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Goodbye Graytown ElementaryMemories on display during open houseBY ANGIE ZAM Editor Former teachers, staff and students of Graytown Elementary will gather in the school Sunday to celebrate its history before the doors are closed at the end of the year. The open house, from 2 to 4 p.m., will feature historical information about the building and Benton-Carroll-Salem School District, along with a chance to reunite, share memories and talk about the future. Thats the good part, it brings everyone together, said Lynn Vasill, alumna and 25year employee of the school. She said Though Vasill will remain with the district, she is sad to leave the school that has been such an important part of her life and says its the sense of community shell miss most. This is home so its going to be an adjustment, she said. Well see. Vasill has been working alongside a committee formed to gather items and information for Sundays open house. Eight boards of memories and historical details will be on display throughout the school in addition to yearbooks, class pictures, photo albums and a memory video set to play from 2 to 3:30 p.m. The Oak Harbor High School Jazz Band will perform at 3:30 p.m. in the auditorium. Vasill said they expect about 300 people to attend Sundays event. Guests will be invited to enjoy punch and cookies and will have the chance to order T-shirts and CDs. Joe Wank, principal at the school, said the current students arent saying much about the closure but that he and other school officials are working together to ensure a smooth transition. The students will eventually visit R.C. Waters School and Oak Harbor Middle School to ready for next year. But for this weekend, the school family will look back instead of forward.

Local business leaders recognized for excellence at OCICs annual Business & Industry Awards Dinner on April 25

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Bay Point named Ottawa County Business of the YearBY JOHN SCHAFFNER Publisher A large crowd of business and community leaders gathered at the main banquet hall of the Camp Perry Clubhouse Wednesday evening for the Ottawa County Improvement Corp. Business and Industry Awards. Nine major awards were handed out to businesses and individuals with the top award, Business of the Year, going to Bay Point Marina and Resort. Jamie Beier Grant, Executive Director of OCIC, read a paragraph on each of the award nominees as the night progressed while Ottawa County Commissioner Mark Stahl presented each winner with their award. Brooke Brown accepted the award on behalf of Bay Point. Kelley Frey and Gino Monaco from the Ottawa County Sanitary Engineers Office shared the Volunteer of the Year award. The daughters of Jack Schiller, Barb Lodermeier and Mary Coffee, as well as grandson John Coffee received the Personal Achievement award given posthumously. The Ottawa County Visitors Bureau was named the Economic

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Bolte Real Estate wins Port Clinton Chambers Business Member of the YearBY JOHN SCHAFFNER Publisher A business that was started more than 75 years ago, a business that has been a staple of downtown Port Clinton for all that time, has been formally recognized. The Port Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce awarded its Business Member of the Year Award to Bolte Real Estate at Thursday nights annual meeting held at Catawba Island Club. Bolte won the award in competition with Croghan Colonial Bank. The long history of one of the oldest existing real estate businesses in Ohio has been well documented over the years. Four generations have been through the businesss management team, starting with Ann Bolte in 1936. In those days, few women worked, let alone started companies. Ann was followed by her son, Eugene, who added the insurance side of the business. He was followed by his daughter Cindy, who first joined the firm in 1980. In 2001, Cindys son Phillip joined up, and has also started a construction affiliate to the

Carroll ElementaryCarroll Elementary will also close at the end of the year and an open house is planned there from 2 to 4 p.m. May 20. If you have pictures youd like scanned or memorabilia youd like to display for that event, call Linda Dick at 419-898-6215 or Carol Benner at 419-707-0464.

Bolte Real Estate, represented by Cindy Bolte and her son Phillip, were the award winners as Port Clinton Chambers Business Member of the Year.

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Warm welcome goes out to birders and anglers alikeA big Ottawa County welcome goes out to two major visiting groups coming here starting this weekend. First, The Biggest Week in American Birding will attract literally thousands of bird enthusiasts to our precious marshlands and parks. We have become a Mecca for birders in North America. Also, welcome to the participants in the FLW Walleye Tournament. In fact, many of the fishermen have been here for a week or so, marking out their favorite honey holes out in Lake Erie.nnn

Seniors celebrate support after theftWhen guests arrived at the Port Clinton Senior Center last Monday for cards, they found a shocking scene. A rock had been thrown through a window in the rear of the building and the 46 LCD TV they purchased after more than a year of fundraising was gone. The incident was immediately reported to police and the seniors jumped into action. Jaunita Mills Persely, events and FUNraising chairwoman for the center, circulated a letter to the editor about the break-in. The story was picked up by a Toledo news channel and its broadcast started a course of events that swiftly brought fun and security back to the center. A 55-inch flat-screen Sanyo television was delivered to the center last week by an anonymous angel. The TV whichn

permitting. Also, Ohio 2 will get some resurfacing work between Ohio 19 and 590 starting May 7. The road will be closed. Ohio 19 between Mill Street and Leaser Road will be closed from May 9-11.nnn

Yes, it is Orange Barrel Season!!! In addition to the work being done at the corner of Ohio 53 and 163, we now have a resurfacing job being done out on the Marblehead Peninsula. The area being done is Ohio 163 east from 269 to Tower Street in Marblehead Village. They hope to have the project finished by Memorial Day, weather

Our Find Wylie winner this week is Mary Lopez, of Port Clinton, who found Wylie in the ad for Household Hazardous Waste Collection on page 10A in last weeks Beacon. Mary wins our weekly $20 gift card from Friendship Food Stores. Weve hidden Wylie again this week. If you find him, drop off an entry form at our office in the Beacon Place Business Center on Southeast Catawba Road or click on the Find Wylie Icon at our website, www.thebeacon.net.

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the seniors use for Wii bowling and other games, movie nights and slide shows also included a three-year service warranty. The anonymous donation was more than $875. According to Det. Corbin Carpenter of the Port Clinton Police Department, a caller reported seeing someone taking a large TV into their home in the middle of the night. That anonymous action led to an arrest. Now, thanks to another donation, the seniors can rest assured something like this wont happen again. John Smythe, president of Habitec Security in Toledo, heard about the theft from one of his employees and decided to help out. He donated a security system and one year of service. Senior center reps say they are humbled by the support.

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RECORDSnCOMMENTARY ObituariesBetty AdamsMay 15, 1924 April 30, 2012 Betty J. Adams, 87, of Port Clinton, passed away Monday, April 30, at home. Friends may call on Thursday, May 3, at 10 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11 a.m. at the Gerner-WolfWalker Funeral Home and Crematory, 216 Washington St., Port Clinton. Interment will follow in LaCarpe Cemetery, LaCarne.

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Daniel BahnsenOct. 20, 1951 April 30, 2012 Daniel Ike Bahnsen, 60, of Bay Township, Port Clinton, passed away Monday, April 30, at University of Toledo Medical Center, Toledo. Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 3, in the Gerner-Wolf-Walker Funeral Home & Crematory, Port Clinton. Funeral Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, May 4, at the St. Paul Lutheran Church, Oak Harbor. The funeral service will be conducted by Pastor Cheryl Wessel.

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Chapel, Oak Harbor, with visitation one hour prior to the services from noon to 1 p.m. at the church. There will be a bereavement meal after the service at the church, please bring a dish to share. Robinson-Walker Funeral Home & Crematory, Oak Harbor is assisting the family with arrangements.

