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Veterans clinic officially opens

Veterans in Clermont County now have a new, expanded clinic closer to home. The Cincinnati Veterans Affairs officially opened the Community Based Outpatient Clinic at the corner of Ohio 32 and Beechwood Road in Mt. Carmel Tuesday, Nov. 10. The clinic started taking patients in September. FULL STORY, A2

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Budget may not allow branding By Kellie Geist kgeist@communitypress.com

The Union Township administration would like to work on the township’s image and provide more programs for residents, but the trustees aren’t sure the money will be available this year. During a budget work session Thursday, Oct. 12, township Administrator David Duckworth discussed launching a branding project with the cost of about $20,000. As part of this project, the township would conduct a community survey for direction, create a logo and new signage in the township, among other things. “Union Township has a redneck reputation and I think we need to work on promoting the positives,” Duckworth said. “We have an image issue. We need an identity, we need a brand.” Duckworth also discussed hiring a part-time recreation director to work on starting a series of community programs, much like what Miami Township has. Some of these programs could include child safety classes, gymnastics or scrapbooking. He said the director would cost about $25,000, but the cost of actually putting on the programs would be recouped with program fees. Bringing those community programs to Union Township was something Duckworth said he wanted to do when he was hired earlier this year. “I think this is something this community needs, we need to do more outreach,” Duckworth said. “You can get a lot of mileage out of having programs for kids and for adults. There’s a lot of demand out there.” The trustees agreed rebranding the township and starting community programs could be a benefit, but they each expressed concerns about available funding. “I like the ideas, I’m just unsure about spending the money on it,” said Trustee Matt Beamer. “It sounds all feelgood and fuzzy, but with the general fund the way it is, I just don’t know.” Beamer asked Duckworth to bring an official proposal to the trustees for review before he plugs those items into the budget. The trustees will continue to review the 2010 budget and the five-year budget throughout the next month.

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Pierce Township Boy Scouts Ryan Wenk, left, and Thomas Wenk help put flags into the memorial crosses at the Union Township Veterans Memorial Park. The crosses and flags were part of the ceremony where the first Ohio Community Covenant was signed. For more about the event, see page B1.

County considers using reserve funds By Kellie Geist kgeist@communitypress.com

The Clermont County commissioners are considering dipping into the county’s reserve funds to pay for certain budget requests and, possibly, to avoid furloughs. The county keeps a reserve balance equal to 25 percent of the annual operating budget, which will be about $47 million next year, said county Budget Director Sukie Scheetz. At that budget, the reserve balance would be about $11.7 million. “The intention of the reserve is to allow (the county) to operate on a daily basis without worrying about cash flow, but it also allows (the county) to have a balance to go to in an emergency type situation,” Scheetz said. The commissioners reviewed a rough draft of the 2010 budget and appropriations during a work session Monday, Nov. 9. During this session, Budget Director Sukie Scheetz said it would cost about $457,700 of reserve money to make sure no one has to take more than 80 hours of furloughs and to fund certain budget requests that could-

n’t be fit into the projected 2010 appropriations. If the commissioners use $457,700 of the reserves, the county would have a 24-perCroswell cent reserve. As part of this budgetary draft, Scheetz said seven county offices would need to have 80 hours of furloughs for each non-bargaining unit employee or find another means of reducing personnel to meet their budget requirements. Those offices are: County commissioners’ office, clerk of common pleas, juvenile/probate court (part-time magistrates,) prosecutor, public defender, recorder and sheriff. The other 10 offices were able to meet their 2010 requirement without furloughs. Scheetz said these furloughs would save a combined $330,000. The commissioners discussed taking that additional $330,000 out of the reserves rather than have employees take furloughs. That would bring the fund balance down to a little more than 23 percent.

“Twenty-five percent to 23 percent is not a major impact to that balance,” Scheetz said. The board also discussed having the affected employees take 40 hours of furloughs instead of 80 hours or waiting until the 2011 tax budget is ready to see if furloughs are necessary. “I think most people would rather wait until June 30 (when the tax budget will be ready) in hopes that there would be no furloughs than have people take furloughs that, in the end, weren’t necessary,” said Commissioner Scott Croswell. Croswell also expressed concerns about providing funding to some departments to avoid furloughs while other departments made the necessary cuts so their employees would need to take furloughs. No decisions on the budget have been made. The commissioners are planning to have a more firm idea of what they want to do after their work session Monday, Nov. 16. The plan will be presented to the other elected officials during a luncheon Wednesday, Nov. 18, and could be on the agenda for approval Monday, Nov. 23.

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VA clinic officially open for business By Kellie Geist kgeist@communitypress.com

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The new Clermont County VA clinic in the Mt. Carmel can serve up to 15,000 veterans. While the center itself opened in September, the grand opening/ribbon cutting ceremony was Tuesday, Nov. 10. the clinic and space for three more. The clinic also houses mental health care providers, pediatrists, optometrists and nutritionists. Other practices, such as dermatology and cardiolo-

square feet of office space and is the largest of the VA’s five outpatient clinics, said Cincinnati VA public affairs officer Todd Sledge. There are currently four primary care physicians at

gy, also could be housed at the clinic in the future, Sledge said. Bringing the new clinic to Clermont County was possible partially because of the VA’s relationship with the Clermont County Veterans’ Service Commission, Sledge said. During the ribbon-cutting ceremony Nov. 10, Clermont County Veterans’ Service Commission Executive Director Dan Bare gave a heartfelt thanks to the VA staff. “This clinic is absolutely wonderful for our veterans,

their families and our community,” Bare said. “I can’t tell you how meaningful this is. I’m really touched.” Also, U.S. Rep. Jean Schmidt as well as a representative from U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown’s office presented commendations at the ceremony. Throughout the presentation, one message rang clear: This new clinic can serve more veterans, but those veterans need to come to the clinic. Multiple speakers encouraged veterans to visit the VA and the Clermont

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U.S. Rep. Jean Schmidt hugs Dan Bare, the executive director of the Clermont County Veterans’ Service Commission, after reading a proclamation at the grand opening celebration for the Clermont County VA Clinic. County Veterans’ Service Commission to see what assistance they may qualify to receive. “The most important thing is serving our veterans,” said James Huey, chief of Primary Care for the Cincinnati VA.

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Township Police Headquarters. Contact Lt. Sue Madsen for information at 7521230. Anyone wishing to submit written comments about the Union Township Police Department 911 Communication Center’s ability to comply with the standards for accreditation may send them to the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA), 10302 Eaton Place, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA, 22030-2215.

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The Union Township trustees Tuesday, Nov. 10, approved three zoning requests that all represent improvements and investments in Union Township. • John Zibulka and Tareq Adwdni asked to use the property at 842 Ohio Pike, next to Subway near the intersection of Ohio Pike and Glen Este-Withamsville Road, for a car dealership. The property, while smaller than is required for retail sales, was previously used for business. Corey Wright, Union Township planning director, recommended standardizing the customer parking stalls, changing the sign to a monument style and installing additional landscaping. He also asked that the outdoor storage behind the building be cleaned. Zibulka said junk already had been removed. Wright also explained the Ohio Department of Transportation may require

the property to consolidate the entry access with Subway to eliminate a curb cut. • Timber Creek Investments of Mount Carmel asked to convert part of a mixed-use building to residential housing. The property, 507 Old Ohio 74, already houses a business and some apartments. The applicant wanted to turn some of the unused retail space into ADA handicap-accessible apartments. While Wright expressed some initial concerns about the number of parking spaces and the size of the parcel, he said those problems face most properties in that area of Mount Carmel. • Holman Real Estate (Holman Motors) asked for permission to build a 12,000-square-foot service bay addition. Owner Greg Holman said the intention is to build the new service bay, move some of the operations and demolish the current retail parts sales center on Elick Lane.

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Pierce Township is forming a committee to study the possibility of a veterans memorial at the township cemetery on Locust Corner Road.

Ray Wentworth of Will O EE Drive made the suggestion of building a memorial at the trustees’ meeting Oct. 13. “It would be a nice gesture,” Wentworth said. He suggested the memorial be for all military veterans.

Wentworth asked for help getting a committee formed to study the proposal. Trustee Bonnie Batchler and Assistant Fire Chief Scott Light said they would be willing to serve on the committee.

Trustee Christopher Knoop suggested the committee should come back to the trustees with several alternative plans. Residents who would like to serve on the committee should call 752-6262.

Salute to Leaders nominations sought Do you know someone who completed a civic project this year you think really improves the community? Do you know someone in the health field who does good work? Think about nominating them for a Salute to Leaders award. The application is simple and quick to fill out. It can be downloaded at www.clermont2020.org or e-mail frankie.hughart@ clermont2020.org. Now is the time to nominate heroes and leaders. Clermont 20/20, Inc. will host the 17th annual Salute to Leaders awards program Feb. 25. Each year this event recognizes non-elected individuals and organizations for their contributions to their communities and Clermont County. Salute to Leaders has been a way

for Clermont County to take a moment and recognize citizens who have stepped up and contributed to the community. Salute is a time to say “thank you” to these individuals and organizations for making the commitment and serving others when they didn’t have to. People selected for the Salute to Leaders honor are chosen for their willingness to serve others, personal commitment to make a difference, and those who see their community as something bigger than themselves. Their commitment includes helping build a stronger community for the generations who will follow them. Nominations may be made in the following categories: • Civic

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BATAVIA TWP. – officials are looking for nominees for the Clermont 20/20 Salute to Leaders awards. The awards recognize non-elected individuals and organizations for their contributions to the community. Anyone wishing to make a nomination or learn more about the awards can call township Administrator Rex Parsons at 732-3888.

BATAVIA – 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 has a display on county history. For the month of November, in celebration of veterans, the Clermont County Veterans Commission will have a display. The display is open to the public free of charge during the regular hours of the administration building.

BATAVIA – The American Cancer Society has given $80,000 to Cincinnati-area hospitals to pay for mammograms for uninsured and underinsured women. The grants will pay for 880 mammograms and are provided through proceeds from the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, which raised more than $600,000 this month to help the Society save lives from breast cancer and create more birthdays. Hospitals receiving the funds include Mercy Hospitals in Anderson, Clermont and Fairfield, receiving $10,440. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is the American Cancer Society’s noncompetitive five-mile walk to raise awareness and funds to fight breast cancer. It is the society’s signature breast cancer event and the largest breast cancer walk of its kind in the nation. This year’s walk brought more than 12,000 walkers to Yeatman’s Cove in Cincinnati Oct. 11. In just 13 years, the Cincinnati event has raised nearly $5 million. All Strides events nationwide have raised more than $340 million since 1993.

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Pierce Twp. – Officials are looking for nominees for the Clermont 20/20 17th annual Salute to Leaders awards. The award recognizes non-elected individuals and organizations for their contributions to the community. Anyone wishing to make a nomination or learn more about the award can call Donna Cann, Pierce Township’s zoning director, at 7526787. The deadline to submit nominations to Clermont 20/20 is Dec. 16.

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NEW RICHMOND – Aglow International, a inter-denominational Christian organization, will have their first meeting at 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 5, in the second floor meeting room of the Ashburn Memorial Building (the village hall), 102 Willow St. in New Richmond. Men, women and young adults are invited. No childcare is available. A free continental breakfast will be served. Aglow will provide speakers who will inspire you with their life’s challenges,

BATAVIA – The Clermont County General Health District now is taking appointments for certain groups of adults who need to obtain the H1N1 vaccinations. These appointments are available to pregnant women, healthcare workers, adults between the ages of 18 and 64 with chronic medical conditions, and caregivers of children under 6 months of age. “This is for adults only,” said Clermont Health Commissioner Marty Lambert. “The vaccine we will be using

for this series of vaccinations is only approved for those 18 and older.” Call 513-735-8400 to make an appointment. Appointments also are being accepted for a flu mist clinic 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 14, at the General Health District Nursing Division, 2499 Clermont Center Drive, Suite 200, in Batavia Township. These appointments are available for caregivers of children under the age of 6 months, who must be under the age of 50 without chronic health conditions, those between the ages of 2 and 24 without chronic health conditions, and healthcare workers without chronic health conditions. Call 735-8400 to make an appointment. Appointments are available for the 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 21, H1N1 vaccination clinic, at the General Health District Nursing Division. This clinic is for children 5 years of age and younger. Because there is a limited supply of the injectable vaccine, if there is not a health condition that prohibits it, children age 2 to 5 are encouraged to take the flu mist. Call 513-735-8400 to make an appointment. For information about the H1N1 virus, call the Clermont Health District Flu Hotline at 558-5121 or visit www. ClermontHealthDistrict.org.

Retirees to meet

BATAVIA – The Clermont PERI chapter will meet at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, at the Batavia Station Restaurant, 600 W. Main St. in Batavia. The nominations committee will report on those names they have nominated for officers for the coming year. All public employees retirees who belong to the state PERS are invited to join this chapter. For more information, call the Rooks at 7346980.

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MONROE TWP. – The Monroe Grange will have their Thanksgiving pot luck supper at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at the Grange Hall, 2644 Ohio 222 in Nicholsville, south of Ohio 125. The awards for the Junior Grangers and those adults who entered the contest items at the state grange convention will be given out at this time. The turkey and beverages will be provided. Bring a couple of your favorite dishes to share. For more information, call the Rooks at 734-6980.

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About 250 people attended the YWCA fundraiser, which was held at Norlyn Manor Nov. 5, including Fran Eckerson, left, and Roberta Tureen.

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School named Healthy Ohio Gold School

New Richmond Elementary was one of only three schools in Clermont County to receive the Ohio Department of Health’s Buckeye Best Schools Gold Award for the 2008-2009 school year. The Buckeye Best Healthy Schools Award recognizes schools that promote the health and wellness of students and staff through nutrition programs, increased

physical activity and tobacco use prevention. “It’s a combination of our drug awareness program, the nutrition program and the physical fitness program at our school,” said New Richmond Principal Gary Combs. “There’s a point system that rates each category and they award gold, silver and

bronze flags and we scored high enough to meet the gold standard.” Monroe Elementary was awarded the silver award for its programs during the 2008-2009 school year. Food services director Brenda Young and cafeteria worker Pam Senior went to a luncheon in Columbus to receive the Healthy Ohio Schools gold flag and award

from the Ohio Department of Health and the Ohio Division of the American Cancer Society. “They (the flag and award) will be proudly displayed in our cafeteria,” said Combs. Holly Hill Elementary and Merwin Elementary also received the highest Buckeye Best Schools award.

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First-grader Nathan Cox with Rosie Red at Holly Hill Elementary School Oct. 30.

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Clough Pike Elementary students are currently working on their personal cardio-respiratory endurance by participating in the “Walk, Run and Ride” activities. Students participating are, from left in front: Reese McCarthy, Samantha Kuenzli, Anna Smith, Paul Rammel. Standing are: Holly Mentzel, Jared Geiger, Mary Towell, Jacob Kennedy, Kelsey MacFarland and Avery Griffin.

Holly Hill Elementary School first-grader Nathan Cox entered a contest through the Cincinnati Reds Red Heads Kids Club to have one of the teams mascots visit his school during their fall festival. Cox was one of two children in the Tristate to win the contest. Rosie Red visited firstgraders at Holly Hill Elementary School Oct. 30.

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Clough Pike Elementary students are participating in a “Walk, Run and Ride” to Disneyland this school year. Students log mileage by walking on the Cloud Walker, running distance runs and riding on the stationary bike during physical education class. The trip totals 2,222 miles. Students reached Springfield, Mo., Oct. 6., “traveling” 581 miles. Students and many staff members are working on personal cardio-respiratory endurance in the activity.

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Rosie Red helps the first-graders at Holly Hill Elementary School sing “Take Me Out To The Ballgame” while Nathan Cox passes out candy. Rosie came to Holly Hill Oct. 30 because Cox won a contest through the Reds’ kids club.

