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Williams had led by 115 votes following the unofficial results on Nov. 6, which did not include provisional ballots. Williams had 4,838 votes according to Monday’s official count, while Story had 4,761 votes. The official vote count was completed on Monday at the Board of Elections office. The remaining races remained the same, with only minimal changes to the vote count. Randy Smith (Republican) defeated Democrat Randy W. Hart Jr. in the race for the commissioner term beginning Jan. 2, 2013. Diane Lynch (Clerk of Courts) and Peggy Yost (Treasurer) were both re-elected to their current positions. Keith Wood defeated incumbent Sheriff Robert Beegle in the race for Meigs County Sheriff. The several proposed tax levies on the ballot — including the Carleton School and Meigs Industries levy and the Meigs County Council on Aging levy — passed. The Council on Aging levy passed by a final vote of 6,305 for, with 3,731 against. The MRDD levy passed by a vote of 6,064 for and 3,926 against. The lone levy to fail was the new 1.5-mill tax levy in Columbia Township. A total 10,439 of the 16,714 registered voters in Meigs County voted in the general election, making voter turnout 62.46 percent. Statewide voter turnout was 67.99 percent. Official Meigs County Election Results Commissioner (term beginning Jan. 2, 2013): Randy W. Hart Jr. (D), 4,509; Randy Smith (R), 5,237. Commissioner (term beginning Jan. 3, 2013): Michael Bartrum (I), 6,746. Sheriff: Robert E. Beegle (R), 3,015; Keith Wood (I), 7,035. Clerk of Courts: Lori Hatfield (I), 1,154; Penny Hysell (I), 1,402; Diane Lynch (R), 4,206; Samantha Sisson Mugrage (I), 2,765. Prosecutor: Patrick Story (I), 4,761; Colleen S. Williams (R), 4,838. Treasurer: Tina Cotterill (I), 2,942; Peggy S. Yost (R), 6,789. Common Pleas Judge: I. Carson Crow (R), 7,436. Coroner: Douglas D. Hunter (R), 7,952. Country Court Judge: Steven L. Story (NP), 7,079. Engineer: Eugene Triplett (R), 7,357. Recorder: Kay Hill (R), 7,354. Local investigation into suspicious death continues Sarah Hawley shawley@heartlandpublications.com Photos by Charlene Hoeflich | Daily Sentinel Melanie Stethem takes both best of show and reserve best of show in artistic arrangements. Holiday flower show a seasonal hit Charlene Hoeflich choeflich@mydailysentinel.com POMEROY — When it comes to talent in arranging flowers and accessorizing them just right for the season, none can do it better than Meigs County Garden Club members. Their creative expressions in holiday arrangements, wreaths and swag, gift wrappings, and still life settings along with numerous horticulture exhibits filled the auditorium of Carleton School over the weekend for the annual Christmas flower show of the Meigs County Garden Clubs. “Christmas Confections” was the theme of the show which included both competitive, as well as non-competitive, classes for adults and children. Judging the exhibit was an accredited judge of the Oho Association of Garden Club. Melanie Stethem took both the best of show and the reserve best of show in artistic arrangements with her entries in the “Orange Slices” a monochromatic, and “Toffee” which included a candle with the plant material. She was also the first place winner in “Bon Bons,” featuring pastels, ‘Peanut Clusters”,” a synergistic, and “Divinity,” with a Madonna. Taking the most creative award was an arrangement by Vanessa Folmer in the “Orange Slices” class which featured painted vine, a balloon tube, with oranges and pepper. Other first place winners in the artistic arrangements category were Shelia Curtis, “Potato Candy,” Peggy Crane, “Chocolate Covered Cherries,” featuring treasured wood. The adult horticulture sweepstakes went to Shelia Curtis and Shirley Hamm, a tie, with Hannah Crane taking the junior horticulture sweepstakes. Will Crane was both the best of show and See SHOW ‌| 5 POMEROY — The investigation into the suspicious death of James W. Gardner, 67, is continuing according to representatives with the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI&I). Ohio BCI&I has taken over as the lead agency in the investigation into the Nov. 11 death of Gardner. The unofficial cause of death was blunt force trauma according to Meigs County Sheriff Robert Beegle. Investigators were searching for the victim’s son, James E. Gardner, just hours after the death. The younger Gardner was wanted for questioning in connection with the case. BCI&I Representatives would not comment as to if the son had been located, only stating that the investigation continues. Reports late last week stated that there had been few leads in locating James E. Gardner. Gardner, 40, was labeled a “person of interest” in the case by Beegle and Prosecutor Colleen Williams in a news release last week. He was last seen driving a 2001 dark blue Dodge Ram 2500, 4x4, with Ohio license plate FNC8396 crossing into West Virginia on the Silver Memorial Bridge at approximately 3 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 11. At the time there was also a red four-wheeler in the back of the truck. James E. Gardner is described as a white male with blond hair and green eyes, being six feet tall and approximately 175 pounds. According to Beegle, there is a warrant for James E. Gardner from Jackson County, Ohio, for the theft of 150 gallons of diesel fuel. Findings of the BCI&I investigation will be reported to the Meigs County Prosecutor when complete according to the agency. Free customer parking available for holiday shopping Sarah Hawley shawley@heartlandpublications.com Top winners in horticulture exhibits were Sheila Curtis, left, and Shirley Hamm. The judge selected Vanessa Folmer’s arrangement in “Orange Slices” for the creativity award. POMEROY — Those coming to Pomeroy for their holiday shopping can expect to find free parking throughout the downtown area. A decision by Pomeroy Village Council during last week’s meeting will allow for the parking meters to be “bagged” for free parking for customers with a few restrictions. Police Chief Mark Proffitt emphasized that the free spaces are to be used by customers only — not residents, employees or store owners. In addition, there will be a two-hour limit on all of the spaces. The free parking will begin over the Thanksgiving holiday and will remain in place until the first of the year. Free parking has been offered for the past several years in the downtown area during the holiday shopping season as a benefit to those customers coming into town. The motion to cover the meters for the holiday season was unanimously passed by council. Members of council also discussed the possibility of Christmas bonuses for employees. The finance committee is to meet and make a recommendation at the next meeting with regard to the bonuses. Options suggested in the meeting included a cash bonus, a paid day off work or the purchasing of hams. Attending the meeting were council members Vic Young, Ruth Spaun, Robert Payne and Dru Reed, Mayor Mary McAngus, clerk Sonya Wolfe, Village Administrator Paul Hellman and Proffitt. Pleasant Valley Hospital tobacco-free policy takes effect Nathan Jeffers njeffers@heartlandpublications.com POINT PLEASANT — In conjunction with the Great American Smokeout Day, Pleasant Valley Hospital (PVH) and all of its respective campuses have implemented their new tobacco-free policy. On Thursday morning, several PVH employees and community members gathered in PVH’s lobby for the enactment of this policy. Tracy Call, director of community relations at PVH, welcomed the crowd and began the presentation. Call then introduced Tom Schauer, CEO of PVH, who addressed the crowd on several aspects of the new policy and the thoughts behind it. Schauer’s speech was as follows: The Great American Smokeout Day is finally here. After six months of planning and preparation, the day has arrived. Nov. 15, 2012, marks a significant day for all of the campuses of Pleasant Valley Hospital. We have become tobacco free. PVH is following the lead of many hospitals in the country to provide the safest environment possible for patients, visitors, and our employees. Our mission statement says that we will provide a culture of safety and quality healthcare. Our vision statement says that PVH will be the first choice for safe and quality healthcare. Finally, our core values list a culture of safety as being one of the keys to why we are here. Few can deny that tobacco products are harmful to the health of the community. The Board of Trustees, medical staff and management are together in expressing the need to make our campuses as free as possible of the health risks of tobacco Nathan Jeffers | Daily Sentinel products. It is our obligation to do Pictured are the employees of PVH and other community so for the health of the people who members who attended the presentation announcing the See POLICY |‌ 5 implementation of the tobacco free policy. �Tuesday, November 20, 2012 www.mydailysentinel.com The Daily Sentinel • Page 2 Community Calendar For The Record Tuesday, Nov. 20 911 Nov. 14 TUPPERS PLAINS — The Eastern Local Board of Edu10:02 a.m., North Second Avenue, lifting assistance; cation will hold its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the Eastern Library Conference Room. The meeting was moved 12:29 p.m., North Second Avenue, lifting assistance; 1:04 p.m., Ohio 143, chest pain; 2:02 p.m., Hysell Run Road, from Wednesday evening due to the holiday. abdominal pain; 3:04 p.m., Ohio 684, anxiety/panic attack; 6:06 p.m., Ohio 124, altered mental status; 9:04 p.m., Dye Wednesday, Nov. 21 Road, overdose. POMEROY — The Meigs County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting at 9 a.m. at the courthouse. The Nov. 15 meeting was moved from Thursday due to the holiday. 6:12 a.m., unknown, chest pain; 10:10 a.m., General Hartinger Parkway, pain general; 12:10 p.m., unknown, abMonday, Nov. 26 dominal pain; 2:36 p.m., unknown, motor vehicle collision; POMEROY — The Meigs County Veterans Service 5:23 p.m., unknown; 5:37 p.m., Pearl Street, assault/fight; Commission will meet at 9 a.m. at the office located at 6:37 p.m., Mulberry Avenue, difficulty breathing. 