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“(At the store) usually the good stuff is high up on the shelf,” she said. Miller has found the chair she needs, but because it includes features like adjustable height and four-wheel suspension, Medicare won’t cover the $35,000 price tag. Taking matters into her own hands, Miller has started raising the funds for a new chair. Currently, Miller has raised a little over $1,000 and is asking for help. Checks can be made payable to Calvary Chapel of Northern Kentucky, Sandy Miller Wheelchair Fund and dropped off at the church or any PNC Bank Branch. In addition, donations can be made through Facebook Causes under Sandy Miller Wheelchair Fund. “Her determination to help people, her relentless drive and abounding faith are to be admired,” said Bob Jonas of the Boone County Planning Commission.
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The spelling of Nicky’s “World Famous” Pizza was incorrect in the Aug. 27 issue because of a production error. The restaurant recently opened its second location at 8449 U.S. 42 in Florence.
For years, Sandy Miller made the plight of those in wheelchairs known, but now her outdated chair magnifies this issue. Living with cerebral palsy, Miller, 57, of Florence, formerly worked with the Disabilities Coalition of Northern Kentucky and traveled to conferences all over the country to learn better how to get the word out. “I do try to make people understand what it is like to be in a wheelchair,” Miller said. Recently, a lot of Miller’s work has been put on hold because she’s had to begin fundraising for a new electric wheelchair. Miller is looking for a chair that offers suspension for all four wheels to make traveling down sidewalks a less painful experience. “I won’t be breaking my back going down the sidewalks of Florence,” Miller said. In her current chair, Miller feels
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After years of advocating for those in wheelchairs, Sandy Miller needs help to get a new wheelchair for herself. every bump, dip and gap in pavement. “Main Street is a holy terror because it is cobblestone,” she said. In addition, Miller is looking for
a chair that has an adjustable height because everyday items like cabinets, crosswalk buttons and grocery store shelves are often out of reach for someone in a wheelchair.
Schools face H1N1 as a district By Justin B. Duke
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While many were taking vacations during the month of August, members of high school bands in Boone County were spending their days preparing to perform at the fall football season. We visited practices at Boone County, Conner, Cooper, Ryle and Walton-Verona high schools. – LIFE, B1
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With cases of the H1N1 virus reported at multiple Boone County Schools, the district is taking extra steps to keep kids safe. Students are believed to have the virus at Gray and Camp Ernst middle schools and Boone County High School. The district began notifying the parents of those schools about the issue, but has since changed its tactic, said Superintendent Randy Poe.
“We just feel it is important to notify all parents,” Poe said. In order to prevent a false sense of security that may cause a lack of diligence in taking steps to stop the spread of the virus, the district used its phone service to send out a recorded message about the virus to all parents in the district, he said. “We want all the parents to work with students for proper hygiene,” Poe said. The message stressed that there was no reason to keep a child home from school unless
Taking an extra step to combat the spread of the virus, the school district is using cleaning solutions approved by the health department that fight propagation of H1N1, Poe said. “We’re making sure the schools have a proper supply,” he said. So far, the district’s message is working because parents aren’t keeping their children home from school. “Our attendance is right there,” Poe said.
they have symptoms of H1N1, and that students are no less likely to catch the virus at school than anywhere else. “We feel H1N1 is active in the communities – not just the school,” Poe said. Because the virus has reached the community, the Northern Kentucky Health Department is no longer confirming individual cases, said spokesperson Emily Gresham Wherle. “The flu has spread out in the community enough that it is here,” she said.
Residents: Cut costs before raising taxes In its second year a group is looking for politically minded students. Generation Joshua is a group for students age 11 to 18 who are interested in history, politics and community service. The Northern Kentucky chapter was started about a year ago by homeschooler Travis Wilson, now 15 years old. – SCHOOLS, A5
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About 50 residents packed in for the public hearing for Florence’s 2009 property tax rates. The proposed tax rate would jump from $1.74 to $1.82 per $100 assessed value for real property and $3.64 to $4.15 per $100 assessed value for personal property. In addition, 84 cents would be added per $100 assessed value to cover hazardous-employees’ retirement, up from 72 cents last year. Council will weigh public input on the tax rates and vote on the first reading of the new rates Tuesday, Sept. 8, said Mayor Diane Whalen. As one resident after another got their chance to speak, the recurring message was lower taxes or keep them the same – don’t raise them.
“You have $20 million in the bank, that means you’ve been collecting too much,” said Jerry Wisher, referring to the city’s reserve balance of $19.6 million. Wisher suggested council “bite the bullet” and lower taxes this year. “You can’t release any of the fund?” Bill McElhaney asked council. The proposed increase would cost the owner of a $100,000 house about $20 more than last year, said Finance Director Linda Chapman. “I’ve been ‘only $20’d’ to death,” said Greg Hamilton. Hamilton commended council for saving wisely to build a large reserve, but felt now would be a good time to use some of the savings. “You guys are hitting me too hard,” Hamilton said. The economy has forced many
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“That would be the proof of how difficult the business climate is,” Brinker said. Brinker questioned council’s decision to pay around $1 million to returf Champion Window Field and their plans to spend up to $4 million on the World of Sports renovation. “It’s not your job to provide me, my wife and my children with entertainment,” he said. While residents and business leaders were unified in their message, their numbers were surprising considering the Northern Kentucky Tea Party sent out a robocall to about 1,000 residents and pushed out fliers and e-mails about the hearing, said Council Member Ted Bushelman. “I’m very disappointed,” Bushelman said. “They sent out thousands of calls and thousands of fliers and what do we get? Fifty people showed up.”
Florence residents to evaluate what they really need in their budgets and city leaders should do the same, said Roger Cooper. “Some of the Whalen things city has are luxury items we can do without,” Cooper said. Temporarily suspending leaf pickup or hiring contractors instead of employees to do landscaping would be quick ways to save money that may allow the city to not raise property taxes, he said. “We’ve got to cut back on spending,” Cooper said. Business owners agreed the city needed to spend and charge less. Before going to the meeting, Airport Ford owner Tom Brinker drove down Mall Road and counted 33 empty storefronts.
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Boone County School District Superintendent Randy Poe will host an informal Brown Bag Lunch meeting to provide parents, business and community members the opportunity to ask questions or address concerns regarding the school district. The meeting will be from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, at Boone Woods Park.
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Participants are welcome to bring their own lunch. Drinks and dessert will be provided. Interpretation in Spanish will also be available.
Union movie night
The Boone County Parks and Recreation Department has a free family movie night Friday, Sept. 4, at the Union Community Building on Old Union Road (old firehouse). Pre-show fun begins at 7:30 p.m. Bring your own chairs and blankets. The movie
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The Florence Freedom will be hosting their second movie night at Champion Window Field to benefit United Ministries Friday, Sept. 4. “Race to Witch Mountain� will be shown on the jumbotron and admission is free to all with a canned food item, which will be donated to United Ministries. The gates will open at 7:30 p.m. for the 8 p.m. start. Concession stands will be open for the movie-goers to enjoy popcorn, soda and other movie favorite snacks.
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The Boone, Campbell, Kenton and Grant County public libraries are conducting the annual Northern Kentucky One Book, One Community project. This year’s book is “The Jazz Bird� by Craig Holden. The fictional tale is based on a true story. A kickoff event is 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11, at the Main
Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington. Former Boone County Judge-Executive Bruce Ferguson will share an excerpt from the book. The group Swingtime Big Band will perform. One person will win a copy of the book. For more information, visit www.nkyonebook.org.
pling happens at 7:30 p.m. There is a limit of three entries per person and one entry per category. Entries should be submitted typed. Entries should be brought prepared and ready for judging. Original recipes are welcomed but not necessary. Tasters are needed. A $10 entry fee includes the fashion show and tasting. Categories are appetizer, salads, breads, side dish, main dish, soups/chilies, five ingredients or less, CrockPot, dessert, 15 minutes or less, cake from scratch and quick cake-from a mix. Recipes, phone number, name and address should be submitted to Linda Padgett, 11307 Lakeview Drive, Union, KY 41091 or e-mail dena. voegele@uky.edu. In the subject line include: COOKOFF. Please indicate the category you’re entering. Proceeds benefit the Mary Hood Lutes Scholarship Fund. Call Padgett at 3843912 for questions. Pre-register by Friday, Sept. 4. All cooks are welcomed.
at a “lunch date� at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, at Golden Corral on Houston Road (near Lowe’s and Biggs) for fellowship and food.
PVA inspections
The Boone County Property Valuation Administrator’s Office will be in Tree Tops, Tree Top Estates, Bradford Trace, Wyndemere and surrounding rural Hebron areas for reassessments during the week of Sept. 7. Don’t be alarmed if you see staff members in these areas. They will be in a marked vehicle and have identification available upon request. If you have questions, please contact Boone County PVA Cindy Rich at cindy.rich@ boonecountyky.org.
Unemployment same
Unemployment in Boone County stayed the same at 9.7 percent in July as it was in June. The July 2008 rate was 5.4 percent. Statewide the July 2009 rate was 11 percent, down slightly from 11.1 percent in June.
Labor Day closings
All Boone County Public Library locations, Boone County Fiscal Court, Union, Florence and Walton city offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7 for Labor Day.
Music festival
Jane’s Saddlebag American Music Festival noon Sunday, Sept. 6. It’s free for the public. For more information, visit www.bigbonelick.com or call 743-2975. Jane’s Saddlebag is located at 13989 Ryle Road, Union.
Redistricting meeting
Boone County Schools will host a meeting to discuss redistricting plans for elementary schools as the result of adding the new school on Longbranch Road. ACT test results will also be discussed. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, in the Boone County High School library.
Boone appointments
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The Boone County Fiscal Court on Aug. 25 approved Judge-Executive Gary Moore making the following appointments: • Sandra Easton reappointed to the Convention Center Corp. board of directors • Jennifer McConnell of Union appointed to the Boone County Zoning Appeals and Adjustment Board • John Whitney Stith of Union to appointed to the Boone Conservancy Board • Tony Lamb reappointed to the Northern Kentucky Area Development District board of directors • Matthew Page of Walton appointed to the Walton Fire Protection District board • Jack Lundy of Burlington appointed to the Urban Forest Commission.
Boone County Extension Homemakers host their Community Cooking Challenge at Tuesday, Sept. 22, at the Boone County Cooperative Extension Service, 6028 Camp Ernst Road, Burlington. Cooks check in at 5:30 p.m. Judging and a fashion show by Bon Worth in Dry Ridge is at 6 p.m. Winners are announced at 7 p.m. A sam-
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In its second year a group is looking for politically minded students. Generation Joshua is a group for students aged 11 to 18 who are interested in history, politics and community service. The Northern Kentucky chapter was started about a year ago by homeschooler Travis Wilson, now 15 years old. “I always had been interested in politics,” said Wilson, now the group’s president. “I wanted something where I could meet
people.” When the group meets, they usually hear from guest speakers who have ranged from war reenactors to U.S. Rep. Geoff Davis. During the meetings, members will discuss current events and compete in history trivia contests. Outside of the meetings, the group does community service projects and will help conservative candidates campaign. “When election time comes up, it’s a lot of fun,” Wilson said. During some election seasons, the national Generation Joshua organization will cover students’ expenses to go all over the coun-
try to help conservative candidates campaign. Locally, the group will help get the word out going door to door and deliver signs. They’re also planning to attend a rally to voice opposition to a government health care plan. Though the group understands not everyone would support the conservative views they hold, everyone is welcome to share their thoughts, Wilson said. “I honestly would like a little more debate,” he said. The group is about 10 students who are mostly homeschooled, but Wilson hopes the group will
S A T U R D A Y, S E P T . 1 9 Dixie Heights Class of 1964 Reunion, 6 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Walt’s Hitching Post, 3300 Madison Pike, Dinner served 7 p.m. $35. Reservations required. Presented by Dixie Heights Class of 1964. 371-7056. Fort Wright. S A T U R D A Y, S E P T . 2 6 Boone County High School Class Reunion of 1969 and 1970, 6 p.m. Carnegie Events Center and Museum, 401 Monmouth St. Includes dinner and dancing. Music by DJ. $30. Presented by Boone County High School. 653-0444; 283-1458. Newport. S U N D A Y, O C T . 4 Annual Campbell County High School Picnic Reunion, 1 p.m.-6 p.m. Pendery Park, Williams Lane, Classes of 1963, 1964, 1965 and 1966. Bring food to share, drinks and seating. Presented by Campbell County High School. 635-3592. Melbourne. S A T U R D A Y, O C T . 1 0
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Generosity marks Readi-fest On Aug. 11, Collins Elementary School celebrated its annual back to school “Readi-fest.” Two local area churches, Seven Hills and Journey, donated school supplies for the students and families at Collins Elementary. Each student received a backpack filled with all the school supplies needed on their school list. With such an abundance of school supplies, there were even enough supplies for the families to take home for their children to keep at home and use throughout the school year. About 350 people attended this year's Readi-fest. Agencies from all around the county supplied important information to the families. Some of the agencies were: The Gap and Bank of Kentlucky, which serve as Collins Elementary B.E.S.T Partners; PACS Nutrition and Education, DARE officers, Family Nurturing Center and Women's Crisis Center. Betty Pennington, Family Resource Center coordinator at Collins Elementary, has been organizing the Readi-fest for the past nine years. “Community Partners are key to making our students successful academically and in adulthood. We are so fortunate to be blessed with outstanding B.E.S.T Partners and Faith-Based Partners,” Pennington said. “I know our students and parents appreciate all of the tangible items, valuable information and
diversify. “We know there’s got to be a lot of kids in the public schools who are interested in politics,” said Mary Beth Wilson, the group’s adult sponsor.
