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Twins Aaron and Adam Eversole were not fans of school up until their sophomore year. The brothers tended to get lower grades until they discovered The Success Academy, a joint venture between the Kenton County School District and the Kentucky National Guard 1204th Aviation Support Battalion. Now the two brothers are excelling at their studies, displaying leadership, and looking forward to an opportunity to serve their country. SCHOOLS, A5

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Father Lou is back in the Life section this week as Sports returns to its normal spot in the A section. Read how Father Lou suggests we deal with the unfairness of life that is sometimes thrown our way. Find Father Lou, recipes, calendars and other columnists in our Life section each week. LIFE, B3

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Ryan Henry expresses his faith through his music and shares that enthusiasm through recording and teaching. Read about what this Independence resident is up to and what his future plans are. Henry’s second CD, “The Beautiful Brokenness” will be released soon. LIFE, B1

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Volunteers still vital to cities By Jason Brubaker jbrubaker@nky.com

Dave Schrand knows as well as anyone that being a volunteer isn’t always easy. “I remember having to leave in the middle of a haircut one time, running out the door with half of my hair not done and my barber’s robe still on,” recalled Schrand, a volunteer with the Fort Mitchell Fire/EMS Department since 1975. “It’s definitely not for everybody, but I’ve found it to be really rewarding.” Schrand’s friend, George Bruns, became involved in volunteerism after helping a couple of friends put out a vehicle fire one night as a teenager. Bruns has been with the Crescent Springs/Villa Hills Fire Authority for around 30 years. “I enjoy being able to respond when people need help,” he said. “It’s a lot of responsibility, but it’s a good feeling to be able to help out.” However, despite positive reflections from Schrand, Bruns and others, volunteers across Northern Kentucky are quickly becoming a rare breed, according to many city officials. Increased state-regulated training for volunteers combined with a slumping economy have forced many volunteers out of the field and into jobs where they’ll be receiving a salary instead. “These days, you have a lot more households where both parents are working all day to make ends meet,” confirmed Erlanger Mayor Tom Rouse. “I don’t necessarily think the spirit of volunteerism has gone away, but I do think the time just isn’t available for most people.” Additonally, Rouse said the decline in the number of volunteers is coming at a time when most cities are faced with shrinking budgets. “Nobody wants to see taxes go up, but with costs rising, it’s sometimes tough for city governments to make ends meet and provide the services they need to,” he said. “So having volunteers to provide some of these services is a tremendous benefit, and we wish we had a lot more.” Erlanger council member

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Fort Mitchell Fire Chief Scott McVey started as a volunteer with the department. Although Fort Mitchell’s volunteer numbers have remained strong, many other cities are losing them. Patty Suedkamp agreed. Suedkamp is currently a member of the city’s Volunteers in Police Services (VIPS) program, and previously volunteered on the Rescue Squad for 11 years. “It’s just so crucial to a city budget, because it saves so much time and money for our paid staff members,” she said. “We’re always looking to save where ever we can, and volunteers are a big part of that.” Fort Mitchell Fire Chief Scott McVey, who started as a volunteer before a paid position was created earlier this year, said that the volunteer numbers have remained fairly steady in Fort Mitchell over the years.

“That gives us a bigger and better pool of people to choose from when we need to,” he said. “Without volunteers, I really don’t know how our department would run.” However, Erlanger and Villa Hills are among the cities who have seen their volunteer numbers drop over the years, which Suedkamp attributes to families generally having less time. “It’s just a different era, and with this economy, it’s tough enough to find time to work and raise a family,” she said. “But we certainly wish we had more, because there’s so much good that volunteers can do.” “It really is the best bang for

our buck, because the cost is nominal and we get people who are really dedicated,” added Bruns. “But we certainly could always use more, especially in these times.” And while volunteer positions and requirements can range from city to city, Suedkamp said that there is one constant for a volunteer. “To see someone smile after you’ve helped them, or to get a hug - it’s just a great feeling,” she said. “It’s something I wish everyone could experience.” For more information about volunteering, contact your local city administration.

Benefit to raise money for arts program By Jason Brubaker jbrubaker@nky.com

The Andrew Mistler Foundation will hold their 3rd Annual Benefit on Sept. 19 to help raise money for local arts programs and at-risk youth in the community. The foundation was started by Greg and Michelle Mistler after their son was killed in a 2004 car accident, just weeks before his senior year at Dixie Heights High School. Knowing their son’s love of art, the Mistlers decided to start the

foundation to support the art program at Dixie, offering scholarships, sponsoring art shows and providing funds for special art projects at the school. “It’s been part of our grief journey and it’s a way of keeping Andy alive,” explained Greg. “We just want to make a difference in a young person’s life, and try to have some good come out of this situation.” Toward their goal, the Foundation has already awarded seven scholarships to Dixie students. In addition to that, Greg said they intend to start reaching

out to local organizations that help at-risk youth. “That’s something we feel very strongly about, and we’re excited to get involved and help out,” he said. To help with their goals, the Foundation will again hold their annual golf tournament and dinner, complete with door prizes, raffles and an auction. The 12hole scramble will be at the Kenton County Golf Course, with dinner following at St. Pius Church in Edgewood. In keeping with tradition, the hole sponsor signs will again be

designed by art students at Dixie Heights. “That’s one of the really cool things about this, and it’s a great way to get the art department involved,” said Greg. “The kids always do a terrific job with the signs, and we get a lot of compliments on them.” The golf scramble will start at 2:30 p.m., with the dinner starting at 7 p.m. For more information about the benefit, or to purchase dinner tickets, call 3411744 or visit www.andrewmistlerfoundation.o rg.

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Get ready-made, custom burgers at Five Guys By Regan Coomer rcoomer@nky.com

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The restaurant chain Five Guys Burgers & Fries opened in the Crestview Hills Town Center Sunday, Aug. 30. The restaurant specializes in customized, fresh burgers.

Five Guys Burgers and Fries, a restaurant specializing in burgers made your way, just opened in the Crestview Hills Town Center Aug. 30. “We’re glad to be here,” said co-owner Joseph Carroll. “We’re excited to be at this location.” The 2,700 square feet restaurant seats about 85 people and serves up three basic burgers: the hamburger, the cheeseburger and the bacon cheeseburger. How you take your burger from there is all up to you, Carroll said. “You can built it however you want,” he said. “All the topping are included in whatever burger you start with.” Customers can use Five Guys’ 15 free toppings such as the traditional onions

and lettuce or the harder-tofind burger toppings grilled mushrooms and green peppers to complete their perfect burger. Five Guys Burgers and Fries was founded in 1986 by five brothers in Arlington, Va. Since then, over 300 stores have been opened across the country. The Crestview Hills location is the second Five Guys in Greater Cincinnati and the first in Northern Kentucky. Carroll said he and his business partners, who make up the Orlando-based KRNBLZ, LLC., will eventually open 25 locations of Five Guys Burgers and Fries in Greater Cincinnati. The first, located in Clifton, has been open for about two months and is doing well, Carroll said. The restaurant’s fresh ground beef, Idaho potato fries and buns baked daily will make all the difference to burger lovers, Carroll said. “I think a lot of people who have not experienced Five Guys will be curious to come in and see what we’re all about,” he said. “Then they’ll be hooked.” The Crestview Hills Five Guys Burgers and Fries is located in the town center at 2887 Dixie Highway. Hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week. For more information, contact the restaurant at 331-1269.

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LAKESIDE PARK – The city will host its annual block party at 4 p.m. Saturday Sept. 12 in the Lakeside Presbyterian Church parking lot. The party will have an inflatable slide for children and a corn hole turney for adults. The Lakeside Park Recreation Department will provide the main dish and residents are asked to bring a dish to share. Even-numbered street addresses should bring a side dish and odd-numbered addresses are asked to bring a dessert. RSVP by calling 426-7200 by Sept. 10.

Public archaeology dig

FORT WRIGHT – The James A. Ramage Civil War Museum will host a Public Archaeology Dig at the Battery Hooper site Saturday and Sunday Sept. 12 and 13. Adults and children (10 years of age and older accompanied by a legal guardian) are invited to participate in two-hour shifts. Times are 9 to 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. each day. Call the museum at 344-1145 with the name, address, phone number, email, preferred dates and times and ages of any children participating. Officials will call or e-mail you back to confirm the reservation. Come dressed for the weather and prepare to get dirty.

Council meeting rescheduled

EDGEWOOD - The Edgewood city council will hold a special meeting on Sept. 14 at 6:30 p.m. at the city building. The city also announced that the regularly scheduled meetings on Sept. 7 and 21 have been canceled. For more information, contact the city at 331-5910.

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Catalinas show that seniors can swim in sync By Amanda Joering Alley ajoering@nky.com

Old age isn’t slowing down one group of women at the Campbell County YMCA. The Campbell County Catalinas, all senior citizens, are gearing up for another

synchronized-swimming performance at the Campbell County YMCA. “When people see us doing it, they think it must be easy, but I’ve seen professional divers and lifeguards who couldn’t do what we do,” said Mary Jane Knasel, instructor of

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the group who will be 70 next month. “It’s really not as easy as it looks.” The group, which practices twice a week for their yearly performance, was formed decades ago at the old YMCA in Covington, Knasel said. “I went into this with the intentions of just having fun, but it’s also very good exercise for your body and your brain,” Knasel said. Member Mary Mayhew, 80, said she started with the group 25 years ago and

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The Campbell County Catalinas practice for their 2008 Synchronized Swimming Show at the Campbell County YMCA . still loves doing it. “It’s a lot of fun for all of us, and we all get along great,” Mayhew said. Over the years, the crowd at the performance has grown, Mayhew said, and many people beyond

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By the time a child graduates from high school, he or she will have spent more than 15,000 hours in a school setting. During that time, school programs touch on many aspects of students' lives, including their health. To promote school health programs, the Northern Kentucky Health Department annually provides funding to local schools to implement evidence-based health promotion and education programs. A total of $19,639.15 has been awarded to public and private schools in Boone, Campbell, and Kenton counties for the 20092010 school year. The funding is provided through the REACH (Resources and Education to Achieve Coordinated school Health) coalition, which is coordinated by the Health Department. To receive funding, programs must focus on physical activity, nutrition, or social and emotional health. “Health and school performance are closely linked," said Steven R. Katkowsky, M.D., District Director of Health. “Factors such as physical inactivity, violence and hunger all impact a child's ability to perform academi-

Success academy helped cadets want to learn Seventeen-year-olds Aaron and Adam Eversole changed their lives for the better after three years at the Kenton County School District’s Success Academy. The twin brothers admit school wasn’t a priority for them before becoming cadets in their sophomore year of high school. “I don’t think I’ve had a D since I’ve been here. That’s a huge improvement for me,” Adam said. The Success Academy is a cooperative program between the school district and the Kentucky National Guard 1204th Aviation Support Battalion that offers students experience in military science, leadership, citizenship, physical fitness and life skills. The Eversoles said they really didn’t have parental guidance growing up and their attitude toward school reflected that. The twins agree the academy gave them the discipline they needed to succeed. “They want us to love to learn. When you’re done learning in high school and college you want to keep on learning,” Adam said. Starting at the academy was hard at first, especially when Aaron was caught stealing another student’s boots to complete his uniform. “That was kind of the turning point. I knew I wanted to become a better person, but I didn’t realize what it took,” he said. “I took this guy’s boots without even asking and he still let me use them. I said ‘OK I’m going to be a good guy from here on out.’”

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Adam noticed the difference in his twin and decided to try it himself. “I knew that if it changed my brother a little bit I knew it would change me,” he said. Now the twins are seniors and plan to join the U.S. Marine Corps after high school. “It’s something completely different to a middle schooler going through seven years of school doing the same thing every day,” Aaron said. “You’re not going here to make it easier on yourself, you’re coming here to discipline and set higher standards for yourself.” At the academy Adam and Aaron said there are no cliques the cadets think of themselves as one entity. “We all want to be here,” Adam said. “We all have pride in our school,” Aaron added. Principal Clay Dawson, who first met the twins when he was principal at Scott High School, said he’d take 100 Eversoles at the academy. “When I have seen in them from their first years at Scott is a huge difference in their attitude towards school, especially in their leadership and how they step up. I’m so glad we have this program and I’m incredibly proud of these guys.” Adam hopes the academy will keep growing after he’s gone. “It’s an awesome place. I can’t wait for it to expand. I want to come back in 25 years and see thousands of cadets. And a big picture of me on the wall,” he laughed.

cally. Local school leaders realize the need to address these health issues, and the Health Department is fortunate to be able to provide them with some financial support to do so.” To apply, schools must send at least two representatives to the Health Department's annual REACH for Excellence in School Health conference, held each winter. Then, the schools submit applications for funding. Applications are reviewed by the Health Department staff, and programs are funded based on their demonstration of need and plan to use evidence-based health programs to improve the health and wellness of their students and/or staff. The REACH incentive fund process began in 2000. Since then, more than $164,000 of funding has been awarded to local schools. Many of the programs funded for the 2009-2010 school year promote physical activity for students. For example, "Girls on the Run," funded at two schools, targets girls age 8 to 13 years old. The programs combine training for a 3.1 mile running event with self-esteem enhancing, uplifting workouts. "Steps to Respect," funded at two schools, is a bullying prevention program that

focuses on school policies and teaches students to recognize and report bullying behaviors. A complete list of schools, program names, type of program and amount funded is attached, and can be found on the Health Department's Web site, http://www.nkyhealth.org. “At Twenhofel Middle School, we are thrilled to be approved for the REACH grant for the 20092010 school year,” said Cheryl Jones, Principal. “The REACH grant will allow us to offer other incentives for students by purchasing Wii's for use as rewards instead of doing pizza parties, sundae parties or other prizes involving food. This will enable us to reward our children with something fun and enticing without offering additional calories. It will also provide opportunities for appropriate social interaction and physical activity that will benefit our children and teachers while rewarding them for good behavior, attendance and strong work ethic.” For more information on coordinated school health or the REACH Coalition, please call the Health Department's Community Health Promotion office at 859.341.4264 or visit http://www.fitclassrooms.com.