117 E. Memorial Drive in Pomeroy. Nov. 16 POMEROY — The regular meeting of the Meigs Coun1:26 a.m., Union Avenue, pain general; 6:38 a.m., Ohio ty Library Board will be held at 3:30 p.m. at the Pomeroy 248, fall; 5:07 p.m., Rocksprings Road, altered mental staLibrary. tus; 6:19 p.m., Sand Ridge, fractured body part; 9:11 p.m., Lincoln Heights, difficulty breathing; 10:33 p.m., Old Forest Local Briefs Holiday closings POMEROY — The Meigs County Health Department will be closed Thursday, Nov. 22 and Friday, Nov. 23 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Meth Lab Awareness Training RACINE — Methamphetamine Lab Awareness training will be held from 6-8 p.m., Dec. 4, in the Southern Elementary Cafeteria. The instructor will be Dennis Lowe from Ohio BCI. Anyone interested in helping to stop the drug problem is welcome to attend. Road, fall; 11:31 p.m., West Locust Street, abdominal pain. Nov. 17 1:00 a.m., East Second Street, seizure/convulsions; 2:44 a.m., Coolville Road, seizure/convulsions; 10:03 a.m., Ohio 7, motor vehicle collision; 6:22 p.m., Union Avenue, abdominal pain. Nov. 18 12:02 a.m., Mulberry Avenue, nausea/vomiting; 1:03 a.m., Roccksprings Road, fall; 5:28 p.m., Childrens Home Road, high blood pressure; 2:22 p.m., East Second Street, diabetic emergency; 3:44 p.m., Connolly Drive, difficulty breathing; 3:51 p.m., Pearl Street, difficulty breathing; 4:26 p.m., Dewitts Run Road, seizure/convulsions; 5:28 p.m., Barefoot Hollow Road, ATV accident; 6:03 p.m., East Main Street, chest pain; 9:48 p.m., New Lima Road, high temperature; 10:38 p.m., Ohio 681, chest pain. Nov. 19 2:24 a.m., Ohio 124, difficulty breathing. RACO announces Halloween costume contest winners Christmas Along the River POMEROY — The Pomeroy Merchants Association will host Christmas Along the River open house and parade on Sunday, Nov. 25. The parade will begin at 2 p.m., with lineup at 1 p.m. and Santa immediately following the parade. For information call (740) 591-2260. Keep Your Fork 5k POMEROY — The 11th annual Keep Your Fork 5k road race will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 24 at Meigs High School. Registration will be held from 8:30-9:30 a.m. the morning of the race. Entry forms are also available at any Meigs Local Building, Locker 219, Bob’s Market, Main Street Party Supply and Valley Lumber. For more information contact Mike Kennedy at 992-3058, 992-7552 or 3572723. Riverbend Talent Revue MIDDLEPORT — Riverbend Talent Revue will be held at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 23 at the Riverbend Arts Council, 290 N. Second Street in Middleport. Various acts will be performing, with the community band playing prior to the show. Submitted photos Winners of the Halloween Costume Contest in the 7-12 age group were, first: Jed Grueser, second: Jami Spaun, third: Ciera Writsel. Upward Basketball Registration MIDDLEPORT — Middleport Church of Christ Upward Basketball Registration will be held from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Nov. 24 at the Family Life Center. For more information call the church at 992-2914. Winners of the Halloween Costume Contest age 13 to adult were, first: Angie Eynon, second: Stephanie Pyles, third: Madelyn Wood. Natural Resources Assistance Council Meeting Notice MARIETTA — There will be a meeting of the Natural Resources Assistance Council at Buckeye Hills-Hocking Valley Regional Development District, 1400 Pike Street, Marietta, Ohio, on Wednesday, December 5, at 10 a.m. to rate and rank Round 7 grant applications for funding. Questions regarding this meeting should be directed to Michelle Hyer at Buckeye Hills-Hocking Valley Regional Development District at (740) 376-1025 or mhyer@buckeyehills.org. Church Calendar Gospel Sing MIDDLEPORT — The Davis Street Duo will sing at 6:30 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 25, at the Middleport Church of the Nazarene. 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At the ESPN complex, Christian shot a 285 out of a possible 300 points and trailed first place by just three points. When competing at the national contest in Louisville, Ky. in October, Christian finished sixth which qualified him for the World Tournament. Hemlock Grange wins state contests Rumpke Holiday Schedule WELLSTON — Rumpke waste and recycling collection will not occur on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 22. Service will be delayed one day during the rest of the holiday week. Immunization clinic POMEROY — The Meigs County Health Department will conduct a Childhood and Adolescent Immunization Clinic from 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. on Tuesday at the Meigs County Health Department. Please bring shot record and medical card or commercial insurance if applicable. Children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. A donation is appreciated, but not required. Flu and pneumonia shots will also be available for a fee. For more information contact the Health Department at 992-6626. Area youth places third in archery contest Winners of the Halloween Costume Contest age 0-6 winners were first: Ethan Rose, second: Regan Jones (not pictured), third: Julie Wilson. RACO sponsoered prizes for each of the winners. Ohio Valley Forecast Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 62. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph in the afternoon. Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 39. Calm wind. Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 60. Light north wind. Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 35. Calm wind. Thanksgiving Day: Sunny, with a high near 63. Thursday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 40. Friday: A chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 60. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 33. Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 42. Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 28. Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 44. Sunday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 28. Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 52. POMEROY — Three Hemlock Grange members placed in the Ohio State Grange contest with their handiwork. Second place winner in group quilts was Sara Cullums; fourth place in wooden boxes went to Roy Grueser, and fourth place in wall hanging went to Ann Lambert. Delegates Charles and Nita Yost reported on their experiences at the Ohio State Grange Convention held in Columbus. They assisted in distributing papers pertaining to the resolutions and the budget of the State Grange. Rosalie Story, master, presided at the meeting which opened with the pledge and patriotic music with Ann Lambert at the piano. Adelle White, family activities chairman, recommended everyone to start working on the new contests which are listed in the “Granger” magazine. Roy Grueser, agricultural chairman, reported on the record crop of peanuts this year and noted that peanut butter prices should not increase as was first reported. Members discuss a Christmas project with donations to be accepted at the December meting. Pearl Smith and Bill Radford were reported ill. A ham dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. at the hall in December. Local stocks AEP (NYSE) — 41.45 Akzo (NASDAQ) — 17.51 Ashland Inc. 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Member SIPC. �Tuesday, November 20, 2012 The Daily Sentinel • Page 3 www.mydailysentinel.com Ask Dr. Brothers Meigs library lists Husband is annoying penny-pincher variety of services POMEROY — The scope of services offered by Meigs County libraries was noted by Kristi Eblin, director, when she spoke to the Meigs County Retired Teachers at a recent meeting. Eblin spoke of the variety of reference and research information available to the public. She noted that the library provides a variety of other services including passport photos, notary service, Golden Buckeye card registration,l voter registration, federal and state income tax forms, and has space for community meetings and provides home-bound services. Gay Perrin opened the meting with Becky Zurcher reading poems by Helen Hunt Jackson titled “October’s Bright Blue Weather” and “September.” She gave the prayer before a luncheon. Joan Corder, scholarship chairman, introduced Darci Bissell, recipient of the organizations scholarship. She is a 2010 graduate of Eastern High School and a junior at the University of Rio Grande majoring in early childhood education. She was active in a variety of activities at Eastern High School, was in scouts for 11 years, and has been a member of the Reedsville Church of Christ for many years. During the business meeting officers gave reports, cards were signed for Anna Rice and Martha Vennari who observed her 85 birthday on Oct. 26, and the 107th birthday of Kathleen Scott was noted. Keeping a list of volunteer hours and reading the ORTA Quarterly were encouraged. Members were also asked to take books of school supplies for children and older young people for Christmas gifts at the Meigs Cooperative Parish. Door prizes went to Donna Jenkins, John Riebel, Sr., and Becky Triplett. Next meeting will be Dec. 6 at Trinity Church. Griffin celebrates 95th birthday LONG BOTTOM — Family and friends gathered Sunday, Nov. 18, at the Long Bottom United Methodist to celebrate the 95th birthday of Ernie Griffin. During the morning services Ernie sang, played the guitar and harmonica. He was presented a certificate of recognition for his dedication and faithfulness having only missed three Sundays in the past year as he was out of town on those days. A luncheon followed and those attending were: Errol and Connie Griffin, Joe, Debbie, Mike and Kimberly Null, Pam Webber, Judy, Kenny and Cristy Riggs, Ruby Brewer, Janie Fitch, Melody Hauber, Randy Koehler, Janet Connolly, Dave and Debbie Dailey, Sonny, Mary Ann and Tim Harris, Cindy and Emmalea Durst, Jeff, Valerie, Ethan and Isaac Nottingham, Hayley Gillian, Garrett Chalfant, Robert and Freda Larkins, Warren and Connie Connolly, Jeff, Mary and Shannon Brown, Chip and Gayle Thomas, Larry and Barbara Baker, Ron and Mary Grace Cowdery. Obama makes history with Myanmar, Cambodia visits PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (AP) — On a history-making trip, President Barack Obama on Monday paid the first visit by an American leader to Myanmar and Cambodia, two Asian countries with troubled histories, one on the mend and the other still a cause of concern. Obama’s fast-paced, pre-Thanksgiving trip vividly illustrated the different paths the regional neighbors are taking to overcome legacies of violence, poverty and repression. Cheered by massive flag-waving crowds, Obama offered long-isolated Myanmar a “hand of friendship” as it rapidly embraces democratic reforms. Hours later, he arrived in Cambodia to little fanfare, then pointedly criticized the country’s strongman leader on the issue of human rights during a tense meeting. Obama was an early champion of Myanmar’s sudden transformation to civilian rule following a half-century of military dictatorship. He’s rewarded the country, also known as Burma, with eased economic penalties, increased U.S. investment and now a presidential visit, in part to show other nations the benefits of pursuing similar reforms. “You’re taking a journey that has the potential to inspire so many people,” Obama said during a speech at Myanmar’s University of Yangon. The Cambodians are among those Obama is hoping will be motivated. White House officials said he held up Myanmar, a once-pariah state, as a benchmark during his private meeting Monday evening with Prime Minister Hun Sen, the autocratic Cambodian leader who has held power for nearly 30 years. Hun Sen’s rivals have sometimes ended up in jail or in exile. Unlike the arrangement after Obama’s meetings with Myanmar’s President Thein Sein and democracy leader Aung Sun Suu Kyi, the U.S. and Cambodian leaders did not speak to the press following their one-on-one talks. They did step before cameras briefly before their meeting to greet each other with a brisk handshake and little warmth. In private, U.S. officials said, Obama pressed Hun Sen to release political prisoners, stop land seizures and hold free and fair elections. Aides acknowledged the meeting was tense, with the Cambodian leader defending his practices, even as he professed to seek a deeper relationship with the U.S. Ben Rhodes, Obama’s deputy national security adviser, said the president told Hun Sen that without reforms, Cambodia’s human rights woes would continue to be “an impediment” to that effort. White House officials emphasized that Obama would not have visited Cambodia had it not been hosting two regional summit meetings the U.S. attends, a rare admonishment of a country on its own soil. The Cambodian people appeared to answer Obama’s cold shoulder in kind. Just a few small clusters of curious Cambodians gathered on the streets to watch his motorcade speed