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At halftime of the Swanton vs Liberty Center boys basketball game, the packed house of the Kevin J. McQuade Gymnasium was treated to several routines from dozens of Little Lady Swanton Bulldog cheerleaders.
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With what may have been their toughest test of the season, the Delta Lady Panthers took their spotless 14-0 record into the Archbold Thunder Dome and held off the always dangerous Lady Blue Streaks 57-48 to run their school record of opening season consecutive wins to an incredible 15.
Archbold entered the contest with an impressive overall record of 12-3 and employed a zone-trapping defense to disrupt the Delta offense. However, in the first half, the Panthers executed precise and timely ball movement to easily overcome the Streaks’ defensive strategy, leading to easy baskets underneath and drawing several fouls in the act of shooting. “We’ve been working on that, just better ball movement,” explained Delta head coach Kelsey Gillen. “At times just kept passing the ball and we were able to pull it together.” Delta outscored Archbold 19-4 in the first quarter and led 30-10 at one point in the second quarter before going into halftime with a 30-16 advantage.
Early in the third quarter, the Streaks mounted a comeback and were able to reduce the deficit to single digits. But the Panthers regrouped with senior Kendall Sprow scoring 8 of her 14 points in the frame, helping to keep Delta’s 14-point lead heading into the fourth quarter. Again, Archbold rallied and pulled with five points before Delta was able to stretch the lead back to nine for the 57-48 NWOAL victory. “You have to give them a lot of credit,” Coach Gillen said of the Lady Blue Streaks and the comeback they made. “They have a great coach and a great team.”
Delta freshman standout Anna Lohman led all players with 21 points but her defense was also a major contributor to the win. With Archbold drawing close late in the fourth quarter, Lohman made a thunderous block of a three-point attempt and the Streak shooters became very gun-shy when being guarded by her. “It felt really good,” said Lohman of the defensive play. “I was watching her warm up and I knew she liked to shoot from there.”
Delta’s stellar 15-0 overall record includes 3-0 in the NWOAL. They will play the Fayette Lady Eagles on Saturday in the “Jungle” at Delta High School. Archbold drops to 12-4 on the season and 2-2 in the league. They will welcome the Springfield Blue Devils into the “Thunder Dome” on Saturday.
Delta Lady Panthers: 19-11-17-10 = 57 Anna Lohman (21), Kendal Sprow (14), Addison Wyse (14), Keagyn Gillen (5), Abby Todd (3)
Archbold Lady Blue Streaks: 4-12-17-15 = 48 Miley Gericke (19), Charlie Forward (11), Klaire Kern (8), Alana Pedraza (6), Makena Thiel (4)
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Photo: Anna Lohman goes up inside for a shot
Mark Butler, Swanton High School Class of 1976, has produced a movie about the experiences of African-American soldiers from Ohio who trained at Camp Delaware during the Civil War. The camp was named after the City of Delaware, Ohio and was located on the east bank of the Olentangy River.
Mr. Butler will be screening the movie at Swanton High School on Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 2:00 – 5:00 pm, as a fundraiser for the Community Arts Network Performing Arts Scholarship that he provides to a Swanton High School graduate.
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Evergreen seniors Trevor Johnson and Michael Laver combined to bowl four games for an average of 200+ pins, leading the Vikings to a 2273-1940 victory over the Wauseon Indians yesterday at the Swanton Sports Center. Included in their series, Johnson rolled a match-high game of 217 and Laver added a 204. Wauseon junior Evan Stevens led the Indians with a two-game series of 391, including a 216 game.