HONOR ROLLS Archbishop McNicholas High School

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

Seniors

Dean’s List – Ian Anderson, Derek Bowles, Alaina Bowling, Sarah Buchheit, Tara Campbell, Jessica Danker, Jessica Dempsey, Emily Glaser, Katherine Hennekes, Amy Hollenkamp, Alissa Huston, Audrey McCabe, Kaitlin McPhillips, Brianna Powers, Daniel Rasfeld, Joseph Rzesutock, Tierney Sain, Elaine Sanker, Alyssa Smith, Sarah Spriggs, Claire Stegman, Brett Straka, Joshua Trenkamp, Jefferson Voegele, Julia Whitford, Alexandra Wiederhold, Jessica Wiles and Victoria Yontz. First Honors – Margaret Behan, Amanda Brown, Hongim Cho, Katherine Crawford, Alyson Curran, Emilie Doyle, Samantha Feck, Erin Goosman, Kelsey Grau, Elizabeth Hamad, Katherine Harker, Evan Herbert, Andrew Jostworth, Kelly LeMaster, Nettie McGee, Kelly Murphy, Joseph Niehaus, Brianna Richardson, Kellee Schmitt, Eric Skiba, Michael Staubach, Meredith Stewart, Melissa Uhlenbrock and Alexander Veleta. Second Honors – Amy Ashworth, Richard Baca, Dylan Barth, Carolyn Biedenharn, Joshua Blair, Kelsey Bowen, Christopher Brokamp, Adam Brokaw, Cody Bryant, Paige Chandler, Emily Cmar, Kelsi Corcoran, Jared Cox, Lindsey Everhart, Caleb Fairley, Megan Farwick, Adam Forsthoefel, Christina Gilene, Michael Glaser, Nhan Ha, Michael Hain, Scott Harker, Matthew Hoke, Jacob Horn, Robert Huff, Michael

Imbus, Monica Joshua, William Kenney, Matthew Luedtke, Jacob Madden, Amanda Marcelli, Tiffany Markins, Jordon McClain, Timothy Meisman, Benjamin Mocahbee, Madeleine Mullee, Claire Murphy, Michael Rehl, Josephine Rizzo, Cory Rossmann, Matthew Rouse, Victoria Russ, Charles Rust, Andrew Ryan, Laura Sage, Mary Katherine Sandmann, Justin Schenz, James Spicer, DongWoo Sun, Joseph Tekulve, Robert Tepe, Thomas Trotta, Emily Wildhaber and Andrew Yards.

Juniors

Dean’s List – Emily Bradley, Sarah Buhr, Shannon Coffey, Lucas Custer, James Deighen, Peter English, Haley Fitzpatrick, Brian Frenzel, Deanne Gauch, Dylan Gerding, Daniel Hermanns, Kathleen Hiltz, Yeonjae Hwang, Charles Ingram, Marcella Isemann, Mathew Johnson, Sean Kelly, Robert Kuhlman, Anne Kunkler, Alyssa Leyritz, Carolyn Martin, Erin Morrisroe, Amanda Murphy, Rachel Neltner, Felicia Rinaldi, Chelsea Ritter, Jeffrey Schnirring, Joseph Schoettelkotte, Jennifer Severyn, Samantha Tucci, Austin Van Dusen, Lydia Wall, Katherine Wiesenhahn, Yiyang Zhang and Brittany Zumach. First Honors – Hannah Aicholtz, Jillian Bloemer, Dolores Bosse, Christopher Bresler, Hannah Christmann, Margaret Daly, Daniel Delvecchio, Adam Farwick, Maureen Fehn, Thomas Fraiz, James Hofmann, Kathleen Johnstone, Colleen Kelly, Emily King, Sara Maloney, Jonathan Martin, Kathryn Martin, Jeffrey Miller, Catherine Paquette, Morgan Rice, Jillian Ruhe, Alexander Schneider, Sabrina Smyth, David Sweet, Audrey Trauth and Nicole Waits.

Second Honors – Taylor Bechtol, Elizabeth Birk, Jordan Bossman, Meghan Bush, Maria Chambers, Anna Christy, Hope Curran, Leah Curran, Ryan Curran, Laith David, Jarred Dumford, Caroline Eldridge, Donald Esz, Evann Farrell, Emily Feck, Joseph Frazier, Timothy Gormly, Jeffrey Griffiths, Alex Hay, Dakota Hoffman, Robert Jubak, John Kearney, Allison Kirby, Andrew Lamping, Austen Leach, Jung Lee, Christopher Luehrmann, Haley Mehring, Jessica Murphy, Dakota Neff, Minh Nguyen, Lauren Overley, Nathaniel Overmann, Marie Paquette, Anna Pieper, Austin Reid, Richard Rogers, Sarah Rudolph, Teresa Rudy, Elizabeth Scheidler, Nathan Semancik, Erin Sheehy, Andrew Sherman, Margaret Snyder, Abigail Stapp, Chelsea Stegman, Shane Sullivan, Jacob Tetrault, Chloe Tippmann, Daniel Wendelken, Evan Whalen and Andrew Zofkie.

Sophomores

Dean’s List – Jeffrey Archer, Austin Baurichter, Maximillian Becker, Anna Bloemer, Jacob Boehm, Connor Brumfield, Samuel Cardosi, Lauren Clark, Lauren Cox, Molly Cremons, Alexandra Day, John Dooling, , Allison Ecker, Sarah Hayes, Zachary Jubak, William Losekamp, Mitchell McClellan, Jesse Mehring, Sarah Nimmo, Alexander Nyktas, Mitchell Poole, Rebecca Schaller, Jill Schmidt, Nicholas Schweickart, Jessica Sharkey, Sterling Shaw, Katherine Streit, Jennifer Taylor, Patricia Walsh, Rebecca Weisshaar and Jamie Zumach. First Honors – Eun Young Cho, Eric Cox, Christopher Dorson-King, Mackenzie Frank, Nicholas Hunt, Dustin Mai, Cheyenne Meyer, Johnathan Monsey,

Nicole Piening, Carly Quehl, Mary Jane Sandmann, Ashley Schneider, Andrew Schrand, Kati Sinclair, Matthew Staubach, Jessica Tiettmeyer, Katelyn Tomblin and Megan Whitesell. Second Honors – Kelly Bachmann, Grant Barry, Evan Boychan, Nicholas Brandes, Samuel Bruno, Austin Buettner, Leanna Cooper, Margaret Cowens, Jessica DeLuca, Heather Denison, Allison Doran, Kevin Easley, Sara Eby, Eric Ernst, Paul Estes, Rebecca Feldkamp, Danielle Ferris, Lucy Frey, Payne Fisher, Gerald Fitzgerald, Lucy Frey, Emily Fritz, Megan Gilene, Emily Haas, Ryan Haynes, Justin Hebeler, Alli Hehemann, Donovan Herbert, Joseph Horan, Maria Hornsby, James Hunt, Hallie Jenkins, Jessica Kaising, Sarah Kaising, William Keri, Timothy Klatte, Cody Kramer, Stephanie Krusling, Nicole Latreille, David Lawrence, Emily Lehnhoff, Sarah Lott, Michaela Meakin, Alexandria Miller, Claire Motz, Matthew Mowery, Justin Mulloney, Courtney Murphy, Matthew Norrish, Madeline O’Flaherty, William Otto, Grant Pharo, Austin Pierce, DaMario Rauch, Chelsea Rohlfs, Julia Salyers, Lauren Schenz, Matthew Schneider, Hannah Schoolfield, Rachel Smith, Andrew Sorrels, Elizabeth Tabet, Nora Vondermeulen, Kate Wagner, Raymond Walsh, Ryan Wampler, Gretchen Weber and Allison Woll.

Freshmen

Dean’s List – Edwin Allgeier, Katelyn Barger, Amanda Bradley, Tara Bramble, Alexandra Burkart, Gabriella Camacho, Jonathan Castleman, Ryan Coldiron, Eric Cornelius, Luke Eveler, Jenna Heitker, Charles Jorden, Kimberly Kollsmith, Michelle LeMas-

ter, Michael Nimmo, Jennifer Ruhe, Stephanie Schmidt, Theresa Schneider, Daniel Schoettelkotte, Dillon Stanfield, Aaron Vennemeyer, Rachel Wadell and Elizabeth Zofkie. First Honors – Rachel Buhr, Daniel Cole, Albert Friend, Christine Graham, Brenna Hartwell, Melina Hazzard, Allison Hickman, Molly Hiltz, Ryan Pachuta, Olivia Randolph, Taylor Roberts, Samantha Scheidler and Matthew Vieth. Second Honors – Bryan Bohl, Andrea Bridges, Bishop Burton, Clare Byrd, Kristen Callahan, Molly Cardosi, Jennifer Christman, Maria Clark, Paul Conrady, Courtney Curran, Rosalie Daly, Maggie Dames, Ryan Deighen, Caroline Dill, Katelyn Dornbach, Lana Elfar, Savanna Espelage, James Feldkamp, Jennifer Foltz, Emily Forsthoefel, Christine Foster, Kara Frey, John Gauch, Natalie Grever, Youna Ha, Andrew Hall, Christopher Hamad, Sydney Hardoerfer, Maxwell Harmon, Joshua Harness, Jacob Headings, Jenna Hebeler, Rebecca Heise, Jason Hinson, Lindsey Hladky, Matthew Hofmann, Sophie Huston, Aaron Jenkins, Hayden Jutze, Craig Kaimer, Anna Kennedy, Kaitlin Kenney, Christina Lehn, Joshua Lewis, Kyle Lewis, Henry Mackay, Ali Miller, Marissa Mocahbee, Kelsey Mueller, Amanda Muse, Claire O’Malley, Theodore Ostermann, Matthew Quitter, Claire Redington, Patrick Rehl, Daniel Roeding, Bradley Rolfes, John Sandmann, Brian Schlagheck, Tyler Seibert, Gretchen Semancik, Jennifer Siemer, Haley Stultz, Benjamin Sullivan, Brendan Sullivan, Faith Tucker, Courtney Walsh, Emily Wesselkamper, Daniel Whitford, David Wiesenhahn, Dylan Witherby and Adam Zalewski.

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UCC player honored

UC Clermont College volleyball team member Rachel Hays, a freshman middle hitter from Amelia High School, was named United States Collegiate Athletic Hays Association National Co-Player of the Week for the period Sept. 2026. During the week, Hays hit at a remarkable .455 percentage as UC Clermont defeated two Ohio Regional Campus Conference (ORCC) foes. Hays recorded 26 kills to go with 9 blocks and 5 block assists.

Trash for cash

Glen Este Athletics has partnered with Forest Green Waste Services to help people save money on their trash bills and raise money for Glen Este athletes. Contact Michele Delaney at trash@getrojans.com, or call 703-2189.

Holiday raffle

Glen Este Boosters is selling raffle tickets for its Holiday Grand Raffle. Tickets are $10 per chance or three for $25 to win a grand prize of $2,500. Only 3,000 tickets are being sold. The drawing will be Dec. 21. Contact Michele Delaney at 703-2189.

Booster dance

The Glen Este Booster Dance is 8 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, March 6, at R-Place in Amelia.

Post-season award

College of Mount St. Joseph volleyball setter Lyndsey Waldman of Batavia, a Clermont Northeastern graduate, was recently selected to the First Team All-Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference. Mount’s senior outside hitter Casey Waldman of Batavia, a Clermont Northeastern grad, was recently named Honorable Mention All-Conference.

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St. X’s alum leads Holy Cross to title Pierce Twp. resident has eye of NFL

DOMINIC RANDOLPH By the Numbers Holy Cross senior Dominic Randolph is charging toward the end of his collegiate career and improving his NFL Draft stock all the while with consistently impressive numbers. Here’s a quick glance at the collegiate statistics for the St. Xavier graduate and Pierce Township resident:

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Individual accolades are nothing new for Dominic Randolph but a trip to the playoffs with his Holy Cross Crusader collegiate footRandolph ball team promises to be a career highlight for the Pierce Township resident. Randolph, a third-year captain for Holy Cross and St. Xavier graduate, led the Crusaders to its first Patriot League title since 1991 this fall. The Crusaders clinched at least a share of the Patriot League title with a win over Lafayette (28-26) during a home game Saturday, Nov. 14. Holy Cross improved to 9-1 with the win including a 5-0 record in the Patriot League. Though Randolph owns numerous school records, this will be his first trip to the playoffs with Holy Cross. “He’s certainly living up to the high expectations everyone had for him,” Holy Cross offensive coordinator Mike Pedone said. “He’s done a great job for us. “I don’t think it’s a secret that he’s an important part of our success here,” Pedone joked. Randolph was named as the Patriot League Player of the Year for a second-consecutive season following his junior campaign. Against Lafayette, Randolph was 23 for 37 in passing for 348 yards and two touchdowns. He rushed for 10 yards. Entering the game

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1,048-of-1,650 passing, 12,489 passing yards, 111 touchdowns, 43 interceptions, 144.1 efficiency rating. 731 rushing yards, 14 touchdowns, 252 carries. Career totals do not include most recent game against Lafayette.

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227-of-349 passing, 2,810 passing yards, 28 touchdowns, 12 interceptions, 152.3 efficiency rating. Senior stats do not include most recent game against Lafayette.

2008, junior season

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Holy Cross senior quarterback Dominic Randolph, a Pierce Township resident and St. Xavier graduate, looks for an open receiver while scrambling during a 2009 game. Randolph is a candidate for the Walter Payton Award this fall. against Lafayette, Randolph was the all-time leader for both Holy Cross and the Patriot League with 12,489 career passing yards. Randolph is the first player in Holy Cross history to throw for more than 10,000 yards. The quarterback is also has school records for career 300-yard passing games (22) and career 400-yard passing games (seven). “When you have someone with his caliber you just try to savor every moment you have with him,”

Pedone said. Randolph has thrown for at least 200 yards in an astounding 39-consecutive games including 40-consecutive games with at least one touchdown pass. In 2008, Randolph broke the Crusaders’ all-time career records for completions (1,048), pass attempts (1,650), touchdown passes (111) and yards of total offense (13,220). Randolph’s current career completion percentage of 63.5-percent (1048for-1650 passing) is also a

record for Holy Cross. All stats were accurate as of Friday, Nov. 13, before Holy Cross faced Lafayette. Holy Cross is 30-11 with Randolph taking the snaps. Randolph is the first player in Holy Cross history to be named as a captain for three seasons. “He has an enthusiasm and energy that’s contagious. He elevates the level of play of everyone around him,” Pedone said. “That’s what makes him a great leader. “The players vote on the

2006, red-shirt freshman

184-of-299 passing, 2,237 passing yards, 19 touchdowns, six interceptions with 141.3 efficiency rating.

captain so he was selected by his peers. That speaks volumes about the type of person he is,” Pedone added. The 6-foot-3 quarterback is also a candidate for the Walter Payton Award as one of 20 players on an official watch list for the honor. Randolph is the No. 31 ranked quarterback for the 2010 NFL draft across all divisions of college football according to Sports Illustrated’s SI.com Draft Tracker.

McNick kicker breaks Huber’s record By Mark Chalifoux mchalifoux@communitypress.com

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Kicker Tim Gormly nails the extra point attempt after a McNicholas touchdown against Turpin.

McNicholas High School senior kicker Tim Gormly has some privileged company when it comes to great Rockets kickers as the fouryear kicker broke two school records during his time at McNick. Gormly set the career field goal record (19) and the career scoring record (132). The records Gormly broke belonged to one of the top kickers the area has produced, Kevin Huber, who now plays for the Cincinnati Bengals. “It’s just pretty cool to say I broke the record of a current pro football player,” Gormly said. “It was just satisfying, I worked pretty hard to make it as far as I did.” McNick head football coach Steve Klonne said Gormly, a four-year starter at kicker, has always had a good demeanor. “He was always very confident and even-keeled,” Klonne said. “Pressure did-

n’t bother him much and he was extremely consistent for us.” Klonne said it was a big deal for Gormly to break Huber’s record, as he called Huber “the measure of kickers in Cincinnati.” Klonne described Gormly as a great team player with a strong work ethic and as a player who responded well to adversity. McNick’s punter was lost for the season in the first game of the year and Gormly stepped right in to assume the rest of the kicking duties for the Rockets, in addition to placekicking and kickoffs. “He just added to our team by being able to do everything,” Klonne said. “He’s a great kid. He gets good grades and he’s good in school and good on the field.” Gormly, who got into kicking after playing select soccer in grade school, said he’s had several big highlights in his career, outside of breaking records. His sophomore year, he had to kick a game winning

extra point in a comeback win against Badin. “My heart was going about 1,000 miles per hour but it was good and I turned and some of the coaches and players had run onto the field and picked me up,” he said. “To have something happen like that was pretty cool.” He also had to kick a game-winning extra point in overtime against Chaminade this season. Gormly said he’s considering the possibility of playing football in college at a Division III school but that he hasn’t decided whether or not to continue playing. Gormly, who is also a second-baseman for the McNick baseball team, said football is his favorite sport and that his teammates’ faith in him made kicking easier. “With football I love that you’re around the same group of guys year-round and the bond is something you can’t describe,” he said. “And knowing my teammates had confidence in me made things easier.”