though the streets of Phnom Penh. A welcome sign did greet Obama upon his arrival — but it heralded Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao, not the American president. Dear Dr. ily are expected Brothers: to be good I’ve been hapsoldiers, it is pily married likely that much for seven years, of the battle is but my husband about control. drives me nuts. It often doesn’t I thought I could matter what the change him, resources of the but he’s still a family are, only terrible pennythe fact that evpincher. He goes eryone is kept around turning in line. If you off lights and have never been turning down responsible the heat, and so Dr. Joyce Brothers for helping to forth. He makes budget or pay Syndicated me go to one the bills, and if Columnist gas station that your husband is cheapest, and keeps the purse makes me buy everything strings tightened and you on sale. We aren’t rich, but aren’t a participant in the we aren’t in any financial financial decisions of the trouble. I don’t want to live family, things are unlikely to like this! He just ignores me change. when I complain. What in But the bickering can the world can I do? — F.M. take its toll on a marriage, Dear F.M.: Power strug- as well as just making life gles like yours are going on together less pleasant and all over the country in every fulfilling. Ask your husband sort of household. I call it a if you can talk about your fipower struggle because usu- nancial approaches and see ally it’s not just about the if you can let him know in a heat and air conditioning or low-key way how much you the amount of money you dislike fighting with him can save with a coupon. If about fiscal responsibility. one individual sets the rules Consider the idea that he of spending in the house- may feel a heavy burden for hold and the rest of the fam- keeping things on track, and compliment him on being so responsible. Your pennypincher might need some stroking for his efforts and an acknowledgment that you both are in it together, and he can then ease up. *** Dear Dr. Brothers: I went away for a long weekend and asked my pool guy to take care of my five pets. He texted me that everything was fine, but when I got home it was obvious he had never stepped foot into the house. The animals were OK, but I feel so betrayed on a personal level, and I can’t understand how he could starve my beloved pets. I haven’t seen the guy yet, but he has been a trusted helper for years, and I need some advice on what to say and do about this. — E.B. Dear E.B.: This is a serious situation, but it is best to let it cool for a while, as you have, so that your emotions can settle a bit. Try to put the situation into perspective, and plan to speak to the pet sitter calmly and without using a lot of emotionally laden language. For example, rather than talk about how he “starved” your pets, remind him how much you care for them and that you would like to understand his thought process in failing to take care of them. Tell him how disappointed, shocked and hurt you feel, without calling him a liar or a psychopath or any of the things you may be thinking. Be aware that after the shock wears off, you probably will be more angry than hurt, so don’t let your emotions boil over. Remind your pool guy about the trust you have put in him and about your good working relationship in the past, and ask him to explain, rather than lecture or yell at him. This will put the ball in his court and give him an opportunity to apologize without you demanding that he do so. You will know by his response if he is just sorry he was caught, or if he genuinely regrets his choices. If you want to continue hiring him as a service person, ask him for a proposal of what he will do to make this up to you and try to regain your trust. Then think it over. (c) 2012 by King Features Syndicate Obama’s education plan dominated by loose ends WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama’s education agenda for next four years may look less like real reform and more like tying up loose ends, experts say, with practical budget issues and an ageold power struggle between Congress and the administration getting in the way. Campaign-year aspirations for Obama’s second term included closing the educational achievement gap and boosting college graduation rates to the highest in the world. But those lofty goals may have to wait, as lawmakers and Obama tackle a number of gritty funding-related issues that just can’t wait. First up is sequestration, the automatic, government-wide spending cuts set to knock out 8.2 percent of the funding to almost all of the Education Department’s programs — unless Congress acts before the end of the year to avert the cuts. Programs intended to reduce educational inequities will take a hit of $1.3 billion, according to the White House’s Office of Management and Budget. Special education, already funded far below the levels Congress originally promised, will be slashed by more than $1 billion. Most of the reductions won’t take effect until next fall, when the 2013-14 school year starts, but Impact Aid, which helps districts that lose revenue due to local tax-exempt federal property, would be cut immediately. Education advocates are optimistic a plan will be hashed out that will leave most major education programs relatively unscathed. “Even Republicans understand that cutting education spending is not something that is popular with voters,” said Michael Petrilli, a former Education Department official and executive vice president of the Thomas B. Fordham Institute, a conservative education think tank. What comes next is less certain. The Education Department refused to comment on its agenda for the next four years, but Secretary Arne Duncan, who has said he would like to stay on for Obama’s second term, has hinted at the administration’s focus. Petrilli and others closely watching the administration’s signals on education say it’s likely the focus will be on early childhood education and higher ed. Pre-kindergarten was a major focus for Obama in his first term, when he strengthened Head Start’s accountability rules and expanded his Race to the Top program to include pre-K. In Congress, both parties agree that college costs are spiraling out of control, but there’s not much government can do to control that. What it can control is student aid, and the debate about federal loans raises a familiar disagreement about the role of government. In 2010, when Democrats controlled both chambers of Congress, the federal government cut banks out of the process and started administering all loans directly. Many Republicans favor restoring the private sector’s role in issuing federally backed and subsidized loans. Higher ed also comes with a delicate set of ticking time bombs. Student loan interest rates, capped at 3.4 percent for new subsidized Stafford loans, are set to double July 1, the expiration date for a stopgap Congress passed last year. Pell Grants, the main source of federal aid for lowincome students, face the same type of crisis as entitlements like Medicare and Social Security: a cost curve that’s become difficult to contain as more people take part. When it comes to K-12 education, the prospects increase for a tug of war between Obama and Congress. Lawmakers are more than half a decade overdue to reauthorize the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. The Education Department has been copiously granting waivers to No Child Left Behind, the Bushera iteration of the act, giving states flexibility with performance targets. There’s bipartisan agreement in Congress that the law should be fixed and reauthorized. “While the administration’s efforts to grant waivers are helpful for states operating under the tenets of No Child Left Behind, these fixes are temporary and piecemeal,” Sen. Tom Harkin, the Democrat who chairs the Senate committee responsible for education, said in an email. But the Obama administration has shown little desire to put the policy back in lawmakers’ hands. Duncan didn’t mention reauthorization in a lengthy speech in October laying out his agenda. “Waivers are not a pass on accountability, but a smarter, more fo- cused and fair way to hold ourselves accountable,” Duncan said in that speech. Lawmakers are also eager to reclaim control of Race to the Top, the multibillion-dollar grant competition program Obama created in 2009 to prod states into changing laws and raising standards. The administration opened the competition to school districts this year, but with stimulus funds exhausted, the size of the program shrank dramatically. “With Race to the Top, and then these conditional waivers, it is bypassing Congress and the process we’re supposed to have, adding to uncertainty,” Republican Rep. John Kline, the House Education and the Workforce Committee chairman, said in an interview. Lawmakers from both parties may be more timid next term about embracing Common Core, a set of uniform benchmarks for math and reading adopted by almost every state, after the defeat of Tony Bennett, the Indiana schools superintendent whose surprise loss in this month’s election was largely attributed to his support for the curriculum. Teacher assessments are at the heart of another potential flashpoint. Chicago teachers walked off the job for more than a week in September, largely over demands that their evaluations be tied to student test scores. Teachers unions enthusiastically backed Obama’s re-election, but Obama’s Education Department stayed neutral on the strike, and his former chief of staff, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, led the fight against striking teachers. Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers, said there’s a fixation on topdown, testing-based evaluations that marginalize teachers while holding them responsible for the effects of budgetary decisions far beyond their control. “If all those things happen at the same time, then we’ll have the problems we had in Chicago,” Weingarten said. “If we’re serious about working together to help all kids succeed, giving them the coursework and wraparound services and great teachers they deserve, then it will be different.” Better Ohio holiday retail sales expected CINCINNATI (AP) — Economic forecasters say Ohio’s rebounding economy and improved jobs picture mean a brighter holiday sales outlook for the state’s retailers than during the recession. A University of Cincinnati Economics Center forecast released Monday projects a 4.2 percent increase in retail sales for November and December this year, over the same period last year. The study was for the Ohio Council of Retail Merchants. Forecasters say consumer confidence is up while consumer debt is down, and they note that Ohio’s unemployment rate has also fallen from double digits during the Great Recession to below 7 percent. Overall U.S. retail sales have also been in an upward, post-recession trend, the economic forecasters say. “We’re cautiously optimistic,” said Gordon Gough, executive vice president of the retail council. “Consumers, No. 1, have a bit more confidence to spend and are more able to spend.” The holiday shopping period can make up as much as 40 percent of a retailer’s annual revenue. Target Corp. last week expressed optimism about holiday sales, saying consumers are expected to spend more nationally, while remaining focused on value, pricing and promotions. Many households became more frugal amid the uncertainty of the recession, with many people worried about being out of work or about job insecurity. The researchers say possible