Matthew J. Frey, Timothy J. Harris, Alana M. Luppino and Myles A. Moyer waived their rights to a speedy trial this week. Prosecutors didn’t object to them being screened for intervention.
On the intervention program, if defendants successfully complete a certified substance abuse treatment program and don’t violate their probation, they won’t have a conviction imposed. The defendants also have a 30-day discretionary jail sentence hanging over their head. Their probation officer can impose part or all of the term at any time without a hearing.
Frey, 35, most recently of 52 Parsons St., is charged with possession of fentanyl in connection with a May 10 traffic stop. The Norwalk Police Department arrested him on a secret indictment during a June 27 traffic stop at the intersection of Scottwood Avenue and Parsons Street.
Harris, 40, most recently of 23 Newton St., Apt. D-5, is charged with possession of heroin in connection with a Feb. 17 incident.
Luppino, 28, most recently of 704 Dale Ave., Willard, is charged with two counts of trafficking in buprenorphine. The felonies are in connection with controlled drug buys on Dec. 10 and Feb. 4.
Moyer, 25, most recently of 5140 Young Road, Bellevue, is charged with possession of 3-methylfentanyl in connection with a March 25 incident.
Each defendant is out on bond and subject to random drug screens.

4 drug defendants to apply for intervention


Four local drug defendants will be screened for the intervention program through Huron County Common Pleas Court.
Matthew J. Frey, Timothy J. Harris, Alana M. Luppino


Gary L. Pratt, 47, of 726 E. Main St., is charged with two counts of sexual battery and one charge of corrupting another with drugs. The Bellevue Police Department reported arresting him at his residence Friday night and then transporting him to the Huron County Jail.
The Wood County Sheriff’s Office has an ongoing investigation involving Pratt.
“I can’t tell you a lot about it. It was a delayed reporting incident from 2015,” Detective Sgt. Joe Miller said Wednesday.
Miller said the possible victim is a girl who lived in the Bradner area and was 17 at the time.
“He’s a former resident of the Bradner area. He used to live in the village of Bradner,” the detective added, referring to Pratt. “That’s where these alleged crimes happened.”
In general, corrupting another with drugs means “supplying someone with illegal drugs for them to use — essentially providing drugs for another (person),” said Miller, who noted that’s one of the allegations in this case.
“It’s an open investigation. We’re still working some angles on it,” Miller said. “The charges started in municipal court. The warrant was issued in municipal court.”
The detective was asked if the sheriff’s office had any history with Pratt. Miller said deputies hadn’t had any contact with him as a suspect.

Local man, 47, accused of sex crimes involving girl, 17


A Bellevue man will be transported to Wood County to face three felonies filed there.
Gary L. Pratt, 47, of 726 E. Main St., is charged with two counts of sexual battery


“Yes, it’s suspicious. It’s under investigation,” Norwalk Fire Chief John Soisson said.
Firefighters received a call at 6:14 a.m. after a Union Street resident reported hearing explosions and seeing black smoke to the east.
“That was the tires popping,” said Norwalk Police Detective Sgt. Jim Fulton, who hasn’t been able to contact the Jeep owner. “Hopefully he’ll call us back soon.”
Firefighters first responded to the VFW. Soisson said the crew then found the burning Jeep, which was surrounded by pallets, among the weeds behind the Pipo Inc. building, 75 Republic St.
“It was quite a way from the building,” said Soisson, who added firefighters remain concerned about the amount junk left in and near the Pipo building.
The crew used about 300 gallons of water to extinguish the blaze.
“We pulled the pallets apart to make sure all (the) fire was out between them,” Lt. Jeff Phillips wrote in his report.
Firefighters had the blaze under control 15 minutes after they arrived. The last crew member left the scene at 7:19 a.m.
It’s unknown how long the Jeep was there before the fire.
“It’s totaled. I’m sure it had been burning quite a while before we got a call,” Soisson said. “We think it had been back there a while.”
Police had the Jeep towed to a secure area, where it will be examined and processed by an investigator with the Ohio State Fire Marshal’s Office.
“It looks like it was set; we don’t know that for sure,” Fulton said, referring to the fire. “Somebody said it (the Jeep) may have been there a while.”
Soisson was asked how long Pipo has been abandoned or not used.
“We see people coming in and out,” said the fire chief, who expressed concerns about “the amount of junk” left in and around the building and its condition.
“It’s a huge concern for us,” Soisson added. “We know there’s no working sprinkler system. We know the sprinkler system froze over the winter because there’s no heat in the building.”
The fire investigation remains ongoing.


A shell is all that is left of a white Jeep after a fire early Tuesday that authorities consider suspicious.
“Yes, it’s suspicious. It’s


Jack J. Leimeister, 24, of 25 Welton Ave., is charged with aggravated possession of meth, which is punishable by two to eight years in prison. He entered a “not guilty” plea to the second-degree felony Monday.
In another related case, he faces possession of drug-manufacturing chemicals and his Huron County Common Pleas Court trial is set for the same day.
If he posts a $20,000 bond, he can’t have any association with his suspected co-defendants, Ian S. Poland, 26, of 39 Jefferson St., and Samantha J. Reed, 24, of 15 Fruen St.
They also are prohibited from being on the premises of 30 Woodlawn Ave. That’s where the Norwalk Police Department reported finding evidence of suspected meth being produced June 14. The special response team and uniformed officers used a drug-related search warrant.
Poland and Reed are charged with aggravated possession of meth.
Several other defendants entered “not guilty” pleas to their charges Monday.
• Jamie D. Compton, 35, of Bloomville, goes to trial Oct. 25 on misuse of a credit card. The fourth-degree felony is in connection with an incident between Nov. 15 through April 10.
• Joseisac Escobedo, 39, of 305 Woodbine St. (upstairs), Willard, is charged with possession of cocaine and tampering with evidence, both in connection with a July 3 incident. His trial date is Nov. 3.
• Brittany M. Parsons, 29, of 30 Oakwood Ave., goes to trial Oct. 27 on theft in connection with a Dec. 9 incident. She confirmed with Judge Jim Conway she is awaiting sentencing for an Erie County case, but didn’t elaborate. If Parsons posts a $5,000 bond, she is prohibited from being on the premises of the Norwalk Walmart.
• Andrew D. Perkins, 30, of 14 Townsend St., Greenwich, has a Dec. 8 trial date on improper handling of a firearm in a motor vehicle. The charge is in connection with a July 7 traffic stop.
• Katina D. Ross, 43, of Columbus, is charged with possession of cocaine and trafficking in cocaine, both in connection with a June 24 incident. Her trial date is Nov. 3.
Each drug defendant is subject to random drug screens.

Area residents plead innocent to felony charges


A co-defendant in a suspected case of local methamphetamine production goes to trial Oct. 25.
Jack J. Leimeister, 24, of 25 Welton Ave., is charged with aggravated


The top stories in the Norwalk Reflector-Herald on this date 82 years ago.
Huron County boys winners at state fair
Huron County 4-H Club boys exhibited three first prize calves and one first prize pig at the Ohio State Fair this week.
William Dalton, of Wakeman, won first prize with a 4-H Club Holstein production cow and third with a Holstein yearling heifer. Homer Dalton, also of Wakeman, won first in the Holstein heifer class and fifth with a Holstein yearling heifer. Edwin June of Greenwich, placed first in the 4-H Club breed calves with an Aberdeen-Angus steer and also won the grand championship over all 4-H Club calves.
Oliver Perry of Peru won first place with a Poland, China Gilt.
Norwalk folk escape injury in collision
In a collision between a motor car containing Norwalk residents and a motorcycle on which a Bellevue couple was riding on the lake road in front of the Cedar Point entrance yesterday afternoon, no one was seriously hurt.
The automobile was driven by William Frishkorn Jr. of New Brighton, Pa., who is visiting at the home of his brother, Harry Frishkorn of Norwalk. Others in the car were Mr. and Mrs. Wiliam Frishkorn of New Brighton, parents of the driver, Mrs. Harry Frishkorn of Norwalk and the latter’s two children, Ruth and Betty.
Successive sets of twins born at Monroeville
Newspapers have given prominence to an item on the subject of births of two successive sets of twins to one mother. It is given out that Mr. and Mrs. Frank Eberly of Monroeville are the parents of successive sets of twins. The births occurred 10 years apart, however.
Mike Zuerich to box Turner at Sandusky
Mike Zuerich, a local hard hitting young middleweight who has shown much promise, will engage in a six round bout in the Labor Day show at Sandusky against Sonny Boy Turner. Zuerich is training hard for the affair and expects to enter the ring in good condition. Turner is said to be tough.
Mary Link is dead at age of 3 months
Mary Ruth Link, who was three months old yesterday, died this morning at about ten o’clock. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Link of Wheeling Ave. Besides her parents, she is survived by a step-brother James.
Coming Wednesday — Aug. 31, 1934: 14th annual Huron County Fair opens Tuesday
— Compiled by Andy Prutsok


Aug. 30, 1934
The top stories in the Norwalk Reflector-Herald on this date 82 years ago.


At some point I was asked an important question. Of course, I wasn’t listening and had no idea how to answer the question. After stumbling and mumbling around, I admitted that I wasn’t listening. The reality was I was hearing the words but was not paying attention or actively listening.
Have you ever had a lengthy discussion with your teenage son or daughter, only to have them say, “Were you talking to me?” or “Did you say something?” I suspect that script is repeated in many households and on a regular basis. Listening is an acquired skill that needs to be developed.
So often in our lives we say to our children, “You just don’t listen.” It is the source of frustration and, at times, great difficulty. “Listening skills” isn’t a class, but children won’t go far in school or in life if they don’t learn to listen well. And yet, what do we do about it?
So, as parents, we have to do more than just say, “Listen up.” We have to explain the benefits of listening. Example: What benefits are there in becoming a good or active listener?
• You’ll know what is going on.
• You’ll learn many new things.
• You can get better grades.
• You make fewer mistakes.
• You’ll have more friends because people like to be heard. To teach listening skills, model them for your children. Let your child see you listening respectfully to a teacher, other adults and your friends. Don’t interrupt when others are speaking. Finally, listen closely when your child is speaking. And, believe me, while it takes extra work; it will pay dividends. Also, have your child:
• Listen for a certain word as you read and have them say it aloud when they hear that word.
• Play “telephone” with your young children. Each player whispers a phrase or sentence to the next person in turn. Compare the beginning statement to the ending statement.
• Be an “audience” for your child. Have them listen to a sibling read a report or article. Then have them summarize it for you.
We do make a difference for our kids. Listening skills can be developed and supported at home. Give it your best because parents make the greatest difference in the lives of their children. Active listening can also help you maintain a semblance of sanity in your household and in your marriage.
Local columnist Dennis Doughty is the president of Norwalk Catholic School.


