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Persian poet Omar Khayyam penned this sentiment in the 11th century and it still rings true today. Good food, good wine and

romance all come together in February, the month of love.And speaking of love, we hope you'll love our February issue.

We celebrate Valentine's Day with a look at fine dining, fabulous wine and beautiful diamonds. Plus we welcome award-winning sports writer Rick Noland, who checks out the view from the top with Medina athlete Jon Teske.

Thank you for reading our magazine, inspired by community, in-spired by you. Please contact me with your news, events and stories.

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A Victorian Christmas at the John Smart HouseQueen Victoria, Charles Dickens, Florence Nightingale and Father Christmas mingled with guests at Medina's historic John

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Medina CountyDecadent Dessert and Chocolate Cookie Contest held on Friday, Feb 5th @ Buehler’s River Styx(After judging non-perishable contest entries will be sold at the Chocolate Festival to raise additional funds)

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viewed throughout the weekend, day and night. A detailed schedule is available at MainStreetMedina.com. The event is admission free, and there is free parking in the nine-block Historic District.

EVERYBODY'S BUZZING ABOUT HONEY BEE BAKERY

Honey Bee Bakery is a new full service bakery in Medina’s historic district. “We chose the name Honey Bee because we’re in the original A.I. Root building; a building rich with history,” says owner Keni Sherbinski. “Our top priority is superb product. I arrive by 3:30 am every day to bake fresh product.” Honey Bee specializes in custom cakes, cheesecakes, pies, breads and pastries. 23 Public Square, Medina 330.725.0912

UNIVERSITY OF AKRON STEEL DRUM BAND TO PERFORM IN WADSWORTH

Ohio Regional Music Arts and Cultural Outreach (ORMACO) and Summa Health will present The University of Akron Steel Drum Band at the James R. McIlvaine Performing Arts Center at Wadsworth High School on February 4 at 7 pm. Travel to Trinidad and Tobago and dance in the aisles to the sizzling sounds of this high energy band. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Wadsworth High School music programs. Buy tickets online at Ormaco.org, at 330.722.2541 or at any Medina County Buehler's. ORMACO is an all-volunteer nonprofit with the mission of making music, arts and culture accessible to all.

FOR THE LOVE OF CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL IS FEBRUARY 6

All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt either. Save -- and savor -- Saturday, February 6 for the 19th Annual For the Love of Chocolate Festival presented by Faith in Action Medina County Caregivers at the Medina Performing Arts Center, 851 Weymouth Road, Medina from 11 am to 3 pm. Tickets are $10 for ages 5 and up and include eight decadent chocolate samples, CandyLand for Kids, a bake sale featuring award-winning desserts and chocolate cookies, unique Valentine's Day gifts, a photo booth, food demonstrations and contests. Buy tickets at the door or pick up tickets at all Medina County Buehler 's or Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory at Lodi Outlet Mall. Medina County Lifestyle magazine is among the many proud sponsors of the event. fiamedina.org

BREAKING BREAD ON BOURBON STREETFeeding Medina County presents Breaking Bread on Bourbon

Street: An Evening of Art and Jazz. Soak up the colorful culture of the French Quarter on Saturday, March 12 at The Galaxy Banquet Center 201 Park Center Drive, Wadsworth. Stroll down Bourbon Street, listen to jazz, nosh on hors d’oeuvres and view local art for purchase. Then enjoy dinner as well as live and silent auctions. $50 per individual ticket available at 330.421.4816 or by email [email protected]. FeedingMedinaCounty.org

THE ICEMAN CARVETHBundle up and head on over to the 22nd Annual Medina Ice Festival

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Rich and indulgent, Fettuccine Alfredo requires just three ingredients: butter, cream, cheese. This is one recipe where it's a good idea to use an artisan European butter and

top quality Parmigiana Reggiano, although I have been known to make it for my grandkids with butter from the fridge and Kraft Parmesan. Some recipes call for unsalted butter, but I prefer the salted variety. Use whichever you'd like, adding salt to taste.The sauce will be thin at first, until you add the cheese. If the sauce is too thick, use reserved pasta water to thin.

If served prior to the main course, in small portions, this dish will serve 6. However, add sautéed scallops, chicken or bacon and you’ve got a main course for 4.

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“Wine and Dine Your Valentine ™ is our theme for Valentine’s Day,” Ron says, “We want couples to come in and enjoy a roman-tic evening at our restaurant on Valentine's Day, or for that matter, any time!”

