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February 25, 2024 www.columbusmessenger.com Vol. XXXIX No. 8 

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Plain City unveils plans for Public Square project 

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The village of Plain City is embarking on the first phase of its 

Public Square project, a multi-phase endeavor to create a community 

gathering place in the heart of the village. The initial phase, 

known as The Depot at Public Square, involves the relocation of an 

historic railroad depot from Upper Arlington to Plain City’s historic 

Uptown District. 

With unanimous support from village council, the village has 

closed on the purchase of the depot from the Fromm family of Upper 

Arlington. The 1,473-square foot depot was originally constructed 

in the 1880s in Brice, Ohio, to serve the Shawnee and Columbus 

Railway. In 2004, the depot was relocated to northwest Columbus 

where it underwent a meticulous reconstruction and restoration by 

Barry Fromm. Many of the original depot components were retained, 

including the wooden walls and ceilings, while others were 

salvaged from other historical structures. The depot was the centerpiece 

of a larger rail collection, which also included three historic 

train cars that Barry restored and preserved. The depot and its rail 

collection served the community as a museum and meeting and 

event venue. 

After the passing of Barry Fromm in 2018, Barry’s son Jordan 

Fromm, daughter-in-law Maria Fromm, wife Lynda Fromm, Ralph 

Griffith, and the team at Value Recovery Group set out to find new 

homes for these artifacts that would prioritize their continued 

preservation as historical assets. 

The Fromm family selected Plain City to acquire the depot based 

on Plain City’s vision for incorporating it into the Public Square 

project. 

“A goal of staff and council is to create unique gathering spaces in 

our Uptown District that complement our local businesses and landmarks 

of Plain City. I’m eager to see the addition of the Public Square 

project come to life and help round out our uptown amenities,” said 

Haley Lupton, village administrator. 

Upon being dismantled and shipped to 

Plain City, the depot will serve as the cornerstone 

of the larger Public Square project, 

where it will provide space for events, visitor 

amenities, commercial ventures, and 

historical displays. Relocation is anticipated 

to occur in June with the facility opening to 

the public in early 2025. 

When considering purchasing the depot, 

village officials cited Plain City’s ties to the 

railroad industry which date back to July 4, 

1853, when the first train passed through 

the community, then known as Pleasant 

Valley, on the Columbus & Indiana Central 

Railway (a predecessor of the Pennsylvania 

Railroad and later, Conrail). It later hosted 

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The village of Plain City has created a vision for an uptown gathering place called Public Square. The first 

phase, set to start this summer, involves the relocation of an historic train depot from Upper Arlington to Plain 

City. Future phases include the creation of a park and a marketplace. This rendering represents a preliminary 

visualization for the overall project that serves as a starting point and is subject to change. 

the Abraham Lincoln Funeral Train in 1865. 

By the late 1800s, Plain City was one of the leading stations in 

Ohio for shipping livestock. Large corrals in the community held 

cattle, sheep, and hogs. Items from all over the country could be 

shipped in, as well. For example, stores in town frequently advertised 

fresh oysters for sale, brought in from the East Coast. In addition 

to the economic advantages provided by the railroad, it also 

served as a link to Columbus and points beyond. After passenger 

service ended in the 1940s, the village’s original depot was demolished 

in the 1960s. The final train passed through Plain City on 

July 17, 1986. 

The future location of the depot and the Public Square project, 

pays homage to Plain City’s history. Historical maps from 1862 and 

1875 reveal that the area slated for the Public Square project was 

referred to as “Public Square.” Positioned at the corner of East 

Bigelow Avenue and Church Street, the site served as the original 

location for Plain City’s town hall, fire department, school, and 

other early community buildings. Currently owned by the village, 

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the site is undergoing preparation, including 

the addition of a new public parking lot. 

The name “Public Square” is not only due to 

the project’s location on the historically recognized 

public square but also because public 

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London hoopster breaks longstanding record 

By Kristy Zurbrick 

Madison Editor 

A shot at the buzzer from just inside 

half-court sent London High School senior 

Zach Jones into the school’s record books. 

The scene was a regular season home 

basketball game against Bellefontaine on 

Feb. 17. Jones entered the game 16 points 

away from breaking the school record for 

total points scored in a career, a mark set in 

1992 by Andy Hawkins with 1,495 points. 

As the first half was coming to a close, 

Jones had accumulated 14 points, and one 

of the Bellefontaine player was at the free 

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throw shot and Jones got the rebound. Jones dribbled a couple of 

times then launched the ball for a three-pointer. It went in, and the 

crowd went wild. 

“It was a pretty exciting moment,” Jones said. 

Making it even more special was a recorded video message from 

Hawkins, the previous record holder, congratulating Jones on becoming 

the school’s new all-time leading scorer. The video was shown on 

the gym’s big screen moments after Jones broke the record. 

“For me, that was a pretty neat thing,” he said. 

Jones went on to score seven more points in the Raiders’ 71-51 

victory over Bellefontaine, bringing his total points for the game to 

24 and his total career points to 1,504. And that was with more scoring 

opportunities still on the calendar, including the final two regular 

season games and tournament play. 

Head Coach Cody Sarensen is proud of what Jones has accomplished 

in his high school career. 

“It’s been an honor to coach Zach the past four years. His work 

ethic and determination has helped him achieve this honor. Zach, 

along with his teammates, has helped our team succeed over the 

years,” he said. 

Jones has racked up several awards for basketball. As a freshman, 

he was named second-team all-Central Buckeye Conference 

(CBC) and honorable mention all-Central District. His sophomore 

year, he garnered first-team all-conference and third-team all-district 

honors. Last year, he was named first-team all-conference, second-team 

all-district, and special mention all-state. So far this year, 

he has been dubbed Madison County boys’ basketball player of the 

year and co-player of the year for the CBC’s Kenton Trail division. 

Jones also is a standout athlete in football and track and a topnotch 

student in academics. He recently signed his letter of commitment 

to play football at Colgate University starting this fall. He 

is a member of the National Honor Society, has made honor roll 

throughout his high school years, and was named academic all-Ohio 

in football. Last fall, the London board of education recognized him 

as a student who meets the district’s Portrait of a Graduate criteria, 

a list of key skills and attitudes for graduates to succeed in college 

and careers. 

Jones is the son of D.J. and Jen Jones. 

London boys’ head basketball coach Cody Sarensen (left) congratulates 

senior Zach Jones on breaking the school record for 

the most points scored in a career. London graduate Andy 

Hawkins set the previous record of 1,495 points 32 years ago. 

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Dance benefits Humane Society 

The village of West Jefferson Department of Parks and Recreation presents a donation of $976 to the Humane 

Society of Madison County: (from left) Amanda Adkins and Shelton Stanley from the Parks and Recreation Department, 

Mayor Ray Martin, Humane Society Executive Director Meg Warner, and Humane Society second 

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and donations for food which was donated by Flyer’s Pizza. All proceeds went to the Humane Society.

