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Vol. 110 No. 41 © 2009 The Community Press ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Clermont farm is home to cheetahs

When a cheetah from the Cincinnati Zoo shattered a world record in September, she didn’t do it at the zoo or on a track.

Instead, the record was broken at Mast Farm in Miami Township.

The farm, an 108-acre-tract of land donated by John and Anna Mast more than 20 years ago, is home to the zoo’s offsite breeding facility. It is not open to the public.

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Bethel weighs police options

By Mary Dannemiller

mdannemiller@communitypress.com

Bethel’s general fund has a negative balance, and faced with the a need to maintain 24-hour police coverage, council members are exploring the most cost effective way to replace a fulltime police officer who left in September.

Officer Erica Woodruff took a job with the Pierce Township Police Department, leaving Bethel with only three full-time officers.

Members of the village’s safety committee have recommended Woodruff be replaced by two part-time officers rather than one full-time.

“The village will save at least $30,000 annually, in just wages, by not replacing Officer Woodruff,” said Fiscal Officer Angel Burton. “If benefits are considered, the village may save

as much as $56,000 by leaving the position vacant. Because Officer Woodruff resigned voluntarily, the village has seen an immediate reduction in wages and benefits.”

Interim Mayor Donna Gunn, who is filling in while John Swarthout recovers from surgery, said she supports hiring two parttime officers rather than one fulltime.

“It would not be necessary to provide a part-timer with many of the costly benefits that fulltime employment offers,” she said.

“If utilized properly, hiring two part-time employees can present more flexibility than one full-time employee. The cost savings to the village would be greater with the hiring of two full-time officers.”

According to Burton, part-time officers are paid $10 per hour, with a 14-percent OPERS contri-

bution and a 1.45-percent Medicare contribution from the village.

“If part-time officers are scheduled to cover a full-time shift (2,184 hours annually), the annual expense, with benefits, is approximately $27,000,” she said.

The officers’ salaries would come from the village’s general fund, which has a negative balance of $423,666 as of Sept. 30, the fiscal officer said.

Burton also expects the village to be placed on fiscal emergency by the state auditor’s office because of this negative balance.

“The village’s ability to hire two permanent part-time offices, and the affordability of that option, depends on the rate of recovery council desires for the general fund, as well as the level of police coverage council wants for the village,” Burton said.

By Mary Dannemiller

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Autumn Bash

Members of the Ultimate 4-Hers sold French fries and novelties at the Washington Township Autumn Bash Oct. 9 and Oct. 10. From left are Brett Liming, Sydney Snyder, Tiffany Lawson and Carly Snider. They are from Felicity.

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The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has awarded Bethel a $27,000 Natureworks Grant for work on the village’s walk path.

The 1.3-mile path along Burke Park was created in 1998 by the Bethel Village Council, Bethel Lions Club and other volunteers, said Village Administrator Travis Dotson.

The trail is popular with schoolchildren who use it to get to and from Bick Primary School and Hill Intermediate School.

“We are very excited to be awarded this grant as the Bethel Lions Club has worked hard to maintain the walk path and this will ensure the path remains in great shape for many years to come,” Dotson said.

The village was awarded a Natureworks Grant in 2007, which was used to build a skate park last year.

“The skate park was designated as the primary goal at that time and the walk path was secondary,” he said. “This time around, the walk path was designated as primary and the cabins were des-

ignated as secondary.”

Work is set to begin on the path next year, as the grant specifies that it must be completed by the end of the next calendar year, Dotson said.

“The grant is a 75/25 grant and so we will be responsible for 25 percent of the total cost,” Dotson said. “To clarify, grants function on a reimbursement basis. As work is completed, the grant will pay for 75 percent of each component cost, and only up to the awarded amount. However, if we are able to complete the repaving for less than the grant amount covers, the remainder is not awarded.”

George Rooks, president of the Bethel Lions Club, said the club would do its best to help the village pay for its portion of the grant, but was uncertain how much the Lions could give.

“The Bethel Lions Club is the instrument that got the walking path done so we’d be happy to help,” he said. “A tremendous amount of people use it, but it does need to be resurfaced and have the potholes and cracks filled.”

Early voting under way

Trustees hopefuls discuss election

There are four candidates running for Tate Township trustee. They were asked four questions. See their answers FULL STORY, A2

“Because over 90 percent of the police department budget is within the general fund, the department will be vulnerable to the cuts and cost-saving measures necessary for a fiscal recovery. I would like to see council pursue other measures of funding for the police department, such as an increased police levy.”

Gunn said residents should not worry about gaps in service and that more research needed to be done before council could make a final decision on how to replace Woodruff.

“Gaps should, for the most part, be filled with these proposed hirings,” she said.

“Finance (committee) needs to more carefully scrutinize the numbers to see if this would keep us within our proposed budget for 2010. I would expect the final decision regarding police staffing to come within the next 30 days.”

Bethel receives $27K grant for walk path mdannemiller@communitypress.com

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Sometimes you just can’t win. Chelsea O’Brien of Felicity didn’t have any luck at this game during Autumn Bash. But that didn’t stop her from trying another game with her friends.

Community meeting set to address levy, bus garage The Bethel-Tate Local School District Board of Education will hold a community meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, at the district office and bus garage, 675 West Plane St. Superintendent Jim Smith and district Treasurer Amy Wells will be on hand to answer questions about the upcoming levy as well as the bus garage and district offices.

The levy, which will be on the ballot Nov. 3, is a 4.34-mill property tax. The levy would generate about $725,000 annually for the district and would expire in five years.

Homeowners would pay an additional $131 each year per $100,000 of home value, according to Chuck Tilbury, chief deputy auditor for the Clermont County Auditor’s Office.

By John Seney jseney@communitypress.com

Early voting began Sept. 29 in Clermont County.

“We had about 30 people the first day,” said Judy Miller, board of elections director. “A couple of p e o p l e walked right in the door when we opened at 8 a.m.

We’re off to a good start.”

Voters can cast their ballots before Election Day Nov. 3 by showing up at the board of elections office at 76 S. Riverside Drive in Batavia. The office is open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday

through Friday.

The office also will be open Oct. 31, the Saturday before the election, from 8 a.m. to noon.

A walk-in voter needs to fill out an absentee ballot application before voting, Miller said.

A voter also can request an absentee ballot by mail. The last day to request an absentee ballot by mail is noon Oct. 31, but Miller suggests requests be submitted by Oct. 24 to insure they are received in time.

To request an absentee ballot call 732-7275, or visit the board of elections Web site at www.clermontelections.org.

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October 22, 2009

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Community Press Staff Report There are four people running for Tate Township trustee. They were asked the following questions: 1. Why are you running for the Tate Township trustee?

2. What are some major issues facing the township and how would you deal with them if elected?

3. What would you bring to the board?

4. Do you have any additional comments?

Greg Burns 1. I am running for trustee to continue to help guide the township in these difficult times and to keep the township services the same, if not better, as they are now.

2. The major issues facing Tate Township are zoning, which is always an issue, and emergency services. I will work to keep our zoning enforced and keep the township moving forward. I will make sure the emergency services are there for the residents when we need them.

3. I will bring to the position my years of experience and my knowledge of dealing with the community. I am also easily available at all times of the day.

4. We have a great community and the township has a great working staff. I am looking forward to working with both.

Ron Shouse 1.

I believe we are put on this earth to help others.

In saying that, I feel I can be a trustee who will listen and respond to township residents and their problems no matter how big or small. I am the type of person who enjoys working on issues and seeing them to an amicable finish.

2. Financial responsibility: In today’s climate, making sure taxpayers’ monies are being used wisely is the utmost importance to me. I will make sure there is accountability and oversee the township budget to

This election season, to make sure every race for township trustee, village council, school board and city council is covered, the Community Press will place one question and answer from each candidate in the paper. Readers are asked to see all questions and answers at Cincinnati.com. assure fiscal responsibility.

Growth of business: Is another issue where the township needs to be proactive by designing and implementing a master plan. The township needs to have a more open-arms approach in luring new business to the township while maintaining established businesses.

I would work towards a long range master plan for the township with major emphasis on courting business to our region.

Green space preservation: I would like to see space put aside to develop a township park with family amenities such as picnic shelters, playground structures, hiking rails and rest rooms.

If elected, I would research and seek out the many grants available and make this a part of the master plan for our township.

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An eagerness and enthusiasm to serve and give back to my community.

Working with the public is my career and life-long ambition and I enjoy meeting new people and tackling a challenging problem with a commitment and resolve to follow it through to a satisfying solution.

I am very approachable and will make time no matter how small or large a problem may be. I believe that if I’m elected, I have the ability to work for the good of the township alongside the current trustees.

4. I moved my family back to Tate Township in 1994 so I could raise my sons and daughter in a rural area where everyone looks

out for each other. Being personally involved in the community has always been important to me. I strongly believe that whether it is Boy Scouts of America, youth soccer and baseball or the conservation of history, serving my community is the reason I exist. What happens here in our community should always be important to everyone and if you elect me as your Tate Township trustee, I assure you it will always be important to me.

Remember to vote Nov. 3, your say is important!

Frank Wilson 1. I am running for Tate Township trustee because I have been a resident of the township all of my life. I am proud of this community and would like to give back what I can. I am retired from Ford Motor Co. so I am available to the people anytime. I am a full-time trustee.

2. We do not have any major issues at the present time because former and present trustees did look ahead. In 1996, we put an addition on the firehouse to keep up with the needs of the community. In 2003, we took over the joint ambulance district. We are now running 24/7 with paramedics. We have not increased taxes. We have an excellent fire department and life squad.

We purchased one new pumper in 2005. If any growth comes this direction, we are prepared with a land use plan down Ohio 125.

3. I have 16 years of experience. I am very involved in the county township association meetings as well as the local meetings. I am a member of the Lions Club, Bethel Church of Christ and I am a 4-H advisor. Hopefully, I will continue to be involved in our community.

4. I am dedicated to this township and village and would appreciate your vote for Frank Wilson Nov. 3.

Mark Ingram could not be reached.

Hazelbaker talks about priorities for Franklin Twp. To help voters get to know the people they will be electing as a Franklin Township trustee, the Community Press asked each of the candidates to answer three question about their goals, priorities and qualifications.

Only Billy Hazelbaker responded.

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Billy Hazelbaker Question 1. Franklin Township, like many communities, is struggling with a tight budget. What do you think are the priorities for the township and what is your solution to the current financial hardship?

Answer: I feel, as a township trustee, that it is a priority to make a decision

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Question 2: What are some of the main issues you would like to see addressed in Franklin Township?

Answer: Some of the main issues I feel need to be addressed are: Road markers, roads need to be marked more clearly.

Address markers, houses need visible numbers. Look into possibly combining the fire department and life squad.

Question 3: What strengths do you bring to the elected position?

Answer: Some of the strengths that I bring to the elected position are knowledge of roads and bridges, equipment operation and business management.

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Municipal court judge candidates address issues This election season, to make sure every race for township trustee, village council, school board and city council is covered, the Community Press will place some questions and answers from each candidate in the paper. Readers are asked to see all questions and answers from the Clermont County municipal judge and clerk of courts candidates at Cincinnati.com/bethel or Cincinnati.com/felicity.

Two candidates are running for two seats as Clermont County Municipal Court judges. The Community Press asked each of the candidates to answer questions. Their responses are:

Thomas Herman

James Shriver

Thomas R. Herman Q: What are the main

issues facing the municipal court?

A: Jail overcrowding, funding of court, recidivism and holding offenders accountable.

James A. Shriver Q: What are the main issues facing the munici-

pal court?

A: We have many issues facing municipal court. One main issue is the lack of necessary jail space to incarcerate violent and repeat offenders. The second issue deals with the present economic climate. We are running a very lean and effi-

cient court operation. The needs of the criminal justice system dictate that we not cut our present operational level. A reduction in county funding causes the court concerns about how to effectively carry out its constitutional duties and protect public safety.

Candidates for Clerk of Courts answer questions Two candidates are running for Clerk of Courts, Municipal Court in Clermont County. Each was asked to answer three questions.

Their responses are: Gregg Conrad Q: What are your qualifications for office?

A: The clerk of courts office is an administrative office. It is designed to be a leadership position, not as much hands on like the prosecutor or sheriff. The elected clerk is to provide guidance to the 20-plus fulltime employees and maintain the security and integrity of the records of the courts.

In the past I have owned my own small insurance agency (25 years). For five years, I was a vice president of a manufacturing company with 50 employees. I have also sat on the West Clermont school board and for the last six years I have been a Pierce Township

trustee.

As you can see, my history has been a strong training ground for the leadership position of clerk of courts. I am more than willing and qualified to hold this office.

For more go to: www.greggconrad.com.

Q: What are the main issues facing the office of clerk of courts?

A: A redundant elected clerk of courts.

Six years ago this elected administrative office was created by dividing the existing clerk’s office into two individual offices. Clermont County taxpayers are now paying an additional elected official, who holds an administrative position, $99,000 a year plus benefits. (Hamilton County gets by with only one.)

This second administrative position is not a luxury that our county can afford.

This is not to say that the full-time employees are not

needed, only that the elected office is not. Up until six years ago our single clerk administered the entire county for about $60,000 annually. Today about $160,000 of our taxes are used to pay two elected clerks doing about the same amount of work.

How can the citizens of Clermont County with a clear conscience ask our employees, who do the dayto-day work, to take less pay, take unpaid leave or even get laid off when we have an elected office that is not a necessity?

If we think that in this economy we are going to get the same county services without an increase in taxes we are just wishing.

We either make more general funds and in this economy it means higher taxes or we spend less which means cutting services or eliminating redundant positions.

For more go to: www.greggconrad.com.

Tim Rudd Q: What are your qualifi cations for office?

A: I am a graduate of the Felicity-Franklin High School and the University of Cincinnati. I graduated from UC with a BA in economics and with the honors Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa. My work experience has included farming, banking with the Citizens Bank of Higginsport, and as a tax commissioner agent for the Ohio Department of Taxation. I do, however, believe that my 14 years of experience in a clerk’s office are my main qualification for re-election as clerk of the municipal court. In January 1996, I was hired as the assistant clerk of courts and oversaw the computerization of the municipal division of the clerk of courts.

My duties as assistant clerk were general supervision of the office of the clerk of courts, but 90 percent of my time was spent overseeing

the municipal division. In 2003, I was elected as the clerk of the Clermont County Municipal Court. In those 14 years, I have built a great relationship with the court, the prosecutor, the private attorneys, the sheriff, the other law enforcement agencies serving Clermont County, and the public who use municipal court.

Recently I have received the endorsement of the Fraternal Order of Police Ohio Valley Lodge #112 which should serve as proof of my excellent working relationship with law enforcement.

Needless to say, those relationships also are highly dependent on my dedicated staff that is always willing to roll up their sleeves and get the job done.

Q: What are the main issues facing the office of clerk of courts?

A: I can identify three main issues facing the office of the clerk. First is dealing with the issue of the budget

in a time of declining county revenues. Unfortunately, often in a time of economic troubles the caseload and workload for the courts and clerk increases at the exact time that county revenues decrease. Second is keeping current with and dealing with the changes in various laws and mandates emanating from Columbus.

Third is keeping up with the technological changes affecting the office of the clerk. In 1996, we computerized the municipal division of the clerk and the municipal court. We were the beta site for the CourtView database solution and have been on the leading edge of technology since. It is through the use of technology and the hard work of my staff that we are able to keep up with changes from Columbus and provide the level of service that our various clienteles expect while experiencing a declining budget.

Counties handle clerk of courts offices differently

By Theresa L. Herron and John Seney clermont@communitypress.com

A great deal has been said about splitting the Clermont County clerk of courts position into two in 2004.

Basic information about the two positions and a little about how neighboring counties handle their clerk of court offices indicates every county is different.

Clermont County The cost of two clerks of court in 2004 was $85,935 in salary for Tim Rudd and $54,295 in salary for David Caudill, for a total of $140,230. This is $4,138 more than what Caudill and Rudd were paid in 2003 when there was one clerk of courts (Caudill) and one chief deputy (Rudd).

The difference is a pay increase approved by the state of Ohio for municipal court judges. By law, municipal court clerks make 85 percent of what a municipal court judge makes. This

does not include benefits, which are basically the same for all county employees.

If Clermont County had one clerk of courts, the salary would have risen accordingly. When one clerk does both jobs, that person is paid according to population for the common pleas portion of the job and 25 percent of the municipal court judges’ salary for that aspect of the job.

Rudd’s salary is $114,100 in 2009 because of two increases, in 2004 and 2007, approved by the state of Ohio. No increase was approved in 2009.

Common Pleas Clerk of Courts Barbara Wiedenbein’s salary is $61,247 in 2009.

The cost to run both clerk offices in 2003 was $2.1 million. The cost in 2008 was $2.3 million.

These numbers include the clerks’ salaries. The difference includes pay increases in 2003 and 2004 for all county employees, adding a

Clerk of Courts

This is a summary of the basic information about clerk of court offices in the four county area.

Category Butler Clermont Hamilton Warren Clerk/assistants 11 2 8 6 Combined salaries $632,844 $175,347 $590,779 $382,071 Cases per year 100,195 49,000 187,780 40,842 Population 360,765 195,385 851,494 207,353 fourth judge in the court of common pleas and the pay increases for judges, said Sukie Sheetz, director of the county’s office of management and budget.

Commissioner Scott Croswell voted against splitting the court of courts job in 2003 because he was concerned about runaway growth in the criminal justice area of the county’s budget.

“I believe my vote at that time was proper based on my concern,” Croswell said.

“Today those concerns have not been realized. Rudd runs his office efficiently. In retrospect, the county has saved money by splitting the two offices.”

