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Campbell County School District leaders were puzzled when Grant’s Lick Elementary School was listed as a renovation project that would be funded with about $4.4 million if legislators approved a statewide gambling measure this spring. District officials weren’t unhappy with the idea of fixing up the elementary school, but the building is in relatively good shape, and it wasn’t one of the priorities listed in the district’s own facilities plan, said Superintendent Anthony Strong. Plus, the cost for the renovations was about $1 million more than the district estimated, Strong said. “When I saw those dollar amounts in there I was like, ‘What in the world? Where did they come up with this?’” he said. Legislators pushing for gambling to pass had taken the dollar amount the district had approved for its facilities plan for Grant’s Lick two years earlier and asked Kentucky Department of Education officials to estimate what it would cost to do the project now, Strong said. The legislators had taken the worst and second worst-rated schools in terms of age of the building and what it would require to renovate the school, he said. The legislators’ plan also didn’t provide facilities funding for all districts, and it didn’t take into account districts who have taken care of their older buildings. “They were saying if we tied some of this money to school construction, maybe somebody would vote for gambling,” Strong said. It’s more important for the state to adequately fund education through the funding formula

“When I saw those dollar amounts in there I was like, ‘What in the world? Where did they come up with this?’”

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that’s in place, he said. Campbell County and other public school districts in Northern Kentucky are all near the very bottom in funding per student in state-wide rankings across, Strong said. Legislators continue to fail to address the real problem of fixing the Support Education Excellence in Kentucky (SEEK) formula, said board member Rich Mason. As property value assessments go up, growing districts like Campbell County have gradually received less state funding yearly, he said. Some districts, including Fort Thomas, can envision the day that local property taxes will have to pay for about 100 percent of school funding, Mason said. The seek formula was supposed to be an equalizer because most of the rural schools were at a disadvantage, but now districts in this part of the state are being put at a disadvantage, he said. “We need them to look at changing the formula, not just throw out a few buildings here (and) there,” Mason said. While it would be nice to have a newly renovated elementary school in Grant’s Lick, there is a question of whether that would be a wise decision that wasn’t considered by legislators, said board member Mike Combs. “The bigger question is why wouldn’t you ask the superintendents or the local boards before you pondered up this which amounted to hundreds of millions in school spending,” Combs said.

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Zac Holtkamp, 16, of Alexandria takes the final step across the finish line to take first place with a winning time of exactly 18 minutes in the Blue Jay 5K/Run at St. Joseph Parish in Cold Spring Saturday, Aug. 1. Holtkamp is a member of Bishop Brossart High School's cross country team. The second place winner, Andy Wolfer, 16, of Alexandria is also on Brossart's track and cross country teams, and finished with a time of 18 minutes and 11 seconds. Brad Dunlevy, 35, of Newport finished in third with a time of 18 minutes and 17 seconds. In the front of the picture below are Karen Toll of Wilder wearing No. 1264 and Tom Rawe of Cold Spring wearing No. 1242.

Fair board preparing for spotlight By Chris Mayhew cmayhew@nky.com

Camp Camel

With help from the Girl Scouts, the unfamiliar world of a new and bigger school becomes a little less daunting during the annual Camp Camel for students preparing to enter sixth grade at Campbell County Middle School About 300 students, or almost 75 percent of the incoming sixth grade students, attended this year’s Camp Camel. SCHOOLS, A6

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With a new stage and covered seating area for audiences to watch pageants and listen to live music and karaoke, the 153rd Alexandria Fair and Horse Show is being planned with a “That’s entertainment” theme. This year’s fair starts with the annual parade down Washington Street to the fairgrounds in Alexandria at 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2. Country singer and nightclub owner Bobby Mackey will be the grand marshal, and parade floats will keep with the entertainment theme, said Valerie Sanzenbacher, an associate member of the fair board who organizes both the parade and the baby contests. The new stage will help pageant contestants and the audience stay out of the sun, she said. “The audience, they’re going to

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Registration for all baby, beauty and other fair pageants will be conducted at the offices at the Alexandria Fairgrounds on two dates. The first registration date will be from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, and the second date will be from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27. be under cover with this stage, it’s going to be a lot cooler,” Sanzenbacher said. The fair will continue through Monday, Sept. 7, but besides the new stage, most everything else will remain the same as in past years at the fair, said fair board member Rick Fugate. There will be a “Back Seat Driver” blindfolded cart driving contest, and wheelbarrow races immediately after the parade Sept. 2, Fugate said. And Friday, Sept. 4 will feature hat contests in categories including hats made of food, western hats, and “craziest” hats. The annual fair also features

beauty pageants, horse shows and contests, judged livestock contests, an exhibit hall for homemade foods, handmade textiles and crops, and a midway full of rides. “People just enjoy the fellowship and having a good old time for a week,” Fugate said. Fugate has become known in recent years for his parade antics while wearing a set of bib overalls and straw hat. “I rode the stick pony one year, and one year I was collecting the horse manure at the end of (the parade),” he said. Fugate pushed a wheelbarrow through the parade with a Bank of

Kentucky representative riding in the bucket who tossed out candy. “The cat isn’t out of the bag what I’m going to be or do this year,” Fugate said. “That’s got to be the surprise.” There are 15 elected fair board members, and about 50 associate members who do much of the grunt work of really making the fair happen, Fugate said. “You know when the fair is nearing the board members are all stressing out up at the Spare-Time Grill trying to plan it,” he said. “Trying to make sure everything falls into place.” The Spare-Time is also where a running joke about the fair’s nickname of “The World’s Fair” has its roots, Fugate said. “All the locals will say ‘Well how’s The World’s Fair coming today?’” he said. The fair is a point of pride for everyone, Fugate said.

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Sewer service: What Sanitation District No. 1 is building By Chris Mayhew cmayhew@nky.com

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of Northern Kentucky expects to fund as much as $112 million in improve-

ments to the oft-unseen sewer network beneath people’s feet this fiscal year.

Most of the projects in the capital expenditure budget will help SD1 meet

requirements set forth in the federal consent decree, a binding legal agreement, with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to eliminate sewer overflows and improve water quality. While the most of projects for improving the Eastern Regional system in Campbell County have been completed in 2008 or 2009, including a new $38.5 million treatment plant in Alexandria, there are multiple improvements in the county scheduled for work in the fiscal year 2010 that started July 1, 2009 and ends June 30, 2010. • SD1 is eliminating two of its larger combined sewer overflows at pump stations where Manhattan Harbour in Dayton is being built through a cost sharing plan with the developer. The Manhattan Harbour project is already about 75 percent complete. The project includes the construction of an 84-inch line replacing a smaller 30-inch line that will help store a mix of storm and sanitary sewer water during heavy rains until the water can properly drain to a treatment plant instead of overwhelming the two pump stations. It’s expected cause an annual combined sewer overflow reduction by 56 million gallons, said Chris Novak, assistant general manager and director of SD1’s capital improvements program. “Right now without that project it just goes right into the river,” Novak said. SD1’s share of the Manhattan Harbour project is $14.2 million, he said. “We’re spending a significant amount of money to eliminate combined sewer overflows,” Novak said. • Another project is the elimination of a pump station for sanitary sewer service on Ripple Creek Road in Cold Spring with a new gravity line that will take the flow elsewhere and eliminate overflow issues at a cost of about $930,000, Novak said.

Beyond 2010

Beyond 2010, SD1 is investigating how to eliminate sanitary sewer overflows at small pump station in Crestview and Harrison Harbor on the Ohio River near Melbourne. SD1 is also planning an about $20 million project that would start in 2011 to build a new pump station near Ash Street in Silver Grove and change the flow of untreated sewage uphill to the new treatment plant in Alexandria instead of the current system along the Ohio River all the way to a treatment plant in Bromley in Kenton County. Another project SD1 is planning for 2011 and beyond is the reduction of storm water inflow into the sanitary sewer system along Vernon Lane in Fort Thomas by working with home owners to disconnect down spouts from sewer lines and finding a place for the water to go without causing flooding issues. The pump station, serving about 67 residential properties and six non-residential properties overflows an estimated 11 times a year during wet weather for a total volume of about 170,000 gallons annually. The overflow discharges into a tributary of Riffle Creek, which flows into the Licking River. • Changes to utilities along Covert Run Pike in Bellevue is a project SD1 is participating with by providing about $750,000 in construction funding for the project for storm water and sanitary sewer infrastructure improvements. The City of Bellevue is taking the lead on the project, and SD1 is providing funding, Novak said. “The majority of this work is you’re improving a system that’s aging,” said James Turner, program manager for SD1’s capital improvements program. It’s something everyone should care about even if they don’t see it every day, Turner said. “Buried infrastructure really doesn’t get the same attention as roads and bridges,” he said.

Spending in Kenton and Boone

About $59 million of SD1’s 2010 capital improvement budget is expected to be spent on improvements in the agency’s Western Regional system including a large underground storage tunnel known as the Western Regional Conveyance System and a new treatment plant in Boone County. SD1 has also received about $4 million in federal stimulus money that will be used to fund about half of the cost of four projects in Kenton County. One of the projects will include modifications on a storm water retention basin along I-75 south of Kyles Lane, and to construct a series of berms to hold back water on the flat grassy hill along I-75 in the Cut-in-the-Hill where the former interstate right-ofway went through. The projects are aimed at helping reducing SD1’s largest combined sewer overflow (CSO) called Willow Run directly beneath the Brent Spence Bridge on the Ohio River in Covington. There are also two stimulus-funded projects along Banklick Creek including the creation of a six-acre wetland where Ky. 17 passes over both the creek and railroad tracks. Further upstream on the Banklick in Independence there will be a stream bank restoration project where the bank has eroded and pipes carrying sewage have become exposed and have broken because of that. All the stimulus-funded projects are scheduled to be bid out by February 2010, said James Turner, program manager for SD1’s capital improvements program.

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The Alexandria Park and Recreation Committee is hosting a family movie night at the Alexandria Community Park the evening of Friday, Aug. 7. The movie “The Princess Bride” will begin at dusk. The event, sponsored by The Kentucky Farm Bureau is free for the public, and people can bring a blank to watch the movie. There will be pizza, soda and candy for sale at a concession stand. The park, which includes a playground, is located off Grandview Drive on Alexandria Drive.