Learning the ropes Robbie Newman climbs the rope ladder at Camp Joy. Blessed Sacrament seventh- and eighth-grade students attended Camp Joy to get them ready for their junior high experience. The annual field trip takes place the first week the students are back to school. Some of the lessons learned at Camp Joy, are those that cannot always be easily taught in the classroom. The outdoor activities involve team work, trust, and support from their peers. In return, each student gains confidence and respect for their classmates. ALL PHOTOS PROVIDED

Erin Hunt walks the tight rope at Camp Joy.

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CLASS REUNIONS S A T U R D A Y, S E P T . 1 1 Boone County Class of 1984 Reunion, 25th reunion, 6:30 p.m. Turfway Park Racing Club. $35. RSVP to BCHS84reunion@gmail.com. S A T U R D A Y, S E P T . 1 9 Dixie Heights Class of 1964 Reunion, 6 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Walt’s Hitching Post, 3300 Madison Pike, Dinner served 7 p.m. $35. Reservations required. Presented by Dixie Heights Class of 1964. 371-7056. Fort Wright.

S A T U R D A Y, S E P T . 2 6 Boone County High School Class Reunion of 1969 and 1970, 6 p.m. Carnegie Events Center and Museum, 401 Monmouth St. Includes dinner and dancing. Music by DJ. $30. Presented by Boone County High School. 653-0444; 283-1458. Newport. S U N D A Y, O C T . 4 Annual Campbell County High School Picnic Reunion, 1 p.m.-6 p.m. Pendery Park, Williams Lane, Classes of 1963, 1964, 1965 and 1966. Bring food to share, drinks and seating.635-3592. Melbourne.

S A T U R D A Y, O C T . 1 0 Dayton High School Class of 1989’s 20 Year Reunion, 8 p.m.-midnight, Embassy Suites Rivercenter, 10 E. Rivercenter Blvd. Includes dinner, beer, wine, soft drinks music by DJ. $120 couple, $65 single. Reservations required. Presented by Dayton High School Class of ‘89 Committee. 261-8400. Covington.

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This week in soccer

• Beechwood High School girls shut out Ludlow High School, 4-0, Aug. 24. In addition to two goals each scored by Smith and Miniard, Rudebusch had four saves. Beechwood advanced to 1-2. • The Aug. 25 Simon Kenton High School boys soccer game against Scott County High School ended in a 2-2 tie. The tie leaves Simon at a 0-2-1 record. Cody Herald and Kody Hutchins scored the two goals for Simon Kenton. • Scott High School boys defeated Campbell County in a 2-0 shutout, Aug. 25. Scott advances to 3-0 with the win. Scoring Scott’s two goals were Stephen Supe and Alec Robbins. • Notre Dame Academy girls shut out Ryle 4-0, Aug. 25. Notre Dame goals were scored by Courtney Clark, Russo, Sheben and Chandler Clark. Rolfsen made two saves. • Notre Dame girls returned Aug. 26 for another shutout, scoring eight goals against Scott High School. Voskuhl and Rolfsen had one save for Notre Dame. Scoring goals were Scheben with two, C. Clark with two and T. Clark, A. Clark, Shelton and Leininger with one goal each. The win adavances Notre Dame to 5-0. • Dixie Heights girls defeated Cooper 3-1, Aug. 29. Dixie’s Critcher scored two goals, and Hoffman scored one. The win brings Dixie Heights to a 3-1 record. • Notre Dame girls shut out Boone County 6-0, Aug. 29. Notre Dame’s goals were scored by Scheben with two, brown, Co. Clark, Ch. Clark and Shelton. Notre Dame girls advaces to 6-0 with the win. • Simon Kenton girls’ game against Bishop Brossart ended in a 1-1 tie, Aug. 29. • Villa Madonna girls’ game ended in a 1-1 tie against Newport Central Catholic, Aug. 29. Kiley Stoll scored the goal for Villa.

Punt, pass, kick contest

Kenton County and Independence Parks and Recreation will present the NFL Youth Football Punt, Pass and Kick Football Competition, from 4-7 p.m., Monday, Sept. 21, in Memorial Park in Independence. The event is free and open to boys and girls ages 8-15. Only gym shoes (soft sole) will be permitted. Age classification is as of Dec. 31 of this year. Participants must fill out an entry form. A valid birth certificate and parental signature are required. Age-group winners at the local competition will receive ribbons. The top finishers from each of four age groups (8/9, 10/11, 12/13, 14/15) at the local competition will advance to a sectional competition at Georgetown Oct. 17. The winners at sectionals will have their scores compared with other sectional champions; the top five scorers from the pool of sectional champions advance to the team championship. The top four finishers in the boys’ and girls’ divisions within each age bracket from the pool of 32 Team Champions will qualify for the National Finals at an NFL playoff game in January. Call 525-PLAY or 356-5302.

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September 3, 2009

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Dixie Heights’ offense comes through By Adam Turer eastsports@communitypress.com

As long as Dixie Heights keeps making big plays on offense and the defense continues to improve, the Colonels will continue to rise in the Northern Kentucky Coaches’ Poll. Three touchdown plays of more than 40 yards each keyed the Colonels 47-7 rout of Beechwood Saturday, Aug. 29, at the Skyline Chili Crosstown Showdown at Nippert Stadium. “We executed well and moved the ball pretty consistently,” Dixie Heights head coach Tom Spritzky said. The Colonels came out in their hurry-up offense and wasted no time setting the tone for the game. Quarterback Ryan Wilson started the scoring onslaught with a 53-yard run. Ben Haggerty followed that with a 42-yard touchdown run. Corey Klei scored from a yard out in the second quarter, followed by Wilson finding Bobby Leonard for a 10-yard touchdown pass. Wilson booted a 41-yard field goal as time expired on the first half. Dixie Heights had a comfortable 30-0 lead at that point. But no lead is ever comfortable against smallschool power Beechwood. The Colonels knew they did their job in the first half, but could not let up in the second half. “I think we wore them down in the first couple of drives,” said Spritzky. The high-octane offense kept lighting up the scoreboard, as Wilson hooked up with Billy Menkhaus for a 68-yard touchdown pass on the Colonels’ second offensive play of the second half. Wilson ran for 99 yards and completed 11 of 15 passes for 165 yards. He passed for two scores, ran for another and kicked a field goal. The Colonels piled up 500 yards of offense. Klei finished with 141 yards rushing on 18 carries. “We got contributions from a lot of different guys,” Spritzky said. “We have a lot of playmakers on our team.” The Colonels have impressed early against a difficult schedule. The key to season-opening wins over defending Class 1A state champion Beechwood and defending Class 2A state runner-up Newport

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Simon Kenton quarterback Chad Lawrence looks down field as he prepares to throw the ball.

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Ben Haggerty rumbles in for a Colonels TD at the University of Cincinnati's Nippert Stadium. Dixie Heights crushed defending Kentucky State Division A Champion Beechwood 47-7. Zach Sowder avoided the shutout for the Eagles, scoring from 14 yards out in the final minute of play.

Central Catholic has been ball control. The Colonels defense has stepped up and allowed the offense to have the ball in its hands for most of the game. The offense has taken care of the ball, committing only one turnover so far this season. The Colonels continue to climb up the polls and a win over defending 6A runnerup Simon Kenton would serve notice that Dixie Heights can compete with some of the best teams in the state at every level. “We hope to keep improving and strive for perfection,” Spritzky said. The Colonels head to Simon Kenton aiming to improve to 3-0 on the season. Kickoff is 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4. Beechwood will face Highlands at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 4, at home.

Lexington Catholic 23, Covington Catholic 17

Covington Catholic dropped its second straight game to start the season, losing a tight back-andforth contest to Lexington Catholic. The Colonels trailed 16-7 at halftime but cut the lead to two late in the third quarter on Leo Schaffer’s touchdown run. Schaffer ran 13 times for 138 yards to lead the Colonels. Brayden Erpenbeck completed 11 of 25 passes for 94 yards. He rushed for the Colonels’ first touchdown. CovCath outgained the Knights, 322 yards to 314,

Simon Kenton 29, NewCath 8

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Beechwoods’ Cory Schuler breaks up a pass intended for Dixie Heights’ Bobby Leonard near the goal line at the University of Cincinnati’s Nippert Stadium. Dixie Heights crushed defending Div A Kentucky State Champion Beechwood 47-7. but could not recover an onside kick after Evan Talkers’ 30-yard field goal with 27 seconds left cut the deficit to six. The Colonels host Cincinnati La Salle at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5.

Holy Cross 32, Pikeville 14

Markel Walker rushed for 182 yards and passed for 135 to lead the Indians to victory in the Pike County Bowl. The Indians jumped out to a 20-0 halftime lead and responded after Pikeville scored to start the third quarter. Walker rushed for a touchdown and passed for a touchdown. Andy Roenker also rushed for a touchdown and had an interception on defense for the Indians, who forced four turnovers. Holy Cross improved to 2-0 on the season and has a bye this weekend.

back Nick West, a top college prospect, dominated the game. He rushed for 184 yards and four touchdowns. All four scores came in the first half from distances of 17, 37, 56 and 40 yards. Eric Champ scored on a TD run in the second half, and the Cougars later scored on an Aaron Stephens field goal and a safety.

Simon Kenton looks to go 2-0 this week by hosting school district rival Dixie Heights 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4. Both teams have beaten Newport Central Catholic already this year. The Pioneers dispatched NewCath 29-8 Aug. 29 as part of the Skyline Chili Crosstown Showdown at the University of Cincinnati. SK, last year’s Class 6A state runner-up, had 383 yards offense, mostly without major college prospect Miles Simpson, who had a mild ankle sprain. Chad Lawrence threw for 141 yards and three touchdowns, two to Zach Carroll and one to Ryan Winkler. Carroll was the team’s leading receiver with four catches for 59 yards. Sage Powell put the Pioneers on the board in the first half and had 66 rushing yards overall. Lawrence had 87 rushing yards, part of SK’s 242yard ground attack. Nik Brown had 53 on the ground. Zach Kaiser had an interception with a 23-yard return.

Conner 40, Scott 7

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Simon Kenton running back Sage Powell yells as he celebrates after his touchdown in the second quarter during SK’s 29-8 win over Newport Central Catholic Aug. 29.

The Scott Eagles will look for their first win as the Eagles host the Cooper Jaguars at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4. They hope it goes better than their home game against similarly named but more established Conner from the Boone County school district, as the Cougars walked away from Taylor Mill with a 40-7 win. Conner senior quarter-

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The Colonels’ defensive lineman Wes Smith (78) and Blake Withrow tackle Beechwood’s running back Joe Colisimo for a loss at the University of Cincinnati's Nippert Stadium.

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Sports & recreation

September 3, 2009

Kenton cross country hits early stride By James Weber

to lead the Indians. Nick Jehn, Bret Bey, Taylor Bergman, Eric Brinkman, Aaron Fuller and Andy Bramer also started.

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Cross country season is in full stride. Meets began Aug. 29 for local teams. The big local meet this weekend is the Ryle Invitational Saturday, Sept. 5. Here is information on local teams either submitted by head coaches or gleaned from season-opening meets. Several coaches did not submit information to the Recorder.

St. Henry

Covington Catholic

The Colonels were local 2A regional champions last year. They finished sixth in the Louisville St. Xavier meet Aug. 29. Stephen Schwab led the way in 15th. James Simms was 25th. Other starters were Matt Smith, Kevin Crush, Paul Cusick, Paul Kemp and Khang Le. Crush was CovCath’s top finisher at state last year at 24th, with Simms, Smith and Schwab close behind.

Covington Latin

The Trojans fielded a full team for the first meet of the 2009 season hosted by Holmes. Runners were John Deis (18th), Donald Meyer, Matthew Lindley, Sean Cleves and Jesse Anderson.

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Trey Hemmer of Holy Cross runs in last year’s Class 1A state meet.

Holy Cross

Holy Cross finished third at the Holmes meet Aug. 29. Trey Hemmer was sixth

Eric Neuhaus returns as Crusader head coach after two years away. He had been the head coach for five years prior. He will hold the team to its usual high standards, as the team will look for its eighth straight Class 1 A state team championship. The team graduated standout Michael Whitehead but returns five starters in Ben Bessler, Brendan Dooley, Luke Behler, Frank Bruni, and Nick Wilson. They all finished in the top 31 at state last year. Top newcomers are Armand Frigo, Zach Haacke, Nathan Mark, Sean Robinson and Cameron Rohmann. “We have a number of good runners, an even better work ethic, and very impressive senior leadership,” Neuhaus said. “We hope to overcome our lack of a frontrunner with our biggest strength, which will undoubtedly be our depth.”

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Kiley Stoll (front) and Katie Miller of Villa Madonna run in last year’s Class 1A state meet.

