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February 11, 2024 www.columbusmessenger.com Vol. XXXIX No. 6
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Jury convicts man in West Jeff shooting deaths
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
Following a week-long trial, John Paul
Steckel, 37, of Franklin County was found
guilty of four counts of aggravated murder
for the shooting deaths of four Madison
County residents in West Jefferson in May
of 2021. Madison County Common Pleas
Judge Eamon Costello sentenced Steckel to
four life sentences without parole.
The trial took place the week of Jan. 29.
After hearing closing arguments on Feb. 2.
the jury deliberated for approximately four
hours before delivering their verdict. In addition
to the murder convictions, the jury
found Steckel guilty of four firearm specifications
for committing the murders with a
firearm. He was sentenced to an additional
12 years in prison for those counts.
About the outcome, Madison County
Prosecutor Nicholas Adkins said, “The No.
1 thought I have is that I am pleased to
bring closure to the afflicted families.”
The crime was perpetrated on May 24,
2021. The West Jefferson Police Department
received a 911 call about a male with
a possible gunshot wound lying at the rear
of a residence at 127 Jackson St. in West
Jefferson. Upon arriving at the scene, officers
found one male lying outside the residence
and two males and one female inside
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The Madison County Arts
Council hosted its 26th Annual
Youth Artist Showcase
at London United Methodist
Church.
The event saw a great
turnout of performers and audience
members. Ten acts performed,
including soloists,
instrumentalists, and choirs,
representing all areas of
Madison County.
Monies collected through a
freewill offering will be used to
support the Arts Council’s annual
scholarships to five Madison
County graduates.
Students interested in applying
for a scholarship can
check the council’s website
and Facebook page for more
information and applications.
The application also has been
sent to guidance counselors at
each county school. The application
deadline is March 29.
the residence. All four had suffered gunshot
wounds and were pronounced dead at the
scene.
The victims were: Andrew T. Swindall,
Shawn A. Wright, Jamie D. Lavender, and
Leon B. Daniels.
Investigators used a combination of video
footage from residential and business surveillance
cameras and information from cell
phone service providers to positively identify
Steckel as the suspect. The information
also helped investigators to identify
Steckel’s girlfriend, Mickael Hairston of
Franklin County, who had been with
Steckel at the scene, Adkins said. Hairston
cooperated with the authorities and testified
as an eyewitness at the trial.
All of the parties involved knew one another.
Steckel and Hairston had arrived at
the residence at approximately 10 p.m. the
night before the shootings, Adkins said.
Hairston testified that Steckel, influenced
by drug use and lack of sleep, came up with
a plan to rob and kill the others.
Steckel has an extensive criminal history.
At the time the trial started for the
quadruple homicide, he had 10 prior felony
convictions, Adkins said.
The West Jefferson Police Department
served as the lead agency in the investigation.
They were assisted by the Madison
Young talent shines
Samuel Messer, a junior at
West Jefferson High School,
plays and sings his own
arrangement of a song at the
Young Artist Showcase.
County Prosecutor’s Office, Ohio Bureau of our most vulnerable times of grief,” said
Criminal Investigation, Madison County West Jefferson Police Chief Brandon Smith.
Sheriff’s Office, Franklin County Sheriff’s “Teamwork, cooperation, and commitment
Office, London Police Department, and are fundamental values to achieve a common
Montgomery County Coroner’s Office. Madison
goal. Through the willingness to work
County Victim Advocate Brooke Musselman
together toward this common purpose, we
served as a liaison between the have achieved justice together.”
victims’ families and the Prosecutor’s Office. Smith added, “Our hearts go out to the
“We are grateful as a community to have victims’ families, and our prayers are forever
such an immense effort of teamwork during
with you.”
Traffic control discussed
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
Mount Sterling village council members
are expected to vote on Feb. 12 regarding
road closures for community events slated
for this year.
Council member Becky Martin, also a
member of the Mount Sterling Chamber of
Commerce, presented a list of Chamber
events at council’s Jan. 22 meeting, asking
for approval for temporary road closures for
the events which take place on and around
downtown streets.
Council member Joyce Phillips asked
that council refer the request to the streets
committee for additional thought before
taking a vote.
“There have been a lot of things come up
in regards to the street closures, not only to
the mayor but to other council members
within the community. We have expressed
a concern before, but we’re bringing it up
now because of the volume of complaints
we’re getting from residents,” Phillips said.
Martin responded, “Every year, you have
an issue with the events we’re putting on in
the town. You express the views of a few
complainers. There are hundreds of people
who are out there enjoying the events. It
brings commerce into the community. We
follow all of the procedures (for road closures).”
Phillips said she isn’t opposed to the
events and often attends them. Her concern,
she said, is with feedback she has received,
especially regarding traffic issues with the
events that last a full day or multiple days.
“All I’m asking is that we take this to a
streets meeting for further discussion. This
is what I promised the residents,” Phillips
said.
The streets committee met on Jan. 26
and discussed the road closures.
“We got our partners from ODOT (Ohio
Department of Transportation) and the
(Madison County) Sheriff’s Office around
the table with us,” said Mayor Andy Drake.
“We discussed how to handle the all-day
and multi-day events in particular.”
Drake explained that even with signage
in place, the village has had problems with
people going against the temporary traffic
patterns, cutting down side streets and alleys
during special events held downtown.
Working with ODOT and the Sheriff’s
Office, the village has been able to mitigate
some of these problems in the last couple of
years, he said, but this year the village has
the added challenge of increased traffic due
to construction on I-71 and solar farm construction
north and south of town.
Some solutions came out of the Jan. 26
streets committee meeting, Drake said.
ODOT plans to help the village with signage
and update Google maps and its OHGO app
to show any road closures in real time,
thereby facilitating rerouting instructions
for navigation systems. This should help
with traffic in general, as well as during
special events.
Additionally, the Sheriff’s Office plans to
increase the number of deputies on duty
during the longer events, utilizing auxiliary
deputies.
“Deputy presence is key to controlling
traffic and making sure it’s flowing the way
it should,” Drake said.
The 2024 events that require temporary
road closures are as follows:
• Summer Jam. This Chamber event is
set for June 13-15. Typically, roads are
closed two days prior to the start of the
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Whit’s Frozen Custard opens in West Jefferson
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
West Jefferson is now home to a Whit’s Frozen Custard. The
grand opening took place on Feb. 3.
The new franchise location, owned by husband-and-wife team
Jami and Rick Oyster, is located at 265 E. Main St. and is open
daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Jami is a guidance counselor at Madison-Plains Local Schools.
Rick works in management for UPS. Their decision to open a Whit’s
Frozen Custard stemmed from one of Jami’s fond childhood memories.
“I grew up in Hilliard, and whenever we visited my great-grandparents
in West Jefferson, we would all go to the ice cream place
near the (municipal) pool,” she said.
Jami, Rick, and their two children, Zack and Audrey, recently
moved to West Jefferson. When they realized there were no ice cream
shops in town anymore, they decided to do something about it.
“We wanted to bring something different to the community.
We’re all about small business and supporting small business,” said
Jami, adding that her children, both students at West Jefferson
High School, are involved in the business, too.
Whit’s offers frozen custard in all sorts of shapes and forms, including
cups, cones, shakes, banana splits, and Whitsers (custard
blended with a choice of ingredients). Customers first choose their
custard flavor—chocolate, vanilla, or the flavor of the week. They
then can choose from a variety of toppings and mix-ins, including
syrups, fruit, candies, nuts, cake bites, whipped cream, sprinkles,
and more. Other offerings include brownie blitzes, strawberry
shortcakes, and rootbeer floats. Everything is made fresh each day.
The store also offers frozen grab-and-go items, including pints,
quarts, custard cakes, chocolate-covered bananas, and Whitties
(custard sandwiched between two cookies). They offer savory items,
too, including hot dogs, footlongs, coneys, pulled pork barbecue
sandwiches, shredded chicken sandwiches, and, in the winter
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event and reopened the morning after the event once
vendors have packed up and the area is cleaned.
• Independence Day Parade. This Chamber event is
set for the morning of July 4. Typically, this requires a
brief, rolling road closure as the parade makes its way
through town.
• Downtown Street Market and Car Show. This
Chamber event is set for Sept. 21. Roads are typically
closed from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. that day.
