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Hiram - A few days before Christmas, several local officials were sworn in during a ceremony in Koritansky Hall at Hiram College. Cristine Boyd, Chief of Staff of the College welcomed officials to the campus, thanking those present for their service to the local community. Reverend Dr. Irvin Green, the Rector of the Hiram Christian Church, gave the invocation. “We come here as people of faith,” Dr. Green began, “if not religious, then faith in these individuals and the institutions they serve.” He concluded by asking God’s presence and guidance on them as they work together to serve the local communities.

The ceremony began with a pledge to the flag was led by 97-year-old Robert Miner, a WWII Veteran US Army Air Corps B-29 Bombardier-Navigator. Afterwards, Hiram Village Mayor Lou Bertrand congratulated retiring Village Administrator Robert A. Wood for his 42 years of service to the Village. Ohio Statehouse Representative Sarah LaTourette, Ohio Senator John Eklund, and US Congressman Dave Joyce also commended Mr. Wood for his many years of dedicated service.

Moving on, Congressman Dave Joyce officiated the

swearing in of newly elected officials from Garrettsville, Mantua, and Hiram. From Garrettsville Village, Mayor Rick Patrick and Council members Jeffrey S. Kaiser and Debbie Wordell, and Clerk-Treasurer Nancy Baldwin (in absentia) took an oath of office. For Mantua Village, newly elected Council member Paula Tubalkain and returning Clerk-Treasurer Jenny August were sworn in. On behalf of Hiram Township, Trustee Jack Groselle and Fiscal Officer Diane Rodhe took the oath of office. For Hiram Village, Mayor Lou Bertrand and Council members Paul Spencer and Frank Hemphill were sworn in. “This is where the real work gets done,” remarked Congressman Joyce.

Garrettsville Mayor Rick Patrick shared, “ It’s an honor to have a State Representative, State Senator and US Congressman here, especially during this busy time of year.” Hiram Township Fiscal Officer Diane Rodhe added, “Its nice to be acknowledged.” Tom Wadkins, President of Hiram Village Council commented, “ This is the largest ceremony with the greatest number of dignitaries we’ve seen. It’s great to see so many folks from Northern Portage County gather together, and wonderful to make these local connections,” he stated. “And honoring Bob Wood was truly special,” Wadkins

As the calendar flips to January, many Americans decide to take this opportunity to get fit. As you are sorting through the gym membership specials and healthy recipes, don’t forget an essential part of your body – your mind!

Why should you focus on your mind? Having good mental health allows us to be creative, make the most of opportunities, fight stress, and even helps us stay physically healthy. So how do you go about getting your mind in tip-top shape? Here are some ways.

Get Fit - Body & Mind For The New Year!Submitted by Karyn Hall Exercise. Physical exercise can help reshape your

mind and body at the same time. Exercise improves mental health by reducing depression, anxiety, and negative moods, while increasing a person’s self-esteem, relieving stress, boosting moods, and helping a person sleep better. “ You don’t need to be a fitness fanatic to enjoy the benefits. Just adding a few minutes of exercise a day can produce results,” said Joel Mowrey, PhD, executive director of the Mental Health & Recovery Board of Portage County. “Take a quick walk during your lunch or break time, jog around the field during your child’s sport practice, enroll in a dance or yoga class, or use a fitness video at home,” he added. “At both work and home, make sure you are taking every opportunity you can to walk or at least stand.”

Relax! Look for a way to unwind and reduce tension. Allow your brain to relax by doing a simple, enjoyable activity such as knitting, coloring, scrapbooking, woodworking, playing an instrument, reading, and gardening. Make a list of activities you enjoy, and carve out 10 minutes each day for doing them.

Practice mindfulness. Mindfulness means to be in the moment, to be aware of your surroundings, and accept your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Don’t dwell on the past or worry about the future. Mindfulness can be achieved through a type of meditation that involves concentration – repeating a phrase or focusing on breathing, while allowing your thoughts to come and go without dwelling on them. You can do this on your own or with the help of a tape. You can even be mindful while walking!

Be careful with social media. Social media, such as Facebook, can be a great method for connecting

family members and friends, but too much time spent on social media can also cause anxiety. It may appear that everyone else you know is living an exciting, glamorous life, however, keep in mind that people typically only post about happy times. Spend your time living your life, not lurking through the virtual world. “Spending time on computers and cell phones is also very isolating and prevents active engagement with others that can be a source of support and fun,” said Dr. Mowrey.

Get plenty of sleep! Handling life’s challenges is more difficult when you are tired. Having low energy can affect your mood and drag you down at work. Realize that sleep is important – the brain and body need time to recharge. The average adult needs between 7.5 – 8 hours of sleep. Establish a night time routine, keep your room cool, comfortable, and dark, and avoid using electronics at bedtime.

Finally, Dr. Mowrey suggests – “Be careful of those New Year resolutions that are easy to make and even easier to forget. Keep your expectations modest and expect relapse as many people set them too high and then give up when they are not met. For example, instead of saying you will lose 10 pounds in a month and exercise every day, focus on trying to exercise 3 to 4 times a week. Also, learn to set limits and say ‘NO’ to people when you already have too much to do.”

For more information on mental health prevention and treatment services, contact the Mental Health & Recovery Board of Portage County at 330-673-1756 or visit www.mental-health-recovery.org.

added. “In dealing with finances, storms, and security issues, he’s been a calm voice for the Village, and it’s good to see him honored.”