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The Loving Couple ™

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Ron is understandably proud of the restaurant’s long history. “Elijah Boardman, one of the original investors in the Connecti-cut Land Company, owned the land. His son, Henry sold the 32-acre plot to Samuel Clark, who built the first structure in 1844.”

Over the years, the farmhouse and or-chards were owned by various families. The farmhouse was rebuilt, used as a school, and later sold to the Keller family. The Kellers added to the farmhouse and opened the Pine Tree Tavern in 1934.The restaurant passed hands several times before operat-ing as Golfers at the Turn. Ron bought the property in 2002 and returned the Old Pine Tree to its former beauty as Timber Lodge. For decades the location has been – and re-mains – a most popular Medina spot.

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Sommelier Matt Forrest, tell us about Galaxy Restaurant's Wine Room and wine cellar.

The Wine Room is an intimate counterpart to the Circle L Steakhouse, with seating for 30-plus in the main dining area, and 24-plus in the bar area. Two fireplaces and an expansive view of the wine cellar through a glass wall help lend an ambience of class and sophistication.

The wine cellar is strictly temperature-controlled at a cool 59 degrees Fahrenheit (55 is ideal for storing wines long term, but 59 allows for a compromise to ensure more appropriate serving temperature for reds, usually 60 degrees Fahrenheit). Cellar capacity is approximately 5,000 bottles.

How many different wines do you stock?We currently stock a little over 420 different wines

by the bottle, representing over 50 different grape varietals from 11 countries. The Wine Room offers 50 wines by the glass, including eight higher-end selections poured from our Napa Technology Wine Stations. We're currently pouring notable selections such as Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon, Shafer One Point Five Cabernet Sauvignon, and Mollydooker Carnival of Love Shiraz. A 6 ounce glass will run $25, which is very near retail price. Prices for on-premise consumption range from $20 for a bottle of Cristalino Brut Cava (a dry, traditional method sparkling wine from Spain) to $1,250 for a bottle of Chateau Margaux 2003 (one of the most famous red wines in the world. It 's a first growth Bordeaux capable of aging gracefully for decades). Almost half of our wines by the bottle are priced at $50 or below for on-premise consumption, offering tremendous value and a wide range of selections from around the globe. (Come in and ask for a bottle of Boutari Santorini Assyrtiko ($48) and the sommelier will be overjoyed!) Standard glass pour prices are very reasonable, ranging from $6 for a 6 ounce glass of our privately-labeled Galaxy house wines (Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, White Zinfandel, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon) to $15 for a 6 ounce glass of Beringer Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (the only wine Galaxy owner Robert Leatherman has ever ordered during my tenure) or a 187ml "split" of Laurent Perrier Brut Champagne.

What are some of your best sellers?Moscato, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, and red blends rule the

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d'Asti ($9/6 ounce glass, $32/bottle on-premise), Frisk Prickly Riesling ($7/6 ounce glass, $25/bottle on-premise), Buehler Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon ($12/6 ounce glass, $42/bottle on-premise), Beringer Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($15/6 ounce glass, $52/bottle on-premise), Decoy Sonoma County Red Wine ($12/6 ounce glass, $42/bottle on-premise) and Slo Down "Sexual Chocolate"($15/6 ounce glass, $52/bottle on-premise.)

The Galaxy also holds a license for retail "to go" wine sales, giving guests the opportunity to take a bottle (or two, or twelve!) home at or near state minimum retail price. The sommelier has also been known to place special orders for discriminating guests who are looking for wines not currently stocked in our cellar.Matt Forrest is Galaxy's sommelier. He is a Certified Sommelier, with Level

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DINE

If you’re looking for a special place to wine and dine your valentine, try The Galaxy Restaurant in Wadsworth.

According to Robin Wenger, senior vice-president of operations, Galaxy’s Wine Room and Circle L Steakhouse will offer special features over Valentine’s Day weekend, in addition to its regular menu. For steak aficionados, try the succulent steak from the restaurant’s beef cattle ranch in Burbank, Ohio (CircleLCattle.com). Or share a one-pound lobster with your dinner partner. Don’t leave without trying the dessert sampler which includes tuxedo strawberries, created by the restaurant’s pastry chef.

Proposals at the restaurant on Valentine’s Day are not unusual. And with a spacious banquet hall, including a grand ballroom that holds 500 guests, weddings, anniversaries and other joyful events are celebrated often at Galaxy. The restaurant even has a wine wall in the Circle L Steakhouse displaying signed celebration wine bottles from guests.