Messenger photo by Jeff Pfeil
Owners Jami and Rick Oyster (front, center) prepare to cut the ribbon at the Feb. 3 grand opening of their Whit’s
Frozen Custard location, 265 E. Main St., West Jefferson. They are surrounded by members of the Madison
County Chamber of Commerce, representatives of the village of West Jefferson, and friends and family.
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Rich Oil, 278 Lafayette St.
Speedway, 102 W. High St.
Bluebird, 2260 State Rte. 56 SW
Dwyer Hardware, 150 S. Main St.
Cappy's Pizza, 225 Lafayette St.
LAKE CHOCTAW
Marathon, 2180 Old Columbus Rd.
WEST JEFFERSON
West Jeff Hardware, 228 E. Main St.
Anders & Associates, 46 E. Main St.
SOUTH SOLON
Stokes Township/South Solon Fire
Station, 7105 E. Main St.
MIDWAY
Vallery & Dorn Ins., 13769 Main St.
The store has a few tables for dining inside and,
when the weather warms up, will have outdoor seating.
“We had a great turnout our opening weekend. The
positive response has been overwhelming in a good way.
We’re very thankful to have the support of the commu-
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nity,” Jami said.
Whit’s Frozen Custard is headquartered in
Granville, Ohio, and supports individually owned franchises
in nine states.
• Veterans Day Ceremony. American Legion Post 417
will host a ceremony the morning of Nov. 11 at the Veterans
Memorial in downtown Mount Sterling, requiring
roughly a two-hour road closure.
• Christmas in the Village. This half-day Chamber
event is set for 4-8 p.m. Dec. 7. Typically, roads are
closed from noon to approximately 9 p.m. for this event.
Mount Sterling village council’s Feb. 12 meeting is
set for 7 p.m. in council chambers at town hall, 1 S. London
St.
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Lease status for city farmland to be determined
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
BPU must advertise for bids for the lease
for five weeks before entering into a contract.
time around mid- to late-May.
Council member Michael Norman moved
Because potential renters need time that the emergency wording be removed
The lease status for farmland owned by
the city of London is up in the air.
to prepare for the upcoming planting season,
the city placed an emergency clause on McDaniels seconded it.
from the legislation. Council member Brent
On Feb. 1, city council considered legislation
that would authorize the Board of
the current resolution. Rex Castle, London’s “This deadline should not have been a
Public Utilities (BPU) to advertise for bids
safety-service director, explained that the surprise,” Norman said, adding that he didn’t
see how missing a deadline for a rental
and enter into a contract to lease the approximately
160 acres of farmland it owns
emergency clause would allow council to bypass
the three-reading rule, vote on the legislation,
and have it go into effect safety issue.
agreement was an urgent public health or
adjacent to the city sanitation department
at the end of Jenkinson Avenue.
immediately, allowing the five-week advertising
period to start as soon as possible. late. It wasn’t our intent,” Castle said. “Nor-
“It’s unfortunate that this was brought
Typically, BPU leases the land to farmers
for three years at a time. This time
Without the clause, the legislation would mally, it’s advertised for two weeks. We
around, BPU is looking to lease the land for
have to be read at three council meetings would have had more leeway and wouldn’t
two years. The most recent lease expired in
then wait 30 days to go into effect if passed, have to do this in such a big hurry. But because
we have to advertise for five weeks,
December. Last year, it generated $43,543
after which the five-week advertising period
in revenue for the city.
would start—putting the bid opening some-
it’s putting us behind the eight-ball.”
Bear and Sid available for adoption
The following pets are up for adoption at
the Humane Society of Madison County.
Bear
This is the good boy known as Bear. This
handsome fellow came to the shelter after
his previous owner wasn’t able to keep him.
He is about 6 years old.
Bear had some dental disease when he
arrived at the shelter, so the majority of his
teeth were pulled. Losing a number of teeth
has caused him to have a bit of an endearing
underbite look about him. Despite the
missing teeth, he still eats dry food like a
champ. He is a big fan of canned food,
though, and has requested that his forever
home still provide that to him.
This boy is the sweetest thing you’ll ever
meet. He loves nothing more than to be
brushed. He also is a Grade A lap kitty. He
truly is a champion cuddle bug.
Bear is a laid-back guy and doesn’t get
upset by anything. He roams free in the cat
room and gets along wonderfully with other
kitties. Shelter staff think he would do just
fine as the only pet in a home or in a home
with other fur babies. Just remember that
it takes three months for kitties to feel acclimated
in their new home.
It’s a sad fact that black kitties are always
the last to be adopted, and the shelter
staff doesn’t understand why. Like so many
other black kitties, Bear has one of the best
personalities ever.
Adoption fees for cats are $100 for kittens
up to 6 months old and $80 for cats 7
months and older. It includes: a FeLV/FIV
test (if old enough), spay or neuter, a Home
Again microchip, a set of shots, deworming,
and a one-year rabies shot (if old enough).
Fees can be paid by cash or credit card.
Sid
Helllllooooo! My name is Sid. The people
here at the shelter named me after the “Ice
Age” movie character with the goofy eyes.
But really, I’m more Sid, the punk rock icon.
I am probably a terrier mix. I weigh around
53 pounds, and I was probably born in December
2022. I was found making my way
about town on my own; a swell lady drove
me to the shelter.
I love to sing. The shelter staff has been
Bear
Sid
great about letting me express myself
through my voice and chasing my dream of
being the first dog ever on “The Voice.” My
voice is a cross between that of a mournful
husky and a hound’s howl. Because I like to
sing often, it is probably best if I go to a
house and not an apartment so I don’t
bother the neighbors.
I love to go on lots of exploration walks,
and I am great while on leash. Sniffing is
my superpower. When I am not outside
playing or going for walks, I really enjoy
chin scratches. I am a very animated and
funny boy with a goofball personality. I love
to have fun and play, but I have a loving
and affectionate side, as well. I take pride
in having a clean kennel. House training
should be very easy for me to pick up.
I have met a couple of other dog friends
in my short time here, and I do better with
dogs that are smaller. I am very interested
in dogs my own size, but when meeting
them I can be timid at first. When it comes
to feline friends, I am a bit afraid of them,
but with time and a proper introduction, I
think I would be cool with cats.
Adoption fees for dogs vary: shelter dogs
are $180, prison dogs are $250, puppies are
$300, and popular pure-breeds are $400.
The price includes: a Home Again microchip,
set of shots, deworming, heartworm
testing (if old enough), spay or neuter, and
a one-year rabies shot (if old enough). All
dogs adopted must leave with a county license
at an additional cost of $17; this fee is
cash only. Adoption fees can be paid by cash
or credit card.
General Humane Society info
The Humane Society is located at 2020
Plain City Georgesville Rd., West Jefferson.
If you are interested in adopting a pet, fill
out an application online at www.hsmcohio.org
or call the shelter at (614) 879-8368.
The shelter is open by appointment.
Fundraisers
Dine at Texas Roadhouse, 1770 Hilliard
Rome Rd., Hilliard, between 3 and 10 p.m.
Feb. 20 and the restaurant will donate 10
percent of your bill (including drinks and
gift card purchases) to the Humane Society
of Madison County. Be sure to tell your
server you are there to support the Humane
Society. Flyers can be printed from
www.hsmcohio.org.
The Humane Society is looking for bakers
for the spring bake sale set for 10 a.m.-
2 p.m. March 30 at Tractor Supply Co., 300
Lafayette St., London, and Tractor Supply
Co., 5525 W. Broad St., Columbus. Baked
goods can be dropped off at the shelter between
1 and 4:30 p.m. March 29.
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Council member Shannon Treynor commented
that the five-week requirement has
been in effect since 2013. Castle said the
city has historically done two weeks, but
Jennifer Hitt, the city’s law director, caught
the five-week rule this time.
Norman’s motion to remove the emergency
wording from the resolution failed 2-
5. Norman and McDaniels cast the “yes”
votes. Treynor, Greg Eades, Rich Hays, Andy
Hitt, and John Stahl voted “no.” The emergency
wording stayed on the legislation.
Andy Hitt then motioned to suspend the
three-reading rule; Stahl seconded. Hitt,
Hays, Stahl, and Treynor voted “yes.”
Eades, McDaniels, and Norman voted “no.”
While the “yes” votes outnumbered the “no”
votes 4-3, the motioned failed. An affirmative
three-fourths vote is required to suspend
the rules.
As a result, the legislation will be up for
a second reading at council’s next meeting
on Feb. 15. At that time, council can once
again consider suspending the rules.