Directors attend emergency workshop

William Ray Turner, the new director of the Campbell County Office of Emergency Management, attended the Governor’s Emergency Management Workshop in Louisville from July 29-31. Ron Schneider, the office’s deputy director also attended. Turner and Schneider participated in discussions of issues and initiatives about emergency management and homeland security including: hazardous materials and homeland security exercises, terrorism response, and preparation concepts for an Influenza pandemic.

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From left, Skylar Morrison, 15, of Alexandria, a full-back for Campbell County High School's junior varsity football team, and Core Cox, 16, of Alexandria, a receiver and safety for the varsity team, paint a railing purple at Bob Miller Stadium behind Campbell County Middle school during the Pride Inside Annual Clean-up for friends of the district's football program Saturday, Aug. 1.

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‘Rolling with pride

Wendy Hertzenberg of Alexandria rolls on a fresh coat of yellow along the bottom of the stands at Bob Miller Stadium behind Campbell County Middle school during the Pride Inside annual clean-up for friends of the district's football program Saturday, Aug. 1. Hertzenberg's husband Greg is standing behind her with a brush in hand.

Adam Morgan, 11, of Alexandria known as “mad dog” on the Campbell County Middle School football team, takes aim with brush in hand while painting a concession building at Bob Miller Stadium in Alexandria during the Pride Inside Annual Clean-up for friends of the school district’s football program.

Paul Griffis of Alexandria is covered in pink with purple paint while working at Bob Miller Stadium behind Campbell County Middle school during the Pride Inside Annual Clean-up for friends of the Campbell County Schools football program Saturday, Aug. 1.

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Teaching to fit in middle school groove By Chris Mayhew cmayhew@nky.com

With help from the Girl Scouts, the unfamiliar world of a new and bigger school becomes a little less daunting during the annual Camp Camel for students preparing to enter sixth grade at Campbell County Middle School. The day camp covers everything from finding lockers to teaching former elementary students how to “slide to the left” at a school dance when the “Cha Cha Slide” by DJ Casper is played. About 300 students, or almost 75 percent of the incoming sixth grade students, attended this year’s Camp Camel, Monday Aug. 3. The camp included sessions about anti-bullying, a “Let’s Dance” class, study skills taught by a librarian, locker-opening challenges, and a fashion show to teach them what is and isn’t accepted by the school’s dress code. Students criss-crossed the school to make it to their sessions on a timed schedule similar to what they’ll be doing when classes start Aug. 10. Sixth-grade student Jimmy Lackey of Melbourne said he was worried about finding his way through the school because of how big it is. To help students learn the layout of the school, they played a scavenger hunt.

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Terri Straub, far left, membership outreach specialist for the Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road Council, gives directions to new sixth grade students entering Campbell County Middle School this fall during Camp Camel, an orientation day from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3 CHRIS MAYHEW/STAFF

From left, Jacob Mackie of Cold Spring and Carson Plessinger of Alexandria hang on to a hula hoop to stay together as a team as they lead Gus Hermes, far left, of Cold Spring and Seth Mains, far right, of Alexandria on a scavenger hunt through Campbell County Middle School during the sixthgrade orientation known as Camp Camel Tuesday, Aug. 3. Teams of four or five students carried a hula hoop together without letting go to stay together while using a map to learn the school building’s layout and find everything from the art room and assistant principal’s office. “It’s way easier when you walk around and see where everything is,” Lackey said. Jacob Menear of Highland Heights said he was concerned

about being able to get back to and find his locker between classes. “It’s hard to find your locker,” Menear said. The goal of the camp is easing anxiety about entering middle school, said Terri Straub, membership outreach specialist for the Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road Council, the group that organizes the annual event.

Students go from being top dog in elementary school to being low man on the totem pole in sixth grade, Straub said. “There’s a lot of intimidation factors, a lot of fears, and basically it all comes down to an unknown,” she said. The students don’t know the building or the teachers, and changing that is the aim of the camp. Straub organizes similar readiness events at nine other area middle schools, and the camp is in its ninth year at CCMS, which was the pilot program for all the others

that followed. Students had a chance at Camp Camel to talk to a teacher about what supplies are appropriate to bring to school, and there were sessions for girls about maintaining a positive self-image. There’s even a session taught by the Northern Kentucky Independent Health District to help them learn about hygiene as they enter puberty, she said. “Our goal is by the end of the day, these kids are going to be prepared for the first day of school and the first year of school,” Straub said.

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Siblings Olivia Fries, 9, left, and Bryce Fries, 7 , both of California, filled their back packs with donated pencils, erasers, notebooks, paper, folder and candy to be ready for the start of their school year as students at Campbell Ridge Elementary School during Readi-fest at Campbell County Middle School Tuesday, July 28.

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Back to school buzz

Wesley Henry, center, 7, of California, shakes off some loose hair after receiving a free Mohawk-style cut from Susan’s Salon & Spa stylist inside Campbell County Middle School during Readi-fest, an event for families of students to pick up free school supplies and information, Tuesday, July 28. Surrounding Wesley, from left, are his mother, Joyce Spencer; his 9-year-old brother Devin; and his father, Marcus Henry. Campbell County students go back to school Aug. 10.

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There’s no mistaking sisters Kylie Lynn Sizemore, left, 13, wearing sunglasses showing her name in pink, and Ciara Sizemore, right, 11, as the duo walks through the cafeteria of Campbell County Middle School during Readi-fest at Campbell County Middle School Tuesday, July 28. Both sisters, Alexandria residents, will attend CCMS this year.

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Sam Herald, 9, of Alexandria, receives a buzz cut from Susan's Salon & Spa sylist Ashley Schneider during Campbell County Schools' Readi-fest at Campbell County Middle School, Tuesday, July 28.

Dottey Tilton, 3, of Alexandria, with hot dog in hand, listens to Campbell County Schools’ “Barney” the talking bus tell her some safety tips along with Jamie Berberick, 8, left, of Alexandria, during Readi-fest at Campbell County Middle School Tuesday, July 28.

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Paige Hedger, 6, of Cold Spring, has black and brown puppies painted onto both cheeks by Chelsea Vires, 14, of Alexandria during Campbell County Schools' Readi-fest at Campbell County Middle School Tuesday, July 28.

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Camels’ boys golf looks to reload By Adam Kiefaber akiefaber@nky.com

The Campbell County boys’ golf team will turn to four returning golfers from last year’s team in hopes to replace graduated seniors Michael Petering, Jordan Wyatt and Greg Schmidt. Petering and Wyatt were two of Northern Kentucky’s top golfers last season. In fact, Petering was the medalist at the 8th Region tournament with a low score of 74. The Camels’ four returning golfers include senior Brad Forman, junior Jake Ripberger, junior Brandon Boyers and sophomore Sam Mefford. Campbell County head coach Wayne Heringer said Forman is the team’s “most consistent player returning from last season” and that Ripberger “has improved greatly.” “Even though we lost those three seniors, the golfers that we have returning have been working on their game and I am looking forward to a great season,”

Heringer said. “I think we can surprise a few people.” During the team tryouts, Ripberger shot the lowest score, 79. Joining the Camels’ returning golfers are firstyear players senior Cody Young, junior Keith Scharstein, sophomore Dalton Griffin and freshman Andrew Perrin. “If one of the four new players can step up their game we should have a good season,” Heringer said. Campbell County will have to play well if it hopes to contend with regional favorite Pendleton County, which returns four of its top five from last year’s 8th Region title team.

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The Mustangs (8th Region) will also return four of its varsity golfers from last season. Leading the team will be seniors Ben Kroger and Jordan Verst. Other returning golfers include sophomores Bryan

Kraus and Eric Walz. “The team is looking to improve on where they have placed in the regional tournament and qualify for the state tournament,” Bishop Brossart head coach Christ Holtz said. Last year, Bishop Brossart finished ninth in the 8th Region tournament, but won the 10th Region All “A” title.

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Leading the Thoroughbreds (8th Region) this season will be returning senior golfers Tyler Lampe, Adam Ulbricht and Jared Leick. Returning junior Brady Gray is also one of the top returning golfers. Lampe was the team’s low scorer last year. During tryouts, first-year golfer sophomore Andy Miller shot the lowest average. NewCath hopes to improve its 5-12 record from a year ago.

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Ruberg stands out on Brossart’s golf team By Adam Kiefaber

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Last fall, Bishop Brossart’s Abby Ruberg was the only girl golfer from Campbell County to qualify for the state tournament. Furthermore, according to her coach, Suzette Glaab, Ruberg was Bishop Brossart’s first girl golfer to ever qualify for state. Now a senior, Ruberg hopes to return to the state tournament when it takes place this fall, Oct. 8-10, at the Bowling Green Country Club. Over the summer, Ruberg performed well in the Northern Kentucky 7Up Junior Golf Tour and wishes that she had started at a younger age. “I actually never picked up a club until after my freshman year. I was actually really, really into soccer,” Ruberg said. “I think the one regret I have is not starting when I was younger.” Ironically, Ruberg’s teammates are very young and many of them have been playing golf since the fifth grade. Besides Ruberg, the roster is made up of freshmen Amanda Pfefferman and Lauren Seiter; eighth-graders Brittany

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Bishop Brossart senior-to-be Abby Ruberg will be one of the top players again this year in the 8th Region and the leader of her school’s golf team. Burkhardt and Madison Schneider; and seventhgrader Taylor Burkhardt. “I think it is really cool that they are starting at a young age,” Ruberg said. “Within two years I have gotten to this point, I just wish that I would have started back when they were starting.” Ruberg admits that she might have started too late to pursue a college scholarship in golf, but she currently has a 3.9 grade point average and is already thinking about where she

Brossart’s 8th Region foe, Campbell County, will be led by first-year head coach Lynn Gokey, who takes over the Camels’ golf program after stints at Ohio high schools Anderson and Amelia. Overall, Gokey comes in with eight years of head-coaching experience. One of the many reasons Gokey came to Campbell County was because a good friend of hers had a daughter on school’s golf team. It has been over a week since Gokey was hired and she has seen three of her tryouts rained out.

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Leading the Thoroughbreds (6th Region) will be sophomore Courtney Tierney, who is currently shooting in the 80s this summer. Described by her coach as a “quiet leader,” Tierney is primed for a big season after missing time last year with a shoulder injury. Rounding out the rest of the roster is fellow sophomore Paige Arnold and a slew of seniors that include Bridget Parr, Liz Grothaus, Anna Howard and Olivia Guth.