Main Photo Caption: (Left to Right) Ohio Statehouse Representative Sarah LaTourette, Ohio Senator John Eklund, US Congressman Dave Joyce, and Hiram Village Mayor Lou Bertrand. Side Photos (Top to Bottom) Officials from Garrettsville, Hiram Twp., Mantua Village and Hiram Village.

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Am. Legion Breakfast Mondays

Legion Aux Post 674 in Windham will serve breakfast on Monday mornings from 7- 11 am$7.00 for full menu; $5.00 for limited; Includes coffee, juice and water. Everyone welcome !

BINGO!Thursdays

St. Michael’s Church at 9736 East Center Street in Windham, OH holds bingo every Thursday in the church hall. We have a Large Running Progressive! Come and play for a chance! You can’t win if you don’t play! Ticket sales begin at 6:00 pm. Games start at 7:00 pm. Please come and support St. Michael’s Church!

Legion Fish FryFridays

Fish fry is back at American Legion Post 674, Windham. Fridays from 4-7:30 pm. Choice of fish, chicken, or shrimp. Pick one or do combo Comes with fries and choice of 2 sides. Price $9.00

Kindergarten RegistrationSchedule Today

The James A. Garfield School District is now taking reservations for Kindergarten registration for children that will turn age 5 before September 30, 2016. Registration will take place on Friday, March 18th, Monday, March 21st, and Tuesday,

March 22nd, 2016. Please call the Elementary School office at 330-527-2184 to schedule an appointment.

Soup SupperJan 8

The Mantua American Legion Soup Supper will be Jan 8th at 6pm at the Mantua Center School. A variety of homemade soups, salads, desserts and a hot dog bar will be available. Cost is $7 for adults and $3 for children. Breakfast Fundraiser

Jan 10Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars Newton Falls Post 3332 Breakfast Fundraiser will be Jan 10th from 8:30-noon at our Banquet Hall; 433 Arlington Rd., Newton Falls. All proceeds to benefit local veterans and veterans programs. Public welcome. The cost is $7.00 per person, children under 4 eat free. We will be serving S c r a m b l e d E g g s , Pancakes, Biscuits & Gravy, Potatoes, Bacon, Sausage and Orange Juice, Coffee & Tea.

Crescent MeetingJan 11

Crescent Chapter No. 7 O.E.S. of Garrettsville will meet on Jan 11th at 6:30pm for a potluck dinner before the 7:30 meeting.

Legion meetingsJan 11 & 14

The Mantua American Legion Auxiliary will be

Jan 11th at 1pm. The Legion will meet Jan 14th at 70pm. Both meetings will be held at the Post Home at Mantua Village Park.

Maplewood CC StorytimeJan 12

2nd Tuesday Storytime at Maplewood Christian Church. Come for stories, crafts, music and movement for children ages 2 - 5 (adults stay for fun, siblings welcome). This event will be held the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 10-11am at 7300 State Route 88 in Ravenna. Email [email protected] or call 330-297-6424 with questions.

Freedom Historical GroupJan 13

The Freedom Historical Group will hold its first meeting of the New Year on Jan 13th at 1pm at the Freedom Community Center (former Methodist Church) on Rt. 700. The Community Center is handicapped accessible with parking close to the building. All are welcome; bring your pictures and family histories to share. A lawyer will be present to answer questions as we consider the official formation of a Freedom Historical Society. If you need a ride, call Judy Thornton at 330-527-7669

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T h e G a r r e t t s v i l l e Curtains up Theatre is proud to announce their production of “John Lennon and Me” which will run January 15th, 16th, 22nd and 23rd at 7pm and January 17th at 2pm in the James A. Garfield, Iva Walker Auditorium. Tickets are available at the door for Adults $10.00, seniors and children under 12, $7.00 and groups of 15 or more $5.00. This engaging production is sponsored by Ryser

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CCATA MeetingJan 16

Columbiana County A n t i q u e T r a c t o r Association, CCATA, will be holding a meeting, Jan. 16 at 1pm. at North Georgetown Fire Hall. There will be a special discussion on changing the tire size in heavier weight classes. Anyone interested in antique tractor pulling is welcome to come. The first pull, for the 2016 season, will be April 23. All pulls are held at Mile Branch Grange, 495 Knox School Road, Alliance, OH. Mile Branch has a nice facility with two pulling tracks, plenty of bleacher seating and a concession stand. For more information call 330-310-5413/330-814-7245, go to our website www.ccata.squarespace.com or facebook CCATA Tractor Pullers. Spaghetti Dinner

Jan 16All you can eat spaghetti dinner will be Jan 16th from 4-6pm at the Western Reserve Masonic Lodge 507, 216 E. Main St. in West Farmington. Dinner includes spaghetti and meatballs, salad, bread, pie, coffee and lemonade. Cost is $7 for adults and $4.50 for children 5-12. Take out available.

PCDL Branches ClosedJan 18

All offices and branch libraries of the Portage County District Library will be closed Jan 18th in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. They will resume regular service hours on Jan 19th.

U.S.W.A. MeetingJan 21

The retires of Local 2243 U.S.W.A. Copperweld Steel Co. S.O.A.R. Chapter 1-28-10, will have their regular meeting on Jan 21st at 1pm at the Windsor house, 235 Champion Ave East.

