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Poll results

The results of the July 8 unscientific poll on our Anderson Township community site at Cincinnati.com/ andersontownship asking readers if the Forest Hills Local School District should conduct a feasibility study before deciding when to place an operating levy on the ballot are:

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Public access TV gets a boost Anderson Community Television is getting more help from the township. At a recent meeting, township trustees gave the public access station an additional $6,000 Take the per month through the end survey of the year. Anderson The resoluTownship is tion continued looking for the supplemental community funding the feedback on trustees authorAnderson ized in January. Community B u d Television. To participate in Gawthrop, execthe survey, go utive director of to www. Anderson Comanderson munity Televitownship.org sion, said the and click on money is from “What’s New!” the franchise fees cable customers see on the monthly bill, not from taxpayers. Gawthrop said Anderson Community Television faced income issues when Union Township pulled out of the system two years ago. “That cut the budget in half while maintaining the same workload,” Gawthrop said. Some of the money was used

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Anderson Community Television technician Andy Croiser, left, and production engineer Shane Reinert work the controls as Executive Director Bud Gawthrop, Finance Director Gail Low and production administrator Nicki Bishop watch. for the mandatory conversion to digital television and Gawthrop said the majority of operating expenses go toward payroll and insurance. Gawthrop said Anderson Community Television is looking for other ways to save money, including using dozens of volunteers and equipment donations. “In the interim, we are researching potential for other funding (that is) substantial and sustainable,” he said.

Possible funding alternatives include grants or commercials, and Gawthrop said the for-profit portion of Anderson Community Television would support the notfor-profit division. Township Administrator Henry Dolive said at a recent meeting the township is evaluating the value of Anderson Community Television to residents and seeking public feedback. Anderson Township resident Linda Colonel said she doesn’t

Forest Hills reluctant to discuss levy By Forrest Sellers fsellers@communitypress.com

How much state funding the Forest Hills Local School District receives in the next two years is a crucial component for Board of Education members deciding when to place an operating levy on the ballot. It appears unlikely, however, that the district will receive any increase in state funding – the district may even receive 1 percent less – next year under a proposed two-year budget currently being hammered out in the Ohio legislature. Under the proposed state budget about two of every three school districts would receive less funding in 2009-2010 than last year. The Forest Hills Local School District, which is rated excellent by the state, recently cut staff – including 22 teachers – and increased fees for junior high and high school extracurricular activities such sports after voters defeated its proposed 6.9-mill continuing operating levy May 5. School board members previously said they would not put a levy on the special election ballot in August.

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Until the state’s two-year budget is approved and district officials know how much state funding the district will receive school board members are hesitant to say when they will put an operating levy on the ballot. Assuming the state budget is approved and funding is known a school district meeting later this month looms as another key factor in deciding the timing of placing a levy on the ballot. A finance meeting is set for 5:30 p.m. Monday, July 27, at the administration building, 7550 Forest Road. Board members said the finance meeting will likely determine how to proceed with an upcoming levy. The meeting will include a discussion on budget appropriations and the extent of state funding

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Eastside residents have made their choice for the very best in The Community Press’ first annual Readers’ Choice Awards. We’re counting thousands of votes and will announce the winners in a special publication in August. Winners of the Kings Island tickets won’t have to wait, however. Those local residents will be announced in next week’s Forest Hills Journal.

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which will be available, treasurer Rick Toepfer said previously. Toepfer said the district has not had an increase in state funding in five Heis years. Board member Forest Heis said he anticipates less money coming in from the state. “I want to see what the effect of the state budget will be as well as (the impact of) cuts that have already been made,” said Heis regarding the timing of a proposed levy. School board President Julie Bissinger was reluctant to discuss the timing of a levy request. “Until we have the budget meeting, I think it is premature to talk about the levy.” Bissinger said the financial outlook from Toepfer, as well as state budget projections, are needed before making a determination of a levy request. School board member Randy Smith said, “To me the timing will depend on what the treasurer comes back with on how feasible

watch Anderson Community Television, but said it’s good the township is supporting the station. “In the best case scenario, we upgrade our equipment and expand availability to residents,” Gawthrop said. “The worst possible scenario would be we sustain where we’re at, which is a good thing.” Anderson Community Television has five full-time staff and more than 20 volunteers. Learn more at www.ac-tv.org.

Public advice? At least one Forest Hills Local School District Board of Education member supports forming a financial advisory committee before deciding whether and when to place a proposed operating levy on the ballot. Forming a financial advisory committee would be a way to get additional expertise and also show accountability and transparency to the community regarding the budget process, said school board member Randy Smith. “This type of committee may help our community better understand the budget process and the extremely complicated public education funding process,” Smith said. School board President Julie Bissinger expressed caution, however, in deciding who would serve on a financial advisory committee. She said the selection process for the committee would need to be “professionally handled” and the district’s treasurer would likely play a vital role. it would be to hold off on a levy an additional year.” Board member Richard Neumann also said additional information is needed before making a decision regarding the levy. Board member Tracy Huebner was unable to be reached for comment.

