1, 2023



PROBATE DIVISION, JUVENILE COURT

Case No. 22230027

Summons By Publication

In the Matter of

By N (M)

Alleged Dependent Child

To: Sarah Nolan, LKA, 307 Bowman Ct. Apt. A, London, OH 43140

Putative Father, address unknown

A complaint has been filed in this Court by the State of Ohio/

Madison County Children Services, alleging dependency of By N

(M), DOB 12/05/2022, pursuant to O.R.C. 2151.04. A pretrial hearing

has been scheduled at the Madison County Juvenile Court, 1

North Main Street, London, OH 43140, on Monday, January 9,

2023, at 2:00 p.m., and for adjudication hearing on Wednesday,

January 18, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., and at the call of the Court thereafter.

You are indicated as being the parent(s) of said minor child and

notice of said complaint is hereby provided in accordance with

the law and the provisions of RULE 16, Rules of Juvenile

Procedure. If a party is indigent, the Court will appoint counsel to

provide representation upon request. If you believe that you

qualify, contact the Court at (740) 852-0760.

CHRISTOPHER J. BROWN

Juvenile Judge



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MM2022488



PROBATE DIVISION, JUVENILE COURT

Case No. 22130015 & 22120069

Summons By Publication

In the Matter of

Kyh W (F) & Kh W (F)

Dependent Children

To: Brandi Washington, LKA - 1573 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus, OH 43205

Noel Lamar Harris, LKA - 1573 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus, OH 43205

A complaint has been filed in this Court by the State of Ohio/

Madison County Children Services, requesting permanent

custody of Kyh W (F), DOB 07/22/2010 & Kh W (F), DOB

05/23/2008, pursuant to O.R.C. O.R.C 2151.414. A hearing has

been scheduled at the Madison County Juvenile Court, 1 North

Main Street, London, OH 43140, on Friday, February 17, 2023, at

10:00 a.m., and at the call of the Court thereafter.

You are indicated as being the parents of said minor children and

notice of said complaint is hereby provided in accordance with

the law and the provisions of RULE 16, Rules of Juvenile

Procedure. If a party is indigent, the Court will appoint counsel to

provide representation upon request. If you believe that you

qualify, contact the Court at (740) 852-0760.

CHRISTOPHER J. BROWN

Juvenile Judge



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December 18, 2022 - MADISON MESSENGER - PAGE 23

xLegal Notices

SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

OHIO REVISED CODE, SEC. 2329.26

THE STATE OF OHIO, MADISON COUNTY

Scott B. Boyer, Plaintiff

vs.

Bertha Shumaker et. al., Defendant

Case No. CVH20220022

Parcel No. 28-00050.000

Address: 12775 Gordin St., South Solon, OH 43153

In pursurance of an order of sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public online

auction, at https://madison.sheriffsaleauction.ohio.gov. The above named property was

appraised at $95,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount on Friday,

13th day of January, 2023, at 10:00 o’clock a.m. If no bids at that time, the property will be offered

up again on Friday, 27th day of January, 2023. There will be no minimum bid for the second sale.

Any additional costs and taxes owed for the action that are not covered by the sale, will be collected

within 30 days of the confirmation from the purchaser. However, the Plaintiff has the right

to redeem the property within 14 days of the sale by paying the full purchase price to the clerk

of courts, and will be considered the successful purchaser of the sale.

The complete legal description can be found in the office of the Madison County Recorder, in

the Madison County Courthouse located at 1 N. Main Street, London, OH 43140.

Being the same property conveyed by deed recorded in volume 380, page 2207 of the Madison

County Ohio Records.

Last known owner: Scott B. Boyer & Bertha Shumaker

Said premises located at: 12775 Gordin St., South Solon, OH 45153

All properties sold at Sheriff’s Sale are on an “as-is” basis and have no warranty or guarantee. The

appraisal may or may not have been an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff nor

the appraisers are liable for the condition of the property that was appraised.

Terms of Sale: $5,000.00 will be due the day of the sale, balance due within 30 days of

confirmation.