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Coaches announce All-Madison County Top 10 

Girls’ and boys’ high school basketball coaches in 

Madison County have revived the tradition of honoring 

the county’s top 10 players for boys and girls in a season, 

along with naming players of the year. 

Cody Sarensen, varsity boys’ basketball coach at 

London High School, estimates it has been about 10 

years since the honors were last bestowed. 

“We decided to bring it back to help recognize and 

highlight our student-athletes in Madison County,” 

Sarensen said. 

Coaches from Jonathan Alder, London, Madison- 

Plains, Shekinah Christian, and West Jefferson cast 

votes to determine the winners. 

The 2023-24 All-Madison County Girls’ Basketball 

Player of the Year is Evan Platfoot from Jonathan Alder 

High School. The 2023-24 All-Madison County Boys’ 

Basketball Player of the Year is Zach Jones from London 

High School. 

The 2023-24 All-Madison County Girls’ Basketball 

Team includes: 

Evan Platfoot—Jonathan Alder; 

Natalie Walker—Jonathan Alder; 

Addison Lambert—London; 

Kassie Patterson—London; 

Addison Sims—London; 

Claire Mason—Madison-Plains; 

Mackenzie Reeves—Madison-Plains; 

Kenzie Vallery—Madison-Plains; 

Haylee Beachy—Shekinah Christian; and 

Zoey Brown—West Jefferson. 

The 2023-24 All-Madison County Boys’ Basketball Team includes: 

Noah Hess—Jonathan Alder; 

Peyton Heiss—Jonathan Alder; 

Ryan Mark—Jonathan Alder; 

Zach Jones—London; 

Colin Nickell—London; 

June Turner—London; 

Josh Long—Madison Plains; 

Logan Walters—Madison Plains; 

Alex Bauermeister—Shekinah Christian; and 

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spaces for community engagement. 

“The vision for the Depot and Public Square brings 

excitement to our town and solidifies a place to gather 

as a community for many years to come,” said Mayor 

Jody Carney. 

Future Phases 

Beyond the depot, future phases of the Public Square 

project include The Park at Public Square. This outdoor 

gathering space will include a splash pad, children’s 

play area, trailhead, event space, fire pit, and seating 

areas. 

Looking ahead, the village has plans to repurpose 

an existing historical building into The Marketplace at 

Public Square. This indoor marketplace will offer dedicated 

space for seasonal vendors, small businesses, 

and a variety of community events. These phases will 

occur as funding becomes available. 

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Characters bring life to ‘Players’ romantic comedy 

Since 2018, Netflix has churned out more than a dozen original 

romantic comedies and acquired roughly the same number from traditional 

movie studios that didn’t want to risk giving theirs the theatrical 

treatment. 

For the most part, Netflix’s romantic comedies have made little 

impact on the general public or the subscriber base. The few that 

have become instant favorites — “Always Be My Maybe,” “The Kissing 

Booth,” “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before,” and “Set It Up” — 

have done so due to the charm of their stars, without which a romantic 

comedy has little hope of success. 

“Players,” the streaming service’s latest romantic comedy release, 

leans heavily on the charisma of its primary cast, led by Gina 

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Rodriguez and Damon Wayans 

Jr. With their megawatt 

smiles, puppy dog eyes, and 

sunny presence, the duo transforms 

a movie that feels like it 

belongs in the bin of the early 

2000s into something watchable, if not downright almost 

enjoyable. While I don’t believe it is an instant 

classic, it does have some appeal because the two leads 

look like they are having a great time with the material 

and each other. 

In the film, which was released on Valentine’s Day, 

Rodriguez plays Mack, a sports reporter who has spent 

the last decade with a serious affliction — a strong aversion 

to committed relationships. To celebrate her stance 

on the single life, she regularly gathers at sports dives 

with her small group of guy friends — Adam (Wayans 

Jr.), Brannagan (Augustus Prew), and Little (Joel 

Courtney) — and comes up with elaborate schemes to get 

strangers into the sack and out of the apartment a few 

hours later. 

On the surface, it appears that all is going well for 

Mack but sad music plays as she looks at lovey-dovey 

couples, and the wistful glances she shares with Adam 

are hints that things aren’t always what they seem. 

While at the newspaper office one morning, Mack 

meets Nick Russel (Tom Ellis), an acclaimed war correspondent 

who is in town to pick up some awards and do 

research for an upcoming book. Taken by his beauty, his 

accent, and his reputation as a “serious journalist,” 

Mack immediately wants to run a scheme to get him interested 

enough in her so they can share a night together. 

Naturally, when she is at his swanky downtown 

apartment adorned with pictures of his parents and 

dishes that match, she is smitten and wants more than 

one night together. 

“I want a drawer to put stuff in at his place,” she tells 

her friends who are perplexed and a bit repulsed by her 

desire for a genuine relationship. But because they love 

her and want her to be happy, they help her come up 

the reel deal 

By Dedra Cordle 

with a scheme called “The Moneyball” 

to snag the man of her 

dreams. This involves light stalking 

to collect data on his likes and 

dislikes, on his morning, afternoon, 

and evening routines, and 

on the kind of women he is attracted 

to. Once the information 

has been gathered, it is analyzed 

via pie charts and graphs and 

dissected in a way that will offer 

Mack the best odds to make Nick 

see she could be the woman of his dreams. 

Although the scheme may come across as a 10 on the 

creep scale, it is set up by screenwriter Whit Anderson 

and director Trish Sie like a zippy heist film. It’s a sharp 

and winking-at-the-audience stylistic choice, and it infuses 

the story with intrigue as the film works its way 

through to the most reliable trope of the romantic comedy: 

That the real Mr. Right was in front of our clueless 

heroine all along. 

Although there are some miscues in the movie — the 

dialogue comes across as flat and outdated at times — 

“Players” has a watchable quality to it, thanks to the affable 

nature of the characters and how they are portrayed 

by the equally affable leads and secondary 

characters. You get the sense that the actors are having 

fun with their roles and with the challenge of making 

their characters not come across as sleazy as they could 

have been. I imagine the cast spent a few weeks of prefilming 

together, bonding over how to make their characters 

endearing, coming up with the “loveable rogue” 

angles. Overall, their preparation yielded success and 

their on-screen fake friendship and off-screen chemistry 

worked to make this a romantic comedy that is batting 

just above average. 

Grade: B- 

Dedra Cordle is a Messenger staff writer and columnist. 

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London Student of the Month 

Reliable and determined 

The London Rotary Club is 

pleased to honor senior Molly 

Weese 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. 

Molly has a 4.498 grade point 

average and is ranked seventh 

in her class. Her favorite class is 

anatomy. 

Molly has been on the merit 

honor roll for three years and National 

Honor Society her senior year. She was 

named to the dean’s list at Clark State Community 

College the fall semester of 2022 and 

the spring and fall semesters of 2023. She 

was named a Junior Kiwanian last year by 

the London Kiwanis Club. 