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November 18, 2009

UC Clermont wins 1st state title

With a three game win over Ohio University-Lancaster in the finals, the UC Clermont volleyball team captured the championship of the Ohio Regional Campus State Tournament.

Nationals

The team went on to take fourth place at the U.S. Collegiate Athletic Association National Tournament in

Louisville, Ky., Nov. 5-7, losing in the semi-finals to Spalding University. It was the first time the Cougars reached the Final Four in the USCAA National Championship Tournament. Nationals began Nov. 5 with two rounds of “best two-out-of-three” preliminary pool play. UC Clermont College faced a familiar foe in round one: Ohio State University-Marion. The Cougars controlled play and swept the Scarlet Wave 25-13, 25-20. Clermont finished the day undefeated by also sweeping Penn State University-Mont Alto 25-10, 25-21.

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Pool play continued on Friday morning, Nov. 6, with rounds three and four. Clermont battled two strong teams: No. 1 Spalding University (20-25, 24-26) and No. 3 Robert Morris-Springfield (18-25, 25-22, 1825), but were not quite able to pull out wins. The results left the Cougars third in their pool and set up a quarterfinal match with No. 4 Rochester College. The Friday evening quarterfinals provided one of the highlights of the 2009 season. Rochester got off to a fast start by taking the first set 25-15. At this point, the “experts” had Rochester walking away with the contest. No one, however, told the Cougars. Clermont roared back into the match by winning the next two sets 25-23 and 25-15. After Rochester settled down to take set four 25-15, the nail-biting drama began. Rochester grabbed the early lead in set five, but Clermont was able to recover and fight back to a 12-12 tie. At this point, some potent offense, great hustle and a key solo block from Sarah Shumate allowed the Cougars to take the final three points for the 15-12 victory. Pandemonium broke out on the floor and in the stands as Clermont moved on to the Final Four on Saturday, Nov. 7. Semi-final action proved to be quite a learning experience for the Cougars as the teams turned up the intensity and level of play. Clermont earned a rematch with Spalding University. Even thought Clermont fought hard, Spalding proved why they were the defending national champs as they took the Cougars 25-15, 25-19, 25-20. UC Clermont then completed their 25-7 season with a Consolation Game loss to Southern Virginia University.

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The state victory made history as it represents the first-ever state championship for the UC Clermont volleyball program. The Cougars reached the championship match in 2001, but lost to MiamiMiddletown in that contest. UC Clermont College has

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The University of Cincinnati Clermont College volleyball team celebrates winning the state championship for the first time. In front, from left, are Rachel Ferguson, Jaci Stewart, Sarah Shumate and Rachel Hays. In back, from left, are Assistant Coach Whitney Moore, Courtney Davis, Lauren Bradford, Kelley Koons, Erica Hoctor, Head Coach Joe Harpring and Cindy Votel.

UC Clermont volleyball at nationals

• Nov. 5 - Preliminary Pool Play: UC Clermont beat Ohio State University-Marion 25-13, 25-20. UC Clermont beat Penn State-Mont Alto 25-10, 25-21. • Nov. 6 - Preliminary Pool Play: Spalding University beat UC Clermont 25-20, 26-24. Robert Morris-Springfield beat UC Clermont 25-18, 22-25, 25-18. UC Clermont finished third in their pool. • Nov. 6 - Quarterfinals: UC Clermont beat Rochester College 1525, 25-23, 25-15, 15-25, 15-12. • Nov. 7 - Semi-Finals Spalding University beat UC Clermont 2515, 25-19, 25-20. • Third-place game: Southern Virginia University def. UC Clermont 25-19, 25-14, 25-17. also not participated in the event the last three years as it coincided with the U.S. Collegiate Athletic Association National Championship Tournament. The Cougars entered the tournament as the number one seed, a reward for an undefeated season in Ohio Regional Campus Conference (ORCC) play. They faced Ohio State University-Lima – a team they had beaten twice during the regular season. The Cougars continued this trend with a 25-10, 25-12, 25-20 sweep of the Barons. This victory propelled the Cougars into the semi-finals the next day. UC Clermont’s semi-final opponent was Ohio State University-Newark. Until recently, the Titans had dominated the eastern division of the ORCC by winning six consecutive regular season titles – a streak broken this year by Ohio University – Lancaster. Newark was still quite a force as the match was a high-paced, intense affair. Clermont’s blocking

made the difference early as the Cougars took the first game 25-17. After a thrilling 29-27 second game win, Newark turned the tables 18-25. Game four saw Clermont resume control as the Cougars finished off the Titans 25-17. Clermont hit a stellar .330 for the contest and recorded 60 digs. With this victory, the Cougars advanced to the championship match against a team they had faced and defeated early in the year – number two seeded Ohio UniversityLancaster. The contest proved to be worthy of a championship match as the teams exchanged leads often. Game one went extra points before Clermont prevailed 27-25. Propelled by 11 service aces, the Cougars took game two 25-19 and held on for a 25-23 game three win. Two Clermont players received awards during post game ceremonies. Senior Kelley Koons was named the tournament Most Valu-

Conference awards

During the tournament banquet, the following UC Clermont volleyball players received awards: • Kelley Koons (Miamisburg High School) First Team USCAA AllAmerican, OCAC First Team All-Conference and Ohio Collegiate Athletic Conference player of the year • Lauren Bradford (Norwood High School) Honorable Mention USCAA AllAmerican, OCAC First Team All-Conference • Erica Hoctor (Turpin High School) - Honorable Mention USCAA All-American • Cindy Votel, a sophomore libero from Bellevue High School, Jaci Stewart, a junior outside hitter from Blanchester High School and Rachel Hays, a freshman middle hitter from Amelia High School all were named to Second Team AllConference. able Player. Sophomore Lauren Bradford was also named to the All-Tournament team. “Even though only two players received awards, all nine members of our rotation had an exceptional tournament and allowed us to make history,” said UC Clermont Head Coach Joe Harpring. “The team saved some of their best volleyball of the year for this contest. I’m very proud of these kids and the way they came together as a team to achieve their goal.”

Lions fall, prepare for playoffs By Tony Meale tmeale@communitypress.com

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One win away from an undefeated regular season, the Mount St. Joseph football team fell 42-17 in the 14th annual Bridge Bowl Nov. 14. Thomas More leads the all-time series 11-3. Mount St. Joe, which finishes the regular season 91, won the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference title for the fourth time in the last six years. They defeated Wilmington, Lakeland, Rose-Hulman, Bluffton, Anderson, Hanover, Franklin, Manchester and Defiance before falling to Thomas More. The Lions entered the week ranked 17th in the country in the American Football Coaches Association Division III Poll and 25th in the D3Football.com Top 25 Poll. The Lions now prepare for the postseason; they open tournament play Nov.

21 against a team to be determined. Despite the loss to Thomas More, head coach Rod Huber has been particularly impressed with the way his team has rebounded from a 5-5 season in 2008. “This team has something I can’t coach,” Huber said. “They’ve got chemistry. They care about each other and their coaches. We’ve got some players, but this is not an overly athletic team. It’s a bunch of bluecollar guys who work hard.” Mount St. Joe features an explosive pro-style offense that is scoring 35.8 points per game with an average margin of victory of 16.6. Defensively, the Lions are yielding nearly 20 points per game, but they have forced 10 interceptions, including two each by freshman defensive back Jerrick Boykin (Glen Este) and senior defensive back Ryan Smithmeyer (Elder).

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I wish to express my sincere gratitude to the residents of Union Township. Although I did not win the election for trustee, I appreciate the large amount of support that I did receive and I appreciate all the kind words and encouragement that you gave me. I wish to express my congratulations to Mr. Tim Donnellon and Mr. Robert McGee for winning the election. I plan to keep on working for the residents of Union Township and helping them to address any concerns the residents have. I plan to run again in two years to insure the progress we have made is completed. I hope more people will become active in Union Township and attend the trustee meetings. The board of trustees needs input from all the people of Union Township in order to help them make the best decisions. If people stay active we will not have a repeat of poor decision making and wasted money. Let’s take this opportunity to make a difference. Let’s make sure we keep “trust” in trustee. Please e-mail any concerns to mcgrawfortrustee@fuse.net. John K. McGraw Blainfield Court Batavia

Levy passes by 2 percent

To the safety department, appointed and elected officials of Union Township. The safety levy passed by only two percent. Now, that means those that were for this levy won the vote and the results stand. The tax increase will take place. But, let’s look at this in a different light, 51 percent of those voting voted “yes” and 49 percent of those voting voted “no.” In a township of 44,000-plus people ... 272 more people voted “yes” than those that voted “no.” So, let’s take this victory and make the most of it. If this had

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been a presidential election year, this levy may have been in the other column. Thank God, the voters in Union Township don’t care about being taxed. Somebody once said it’s not how you play the game but whether you win or lose, how true, how true. Timing is everything. Jim Pennington Locust Lane Union Township

Defend free speech

Another day, another dollar and another freedom undermined. Upon the founding of this nation, our forefathers risked their lives for the freedoms we inherited, many have since sacrificed all to retain them and now we see the officials of Amelia cowardly bow to the altar of the ACLU fearing to use the word Christmas. How sad the town has been advised to surrender. We won just such an issue against the Clermont County Public Library regarding freedom of speech. See details on our blog at www.4freespeech-4freespeech. blogspot.com. Elected officials who either deliberately ignore our Constitution and Declaration or are willfully ignorant do not deserve to hold office. Read both documents and you will find no such phrase as separation of church and state, but limits on government intrusion. The Alliance Defense Fund defended our rights and is interested in defending Amelia (should the need arise) free of charge. When this letter was sent, the Amelia Christmas Parade was in the process of being canceled. At present, private sponsors may rescue the parade. However, the principle expressed stands: We are a free people with God-given rights, and we need not be frightened of those who oppose free speech. George and Cathy Vandergriff Concord Road Amelia

OFFICIALS DIRECTORY Ohio House of Representatives

Ohio Rep. Danny Bubp (R-88th District) may be reached for questions or concerns at his Columbus office at 614-466-8134 or via e-mail at district866@ohr.state.oh.us.

Ohio Senate

Ohio Sen. Tom Niehaus may be reached at 614-466-8082, e-mail tniehaus@mailr.sen.state.oh.us, or write Ohio Senate, Room 38, Statehouse, Columbus, Ohio 43215. Include your home telephone number and address.

U.S. House of Representatives

U.S. Rep. Jean Schmidt (R- 2nd District 238 Cannon House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515 Phone: 1-800-784-6366 • Cincinnati office: 8044 Montgomery Road, Room 540, Cincinnati, Ohio 45236. Phone: 513-791-0381 or 1-800-784-6366 • Batavia office, 175 E. Main St., Batavia, Ohio 45103. Phone: 513-7322948.

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Is “Sesame Street” still relevant today, 40 years after its debut? What are your favorite memories of the show? “‘Sesame’was great for my kids and now my grandchildren are learning from and relating to it as well. I like the way this show uses music to enhance learning. I relate most to Oscar the Grouch.” G.G. “Ever since they bowed to political correctness and sent ‘Cookie Monster’ off into the twilight they lost me!” C.J.W.

“‘Sesame Street’ is still relevant because teaching our youngest learners the basics of reading, math and good behavior never goes out of style. I love that the characters that kept me entertained are still around to entertain my children. The addition of new characters has allowed it to stay current while maintaining the same, loving format we enjoyed years ago. I cried when Big Bird told us that Mr. Hooper had died. No kids show today would take on the tough topic of death or some of the other issues they've handled over the years.” J.H.

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Batavia students continue to suffer I would like to take a few minutes and comment on the most recent bond failure. To those who voted for the bond issue, thank you ... for those who didn’t, shame on you. We had, and now lost, a great opportunity to give the children of our community a new, safe and clean elementary school. Now, with the expected (and forewarned) changes in state funding, this opportunity may be gone forever. I find a certain amount of irony that the citizens of Batavia were “on board” with fully funding a new high school, yet they won’t support a project that was nearly funded by the state. All the board of education wanted to build was a new elementary school, our greatest and most extensive need. We weren’t pushing a “Taj Mahal,” a cost laden palace ... none of that, just a new, safe and clean school. No overcrowded

classrooms, no leaky roofs, no 100-plus or freezing cold classrooms, no mold, no leaking sewage drains ... a facility that we could send our Mark Ewing children to with Community the confidence Press guest that they are and healthy columnist safe and with all the technological benefits available, all of this for less than 50 cents a day ... amazing. We heard things like “I graduated from there in 1930 ... it was good enough for me, it should be good enough now.” To that I would have to respectfully respond ... really? In the ‘30s, we didn’t have trans-continental flight, freeways, computers, cell

phones, Internet ... as a matter of fact we were three decades away from space travel. I think that we need to educate our children in and for the 21st century ... not the early part of the 20th. Our opposition illegally placed signs and flyers around our area with truths and misinformation ... and people took it for face value. No one ever called to check or verify ... they took the word of a few and decided accordingly. It’s easy to say “we support our schools,” but it’s clear that this was only “lip service” as the election results have shown. Forcing our children to stay in a building that has so many issues isn’t “supporting” our schools ... it’s sending a message to the children who go there ... you’re not worth a new, clean or safe facility ... too bad kids. Mark Ewing is board president for Batavia board of education.

Amelia has the Christmas phobia It has come to my attention that you are endorsing the cancellation of Amelia’s annual Christmas parade due to extreme trepidation of a possible lawsuit, your reason being “separation of church and state.” Allow me to extrapolate on the meaning behind that quote which is often misconstrued by the offering of only a scintilla of the whole. The aforementioned quote was taken from letters between President Thomas Jefferson and the Baptist Association of Danbury, Connecticut, with not even a penumbra descried in any of our founding documents. Here is the quote in its entirety: “The 1st Amendment has erected a wall of separation between church and state, but that wall is a one direc-

tional wall: It keeps the government from running the church, but it makes sure that Christian principles will always stay in governSarah E. ment.” It is plain to Vandergriff see that what is Community now interpreted Press guest by means of columnist casuistry from an excerpt of the whole is entirely different from what the author intended. He had no intention whatsoever of allowing the government to interfere with public religious practices. The intention was merely to make cer-

tain that no state religion was established. In fact, the origin of what we know today as “separation of church and state” is a direct result of the IRS 501 (c) (3) regulation orchestrated in 1954 by then Senator Lyndon B. Johnson. When it was discovered that he was involved in some unscrupulous business dealings and the churches began to herald the fact, he conveniently silenced the opposition by means of this regulation. Hence today, we have the Christmas phobia. It is my hope that this letter was informative to you and will assist you in making further decisions regarding this issue. Sarah E. Vandergriff is in her 12th year of homeschool education. She lives on Concord Road in Amelia.

Thank you West Clermont voters Nov. 3 was a very important day for me. It was the day that I was elected to the West Clermont school board. I am very grateful that so many people came out to vote and that they decided to put their trust and faith in supporting me. I would like to thank the voters of the West Clermont Local School District for their vote of confidence in electing me. I would also like to thank the members of the community and businesses that allowed me to place my signs in their yards and in front of their businesses. I would like to thank my friends who supported me with monetary donations and the donation of their time in putting up signs, passing out campaign

literature, and working the polls for me on election day. I would like to thank my treasurer, Linda LaDow, for all of her help and Denise Smith hard work. Most imporCommunity tantly, I would Press guest like to thank my columnist h u s b a n d , Patrick, my son, Justin, and my daughter, Amanda for their love and encouragement. I would have not been successful without all of you. I am looking forward to taking my seat on the board in January. It cannot come fast enough for me. I

“We loved everything about ‘Sesame Street’ when my daughter was growing up, and it’s so much fun to see how much my grandchildren enjoy the same characters. I used to enjoy the send-ups of popular singers. It was over the kids’ heads, but I loved it! Bruce Stringbean’s ‘Born To Add,’ along with some of those other rock parodies, The Beetles and ‘Letter B’ and ‘Hey Food;’ Mick Swagger and the Cobble Stones singing ‘(I Can’t Get No) Co-Operation)’; Moe Cocker with ‘A Little Yelp From My Friends;’ Billy Idle with ‘Rebel L.’ Classic. S.H.M.

plan to help our schools continue their excellence in providing quality education for the children of our community. I hope to help problem-solve our finances so that we can continue to operate our schools and their programs with minimal cuts. I plan to be a visible board member and attend school functions and activities. I look forward to meeting and working with the parents, teachers and members of our community to make our schools a safe and healthy environment for our children to learn. Again, many thanks for electing me to your school board. Denise Smith is a newly elected West Clermont school board member. She lives on Laurel Grove Court in Union Township.

