Madison Messenger - February 26th, 2023

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February 26, 2023 www.columbusmessenger.com Vol. XXXVII No. 11
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London High School freshman Griffin Lotton competes in the 500-meter freestyle event at the OHSAA Central
District Swimming Championships. Lotton’s sixth-place finish earned him a trip to the state championships.
Lotton: LHS’s first state
qualifier in swimming
The London High School swim team may
be small in numbers, but the team continues
to perform at a high level. Earlier in the
season, the squad of six swimmers placed
third in the Kenton Trail Division at the
Central Buckeye Conference meet. On Feb.
16, the team was hoping to place well in the
OHSAA Central District Championship
meet held at the McCorkle Center at The
Ohio State University.
Despite only having four qualifiers for
the meet, the Red Raiders placed 16th out
of more than 65 teams. Leading the way for
the red and white was freshman sensation
Griffin Lotton who, with a sixth-place finish
in the 500-meter freestyle, became the first
London swimmer to qualify for the OHSAA
State Championships.
Lotton also placed ninth in the 200-meter
freestyle and was the leadoff swimmer for
the London boys’ 200-meter free relay and
400-meter free relay teams which finished
14th and 12th, respectively. He was joined
on the relays by sophomores Isaiah Capell
and Luke Thompson and junior Isaac
Capell.
The brothers Capell and Thompson competed
in individual events at districts, as
well. Isaac Capell placed 25th in the 200-
meter individual medley, Isaiah Capell
placed 30th in the 100-meter freestyle, and
Thompson placed 25th in the 100-meter
backstroke.
On the girls’ side, London senior Isabelle
Tipton made a return trip to the McCorkle
Aquatic Center after qualifying for districts
in one event as a junior. This year, Tipton
qualified for two events; she placed 30th in
the 200-meter individual medley and 32nd
in the 100-meter breaststroke.
The London swim team practices and
competes as part of Team Champ, the high
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By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
The first in a series of rate hikes for London sewer, water,
and trash services goes into effect July 1.
London city council unanimously approved the increases at
their Feb. 16 meeting. The city’s Board of Public Utilities (BPU)
has proposed an estimated $18.5 million in sewer and water system
repairs and upgrades. Revenues from the sewer and water
rate increases will go to loan payments on those projects.
Currently, residents pay a base minimum rate of $1.50 per
month for sewer services. A
$5.99 per month increase
will go into effect starting
July 1, 2023, followed by a
second $5.99 increase starting
Jan. 1, 2024, and a third
increase of $5.99 starting
Jan. 1, 2025. That will
bring the base minimum
monthly rate to $19.47 per
month by 2025.
BPU also had proposed a 3 percent increase in sewer rates
each year starting in 2026 for a continuing period of time to
cover inflation and ongoing needs of the department. Council
voted to amend this part of the proposal based, in part, on pushback
from the public.
“The 3 percent seems to be a real sticking point with a lot of
people that have talked with me about it,” said council member
Rich Hays.
Council member Bryan Robinson suggested the legislation
require a review every five years, starting in 2028, of the need
for the 3 percent yearly increase. Council voted unanimously to
make that change.
For water services, residents currently pay $17.12 per month
for the first 2,000 gallons of water usage. Council approved an
increase of 51 cents per month starting Jan. 1, 2023, which will
bring the base rate to $17.63 per month.
Trash rates will go from $17.80 per month to $20.15 per
month starting July 1, 2023.
BPU had proposed an ongoing 3 percent yearly increase for
both water and trash services starting Jan. 1, 2024. As with the
water rates, Robinson suggested the legislation for the water
and trash service rates require an automatic review of the 3 percent
yearly increase every five years starting in 2028. Council
voted unanimously to make those changes.
Following the votes, Hays and council member John Stahl
said the rate hikes and the infrastructure improvements those
hikes are funding will help to set up the city for the future.
“Things are going to start coming. We just got to be ready for
it,” Hays said.
Council member Joshua Peters commented, “I’m excited for
the future, especially with the infrastructure. Excited to see
what’s coming to London, how it’s growing. It’s going to be neat
to see.”
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Synthetic field turf planned for LHS ball fields
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
Spring can be a soggy season. School softball and baseball teams
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leading to cancellation of practices and games. Because
the season is short, rescheduling can be tough if not impossible.
Last year, bad weather forced the London High
School athletics program to cancel a total of 22 games
across the boys’ and girls’ varsity and junior varsity
schedules.
The school district is taking a major
step to alleviate these woes for future ball
teams. On Feb. 14, the school board approved
a contract with Maumee Bay Turf
Center to install synthetic field turf at the
Ralph Cromwell softball field and the
Sonny Wheeler baseball field at the high
school.
“The turf is expected to significantly
decrease weather-related cancellations,”
said Dr. Lou Kramer, district superintendent.
Construction is slated to start late this summer. The
new turf will cover the entire softball field. The baseball
field is much larger, covering more space than the football
field. To save money, the district has chosen to install
field turf on the infield only at the baseball field,
along with a five-foot strip around the backside of the
infield so infielders won’t have to transition too often
between turf and grass.
The first pitch at both fields is expected in the spring
of 2024. Maumee Bay Turf Center is the company that
installed field turf at the high school’s Bowlus Field
seven years ago.
“Our No. 1 thing is looking at ways to benefit our programs
and our students. This is another step,” said Jim
Wolverton, athletic director. “When we did the turf project
at Bowlus Field, we got a suitable space to play football
and soccer. We think we will see the same return
on investment for the softball and baseball fields.”
The estimated cost of the project is $930,000. In the
past, private donations have helped to cover the cost of
some athletic complex improvements at London City
Schools. This time, the school district is covering the entire
cost.
“Due to keen fiscal stewardship over the last several
years, the district plans to self-fund the project. As such,
the project was included as part of the district’s recent
five-year (financial) forecast,” Kramer stated.
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“Our No. 1 thing is
looking at ways to
benefit our programs
and our students.
This is another step.”
Robinson thanked the BPU for the work they have done to create
a plan for addressing infrastructure needs.
Council member Andy Hitt and council president Henry Comer
thanked the public for voicing their concerns and suggestions at
city council meetings. Comer said council
could not have made the hard decisions
without input from the community.
“We made some changes and adjustments
by listening to some of the objections
of the community,” Comer said.
Council member Greg Eades mentioned
a letter the city received from a resident
who opposed the utility rate hikes, saying
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school club team of the Champaign Family
YMCA. Team Champ serves student-athletes
from London, Mechanicsburg, West
Liberty-Salem, and Graham high schools.
The team qualified 10 of its 33 swimmers to
districts this year in 13 events, both records
“This demonstrates that the district wants to reinvest
in its facilities,” he continued. “Because we’ve been
mindful of our finances, we’re able to put that back into
the facilities without going out (to the community) for
an ask.”
The benefits the district hopes to see with this project
include increased playing time for athletes
throughout the year, but especially
during the spring competition season.
This is good news most notably for junior
varsity ball players, as the varsity schedule
typically takes priority over the junior
varsity schedule when it comes to field use
and rescheduling games.
Another benefit is more practice space
for other sports. The ball fields will be
built so that bases and pitching mounds
can be removed, making for a flat surface for other
sports to use.
The newly turfed fields are expected to generate revenue
for the school district , as well, through tournaments
and facility rentals. Those revenues will go back
into supporting upgrades to the district’s athletic facilities.
The football/soccer field is a good example. A
travel youth soccer team from Hilliard regularly rents
the field, resulting in $18,000 in revenue for London
City Schools.
Besides the removable bases and pitching mounds,
the fields are being built to accommodate different base
and pitching mound distances. This way a wide range
of ages can use the fields, opening the district to additional
rental opportunities, as well as helping out local
youth programs.
“We see numbers in youth sports growing in London.
Those programs might run out of space if it keeps going
the way it is. The school’s fields can help with that,”
Kramer said. “We are very open to helping. We really
feel like it can be a community asset, not just for our
students but for our (local) youth programs.”
London Fast Pitch, a youth softball program, already
uses the high school’s fields. The London Area Baseball
Council could benefit, too, as could some of the local
travel ball clubs, whether for growth reasons, tournament
needs, or weather issues, Wolverton said.
–Jim Wolverton,
athletic director
she felt she would have to make a decision
between paying her utility bills and voting
for the income tax increase for additional
funding for the fire and EMS department.
The income tax increase for fire/EMS will
appear on the May 2 primary election ballot.
“I really hope that people don’t feel that
they have to make that decision, because we
have a fire department. We need to have a
fire department, and we know that the problems
they have, have been years in the making,
and they’re going to need help
financially.”
for the club. In addition to being the first
Aqua Raider to qualify for the state championships,
Lotton is also the first state qualifier
for Team Champ.