Les Geyman, sanitation superintendent,
said he knows of at least two farmers who
are interested in leasing the land.
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in Madison County is Monday, February 12, 2024.
• Payments must be made in person at the Madison
County Treasurer’s Office until 4:00 P.M. Monday,
February 12, 2024.
• Mailed payments must be postmarked by the Post
Office by midnight Monday, February 12, 2024.
• By law, first-half taxes paid after February 12, 2024,
will incur a 5% penalty for the first ten days and
after ten days a 10% penalty will incur regardless
of whether the taxpayer has received a bill.
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CHASTAIN
Douglas Edward Chastain, 70, of Lexington,
Ohio, died unexpectedly on Jan. 20,
2024, in his residence. Born on Nov. 25,
1953, in Columbus, he was a son of Harvey
Chastain and Constance (Smith) Chastain.
Doug devoted over 25 years to the automotive
industry working for UAW. He
greatly enjoyed fishing, especially when he
was able to fish with his sons and grandkids.
Doug also enjoyed watching the
Browns and Buckeyes play football, as well
as all college basketball.
He is survived by: his mother, Connie
Chastain; sons, Todd Chastain and Jeremy
(Melinda Howard) Chastain; grandchildren,
Tiffany Chastain, Mandasia Chastain, Jeremy
Chastain Jr., Nevaeh Chastain, DeAngelo
Chastain, Carter Chastain, and Carson
Chastain; great-grandchildren, Brooklyn
and Davion Chastain; brother, Dwayne
Chastain; sister, Susan (Jerry) Malone;
many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Doug was preceded in death by: his father,
Harvey Chastain; beloved wife, Joellen
Chastain; son, Edward Chastain; and
brother, Dennis Chastain.
Calling hours and a memorial service
were held on Feb. 3 at Eberle-Fisher Funeral
Home and Crematory, London, with
Pastor Steve Gilkerson officiating.
Condolences may be shared at
www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.
BODLE
John (Jeff) Bodle passed away on Jan.
30, 2024, in Loveland, Ohio. Born in
Granville, Ohio, on Sept. 27, 1947, to John
and Jeanne (McKnight) Bodle, he graduated
from Vanderbilt University, Class of 1969.
As president of Citizen’s Bank of London
from 1988 to 2004, he was dedicated to the
community of London, Ohio. He served as
president of the London Chamber of Commerce,
was an LABC baseball coach, and
was an all-around supporter of initiatives
that had a positive impact on his community.
Jeff leaves behind many loving family
members: his wife of 50 years, Catherine
(Sparling) Bodle; his two children, Carrie
Bodle (Dr. Axel Roesler) of Seattle, Washington,
and Ryan Bodle (Kara Bodle) of
Cincinnati, Ohio; his grandchildren, Otto
and Enzo Roesler, Owen and Lucas Bodle;
sister, Kathleen Fisher (John Fisher) of
Grove City, Ohio; sister-in-law, Mary Lynne
Yokum (Dr. Harry Yokum) of London, Ohio;
and many nieces and nephews.
Calling hours and a memorial service
were held on Feb. 3 at Eberle-Fisher Funeral
Home and Crematory, London. Burial
followed at Kirkwood Cemetery, London.
Condolences may be shared online at
www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.
WILKIE
Shirley S. Wilkie (Sherlock): Dec. 19,
1937-Jan. 30, 2024.
Shirley S. Wilkie was born on Dec. 19,
1937, in Toston, Montana. Born the 11th
child of 13 brothers and sisters, Shirley had
a wonderful childhood growing up in Toston,
Townsend, and Helena, Montana, as the
daughter of a rancher and homemaker. She
was called upon to babysit her nieces and
nephews and helped with her younger siblings.
Shirley excelled in academics and
homemaking while in school–sewing and
modeling her new fashions! She loved sharing
the stories of her life growing up in Helena
and showing family the homes she
lived in and the places she frequented.
Shirley worked as a telephone operator and
Easter candy decorator in her early high
school years, as well.
Shirley married Napoleon (Tony) A.
Wilkie Jr. on April 23, 1957, in Boulder,
Montana. As a couple, they traveled the
world as part of the United States Air Force.
Traveling to exotic places like Seville,
Spain, Clark Air Base, Luzon Island, Philippines,
and places closer to Montana; Mountain
Home AFB, Idaho, Fairchild and
McChord AFBs, Washington, Grand Forks
and Minot AFBs, North Dakota. Shirley
was the rock of the family, making sure they
all transferred to their new stations safely
and set up the new home without missing a
beat. They had four children, Lawrence
Wilkie (Susan), Napoleon Wilkie III (Violet),
Katherine Platter (William), and Chris
Wilkie (1966-2022) (Dawn).
When her youngest was school age, she
had some miscellaneous jobs working in retail,
but then began her career as a civil servant
for the U.S. Air Force, from a cashier
at the base commissary to telephone operator
and became the well-respected “Operator
10” at McChord AFB. Shirley reached
out for another promotion as an inspector
for base housing–receiving many accolades
and awards.
Shirley and Tony handed in their working
hats and became full-time travelers.
They explored the southern states, but always
ended up parking their motorhome at
one of their children’s homes. She truly enjoyed
spending time with family, especially
the grandchildren.
Shirley is survived by: her daughter,
Katherine (William) Platter, and sons,
Lawrence (Susan) Wilkie and Napoleon III
(Violet); siblings, Donald W. Sherlock, Jay
B. Sherlock, and Evelyn Winkle; numerous
grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
She was preceded in death by: her husband,
Napoleon A. Wilkie Jr. (1935-2014);
her youngest son, Chris Allen Wilkie
(Dawn) (1966-2022); parents, Jonathan
Wigmore Sherlock (1893-1977) and Mary
Elizabeth “Mayme” Sherlock (1905-1955);
siblings, Gene H. Sherlock (1935-1973),
Douglas L. Sherlock (1942-1979), Robert E.
Sherlock (1929-1985), Raymond W. Sherlock
(1923-1992), Thomas P. Sherlock (1926-
2009), Laura J. Longaberger (1925-2011),
Edward J. Sherlock (1927-2017), Clarence
W. Sherlock (1922-2018) and Marjorie Goettle
Garden (1932-2018).
A funeral liturgy was held at St.
Patrick’s Catholic Church, London, Ohio, on
Feb. 8. Eberle-Fisher Funeral Home and
Crematory, London, handled arrangements,
www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com. Burial
will be during the spring of 2024, at Holy
Cross Catholic Cemetery, St. John, North
Dakota.
BUSH
Mary E. Bush, 94, of Marysville, Ohio,
formerly of London, Ohio, died on Jan. 31,
2024, in Walnut Crossing, Marysville, surrounded
by her loving family. Born on April
6, 1929, in Madison County, she was a
daughter of William Huff and Maude
(Davidson) Huff.
Mary had worked for the Dial Corporation,
retiring after 37 years of service. She
enjoyed The Ohio State Buckeyes, playing
cards, but most of all, her family.
She leaves behind: granddaughters, Nici
(RJ) Crosby of Huntsville, Angie (Wylie)
Seely of Marysville; great-grandchildren,
Jakob Reed, Jarrett Reed, Reagan Crosby,
Jordon (Miranda) Cox, Blake Seely, Kaelyn
Seely; great-great-granddaughter, Callie
Cox; a nephew who was like a son to Mary,
Mike Hulbert, and his wife Karol and sons
Isaac and Noah; several other nieces and
nephews; stepdaughters, Melodye Bush and
Beth Cimprich.
Mary was preceded in death by: her parents;
husband, Delmar L. Bush in 2013;
daughter and son-in-law, Sandy and Regi
Cox; sisters, Hazel Jean McClaskie and Virginia
Hulbert; brothers-in-law, Max Mc-
Claskie and Jim Hulbert.
A private graveside service will be held
at the convenience of the family in Paint
Memorial Cemetery, London.
Memorials in Mary’s name may be sent
to: Humane Society of Madison County,
2020 State Rte. 142 NE, West Jefferson, OH
43162.
The family is being served by Eberle-
Fisher Funeral Home and Crematory, London.
Condolences may be shared at
www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.
McSAVANEY
Dolores C. “Dee” McSavaney, 94, of London,
Ohio, died on Feb. 3, 2024, in The Sterling
Place, Mount Sterling. Born on Feb. 8,
1929, in Columbus, she was a daughter of
Albert and Hazel (Russell) Dellenbach.
