Grove City Messenger - March 24th, 2024

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Hopping around 

an Easter egg hunt 

Messenger photos by Dedra Cordle 

Gantz Park was the most hopping place on March 9 as Keller 

Williams Consultants Realty hosted its first annual Easter Egg 

Hunter. Despite the occasional rain shower and strong gusts of 

wind, more than three dozen children throughout the region 

came to the park located in the city of Grove City to search for 

hidden treasures and have their picture taken with the famous 

rabbit. Shown here having a great time at the photo station with 

the Easter Bunny (a.k.a. Jeff Messmer) is Sophie Stoltz, 5. 

While the photo station came equipped with a number of 

bunny ears and related holiday paraphernalia for the photo 

shoot, the Grove City resident came to the event with her own 

gear to celebrate the day. 

(Bottom right) Children get ready to pounce on the eggs that 

were spread throughout the upper portion of the park. Melissa 

Little, the events coordinator and growth director at Keller 

Williams Consultants Realty, said it took the egg hunt volunteers 

nearly an hour to place the treasures around the green 

space and it only took five minutes for the children to sweep 

them up. 

(Below) Joshua Howard, 3, reaches for a few of the eggs that 

were scattered around. More photos can be found at columbusmessenger.com. 

Council votes for 

events on Broadway 

By Andrea Cordle 

Grove City Editor 

Grove City Council approved legislation 

that would put popular events back on 

Broadway despite concerns from the city’s 

administration. 

For many years, events like Arts in the 

Alley and the Grove City Wine and Arts 

Festival were held along Broadway. More 

recently, the city’s administration has 

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Concert at St. John’s 

St. John’s Lutheran Church will host various ensembles 

from The Ohio State University School of Music in a concert. 

The event begins at 4 p.m. on April 7 in the church’s 

sanctuary, 3220 Columbus St. in Grove City. The public is 

invited. The church is requesting a $5 donation to help 

defray expenses. The concert is part of a year-long 

celebration at St. John’s 175th anniversary. 

Blood drives in Grove City 

The American Red Cross will host blood drives in 

Grove City including: 

•March 23 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Grove City 

United Methodist Church, 2684 Columbus Street 

•March 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Drury Inn & 

Suites Grove City, 4109 Parkway Centre Drive 

•March 29 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the 

Grove City Library, 3959 Broadway 

To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-448-3543 

or visit www.redcrossblood.org. 

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moved those events off Broadway to address safety and 

traffic issues. As the city grows, so does its traffic and 

city leaders did not want to divert the traffic from 

State Route 62 onto residential streets. 

Councilman Randy Holt introduced the legislation 

that would direct the city administrator to cause the 

closing of Broadway for Arts in the Alley and the Wine 

and Arts Festival. He said the organizations that host 

those events (Grove City Chamber of Commerce for 

Arts in the Alley and Heart of Grove City for Wine and 

Arts) support the plan. 

This ordinance does not mandate that the events 

are held on Broadway. It allows for the events to be at 

that location but it is up to the organizations to apply 

for a permit and state its intent to hold the event on 

Broadway. 

“We have all heard a clear message from residents,” 

said Holt at a recent council meeting. “The value of 

having the events on Broadway exceeds the residential 

inconvenience of detours.” 

Council members believe that if Circleville can close 

its streets for the annual pumpkin show and Bucyrus 

can close its main route for the bratwurst festival, then 

Grove City can do the same. 

According to William Vedra, deputy city administrator, 

comparing those municipalities with Grove City 

is not “apples to apples.” He said though Circleville 

does close U.S. Route 23, there are other routes to 

direct truck and other traffic around the area. In addition, 

he said Bucyrus also has a simple detour to get 

divers through town when that city closes its main 

route. 

Vedra said the average daily traffic count at 

Broadway and Columbus Street is 17,000 vehicles. He 

said the residential streets around the downtown area 

are not designed to handle that amount of traffic, 

which includes truck traffic. 

“Based on our experience and professional opinion, 

the risks of closing Broadway outweigh the benefits to 

the entire community,” said Vedra. “Our number one 

goal is safety.” 

Further complicating matters is the Columbus 

Street sewer expansion project that will be in progress 

from July through December. Drivers will see a westbound 

only Columbus Street detour with this construction 

project. 

Holt said this project could been viewed as a positive, 

as drivers would already be accustomed to a 

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S.A.L.T. at Evans Center 

The Grove City Division of Police host Seniors and Law 

Enforcement Together (S.A.L.T.) meetings at 10 a.m. on 

the second Thursday of each month at the Evans Center, 

4330 Dudley Ave. Adults of all ages are welcome to attend. 

If you would like additional information on other crime 

prevention programs visit police.grovecityohio.gov or call 

614-277-1765. 

Recycling event at Westland Area Library 

To celebrate Earth Day, the Westland Area Library will 

host a battery recycling event from 2 to 4 p.m. April 21 at 

4740 West Broad St. Participants can drop off any type of 

battery except vehicle batteries. This includes disposable 

and rechargeable batteries, cellphone batteries, and packs 

from power tools. The Recycling Guy will also be on hand 

to take items not accepted by Rumpke Recycling. For more 

information, call 614-878-1301. 

detour in the area. 

“If the administration would spend an equivalent 

amount of time in the past several weeks trying to 

improve our detours, rather than finding last minute 

construction items and blockers, we could easily have 

the same success as Circleville,” said Holt. 

Pamela Drone, who is a small business owner and a 

Grove City resident, believes the safety issues are with 

the events being jammed into a small area off 

Broadway. 

“It is not safe as it is now,” she said. 

Drone said it is not safe for people in wheelchairs or 

those with limited mobility. 

“Everything is crowded and packed together.” 

She also said the small businesses on Broadway 

benefit from events being held on Broadway. 

Councilman Ted Berry said having the events off 

Broadway has impacted local business owners. 

“Moving an event behind Broadway does not give 

businesses any help,” said Berry. 

The legislation to allow the chamber and the Heart 

of Grove City to move their events back on Broadway 

was approved with a majority vote. The only vote 

against the ordinance was council president Christine 

Houk, who said council should not be giving directives 

to the experts in the field. 

“If council makes a decision to give a directive, we 

assume the risk of that decision,” said Houk. 

She said everyone would love to have events on 

Broadway, but with the growth in the city, traffic is 

only going to become heavier. 

“It’s not about the inconvenience of the flow of traffic. 

It is a safety issue - the pros say it is,” said Houk. 

Vedra said the city’s administration would like to 

make the Town Center Park the premier event space. 

He said there are plans to add permanent restrooms 

and other amenities and the space allows event planners 

more time to set up and tear down. 

According to Vedra, there is potential for more than 

six acres of event space in and around the Town Center 

Park. 

“That is much larger than Broadway,” he said. 

Vedra also announced plans to move the annual 

Homecoming Celebration from Broadway this year. 

The legislation council approved gives the green light 

for the Grove City Chamber of Commerce and Heart of 

Grove City to host events on Broadway. The homecoming 

is a city-sponsored event.


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In Education 

By Dedra Cordle 

Staff Writer 

South-Western City School’s superintendent 

says he is ready to retire after 

leading the district for nearly two decades. 