Neither Rudd or Common Pleas Clerk of Court Barbara

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Wiedenbein have chief deputies.

Other elected officials in Clermont County do have chief deputies.

Butler County Jerome Cook, administrator for Butler County Clerk of Courts Cindy Carpenter, said Carpenter is the only elected clerk.

According to the Butler County Auditor’s Office, the clerk of courts makes $68,275 a year.

The administrator is considered the top deputy in Butler County. There also is a information systems director. Each makes about $60,000 a year, Cook said.The Butler County common pleas court handled about 20,000 cases last year. Butler County’s population is 360,765, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

There also are six municipal courts in Butler County – one each for Fairfield, Hamilton and Middletown – and three for the areas outside the cities, called Area Courts. The clerks for these courts are appointed by the judges.

The three Butler County Area Courts handled 21,097 cases in 2008, according to Clerk Debbie Bolser. The Area Courts have a clerk who oversees all three areas and makes a salary ranging between $59,000 and $68,000 a year, Bolser said.

There are three deputy clerks, one for each area, who make between $47,380 and $57,680.

There also is a court administrator for the area courts

who makes $87,550, according to the Butler County Auditor’s Office.

The Middletown Municipal Court handled 24,827 cases in 2008, according to Clerk Louis Rossi. The salary for the clerk’s position is $74,163.

The Fairfield Municipal Court handled 13,552 cases in 2008, according to the annual report on Municipal Courts on the Ohio Supreme Court Web site. The salary range for the clerk’s position is $46,311 to $90.388, according to the Fairfield Human Resources Department.

The Hamilton Municipal Court handled 20,719 cases in 2008, according to Clerk Michelle Deaton. The clerk’s salary is $55,856.

Hamilton County Patricia Clancy, Hamilton County Clerk of Courts, said she is the only elected clerk of courts in her county.

Hamilton County’s system works fine, Clancy said, and she sees no need to separate the duties.

Clancy makes $73,294 for being the clerk of commons pleas court, $18,323.50 for being the clerk of the municipal court, and $9,161.75 from the state for being clerk of the appeals court, a total of $100,779.25 a year, said David Nurre, payroll supervisor for the Hamilton County Auditor’s Office.

Administrator John Williams said the common pleas court handled 29,449 cases in 2008 and municipal court handled 158,331 cases.

The population of Hamilton County is 851,494, according to the 2008 U.S. Census Bureau estimate.

Williams said Clancy has seven chief deputies each making an average of $70,000 a year.

Warren County James Spaeth, Warren

County Clerk of Courts, said he is the only elected court clerk for his county. He is clerk for both the Common Pleas Court and County Court, which he said would be equivalent to a municipal court. The county court clerk’s position was a separate, appointed position until 2004, when Spaeth took over both jobs.

He said some counties in Ohio have a clerk overseeing both courts and some counties have separate clerks.

“There are 88 different ways of doing it in Ohio,” Spaeth said, referring to the state’s 88 counties.

According to the Warren County Auditor’s Office, the clerk of courts makes $76,558.75 a year, which includes $61,247 for the job of clerk of common pleas court and $15,311.75 for being clerk of county court.

Spaeth has a chief deputy clerk for the common pleas court and a chief deputy for the county court.

Each of them makes a salary ranging between $39,811 and $54,059 a year, he said.For 2008, the Common Pleas Court in Warren County handled 8,970 cases and the County Court handled 8,067 cases.

Warren County’s population is 207,353, according to the 2008 U.S. Census Bureau estimate.

In Warren County, there also are separate municipal courts for Mason, Lebanon and Franklin, and the clerks are appointed.

The Mason Municipal Court handled 9,966 cases in 2008, according to Clerk Trip Bodley. The pay for the clerk’s position is $75,000.

The Franklin Municipal Court handled 7,244 cases in 2008. The pay for the clerk is $58,000.

The Lebanon Municipal Court handled 6,595 cases in 2008. The pay for the clerk is $67,200.

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Candidates discuss finances, priorities at Bethel-Tate

The questions: 1. The Bethel-Tate Local School District is struggling financially and has been unable to pass a operating levy so far.

Do you support running another levy? What are your financial solutions for the district?

2. Even if the property tax passes Nov. 3, the school district will still have to make cuts.

What are your priorities for the district?

3. What strengths do you bring to the elected position?

Kathy Adams 1. I do support a levy because that is the only way to save the district financially. We have already made $2 million in cuts. The state is going to continue to decrease their funding, and we are already 70-percent state funded. I can’t fix our financial problems alone, the community is going to have to help.

2. My priorities for the district are: To keep our excellent rating. We have a great supportive staff and we need to keep them. We need to keep our classroom sizes down, some classes this year have 28 students to one teacher. In the lower grades, that can be a problem. Our teachers are the best, but even they can’t reach every child when they have that big of a classroom. I do not want any child not getting the help that they need.

3. The strengths I bring to the school board are: I’m a member now and have acquired a lot of knowledge as to how the inside politics work. I’m a former school employee, so I believe that gives me a different perspective. I know what goes on behind “closed doors” good or bad. I’m aware that there are a lot of unresolved issues and they need to be dealt with. I want to make sure that happens.

Scott Hobart 1. I support running another levy. In fact I’ve served as the campaign chairperson for all three levies. There are two ways to address the financial issues the district faces: Cut costs or grow revenue. The district has cut $2.1 million

Hobart Ward (15 percent of the district budget) in the past two years to get spending in line with revenue. The only bright spot for increasing revenue are the “open enrollment” kids coming to Bethel. Whenever a child who lives in another district attends Bethel, the district receives $5,732 in state and local monies for that child. This year, approximately 215 children have chosen to open enroll in Bethel and the revenue the district will receive is more than $1.2 million. My position is this: We can’t keep cutting costs and expect our district to deliver the outstanding education our children need. We need the levy to pay for basic operations to keep our school strong. A stronger school is more attractive to parents who will enroll their children here either through open enrollment or move here permanently. In any event, a strong school is good for all of us.

2. My priorities, in order: a. Classroom instruction. It’s the heart and soul of any school. This would include maintaining as many teachers as we can, improving our teacher/student ratios, especially in the K-5 grades, and keeping programs like allday/every-day kindergarten. I believe job one for our school is to ensure our teachers and staff have the best tools and support available so they can deliver the best learning opportunity possible. b. Extra curricular activities.

These are essential to the development of our kids. There is tremendous learning on the field, the court, the podium or the stage. Our principles tell me it’s extra curricular activities that keep many kids in school which prompts them to achieve the academic levels required to participate. The whole community benefits as well from extra curricular activities through the pride we have in our sports teams, the enjoyment we get from a well delivered artistic performance or the warm embrace from a grandchild at “Grandparents Tea.” c. Busing. I would like to see high school busing reinstated and the start/stop times brought back closer to what we have seen in the past.

3. I have 20-plus years of management experience with Procter & Gamble and I believe I can bring the same criticalthinking and problem-solving skills to the school that I use on the job every day. I am currently serving as president of the

This election season, to make sure every race for township trustee, village council, school board and city council is covered, the Community Press will place one question and answer from each candidate in the paper. Readers are asked to see all questions and answers at Cincinnati.com.

Bethel-Tate Schools Planning Commission, and have done so for three years. In this role, I lead project work vital to the board of education and the school. Through this experience I have a strong working knowledge of how the school operates and I could be an effective member of the board from day one without the need for a long learning curve. I am serving as the chairman of the Investing in Excellence Committee for the school’s millage campaigns. Through this experience, I have spoken with hundreds of parents, teachers and voters to understand the needs and issues facing our school today. This first-hand knowledge and the relationships I’ve built will be essential when tough choices need to be made.

Tammy Kenneda 1. I believe that at this time everyone is struggling, but I also know how important good schools are to our community. I don’t believe a levy is the answer I believe we need to look at how our money is being allocated.

2. First to provide an excellent education and finally to keep cost minimal.

3. I have been a parent in the school district for 13 years and I know first hand how the cuts and higher fees (pay to play) have affected my family. I am currently employed at the Clermont County Auditor’s Office and have been for 15 years and I am knowledgeable on how school levies affect the schools and those in the district.

With my experiences, I feel that I can be a great asset to the Bethel-Tate Local School District.

Robert Nealan 1. We need to look at all avenues and see where we can cut corners before we ask the people for a levy. A levy should be the last resort, not the bandage. Our economy is struggling and to ask the voters to pass a levy, when so many are stretching their money just to keep their homes, has to be a final straw, but we must be able to provide the voters with a strong solution to the problem.

We must know all the facts first and that starts with researching all the information and see what else can be done first.

2. To maintain our high standards of teaching, without leaving a child behind. To rejuvenate our sports programs. To eliminate unused or unneeded properties and to streamline jobs. Cutting corners is not going to be easy and the last thing I want to do is ask the teaching staff or bus drivers to take pay cuts or layoffs.

3. A fresh new look at an ongoing problem and new ideas for strong solutions. If someone is not doing what is best for the school than that person should stand accountable and I intend to make them do so. I have ties to many of the families in the community through years of coaching, and I am not afraid to stand up for our kids’ rights. I come from a poor uneducated family in which my mother was completely illiterate and I lost my father at a very young age, which enlightened me to how hard the world can be. With a strong community and school system the simplest person can be helped, educated and accepted to be able to reach their highest potential. I hold elected positions in the oldest labor organization in the country, as well as an elected position in the largest and well known organization in country.

Mark Rose 1. Yes, I support running another levy. The only real, long-term, financial solution for districts like Bethel-Tate (low tax base) will have to come from Columbus. In the interim, we must continue to control expenditures and look for additional areas where cuts can be

made. All potential cuts must be looked at with the goal of not sacrificing the quality of the education we provide to the children of our community.

2. We must retain our highquality teachers, administrators and non-certified staff. These people are the core around which everything else is built.

They have continued to provide a high-quality education as the budgetary constraints have become tighter and tighter.

3. As an incumbent member of the Bethel-Tate Local School District board of education, I have some history with the struggles the district is going through. I’m a second generation graduate of the Bethel-Tate schools and a life-long resident of Tate Township. My oldest children recently graduated from Bethel-Tate High School and my youngest daughter is still in the school system. I have a vested interest as a parent and a property owner in maintaining a top-notch school system Brian Ward 1. There is no doubt that the Bethel-Tate Local School District requires an increase in revenue in order to continue to operate. The voters in the district have rejected an earned income tax and a property tax.

I agree that the property tax currently being proposed is necessary for a short-term solution. Without it, the schools will have to make cuts that will directly affect the quality of education that all students receive. However, I believe that the district leaders should lobby at the state level in order to increase the amount of state revenue that the district

receives. Bethel-Tate does not have a tax base that can adequately fund our schools. The courts have already determined that the way in which school districts are funded in Ohio is unconstitutional. District leaders should take action to convince state leaders that school funding reform should be Ohio’s priority, and that Bethel-Tate Local School District should receive a dramatic increase in state revenue.

2. The priority for BethelTate Local School District should always be the students. Providing all students with a superior education is vital. When cuts need to be made, the quality of instruction should never be affected. All decisions made by the board of education should always focus on the impact that will be made on students.

3. I graduated from BethelTate High School, and I have lived here for the majority of my life. My family and I have a vested interest in the community, and I would like the opportunity to serve the school district that provides us with such a quality education. I am committed to improving the school district. I have the perseverance needed to question, fact find and listen to the community, teachers and students before I make a decision. I will collaborate with the other board members to improve the quality of educational services that the district provides. However, my responsibility will be to serve the community.

Therefore, I will not conform to the board’s majority opinion if it does not reflect the best interests of the Bethel-Tate students.

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Six candidates are running for the three open seats on the Bethel-Tate Local School District Board of Education this November.

While there are many issues surrounding this election, the one everyone is talking about is finances. Should district officials run a levy? What do district officials cut if funding can’t be found? What are the priorities for the district?

The Bethel Journal sent three questions via e-mail to each of the candidates. Check out what they had to say before you hit the polls.

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October 22, 2009

PHOTOS BY THERESA L. HERRON/STAFF

Mallory and Garrett Taulbee of Felicity enjoy some novelty treats at Autumn Bash. Garrett has flashing teeth while Mallory has lighted sunglasses.

They are the children of Heather and Ryan Taulbee.

Lisa Brashears and Eric Plowman of Eastgate take a break from dancing to the band at Autumn Bash Aug. 10. They also show off some face paint artwork.

Bruce Forsee of New Richmond and Dallas Cummins of Felicity participate in the cornhole tournament at Autumn Bash Oct. 10.

Lisa Brashears and Eric Plowman of Eastgate dance to the country music at Autumn Bash.

Autumn Bash fun, even with a little rain The rain and cold weather didn’t everyone from attending the annual Autumn Bash in Washington Township. Friday was very slow, said Robin Brewer, event planner.

But the haunted trail was busy Saturday and everyone stayed for a the

fireworks display.

“We were down because of the weather,” Brewer said, but the people who did attend had a lot to choose from in food, entertainment and activities like cornhole and music.

Midnight Rain kept the crowd entertained Saturday at Autumn Bash.

Faith Jennings, left, with her cousins Kaylee and Luke Jennings try one of the games at the Autumn Bash.

Behind Faith is Holly Jennings, mother of Kaylee and Luke.

Fishing with a Friend teaches fishing, empathy

By Kellie Geist kgeist@communitypress.com

Everyone has heard the old adage about teaching a man to fish, but teaching a child to fish can be just as valuable.

“A lot of kids get in trouble because they are bored.

I’d rather teach these kids how to fish and occupy their time that way than have them breaking into houses,” said Mark McIlrath, community service coordinator for the Clermont County Juvenile Court. “Some of these kids don’t have father figures to teach them things like fishing. It could be something they really enjoy that keeps them out of trou-

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The Southern Ohio Coon Hunters Association made T-shirts for the kids who attended “Fishing with a Friend” Saturday, Sept. 26. ble and out of the adult system.”

That’s just one of the

reasons the juvenile court hosts the biannual Fishing with a Friend event. This

fourth annual event was Saturday, Sept. 26, in conjunction with The ARC of Ohio (Advocating for the Rights of Citizens with Developmental Disabilities), and the Southern Ohio Coon Hunters Association.

The Fishing with a Friend all started when a group of kids is the court’s community service program helped ARC paint their building. McIlrath thought bringing the ARC kids together with the ones in the community service program would benefit everyone involved.

“For our kids, we want to teach them a little empathy.

I always tell them, in my pep talk before the event,

that they are all one skateboard accident away from being in a wheelchair, too.

It’s good for them to be around the kids who have disabilities,” McIlrath said.

Lori Davis, event coordinator for ARC, said the event also helps the handicapped kids.

“We wanted to find a way to get our kids around typical kids, it’s a good experience for them. And they just love fishing and being outdoors,” Davis said.

“It also helps the (kids in the community service program) because they get to know a little bit about the person instead of just seeing the disability.”

Children from the Wildey

School in Owensville, the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Greater Cincinnati and Clermont County 4-H also were invited. About 25 children and 15 adults attended the event. McIlrath said the lower attendance was partially because of the weather.

The coon hunters allow the groups to use their lake in Stonelick Township for Fishing with a Friend and they stock the lake before the event. This year, they also gave the kids T-shirts.

The court received a $1,000 grant from the Amelia Walmart this year to pay for additional supplies such as tackle, fishing poles, food and sun visors.

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United Way to help Clermont Co. kindergarten students

United Way of Greater Cincinnati (UWGC) has distributed $115,020 to help boost kindergarten readiness and improve early childhood education in Clermont County.

The money, a series of grants resulting from the Winning Beginnings campaign, aims to ensure every local child has access to high quality early education programs and increases the number of children prepared for success in kindergarten.

Winning Beginnings grants, recommended by the Eastern Area Action Council and support Success By 6® efforts in Clermont County, increase literacy-based home visitation for preschool-aged children, help early childhood programs implement assessments that measure progress, and provide coaching and technical assistance to help programs achieve Step Up to Quality star ratings.

Ohio is one of 18 states to have implemented a quality rating system that encourages higher quality and gives parents a tool to evaluate quality. To date, there are 23 programs in Clermont County with star ratings. Half of these are operated by Child Focus, a Success By 6® partner with UWGC. A recent luncheon hosted by Success by 6® and 4C for Children in Clermont County for 10 childcare providers located in or feeding children into the four targeted school districts – Batavia, Clermont Northeastern, Felicity and Williamsburg – resulted in all participants expressing interest in working toward a quality rating.

To date, one program has submitted an application and several more are working on the applica-

tion process.

Investments by the Winning Beginnings campaign have also included these results in Clermont County: • Ohio Department of Education’s Kindergarten Readiness Assessment – Literacy (KRA-L) scores were reviewed over a threeyear period in the county’s nine school districts. With the ultimate goal of working with all nine districts, two were selected for immediate partnership and two more will be phased in during the current school year.

• Two school districts worked with Success By 6® to survey parents of incoming kindergartners regarding their children’s enrollment in early childhood programs to better understand how those experiences affect KRA-L scores and school readiness.

• The YWCA of Greater Cincinnati, a United Way agency partner, expanded its home visitation program in Batavia and Felicity. The program – Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) – is a literacy-based curriculum that encourages reading in preparation for kindergarten entry.

“A growing number of stakeholders are recognizing early childhood as the first phase of the education continuum, as it is during this critical period that the stage is set for school success or failure,” says Debra Gordon, director, United Way of Greater Cincinnati - Eastern Area. “And we know that school success leads to life success.”

In addition to Winning Beginnings funds, United Way committed $15,000 to help Batavia participate in a state-wide project aimed at making schools more ready for

children. The Ready Schools initiative is a collaborative project that includes the Ohio Department of Education, the Ohio Association of Elementary School Administrators, the Kellogg Foundation, and two dozen elementary schools.