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July 15, 2009

Official defends her spot on Anderson Twp. mine case By Lisa Wakeland

her previous involvement with the mining company. The Anderson Township Board of Zoning Appeals has been hearing testimony for almost a year on Martin Marietta’s proposal for an underground limestone mine on 480-acres of property near Broadwell and Round Bottom roads. In previous testimony, Peter said she sold software

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Area residents are concerned with a potential conflict of interest in the Martin Marietta case. Andy Curran, of Anderson Township, said he was bothered by remarks made by Anderson Township Board of Zoning Appeals member Jean Peter about

to Martin Marietta. “As a taxpayer, I was kind of upset that we might have someone in that position,” Curran said. “I don’t think it’s in the best interest of the township.” Peter declined to talk about her involvement with Martin Marietta. “The Board of Zoning Appeals does not talk to the press,” Peter said.

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pany in 1998 and was elected as trustee in 2001. Peter said she worked for the sales group of the company in the 1980s and she misspoke at a prior hearing when she said “I” instead of “our group” when referring to the software sale. “I did not sell Martin Marietta anything, and my husband nor I gained nothing from the software sale other than a paycheck as every other employee did,” she said. “It’s ridiculous that the board cannot make friendly conversation and (gestures) to everyone without being accused of impropriety and favoritism. “It is not helpful being scrutinized and criticized by disgruntled public members over small details that mean

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She did address the issue, however, in a July 3 e-mail to other board members and Paul Drury, the township liaison to the board for the Martin Marietta case. “This is the first time in my history as a board member that I find it necessary to write a letter for the record explaining my comments and behavior because of public ignorance,” she said. “I find that appalling.” Peter acknowledged that her husband’s company, Structural Dynamics Research Corp., sold software to Martin Marietta and other Fortune 500 companies. Her husband, Al Peter, is president of the Anderson Township Board of Trustees. He retired from the com-

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Anderson Township will spend $795,000 updating Clough Pike. Township trustees recently authorized the local match for the project, which is aimed at reducing congestion along Clough Pike. Steve Sievers, director of the township’s Development Services Department, said Anderson Township received a $2.1 million federal grant for congestion mitigation and air quality along Clough Pike. “Engineering work is just getting under way,” Sievers said. “It will be a big overhaul when it’s all done.” The project, which won’t be under construction for another few years, includes

reducing curb cuts and defining driveways. Other plans include adding left turn lanes at the intersection of Berkshire Lane and Goldengate Drive as well as at the intersection of Royalgreen Drive and Clough Pike. Coordinating traffic signals for emergency response, constructing continuous sidewalks and relocating the utilities are also part of the project. Sievers has said the changes to Clough Pike should relieve congestion points and improve traffic flow. “I think it will go a long way in showing a sign of investment in the area and (this project) will help maintain this as a viable business district,” he said previously.

See the letters

To see the letter from resident Andy Curran and the e-mail from Jean Peter, go to Cincinnati.com and click on this story. nothing to the decision making process.” Peter said neither she, nor any other board of zoning appeals member, has acted unprofessionally or dishonestly by participating in favoritism. Two board members have recused themselves from the Martin Marietta case because of conflict of interest. Curran said he wrote the letter based on prior testimony and submitted it for the public comment session on June 17. Jean Peter has been on the board of zoning appeals for 12 years.

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The Clough Pike access management project is a coordinated effort between multiple governments and agencies including: • Anderson Township • The Hamilton County Engineer’s Office • The Ohio Department of Transportation • The Federal Highway Administration • The Ohio-KentuckyIndiana Regional Council of Governments

Gary Sammons, coowner of Clough Crossings restaurant, has said he welcomes the changes as long as they do not interfere with his business. Sievers said they expect the first draft of the engineering plans by early 2010, with public meetings to follow.

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Mercy Anderson reduces staff By Lisa Wakeland lwakeland@communitypress.com

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Mercy Hospital in Anderson Township recently went through reorganization and laid off three employees.

Mercy Hospital Anderson recently laid off three employees. Patty Tomley, regional business development director, said the hospital is not reducing size, but is actually growing. “Our goal is like any business,” Tomley said. “We want to run our business in a way that maximizes quality, safety and efficiency ... without com-

promising patient care.” The hospital, off State and Five Mile roads in Anderson Township, also closed one floor with 20 patient beds, but opened another floor with 30 beds, Tomley said. “They needed more space for patient beds,” she said. “Because they were switching floors there was a lot of switching jobs.” The change left three employees without a job and Tomley said the hospi-

tal is working to find them jobs within the Mercy health system.. On Tuesday, Jewish Hospital was sold to Catholic Healthcare Partners, which owns the Mercy system, in a $180 million deal. Mercy President Jim May has said the deal gives Mercy access to patients it doesn’t currently reach. The Anderson Township location is one of five acute care hospitals in the Mercy Health Partners system. Mercy also offers senior

living communities, primary care practices, health and wellness centers, urgent care centers and other services to the community. When the deal between Mercy and Jewish hospitals is complete, the combined budget is expected to be near $970 million. Mercy has pledged to keep the Jewish name and all current employees. They also agreed to invest in new technologies and maintain Jewish symbols and traditions.

