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Station one of only 135 in the world By Kellie Geist kgeist@communitypress.com

The Union Township Fire Department will remain one of only 135 accredited fire departments in the world. The department received the reaccreditation Aug. 26 following a review process, site visit and hearing with the Commission on Fire Accreditation International. To receive the status, the department had to meet 244 performance indicators, including 77 core competencies. “They basically go through your operation with a fine-toothed comb and look at the ins and outs of what you do every day,” said Union Township Fire Chief Stan Deimling. Deimling said the review process includes everything from how the department was established and is funded to what equipment the firefighters carry and who maintains the department’s vehicles. While the accreditation looks good on the department’s logo, it’s more of a measure for the community, Deimling said. “Obviously, we’re in the business of providing quality life safety services for the community and this is a tool we can use to find out if we’re providing the highest level of service we can with the resources we have,” Deimling

The department received the reaccreditation Aug. 26 following a review process, site visit and hearing with the Commission on Fire Accreditation International. said. “This is a measuring stick for us to ... see if we measure up.” He said the accreditation process also benefits the community because it keeps the fire department on a continuous improvement plan. “It requires us to look at what we’re doing and continuously reevaluate it. Just because something is done one way today, doesn’t mean there’s not a better way to do it,” Deimling said. “As part of this process, we continuously look at what we’re doing and plan for today, tomorrow, next year and five years from now.” The status is valid for five years as long as the annual compliance reports are submitted as required by the commission. Union Township Trustee Bob McGee said it’s good to know the tax dollars the citizens of Union Township are putting toward safety services are being well spent. “When people pay their taxes, they want a fire department that can do the job and when the department is accredited, you know the equipment, people and services meet those national standards,” McGee said. Also, a fully accredited fire and police department helps lower homeowners’ insurance rates, McGee said.

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After enjoying some frozen treats, Blake, Kiera and Jennifer Hispher of Batavia take a look at what else the Taste of Clermont had to offer. For more from the event, see page B6.

Getting a taste of Clermont County Vendors, musicians and eventgoers visited the Eastgate Mall parking lot last weekend for the sixth annual Taste of Clermont. The Taste of Clermont spanned three days: Friday, Sept. 11, Saturday, Sept. 12, and Sunday, Sept. 13. This was the first year the event, put on by the Batavia Village Association, was held in Eastgate. “We had a wonderful weekend with great crowds,” said Tony Thomas, president of the association. “I think it was a successful move that will help us expand the possibilities.”

Visitors could sample foods from local restaurants including Sizzlin Wok, Grammas Pizza, Clermont Inn and Ice Cream, Etc. or check out wares from artists and vendors such as Donna Kemmeter, Wizard of Roz, Village Art House, Scentsy and Avon. In addition to the booths, there was live music throughout the weekend. “It was great to see every area of the event just running all weekend … We’re looking to build on that and we would like this to become a regional event,” Thomas said.

New Richmond considers earnings tax By John Seney jseney@communitypress.com

New Richmond village residents can learn details about a proposed earnings tax at an information meeting Sept. 23. The meeting will be 7 p.m. at New Richmond Village Hall, 102 Willow St. Village Administrator David Kennedy said the tax is needed primarily because of the loss of revenue from Duke Energy’s Beckjord power plant following the deregulation of Ohio’s public utilities. Village Fiscal Officer Lynn

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Baird said the state has been reimbursing villages because of the loss of revenue from utilities, but those payments are being phased out and will end completely in 2017. The village is receiving about $262,000 a year from the state. The village’s total budget is about $3 million a year. Baird said a 1 percent earnings tax would generate $100,000 to $200,000 in the first year. She said it takes about 4 to 5 years for an earnings tax to have its full impact, which she estimated would be $200,000 to $400,000 a year.

She said the amount of revenue would depend on credits approved by council. The credits allow a resident paying an earnings tax in another jurisdiction to pay a reduced amount or nothing at all to New Richmond. The village council can enact a tax of up to 1 percent without putting it on the ballot, Kennedy said. Mayor Ramona Carr said the income tax is “not popular, but it’s something the village really needs.” Without the additional money, she said, the village would not have the money to provide servic-

es such as fixing streets and would not have matching funds for grants. By taxing people who work in the village, but don’t live there, “It’s a way to get revenue from someone other than village residents,” Carr said. If the council decides to enact the tax, it could be in effect by Jan. 1, she said. Council member Lee Vesper said with decreasing revenue “we just don’t have much choice” but to impose an earnings tax. “Streets need to be repaired. There just isn’t any money,” he said.

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September 16, 2009

VA has new Clermont Co. location By Kellie Geist

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The Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic in Clermont County has a new home. The new clinic opened Sept. 1 with twice the space as the one located on Ferguson Road and plenty of room to grow. “(The Cincinnati VA) serves 17 counties and, out of those, Clermont County is our largest service to veterans,” said Todd Sledge, public affairs officer with the Cincinnati VA. “As this area continued to grow, we con-

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Christine Royer, a veteran and employee, checks a patient into the new Veterans Outpatient Clinic Clermont, which is located at the corner of Ohio 32 and Beechwood Road. This facility replaces the old clinic on Ferguson Road.

Howard L. Bell, M.D., Mona Saggar, O.D., and Cincinnati Eye Physicians, Inc., are pleased to announce the addition of Jason H. Bell, M.D., Ph.D. to our comprehensive ophthalmology practice.

Dr. Bell is a graduate of Anderson High School Class of 1993 and has returned to the area to provide the most up to date and comprehensive medical and surgical care of eye diseases. Dr. Jason Bell received his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Denison University, and he received a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Wesleyan University in Connecticut while working to combat bacterial resistance to antibiotics. Following a short post-doctoral fellowship at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary and Harvard Medical School studying retinal degenerative disease, he returned to Cincinnati and received a M.D. from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. He did an internship in Internal Medicine at the University Hospital, and completed his residency in Ophthalmology at the University Hospital as well, serving as Chief Resident in his final year. Dr. Jason Bell has published many original scientific articles in several basic and clinical science journals, and he recently co-authored a book chapter for the leading textbook for corneal, refractive, and anterior segment reconstructive surgery. Dr. Jason Bell is a comprehensive ophthalmologist handling all medical and surgical diseases of the eye, as well as standard ophthalmic primary care and glasses prescriptions for adults and children. He performs standard and custom cataract surgery, laser surgery, and anterior segment surgery. He handles the medical and surgical treatment of glaucoma, and the diagnosis and management of diabetic eye disease and age related macular degeneration. He also provides diagnosis and medical and surgical treatment of common eyelid disorders. Dr. Jason Bell is also a Volunteer Faculty of Ophthalmology with the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and teaches ophthalmology residents how to perform cataract surgery at the VA Medical Center, as well as teaching residents how to perform ocular reconstruction after devastating ocular injuries as an ocular trauma surgeon for the University Hospital Level I Trauma Center.

Jason H. Bell, M.D., Ph.D. will be accepting patients of all types and can be reached for an appointment at the Anderson Ofﬁce at 513-232-5550, or at the Clermont Ofﬁce at 513-732-1718.

tinued to expand our services ... But we just ran out of real estate.” The new clinic is at the corner of Ohio 32 and Beechwood Road (across from the Roy Roger’s) on what used to be Bells Lake. The clinic on Ferguson Road is closed. “This new office will help us be able to keep up with the ever growing population of veterans in Clermont County,” Sledge said. The Cincinnati VA operates five outpatient clinics and one satellite clinic. Of those, the new Clermont clinic is the largest. There

are currently four primary care physicians at the clinic and space for three more. The clinic also houses mental health care providers, pediatrists, optometrists and nutritionists. Community Based Outpatient Clinic Administrator Kim Shockey said they also are hoping to house a cardiologist and dermatologist in the future. While the clinic looks a bit like an urgent care, Shockey said patients do need to schedule an appointment to see a doctor. However, the VA won’t turn anyone away. Shockey said while the

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amount of space is a definite benefit for the new facility, the new location and better visibility also is a great change. “At our other location, we were off the main road. It was very hard to find us before,” Shockey said. “The visibility and accessibility here is unbelievable.” In addition to the doctors the clinic houses, the Clermont County Veterans Service Office also has a satellite office at the clinic. “That office is fully accommodating so we can visit with our veteran service men and women and talk about their benefits,” said Dan Bare, director of the Clermont County Veterans Service Office. “That office is a major benefit because, in many cases, the veteran might not know about us and visa versa ... Having a presence at the clinic is a great fit.” Bare said they currently have a veterans service officer at the clinic one or two days a week. However, they hope to have someone there full-time in the near future. Sledge encouraged all veterans to stop by the clinic or veterans service office to see what type of benefits or service they are eligible for. “We’d like the opportunity to find out how we can serve them and whether they are eligible or not,” Sledge said. “There are more veterans than ever who are eligible because of financial hardships.” While the outpatient clinic is located in Clermont County, any veterans, regardless of where they live, can visit that office.

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September 16, 2009

Homecoming launches ‘A year of a million dreams’ Glen Este High School will host Northwest High School for their homecoming home Friday, Sept. 25. The game starts at 7:30 p.m. The homecoming king, queen, prince and princess will be crowned at the football game after the awards are given for the class banners. The homecoming dance

will be from 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26. Tickets are $14 for Glen Este students and $15 for guests. Students must have half of their school fees paid to attend homecoming and guests must fill out a form to be approved by the principal before purchasing tickets. Tickets can be purchased from the school treasurer.

The theme for the dance is “A year of a million dreams” and features Disney couples in love. The colors are purple, sky blue, yellow and silver. Glen Este High School will celebrate spirit week Sept. 21 through Sept. 25 with trophies for the top grade and top small school. For details, call Glen Este High School at 947-7600.

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Glen Este students cheer for their Trojans during the opening game Aug. 28 against Sycamore High School.

Gala features alpacas By John Seney

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With alpaca fiber selling for $3 to $6 an ounce, it’s no surprise that more and more people are getting into the business of raising the animals. The highly prized fleece of the South American animal has inspired many to start cottage industries which involve shearing the alpacas and spinning the fiber into yarn that can be

for sale will include sweaters, scarves, socks and teddy bears. “The fiber has a more exotic feel, comparable to cashmere,” Laniewicz said. There will be displays of spinning and weaving using alpaca fiber, as well as food and refreshments, door prizes and face painting for the kids. The event is sponsored by the Southwestern Ohio and Northern Kentucky Alpaca Community, which

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Alpacas will be on display Sept. 20 at the Alpaca Gala in New Richmond. includes five alpaca farms in Clermont County, one in Brown County and one in Northern Kentucky. For more information, call 253-3700 or see www.alpacas4you.com.

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Join the Clermont League of Women Voters for a meeting, free and open to the public, at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, at the Union Township Civic Center to take a look at land use planning. Dave Spinney, Clermont County administrator, will present a program on how the county is managing its land use, important

issues identified in the process and policy recommendations to guide future land use. Spinney has been with Clermont County since 1994, beginning as director of planning and development, before moving into the position of assistant county administrator, interim county administrator and

then county administrator. If you would enjoy this opportunity to learn more about the community, meet others with similar interests, and to join the League’s Land Use Study Committee, plan to attend. To make your reservation, visit www.lwvclermont.com, call 831-2997, or e-mail mkleinfelter@cinci.rr.com.

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Clermont County residents who are un-insured or under-insured might be able to save a little money on prescription medications. The county has joined the National Association of Counties Managed Pharmacy Benefit Services Agreement, a free program that provides prescription discount cards to residents, and the cards are being distributed. Because Clermont County already is a member of the National Association of Counties, the Managed Pharmacy Benefit Services Agreement program came at no cost to the county and is free for citizens, said Robert Sander, human resources director for Clermont County. With the program, cardholders will be able to receive a 30-percent discount on generics and a 14-percent discount on name brand medications, Sander said. He said the percentage savings are an average and the actual savings depend on the medication and the pharmacy. The discount card can not be used in conjunction with insurance, Sander said, but even those who are insured should still pick up a card in case they need a medication not covered by their insurance plan or even if they need a medication for their pet. He said medications that are prescribed for human conditions as well as for pets can be discounted with the card. Ninety percent of pharmacies around the nation are participating in the program and there are no age, health or income restrictions. Counties can use the card for jail inmates. The cards are available at a number of locations around the county including the Department of Job and Family Services, branches of the Clermont County Public Library, Workforce One, the General Health District, Clermont County

Senior Services and Veterans Services offices, UC Clermont Campus, Clermont Transportation Connection, Mercy Hospital Clermont and all county offices. Although insured, Sander recently tried his discount card at a pharmacy in Amelia. “I presented the card with the prescription and they were familiar with it. In fact, the pharmacist had just picked one up at the library,” Sander said. “They are easy to use and we’re getting a really good distribution of them. We hope the folks really use them and see a benefit.” The card is accepted at most major pharmacies, including Walgreens, CVS and Kroger. Even some of the smaller pharmacies, like Pohlman Pharmacy in Goshen, will honor them. “For the patients, the (discount cards) are easy to use ... You just present it with the prescription,” said Joe McAuliffe, pharmacist and owner of Polman Pharmacy. McAuliffe said while the discount cards are convenient and may help some customers save money, people need to be aware of all the discount and insurance options. “It can be a good thing, especially for someone who had no insurance at all, but if you’ve already got insurance, it’s not going to do you much good,” McAuliffe said. “Just know that this is a discount card and the price you’re going to get with insurance or Medicare will probably be a better discount.” Sander agreed. “My advice is to utilize any other discounts you may have – AARP, AAA, senior citizen discounts – and compare the savings,” Sander said. “You need to be a wise consumer and shop around.” For more information on the program or to see which pharmacies accept the discount card, visit www.caremark.com/naco or call 1877-321-2652.

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Pierce Township Trustees Sept. 4 approved a $55,000 workers compensation settlement with a fired police officer. The trustees terminated the employment of Greg Ramsey in December 2008 for failing to return to work after a medical leave expired. Ramsey had been

injured Aug. 13, 2008, while working for the police department. He was placed on 12-week medical leave, which expired Nov. 4, 2008. When he failed to return to work, a special hearing was scheduled for Dec. 1, at which he was terminated. Township Administrator David Elmer said he could not disclose the nature of Ramsey’s injuries because of medical privacy laws.

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Missman memorial unveiled in Pierce Township Lt. Jeff Bachman, left, and Det. Brian Burke of the Pierce Township Police Department handle grilling duties at the township’s National Night Out celebration Aug. 21.

A memorial honoring Army Spec. Gregory J. Missman, a Pierce Township resident who was killed in Afghanistan, was unveiled Aug. 21 at Pierce Township’s National Night Out. With the memorial are Missman’s father, Jim Missman, and son, Jack Missman.

A memorial honoring Army Spec. Gregory J. Missman, a Pierce Township resident who was killed in Afghanistan in June, was unveiled at the township’s National Night Out celebration Aug. 21. Township Trustee Bonnie Batchler said the stone memorial was a way for the township to say thank you to Missman for his service to the country. It will be placed in a location of honor in the township, she said. The National Night Out event originally was scheduled for Aug. 4, but was rescheduled because of rain. Events included police demonstrations and a performance by country recording artist Kinsey Rose.

Country recording artist Kinsey Rose performed at Pierce Township’s National Night Out Aug. 21.

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Pierce Township Firefighter Paul Brewer hands a packet of safety information to Tammy Mahan and her daughter, Jessica, 2, of Amelia at the township’s National Night Out Aug. 21. For emore from the event, see page A6

CLERMONT COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS

GENERAL ELECTION Tuesday, November 3, 2009

REGISTRATION CLOSES MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2009 (You must be registered by this date to be eligible to vote at the November 3, 2009 General Election)

WHO CAN REGISTER TO VOTE?

• Those who are U.S. Citizens • Those who are 18 years of age on or before November 3, 2009 (Election Day) • Those who have not previously registered in Clermont County

WHO MUST RE-REGISTER TO VOTE?

• Those who have moved within the county and not ﬁled a Change of Address with the Board of Elections • Those who have changed their name and not ﬁled a Change of Name with the Board of Elections

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September 16, 2009

BRIEFLY Batavia sells spiritwear

BATAVIA – The Batavia Athletic Boosters will sell Bulldog spirit wear at the home football games this season. Check out the items while supporting the boosters.

Fatal crash

BETHEL – The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a single vehicle crash that killed the driver and his passenger. The crash occurred at 9:17 p.m. Sept. 11 on Ohio 232 about 5 miles south of Bethel. Preliminary investigation revealed that James Koehler Jr., 23, of New Richmond, was driving a 1994 black Dodge truck, headed west on Ohio 232. Koehler accelerated quickly after turning onto Ohio 232 losing control of his vehicle driving off the left side of the roadway striking a tree. The passenger was James B. Keller, 23, of Felicity, also was killed in the crash. Alcohol and/or drugs do not appear to have been a factor in the crash. This brings the total of fatalities in Clermont County in 2009 to five crashes with six killed.

St. Louis yard sale

OWENSVILLE – The eighth-grade students at St. Louis School in Owensville will host a yard sale from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27, at the school on North Broadway St. The proceeds will help pay for the class trip in the spring. They also will accept donations. Call school for more information, 732-0636.

Family to family

BATAVIA – Have you ever felt tired, sad, frustrated, angry, and/or powerless because your relative has a mental illness such as: Major depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder and/or dual diagnosis? Then this is the class for you. The 12-week Family to Family Education Course is free for family members, partners and friends of individuals with a chemical imbalance/ brain disorder/mental illness such as listed above. Classes are 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, to Dec. 8 at the Clermont County Mental Health & Recovery Board Conference Room, 1088 Wasserman Way, Suite B, Batavia. Registration is required. Call 732-5419 to register. Visit www.nami-cc.org for information about this and other NAMI programs.

Patriot Day

Clermont County – The commissioners proclaimed Friday, Sept. 11, as Patriot Day, marking the eighth anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on America. “Today, we see the virtue of the Sept. 11 heroes in our military personnel,” reads the proclamation. “We are grateful

to all of these men and woman and to their families, for the sacrifices they have made and for their service. We honor those who have lost their lives defending our freedom.”

CPR courses

NEW RICHMOND – The New Richmond Fire & EMS will host American Heart Association cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid courses at 9 a.m. Saturday Sept. 19, in the second floor council meeting room of the New Richmond Village Hall, 102 Willow Street. The first aid class begins at 1 p.m. Pre-registration is necessary by calling NRFEMS at 553-2117. For complete information and future course dates visit www.nrfems.org.

Homecoming service

BETHEL – The Old Bethel M.E. Church Historical Society will host a Homecoming Service at the church building at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27. The program of music by the Express is being planned. Light refreshments will be served following the program. The church is located on the south side of the East Fork State Park just north of Bantam. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Auxiliary to meet

WILLIAMSBURG – The American Legion Auxiliary Unit No. 288 will meet at the Post home, 208 E. Main St., at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21. The Unit will be discussing plans for their annual Election Day dinner to be held Tuesday, Nov. 3. All members are encouraged to attend. For details, call 724-6364.

Philharmonic to appear

Union Twp. – The trustees will present the last concert of the season at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at the amphitheatre in back of the civic center, 4350 Aicholtz Road. The Clermont Philharmonic Orchestra will perform South of The Border. Bring the family to enjoy the sounds that will make you want to move your feet and snap your fingers to the beat. Snacks will be available for purchase, or bring your own. In case of rain, the concert will be moved to the Glen Este High School auditorium.