Molly was a four-year member of the varsity 

women’s soccer team, serving twice as 

team captain. She was named second-team 

CBC as a junior, first-team CBC as a senior, 

and second-team Central District as a senior. 

Molly is a four-year member of the indoor 

and outdoor track and field team and has received 

the following honors thus far: secondteam 

CBC as a sophomore, second-team 

CBC as a junior, and indoor state qualifier 

as a junior. She is the Heisman Scholarship 

school winner this year. 

When asked to name a school staff person 

who has inspired her, she cited English 

teacher Michelle Sambas. 

Molly Weese 

“Mrs. Sambas is an inspiration 

to me because she makes 

sure that everyone understands 

the topics that we are discussing 

and will not hesitate to 

give help if needed. She has 

been my English teacher for the 

last two years and does a great 

job at teaching the material. I 

always enjoy going to her class 

and feel like I am learning 

something valuable every time,” 

Molly said. 

Sambas commented, “Molly 

is an incredibly reliable and hard working 

young woman. She’s not afraid to share her 

ideas and stand her ground in discussion, 

yet her willingness to listen to others shows 

her patience and open mindedness. Her 

hard work and determination will help her 

go far and accomplish much. I believe that 

Molly will achieve great things, and I look 

forward to her success.” 

Molly plans to attend college to earn a 

bachelor’s degree in nursing. She would like 

to further her education in the medical field 

to become a nurse practitioner and work in 

pediatrics. She is the daughter of Doug and 

Karen Weese of London. 

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dating back to 1929. It is a member of 

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of 1.2 million businesses and professional 

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The London Rotary Club is 

pleased to honor senior Svetlana 

“Lana” Daniels 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. 

Lana has a 4.047 grade point 

average and she is ranked sixth 

in her class. Her favorite course 

is calculus. She has participated 

in cross country for two years, receiving the 

Eagle Award and Coach’s Award. She also 

has participated in indoor track for two 

years and outdoor track for three years. She 

has been involved with the drama club as a 

cast member for two years, served as class 

secretary her sophomore year, and been a 

member of National Honor Society for two 

years, serving as secretary this year. 

When asked to name a Madison-Plains 

staff member who inspires her, Lana picked 

English teacher Jeff Belcik. 

“Mr. Belcik has been an inspiration to me 

for years. He clearly cares for his students 

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but in such witty and humorous 

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teaching style that pushes students 

to depend more on themselves,” 

she said. 

Regarding Lana, Belcik said, 

“Lana is a bright, motivated, and 

compassionate individual who is 

well deserving of this award. She 

has been an exemplary role 

model and is one of Madison- 

Plains’ brightest minds and one 

of our most talented writers.” 

After graduation, Lana plans to attend a 

university to major in biochemistry and 

minor in math. Her ultimate goal is to become 

a research scientist, but she also hopes 

to get her teacher’s license at some point to 

teach advanced sciences. She is the daughter 

of Carrie and David Daniels. 

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Honoring Black History 

As we celebrate Black History Month, let us not only reflect 

on the past but also commit ourselves to building 

a brighter future. As your State Senator, I am honored 

to stand in solidarity with you during Black History 

Month, a time dedicated to commemorating the resilience, 

achievements, and cultural richness of the 

Black community. This month serves as a poignant reminder 

of the struggles and triumphs that have shaped 

our nation. From the courageous leaders of the Civil 

Rights Movement to the trailblazing innovators who 

have revolutionized every facet of society, Black Americans 

have left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. 

Their unwavering determination in the face 

of adversity and their relentless pursuit of justice continue 

to inspire us all. 

However, Black History Month is not merely a time for 

reflection; it is a call to action. At the community level, 

there are countless ways to honor Black History Month 

and contribute to its celebration. Here are a few suggestions: 

Support Black-Owned Businesses. 

Patronize Black-owned businesses in your community 

and amplify their voices through social media and 

word-of-mouth recommendations. By investing in the 

economic success of Black entrepreneurs, we can promote 

economic empowerment and foster a more equitable 

society. 

Attend public hearings and meetings where issues 

affecting black communities are discussed. 

These hearings provide an opportunity for community 

members to voice their concerns, share their experiences, 

and advocate for change directly to lawmakers 

and policymakers. By showing up and speaking out, 

you can ensure all voices and perspectives are heard 

and considered in the decision-making process. 

Engage directly with your elected officials. 

Writing letters, making phone calls, and scheduling 

meetings with local government officials and state legislators 

are all powerful tools for advocacy. Building relationships 

with your elected officials and holding us 

accountable can help drive positive change from the 

ground up. 

Get involved with local organizations and advocacy 

groups actively working to address issues facing 

black communities. 

These groups often have deep connections and relationships 

with state government officials and can provide 

valuable insights and support for your advocacy 

efforts. By collaborating with problem solvers who are 

dedicated to advancing black communities, you can 

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up to their fullest God-given potential. By honoring the 

legacy of Black Americans, we can forge a more just and 

unified future for generations to come. 

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Last month, 14 seniors from Jonathan Alder and London high 

schools started bringing home paychecks along with their report 

cards, thanks to the new ELITE program offered through Tolles Career 

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ELITE, which stands for Experiential Learning in Technical Education, 

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“There are students who don’t want to be in school the entire day 

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you’re interested in to see whether this is really something 

you may want to do,” says Steve Cawley, Tolles internship coordinator. 

“You also get a chance to start saving money for your future 

life —whether that’s going into higher education or the workforce.” 

ELITE students work an average of 10 hours per week with four 

scheduling options — morning, afternoon, outside of school hours, 

and weekends — that can be mixed and matched to suit the mutual 

needs of the student’s and employer’s schedules. So far, all students 

are being paid well above Ohio’s $10.45 per hour minimum wage. 

“Our business partners are really stepping up to the plate,” Cawley 

says. “On average, our students are seeing pay in the $14 to $16 

per hour range, but that can also get up into the $20 range, depending 

on the field.” 

Students log weekly hours on a time sheet that the employer 

must sign. The employer also completes a quarterly progress report, 

rating the competencies the student has displayed on the job, such 

as work attitude, organizational skills, teamwork, communication, 

attendance, and following policies and procedures. 

“These are substantial learning opportunities, not just shadowing,” 

says Kim Hull, support specialist for the ELITE program. 

“These students are being given real projects and tasks from our 

business partners.” 

“They’re providing value to these businesses and, in return, a lot 

of our business partners are treating these students as valuable 

cogs, including them in their celebratory lunches for meeting company 

goals, for example,” Cawley says. “They really appreciate 

them.” 

Cawley says he expects at least 25 seniors to be accepted into 

the ELITE program this coming fall as more students learn about 

the opportunity. 