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Turpin High School graduates Lauryn Gates, left, and Amanda Bullar study literature for an upcoming trip to Romania. Both will help build a school as part of a project with the International Student Volunteers.

Students travel abroad for building project By Forrest Sellers fsellers@communitypress.com

Turpin High School graduates Amanda Bullar and Lauryn Gates will travel this summer. However, it won’t be a typical vacation. Both are traveling to Romania to build a school with the International Student Volunteers. Gates said the school will serve children in need and provide vocational training for adults. It will be located in a rural area two hours outside of Bucharest. “We picked this project because it focused on children,” said Gates, who is a special education major at the University of Cincinnati. “We thought it was a good match.” Bullar, who is also attending the University of Cincinnati and majoring in early childhood edu-

cation, said she had been looking for an opportunity to study abroad and learn about a different culture. “We will get to interact with the locals,” she said. “This is something outside of our comfort zone, but it will be good for us.” The two-week project will include a variety of tasks such as mixing cement, digging a foundation and brick laying. Gates, 19, said she and Bullar, 20, are looking forward to the experience even though it will likely be down and dirty work. “The benefits of the project will outweigh the physical labor,” she said. Bullar agreed. “I hope to have a new outlook on how lucky I am and make a difference in people’s lives,” she said. Both Bullar and Gates are residents of Anderson Township.

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Eight Immaculate Heart of Mary junior high math students represented the school at the recent Math Counts Competition held at the University of Cincinnati. The team placed 15th out of all 42 teams participating. Team members are, from left: Alex Marcellus, Caroline Castleman, Micaela Taylor, Bryan Corpuz, IHM math specialist Judy Gerwe; second row, Grace Hiltz, Hannah Gonce, Mackenzie Corbin, Grant Tore, Tara Sullivan, Kathryn Marcellus; third row, Dale Lakes and Sarah Hickman. Not pictured, Kristen Ochs.

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Anderson High School recently named the May recipients of Anderson Applauds, an award that recognizes students for various positive traits or actions. They are, from left, Sami Luce, Jimmy Manz, Katherine Nunnemaker, David Sabol, Michael Sears; standing, Tanner Brondhaver, Kara Giesting, Paula Guerra, Claire Hayden, Emily Huffman, Drew Kemp-Baird and Kathy Lehman.

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Thomas Michael Weber Jr. has been named to the 2009 spring semester dean’s list at Wofford College. He is from Mount Washington. • Melissa Pearce recently was named to the spring quarter dean’s list at Ohio State Univer-

sity with a 4.0 grade-point average for her freshman year. Pearce is from Anderson Township.

Academic Merit List

Theresa Renee Singleton has been named to the Wilmington College Academic Merit List for the 2009 spring semester. She is from Anderson Township.

SCHOOL NOTES Dramakinetics

Dramakinetics is looking for children, teens or adult children with disabilities to participate in its summer class in Anderson Township. Each session is five weeks and costs $60. Visit www.dramakinetics.org for summer class schedules. Dramakinetics recently performed at Union Terminal in “Voices of Butterflies.” Participants gain social skills, sustaining friendships, fine and gross motor skill improvements through play, learning new songs, taking stage direction and confidence.

Scholarships

The Aubrey Rose Foundation has awarded a scholarship to Immaculate Heart of Mary student Katie Kehres, who will be attending St. Ursula Academy in the fall. The Aubrey Rose Foundation, started by Jerry and Nancy Hollenkamp in memory of their daughter, Aubrey Rose, who lost her life before her third birthday, chooses students who give back to their community. They feel that Kehres has the qualities to be a lifelong giver.

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Immaculate Heart of Mary students Gretchen Alexandra Enders and Patrick DiS-

alvio are this year’s recipients of the Brother Edward Kesler CFP Christian Student Scholarship. The scholarship was created for deserving eighth-graders to be used toward tuition at a Catholic high school. Criteria include proven willingness to unselfishly serve God and the parish, notable acts of kindness, thoughtfulness, compassion and justice with a commitment to a Catholic, Christian life.

Transylvania award

Anderson High School graduate and Transylvania University junior Kelsey Strasser was honored during Transylvania’s annual awards program. Strasser was given the Student Activities Board Member of the Year Award, which annually recognizes an individual whose contributions to the board and the camStrasser pus community have been outstanding. Strasser is the daughter of James and Michelle Strasser of Cincinnati.