The Div. II OHSAA State Swimming and
Diving Championships began on Feb. 23 at
C.T. Branin Natatorium in Canton (after
the Madison Messenger’s deadline).

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Mt. Sterling seeks candidates for council vacancy
By Kristy Zurbrick
and registered voters. Letters can be sent to cbricker@mtsterling.org
Madison Editor
or dropped off at village hall at 1 S. London St., Mount Sterling. For
details, call Bricker at (740) 869-2040, ext. 5.
Mount Sterling council must fill a vacancy
following the resignation of council
The remaining council members will review the letters, conduct interviews,
and make a selection. If they do not appoint someone within
member Rob Longcoy.
the 30-day period, the task will go to Mayor Marci Darlington.
Longcoy has moved outside of village
Longcoy was elected to Mount Sterling council in November
limits and, therefore, can no longer serve on
2021. At the time of his resignation, he had served 14.5 months of
council. He submitted his resignation on
his four-year term. The person appointed to his seat will serve the
Feb. 14. Council has 30 days to fill the
remainder of the term which expires at the end of 2025.
empty seat.
“I enjoyed my time on council. I feel we worked very well together
Anyone interested in filling the vacancy
and accomplished many great things over the past year for the village.
Every member is truly passionate about our community,”
must submit a letter of interest to Courtney
Bricker, council clerk, by 4 p.m. Feb. 28. Interested
parties must be village residents
Longcoy said.
WJ board eyes tech upgrades
He points to his work with parks and recreation as his greatest
accomplishment while on council. He said he has enjoyed watching
Mason Park develop and looks forward to further improvements in
the coming months.
“I really feel Mason Park could be the jewel of our community,”
he said. “Our community’s youth are our future, and having a place
like Mason Park is a huge deal to me.”
Longcoy moved outside of village limits to a home that fits the
needs of his growing family, but he still lives close by.
“I will still be involved with the park, Summer Jam, and any
other activities that bring our village together and give families and
our youth something to do. Our community is often overlooked.
These events shine a positive light on our village,” he said.
Longcoy thanked everyone who supported him in his time on
council and said it was a pleasure to serve his community. If the
right opportunity presents itself and his family moves back into the
village, he said he “most definitely” would run again for a seat on
council.
By Linda Dillman
Staff Writer
Jefferson Local Schools’ ability to prepare,
edit and produce school board documents
could get easier for district staff and
community members interested in following
board action and agendas.
During the school board’s Feb. 14 meeting,
members conducted a video chat presentation
with BoardDocs, a software
company that works with school districts
and other public entities across the nation.
According to the Ohio School Boards Association,
of which Jefferson Local is a
member, “OSBA has teamed up with Board-
Docs to offer board management services
that give governing bodies turn-key electronic
solutions for processing any type of
governance document.
“BoardDocs has helped nearly 4,000 organizations
dramatically reduce costs, increase
transparency and reduce the time
spent producing board packets by up to 75
percent.”
Jefferson Local Superintendent William Mullett said the board
plans to discuss the idea of moving to the cloud-based system during
their next work session. He said Technology Director Curt Dennis
and Treasurer Mark Ingles are spearheading the project.
“The board will give consideration to what (BoardDocs) can do,”
Mullett said. “It certainly would save time with all the preparation
we do, especially my secretary, in getting the board packets ready
for a meeting.
“Generally, the BoardDocs representatives satisfied our questions
during their remote presentation. I know many school districts
use them. They’re the most popular in that platform, and I
think we’ll eventually move in that direction.”
The OSBA reported organizations such as Jefferson Local
Schools have the ability to determine which stakeholders–board
members, staff and the general public–
have access to each document.
“Last-minute revisions are easy, and documents
can be distributed in just minutes,”
stated the school board association.
Mullett said the initial service expense
in contracting with BoardDocs is approximately
$6,000 per year, which he felt would
more than balance out the cost of manually
producing board documents.
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Sweetheart of an afternoon
The Friends of Mount Sterling Public Library hosted their annual Victorian Sweetheart
Tea on Feb. 11 at First United Methodist Church, Mount Sterling. More than 80 people,
many of whom dressed in Victorian era-inspired clothing and hats, attended.

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Bingo in Mount Sterling
American Legion Post 417, 27 Clark St.,
Mount Sterling, is bringing bingo back the
first Saturday evening of each month, starting
March 4. The public is welcome. Call the
post at (740) 869-2795 for hours.
Fairfield Township Trustees
The next regular meeting of the Fairfield
Township trustees has been changed. The
board will meet at 9:30 a.m. March 3, instead
of March 6. The meeting will take
place at 9100 Big Plain Circleville Rd. The
public is welcome.
Health District Board
The Madison County London City Health
District Board will meet at 5 p.m. March 13
at the Madison County Engineer’s Office,
825 U.S. Rte. 42, London.
The Madison County District Advisory
Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. March 13, also
at the Madison County Engineer’s Office.
Pancake Breakfast
The Central Townships Joint Fire District
Association will hold an all-you-can-eat
pancake and sausage breakfast from 6 to 11
a.m. March 4 at Station 292, 6770 State Rte.
38 SW. The cost is $7 for adults and $6 for
children.
Cat and Kitten Adoption
The Humane Society of Madison County
is holding a “Sassy, Single, and Ready to
Mingle” adoption event. Through March 5,
the Society is taking $30 off the cost to adopt
a cat or kitten. Visit www.hsmcohio.org to
view the cats and kittens available for adoption
and fill our an application.
London Marathon, Half-
Marathon, and 5K
The 3rd Annual London Marathon, Half-
Marathon, & 5K are set for April 15. Proceeds
benefit Merri Mac Park Miracle, a
non-profit group working to make improvements
to Merri Mac Park. For details, visit
“London OH Marathon, Half Marathon, and
5K” on Facebook.
Baby Pantry
Madison County Vineyard, 106 Olive St.,
London, is offering a baby pantry to provide
mothers of babies with essential supplies.
Donations of diapers (up to 18 months),
powder formula, diaper wipes, baby wash,
new baby clothes (up to 18 months), and
new baby blankets can be dropped off on
Sundays in the church entryway. Baby
pantry hours are 10 a.m.-noon on March 4,
June 3, and Sept. 9. All new mothers are
welcome. All supplies are free.
Fish Fry
St. Margaret of Cortona Church, 1600 N.
Hague Ave., Columbus, is holding a fish fry
every Friday, 4:30-7:30 p.m., through March
31. The meal includes a choice of fried perch
or baked cod and a choice of two sides
(French fries, baked potato, sweet potato,
macaroni and cheese, cole slaw or applesauce).
Homemade dessert, coffee, and roll
and butter are included. The cost is $15 for
adults, with reduced rates for seniors, families,
and kids.
Mt. Sterling Community Center
The Community Center is located at 164
E. Main St. Call (740) 869-2453.
Feb. 28—10-11 a.m., Take Off Pounds
Sensibly
3-6 p.m., the food pantry is available for
households that are income eligible. Distribution
of pre-packed food boxes will be delivered
to your vehicle. Please remain in
your vehicle and you will be assisted in numerical
order. Bring proof of residence at
first visit and picture ID every visit. Call
(740) 869-2453 for more information.
8-9 p.m., Alcoholic Anonymous
March 1—10 a.m.-3 p.m., sewing for
adults
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., senior lunch program
for anyone 60 or older; RSVP at (740) 869-
2453
5-6 p.m., all level yoga class, $10
March 2—10 a.m.-2 p.m., the food pantry
is available for households that are income
eligible. Distribution of pre-packed food
boxes will be delivered to your vehicle.
Please remain in your vehicle and you will
be assisted in numerical order. Bring proof
of residence at first visit and picture ID
every visit. Call (740) 869-2453 for more information.
10 a.m.-2 p.m., WIC participants can
sign up and load benefits at the center the
first Thursday of the month. WIC provides
food packages to income-eligible pregnant
women and children up to age 5. WIC also
provides nutrition education and breastfeeding
support to anyone in the community.
Call (740) 852-3068 to schedule an
appointment.
March 4–10 a.m.-3 p.m., sewing for all
ages and abilities
March 5—8:30-9:30 a.m., HEAT training
(plyometrics, speed, and agility) for grades
K-6
9:30-10:30 a.m., HEAT training (plyometrics,
speed, and agility) for grades 7-12
6:30-7:30 p.m., Alcoholics Anonymous
Produce Market—second and fourth
Tuesdays of every month.
Madison County Senior Center
The Madison County Senior Citizens
Center is located at 280 W. High St., London.
For details, call (740) 852-3001.