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benefit Parkman Cub Scout Pack 4076 B.S.A. will be Jan 29th from 4:30-7:30 at the Parkman Community House on Rte. 422 in Parkman. Advance tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for kids age 5-12, tickets at the door are $9 for adults and $6 for kids. Carryout will be available. For presale tickets contact Monique 216-337-2104 or Dan 440-781-7407.

Cook of the Month Jan 28

Well, we made it to another year at the Renaissance

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An informative presentation brought to you by the Geauga County Department on Aging. The presentation will take place at the Chardon Senior Center, located at 12555 Ravenwood Dr. Chardon on Tuesday, January 19, at 11:00AM.

Congressman, Dave Joyce will be presenting “Keeping Seniors Safe from Mail Fraud.” How to Identify the “red flags” and avoid becoming a VICTIM of a Scam.

The event and refreshments are free of charge.Reservations are required for seniors who are

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Dennis “Tiny” DyeWindham, OH

Dennis “Tiny” Dye went to be with the Lord on December 29, 2015 at University Hospital-Portage Medical Center in Ravenna, Ohio surrounded by his brothers and sisters. Dennis grew in Windham. He graduated in 1982 from Maplewood Career Center in Ravenna, Ohio.

Dennis enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, old cars, NASCAR, music and spending time with his family and friends.

Dennis is survived by his son Ben Dye of Kent, brothers David (Kathy) Dye of Windham, John (Becky) Dye of Brimfield, Lenny (Barb) Dye of Texas, and Robert Dye. Sisters Denette Leavengood of Mantua and Kimberly Morton of Niles.

Proceeded in death by Sister Charlene Dye, Brother Kenny Dye, Grandparents Berlin and Mayme Dye.

A Celebration of Life was held Saturday January 2, 2016 at 12:00 noon at Faith Evangelical Free Church on Windham Parkman Rd.

Arrangements are being handled by the Green Family Funeral Home & Crematory Service in Mantua, where his obituary may be viewed at www.greenfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Nelva June GilesFreedom Twp., OH

Nelva June Giles, of Freedom, passed away on December 28, 2015 at the age of 81. She was born on July 13, 1934 to Charles and Ruby Tonkin, in Erbacon, West Virginia. She enjoyed baking for the Holidays. Nelva was an avid quilter. She spent many hours working on puzzles and sewing. Nelva cherished spending time with her beloved grandchildren, family and friends.

Nelva is survived by her children, Janet (Edward) Batchelor of Florida, Lisa (Dave) Riley of Newton Falls, Daniel Greene of Freedom, Tammy Giles of Mantua and Ruby Jane of Ravenna; sisters, Belecia Prater, Elma Jean Murphy; 14 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren; many loving nieces and nephews; family friend, Donnie Carpenter and her pet Chihuahua, Chico.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, William Greene and William Giles; son, David; 5 Brothers and 2 sisters and grandchildren, Ashley and James.

Honoring Nelva’s request, cremation has taken place. Burial will take place in West Virginia at a later date. Online condolences at www.carlsonfuneralhomes.com.

Robert RappNelson Twp., OH

Robert Rapp, 86, of Nelson, passed away surrounded by his loving family on December 23, 2015. He was born on December 25, 1928 in Cleveland, Ohio to Albin and Bertha Rapczynski.

He was a Korean War Army Veteran, a member of the Knights of Columbus and a parishioner and deacon at St. Ambrose Catholic Church. Robert enjoyed his homebound ministry, gardening and traveling. He was a former Boy Scout Troop Leader. Robert was always willing to give his time to his family and community.

Robert was survived by his daughters, Amy (Wayne) Rhine of Lyndhurst and Celia (Frank) Tench of Hiram Rapids; grandchildren, Irene, Matthew and Jeffrey Rhine and Lindsey and Billy Tench.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Theresa (Cantlin) Rapp, his parents and brother, Albin.

Visitation was held on December 28, 2015 and December 29, 2015 at Mallory-DeHaven-Carlson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 8382 Center St., Garrettsville, Ohio. Mass of Christian Burial was held on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 10692 Freedom St., Garrettsville, Ohio. Burial, in Harrington Cemetery in Nelson, Ohio. Online condolences at www.carlsonfunerahomes.com. Memorial contributions may be made in Robert’s name to Crossroads Hospice, 3743 Boettler Oaks Dr., Suite E, Green, Ohio 44685.

Alma Lee (Hinson) Biggerstaff FarmerTroy Twp., OH

Alma Lee (Hinson) Biggerstaff Farmer, 79 of Troy Township, Ohio passed away Monday, December 21, 2015 at University Case Western Hospital from injuries due to an automobile accident, recently. She was born on April 17, 1936 in New London, NC, daughter of the late Jacob Hinson and Ethel (Russell) Hinson Ball. Alma moved to this area in July 2015, coming from South Carolina. She retired 30 years ago after working for the Higbee Dept. Store and Heinen’s. She was a member of Manning United Methodist Church in SC and the First United Methodist Church in Middlefield. Her hobbies included reading, crafts, and cooking.

She will be missed by her friends and family; two sons, Ray (Jean) Biggerstaff of NC and Rob (Justine) Biggerstaff of GA; her daughter Ann (Frank) Szasz of Middlefield; her grandchildren, Randy Szasz, Ricky Szasz, Tim Biggerstaff, Heather Biggerstaff, Denny Biggerstaff, Jason Gordon, and Samantha Gordon; three great grandchildren; and her dog Danny. She is preceded in death by her parents; her first husband Alton Biggerstaff; her 2nd husband Ed Farmer; her infant son Frank Biggerstaff; and two brothers, Archie and Kenneth Hinson. Her dog, Angel who was in the accident with her, also preceded her in death.