Fewer fatalities

Clermont County – Safe Communities reports that, as of Sept. 8, four fatalities have happened in Clermont County during 2009. This number is compared to 20 in the same time period in 2008 and seven in 2007. Safe Communities also reports that a recent seat belt survey, conducted in June, shows an average of 74.6 percent of Clermont County residents wear their seat belts. This is compared to 77 percent during the same time in 2008. Safe Communities staff asks everyone to buckle up and save lives. Call 735-8409 for more information.

Learn to swim

NEW RICHMOND – The Hazel Davis Swim Program begins Tuesday, Sept. 15, or Wednesday, Sept. 16, at the high school. The program runs five weeks. The times are 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 or 6:15 p.m. to 7 p.m. The cost is $25 per student. Call Judy Middeler at 553-3161, ext. 11027, for details.

Learn about Antartica

BATAVIA – The Clermont County Historical Society will meet at 7:30 Friday, Sept. 18, in room S143, at UC Clermont College, 4200 Clermont College Drive in Batavia. The featured speaker will be Ron Hill. His presentation will be “Antarctica, The Seventh Continent.” Ron visited Antarctica in December 2008. He will show slides of the land and its penguins. The meeting is free and open to the public.

Crafters needed

BATAVIA – Fraternal Order of Eagles Ladies Auxiliary will host their second annual Craft Sale 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at the meeting hall, 265 Foundry St. in Batavia, at the corner of Clough Pike and Ohio 132. Booths cost $20 each or $25 with electricity. A new feature this year is a Pumpkin Patch for the children. The cost is $5, which includes the purchase of a pumpkin and decorating. E-mail: bdavis12@fuse.net or call 513-732-9035 for more information.

Candidates forum

BETHEL – The Quin-T Democrat Club is sponsoring a Candidates Forum as part of the annual fall dinner beginning at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, at Grant Career Center, 718 W. Plane St. in Bethel. The forum will feature the three candidates who have announced in the Ohio 2nd Congressional District Democratic Primary: Todd Book, David Krikorian and Jim Parker. The social hour begins at 6 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 each. Make reservations by Sept. 25 by calling 553-4766 or 553-2446. For more information, email: grdennison@roadrunner.com.

Wine tasting

UNION TWP. – Clerco, Inc. invites the community to a fundraiser for the respite program at the Clermont County Board of Developmental Disabilities. A Tuscan Harvest is a wine tasting and silent auction event from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, at the Krippendorf Lodge at the Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road. The evening includes a wine tasting of Southwestern Ohio vineyards, raffle baskets, a silent auction, hors d’oeuvres, desserts and entertainment. Cost is $50 per person, with $25 being tax deductible. Event sponsorships are avail-

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Golf outing

MONROE TWP. – Golfers are needed for the annual Dan Burns Memorial Golf Outing at Lindale Golf Club Sept. 26. The outing will be a fourperson scramble. Shot-gun start begins at 11 a.m. Cost is $55 per person and includes golf cart, food, fun and prizes. Huntington Bank is sponsoring a $1,000 hole-in-one. Fees should be paid by Sept.16. Make checks payable to: AUMC Scholarship Fund and mail to Amelia United Meth. Church, P.O. Box 189, Amelia, Oh 45102. For more information, call the church at 753-6770 or Rod Davidson at 553-4327.

CCHS meeting

The September meeting of the Clermont County Historical Society will be at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, at Clermont College, Batavia. The featured speaker will be Ron Hill. His presentation will be “Antarctica, the Seventh Continent.” Hill visited Antarctica in December 2008 and will share his pictures of the continent and penguins. The meeting is open to the public.

GHS tweets

The Goshen Historical Society is now on Twitter. For quick updates on the log house, programs and upcoming events, visit www.twitter. com/GoshenHistory.

History display

The Clermont County Collaborative of Historical Organizations and the Clermont County commissioners have a joint project on Clermont County History. The commissioners installed a display case in the lobby of the administration building, 101 E. Main St. in Batavia. Each month a different Clermont County historical organization will have a display on county history. For the month of September, the Monroe Township Historical Society will have a display. The display is open to the public free of charge during the regular hours of the Administration building.

Library history display

During the month of September, the Clermont County Historical Society will have a display at the Owensville Library. This display highlights the 35 historical markers that were installed through out Clermont County during the county’s bicentennial in 2000. The display is open to the public free of charge during the regular hours of the library.

Document standards

BATAVIA – If you need to have a document recorded at the Clermont County Recorder’s Office, there are new document standards to follow, as mandated by Ohio House Bill 525. “The standards are designed to make the documents consistent and easier to download,” said Clermont County Recorder Debbie Clepper. The guidelines require documents to be a minimum paper size of 8.5 by 11, with one inch margins on each side of the page, a minimum size of 10 point for the font, and no use of highlighting. Documents that do not conform to the guidelines (available at www.Recorder.ClermontCountyOhio.gov) will be assessed an additional $20 recording fee. “The Recorder’s Office

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Donate your old phones

Working with Clermont County Victim’s Advocate Laurie Coots, Pierce Township Police Department donated 15 phones to go to victims of domestic violence. Coots works for the YWCA and distributes used cell phones to women so they may call 911 if being stalked or assaulted. Pierce Township has collected more cell phones than any other Clermont County agency for the program. Citizens and companies interested in participating can drop off their used cell phones at 950 Locust Corner Road. keeps the vital records pertaining to ownership in real estate (land) and to all encumbrances or liens upon it,” said Clepper. Questions about the new document guidelines can be directed to the recorder’s Office at 732-7236, or e-mail recorder@co.clermont.oh.us.

Fire prevention

UNION TWP. – Testing the water before putting a child in the bath may sound like common sense. Wearing short or close-fitting sleeves when cooking on the stovetop may show foresight. These and other simple actions may be all it takes to prevent devastating burns. Fire Prevention Week, Sunday, Oct. 4, through Saturday, Oct. 10, focuses on burn awareness and prevention, as well as keeping homes safe from the leading causes of home fire. The theme this year is “Stay Fire Smart – Don’t Get Burned.” To kick off the week, the Union Township Fire Department will host an open house from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4, at Station 51, Clough Pike and Glen Este-Withamsville Road. Bring the family to meet firefighters and paramedics, take a tour of this unique station, enjoy some refreshments, learn about fire prevention and how to keep your family safe.

Prostrate screening

BATAVIA – Men who are age 40 years and older are encouraged to have an annual prostate exam to help provide early detection of prostate cancer, the most common form of cancer found in men. In support of this cause, and in recognition of September as National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, Mercy Hospital Clermont is offering Prostate Cancer Screenings from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21, at its campus, 3000 Hospital Drive in Batavia. Dr. Hari Kothegal, a boardcertified urologist on the Mercy Clermont medical staff, is providing the screenings. They will consist of a Digital Rectal Exam (DRE) and Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) blood test. The cost for the screening is $10. The Prostate Cancer Screenings will be held in the Specialized Services Department at the hospital and are provided by appointment only. To schedule an appointment for a Prostate Cancer Screening at Mercy Hospital Clermont, call 956-3729.

Spruce up Harsha

Batavia Twp. – Calling all Scouts, students, 4-H clubs and others looking for community service hours. William

H. Harsha Lake is the place to be Saturday, Sept. 26, for this year’s National Public Lands Day. If you enjoy the park, show your appreciation by helping to clean up the Corps of Engineers area from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Afterward light refreshments will be provided by local merchants. Bring along a picnic lunch to enjoy alongside the river. Volunteers are needed to help pick up litter along the lake and river shoreline at the Corps of Engineers Operations Area at 2185 Slade Road, near the dam. Meet at the Tailwater Picnic Shelter for a safety briefing at 9:30 a.m. Groups will be assigned trails and recreation areas to help spruce up the park, and enjoy a beautiful fall day outdoors. Groups, families and individuals are invited to preregister by calling the park ranger at 797-6081. All programs and events are offered free of charge by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The Corps of Engineers Visitor Center is at 2185 Slade Road, about four miles south of Batavia off Ohio 222. The Tailwater Picnic Shelter is below the dam.

Crazy caterpillars

BATAVIA TWP. – September is a great time to find caterpillars. But, why would anyone search for them during the dark of night? Join the Harsha Lake/East Fork State Park Ranger for an evening exploring Nature’s Night Shift during a program geared for families with children aged 7 and up. Meet at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center at 7:45 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19. Discover the secret tool that causes certain fungi, natural objects, even caterpillars to “glow” as we search the grounds near the Visitor Center. Severe storms and/or lightning in the immediate area will cancel this program. Registration is not required. All children must be accompanied by an adult. All programs are offered free of charge. For more information about this program, call the corps park ranger at 797-6081. The Harsha Lake Visitor Center is on Slade Road just off Ohio 222 about five miles south of Batavia.

Free chili cookoff

Jackson Township – The Clermont County Democratic Party will host a free community chili cookoff 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Hartman Cabin, corner of Aber Road and U.S. 50 in Jackson Township. Judges will be Union Township firefighters. Chili will be served by executive committee members and Local 2009 & 2010 Democratic candidates.

News 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 of the New Richmond Exempted Village School District Board of Education candidates at Cincinnati.com/newrichmond or Cincinnati.com/ohiotownship.

Mike Bennett 1. I am running for the New Richmond school board in order to help shape the education my children receive as well as the other children of the district, many of whom are my friends and family. With Ralph Shepherd, a long time board member, not running for re-election this is the perfect time for someone with new and fresh ideas to be able to impact the current board and their philosophy. Ben Bird 1. I am running for school board because I care about the community and the school system. I have lived here my entire life and am a graduate of New Rich-

mond. After learning that Mr. Sheppard was not going to seek re-election after many years of gracefully serving our community and schools, I thought it was a good time to run. I just want to be a part of making our schools even better. David Hawkins 1. I am running to once again have the opportunity to serve the community.

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changed over the years. But the techniques of teaching and presentation have. Therefore, educational leaders have to adapt curricula to the current needs of children which are constantly changing as the 21st century moves on. Computers have changed the educational landscape dramatically. School systems are struggling to bring their offerings up to contemporary needs. Many parents understand the needs, but not the processes.

Kim Hayden 1. I am running for a second term on the New Richmond Exempted Village School Board where currently I am serving as the board president. School board is an opportunity for me to give back to my community and to model for my own children the importance of being involved.

Robert Painter 1. I am running for school board because I feel the need to be involved in the community and help continue the high quality of education that New Richmond schools deliver to their students.

Fred Heflin 1. Education is not a revolutionary process, but is certainly an evolutionary process. The needs of children for proficiency in the basic skills of reading, writing and arithmetic haven’t

Kevin Walriven 1. To continue to help our district maintain our excellent rated school system. Being a graduate of New Richmond schools, it’s more than just a position to me.

Boys & Girls in Kindergarten – 1st grades. The Kindergarten through 1st grade program will begin in mid-October. This is a totally instructional program and is sure to be lots of fun for everyone who participates. T-Shirt and Basketball will be provided. Fees are $40 per player Boys & Girls in 2nd – 12th grades Boys & Girls 2nd –12th grades can sign up to play recreational youth basketball. Select teams will be offered for Boys & Girls in 4th, 5th, & 6th grades. Try-outs for select teams will be held October 5th – 9th. Check website for dates and times.

Register now online at: http://www.geyba.org You must live in the Glen Este school area, be a student or a home-schooled student in the Glen Este School system, or have participated in the GEYBA program during the preceding year. Registration fees for 2nd – High School are as follows: Fees are due at signup regardless of grade. $80.00 for the ﬁrst child, $70.00 for the second child $175.00 for three or more children Referee fees will be an additional charge (collected by the coach). T-shirts will be provided for 2nd grade players. You must sign-up even if you are planning to try out for the school team. Late registration will be subject to a $20.00 late fee. We will also have the following sign up at the Union Township Civic Center: Sat. September 19th 10:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. Sun. September 20th 1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. Sun. September 27th 1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. The Union Township Civic Center is located at 4 4350 Aicholtz Road behind the Bigg’s shopping complex

Art in the park classes offered and found objects. Artists are invited to bring their own recycled materials. No registration is required for the classes, Hawk said. In case of rain, the classes will be held at the Front Street Gallery.

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Aspiring artists can gather at New Richmond’s riverfront for free art classes as part of the village’s Art in the Park event. The classes will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, and 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at Hausserman Park on Front Street. Adrian Hawk, an art teacher at Monroe Elementary School, will teach the classes. She said previous Art in the Park events have featured working artists, but this year, the village wanted

to do something with more community involvement. “We wanted to reach out to the community and offer something family-oriented,” she said. The class Sept. 19 will be “Creative Community Weaving,” where participants are invited to create individual weavings. Artists will be invited to add their own creative touch to a large community weaving structure that will be displayed in New Richmond. The Oct. 3 class is “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Rebuild.” Participants will have the opportunity to express their creativity by using recyclable materials

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When Janice Yearwood was teaching in Nashville, Tenn., a number of years ago, the principal brought a new student into her classroom. “He told me ‘Oh, by the way, he doesn’t speak English. Good luck,’” Yearwood said. Now, years later, the Batavia

Township resident is trying to make it easier for other teachers put in the same situation with her new book, “ESL Manual for Mainstream Teachers: How to Help Limited-English-Speaking Students.” After her experience in Nashville, Yearwood went back to school and got a master’s degree in teaching English as a second language.

She couldn’t find any books out there on the subject, so for her master’s project, she decided to write the book. Published by Tate Publishing Enterprises, the book outlines Yearwood’s teaching experience along language lines and explains how other teachers can avoid mistakes in teaching students with English as a second language. Yearwood now works for Inter-

national Language Plus, a private language school in Blue Ash that contracts with local school systems to help teach students with English as a second language. One of the districts she works with is Batavia Local School District. Batavia Superintendent Barbara Bradley said the number of students needing help with English as a second language has

grown in recent years. She said there are now 10 students in the district getting help. Yearwood’s book is available at bookstores nationwide or can be ordered through barnesandnoble. com, amazon.com, target.com or directly from the publisher at orders@tatepublishing.com. An audio version of the book also is available from the publisher.

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Senior Culinary Careers student Chelsey Stonerock handles a tray of freshly prepared lunches in preparation for the Sept. 15 opening of the Sports Gallery Restaurant at Grant Career Center.

Grant Career Center restaurant opens The Culinary Careers Program at Grant Career Center recently announced the opening of the Sports Gallery Restaurant at the center, which will be open to the public on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each week. Lunch hours are 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The students have been preparing the menu and practicing cooking skills that will result in meals offered to the public.

The menu includes homemade soups, a variety of luncheon salads and specialty sandwiches. The students also will offer daily specials as well as desserts. Food preparation is included in the student course of study at the career center in the Culinary Careers Program. This program trains students for careers in the hospitality industry including food service, banquets and catering.

Grant Career Center’s kitchen is equipped with state-of-the-art cooking equipment and a lab that is designed for student rotation. Perfecting their skills in each area of restaurant operation, students will be able to secure employment as a chef’s helper, cook, pantry worker, sauté cook, server, broiler chef, food production manager or restaurant manager.

Several area students recently graduated from Ohio University. They are: Amelia: Amanda Mazzaro (B.S. in Education early childhood), Shawna Selm (B.S. in Communication, media management), Brittany Vinson (cum laude, B.A., psychology), Katherine Smith (B.B.A., international business, marketing). Batavia: Katherine Overmann (B.F.A., art education, ceramics), Michael Mills (magna cum laude, B.A., political science), Kelsey Moore (B.A., English). New Richmond: Katherine Groman (B.S. in Sports Sciences, exercise physiology), Andrew Carson (B.S., PBIO applied ecology), Ryan Theiss (B.S., biological sciences). Union Township: Michael Martin (B.S. in Communication, information telecommunication systems), Kyle Euton (B.B.A., finance, business economics), Nicholas Knittel (B.S. in Communication, video production), Erinn Zaugg (cum laude, B.S. in Human and Consumer Sciences, family studies), Christina Stabile (M.Ed., curriculum & instruction), Megan Quinn (B.S. in Education, early childhood).

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Kristen Schmidt of Amelia recently graduated from The University of Akron. She received a Master of Arts degree in family and consumer sciences.

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Sara Williams, a 2003 graduate of Glen Este High School, recently graduated from Northern Kentucky University with a master’s in arts and teaching. She also earned a B.S. in mathematics from Cedarville University in 2007. The daughter of Robert and Judith Williams of Glen Este, Williams is currently employed as a mathematics teacher at Oak Hills High School and is the junior varsity volleyball coach at Mariemont High School.

Dean’s list

Melinda Hood, daughter of Jim and Melodie Hood of Amelia, has been named to the 2009 spring semester dean’s list at Bluffton University. She is a first year student majoring in writing.

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Samantha Donders and Jacob Ottlinger have been named to the 2009 spring semester dean’s list at The University of Akron. Both students are from New Richmond.

Honors organization

Brittany Vinson was recently elected to the Lambda of Ohio Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest and one of the most prestigious undergraduate honors organization. She is from Amelia.

HONOR ROLLS Archbishop Moeller High School

The following students have earned honors for the fourth quarter of 2008-2009.

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First Honors – William Hamiter and Thomas Sullivan. Second Honors – Bryan Bain, Matthew Brune

and Collin Gorsline.

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First Honors – Nickolaus Herweh, Callan Hughes, Brendan Walsh and Andrew Yankosky. Second Honors – Mourad David, Austin Grogan, Justin Liggett and Logan Smyth.

Juniors

Second Honors – Jacob Corrill, Michael Nypaver and Tyler Visagie.

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Duke Energy, the Ohio Association of Pupil Transportation and Clermont County schools presented a program on safety for school bus drivers Aug. 11 at the Clermont County Fairgrounds. During the program, Duke Energy demonstrated the basic elements of safety relating to power lines and poles.

Duke Energy, the Ohio Association of Pupil Transportation and Clermont County schools presented a program on safety for school bus drivers Aug. 11 at the Clermont County Fairgrounds in Owensville. During this in-service training for bus drivers in the Ohio Southwest Region, Duke Energy demonstrated the basic elements of safety relating to power lines and poles. Participants learned what to do

in the event of a power line-related fire, what happens when animals come into contact with live wires and other emergency-related information. Following the morning training sessions, Duke Energy line workers put up two utility poles and strung non-energized electric wire from pole to pole in preparation for a demonstration that simulated wires down on a school bus.

Drivers received training on how to react in this kind of emergency situation. “Duke Energy is committed to safety and actively pursues opportunities to educate our customers and the public about our business and how to stay safe around our equipment,” said Duke spokesperson Sally Thelen. For more information, visit www.duke-energy.com.

Crews work on fire protection at schools Crews at the West Clermont Local School District’s two new elementary schools started

installing the water lines for the overhead sprinkler systems for fire protection this week, said Ed Dyer,

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the director of administrative services for the district. In addition to the fire protection mains, contractors at Amelia Elementary School continued to set door frames and work on decking and roofing throughout last week. They also completed the underground storm lines in the classroom wing, Dyer said. Construction of the load bearing blocks outdoor brick work continued last week and the plumbing crews worked on roughins and water lines for the bathrooms. Additionally, crews at Amelia Elementary worked on the conduits and electrical conduits in the new building and continued to install the HVAC ductwork. At Withamsville-Tobasco Elementary School, contractors continued to set door frames last week. They also worked on decking, detailing and roofing. The

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Work continued on the roof and walls last week at the new Withamsville-Tobasco Elementary School. roofers will start installing trusses this week. The storm lines in the classroom wing at Withamsville-Tobasco Elementary School also were completed. Plumbing crews continued rough-ins and are working

to install the water lines and piping. Crews continued to work on electrical rough-ins and the installing electrical lines and cables. HVAC ductwork continued last week.