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With summer vacation coming to an end and Kentucky children headed back to school, it’s a good time to make sure health insurance is part of your child’s preparation for the new school year. Kentucky Children’s Health Insurance Program (KCHIP) representatives have been visiting schools to spread the word about KCHIP, and back-to-school promotional materials, including bookmarks for students, are being distributed through Family Resource and Youth Services Centers (FRYSCs) in schools. A statewide radio campaign, in addition to other promotional efforts, reminds parents to make sure their children have health insurance. “This month is a good time for parents to think about making sure their children have the tools they need to learn and succeed in the classroom, and nothing is more important than health care,” said Gov. Steve Beshear. “It’s easy for parents to lose track of health insurance needs for children over the summer,” said Cabinet for Health and Family Services Secretary Janie Miller. “With school starting, it’s the perfect opportunity to take that extra step to make sure your child is covered for both routine and emergency care.” As of the end of July, 22,212 additional children were enrolled in the KCHIP or Medicaid programs, an average of more than 2,500 children per month, since the end of October 2008. The
Beshear Plan to dramatically cut the number of children without health coverage by removing barriers to KCHIP and Medicaid enrollment kicked off Nov. 1, 2008, and aims to enroll 35,000 eligible children by the end of fiscal year 2010. The statewide initiative includes a simplified mail-in application, available online, and targeted outreach efforts. Efforts have included a focus on training community partners to assist with completion of applications; availability of enrollment materials at local health departments, Department for Community Based Services offices and FRYSCs; and outreach through health care providers, community action agencies, day care centers, faithbased organizations and many others. Approximately 250,000 mailin applications, in both English and Spanish, have been distributed through these partnerships. In addition, CHFS has intensified efforts to re-enroll children who had previously been covered through the programs, including making policy changes to allow families an additional 30 days to return renewal information. The KCHIP program provides health insurance to children whose family income is below 200 percent of the federal poverty level, about $44,100 a year for a family of four. More details of The Beshear Plan and enrollment information are available at http://kidshealth.ky.gov
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Principal Carol Elliott and staff at Collins would like to say thank you to all the volunteers, churches and teachers that came out and helped make Readi-fest a success. Students at Collins got the opportunity to thank the area churches by signing their names on a banner, and presenting the “Thank You” banner to them. Parents were touched by the generous amount of school supplies that they received. For more information on Collins Elementary FRC, contact Betty or Kathy at 282-3247.
Boone County High School senior Jordan Foster was awarded several outstanding honors and awards at the 2009 National Forensic League national tournament held in Birmingham, Ala., this summer. Foster advanced from the NFL district tournament back in March in the event of House of Representatives, Student Congress. He was one of 236 students from all over the United States and several countries throughout the world to win his or her district seat and earn the right to compete at the national tournament. The tournament includes five grueling days of intensive competition with elimination rounds taking place throughout the week. During the first phase of the preliminary competition, Foster’s overall score earned him the second spot going into the semifinal round out of 236 students. The first cut was made to the top 60 competitors. The students were
divided into four rooms of 15. Foster placed first in his chamber and was not only awarded a special gavel for being elected as a semifiFoster nal presiding officer, but also was given bragging rights since he tied one other student for top speaking position. The next cut advanced Foster into the top 24 speakers in the nation. During the final round session, the students’ scores are tallied up and the final round chamber votes for the order of the awards. Foster placed ninth overall, however, his competitive score was tied with seven other students for the top-ranking position. Each of these achievements is not only a first for Boone County High School, but a first for the district as a whole. Foster’s achievements have made the forensic history book.
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Florence students get new bikes On Aug. 21, seven Florence Elementary School students had a surprise edu-
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This week in golf
• Cooper High School boys defeated Holy Cross 151-177, helped by Brandon Houston, who shot 1 over par 36 on the front nine at Twin Oaks, Aug. 24. Cooper is 4-1 so far this season. • Cooper High School’s Adam Millson shot an even par 36 on the front nine at Lassing Point, Aug. 25, against Newport Central Catholic High School. NCC, however, defeated Cooper 171-180. Cooper falls to a 42 after the loss. • St. Henry’s Mitch Enzweiler shot 6 over par 42 on the front nine at Boone Links, Aug. 25, helping his team beat Holy Cross 176200. St. Henry advances to 2-2 with the win. • Ryle High School girls’ golf team member Alex Bruce shot 12 over par 46 on the front nine at Lassing Point, Aug. 25, helping her team defeat Holy Cross 193227. Ryle advances to 5-2 with the win. • Boone County High School golfer Ashley Schneider shot 10 over par 44 at Boone Links, Aug. 27, helping the Boone girls defeat Cooper 199-204. Boone advances to 2-4 with the win. • St. Henry’s Katelyn Beatrice shot 8 over par 44 on the front nine at Flagg Springs, Aug. 27, helping St. Henry girls beat Scott High School, 188-219. St. Henry girls also defeated Bishop Brossart High School’s score of 221. St. Henry advances to 8-2 with the win. • Walton Verona High School boys’ golf team won the 8th Region All ‘A’ Classic at Eagle Creek Country Club, Aug. 27, with 325 points against Owen County’s 349, Trimble County’s 353, Carroll County’s 381, Gallatin’s 385 and Williamstown’s 407. Walton’s Dustin Cottrell shot a 6-over par 76 during the game. • Cooper High School boys won the Mason County Invitational at Maysville Country Club, Aug. 29 with 337 points against Villa Madonna’s 343, Bishop Brossart’s 348, Beechwood’s 349, Highlands’ 361 and Conner’s 371. Cooper’s Millson shot a 78.
This week in soccer
• Ryle High School boys beat Dixie Heights High School in a 4-0 shutout, Aug. 26. Ryle’s Grant Kennedy had two goals and Dillon McConvey and Erik Pederson each scored one goal. Ryle goalkeeper Matt See had three saves. • St. Henry shut out Bishop Brossart 1-0, Aug. 29. Zilio scored St. Henry’s goal. St. Henry goalkeeper Smith made 12 saves. St. Henry advances to 32 with the win. • St. Henry girls defeated Highlands 2-1, Aug. 29. St. Henry’s Libby Leedom and Taylor Gamm scored goals. St. Henry girls advance to 3-0 with the win.
This week in volleyball
• Ryle High School girls beat Holmes High School, 25-5, 25-9, Aug. 26. Ryle advances to 6-6 with the win. • Conner defeated Dayton 25-15, 25-22, Aug. 27. Conner advances to 4-2 with the win. • Walton-Verona High School girls defeated Calvary Christian 25-19, 13-25, 25-23, Aug. 27. Walton advances to 2-4 with the win.
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Cooper claims first win of year By James Weber jweber@nky.com
The Cooper Jaguars football team, who scored 113 points all of last season, got almost half of that in the opener of their second season of existence. Cooper rolled to a 49-20 win over Louisville Shawnee to go to 1-0. Cooper will try to go 2-0 at Scott 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4. The Jaguars had scored 21 or more points in both of their wins last year, with their all-time high being 27 points against WaltonVerona. They set a new mark by halftime against Shawnee, leading 28-8. Dvontae Bradley set a school record with 244 rushing yards on 16 carries, with five touchdowns. Senior Logan Schulkers, a first-year starter at quarterback, was 8-of-9 passing for 139 yards and two touchdowns, both to Ryan Klute. He also had two runs for 36 yards. Klute had three catches for 63 yards, Brett Berry 3for-32, Nick Ballinger 1-for37 and Tommy Earsing 1for-17. Overall, the Jaguars were just shy of 500 yards offense, gaining 353 on the ground in addition to Schulkers’ efforts. Jon Sutthoff had 54 yards rushing. Matt Rudd
led the team with 11 tackles. AJ Branch had an interception.
Boone County 31, Lexington Lafayette 23
The Rebels host Scott County this week after claiming victory in their season opener. The game is 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4. Boone beat Lexington Lafayette last week 31-23. Boone rushed for 213 yards overall and threw for 134. Charles Quainoo had 104 yards rushing and three touchdowns. Jordan Oppenheimer added 10 carries for 98 yards for Boone County. Trevan Brown had four catches for 75 yards and a touchdown for the Rebels. Nate Alford had the TD pass and all 134 Rebel air yards. Cody Loudon and Drew Stock had fumble recoveries on defense.
Highlands 37, Ryle 14
The Ryle High School football team gets extra time to study the lessons it learned from two-time defending Class 5A state champion Highlands. The Bluebirds posted a 37-14 win against the Raiders Aug. 28, dropping Ryle to 1-1 on the season. Ryle is off Sept. 4. The Raiders play at Newport
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Travis Elliott of Ryle is knocked out of bounds by Austin Collinsworth (22) of Highlands Aug. 28.
Central Catholic 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at Newport Stadium. Ryle came out strong in the first half against Highlands, leading 7-0 on a Travis Elliott touchdown run. Elliott had more than 100 yards rushing in the first half. But the Bluebirds controlled the action for the most part. Division I prospect Austin Collinsworth had 124 rushing yards and four touchdowns, including jaunts of 52 and 28 yards. Quarterback Will Bardo had a TD rush and contributed more than 200 yards of total offense. Highlands had 429 total yards in the game. Ryle had 397 yards, 233 on the ground and 164 in the air. Conner Hempel had Ryle’s second TD on a 1yard rush.
Berea 28, Walton-Verona 20
The Bearcats hope to go 2-1 for the season when they host Grant County 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5. They will have to shake off a heartbreaking loss to Berea Aug. 29 in a bowl game at Grant County. Berea scored twice in the last 20 seconds to claim a 28-20 win. Walton turned it over inside the Berea 5-yard line with less than two minutes to play and leading 20-14. Berea then drove the length of the field for the go-ahead touchdown, then returned an interception for the clinching score. Ronnie Nadicksbernd had 24 carries for 120 yards and two touchdowns. Grant is 1-0 after a 1710 win over Owen County last week.
Holy Cross 32,
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Ryle High School quarterback Conner Hempel (4) tries to avoid Highlands defenders.
Pikeville 14
Markel Walker rushed for 182 yards and passed for 135 to lead the Indians to victory in the Pike County Bowl. The Indians jumped out to a 20-0 halftime lead and responded after Pikeville scored to start the third
quarter. Walker rushed for a touchdown and passed for a touchdown. Andy Roenker also rushed for a touchdown and had an interception on defense for the Indians, who forced four turnovers. Holy Cross improved to 2-0 on the season and has a bye this weekend.
Boone girls’ teams run for finish By James Weber jweber@nky.com
Girls’ cross country are definitely not running in place this fall. Meets began Aug. 29 for local teams. The big local meet this weekend is the Ryle Invitational Saturday, Sept. 5. Here is information on local teams either submitted by head coaches or gleaned from season-opening meets. Several coaches did not submit information to the Recorder.
Cooper
The Jaguars had one of the top debuts of any Cooper team last year, finishing
third in the local Class 3A region and 11th at state. Pat Pidgeon takes over as head coach this year and looks to build on last year’s success. Returning starters include Katie Knapp, Alyssa Kazior, Ashley Raney and Laura Barfield. Top newcomers include Ashley Dragon, Kayla Reno, Rachael Auberger and Carly Kane.