Her Memorial Service will be 1:00 PM Sunday, April 17, 2016 at the First United Methodist Church in Middlefield. Russell-Sly Family Funeral Home in Middlefield assisted family with arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.russellslyfh.com.

Book Discussion Club Meeting at the Garrettsville Library

The Book Discussion Club of the Garrettsville Li-

brary, a branch of the Portage County District Library, will meet on Tuesday January 19 in the library meeting room from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. The month’s selection is The River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt’s Darkest Journey by Candice Millard. At the request of the Bra-zilian government, the Roosevelt - Rondon Scientific Expedition explored an unmapped dangerous tributary of the Amazon River. Roosevelt’s son, Kermit, and Ameri-can naturalist George Cherrie accompanied Roosevelt and famous Brazilian explorer Cândido Rondon on the dangerous journey.

Library patrons may sign up for the Book Discussion Club at the reference desk, where copies of the book are available. The Garrettsville Library, located at 10482 South Street in Garrettsville is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm; Friday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm; Saturday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm; and closed Thursday and Sunday. For additional information about library programs and services, please visit the Portage County District Library online at www.portagelibrary.org.

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To highlight available resources that address patron-identified issues, GCPL is launching its 2016 campaign: “Problem? Solved.” Each month, the library will share one specific problem identified by patrons, and offer resources to help people research potential solutions. The campaign kicks off in January 2016, with the first problem focusing on avoiding germs during a time when many people get sick.

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The Crestwood 4 C’s Emergency Food Cupboard would like to thank the entire Crestwood community for their continued support of our cupboard. Without your generosity, the 4 C’s would not be able to accomplish its mission, feeding those who are less fortunate.

The support of the churches, service organizations, Crestwood Schools, Scouts, community organizations, and individuals, is so much appreciated. You make our cupboard what it is. Your caring is never taken for granted.

Also, we want to thank our volunteers, whose dedication, hard work, and compassion, facilitate the distribution of the donated food.

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Dear eDitor With the help and support of Newton Falls Schools,

the NF Community Backpack Program has now packed and distributed 360 bags of food and 360 new and used books to area children. We would like to thank all area donors and, specifically, the following contributors to our program.

For permitting donor boxes for food, we thank Healthy Treasures, Associated School Employees Credit Union, Newton Falls United Methodist Church, and Big D’s Newton Grill on Milton Boulevard.

For their help in cleaning, packing, and delivering bags

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NewtoN Falls - We would like to express our gratitude to all of the people who participated in our canned food drive during the month of December. Many of our patients, along with local residents brought in cans and boxed items to help those in need during this Christmas season. All of the items were donated locally to the Church Mouse. Over 600 items were collected. For each item donated, a ticket was given to put in a drawing for an I Pad Mini. The winner was Heidi Zimmerman!

Dental Associates of Newton Falls Food Drive (some of these donate their time weekly), we thank NF

Kiwanis Club members, NFHS Student Council, NFHS National Honor Society, Girl Scout Troop 80239 and leader Pat Leach, and volunteers Ron Benson, Elizabeth Boone, Lori Babbey, Middle School cafeteria ladies, and nurse Rhonda Knoske.

For financial support, we thank the NF Ministerial Association for its Thanksgiving Service collection, NF United Methodist Church, NFHS Class of 1970’s Michael Uhlin, Bea Lamport, Messiah Lutheran Church Women, Don & Carol Baker, Edd Read, First Christian Church, NF Kiwanis Club, Baptist Women’s Mission, Garrettsville Save a Lot, Newton Falls IGA, David and Pauline Walton, and Village Quality Solutions of North Jackson.

For contributing food and cleaning/packing supplies, we thank Bob Wujcik, Sue Page, NF IGA, Spicko’s Shop ‘n Save, Dr. Kelly Johnston and NF Animal Hospital, NF United Methodist Church’s Christmas groceries-in-bags collection, Ray Cowie, Keebler and Kelloggs Companies, and Nickles Bakery.

We thank NF United Methodist Church members for donating new books, and NF Public Library, Friends of the Library, and teachers for donating used books.

With your help and support, our food funds should last through February. The program plans to continue through the second week of May.

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NewtoN Falls - The Kiwanis Club of Newton Falls welcomed new members Pat Wetzel and Richard & Trudy Houk. We are also happy for their participation at our Halloween Cakewalk. We thank Richard and Trudy for sharing their Santa hat and antlers at our bell-ringing for the Church Mouse/Salvation Army.

Three Kiwanis members attended, bid on, and won prizes at Key Club’s Quarter Auction at the high school to benefit local children with Christmas toys.

The club welcomed Santa Rick and Marine Mike, who spoke about their toys project. The club voted to donate funds for toys and also funds for the weekend food-in-backpacks program at the school.

You may have seen Kiwanis members December 18 at Shop ’n Save. They shared lots of holiday joy and were thankful for your contributions to our local Church Mouse.

Several club members attended a Christmas breakfast in Niles for service organizations. We also held our monthly bingo on December 29 at Laurie Ann Nursing Home (6:45 p.m.) and Allan Dell Assisted Living (6:30 p.m.).