Cynthia StinsonDec. 5, 1944 April 30, 2012 Cynthia Ann Stinson, 67, of Port Clinton, passed away Monday, April 30, at Stein Hospice Care Center, Sandusky. Friends may call from 10 a.m. Saturday, May 5, until time of funeral service at 11 a.m. in the Gerner-WolfWalker Funeral Home & Crematory, Port Clinton. Interment will be in Riverview Cemetery.

Guadalupe AlvaradoMay 24, 1919 April 30, 2012 Guadalupe M. Alvarado, 92, of Port Clinton, died Monday, April 30, at her residence with her family by her side. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 2, at the Neidecker, LeVeck & Crosser Funeral Home, 1124 Fulton St., Port Clinton. Family prayers will begin at at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, May 3, at the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 414 Madison St., Port Clinton, with Father John C. Missler officiating. Burial will follow in Riverview Cemetery, Port Clinton.

Linda BozmanDied April 22, 2012 Linda S. (Potts) Bozman, 68, passed away Sunday, April 22, from a lengthy illness. Visitation and services were Sunday, April 29, at Gerner-Wolf-Walker Funeral Home, 216 Washington St., Port Clinton.

Jackie TaylorMarch 5, 1958 April 27, 2012 Jackie Taylor, 54, of Fremont, formerly of Port Clinton, passed away April 27, at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, Toledo. Friends may call on Monday, April 30, from noon until time of funeral service at 2 p.m. in the Gerner-Wolf Walker Funeral Home and Crematory, 216 Washington St., Port Clinton.

Angela GatesJan. 28, 1972 April 30, 2012 Angela Fillmore Gates, 40, of Rocky Ridge, died Monday, April 30, at Stein Hospice Inpatient Unit, Sandusky. Memorial services for Angela will be conducted by Pastor Paul Miller at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 3, at the Alliance

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Sound OffFireworks fundI am writing to make a final plea to those who enjoy fireworks and the other events that take place in Port Clinton on the Fourth of July. Each year a committee of interested citizens works very hard to plan and fund events for the celebration that the entire community enjoys. The annual financial goal for these activities is $8,000-$10,000. From that amount, $8,000 covers the cost of the fireworks display in Water Works Park and the balance funds the other events that day. The deadline for the PC Area Fourth of July Committee to sign the contract for the fireworks display is this Friday, May 4. As I am writing this letter, our coffers have $6,688.54. Meaning with just hours to go we are $1,311.46 short of what we need for fireworks not to mention the Community Band Concert, ice cream social hosted by the PC Senior Center, Firecracker Cutie Contest and parade. If you, your family or business are interested in helping us reach our goal, please deliver your check to the Port Clinton Chamber of Commerce Foundation, 110 Madison St., Port Clinton, OH 43452 and place the special notation FIREWORKS in the memo section of the check. The PCCOC Foundation is a 501(c)(3) established to help smaller organizations like the Fourth of July Committee meet financial records commitments. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 419734-0515. A very special thanks to the committee: Mary Ann Snider, Debbie and Dennis Tester, Snip and Sharon Snider, Roseann Hickman, Judi Halstead, Kim Sedlak, Greg Pieffer and the Port Clinton Senior Center. Sincerely, Mike Snider, Chairman PC Area 4th of July Committee

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ResidenceI was shocked and dismayed at the article in your recent Residence 2012 insert to the Beacon and to the Huron HomeTown News that discussed Turf Tips. The article correctly notes that phospohorus is probably the least important nutrient for turf. But then it goes on to recommend a fertilizer with a N:P:K ratio of 3:1:2. This is irresponsible. Phosphorus runoff from lawns, golf courses and most importantly from farm fields is the reason that Lake Erie is experiencing the severe algal blooms. A lawn fertilizer ratio of 3:1:2 will significantly contribute to this problem. There should be zero phosphorus in fertilizer for established lawns. Responsible fertilizer companies have recognized this and now offer fertilizer with zero phosphorus; one wellknown, premium brand now offers a 30:0:4 fertilizer which is what lawns really need. I suggest that you publish a future article about the algal problem in Lake Erie and about proper lawn nutrition programs that help reduce the Lake Erie problem. This lake is one of our greatest resources and we must protect it. Bill Smith, Lakeside

May 2012Caregiver Support Group 2nd Wed each month 6:30pm Conf Center For info 419-734-5050 Diabetic Support Group 2nd Thur each month Noon 1pm Conf Center 419-734-3131 ext. 3544 Grief Support Group Sponsored by Stein Hospice & Crosser Funeral Homes Magruder Conf Center 3rd Thur each month 5:30pm 419-732-3141 for more info Cancer Support Group 4th Wed. each month 12:30pm Conf Center complimentary light lunch provided 419-734-3131 ext. 3370

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group 1st Tuesday each month 6:30pm-8pm Conf Center For more info 419-607-6021 Autism Spectrum Disorders Support Group 6:30pm 1st Thur each month Conf Center Speaker Linell Wineburg, head of the Autism Society of Northwest Ohio For more info 419-898-0400 National Alliance on Mental Illness Anxiety & Depression Support Groups Family Support Group 1st Tuesday 6-8pm Peer to Peer Support Group 3rd Wednesday 6-7:30pm For more info 419-732-6264 Chronic Pain Support Group 2nd Thursday each month 6pm Conf Center 419-271-3915 for info Alzheimers Support Group 2nd Monday each month 9am Conf Center 419-734-3131 ext. 3363 for more info

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Fishermans Guide to SailingA new boating season is about to begin. Some are fortunate to live near a lakeshore community, while others travel quite a distance to enjoy time on the water. Regardless of how you get there, you will be certain to encounter both power and sail boats sharing the lake. While some fishermen are familiar with sailboats, most are not sailors, and the concept of tacking back and forth to travel upwind looks random. Part of the hate/fear perception you hear about, is the apparent unpredictability of sailboats. It doesnt help that most sailors either talk sailing lingo or shout angrily at other boats. However, problems are eliminated virtually every time a sailor speaks to a fisherman as another sportsmen enjoying the water. Sooner or later you might encounter a sailboat race. Most fishermen are fine with racing, but sail racing is unique in not having actual lanes or a track. Since sailboats cant go directly in the direction the wind is coming from, they have to attack it in chunks. Sailboats can only move upwind by zig-zagging. Racing sailboats usually have very fine control over their direction, so the sailors feel comfortable in coming quite close to other boats. A fisherman should not be alarmed if he is anchored with his line in the water. If a fisherman is trolling in the middle of a race and becomes surrounded by sailboats, the best move is to continue slowly in a straight line instead of trying to avoid everyone by constantly changing course. Occasionally, fishermen might encounter a sailor yelling at them with rude insults and acting all hoity-toity. The best response is to ignore them or give wave and I see you; dont worry. The laugh takes it from being a condescending order, to being a joke among peers. The lake will soon be full of people in boats of all sizes and types, each looking forward to a good experience with their companions. There is no reason that all boaters cant do their part to promote the politics of good relations between power and sail. David M. Ryan Jr.Account Executives JOLENE EDGAR jolene@thebeacon.net ANGIE DINE angied@thebeacon.net Corporate Secretary MARY ALICE SCHAFFNER Billing/Customer Service CHERYL WOLF cheryl@thebeacon.netThe Beacon is published every Thursday and is circulated free to the public, via US Postal Service under Permit #80, as well as by independent carriers. The Beacon serves, and is mailed to the communities of Port Clinton, Lakeside/Marblehead, and Oak Harbor, as well as Catawba, Danbury, Portage, Erie, Bay, Benton, Carroll and Salem Townships in Ottawa County. The Beacon is owned and operated by Schaffner Publications, Inc., John Schaffner, president. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form without the expressed, written consent of the Publisher. The views expressed by the contributors are not necessarily those of the management of The Beacon. The Beacon and its heading and logo are protected through trademark, servicemark and copyright registration. Real estate and classified ads close Monday by noon and retail ads close Monday by 4 p.m.