Wauseon Indians: Evan Stevens (175 + 216 = 391), Landon Gleckler (157 + 184 = 341), Irmuun Shijir (141 + 173 = 314), Isaak Hays (127 + 124 = 248), Trey Long (151), Julian Martinez (86), Baker Games (108 + 178 + 123 = 409) Total = 1940
Evergreen Vikings: Trevor Johnson (199 + 217 = 416), Michael Laver 9204 = 186 = 390), Thomas Baker (178), Layne Vance (169), Owen Dohrmann (124), Isaac Hansel (122), Baker Games (196 + 179 + 172 = 547) Total = 2273
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Photo: Trevor Johnson led all bowlers with a two-game series score of 416
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The Swanton American Legion Murbach-Siefert Post #479 is currently holding cornhole tournaments twice a month on Sunday afternoons starting at 2:00 pm. Entry Fee is $5.00 and prizes are awarded to the top three placers.
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In NWOAL bowling action on Friday at the Swanton Sports Center, the Evergreen Vikings defeated the Swanton Bulldogs (2145-1381) and the Tinora Rams took both the girls (1880-1505) and boys (2177-1474) matches from the Delta Panthers.
Evergreen senior Michael Laver rolled a two-game series score of 402 including a match-high game of 232 to lead the Vikings and Caden Beier had a 353. Thomas Baker had a single game 204. Bulldog sophomore Conor Yates bowled a two-game series score of 295 and Jeremia Jordan threw a 270.
Evergreen Vikings: Michael Laver (232 + 170 = 402), Caden Beier (176 + 177 = 353), Thomas Baker (204), Layne Vance (165), Cage Williams (144), Cohen Myers (137), Isaac Hansel (124), Baker Games (160 + 182 + 125 = 467) Total = 2145
Swanton Bulldogs: Conor Yates (149 + 146 = 295), Jeremia Jordan 9150 + 120 = 270), Nick Trumbull (94 + 121 = 215), Devon Bumbera (103 + 99 = 202), Stephen Hartbarger (97 + 81 = 178), Baker Games (73 =+ 88 + 60 = 221) Total = 1381
Delta junior Chloe Cole bowled a two-game series of 313 to lead the Lady Panthers and Serena Shelhart had a 247. Tinora sophomore Jennifer Lichtenwald tossed a two-game series of 355 including a match-high game of 202 for the Lady Rams and Rose Billing had a 344.
Tinora Lady Rams: Rose Billing (161 + 183 = 344), Jennifer Lichtenwald (153 + 202 = 355), Paige Weber (143 + 150 = 293), Aleksia Cook (124 + 123 = 247), Mackenzie Maassel (94 + 889 = 182), Baker Games (146 + 170 + 143 = 459) Total = 1880
Delta Lady Panthers: Chloe Cole (134 + 179 = 313), Serena Shelhart (123 + 124 = 247), Zoe Brauer (107 + 103 = 210), Paige Todd (78 + 124 = 188), Gabberiella Waller (84 + 103 = 187), Baker Games (123 + 123 + 114 = 360) Total = 1505
Delta junior Taven Johnson and senior Konrad Hawkins each rolled a two-game series of 283. Tinora senior Anthony Punches bowled a two-game series of 399 including a 220. Drew Higbea had a 348.
Tinora Rams: Anthony Punches (179 + 220 = 399), Drew Higbea (160 + 188 = 348), Lucas Stein (165 + 176 = 341), Daegon Begin (188), Casen Healy (183), Trace Bucholz (166), Mathew Monfette (145), Baker Games (158 + 124 + 125 = 407) Total = 2177
Delta Panthers: Konrad Hawkins (139 + 144 = 283), Taven Johnson (132 + 151 = 283), Drake Baldwin (146 + 105 = 251), Cody Stricker (137 + 98 = 235), Damian Baldwin (86), Brock Sniegowski (43), Baker Games (103 + 86 + 104 = 293) Total = 1474
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Photo: Delta Panther Taven Johnson
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With just 3:38 remaining in the contest, Wauseon held a tenuous 43-41 lead over visiting Swanton when Bulldog big-man, Charlie Wood, picked up his fifth foul and had to leave the game. The Indians took full advantage by attacking the basket and outscoring the Bulldogs 9-3 the rest of the way to win the NWOAL game 52-44.