A longtime member of First Presbyterian
Church of London, Dee had also belonged to
the London Country Club. She and her husband,
Richard, ran Dick’s TV and Appliance
in London.
Survivors include: her children, Sandy
Basinger and Everett McSavaney; grandchildren,
Zachary (Ashley) Basinger,
Samuel (Lauren) Basinger, Francesca
Basinger; great-grandchildren, Trent,
Shayla, and Adria Basinger; sister, Nancy
Wears; many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by: her parents;
husband, Richard “Dick” McSavaney;
granddaughter, Sarah Basinger; greatgrandson,
Henry Basinger; and brothers,
Kenneth (Alice) Dellenbach, Harold (Mary)
Dellenbach, and Richard (Nancy) Dellenbach.
A memorial service will be held at 11
a.m. Feb. 16, 2024, in First Presbyterian
Church of London, 211 Garfield Ave., London,
with Pastor Désirée M. Youngblood officiating.
Dee will then be entombed in the
First Presbyterian Church Columbarium.
Memorials in Dee’s name may be made
to: First Presbyterian Church, 211 Garfield
Ave., London, OH 43140.
The family is being served by Eberle-
Fisher Funeral Home and Crematory, London.
Condolences may be shared at
www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.

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FFA members compete in job interview contest
Recently, London High School FFA chapter
members visited Graham High School to
participate in the sub-district job interview
competition. Participating members were
senior Emily Mathews, junior Evan Moran,
sophomore Hailey Ballah, and freshman
Cooper Hudson-Love. During the event,
members went through a mock job interview
process. Prior to arrival, they had to
submit a resume detailing their experiences
and recommendations. Upon arrival, they
filled out an application using their resume
obituaries
with only 20 minutes allotted for this task.
Following the application process, competitors
engaged in mock interviews with
two or three people, discussing themselves
and the “job” for which they were applying.
After the interview, members proceeded to
the final stage which involved crafting a follow-up
letter. In this letter, they used a
specified format to express gratitude to the
interviewer and discuss their qualifications
for the position.
This competition serves as a learning experience,
teaching students how to navigate
job interviews and the entire interview
process. Each chapter is allowed to enter
one member per grade level.
The London FFA team achieved the following
placements at sub-districts: Mathews,
third; Moran, first; Ballah, third; and
Cooper Hudson-Love, first. The top three
finishers in each division advanced to districts
at Buckeye Valley High School. At the
district level, the London FFA team secured
the following placements: Mathews, eighth;
Moran, fourth; Ballah, seventh; and Hudson-Love,
fourth. Ryan Rismiller and London
FFA Advisor Dana Snyder coached the
team.
–Submitted by Hailey Ballah, London FFA
reporter
SALTSMAN
Stephen V. Saltsman, 81, of London,
Ohio, died on Feb. 4, 2024, in Dublin
Methodist Hospital in the arms of his wife,
surrounded by his loving family.
Born on March 5, 1942, in Portsmouth,
Ohio, he was a son of Robert L. Saltsman
and Margaret Jean (Flannigan) Saltsman.
Steve graduated high school and went on
to attend George Washington University.
He began his career in 1960 with the F.B.I.
in Washington D.C., the Ohio B.C.I. in 1965,
and the Madison County Sheriff’s Auxiliary
in 1966. He became a full-time deputy in
1972 and later became the Madison County
Sheriff in 1980, where he remained until retirement
in 2004.
He loved the community of London to
which he continually served as part of the
London Rotary Club, Buckeye State Sheriff’s
Association, Madison County Sheriff’s
Auxiliary, Madison County Senior Center
board member, member and past chair of
the Madison County Republican Central
Committee, and a former board member of
the Madison County Board of Elections.
Steve also was a member of St. Patrick
Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus
Father Reidy Council 1786.
Steve leaves behind: his devoted wife of
62 years, Donna (Gahm) Saltsman; children,
Teresa (Chris) Ames, Patricia (Jay)
Olson, and Stephen V. Saltsman (Suzanne
Jones); grandchildren, Elizabeth Zamara,
Josh (Kristina) Clifton, Zach (Danielle)
Olson, Allie Olson, Elena Saltsman, and
Claire Saltsman; great-grandchildren,
Madison Miller, Mavrik Clifton, Aria
Mason, Maren Clifton, Crosley Olson, and
Hayes Olson; brothers, Bobby (Suzette)
Saltsman and Pete Saltsman; in-laws, Pam
Saltsman, Mary Saltsman, Elaine (Lonnie)
Brown, Rita K. Gahm, Judy (Russ) Kelley,
Linda (Bill) Mark, Rita (Dave) Grimm; and
many nieces, nephews, and cousins, including
special cousin, Ruthann Figlestahler.
He was preceded in death by: his parents;
brothers, Tom Saltsman and Gus
Saltsman; mother-in-law, Pauline Binz; father-in-law,
Vancil Gahm; brothers-in-law,
Gary (Joyce) Gahm and Larry Gahm; and
sister-in-law, Patricia Gahm.
The family received friends for visitation
on Feb. 9 in the Froning Center of St.
Patrick School, London. A funeral mass was
celebrated on Feb. 10 in St. Patrick Catholic
Church, London, with Father Anthony Dinovo
officiating and Father Mark Ghiloni
concelebrating. Interment followed in St.
Patrick Cemetery.
To honor Steve’s service to his community,
please consider the following memorial
donations: Madison County Sheriff’s Auxiliary,
P.O. Box 558, London, OH 43140,
Madison County Senior Center, 280 W.
High St., London, OH 43140; or London Rotary
Club District 6670, c/o Marshall Geib,
Treasurer, 275 Thames Court, London, OH
43140.
The family was served by Eberle-Fisher
Funeral Home and Crematory, London.
Condolences may be shared at www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.
LINKOUS
Victor Douglas Linkous, 71, of West Jefferson,
Ohio, died on Feb. 5, 2024, in his residence.
Born on Sept. 2, 1952, in Columbus,
Ohio, he was a son of Herbert Wade Linkous
and Virginia (Russ) Linkous.
Vic worked professionally as a warehouse
supervisor for American Corrugated.
He was an avid golfer and also enjoyed
watching the OSU Buckeyes and Cleveland
Browns. Considered to be the life of the
party, Vic was truly one-of-a-kind. He
touched the lives of many who will ensure
his legacy lives on.
He is survived by: his children, Gina
(Joseph) Jose, William McWhorter, and
Robert McWhorter; grandchildren, Kirsten,
Michael, Olivia, Heather, Brittani, Bill,
Courtney, and Brooke; several great-grandchildren;
and best friend, Chris Mechlien.
Vic was preceded in death by: his parents;
sisters, Mickey Hamilton and Pam
Hamilton; brothers, Larry Linkous and Bill
Linkous.
A celebration of life will be held in the
near future. Memorials in Vic’s name may
be sent to the funeral home for the benevolence
of the family through the donation tab
at the top of the obituary at www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.
The family is being served by Eberle-
Fisher Funeral Home and Crematory, London.
Condolences may be shared at
www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.
London High School FFA members who competed in job interview contests at the subdistrict
and district levels were: (from left) Emily Mathews, Cooper Hudson Love, Evan
Moran, and Hailey Ballah.

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Free Clothing
First Baptist Church, 686 West Jefferson-Kiousville
Rd., West Jefferson, is giving
away clothing on Feb. 17, 12-3 p.m.
Developmental Disabilities
The Madison County Board of Developmental
Disabilities will meet at 4 p.m. Feb.
15 at the administrative office, 500 Elm St.,
London. In the event the meeting must be
canceled and rescheduled, it will take place
the following Thursday.
Somerford Township Trustees
The date for the Somerford Township
trustees’ February meeting has moved to
Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. at the township hall.
Teachers Art Show
The London Visual Arts Guild (LVAG) is
hosting its 2024 Teachers Show through
March 17 at the London Arts Center, 121 E.
First St. The show features artwork by individuals
who teach LVAG classes. Gallery
hours are: Thursday and Sunday, 11 a.m.-2
p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Open
studio hours are Tuesday, 4-7 p.m. Admission
is free. Visit londonvisualartstguild.org
or Facebook for information on classes,
workshops, exhibits, and events.