“I could even see it up to the 50 to 75 range,” he says. “We’re giving 

students the opportunity to get out into the workforce to see 

what happens in the career they’re choosing. It’s going to benefit 

them greatly however they continue on their career pathway, even 

if they find out it’s not what they want to do.” 

Seniors interested in the ELITE program must have a 95 percent 

attendance rate at their home high school, have no record of major 

discipline issues, have a minimum 2.5 grade point average, be on 

track to graduate, maintain a grade of C or better in all classes, get 

a recommendation from their guidance counselor or school administrator, 

and provide their own transportation to and from the workplace. 

“There are a lot of boxes that need to be checked, but the students 

we have enrolled right now are very happy,” Hull says. “I am 

constantly amazed at the enthusiasm that I am encountering from 

both our students and the businesses with which they are placed.” 

Students can enroll in ELITE for just one semester or for their 

entire senior year. 

“They can stay with the same employer for the whole year or 

change employers at the break,” Cawley says, noting ELITE students 

can also earn one elective credit at their home high school if 

they work 180 hours in a semester. 

“We’re working on developing some additional curriculum for 

students, like resume writing, developing a LinkedIn profile and 

an elevator speech—little things they can do to build their skills and 

log some hours before they are placed in their internships,” Hull 

says, adding that, unlike some other programs, ELITE students do 

not have to line up their own internships. Tolles does it for them. 

“We even set up an interview with the student and the business 

partner to make sure it’s a good fit. This is such a unique and exciting 

opportunity for students,” Hull says. 

To learn more, contact Cawley at scawley@tollestech.com or 

(614) 873-4666 ext. 4361. 

Supporting veterans 

Terry Arbogast (left), secretary of Vietnam Veterans Chapter 746 

based in London, and Dave Cunningham, chapter president, 

present a donation of $3,000 to Megan Jacob, director of veterans 

operations at Honor Flight Columbus. Honor Flight arranges 

trips for military veterans to see the war memorials in Washington 

D.C. They cover airfare, transportation on site, and food, as 

well as provide the veterans with a warm welcome home at the 

airport at the end of the trip. To be eligible, a veteran must be at 

least 65 years old and served at least one day of full-time active 

duty after basic training. For details, visit www.honorflight.org.


MALONE 

Donna Marie Malone, 63, of London, Ohio, passed 

away peacefully while in hospice care on the morning of 

Feb. 4, 2024. 

She was preceded in death by: her loving mother, 

Marie Malone, and father, Lawrence “Larry” Malone, as 

well as several brothers and sisters. She is survived by: 

her sister, Barbara (Michael) Reece; her son, Christian 

Malone; cousins including Valerie (James) Vernaccini 

and Keith Williams; and many nieces, nephews, greatnieces 

and great-nephews. She also is survived by her 

sister of adoptive family, Diana Fulmer, and was preceded 

in death by Jack and Geneva Fulmer, who became 

family to her at her darkest hour, as she lost her 

father at age 18, and who remain a part of Donna and 

Christian’s lives ever since. 

Donna loved many people and loved them dearly. 

She loved her son with all of her heart and spent her 

life making sure that he could pursue his dreams. She 

saw him graduate from high school, then college, then 

law school, become a lawyer, and then, as she neared 

the end of her life, that he was accepted to begin a new 

career by entering nursing school. 

Donna had previously beaten melanoma in 1997 

with the help of wonderful surgeons and doctors which 

were able to render her cancer-free for several decades 

before she was diagnosed in November of 2023 with 

pancreatic cancer. Donna was able, with the help of the 

OSU James Cancer Hospital, Madison Health Hospital, 

ViaQuest Hospice, and the London Health and Rehab 

Center, to spend two more months in comfort and good 

cheer with her family and friends. 

Until her passing, Donna was devoted to helping others. 

Even when she was weak, she would never hesitate 

to help anyone. Donna spent her life working with people, 

for people. She never entered a restaurant or a hotel 

where her instincts to make sure everyone was taken 

care of didn’t kick in when she saw something below 

standard. Donna did not possess the ability to turn off 

her need to help others, even as her body could no longer 

keep up with her mind. 

Donna struggled with narcolepsy from 2014 until her 

passing, but through the struggle, she enjoyed reading 

and interacting with others in the community who also 

suffer from narcolepsy and cataplexy. 

Donna was a native of East Liverpool, Ohio. Although 

Donna moved away to be with family, and most 

recently resided in London, Ohio, she always loved East 

Liverpool and the friends and family she grew up with. 

Donna resided in the metro Atlanta area for several 

years in the ‘80s and ‘90s, and again in the 2010s. 

Donna attended East Liverpool High School, the University 

of Akron, and Kent State University. 

She leaves behind many “honorary” children and 

grandchildren, coworkers at Taco Bell locations in Calcutta, 

Columbiana, and Clarion (Pennsylvania), and the 

friends of her son, Christian, including Joshua (Rebekah) 

Smith and their son Soren, Brandon (Virginia) 

Bair, and too many more lives whom she touched to 

mention. She also leaves behind several dogs whom she 

loved and who loved her dearly, and goes to be with 

those who have gone to rest, both two- and four-legged. 

In lieu of flowers, her family suggests a donation to St. 

Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Donna’s memory. 

A celebration of Donna’s life was set for 6 p.m. Feb. 

24 at Jalisco’s Restaurant in Salem, Ohio. 

The family is being served by Eberle-Fisher Funeral 

Home and Crematory, London. Condolences may be 

shared online at www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com. 

obituaries 

GATES 

Patricia L. Gates, 72, of London, Ohio, died on Feb. 

14, 2024, in Mount Carmel Hospital, Grove City. Born 

on April 12, 1951, in Portsmouth, she was a daughter 

of Roy J. and Geneva K. (Edington) Gates. 

Patty worked as a nurse for Madison County Hospital 

for many years. She attended First United 

Methodist Church and was a member of the Madison 

County Senior Citizens. 

A cherished friend by many, Patty is survived by a 

god daughter, Kaylee Grooms, and several cousins. She 

was preceded in death by her parents and brother, 

Larry J. Gates. 

A graveside service was held Feb. 19 in Rushtown 

Cemetery, Portsmouth, with Pastor Timothy Palla of 

McDermott Christian Church officiating. 

Memorials in Patty’s name may be made to: The Humane 

Society of Madison County, 2020 State Rte. 142 

NE, West Jefferson, OH 43162. 

The family was served by Eberle-Fisher Funeral 

Home and Crematory, London. Condolences may be 

shared online at www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com. 

TIMMONS 

Ernest Ray Timmons, 83, of Ashville, Ohio, died on 

Feb. 15, 2024, in Berger Hospital, Circleville. Born on 

July 22, 1940, in Pickaway County, he was a son of 

Harold and Ethel (Welsch) Timmons. 

Ernie had retired from PPG Industries after 37 years 

as a resin specialist. A U.S. Army veteran, he was an 

avid coon hunter, belonging to multiple coon hunting 

clubs and serving as a bench show judge and a master 

of hounds. 