On March 11, Dr. Bill Wise told the 

board of education he would step down 

from his position prior to the expiration of 

his current contract, which runs through 

2026. He will remain as superintendent 

until Aug. 1, 2024. 

Wise said it has been both “a blessing” 

and “an honor” to have led the district. 

“It has truly been a blessing to be here,” 

he said. “I always like to say that South- 

Western is one of the biggest small places 

you’ll ever find because it is a family in and 

of itself. We have had so many talented 

individuals come through here that have 

laid the foundation for what this school 

community is and it has just been a real 

honor to have been able to serve here and 

hopefully, in some small way, have contributed 

to making it a better place.” 

Wise began his career in education in 

1990 as a mathematics teacher at Tiffin 

Columbian High School in Tiffin, Ohio. 

Within seven years, he was selected to 

serve as principal of the school. He 

remained in that role until coming to the 

SWCSD in 2002. 

Initially hired as the assistant superintendent 

of curriculum, he was promoted to 

deputy superintendent in 2006. The following 

year, he was selected by the board to 

serve as the district superintendent. 

During his tenure, he oversaw a massive 

and multi-phased construction project 

that built 13 new elementary schools, four 

new middle schools, one new high school 

and various other site development projects. 

He also oversaw the implementation 

of full day kindergarten and the creation of 

the Accelerated Learning Center, an inhouse 

college preparatory program for high 

school students to pursue college credit 

and earn associate degrees in two or three 

year pathways. 

The district experienced its highest 

graduation rate in district history under 

his tenure and there has been no new operating 

levy on the ballot since 2009. The district 

does not expect there to be a new operating 

levy on the ballot for the foreseeable 

future due to a strong financial forecast. 

Wise said that while he is proud of all of 

the strides the district has made since he 

has been here, he cannot take all of the 

credit for it. 

“I am very proud and very pleased by 

what has been accomplished at the district 

since 2007, but I don’t take any credit in 

that,” he said. “I have benefited greatly 

from the talented people in this district 

and it has just been my honor to be a part 

of that process.” 


Superintendent of South-Western 

City Schools District to retire 

Dr. Bill Wise 

Although his retirement is scheduled for 

Aug. 1 2024, Wise will not officially leave 

the district until Aug. 31, 2025. At the 

meeting, the board announced that Wise 

would serve as the special assistant to the 

new superintendent to help with the transition 

process. 

“I wanted to take on this role because I 

felt it was important that they be able to 

understand the logistics of the district and 

be able to move through those spaces as 

they take the reins of this district,” he said. 

“I want to make sure that I am able to support 

them, and I want to make sure that 

connections are made with various community 

groups, elected officials, and other 

partners that we have throughout the 

greater Columbus area.” 

The board said they were thankful for 

his decision to stay and assist the new 

superintendent. 

“We have been so blessed with Bill being 

here and knowing the ins and outs (of the 

district) and that is what is so nice about 

him staying around so we can have that 

smooth transition,” said board president 

Chris Boso. “That is going to be a great 

thing for that new prospect since he or she 

might not have that experience.” 

When asked what the board is looking 

for in a candidate for superintendent, Boso 

said they are looking for someone who will 

represent the community and someone 

who will not be overwhelmed by the size of 

the district, which is the third largest in 

central Ohio and the sixth largest in the 

state. 

Over the next several days, the district 

will reach out to a variety of organizations 

that assist school boards with the recruitment 

of superintendents. The board said 

they would like their pool of candidates to 

come from inside and outside of the state.



Career Academy receives state grant 


Staff Writer 

The South-Western Career Academy 

will receive financial assistance from the 

state as they prepare to expand its programs 

for the next school year. 

Earlier this month, Ohio Governor Mike 

DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted 

announced the recipients of the Career 

Technical Education Equipment Grant 

Program which will help schools purchase 

up-to-date equipment so they can better 

prepare students to be career-ready upon 

graduation. 

“New technologies are transforming the 

economy, and to prepare students for those 

careers, we need to invest in the machinery, 

technologies, and training that educators 

need to prepare students for the growing 

number of careers in the Ohio economy,” 

said Husted. “Through these investments, 

thousands more students will graduate 

high school career-ready — prepared 

for careers without college debt and providing 

Ohio employers with the talent they 

need to compete globally.” 

According to Evan Debo, the executive 

director of communications with the South- 

Western City School District, the career 

academy will receive more than $300,000 

to purchase equipment for the new HVAC 

program and the expansion of the Pre- 

Nursing program. 

“We are incredibly fortunate to have 

been named one of the 56 recipients of the 

2024 Career Technical Education 

Equipment Grant program by the governor’s 

office,” said Debo. “The $313,604 in 

funding comes at an incredibly important 

time for the SWCA as it is on the precipice 

of a significant program expansion for students 

with two new programs on the horizon 

for this upcoming fall.” 

Among the approved programming purchase 

for the HVAC program are: 

•Table-Top Heat Pump Trainer 

•Electronic Expansion Valve Table-Top 

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 

Trainer 

•HVAC Electrical Control Trainer 

•Residential Wiring Trainer TUE-150 

•Multi-Head Mini Split Heat Pump 

Training Unit 

•Deluxe Residential Heat Pump with 

Duct Work & TV TU-406C 

•Deluxe Residential AC Training Unit 

with TV & Duct Work TU-206C 

•Basic Refrigeration Trainer TU-100 

•Domestic Refrigeration Build-Up 

Trainer TU-101 

•Lab Volt AC/DC Training Systems 

•Build Pro Welding Table 

The state funding will also be used to 

purchase various student tool kits and supplies 

for the HVAC program. 

Christine Galvin, the director of career 

technical education, said student interest 

for the program has “been very positive.” 

“At the close of our February SWCA 

application window, student interest in the 

HVAC program has been very positive 

across the four high schools with over 50 

applications submitted by incoming junior 

students,” she said. 

The career academy will begin offering 

the HVAC program at the start of the 

2024-2025 school year. 

Among the programming purchases 

that have been approved for the Pre- 

Nursing program are: 

•Laerdal SimMan 3G Trauma Patient 

Simulator and Accessories 

•Pocket Nurse Hydraulic Multi- 

Treatment Stretcher 

The state funding will also be used to 

purchase various student tool kits and supplies 

such as bed pans, blood pressure 

cuffs, gowns and stethoscopes. 

The SWCA has offered the Pre-Nursing 

program since its inception, but recently 

made the decision to expand due to student 

demand. 

“From a programming standpoint, our 

traditional Pre-Nursing course has been 

capped at 48 students (24 juniors and 24 

seniors) resulting in prospective applicants 

regrettably being waitlisted to get into the 

program,” said Galvin. “Beyond this student 

interest to drive the need, we know 

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our community has a high need for nurses, 

as currently, the top three jobs listed on 

the Ohio Top Jobs list for Central Ohio are 

Home Health Aides, Registered Nurses, 

and Personal and Home Care Aides. When 

we saw a pathway to expand student 

access and training for students to receive 

their STNA (State Tested Nurse Aide) credential 

while also meeting the needs of our 

community, a plan was developed to meet 

those needs head on.” 

According to the district, 107 students 

applied for the 2024-2025 Pre-Nursing program. 