Ambulance District Meeting
The Sterling Joint Ambulance District
will meet at 8 p.m. Feb. 14 to discuss and
approve the 2024 permanent appropriations/budget.
Monthly meetings are held at
8 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month
at the squad bay, 24 S. London St., Mount
Sterling, unless otherwise publicized. The
public is welcome.
Indoor Walking Program
Plain City’s Active Agers Indoor Walking
program runs Monday, Wednesday, and Friday,
9-11 a.m., through March 22 (except
Feb. 19) at the Ball House, a climate controlled
building at 237 W. Bigelow, Plain
City. This free program is open to anyone 18
or older. All participants must sign a
waiver. No pets or children are permitted. If
school is cancelled, walking is cancelled.
Jeffersonian Senior Center
The Jeffersonian Senior Citizen Center,
174 E. Main St., West Jefferson, meets from
noon to 2 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays
of each month for potlucks and events. Anyone
50 and older is welcome to stop in to
learn more. The cost to become a member is
$10 per year.
Al-Anon
Al-Anon meetings are taking place at 12
p.m. on Wednesdays at West Jefferson
United Methodist Church, 36 S. Center St.
(Room 4 on the second floor). Parking and
the entrance are located on the side of the
church. Al-Anon is a fellowship of relatives
and friends of alcoholics who share their experiences,
strength, and hope to solve their
common problems. Organizers believe that
alcoholism is a family illness and that
changed attitudes can aid in recovery.
Alzheimer’s Family Support
The Alzheimer’s Family Support Group
meets at 6 p.m. the first Thursday of each
month at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 380
Keny Blvd., London. For more information,
call Pat Baynes at (937) 269-3605. Everyone
is welcome.
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. 12—8:30 a.m., indoor walking/exercise
class; 9 a.m., chair volleyball; 9:30 a.m.,
crocheting, knitting, and needle crafts;
10:30 a.m., sitting exercise/strengthening; 1
p.m., euchre
Feb. 13—9 a.m., quilting class, 10 a.m.,
bowling; 4-7 p.m., billiards, hand and foot
cards, workout room open
Feb. 14—8:30 a.m., indoor walking/exercise
class; 9 a.m., chair volleyball; 12 p.m.,
bridge
Feb. 15—9 a.m., chair volleyball; 10:15
a.m., mystery lunch departure
Feb. 16—8:30 a.m., indoor walking/exercise
class; 9 a.m., painting class; 10 a.m.,
hand chimes practice; 1 p.m., free movie for
members.
London Public Library
London Public Library, is located at 20 E.
First St. Call (740) 852-9543 or visit
www.mylondonlibrary.org for details.
• Blind Date with a Book. Let the library
set you up on a blind date this February.
Stop by to pick out a book or two and get a
“Rate Your Date” card to go with it. Each
book is wrapped so you don’t know what
you’re getting. The only thing you will be
told is the book’s genre and first line. Complete
the book and fill out the rate card to
be entered into a prize drawing.
• Toddler Time. Tuesdays, 10-10:30 a.m.,
for ages 0-3. Stories, songs, and finger-plays
revolve around a different theme each week.
• Preschool Storytime. Tuesdays, 11-
11:45 a.m., for ages 3-6. Books, songs, and
finger-plays revolve around a different
theme each week. Preschoolers can practice
the alphabet with a letter activity after the
regular storytime is over.
• Book Club. The group will discuss “The
Unhoneymooners” by Christina Lauren at 7
p.m. Feb. 13.
• Teen Advisory Board. The group will
meet at 6 p.m. Feb. 14. Members come up
with and plan events for teens and gain
leadership skills. Anyone interested in joining
the board can call the library or visit the
library’s website to fill out a form.
• Kindergarten Club. On Feb. 15 from
6:30 to 7:15 p.m., children ages 3-6 can practice
the alphabet and motor skills to prepare
for kindergarten.
• Paws for Reading with Maggie. Register
your child for a 10-minute time slot in
which they will read a story to certified therapy
dog, Maggie. Maggie is a nonjudgmental
listener who encourages children to read
and helps struggling readers find confidence.
Have a book picked out and ready to
read for your time slot. Time slots are available
on Feb. 17 between 11 a.m. and noon.
• Technology Help Sessions. Have
questions about your phone, laptop, or
tablet? Register for a one-on-one 45-minute
help session. Possible topics include how to
search the internet, how to use email, how
to use your phone, and how to use social
media. Bring your device to your session. To
register, call the library. Available every
day by appointment only.
HBMLibrary
Hurt/Battelle Memorial Library is located
at 270 Lilly Chapel Rd., West Jefferson. Call
(614) 879-8448 or visit hbmlibrary.org.
• Storytime. Wednesdays and Friday at
10:30 a.m.
• Companions for Kids. Through February,
the library is collecting new stuffed animals
for first responders of Madison
County.
• Library Board. The board will meet at
6 p.m. Feb. 13. For details, send email to
csiscoe@hbmlibrary.org.
• Love the Arctic Animals. Set for 10:30
a.m. Feb. 16, this Stories-n-More features
arctic animal crafts and other fun.
• Closed. The library will be closed Feb.
19 for Presidents Day.
• Friends of the Library. The group will
meet at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 21. To learn more
about the group, contact library Director
Chris Siscoe at (614) 879-8448.
• Local Author Talk. The Madison
County Masters Gardener volunteers are
hosting this event featuring Madison
County resident Teresa Woodard. Woodard
will talk about her travels across the United
States and will have copies of her book,
“American Roots: Lessons and Inspiration
from the Designers Reimaging Our Home
Gardens,” available for purchase.
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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. Mondays for
ages 2-5 years old.
• Closed. The library will be closed Feb.
19 in observance of Presidents Day.
• Ladies Night Out Movie. The next
night out is Feb. 26. The library will show
“Love Again” (PG-13) on its big screen.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Ladies only are invited
to RSVP for this potluck event by calling
the library or texting Melissa at (614)
315-7939. Seating is limited. The library
provides popcorn, cold drinks, and flavored
community calendar
coffees.
• Around Town Book Club. The group
will meet at 7 p.m. Feb. 29 on the library’s
main level. The theme for February is
“Blind Date with a Book.” Participants will
choose a wrapped book on display based on
a brief description, read it, then talk at the
meeting about whether they would recommend
it. Refreshments are served and a
game is played. Adult men and women are
welcome.
• Batters, Splatters, & Platters. Registration
is open for this kids’ cooking club for
ages 9-12. Classes will be held at 6 p.m.
March 4, March 18, April 1, April 15, and
April 22. Call the library for details.
• Bright Beats. Registration is open for
Blind date with a book
This February, London Public Library
invites readers to embark on a unique and
exciting literary adventure with “Blind Date
With a Book.” Leave the awkward first
dates behind and let the library play matchmaker,
connecting you with the perfect book
companion.
Participants are encouraged to stop by the
library and pick out a mystery book or two,
each wrapped to maintain an air of suspense.
The only information revealed is the genre of
the book and its first line. This blind date
promises an engaging encounter with literature,
where readers can discover stories they
might not have chosen on their own.
To enhance the Blind Date experience,
readers will receive a “Rate Your Date” card
with each book selection. After finishing the
book, participants can share their thoughts
about the literary rendezvous on the card.
The cards will be submitted to library staff
for a chance to win the grand prize drawing.
The winner will be drawn at the beginning
of March to allow participants to turn
in their “Rate Your Date” cards through the
end of February. The prize is a candy bouquet.
Whether you’re a hopeless romantic
searching for a love story, an adventurous
spirit seeking a thrilling mystery, or someone
who simply enjoys the surprise of the
unknown, “Blind Date With a Book” has
something for you.
London Public Library is located at 20 E.
First St. and online at https://mylondonlibrary.org/.
Call (740) 852-9543 for details.
Bright Beats classes. Classes are free and
run for 30 minutes. They will be held
Wednesdays March 6-May 9 (no class
March 27 due to spring break) and are open
to children ages 1-4 years old.
Plain City Library
Plain City Public Library is located at
305 W. Main St. and online at
www.plaincitylib.org. Call (614) 873-4912.
• All Ages Storytime. Children ages 6
and younger are welcome to participate in
stories, rhymes, songs, and other learning
activities on Feb. 12 at 10:30 a.m.
• Bedtime Storytime. This storytime for
preschoolers will be streamed online from 7
to 7:15 p.m. Feb. 15.