Monthly Luncheon Mon, May 21st Noon Conf Center Ohio Attorney Generals Office will present Consumer Protection & Scams $6 for lunch RSVP to 419-732-4061 by noon Friday, May 18th Medical Notebook Program June 7th & 8th Conf. Center 11am to 1:30pm $10 covers lunch both days For more info on this 2-part series call 419-732-4061 Tobacco Cessation for Adults 6-8 week program 6-7:30pm $75 per person Conf Center Groups of 5-10 people To sign up call 419-734-3131 ext. 3461

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Ottawa Countys Best Kept SecretsThe Leadership Class of 2012 is looking to shed light on Ottawa Countys best kept secrets those little-known projects locals quietly undertake to help others. These volunteers donate their time or efforts for nothing more than the satisfaction of knowing they have made someones day a little brighter or their life a little easier. If you know of such a project, e-mail details to locclass2012@gmail.com. For information on Leadership Ottawa County and an application for the class of 2013, visit www.leadershipottawacounty. com. members to learn useful skills to carry them through life and aid them in living independently. Members are served lunch Monday - Friday at the Acorn Caf located in the Oak House. Members pay for their meals with Oak House Dollars, which they earn by attending activities, doing crafts, and helping out around the clubhouse. Each day between 11:30 a.m. and 12:00 noon members are provided with a wonderful lunch and dessert selection of fruit, pies and cakes. WHEN: Oak House is open Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MISSION: The mission of the Oak House is to provide a nonjudgmental safe haven for adults recovering from mental illness by enhancing community in vocational, social, recreational and self-sufficiency activities. INFO: Oak House, 333 Buckeye Blvd., Port Clinton, Ohio 43452, 419-734-4417 Wendy Abrahamson, Executive Director Cheri Schraidt, Activities Director Bob Janes, Kitchen Manager Township employees Matt Seamon and Bryan Laughlin are shown putting the finishing touches on the arbor at Shook Cemetery.

Oak House WHAT: The Oak House is a psycho-social rehabilitation center in a clubhouse environment. Oak House serves adults in the Ottawa and Erie Counties who are recovering from a mental illness. Oak House helps build a network that allows members to be selfsufficient, productive members of our society. WHO: The Oak House is free to adults residing in Ottawa or Erie County who are recovering from emotional or mental illness. Referrals can come from case managers, counselors, a psychiatrist, mental health center, hospital, doctor or by a member of the clergy. Members participate in much of the development of programming. Together with staff, they generate activities and classes which meet the current needs of members and enhance self-esteem, confidence, social skills, and build friendships. The members of Oak House enjoy many off-campus social recreation trips and group birthday parties once a month that allow members to socialize with each other. Oak House provides opportunities for

Grant helps Portage Twp enhance two cemeteriesThe elected officials of Portage Township believe that it is fitting to maintain and enhance the cemeteries within the township in order to honor the memory of past generations. With the help of a $2,665 grant from the Ottawa-SanduskySeneca County Joint Solid Waste Management District, Portage Township has completed enhancements to two of the township cemeteries. An arbor was added to the existing fence at Christy Chapel Cemetery, located at the township maintenance complex on State Road. At the Shook Cemetery, located on the north side of Ohio 163 between Christy Chapel Road and Ohio 53, 84 feet of fence and an arbor were erected by the township maintenance crew. The intent of the OSS Grant is to encourage local governments, non-profit organizations and non-profit educational institutions to expand environmentally friendly activities by developing recycling programs or by purchasing materials composed of recycled products. Additional information on the Ottawa-Sandusky-Seneca County Joint Solid Waste Management District grants can be found by visiting their website at www.recycleoss.net.

Road work beginsCatawba Island Township Trustees announce paving projects taking place in the next few weeks. Karwood, Roger, Linda, Delwood and Appell drives in the Krempa Subdivision will be resurfaced beginning May 10 with a tentative end date of May 22. Work will begin at 7:30 a.m. and stop for the day at 5 p.m. The paving company will be grinding out all asphalt prior to paving in full road width. Homeowners will have access in and out of the subdivision. Resurfacing is also scheduled for the area around the township maintenance building. Due to the paving project, township recycling bins have been temporarily moved to the compost area on Cemetery Road. If you have questions regarding the paving projects, call the township office at 419-797-4131 or the Ottawa County Engineers Office at 419-734-6777.

Main Street PC receives national accreditationHeritage Ohio is proud to announce the 2011 certification of Main Street Port Clinton as an Ohio Main Street Community. A member of the Main Street program since 2006, Main Street Port Clinton continues to work towards revitalizing its historic downtown district. We are very proud to see Main Street Port Clinton receive National Accreditation for 2011, said Jeff Siegler, Director of Revitalization for Heritage Ohio. This demonstrates that the organization is meeting all of the necessary criteria to be successful in its effort to revitalize downtown Port Clinton. The importance of the Main Street Port Clintons efforts to sustain downtown businesses and protect the historic infrastructure cannot be overstated during this time of economic uncertainty. Since 2007, $432,786,500 have been invested across 30 Main Street Districts, of which Main Street Port Clinton was one. For each dollar that went into the local budget, communities saw more than $22 in improvements such as renovations, new construction, and faade improvements in that time. Heritage Ohio strives to help people: save the places that matter, build community and live better. Heritage Ohio is the leading statewide, non-profit preservation organization, dedicated to encouraging and assisting people and organizations to protect and preserve Ohios heritage and cultural resources. Learn more by visiting www.heritageohio.org.

Annual Daisy Run/Walk is May 12 Honor area veteransIn celebration of Memorial Day, the Oak Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce would like to help honor those who have served our country. The Chamber of Commerce will once again display veterans pictures at the Oak Harbor Flat Iron Park from May 23-30. If you would like your military personnels picture displayed on an 11x17 poster along with a red, white and blue bow for $10, call 419-898-0479 or stop by the Chamber office at 161 W. Water St., Oak Harbor. All net proceeds will be donated to Honor Flight of Northwest Ohio. Information and payment deadline is May 18. The Marblehead Bank is hosting its annual 5K Daisy Run/ Walk for the eighth consecutive year. The event will take place on Saturday, May 12. Registration and packet pickup begins at 8 a.m. at the Marblehead V.F.W. Post 7572, 421 W. Main St., Marblehead. The race begins promptly at 9 a.m. on Alexander Pike, the natural habitat of the Lakeside Daisy. Participants can sign up the day of the race for a fee of $18. T-shirts are available for preregistrants and on the day of the race as supply lasts. All proceeds from this years

races will be donated to the Marblehead Lighthouse Life Saving Station. Pick up an entry form at either of The Marblehead Bank locations or on the website at www. marbleheadbank.com. For more information, call Lori Fletcher at 419-732-6263 or Patty Pepa at 419-798-4471.