The 2024-2025 courses of Pre- 

Nursing enrollees will see 48 juniors and 

24 seniors. The 2025-2026 courses of Pre- 

Nursing enrollees will then expand to 

encompass 48 juniors and 48 seniors, doubling 

the current output in 2024 from 48 

enrollees to 96 enrollees by the fall of 2025. 

Funding for the Career Technical 

Education Equipment Grant Program was 

included in the 2024-2024 state operating 

budget in addition to $200 million for the 

Career Technical Construction Program. 

The state will distribute more than $67.7 

million to the 56 schools that were named 

as the recipients of this year’s Career 

Technical Education Equipment Grant. 

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Women’s History - Honoring 

The Past and Casting Forward 

Dear Neighbor, 

As we celebrate Women's History Month, it's imperative 

that we not only reflect on the incredible 

accomplishments of women throughout history 

but also take concrete steps to ensure that 

progress continues. We stand on the shoulders of 

trailblazers who fought tirelessly for women’s 

rights. Our duty as a community is to honor their 

legacy by actively supporting and uplifting 

women today. 

Reflecting on the past year, I am proud to have 

sponsored legislation like SB 93 and co-sponsored 

HB 35, which directly address pressing issues 

facing women in our society. These 

initiatives represent crucial steps toward improving 

maternal health and seeking justice for survivors 

of sexual abuse. However, our work is far 

from over. 

To truly advance the cause of women's rights, we 

must remain vigilant and proactive in our efforts. 

It's not enough to simply acknowledge the 

achievements of women; we must actively work 

to dismantle the barriers that still exist. This 

means advocating for policies that promote gender 

equality, providing support and resources for 

women in all aspects of their lives, and fostering 

a culture that values and respects the contributions 

of women. 

As leaders, we have a responsibility to lead by example 

and create opportunities for women to 

thrive. By championing the advancement of 

women, we not only honor the legacy of those 

who came before us and ensure a brighter future 

for generations to come. 

But supporting women isn't just the responsibility 

of those in positions of power – it's something 

everyone can do. Whether through simple acts of 

encouragement, advocating for equal opportunities, 

or challenging stereotypes and biases, we 

all have a role in creating a more equitable 

society. 

So let us use Women's History Month as a catalyst 

for change – a reminder of our progress and the 

work that still lies ahead. Together, we can build 

a legacy of support and empowerment for 

women that will be remembered for generations. 

Results matter, so let’s work together. Subscribe 

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Aide 

The Legislature currently is on recess and will return 

just after Easter. I have asked my Legislative Aide, 

Teddy Smith, to introduce himself in this issue’s column 

and let us know what his responsibilities are. 

I am Teddy Smaith, the Legislative Aide for Representative 

Dave Dobos. Although I now work for the 

State of Ohio, I was born in downtown Chicago, Illinois 

in 2001. I spent the first 18 years of my life in 

the city and suburbs of Chicago, before deciding to 

attend The Ohio State University, where I earned a 

bachelor’s degree in political science with a focus 

on American Politics. While at OSU, I fell in love with 

the city of Columbus and knew I wanted to spend 

the beginning of my post-grad career here. So, I applied 

to be a Legislative Aide in the Ohio House of 

Representatives. After interviewing with a few Representatives, 

I was offered the position by Representative 

Dobos and accepted without a second 

thought. 

I’ve now been working for Rep. Dobos and the 

House since October 2023, and the position has 

provided me with great experience in my field. My 

responsibilities focus on helping the Representative 

serve his constituents as best he can. Many are clerical 

duties, such as following up on constituent requests, 

setting up and preparing him for meetings, 

communicating event invitations, and keeping track 

of his schedule. I also assist him with the legislative 

process. For example, when working on a new 

piece of legislation, I am typically the main point of 

contact for any organizations or constituents who 

may be advising the Representative on the bill. I 

also keep track of any changes the bill may need before 

it can be sent to the Clerk’s office and placed in 

a committee. In addition to legislative duties, Representative 

Dobos’ position as Vice Chair of the 

House Transportation Committee means I hold the 

title of Vice Clerk. As Vice Clerk, I am responsible for 

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Grove City residents will now have the tools to live a healthier lifestyle 

with the debut of Clean Eatz, which is slated to open at 3621 Southwest 

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The new franchise location is owned by local entrepreneur Casey 

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Zonta Club aims to empower local women 

By Christine Bryant 

Staff Writer 

A new organization in Grove City is working to build a better 

world for local women. 

The Zonta Club of Grove City is part of a global organization of 

experienced professionals who provide service and advocacy to 

empower women and girls. 

“Our local Zonta Club of Grove City is focused on empowering 

local women with service projects and educational opportunities,” 

said Joyce Combs, who lives in Grove City and serves on the Club 

Creators Committee where she works to create new clubs in Ohio, 

West Virginia, and Kentucky. 

“I moved to Grove City two years ago and was so impressed 

with the community that I thought this would be a great location 

to start a new club,” she said. 

Combs wants women in the Grove City area to know that there 

are resources available to them if they’re looking for ways to 

empower other women or need help themselves. 

“We are a global organization of experienced professionals providing 

service and advocacy to empower women and girls,” Combs 

said. 

The international Zonta organization approved the Grove City 

club to begin forming and providing service projects to the community 

last year. The local club should have its official charter status 

in the next few weeks, Combs said. 

In just under a year, volunteers with the organization have 

served the Mid-Ohio Food Collective, donated Valentine gift bags 

for children staying with their mothers at Amethyst, and collaborated 

with the community to collect feminine hygiene items, 

gloves and socks for women and girls at the Van Buren Homeless 

Shelter. 

The organization is also planning a “Spring Cleaning 

Collection” to support various organizations that help vulnerable 

women and girls. 

“During the month of April we are asking friends and neighbors 

for various items that can be donated to organizations in central 

Ohio such as Sanctuary Night, a safe haven for sexually-exploited 

women; Maryhaven, an addiction recovery center for women; and 

Lighthouse, a domestic violence shelter,” Combs said. 

Items of need include gently-used clothing for women returning 

to the workforce, winter coats, scarves, gloves, bath towels, dish 

towels, and gently-used coffee cups and drinking glasses. 

Donations can be dropped off at Transcend Coffee and 

Roastery, 4050 Broadway, or the Grove City Visitors Center, 3995 

Broadway, Suite 100. 

Donators can also message the club at 

zontagrovecity@gmail.com. 

“In the local community, we focus on three main points - providing 

service, advocacy initiatives and scholarship/educational 

Volunteers Karen and Melody put together Valentine Day’s gift 

bags for children staying with their mothers at Amethyst. 

opportunities for women and girls,” Combs said. “We also support 

legislation to protect vulnerable women and girls, such as from 

domestic violence or human trafficking.” 

In recent years, Zonta clubs have worked with legislators to 

encourage the passage of bills on human trafficking and domestic 

violence. The Grove City club invited Laura Lanese, a former 

State Representative and Grove City council woman, to speak 

about Ohio’s Ending Child Marriage, an initiative to raise the 

minimum age for marriage in Ohio. 

“We encourage our members to be informed advocates and 

work with legislators to change policies that benefit women and 

girls,” Combs said. 