Kenton County girls run for the finish By James Weber jweber@nky.com

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CovCath's James Simms finished seventh in the 2A regional meet. Casey Jones and Chris Palladino were 10th and 11th. Tyler Lincoln, Jared Yocum, Andrew Adams, and Eric Hicks also started.

SK finished seventh at Holmes to start this season.

SIDELINES Learn to play baseball

Sign-ups for the 2009 Kentucky Amateur Baseball Association “Learn to Play “Fall Baseball session

are being taken through Sept. 12. On-site registrations are being conducted at Dick’s Sporting Goods from 1-4 p.m., on Sunday, Sept. 6. Registration forms are available online at www.kababaseball.org and at www.learntoplayacademy.org. The parent meeting will be held at the first practice, Sept. 12, while the league starts playing games on Saturday, Sept. 19.

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Once the season starts the league features a practice during the week and a game on the weekend. Hitting, fielding and throwing instruction will be emphasized. This instructional league will offer tee ball for the younger children and machine pitch for those older and more skilled. League age is determined by the child’s age on April 30, 2010. The league will accept children between 4 and 8 year old (as of April 30, 2010). Call Jeff Keener at 991-4619.

Learn to play basketball

KABA will take registrations for its Northern Kentucky winter basketball league for children third grade and under. Children of pre-school, kindergarten, first, second and third grades will be allowed to participate in this league. Contact Jeff Keener at 991-4619.

Girls’ cross country are definitely not running in place this fall. Meets began Aug. 29 for local teams. The big local meet this weekend is the Ryle Invitational Saturday, Sept. 5. Here is information on local teams either submitted by head coaches or gleaned from season-opening meets. Several coaches did not submit information to the Recorder.

Calvary Christian

The Cougars are building their program and began the year with a fourth-place finish at the Holmes Licking River Run Aug. 29. Christina Sandberg, a state qualifier last year, finished third overall at Holmes. She was 40th in 1A last year. Myrtle Shelton and Kirsten Larson were 13th and 15th. Maria Urz, Meagan Urz, Cece Higgins and Tiffany Isbell also started. They did not provide additional info to the Recorder.

Holy Cross

Tricia Arlinghaus takes over as head coach for the Indians, who were fourth in the region and fifth at state in Class 1A last year. They lost three of their top runners but return Gabby Bergman (15th in state), Lily Barth, Julie Arlinghaus (25th), and Maddie Schweitzer. Megan Wilkerson returns as a senior. Top newcomers are Natalie Jehn and Kaitlyn

Bryant. Holy Cross began 2009 by finishing third at the Holmes Licking River Run. Bergman was sixth.

St. Henry

As usual, it’s state title or bust for the Crusaders. The Crusaders return five starters from last year’s Class 1A state champs, the fifth time in six years they claimed that crown. Maria Frigo (third at state in 2008), Kelsey Hinken (seventh), Lindsey Hinken (fifth), Paige Dooley (24th), and Allysa Brady (19th) are the top returners. Frigo, Kelsey Hinken, and Dooley are seniors. Frigo is defending regional champion. Top newcomers are Ashley Svec, Kirsti Ryan and Jackie Gedney. Eighth-year head coach Tony Harden returns to the Crusaders this year.

Simon Kenton

Rachel Stoehr is the new head coach for Simon Kenton. “This is a team determined to make a difference this year,” she said. “They want to make a name for themselves after being overlooked the past few seasons. While we are still building up the program, look for Simon Kenton to finish higher up in the rankings than in past years.” Simon finished fifth at the Holmes meet Aug. 29. Morgan Yocum was fifth to lead the Pioneers. Tessa Combs, Malia Kidwell, Michelle Kloentrup, Danielle Wills, Alisha Marshall and Maria Chitkara also started.

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September 3, 2009

Community Recorder

BRIEFLY This week in golf

â&#x20AC;˘ Beechwood golfer Drew Kinman shot 3 over par 38 on the front nine at Fort Mitchell Country Club, Aug. 24, helping his team secure the win over Dixie Heights 170-183. â&#x20AC;˘ Scott girls defeated Newport Central Catholic High School by one point, 249-250, Aug. 24. â&#x20AC;˘ Beechwood girls were aided in their win over Boone County 220-248, Aug. 24, by Gooch, who shot 3 over 40 ont he front nine at Fort Mitchell Country Club. â&#x20AC;˘ Covington Catholic golfer Alex Scanlon shot 1 over par 36 on the front nine at Kenton County Golf Course, Aug. 25, helping his team defeat St. Henry, 150202. â&#x20AC;˘ Simon Kenton High School girls golf team member Morgan Larison shot 1 over par 36 on the front nine at Pioneer, Aug. 25, helping her team defeat Dixie Heights High School, 192-215. â&#x20AC;˘ Villa Madonnaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ryan Strotch shot 3 over par 38 on teh front nine at Lassing Point, Aug. 27, helping the Villa boys defeat Holy Cross, 169-189. â&#x20AC;˘ Cooper golfer Adam Millson shot a 3-over par 38 on the front nine at Lassing Point, Aug. 27, helping the Cooper boys defeat St. Henry

High School 166-172. Cooper advances to 5-2 with the win. â&#x20AC;˘ Notre Dame Academyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; golf team won the Bulltt East Invitational at Tanglewood Golf Course, Aug. 29, with 353 points against Henry Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 356, Shelby Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 364, Sayreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 366, Oldham Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 369, Mercyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 371, Manualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 373 and Owen Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 379.

This week in volleyball

â&#x20AC;˘ Villa Madonna defeated Bellevue, 25-6, 25-11, Aug. 25. Villa Madonna advances to a 6-1 record with the win. â&#x20AC;˘ Scott defeated Bishop Brossart, 25-13, 25-11, Aug. 25. Scott advances to a 10-2 record with the win. â&#x20AC;˘ Simon Kenton defeated Ryle 20-25, 27-25, 25-18, Aug. 25. Simon advances to a 6-5 record after the win. â&#x20AC;˘ Scott defeated Lexington Lafayette 24-26, 25-21, 25-18, Aug. 26. Scott advances to 11-2 with the win. â&#x20AC;˘ Villa Madonna defeated Bellevue 25-6, 25-10, Aug. 26. â&#x20AC;˘ Notre Dame Academy defeated Dixie Heights, 2514, 25-11, Aug. 26. â&#x20AC;˘ Dixie Heights defeated Ludlow, 22-25, 25-18, 25-19, Aug. 27. â&#x20AC;˘ Simon Kenton defeated Pendleton County 25-13, 25-

13, Aug. 27. â&#x20AC;˘ Villa Madonna defeated Lloyd 25-17, 25-19, Aug. 27. â&#x20AC;˘ Scott defeated Gallatin County 25-12, 25-7, Aug. 27. â&#x20AC;˘ Villa Madonna defeated Dayton 21-14, 21-13, at the Ninth Region All â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aâ&#x20AC;? Classic, Aug. 29. Villa also beat Heritage 21-6, 21-14; and Ludlow 21-9, 21-9. â&#x20AC;˘ Notre Dame Academy girls defeated Seton 25-12, 25-23, 23-25, 25-12, Aug. 29.

Wrestling with commitment

Dixie Heights High School wrestler Joe Gronefeld recently committed to wrestle with the College of Mount St. Joseph. Gronefeld was a 2009 Kentucky state qualifier.

All stars

The All-Stars and Player of Year selections for the Northern Kentucky Athletic Conference 2009 for Fast Pitch, 2009 Division I, All Conference Team are: â&#x20AC;˘ Pitching, Kelsey Robinson, Conner â&#x20AC;˘ Pitching, Kayla Morgan, Simon Kenton â&#x20AC;˘ 1st base, Emily Broeg, Dixie â&#x20AC;˘ Outfield, Abby Snowball, Campbell County â&#x20AC;˘ 3rd base, Samantha

Bray, Campbell County â&#x20AC;˘ Catching, Tara Wells, Scott â&#x20AC;˘ Outfield, Megan Bohman, Holmes â&#x20AC;˘ Outfield, Hannah Seiter, Notre Dame â&#x20AC;˘ Outfield, Lindsey Bridges, Simon Kenton â&#x20AC;˘ 2nd base, Savannah Briggs, Ryle â&#x20AC;˘ Short stop, Katie Sullivan, Holmes â&#x20AC;˘ Designated hitter, Katie Neiheisel, Boone County â&#x20AC;˘ Outstanding Player of the Year, Kelsey Robinson, Conner.

â&#x20AC;˘ Second Place: Anderson â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 620. â&#x20AC;˘ Third Place: Highlands High School â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 626. â&#x20AC;˘ Fourth Place: Anderson County High School, Ky. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 661. â&#x20AC;˘ Fifth Place: Dixie Heights High School â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 677. â&#x20AC;˘ Sixth Place: Carlisle High School, Ohio â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 753.

Wheelchair competition

Ft. Mitchell resident Emmy Kaier will compete in the womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s singles and doubles events at the 2009 U.S. Open Wheelchair Tennis Competition, Sept. 10-13, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. The total purse for the event will be a record $100,000.

Disc golf

Kenton County Parks and Recreation conducted the seventh High School Disc Golf Championships for Boys and the inaugural HSDGC for Girls at Lincoln Ridge Saturday, May 16. A total of 53 players participated; six girls and 47 boys â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a new tournament record. Team championship scores are determined by each schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s five best individual scores. Ben Larscheid, a Dixie High School graduate, was competing in his third disc golf championship. Here are the boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; team championship scores: â&#x20AC;˘ First Place: Fairfield â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 612.

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FALL BASEBALL REGISTRATION

The Kentucky Amateur Baseball Association (KABA) & the Learn to Play Academy are taking registrations for the

2009 Fall Learn to Play Fall Baseball season. The season starts September 12th with its ďŹ rst practice and concludes October 31. A parent meeting is to be held at the time of the ďŹ rst practice. Individual, group and team registrations will be accepted. Registration form may be downloaded from www.kababaseball.org or picked up at one of the Community Registration dates held at Dickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sporting Goods in Florence.

PLAYING AGE(S)

The league uses age to group children into playing divisions. The age of a child on April 30, 2010 (yes, 2010) determines the players league age. The divisions include Tee Ball (ages 3 & 4); Rookie Machine Pitch (ages 4-6) and Machine Pitch (ages 6-8). The league reserves the right to modify player assignments based on the skill level of the child.

WHEN DOES THE SEASON START & ARE PRACTICES OFFERED

The ďŹ rst practice is set for September 12th. Games start September 19th. Practices are conducted during the week and games are played on Saturday. A minimum of six games are offered. Volunteer Coach and parent involvement is encouraged.

UNIFORM & COST

The cost of participating in this league is $75. Players receive a full uniform (hat, shirt, pants and socks) as part of their fee. Insurance is provided in the league participation fee. Uniforms are passed out prior to the ďŹ rst game (September 19th).

COACH/PLAYER DEVELOPMENT

KABA & the Learn to Play Academy will sponsor a number of trainings this year for its coaches and players. Each Coach in the league holds Cal Ripken Coaches CertiďŹ cation.

COMMUNITY REGISTRATION DATES

Register at Dickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sporting Goods on Sunday, August 30th, September 6th and 13th from 1 to 4 p.m. For more information, please call Jeff Keener at 859-991-4619.

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Community Recorder

September 3, 2009

EDITORIALS

On Aug. 17, this writer attended the city council’s public hearing on the proposed tax increase. No one spoke in favor of raising taxes. All persons who spoke, including two council members, opposed raising residential taxes. One person proposed decreasing the taxes. That sounds like the right target in the view of the harsh economy and the city’s five million dollars in reserve. The mayor and council members who “saved for a rainy day” did well. Kudos are deserved for that. That rainy day is here now. For many of us receiving social security, the taxes are high. The taxes on my home (city and county combined) equal about two months’ worth of social security checks. For obvious reasons, it would be wonderful to see the high tax burden reduced. And may we please be aware that just because someone is retired, that doesn’t mean that the home owner receives a homestead exemption. The homestead

exemption is based on age, not necessarily retirement status. One of the people who spoke at the public hearing pointed out that while property values have been decreasing, the assessments for tax purposes have been increased. While the rate of taxation has been fairly stable, the dollar amount of taxes has increased due to the “valuation assessments” being unrealistically high. Thank you for the opportunity for at least a few people to voice their concerns at the public hearing. Due to time constraints, obviously everyone there could not speak. This written letter is my “two cents worth.” One might wish the taxes were only “two cents,” but, of course, one needs to deal with reality. It is hoped the city will deal with reality by reducing city spending and reducing taxes. Jean Fricke Longmeadow Lane Fort Mitchell

Reading on the rise Have you heard about the national studies that note a decline in literary reading such as the National Endowment for the Arts' 2004 “Reading at Risk” report? As a librarian, I've reviewed these studies multiple times prior to writing reports or giving community talks. In fact, I got online to look at them prior to starting this article and, much to my surprise, discovered that it's being reported that the tide has turned. Literary reading is no longer on the decline! According to the study “Reading on the Rise” published by the National Endowment for the Arts in January 2009, literary reading has increased for the first time in approximately 25 years! That's right - people of all ages and in all demographic groups are reading more books. Even 18 to 24 year olds, the population who had previously experienced the largest drop in reading for pleasure, are now reporting an increase in the number of books they read. That's exciting news! Now, if you're like me, you're probably wondering why? What happened in the past few years to cause this? In the executive summary to the “Reading on the Rise” report, former chairman of the NEA Dan Gioia hypothesized that the change is due to community based reading initiatives such as The Big Read and the actions of parents, teachers, civic leaders and, yes, librarians. He rightly argues that we all got fired up about the decline in literary reading and took action with programs designed to address the problem. I'd certainly say that's true in our community. Your Northern Kentucky libraries offer many programs designed to encourage reading. In fact, one of our favorite literary programs starts