Additional fees to be paid to the Sheriff, include, transfer tax & conveyance fees which will be

added to the balance due. All funds paid to the Sheriff must be in cash or certified check.

Delinquent taxes will be paid by the plaintiff, current taxes prorated to the purchaser to the date

of the auction. The purchaser assumes all taxes from the date of the auction. The purchaser shall

be responsible for those costs, allowances, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient

to cover.

John R. Swaney, Sheriff

Tina J. Sabin, Deputy


Aaron Miller

117 W. High St., Ste. 105, London, OH 43140

MM DECEMBER 18, 25, 2022 & JANUARY 1, 2023

MM2022489

Public Notice

Notice is hereby given that a

Final Hearing regarding the

establishment of the

Mid-Ohio Water and Sewer District

will be held before the

Honorable Judge Eamon Costello,

Court of Common Pleas

of Madison County, Ohio and the

Honorable Judge Don W. Fraser,


of Union County, Ohio,

on the 5th day of January, 2023

at 11:00 a.m. at the


of Madison County, Ohio.

MM DEC. 4, 11, 18 & 24, 2022

MM2022480

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Sale of Real Estate

Madison County

Foreclosure Auction

Case# CVE20220090

PNC Bank, National Association

vs

Michael Richards, et al.

The description of the property to be sold is as follows:

Property Address:

10899 Danville Rd., London, Madion, Ohio, 43140

Legal Description:

Full Legal Listed on Public Website; Parcel Number:

2100163330

Bidding will be available only on www.Auction.com

opening on 1/03/2023 at 10:00 a.m. for a minimum of

7 days.

Property may be sold on a provisional sale date should

the third party purchaser fail to provide their deposit

within the allotted time.

Provisional Sale Date: 01/17/2023 at 10:00 a.m.

Sales subject to cancellation. The deposit required is

$5000.00 to be paid by wire transfer within 2 hours of

the sale ending. No cash is permitted.

Purchaser shall be responsible for those costs,

allowances, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are

insufficient to cover.

To view all sale details and terms for this property visit

www.Auction.com and enter the Search Code:

CVE20220090 into the search bar.

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Final Notice and Public Explanation of a Proposed

Activity in a 100-Year/500-year Floodplain or Wetland

December 18, 2022


1 N. Main Street

London, Ohio 43140

740-852-2972

To: All interested Agencies, Groups and Individuals

This is to give notice that the Madison County has conducted an evaluation of

the following proposed action as required by Executive Order 11988 (Floodplain

Management) and 11990 (Protection of Wetlands), in accordance with HUD regulations

at 24 CFR 55.20 Subpart C Procedures for Making Determinations on

Floodplain Management and Wetlands Protection.

Project Name: Madison County CDBG Program London

Neighborhood Revitalization Program

Source of Federal Funds: CDBG Funds

Location: Third Ward, London, Ohio

Project Description: Replace two fire hydrants, install a playground in Toland

Park, and install 200 LF of storm sewer along S. Madison Road.

The total acreage is ~ 2 acres, with 1/2 acre of flood plain

Madison County has considered the following alternatives and mitigation measures

to be taken to minimize adverse impacts and to restore and preserve natural

and beneficial values:

• The project will take place in a small portion of the flood plain;

• The project has been designed to direct runoff into the city storm water

sytem, and control methods will be employed to minimize erosion, mass

wasting, and sedimentation;

• The County will comply with all applicable state and local floodplain/wetland

protection procedures

Madison County has reevaluated the alternatives to building near the floodplain/wetland

and has determined that it has no practicable alternative. Project

information and environmental records that document compliance with steps

3 through 6 of Executive Order 11988 (Floodplain Management) and/or 11990

(Protection of Wetlands) may be obtained by contacting at the Madison County

Commissioners, 1 N. Main Street, Madison, OH 43140, or by email at sissy.wiseman@madison.oh.gov.

Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments for consideration

to the Madison County by U.S. mail or email at the addresses above before

December 26, 2022, which is at least 7 days after the publication of this notice.