Those who want to volunteer or donate to the Zonta Club of 

Grove City can email at the address listed above or follow the 

organization on Facebook to learn more about becoming a charter 

member. 

“Are you someone who wants to build a better world for women 

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Central Crossing athletes compete at state tournament 

Messenger photos by Pat Donahue 

Addison Rudolph returned to OHSAA Wrestling State Tournament, held March 8-10 at 

the Schottenstein Center. It was her fourth year to qualify for the season finale that features 

the states’ 16 best in 14 weight classes. This year, the Central Crossing senior 

moved up a weight class and took the number one spot at the Division I District 

Tournament at 120# pounds. Rudolph started off the tournament with two wins before 

falling to eventual champ, Kayla Moroschan by a score of 3-0 in her third match. She 

came up on the short end of another close match in the semi-final before bouncing 

back into the win column, and taking a 5-2 win over senior Josie Nickoloff of Olentangy 

Orange (shown here). The final win would place Rudolph on the podium in fifth place, 

making her a four-time state placer. She finished the season with a record of 43-13. 

During her career, she captured over 120 wins, as well as earning Academic All Ohio 

honors. Rudolph recently accepted a scholarship to wrestle at Cambellsville 

University in Kentucky. 

It was the first trip for Central Crossing sophomore Jacob Ramirez to the OHSAA State 

Wrestling Tournament, held March 8-10 at the Schott. Ramirez qualified for the states’ 

biggest wrestling stage by finishing in the top four at the district tournament in the 

Division I, 150-pound class. He was unable to capture a win at the tourney, bringing his 

season record to 36-16. 

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A state-funded grant which provides education and 

training to first responders is being sought by officials in 

Jackson Township. 

The board of trustees unanimously approved a resolution 

at its meeting on March 12 which authorizes the township 

administrator to apply for a hazardous materials 

training and planning grant. 

Established by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio 

(PUCO), the types of funding available for this grant 

include: 

•Courses involving hazardous materials training 

on various levels, including first response 

awareness, operations and technician, highway 

response specialist, incident command and tank car 

specialist. 

•Intermodal hazardous materials training. 

•Incident response exercises. 

•Rail hazardous materials training, including 

rain/highway incident response training. 

•Hazardous materials planning and survey 

studies. 

According to administrator Shane Farnsworth, 

the township will seek funding to primarily cover 

coursework and training exercises that annually 

take place at Cleveland State University. 

“It is really valuable training for our men and 

women,” he said. “The courses and the training help 

them to prepare for hazardous spills that take place 

on the interstate and it will also help them prepare 

Camp Invention, a nationally recognized nonprofit 

summer enrichment camp program, is coming to 

Richard Avenue Elementary School the week of June 

10. 

A program of the National 

Inventors Hall of Fame, in partnership 

with the United States 

Patent and Trademark Office, 

Camp Invention challenges children 

in grades K-6 to tap into 

their natural curiosity and use 

their creativity to solve problems. 

Through hands-on activities, 

Camp Invention promotes 

STEM (science, technology, 

engineering and mathematics) 

learning; builds confidence, 

leadership, perseverance and 

resourcefulness; and encourages 

entrepreneurship – all in a fun 

and engaging environment. 

Each year, the program features 

a new curriculum inspired 

by some of our nation’s most 

world-changing inventors – the 

National Inventors Hall of Fame 

Inductees. This year’s 

Illuminate program encourages 

children to be confident in their 

ideas and explore their innovativeness 

though hands-on experiences 

including: 


Jackson Township seeks funding for emergency training 

Obituary 

Sharon Hummel has passed away on 3/4/24 in 

Circleville, Oh. at the age of 88. Preceded in death by her 

loving husband Charles "Charley" Hummel, parents James 

and Ruth (Dooley) Fleming and Brother James Scott 

Fleming. 

Sharon leaves behind eldest son Michael Hummel, son Mark & his wife 

Susan (Gifford) Hummel, Grandson Bryan Burnett, Granddaughter Ellen 

Rose Wyatt, Half-Sister Paula (Burris) Hoffman, Sister-In-Law Beth Fleming, 

and her best friend Marilyn Vogt & (late) husband Bob. 

Born in London, Ohio May 27, 1935, Sharon graduated from West High 

School in 1954. She was a dedicated housewife of 63 years with many 

friends in the Hilltop Westgate area of Columbus, Ohio where she attended 

St. Mary Magdalene School & Church. 

Sharon lived in the family homestead in Timberlake, Ohio for 55 years. 

Services will be private. Donations are encouraged to Heartland Hospice 

of Circleville. https://promedicaseniorcare.org Family and friends will sorely 

miss her spunky personality, love for animals & gardening and most especially, 

her tender heart. 

List your obituary with us online & in print. 

Call 614-272-5422 for more info. 

for incidents should they happen at the SWACO (Solid 

Waste Authority of Central Ohio) landfill.” 

He noted that the township fire department was the 

first to respond to the scene involving a tractor-trailer that 

had overturned on Interstate-270 last year. The tractortrailer 

was believed to have been carrying hazardous 

materials at the time of the incident. 

“Our fire personnel were the first to respond and they 

knew what to do because they had that training,” he said. 

Farnsworth said PUCO’s Hazardous Materials 

Training and Planning Grant is “highly competitive” as it 

is open to fire departments statewide. However, he does 

believe the township fire department has a “good chance” 

to receive some funding to further the education and training 

of its fire personnel. 

“We are a growing community that is surrounded by 

several interstates where vehicles are constantly carrying 

hazardous materials,” he said. “While we do have our own 

HAZMAT team on London-Groveport Road, having the latest 

knowledge and training on how to respond to largescale 

operations is immensely beneficial.” 

The township does not expect to hear whether they 

were chosen to receive funding through PUCO’s 

Hazardous Materials Training and Planning Grant program 

until later this summer. 

Camp Invention coming to Grove City 

Free community meal 

Bethel Lutheran Church, 4501 Hoover 

Road in Grove City, will host a free community 

meal every third Saturday of each 

month. The food will be served from noon 

to 1 p.m. For more information, call the 

church office at 614-875-0510. 

•Let’s Glow: Creativity radiates as campers uncover 

the science of light through illuminating inventions 

and glowing animals 

•Prototyping Studio: Children star as contestants 

on a game show where they mold, shape and transform 

their ideas into amazing inventions 

•In the Game: As campers create their own light-up 

game board, they team up to tackle athletics, design, 

business and invention 

•Operation: HydroDrop: Children embark on a 

global operation to help solve water challenges around 

the world 

All local Camp Invention programs are facilitated 

and taught by qualified educators who reside and 

teach in the community. Camp Invention serves 

118,000 students every year and partners with more 

than 2,200 schools and districts across the nation. For 

more information or to register, visit invent.org/camp. 

About Camp Invention 

Camp Invention is the only nationally recognized 

summer program focused on creativity, innovation, 

real-world problem solving and the spirit of invention. 

Through hands-on programming, Camp Invention 

encourages children entering kindergarten through 

sixth grade to explore science, technology, engineering 

and mathematics curriculum inspired by some of the 

world’s greatest inventors. 

Since 1990, the educational programs have served 

more than two million children, and 229,000 teachers 

and leadership interns. 