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again this September: Northern Kentucky One Book One Community. Your local Boone, Campbell, Grant, and Kenton County Public Libraries have joined forces again to offer the third annual Northern Kentucky One Book One Community program. Designed to build community through people reading and talking about the same book, this great literary program offers book discussions, related arts and humanities programs to supplement your understanding of the book, and culminates in November with meet the author events. The selection this year is “The Jazz Bird” by Craig Holden, a compelling fictionalized account of the 1920's murder trial of famous local bootlegger George Remus. At your Kenton County Public Libraries, the series kicksoff with a Roaring Twenties Jazz Concert on Saturday September 12 at 2 p.m. at your Erlanger Branch Library and continues with interesting programs on bootlegging, prohibition, jazz, flappers, the Roaring Twenties, etc. For more information, please visit www.nkyonebook.org or contact your library. I hope you'll join us in promoting literary reading and literacy by checking out a copy of “The Jazz Bird” and attending some programs. With your participation, we can continue to show that in our community and especially around the busiest library in Kentucky, the Erlanger Branch Library, literary reading is popular and really may be on the rise. Venus Moose is the Adult Programming Librarian, Erlanger Branch Library

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Children at risk for swine flu If there’s one thing that school children are good at, it’s spreading germs. They rub their eyes and noses. They stick things in their mouths. They cough or sneeze on a pencil and then hand it to their classmate to borrow. So it’s not a surprise that the new swine flu virus (H1N1) is able to spread in schools. On top of that, the virus appears to be affecting young people more, with the largest number of cases being reported in people age 5 to 24 years old – schoolchildren. With schools back in session in Northern Kentucky, the Health Department is working with local educators to provide information about the swine flu. We hope to educate students, parents and school staff on how to prevent the flu – both swine and seasonal – this fall. Children should learn about hand hygiene, a fancy term for keeping your hands clean. It’s important to scrub hands vigorously for 20 seconds with soap and warm water. Use a disposable paper towel to turn off the faucet and then another towel to dry your hands. School staff should make an extra effort to clean the school facilities. Disinfecting door knobs, desks and other common surfaces can help stop the spread of the flu virus.

The most important thing, however, is for children who are ill to be kept away from others. School must enforce their illness policies. Steven When a student Katkowsky, who is already M.D. at school shows signs of fever or Community other infection, Recorder he or she should guest be separated columnist i m m e d i a t e l y from other students and sent home as soon as possible. One reaction to cases of swine flu in a school is to shut the entire school down, which happened in many areas when the swine flu emerged last spring. This is a decision that must be weighed carefully, balancing the public health concerns about disease transmission with the disruption that a school closure can cause. For example, parents who work would have to find alternate forms of child care if a school is closed. Child care centers would not be an option, as the reason for closing schools is to separate children – not displace the schoolaged children and put them in a child care center instead. Kentucky law states that the

The virus appears to be affecting young people more, with the largest number of cases being reported in people age 5 to 24 years old – schoolchildren. decision to close a school is up to the superintendent. The Health Department will provide health advice to school officials on the specifics of each situation, but the decision will be theirs. Parents also play an important role. They should make plans for child care at home for a minimum of five school days if their child gets sick or their school is dismissed. Parents can also monitor their children for signs and symptoms of flu, and have supplies on hand to care for ill children. If members of the family are eligible for the swine flu vaccine and it is available, parents can make the effort to get their children vaccinated. Seasonal flu vaccination is also important. The swine flu is unfortunately here to stay. But, we have knowledge and tools to outsmart this flu virus. Let’s combine the efforts of parents, educators and public health to protect our school children this fall. Steven R. Katkowsky, M.D., is district director of health for the Northern Kentucky Health Department.

Coal essential to economic growth Here in Northern Kentucky, we don’t spend much time thinking about coal – but we should constantly be thankful for the role it plays in our economy. I have learned about the coal industry from Jack Wells and Steve Weber, who own the Emerald International Coal Co., headquartered right here in Florence. I met Jack and Steve at Shakey’s Pub & Grub and had several good conversations about their industry over a “cold one.” While the bulk of the coal industry is concentrated in the eastern and western regions of our commonwealth, Emerald Coal is just one of the many coal-related businesses located in Northern Kentucky and the Bluegrass. In fact, Emerald is the largest shipper of coal down the Mississippi River! Even if you don’t work in the energy sector, though, coal plays a tremendous role in our everyday lives. More than 90 percent of all the electricity in Kentucky is produced through coal, giving us some of the cheapest rates in the nation. In fact, our home energy bills are about half that of people living in New York and New England. Affordable energy is great for consumers, but it also creates jobs. Power costs are one of the biggest expenses for businesses small and large. When a manu-

facturer decides where to locate their new facility, you better believe energy bills rank right up there with an educated workforce and low State Sen. taxes. Consider John that industrial Schickel energy in Kentucky is 16 perCommunity cent cheaper Recorder than in Indiana, guest and 31 percent columnist cheaper than in Ohio, and you’ll see why Northern Kentucky’s economy has continued to grow. And coal has had a major influence in that growth. Last month, along with my colleagues on the Natural Resources and Environment Committee, I had a chance to visit two mining facilities in Western Kentucky. Coaltek, one of those businesses, is involved in clean coal technology as well as coal-to-gas and coal-to-liquid processes. With the research they are doing, we’re discovering new ways to harness our state’s natural resources. Just as coal has led to cheaper electric rates, we may be able to reduce the costs of gasoline for your car, gas to heat your home, even make existing coal-fired

plants more energy-efficient – all while becoming better stewards of our natural environment and making the United States more energy independent. Our visit to Coaltek really showed us some great ideas for the future of the energy economy, not just in the Kentucky but across the nation. At a time when many jobs are being shipped overseas, we have the ability to develop jobs that would be based here at home without the threat of being outsourced. There’s an incredible future in clean coal technology, coal-to-liquid, coal-to-gas, and carbon sequestration, but only if we encourage that research and development. Instead of federal legislation focused on taxing these natural resource-based energy sources, Congress should follow Kentucky’s lead and push newer ways to process coal in order to keep energy affordable and economic development sustainable. As a nation, the U.S. gets nearly half its energy from coal. We’d be foolish not to invest in its future. Sen. John Schickel, R-Union, represents the 11th Senate District which includes Boone and Gallatin Counties and part of Kenton County. He welcomes your concerns or comments toll-free at 800-372-7181.

CHATROOM Last week’s question

Do you think allowing casino gambling would hurt charitable events and fundraisers such as Monte Carlo nights and church festivals? “I’m not a gambler and am definitely not in favor of casinos in our area, but I really don’t believe, even if they are approved, that casinos will have an impact on small venues that include gambling. I suspect that

people believe in and support their local charities and will continue in that effort. There is a personal camaraderie and community spirit that these events provide over and above the gambling component. L.D. “I don’t think casino gambling will hurt church festivals and charitable events, as these are limited events and draw their own

patrons who are loyal to the organization or cause, but I do think casino gambling will do widespread and serious harm to our society. Casino gambling does not benignly create wealth or profit; it takes money from those who are often least able to afford it. Gambling addiction is real, and on the rise – a problem that brings untold misery to families affected by it. I am firmly opposed to casinos and slot machines at racetracks and other venues.”

J.B. “The casinos in Indiana are 20-30 minutes away from the Cincinnati area. They are not affecting local charitable events and fundraisers here or there. “Those casinos bring in large tax revenues to Indiana and their local communities. Ohio could be reaping those same tax revenues and helping itself out of the tax shortfall it currently has. “The guess here is Cincinnati

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Owner Bob Ryan is celebrating his 30th year in business at Ryan Muffler Center in Florence.

Muffler shop celebrates 30 years See something bouncing under your car or hear a funny noise? A local muffler expert has a tip for you. “Get it checked out right away. You might save money by doing that.” Bob Ryan is celebrating his 30th year as owner of Ryan Muffler Center, 19 Banklick St. in Florence. The business started in 1979 in Park Hills then moved to Florence in 1980. Ryan built the current location – featuring 8,000 square feet and seven service bays – in 1985. “I’m fortunate to have two sons working with me, Kevin and Matt,” Ryan said. “I’m very fortunate to have long-term employees.

Greg Neeley has been with me 25 years. The shop is staying busy these days. “There’s still a lot of older cars on the road that need fixing. We’re seeing that,” Ryan said. “We’re a little bit different from most shops in that we do our own pipe bending,” he said. Their customized service appeals to customers trying to get more performance out of a car. Pointing to the service bays, Ryan spotted a Porsche on one, a Subaru on the other. That kind of range and customized service keeps customers coming back. “We enjoy the contact with our customers. We have a lot of long-term customers.”

THINGS TO DO Create your own comic

Become a comic book hero during Comics2Games weekly class, “How to Create Comics,” this Sunday, Sept. 6 from 1 to 3 p.m. The class will teach you the basics of comic book design including script, layout, character creation, penciling and more. Comics2Games is located off U.S. 42 in Florence. For more information, call 647-7568.

Rubber Duck Regatta

Buy a rubber duck and have it join over 85,000 rubber duckies in a race to benefit the Freestore Foodbank during the 15th annual Rubber Duck Regatta in Newport Sunday, Sept. 6. Ducks can be purchased for $5 each or “buy 5 and get

1 free” for $25. The winning duck holder will receive 2010 Honda Insight Hybrid. The race begins when the ducks are dropped from the Purple People Bridge into the Ohio River. From there, the ducks swim a quarter mile along the Serpentine Wall. For more information, visit www.rubberduckregatta.org or call 513-929-3825.

Dirty Rotten musical

The Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center in Covington presents its musical, “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels,” which is based off the 1988 film starring Steve Martin and Michael Caine. The musical will run through Sept. 20. For more information, call 957-1940.

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Ryan Henry practices in the studio in the basement of his Independence home. Henry’s CD was released on Aug. 23.

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Letting his voice be heard

Local musician expresses faith with new CD By Jason Brubaker jbrubaker@nky.com

Even when Ryan Henry heads off to work in the morning, he’s never far from home. That’s because Henry, 32, spends most of his time working at the studio in his Independence basement, where he recently finished recording his second CD, entitled “The Beautiful Brokenness”. Involved in music since he began singing in an a cappella group in high school, the Northern Kentucky native can’t get enough of music, whether its writing and recording songs in his basement, giving voice and guitar lessons to residents, or leading worship at Watermark Community Church. “I’ve always loved music,” he said, comfortably relaxing in front of a keyboard in his basement. “I started singing in high school, then just started to pick up the guitar and it’s really grown from there into my passion.” Henry, who has a music degree from Northern Kentucky University and is going back to receive a teaching degree, draws most of his inspiration from his faith, with the songs on his recently-released CD centering around themes like overcoming adversity and forgiveness.

The Beautiful Brokenness

For more information about Ryan Henry’s CD, or to purchase it, visit www.ryanhenrymusic.com. For more information about Eclectic Arts Studio, visit www.eclecticartsstudios.com.

“It really is a great way for me to express my faith and express my emotions,” he said. “I’ve found that it really helps me to understand my faith a lot better, and that’s been a really fulfilling part of doing this.” Henry said putting the CD together took about nine months, although he actually wrote some parts of the songs three or even four years ago. “I always knew at some point I wanted to put all of it on a CD - I just didn’t know when I would be able to,” he said. “But even though the whole process was hard at times, it was really a great feeling when it was finally done and ready to share.” In between studio time and relaxing with his wife and two kids, 6-year old Elijah and 4-year old Lily, Henry also leads worship at Watermark,

which meets at Dixie Heights High School every Sunday morning. Henry recently performed at a brief concert during a special church-hosted visit of author William Paul Young, and says he thoroughly enjoys serving the church through his music each week. “He is phenomenally talented,” said Rick Bogard, a fellow member of Watermark and friend of Henry’s. “We always enjoy having him perform, and he is just a special person.” Henry isn’t content just sharing his talent through shows however. He recently started giving voice and guitar lessons out of his studio, which he calls Eclectic Arts Studio, reflecting the variety of work he does in there. “I give lessons and do video editing and recording - just a lot of different art forms related to music,” he explained. “So I just thought that was the perfect name for it.” Even as he attends school to become a teacher, he said he’s still committed to making music, looking to Christian artists like Derek Webb and Andrew Peterson, as well as rock sensation U2, for inspiration. “The depth of their lyrics and their great melodies- that’s what really moves me,” he said. “That’s what music is all about, and that’s really why I love it.”

Local woman’s jewelry designs for everyone By Regan Coomer rcoomer@nky.com

Melissa Jennings has been making jewelry for moms since 2006. The former teacher and mom started making mother’s bracelets and necklaces as a hobby, but when the jewelry started piling up she decided to create her own business. Enter MJennings Designs LLC. “I’ve always loved jewelry and for me it’s become an avenue of expression,” she said. Jennings launched her Web site, mjenningsdesigns.com, to offer sterling silver, 14K golf-filled, Swarovski Crystal and semi-precious gemstone jewelry personalized with children’s names and birthstones. Jennings’ business has also expanded to create custom jewelry of any kind for any one as well as special event jewelry for weddings, christenings, confirmations and more. “Almost everywhere I go someone

stops me and asks me where I got my necklace, before I started my business it was kind of awkward, but now I just say ‘Here’s my card. I sell it.’” Jennings said. Jennings not only sells bracelets, necklaces and earrings, but also rosaries, keychains, wine charms, bookmarks and more. Besides making her own creations, another big part of MJennings Designs is repairing or updating jewelry. Jennings re-strands broken jewelry and can add and match more strands to mother’s jewelry if another child is born or a strand is lost. “The repair business is not something I planned, but I really enjoy doing it,” she said. Every piece of jewelry Jennings designs is tailor-made for the customer. “I design to meet their style,” she said. “I can design for people who are very traditional and for people who are edgy. I custom design each piece to match them and their needs.”