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This week in soccer

• Batavia High School boys defeated Blanchester in a 5-0 shutout, Sept. 3. Batavia’s Nolan O’Brien made three saves. Matt Walker scored two goals; Will Walker, Nathan Sisodia and Luke Bradburn each scored a goal. • Batavia girls defeated Blanchester 6-5, Sept. 3. Holly Harris scored three goals for Batavia; Becca Fink, Hannah Eddelman and Alyssa Morrow scored a goal each for Batavia. • Amelia High School girls defeated Talawanda 1-0, Sept. 9. Amelia advances to 1-2 with the win. Amelia’s Andrea Bresser scored the only goal. • New Richmond boys shut out Western Brown 4-0, Sept. 10. New Richmond keeper Ware made 11 saves. Lloyd, Anderson, Dervin and Lefler scored the four goals. New Richmond advances to 3-2 with the win. • Batavia High School boys tied with Madeira 2-2, Sept. 10. Batavia’s record changes to 3-0-2 with the tie. Matt Walker scored Batavia’s two goals. • Batavia girls beat Williamsburg in a 5-0 shutout, Sept. 10. Batavia advances to 4-0 with the win. Williamsburg falls to 3-1-1. Holly Harris scored two goals and Eleanor Bentley, Becca Fink and Hannah Eddelmon scored one goal each. Batavia’s Brittany Luginbuhl made four saves.

This week in volleyball

• New Richmond High School defeated Clermont Northeastern 29-27, 25-10, 25-19, Sept. 3. • Batavia High School defeated Georgetown High School 25-19, 25-14, 25-18, Sept. 3. • Williamsburg High School defeated Georgetown 27-25, 25-16, 25-16, Sept. 8. • New Richmond defeated Fayetteville 27-25, 17-25, 2725, 25-17, Sept. 8. • Amelia High School defeated Batavia 25-18, 2520, 25-13, Sept. 9. • Williamsburg defeated Felicity-Franklin High School, 25-19, 25-13, 21-25, 25-10, Sept. 10.

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By the time things started going right for the Amelia High School football team last Friday night, it was too late. The Barons fell to Milford at home, 27-14, despite two fourth-quarter touchdowns from Zac Hultz. “We’ve got to play with more confidence earlier in the game,” Amelia first-year head coach Randy Hospelhorn said. “We don’t have the experience yet or maybe the confidence yet. “We’re a work-inprogress still.” Amelia’s defense played well early, frustrating Milford’s offense for the game’s first 15 minutes. But the BRANDON SEVERN/CONTRIBUTOR Eagles got a couple of big pass plays from junior New Richmond quarterback Garrett Myers proves deadly when he gets out of Frank Sullivan, grabbed the the pocket. momentum and took a 21-0 lead into halftime. “We had a little talk at halftime,” Hospelhorn said. “They came out in the second half and played a little bit better.” Hultz, a junior receiver, scored on a six-yard touchdown run early in the fourth quarter. He soon added a second TD, on a 43-yard pass from Tanner Owens. But it wasn’t enough to overcome the strong first half by Milford, which was coming off a disappointing week-two loss to Walnut Hills. The Eagles’ coaching staff responded by scaling back their playbook and concentrating more on what they do well rather Glen Este’s Dan Shepherd and Josh Bowman take down Princeton’s Darrell Curtis. than reacting to the defense. “We were a little bit simpler, on both sides of the ball,” Milford head coach Pat Fagan said. “We wanted to have fewer things for our part of the decade as the kids to focus on. “And with Coach Hospel- Trojans’ defensive coordinahorn, he’s really creative. tor. Oh, and GE head coach You really don’t know what you’re going to get from Zak Taylor is his brother-inhim, particularly on the law. “It’s gonna be rough defensive side.” The Barons take a two- emotionally,” Hospelhorn game losing streak into their said. “I have the utmost intra-district game against respect for Coach Taylor and Glen Este Friday. Hospel- those guys.” horn, though, remains optiBRANDON SEVERN/ mistic. CONTRIBUTOR Princetown 27, “We’re 1-2, but everySenior Mike Maupin strides to the body’s still positive,” Hos- Glen Este 21 endzone marking New Richmond’s Princeton High School’s comeback. New Richmond keeps its pelhorn said. “They’re still working hard in the weight Spencer Ware, in his first perfect record intact by overcoming a room. They’re still working game of the season, ran for 13-point deficit on this much improved hard at practice. It’s a really 156 yards and four touch- Bethel Tate program. good atmosphere right downs in a 27-21 overtime win over Glen Este Sept. 10. Princeton was aggressive now.” Glen Este scored the first at times against Glen Este As if the normal AmeliaGlen Este rivalry wasn’t 14 points of the game after and racked up 70 yards in spicy enough, Hospelhorn Princeton had the ball in penalties. Glen Este (1-2) plays came to Amelia this year Glen Este territory on its Amelia (1-2) at home Sept. 18. after spending the better first three possessions.

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Glen Este running back Austin Duncanson breaks off a big run against Princeton. Duncanson scored three touchdowns and ran for more than 225 yards against Princeton in a 27-21 overtime loss. comes Williamsburg for a 7:30 p.m. Sept. 18 home game.

Batavia 35, New Miami 13

The Bulldogs notched their first win of the season in blowout fashion. They’ll look to even their record at 2-2 when they host Clermont Northeastern (0-3) Friday.

Williamsburg 21, Clark Montessori 6

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New Richmond 28, Bethel 13

The Bethel-Tate Tigers looked like they were primed for an early-season upset of New Richmond, the favorite to win the Southern Buckeye Conference this year. The Tigers built a 13-0 halftime lead, but could not hold off a second-half surge by New Richmond. The Lions came back for a 2813 victory. New Richmond junior quarterback Garrett Myers rushed 16 times for 90 yards and two touchdowns. New Richmond senior fullback Andrew Nealan rushed 12 times for 85 yards and one touchdown. The Lions came at them hard and fast, scoring on their first three possessions of the second half to take the lead and the momentum away from the Tigers. New Richmond improved to 3-0 on the season. New Richmond wel-

Clark entered the game undefeated at 2-0, but the Wildcats scored touchdowns in each of the first three quarters to take a commanding lead en route to their first win of the season. Seniors Caleb Morgan and Marcus Barber each scored on touchdown runs to lead the ’Burg offense. The win marks the first of coaches Trevor Foster and Scott Lefker at Williamsburg. The Wildcats face another unbeaten team Friday when they travel to New Richmond.

Loveland 24, McNicholas 8

The McNicholas offense has sputtered the past two weeks, scoring only 22 points in the past two weeks in losses to Turpin and Loveland. The Rockets will look to put an end to the two-game slide when they face Chaminade Julienne on Sept. 18 at Turpin. Quarterback Matt Staubach scored the lone McNick touchdown against Loveland and has all but one of the Rockets touchdowns this season.

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The Amelia High School girls’ tennis team has had a hot start to the 2009 season, going 4-2 in the first six matches. “We’ve done really well. I’m happy with everyone’s performance so far,” head coach Tim West said. West attributed the early season success to the team’s hunger to win. “Many of my girls are

new to varsity, and they are just excited to be up here and are eager to win,” he said. Amelia graduated five seniors from the 2008 team. The team’s only senior Nicole Lindsley leads a strong first doubles team. Lindsley and junior Cassie Amato have come up big for the Barons through the first part of the season. The second doubles team, junior Ashley Houston and freshman Holly

Buten, have also performed admirably, especially in several big come-from-behind victories. “All of my girls do a great job,” West said. The No. 1 singles player, freshman Hannah Fulks, has been competitive in every match for Amelia, even while playing mainly seniors. “Her record is still pretty good, and after a year of growing and getting into the circuit, she’s definitely

going to be a very, very competitive player,” West said. Junior Ally Chamberlin, playing No. 3 singles, has had a strong start to the season, and Amelia could be even better as the No. 2 singles player, Ashley West, has battled some slight injuries. Amelia won its first league match in four years as the Barons beat Wilmington 3-2. “It’s a big win for us and

helps build great confidence for the girls,” West said. “We want to end the year with a winning season.” Amelia has several big home matches on the horizon, including a match with Clermont Northeastern at 4 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 16, and a match with Batavia 3:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21. “Come out and watch some good, fun tennis,” West said. “Bring a chair and enjoy an exciting sport.”

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Sports & recreation BRIEFLY This week in golf

• Amelia High School golfer Jeremy Marsh shot 1 over par 37 on the front nine at Friendly Meadows, Sept. 3, helping the Amelia boys defeat Miami Valley Christian 175, 198. Amelia advances to 3-4 with the win.

This week in cross country

On fire

• The New Richmond High School men won the Western Brown Invitational with a score of 80. Blanchester was second with 108, Glen Este third with 115, Hillsboro fourth with 199, Western Brown fifth with 152, Eastern sixth with 163, Georgetown seventh with 179, Wilmington eighth with 180, Bethel-Tate ninth with 196, Goshen 10th with 228, Batavia 11th with 241, Ross 12th with 281, Ripley-Union 13th with 281, Peebles 14th with 397 and Clermont Northeastern 15th with 428. New Richmond’s Timmy Hall was the second top finisher at 17:45. • Glen Este High School women’s cross country runner Michelle Thomas was the top finisher at the Western Brown Invitational, Sept. 9, with a time of 19:20. Glen Este came in third at the invitational with a score of 79. Western Brown was first with 34, and New Richmond was second with 79. Peebles was fourth with 117, RipleyUnion was fift with 135, Wilmington was sixth with 141,

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The Amelia Heat celebrates capturing the Greater Cincinnati Knothole Division I, Class B Championship by defeating the Fort Thomas Bulldogs, 4-1. Amelia compiled a 24-9-1 record for the season. In back, from left, are Coach Barry Griefenstine, Tyler Luginbuhl, Leyton Griefenstine, Adam Weigel, Dale Luginbuhl, Nick Johnson and Manager Kirk Brinker. In front, from left, are Jake Brinker, Seth Kennedy, Zainn Ison, Matt Mazzaro, Alyc Ruiz and Alec Zurlinden. Not pictured is Nate Jones.

National champs

Gymnasts Ashley Heppner of Amelia, on left, Kaitlyn Bein of Williamsburg, Sarah McGrath of Amelia and Lexi Martin of Bethel show off their winnings in the Tumbling and Trampoline National competition in Des Moines, Iowa, recently. The girls, who train at Gymnastics Central in Batavia, made it past the preliminary competition into the finals in at least one event. Martin placed eighth on the trampoline. Bein placed eighth on the double mini tramp and third on the trampoline. Heppner placed sixth on the double mini tramp, fifth on tumbling. Roberts (not pictured), of Amelia, placed second on the trampoline, and won the national title on the double mini tramp. McGrath placed sixth on the double mini trampoline and won a national title on trampoline. The girls are coached by Eric Martin and Jim Bartley. PROVIDED

Ross was seventh with 177, Georgetown was eighth with 193, Eastern was ninth with 217, Batavia was 10th with 290 and Clermont Northeastern was 11th with 296.

This week in tennis

• Batavia High School girls defeated Clermont Northeastern 5-0, Sept. 8. In singles, Beth Turner defeated Caldwell 6-0, 6-0; Katelyn Woodruff defeated Dennison 6-3, 4-6, 6-3; Shayna Wallace defeated Sanft 62, 7-5. In doubles, Kelly Simmons and Miranda Bare defeated Michaelis and Carwell 6-0, 6-0 and Hannah White and Nancy Gerrald defeated Arthur and Writesel 6-1, 6-1. • New Richmond High School girls defeated FelicityFranklin High School 3-2, Sept. 8. New Richmond advances to 2-3 with the win. In singles, New Richmond’s C. White defeated Nickol 6-1, 6-4. In doubles, Tucker and Stillwell defeated Sturgis and Cumby 6-2, 6-3 and David and White defeated Tatman and Turner 6-2, 6-3. • Batavia defeated Goshen High School 4-1, Sept. 10. Batavia advances to 3-6 with the win. In singles, Batavia’s Beth Turner defeated A. Hulzneyer 6-0, 6-0. In doubles, Batavia’s Kelly Simmons and Miranda Bare defeated Perkins and Martell 6-0, 7-6 and Hannah White and Nancy Gerrard defeated Poff and Neader 5-7, 6-4, 10-5.

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Visitors to Cincinnati.com/ uniontownship posted these comments about a letter to the editor about the decision by the West Clermont Local School District not to let students watch President Barrack Obama’s speech Sept. 8: “I dont get this he is PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES...if he speaks we should listen regardless... many presidents before him has interrupted one our favorite shows to say something and never once has a pole been takend to not allow our children listen to it...People wake up and get over YOURSELVES...you dont teach your kids respect for authority and that is why they dont respect you...out in public telling you how much they hate you because you wouldnt buy then this or do something for them...the writing is on the wall and starts in your home.” dakotablu “Reagan did it, Bush 1 did it, Clinton did it, and heck even during 9/11 Bush 2 was speaking to kids. To the GOP and and others who are ‘ignorantly’ sitting their kids out of school Tuesday. All 4 of the above Presidents have one thing in common. All 4 basically said the same thing to kids. I love when people say minorites use the race card but really……examples

like this always make us wonder.” Sad to say, It’s silly because the GOP is a siily childish ignorant party that want to continue to keep America divided with negative media such as Sean Hannity, Rush Limbaugh and Glenn Beck ... oh the Alaskan ‘I can can see Russia’. The most ridiculous, in a longgg list of ridiculous things the Republicans are complaining about these days. God forbid the President encourage children to stay in school and work hard. Very radical! How dare he! The irony is, they have no problem sending their child to a ‘public’ government run school system. Nor do they have a problem voting to force your child to pray to their God in those same government run schools. The stupidity of these people knows no bounds!” ltd1974 “Parents do have the right to review the material ahead of time. You make the office of president sound more like Nazi Germany. The president of this great country doesn’t say ‘I have something to say to your child, you tell your child to listen up’. Parents still have the privilege of deciding what their children will or will not be subjected to. I realize if you had your way that would change.” piercesenior “I am a West Clermont parent as well, and I have a niece who is a

teacher. The speech given yesterday was not the original speech, and my niece, who voted for Obama, and had access to the original speech as well as the teaching materials sent with it, wasn’t comfortable with it and was glad the speech was changed. I have not seen the original speech or the teaching materials yet. I read the speech that was given and although I did not vote for Obama I thought it was a positive message and showed it to my kids last night. I am not upset with the schools for not showing it. They were really caught between a rock and a hard place if you think about it. No way could they please everyone in this situation. I wish they would stop promising my children fabulous prizes for their fundraisers when in reality unless I contribute $$$$ my kids are never going to win these prizes. They also need to quit pimping levys and when they don’t pass they make my kids feel bad about it.” momto4kiddoes “I’ve been a conservative all my life and am ashamed of how the far right has destroyed my former party and are against anything the President does because he is from a different party. We as Americans should encourage all our leaders to stress the importance of education. I live in West Clermont and agree it is disappointing to see our district get involved in politics. I will not support a district that does such

things. Stick with educating our children.” bstew “As a parent of a former WC student, that is very glad my child is no longer a part of WC.....Not every parent feels the way you do. With something like this they can never make everyone happy. If you feel so strongly, get on the internet and I am sure you can find the whole speech and let your children hear every word. Esp when it comes to politics, our kids do not need to be drug through the ugly dem rep war.” Uccats3314 “I read with interest the comments of the person that is ashamed of West Clermont Schools. Is that person interested to know that any types of speeches must be approved by the School Board? Once again, Mr. Obama is trying to skirt the rules and try to go directly to the people to present his agenda. It isn’t like the children can’t see his speeches on tv serveral times a day. He is constantly preaching his doctrine. I believe it is up to the parents to impress on their children how important an education is today. We should lead by example. It seems the students have little enough time to learn the lessons that they need to succeed.” PaulaDon More comments can be found at http://tinyurl.com/n2l7t5.

Students, staff remember Dr. Bauer A school is a home away from home for many students. They receive support, guidance, friendship, understanding and respect. At Milford High School, Principal Dr. Ray Bauer was at the heart of so much care and concern for students and their families. Dr. Bauer died Saturday, Aug. 29. It came as a shock to everyone. Students and staff responded immediately by sharing their fond memories of him. He was an equal opportunity hugger. He gave hugs freely and sincerely. Students believed he was fair and supportive and always willing to put students first. He initiated numerous programs to help students and always was willing to listen to new ideas to make Milford High School even better. The high school staff did a tremendous job on the Monday when students returned to school. It was a somber mood, but teach-

ers gave students the opportunity to talk about their feelings and share their stories of Dr. Bauer. He would have been proud. Dr. Robert I recall the Farrell graduation ceremony in the Community spring. I was so Press guest impressed to see personal columnist the connection that he had with all 400-plus students. He had kind words for each graduate and a gentle touch as he handed out diplomas. I have never seen any principal in a school the size of Milford High School have that kind of a connection with students. He was amazing. It was touching to see the

response from students who quickly assembled a prayer vigil Sunday night after receiving news of his passing. They gathered at Miami Meadows Park. They took turns sharing their personal stories and saying prayers. The students then turned their attention away from their sorrow and focused on a celebration of Dr. Bauer’s life. Approximately 3,000 students, parents, staff and community members attended a celebration service Thursday, Sept. 3, at the high school stadium. The event was very moving and a fitting tribute to Dr. Bauer. Dr. Bauer’s family attended the celebration to meet with students and community members. Students and education came first for Dr. Bauer. Now, the Dr. Ray Bauer Memorial Scholarship will support students for years to come. If you would like to contribute, please send a check

payable to: Milford High School – Ray Bauer Memorial Scholarship. Send the check to: Milford High School, 1 Eagles Way, Milford, OH 45150. Dr. Bauer would want his students to keep moving forward. He would want students and staff to not dwell on his absence, but focus on their own future. Treasure each moment and push yourself to be your very best. The board approved the recommendation to make Nancy House the interim principal. She was the assistant principal at the high school. Before that she was a teacher with Milford since 1993. The board also approved Chuck Mason as a new assistant principal. Thank you to our faculty and staff for their support during this time and our thoughts and prayers remain with the Bauer family. Dr. Robert Farrell is superintendent of Milford Exempted Village Schools.

Clepper running for Batavia Twp. trustee I am writing this column to publicly declare my candidacy for the office of Batavia Township trustee. After much thought and reflection, I have come to the realization that this avenue is an important and necessary step in my life. We have a chance in November to elect two seats to the Batavia Township Board of Trustees. It would be an honor to fill one of those seats. I would like for my constituents to know a little about myself. I live on Taylor Road with my wife, Amanda, and two children, Cherokee and Izabella, who attend Batavia High School and Elementary, respectively. I graduated from Batavia High School and Northern Kentucky University with a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Education. I cur-

rently teach at the Ohio Virtual Academy, which is the largest public school in Ohio. Also, I am currently seeking my master’s degree in EducaRyan Clepper tional LeaderCommunity ship from the University of Press guest Cincinnati. I columnist have been a member of this community since 1987, when my parents moved here from Union Township. Since then, I have had the privilege of being molded as an upstanding member of this great community with the encouragement from many of our great community leaders. My family’s background is

ingrained in public service. My great-grandfather Thomas Clepper served from 1933 to 1978 as a Union Township trustee, throughout his term in office he was a part of developing one of Ohio’s largest and quickest developing townships of his era. My mother, Deborah Hall Clepper, had served as a Batavia Township trustee for 15 years before being elected as the Clermont County Recorder. My father Dennis Clepper also has been involved with community leadership positions such as a member of the Batavia Local school board and a business owner in Clermont County for 39 years. The greatest attribute that I can bring to this office is that my influences have always taught me that leadership is comprised of high morals, values and work ethic.

