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By Regan Coomer rcoomer@nky.com

Before winter Fort Wright City Council hopes to partially re-open the Fort Wright Nature Center on Highland Pike, which was closed after a major landslide last year. The Nature Center is made up of 13 acres of wooded hillside with five miles of scenic trails. The slide damaged the center’s parking lot off of Highland Pike as well as sidewalk and drainage and sanitation pipes. While the city owns none of the land affected – it’s state right of way and private property, Fort Wright officials have worked to open dialogue between the situation’s various players. To that end, Sanitation District No. 1 and the state highway department reported on the status of the slide at a caucus meeting Oct. 21. “Economically there’s not a good way to restore or replace that embankment slide and put it back without millions of dollars being expended,” said Rob Hans, Executive Director of the Department of Highways, District 6. However, Hans said geotechnical studies have found the slide will not extend back to the road itself, which is the state’s main concern. “It’s broken back to the parking lot area, it now may extend a little bit further, but will stabilize, based on its slope, before it gets to the roadway,” Hans said. Hans said the department will work with the city to replace the broken sidewalk with one closer to

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Last year a landslide damaged the parking lot and sidewalk at the Fort Wright Nature Center, which has been closed ever since. The city has been working with state and Sanitation District No. 1 officials to partially re-open the center, which could happen as soon as this fall. Possible continued sliding makes it unlikely the already-damaged parking lot will be re-opened, but the trails will still be open to pedestrian access. the road as well as clean up the area for future use. The state has also installed an above-ground pipe to drain water from Highland Pike – the original was damaged in the slide. “I know it doesn’t look great. There are some safety concerns. We’ll work with the city the best we can to try to clean up that area,” Hans said. Officials from SD-1 agreed a permanent fix of the landslide is

too costly. The sanitation sewer pipe was actually lifted above ground by the slide, said Chris Novak, Assistant General Manager and Director of the Capital Improvements Program. While a temporary fix has already been installed, Novak said SD-1 plans to reinstate the sewer through directional drilling in the spring, a $1.5 million project. Fort Wright Mayor Joe Nien-

aber said in addition to replacing the sidewalk, the city will put up a safety fence between the sidewalk and the slide area. The Nature Center will become a walking destination only because the parking lot will be closed due to the imminence of the slide area, Nienaber said. “I still don’t know exactly what caused the slide,” he said. “At this point, it’s best to look at how to move on from here.”

Council member’s Web site causes stir By Jason Brubaker jbrubaker@nky.com

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Villa Hills councilman Mike Pope’s private Web site is continuing to cause tension with the rest of the council, who have said it contains inaccuracies and false characterizations of the city’s business. The latest argument ensued at the Oct. 21 council meeting after several council members read passages off the site aloud and pointed out their inaccuracy. “The problem is that there might be some people who think everything you write is gospel, when in fact, most everything you write is wrong,” said councilman George Bruns. “I can’t take anything you say or do seriously as long as you keep lying.” In a recent posting, Pope used his Web site - www.cityofvillahills.com - to characterize the Aug. 27, 2009 special council

meeting where the city held their vote on increasing property taxes as a “secret council meeting”, which councilman Greg Kilburn took offense with. Kilburn even introduced a resolution at the Oct. 21 meeting, asking Pope to change the word “secret” to the word “special,” saying that the city followed all of the proper procedures in advertising and announcing the meeting. “Such comments undermine the public’s confidence in this council and the process we follow to conduct city business,” said Kilburn. Pope, serving his first term on the council, defended his site, saying that that his use of the word was meant to be a joke. He also claimed that since the meeting wasn’t televised, it felt “kind of secret,” and that he has had requests for audio recordings of meetings that have gone unmet.

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“I have objected on multiple occasions that having such significant discussions at untelevised meetings, while we pay to have the regular meetings televised, makes no sense,” he said. “At least with technology as cheap and easy as it is today, the voice recordings should be made available to the public.” However, Mayor Mike Sadouskas and city clerk Polly Richardson denied that any claims for records have not been filled. Richardson said audio recordings are only saved until they can be

transcribed into the minutes, and that she has always provided meeting minutes upon request. Kilburn added that by characterizing the meeting as secret, he implied the city clerk and the city attorney, as well as the council, failed to do their jobs in notifying residents. Pope disagreed. “All I did was make a little joke - you’re implying all of that,” he said. Despite other concerns raised by the rest of the council, Pope didn’t specify whether he planned to make any changes to the site, even when questioned directly by Sadouskas about his intentions for the site. “I’ll make that decision for myself,” he said. “I don’t need a resolution to know what’s wrong and what’s right around here.” The next regularly scheduled council meeting will be Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. at the city building.

Crescent Springs to install LED signs By Regna Coomer rcoomer@nky.com

Crescent Springs hopes to better lines of communication with residents by installing two freestanding LED monument signs at two points in the city. The 6-foot-by-8-foot signs could be in place as soon as December and will cost about $45,000, city officials said. One will be located in front of the city building and the other will

be constructed at the corner of Hazelwood Drive and Buttermilk Pike, where the old city sign used to be located. The city will use the signs to put out emergency alerts, event information, city notifications and more, said Mayor Jim Collett. Collett said improving communication was one of the goals designated by council in last year’s elections. “One step was improving the Web site and the next stop is

improving signs to get the word out about current events in our city,” he said. “We really have no way to communicate with the citizens,” said Mayor Jim Collett. A need to find a quicker, easier way to get the word out to residents was made apparent by last year’s wind storm, said Public Works Director George Ripberger. “This will be much more efficient,” he said. Ripberger reported on the signs

to council at the caucus meeting Monday Oct. 26. Ripberger said he will bring a formal recommendation on which bid to accept at the next council meeting Nov. 9. The sign on Hazelwood Drive should read “Welcome to Crescent Springs,” Ripberger said, and will feature up to two lines of 5-inchtall text. The sign in front of the city building will have two additional lines of text for more detailed messages.

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State money allocation causing headache for merged departments By Jason Brubaker jbrubaker@nky.com

By discarding a letter from the state, Crescent Springs Mayor Jim Collett may have inadvertently cost his city thousands of dollars in additional revenue. Collett received a letter from the state on May 18, 2008, detailing the filing procedures of House Bill 413, which allocates money to cities and police departments from criminal penalties, such as speeding fines. At the time of the letter, the Crescent Springs Police Department was in merger talks with the Erlanger Police Department. “We didn’t begin contracting [with Erlanger] until July 1, and I received this letter on May 18 saying that if we weren’t contracting, that letter could be discarded,” explained Collett. “The way this was administered, we were caught in a transitional phase and we ended up with nothing.” Erlanger City Adminis-

trator Linda Carter pointed out that the paperwork from the state was not due until Aug. 1, 2008, one month after the Crescent SpringsErlanger merger was completed. Since discovering the mistake, Collett requested Erlanger help make up for the loss of funds, based on the contract the two cities signed when the departments merged. Collett suggested the cities split the revenue generated from extra officers in the Erlanger department, seven of which were originally Crescent Springs’ officers. The state allocation formula gives approximately $846 for each certified officer. “Had we not merged, the head count in Erlanger would have been lower,” he said. “We just want to do what’s fair along the lines of our contract.” However, Carter said that per the merger contract, the city was within its right to claim the officers as Erlanger officers. Entities that contract for police serv-

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ice receive their officer allocation based on the dollar amount of their contract. Carted said under the total state reimbersment formula Crescent Springs could have received over $20,000 for the 2008-2009 fiscal year. Erlanger received $43,974 in HB 413 funds for the 2008-09 fiscal year that ended June 30 of this year. “It’s certainly a complex process, but I just can’t find a way to justify sharing our revenue because they didn’t file the right paperwork,” Carter said. Carter said although the merger wasn’t finalized when Collett received the letter, it was well on its way toward completion, and Collett should have kept the letter until the merger was complete, and then filed with the state. Several Erlanger council members agreed with Carter. “I don’t know how I could justify to our citizens writing a check from our funds because of a mistake that was made in-house at Crescent Springs,” said council person Patty Suedkamp. “It seems to me that if I was even thinking about merging, I’d have kept that letter until I was absolutely sure I didn’t need it,” added council person Vickie Kyle. However, councilman John Dunhoft said the city should look into helping out Crescent Springs as a goodwill gesture. “Everything has been going great with the merger, and I’d like to keep the good relationship going,” he said. The city council is expected to reach a final resolution at their Nov. 3 meeting.

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Going green

Governor Steve Beshear poses with students Courtney Ludwick and Andrew Lawrence outside of James D. Patton Vocational School on Oct. 21. Beshear was in town to recognize the contributions of the Kentucky technical schools to his energy efficiency and job creation initiatives.

Sheriff’s office to offer self-defense course By Jason Brubaker jbrubaker@nky.com

The Kenton County Sheriff’s Office is sponsoring a Women’s Self-defense class that will begin on Nov. 9 at the Edgewood Senior Center. The class, which is for women ages 12-99, will be taught by Deputy Autumn Ruehl. “We’ll be learning the basics that all women should know,” she said. “There’s no telling what can happen out there, so it’s always good to have the experience from a class like this.

Ruehl said the first three sessions of the class will be primarily used for instruction as they talk about specific situations and actions that can be taken, and cover concepts like avoidance, awareness and recognition. The last class will allow the women to put their knowledge to good use, she said. “We’ll have another deputy in the red, padded suit, and the women will have to show what they learned when they’re put into different situations,” she explained. “That’s usually the most popular part of the class, although it can be a little nerve-wracking for

some.” Ruehl said that participants need to attend all four session of the class, and they will work around any physical disabilities or injuries that participants might have. The schedule calls for classes to be held on Nov. 9, 10, 16 and 18 from 6-9 p.m. The class is free, but pre-registration is required. “This is something we feel like all women should know, and we hope to have a great turnout,” she said. For more information, or to register, contact Deputy Autumn Ruehl at 3937345.

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EDGEWOOD - Scarf It Up, a local charity that seeks to provide handmade scarves to needy residents, will be holding a basic knitting class on Nov. 5 at the Edgewood Senior Center. The class will run from 7-9 p.m., and participants should bring size 19 or 35 knitting

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Art exhibit

EDGEWOOD – Turkey Foot Middle School teacher Jeffrey Peeno will be having his first art exhibit at Sitwells Coffee House, located at 324 Ludlow Avenue in Cincinnati. The exhibit is entitled “Beginnings”, and it will run from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. For more information, contact Sitwells at 513-281-7487.

Students of the month

EDGEWOOD – The J.D. Patton Area Technology Center recently named students James Cantwell and Courtney Ludwick as Students of the Month for September. Cantwell is an Elsmere resident in the welding technology program while Ludwick is a Lloyd Memorial High School student from Erlanger in the health science program. Each student received a certificate of achievement, a Student of the Month pin and a $50 gift certificate. Student of the Month is sponsored by the Skills-USA organization.

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Local author’s book one of the best in 2009 By Regan Coomer rcoomer@nky.com

Fort Mitchell attorney and political enthusiast Rick Robinson’s second political thriller was just named a finalist in The National “Best Books” 2009 Awards Oct. 20 sponsored by USABookNews.com. Robinson’s second book “Sniper Bid” was honored in the Thriller/Adventure category. “Somedays I get up and I look at the stuff and I just giggle that people are actually reading it,” Robinson said. “It’s really satisfying to me somebody’s reading it.” Robinson has just completed a third book in the series, which features Richard Thompson, a congressman in the Fourth Congressional District of Kentucky. The book is set for publi-

cation in the spring. “You write what you know about,” said the Ludlow native, whose main character also hails from Ludlow. Robinson said he has been involved in politics “one way or another” for the past 30 years, though he said he’s perhaps best known for his role as Legislative Director/Chief Counsel to then Congressman Jim Bunning. “My books take place on the campaign trail in the offices in Washington D.C. You get an insider feel of what really goes on in the hill in campaigns,” he said. Of course the thrillers show the darker side of politics, but also the optimism, Robinson said. “The thing that always surprises readers is the eternal optimism I have about the negative stuff I some-

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Fort Mitchell resident and attorney Rick Robinson is also the author of a political thriller book series. His latest book, “Sniper Bid,” was named a finalist in the Thriller/Adventure category of The National “Best Books” 2009 Awards Oct. 20. times write about,” he said. Robinson’s main character still “believes,” he said. “He gets tempted, but there are always forces that bring him back to remembering why he was elected and why he went to Washington in the first place.” Robinson’s books can be purchased at amazon.com and bn.com.

Man’s best friend saved the day at Pawrade By Regan Coomer rcoomer@nky.com

Dogs decked out in capes, princess hats, spider legs and Bengals colors came together at the Mainstrasse Village Association’s Eighth Annual Dog Costume Pawrade Sunday Oct. 25. This year’s Pawrade encouraged families to dress up their dogs in super hero garb, but anything went at the event; dogs were dressed as pumpkins, spiders, genies and as wellknown heroes like Spiderman and Batman. Dogs took a spin down the Sixth Street Promenade

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Elsmere Fire District planning to start own ALS By Jason Brubaker jbrubaker@nky.com

The Elsmere Fire Protection District plans to start its own Advanced Life Support service at the beginning of the next fiscal year. Chief Paul LaFontaine said the district is currently having staff undergo training to become certified EMTs. Staff is expected to be fully certified by February. Once the training is completed, the district will have

a better idea of exact cost for the service. LaFontaine said cost projections for starting the service appear to be minimal right now. “We’re using the staff we already have, and we’re just upgrading their training,” he said. “This was just a way for us to upgrade our service internally.” Currently, the tax rate for Elsmere citizens for the fire district is $1.97 per $1,000 of assessed property value, meaning the owner of a

$100,000 home pays $197 each year. Until July 1, 2010, Elsmere will continue to be covered by Erlanger’s ALS service, which also covers Villa Hills, Crescent Springs, Edgewood and Point Pleasant. Erlanger city administrator Linda Carter said that even with Elsmere leaving the program, they don’t anticipate a major cost increase for Erlanger’s remaining members. Since

Elsmere typically comprised a large number of ALS runs, she said that fewer equipment and fewer staff might be needed, which would help to balance out the decrease in membership funds. “We haven’t run a lot of numbers yet, but right now, we don’t think it will have a major impact on the other cities,” she said. “It’s still early, but that’s how things look right now.” Since the Elsmere Fire

District is a separate taxing entity, the decision doesn’t need approval from the Elsmere city council, said city attorney Paul Markgraf. “The council holds no supervisory capacity over the funds, so it’s not something that the council would have any control over,” he said. “It’s similar to the school district in that way.” LaFontaine said that Elsmere wasn’t unhappy with the level of service in Erlanger, but rather felt they

could provide the same service in-house. “Erlanger has been supportive of what we’re trying to do,” he said. LaFontaine said he expects more information to be available after the first of the year, including expected costs and what the change could mean for residents. “Our goal is that the quality of service is going to be the same, if not better,” he said. “This is just something we felt we wanted to do.”

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limit, and plan a safe route, reminding children that it is not a good idea to take shortcuts or alleys, or cut through random backyards. • Children should remember not to eat any treats they collect until they get home, and the treats are inspected by an adult in a well lighted area. Remember, an unwrapped piece of candy could be harmful to you or others, so get rid of it right away in a safe manner.

• It is a good idea to ask your Neighborhood Watch group, or your local law enforcement or fire department’s personnel, to patrol the neighborhood during trick-or-treating hours. • Remember to move any objects from your yard or porch that might be a hazard to visitors, and welcome your trick-or-treaters by turning on your porch light, letting them know you are home and it is OK to go to their door for candy.

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The Kentucky Crime Prevention Coalition would like wish everyone a safe and fun Halloween. In preparation for Halloween parties or trick-or-treating, we would like to extend some safety tips to ensure that your kids’ spooky night of activities is safe and enjoyable. • When preparing for a night of trick-or-treating, make sure children are accompanied by an adult, and that older kids do not go out alone. Set a time

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Fidelity Investments given three-year employment extension on contract

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Fidelity Investments has until December 2013 to employ 4,250 people – a three-year extension on the original contract between the company, the state highway department, city of Covington and Kenton County. The governmental agencies agreed to jointly pay for

the $17.5 million connector road from Ky-17 to Fidelity’s four-building complex in exchange for a guarantee of 4,250 employees total by the end of 2010. Covington contributed $1 million while the county is paying $192,400 over the next five years towards the road. The economy has had a major role in the need for an extension, said Fidelity

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spokesperson Jenny Engle, but the company is dedicated to fulfilling its end of the deal. “Fidelity full intends to meet its obligations under the agreement, but we did request an extension in light of the extraordinary downturn in the market,” she said. Currently approximately 4,000 people are employed at Fidelity’s Covington campus, Engle said, adding that while she could not speak as to how the company will achieve the goal, “We have made a significant investment and we plan to honor that commitment.” As per the original agreement, if the deadline is not reached, Fidelity would have to pay $5,000 for each employee less than the 4,250 target to the state. Covington City Manager Larry Klein said Fidelity has so far filled its end of the agreement to the best of its ability. “No one foresaw the international economic climate we’re all in,” he said.