Last week my wife was working with my daughter to plan a baby shower together.
At some point I was asked an important question. Of course, I wasn’t listening and


If Bradley R. Wilkins, 52, of 368 E. South Norwalk Road, successfully completes a certified substance abuse treatment program and doesn’t violate his probation, he won’t have a conviction on his record. He is charged with illegal processing of drug documents.
“He had an altered prescription for oxycodone,” Huron County Assistant Prosecutor Richard Woodruff said.
On Nov. 15, Wilkins went to the Fisher-Titus Medical Center pharmacy. Woodruff said the pharmacist became suspicious because the language for not filling the prescription for 30 days had been deleted from the label, so she held it and didn’t fill it.
Wilkins, during his Huron County Common Pleas Court hearing Monday, attempted to explain to Judge Jim Conway he had a legitimate prescription, was doing a favor for someone and he made a mistake. The judge told him he needed to know what happened was illegal and since the incident possibly was a mistake, prosecutors were willing to allow him to participate in the intervention program.
During his three years of probation, Wilkins has a 30-day discretionary jail sentence hanging over his head. His probation officer can impose part or all of it at any time without a hearing. Wilkins also is subject to random drug screens.

Norwalk man with altered prescription granted intervention


A Norwalk man who claimed he had a legitimate prescription received a second chance Monday.
If Bradley R. Wilkins, 52, of 368 E. South Norwalk Road, successfully


And boy, was it a wild one.
What started out looking like an unmatched heavyweight fight turn into a scene from a Rocky movie as the Wildcats came from behind to beat Oberlin 28-26.
After a scoreless first quarter where not much was happening, Oberlin finally found the end zone grabbing a 6-0 lead. It wasn’t until midway through the second quarter that the Wildcats were able to reach the paint.
Play of the game: Just when it looked like New London was ready to throw in the towel, Jacob Molnar blocked a punt and scooped it up on one bounce to take it 28 yards for the first New London score. It was the turning point in the ball game.
“That is Jacob Molnar,” New London coach Brad Pickens said. “We were looking for a place to lay down and die and Jacob is someone who it doesn’t matter if we are down by 40 with two seconds left in the game, he is going to believe we are going to win. It showed in that play. He has a championship attitude.”
Then, it turned into both teams trading knock out punches. Heading into the locker room tied at 14, the game finally came down to the final quarter and final two minutes.
Player of the game: As the Wildcats forced a turnover on downs, they took the ball over at the 3-yard line with 97 yards ahead. Joe Sower’s number was called and he piled up 67 yards in the final drive capped off by a Molnar 3-yard blast. Sower finished with nine carries and 135 yards.
“Joe has always been able to do that and he did it last year against Oberlin too,” Pickens said. “It is a great effort by Joe. He kept his legs turning and he held on to the ball for dear life. But our line deserves a lot of credit too. They really turned it on in that last drive.”
Oberlin drove down the field and attempted a 25-yard field goal to win the ballgame, but the kick sailed wide left and the Wildcats hung on for the victory. After turning the ball over four times, Pickens was happy with how his team responded.
“We are teaching our guys to make the decisions and be the aggressors and want to come out on top,” Pickens said. “They are learning how to do that. They overcame a lot this week and no matter what, I am proud of them, but we have a lot of work to do.”
Molnar finished with 17 carries and 107 yards with two touchdowns. Quarterback Dane Mathews threw for 123 yards and a scoring strike to Jake Gerlak in the second quarter. Gerlak finished with just two catches but they went for a total of 75 yards and a trip to the end zone.
“Our kids are truly starting to buy in and always believe they are still in the game,” Pickens said. “They overcame third and 16 and letting a receiver get behind. Our leaders are buying in and developing the right mentality.”
New London picks up the Week 1 victory to make them 1-0 and will travel to Cuyahoga Heights next Friday.
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NEW LONDON – It took a while – three and a half hours to be exact – but the Wildcats sent the New London faithful home with a win.
And boy,


Josh and Jorgie Paull opened Maple City Nutrition, a nutrition club and smoothie business located at 57 Benedict Ave. in the same complex as H&R Block.
“We are actually a nutrition club, but you would think it’s just a business,” Josh said. “We have healthy meal alternative shakes, teas and aloes.”
The nutrition club focuses on helping others to live a healthier lifestyle and eat better, Josh said. But they also want nutrition and wellness to be enjoyable and understand the time constraint that drives many people towards cheap, fast food options that are often high in fat and calories.
“We call it a nutrition club but a smoothie business,” he added. “We offer a lot more on the back end with coaching and that’s where people are being impacted is with the nutrition and wellness coaching. That’s where we see it change lives and help people.”
Currently the couple offer more than 40 flavors of smoothies, their most popular item, six teas and two aloes, all with specific health benefits.
“The smoothies are a great alternative to fast food because it’s quick, it’s easy and it’s good for you,” he said. “They have 25 vitamins and minerals and then it has protein and fiber too. The smoothies are very low in sugar, so they’re not sugar smoothies. You can use them as a meal replacement or snack or for post workout. Most people do it for breakfast or lunch for a healthy alternative for a quick meal.”
The Maple City Nutrition smoothies can help with a dietary problem many may not even realize they have.
“The average person does not get enough protein,” Paull said. “Protein helps with metabolism and if you’re trying to become more toned. It’s also very filling, so it can help with weight loss as well. There’s 17 to 30 grams of protein in our shakes. So you want to shoot for 20 to 30 grams of protein per meal. That’s why you’re able to use it as a meal replacement, that and the vitamins and nutrients.”
“The teas are really good for you,” he said. “They help with metabolism, help with higher energy and provide a lot of antioxidants.”
The aloes help to tie the bundle up, aiding in nutrient absorption and digestive tract repair, make the trio a satisfying and good-for-you meal according to Paull.
He said it’s priced fairly too, at about what you could pay for a fast food meal — $6.
“We do more than just the smoothies and teas though; we’re wellness coaches, helping with wellness goals, which usually ends up being weight loss,” he added.
“We provide a free evaluation when they first come in and we sit with them and go over metabolism and nutrient needs, their physical activity, what they’ve done in the past that’s worked with them and what hasn’t. .. We’ve done this for five years now and have businesses in other towns. Our mission is to help thousands to get healthy and provide healthy solutions to eating something good for them as opposed to fast food.”
The most common challenge the Paulls said they are helping with is obesity.
“One in three people are obese,” he said. “Usually people are either not eating enough and working out too much or eating healthy foods but they’re eating too much healthy foods, women especially. Women need fewer calories than men usually because they naturally don’t normally burn them as quickly. And it’s very hard for a female to only eat 1,100 to 1,300 calories a day.”
Josh said they are hoping to start up walking groups and and other events to encourage and motivate people to move more.
So we hold club weight loss challenges and educate people on proper ways to lose the weight. And obviously we have the smoothies and teas and aleos too to help.”
The storefront is open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. some Sundays. Anywho would like more information can also call 419-937-3116.

'We see it change lives and help people'


Norwalk has welcomed a new addition committed to promoting the health of the community.
Josh and Jorgie Paull opened Maple City Nutrition, a nutrition


The top stories in the Norwalk Reflector-Herald on this date 82 years ago:
Democratic old guard is victorious
Forty-eight of the 53 Democratic precinct committeemen elected at the primary election this month met in the Moose Hall last night and elected the following 12 members of the county Democratic Executive Committee:
Dr. W.C. Martin, Monroeville; W.H. Sattig, Norwalk; Ed. A. Evans, Willard; S.C. Ruffing, Bellevue; Wm. H. Endrich, Bellevue; J.C. Dunn, Wakeman; J.H. Felter, Norwalk; Louis Moore, Willard; P.E. Weidemaier, Norwalk; C.F. Bradley, Willard; F.T. Buzzard, New London; and Russell Gfell, Norwalk.
GOP chooses nine members of county committee
At the meeting of the Huron County Republican Central Committee last night, J.G. White of Wakeman was re-elected chairman and Mrs. Mary B. Cline was re-elected secretary-treasurer.
A committee consisting of D.L. Webb, A.H. Barnes, W.G. Broughton, Fred Cole and S.J. Lewis concerned with the candidates on the selection of the executive committee, with the result that the following were chosen: John R . Berry, Norwalk; Edsall Graham, North Fairfield; Arthur F. Henry, Monroeville; Carl Hildebrand, Bellevue; J.G. White, Wakeman; Mrs. Dot Sykes, Willard; Mrs. Laura Schlachter, Norwalk; W.B. Broughton, New London; H.S. Mclauhglin, Greenwich.
Evans defeats chess expert of Cleveland
Thomas Evans, Norwalk chess player, won a match Sunday at Oberlin over Morris Leysens of Cleveland on the 39th move. The Cleveland man ranks as one of the foremost players in the country and has beaten the present national champion. Aubrey Stoutenburg of Norwalk in the same meeting, defeated Berman, a star player of Elyria.
Game ranch planned for Huron County
NEW LONDON — Plans are being made to establish a State Game Refuge in Huron County, according to advice given out by Joe Walker, of Greenwich, game warden. This refuge, which will be located in the north center portion of the county, will comprise approximately 500 acres and will be used chiefly for the propagation of pheasants and small game. Leases have been secured from farmers in the district embraced in the refuge, who not only have agreed to prohibit any hunting by outside parties, but have waived their own personal rights of hunting in the tract. A large portion of the reserve is woodland and ideally suited for birds and game raising.
Coming Tuesday — Aug. 30, 1932: Norwalk folk escape injury in collision
— Compiled by Andy Prutsok

Norwalk resident defeats chess expert of Cleveland


Aug. 29, 1932
The top stories in the Norwalk Reflector-Herald on this date 82 years


According to someone close to the outfielder, Crisp waived his no-trade 10-and-5 rights (10 years in the big leagues, the last five with the same team) on Tuesday to facilitate a trade to the team with which he debuted in 2002.
Crisp wasn't in the A's starting lineup Tuesay, which manager Bob Melvin said was "always scheduled as a day off," but the 36-year-old switch hitter packed up and left the Oakland clubhouse at Minute Maid Field about an hour before the start of the game.
Reached by phone, Crisp declined to comment.
After being limited to just 44 games by head and neck problems last year, Crisp has been one of the few Oakland players to avoid the disabled list this year. He's played in 102 of the A's 132 games this season, with a slash line of .234/.299/.399. He's mostly been used by the A's against right-handed pitching, where he's hit .239 compared to .217 against lefties.
Crisp, who came to the A's in 2010, leads the majors with a .424 batting average with runners in scoring position.
The Indians, who are 74-56 and lead the Detroit Tigers by 4 1/2 games in the American League Central, have been trying to cover for the loss to injury of outfielder Michael Brantley. Crisp doesn't necessarily figure to play every day, but he could wind up starting against most right-handed starting pitchers as Cleveland pushes toward the postseason.
Crisp's contract with the A's calls for $11.75 million this year and has a $13 million option for next year that vests if he reaches 130 games played. He needs to play in 28 more games, but the Indians only have 31 games left after Tuesday.
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HOUSTON — The Oakland A's have traded outfielder Coco Crisp to the Cleveland Indians, with the official announcement due today.
According to someone close to