Feb. 27—8:30 a.m., indoor walking/exercise
class; 9 a.m., chair volleyball; 9:30 a.m.,
knit, crochet and needle crafts; 10:30 a.m.,
sitting exercise/strengthening; 1 p.m., euchre
Feb. 28—9 a.m.-3 p.m., quilting class; 10
a.m., bowling
March 1—8:30 a.m., indoor walking/exercise
class; 9 a.m., chair volleyball; 12 p.m.,
bridge; 1 p.m., yoga stretch; 2 p.m., diabetes/weight
loss support group
March 2—9 a.m., chair volleyball
March 3—8:30 a.m., indoor walking/exercise
class; 9 a.m., painting class; 10 a.m.,
chimes; 1 p.m., free movie.
London Public Library
London Public Library, is located at 20 E.
First St. Call (740) 852-9543.
• Blanket Drive. Through Feb. 28, drop
off new or gently used blankets at the library
for homeless individuals.
• Recycled Art Contest. Create a piece
of art with recyclable materials lying
around your house. Bring your art to the library
between March 1 and March 31. Entries
will be displayed at the library
throughout April. Library patrons will vote
on their favorites. Earth Day prizes will go
to the winners. The contest is open to all
ages and has three age categories for prizes.
• Seuss Celebration. Dr. Seuss-themed
activities, including a scavenger hunt,
game, and craft, are set for 5:30-7 p.m.
March 2. Enter a drawing for a chance to
win a Cat in the Hat stuffed animal.
• Paws for Reading. Register your child
for a 10-minute time slot in which they read
to Maggie, a certified therapy dog. Time
slots are available 11 a.m.-12 p.m. March 4.
• Toddler Time. This 30-minute program
for ages 0 to 3 years old takes place at 10
a.m. on Tuesdays and features a different
theme each week. Books, songs, and finger
plays reinforce the topic. Some weeks also
include musical instruments, scarves, balls,
and a parachute.
• Preschool Story Time. This 45-minute
program for ages 3 to 6 years old takes place
at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays and features books,
songs, finger plays, music and movement.
Participants can practice the alphabet with
a letter activity after the regular story time.
HBMLibrary
Hurt/Battelle Memorial Library is located
at 270 Lilly Chapel Rd., West Jefferson.
Call (614) 879-8448.
• Storytime. 10:30 a.m. on Wednesdays
and Fridays.
• Warm Up West Jefferson Clothing
Drive. The last day to pick up free winter
gear is Feb. 28.
• Happy Birthday to Yeuss, Dr. Seuss.
The library wil celebrate with Stories-n-
More at 10:30 a.m. March 1.
• Booklovers. The group will discuss
“Traveling Light” by Katrina Kittle at 4
p.m. March 6.
• Board Meeting. The library board will
meet at 6 p.m. March 14 in the library meeting
room. For details, contact the director at
csiscoe@hbmlibrary.org. Prior to the board
meeting, the library’s building and grounds
committee will meet at 5 p.m.
Mount Sterling Library
Mount Sterling Public Library is located
at 60 W. Columbus St. Call (740) 869-2430.
• Board Vacancy. The library is in search
of a proven leader with a passion for libraries
and the community to serve on the
library board of directors. Applications are
available at the front desk. Completed applications
should be returned in a sealed envelope
addressed to Director Steve Brindza.
To have an application emailed, faxed, or
mailed, contact Brindza at (740) 869-2430.
Read more at www.mtsterlingpubliclibrary.org/staff-trustees/.
• Little Free Library Pantry. This new addition
is located outside the library on
Water Street. Anyone is welcome to take or
leave books or non-perishable food items.
Anyone can fill empty spots in the pantry
box at any time. Larger volume donations
can be dropped off at the library on the
fourth Saturday of each month.
• Ladies Night Out Movie. The next
movie night, set for Feb. 27, will features
“The Fabelmans” (PG-13). Reservations are
required; text or call Melissa at (614) 315-
7939 or call the library. Doors open at 6:30
p.m. The library provides pizza, popcorn,
cold drinks, and flavored coffees. Bring a
potluck dish to share.
• Bright Beats. Instructor Katie Geers
from the previously WeJoySing program returns
with her new Bright Beats program
for infants through children age 5 years old.
A trained early childhood music specialist,
Greers will present a music and movement
curriculum using instruments, equipment,
books, and other visual aids.
Classes are set for Wednesdays, March
1-May 3. Class size is three to 12 children.
All children must be accompanied by a parent
or guardian. Each class will be 30 minutes
with a 10-minute transition between
classes. The options are: 10:30-11 a.m. for
ages 12-36 months; 11:10-11:40 a.m. for
ages 3-5 years.
• Board Games. The library now has
board games to check out.
• Preschool Storytime. Mondays at
10:30 a.m. Caregivers must attend. Stories,
crafts, and other surprises are planned.
• Batters, Splatters, & Platters. The Kids
Cooking Club meets at 6 p.m. the second
and fourth Tuesdays through April 25. The
club is open to ages 9-12. Parents must call
the library to register their child.
Plain City Library
Plain City Public Library is located at
305 W. Main St. . Call (614) 873-4912.
• Online Storytime. Mondays, 10:30-11 a.m.
• Bedtime Storytime. Streaming live on
Tuesdays at 7 p.m.
• Author Visit. Local author Paige Christine
Warden will share her newly released
book, “Hello, Moon,” and sign copies after
the reading on Feb. 20, 1-2 p.m., in the Jane
Taylor storytime room.
• Library Board of Trustees. The board
will meet Feb. 20, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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Middle-schoolers get head start on career plans
When school started this past fall, most Madison
County seventh- and eighth-graders had a new class on
their schedule: Career Explorations. Tolles Career and
Technical Center instructors teach the semester-long
course on site at London, Madison-Plains, and West Jefferson
middle schools. The course is designed to help
students get an early start on identifying and planning
for potential careers.
“There are so many different things involved in
choosing a career,” says Christina Van Dyke, the Tolles
satellite instructor for London City Schools. “The earlier
they make decisions, the better prepared they can be.”
If, for example, a student wants to pursue a career
requiring a college degree, knowing that before high
school allows them to enroll in College Credit Plus and
Advanced Placement courses as a sophomore, junior, or
senior that can yield free credits at many in-state and
some out-of-state universities. This can save collegebound
students time and tuition expenses as they pursue
their degree.
If, instead, a student wants to pursue a career directly
out of high school, knowing what career interests
them most before they turn 16 allows them to line up a
part-time job or internship in their chosen field to ensure
it’s a good fit—or enroll in specialized career education
courses to get a head start on learning the specific
skill sets needed to be job-ready upon graduation.
“What’s going to help you get where you want to be
and how can we give you the best foot forward on that
path?” asks Jill Hiles, Tolles satellite instructor for Madison-Plains
Local Schools. “We bring all those pieces together.
Not all students know there are different paths.”
The Career Explorations curriculum centers around
each student’s skills and interests and exposes the students
to careers they may not know about but are growing
and could be a good fit.
“Our worlds are so small sometimes,” says Tolles
Satellite Director Dr. Kris Sander. “We know what our
parents or other family members do for their careers,
but sometimes we don’t look beyond that.”
“Letting them see what’s out there can help them
match up careers with their personality and skills,”
Hiles says. “They often have skills they may take for
granted, like operating certain types of equipment or
machinery, or being exposed to large animals, or just
working outdoors. Not everyone has that, but because
we’re in a rural setting, the majority of people they
know have those skills, so they don’t see them as valuable.”
“I like to ask my students, ‘What do you absolutely
not want to be?’” Van Dyke says. “That’s just as important
as what you think you want to be when you’re
starting to consider what’s a good fit.”
As an example, Van Dyke points to her own daughter
who thought she wanted to be a teacher, but when she
started student teaching, realized she didn’t like being
around children.
“It was the lifestyle she liked, but she didn’t take into
account some of the other important factors,” she explains.
“That added a year-and-a-half to her college experience
and wasted a lot of money because she didn’t
think about the things she didn’t like.”
Freshmen at Madison-Plains High School are required
to take a course called Launching Your Career which is
similar to the Career Explorations course.
“At the high school level, it’s more about what training
they need, what minimum education they need, how to
get that, and where those jobs are geographically,” Hiles
says. “For instance, if you want to be a marine biologist,
unless you’re looking at the Great Lakes or the Ohio
River, that’s a career that’s going to be very limited here.”
Van Dyke says the high school course also touches
on workforce readiness skills, including how to interview
and advocate for yourself and the importance of
being punctual and reliable.
“It’s more about your future, not just your career,”
she says. “I ask them, ‘What needs do you see in the
world, and how can you use your passions and talents
to meet those needs?’ Then we start looking at what careers
meet those needs, and I have them do research on
some of those.”
The Ohio Department of Education has identified the
most in-demand occupations in the state and grouped
them into 16 career “clusters” that are also discussed in
the classes.
“We look at what jobs are projected to be the most inneed
in the next 10 to 20 years, and when they research
jobs, I have them check to see if it’s a growing job or if
the number of positions for that job are fading,” Van
Dyke says.