The Wine Room and the Circle L Steakhouse offer the same menu. The Wine Room is an intimate setting with two fireplaces. The Steakhouse is a large elegant room with comfortable booths and a romantic ambience. Sommelier Matt Forrest is on hand to help guests with their wine selections. Award-winning chefs prepare the food and the well-trained staff provide high quality service. For casual dining, friends can gather at the Sports Bar or the outdoor patio in warmer weather.

For those who want to cuddle up after dinner, book the Sweetheart Package at the all new Comfort Inn & Suites right next door to the Galaxy. The package includes a night in the executive or whirlpool suite, a $20 Galaxy gift card, a bottle of sparkling wine and a late checkout at 2 pm. Rates start at $145.99. ComfortInnWadsworth.comThe Galaxy Restaurant is a 30,000 square foot complex offering three

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“Yes, the 4Cs are important -- cut, clarity, color and carats,” says Jason Sheiban of Sheiban Jewelers, a GIA graduate gemologist and a diamond expert, “But there’s more to choosing a diamond than that. Some diamonds have high fluorescence that will make the stone appear dull, others may have inclusions that will reduce durability and brilliance. That’s why it ’s important to choose a diamond with the help of an expert."

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Color is all about the tone of the stone. “There are some diamonds with tints of yellow or brown. The less color the better, although on the opposite end of the spectrum there are fancy yellow diamonds that are quite valuable.” Carats refer to the weight of the stone.

“All of our diamonds are GIA certified. On our buying trips, we pre-screen diamonds before we purchase and we could make the de-termination ourselves, but we go through the stringent certification process to give our customers peace of mind.”Sheiban Jewelers is at Sheiban Square, 16938 Pearl Road, Strongsville

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Love is in the air…and what goes better with love than food and wine? If you’re in the mood for romance and culinary adventure, check out these books from Medina County District Library.

Eight Hundred Grapes by Laura Dave. Af-ter learning something about her fiancé that makes her question going through with the marriage, Los Angeles lawyer Georgia Ford heads to her family’s vineyard in Northern Cal-ifornia to regroup. Instead of the idyllic place she grew up, though, Georgia finds her family rocked by uncertainty: her parents’ marriage is floundering, her brothers are fighting, and her father has decided to sell the vineyard. Laura gradually learns that the causes of her family’s turmoil are deeply rooted in the past. This is a charming, fast-moving story of a woman and a family on the edge of major change.

Swans of Fifth Avenue by Melanie Benja-min. Set in New York City in the 1950s and 1960s, Benjamin uses the real-life relationship of writer Truman Capote and socialite Babe Paley to inspire a story of gossip, wealth, se-crets, and vulnerability. Capote charmed his way into the hearts of many New York elite, eliciting their deepest secrets and fears. But when he published them, those hearts were broken. Juicy historical fiction from the au-thor of The Aviator’s Wife.

Food: A Love Story by Jim Gaffigan. Stand-up comic and father of five, Jim Gaf-figan loves to eat almost as much as he loves his family. In his inimitable style, he takes us on a journey through the world of his favorite foods, which all happen to be bad for us. His feeble willpower is no con-test for the likes of bacon, barbeque, pizza, and milkshakes. A simple ode to the love of eating becomes a hilarious read in Gaf-figan’s capable hands.

Kitchens of the Great Midwest by J. Ryan Stradal. An inventive debut novel that ex-plores how an infant girl eating pureed pork shoulder grew up to become a revered chef. Raised in the Midwest by relatives af-ter her mother (a sommelier) abandoned her and her father (a chef ) died sudden-ly, Eva Thorvald adored flavor from a very young age. Her exquisite palate earned her respect in the restaurant industry, and later, her private dinner parties earned her fame. Each chapter is narrated by a different per-

son in Eva’s life, giving the reader a unique view of the person Eva grew up to be.

A Picnic in Provence by Elizabeth Bard. Bard, a journalist, and her French husband Gwendal make the impulsive decision when she is six months pregnant to buy a house in Provence. Welcomed by the neighbors with a basket of fresh vegetables, the couple soon realizes that food is the anchor of life in Provence. A simply delicious memoir of family, friends, and flavor.