In October, United Way volunteers will celebrate the one-year anniversary of the opening of the Born Learning Trail at the Mt. Carmel Park. The trail, made possible by the generosity of the Midland Company, is a place parents can take their young children to explore and learn together in a fun outdoor environment.

“These investments, thanks to contributions from local companies, foundations and individuals, help support United Way’s commitment of ensuring high quality early childhood care and education for families in our region, and Winning Beginnings is helping make that happen,” Gordon said.

“The Winning Beginnings campaign runs separately from the annual United Way fundraising campaign; it was initiated with a ‘silent’ phase in 2007, bringing in more than $6 million. The goal is to raise up to $30 million over five years from private sources. The private sector goal is coupled with a long-term public policy goal to attract more state resources for improving high quality early childhood education.

Winning Beginnings will ultimately support three efforts, including quality early childhood education, home visitation to help parents improve their parenting skills and a system that monitors the effectiveness of these practices as they work to prepare children for the classroom.

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Gene Hehenmann, left, and Archie Wilson are owners of Midwestern Plumbing Service. The Clermont Chamber of Commerce has named Midwestern Plumbing Service as winner of the Corporate Pacesetter award.

Chamber to honor Midwestern Plumbing

By John Seney jseney@communitypress.com

Archie Wilson and Gene Hehenmann, owners of Midwestern Plumbing Service, have a simple philosophy for giving back to the community.

“If someone knocked at our door, we always had something to give,” Wilson said.

The Clermont Chamber of Commerce has named Midwestern Plumbing as the recipient of the annual Corporate Pacesetter Award.

The Corporate Pacesetter Award has been presented annually since 1997 to a Clermont County organization demonstrating outstanding qualities of corporate citizenship and leadership, as well as a genuine concern for the welfare of Clermont County and its residents.

“It’s definitely an honor and privilege to win that award,” Wilson said.

In 1978, Hehenmann and Wilson became business partners and formed Midwestern Plumbing Service.

The business grew over the years and now has 60 employees.

Wilson said that they have tried to share their success with others.

“We owe it to give back to the community,” Wilson said.

Among the many community organizations that have benefited from the generosity of Midwestern are A Caring Place, Clermont County Boys & Girls Clubs, Clermont County Senior Services, Batavia Rotary Club and the James Sauls Homeless Shelter.

“It’s a privilege to support these fine organizations,” Wilson said.

Hehenmann described Mid-

western’s role as “trying to be involved in the community and giving back from our success.”

Clermont Senior Services Executive Director George Brown, who submitted Midwestern Plumbing Services’ nomination, said Midwestern is “a true example of a business being a part of improving the quality of life’’ in the community.

Nancy Ball, executive director of the Boys and Girls Clubs, said she is “very pleased to see Midwestern Plumbing and Archie Wilson receive this award.”

She said Wilson has served on her organization’s board of directors since 2004 and was instrumental in getting a branch of the club open in Amelia.

“Archie Wilson has been a real champion for young people in Clermont County,” she said. “He has supported every initiative and event we’ve had.”

Wilson describes the James Sauls Homeless Shelter as being “close to my heart.” Shelter director Billie Kuntz couldn’t agree more.

“Archie has a passion for helping,” she said. “The award couldn’t go to a better person.”

She said Midwestern Plumbing has donated labor and materials to the shelter and Wilson, in his role as Batavia Township trustee, helped acquire the land for the shelter.

Midwestern and other chamber award winners will be honored at the Clermont Chamber Annual Pacesetter Awards Dinner at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, at Holiday Inn and Suites Cincinnati East.

Reservations for individuals and corporate tables may be made through Oct. 29 at 576-5000 or www.clermontchamber.com.

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On the playground

A group of students at William Bick Primary School play on the playground during recess.

Nelson named assistant dean UC Clermont John R. Nelson is the new assistant dean for administrative services at UC Clermont College.

Nelson brings a diverse background in administration, human resources, financial/budget management and general site management to the college.

He recently retired from a 32year career with International Paper where he was site manger of the 45-acre Loveland facility and human resources manager for the technology organization.

“Clermont College is very fortunate to have John Nelson join

us as we continue to grow and address our mission of service to the region.

He brings a wealth of management experience and is a well known advocate and leader in the Clermont County community,” said Dean James F. McDonough.

Nelson’s community volunteer activities include: Chair of the Workforce One Investment Board of Southwest Ohio; board of directors for the Clermont Chamber of Commerce; United Way advisory council, 2008 campaign chair for

United Way-Eastern Area; previous member of UC Clermont College advisory council.

He is a member of National Association of Colleges and Employers and the Society for Human Resource Management.

“I am honored and excited to be a part of the UC Clermont organization,” said Nelson.

Nelson earned his master’s of public administration from Middle Tennessee State University and is a certified public accountant.

He and his wife, Sharen of 32 years, live in Maineville.

CLERMONT COUNTY – The League of Woman Voters Clermont County is helping host candidate forums this election season.

• The forum for candidates running for Clermont County clerk of courts is 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, at the Union Township Civic Center. Also representatives will be on hand to discuss the state issues: Proposed state constitutional amendment Issue 1 Veteran’s Issue, Issue 2 Livestock Care Issue, and Issue 3 Casino Issue.

Visit www.lwvclermont.com for more information, or call 513-7528011.

Casino night

OWENSVILLE – The Friends of the Fair organization is sponsoring the first annual Casino Night from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Clermont County Fairgrounds.

The proceeds will be used for the

construction of a new 4-H equestrian building. There will be gambling tables (Texas- Hold’em, poker and blackjack), a big-6 wheel, money wheel, kids games, split the pot and a silent auction.

Friends of the Fair Inc. is a 501(C)(3) organization that is dedicated to improving the 4-H facilities.

The organization is funded solely by donations and local fundraising events. The main fundraisers are the pork booth during the Clermont County Fair, a Spring Benefit with silent auction and dinner, Casino Night along with local community and business support.

Clermont DD meeting

STONELICK TWP. – The Clermont County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Clermont DD) will hold its regular monthly meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, in the Thomas A. Wildey Center, 2040 U.S. 50, one mile west of Owensville.

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This week in soccer

• Bethel-Tate High School boys shut out Goshen High School 5-0, Oct. 12. Logan Stephens scored three goals and Billy Sipos scored two goals. Walnut Hills’ Kevin Poe made five saves.

• Bethel-Tate girls tied with Goshen High School 2-2, Oct. 12. Hayley Rose and Morgan Calhoun scored Bethel’s goals.

Bethel advances to 7-7-1 with the win.

• Bethel-Tate boys beat New Richmond High School 10-1, Oct. 13. Billy Sipos scored five goals, Tyler Bullock scored three goals and Alex King and Logan Stephens each scored one goal for Bethel. Bethel advances to 13-2 with the win.

• McNicholas High School boys tied with Alter 1-1, Oct. 13. Nick Hunt scored McNick’s goal. McNicholas advances to 9-2-3 with the win.

• McNicholas High School girls shut out Purcell Marian 7-0, Oct. 14. Carrie Martin and Allie Thul were McNick’s keepers. Morgan Rice and Tricia Walsh each scored two goals and Alex Lang, Maria Chambers and Morgan Gardner each scored one goal.

McNicholas advances to 7-53 with the win.

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McNick grad earns team of week

Duke University freshman goalkeeper Tara Campbell, a McNicholas High School graduate, has been named to the Soccer America National Team of the Week, after registering eight saves against fifth-ranked Florida State in a 0-0 tie at Koskinen Stadium Sunday, Oct. 11.

Campbell came up big with eight saves, along with diving stops and key punch-outs on corner kicks to preserve her fourth shutout of the year.

Campbell has led Duke to two ties against top 10 ranked opponents – No. 9 Wake Forest and No. 5 Florida State – while also taking top-ranked North Carolina to overtime before falling, 2-1.

In 11 matches played, Campbell has started all 11 contests, posted a 1.20 goals-against average and averaged 4.7 saves per match.

She has seen action against five ranked opponents as a freshman.

Her eight saves against FSU was the second-most of her career.

October 22, 2009

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Bethel-Tate will need to rebound from a heartbreaking, last-second loss suffered in week eight. Bouncing back will be no easy task, as the Tigers travel to face league-leading Goshen in week nine. Western Brown defeated the Tigers, 16-13, Friday, Oct. 16. The Broncos kicked the gamewinning field goal with three seconds left in the game.

Western Brown earned the win, but the Tigers had plenty of chances to come out on top. Three Bethel-

Tate turnovers ended promising drives. The Tigers twice turned the ball over inside the Broncos’ fiveyard line, once on downs and once on a fumble.

“We did not take care of the ball,” said Bethel-Tate head coach Clint Kirker.

The tone for the game was set early when the Tigers turned the ball over on their opening posses-

sion. A lateral pass from Eric Shinkle to Kameron Wilson was dropped behind the line of scrimmage and Western Brown recovered the loose ball. The Broncos took a 7-0 lead in the first quarter and the score held until the second half. The Tigers tied the game on Shinkle’s one-yard touchdown run in the third quarter.

Offensively, the Tigers were able to move the ball and pile up yards on the ground. The team rushed for 220 yards, led by 88 from Wilson and 100 from Zach Mullins.

Mullins scored the Tigers’ second

touchdown, which tied the game at 13 in the fourth quarter.

“We were successful when we were able to run the ball,” said Kirker.

Each team missed a crucial extra point on its second score of the game.

The Tigers drove nearly to the goal line with a chance to take the lead before turning the ball over on downs.

The Broncos took over deep in their own territory and put together an eightminute drive, capped by the winning field goal. Western Brown converted multiple fourth downs on the final

drive.

“They were one play better than us,” said Kirker.

“We couldn’t get off the field at the end of the game.”

The Tigers travel to Goshen to face the Southern Buckeye American Division-leading Warriors.

Bethel-Tate is now 4-4 on the season and will need to win consecutive games to secure a winning season.

“We’re excited to go to Goshen and get back on track,” said Kirker. “We believe we can beat anybody when we play the right way, we’ve just not done that for a full game yet this season.”

Bethel-Tate boys soccer readies for postseason

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The Bethel-Tate soccer team finished the regular season 15-2 and will face the winner of the Roger Bacon v. Norwood game Oct. 24 in the second-round of the sectional tournament.

“Norwood is outstanding and Roger Bacon plays a very tough schedule,” said Bethel-Tate head coach Dave Schellenberger.

“Either of those teams will be tough, but I think we’re ready to play just about anybody. I think we can compete with anybody.”

That confidence comes from a season of overwhelming the competition.

The Tigers have been scoring goals in bunches and haven’t been surrendering many in the process.

“We’re quite pleased.

The last few games they have really stepped it up,” Schellenberger said.

“We’re working well as a unit,” he said. “We use everybody and it’s not just about one or two guys.

Even the guys that come off the bench haven’t let us down at all. They play as smart as the starters.”

Billy Sipos and Logan Stephens have both been very successful this season.

Both players broke the school record for goals in a season, which was 32.

Sipos has 34 goals and Stephens has 33 heading into the final regular season game.

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Billy Sipos is one of the leading scorers for Bethel-Tate and broke the school’s single-season goal record earlier this year.

Tyler Bullock is one of the key players for the Tigers soccer team this season.

“When you have two guys that score 60 goals combined in a season, you’re going to win a lot of games,” Schellenberger said. “We’ve scored almost 80 goals this season and given up only 13.”

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Brandon Browne is one of the top defenders for the Bethel-Tate soccer team.

Jordan Ely has been a key defender along with first-year player Louis Schaljo. Brandon Browne is another key player. Jeremy Moss has been a good midfielder and Tyler Daria is another standout for the Tigers. Tyler Bullock has been a key player on the win for Bethel-Tate.

“My whole defense, with (Kevin) Poe in goal, has been outstanding,” Schellenberger said. “I think we’re getting better. We’ve been injury-free and we’re just now starting to gel in the last few games. We’re playing like I expected us to play from the start of the year. We’re really pleased with the team and where we’re at.”

While the Tigers have had a strong season, the rest of the conference has been in a rebuilding mode.

Because of that, Bethel-Tate has had some lopsided scores, which Schellenberger said is making the team enemies around the conference.

“You’re working hard to get the guys focused to push themselves and do the best they can and you aren’t trying to run the score up,” he said. “The guys are so good you don’t

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want to put a stop to it and it’s hard to sit kids giving “A” effort because they are doing well.”

“I’ve been in that situation when you get thumped 12-0 and I know exactly

what it feels like but you don’t deliberately try to do it, but it does happen and you make some enemies in the process,” the coach said.

Schellenberger said the team has had a strong following from the parents and fans of the program, but said if any new fans come out for the first sectional game, they will see an entertaining team.

“We knock the ball around and our touch is pretty good and when you score goals, any second you can put the ball in the net, that’s exciting,” he said.

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Bethel-Tate goalkeeper Kevin Poe is one of the standouts for the Tigers soccer team.

VIEWPOINTS Power grab via Constitution

In an ambitious and multi-million dollar power grab, corporate agribusiness proponents are trying to write themselves into the Ohio constitution via Issue 2. Wellmeaning voters would do well to get behind the slick campaign that masquerades as an attempt to improve food safety and animal welfare.

If approved, Issue 2 would amend the constitution to create a board of 13 politically-appointed individuals with power to determine regulations related to animal agriculture. It would not require any public input process. This could include decisions on issues such as the use of antibiotics and growth hormones, cloned animals, factory farm zoning regulations, etc.

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Their campaign tries to trick voters into thinking that Issue 2 will support safe, local food from small farmers. It does not mention the more than 200 factory farms owned and operated by corporations not likely interested in our health, family farms or the well being of animals before they are killed. We desperately need reform, but education, dialogue and the legislative process are needed. Don’t be fooled, Ohioans.

Our well-being depends on it.

Linda and Paul Davis English Creek Drive Union Township

Vote against Issue 3

I read with interest “Clermont Chamber endorses Issue 3” Oct. 14. It is unfortunate that people think allowing four casinos in

Ohio will solve the state’s budget shortfall. The detriments of gambling expansion were not addressed in the article: 1. Casino supporters claim local economies will be boosted with additional tax revenue, but the social and financial burden of gambling is $3 for every $1 of tax revenue.

2. Other states that have committed gambling profits to fund education have ultimately pulled that funding to cover other budget shortfalls.

3. Years of research show that increased gambling opportunities lead to increased gambling addictions, which result in bankruptcy, crime, divorce, suicide and domestic violence.

The social costs of casinos will far outweigh any potential economic benefits. On Nov. 3, please

vote “no” on Issue 3 to stop gambling expansion.

Sharon Dodds Pintail Court Miami Township

A parent’s opinion

Inadequate schools lead to substandard staff, not to mention people who want more for their children move away, population and business growth drops, which makes property taxes go down but at the price of property values dropping, too. It’s a fact, better teachers lead to better grades and higher graduation rates and better schools.

Better schools bring more families and investors which leads to support for the community which leads to property value increase because it becomes a place more

people want to live/invest in. This is not as simple as it sounds.

Our family has been affected by the cuts first hand. Because of no bus service, I stepped back from my full-time job to part-time so I can pick my child up after school. I should be angry, but most schools already have the “pay to play” and lack of bus services. What they are angry about is how their community let their kids down and they lost some good faculty. So why would I care if this levy fails or passes?

Because I care about our investments.

The value of our home is not only what we put in it, but also its surroundings.

Tamee Tumbleson Reisinger Road Bethel

Dick to continue conservative budgeting I chose to run for Bethel mayor for an opportunity to enhance the community where my family lives. As I spoke with villagers, I saw a theme: Bethel was an active, vibrant and close-knit town ... some years ago.

Don’t get me wrong, I think many local organizations do a good job, however, the village government could and should do a much better job at drawing together these entities and events and in doing so support and promote the community pride I have heard so much about.

Being mayor is a great position to affect community pride since we have a “weak mayor” system, which means the mayor basically does a few things near unilateral-

ly 1) appoints/ removes board and commission members; 2) presides over the council meetings; 3) appoints/ removes positions in the administraJames Dick tion (with confirCommunity mation of coun4) appoints/ Press guest cil); removes positions columnist within the police department; and 5) acts as the face and public image of the village (government). The mayor has the opportunity and responsibility to be that community facilitator or catalyst which, if elected, I plan to put to

use by being in contact with each one of the organizations including the township trustees, board of education, boosters, ministerial association, Lions Club, log cabin committee, Down Home Christmas committee, and any other event committee. One item on my platform is to create a community organizing and recreation committee, which would bring together all of these community players to assist each make their event more publicized and more successful.

As an appointed council member, I like many of you, was troubled about the villages financial woes. And since my appointment in April 2008, I have been a part of reining in spending and costeffective strategies enacted by the

council. Another item on my mayoral platform is for council to create an ongoing policy of capping annual appropriations at 85 percent of forecasted revenues or the previous year’s budget.

Although not a policy as of yet, council has decided to use this benchmark for the 2010 appropriations which are currently being discussed and should be voted on by year’s end.

Just to give you an idea of the strides made in 2008, the general fund budget (appropriations) were set at $786,940. During 2008 a new administration and fiscal officer began reconstructing the village finances and council moved to enact many cost-saving steps in an effort to bring down the gen-

eral fund expenditures. The difference was a nearly $195,000 general fund cut to $592,150 appropriated in 2009. The 2010 revenues are estimated at about $560,650 and with 85 percent the appropriations goal you can see the village has to continue to control spending, just as you do in your own family budget. As a council member I’ve tried use your tax dollars wisely and efficiently.

As mayor, I would continue to encourage council to consistently appropriate less than estimated revenues.