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The Nelson Garrettsville Community Cupboard would like to congratulate JAG stu-dents, faculty and staff for their very successful 2015 holiday food drive! Everyone really went above and beyond collecting food and funds to help our community. We are so grateful to Sen᷈ora Bell at the high school, Ms. Shafer at the middle school and Mr. Rado at the elementary school for organizing and leading the food drives.

The faculty and staff put a lot of hard work into this event, not only collecting goods, but also ensuring that the students understood the need and how vital the food drive is to our community. The annual Turkey Trot held at the high school was a blast! The students exceeded their goal for food collected as well as doubling the funds donated last year. Special thanks go to the teachers, staff and Mr. Lysiak who agreed to take a pie in the face as incentive for the students - everyone was such a great sport!

Our community is so fortunate to have a school district that places such high importance on thoughtful service to others. Everyone, from the superintendent’s office, to the faculty and staff sets a great example for our

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• New Moon – Jan 10th • Full moon (Wolf Moon or Old Moon) – Jan. 24th • Bundle up and get outside during the first week of January to see the Quadrantids meteor shower peak.• Look for Venus and Mars in the western night sky. Jupiter in the Eastern night sky. • Days are getting longer – spring is on the way• Look for Orion now bigger and brighter than ever. • Crows in large flocks. Look for large flocks of Robins eating crab apples and other berries. • Snow – look for tracks in the snow: bobcat, rabbits, squirrels, deer, fox, mink, and weasels.• Mating season begins for squirrels – look for them to start chasing each other and other behavioral changes• Look for Rough Legged hawks and Northern Harriers in open fields of Portage County. • Listen in the night for the Hoo Hoo Hoo of the Great Horned owl. Romance is in the air. Eggs will be laid next month. • Woods are quiet. Look for butterflies (Mourning Cloaks and Angle Wings) overwintering under the peeling bark of trees. Look but don’t touch, please. • Look for the three different Golden Rod Galls, two on the stem, (one round and one oval) and one at the top called the Golden Rod bunch gall. • Look for Jelly fungus on rotting logs – don’t eat it! • During warm periods, the two types of mole salamanders and wood frogs may move into vernal pools in the forest. • Male deer begin to “shed” their antlers. Maybe you will be lucky enough to find one.

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maNtua - The next meeting of the Crestwood School Board will be held on Tuesday, January 12th in the High School library. This meeting will begin at 6:30 pm. The dates of the 2016-2017 school calendar will be decided at this meeting, and the community is encouraged to at-tend. The proposed dates, provided at December’s Board meeting, are as follows: Teachers would be scheduled to return to school on Friday, August 12, 2016. It is proposed that students would return to school on Tuesday, August 16, 2016.

It was noted that the Portage County Fair will take place from August 23 - 28, and the proposed calendar suggests a professional development day on August 26, 2016, where teachers would attend school, but students would not. The final day of the school year for students is proposed on May 25, 2017. As occurred in August of 2015, students participating in the Portage County Fair would be given excused absences for days missed provided they submit proper documentation.

One of the goals of beginning the school year earlier is to end the first semester prior to Winter Break. In ad-dition, the early end to the school year would limit down time after mandatory assessments in May. Superintendent David Toth shared that given the new testing dates, “It is advantageous to give students more instruction prior to testing.” He went on to explain that the Board compared the number of student absences during the Fair week in 2015 to the number of absences during a similar length of time in October and November, finding the number of student absences to be similar in number.

Several parents in attendance at December’s Board meeting voiced their concerns with the earlier start to the school year. One parent remarked that by comparing student absences during the cold and flu season of October through November does not provide an accurate compari-son to days missed in August. One parent commented that as Crestwood Schools have the third largest amount of 4H participants in the county; as such, she felt it was disrespectful of the Board to fail to consider a schedule that would accommodate those families. Another parent spoke, noting a wish that the calendar would be more consolidated, with professional development dates used more judiciously, so that the flow of learning wouldn’t be hindered by so many three- and four-day weeks.

The issue will be determined on Tuesday, January 12th.

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As you, no doubt recognized, the above aphorism attributed to Jean-Baptist Alphonse Karr, means “the more things change, the more they remain the same.” (You might also be aware that albums by the groups Cinderella, Machine Head and Bon Jovi used the phrase, either as album or song title)

And you thought that I was just another pretty face!

New year, same old crazies, in my book. For instance :

The Plain Dealer featured a article from the New York Times recently about new words/terms in the world of foodies—or as the official agency for Canadian French has labeled them, cuisinomanes. The very first one was an import from Japan, “cat café”. It seems that there are high-end apartments which do not allow pets, so there are poor deprived individuals who seek interaction with felines in the coffee bar outfitted with free-roaming cats. There’s apparently one in New York too, opened in 2014. No word on how that’s going. If it becomes a craze here, I could make a fortune! Not sure how co-operative bobbed-tail cat Bob would be, nor his partner-in-crime, Fuego; the recluse, old-maid-aunt in the basement, Spooky, is definitely not going to be a feature player. Both upstairs cats have been making more appearances lately when company comes so they have star possibilities. The porch kitties—we have a new guy, a grey tiger, who looks like the feline equivalent of an NFL linebacker, and the occasional-mamma calico—may have to be recruited as part of the floor show; the calico would do just about anything to gain entrance and become an “inside kitty”. So far, I’ve been able to forestall that. The big bruiser has no such aspirations. Fuego freaks out whenever Mr. NFL shows up outside on the porches or the back step, he cusses and howls something fierce (often in the middle of the night) but when the door is opened for him to take on the intruder, you can almost hear him mutter, “Oh never mind. I’ll get him later,” as he heads off to the couch...with his tail about three sizes larger and the hair along his spine standing straight up. The whole confrontation might make a great floor show if we ever do the cat café thing.