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Music inductees

A new tradition for Anderson High School music students began this school year with the induction of the first group of AHS students into the Tri-M Music Honor Society, a nationally recognized Honor Society whose members are chosen from the chorus, band and orchestra programs on the basis of scholarship, character, leadership and service. Members are, first row from left, Elizabeth Dauterman, Dominique Schiano, Liz Mathias, Amy Clausen, Annie Hobson; second row, Alex Gartner, Alli Turner, Lucas Strakowski; third row, Reid Knuth, Kaitlin Tucker and Drew Kemp-Baird. Not pictured, Megan Sullivan.

CCDS honors students Cincinnati Country Day School recently honored three students as Class Scholars for the 20082009 school year, including Anderson Township resident Max Victor. The Class Scholars, who are seniors, were be recognized during an awards ceremony prior to graduation.

Victor shared his goals as well as his plans for the future.

Max Victor Anderson Township resident

After graduation plans: Attending the Kelley School of Business. Activities while in high school: Football, lacrosse, basketball,

JETS. Plans for the future: A job in the financial sector. Honors/Awards: National Merit Scholar; Life Scout in Boy Scouts. Proudest achievement: “Beating our rival, Summit Country Day (School), 21-0 on homecoming, (and) being named a National Merit semifinalist.”

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High ratings

Five McNicholas High School students recently received awards for their participation in the 2009 Ohio State Science Fair. All were awarded either Superior or Excellent ratings. The students are, from left, Rachel Wadell, Lucy Frey, Charlie Jordan, Amanda Bradley and Michael Nimmo.

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Several area students have been named to the 2009 spring semester dean’s list at Ohio University. They are: Mount Washington: Ashley Bush, Arthur Gildea, Rachel Briedis, Holly Woodruff, James McLeod, Andy Brownfield, Emily Feldman. Newtown: Alison Wright, Sean Johnson, Emily Auvil, Christina Cisneros, Sydney Baker, Elizabeth Slusher, Kathryn Pardekooper, Kelsie Shannon, Sara Ahlrichs, Abigail Schweickart, Hilary Berghausen, Rachel Collins, Nicole Re, Kristin Kelly, Amanda Lonnemann, Jacqueline Mayer, Megan Chalk, Stuart Dapper, Matthew Browersox, Sarah Sulick, Emily Powers. Anderson Township: Emily Smith, Randal Longbottom, Christopher Luessen, Steve Gartner, Mary McCullough, Elizabeth Leugers, Amanda Hawkins, Matthew McGuire, Laura Bosken, Michael Sliwinski, Gregory Mosely, Jacqueline Fulcher, Rachael Philpot, Michelle Tufano, Angela Gable.

Graduates

Stacey Rosalind Stahl graduated from the University of Rochester May 17 with a Bachelor of Science degree in microbiology. The daughter of Judy Rugel-

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Daniel Allan Sweatt and Alison Yvonne Trotter, both of Newtown, graduated from Denison University May 17. Sweatt, who received a Bachelor of Arts degree, was an English (writing) and communication double major. Chosen as a University Scholar, he was a member of the June Orientation staff as well as head resident and resident assistant for the Campus and Residential Life Office. Trotter, who received a Bachelor of Arts degree, was a educational studies (elementary) major and psycholo-

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Thomas Michael Weber, Jr. has been named to the 2009 spring semester dean’s list at Wofford College. A 2005 graduate of St. Xavier High School, Weber is from Anderson Township.

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Jeffrey C. Ganim graduated from Otterbein College June 14 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in sport management. He is the son of Jeff and Susan Ganim of Mt. Washington.

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Bryan Berman, a 2004 graduate of Turpin High School, recently graduated, summa cum laude, from Purdue University with a master’s degree in biology. Berman has been accepted into Indiana University School of Medicine beginning in the fall.

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Meghan K. Weber has been named to the 2009 winter term dean’s list at the Savannah College of Art and Design. A 2008 graduate of St. Ursula Academy, Weber is from Anderson Township.

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Local clubs battle at league finals Forest Hills edges out Turpin Hills By Anthony Amorini aamorini@communitypress.com