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Drew McDonald of Cold Spring with his 7-Up Tour championship trophy in the boys 12-13 age group July 28 at Boone Links.

is A.J. Jolly in Alexandria. He plans to attend Newport Central Catholic and said he has a chance to make NCC’s golf team next year. Annika (girls): Kia Bakunawa 167, Krista Power 168, Morgan Larison 172, KatieScarlett Skinner 174, Angela Pugliano 178, Kristin Smith 179. Missed cut: Kelsey Kennedy 93, Abby Ruberg 93, Lauren Vice 97, Christian Arn, 101, Sydney Swingos 101, Sydney Scheben 102, Haley Hart 120. Boys 11 and under: Paul Huber 123, Michael Bracken 125, Tyler Lippert 140, Griffin Flesch 142, Jacob Vrolijk 145, Ryan Clements 147, Grant Garrison 156, Leighton Schrand 161. Boys 12-13: Drew McDonald 158, Logan Gamm 159, Zach Adams 161, Merik Berling 163, Brett Bauereis 169, Parker Harris 174. Missed cut: Jeff Lynn 86, Timmy Fritz 86, Jackson Frame 89, Daniel Lee 93. Boys 14-15: Blake Hamilton 151, Seattle Stein 153, Adam Millson 154, Blake Adkins 166, Alex Scanlon 167, Tim Livingood 167. Missed cut: Lane Weaver 85, Carter Hibbard 86, Bradley Litzinger 86, Austin Molen 88, Bryan Kraus 88, Adam Ditzel 94. Boys 16-18: Josh Moorman 148, Steve Rickels 149, Phoenix Ramsey 151, Andrew Kinman 152, Ryan Broughton 153, Michael Petering 156. Missed cut: Jordan Wyatt 79, Blake Trimpe 80, Alex Ammerman 82, David Schuh 85, Scott Rowe 86, Adam Dietz 97.

As of Monday, Aug. 3, Northern Kentucky Knothole Division 2 teams had yet to win a city title, but two teams were still alive. Rain pushed back several games as the week went on. Finals were originally scheduled for Aug. 1. The Colts of Campbell County District 23 lost the B-Junior finals, losing to the Olympian Club Outlaws in the final. The Outlaws were the West Region representative. Players are Gabe Roberts, Kyle Becker, Justin Heil, Matteo Morrison, Grant Schilling, Jake Flairty, Nick Dierig, Jake Wieland, Brent Brocker, Matt Striegel and Jon

Henn. Assistant coaches are Anton Striegel and Tim Henn. The C-Junior title is in reach for American Legion in District 22, Campbell County. The Legion were scheduled to play in the final Tuesday, Aug. 4 against the Corpus Christi Reds. The Reds have to win twice to claim the title, the American Legion just once. Players are Noah Billings, Tommy Smith, Drew Bravard, Derek Wilkening, Alex Runion, Michael Chaffin, Braden Posey, Jonathon Thomas, Brett Clark, Jalen McDaniel, Tommy Spicer, and Logan Lawson. The Rattlers of Boone County were eliminated Sunday in the Class A loser’s bracket final. The Rattlers lost to the Bethel Rangers

for the second time in the tourney. The Rattlers beat the Kings Brewers July 28 in the loser’s bracket by a 10-2 count. Jacob Wallace threw a two-hitter, and struck out five. The Gators of Boone County were also eliminated in Class D. They lost to the Mason Aces on Aug. 2. In B-Senior, the Taylor Mill Titans were scheduled in the finals to begin Tuesday, Aug. 4. The Titans, from District 28 Kenton County, were to face the Tealtown Tigers of the East Region. The Tigers have to win twice to take the title from the Titans. In C-Senior, the Storm of District 29, Kenton County, were eliminated Aug. 2 in the loser’s bracket by the Riptide.

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The Northern Kentucky Reds 9U baseball team has a few openings on its fall team. The team has done well in the recreation leagues in Northern Kentucky and has played in tournaments in both Kentucky and Ohio, and wants to move the team toward more competitive baseball. Players cannot turn 10 before May 1, 2010. Call Steve Baker, 859-240-0661.

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Cold Spring teen wins 7-Up golf title Drew McDonald has dominated his age group in the 7-Up Junior Golf Tour this summer. He needed that winning experience to pull out the biggest win of the season. McDonald won the tour championship in the 12-13 age group with a two-round total of 158 July 27-28. The first round was at Lassing Pointe in Union, the second at Boone Links in Burlington. McDonald will be a seventhgrader at St. Joseph’s in Cold Spring. He beat Ryle’s Logan Gamm by one stroke. Five strokes separated the top four finishers. McDonald won six events in the regular season. “I feel good,” McDonald said. “I came in today knowing I was two down. I had a shot to win, I just had to play well. People I played with played well. It was a good battle.” McDonald still trailed by two on hole 14 in the final round, when he scrambled for par after his drive left him in a bad lie. His playing partners bogeyed the same hole, opening the door for him to take the lead over the next three holes. McDonald has been playing since age 3, and his home course

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The Northern Kentucky Soccer Academy has immediate openings in U9/U10 boys and U13 boys for the fall 2009, spring 2010 select soccer seasons. E-mail nksa.soccer@yahoo.com or call 426-4300 as soon as possible. For more information on the academy, visit http://mynksa.blogspot.com.

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Pre-game goofiness

The Schneider Blades Campbell County Rural Girls Softball team have some pre-game fun at Northern Kentucky University. From left are Jamie Schneider, Hanna Owen, Chelsey Brownfield, Kelsey Holt, Kayla Hitt, Hannah Hatch, Jennifer Schneider, Katelyn Verst, Bridgette Kemper, Kaleigh Linkugel. The girls are coached by Frank Schneider.

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Soccerama to celebrate sport’s history By James Weber jweber@nky.com

John Horton is hoping to create new soccer fans in Northern Kentucky. Horton, the former longtime Covington Catholic head boys’ soccer coach, is looking to give local boys’ prep players a lot of exposure in August. He is the chair of this year’s Soccerama, a series of preseason exhibition games at Ryle High School

Aug. 7-8. The exhibition features 23 Northern Kentucky schools and will be important benchmarks as they prepare for the regular season to begin Aug. 17. Horton said while sports such as basketball and football have a broad base of interested spectators, soccer teams have to work harder to promote themselves. “We hope to bring a lot of people and raise the interest in boys’ high school

soccer,� he said. “And we want the kids participating to feel good in themselves. We’re looking to bring a bit of interest and put players in the spotlight, let them show what they can do.� The exhibition will take place on Ryle’s artificial turf soccer/football field. Besides soccer, Ryle will add a lot of off-field activities. Food and sports vendors will be there, and the armed services will have a climbing wall. Various dance teams will perform among other activities. “We’ll make it like a festival atmosphere,� Ryle

head boys’ soccer coach Stephen Collins said. “Ryle has never hosted this before. When we agreed to host it, Coach Horton and I decided to go all out.� The schedule starts with an evening session Friday, Aug. 7, then separate early and late sessions Saturday, Aug. 8. Admission is $5 per session or $10 for all three. Collins and Horton said the Soccerama will also celebrate the history of boys soccer in Northern Kentucky. A program to be sold at the tourney contains a thorough history of each

Boys’ Soccerama schedule All at Ryle High School. Friday, Aug. 7: 5 p.m., Gallatin County vs. Covington Latin JV; 6:30 p.m., Simon Kenton vs. Grant County; 8 p.m., Conner vs. Campbell County; 9:30 p.m., Highlands vs. St. Henry. Saturday, Aug. 8 (morning session): 8 a.m., Walton-Verona vs. Carroll County; 9:30 a.m.,

Owen County vs. Covington Latin; 11 a.m., Villa Madonna vs. Cooper; 12:30 p.m. Calvary Christian vs. Holy Cross. Saturday, Aug. 8 (evening session): 5 p.m., Boone County vs. Dixie Heights; 6:30 p.m., Pendleton County vs. Scott; 8 p.m., Covington Catholic vs. Newport Central Catholic; 9:30 p.m., Ryle vs. Brossart.

school’s boys’ soccer program involved in the Soccerama and an outlook to each team’s 2009 campaign. Coaches of participating teams had the chance to spotlight certain players or aspects of their program. All-time statistical records and postseason his-

tories are also in the program. Horton, who began coaching in 1979, compiled the historical data. “A lot of the things I just knew from being there,� he said. “I was a witness or heard the story. It’s a labor of love. I love the high school game.�

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The Campbell County Rockets “C� division baseball team celebrates winning the Northern Kentucky Hitmen’s Memorial Day tournament, defeating the Bellevue Vets’ Hurricanes in the finals. In front, from left, are Brady Gesenhues, Jacob Smith, Devon Burkhart, Josh Schneider and Connor Kreeger. In second row are Nick Kendall, Patrick Henson, Mark Walkenhorst, Bo Hebel, Jared Dougherty and Austin Neff. In back row are Coaches Eric Neff, Dennis Campbell, Bob Gesenhues, Tony Dougherty and Greg Scheider; sponsors Todd McHugh and Scott Anderson of Omega Processing and coaches Jim Kreeger and Dave Walkenhorst.