Sander says the new Career Explorations course is
proving to be effective, and she hopes to expand it into
more schools.
“We’re constantly looking at how we can best serve
students in our partner districts,” Sander says, noting Tolles also
serves Jonathan Alder Local Schools, Dublin City Schools, Fairbanks
Local Schools, and Hilliard City Schools. “The more we can
do with seventh- and eighth- and ninth-graders to give them additional
career awareness, the better.”
“The goal is to have this program in all seven career tech planning
district school systems at some point,” says Dr. Todd Hoadley,
Tolles superintendent.
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Rockin’ on the Run returns to full in-person event
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
After two years as a virtual event due to
the pandemic and one year off to rest and
regroup, organizers of Rockin’ on the Run
are excited to return this year with a fullon,
in-person extravaganza.
“We’re hoping the event is bigger and
better than ever,” said Ashley Winebrenner,
Rockin’ on the Run board member.
The 14th Annual Rockin’ on the Run, a
fundraiser benefiting pediatric brain tumor
research and awareness, will take place
from 8 a.m. to noon May 20 at St. Patrick
School, 226 Elm St., London.
The run part of the fun includes a kids’
dash at 8:30 a.m. followed by a one-mile
run/walk and a 5K run/walk at 9 a.m. Everyone
who participates receives a t-shirt and
medal. New this year, a deejay will pump
out tunes and announce the names of participants
as they approach the finish line. Visit
rockinontherun.org for registration information.
A virtual option is included.
Along with the opportunity to pound the
pavement, Rockin’ on the Run offers a morning
full of family-friendly activities. Caricaturists,
a face painter, games and bounce
houses are planned. The silent auction will
be back in its full glory with themed baskets
of goods filling tables in the school gym.
Plenty of raffle items will be up for grabs, a
50/50 raffle is planned, and several vendors
will set up shop, as well.
Every year, Rockin’ on the Run honors
area children who have battled or are battling
brain tumors. This year, organizers
will pay tribute to a total of 14 children.
“The children and families affected by
brain tumors come to our event and get to
feel normal. It’s always our goal that they
have a fun day with their families,” Winebrenner
said.
Rockin’ on the Run has another goal.
“We hope to raise $30,000. It’s the
biggest goal we’ve ever set,” Winebrenner
said.
For many years, the event’s proceeds
have gone to Nationwide Children’s Hospital
in Columbus for research purposes and
the hospital’s fun fund for patients. This
year, organizers have added a third beneficiary—Books
4 Brains.
Books 4 Brains is a collaboration of Riley
Hospital for Children at Indiana University,
Rockin’ on the Run, and an Indiana-based
non-profit that provides books to young people.
The hospital reached out to the nonprofit,
seeking books to give to young
patients that address issues related to how
the patients are feeling and what they are
dealing with post-diagnosis.
As for the Ohio-Indiana connection, Dr.
Scott Coven, a doctor in Riley Hospital’s
neuro-oncology program, once served as a
fellow at Children’s Hospital in Columbus.
He was active in Rockin’ on the Run, speaking
at the event a couple of times and participating
with his family in the run.
When the book idea came along last year,
Coven reached out to Rockin’ on the Run to
help fund the program. To his knowledge,
there are no organizations in Indiana raising
money specifically for pediatric brain
tumor research and awareness. So, he called
on his friends in Ohio.
“This is a great program that could be
helpful for any pediatric diagnosis, not just
brain tumors,” Winebrenner said.
The book program will start this spring
with 20 patients.
Even though Rockin’ on the Run did not
take place last year, the organization still
received donations from supporters and
held its annual chicken noodle dinner in the
fall. Those proceeds went to pay for parking
passes for families with children receiving
treatment at Children’s Hospital. Some of
this year’s Rockin’ on the Run funds could
go to creative, helpful solutions like this.
Go to www.rockinontherun.org to learn
more about the event. To volunteer, send
email to volunteers@rockinontherun.org. To
request a vendor application, send email to
ashley@rockinontherun.org. To donate
items for the silent auction or raffle, send
email to info@rockinontherun.org.
Sixth-grade Eagles win league title
The Madison-Plains sixth-grade girls’ basketball team won the Miami Valley Youth
Basketball League gold division championship with a 28-25 win over previously unbeaten
North Union. The Eagles defeated Jonathan Alder in the semi-finals and finished
the season with a 12-1 record. The team has gone 34-1 the last three seasons.
The team includes: (from left) Coach Mark Mason, Emery Mason, Alena Walker, Lyla
Henry, Addison Meade, Izzy Meade, Leah Stroup, Kendall Mason, Kinsley Bolin, and
Coach Ashley Stroup.
Ready to play at college level
Jonathan Alder High School senior Caleb Miller signs his letter of intent to play football
for Alderson Broaddus University in Philippi, W.Va.: (front row, from left) sister,
Alyssa Miller; father, Chris Miller; Caleb; mother, Diane Miller; (back row) Jonathan
Alder football coaches Chris Roberts (assistant), Craig Kyle (assistant), Nathan
Snedeker (head coach), and Chris Clapham (assistant). The NCAA Div. II school competes
in the Mountain East Conference. Caleb said, “I hope to contribute the best I
can to the team and create a great environment for a championship team.” He plans
to major in wildlife management.

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LEONARD
Sherry R. Leonard, 73, of West Jefferson,
Ohio, died on Feb. 14, 2023, in Riverside
Methodist Hospital. Born on March 21,
1949, in Columbus, she was a daughter of
Robert and Charlotte (Byers) Wheeler.
Sherry loved spending time with her
family.
Survivors include: her daughter, Birdie
(Todd) Roberts; grandchildren, Michael
(Beth) Leonard, Coren (Brandon) McKay,
Earl Braithwaite (Lexi), Hunter Braithwaite
(Kylie), Kaylee Beauman and Connor
Robert (Kayla); great-grandchildren, J.R.
Leonard, Kinsley Leonard, Sophia Roberts
and Beau Braithwaite (coming in April
2023); sisters, Carroll Hammond, Susan
(Bob) Stelzer, Rita Perry; brother, Bill
Wooten; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Sherry was preceded in death by: her
parents; husband, Russ Leonard; daughter,
Tina Beauman; sisters, Judy Scott, Marilyn
Harris, Charlene Livingston; brother, Tom
Smathers; and nephew, Tom Stelzer.
A celebration of Sherry’s life was held on
Feb. 21 in Union Township Hall, London,
Ohio.
The family was served by Eberle-Fisher
Funeral Home and Crematory, London.
Condolences may be shared at www.eberlfisherfuneralhome.com.
WARD
Ken Ward, 76, of London, Ohio, died on
Feb. 18, 2023, in the Madison Senior Living
Community. Born on Dec. 23, 1946, in
Paintsville, Ky., he was the son of Ervin and
Irene (Stanley) Ward.
An avid outdoorsman, Ken loved traveling,
camping, fishing and spending time
with his family. He had belonged to Crossroads
Community Church in London and
had worked as a security guard and mechanic.
Survivors include: his wife of 53 years,
Loretta (Hannah) Ward; children, Deanna
Slone, Damon (Kimberly) Ward and Kendra
Ward (fiancé Dallas Taynor); grandchildren,
Taylor (Phil) VanScoy, Josh Burkhammer,
Dylan Slone, Maranda Burkhammer, Sam
Ward, Erin Ward, Steve Ward, April Ward
and Ashlyn Ward; great-grandchildren,
Parker, Logan and Mavis; sister, Wanda
Ousley; several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services were held on Feb. 21 in
Eberle-Fisher Funeral Home and Crematory,
London, with Pastor Thad Gifford officiated.
Interment followed in Paint
Memorial Cemetery, London.
The family suggests memorials in Ken’s
name be made to either Crossroads Community
Church, 2262 St. Rte. 56 SE, London,
OH 43140, or the Alzheimer’s Association at
www.alz.org.
Please visit www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com
to share condolences with the
family.
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FISCHER
Robert Joseph Fischer Sr., 86, of Clarkston,
Mich., died on Feb. 20, 2023, at his residence.
Born on March 6, 1936, in
Columbus, Ohio, he was a son of Frank and
Trevis (Morgan) Fischer.
Bob had worked professionally in offset
printing before retiring in 2000. He was also
a member of London First Presbyterian
Church. Bob volunteered for Loving Care
Hospice and the Welcome Table at St. Paul
AME Church. Above anything else, he always
cherished spending time with his family
and making new memories together.
He is survived by: his beloved wife of 68
years, Dolores Marie (Crawford) Fischer of
Clarkston, Mich.; daughter, Patricia Beery
of Mount Sterling; son, Kenneth Fischer of
Clarkston, Mich.; daughter-in-law, Christy
Fischer of West Jefferson; grandsons, Jason
Fischer of West Jefferson, Michael Beery of
New Albany, Jesse Beery of Mount Sterling;
sister, Evelyn (Lee) Chenea of Columbus.