Now “cookie butter” I have tried. It’s just about what you would expect—pulverized cookies(originally spice cookies from the Netherlands, speculoos) mixed with something soft and spreadable(think butter, peanut butter, condensed milk, for example). It’s not bad on crackers and apparently, there are recipes in the U.S. for making homemade versions with Oreos or Thin Mints or graham crackers. Don’t pitch your chocolate chips just yet.

“Piecaken” sounds interesting but the description sounds like a lot more work than I want to go to for dessert...at least as long as there’s still a hot fudge sundae left in the world. Ever since the “turducken” (a turkey stuffed with a duck, stuffed with a chicken) hit the internet, the “piecaken” was sure to follow, in some form. The finished product involves three 9-inch pies baked inside three 10-inch cakes then stacked—

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probably with icing. Originally, since the pies were cherry, pumpkin and apple, the confection was called a “cherumple”. Stay tune for the “pielogen” (with chocolate butter cream). All of this stuffing stuff is termed “engastration” by the dude that compiled the list. Just in case you wanted to know.

“Wine o’clock” is one’s personal assessment of the right time of day to begin imbibing. Could catch on.

And let us close this outing into the online Oxford English Dictionary (the revision of the Scrabble Tournament and Club Word List will be coming this spring) with “zarf”. Surely you have been pondering that one. It made the online American Heritage Dictionary this year. It comes from an old Arabic word for an ornamental holder for a cup with no handle and in modern-day parlance is often known as a “cup sleeve” around a paper cup to protect your hands from heat. McDonald’s could have used this one awhile back. It’ll be big on the Scrabble board, for sure.

There are a few more but you get the gist.Meanwhile, give a sympathetic thought to the

poor person who suffers from “gut fermentation syndrome” or “auto brewery syndrome.” These unfortunate individuals suffer from near-constant hangover symptoms whenever they consume either sugars or starches—any carbohydrates, because their intestinal tracts produce endogenous ethanol (mostly in the small intestine) without their ever having touched an alcoholic beverage. No piecaken for them!

And there’s more!Lake Superior University has just released its

41st annual list of “banned words” in an apparently futile attempt to tidy up the language—never an easy task, we’re still suffering from “like.” But that’s a story for another day.

Happy New Year! Prospero Ano! Gelukkig Nieuwjaar. Bonne Annee et Bonne Sante! Felice Anno Nuovo! Bhliain Nua Sasta! Blwyddyn Newydd Dda! Hau’oli Makahiki Hou!

How’s that for multicultural?And with the new year comes calendars.....Anybody need a calendar?I am on the list of virtually every charity and/

or advocacy group on the planet—haven’t heard from Bulgaria yet but it’s only a matter of time—and pretty close to all of them sent out “free gifts” (If they weren’t free, would they be gifts?), usually address labels or calendars, sometimes cards, a couple of pairs of socks (!), a scarf, one stuffed animal...a pretty miscellaneous assortment. What I have now is a real stack of calendars, with some of the greatest photography anywhere, animals—cats, horses, dogs, etc.-- nature scenes, cartoons; you name it. (I still haven’t talked the JAG Historical Society or the Silver Creek Garden Club into doing a swimsuit edition like Sports Illustrated, but I’ll keep trying. Could be a big seller.)

Anyway, I don’t really have enough wall space to put all of these up. So they’re available by request.

Speaking of calendars, did anyone other than myself notice that the calendar that came out with the Record-Courier, with Portage County townships and communities on the cover, managed to neglect to list the townships of Nelson and Freedom, while including Middlefield, Newton Falls, Lake Milton, Twin Lakes and Diamond. Don’t they have a proofreader over there? Or somebody who knows the county? They’ve done this before, when putting out maps. As the newspaper of record in Portage County, you’d think that somebody would know this stuff? Right? They did manage to include Leap Day in February.

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“I was reading ‘Dead Wake,’ Erik Larson’s book about the Lusitania, and it mentioned that someone on the boat was from Braceville. Can you tell me anything about her?”

A quick internet search told us that Jessie Taft Smith was the Braceville resident in question. She was born into one of Braceville’s original pioneer families in February 1876. In October 1901, she married John Smith (also from a prominent family) at the Methodist Church, and the two moved to Chicago shortly after. John developed an airplane engine that the British Admiralty was interested in. So in 1915, he went to England and Jessie moved back to Braceville. A few months after he’d left, he contacted Jessie, asking her to bring him blueprint plans for one of his engines. We were able to find her passport application (including a photograph) on Ancestry.com. On the application, she gives “to accompany husband (who is there with passport)” as her reason for visiting Great Britain. John paid for her passage on the Lusitania.

The Lusitania began its journey from New York to Great Britain on May 1. On May 7, it was torpedoed by a U-20 submarine in the Irish Channel. Jessie made it into one of the lifeboats and was rescued by a British ship and reunited with her husband. She survived the sinking, but the stress of it took a toll on her, and she suffered a mental breakdown from which she never recovered. Jessie Taft Smith died in 1928 at the age of fifty-two. She is buried in Braceville Cemetery.