Holy Cross
Tricia Arlinghaus takes over as head coach for the Indians, who were fourth in the region and fifth at state in Class 1A last year. They lost three of their
More cross country
See page A8 for the Boone County boys’ cross country preview. top runners but return Gabby Bergman (15th in state), Lily Barth, Julie Arlinghaus (25th), and Maddie Schweitzer. Megan Wilkerson returns as a senior. Top newcomers are Natalie Jehn and Kaitlyn Bryant. Holy Cross began 2009 by finishing third at the Holmes Licking River Run. Bergman was sixth.
St. Henry
As usual, it’s state title or bust for the Crusaders. The Crusaders return five starters from last year’s Class 1A state champs, the fifth time in six years they claimed that crown. Maria Frigo (third at state in 2008), Kelsey Hinken (seventh), Lindsey Hinken (fifth), Paige Dooley (24th), and Allysa Brady (19th) are the top returners. Frigo, Kelsey Hinken, and Dooley are seniors. Frigo is defending regional champion. Top newcomers are Ashley Svec, Kirsti Ryan and Jackie Gedney. Eighth-year head coach
Tony Harden returns to the Crusaders this year.
Walton-Verona
The Bearcats were second in Class 1A last year. They were eighth at Louisville St. Xavier to start this season Aug. 29, a meet with many bigger schools in it. Madison Peace was 11th at state last year. She led the way in Louisville at 21st. Natalie Brown, Jessica Gregg, Ashley Guevara, Kiersten Schmidt, Kerri Schmidt, and Sarah Parnell also started. Guevara was 14th at state last year and Gregg 17th.
Eaton leads Northern Kentucky athletics into new era By James Weber jweber@nky.com
Dr. James Votruba wanted to place the Northern Kentucky University athletic department in hands that
he trusted. That is why NKU’s president promoted Dr. Scott Eaton from within to replace Jane Meier as athletic director after she retired from her 21-year tenure at NKU.
Eaton, who has served at NKU for 11 years, had been senior associate AD for administration. Eaton had been on the job for a month when NKU gave a public reception for
him Aug. 27. Eaton said continuing the current success of the programs is a major goal. All 13 teams qualified for NCAA postseason play last season.
NKU plans to honor Meier Jan. 16 with a bobblehead night. NKU’s men’s basketball game Jan. 23 will be televised by CBS.
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Boone cross country hits early season stride By James Weber jweber@nky.com
Cross country season is in full stride. Meets began Aug. 29 for local teams. The big local meet this weekend is the Ryle Invitational Saturday, Sept. 5. Here is information on local teams either submitted by head coaches or gleaned from season-opening meets. Several coaches did not submit information to the Recorder.
Boone County
The Rebels finished fifth at the Pendleton County meet to start the season Aug. 29. Chad Beneker was the Rebels’ top finisher, placing sixth. He was a state qualifier in 3A last year. Stephen Pair, Adam Griesinger, Jay Wallace, Alex Griesinger, Daniel Martin, and Skyler Hanna were the other top seven finishers for the Rebels.
Conner
Senior Joey Brendel returns as defending Region 5 Class 3A champion. He was fourth in the state as well and had the fastest time of all Northern Kentucky runners. Senior Sean Vandermosten also medalled at the state meet, finishing 15th.
He was first team all-state. Seniors Jonathan Crusham and Trevor Jarvis, and sophomore Ben Turner are all experienced and talented returners. Turner was one of the top freshmen in the state last year. Overall, head coach Jeremy Fisher returners 12 runners with extensive varsity experience. “Team depth is exceptional,” he said. “All runners in the program are extremely intelligent. (Team GPA is 3.76 at last review). This team also has great chemistry – most of the runners in the program have been here since they were in either seventh or eighth grade.” Fisher is aiming for the state team title and said runners would have to step up behind Brendel and Vandermosten for that to happen.
Cooper
The top returners are Andrew Blank, Jacob Brandel, Mark Vonderporten and Jonathan Kippler for head coach Eric Van Laningham. Kippler and Kevin Keith are seniors. “We’ve grown from last year and have a solid nucleus in place to build on,” Van Laningham. “The returning runners are serious and driven to put Cooper on the
map at the regionals this year.” Cooper finished fifth to start the year at the Holmes meet Aug. 29. Blank was ninth to lead the pack.
at the Holmes meet Aug. 29. Trey Hemmer was sixth to lead the Indians. Nick Jehn, Bret Bey, Taylor Bergman, Eric Brinkman, Aaron Fuller and Andy Bramer also started.
Ryle
The Raiders finished second at the Holmes meet to start the season Aug. 29. Andrew Tursic finished seventh to lead the way. He qualified for state in 3A last season. Alex Bloom, Michael Edwards, Noah Ashcraft, Tetsu Aoki, Michael Leone and Ethan Brennan also started varsity.
St. Henry
Walton-Verona
The Bearcats were fourth in the Class 1A region and seventh in the state meet. They return three starters. Senior Jacob McIntyre placed fourth in state and third in region last year. He is the team leader and role model for the younger kids, said head coach Kevin McIntyre. Junior Trevin Peterson has made great strides since last year. He was 26th in the state meet in 2008. He ran 11th in a strong field at Louisville St. Xavier to start the 2009 season. Junior Jacob Kahmann is showing confidence in his abilities this year, said the coach.
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Conner High cross country senior runners Sean Vandermosten, left, and Joey Brendel, run in practice Aug. 6. Freshman Jared Dwyer is the top newcomer. He had a strong season at the middle school level last year including a couple of meet wins. Coach McIntyre said finding a consistent fifth runner will be a key this season. “We need several guys to step up and compete at the varsity level in order for the team to be competitive,” McIntyre said.
2A regional champions last year. They finished sixth in the Louisville St. Xavier meet Aug. 29. Stephen Schwab led the way in 15th. James Simms was 25th. Other starters were Matt Smith, Kevin Crush, Paul Cusick, Paul Kemp and Khang Le. Crush was CovCath’s top finisher at state last year at 24th, with Simms, Smith and Schwab close behind.
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Holy Cross finished third
Eric Neuhaus returns as Crusader head coach after two years away. He had been the head coach for five years prior. He will hold the team to its usual high standards, as the team will be looking for its eighth straight Class 1 A state team championship. The team graduated standout Michael Whitehead but returns five starters in Ben Bessler, Brendan Dooley, Luke Behler, Frank Bruni, and Nick Wilson. They all finished in the top 31 at state last year. Top newcomers are Armand Frigo, Zach Haacke, Nathan Mark, Sean Robinson, and Cameron Rohmann. “We have a number of good runners, an even better work ethic, and very impressive senior leadership,” Neuhaus said. “We hope to overcome our lack of a frontrunner with our biggest strength, which will undoubtedly be our depth.”
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Senior golf league
World of Sports is hosting a senior golf league scheduled for each Wednesday from Sept. 9 to Oct. 7. Tee times will begin at 8 a.m. each week. Seniors may register as an individual or may sign-up with a partner.
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Each team will have two senior players. Cost is $36 per person, which includes green fees for the entire league and lunch the last week of the league. Call 371-8255 to register or visit www.landrumgolf.com for information.
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EDITORIALS | LETTERS | Editor Nancy Daly | ndaly@nky.com | 578-1059
We had a great experience cleaning up some streets in Union for the Trash for Cash program. We organized our cleanup by breaking our group of about 30 into four groups. We split up the roads and areas and each group headed off to their section. Most groups started at the two ends of their road and then met in the middle. There was not a lot of unique things that were found, a volleyball, a golf ball, a handheld home telephone. It was odd to imagine that people would just leave this kind of trash out. Not to mention how much stuff people would just throw out the window of their car. Not sure what is going through someone’s mind when they do that. But there was plenty of trash to pick up. And most of the roads we did were not main roads, so you would think the trash would have been minimal. But we picked up bags and bags of stuff. I do think it’s really weird that there was tons of trash behind guard rails. It’s like guard rails have a sign on them that say “dump your trash behind here.” Rick Scherr Young Life Waverly Drive Florence
Barracudas clean up
On Aug. 15 my swim team members and their families, R.C. Durr YMCA Barracudas, volunteered to clean up trash on Gateway Boulevard and Conrad Lane. We picked up various types of trash along the three miles. We split up into groups so that each group had a one-mile stretch to clean. There were two adults and two children per mile. The motorists driving past us while we picked up the trash were very accommodating even though there was little to no space for us to stand while they were passing us. We appreciate their patience as we have younger swimmers on our team. This made our parents feel it was a safe volunteer opportunity for us. There were stretches of the road that had more litter than other spots. We were shocked by the type of trash we found. Many alcohol containers and dip chewing tobacco canisters were some of the surprising items picked up along these roadsides. Although there were many items we picked up that were disappointing and gross, one family found a very interesting item. They found the spine of an animal that was completely intact. They actually took it home as a souvenir. Courtney Ferguson Withers Lane Richwood
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Do you think allowing casino gambling would hurt charitable events and fundraisers such as Monte Carlo nights and church festivals?
“I’m not a gambler and am definitely not in favor of casinos in our area, but I really don’t believe, even if they are approved, that casinos will have an impact on small venues that include gambling. I suspect that people believe in and support their local charities and will continue in that effort. There is a personal camaraderie and community spirit that these events provide over and above the gambling component. L.D. “I don’t think casino gambling will hurt church festivals and charitable events, as these are limited events and draw their own patrons who are loyal to the organization or cause, but I do think casino gambling will do widespread and serious harm to our society. Casino gambling does not benignly create wealth or profit; it takes money from those who are often least able to afford it. Gambling addiction is real, and on the rise – a problem that brings untold misery to families affected by it. I am firmly opposed to casinos and slot machines at racetracks and other venues.” J.B. “The casinos in Indiana are 20-
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Next question What do you think is the enduring legacy of Ted Kennedy? Send your response to kynews@communitypress.com with “chatroom” in the subject line. 30 minutes away from the Cincinnati area. They are not affecting local charitable events and fundraisers here or there. “Those casinos bring in large tax revenues to Indiana and their local communities. Ohio could be reaping those same tax revenues and helping itself out of the tax shortfall it currently has. “The guess here is Cincinnati will have the tax drain of two stadiums while Kentucky joins Indiana with enhanced gaming capabilities. So then even MORE Ohioans can spend their money in adjoining states. Go figure!!!” T.D.T.
Here in Northern Kentucky, we don’t spend much time thinking about coal – but we should constantly be thankful for the role it plays in our economy. I have learned about the coal industry from Jack Wells and Steve Weber, who own the Emerald International Coal Co., headquartered right here in Florence. I met Jack and Steve at Shakey’s Pub & Grub and had several good conversations about their industry over a “cold one.” While the bulk of the coal industry is concentrated in the eastern and western regions of our commonwealth, Emerald Coal is just one of the many coal-related businesses located in Northern Kentucky and the Bluegrass. In fact, Emerald is the largest shipper of coal down the Mississippi River! Even if you don’t work in the energy sector, though, coal plays a tremendous role in our everyday lives. More than 90 percent of all the electricity in Kentucky is produced through coal, giving us some of the cheapest rates in the nation. In fact, our home energy bills are about half that of people living in New York and New England. Affordable energy is great for consumers, but it also creates jobs. Power costs are one of the biggest expenses for businesses
small and large. When a manufacturer decides where to locate their new facility, you better believe energy bills rank right up there with an State Sen. educated workJohn force and low Schickel taxes. Consider that industrial Community energy in KenRecorder tucky is 16 perguest cent cheaper columnist than in Indiana, and 31 percent cheaper than in Ohio, and you’ll see why Northern Kentucky’s economy has continued to grow. And coal has had a major influence in that growth. Last month, along with my colleagues on the Natural Resources and Environment Committee, I had a chance to visit two mining facilities in Western Kentucky. Coaltek, one of those businesses, is involved in clean coal technology as well as coal-to-gas and coalto-liquid processes. With the research they are doing, we’re discovering new ways to harness our state’s natural resources. Just as coal has led to cheaper electric rates, we may be able to reduce the costs of gasoline for your car, gas to heat your home,
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even make existing coal-fired plants more energy-efficient – all while becoming better stewards of our natural environment and making the United States more energy independent. Our visit to Coaltek really showed us some great ideas for the future of the energy economy, not just in the Kentucky but across the nation. At a time when many jobs are being shipped overseas, we have the ability to develop jobs that would be based here at home without the threat of being outsourced. There’s an incredible future in clean coal technology, coal-to-liquid, coal-to-gas, and carbon sequestration, but only if we encourage that research and development. Instead of federal legislation focused on taxing these natural resource-based energy sources, Congress should follow Kentucky’s lead and push newer ways to process coal in order to keep energy affordable and economic development sustainable. As a nation, the U.S. gets nearly half its energy from coal. We’d be foolish not to invest in its future. Sen. John Schickel, R-Union, represents the 11th Senate District which includes Boone and Gallatin Counties and part of Kenton County. He welcomes your concerns or comments toll-free at 800-372-7181.