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Feeding your best friendARTICLE DR. STEVEN HICKS PHOTOGRAPHY KRISTY STEEVES

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Feeding the dog. Simple, right? Well, maybe not, since there are so many choices and so much information available about

pet nutrition. There is no best diet for dogs, in spite of all of the marketing campaigns to the contrary. If it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is. However, there are many excellent commercially available dog foods. Several pet food manufactur-ers also have veterinary prescription diets specifically designed to prevent and treat many common disorders. One example is Royal Canin, which makes a complete line of therapeutic diets in addition to wellness diets for all life stages.

What diets are best for your dog?Look for diets that are made by reputable companies that have

been around for a long time. They often have long histories of pro-ducing quality diets. Look for recent information on pet food recalls and the reason for the recall. Was it due to poor quality ingredients or lack of quality control? Also, make sure that you are feeding a diet that is appropriate for your dog’s life stage. Puppies have nutritional requirements that differ from adult dogs and should be fed a diet appropriate for growth.Wet and dry foods do not differ nutritionally; however, since wet foods are 75% water, dogs need to eat a lot more to get the same number of calories.

How much money should you spend on dog food?Expense doesn’t always equal quality. A higher price often means

higher quality ingredients and better quality control, but be careful that you’re not paying for fancy packaging and creative market-ing. For example, a new trend towards “grain-free” diets has creat-ed some relatively expensive new diets for dogs. However, there is no scientific evidence that grains are bad for dogs. On the contrary, grains contribute valuable nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, fiber, and essential fatty acids to diets while lowering fat and calories. Dogs are very efficient at digesting nutrients from grains. Many grain-free

diets simply substitute highly refined starches in place of grains, pro-viding fewer nutrients and less fiber while costing more.

What ingredients should you look for?Ingredient lists are often used to judge the quality of dog foods,

but this approach is very subjective and you can easily be fooled by the manipulation of pet food manufacturers. Ingredients are listed in order of weight, including water, so anything with high-water content, such as fresh meats and vegetables, will be listed higher than similar dry ingredients even though the nutri-ent content may be less. Dogs require nutrients, not ingredients; therefore a diet full of ingredients for marketing purposes can be less nutritious than a diet containing less appealing ingredients that are high in nutrients. For example, many by-products are far more nutrient dense than whole meats on a per weight basis, however, the terminology is less appealing to humans.

Are home-cooked diets healthier for your dog?High quality commercial diets generally offer the best nutrition

with the most convenience and affordability. However, some pet owners prefer to prepare home-cooked diets to control ingredients and allow customization of the diet for their dog. If you choose to cook for your dog, make sure that the diet you pick has been formulated by a qualified veterinary nutritionist. Avoid raw diets, as there is no sub-stantial evidence that these diets are better than cooked diets. On the contrary, raw diets have been associated with many health concerns.

Use these facts and the advice of your veterinarian to make the best decision on what to feed your dog to keep him or her happy and healthy for a very long time.

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Laura Jordan of Medina Raptor Center is thrilled. "We sure appreciate the help. In 2015 we took in about 600 injured birds. We have three veterinarians who donate their services, plus many volunteers. It's a wonderful thing to see an injured bird begin to heal and eventually fly back into the wild."

So, let's recap -- the Benders donated the tree that was chopped down for free by Treemasters on behalf of Medina's Odd Fellows, who donate their time to worthy causes. The tree was decorated by volunteers and photographed by a professional photographer who is donating the proceeds for the sale of the photo to the Medina Raptor Center. The Medina Raptor Center is manned by a staff of volunteers, including three veterinarians who donate their time to care for injured birds. And that, Medina County, is why you inspire us.

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The Story behind Medina's Christmas Tree

ARTICLE NANCY JOHNSON | PHOTOGRAPHY KRISTY STEEVES

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Julie Bender wasn't crazy about the pine tree in her Medina front yard. Overgrown at

20 feet, the Norway Spruce cast a dark shadow through her living room window.

"The first year we lived in our home, my husband strung lights to the very top of the tree," Julie says,"By the following year, it was too big to decorate."

In April, 2015, Julie and her husband Dan decided to have the tree removed. Julie called several tree trimming companies and settled on Treemasters of Medina. Treemasters arborist Jeff Bumbulis took a look at the tree and gave the couple an estimate. Then he offered an alternative.

"I told them I could chop down the tree that spring," says Jeff, "But if they waited until mid-November, I would chop down the tree for free."

Jeff asked Julie if she would donate the tree to the city. If so, he would donate his services to remove the tree. Julie agreed.