Please forward questions or concerns to me at jamesdickformayor.com or 734-7887.

James Dick is a candidate for Bethel mayor. He lives on South Ash Street.

Bethel mayoral candidate shares his thoughts I, Rus, Whitley, am running for mayor of Bethel. I would appreciate your vote. I will listen and honestly answer questions and concerns.

If I don’t know the answer, I say so, then pursue a solution. I will do my best to solve village problems and issues. I have a sincere desire to work with you to improve the condition of our village. I believe we can accomplish our goals if we work together.

Not all change is beneficial even when the change is made with good intentions. Village government was altered with the appointment of an administrator.

In my opinion, shortly thereafter, out-of-control spending began.

The administrator reports directly to the mayor. The mayor and the council are responsible for approving all expenditures. It seems to me, the Rus Whitley checks and balCommunity ances on spendhas been Press guest ing ignored for quite columnist some time. If I am elected as your mayor, I will not be an absentee mayor, nor will I “rubber stamp” spending approvals. I will not look for conflict with village government officials, but I won’t run

from it, either. I will always do what I think is best. The mayor’s position should be as the commander-in-chief of the village. He should have enough life experience and wisdom to lead the community. The only way to make any government responsible, is to hold it accountable.

Accountability is my key commitment to you.

One of my main concerns is the fiscal emergency chapter 118, which Bethel faces in January 2010. We must have sound plans to reverse our $585,000 deficit. If I am elected mayor, I plan to reduce our expenses by $70,000plus per year. To implement this, it will be necessary to eliminate

some positions. Based on our past history, there are positions which could be eliminated or reduced to part-time.

I realize this may be an unpopular idea, but it is time for accountability concerning the financial condition of the village.

In addition, if I am elected mayor, I will redirect my salary to the general fund. I have other plans, which will need to be considered after the election. We must become fiscally sound. We cannot keep spending as usual. Tough times require tough decisions.

In these times, it is more difficult than I can ever remember to be excited about politics.

Taxes are way too high, cor-

ruption is way too common, moral ethics are lacking in too many cases, lying is way too common and spending is way too out of control. In many cases, it feels to me like the government officials have forgotten they work for us; not us for them.

Their job perks are truly unbelievable while many of us struggle in our everyday lives to make ends meet. I want to be your mayor. I pledge to do my best to work for the citizens of Bethel and make the village a stronger and more unified community. The future of our village is in your vote.

Rus Whitley is candidate for Bethel Mayor. He lives on Main Street.

State rep. says government has gotten too big Due to the difficult economy, all of us have reduced our household spending and tightened our belts.

Although government has an obligation to provide vital services for its citizens, it must do so without wasting tax dollars on nonessential programs.

Unfortunately, both the state and federal government have not taken the necessary steps toward eliminating wasteful spending and debt.

Ohio Gov. Strickland and House Democrats have not handled the recession with Ohioans in mind.

Their budget’s underfunded programs and reliance on one-

time money will lead to tax increases in the future.

Instead of reducing wasteful expenditures, the budget increases spendDanny Bubp ing by $1 billion Community compared to last Press guest fiscal year and $7 billion in columnist uses one-time funds as temporary support for the creation of new programs.

Like Ohio’s Democrat-controlled government, the federal government is also devouring

your taxes as it funds uncontrolled growth and spending. They have not offered to share the same sacrifices that all of us here in Ohio endure.

The 2009 federal budget is expected to deepen our debt by $2 trillion and, regardless of how fiscally responsible you have been your whole life, you and your children will be handed the bill.

Now that the government is nearly $12 trillion in debt, at some point shouldn’t the credit card be taken away?

The federal deficit should be a concern to everyone.

Do our elected officials truly have our best interests in mind?

We cannot solve our debt crisis by

falling even deeper into debt, and higher taxes and higher spending will not repair the suffering economy!

I will continue to be our community’s voice of fiscal responsibility in Columbus. Ohioans need positive change, not change that will permanently put our children in debt.

As your state representative I am working toward policy improvements that will allow you, the taxpayer, to keep more of their hard-earned money.

Please plan to attend the Seaman Fall Festival in Seaman which begins Sept. 25 and runs through Sept. 27.

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The fair kicks off with a parade Monday at 5:30 p.m. and runs through Sunday, Oct. 4.

I am honored to be the guest speaker for the Veterans Recognition Program in the Center Ring, Thursday, Oct. 1 at 6:30 p.m.

Please contact my office with any questions or concerns regarding legislative issues. You may call my office at (614) 644-6034 or write to me at Representative Danny Bubp, 77 S. High Street, 10th Floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215. You may also e-mail me at District88@ohr.state.oh.us.

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Conrad for Clermont municipal Clerk of Courts Over three-fourths of $1 million is a luxury that the Clermont County citizens and taxpayers can not afford

for an additional clerk of court. About $780,000 is the salary (plus perks) over the six-year term that we

are being taxed to fund an additional/redundant administrative elected office.

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My opponent believes that running our county with only one elected clerk of courts is nonsense. That is understandable for him because he is protecting his job and he is not taking time off without pay. His salary and perks are guaranteed because he is elected.

Up to six years ago our county worked well with only one elected clerk of courts and one assistant clerk that was not elected. We know it worked because my opponent was that assistant (with a salary of $68,000).

He stated that much in the “Journal” in the Oct. 7 issue.

It has been written that in 2003 the clerk of common pleas (who was my opponent’s boss at the time), the county commissioners (I believe with a 2 to 1 vote, Mary Walker and Bob Proud

voting in favor), the municipal judges (one of which stated to me that he was never asked about the office) and the Ohio General Assembly (Rep. Jean Schmidt, former party chair, took the issue to Columbus where it was added to H.B. 159) reviewed the facts and determined it was best for our county. That review to me seems to be a bit skewed.

I guess it is in how you look at things when you determine what is best. I still believe that this elected office is redundant. It can be successfully accomplished with an assistant clerk rather than another elected official.

My plan for the office is simple; first and for most, maintain the integrity of the office by securing the entrusted records and make them available in a timely manner to those that must use them. Second, work to put the two clerk of courts offices back together and try

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Should the federal government’s incentive program for new home buyers be extended?

Why or why not?

“Before we start random programs to help ‘select’ persons buy a new home or

stay in their home, we need to take a step back and look at what incentives would really start the economy moving. There are not enough people with jobs; therefore not enough homes can be purchased to make a substantial impact on the economy.

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to have this a c c o m plished in the first four Gregg years of the Conrad term.

Lastly and Community just as imporPress tant to all Guest working Columnist c o u n t y employees and taxpayers, I will return 20 percent of my salary. If the employees are asked to give back through furloughs and pay cuts then I believe elected officials should share in the same discomfort.

I believe you the voter understand what I am saying and will support this effort with your vote in November for Gregg Conrad. For more information go tothe Web site www.greggconrad.com.

Gregg Conrad is a candidate for clerk of courts, municipal court.

He lives on Locust Lake in Pierce Township.

Next question Should local governments consider consolidating services to lower costs? If so, which services?

Every week The Bethel Journal asks readers a questions that they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answers to clermont@ communitypress.com with “chatroom” in the subject line.

Maybe we should look at keeping jobs in the U.S. and stop sending jobs to Mexico, Guatamala, Honduras, China, etc. ... keeping jobs here would spike the economy and we would not need to spend money to make money!”

Florence “I think so. It could revitalize our economy by moving the inventory of unsold homes. It is a boost to the construction industry and will put more unemployed builders back to work. I have a friend who is a plasterer by trade and has only had four new homes to work on compared to the 25 or 30 he normally does in a year.”

Duke “I feel that it should be extended with additional emphasis on qualifications.

It’s probably the only way some buyers will be able to afford a home of their own.”

B.N. “It should not be extended. As that past year has taught us, people need to learn to save for what they buy and not just spend, spend, spend. The government is already trillions of dollars in debt – and we who saved and didn’t overspend are the ones paying for it.

I’m tired of the giveaways!”

D.H. “It should not be extended. We need to step back and throw the attention to how we are going to give employers incentives to start hiring again. We need to look into ways to create jobs for the millions of unemployed so that they can get back into the workforce.

People who are employed make money, they pay more taxes, they spend, and everyone benefits.”

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Tracy Luginbuhl’s parents built Campbell’s Barn Restaurant and Saloon in 1992 with a country-western style.

Campbell’s Barn has country feel, cooking

By Kellie Geist kgeist@communitypress.com

From the outside, Campbell’s Barn Restaurant and Saloon can be misleading.

The building looks like an actual barn complete with light blue rustic paint and a gravel parking lot.

But a surprise waits for the customers who make their way through the oversized barn doors at 1836 Ohio Pike.

Warm red walls, a fireplace and wood trim along with country decor set the stage for quality, affordable, home-cooked meals.

“It’s a unique place ... We get a lot of comments on how good our food is – just like granny used to make,” said owner Tracy Luginbuhl.

Luginbuhl’s parents opened Campbell’s Barn as a the Campbell Country reception hall during Christmas of 1992.

Although the place was booked every weekend a year in advance, Luginbuhl was looking for something more.

“It was a really nice place, but that was a weekend deal and I wanted something more full time,” Luginbuhl said.

She closed the hall in the summer of 2008 and reopened as a family restaurant in February.

“We started out like gangbusters, but I wish we

Campbell’s Barn Restaurant and Saloon

1836 Ohio Pike 797-8019 Monday through Thursday and Saturday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Friday: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Sunday: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. were busier now,” Luginbuhl said.

“We did the right thing changing to a restaurant, I just think a lot of people just don’t know we’re here.”

The restaurant itself has a full-service bar (with 12 beers on tap,) a few arcade games, big screen TVs showing sporting events, a private party room and tables designed to accommodate large parties such as sports teams, church groups and organizations.

They have a Sunday breakfast buffet from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and happy hour during the week from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

“There are just not a lot of places like this out here, a place where you can take your family to eat and get a drink,” Luginbuhl said.

“The Barn,” as many community members have come to call the restaurant, is well-known for a number of their popular dishes including their fried chicken, prime rib burgers and hand-made cheese sticks.

THINGS TO DO Animals of Halloween

Clermont County Park District is hosting the Animals of Halloween Fall Night Hike at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at Sycamore Park, 4200 Ohio 132 in Batavia. Learn about cats, bats, owls and spiders, and follow a naturalist on a spooky family-friendly night hike. Free. Call 876-9013 or visit www.parks.clermontcountyohio.gov.

Haunted history

The Clermont County Public Library is hosting “Haunted History of Clermont County” at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Union Township Branch Library, 4462 Mount CarmelTobasco Road.

Rick Crawford presents tales of local haunted sites in Clermont County. Children must be accompanied by a parent. The event is free. Registration is required. Call 5281744 or visit www.clermontlibrary.org.

Learn about quail

Brown-Clermont Quail Forever Chapter 3054 is hosting “Wild Quail and their Habi-

tat” at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at Bethel Feed and Supply, 528 W. Plane St. Guest speaker is department of wildlife biologist Heidi Devine. It includes refreshments and raffle. Raffle tickets are $20 each or one free ticket with membership purchase. The event is free. Call 734-2246 or visit www.quailforever.org.

Fall colors

Clermont County Park District is hosting the Fall Colors Hike at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, at Sycamore Park, 4200 Ohio 132 in Batavia.

Explore 158 acres of Sycamore Park and the new Wilson Nature Preserve while searching for fall color in flowers, foliage, fungus and more.

The event is free. Call 8769013 or visit www.parks. clermontcountyohio.gov.

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The cheetah is the fastest land mammal, running at speeds of up to 70 miles per hour with strides of about 20 feet. Sarah, an 8-year-old Cincinnati Zoo cheetah demostrates her speed at a race to break the world speed record Wednesday, Sept. 9, at Mast Farm.

Miami Twp. farm is home to Cincinnati Zoo cheetahs

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When a cheetah from the Cincinnati Zoo shattered a world record in September, she didn’t do it at the zoo or on a track.

Instead, the record was broken at Mast Farm in Miami Township.

The farm, an 108-acre-tract of land donated by John and Anna Mast more than 20 years ago, is home to the zoo’s off-site breeding facility. It is not open to the public.

Since 2003, 20 cheetah cubs have been born in Miami Township, said Dave Jenike, vice president and chief operating officer of the Cincinnati Zoo. “Some animals breed very well in the zoo, but cheetahs typically don’t breed well in captivity and do much better in these off-site breeding facilities with more cats on the ground and with more behavioral options that the cats can choose from,” he said.

The site is part of the Species Survival Plan network, which plans the way zoos in North America work collectively by coordinating conservation efforts and research programs, Jenike said.

“SSP manages the population,” he said. “We have four or five females out at the farm now that are waiting to be placed so SSP will help us place those animals in other zoos.”

While most of the cheetahs at Mast are sent to zoos throughout North America, occasionally the cats are hand raised at the farm and become part of the Cincinnati Zoo’s Cat Ambassador program, Jenike said.

Sarah, the 8-year-old cheetah who broke the world record in September, is one of the Cat Ambassadors.

“It’s not just about breeding and management of the population, it’s about conservation education” Jenike said. “In the Cat Ambassador program, we take cheetahs to schools and we also have the live running displays here at the zoo.”

The farm has a permanent fulltime staff and one full-time keeper who lives on the property to help care for the cheetahs and other animals at the site.

Last year, the site was home to several Andean condors who were later released in Colombia.

“The cheetah is the biggest example of how we use it, but we also use

it as a staging area for animals that will be released into the wild,” Jenike said. “It’s a site that can serve other purposes and we do have some endangered cranes and birds out there now, but the breeding there is mainly cheetahs.”

Miami Township Trustee Mary Makley Wolff was surprised to learn there is a cheetah breeding facility in her backyard and said as long as the facility is safe, it is an asset to the township.

“It shows that we have a good blend of residential business and then obviously the tracts of land that are large enough to accommodate something as wild as cheetah breeding,” she said. “In Miami Township, you can go to Meijer or you can get a cheetah if you need one for your zoo.”

Residents should not worry about the cats escaping the complex and strict measures are put in place to ensure the safety of the animals and the public, Jenike said.

“The same measures we take at the Cincinnati Zoo are taken at the farm,” he said. “It meets or exceeds every standard we have here at the zoo with double fences and everything else you would expect from an accredited zoological society.”

Jenike said the Mast family’s gift has had a lasting impact on the Cincinnati Zoo. “This is a gift that ... has become an essential part of our cheetah program so we’re very thankful to the Mast family for their forward thinking that this piece of land could be something that benefits the zoo in the future,” he said.

The cheetahs currently are on display at the Cincinnati Zoo and will run at 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. during the zoo’s Hallzooween event, in which children 12 years old and younger are invited to trick-or-treat throughout the zoo.

Mast Farm

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On her second run of the day, Sarah set a new world speed record for the fastest land mammals. She ran 100 meters in 6.13 seconds.

Jungle cat breaks world speed record

By Kellie Geist kgeist@communitypress.com

One of Cincinnati’s own has claimed a world record, and she did it right here in Clermont County.

Sarah, an 8-year-old cheetah from the Cincinnati Zoo, set the world record for the fastest land mammal by running 100 meters in 6.13 seconds at Mast Farm in Miami Township. Mast Farm is the zoo’s regional breeding facility for cheetahs.

“I think it’s fair to say that this is the all-time great day in cheetah racing,” said Thane Maynard, director of The Cincinnati Zoo. “It’s fun to see her race so fast.”

Sarah ran three times Wednesday, Sept. 9, to claim the world record. Her first run broke the record of 6.19 seconds with 6.16 seconds and her second run was even faster at 6.13 seconds. She ran the 100 meters in 6.33 seconds on her third run.

Sarah is a member of the Cat Ambassador Program at the Cincinnati Zoo, which has a companion program in Cape Town South Africa.

Sarah is the second cheetah from The Cincinnati Zoo to hold the world speed record. Moya, another cheetah from the Cincinnati Zoo, ran 100 meters in 6.6 seconds in 2000.

Cheetah, an African cat about the size of a small leopard, can run about 70 miles per hour.

KELLIE GEIST/STAFF

KELLIE GEIST/STAFF

Sarah, an 8-year-old cheetah from the Cincinnati Zoo, chases a lure while attempting to break the world speed record for a land mammal at Mast Farm in Miami Township.

Cat Ambassador Program Founder Cathryn Hilker opens Sarah’s crate and sets her off to run 100 meters.

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Bethel Journal

October 22, 2009

THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD T H U R S D A Y, O C T . 2 2

EDUCATION

Book Buddies, 4 p.m. Bethel Branch Library, 611 W. Plane St. Elementary students will read aloud to teen volunteers to help develop reading. Ages 1-5. Free. Registration required. 734-2619. Bethel.

FARMERS MARKET

Wilfert Farms, 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Wilfert Farms, 3135 Lindale Mount Holly Road.

Fresh-picked fruits and vegetables that are harvested several times each day and kept under refrigeration. 797-8344. Mount Holly.

HISTORIC SITES

Ulysses S. Grant Birthplace, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed noon-1 p.m. Birthplace of Ulysses S. Grant, U.S. Route 52, Tour restored one-story, three-room cottage, which was built in 1817. Furnished with period items. $2.50, $2 seniors, $1.50 ages 6-12, free ages 4 and under and members.

800-283-8932; www.ohiohistory.org. Point Pleasant.

LITERARY - LIBRARIES

Amelia History Exhibit, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Amelia Branch Library, 58 Maple St. Journey through the years with Amelia Area Historic Society’s exhibit. 752-5580. Amelia.

LITERARY - STORY TIMES

Fall Story Time, 10 a.m. Doris Wood Branch Library, 180 S. Third St. Stories, games and crafts. Ages 1 1/2 to 5. Family friendly. Free.