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Independence resident Melissa Jennings is the owner of the online jewelry store MJennings Designs. Jennings specializes in custom jewelry made especially for each and every customer. To get a look at Jennings’ jewelry, visit mjenningsdesigns.com. For more information on MJennings Designs, visit her Web site or check out a class by Jennings at the Durr branch of the Kenton County Public Library. Jennings’ next class is scheduled for Sept. 17.

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ART CENTERS & ART MUSEUMS

First Friday Gallery Hop, 6 p.m.-4 a.m. Artisans Enterprise Center, 25 W. Seventh St. Begins at Artisans Enterprise Center. Follow map to see all things artistic on southern side of Ohio River. Free. Presented by City of Covington. Through Dec. 4. 292-2322; www.covingtonarts.org. Covington.

ART EXHIBITS

Harlan Hubbard: the Complexity of Simplicity, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Works by Kentucky artist, author, eco-pioneer and riverman Harlan Hubbard. Continues through Sept. 20. $7, $6 seniors, $4 children. Through Sept. 20. 491-4003; www.bcmuseum.org. Covington.

COMMUNITY DANCE

Boomers Dance Club, 8 p.m. Shimmers, 1939 Dixie Highway, Dance music of 70s90s. Ages 30 and up. $12, $10 members. Presented by Boomers’ Dance Club. 2910227. Fort Wright.

FARMERS MARKET

Boone County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Boone County Farmers Market, Ky. 18 and Camp Ernst Road, From apples to zucchini, and everything in between. With perennial plants, there are annuals and hanging baskets for all occasions. Presented by Boone County Cooperative Extension Service. 586-6101. Burlington. Kinman Farms, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Kinman Farms, 4175 Burlington Pike, Fresh produce, baked goods, pumpkins, flowers, and more. 6892682. Boone County.

FOOD & DRINK

Fish Fry, 4:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Knights of Columbus #3908, Father Bealer Council, 605 Lytle Ave. Includes fish, shrimp, chicken, hamburgers, hot dogs and sides. Drinks available. Carry-out available. Benefits charities of Knights of Columbus #3908. $1.25-$7. Presented by Knights of Columbus #3908, Fr. Bealer Council. 342-6643. Elsmere.

ON STAGE - DANCE

Oscar Mandagaran and Georgina Vargas Tango Concert, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Step-N-Out Studio, 721 Madison Road, Broadway dancers. Social dancing between shows. Bring your own wine. Cash buffet. $20. Registration required. 513-252-6647. Covington.

ON STAGE - THEATER

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, 7:30 p.m. Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center, 1028 Scott Blvd. Musical comedy based on 1988 film. $25, $20 members, $18 students. Through Sept. 20. 957-1940. Covington.

RECREATION

American Contract Bridge League Bridge Tournament, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Elsmere Senior Center, 179 Dell St. $4. Presented by Northern Kentucky Bridge Club. 689-5743; www.nkybridge.com. Elsmere. Meet Your Match: Singles Trivia, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, For Boone County singles. Ages 18 and up. Free. Registration required, available online. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Burlington. S A T U R D A Y, S E P T . 5

ART EXHIBITS

Harlan Hubbard: the Complexity of Simplicity, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Behringer-Crawford Museum, $7, $6 seniors, $4 children. 4914003; www.bcmuseum.org. Covington.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Kentucky Kuzzins, 8 p.m. Promenade Palace, 3630 Decoursey Pike, Mainstream level Western-style square dance club for experienced dancers. $5. 513-929-2427. Covington.

EDUCATION

Tommy Emmanuel Guitar Clinic, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Willis Music Store Performance Hall, 7567 Mall Road, Tommy Emmanuel conducts instructional guitar clinic for players of any level. $80. Registration required, available online. 513-484-0157; www.gcparts.org. Florence.

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MUSIC - BIG BAND

What is Hip?, 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Devou Park, 1344 Audubon Road, Kentucky Symphony Orchestra Boogie Band plays nostalgic music from 1970s horn bands Tower of Power, Chicago and more. Free, donations accepted. Presented by Kentucky Symphony Orchestra. 431-6216; www.kyso.org. Covington.

ON STAGE - THEATER

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, 7:30 p.m. Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center, $25, $20 members, $18 students. 957-1940. Covington.

TOURS

Gangsters, Gamblers and Girls: Newport Historical Walking Tour, 11 a.m. Newport Syndicate, 18 E. Fifth St. Meet at Newport Syndicate. Visit sites where Newport gained its reputation as America’s first Sin City. Tour lasts 90 minutes. $15. Reservations recommended. 888-269-9439; www.newportgangsters.com. Newport. S U N D A Y, S E P T . 6

FESTIVALS

St. Cecilia Labor Day Weekend Festival, 6 p.m.-midnight Music by Little River Band from Australia, 9 p.m. free. St. Cecilia Church - Independence, 363-4311. Independence.

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LITERARY - LIBRARIES

Turfway Turns 50: Photographs and Memorabilia, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Recall Turfway’s first 50 years through exhibits. Also on exhibit at Behringer-Crawford Museum through Oct. 31. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 342-2665. Burlington.

MUSEUMS

Turfway Turns 50: Photographs and Memorabilia, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Recall Turfway’s first 50 years through exhibits. Also on exhibit at Boone County Main Library through Sept. 25. Free with admission: $7, $6 ages 60 and up, $4 ages 3-17, free members. 491-4003; www.bcmuseum.org. Covington.

MUSIC - ACOUSTIC

Melissa Hays, 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Mahogany’s Coffee House and Bar, 3715 Winston Ave. 261-1029. Latonia.

MUSIC - CLASSIC ROCK

Metrio, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Chez Nora, 530 Main St. Featuring Mickey Foellger, Eddie Wilbers and Tom Kohlhepp. 491-8027. Covington.

MUSIC - JAZZ

New Sleepcat Band, 7:30 p.m. Dee Felice Cafe, 529 Main St. 261-2365. Covington.

Northern Kentucky Regional Farmer’s Market, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. MainStrasse Village, Main Street, Promenade. Mushrooms, onions, apples, baked goods, pumpkins, cut flowers and more. Presented by Northern Kentucky Regional Farmer’s Market. 2922163. Covington. Simon Kenton High School Farmer’s Market, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Independence Courthouse, 5272 Madison Pike, Includes local vendors’ produce and products and organic produce grown by Simon Kenton’s Future Farmers of America. 803-9483. Independence.

FESTIVALS

St. Cecilia Labor Day Weekend Festival, 6 p.m.-midnight Music by Eight Days a Week, 8:30 p.m. The Brandon Garnett Memorial Fireworks Show, 10 p.m. St. Cecilia Church Independence, 5313 Madison Pike, Food, rides, music and raffle. Presented by St. Cecilia Church-Independence. Through Sept. 7. 363-4311. Independence. Old Timer’s Day Festival, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Music by Gunpowder Creek, Lagniappe, Keshvar Project, The Side Cars, The Star Devils, The Swells and others. Rabbit Hash General Store, 10021 Lower River Road, Old fashioned games, food booths, local artists and entertainment. 586-7744. Rabbit Hash.

HISTORIC SITES

Dinsmore Homestead, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Dinsmore Homestead, 5656 Burlington Pike, 1842 farmhouse and furnishings of the Dinsmore family. Tours begin on the hour; the last tour begins at 4 p.m. Includes gift shop. $5, $3 ages 60 and up, $2 ages 717, members and ages 6 and under free. 586-6117; www.dinsmorefarm.org. Burlington.

HOLIDAY - LABOR DAY

Labor Day Extravaganza, 9 p.m. Southgate House, 24 E. Third St. Whole House. With Rev. Peyton’s Big Damn Band. Ages 18 and up. $15, $10 advance. Presented by Stop AIDS. 859-431-2201. Newport. Bethany House Fireworks Party, 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Fireworks display 9:05 p.m. Metropolitan Club, 50 E. RiverCenter Blvd. Open bar, hors d’oeuvres, euchre tournament, Monte Carlo games and auction. Reception stations 6:30 p.m. Dessert and coffee stations 8:30 p.m. Program 9:35 p.m. Reservations required. 513-921-1131, ext. 105; www.bethanyhouseservices.org. Covington. Aubrey Rose WEBN Fireworks Spectacular, 4 p.m.-10 p.m. BB Riverboats Newport Landing, 101 Riverboat Row, Belle of Cincinnati. Private party room. Includes hors d’oeuvres, dinner, dessert, beer, wine and fireworks viewing. WEBN broadcasts from this location. Boat doesn’t leave dockside. Benefits Aubrey Rose Foundation. $175. Reservations required, available online. Presented by Aubrey Rose Hollenkamp Children’s Trust Foundation. 513-265-5801; www.aubreyrose.org/fireworksdinner.htm. Newport. Labor Day Fireworks Party, 6 p.m.-midnight, Riverview 360, 175 Fifth St. Includes WEBN fireworks, one hour open bar, hors d’oeuvres, raw bar, salad and stationed buffet. Cash bar available following dinner with entertainment. $250 per couple, includes tax and gratuity. Reservations required. 859-491-5300. Covington.

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There are many activities on the Kentucky side of the river this Labor Day weekend, including Riverfest from noon to 10 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6, at Festival Park Newport, Riverboat Row. It is a family-friendly celebration with food, music and entertainment. Call 912-2509. That night, view the WEBN fireworks. They begin at 9:05 p.m. For more information, visit www.webn.com. Dinner and Labor Day Fireworks Viewing Cruise, 6 p.m. Queen City Riverboats Cruises, 303 Dodd Drive, Board at Queen City Landing beginning 5:30 p.m. Menu on web site. Cash bar. Returns to Queen City Landing after fireworks. $99.99. Reservations required. 859-292-8687; www.queencityriverboats.com. Dayton, Ky. Labor Day Fireworks Viewing and Party, 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Devou Park, 1344 Audubon Road, Drees Pavilion. Includes transportation with shuttles from and back to your vehicle, food, beer, wine, soft drinks, cornhole, music, children’s activities and silent auction. Benefits Behringer-Crawford Museum. $95, $25 children under age 12; additional packages prices available. Registration required. Presented by Behringer-Crawford Museum. 859-491-4003; www.bcmuseum.org. Covington. Labor Day Fireworks Viewing Cruise, 6 p.m. Queen City Riverboats Cruises, 303 Dodd Drive, Board at Queen City Landing beginning 5:30 p.m. Cash bar. Hamburgers and hot dogs available. Returns to Queen City Landing after fireworks. $59.99. Reservations required. 859-292-8687; www.queencityriverboats.com. Dayton, Ky.

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COMMUNITY DANCE

Line Dancing, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Lookout Heights Civic Club, 1661 Park Road, Holly and Bernie Ruschman, instructors. Beginners welcome. $6, $3 for first-timers. Presented by H & B Dance Co. 727-0904. Fort Wright.

MUSIC - JAZZ

Fat Tuesday, 7 p.m. Dee Felice Cafe, 529 Main St. Royal Palm Orchestra with Bill Gemmer, director. 261-2365. Covington.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Rubber Duck Regatta, 3 p.m. Purple People Bridge, Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati and Third Street, Newport, As many as 100,000 ducks race along Serpentine Wall for prizes. Benefits FreestoreFoodbank. $100 for 24; $50 for 12; $25 for 6; $5 per duck. Advance purchase required. Presented by FreestoreFoodbank. 513-929-3825; www.rubberduckregatta.org. Newport. Works for Kids Fundraiser, 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Newport Aquarium, Newport on the Levee, Includes access to aquarium, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, gourmet buffet, music, silent auction and viewing of fireworks. Benefits Children Inc. $100. Reservations required. Presented by Children Inc. Through Sept. 6. 859-392-2846; www.childreninc.org/worksforkids.html. Newport. M O N D A Y, S E P T . 7

FARMERS MARKET

Boone County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Boone County Farmers Market, 5866101. Burlington. Kinman Farms, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Kinman Farms, 689-2682. Boone County.

FESTIVALS

St. Cecilia Labor Day Weekend Festival, 1 p.m.-9 p.m. Free Kona Ice and Mister Softee Ice Cream, 1-2 p.m. Independence Idol karaoke, 2 p.m. Music by The Van-Dells, 7 p.m. Grand prize drawing for 1962 Corvett or $50,000, 9 p.m. St. Cecilia Church - Independence, 363-4311. Independence.

ON STAGE - THEATER

Running Word Wednesday, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Bean Haus, 640 Main St. Share writing or monologue, or listen to readings by others. Free. Through Dec. 30. 431-2326. Covington. T H U R S D A Y, S E P T . 1 0

COMMUNITY DANCE

Swing Dancing, 8 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Step-NOut Studio, 721 Madison Road, Music by DJ. Free beginner lesson before open dancing. All ages. $5. Presented by CincySwing.Com Ltd. 513-290-9022. Covington.