Jeff and certified arborist and Medina parks and recreation director, Jansen Wehrley, are in charge of finding Medina's Christmas tree. Jeff is also a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Medina, a group of local men dedicated to

contributing to the community. He decided he would donate his services to chop down the tree on behalf of the Odd Fellows.

That spring, Jeff sheared the tree so it would bulk up over the next seven months. "So it would look more like a Christmas tree," he says. The tree came down in mid-November, with the top 13 feet transferred to Medina Square's gazebo.

After being decorated by Main Street Medina staff members and volunteers in preparation for Candlelight Walk, the Christmas tree was lit by Medina Mayor Dennis Hanwell before an estimated crowd of 4000.

On Christmas night, professional photographer Kristy Steeves took a photograph of the tree. "It was overcast that night, but I waited to get the perfect shot. All of a sudden, the clouds cleared and there was the full moon, just behind the gazebo."

Kristy snapped the picture and posted it on Facebook. The next day, Kristy's phone started ringing as the photograph went viral. It seemed just about everybody wanted a copy of the photo.

"I decided to donate proceeds from the sale of the photograph to the Medina Raptor Center," says Kristy. "I wanted to choose a

(Below) Photograph by Kristy Steeves (Left) The Norway Spruce towers over the Bender home. Photo provided.


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Cruising in Europe is said to be the fastest growing travel segment of all time. Exotic destinations, intimate settings, and smaller ships are some of the reasons why river cruising is so appealing to couples. The perfect antidote to our fast-paced world, river cruising is an opportunity to relax in the slow lane. As your ship sails quietly along, you’ll absorb the scenery, hop off to explore riverside towns and discover exciting new cultures, all in one vacation. There are a variety of ships to choose from; many have unique options like Avalon’s exclusive Panorama Suites. These suites offer exceptional accommodations with more space to stretch out, innovative room configurations to enhance every view, and a huge open-air bal-cony that provides an indoor/outdoor seating area without sacrificing valuable cabin space. From meandering through Europe to quiet moments in your cabin – river cruising is all about romance.FUN IN THE SUN

Who can resist jetting off to the exotic Caribbean? Most islands are very easy to visit with short flights and generally only one connection. Crystal clear blue waters, expansive white sandy beaches, the calypso sounds of steel drums and the sincere hospitality of the locals make the Caribbean an exceptional choice. Stay in a villa or at an all-inclusive resort; the options are endless. Sandals and Couples Resorts tend to be the leaders in romantic vacations.

Sandals Resorts tout “The closer you look, the better we look.” Sandals has done an excellent job in enhancing every detail of its resorts, making it the leader in luxury-included romantic vacations. With more inclusions than any other resort, Sandals is geared for couples in love. Romantic fire pits, unique love-nest suites, offshore islands and gorgeous white sandy beaches can all be found at Sandals resorts in Jamaica, St. Lucia, Bahamas, Antigua, Grenada, and Barbados. Gourmet dining and a fine selection of Mondavi wines offer choices that will please any palette. Whether you're planning a destination wedding, vow-renewal, romantic getaway or honeymoon, you just can’t go wrong with a Sandals Resort. Romance is what Sandals does best.

“No worries, mon” is the vibe and laid-back, simple ambience at any of the Couples Resorts in Ochos Rios and Negril, Jamaica. In fact, Couples Resorts is the only venue where a chief romance officer is on staff. A romance concierge will help you select from a menu of romantic indulgent experiences. Choose from a wide range of options like an intimate cruise for two or breakfast along the shore at sunrise. With a pleasing price, Couples Resorts is affordable for almost anyone.CLOSER TO HOME

If travel out of the country is not in your budget, then consider an overnight trip to the Gervasi Winery in Canton, Ohio. Only 45 minutes from Medina, this is a quintessential weekend escape where you'll discover a fine selection of wines, culinary experiences, entertainment, and intimate villas with breathtaking views.Visit GervasiVineyard.com for more information or to book your next weekend es-

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Standing TallJON TESKE TAKES GAME TO NEW HEIGHTS

ARTICLE RICK NOLAND | PHOTOGRAPHY RON SCHWANE

Almost every day, and sometimes two or three times a day, Jon Teske gets the same question:

How tall are you?An 18-year-old senior at Medina High and the

reigning MVP for Medina County boys' basketball, Teske occasionally wants to give a sarcastic answer. But even when his mood is bad, which isn't often, his polite nature won't allow it.