Bob was preceded in death by: his parents;
son, Robert Joseph Fischer Jr; brother,
Jack Fischer; and sister, Florence Wright.
Visitation was set for 10 a.m. Feb. 25
with a funeral service to follow at 11:30 a.m.
at London First Presbyterian Church with
Rev. Désirée M. Youngblood officiating. Interment
was set to follow in Deer Creek
Township Cemetery, London. Masks were
required for visitation and funeral services.
The family recommends that donations
in Bob’s name be made to: Compassus Hospice,
c/o Tammi Stover, 5445 Ali Drive,
Grand Blanc, Mich. 48439.
The family is being served by Eberle-
Fisher Funeral Home and Crematory, London.
Condolences can be shared online at
www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.
PEART
Gary David Peart, a loving husband, father,
grandfather, and great-grandfather,
died on Feb. 21, 2023, with his loving wife,
Mary, by his side. He was the son of John
Isaac and Ruth Pauline (Leach) Peart.
Born on the farm home in Hillsboro,
Ohio, on April 13, 1933, he was a farmer all
his life except for two years spent in the
Navy from 1955-1957, serving in the Korean
War. He loved the land and raising livestock,
showing champion cattle at the Clark
County and Madison County fairs as a
youth.
Known as the gopher in later years when
he could no longer get in his tractor at 87,
he would go for this and go for that to John
Deere for parts or hauling the fuel tank to
his sons all over Madison and Clark counties.
He loved farming with his three sons,
playing euchre with family and friends,
shuffleboard in Florida, and swinging in the
gazebo.
Gary was a member of First Presbyterian
Church of London, Madison County Farm
Bureau, and Lake Choctaw Twirlers. In addition
to farming, he also enjoyed, fishing,
square dancing, playing card games, but
most of all, cherishing time with his family.
Survivors include: his wife of 68 years,
Mary (Jenkins) Peart; sons, David (Cheri)
Peart, Tim (Gina) Peart, Jamie (Valerie)
Peart; daughter, Marianne Toops; grandchildren,
Aimee Cain, Erika (Tommy)
Motsinger, Ali Peart, Emily (Josh) Turvy,
Taylor Peart, Hilary Peart, Ruth Peart,
Luke Peart, Brooke (Kyle) Stevens, Lindsay
Toops, Logan Toops; great-grandchildren,
Liam and Emma Motsinger, Mason and
Julia Turvy, Madeleine Herdman and Evelynn
Conley, Suzanne, Kirk and Marynn
Stevens; sister, Cheryl Keller; brother, John
(Kathy) Peart; and brother-in-law, Paul
Turnbull.
He was preceded in death by: his parents;
sister, Ann Turnbull; brother, Gene
Peart; brother-in-law, Jim Keller; sister-inlaw,
Melody Peart; son-in-law, John Toops
Jr.; and devoted pets, Lucy and Gypsy.
Funeral services were held on Feb. 24 in
London First Presbyterian Church with
Rev. Désirée M. Youngblood, pastor, officiating.
Interment followed in Pleasant Cemetery,
Mount Sterling. The family received
friends at the church on Feb. 23-24.
Our family would like to extend a special
thanks to our mother, Mary, for her endless
devotion to taking care of our Dad over the
last few months and to Loving Care Hospice
and Hospice of Central Ohio for their exceptional
care. Take it easy until we see you
again.
Memorial gifts in Gary's name may be
made to: Loving Care Hospice, 779 London
Rd., Marysville, OH 43040, or London First
Presbyterian Church, 211 Garfield Ave.,
London, OH 43140.
The family was served by Eberle-Fisher
Funeral Home and Crematory, London.
Condolences may be shared online at
www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.
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Farmers’ Breakfast scheduled
Ohio State University (OSU) Extension in Delaware, Madison
and Union Counties, with support from the county Farm Bureaus,
is hosting a Farmers’ Breakfast presentation at Der Dutchman, 445
S. Jefferson Ave., Plain City.
Two speakers are scheduled for March 28, 8:30-11 a.m. Peggy
Hall, associate professor and OSU agriculture and resource law director,
will give an agricultural law update. Professor Mark Partridge,
OSU Swank chair in rural-urban policy, will lead a
discussion on how development on and around farmland impacts
the rural economy.
The presentation and breakfast are free. Pre-registration is required
by March 22. Visit https://go.osu.edu/2023breakfastseries or
call (937) 644-8117.
The London Rotary Club is
pleased to honor senior Cole Davis
as Madison-Plains High School’s
February Student of the Month.
Students of the month are selected
by school administrators
based on their academic and extracurricular
achievement and positive
character.
Cole has a 4.008 grade point average
and he is ranked ninth in his
class. His favorite course is
anatomy. Cole has played baseball
all four years of high school. He also
has participated in powerlifting for
two years and basketball for one
year. Cole has been in the National
Honor Society for three years.
When asked to name a Madison-
Plains staff person who inspires
him, Cole named high school Cole Davis
teacher Molly Niese.
“Miss Niese (inspires me) because she always wants
the best for her students, and she is always willing to
help. She is super sweet and always puts a smile on my
face,” he said.
Regarding Cole, Niese stated, “I first ‘met’ Cole during
the early beginnings of the pandemic. He was a
sophomore taking virtual biology, and I never saw more
than a black screen staring back at me as I taught
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Rotary Student of the Month: Madison-Plains
Inquisitive, kind, inspiring
through Google Meet. Despite this
hurdle, Cole excelled in the class
and turned in some very thoughtprovoking
work. I remember emailing
him suggesting he consider a
career in science because his work
and dedication to the class truly astounded
me.
“Two years have passed since
then, and I still feel the same way
as he sits in anatomy. At the beginning
of this year, he told me he
planned to go into medicine. Though
I think Cole would shine in any profession,
it excites me to know the
medical field will be getting such an
inquisitive, kind, and inspiring person
to join their ranks. He is truly
deserving of being selected as Rotary’s
Student of the Month, and I
cannot wait to see his further accolades
as he leaves MPHS and takes on the world.”
After graduation, Cole plans to attend Wilmington
College to become an occupational therapist. He is the
son of Heather and Glenn Davis.
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.
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The London Rotary
Club is pleased to honor
senior Lucas Wolf as
London High School’s
February Student of the
Month.
Students of the
month are selected by
school administrators
based on their academic
and extracurricular
achievement and positive
character.
Lucas has a 4.43
grade point average, is
ranked fourth in his
class, and states his favorite
class is math.
Lucas has been on the
Merit Honor Roll for
three years. He is in the
Lucas Wolf
marching band and has been a section
leader for two years. He has been on the
dean’s list at Clark State University for one
year.
Lucas has received the following honors:
Student of the Month, Portrait of a Graduate,
and London Junior Kiwanian.
When asked to name a school staff person
who inspires him, he named high school
English teacher Michelle Sambas.
“Mrs. Sambas is an inspiration to me because
she has always
pushed students to become
better at writing
and put effort into their
work,” he said.
About Lucas, Sambas
said, “He is a wonderful
young man who
works hard to excel, and
I am proud to know him.
It has been my pleasure
to have Lucas in classes
these past four years in
high school and to
watch him grow into the
intelligent, well spoken
young man that he has
become. I believe that
Lucas will achieve great
things, and I look forward
to his success.”
Lucas plans to attend The Ohio State
University to study civil engineering. He is
the son of Neal and Rae Jean Nevils-Wolf
and Amanda Baker 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
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Flowers are beautiful way to create ambiance
Various elements come together to complete
a wedding day visual. Floral arrangeers
at the wedding ceremony by the special
parents of the couple are set apart from othments
are one such component that can flowers on their attire and in their hands,
create a special and awe-inspiring ambiance.
single bud pinned to the left side of a gen-
among other indicators. Boutonnieres are a
Flowers appeal to at least three of the tleman’s jacket. Corsages can be attached to
senses. Their delicate aroma can help a a dress, but are now often worn on the wrist.
venue smell fresh and inviting. And it’s hard Bouquets are held in hand. They can be a
to deny the visual appeal of a stunning floral
arrangement. There are colors, sizes, tensive displays. Bouquets may feature bare
few flowers gathered together or more ex-
textures, and much more that can cater to stems, or stems may be bound and hidden
any theme. In addition, flowers can add a beneath ribbon and fabric.
tactile element, even if guests do not go Some couples also have a small tossing
around touching the blooms.
bouquet to use later in the day. Flower
Flowers convey so much during weddings petals for a flower girl to drop down the aisle
that it’s important to make finding a florist also may be part of the floral plan.
a priority. The following is a guide to understanding
floral arrangements that may be Guests often are first introduced to floral
Ceremony flowers
included in a wedding.
arrangements at the wedding ceremony.