As we prepare to close the Union Pool for the winter months, we would like to invite you out for one last swim. Join us on Sept. 12 at Union Pool from 3-5 p.m. for the Dog Days Pool Party. All dogs and their owners are invited to take one last dip in the pool before it is closed for the season. All dogs must have proof of vaccinations to enter the event. There will be a $10 admission fee assessed per dog. All proceeds will go toward the Boone County Dog Park located on Idlewild Road in Burlington. Union Pool is located at 10165 U.S. 42 in Union. If you would like to receive more information on the event, contact Jackie Heyenbruch at the Boone County Parks office at 3342117 or jheyenbruch@boone countyky.org. This event does not require pre-registration. Don’t forget to bring your towels. Have you visited the Boone
County Dog Park? If you are a dog owner and are looking for a safe and convenient way to allow your dog to run off leash, Jackie check out the Heyenbruch dog park. It is located Community adjacent to the Recorder England Idlewild guest Park in Burlingcolumnist ton. The dog park consists of four sections, two for small dogs and two for large dogs. Picnic shelters and benches are located in each section for your convenience. The dog park also provides water fountains that are both dog and handler friendly. If you would like to obtain more information on the Dog Park, visit us at www.boonecountyky.or/parks for details.
Looking for a great gift idea? Season Gift Pass Certificates to the Union Pool are available at the Parks Office starting Oct. 1. Before Jan 1, 2010, you can purchase a family season pass for $200, an adult single pass for $100, a child 12 and under pass for $75 and senior citizens 60plus for $75. New rates will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2010. The new prices will be a family season pass for $250, adult single season pass for $100 and children 12 and under pass for $75. So order your season passes to the Union Pool before Jan. 1, 2010, to get the discounted rate. They make a great gift. Contact the Parks Office for information. You can find out what’s going on at the Parks Department by visiting our Web site at www.boonecountyky.org/parks or by calling 334-2117. Jackie Heyenbruch is marketing and resources coordinator for the Boone County Parks Department.
End of summer fun
“One only has to look at what gambling not even in Ohio has done to Church bingos, ask any of them they are really hurting. With only so much free money a family has for entertainment one night at a casino can use that all up. A year or so ago it seemed like every week you saw several ads at churches for Texas Hold ‘em, not so here lately.” L.S. “Yes … Yes … Yes.”
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Florence Recorder
September 3, 2009
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JUSTIN B. DUKE/STAFF
Joe Warren, left, Krista Lehnhardt and Angelica Schroer practice Walton-Verona High School’s fight song.
NANCY DALY/STAFF
Owner Bob Ryan is celebrating his 30th year in business at Ryan Muffler Center in Florence.
High school bands work to play in harmony
While many were taking vacations during the month of August, members of high school bands in Boone County were spending their days preparing to perform at the fall football season. We visited practices at Boone County, Conner, Cooper, Ryle and Walton-Verona high schools.
Muffler shop celebrates 30 years See something bouncing under your car or hear a funny noise? A local muffler expert has a tip for you. “Get it checked out right away. You might save money by doing that.” Bob Ryan is celebrating his 30th year as owner of Ryan Muffler Center, 19 Banklick St. in Florence. The business started in 1979 in Park Hills then moved to Florence in 1980. Ryan built the current location – featuring 8,000 square feet and seven service bays – in 1985. “I’m fortunate to have two sons working with me, Kevin and Matt,” Ryan said. “I’m very fortunate to have long-term employees. Greg Neeley has been with me 25 years.
The shop is staying busy these days. “There’s still a lot of older cars on the road that need fixing. We’re seeing that,” Ryan said. “We’re a little bit different from most shops in that we do our own pipe bending,” he said. Their customized service appeals to customers trying to get more performance out of a car. Pointing to the service bays, Ryan spotted a Porsche on one, a Subaru on the other. That kind of range and customized service keeps customers coming back. “We enjoy the contact with our customers. We have a lot of long-term customers.”
PAUL MCKIBBEN/STAFF
Saxophonists Martin Barker and Michael Sevilla of the Boone County Rebel Brigade Show Band practice during band camp.
PATRICIA A. SCHEYER/CONTRIBUTOR
The French horn section is ready to play. From left are Ryan King, junior, and Patrick Snatcko, senior, of the Cooper High School band.
JUSTIN B. DUKE/STAFF
Walton-Verona High School students Nathan Naylor, left, and Kyle Taylor take a load off and practice with their drums on the floor.
PAUL MCKIBBEN/STAFF
THINGS TO DO Create your own comic
Become a comic book hero during Comics2Games weekly class, “How to Create Comics,” this Sunday, Sept. 6 from 1 to 3 p.m. The class will teach you the basics of comic book design including script, layout, character creation, penciling and more. Comics2Games is located off U.S. 42 in Florence. For more information, call 647-7568.
Rubber Duck Regatta
Buy a rubber duck and have it join over 85,000 rubber duckies in a race to benefit the Freestore Foodbank during the 15th annual Rubber Duck Regatta in Newport Sunday, Sept. 6. Ducks can be purchased for $5 each or “buy 5 and get
Ryle High School’s percussion section works on getting the same rhythm.
JUSTIN B. DUKE/STAFF
Drum major Abby Kohake conducts the Boone County Rebel Brigade Show Band during band camp.
1 free” for $25. The winning duck holder will receive 2010 Honda Insight Hybrid. The race begins when the ducks are dropped from the Purple People Bridge into the Ohio River. From there, the ducks swim a quarter mile along the Serpentine Wall. For more information, visit www.rubberduckregatta.org or call 513-929-3825.
Dirty Rotten Musical
The Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center in Covington presents its musical, “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels,” which is based off the 1988 film starring Steve Martin and Michael Caine. The musical will run through Sept. 20. For more information, call 957-1940.
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PAUL MCKIBBEN/STAFF
Gabrielle Palazio, a sophomore at Conner High School and a member of the color guard, practices during band camp.
PATRICIA A. SCHEYER/CONTRIBUTOR
Jaleesa Worrell, senior, and Drew Shelton, freshman, concentrate hard on the saxophone parts during band practice at Cooper High School.
JUSTIN B. DUKE/STAFF
Jennifer Averbeck gets her steps down during Ryle High School’s color guard camp. Bands at area high schools are busy preparing for the fall football season.
The Conner High School band practices marching inside the school during band camp.
PAUL MCKIBBEN/STAFF
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THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD F R I D A Y, S E P T . 4
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Strategy Game Night, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Comics2Games, 8470 U.S. 42, Play everything from Warhammer 40k to Munchkin. Non-competitive night for all ages. Family friendly. $5. 647-7568. Florence.
FARMERS MARKET
McGlasson Farms, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. McGlasson Farms, 5832 River Road, You-pick produce. Sept.-Oct. pumpkins, turnips and mustard greens. 689-5229. Hebron. Boone County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Boone County Farmers Market, Ky. 18 and Camp Ernst Road, From apples to zucchini, and everything in between. With perennial plants, there are annuals and hanging baskets for all occasions. Presented by Boone County Cooperative Extension Service. 586-6101. Burlington. Kinman Farms, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Kinman Farms, 4175 Burlington Pike, Fresh produce, baked goods, pumpkins, flowers, and more. 6892682. Boone County.
LITERARY - LIBRARIES
Turfway Turns 50: Photographs and Memorabilia, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Recall Turfway’s first 50 years through exhibits. Also on exhibit at Behringer-Crawford Museum through Oct. 31. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 342-2665. Burlington.
LITERARY - STORY TIMES
Toddler Tales, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Young library users, with the active participation of their adults, have fun developing prereading skills through stories, songs, rhymes and activities. Ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 years. Family friendly. Free. 342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Burlington. Bookworms, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Children’s Activity Center. Young library users, with active participation of their adults, have fun developing pre-reading skills through stories, songs, rhymes and activities. Ages 3 1/2 years to 5 years old and up. Family friendly. Free. 342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Burlington.
MUSEUMS
Natural Selection is Not Evolution, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Creation Museum, 2800 Bullittsburg Church Road, Series of displays explores where creation and evolution agree. Includes dog skull and Darwin’s finches displays. Last admission one hour before close. Free with admission: $22.95, $16.95 ages 60 and up, $11.95 ages 5-12. 888-5824253; www.creationmuseumnews.com. Petersburg. Turfway Turns 50: Photographs and Memorabilia, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Recall Turfway’s first 50 years through exhibits. Also on exhibit at Boone County Main Library through Sept. 25. Free with admission: $7, $6 ages 60 and up, $4 ages 3-17, free members. 491-4003; www.bcmuseum.org. Covington.
MUSIC - ACOUSTIC
Melissa Hays, 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Mahogany’s Coffee House and Bar, 3715 Winston Ave. 261-1029. Latonia.
MUSIC - CLASSIC ROCK Metrio, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Chez Nora, 530 Main St. Featuring Mickey Foellger, Eddie Wilbers and Tom Kohlhepp. 491-8027. Covington.
ON STAGE - THEATER
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, 7:30 p.m. Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center, 1028 Scott Blvd. Musical comedy based on 1988 film. $25, $20 members, $18 students. Through Sept. 20. 957-1940. Covington.
RECREATION
Meet Your Match: Singles Trivia, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, For Boone County singles. Ages 18 and up. Free. Registration required, available online. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Burlington. Friday Night Cruise In, 5 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Jane’s Saddlebag, Ryle and Boat Dock roads, Includes vintage cars, music from 1950s and 1960s, $1 hot dogs, free color photo of participant with a car, concessions and more. Free. 384-6617. Union. S A T U R D A Y, S E P T . 5
EDUCATION
Tommy Emmanuel Guitar Clinic, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Willis Music Store Performance Hall, 7567 Mall Road, Tommy Emmanuel conducts instructional guitar clinic for players of any level. $80. Registration required, available online. Presented by Greater Cincinnati Performing Arts Society. 513-484-0157; www.gcparts.org. Florence.
FARMERS MARKET
McGlasson Farms, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. McGlasson Farms, 689-5229. Hebron. Boone County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Boone County Farmers Market, 5866101. Burlington. Kinman Farms, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Kinman Farms, 689-2682. Boone County. 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. Presented by Simon Kenton High School. 803-9483. Independence.
FESTIVALS
St. Cecilia Labor Day Weekend Festival, 6 p.m.-midnight Music by Eight Days a Week, 8:30 p.m. The Brandon Garnett Memorial Fireworks Show, 10 p.m. St. Cecilia Church Independence, 5313 Madison Pike, Food, rides, music and raffle. Presented by St. Cecilia Church-Independence. Through Sept. 7. 363-4311. Independence.
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SPORTS
MIST Softball Tournament, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Late registration 8-8:45 a.m. Pool play 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Double elimination tournament play 3-6 p.m. Rivershore Sports Complex, 7842 River Road, Divisions: B, C, D and Women’s. Concessions available. $350 per team; Spectators free; $25 party pass. Registration for tournament required. Presented by Rivercity Softball League. 586-8500; www.2009mist.com/index.html. Hebron.
SPORTS-REGISTRATIONS & TRYOUTS Upward Basketball & Cheerleading League Registration, 9 a.m.-noon, Big Bone Baptist Church, 11036 Big Bone Church Road, $55. Registration required. 384-1717, ext. 103; www.b3church.com. Union. S U N D A Y, S E P T . 6
ART & CRAFT CLASSES
How to Create Comics, 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Weekly through Oct. 18. Comics2Games, 8470 U.S. 42, The Art Bar. Ages 12 and up. Learn basics of comic book design including script, layout, character creation, penciling and more. Includes $10 gift card and professional comic book grade paper. Includes gallery showing at conclusion. $99. Registration required. 647-7568. Florence.
FARMERS MARKET
McGlasson Farms, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. McGlasson Farms, 689-5229. Hebron. Boone County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Boone County Farmers Market, 5866101. Burlington. Kinman Farms, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Kinman Farms, 689-2682. Boone County.
FESTIVALS
St. Cecilia Labor Day Weekend Festival, 6 p.m.-midnight Music by Little River Band from Australia, 9 p.m. free. St. Cecilia Church Independence, 363-4311. Independence.