Registration required.

732-2128. Batavia.

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EDUCATION

Book Buddies, 4 p.m. Bethel Branch Library, Free. Registration required. 734-2619.

Bethel.

EXERCISE CLASSES

Jazzercise, 9:30 a.m. Anderson Hills Christian Church, $36 per month for unlimited classes. 407-9292. Anderson Township.

Senior Fitness Class, 9:30 a.m. Anderson Senior Center, 7970 Beechmont Ave. $3.

474-3100. Anderson Township.

Pilates, 10:30 a.m. Anderson Senior Center, 7970 Beechmont Ave. $3. 474-3100.

Anderson Township.

FARMERS MARKET

Newtown Farm Market, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Newtown Farm Market, 561-2004. Newtown.

FESTIVALS

Merwin Elementary PTO Fall Festival, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Merwin Elementary, 1040 Gaskins Road. Games, prizes, food, story telling, face painters, house of reptiles, local craft show, raffle, pumpkins and pumkin decorating, balloon artists and dance floor. $5. Presented by Merwin Elementary PTO. 7522787. Amelia.

HEALTH / WELLNESS

Health Screening, 9 a.m.-noon, Homan Chiropractic, 4380 Glen Este Withamsville Road.

Blood pressure, height, weight, foot and spinal screenings. Walk-ins welcome. Free.

Appointment recommended. 753-6325.

Eastgate.

HISTORIC SITES

Ulysses S. Grant Birthplace, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed noon-1 p.m. Birthplace of Ulysses S. Grant, $2.50, $2 seniors, $1.50 ages 6-12, free ages 4 and under and members. 800-283-8932; www.ohiohistory.org. Point Pleasant.

HOLIDAY - HALLOWEEN

Scary Knight Tours, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Loveland Castle, 12025 Shore Road. Haunted castle and Scary Garden area. Benefits Historic Loveland Castle. $8; parking $1 per vehicle.

683-4686; www.lovelandcastle.com.

Symmes Township.

Field of Fright, 8 p.m.-midnight, Turpin Farms, 3295 Turpin Lane. Walk through corn maze with screaming scarecrows, man carrying a chainsaw and more. $11, $9 ages 2-11, free ages 23 months and under. 561-2621; www.turpinfarms.com. Newtown.

LITERARY - LIBRARIES

Amelia History Exhibit, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Amelia Branch Library, 752-5580. Amelia.

ON STAGE - THEATER

Frankenstein’s Guests, 7:30 p.m. Clermont Inn, 180 E. Main St. Halloween comedy.

Includes dinner. $30. Reservations required.

Presented by The Clermont Inn Players. 7322174; www.clermontinn.dine.com. Batavia.

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FARMERS MARKET Blooms and Berries Farm Market, 10 a.m.6 p.m. Blooms & Berries Farm Market, 9669 S. Ohio 48 — fall location, You-pick produce farm. May: no strawberries; October: pumpkins. Presented by Blooms and Berries Farm Market. 697-9173.

Loveland.

Newtown Farm Market, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Newtown Farm Market, 561-2004. Newtown.

Batavia Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Batavia Township,, Main and Depot streets.

Vegetables, fruits and eggs. 876-2418.

Batavia.

HOLIDAY - HALLOWEEN

Scary Knight Tours, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Loveland Castle, $8; parking $1 per vehicle. 6834686; www.lovelandcastle.com. Symmes Township.

For more about Greater Cincinnati’s dining, music, events, movies and more, go to Metromix.com.

Field of Fright, 8 p.m.-midnight, Turpin Farms, $11, $9 ages 2-11, free ages 23 months and under. 561-2621 Newtown.

Fall on the Farm Fall Festival, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Blooms & Berries Farm Market, 9669 S. Ohio 48 , Children’s farm-themed play area, food, music and more. Corn maze; $5, $4 children. Hayrides to pumpkin patch; $4, $3 children. 697-9173; www.fallonthefarm.com. Loveland.

Haunted History of Clermont County, 3 p.m. Union Township Branch Library, 4462 Mount Carmel-Tobasco Road. Rick Crawford presents tales of local haunted sites in Clermont County. Children must be accompanied by a parent. Free. Registration required.

528-1744; www.clermontlibrary.org. Union Township.

HelloWeeOnes, noon-3 p.m. Amelia Center, 1260 W. Ohio Pike.

Prizes, pumpkin toss, games, crafts, monster mash kid’s dance, trick or treat walk, pumpkin carving, costume contest and more. Family friendly. Free. 5455332. Amelia.

Teen Pumpkin Decorating Contest, 2 p.m.

Loveland Branch Library, 649 LovelandMadeira Road. Turn in entries by Oct. 24 or decorate at the library. No cutting, piercing or puncturing the pumpkin. Maximum size: 8 inches. Pumpkins provided by request. Ages 12-18. Free. 369-4476. Loveland.

LITERARY - LIBRARIES

Proclamation

Notice Of General Election R.C. 3501.03 The Board of Elections of Clermont County, Ohio, issues this Proclamation and Notice of Election.

A GENERAL ELECTION Will Be Held On TUESDAY, THE 3rd DAY OF NOVEMBER 2009 (being the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November)

At the usual place of holding elections in each and every precinct throughout said County or at such places as the Board may designate for the purpose of choosing the following officers: (1) Clermont County Municipal Court Judge – (Term Commencing 01/01/2010) (1) Clermont County Municipal Court Judge – (Term Commencing 01/02/2010) (1) Clerk of Municipal Court (2) Township Trustee – In each of the Townships of Batavia, Franklin, Goshen, Jackson, Miami, Monroe, Ohio, Pierce, Stonelick, Tate, Union, Washington, Wayne and Williamsburg (4) City Council Members – In the City of Loveland (3) City Council Members – In the City of Milford (1) Mayor – (Unexpired Term Ending-12/31/2011) – In the Villages of Bethel, Chilo, Newtonsville (4) Council Members – In each of the Villages of Amelia, Batavia, Bethel, Chilo, Felicity, Moscow, Neville, New Richmond, Newtonsville, Owensville, Williamsburg * No Candidate filed for Chilo Village Mayor or Council Member (1) Member of the Board of Public Affairs – In the Village of Felicity (3) Members of the Board of Education – In each of the School Districts of Batavia LSD, Bethel-Tate LSD, Blanchester LSD, Felicity Franklin LSD, Forest Hills LSD, Goshen LSD, Loveland LSD, Milford Exempted VSD, New Richmond Exempted VSD, West Clermont LSD, Williamsburg LSD (2) Members of the Board of Education – In each of the Districts of the Clermont Northeastern LSD and the Little Miami LSD (3) Members of the Governing Board of the Educational Service Center of Clermont County (3) Members of the Governing Board of the Hamilton County Educational Service Center - (For Forest Hills LSD) (3) Members of the Governing Board of the Warren County Educational Service Center – (For Little Miami LSD) And determining the following questions and issues: State Issue Issue 1 – Proposed Constitutional Amendment to Authorize the State to Issue Bonds to provide Compensation to Veterans of the Persian Gulf, Afghanistan, and Iraq Conflicts.

Issue 2 – Proposed Constitutional Amendment to Create the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board to Establish and Implement Standards of Care for Livestock and Poultry.

Issue 3 - Proposed Constitutional Amendment to Amend the Constitution to Allow for One Casino Each in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, and Toledo and Distribute to All Ohio Counties a Tax on the Casinos.

Municipal Issues Issue 4 – City of Milford – Renewal Tax Levy-(5.3 mills-3 years) – Fire Protection.

Issue 5 – Milford City H – (Local Option) - Wal Mart Supercenter - (5499-201 Chamber Dr., Milford) Sunday Sales of Wine and Mixed Beverages (ten a.m. and midnight).

Issue 6 – Village of Batavia – Additional Income Tax - (.25%) on Income-Public Safety Services.

Issue 7 – Bethel Village A – (Local Option) - Bethel OH CVS - (592 W. Plane St., Bethel) Weekday Sales of Beer, Wine and Mixed Beverages.

Issue 8 – Bethel Village A – (Local Option) - Bethel OH CVS – (592 W. Plane St., Bethel) Sunday Sales of Wine and Mixed Beverages - (one p.m. and midnight).

Township Issues Issue 9 – Goshen Township H – (Local Option) - Pair-A-Dice Sports Pub and Beer Garden - (1607 St. Rt. 28, Loveland) - Sunday Sales of Beer, Wine and Mixed Beverages & Spirituous Liquor (ten a.m. and midnight).

Issue 10 – Pierce Township H – (Local Option) - Wal Mart Supercenter 3342 – (1815 St. Rt. 125) Sunday Sales of Wine and Mixed Beverages (ten a.m. and midnight).

Issue 11 – Union Township – Additional Tax Levy - (2.95 mills-for a continuing period of time) – Safety Services.

Issue 12 – Union Township H – (Local Option) - Big Mike’s Gas N Go - (1147 Marian Dr.) Sunday Sales of Beer and Wine and Mixed Beverages (ten a.m. and midnight).

Issue 13 – Union Township V – (Local Option) - Sam’s Club 6528 - (815 Clepper Ln.) Sunday Sales of Wine and Mixed Beverages (ten a.m. and midnight).

Issue 14 – Union Township V – (Local Option) - Wal Mart Supercenter 1443 – (4370 Eastgate Sq. Dr.) Sunday Sales of Wine and Mixed Beverages (ten a.m. and midnight).

Issue 15 – Union Township Z – (Local Option) - Tealtown Exxon – (1006 Old S.R. 74) Sunday Sales of Wine and Mixed Beverages (one p.m. and midnight).

Issue 16 – Wayne Township A – (Local Option) - Buc’s Quick Stop – (6568 S.R. 727, Pleasant Plain Sunday Sales of Beer, Wine and Mixed Beverages (ten a.m. and midnight).

School Issues Issue 17 – Batavia Local School District – Bond Issue and Tax Levy – Bond Issue for $13,960,000 (3.7 mills for 28 years) – Additional Tax - (0.5 mills for 23 years) - For Maintaining Classroom Facilities.

Issue 18 – Bethel-Tate School District – Additional Tax Levy – (4.34 mills for 5 years) For Emergency Requirements of the School District.

Issue 19 – Little Miami Local School District – Additional Tax Levy – 5 Year Incremental Tax – (7.5 mills with annual increments of 1.25 mills through 2013) – For Current Expenses.

Issue 20 – Warren County Career Center – Additional Tax Levy – (1 mill for 10 years) - For Purchasing a Site or Erection and Equipment of Building and Enlarging, Improving or Rebuilding.

CANDIDATES AND BALLOT LANGUAGE FOR ISSUES LISTED ON BOARD OF ELECTIONS WEBSITE AT www.ClermontElections.org The Polls for the Election will open at 6:30 o’clock a.m. and remain open until 7:30 o’clock p.m., of said day.

By Order of the Board of Elections Clermont County, Ohio Rick W. Combs, Chairman Judith A. Miller, Director

CANDIDATES AND BALLOT LANGUAGE FOR ISSUES LISTED ON BOARD OF ELECTIONS WEBSITE AT www.clermontelections.org <http://www.clermontelections.org>

Game Day for Teen Read Week, 2 p.m.

Union Township Branch Library, 4462 Mount Carmel-Tobasco Road. Boom Blox, Endless Ocean, Dance Dance Revolution, Rayman Raving Rabbids, Super Mario Galaxy and Hasbro Family Game Night. Free. Registration required. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 528-1744; www.clermontlibrary.org. Union Township.

ON STAGE - THEATER

Frankenstein’s Guests, 7:30 p.m. Clermont Inn, $30. Reservations required. 732-2174; www.clermontinn.dine.com. Batavia.

SEMINARS

Wild Quail and their Habitat, 11 a.m. Bethel Feed and Supply, 528 West Plane Street, With guest speaker Department of Wildlife Biologist Heidi Devine. Includes refreshments and raffle. Raffle tickets are $20 each or one free ticket with membership purchase. Free.

Presented by Brown-Clermont Quail Forever Chapter 3054. 734-2246; www.quailforever.org. Bethel.

VOLUNTEER EVENTS

Community Service Weekend, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Loveland Primary/Elementary School, 550 Loveland-Madeira Road. Help prepare gardens for winter. Lunch provided. Bring garden gloves. All ages. In conjunction with Make a Difference Day. Registration required.

Presented by Granny’s Garden School. 3242873. Loveland.

PROVIDED.

Clermont County Park District is hosting the Animals of Halloween Fall Night Hike at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at Sycamore Park, 4200 Ohio 132, Batavia. Learn the truth about creatures of Halloween, cats, bats, owls and spiders, and follow a naturalist on a spooky family-friendly night hike. The event is free. Call 876-9013 or visit www.parks.clermontcountyohio.gov.

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

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LITERARY - LIBRARIES

Henry Ford Squares, 5:30 p.m. Union Township Civic Center, 4350 Aicholtz Road. Western style square dance club for experienced dancers with round dance and line dancing. $5. Through Dec. 20. 929-2427.

Union Township.

EDUCATION

Earthworks: Virtual Explorations of the Ancient Ohio Valley, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Woodland Mound, $1, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org.

Anderson Township.

FARMERS MARKET

Blooms and Berries Farm Market, 11 a.m.5 p.m. Blooms & Berries Farm Market, 697-9173.

Loveland.

Wilfert Farms, 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Wilfert Farms, 7978344. Mount Holly.

Go Batty!, 6 p.m. Doris Wood Branch Library, 180 S. Third St. Costume contest, stories, crafts and games. Ages -1-5. Free. Registration required. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 732-2128. Batavia.

LITERARY - STORY TIMES

Drop-In Preschool Story Time, 2 p.m. Union Township Branch Library, 4462 Mount Carmel-Tobasco Road. Stories, dance and a craft. Ages 3-6. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 528-1744. Union Township.

Drop-In Toddler Time Story Time, 11 a.m.

Union Township Branch Library, 4462 Mount Carmel-Tobasco Road. Ages 18 months to 3 years. Stories, songs and play. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 528-1744.

Union Township.

RELIGIOUS SERVICES

Fall Revival, 7 p.m. Laurel United Methodist Church, 553-3043. New Richmond.

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HISTORIC SITES

Ulysses S. Grant Birthplace, 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Birthplace of Ulysses S. Grant, $2.50, $2 seniors, $1.50 ages 6-12, free ages 4 and under and members. 800-283-8932; www.ohiohistory.org. Point Pleasant.

NATURE

Fall Colors Hike, 1 p.m. Sycamore Park, 4200 Ohio 132, Explore 158 acres of Sycamore Park and new Wilson Nature Preserve while searching for fall color in flowers, foliage, fungus and more. Free. 876-9013; www.parks.clermontcountyohio.gov.

Batavia.

COMMUNITY DANCE Pierce Township Square Dance Classes, 7:30 p.m. Locust Corner Elementary School, 3431 Locust Corner Road. Beechmont Square Dance Club beginner square dance class. No prior dance experience necessary. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation.

859-441-9155; www.so-nkysdf.com.

Pierce Township.

LITERARY BOOK CLUBS

Spinebenders Book Club, 7 p.m. “The Story of Edgar Sawtelle” by David Wroblewski.

New Richmond Branch Library, 103 River Valley Blvd. Adults. Free. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 553-0570. New Richmond.

LITERARY - STORY TIMES

Preschool Story Time, 11:30 a.m. Bethel Branch Library, 611 W. Plane St. Ages 3 1/26. Free. Registration required. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 734-2619.

Bethel.

Drop-In Preschool Story Time, 2 p.m. Union Township Branch Library, 528-1744. Union Township.

Drop-In Toddler Time Story Time, 11 a.m.

Union Township Branch Library, 528-1744.

Union Township.

RELIGIOUS SERVICES

Fall Revival, 7 p.m. Laurel United Methodist Church, 553-3043. New Richmond.

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FARMERS MARKET Farmer’s Market, 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Municipal Parking Lot, 6876 Main Street. 561-7697.

Village of Newtown.

HISTORIC SITES

PROVIDED

You can find all kinds of creepy creatures aboard the USS Nightmare in Newport.

The haunted boat features three levels and 40 horrifying areas. It is open through Nov. 1, from 7-11 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays; and 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Fridays and Saturdays. Tickets are $16 or $20 for faster entry. A special lighter and brighter kids matinee is this Sunday from 4-6 p.m. Tickets for the matinee are $6.

To tour the boat or to find out more information, visit www.ussnightmare.com. The tour itself lasts 40 minutes. The USS Nightmare is located at 101 Riverboat Row on the BB Riverboats Newport Landing.

Ulysses S. Grant Birthplace, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed noon-1 p.m. Birthplace of Ulysses S. Grant, $2.50, $2 seniors, $1.50 ages 6-12, free ages 4 and under and members. 800-283-8932; www.ohiohistory.org. Point Pleasant.

LITERARY - STORY TIMES

Preschool Story Time, 11:30 a.m. Bethel Branch Library, Free. Registration required.

734-2619. Bethel.

Life

Bethel Journal

October 22, 2009

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We can close the door to what we want Too often we are our own worst enemy. We badly want or need something, yet behave in such a way that we diminish our chances of getting it.

For example: we’re lonely and look for a friend or someone to love us. And voila, we meet a likeable person who shows some interest in us.

And what is our reaction? We desperately cling to them, phone or text message them 10 times a day, or express jealousy if they have other friends.

Unless they’re equally obtuse, they’ll soon leave.

We drive them away by giving them reason to fear suffocation, or that they’ll lose themselves in the black hole of our needs.

On the other hand, we might close the door by exhibiting the opposite behavior. We are lonely and looking, but portray a self-

sufficiency, gruffness or coolness that says in unspok e n words, “Me, need Father Lou someone?

