OHIO OFFERS HUNTERS ADDITIONAL WEEKEND FOR DEER-GUN SEASON

Ohio’s deer-gun season returns Saturday and Sunday, December 15-16, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.

Hunters can use a legal shotgun, muzzleloader or handgun to pursue white-tailed deer December 15-16 from a half-hour before sunrise to sunset. The extra weekend days were added in 2006 in response to hunters’ requests for extended weekend hunting hours.

Ohio hunters and birdwatchers are reminded to be aware of one another as they pursue deer and birds on the shared weekend. Hunters need to remember that there may be other people — both hunters and non-hunters — in the woods. Birders are also reminded that hunters are allowed to hunt on private land where they have written permission. Deer hunters are required to wear a hunter orange vest, coat, jacket or coveralls in the field. Birders should consider wearing a hunter orange vest or hat during the deer-gun weekend for their own safety.

Hunters may take only one antlered deer, regardless of zone, hunting method or season. A deer permit is required in addition to a valid Ohio hunting license. Hunters must purchase an additional permit to hunt more than one deer. Hunters harvested 86,964 deer during the traditional deer-gun season, November 26 – December 2.

Ohio is divided into three deer hunting zones. One deer may be harvested in Zone A (six counties) and two deer in Zone B (44 counties). Three deer may be harvested in Zone C (38 counties).

Those hunting in urban units and at Division of Wildlife-authorized controlled hunts will have a six-deer bag limit, and those deer do not count against the hunter’s zone bag limit.

The white-tailed deer is the most popular game animal in Ohio, frequently pursued by generations of hunters. Ohio ranks eighth nationally in annual hunting-related sales and 10th in the number of jobs associated with hunting-related industries. Hunting has an $859 million economic impact in Ohio through the sale of equipment, fuel, food, lodging and more.

More information about Ohio deer hunting can be found in the 2012-2013 Hunting and Trapping Regulations or at wildohio.com. Hunters can also share photos by clicking on the Photo Gallery tab online.

Hunters must still report their deer harvest, but they are no longer required to take their deer to a check station for physical inspection. Hunters have three options to complete the automated game check:

• Online at wildohio.com.

• By telephone at 877-TAG-ITOH (824-4864). This option is only available to people required to have a deer permit to hunt deer.

• At all license agents. A list of these agents can be found at wildohio.com or by calling 800-WILDLIFE (945-3543).

Hunters are encouraged to donate any extra venison to organizations assisting Ohioans in need. ODNR Division of Wildlife is collaborating with Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH) to help pay for the processing of donated venison. Hunters who donate deer are not required to pay the processing cost as long as the deer are taken to a participating processor. To see which counties are involved in this program, go to fhfh.org.

ODNR ensures a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all. Visit the ODNR website at ohiodnr.com.

RUDY KACHMANN, MD, TO SPEAK AT CMH

Rudy Kachmann, MD, will discuss “Reversing Type II Diabetes” on Wednesday, December 19 at 11:00 a.m., in Community Rooms 1 and 2 at Community Memorial Hospital, 208 N. Columbus St., Hicksville, OH.

This lunch and learn educational session is geared towards senior citizens, but anyone is welcome to attend. There is no charge to attend this event, and a complimentary brunch is provided by the hospital. A nurse will also be on hand to take and record blood pressure measurements. Reservations are required and can be made by contacting Lori at 419-542-5560.

For over 40 years, Dr. Rudy Kachmann has been a highly-regarded neurosurgeon. He founded the Kachmann Mind Body Institute with a firm belief that participation in the arts, yoga, meditation, and maintaining a positive attitude are keys to a long and happy life.

Dr. Kachmann observes that the typical approach to medicine today is centered on technology, with x-rays, CAT scans, and MRIs serving as the primary basis for diagnoses that often lead to surgical solutions. Dr. Kachmann believes that the missing element in this technology-focused approach is the failure to account for the incredible power the mind has over a person’s well-being.