These qualities will be manifested in my term as your trustee. My main goal and sole purpose for running is to continue to make sure that Batavia is a safe, wellmaintained environment to ensure a great place to raise a family for the good people of Batavia. As your trustee, I will be involved and available to support and make decisions that will benefit this beloved community. I will know what’s going on and dedicate my service within our community. As an educator, I understand the importance of doing my homework … my decisions will be educated, well thought out and in the best interest of our community. Vote Clepper. Thank you for your support. Ryan Clepper lives on Taylor Road and is a candidate for Batavia Township trustee in November.

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As a parent of three children and also as an American, I am ashamed of West Clermont. Choosing not to air a 15-minute speech from our president is antiAmerican. I can DVR this message for my children, but what about the children who will never get to hear it? West Clermont is a public school district. You have made this choice for my children and you have taken an opportunity away. Is it not supposed to be the other way around? If people do not want their children to see this positive and uplifting message from our president, they should have that option ... but, instead, you stole this opportunity. As an educated man, Dr. Brooks, you should be ashamed. I will continue to support this district and do my very best to keep learning, school spirit and Barons Pride as top priorities in my home. I am not proud today. I am embarrassed and ashamed to send my children to WT Elementary and Amelia High School today. If McCain was our president, I would feel the same way. However, if this was a speech given by any Republican president, it would be aired in all West Clermont classrooms. Angela Dougherty Loda Drive Union Township

God bless the USA

Socialism equals lack of individual rights to assemble, speech and other freedoms we enjoy in the USA. My brother spent 15 years as a political prisoner in Cuba for expressing his opinion against Castro’s government. Socialism advocates nationalization of private sectors (banks, auto industry, healthcare, etc.) Socialists believe that capitalism does not provide equal opportunities. Where else can the oppressed go without a penny in their pocket and only the clothes on their back and become prosperous but the USA? Please, if you support socialism, go to Cuba and live your dream. Let me live my dream in the land of the free and the home of the brave. God bless the USA. Magdie Faul Shaylor Road Union Township

Hewlett for Milford BOE

I am happy to know that Rob Hewlett has decided to run for Milford board of education because, along with his impressive bio, his passion for keeping schools excellent while bringing the community together, is clearly what we need. Rob’s background in the information technology industries will certainly add new, valuable insight to the make-up of the board because he understands the value of preparing children for a 21st century world. Additionally, his commitment to fiscal responsibility can allay concerns about wasteful expenditures or of having un-examined BOE priorities. I encourage all residents of the Milford Exempted Village School District to visit Rob’s page at, Hewlett4BOE.com, and to support him Tuesday, Nov. 3. Francisco Okhuysen Georgetown Road Loveland

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Clermont Co. offers drive-up vaccinations “Getting a flu shot is the best way to protect yourself from the flu. It’s also a good idea to protect yourself and your loved ones by making sure you WHACK the flu,” said Clermont County Health Commissioner Marty Lambert. The Clermont General Health District is distributing posters to schools, day care centers, businesses, libraries and other places where people meet, encouraging them to WHACK the flu: W – Wash your hands often. H – Home is where to stay when you are sick. A – Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. C – Cover your coughs and sneezes. K – Keep your distance from people who are coughing and sneezing. “By taking the above steps you can increase your chances of staying healthy and from spreading the flu if you should become ill,” said Lambert. “These precautions are quite effective in fighting both seasonal and H1N1 flu.” This year, most people won’t know which flu strain they have, because confirmatory testing is limited to the severely ill. Seasonal flu shots are available at many locations in the area. The Clermont County General Health will offer them at a drive-thru clinic

from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Clermont County Fairgrounds. Vehicles should enter the fairgrounds at 1000 Locust Street in Owensville. No appointments are needed at this clinic. The clinic is targeted at adults, since the flu shots will be given while people remain in their vehicles. The shots cost $15; no checks, Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance will be accepted as payment. Those on Medicare or Medicaid, and children 17 and under should make an appointment for a vaccine at another time by calling 735-8400. Information about H1N1 vaccinations should be available in October. H1N1 vaccinations are not mandatory, but are highly recommended for all highrisk groups. Initially the vaccine will be targeted to pregnant women, people who live with or care for children under 6 months of age, those between the ages of 6 months and 24 years of age, health care workers, emergency medical responders, and adults 24 to 64 with chronic health conditions or compromised immune systems. Once the demand from these targeted groups has been met the vaccine should be widely available to anyone interested in receiving an H1N1 vaccination.

THINGS TO DO Concert Sept. 19

The village of New Richmond will host the Ohio State Patrol Drum and Bugle Corps at 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at the bandstand on the riverfront. The concert will take place along with an antique car show taking place throughout the village.

Cardinal ball

FUNd for the Kids is hosting The Cardinal Ball at 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, in the cafeteria at Felicity-Franklin Elementary School, 415 Washington St., Felicity. The event includes dinner and music by a DJ. There is a raffle at 7 p.m. Proceeds to benefit Felicity School athletics. The cost is $100, $25 companion ticket. For more information, all 876-2927.

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Wild, wild West

Old West Festival is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, for Student Day at 1449 Greenbush Cobb Road in Williamsburg. Relive days of Wild West in an entertainment experience. The event includes reenactments, trick shooting and roping, demonstrations, rides, food and music. It is open rain or shine. The cost is $10, $6 for ages 6-12; free ages 5 and under. The event runs through Oct. 11. Call 866-937-8337.

Float fly

Loveland Propbusters R/C Club is hosting the Southwest Ohio Seaplane Float Fly from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, at the Beach area at East Fork State Park, Ohio 125, Bethel. Radio remote controlled pilots from southwest Ohio fly seaplanes that take-off and land on water. Certified trainers are available to take attendees up for ride. Refreshments are available. The cost is $15, free for spectators. Registration is required for participants. Call 232-9930.

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Four years ago, Ruth Baker could barely leave her house. She suffered from lung disease, which meant she needed to be on oxygen at all times, and her two knee replacements made it difficult to get around. Her front steps were like an ocean for someone who can’t swim. After seeing an article in the newspaper, Baker decided to give People Working Cooperatively a call. “I had the chance to buy a lift from someone, but I didn’t know how I would get it here or hook it up,” Baker, of Goshen Township, said. “They took the lift down at the other place, brought it here, built the deck to hold it and set it all up.” Since PWC helped install the lift four years ago, Baker, 87, can leave the house easily and on her own. PWC also installed a new furnace in Baker’s home and helped her make her bathroom safer by installing a higher toilet seat and a bathtub that she can step into. PWC is an non-profit organization that specializes in helping elderly, disabled or low-income individuals (who typically make less than $13,000 per year) better their lives through home repairs or improvements, said Kim Sullivan, marketing and communications manager for PWC. KELLIE GEIST/STAFF “These are at-risk homeowners People Working Cooperatively moved this lift from another location and installed it at Ruth Baker’s Goshen who bought their homes when times were better ... Now there’s no way home so she could leave the house more easily. they can afford a new roof or a (handicapped) ramp,” Sullivan said. “Most Organization needs of our clients are trying to juggle medvolunteers, donations ical expenses and food.” PWC offers non-cosmetic home People Working Cooperatively, a nonimprovement services that could profit organization that helps the elderly, include everything from putting in disabled or low-income with home repairs and mobility modifications is always looking new plumbing to installing a furnace. for volunteers and donations. The group is funded through donaTo make a donation or to volunteer, visit tions, grants and government funding. www.pwchomerepairs.org or call 351-7921. One of the organization’s specific programs is called Modifications for PWC serves homeowners, and some Mobility. This program is funded to help those with mobility issues, such renters, across the Tristate and Sullivan said there is money to help people in as Baker, be more independent. “If you fix somebody’s roof, that’s Clermont County who qualify. To apply great, but you don’t see the impact. If for services, either call 351-7921 or you put a ramp up for someone, they visit www.pwchomerepairs.org. Looking back on the changes PWC want to knock you over to use it ... For some people, a six- or eight-inch step made for her home and in her life, KELLIE GEIST/STAFF might as well be a moat,” said John Baker would recommend calling the In addition to helping her relocate a lift and installing Hay, manager of the Modifications for organization. “I wasn’t embarrassed to call. I fig- a new furnace, People Working Cooperatively cut out Mobility program. “We help people take care of themselves and that ured they couldn’t do anything more the side of Ruth Baker’s bathtub so she could step in brings a certain dignity back into their than tell me, ‘no,’” Baker said. “If you and out of it. The organization also installed a chairneed help, it doesn’t hurt to ask.” height toilet seat. lives.”

White Gables owners look back on rink’s 50 years By Kellie Geist kgeist@communitypress.com

If you grew up in northern Clermont County, you probably took a lap or two around the hardwood rink at White Gables. While the Stonelick Township skating rink closed in 2003, former owners Earl and Nellie Hopkins like to think the business is something kids from around town remember. “It was just an old country rink, but it was a really fun place,” said Nellie, 85. “I guess every kid in Clermont County probably skated there at some point.” Earl and Nellie were married in Batavia in 1939 before Earl spent three years in the Air Force. The two moved to Miami Township in 1947. Nellie farmed

and Earl worked in town as an ice cream maker until they purchased White Gables in the early 1950s. The rink was at 2336 Ohio 131. The two don’t really know why they purchased the rink except that they lived nearby and Nellie liked to skate. “We just thought it was a good idea,” Earl said. The next 30 years were filled with booked weekday events and packed weekends. “There was always some church group or school group coming in on the weekdays,” Nellie said. In the 1950s, admission was 60 cents, skate rental was 25 cents and you could buy a pop or chips for 10 cents and a candy bar for 5 cents.

“For a dollar, you could skate for three hours and have a snack,” Nellie said. “Plus, there was nothing else to do around here.” The Hopkins purchased their farm house on Wade Road at a sheriff’s auction in the early 1970s and sold most of their farm land to developers a few years later. When the developers ran into continuous trouble running utilities to the property, they donated the land to Miami Township. The township turned the property into what is now Miami Meadows Park. When the ’80s and ’90s rolled around and new skating rinks started to open up around town, business started to slow. White Gables held on until the Hopkins closed the doors in 2003. “The rink was just getting too old and dilapidated.

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Earl and Nellie Hopkins, former owners of White Gables Skating Rink, live in a farm house on Wade Road in Miami Township. The two used to own the property that is now Miami Meadows Park.

We hated to close it, but it had had it’s run,” Earl said. Looking back on the 50 years they owned the rink, Earl and Nellie have a lot of fond memories. From the silver streamers hanging from the ceiling to letting kids in who couldn’t afford to pay that day, the skating rink was a happy part of their lives together. “It was part of the community,” Earl said. “When it closed, it was one of the oldest rinks in the state.”

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THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD T H U R S D A Y, S E P T . 1 7

EDUCATION

Newcomers Fellowship Class, 9:45 a.m.11:30 a.m. Thursdays through Dec. 3. Anderson Hills United Methodist Church, 7515 Forest Road. Designed to encourage women through the transition of moving to a new community. Discussion based on book “After the Boxes Are Unpacked: Moving on After Moving In.” Membership in this or any other church not required. Call for baby-sitting and book purchase. Free. 233-9556. Anderson Township.

FARMERS MARKET

Newtown Farm Market, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Newtown Farm Market, 3950 Round Bottom Road. Plants, deli department, frozen custard, gift boxes, fruit baskets, strawberries, corn and other vegetables. Presented by Village of Newtown. 561-2004. Newtown.

HISTORIC SITES

Ulysses S. Grant Birthplace, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed noon to 1 p.m. Birthplace of Ulysses S. Grant, U.S. Route 52. Tour this 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. Presented by Historic New Richmond. 800283-8932; www.ohiohistory.org. Point Pleasant.

LITERARY - LIBRARIES

Trucks, Cars and Things that go Zoom! 5:30 p.m. Williamsburg Branch Library, 594 Main St. Stories and truck crafts. Family friendly. Free. Registration required. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 724-1070; www.clermontlibrary.org. Williamsburg. F R I D A Y, S E P T . 1 8

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FESTIVALS

Old West Festival, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Student Day. Old West Festival, 1449 Greenbush Cobb Road. Relive days of Wild West in unique entertainment experience. Re-enactments, trick shooting and roping, demonstrations, rides, food and music. Rain or shine. $10, $6 ages 6-12; free ages 5 and under. Through Oct. 11. 866-937-8337. Williamsburg.

FOOD & DRINK

PUBLIC HOURS

Lake Isabella Fishing Boathouse, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Lake Isabella, 10174 Loveland-Madeira Road. Full-service boathouse with rowboat rentals. Open fishing year-round in 28-acre lake with outdoor fishing pier from dusk to dawn. $9.50 for 12-hour permit, free ages 12 and under and ages 60 and up; vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Symmes Township. Loveland Castle, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Loveland Castle, 12025 Shore Road. Small-scale, authentic castle. Picnic area. Group tours and special events available. $3. 683-4686; www.lovelandcastle.com. Symmes Township.

SPORTS

Moler Raceway Park Racing, 4:30 p.m.11:30 p.m. Moler Raceway Park, 2059 Harker Waits Road. Quarter-mile dirt oval track racing. $15, $5 ages 7-15, free ages 6 and under. 937-444-6215; www.molerracewaypark.com. Williamsburg.

BENEFITS

The Cardinal Ball, 6 p.m. Cafeteria. FelicityFranklin Elementary School, 415 Washington St. Dinner and music by a DJ. Includes raffle at 7 p.m. Reservations required. $100, $25 companion ticket. Benefits Felicity School Athletics. 876-2927. Felicity.

COOKING CLASSES

Back to School: Family Foods Cooking Class, 10 a.m. Amelia Branch Library, 58 Maple St. Margaret Jenkins with the OSU Extension Office gives a demonstration of food preparation that is delicious, healthy and safe. Family friendly. Registration required. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 752-5580. Amelia.

EXERCISE CLASSES

Zumba Fitness Class, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Clough United Methodist Church, 2010 Wolfangel Road. $5. 379-4900. Anderson Township.

FARMERS MARKET

Harmony Hill Vineyards ‘Market On The Hill,’ 2 p.m.-6 p.m. Harmony Hill Vineyards and Estate Winery, 2534 Swings Corner Point Isabel Road. Unique “All Ohio Proud” market. Local beef, lamb, vegetables, eggs, cheese, artisan breads and wine. 734-3548; www.hhwines.com/htm/farmersmarket.htm. Bethel. Newtown Farm Market, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Newtown Farm Market, 561-2004. Newtown. 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. Batavia Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Batavia Township, Main and Depot streets. Vegetables, fruits and eggs. 876-2418. Batavia.

HEALTH / WELLNESS

HISTORIC SITES

Ulysses S. Grant Birthplace, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed noon to 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.

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Summer Wine Sampling and Entertainment Series, 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Harmony Hill Vineyards and Estate Winery, 2534 Swings Corner Point Isabel Road. 50 cents per sample. 734-3548; www.hhwines.com. Bethel. Casual Wine Tasting, 4 p.m.-11 p.m. Mama Vita’s, 6405 Branch Hill Guinea Pike. Includes music. $5. 697-9705. Loveland. 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.

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FESTIVALS

Old West Festival, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Music by Kentucky Myle Acoustic Duo 1:30-3:30 p.m. and Tim Musser 4-6 p.m. Old West Festival, $10, $6 ages 6-12; free ages 5 and under. 866-937-8337. Williamsburg.

FOOD & DRINK

Summer Wine Sampling and Entertainment Series, 2 p.m.-9 p.m. Harmony Hill Vineyards and Estate Winery, 50 cents per sample. 734-3548; www.hhwines.com. Bethel.

HAPPY HOURS

Happy Hour, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Gravy, 576-6789. Loveland.

LITERARY - LIBRARIES

Swashbuckler’s Academy, 2 p.m. New Richmond Branch Library, 103 River Valley Blvd. Learn how to talk, act and think like a pirate. Includes pirate activities including how to read a treasure map, make your own eye patch and spyglass. Ages birth-3. Free. Registration required. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 553-0570; www.clermontlibrary.org. New Richmond.

PUBLIC HOURS

Greater Loveland Historical Society Museum, 1 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Greater Loveland Historical Society Museum, 201 Riverside Drive. Bonaventure House with exhibits, gift shop and library, 1797 Rich Log Cabin and 1879 Bishop-Coleman Gazebo. $3. 683-5692; www.lovelandmuseum.org. Loveland. Lake Isabella Fishing Boathouse, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Lake Isabella, $9.50 for 12-hour permit, free ages 12 and under and ages 60 and up; vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Symmes Township. Loveland Castle, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Loveland Castle, $3. 683-4686; www.lovelandcastle.com. Symmes Township.

RECREATION

Takes 2 To Tandem Bicycle Rally, 8:30 a.m. Nisbet Park, 210 Railroad Ave. Visually impaired stokers and sighted captains begin and end routes on trail near Loveland. Several distances and routes available. Sighted tandem teams and single bikes welcome. Includes picnic lunch. Benefits American Council of the Blind. $30. Registration recommended. Presented by American Council of the Blind Ohio Division. 800-835-2226; www.acbohio.org. Loveland.

PROVIDED.

Clermont County Citizens’ Law Enforcement Association is hosting the D.A.R.E. Golf Outing at noon Monday, Sept. 21, at Legendary Run Golf Course, 915 E. Legendary Run Drive, Pierce Township. Lunch begins at 11 a.m. The event includes driving range, golf cart, door prizes and dinner. Proceeds to benefit Clermont County’s Drug and Alcohol Resistance Education programs and others. The cost is $90; $25 dinner only. Registration is required. Call 225-5334 or visit www.MiamiTwpOH.gov. Last year’s D.A.R.E. golf outing raised $14,000. Pictured are Milford Police Chief Mark Machan, tournament organizer Gene Bishop, and Clermont County Sheriff A.J. “Tim” Rodenberg. S U N D A Y, S E P T . 2 0

BENEFITS

Shake the Hand that Feeds You, 3 p.m.-8 p.m. Grailville Education and Retreat Center, 932 O’Bannonville Road. Learn more about locally grown food. Dinner, wine sampling, hors d’oeuvres, photography and mixed media exhibits. Includes music by Raison D’Etre, Dan Dorff and Amanda Heisler; dance by Gloria Esenwein and Habeeba Dance of the Arts. Ages 18 and up. Benefits Grailville Education and Retreat Center. $65. Reservations required. 683-2340; www.grailville.org. Loveland.

FESTIVALS

Old West Festival, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Music by Dan Ryan 1:30-3:30 p.m. and Rumpke Mountain Boys 4-6 p.m. Old West Festival, $10, $6 ages 6-12; free ages 5 and under. 866-937-8337. Williamsburg.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Pedal, Paddle and Picnic, 4 p.m. Picnic at 6 p.m. Little Miami Scenic River and Trail Center, 211 Railroad Ave. Pedal along Little Miami River, paddle back to Loveland and party with a cookout and songs. Benefits Interfaith Hospitality Network. $55, $5 bike rental. Registration required. Presented by Loveland Bike and Skate Rental. Through Sept. 19. 293-8254; www.lovelandbiketrail.com. Loveland.

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

50th Anniversary Reception, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Union Township Civic Center, 4350 Aicholtz Road. The Eastgate Women’s Club, formerly West Clermont Jr. Women’s Club celebrates anniversary. All former members of either club invited to participate. Free. Registration recommended. Presented by Eastgate Women’s Club. 232-3686. Union Township.