drags on holiday spending could come from concerns about gas prices and the so-called federal fiscal cliff looming at year’s end if there is no deal in Washington on expiring tax cuts and automatic spending cuts. After many households reduced their debt in recent years, retailers think there is some pent-up demand for electronics and other big-ticket items consumers have been putting off buying. The UC forecasters say surveys indicate popularly desired gifts, too, are cash and gift cards. Shop Locally & Save Locally 2012 Chevy Cruze 1LT - Custom Cloth $15,990 SMITH CHEVROLET BUICK 1911 Eastern Ave 740-446-2282 Gallipolis www.smithsuperstore.com 60372335 �Opinion The Daily Sentinel Page 4 Tuesday, November 20, 2012 Letter to the Editor November is National Home Care and Hospice Month Dear Editor, November is National Home Care and Hospice month, and I would like to take the opportunity to thank our wonderful staff for all their hard work and dedication for patients in our communities. Comfort, Love and Respect, this is the theme for this year’s National Home Care and Hospice month and at Holzer Home Care, Holzer Hospice and Holzer Extra Care, our highly skilled staff provide care for patients with acute and chronic disease management needs in an environment where they are most comfortable, their home. Our workers travel to the client home and assist with ac- tivities of daily living that allow the patient to remain independent at home for as long as possible. They provide this service according to patient need, patient request, and patient preference. This requires flexibility for change and positive attitude to keep the patient need at the forefront of everything they do. There are many times, we witness them doing this at the sac- rifice of personal family time. This is a true testament our staff’s dedication and love for people. In a fast-paced world that seems to have less personal involvement or caring for others; our staff are making a difference in the lives of others in our community. They daily exemplify our celebrated theme of giving love, respect and comfort to patients that they provide care to! We would like to take a moment to recognize them for their work throughout the communities we serve. Thank you, Vicki Nottingham, RN, Director Sharon Shull, MSN and Director of Hospice Holzer Extra Care Holzer Home Care and Hospice Stop the spin on small business Frank Knapp, Jr. As someone who advocates for thousands of small businesses, I know they want fact, not spin. Unfortunately too often we hear inaccuracies and misinformation about how government policies affect small businesses. Ending the Bush-era tax cuts for the richest two percent of Americans is one policy where small business has been caught up in a whirlwind of spin. So how would allowing the two top tax rates to return to their pre-2001 levels affect small business owners, most of whom pay income taxes on their business income through their personal tax returns. Everyone seems to agree that less than three percent of small-business owners with “pass-through” business income (i.e. income from partnerships, S corporations and sole proprietorships) would be affected should these tax cuts end. But supporters of extending the high-income tax cuts then argue that the top tax rates cannot be allowed to return to their pre-Bush levels because, they say, these 3 percent of small businesses employ about half of the workers in small businesses and also account for about half of all pass-through business income. The assumption is then made that changing the tax code for these small-business owners might lead to fewer jobs. None of this is true. The report that leads to this false information appears to be a 2010 Congressional Joint Committee on Taxation (JCT) report. That report estimated that in 2011, there would be about “750,000 taxpayers with net positive business income” who would be in the upper two tax brackets, and these 750,000 taxpayers would account for 50 percent of all pass-through business income reported to the IRS. But the report does not say these 750,000 taxpayers are small-business owners. In fact the report tries very hard to stop this equating of these wealthy taxpayers with small business owners. JCT said, “These figures for net positive business income do not imply that all of the income is from entities that might be considered ‘small.’ ” To emphasize this point, the JCT report says that in 2005 there were 19,520 S corporations and partnerships that reported pass-through business income of over $50 million each! Who are these highincome companies and taxpayers who are misconstrued as small businesses and small-business owners? They’re pass-through entities like Bechtel, the Tribune Company, Ernst & Young and PricewaterhouseCoopers — certainly not small businesses in most Americans’ eyes. Neither are other pass-through revenue recipients such as K Street Lobbyists, hedge fund managers, corporate law practices, accounting firms and wealthy people who invest in financial and real estate partnerships. . Those in favor of continuing tax cuts for the nation’s wealthiest know there would be little public support for their position if the face of those extensions were professional partnerships of lawyers, accountants, big businesses, and billionaire owners of enormous family enterprises. That’s why it is attractive to instead spin a story about America’s small-business owners as victims should the tax cuts at the top expire. Small businesses are tired of being told how much they’re admired while at the same time being abused in the political process. While a few of us small-business owners might be considered wealthy, the vast majority of us will not be negatively impacted by allowing the tax cuts on the top two income tax brackets to expire. And, by the way, all of us will continue making hiring decisions based on consumer demand, not our personal income tax rates. Knapp is president and CEO of the South Carolina Small Business Chamber of Commerce and Vice Chair of the American Sustainable Business Council. Saluting Ohio’s spirit of volunteerism My mother, a pantry, they recently schoolteacher in had turned to its serMansfield, taught vices themselves due her sons that no to job loss. matter what your It’s that indelible station is in life, no Ohio spirit – the eaone is too important gerness to give back, or too busy to serve. to lend a helping hand This holiday seaeven when times are son, I’m grateful for hard – that encourages that lesson – and me. for the example Although Ohio’s set each day by so unemployment rate many in their comdropped below 7 permunities. And I am cent last week, there most heartened by is still much more to Sen. Sherrod be done. Scarcity is a the sacrifices of hardworking Ohiofact of life for too many Brown ans who struggle to Americans in urban make ends meet yet still make areas, rural communities, small time to give to others. towns, and big cities alike. Today A couple of years ago, I met more than 1.8 million Ohioans an Ohio family who was bagging live in poverty and nearly one in groceries for neighbors at a lo- six Ohioans don’t know where cal food pantry. While they were they will get their next meal. long time volunteers at the food Alleviating hunger in Ameri- The Daily Sentinel Reader Services Correction Policy Our main concern in all stories is to be accurate. If you know of an error in a story, call the newsroom at (740) 992-2156. Our main number is (740) 992-2155. 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In Washington, we need to address the rising income inequality that has led to a shrinking middle class and slow economic recovery. That comes down to priorities – do we continue to support extra tax breaks for millionaires or do we invest in resources that create jobs and help Americans who are struggling? Our nation’s prosperity depends on a strong middle class, and the equality of opportunity that allows all people to join the middle class. Today, more Ohioans are back at work, but we’ve still got a lot of work to do to ensure that every American who wants to work can find a job that allows them to take care of their families. During this Thanksgiving season, I salute the spirit of volunteerism in our state and encourage all of you to reach out and volunteer. As Thanksgiving and the holiday season approaches, Connie and I are grateful for the Ohioans who spend their time working in food pantries and food banks, and in schools, hos- Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution Letters to the Editor Letters to the editor should be limited to 300 words. All letters are subject to editing, must be signed and include address and telephone number. No unsigned letters will be published. Letters should be in good taste, addressing issues, not personalities. “Thank You” letters will not be accepted for publication. pitals, and senior centers. Such citizens are making heroic efforts to fight poverty and hunger. To our servicemembers returning home for the holidays, and to our troops serving overseas, our thoughts and prayers remain with you and your families. These selfless Americans, like the family who continued to give back in their hour of need, remind us that across Ohio, there is no deficit of will. It reflects the fundamental character of who we are as Americans, and we affirm it this each holiday season. Women and men in uniform who continue to serve our nation, families who continue to serve meals to our neighbors, and first responders who work to keep our communities safe prove that we have the will. Connie and I wish all of you a safe Thanksgiving holiday. The Daily Sentinel Ohio Valley Publishing Co. 111 Court Street Pomeroy, Ohio Phone (740) 992-2156 Fax (740) 992-2157 www.mydailysentinel.com Sammy M. Lopez Publisher Stephanie Filson Managing Editor �Tuesday, November 20, 2012 www.mydailysentinel.com The Daily Sentinel • Page 5 Obituaries Opal G. Castle Opal G. Castle, 86, of Guysville, Ohio, died Saturday, November 17, 2012, at Arcadia Nursing Center, Coolville,Ohio. Services will be held at 1 p.m., Wednesday, November 21, 2012, at White-Schwarzel Funeral Home, Coolville, Ohio, with Ronnie Sisk officiating. Burial will be in the Asbury Cemetery, Guysville, Ohio. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, at the funeral home. Sandra Lea Cremeans Sandra Lea Cremeans, 48, of Glenwood, W.Va., died November 18, 2012, at Pleasant Valley Hospital. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m., on Wednesday, November 21, 2012, at the Wilcoxen Funeral Home. Burial will be held in the Pete Meadows Cemetery, in Glenwood, W.Va. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of the Wilcoxen Funeral Home in Point Pleasant, W.Va. Lois Denney Lois Denney, 76, Bidwell, died November 17, 2012, after a brief illness. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m., Wednesday, November 21, 2012, in the Cornerstone Church, State Route 850 and State Route 35 with John Wood presiding. Burial will follow in the Denney Cemetery. The family will receive visitors at the church from 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday and 11 a.m. until the time of service on Wednesday. The McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Wetherholt Chapel, Gallipolis, is handling the arrangements for the Denney Family. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made to: Kobacker House, 800 McConnell Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43214. Edwin G. Edelblute Edwin G. Edelblute, 92, died Sunday, November 18, 2012. Visitation will be held from 12-2 p.m. on Friday, November 23, 2012, at Willis Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at the same location beginning at 2 p.m. with Pastor Alvis Pollard officiating. Burial will follow in Mound Hill Cemetery. If you wish to make a charitable gift in memory of Eddie, please consider the First Baptist Church Building Fund, 1100 Fourth Avenue, Gallipolis, Ohio 45631 or Gideons International, P.O. Box 11045, Gallipolis, Ohio 45631. Anthony Levi Jones Anthony Levi Jones, 32, died Sunday, November 18, 2012, at his home in Mason, W.Va. Services will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, November 21, 2012, at the Deal Funeral Home in Point Pleasant, W.Va., with Rev. Ronnie Wright officiating. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Friends may visit the family from 5-7 p.m., prior to the service. Linda Lou Roach Linda Lou Roach, 70, of Gallipolis, Ohio, died at Holzer Medical Center on November 16, 2012. At her request, there will be no visitation or service. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Deal Funeral Home in Point Pleasant, is serving the family. Derrick Ray Shuler Derrick Ray Shuler, 22, of Point Pleasant, W.Va., died at O.S.U. in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday, November 17, 2012. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, November 20, 2012, at the Deal Funeral Home with Brother Paul Voss officiating. Burial will be in the Mt. Union Cemetery, in Pliny, W.Va. Visitation was held from 6-8 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. Harland Donald Taylor Harland Donald Taylor, 79, of Gallipolis, Ohio, died Saturday, November 17, 2012, in the Holzer Medical Center, Gallipolis. Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2012, in the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Wetherholt Chapel, Gallipolis with Rev. Alfred Holley officiating. Burial will follow in St. Nicks Cemetery near Gallipolis. Graveside Military Services will be conducted by the Gallia County Veterans Service Organizations. Friends may call at the Funeral Home on Tuesday, 5–8 p.m. Terry V. Warren Terry V. Warren, 53, of Gallipolis, died at 12:40 a.m. on Saturday, November 17, 2012, at Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, Ohio. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, November 21, 2012, in the Cremeens Funeral Chapel with Rev. Mathew Henry officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Zion Cemetery, Ohio Township. Friends may call from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday at the chapel. Stanley R. Wright Stanley R. Wright, 61, of Gallipolis, died Sunday, November 18, 2012, at Riverside Hospital, Columbus, Ohio. Services will be held at 1 p.m., Wednesday, November 21, 2012, at the Willis Funeral Home with Pastor Patrick O’Donnell officiating. Burial will follow in Ohio Valley Memory Gardens. Friends may call from 12-1 p.m. prior to the service. There will be full military services by local veterans. Policy From Page 1 come to our campuses. This venture is a major step for PVH. It will not be easy. Many people in the community use tobacco products and many have used them for years. It will be extremely difficult for many not to use these products while they are at PVH. For that reason, we have taken the several months to implement the policy. Education and assistance have been and continue to be available for our employees who need help with the issue. As an example over 80 employees have signed to stop smoking for the day altogether and have been adopted by non-smoking employees to help them. The aim of the tobacco ban is not to stop people from smoking, but to prevent its use on our campuses. This is a healthcare issue and PVH is at the center of healthcare in this community. I invite other agencies within the county to view our progress and to follow suit. We would certainly offer our assistance in helping others to do so. All of us need to help with enforcement. While it is easier to deal with employees than with patients and visitors, we will not engage in overly dramatic confrontations. We must remember that our smokers are not criminals and will not be treated as such. However, we will enforce the new policy. I want to emphasize that the hospital will do its best to be a good neighbor to the local businesses and homeowners and will attempt to avoid congregations of employees in neighbor’s yards or the parking lots of businesses for the sole purpose of using tobacco products. Good luck to all as both tobacco users and nontobacco users alike move forward and continue to make improvements that keep our patients and employees safe. The support of all is greatly needed and appreciated. Following Schauer, Dr. Agnes Enrico-Simon addressed the crowd, reiterating some of Schauer’s points and expressing her excitement for this policy. “I can’t believe this day is finally here,” Simon said. Simon also discussed the beginnings of this policy, saying she and other employees thought it would take a while to get approved by the board and entail a long conversation alongside it. 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All new customers are subject to a one-time, non-refundable processing fee. �The Daily Sentinel Sports TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2012 mdssports@heartlandpublications.com The Game: Buckeyes to host No. 20 Michigan ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Devin Gardner has flourished in three straight starts at quarterback for Michigan. Denard Robinson is healthy enough to play, but can’t seem to do more than lightly lob a short pass. So, is there any chance Robinson will go back to being the team’s QB on Saturday at Ohio State? “I guess he could,” Wolverines coach Brady Hoke said with a straight face. “I don’t know. It’s an option.” Yeah, right. Let The Game — and the gamesmanship — begin. Even if it’s obvious, Hoke must think acknowledging the fact that Gardner will stay at QB while Robinson lines up as a running back or receiver would give the rival Buckeyes a bit of information to help them prepare for Saturday’s game. No. 4 Ohio State (11-0, 7-0 Big Ten) will host the 20th-ranked Wolverines (83, 6-1) in its finale with a shot to win The Associated Press national title. The Buckeyes, though, can’t play for the conference championship because they’re ineligible to play in the postseason as part of sanctions stemming from a memorabiliafor-cash scandal under excoach Jim Tressel. After Ohio State beat the Wisconsin Badgers 21-14 in overtime Saturday to seal the Legends Division title, coach Urban Meyer said they’re not the program’s rival. See GAME ‌| 8 Kyle Robertson | MCT Braxton Miller (5) of Ohio State passes against the rush of Desmond Morgan (44) of Michigan in the Wolverines’ victory on Saturday, November 26, 2011, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Keselowski wins Sprint Cup title HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) — Here’s a tweet for Brad Keselowski: NASCAR champion. Roger Penske must like the sound of that, too. The kid who stole the show at the season-opening Daytona 500 ended the year under the biggest spotlight of them all Sunday, beating five-time champion Jimmie Johnson to deliver the first Sprint Cup championship to Penske Racing. It’s a trophy that had eluded Penske since he first entered NASCAR in 1972. Although his motorsports organization is considered the gold standard of IndyCar racing — 15 Indianapolis 500 wins — and his empire has made Penske one of the most successful businessmen in America, his NASCAR team operation was always just average. Then came Keselowski, the blue collar, Twitter-loving, Michigan native who convinced “The Captain” his NASCAR team could be a winner, too. Three years later, they hoisted the Sprint Cup trophy together at Homestead-Miami Speedway following Keselowski’s 15thplace finish Sunday night. He started the race up 20 points on Johnson, who blew a tire and crashed last week at Phoenix to give Keselowski a nice cushion and needing only to finish 15th or higher in the finale to wrap up his first championship. But the Penske team took nothing for granted — not after Will Power crashed in the IndyCar finale to blow a 17-point lead and lose the championship. And this one got tight, too, especially when Keselowski ran out of gas on pit road during green flag pit stops. It put him a lap down with Johnson leading, and Keselowski and crew chief Paul Wolfe frantically trying to figure out how dire the situation had become. Wolfe crunched the numbers, figuring the No. 2 Dodge would cycle out in the mid-20s, a lap down from the leaders. “I know the scenario, and it’s not good,” Keselowski said. But minutes later, Johnson went to pit road for his own stop and pulled away with a missing lug nut. NASCAR flagged the Hendrick Motorsports team and Johnson was forced back to pit road for another stop. The Penske team was unsure if Keselowski wanted to know what was going on with Johnson. “I’ve got a big picture story if you want to hear it,” a team member radioed, then informed KeselSee TITLE ‌| 8 Photos by Alex Hawley | Register Wahama’s Wyatt Zuspan (7) strips the ball from Cavaliers quarterback Malik Boatwright, while WHS junior Tyler Nutter attempts to recover the loose ball during Saturday’s WHS playoff victory. Falcons outlast Greenbrier West, 21-12 Wahama headed to 3rd straight Class A state semifinal Gary Clark Special to OVP POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. — Veteran senior quarterback Trenton Gibbs and versatile junior Colton Neal produced prominent leadership roles Saturday afternoon in leading the third-rated Wahama White Falcons past fifth-ranked Greenbrier West by a 21-12 count before a large Bend Area following at Point Pleasant High School in quarterfinal round action of the West Virginia High School Class A playoffs. The duo staged exceptional performances both offensively and defensively for the Mason County gridders as Wahama advanced to the Final Four in Class A circles for the third consecutive season. Gibbs scored two touchdowns on runs of 46 and one yards while connecting on four of eight passes for 101 yards. Neal recorded an acrobatic 45yard pass reception to set up what became a crucial second half Falcon score during the intense postseason triumph. The post-season triumph was the eighth straight win in playoff contests that the White Falcons have hosted and was the Bend Area teams’ seventh consecutive postseason triumph at Point Pleasant High School. Third-ranked Wahama will put its unbeaten 12-0 See FALCONS ‌| 8 Wahama senior Trenton Gibbs (11) runs by a Greenbrier West defender en route to the endzone during Saturday’s 21-12 White Falcons victory in Point Pleasant. Maryland leaving ACC to join Big Ten in 2014 NEW YORK (AP) — Maryland is joining the Big Ten, leaving the Atlantic Coast Conference in a shocker of a move in the world of conference realignment. Peter Andrew Bosch | MCT photo The university’s announcement Brad Keselowski wins Sprint Cup championship during the is to come Monday at a news conNASCAR Sprint Cup Series Ford EcoBoost 400, at the Homeference with school President Walstead Miami Speedway on Sunday. lace D. Loh, Big Ten Commissioner Jim Delany and athletic director Kevin Anderson. Maryland will become a Big Ten member starting in 2014. Rutgers is expected follow suit by Tuesday, splitting from the Big East and making it an even 14 schools in the Big Ten. The Terrapins were a charter member of the ACC, which was founded in 1953. “Our best wishes are extended