HOLIDAY - LABOR DAY
Lagniappe Old Timer’s Day Festival, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Music by Gunpowder Creek, Lagniappe, Keshvar Project, The Side Cars, The Star Devils, The Swells and others. Rabbit Hash General Store, 10021 Lower River Road, Old fashioned games, food booths, local artists and entertainment. 586-7744. Rabbit Hash.
MUSIC - CLASSIC ROCK
Borrowed Time, 9:30 p.m. Shimmers, 1939 Dixie Highway, $3. 426-0490. Fort Wright.
MUSIC - JAZZ
New Sleepcat Band, 7 p.m. Dee Felice Cafe, 261-2365. Covington.
MUSIC - ROCK
A.O.R. a Fabulous 70s Rock Review, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. The Avenue Lounge, 411 Madison Ave. 513-339-1390. Covington.
ON STAGE - THEATER
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, 7:30 p.m. Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center, $25, $20 members, $18 students. 957-1940. Covington.
Labor Day Extravaganza, 9 p.m. Southgate House, 24 E. Third St. Whole House. With Rev. Peyton’s Big Damn Band. Ages 18 and up. $15, $10 advance. Presented by Stop AIDS. 859-431-2201. Newport. Bethany House Fireworks Party, 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Fireworks display 9:05 p.m. Metropolitan Club, 50 E. RiverCenter Blvd. Open bar, hors d’oeuvres, euchre tournament, Monte Carlo games and auction. Reception stations 6:30 p.m. Dessert and coffee stations 8:30 p.m. Program 9:35 p.m. Raffle and silent auction 10:15 p.m. $250. Reservations required. Presented by Bethany House Services. 513-921-1131, ext. 105; www.bethanyhouseservices.org. Covington. Aubrey Rose WEBN Fireworks Spectacular, 4 p.m.-10 p.m. BB Riverboats Newport Landing, 101 Riverboat Row, Belle of Cincinnati. Private party room. Includes hors d’oeuvres, dinner, dessert, beer, wine and fireworks viewing. WEBN broadcasts from this location. Boat doesn’t leave dockside. Benefits Aubrey Rose Foundation. $175. Reservations required, available online. Presented by Aubrey Rose Hollenkamp Children’s Trust Foundation. 513-265-5801; www.aubreyrose.org/fireworksdinner.htm. Newport. Labor Day Fireworks Party, 6 p.m.-midnight, Riverview 360, 175 Fifth St. Includes WEBN fireworks, one hour open bar, hors d’oeuvres, raw bar, salad and stationed buffet. Cash bar available following dinner with entertainment. $250 per couple, includes tax and gratuity. Reservations required. 859-491-5300. Covington.
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There are many activities on the Kentucky side of the river this Labor Day weekend, including Riverfest from noon to 10 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6, at Festival Park Newport, Riverboat Row. It is a family-friendly celebration with food, music and entertainment. Call 912-2509. That night, view the WEBN fireworks. They begin at 9:05 p.m. For more information, visit www.webn.com. Dinner and Labor Day Fireworks Viewing Cruise, 6 p.m. Queen City Riverboats Cruises, 303 Dodd Drive, Board at Queen City Landing beginning 5:30 p.m. Menu on web site. Cash bar. Returns to Queen City Landing after fireworks. $99.99. Reservations required. 859-292-8687; www.queencityriverboats.com. Dayton, Ky. Labor Day Fireworks Viewing and Party, 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Devou Park, 1344 Audubon Road, Drees Pavilion. Includes transportation with shuttles from and back to your vehicle, food, beer, wine, soft drinks, cornhole, music, children’s activities and silent auction. Benefits Behringer-Crawford Museum. $95, $25 children under age 12; additional packages prices available. Registration required. Presented by Behringer-Crawford Museum. 859-491-4003; www.bcmuseum.org. Covington. Labor Day Fireworks Viewing Cruise, 6 p.m. Queen City Riverboats Cruises, 303 Dodd Drive, Board at Queen City Landing beginning 5:30 p.m. Cash bar. Hamburgers and hot dogs available. Returns to Queen City Landing after fireworks. $59.99. Reservations required. 859-2928687; www.queencityriverboats.com. Dayton, Ky.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Rubber Duck Regatta, 3 p.m. Purple People Bridge, Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati and Third Street, Newport, As many as 100,000 ducks race along Serpentine Wall for prizes. Benefits FreestoreFoodbank. $100 for 24; $50 for 12; $25 for 6; $5 per duck. Advance purchase required. 513-929-3825; www.rubberduckregatta.org. Newport. Works for Kids Fundraiser, 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Newport Aquarium, Newport on the Levee, Includes access to aquarium, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, gourmet buffet, music, silent auction and viewing of fireworks. Benefits Children Inc. $100. Reservations required. 859392-2846; www.childreninc.org/worksforkids.html. Newport.
SPORTS
MIST Softball Tournament, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Awards ceremony at Adonis the Nightclub 7 p.m. Rivershore Sports Complex, $350 per team; Spectators free; $25 party pass. Registration for tournament required. 586-8500; www.2009mist.com/index.html. Hebron. M O N D A Y, S E P T . 7
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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Yu-gi-oh!, 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Comics2Games, 8470 U.S. 42, Free-style play. Prizes for top finishers. $6. 647-7568. Florence.
LITERARY - STORY TIMES
Family Storytime, 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Children ages develop pre-reading skills through stories, songs, rhymes and activities. Guardian/parent welcome. Family friendly. Free. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Burlington.
PARENTING CLASSES
Just in Case: Safety-Savvy Parents, 7 p.m. Lents Branch Library, 3215 Cougar Path, Deputy Christine Heckle of Boone County Sheriff’s Office discusses child safety tips, including Internet safety. Ages 16 and up. Free. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 342-2665. Hebron. W E D N E S D A Y, S E P T . 9
FARMERS MARKET
McGlasson Farms, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. McGlasson Farms, 689-5229. Hebron. Boone County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Boone County Farmers Market, 5866101. Burlington. Kinman Farms, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Kinman Farms, 689-2682. Boone County.
FILMS
Movie Night, 6 p.m. “The Godfather.” Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Free. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 342-2665. Burlington.
LITERARY - LIBRARIES
Chess Club, 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Florence Branch Library, 7425 U.S. 42, All ages and levels. Instruction available. 342-2665. Florence.
LITERARY - STORY TIMES
Baby Time, 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Boone County Main Library, Free. 342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Burlington. T H U R S D A Y, S E P T . 1 0
BUSINESS MEETINGS
Small Business Owners Association Meeting, 8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m. Boone County Cooperative Extension Service, 6028 Camp Ernst Road, Timely and topical information for small businesses in forum that is inviting and welcoming. Free. Reservations required. Presented by Small Business Owners Association of Northern Kentucky. 5866101; www.sboanky.org. Burlington.
FOOD & DRINK
Kermit Lynch Champagne Reception and Wine Dinner, 6:30 p.m.Turfway Park, 7500 Turfway Road,Turfway Park Racing Club. Champagne and hors d’ouevres reception followed by six course dinner paired with seven wines. $85 includes tax and gratuity. Reservations required. 647-4845. Florence.
HOME & GARDEN
The Last Leaves of Summer, 7 p.m. Florence Branch Library, 7425 U.S. 42, Members of Northern Kentucky Herb Society discuss harvesting, drying and storing summer herbs. Demonstrations of ways to preserve herbs. Free. Reservations required. 342-2665. Florence.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Magic the Gathering, 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Comics2Games, 8470 U.S. 42, Free-style play. $5. 647-7568. Florence.
FARMERS MARKET
McGlasson Farms, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. McGlasson Farms, 689-5229. Hebron. Boone County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Boone County Farmers Market, 5866101. Burlington. Kinman Farms, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Kinman Farms, 689-2682. Boone County.
FESTIVALS
St. Cecilia Labor Day Weekend Festival, 1 p.m.-9 p.m. Free Kona Ice and Mister Softee Ice Cream, 1-2 p.m. Independence Idol karaoke, 2 p.m. Music by The Van-Dells, 7 p.m. Grand prize drawing for 1962 Corvett or $50,000, 9 p.m. St. Cecilia Church - Independence, 363-4311. Independence. T U E S D A Y, S E P T . 8 PROVIDED
“Dinosaurs Unearthed,” the third most-attended exhibit at The Cincinnati Museum Center, comes to an end on Monday, Sept. 7. It is the first exhibit in the world to feature a set of full-size, feather-covered dinosaur models. Recent discoveries suggest some dinosaurs may have been covered in feathers for camouflage. Tickets are $15, adult; $10, child. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Visit www.cincymuseum.org or call 513-287-7000.
ART & CRAFT CLASSES
Kids on Keys, 1:30 p.m.-2:15 p.m. Music Makers-Florence, 7567 Mall Road, Ten-week music class for ages 4-7. Sing, dance, create and play piano. $175. 513-375-0554 Florence.
PROVIDED
Elaine Youngs, pictured, is one athlete scheduled to compete at the AVP Crocs Tournament of Champions at the Lindner Family Tennis Center, Friday, Sept. 4, through Sunday, Sept. 6. Tickets are $5-$90. Visit www.avp.com.
Life
Florence Recorder
September 3, 2009
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How do we deal with the unfairness of life? Sooner or later we know that life is not fair. It never was. It never will be. Though that fact infuriates us at times, we are powerless to change it. Rather, it presents us with the challenge of what to do with such a life or with the cynical attitude it often engenders. Even though we may be religious-minded people, God does not step in to make our lives fair. Earth is not heaven. Earth is not where all unfairness is righted. As analyst Robert A. Johnson puts it, “The world is not supposed to work. All it does effectively is produce consciousness.” It is to wake us up before we die. It is to create situations that can potentially form us by how we choose and how our egos deal with the inequities that surround us.
Spiritually we are called upon to discover that life is a mystery and a paradox. We’re forged by it, formed by it, made whole by it. Unfairness is such a part of the fabric of life that the most noble spiritual leaders who have lived among us have all been treated unfairly. In fact, it contributed to their nobility. Are we to expect to be treated better than they? Do they not try to teach us how to transcend unfairness? One of the important questions we must ask ourselves at times – and which serves as an indicator of whether we’re becoming cynical through our experience of unfairness, or more whole – is, “How do I behave in the face of things I cannot change? In the face of things that are obviously unfair?”
One of the best real-life examples in someone else’s life was the example George Will wrote of years ago in Newsweek. It was about his son Jon, the oldest of four children. Jon had just turned 21 years old and his father characterized him as a happy and active young man. Yet a crucial fact was that Jon has Down syndrome. George wrote, “… this is a chromosomal defect involving degrees of mental retardation and physical abnormalities.” Then we wrote of his son’s condition words we might all remember, “Jon lost, at the instant he was conceived, one of life’s lotteries, but he was also lucky. “His physical abnormalities do not impede his vitality and his retardation is not so severe that it inter-
Watch for moisture in your house When you own a home, it’s always a good idea to get regular termite inspections to prevent possible infestation. Debbie Harpring and her husband, Todd, had bought a termite inspection and protection plan 10 years ago and recently started remodeling their bedroom. The termites were in the same spot back in 1999. At the time of that last treatment the Harprings had bought inspection and damage repair plans, so they called the termite treatment company. “The inspector came out and informed us right away it was not their problem, it was our problem because there’s too much moisture,” Debbie said. The moisture is in the crawlspace underneath their house and it’s that moisture that attracts termites. Yet, the contract with the treatment company specifically excludes coverage if
there’s moisture. “I didn’t know if we had moisture before or after. I had no idea Howard Ain b e c a u s e Hey Howard! n o b o d y ever said anything to us about moisture being in the crawlspace,” Debbie said. The termite treatment company had conducted inspections three times a year – but they were only checking a termite baiting system located in areas around the house. No one ever checked under the home, in the crawlspace where the termites had been found in the past. There is an access panel to the crawlspace right out back so no one has to be home for the inspectors to check.