Bouquets, corsages and boutonnieres Potted or vase-encased flowers may bookend
The wedding party, bride, groom, and the couple at the altar. Seats or pews may
How to pick your gown
be adorned with flower sprays to draw attention
to the aisle, known as aisle markers.
These are subtle choices that enhance the
ceremony space.
Reception components
Flowers may truly shine during the reception.
They’re one of the most important
components when decorating the space.
Flowers serve as centerpieces, so the guest
list and the number of tables will dictate
how many centerpieces are required. These
centerpieces can be elaborate or simply a
few loose flowers in vases. Florists can customize
the look depending on couples’ budgets.
Some additional reception flowers can
include installations on arches or on anything
hanging like a floral backdrop for
photo opportunities.
Tips and tricks
Couples should create a list of everywhere
they would like to use flowers and
present it, along with magazine clippings or
planning boards, to show florists what they
have in mind. It’s important to set a strict
budget so florists can present ideas that are
in line with what couples can spend. Many
expensive looks can be replicated with inseason
flowers or less costly alternatives.
Planning a wedding requires
making many different
decisions. The choice of
wedding attire is among the
most crucial decisions that
couples must make.
Whether the wedding is traditional
or customized to
suit couples’ personalities,
brides and grooms want to
look their best when they
say, “I do.”
Many brides-to-be spend
a significant amount of time
looking for their ideal wedding
dresses. What defines
the right gown depends on personal preference
and is unique to the person doing the
search. For example, a dress that sets a
fairy tale scene for one bride may not necessarily
align with the tastes of another. The
average bride-to-be tries on try three to
seven dresses before finding the right one.
The following tips can help those shopping
for dresses find a look that makes their big
day even more special.
• Arrive with a firm budget
Weddings can be costly. It’s important to
set a budget for the wedding dress just as
you will with other expenses. There are
plenty of dress designers across a wide spectrum
of price points. A willingness to consider
and ultimately purchase a less costly
dress can help you stay on budget.
Browsing through magazines and looking
online can provide wedding dress inspiration,
as well. Also, when in doubt, defer to
the experts at bridal shops
who have experience choosing
dresses that brides are
inclined to love.
• Try a bit of this and
that
Don’t go into a wedding
dress appointment with
firm parameters. Although
you may have a ball gown
style in mind, after trying
on other options something
with a less voluminous silhouette
may actually catch
your eye. Many brides also
automatically defer to strapless
gowns, when various straps and sleeves
can be appealing.
• Don’t get hung up on perfection
Many brides get caught up as they
search for the one dress they consider perfect.
No dress is likely to check every box.
Getting hung up on a desire to find a dress
that has it all may make it hard to see the
beauty in other dresses. Remember, with
the talents of an experienced tailor or seamstress,
most dresses can be tweaked to suit
your vision of the ideal gown.
• Consider the season
Getting married during the hazy and
humid days of summer is an entirely different
experience than tying the knot during
the heart of winter. The fabric of the wedding
dress should complement the season,
whether it’s lightweight and breezy for a
warm day, or more substantial and cozy
when darting to the ceremony in snowfall.

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I have to admit I have not stayed up-to-date with the latest happenings
in the Marvel cinematic universe. After the release of more
than 40 Marvel films and television shows in 15 years, I am a bit
tired of this world. But, I also have to admit I always keep my eyes
open for anything and everything related to the “Ant-Man” franchise.
Ever since the shrinking superhero series debuted in 2015, it has
stood apart. I think that’s because it centers around an average guy.
Or, in this case, an ex-con named Scott Lang who temporarily gains
superpowers after he accidentally dons a suit that shrinks him to
ant-size with the push of a button. Played by the affable and charming
actor Paul Rudd, Scott’s adventures in and out of the suit have
made these films that are full of low stakes, fun hijinks, and shiftsin-scale
camera shots something to look forward to.
When I heard “Ant-Man” was getting his third solo film, I was
excited even though the Marvel fatigue had set in. When I heard
the film was going to kick-start phase five of bringing every single
Marvel comic book character to life on the big screen (that might be
a slight exaggeration), my excitement waned. I knew this probably
meant Marvel Studios had taken over the “Ant-Man” franchise in
service of the greater Marvel machine. And that is exactly what
happened with “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.”
Gone are the fun hijinks, the quirky personalities, and the laidback
feel of the first two Ant-Man films. Instead, we get a proper
Marvel Cinematic Universe blockbuster, complete with high stakes,
intense drama, copious battle scenes, lore and villainy to sustain
the next decade of Marvel film and television properties. The only
thing that saves this film or makes it worthwhile to watch are the
performances by the main cast and the warrior ants.
When the awkwardly titled film begins, we learn Scott has been
on quite the tear in the years since helping save the world from
Thanos. His tear nowadays is not helping people, technically, but
rather touring the country to sell his memoir. The book recounts
his transition from an ex-con to an Avenger whose idea sparked the
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Marvel uses latest ‘Ant-Man’ film to plan for future
time heist that restored billions
of lives during the Infinity Battle.
While Scott is proud of his
accomplishments, his 18-yearold
daughter Cassie (Kathryn
Newton) is less than impressed
by this latest version of her father, believing he should
still be “looking out for the little guy.”
Since taking up the little-guy cause herself, Cassie
has gotten into trouble with the law. After her latest
arrest at a protest for homeless rights, Cassie and her
dad get into an argument. They then get sucked into
the Quantum Realm, a subatomic world under the
Earth filled with beauty, mystery, and dangerous creatures.
Along for the ride are Scott’s superhero romantic
partner Hope van Dyne/the Wasp (Evangeline Lilly)
and her parents Janet van Dyne and Hank Pym
(Michelle Pfeiffer and Michael Douglas).
One of the most dangerous creatures in this strange
new world is Kang the Conqueror (a fantastic Jonathan
Majors), a time traveler who had laid waste to much of
the Quantum Realm. Trapped there for decades, Kang
is eager to travel into a different timeline because there
is so much to see, so much to conquer, so much to destroy.
Naturally, it falls on Scott and his not-so-merry
band of troublemakers to ensure that Kang does not get
out.
The decisions Marvel Studios executives make often
The Central Buckeye Conference (CBC) announced
winners of all-league honors for bowling and basketball.
Jonathan Alder Local Schools and London City Schools
are members of CBC’s Kenton Trail division. Following
are the local athletes who won awards.
Girls’ basketball
• First team all-league: junior Evan Platfoot of
Jonathan Alder and senior Natalie Zabloudil of London;
• Second team all-league: junior Kassie Patterson of
London;
• Special mention: junior Jaxsyn Murdock of
Jonathan Alder and sophomore Chyann Lewis of London;
and
• Sportsmanship: junior Evan Platfoot of Jonathan
Alder and senior Alana Kramer of London.
Boys’ basketball
• League champion: Jonathan Alder
• First team all-league: junior Peyton Heiss of
Jonathan Alder and junior Zach Jones of London;
• Second team all-league: senior Carter Harrington
of Jonathan Alder and senior Brady Carter of London;
the reel deal
Dedra Cordle
confuse me. The introduction of
Kang the Conqueror in the
“Ant-Man” series is a real headscratcher.
Kang’s presence creates
a tonal imbalance
throughout the film, especially
when Scott and Kang meet and
eventually battle. I guess that’s
what happens when you shoehorn
a bunch of lore and heavy
action into a movie franchise
that has always been light on
both.
“Quantumania” relies too heavily on computer generated
imagery and action to get points and plots across.
It did not have to be this way. Marvel Studios should
have trusted director Peyton Reed and writers Jeff
Loveness and Jack Kirby to come up with something inventive
that fit in the previously established “Ant-Man”
framework. Instead, Marvel executives ended up making
a very sad “Ant-Man” experience for this fan. Good
thing we had the charming presence of Rudd and the
talent of Pfeiffer and Majors to make up for all that it
lacked.
Grade: C-
Dedra Cordle is a Messenger staff writer and columnist.
League honors in hoops and bowling
• Special mention: senior Will Jackson of Jonathan
Alder and senior Kobi Payne of London; and
• Sportsmanship: senior Phil Scott of Jonathan
Alder and senior Landon Smith of London.
Girls’ bowling
• First team all-league: senior Danielle Phipps of
Jonathan Alder;
• Second team all-league: junior Daisy Henderson
and senior Haley Henderson of Jonathan Alder;
• Special mention: junior Jayln Moore of Jonathan
Alder; and
• Sportsmanship: sophomore Macie Lane of
Jonathan Alder and senior Marissa Horn of London.