Ida Rupp, Islands libraries get technology grantThe Ida Rupp Public Library and Erie Islands Library recently received a Library Services and Technology Act grant from the State of Ohio. This money is met by funding from the Friends of the Ida Rupp Public Library and enables the purchase of three AWEs Early Literacy Stations. AWEs Early Literacy Stations are the premiere All-in-One digital learning center for children ages 2-10. They are designed to optimize educational effectiveness while making learning exciting. Content is multimedia and educational, and it has all been evaluated by early childhood specialists, educators and family focus groups using the latest developmental models. The content is selected from the highest rated age-appropriate learning programs across seven curricular areas. The resulting combination of 50 superb software titles has been correlated to show how strongly it supports national and state educational standards. The ELS has an imaginative interface that encourages exploration by readers and pre-readers alike. Children simply touch the interactive screen and discover all of the exciting programs and activities. They dont know they are learning because they are so busy having fun.

Household Hazardous Waste CollectionMay 5th, 2012COLLECTION INFORMATION:Last name A thru M (9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.) Last name N thru Z (10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m)Includes all Bellevue & Fostoria residents. No businesses or institutions.

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LOCKS OF LOVEShelby Anderson, student at Bowling Green State University and daughter of Kassie and Eric Anderson of Port Clinton, recently got her hair cut. Normally, this wouldnt be much of a news story, but it was the second time Shelby had at least 7 inches of her hair cut off and donated to Locks of Love an organization that creates hairpieces for kids who suffer from hair loss. For more, visit www.locksoflove.org.

Heating help ends on a high noteIn March, 441 households were approved for assistance from the Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program compared to 367 approved in February. The program, which ended March 30, has served an estimated 2,600 households in 2012. The final tally of the number served for the 2012 heating season will be available later this month. In March, the number served in each of the WSOS counties is as follows: Ottawa County 54 households for a total of $13,950 Wood County 151 households for a total of $33,483 Sandusky County 128 households for a total of $26,206 Seneca County 108 households for a total of $18,337 Residents submitted applications until the end of March for assistance through EHEAP, so many of those applications are still being processed to determine their eligibility and the amount of assistance. Each year, from November to March, EHEAP provides one-time emergency assistance to income-eligible residents to help them maintain their heating source by paying some of the heating bills. These households receive up to $450 one time to pay electric and other utilities, and up to $750 for those who use propane and have less than a 10-day supply left in the tank. The income limits to receive assistance through this program remains at 200 percent of the federal poverty guidelines. This means that households with one person should earn no more than $21,780 or four-person households should have incomes of no more than $44,700. The Summer Cooling program also helps income-eligible residents with electric bills in July and August. Income eligibility is the same, however only those who have medically verified needs for cooling in their homes, and are 60 years of age and older receive assistance.

Cupcakes for the CureThere is still time to enter the Cupcakes for the Cure competition and cupcake auction which will take place on Saturday, May 5, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 108 Perry St., Port Clinton. Activities start at 10 a.m. with a balloon release honoring those who are currently fighting, are survivors or have been taken by breast cancer. The contest is open to the public and includes a Junior Division for ages 6-12. Contestants are asked to deliver 2 1/2 dozen standard-sized cupcakes to the K. of C. Hall by 9:30 a.m. on the day of the competition. There is no entry fee. Snacks and raffles will be available for purchase. Cupcakes for the Cure is a service project of the PC Seniors/Port Clinton Senior Center and Gerner-Wolf Walker Funeral Homes with proceeds benefitting the October 2012 Susan G. Komen 3-D (60-mile walk) via sponsorship of two area walkers. For information or to donate cash or raffle prizes in honor/memory of a pink warrior, call Juanita MillsPersely at 419-341-1080.

BIRDERS TO GET A TASTE OF LAKEPort Clinton Rotarians readying their famous Perch Wagon for the upcoming Biggest Week in American Birding at Ottawa Counties own Magee Marsh on route 2, west of Port Clinton. According to Kimberly Kaufman, president of Black Swamp Observatory, over 64,000 birders are expected. Port Clinton Rotary Club will be serving perch sandwiches and platters on two weekends, May 5-6 and May 1213.

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Lakeside plant sale is May 12Lakesides annual plant sale will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 12, on the front steps of Hoover Auditorium, 115 W. Third St. There are no gate pass admission fees for this event. The plant sale will feature a variety of annuals, perennials, herbs, ground covers and small nursery stock for purchase. All proceeds from the sale will help to keep the Lakeside grounds beautiful throughout the Chautauqua summer season. For information on vacationing or living the Lakeside Chautauqua experience, visit www.lakesideohio.com or call 419-798-4461. The Ottawa County Senior Resources and Magruder Hospital present this years Spring Senior Day Never Too Old to Play. It will be Disco at the Camp Perry Clubhouse on Wednesday, May 9, as everybody returns to the 70s. They will have a Grooviest Dressed contest, lots of music and the annual presentation of the 2012 Senior Hall of Fame Awards. Tickets are limited, so call Senior Resources at 1-877-898-6458. Far Out!!!nnn

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The folks at Rite Aid Pharmacy will host the inaugural Walleye Tournament this Sunday, May 6, starting at 8 a.m. There is a $50 entry fee per fisherman with teams of two or up to four people. All is for the Childrens Miracle Network. For information, contact Gloria at 419-591-6900 or Bob at 419-265-2290. Hot dogs and soft drinks will be provided all participants after the tournament.nnn

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The Port Clinton Fireworks Committee for Fourth of July has come up a bit short financially, and the deadline is coming up fast! The group needs to raise more than $1,300 by Friday, May 4. If you can help, just take a check to the Port Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce office, 110 Madison St., by Friday. Put Fireworks in the memo section of your check. The Port Clinton Chamber of Commerce Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization, thus your donation will be tax deductable. For information, contact Mike Snider at 419-734-0515.

The Humane Society of Ottawa County will be participating in National Adoption Month, which will kick off locally this Saturday and Sunday, May 5-6. There will be games and prizes for the kids, animals for interaction of the whole family and special offers on adoptions from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. It could be raining cats and dogs!!!nnn

The annual Kiwanis Club Health Screening will take place this Saturday morning at Magruder Hospital starting at 6:30. One little poke can provide you with a whole lot of information on the state of your health. For information, call Magruder Hospital at 419-734-3131 and ask for Rachel Fall or whats left of Rachel Fall (she lost 40 lbs. and looks GREAT!).nnn

The Ottawa County Republican Women host Republicans Night Out on Thursday, May 24, at Mon Ami. The mixer starts at 5:30 p.m. and the big speaker for the evening will be Joe the Plumber Joe Wurzelbacher who is running against Marcy Kaptur for the 9th District Congressional Seat. Reservations need to be in by Friday, May 18, and are $20 per person. For information, call Joyce Murphy at 419-7343459.nnn

The DeMars Game Feed will be held on Thursday, May 17, at their clubhouse on Ohio 53 and Muddy Creek Road. It is open to t he public and many of the duck hunters from our area are usually there. Tickets are $20 per person. For information, contact Rick Nemecek at 419-7323624.

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Mental Health and Recovery Board looking for feedback on servicesThe Mental Health and Recovery Board of Erie and Ottawa Counties is looking for some feedback. The board, through contracts with community agencies, provided nearly $9 million dollars in public mental health and alcohol and drug addiction treatment, prevention and support services to residents of Erie and Ottawa Counties for fiscal year 2011 (July 1, 2010-June 30, 2011): Approximately 19,400 youth and 290 adults received prevention and consultation services More than 1,032 youth and 3,260 adults received mental health and alcohol and drug addiction treatment services. The board is soliciting feedback on the mental health and alcohol/drug addiction prevention, treatment and recovery support needs of clients, of families and of the community as part of the overall needs assessment and prioritization process. This input is used along with other data and information to make decisions about what services, programs and populations can be served across the system of care based on the amount and type of funding available each year. Both meetings are open to all Erie and Ottawa county residents and will be hosted prior to the regular board meetings on: Tuesday, May 15 6 to 7 p.m. at the Oak House, 333A Buckeye Blvd., Port Clinton Tuesday, June 19 6 to 7 p.m. at Sandusky Artisans, 138 E. Market St., Downtown Sandusky Light refreshments will be provided.