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So I contacted the termite extermination company, which sent out an independent inspector. He concluded moisture, as well as termites, caused more than $9,300 damage to the house. The termite treatment company told me it values its long relationship with the Harpring family and so has agreed to pay for the full amount of repairs – both from the termites and moisture – even though it is excluded from its contract. Bottom line, everyone should be aware of, and look out for, any moisture conditions in and around their house. 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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feres with life’s essential joys – receiving love, returning it, and reading baseball box scores. Jon has seen a brother two years younger surpass him in size, get a driver’s license, and leave for college, and although Jon would be forgiven for shaking his fist at the universe, he has been equable. I believe his serenity is grounded in his sense that he is a complete Jon and that is that.” George Will and his family evidently love son Jon very much. He approaches head-on the unfairness of life wrought in their own family, and for Jon, accepting the fact that, through no fault of his own, “Jon lost one of life’s lotteries.” It’s most probable that you and I have already lost some of life’s various lotteries, and may lose some more. Does that need to be
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September 3, 2009
Life
Reader spills the beans with Napa recipe
I was in a meeting the other day when a colleague told me how nice I looked in my magenta and black suit and trendy peep-toe heels. I had to laugh because had he seen me a few hours earlier in tank top and shorts digging potatoes he might Rita have had Heikenfeld a different opinion. Rita’s kitchen But I think I’m a lot like most of you: one look for the professional side and one for the personal side. It’s the personal side that helps keep me balanced in my high-tech world. I guess that’s why today was a perfect day: up early, feed the chickens, pull weeds from the garden, hang clothes on the line with enough time left to can peaches and make wild elderberry and rose petal jellies.
Labor Day’s almost here and I’ve got some good recipes for your celebration.
Napa Valley baked beans
Indian Hill reader Clare Ackerman shared this recipe recently. “Always a hit,” she said. Stir together: 1 can each: kidney, pinto, baked beans, French cut green string beans (drained) 1 jar chili sauce 1 ⁄2 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon or so Worcestershire sauce Bake at 325 degrees for about two hours or so, uncovered. Cover when beans start to thicken, stir occasionally.
My attempt at Uno’s salad dressing
Clermont County reader Monica Friedl loves the blueberry pomegranate vinaigrette dressing from
Uno’s in Anderson Township. Rick Arbic, kitchen manager/chef told me the salad is an iceberg and romaine mix and they add cucumber, tomato and onion, a couple ounces of Gorgonzola and some candied walnuts which they purchase from a vendor. Uno’s dressing is from its food service. Rick told me it has blueberry purée, vinegar, sugar, oil, etc. It’s hard to re-create restaurant dishes – that’s why I always tell you to enjoy them there.
1 cup pomegranate blueberry juice (Kroger has it) 1 tablespoon red onion or more to taste White wine or rice vinegar – start with a tablespoon 1 ⁄2 teaspoon garlic minced Salt and pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil or soybean oil (Uno’s contains soybean) or more to taste Reduce juice to 1⁄4 cup. Let cool. Whisk in rest of ingredients.
My candied nuts
Any nut works here. Uno’s uses walnuts 1 egg white from large egg 1 tablespoon water 1 bag nuts (anywhere from 10-16 ounces) 1 cup sugar 1 ⁄2 teaspoon salt Cinnamon if you like – start with a couple good shakes. Preheat oven to 250 degrees and spray cookie sheet. Mix sugar, salt and cinnamon. Set aside. Whisk egg white and water until frothy. Add nuts and coat evenly then toss in sugar mixture until coated. Pour in single layer on sheet and bake 45 minutes to an hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool and store covered at room temperature.
Rita’s roasted garlic quinoa salad dressing
Carol Yeazell of Springfield Township needs a
recipe for the quinoa salad dressing at Whole Foods in Rookwood. Here’s one I use for quinoa and bulgur wheat salad. I’m thinking a squirt of Dijon mustard would be excellent, too.
1 ⁄2 to 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled Lemon juice to taste (start with 2-3 tablespoons) 2-3 tablespoons canola oil 3 ⁄4 to 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 clove garlic, minced (roasted or not) Chopped mint to taste (optional but so good) Salt and pepper to taste
Whisk juice, canola, cumin and garlic together. Taste for seasonings. Cook one cup of quinoa, let it cool and toss with dressing. Stir in mint and feta. Chill.
Can you help?
Dressing like Whole Foods puts on their quinoa salad
Readers sound off
Several Northern Kentucky, east- and west-side readers are sure happy with the chocolate zucchini bread recipe: • “The best zucchini bread ever.” • “More like a dense chocolate cake than bread – son loves it.” • “The best thing that’s happened to zucchini.”
Tips from readers’
“Parve” means dairyfree.
Coming soon
Jimmy Gherardi’s lemon blueberry pie Rita Nader Heikenfeld is Macy’s certified culinary professional and family herbalist, an educator and author. E-mail her at columns@communitypress.com with “Rita’s kitchen” in the subject line. Or call 513-2487130, ext. 356. Visit Rita at www.Abouteating.com.
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Community
September 3, 2009
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Silver earns gold for strong leadership By Pat Hunt Hoffmann Contributor
Dale J. Silver is golden in leadership circles. Her long involvement with the multiple civic, philanthropic, business and service organizations has earned her recognition as one of Northern Kentucky’s Leaders of Distinction. “Dale is a quiet, thoughtful leader,” wrote Patricia Nagelkirk and Tracie D. Stacy, who jointly nominated Silver for the honor. “She is not one to seek the limelight or aspire to positions of power and influence. She only accepts such positions when the need is both great and unmet.” Such positions have been plentiful over the years, and Silver has stepped up time and time again. She’s opened her heart to the needs of children, animals, the homeless, and the abused. She has helped with the Fur Ball, a fund-raiser for the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and chaired the Hoxworth Blood Center’s annual gala.
Silver sorts and delivers toys for the Steinford Toy Foundation as well as auction items for the Family Nurturing Center’s annual art affair. She helped open the Cold Shelter, regularly cooks hot meals at the Parish Kitchen, and routinely pitches in on cleanup and recycling efforts for the East Price Hill Improvement Association. And she long has supported the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and Leadership Northern Kentucky. “She is someone who has taken initiative, someone who is extremely thoughtful and is always a sensitive, caring person to not just me, but to everyone she meets,” said Andy Tracy of VonLehman Technology, who met Silver through her affiliation with Leadership Northern Kentucky. “I can also speak personally on a work level, where Dale asserts herself as a leader and commands the respect of her co-workers.” Silver is business development director at Von-
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Looking for a new pet? The Boone County Animal Shelter has plenty to choose from, including Boone, a min pin mix, 1 year old. His ID number is D09-2418. Adoption fees for cats or kittens are $89. Fees for adopting a dog or puppy are $119. Call 586-5285.
Vackey, a Corgi mix, 2 years old, is also up for adoption. His ID number is D09-2611.
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Club members holding auction items are, from left, Joyce Foley, Marlene Brown, Marty McDonald and Betsy Conrad.
Luncheon to benefit Women’s Crisis Center The Florence Woman’s Club is sponsoring its popular annual Fall Luncheon and Silent Auction for the benefit of the Northern Kentucky Women’s Crisis Center. The luncheon will be held at the Sheraton Cincinnati Airport Hotel located in Hebron at noon Tuesday, Sept. 15. Tickets are available for
$30 per person. Both women and men are invited to attend. Contact Barbara Crume, 371-5503, for further information and tickets to this event. Reservations must be made by Sept. 8. The Florence Woman’s Club is a 501C(3) nonprofit corporation, so donations to the club are tax-deductible.
Lehman & Co. In addition to serving as a nonprofit board member and volunteer, she is a member of the executive committee of the Chamber and chair of Leadership Northern Kentucky Alumni. Silver chaired Leadership Northern Kentucky Class of
2002. For the 30th anniversary of Leadership, six graduates of the program are being honored as Leaders of Distinction. Besides Silver, honorees are Ted Bushelman, Robert Elliston, Chris Goddard, Michael Ham-
mons and Bob Hoffer. They’ll be recognized during an anniversary celebration Sept. 12. Induction is at the Chamber’s annual dinner Sept. 29. For information, call the Chamber at 859-578-8800.
Pat Hunt Hoffmann is executive counsel at Silver Pinger PR at Powers Agency and a volunteer with the Northern Kentucky Chamber.
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Police reports
September 3, 2009
BOONE COUNTY
wanton endangerment, leaving the scene of an accident at 1750 Wildcat Blvd., July 9. Michael R. Kirkwood Jr., 19, possession of marijuana at Williams Rd., July 9. Travis B. Jones, 21, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia at Pleasant Valley Rd. and Carter's Mill Ln., July 8. John H. Graff, 24, DUI, careless driving at Conner Rd., July 8. Judie L. Gallagher, 46, DUI, reckless driving, operating a motor vehicle on a suspended license at Burlington Pk. and Greenview Dr., July 8. Krystal L. Jones, 24, DUI at 1744 Tanglewood Ct., July 8. Jason R. Tenkotte, 33, alcohol intoxication in a public place at Rogers Ln., July 7. Michael D. Barker, 34, alcohol intoxication in a public place, seconddegree disorderly conduct, fleeing/evading police in the second degree at Deer Trace Dr., July 6. Megan M. Nixon, 23, possession of drug paraphernalia at Centennial Dr., July 6. Richard G. Thorpe, 43, possession of marijuana at U.S. 42, July 15. Elbi Robles, 22, no operators license
Arrests/Citations
William J. Davis, 46, third-degree possession of a controlled substance at Deer Trace Dr., July 10. Roberto Matias, 29, DUI, careless driving at Dixie Hwy., July 10. Cameron M. Jackson, 21, operating a motor vehicle on a suspended license at Donjoy Dr. and Elijah Creek Dr., July 10. Wesley T. Ozment, 25, DUI at 10252 Tiburon Dr., July 10. Bennie J. Wilson, 54, careless driving, operating a motor vehicle without a license at I-75 northbound, July 10. Jeffery R. Harris, 30, operating a mototr vehicle on a suspended license at I-275 westbound, July 10. Julio A. Desolar, 32, DUI at Founder’s Way and Fair Meadow Dr., July 10. Devin M. Muller, 20, possession of marijuana at Main St., July 10. Richard K. Howard, 46, operating a motor vehicle on a suspended license, possession of marijuana at Richwood Rd., July 10. Ryan P. West, 24, DUI, first-degree
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at Interstate 75, July 15. Devon D. Reed, 21, possession of controlled substance at 7350 Turfway Rd., July 15. Brittany R. Adams, 14, purchasing alcohol for a minor at New Uri Ave., July 15. Tracy A. Fields, 44, alcohol intoxication at 7915 Dream St., July 15. Shelly D. Hessling, 44, alcohol intoxication at 40 Cavalier Blvd., July 14. Michael T. Glenn, 47, DUI at Interstate 75, July 14. Matan Ohayan, 18, theft at 5000 Mall Rd., July 23. Donnie L. Casey, 20, theft at 7625 Doering Dr., July 23.
Incidents/Reports Abandoned property
Moped found in back yard at 717 Oakridge Dr., July 24.
Burglary
Doors damaged at residence due to forced entry at 7493 Cumberland Cir., July 7. Residence broken into overnight at 2974 Jennifer Ct., July 7. Construction tools taken from residence at 2942 Park St., July 6.
Attempt to enter building at 3345 Point Pleasant Rd., July 22. Items taken from home at 8057 Camp Ernst Rd., July 23.
Criminal littering
Construction debris dumped at 10134 Old Union Rd., July 21.
Criminal mischief
Fireworks lit off inside victim’s mailbox at 2800 Shamu Dr., July 7. Residence was spray painted by unkown subjects at 14989 Cool Springs Blvd., July 6. Home damaged at 1793 Pioneer Blvd., July 22. Reported at 8318 Dixie Hwy., July 24. Home damaged at 9128 Preakness, July 14. Home damaged at 6144 Fox Run Ln., July 21.
Criminal possession of a controlled substance
Drugs found on suspect at 7350 Turfway Rd., July 15.
Criminal possession of a forged instrument Counterfeit bill passed at 7960 U.S. 42, July 15.
Incident report
Unknown subject wrote check on the
victim’s account at unknown address, July 6.
Lost, mislaid or theft of property Victim lost his wallet at 7659 Mall Rd., July 8.
Possession of controlled substance
Reported at 135 Brookwood, July 23.
Recovery of stolen property
Vehicle found engulfed in flames at Salem Creek Rd., July 24.
Robbery
Reported at 30 Cavalier Ct., July 15.
Theft
Items taken from Road Ranger at 2075 Litton Ln., July 8. Two vending machines broken into at Comfort Inn, July 7. Wedding ring taken from residence at 1037 Whirlaway Dr., July 6. Shoplifting at 635 Chestnut Dr., July 22. Items taken from vehicle at Ky. 237, July 22. Items taken from construction site at Ky. 237, July 23. Identity stolen at 3430 Queensway, July 22. Items taken from vehicle at 12300 Towne Center Dr., July 23.
