Age has taken a toll on the ranks of the local Little League umpire group and reinforcements are needed.
The Charlie Brett Chazmo Umpire group is looking to fill its ranks, appealing to men and women from all walks of life looking for some extra spending money. Knowledge of baseball is a prerequisite for the job.
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