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Magruder Hospital offers health screeningMagruder Hospital will offer its monthly Cholesterol (Total/LDL/ HDL/Triglycerides), Blood Pressure and Glucose Screening for $16 on the second Thursday of every month starting at 1 p.m. The next screening will be May 10 and appointments can be made by calling 419-734-3131, ext. 3420. For information on events and screenings, go to Magruders website at www.magruderhospital.com.Not good on catering. Cannot be combined with any other offers.

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May 4 - May 13, 2012 Warblers GALORE & Other Migrants! Great local food & music! International experts & authors arriving here! Private Property Trips where only The Biggest Week can take birders! Birding by Canoe Trips! Guided Bird Walks & Bus Tours! Guided Lake Erie Islands Trips! Birders Marketplace Vendors! Special guest speakers/presentations!Announcing an ALL NEW LOCATION for the Biggest Week home base...the fabulous

Opportunities to learn more about Bird conservation & support Local conservation efforts! Songbird Banding Demonstrations! Songbird Migration Programs! American Woodcock Walks! Birding by Ear Workshops! Digiscoping Workshops! Silent auction for conservation! & much more!For event schedules & info visit

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WELCOME BIRDERS!On the 100th anniversary of his birth, the Hayes Presidential Center examines the life of Bob Hines of Fremont. This world-renown artist and conservationist remains the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Services only National Wildlife Artist. Hours: 9-5 Tues-Sat noon-5 Sun

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Mothers Day BrunchCelebrate Mothers Day in Lakeside at the annual Mothers Day Brunch on Sunday, May 13 at Wesley Lodge, 510 Central Ave. There are two seating times available to gather for a brunch buffet: 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. The cost is $18 per adult, $8 per child (ages 6-10) and children age 5 and under are free. There are no gate pass admission fees for this event. Horrifying vegetarians since 1907 Jason Platfoot of Black Tie Catering will prepare a bufCUSTOM-CUT MEATS fet-style menu, including prime rib carving station, Beer & Wine State Liquor Agency Groceries pasta primavera, stuffed Lottery Agent Premium Cigars chicken breast, red skin Kiedrowski Bakery Items creamed potatoes, carrots, May 19th - Wine Event - 4-7pm green beans, salad, scram8037 E. Harbor Rd. - Corner of 163 & Northshore bled eggs, sausage, bacon, 419-798-5203 hash browns, fruit skewers, Danishes, sugar free fruit pies, gourmet cupcakes, www.slatersmadisonstreetpub.com dessert bars and more. Sat., May 5 Reservations and payment Cinco DeMayo must be made in advance. Stuffed Burrito $5 Please call 419-798-4461, Cinco Tacos ext. 0, or email guestinfo@ 5 for $5 lakesideohio.com to reserve. $5 Beer Specials Choose one of the availFriday Night able seating times for your Steak $10.75 Mothers Day Brunch reserHand Cut NY Strip vation. thursday Night Wednesdays 7-10pm Due to limited seating, .50 Wings parties with fewer than Pasta, Wine & Jazz WedNesday eight guests are invited to The Bob Szmik Trio Delicious Pasta share a table with another Specials & Live Jazz party. The last day to reserve SMOOTH GROOVE is Tuesday, May 8. 6:30-9:30pm For information, visit Sunday, May 6th www.lakesideohio.com or 111 Madison St. Port Clinton 419-732-2030 call 419-798-4461.

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Thursday, May 10 to the Sunday Matinee on Mothers Day, May 13, 2012, (flowers for all Moms & Grandmas) then Thursday, May 17 to the Sunday Matinee (final Performance) on May 20, 2012. Curtain for the evening shows is 8 PM. The two Sunday matinees begin at 2 PM. Admission is $15. CAST . . .DEBBIE GORDON Grandma #1 ANGIE WETZEL Grandma #2 MARGARET HELBING Grandma #3 STEVE HEINEMAN Grandpa MONETTE GARN Grandma #4 HEATHER ISBELL Daughter JAYSON ROHDE, Son MARTIN J. SMITH Dance Instructor MATT PARKER, Cameo DENISE EMIGH, Cameo ANGELA FISHBURN, Cameo

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Couple, local Savor the Flavor of Firelands organization open pop-up art galleryEaster Seals is celebrating 90 years of providing quality services to those in need. To honor this wonderful milestone, Easter Seals will be hosting the fourth Annual Savor the Flavor of Firelands Finest. The event will take place on Tuesday, May 8, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Port Clinton Yacht Club. The evening will give guests a unique opportunity to sample some of the finest cuisine and wines in the Firelands area. Savor the Flavor of Firelands Finest will feature cuisine from: Canoe Club Wine Bar, Cleats, Common Grounds Coffee, Deli, Catering, EHOVE Career Center, Fish Tales Diner, Great Lakes Popcorn, Mesenburg Creative Catering, Mon Ami Restaurant and Historic Winery, Oak Harbor Golf Club, Papa Jimmies BBQ & Pizza, Phils Inn Restaurant, Providence Care Centers, Slaters Madison Pub, Tofts Dairy and Waldo Peppers. Tickets are $30. To purchase tickets or for information, call 419-3323016. Sponsors include: Lafarge, Crown Battery, Croghan Colonial Bank, Eagle 99 and Mix 102.7. All money raised will support local programs and services to adults and children with disabilities in our community.

Stars, Stripes and SOUSA!The Port Clinton High School Concert Band will pay tribute to The March King, John Philip Sousa, at a Saturday, May 12, concert. The show will begin at 7 p.m. at the PCHS Performing Arts Center. Admission is free, however, a free-will donation will be taken at the end of the concert. Music includes something for all ages and of course, the concert will conclude in traditional Sousa style with the playing of The Stars and Stripes Forever. Guest soloists include: Dan Bentley, Euphonium Soloist, U.S. Air Force Band of Flight; Felita Rowe, vocal soloist, U.S. Air Force Band of Flight; and the Terra Choral Society. Rod Miller, PCHS band director, will portray John Phillip Sousa. The PCHS Band always honors veterans at the Sousa concert, and this year will pay special tribute to Harold Brown. Brown is one of the original Tuskegee Airman and a member of the famed Red Tails who fought during World War II. Brown is also a resident of Port Clinton. Audiences have always been close to capacity and the same is expected again this year. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. The Port Clinton Music Boosters are having a barbecue chicken dinner prior to the concert from 3 to 6 p.m. in the PCHS Cafeteria. Dinners are $8.50 and include half of a chicken, baked potato, baked beans, roll and butter. Tickets can be purchased from any Band, Choir and Orchestra member or by contacting Rod Miller at Port Clinton High School, 419-734-2147, or at rmiller@pccsd.net.