Items taken from vehicle at Patrick Dr., July 24. Items taken from vehicle at 6914 Oakwood, July 15. Items taken from vehicle at 7380 Turfway Rd., July 14. Shoplifting at 5000 Mall Rd., July 23. Items taken from business at 7375 Industrial Rd., July 20. Bad checks written at 3 Sweet Briar, July 24. Items taken from vehicle at 5635 Idlewild Rd., July 21. Items taken from home at 6554 Broadway St., July 14. Items taken from vehicle at 34 Old Stephenson Mill Rd., July 22.
Theft from auto
Items taken from victim’s vehicle at 10074 Hempsteade Dr., July 8. Clothes and a GPS stolen were taken from victim’s vehicle at 4835 Cornell Dr., July 8. Camera, GPS, and power tools taken from vehicle at 176 Mount Zion Rd., July 7.
Theft of vehicle
Company van stolen at 8347 Dixie Hwy., July 7.
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Rotary hears about small business Bill DiGrezio, a business counselor of the Greater Cincinnati SCORE Chapter 34, talked to the Florence Rotary Club on Aug. 24. The national SCORE organization, partnering with the Small Business Association, provides professional guidance and information to existing and emerging small businesses. There are 389 chapters throughout the United States with over 11,000 experienced business men and women volunteers. These volunteers counsel and educate people who want to start their own business, expand their current business, or purchase an existing business. The local SCORE Chapter 34 covers 19 counties in Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky and Southeast Indiana and has a team of more than 80 volunteer business counselors. SCORE provides free counseling services face-to-face, by telephone or online. SCORE also has a speakers bureau and provides business workshops. Typical workshop topics include the business plan, how to obtain financing,
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Bill DiGrezio, a business counselor of the Greater Cincinnati SCORE Chapter 34, talked to the Florence Rotary Club on Aug. 24. naming your business, market penetration, and cash flow management. Counseling covers all these as well as other topics like licensing and business structuring and restructuring. DiGrezio's message to the Rotary members and to the community at large was
twofold. First, Greater Cincinnati SCORE is here to help beginning and experienced entrepreneurs needing business information. Confidentiality is always assured. Go to www.scoreworks.org for information and a “Request for Counseling” form, or call DiGrezio at
513-684-2812. The Cincinnati office is at 525 Vine St. across from the Fountain Square underground parking garage. The second point was that SCORE needs additional volunteers. SCORE stands for Service Corps of Retired Executives, but volunteers need not be retired. SCORE counselors say the rewards are great. They are able to share the dreams of entrepreneurs, give something back to the community and use and expand their own business experience. This SCORE presentation is typical of the current topics presented at Rotary meetings. The members of Florence Rotary invite you to get to know us. Come to one (or more) of our weekly Monday meetings at noon at the Airport Hilton on Turfway for lunch, fellowship, and to hear talks on a variety of topics. For information about Florence Rotary, contact John Salyers, president at jsalyers7@insightbb.com or 859-653-9399 or visit www.florencerotary.org. Article submitted by Rotarian Chuck Seal.
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FALL BASEBALL REGISTRATION
The Kentucky Amateur Baseball Association (KABA) & the Learn to Play Academy are taking registrations for the
2009 Fall Learn to Play Fall Baseball season. The season starts September 12th with its first practice and concludes October 31. A parent meeting is to be held at the time of the first practice. Individual, group and team registrations will be accepted. Registration form may be downloaded from www.kababaseball.org or picked up at one of the Community Registration dates held at Dick’s Sporting Goods in Florence.
PLAYING AGE(S)
The league uses age to group children into playing divisions. The age of a child on April 30, 2010 (yes, 2010) determines the players league age. The divisions include Tee Ball (ages 3 & 4); Rookie Machine Pitch (ages 4-6) and Machine Pitch (ages 6-8). The league reserves the right to modify player assignments based on the skill level of the child.
WHEN DOES THE SEASON START & ARE PRACTICES OFFERED
The first practice is set for September 12th. Games start September 19th. Practices are conducted during the week and games are played on Saturday. A minimum of six games are offered. Volunteer Coach and parent involvement is encouraged.
UNIFORM & COST
The cost of participating in this league is $75. Players receive a full uniform (hat, shirt, pants and socks) as part of their fee. Insurance is provided in the league participation fee. Uniforms are passed out prior to the first game (September 19th).
COACH/PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
KABA & the Learn to Play Academy will sponsor a number of trainings this year for its coaches and players. Each Coach in the league holds Cal Ripken Coaches Certification.
COMMUNITY REGISTRATION DATES
Register at Dick’s Sporting Goods on Sunday, August 30th, September 6th and 13th from 1 to 4 p.m. For more information, please call Jeff Keener at 859-991-4619.
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Scarecrow Pumpkin Fest Saturday & Sunday 9am to 8pm Kid Friendly 12 & Under $3 Admission Fee September 26th - November 1st - $3 Admission • Children’s Hay Maze • Scarecrow Mascot • Pumpkin Patch • Face Painting • Concession Stands • Hot Chocolate & Candy For Sale • Pumpkins For Sale • Pumpkin Design Station - Draw a Design on your Pumpkin & Carve at Home or Paint on Site! Halloween Garden Train Exhibit ~ Designed by Paul Busse. Is appropriate for all ages. Admission Price 13966 DeCoursey Pike is included with Entry to the Scarecrow Pumpkin Fest. at Kenton Lakes
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September 3, 2009
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Union event focuses on women’s health Community Recorder On Saturday, Sept. 12, a faith-based women’s health conference will take place at Cooper High School in Union. Sponsored by Souled Out Women, a nonprofit organization, the conference will
offer health education forums including an “Ask the Doctor’s Panel.� Cardiology, internal medicine, plastic surgery, obstetrics and gynecology and urology will be among the fields represented. There will be a holistic practioner in alternative medicine.
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Author and faith pastor Dr. Tony Slay will be a special guest of honor. The conference starts at 8:30 a.m. with continental breakfast and live music followed by the doctors’ panel and lunch. Then there will be complimentary health screenings from St. Elizabeth Healthcare, break-out sessions, vendors and gift bags. “We are excited about having the opportunity to bring together such a fine group of professionals for the event,� said Peggy Hale, director of Souled Out Women. “We are also excited about our sponsors which include Walmart, J.C. Penney, Cloud 9 Salon and Curves. And we will also invest back into the community, by donating part of our proceeds to benefit Mercy Maternity Home here in Northern Kentucky.� According to Hale, “We want to encourage and edu-
cate women of all ages about their potential to achieve improved wellness, including physical, mental and spiritual health. We want women to have the information to make more informed health care decisions to improve their physical and mental health, as well as feed their spiritual faith and for them to know and experience the love of Jesus Christ.� Event topics will include heart health, breast cancer, beauty, fashion, mental wellness, nutrition and diet, personal wellness and spiritual health. Tickets are $35 and may be purchased from Souled Out Women by calling (859) 525-1414 or going online at www.souledoutwomen.org. Tickets may also be purchased at the door starting at 7:30 am. Registration is from 7:30 am to 8:30 am. Seating is limited.
BUSINESS UPDATE Offices merge
Crawford Insurance recently announced that it is merging its Florence office with its Bellevue office, effective Aug. 31. The merge coincides with the retirement of Bonita Carroll of Erlanger who has worked for Crawford for 17 years. “Bonita has been the anchor of our Florence office, so when she announced her retirement, we felt the best way to continue to serve our customers was to merge offices,� said Penny Crawford, vice president/partner. “She was very popular with our clients and will be missed greatly.� Crawford Insurance is a family owned and operated,
full service insurance agency specializing in auto, home, business, group and life insurance and financial services. They will continue to operate out of both the Bellevue and Maysville, Ky., offices. For more information, visit www.crawfordins.com.
Second Chipotle opens in Florence
Chipotle Mexican Grill will open its second location in Florence on Friday, Sept. 4., at 7915 Dream St. Hours of operation are 11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. For more information, call the store at 371-3002 or fax at 371-3116.
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Evelyn Barnes
Evelyn Anne Barnes, 77, Florence, died Aug. 27, 2009, at Bridgepoint Health Care, Florence. She was an associate with Denhamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Drug Store and member of Belleview Bottoms Church of Christ. Her husband, Clifford Barnes, died in 1989. Survivors include her son, Roger Lee Barnes of Florence; one grandchild; and two great-grandchildren. Burial was in Belleview Cemetery. Memorials: Belleview Bottoms Church of Christ, Seventh St., Burlington, KY 41005; or American Cancer Society, 297 Buttermilk Pike, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017.
Dolores Beckman
Dolores Jane Hellman Beckman, 85, Covington, died Aug. 24, 2009, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. She was a clerk for Conrail Railroad and member of the National Association of Railway Business Women. Survivors include her daughters, Eloise Ann Decker of Fort Mitchell, Andrea Lee Hardcorn of Perry Park, Dolores Jane Boden of Cincinnati; sons, Albert Joseph Beckman of Covington, Christopher Joseph Beckman of Erlanger; sister, Juanita Warren of Union; brother, John Hellmann of LaGrange; 10 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Memorials: St. Augustine Church, 1839 Euclid Ave., Covington, KY 41014; or Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, 483 South Loop Road, Edgewood, KY 41017. Middendorf Funeral Home, Fort Wright handled the arrangements.
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Burton Bridges
Burton Emile Bridges, 47, of Burlington, died Aug. 22, 2009, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. He was a die cutter for Hennegan Co., played drums in various bands in Northern Kentucky and assistant coach for youth sports. He is survived by his wife, Janet Bridges; sons, Kramer and Conner Bridges, all of Burlington; sisters, Shirley Bradford of Fort Mitchell, Holly Mayerchak of Independence, Dawn Koors of Villa Hills and Lois Edwards of Florence and brothers, Donald Bridges of Walton, Dennis Bridges of Erlanger, Lloyd Bridges of Union and Derf Bridges of Louisville. Entombment was in Highland Cemetery, Fort Mitchell. Memorials: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Burtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Benefitâ&#x20AC;? c/o Any Huntington Bank Branch. Burtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Benefit will be 3-6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Ludlow/Bromley Yacht Club.
Vicky Clarke
Vicky A. Clarke, 52, Florence, a homemaker, died Aug. 27, 2009, in Mt. Vernon, Ky. Survivors include her husband, Allan B. Clarke; daughters, Rhonda Hale of Covington, Christina Lindsay of Mt. Vernon and Ernestine Bretz of Fairfield; sons, Steven Hale of Pikeville and Wayne Downs of Mt. Vernon; sisters, Kimberly Hale and Sherry McNaulty, both of Cincinnati; and 10 grandchildren. Burial was in Arlington Memorial Gardens, Cincinnati.
She was a homemaker and a member of Florence Baptist Church and Florence Eastern Star. Her first husband, Isaac Conrad, and second husband, Robert Jones, died previously. Survivors include sons, Stephen Conrad of Florence and James Conrad of Dry Ridge; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Burial was at Hill Crest Cemetery, Dry Ridge. Memorials: Florence Baptist Church, 642 Mt. Zion Road, Florence, KY 41042.
Arthur Darnell Sr.
Arthur T. Darnell Sr., 89, Morning View, died Aug. 22, 2009, at the Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. He was a retired heavy equipment operator for S.A Ruebel, a machinist for Morris Machine & Tool, a 50-year member of the Ohio Operating Engineers Local No. 18, a World War II Navy veteran, member of the USS Degrasse Reunion Group, Piner Baptist Church, Montana Avenue Church of the Nazarene, Pioneer Senior Group, Masonic Lodge 362 in Amelia, Ohio, the Scottish Rite, Shriners and the Mt. Carmel, Ohio VFW.
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Survivors include his wife, Betty Darnell; daughter, Dinah Hufford of Florence; son, Arthur T. Darnell Jr. (Becky) of Piner; and four grandchildren. Burial was at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery in Williamstown. Memorials: Piner Baptist Church Building Fund, 15044 Madison Pike, Morning View, KY 41063-9664, or Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, 483 South Loop Road, Edgewood, KY 41017.