Shock is a 2016 graduate of the Case Western Reserve University, earning her master of science in nursing. She joined New Beginnings Pediatrics on July 5 and works in collaboration with Glenn J. Trippe, MD, FAAP. Shock is a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates and Practitioners, Society of Pediatrics Nurses, and Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.
She and her husband, Kyle, currently live in Olmsted Township. The couple enjoys traveling, attending Cleveland sporting events, and spending time with friends and their Goldendoodle, Lily.
Joy earned her master of science in nursing in 2016 and her master of nursing in 2014 from Case Western Reserve University’s Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing and her bachelor of arts in life sciences from Otterbein University in 2008. She joined New Beginnings Pediatrics on Feb. 29 and also works in collaboration with Trippe. She is an active member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates and Practitioners.
Joy currently lives in Ashland with her husband, Andy, and new son, Soren. The couple enjoys playing games of all kinds, and spending time with their extended families. Joy and her husband also have a dog and three cats at home, and are big lovers of animals.
New Beginnings Pediatrics is accepting new patients. Appointments can be scheduled by calling the Norwalk office at 419-668-9409 or the Bellevue office at 419-483-4122

New Beginnings welcomes new pediatric nurse practitioners


New Beginnings Pediatrics in Norwalk and Bellevue recently announced the addition of two certified pediatric nurse practitioners, Addie A. Shock and Caitlin G. Joy.
Shock


The top stories in the Norwalk Reflector-Herald on this date 76 years ago:
Leon Herrick seriously hurt in accident
Brief word has been received here of a serious accident that befell Leon C. Herrick in Hollywood, Fla., a day or two ago. He had driven a friend to the railway station or airport and was driving back alone to his home.
A truck going the same way had stopped, and Mr. Herrick drove around it and ran smack into a moving train that was crossing the highway on a little-used side track. He was terribly hurt, his right shoulder being broke and his car demolished. His condition is reported to be critical.
Mr. and Mrs. Herrick were formerly prominent residents of Norwalk. He was county engineer for several terms and was particularly active in Masonic affairs, being a 33rdr. The misfortune is deeply deplored by his host of Huron County Friends.
Harry L. Pearce hurt in wreck, dies at Willard
Greeenwich — Injuries suffered when he was struck by an auto on Main Street here Wedensday morning caused the death Thursday afternoon of at Willard Municipal Hospital of Harry L. Pearce, 67, retired Greenwich farmer.
He is survived by his widow, Mary and many other friends and relatives.
Heavy yields of oats reported
Reports of abnormally heavy oat yields are announced in Huron County. Fred Henry, living just south of Norwalk, is said to have raised nearly 1,000 bushes on 10 acres. Dan W. Heyman of the Heyman Bros., Hunt’s Corners, has raised 540 bushels of Swedish oats on six acres.
Clayton C. Albright of Peru is also a seed raiser. His field of 15 acres of Wayne oats yielded 1,200 bushels, or 70 bushels per acre. Elmer Strecker of Hunt’s Corners had a field of eight acres which yielded 70 bushels to the acre.
Willard news
The new nursery at the hospital has been opened. This nursery is entirely new at the south end of the second floor. The lower part of the nursery is deep ivory tile. The upper part is white plaster and the ceiling is cellotex. The bassinets are equipped with complete isolation and adjustable shelves for clothing and supplies for each baby. This new nursery was made possible by the $1,000 left the hospital by Mrs. Blanche Clark, who died in February and has been refurnished throughout in her memory. Susan Lee Jump, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Jump, was the first baby born at the hospital since March.
Coming Wednesday -— Aug. 24, 1940: Munitions being made in local factory
— Compiled by Andy Prutsok


Aug. 23, 1940
The top stories in the Norwalk Reflector-Herald on this date 76 years


Norwalk invaded Bassett’s Field at True Lay Stadium searching for a perfect start to its season and instead left with a loss.
The Redskins built an early lead and clung to it leaving with a 28-17 Week 1, season and home opening win.
(NOTE: Pictures of the game are posted on this website.)
“We did what we wanted to do and that was running the football,” Port Clinton coach Beau Carmon said. “Our offensive line was the big question mark coming into this year and in our last two scrimmages, it became the strength of our offense.”
The Truckers gave up 244 yards on the ground and 336 total yards of offense to the speedy Port Clinton offense. But in the end, Norwalk still had a shot to win the ball game.
After the Redskins punched in a score midway through the third making it 21-3, Norwalk sophomore Trevon Raymore took the first play 69 yards for a score to cut into the lead.
“At halftime the kids did a great job of listening to the coaches and we knew coming out we could take advantage and do some things,” Norwalk coach Chris MacFarland said. “There were things that we did that just changes the outcome of high school football.”
Carmon recognized Norwalk’s skill players and their abilities, but he felt his team could win the game if they controlled the trenches.
“Norwalk has some incredible athletes and I would hate to play them 7 on 7,” Carmon said. “But I feel tonight, we won the line of scrimmage. Our defensive line did a great job and when ever you can control the line, you have a change to win football games.”
Facing a seeming insurmountable deficit, the Truckers cut the lead to 11 and never trailed by more after that point. MacFarland saw a team that refused to quit.
“Our kids are never going to quit and that is one thing I am sure of,” MacFarland said. “We just didn’t make plays. Our kids have to come to play. It is their turn to step up and be senior starters.”
The Truckers came away with a tie in the second half after putting up just three points in the first on a 36-yard field goal on a solid boot from Griffin Rinner. Had the Norwalk been able to put the ball in the endzone a few more times, the outcome could have been different in the first half.
“We have to play four quarters,” MacFarland said.
Play of the game: After seeing the Redskins score to go up 18, Raymore took the handoff from senior quarterback Trenten Morrow and took it 69 yards for the score. The run cut the lead to 11 and saw Raymore cramp up midway through the run, but he was still able to find pay dirt.
Player of the game: Port Clinton quarterback Joey Brenner threw for 92 yards on 9 of 14 throwing with a 22-yard touchdown to senior wide out Skyler Cook. He added rushing scores of nine and 10 yards to give him three total touchdowns.
“Heart and leadership,” Carmon said. “That is what Joey brings to this team. He has been waiting two years for this opportunity. He has been chomping at the bit and it is his time now. He has that refuse to lose attitude.”
For Norwalk, Morrow threw for 122 yards and a score and ran for 32 yards. Raymore led all players with 94 yards rushing. Blake Obringer was Morrow’s favorite target as he hauled in six balls for 87 yards and a score.
The Redskins were led by Brenner’s stellar day. Senior Emerson Lowe ran for 88 yards on 15 carries and Donte McClure added 87 yards and a 12-yard touchdown.
The Truckers are back in action next Friday at home against John Hay while the Redskins at Rossford the same evening.
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Truckers drop season opener to Port Clinton


PORT CLINTON — It may have been Thursday, but the Port Clinton Redskins were just seeing the bright lights.
Norwalk invaded Bassett’s Field at True Lay


Dispatchers received a 9-1-1 call at 6:30 a.m. Saturday transferred from the Huron County Sheriff’s Office. According to police, a 19-year-old Bellevue woman alleged she was raped about 15 minutes beforehand behind a High Street building down an alley and then ran home.
North Central EMS was dispatched to the scene.
Police Detective Marc Linder responded to the emergency room of The Bellevue Hospital. He couldn’t be reached for comment Monday.


BELLEVUE — The Bellevue Police Department is investigating a suspected rape.
Dispatchers received a 9-1-1 call at 6:30 a.m. Saturday transferred from the Huron


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St. Paul gridders to report Thursday
Fred George, St. Paul football coach, arrived in town today and announced that football suits will be issued to the parochial grid candidates Thursday, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Suits will be issued in the locker room of the auditorium. George Cully, manager and his assistants, are to report Thursday at 1 p.m.
First practice sessions will be held Friday afternoon at the Whitney Field starting at 5:30 p.m. each evening. An eight game schedule has already been worked out for the Saints this season. A ninth game may be added to be played Armistice Day, No. 11.
The 1940 schedule includes four 11-man football games and four six-man grid games.
Willard gridders report for drills
Thirty men, only five of them letter men, reported to Coach David Query for the initial football practice session at Willard High School yesterday. Headed by co-captains Richard Booth and Winton Jenney, the boys were given light drills and these will continue until the first of next week.
Query was aided by Assistant coach Paul Hargrove and James Langhurst, captain of the Ohio State grid machine this year. They will be joined by Carleton Riddle, recently employed by the school board to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Herman Zink, who accepted a position on Zanesville coaching staff. Riddle graduated from Bowling Green two weeks ago, where he distinguished himself as a center, a position he played while a student here.
Health board is petitioned
Petitions addressed to the board of health are being circulated and freely signed by residents in the vicinity of the creek valley to prevent further use of Norwalk Creek as a sanitary sewer. Despite the fact that the city spent around $200,000 on a new sewage system a few years ago, there are still houses not yet connected therewith and the condition of Norwalk Creek is about as unsanitary as ever. Drastic steps are asked and it is understood will be taken.
Officer Taylor becomes fingerprint expert
Patrolman Reed Taylor, who has been making much progress in the finger printing department, will be sent to Detroit Aug. 26-27, to be further instructed in this work by federal and city officials there. Hugh Burdue, former Norwalk man now a government photography expert at Detroit, will introduce Taylor to the Detroit officials. Funds for this move will be taken from the net proceeds of the patrolmen’s ball held at the high school last winter.
— Compiled by Andy Prutsok


Aug. 22, 1940
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Daughter of Jack and Marilyn (Wilton) Hartman, Pennie was born on September 25, 1960, in Oberlin, Ohio, and throughout her life resided in Wellington, Willard, Norwalk, and, most recently, Fremont, Ohio. Pennie was a 1979 graduate of Pioneer Career Center (Willard High School). She was previously employed by Pepperidge Farm, and spent much of her life helping others through home healthcare. She enjoyed serving her family as a devoted housewife and found joy in finding many treasures at local garage sales.
Pennie will be most remembered for the angel wings she wore here on earth; she was a warm, kind, and gentle woman. Always armed with a smile, she could melt you with her wonderful hugs. She enjoyed the love and friendship of so many people, however, her real passion in life was her children and grandchildren.
Left to cherish her memory is her husband, companion, and love, Randy Myers of Fremont, Ohio; her children, Tommy (Leeanna) Roth of Willard, Ohio, and Beth (Keith) Smith of Norwalk,Ohio; step-son, Dave (Stephaine) Myers of Las Vegas, Nevada; grandchildren, Lilika Roth of Willard, Ohio, and Paige and RJ Myers of Las Vegas, Nevada; and by her siblings, Jack Hartman Jr of Norwalk, Ohio, Melinda Holtz of Norwalk, Ohio, Jeff (Debbie) Hartman of Wakeman, Ohio, and Jerry (Vicki) Hartman of Bellville, Ohio. Pennie is also survived by Thomas Roth, father of her children, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. She will be greatly missed by her two beloved fur-babies, Ginger and Fuzz.
Pennie was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Suzanne Crum and Kathy Miller.
Friends and relatives are invited to call on the family at Walker Funeral Home, 98 West Main Street, Norwalk, Ohio, Sunday, August 28, 2016 from 2:00 p.m.to 4:00 p.m., with a prayer service immediately following. Graveside services will continue on Monday, August 29, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery. At the conclusion of services, a celebration luncheon will take place at the home of her daughter, Beth Smith, and friends and family are welcome to join as they celebrate Pennie’s life. Online condolences may be made by going to www.edwalkerfuneralhome.com.