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A mere five points separated Forest Hills Swim Club and Turpin Hills Swim Club by the end of the 2009 Seven Hills League Swim Championships. Crowning a host of champions in 78 races, hundreds of children ages 6-18 competed in the event with groupings separated into five divisions for both boys and girls. In the six-team league, Forest Hills took fourth place with 1,840.50 team points as Turpin Hills took fifth place at 1,835.50. Indian Hill Swim Club won its fourth-consecutive title with 2,377 points, followed by secondplace Miami Hills Swim Club (2,300.50) and third-place Terrace Park Swim Club (2,132). The sixth and final team in the league, Normandy Swim Club, took sixth place at 1,121.50 points. Petra Vester, a parent of three Indian Hill swimmers and the coordinator of the swimming chamANTHONY AMORINI/STAFF pionship, was extremely satisfied Hassler Carroll of Forest Hills Swim Club powers through the backstroke portion of the 100-meter with the event, she said. individual medley Wednesday, July 8, during the 2009 Seven Hills League Swim Championships at “It’s very family oriented and a Indian Hill Swim Club. great environment for the kids,” Vester said of the Seven Hills and basketball so these programs League. “They are so excited to are huge (for development),” Wilget their ribbons after the races. son said. “It’s a great way to keep kids in the water and they learn to They are just so proud. “It’s an intense sport but they be part of a team.” Pam Dillion, a co-ordinator for come here and they shine,” Vester the diving championship, has two added. The Seven Hills League Swim children who participate with the Championships were hosted by Forest Hills Swim Club. Pam’s daughter Ashley Dillion, Indian Hill with finals concluding a 22-year old Anderson graduate, Thursday, July 8. The diving portion of the started with the program in 1995. Currently Ashley is a swimchampionships were hosted by ANTHONY AMORINI/STAFF ming and diving coach for the Stephanie Pearce of Turpin Hills Swim Club Forest Hills earlier in the week. For a pair of aquatic sports that club after competing from 1995- cuts through the water while swimming the often fly under the radar, Miami 2005. 50-meter breaststroke Wednesday, July 8, “We have several parents (of Hills Swim Club pool manager during the 2009 Seven Hills League Swim Andy Wilson was quick to explain current team members) who Championships at Indian Hill Swim Club. how important the developmental swam in the league and a lot of the kids come back to coach when said of keeping things in the league is. “It’s not as popular as football they are too old to compete,” Pam Seven Hills League family.

Local Champions, Seven Hills League The 2009 Seven Hills League Swim Championships consisted of a total of 78 races across 10 divisions. Age divisions for both boys and girls included events for 8-and-under, 9-10 year olds, 11-12 year olds, 13-14 year olds and 15-18 year olds. Below is a list of the locals managing to capture league titles with first-place finishes:

don, Marshall Smith, Brandon Brinkmiller), 2:15.83. 15-18 year olds, girls: 1, Turpin Hills Swim Club (Elizabeth Ellison, Gabbie Pettinichi, Stephanie Pearce, Valerie Borger), 2:10.57 set league record.

Team scores

15-18 year olds, girls: 1, Valerie Borger (Turpin Hills Swim Club), 27.91. 15-18 year olds, boys: 1, George Morrison (Forest Hills Swim Club), 25.47.

1, Indian Hill Swim Club, 2,377; 2, Miami Hills Swim Club, 2,300.50; 3, Terrace Park Swim Club, 2,132; 4, Forest Hills Swim Club, 1,840.50; 5, Turpin Hills Swim Club, 1,835.50; 6, Normandy Swim Club, 1,121.50.

200-meter medley relay

13-14 year olds, boys: 1, Turpin Hills Swim Club (Casey Gallagher, Joseph Lon-

25-meter freestyle

11-12 year olds, boys: 1, Joe Berno (Forest Hills Swim Club), 14.26.

50-meter freestyle

50-meter butterfly

13-14 year olds, boys: 1, Marshall Smith (Turpin Hills Swim Club), 30.18.

50-meter backstroke

13-14 year olds, boys: 1, Casey Gallagher (Turpin Hills Swim Club), 32.93.

15-18 year olds, girls: 1, Valerie Borger (Turpin Hills Swim Club), 32.54.

100-meter freestyle

13-14 year olds, boys: 1, Casey Gallagher (Turpin Hills Swim Club), 1:02.77. 15-18 year olds, girls: 1, Valerie Borger (Turpin Hills Swim Club), 1:02.79.

50-meter breaststroke

11-12 year olds, boys: 1, Michael Pettinichi (Turpin Hills Swim Club), 38.22. 13-14 year olds, girls: 1, Rachel Polanco (Forest Hills Swim Club), 37.53. 13-14 year olds, boys: 1, Marshall Smith (Turpin Hills Swim Club), 35.19. 15-18 year olds, girls: 1, Gabbie Pettinichi (Turpin Hills Swim Club), 36.21.

100-meter individual medley

13-14 year olds, boys: 1, Marshall Smith (Turpin Hills Swim Club), 1:08.90. 15-18 year olds, girls: 1, Gabbie Pettinichi (Turpin Hills Swim Club), 1:11.83.

The Kings Soccer Academy U13 Elite soccer team pictured after winning the 2009 Ohio South State Cup Championship. Front row from left to right; Bridgette Hildreth, Lily Weber, Samantha Shoemaker, Madi Velten, Anna Cipollone, Kaitlynn Kiehl, Savannah Carmosino, Alexis Kiehl and coach Paulette Rumpke. Back row from left to right; Katelyn Poehner, Abby Stadtmiller, Abby Weigel, Gabrielle Brokamp, Morgan Verst, Alexis Burdick, Anna Cornacchione.