John Dugan
John Patrick Dugan, 55, Florence, died Aug. 28, 2009, at his home. He was an engineer, owner of Dugan Converting Solutions, member of the Country Cruisers, and Generations Church of the Nazarene in Covington. Survivors include his wife, Patricia Ann Conley Dugan; daughter, Tina Effinger of Fishers, Ind.; stepson John Michael Parry of Huber Heights, Ohio; mother, Phyllis Dugan of Shelbyville, Ind.; sisters, Mary Phillips of Greenwood, Ind. and Susan Dugan of Noblesville, Ind.; and brother, Mark Dugan of Indianapolis, Ind. Burial was in Forest Hill Cemetery in Shelbyville, Ind. Memorials: American Cancer Soci-
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Loyd Early
Loyd Early, 89, Taylor Mill, died Aug. 25, 2009, at Hospice of the Bluegrass Care Center, Fort Thomas. He was a yardmaster for the CSX Railroad and worked 40 years with the B&O Railroad, a World War II Army Air Corps veteran and member of Calvary Baptist Church in Latonia. His first wife, Mary Early, and son, Tommy Early, died previously. Survivors include wife, Ruth Rowland Early of Taylor Mill; sons, Kenneth Early of Fort Mitchell and Douglas Early of Walton; stepdaughter, Sue Rowland of Independence; stepson, Michael Rowland of Lexington; brothers, Robert Lewis Early of Kettering, Ohio and Walter Early of Deer Park; sister, Ruby Wiley of Louisville and five grandchildren. Swindler & Currin Funeral Home, Latonia, handled the arrangements.
Anna Eger
Fellowship Home in Valdosta, Ga. She was a homemaker, nurseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aide and member of Fellowship of Believers in Florence. Her husband, William A. Eger Sr., died in 1999, and her daughter, Carolyn M. Eger, died in 1955. Survivors include her sons, William A. Eger Jr. of Valdosta, Ga., Thomas R. Eger of Florence, Jeffery A. Eger of Taylor Mill and Todd R. Eger of Fort Thomas; daughter, Jo Anna Bennett of Independence; sister, Patty Rump of Covington; 17 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren, and one greatgreat-grandchild. Harrington Funeral Services of Valdosta, Ga., handled the arrangements. Memorials: Senior Services of Northern Kentucky Remembrance Fund, 1032 Madison Ave., Covington, KY 41011.
Anna Mae â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mickeyâ&#x20AC;? Eger, 90, Southgate, died Aug. 29, 2009, at
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Victor Egolf
Victor Charles Egolf, 83, Fort Wright, died Aug. 23, 2009, at Hospice at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. He was a tool and gauge inspector for General Electric, a World War II Navy veteran and member of the Disabled American Veterans. Survivors include his wife, Marion; daughters, Barbara Egolf of Fort Wright, Debbie Schnuderl of Alexandria and Linda Wilson of Newport; sons, C. Dennis Egolf of Louisville and Ron Egolf of Union; sister, Delores Rabe of Erlanger; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Burial was at Highland Cemetery, Fort Mitchell. Memorials: St. Agnes Church, 1680 Dixie Highway, Fort Wright, KY 41011 or American Cancer Society, 297 Buttermilk Pike, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017.
William Kerl
William James Kerl, 63, Florence, died Aug. 24, 2009, in Cincinnati. He was an installer for Ryan’s AllGlass in Cincinnati, a Vietnam Air Force veteran and assistant district commissioner for the Boy Scouts of America. Survivors include his wife, Carol Kerl of Florence; son, Jay Kerl of Williamstown, daughter, Carrie Kerl of Cincinnati; brother, Ray Kerl of Erlanger; sisters, JoAnn Wilke of Bellevue, Rose Goedel of Covington, Patsy Willenborg of Piner, Betty Boese of Bloomington, Ind. and Pauline Stambaugh of Florence, and one grandson.
Lawrence Kiefer
Lawrence “Mike” Kiefer, 86, Fort Thomas, died Aug. 24, 2009, at his home. He was a finish carpenter for Messer Construction, a World War II Navy veteran, member and commander of American Legion Post 327 in Newport. His wife, Wilma Kiefer, died previously. Survivors include his daughter, Donna O’Harrah of Florence; one granddaughter; and three greatgrandchildren. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Newport.
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Ober, died in 2005. Survivors include her husband, Thomas Woodrow Ober of Erlanger; son, Daniel T. Ober of Hebron; daughters, Pamela Faulkner of Dry Ridge and Denise Johnston of Union; 13 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Entombment was in Mother of God Cemetery Mausoleum, Fort Wright. Middendorf-Bullock Funeral Home, Erlanger handled the arrangements. Memorials: Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, 483 S. Loop Road, Edgewood, KY 41017; or Mary Queen of Heaven Church, 1150 Donaldson Road, Erlanger, KY 41018.
Harold McKinley
Harold “Mac” McKinley, 83, of Park Hills died Aug. 22, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Edgewood. He was the original owner of Grandpa’s Ice Cream, former mayor of Park Hills, member of the Northern Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame and a World War II Army veteran. His son, Kevin McKinley, died previously. Survivors include his wife, Loretta McKinley; daughters, Cheryl Foltz of Burlington and Colleen Eldridge of Florence; son, Tim McKinley of Crestview Hills; brother, Eugene McKinley of Latonia and eight grandchildren. Burial was at St. John Cemetery, Fort Mitchell. Memorials: St. Agnes Church, 1680 Dixie Highway, Fort Wright, KY 41011.
Thomas Osborne
Thomas Eugene “Gene” Osborne, 85, Highland Heights died Aug. 22, 2009, at the VA Medical Center in Cincinnati. He was a Navy veteran. Survivors include his wife, Joan B. Kelch Osborne; daughter, Linda Ruth Smith of Erlanger; sons, Gary Thomas Osborne of Greenville, Ohio and Keith Ray Osborne of Fairborn, Ohio; stepdaughter, Heather Waymeyer of Florence; stepson, Robert Smullen of Long Island, N.Y.; eight grandchildren and seven greatgrandchildren. Burial was in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Memorials: To the Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675-8517.
George Michael Jr.
George Michael Jr., 80, Burlington, died Aug. 21, 2009, at his home. He was a transport operator with Consolidated Freightways of Nashville, Tenn. and a member of Florence No. 949 F&A.M. Masonic Lodge. His son, Stephen Thomas Michael, died previously. Survivors include his wife, Mary Jo Michael; daughter, Cindy Jo Beard of Florence; sons, Jerry Michael of Union and Bob Michael of Independence; brother, Carl Michael of Walton; 10 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Interment was at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Charles Palmer Jr.
Charles B. Palmer Jr., 92, Lakeside Park, died Aug. 22, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Edgewood. He was a pharmacist and businessman who founded Palmer Drugs, the owner of the Cabana Supper Club and co-owner of the White Horse restaurant and a real estate developer. His wife, Ethel Voss Palmer, died in 1994. Survivors include his son, Charles B. Palmer III of Lakeside Park; daughter, Janis V. Malley of Union; brother, Howard Palmer of Covington; five grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. Burial was at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Erlanger. Linnemann Funeral Home handled the arrangements.
Jeanne Ober
Jeanne Bromley Ober, 86, Erlanger, died Aug. 29, 2009, at her home. She was a homemaker and purchasing agent for Coppin’s Department Store in Covington, member of Mary Queen of Heaven Church in Erlanger and founding board member of Cherry Hill Athletic Association and Swim Club in Erlanger. Her sons, Stephen and Andrew
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Ronald D. Pyles, 47, Burlington, died Aug. 27, 2009, at Hospice of the Bluegrass Care Center, Fort Thomas. He worked in accounts payable for Omnicare. Survivors include his wife, Sheryl Pyles; brother, Don Danford of Willowood, Ohio; and sister, Susan Vanderburg of Ironton, Ohio. Burial was in Rome-Proctorville Cemetery. Stith Funeral Home, Hebron, handled the arrangements. Memorials: Point Pleasant Church of Christ, 3259 Point Pleasant Road, Hebron, KY 41048.
Carol Reeves
Carol Ann Compton Reeves, 62, Walton, a homemaker, died Aug. 24, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare of Edgewood. Survivors include her husband, Bobby Reeves Sr. of Walton; son, Bobby Reeves Jr. of Florence; daughter, Rebecca Reeves of Florence; sisters, Norma Kinsey of Cleveland, Ohio, Kathy Juray of Brunswick, Ohio, Donna Boyle of Texas, Sharon Bryant of Medina, Ohio, Malina Knable of Fort Collins, Colo.; brother, Dan Compton of Lorain, Ohio; and two grandsons. Memorials: Lupus Foundation of America Mid-South Chapter, 4004 Hillsboro Road, Suite 216-B, Nashville, TN 37215.
Opal Sargent
Opal J. Sargent, 82, Butler, died Aug. 25, 2009, at River Valley Nursing Home, Butler. She was a homemaker, member of Demossville Baptist Church and the Order of the Eastern Star. Survivors include her son, Tom Sargent of Butler; daughter, Phyllis Cummins of Burlington; one grandchild; and three great-grandchildren. Burial was in Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Falmouth. Memorials: Mt. Moriah Cemetery Fund, 314 Ky. 17, Butler, KY 41006.
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Patricia Diane Burgin Shepperd, 52, Gardnersville, died Aug. 27, 2009, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth
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Lillie Sims
Lillie Jo Sims, 81, Florence, died Aug. 26, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Florence. She was a homemaker and a member of Florence Community Church of the Nazarene in Independence. Her son, Jimmy Ray Sims, died in 2008 and daughter, Ruthie Lee Stanforth, died in 1999. Survivors include her husband, James Sims; son, Phillip Sims of Crittenden; daughter, Betty Jo Scudder of Florence; sister, Edith Martin of Greenhills, Ohio; nine grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Burial was at Highland Cemetery, Fort Mitchell. Memorials: Florence Community Church of the Nazarene, 211 Richardson Road, Independence, KY 41051.
Ralph Spaulding
Ralph W. Spaulding, 80, of Demossville, formerly of Kenton County, died Aug. 26, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Grant County. He was a farmer, worked for Pendleton County Schools, ran a milk route, paper route and was a member of Piner Baptist Church. His son, David Spaulding, died in 1993.
Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Rosella M. Finnell Spaulding; daughters, Deborah A. Spaulding of Ludlow and Darla Spaulding Hartley of Brentwood, Tenn.; sons, Daryl R. Spaulding of Demossville and Douglas A. Spaulding of Florence; sister, Wilma Collins of Morning View; nine grandchildren; and three greatgrandchildren. Burial was in Gardnersville Cemetery. Chambers and Grubbs Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Memorials: Piner Baptist Church, 15044 Madison Pike, Morning View, KY 41063; or the Arthritis Foundation, 124 Miami Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45243.
Cassie Wilson
Cassie Jo Murphy Wilson, 26, Dry Ridge, died Aug. 23, 2009, at Hospice Care Center of Northern Kentucky, Fort Thomas. She was a homemaker and a member of Glencoe Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Dennis Wilson Jr.; mother, Doris Sullivan Murphy of Verona and sister, Jamie Thomas of Verona. Burial was at New Bethel Cemetery in Verona. Memorials: Cassie Jo Wilson Memorial Fund, c/o Elliston-Stanley Funeral Home, P.O. Box 130, Williamstown, KY 41097.
Robert Zimmerman
Robert A. Zimmerman, 89, Florence, died Aug. 28, 2009, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. He was a farmer, truck driver for Huey/Lambert Trucking Co., shuttle bus driver for the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, World War II Army veteran and a member of Hopeful Lutheran Church, Florence. Survivors include his wife Catherine, Gilpin Zimmerman; daughters, Donna Gruelle, Glenna Galbraith, both of Walton, Bobbie Craddock of Union and Linda Howe of Walton; sister, Mary Ella Stark of Batesville, Ind.; brothers, Harold Zimmerman of Burlington and Marvin Zimmerman of Erlanger; 10 Grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Burial was in Hopeful Lutheran Cemetery, Florence. Memorials: Alzheimer’s Association, 644 Linn St. Suite 1026, Cincinnati, OH 45203-1742.
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its own food service for guests, so they can spend their entire visit immersed in solitude if they wish, surrounded by tall trees, huge rocks, the castle‘s own hiking trails and plenty of peace and quiet. Or guests can drive the few miles to outside attractions & other dramatic scenery in the Hocking Hills. Ravenwood offers popular “murder mystery” weekends and also plans “medieval dinners”, getaway workshops, and other special events. Facilities are also perfect for small weddings and other festive occasions. The building has no steps into the 1st floor level - a “drawbridge” leads from the driveway to the massive front door and the first floor guest rms. Nearby are caves, waterfalls, lots of hiking trails, a scenic railway, arts & crafts studios & shop, antique malls and much more. There are often midweek discounts and a special “Royal Family” Adventure Package in the summer.
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