DANCE CLASSES

RECREATION

Texas Hold’em Tournaments, 9 p.m. Molly Malone’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 112 E. Fourth St. Players gather in tables of eight for the five-card game. Prizes from local beer and liquor distributors available for winners. Winner of final game receives $500. Ages 21 and up. 491-6659. Covington. W E D N E S D A Y, S E P T . 9

ART EXHIBITS

Harlan Hubbard: the Complexity of Simplicity, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Behringer-Crawford Museum, $7, $6 seniors, $4 children. 4914003; www.bcmuseum.org. Covington.

BARS/CLUBS

Pub Quiz, 9 p.m. Molly Malone’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 112 E. Fourth St. Final with a grand prize of $500. Ages 21 and up. 4916659. Covington.

Beginner Lindy Hop Series, 8 p.m.-9 p.m. Step-N-Out Studio, 721 Madison Road, Learn basic steps to classic swing dance and other moves to get started. Stay after class for open dancing. $40 four-class session; $12 one night. 513-290-9022; www.swingallery.com. Covington.

FARMERS MARKET

Dixie Farmers Market, 2:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Erlanger Baptist Church, 116 Commonwealth Ave. Fresh produce, fruits, baked goods and flowers. 727-2525. Erlanger.

HEALTH / WELLNESS

Smoking Cessation Options Seminar, 6 p.m.-7 p.m. Women’s Wellness Heart Center, 210 Thomas More Parkway, How to quit smoking by exploring options available to help make transition. Free. Reservations required. 301-6333. Crestview Hills.

SHOPPING

Bitter Bridesmaid Bash, 6 p.m.-10 p.m. The Bridal Studio, 610 Main St. Registration 6-7 p.m. Pub crawl and prizes. Benefits Kenzie’s Closet. $10, free with dress donation. Registration required.Covington.

ON STAGE - COMEDY

In Haus Comedy Night, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Bean Haus, 640 Main St. Local comedians perform. Free. Through Dec. 21. 432-2326; www.beanhaus.com. Covington.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Adoption Support Group, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Cornerstone Church of God, 3413 Hillcrest Drive, Assisting families with adopted children find support to help them parent better and avoid disruptions. Free. 3807325. Erlanger. T U E S D A Y, S E P T . 8

ART EXHIBITS

PROVIDED

“Dinosaurs Unearthed,” the third most-attended exhibit at The Cincinnati Museum Center, comes to an end on Monday, Sept. 7. It is the first exhibit in the world to feature a set of full-size, feather-covered dinosaur models. Recent discoveries suggest some dinosaurs may have been covered in feathers for camouflage. Tickets are $15, adult; $10, child. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Visit www.cincymuseum.org or call 513-287-7000.

Harlan Hubbard: the Complexity of Simplicity, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Behringer-Crawford Museum, $7, $6 seniors, $4 children. 4914003; www.bcmuseum.org. Covington.

BARS/CLUBS

Irish Session, 8 p.m.-10 p.m. Molly Malone’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 112 E. Fourth St. Irish ballets by Roger. Discounted Irish drafts and Crais. 491-6659. Covington.

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Elaine Youngs, pictured, is one athlete scheduled to compete at the AVP Crocs Tournament of Champions at the Lindner Family Tennis Center, Friday, Sept. 4, through Sunday, Sept. 6. Tickets are $5-$90. Visit www.avp.com.

Life

September 3, 2009

Community Recorder

How do we deal with the unfairness of life? Sooner or later we know that life is not fair. It never was. It never will be. Though that fact infuriates us at times, we are powerless to change it. Rather, it presents us with the challenge of what to do with such a life or with the cynical attitude it often engenders. Even though we may be religious-minded people, God does not step in to make our lives fair. Earth is not heaven. Earth is not where all unfairness is righted. As analyst Robert A. Johnson puts it, “The world is not supposed to work. All it does effectively is produce consciousness.” It is to wake us up before we die. It is to create situations that can potentially form us by how we choose and how our egos deal with the inequities that surround us.

Spiritually we are called upon to discover that life is a mystery and a paradox. We’re forged by it, formed by it, made whole by it. Unfairness is such a part of the fabric of life that the most noble spiritual leaders who have lived among us have all been treated unfairly. In fact, it contributed to their nobility. Are we to expect to be treated better than they? Do they not try to teach us how to transcend unfairness? One of the important questions we must ask ourselves at times – and which serves as an indicator of whether we’re becoming cynical through our experience of unfairness, or more whole – is, “How do I behave in the face of things I cannot change? In the face of things that are obviously unfair?”

One of the best real-life examples in someone else’s life was the example George Will wrote of years ago in Newsweek. It was about his son Jon, the oldest of four children. Jon had just turned 21 years old and his father characterized him as a happy and active young man. Yet a crucial fact was that Jon has Down syndrome. George wrote, “… this is a chromosomal defect involving degrees of mental retardation and physical abnormalities.” Then we wrote of his son’s condition words we might all remember, “Jon lost, at the instant he was conceived, one of life’s lotteries, but he was also lucky. “His physical abnormalities do not impede his vitality and his retardation is not so severe that it inter-

feres with life’s essential joys – receiving love, returning it, and reading baseball box scores. Jon has seen a brother two years younger surpass him in size, get a driver’s license, and leave for college, and although Jon would be forgiven for shaking his fist at the universe, he has been equable. I believe his serenity is grounded in his sense that he is a complete Jon and that is that.” George Will and his family evidently love son Jon very much. He approaches head-on the unfairness of life wrought in their own family, and for Jon, accepting the fact that, through no fault of his own, “Jon lost one of life’s lotteries.” It’s most probable that you and I have already lost some of life’s various lotteries, and may lose some more. Does that need to be

an utter catastrophe? In fact, it is not winning all Father Lou the lotteries that Guntzelman most tests our mettle. Perspectives There’s a short prayer we might offer for ourselves when life’s unfairness gets in our face: “God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.” Father Lou Guntzelman is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Reach him at columns@community press.com or contact him directly at P.O. Box 428541, Cincinnati, OH 45242. Please include a mailing address or fax number if you wish for him to respond.

Be on the lookout for moisture conditions in your house the time of that last treatment the Harprings had bought inspection and damage repair plans, so they called the termite treatment company. “The inspector came out and informed us right away it was not their problem, it was our problem because there’s too much moisture,” Debbie said. The moisture is in the crawlspace underneath their house and it’s that moisture that attracts termites. Yet, the contract with the treatment company specifically excludes coverage if there’s moisture. “I didn’t know if we had moisture before or after. I had no idea because nobody ever said anything to us about moisture being in the crawlspace,” Debbie said. The termite treatment company had conducted

When you own a home, it’s always a good idea to get regular termite inspections to prevent possible infestation. But a Tristate couple who got termite treatment 10 years ago, and regular inspections since then, says they were shocked to find termites had returned with a vengeance. Debbie Harpring and her husband, Todd, had bought a termite inspection and protection plan and recently started remodeling their bedroom. “The contractor said, ‘What is that dip in your floor?’ We had to take everything out of the room. Todd said, ‘I don’t know, never noticed it – that’s where the bed has always been.’ They said well, we’ve got termites,” Debbie said. The termites were in the same spot back in 1999. At

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Community Recorder

September 3, 2009

Life

Reader spills the beans with Napa recipe

I was in a meeting the other day when a colleague told me how nice I looked in my magenta and black suit and trendy peep-toe heels. I had to laugh because had he seen me a few hours earlier in tank top and shorts digging potatoes he might Rita have had Heikenfeld a different opinion. Rita’s kitchen But I think I’m a lot like most of you: one look for the professional side and one for the personal side. It’s the personal side that helps keep me balanced in my high-tech world. I guess that’s why today was a perfect day: up early, feed the chickens, pull weeds from the garden, hang clothes on the line with enough time left to can peaches and make wild elderberry and rose petal jellies.

Labor Day’s almost here and I’ve got some good recipes for your celebration.

Napa Valley baked beans

Indian Hill reader Clare Ackerman shared this recipe recently. “Always a hit,” she said. Stir together: 1 can each: kidney, pinto, baked beans, French cut green string beans (drained) 1 jar chili sauce 1 ⁄2 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon or so Worcestershire sauce Bake at 325 degrees for about two hours or so, uncovered. Cover when beans start to thicken, stir occasionally.

My attempt at Uno’s salad dressing

Clermont County reader Monica Friedl loves the blueberry pomegranate vinaigrette dressing from

Uno’s in Anderson Township. Rick Arbic, kitchen manager/chef told me the salad is an iceberg and romaine mix and they add cucumber, tomato and onion, a couple ounces of Gorgonzola and some candied walnuts which they purchase from a vendor. Uno’s dressing is from its food service. Rick told me it has blueberry purée, vinegar, sugar, oil, etc. It’s hard to re-create restaurant dishes – that’s why I always tell you to enjoy them there.

1 cup pomegranate blueberry juice (Kroger has it) 1 tablespoon red onion or more to taste White wine or rice vinegar – start with a tablespoon 1 ⁄2 teaspoon garlic minced Salt and pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil or soybean oil (Uno’s contains soybean) or more to taste Reduce juice to 1⁄4 cup. Let cool. Whisk in rest of ingredients.

My candied nuts

Any nut works here. Uno’s uses walnuts 1 egg white from large egg 1 tablespoon water 1 bag nuts (anywhere from 10-16 ounces) 1 cup sugar 1 ⁄2 teaspoon salt Cinnamon if you like – start with a couple good shakes. Preheat oven to 250 degrees and spray cookie sheet. Mix sugar, salt and cinnamon. Set aside. Whisk egg white and water until frothy. Add nuts and coat evenly then toss in sugar mixture until coated. Pour in single layer on sheet and bake 45 minutes to an hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool and store covered at room temperature.

Rita’s roasted garlic quinoa salad dressing

Carol Yeazell of Springfield Township needs a

recipe for the quinoa salad dressing at Whole Foods in Rookwood. Here’s one I use for quinoa and bulgur wheat salad. I’m thinking a squirt of Dijon mustard would be excellent, too.

1 ⁄2 to 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled Lemon juice to taste (start with 2-3 tablespoons) 2-3 tablespoons canola oil 3 ⁄4 to 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 clove garlic, minced (roasted or not) Chopped mint to taste (optional but so good) Salt and pepper to taste

Whisk juice, canola, cumin and garlic together. Taste for seasonings. Cook one cup of quinoa, let it cool and toss with dressing. Stir in mint and feta. Chill.

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Readers sound off

Several Northern Kentucky, east- and west-side readers are sure happy with the chocolate zucchini bread recipe: • “The best zucchini bread ever.” • “More like a dense chocolate cake than bread – son loves it.” • “The best thing that’s happened to zucchini.”

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Jimmy Gherardi’s lemon blueberry pie 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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Community

Community Recorder

September 3, 2009

IN THE SERVICE St. Henry graduate finishes basic

Army Pvt. Anthony R. De Carvalho has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. He is the son of Suzanne Carvalho of Lake Lynn Court, Crescent Springs. De Carvalho is a 2008 graduate of St. Henry District High School, Erlanger.

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More than 600 runners and walkers hit the streets of Northern Kentucky on Saturday, Aug. 22 for a 5K that was good for both their hearts and children in the tri-state. The 13th annual WCPO/Kroger Big K 5K took place began and ended at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center. It drew quite a crowd. A man and woman getting married later in the day ran the race with the wedding party, Mother of Mercy High School's volleyball team ran together, Cincinnati Bell, Ashland, Kroger, MSA, X-TEK, Total Quality Logistics, Dinsmore & Shohl, Katz Teller Brant & Hild, and Daymon all had teams on the course. Money raised through the event supports the agency's ongoing mission to match at-risk kids in the community with positive adult role models who serve as Big Brothers and Big Sisters. Kathy List, president and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati, says, “This was the most successful event in the thirteen-year history of the 5K : a great event for the entire community - families, businesses, schools - all coming together to spend a Saturday morning supporting kids in our community.” For some children, mentoring takes place at school; others are in the community-based program which gives them the opportunity to spend time with their “Big” outside of school. Statistics show that young people in the program at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati stay in school and out of trouble. Ninety-nine percent of them are in school and not involved in the juvenile justice system. The 5K saw Bigs and their Littles on the course, as well as hundreds of people simply out for a run to raise money and awareness for Big Brothers Big Sisters. For information about how

ation Warrior Forge," at Fort Lewis, Tacoma, Wash. The 32 days of training provide the best possible professional training and evaluation for all cadets in the aspects of military life, administration and logistical support. Although continued military training and leadership development is included in the curriculum, the primary focus of the course is to develop and evaluate each cadet's officer potential as a leader by exercising the cadet's intelligence, common sense, ingenuity and physical stamina. The cadet command assesses each cadet's performance and progress in officer traits, qualities and professionalism while attending the course. Cadets in their junior and senior year of college must complete the leadership development course. Upon successful completion of the course, the ROTC program, and graduation from college, cadets are commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army, National Guard, or Reserve. Webb is the son of Jeffery B. and Valerie L. Webb of Catalpa St., Covington.