“I think we’re happy to help to extend that deadline. They’re a very important corporate citizen to this city and we’re very willing to help them.” Klein said payroll taxes from Fidelity employees make up about a quarter of total payroll taxes coming in, around $6 million a year. “We hope this helps. We’re very proud to have Fidelity in Northern Kentucky and especially in Covington,” he said. The Kenton County Fiscal Court followed suit to Covington and approved the extension at the Oct. 13 regular meeting. Kenton County Judge Executive Ralph Drees said Fidelity is in the same plight as every other individual and business across the country. “They don’t need as many people to administer their work until people get back to work,” Drees said. The additional tax funds Fidelity generates is a help to the county, Drees said. “It helps us pay for a lot of services,” he said.

Wings joint drew crowd Independence residents camped out in the early morning at the newest location of Buffalo Wild Wings at 2004 Centennial Blvd., which opened Oct. 26. The first 100 customers in line received coupons giving them six free buffalo wings a week for a year. Independence resident Mike Kelly said he was glad the restaurant located in the city. “It’s something else to eat besides McDonald’s,” he said. “There’s getting to be a lot more selection out here.” Some residents showed up the night before to wait for free wings, which resident Scott Pracht said was worth it. “They have the best wings in town by far,” he said. The restaurant, the 24th location in Northern Kentucky, seats 276 people and features more than 40 42inch televisions for sporting events. “We want to become the

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Independence resident Mike Kelly and his 3-year-old son J.D. had been waiting at the Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant since 5 a.m. neighborhood gathering place that serves up worldrenowned wings, service and a great time,” said Managing Partner Tammy Lowe. After cutting the ribbon at the restaurant’s debut, Independence Mayor Chris Moriconi said he was glad to see a boost of employment opportunities in the city. “I’m excited about the crowd, but I’m even more excited about the jobs,” he said. “This one restaurant employs about 100 people.” For more information about the Independence Buffalo Wild Wings, call 356-0602 or visit buffalo wildwings.com.

DO YOU WANT TO BE SAVED? (A response to an article of the same title published September 9, 2009)

It is true that God has always demanded that His word go unchanged (Deuteronomy 4:2; Proverbs 30:6; Revelation 22:18-19). To alter it in any way is to sin. This would include taking one text, a partial text, or an idea and wrapping a teaching around it, while ignoring what the rest of God’s inspired word says. All of God’s Word is inspired (2 Timothy 3:16-17) and it is by this Word that we will be judged one day when we stand before God (John 12:48). This is an appointment that we must all keep. “For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive the things done in the body, according to what he has done, whether good or bad” (2 Corinthians 5:10). The Greek word for “must” in the above noted passed is “dei” which means, “it is necessary.” This same word appears numerous times in God’s word. Take for instance Acts 9:6 where Saul of Tarsus, trembling and astonished, says, “Lord, what do You want me to do?” Then the Lord said to him, “Arise and go into the city, and you will be told what you must do.” So what was it that Saul had to do? Well, let us jump ahead just for a moment. Notice that Paul (Saul) wrote too Timothy and said that he had “obtained mercy” and had received the “grace of our Lord by faith and love which are in Christ Jesus.” He also said that though he considered himself to be the chief of all sinners he, “obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might show all longsuffering, as a pattern to those who are going to believe on Him for everlasting life.” Now herein lies our current controversy. Many today would have you believe that belief is no more than a mental acknowledgment and acceptance of a fact. However, the inspired word here translated belief means, “to have faith in, to entrust one’s spiritual well-being to, to be committed to and put in trust with.” So the word belief includes action and obedience not merely a cognizant acceptance of a truth. So what was it that Saul had to do? Believe (have faith in)? Absolutely! “But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him” (Hebrews 11:6). He did this on the road to Damascus and by his willingness to do what the Lord commanded. So he was saved, right? No. Notice that Saul goes into the city of Damascus, blinded by the light, and is three days fasting. Was Saul a penitent man? Surely having been raised a very religious zealot he spent that time fasting and in prayer. So he was then saved right? Well notice that Christ sends Ananias to speak with Saul and in Saul’s own account in Acts 22:16, “And now why are you waiting? Arise and be baptized, and wash away your sins, calling on the name of the Lord.” You see Saul wasn’t saved. He still carried with him the stain and weight of his sin. Our friends who teach that all one has to do is believe run to the account of the Philippian Jailor in Acts 16:30-31, but notice they stop without looking at the following verses that say, “Then they spoke the word of the Lord to him and to all who were in his house. And he took them the same hour of the night and washed their stripes. And immediately he and all his family were baptized.” Notice a few other verses: Acts 2:37-38 on the Day of Pentecost, Peter and the other disciples preaching the first gospel sermon were asked, “Men and brethren, what shall we do?” Then Peter said to them, “Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” Acts 8:12 when the people of Samaria, “believed Philip as he preached the things concerning the kingdom of God and the name of Jesus Christ, both men and women were baptized.” Acts 8:37-39 when Philip had preached Jesus to the Ethiopian Eunuch, “…they came to some water. And the eunuch said, “See, here is water. What hinders me from being baptized?” Then Philip said, “If you believe with all your heart, you may.” And he answered and said, “I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.” So he commanded the chariot to stand still. And both Philip and the eunuch went down into the water, and he baptized him. Now when they came up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord caught Philip away, so that the eunuch saw him no more; and he went on his way rejoicing.” You cannot find a single instance following the death, burial, resurrection and ascension of Christ where a single person is saved without being baptized! Notice a few other verses: Acts 10:48, “And he commanded them to be baptized in the name of the Lord.” Acts 18:8, “And Crispus, the chief ruler of the synagogue, believed on the Lord with all his house; and many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized.” Acts 19:5, “When they heard this, they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus.” 1 Corinthians 12:13, “For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body…” Galatians 3:27, “For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ.” 1 Peter 3:21, “The like figure whereunto even baptism doth also now save us (not the putting away of the filth of the flesh, but the answer of a good conscience toward God,) by the resurrection of Jesus Christ.” Friends, the answer to the question “What Must I Do To Be Saved” is simple. I must hear God’s word (Romans 10:17). I must believe in Christ as the only begotten Son (Hebrews 11:6). My newfound faith must lead me to repent of my sinful life (Luke 13:3). I must be willing to confess His name before men (Matthew 10:32-33). Then I must be immersed in water to have my sins washed away. At this point I come forth to live a new life, and I must continue to be obedient (Revelation 2:10) in order to be saved. If you are interested in obeying the gospel of Christ or would like to discuss this with us further we would love to hear from you and help you. Please contact us at:

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By Jason Brubaker jbrubaker@nky.com

When Beechwood senior Jake Maus sat down last year to begin writing for a timed short story prompt, he had fleeting thoughts of what could possibly go wrong. “I knew I only had two hours, and I was wondering what would happen if I got writer’s block, and or I ran out of time - things like that,” he admitted. “But once I started writing, it just came together and it turned out to be pretty easy for me.” It turned out to be easy enough for Maus that he was recently selected by the National Council of Teachers of English to receive their national writing Achievement Award for his essay. Maus, who was nominated by his English teacher Ruth Johnson, was one of only three students in the state to be honored. For his essay, a historical fictional story about the Civil War, Maus received a certificate from the NCTE, as well as a special slip of paper that can be attached to his resume, showing he was a national ward winner. “I was pretty surprised when I

won, because I didn’t really think much about it once I was finished writing,” he said. “But it’s pretty neat to have that recognition.” It wasn’t the first writing award Maus has received in his time at Beechwood though. While in eighth grade, he was named a NCTE Promising Young Writer, and he also received first prize in the 2009 NCTE short story contest. Additionally, he has earned two national Silver Keys from the Scholastic Writing Awards, as well as three regional Gold Keys. Maus, who also plays football and baseball at Beechwood, plans to attend the University of Kentucky next year, where he said he may end up studying pharmacy or medicine. “He’s the type of student and the type of young man that you know is going to be successful in whatever he chooses to do,” said Johnson. “He’s an extraordinary writer and it’s been a real pleasure to have been able to work with him here.” For more information about Beechwood, visit www.beechwood.k12.ky.us.

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Beechwood senior Jake Maus received the National Writing Achievement Award from the National Council of Teachers of English. He is one of only 544 students across the country to be recognized.

COLLEGE CORNER Division of Gateway to offer simulation

Pumpkin Fun at VMA Third-graders at Villa Madonna Academy in Villa Hills decorated pumpkins as characters from favorite books. Chandler Mitchell carried his “Skippy Jon Jones” pumpkin into school with help from his dad, Clay. All of the third grade pumpkins were on display at the school’s open house on Sunday, Oct. 25.

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Eighth-graders at Villa Madonna Academy in Villa Hills got together with their first grade buddies, carving pumpkins to decorate the school for the school’s open house. In the photo, eighth grader Kyle McLaughlin is working with first grader Caleb Sanders.

Workforce Solutions Division of Gateway Community and Technical College will be facilitating a Lean Manufacturing Simulation Nov. 4, 2009, which they are inviting all companies to register to attend. Lean manufacturing is a philosophy of the efficient use of resources, which when implemented, shorten lead-time and decrease costs by eliminating non value-added waste. All simulation participants will perform roles in a simulated factory setting throughout several intensive production rounds, which will provide participants the opportunity to see, feel and measure the effects of different lean manufacturing principles. The lean simulation will help participants achieve an understanding of the eight types of waste, the difference between a push-and-pull manufacturing system, along with the impact it has upon a production line and finally, how to make effective use of employee time made available through waste reduction. The GCTC division of Workforce Solutions specializes in continuing employee training. The lean simulation will provide participants with new skills that will come in use in the manufacturing sector, or participants with ties to the manufacturing sector. Workforce Solutions invites all companies to attend on Nov. 4, 2009, at 7:30 a.m. The event will take place at Receptions, located in Erlanger. For more information, please contact Barry Wilhite, Workforce Development Liaison, at 4421145.

Alpha Kappa Psi honored

Two members of the University of Kentucky's student chapter of the co-ed business fraternity, Alpha Kappa Psi, Jake Metz and Jordan Wilson, were awarded international honors during the fraternity's biennial conference earlier this year. “Our brothers have made a great impression on our brothers and sisters worldwide, and I am beyond proud of their accomplishments,” said Kacey Marr, president of the UK chapter of Alpha Kappa Psi, known as Omicron Psi. Metz, a junior management major in the Gatton College of Business and Economics from Louisville, was awarded Innovator of the Year for his work as professional chair of the Omicron Psi chapter. Metz created Professionapalooza last fall. Wilson, a senior finance major in the Gatton College from Fort Wright, was named Brother of the Year for his dedication to the chapter as a whole since joining in the fall of 2005. This honor is awarded to a student member who exemplifies the definition of a 'true blue' Alpha Kappa Psi member who sets a good example for all. Wilson served as president in 2008 and during this time the Omicron Psi chapter received many awards. He will graduate this December. Alpha Kappa Psi, known as 'the professional business fraternity,' prides itself on developing principled business leaders. The UK chapter, now 10 years old, welcomes anyone who is interested in the field of business to join the Co Ed fraternity. For more information, contact Kacey Marr at AKPsi.president@gmail.com.

CLASS REUNIONS F R I D A Y, N O V. 1 3 Simon Kenton High School Class of 1973 meets on the second Friday of each month at the Villa Hills Civic Club at 8 p.m. Reservations are not required. For more information, contact Diane Beers Babb at 727-6148.

S A T U R D A Y, N O V. 1 4 Campbell County High School 1984 Class Reunion Nov. 14, from 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. St Mary Church Undercroft, Alexandria, Dinner/DJ. $30 per person/$50 per couple. Contact per email at CCHS1984@hotmail.com.

JUNE 11-12, 2010 Boone County High School Class of 1960’s 50th Year Reunion. Looking for: Pat Bowling, Carol Brashear Copher, Nancy Stevers Bihl, Barbara Youell, Beverly Romans, Carol Smith, Siguard Papratta and Terry Elliott. Call Hope Ellis Kinman at 283-2796 or Pat Jurtsen Tanner 371-9254.

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St. Joseph School hosted a pet blessing Wednesday Oct. 14 in honor of the feast day of St. Francis Oct. 4. Students brought out their pets of all kinds to be blessed by Father Ed Brodnick, including sixth grader Mia Fox’s horse Star, who was literally the star of the show at the event. REGAN COOMER/STAFF

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St. Joseph School hosted a pet blessing Wednesday Oct. 14 in honor of the feast day of St. Francis Oct. 4. Here Father Ed Brodnick pauses a moment to bless a hound dog.

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St. Joseph School hosted a pet blessing Wednesday Oct. 14 in honor of the feast day of St. Francis Oct. 4. Seventh grader Ryan Arlinghaus brought his pet rabbit Buddy by for a pet blessing.

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Rain let up momentarily for a pet menagerie outside of St. Joseph School in Crescent Springs. Dogs of all breeds along with a cat, horse, rabbit, bearded dragons and more came out Oct. 14 for a pet blessing in honor of St. Francis, whose feast day is Oct. 4. St. Joseph’s Father Ed Brodnick presided over the ceremony, which started with a song celebrating furry (and non furry) friends and ending with holy water sprinkled on the animals present. Amy Torres’ seventh and eighth grade Crazy for Animals group organized the blessing.

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St. Joseph School hosted a pet blessing Wednesday Oct. 14 in honor of the feast day of St. Francis Oct. 4. Here eighth grade students Maggie Hackman, Morgan West and Samantha Ruschman get hugs from Katie the Golden Retriever.

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Villa Madonna’s inaugural induction ceremony for the Athletic Hall of Fame will be 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30. Inductees are: Becky Ruehl Amann, class of 1995, state diving champion and 1996 Olympic diver; Carla Austin, class of 1972, state swimming champion; Lori Erpenbeck, class of 1981, state volleyball championship team; Kim Gunning, class of 1978, state championship swim team and state all-tournament volleyball team; Melisa Schreiber Harkrader, class of 1985, state swimming champion; Jane Scheper Meier, class of 1969, state championship swim team and recently retired athletic director at Northern Kentucky University; Kelly Reutman Roberts, class of 1995, alltime leading scorer and rebounder for Villa girls basketball; Lisa Scheper, class of 1976, state championship swim team; and Dennis van Houten (in memoriam), Villa boys golf coach from 1991 through 2008.

Grad aids in shutout

The Thomas More College men's soccer team beat Berea College, 5-0, Oct. 16, in Berea, Ky. to extend its winning streak to five matches. With the win the Saints improve to 12-2 overall and with the loss Berea falls to 2-8-2. Then junior midfielder Mark Uhl gave the Saints a 20 lead when he scored at the 34:37 mark off a double assist from sophomore midfielder Ricky Barria, a Dixie Heights High School graduate, and junior forward Aaron Osborne. As a team Thomas More outshot Berea, 17-3.

This week in volleyball

• Notre Dame Academy beat St. Henry 25-13, 25-22, in Ninth Regionals, Oct. 21. Notre Dame advanced to play Scott Oct. 22. • Scott High School beat Ryle High School 25-23, 2511, Oct. 21, in the Ninth Region Semifinals. Ryle advanced to play Notre Dame Academy, Oct. 22.

This week in soccer

• Simon Kenton girls beat Boone County 4-1, Oct. 20, in the 9th Region semifinal. • Covington Catholic boys beat Campbell County 2-1, Oct. 21. Evan Talkers scored Cov Cath’s two goals. Covington Catholic advances to 11-6-1 with the win.

Grad aids in sweep

The Thomas More College volleyball team swept two matches Oct. 17, in a trimatch in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania as it defeated both host Westminster College and Mount Union College, 3-0. With the sweep the Saints improve to 21-8 overall and with the win over Westminster the Saints improve to 10-1 in the Presidents' Athletic Conference (PAC). Sophomore outside hitter Aimee Ryan, a Notre Dame Academy graduate, had seven kills. In the first match of the day the Saints defeated Westminster by the scores of 25-14, 25-21 and 25-13.

Basketball club

Basketball Club of Kentucky is looking for players for a 3-on-3 basketball tournament 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 31, at Scott High School, 5400 Old Taylor Mill Road, Taylor Mill. The tournament is for grades 3, 4, 5 and 6. The cost is $20 per player, which includes a T-shirt Call Rusty Webster at 859-486-3055. Pre-register your team: bckweb12@yahoo.com.