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WHAT: Strength training helps prevent age-related muscle loss, in addition to keeping bones and metabolism strong. WHEN: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m Tuesdays and Thursdays WHERE: Magruder Conference Center COST: $4 per session INFO: 419-732-4061

WHAT: Monthly support group for parents of children with special needs. WHEN: 7 p.m. the first Thursday of each month WHERE: Beauty for Ashes/ Co-Pilot Counseling office COST: Free INFO: To register or for questions, contact Julie Weyandt at 419-460-3309

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WHAT: Take Off Pounds Sensibly; all are welcome WHEN: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.; weigh-in at 6 p.m. every Thursday WHERE: 320 E. Third St., Port Clinton AND WHEN: 11 a.m. WHERE: Peace Lutheran Church, 900 Jefferson St., Port Clinton INFO: 419-515-4900

WHEN: 2 p.m. WHERE: The Vineyard on Catawbas Community Center, 3820 E. Vineyard Village Dr., Port Clinton. COST: $1 donation per card, and prizes will be awarded to all winners. INFO: 419-797-3100

products will be accepted during the collection in containers no larger than 5 gallons. Materials from businesses or institutions will not be accepted. WHEN: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 5. Collection times are as follows: last name A through M 9 to 10:30 a.m.; last name N through Z 10:30 a.m. to noon. WHERE: Ottawa County Fairgrounds on West Ohio 163, Oak Harbor INFO: For details on this and other collections, visit www.recycleoss.net

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WHAT: Take Off Pounds Sensibly; all are welcome WHEN: 6 p.m. every Wednesday WHERE: Oak Harbor Library, 147 W. Main St. INFO: 419-276-0304

The Greater Port Clinton Area Arts Council and local art enthusiasts Cathy and Bob Adorni, long-time friends of the late Thomas Kinkade, have popped open an art gallery in downtown Port Clinton. The display, Come Share the Light, features the Adornis extensive collection of Thomas Kinkades art. The couple lived in California for 30 years before moving to Port Clinton in 2006. In 1990, the Adornis started to appreciate the talents Kinkade had to offer. They met Thom was he was 37 at an event in Van Nuys, Calif., and started collecting his art in 1995. In 1997, the Adornis met Rick Barnett, Thoms business partner and friend, and immediately formed a friendship. The Adornis relationship with Thom and Rick became a personal one, spending time with their friends and family and even traveling with them to Washington, D.C., for the presentation of Thoms Christmas painting to President George Bush at the National Christmas Tree Lighting. Stop in and see special artwork created just for the Adornis by Thom and his children; Thoms earlier artwork and listen to the fascinating stories they have to offer! Fall in love with some of the art and they might even sell it to you. The pop-up gallery, at 113 Madison St., Port Clinton, will be open for several weeks so check for hours. For information, visit www.portclintonarts.org or email ottawacountyarts@gmail.com.

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WHAT: Twelve-step group for those affected by anothers drinking WHEN: 8 p.m. every Thursday WHERE: Trinity United Meth. Church, 135 Adams St. Port Clinton

WHAT: Twelve-step group for those affected by anothers drinking WHEN: 7 p.m. every Friday WHERE: St. John Lutheran Church, 122 Ottawa, Oak Harbor

WHAT: Twelve-step group for those affected by anothers drinking WHEN: 7 p.m. every Monday WHERE: St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 214 E. Second St., Port Clinton

WHAT: Monthly support group for people who care for an older, disabled or ill family member or friend so caregivers can learn and share about their role and the resources available to help them with this challenging job. WHEN: 6:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month WHERE: Magruder Hospital Conference Center INFO: 419-734-5050

Chateau TebeauFri., May 4 - Becca Butzier, Country Vocalist Sat., May 5 Paul Unplugged Guitarist/Vocalist Fri., May 11 Gene Zenz, Guitarist Sat., May 12 Classic Trendz Keyboard/Guitarist/Vocals

Catering For All OccasionsLunches to Go $5.50Mon., May 7 Baked Ham Scalloped Potatoes Vegetable Roll & Butter Tues., May 8 Lasagna or Stuffed Shells Tossed Salad Garlic Bread Wed., May 9 Beef Stroganoff Buttered Noodles Vegetable Roll & Butter Thur., May 10 Roast Turkey & Dressing Mashed Potatoes & Gravy Vegetable Roll & Butter Fri., May 4 Hot Roast Beef Sandwich Home Fries Cole Slaw DessertAdditional items available. Substitutions may be made without notice.

Ladies Night Out Tuesday, May 15 Call 419-680-6385 for reservationsFri., May 18th Tommy Lee Thompson Keyboard/Guitarist/Vocals Sat., May 19 Scott Duress, Guitar/Vocals Fri., May 25 David Lester, Guitar/Vocals Sat., May 26 Glen & Dave Keyboard/Guitar/Vocals Visit out Website chateautebeauwinery.com

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WHAT: Facilitated by the Ottawa County Board of Developmental Disabilities, the group offers a way for caregivers and family members to connect with others to share information and resources about Autism Spectrum Disorders. Registration is not required. WHEN: 6:30 p.m. the first Thursday of each month WHERE: Magruder Hospital Conference Center INFO: 419-898-0400

WHAT: Fundraiser for Mark and Heather Phillips who had a fire features dinner by Bar-B-Que Traveler. WHEN: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. WHERE: 1016 S. Ohio 19, Oak Harbor, and 1711 W. Fremont Road (Ohio 53), Port Clinton INFO: To preorder or for information, call Malori at 419-898-3366

WHAT: Take Off Pounds Sensibly; all are welcome WHEN: 6 p.m. every Tuesday WHERE: Catawba Community Hall, 3307 NW Catawba Road

WHAT: Chef Vincent Tropepewill talk about hisautobiographical cookbook From Behind the Kitchen Doors WHERE: Ida Rupp Public Library, 310 Madison St., Port Clinton WHEN: 6:30 p.m. INFO: 419-732-3212

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WHAT: Master Gardener Mary Strayer will tell us what to buy to attract these beautiful creatures and what the most recognizable ones in our area are WHERE: Ida Rupp Public Library, 310 Madison St., Port Clinton

WHAT: Movie The Women starring Norma Shearer, Joan Crawford, andRosalind Russell will be shown and viewers are invited to stay afterward for discussion WHERE: Ida Rupp Public Library, 310 Madison St., Port Clinton

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10A Thursday, May 3, 2012

SCHOOLS

The Beacon

Two Terra students honored at All-Ohio ReceptionTwo Terra State Community College students were among those recognized at the 2012 All-Ohio Academic Team Luncheon on April 26 in the Ohio Statehouse Atrium. The annual event is sponsored by the Ohio Association of Community Colleges, Phi Theta Kappa and the All-Ohio Advisory Council. Sherry Peterson, of Port Clinton, was named to the first team while Michael D. Ontko, of Oak Harbor, was selected to the third team. Both received AllOhio medallions, certificates and lapel pins. Peterson was awarded $1,000 and Ontko received $250. Receiving acknowledgement from the governor of Ohio, the OACC and Phi Theta Kappa at the State Senate epitomizes my value as a student and representative of Terra State and Phi Theta Kappa, Peterson said. Ontko agreed. It was an amazing day spent with so many good people, he said. I was very happy to hear Governor Kasich speak. Vice President for Student and Administrative Affairs Dr. Jerome Web- Peterson will graduate May 4 with an Associate of ster (left), Michael Ontko, Sherry Peterson, Terra President Dr. Marsha Applied Business in Office Administration/ExecuBordner and Vice President for Academic Affairs Lisa Jozwiak at the tive. She plans to pursue a bachelors degree in business administration with a concentration in organiStatehouse following the ceremony. zational management at Tiffin University beginning this fall. Eventually, she hopes to earn a masters degree in developmental education, possibly at Bowling Green State University. Ontko will also graduate Friday with an Associate of Applied Science in Social Work/Social Work Assistant. He plans to attend Spring Arbor University this fall and later work toward a masters degree in social work at The Ohio State University. The U.S. Army veteran hopes to build a career working closely with armed forces veterans. Both were honored to be nominated for the AllOhio distinction. Learning that I would be acknowledged on the State Senate floor as one of the top 10 students in the State of Ohio was surreal, Peterson said. I never dreamed such an honor would become a part of my story. Ontko was humbled. I was very excited and overwhelmed to think that of all the students at Terra State, someone felt so highly of me to nominate me, he said. Peterson is the mother of Kasey and Jay Peterson. Ontko and his wife, Traci, are the parents of James, Reid, William, Jessica, Rebecca and Cheyenne. Honda of America Mfg., Inc. was the event sponsor.