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Community

September 3, 2009

Nominations wanted for Celebration of Hope and Heroes Nominations are now open for the fourth annual Celebration of Hope and Heroes Luncheon which takes place Monday, Oct. 5, at Receptions East. This event is sponsored by the Partnership for Mental Health, Inc. and has been planned during Mental Illness Awareness Week and National Day Without Stigma. This year’s luncheon theme is “Changing the Conversation About Mental Health” and hosts two professional speakers. Alison K. Malmon is the founder and executive director of Active Minds, Inc., the only national organization dedicated to using the student voice to raise mental health awareness on college campuses. Malmon founded the

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be the Celebration of Hope and Heroes award ceremony. Nominations will be accepted until noon Thursday, Sept. 10, and include a variety of ways to recognize individuals for their efforts to promote a positive mental health culture. Three Hope Awards will be given to individuals in recovery from mental illness – the Hope in Recovery award is for any individual whose determination has helped him or her overcome mental illness and resume a fulfilling life. The Patty Duke Advocacy Award is set aside for individuals or groups who take a stand and speak up to make a difference in the world regarding mental health issues. Making a Difference Peer Support is an award for anyone

organization after her brother, Brian, ended his life while in college and will share her personal story as well as information about her work to prevent this tragedy from happening to other families across the nation. Also scheduled to speak is Dr. Tracey Skale, chief medical officer at Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services. Skale will present information on the status of mental health care in the community. Reservations are now being accepted for the celebration luncheon by calling 9477201. The cost is $25 per ticket/$20 for members of the Partnership for Mental Health. The luncheon and award ceremony are open to the public. The luncheon’s main focus will

who fosters a supportive, caring environment for those suffering from mental illness and serves as a resource for individuals working for recovery. Several Hero Awards will be presented at the luncheon as well, to individuals who serve as role models in the mental health community – people who, through their compassion and commitment, have made a positive impact in the lives of those challenged by mental illness. This includes people currently in recovery, family members, advocates, physicians, healthcare professionals, law enforcement, EMS, the judicial community, employers, landlords, educators and the general public.

Nominations for the Celebration of Hope and Heroes Awards can be downloaded from w w w. p a r t n e r s h i p f o r m e n t a l health.org or by calling 7324921. All nominations must be received by noon Sept. 10 to be considered for this year’s event. The Partnership for Mental Health, Inc. is a growing regional collaborative of agencies, organizations and individuals sharing common goals of increasing awareness and understanding of mental health issues in the Greater Cincinnati region. To learn more, call 732-8558 or visit www.partnershipformentalhealth.org.

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Community Two Northern Kentucky companies were named to the Inc. Magazine list of America’s fastest-growing private companies – the Inc. 5000. TiER1 Performance Solutions, based in Covington, ranked 2,848 and Verst Logistics Group, of Walton, ranked 3,255. The Inc. 5000 list is comprised of the fastest growing private companies in America ranked by percentage of revenue growth from 2005 through 2008. “We congratulate TiER1 Performance Solutions and Verst Group Logistics on their success and inclusion in the Inc. 5000 list,” says Dan Tobergte, President & CEO of Northern Kentucky Tri-County Economic Development Corporation (TriED). “Both companies are led by an energetic and aggressive team of executives. It is exciting to watch them grow and succeed in Northern Kentucky.” TiER1, a leader in developing end-to-end online learning and knowledge management solutions, has been named to the Inc.

5000 list for three years in a row, since the list was founded in 2007. TiER1 has improved its ranking on the list each year moving from 3,351 in 2007 to 3,218 in 2008 and 2,848 in 2009. TiER1 ranked number 33 in the “Education” industry. Verst Group Logistics, the premier provider of warehousing, transportation and logistics services, ranked 3,255 on the Inc. 5000 list and number 82 in “Logistics & Transportation.” The company has been included on the Deloitte Cincinnati USA 100, a list of the region’s largest privately held companies, in 2008 and nine additional years. Earlier this year, TiER1 was named small technology business of the year by ConnectKentucky. In addition, the Kentucky Science and Technology Corporation (KSTC) awarded SBIR-STTR Matching Funds of $99,982 to TiER1 to conduct research for “Accelerated Learning through Serious Game Technology” for the

Department of Defense. TiER1 was founded in the Northern Kentucky ezone, a division of Tri-ED, in 2002. Northern Kentucky businesses can become ezone clients and apply for grants of $30,000 or other funding options ranging from $100,000 to $750,000 toward the commercialization of high-tech/highgrowth companies and ideas. The grants enable individuals or businesses to create and market new products, technologies and processes. The funding received from the Commonwealth can assist or compliment companies whose strategy includes raising capital. The Fall 2009 application period opens September 17, 2009, and closes October 15, 2009. For more information or to begin your application, please contact Keith Schneider at the Northern Kentucky ezone at 859-292-7785 or visit www.nkyezone.org for more information.

Library card offers discounts Looking for ways to save money? Stop by the Boone, Campbell, Grant and Kenton County Library and get your FREE Library card. Then visit any participating business during the month of September for your discount or freebie. September is National Library Card Sign Up Month. In recognition of this special month, over 100 Boone, Campbell, Grant and Kenton County businesses are offering discounts and freebies to anyone who shows their new or existing Library card. Library patrons could receive a discount or a free item at several local restaurants, retail stores, hair salons and other businesses by just showing their Library card from Sept. 130.

People can save money all year long at the public library by borrowing books, movies and music instead of purchasing it. They can also save money by attending programs like storytimes, free concerts, plays, craft programs and much more. A Library card is very easy to get and FREE. All a person needs is a photo ID with their current address. If an ID does not have a current address a person can bring a piece of mail that has been postmarked in the last 30 days. Libraries and businesses partner for this communitywide effort to bring more people into the libraries, to illustrate the importance of having and using a library card, and to reward patrons who are already active within the library communi-

ty. It is also a joint effort among the libraries of Northern Kentucky to make people aware of the dozens of different programs that are offered every month at the library. For a complete list of participating businesses and the discounts offered, pick up a brochure at any participating businesses or participating libraries or visit www.kentonlibrary.org/ima ges/2009/savemoney.pdf. The Kenton County Public Library has three locations: Erlanger Branch, 401 Kenton Lands Road, Erlanger, 859-962-4000; Mary Ann Mongan Library, 502 Scott Boulevard, Covington, 859-962-4071; Durr Branch, 1992 WaltonNicholson Road, Independence, 859-962-4030.

Toastmasters recognize speech contest winners Powell, Brush The Northern Kentucky Toastmasters Club would like to recognize Christy Powell for winning the Humorous Speech Contest, and Trisha Brush for winning the Table Topics Speech Contest. They will go on to compete in the Area-wide Toastmasters Contest being held in early October (date and location TBD). Powell, a resident of Fort Mitchell, has been a member of Northern Kentucky Toastmasters for 10 years. She is a seasoned veteran of Toastmasters Contests, representing both the Northern Kentucky Toastmasters Club and the Pioneer Toastmasters Club at the Area-wide Toastmasters Contest. Trisha Brush, a resident of Pierce Township (Clermont County), has been a member of Northern Kentucky Toastmasters for 5 years. She has also represented Northern Kentucky Toastmasters Club before at the Area-wide Toastmasters Contest. Northern Kentucky Toastmasters typically meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month at the Northern Kentucky Area Planning Com-

mission offices at 2332 Royal Drive in Fort Mitchell. Meetings are held from noon – 1 p.m. The next

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BUSINESS UPDATE Businesses awarded

Despite the tough economy, a number of Northern Kentucky businesses were able to successfully contribute to the economic growth of the Northern Kentucky region through direct engagement in the global economy. General Cable and Hahn Automation, Inc. were awarded with the International Trade Award of Excellence to during the recently NKITA Annual Luncheon. The keynote speakers were T. James Min II, Esq., vice president, Int'l Trade Affairs & Compliance, DHL Express (USA) Inc.; and State Representative Tanya Pullin, District 98, Boyd, Greenup. The two talked about the changing international trade climate and the reopening of the DHL hub center at CVG in front of a sold out crowd of 150 attendees.

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Dolores Beckman

Dolores Jane Hellman Beckman, 85, Covington, died Aug. 24, 2009, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. She was a clerk for Conrail Railroad and member of the National Association of Railway Business Women. Survivors include her daughters, Eloise Ann Decker of Fort Mitchell, Andrea Lee Hardcorn of Perry Park, Dolores Jane Boden of Cincinnati; sons, Albert Joseph Beckman of Covington, Christopher Joseph

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Beckman of Erlanger; sister, Juanita Warren of Union; brother, John Hellmann of LaGrange; 10 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Memorials: St. Augustine Church, 1839 Euclid Ave., Covington, KY 41014; or Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, 483 South Loop Road, Edgewood, KY 41017. Middendorf Funeral Home, Fort Wright handled the arrangements.

Burton Bridges

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Bluegrass Care Center, Fort Thomas. He was a yardmaster for the CSX Railroad and worked 40 years with the B&O Railroad, a World War II Army Air Corps veteran and member of Calvary Baptist Church in Latonia. His first wife, Mary Early, and son, Tommy Early, died previously. Survivors include wife, Ruth Rowland Early of Taylor Mill; sons, Kenneth Early of Fort Mitchell and Douglas Early of Walton; stepdaughter, Sue Rowland of Independence; stepson, Michael Rowland of Lexington; brothers, Robert Lewis Early of Kettering, Ohio and Walter Early of Deer Park; sister, Ruby Wiley of Louisville and five grandchildren. Swindler & Currin Funeral Home, Latonia, handled the arrangements.

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Elizabeth â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lizâ&#x20AC;? Caroline Boehmer Donovan, 63, of Greensboro, N.C., formerly of Covington and Fort Mitchell, died Aug. 23, 2009, at Wesley Long Hospital, Greensboro. She was a homemaker and member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Greensboro. Survivors include her husband, Michael Donovan; daughter, Shannon Cripe of Asheville, N.C.; son, Daniel Donovan of Greensboro; sister, Regina Boehmer and brother, Lou Boehmer, both of Fort Mitchell; and two granddaughters. Forbis and Dick Funeral Service, Guilford Chapel, Greensboro, handled the arrangements. Memorials: Palliative Care at Wesley Long Hospital, 501 N. Elam Ave., Greensboro, NC 27403.

Loyd Early

Loyd Early, 89, Taylor Mill, died Aug. 25, 2009, at Hospice of the

Victor Charles Egolf, 83, Fort Wright, died Aug. 23, 2009, at Hospice at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. He was a tool and gauge inspector for General Electric, a WWII Navy veteran and member of the Disabled American Veterans. Survivors include his wife, Marion; daughters, Barbara Egolf of Fort Wright, Debbie Schnuderl of Alexandria and Linda Wilson of Newport; sons, C. Dennis Egolf of Louisville and Ron Egolf of Union; sister, Delores Rabe of Erlanger; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Burial was at Highland Cemetery, Fort Mitchell, KY. Memorials: St. Agnes Church, 1680 Dixie Highway, Fort Wright, KY 41011 or American Cancer Society, 297 Buttermilk Pike, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017.

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Willette Kennedy

Willette R. Kennedy, 78, Fort Wright, died Aug. 28, 2009, at her home. She was a clerk for the Veterans Affairs Hospital in Corryville and member of Crescent Springs Baptist Church. Her husband, Robert Kennedy, died in 2004. Burial was in Warrens Grove Cemetery, London. Don Catchen & Son Funeral Home, Elsmere, handled the local arrangements.

Ardyce Klette

Lt. Ardyce Amundson Klette, 88, of St. Petersburg, Fla., formerly of Park Hills, died Aug. 10, 2009, at Northwestern Medical Center, St. Albans City, Vt. She was a U. S. Army Registered Nurse at the V.A. Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio and a World War II Army veteran. Her husband, Major George S. Klette, died previously. Survivors include son, Douglas G. Klette of St. Albans, Vt. and one grandchild. Burial was at Highland Cemetery, Fort Mitchell. Memorials: Highland Cemetery Perpetual Memorial Fund, 2167 Dixie Highway, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017. Allison & Rose Funeral Home,

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Harry E. Landon, 75, Fort Wright, died Aug. 25, 2009, at his home. He was a ticket agent for Pan American World Airways, member of the U.S. Tennis Association and a Korean War Army veteran. Burial was at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North, Williamstown. Survivors include his sisters, Carolyn Landon of Fort Wright and Jeanene Landon of Burlingame, Calif.; and brother, Hobart P. Landon Jr. of Richwood. Memorials: American Heart Association, 5511 Madison Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45227; or Latonia Baptist Church, 3800 Church Street, Latonia, KY 41015.

Harold McKinley

Harold â&#x20AC;&#x153;Macâ&#x20AC;? McKinley, 83, of Park Hills died Aug. 22, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Edgewood. He was the original owner of Grandpaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ice Cream, former mayor of Park Hills, member of the Northern Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame and a WWII Army veteran. His son, Kevin McKinley, died previously. Survivors include his wife, Loretta McKinley; daughters, Cheryl Foltz of Burlington and Colleen Eldridge of Florence; son, Tim McKinley of Crestview Hills; brother, Eugene McKinley of Latonia and eight grandchildren. Burial was at St. John Cemetery, Fort Mitchell. Memorials: St. Agnes Church, 1680 Dixie Highway, Fort Wright, KY 41011.

Marjorie Morris

Marjorie L. Morris, 86, Covington, a homemaker, died Aug. 28, 2009, at St. Charles Care Center, Covington. Her husband, Milton E. Morris, died in 1975. Survivors include her daughter, Sherry Blu of Lexington; son, David Morris of Fort Mitchell; brother, Gordon â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tokeâ&#x20AC;? Landrum of Erlanger; six grandchildren; and seven greatgrandchildren. Burial was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Erlanger. Memorials: St. Charles Care Center, 500 Farrell Drive, Covington, KY 41011.