• Board Game Night. Teens and adults
are invited to play “Echoes: The Cursed
Ring,” an audio mystery game on Feb. 16.
Time slots are available at 11 a.m. and 1
p.m. Registration is required.
• My Little Pony: Tails of Equestria.
Youths are invited to play this role playing
game at 2 p.m. Feb. 19. Registration is required.
• Beginner Ukulele Lessons. Jonathan
Levy, president of the Buckeye Ukulele Society,
will lead a lesson at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 19.
All ages are welcome. Registration is required.
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Family memories. How they linger, how they flood
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Thank you Norma McNeal Freeman for sharing your
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Program provides one-time help with energy bills
The Ohio Department of Development
and Bridges Community Action Partnership
want to ensure Ohioans stay warm and
comfortable this winter by helping alleviate
the burden of costly energy bills.
Through March 31, income-eligible
Ohioans can receive one-time assistance
with their home energy bill through the Department
of Development’s Home Energy
Assistance Winter Crisis Program.
The Winter Crisis Program assists
Ohioans who are facing service disconnection,
have been disconnected, need to establish
new service, need to pay to transfer
service, have a Percentage of Income Payment
Plan (PIPP) default, need to make their
first PIPP payment, or have 25 percent or
less supply of bulk fuel in their tank to maintain
service. Qualifying households must
have a gross annual income of at or below
175 percent of the federal poverty level. For
a family of four, that is up to $52,500.
Last year, the Winter Crisis Program assisted
more than 67,000 households in Ohio,
providing a total of $19 million in benefits.
Households serviced by a Public Utilities
Commission of Ohio (PUCO)-regulated utility
must sign up for PIPP or another payment
plan if there is still an outstanding balance
on the utility bill after receiving assistance.
Ohioans can start their application online
but will need to schedule an appointment
with their local energy assistance
provider to complete the application.
Bridges Community Action Partnership, the
energy assistance provider that serves
Madison County, can be reached at (740)
852-3511.
Clients need to bring the following documents
to their appointment:
• copies of their most-recent energy bills;
• a list of all household members and
proof of income for the last 30 days or 12
months for each member;
• 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. If you need immediate
assistance with your energy bills,
contact your local Energy Assistance
Provider. A list of providers can be found at
energyhelp.ohio.gov.
Applications for the HEAP Winter Crisis
program must be received by March 31. The
last day to apply for the regular HEAP benefit
is May 31. For more information on the
programs, visit energyhelp.ohio.gov or call
your local Energy Assistance Provider.
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Messenger photo by Kristy Zurbrick
London High School seniors sign their letters of commitment to compete in athletics at the college level: (from left) Layla Brohard, Riley Colestock, Noah Fellure, Zach Jones,
Luke Marriott, Cameron Patterson, Lauren Peters, Andrew Sims, Zach Wall, Logan Weiner, and Cody Wheeler.
College signing day for 11 senior Raider athletes
London High School hosted a signing day
ceremony on Feb. 7 to celebrate seniors who
have committed to compete in athletics at
the college level this fall.
In front of family members and peers, 11
students signed letters of commitment, the
largest number of graduating senior athletes
to do so in recent school history. As a
whole, the group has amassed 67 varsity letters,
31 all-conference selections, 15 all-district
selections, and four all-state selections.
Collectively, they have a cumulative grade
point average of 3.75.
• Layla Brohard will play golf at Ohio
Northern University. She plans to major in
electrical engineering. She is the daughter
of Alex and Jodi Brohard.
• Riley Colestock will compete in track
and cross country at The Citadel. She plans
to major in exercise science on a pre-med
track. She is the daughter of Ed and Praacnaa
Colestock.
• Noah Fellure will play baseball at Otterbein
University. He plans to major in
business economics. He is the son of Marty
and Melissa Fellure.
• Zach Jones will play football at Colgate
University. He plans to major in business.
He is the son of D.J. and Jen Jones.
• Luke Marriott will play soccer at John
Carroll University. He plans to major in
business management. He is the son of Scott
and Kathleen Marriott.
• Cameron Patterson will play football
at the University of Findlay. He is undecided
on a major. He is the son of Bob and
Dawn Patterson.
• Lauren Peters will compete in bowling
at Ohio Northern University. She plans to
major in medical laboratory science and
minor in Spanish. She is the daughter of
John and Heather Peters.
• Andrew Sims will play football at the
University of Toledo. He plans to major in
business and entrepreneurship. He is the
son of Scott and Julia Sims.
• Zach Wall will play golf at Bluffton
University. He plans to major in criminology.
He is the grandson of Phil and Nancy
Wall.
• Logan Weiner will play baseball at
Clark State College. He plans to major in
business. He is the son of Mike and Jamie
Weiner.
• Cody Wheeler will play baseball at the
University of Northwestern Ohio. He plans
to major in sports management and business.
He is the son of Chad and Jenny
Wheeler.
‘Orion and the Dark’ is eccentric and charming
In 2014, author and illustrator Emma
Yarlett released her second children’s picture
book, “Orion and the Dark.” It is an immersive
tale about a boy who is scared of the
dark, which then comes to life and shows
him the wonders of the night, thus teaching
him how to overcome his fears.
Using mixed media artwork, Yarlett
takes the reader into the mind of the anxiety-ridden
protagonist where every corner,
every glance, every interaction is a threat to
his very existence.
For a book geared toward children,
“Orion and the Dark” is off-beat and trippy
which could be why it didn’t make a big
splash upon its initial release here in the
States. It did, however, garner interest from
the entertainment industry.
Around two years ago, DreamWorks Animation
announced it was collaborating with
Netflix to adapt and distribute “Orion and
the Dark.” In an effort to bring the book’s
beautiful bizarreness to the big screen—and
to make it stand out—the studios hired Charlie
Kaufman (“Adaptation,” “Being John
Malkovich” and “Eternal Sunshine of the
Spotless Mind”) to pen the script.
The idea of Kaufman writing a movie for
children may sound absurd, but “Orion and
the Dark” proves his signature brand of existential
dread and off-kilter humor works
perfectly for a story about a child learning
to face his fears. Kaufman tones down some
of his trademark weirdness to make the
movie accessible to children, but he retains
the complexity, nervousness, self-awareness,
and vulnerability for which his work
is known. The result is a bizarre, beautiful,
and humorous animated feature that works
at every level and for every age.
In the book, the main character is 6 or 7.
For the movie, he has been aged up to 11,
right around the time puberty is about to
hit. While still blissfully unaware of that impending
stage of life, Orion (voiced by Jacob
Tremblay) has other horrors to occupy his
mind, such as bees, dogs, falling from skyscrapers,
talking to his crush, using the toilet
at school, and sewers that might harbor
killer clowns. These are a few of the things
that run through his mind during the day.
At night, scarier thoughts lie waiting.
Every night before he goes to bed, Orion
curses the inky blackness that engulfs his
room and the sky outside his window. One
evening, his anxiety is so bad the personification
of darkness (aptly called Dark and
voiced by Paul Walter Hauser) appears to
him and swears he’ll help Orion get over his
fear so he can be at peace when night falls.
Dark’s plan includes introducing Orion
to the other nighttime deities: Dreams (Angela
Bassett), Insomnia (Nat Faxon), Sleep
(Natasia Demetriou), Quiet (Aparna
the reel deal
By Dedra Cordle
Nancherla), and Unexplained Noises (Golda
Rosheuvel). All of these characters have fun,
individualized designs that hammer home
their natures and purpose. For instance, Insomnia
is a mosquito-like creature that
whispers sweet terrors in your ear to keep
you awake, while Unexplained Noises is a
creepy robot-like creature that bangs together
objects to give would-be sleepers a
scare. None of them are included in the
book. Kaufman and director Sean Charmatz
had to stretch a 40-page book into a featurelength
film, but the creatures fit with
Yarlett’s odd and vibrant style.
Discovering that some of the deities use
chloroform and pillows to put humans to
sleep, Orion is not excited about spending
more time with them. Likewise, the nighttime
deities are not excited about his presence
as they believe his fear could upset the
balance of existence. They have good reason
to believe that, too, as his anxieties and phobias
start to eat away at the group’s friendship,
confidence they have in themselves,
and steadfast trust they have in their (apparently)
fearless leader, Dark.