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Playoff tune-up pending for Beechwood

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Beechwood will face another local district champion in a playoff tune-up in the final week of the regular season. The Tigers secured the Class 1A district title with a 20-8 win over Bellevue on Friday, Oct. 23, and will face Class 2A district champ Newport Central Catholic Friday, Oct. 30. It will be another good test for the Tigers and a chance to extend the current fivegame winning streak. “NewCath will be one of the most physical teams we’ll play all year,” Beechwood coach Noel Rash said. “I think this game helps both teams heading into our postseasons.” In the district championship game, Bellevue jumped out to an early 8-0 lead in sloppy field conditions and held the lead until Beechwood got on the board in the third quarter. Bellevue’s Ricky Buckler scored on a 60-yard touchdown run. It would be Bellevue’s only touchdown on the night. Both teams moved the ball well, but were done in by turnovers. Each team struggled with the quarterback-center exchange and the ball was on the ground much of the night. The teams combined to recover seven opponent’s fumbles. The field conditions were far from perfect, but neither team used that as an excuse for the sloppy play. “It’s not like we haven’t played in those conditions before,” said Bellevue head coach Dave Eckstein, whose team defeated Dayton earlier this year in similar field conditions. “We really had to challenge our guys up front in the second half,” said Rash. “I think we were able to maintain a little longer than Bellevue, and that made the difference.” Beechwood was able to recover fumbles stopping Bellevue drives in the red zone on multiple occasions. By dodging those bullets in each half, the Beechwood defense was able to create opportunities for quarterback Matt Rigdon and the offense. Joe Colosimo’s one-yard touchdown run got Beechwood on the board, but a failed two-point conversion allowed Bellevue to stay on top, 8-6. Then, Rigdon took over. The quarterback atoned for earlier miscues with touchdown runs of 71 and 85 yards to give Beechwood the lead and seal the victory. “Matt’s effort was tremendous,” said Rash. Said Eckstein, “Their

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Beechwood 6-3 5-0 Bellevue 6-3 4-1 Ludlow 5-4 3-2 Brossart 5-4 2-3 Dayton 1-8 1-4 Walton-Verona 1-8 0-5 First-round playoff games: Brossart at Frankfort (7-2, 40), Ludlow at Eminence (6-3, 3-1), Gallatin County (4-5, 2-2) at Bellevue, Trimble County (36, 1-3) at Beechwood.

NCC 4-5 3-0 Lloyd 4-5 1-2 Holy Cross 5-4 2-1 Newport 2-7 0-3 First-round playoff games: Carroll County (5-4, 0-3) at Newport Central Catholic, Owen County (3-6, 1-2) at Holy Cross, Lloyd at Christian Academy-Louisville (7-2, 2-1), Newport at DeSales (6-3, 3-0).

Beechwood running back Joe Colosimo is tripped by Bellevue defenders. quarterback hurt us running the ball.” The defending state champions continued their dominance in district play, but Bellevue appeared closer to closing the gap this season. In the end, Beechwood’s playmakers made the big plays that have helped lead the Tigers to consecutive state titles. “They made fewer mistakes than we did,” said Eckstein, who hopes his team can earn a postseason rematch with Beechwood. Rash is well aware of the possibility of a rematch in a few weeks. He wants his team to continue to improve in all phases of the game, especially in the passing game and on the offensive and defensive lines. The district championship is nice, but the Tigers’ focus is on NewCath and then the playoffs. “We’re excited about the district championship, but there’s not a lot of time to enjoy it during the season,” Rash said. “We have been blessed the last two years to take the season to 15 weeks and we’d like to do that again.” For the defending backto-back state champs, the difficult regular season schedule has prepared them for the next six weeks. What should scare the rest of Class 1A is that Beechwood still has room for improvement and has continued to get better each week. “I think our effort has been outstanding all year,” Rash said. “Now, our kids

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are starting to understand the schemes a lot better. Our team seems to be really coming together and wanting to play hard for each other.”

touchdown. Dixie Heights added a late touchdown to cut the lead to five, but could not recover the onside kick with just over a minute to play.

Highlands 67, Scott 20

Simon Kenton 49, Campbell County 14

With running back Austin Collinsworth out with a thumb injury, the Bluebirds (9-0) used a balanced offensive attack to pile up the points against Scott (2-7). Zach Sowder passed for two touchdowns and ran for one to lead the Eagles. Eight different Bluebirds scored touchdowns. Highlands s c o r e d touchdowns on offense, defense, and s p e c i a l t e a m s . Quarterback Will Bardo returned to action and rushed six times for 71 yards and two scores. The Bluebirds clinched the top seed for the Class 5A playoffs.

Covington Catholic 39, Dixie Heights 34

CovCath (5-4) held off Dixie Heights (4-5) in a shootout to secure the second seed in the Class 5A playoffs. Dixie Heights will be the third seed. CovCath quarterback Brayden Erpenbeck rushed for two fourth quarter touchdowns after Dixie Heights took a 27-26 lead. Erpenbeck rushed for 212 yards and three scores and passed for 224 yards and another score. His counterpart, Ryan Wilson, passed for 373 yards and three scores and rushed for 36 yards and a

The Pioneers completed a perfect district record for the season and an 8-1 overall mark. They will finish the regular season at Scott Oct. 30, then host Butler in a first-round 6A playoff game Nov. 6 or 7. SK had already clinched its first-ever district championship going into the Campbell game, but savored the chance to keep winning. The Pioneers learned their first-round playoff opponent after the weekend’s action. SK will host Louisville Butler Nov. 6 or 7. Against Campbell, Miles Simpson continued to shred district opponents, rushing for 263 yards on 15 carries. He has 1,655 yards on 30 TDs on the season. He had four TD runs in the first half, including an 80-yard jaunt to help Simon to a 42-7 halftime lead. Austin Baldwin had SK’s first touchdown. Chad Lawrence threw a TD pass to Zach Carroll and rushed for 84 yards on eight attempts. Nik Brown also had a TD run and 49 yards overall. Simon had four interceptions, one each by Simpson, Zach Hager, Trey Pinkelton and Jake Schneider.

Holy Cross 34, Newport 14

The Indians (5-4, 2-1) clinched the No. 2 seed in

Holmes 7-2 Harrison Co. 5-4 Pendleton Co. 2-2 Bourbon Co. 4-5 Franklin Co. 1-8

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Highlands 9-0 3-0 CovCath 5-4 2-1 Dixie Heights 4-5 1-2 Scott 2-7 0-3 First-round playoff games: Montgomery County (3-6, 0-3) at Highlands, Woodford County (5-4, 1-2) at Covington Catholic, Dixie Heights at Ashland Blazer (8-1, 2-1), Scott at Johnson Central (5-4, 3-0)

Simon Kenton 8-1 5-0 Ryle 7-2 4-1 Conner 8-2 3-2 Boone Co. 3-6 2-3 Campbell Co. 3-6 1-4 Cooper 2-7 0-5 First-round playoff games: Butler (6-3, 0-3) at Simon Kenton, Pleasure Ridge Park (3-6, 1-2) at Ryle, Conner at DuPont Manual (4-5, 2-1), Boone County at St. Xavier (81, 3-0) the local Class 2A district. Holy Cross will host Owen County in a first-round playoff game, probably Saturday, Nov. 7, at Holmes. HC will end the regular season by taking about a 240-mile trip to Shadyside in eastern Ohio Oct. 31. Markel Walker rushed for 120 yards and three touchdowns to lead the Indians. His first two scores helped HC to a 21-0 lead. Walker later threw a 53yard TD pass to Kyle Fuller. Walker cracked the 1,000yard mark in the game. He will enter the finale with 992 passing yards, just eight away from the millennium mark there as well. Brayson Smith had a TD run for Holy Cross as well and 56 yards. Andy Roenker added 46 yards on eight attempts. Walker and Paul Rafizadeh had interceptions.

Colonels advance to state tourney By James Weber jweber@nky.com

Evan Talkers has had a busy fall, balancing his duties as leading scorer for the Covington Catholic soccer team and placekicker for the football team. The sophomore will keep both jobs for another week, as the Colonels advanced to the sectionals (round of 16) in soccer after beating Scott 1-0. They were set to play Montgomery County in the state quarterfinals Oct. 28. The winner of the latter game goes

to Georgetown College for the state semifinals. Nov. 4. CovCath made the sectional round for the first time in two years. “I love the team spirit,” Talkers said. “We all play for each other and we’re all working hard, trying to win. We have a great team filled with great people.” Talkers led CovCath (13-6-1) with 18 goals, including both in a 2-1 win over Campbell County in the 10th Region semifinals. Senior Michael Huffmyer notched his 18th assist in the Campbell game, break-

ing the school single-season record. “Evan is a workhorse,” said CovCath head coach Al Hertsenberg. “He doesn’t give up, neither does Huffy (Huffmyer).” CovCath has allowed just one goal per game and posted 10 shutouts. Four of the Colonels’ losses were to Cincinnati schools. “This year we’ve tried to get in a rhythm with possession and going from possession to attack,” Hertsenberg said. “We’re better at that then we were last year.”

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Campbell County senior Alexx Bernard and Covington Catholic’s Evan Talkers battle for the ball in the second half of CovCath’s 2-1 win in the 10th Region semifinals Oct. 21.

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NDA team aims for state volleyball title By James Weber jweber@nky.com

She was barely walking the last time Notre Dame won a state volleyball title, but Liz Barton knew the year: 1994. Barton and the Pandas are hoping to end that cold spell this weekend at Northern Kentucky Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Regents Hall. NDA (30-8) is in the state tourney for the third straight year after beating Scott in the Ninth Region final, 25-15, 25-14, Oct. 24 at Ryle. NDA will play Green

County 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at NKU. The final three rounds are Saturday, Oct. 31. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was awesome,â&#x20AC;? said Barton, a senior. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve won the last two titles and we really wanted to bring it back. We had a slow start to the end of our season, and after districts, we just brought our â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; game to regional.â&#x20AC;? Barton was named the regional tournamentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most valuable player and was joined on the all-tournament team by senior middle blocker Jaimie Wulfeck, senior libero Leslie Schellhaas and senior setter Brooke

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Jones. Louisville teams have won the last 14 state titles, 12 of them going to Assumption, who lost to Sacred Heart in the Seventh Region final. SHA and 2008 state champ Mercy are the Louisville representatives in the tourney. NDA beat both teams in tight five-game thrillers a month ago. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re tough competition, and I think we have a good chance of winning it this year,â&#x20AC;? Barton said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That would be the best thing to end our senior year with.â&#x20AC;? Scott finished 37-4 and reached the regional final for the first time in team history. Juniors Lauren Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Conner and Lauren Tibbs, and sophomore Taylor Stinson were all-tourney picks. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really accomplished what we wanted to, winning September Slam, the Cake Classic and districts back to back,â&#x20AC;? Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Conner said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had a good season all around. Next year we can win region if we can just keep improving.â&#x20AC;? Scott head coach Andrea Sullivan, a former Eagle

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10:30 a.m., Mercy vs. Blazer; 11:45 a.m., South Laurel vs. Marshall Co.; 1 p.m., Notre Dame vs. Green Co.; 2:15 p.m. Dunbar vs. Letcher Co. Central; 3:30 p.m. Newport Central Catholic vs. Apollo; 4:45 p.m., Caldwell Co. vs. Oldham Co.; 6 p.m., Southwestern vs. Allen Central; 7:15 p.m., Sacred Heart vs. Greenwood.

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Notre Dame senior Megan Berberich (right) chases the ball during NDAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1-0 win over Newport Central Catholic in a 10th Region semifinal Oct. 19. The Pandas beat Highlands in the regional to advance to the state tournament beginning Oct. 27.

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Quarterfinals: 9, 10:15 a.m. (NDA), 11:30 a.m. (NCC) and 12:45 p.m. Semifinals: 2 (NDA) and 3:15 (NCC) p.m. Final: 7:30 p.m. volleyball player herself, hopes the experience is a springboard for next year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tonight I looked up in the stands and saw a lot of old Scott volleyball players that I played with and others that played in the program,â&#x20AC;? Sullivan said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was neat because a lot of people came out to see them do something that we never got a chance to do.

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Villa Madonna senior Zach Steinkoenig (right) tries to disrupt a Ryle opponent during VMAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2-1 loss in the Ninth Region semifinals Oct. 20.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ryle is a big physical team, they just wore us down in the end,â&#x20AC;? Albrinck said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The boys fought as hard as they could and they were able to eke out a goal in the end and take it from us. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re never really happy with a loss, but the boys have had a great season.â&#x20AC;? VMA started 1-6-3 but finished 5-3-2. The season included some competitive losses with bigger schools. VMA beat Calvary Christian 4-2 in the 18th District semifinals to advance to the regional after tying Calvary 1-1 Sept. 1. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Throughout the course of the year, things started to come together,â&#x20AC;? Albrinck said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The competition we played was huge. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never played at this level before - the teams prepared us for a run like this.â&#x20AC;? Junior Andrew McLean led the team with 16 goals. The team had four seniors Chris Cahourn, Zach Steinkoenig, Alex Schmitt and Alexander VanMelle. Schmitt, the goalkeeper, had four shutouts for the year and made several tough saves against Ryle. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ask for a better team,â&#x20AC;? Albrinck said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They bought into the program and worked hard. Schmitt is one of the senior leaders. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one of the top players in the region.â&#x20AC;?

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Should local governments consider consolidating services to save costs? If so, which services? “Consolidating services should be considered but money cannot be the only factor when determining whether services should or should not be merged. It is equally important that taxpayers are able to receive equally, if not more efficient, service.” J.H. “Local governments should consider consolidating, but only if there will be a ‘real’ savings/benefit to the entities involved over a long time. If it’s a band-aid fix, revising budgets might be the better alternative.” Florence “Yes! Consolidate as much as possible. Across department lines, municipality lines, county lines and state lines. Every time a consolidation is done, one chief offi-

Next question: What is the scariest movie you’ve seen? The scariest movie villain? What made them so scary? Send your response to kynews@communitypress.com with “chatroom” in the subject line. cer is unnecessary. Many other duplications may also be saved. We have too many municipalities, school districts and duplication of services is prolific.” G.G. “I’m tempted to answer this question the way a certain candidate for high office answered Rick Warren’s question last year about when does life begin, regarding abortion: ‘Uh, yo, that’s above my paygrade.’ Still, the idea does have merit. Perhaps combining police and fire services could work, but you have to remember that it will result in some jobs lost; I don’t want to be responsible for anyone losing their livelihood.” Bill B.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Resist net neutrality regulations

This week, the Federal Communications Commission is diving into a debate on an issue that could negatively impact the future of the Internet. These meetings about so-called net neutrality regulations are taking place in Washington, D.C., but their ramifications will be felt across the commonwealth if the FCC is successful in putting onerous new rules on the Internet. At the Kentucky Chamber, we have two main concerns about net neutrality. First, we are concerned that the FCC could stifle investment in the wired and wireless broadband networks that make the Internet accessible. Providers across Kentucky are pumping significant capital into enhancing and expanding their broadband networks. Consumers and business owners benefit from those investments and we do not want to see the FCC putting unnecessary new rules in place that could jeopardize future investment.

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Fall color was a bit premature Question: My Bradford Pear tree usually doesn’t get its fall color until November, but this year it turned pretty in early September, and now it’s losing its leaves already, and some branches seem to be dying. Is this a disease, or is it just due to our strange weather this year? Answer : The callery pears, including the cultivars, Bradford, Aristocrat, Cleveland Select and others, all have similar problems, including bacterial fireblight, which blackens leaves and kills branch tips. But this year, along with some cases of fireblight, there have been several cases such as you describe, where the trees have premature fall color, followed by defoliation and branch death. Immature fruits may shrivel. Many times, when young trees initially exhibit these symptoms, they are found to have synthetic (plastic) burlap or natural jute burlap treated to retard decay and/or plastic twine surrounding the root ball. Failure to remove such treated and synthetic burlap at planting time prevents the root systems from growing out of the original root ball. At the same time it prevents movement of water into the root zone for use by the plant. Like synthetic burlap, plastic twine must also be removed for the long term vitality of the plant. Failure to do so results in girdling of the trunk and structural roots. Established trees that have been in the landscape for over a decade also were affected. They often show significant lichen growth on the trunk and terminal

bud scale scars, indicating minimal shoot growth over the previous five plus years. While lichens are not harmful to plants, they Mike Klahr are an excellent Community visual of a tree’s Trees Recorder vitality. that grow slowcolumnist ly are unable to slough off these organisms as new bark is formed. There have been some claims that the decline of mature pear trees this year was the direct result of drought-induced failure of graft unions. No such failures have been observed. Bradford is one of the more drought tolerant plants in the landscape and has been in production for decades without reports of graft incompatibility. Instead, excavation of the roots and lower portion of the trunk on declining trees often shows vascular streaking of the xylem tissue under the bark. Samples submitted to the UK Plant Diagnostic Laboratory from trees such as yours confirmed Phytophthora root rot. Phytophthora is associated with periods of high precipitation and poorly drained soils. It has been a common diagnosis on other species in recent weeks and is attributed to the wetter than normal growing season. Phytophthora root rot is a common, opportunistic disease that kills plants that have been subjected to a series of other stressing factors. Over the previ-

ous few years these plants have appeared relatively healthy and have been able to tolerate low levels of infection. Only when soil remained saturated for extended periods did it become acute. Since it is usually associated with other stressing factors the best recommendation is to match the plant to the site and provide the best cultural conditions possible. These include: (1) Make sure that plants are not planted too deep; (2) Remove all synthetic materials surrounding the root ball. Even natural jute burlap should be pulled back from the root ball and removed from the top and sides; (3) Dig wide planting holes; (4) Do not amend backfill soil with peat moss, compost, or “good soil”; (5) Loosen the soil at the edge of the root ball so that there will not be a distinct interface. Changes in soil texture prevent movement of water between the soil and the root ball; (6) Check the root ball frequently for moisture. Checking soil away from the roots is not a good indicator of moisture available to the roots. Roots of newly established plants should not be allowed to become excessively dry, even for a short time; (7) Replacement trees should be sited away from areas that remain wet. Consider redirecting drain spouts away from trees; and (8) Irrigate young trees during dry periods. Established trees should be irrigated with 1 to 1.5 inches of water no more frequently than once a week. Turf should be on a different irrigation system than landscape plants. Mike Klahr is the Boone County Extension Agent for Horticulture.