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It thrives during summer. You can barely see it coming, but at its worst it has been known to kill. It is particularly dangerous for children, the elderly and people with respiratory problems, but it does not discriminate – affecting every person it comes into contact with. What is this silent pollutant? Smog. The word itself comes from a combination of smoke and fog, two things that have a similar look to smog’s hazy appearance. However, the white vapor that makes up smog is actually a form of air pollution. “Smog is a very serious issue in our region, negatively affecting the health of our residents and the environment we live in,” said Steve Pendery, president of the Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments (OKI) and Campbell County executive judge. “It’s a concern that should be on the minds of everyone in the area - especially during this time of year.” Smog can be caused by a vari-

ety of chemical reactions, but in the Greater Cincinnati area the main component is groundlevel ozone. This type of ozone is the very same gas is found Emily that miles above Feldman earth’s surface in Community the ozone layer, when ozone is Press guest but close to the columnist ground it is labeled as ground-level ozone or “bad” ozone. Smog and ground-level ozone are both created when heat and sunlight react with vehicular and industrial emissions, causing dangerous effects on people’s health and the environment. Smog affects the lungs’ working capacity, making it harder to breath. It can cause shortness of breath, pain, wheezing and coughing as well as nose and eye irritation. Inhaling smog can cre-

ate longer-lasting health problems, such as, chronic inflammation of lung tissue, increased respiratory symptoms, heart attacks, lung disease and chronic bronchitis. Throughout the year, air pollution levels are monitored. When there are high levels of emissions in the presence of sunlight or high temperatures, a smog alert is issued to warn individuals of the pollution. Local media outlets announce when a smog alert is in effect - but smog alert information can also be found by calling 1800-621-SMOG. Residents can also sign up to receive an e-mail or fax alert by calling the number. Smog is particularly harmful for children, the elderly and people with asthma or respiratory problems because their lungs are more sensitive to air pollution. It is recommended that these groups limit outdoor activity during smog alerts. There are also a variety of ways to reduce individual air pollution. “By staying informed and

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We welcome guest columns on all sides of an issue; however, potential columnists should reserve space in advance with Editor Michelle Shaw by calling 578-1053. Include with your column your name, address, daytime telephone number, and a two-to-three line biography outlining your expertise related to this topic. Either include a color headshot of yourself, or make arrangements when you call to have your photo taken here. We reserve the right to edit for length, accuracy and clarity. Columns may be no more than 500 words. Deadline: Noon Friday for next Thursday’s issue. E-mail: mshaw@communitypress.com Letters, columns and articles submitted to The Community Recorder may be published or distributed in print, electronic or other forms. making simple adjustments to our daily routine, we can all help reduce this harmful form of pollution,” said OKI Executive Director Mark Policinski. “Keeping track of smog alerts helps us know when those adjustments are crucial.” Some of these adjustments include walking, riding a bike or carpooling to reduce vehicle emissions and filling up vehicles and using gasoline powered lawn

equipment after 8 p.m. More information about smog and tips to reduce air pollution can be found at www.DoYourShare.org or by calling 1-800-621-SMOG. Emily Feldman is the Ohio-KentuckyIndiana Regional Council of Governments clean air assistant.

Requirements for swimming pools in the county I received an e-mail request last week suggesting an article on swimming pools and requirements surrounding their use. The writer pointed out the types of pools that are now for sale at many retail outlets, the ease with which the pools can be set up, and that many of these pools are relatively inexpensive. The writer also attached some pictures of a couple of these pools. The request brought to light a real issue that is occurring in many of our communities and that may put many of our children at risk. The pools in question are self-supporting and designed to be stand-alone units. Many of them can be put up and taken down with relative ease. What is important to realize is that many, if not all of these pools, are required to provide the same protections and meet the same standards as an in-ground pool or conventional above-ground pools. Failure to comply with these requirements can create liability issues for the pool and/or land

owner. Swimming pool construction and maintenance is an area covered more by local ordinance than state regulations. Most cities have ordinances regulating the construction and maintenance of inground and above-ground pools. Those regulations may vary somewhat by city, but in this article, I will discuss typical regulations found in city's zoning ordinances. Most city ordinances require that pools be located in the rear yard or in a side yard if a rear yard location is not possible due to the typography or unusual shape of the lot. All in-ground pools are required to have a fence or wall at least four feet in height, to include self-closing and self-latching gates around the pool or around the entire property where the pool is located. Said fences, walls or gates need to be constructed in a manner that a child may not reach the pool from the street or any other

property without climbing the fence or wall or opening the selfclosing and self-latching gate. Above-ground pools are also required to have a fence or wall with self-closing and self-latching gates at least four feet high also constructed to prevent children from accessing the pool without climbing the fence or gate. However, the fence or wall may be the actual wall of the above-ground pool providing that wall is at least four feet in height above the surrounding ground level. Also any ladder leading up to the pool or to a deck around the pool must have a self-closing and self-latching door or gate or be retractable so as to fold up off the ground when the pool is not in use. All swimming pools and associated equipment need to be constructed and in accordance with various city ordinances and codes. Those regulations typically govern such things as electrical wiring around the pool, the length of a diving board in comparison with

the rest of the pool, the depth of the water under a diving board and the distance from the end of the diving board to the up slope in the pool. Activities around a pool can be dangerous and result in serious injuries or death. Pool owners can never be too cautious especially with toddlers around a pool or teenagers goofing off around a pool. I have seen suits filed against homeowners from such things as a diving accident where a person becomes a paraplegic or quadriplegic that result in substantial money judgments against homeowners even though it seemed like the homeowners did nothing wrong. In any case where someone has very serious injuries such as paralysis, juries understandably feel sorry for that person and sometimes look for a way to give that person some compensation in the suit even though there seems to be no liability on the part of the homeowner. Some practical safety rules

around a pool are no running, controls on diving, no swimming or diving while drinking or after consumJames A. ing alcohol, preDaley cautions as to Community slippery surfaces Recorder around the pool or steps and ladguest ders of the pool, columnist and a very careful watch over young children. Pool activities can certainly be a lot of fun but can also result in tragedy if extreme caution is not used. I hope this information is interesting and helpful. If you have any topics you would like to have covered in this column, please mail to me at 331 York Street, Newport, Kentucky 41071 or fax to me at 491-5932 or e-mail our office at jadcca@fuse.net. James A. Daley is the Campbell County Attorney.

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What do you like and dislike about the health care proposals currently before Congress? “I like nothing about any of them. The government needs to keep their hands off my health insurance and my health care. If they can come up with a reasonable plan to help the 20 million or so who unintentionally can’t get it, I would consider but not for those who choose not to have health insurance and not for noncitizens of our Republic.” M.C.

stituents. They are trying to ram something through in less than 30 days – they won’t even take the time to read and understand the proposed bill. To do something of this magnitude needs the proper attention and understanding of the people proposing and approving the bill. I think they just want ‘to do’ it no matter the consequences.” R.A.V.

“Not much to like. Do not want the government more involved. Government is the biggest part of the problem now. There is no way to cover more people for less money and give the same care. Do I want less care? No!” J.B.

“Dislikes: No constitutional authority for such a proposal; forcing older Americans to regularly receive counseling regarding ‘end of life’ options; forcing all Americans to fund abortions; deceiving Americans into thinking this is free; deceiving Americans into thinking this will result in improved care; another step closer to socialism. Likes: I’ll get back to you when I find one!” M.K.

“The health care proposal currently before Congress is the biggest sham the government has ever tried to put over the con-

“I dislike everything about Obama’s Healthcare proposals in granting medical coverage to all Americans. Let’s just ‘light up

another cigarette in the White House lawn, share a beer’ and discuss yet another hypocritical asinine ideas about rights. “No one in this country should feel they are entitled without earning. The drug companies swear research for today’s cost. The HMO’s swear unfair payments. Granted, both seem to be doing well. You do, too. The ‘Hot-Line’ gets you as far as their ability to pay, although known-left to the sniffles and low-grade temps at the emergency room paid for by me and you. Nothing is done. “I am retired military of 25 years service, which included a combat tour. What have you taken from me Obama and what might it cost me and my wife of 40 years medically?” J.W. “I oppose this plan because of the high cost, my distrust of the federal government’s ability to handle any program efficiently, and I worry the time to get an appointment to see a doctor will be months under this program.

Next question Should Major League Baseball reinstate Pete Rose? Why or why not? Send your response to kynews@communitypress.com with “chatroom” in the subject line. “Just look at Canada’s, Great Britain’s and Massachusetts’ health plans to see the problems they have. “Look at how badly the government has run the post office and Social Security and you see just how bad health care could be. If this health plan is so good why has the president tried to stop all debate by those who question the plan? Is he hiding something?” A.S. “To me it is a challenge in and of itself. “Humans eventually encroach on the habitat and domain of creatures. “Some enthusiasts compel leg-

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islation that protects some or many at the expense of others, be it creatures or humans. “If someone diminished your territory, property and source of food, etc ..., how would you feel and react? “To me an appropriate compromise is to safely attempt to rescue and humanely capture them, transport them, and release them in a more diverse habitat ala more rural and wild that hopefully will allow them to exist and thrive better in their own turf area.” JJJR “What I like about the current health care proposal is that smart, informed Americans are rejecting it and doing so very loudly. If you are following Obama blindly down the path to socialism, it is time to open your eyes, read the Constitution and think for yourselves. “Sure, the system is not without its problems, but do you really want some politician in Washington who admits that he hasn’t even read the health care bill to ‘solve’ them?” L.A.D.B.

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Owner Tom Funke, left, and Oliver Comstock, director of sales, stand amidst some of the pottery and sculptures available at Funke Fired Arts.

Studio specializes in pottery, sculpture Funke Fired Arts in Oakley is ready to shape creative talent and meet artistic needs. “We have the ability to both show and teach,” said Fort Thomas resident Oliver Comstock, director of sales. The studio at 3130 Wasson Road specializes in pottery and sculpture by selling a variety of supplies as well as the work of local and national artists. It also offers a variety of classes for all skill levels. “We have the unique distinction of being one of the largest pottery studios in the nation,” said owner Tom Funke, 29, who lives in Villa Hills. The studio is 25,000 square feet and is divided up among classroom areas, an exhibition gallery and a retail gallery. Nine kilns are also located on the site. “Everyone has a little artist in them,” said Ben Clark, an education director at Funke Fired Arts. “We want to bring that out.” Clark, 33, said some people can be intimidated by art

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3130 Wasson Road The studio serves as a gallery for local and national artists. Art supplies are available. Classes are also offered. For information, visit the Web site www.funkefiredarts.com

and taking art-centric classes. “We want people to feel comfortable trying clay for the first time,” said Clark, who lives in Mt. Washington. Funke opened three years ago at the former site of Annie’s Mud Pie Shop. Comstock, 24, said customers can buy a piece of pottery, glaze it and then have it fired on-site. “Pretty much anything you want to do with clay, you can do here,” he said. For information and class schedules, visit the Web site www.funkefiredarts.com. By Forrest Sellers. Send your “Small Business Spotlight” suggestions to mshaw@nky.com

Tom and JoAnn Calme of Bellevue recently vacationed in the northeast Georgia Mountains with their family; Chris, Robin, Zach and Tyler Holtz of Cold Spring; Jason, Gwen, Jaylin and Jagger DeBruler of Dayton; Jay, Kristin, Ryan and Megan Calme of Fort Thomas and Aaron and Kimberly DeBruler of Dayton.