We found our online information at http://www.rmslusitania.info/people/saloon/jessie-taft-smith/, http://bit.ly/1NV4dOe, and http://bit.ly/1mssxxy. “The History of Braceville Township Trumbull County Ohio” by Grace R. Sells has a brief section on Jessie Taft Smith. We also have Erik Larson’s “Dead Wake,” the book that inspired the question.

For answers to your questions, visit the Newton Falls Public Library, 204 S. Canal Street, Newton Falls or phone 330-872-1282. For information about all the free library programs or hours, visit our website at www.newtonfalls.org or our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/NewtonFallsLibrary.

Even though January brings in our “winter hours” (Friday and Saturdays from 3pm – 9pm) we are quite busy working behind the scenes at the winery. Besides the usual work in the cellar (checking the wine from harvest, monitoring the juice to make sure it stays at a stable temperature, cleaning up the bottling line to get ready for our next bottling session and completing our yearend inventory) we are also planning for some exciting events at the winery.

One event that I always look forward to each January is our annual Nolan Night with special guest Mark Nolan formerly from WKYC Channel 3 in Cleveland and can be heard today on WMJI 105.7 FM and now seen on WOIO Channel 19 news in the afternoon. This annual benefit for Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital has always been an exciting and fun night to participate in. Over the past 10 years we’ve released 7 new wine labels for Mark Nolan’s Racing Red wine and raised over $10,000 for Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital.

On Saturday, January 16th starting around 7pm Mark Nolan will be joining us at the winery for the annual Nolan Night party benefitting Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital. This year we have decided to bring back all of the old labels and do a release of his past wines. So if you missed a year attending the event now is your chance to collect that special label.

This year we will also host 3rd annual the Nolan 500 Speedway at the festivities. For $5/car you can select a Hot Wheels car to race down the speedway. Your sponsorship will be donated to Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital! The winner will receive a $50 gift certificate for the winery and bragging rights to winning the Nolan 500! This will be a single elimination race however you are more than welcome to purchase as many cars as you would like.

Local favorite musician Joe Fritz will be entertaining everyone as you get a chance to mingle with Mark and reminisce about his years at Channel 3 and his adventures with his race cars. Along with the Speedway, we will be raffling off some great door prizes and have plenty of the new Racing Red wine on sale for you to try!

There is no admission charge for the event, however, we recommend making reservations for groups over 8 people! If you can’t make the party but still want to sponsor a race car please call the winery at 330.527.4118 to purchase your car.

Amanda is the Co-Owner of Candlelight Winery located at 11325 Center Road, Garrettsville. For more information on the winery, please visit www.candlelightwinery.com.

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1. FOR THE YEAR – The S&P 500 was positive on a total return basis during 6 of 12 months in calendar year 2015, gaining just +1.4% for the year. The raw index actually dropped 0.7% during the year and only the impact of reinvested dividends pushed the S&P 500 into positive territory for 2015. The S&P 500 consists of 500 stocks chosen for market size, liquidity and industry group representation. It is a market value weighted index with each stock’s weight in the index proportionate to its market value (source: BTN Research).2. THE LONG-TERM AVERAGE - The S&P 500 stock index has gained an average of +9.7% per year (total return) over the last 50 years (i.e., the years 1966-2015). The stock index has been positive for the last 7 years (i.e., 2009-15) and 12 of the last 13 calendar years. The S&P 500 has up during 39 of the last 50 years, i.e., 78% of the time (source: BTN Research). 3. UP vs. DOWN - The split between “up” and “down” trading days for the S&P 500 over the last 50 years (i.e., 1966-2015) is 53% “up” and 47% “down.” The split during 2015 was 47/53, i.e., more “down” days than “up” days last year (source: BTN Research). 4. INSIDE THE INDEX - 142 of the 500 individual stocks (i.e., 28% of the stocks) in the S&P 500 gained at least +10% in 2015. 73 stocks (i.e., 15% of the stocks) gained at least +20%. 276 stocks (i.e., 55% of the stocks) fi nished the year with a stock price lower than where it started the year (source: BTN Research). 5. BACK-TO-BACK - The top-performing individual stock in the S&P 500 in 2015 (based upon a +134% gain for the year) was ranked # 430 (out of 500 stocks) in 2014 while losing 7%. The 2nd-best performing individual stock in the S&P 500 in 2015 (based upon a +118% gain for the year) was ranked # 473 (out of 500 stocks) in 2014 while losing 22%. The 3rd-best performing individual stock in the S&P 500 in 2015 (based upon a +92% gain for the full year) only joined the S&P 500 stock index on 8/31/15 (source: BTN Research). 6. ONLY ONE DIRECTION TO GO - The top-performing stock in the S&P 500 in 2014 (based upon a +125% gain for the year) was ranked # 206 (out of 500 stocks) in 2015 while gaining just +2% (source: BTN Research). 7. MISSING THE BEST - The total return for the S&P 500 was a gain of +1.4% (total return) in 2015. If you missed the 3 best percentage gain days last year, the +1.4% gain falls to a 7.1% loss (source: BTN Research).