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Fifth grade teachers, Olivia Kuhlman, David Phillips and Clark Horine, show off their newly colored hair to the students at R.C. Hinsdale School. Top-sellers in the Edgewood school's fundraiser spraypainted several teachers' hair as a reward for their efforts, while the rest of the student body watched. PROVIDED

Congress striving to improve breast cancer education and treatment Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women, aside from skin cancer. It is estimated that 192,370 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2009. In Kentucky, there were 3,624 reported cases in 2007, according to the most recent data from the Kentucky Cancer Registry. The widespread and pervasive nature of breast cancer means that most of us have been or will someday be touched by the disease. We owe it to our mothers, sisters, daughters, and ourselves to improve access to the resources needed to detect the disease early and to obtain proper treatment. In recognition of October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I would like to update you on Congress' work to improve breast cancer education and patient treatment options. In 2007, Congress reauthorized the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Pro-

gram (NBCCEDP) through fiscal year 2012 to provide access to critical screening services for underserved women in the United U.S. Rep. States. Since Geoff Davis 1991, the NBChas Community CEDP screened more Recorder than 2.9 million guest women and columnist diagnosed more than 29,000 cases of breast cancer. We also passed a bill in 2007 to allow the U.S. Postal Service to continue issuing the special postal stamp that contributes funding for breast cancer research for another four years. Since its inception in 1998, the Breast Cancer Research Stamp alone has raised over $59.5 million for research to improve detection, treatment and

in pursuit of a cure. Although breast cancer in women under forty years of age is rare, it can be very aggressive and is less likely to be detected early. In an effort to give young women the tools they need to prevent and fight this disease, I am a co-sponsor of the Breast Cancer Education and Awareness Requires Learning Young (EARLY) Act (H.R. 1740). If it became law, the EARLY Act would implement a national education campaign to increase awareness in young women of the threats posed by breast cancer. In addition to helping young women identify the specific threats and warning signs of breast cancer that lead to early diagnosis, the legislation would also teach important prevention efforts that women can use to reduce their risks. One issue I hear about on a regular basis from constituents is insurance companies that only cover what is often referred to as

a “drive-thru” mastectomy. I am a co-sponsor of the Breast Cancer Patient Protection Act (H.R. 1691) to put this bad practice to an end by requiring health insurance plans to cover a minimum forty-eight-hour hospital stay for mastectomies, lumpectomies, and lymph node dissection for the treatment of cancer. Doctors and their patients should have the final say in how long a patient should be hospitalized following surgery. For months, Congress has been debating the right way to reform our health care system. The broad bipartisan support behind the proposals described above demonstrates what can be done when we focus on commonsense solutions. To be successful, health care reform must increase choice, improve access and reduce cost. In addition, it must protect the doctor-patient relationship as the focal point for health care deci-

sions. Another reform measure most Americans and their representatives in Congress agree on is preventing the denial of coverage for pre-existing conditions, like breast cancer. Today, there are approximately 2.5 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. With more efforts put toward education, early detection programs and health insurance reform, we can make sure the incidence of breast cancer decreases and the number of survivors continues to grow. As a husband and the father of four daughters, I am committed to continuing to support and champion legislation that will help those who are fighting this disease. You can read more about the health care debate and proposed solutions by visiting http://GeoffDavis.house.gov/healthcare. Congressman Geoff Davis represents Kentucky’s Fourth District

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Friends Traci Punch Alexander and Lisa Berger Pilger recently opened Bunches of Bows and As You Like It, a gift shop in Fort Wright specializing in handmade, homemade and personalized gifts.

Ft. Wright Shop specializes in unique, handmade gifts By Regan Coomer rcoomer@nky.com

Personalize hair bows, dinner ware, headbands, stationary and more - all as you like it at a new business just opened in Fort Wright. Bunches of Bows and As You Like It opened Oct. 15 on 3420 Valley Plaza Parkway. The shop belongs to two longtime friends who are happy to share their hobbies with the community. Fort Mitchell resident and co-owner Lisa Berger Pilger uses her graphic design skills to create and personalize stationary with hand-tied bows as well as paint acrylic items such as a serving tray, wine glasses, jewelry boxes and more. “People want unique items and gifts you can’t find everywhere else and we’re the place to find them,” Pilger said. Co-owner Traci Punch Alexander, of Lakeside Park, has been handmaking hair bows in all shapes, colors, sizes and materials for 18 years. When Alexander’s daughter was little, she had a hard time finding hair bows to match her daughter’s outfits. “So I started making them and then other people asked me where I got them and it’s grown into this,” she said, gesturing to a wall full of hair bows ranging in price from $2 to $15 for monogrammed bows. Alexander said she has matched bows for volleyball

teams, holiday outfits or an entire school year of clothing. The friends and co-owners have made a point to keep everything in their store reasonably priced – none of Pilger’s acrylics are over $30. “It makes customers appreciate that you appreciate their pocketbook,” Alexander said. Besides their own creations, the shop also carries handmade items such as candles and cards made locally as well as fresh, homemade baked goods. For lovers of Vera Bradley and Lily Pulitzer, the shop carries travel mugs, head bands and key fobs all made with official Vera Bradley and Lily Pulitzer material. “I know we’re the only people who carry them,” Alexander said. To make time for the owners to personalize or monogram your gift, Alexander and Pilger ask for a week’s notice. “We love interacting with people. So many of our friends stop in to say hello. That is the most fun being able to visit with the people who shop in the store,” Alexander said. Bunches of Bows and As You Like It is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday and Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. For more information, call 331-4222.

THINGS TO DO Haunted hayride

Experience one of the area’s scariest hayrides at Sandyland Acres this Halloween weekend, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 30-31, from 8 p.m. to midnight. On Halloween, Oct. 31, Sandyland Acres will host a costume contest at 9 p.m. for ages 18 and over. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three participants. Hayrides are $10 per person. For more information, call 322-0516 or visit www.sandylandacres.com. Sandyland Acres is located at 4172 Belleview Road in Petersburg.

Trick or Treat

Get an early start on trick or treating this Saturday, Oct. 31, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Crestview Hills Town Center. The town center’s retailers

and restaurants will be handing out candy to all the costumed trick or treaters. Call 341-4353 or visit www.shopcrestviewhillstowncenter.com.

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Hear the tale of the “Ghosts of Pirate Cove” at the Newport Aquarium from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Sunday, Nov. 1. During the event, meet Cap’n Dubloon, the pirate’s commanding leader, and watch pirates battle for treasure during an underwater sword fight. For more information, call 261-7444 or visit www.newportaquarium.com.

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Jesyka Lawrence, 19, is a huge fan of Lucille Ball and a produce manger at Save-a-Lot in Independence. Lawrence was also recently diagnosed with Tourette syndrome. Lawrence hopes to share her story to educate a community not so familiar with her disorder.

Teen uses her humor to combat Tourette’s By Regan Coomer rcoomer@nky.com

Jesyka Lawrence, 19, has big plans to be the next actress/comedian like her heroines Whoopi Goldberg, Lucille Ball and Ellen DeGeneres. The Dixie High School graduate also has Tourette syndrome (TS). Jesyka was diagnosed in July with the disorder, which is usually caught by doctors before puberty. “It’s harder to do things. If I go to Walmart or go to a restaurant people stare at me and make comments,” said Jesyka, whose shirt read “It’s a Tourette’s Thing - You Wouldn’t Understand.” “A lot of people are cool with it. Some people are downright cruel,” Lawrence said frankly. TS is a neurological disorder characterized by repetitive, involuntary movements and vocalizations called tics. Jesyka, who works at the Independence Save-A-Lot on Richardson Road, said it’s common for customers or even people out in the community

to tell her to stop doing her tics or that she doesn’t have TS. At first, Jesyka was having tics every two or three seconds. Recently, she has switched to new medicine, which gives her as many as a few minutes in between tics. “It’s one of those things that are made fun of a lot in movies. People either don’t think it’s real or that it’s a real disability. You don’t see people making fun of people with Down syndrome or autism, but if you have Tourette’s it’s different,” Jesyka said. Jesyka said many people suffering from TS avoid public places. But she’s done her best to deal with her disability with humor. “I’ll wave at people when they stare at me,” she said, adding she’s especially good at getting doctors to see life’s lighter side. “I’m able to make them laugh – even the ones who act like they’ve never cracked a smile in their 500 years.” The teen also refuses to draw disability from the government – in just three months she was promoted from

a cashier to a produce manager at her job. “I’m able-bodied, I’m able-minded – for the most part,” Jesyka laughed. “I’m not going to mooch just because I can.” Jeyska’s mother Missie Lawrence hopes to create a local support group for those suffering from TS as well as their friends and family members. “I want to organize things so people who have Tourette’s are not afraid to go out in public,” she said. “Obviously people don’t know that much about it for so many people to be rude.” Missie eventually plans to launch a Web site with information about the support group. “I’m just trying to be positive. Turn something not so happy into something happy,” she said. As for Jesyka, she’s looking forward to her future. “You can’t let the man get you down,” she said with a laugh. “Life is for living. If you’re inside, you might as well just not be here.”

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COMMUNITY DANCE

Boomers Dance Club, 8 p.m. Shimmers, 1939 Dixie Highway. Dance music of 1970s90s. Ages 30 and up. $12, $10 members. Presented by Boomers’ Dance Club. Through Dec. 4. 291-0227. Fort Wright.

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Kinman Farms Fall Festival, 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Kinman Farms, 4175 Burlington Pike. Hayrides, corn maze, concessions, pony rides, bonfires, picnic shelter area and fall decor. $7. 689-2682; www.kinmanfarmsfallfest.com. Boone County. SugoiCon, 3 p.m.-2 a.m. Drawbridge Inn Hotel, 2477 Royal Drive. Celebration of Japanese anime, manga, and pop culture that features voice actors, directors, artists, and musical guests. Includes concerts. Browse dealers’ room, participate in workshops and panels led by guests. Gaming and DDR rooms available. Family friendly. $40 full weekend, $25 one day pass. Registration required. Presented by Southwestern Ohio Regional Animation. Through Nov. 1. 341-2800; www.sugoicon.org. Fort Mitchell.

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Fish Fry, 4:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Knights of Columbus No. 3908, Father Bealer Council, 605 Lytle Ave. Includes fish, shrimp, chicken, hamburgers, hot dogs and sides. Drinks available. Carryout available. Benefits charities of Knights of Columbus No. 3908. $1.25-$7. Presented by Knights of Columbus No. 3908, Father Bealer Council. 3426643. Elsmere.

Newport is Haunted: Gangsters, Gamblers and Ghosts Walking Tour, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Newport Syndicate, 18 E. Fifth St. Tour highlights major haunts and disturbing happenings from Northern Kentucky’s past. Stories about public hangings, crimes of century and numerous gangster deaths. Tours leave every half hour. Call for available times. $20, $15 students. Reservations recommended, available online. 888-269-9439; www.newportishaunted.com. Newport. 96.5 Rock Halloween Party, 7 p.m. Madison Theater, 730 Madison Ave. Dress up in full costume. With Pilot Around The Stars, Our Rising, Faceblind, Horseshoes and Handgrenades, In Rage, Illshot, Life After Liftoff and 8Kount. $10. 491-2444; www.madisontheateronline.com. Covington.

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The Gourmet Strip: Dining, Entertainment and Gambling, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. BehringerCrawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road. Celebrate this mystical stretch of Dixie Highway from Covington through Florence that was know for its dining establishments such as the White Horse Tavern and Greyhound Grill and illegal gambling. $7, $6 ages 60 and up, $4 ages 3-17, members free. 4914003; www.bcmuseum.org. Covington. S A T U R D A Y, O C T . 3 1

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Crossbow Halloween Party, 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Crossbow Tavern and Dance Club, 2477 Royal Dr. Decorations and costume contest at midnight with prizes. Music by DJ Doug. Ages 21 and up. Free. 845-341-2800; www.drawbridgeinn.com/crossbow. Fort Mitchell. Halloween Bash, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Shimmers, 1939 Dixie Highway. With Chaselounge and Sweet Ray Laurel. Cover includes “all you can drink.” Costume contest. Ages 21 and up. $15. 426-0490. Fort Wright.

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Sunrock Farm Pumpkin Patch Tours, 3:30 p.m. Sunrock Farm, 103 Gibson Lane. Animal fun and hayride to pumpkin field to pick and purchase pumpkin. $10 two-hour tour, $6 one-hour tour; free under age 1. Reservations required. 781-5502; www.sunrockfarm.org. Wilder. USS Nightmare, 7 p.m.-1 a.m. BB Riverboats Newport Landing, 101 Riverboat Row. Fortyminute tour of haunted boat. Three levels and more than 40 horrifying areas. Nightmare Landing, family-fun center with enclosed waiting area. RIP express tickets “skip the line.” Not recommended for children. Ages 10 and under with adult. Family friendly. $60 RIP express, $48 four pack; $20 RIP, $16 single. Presented by USS Nightmare. 261-8500; www.ussnightmare.com. Newport. Haunted Hayride, 8 p.m.-midnight, Sandyland Acres, 4172 Belleview Road. $10; free ages 5 and under. 322-0516; www.sandylandacres.com. Petersburg. Totter’s Pumpkin Patch, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Totter’s Otterville, 4314 Boron Drive, Trolley Station. Ride on Pumpkin Express to Totter’s pumpkin patch to select pumpkin. Includes pumpkin decorating station. Weather permitting. $9.95 ages 9 months and up, free for adults. 491-1441. Latonia. Ghost Stories by the camp fire, 5:30 p.m.6 p.m. Totter’s Otterville, 4314 Boron Drive. Non-scary story telling around outdoor fire pit. Marshmallow roast follows. Prizes for best costume. Included with admission: $7.95 ages 9 months and up, free for adults. 491-1441. Latonia. Halloween Party, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. KJ’s Pub, 2379 Buttermilk Crossing, Costumes and prizes. Music by DJ. Free. 344-1413. Crescent Springs. Petersburg Ghost Walk, 6 p.m. Chapin Memorial Library, 6517 Market Street. Walk through old river town to hear interesting stories of Petersburg’s past. Parental supervision required. Free. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 3422665; www.bcpl.org. Petersburg.

Appalachian Culture Series, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Storytelling with Gateway employee Marlene Jump and quilting with Joan Peoples. Reservations required. Gateway Community and Technical College Edgewood Campus, 790 Thomas Moore Parkway, Student Services Center, Room E101. Free. 4421179. Edgewood.

FARMERS MARKET

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. 292-2163. 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

Kinman Farms Fall Festival, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Kinman Farms, $7. 689-2682; www.kinmanfarmsfallfest.com. Boone County. SugoiCon, 8 a.m.-2 a.m. Masquerade and dance. Drawbridge Inn Hotel, $40 full weekend, $25 one day pass; $30 if registration postmarked by Oct. 5. Registration required. 341-2800; www.sugoicon.org. Fort Mitchell. Family Harvest Festival, 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Community Family Church, 11875 Taylor Mill Road. Candy trail for children, carnival games, inflatable, hayrides, face painting, silent auction, vendors, chili cook off, motorcycle and car show, entertainment and fireworks. Food and drinks available. For ages 17 and under not admitted without adult. One canned food item. 356-8851, ext. 108. Independence.

FOOD & DRINK

Ghoulish Tea Tasting and Tea Leaf Readings, noon-2 p.m. Kentucky Haus Artisan Center, 411 E. 10th St. Have a cup of Elmwood Inn Fine Tea or Numi Flowering Tea and enjoy a tea leaf reading by Peggie Brunyate, shop manager. Free. 261-4287. Newport.

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HOLIDAY - HALLOWEEN

Pumpkin Days on the Farm, noon-6 p.m. Benton Farms, 11946 Old Lexington Pike. Hayride, barnyard animals, corn maze, cow milking and sheep shearing demonstrations. $7, free ages 3 and under. 485-7000. Walton. USS Nightmare, 7 p.m.-1 a.m. BB Riverboats Newport Landing, $60 RIP express, $48 four pack; $20 RIP, $16 single. 261-8500; www.ussnightmare.com. Newport. Halloween Party, 10 p.m. Costume contest. Music by Motion Sick Love Slaves. Peecox, 635 Donaldson Highway. 342-7000. Erlanger. Halloween Party, 10 p.m. With Saving Stimpy. Jayden’s Bar & Grill, 7899 Dream St. $5. 3714444. Florence. Halloween Party, 8:30 p.m. Madison Theater, 730 Madison Ave. Costume contest and prizes. Music by the Chili Dogs, Sidewinder, Crosstown Traffic and 16 South. $10. 4912444. Covington. Route 8 Roadhouse Bash, 6 p.m.-2 a.m. Route 8 Roadhouse, 300 Melbourne Ave. Halloween, anniversary and birthday party. Music, costume prizes and drink specials. Includes free barbecue and fixings, pool, darts, cornhole, horseshoes and more. Ages 21 and up. Free. Reservations recommended. 850-781-6433; www.route8roadhouse.com. Melbourne. Halloween Family Style, 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Lazer Kraze Erlanger, 1335 Donaldson Hwy. Crafts, spooky child-friendly entertainment and games. Includes admission to “Zero Gravity” inflatables. Costume contest 2 p.m. for ages 12 and under. Socks and waiver signed by own parent/guardian required if under 18. Family friendly. $8. Reservations recommended. 371-5729; www.lazerkraze.com. Florence. Monster’s Ball, 8 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Newport Syndicate, 18 E. Fifth St. Music, food and a cash bar. Costume contest with prizes. Benefits Global Service Learning. Ages 21 and up. $20. Presented by Newport Historical Walking Tours. 491-8000; www.newportgangsters.com. Newport. Zombie Crawl, 6 p.m.-midnight, Molly Malone’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 112 E. Fourth St. Costume-themed tour of Covington’s hot spots. Begins at Molly Malones 6-7 p.m. with makeup artists available. Includes B-Movie Bash at Leapin’ Lizard Gallery. Presented by City of Covington. www.covingtonarts.com. Covington. S U N D A Y, N O V. 1

BENEFITS

Empty Bowls, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center, 620 Greenup St. Eat dinner using self selected handmade pottery bowl. Silent auction, bargain table, bowl decorating, pottery demonstrations and entertainment. Benefits Kid’s Cafe of Freestore Foodbank. $20, $5 ages 10 and under; $3 valet. Registration required. 635-5599; www.clayalliance.org. Covington.