Kings Soccer Academy sends 2 teams to regionals By Adam Kiefaber akiefaber@nky.com

In a year of being short-handed and injuries, the U13 girls’ soccer team at the Kings Soccer Academy was dealt another blow right before the start of its semifinal match in the 2009 Ohio South State Cup. During warm-ups, goalkeeper Samantha Shoemaker bumped into the goal post, injuring her leg. Shoemaker was rushed to the sidelines and head coach Paulette Rumpke decided that her yearlong starter in goal couldn’t play. That was when Bridgette Hildreth, who hadn’t played or practiced as a goalie for her team, volunteered to fill in for Shoemaker. “That was the turning point for us because everyone was let down and were about to shut down mentally right before the kickoff and they kept it together and came out on top,” Rumpke said. Hildreth ended up with a couple of nice saves in a 1-0 shutout win. The following game, Shoemaker was back in goal for the finals. The U13 team won that game as well, earning a spot in U.S. Youth Soccer Region II Championships in Sioux Fall, S.D. “This group worked extremely hard and have been very dedicated. I am so proud of them,” Rumpke said. “They have put in a lot of time and a lot of hard work.” Rumpke’s team lost its three games in regional, but her squad, if they stick together, will have a chance to get back to the regional next summer. U13 is the youngest age group that can qualify for the regional tournament.

While Rumpke’s team was making their first appearance, Barnard Baker’s U18 team went to the regional for the second consecutive summer in 2009. The U18 squad is made up entirely of high school seniors that have been on the same club team for the past five summers. During that span, the group has participated in three regional tournaments and won the Kentucky State Cup Championship this season. “I think it is a very special group. They have been together since they were 14, which is really rare in club soccer. For this group, it wasn’t going to a different club or getting exposure for college, it was more about sticking together as a team and accomplishing things together,” Baker said. Many of Baker’s players are moving on to play in college. “This was probably one of my favorite teams that I have ever coached,” said Baker who was been coaching for over 10 years. “They are great players, but even better people and they are going to be very successful wherever they go.” Like the U13 team, Baker’s team lost all three of its regional matches, ending its season. On a another note, the Kings Soccer Academy had a U15 girls’ team and U17 girls’ team finish as a finalists this year in the Kentucky State Cup Championships. The organization also had a U10 girls’ team win the Ohio South State Cup Championship and a U12 girls’ team finish as a finalist in that event this summer.

BRIEFLY UC coming to gardens

The University of Cincinnati Bearcat caravan is coming to Salem Gardens, 6-8 p.m., Monday, July 20. There will be autograph opportunities, as well as giveaways. Special guest will be head basketball coach Mick Cronin. Salem Gardens is located at

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The Immaculate Heart of Mary seventh- and eighth-grade girls’ track and field team won the Division One CYO City Championship for the fourth year in a row. The team is coached by Head Coach John Scheidler and Assistant Coach Earl Kehres. From left are Nicole Moser, Kristin Ochs, Katie Kehres, Olivia Fitzpatrick, Kathryn Scheidler, Kate Pettit and Maggie Kent. Not pictured: Kate Gorman, Hannah Klump, Brittany Bryer, Theresa Isemann and Katie Cornell. PROVIDED. SUBMIT PHOTOS TO: MLAUGHMAN@COMMUNITYPRESS.COM

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Anderson Senior Softball As of Thursday, June 25 Team B Hansel, 4-1. Team F Richardson,4-1. Team E Cover. 3-1. Team H Von Bokern, 3-1. Team A Stanley, 2-3. Team D Blackburn, 1-4. Team C Paschka, 1-4. Team G Stropes, 1-4. Team A Hamilton, 5.2. Team D Marion, 5-2. Team H Richardson, 5-2. Team E Ballinger, 4-3. Team F Kohls, 3-4. Team B Roush, 3-4. Team G Bollinger, 2-5. Team C Vetorino, 1-6.

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This month marks the 40th anniversary of man’s first step on the moon. What do you remember about that event? Do you think the U.S. should return to the moon? Why or why not?

“It was July 21, 1969, and I was finishing up a career step in West Virginia, and preparing to move to Cincinnati. “I remember that a co-worker named Dick Longyear was with my wife and I when Neil Armstrong made history; his first words were, ‘Houston - the Eagle has landed.’ “And then came the unforgettable ‘That’s one small step for man, and one giant leap for mankind.’ “I may lack the necessary wisdom and foresight to understand it all clearly, but to be honest, I see no point in any attempts by the U.S. to return to the moon, or explore other planets in the solar system. “The risks will probably always remain incredibly high, the costs astronomical (no pun intended), and the benefits questionable. Bill B. “Unless we clearly would benefit in someway, or it would advance our knowledge in someway, with the fact we do not have the funds. I would have to object to the increased federal spending, which is already out of control. “My hope is that someday both the Republican and Democrat parties will begin to control spending. Excessive taxation leads to destruction of our financial system. “I continue to hope & pray our local township, city and state officials will begin to lead in our objection and bring government back to sanity.” F.J.B. “I remember it like yesterday, I was 12 years old at summer camp in Green Lake, Wisc., we all gathered so excitedly around a very small black and white TV to watch the first step on the moon. The camp was so primitive I have no idea where they got the TV or power cords to hook it up, but it was such an important event the