PCMS announces Teacher of the TrimesterThe Teacher of the Trimester program was developed at Port Clinton Middle School to allow students the opportunity to offer positive feedback to teachers who have made an impact on their lives. The second Teacher of the Trimester is Kurt Heilmann, Fleet 8 Social Studies. Some of the student compliments for Heilmann were: Hes a great teacher, There is always a mile on his face and he is compliments of PCMS Student Council, a really funny and Hes just an all-around gift certificate to Marcos Pizza courtesy of great guy and makes learning fun and Port Clinton Academic Boosters, a T-shirt helps you with any questions Kurt Heilmann (back row) is you have. surrounded by his students, Heilmann realong with Patrick Adkins, ceived a certifisuperintendent of schools, cate and plaque after being named Port Clinton Middle School Teacher of the Trimester.

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COLLEC T I ON M a y 19 th School auction May 26 9:00 12:00p.m.Includes All Bellevue & Fostoria Residents This is a household collection only. No businesses or institutions allowed.

The District will CHARGE for TVs (see chart below).Ottawa County - Fairgrounds, W. St. Rt. 163, Oak Harbor Sandusky County - Fairgrounds, 712 North St., N. parking lot, Fremont Seneca County - Ag. Service Center, 3140 S. St. Rt. 100, Tiffin

The contents of Bataan Memorial Elementary School will be auctioned off at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, May 26, at Bataan Memorial, 525 W. Sixth St., Port Clinton. Some of the items for auction include: desks (student and teacher), various size tables, filing cabinets, computer desks, metal shelving, projectors, dry erase boards, bulletin boards, easels and folding chairs. See auction list at

www.pccsd.net under News. The auction begins promptly at 9:30 a.m. with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m. All items are sold as is, where is to the highest bidder. Statements made day of auction take precedence over all written material. Cash or check with proper ID required. For information, call the Board of Education Office at 419-732-2102, ext. 229.

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Sign up for Champions for Children summer programRegistrations are now being accepted to join Champions for Childrens Summer Enrichment Program, which provides childcare for students during the summer months. Champions for Children is a self-supported, after-school enrichment program available through the Port Clinton City School District and is a licensed child-care provider for the Department of Job & Family Services. The program is open to families in the Port Clinton City School District for children entering grades kindergarten through sixth. This year, all the summer sessions will be held at Port Clinton High School. Champions offers a popular summer program from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with both before- and after-camp care available until from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Participants will enjoy a wide-range of activities and funfilled camp themes. The weekly tuition works out to be an affordable hourly rate, provided by an award-winning program. Activities also include swimming with certified lifeguard, Ida Rupp Public Library Reading Program, community partner projects, walking trips, field trips, family outing, daily indoor and outdoor recreation, thematic projects, guest presenter and more. Fee structure and registration information is available at each afterschool site: Bataan at 419-734-5835 or Jefferson at 419-732-3476; email Jackie Warnicke, coordinator, at 419-732-2102, ext. 232; or visit www.pccsd.net and find the registration form under the Bulletin Board Summer Camp information.

Flat Panel TVs & Small Electronics will be accepted at NO CHARGE.Small Electronics Accepted: CD players, cell phones, copymachines, electronic game systems, fax machines, VCRs, radios, stereos, telephones, etc.

WHERE CAN I RECYCLE MY COMPUTER ?A full-time option for COMPUTER RECYCLING is available at Goodwill store locations in our District, listed below. For more information call toll free at 1-888-850-7224 or visit our website at www.recycleoss.org.Bellevue Goodwill Fremont Goodwill Port Clinton Goodwill Tiffin Goodwill 855 W. Main St. 1216 Oak Harbor Rd. 205 S.E. Catawba Rd. 2437 W. Market St. Phone: (419) 483-2244 Phone: (419) 355-1579 Phone: (419) 734-6042 Phone: (419) 447-0032

TELEVISIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR RECYCLING AT GOODWILL STORE LOCATIONS.

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BUSINESS

Thursday, May 3, 2012 11Awith GARY COON

Financial Focus

What should you do with a 401(k) when leaving a jobslapped with a 10% IRS tax penalty. Even worse, youll have lost a key source of your retirement income. Still, if you are leaving your employer involuntarily, and you need the money, cashing out your 401(k) is an option you may need to consider. Keep the money in your companys plan. When you leave a company, your employer may allow you to keep your money in your existing 401(k). You may want to choose this route if you like the investment choices available in your plan. However, you might be caught by surprise if the company decides to change investment options. Furthermore, some employers may charge former employees fees to maintain their 401(k) plans. Move the money into your new employers plan. If your new employer has a 401(k) and allows transfers, you could roll the money from your old plan into the new one. This might be an attractive option if you like the investment options in your new employers plan. Roll the money over to an IRA. You may find several advantages to rolling your 401(k) over to an Individual Retirement Account (IRA). First, your money will still have the potential to grow on a taxdeferred basis. Second, you can invest your funds in virtually any investment you choose stocks, bonds, government securities, certificates of deposit (CDs), etc. Third, if you own more than one 401(k) account, you could find it advantageous to consolidate them into a single IRA, thereby making it easier to allocate and monitor your retirement assets. And fourth, IRAs may give you greater flexibility if you plan to pass money to your children. In fact, if your child inherits your IRA, he or she has the option of stretching withdrawals over the childs entire lifetime, rather than taking the money as a lump sum. (If you do transfer funds from your old 401(k) to an IRA, be sure to use a direct rollover to avoid the possibility of triggering unwanted taxes.) Before making any moves with your 401(k), consult with your tax and financial advisors. By looking closely at your options, and by getting professional guidance, you can make the choice thats right for you.nnn

In the past, many people stayed at one job, or at least one company, for almost their entire working lives. When they retired, they could typically count on a pension, the value of which was based on their years of service and earnings. But today, workers can expect to hold several different jobs in their lifetime, and to a great extent, pensions have been replaced by 401(k) plans, which place much of the funding responsibility on employees. So, assuming you will change jobs at some point, and you do have a 401(k), what should you do with it? Here are your basic choices: Cash out your plan. If you cash out your plan, your company will likely pay you 80% of your account value, withholding the rest for federal taxes. And if youre younger than age 59, you may well be

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

Home Instead honors outstanding CAREGiversHome Instead Senior Care is pleased to announce the CAREGivers of the first quarter of 2012: January CAREGiver of the Month Jennifer Ackerman of Norwalk February CAREGiver of the Month Patty Chapple of Port Clinton March CAREGiver of the Month Susanne Elswick of Port Clinton CAREGiver of the 1st Quarter Michelle Guerra of Port Clinton Home Instead Senior Care serves Erie, Ottawa and Huron counties with trusted non-medical care including companionship, personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, errands and incidental transportation.