FESTIVALS

SugoiCon, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Drawbridge Inn Hotel, $40 full weekend, $25 one day pass. Registration required. 341-2800; www.sugoicon.org. Fort Mitchell.

FILMS

Global Film Series, 4 p.m. “Mutum.” Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center, 1028 Scott Blvd. Cincinnati World Cinema series with mix of comedy, romance, drama and suspense, through lens of other cultures. $11, $9 ETA and WVXU members and students, combo packages available; $12 Sunday Double Feature. Through Dec. 2. 877548-3237; www.cincyworldcinema.org. Covington.

PROVIDED

Listen to stories about the area’s ghosts and haunted locations during the Ride the Ducks’ haunted tour. The 60-minute tour will be available through Sunday, Nov. 1. Tours depart from Third Street at Newport on the Levee and will consist of approximately 15 minutes on the water and 45 minutes on the streets of Newport and downtown Cincinnati. For more information, visit newportducks.com or call 815-1439.

HOLIDAY - HALLOWEEN

USS Nightmare, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. BB Riverboats Newport Landing, $60 RIP express, $48 four pack; $20 RIP, $16 single. 261-8500; www.ussnightmare.com. Newport.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Classical Revolution, 9 p.m. Mad Hatter, 620 Scott Blvd., front room. Chamber musicians collaborate with local artists from various styles and backgrounds. Free. 291-2233. Covington. M O N D A Y, N O V. 2

DANCE CLASSES Beginner Square Dance Class, 7:30 p.m. Promenade Palace, 3630 Decoursey Pike. Casual dress. Smooth-soled shoes required. $4. 513-929-2427. Covington. KARAOKE

AND OPEN MIC Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. The Avenue Lounge, 411 Madison Ave. With DJ Will Corson. Ages 21 and up. 261-6120. Covington.

ON STAGE - COMEDY

In Haus Comedy Night, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Bean Haus, 640 Main St. Local comedians perform. Free. 432-2326; www.beanhaus.com. Covington. T U E S D A Y, N O V. 3

ART EXHIBITS L’Art de la Joaillerie, The Art of Jewelry, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Eva G. Farris Gallery at Thomas More College, 341-5800. Crestview Hills. 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.

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Hex Squares, 7 p.m. Promenade Palace, 3630 Decoursey Pike. Western square dance club specializing in hexagon style for experienced dancers. $5. 513-929-2427. Covington.

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ART CENTERS & ART MUSEUMS

Artists’ Harvest, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Passionate Arts Center, Free. 393-8358. Covington.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Boone County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Boone County Farmers Market, 5866101. Burlington.

Friendly Steppers, 8 p.m. Promenade Palace, 3630 Decoursey Pike. Mainstream and plus level square dance club for experienced square dancers. $5. 513-929-2427. Covington.

FILMS

COMMUNITY DANCE

FARMERS MARKET

Movie Night, 6 p.m. “The Godfather Part III.” Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike. Free. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 342-2665. Burlington. Global Film Series, 7:30 p.m. “Mutum.” Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center, $11, $9 ETA and WVXU members and students, combo packages available; $12 Sunday Double Feature. 877-548-3237; www.cincyworldcinema.org. Covington.

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. $5.513-290-9022. Covington.

MUSEUMS

The Gourmet Strip: Dining, Entertainment and Gambling, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. BehringerCrawford Museum, $7, $6 ages 60 and up, $4 ages 3-17, members free. 491-4003; www.bcmuseum.org. Covington.

MUSIC - BLUES

Ricky Nye, 7:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m. With pianist Lluis Coloma of Barcelona, Spain. Chez Nora, Free. 491-8027. Covington.

SPORTS-REGISTRATIONS

Equestrian Drill Team Informational Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Kenton County Cooperative Extension Service, 10990 Marshall Road. Information on Wranglers team for those interested in riding, competing and performing with group of friends. Ages 9-19 who live of go to school in Kenton County. Basic skills required. Free. 866-0920. Covington.

FILMS

Global Film Series, 7:30 p.m. “Zift.” Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center, $11, $9 ETA and WVXU members and students, combo packages available; $12 Sunday Double Feature. 877-548-3237; www.cincyworldcinema.org. Covington.

KARAOKE AND OPEN MIC Family Karaoke Night with DJ Mystic, 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Mahogany’s Coffee House and Bar, 3715 Winston Ave. Free. 261-1029; mahoganyslive.com. Latonia.

MUSEUMS

The Gourmet Strip: Dining, Entertainment and Gambling, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. BehringerCrawford Museum, $7, $6 ages 60 and up, $4 ages 3-17, members free. 491-4003; www.bcmuseum.org. Covington.

MUSIC - BLUEGRASS

Northern Kentucky Bluegrass Band, 9 p.m.-midnight, Zola, 626 Main St. 2617510. Covington.

RECREATION

PROVIDED See swashbuckling pirates at the Newport Aquarium’s “Ghosts of Pirate Cove,” through Sunday, Nov. 1. See the swordfighting pirates, underwater pumpkin carving and more. The release of the film, “Planet 51,” with games and prizes, is from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31. Four kids (ages of 2-12 years old) get in for $5 each with every adult paying full price when they wear their Halloween costume. Adult admission is $20. Visit www.newportaquarium.com or call 859-261-7444.

Scrabble Rama!, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Bean Haus, 640 Main St. Scrabble tournament; prizes. 431-2326; www.beanhaus.com. Covington. 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.

PROVIDED Shaolin Warriors – the Kung Fu masters of China – bring their skill, movement and imagery for a family-friendly event at 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, at Music Hall. The event will feature the Kung Fu masters in a choreographed theatrical performance, showing synchronized fighting rituals. Tickets are $25-$40. Call 513-621-2787 or visit www.cincinnatiarts.org.

Life

October 29, 2009

Community Recorder

Are there any saints around anymore?

Nov. 1 is the day several Christian churches celebrate the feast of All Saints. “Saint,” a familiar word that’s taken on unfamiliar meanings. Today “saint” can be the name of a football team, a jazz song (”When the Saints Come Marching In”), many cities (St. Louis, St. Petersburg, etc.) or a goody-twoshoes. So we must ask, “What’s a saint?” A cynic might respond, “A saint is someone who lived a long time ago whose life has never been adequately researched.” The implication is that if you looked hard enough into a saint’s life, sooner or later you’d find he or she had clay feet. And a real saint would be the first to admit it. It’s only conventional wisdom that thinks they don’t. People labeled “saint” are put on a pedestal. Later, if any human

frailty shows up in their lives, we push them off their pedestal and bury them beneath the rubble of disappointment and disillusionment. Do this enough times, and we who push them down become cynical. We conclude there are no saints and no one worthy of a moral pedestal or imitation. Time and reflection, however, can clarify things. We understand better now what it means to be a saint. Every ordinary human personality can be depicted as having an inner teeter-totter. Piled on one end are the vices, selfishness, evil tendencies and darkness of that person’s life. Stacked on the other end are the brightness, virtues, love and compassion of which we are capable. The fulcrum, or center point, is the whole (holy) place represent-

ing the site of a person’s struggles and choices. Saints – as they live out their lives the best they can – strive to stand on the fulcrum in utter honesty and understanding of themselves. They don’t compare themselves to others. They don’t judge others against the measure of themselves. They just try to relate to others and the world in a way they believe their Maker created them to do. They struggle to know and then to discipline and control their darkness and vices – while they struggle to give expression to the light and love within them with the help of God’s grace. We must hide our dark side from society in general, but we must never try to hide it from ourselves. While doing good, we must acknowledge to ourselves our own demons as we do battle with them.

When we speak of sainthood today, we speak of it in its truest sense as a full-blooded embracing of our own humanity, not a false veneer of pseudo-goodness. Trying to appear better than we are prevents our becoming what we can be. When I was a youth I looked at saints in a very different way. Most of the canonized saints seemed to belong to religious orders, the clergy, or were people who wrought miracles and had followers. Today I imagine the saints to especially be among the humble and honest people, those who rise wearily and go off to ordinary and routine labor to support their families. They sacrifice creature comforts, narcissistic interests, and personal agendas in behalf of larger values. We do not usually accord these

common people hero or saint status, bur their acts renew the world each day as a place of enduring value. As Dr. James Hollis says, “We Father Lou are all, every Guntzelman day, faced with death, depresPerspectives sion and despair. Whoever rises to do what must be done, does a deed for us all.” Of such is the kingdom of heaven. 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.

Beware of the dinosaur hunter scam circulating Phony check scams are alive and well these days as scammers continue to try to steal your money. The latest deception preys on people who are trying to rent an apartment or house. Shelly Fast said she came across one such con at the Wilmington real estate office at which she works. She received an e-mail from someone seeking to rent a house. “He started to communicate back and forth with us but it was a strange communication. He didn’t want to come over and look at it, he rented it sight unseen,” she said. All the communications

took place via e-mail. “ W e asked him to fill out a l e a s e agreement and an applicaHoward Ain tion. That Hey Howard! n e v e r happened. He went into great detail with stories that he was an Italian fossil hunter,” said Fast. The person claimed to be a Professor Klose who said he’s discovered lots of dinosaurs and will be coming to the U.S. to trade fossils. “We started to get pretty

Clarification I have a clarification on my recent story involving Social Security Disability checks. Deductions from the benefits for food and shelter applies only to Supplemental Security Income disability and not Social Security disability. The difference between the two types of payments relates to those who have worked and contributed to Social Security and those who have not. People who paid into Social Security and then become disabled do not have to worry about their checks being reduced based on someone else helping them with food and housing expenses. They will receive their entire amount of back benefits in one payment. On the other hand, those who did not work or did not pay into Social Security will be eligible only for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and that does reduce checks based on outside housing and food assistance. In addition, it often does pay the back benefits in increments. In all cases when applying for SSI or Social Security Disability be sure to contact an attorney with expertise in this field.

suspicious when he said he was going to send a check for the first month rent, deposit and furniture for the four- to five-bedroom home he wanted to rent,” Fast said. He did send a check for $8,650 – but it was written on an AOL Time Warner bank account which didn’t make any sense. He asked Fast to cash it and send $2,900 to a furniture company for furniture he was renting. His wife and child were supposedly coming with him. “That is why he needed a large home and all that furniture. He kept mentioning a trustee in the U.S. would be in contact with us, and we kept asking for the trustee’s name and information but never got anything,” she said. Fast said she wondered why he didn’t send a check to the furniture company himself instead of asking her to do it. In addition, although he claimed to have been in Italy, the packing slip on the UPS envelope containing his check showed it was shipped from Massachusetts. “He was very strange responding to the e-mails. He didn’t answer questions that we asked him and we would respond with things he asked for and then he asked for the same thing

over and over again,” Fast said. “I think in these tough times people are having now, some rentals are difficult to rent out and they get this information and they just want to rent their house and have some income. So, he’s preying on people,” she said. “When I Googled his name, and supposedly the place he was working for with the fossils, a lot of stuff

came up with ‘scammers.’ People are doing it using different names but the same scenario,” Fast said. The scammer recently sent another e-mail demanding the money and even claimed he would go to the FBI if he didn’t get it. Fast said she hopes this case can serve as a warning to all. If you receive a check from someone you don’t know who wants you to cash it and then send them

money – don’t do it. Their check is probably not good and you’ll have sent your good money to the bad guys. Troubleshooter Howard Ain answers consumer complaints and questions weekdays at 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. newscasts on WKRC-TV Local 12. You can write to him at Hey Howard, 12 WKRC-TV, 1906 Highland Ave., Cincinnati 45219.

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Life

October 29, 2009

Too many apples? Make fruit leather

The sign was outside of a church on Salem Avenue in Mount Washington: “Friendship multiplies joy a n d divides sorrow.” So true. Friends can be many different people, comRita p l e t e l y Heikenfeld unrelated or someRita’s kitchen one biological. Think of the sibling who wasn’t cool enough to hang with as a kid, or the mom or dad who seemed older than dirt. (I remember one of my kids asking me if electricity was invented when I was young). As you grow, so does your wisdom and over the years, you become the closest of friends.

Apple or pear sauce and fruit rollups/leather

Every year I make batches of apple or pear sauce,

Taste as you go, adding 1 rib celery, 1 onion, the lesser amount of seasoning, etc. Add more if needed.

and rollups. No artificial anything added!

Preparation:

Wash, core and cut 3 to 5 pounds fruit into chunks (apples or pears). Leave skin on because the pectin in the peel helps remove cholesterol.

Cooking options:

Crockpot: Spray pot. Put fruit in. Cook on low six to eight hours or high for three to five hours until fruit is soft enough to mash. Stovetop: Place in heavy or nonstick large pot. Add up to 1 cup water, cider or apple juice (to keep fruit from sticking), and simmer until fruit is soft. You may have to add a bit more liquid. Careful - the mixture tends to sputter up. Oven: (my preferred method). I use a restaurant steam table pan but use anything that has sides and which will hold fruit. Spray

An apple a day …

Check out Rita’s blog for a primer on apples at Cincinnati.com/living.

COURTESY RITA HEIKENFELD

Fruit leather before going in oven to dry. pan. Cook in 350-degree oven until soft.

To purée:

Run through food mill or sieve, blender or food processor. If desired, sweeten to taste with sugar, Stevia or Splenda. Add cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice to taste. Do this while fruit is still warm.

Drying to make fruit rollups/leather:

Spray cookie sheets. Pour puree evenly onto sheets, about 1⁄4-inch deep. In summer, I’ll dry it in the sun. This time of year it’s the oven. Dry in warm oven. Mine only goes down to 170 degrees so I propped the door open. You don’t want it to cook too quickly or it will be hard.

COURTESY RITA HEIKENFELD

Fruit leather after drying (you can see my hand through it if you look close). It will take anywhere grapes, cashews, etc. The from four to eight hours or secret ingredients are a more depending upon the pinch of ‘Ahh’ and a tablekind of apples, etc. spoon of love.” If it’s late in the evening After tasting it, I’d say it and it’s still not done, turn had a lot of both – yum! the oven off with the leather Trying to clone this for still in, and proceed in the the home cook when it’s morning. made in huge amounts is How to tell if the challenging. Deli chicken fruit leather is done: salads often contain chicken It should pull up from the base and seasoning salt. pan in one sheet. I fiddled with it and Storing: here’s my best shot. I poach In refrigerator, up to six my chicken in broth and let months, and up to one year it cool in broth before dicing in freezer for added flavor and moistness.

Rita’s clone of Bigg’s chicken salad

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The deli folks at Bigg’s were so nice, and fun to chat with. They chuckled when I said my readers were begging for the recipe. Since the recipe is proprietary, I couldn’t wrangle the recipe or all of the ingredients out of them. “It’s your normal chicken salad: mayonnaise, celery,

Monster Eye clarification

A reader had trouble with the mixture coming together. You have to mix it up really well and it will come together. I use regular sausage and baking mix, not low fat. Try starting with 2 cups baking mix and go from there. The cheese can be increased, too, to 21⁄2 cups.

1 pound cooked chicken, diced or shredded 1-2 ribs celery, diced 1-2 green onions, sliced very thin Green grapes, cut in half, and salted cashew halves or pieces – you choose how much 1 cup Hellman’s mayonnaise or more to taste 1 ⁄4 to 1⁄2 teaspoon or so each: Lawry’s seasoning salt and chicken base (use a good quality base like Minor’s). Mix chicken, celery and onions together. Whisk chicken base and salt with the mayo. Pour over chicken and mix gently. Stir in grapes and nuts. To make curried chicken salad: Start sprinkling curry powder in the mayo mixture, tasting as you go.

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Community Asbury United

The women of Asbury United Methodist Church are having their 36th annual craft fair Nov. 14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The fair will feature handmade ornaments and crafts, which include fashion, school spirit items and decorative home crafts. There will also be a bake sale, canned items and lunch with homemade pies. For more information, call 441-1466.

Calvary Baptist

The Calvary Baptist Church in Latonia will be hosting a benefit concert featuring The Ball Family Singers and The Mean Family Singers Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. Advance tickets can be purchased for $10 by calling 468-9377. Concert goers are welcome to bring non-perishable food items ($10 value) rather than purchasing a ticket. Food donations will be distributed by LifeLine Ministries of NKY and Fairhaven Rescue Mission.