The movie starts off as a fairy tale about
entities that help humans cope with life’s
perils. A quarter of the way through, Kaufman
flips the script. The viewer learns that
“Orion and the Dark” is being told by an
older Orion (Colin Hanks) to his daughter
Hypatia (Mia Akemi Brown) who is trying
to face her fears. It’s a cute twist that works,
especially since grown-up Orion still harbors
doubts and fears of his own.
If there is a flaw to this movie, it is that
it spends too much time with young Orion,
especially when it seems he has solved his
problems about halfway through the story.
To raise the stakes and fill time, Kaufman
and the team introduce a contrived hiccup
that almost grinds the movie and the character
development to a halt. But thankfully,
the ship is righted as adult Orion and his
daughter bring the film and the storywithin-a-story
back to its full potential.
I don’t often watch animated features, so
I can’t say if the art direction and design is
wholly original as compared to other animated
films. What I can say is that there is
a funny and warm center to “Orion and the
Dark” with layers of beauty, charm, and eccentricities
wrapped around it.
“Orion and the Dark” is now streaming
on Netflix.
Grade: B+
Dedra Cordle is a Messenger staff writer
and columnist.

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CLASSIFIED ADS
Deadline: Tuesdays at 5 p.m.
To place an ad, call 852-0809 or stop by the London office at 78 S. Main Street
xLegal Notices
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
RUNWAY 9 & 27 PAPI REPLACEMENT
MADISON COUNTY AIRPORT LONDON, OHIO
Sealed proposals will be received by the Madison County Airport Authority, "Owner", at the Office of the Airport
Manager, Madison County Airport, 1281 US Rt. 40 SW, London, OH 43140, until 4:00 p.m. (local time), on the
26th day of February, 2024 and then will be publicly opened and read aloud at the Madison County Airport.
Any bids received later than 4:00 p.m. will be returned unopened.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK: Work for which proposals are to be received is for the replace the Precision Approach
Path Indicator (PAPI) Units at the Madison County Airport including removal of the existing PAPIs, installation
of new PAPIs, and necessary incidentals to complete the work as detailed on the Contract Drawings and specified
in the Contract Documents titled “Runway 9 & 27 PAPI Replacement”. The contractor shall provide all
labor, equipment, and material necessary to complete the work. All work is located at the Madison County
Airport, 1281 US Rt. 40 SW, London, OH 43140.
BID DOCUMENTS: Copies of the Specifications and Contract Documents may be obtained at the office of
Butler, Fairman, and Seufert, Inc., 8450 Westfield Blvd., Suite 300, Indianapolis, IN 46240. Copies of the documents
are available for examining at the Auglaize County Commissioners Office, Madison County Airport,
BXIndiana Construction League, 1028 Shelby Street, Indianapolis, Indiana; and the online planrooms of Dodge
Data and Analytics, ISQFT/ConstructConnect, BidTool and at the office of Butler, Fairman, and Seufert, Inc.,
8450 Westfield Blvd., Suite 300, Indianapolis, IN 46240.
Copies of the bid documents will be made available through one of the following methods:
- as digital files made available to the planholder for download
- as hard copies picked up at the office of the Engineer upon remittance of $150
This remittance is not refundable. Payment shall be by money order or check and shall be made payable to
Butler, Fairman, and Seufert, Inc. Bidders are required to be a plan holder of record having obtained the contract
documents through the office of the Engineer. Bids not meeting this requirement will be deemed
non-responsive.
Bids shall be properly executed and addressed to the address shown above where bids are to be received together
with the documents required by the bid forms, specifications, and related legal documents contained
in the Contract Documents.
No Bidder may withdraw his proposal within a period of sixty (60) days following the date set for the receiving
of bids. The Owner reserves the right to retain any and all bids for a period of not more than sixty (60) days
and said bid shall remain in full force and effect during said time. The Owner further reserves the right to waive
informalities and to award the Contract to any Bidder all to the advantage of the Owner or to reject all bids.
BID SECURITY: A bid bond with good and sufficient surety issued by a company licensed to do business in
the State of Ohio or a certified check on a solvent bank equal to five percent (5%) of the total bid insuring that
if the bid is accepted, a contract will be entered into and the performance of its proposal secured.
BONDS: A Performance Bond and Payment Bond each in the amount of 100 percent of the Contract price
will be required.
OHIO REQUIREMENTS: Each bid shall be accompanied by bidder’s financial statement, a statement of experience,
a proposed plan or plans for performing the public work, and the equipment that bidder has available
for the performance of the public work.
Wage rates on the project shall not be less than the prescribed scale of wages as determined in accordance
with the most recent Prevailing Wage Rates of Labor for the State of Ohio.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids and to waive any formalities in the bidding procedure.
MADISON COUNTY AIRPORT AUTHORITY, LONDON, OH
Eric Summer, President
MM FEBRUARY 4 & 11, 2024
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MID-OHIO WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT
WATER DISTRICT 1 – WATER TREATMENT PLANT EMERGENCY GENERATOR
LEGAL NOTICE- INVITATION TO BID
Sealed Bids will be received for furnishing all labor, materials and equipment necessary to complete a
project known as Water District 1 – Water Treatment Plant Emergency Generator at the Mid-Ohio
Water and Sewer District Office, 3161 Old Columbus Road, London, Ohio 43140 until 10:00 A.M.
local time on February 13, 2024, and at said time and place, publicly opened and read aloud. Bids may
be mailed or delivered in advance to the Mid-Ohio Water and Sewer District at the above address.
An Electronic copy of the Bid Documents containing the Bid Requirements and Contract Documents
(including all bid sheets, plans, specifications, and any addenda) can be obtained by contacting Arcadis
via email at steve.moore@arcadis.com.
Each Bidder is required to furnish with its submission of the fully completed Bid Documents, a Bid Security
in accordance with Section 153.54 of the Ohio Revised Code. Bid security furnished in Bond form (Bid
Guarantee and Contract and Performance Bond as provided in Section 153.57.1 of the Ohio Revised
Code), must be issued by a Surety Company or Corporation licensed in the State of Ohio to provide said
surety. Those Bidders that elect to submit bid guaranty in the form of a certified check, cashier’s check, or
letter of credit pursuant to Chapter 1305 of the Ohio Revised Code and in accordance with Section 153.54
(C) of the Ohio Revised Code. Any such letter of credit shall be revocable only at the option of the beneficiary
OWNER. The amount of the certified check, cashier’s check, or letter of credit shall be equal to
ten (10) percent of the Bid and the Successful Bidder will be required to submit a bond in the form provided
in 153.57 of the Ohio Revised Code in conjunction with the execution of the Contract.
Each proposal must contain the full name of the party or parties submitting the Bidding Documents and
all persons interested therein. Each bidder must submit evidence of its experiences on projects of similar
size and complexity. The OWNER intends that this Project be completed no later than the time period
as set forth in Article 4 of the Standard Form of Agreement Between OWNER and CONTRACTOR on
the Basis of a Stipulated Price.
Each Bidder must ensure that all employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against
because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, ancestry, or age.
All CONTRACTORs and subcontractors involved with the project shall to the extent practicable, use
Ohio products, materials, services and labor in the implementation of their project.
This project is subject to the requirements of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
DOMESTIC STEEL USE REQUIREMENTS AS SPECIFIED IN SECTION 153.011 OF THE
(OHIO) REVISED CODE APPLY TO THIS PROJECT. COPIES OF SECTION 153.011 OF THE
(OHIO) REVISED CODE CAN BE OBTAINED FROM ANY OF THE OFFICES OF THE
DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES.
Additionally, CONTRACTOR compliance with the equal employment opportunity requirements of Ohio
Administrative Code Chapter 123, the Governor’s Executive Order of 1972, and Governor’s Executive
Order 84-9 shall be required.
Bidders must comply with the prevailing Davis-Bacon wage rates on Public Improvements in Madison
County as determined by the U.S. Department of labor, Federal Wage and Hour Division.
The ENGINEER’s estimate for this project is $185,000
The Mid-Ohio Water and Sewer District reserves the right to waive any informalities or irregularities.
The Mid-Ohio Water and Sewer District reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to increase or decrease
or omit any item or times and/or award the bid to the lowest and best bidder.