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“The mission is the same today as it was then. There are still kids who are being educated by it. Plus it has a following of people who grew up on it and are raising kids today. I always loved the skits with the aliens ... yep yep yep.” A.H.

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“Sesame Street was a big part of my twin granddaughters’ life. Courtney was very seriously attached to Grover and Sarah was attached to Big Bird. When Courtney had surgery on her left leg, so did Grover. They both came out of surgery sporting a beautiful pink cast on their left leg. Big Bird and Grover made a surprise visit on

their fifth birthday and Sarah was frightened so that ended her relationship with him. But at almost 21 years old I am sure Grover is still in someone’s memory. P.S. I dressed as Cookie Monster myself in a Shriner parade 20 years ago and won a prize for our organization.” I.K.

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Jerry’s Cheesecakes owner Chris Freyler applies decorative pink fondant to a cake.

Bridezillas visits Jerry’s Cheesecakes By Brian O’Donnell clermont@communitypress.com

From cakes styled after electric guitars to a rainforest-themed cake with bride and groom monkeys molded from creamy cheesecake, Jerry’s Cheesecakes custom sculpts confections with enough swagger to appease even a Bridezilla. Family owned, Jerry Freyler opened his cheesecake business 22 years ago and has drawn customers from Louisville to Toledo. His brother, Chris, took ownership three years ago. Chris got his start in cheesecakes at age 13 decorating his brother’s cakes and by age 15, he was creating his own cakes. Recently, Jerry’s Cheesecakes received a call that one of their customers would appear on the WE tv cable network show “Bridezillas,” and would film a segment on location at their Miami Township store. “We were petrified of that, but it turned out really well,” said Lisa Williams, Jerry’s Cheesecakes wedding consultant. With the wedding ceremony taking place Halloween weekend, the brideto-be requested a Halloween-themed cake. Williams recalls how the

Bridezilla wanted a cemetery feel on top the cake. “It was tastefully done,” she said. The end result was a lavender colored cake with deeper purple spider webs topped with a Frankenstein and Bride of Frankenstein surrounded by votive lights and fabric. “I’ve seen a cake tasting gone bad on Bridezilla,” said Williams about her worries of filming the segment that is scheduled to air in March or April. Despite the bride being matter of fact and to the point, Williams insists her customer wasn’t being a “Bridezilla” and showed her excitement for the cake through compliments. Chris designs cakes for any occasion and they are available in more than 35 flavors with strawberry almond cream cake as one of the most popular. They also can create custom bakery cakes and cupcakes in addition to building a tiered mix of bakery cake and cheesecake. Jerry’s Cheesecakes also offers cake decorating classes Monday nights. Their sweets can be found at many area restaurants and stores as they continue their plans to expand. The Web site is www. jerryscheesecakes.com.

THINGS TO DO Volunteer event

The Salvation Army of Batavia is hosting the Clermont County Christmas SignUps from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at its Service Center, 87 N. Market St. in Batavia. The signups are for the Christmas assistance program. Bring a photo ID, Social Security cards for all members of household, proof of income and proof of residency. Call 732-6328.

Student theater

Glen Este High School is presenting “You Can’t Take It With You” at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at Glen Este High School, 4342 Glen Este-Withamsville Road. The cost is $7 or $5 for seniors and students. Tickets are required. The play will run through Saturday, Nov. 21. Call 947-7611.

See a movie

Clermont County Public Library is hosting Wednesday at the Movies at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25, at the Doris Wood Branch Library, 180 S. Third St. in Batavia. This month’s film is “Munyurangabo,” directed by Lee Isaac Chung of Rwanda.

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A number of Gold Star families were recognized during the service.

The Missman family salute the memorial flag for Gregory Missman, who was killed in Afghanistan in July. From left are Donna Missman Turner, Jim Missman, Jack Missman, Brooke Missman Elkin and Steve Tam, a members of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 649.

Covenant signed during memorial service

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Clermont County’s leaders made a promise to support the troops and their families by signing Ohio’s first Community Covenant. A number of county leaders signed the covenant during the Union Township Veterans Memorial Saturday, Nov. 7. Lt. Col. Willie Harris, an Army media relations officer at the Pentagon, said Clermont County was asked to sign a covenant because of their patriotism. “We have always been mindful of the good works that Keith Maupin and the (Yellow Ribbon Support Center) have done for veterans,” Harris said. “We approached Clermont County because of the patriotism they have shown throughout the years.” Harris said the Community Covenant is something the Army initiated in April 2008. He said the goal is engage America’s communities and raise awareness of the need for support to military personnel and their

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Connor Hawkins, of Milford, pays his respects to the POW/MIAs during the Union Township Veterans Day memorial Nov. 7. families. “Basically, it’s a symbolic show of support,” Harris said. Proud said signing the covenant was “a no brainer for Clermont County. This is something we already do 24/7/365.”

Also during the memorial service, Gold Star families were recognized and flags were placed on thousands of white crosses in honor of Clermont County’s fallen heroes and others who were killed in the line of duty. “I think the covenant

shows that the Army recognizes how passionate, sincere and caring Clermont County is in supporting the veterans and their families,” said memorial organizer Regina Herbolt.

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The event is free and open to adults. Call 732-2128 or visit www.clermontlibrary.org.

Fundraiser

The Nick Erdy Foundation is hosting a fundraiser at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at Norlyn Manor, 4440 Ohio 132, Batavia Township. The event features Texas Roadhouse dinner, open bar, dancing and called and silent auctions. Benefits the Nick Erdy Foundation. The cost is $50 and reservations are required. Call 965-0437.

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The parade’s grand marshal, Joe Johnston of Jackson Township, chats with Ohio House Representative Joe Uecker.

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The Syrian Shriners Escort Unit based out of Cincinnati also took part in the annual parade.

Annual parade celebrates Veterans Day

Be thankful

Eastgate Community Church is hosting Thanksgiving dinner from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, at American Legion Post 72, 497 Old Ohio 74, Mount Carmel. The event includes music by Eastgate Community Church band, children’s choir and rap artist Joel Frame. Call 943-3926 or visit eastgatecommunitychurch.com.

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John Miller of VFW Post 3954 in Batavia attaches flags to the back of a truck to get ready for the parade.

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The Amelia High School marching band lines up before the parade.

The cool weather didn’t stop people from across Clermont County from pouring into Batavia Wednesday, Nov. 11, for the annual Veterans Day Parade. Everyone from high school marching bands to Boy Scout packs marched in the parade while people

lined Batavia’s Main Street to watch. Jackson Township resident Joe Johnston was the parade’s grand marshal. Johnston is a retired Army colonel who served as a paratrooper and ranger in Vietnam and Persian Gulf conflicts.

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LITERARY - BOOK CLUBS

Mystery Book Club, 12:30 p.m. “The Case of the Glamorous Ghost” by Erle Stanley Gardner. Milford-Miami Township Branch Library, 1099 Ohio 131. Adults. Bring bag lunch. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 248-0700. Milford.

LITERARY - STORY TIMES

Drop-In Preschool Story Time, 11:30 a.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.

FASHION SHOWS

Gifts Glam and Girlfriends, 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Latitudes, 18 Main St. View hottest gifts of the year. Special pricing from several vendors such as Golf Chic Boutique, 31 Gifts, Bling! and Perfections Salon. Enter to win free weekend Lexus lease and Richter & Phillips sterling silver bracelet. Free. Presented by Cincy Chic. 721-2445; http://cincychic.com. Milford.

FOOD & DRINK

Fish Fry, 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Fraternal Order of Eagles 2289, 265 Foundry. Fish, coleslaw, french fries, hush puppies and beverages. Carryout available. $8 meal; $4 sandwich. 732-9035. Batavia.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Getting Support for Grief and Loss During the Holidays, 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. InnerVisions Books, 8556 Beechmont Ave. Assists people in honoring their grief. Registration requested. Presented by Catholic Charities SouthWestern Ohio. 241-7745. Anderson Township.

VOLUNTEER EVENTS

Clermont County Christmas Sign-Ups, 3 p.m.-7 p.m. Salvation Army Worship and Service Center, 87 N. Market St. Sign-ups for Christmas assistance program. Bring photo ID, Social Security cards for all members of household, proof of income and proof of residency. Free. Presented by The Salvation Army of Batavia. 732-6328. Batavia. F R I D A Y, N O V. 2 0

CIVIC

Legislative Luncheon, 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m. Congresswoman Jean Schmidt will hear your concerns about federal issues. Receptions Banquet and Conference Center, 4450 Eastgate Blvd. $50, $38 members. Reservations required. 576-5000; www.clermontchamber.com. Eastgate.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Frontier Squares, 8 p.m. American Legion Post 450, 450 Victor Stier Drive. Plus level square and round dance club for experienced dancers. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427. Milford.

CRAFT SHOWS

Holiday Sale, 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Mud Slinger Studio, 6888 Clubside Drive. Pottery, jewelry, and more. 697-7070; www.holidayartsale.com. Loveland.

EDUCATION

Earthworks: Virtual Explorations of the Ancient Ohio Valley, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Woodland Mound, $1, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Anderson Township. Job Search Skills Workshops, 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Anderson Senior Center, 7970 Beechmont Ave. Workshops provide technically oriented learning opportunities for anyone currently in job transition. Ages 18 and up. Free. 474-3100; jobsearchlearninglabs.wikidot.com. Anderson Township.

CRAFT SHOWS

Holly Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Marr-Cook Elementary School, 6700 Goshen Road. Craft show and business expo. Includes silent auction, raffles and food. Free. Presented by Goshen Lions Club. 575-3006; www.goshenlionsclub.com. Goshen Township.

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ON STAGE - THEATER

Miss Saigon, 7:30 p.m. Loveland Stage Company Theatre, 111 Second St. Musical about the fall of Saigon during Vietnam War. Contains adult language and situations. $19, $16 seniors and students. Presented by Loveland Stage Company. Through Nov. 21. 697-6769. Loveland.

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HEALTH / WELLNESS

Health Screening, 9 a.m.-noon, Homan Chiropractic, 4380 Glen Este-Withamsville Road. Blood pressure, height, weight, foot and spinal screenings. Walk-ins welcome. Free. Appointment recommended. 753-6325. Eastgate.

ON STAGE - STUDENT THEATER

You Can’t Take It With You, 7 p.m. Glen Este High School, 4342 Glen Este-Withamsville Road. $7, $5 seniors and students. Tickets required. Through Nov. 21. 947-7611. Union Township.

ON STAGE - THEATER

Miss Saigon, 7:30 p.m. Loveland Stage Company Theatre, $19, $16 seniors and students. 697-6769. Loveland. Antiques Road Kill, 7:30 p.m. Clermont Inn, 180 E. Main St. Interactive murder-mystery comedy. Includes dinner. $30. Reservations required. Presented by The Clermont Inn Players. Through Nov. 21. 732-2174. Batavia.

VOLUNTEER EVENTS

Clermont County Christmas Sign-Ups, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Salvation Army Worship and Service Center. Free. 732-6328. Batavia. S A T U R D A Y, N O V. 2 1

ART EXHIBITS

Earthly Treasures: Masterworks for Nature Art Show, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, auditorium. Twelve regional artists, some of national and international acclaim, comprise Masterworks for Nature. Exhibit, featuring artwork depicting nature’s bounty and beauty, includes original oil, acrylic and watercolor paintings, and woodcarving and bronze sculpture. Prints available. Free Monday; $3 adult, $1 ages 3-12 Tuesday-Friday; $5 adult, $1 ages 3-12 Saturday-Sunday. 831-1711; www.cincynature.org. Union Township.

BENEFITS

Nick Erdy Foundation Fundraiser, 5:30 p.m. Norlyn Manor, 4440 Ohio 132. Texas Roadhouse dinner, open bar, dancing and live and silent auctions. Benefits Nick Erdy Foundation. $50. Reservations required. Presented by Nick Erdy Foundation. 965-0437. Batavia.

BUSINESS MEETINGS

Family Breakfast Meeting, 9 a.m. With guest speaker Dr. Davidson. Golden Corral Eastgate, 4394 Glen Este-Withamsville Road. $8 adults, $4 children. Reservations required by Nov. 16. Presented by Business Men’s Fellowship USA Cincinnati-East Chapter. 8312029. Eastgate.

Ohio Valley Fruit & Vegetable Growers Association Market, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Milford Shopping Center, 1025 Lila Ave. Group of local growers sell fruits, vegetables, honey, potted flowers, cut flowers, herbs, seasonal decorations and more. Severe weather may shorten market times. Presented by Ohio Valley Fruit & Vegetable Growers Association. 633-5218; http://milfordfarmersmarket.com. Milford.

HOLIDAY - CHRISTMAS

Light Up Goshen Parade, 4:30 p.m. MarrCook Elementary School, 6700 Goshen Road. Parade route: Goshen Road to State Route 28, turn left and proceed to Dick Flynn Boulevard and ending at Kroger. Christmas tree lighting with Santa follows parade at town center. Includes hot chocolate, drinks, food and caroling. Free. Presented by Goshen Chamber of Commerce. 891-1336. Goshen Township.

HOLIDAY THANKSGIVING

Be Thankful Thanksgiving Carryin Dinner, 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Laurel United Methodist Church, 1885 Laurel Lindale Road. Bring one or two covered dishes to share. 553-3043. New Richmond.

MUSIC - CLASSIC ROCK

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Eastgate Community Church is hosting Thanksgiving Dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, at American Legion Post 72, 497 Old Ohio 74, Mount Carmel. The event includes music by Eastgate Community Church band, children’s choir and rap artist Joel Frame. The event is free. Call 943-3926 or visit eastgatecommunitychurch.com. M O N D A Y, N O V. 2 3

ART EXHIBITS Earthly Treasures: Masterworks for Nature Art Show, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods. Free Monday; $3 adult, $1 ages 3-12 Tuesday-Friday; $5 adult, $1 ages 3-12 Saturday-Sunday. 8311711; www.cincynature.org. Union Township. BARS/CLUBS

Sidewinder Band, 9:30 p.m. The Shaffer Shack, 4700 Ohio 276. $3. 782-9899. Batavia.

Live Trivia, 8 p.m.-11 p.m. Smokey Bones Bar and Fire Grill, 509 Ohio Pike. Presented by B and B Entertainment. Through Dec. 28. 5281725. Cherry Grove.

MUSIC - R&B

EXERCISE CLASSES

Basic Truth, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Latitudes, 18 Main St. Ages 21 and up. Free. 831-9888. Milford.

ON STAGE - THEATER

Antiques Road Kill, 7:30 p.m. Clermont Inn, $30. Reservations required. 732-2174. Batavia.

RECREATION

Euchre Tournament, 2 p.m. American Legion Post 72, 497 Old Ohio 74. $10. 659-5803. Mount Carmel. Wii Play!, 1 p.m. Goshen Branch Library, 6678 Ohio 132. For teens. Free. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 722-1221; www.clermontlibrary.org. Goshen. Turkey Shoot, 1 p.m. American Legion Post 237, 2215 Memory Lane. Free, additional cost to shoot. 732-0331. Batavia. S U N D A Y, N O V. 2 2

ART EXHIBITS

Earthly Treasures: Masterworks for Nature Art Show, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Opening reception 2-4:30 p.m. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods. Free Monday; $3 adult, $1 ages 3-12 Tuesday-Friday; $5 adult, $1 ages 3-12 Saturday-Sunday. 8311711; www.cincynature.org. Union Township.

Zumba Fitness Class, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Clough United Methodist Church, $5. 3794900. Anderson Township. Jazzercise, 9:30 a.m. Anderson Hills Christian Church, $36 per month for unlimited classes. 407-9292. Anderson Township.

KARAOKE

AND OPEN MIC Open Mic Night, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Mama Vita’s, 6405 Branch Hill Guinea Pike. Pub. Hosted by Jerome. Free. 697-9705. Loveland. T U E S D A Y, N O V. 2 4

ART EXHIBITS

Earthly Treasures: Masterworks for Nature Art Show, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods. Free Monday; $3 adult, $1 ages 3-12 Tuesday-Friday; $5 adult, $1 ages 3-12 Saturday-Sunday. 8311711; www.cincynature.org. Union Township.

