WATERVILLE, Ohio (WOWO). Wildlife rescuers in Ohio and Michigan are facing a growing workload, rising operating costs and fewer places to turn as development pushes wild animals out of their natural habitats. Natureβs Nursery in Waterville broke its annual record for animal admissions in early October β with two and a half months still remaining in the year. The nonprofit had already taken in 3,900 animals, surpassing its previous record. The increase is not limited to northwest Ohio. Out-Ba