BELLEVUE — Pennie Marie (Hartman) Myers, 55, entered the loving arms of her eternal father early Wednesday morning, Aug. 24, 2016, at Promedica Toledo after a brief


"Opening Paisley Park is something that Prince always wanted to do and was actively working on," Tyka Nelson, Prince's sister, said in a statement. "Only a few hundred people have had the rare opportunity to tour the estate during his lifetime. Now, fans from around the world will be able to experience Prince's world for the first time as we open the doors to this incredible place."
Prince's estate is partnering with Graceland Holdings LLC, which has been involved with the operation of Graceland, Presley's home in Memphis, since 1982.
Paisley Park, a 65,000-square-foot complex on just over 9 acres in Chanhassen, opened in 1987 at a cost of $10 million. It contains recording studios and a soundstage that was formerly rented to other artists. Barry Manilow, Steve Miller and the Bee Gees are among the acts who rehearsed in the soundstage; videos, commercials and Prince's 1990 "Graffiti Bridge" movie were shot in that space, too. The studios were also used by the Replacements, Paula Abdul and others. Prince maintained an apartment in Paisley; it is uncertain whether the living quarters will be part of the tour.
The estate is seeking permission from the city of Chanhassen to use Paisley as a museum, an occasional recording studio and a concert venue. No musical events are expected to take place before March 2017.
According to an Aug. 19 proposal to the city, there will be no additional construction for Paisley. But plans call for 40 to 50 more parking spaces to the east end of the current lot. Graceland is providing the initial funds for improvements and operating costs. Onsite lodging could be developed in the future, according to the business plan, though a spokesman said it is premature to discuss details.
The proposal says that 70-minute tours will cost $38.50, with $100 for the VIP tours. Each tour could accommodate up to 30 guests. The plan predicts 1,500 to 2,000 visitors on peak days. The tour is expected to take visitors to recording studios and rehearsal spaces and showcase Prince memorabilia, including his Oscar, Grammys and photos from the various years.
The proposal also says that Paisley Park will be available for special recording sessions and concerts in the soundstage.
Plan preceded death
Prince's body was found in an elevator at Paisley Park on April 21. He died of an accidental overdose of the painkiller fentanyl. A criminal investigation is under way.
The museum was in the works before Prince's death, according to sources who worked at Paisley Park.
Tickets will go on sale at 2 p.m. on Friday for tours starting Oct. 6. For tickets and information, go to OfficialPaisleyPark.com. Tickets must be purchased online; there will be no tickets for sale at Paisley, according to the business proposal. In the Prince tradition, only vegetarian food will be sold at Paisley Park.
"The estate is working with the family to form an advisory council who will provide valuable input on the entire experience," Bremer Trust president Craig Ordal said.
Bremer is the court-appointed special administrator overseeing Prince's estate pending a distribution to his heirs. Prince apparently didn't leave a will, so it's up to Carver County District Judge Kevin Eide to determine the rock star's heirs.
Chanhassen got a taste of the allure of a museum in the weeks after Prince's death, as thousands visited Paisley Park to pay their respects. Those visitors boosted sales at local businesses, said Mayor Denny Laufenburger.
The city's Planning Commission will review and vote on the museum application on Sept. 20. If approved, the plan would go before the City Council for a final OK at a special meeting on Oct. 3.
"City staff has been in discussion with the folks at Bremer Trust, as well as the management company that will be conducting this," Laufenburger said. "If the [management company does] what they've told us that they will do, then we anticipate that there will be no complications."
If Paisley Park opens as a museum as announced, it will coincide with an official Prince tribute concert planned by the estate for Oct. 13 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. No details for the concert have been released. Mint Condition is the only act that lists the concert on its official itinerary.
EDITOR’S NOTE: Staff writers Dan Browning, Emma Nelson, Beatrice Dupuy and Chris Riemenschneider contributed to this story.
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It may not be like Elvis Presley's Graceland, but Prince's Paisley Park complex could open as a museum in partnership with the


About 15 minutes later, the 17-year-old Wakeman girl has the finished product — color and all.
“You have to be able to exaggerate,” she said, referring to someone’s features. “If you do too much, it won’t look anything like the person.”
The Western Reserve junior talked about the process for creating caricatures at Cedar Point.
The first part is talking to the client, starting a relationship and asking about his or her interests and job. Plank said if the person isn’t forthcoming, “I usually pick two or three things to exaggerate and the rest I leave normal.”
Plank also takes time to study her client’s face.
“I’ll take a look at their face and look away. I’ll try to keep in mind what stood out,” said the teenager, who is a junior in the visual media tech program at EHOVE Career Center.
Plank is a first-year employee with Kaman’s Art Shoppe. The Chagrin Falls-based business has 22 locations at Cedar Point. Kaman’s has partnered with the amusement park for 30 years.
“We are looking for someone who is energetic, outgoing and not afraid to talk to total strangers — people (who) enjoy people,” said Jamie Smith, Kaman’s contract manager.
Smith was asked what are the advantages of having visual media tech students or graduates working at Kaman’s booths.
“They have an innate sense of laying out a T-shirt,” she said, mentioning artists know how to combine multiple elements.
“They are able to guide the guest,” Smith added.
Perkins graduate Nikolai Olsen is in his second year working for Kaman’s. He was worked at Cedar Point for four years, the first two in the food industry. Olsen considered returning for his third summer, but decided working in an art booth might further his career.
Kaman’s officials often come to EHOVE, sharing information with students in jobs doing antique photos, body art and caricatures.
But working at Cedar Point has taught Olsen workplace skills he wouldn’t learn in the classroom, such as the importance of product placement. The airbrush booth features art of Iron Man, Deadpool and Pokemon as well as names in bold, creative lettering.
“If they see it and like it, they might pick it up and buy it,” said Olsen, who is training to be an airbrush artist. “Usually we get a lot of gamer requests.”
At the airbrush booth, potential customers may share a photo they have on their phone or choose a piece from the portfolio to be placed on a T-shirt.
“Anybody can bring in their own picture,” Olsen said. “Sometimes people bring in their own artwork.”
“It usually takes a solid year to become an artist,” Smith added.
Potential portrait and caricature artists are asked to audition before Cedar Point opens. Once hired, they have mandatory training sessions during the park season to perfect their craft.
What Smith appreciates and respects about Plank is she sees the Western student drawing constantly — even on her breaks.
“Caroline has a lot of talent. She has a lot of natural talent,” Smith said. “She’s always trying to hone her craft.”


SANDUSKY — It takes artist Caroline Plank two to three minutes to draw her initial caricature.
About 15 minutes later, the 17-year-old Wakeman girl has the


The top stories in the Norwalk Reflector-Herald on this date 76 years ago:
Munitions are being made in local factory
At the Stewart woodwork factory here, munitions, it is stated, are being manufactured for the government. The products are tent poles and similar equipment.
While there is little chance of Norwalk landing a large munitions factory, it is given out that sub-contracts can be let here that would mean much to the community. While facilities for turning out metal products are somewhat lacking here, the city has important facilities for making wood articles necessary for war use.
Fire causes heavy loss on Weaver farm
WILLARD — Two barns, a straw stack, small buildings, a threshing outfit, quantities of hay and grain, a number of lambs and other property were destroyed by a fire on the farm of Ralph Weaver, west of here Friday. Weaver and Frank Bogner, the tenant, carry insurance.
Marilyn Myers hostess at birthday party
Little Miss Marilyn Myers was hostess at a lovely party last Thursday in celebration of her 6th birthday. During the afternoon games were played with prizes awarded in each.
Marilyn received many attractive gifts on this occasion from the following: Joan Linn, Donna Ruffing, Carol and Marlene Lonz, Carol Borden, Josephine Brown, Jacqueline Hershberger, Betty McConkey, Barbara Brown, Jane and Patty Gross, Mary Ann Moeller and Molly Ann Smith.
30 report for gird equipment at Norwalk High
Some 30 boys reported to Coach Cal Pfeiffer at Norwalk High School this morning when the public school grid tutor handed out uniforms and equipment in preparation for the opening of football practice this afternoon.
A practice session was on tap for this afternoon and if possible, Coach Pfeiffer plans on two drills per day starting tomorrow.
A number of first string candidates for the 1940 eleven are out of town at present and will not be available for practice for a week or so longer.
Body of convict here is unclaimed
There was not a known relative or friend to claim the body today of Mark Rock, 62, formerly of Bellevue, who served eight years in the London prison farm at London without receiving, a visitor, sending or receiving a letter.
He died yesterday in the prison hospital after a short illness. Rock, when sentenced in 1932 from Huron County to serve an indeterminate term up to 10 years for felonious assault. Rock was arraigned here on a sex charge and was sentenced April 6.
He was transferred from Ohio Penitentiary to the prison farm June 14, 1932, and since then has never communicated with the outside world, prison officials said.
Upon starting his sentence, he said he had a brother in Bellevue where he had lived and worked as a painter and paper hanger.
Coming Thursday -— August 25, 1888: Chafffee’s name to be placed in nomination
— Compiled by Andy Prutsok


Aug. 24, 1940
The top stories in the Norwalk Reflector-Herald on this date 76 years


Surviving are his sons, Lloyd Wayne Henderson Jr. of Georgia, Brandon (Jess Bryan) Henderson of Goshen, and Jacob Henderson of Norwalk, Ohio, and a step-daughter Nicole Nichols of Goshen. Also surviving are 2 grandsons & 3 granddaughters, along with his sisters Polly and Becky Henderson, both of Irving, TX. Surviving as well are his special friends Julie Peterson of Ohio, and Melissa & Kevin Harrell of Alabama. Preceding him in death were his parents Waymon Henderson & Mary (Reese) Kirksey, his brothers Melvin, Roy & Ed Henderson, and one granddaughter.
There will be a celebration of his life at 3pm Saturday, August 27, 2016 at the Fiddler Pavilion at Pringle Park, 1912 W. Lincoln Avenue in Goshen. Elkhart Cremation Service is assisting with his arrangements.
Lloyd loved Harley Davidson Motorcycles, fishing, eating from the “taco truck” in Goshen, and watching Dallas Cowboys & Alabama football. He was a hard worker, who loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
In his memory, donations may be given to United Cancer Services of Elkhart. Online condolences may be shared with the Henderson family at our website, www.elkhartcremation.com.