Wauseon 6’5” senior Nicholas Stinner scored nine of his second half 20 points in the final frame and led all players with 28 points for the game. Sophomore Riley Riegsecker added 13. Wood’s 14 points topped Swanton and Evan Reinhard scored 10.
It was Wauseon’s first league game of the season putting their record at 1-0 and 5-4 overall. Their next NWOAL game is at Evergreen on Friday, January 17th. Swanton drops to 0-2 in the league and 7-6 for the season. They will welcome in the Ottawa Hills Green Bears on Tuesday, January 14th.
Swanton Bulldogs: 4-14-13-13 = 44 Charlie Wood (14), Evan Reinhard (10), Giovanni Ruiz (8), Brady O’Shea (7), Isaiah Bolyard (5)
Wauseon Indians: 8-11-17-16 = 52 Nicholas Stinner (28), Riley Riegsecker (13), Nathaniel Stinner (4), Carter Gype (4), Seth Richer (20), Ryan Neff (1)
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Photo: Nicholas Stinner lays in two of his game-high 28 points
The Swanton Lions Club lost one of its most cherished members the day after Christmas with the passing of Dick Notestine. No amount of words can define the profound impact on the lives of people who knew Dick or even had a brief encounter or experience with him. He had the rare God-given gift of making people feel welcome and comfortable and accepted only moments after the first “hello” and the smile to go along with it. When you walked away from Dick after your first contact with him you felt you had just made a new friend.
Dick joined the Swanton Lions in 2016 and immediately began to make a difference with his fresh ideas and leadership of several fund-raising committees. When he was made aware of people in need, he would not only bring it to the attention of the Club but also suggest ways the Club could help. Rare was the Lions Club program or event that did not include Dick. He worked diligently through the Lions to serve the Swanton Community and, like most in the organization, never sought a “thank you“ or a pat on the back. It was never his style.
Dick was laid to rest today surrounded by family, friends and many members of the Swanton Lions Club. These were the people who loved him and had their lives enriched and changed forever for having known him. He leaves a hole in the heart of the Swanton Lions that can never be replaced but he will always be remembered.
Obituary: Richard A. “Dick” Notestine, age 88, a cherished father, grandfather, and dedicated public servant, passed away peacefully at his home in Swanton, Thursday evening, December 26, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 8, 1936, in Lindsey, Ohio to Warden and Rachel (Travis) Notestine, Dick led a life marked by commitment to family, dedication to his career, and service to his country.
A graduate of Fremont Ross High School, Dick’s career was distinguished by his military service in the United States Navy from November 16, 1964 to September 19, 1969, where he held the rank of Air Traffic Controller 1st Class Petty Officer and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. He devoted 35 years of his professional life to the Federal Aviation Administration, where he served as an Air Traffic Controller, demonstrating a remarkable commitment to ensuring the safety of countless flights.
Dick loved spending time with family and had several hobbies throughout his life, including traveling across the world with his wife BettyLee. While living in Florida and Tennessee, Dick was often found in his woodworking shop or fishing. His grandkids fondly recall going fishing, tubing, and skiing with him as well as going on day trips to museums and other local attractions.
Dick was known for his vibrant personality and his ability to tell a good story, captivating those around him with tales of his experiences. His sense of humor and engaging nature left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Dick was a proud member and past-president of the Swanton Lions Club, where he contributed to his community and formed lasting friendships. His impact on those around him was significant, as he devoted time to helping others and building a sense of camaraderie in his neighborhood.
He is survived by his beloved daughter, Norene Smith; his son, Richard (Lauren) Notestine; son-in-law Glen Dominique Jr.; stepson, Charles (Libbie) Jester; along with his grandsons, Bryan Heenan, Alec Heenan, Nicholas Dominique; step-grandchildren Jacob Jester and Shannon Jester.