Guntzelman No way! is Perspectives Needing only for w e a k lings.” Once again, the other person goes away.

Who wants to stand before a closed door?

Multiply those situations in various scenarios and we way get a picture of many people’s lives. There are sales-people who want to make a sale and become pushy or turn into a leach; parents who yearn for more time with their adult children yet engender guilt trips when then come; clergy who encourage church

attendance, yet constantly preach fear and treat attendees as children.

If we are door-closers, how do we counter our tendency to be one? Of course, the first step is to “know yourself” – as the early Greeks were wise enough to realize.

We must honestly analyze our own behavior and realistically examine our words, actions and attitudes. Are we aware of our choice of words or implied impressions, and the result they have on others? Can we detect our possessive, arrogant or insulting manner of acting or speaking?

Step two. We need to become students of human nature. It doesn’t take a Mensa Society IQ to recognize the basic dynamics of our shared humanness.

One of the most precious things we all need and hope for is expressed by the clin-

ical term empathic resonance. You and I are yearning for someone who genuinely “resonates” with us – who will understand us and recognize how we may feel in the circumstances of life.

We are not asking that someone always agree with us, but that there is a genuine connection of their person with “my” person.

What a satisfaction it is when someone stands in my shoes for a moment.

That indicates a door is

open.

We tend not to shut as many doors when we remember and sense that though we are unique, there is still a solidarity within our human nature. Perhaps I’ve quoted her words too often, but I really feel Lily Tomlin expressed a great truth when she said, “We’re all in this together, by ourselves!”

Our children are not children any longer; a customer is profit, a salesperson is overhead; parishioners are

fellow-seekers, and clergy are not gods with thunderbolts; and a person seeking love and understanding, well, that’s all of us.

Father Lou Guntzelman is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.

Reach him at columns@communitypress.co m 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.

SECRETS OF EGYPT

The Clermont County General Health District is looking for nurses, available on a short-term basis, to help with the H1N1 vaccination program.

“There are two different ways that nurses can join with the Clermont Health District nurses to work in our vaccination clinics,” said Clermont County Health Commissioner Marty Lambert. “The first is through contract positions that will start beginning around the middle to end of October; the

nurses employed will be utilized to help us administer vaccinations to priority groups, especially children.”

Work hours for the nursing positions are flexible; individuals who are interested in working only a single clinic, and those who would like to work daily in a clinic for the next few months, are encouraged to apply. Applications can be downloaded online at www.ClermontHealthDistrict.org. If you need to have the application e-mailed or mailed,

call the Clermont General Health District at 735-8400.

Nurses without independent professional liability insurance could help as volunteers through the Tristate Medical Reserve Corps (TMRC); liability coverage is provided by the state for registered volunteers responding to a public health emergency.

A training session is Saturday, Oct. 24. Contact Carol Kisner at 735-8412 or at ckisner@co.clermont.oh.us.

Egyptian

Exhibit & Film Now Open!

www.cincymuseum.org • (513)287-7000

0000363615

Nurses needed for vaccination clinics

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Bethel Journal

Life

October 22, 2009

Popcorn is the all-ages snack for the season

When we were kids, Mom had a certain aluminum saucepan that she

popped corn in.

I remember the lid was a bit battered so that when

HOLIDAY HELP PROGRAM How to cope with emotions during the holidays, following a loss.

Guest Speaker:

the popcorn started popping, some would pop all the way to the ceiling.

Fun! Now making popcorn is a lot easier with non-stick pans or microwave bags.

Popcorn and Halloween are synonymous.

It’s the one celebration that transcends ages when it comes to the kinds of food served – a time to go back being a kid again, enjoying monster eyes and popcorn balls and telling ghoulish ghost stories.

Aunt Lil’s baked caramel corn

C. JAN BORGMAN

Clinical Program Manager, Bereavement Services Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center Licensed Independent Social Worker - State of Ohio Fellow in Thanatology - Certified Grief Counselor Presenter of Grief related Issues

Presents

“GRIEVING DURING THE HOLIDAYS”

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2009 1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. E.C. Nurre Funeral Home 315 West Plane Street Bethel, Ohio

The program is free, but reservations are requested.

For Reservations Call: 753-6130

0000363365

www.ecnurre.com Refreshments following the program.

From friend Carolyn Grieme, a Northern Kentucky reader who believes, like I do, that cooking with family from heirloom recipes is not only satisfying, but preserves personal history, as well.

Here’s what she told me about this recipe: “This is handed down from my Aunt Lil. We don’t know for sure, but we believe she may have gotten the recipe from one of her fellow church members.

“She was very involved for many years in various ways at her church, St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, Barnsburg (Cincinnati). Whenever we invited family over for holiday dinners or just a common get together, Aunt Lil would always come with gifts.

“Often she would bring large bags of this baked caramel corn, which we all loved. Other times, she would bring plants that she had dug out of her yard for

Tips from Rita’s kitchen:

• Add a couple cups nuts to the corn to make a Cracker Jack like treat.

• Spray the bowl, spoon, etc. for easy mixing.

Marshmallow popcorn balls or squares

COURTESY/RITA HEIKENFELD

A coven of homemade popcorn balls, which are fun for all ages. us to transplant to our own yards – she loved gardening as well.”

2 sticks butter or margarine 2 cups firmly packed brown sugar 1 ⁄2 cup corn syrup 1 teaspoon salt 1 ⁄2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla 24 cups popped corn (about 2-3 bags microwave popped or 1 cup unpopped) Boil butter, brown sugar, corn syrup and salt. Stir constantly, about five minutes. Remove from heat, stir in baking soda and vanilla.

Gradually pour mixture over popped corn and mix well. Pour into shallow pans - Carolyn uses two or three 9-by-13-inch pans.

Bake at 250 degrees for one hour. Stir every 15 minutes. Cool completely, and break apart. Store in tight containers.

I’ll be making these with the grandkids this week.

You can make all sorts of shapes – like ghosts, tombstones, etc. and decorate with tiny candies.

You can also put these on sticks, make tiny balls for a party, etc.

1 ⁄2 cup popcorn, popped or 1 bag microwave popcorn, popped (11-12 cups popped corn) 5-6 cups mini marshmallows (about a 10 oz bag) 6 tablespoons butter or margarine 11⁄2 teaspoons vanilla l cup mini M&M type candies (optional) Melt marshmallows and butter over low heat. Stir until smooth. Add vanilla and blend.

Combine candies with popcorn in a bowl sprayed with vegetable spray, and pour marshmallow mixture over.

Mix well with sprayed spatula and spoon and form into balls with sprayed hands or pour into sprayed 9-by-13-inch pan (when chilled, cut into squares).

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Fisherman says building bluebird box is easy ture and a contest for the biggest pumpkin. It was raised here in Ohio. It weighed 1,700 pounds.

Now that would make a lot of pies, probably more than I could eat in many months don’t you think? Wow!!

Last week Ruth Ann and I took our 50-plus married couples from church to the Campbell’s Barn Restaurant for our monthly meeting instead of taking a trip. The food and service were great.

Last Friday we got to go with the senior citizens on the A.C.P. bus for a trip to Buckeye Furnace beyond Jackson, Ohio. The trip started from the Union Township Hall, then stopped at the Keims Store along Ohio 32. The folks sure enjoyed this stop.

We then went to Jackson to the Ponderosa Restaurant for the noon meal. After a wonderful meal, we proceeded to the Buckeye Furnace. There are only three of these furnaces left in the United States. This would

be a great trip and educational for not only the children but Mom and Dad. I will write more on this next week.

On Oct. 31, from 6 till 8 p.m. at the Bethel United Methodist Church, will be the Halloween Holy House.

There will be people dressed for the scenes of the birth, the death, and the resurrection of Christ. This is a Halloween alternative. There will be cookies, candy, popcorn and drinks after the folks have viewed the scenes of Christ’s life so come and enjoy. Last year there were 1,800 folks that enjoyed this.

Ruth Ann and I again went over to Williamsburg for a funeral visitation. This was a feller that was a neighbor of ours years ago and this family was wonderful. This feller was a vet-

Center is a great place to visit during the fall season. Hike through more than 16 miles of trails through colorful trees, grassy fields and beautiful ponds during this marvelous fall season. Not only do you get to experience the wonders of the fall colors, but it is fantastic exercise for everyone in your family.

For more information, visit www.CincyNature.org or call 831-1711. Cincinnati Nature Center’s Rowe Woods is at 4949 Tealtown Road.

daughter getting married to a wonderful feller. The wedding took place at Pattison Park. Now you may wonder why Sunday, they both work and this was the day they decided to get married.

The wedding was held in the gazebo, while the sun was shining it was not so chilly but when the sun got down behind the trees it got cold. The reception was held in the lodge. There was a good crowd. The minister from the United Methodist Church in Bethel did the officiating and he did a beautiful job. This was won-

derful for us to be able to see this.

CongratulaGeorge tions JenRooks nifer and Jason.

Ole Start your Fisherman week by going to the church of your choice and praise the Good Lord. God Bless All. More Later.

George Rooks is a retired park ranger. Rooks served for 28 years with the last five as manager of East Fork State Park.

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Drop in to learn about nuts The Cincinnati Nature Center will host “A Hard Nut to Crack” Oct. 24, a program focusing on the history of local nuts, the “tree rat tax,” what nuts have to do with pigs, and the importance of these nuts to the early settlers. Crack into walnuts and hickory nuts while learning about the interesting heritage of our nutty friends. This family event will be held at the center’s Rowe Woods Abner Hollow Cabin.

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In the little memory pamphlet for Robert O. Vaughan, they had the words for taps, as follows: The Taps day is done, gone the sun from the lake, from the hill, from the sky. All is well, safely rest. God is nigh, thanks and praise for our days neath the sun, neath the stars, neath the sky. As we go, this we know, God is nigh.

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Howdy folks, The Salt Air Church of Christ will have their fall festival Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. till 4 p.m. This is always a great event with plenty of food, lots of good singing and things for the kids, so mark your calendar and go take part. There will be a beautiful team of horses to take a wagon ride.

A feller asked me for the measurements on how to build a bluebird box. There are several measurements, but the way I like to make them is 10 inches long by 5 inches wide (square). A slopping roof that extends over the front where the hole is so it can prevent rain from getting in the box. The hole in the front should be 1.5 inches in diameter. After the baby birds have left, clean the box and the bluebirds will build another nest.

Hang it five feet from the ground. Good luck.

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Need is great this holiday season Dinner, auction benefits Clermont Humane Society Hill. “The auction has something for everyone from Christmas items, pet products, jewelry, signed sports memorabilia, restaurant gift certificates, raffle baskets, split-the-pot, artwork by Imogene Farnsworth, and a Wii system with games.”

Proceeds from the auction are used to help operate the adoption center at the shelter. In the past five years, the Clermont County Animal Shelter has provided almost 25,000 animals with shelter care; 5,000 of those animals were adopted into loving homes, and 1,600 of the animals were reunited with their families.

Reservations for the 16th annual Clermont County Humane Society dinner auction can be made at www.ClermontCountyAnimalShelter.com or call (513) 7328854.

How much would you pay for a football signed by Cincinnati Bengals’ popular linebacker Rey Maualuga? That is just one of the many items available at the 16th annual Clermont County Humane Society dinner and auction. The auction that benefits homeless animals in the county will be held Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Noryln Manor in Batavia.

“The doors open and the silent auction begins at 5 p.m. Dinner is at 6:30 p.m. and the live auction is at 8 p.m.,” said Nadora Hill with the Clermont County Humane Society.

Other items available at the auction include a four-day/three-night vacation in a beautiful vacation home on Norris Lake in Tennessee. “This package includes accommodations, all meals, unlimited golf, and unlimited use of a boat and jet skis,” said

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“In addition to planting new flowers and bulbs around the county sign, daylilies and daffodils will be planted around the riverfront bandstand in New Richmond, and at locations in Batavia Township and Stonelick Township. In Milford, a community litter pick up is planned,” she said.

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Local business owner and Quail Forever member Susan Reeves will host an informational seminar about wild quail and their habitat Saturday, Oct. 24, at Bethel Feed, West Plane St. Ohio Department of Wildlife Biologist Heidi Devine will be

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“Please remember that the need to help these children is year round,” said Gast. “You can donate new items for birthdays, special events and other times to help a child get through a difficult period in his/her young life.”

If you are interested in sponsoring a child this holiday season, contact Gast at (513) 732-7264. Monetary donations, checks only, can be mailed to: Community Toy Chest, 2400 Clermont Center Drive, Suite 206C, Batavia, Ohio 45103. All wrapped gifts must be received at Clermont Children’s Protective Services office by Dec. 8 to ensure they can be delivered in time for Christmas.

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the gift is wrapped. Packages can either be delivered to Clermont County Children’s Protective Services offices, 2400 Clermont Center Drive in Batavia, or you can call (513) 732-7264 to arrange to have someone pick up the items.

“We have the biggest need for sponsors of children between the ages of 12 and 18,” said Gast. “Examples of gifts that would be appreciated for the older age group are: Video games, and gift certificates or gift cards to local stores.”

If you do not have the time to shop for a gift, but would still like to help a child, checks can be made payable to the Community Toy Chest.

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“The children range in age from birth to 18 and we have wish lists to give sponsors to help them make purchases,” said Sanna Gast with the Community Toy Chest. “This is a great opportunity for individuals, families, church groups and businesses to join forces and make the holidays a little brighter for these children.”

Sponsors are given the child’s first name and age, his/her sizes, and items that are on the child’s wish list.

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Religion Christ Presbyterian Church

The church is hosting the annual Harvest Festival from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25. The event features “Trunk or Treat,” face painting, pumpkin decorating, games and inflatables. Children ages 1 to 12 are encouraged to come in costume and participate. It is a free event.

The church is at 5657 Pleasantview Drive, Miami Township; 831-9100.

Clough United Methodist

The church is hosting the fundraiser Bowling for Missions from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, at the Cherry Grove Lanes, 4005 Hopper Hill Road, Cherry Grove. All ages are invited to bowl to support the church’s 2010 mission trip to My Father’s House, an orphanage in Whitehouse, Jamaica. The cost of $15 per person includes shoe

rental and unlimited bowling for two hours. Door prizes will be awarded. For more information, visit www.cloughchurch.org or call Robin Wilson at 231-4870.

The church will be offering Financial Peace University, a 13-week, video-based small group study by Dave Ramsey that teaches families how to beat debt, build wealth and give like never before. This study is open to the community and will be held from 7 to 9 p.m.

Wednesdays through Dec. 16. For more information, contact Lindey Kunz at 484-9314 or visit www.daveramsey.com/fpu/home.

The church is at 2010 Wolfangel Road, Anderson Township; 2314301.

Community Church of Nazarene

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PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA)

CHURCH OF CHRIST GLEN ESTE CHURCH OF CHRIST 937 Old State Route 74 (Behind Meijer) 513-753-8223 www.gecc.net

Sunday Worship: 8:30 & 10:30am Bible Study: 9:30am & 6:00pm Youth Groups: 6:00pm

101 South Lebanon Rd. Loveland, OH 45140 683-4244 Lead Pastor Jonathan Eilert Pastor Grant Eckhart Saturday Service 5:00pm Sunday Services 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00am Sunday School 9:30am http://www.princeofpeaceelca.org

UNITED METHODIST

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MONUMENTS BAPTIST CHURCH

2831 State Route 222 Mark Pence, Pastor 513-313-2401 Sunday School....9:30AM Sunday Worship....10:45AM Childrens Church & Nursery Avail Wednesday Prayer Service & Youth Meeting....7:00PM Nursery & Children’s Activities www.monumentsbaptist.org

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770 South Riverside, Batavia OH 45103 Raymond D. Jones, Pastor 732-2739

Sunday School 10am; Morning Worship 11am; Sunday Evening Service 6pm; Wednesday Eve. Prayer Service & Bible Study, 7:00pm

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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF GOSHEN 1828 Woodville Pike • 625-5512 Pastor Junior V. Pitman Sunday Morning Worship – 10:00am Prayer Time – 5:30pm Sunday Evening – 6:00pm WED. Prayer & Bible Study – 7:00pm Nursery provided for all services

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212 Prather Rd. Felicity, OH Pastor: Chad Blevins 876-2565 Sunday School 9:45am Sunday Worship 10:45am Sunday Eve. Childrens Mission 6:00pm Sunday Eve. Adult Discipleship 6:00pm Sunday Eve. Worship 7:00pm Wed. Eve. Adult Bible Study 7:00pm

LINDALE BAPTIST CHURCH

3052 ST. RT. 132 AMELIA, OH 45102 Pastor John Davis 797-4189

Sunday School..........................9:30am Sunday Morning Worship........10:30am Sunday Evening Worship..........6:30pm Wednesday Prayer Service........7:00pm Wednesday Youth Group...........7:00pm

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100 Miami Ave, Terrace Park,OH 831-2052 www.stthomasepiscopal.org Sunday 7:45am Rite I Eucharist 9:00am Rite 2 Eucharist For All People 11:15am Rite 2 Choral Eucharist Childcare Provided for all Eucharists

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St. Bernadette Church

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Worshipping a Real God! 1675 Hillstation Road, Goshen, Ohio 45122 722-1699 www.goshenchurchofgod.org Pastor Tim McGlone Service Schedule Sunday School 10:00am Sunday Worship 10:45am Sunday Evening Worship 6:00pm Wednesday Youth Service 7:00pm Saturday Service 7:00pm

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Laurel United Methodist

The church hosts Sunday School at 10 a.m. and church worship at 11 a.m. Sundays.