Traveling with the Recorder

Julie Ampfer; Paul Ampfer; Diane Ampfer and Mandie Hubig in Ormond Beach, Fla. with the Alexandria Recorder.

Dave and Lisa Wormald and family of Ft. Thomas recently visited St. Louis, Mo. Pictured here are Luke, Caroline and Noah in front of the St. Louis Arch.

THINGS TO DO Puppy pool party

Who says pool parties are just for people? Take your dog to the Kenton Paw Park Pool Party Saturday, Aug. 8 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The dog park is located in Pioneer Park, 3951 Madison Pike, in Covington. During the party, there will be baby pools located throughout the park. There will also be raffles and a duck dive for prizes. Visit www.kentonpawpark.com or call 620-1105 for more information.

Seafood festival

After Goettafest, the Great Inland Seafood Festival will take over Festival Park in Newport. The Seafood festival begins Aug. 13 and the opening night runs from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. The event features seafood dishes from regional restaurants, music and exten-

The Healy family recently went to Ireland. Beth and Clare brought their Ft. Thomas Recorder to Dunluce Castle.

A group of NewCath students traveled to Myrtle Beach this summer with the Campbell County Recorder.

sive display of boats. For more information, visit www.greatinlandseafoodfest.com or call 513-4773320.

Boone County Fair continues

The Boone County 4-H & Utopia Fair will continue through the weekend, Aug. 78. The fair features competitions, food, rides, entertainment and more. For more information, visit www.boonecountyfair.org or call 586-9968.

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Tom Rechtin of Bellevue, owner of Rechtin Heating & Cooling, with his Campbell County Recorder in front of Copper Mountain in Vail, Co.

The Giglias spent some time together in New Smyrna Beach, Fla. this summer. Pictrued are from left to right: Heather Shultz holding Max Shultz, Fay Giglia, Fred Giglia, Caryn Sadeghi holding Oliver Sadeghi. In front standing is Jack Shultz and Meredith Van der Velden holding Freddie Van der Velden.

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Dinners on the Bridge, 5 p.m.-1 a.m. Purple People Bridge, Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati and Third Street, Newport, Bars, tables, grills, stages, food and entertainment under tents. Percentage of sales benefits Bridge for a Cause charities. Presented by Bridge for a Cause. 491-8000; www.bridgeforacause.com. Newport.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Tri-State Photographic Society, 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Campbell County Cooperative Extension Service, 3500 Alexandria Pike, Club meetings include programs, photo competition, social contact, and networking on photography. Presented by Tri-State Photographic Society. 635-2228. Highland Heights.

FARMERS MARKET

Campbell County Farmers’ MarketAlexandria, 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Southern Lanes Sports Center, 7634 Alexandria Pike, Parking lot. Includes produce, plants, flowers, jams, jellies, honey and arts and crafts. Presented by Campbell County Cooperative Extension Service. 572-2600. Alexandria.

RECREATION

Martini Open, 12:30 p.m. A.J. Jolly Golf Course, 5350 Ky. 27, Registration begins 11 a.m. Includes lunch, 18 holes, cart and goodie bag for golfers. Prizes, split-the-pot and raffles and dinner at Bar Louie, Newport-on-the-Levee. Benefits Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. $300 for foursome, $80. Registration required. Presented by Bar Louie. 291-0094. Alexandria.

SHOPPING

World’s Longest Yard Sale, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. MainStrasse Village, Main Street, Bargain hunting for 450 miles from Mainstrasse to Gadsden, Ala. Mainstrasse spaces located along Sixth Street. Free. Presented by MainStrasse Village Association. 491-0458; www.mainstrasse.org. Covington.

SPORTS

Florence Freedom Baseball, 7:05 p.m. vs. Traverse City Beach Bums. Fireworks Friday. Champion Window Field, 7950 Freedom Way, VIP includes wait service. $10 VIP, $8.50, $6 lawn. Presented by Florence Freedom Professional Baseball. 594-4487; www.florencefreedom.com. Florence. S A T U R D A Y, A U G . 8

ATTRACTIONS

In The Dark, noon-9 p.m. Newport on the Levee, 513-287-7000. Newport. Jellyfish Gallery, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444; www.newportaquarium.com. Newport. Frog Bog, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444. Newport. Penguin Parade, 9:15 a.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444. Newport.

FESTIVALS

Boone County 4-H & Utopia Fair, 9 a.m.-11 p.m. Boone County Fairgrounds, 5819 Idlewild Road, Competitions, food, rides, entertainment and more. Rides, $2. $8, age 2 and under free. Presented by Boone County 4-H & Utopia Fair, Inc.. Through Aug. 8. 586-9968; www.boonecountyfair.org. Burlington.

FOOD & DRINK

Wine Tasting, 5 p.m.-9 p.m. StoneBrook Winery, 6570 Vineyard Lane, $5. 635-0111; www.stonebrookwinery.com. Camp Springs. Fish Fry, 4:45 p.m.-8 p.m. Newport Elks Lodge, 3704 Alexandria Pike, Fish, steak, shrimp, cheeseburger, chicken nuggets and sides. Dinners and sandwiches. Carryout available 4:45-8 p.m. Benefits Newport Elks Lodge #273. $2.25-$7.75, 25 cents carryout. 441-1273. Cold Spring.

MUSIC - COUNTRY

Bobby Mackey and The Big Mac Band, 9 p.m. Bobby Mackey’s Music World, 44 Licking Pike, Includes giveaways. $10 ages 20 and under; $5 after 10 p.m. 431-5588. Wilder. Lick Skillet, 9 p.m. Southgate House, 24 E. Third St. Lounge. Ages 21 and up. Free. 431-2201. Newport.

ON STAGE - COMEDY

Mitch Fatel, 8 p.m. $20. and 10:15 p.m. $20. Funny Bone Comedy Club, Newport on the Levee, Comedian. Special engagement. Ages 21 and up. Through Aug. 9. 957-2000. Newport.

ON STAGE - THEATER

Best of Shadowbox, 7:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Shadowbox Cabaret, Newport on the Levee, Sketch comedy shorts and music by BillWho? $30, $20 seniors and students. Reservations recommended. Through Sept. 5. 957-7625; www.shadowboxcabaret.com. Newport. Southern Hospitality, 8 p.m. Village Players, 8 N. Fort Thomas Ave. Last southern comedy play in Futrelle Sisters trilogy. $12. Through Aug. 15. 392-0500. Fort Thomas.

BENEFITS

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SHOPPING

World’s Longest Yard Sale, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. MainStrasse Village, 491-0458; www.mainstrasse.org. Covington.

SPECIAL EVENTS

St. Jude Kick-A-Thon, 11:30 a.m. Florence Mall, 2028 Mall Road, Gary Williams Martial Arts performs Kick-A-Thon. Includes free self-defense class. Benefits St. Jude. Free, donations accepted. Presented by Gary Williams’ Martial Arts. 426-8383; www.garywilliamsmartialarts.com. Florence.

SPORTS

Florence Freedom Baseball, 6:05 p.m. vs. Traverse City Beach Bums. Party in the Ballpark. Champion Window Field, 594-4487; www.florencefreedom.com. Florence.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Recovery By Grace, 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Grace Community Church, 5th and Greenup Streets, Christian-based confidential 12-step meeting for people with any type of hurt, hang-up or habit. Light breakfast included. Free. Presented by Immanuel United Methodist Church. 431-9888; www.immanuelumc.org/supportgroups.htm. Covington.

Dinners on the Bridge, 5 p.m.-1 a.m. Purple People Bridge, 491-8000; www.bridgeforacause.com. Newport.

FARMERS MARKET

Campbell County Farmers’ Market-Newport, 9 a.m.-noon, Historic Newport Business District, Monmouth Street, At 7th and Monmouth streets. Includes produce, plants, flowers, jams, jellies, honey and arts and crafts. 572-2600. Newport.

FOOD & DRINK

Wine Tasting, 1 p.m.-6 p.m. StoneBrook Winery, 635-0111; www.stonebrookwinery.com. Camp Springs.

MUSIC - INDIE

Margaret Darling of the Seedy Seeds, 9 p.m. Southgate House, 24 E. Third St. Lounge. Ages 21 and up. Free. 431-2201. Newport.

MUSIC - ROCK

The Groove, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Riverside Marina Bar and Grill, 145 Mary Ingles Highway (Ky. 8), 442-8111. Dayton, Ky.

ON STAGE - COMEDY

Mitch Fatel, 7:30 p.m. $20. and 10 p.m. $20. Funny Bone Comedy Club, 957-2000. Newport.

ON STAGE - THEATER

Best of Shadowbox, 7:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Shadowbox Cabaret, 957-7625; www.shadowboxcabaret.com. Newport. Southern Hospitality, 8 p.m. Village Players, 392-0500. Fort Thomas.

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MUSIC - ACOUSTIC

Trevor Hall, 9 p.m. Southgate House, 24 E. Third St. Paulour. Singer, lyricist and guitarist. $10, $8 advance. 431-2201; www.ticketweb.com. Newport.

COOKING CLASSES

Cork and Fork Cooking Class, 2 p.m. Argentine Bean Bistro and Wine Bar, 2875 Town Center Blvd. Cooking demonstrations with wine pairings. With Arthur Leech. $30. Reservations required. 426-1042; www.argentinebean.net. Crestview Hills.

PROVIDED

Kerri and little Lucy Siegert of Erlanger have their picture taken by the Glier’s Goettafest menu sign during last year’s festival. This year’s event is 5-11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8; and noon to 9 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, at Festival Park on Riverboat Row in Newport. The event celebrates goetta with food, music, games and cloggers. Visit www.goettafest.com or call 291-1800 for more information.

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TOURS

Gangsters, Gamblers and Girls: Newport Historical Walking Tour, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Newport Syndicate, 18 E. Fifth St. Meet at Newport Syndicate. Visit sites where Newport gained its reputation as America’s first Sin City. Tour lasts 90 minutes. $15. Reservations recommended 888-269-9439; www.newportgangsters.com. Newport. S U N D A Y, A U G . 9

ATTRACTIONS

In The Dark, noon-6 p.m. Newport on the Levee, 513-287-7000. Newport. Jellyfish Gallery, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444; www.newportaquarium.com. Newport. Frog Bog, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444. Newport.