Next question Do you think the economic stimulus plan is working, or should the federal government implement another round of stimulus packages? Every week the Forest Hills Journal asks readers a question they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answers to foresthills@communitypress.com with Chatroom in the subject line. counselors made sure we all witnessed this. It gave our generation such bright hopes for the future. If a man could ‘walk on the moon’ we could do anything we dreamed to accomplish ourselves. For that wonderful experience, I will be forever grateful.” P.H.S. “I would hope that any return to the moon would be pursued only after the budget is balanced and the national debt is paid off. The International Space Station has already cost $125 billion from various countries. Between that and the recent bailouts I suspect the U.S. could have instead lowered taxes and provided for the legal citizens who need help. Go figure!” T.D.T. “My first thoughts were that I prayed that he was going to be able to get off and that we would not truly have a man on the moon as we used to say as little kids. “We waist so much money on other programs I cannot see why we should not continue with the moon program.” L.S. “I remember this being an almost religious experience. All over the world, people were glued to their TV’s just as we were. “However, I think space dollars would be better spent on a replacement for the shuttle than returning to the moon at this point in time. Later on, yes, we should go back.” D.H. “I was 12 and it was a big deal. Everyone watched it on TV. It was the first year we had color TV. “I don’t see the advantage in going back. If we’re going to spend the money, maybe we should go somewhere else. N.P.

OFFICIALS DIRECTORY Federal U.S. Rep. Jean Schmidt

2nd District includes nearly all the northeastern and eastern Cincinnati communities. Local: Kenwood office – 8044 Montgomery Road, Room 540, Cincinnati, Ohio 45236; phone 791-0381 or 800-784-6366; fax 791-1696. Portsmouth office – 601 Chillicothe St., Portsmouth, Ohio 45662; phone 740-3541440. In Washington, D.C.: 238 Cannon Building, Washington, D.C., 20515; phone 202225-3164; fax 202-225-1992. E-mail: jean@jeanschmidt.com Web sites: www.house.gov/schmidt

U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown

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State State Rep. Peter Stautberg

34th District includes most of eastern Hamilton County. In Columbus: House of Representatives, 77 S. High St., 11th floor, Columbus, Ohio, 43215-6111; phone 614-644-6886; fax: 614-719-3588. E-mail: district34@ohr.state.oh.us

State Sen. Robert Schuler

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The 5th annual Anderson Township 4th of July parade is over and what a great success it was! The committee would like to thank the many volunteers, sponsors, township officials and the fire and sheriff’s departments for their outstanding help. We would also like to thank the residents of Anderson Township for their continued support and exemplary community spirit. What a great community to be a part of! Again, thanks all! Jack D. McQuery Beth Charlton Co-chairs, Anderson Township 4th of July Parade

Nuclear plants equal danger

All those who herald the new nuclear plant at Piketon because of the jobs which would be created are expressing the same jubilation felt when the old nuclear weapons plant at Fernald and Piketon were built back in the

1950s. We know now that in addition to jobs, the nuclear industry brought danger, accidents, environmental contamination, health problems in workers and residents and immense amounts of radioactive waste. The Fernald plant cost $4 billion in taxpayer money to clean up, and monitoring of the waste still there will have to go on forever; Piketon is just the beginning to clean up the waste from its old operation, and the end cost is not yet in sight. A new nuclear power plant would create the most dangerous kind of high-level nuclear waste; a permanent storage site for this waste has not yet been found. If accidents of any kind should occur at a new nuclear plant, it would be taxpayers again who would bear the cost of the cleanup (in addition to the $10 billion it will cost ratepayers to build it). It is possible to address our energy crisis – with genuinely green jobs – without resorting to nuclear power. Carbon-Free, Nuclear Free: A Roadmap for U.S.

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Energy Policy can be downloaded at www.ieer.org/carbonfree/. Carol Rainey Beacon Street Anderson Township

Report highlights water quality monitoring At Greater Cincinnati Water Works (GCWW), we continue to achieve our mission of providing a plentiful supply of the highest quality drinking water and outstanding services to our customers. Our annual Safe Drinking Water Report highlights our extensive water quality monitoring and state-of-the-art treatment process. GCWW performs more than 600 water quality tests each day to ensure high quality water. We are proud that Cincinnati water met or exceeded all state and national health standards in 2008, as it always has. Greater Cincinnati Water Works uses full-scale granular activated carbon (GAC) treatment with on-site reactivation. This method is cited in studies as being extremely effective in removing harmful substances. Diagrams of our treatment processes are contained in the Safe Drinking Water Report. There are new plans to improve this already highly successful water treatment. In 2009 and 2010, GCWW will be installing ultraviolet (UV) disinfection treatment technology at the Richard Miller Treatment Plant. Greater Cincinnati Water Works’ current treatment process of sand filtration coupled with

granular activated carbon treatment serves as an excellent treatment barrier. This, combined with UV disinfection, will David Rager provide a true Community m u l t i b a r r i e r reatment. Press guest tGreater Cincincolumnist nati Water Works will be the first water utility in the country to use sand filtration followed by granular activated carbon treatment and then UV. The addition of UV disinfection parallels the cutting edge research and implementation of our current GAC treatment process. When granular activated carbon treatment was researched, it was found to be the best technology available to remove contaminants in the Ohio River. Today’s research shows that UV disinfection is an optimum technology to address our concerns in an economical way. The U.S. EPA has identified UV disinfection as one of the Best Available Technologies against certain contaminants. The Ohio River and Great Miami Aquifer supply our source water. The Safe Drinking Water