Tuesday, Nov. 20 to all of the people associated with URG Sports the University of Maryland,” ACC Women’s Basketball at Shawnee State, 6 p.m. Commissioner John Swofford said Men’s Basketball at Shawnee State, 6 p.m. in a statement. “Since our inception, they have been an outstandSaturday, Nov. 24 ing member of our conference Football and we are sorry to see them exit. Wahama at Magnolia, 1:30 For the past 60 years the Atlantic OVP Sports Schedule Coast Conference has exhibited leadership in academics and athletics. This is our foundation and we look forward to building on it as we move forward.” There was speculation last week the Big Ten and Maryland were talking. On Saturday, it became clear the discussions were serious. The addition of Maryland extends the Big Ten farther east and south than it ever has been, and gives the conference a presence in the major media market of Washington. D.C. Rutgers, in New Brunswick, N.J., and about 40 miles south of New York City, gives the Big Ten a member in the country’s largest media market. For both schools, the move should come with long-term financial gain. The Big Ten reportedly paid its members $24.6 million in shared television and media rights revenues this year. There will be some financial matters to resolve in the short term though. After the ACC added Notre Dame as a member in all sports but football and hockey in September, the league voted to raise the exit fee to $50 million. Maryland was one of two schools that voted against the increased exit fee. The Big East’s exit fee is $10 million, but the league also requires a 27-month notification period for departing members. That means Rutgers will not be able to join the Big ten until 2015 without working out some kind of deal with the Big East. Syracuse, Pittsburgh and West Virginia have all negotiated early withdrawals from the Big East in the past year. The ACC could now be in the market for another member and it would not be surprising if it looks to the Big East, yet again. Connecticut would seem a perfect fit after Pitt and Syracuse join next season. The Big Ten added Nebraska in See ACC ‌| 8 �Tuesday, November 20, 2012 www.mydailysentinel.com The Daily Sentinel • Page 7 ANNOUNCEMENTS Professional Services Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Apartments/Townhouses Drivers & Delivery SERVICES SEPTIC PUMPING Gallia Co. OH and Mason Co. WV. Ron Evans Jackson, OH 800-537-9528 ACCELLER CLASSIFIED SAVE on Cable TV-Internet-Digital Phone. Packages start at $89.99/mo (for 12 months.) Options from ALL major service providers. Call Acceller today to learn more! 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(AP) — Miami officials said Monday that the university is making what it called an “unprecedented decision” to self-impose a postseason ban for the second straight year, ending any chance of the Hurricanes playing in either the Atlantic Coast Conference championship game or a bowl. Just like last year, Miami’s decision was made with regard to the status of the ongoing NCAA investigation into the school’s compliance practices. The inquiry began in 2011 after a former booster went public with allegations that he provided dozens of athletes and recruits with extra benefits such as cash and gifts. By sitting out again, Miami — which still has not been presented with its notice of allegations from the NCAA — is hoping to lessen the hit of any looming sanctions that could be handed down when the investigation ends. Schools often self-impose penalties with hope that the NCAA takes those measures into account when doling out punishment. Miami clearly hopes that a pair of postseason bans, especially when the Hurricanes still had a chance at a Bowl Championship Series berth this year, helps its cause with the NCAA. Whenever the process ends, sanctions against the football and men’s basketball programs are expected, with penalties likely to include probation terms and scholarship reductions. The university said interim athletic director Blake James informed the team of the decision Monday morning. University President Donna Shalala and the school’s legal counsel were also involved in the decision. “Considerable deliberation and discussion based on the status of the NCAA inquiry went into the decision-making process and, while acknowledging the impact that the decision will have on current student-athletes, coaches, alumni and fans, a determination was made that voluntarily withholding the football team from a second postseason was not only a prudent step for the University to take but will also allow for the football program and University to move forward in the most expedited manner possible,” said the university’s statement. It continued, “The University and President Shalala have been clear from the start of the inquiry that Miami will cooperate fully and will seek the truth, no matter where the path might lead and that the institution will be stronger because of it. The University has already taken proactive measures to ensure more strict compliance with NCAA rules and continues to evaluate further steps.” On Saturday, after the Hurricanes (6-5) became bowl-eligible with a 40-9 win over South Florida, Miami coach Al Golden raved about how his team handled what has seemed like a never-ending amount of adversity. “Come at me. Bury me all you want. Attack me all you want,” Golden said. “These kids who have stuck it out, who have stayed here, who have never gotten one week in two years without hearing about all this nonsense, don’t blame them. And I appreciate all those kids that not only stayed here, but those guys that answered the bell, that answered the call to come here and fix this. And we will get it fixed.” It’s the first time since the 1981 and 1982 seasons that Miami will go consecutive years without a bowl trip. In 1983, the Hurricanes won the school’s first of five national championships. Schools that do not self-impose things like bowl bans when facing NCAA investigations often regret that decision. Most recently, Ohio State — still unbeaten — chose not to ban itself from a bowl last season, before the NCAA handed down punishments for the memorabilia-fortattoos scandal. Instead of being in the mix for a BCS berth, and possibly a shot at the national title, the Buckeyes’ season will end this weekend. Miami’s move, which was not unexpected, denies Miami the chance of playing in its first ACC title game — the Hurricanes almost certainly would have gotten there if they beat Duke — and also ends any chance From Page 6 Tuesday, Dec. 4, against Fairland. PPHS alumni basketball game POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. — Point Pleasant High School will host a boys’ alumni basketball game at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 21, in the boys gymnasium. Any former PPHS graduate interested in participating should contact Andy Layton at (304) 812-6654. ACC From Page 6 2010 to go to 12 members, and Delany had given every indication that the conference was happy to stay at that number. The conference had given no indication it was in the expansion market. The question now is whether this sparks more realignment from conferences that weren’t even affected. The Big 12 has indicated it is comfortable with its current 10 members, including newcomers West Virginia and TCU, but there has always been some sentiment within the conference to at some point go back to 12 — at least. The Southeastern Con- ference reached 14 members this season with the additions of Texas A&M and Missouri. The Big East, which has plans to become a 12-team, four-time zone conference next season, could be in real trouble again — especially if UConn is wooed by the ACC. The Big East was hoping that adding Boise State and San Diego State, and maybe persuading BYU to join, would make it a strong enough football conference to justify its far-flung nature and make up for its lack of traditional powers and rivalries. But if it sustains more losses, while it’s trying to negotiate a pivotal new television deal, will Boise State and San Diego State renege on their commitments to the Big East? And will Maryland’s departure spur other ACC schools — such as Florida State — to eye a new home? For now, though, Maryland is the latest school to forsake tradition to potentially gain more revenue. The Terps have mostly been a middling football program for several decades, though its men’s basketball teams have been consistently strong, winning a national title in 2002. Maryland this year cut seven sports programs because of budget concerns and has been having a hard time filling its newly renovated football stadium. ways to use them both on the field for 18 months — since he replaced fired coach Rich Rodriguez — and talk turned to action when Robinson was cleared to play after missing two-plus games with nerve damage in his right elbow. “After the Northwestern game that night, (Borges) had nine plays ready and then we put six more in,” Hoke said. Gardner gave Robinson the ball on a toss sweep to the right on Michigan’s first play and threw it to him to the left on the next snap. Robinson also got a handoff and made an option pitch to Fitzgerald Toussaint, whose left leg appeared to break on the unique play, and Robinson just a decoy on another play in which Gardner threw one of his three touchdown passes. Gardner knew the Wolverines would make crafty plays work against Iowa because they did against their own defense even when teammates thought they knew what was coming. “I felt like if they knew from one practice to the next that it was coming and still couldn’t stop it, then the other team would definitely not be able to stop it,” Gardner said. Robinson took some snaps at QB, but didn’t throw once against the Hawkeyes. Can he pass? “Yes, but not as well as he’d like to,” Hoke said. That, once again, might just be another thing Michigan is going to let Robinson do against the Buckeyes, who might not expect him to attempt passes downfield. Ohio State linebacker Zach Boren probably understands The Game and the gamesmanship that goes along with it as well as anyone on the field Saturday. His dad, Mike, played for Michigan and so did his brother, Justin, before famously — or infamously — transferring to Ohio State and taking a shot at the then-Rodriguez led Wolverines by saying family values had eroded within the program. “That’s the biggest rivalry in sports,” Zach Boren said. “Now we can turn our attention to them. We’ll be ready. This team keeps on getting better and better each week.” Game From Page 6 “The next one is,” Meyer said. “So when we use that ‘R’ word, we’re talking about this week.” When Hoke talks about the Buckeyes this week, he won’t say Ohio State once — dropping the second word in the school’s name in what he insists is not intended to insult the storied program he grew up rooting against despite growing up near Dayton, Ohio. “There’s a lot of respect on both sides for both programs,” he said after a 4217 win over Iowa. Hoke will lead college football’s winningest program in a game at the Horseshoe for the first time against Meyer, who hasn’t been a head coach in what is referred to as The Game. “It’s going to be fun,” Hoke said. Indeed. And, it’ll be interesting — or fun — to see how Michigan offensive coordinator Al Borges uses Gardner and Robinson after playing both extensively against the Hawkeyes. Hoke said the coaching staff has been discussing that the team finishes its season playing what would amount to a home game at Sun Life Stadium, the site of the Orange Bowl. The ACC champion goes to the Orange