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SHOPPING

September Sale, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Greenfield Plant Farm, 624-8876. Anderson Township. Mum Sale, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Loveland High School, 1 Tiger Trail, back parking lot. Mums in 9-inch pots. Benefits Granny’s Garden School programs. $6 each, four for $20. Presented by Granny’s Garden School. 3242873; www.grannysgardenschool.com. Loveland. Bazaar, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Mount Zion- St. Paul United Church of Christ, 1562 ClermontvilleLaurel Road. Includes $1 table, top-shelf raffle articles, homemade goods and children’s mystery bags. Lunch is available. 553-4432. New Richmond.

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RECREATION

Southwest Ohio Seaplane Float Fly, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. East Fork State Park, Ohio 125. Beach area. Radio remote-controlled pilots from southwest Ohio fly seaplanes that takeoff and land on water. Certified trainers available to take attendees up for ride. Refreshments available. $15, free for spectators. Registration required for participants. Presented by Loveland Propbusters R/C Club. 232-9930. Bethel. M O N D A Y, S E P T . 2 1

LITERARY - BOOK CLUBS

Bookends Book Club, 1 p.m. “Nobody’s Fool” by Richard Russo. New Richmond Branch Library, 103 River Valley Blvd. Book discussion group. Adults. Free. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 553-0570; www.clermontlibrary.org. New Richmond. Bethel Book Discussion Group, 1 p.m. “One Thousand White Women: The Journals of May Dodd” by Jim Fergus. Bethel Branch Library, 611 W. Plane St. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 734-2619. Bethel.

Spinebenders Book Club, 5:30 p.m. “Lone Survivor” by Marcus Luttrell. New Richmond Branch Library, 103 River Valley Blvd. Adults. Free. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 553-0570. New Richmond.

LITERARY - STORY TIMES

Drop-In Toddler Time Story Time, 11 a.m. Union Township Branch Library, 528-1744. Union Township. Story Time, 11 a.m. Amelia Branch Library, 58 Maple St. Stories, songs, and crafts. All ages. Registration required. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 752-5580; www.clermontlibrary.org. Amelia.

MUSIC - BLUEGRASS

Bluegrass Jam Session, 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Gravy, 1513 Ohio 28. With Hard-Drive. Others welcome to play. Free. Reservations recommended. 576-6789. Loveland.

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Anime Club, 3 p.m. Bethel Branch Library, 611 W. Plane St. Watch new and classic anime; recommend library to buy or not. Ages-1318. Free. Registration required. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 734-2619. Bethel.

EXERCISE CLASSES

Zumba Fitness, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. St. Thomas More School, 788 Ohio Pike. Hieder Hall. With Susan Scardina-Hardoerfer. $25 for five classes, $6 one class. 379-4900. Withamsville.

FARMERS MARKET

Newtown Farm Market, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Newtown Farm Market, 5612004. Newtown. Wilfert Farms, 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Wilfert Farms, 797-8344. Mount Holly. Farmer’s Market, 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Municipal Parking Lot, 6876 Main Street, Presented by Village of Newtown. 561-7697. Village of Newtown.

LITERARY - STORY TIMES

Drop-In Story Time, 11 a.m. Williamsburg Branch Library, 594 Main St. Stories, games, songs and crafts. All ages. Free. 724-1070. Williamsburg.

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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.

RECREATION

PROVIDED

Oktoberfest Zinzinnati USA brings beer, pretzels and all things German downtown, Saturday, Sept. 19, and Sunday, Sept. 20, on Fifth Street, from Race Street to Broadway. Hours are 11 a.m. to midnight Saturday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday. The World’s Largest Chicken Dance will be at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, at Fountain Square. Visit www.oktoberfestzinzinnati.com.

D.A.R.E. Golf Outing, noon Lunch begins at 11 a.m. Legendary Run Golf Course, 915 E. Legendary Run Drive. Includes driving range, golf cart, door prizes and dinner. Benefits Clermont County’s Drug and Alcohol Resistance Education programs and others. $90; $25 dinner only. Registration required. Presented by Clermont County Citizens’ Law Enforcement Association. 225-5334; www.MiamiTwpOH.gov. Pierce Township.

PROVIDED

“Disney on Ice presents 100 Years of Magic” comes to the U.S. Bank Arena, Wednesday, Sept. 23, through Sunday, Sept. 27. It is a celebration of 65 of Disney’s characters. Times are: 7:30 p.m. through Saturday; 11:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Visit www.usbankarena.com.

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September 16, 2009

Relish your fresh peppers this season

My husband Frank and I went to an Amish country produce auction in Bainbridge, Ohio, near The Seven Caves, at the invitation of friends Bert and B o b Rita Villing. Heikenfeld It was something Rita’s kitchen to see. As we approached the auction shelter, we saw horse-drawn wagons with huge amounts of pumpkins, melons and produce enter the graveled area. I understood that folks could bid on the whole wagonload. Inside the shelter you could walk around and check out the produce in smaller units, like a bushel of squash, three pecks of cucumbers, even up to 100 or so pumpkins and gourds. The little Amish boys were so cute – running around barefoot with suspendered overalls and hats. Bert and I bought some

beautiful red and green peppers. I couldn’t wait to get home to make Bert’s red pepper relish. I also made stuffed peppers for supper, with rice, lamb, tomato sauce and seasonings.

Bert’s red pepper relish

No real recipe, but here are Bert’s guidelines slightly adapted by me. Makes 7 to 8 half pints. Measure ingredients after dicing. 6 cups of finely diced red bell peppers (or green, yellow, etc.) 11⁄2 cups finely diced onions Boiling water 1 ⁄2 cup diced jalapeños (opt.) Grind up peppers and onions in food processor, blender or just chop fine. Put in bowl and pour boiling water to cover. Let sit five minutes, then drain. Make brine.

Bring to boil:

2 cups vinegar (I used cider, but clear is OK) 1 cup sugar (more to

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Rita’s rendition of Bert’s pepper relish. taste) 11⁄2 teaspoons each: mustard seeds, celery seeds and dry mustard Put drained pepper mixture into brine and cook for five minutes. Pour into hot jars, clean rims and seal. Process in boiling water bath five minutes. You can also just cook this up, cool, put in freezer containers and freeze.

Marge Miller’s apple dumplings

Marge is known as the apple dumpling lady in Clermont County and at my church, Holy Trinity in Batavia. I love her dumplings with the wonderful cinnamon flavor. They are

always the first thing to go at any of our events. This is for Nancy, who began cooking at age 11. “My mother was a wonderful cook and my best friend. She passed away last year,” she wrote. Nancy wanted to re-create her Mom’s dumpling recipe which used brown sugar and cinnamon. Nancy said her Mom’s sauce was a thin vanilla sauce using cinnamon. I’ve adapted this only slightly.

of the sugar/cinnamon mixture. Dot the top of the sugar with 1⁄2 tsp. butter. Bring one corner of the pastry up over the top of the apple. Take the opposite corner and overlap it over the first one. Moisten to seal these two together. Repeat with the last two corners of the pastry. Moisten to seal the last two corners together. Place the 8 dumplings in a sprayed baking dish.

1 double pie crust 8 Golden Delicious apples, peeled and cored (I’ve used whatever apples I had on hand) 4 teaspoons butter Mix the following and set aside: 1 cup granulated or brown sugar 1 generous tablespoon cinnamon

Combine the following syrup ingredients and cook for three minutes. If you can’t find cinnamon hearts, use a teaspoon of cinnamon and a drop or two of red food coloring if you want.

Divide the prepared pie crust into eight equal pieces. Roll out each piece into the shape of a square about 6 to 8 inches. To test the size, place an apple in the center of it and see if you can bring the 4 corners up to meet at the top. Place 1 peeled and cored apple in the center of one of the squares of rolled pie crust. Fill the cavity with some

Cinnamon sauce:

11⁄2 cups sugar 11⁄2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 cups water 3 tablespoons lemon juice 7-8 cinnamon decorations (little cinnamon Valentine hearts) or more to taste 1 teaspoon vanilla (Rita’s addition) Pour the syrup over the dumplings in the baking dish. If you want, baste as they bake. Bake at 375 degrees for 50 to 60 minutes until well browned and a fork pressed into the apple tests soft.

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Additional recipes for slaw stuffed peppers, pepper relish, pepper hash and vanilla sauce are in Rita’s online column at www.communitypress.com. Or call 513-591-6163 and leave your name and address.

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Rewashing prewashed bagged greens: According to “Cook’s Illustrated,” additional washing of ready-toeat bagged salad greens is not likely to enhance safety. Rita Nader Heikenfeld is Macy’s certified culinary professional and family herbalist, an educator and author. E-mail her at columns@communitypress.com with “Rita’s kitchen” in the subject line. Or call 513-2487130, ext. 356. Visit Rita at www.Abouteating.com.

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art, antique and collectibles auction and dinner to raise money for the different things they George do for the Rooks Meals on Ole Wheels and servicFisherman other es. Ruth Ann made her blackberry jam cake for the auction. This is an exciting time for the auction. The whole audience will get involved with this auction. This is a wonderful evening, we get to see folks we don’t get to see any other time. The silent auction is an exciting event too with folks raising each others bid on the items. Now I’ll back up to Labor Day. Our family and our son-in-law’s folks were together for a cookout at Debby and Bob’s house. This is always a special time for Ruth Ann and me. The fellowship was great and the food that Bob fixed on the grill, and of course the gals fixed the rest was wonderful. Any time we get together with our family this is special. We celebrated Debby and Bob’s anniversary, Ralph and Pauline’s anniversary and Jennifer’s birthday. What a great time. Start your 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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Howdy folks, It seems the fall is getting closer. As I write this the fog is making it hard to see very far. Last Saturday morning Ruth Ann and I went fishing and caught several nice fish. While we were fishing we saw an eagle fly down to get a shad laying on the water. We were close to the fish so the eagle flew off and landed in a tree, I moved the boat a little ways back. When we did this the eagle flew down and picked the fish up and flew off to eat it. There were two fellows fishing in the same bay and I said, “Did you see the eagle” and they said “yes.” There is the osprey on the lake and they are in the eagle family. When the eagle swoops down to get a fish they pick it off the surface of the water. When the Osprey swoops down to get a fish they dive into the water, then come up and fly to a tree to eat the fish. Both birds are a joy to see and watch feed. Last Monday we set out another strawberry bed. The raised bed where we got the plants was so thick they couldn’t produce good. This will make us three different beds of strawberries. The berries need lots of care, but they are worth it. This year we got strawberries from the A & M Orchard off Ohio 68 between Fayetteville and Westboro. They sure had wonderful berries. We got some apples called Blaze a few weeks ago and Ruth Ann made an apple crisp. Then for the Grange meeting last Friday evening she made a blackberryapple crisp. Everyone sure enjoyed this desert and there wasn’t much to bring home so we finished the rest off the next morning. This gal of mine can sure cook, just like your gal. This Thursday evening, Sept. 10, the 50-plus couples from the Bethel United Methodist Church went to the Lake Manor Restaurant, near the Grant Lake, for our evening meal. Now on Friday evening, Sept. 11, the Clermont Senior Services had their

September 16, 2009

Community Journal

September 16, 2009

Community

A group of singer/songwriters kept the music flowing while they took turns performing acoustically.

Kathy Ponder, left, Courtney Ponder and Kylee McMullen, all of Eastgate, take a stroll through the Taste of Clermont Saturday, Sept. 12.

Three-year-old Ty Spitzmiller of New Richmond sports his new fireman’s hat at the Taste of Clermont. The Batavia Village Association hosted the sixth annual Taste of Clermont Friday, Sept. 11, Saturday, Sept. 12, and Sunday, Sept. 13.

In addition to food booths, individual sellers and artists also set up shop at the Taste of Clermont. One of those shops was Scentsy seller Amy Harvey. From left are Betty, Nick and Faye Obermeyer of Amelia and Harvey.

Move is good for Taste of Clermont

Isabella Huneck of Milford enjoys a pony ride at the Taste of Clermont. From left are Pierre Sheehy, Huneck and Vivian Banchy.

Angela Nix, of Face Painting by Devann’s Way, paints a full-face design onto Leah Sparks of Withamsville.

KELLIE GEIST/STAFF This was the first year the Taste of Clermont was held in the parking lot at Eastgate Mall and event-goers seemed to like open space and new set-up.

Former congressman Rob Portman, part of Team Rob Portman, starts the 100k Sunflower Revolution Ride Sunday, Sept. 13. This was the second year the event was held in Milford.

Sunflower a hit in Milford By Kellie Geist kgeist@communitypress.com

Vendors, performers and visitors flooded Historic Downtown Milford for the first ever Sunflower Streetfest Saturday, Sept. 12. Event-goers could check out booths from people selling everything from hamburgers to concrete garden decor or take a few minutes to be entertained by buskers. “It was a nice, steady crowd all day. It was a good first year,” said Chris Hamm, president of the Historic Milford Association, the organization that sponsored the event. “We tied the festival into the Sunflower Revolution Ride, but I think there were still a lot of people who didn’t know what the festival was ... Next year, it will be

bigger and better.” Following the streetfest, 942 bicycle riders gathered in the city for the Sunflower Revolution Ride, a bicycle ride to benefit and raise awareness for Parkinson’s Disease sponsored by the Davis Phinney Foundation, the University Hospital Foundation and the University of Cincinnati Neuroscience Institute. Mike Abney, the business manager for the Gardner Center for Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders at the University of Cincinnati Neuroscience Institute, said he appreciated the help and corporation from the city of Milford and the Historic Milford Association. “It was a great event all weekend,” Abney said. “We really appreciated it.”

Aubrey Davis of Milford was amazed by a leaf-cast fountain one of the vendors was selling at the event.

Bob Carroll of West Chester and Tamara More of Indian Hill get ready for the 100k Sunflower Revolution Ride.

KELLIE GEIST/STAFF Cathy Gatch, of Milford Pottery, shows a group of kids how to make clay pots.

The Historic Milford Association combined the Sunflower Streetfest with Buskerfest this year to help both events thrive. Comedy Magician Paul Presto was a big hit, especially with the kids.

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Child endangering, drug paraphernalia, drug abuse

Charges pending, awaiting tests at 23 Lori Lane, Aug. 17.

Criminal mischief

Lettering changed on sign at 3390 Huntsman Trace, Aug. 20.

Domestic violence

At E. Main St., Aug. 20.

Theft

Two bikes taken; $344 at 8 Drake Drive, Aug. 17. Copper pipe, etc. taken from Ken Neyer Plumbing; $4,564 at 5 E. Main St., Aug. 18. Clothing taken; $200 at 17 Drake Drive, Aug. 24. Lawn mower taken; $1,200 at 142 E. Main St., Aug. 24.

Criminal trespass

Trespassing on property of Hamlet Laundry at Ohio Pike, Aug. 20.

Domestic violence

At St. Andrews Drive, Aug. 18. At Culver Court, Aug. 18.

Inducing panic

Male reported this offense at 330 St. Andrews Drive No. A, Aug. 22.

Theft

Deposit money taken from Kentucky Fried Chicken; $218 at Ohio Pike, Aug. 17. Exercise equipment taken; $520 at 380 St. Andrews Drive, Aug. 18. Merchandise taken from Walmart; $12 at 1815 Ohio Pike, Aug. 19. Computer taken from Walmart; $323 at 1815 Ohio Pike, Aug. 13. Merchandise taken from Walmart; $76 at 1815 Ohio Pike, Aug. 21. Merchandise taken from Walmart; $34 at 1815 Ohio Pike, Aug. 22.

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Shawn D. Heindel, 38, 261 Seton Court, open container, Aug. 14. Chad W. Mentzel, 37, 1091 Flick Lane, open container, Aug. 14. Barry Kendle, 45, homeless, disorderly conduct while intoxicated, Aug. 17. Cierra Burgan, 23, 766 Kilgore, warrant, Aug. 18. Joshua A. Wilson, 18, 3623 Burnham Woods, driving under influence, Aug. 22. Raymond E. Hodge, 50, 3523 Neals Circle, operating vehicle under influence, drug possession, Aug. 22.

Incidents/investigations Theft

Stereo equipment taken from vehicle at Ohio Interlock at West Main Street, Aug. 12. No pay for services at Klermont 4 Kids Dental; $65 at Main Street, Aug. 12.

Unlawful sexual conduct with minor, disseminating harmful material

Male reported this offense at Spring Street, Aug. 19.

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Incidents/investigations Disturbance

At 206 Main St., Aug. 22.

Theft

Medication taken at 224 George St., Aug. 17.

PIERCE TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations

Andrew W. Charles, 24, 1761 Culver Court No. 7, domestic violence, aggravated menacing, Aug. 18. Christopher Akers, 27, 1761 Culver Court No. 7, domestic violence, Aug. 18. Brian S. Gregory, 38, 5682 Dry Run, recited, Aug. 12. Tracy A. Fields, 44, 1712 Petri Drive, theft, Aug. 19. Juvenile, 14, drug possession, paraphernalia, Aug. 19. Tracy A. Fields, 44, 1712 Petri Drive, criminal trespass, Aug. 20. Garrett L. Abercrombie, 27, 2301 Salvador, assault, Aug. 21. Michelle Grandstaff, 26, 468 Ohio 222, theft, Aug. 21. Amanda Windser, 29, 2691 Ohio 756, theft, Aug. 21. Robert Stankorb, 18, 237 W. Main, theft, Aug. 22. Juvenile, 14, theft, Aug. 22. Roy J. Sollberger, 37, 3290 Merwin Ten Mile Road, inducing panic, Aug. 23. Timothy W. Mccormick, 27, 1296 Whiteoak, sale of alcohol to underage, Aug. 22.

Incidents/investigations Burglary

Jewelry taken; $27,645 at 3434 Rivendell, Aug. 19.

Criminal damage

Tire cut on vehicle at 3375 Smith Road, Aug. 19.

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UNION TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations

Jessica M. Crawford, no age given, 3889 Bennett, warrant service, Aug. 19. Carole C. Stahl, 20, 505 Ohio 74 No. 8, drug abuse, Aug. 19. Daniel M. Adcock, 18, 722 Miles Lane, drug possession, Aug. 19. Joshua B. Hillard, 31, 844 Youngs Lane, assault, Aug. 19. William A. Craft, 23, 848 Youngs Lane, warrant service, Aug. 19. Gaura K. Patel, 24, 1150 King Louis Court, criminal damage, Aug. 19. Shane A. Caldwell, 21, 4479 Spruce Creek, warrant service, Aug. 20. Anthony J. Young, 31, 3899 Dieckman, warrant service, Aug. 20. Lucas B. Games, 27, 4320 Courtesy Lane, warrant service, Aug. 20.

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the water is unusual,” Reeves said. Planes participating in the event can range from small planes to planes with up to a six foot wing span. He said 44 pilots participated in the event last year, with a lot of people showing up to just watch. The Loveland Propbusters club originated in the 1960s when members flew their planes from a site in Loveland. But for the past 15 years, the club has been flying their planes at a field near the spillway at East Fork Lake State Park. Reeves said there are about 70 members in the club, mostly from Clermont County and eastern Hamilton County. The Sept. 20 event will begin at 8:30 a.m. and last to about 5 p.m. For more information about the event or the club see www.lovelandpropbusters.org.