FOOD & DRINK

Wine Tasting, 1 p.m.-6 p.m. StoneBrook Winery, 635-0111; www.stonebrookwinery.com. Camp Springs.

ON STAGE - COMEDY

Mitch Fatel, 7:30 p.m. $17. Funny Bone Comedy Club, 957-2000. Newport.

SHOPPING

World’s Longest Yard Sale, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. MainStrasse Village, 491-0458; www.mainstrasse.org. Covington.

SPORTS

Florence Freedom Baseball, 6:05 p.m. vs. Traverse City Beach Bums. Family Day Sunday. Champion Window Field, 594-4487; www.florencefreedom.com. Florence.

Langhorne Slim, 9 p.m. Southgate House, 24 E. Third St. Ballroom. With The Low Anthem. $13, $10 advance. 431-2201. Newport.

SUMMER CAMP MISCELLANEOUS

Cornerstone Montessori Summer Camp, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Daily through Aug. 14. Music Camp. Cornerstone Montessori School, 2048 Alexandria Pike, Educational, themed camps staffed by teachers. Art, theater, swimming, hiking and more. Transportation provided to off-site activities. Enrichment available 4-6 p.m. Ages 3-12. $200; multi-week discounts available. 491-9960; www.cornerstonemontessori.org. Highland Heights.

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ART EXHIBITS

Harlan Hubbard: the Complexity of Simplicity, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 491-4003; www.bcmuseum.org. Covington.

LECTURES

Harlan Hubbard: the Complexity of Simplicity Lectures, 7 p.m. The Philosophy of Harlan Hubbard: The Complexity of Simplicity, with Bob Rosenthal, Professor of Philosophy, Hanover College. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, 491-4003; www.bcmuseum.org. Covington.

MUSIC - ACOUSTIC SUMMER CAMP YMCA

Summer Day Camp, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Daily through Aug. 14. “Y Arts Adventure.”, Campbell County YMCA, 1437 S. Fort Thomas Ave. Swimming, environmental education, arts and crafts, service learning, science, literature, free time and more. Extended hours available. Ages 5-13. $135, $106 members. Registration required. 781-1814; www.myy.org. Fort Thomas. T U E S D A Y, A U G . 1 1

ART EXHIBITS

Harlan Hubbard: the Complexity of Simplicity, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 491-4003; www.bcmuseum.org. Covington.

Artist in Residence, 9 p.m. With Lisa and Chuck of Wussy. Southgate House, 24 E. Third St. Lounge. Ages 21 and up. 4312201. Newport.

MUSIC - BLUES

Ricky Nye and Bekah Williams, 7:30 p.m.11:30 p.m. With Liz Pennock. Chez Nora, 530 Main St. 491-8027. Covington.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Scott H. Biram, 9:30 p.m. Southgate House, 24 E. Third St. Ballroom. Ages 18 and up. $10, $8 advance. 431-2201. Newport.

ON STAGE - THEATER

Running Word Wednesday, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Bean Haus, 640 Main St. Share writing or monologue, or listen to readings by others. Free. Covington.

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BENEFITS

Dinners on the Bridge, 5 p.m.-1 a.m. Purple People Bridge, 491-8000; www.bridgeforacause.com. Newport.

FESTIVALS

Great Inland Seafood Festival, 6 p.m.-11 p.m. Festival Park Newport, Riverboat Row, Seafood dishes from regional restaurants, music and extensive display of boats. Free. Presented by City of Newport. Through Aug. 16. 513-477-3320; www.newportky.gov. Newport.

MUSIC - ACOUSTIC

Two Man Gentlemen Band, 9 p.m. Southgate House, 24 E. Third St. Lounge. Ages 21 and up. Free. 431-2201. Newport.

MUSIC - CABARET

Don Fangman Sings Sinatra, 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Knotty Pine on the Bayou, 6720 Licking Pike, Songs also by Dean Martin, Michael Buble, Andrea Bocelli and Neal Diamond. Free. Reservations required. 781-2200; www.fangsingssinatra.com. Campbell County.

MUSIC - COUNTRY

Iris DeMent, 8 p.m. Southgate House, 24 E. Third St. Singer, songwriter, guitarist and pianist. $25, $23 advance. Presented by JBM Promotions, Inc.. 431-2201. Newport.

ATTRACTIONS

In The Dark, noon-7 p.m. Newport on the Levee, 513-287-7000. Newport. Jellyfish Gallery, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444; www.newportaquarium.com. Newport. Frog Bog, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444. Newport. Penguin Parade, 9:15 a.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444. Newport.

COMMUNITY DANCE

Line Dancing, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Lookout Heights Civic Club, 1661 Park Road, Holly and Bernie Ruschman, instructors. Beginners welcome. $6. Presented by H & B Dance Co.. 7270904. Kenton County.

FARMERS MARKET

Campbell County Farmers’ Market-Highland Heights, 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Campbell County Senior Center, 3504 Alexandria Pike, Parking lot. Includes flowers, plants and produce. Presented by Campbell County Cooperative Extension Service. 572-2600. Highland Heights.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

PROVIDED

Riverbend Music Center hosts Rascal Flatts with special guest Darius Rucker at 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. For tickets, visit www.Riverbend.org or call 800-745-3000.

Cincinnati Metropolitan Orchestra Summer Concert Series, 7 p.m. Theme: On the Streets of New York. Tower Park, 950 S. Fort Thomas Ave. Variety of music includes the classics, Broadway, patriotic and vocal. Bring seating. Food and drinks welcome. Free, donations suggested. Presented by Cincinnati Metropolitan Orchestra. 513-9418956; www.gocmo.org. Fort Thomas.

PROVIDED

The Greater Cincinnati Radio Control Club hosts the 49th Annual Flying Circus, a radio control model air show with aircraft featuring flying saucers, Harry Potter and Snoopy’s dog house. It is 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Aug. 8-9, at the Butler County Regional Airport, 2820 Bobmeyer Road, Hamilton, Ohio. It is free; parking is $5. Visit www.gcrcc.net or call 513-608-8521.

Life

August 6, 2009

Alexandria Recorder

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Considering the surprises of life Have you ever stopped spontaneously at a gas station, talked with a stranger at the next pump, and left with a great job offer? Did the university you chose for educational purposes introduce you to your spouse? Did you lose track of the wisest schoolteacher you ever had, wish you could have her advice now, and a week later in a crowded mall see her again? Have you ever unexpectedly met a physician who soon proved vital for your health? Many occurrences in our lives seem accidental or completely by chance. And the odds are that’s exactly what they are.

But there are a few others that seem so much more to us in their impact and personal meaning. Yet the causes are undetectable. What can we call such occurrences? One melodious word is serendipity. A serendipity is an unexpected happy occurrence, or, as Webster defines it, “making desirable discoveries by accident.� Others might say that all such unexpected events, no matter how coincidentally bizarre, are just “blind fate.� We might even feel childish or superstitious to see them as anything more – though we sense them as otherwise. Causality is inadequate to explain such phenomena. But we’re not being

weird in sensing there may be more to it. In the well-respected field of Jungian psychology, however, such uncaused but amazingly meaningful and spontaneous occurrences are expressed by another term – synchronicity. Jung called synchronicity “a non-causal but meaningful relationship between physical and psychic events ‌ a special instance of acausal orderedness.â€? Dr. David Richo says, “What makes chance into synchronicity is the consciousness in us of the vaster design that is unfolding. Chance happens to us; synchronicity happens in us.â€? Those more spiritually oriented may speak of it as

grace. From the vantage point of hindsight we look back in our lives and believe we see the providence of God working subtly. Though our actions were completely free and spontaneous, and there was no coercion or auto-suggestion, these few unexplainable events happened and worked to our benefit. It’s been said, “A coincidence is a minor miracle in which God wishes to remain anonymous.� The late psychiatrist M. Scott Peck wrote, “I’ve become more and more impressed by the frequency of statistically highly improbable events. In their improbability, I gradually began to see the fingerprints

BRIEFLY Newport Central Catholic High School is hosting the 16th annual NCC Family Fireworks Fest up on the school hill to watch the WEBN/Cincinnati Bell Labor Day Fireworks Sept. 6.

Games, live entertainment, and fun family activities will begin at 4 p.m. and will continue until the Big Blast. Food and drinks will be available. No cans, bottles or coolers will be permitted. Games for kids will be set up in the gym. A $3 admission will be

than we Father Lou can comprehend or Guntzelman even tolerPerspectives ate. “Life is not meaningless; it is overflowing with meaning, pattern and connections.� Even in times of trouble or turmoil, hope says surprises can happen. Father Lou Guntzelman is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Reach him at columns@community press.com or contact him directly at P.O. Box 428541, Cincinnati, OH 45242. Please include a mailing address or fax number if you wish for him to respond.

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of God. On the basis of such events in my own life and in the lives of my patients. “I know that grace is real. ...We who are properly skeptical and scientificminded may be inclined to dismiss this force since we can’t touch it and have no decent way to measure it. Yet it exists. It is real.� Another professional, psycho-therapist Robert A. Johnson, refers to grace as “slender threads� touching our lives: “The possibility of the slender threads operating at all times is so staggering that most of us can’t bear it. ...It is probably true that we live in a universe with more meaning in it

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August 6, 2009

Look out for the boys in blue(berries)

Tink Stewart’s blueberry buckle

OK, so when Tink brought this over, she told me it was a Betty Crocker recipe but I know it had Tink’s touch – that extra bit of love folded in. I’ve adapted it slightly. Delicious.

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Jimmy Gherardi’s Not Hidden Valley Ranch dressing COURTESY RITA HEIKENFELD

Jack and Will Heikenfeld picking blueberries at Rouster’s Farm. Blend everything but 2 cups flour 3 berries and beat 30 seconds. ⠄4 cup sugar 21⠄2 teaspoons baking Stir in berries. Spread into pan. powder 3 Sprinkle with crumb top⠄4 teaspoon salt 1 ping and bake 40 to 50 ⠄4 cup shortening 3 minutes or until toothpick ⠄4 cup milk inserted in center comes out 1 egg slightly beaten 2 cups fresh or frozen clean. Drizzle with glaze. blueberries (thawed and Crumb topping: drained) Blend together in a bowl. 1 ⠄2 cup sugar Preheat oven to 375 1 ⠄3 cup flour degrees. Spray or grease 9Up to 1 teaspoon cinnainch square or round pan.