Bowl, and Miami’s decision effectively ends the Coastal race. Georgia Tech will play Atlantic Division winner Florida State in Charlotte, N.C., on Dec. 1 for the conference title and automatic BCS spot. Miami, however, still has a championship game of sorts waiting. If the Hurricanes beat Duke, they will finish tied for first in the Coastal. And for a program that’s has been starting over in many respects, that alone would provide a boost heading into 2013. “It’s critical,” Golden said. “It’s critical for our seniors, for them to have weathered what they will have weathered and be able to have an opportunity to go out like that. And if you just look at it all the way down the line, if you’re a freshman and you’re playing for that your freshman year, now you become accustomed. You changed the culture. They start to understand what it means.” Falcons OVP Sports Briefs GAHS season ticket sales for winter sports CENTENARY, Ohio — Gallia Academy High School will begin selling winter 2012-13 season tickets to Super Boosters on Monday, Nov 19. Staff and parents can purchase tickets on Tuesday, Nov 20. The general public can purchase tickets beginning Tuesday, Nov. 27. All tickets can be purchased at the high school from 8 p.m. until 3 p.m. The first GAHS varsity home game is Bo Rader | MCT photo Miami Hurricanes head coach Al Golden appears on the sideline during the game against Kansas State in Manhattan, Kansas, Saturday, September 8, 2012. Kansas State defeated Miami, 52-13. record on the line this weekend when the White Falcons travel to No. 2 Magnolia for a semifinal round matchup with the Blue Eagles and a journey to the Class A finals on the line. Magnolia (11-1) defeated 7th ranked East Hardy by a 19-14 margin Saturday evening in New Martinsville to advance to the semi-final round confrontation with the White Falcons. Gibbs and Neal also starred on defense for WHS with Gibbs batting down a potential gametying Cavalier two-point conversion pass in the end zone in addition to keeping 6-foot-6 Greenbrier West star wideout Josh Martin in check. Neal recorded his second consecutive defensive gem after moving from his normal defensive end position into the middle of the Bend Area teams’ interior line. His performance promptly made a huge impact in the playoff outing with the multitalented junior coming up with numerous tackles on the afternoon while forcing a fourth quarter Cavalier fumble that proved to be instrumental in the victory. Wahama also received tremendous performances from several other gridders during the nail-biting, playoff affair that ultimately became a tale of two halves. The White Falcons struggled with its normally punishing ground attack but righted the ship with a strong second half showing to turn the tide. Except for Gibbs’ 46yard run in the opening quarter WHS was limited to just 12 yards on the ground during the first two quarters with the locals leading ground gainers Kane Roush and Zack Wamsley netting just three and two yards rushing respectively during the games first 24 minutes. Roush enjoyed a profitable final quarter to finish with 86 yards on the day and a 10-yard scoring jaunt while Wamsley picked up 30 tough yards against a huge Greenbrier West front wall in addition to booting a trio of PAT kicks. Despite experiencing difficulty with its rushing game Roush and Wamsley found other ways to assist the WHS cause. Wamsley provided a key block that erased a pair of Greenbrier West defenders to allow Gibbs to race 46 yards for the game’s first touchdown with Roush making a successful critical decision on a fake punt at the Cavalier’s 44 yard line midway through the final period to allow Wahama to complete an 80 yard, 15 play scoring drive to essentially put the game on ice. The contest proved to be a solid team effort with the everyone contributing in one way or another. Crandal Neal experienced a productive afternoon defensively with Wyatt Zuspan coming up with two dazzling pass receptions for 55 yards. Once again the interior line play of Wesley Harrison, Tyler Nutter, Zack Killingsworth, Lane Sparks, Jesse Hesson, Clayton Sines, Josh Haddox and Benny Youkers was prominent in the win. Despite being dominated by Greenbrier West throughout the first two quarters the White Falcons were able to come up with enough stops and big plays to limit the Cavaliers to just one touchdown. Greenbrier West drove deep into Wahama on three of four possessions in the opening two quarters but came away empty handed on all but one occasion. WHS thwarted one drive when Tyler Nutter recovered a Cavalier fumble at the WHS 10-yard line with the Falcons defense producing huge stops on two other potential Greenbrier West drives. Gibbs put Wahama on top by a 7-0 margin with 4:34 to play in the first canto when he scrambled out of the pocket and picked up a huge block by Wamsley on the near sideline before racing 46 yards for the game’s first score. The run capped a 72-yard, sixplay drive with Gibbs also tossing a 32 yard pass to Zuspan during the series. Greenbrier West followed with a short 24-yard, two-play scoring drive on its first possession of the second quarter. After a 25yard punt return by Malik Boatwright the Cavaliers picked up six yards on a Tyler Parker run before Parker broke several tackles on an 18-yard scoring jaunt with 10:02 remaining in the half. The two-point conversion attempt was unsuccessful leaving Wahama clinging to a 7-6 halftime edge. The White Falcons marched 67 yards following the second half kickoff before Gibbs went the final yard for the six points. The big play in the series was a 45-yard pass connection from Gibbs to Colton Neal to give Wahama a first down at the Greenbrier West five yard line. Wamsley’s point after kick gave WHS a 14-6 lead with 8:19 to play in the third period. The visitors again answered following a Falcon turnover when Martin intercepted a WHS pass and returned pick to the local’s 23 yard line. Six plays later Boatwright sneaked in from a yard out but the potential game tying two point conversion pass was batted down by Gibbs to preserve a 14-12 Falcon advantage with 11:40 remaining in the contest. Wahama then embarked on what was its most influential possession of the day. Beginning at its own 20, the White Falcons methodically grounded out substantial chunks of yardage while using up precious time on a running clock. A 12-yard run by Gibbs and a three-yard gain by Roush on a pair of third down situations surrounded a daring fourth down fake punt by Roush kept the chains and the clock moving. Roush culminated the 15-play drive with a 10-yard burst to ice the game with 5:02 to play and provide Wahama with a 21-12 lead. In the final five minutes, Greenbrier West was afforded two more chances at cutting into the WHS edge but Neal forced a Cavalier fumble with Zuspan falling on the loose pigskin before Wes Harrison and Benny Youkers combined for a fourth down sack of Boatwright and the celebration began. Wahama closed out the afternoon with 193 yards rushing and another 101 passing for 294 yards of total offense. Greenbrier West finished the day with 216 yards on the ground and another 81 through the air for a net total of 297 yards. Parker emerged as the games leading ground gainer with 152 yards in 27 carries. from there. He broke a rear end gear in his Chevrolet and went to the garage with 40 laps to go, essentially clinching the championship for Keselowski. “It all unraveled pretty quick,” Johnson conceded. No longer needing to save fuel, and no longer needing to play it conservatively, he waived off Wolfe’s playbook. “If he’s in the garage, let’s race,” Keselowski said. Title From Page 6 owski that Johnson had to pit again. “Ten-four. Thank you for telling me. We’re back in the game. I got it,” he said. It got worse for Johnson �Tuesday, November 20, 2012 Tuesday, November 20, 2012 www.mydailysentinel.com ComiCs/EntErtainmEnt BLONDIE Dean Young/Denis Lebrun BEETLE BAILEY FUNKY WINKERBEAN HAGAR THE HORRIBLE HI & LOIS Mort Walker Today’s Answers Tom Batiuk Chris Browne Brian and Greg Walker THE LOCKHORNS MUTTS The Daily Sentinel • Page 9 William Hoest Patrick McDonnell Jacquelene Bigar’s Horoscope zITS THE FAMILY CIRCUS Bil Keane DENNIS THE MENACE Hank Ketchum Jerry Scott and Jim Borgman CONCEPTIS SUDOKU by Dave Green HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2012: This year you open up to your creativity and your heartfelt desires. When sharing those dreams, you are taking the first step in making them so. If you are artistic, you will give form to one of your life’s masterpieces. If you are single, a very significant romance could blow in this year — most likely after spring. If you are attached, you might find that you could be welcoming a new addition to your family. PISCES sparks your imagination. The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHH Listen to your instincts with a key partner. You’ll go far, because you are willing to honor your intuition as well as your intellect. You might not want to reveal a lot in a conversation about money. Teamwork allows greater give-and-take. Tonight: Take much-needed personal time. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHHH Listen to your comrades in order to gain some insight as to what to do with someone who might be stopping up the works. This discussion takes you in a new direction, and it allows greater give-and-take. Tonight: You are coming from a more centered perspective. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHH A boss might be instrumental, but he or she is demanding. Make sure that you can handle this combination. You have strong drive and want to get as much done as possible. A partner could slow you up by wanting to talk. Tonight: Understand what you can and cannot change. CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHHH Do not hesitate to reach out to someone at a distance who means a lot to you. You might decide to make plans to see each other in the near future. A dear friend or loved one supports you in promoting a cause or an initiative. Tonight: Where music can fill the air. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH Someone else wants to run with the ball, but you might not be sure of this person’s choices. Try to help this person get grounded by having a conversation with well-placed questions. You might want to rethink a decision involving your health. Tonight: Share ideas. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHHH Defer to someone else, and know full well what the end result will be. You know what to do. Your sixth sense comes through for you, but you might want to discuss the situation with a friend who will be equally impacted. Tonight: The only answer is “yes.” LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHH Issues involving work or your daily routine come to the forefront. You might want to rethink a situation more openly. Your creativity is high, and you know how to bypass a problem. You also have assumed a stern stance on a money matter. Tonight: Include some exercise. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHHH Your more playful personality emerges, which allows greater give-and-take. You see a situation far differently and are able to incorporate others’ ideas. You know when enough is enough, and you might even put strict terms on a sibling or an associate. Tonight: Let the fun begin. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHH Consider working from home so that you can handle a domestic issue. Communication flourishes, no matter where you are. You might need to screen calls. Your instincts might be off, as you could be drained or slightly depressed. Tonight: At home. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHHH Communication thrives, and it’s unlike anything you’ve ever seen. You might be getting a mixed message from someone and could be unsure as to which way to go. Slow down before taking any action or speaking any words. Tonight: Get into a happening. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHH You could be more in touch with someone’s needs right now. Your instincts will come forward, but you also might be dealing with some anger. Pull back and take a walk, especially if you are feeling pushed. Tonight: A parent or older person might be demanding. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHHH The time has come to share some strong feelings and get feedback. A friend lets you know exactly what he or she is feeling. This person wants you to agree with him or her. Follow your conscience. Tonight: Mood changed? Adjust your plans accordingly. Jacqueline Bigar is on the Internet at www.jacquelinebigar.com. �Tuesday, November 20, 2012 Dodge says goodbye, gets ultimate parting gift HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) — Dodge said goodbye to NASCAR on Sunday. And got the ultimate parting gift. Dodge driver Brad Keselowski won the Sprint Cup championship at Homestead-Miami Speedway, giving longtime NASCAR owner Roger Penske his first series title and setting off a wild celebration in Victory Lane that surely will carry long into the night. Penske Racing’s rising star finished 15th in the season finale, but he clinched the title when his closest contender, Jimmie Johnson, had a catastrophic gear issue with 43 laps remaining. So instead of getting one victory lap, Keselowski got about 40. And no one enjoyed it more than Dodge. “An amazing accomplishment for everyone for sure,” said Ralph Gilles, president and CEO of Dodge’s SRT Brand and Motorsports. “Obviously this project wasn’t one that started yesterday. This has been an 11-year run with a lot of talented people who spend countless hours to make this championship possible. That’s the Dodge way. It’s always been the Dodge way. “The underdogs came up and did it today. Three years ago, people were looking at us sideways when put this deal together. Everybody grew from it. From Brad to Penske to Dodge. To go out on top it makes it all worthwhile.” It was Dodge’s first Cup championship since Richard Petty won in 1975. Dodge hasn’t ruled out returning to NASCAR, possibly in the second-tier Nationwide Series The Daily Sentinel • Page 10 www.mydailysentinel.com or maybe even in the Cup Series. There has been speculation that Richard Childress Racing might be in the market for another engine builder. Earnhardt Ganassi Racing decided to lease motors from Hendrick Motorsports starting next season. The move was surprising considering Earnhardt-Childress Racing was formed as a joint engine-building effort between Earnhardt Ganassi and Richard Childress. “I’m not ignorant to that,” Gilles said. “I’m going to watch every race next year. I’m very interested in what’s going on in NASCAR.” But if Dodge does decide to rejoin NASCAR, Gilles said it would have to be a situation similar to what the company had with Penske. “It’s very difficult to replicate the Penske situation,” Gilles said. “What a team! Nothing but respect for Roger’s professionalism, his attention to detail. I think he’s brought a formula to the sport that others are probably going to have to start emulating because he’s really done a lot with very little. Of course, he’s got great resources, but it’s laser focus.” Penske will begin a five-year deal with Ford in 2013, with Keselowski and Joey Logano driving for the two-car team. Given what Penske did in 2012 — especially with the championship — no one will question whether the two-car team will be able to compete with larger organizations. “It’s not how much you put into a race team,” Penske said. ‘It’s about the people.” No. 4 Ohio State beats Washington, 77-66 UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — Deshaun Thomas tied a career high with 31 points and led No. 4 Ohio State to a 77-66 win over Washington and the championship of the Hall of Fame Tip Off tournament on Sunday. The 6-foot-7 junior, who also had eight rebounds, had 21 in the first half as the Buckeyes (3-0) built at 10-point lead and cruised through the second half. Aaron Craft added 18 points for the Buckeyes, who beat Rhode Island on Saturday. C.J. Wilcox led Washington (2-2) with 18 points and Abdul Gaddy had 15. The Huskies earned the right to play Ohio State with an overtime win Saturday night over Seton Hall. This is the same tournament that Kentucky won last season in an early test for that young team, which won the national title. Ohio State led by double digits much of the way and by as many as 17 in the second half. Washington made one run, cutting the lead to 57-50 on a layup by Gaddy midway through the second half, before the Buckeyes stretched it back out. Thomas scored 11 of his team’s first 13 points, showing off his versatility by hitting a 3-pointer, two jumpers, a layup and a hook shot. He hit his first nine shots. This was his 14th game with 20 or more points at Ohio State. He also scored 31 last season against Loyola (Maryland). The 6-foot-7 junior was 3 of 7 from 3-point range, and came into the game having made seven of his 15 3-point shots. He had 25 points and 10 rebounds in the Buckeyes’ win Saturday over Rhode Island. Washington stayed in the game in the first half by shooting 52 percent from the floor, led by Scott Suggs who had eight of his 11 at intermission. But the Huskies were outrebounded 34-28 and had 13 turnovers. These were Ohio State’s first games away from home, and first on a neutral court. The Buckeyes had been scheduled to play on Nov. 9 in the Carrier Classic on the USS Yorktown in South Carolina, but that game had to be cancelled because of condensation on the court. So the Buckeyes had played just once, a 22-point home win in the opening game of this tournament over Albany before beating Rhode Island by 11 on Saturday. The Huskies lost by a point to that same Albany team. Washington led by as many as 18 against Seton Hall on Saturday, but were forced to overtime before winning. Washington’s last win against a top-10 team came in the 2010 NCAA tournament, when the Huskies beat No. 8 New Mexico. Ohio State improved to 4-8 all-time against Washington, a team it hadn’t played since 1972. The Huskies came into the weekend having lost six games in a row to nonconference opponents on the road. The Huskies were 0-5 on the road against nonleague teams last season. The game was played at a half-empty Mohegan Sun arena, which is on the grounds of a resort casino and home to the WNBA’s Connecticut Sun. Washington will be back in Connecticut next month, taking on No. 23 UConn in Hartford on Dec. 29. Wisconsin stumbles into Big Ten championship game MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin isn’t about to apologize. Yes, the Badgers (7-4, 4-3) are stumbling into the Big Ten title game after a 21-14 overtime loss to No. 4 Ohio State on Saturday. Currently third in the Leaders Division, they’ve basically been gifted a shot at playing for the Rose Bowl because the Buckeyes and Penn State, the two teams ahead of them, are ineligible for the postseason because of NCAA violations. But it’s not as if that’s their doing. “We don’t control that,” quarterback Curt Phillips said. “We just have to make the most of this opportunity.” Make no mistake, the Badgers badly wanted to beat Ohio State (110, 7-0) to prove they’re worthy of being in the Big Ten title game. Get a little payback from last year, too, when a struggling Buckeyes squad stunned the Badgers on a desperation heave in the closing seconds. They came close, forcing overtime when Phillips found Jacob Pederson for a 5-yard score with eight seconds left in regulation. But Carlos Hyde gave the Buckeyes a quick lead, and Wisconsin could find nothing on offense in the extra period. It was their second straight loss in overtime at Camp Randall, following a 16-13 loss to Michigan State last month. The Badgers’ four losses this season have been by a total of 16 points. “It hurts to do everything you can in your power and still fall short,” Montee Ball said. “And it’s happened twice to us, back to back at home. It’s not a good feeling.” The lone bright spot for the Badgers was that Ball scored his 78th touchdown in the second quarter, tying the major college career record set by Travis Prentice of Miami (Ohio) in 1999. Ball had a chance to claim the record for himself, but he fumbled at the goal line with less than three minutes left in regulation. Ball leaped over a scrum with the ball held in front of him, and Ohio State linebacker Ryan Shazier punched it loose. “It’s a teaching moment for everybody, players and coaches,” coach Bret Bielema said. “I had this flash in my mind when we were running up to the line for that play, ‘Don’t jump. Don’t jump.’ Because I knew (Ball) was doing anything he could to get in the end zone. And I can’t discredit him for the effort.” This whole season has BURIED in CREDIT CARDDEBT? Over $10,000 in credit card bills? Can’t make the minimum payments? � WE CAN GET YOU OUT OF DEBT QUICKLY � WE CAN SAVE YOU THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS � WE CAN HELP YOU AVOID BANKRUPTCY Not a high-priced consolidation loan or one of those consumer credit counseling programs CREDIT CARD RELIEF for your FREE consultation CALL 888-838-6679 Not available in all states been a series of teaching moments for the Badgers. The year began with Ball being attacked just before training camp opened, leaving him with a concussion that kept him out of practice and slowed him at the start of the season. Starting quarterback Danny O’Brien was benched after three games and replaced by Joel Stave, only to have him break his collarbone against Michigan State. Phillips now is getting the first starts of his career after being sidelined by three ACL surgeries. Oh, star linebacker Chris Borland missed Saturday’s game against the Buckeyes, too. Every week seems to bring a new challenge, and just withstanding them ought to count for something. On Saturday, Wisconsin outplayed the Buckeyes for most of the second half after falling behind 14-0. Wisconsin held the Buckeyes to 236 yards of offense, more than 200 yards below their average, and only allowed them to cross midfield once after halftime. But the Badgers also got the ball at their own 35 or better four times, and only came away with one touchdown. “It’s times like these when you really, really find out what kind of people you have,” Bielema said. “This is when things would fall apart. … The guys keep buckling up and playing, and it really shows the true character of who you are. I’m very, very proud of them. But being proud of them won’t get them a win.” The Badgers will keep trying, however. They have another chance to show they’re worthy of that Big Ten title game next week, when they travel to Penn State. “We’re just going to make sure we correct our mistakes going to Penn State, and to play hard and finish off the regular season right,” Ball said. “I’m sure winning in Indy and going to the Rose Bowl and winning there would erase all the losses we’ve had. Because that’s our goal.” � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 11. November Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. 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