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Amnesty offered
In recognition of Child Support Awareness Month, the Wood County Child Support Enforcement Agency is offering amnesty to parents who currently have active driver’s license suspensions for non-payment of child support or arrearages.
To participate in the program, call Wood County CSEA at 1-866-861-0657.
Farmer’s Market set
The Oak Harbor Downtown Committee, in conjunction with the Oak Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce, will hold the first-ever Downtown Oak Harbor Farmer’s Market Saturdays Aug. 20 and Aug. 27 from 8 a.m. to noon. Future market dates will be determined by vendor interest and public participation.
Vendors from every category are invited to sell their produce, poultry products, fresh baked goods, herbs, cut flowers, plants, fruit, cider, handmade crafts, garden décor, antiques, art, music, jewelry and gourmet food items. For more information, call the chamber at 419-898-0479 or visit www.oakharborohio.net.
CFL discounts offered
Residential customers of Pemberville Municipal Electric are receiving discount coupons in the mail that enable them to purchase compact fluorescent lighting (CFLs) at discounted prices.
The promotion is sponsored by Pemberville Municipal Electric and Efficiency Smart, a program designed to help consumers save electrical energy. The coupons can be redeemed for instant discounts – up to 85 percent of the retail price – at local stores that carry General Electric (GE) lighting products.
The coupons provide a discount value of $15 for at least seven CFLs. By replacing seven incandescent lights, consumer could save $260 over the life of the bulbs. The coupons will be accepted at any store that has GE brand CFLs in stock and that accepts manufacturer coupons. A list of stores can be found at www.efficiencysmart.org. The offer expires Sept. 30.
Efficiency Smart provides a guide to help consumers choose the right light for the right location at www.efficiencysmart.org.
Fix-a-bull program
For a limited time, the Lucas County Dog Warden and Humane Ohio are teaming up to offer pit bull owners the chance to get their dog spayed or neutered at a discounted price.
The Dog Warden has secured funding from PetSmart Charities to allow 500 pit bulls and pit mixes to be spayed/neutered at Humane Ohio for $5. The Fix-a-Bull promotion also includes a microchip to help reunite lost dogs and owners.
The promotion kicked off in April and will run for at least a year. To qualify, dogs must live in the city of Toledo and have a current dog license.
Dogs that do not qualify for the Lucas County Dog Warden’s Fix-a-Bull promotion can take advantage of Humane Ohio’s “Primp Your Pit” promotion. Humane Ohio will fix pit bulls and pit mixes for $20 during August. The promotion also includes a coupon for a free grooming and nail trim at Penta Career Center/Small Animal Care. Participation is open to pit bull owners in Ohio or Michigan.
Call Humane Ohio at 419-266-5607 to schedule a spay/neuter appointment or to request one online at www.humaneohio.org (mention Fix-a-Bull or Primp Your Pit). Availability is limited.
Tools for School
The Salvation Army-Port Clinton Service Unit is now accepting applications for the Tools for School program, which assists local families in need with school supplies and book bags.
Applications for the program can be picked up and dropped off through Aug. 31 at the Salvation Army office at The Sutton Center, 1854 E. Perry St., Suite 800, Port Clinton. School supplies will be distributed at the office the week of Aug. 15.
The program is supported by The Ottawa County Community Foundation, The Harry Stensen Memorial Fund and local donations. Anyone interested in supporting the program may send contributions to The Salvation Army-PCSU, 1854 E. Perry St., Suite 800, Port Clinton, OH 43452.
Caregiving seminar
Home Instead Senior Care will host a free informational session on caring for aging parents Aug. 10 at 6 p.m., 205 SE Catawba Rd. Suite H, Port Clinton.
Topics of discussion will include: the difference between companionship care, respite care and home health; parent and child communication issues; sibling communication; community resources and caregiver stress.
RSVP to 877-733-5050
“Green” workshop set
Individuals and business professionals within the landscape, garden center, tree care and turf industries interested in expanding their knowledge about horticulture are invited to the 2011 Northwest Ohio Green Industry Summer Session at Owens Community College Aug. 3.
Presented in conjunction with The Ohio State University Extension/ABE Center, the workshop will be held from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center.
The program will feature various presentations on insects and pesticides, tree and plant care, landscape, and workplace safety topics by industry professionals from The Ohio State University Extension, The Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute, American Safety and Health Management Consultants Inc., PUCO Transportation Department and Owens Community College.
The registration fee is $15 in advance and $25 the day of the event. For more information or to register, call 419-354-9050.
Women’s Connection
All area women are invited to the “Smart Sport Style Show” luncheon and program sponsored by the Toledo East Women’s Connection Aug. 11 at the Bayside Boardwalk, 2759 Seaman St., Oregon.
Doors open at 11:30 a.m. for the noon luncheon buffet and program. Mr. Emblem, of Oregon, will present a style show of sports fashions; Elijah Edwards, of Genoa, will provide special music and Christine Bassett, from Washington, Mich., will share, “She Needed Help.”
The price is $10.50, all inclusive. For reservations, call Dorothy at 419-691-9611 or Marilyn at 419-666-1633.