GOSHEN — Lloyd Wayne Henderson, age 57, passed away August 24, 2016 at his home in Goshen. Lloyd was born October 22, 1958 in Dallas, Texas. Lloyd was employed for many


The top stories in The Daily Reflector on this date 128 years ago:
Chaffee to be nominated for sheriff
The many friends of J.M. Chaffee will present his name to the Republican County Convention for the nomination for the office of Sheriff, and will urge his nomination by all honorable means.
Mr. Chaffee is a lifelong Republican who has always voted the straight ticket; he was a soldier for three years in the gallant 55th O. V. V. I, and was severely wounded three times at Gettysburg; he has been found faithful and ready in eveyr position.
After the war he was elected township clerk of Hartland, and for 19 successive years he held the office, the last time he ran receiving every vote cast in the township.
He would make a competent and popular Sheriff and would add greatly to the strength of the ticket.
From the Chicago, O. Times
Miss Nettie Morehouse of Norwlak is the guest of her sister, Mrs. G.M. Hinkley.
TH electur eof Prof. Comings on “Geology” Monday evening drew a large crowd and was listened to with interest. THe professor handled his subject ina masterly manner.
The Harrison and Morton log cabin has been completed and nicely decorated on the inside. The stas and strpes float fromt he gables and a large banner is stretched across the room It will be formally dedicated today by Hon. L.C. Lylin of Norwlak.
Hon. Jas. A. Norton of Tiffin returned from New York on Tuesdya of last week with the information that engineeres would be put to work at once to survey a route through Tiffen east and if it bore out statements made by Messrs. Norton an dGilson the company would accept Tiffin’s proposition of the right way and $50,000.
Good for Chicago Juntion
Chicago Junciton against the county. We are informed by those in a posititioin to know tha tthe present session of the Huron COunty Teacher’s Instittue has been one of th ebest ever held int he county. The same was said of the Huron COunty Sunday School Union when it held its session here. Also of the reunion of the 123d O. V. I. last fall, which was the largest since the war. In fact every public gathering that has been held in CHicago Junction in the past few years has been a success.
Unusual attractions for fair
The Huron COunty Agricultural Society have secured as one of the attractions for their coming Big Fair, the famous Madame Loretta C. Masterman and Miss Alice Houser, the daring and accomplished equestriennes now known as the wizard horsewomen of the world, who will give thier marvelous exhibitions on the Huron County Fair Grouns on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Sept. 12, 13 and 14.
No one should fail to see these celebrated horsewomen.On Wednesday they will ride exciting jockey races, without saddle.
On Thrusday they will ride bareback, ROman standing races.
On Friday they will drive double team races to skeleton wagons.
Miss Kitty wed
Miss Kittie, oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.L. DeWitt of this city, was married Thursday afternoon to Mr. James McInnis of Rockland, Mich.
— Compiled by Andy Prutsok


Aug. 25, 1888
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It is once again time for Fri ... wait, Thursday Night Lights?
For the Norwalk Truckers, Thursday night kicks off their high school football season in what hopes to be a new tradition. The Truckers hike to Port Clinton to open the season in a unique way against the Redskins.
“This is our first time doing this,” MacFarland said. “We have been searching for the past couple years for a team to do this and we finally found Port Clinton. My selling point is we have had all of 2-a-days to get ready. Yeah it is a different night, but this season is different as it is. We usually wouldn't be in school for Week 1, but we are.”
MacFarland, who coached in Cincinnati before coming to Norwalk, is no stranger to week night football during Week 1. Many times, we was involved in Wednesday night football games to kick off the season. Now, he and his coaching staff get the opportunity to catch a Friday night game for scouting purposes.
“I feel very good about it,” MacFarland said. “I thought it would be neat for our kids to be exposed to. We will be the only show in town. We are excited about it and I think the kids are too. Every other sport plays on different nights of the week so why not football?”
But how will the players react to playing on a Thursday night, MacFarland isn't worried.
“These kids don't care what night it is; they are just ready to play,” MacFarland said. “After three weeks of 2-a-days and camp, they are ready to go and playing for real. It is time for us to shine and I know these kids have worked very hard.”
The Truckers are looking to put last year’s 2-8 mark behind them in one of the worst injury-plagued seasons in recent memory. Thursday night will be the opportunity norwalk is looking for to establish a new reputation.
“We were not very successful last year due to our injuries and a lot of these kids got a lot of playing time way before they should have,” MacFarland said. “It is important for them to go out and show what they did in their offseason and how they have improved themselves.”
over the summer, MacFarland has seen something different in his squad. With a lot of kids who played a lot of varsity quarters before they were ready, the Truckers have a clean slate to get back to their winning ways.
MacFarland admits, 2015 comes down to defense.
“Defensively, we have some key kids back who were thrown to the wolves and I think they are ready to show how they are different than the 2015 team,” MacFarland said. “Our kids are ready to prove something. We had five years of winning seasons and with what happened last year, this team is ready to show what Norwalk Football has turned itself into.”
The Redskins finished last season 7-4 last season. MacFarland knows the opponent and hopes his team is up for the challenge.
“They have a great defense and have a lot of returners back,” MacFarland said. “But we strongly feel we have a very good offense this year. We have some good leadership and athletes with a lot of speed on the perimeter. We have a quarterback (Trenten Morrow) who got seven games under his belt.”
Kickoff is at 7 p.m. at Port Clinton on Thursday night.
Who needs tradition? As long as there are lights and football, all is right in the fall.
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Truckers ready for Thursday Night Lights


Christmas morning has arrived in Huron County.
It is once again time for Fri ... wait, Thursday Night Lights?
For the Norwalk Truckers, Thursday night


In fact, fall is every Flyer fan’s favorite holiday.
In 2016, the volleyball court will have a bit of a redemption feel to it in Fr. Harvey Keller Gymnasium. In the past 19 seasons, the St. Paul Flyers collected 16 Firelands Conference championships including an incredible 14 consecutive crowns. That’s a lot of hardware.
But the Flyers haven't hoisted the trophy the past two seasons as those went to the Monroeville Eagles. St. Paul is hoping to right the volleyball ship and climb back atop the mountain.
Head coach Nancy Miller notice her team’s work ethic in the offseason and that is what has her expecting big things from her team this season.
“We have had a very solid summer that saw everyone working incredible hard,” Miller said. “They have worked hard to see big improvements and achieve some very high goals. We want to get back to the top of the conference again this year. We want to put another number on that banner.”
The Flyers took home a 3-0 season-opening win against South Central on Tuesday and began their quest for a conference title in a consistent fashion. St. Paul won their three games by scores of 25-18, 25-19 and 25-17. Maybe not the dominating fashion Flyer fans are used to, but it gave Miller some pointers to work on as the season moves forward.
“We did not serve the ball strong in our opener,” Miller added. “We have to serve the ball better and serve receive as well. I wasn't as happy as what I could be with our serve receive because I know we can do that a lot better.”
St. Paul yields five seniors on their 13-player roster. Kayleigh Stang returns as the senior libero, Halle Schoen roams the outside hitter position and Sierra Mushett is the defensive specialist. Ashley Painley and Elyse Roth are options at outside hitter as well. The seniors are players Miller is excited to see step up and lead.
“Halle Schoen is a great floor general, Kaeleigh Stang is our libero and she is just a solid volleyball player all around,” Miller said. “She controls that back row. Ashley Painley is another one to watch out for. We transitioned her from the middle to the right side and using her a lot on the floor. She is just a great leader for us.”
St. Paul sports six juniors and two sophomores to round out the varsity squad. Claire Spittel, Rachel Bleile, Meghan Hedrick, Hannah Rudolph, Tess Lepley and Katie Tomshack are the juniors and Kamryn Maxwell and Lauren Chandler are the sophomores.
The Flyers continue Firelands Conference play on Tuesday against Plymouth and Thursday hosting defending conference champion Monroeville. Miller sees the FC as a wide open conference up for grabs for the team that wants it most.
“I think there are four to five teams that have potential of being really strong,” Miller said. “There is us, Monroeville, South Central is very scrappy, Western Reserve is very young and Crestview returns a lot of veterans. There are five solid teams that on any given night can win games.”
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At St. Paul, volleyball is a way of life.
In fact, fall is every Flyer fan’s favorite holiday.
In 2016, the volleyball court will have a bit