Boys’ bowling
• First team all-league: sophomore Drew Damron of
Jonathan Alder;
• Second team all-league: junior Devin Whitling of
Jonathan Alder;
• Sportsmanship: senior Jacob Allen of Jonathan
Alder and freshman Lane Cremeens of London.
Life saving award goes to two sheriff’s deputies
Madison County Sheriff John Swaney (left)
presents the Buckeye State Sheriffs Association
Life Saving Award to Dep. Dominic
Parks (middle) and Dep. Mike Stone. On Oct.
19, 2022, Parks and Stone were on patrol
around Darby Drive in Jefferson Township
when they noticed smoke coming from a
resident’s home. They notified dispatch and
began to check around the residence at
which time a male was found still inside.
Entry was made and the male was escorted
out. He then advised deputies that his wife
was still inside. Entry was made back into
the residence and the female was located
and escorted out of the home.

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xLegal Notices
Sale of Real Estate
Madison County
Foreclosure Auction
Case# CV20220124
PNC Bank, National Assoication
vs.
Jason Quinn, et al.
The description of the property to be sold is as follows:
Property Address:
247 Ferndale Ct., West Jefferson, Madison, Ohio,
43162;
Legal Description:
Full Legal Listed on Public Website; Parcel Number:
18-00794.000
Bidding will be available only on www.Auction.com
opening on 03/14/2023 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: 03/28/2023 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:
CV20220124 into the search bar.
MM FEBRUARY 19, 26 & MARCH 5, 2023
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PUBLIC HEARING
The London City Council
will be conducting a public hearing
at the regular meeting on
April 6, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.,
in City Council Chambers, located at
20 South Walnut Street, London.
#130-23 Resolution Sponsored by:
Andrew Hitt A resolution adopting the
recommendations of the Planning Commission
for preliminary development plan.
#131-23 Ordinance Sponsored By: John
Stahl An ordinance amending official
zoning map. The complete Resolution may
be viewed at
http://londonohio.gov/public-hearing
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Union Township Trustees
2250 St. Rt.56
London Ohio 43140
Trustees
Mike Sullivan
Matt Furbee
Gary Bogenrife
Fiscal Officer
Rachel Fisher
The Board of Trustees meetings for 2023 are as
follows at the Township Hall. Note: we are changing
the meeting day to Thursdays for 2023., The time
of each meeting is at 7:00 PM. All changes will be
published in the Madison Messenger and/or on the
Union Township website through Madison County
Ohio.
January 12, 26
February 9, 23
March 9, 23
April 6, 20
May 4, 18
June 1, 15, 29
July 13, 27
August 10, 24
September 7, 21
October 5, 19
November 2, 16, 30
December 14, 28 (Reorganization & Appropriation
meeting for 2024)
Thank You,
Union Township Board of Trustees
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NOTICE OF
GOVERNMENT AUCTION
The City of London, Ohio will be
auctioning the following items online at
www.govdeals.com on
March 13th,2023 @3:00pm
until March 23rd, 2023 @3:00pm.
All items sold AS-IS and will be available
for physical inspection by appointment
only by calling 740-852-4462.
(2) Basketball Backboards with rims;
Electric Height Adjusters; Electric Hoist;
Safestop Locking Strap
(4) Basketball Backboards with rims;
Manual Height Adjusters;
(2) Nevco Scoreboards with controllers
Multiple Wall and Railing Padding
MM FEBRUARY 26 & MARCH 5, 2023
MM2023174
1) Ramona Sheehy, A 9, bikes, shelving unit, totes, yard tools. 2) Kristyl Gutchak, A10, bed,
mattress, lots of boxes. 3) Tereas Shaw A11, D37, household items, furniture, boxes and totes.
4) Katlyn Kelley D 37, bed, leather couch, fishing poles. 5) Kelly Rittenhouse E10, kids toys,
TV, tool belt, hand tools, chain saw, tires. 6) Kerry Dingledine F9, Dewalt tools, tool boxes,
furniture, full of boxes and totes. 7) Andrew Seaman, F30, vinyl soffit, hoses, Peter Stone model
horses. 8) Melissa Grannon, J8, furniture, household items. 9) Todd Nagel, J13-P11, totes of
tools, hand tools, corn knives, golf clubs, antique furniture. 10) Joshua Dountz, J21, dresser,
toys, shoes, boots, tools. 11) Megan Rammel, J34, tools, misc items. 12) Roger Riffle, G22,
gun case, roll top desk, table saw, Dewalt tools. 13) Karen Rush, G28, boxes, totes. 14) Heather
Mahon, G40, totes, rolling cooler, dresser, doll collection. 15) Cassandra Evans, G44, clothing,
compressor, totes. 16) Jimmy Evans, G45, dresser, boxes, totes. 17) Rod Krugh, P4. 18) Joel
Hatfield, dressers, furniture and boxes.
ALL ITEMS MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE UNITS
.22 Ruger rifle/2 clips, hard long gun case
9 boxes of 7.62x25 ammo, 4 boxes of 7.62x39 ammo
Pressure washer, large knife collection, hand crafted Amish furniture, lots of tools, drop leaf table,
antique milk jug, Coleman cot, cast iron mechanical banks, vintage aluminum/wool fire suit with
helmet and gas mask, Diston saws, antique wooden carpenters tool box, vintage box plainers,
flatware, diamond truck box, old marbles, wheat pennies, rolls of leather, new suitcases...more
items will be added prior to the sale.
Come and bid, lots of units full of boxes and totes,
unknown what you will find.
See you all at the auction, cash only, 10% buyers premium.
Auction conducted by: Geoff Smith Auctioneers - London, OH - (614) 204-1175
Auctioneers: Geoff Smith/Grant Zerkle
MM FEBRUARY 26 & MARCH 5, 2023
2 AUCTIONS!!!
UNPAID STORAGE AUCTION
Wall to Wall Storage will auction UnPaid Units
1800 State Route 56 SW, London, OH.
March 25, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.
CONSIGNMENT AUCTION IMMEDIATELY
FOLLOWING THE STORAGE AUCTION
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Village of West Jefferson
Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public
hearing on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 – 6:30 pm
at the Community Center, 230 Cemetery Road to hear
the following case(s):
Applicant; C P West Jefferson, LLC is requesting Planning
Commission recommendations to rezone and
consolidate parcels at the subject property 5055 State
Route 29.
Applicant; Staff is requesting Planning Commission
recommendation to rezone the following properties:
The Funeral Home, Golf Course, Grade School, High
School and Westwood Park.
PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE PRIOR TO THE
MEETING FOR THE DETAILS
For Information on the above case(s)
Please Contact Tom Hale at 614-379-5250.
Regular business hours.
(Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
closed from 12:00-1:00)
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the City of London
Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public
hearing on Tuesday March 7, 2023 - 5:30 pm at
20 South Walnut Street to hear the following
case(s):
Applicant: Tom Coughlin, Business: Coughlin
Automotive is requesting a variance for a sign at
255 Lafayette Street.
For Information on the above case(s)
please contact 614-379-5250.
The City of London
Building and Zoning Department
20 South Walnut Street, Suite 105,
London, Ohio, 43140
Regular business hours:
(Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 12:00 pm)
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NORTH CENTRAL OHIO SOLID WASTE DISTRICT
Public Comment Period and Public Hearing for
Draft Solid Waste Management Plan
The North Central Ohio Solid Waste District (District) is establishing a 30-day written comment period
(Wednesday, March 1, 2023, until Thursday, March 30, 2023) on the draft solid waste management plan (Ohio
Revised Code Section 3734.55). The District has prepared a draft solid waste management plan as required
by Section 3734.54 of the Ohio Revised Code. Once the 30-day written comment period is over, the District
will hold two public hearings to obtain oral comments regarding the draft Solid Waste Management Plan Update
on Monday, April 3, 2023, at the Union County Office Building, 233 West 6th Street, Commissioners Hearing
Room, Marysville, Ohio at 9:00 am, and at the Allen County Court of Appeals, 204 N. Main Street, 1st Floor
Conference Room, Lima, Ohio at 11:30 am.
The draft plan is available for review on the District’s Website at: www.ncowaste.org or at the following locations:
North Central Ohio Solid Waste District
815 Shawnee Road, Suite D
Lima, OH 45805
Champaign County Commissioners Office
1512 South US Hwy 68, Suite A100
Urbana, OH 43078
Madison County Commissioners Office
1 North Main Street
London, Ohio 43140
Union County Commissioners Office
233 West Sixth Street
Marysville, Ohio 40340
Allen County Commissioners Office
204 North Main Street, Suite 301
Lima, Ohio 45801
Hardin County Commissioners Office
One Courthouse Square, Suite 100
Kenton, Ohio 43326
Shelby County Commissioners Office
129 East Court Street
Sidney, Ohio 45365
Please call (614) 228-8278 with
any questions about the Plan Update
or the opportunity to review a copy
The District will accept written comments, as required by Ohio Revised Code Section 3734.55, on the draft
Plan Update from March 1, 2023 – March 30, 2023. Written comments must be submitted by March 30, 2023,
to Mr. Jack DeWitt, NCO Solid Waste District, 815 Shawnee Road, Suite D, Lima, Ohio 45805, or by email to:
jack@ncowaste.org. Please call (419) 228-8278 with any questions about the draft Plan Update, public comment
period or public hearing.