For more information, visit 

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community events 

Wellness services for seniors 

LifeCare Alliance provides a nurse at 

First Presbyterian Church, 4227 

Broadway in Grove City, weekly to provide 

free foot care and other wellness services 

for seniors. To schedule an appointment, 

call the wellness office at 614-437-2878.



St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church 

3220 Columbus St., Grove City, OH 43123 

614-875-2314 www.stjohnsgc.org 

HOLY WEEK SERVICES 

March 24 - Palm Sunday Worship at 8:15 am & 11:00 pm 

March 28 - Maundy Thursday Worship at 

7:00 pm with Holy Communion 

March 29 - Good Friday Worship at 12:00 noon & 7:00 pm 

March 30 - Saturday Evening Traditional Worship at 4:00 p.m. 

March 31 - Easter Sunday Worship at 8:15 am and 11:00 am 

Come Celebrate the Risen Savior with us at 

3989 Neff Rd. 

Grove City, OH 43123 

Pastor Mike Purdon 

Easter Sunday Services 

9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 

 

 

 

PALM SUNDAY MASSES 

March 23 | 4 pm 

March 24 | 8:30 am, 10:30 am 

HOLY THURSDA 

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| MARCH 28 

Shadow Stations | 9:30 am, 1:30 pm 

Mass of the Lord’s Supper | 7 pm 

 

 

GOOD FRIDAY | MARCH 29 

Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion | 12 pm 

Walking Stations of the Cross 

through downtown Grove City | 6 pm 

HOL 

Y SATURDA 

Y | MARCH 30 

Easter Vigil Mass | 

8 pm 

EASTER SUNDAY | MA ARCH 31 

8:30 am and 10:30 am Masses 

3730 Broadway, Grove 

City 

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EMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH 

80 E. Markison Ave. • Columbus, OH 43207 • elclife.org 

MAUNDY THURSDAY March 28 - Worship *11:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m. 

GOOD FRIDAY March 29 - Worship *11:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m. 

EASTER SUNDAY March 31 - Sunrise Service 7:00 a.m. 

Service at Greenlawn Cemetery (Mausoleum) 

1000 Greenlawn Ave., Columbus, OH 43223 

EASTER WORSHIP 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. at Church 

9:30 a.m. Easter Breakfast 

REGULAR SUNDAY SERVICES - 8:30 a.m. & *11:00 a.m. 

Sunday School for Adults and Children - 9:45 a.m. 

*11:00 service includes a radio broadcast in our parking lot on FM87.9 

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Emmanuel Lutheran Church 

80 E. Markison Ave., Columbus 43207 

Saturday, March 23rd - 12:00 p.m. 

For Children ages 12 & Under 

Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. 

 


Residential composting in Grove City 

The city of Grove offers drop-off, food-waste collection in partnership 

with GoZERO Services, a non-profit courier service, for 

residential composting of kitchen food scraps. Since partnering 

with GoZERO in April 2021, Grove City residents have recycled 

over 34,000 pounds of food waste. 

Residents can register for the composting program at grovecityohio.gov. 

Once registration is complete, it’s easy to get started. Residents 

collect food scraps in a container of their choice and then at a time 

convenient for them, drop scraps into the GoZERO lime-green containers 

located behind Brookpark Middle School, 2803 Southwest 

Blvd., in the rear corner of the west parking lot. Plastic baggies, 

grocery bags or trash bags should not be used. GoZERO empties 

and cleans the containers 

each week. 

Participants can 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

help make Grove 

City’s composting 

program successful 

by discarding only 

approved compostable 

materials 

from personal containers 

or using liners 

certified by the 

B i o d e g r a d a b l e 

Products Institute. 

The use of compostable 

liners is 

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encouraged, especially during summer months; however, it is 

important to use the correct type. GoZERO requires the use of BPI 

Certified Liners only. All liners must carry a “BPI compostable” 

mark. 

Accepted Materials (food waste only) 

Meat 

Small bones 

Fruits and vegetables including beans, nuts, peels and cores 

Dairy products including milk, yogurts and cheeses 

Eggs including shells 

Breads, grains, cereals and pastas 

Sauces, condiments and syrups 

Seasonings, herbs and spices 

Sweets and candies 

Coffee grounds 

Not Accepted 

Yard waste including leaves, wood and stone 

Pet waste 

PLU/UPC stickers 

Rubber bands, twine, twist ties or other bundling materials 

Jars, wrappers, foil, bags, tubs, trays and other plastic or 

Styrofoam containers 

Plastic bags and other non-compostable plastics including coatings 

and films 

Metal including cans and aluminum foil 

Glass 

Healthcare products and medical waste 

Electronics 

For more information or to register, visit grovecityohio.gov. 

Pets of the week 

These furry friends are available 

for adoption at local 

rescues and shelters 

3383 McDowell Rd. Grove City, Oh 43123 

614-277-0440 

Phil is a 4-month-old 

black Lab with so 

much life to live and 

so much energy to 

live it with. He is 

ready to start having 

lots of adventures. 

Phil is working on 

potty training, he 

does well in a crate, 

and he loves to 

chase his ball. If 

you’re interested in adopting Phil, contact 

Colony Cats and Dogs. 

FYI: colonycats.org 

Remy is a fun 1-yearold. 

She loves to eat, 

play, chase balls and 

string, and toss mice. 

She also enjoys getting 

affection from 

her human friends 

and even likes to be 

brushed. Remy is 

spunky and engaging 

but not rambunctious. 

She really is 

quite the perfect cat and is up for adoption 

through Colony Cats. 


Lilo was born to take 

it easy. Her laid-back 

demeanor makes this 

1-year-old the ultimate 

companion for 

those who appreciate 

the art of chilling out. 

Lilo is ready to 

embark on a new 

adventure – finding 

her forever home. If you’re looking for a cat 

who understands the value of a good nap and 

appreciates the simple joys of life, Lilo will be 

the perfect addition to your home. Adopt her 

from Colony Cats. 


Mama Oreo, 1, was a 

stray found wandering 

around an apartment 

complex, heavily 

pregnant and gave 

birth only two days 

after being found. 

Oreo and her two 

babies were then 

brought to Friends for 

Life Animal Haven, where she not only raised 

her babies, but several orphan kittens. After 

all that hard work, Mama Oreo is now spayed 

and ready for the luxurious house cat life. She 

is a pretty laid-back cat that would fit into most 

homes. 

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Alzheimer’s support at Ashford 

The Ashford of Grove City Alzheimer’s support group meets the 

third Thursday of the month at 2 p.m. at 3197 Southwest Blvd. 

For more information, contact Bethany Watts at 614-582-4905 or 

bwatts@wallick.com. 

Historical Society 

club meetings 

Help preserve the history of Grove City, Urbancrest and 

Jackson, Pleasant. Prairie and Franklin townships. The 

Southwest Franklin County Historical Society meets the first 

Tuesday each month at 7 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 

3220 Columbus St. For information, pick-up a society brochure at 

the Grove City Welcome Center, 3378 Park St. 