After hearing from constituents, Klobuchar, whose daughter has nut allergies, questioned Mylan pharmaceutical’s decision to push the price of its EpiPen from $100 in 2008 to $500-$600 in 2016.
“There does not appear to be any justification for the continual price increases of EpiPen,” Klobuchar, a Democrat, wrote to FTC chairwoman Edith Ramirez. “Manufacturing costs for the product have been stable and Mylan does not need to recover the product’s research and development costs because the product was on the market years before Mylan acquired it in 2007.”
In an interview, Klobuchar called epinephrine auto-injectors like the EpiPen a “life preserver” for millions of people, including her child. She called the Mylan price increases an application of “raw market power” by a company that controls virtually all auto-injector sales since competitors recalled or failed to get approval for similar products.
Klobuchar spoke out about the EpiPen pricing in a Saturday Facebook posting that generated big digital buzz, then followed up with a news release Monday, the same day she sent her letter to Ramizez.
Other senators and representatives are speaking out, including Charles Grassley, R-Iowa, Mark Warner, D-Va., and Richard Blumenthal, (D-Va., who on Tuesday sent letters to Mylan CEO Heather Bresch, the daughter of Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va.
“There is huge pressure here, and I hope they bring the price down with school starting,” Klobuchar said.
In any case, she also wants to determine if “systemic changes” in drug pricing policies are in order.
Mylan declined to say if it was considering lowering the price of EpiPens. In reaction to media reports of price increases and the concerns of Klobuchar and others, the company offered a lengthy explanation on its website to show that the product was affordable.
Among other things, Mylan said that in 2015 nearly 80 percent of “commercially insured patients” using a company-issued savings coupon got EpiPens “for $0.” The company also touted an “EpiPen4Schools initiative” that it said has distributed more than 700,000 free EpiPens since 2012.
The growing criticism of Mylan’s pricing caught Wall Street’s attention Tuesday, sending the company’s shares down nearly 5 percent and slicing its market value by more than $1.2 billion.
“Some families don’t have insurance,” Klobuchar said. “They have to pay the whole amount. Other families have really high deductibles. So they are essentially paying the whole amount because the copay doesn’t hit yet … Insurance companies are paying it or the government is paying for it through Medicare or Medicaid. Someone is paying this cost.
As ranking member of the antitrust subcommittee of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Klobuchar said an examination of pricing is warranted.
“Just the fact that they have monopoly power and they increase the price is not enough to say that’s illegal,” she explained. Antitrust laws are triggered if a company uses its market control to limit the trade of competitors. “So that’s what we’ll look at.”
In addition to the FTC investigation, Klobuchar called for a Judiciary Committee hearing on EpiPen pricing that she hopes can produce the political inertia needed to pass four bipartisan bills which she has co-sponsored. The legislation is meant to increase lower drug prices by increasing competition for all kinds of pharmaceuticals. The pharmaceutical lobby opposes all four bills.
One bills allows Medicare to negotiate drug prices with pharmaceutical companies. A second allows reimportation of U.S.-made drugs from Canada, where drug prices are significantly lower than the U.S. For instance, in Canada EpiPens cost less than half of what they cost in the U.S., Klobuchar’s staff said.
The other two pieces of legislation address generic drugs. One forbids makers of brand name drugs from paying to delay introduction of generics. The second speeds up the generic drug approval process.
The issue of drug pricing pushes a hot button. Klobuchar’s Facebook posting about EpiPens quickly drew 5,000 shares. People with tales of EpiPen pricing continue to contact her office.
“At my State Fair booth I’m going to collect more stories,” Klobuchar said. “You have to get the real world experiences of people to make the case.
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EpiPen pricing fuels new debate over drug pricing
By Steve Twedt and Len Boselovic
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)
Calls for generic drug giant Mylan to change the pricing of its lifesaving epinephrine auto-injector EpiPen have gained support from a third senator, further reigniting a broader national debate about the cost of prescription drugs.
Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., joined Sens. Charles Grassley, R-Iowa, and Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., in questioning why the cost of the auto-injector has risen from just under $60 when Mylan acquired it in 2007 to about $600 for a pair now.
In a news release, Mr. Blumenthal demanded Mylan “take immediate action to lower the price of EpiPens for all Americans that rely on this product for their health and safety,” adding that his office has been contacted by dozens of constituents “who urgently require your life-saving product but fear that its skyrocketing price has put it out of reach.”
Mr. Grassley on Monday sent a letter to Cecil-based Mylan CEO Heather Bresch asking her to explain the price increases for the auto-injector, which is used for emergency treatment of severe food or bee sting allergies, and Ms. Klobuchar called on the Federal Trade Commission to investigate whether Mylan had moved to block competitors from entering the epinephrine injection market.
The scrutiny comes at a time of heightened attention and criticism of pharmaceutical companies’ product pricing, an issue brought to the fore last fall when then-Turing Pharmaceutical CEO Martin Shkreli proposed increasing the price of its drug to treat the parasitic infection toxoplasmosis from $13.50 a pill to $750.
About the same time, but receiving less attention, a report by Bloomberg Business Week described how Mylan’s 2007 acquisition of EpiPen from Merck KGaA turned a drug with yearly revenues of $200 million into “a $1 billion-a-year product that clobbers its rivals and provides about 40 percent of Mylan’s operating profits.”
One possible rival, Sanofi US, voluntarily recalled its Auvi-Q epinephrine injector last fall due to dosage accuracy problems which the company said “may include failure to deliver drug.”
With EpiPen’s current “near-monopoly on the market,” Fortune reported this week that Mylan’s auto-injector has netted annual sales of more than $1.3 billion.
S&P Capital IQ analyst Jeffrey Loo does not expect the outrage over EpiPen’s price increase will have a long-term impact on Mylan or the drug industry. He said that high drug prices “have always been a contentious issue” and that Congress routinely holds hearings whenever drug prices surge.
“Mylan’s the latest one with EpiPen. Clearly, from a public relations view, it’s a black cloud,” Mr. Loo said. “But they have a virtual monopoly in that marketplace, so it’s not going to impact their sales. In time, I think this will blow over.”
He said Mylan benefited not only from the Auvi-Q recall as well as rival Teva’s failure to launch a competing version of the drug. Mylan shares closed Tuesday down $2.28, nearly five percent, at $45.62.
During the company’s Aug. 9 earnings call, Mylan CEO Heather Bresch defended the EpiPen’s pricing, saying, “If you look on an annual basis, as a lifesaving drug, to have a WAC [wholesale acquisition cost] price at just under $600, I think that you can see it falls as not an expensive product.”
She also noted the emergence of high-deductible insurance plans has meant that some customers’ plans leave them responsible for the EpiPen’s full cost instead of a lower copayment.
As a result, “As employers shift more cost to employees and make that everything’s got to come out of pocket before you hit your deductible is where you’re seeing a lot of noise around EpiPen.”
Mylan did not return a phone message Tuesday seeking comment. However, in a statement posted on the company’s website Monday, Mylan officials said that in 2015 nearly 80 percent of commercially insured patients using a special savings card got the auto-injector at no cost.
They also pointed to one program which has distributed more than 700,000 EpiPen auto-injectors free to more than 65,000 schools and another which offers consumers up to $100 off for a two-pack carton.
Although Pennsylvania does not require that school districts keep EpiPens on-site, “Any school can apply and if a school physician writes a script, it’s provided free of charge” by Mylan, said Kathy Verbel, the Monroe County-based president-elect of the Pennsylvania Association of School Nurses and Practitioners.
She added that Mylan “also provides educational material” for using the injectors.
EpiPen is the clear leader in Mylan’s specialty drug segment, where net sales in the second quarter this year increased 33 percent to $402.5 million compared with the same three-month period in 2015.
Ms. Bresch said during the Aug. 9 earnings call that EpiPen “will be a very, very important product for a very long time” while adding that “as we continue to grow… EpiPen from a true dollar contribution will just continue to shrink” so the company is not overly reliant on the EpiPen brand.
“But I can tell you that there’s every bit of focus on the role EpiPen plays in the lives and saving lives and then getting to as many patients as we possibly can,” she said.
Steve Twedt: stwedt@post-gazette.com or 412-263-1963. Len Boselovic: lboselovic@post-gazette.com or 412-263-1941.
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Growing call for FTC to investigate EpiPen maker over price rises


WASHINGTON — Joining a host of lawmakers calling for an accounting, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota has asked the Federal Trade Commission to investigate whether a drug


Week 1 of high school football is finally upon us and it is time to run down the list of games in the Norwalk Reflector coverage area. Here are the games to check out this week.
Western Reserve vs Black River, Friday
The Roughriders open the season against Black River in a non-conference home opener in Collins. Western Reserve was 5-5 last season, but it sported a 5-2 Firelands Conference record. After starting 0-4, Western ended the season 5-1 with weekly improvement and a nice cornerstone for the new season. Expect the ball to be in the hands of junior quarterback Matt Perkins, senior running back Josh Fries and Stephen Hood. With just five seniors returning, the Roughriders will look to get out to a fast start and get some Friday night experience under their pads.
Monroeville at Crestline, Friday
The Eagles open up with what should be the most winnable game on the schedule. Crestline recently ended a 36-game losing streak last season and that are extremely young again. With 14 returning letterman, the Eagles should be able to get their younger players some Friday night time and get them used to varsity football. Watch for Blake Anderson to get some carries early and often. Adam Rogers should have a field day throwing the football and Logan Myers blazing down the sideline.
Edison at Firelands, Friday
A new season for the Edison Chargers still brings some high expectations. A trip to the Final 4 in 2015 is in the past and the Chargers seem hungry to return to the playoffs. They return a loaded 19 lettermen who all know what it is like to put the basketball season on hold for a few weeks. Sam Stoll is going to be a workhorse and should take the pressure off of Braden Ehrhardt in his first varsity start. Expect the rushing yards to pile up in Firelands on Friday night.
Plymouth at Buckeye Central, Friday
The Big Red travel a couple of minutes down the road to New Washington for the season opener. Plymouth returns a trio of running backs who bring different skill sets to the backfield and each should see a lot of carries on Friday night. Dylan Carroll, Austin Nester and Seth Bailey give the Big Red plenty of veteran options in the backfield who should give youngster Kade Collins plenty of opportunities to get his feet wet under center. The Bucks lost a loaded senior class in 2015 and it could be a rebuild year.
New London vs Oberlin, Friday
The Wildcats finished at the middle of the FC last season and are ready to continue their success in hopes of competing for a conference title. With 14 returning lettermen, New London has the veteran leadership to piece together a successful season in 2016. Watch for Dane Mathews to air out the ball when Jacob Molnar’s number isn't called. With a stud running back, the play-action pass should be wide open downfield. Coach Brad Pickens can reach deep into his playbook with all of the playmakers wearing the black and red.
South Central at Seneca East, Friday
The Trojans may have the toughest test of Week 1 of anyone in the area. South Central will have to make defending the pass a high priority this week. Seneca East returns the Northern 10 Conference passing leader and it lost a stud running back so the passing game will be in full force in Attica. The big thing for South Central is it returns 15 lettermen who have a ton of Friday-night experience. They include six linemen so the run game should be the Trojans’ bread and butter. Aaron Lamoreaux makes the switch to quarterback after earning All-FC honors as a wide receiver. His speed and arm strength makes him a threat to hit paydirt on any play.
Willard at Margaretta, Friday
Things are changing in Flashes country. New head coach and numbers reaching 44 strong bring a new culture to Willard. They will be very young with just 11 returning lettermen. A veteran line will make things easier for the youngsters to have time in the backfield. A new offense featuring a fast-paced, wide-spread attack could surprise a lot of opponents this season. Expect the Flashes to have a very successful 2016.
St. Paul at Sandusky St. Mary’s, Saturday
Saturday night belongs to St. Paul and St. Mary’s as the only game in town. The Flyers are looking for their fifth straight FC title. Their Saturday night prep will get them ready to go for their 21st consecutive conference win once play starts. With 16 returning letter winners, it seems like a very successful season ahead for the Flyers.
Jake Furr is the Sports Editor at the Norwalk Reflector. Connect with him via Twitter @JakeFurr11, email jakefurr@norwalkreflector.com or call/text 419-571-9333.