CUMC

Christ United Methodist Church in Florence will be having a church craft and fine arts bazaar Dec. 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Besides arts and crafts, there will be silent auction baskets, a bake sale and lunch available. For more information, call 525-8878. Christ United Methodist Church is located at 1440 Boone Aire Rd.

Community Family

The Community Family Church in Independence is hosting a Family Harvest Festival Oct. 31 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The festival will feature a candy trail for children, carnival games, hayrides, face painting, a silent auction, a motorcycle and car show, a chili cookoff, fireworks and more. The cost of admission is one canned food item. For more information, call Brenda Taylor at 3568851. The Family Harvest Festival is located at 11875 Taylor Mill Rd.

Crescent Springs Presbyterian

Crescent Springs Presbyterian Church will host its 2009 Fall Harvest Festival Saturday, Oct. 31 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The festival will feature a cornhole tournament, costume and pumpkin carving contests, crafts, prizes and more. Chili, hot dogs and drinks will be served. Pumpkins will also be provided. Participants need to bring their own carving tools. For more information, call 341-9347 or email Brad Neal at email@cspresby.com. Crescent Springs Presbyterian Church is located at 710 Western Reserve Road.

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Religion news is published at no charge on a space-available basis. Items must be to our office no later than noon Friday, for possible consideration in the following edition. If you are having a special service, rummage sale, dinner, bazaar, festival, revival, musical presentation, holiday services or special activity that is open to the public, send us the information. E-mail announcements to akiefaber@nky.com, with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Religionâ&#x20AC;? in the subject line. Fax to 283-7285. Call 2830404. Mail to: The Community Recorder, Religion news, 228 Grandview Drive, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017. For more information, call 908-0274. Mentor Baptist is located at 3724 Smith Rd. in California.

New Hope Center

The New Hope Center is offering volunteer training for men and women interested in mentoring people facing unplanned pregnancies. Sessions are available Nov. 16-17 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Classes will also be available from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There is a fee of $25 to cover the cost of the training manual. For more information, call Denise at 341-0766 ext. 13 or email dnevins@ newhopecenter.com.

Staffordsburg United Methodist

The Staffordsburg United Methodist Church in Independence will holds its fifth annual Christmas bazaar Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Nicholson Christian Church Family Center. The event will feature unique gifts including painted glassware, handmade baskets, jewelry, quilted items, floral decorations, handmade purses and many more crafts. A hot lunch and refreshments will be served. Admission is $1 and door prizes will be awarded. For more information, call 356-0029. The Nicholson Christian Church Family Center is located at 1970 Walton Nicholson Pike. Have an event at your church? Please send your information to akiefaber@nky.com.

Approximately 7.2 million jobs have been shed from the economy since the start of the recession and unemployment rates are at the highest level in more than 25 years. In fact, the Northern Kentucky unemployment rate is near 10 percent and Chamber members are looking for answers as to how to rebound and grow their businesses in the new environment. The Northern Kentucky Chamber, in conjunction with chambers of commerce across the country are taking action in addressing this issue by participating in the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's â&#x20AC;&#x153;American Free Enterprise: Dream Bigâ&#x20AC;? campaign. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce launched the initiative to stress the importance of the free enterprise

system as the foundation of how entrepreneurial dreams are started. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Every day Chamber members talk about the issues that impact business, issues like health care, energy, workers compensation and taxes,â&#x20AC;? said Gary Beatrice, chairman of the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and president of Business Benefits/Hammerlein Garner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our members not only have strong opinions about these issues, but they want the nation to understand that business must play a vital strategic role in our economic recovery. They recognize our nation was built on the principals of free enterprise and that these principals will lead our nation to economic recovery.â&#x20AC;? Through a national advertising campaign,

grassroots advocacy, and a broad program of community outreach and public education, the campaign intends to create 20 million jobs in the next decade. This figure is the number of jobs lost in the current recession and meets the needs of America's growing workforce. Locally, that means creating 180,630 jobs in Kentucky and 452,088 in Ohio in the next 10 years. The Northern Kentucky Chamber will lead the regional dialogue about the essential role that free enterprise plays in strengthening our economy and the ways Northern Kentuckians have benefited from America's free enterprise system. These stories will be used to enhance the Chamber's

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Mentor Baptist Church has collected recipes from its members, family and friends and have compiled 249 of them into a cookbook. The church has recently begun selling the cookbook for $10 and can be purchased at the church. The proceeds will go to the club, Lucy B. Circle.

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Amanda J. Detzel has joined the United States Army under the Delayed Entry Program. The program gives young men and women the opportunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual training in their career job specialty prior to being assigned to their first permanent duty station. Detzel, a 2007 graduate of Newport Central Catholic High School, has reported to Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C., for basic training in September. She is the daughter of

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• Thomas Nicholas Vollmar has graduated from the Army ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) Leader Development and Assessment Course, also known as "Operation 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, inge-

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. He is the son of Mark D. and Catherine E. Guilfoyle of Prestwicke Drive, Edgewood. Guilfoyle is a 2006 graduate of Covington Latin School.

ment Course, also known as "Operation 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

nuity 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. He is the son of Linda and Thom Vollmar of Riverwatch Drive, Villa Hills. Vollmar is a 2006 graduate of Covington Catholic High School, Park Hills. • Evan B. Guilfoyle has graduated from the Army ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) Leader Development and Assess-

Local graduates basic

Navy Seaman Recruit Alexander J. Matteoli, son of Martina M. and Jeffrey A. Matteoli of Independence, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. During the eight-week program, Matteoli completed a variety of training which included classroom

study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness. The capstone event of boot camp is "Battle Stations". This exercise gives recruits the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the fleet. "Battle Stations" is designed to galvanize the basic warrior attributes of sacrifice, dedication, teamwork and endurance in each recruit through the practical application of basic Navy skills and the core values of Honor, Courage and Commitment. Its distinctly “Navy” flavor was designed to take into account what it means to be a Sailor. Matteoli is a 2009 graduate of Simon Kenton High School of Independence.

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Billie King, 33, of Newport and Eric Davis, 32, of Covington, issued Oct. 6, 2009. Danita Carpenter, 45, of Kentucky and Gregory Snead, 59, of Ohio, issued Oct. 7, 2009.

Katrina Hogle, 38, of Melbourne and Timothy Smallwood, 40, of Ludlow, issued Oct. 6, 2009. Robin Elam, 34, and Timothy Elam, 36, both of Florence, issued Oct. 6, 2009.

Amber Sowder, 24, and Michael Plymesser, 25, both of Latonia, issued Oct. 5, 2009. Pamela Marrs, 44, and Derek Weimer, 38, both of Burlington, issued Oct. 5, 2009.

Deondra Frye, 23, and Brian Neiswender, 24, both of Covington, issued Oct. 2, 2009. Laura Rider, 42, and Jason Arlinghaus, 29, both of Villa Hills, issued Oct. 5, 2009.

Jennifer Railton, 29, and Marc Luskin, 34, both of Erlanger, issued Oct. 8, 2009. Meredith Harmon, 23, of Villa Hills and Justin Johnson, 23, of Colorado, issued Oct. 8, 2009.

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Ruth Marie Wenstrup Allen, 89, Lakeside Park, a homemaker, died Oct. 16, 2009, at her home. She was a homemaker. Her husband, Joseph Allen Jr., and her daughters, Susan Runck, Mary Allen, Nancy McGuire and Jean Douillette, died previously. Survivors include her brother, Lee Wenstrup; sister, Lois Vetter; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Burial was in St. Joseph Cemetery, Cincinnati. Memorials: Hospice of St. Elizabeth Health Care, 483 South Loop Road, Edgewood, KY 41017.

Troy Bauer

Troy T. Bauer, 38, Florence, died Oct. 22, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Florence. He was a machinist, attended Community Family Church in Taylor Mill and earned a brown belt through Martial Arts studies. Survivors include his wife, Kimberly D. Bauer of Erlanger; daughters, Alyssa M. Bauer and Autumn L. Bauer, both of Erlanger; son, Gavin G. Bauer of Erlanger; parents, Terry and Bobby Jo Bauer of Florence; brothers, Dale R. Bauer of Independence, Danny P. Bauer of Erlanger and Dennis G. Bauer of St. Anthony, Minn. Chambers and Grubbs Funeral Home in Independence handled the arrangements. Memorials: The Children of Troy Bauer, c/o Chambers and Grubbs Funeral Home, 11382 Madison Pike, Independence, KY 41051.

Leo Broering

Leo Herman Broering, 83, Fort Wright, died Oct. 22, 2009, at his home. He was a chemical engineer for the U.S. Industrial Chemical Company and a WWII Air Force Veteran. Survivors include his wife, Norma Broering of Fort Wright; daughters, Beth Broering of Nashville, Tenn., and Carol Allison of Fort Wright; son, Tom Broering of Fort Mitchell; brother, William Broering of Taylor Mill and six grandchildren. Burial was in Mother of God Cemetery in Fort Wright. Memorials: St. Agnes Christian Services or St. Agnes Endowment Fund, 1680 Dixie Highway, Fort Wright, KY 41011.

Caleb Burns

Caleb Burns, Burlington, died shortly after birth Oct. 13, 2009, at Bethesda North Hospital, Montgomery. Survivors include his parents, Casey and Tiffany Burns; grandparents, Joe and Gail Linton of Erlanger and Connie and Richard Burns of Burlington. Linnemann Funeral Home, Burlington, handled the arrangements.

Lelia Burns

Lelia A. Burns, 56, Covington, died Oct. 20, 2009, at her home. She was a nurse for St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Covington. Survivors include her husband, Robert Burns Sr.; sons, Christopher, William and Maurice Brown, all of Covington; daughter, Adonica Brown-Flack of Covington; nine grandchildren; and three greatgrandchildren. Burial was in Mary Smith Cemetery, Elsmere. Jones, Simpson & Gee Funeral Home, Covington, handled the arrangements.

Anna Caldwell

Anna L. Caldwell, 83, Erlanger, died Oct. 17, 2009, at Baptist Village Care Center, Erlanger. She was a member of Crescent Springs Baptist Church. Her husband, Leonard Caldwell,

and brother, Charles “JR” Crouch, died previously. Survivors include her sons, Dennis Caldwell of Independence and Larry Caldwell of Georgetown, Ohio; sister, Aretta Sabastian of Dry Ridge; five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Burial was in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens, Taylor Mill. Memorials: Hospice of the Bluegrass-Northern Kentucky, 7388 Turfway Road, Florence, KY 41042.

Paul Christian

Paul “Chub” Christian, 71, Melbourne, died Oct. 23, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Fort Thomas. He was a technician at Ford Motor Company in Batavia, Ohio and a member of United Auto Workers. His son, Kenneth Christian, died previously. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Christian of Melbourne; two sons, Paul Christian of Silver Grove and Mark Christian of Falmouth; two brothers, Donald Christian of Newport and Charles Christian of Texas; a sister, Shirley Fetters of Erlanger; five grandchildren and seven greatgrandchildren. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery in Newport. Memorials: Christ Baptist Church Building Fund, 3810 Alexandria Pike, Cold Spring, KY 41076.

Kerry Daniel

Kerry S. Daniel, 53, Covington, died Oct. 21, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Edgewood. He was a circulation manager for the Boone County Recorder. Survivors include his wife, Nancy Daniel; son, Brandon Daniel of Covington and sister, Vicki Daniel of Park Hills. Burial was in Mother of God Cemetery, Fort Wright. Memorials: Kerry S. Daniel Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o any Bank of Kentucky.

Maria DeBruyn

Maria “Josie” J. Allertz DeBruyn, 92, Erlanger, died Oct. 23, 2009, at Bridgepoint Nursing Home in Florence. She was a seamstress at Hyde Park Clothes, previously employed at St. John’s Orphanage and a member of Elsmere Senior Center. Her husband, Henry DeBruyn died previously. Survivors include her daughters, Elizabeth Bailey of Verona and Gertrude Rouse of Florence; sons, Harry DeBruyn of Springdale, Ohio, Peter DeBruyn of Erlanger and John DeBruyn of Westmoreland, Tenn.; sisters, Elly Weiyers, Truus Clerks, Annie Roumen and Mimie Kuelers, all of Holland and a brother, Jan Allertz of Holland. Burial was in St. Mary Cemetery in Fort Mitchell. Memorials: Diocesan Catholic Children’s Home, 75 Orphanage Rd., Fort Mitchell, KY 41017.

James Dee

James Dee, 71, Cold Spring, died Oct. 9, 2009, in Hawaii. He was employed by Cincinnati Gas & Electric Co. and part owner of Blue Grass Land Survey. He was a member of St. Thomas Church, Fort Thomas, and the Kentucky Association of Professional Surveyors. Survivors include his wife, Janet Dee; daughter, Teresa Schulte of Crestview Hills; sons, James Dee Jr. of West Chester, Jeffrey Dee of Alexandria and David Dee of Melbourne; brothers, Thomas Dee of Cold Spring and William Dee of Bracken County; and 10 grandchildren. Burial was in St. Stephen Cemetery, Fort Thomas. Dobbling, Muehlenkamp and Erschell Funeral Home, Bellevue, handled the arrangements.

Memorials: Newport Central Catholic Education Fund, 13 Carothers Road, Newport, KY 41071, or Holy Trinity Child Development, 840 Washington Ave., Newport, KY 41071.

Mildred Doggett

Mildred Doggett, 84, Verona, died Oct. 19, 2009, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. She was the owner of Fashionette Beauty Salon in Verona, member of Walton United Methodist Church, Order of the Eastern Star Auxiliary and Masonic Lodge in Walton. Her husband, Arthur H. Doggett, died in 1997. Survivors include her sons, David Doggett of Taylor Mill and Dennis Doggett of The Woodlands, Texas; brother, Tom Leathers of Union; sister, Dorothy Long of Lawrenceburg, Ind.; five grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Burial was in New Bethel Cemetery, Verona.

Lawrence Engel

Lawrence “Larry” G. Engel, 42, Ludlow, an Army veteran, died Oct. 20, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Fort Thomas Survivors include his wife, Debra McDaniel Engel of Ludlow; daughter, Lauren Engel of Ludlow; sons, Christopher Engel of Cincinnati and Caleb Engel of Ludlow; and sisters, Kathy Miles of Cincinnati and Tina Engel of Newport. Burial was in Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery in Reading. MiddendorfBullock Funeral Home, Ludlow, handled the arrangements. Memorials: Kidney Foundation of Cincinnati, 2200 Victory Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45206 or Kentucky Equine Humane Center, P.O. Box 910124, Lexington, KY 40591.

Jeanne Feldhues

Jeanne Angela Feldhues, 69, Fort Mitchell, died Oct. 22, 2009, at her home. She was a purchasing agent for Procter & Gamble. Survivors include her sisters, Mary Theurer of Covington, Rose Bitsoff of Cincinnati and Linda Feldhues of Florence. Burial was in St. John Cemetery, Fort Mitchell. Middendorf Funeral Home, Fort Wright, handled the arrangements. Memorials: The Irene Frisch Feldhues Scholarship Fund, Villa Madonna Academy, 2500 Amsterdam Road, Villa Hills, KY 41017.

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Sharon Knutson

Sharon Ann Knutson, 49, Edgewood, died Oct. 21, 2009, at her home. She was a child care provider and member of Florence Baptist Church at Mt. Zion. Survivors include her husband, Jeff Knutson; daughter, Jennifer Day

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Brittany Holtzman

Brittany Leigh Holtzman, 22, of Independence, formerly of Elyria, Ohio, died Oct. 18, 2009, in an automobile accident in Hebron. She was a waitress for Hooter’s Restaurant of Florence, graduate of the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science and was a resident assistant of the Middendorf-Bullock Funeral Homes. Survivors include her mother, Cynthia Holtzman of Elyria, Ohio; father, Jeffrey Holtzman of Tucson, Ariz.; brother, Tyler Holtzman of Elyria, Ohio; and grandparents, Phyllis Glunt of Elyria, Ohio, Charles and Bonnie Holtzman of Grafton, Ohio. Memorials: Berea Children’s Home, 202 E. Bagley Road, Berea, Ohio 44017-2090; or Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research Foundation, 522 Cincinnati Mills Drive, Suite B-248, Cincinnati, OH 45240.

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Nellie Dolores Wolfe Gibbons, 62, Demossville, died Oct. 22, 2009, at Grant Manor Nursing Home. She was a records clerk for Cincinnati Bell, a member of Wilmington Baptist Church in DeMossville and was a custodian for White’s Tower Elementary School and the Kenton County School District. Survivors include her husband, William Gibbons; daughters, Nancy Harp of Florence, Lynda Buckler of Union, Kathy Rowe of Somerset and Karri Runion of Owenton; sons, Bill Gibbons of Florence, Rob Gibbons of Independence, Randy Gibbons of Burlington and Travis Gibbons of Latonia; sister, Kathleen Gibbons of Texas; 18 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Burial was at Wilmington Cemetery in DeMossville. Memorials: Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, 483 South Loop Road, Edgewood, KY 41017.