MM FEBRUARY 4 & 11, 2024
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MID-OHIO WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT
ELEVATED WATER TANK 1 & 2 IMPROVEMENTS
LEGAL NOTICE- INVITATION TO BID
Sealed Bids will be received for furnishing all labor, materials and equipment necessary to complete a
project known as Water District 1 – Water Treatment Plant Emergency Generator at the Mid-Ohio
Water and Sewer District Office, 3161 Old Columbus Road, London, Ohio 43140 until 10:00 A.M.
local time on February 13, 2024, and at said time and place, publicly opened and read aloud. Bids may
be mailed or delivered in advance to the Mid-Ohio Water and Sewer District at the above address.
An Electronic copy of the Bid Documents containing the Bid Requirements and Contract Documents
(including all bid sheets, plans, specifications, and any addenda) can be obtained by contacting Arcadis
via email at steve.moore@arcadis.com.
Each Bidder is required to furnish with its submission of the fully completed Bid Documents, a Bid Security
in accordance with Section 153.54 of the Ohio Revised Code. Bid security furnished in Bond form (Bid
Guarantee and Contract and Performance Bond as provided in Section 153.57.1 of the Ohio Revised
Code), must be issued by a Surety Company or Corporation licensed in the State of Ohio to provide said
surety. Those Bidders that elect to submit bid guaranty in the form of a certified check, cashier’s check, or
letter of credit pursuant to Chapter 1305 of the Ohio Revised Code and in accordance with Section 153.54
(C) of the Ohio Revised Code. Any such letter of credit shall be revocable only at the option of the beneficiary
OWNER. The amount of the certified check, cashier’s check, or letter of credit shall be equal to
ten (10) percent of the Bid and the Successful Bidder will be required to submit a bond in the form provided
in 153.57 of the Ohio Revised Code in conjunction with the execution of the Contract.
Each proposal must contain the full name of the party or parties submitting the Bidding Documents and
all persons interested therein. Each bidder must submit evidence of its experiences on projects of similar
size and complexity. The OWNER intends that this Project be completed no later than the time period
as set forth in Article 4 of the Standard Form of Agreement Between OWNER and CONTRACTOR on
the Basis of a Stipulated Price.
Each Bidder must ensure that all employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against
because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, ancestry, or age.
Additionally, CONTRACTOR compliance with the equal employment opportunity requirements of Ohio
Administrative Code Chapter 123, the Governor’s Executive Order of 1972, and Governor’s Executive
Order 84-9 shall be required.
Bidders must comply with the prevailing Davis-Bacon wage rates on Public Improvements in Madison
County as determined by the U.S. Department of labor, Federal Wage and Hour Division.
The Mid-Ohio Water and Sewer District reserves the right to waive any informalities or irregularities.
The Mid-Ohio Water and Sewer District reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to increase or decrease
or omit any item or times and/or award the bid to the lowest and best bidder.
MM FEBRUARY 4 & 11, 2024
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NOTICE OF SALE Under Judgment of
Foreclosure of Liens for Delinquent Land Taxes
In the Common Pleas Court of Madison County, Ohio
Donna L. Landis, Treasurer Madison County, Ohio, Plaintiff
vs.
Donald Beauman, et al., Defendants
Case No. CVE 20160247
Whereas judgment has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for
taxes, assessments, charges, penalties, interest, and costs as follows:
PPN: 10-01832.000
Address of Property: 153 West Pearl Street, West Jefferson, OH 43162
Situated in the State of Ohio, County of Madison and City of London, and further described
in the Official Record volume 290, Page 1764, in the Recorder’s Office, Madison
County, Ohio.
Last known owner: Donald Beauman & Jennifer Beauman
Amount of Judgment: Thirteen Thousand Eight Hundred Dollars and Seventy-Five
Cents ($13,800.75); plus any other taxes, penalities, interest, assessments and costs
that may be due and payable by the date of the sale of the real property described
herein;
Whereas, such judgment orders such real property to be sold by the undersigned to
satisfy the total amount of such judgment plus any other taxes, penalties, interest,
assessments and costs that may be due and payable by the date of the sale of the
real property described herein;
Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that I, John R. Swaney, Sheriff of Madison
County, Ohio, will sell such real property at public auction, for cash, to the highest
bidder of an amount that equals at least $14,500.00 at 10:00 a.m. at the Madison
County Courthouse in London, Ohio on Friday, the 23rd day of February, 2024. If any
parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, under the same
conditions of the first sale and at the same time of day at the same place on Friday,
the 8th day of March, 2024, for an amount that equals at least $14,500.00.
All properties sold at Sheriff’s Sale is on an “as-is” basis and has no warranty or guarantee.
The Treasurer nor the Sheriff are liable for the condition of the property.
John R. Swaney, Sheriff
Madison County, 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
Draft NPDES Permit Renewal - Subject to Revision
London WTP
1000 S Main St Po Box 649, London, OH 43140
Facility Description: Subdivisions and Apartment Complexes
Receiving Water: Oak Run
ID #: 4IW00090*JD
Date of Action: 02/01/2024
Final Issuance of Permit to Install
Robin Creamer
Facility Description: Wastewater
ID #: 1618035
Date of Action: 01/29/2024
This final action not preceded by proposed action and is appealable to ERAC.
Project: Creamer Sanitary Sewer Extension
Project Location: 7735 SE State Route 142, West Jefferson
MM FEBRUARY 11, 2024
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Re: TO APPROVE THE PRELIMINARY AND
FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN PER ORDINANCE
1125.10, FOR A PROPOSED CIRCLE K RETAIL
GASOLINE SALES AND CONVENIENCE STORE;
PARCEL’S # 16-00054.000 & 16-00061.000.
The Village of West Jefferson has initiated a
Public Hearing to consider an intention to approve
the preliminary and final development
plan per ordinance 1125.10 for a proposed
Circle K retail gasoline sales and convenience
store.
A Public Hearing regarding this intention will
occur on Monday March 18th, 2024 at 7:00
PM at the Community Center located at 230
Cemetery Road during the Regular Meeting
of Council.
Tisha Edwards
Clerk of Council
(614) 379-5231
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Village of West Jefferson
Main Street Pedestrian Crossing REBID
Bids for the Main Street Pedestrian Crossing REBID project will be received
by the Village of West Jefferson at the Village Office, 28 E. Main Street, West
Jefferson, Ohio 43162, until Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. local
time. At that time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read.
The Project includes the following Work: The installation of a new pedestrian
crossing at the intersection of Main Street and Franklin Street. The installation
of pedestrian facilities, rectangular rapid flashing beacons, and minor pavement
marking and signage.
Information and Bidding Documents for the Project can be found and downloaded
at the following website: choiceoneengineering.com/proiects-out-forbid.
All official notifications, addenda, and other Bidding Documents will be
offered through the designated website. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible
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Noce is hereby given to the passage of the
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January 18, 2024
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London City Council Clerk
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year ending December 31, 2023,
is completed and available for public inspection
at Union Township Hall, 2250
St. Rt. 56, London, Ohio. A copy of the
report can be provided on request.
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Madison County, Ohio
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PROBATE DIVISION, JUVENILE COURT
Case No. 22330020
Summons By Publication
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To: Rayna Smouse
LKA-9420 W. Broad Street Unit H, Galloway, OH 43119
Kurtis Smouse
LKA-9420 W. Broad Street, Unit H, Galloway, OH 43119
A complaint has been filed in this Court by the State of Ohio/Madison
County Children Services, alleging dependency of Be S (F) DOB
12/04/2023, pursuant to O.R.C. 2151.04 and requesting permanent
custody pursuant to O.R.C. 2151.414. An adjudication hearing and permanent
custody hearing has been scheduled at the Madison County
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March 22, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. and at the call of the Court thereafter.
You are indicated as being the parents of said minor child and notice
of said complaints 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
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0760.
CHRISTOPHER J. BROWN
Juvenile Judge
Madison County, Ohio
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at 10:30 A.M., Ohio Standard Time for the purpose of SUPPLYING ASPHALT
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at the same date, time, and location.
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to the Madison County Commissioners’ Office at the address listed above.
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Specifications. ODOT CMS Section 401.20, Asphalt Binder Price Adjustment
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Bidders shall comply with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Bids will be awarded to the lowest and best bidder on each individual item.
The Board of Commissioners of Madison County reserves the right to reject any or all bids
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Case No. 22430001 & 22430002
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Bn N (M) & Ke N (F)
Alleged Dependent Children
To: Jessica Schmauch
LKA-283 Bowman Court, Apt. D, London, OH 43140
Bryant Neel
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A complaint has been filed in this Court by the State of Ohio/Madison
County Children Services, alleging dependency of Bn N (M), DOB
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