Teske, who already has a full athletic scholarship to continue his basketball career at the University of Michigan, doesn't go into all this detail, but here's the answer to the question he gets, from people young and old, more than 500 times a year: He is 7 feet tall in bare feet and listed at 7-1 on Medina's official roster.

"I've always been the tallest kid in my class, so I don't worry about it anymore," he says. "I just kind of roll with it and have fun with it."

It helps that Teske's height isn't that notable at home. His father, Ben, is 6-8 and his mother, Ju-lie, is 6-1. Both played basketball at Grace College in Indiana. Sister Hannah, a junior at the Univer-sity of Akron and former high school swimmer, is 6-2, while younger sister Abby, a junior basketball player for Medina, is 6-0.

It helps, too, that Teske has seen where his height -- and hard work -- can take him. He started on Me-dina's varsity basketball team as a 15-year-old fresh-man, when he was 6-9 and 205 pounds, then grew to 6-11, 215 as a sophomore. Teske really blossomed as a 7-0, 230-pound junior, when he helped the Bees reach the Division I regional semifinals (final 16 teams), and now weighs almost 250 pounds.

Mixing occasional 3-pointers with an array of low-post moves, Teske averaged 16.8 points, 10.3 rebounds and 6.7 blocks in Medina's final 12 games last season. More impressive, he did so against teams that had a combined 155-69 record (.692), six league champion-ships and at least 10 major college prospects.

Teske is also the biggest reason why the Bees are one of the favorites to win the Greater Cleveland Conference this season, but except for becoming more vocal in terms of leading his teammates, his personal-ity hasn't changed much since his family moved from Michigan to Medina prior to his sixth-grade year.

"He's quiet," Bees junior point guard Ben Geschke says. "He's not a very loud kid. He's very focused on school. He's just incredibly nice to everyone."

Chris Hassinger, who took over the Medina boys' program prior to Teske's junior season but was coaching the girls' varsity prior to that, is im-pressed not only by his star player's development on the court, but also by the personality traits that have remained consistent throughout.

"A lot of times with big-time players come big-time egos," Hassinger says. "It's the total opposite with Jon. He's an unbelievable human being. He's just got it all, as a person and a player."

Teske, who owns a 3.5 grade-point average and plans to major in accounting at Michigan, is highly unlikely to ever become a credit-grabbing, trash-talking player, but don't be fooled by his quiet demeanor.

"He's our best leader," Hassinger says. "People don't realize it. He's the director of everything that goes on out there, especially defensively."

Hassinger believes Teske, who faces constant dou-ble- and triple-teaming in high school, has a chance to become an All-Big Ten center at Michigan, but the coach's praise doesn't end there.

"I'm 100 percent sure he can play professionally somewhere," Hassinger says. "The work ethic is there; the skill is there. There's not many guys like him."

For now, Teske is a high school student. Still needing to shave just once a week, capable of adding another 20 pounds of muscle without losing any mobility and pos-sibly not yet done growing, he is learning to not only embrace his height, but use it to his full advantage.

"He doesn't hesitate to tell anyone he's 7 foot now," his dad Ben says. "With his basketball development and Michigan (scholarship), he's starting to see where it's opening doors."

Teske may have to duck a bit when he goes through those doors, but he's not complaining.

"Everywhere I go, I know someone is staring at me, but I've kind of gotten used to that," he says. "I have young kids running up to me all the time, so that's nice. You never know how you might impact someone."Rick Noland is the assistant sports editor at The (Medina

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ARTICLE NANCY JOHNSON | PHOTOGRAPHY ERIN BAKAWHO: Scott and Tina Sabol. Scott is the morning meteorologist at WJW Fox 8, Cleveland. Tina is the community engagement manager for Medina Coun-ty District Library. Married for 13 ½ years, the couple met at television station WBOY in Clarksburg, West Virginia. Scott is originally from Hudson; Tina is from Medina. The couple live in Medina with their two children.TINA’S FAVORITES

1. I got this t-shirt my freshman year of high school. I actually lost the origi-nal my junior year and bought this one from a friend. I still wear it; it’s always been so comfortable.

2. If there’s one thing that defines us as a couple, it’s our love of travel. We bought the print in Florence, Italy several years ago. The table runner is from my trip to Greece with my mom in September, 2015.

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years and it’s never let me down. My smoothie recipe is 5 strawberries, ¼ cup blueberries, a banana, about 6 pineapple chunks and as much spinach as I can shove into the blender.

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