Survivors include: his wife of almost 25 years, 

Roberta (Patterson) Timmons; children, James (Kerry) 

Timmons, Amey (Bryan) Packwood, Zachary Timmons; 

grandson, Jacob (Mykala) Timmons; two great-grandchildren; 

sisters, Betty Young and Patty Doyle; and numerous 

nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, 

and two sisters. 

Calling hours were held Feb. 20 at Eberle-Fisher Funeral 

Home and Crematory, followed by a graveside 

service at Dennison Chapel Cemetery in Big Plain. 

Condolences for the family may be sent to www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com. 

MILLER 

Alice Jean Miller, 95, of London, Ohio, died on Feb. 

16, 2024, in London Health and Rehabilitation. Born on 

Sept. 26, 1928, in Plain City, she was a daughter of 

Abner Miller and Lizzie (Miller). 

Alice had worked professionally as a secretary for 

Jeffrey Mining and was a member of Grace Fellowship 

Church. She enjoyed sewing and working on alterations. 

She is survived by: her brothers, William F. Miller 

and Wendell W. Miller; sister, Anne Marie Miller; and 

several nieces and nephews. 

Alice was preceded in death by: her parents; siblings, 

Edna (Dan) Headings, Lee (Rose) Miller, Daniel Miller, 

Eli (Mary) Miller, Henry (Anna Mae) Miller, Emma Mae 

Miller, and Nancy (Paul) Showalter; and sisters-in-law, 

Ruby Miller and Louella Miller. 

The family received friends on Feb. 21 at Eberle- 

Fisher Funeral Home and Crematory, London. A graveside 

service followed at Alton Cemetery, Galloway, with 

Pastor Chris White officiating. 

Condolences may be shared online at www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com. 

Master Gardener scholarship 

The Madison County Master Gardener Volunteers will grant a 

$1,000 scholarship to a student who is interested in pursuing a 

plant-based science degree, such as in the areas of agronomy, 

botany, horticulture, landscaping, forestry, environment, conservation, 

or agriculture. The applicant must be a Madison County resident 

or a graduate (or graduating senior) of a Madison County high 

school. College students currently enrolled in a plant-related major 

may apply, as well. Interested students can apply online at 

go.osu.edu/madmgvscholarship or pick up an application from any 

Madison County high school or the OSU Extension Office, 215 Elm 

St., London. The application deadline is April 1. 

Seeking art to show at city hall 

London City Hall, 20 S. Walnut St., exhibits local artists’ work 

each month at no charge. Anyone interested in displaying their art 

or anyone who knows someone who might be interested can contact 

Kim Lattimer-Reeder at (740) 506-2198 or artistkrl@icloud.com. 

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John Robert Shilling, age 76, 

of Mount Sterling, Ohio passed away at 

home surrounded by his family and his 

beloved dog on February 13, 2024. He was 

born on July 2, 1947, in Tarentum, Pennsylvania. 

He grew up in Ohio in Meigs County and 

graduated from Vermilion High School, 

Columbus State Community College with an 

Associates Degree in Computer Science and 

from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor’s 

Degree in Agricultural Economics. 

John was most proud of his family and celebrating 

their accomplishments, serving in 

the Air Force in Vietnam, earning a Bronze 

Star, obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in 7 quarters, earning his private pilot’s license, 

being a member of MENSA, starting his company Drainage Plows Inc., 

and creating a website in early 2000s called Ask-It-Here that grew to over 4,000 

members. He cherished overseeing the family farm, tending to the ponds and 

wildlife area, and enjoyed spending moments there alongside his grandchildren. 

He will be missed for his: optimistic viewpoints, crazy ideas, adventurous spirit, 

love of genealogy, vast knowledge of World War II, cosmic theories, love of nature, 

daily Jeopardy knowledge/wins, but most of all his humor and entertaining 

stories. 

He is preceded in death by his parents Miles A. Shilling and Evelyn M. (Shilling) 

Burkey, and sisters Judy (Shilling) Larizza. 

John leaves behind his devoted wife Sue of 54 years; daughter Sara (Shilling) 

Scott; son, Brian Shilling (Kate); grandchildren, Emma Danielsson, Lily Danielsson, 

John Shilling, and Nick Shilling; sisters, Linda (Shilling) Francis and Vivian 

(Shilling) Hamilton; his Golden Retriever, Captain; and other family and dear 

friends. 

John will be laid to rest in Pleasant Cemetery in Mount Sterling, Ohio. A Celebration 

of Life will be held at a later date to allow family and friends to gather 

and share memories. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages you to plant a 

tree in his honor or make a donation to an organization making a positive difference 

such as the Grove City Cancer Thrift Shop. 

Online condolences for the family may be shared at 

www.portertiddfuneralhome.com



Fun ways to ask people to be in the wedding party 

Plenty of love and effort goes into coordinating 

a dream wedding. Although the 

happy couple garners most of the spotlight, 

they’re not the only ones who feature prominently 

in the wedding. 

The wedding party is made up of bridesmaids, 

groomsmen, a ring bearer, a flower 

girl, ushers, and other guests of honor, such 

as a couple’s parents. The wedding resource 

The Knot reports that old-school etiquette 

once indicated there should be one groomsman 

and one corresponding bridesmaid for 

every 50 guests, although four bridesmaids 

and four groomsmen tends to be the average 

nowadays. 

Choosing who will be included in the 

wedding party requires forethought and 

should not be rushed. The rule of thumb is 

to ask roughly a year to eight months before 

the wedding so those asked have time to 

prepare. When that time comes, these fun 

ideas can help couples invite loved ones to 

be in the wedding party with style. 

• Say it with a treat. Remember those 

heart-shaped candies that come out at 

Valentine’s Day that are printed with sentiments 

like “Be mine”? Replicate the idea 

by giving prospective wedding party members 

cookies iced to look like tuxedos and 

bridesmaid gowns with a phrase like “Will 

you?” 

• Give personalized drinkware. Whether 

it’s wine glasses or flasks, have drinkware 

engraved with the names of who is being 

asked so that everyone can toast when they 

say yes. In the event that someone declines, 

that person will still have a thoughtful momento. 

• Make custom scratch-off cards. This 

is one gamble that is likely to pay off when 

you present loved ones and friends with 

scratch-off tickets that reveal the question, 

“Will you be my bridesmaid/groomsman?” besties in the wedding party. Those who are 

• Put together swag bags. Take a page up for having a good time will have no problem 

wearing the matching outfits when out 

out of fashion shows or celebrity parties and 

package some luxury items into gift bags for for wedding-related events. 

those special people you want to stand by • Fill balloons with confetti and messages. 