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COMMUNITY DANCE

Pierce Township Square Dance Classes, 7:30 p.m. Locust Corner Elementary School, 3431 Locust Corner Road. Beechmont Square Dance Club beginner square dance class. No prior dance experience necessary. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 859-441-9155; www.so-nkysdf.com. Pierce Township.

LITERARY - BOOK CLUBS

Spinebenders Book Club, 7 p.m. “Life of Pi” by Yann Martel. New Richmond Branch Library, 103 River Valley Blvd. Adults. Free. 553-0570. New Richmond.

LITERARY - STORY TIMES

Drop-In Toddler Time Story Time, 10:30 a.m. Union Township Branch Library, 4462 Mount Carmel-Tobasco Road. Ages 18 months to 3 years. Stories, songs and play. 528-1744. Union Township.

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Bingo, 7 p.m. American Legion Post 72, 497 Old Ohio 74. $15. 528-9909. Mount Carmel.

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Ohio Valley Fruit & Vegetable Growers Association Market, 2 p.m.-5 p.m. Milford Shopping Center, 633-5218; http://milfordfarmersmarket.com. Milford.

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Story Time, 10:30 a.m. Milford-Miami Township Branch Library, 1099 Ohio 131. Stories, dance and crafts. All ages. Free. Registration required. 248-0700; www.clermontlibrary.org. Milford.

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Henry Ford Squares, 5:30 p.m. Union Township Civic Center, 4350 Aicholtz Road. Western style square dance club for experienced dancers with round dance and line dancing. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. Through Dec. 20. 929-2427. Union Township.

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Thanksgiving Dinner, 5 p.m.-8 p.m. American Legion Post 72, 497 Old Ohio 74. Includes music by Eastgate Community Church band, children’s choir and rap artist Joel Frame. Free. Presented by Eastgate Community Church. 943-3926; eastgatecommunitychurch.com. Mount Carmel. Thanksgiving Praise and 30th Anniversary Service, 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Faith Church, 5910 Price Road. Include music, drama and more. Childcare provided for children ages 4 and under. Free. 831-3770; www.faithchurch.net. Milford. PROVIDED

Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” will play the Aronoff Center through Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. through Saturday and at 2 p.m. Saturday; and at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday. It is the musical story of showbiz buddies putting on a show at a Vermont inn. Tickets are $24.50-$64.50. Call 1-800-982-2787 or visit www.broadwayacrossamerica.com/cincinnati.

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Overeaters Anonymous, 7 p.m. Eastgate Retirement Village, 776 Old Ohio 74. Small dining room. Presented by Greater Cincinnati O.A. Intergroup. 921-1922. Eastgate.

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November 18, 2009

Community Journal

Has marriage become too frail to carry our dreams? Marriage is being scrutinized today because of its disappearing stability. So is the earth being scrutinized because of its disappearing glaciers. So is organized religion because of its disappearing congregations. Whenever crucial elements of life start fading our concern for them escalates. We worry about marriage because of its immense impact on the collective and individual welfare of society. Our country has the highest divorce rate in the world. “We divorce, re-partner and remarry faster than people in any other country,” says Andrew Cherlin, a Johns Hopkins sociologist, in his book, “The MarriageGo-Round.” A recent column in Time magazine (Aug. 24 and 31) addressed the same concern titled, “Americans Marry Too Much.” It expressed a legitimate worry about our kids, “American kids are more likely than those in other developed countries to live in a household with a revolving cast of parents, stepparents, and live-in partners moving in and out

of their lives – a pattern which is definitely not good for children.” Father Lou w Cherlin a s Guntzelman amazed to Perspectives find out t h a t American kids born to married couples experienced 6 percent more household disruption by age 15 than Swedish kids born to unmarried parents. “Remember, we’re talking about the ‘avant-garde’ Swedes compared to the ‘conservative’ Americans,” Cherlin says. The bottom line is that while marriage is good for kids, it’s best when it results in a stable home. Or, as Cherlin puts it, “Many of the problems faced by American’s children stem not from parents marrying too little but rather too often.” What’s gone wrong? It would take volumes to try to assess. One factor is that most couples still embark on the marriage journey believing that “all we need is love and

good sex.” Interestingly, too many still mistake infatuation and active hormones as convincing proof that love exists. Nor do they realize what else is needed even when genuine love is present. M. Bridget Brennan and Jerome L. Shen, in their book “Claiming Our Deepest Desires,” point out important elements missing in today’s new marriages: “Navigational tools of communication, conflict resolution, deep listening, willingness to admit errors and wrongdoings, a sense of humor, trust and emotional maturity are all necessary in a good and lasting marriage.” To these I would add a solid sense of commitment. That’s not just a casual promise but a vow from the deepest core of ourself, that come good times or bad, we’ll both work on our relationship throughout life. A marriage relationship is a dynamic living organism undergoing various stages, cycles, rhythms and moods. Despite superficial premarriage “preparation courses” most go into a marriage relationship at a

A marriage relationship is a dynamic living organism undergoing various stages, cycles, rhythms and moods. Despite superficial pre-marriage “preparation courses” most go into a marriage relationship at a rather superficial level. rather superficial level. Few expect a lifetime of work. We do not know our self or our spouse as well as we think we do. And what we don’t know can hurt us. Marriage is a process of self-discovery as well as spouse-discovery. That’s why Gary and Betsy Ricucci quipped to newlyweds, “One of the

best wedding gifts God gave you was a full-length mirror called your spouse. Had there been a card attached, it would have said, ‘Here’s to helping you discover what you’re really like.’ ” Psychologically and spiritually the other human we marry is, in the truest sense, to be a helpmate in our selfawareness and growth.

The process of self-discovery and spouse discovery is an unending challenge. We are either going forward, going backward, or trying to live our relationship on cruise control – which means coasting along effortlessly. Yet, can anything loving, enduring and beautiful ever be constructed without personal effort? Father Lou Guntzelman is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Reach him at s or contact him directly at P.O. Box 428541, Cincinnati, OH 45242. Please include a mailing address or fax number if you wish for him to respond.

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November 18, 2009

Rita’s readers resurrect Fern’s beloved chili Writing this column week after week never gets “old” to me. As I’ve mentioned before, it’s the sharing of recipes and stories that make it a popular read. Apparently Fern Storer, food editor at the Cincinnati Post for a very long time, had the same relationship with her readers. When Rita P a m Heikenfeld T i m m e for Rita’s kitchen asked Fern’s chili recipe, I had no idea the response would be so great. I figured a few of you might have a copy. Well, not only did I get a couple dozen responses; one reader offered to send me a copy of Fern’s cookbook (and I will definitely accept!). So thanks, thanks, thanks to all of you who shared recipes and stories of this unique lady. I wish I had met her. I understand she was an enthusiastic gardener, as well. I know my Mom liked Fern’s recipes, and that to me was a great endorsement. I made the chili during a demo at Macy’s on Saturday, and everyone loved the mild taste and thick consistency.

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Jean King, a Loveland reader, brought this in personally to me. By the way, Fern was a

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Fern Storer’s chili with Rita's homemade cheddar cheese crackers very detailed recipe writer. She wanted her readers to be able to recreate her recipes without one problem. Here’s my adaptation from her 1989 cookbook. Mount Healthy reader Rob Hiller sent me the recipe, as well, along with the Cincinnati chili story Fern had as a sideline. Rob substituted 1⁄4 each ground cloves and allspice for the 6 whole called in the recipe. 1 pound ground beef (not hamburger – I used sirloin) 6 each: whole cloves and allspice, tied in cheesecloth, coffee filter, tea ball, etc. or 1 ⁄4 teaspoon each ground 1 ⁄2 of a medium-size onion, more if you like, chopped (I used about 1 cup) 1 clove garlic, finely minced, or 1⁄4 teaspoon powdered garlic or garlic salt (I used a teaspoon fresh garlic) Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon chili powder (start with 2 teaspoons) 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon dried oregano 28 oz. diced tomatoes 1 tablespoon brown sugar (I didn’t use) 1 ⁄4 teaspoon liquid hot pepper sauce, optional (I

Cook ground beef until red color is almost gone. Add everything but beans and wine. Simmer gently and cook uncovered, about 20 minutes. Add beans and wine and cook another 15 minutes or so. It will be fairly thick. If it becomes thicker than you like, a cup or so of water may be added. Also, if you cool and refrigerate it, you will probably need to add a little water to the amount you reheat. This will make eight to 10 generous servings.

Taffy apple salad for Thanksgiving

Reader Laurel Muhlenbruch shares this favorite recipe. She also shared a wonderful carrot cake recipe from her mother-in-law, Doris Szegda, who lives in Canandaigua, N.Y. The carrot cake is a much requested holiday and birthday cake recipe. It’s in our online version of this column at www.communitypress.com. 20 oz. pineapple chunks or crushed 2 cups mini-marshmallows 2 tablespoon flour 1 ⁄2 cup sugar 11⁄2 tablespoon white or cider vinegar 1 egg, well beaten 8 oz. Cool Whip

Taste of Lebanon

St. Anthony of Padua Church’s fall festival will take place noon to 6 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 22. The church is located at 2530 Victory Parkway, East Walnut Hills. The festival will feature authentic Lebanese cuisine made by the St. Anthony of Padua parishioners. Traditional dishes such as kibbee, falafel, stuffed cabbage rolls and grape leaves, hummus, salad, and green beans and rice will be available. There will be pastries for dessert. Food items are purchased à la carte and carryout is available. Parking is free. For details, call 513-961-0120.

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Leslie and Charlotte Glenn were married Nov. 27, 1959, at the United Methodist Church in Raymond, Washington. They have lived in Cincinnati for the past 50 years. The Glenns have three children: Michael, Marc and Angela, who all live in Amelia. They have two grandchildren – Tiffane Rae and Justin Glenn – and two great-grandchildren – Jozie Rae Jones and Kolton Jones of Amelia. Leslie works retail. In his spare time, he spends time collecting antiques and working in his yard and caring for his fish pond. Charlotte was a legal secretary for 35 years and has retired to crocheting and knitting items for the organization called “Touching Little Lives” where they donate items to the local hospitals for newborns and preemie babies. She also is semi-retired from professional cake decorating. PHOTOS PROVIDED.

11⁄2 cups chopped cocktail nuts 2 cups diced Jonathan apples, unpeeled Drain pineapple, keep juice. Mix pineapple chunks and marshmallows, refrigerate overnight. In saucepan over low heat, heat juice, sugar, flour, egg and vinegar. Stir continually and cook until thick. 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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November 18, 2009

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added a Jail and Bail to its special events, and held a breakfast that doubled the number of Emerging Leaders Society contributors. • TQL in Union Township, had 274 new donors who contributed $18,656; TQL’s total amount raised was $118,554. • Employees at PPG Industries in Milford raised $10,763, a 26-percent increase over its 2008 amount, with an 18-percent increase in participation. The PPG corporate gift was $4,000, a 14-percent increase over last year. “We also want to thank all the companies participating in Community Care Days,” said Blade. A total of 153 companies completed projects at 90 agencies and community partners, resulting in a savings to agencies of more than $440,000. PPG took part in Community Care Days for the first time this year, with employees donating a day to complete some major work on the home and yard of an area older adult through Clermont Senior Services, a United Way agency partner. For individuals not part of workplace campaigns, United Way’s microsite, www.wecanliveunited.org, is available. Contributions also can be sent to United Way at 2085 James Sauls Drive, Suite B, Batavia, OH 45103.

League of Women Voters to host holiday program If you are looking for a way to increase your civic engagement, plan to attend the Clermont County League of Women Voters Holiday Program. Members are welcoming guests and prospective members to a festive evening of holiday cheer. The program will be at 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, at Pinebrook Senior Living, 5877 Wolfpen-Pleasant Hill Road, in Miami Township. The evening will include dinner, Clermont County historical storytelling by local author and historian Richard Crawford, a Christmas cookie/candy exchange, and brief presentation on the good work of Clermont County Children’s Protective Services. Learn more about the important community work of League of Women Voters and enjoy some holiday cheer with new friends. The cost of the evening is $15. Reservations can be made on the League Web site www.lwvclermont.com or by calling 831-2997 or

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United Way of Greater Cincinnati - Eastern Area, has raised $1,293,280. “We want to thank everyone in the community – individuals, companies, schools, government offices – everyone who contributed,” said Marvin A. Blade, assistant dean, UC Clermont, and chair of the campaign that covers Brown and Clermont counties. “Our economic situation continues to have a major impact on the number of people seeking help,” he said. “Many of those seeking help are doing so for the first time. Calls to United Way 211, the community’s 24/7 connection to needed services, are at an all-time high. With the community’s support, United Way will be able to continue helping ensure children are prepared for kindergarten, youth achieve success in school and life, families are financially stable, and people are healthy and independent.” • The Midland Company in Batavia Township is among the region-wide United Way of Greater Cincinnati campaign’s top supporters. Raising a total of $484,325, it is ranked 16 among the Top 25, representing companies and organizations that made giving back to the community a top priority. These corporations are leaders in their industries and in philanthropic giving. Midland

A feller told me his sonin-law’s corn produced 231 bushels to the acre and some soybeans were yielding 50 bushels to the acre. This is great. God bless the farmers. Start your week by going to your favorite church and give the Good Lord thanks. 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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to the Rambler Center and set up for their craft show and it was a good one. There were lots of crafters and a nice crowd of folks looking for Christmas gifts and other items. The Owensville Historical Society held their meeting at the Owensville Commons Sunday afternoon. There were several of the residents who attended and enjoyed the meeting and the refreshments after the program. The Owensville Historical Society will be having their Christmas Dinner at the Jackson Township Hall Dec. 6 at 1 p.m. so if any of you would like to join the organization, please give us a call. The recent dry weather for the farmers to harvest their crops has been a blessing and we thank the Good Lord for this.

from 11 a.m. till 1 p.m. for the unemployed and underemployed. This will be a sitmeal George down with no Rooks carry outs. Ole The name has Fisherman she decided on is the Kitchen of Hope. Now last week I also wrote about a lady who was named Ohio State Grange Non-member Volunteer of the Year. This lady is Marie Pelfrey. She heads up the Free Clothing Store in Bethel and could use more donations of clothing, especially children’s clothing and coats. When you see her thank her and congratulate her for the work she does. Last Saturday Ruth Ann and I went up to Russellville

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Howdy folks; I was talking to a feller last week and he told me how they have a doggie seat in their car for their little dog. Now after thinking about this it makes sense because if a dog was jumping around in the vehicle it could cause a wreck. Folks would not want their dog or cat to be hurt, so it makes sense to have a doggie seat. There are several dinners and programs coming up for Thanksgiving and Christmas so get involved and enjoy. Check with your neighbors and furnish them a meal if the need is there. The Monroe Grange at Nicholsville will have a Thanksgiving supper at their next meeting and Ruth Ann and Bonnie will pass out the awards to the juniors. We have more broccoli to cut and have for the Thanksgiving meal here at our house this year. I usually plant broccoli twice each year, once in early April then again in August. I usually get the plants from the Grants Farm and Greenhouses on Bucktown Road. They are getting their Christmas lights put up and the train display in working order at their Milford Greenhouse at the shopping center so mark it on your calendar to go and enjoy the display. This is the season to be very thankful for your neighbors, home, plenty of food and a good church to celebrate the Thanksgiving and Christmas season. Thanks to the veterans who helped make our country safe. Now we thank the folks who went to serve our country and don’t forget the folks who produced the food and supplies so the service people had food to eat. I remember during the Second World War my Mother and Dad would save the aluminum foil to be turned in for the war use. Now the amount we had was very little but she made it a point not to waste what she had. Last Monday I was helping unload a couple trailers at the Brown County Fairgrounds for a sale Wednesday and then Thursday we will unload another trailer getting ready for the sale Friday. Last week I wrote about a lady starting a food kitchen at the Bethel United Methodist Church Saturdays

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Master Sgt. Ricky St. John, of the Marine Corps recruiting office in Eastgate, and Petty Officer 2nd Class Antonio Thomas, of the Navy recruiting office in Eastgate, helped raise the flags during the Veterans Memorial Plaza dedication.