The Laurel and Spring Grove Churches will begin their fall revival at the Laurel United Methodist Church with a carry-in meal at 5:30 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 25. The message will be delivered by Jack Kerr at 7 p.m. Oct. 25, 26 and 27. For more information, call Gloria at 5533043.

The church is at 1888 Laurel-Lindale Road, Laurel; 553-3043.

Locust Corner United Methodist Church

The church hosts Sunday School at 9 a.m. and Sunday worship at 10 a.m. Sundays.

Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.

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Sunday Worship 8:00 & 10:45am Contemporary Worship 9:30am Sunday School For All Ages: 9:30 & 10:45am Nursery Care for Age 3 & under Full Program for Children, Youth, Music, Small Groups & more Handicapped Accessible PASTORS: Bill Bowdle -Sr. Pastor Steve Fultz - Assoc. Pastor; Dustin Nimmo - Youth Pastor Janet Bowdle - Children’s Pastor

Sunday Worship: 10:30am with Childrens Church & Nursery PASTOR JONATHAN KOLLMANN

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Mount Orab United Methodist Church

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UNITED METHODIST United Methodist Church

Children’s Worship and Childcare 10:30am Corner of Old SR 74 and Amelia-Olive Branch Rd 732-1400 http://www.emmanuel-umc.com

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Faith United Methodist Church 180 North Fifth Street, Batavia, Ohio David W. Phaneuf - Minister 732-2027 Sunday School 9:15am; Worship 10:30am Nursery Provided United Methodist Youth, Men & Women Organizations Handicap Accessibility www.gbgm-umc.org//faith-batavia

Pastor: Rev. Duane A. Kemerley Youth Director- JD Young

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Bethel

Church of the Nazarene Rev. Scott Wade, Senior Pastor Rev. Dale Noel, Congregational Care Pastor Mark Owen, Worship Director

FELICITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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MONDAY: Ladies’ Prayer Group...........................10:30am WEDNESDAY: Adults Prayer Meeting............................7:00pm Youth Group - Grades 6-12....................7:00pm Small Groups meet in various locations and at different times throughout the week.

S.Charity & E. Water Sts. Bethel, Ohio 45106 513-734-4204 Office: M-F 8:00am - 2:00pm E-mail: bethelnaz@fuse.net www.bethelnazarenechurch.org

GOSHEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 6710 Goshen Rd, Goshen Across from Goshen High School 513-722-2541 www.goshenmethodist.org Sunday School 9:30am Worship 10:30am Blended Worship Traditional and Contemporary Youth Fellowship 6:00pm Nursery Available

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Sunday Morning 10:00AM

Come visit us at the

Owensville United Methodist Church

Located at 2580 US Hwy 50 (next to the library) or (1mile east of Owensville on 50)

Sundayy Worshipp Service......8:30am,, 10:30am Sunday d School.......................9:30am Sh l 93 w/nursery & children’s church A special prayer and healing service on the 1st Sunday evening of each month at 7:00pm

Pastor Mike Smith

513-732-2211

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cos, Friday, Oct. 23, before their game against New Richmond.

The church is hosting the annual Craft Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. The bazaar will feature more than 20 vendors. For more information about booth space, call Sue Wylie at 937-444-6161. The event will also have Grandma’s Attic, which is gently used goods for sale, a Bake Sale, as well as lunch specials.

The church is at the corner of US 68 and Elm Street, Mount Orab; 937444-6161.

River of Life Assembly of God Church

The church is hosting the annual Harvest Party at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. Enjoy a bonfire, games, food and non-scary costume contest.

The church is at 1793 Ohio 52 in Moscow; 553-6721.

NON-DENOMINATIONAL SUNDAY SERVICE TIMES Morning Worship 9 a.m. & 11 a.m.

Evening Worship 6 p.m.

High Voltage Youth 6 p.m.

513-735-2555

www.kingswayfellowship.com

4359 E. Bauman Lane | Batavia, OH 45103 Pastor, Troy P. Ervin

A New Life - A New Prospective A New Song

Pastor: Michael Fite info: 753-3159 Meeting at WT Elementary 1/2 mile east of I-275 on SR 125

SUNDAY: Sunday School (All Ages)....................... 9:30am Worship Service.................................. 10:30am Children’s Worship.

(1st-5th Grades) Bible Study............................................6:00pm Nursery Care Provided Handicapped Accessible

176th Year in Felicity Walnut & West St. Felicity Rev. Jane Beattie, Pastor 876-2147 Contemporary Worship............9:00am Sunday School.......................10:00am Traditional Worship................10:45am Nursery provided for all Sunday morning services

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Williamsburg

One block north of Main Street at 3rd 513-724-6305 WburgUMC@aol.com

Contemporary Worship Practical Message Classes for Children & Teens Nursery Care Sunday 6:00PM Avalanche Youth Service Wednesday 7:00PM Bible Study (adults) / Avalanche Youth We have many other groups that meet on a regular basis 4050 Tollgate Rd, Williamsburg, OH 513-724-3341 www.cmcchurch.com Mark Otten, Pastor

Sunday Worship. 10:00am www.newsongohio.com

THE SALVATION ARMY Worship & Service Center 87 N. Market Street Batavia, OH 45103

513-732-6241 - www.salvos.com/Batavia Sunday School 10:00am- Worship 11:00am Captain Aaron A. Boone, Sr. Captain Amber S. Boone Commanding Officers/Ministers

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Sunday Services 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30 AM

513.753.1993 vineyardeastgate.org

PRESBYTERIAN (USA) LOVELAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH A Loving, Praying, Caring Church Join us for Sunday Services Worship Service........................10:00am Church School............................11:15am CONNECT Youth Service.............6-8pm Fellowship/Coffee Hour after Worship Nursery Provided/Youth Group Activities 360 Robin Ave. (off Oak St.), Loveland OH

683-2525

www.LPCUSA.org

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PRESBYTERIAN CALVIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Amelia/Withamsville - 3mi. East of I-275 1177 West Ohio Pike (SR125)-Phone 752-2525 Sunday School 9:30am Worship 10:30am

Nursery care provided www.calvin-pc.org

638 Batavia Pike Corner of Old St.Rt. 74 & Summerside Rd Phone: 513-528-3052 Pastor: Rev. Blossom Matthews Sunday Morning Worship: 8:30 & 10:40 Nursery Care Available Sunday School for all ages: 9:30 Web: www.Summerside-umc.org E-mail: Summerside_umc@yahoo.com

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 199 Gay Street Williamsburg, Ohio 45176 Phone: 513-724-7985 Sunday School: 9:30A.M. Worship:10:30A.M.(SupervisedNursery) PRESCHOOL: Tues, Weds, Thurs

Trinity United Methodist “Encircling People with God’s Love”

2010 Wolfangel Rd., Anderson Twp. 513-231-4301

Milford Christian Church

The church is hosting its annual Harvest Fest from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. This free family event will feature games, music, a petting zoo, pony rides, a cornhole tournament and more. Refreshments will also be provided, including a pig roast and free drinks. Donations are accepted.

For more information, contact Kathy Strunk at 317-6406.

The church is at 844 Ohio 131; 8310196.

EMMANUEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School 9:00am Worship 10:30am

Sunday W orship 9:15am Sunday School 10:30am Nursery, Junior Church

BETHEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 402 W. Plane St. Bethel, Ohio 513-734-7201 www.bumcinfo.org

The church is at Locust Corner and Wagner roads, Pierce Township; 752-8459.

UNITED METHODIST

LUTHERAN

CLOUGH PIKE BAPTIST CHURCH 1025 CLOUGH PIKE

Bible Based Teaching Christ-Centered Worship Family Style Fellowship Sunday School 9:45 am Worship 11:00am & 6:00 pm Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study 7:00 pm 2249 Old State Road 32, Batavia

The church is hosting the United Methodist Men’s Spaghetti Dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23. It is all you can eat. Donations will be accepted.

Take I-275 to exit 57 toward Milford, Right on McClelland, Right on Price, church soon on Right

SOUTHERN BAPTIST

CORNERSTONE BAPTIST CHURCH

Goshen United Methodist Church

www.faithchurch.net

Come Experience The Presence of the Lord In Our Services

752-3521

The church is hosting a Revival at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, and Saturday, Nov. 7; and at 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8. Leo Kuhn will be the evangelist. The Zugg Family Singers will lead the singing and will bring special music each evening.

The church is at 937 CincinnatiBatavia Pike, Glen Este; 7538223.

Services 8:00 am, 9:15 am & 11:00am Steve Lovellette, Senior Pastor Nursery proivided at all services

RIVER OF LIFE Assembly of God 1793 U.S. 52, Moscow, Ohio 45153 Pastor: Ralph Ollendick Sun. Contemporary Service SS -9:45am, Worship 11:00am Wed.- Informal Biblestudy 7-8pm

www.cloughpike.com

Glen Este Church of Christ

5910 Price Road, Milford 831-3770

Real Life Assembly of God 2300 Old SR. 32, Batavia, OH 45103 513-735-4228 Sundays Adult Service 10:30am Super Church 10:30am Royal Rangers 6:00pm Wednesday Bible Study, Youth Group & Kids Club 7:00pm Tuesday & Thursday Joe’s Place Teen Center 1:00-4:00pm Real People, Real Issues, Real Life

Sunday School 9:30am Morning Worship 10:45am Wednesday Night Worship & Prayer Service 7:00pm Nursery provided for all services/ Youth & Children’s Programs

5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. each Thursday.

The church is at 4650 Ohio 132, Batavia; 575-9155.

October 22, 2009

Traditional Worship.......8:15am & 11:00am Contemporary Worship..................9:30am Sunday School...............................9:30am Nursery Available 5767 Pleasant Hill Rd (next to Milford Jr. High) 513-831-0262 www.trinitymilford.org

WESLYAN FIRST CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST

A Loving Church in Jesus Name

Sunday School........................................10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship........................10:45AM Thurs Prayer & Bible Study......................7:00PM Nursery Provided for Sunday Morning Worship www.FirstChurchofJesusChrist.org 6208 Guinea Pike, Milford, Ohio 45150

Pastor: Melvin Moore Church: 513-575-5450

MULBERRY WESLEYAN CHURCH

949 SR Bus. 28, Milford 831-3218 Eric George, Pastor Rob Meyer, Youth Leader Kent Underwood, Minister of Worship & Music

Sunday School 9:30am Worship/Children’s Church 10:30am Sunday Equipping Hour 6:00pm Adult Bible Study/Youth/Kids Club 7:00pm WED ”A friendly Church for the Whole Family”

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Bethel Journal

October 22, 2009

Good news for Clermont County safety enthusiasts The Ohio Department of Public Safety’s Ohio Traffic Safety Office (OTSO) has awarded $49,500 in federal traffic safety funding to the Clermont County General

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Health Commissioner Marty Lambert. “These funds will help ensure that we can dedicate time and personnel to these efforts.”

Safe Communities has identified several priority areas for traffic safety in Clermont County. The program focuses specifically on: Increasing the seat belt usage; general public awareness about traffic safety issues; motorcycle safety; and teen driving issues. Safe Communities plans many events and activities throughout the year to support law enforcement efforts, such as an annual “Mocktails” event to discourage drinking and driving.

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from 71 percent a year ago.

A comprehensive seat belt survey is done twice a year to monitor 19 specific sites in Clermont County. Data is gathered regarding who is belted by age and gender of driver and type of vehicle.

This data assists in planning outreach efforts. For example, the September 2008 survey showed the seat belt usage in the northwestern part of Clermont County was higher than in the southeastern part. “We also learned that those driving pick up trucks are less likely to buckle up. This information helps guide our educational efforts,” said Enriquez.

Although one fatality is one too many, Clermont

NIGHTLY AT 7:00 PM LATE SHOW: FRI. & SAT. AT 9:00 PM MATINEES: SATURDAY & SUNDAY AT 2:30 AND 4:30 PM MATINEE (All AGES) $4.00 EVENING: Adults (12-59) $6.00 Child (3-11) $4.00 • Senior (60+) $4.00

County Business Advisory Council (BAC) presented the 2009 Employer of the Year awards Oct. 9 at the Clermont Chamber of Commerce Legislative Luncheon.

Frisch’s (Eastgate and Batavia) and Rivertown IGA were the honored recipients.

Harold Bryant, manager of the Batavia Frisch’s Restaurant, and Brian Harvey, manager of the Eastgate branch, were recognized as the large company “Employer of the Year.”

Throughout 2009, both employers have arranged Community Based Work Assessments which help train individuals with disabilities in real-life work

environments. In addition, Bryant and Harvey have both hired permanent employees with disabilities within each of their restaurants and have assisted in coordinating transition-towork opportunities for high school students.

Rivertown IGA in New Richmond received the small company “Employer of the Year” award, with Linda Singleton-Taylor and Carol Porter accepting the award. Singleton-Taylor, IGA owner, and her staff provide an training site for community based work assessments, assist with transitioning high school students into the workplace,

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The wedding of Emily Jane Wright and Chad Tyler Lay took place on July 25th at the Withamsville Church of Christ. The bride is the daughter of Mark and Julie Wright and the granddaughter of Myrtle Wright. The groom is the son of Holly and Rodney Gray and the late Larry Lay and the grandson of Mary Monroe. The maid of honor was Leanne Wright, sister of the bride. The best man was Nick Cabeszas, friend of the groom. The couple honeymooned in Jamaica and will reside in Milford.

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Aldo and Alba Santoro celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary with a party at Boi Na Braza restaurant downtown Cincinnati.

In attendance were their 4 children and in-laws Robert (Kathy) Santoro, Angela (Chris) Conners, Laura (Bill) Woltermann and Louis (Cheryl) Santoro and their 8 grandchildren Sean Conners, Daniel and Julia Santoro, Derrick, Adam and Christina Woltermann and Aldo and Enzo Santoro. There is also another grandchild due this month. The couple will celebrate by taking a European cruise later this month.

County, along with most of Ohio, has had a decrease in fatal crashes. From January to September 2009, there have been six crashes resulting in seven deaths.

During the same time frame in 2008, there were 16 crashes resulting in 20 deaths.

Alcohol-related crashes are also on a downtrend trend in Ohio. Clermont County dropped from 289 total alcohol-related crashes in 2004 to 227 in 2008.

For more information about Clermont County Safe Communities, contact coordinator Enriquez at 7358409 or menriquez@co.clermont.oh.us.

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groups, schools and agencies to promote traffic safety and reduce fatalities on the roadway,” said Safe Communities Coordinator Martha Enriquez. “There are lots of opportunities for presentations, assemblies and public displays to encourage safety.”

The funds are passed through OTSO from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to support the efforts of safety partners statewide. There are about 30 counties in Ohio that receive similar funding.

Safe Communities also recently announced that the seat belt rate in Clermont County is up to 74.6 percent. This is an increase

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AMELIA FRIDAY NIGHT St. Bernadette Church 10 min. east of I-275, off Rt. 125 at Walgreen/CVS, turn south on Jenny Lind Rd.

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Great food, friendly patrons and sellers!

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and have hired numerous individuals with disabilities to work in various capacities within the New Richmond store (stock clerk, baggers and delicatessen clerks).

“Clermont County is strengthened by companies such as Frisch’s and Rivertown IGA,” said Scott Brown, BAC co-chair and program coordinator for the Clermont County Board of Developmental Disabilities.

“The BAC is proud to work with these and other valued employers in our community to assist individuals with disabilities to gain work skills that will help them achieve positions within positive work environments.”

Agencies who are members of the Clermont County Business Advisory Council include the Clermont County Board of Developmental Disabilities, Workforce One of Clermont County, the Clermont Counseling Center’s Work Initiative Network, the Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission, and the Clermont County Office of Economic Development. Each year, the Clermont Chamber of Commerce allows the BAC to honor Employers of the Year at their October Legislative Luncheon.

For more information about the Clermont County Business Advisory Council, contact Brown at (513) 732-4851 or Denise Gleason at (513) 518-6993.

MARRIAGE LICENSES Scott Moore, 33, 5 Tidewater Trace, Batavia, inspector, and Danielle Walsh, 28, 5874 Marathon-Edenton, Williamsburg, nurse.

Michael McCormick, 22, 301 Main St., Felicity, painter, and Jessica Kidd, 20 2662 Ireton Trees, Moscow, lab technician assistant.

Gregg Creamer, 29, 4910 Benton, Batavia, sales, and Lesley Brewer, 30, 16223 Moon Road, Mt. Orab, doctor’s assistant.

David Braden, 51, 2887 Mt. Olive Pt. Isabel, Bethel, machinist, and Tina Green, 41, 2887 Mt. Olive Pt. Isabel, Bethel.

Barry Clevenger, 23, 1000 Triple Two Farm, Felicity, and Katelyn Kirk, 19, 1000 Two Farm, Felicity.

James Green, 37, 16221 Sams Drive, Williamsburg, contractor, and Lucinda Davidson, 34, 113 Willow Run, Mt. Orab, manager.

BUILDING PERMITS Residential

Lanigan Pools, Amelia, pool, 2681 Case Road, Tate Township.

Charlie Holbrook, New Richmond, alter, 2743 Case Road, Tate Township.

Gray’s Excavating, Amelia, alter, 3077 Campbell, Tate Township.

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Arrests/citations

Duncan Frieszell, 51, 260 E. Plane St., disorderly conduct, Sept. 5.

Bruce Williams, 24, 2213 Hulington Road, falisifcation and obstructing official business, Sept. 3.

Dennis Dehart, 43, homeless, theft and disorderly conduct, Aug. 30.

Danny Whittaker, 49, 609 Easter Road, violation protection order or consent agreement, Aug. 18.

David Catron, 59, N. East St., court summons, Aug. 16.

William Musser, 23, 147 Clark St., underage person not to purchase low alcohol, Aug. 5.