“We are dedicated to bringing wellness to the community,” states Dr. Kachmann. “I believe that the vast majority of people who go to a doctor are actually in need of a coach. It is interesting that the Latin origin of the word “doctor” means “teacher,” and that is what we strive to do; teach people how to be healthy.”

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GRAND RE-OPENING OF NEW HAVEN DEPOT

By: Beth Stauffer

The weather outside may have been frightful on December 7, 2012, but inside the grand re-opening of the New Haven Depot, spirits of local residents were bright and jolly.

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held at 5:20 p.m. by the New Haven Area Heritage Association to officially re-open the New Haven Depot to the public. According to Allison Adams, President of the New Haven Area Heritage Association, the group acquired the facility in 1988 and it has been a labor of love driving the association’s members for almost 25 years that led to Friday’s depot opening.

The New Haven Depot was originally built in the late 1880’s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. With this in mind, the Association took extraordinary care in maintaining the building’s original integrity during the restoration process, while adding a few modern upgrades such as ceiling fans, handicap accessible restrooms, lighting, and a heating and cooling system.

The small but mighty Association received a Federal grant that helped pay for 80% of the near $1,000,000 price tag to complete the restoration project and move the building from its original location on ground level to a new foundation a short distance away on the same lot.  The Association had to raise the remaining 20% of funds required to complete the project, and they did this primarily by securing grants from area endowments.

The end result is the newly completed trail head of the New Haven Community Trails.

While future usage of the New Haven Depot is yet to be determined, Mayor Terry McDonald says, “My hope for the Depot is that the New Haven Area Heritage Association and the Parks and Rec department will be able to keep this facility busy throughout the year.”

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5TH ANNUAL K OF C DINNER SUPPORTS FOUNTAIN OF FAITH CLINIC

Over the past 5 years the Knights of Columbus Council 10043 in Hicksville Ohio has helped support the Fountain of Faith Free Clinic which was started by Dr. Wiley, local doctor, and his wife Susan, who is a nurse. The council each year has put on a free will donation dinner to help support the clinic. Over these years the council has raised over $9300 to help people who have low or no income with no insurance. Each dinner has averaged $1860 for just a few hours work. The turnout for help from the K of C council is overwhelming and the Hicksville community is very generous. The council are very grateful to all who help and support this annual charity event. Fellow Knight, Deacon Joe Timbrook, is at the clinic when it is open to help and assist people who are in need of spiritual and physical help. The community is very blessed with great people who contribute and help with this ministry.

LEARN CROCK POT COOKING FROM THE EXPERTS

Making the best from what you can get with Junction Bible Christian Church ladies. Learn crock pot cooking from the experts. It’s fast, it’s easy, it’s fun, it’s nutritious, it tastes great and the classes are FREE!

Join us for these once a month classes where we present and teach a recipe that is easy to prepare, made with ingredients that you would commonly receive from a Food Pantry or would commonly purchase as part of frugal shopping on a budget.

Crock Pot cooking saves time, money, and makes you look good in the kitchen even if you weren’t in it all day!

Each NEW Student will receive a FREE CROCK POT. Every student will receive the ingredients to complete the crock pot meal at home. Each student will receive a portion from the “mobile food pantry” distribution. As a way to taste and sample, all participants will sit down to a “Family Style” meal that features the current recipe.

The classes will be held at the “Youth” Building on the Paulding County Fairgrounds. They will begin January 5, 2013 and continue for six monthly sessions (first Saturday of every month) at 12:00 p.m.

For more information or to register please call or e-mail us at 419-393-2671 or JunctionBible@copper.net. A maximum of 35 students will be accepted.

This program is made possible by: the Grover Hill Area Ministerial Association; The Ann Sherry Foundation; and the efforts of Junction Bible Christian Church “Your Community Church” 18878 CR 111 (Junction). www.facebook.com/JunctionBible