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operating vehicle under influence, Aug. 23. Courtney C. Dixon, 23, no drivers license, Aug. 22. Brooke A. Barela, 33, 857 Staghorn, operating vehicle under influence, Aug. 23. Juvenile, 15, theft, Aug. 23. Julian A. Mason, 41, 539 Virginia Lane, leaving the scene, driving under suspension, Aug. 24. Ryan Sicurella, 28, 1112 Forest Run, driving under suspension, Aug. 24. Daniel Kilgore Jr., 27, 1068 Clough, driving under suspension, Aug. 20. Mary Maloney, 28, 8663 Rocky Trail, operating vehicle under influence, Aug. 22. Daniel Hernandez, 24, 507 Piccadilly, no drivers license, Aug. 23. Tamie A. Blankenship, 22, 1403 Queens Drive, persistent disorderly conduct, Aug. 23. Logan W. Robinatte, no age given, 640 Daniel, operating vehicle under influence, drug paraphernalia, Aug. 22. Adriana G. Flores, 29, 1020 Southern Trace, no drivers license, Aug. 20. Michael L. Reid, 22, 4261 Ferguson, no drivers license, Aug. 21. Leah M. Thompson, 31, 478 Piccadilly, warrant service, Aug. 22. Stanton J. Finch, no age given, 4658 Northridge, underage consumption, Aug. 22. Betty J. Boyd, 62, 1682 Beechshire, disorderly conduct, Aug. 20. Kevin Webster, 41, 475 Piccadilly, persistent disorderly conduct, Aug. 21. Rodney Rohrig, no age given, 1283 Ohio 134, criminal trespass, criminal damage, Aug. 20. Alexander Frazier, 20, 1410 Breckenridge, criminal trespass, Aug. 20. Cameron Farmer, 20, 1448 Calgery Drive, criminal trespass, Aug. 20. Nicholas Fierig, 23, 464 Odin Drive, criminal trespass, Aug. 20. Christopher Waters, 24, 473 Auxier, criminal trespass, Aug. 20.

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Mailbox/post placed in another yard at 3418 Rivendell, Aug. 21.

John C. Mersman, 49, 3847 Fulton Grove, violation of protection order, Aug. 20. Mark Hopkins, 37, homeless, warrant service, Aug. 20. Lisa M. Ormes, 24, 634 Charwood, failure to confine dog, Aug. 19. Charles E. Bealer II, 35, 3 Lori Lane, operating vehicle under influence, driving under suspension, Aug. 21. Carrie A. Woidtke, 32, 4163 S. Tensen Loop, driving under suspension, Aug. 21. Robert A. Balon, no age given, 1299 Brooke Ave., obstructing official business, Aug. 19. James K. Myers, 20, 4147 Mt. Carmel Tobasco, drug possession, underage consumption intoxicated in roadway, Aug. 19. Kevin M. Rack, no age given, 208 Mcclellan, no drivers license, Aug. 19. Holly A. Perry, no age given, 4007 Hamblen, warrant service, Aug. 19. Nicholas A. Shoemaker, 21, 4503 Schoolhouse, driving under suspension, Aug. 19. Robyn M. Cooper, 19, 4263 Ferguson, drug possession, Aug. 18. Tiffany R. Cox, 20, 4266 Milaine, driving under suspension, Aug. 18. Ronnie V. Phillips, 25, 4700 Beechwood, recited, Aug. 19. Jerry Lee, 43, 2280 Rolling Acres, warrant service, Aug. 23. Joey M. Benroth, 22, 9055 Cherry Blossom, warrant service, Aug. 23. Lisa M. Vonluehrte, 25, 4140 Mt. Carmel Tobasco, recited, Aug. 22. Jessica L. Flores, 21, disorderly conduct, Aug. 22. Robert J. Gerding, 26, 484 Old Ohio 74, warrant service, Aug. 23. Evan Reeves, 18, 4704 Blue Jacket, drug possession, Aug. 24. Christopher Fairchild, 18, 4630 Blackberry, drug possession, Aug. 24. Robert Bond, 18, 4344 Gleneste Withamsville, drug possession, Aug. 24. Andrew Brenner, 57, 4446 Eastwood, no drivers license, Aug. 24. Ronak N. Shah, 21, 14 Arbors Circle,

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From B7 Laura L. Matthews, 21, 3881 Old Savannah, criminal trespass, Aug. 20. Thomas C. Berning, 55, 550 Anchor Drive, warrant, Aug. 22. Sandra Titcomb, 45, 550 Anchor Drive, obstructing official business, Aug. 22. Jillian Truesdell, 21, 487 Lemaster, warrant service, Aug. 22. Terry W. Metcalf, 46, 419 Central Ave., warrant service, Aug. 22. Shawn P. Drew, 29, 746 Rue Center, warrant service, Aug. 21. Thomas Baker Jr., 26, 744 Stuart Lane, warrant, Aug. 21.

Incidents/investigations Abduction

Female stated she was forced into vehicle at De Ja Vu at Old Ohio 74, Aug. 20.

Assault

Female was assaulted at Golden Corral at Gleneste Withamsville Road, Aug. 21.

Criminal damage

Vehicle damaged at Dick’s Sporting Goods at Eastgate Blvd., Aug. 18.

September 16, 2009 Rock thrown through window of W.T. Nickel Co. at Cincinnati Batavia Pike, Aug. 19. Graffiti written on vehicle at Best Buy at Eastgate Blvd., Aug. 24.

Criminal mischief

Shaving cream put on vehicle at 4704 Beechwood, Aug. 19. Flour was thrown onto vehicle at 4629 Laurel View, Aug. 21.

Criminal trespass

Trespassing on property of Meijer at Eastgate Blvd., Aug. 24.

Domestic dispute

At Muirridge Court, Aug. 22. At Linda Sue Drive, Aug. 23.

Theft

Cartons of cigarettes taken from Marathon; $100 at Ohio Pike, Aug. 17. Male stated ID used with no authorization at 4656 Beechwood, Aug. 18. Vacuum cleaner taken from Sears; $399 at Eastgate Blvd., Aug. 19. Gasoline not paid for at Speedway; $22.86 at Old Ohio 74, Aug. 19. Cellphone taken at Fashion Bug at Eastgate Blvd., July 25. DVD player taken from vehicle at 4601 Eastgate Blvd., Aug. 19.

Police reports Change, etc. taken from vehicle at Meijer at Eastgate Blvd., Aug. 19. iPods, GPS unit, etc. taken from vehicle; over $500 at 4015 Brandychase, Aug. 17. Shoes taken from Kohl’s; $65 at Eastgate Blvd., Aug. 19. Purse taken from shopping cart at TJ Maxx at Ohio Pike, Aug. 23. Medication signed for with no authorization at CVS at Old Ohio 74, Aug. 20. Merchandise taken from Meijer; $50 at Eastgate Blvd., Aug. 21. 2002 Jeep taken from LA Auto Sales at Mt. Carmel Tobasco Road, Aug. 22. Shirts taken from Sears; $50 at Eastgate Blvd., Aug. 24. Clothing taken from Bigg’s; $118 at Eastgate Blvd., Aug. 24. Jewelry taken from Sears; $476 at Eastgate Blvd., Aug. 24. Female stated credit card used with no authorization at 1202 Cedar Run, Aug. 24. Two rifles taken at 1087 Old Ohio 74, Aug. 21. Merchandise taken from Meijer at Eastgate Blvd., Aug. 21. Wallet taken at White Castle at

Williams Drive, Aug. 21. Clothing taken from Sears; $189 at Eastgate Blvd., Aug. 21. DVDs, GPS unit, etc. taken from vehicle; $505 at 1032 Vixen Drive, Aug. 22. Medication taken from vehicle at Kohl’s at Eastgate Blvd., Aug. 17. Camera and perfume taken from vehicle at 3884 Crescent, Aug. 22. Solar lights taken at 1279 McGuffey Lane, Aug. 21.

Vandalism

Paint sprayed on building at 464 Old Ohio 74, Aug. 17.

Violation of protection order

Female reported this offense at 836 Staghorn, Aug. 24.

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Arrests/citations

Juvenile, 16, domestic violence, Aug. 17. Lorenzo Harris, 47, 444 Gay St., warrant, Aug. 18.

Incidents/investigations Criminal mischief

Window spray painted on vehicle at 174 N. 8th St., Aug. 15.

Domestic violence

At East Main Street, Aug. 17.

Tampering with coin machines

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Theft

Items taken from inside press box at Football field at Spring Street, Aug. 12.

Copper wire taken at 4242 All Star Drive, Aug. 16.

CLERMONT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Incidents/investigations Assault

Male was assaulted at 270 Yelton Lane, Amelia, Aug. 21. Male was assaulted at 2191 Ohio Pike No. 114, Amelia, Aug. 24. Corrections officer was assaulted at Clermont County Jail at 4700 E. Filager, Batavia, Aug. 25. Female was assaulted at 5313 Benton Road, Batavia, Aug. 25. Male was assaulted at 4927 Burdsall, Williamsburg, Aug. 25.

Breaking and entering

Unlisted property damaged at Herold Road at Ohio 32, Batavia, Aug. 22. Property damaged at dead end of Zagar Road, Batavia, Aug. 22. Items thrown into pool at 5073 Ohio 222, Batavia, Aug. 18. Unlisted property damaged at 4070 Greenbriar, Batavia, Aug. 18. Fence damaged at 3960 Summit Road, Batavia, Aug. 14. Property damaged at 1295 Wilson Dunham, New Richmond, Aug. 22.

Criminal trespass

Trespassing on property at 3128 Ohio 132, Amelia, Aug. 24. Trespassing on property at 700 University Lane, Batavia, Aug. 20.

Domestic dispute

At Lindale Mt. Holly, Amelia, Aug. 20.

Domestic violence

Drive-thru window broken at Pill Box Pharmacy at Ohio Pike, Amelia, Aug. 25. Unlisted items taken at 3574 Todds Run Foster, Williamsburg, Aug. 20.

At Otter Creek, Amelia, Aug. 11. At Chapel Road, Amelia, Aug. 24. At Ohio Pike, Amelia, July 31. At Sunny Meadow, Batavia, Aug. 22. At Laurel Lindale, New Richmond, Aug. 25.

Forced entry made at 200 University Lane No. 101, Batavia, Aug. 18.

K-9 alert during traffic stop at 5 E. Main St., Amelia, Aug. 25.

Burglary

Criminal damage

Attempt made to enter residence at 2061 Ohio Pike, Amelia, Aug. 5. Unlisted property damaged at 3906 Wolf Creek, Amelia, Aug. 24. Mailboxes damaged at Chapel Woods Subdivision at Chapel Woods, Batavia, Aug. 23.

Drug possession Fraud

Male stated ID used with no authorization at Hospital Drive, Batavia, Aug. 25.

Menacing

Male was threatened at 2535 U.S. 50, Batavia, Aug. 24.

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Ruth Moss celebrated her 90th birthday on September 8th with close friends and family. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio to John and Rosetta Anderson and had six siblings; Bill, John, Rose, Phyllis, Josephine, and Mary. Ruth was raised as a child on Paradrome Street near the Mt Adams Incline which was a primary mode of transportation in Mt. Adams, at that time. Following the early death of her parents she was raised by her maternal grandmother along with other brothers, sisters, and cousins. Ruth was the wife for 60 years of the late Bill Moss who passed in December 1999. Bill and Ruth raised 5 children; Lois, Bill, Linda, Sherry, and Vernon and have been blessed with 28 grandchildren and great grandchildren. Among many other interests, Ruth was a Sunday school teacher at the Bethel United Methodist Church for 20+ years, where she still attends on most Sundays. In her earlier years Ruth attended Business School and worked in a real estate title company and later at the Sears and Roebuck catalog store in Cherry Grove, Ohio. Ruth attributes her good health and long life to her deep spiritual faith and the loving care of her devoted family.

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DEATHS Margaret F. Cummings

Margaret F. Cummings, 85, of Kalispell, Mont., and formerly of Clermont County died Aug. 25. Survived by children, Jim (Kathy) Cummings, John Cummings and Cynthia Homan; nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; and sister, Dorothy Smith. Preceded in death by husband, John Cummings. Services were Sept. 11 at St. Louis Church, Owensville. Memorials to: St. Louis Church, P.O. Box 85, Owensville, OH 45160.

daughter, Tina Marie Cox; brothers, Frank Foster, Kenneth Foster, Jesse Foster and Rick Foster; sisters, Katie Carter, Betty Salmon, Mary Radford and Sue Hood; grandchildren, Josh Ubel, Brandon Hentz, Barbara Hentz, Tyler Parker, Alex Robbers, Nicholas Reardon and Rochelle Reardon; and four greatgrandchildren, Trevor, Shelby, Lindsey and Eva. Preceded in death by daughter, Melissa Ann Hentz. Services were Sept. 4 at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, Amelia.

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Anna R. Hentz, 65, of Mount Orab and formerly of Amelia died Sept. 2. Survived by husband, Paul A. Hentz; son, Paul Anthony Hentz;

Richard Benjamin Hess, 83, of Milford died Sept. 2. Survived by wife, Norma Lee (nee Perkins) Hess; children, Richard (Jenanne) Hess of New Richmond, Susan (Jim) Murphy of Blue Ash and

Trinity Lutheran Seminary in Columbus, Ohio, and was recently ordained by Bishop Freiheit of the CentralSouthern Illinois Synod of the ELCA. He has a strong passion for servant ministry and

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David (Deanna) Hess of Bethel; grandchildren, Jessica Feliwoka, Jay Hess, Brian and Lisa Murphy, and Tristan and Tyler Hess. Services were Sept. 9 at Graceland Memorial Gardens. Memorials to: American Legion Post 450, 450 Victor Stier Drive, Milford, OH 45150.

Judith Ann Justice

Judith Ann Justice, of Eastgate died Sept. 5. Survived by husband, William; sons, Philip, Andrew and Matthew; daughter, Anne; and sister Toni (Don) Marquardt. Preceded in death by parents, Charles and Grace Weisgerber. Services were Sept. 10 at St. Veronica Church. Memorials to: Hospice of Southwest Ohio 7625

Camargo Road, Suite 200, Cincinnati, OH 45243; or Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute, 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 45195.

Arthur R. Young

Arthur R. Young, 72, formerly of Amelia and Withamsville died Sept. 9. Survived by wife, Carole R. (nee Puckett) Young; sons, Mark Young and Douglas (Janice) Young; daughters, Victoria (Bruce) Wenstrup, Linda Young and Julie (Ron) Jordan; step-children, Patricia Ann (Alan) Wagner and Joel (Sarah) Winders; brother, Ronald Young; sister, Marydith Doyle; and 12 grandchildren. Services are at 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27, at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, Amelia. Memorials to: American Heart Association, 2936 Vernon Place, Cincinnati, OH 45219.

Church welcomes new pastor Friendship Lutheran Church of Amelia, located at 1300 White Oak Road, recently announced the celebration of the installation of their new pastor, the Rev. Ron Mathews. Mathews comes from

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social outreach. The church is celebrating this event at 10 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, with a worship service followed by an open house to meet Mathews. Nursery care is available during this time. The church

services are at 10 a.m. every Sunday. Mathews All are welcome to visit Friendship Lutheran Church.

Athenaeum of Ohio

The Lay Pastoral Ministry Program is hosting a day-long workshop, Appreciative Inquiry and Pastoral Planning. “Celebrate What’s Right in Your Parish: Appreciative Inquiry and Effective Pastoral Planning” will be offered from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, at the athenaeum. The cost is $45 and includes a breakfast and lunch. Visit www.athenaeum.edu or call 231-1200 for registration form. The address is 6616 Beechmont Ave., Mount Washington; 2312223.

Clough United Methodist

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 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday evenings. Classes begin Wednesday, Sept. 23. For more information, contact Lindey Kunz at 484-9314 or visit www.daveramsey.com/fpu/home. The church is at 2010 Wolfangle Road, Anderson Township; 2314301.

Community Church of Nazarene

The church will host Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Chapter Ohio 2099 Batavia. Meetings are from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. each Thursday.

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

Eastgate Community Church

The church is hosting their annual church picnic from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27, at Veteran’s Memorial Park, Union Township Glen Este, Withamsville and Clough Pike. It is open to the public. The event includes games, prizes, food and music. The church is at 4440 Ohio 132, Batavia; 943-3926.

Glen Este Church of Christ

The church is hosting an Antique and Classic Car Cruise-in from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26. They will serve a free lunch, give out door prizes and there will be a DJ playing 1950s and 1960s music. Rain or shine. Call 753-8223. The church will be celebrating its 25th Anniversary Oct. 9, 10 and 11. Bruce Ross will speak at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9. Eric Barton will speak at breakfast at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10. Bill Stauter will speak at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10. At the regular morning services Sunday, Oct. 11, Joe Kearns will speak at 8:30 a.m. and Chris Bushnell will speak at 10:30 a.m. The celebration will conclude with the annual church picnic at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, at Harsha Lake, East Fork State Park. The church is at 937 CincinnatiBatavia Pike, Glen Este; 7538223.

DIRECTORY Jenny Eilermann

ASSEMBLIES OF GOD 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

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

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St. Bernadette Church

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1479 Locust Lake Rd Amelia, Oh 45102 753-5566 Rev. Bill Stockelman, Pastor Weekly Masses, Saturday 5:00 PM Sunday 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM

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

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CORNERSTONE BAPTIST CHURCH

513-732-1971

Pastor: Tom Bevers www.Cornerstone.ohbaptist.org

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MT REPOSE 6088 Branch Hill-Guinea Pike Ken Slaughter, Pastor Sunday School 9:45am - Worship 11am (nursery provided) Sunday Evening Service 6pm-Youth 6pm 513-575-1121 www.mtrepose.org

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

BAPTIST BATAVIA BAPTIST TEMPLE

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

Reaching the Heart of Clermont County

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

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF FELICITY

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

1300 White Oak Road Amelia, Ohio 513-752-5265

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

CLOUGH PIKE BAPTIST CHURCH 1025 CLOUGH PIKE

CHURCH OF GOD HOUSE OF RESTORATION WORSHIP CENTER 1487 SR 131, Milford, OH Rev. Jeff Wolf 575-2011

Schedule of Services: Sunday School 9:00-9:45am; Sunday Morrning Celebration 10:00am - Nursery provided; Childrens Ministry 10:00; Sunday Evening Operation Great Commission 6:00pm; Wed - Bible Study 7:00pm; Wed. - Youth Group 7:00pm.

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EPISCOPAL ST. THOMAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH & ST. THOMAS NURSERY SCHOOL

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

THE CHURCH OF THE GOOD SAMARITAN 25 Amelia Olive Branch Rd.

Sunday 10:30am ... Holy Eucharist Handicap Accessible 513-753-4115 www.GoodSamaritanEpiscopal.org Ask us for information about Angel Food Ministries

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EVANGELICAL FREE 5910 Price Road, Milford 831-3770 www.faithchurch.net

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

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Lutheran Church (ELCA)

Growing our Faith, Family & Friends Sunday Worship 10:00AM (Child Care Available) Sunday School (Ages 3-12) 9:30AM

PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA)

SOUTHERN BAPTIST

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

513.768.8614

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Amelia United Methodist Church

2010 Wolfangel Rd., Anderson Twp. 513-231-4301 Sunday Worship: 10:30am with Childrens Church & Nursery PASTOR JONATHAN KOLLMANN

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EMMANUEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School 9:00am Worship 10:30am Children’s Worship and Childcare 10:30am Corner of Old SR 74 and Amelia-Olive Branch Rd 732-1400 http://www.emmanuel-umc.com

6635 Loveland-Miamiville Rd. (across from Oasis Golf Course) Ph. 513-677-9866 www.epiphanyumc.org Contemporary Services: Saturdays 5pm & Sundays 9:00am Traditional Service: Sunday - 10:30 am

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

“To Become and Make Disciples Of Christ”

Located at 19 East Main Street (St. Rt. 125 & Church St.) Amelia, Ohio

513.753.6770

Sunday School Class 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.