Back in the prairie 

Photo courtesy of Metro Parks 

March 14 was moving day for the bison herd at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park. The bison are now back 

in the prairie pasture. Park visitors can look for them along the Greenway Trail between Cedar Ridge and 

the Nature Center. The park is located at 1775 Darby Creek Drive in Galloway. 

Now in Grove City 

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Prescription drug disposal 

The National Association of Drug 

Diversion Investigators (NADDI) launched 

a program to significantly reduce easy 

access to outdated or no longer needed prescriptions. 

These drugs are the target of theft by 

people who have access to the medicine 

cabinets of family and friends. America’s 

12- to 17-year-olds have made prescription 

drugs their number one substance of 

abuse, and much of the supply is coming 

from the medicine cabinets of their parents, 

grandparents and friends. More 

adults recognize the need to remove these 

substances from the home. 

The following Grove City pharmacies 

accept anonymous disposal of medicines. 

•CVS, 2565 London-Groveport Road 

•Giant Eagle, 2173 Stringtown Road 

•Meijer Pharmacy, 2811 London- 

Groveport Road 

•Wal-Mart Pharmacy, 1693 Stringtown 

Road 

Accepted items include prescription, pet 

and over-the-counter drugs including capsules, 

pills, powders, herbs and vitamins in 

the original packaging or a clear, sealed 

bag. 

Unaccepted items include needles, 

lancets, syringes and other sharps; 

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aerosols, liquids, creams, pastes and other 

non-solids; inhalers; mercury thermometers; 

medications that contain iodine; and 

illicit drugs. 

To dispose of items not accepted, refer to 

the United States Food and Drug 

Administration guidelines at fda.gov. 

Internet Purchase 

Exchange Zones 

The city of Grove City’s Division of 

Police in cooperation with Jackson 

Township established two Internet 

Purchase Exchange Zones in response to 

safety concerns during person-to-person 

exchanges of sales arranged online. The 

zones are located at City Hall, 4035 

Broadway, and the Jackson Township 

Administration Building, 3756 Hoover 

Road. 

Exchange zones are identified by signage 

next to designated parking spaces at 

each location with video surveillance 24 

hours a day, seven days a week. Residents 

can conduct transactions knowing their 

interactions are recorded. In cases of emergency, 

site users should dial 911 for assistance. 

For more information, contact the Grove 

City Division of Police at 614-277-1710. 

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Messenger reporter recognized 

by SWCS board of education 

At the March 11 regular meeting of the South-Western City School District Board of 

Education, Columbus Messenger reporter Dedra Cordle (center) was recognized for 

being named to the 2024 Ohio School Boards Association (OSBA) Media Honor Roll. 

According to Evan Debo, executive director of communications for SWCS, the OSBA 

seeks nominations each year from schools of worthy journalists who go to great 

lengths to relay news about their school system in a fair and objective manner. 

“Dedra is an invaluable asset to the district and our communications objectives in 

sharing news with alumni, parents, and community members across the many 

neighborhood communities we serve. In crafting stories impacting our schools, 

Dedra does so with the utmost level of professionalism with due care for both 

integrity and objectivity in her media coverage,” said Debo.

www.columbusmessenger.com March 24, 2024 - GROVE CITY MESSENGER - PAGE 15 

Columbus area women hits the bullseye 

By Sarah Slayman 

Staff Writer 

Project ChildSafe 

The Grove City Division of Police is participating 

in a nationwide free gun lock 

giveaway program to help protect families 

from unnecessary tragedy. 

Over the past decade, Project ChildSafe 

developed a comprehensive program for 

firearm owners to be safe and responsible 

– preventing accidents and keeping 

firearms out of the wrong hands. 

Free, cable-style gun locks and firearm 

safety information are available at the 

Grove City Safety Complex, 3360 Park St. 

The free gun lock giveaway is part of the 

national Project ChildSafe Initiative, 

ensuring safe and responsible firearm ownership 

and storage. Funding for the locks is 

provided by a grant from the U.S. 

Department of Justice. 

For more information, contact the division 

of police at 614-277-1710. 

Steadfast Food Pantry 

The Steadfast Helping Hands Food 

Pantry is open on Wednesdays from 3 to 6 

p.m. by appointment only. The pantry is 

located at 4500 Broadway in Grove City. 

To set up an appointment, call 614-871- 

7445. 

Free legal advice 

at Westland Library 

The Legal Aid Society of Columbus will 

offer free legal advice the third Tuesday of 

each month at the Westland Area Library, 

4740 West Broad St. Representatives will 

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be on hand from 4 to 6 p.m. to discuss noncriminal 

legal matters like health benefits, 

medicare, and landlord issues. For more 

information, call the library at 614-878- 

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Columbus, OH 43228 

Melissa Reed has a newfound passion 

for axe throwing and is paving the way for 

women in the sport as she heads to the 

World Axe Throwing League 

Championship this April. 

Within two years of throwing her first 

axe, Reed has developed her skills enough 

to be drafted to global competition. In 

March of 2022, the Hilltop resident traveled 

to Tennessee with her husband, Ray, 

to spend time with family and decided to 

casually go throwing for the night. They 

had so much fun that upon returning 

home, they began searching for a local 

place to enjoy together. Reed and Ray 

joined another couple at Throw Nation in 

Dublin, the only World Axe Throwing 

League certified venue in Columbus. Reed 

took the first throw and nailed the bullseye. 

A nearby coach noticed and encouraged 

her to join a league. She and Ray 

returned the following week and haven’t 

looked back since. 

Reed has lived on the Hilltop for the 

past 28 years. She and her husband have 

spent the last few decades raising their 

children and spending their nights shuffling 

kids to and from practices. This was 

now something for them. 

As Reed continued showing up to participate 

in various leagues and competitions, 

one thing became clear - she was out numbered. 

At times, Reed was the only woman 

in the game, and she initially found that 

intimidating. Over time though, she 

noticed just how welcoming the throwing 

community was, and became a voice that 

inspired other women to push past any presuppositions 

they had and enjoy the sport 

with her competitively. 

The number of women participating at 

the venue continues to grow, and Reed has 

found herself leading an all women league 

weekly on Thursday nights. 

“It is so special to me to be on a team full 

of women,” she said. 

Reed particularly enjoys watching the 

process of different women coming in, 

learning they’re good at something, and 

excelling. 

Outside of her success in growing the 

community’s diversity, Reed has scored 

exceptionally. She has been participating 

in competitions since 2022, and due to her 

high performance, was drafted to compete 

in the World Axe Throwing League 

Championship April 18-21. The competition 

will take place in Tulsa, Okla. where 

she will travel with seven other Throw 

Nation members to complete. 

“It’s still so hard for me to wrap my 

mind around the fact that I’m one of the 

best in the world and accomplished that in 

less than two years,” said Reed. 

In preparation, Reed is finding herself 

on site six nights a week. She said she has 

immense support from her Throw Nation 

community, and that greatly contributes to 

the narrative of community being the crux 

of this sport to her. 

“It’s family to me,” she said. 

For more information on Throw Nation 

or to participate in axe throwing, visit 

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Once upon a time, the stories in books 

and movies were filled with meek young 

women, usually a princess or royal of some 

sort, trapped in a bad situation. Sad, alone, 

and defenseless, she would sit atop her 

tower and wait for a strapping man to come 

and save her, whisking her off to a happily 

ever after. 