The draft Plan Update includes a budget and fees to finance the Plan, a solid waste facility inventory, projections
and strategies, facilities and programs to be used, and an analysis of the progress made toward achieving
state solid waste reduction goals. The Plan Update includes six chapters that are prepared specifically for the
public’s review. They include: Introduction, District Profile, Waste Generation, Waste Management, Waste Reduction
and Recycling and Budget.
This draft is an update to a previously approved solid waste plan. This Plan Update details the following: Recycling
Infrastructure Inventory, Population Data, Disposal Data, Residential/Commercial/Industrial Recycling
Data, Waste Generation Data, a Strategic Evaluation of Old and New Proposed District Programs, Methodology
to Select Program Priorities, Achievement of State Recycling Goals, Education and Outreach Programs, Greenhouse
Gas Emissions Calculations, Financial Data, Designation of Facilities, and a updated Siting Strategy.
The draft plan includes a demonstration of access to capacity that determines there is more than fifteen years
of landfill capacity available to the District. Under this plan, the Board of Commissioners is authorized to designate
facilities in accordance with Section 343.014 of the Ohio Revised Code.
The draft Plan Update complies with State Plan Goal #1: Providing infrastructure for recycling to over 80% of
the population in each county of the District. The District is committed to maintaining its achievement of
Goal 1. The District funds plan programs and current operations through a contract fee with designated facilities
that accept solid waste from the District.
MM FEBRUARY 26, 2023
The 2022 Annual Financial
Report for Union Township,
Madison County
was filed with the Auditor of
State and is available for review
by calling 740-506-6266.
Rachel Fisher
Union Township Fiscal Officer
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Public Notice
The City of London Building Department this day made and entered upon its records the following order:
The premises affected by this order is known or described at 5 Stewart Street, London, OH 43140.
A structure on this premises has been declared unsafe and dangerous and shall be abated by construction
or demolition. Further Sections 109.4 and 113.2 of the 2019 Residential Code of Ohio requires: “Residential
buildings, structures and the building equipment shall be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition...” You
can bring the structure in compliance in one of the two following ways:
Compliance by Construction:
1. Submit construction documents prior to commencing construction.
(2019 Residential Code of Ohio) 105.1 Approval Required.
Any owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move or change the occupancy of
a residential building or structure, or portion thereof, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or
replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing system, other residential building service equipment, or piping
system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make
application to the building official and obtain the required approval.
Compliance by Demolition:
1. The removal of all structure and non-structural members, including the foundation from the site.
2. The filling in of all excavations relating to the removal of said structure.
3. The removal of all storage or debris in conjunction with the demolition process.
4. The safe and adequate elimination of all utility connections.
5. Secure necessary demolition permits and approvals.
This order must be complied with within thirty (30) days from the date of order. Failure to comply with this
Order will result in demolition of the property. Additionally, any person who fails to obey an order of the
Building Official is guilty of a misdemeanor, and shall be fined not more than $300.00 for each offense as
provided in Ohio Revised Code Sections 307.37 and 307.99 (c). Each day during which a violation of these
regulations occurs shall be a separate offense.
In accordance with Chapter 119 of the ORC, you have 30 days from the mailing date of appeal the adjudication
order. To request an appeal hearing, submit and complete an Residential Building Appeal application along
with a check or money order for $200.00 made payable to:
City of London
Building and Zoning Department
20 South Walnut Street, Suite 105
London, OH 43140
The written request shall include the items from the Correction Letter being appealed, the reasons for the
appeal and relief sought. A copy of this notice shall be attached to your request.
At an appeal hearing you have the right to be represented by counsel. You may present arguments orally or
in writing. You may also present evidence and examine witnesses appearing for or against you.
Further, as provided in O.R.C. Section 307.37 in the event any building is being maintained in violation of
these regulations, the City Council, the Prosecuting Attorney for the City of London, or the Building Official
or any adjacent neighboring owner who would be especially damaged by such violations may institute a
suite for injunction, abatement or other appropriate action to prevent such a violation.
Issued under the authority of Chapter 307.37 Ohio Revised Code and 2019 Residental Code of Ohio.
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The following matters are the subject of this public notice by the
Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. The complete public
notice, including any additional instructions for submitting
comments, requesting information, a public hearing, or filing an
appeal may be obtained at: https://epa.ohio.gov/actions or
Hearing Clerk, Ohio EPA, 50 W. Town St. P.O. Box 1049, Columbus,
Ohio 43216. Ph: 614-644-3037 email: HClerk@epa.ohio.gov
Final Issuance of Permit to Install
Redwood Acquisitions LLC
Facility Description: Wastewater
ID #: 1547668
Date of Action: 02/09/2023
This final action not preceded by proposed action and is appealable
to ERAC.
Project: Redwood West Jefferson
Project Location: SR 142, West Jefferson
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MADISON COUNTY, OHIO
PROBATE DIVISION, JUVENILE COURT
Case No. 22330004
Summons By Publication
In the Matter of
Cn R (M)
Dependent Child
To: Chastity Gullett, LKA 900 Miller Ave., Columbus, OH 43206
Pedro Estaban Rubio-Zaragoza, LKA 5473 Ravine Bluff Court,
Columbus, OH 43231
Amanda Mills, LKA 198 Elm Street, Apt. 15 A, London, OH 43140
A complaint has been filed in this Court by the State of Ohio/
Madison County Children Services, alleging dependency of Cn R
(M) DOB 06/13/2007, pursuant to O.R.C. 2151.04. An initial hearing
has been scheduled at the Madison County Juvenile Court, 1
North Main Street, London, OH 43140, on Monday, March 13,
2023, at 2:30 p.m., and for adjudication hearing on Monday, April
10, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., at the call of the Court thereafter.
You are indicated as being the parents/custodian 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
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counsel to provide representation upon request. If you believe
that you qualify, contact the Court at (740) 852-0760.
CHRISTOPHER J. BROWN
Juvenile Judge
Madison County, Ohio
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may be obtained or viewed at the offices of the City Law Director or the City
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR PERSONAL PROPERTY NO LONGER NEEDED FOR CITY PURPOSES
RESOLUTION 129-23 - Sponsored by: Greg Eades A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF
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Swierz nominated to West Point
Rep. Mike Carey (left) and Major General John Harris (right) congratulate
Madison County resident Zachary Swierz on his nomination
to the United States Military Academy in West Point, N.Y.
Rep. Mike Carey of Ohio nominated
Zachary Swierz of Madison County to the
United States Military Academy in West
Point, N.Y. Swierz is the son of Gary and
Terri Swierz and attends Bishop Ready
High School in Columbus.
“One of the greatest honors I have as a
congressman is to nominate ambitious
young men and women across Ohio’s 15th
Congressional District to the United States
Service Academies,” Carey said. “It is encouraging
to see a younger generation with
a drive to serve their country and, having
spent time with these students and having
learned of their accomplishments, I feel rest
assured that the future of our military is in
great hands.”
In pursuit of a nomination to a U.S. military
academy, students submit their application
and are interviewed by Carey’s
Military Academy Review Board. The board
evaluates the students on academic performance,
leadership ability, and community
involvement.
To receive a service academy nomination
from Carey, candidates must be an unmarried
resident of Ohio’s 15th Congressional
District, a United States citizen, and between
the ages of 17 and 23. Qualified persons
interested in pursuing a nomination to
one of the United States Service Academies
can visit www.carey.house.gov for more information
or contact Carey’s office at (614)
927-6902.
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Respect for
the U.S. flag
As I drive around the London, West Jefferson,
and Choctaw Lake areas, it does my
heart good to see all the flag poles flying the
American flag (a.k.a. Old Glory). However,
it is very disappointing and disrespectful at
what terrible condition many of those flags
are in: tattered, ripped, torn, etc.
Please, if your American flag is damaged,
retire it and hopefully replace it with
a new one. To correctly retire an American
flag, you can contact any American Legion
post or Veterans of Foreign Wars post. Additionally,
there is a drop box available in
downtown West Jefferson at the corner of
East Main Street (Route 40) and North Center
Street to drop off your American flag to
have it properly retired.
For a list of flag drop-off locations that
can be found around the country, visit
https://www.usflagstore.com/flag_disposal_s/2241.htm/.
Alex Cwiekalo, USAF retired (1966-96)
London