Children’s & Junior Church During Service Infant / Toddler Nursery Available

AUMY! Youth Group grades 6 to 12

Sunday evenings 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Come Join Us…. Marc Quinter, Pastor

B elfast U n ited M eth o d ist C h u rch 2297 St. Rt. 131 Goshen, Ohio Rev. Ronald Slater, Pastor 724-2715 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 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

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

Church of the Nazarene Rev. Scott Wade, Senior Pastor Rev. Dale Noel, Chaplain & Care Pastor Mark Owen, Director of Music and Worship Mitch Scott, Director of Youth SUNDAY: Sunday School (All Ages)....................... 9:30am Celebration of Worship.........................10:30am Children’s Worship. (1st-6th Grades).................. ...........10:30am Bible Study............................................6:00pm Youth Worship........................................6:00pm Special Music each week Nursery Care Provided Handicapped Accessible MONDAY: Ladies’ Prayer Group.................10:30am WEDNESDAY: Adults Prayer Meeting............................7:00pm Youth Small Group - ages 12-18............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

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Sunday Morning 10:00AM

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

Looking for a Church That Loves Kids? Looking for Acceptance & Mercy?

vineyard eastgate community church Located @ 1005 Old S.R. 74 (@ Tealtown Rd. in Eastgate)

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

LPCUSA@fuse.net

PRESBYTERIAN

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 199 Gay Street Williamsburg, Ohio 45176 Phone: 513-724-7985 Sunday School: 9:30A.M.

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Worship:10:30A.M.(SupervisedNursery) PRESCHOOL: Tues, Weds, Thurs

Welcomes Y You

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

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

Nursery care provided www.calvin-pc.org

United Methodist Church

www.williamsburgumc.com

A New Life - A New Prospective A New Song

1177 West Ohio Pike (SR125)-Phone 752-2525 Sunday School 9:30am Worship 10:30am

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

330 Gay Street, Williamsburg, OH 45176

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

Amelia/Withamsville - 3mi. East of I-275

“Encircling People with God’s Love”

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

513-735-2555

www.kingswayfellowship.com

CALVIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Trinity United Methodist

Sunday Morning Schedule: 9AM - Worship: Traditional 10AM - Classes & Groups 11AM - Worship: Contemporary Nursery care provided

Morning Worship 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. Evening Worship 6 p.m. High Voltage Youth 6 p.m.

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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Community Journal

On the record

September 16, 2009

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BUILDING PERMITS Residential

Ronald Cramlet, Batavia, deck, 1424 Stone Fox Drive, Batavia Township, $6,000. Jesse Gaither, Oregonia, alter, 460 Bauer Road, Batavia Township. Russell Apgar, Batavia, HVAC, 135 Sweetbriar Drive, Batavia Township. DNJ Sales & Investments, Amelia, trailer, 352 E. Meadow Drive, Batavia Township. Continental Investments, Irving, Texas, tailer, lot 56, 2780 Lindale Mt. Holly, Monroe Township. Donald Mecklenborg, New Richmond, alter, 1943 Ohio 232, Monroe Twp. Paul Ferguson, New Richmond, deck, 221 Front St., New Richmond Village, $2,500. Hilltop Enterprises, Loveland, trailer, 218 Hilltop Drive, Ohio Township. Kramer Pools, Ft. Thomas, Kentucky, pool, 1366 Cooper Road, Pierce Township. David Thorpe, Amelia, garage, 3377 Jenny Lind Road, Pierce Township, $4,500. Eva Miller, Cincinnati, deck, 4809 Forest Meadows, Union Township, $2,000. M/I Homes, Cincinnati, new, 4185 S. Yorkshire Sq., Union Township, $120,000; new, 4191 S. Yorkshire, $120,000; new, 4173 S. Yorkshire Sq., $110,000; new, 96 E. Apple Gate, $169,000; new, 682 Hyacinth, $185,000; new, 4115 Durhams Crossing, $180,000; new, 4140 Roland Creek, $180,000. Drees Premier Homes, Ft. Mitchell, Kentucky, new, 4476 Ravenwood, Union Township, $313,000. Fischer Single Family Homes II, Crestview Hills, Kentucky, new, 861 Jerome, Union Township, $115,000. Linda Caudill, Williamsburg, alter, 3715 Todds Run Foster, Williamsburg Township. Fred Eichler, Williamsburg, alter, 3432 Ohio 133, Williamsburg Township, $2,000. Richard Stetson, Williamsburg, HVAC, 3506 Musgrove, Williamsburg Twp. Schumacher Homes, Canton, new, 3555 Bootjack Corner, Williamsburg Township, $149,000.

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

AMELIA VILLAGE

29 Deer Creek Drive, Leanna Welch, et al. to Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp., $93,334. 7 Shank Lane, Charles Signature Homes LLC. to Rhonda Clark & Daniel Schwartz, $18,000.

BATAVIA TOWNSHIP

1213 Churchill Court, M/I Homes of Cincinnati LLC. to Joseph & Melody Moorehead, 0.214 acre, $255,116. 4551 Citation Court, Fischer Single Family Homes II LLC. to Judith & Willie Cobb Jr., 0.1383 acre, $283,665. 1323 Covedale Lane, James & Sunee Davis to Yuka & Kosin Mekeatngam, 0.309 acre, $193,000. 4270 Fox Ridge Drive, NVR Inc. to Christopher Bradshaw, 0.292 acre, $178,065. 4288 Fox Ridge Drive, TMG Buckeye LLC. to NVR Inc., 0.288 acre, $32,300. 4647 Legacy Park Drive, Fischer Single Family Homes II LLC. to Christina & Audie Orme Jr., 0.3306 acre, $319,005. 2083 Ohio 222, Christina & David Adams, et al. to Glen & Candee Shafer, 0.53 acre, $22,000. 2522 Pochard Drive, JPMC Specialty Mortgage LLC. to Melissa A. Petts, 0.232 acre, $130,000. 1414 Stone Fox Drive, NVR Inc. to Vivasvat Rajdhan, 0.27 acre, $207,265. 4610 Trophy Lane, Richard Degory, et al. to Barron Niehaus, trustee, $80,000. 3471 Virginia Drive, Drew Neal & Mathew Neal to Victor Bauer, $69,000.

MONROE TOWNSHIP 2639 Laurel Lindale, Aurora Loan Services LLC. to Carey & Raye Stephens, 0.7 acre, $43,000.

NEW RICHMOND VILLAGE

US 52, Richard Jacobs to Frank Martindale, 0.055 acre, $4,000.

OHIO TOWNSHIP

1739 B Lindale Nicholsville Road, Thomas Browne, trustee to 3G Construction Inc., 0.5 acre, $20,500.

PIERCE TOWNSHIP

Brewster Ave., RDH Developers LLC. to Robert Glazer, $1,500. 3436 Glen Eagles Circle, John & Sandra Vierling to Kenneth Marshall & Helen Caldwell, 0.436 acre, $317,500. 3642 Hopper Ridge Road, John & Ibbie Muntz to Michael & Rosemary Santel, 0.46 acre, $210,500. 489 Judy Con Drive, Fred Tipton to Jerome Kunkel, $123,000. 1362 Naegele Road, Joanne Bray, et al. to Fannie Mae, $80,000. 5 Stillmeadow Drive, Dennis & Kimberly Egan to James & Beverly Light, $69,000.

UNION TOWNSHIP

4643 Blackberry Lane, William Reed to Bank of America, NA, $86,666.67. 989 Burgess Court, M/I Homes of Cincinnati LLC. to Edward & Linda Trimnell, 0.3498 acre, $292,658. 4236 Cannon Gate Drive, Walker Adams to Grant Campbell, 0.56 acre, $140,000. 1146 Chestnut Court Unit 237, Tamara Cummins, et al. to HSBC Bank USA, NA, as trustee, $60,000. 3913 Columbard Lane, Barry Stuart Nicholson to James Haney, $125,000. 822 Danny Drive, Roy & Donna Nussbaum, trustees to Meagan Burke, $132,500. 804 Diane Drive, Richard Smith, Successor trustee to Myron House, $140,000. 887 East Anson Drive, M/I Homes of Cincinnati LLC. to Charissa Bam-

beck, 0.0887 acre, $157,666. 5007 Forestwood Court, Veronica Kilgore, et al. to Bank of America, NA, $76,666.67. 502 Gennie Lane, Sarah & Raymond Neugebauer Jr. to Anthony & Anna Marie Arment, $237,000. 484 Kimmey Court, Bryan & Shelly King to Jessica & Nicholas Bihlman, 0.232 acre, $203,500. 442 Maplecroft Court, Ronald & Cari Kelly to Jennifer Ernst, 0.393 acre, $243,000. 3987 Maplefield Court Apt. E, Isabelle Rennie, et al. to Harriett & Kenneth Jenkins, $116,500. 4614 Muirridge Court, Joni & Charles Laughlin to Adam Jennings, $130,000. 4239 North Gensen Loop, M/I Homes of Cincinnati LLC. to Babsi Arn, 0.102 acre, $158,011. 1194 Parkside Drive, Sean & Joy Schubert to Jason Anderson & Casey Clukey, 0.309 acre, $137,000. 4141 South Gensen Loop, M/I Homes of Cincinnati LLC. to Eugene & Margaret Williams, 0.1578 acre, $167,636. 1142 Telluride Drive No. 505, Nathan Litfin to Christina & Christopher Massey, $86,000. 3963 Wilma Court, Bobby Williams, et al. to HSBC Bank USA, NA, as trustee, $73,333.34. 5149 Chukker Point Lane, Janice & Patrick Combs to Michael & Ellen Cashman, 0.6209 acre, $450,000. 774 Clough Pike, J-Four LLC. to Matthew Henger, $106,000. 1008 Clough Pike, Church of God Mountain Assembly Inc. to Peter & Tara Schwab, 2.674 acre, $66,000. 885 E. Anson Drive, M/I Homes of Cincinnati LLC. to Tonya Goldbach, 0.08 acre, $140,130. 1095 Flick Lane, Anthony & Katherine Molitor to Jeffrey & Amanda Luman, 0.257 acre, $179,000. 4233 Forsythia Drive, Alan & Lisa Roell to Joy & David Delbusso, $132,000. 4238 Hidden Creek Court, David & Carisa McFadyen to David & Joan Lipinski, 0.25 acre, $211,000.

Travel & Resort Directory Jenny Eilermann

BED AND BREAKFAST

Bed & Breakfast Feature of the Week

RAVENWOOD CASTLE: A MOST UNUSUAL GETAWAY Visit a “medieval castle” on a high hilltop on 115 secluded and forested acres of the most beautiful area of Southeast Ohiothe Hocking Hills! Owners Sue & Jim Maxwell are creating the most unusual guest experience of stepping back 800 years in a reconstruction of a “12th century Norman castle.” The Maxwells have traveled throughout England & Scotland & have always loved castles & the medieval era. Although the building is new, the couple has been collecting architectural antiques for several years. Each guest room or suite has a stained glass window, usually in the bedroom, a Victorian fireplace mantel with a gas log unit, antique light fixtures and some have beautiful old doors. The wood mouldings around the door & windows & the 5 stairways are inspired by centuries old motifs from Great Britain’s stately homes & castles. Most rooms also have a French door with a balcony, private deck overlooking the forest. There are also “medieval” themed cottages with fireplaces and whirlpools. Ravenwood has

REAL ESTATE

its own food service for guests, so they can spend their entire visit immersed in solitude if they wish, surrounded by tall trees, huge rocks, the castle‘s own hiking trails and plenty of peace and quiet. Or guests can drive the few miles to outside attractions & other dramatic scenery in the Hocking Hills. Ravenwood offers popular “murder mystery” weekends and also plans “medieval dinners”, getaway workshops, and other special events. Facilities are also perfect for small weddings and other festive occasions. The building has no steps into the 1st floor level - a “drawbridge” leads from the driveway to the massive front door and the first floor guest rms. Nearby are caves, waterfalls, lots of hiking trails, a scenic railway, arts & crafts studios & shop, antique malls and much more. There are often midweek discounts and a special “Royal Family” Adventure Package in the summer.

For info call 800-477-1541 or visit www.ravenwoodcastle.com

BED AND BREAKFAST THE DOOLIN HOUSE INN. Premier Inn. Gourmet breakfast. Minutes from Lake Cumberland. Join us for a romantic weekend/women’s retreat. 606-678-9494 doolinhouse.com

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FLORIDA

BeautifulBeach.com leads you to NW Florida’s Beach Vacation Rentals along the beaches of South Walton. Luxurious gulf-front homes, seaside condos and cottages. Dune Allen Realty, 50 yrs of excellent service and accommodations. 888-267-2121 or visit www.BeautifulBeach.com

Beautiful Seagrove Beach Rent & Relax. Nr Destin, between famous Seaside & Rosemary Beach. Cozy Cottages to Gulf Front Condos. Web Specials. 1-800-537-5387 www.garrettbeachrentals.com

CLEARWATER - Indian Rocks Beach 2br, 2ba Gulf Front condo. Heated pool, balcony. Many up grades. 513-771-1373, 260-3208 www.go-qca.com/condo

DAYTONA BEACH Feb 13 through Feb 20, 11 mi. to Daytona Speedway! Fantasy Island Resort, efficiency condo on beach, sleeps 2-4, pool. Near many attrac tions. $950 negotiable. 513-471-1208 DESTIN. Edgewater Beach Condos on the Gulf. 1-3 BR, beachfront, pvt balconies, FREE wi-fi, beach set-up & fitness center. New massage/facial salon, 2 pools (1 heated), area golf & deep sea fishing. $20 gift cert to poolside grill (weekly renters, in season). Pay for 3, 4 or 5 nights & receive one additional night free! 800-8224929, www.edgewaterbeach.com

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FLORIDA LONGBOAT KEY . Amazing 2 br, 2 ba beach-to-bay condo, private beach, tennis, fishing, bikes, kayaks, deck. Local owner. Great fall rates, short-term notice! 513-662-6678 www.bayportbtc.com (Unit 829)

FLORIDA

VENICE. Beautifully furnished 2BR, 2BA ranch with lake view, ga rage. 5 mi. to Venice Beach. Close to golf courses and Sarasota. $2500/mo. Discount for multiple months. Local owner, 859-746-9220, 653-9602

INDIANA Luxuriate on the amazing Gulf beaches of ANNA MARIA ISLAND Super fall rates, just $499/wk + tax. Book early for winter! 513-236-5091 ww.beachesndreams.net

MARCO ISLAND The Chalet, 3 Bdrm, 3 Ba, on the beach. Pool, tennis, beautiful sunsets. Three month rental minimum. Avail Nov. thru April for $7000/mo. Local owner. 513-315-1700

SANIBEL ISLAND Quality, beachfront condos. Excellent service! Great rates! www.SanibelIslandVacations.com 1-888-451-7277

MICHIGAN

LEELANAU VACATION RENTALS Over 120 condos, cottages and homes on Lake Michigan, Glen Lake and other inland lakes. Call 231-334-6100 or visit www.leelanau.com/vacation

NEW YORK MANHATTAN--NYC HOTEL $129/2 persons. Singles $124. Suites $139-$159. Lincoln Ctr area, Hudson River views, 18 flrs, kitchenette, 5 mins to midtown, safe, quiet, luxury area. RIVERSIDE TOWER, Riverside & 80th St. Call 1-800-724-3136 or visit: www.riversidetowerhotel.com

EMERALD ISLE. Ocean Front luxury vacation homes with community pool. Call for free brochure. 800-245-7746 Spinnaker’s Reach Realty www.SpinnakersReach.com

SOUTH CAROLINA

BUS TOURS BRANSON. Christmas Show Tour, Nov. 29-Dec. 5, $650 pp. Includes transportation, hotels & most meals. WASHINGTON, D.C. - Cherry Blossom Time, Mar 26-29. Only $425 pp. NIAGARA FALLS & TORONTO - June 21-25, $499 pp. CincyGroupTravel, 513-245-9992 www.grouptrips.com/cincy

DESTIN. New, furnished 2 br, 2 ba condo, golf, pools, dazzling Gulf view. Available weekly Sept/Oct.; monthly Nov/Dec. 30% off! 513-561-4683 Visit arieldunes.us or twcondo.us EAST COAST, NEW SMYRNA BEACH Luxurious oceanfront condos & vacation homes. Closest & best beach to Dinsey. Ocean Properties Vacation Rentals 800-728-0513 www.oceanprops.com

N. MYRTLE BEACH Coastal Condos, Inc. 1-4 bdrm oceanfront & ocean view units. Call 1-800-951-4880 or visit www.coastalcondos.com SEABROOK EXCLUSIVES Villas & Private Homes. Ocean, golf, tennis, equestrian. Pet friendly rentals. Free brochure. Book online! 888-718-7949. www.seabrookexclusives.com

TENNESSEE BROWN COUNTY Be renewed by fall’s magnificent colors! Delight your family with a visit to Indiana’s autumn haven and family playground! Comfort Inn, in the ! of all of Nashville’s attractions. 812-988-6118 choicehotels.com

NORTH CAROLINA SEBRING - Winner’s Nest In the ! of Florida, near 6 golf cours es! 3BR, 2BA, fully equip duplex incls washer/dryer, 2 car garage. Available daily, weekly or monthly. For rates & availability 863-557-4717

SOUTH CAROLINA

1-7 Affordable, Deluxe Chalets & Cabin Rentals. Pigeon Forge in the Smokies. Vacation/Dollywood Specials. Free brochure. Call 1-800-833-9987. www.firesidechalets.com

A Beautiful Cabin Getaway Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge.Hot tub, jacuzzi, fireplace, gas grill. $85/nt, 5 nt special $375. 800-793-8699. smokymtncrossrdrentals.com A Beautiful Luxury Log Cabin Resort minutes from Dollywood & Pigeon Forge! Great amenities, pet friendly cabins. Excellent rates! Call now or visit us online www.hiddenspringsresort.com 1-888-HSR-TENN (477-8366) CHALET VILLAGE www.chaletvillage.com Cozy cabins to luxurious chalets Fully furnished, hot tubs, pool tables. Check SPECIALS, availability and book online 24/7, or call 1-800-722-9617 GATLINBURG. Affordable rates. Fully furnished. 1-8 bdrms. Chalets, Cabins, Privacy, Views, Hot Tubs, Jacuzzis, Fireplaces. 1-800-235-2661 www.alpinechaletrentals.com www.AUNTIEBELHAMS.com Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge. Vacation in a beautiful log cabin or chalet with hot tub, Jacuzzi, views & pool tables. Call about specials! 800-436-6618

TIME SHARES SIESTA KEY Condos 2 & 3 bedrm, 2 bath, directly on world-famous Crescent Beach. Owner offers Great Fall Specials thru November! 847-931-9113

HILTON HEAD. Beautiful 1BR, 1BA condo on beach near Coligny. Sleeps six. Great Reduced Rates! Sept-Oct and March-May, $550/wk; Nov-Feb, $400/wk or $900/mo. Call local owner, 513-829-5099

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On the record IN THE COURTS Filings