Ask friends and loved ones to pop 

your side on your wedding day. High-end 

grooming products, jewelry, electronics accessories, 

and more can be great gifts for in the wedding party. 

ballons to reveal your request that they be 

those who are likely to be in your wedding Engaged couples may have many close 

party. 

friends and loved ones they want to stand 

• Gift robes or T-shirts. Plan ahead for by their side during the wedding. There are 

staged and coordinated photos by purchasing 

matching robes or T-shirts for all the the celebration. 

plenty of fun ways to ask them to be part of 

Plenty of tasty options 

when it comes to cakes 

Something sweet comes near the end of 

a wedding reception, and that is the joy the 

couple experiences knowing they have their 

entire lives ahead of them to enjoy together. 

However, there is another sweet treat that 

is shared near the conclusion of the wedding: 

the wedding cake. 

Couples have many options when picking 

their wedding cakes. The following are some 

tidbits to chew on. 

• Couples can choose among various 

cake styles. Many opt for a classic style, 

which is typically a white or ivory tiered 

cake with simple, elegant decorations. Rustic 

cakes may be much less ornate, while 

modern cakes may be rectangular or square 

and feature clean lines and minimalist decoration. 

The cake should fit the overall 

theme and scope of the wedding as it is another 

complementary component of the 

larger celebration. 

• Wedding cakes can be quite costly. 

Couples and their guests look forward to 

Wedding Wire estimates the average wedding 

cake costs around $500. One way for 

indulging in wedding cake near the end of 

the reception. The looks and flavors of a 

couples to save on their cake is to have a 

wedding cake can be as unique as the 

faux cake on display, with one tier that is 

couple saying, “I do.” 

made from cake and can be cut. Guests will 

then be served slices of a sheet cake that is 

much less expensive. 

addition of egg whites, makes it a more stable 

option over traditional buttercreams, 

• Couples have many flavors to choose 

from. Vanilla is classic and quite popular particularly during warm weather. Alternatively, 

couples can opt for a “naked cake,” 

because it appeals to a vast number of people. 

Lemon, chocolate, and carrot are some which usually has a scant amount of frosting 

so that the cake underneath peeks 

other popular cake flavors. 

• When it comes to frosting a cake, there through. 

are various outer coatings that will encapsulate 

the cake to make it both beautiful largely fell out of favor, although it is still 

• A groom’s cake used to be tradition, but 

and durable. Buttercream, Swiss meringue, alive and well in the American South. The 

fondant, cream cheese, and ganache all can groom’s cake typically is less ornate than 

be used in various applications. Some bakers 

attest that Swiss meringue, due to the choices in style, interests, and 

the wedding cake, and favors the groom’s 

flavors.


What to keep in mind 

when looking for dress 

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-tobe 

tries on 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. 

1. 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. 

2. 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. 

3. Flatter your figure 

Chances are brides-to-be know which 

cuts and styles are most flattering. Mimic 

those style choices in the wedding dress. If 

you want to take focus off of full hips, choose 

a basque or asymmetrical waistline. Gowns 

with substantial straps or higher necklines 

may be better if you have a larger chest. 

Sheath and mermaid style gowns are options 

if you are confident with your figure 

and want to show off your curves. 

4. 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 very appealing. 

5. 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. 

What defines the right wedding gown depends on personal preference and is unique to 

the person doing the search. 

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community calendar 


Solar Eclipse Glasses 

Ahead of the solar eclipse that will take 

place on April 8, the village of West Jefferson 

is giving away 300 sets of special glasses 

for safely viewing the eclipse. They will be 

released on March 1 at the water department 

at town hall. The village is not taking 

reservations for the glasses; they will be 

given out on a first come, first served basis. 

Rural-Urban Day Breakfast 

The London Rotary Club is once again 

hosting their annual Rural-Urban Day 

Breakfast. The public is welcome to attend 

this event which brings together the local 

agricultural and business communities for 

food, fellowship, and recognition. 

This year’s event is set for 7:30 a.m. 

March 7 at the Madison County Senior Center. 

Breakfast is provided free of charge to 

the public. 

After the keynote speaker’s presentation, 

Rotary will announce the recipient of the 

Joe Yoder Award. Joe Yoder was a lifelong 

farmer and a strong advocate for farmers in 

the community. He also was a member of 

the London Rotary Club and was dedicated 

to the ideal of “service above self.” Since 

Joe’s death in 2008, the club has presented 

the Joe Yoder Award to a deserving member 

of the agricultural community who: 

• has made a significant contribution to 

agriculture in Madison County; 

• has preservation of the land for the future 

as an ultimate goal; 

• has a strong reputation in the agricultural 

community; and 

• has agriculture as a significant source 

of their livelihood. 

This year’s sponsors, to date, are Chaney 

and Thomas Insurance, Madison Health, 

Beck’s Hybrids, Eberle-Fisher Funeral 

Home, Edward Jones, Mike Wilson - Coughlin 

Auto, Madison County Chamber of Commerce, 

Merchants National Bank, Rocking 

Horse Community Health Center, and 

Madison Senior Living Community. 

Community Baby Shower 

The Madison County Healthy Child & 

Family Consortium is hosting a Community 

Baby Shower at 5 p.m. April 17 at London 

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City Hall, 20 S. Walnut St. The event is 

open to mothers in their third trimester up 

to three months postpartum. Raffle items, 

food, resources, education, and more are 

planned. To attend, RSVP by April 10 by 

calling (740) 852-3068. 

Organizers are accepting monetary donations 

and donations of new baby items for 

the event. Items needed include: cribs, crib 

mattresses, car seats, high chairs, diapers, 

wipes, blankets, crib sheets, pack-n-plays, 

strollers, pacifiers, breast pumps, baby carriers 

and wraps, diaper bags, bottles, bottle 

brushes, my-first-year books, changing table 

mats, pads, and sheets, baby shampoo, and 

baby lotion. For details on making a donation, 

call Amanda Morgan at (740) 852-0339. 

Health District and Advisory 

Council Meetings 

The Madison County London City Health 

District Board will hold its next regular 

meeting at 5 p.m. March 14 at Madison 

County Public Health, 306 Lafayette St., 

London. 

The Madison County District Advisory 

Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. March 11 at 

the Madison County Engineer’s Office, 825 

U.S. Rte. 42, London. 

Mt. Sterling Community Center 

The Mount Sterling Community Center 

is located at 164 E. Main St. For details, call 

(740) 869-2453. 

Feb. 26—9 a.m.-12 p.m., indoor open play 

pickleball 

5-7 p.m., indoor open play pickleball 

7-9 p.m., men’s open gym basketball 

Feb. 27—3-6 p.m., food pantry for income 

eligible households. Pre-packed food boxes 

are delivered to your vehicle. Bring proof of 

residence at first visit and picture ID every 

visit. Call (740) 869-2453 for details. 