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The Village of

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will hold a Public Hearing on

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AT&T Mobility, LLC is proposing to construct an approximate 255-foot

(265-foot overall height) self-supporting lattice telecommunications tower located near

15632 OH-56, Mount Sterling, Madison County, Ohio 43143 (N39° 42' 51.0" and W83° 15'

13.4"). The tower is anticipated to utilize FAA Style E (dual medium intensity) lighting. AT&T

Mobility, LLC invites comments from any interested party on the impact the proposed

undertaking may have on any districts, sites, buildings, structures, or objects significant

in American history, archaeology, engineering, or culture that are listed or determined

eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places under National Historic Preservation

Act Section 106. Parties interested in commenting on this Federal undertaking or

with questions on the proposed facility should contact Impact7G, Inc. at 8951 Windsor

Parkway, Johnston, IA 50131 or call 515-473-6256 and reference project #CS 578. Comments

must be received within 30 days of the date of this notice.

Interested persons may review the application for the project at www.fcc.gov/asr/

applications by entering Antenna Structure Registration (Form 854) File No. A1233145

and may raise environmental concerns about the project under the National Environmental

Policy Act rules of the Federal Communications Commission, 47 CFR §1.1307, by notifying

the FCC of the specific reasons that the action may have a significant impact on the

quality of the human environment.

Requests for Environmental Review must be filed within 30 days of the date that notice of

the project is published on the FCC’s website and may only raise environmental concerns.

The FCC strongly encourages interested parties to file Requests for Environmental Review

online at www.fcc.gov/asr/environmentalrequest, but they may be filed with a paper copy

by mailing the Request to

FCC Requests for Environmental Review

Attn: Ramon Williams,

445 12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554.

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Johnston, IA 50131. CS 578/JC.

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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: www.londonohio.gov

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Sale of Real Estate

Madison County

Foreclosure Auction

Case# CV20220120

Ruoff Mortgage Company, Inc.

vs

Ryan M. Ferguson, et al.

The description of the property to be sold is as follows:

Property Address:

206 South Oak Street, London, OH 43140

Legal Description:

Full Legal Listed on Public Website; Parcel Number:

31-00702.000

Bidding will be available only on www.Auction.com

opening on 12/27/2022 at 10:00 a.m. for a minimum

of 7 days.

Property may be sold on a provisional sale date should

the third party purchaser fail to provide their deposit

within the allotted time.

Provisional Sale Date: 01/01/2023 at 10:00 a.m.

Sales subject to cancellation. The deposit required is

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Pastor Thad Gifford

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London, OH

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Pastor Gerald Poff

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180 W. Center St., London, OH

740-852-0471 Rev. Stanley

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Rev. Dave Leckrone

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530 West Jefferson Kiousville Rd.

West Jefferson, OH 43162

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8530 Lilly Chapel-Georgesville, OH

614-879-8007

Pastor Tim Rash Jr.

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Rev. Melvyn D. Huguely

Rev. Sandie Cunningham, Assoc. Pastor

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614-879-5423 Pastor Bob Steinbrecher

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Christmas Morning Service 10:30 am

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1525 Old Xenia Rd SE, London, OH

740-852-0105

Rev. Thomas Gardner

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30 East Columbus St.

Mt. Sterling, OH 43143

Pastor Dan Shipley

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226 N. Market St., Mt. Sterling, OH

740-869-3127

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Father George Glazier

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4453 Big Plain Circleville Rd.

London, OH 43140

740-604-0432

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Worship.................................................... 11:00 am

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130 Plain City-Georgesville Rd.

West Jefferson, OH

Rev. Jerry Newman

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61 S. Union St., London, OH

740-852-0942 www.stpatricklondon.org

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WEST JEFFERSON

686 West Jefferson-Kiousville Rd.

West Jefferson, OH

Pastor Darrel Schick

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211 Garfield Ave., London, OH 740-852-1215

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Desiree Youngblood, Pastor

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Worship ................................................... 10:00 am

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