William D. Reynolds vs. Hostanosas JC Dr. Inc., et al., professional tort Curt C. Hartman vs. Robert J. Gehring, et al., other tort Jeffery Fox vs. Central Mutual Insurance Company, et al., other tort Robin F. Render vs. Deborah c. Whelan and Jeff L. Turner, other tort Ronald Bryant vs. William Barrett, et al., other tort Marc Rycek vs. Kathleen R. Witt, other tort Progressive Specialty Insurance Company, et al. vs. Samuel C. Larkins, other tort Donald J. King vs. Daniel Williams, other tort Karen Miller vs. Robert Kelsey, et al., other tort Alice Fisher vs. Pines Condominium Homeowners Association and Paul F. Knue, other tort Marlyn F. Weaver vs. K Investments Limited and Marsha P. Ryan, worker’s compensation Teresa Cahall vs. Marsha Ryan Administrator, worker’s compensation Damon L. Manton vs. Marsha Ryan Administrator, worker’s compensation Teresa Cahall vs. Marsha Ryan Administrator and AW Industries Inc., worker’s compensation Damon L. Manton vs. Marsha Ryan Administrator and Digi Com Systems LLC, worker’s compensation Robert F. Mclees vs. John Panetta Excavating Inc. and Administrator Ohio Bureau of Worker’s Compensation, worker’s compensation Debra M. Caudill vs. Marsha P. Ryan Administrator, et al., worker’s compensation Everhome Mortgage Company vs. Guy Wesley Stone, et al., foreclosure First Financial Bank successor by merger vs. Marilyn A.M. Jones, et al., foreclosure RBS Citizens NA vs. Thomas O. Deighen, et al., foreclosure Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York vs. Joseph a. Gullett and Arica Morgan Gullett, foreclosure Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Brian M. Parmertor, et al., foreclosure BAC Home Loans Servicing LP vs. Brian A. Blakley, et al., foreclosure Deutsche Bank National Trust Company vs. Marion D. Scott, et al., foreclosure JP Morgan Chase Bank NA vs. Jeffri E. Fritz, et al., foreclosure BAC Home Loans Servicing LP vs. Richard J. Blomer, et al., foreclosure U.S. Bank NA ND vs. Glen W. Jones Jr., et al., foreclosure National City Bank vs. Robert E. Knauber and J Robert True treasurer of Clermont County, foreclosure Bank of New York Mellon vs. Arlene

Spears, et al., foreclosure BAC Home Loans Servicing LP vs. Michael Sparks and Mortgage Electronic Systems Inc., foreclosure JP Morgan Chase Bank NA vs. Boone Vernon Jr., et al., foreclosure U.S. Bank NA vs. John Alexander Jones and Wells Fargo Bank NA, foreclosure BAC Home Loans Servicing LP vs. Eric R. Blyberg, et al., foreclosure Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Authur Bush, et al., foreclosure Huntington National Bank vs. First Cincinnati Leasing 2000 LLC, et al., foreclosure JP Morgan Chase Bank NA vs. Michael Wiesmore, et al., foreclosure Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Thomas M. Reichardt, et al., foreclosure U.S. Bank NA vs. Teddy Montague, et al., foreclosure U.S. Bank NA vs. Gretchen Honaker, foreclosure U.S. Bank NA vs. Michael S. Mikles, foreclosure U.S. Bank NA vs. Chad W. Wells and Mary E. Wells, foreclosure BAC Home Loans Servicing LP vs. Helen C. Corcoran, et al., foreclosure Dollar Bank FSB vs. Robert E. Martin, et al., foreclosure GMAC Mortgage LLC vs. David G. Sutton, et al., foreclosure U.S. Bank NA vs. Jon P. Newell, et al., foreclosure MTGLQ Investors LP vs. Leslie Proctor and Karen Proctor, foreclosure JAC Construction LLC vs. Arnold Estates Development LLC, et al., foreclosure U.S. Bank NA vs. Nathan Lacey, et al., foreclosure Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. David J. Sweeting and Kathryn C. Sweeting, foreclosure Midfirst Bank vs. Michael E. Moore, et al., foreclosure GMAC Mortgage LLC vs. David G. Sutton, et al., foreclosure BAC Home Loans Servicing LP vs. Marsha V. Lawson, et al., foreclosure Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. David J. Sweeting and Kathryn C. Sweeting, foreclosure Midfirst Bank vs. Michael E. Moore, et al., foreclosure Bethel Building and Loan Company vs. William K. Slusher, et al., foreclosure U.S. Bank NA vs. Joseph P. Thesken and Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., foreclosure Truman P. Young and Associates Inc. vs. Saltair Properties LTD, et al., foreclosure Wells Fargo Bank NA vs. Shawnda R. Hansel, et al., foreclosure U.S. Bank NA vs. Timothy Miracle, et al., foreclosure Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Ronald E. Barnes, et al., foreclosure Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Asghar Neysari, et al., foreclosure

LEGAL NOTICE LINDA L. FRALEY CLERMONT COUNTY AUDITOR SECRETARY OF THE BUDGET COMMISSION The following distribution of the Local Government Support Entitlement Fund for 2010 was made by the Clermont County Budget Commission August 31, 2009 in accordance with Section 5745.53 of the Ohio Revised Code: ESTIMATED 2010 86,167.81 42,899.00 93,295.79 32,530.53 174,147.82 74,867.16 21,257.41 49,884.54 40,616.83 65,478.71 180,155.43 20,233.84 50,051.07 39,366.80

% DISTR. 2.035725 1.013494 2.204124 0.768538 4.114263 1.768746 0.502209 1.178528 0.959578 1.546942 4.256194 0.478027 1.182463 0.930045

970,952.74

22.939

116,664.27 85,649.54 148,589.83 17,510.90 70,200.94 95,244.36 290,957.76 44,533.66 18,289.06 136,673.01 29,399.16 95,740.50 57,572.48

2.756208 2.023481 3.510453 0.413697 1.658506 2.250160 6.873912 1.052113 0.432081 3.228916 0.694559 2.261881 1.360157

TOTAL

1.207,025.47

28.516

COUNTY TOTAL

2,054,804.24

GRAND TOTAL

4,232,782.45

TOWNSHIPS BATAVIA FRANKLIN GOSHEN JACKSON MIAMI MONROE OHIO PIERCE STONELICK TATE UNION WASHINGTON WAYNE WILLIAMSBURG TOTAL MUNICIPALITIES AMELIA BATAVIA BETHEL CHILO FELICITY LOVELAND MILFORD MOSCOW NEVILLE NEW RICHMOND NEWTONSVILLE OWENSVILLE WILLIAMSBURG

VILLAGE OF NEW RICHMOND LIGHT ASHBURN BUILDING 102 WILLOW ST. NEW RICHMOND, OHIO 45157 Sealed BIDS will be received by the Village of New Richmond for the Clariﬁer Rehabilitation Project. All workmanship and materials are to be in accordance with the Contract Documents, which may be examined at the following locations: Environmental Engineering Service 3575 Columbia Rd Lebanon, Ohio 45036 (513) 934-1512

Village of New Richmond Light Ashburn Building 102 Willow St. New Richmond, Ohio 45157

Dodge Reports 7265 Kenwood Rd. Suite 200 Cincinnati, Ohio 45202-6001 (513) 345-8200

Dodge Reports 3077 S. Kettering Blvd., Suite 104 Dayton, Ohio 45419 (937) 298-7378

Separate sealed BIDS will be received for the Clarifier Rehabilitation Project; At the Light Ashburn Building, Village of New Richmond, 102 Willow St., New Richmond, Ohio 45157 until 12:00 PM (Local Time) on the 29th day of September 2009 at which time all BIDS will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bidders shall accompany their BIDS with a Bid Guaranty in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the maximum amount bid or a Certified Check or Cashier’s Check for 10% of the bid for a period of sixty (60) calendar days after the bid date and in accordance with ORC 153.54. Each Proposal must contain the full name of the party or parties submitting the proposal and all persons interested therein. Each bidder must submit evidence of its experience on projects of similar size and complexity. All contractors and subcontractors involved with the project will, to the extent practicable use Ohio Products, materials, services and labor in the implementation of their project. Additionally, contractor compliance with the equal employment opportunity requirements of Ohio Administrative Code Chapter 123, the Governor’s Executive Order of 1972, and Governor’s Executive Order 84-9 shall be required. Bidders must comply with the prevailing wage rates on Public Improvements on Clermont County, Ohio as determined by the Ohio Department of Industrial Relations and/or the provisions of the Davis-Bacon Act as determined by the Secretary of Labor (ORC 41 15.04). “DOMESTIC STEEL USE REQUIREMENTS AS SPECIFIED IN SECTION 153.001 OF THE REVISED CODE APPLY TO THIS PROJECT. COPIES OF SECTION 153.001 OF THE REVISED CODE CAN BE OBTAINED FROM ANY OF THE OFFICES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES.” (SEC. 153.011 (E).) The Village of New Richmond reserves the right to reject any and all bids, delete any portion or portions thereof or to waive any irregularities in the bidding. Copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained from the office of Environmental Engineering Service, 3575 Columbia Rd., Lebanon, Ohio 45036. A non-refundable fee of $50.00 for each set of Plans and Specifications is required. All checks shall be made payable to ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING SERVICE. Project construction for these contracts shall be completed within 210 days after the date to be specified in the Notice To Proceed. Said contract will be let to the lowest and the best bidder. BY ORDER OF THE VILLAGE OF NEW RICHMOND

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Linda L. Fraley Secretary, Clermont County Budget Commission

LEGAL NOTICE

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The following cases have been filed with Clermont County clerk of courts.

Community Journal

September 16, 2009 LEGAL NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF STATE LAW,THERE BEING DUE AND UNPAID CHANGES FOR WHICH THE UNDERSIGNED IS ENTITLED TO SATISFY AN OWNERS LIEN OF THE GOODS HERE-AFTER DESCRIBED AND STORED AT UNCLE BOB’S SELF STORAGE, LOCATED AT; 1105 OLD ST.RT.74,BATAVIA, OH. 45103 (513)7528110, AND DUE NOTICE HAVING BEEN GIVEN TO THE OWNER OF SAID PROPERTY AND ALL PARTIES KNOW TO CLAIM AN INTEREST THEREIN,AND THE TIME SPECIFIED IN SUCH NOTICE FOR PAYMENT OF SUCH H A V I N G EXPIRED,THE GOODS WILL BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION AT THE ABOVE STATED ADDRESS TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER OR OTHERWISE DISPOSED OF ON WEDNESDAY, 9/30/09, AT 10 A.M. 1 . L A M O N T COATES 6247 CORBLY ST. APT.2 CINTI., OH., 45230 (HOUSEGOODS, FURN.) 2.DONALD DAVIS SR. 374 RED BIRD DR. LOVELAND, OH 45140 (HOUSEGOODS, FURN.) 3.BOB WAGNER P.O. BOX 35 BATAVIA, OH., 4 5 1 0 3 (HOUSEGOODS, FURN., BOXES) 4.LISA SLONE 4522 TEALTOWN RD. BATAVIA, OH., 45103 (HOUSEGOODS,FU RN.,BOXES) 5. MIRANDA GILLESPIE 2149-2 LDLETT HILL NEW RICHMOND,OH., 45157 (HOUSE GOODS, FURN .,BOXES,APPL.,T.V.’ S or STEREO EQUIP .,OFFICE FURN .,OFFICE MACHINES EQUIP.) 1001496696

LEGAL NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS The Wayne Township Board of Trustees (Clermont County) is accepting sealed bids for the furnishing of all labor and materials needed to construct Wayne Township 2009 Road Resurfacing Program, in accordance with the Ohio Department of Transportation Construction and Material Specifications and Ohio Manuel of Uniform Traffic Control. All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked: BID: Wayne Township 2009 Road Resurfacing Program, and received at Wayne Township Hall, 6320 St Rt 133 Goshen, Ohio 45122 no later than 2:00 p.m. Local time on Thursday September 17, 2W9 after which all bids shall be opened publically. Instructions to Bidders, Specifications, and bid Documents detailing the terms and conditions of the proposed improvement may be obtained by the interested Bidders from Wayne Township, 6320 St Rt 133 Goshen, Ohio 45122 between the hours of 9:00 a.m, and 3:00 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays please call the office at 513625-8124, The Wayne Township Trustees reserves the right to waive any informalities, reject any or all bids and to hold such bids for a period of sixty (60) clays before taking any action thereon, and to award a contract to the lowest and best bidders. Bids will opened at a special meeting on September 17, 2009 6:30 p.m. WAYNE TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES CLERMONT COUNTY, OHIO Paul Ritchey, Don Wilson, Dennis Elchilinger 100148971

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LEGAL NOTICE BRYAN SCOTT BIN# 507 & 508 5492 COUNTRY LN MILFORD, OH 45150 You are hereby notified that your personal property stored at Day Heights Storage, Milford, OH will be sold for payment due. 1001500386 PUBLIC NOTICE The following Storage units from Stronghold of Eastgate will be sold at public auction by Don Bates Auctioneers, at 758 old State Route 74, Cincinnati Ohio 45245 on September 29th, 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 081, Terry Schneider, 4418 Arrowhead, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70808. 500285

LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Clermont Metropolitan Housing Authority, Clermont County Ohio is seeking proposals from qualified attorneys to handle legal activities of the agency. Legal services required by the Authority would include public housing evictions, tenant grievance hearings and contract agreements. The Authority is a federally funded, non-profit organization that offers subsidized rental assistance to low income families and individuals. Currently the Authority operates 219 Public Housing units and 891 Section 8 units. Requests for Proposals are available by contacting Sarah Kincaid, Executive Director at (513) 732-6010. Proposals are due by 4:30 p.m., Friday, September 25,2009. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Housing To place your BINGO ad Opportunity call 513.242.4000 1001501010

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS VILLAGE OF NEW RICHMOND LIGHT ASHBURN BUILDING 102 WILLOW ST. NEW RICHMOND, OHIO 45157 Sealed BIDS will be received by the Village of New Richmond for the Sanitary Sewer Lining Project - Phase I. All workmanship and materials are to be in accordance with the Contract Documents, which may be examined at the following locations: Environmental Engineering Service 3575 Columbia Rd Lebanon, Ohio 45036 (513) 934-1512

Village of New Richmond Light Ashburn Building 102 Willow St. New Richmond, Ohio 45157

Dodge Reports 7265 Kenwood Rd. Suite 200 Cincinnati, Ohio 45202-6001 (513) 345-8200

Dodge Reports 3077 S. Kettering Blvd., Suite 104 Dayton, Ohio 45419 (937) 298-7378

Separate sealed BIDS will be received for the Sanitary Sewer Lining Project - Phase I; At the Light Ashburn Building, Village of New Richmond, 102 Willow St., New Richmond, Ohio 45157 until 12:00 PM (Local Time) on the 29th day of September 2009 at which time all BIDS will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bidders shall accompany their BIDS with a Bid Guaranty in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the maximum amount bid or a Certified Check or Cashier’s Check for 10% of the bid for a period of sixty (60) calendar days after the bid date and in accordance with ORC 153.54. Each Proposal must contain the full name of the party or parties submitting the proposal and all persons interested therein. Each bidder must submit evidence of its experience on projects of similar size and complexity. The owner intends and requires that this project be completed no later than November 15, 2010. All contractors a nd subcontractors involved with the project will, to the extent practicable use Ohio Products, materials, services and labor in the implementation of their project. Additionally, contractor compliance with the equal employment opportunity requirements of Ohio Administrative Code Chapter 123, the Governor’s Executive Order of 1972, and Governor’s Executive Order 84-9 shall be required. Bidders must comply with the prevailing wage rates on Public Improvements on Clermont County, Ohio as determined by the Ohio Department of Industrial Relations and/or the provisions of the Davis-Bacon Act as determined by the Secretary of Labor (ORC 4115.04). “DOMESTIC STEEL USE REQUIREMENTS AS SPECIFIED IN SECTION 153.001 OF THE REVISED CODE APPLY TO THIS PROJECT. COPIES OF SECTION 153.001 OF THE REVISED CODE CAN BE OBTAINED FROM ANY OF THE OFFICES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES.” (SEC. 153.011 (E).) The Village of New Richmond reserves the right to reject any and all bids, delete any portion or portions thereof or to waive any irregularities in the bidding. Copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained from the office of Environmental Engineering Service, 3575 Columbia Rd., Lebanon, Ohio 45036. A non-refundable fee of $50.00 for each set of Plans and Specifications is required. All checks shall be made payable to ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING SERVICE. Project construction for these contracts shall be completed within 210 days after the date to be specified in the Notice To Proceed. Said contract will be let to the lowest and the best bidder. BY ORDER OF THE VILLAGE OF NEW RICHMOND

These Ordinances and Resolutions may be viewed in the Clerk’s Office, 102 Willow Street, New Richmond, Ohio during regular business hours. Donna Hammons, Clerk of Council RESOLUTION 2009-20 AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR TO SUBMIT A STATE ISSUE TWO, OHIO PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION (OPWC) GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE WATER PLANT HIGH SERVICE PUMP REPLACEMENT PROJECT AND COMMITTING A LOCAL FUNDING MATCH AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY Adopted: August 11, 2009 ORDINANCE 2009-40 AMENDING THE APPROPRIATIONS: GENERAL FUND - $251,978; WATER FUND - $135,400; DETENTION POND $7,000; SEWER CLARIFIER - $76,500; SEWER COLLECTION REHAB $322,350; WILLOW STREET PARK $173,250; AUGUSTA STREET BOAT DOCK PHASE II - $113,984; POLICE CRUISER - $38,000 AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY Adopted: August 25, 2009 ORDINANCE 2009-41 ENTERING INTO A DEPOSITORY AGREEMENT WITH RIVER HILLS BANK AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY Adopted: August 25, 2009 RESOLUTION 2009-21 CREATING FUNDS: SANITARY SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEM REHAB; WILLOW STREET PARK; AUGUSTA STREET BOAT DOCK IMPROVEMENTS PHASE II; POLICE CRUISER AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY Adopted: August 25, 2009 1001501403

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Community Journal

September 16, 2009

Is your fuel provider working hard to deliver the best value for your family? Auxier Gas works hard, 24/7/365, to keep your family safe and warm.

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• MOST IMPORTANT: Is their staff experienced, well

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trained and certiﬁed in all safety and environmental procedures and regulations? Auxier’s professionals are certiﬁed and knowledgeable about safety and environmental regulatory compliance. No fuel discounter has anywhere near Auxier’s experience.

ce? What happens if • Do they have liability insurance? something is damaged on your property?

• Does this company have a local office? How far are their delivery people from your home? Where is their closest fuel terminal? How quickly can you get fuel if you need it?

• How long have they been in business? Auxier has been in business more than 63 years.

• How long will they honor the low price they quoted you?

• What happens if you lose your heat in the middle

Can they provide you a written price guarantee?

of the night? Can you get a hold of someone after hours? And, if you do, will a qualified professional come out and take care of your emergency immediately, before pipes freeze or other damage occurs?

• Are there hidden costs in setting the tank? Set fee? Regulator charges?

• Do they employ people from your community, or are they brought in like roof repair people after a hailstorm?

• Can this company guarantee fuel supply during the

• Are they involved in your community?

coldest days and during product shortages?

Auxier proudly supports our community: American Breast Cancer Foundation Boys and Girls Club of Clermont County Boy Scouts of America

Clermont Senior Services Provide College Scholarships Rotary Club of Batavia

Don’t Forget

Auxier’s Homecoming Celebration

September 26th from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Auxier Headquarters

• Free Food, Antique Car Cruize-In, Games • Kids can enter the Kids Coloring Contest for a chance to win a Graeter’s gift card.

• Register to win a propane grill, valued at $500! We thank you for continuing to choose Auxier. We appreciate your business!

Auxier Gas Headquarters 2698 Old State Route 32, Batavia, OH 45103 513.724.7700 www.auxiergas.com

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mers the best Everyone wants the best price on heating fuel, and at Auxier, we strive to give our customers ers in the price while maintaining our high standards of safety, service and reliability. Price discounters ord of heating fuel business cannot match the experience, reliability, service or safety track record Auxier, so they offer the only thing they can: a cheaper price.