Real Estate TransfersWEEK ENDING APRIL 27, 2012

Carroll Township 4-23-12 Willis L. Deeds to Heather Powell, 8866 Canada Goose Court, $56,331.

Genoa Corp. 4-25-12 Genoa Properties, LLC to Rebel Yell, LLC, 2215 W. Ohio 51, $1,700,000.

and Shelley G. Schnoor, 183 N. Reidmaier , $137,750. 4-25-12 Charter Captians Marina, LLC to West Harbor Marina, LLC, 1600 Buck Road, $412,000. 4-26-12 Timothy and Jennifer Shaffer to Richard and Lynn Nyzen, 9886 Bayshore Road Unit 27, $262,000.

Greener, 430 Laurel Avenue, $57,500. 4-27-12 Theresa M. Fisher to Scott A. and Cheryl Pratt, 112 E. 11th St., $135,000 4-27-12 Quynhgiao N. Nguyen to Dennis K. Goodrick and Michele A. Kovalchik, 513 West Lakeshore Drive #C6, $127.000.

Marblehead Corp Put-in-Bay 4-25-12 Benjamin C. and Wendy A. Richmond to William C. and Deborah M. Steinbrick, 215 W. Main St., $130,000. 4-25-12 Skyway Restaurant & Lounge, LLC to Put-in-Bay Synergy, LLC, 1248 Tri Motor, $600,000. 4-25-12 Donald O. Thwaite Jr. to Put-in-Bay Synergy, LLC, 1230 Tri Motor, part interest $150,000. 4-25-12 Susan M. Thwaite to Put In Bay Synergy, LLC, 1230 Tri Motor, part interest $150,000. 4-25-12 Donald O. Thwaite, Jr. to John R. Donahue, 1230 Tri Motor, part interest $150,000. 4-25-12 Susan M. Thwaite to John R. Donahue, 1230 Tri Motor, part interest $150,000.

OCIC from 1ADevelopment Partner award, while Don Clemons Sr. received the Bill Mack Award. The Entrepreneur of the Year award went to Advance Battery Concepts in Lake Winds Industrial Park. Three businesses were nominated for the Large Business of the Year, including Bay Point. They were joined by Heinemann Winery and the Put-in-Bay Boat Line. The award went to the folks at the Jet Express. The outstanding Medium Business of the Year award went to Riverside Machine and Automation in Genoa, as they edged out the Moore Family Businesses (Cameo Pizza, Crosswinds Restaurant, Island Adventures and Cedar Lanes Campgrounds) along with Chipmatic Tool in Elmore. Zink Calls of Port Clinton, represented by Dawn and Fred Zink, was named the outstanding Small Business of the Year. Also nominated were Oak Harbor Hardware and Advance Product Designs, an auto racing specialty business in Genoa.

Catawba 4-23-12 Richard C. and Marilyn A. Peiffer to Mark F. and Carol S. Blakeslee, 3763 E. Pine Drive, $138,000. 4-26-12 James A. and Karyn L. Carlin to Russell Canterbury and Linda Trent, 1859 NE Catawba Road No. 147,$61,390. 4-27-12 Jeanne M. Reep to Jennifer L. Bergman, 3549 Cliff Road, $94,980.

Port Clinton City 4-24-12 Minnie L. Arthur to The Bank of New York Mellon, 645 Laurel Ave., $63,334. 4-24-12 Michael E. and Christine M. Reynolds to Chery M. Druyor, 310 E. Fourth St., $96,000. 4-25-12 James J. and Rebecca L. Cross to Robert J. Lempke II and Elise L. Chaffin, 419 E. Fifth St., $121,000. 4-26-12 Leonard E. and Karen S. Loftus to Homelenders, LLC, 1528 E. Perry St., $111,000. 4-27-12 Heath N. Krupp and Kylah M. Buckley to Jake C. and Michelle S.

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growing business. For more photos of the award winners, click The Lighthouse Award went to Ida on the photos tab at www.thebeacon.net Rupp Public Library. It was chosen over three other nominees who were judged to be outstanding business in their individual fields. The other nominees included Home Instead Senior Care, Loadmaster Trailer Company and Riverview Healthcare Campus. There were two nominees for the Beautification award, including Docks Beach House and Coffee Express. Ed Fitzgerald won the award for Docks Beach House. The Fitzgerald team also owns and operates Mr. Eds, Beachfront Hotel and Commodore Perry Inn and Suites in Port Clinton, and Mr. Eds and the Commodore Hotel on Putin-Bay. Janeane and Tony Cipiti, tireless volunteer workers for the City of Port Clinton, won the Outstanding Citizen Award over two other nominee couples, Maxine and Gil Carnicom and Barb and Max McLaury. Janeane has declined nomination for the award on a number of occasions, but finally relented. Her handiwork can be seen by all in the garden at the corner of Jefferson and Perry Streets, a task she has performed for years. She and Tony have been married for 62 years. Main Street Port Clinton gave out two awards. The Business of the Year recognition went to Erie Cottage Trading Company, located behind Coffee Express in the old Carriage House building. The business is owned by Doug and Tony Garrett as well as Debbie Coppeler. Roseann Hickman, owner of Perfect Color Hair and Tan on North Madison Street and wife of Port Clinton Police Chief Rob Hickman, was honored as Volunteer of the Year. An overflow crowd of 160 attended Thursdays event.

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Danbury 4-23-12 The Cove on the Bay, LLC to Jeffrey R. Hurlbut, 2651 S. Amherst, $39,900. 4-24-12 Mark E. Rigg and Daniel Steingraber to Frederick L. Schnoor Jr.

Oak Harbor Corp 4-27-12 Linda K. Bolay to Craig S. and Kirstin A. Hoggighs, 228 Harvest Lane, $97,500.

NursiNgtruly a work of heartMagruder Hospital honors the hard work and dedication of our nurses.Melinda Adams, RN Rebecca Adams, LPN Becky Anderson, RN Sharon Anderson, RN Jody Bacak, LPN Kim Bilger, RN Sue Blankenbeker, RN Cathy Bowers, RN Amy Braddock, RN Robin Brewer, RN Lynn Burden, RN Dianne Cadigan, RN Heather Calton, RN Kim Caskey, RN Amanda Chaney, RN Amanda Clemons, RN Alicia Crowell, RN Julie Dean, RN Nadine Dechant, LPN Ann Dickman, RN Deb Diebert, RN Kathy Durflinger, RN Amanda Eggerding, RN Sherry Fletcher, RN Amy Fox, LPN Alison Gainok, RN Jamie Garber, RN Richard Gasser, RN Molly Geiser, RN CeCe Gettys, RN Keely Glaze-Harpster, RN Mary Greiger, RN Leah Griffith, RN Beverly Gulau, LPN Sidsel Halblaub, RN Melissa Harder, LPN Sue Harger, RN Jessica Hendrix, RN Kathy Hesselbart, LPN Terri Higgins, RN Sue Hill, RN Amanda Hineline, LPN Gretchen Homerick, RN Melanie Hoover, RN Krista Jefferies, RN Cydni Jess, RN Colleen Johnson, RN Kathy Johnson, RN Ann Keegan, RN Margie Klaehn, RN Mike Kochensparger, RN Ursula Lacey, RN Jennifer LaGrue, LPN Ann Lawrence, RN

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