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Rita’s version of Tink Stewart’s blueberry buckle recipe. 1 ⠄8 cup rice wine vinegar 1 cup each: low-fat plain yogurt and low-fat mayonaise Combine dry ingredients. Add buttermilk and vinegar and whisk to combine. Ditto with yogurt and mayo.

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Melt over hot water 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate pieces and 3 tablespoons water. Whip 3 cups cream until stiff. Gradually add 1⠄3 cup sugar and beat until very stiff. (I think I’d beat them together). Slice 1 pint strawberries. Place meringue layer on serving plate and spread with thin coating of chocolate. Spread whipped cream about 3⠄4 inch thick and top this with layer of strawberries. Put second layer of meringue on top, spread with chocolate, another layer of whipped cream and strawberries. Top with third layer of meringue. Frost sides smoothly with remaining whipped cream. Decorate top informally using rest of melted chocolate. Or use whole strawberries. Refrigerate two hours before serving. Serves eight.

Tips from Rita’s kitchen

Freeze blueberries, unwashed in single layer, uncovered, on a cookie sheet until frozen hard. Then pour into containers. To use, rinse just a tiny bit under cool water in a colander – don’t let thaw completely before using in baked goods. Rita Nader Heikenfeld is Macy’s certified culinary professional and family herbalist, an educator and author. E-mail her at columns@communitypress.com with “Rita’s kitchen� in the subject line. Or call 513-2487130, ext. 356. Visit Rita at www.Abouteating.com.

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Melbourne woman named Big Sister of the year

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“She hardly spoke to me the entire first year, but now she doesn’t shut up, and that’s fine with me!” That kind of patience and understanding proved to be just what Kaydee needed. In addition, HerrmannVogel takes the time to get to know Kaydee’s interests, even helping her “adopt” a baby chick HerrmannVogel’s daughter brought home following a school project. Up until now, HerrmannVogel and Kaydee have been part of the schoolbased mentoring program, but Herrmann-Vogel recently gave her Little Sister the option of switching to the community-based program. That means they can spend more time together, rather than just meeting at school. No surprise, Kaydee chose community-based. The duo’s first outing will be to Herrmann-Vogel’s family farm to get another look at that baby chick.

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REUNIONS Loveland High School Class of 1979 – will celebrate its 30-year reunion Aug. 7 and 8. The class will hold a meet and greet at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7 at Cindy’s Tavern in Loveland. Activities for Saturday, Aug. 8 include a pot luck picnic noon-4 p.m. at Nisbet Park. Classmates should bring their own drinks (non-alcoholic per park rules), table service (plates, utensils, napkins) and chairs. The class will then meet at 8:30 p.m. at The Works in Loveland for happy hour prices on drinks, pizza and appetizers. For more information E-mail lhhspeg79@aol.com or goose197913@yahoo.com.

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Princeton High School Class of 1974 – Is planning a 35th class reunion for Saturday, Aug. 8, at the Fairfield Banquet and Convention Center. Pricing is $85 per couple or $45 for a single if the tickets are bought before July 1. After that date, a couple is $95 and singles are $50. For more information, e-mail Debbie (Owens) Fuson at princetonhs1974@yahoo.com. Taylor High School Class of 1989 – The 1989 graduating class of Taylor High School is conducting its 20-year reunion at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 8, at The Madison, 740 Madison Ave., Covington, Ky. Cost is $45 per person, and dinner will be served. Come out for an evening of catching up with old friends, dancing, eating, drinking and having fun. Amelia High School Class of 1989 – The 1989 senior class of Amelia High School is conducting its 20th class reunion Aug. 9 at Coney Island’s Moonlight Pavilion. If you are a member of the class or know of anyone who is, contact Connie Weisenborn-Heilman at Connie heilman@hotmail.com or at 513-752-7390. Milford High School Class of 1989 – is having its 20-year reunion Friday, Aug. 14 and Saturday, Aug. 15. A pre-reunion gathering is scheduled for 7 p.m. Friday, at Greenies in Milford at 1148 Ohio 28, Milford. On Saturday, the reunion will be from 7 to midnight, at the Radisson Hotel Cincinnati

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reunion at 8 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 22, at Top Shelf Sports Bar and Grille, 6507 Harrison Ave. For questions or to RSVP contact Katie Abrams-Muldoon at katie_abrams@yahoo.com. Classes of 1964 Amelia and Glen Este and other 1960 classes – will celebrate their 45th reunion on Aug. 29, at Pattison Park in Owensville. Classmates from other 1960s classes are invited and welcome to attend. E-mail for more information: JerryBargo@aol.com or call Jerry at 859-341-8123 or Ken Ellis at 513-753-4035. Greenhills High School class of 1984 – Committee members including Angelo Zolotas, Karen (Lampert) Pizzimenti, Diane (Witherby) Shapiro and Karen (Henry) Bender are planning a reunion for August. Class members are asked to update their address, phone number and e-mail address by emailing the information to: ghs25threunion@aol.com. The Woodward High School Class of 1959 – is having its 50th reunion the weekend of Sept. 12. For information, contact the Web site at www.woodward59.com. The Amelia High School Class of 1969 – is having its 40th year class reunion from 6 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, Sept. 12, at Hilltop Reception Hall, 2141 Ohio 125, (Old DX Ranch). Cost is $30 per person. The class is inviting any other classes that would like to attend. Listed below are classmates needed for correct mailing/e-mail information. Contact Nancy Knox at njpinger@roadrunner.com or 876-2859, or Kathy Baker at kathymomrose@hotmail.com. Denise Bein-Nailor, Stephen Gail Brooks, Phillip Craig, Albert Delisle, Gary Frazee, Tom Garcia, Ben Gillespie, Daryl Gilliland, Sharon Goins-Angel, Alvis Gary Hastings, Michael Hogue, Peggy Jones-Robinson, Paul Kendall, Joncey Ladd, Penny Mason, James McCracken, Stuart Edward Mentz, Robert Nolte, Carol Pearson-Boehm, Carl Ramsey, Ray Eugune Short, Jeff Smith, Ruby Snider, Gary Stone, Doug Waddle and Danny Wilson. Anderson High School Class of 1954 – is conducting its 55th year reunion, Friday, Sept. 11, Saturday, Sept. 12 and Sunday, Sept. 13. For details call Wayne Wykoff at 513-321-7109, or Kirs Schwegler Wilshire at 859-441-7560. From 7-10 p.m., Friday, the group will meet at AJ’s Roadhouse. On Saturday, at 7 p.m., the group will meet at Vito’s Restaurant in Ft. Thomas and on Sunday, there will be a picnic at noon at Woodland Mound Park off Nordyke Road. Withrow High School Class of 1944 – Will celebrate the 65th anniversary of its graduation with a reunion luncheon on Wednesday, Sept. 16, at the Touch of Elegance, 5959 Kellogg Ave. Any class members and families of that year are invited to attend. Contact Bob McGrath at 513-871-3631, or e-mail him at RMGrath@fuse.net. St. Dominic Class of 1969 – is having its 40th reunion from 8 p.m. to midnight, Friday, Sept. 18, at St. Dominic O’Connor Hall. Cost is $20 per graduate or $25 per couple, and includes soft drinks, chips/pretzels and wine and beer. RSVP by e-mailing stdominicclass1969@zoomtown.com, or by contacting Mary at 941-0588. Feel free to bring any pictures from gradeschool. Clermont Northeastern Class of 1999 – will celebrate its 10-year reunion Friday, Sept. 18. Organizers are still looking for some classmates. Contact Maryann Huhn at 859-391-3375, or e-mail cne1999@yahoo.com. Include name, e-mail address, mailing address and telephone number.

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Golf tournament

The Henry and Fieger families sit down for a steak dinner after playing 18 holes of golf in the Northern Kentucky Knights of Columbus golf tournament held July 11 at Hickory Sticks Golf Course to benefit Catholic Charities Lifeline project. This project helps pregnant women who need financial and / or emotional assistance. From left are: Hudson and Emily Henry, and Steve and Marianne Fieger.

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August 6, 2009

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The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) hosted an appreciation luncheon for 185 volunteers at the Marquise. Volunteers were treated to lunch, music and awards to thank them for donating $820,000 in volunteer hours to nonprofit agencies in the community. Alma Stevens and Mary Jane Thaler received citations from the Govenors office for more than 20 years of service to RSVP. The RSVP program finds volunteer opportunties for individuals 55 and over and is sponsored by Brighton Center.

The Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments announced that $430,000 will be distributed to 10 organizations throughout Greater Cincinnati to help meet transportation needs of the elderly and disabled. “These projects are very important because they provide mobility and life sustaining transportation to some of our most vulnerable citizens,” said OKI Board President and Campbell County Judge Executive Steve Pendery. “The new vehicles that will be purchased through this program are vital transporta-

tion lifelines to those who need them the most.” The funds will be used by area organizations to purchase accessible vehicles to transport elderly and disabled passengers. “These vehicles will greatly help local organizations provide safe transportation for the elderly and disabled,” said OKI Executive Director Mark Policinski. “It has been a true honor for OKI to administer these funds for projects that have been a tremendous help and have a huge impact on those who were previously unable or limited in their travel.”