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Veterans Memorial Plaza dedicated in Batavia Twp. By Kellie Geist kgeist@communitypress.com

Hundreds of people, including many veterans, flocked to the Batavia Township Community Center Wednesday, Nov. 11, to celebrate the dedication of the Veterans Memorial Plaza. The plaza, which includes flags for each branch of the service and a Humvee donated by BAE systems, has been in the works for a few years, but the $40,000 project really got moving in August. A portion of funding for the project was raised by local organizations, including the Rotary Club, whose members donated $10,000. “We’ve had tremendous contributions from the organizations and business people in this community. They’ve donated their labor, money and materials to make this happen,” Batavia Township Trustee Jim Sauls, Jr. said.

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The Leatherneck 393 Detachment presented the colors for the Pledge of Allegiance and the “Star Spangled Banner.” The plaza was dedicated to all veterans, but especially those who served in the Middle East. “This is dedicated to the Gulf War veterans, the veterans who served in the Middle East, and the veterans of all the wars. Without them, we would not be here today,” Sauls said. “We hope our veterans will be proud to visit (the memorial) and reflect on their serv-

ice to our country.” Ken Johnson, president of the Clermont County Veterans Service Commission Board, said the plaza demonstrates the importance of our veterans and the communities appreciation. “I sleep well at night because we do have the best guarding our gates,” said. “This memorial is a tangible representation of that appreciation.”

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State Rep. and Retired U.S. Marine Col. Danny Bubp, right, takes a moment to chat with World War II veteran Milton Rooms before the dedication ceremony.

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The Batavia Township trustees presented a key to the memorial to the members of the Clermont County Veterans Service Commission. From left are Bob Derr, Howard Daugherty, Cliff Riley, Ken Johnson, Trustee Archie Wilson, Trustee Lee Cornett and Trustee James Sauls, Jr.

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Hundreds of people gathered at the Batavia Community Center for the dedication of the Veterans Memorial Plaza Wednesday, Nov. 11.

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Registrations are being accepted for the Winter Quarter (Nov. 30-Feb. 20) at the Athenaeum of Ohio/Mount St. Mary’s Seminary. Registrations received after Nov. 20 must be accompanied by a late fee of $30. Among the courses open to the public are: New Testament Scriptures, Christology, Catholic Social Teaching, Beginnings of Prophecy, Parish Support for Family Life, Hebrews, History of Israel, Church History: Key Issues and Eras, American Catholic Experience and Priesthood in the Fathers. Classes are scheduled days and evenings and may be taken for graduate credit or audit. The Athenaeum has a Senior Citizens Rate (65 and older) of $75 per audit hour for graduate courses, which is half the regular cost of auditing a course. For more information, call the Registrar’s Office at 231-2223, or e-mail msweeney@athenaeum.edu or visit www.athenaeum.edu.

The address is 6616 Beechmont Ave., Mount Washington; 2312223.

Bethel Church of the Nazarene

At 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, the churches of Bethel will sponsor a Joint Community Thanksgiving Service at the Bethel Nazarene. Enjoy the special music offered at this family-friendly service. The Thanksgiving message will be offered by Pastor Jeremiah Hembree, Bethel’s newest pastoral leader at the Bethel Assembly of God. Pastors from other churches will participate. The offering will assist the Ministerial Association in its local charitable relief efforts. The church is at 50 East Water St., Bethel; 734-4204.

day, Dec. 6, at the church. The Promise of Light is a musical celebration of God’s gift of eternal light to mankind. Donations will be accepted to help support the Bethel Ministerial Association. The program is open to the public. Babysitting will be provided. Refreshments will follow both performances. For more information, call 734-7201. The church is hosting “Get Wrapped in God’s Love,” a free Christmas gift wrapping from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19. Bring in your Christmas presents and get them gift wrapped for free. The event includes refreshments. The church is at 402 West Plane St., Bethel; 734-7201.

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study is open to the community and will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays through Dec. 16. For more information, contact Lindey Kunz at 484-9314 or visit www.daveramsey.com/fpu/home. The church is at 2010 Wolfangle Road, Anderson Township; 231-4301.

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.

Faith Church

The Bethel Community Choir is presenting a Christmas Musical for Down Home Christmas weekend at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, and Sun-

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

The church is hosting a free homecooked Thanksgiving dinner from noon to 2 p.m. Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 26. Anyone is welcome. This is the third annual Community Thanksgiving dinner hosted by Faith Church. The holiday dinner is served to guests at

ASSEMBLIES OF GOD

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UNITED METHODIST

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

St. Bernadette Church

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

Bethel United Methodist

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

www.stbernadetteamelia.org

CHRISTIAN - CHURCH OF CHRIST

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

CORNERSTONE BAPTIST CHURCH

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 Sunday Worship 10:45am Sunday Eve. Childrens Mission 6:00pm Sunday Eve. Adult Discipleship 6:00pm Sunday Eve. Worship 7:00pm Wed. Eve. Adult Bible Study 7:00pm

LINDALE BAPTIST CHURCH

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

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

www.lindalebaptist.com

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

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

UNITED METHODIST We’re trying a New Blend

CHURCH OF GOD GOSHEN CHURCH OF GOD

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

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Sunday School 9:45am - Worship 11am (nursery provided) Sunday Evening Service 6pm-Youth 6pm 513-575-1121 www.mtrepose.org

Locust Corner United Methodist Church

The church hosts Sunday School at 9

UNITED METHODIST “Encircling People with God’s Love”

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

www.cloughchurch.org

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

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

Williamsburg

United Methodist Church

Welcomes You

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

330 Gay Street, Williamsburg, OH 45176

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

a.m. and Sunday worship at 10 a.m. Sundays. The church is at Locust Corner and Wagner roads, Pierce Township; 752-8459.

Trinity Christian Fellowship

The church is hosting a Creationism Series. It is a six-week study on developing a biblical world view and confronting our evolutionized culture, taught by Ed Carter. The study meets at 7 p.m. Fridays through Nov. 20. The church is at 3730 Cobb Road, Williamsburg; 724-7729; www.trinitychristianfellowship.org.

True Church of God

A concert will be 7 p.m. the third Friday of each month, featuring new bands and artists. Free food and music. Call Angel at 513-8760527 or 734-7671. The church is at 513 Market St., New Richmond.

NON-DENOMINATIONAL 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

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

513-735-2555

www.kingswayfellowship.com

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

www.williamsburgumc.com

PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA)

752-3521

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MT REPOSE 6088 Branch Hill-Guinea Pike Ken Slaughter, Pastor

LUTHERAN

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

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

513-732-1971

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

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

CLOUGH PIKE BAPTIST CHURCH 1025 CLOUGH PIKE

Pastor: Tom Bevers www.Cornerstone.ohbaptist.org

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

Laurel United Methodist

The church hosts Sunday School at 10 a.m. and church worship at 11 a.m. Sundays. The church will host the community “Be Thankful” Thanksgiving carryin dinner from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21. Bring one or two covered dishes to share. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Gloria at 553-3043. The church is at 1888 Laurel-Lindale Road, Laurel; 553-3043.

Trinity United Methodist

www.faithchurch.net

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

5910 Price Road, Milford 831-3770

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Clough United Methodist

the Faith Church Life Center, plus delivered to local emergency workers on duty. Last year more than 250 meals were served. To reserve your meal, sign-up at www.faithchurch.net or call 8313770, ext. 360. The church is at 5910 Price Road, Milford; 831-3770.

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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.

www.houseofrestoration.org

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

Place orders by December 11 Pick up Dec 19, 10am-noon

Amelia United Methodist Church “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

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

FELICITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

“Room for the Whole Family” GOSHEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 6710 Goshen Rd, Goshen Across from Goshen High School 513-722-2541 www.goshenmethodist.org Sunday School 9:30am Worship 10:30am Blended Worship Traditional and Contemporary Youth Fellowship 6:00pm Nursery Available Come visit us at the

Owensville United Methodist Church

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

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

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

Pastor Mike Smith

513-732-2211

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

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

NAZARENE

Bethel

Church of the Nazarene Rev. Scott Wade, Senior Pastor Rev. Dale Noel, Congregational Care Pastor Mark Owen, Worship Director SUNDAY: Sunday School (All Ages)....................... 9:30am Worship Service.................................. 10:30am Children’s Worship. (1st-5th Grades) Bible Study............................................6:00pm Nursery Care Provided Handicapped Accessible MONDAY: Ladies’ Prayer Group...........................10:30am WEDNESDAY: Adults Prayer Meeting............................7:00pm Youth Group - Grades 6-12....................7:00pm Small Groups meet in various locations and at different times throughout the week. S.Charity & E. Water Sts. Bethel, Ohio 45106 513-734-4204 Ofﬁce: M-F 8:00am - 2:00pm E-mail: bethelnaz@fuse.net www.bethelnazarenechurch.org

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

A New Life - A New Prospective A New Song

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

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

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

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

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 CALVIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Amelia/Withamsville - 3mi. East of I-275 1177 West Ohio Pike (SR125)-Phone 752-2525

Sunday School 9:30am Worship 10:30am

Nursery care provided www.calvin-pc.org

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

WESLYAN 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

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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NEW RICHMOND

Samantha K. Dieterle, 26, 5689 Hutchinson, falsification, Oct. 26. Richard Morgan, 43, 2161 E. Ohio Pike, disorderly conduct, Oct. 31. George Bartley Jr., 35, 15 Drake Drive, domestic violence, Oct. 30.

Johnathan Maskiell, 19, 619 Market St., underage consumption, Oct. 23. Roger Sanchez, 32, 236 Augusta, disorderly conduct while intoxicated, Oct. 30. Joe A. Wergers, 47, 105 Washington St., warrant, Nov. 2.

Incidents/investigations Domestic violence At Drake Drive, Nov. 1.

Fraud

Male stated ID used with no authorization at 47 Hummingbird Way, Oct. 27.

BATAVIA

Incidents/investigations Criminal damage

Window broken in vehicle at 191 S. 2nd St., Oct. 24.

Theft

Gasoline not paid for at United Dairy Farmers; $10 at East Main Street, Oct. 21. CDs, CD player, etc. taken from residence at 1938 Clough, Oct. 22.

Arrests/citations

Incidents/investigations Criminal damage

Van broken into at 1041 Old U.S. 52, Oct. 25.

PIERCE TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations

Keith D. Fille, 23, 3375 Smith Road, warrant, Oct. 22. Kelli J. Mack, 40, 1751 E. Ohio Pike, warrant, Oct. 25. Gregory S. Cole, 28, 3483 Locust Drive, warrant, Oct. 25. Tonia Burchell, 36, 3576 Brookhaven, noise nuisance, Oct. 26. Two Juveniles, 17, theft, Oct. 28. Two Juveniles, 16, theft, Oct. 31. Robyn A. Wempe, 26, 7860 Stonegate Drive, warrant, Oct. 28.

Incidents/investigations Criminal damage Phones damaged at 3375 Smith Road, Oct. 29.

Menacing

Male was threatened at 1800 Linkside No. 10, Oct. 25. Female was threatened at 344 St. Andrews No. A, Oct. 26.

Passing bad checks

Bad checks issued to River Hills Bank at Ohio Pike, Oct. 28.

Theft

Subject failed to pay cab fare; $41 at 3357 Ohio 132 No. 4, Oct. 26. Prices switched on items at Walmart at Ohio Pike, Oct. 20. Wallet, etc. taken from vehicle at 510 Elm Drive, Oct. 26. Merchandise taken from Walmart; $45 at Ohio Pike, Oct. 27. Clothes taken from Walmart; $77 at Ohio Pike, Oct. 28. 16 stickers taken off gas pumps at Swifty Station at Ohio Pike, Oct. 28. Copper wire, etc. taken from Duke Energy; $10,500 at Beckjord Road, Oct. 29. Copper wire taken from Duke Energy; $300 at Ohio 132, Oct. 31. Books, etc. taken; $306 at 1751 Ohio Pike, Oct. 29. Merchandise taken from Walmart; $13 at Ohio Pike, Oct. 31.

UNION TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations

Juvenile, 16, domestic violence, Oct. 28. Juvenile, 16, theft, Oct. 28. Juvenile, 15, tobacco possession, Oct. 28. Juvenile, 16, tobacco possession, Oct. 28. Juvenile, 14, domestic violence, Nov. 2. Gerald R. Davis III, 23, 441 Glen Rose, warrant service, Oct. 29. James E. Caplinger, 18, 49 Honeysuckle, unauthorized use, Oct. 28. Teresa A. Curl, 49, 2345 Rolling Acres, driving under suspension, Oct. 28. Kyle D. Mccullough, 21, 179 N. 4th St., theft, Oct. 28. Roscoe A. Jones Jr., 18, 2911 Old Ohio 32, theft, Oct. 28. Michael L. Mcafee, 20, 4224 Eastfork Hills, complicity to theft, drug possession, paraphernalia, Oct. 28.

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Tiffany Schneider, 20, 4579 Carnoustie, drug paraphernalia, driving under suspension, Oct. 30. Camilla Clayton, 24, 4695 Buckskin Trail, theft, Oct. 29. Wesley T. Pfalz, 20, 24 Lori Lane, driving under suspension, Oct. 29. Judith A. Gibson, 47, 515 White Oak, driving under suspension, Oct. 29. Ella G. Rideout, 48, 930 Ohio Pike, warrant service, Oct. 29. Eric S. Merritt, 38, 3960 Four Mile Tobasco Road, drug abuse, operating vehicle under influence, Oct. 29. Richard A. Jacobson, 42, 3887 Knoxel Hill, drug paraphernalia, driving under suspension, Oct. 29. Michael Dougherty, 32, 792 Loda Drive, criminal damage, Nov. 1. Krystle R. Cramer, 22, Terrace View, drug abuse, operating vehicle under influence, driving under suspension, Oct. 30. Robert D. Dolch, 42, 3924 Banks Road, driving under suspension, Nov. 3. Dallas W. Roy, 23, 4404 Eastwood, domestic violence, Nov. 3. Alicia D. Hoge, 24, 5 Arbors Circle, drug possession, Nov. 1. Robert A. Martin, 22, 474 Old Ohio 74, warrant service, Nov. 3. Billy J. Major, 35, 3960 Tobasco Road, disorderly conduct while intoxicated, Oct. 31. Jason J. Weeks, 32, 3379 Ohio 222, driving under suspension, Nov. 3. Megan Hartman, 24, 730 Ohio Pike, assault, Nov. 2. Matthew Donahue, no age given, 730 Ohio Pike, assault, Nov. 2. Brian Wabnitz, no age given, 8247 Woodbine, disorderly conduct, Nov. 2. Robyn Cooper, 19, 4263 Ferguson, warrant service, Nov. 2. Willard Hughett, 67, 8497 Broadwell, leaving the scene, Nov. 3. Amy E. Monroe, 29, 4823 Buds Way, no drivers license, Nov. 3. Mariah K. White, 18, 557 Old Orchard, open container, drug possession, Oct. 31. Paul B. Diesman, 38, 86 E. Meadow, disorderly conduct, Nov. 1. James Meek, 18, 481 Farmwood, warrant service, Nov. 2. Kelly Reilley, 25, 306 St. Andrews, driving under suspension, Nov. 4. Jason Wood, 24, 560 Anchor, domestic violence, Nov. 4. Nathan Vaughn, 28, 185 Savannah, driving under suspension, Nov. 5.

Incidents/investigations Criminal damage

Vehicle damaged at 4404 Eastwood, Nov. 4. Tires cut on vehicle at Long Horn Steakhouse at Eastgate Blvd., Nov. 2.

Trespassing on property at 1155 Binnings Road, Nov. 3.

Domestic violence

At Piccadilly Circle, Oct. 28.