Justin Eric Bock, 22, 96 Broadway St., trafficking in drugs, theft, Aug. 20.

Bradley A. Bishop, 28, 544 S. Charity St, No. 3., domestic violence, Aug. 6.

Juvenile, 16, possession of drugs, Aug. 14.

Juvenile, 14, possession of drugs, Aug. 14.

Juvenile, 14, possession of drugs, Aug. 14.

Juvenile, 15, possession of drugs, Aug. 14.

Juvenile, 16, domestic violence, Aug. 22.

Juvenile, 17, unruly juvenile, Aug. 17.

Juvenile, 16, theft and falsification, July 27.

Juvenile, 16, theft and falsification, July 27.

Juvenile, 14, disorderly conduct, Aug. 7.

Juvenile, 14, criminal trespassing, Aug. 7.

Juvenile, 15, criminal trespassing, Aug. 7.

Juvenile, 14, criminal trespassing, Aug. 7.

Juvenile, 14, criminal trespassing, Aug. 7.

Juvenile, 16, criminal trespassing, Aug. 7.

Juvenile, 15, criminal trespassing, Aug. 7.

Juvenile, 14, criminal trespassing, Aug. 7.

Juvenile, 13, assault, Sept. 2.

Juvenile, 13, assault, Sept. 2.

Incidents/investigations Assault

Two people argued, 115 W. Plane St., Aug. 24.

Burglary

Items were taken from the house at 123 N. West St., Sept. 3.

Burglary, assault

A man entered a home yelling at the people inside, 3040 Angel Drive, Aug. 20.

Contribution to unruliness of a child

A person is accused of buying cigarettes for minors, Burke Park, Aug. 31.

Criminal damage

Tools were taken from a tool chest in a truck bed, 138 Clare St., Aug. 18.

Criminal simulation

A counterfeit $20 bill was passed at tobacco store, 110 E. Plane St., Aug. 12.

A counterfeit $1 bill was used in a vending machine, 149 N. East St., Aug. 16.

Criminal trespassing

Two men fought and one was not allowed to be on the property, 208 W. South St., July 26.

Disorderly conduct

Two people tried to open an apartment door after being evicted to get the rest of their belongings, 140 Rich St., Aug. 22.

Men became disorderly over an apartment rental agreement, 106 Bethel Park Drive, Aug. 8.

A man was disorderly with his

REAL ESTATE Clermont County real estate transfer information is provided as a public service by the office of Clermont County Auditor Linda L. Fraley.

BETHEL VILLAGE

126 East South Street, Woolery & Sherry Napier to Harold & Terri Houchin, $85,000.

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP 619 Felicity-Cedron Road, First National Acceptance Co. to Robert Breedlove, 1.300 acre, $33,000.

TATE TOWNSHIP

Runway Ave., Daniel Wargo to A2 Property Solutions LLC., 1.836 acre, $1,000.

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estranged wife, 134 S. Union St., Aug. 18.

A woman had a disagreement with her landlord, 546 S. Charity St., Aug. 4.

A woman and her adult daughter argued over parental duties, 219 N. Main St., Aug. 12.

Disorderly conduct, menacing

A woman and her daughter fought, 215 N. East St., Aug. 31.

Domestic violence

609 Easter Road, Aug. 14.

Endangering children

A complaint was filed against a mother, 135 South Union St., Aug. 10.

Falsification

A truck was reported stolen, 110 E. Plane St., Aug. 24.

Felonious assault

A man said his boss punched him, 129 S. Union St., Aug. 22.

Found property

A toy gun was found at 625 W. Plane St., Aug. 12.

A scooter was found at 219 N. Union St., Aug. 26.

A baggie of what looked like marijuana was found, 207 S. Main St., Aug. 28.

Change purse with contents and pill bottle found, 120 N. Main St., Aug. 31.

Metal brief case was found, 220 N. Union St., Agu. 27.

Identity theft

A woman reported someone was using her identify, 610 Easter Road, Sept. 3.

Illegal processing of drug documents 545 W. Plane St, Aug. 5.

Possession of drugs, drug paraphernalia

A woman was found with drugs and paraphernalia, North Charity Street, July 28.

Report taken

Someone rummaged through a car, 3040 Angel Drive., July 30.

Safecracking

An attempt was made to open a safe at a pizza shop, 101 E. Plane St., Aug. 23.

Theft

Stereo taken from car, 144 Bethel Park Drive, July 31.

Medication taken from car, 401 N. Charity St., July 31.

Stereo taken from car, 515 S. Union St., July 30.

Car stereo taken from car, 112 Bethel Park Drive, July 30.

Stereo equipment taken from car, 3040 Angel Drive., July 30.

Money was taken from a man, 546 S. Charity St., Sept. 4.

Beer taken from BP Lykins, 308 W Plane St., Aug. 1.

Property taken from truck, 240 N. East St., Aug. 2.

A man and woman allegedly took a wallet and later returned it, 551 W. Plane St., Aug. 7.

A trash bin was taken from a home, 309 S. Charity St., Aug. 20.

Wallet was taken from Arby's, 609 W. Plane St., Sept. 1.

A bicycle was taken, 105 Bethel Park Drive, Aug. 9.

A video game was taken, 2701 Spring St., Aug. 31.

Weed trimmer taken, 315 N. Main St., Aug. 13.

Gasoline was punched but not paid for, 622 W. Plane St., Aug. 22.

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building at 118 Union St., Aug. 12.

Eggs were thrown at Smyths Automotive, 685 W. Plane St., Aug. 16.

Eggs were thrown at a bus, 675 W. Plane St., Aug. 21.

Violation of protection order

A man was seen around his wife despite a protection order, 101 Fossyl Drive, Sept. 1.

CLERMONT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Arrests/citations

John Horn, 43, 811 Main St., Felicity, forgery at 806 North Market, Felicity, Oct. 6.

Jack O Roehm, 50, 316 Main Street, Felicity, forgery at 806 North Market, Felicity, Oct. 6.

Christian M Walls, 18, 3273 Ohio 756, Felicity, breaking and entering, theft at 212 Prather Road, Felicity, Oct. 7.

Christian M Walls, 18, 3273 Ohio 756, Felicity, burglary _ trespass in occupied structure, separately secured structure, or separately occupied portion of an occupied structure when another person is present, with purpose to commit any criminal offense at 3268 Ohio 756, Felicity, Oct. 7.

Nicholas J Goehr, 18, 3806 Hyde Park Ave. No. 7, Cincinnati, burglary _ trespass in occupied structure, separately secured structure, or separately occupied portion of an occupied structure when another person is present, with purpose to commit any criminal offense at 3268 Ohio 756, Felicity, Oct. 7.

Destiny L Thompson, 20, 1800 Ginn Road, New Richmond, drug paraphernalia, possession of drugs _ marijuana at 3376 Ohio Pike, Bethel, Oct. 6.

Fraud

Assault

At 1900 Antioch Road, Hamersville, Sept. 24.

At 415 Washington, Felicity, Sept. 23.

Male was assaulted at 2730 Ohio 222 No. 14, Bethel, Oct. 3.

Female was assaulted at 1501 Ohio 133, Bethel, Oct. 2.

Breaking and entering

At 2193 Smith Road, Moscow, Oct. 11.

At 1962 Antioch Road, Hamersville, Oct. 8.

At 212 Prather Road, Felicity, Sept.

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Burglary

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At 1805 Antioch, Hamersville, Sept.

24.

Gross sexual imposition

At Ohio 222, Bethel Oct. 11.

Missing

Juvenile reported missing at 2200 block of Dean Road, Bethel, Oct. 5.

Passing bad checks

At 806 North Market, Felicity, Sept.

18.

Possession of drugs

At 3376 Ohio Pike, Bethel Oct. 7.

Theft

At 212 Prather Road, Felicity, Sept.

26.

At 2644 Moore Road, Bethel Sept.

25.

At 2730 Bethel New Richmond,

Bethel Sept. 22.

At 3346 Patterson Road, Bethel Oct. 9.

At 3696 U.S. 52, Georgetown,, Sept.

24.

At Ohio 133, Felicity, Sept. 28.

Unlisted items taken at 330 Brown St., Bethel, Oct. 1.

Checks taken and forged at 623 Felicity Cedron Rural, Felicity, Oct. 2.

Female reported this offense at 2999 Ohio 756, Felicity, Sept. 23.

Unlisted items taken at 3489 PennyLane, Felicity, Sept. 29.

Unlisted items taken at 489 Felicity Cedron Rural, Georgetown, Oct. 3.

Unruly juvenile offenses

At 2247 Dean Road, Bethel Oct. 6.

At 3268 Ohio 756, Felicity, Sept. 29.

Criminal damage

At 3191 Ohio 133, Bethel, Sept. 22.

Criminal damage, assault

Male was assaulted at 2730 Ohio 222 No. 97, Bethel, Oct. 3.

Criminal damaging/endangering At 2730 Ohio 222 lot 52, Bethel Oct. 6.

Criminal simulation

At 721 Market St., Felicity, Oct. 10.

Criminal Trespass

At 1015 Hilltop Lane, Felicity, Oct. 7.

At 215 Holly Lane, Bethel Sept. 28.

At 623 Felicity Cedron Road, Felicity, Oct. 7.

Domestic violence

At Bethel Concord Road, Bethel Oct. 10.

At Felicity Higgensport, Felicity, Sept.

24.

At Hopewell Road, Felicity, Oct. 5.

Drug paraphernalia

At 12 Moores Lane, Felicity, Oct. 8.

At 3376 Ohio Pike, Bethel Oct. 7.

Forgery

At 806 North Market, Felicity, Sept.

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LEGAL NOTICE 1. MARIA AUGUST D123 2817 CHESTNUT LANE #10 NEW RICHMOND, OHIO 45157 2. MICHAEL BYRD H293 136 BROAD STREET PO BOX 484 LUCASVILLE, OHIO 45648 3. AMY DEROSE I339 3119 MADEDONIA ROAD BETHEL, OHIO 45106 4.

JEFF FULTZ E 1 5 3 329 SOUTH STREET # 5 BETHEL, OHIO 45106 5. SARAH JOHNSON O524 4372 EASTWOOD DRIVE #1301 BATAVIA, OHIO 45103 6.

PEGGY MEADORS G 2 2 2 / 2 4 1 & Q627/601 134 SOUTH UNION STREET #2 BETHEL, OHIO 45106 7.

AMANDA PERRINE C89 2061 SR 125 #52 AMELIA,OHIO 45102 8. BRADLEY SCHRAG F181/200 PO BOX 656 2300 SR 125 AMELIA ,OHIO 45102 9.

CHRIS SHANABROOK C88 47 DEER CREEK DRIVE AMELIA, OHIO 45102 10. ERIC SPARROW P543 2061 SR 125 #59 AMELIA, OHIO 45102 11. AMANDA TURNER J379 & VR637 3058 EDEN ROAD GEORGETOWN, OHIO 45121 12, BARBARA WEEKS Q 6 0 5 14 MONTGOMERY WAY #2 AMELIA, OHIO 45102 1001511566

LEGAL NOTICE The following Storage unit(s) from Stronghold of Eastgate will be sold at public auction by Don Bates Auctioneers, at 758 Old State Route 74, Cincinnati Ohio 45245 on Tuesday, October 27th, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. and will continue until all units are sold. The unit number, name and last known address are as follows: Unit 053 Kasandra M. Nedved, 1133 Forest Run Dr. Batavia, Ohio 45103 1001508881

LEGAL NOTICE Shelley Foley B-3 1790 Swope Rd. Bethel,Oh 45106 Bruce Clingerman 48 230 Sophia St. New Richmond,Oh 45157 Darla Baker B-8, 7-15 818 Old US 52 New Richmond, Oh 45157 Bill Schumacher B-11 2739 Chestnut Ln New Richmond, Oh 45157 Stan Falk 2-1 3085 Pond Run Rd New Richmond, Oh 45157 Preston King 3-13, Vehicle 6617 Kirkland Dr Cincinnati, Oh 45224 Chris Hamilton 4-14 1740 SR 125 Amelia, Oh 45102 Angela Chestnut 6-9 2020 Stahlheber Rd Hamilton, Oh 45013 Robert Dubrow 6-15 1314 Boat Run Ln New Richmond,Oh 45157 Kurt Fernburg 7-7 225 George St New Richmond, Oh 45157 Dave Underwood 716,17,18 1208 Bethel New Richmond Rd New Richmond, Oh 45157 Daniel Stamm 7-28 Address Unknown Carl David Stamm 7-32 5661 West Day Circle Milford, Oh 45150 KenIf you’re looking neth Redman 8-5 412 Main St. New for buyers, Richmond, Oh 45157 Rhonda Moyer 8-15 you’re in 1070 BNR Rd #11 New Richmond,Oh the right 45157 You are hereneighborhood. by notified that Your personal property Call Community Classified stored at Wolf Stor513.242.4000 age 851 Old 52 New Richmond, Oh 45157 Will be sold for payment due 7338 LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Clermont Metropolitan Housing Authority, will accept sealed proposals for a qualified firm to conduct a Physical Needs Assessment for its conventional public housing units located in Clermont County, Ohio.

The Physical Needs Assessment will be conducted in accordance with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Guidebook 7485.3 and The Public Housing and Modernization Standards Handbook 7485.2. All applicants must be familiar with Federal, State and Local building codes, as well as HUD regulations.

Deadline to submit proposals and credentials is 4:30 P.M. on November 6, 2009 at the address listed below. RFP’s can be obtained Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M. at the address below or by calling (513) 732-6010.

All proposals should be sent or mailed to: Sarah Kincaid, Executive Director Clermont Metropolitan Housing Authority 65 South Market Street Batavia, Ohio 45103 The Clermont Metropolitan Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.

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PUBLIC NOTICE ORDINANCE 1626 AMENDING APPROPRIATIONS FOR CURRENT EXPENSES AND OTHER EXPENDITURES OF THE VILLAGE OF BETHEL DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2009 (General Fund $20050 Decrease; Special Revenue Funds $21525 Increase; Debt Service Funds $100 Increase; Enterprise Funds $31000 Increase; Trust Funds $33500 Decrease; Overall $925 Decrease), adopted 10/13/2009 by the Bethel Village Council. Complete details of the legislation are available upon request at the Municipal Fiscal Office, 120 N. Main St., Bethel, Ohio 45106. Mayor John Swarthout Fiscal Officer Angel Burton 1001511485 LEGAL NOTICE Storage Unlimited 1294 st. rt. 28 Loveland, OH.45140, hereby gives notice to:#452, Sharon Brewer, 171 Barry Ct., Loveland, Ohio 45140. #266, Kenneth Brinegar, 2308 Wilshire Cir., Goshen, Ohio 45122. #230, Brian Clegg, 1428 Gibson Rd., Goshen, Ohio 45122. #247, Shayne Dorazio, 1022 Way, Milford, Ohio 45140. #G20, Jesse Foster, 2618 Norwood Ave., Norwood, Ohio 45212. #355, Wm. Freimuth, 5854 Wede Rd., Milford, Ohio 45140. #128-33, Kathlene Heath, Box137, Milford, Ohio 45140. #G37, Ned Hope, 6526 Convey Ct., Loveland, Ohio 45140. #G81, JBW dba Fred Palazzo, 1109 Tumbleweed Dr., Loveland, Ohio 45140 #327, Shenna Meravi, 1413 Peach Blossom Ct., Columbus, Ohio 43204. #235, Linda Mink, 1854 Main St. # B., Goshen, Ohio 45122. #405, Michael Patterson, 5896 Whipperwill Hollow Dr., Milford, Ohio 45140. #219, Cynthia Shields, 10 Iroquios Dr., Loveland, Ohio 45140. #344, Roger Snell, 1887 Pebble Ridge #7, Milford, Ohio 45140. #402, Michael Stocker, 7885 Cox Rd.#3, West Chester, Ohio 45069. #417, Michelle Taylor, 118 Sunset Pl., Goshen, Ohio 45122. #218, Russell Walker, 7136 Goshen Rd., Goshen, Ohio 45122.

That their property stored at Storage Unlimited will be sold for payment due, On October 28, 2009 Info. 513-575-5999.

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Shirley Rae (nee Wash) Smith, 77, of Hillsboro died Sept. 25.

Survived by husband, Paul L. “Smitty” Smith; children, Mary Ann (Tom) Lefker, Sonja L. Puckett, Linda S. Smith, Charles Michael Weigel, Carol L. (Robert) Trainor, April A. (William) Mullen, Diana F. Smith, Robert D. (Elaine) Weigel, Faith (David) Maupin and Walter A. (Jean) Smith; also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by children, Paul E. Smith and Tonja Miller.

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Carl H. Mueller Jr., 78, of Bethel died Oct. 12.

Survived by sons, Mike D. (Linda) Mueller and Timmy S. Mueller; daughters, E. Sue (Bruce) Daniel and Kathy H. (Jay) Noble; brothers, Jimmy Mueller and Ernie Mueller; grandchildren, Heather, Tiffany, Kyle, Brooklyn, Marcus, Whitney, Tyler and Dakota; and three great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by wife, Roberta (nee Spotted Horse) Mueller; son, David Mueller; and grandson, Carl D. Daniel.

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Robert O. “Bob” Bruine, 70, of Bethel died Oct. 9.

Survived by wife, Barbara (nee Williams) Bruine; daughter, Kathy (Ted) Rogers; and grandchildren, Mark (Cassie) and Bryan Rogers.

Services were Oct. 15 at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, Bethel. Memorials to: American Legion Post 406 Christmas Fund, P.O. Box 42, Bethel, OH 45106.

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Ophia Back, 98, of Bethel died Oct. 14.

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