Nowadays, the stories in books and 

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old fairy tale cliché of the damsel in distress. 

Rather than conveying a message 

that one should sit around and wait to be 

saved, they encourage the bright young 

lasses to pick up a sword (literal or 

metaphorical) and fight to control their 

own destiny. Although these stories have 

become something of a cliché in and of 

themselves, it is never a bad thing to be 

reminded that one can use their wit and 

skill to get out of situations they do not 

want to be in. The latest offering of this 

worthy message comes from Netflix and a 

young star who knows something about 

perseverance. 

In the cheekily titled “Damsel,” Millie 

Bobby Brown plays Elodie, the sweet and 

kind elder daughter of Lord Bayford (Ray 

Winstone). She presides over a community 

in which there is not enough to go around; 

the harsh landscape makes the ground less 

fertile and her subjects often struggle to 

find enough food or heat. To try to make up 

for the lack, she scavenges the forest for 

food and lumber to make sure that her family 

and her people do not starve or freeze to 

death. 

Living in such a barren place can make 

one desperate, which is why her father is so 

willing to turn her over to a suitor from a 

faraway land. “They are offering us food 

and riches beyond our dreams,” Lord 

Bayford tells his daughter. Despite her 

reluctance to marry — she wants nothing 

more than to sail the high seas in search of 

a grand adventure — she is willing to do so 

because of her loyalty to her family and to 

her people. 

Elodie is immediately struck by her new 

home; the air is warm and clean, the land 

is fertile and bountiful, and the homes and 

palaces are wrapped in luxury. The only 

thing more impressive is the fact that her 

suitor, Prince Henry (Nick Robinson) is 

close to her age, handsome, and has a full 

head of lush hair. 

The only thing that truly gives Elodie 

and her stepmother pause is the fierce 

Queen Isabelle (Robin Wright) who is regal 

and remote, rebuffing any attempt at 

friendship from either pair. Lady Bayford 

tells Elodie she does not have to go through 

with the marriage, but the young woman 

knows what she must do: wed, start a family, 

and perhaps work toward a happily 

ever after with her handsome but bland 

husband-to-be. 

After the wedding, Elodie is taken to the 

mountainside where a strange ceremony is 

being conducted. The guests are all adored 

with masks a la “Eyes Wide Shut” and her 

mother-in-law stands at the altar with a 

dagger that is to be used to mix the blood of 

the newlyweds. Although Elodie is unsure 

and a little freaked out at this point, she 

goes with the flow, trusting her husband 

and new family to do right by her. But then 

Prince Henry sweeps her off her feet and 

casually throws her into a chasm where a 

fire-breathing dragon with a big grudge 

against the royal family of Aurea awaits. 

Up until this point, this movie was looking 

more like “Damsel: Cinderella” than 

anything else. But when she is thrown into 

the lair it turns into “Damsel: Die Hard” as 

Elodie tries to escape from the exceptionally 

well-designed dragon, played with great 

menace by the smoky voiced Shohreh 

Aghdashloo. At times, it often has the feel 

of a video game where Elodie faces one 

obstacle after another, making some 

progress but not enough. Brown is on her 

own for a long stretch of time, and she is 

quite effective at alternating fear and 

determination, using wit and skill to try to 

survive the dragon lurking around every 

dark corner. 

The one major complaint I had about 

this dark fantasy written by Dan Mazeau 

and directed by 

Juan Carlos 

Fresnadillo is that it 

does not feel as if 

there are any stakes 

at play. Although 

the heroine is being 

stalked and harmed 

by a dragon, we know that no real harm 

will come to her so it lacks that urgency 

and investment needed to sell a fantasy. 

Oftentimes while watching “Damsel,” I 

found myself wishing that it could have 

had a traditional theatrical release, 

because the settings are filled with enticing 

details that bolster some of the weaknesses 

of the screenplay and story. But even on 

the smaller screen, the female-led and 

rage-filled take on the traditional fairy tale 

is ultimately worthy of a watch. 

“Damsel” is now streaming on Netflix. 

Grade: B- 


In Entertainment 

“Damsel” is a mix of Cinderella and “Die Hard” 

The Reel Deal 

Dedra Cordle 

Dedra Cordle is a Messenger staff writer 

and columnist. 

Cougar qualifies for state 

Messenger photo by Pat Donahue 

Lucas Crosier of Westland was one of the best in the state to qualify for the 2024 

State Wrestling Tournament, held March 8-10 at the Schottenstein Center. The 132- 

pound sophomore earned a trip to the event by finishing in the top four in his 

weight class at the district tournament. Crosier is shown here on the right in a second 

round match up against Colerain senior Bryce Sears. Crosier was unable to 

claim a win at his first trip to the state tournament and finished the season with a 

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and different sizes. Priced 

to sell. 614-569-1353 

RENTALS 

GROVE CITY RANCH 

3 bdrm, 1 bath, fam rm, 

kitch w/appls, full bsmt, liv 

rm. Call 614-878-3098 or 

614-935-1157 

HOMES 

FOR SALE 

FOR SALE: Brick duplex, 

4197-4199 Sullivant Ave. 

2 bdrms, 1 bath, kitch & 

dining rm, unfinished 

bsmt. 4197 completely 

remodeled. The other side 

needs little things like 

painting and carpet. 

Nothing major. New roof 

last year. $200,000 - price 

is firm. Serious buyer only 

please. 614-569-1353 

BLACKTOP 

AGM OHIO 

SEALCOATING 

Free Estimates 

Cell 614-512-1699 

CITY WIDE 

ASPHALT & 

CONCRETE 

Blacktop & Concrete 

Licensed/Bonded 

Quality Work 

Competitive Prices 

Since 1981 

Call Craig Lantz 

Local Resident 

CLEANING 

WALL WASHING 

CLEANOUTS 

Call Judy 614-746-0273 

CONCRETE 

GALLION 

CUSTOM CONCRETE LLC 

Specializing in Custom Colors & 

Custom Designs of Concrete. 

Including Remove & Replace 

46 yrs exp & Free Est. 

Licensed & Insured 

Reputation Built 

On Quality 

3/31 

W/GC 

614-374-6217 

citywideasphaltand 

construction@gmail.com 

BBB A+ Accredited Contractor 

Grove City Chamber of Commerce Member 

614-875-8364 

614-419-7721 

See Us On Facebook 

www.gallioncustom 

concrete.com 

EDDIE MOORE 

CONSTRUCTION 

Quality Concrete Work 

Lt. Hauling & Room Add., 

Driveways & Excavation 

Stamp Patios, 

Bsmt. Wall Restoration 

36 Yrs Exp - Lic & Ins. 

Free Ests. 614-871-3834 

CITY WIDE 

CONCRETE & 

ASPHALT 

Blacktop & Concrete 

Licensed/Bonded 

Quality Work 


Since 1981 

Call Craig Lantz 

Local Resident 

10/1 W/SW 

10/1 

W/GC 

614-374-6217 

citywideasphaltand 

construction@gmail.com 

BBB A+ Accredited Contractor 

Grove City Chamber of Commerce Member 

CONCRETE 

www.hastingsnsons.com 

Driveways & Extensions 

Patio & Walkways, 

Porches & Steps, 

Garage/Basement Floors 

Hot Tub/Shed Pads, 

Stamped/colored concrete 

Sealing of new & 

existing concrete. 