Dick was preceded in death by his beloved wife, BettyLee, his daughter, Tonya Dominique, and his grandson, Brock Joseph Heenan. His memory will forever live on in the hearts of his family and friends, who will remember him with great fondness and respect. Richard A. Notestine’s legacy of family, love, service, and storytelling will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
A special heartfelt thank you to Kind Hearts Hospice for the comfort and care provided to Dick and family during his final weeks here on earth.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Swanton Lions Club, 204 Chestnut St., Swanton, OH 43558.
Photo: Dick accepting a Proclamation from the Village of Swanton Mayor Ann Roth for the Club’s 10-year anniversary with Lloyd Cass and Tom Snyder
Yesterday at noon, the Swanton Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for CareRX, a family-owned and locally operated pharmacy dedicated to providing personalized healthcare services to the community.
CareRX offers a wide range of services, including: ● Prescription Filling: Prompt, accurate service to meet your needs. ● Clinical Consultations: Professional healthcare advice tailored to each patient. ● Immunizations & Vaccinations: Convenient services for individuals and families. ● Wide Insurance Acceptance: Ensuring accessibility and convenience for all patients.
CareRX Contact Information ● Website: http://www.carerxswanton.com ● Phone: (419) 469-6966 ● Address: 14249 Airport Highway, Swanton, OH 43558 (Next to Subway) ● Hours of Operation: ○ Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM ○ Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM ○ Sunday: Closed
Statement from Delray Busch, Executive Director of Swanton Area Chamber of Commerce: “The Swanton Area Chamber of Commerce is honored to celebrate the opening of CareRX. This new addition to our community represents a commitment to exceptional service and personalized care. We encourage everyone to join us in welcoming CareRX to Swanton.”
Statement from Najib Mawad, Owner of CareRX: “We are thrilled to bring CareRX to the Swanton community. Our goal is to provide personalized, high-quality healthcare services that make a difference in the lives of our patients. We look forward to building strong relationships with our neighbors and becoming a trusted healthcare partner in Swanton.”
Photo: Najib Mawad cuts the ribbon to officially open CareRX
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The NWOAL bowling season resumed yesterday after the holiday break at the Swanton Sports Center as the Delta Panthers defeated the Swanton Bulldogs 1789-1466 and Delta Lady Panthers beat the Swanton Lady Bulldogs 1505-1381.
Delta senior Konrad Hawkins bowled a two-game series of 390 including match-high 236 game. Swanton sophomore Conor Yates rolled a two-game series score of 377. Senior Lady Panther Kayleigh Opfer had a two-game series of 271 and sophomore Lady Bulldog Emma Leonard tossed a match-high 318.
Delta Panthers: Konrad Hawkins (154 + 236 = 390), Marcello Miracola (211 + 172 = 383), Cody Stricker (121 + 125 = 246), Drake Baldwin (100), Brock Sniegowski (87), Damian Baldwin (84), Camden Winkler (63), Baker Games (152 + 134 + 150 = 436) Total = 1789
Swanton Bulldogs: Conor Yates (181 + 196 = 377), Jeremia Jordan (100 + 160 = 260), Nick Trumbull (75 + 101 = 176), Devon Bumbera (83 + 88 = 171), Tyler Camp (132), Stephan Hartbarger (49), Baker Games (84 + 117 + 100 = 301) Total = 1466
Delta Lady Panthers: Kayleigh Opfer (122 + 149 = 271), Serena Shelhart (137 + 103 = 240), Chloe Cole (118 + 108 = 226), Kallie Leonard (116), Zoey Brauer (103), Paige Todd (95), Gabberiella Waller (83), Baker Games (97 + 170 + 104 = 371) Total = 1505
Swanton Lady Bulldogs: Emma Leonard (189 + 129 = 318), Ezra Goodman (98 + 106 = 204), Bailey Juhasz (94 + 98 = 192), Lily Gasche (111 + 78 = 189), Ann Urbina (107), Alex Hollis (58), Baker Games (103 + 135 + 75 = 313) Total = 1381
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Photo: Delta top bowlers – Kayleigh Opfer and Konrad Hawkins
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