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Madeline Kuehling

Madeline A. Schneider Kuehling, 86, Taylor Mill, died Oct. 23, 2009, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth Health Care in Edgewood. She was a tax examiner for the Internal Revenue Service in Covington, a member of Helen’s Society, Fifty Plus Club and Holy Cross Church in Latonia, Golden Age Club at St. Pius Church and former Winston Park Ladies Auxiliary Club. Her husband, Robert Kuehling, and a granddaughter, Carlie Schulenberg, died previously. Survivors include her daughter, Connie Ward of Burlington; a son, Robert J. Kuehling of Dillsboro, Ind.; four grandchildren and six greatgrandchildren. Burial was in Mother of God Cemetery in Fort Wright. Memorials: Carlie Schulenberg Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Northern Kentucky University Foundations, Highland Heights, KY 41099.

Louis McClanahan

Louis A. McClanahan, 80, Butler, died Oct. 22, 2009, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. He was a broker for McClanahan Realty and Auctions, director of Farmers National Bank, president of Farmers Fire Insurance, treasurer of Pendleton County Water District, member of Butler Lions Club and the Masons. Survivors include his wife, Joyce Newkirk McClanahan; daughters, Sarah Workman and Sandra Russell, both of Butler and Lori McClanahan of Independence; six grandchildren and eight greatgrandchildren.

Linda McGaha

Linda Kay McGaha, 61, Newport, a homemaker, died Oct. 18, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Fort Thomas.

Survivors include her husband, Robert McGaha of Newport; sons, Bobby McGaha and Randy McGaha, both of Hamilton, Ohio, Chris McGaha of Independence, Jeff McGaha of Woodlawn and Randy McGaha of New Miami, Ohio; daughters, Valerie Green of Cincinnati and Vanessa Kidd of Union; brothers, Bill Paden of Florida, Don Paden of Elsmere, and Rick Paden and Greg Paden, both of Newport; sister, Joyce Paden of Fort Thomas; 12 grandchildren and seven greatgrandchildren. Burial was in Alexandria Cemetery.

James McKinley

James C. McKinley, 81, Crestview Hills, died Oct. 24, 2009, at his home. He was a plant manager at K.D. Lamp and a member of Lakeside Christian Church in Lakeside Park. His wife, Joyce E. McKinley died previously. Survivors include his son, Steve McKinley of Louisville; daughter, Debbie Franzen of Fort Thomas; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Burial was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Erlanger. Memorials: Lakeside Christian Church, 195 Buttermilk Pike, Lakeside Park, KY 41017 or American Lung Association of Kentucky, P.O. Box 9067, Louisville, KY 402090067.

Doris Mullins

Doris Patton Mullins, 81, Covington, died Oct. 22, 2009, at her home. She was a seamstress for Safeguard. Survivors include her daughters, Dianna Moore Adams of Park Hills and Deborah Mullins Metz of Erlanger; son, Timothy John Mullins of Louisville; brother, Henry Patton

of East Burnstadt, Ky.; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Serenity Funeral Care in Covington handled the arrangements. Memorials: Salvation Army, 1806 Scott Blvd. P.O. Box 12387, Covington, KY 41012 or Goodwill Industries, 15 Donnermeyer Drive, Bellevue, KY 41073.

Frank Neu

Frank J. Neu, 80, Villa Hills, died Oct. 17, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Florence. He was a WWII Navy veteran and a salesman for the Lozier Corporation in Omaha, Neb. Survivors include his wife, Audrey Sanders Neu of Villa Hills; daughters, Deborah Franco of Omaha, Neb. and Diane Trevarrow of Wichita, Kan.; seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Burial was in Highland Cemetery, Fort Mitchell.

Susan Nimmo

Susan Kuhlman Nimmo, 54, Crestview Hills, died Oct. 22, 2009, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. She was a music minister, preschool director and member of Immanuel United Methodist Church. She was a member, board member and state president for American Guild of English Handbell Ringers. Survivors include her husband, Mitch Nimmo of Crestview Hills; daughters, Jessie Johnson of Jeffersonville, Ind., Katie Rhodes of Spotsylvania, Va., and Molly Nimmo of Crestview Hills; son, Chuck Nimmo of Crestview Hills; parents, Charles and Joanne Kuhlman of Florence; sisters, Nancy Gaddie of Hebron and Lisa Nowland of Crestview Hills and two grandchildren. Linnemann Funeral Home Crematory, Erlanger, handled the arrangements. Memorials: Immanuel United Methodist Church, 2551 Dixie Hwy., Lakeside Park, KY 41017; or St. Elizabeth Hospice, 483 South Loop Drive, Edgewood, KY 41017.

Kathryn Noll

Kathryn Ann Mospens Noll, 49, Florence, died Oct. 12, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Fort Thomas. Her parents, Jack and Velma Tobts Mospens, and brother, James Stewart Mospens, died previously. Survivors include her husband, Gregory Noll; daughters Tracey Ann Krogman Monaco of Alexandria, Alexis Noll of Covington; son, Scott Noll of Erlanger; four grandchildren. Fares J. Radel Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Geneva Perry

Geneva “Jean” Perry, 78, Independence, died Oct. 18, 2009, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood. She was a cafeteria worker for the Kenton County School District, a member of the Independence Lions Club and a fire district board member. Her husband, Donald E. Perry, died this year. Survivors include her daughter, Connie Ford of Union; sons, Ronald Perry of Independence, Donald Perry of Morning View and John Perry of Alamogordo, N.M.; sister, Wanda Chipman of Florence; five grandchildren and two great-granddaughters. Burial was in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens, Taylor Mill. Memorials: The Family of Jean Perry, c/o Chambers & Grubbs Funeral Home, 11382 Madison Pike, Independence, KY 41051.

Joann Rice

Joann Kelly Rice, 74, Southgate, died Oct. 19, 2009, at Hospice of the Bluegrass -Northern Kentucky Care Center in Fort Thomas. She was a homemaker, worked for Boschert Bookkeeping, a secretary at Bert Spaulding Realty, a member of St. Therese Church, an officer of the Altar Society and a member of the Over 50 Club. Survivors include her husband, Richard C. Rice; daughters, Debbie Germann of Southgate, Barbara Barnes of Wilder and Teri Duty of Taylor Mill; son, David Rice of Fort Thomas; sisters, Cheri Kampsen of Union and Pat Clark of Aurora, Ind.; 14 grandchildren and nine greatgrandchildren. Burial was in St. Stephen Cemetery, Fort Thomas. Memorials: St. Therese Church, 11 Temple Place, Southgate, KY 41071; or Hospice of the Bluegrass, 7388 Turfway Road, Florence, KY 41042.

Mary Roebker

Mary L. Roebker, 95, Covington, died Oct. 23, 2009, at St. Charles

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Robert Rollins

Robert Rollins, 60, Newport, died Oct. 23, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Fort Thomas. He was a warehouse employee of Kentucky Wine & Spirits. Survivors include his sons, Tony Rollins of Newport and Jason Rollins of Park Hills; a daughter, Regina Rollins of Newport; two sisters, Sandy Combs and Daisy Linton, both of Newport; and one grandchild.

The Rev. Daniel J. Saner

The Reverend Daniel Joseph Saner, 64, Augusta, died Oct. 20, 2009, at Meadowview Regional Medical Center, Maysville. He was a priest who served as pastor for many churches in the Diocese of Covington, was associate pastor for Holy Cross Church, teacher and guidance counselor for Holy Cross High School, teacher for Newport Catholic High School, pastor of St. Augustine Church in Augusta and St. James Church in Brooksville. He was president of Augusta Ministerial Association and member of Knights of Columbus. Survivors include his sister, Mary Ann Reinersman of Taylor Mill; brother, James Saner of Batesville, Ind. and stepfather, Les Armstrong. Burial was in St. Stephen Cemetery, Fort Thomas. Memorials: St. Augustine Church or School, 215 E. Fourth St., Augusta, KY 41002 or St. James Church, 122 Garrett Ave., Brooksville, KY 41004.

Harold Schneider

Harold H. Schneider, 93, Independence, died Oct. 16, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Edgewood. He was owner of Independence Hardware, was an Army 82nd Airborne World War II veteran and a member of Independence Christian Church. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Kenney Schneider; sons, Jerry Schneider of Cincinnati and Don Schneider of Lexington; and two grandchildren. Burial was in Independence Cemetery.

John Slack

John Fangman Slack, 50, of Boise, Idaho, formerly of Fort Thomas, died Oct. 18, 2009, in Boise. He was an Army veteran, a school teacher, a football coach and a member of the Newport Fire Department. Survivors include his wife, Terri Wibblesman Slack; sons, John, Andrew and Ben Slack of Boise; daughter, Beth Slack of Boise; mother, Mary Swango of Naples, Fla.; brothers, Rob Fangman of Edgewood and Greg Fangman of Cold Spring. Nampa Funeral Home of Nampa, Idaho, handled the arrangements.

Josh Smith

Josh G. Smith, 28, Ludlow, died Oct. 19, 2009, as a result of an automobile accident in Villa Hills. He was a chef at Dollar Bill Restaurant in Florence. Survivors include his father, Gary Smith of Burlington; mother, Kathy Trumble of Ludlow; brother, Marcus Smith of Sarasota, Fla.; sister, Michelle Winters of Bromley; maternal grandmother, Mary Trumble of Park Hills; and step-mother, Amanda Smith of Burlington. Memorials: Josh Smith Memorial Fund, c/o Ronald B. Jones Funeral Home, 316 Elm St., Ludlow, KY 41016.

Danny Stacey Jr.

Danny P. Stacey Jr., 43, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., formerly of Covington, died Oct. 15, 2009, at his home. He was a clerk for the Yankee Clipper Hotel in Fort Lauderdale. Survivors include his father, Danny P. Stacey Sr. of Erlanger; twin brother, Randy Stacey of Erlanger and nephew, Dylan Stacey of Erlanger. Burial was in Floral Hills Memorial

Gardens, Taylor Mill. Memorials: American Diabetes Association, 644 Linn St., Suite 304. Cincinnati, OH 45203.

Bernard Steele

Bernard Steele, 87, of Independence, formerly of West Harrison, Ind., died Oct. 17, 2009, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood. He was a farmer and a member of First Baptist Church of Walton. Survivors include his wife, Evelyn Smith Scalf Steele; daughter, Jacqueline Wurth of Logan, Ind.; sons, Lonnie Steele and Merle Steele, both of Logan, Ind., Robert Steele of Neodesha, Kan.; stepdaughter, Linda Rasor of Houston; stepsons, Edward Scalf of Independence, Don Scalf of Dry Ridge and Dennis Scalf of Florence; five grandchildren, one great-grandchild, six step-grandchildren and seven stepgreat-grandchildren. Burial was in Independence Cemetery. Memorials: First Baptist Church of Walton, 47 South Main St., Walton, KY 41094, or Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, 483 South Loop Road, Edgewood, KY 41017.

John Thobe

John Wayne Thobe, 70, Ludlow, of Irvine, Calif., formerly of Ludlow, died Oct. 16, 2009, in Orange County, Calif. He was a hospital administrative consultant. Survivors include his wife, Lidy Mendoza Thobe; daughter, Elaine Thobe of Irvine; son, Bradly Thobe of Irvine; brothers, Jack Thobe of Las Vegas, Nev., Dick Thobe of Albuquerque, N.M. and Greg Thobe of Los Angeles, Calif. and cousin, JoAnn Arens of Florence. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, Oct. 23, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Irvine, Calif.

Katherine Ulrich

Katherine Dorothy Perry Ulrich, 75, Germantown, died Oct. 24, 2009, at her home. She was a member of the Bracken County Historical Society and Bracken County Quilting Club. Survivors include her two sons, John Perry III, of Covington and Richard Perry of Brooksville; two daughters, Kathy Burgess of Taylor Mill and Jenny Smith of Butler; 16 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren.

Judy Vandiver

Judy Lynn Wells Vandiver, 51, Latonia, died Oct. 19, 2009, at her home. She was a homemaker and member of Oak Ridge Baptist Church in Taylor Mill. Survivors include her daughter, Suellen Hedger of Taylor Mill; son, David Vandiver Jr. of Walton; mother, Shirley Hargis Wells of Batavia, Ohio; sisters, Carol Paul of Bethel, Ohio and Susan Trasser of Loveland; brother, Ken Wells of Georgetown, Ohio and four grandchildren. Memorials: The family of Judy Vandiver, c/o Chambers & Grubbs Funeral Home, 11382 Madison Pike, Independence, KY 41051.

Rose Watson

Rose M. Watson, 71, Newport, died Oct. 21, 2009, at Hospice of the Bluegrass Care Center, Fort Thomas. She was a bookkeeper for Phillips Supply and member of Holy Spirit Church in Newport. Survivors include her husband, Donald Watson Sr.; son, Donald Watson Jr. of Newport; brothers, Donald Kaiser of Mansfield, Texas, Ronald Kaiser of Erlanger and Kenneth Kaiser of Pringle, Pa.; sisters, Patricia Smith of Fort Thomas, Diane Eichorn of West Chester and Barbara Pharo of Tampa, Fla. and two grandchildren. Fares J. Radel Funeral Home handled the arrangements. Memorials: Hospice of the Bluegrass-Northern Kentucky, 7388 Turfway Road, Florence, KY 41042.

Norma Wessendorf

Norma F. Wessendorf, 90, Fort Mitchell, died Oct. 22, 2009, at Madonna Manor, Villa Hills. She was a secretary for Schindley Distillery, member of St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption, Covington, Blessed Sacrament Fort Mitchell Senior Services, and a volunteer at St. Elizabeth Florence. Survivors include many nieces and nephews. Burial was in Mother of God Cemetery, Fort Wright. Memorials: Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Cincinnati Chapter, 644 Linn St., Suite 1026, Cincinnati, OH 45203.

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Aaron P. Bragg, 132 Evergreen, theft of identity, alcohol intoxication in a public place at 215 N. Garrard St., Oct. 13. William P. Bragg, No Address Given, alcohol intoxication in a public place, third degree criminal trespassing, fourth degree assault at 4th St. Bridge, Oct. 13. Douglas R. Church Jr., 1228 Scott St. no. 1, obstructing governmental operations, fourth degree assault at 1228 Scott St. no. 1, Oct. 17. Nicole R. Keil, 5306 Rawhide Ct., third degree possession of a controlled substance at 900 Washington St., Oct. 17. John J. Hon Jr., 219 Aggy Ln., first degree possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphrenalia at 424 Russell St., Oct. 17. Daniel Malaga, 210 W. 13th St. no. 2, possession of marijuana, carrying a concealed weapon, unsworn falsification to authorities at Greenup St., Oct. 17. Jacob S. Edwards, 1916 Russell St., possession of marijuana at 1800 block of Russell St., Oct. 17. Savannah E. Rice, 2411 White Ct., first degree assault at 2400 Phelps St., Oct. 16. Brian J. Lehman, 4619 Winona Terrace, disregarding traffic control devise, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphrenalia at Entrance to I-75 N from 4th St., Oct. 16. Jeremy M. Hitch, 7371 Woodcroft Dr., first degree possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphrenalia at 66 Indiana Dr., Oct. 16. Kenneth W. West, 210 Bluegrass Dr. no. 151, first degree possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphrenalia at 613 W. 4th St., Oct. 16. Ericka D. Massie, 910 Highknoll Ct. no. 51, second degree possession of a controlled substance, third degree possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana at 520 W. 5th St., Oct. 15. Ronnie L. Miller Jr., 1721 Greenup, fourth degree assault at 1721 Greenup St., Oct. 18. Alfred L. Turner, 382 Altamont Ave., serving bench warrant for court, first degree possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana at 800 Crescent Ave., Oct. 18.

Incidents/investigations Assault

A man reported being assaulted at Wallace Ave., Oct. 12. A man was knocked unconscious at W. 8th St., Oct. 12. A woman was assaulted at Byrd St. no. 2, Oct. 14. A man was slashed with a knife at 0100 block of E. 15th St., Oct. 14. A man reported being cut at Pike St., Oct. 16. A man reported being punched at East 5th St., Oct. 16. An assault was reported at West 36th St., Oct. 12.

Assault, criminal mischief

A woman was punched in the head at Crescent Ave., Oct. 17.

Assault, menacing

A woman was assaulted at Denver St., Oct. 12.

Burglary

Someone attempted to break into a residence at 4215 Decoursey Ave., Oct. 12. $250 in cash and several bottles of alcohol was stolen at 21 E. 32nd St., Oct. 13. Several items were stolen from a storage room at 920 Highland Pike, Oct. 17. A dresser, mirror, six statutes, a chair, table and clothes were stolen at 4539 Decoursey Ave., Oct. 17. $1100 was stolen at 1038 John St., Oct. 16. A kitchen sink and air conditioning/ furnace unit was stolen at 906 Banklick St., Oct. 15. Several items were stolen at 5958 Taylor Mill Rd., Oct. 18. Several tools were stolen at 1927 Scott St., Oct. 19.

Burglary, criminal mischief

Property was damaged and $20 was stolen at 531 Madison Ave., Oct. 13. Someone attempted to break into a building at 39 W. 6th St., Oct. 13.