7-8 p.m., Alcoholics Anonymous 

Feb. 28—9 a.m.-12 p.m., indoor open play 

pickleball 

10 a.m.-3 p.m., sewing for adults 

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., senior lunch program 

for anyone 60 and older, RSVP by calling 

(740) 869-2453 

5-6 p.m., all levels yoga class, $10 

March 1—9 a.m.-12 p.m., indoor open play 

pickleball 

5-7 p.m., indoor open play pickleball 

March 2—10 a.m.-3 p.m., sewing for all 

ages and abilities 

March 3—7-8:30 p.m., HEAT training 

(plyometrics/speed and agility), grades K- 

12. Free; food drive donation items appreciated. 

March 16—Spring bazaar 

March 23—Egg-Streme Community 

Easter Jam 

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. 26—8:30 a.m., indoor walking and 

exercise class; 9 a.m., chair volleyball; 9:30 

a.m., crocheting, knitting and needle crafts; 

10:30 a.m., sitting exercise and strengthening; 

1 p.m., euchre. 

Feb. 27—9 a.m., quilting class, 10 a.m., 

bowling; 4-7 p.m., billiards, hand and foot 

cards, workout room open 

Feb. 28—8:30 a.m., indoor walking and 

exercise class; 9 a.m., chair volleyball; 12 

p.m., bridge 

Feb. 29—9 a.m., chair volleyball 

March 1—8:30 a.m., indoor walking/exercise 

class; 9 a.m., painting class; 1 p.m., free 

movie for members. 

London Public Library 

20 E. First St. Call (740) 852-9543. 

• Monster Jam Reading Program. 

Through April 27, children ages 2-12 can 

earn a free ticket to Monster Jam, happening 

April 26-27, just by reading five books. 

Participants must pick up a reading 

voucher at the library and have it stamped 

by library staff. It is only valid for show 

times listed on the back of the voucher. 

Reading vouchers may only be redeemed at 

Schottenstein Center prior to the performance 

date. A free ticket comes with the purchase 

of a full-priced adult ticket. 

• Ringling Bros. Reading Program. 

Through May 11, children ages 2-12 can 

earn a free ticket to Ringling Bros. and Barnum 

& Bailey, happening May 10-12, just 

by reading five books. Participants must 

pick up a reading voucher at the library and 

have it stamped by library staff. It is only 

valid for show times listed on the back of the 

voucher. Reading vouchers may only be redeemed 

at Schottenstein Center prior to the 

performance date. A free ticket comes with 

the purchase of a full-priced adult ticket. 

• 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. 

• Sensory Play. On Feb. 28 from 10 to 

11:30 a.m., children up to age 6 years old 

can explore sensory tubs. The theme is 

“RICE.” Participants will measure, scoop, 

excavate, and dig for treasure. 

• Group Study Session. On Feb. 28 from 

4 to 7 p.m., the Hartley Meeting Room will 

be open to high school students who need a 

place to do schoolwork. Drop in any time. 

Free Wi-Fi is always available at the library. 

Snacks will be provided. 

• Leaping Cups Craft. Stop by between 

4 and 8 p.m. Feb. 29 to make a leaping cup— 

bunny, frog, or kangaroo—and see whose can 

leap the farthest. 

• Kindergarten Club. On Feb. 29 from 

6:30 to 7:15 p.m., children ages 3-6 can practice 

the alphabet and motor skills to prepare 

for kindergarten. Participants will practice 

letter sounds and writing letters using multisensory 

literacy activities. Children can 

master important fine motor skills and 

gross motor skills needed to start school. 

Participants will work on numbers and 

counting, scissors, sorting, and patterns. 

• Seuss Celebration. Celebrate Dr. 

Seuss with a scavenger hunt, games, and 

craft on March 2, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 

HBMLibrary 

270 Lilly Chapel Rd., West Jefferson. 

Call (614) 879-8448. 

• Storytime. Wednesdays and Friday at 

10:30 a.m. 

• Author Talk. The Madison County Masters 

Gardener volunteers are hosting this 

event featuring Madison County resident 

Teresa Woodard. At 6 p.m. Feb. 27, 

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. 

• Booklovers. The group will discuss 

“Tom Lake” at 4 p.m. March 4. 

• Beginner Farmer Series. The library is 

hosting Part 2 of the OSU Extension’s “Beginner 

Farmer Series” on March 5, 5:30- 

6:30 p.m. 

• Prom Dress Drive. Donations of gently 

used or new dresses are being accepted at the 

information desk. Anyone who needs a dress 

is welcome to check out the free selections. 

• Storybook Build. Children are invited to 

build Jack’s Beanstalk at 11 a.m. March 16. 

Mount Sterling Library 

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

• Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Mondays for 

ages 2-5 years old. 

• 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 

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 

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 

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xLegal Notices 

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS 

Sealed proposals for the Madison County – Midway Drainage Improvements 

Project will be received by the Madison County Commissioners 

at their office located at the Madison County Courthouse, 1 N. Main 

Street, London, Ohio 43140 until 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 12, 2024, 

and then at 10:35 a.m. at said office opened and read aloud. 

The proposed project will install drainage at several locations in the Village. 

Plans, specifications, and bid documents may be secured electronically 

by contacting the Madison County Commissioners’ Office by email 

at amy.rees@madison.oh.gov, or by telephone at 740-852-2972. 

Prospective bidders must supply a telephone number and email for 

the plan holders list. The County will email the prospective bidder the 

bid documents, and add the prospective bidder’s name to the planholders 

list. 

Each bid must be accompanied by either a bid bond in an amount of 

100% of the bid amount with a surety satisfactory to the aforesaid Madison 

County Commissioners or by certified check, cashiers check, or letter 

of credit upon a solvent bank in the amount of not less than 10% of the 

bid amount in favor of the aforesaid Madison County Commissioners. 

Bid Bonds shall be accompanied by Proof of Authority of the official or 

agent signing the bond. The successful Bidder will be required to furnish 

a satisfactory Performance Bond in the amount of 100% of the Bid. 

Propoals shall be sealed and marked as Proposal for: Madison County – 

Midway Drainage Improvements Project and mailed or delivered to: 

Madison County Board of Commissioners 

Madison County Courthouse, 1 N. Main Street 


Attention of bidders is called to all of the requirements contained in 

this bid packet, particularly to the Federal Labor Standards Provisions 

and Davis-Bacon Wages, various insurance requirements, and the Federal 

Section 3 and EEO provisions. 

No bidder may withdraw his bid within sixty (60) days after the actual 

date of the opening thereof. Madison County Commissioners reserves 

the right to waive any informalities or to reject any or all bids. For more 

project information, please contact Troy Niese, PE, ChoiceOne Engineering 

at 513-239-8554. The Project cost estimate is Three Hundred Sixty- 

Eight Thousand Dollars ($368,000.00). 