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Over the past 12 months, consumer prices have increased very little. The latest Consumer Price Index (September) shows 0.0% yearly inflation and only 1.9% core yearly inflation. That means no cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security, and very few IRS adjustments to retirement plan contribution limits.1

Roth IRA & traditional IRA contribution limits stay the same for 2016. Those 49 and younger in 2016 can contribute up to $5,500 to their IRAs, while those 50 and older will be able to contribute $6,500.2

401(k), 403(b), 457 & TSP annual contribution limits are also unchanged. Savers will be able to defer up to $18,000 into these plans in 2016 with an additional catch-up contribution of up to $6,000 permitted for those 50 or older.3

SIMPLE IRAs? No COLA for those accounts either. The base contribution limit for a SIMPLE IRA stays at $12,500 next year, the catch-up contribution limit at $3,000.2

The same goes for SEP-IRAs & Solo 401(k)s. Small business owners have a maximum deferral amount of $53,000 for 2016. As for the compensation limit factored into the savings calculation, that limit will remain at $265,000. The compensation threshold for an employee to be included in a SEP plan stays at $600 (i.e., that worker has to receive $600 or more in compensation from your business in 2016).2,3

The phase-out range for Roth IRA contributions has

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2016 Retirement Plan Contribution Limitsbeen adjusted a bit. In 2016, you will be unable to make a Roth IRA contribution if your AGI exceeds $194,000 as a married couple filing jointly, or $132,000 should you be a single filer or head of household. Those figures are $1,000 higher than in 2015. Joint filers with AGI of $184,001-194,000 and singles and heads of household with AGI of $117,001-132,000 will be able to make a partial rather than full Roth IRA contribution next year. If you really want a Roth IRA but your AGI is too high, you can always open a traditional IRA and then convert it to a Roth.2

As for deducting regular IRA contributions, one phase-out range change has been made. The change is slight. If you contribute to a traditional IRA and your employer doesn’t sponsor a retirement plan, yet your spouse contributes to a workplace retirement plan, the AGI phase-out on deductions of traditional IRA contributions strikes when your combined AGI ranges from $184,001-194,000. That is a $1,000 increase from the 2015 phase-out range.2

If you are a single filer or file as a head of household contributing to a traditional IRA and you are also covered by a workplace retirement plan, the AGI phase-out range for you remains at $61,001-71,000. If you file jointly, contribute to a traditional IRA and are also covered by a workplace retirement plan, your AGI phase-out range is the same in 2016 – $98,001-118,000. Above the high end of those phase-out ranges, you can’t claim a deduction for traditional IRA contributions.2

If you are married, filing separately and covered by a workplace retirement plan, the phase-out range on deductions of traditional IRA contributions is $0-$10,000 (this never gets a COLA).2

AGI limits for the Saver’s Credit will rise slightly. Americans saving for retirement on modest incomes will be eligible for the credit next year if their AGI falls underneath certain thresholds: single filers and marrieds filing separately, adjusted gross income of $30,750 or less; heads of household, AGI of $46,125 or less; joint filers, $61,500 or less.2

ESOP dollar amounts are unchanged next year. The dollar amount used to figure out the maximum account balance in an ESOP subject to a 5-year distribution period will still be $1,070,000 in 2016, while the dollar amount used to determine the lengthening of the 5-year distribution period will remain at $210,000.3

Contribution limits for profit-sharing plans rise as per limits for 401(k)s. A participant in such a plan is looking at a 2016 elective deferral limit of $18,000 ($24,000 if she or he is old enough to make catch-up contributions). The yearly compensation limit on such plans stays at $265,000.4

Lastly, maximum yearly benefits for a defined benefit plan will remain at $210,000. The dollar limitation defining key employees within a top-heavy plan again stays at $170,000.3

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Having just celebrated at their annual Christmas party on December 21, 2015, with food galore( the famous cheeseburger soup and wassail, among other things) and the exchange of some extremely white elephant gifts—parfait glasses, soap, chocolates, towels(did they go with the soap?), ice cream dishes, a Goodyear blimp ornament, candies, candles and fudge, casino games, a cheese tray and a table, not to mention the monkey—as well as determining the officer slate for the coming year, the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club got down to business at their first meeting of 2016 at Cal’s II in Sky Plaza, Garrettsville, on Monday, January 4.

Opening the meeting was a report by Delores McCumbers on the touching results of the annual Santa Claus Christmas Gift Delivery. The “right jolly old elf” really did come to some homes not expecting him,; Merry Christmas!

Numerous topics then were the subjects of discussion :An audit committee will be reviewing the treasurer’s

reports. A new secre tary will need to be recruited...along with new members. Mike Dobran will be checking into the possibility of setting up walking times for the public at the high school. This year’s Fit-N-Fun activities will be reviewed, revised and refreshed for the students at the Garfield Elementary School, with the addition of a grant from McDonald’s, through the good offices of the Jeremy I. Collins Foundation, a local 501c-3 organization with interests in promoting heart health in youngsters; a new director for these activities is also being sought. Damon Bahr will be speaking on Math education in February. SummerFest is a-comin’. A local gathering for District 6630 exchange students is in the planning stages, as is the Rotary contribution to the Community Garage Sale and the November Reverse Raffle. The 4-Way Speech Competition and RYLA are on the looming calendar. The Rotary grant money for local Rotary work on the Headwaters Hike and Bike Trail needs to be spent; Christine Craycroft, park director, will be invited to speak about additions that might be most beneficial. Busy, busy, busy.

AND...the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club will turn 90 years old this year, having been chartered on June 11, 1926. It would seem that a celebration is in order. Stay tuned for more information.

The club meets every Monday at noon in Cal’s II, Sky Plaza, Garrettsville. All are invited to come see the many works of Rotary, local and worldwide.

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