FREE ESTIMATES 

Contact 

614-756-1754 

hastingsandsons. 

columbus@gmail.com 

AJ’s Concrete, 

Masonry 

Good Work - Fair Prices 

Block Foundations 

Driveways • Sidewalks 

Bobcat Grading 

Bonded-Ins. • Free Ests. 

614-419-9932 

DRYWALL 

DRYW 

YWALL & 

PLASTER 

3/15 

A&M 

REPAIR 

Textured Ceilings 

614-551-6963 

Residential/Commercial 

BIA 

FENCING 

EAZY FENCE 

Chain Link - Wood 

No Job Too Big or Small 

All Repairs ~ Free Est. 

Insured. 614-670-2292 

GUTTERS 

Dave’s Gutter Serv. 

Cleaned, Repaired, Installed, 

Gutter Covers & Drains. 

614-875-9361/614-205-9057 

HAULING 

DEAN’S HAULING 

614-276-1958 

HEATING & COOLING 

HVAC & A/C 

Fast Service - Licensed 

614-633-9694 

HOME 

MAINTENANCE 

RETIRED - 42 Yrs Exp. 

HOME REPAIRS 

SIDING * GUTTERS 

FENCES * DECKS 

MISC. REPAIRS 

Call Joe - 614-778-1460 

HANDYMAN SERVICES 

614-235-1819 

HOME 

REMODELING 

BATH REMODELS 

Expert Craftsmanship 

20 yrs exp - Sr. Discount 

614-633-9695 

3/4 A 

HOME 

IMPROVEMENTS 

KLAUSMAN HOME 

IMPROVEMENT 

Siding-Windows- 

Doors-Roofing-Soffit- 

Fascia-Gutters-Trim 

Earn FREE Seamless 

Gutters with Siding Over 

1000 Sq. Ft. 

FREE Shutters with 

Soffit & Trim 

EPA Certified 

Member of BBB 

Financing Available 

Over 20 yrs exp. • Free Est. 

Licensed-Bonded-Insured 

Owner & Operator 

James 614-419-7500 

C&JHandyman 

Services LLC 

Minor Plumbing & Electric 

Install Hot Water Tanks, 

Dishwashers & Disposals 

All Interior Remodels 

Also Fencing & 

Int./Ext. Painting 

Free Est. ~ 18 Yrs. 

Exp. 

CDC/EPA Approved Guidelines 

SLAGLE 

HOME REMODELING 

Baths, Kitchen, 

Plumbing and Electrical. 

All your Handyman needs 

No Job too Big or Small 

Over 30 Yrs. Exp. Lic.-Bond-Ins. 

Jerry 

614-332-3320 

LAWN CARE 

INFORMATION 

Classified Services 

1/7 A 

4/14 

SW/W 

SINCE 1973 

Phil Bolon Contr. 

Windows & Siding 

Decks, Kitchens, Baths 

Room Additions, 

Flooring, Roofing 

Bsmt Waterproofing 

Deal With Small Non-Pressure Co. 

47 Yrs. Exp. - Refs. Avail. 

Lic.-Bond-Ins. 

10/15 

A/M 

Free Est. - Financing Avail. 

Member BBB Of Cent. OH 

O.C.I.E.B. ID #24273 

614-419-3977 

or 614-863-9912 

LANDSCAPING 

LANDSCAPING 

Spring is Coming! 

Mulch • Edging 

Spring Clean-up 

Sealcoating Estimates 

614-649-1200 

SOWERS LAW N CARE 

Mowing-mulching-trimming 

Spring cleanup-614-397-0566 

10/1 A 

3/17 A&M 

INFORMATION 

LOOK TO 

THE PROFESSIONALS 

IN OUR 

SERVICE DIRECTORY 

For Service 

“That Is Out Of This World” 

MASONRY 

R&L 

MASONRY 

&CONCRETE 

* Stone * Brick * Block 

Concrete Sealing 

Masonry Repairs 

Powerwashing 

614-917-8227 

MOWER 

REPAIR 

TREMONT 

MOWER REPAIR 

3/31 

We service 

W/GC 

Electric & Gas Powered 

Lawn Equipment 

&Snowblowers 

614-357-6204 

PAINTING 

BURT PAINTING & 

HANDYMAN SERVICES 


614-539-3412 

BESTQUALITY 

40 yrs exp. I do the Work! 

Daniel - 614-226-4221 

PLUMBING 

All About Drains & Plumb. 

Will snake any small drain 

$145. 614-778-2584 

MYERS 

PLUMBING 

Licensed Expert Plumbing 

New Const. & Fast Repairs 

Water * Sewer * Gas 

614-633-9694 

CHRIS’ 

PLUMBING 

“Plumbing & Drain Professional 

That You Can Count On” 

24 Hrs., 7 Days/Week 

No Overtime Charges 

24 Yrs. Exp. in Plumbing & 

Drain Cleaning Field 

Call For A Free Phone Estimate 

$100.00 For Any Small Drain 

614-622-4482 

30% OFF with AD 

3/31 A 

1/7 A 

POWER WASHING 

MRS. POWERWASH 

Any house wash $149+tax 

Single deck $69+tax 

2 Tier deck $99+tax 

Best Wash in Town 

Over 45,000 washes 

Ashley 614-771-3892 

ABURTO 

PRESSURE WASHING 

•Homes •Roofs •Gutters 

•Driveways •Sidewalks 

•Parking Lots 

Quality • Free Estimates 


614-927-8968 

ROOFING 

ROBINSON ROOFING 

&REPAIRS 

30 yrs exp. Lifetime Cols 

Resident. Reas. Rates. 

Dennis Robinson 

614-330-3087, 732-3100 

RETIRED 

ROOFER 

BBB “A+” Rating 

All Types of Roof Repairs 

• New Roof Installation 

• Flashing 

• Chimneys Rebuilt 

• Flat Roof Specialist 

• Roof Replacement 

avail. upon request 

All Work Guaranteed 

614-352-7057 

retired-roofer.com 


SEWING MACHINE 

REPAIR 

REPAIR all makes 24 hr. 

service. Clean, oil, adjust 

in your home. $49.95 all 

work gtd. 614-890-5296 

TREE SERVICES 

Warren Brewer Tree Service 

• Tree Removal 

• Tree Trimming 

• Stump Grinding 

1/7 

A&M 

• Bucket Truck Services 

Best Prices • Same Day Service 

614-878-2568 

4/14 A&M 

4/14 W/SW



SPRING 

A/C CHECK UP 

$ 

79.00 

Call us today at 614-851-0099 

A/C Upgrades 

FREE Estimate on New Unit 

Ask about our 10 year parts & labor warranties 

We also do Mobile Homes 

Schedule your appointment online 

Americanairheating.com/request-estimate 

Call 614-851-0099 

To schedule go to 

www.AmericanAirHeating.com 

(OH Lic # 15596) 

Locally owned & operated for over 35 years. 

3945 Brookham Drive 

Grove City, OH 43123

Grove City Messenger - March 24th, 2024

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