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Charles B. Palmer Jr., 92, Lakeside Park, died Aug. 22, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Edgewood. He was a pharmacist and businessman who founded Palmer Drugs, the owner of the Cabana Supper Club and co-owner of the White Horse restaurant and a real estate developer. His wife, Ethel Voss Palmer, died in 1994. Survivors include his son, Charles B. Palmer III of Lakeside Park; daughter, Janis V. Malley of Union; brother, Howard Palmer of Covington; five grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. Burial was at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Erlanger. Linnemann Funeral Home handled the arrangements. Memorials are suggested to The Humanitarian League, Attn: Jan Malley, 705 Buttermilk Pike, Crescent Springs, KY 41017.

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David N. Snow, 14 E. 32nd St., fourth degree assault at 14 E. 32nd St., Aug. 17. Spiro Christidis, 5531 Childs Ave., possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphrenalia, failure to improper signal, at 1847 Holman Ave., Aug. 17. Jeffery L. Mcgee, 1819 Holman St., possession of marijuana, tampering with physical evidence at 303 Court St., Aug. 17. Nicholas A. Bolton, 19 W. 36Th St., failure to or improper signal, rear license not illuminated, possession of marijuana at Juarez Circle, Aug. 18. Dallas T. Andrews, 1017 Madison Ave., #10, second degree disorderly conduct, possession of drug paraphrenalia at 1017 Madison Ave., Aug. 19. Marian D. Adams, 5620 Winton Rd., #6, possession of marijuana at 301 Riverside Dr., Aug. 16. Shane R. Talbert, 511 Delmar Pl., fourth degree assault, menacing at 301 E. 21st St., Aug. 20. Ricky L. Fletcher, 2676 Larch Ct., trafficking in marijuana, possession of drug paraphrenalia at 2676 Larch Ct., Aug. 20. Ernie E. Jones, 2430 Ky Hwy 562, second degree possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphrenalia, at Lewis St., Aug. 20. Ernest H. Edwards, 343 W. Pike, fourth degree assault, prescription controlled substance not in proper container at W. 15th St., Aug. 19.

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Jose Parez, No Address Given, theft at 512 Pike St., Aug. 19. Peggy T. Fornash, 9 Hideaway Dr., menacing, second degree disorderly conduct at 9 Hideaway Dr., Aug. 19. Donald Conrad, 121 Jacob Price, third degree assault, possession of marijuana, resisting arrest at 1100 Greenup St., Aug. 19. Angelo R. Young, 2339 Iroll, prohibit commerce counterfeit good and services at 613 W. 4th St., Aug. 18. Raymond C. Brown, 223 E. 15th St., first degree trafficking in a controlled substance at 1026 Madison Ave., Aug. 13. Russell E. Mccombs, 145 W. 21st St. Apt. 3, first degree trafficking in a controlled substance at 22 E. 16th St., Aug. 13. Waylon J. Dennis, 625 Debbie Lane, possession of marijuana, serving bench warrant for court, fugitive from another state at 3524 Decoursey Ave., Aug. 22. Carl E. Foltz Iv, 6246 Stonehenge Circle, first degree wanton endangerment (police officer), first degree wanton endangerment, first degree fleeing or evading police, no operators license, operating motor vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol, failure to illuminate headlamps, disregarding traffic controlled device, failure to produce insurance card at Pike St., Aug. 22. Mack R. Jackson, No Address Given, receiving stolen property, possession of burglary tools, prescription for controlled substance not in proper container at 525 W. 5th St., Aug. 22.

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POLICE REPORTS Michael D. Stewart, No Address Given, theft of services at 401 Crescent Ave., Aug. 21. Donald J. Oggy, 3306 Emerson Ave., unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, first degree possession of a controlled substance, third degree possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphrenalia, operating on a suspended or revoked operators license, tampering with physical evidence at 3306 Emerson Ave., Aug. 23. Megan C. Berggren, 145 11th Ct., first degree possession of a controlled substance (heroin), first degree possession of a controlled substance (drug unspecified), prostitution, possession of drug paraphrenalia at 1100 W. Robbins Ave., Aug. 20. Steven Banks, No Address Given, third degree criminal mischief, menacing at 613 Madison Ave., Aug. 17. Antonio Lewis, 670 E. 87th St., first degree trafficking in a controlled substance, operating on a suspended or revoked driver's license at 1000 Washington St., Aug. 17. Joseph H. Mcmeans, 710 Greer St., #6, second degree possession of a controlled substance, serving bench warrant for court at 401 Crescent Ave., Aug. 23.

Incidents/investigations Assault

A man was punched, bitten, and kicked at 325 W. 7th St., Aug. 23. A woman reported being assaulted at Main St., Aug. 23. A woman was struck in the eye and back at Welsh Dr. , Aug. 22.

A woman reported being punched and kicked at Decoursey Ave., Aug. 22. A man reported being assaulted at Madison Ave., Aug. 20. A woman reported being assaulted at 600 block of W. 8th St., Aug. 23. A woman reported being assaulted at Pike St., Aug. 23. A woman reported being assaulted at E. 16th St., Apt. 2, Aug. 23. A man was stabbed at 8th St., Aug. 18.

Assault, criminal mischief

A man was struck in the face and a vehicle was damaged at 122 Martin St., Aug. 17.

Burglary

A brick was thrown through the residence of a window and a door was damaged at 731 W. 8th St., Aug. 17. Copper piping was stolen from a residence at 504 E. 17th St., Aug. 17. Five tool boxes were stolen at 910 Greenup St., Aug. 19. A game system was stolen at 639 Philadelphia St., #3, Aug. 20. Three lawn trimmers and two blowers were stolen at 1564 Banklick St., Aug. 20. $1,000 in quarters were stolen at 23 W. Southern Ave., Aug. 19. A set of three keys were stolen at 323 E. 2nd St., Aug. 18. A dish set, three cell phones, flash drivers, coach purses, and a lawnmowere were stolen from a garage at 515 E. 20th St., Aug. 14. Copper piping and a table saw were stolen at 1518 Banklick St., Aug. 22. Several DVDs, a computer, a game

system, a TV and phones were stolen at 2234 Center St., Aug. 22. $400 in cash and a poker machine were stolen at 820 Madison Ave., Aug. 22. $700 in cash, two purses, and keys were stolen at 1200 Highway Ave., #309, Aug. 21. Copper piping and a floor sander were stolen at 1604 Garrard St., Aug. 21. A TV was stolen at 811 Greenup St., #3, Aug. 21. Copper piping was stolen at 3205 Mable Ave., Aug. 20.

Burglary, assault, terroristic threatening

A man entered a residence and made threats at 4314 Glenn Ave., Aug. 18.

Burglary, criminal mischief

Copper piping was stolen from a residence at 15 E. 18th St., Aug. 19.

Burglary, rape

A woman was raped and had a computer taken at E. 38th St., Aug. 20.

Criminal mischief

Wrought iron fencing was damaged by a vehicle at 910 Holman Ave., Aug. 17. A window of a residence was broken at 517 W. 23rd St., Aug. 19. A large rock was thrown on a vehicle at 3706 Huntington Ave., Aug. 18. The rear windows of two vehicles were smashed at 117 E. 8th St., Aug. 18. A rock was thrown through a vehi-

cle's window at 312 W. 8th St., Aug. 17. A vehicle window was shattered at 427 Wallace Ave., Aug. 18. A vehicle window was shattered at 615 Greenup St., Aug. 18. A vehicle was scratched on its rear quarter panels and rear hood at 1320 Hazen St., Aug. 18. Two shingles were torn from a residence at 1565 Maryland Ave., Aug. 20. The tire of a vehicle was flattened at 301 E. 21st St., Aug. 20. A vehicle was damaged with a golf club and a piece of wood at Haden Ct., Aug. 23. The rear window of a vehicle was scratched at 403 E. 13th St., Aug. 22. A door and front quarter panel of a vehicle were damaged at 1 Castle Ct., Aug. 22. A rear window of a vehicle was damaged at 13 Levassor Ave., Aug. 22. Two wood panels of a garage were broken out at 834 Western Ave., Aug. 21. The driver's side window of a vehicle was broken out at 320 Garrard St., Aug. 21. A window screen was cut at 719 Garrard St., Aug. 22. A white fence was vandalized by spray paint at 2631 Eastern Ave., Aug. 19. A vehicle was spray painted at 1248 Hermes St., Aug. 19.

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POLICE REPORTS telephone at Garrard St., Aug. 17.

From page B9 phone and had his motorcycle damaged at 1706 Woodburn Ave., Aug. 23.

Harassment

Rape, kidnapping

A woman was slapped in the face at W. 12th St., Aug. 22.

A woman was forced to have intercourse at John Roebling Bridge, Aug. 17.

Menacing

Forgery

An automobile title was forged at 1710 Eastern Ave., Aug. 19.

Fraudulent use of a credit card

Unauthorized transactions were made on an ATM card at 2001 Madison Ave., Aug. 16. A food stamp card was used without permission at 1616 Madison Ave., Aug. 19.

Harassing communications

at Philadelphia St., Aug. 19.

A woman reported being harassed by

Robbery

A man drove around another car in a menacing way and then made verbal threats to the occupants at Promontory Dr., Aug. 20.

A deli was robbed at knifepoint at 1432 Madison Ave., Aug. 15. A woman was punched and had her purse taken at 221 Athey Ave., Aug. 23. Approximately $8,000 cash was taken at gunpoint at 1013 Greenup St., Aug. 23. A wallet was taken by force at 1500 Holman Ave., Aug. 23.

Possession of drug paraphernalia

A man had several pipes for sale used for the smoking of marijuana at 803 Madison Ave., Aug. 12.

Possession of marijuana

A man was found to have marijuana

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Terroristic threatening

A woman threatened to kill another woman and her husband at 857 Crescent Ave., Aug. 17.

Terroristic threatening, harassing communications

A woman reported receiveing repeated harassing and threatening calls at 1519 St. Clair St., Aug. 20. Theft A firearm was stolen at 217 Bush St., Aug. 18. A vehicle was stolen at 50 E. 11th St., Aug. 18. $31.74 was stolen at 410 Philadelphia St., Aug. 17. A cut-off saw, pipe laser, generator, chain set, and grease gun was stolen at 4400 Vermont Ave., Aug. 17. A game system, CDs, $60 in cash, and clothing were stolen from a vehicle at 28 W. Pike St., Aug. 17. A vehicle was stolen at 1259 Altamont Rd., Aug. 19. A bicycle was stolen at 429 Russell St., Aug. 19. A lawnmower was stolen at 1716 Glenway Ave., Aug. 18. A radio and set of keys were stolen from a vehicle at 2023 Garrard St., Aug. 19. A stereo was taken from a vehicle at Berry St., Aug. 17. A cell phone's SIM card was stolen at 4522 Decoursey Ave., #3, Aug. 18. A saw-zaw was stolen from a vehicle at 208 Sterrett Ave., Aug. 20. A MP3 player, cologne, and 10 CDs were stolen from a vehicle at 2210 Eastern Ave., Aug. 20. Speakers and an amplier were stolen from a vehicle at 2218 Morrison Ct., Aug. 20. Prescription medication and cash was stolen at 3400 Caroline Ave., Aug. 14. A purse was stolen at 604 6th St., Aug. 23. Medication was taken from a purse at 20 E. 43rd St., Aug. 22. A bicycle was stolen at 409 Emma St., Aug. 21. A bottle of beer was stolen at 613 4th St., Aug. 20. A vehicle was stolen at 700 Greenup St., Aug. 20. A lawn chair was stolen at 1220 Fisk St., Aug. 20.

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Theft by deception

A bad check was passed at 132 11th St., Aug. 2.

Theft of identity

Victim reported several subjects tried to make a withdrawal from his account at 3517 Decoursey Ave., Aug. 17. Satelite TV service was obtained using the identity of another at 3703 Winston Ave., Aug. 20.

Theft, criminal mischief

Fourth degree assault

Reported at Mary Street, Aug. 25. Reported at 539 Greenfield Lane, Aug. 27. Possession of marijuana, operating on suspended license Reported at Jack Scheben Drive, Aug. 24.

Second degree burglary

$1,000, $280 worth of merchandise reported stolen at 2515 Anderson Road, Aug. 21. $800 worth of vehicle damage reported at 3334 Appomattox Drive, Aug. 18.

Second degree disorderly conduct, carrying concealed weapon

Reported at 530 Greenfield Lane, Aug. 22.

Approximately 30 CDs and loose change was stolen from a vehicle at 240 Greenup St., Aug. 18. Two cell phones and a purse were taken from a vehicle at 525 Philadelphia St., Aug. 23. A TV was stolen at 3 Levassor Ave., Aug. 22. A computer was stolen at 16 Holmesdale Ct., Aug. 22.

Second degree fleeing police, third degree assault

Theft, fleeing or evading police, driving DUI on suspended license, failure to improperly signal, disregarding traffic controll device

$16, 499.37 reported stolen at 3158 Dixie Highway, Aug. 26. Reported at 3412 Baker Street, Aug. 24.

Someone stole 4 cartons of cigarettes and led police on a chase at 410 Philadelphia St., Aug. 18.

Theft, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle

A gold necklace, 10 pairs of tennis shoes, eight baseball caps, and a vehicle were stolen at 2713 Alexandria Ave., Aug. 22.

Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle

A vehicle was taken. at W. 14th St., Aug. 19.

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$20 counterfeited at 2513 Hazelwood Drive, Aug. 20.

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Second degree forgery

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Theft by deception

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