Holiday Bureau fundraiser
A fundraiser to benefit the Ottawa County Holiday Bureau Allen-Clay-Harris Township Unit will be held Aug. 19 and 20 at Jimmy Bukkets Memory Marina, 2815 N. County Rd. 198, Fremont.
The event will include food, raffles and live music including The Zane Band (6-10 p.m.) Aug. 19; Sakred Grounds (1-4 p.m.) and Big Dead Toe (6-10 p.m.) Aug. 20; and Tom Turner Aug. 21, among others.
For more information, call 419-334-3313 or visit www.jimmybukkets.com.
The Ottawa County Holiday Bureau provides food and toys at Christmastime for local families in need. For more information, call Chairman Kathy Mapes at 419-654-6273.
Indicted
The Ottawa County Grand Jury has returned indictments against the following individuals, according to Prosecuting Attorney Mark Mulligan:
• Joseph P. Griffin, 23, who is currently being held in the Ottawa County Detention Facility, was indicted on felony counts of Grand Theft Motor Vehicle and Receiving Stolen Property, along with misdemeanor counts of Theft and Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle after he allegedly stole a boat from a Danbury Township marina July 10.
• Walter M. Smith, 42, of Toledo, was charged with three counts of Possession of Drugs and one count of Trafficking in Drugs, all felonies of the fourth and fifth degree, after he was reportedly found in possession of cocaine and psilocybin when stopped by officers of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Watercraft earlier this month.
• Gary W. Green, 19, of Helena, was indicted on one count of Domestic Violence, a felony of the fourth degree, after he allegedly caused physical harm to a family or household member in May. The indictment contains a specification that Green had previously been convicted of Domestic Violence.
• Robert L. Cousino, 25, of Oak Harbor, was indicted on two counts of Aggravated Vehicular Assault, both felonies of the fifth degree. The charges are a result of an incident June 5 when Cousino allegedly drove a vehicle into the water in Carroll Township, then left his injured passenger in the vehicle and fled the scene. The indictment alleges Cousino was intoxicated and was operating the vehicle in a reckless manner when the accident occurred.
A summons has been issued for Smith to make his initial appearance in the Ottawa County Court of Common Pleas Aug. 11. Warrants have been issued for all other defendants.
Anniversary committee
A Centennial Committee is being formed to plan a celebration for the village of Walbridge’s 100-year anniversary, which will be March 25, 2013.
The committee, which will be comprised of community members and associated with Walbridge-Fest, Inc., a 501(3) (c), is looking for volunteers to help plan the celebration.
Organizers will hold their first meeting to discuss plans and start fundraising and scheduling Aug. 9 at 7 p.m. in Walbridge Council Chambers.
While the event will focus on current Walbridge citizens, anyone with a history or association with the village is invited to help.
For more information, call Ken Smith, vice president of Walbridge-Fest, at 419-262-1907 or visit www.walbridgecent.com. For more information about the village, visit www.walbridgeohio.org/index.asp?id=5.
Reward offered
The Toledo Fire & Rescue Arson Investigative Unit is asking for citizen help and information regarding multiple fires that have occurred throughout the city.
The department is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to an arrest of individuals involved.
Anyone with information concerning recent fires is asked to call the Toledo Police Investigative Unit at 419-245-3142, the Toledo Fire and Rescue Arson Investigation Unit at 419-245-1131, or the Crime Stopper program at 419-255-1111. Callers may remain anonymous.
Zoo to seek levy
Lucas County voters will be asked to show their support for the Toledo Zoo this fall when the current levy, at .85 mills, goes up for renewal.
The Lucas County Citizens Review Committee recommended the zoo’s levy proposal to the Lucas County Commissioners, who on July 19 unanimously approved the request to add the proposal to the November ballot.
The levy will cost the owner of a home assessed at $100,000 $2.16 per month – a renewal of the current level of support. This is not a new tax.
The operating levy helps pay for day-to-day expenses at the zoo, such as food for the animals, veterinary care, utilities and maintenance.
Even with an approved levy, rising costs will require increased Zoo admission and membership fees next year, according to Executive Director Dr. Anne Baker. “However, in recognition of Lucas County residents’ historic levy support of the Zoo, they will pay lower admission fees than non-Lucas County residents and we will continue to offer free Mondays from 10 a.m. to noon and two free appreciation weekends,” she added.
Couple rescued
Ottawa County Police safely rescued an elderly couple from their vehicle, which had been fully submerged at Fenwick Marina, SR 2, Oak Harbor, on July 21.
At 11:48 a.m., the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office dispatch received a cell phone call from a female indicating that she and her husband were trapped in their vehicle underwater at the marina. Dispatchers were able to obtain enough information on the location where the vehicle entered the water and dispatched officers.
Upon arrival at 12 p.m., Deputy James Hanney observed the vehicle fully submerged, except for a rear corner partially out of the water away from land. He, along with Carroll Township Police Chief Jody Hatfield, entered the water to rescue the victims, who were turned over to emergency medical services for treatment.
“The quick response by these officers to enter the water without regard for their own safety to locate the vehicle and rescue this couple clearly saved lives today,” said Ottawa County Sheriff Robert Bratton. “They are an outstanding example of our county law enforcement professionals.”
The cause of the accident remains under investigation.
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