LOUISVILLE GRADUATES The University of Louisville recently released its list of local students who graduated in the spring of 2009. Many Campbell County residents made that list including Covington Latin graduate Edward Barnes (Bachelor of Science); Calvary Christian School graduate Megan Curry (Bachelor of Science magna cum laude); Holy Cross graduate Joel Graham (Bachelor of Science with honors); Villa Madonna graduate Daniel Lotz (Bachelor of Science); Campbell

County High School graduates Wesley Reis (Bachelor of Science) and John Trapp (Bachelor of Science); Highlands graduate Noah Scherrer (Doctor of Medicine), Phillip Suttmiller (Bachelor of Fine Arts) and Nathan Webster (Bachelor of Science); Newport Central Catholic graduates Lawrence Beiting (Bachelor of Science), Tim Broering (Master of Engineering with highest honors), Mary Doran (Bachelor of Science magna cum laude), Thomas Geiger (Bachelor

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Virgil L. Riley, 23, 413 Boone Smith Road, careless driving, operating motor vehicle under influence of alcohol - first offense, failure of owner to maintain required insurance - first offense at Alexandria Pike, June 23. James M. Weaver, 25, 12918 Bakersfield Road, warrant at Alexandria Pike, June 23. Matthew J. Wolfe, 25, 6233 Tanager Drive, careless driving, operating motor vehicle under influence of alcohol - first offense, speeding at AA Highway near Rockyview Road, June 29. Charles L. Stewart, 33, 15 Helen Drive, warrant at 15 Helen drive, June 30. Benjamin J. Moorman, 25, 442 Gilbert Ridge , receiving stolen property over $300, failure of nonowner operator to maintain required insurance - first offense, failure to wear seat belts at 22 Terrace Drive, June 20.

vehicle under influence of alcohol first offense at Flagg Springs Pike south of Ky. 1996, July 26. Travis L. Souder, 27, 7013 Mason Road, warrant at Ky. 9 and Dead Timber Road, July 27. Eddie A. Bruce, 20, 1265 Rosemont Ave., possession of marijuana, operating on suspended or revoked operators license, warrant at Ky. 9 and Ky. 1996, July 28. Viana J. Miller, 35, 660 South Fort Thomas Ave., warrant at Mary Ingles Highway and Winters Lane, July 29.

Incidents/reports Second degree criminal mischief

Incidents/reports Animal complaint

Report of three tires slashed on vehicle at 8276 East Main St., June 26.

Theft by unlawful taking

Report of cash taken from drawer at 7914 Alexandria Pike, June 23. Report of cash taken at 14 Rosewood Court, June 21. Report of cash and keys taken at 205 Washington St., June 19.

Theft by unlawful taking gasoline

Report of gas drive-off at 7910 Alexandria Pike, June 18.

Third degree burglary

Report of door kicked in but nothing found taken at 7505 Alexandria Pike, June 27.

Third degree criminal mischief

Report of vehicle window broken at 300 Brentwood Lane, June 29. Report of vehicle hit with two eggs at 321 Brookwood Drive, June 22.

Third degree terroristic threatening

Report of threats made to tear up person’s car at 7914 Alexandria Pike, June 29.

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Residents reported shooting dog in self-defense after it had “come at” them twice at 644 Rifle Range Road, July 18.

Civil matter - property dispute

Resident reported someone operating heavy equipment on roadway was actually on private not public right of way and were trespassing at 4414 Water St., July 10.

Criminal mischief

Report of ketchup and mustard squirted onto vehicle and residence at 801 Mary Ingles hwy., July 21.

Dog bite

Report of man bitten by dog while trying to separate two dogs fighting at 1194 Parkside Drive, July 18.

First degree criminal mischief

Report of tire cut and paint scratched on vehicle at 8628 W. Main St., July 29.

First degree wanton endangerment

Report of driver of silver vehicle swerving in attempt to strike multiple bicyclists on group ride at Ky. 8 east of I-275 overpass, June 14.

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Reported at Licking Pike, July 26.

Identify theft

Reported at 12 Harry Reinert Drive, July 23.

Neighbor dispute

Reported at 13250 Peach Grove Road, July 19.

Neighbor dispute - civil

Reported at 4111 Union St., July 26.

Property complaint

Report of bulldozer driven through and damaged private property at 3829 Eight Mile Road, July 20.

Third degree criminal abuse

Man reported baby in play pen shook by his girlfriend and smacking baby on July 12 at A.J. Jolly Park, July 26.

Third degree criminal mischief Report of eggs thrown at home at

9771 Ben Ali, July 19. Report of vehicle’s front windshield broken at 5247 Four Mile Road, lot 12, July 23. Report of fence where horses kept cut at Kohls and Fender Road, July 26. Report of glass door found shattered at 1041 Rockyview Drive unit six, July 29.

Vehicle tow

Vehicle found blocking road with emergency flashers on towed at 2802 Ten Mile Road, July 17.

Verbal domestic

Reported at Peach Grove Road, July 19. Reported at Terrace Court, July 20.

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Property damage

Report of fence damaged by fallen tree cut by the Kentucky Department of Transportation and two cows went missing and were not located at 10235 Persimmon Grove, July 21.

Second degree burglary

Report of front door kicked in and cash register and bottles of liquor taken from bar at 12824 Peach Grove Road, July 17. Report of front door kicked in and fire proof safe and metal lock box taken at 2458 California Crossroads, July 27. Report of front door found broken and closets found opened and piggy banks taken at 9289 Jerry Wright Road, July 27.

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Second degree burglary/unauthorized use of motor vehicle

Report of television and other items taken and vehicle being used without permission at 2345 Darlington Road, July 23.

Second degree criminal mischief Report of car was damaged with key at 9694 Echo Hills, July 20.

Second degree criminal trespass Report of lights seen inside vacant residence and items found inside were moved around and evidence found of someone living there at 9933 Flagg Springs Pike, July 20.

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Report of cash taken from piggy bank at 9727 Flagg Springs Pike, July 19. Report of vehicle’s window shattered and items including two Ipods taken at Park and Ride lot at AA Highway and Four Mile Road, July 21. Report of lap top computer taken

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Alexandria Recorder

August 6, 2009

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DEATHS Ruth Bays

Ruth Ann Bays, 69, Alexandria, died July 27, 2009, at the Judson Village Nursing Home in Cincinnati. Her husband, Charles Bays, died previously. Survivors include her sons, Charles William Bays of Berea, Bobby Joe of Alexandria; daughter, Darlene and Mike Warden of Alexandria; brothers, Clyde and Jerry Wooten of West Virginia; sister, Peggy Johnson of Phoenix, Ariz.; nine grandchildren; and 13 greatgrandchildren. Fares J. Radel Funeral Home and Crematory handled the arrangements.

Carol Coleman

Carol Ann Meier Coleman, 65, Alexandria, died July 29, 2009 at St. Elizabeth Fort Thomas. She worked for the Internal Revenue Service in Florence and was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church in Cold Spring. Her son, Matthew Coleman, died in 1985. Survivors include her husband, Dennis Coleman; daughter, Kimberly Ann Coleman of Philadelphia, Pa.; son, Scott Coleman of Alexandria; sister, Janet Harper of Covington; brothers, Jerry Meier of Crestwood, Mike Meier of Covington, Mark Meier of Villa Hills and Tom Meier of Loveland; and one granddaughter. Burial was in Alexandria Cemetery. Memorials: Immanuel Baptist Church, 1237 Rock View Drive, Cold Spring, KY 41076.

Russell Crowder

Russell A. Crowder, 82, Newport, died July 27, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Edgewood. He was an over-the-road truck driver for Complete Auto Transit in Cincinnati, a World War II Army veteran, member of the F.O.P. in Newport and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post in Wilder. His wife, Patricia Liles Crowder, died previously. Survivors include his daughter, Pamela Uebel of Alexandria and four grandchildren. Burial was in Floral Hills Memorial

Gardens, Taylor Mill. Memorials: Cancer Family Care, 2421 Auburn Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45219.

Thomas, Matthew Heringer of California and Brandon Heringer of Fort Thomas; sisters, Anna Lou Cashman of Fort Thomas and Margie Huth of Fort Mitchell; and one grandson. Burial was in St. Stephen Cemetery, Fort Thomas. Memorials: Hospice of the Bluegrass-Northern Kentucky, 7388 Turfway Road, Florence, KY 41042; or St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 2162 California Crossroads, California, KY 41007.

Sillus Denny Jr.

Sillus Denny Jr., 74, Dayton, died July 26, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Fort Thomas. He worked in maintenance for the city of Cincinnati and member of Immanuel Baptist Church in Cold Spring. His wife, Marcella Denny and daughter, Judy Denny, died previously. Survivors include his daughters, Ruby Denny of Dayton and Jackie Searcy of Alexandria; one brother; five sisters; five grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; and one greatgreat-grandchild. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Southgate.

Billy Phillips

Billy Lee Phillips, 76, of Newport, formerly of Harrodsburg, died July 26, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Florence. He was an Army veteran. His wife, Charlotte A. Phillips, and daughter, Mattie June Baker, died previously. Survivors include his daughter, Debbi Boyers of Elsmere; stepson, Rob Wilson of Newport; stepdaughter, Dee Bradford of Taylor Mill; sister, Betty June Everson of Alexandria; brother, Jimmy Phillips of Tampa, Fla.; 10 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. The body was donated to the University of Cincinnati body donation program.

Margaret Hendricks

Margaret Joann Hendricks, 68, Butler, died July 28, 2009, at Bethesda North Hospital, Montgomery. She was a cafeteria worker for Northern Elementary School in Pendleton County and was a member of the Pendleton County Sportsmen Club. Survivors Include her husband, Donald Hendricks; daughters, Nena Lafollette of Falmouth, Sharon Perrin of Butler and Christina Richmond of Highland Heights; brothers, Louie and Jimmy Collins of Alexandria; sisters, Ruth Caudill of West Chester and Bonnie Ashcraft of Butler; and five grandchildren. Burial was in Butler Cemetery.

Arleen Zeis

Arleen Steinhauer Zeis, 96, of Highland Heights, formerly of Newport, died July 29, 2009, at Baptist Convalescent Center in Newport. She was a homemaker and employee of Procter and Gamble in Cincinnati. Her husband, Joseph Zeis, and daughter, Carol Zeis, died previously. Survivors include her sons, Robert Zeis Sr. of Villa Hills and Ronald Zeis of Highland Heights; sisters, Dorothy Garmany and Elsie Robinson, both of Highland Heights and Donna Meyer of Alexandria; brother, Ronald Steinhauer of Silver Grove; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Burial was in St. Stephens Cemetery, Fort Thomas. Memorials: Baptist Convalescent Center, 120 Main St, Newport, KY 41071.

George Heringer

George “Bob” Heringer, 80, California, died July 30, 2009, at his home. He was a foreman for Weidemann Brewery of Cincinnati, grounds keeper for A.J. Jolly Park in Campbell County, a dairy and tobacco farmer, Korean War veteran and member of St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in California. Survivors include his wife, Clementine Schwartz Heringer; sons, Robert Heringer of Fort

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