Criminal mischief

A planter was damaged at 423 Russell St., Oct. 12. The rear tires of a vehicle were punctured at 300 42nd St., Oct. 12. The window of a vehicle was shattered at 922 Western Ave. #4A, Oct. 14. An object was thrown through the rear window of a vehicle at 1563 Maryland Ave., Oct. 14. A rollup door was damaged at 4293 Winston ave., Oct. 13. Screen and doors of a residence were damaged at 46 Indiana Dr., Oct. 13. A small rock was thrown through a window at 1017 Russell St., Oct. 12. A rock was thrown through a window at 2800 Indiana Ave., Oct. 15. A vehicle was vandalized with paint and glue at 336 E. 18th St., Oct. 18.

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A residence's front door casing was damaged at 329 W. 20th St., Oct. 16. Someone broke a driver's side rear view mirror of a vehicle and scratched it's paint at 3118 W. Latonia Ave., Oct. 16. A vehicle was kicked and dented at Russell St. and W. 4th St., Oct. 18.

Criminal mischief, criminal trespassing

A residence was broken into at 3430 Lincoln Ave., Oct. 13.

Criminal possession of a forged instrument

$520 in counterfeit bills were used to purchase a cell phone at 311 Philadelphia St., Oct. 17.

Fraudulent use of a credit card

Four unauthorized transactions were made on a debit card at 5th St. and Main St., Oct. 12. A stolen credit card was fraudulently used at 712 7th St., Oct. 13.

Harassing communications

A man reported receiving mulitple phone calls at Eastern Ave., Oct. 12. A woman reported being threatened at Latonia Ave., Oct. 14. A woman reported being harassed via text messages at Juarez Circle, Oct. 15. A woman reported being harassed at Huntington Ave., Oct. 15. A man was threatened at 104 E. 24th St., Oct. 14.

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Arrests/citations

Melissa I Johnson, 27, 2345 Reserve Drive, speeding, operating on suspended license, Oct. 9. Terry A Wilson, 49, 221 Forest Avenue, theft by unlawful taking, kenton county warrant, Oct. 14. Jeremy C Duryan, 28, 1826 Montor Avenue, boone county warrant, Oct. 14. Haley M Chaney, 19, 1190 Mosswood Court, possession of alcohol, Oct. 17. Rachelle N Swigert, 22, 4476 Woolper Road, receiving stolen property , Oct. 14. Cody Godsey, 18, 425 Avon Drive, alcohol intoxication, resisting arrest, Oct. 18. Bryan C Root, 30, 12034 Dunn Street, first degree driving under the influence, Oct. 23.

Incidents/investigations Criminal mischief

$200 worth of vehicle damage reported at Royal Drive, Oct. 15. $200 worth of damage to recreational vehicle reported at Royal Drive, Oct. 15.

Fraudulent use of credit card, theft by unlawful taking

Harassment

$635 reported stolen at 2531 Avon Drive, Oct. 10.

Menacing

Reported at 2415 Dixie Highway, Oct. 9. $82.96 worth of consumable goods reported stolen at 2156 Dixie Highway, Oct. 14.

A woman reported being harassed at 4121 Huntington Ave., Oct. 12. A woman reported being verbally harassed at Sandman Dr., Oct. 18. A woman was threatened with physical harm at 1939 Augustine Ave., Oct. 17.

Rape, sodomy

A rape was reported at Greenup St., Oct. 15.

Robbery

Two individuals entered a restaurant and demanded money at 420 W. 4th St., Oct. 12. A man was beat unconscious and had $20 taken from him at 717 Scott St., Oct. 14. A man reported being assaulted and having his wallet stolen at 0-100 block of E. 5th St., Oct. 13. A woman was stopped at gunpoint and was searched for belongings at W. 9th St., Oct. 18.

Terroristic threatening

A woman reported being threatened at 2009 Pine St., Oct. 12. A woman reported being threatened at 2754 Latonia Ave., Oct. 12. A man made threats to individuals at 2009 Rolling Hills, Oct. 13.

Theft

A stereo was stolen from a vehicle at 4622 Eureka St., Oct. 12. A MP3 player was stolen from a vehicle at 124 Pike St., Oct. 12. A credit card was stolen from a wallet at 1411 Greenup St., Oct. 12. $120 in cash and jewelry was stolen at 79 Indiana Dr., Oct. 14. Several items were stolen from a residence at 1326 Russell St., Oct. 14. A bicycle was stolen at 1602 Madison Ave., Oct. 13. A guitar was stolen at 730 Madison Ave., Oct. 13. A cell phone was stolen at 4455 Decoursey Ave., Oct. 13. DJ equipment was stolen at 713 Delmar Pl., Oct. 13. A vehicle was stolen at 10 W. 30th St., Oct. 13. A credit card was stolen at 722 Sanford St., Oct. 13. A surveillance camera was stolen at 3407 Church St., Oct. 13. A cell phone was stolen at 21 E. 11th St., Oct. 13. $185 in cash was stolen at 302 Philadelphia St., Oct. 14. $400 in cash was stolen at 1315 Maryland Ave., Oct. 13. A firearm was stolen at 526 Western Ave., Oct. 17. Prescription medication was stolen at 2115 Oakland Ave., Oct. 16. A cutting torch was stolen from a vehicle at 1348 Scott St., Oct. 16. A dog was stolen at 302 W. 7th St., Oct. 16. A cell phone was stolen at 710 Greer St., Oct. 15. A grill was stolen at 3301 Grace St., Oct. 15. A bicycle was stolen at 502 Scott Blvd., Oct. 15. A donation jar was stolen at 613 W. 4th St., Oct. 18. A wallet was stolen at 3926 Winston Ave., Oct. 18.

Theft of identity

Cable television services were obtained under a false identity at 1044 Greenup St., Oct. 14.

Theft, criminal mischief

A stereo and grill were stolen at 515 W. 19th St., Oct. 16.

Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle A vehicle was stolen at 968 John St., Oct. 15.

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$100 worth of drugs/narcotics seized at Stevenson Road, Oct. 12.

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Arrests/citations

Andrea K. Donohoo, 19, 121 Promontory Drive Apt. B, rear license not illuminated, operating on suspended/revoked license at Madison Pike, Oct. 19. Justin G. Vazquez, 22, 258 Merravy, execution of bench warrant for failure to appear at 1247 Munsford Court, Oct. 22. Ryan L. Washington, 18, 4072 Elizabeth Drive, execution of bench warrant for shoplifting at Marathon Parking lot, Oct. 18. Anthony W. Ellis, 45, 127 E. 42 Street, execution of warrant for failure to appear, execution of warrant for falure to appear at 2055 Centennial Blvd, Oct. 21. Corey M. Ponder, 20, 505 W Broadway Street, possession of marijuana, possession of open alcoholic beverage container in motor vehicle at Troopers Crossing at Lynchburg, Oct. 17. Ryan D. Harrison, 20, 107 East Caro-

line Street, execution of bench warrant for failure to appear at Charleston Lane, Oct. 17. Jearrad R. Childress, 19, 13883 Madison Pike, alcohol intoxication in a public place at Fredericksburg Road, Oct. 18.

Incidents/investigations Burglary

Reported at 4189 Richardson Road, Oct. 17.

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Burglary

$400 worth of vehicle damage reported at 314 Locust Street, Oct. 8. Reported at 6 Short Hill Lane, Oct. 17. $200 worth of damage to structure at 3429 Cintonya Drive, Oct. 15. $500 worth of vehicle damage reported at Place Street, Oct. 7. Reported at 102 Division Street, Oct. 20.

Criminal mischief, criminal trespassing

$100 worth of damage to structure reported at 3535 Mitten Drive, Oct. 14.

Criminal trespassing, alcohol intoxication

Reported at 5 Short Hill Lane, Oct. 13.

Failure to notify adress change

Reported at 406 Center Street, Oct. 11.

Fleeing/evading, first degree wanton endangerment

Reported at 908 Jupiter Drive, Oct. 12.

Fraudulent use of credit card

$180 worth of merchandise reported stolen at 3253 Crestline Drive, Oct. 9.

Forgery, theft by unlawful taking

Reported at 337 Terry Lane, Oct. 6.

Robbery

Reported at 560 Clock Tower Way, Oct. 18.

Theft

$3,000 worth of radios/TVs/VCRs reported stolen at 102 Center Street, Oct. 12. Reported at 500 Clock Tower Way, Oct. 15. Reported at 112 Sunset Avenue, Oct. 19. $1,015 worth of purses/wallets reported stolen at 3158 Dixie Highway, Oct. 16. $200 worth of drugs/narcotics reported stolen at 451 Commonwealth Avenue, Oct. 17. $25, $35 worth of purses/wallet reported stolen at 530 Greenfield Lane, Oct. 15.

Theft, criminal mischief

Reported at 116 Commonwealth Avenue, Oct. 16.

Theft of mail matter

$2,000 worth of negotiable instruments reported stolen at 3492 Ridgewood Drive, Oct. 15.

Theft of property

$10 purse/wallet reported stolen at 472 Erlanger Road, Oct. 16.

Theft by deception

$710.15 worth of tools reported stolen at 2460 Anderson Road, Oct. 9. $274.54 worth of tools reported stolen at 3219 Crescent Avenue, Oct. 9. $551 worth of tools reported stolen at 37 Kenton Lands Road, Oct. 13.

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Arrests/citations

$5 worth of drugs/narcotics reported stolen at 2324 Willow Drive, Oct. 13.

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William S Highchew Jr, 47, 2273 Galaxy Drive, possession of marijuana, operating motor vehicle under the influence at 2289 Galaxy Drive, Oct. 9.

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Knitting Instructor

Scarf It Up For Those In Need, Erlanger. Call (859) 802-4881. To teach knitting at various location and tell about Scarf It Up

Knit, crochet or cut fleece scarves

Scarf It Up For Those In Need, Erlanger. Call (859) 802-4881. Items are purchased by participants, can be done as a group or individually and dropped off at barrels around NKY

Community Care Day

Lewisburg Neighborhood, Covington. Call 859-803-0812. Volunteers needed to help rake, seed, and spread straw to give the Lewis Street hillside a make-over. Refreshments provided for all volunteers. A great community service opportunity!!

Homework Program

Burlington Elementary Family Resource Center, Burlington. Call 859-334-4440. Volunteers will help students in 3rd5th grades on Tuesday's and Thursday's from 3:45-4:45 p.m. in the school library, complete homework and/or late/missing assignments. This is not a tutoring program and is strickly help with homework.

Men's program mentor

Care Net Pregnancy Services of Northern KY, Covington. Call 859.431.9178. Mentoring male clients by walking with them through a predesigned educational curriculum to prepare men to be great dads. Mentors are needed at Williamstown, Highland Heights, Florence and Covington.

Life Skills mentor

Care Net Pregnancy Services of Northern KY, Covington. Call 859.431.9178. Educating and mentor clients interested in focusing on life skills. Through our pre-designed curriculum volunteers aid clients in education of topics such as: Budgeting, Housecleaning 101, Establishing Good Credit and Buying a Used Car.

The Isaiah Project

Shoulder To Shoulder Inc., Newport. Call 859-371-0444. Volunteer distribute groceries, clothing, diapers, furniture and a hot lunch in a Nothern Kentucky innercity neighborhood. Volunteers meet at Highland Hills Church, Ft. Thomas to load up all the items stored there. After a short meeting, volunteers caravan to 7th and Patterson, Newport and give everything away.

Thanksgiving Grocery Delivery

Shoulder To Shoulder Inc., Newport. Call 859-371-0444. Volunteers will pick up boxes loaded with food and delivery them to the homes of elder and disabled families, or families without transportation two days before Thanksgiving. Food boxes will include milk, meat, bread, produce and other nonperishable items.

Custodian

The Salvation Army - Newport, Newport. Call 859-431-1063. Sweeping and mopping floors Vaccumming rugs Cleaning bathrooms - sinks & toilets Emptying garbage cans Mowing grass Changing lightbulbs Picking up garbage around outside of building Shovel snow and put salt on side-

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Client Aide

Welcome House, Covington. Call 859-431-8717. The volunteer would be responsible for assisting with daily living activities with our clients, including taking clients to the laundry mat, grocery store, etc. Positions available Monday through Friday, as per the availability of the volunteer and the needs of the clients and staff

Event Assistants

Safe Place Program of Homeward Bound, Covington. Call 859-5811111. We are looking for energetic people to assist staff at various fairs, festivals, and events. Some tasks will include helping to set up and take down our table, handing out goodies, and assisting with any activities we’ve set up. They will mostly occur on weekends and will be scheduled in shifts. You choose to help when you’re available.

Public Representative (Site Check Volunteer)

Safe Place Program of Homeward Bound, Covington. Call 859-5811111. The main responsibilities of a public representative volunteer would be to visit our partner businesses (Safe Place sites) to ensure that they have everything they need to be a successful Safe Place site. Each visit usually takes around 10 minutes. It’s a great way to feel connected to the local community and an easy way to help kids if you have a busy schedule. There is no schedule or hourly requirements. You can work at your own pace. All we ask is that you finish all of your site checks within 6 months.

Volunteer in our Cincinnati Office American Diabetes Association (Cincinnati), Cincinnati. Call 513759-9330. There are nearly 24 million children and adults in the United States with diabetes who need your time and skills. Make a difference in their lives by becoming a volunteer . As an American Diabetes Association volunteer, you can use your expertise and experience in leadership, business, health care, marketing, public relations, advocacy,

or fund raising to make a vital difference. Get involved and help make a difference for children and adults affected by diabetes in your town. We are in need of help in our office to help prepare for our upcoming events!

Cincinnati History Museum Program Developer

Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal, Cincinnati. Call (513) 287-7025. Main responsibility is to assist Cincinnati History Museum staff with program development. Individual will write lesson plans, prepare materials and if interested can present programs on the museum floor. Would also evaluate existing programs for accuracy and educational standards.

Cincinnati History Museum Detective Agency Volunteer

Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal, Cincinnati. Call (513) 287-7025. Main responsibility in Cincinnati History Museum is to ensure that all museum guests have a satisfying, educational, enjoyable and safe experience. Work individual or with a team to assist children with solving mysteries. Will help with program sign-ups and documenting program fees. During office time, may be asked to assist and prepare program materials. Needs to feel comfortable dressing in period clothing.

Help at Children, Inc. Early Education and Care Centers

Children, Inc., Covington. Call 859431-2075. Assisting classroom teachers in preparation of materials for classroom instruction. Help with small repairs at the centers. Help with individual instruction of children.

GOTR 5k Volunteers

Girls on the Run of Greater Cincinnati, Inc., Cincinnati. Call 513321-1056. We put on a 5k for all of the local girls in our program, and we need volunteers to make it a success! Options include Water Stop Volunteers, Cheer Zone Volunteers, and others!

Thanksgiving Day Race Volunteers

Girls on the Run of Greater Cincin-

nati, Inc., Cincinnati. Call 513321-1056. Volunteers are needed to hold up Pace Signs for the runners at the start of the race plus be responsible for welcoming runners at the finish line and removing their timing chips. Catch the excitement of the race and celebrate with everyone at the end!

Dish Washer

Redwood Center, Ft. Mitchell. Call 859-331-0880 . Redwood's dietary department is in need of someone to help run the dishwasher during lunchtime.

Registration/Emergency/Transpo rt Volunteer

St. Elizabeth Healthcare - Covington, Covington. Call 859-301-2140. Greet all guest entering St. Elizabeth, providing directions and assuring registration. Assist staff/patients/visitors with day to day functions in the department.

Gift Shop Cashier

St. Elizabeth Healthcare - Covington, Covington. Call 859-301-2140. To staff the Gift Shop and providing service to all customers. Accept responsibility for shop operation and ringing in all sales on the register.

Receptionist and Area Support

St. Elizabeth Healthcare - Covington, Covington. Call 859-301-2140. Assist staff, patients and visitors during day to day functions of the department.

Make baby blankets

Children, Inc. - Young Families Program, Park Hills. Call 859.491.9200. Make baby blankets or quilts. We do not have supplies to make blankets - they would need to be donated.

Make activity kits

Children, Inc. - Young Families Program, Park Hills. Call 859.491.9200. Make and assemble activity kits to use with families during home visits

Girls Volleyball Coach

Boys & Girls Clubs-, Cincinnati. Call 513-421-8909. Assist with coaching girls Volleyball team.

Food prices slightly increase in third quarter Food prices in Kentucky rose slightly in the third quarter of this year, marking the first increase in 12 months, according to Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation’s quarterly survey. Driven by a sharp increase in the price of ice cream, butter and cheese, the October survey of 40 popular grocery items showed a nearly 3 percent rise from July, at $105.27 compared to $102.26. That ends a string of three consecutive quarters with a lower price average. The average has fallen, however, by about 7 percent since October 2008. The Kentucky statistics are contrary to American Farm Bureau’s recent survey involving 66 communities in 29 states. AFBF reports a slight decline since July, plus a 10 percent drop over the past 12 months. In the Kentucky survey, the average was higher for 25 of the 40 items. The big gainers were ice cream (up by 40 cents a gallon), cheddar cheese (94 cents higher per pound) and butter (up by 23 cents a pound). Milk prices continue to fall, which is welcome news to dairy farmers who have seen milk prices plunge significantly this year in response to high inventories. For October, the average on a gallon of whole milk was $2.70, as compared to $2.86 in July. (The survey has milk at $2.87).

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