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The Clermont County Board of Developmental Disabilities will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 5 p.m. at the Thomas A. Wildey Center, 2040 US Highway 50, Batavia, OH 45103. The purpose of this hearing is to receive input from interested individuals that will be considered in the developmental of the 2010 Annual Action Plan. A draft copy of this plan will be available to the public prior to the hearing and will be posted on the Clermont DD website (www.clermontdd.org). If you cannot attend but wish to provide comments/feedback for the 2010 Annual Action Plan, you may do so by calling with your comments to (513) 732-4921 or by sending an email with your comments to ldavis@clermontdd.org. 1001519138 LEGAL NOTICE The folowing Storage unit(s) from Stronghold of Eastgate will be sold at public auction by Don Bates Auctioneers, at 758 Old State Route 74, Cincinnati Ohio 45245 on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. and will continue until all units are sold. The unit numbers, names and last know addresses are as follows: Unit 0 3 6 , Christy L. Byrd, 1154 Beechridge Ct., Batavia, Ohio 45103 and Unit 073, Kimball W. Holmes, 4659 Elmont Dr. Cincinnati, Ohio 45245 7568 If you’re looking for buyers, you’re in the right neighborhood. Call Community Classiﬁed

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LEGAL NOTICE Sheena Hatfield F42 2943 Clemons Farms Rd., Bethel, OH 45106; Vern Henson G84 695 Milford Hills Drive, Milford, OH 45150; Keith A. Patton G30, 4593 Summerside Road, Apt. 36, CIncinnati, OH 45244; Ben Sayre F30 534 Old St. Rt. 74 CIncinnati, OH 45244; Richard C. Hamilton F15, 5685 Tricounty Hwy, Sardinia, OH 45171; Curtis L. Moore B27, 125 Starling Rd., Apt 2, Bethel, OH 45106. You are hereby notified that your personal belongings stored at Eastside Storage, 4400 St. Rt. 222, Ste. A, Batavia, OH 45103; 715 Cincinnati Batavia Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45245; 1170 Ohio Pike, Amelia, OH 45102, will be sold for payment due. 1001517578 To place your BINGO ad call 513.242.4000

LEGAL NOTICE 125 STORAGE 1958 OHIO PIKE AMELIA, OHIO 45102 I Ashley Adams F187 11051 Stephens Road North Bend, Ohio 45052 2. Mike Binning N 4 9 0 / 4 9 9 Q634/594 4354 Springmeadow Drive Batavia, Ohio 45103 3. Ricky Bradshaw K397/413 PO Box 273 Batavia, Ohio 45103 4. Malena Cox H276 4358 Beechmont Drive Cincinnati, Ohio 45244 5. James Faulkner M454 406 Stonelick Woods Drive Batavia, Ohio 45103 6. Ruth Garrison J387 PO Box 386 North Bend, Ohio 45052 7. Carl Grubb S 7 0 7 Dawnylle Perkins DI 14 2061 SR 125 #103 Amelia, Ohio 45102 8. Patricia Hensley I 3 1 2 / 3 3 1 422 Lincoln Avenue Georgetown, Ohio 45121 9. Louise Lange M 4 2 7 2061 SR 125 # 3 Amelia, Ohio 45102 10. Angie Puckett K423 112 South Main Street Bethel, Ohio 45106 11. Carla Puckett I323 140 North Main Street Bethel, Ohio 45106 12. Kelly Shafer K400/416 1688 SR 74 Amelia, Ohio 45102 13. Jalena Sloan C62 & G236 2244 Woodville Pike Goshen, Ohio 45122 14. Rick Thompson S720 PO Box 14 Amelia, Ohio 45102 15. Shane Williams M461 Theresa Feie PO Box 650 Felicity, Ohio 45120. 9259

Fraud

Female stated credit card used with no authorization; over $28,000 at 738 Clough, Oct. 28.

Passing bad checks

Male received three bad checks at Eastwood Apartments at Rue Center Court, Nov. 2.

Theft

Circular saw, etc. taken from vehicle at Dan The Doorman; $580 at Ohio Pike, Oct. 28. Spools of conductor cord, etc. taken from DRS Technologies; $1,123 at McMann Road, Oct. 24. Condensing unit taken; $8,000 at 4496 Mt. Carmel Tobasco, Oct. 28. Cologne taken from Meijer; $457 at Eastgate Blvd., Oct. 29. Medication taken at 4810 Bells Lake, Nov. 2. Baby items taken from Walmart; $52 at Eastgate Blvd., Nov. 2. Merchandise taken from Meijer; $100 at Eastgate Blvd., Nov. 2. Bike taken at 507 Piccadilly, Oct. 31. Merchandise taken from Walmart; $26 at Eastgate Blvd., Oct. 31. GPS unit taken from vehicle; $240 at 4307 Mt. Carmel Tobasco, Nov. 2. Gasoline not paid for at United Dairy Farmers; $27.11 at Ohio Pike, Nov. 2. Money, etc. taken from vehicle at Sun Chemical at Bach Buxton Road, Nov. 2. Chainsaw, etc. taken from trailer; $1,077 at 489 Old Ohio 74, Nov. 3. Checks taken from residence at 742 Augcliffe Drive, Oct. 23. Merchandise taken from Kroger; $21 at Ohio Pike, Nov. 4.

Vandalism

tool box damaged on vehicle at 484 Old Ohio 74, Nov. 3.

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Arrests/citations

Derek R. Ridener, 22, 3826 Ohio 133, marijuana possession, driving under influence, Oct. 22. Juvenile, 17, assault, Oct. 27. Brandon D. Dewar, 18, 2390 Laycock Cutoff, disorderly conduct, Oct. 28.

Incidents/investigations Assault

Male juvenile was assaulted behind St. Ann’s at 179 N. 4th St., Oct. 27.

Breaking and entering

Drive, Amelia, domestic violence at 2024 River Birch Drive, Amelia, Nov. 7. Amy Rapp, 40, 74 Church Street, Amelia, failure to confine a canine at 74 Church St., Amelia, Nov. 8.

Incidents/investigations Assault

At 1919 Pearl St., New Richmond, Oct. 25. At 2337 Clermont Center Drive, Batavia, Nov. 6. At 2784 Ohio 132, New Richmond, Nov. 5. At 3175 Back Run Road, Amelia, Nov. 6.

Breaking and entering

At 2630 Ohio 222, New Richmond, Nov. 6. At 4316 Marbe Lane, Batavia, Nov. 2. At 1851 Rolling Hills Drive, New Richmond, Nov. 4. At 1958 Ohio Pike, Amelia, Nov. 7. At 4400 Ohio 222, Batavia, Nov. 6. At 4636 Ohio 276, Batavia, Nov. 5.

Burglary

At 3411 Jackson Pike, Batavia, Nov. 2. At 38 Estate Drive, Amelia, Nov. 4. At 3977 Elston Hockstock Road, Batavia, Nov. 2. At 4810 Olive Branch Stonelick, Batavia, Nov. 1.

Criminal damaging/endangering At 2337 Clermont Center Drive, Batavia, Nov. 6. At 157 Sweetbriar Drive, Batavia, Nov. 5. At 244 Seton Court, Batavia, Nov. 4. At 290 Sherwood Court, Batavia, Nov. 3. At 4400 Ohio 222, Batavia, Nov. 6.

Criminal mischief

At 1428 Woodbury, Amelia, Nov. 3.

Criminal simulation

At 2108 James E Sauls Drive, Batavia, Nov. 5.

Criminal trespass

At 3175 Back Run Road, Amelia, Nov. 6.

Domestic violence

At Honeysuckle Drive, Amelia, Nov. 7. At River Birch Drive, Amelia, Nov. 7.

Driving under OVI suspension At Ohio 32 at Half Acre Road, Williamsburg, Nov. 4.

Drug paraphernalia

At 5327 Newtonsville Hutchinson Road, Batavia, Oct. 27.

Endangering children

At 3316 Meadow Green Court, Amelia, Nov. 7.

Failure to confine a canine

Attempt made to enter Goodwill at 342 W. Main St., Oct. 18. Power mixer taken from Methodist Church; $650 at 330 Gay St., Oct. 28.

Falsification-public official, mislead

Several sections of fence damaged at 128 N. 4th St., Oct. 29.

Forgery

Criminal mischief

Disorderly conduct

Student was threatened and profanities used against staff at Genesis Center at 549-B W. Main St., Oct. 28.

Theft

Medication taken at 235 Nevels Drive, Oct. 29.

CLERMONT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Arrests/citations

Thresa Moore, 47, 3919 Greentree, Amelia, forgery, theft at 3919 Greentree Terrace, Amelia, Nov. 6. Ryan C Burnside, 37, 2150 Smith Road, Moscow, assault at 1919 Pearl St., New Richmond, Nov. 3. Juvenile, 16, drug paraphernalia, Batavia, Nov. 5. Juvenile, 16, possession of drugs, Batavia, Nov. 5. Juvenile, 16, drug paraphernalia, Batavia, Nov. 5. Arthur J Fritts, 33, 1718 Parker, Milford, burglary at 4810 Olive Branch Stonelick, Batavia, Nov. 5. Jason Allen Bradburn, 28, 5874 Monassas Run Road, Milford, breaking and entering at 1851 Rolling Hills Drive, New Richmond, Nov. 4. Jeramiah C Wiederhold, 29, 1599 Sweet Gum Court, Williamsburg, driving under ovi suspension, forgery, identity fraud _ obtain, possess, or use to hold out as other person at Ohio 32 at Half Arce Road, Williamsburg, Nov. 4. William Ferris, 26, 38 Swan, Amelia, soliciting _ solicit another for sexual activity for hire at 38 Swan Lane Amelia, Nov. 6. Juvenile, 14, assault, New Richmond, Nov. 5. Lindsay B Clepper, 26, 134 S. Union St., Bethel, falsification _ public official, mislead at 38 Swan Lane, No. 4, Amelia, Nov. 5. Mark N Konrad, 20, 1174 Deblin Drive, Milford, offenses involving underage persons _ underage consume beer intoxicating liquor at Ohio 132 and Anstaett Road, Batavia, Nov. 7. Juvenile, 14, juvenile cigarette or other tobacco products violations _ use, consume, or possess, Batavia, Nov. 6. Juvenile, 14, possession of drugs, Batavia, Nov. 6. Juvenile, 17, domestic violence, Amelia, Nov. 6. Kari Cox, 26, 2211 Lobrook Drive, Amelia, endangering children at 3316 Meadow Green Court, Amelia, Nov. 7. Marc J Hodge, 20, 2024 River Birch

At 74 Church St., Amelia, Nov. 8.

At 38 Swan Lane, No. 4, Amelia, Nov. 5.

At Ohio 32 at Half Acre Road, Williamsburg, Nov. 4. At 3919 Greentree Terrace, Amelia, Oct. 18. At 74 Lucy Creek, Amelia, Nov. 6.

Identity fraud

At Half Acre Road, Williamsburg, Nov. 4.

Juvenile cigarette or other tobacco products violationsuse, consume, or possess At 5327 Newtonsville Hutchinson Road, Batavia, Nov. 6.

Misuse of credit card

At 600 University Lane, Batavia, Nov. 8.

Offenses involving underage persons-underage consume beer intoxicating liquor At Ohio 132 and Anstaett Road, Batavia, Nov. 7.

Passing bad checks

At 2630 Ohio 222, New Richmond, Nov. 9.

Possession of drugs

At 5327 Newtonsville Hutchinson Road, Batavia, Oct. 27. At 5327 Newtonsville Hutchinson Road, Batavia, Nov. 6. At Ohio Pike and Mauch, Amelia, Nov. 8.

Rape

At George Street, New Richmond, Nov. 2. At Herold Road, Batavia, Nov. 7.

Receiving stolen property

At 3375 Smith Road, Amelia, Nov. 4. At 3379 Ohio 222, Amelia, Nov. 7.

Restrictions on depositing litter on public property, on private property owned by others and in state waters At Mathis Road/Ohio 276, Williamsburg, Nov. 5.

Soliciting

At 38 Swan Lane, Amelia, Nov. 4.

Theft

At 32 Honeysuckle Drive, Amelia, Nov. 7. At 1749 Stable Tl, Amelia, Nov. 8. At 2191 Ohio Pike, Amelia, Nov. 6. At 2235 Bauer Road, Batavia, Nov. 4. At 315 Apple Road, Amelia, Nov. 6. At 32 Estate Drive, Amelia, Nov. 4. At 38 Swan Lane, Amelia, Nov. 4. At 3919 Greentree Terrace, Amelia, Oct. 18. At 4000 Golden Age Drive, Batavia, Nov. 7. At 600 University Lane, Batavia, Nov. 8. At 74 Lucy Creek, Amelia, Nov. 6. At 76 Church St., Amelia, Nov. 5.

Unruly juvenile offenses

At 2809 Bigham Road, Batavia, Nov. 4.

Violate protection order or consent agreement

At 4312 Amelia Olive Branch Road, Batavia, Nov. 8.

On the record

November 18, 2009

Community Journal

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

Filings

Total Quality Logistics vs. Hobarama LLC, professional tort Regina Bettinger vs. Larry Faulkner, et al., other tort Sarah A. Lewis vs. Reed C. Koehler, other tort Suzanne M. Egbers vs. Larry Walling and Kathleen W. Walling, other tort Shane R. Liggett, et al. vs. Thomas C. Johnson, et al., other tort Patricia A. Robertson vs. Amy B. Wisby and Don Wisby, other tort Gregory A. Reffitt vs. Work Place Inc. and Marsha P. Ryan Administrator, worker’s compensation Cindy R. Lang vs. Marsha P. Ryan Administrator and KDI Precision Products Inc., worker’s compensation Christina L. Maynard vs. Peterman LLC and Marsha P. Ryan Administrator, worker’s compensation Patricia M. Arthon vs. Marsha P. Ryan Administrator and Clermont County Educational Service Center, worker’s compensation Ocwen Loan Servicing LLC vs. Mandy Ramsey, et al., foreclosure U.S. Bank NA vs. Tiffany A. Hoffman, foreclosure PHH Mortgage Corporation vs. Liane Holcomb, et al., foreclosure Bank of New York Mellon vs. Christopher J. Williams, et al., foreclosure HSBC Bank USA NA vs. Brian K. Salyer, et al., foreclosure Wells Fargo Bank NA vs. Rick Cooper, et al., foreclosure Liberty Savings Bank FSB vs. Dan R.

Shupe, et al., foreclosure Wells Fargo Bank NA vs. Andrew E. Ard and Fifth Third Bank, foreclosure Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Randall L. Fender, et al., foreclosure Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. James W. Nicheols and Patricia F. Nicheols, foreclosure J Robert True Treasurer of Clermont County vs. Boyer Plumbing Inc., et al., foreclosure Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. William H. Goff, et al., foreclosure Citimortgage Inc. vs. Jeffrey Q. Fry, foreclosure Bank of America NA vs. Jeffrey Vogel, et al., foreclosure Wells Fargo Bank NA vs. Joseph A. Palmer, et al., foreclosure Fifth Third Bank vs. Wendy M. Joseph, et al., foreclosure BAC Home Loans Servicing LP vs. Mark T. Bresser, et al., foreclosure Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Jason E. Kraus, et al., foreclosure National City Bank vs. William K. Burton, et al., foreclosure Deutsche Bank National Trust Company vs. Randy Ross and Patricia S. Cameron, foreclosure U.S. Bank NA ND vs. Linda Russell and Clermont County treasurer, foreclosure HSBC Mortgage Services Inc. vs. David E. Fisher, et al., foreclosure Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Zachary J. House, et al., foreclosure U.S. Bank NA vs. Deanna Kiefer, et al., foreclosure GMAC Mortgage LLC vs. Susan Jane Holaday, foreclosure

Citibank NA vs. Daryl Holcomb, et al., foreclosure Cincinnati Postal Employees Credit Union Inc. vs. Kenneth P. Christoff, et al., foreclosure Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation vs. Paul A. Eifert, et al., foreclosure HSBC Bank USA NA vs. Matthew G. Wingo, foreclosure BAC Home Loans Servicing LP vs. Chas F. Hall II, et al., foreclosure Guardian Savings Bank FSB vs. James P. Bettle, et al., foreclosure Morequity Inc. vs. Phillip Price, et al., foreclosure Flagstar Bank FSB vs. Paul A. Woodruff, et al., foreclosure Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Hearsel Gorman Jr., et al., foreclosure Midfirst Bank vs. David Little, et al., foreclosure HSBC Mortgage Services Inc. vs. Viola C. Stimec, et al., foreclosure BAC Home Loans Servicing LP vs. Robert L. Cavanagh, et al., foreclosure BAC Home Loans Servicing LP vs. Adam Hubbard, et al., foreclosure Wells Fargo Bank NA vs. Christopher D. Fuller, et al., foreclosure Citifinancial Inc. vs. Allan Sanders, et al., foreclosure BAC Home Loans Servicing LP vs. Don R. Grimes, et al., foreclosure JP Morgan Chase Bank NA vs. Linda S. Kersey, et al., foreclosure BAC Home Loans Servicing LP vs. Michael Caudill and Sharon Caudill, foreclosure Wells Fargo Bank NA vs. Jennifer L. Shinkle, et al., foreclosure Wells Fargo Bank NA vs. William C.