Week 1 Preview: Teams looking for quick start


Happy high school football season.
Week 1 of high school football is finally upon us and it is time to run down the list of games in the Norwalk


The Flyers tallied 50 points, as St. Wendelin took second with 62, followed by St. Joe’s 64, St. Mary’s 79, Cardinal Stritch 97 and St. Peter’s 154.
St. Paul’s Jared Arnold took second overall with a time of 17:15 and John Dowdell claimed seventh at 19:08
Lady Flyer freshman Lily Dowdell finished clocked in at 20:43 for first on the varsity girls’ side, while Rachel Beat finished fourth at 21:54 and Anne Ware sixth at 23:03.
The St. Paul girls’ junior high team notched first with 36 points. St. Mary’s scored 42, as St. Wendelin finished with 67 and St. Peter’s 77.
The Flyer boys’ junior high team also won first place over St. Wendelin, St. Joe’s, Tiffin Calvert and St. Mary’s.
St. Paul will compete at Seneca East on Saturday at 9 a.m. in a non-league race.
RESULTS
Varsity Boys
St. Paul: 2. Jared Arnold 17:15; 7. John Dowdell 19:08; 11. Sam Sigsworth 19:20; 12. Noah Avendano 19:36; 18. Brandon McCall 20:18; Owen Duncan 20:33; Luke Cecolli 21:17.
Varsity Girls
St. Paul: 1. Lily Dowdell 20:43; 4. Rachel Beat 21:54; 6. Anne Ware 23:03; 13. Ally Brown 24:09; 19. Alexandra Abel 24:48; 20. Mandi Bocock 25:17; 22. Abby Fitzgerald 25:21.
Junior High Boys
St. Paul: 2. Ryan Gross 12:52; 5. Collin Liedorff 13:59; 8. Anthony Cefalu 14:25; 15. Michael Howerton 16:10; 19. Stephen McHale 17:29; 22. Joseph Nill 17:57; 25. Jefferson Fair 22:28.
Junior High Girls
St. Paul: 2. Kylie McDonnell 14:57; 6. Claire Cecolli 15:32; 8. Dana Sumpter 15:52; 11. Emma Lukasko 16:10; 14. Olivia Hosack 16:16; 17. Julianne Colvin 16:43; 25. Madisyn Cook 18:25.


It was a good outing for the Flyer cross country teams on Monday, as they swept the Northwest Ohio Catholic Schools Association meet at Veteran’s Memorial Lake Park.


By contrast, I have been to South Dakota a few times.
North Dakota looks a lot like South Dakota. Vast stretches of rolling prairie that have now been turned into gigantic fields of grain. This goes on for hundreds of miles, in fact. Houses are few and far between. And towns are even fewer and farther.
But I had a destination in mind. And that always makes the miles go by easier.
I was headed for Theodore Roosevelt National Park. It came up on every page during my research into “North Dakota Things To Do.” And when The New York Times named it one of the Top 50 Places--in the world--To Visit In 2016, that sealed the deal.
On my way, I thought the endless fields of green were beautiful. And the only sign I saw of North Dakota’s disastrous oil shale industry collapse was in Williston, a boomtown just a couple of years ago. Then the bottom fell out on oil prices and the boom went bust. I saw acres of rusting oil drilling hardware sitting behind the forlorn warehouses of oil field outfitters. It turns out not everybody likes lower oil and gas prices.
But I had fun on the so-called Enchanted Highway. Driving along on I-94 I saw an amazing metal sculpture of geese in flight at Exit 72. Of course I got off the freeway to check it out. And it turned out to be just the first of 16 such oversized works of scrap metal art.
Every couple of miles for more than 32 miles on this Enchanted Highway is one outrageously large sculpture after another. All of them portray things which have been important to North Dakota history. Here a flock of wild geese. There two deer—their tails up to 40 feel off the ground—leaping a fence. Next a grasshopper the size of a small house. Then some prairie chickens. And so on.
No, they are not world class sculptures. But they more than make up for it with their audacity. I enjoyed my detour past them.
Half an hour later, I was in Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
This is the start of the North Dakota Badlands. They are not as “bad” as the South Dakota badlands and, to my eye, they were a lot more appealing.
Theodore Roosevelt fell in love with the place when he was there on a buffalo hunt when he was just 24 years old. After his visit, he had two men build him a cabin and eventually a small ranch. He returned to those badlands again and again.
And we should be glad he did. It gave him the sense of wonder that comes from being in America’s wild places. That, in turn, caused him to be an advocate for our national parks system. As president, he personally added five parks to the list of protected national treasures.
The one that would later bear his name is divided into a north unit and a south unit. I spent all my time in the south unit where I did several hikes into the wind-swept badlands. But it is possible for any visitor to have a great experience just driving the park’s 36-mile scenic loop.
For a taste of the park — and to see me in front of a really big metal grasshopper — watch the short YouTube video (below) I have made for you.
I am pretty sure it will make you add a trip to North Dakota to your bucket list.
Jim Busek is a free-lance writer who lives in Norwalk. He can be reached via e-mail at jimbusek@hotmail.com.

JIM BUSEK: Enchantment and Badlands In North Dakota


North Dakota is a state I have never visited, so I was excited to go there for Adventure #34 in my quest to do 50 Adventures in 50 States before next spring.
By contrast,


Pets, families and children of all ages are welcome to join in the parade, which begins at 11 a.m. on Oct. 22. Lineup for the parade starts at 10:45.
Check-in is at 10 a.m. on Main Street, and judging will begin at 10:30 a.m. — taking place in front of Main Street School.
No pre-registration is necessary to compete for prizes. Anyone who wishes to enter should check in the day of the event, from 10 to 10:30 a.m.
Prizes will be awarded to those who show up with the best costume for them and their pet. Categories include age group categories for boys and girls. This category is divided by two years and younger, three to five years, six to eight years, eight to 10 years and 11 to 13 years.
The best overall boy and girl with pets will be chosen as 2016 king and queen.
There will also be a prize awarded to the best costumed family at the parade.
Anyone questions can be directed to recreation director Niki Cross at 419-663-6775 ext. 1026, or by e-mailing ncross@norwalkrec.com.

Parks and Rec plans annual Pet & Pup Parade


The Norwalk Parks and Recreation department will be holding its annual Pet & Pup Parade in collaboration with Jaycees’ Imagine Harvest event.


This year, Southern California has the No. 2 home on the market at $150 million with 38,000 square feet that was built on the site of Barbara Streisand's former estate in Holmby Hills. In third place is Palazzo di Amore on 25 acres in Beverly Hills with 12 bedrooms and 23 baths at $149 million. An 11-acre estate in the Hamptons comes in at #4 for $140 million. In 2016, Florida again claims the top for-sale spot with the Gemini Estate near Palm Beach at $195 million.
Designed by architect Marion Sims Wyeth and built in the 1940s for the Lambert pharmaceutical family (“Listerine kills germs that cause bad breath”), the Gemini estate was eventually sold to high-society couple Loel and Gloria Guinness as a winter retreat. It was purchased by the current owners, the Ziff publishing family, in the 1980s and underwent a four-year expansion and reconstruction that was completed in 2003.
Sited on almost 16 acres on a barrier island in Manalapan with over 1,500 varieties of tropical trees and plants acting as a nature preserve and privacy hedge from coastal highway traffic, the estate stretches from its 1,200 feet of Atlantic Ocean beachfront to 1,300 feet on the Intracoastal Waterway. The coral-clad main residence with over 62,000 square feet includes 12 bedrooms, 12 baths, two libraries, golf trophy room, kitchen with hand-painted tiles and three dishwashers. Also, a seven-bedroom home named Mango House, a manager’s house with four apartments and two four-bedroom beach cottages with private quarters for extended family and friends.
Grounds are thoughtfully planned with both activity and relaxation in mind. A sports complex offers a half basketball court, tennis court, practice golf course with two greens, a swimming pool surrounded by cultivated jungle, treehouse and butterfly garden, miniature golf course, a wide deserted beach and a boat dock with ocean access. A tunnel with its own living room and fireplace runs under South Ocean Boulevard to connect the mansion with the estate's guest house and boat dock on the Intracoastal Waterway. Overall, the property totals almost 85,000 square feet of living space with 33 bedrooms and 47 baths. The walled compound can be self-sufficient with two generators, gas pumps and propane tanks.
America’s most expensive home is listed by Joseph Liguori of Premier Estate Properties in Boca Raton, Florida at $195 million.
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“Ghirardelli Chocolate Mansion”
In the hills towering above San Francisco Bay to the west is the city of Piedmont, California, which was home to the Santa Barbara Ghirardelli family heirs - the famous chocolate people.
The home has an unusual twist in that it was built by the Milwain Brothers, architects for the Ghirardelli Family, in the early 1900s in the Mission Revival style which was popular at the time, but soon fell out of favor. According to historian Gail Lombardi, Ghirardelli heirs and owners Thomas and Ellen Cushing took out a building permit for the house in 1911 to restyle the facade into the more popular Colonial Revival style. While reconstruction was underway, the family moved around the corner returning to their updated home in 1912.
Now for sale, the 6,479-square-foot mansion has seven bedrooms and six baths, a third-floor apartment and a guest house above the two-car garage. Notable are original hardwood floors, coffered ceilings with built-ins and woodwork displaying artful old-world craftsmanship. Rooms are spacious and large windows throughout allow for sunshine-filled rooms and garden views from each. Palatial in its interior, formal gardens, outdoor kitchen, terraces and rose gardens carpet the grounds.
The Ghirardelli Chocolates home is priced at $4.98 million. The listing agent is Debbi DiMaggio of DiMaggio & Betta Real Estate in Piedmont, Calif.
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“Italian Castle Auction”
The medieval Castel Valer will soon go to a new owner and pass out of the hands of the family of Count Spaur zu Flavon und Valer, whose ancestors have owned it since the fourteenth century. Restored over the last 20 years and now in pristine condition, the castle is being offered in a no-reserve auction on September 8th. Concierge Auctions in New York City is managing the auction.
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America’s elite homes get more elaborate and expensive every year. The mansion that was at the top of the price list in 2015 near Fort Lauderdale, Fla. at $159 million came with