MM FEBRUARY 25 & MARCH 3, 2024 

The Annual Report of the 

London Public Library 

for year ending 

December 31, 2023 

has been completed and filed as of 

February 2024. The report is 

available for inspection at the office of 

the Fiscal Officer at 

20 E. 1st Street, London, OH 43140 

Stephanie McComas 

MM FEBRUARY 25, 2024 

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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS 

MADISON COUNTY, OHIO 

PROBATE DIVISION, JUVENILE COURT 

Case No. 22430003 

Summons By Publication 

In the Matter of 

Ly K (F) 

Alleged Dependent Child 

To: Jaylinn Bunn 

LKA-322 Andrew Ct., London, OH 43140 

Joshua Kampfer 

LKA-322 Andrew Ct., London, OH 43140 

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

County Children Services, alleging dependency of Ly K (F) DOB 

08/01/2023, pursuant to O.R.C. 2151.04. An initial/pretrial hearing has 

been scheduled at the Madison County Juvenile Court, 1 North Main 

Street, London, OH 43140, on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., 

and for adjudication hearing on Monday, March 25, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. 

and at the call of the Court thereafter. 

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

of said 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 

request. If you believe that you qualify, contact the Court at (740) 852- 

0760. 

CHRISTOPHER J. BROWN 

Juvenile Judge 

Madison County, Ohio 



The 2023 Annual Financial Report for 

Somerford Township 

is complete and will be available for 

inspection at the 

Somerford Township Hall 

91 St. Rt. 56 N.W. 

on Wednesday, April 12 at 7 p.m. 

Amanda J. Knowles, Fiscal Officer 

Somerford Township 



Attention: Cities & Townships 

ADVERTISE 

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PUBLIC NOTICES 

CALL US AT 

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740-852-0809 

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS 

Sealed proposals for the Madison County – London Third Ward Drainage 

and Sewer Improvements Project will be received by the Madison 

County Commissioners at their office located at the Madison County 

Courthouse, 1 N. Main Street, London, Ohio 43140 until 10:45 a.m., Tuesday, 

March 12, 2024, and then at 10:50 a.m. at said office opened and 

read aloud. 

The proposed project will install drainage at several locations in the Village. 

Plans, specifications, and bid documents may be secured electronically 

by contacting the Madison County Commissioners’ Office by email 

at amy.rees@madison.oh.gov, or by telephone at 740-852-2972. 

Prospective bidders must supply a telephone number and email for 

the plan holders list. The County will email the prospective bidder the 

bid documents, and add the prospective bidder’s name to the planholders 

list. 

Each bid must be accompanied by either a bid bond in an amount of 

100% of the bid amount with a surety satisfactory to the aforesaid Madison 

County Commissioners or by certified check, cashiers check, or letter 

of credit upon a solvent bank in the amount of not less than 10% of the 

bid amount in favor of the aforesaid Madison County Commissioners. 

Bid Bonds shall be accompanied by Proof of Authority of the official or 

agent signing the bond. The successful Bidder will be required to furnish 

a satisfactory Performance Bond in the amount of 100% of the Bid. 

Propoals shall be sealed and marked as Proposal for: Madison County – 

London Third Ward Drainage and Sewer Improvements Project and 

mailed or delivered to: 

Madison County Board of Commissioners 

Madison County Courthouse, 1 N. Main Street 


Attention of bidders is called to all of the requirements contained in 

this bid packet, particularly to the Federal Labor Standards Provisions 

and Davis-Bacon Wages, various insurance requirements, and the Federal 

Section 3 and EEO provisions. 

No bidder may withdraw his bid within sixty (60) days after the actual 

date of the opening thereof. Madison County Commissioners reserves 

the right to waive any informalities or to reject any or all bids. For more 

project information, please contact Troy Niese, PE, ChoiceOne Engineering 

at 513-239-8554. The Project cost estimate is Five Hundred Twenty- 

Five Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($525,500.00). 

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Will be taking sealed bids for the following vehicle 

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Please send bids to Central Townships Joint Fire 

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LEGAL NOTICE 

Sealed bids for the furnishing of all labor, material, and equipment necessary for the 

Madison County Fairgrounds New Restroom & Shower Facility, 205 Elm St./PO. Box 30, 

London, Ohio 43140 in accordance with the project drawings, will be received by Board of 

Directors at the office of Coughlin Center until 12:00 PM, Madison County, Ohio time on 4th 

day of March 2024 and shall be opened and read on the same day thereafter. 

The drawing and blank proposal forms may be obtained via email by contacting; 

hthornberry@bluebirdretirement.com Monday – Friday between 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. 

Each proposal shall contain the full name and address of each person or company submitting 

the same and all parties interested therein and shall be accompanied by a Bid Guaranty 

and Contract Bond in the sum of 100% of the amount of the bid or a certified check in the 

amount of 10% of the bid, payable to the Madison County Fairgrounds Board, as a guarantee 

that if the proposal is accepted, a contract will be entered into. The bond or check of all 

unsuccessful bidders shall be returned to them by the contracting authority immediately 

upon awarding the contract or rejection of all proposals. All proposals must be signed in 

ink. Facsimile or electronic transmissions are not permitted. 

Contractors will have access to the project area for the purpose of examination, measurement, 

and familiarization prior to bid submission. 

Bids of corporations not chartered in Ohio must be accompanied by proper certifications 

that such Corporation is authorized to do work in the state of Ohio. 

Attention is directed to the requirement that each proposal must be accompanied by all 

documents listed in the bid specifications package including, but not limited to, a Non- 

Collusion Affidavit duly signed by the bidder, and a Personal Property Delinquent Tax 

Affidavit duly signed by the bidder--required by Section 5719.042 of the Ohio Revised 

Code—thereof. No payment shall be made on any Contract for which no such affidavit has 

been submitted. 

Bidder is to take notice that the Form of Bond must meet the requirements of ORC 153.54 

to 153.57. Date of substantial completion is May 31st, 2024. Inquires regarding the bidding 

documents, including requests the clarifications shall be submitted to; hpthornberry@blue 

birdretirement.com. The subject line should clearly read: “MADISON COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS 

RESTROOM PROJECT” 

Project is Prevailing Wage. 

Attention is also directed to all bidders that pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Sections 307.86 

and 307.87, effective March 2, 2024, this notice of bid will be published two times in the 

Madison Messenger. The Board of Madison County Agricultural Society reserves the right 

to reject any or all bids submitted and to waive any informalities or irregularities in any bid 

received, and to determine the lowest, responsive and responsible bidder in accordance 

with the methods and criteria in the bidding documents. No bids may be withdrawn for a 

period of at least sixty (60) days after the opening thereof. 

Bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly indicating on the outside, “Madison 

County Fairgrounds New Restroom and Shower Facility” – as well as the name and address 

of the person or business submitting the proposal. 

BY ORDER OF THE MADISON COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY: 

Paul Gross – President 


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March 12, 2024 at 10:00 A.M., Ohio Standard Time for providing hauling 

(2024 TRUCKING) of various sizes of aggregate and asphalt required for 

the general construction and maintenance of Madison County Roads during 

the year 2024 according to specifications on file in the Madison County 

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42 NE, London, Ohio, 43140 or can be downloaded from 

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Bids shall have separate unit prices for all items. 

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