Terrell, et al., foreclosure Bzak Inc. vs. Sullivan Services LLC and Shannon King, other civil Bzak Inc. vs. ORP Realty Management and Steven J. Sykes, other civil Phyllis Cooper vs. Craig Patrick and Erie Insurance Company, other civil Antonio Gary vs. SAHA Enterprises Inc., other civil Chase Bank USA NA vs. Eric W. Smith Vayo, other civil Chase Bank USA NA vs. Patricia J. Schifrin, other civil American Express vs. Richard Field, other civil Cynthia L. Foerster vs. O’Charley’s Inc., other civil

Divorce

Tammy S. Zugg vs. Timothy D. Zugg Dean Wood vs. Erica Wood Phillip Royse vs. Jessica Royse Patricia J. Hornsby vs. Matthew D. Hornsby Holly M. Chesney vs. Anthony M. Chesney Becky Peak vs. Steven Peak Susanna Henize vs. Keith Henize William M. Moyer Jr. vs. Melissa A. Moyer Frank J. Shockley vs. Ann M. Shockley Kenneth C. Meyers vs. Wanda L. Smith Paula Held vs. Joe B. Held Maria Gilkison vs. Donald Gilkison Richard J. Saylor vs. Sherri L. Saylor

Dissolution

Lawrence E. Iram vs. Elaine M. Iram Cathlene Ann Osie vs. Gregory

Charles Osie II Kimberly Leahy vs. Robert S. Leahy Michelle A. Barnett vs. David A. Barnett Susan Della Deiters vs. James Robert Deiters Becky J. Taylor vs. John Taylor Lisa Sears vs. Rob Sears Quinn Ryan Shamblin vs. Alicia Christine Dawn Shamblin William R. Leen vs. Andrea L. Leen Emily Day vs. Michael Day Greg W. Harmon vs. Rosa L. Harmon Ronald Seibert vs. Linda Lou Seibert

Indictments

The following people have been indicted by the Clermont County grand jury to the Court of Common Pleas. This means members of the grand jury decided enough evidence has been collected to warrant filing charges. Reports unavailable.

Appeals

The following decisions were rendered through the Twelfth District Court of Appeals. Interested persons are urged to obtain copies of actual decisions by visiting the court’s Web site, www.twelfth.courts.state.oh.us\ne wdecisions.asp so that the full text of the court’s opinions can be carefully read. In the matter of: Fields Excavating, Inc. vs. McWane, Inc., presiding judge William W. Young, judges Robert P. Ringland and Robert A. Hendrickson. The appeals court reversed and remanded the decision of Clermont County Court of Common Pleas. In the matter of: State of Ohio vs. Lee M. Elliott, presiding judge William W. Young, judges Robert P. Ringland and Robert A. Hendrickson. The appeals court affirmed the decision of Clermont County Court of Common Pleas.

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DEATHS Anthony J. Carpinello Sr., 87, formerly of Eastgate died Oct. 31. Survived by wife, Ruth C. Carpinello; children, Kathleen (late Robert) Quinn, Margaret (Thomas) Reeves, Theresa (Ben) Ruggiero, Mary Ann, Anthony J. Jr. (Barbara), Nicholas Sr. (Marilyn), Joseph (Pamela), Thomas (Colleen), James, John and Pail Carpinello; mother, Angela (nee Daria) Carpinello; sisters, Evelyn Shields and Malvina Wolfzorn; grandchildren, Joseph, Anthony, Lisa, Gregory, Angela, Marie, Nicholas, Ruth, Joseph, Kevin, Jason, Nicole, Evan, Christopher, Daniel, David, Matthew, Cora, Jay and Benjamin; great-grandchildren, Jessica, Olivia, Alex, Emma, Declan, Jenna, Owen, Gabrielle, Ethan and Ryan; and uncle, Robert Daria. Preceded in death by father, Nicola Carpinello; and brother, Melvin Carpinello. Services were Nov. 7 at Comboni Missionaries Chapel. Memorials to: Comboni Missionaries African Mission, 1318 Nagel Road, Cincinnati, OH 45255.

Howard T. Coates

Howard Thomas Coates, 65, of Williamsburg died Nov. 7. Survived by wife, Patricia Doll (nee Williamson); stepson, John Doll; daughter, Amanda Perkins; brother, Roger (Dona) Coates of Louisville, Ky.; and nephew and niece, Haley and Tracy. Preceded in death by parents, Howard M. and Marie (nee Smith) Coates. Services were Nov. 12 at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, Amelia.

Elsie R. Gardner

Elsie R. Gardner, 80, of New Richmond died Nov. 2. Survived by brothers, Carl Gardner and Charles (Louise) Gardner; and nephew, Chuck (Diane) Gardner; also survived by several greatnephews and great-nieces. Services were Nov. 7 at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, New Richmond.

daughters, Lisa (Tom) Van Bargen and Lori (Ray) Winialski; brother, Mace Gordley; sister, Lois Thompson; and grandchildren, Andy, Nick, Robyn, Erika, Reece, Tessa, Jackson and Jordan. Preceded in death by parents, Mace and Diana (nee Browning) Gordley. Services were Nov. 12 at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, Amelia. Memorials to: Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 2141 Rosencrans Ave., Suite 7000, El Segundo, CA 90245.

Lyle A. Gray

Lyle A. Gray, 74, formerly of Eastgate died Nov. 5. Survived by wife, Helen Gray; son, Randall (Misty) Gray; sister, Patricia Myers; grandchildren, Amanda (John) Rellahan, Brad Kidney, Brad (Lora) and Clark (Jennie) Marx; and great-grandchildren, Maggie and Molly Marx. Preceded in death by sons, Tom (Margaret) and Randy Marx; father, Chester Gray; and mother, Marion Lamont. Services were Nov. 11 at T.P. White and Sons Funeral Home. Memorials to: Ronald McDonald House Cincinnati, 350 Erkenbrecher Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45229-2806.

Charles Henderson

Charles Henderson, 71, of Union Township died Nov. 3. Survived by wife, Shirley Henderson; son, Rich Henderson; daughters, Teresa Dixon and Debi Brock; five grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren. Services were Nov. 6 at Mount Carmel Christian Church. Memorials to: Mount Carmel Christian Church, 4183 Mount Carmel Tobasco, Cincinnati, OH 45255.

George R. Moorehead

George R. Moorehead, 77, of Amelia died Oct. 30. Survived by stepson, Steve Led-

erer; stepdaughter, Melissa Lederer; and brothers, Thomas Moorehead and Larry Joe Moorehead. Preceded in death by wife, Linda K. (nee Gruber) Moorehead; and brothers, Robert Moorehead and William Moorehead. Services were Nov. 4 at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, Amelia. Memorials to: American Cancer Society, 2808 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45206.

Linda L. Reed

Linda L. Reed, 62, of Pierce Township died Nov. 10. Survived by sons, Harvey B. (Christina) Reed Jr. and Scott Beach; daughters, Judith L. (S. Paul) Goode, Julie A. (Scott) Durham and Erica N. Ratliff; brother, James Marsh Jr. and Michael Marsh; sister, Judith Brown; and grandchildren, Anthony, Brian, Brianna, Brittney, Kristan, Scott, Olivia and Lily; also survived by many surrogate children. Preceded in death by husband, Harvey B. Reed Sr.; son, E. Marshall Beach; and grandchildren, Mara and McKenzie. Services were Nov. 14 at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, Amelia.

Nicholas Stozic, 104, of Union Township died Nov. 1. Survived by wife, Alice (nee Maher) Stozic; nieces and nephews, family members, friends and neighbors. Preceded in death by sisters, Mary Criss and Ann Colderelli. Services were Nov. 7 at St. Thomas More Church. Memorials to: St. Thomas More Church, 800 Ohio Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45245; or charity of donor’s choice.

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On the record

November 18, 2009

BUILDING PERMITS Residential

Imbus Builders, Cincinnati, alter, 4629 Stanton Hall, Batavia Township. Shawn Elam, New Richmond, carport, 1884 Pearl St., Monroe Township. Edward Glenn, Cincinnati, alter, 3932 Fulton Grove, Union Township. Donald Morris, Cincinnati, alter, 6 The County Seat, Union Township. Thompson Heating Corp., Cincinnati, HVAC 508 Gennie Lane, Union Township. Seco Electric Co., Covington, Kentucky, alter, 4643 Elmont Drive, Union Township. Rossman Electric, Maineville, alter, 4631 Elmont St., Union Township. Recker & Boerger, Cincinnati, HVAC, 4434 Festive Court, Union Township; HVAC, 500 Roney Lane; HVAC, 4427 Erickson Court. Eastgate Pools, Cincinnati, pool, 4033 Ashwood Court, Union

Township. Willis Heat & Cooling, Cincinnati, HVAC, 4949 Tealtown Road, Union Township. Icon Solar Power, Cincinnati, alter, 684 Brandy Way, Union Township. Clermont Community Services, Batavia, HVAC, 601 Fern Court, Union Township. Tom Phipps, Pleasant Plain, alter, 7013 Garrison Spurling, Wayne Township.

Commercial

JWH Excavating, Newtonsville, fire main line-Kroger, 210 Sterling Run Blvd., Mt. Orab Village. Advantage Fire Protection, Cincinnati, fire suppression-Country Inn & Retail, 290 Brooks Malott Road, Mt. Orab Village. Kelsey Williams, Trotwood, fire suppression-Kroger, 210 Sterling Run Blvd., Mt. Orab Village.

TYCO/ADT, Norwood, fire alarm, 4288 Armstrong Blvd., Batavia Township. Vincent Carraher, Cincinnati, fire suppression, 2025 Hospital Drive, Batavia Township. MHC, Irving, Texas, trailer, 2615 Old Ohio 32, 301 Sherwood, Batavia Township. Zach the Builder, Covington, Kentucky, garage, 4234 Peace Haven, Batavia Township, $90,000. Imbus Builders, Cincinnati, garage, 4629 Stanton Hall, Batavia Township, $50.000. Owensville Electro Mechanic Service, alter, 216 E. Main St., Batavia Village. Bernard Brown, Amelia, alter, 1940 Clough Pike, Batavia Village. David Uible, New Richmond, Front Street Revitalization, 100-B Front St., New Richmond Village. David Kennedy, New Richmond, tent-

St. Bernadette, 1453 Locust Lake, Pierce Township. Cinci Fire Protection Inc., Miamiville, fire suppression, 4600 Beechwood, Union Township. Spencer Contruction, Cincinnati, alter-PNC Bank ATM, 4579 Eastgate Blvd. Union Township. Seco Electric Co., Covington, Kentucky, alter, 4941 Tealtown, Union Township. Myron House, Cincinnati, shed, 804 Diane Drive, Union Township, $3,800. Deem, Indianapolis, Indiana, alterKroger, 4530 Eastgate Blvd., Union Township, $125,000. Danny Lovins, Goshen, pole barn, 6533 Shiloh Road, Wayne Township, $10,200. Tribble Refrigeration, Milford, HVAC, 4156 Half Acre Road, Williamsburg Township.

REAL ESTATE 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 Ashwood Place, Maple Street Homes LLC. to Alexander Bertsch, 0.2798 acre, $144,010. 26 Ashwood Place, Maple Street Homes LLC. to Brian Homan, 0.2061 acre, $148,320. 7 Ashwood Place, Maple Street Homes LLC. to Carl Bomkamp, 0.1414 acre, $150,085. 2 Bobwhite Court, Richard Hunt to Richard & Julie Henderson, 0.1780 acre, $135,500. 15 Heron Drive, LAG LLC. to Scott Kerr & Jennifer Schwanekamp, 0.2290 acre, $132,500. 40 Hopkins Ave., Debra Williams to Carol Ostenkamp, 0.3830 acre, $124,900. 21 Shady Creek Lane, Victoria Hart to Roger Bowling, 0.2460 acre, $138,000.

BATAVIA TOWNSHIP

4293 Hickory Park Lane, The Drees Co. to Stephanie Mills, $92,922. 4590-4562 Julep Way, Traditions

Investments Batavia Ltd. to Fischer Attached Homes II LLC., 0.9260 acre, $366,388. 4532 Julep Way, Fischer Attached Homes II LLC. to Julie Erin Johnston, $134,130. 4540 Julep Way, Fischer Attached Homes II LLC. to Andrew Schmidt, $83,830. 9 Macarthur Drive, Sandra Coleman, executrix to Sean Ericson, $110,000. 2028 Wood Brook, Schmidt Builders Inc. to Michelle & Marty Minogue, 0.5280 acre, $208,800.

NEW RICHMOND VILLAGE

314 Center Street, Vera Smith to Habitat for Humanity TriState, $8,000.

PIERCE TOWNSHIP

973 Cedar Ridge Drive No. 2, Timothy Umberg, et al. to Mindy Copens, $68,000. 901 Pine Valley Lane, Alan & Ruthann Cornetet to Gary & Deborah Tragesser, 0.2170 acre, $285,000.

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UNION TOWNSHIP

528 Alvina Lane, Gary & Doris Bonomini to Matthew Schreiner, 0.5440 acre, $150,000. 3940 Benjamin Drive, US Bank National Assoc., as trustee to Wellington Homes LLC., $48,000. 4222 Brandonmore Drive, Steven Imholt to Timothy Teepe & Alison Vondrell, 0.2570 acre, $199,900. 825 Deer Valley Drive, Mark & Donna Lallathin to Jennifer Teets, 0.4500 acre, $230,000. 4593 Ellsberry Court, Christopher Berns to Steven & Megan Falconieri, 0.2810 acre, $152,000. 4631 Elmont Drive, Thomas & Antoinette Durnell, trustees to Daniel Wanninger, $130,000. 4550 English Creek Drive, Greg Holman, trustee to Kenneth Jordan, 0.5000 acre, $188,000. 4473 Forest Trail, HSBC Bank USA to Timothy & Rebecca Keep, $67,000. 4129 Glen Este Withamsville Road, Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., as trustee to Lance Sizemore, $63,000. 987 Glendale Drive, Keith & Caska Mentzel to William & Kelly Williams, $152,000. 655 Hyacinth Road, M/I Homes of

Cincinnati LLC. to Robert Hathorn, et al., 0.2755 acre, $282,612. 1291 Kilbrannen, Daniel Johnston & Stephanie Johnston to Scott & Elizabeth Alter, 0.9740 acre, $274,000. 4194 Mt. Carmel Tobasco Road, Eric Stein to Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp., $80,000. 4212 North Gensen Loop, M/I Homes of Cincinnati LLC. to Janet Thomas, 0.0926 acre, $155,955. 4809 Stoneybrook Road, Barry & Mary Lemon to Natalie West, $130,000.

WILLIAMSBURG TOWNSHIP

Colonial Drive, Paula & Richard Dawes to Joshua & Laura Ratcliff, 1.5700 acre, $14,000. Lot 6 Concord Hennings Mill Road, Will Rogers, trustee to Liming Hou & Shaowen Wu, 5.7610 acre, $25,000.

WILLIAMSBURG VILLAGE

168 Fifth Street, Larry & Kathleen Taylor to Cynthia & Rick Bowling, 0.2984 acre, $42,400.

PROVIDED

100-year celebration

Batavia Township Board of Trustees Chairman Archie Wilson helps Grace Duchemin celebrate her 100th birthday Thursday, Oct. 8. Duchemin was treated to a party by the Batavia Convalescent Home, not far from her home of so many years on Herold Road in Batavia Township. Wilson presented Duchemin with a certificate from the trustees congratulating her for reaching the milestone.

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There is a joke among friends here, “It’s a Phoenix that has risen from the ashes. ”When Charles and Allison Hahn Sobieck purchased the property at 502 North Main Street (in Somerset, Kentucky), there was a lot of work to be done, to say the least. With the vision of a B & B and a home in ruins, there were little choices. The dilapidated structure was removed, then reconstructed as it had been in the 1850’s. It’s a brand new home. A bit of an unusual concept for a bed and breakfast. “We reconstructed the home from scratch. This gave us the benefit of designing every amenity possible along the way, ”said Allison Sobieck, owner. Every room is equipped with many amenities you don’t often find in a traditional bed and breakfast, but rather a fine hotel. Every room has a full sized closet with a pair of micro-fiber robes hanging in them, 400- count Egyptian cotton sheets, cable TV with DVD players, queen sized beds, and a host of other things. For instance, 2 rooms have gas fireplaces and 3 rooms have whirlpool tubs. We even offer many add on amenities such as massage, dinner, flowers, etc…

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