Two of the area’s traditionally stronger programs met in the volleyball season opener Tuesday as Norwalk visited Edison.
The matchup on paper offered two teams coming off league titles and district runner-up seasons in 2015. But the result wasn’t a slugfest of any sorts, as Norwalk cruised to a dominating sweep, 25-9, 25-20, 25-15.
“It’s always hard to have a long preseason, which we did,” Norwalk coach Angie Kalizewski said. “It’s always very nice to have them come out and play this way. You start to struggle at the end of your preseason sometimes when it’s that long, just because they’re tired and and done playing and seeing each other for that long.
“So it’s nice for them to get out here and see new faces in different color jerseys and having the guys here behind them in the student section,” she added. “Huge start for us — just a really good tone to set to start the season.”
The only time Norwalk (1-0) was challenged during the three sets came in Game 2, as Edison jumped out to a 15-10 lead. Norwalk eventually tied it up at 19, and a kill from Sara Staley followed by an ace by Ally Douglas gave it a 21-19 lead.
A kill by Cara MacFarland and another ace from Douglas made it 23-19, and moments later Norwalk closed the door in a 25-20 win to go up 2-0.
“You don’t want that to happen, but it doesn’t hurt ever — especially early in the season,” Kalizewski said of the mid-game deficit. “You get to learn and see what they are going to do. They really did a nice job controlling their emotions and making sure they came together to get the job done.”
Looking for the sweep, Norwalk left no doubt in Game 3, racing out to an 8-2 lead that eventually grew to 21-10, and the 25-15 win to cap the sweep was just a formality by then.
“We got some young blockers up front, and it’s probably harder to start against a team like that because they run everything fast,” Edison coach Sean Hoover said of facing Norwalk. “We still have blockers learning how to read and get to things, and Norwalk will run things and find seams against good blocking teams, anyway.
“It was a good test, because I don’t know if we’ll see a team that runs an offense that fast that often all year long,” he added. “There’s not a lot of experience up front with three sophomores along the front row together, so it’s a learning experience. I knew coming in there was a definite learning curve with the speed of the varsity game. The girls are working hard, but it’s part of the process.”
In Game 1, the Chargers (0-1) jumped out to a brief 3-1 lead before Norwalk broke loose to the tune 24 of the next 30 points to win going away, 25-9. Freshman hitter Claire Kelley was an early spark with a pair of kills and a block.
Norwalk had just one senior on last year’s 19-7 team that will carry a 56-match winning streak in Northern Ohio League play into next Tuesday’s match vs. Shelby.
“We came out with a purpose tonight and showed what they really want to do this year, and that’s good,” Kalizewski said. “Not only for them, but for me. Because sometimes as a coach you need to see that. I’m very pleased, and proud of my seniors and how they led their team.”
Leading Norwalk at the net Tuesday night was MacFarland, who finished 19-of-20 hitting with eight kills. Kelley added seven kills (18 for 18) and Staley added six kills.
Douglas served 10 points and five aces, while Staley and MacFarland led the defense with 10 digs each. Alaina Kelley was 62-of-62 setting with 23 assists.
For Edison, Kennedy Ames finished with seven kills and 14 digs, while Kelsey Schuster had seven kills, 13 digs and four points. Grace Houser and Kami Neuberger each had nine assists, while Jordyn Mitnik had 13 digs and Olivia Blatnik added seven.
The Chargers travel to Mohawk Saturday for a tai-match against the Warriors and Old Fort. The Stockaders are coached by Hoover’s mother, Nancy, and Mohawk is coached by his brother, Eric.
“We’ve talked about not getting down when things get bad,” Hoover said. “We have tendency to do that, and it’s something that has to change. It’s part of the mentality, because this is a game of momentum. If you worry about something that happened three points ago, it’s hard to change that momentum around.”

Fast-paced Norwalk offense too much for Edison


MILAN — Few saw that coming — including the coach of the winning team.
Two of the area’s traditionally stronger programs met in the


“We’re trying to put a focus on the airport—people coming in, going out,” said Dan LeClair, president of the Friends of the Airport. “That building is in kind of poor shape, and it’s one of the first things that incoming people see.”
Although the airport is controlled by the county, they rely on outside grants and fuel sales for much of their funding according to board member Randy Birchfield.
“Most airports in this state get funding from their community. Because it’s part of their division, part of their county,” LeClair added. “So we’re doing what the county should be doing, taking care of their own building. We have to help out the county, help out the authority and make the place look nice.
“Nancee helped us to apply to the Walmart community grant fund, which they have nationwide, as a nonprofit organization.”
Nancee Seitz is the local Walmart’s community outreach coordinator. LeClair originally contacted Seitz looking for a donation to the Friends of the Airport, which is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, but was advised to apply for the grant fund instead.
After filling out forms regarding the nonprofit’s goals, the Friends of the Huron County Airport were approved. LeClair finally received a check from Walmart on Monday—thanking everyone, Seitz especially, for the opportunity.
“There’s a lot of money that comes in via the airport, via aircraft. We just feel that by improving the airport, we increase potential for economic growth, future economic growth here—bringing more people in,” he said.

Walmart grant goes toward airport paint job


A $500 grant from the Walmart Foundation will allow the Friends of the Huron County Airport to restore one of their hangars, which is badly in need of a paint job.


Hamels allowed a two-out single in the first and then retired the next 19 Indians in a row. He held Cleveland to two hits and no walks and struck out eight in eight innings.
The eight scoreless innings for Hamels is the longest for a Rangers' pitcher since Colby Lewis on Sept. 11, 2015 against the A's. Tony Barnette pitched a scoreless ninth.
Gomez's three-run homer in the second inning gave the Rangers a 3-0 lead. It was Gomez's first at-bat for the Rangers. The Rangers scored five more times in the fifth to lead, 8-0. Texas had four hits in the inning, including a three-run homer by Adrian Beltre. Indians' first baseman Mike Napoli made two errors in the inning. Rougned Odor made it 9-0 with a solo homer in the eighth. The Rangers had eight hits in the game to the Indians' two.
The Tribe fell to 72-54 on the season, but still hold a 4.5-game lead over Detroit.
Cleveland and Texas will be back at it tonight at 8:05 p.m.
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Rangers hand Indians third straight loss


ARLINGTON, Texas — Cole Hamels pitched one of his most dominant games with the Rangers and Carlos Gomez made a big first impression as the Rangers opened a four-game set against


Jacob G. Doyon, 36, of 7804 Main St., Berlin Heights, was driving his 1998 Honda Civic westbound on Ohio 2 at about 4:33 p.m. Sunday.
Doyon’s vehicle hydroplaned on the wet surface near milepost 17, in Huron Township, causing him to lose control, troopers said. The vehicle then travelled off the left side of the roadway, crossed through the grassy median, striking Trooper Dan Battistone’s vehicle in the rear.
Battistone, who is assigned to the Sandusky post, was stationary, facing westbound in a paved emergency turn-around.
Battistone was later transported to Firelands Regional Medical Center in Sandusky, where he was treated and released with minor injuries. The 2015 Dodge Charger he was operating sustained heavy rear-end damage and was towed from the scene by Central Automotive.
Doyon also received minor injuries, but refused medical attention. His vehicle sustained heavy front-end damage and was towed from the scene by Sandusky Towing.
Doyon had a 15-year-old passenger in his car, Damion A. Sands, of Berlin Heights. Sands was not injured during the accident.
All three men were wearing their seatbelts at the time of the crash.
Doyon was found to be under the influence of alcohol and tested .168 percent on a breath test, more than twice the legal limit of .08 percent for drivers in Ohio, troopers said. Doyon was cited with failure to control and DUI child endangerment. He was incarcerated in the Erie County Jail.
The crash remains under investigation, troopers said.

Suspected drunk driver hits Highway Patrol car, injures trooper


HURON TOWNSHIP — The Sandusky Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is currently investigating a two-vehicle injury crash that occurred on Ohio 2 Sunday afternoon.


The remaining four tornadoes touched down in Indiana in Wells, Allen, and Adams counties.
No one was injured in the storms and a preliminary NWS report indicated it would likely take multiple days to complete a survey of the damages.
Between roughly 5:50 and 6:35 p.m. Wednesday, two tornadoes touched down in Defiance County — both classified as EF2, which has wind speeds between 111 to 135 miles per hour.
The first tornado touched down roughly 1½ miles west of the intersection of Road 192 and Road 220 in a wooded area next to a residence, according to the NWS website, and traveled northwest while damaging homes, barns, trees, and crops. Another tornado touched down a short time later northeast of Defiance along Christy Road where it picked up speed and intensity to blow a roof off a business and down transmission lines.
“The tornado tracked further northeast where damage was noted along Flory Road, east of Route 66,” according to the NWS damage assessment. “Damage here consisted of roof damage to a residence and collapse of a storage building to the east of the home. The end of the damage path was located north of the intersection of Carpenter Road and Flory Road where tree branches were broken off.”
Four tornadoes touched down in Van Wert County. The first — classified as an EF1 with peak winds of about 100 mph — touched down between 6:30 and 6:41 p.m. in a corn field just west of a residence on Convoy Heller Road. Reports indicate it then uprooted trees, damaging homes and a barn on U.S. 224. A large pine tree in a cemetery was also knocked down and several small gravestones were moved.
The other three tornadoes — classified as EF0 with peak winds of between 65 and 75 mph — touched down southwest, northwest, and northeast of Van Wert County to damage corn and bean crops.
In Henry County, an EF1 storm with winds of 100 mph touched down between 6:48 and 6:54 p.m. along County Road P and north of U.S. 24. The twister damaged roofs and blew metal storage silos off their foundation.
Law enforcement officials reported seeing another twister touch down briefly in fields three miles southeast of Liberty Center.
Of the four tornadoes in Indiana, the strongest was reported to touch down about 5:30 p.m. in Adams County as an EF3 with winds up to 160 mph traveled more than five miles northeast while “causing extensive structural damage to homes, barns, trees, and crops,” the NWS report shows.
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The National Weather Service in northern Indiana confirmed Friday there were 12 tornadoes from Wednesday’s storms with eight twisters


Justin J. Palumbo, 21, of 152 Sinclair St., earlier pleaded guilty to the Dec. 1 incident. He was on probation through Huron County Common Pleas Court for the underlying conviction of trafficking in hydrocodone.
Huron County Prosecutor Daivia Kasper said it’s obvious Palumbo continues to struggle with addiction and isn’t responsive to any further community control sanctions. Kasper, who recommended an 11-month prison sentence, said the state dismissed a probation violation.
“He already has been through a CBCF in that earlier case,” added the prosecutor, referring a form of prison which focuses on substance abuse treatment and education.
Palumbo successfully completed the four- to six-month program and was released March 30, 2014.
“In fact, he had a relapse while on probation,” Huron County Public Defender David Longo said. “He was foolishly using (meth) to avoid being dope-sick.”
Judge Jim Conway, during Thursday’s sentencing hearing, asked Palumbo why he hadn’t responded well earlier on probation and asked him how a second time would be any different. The defendant said he was being hard-headed and not thinking clearly.
Conway, who wasn’t impressed with Palumbo’s time under supervision, warned him he faces a one-year prison sentence if he violates his three years of intensively supervised probation.
Palumbo was sentenced to 30 days in the Huron County Jail. He also has a 30-day discretionary term hanging over his head and was fined $250. Palumbo also must reimburse the Huron County Sheriff’s Office $105 for drug testing.
“You need to understand you’re going to be on a tighter leash than the usual probation candidate,” Conway told Palumbo.

Meth defendant will be 'tighter leash' on probation