Report contains a map of our service area and, by looking at the report, customers can tell where their water comes from. Source waters are environmentally sensitive. The best way to ensure safe water at the tap is to keep our source waters clean. Greater Cincinnati Water Works is a municipally owned utility providing 136 million gallons of water a day. Greater Cincinnati Water Works currently serves the entire city of Cincinnati, most of Hamilton County, the city of Mason, and parts of Butler and Warren counties, and Boone County in Kentucky. The Safe Drinking Water Report is included in customers’ utility bills from April through June to let customers know about their drinking water and how it compares to national standards. To look at the report, go to www.cincinnati-oh.gov/gcww or call 591-7700 to get printed copies. People served by other water utilities will also receive reports on water quality from their water provider. Customers may check water bills or ask their landlords if they are not sure which utility provides their water. David E. Rager is director of Greater Cincinnati Water Works.

Coates agrees, common sense needed I read with great interest the guest column by our county auditor, Dusty Rhodes, regarding, “It’s time to get back to common sense.” I would have to agree with Auditor Rhodes’ assessment that our county needs to get back to common sense governance. Sure our county commissioners inherited some of the bad decisions of their predecessors and now the country is in a lengthy national recession; revenue is down and investment revenue is virtually nonexistent. However, the commissioners have a higher statutory obligation and responsibility than just rubberstamping the county administrator’s budget recommendations. Due to the commissioners’ 2009 funding budget, this year the

county recorder’s office has reduced its expenditures approximately 23 percent, terminating 33 percent of positions and reducWayne ing supplies by Coates 50 percent. As a fiscal Community conservative I Press guest have always columnist worked to have government live within its means just like we all must do in our own homes. However, as your elected representative, I must warn you that the suggested 2010 reductions of 15 percent to 20 percent will have a devastating effect on the recorder’s

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meeting its statutory obligations, operation and public access. This year, the recorder’s office has already taken in over $3.2 million in receipts for the county general fund, with about half going to the state’s Ohio Housing Trust Fund. So why is the county administration recommending further cuts to an office that actually raises money for the county coffers? The commissioners should fund their statutory offices with statutory obligations before creating additional debts that have nothing to do with their statutory obligations. Yes, I agree with county Auditor Dusty Rhodes, it’s time to get back to “common sense” governance. Wayne Coates is the Hamilton County recorder and a resident of Forest Park.

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From veterinary care to timely vaccinations—and clean and comfortable living conditions to plenty of fresh food and water—healthy, well-cared-for ﬂocks and herds are essential to livestock farming. That’s why it comes as no surprise that Ohio livestock farmers go above and beyond to make sure their animals receive the best possible care.

For an Ohio livestock farmer,

taking animal care seriously just makes sense.

For Ohio livestock farmers, caring for animals is not just a job…

it’s a way of life.

Learn more about animal care on Ohio farms at www.ohiolivestock.org

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PEOPLE

IDEAS

RECIPES

SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

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Lynnette Witsken, left, and Lulu Sekula opened Faux Posh on Clough Pike in April.

Fun, eclectic mix at Faux Posh Lulu Sekula was looking to branch out beyond the restaurant business and took root with Faux Posh. “I’ve always had a dream to have my own shop,” she said. “I like things that catch my eye and have life in them.” Sekula, who collected “fun and interesting pieces” over the years, said she was looking for a place where her daughter could be part of the workday. Together, Sekula and her business partner Lynnette Witsken opened Faux Posh in April, an upscale, resale store that has a vintage and eclectic flair. “You can come here and find something different that no one else is going to have,” Witsken said. Vintage lamps and vases, refurbished armoires and chairs, candles and clothing are just a small sample of the selection at the Clough Pike store. What sets Faux Posh apart from other resale shops, Sekula said, is their take on consignment. Customers can bring a collectible item into the store and Faux Posh will advertise the item on Craigslist. Witsken said they also offer a “personal shopper” service for customers in the market for a specific item.

Faux Posh

6740 Clough Pike, Anderson Township 232-7674 Lulu Sekula and Lynnette Witsken, owners fauxposh@zoomtown.com Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Friday, Saturday; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday; closed Sunday. “We already have access to the auction and estate sale sites, so we’ll keep an eye out and do all the leg work,” she said. Not everything that comes to Faux Posh is ready for sale, so Sekula and Witsken refurbish some items, such as an armoire from the 1920s. “Most of the items are essentially recycled and sometimes we find a diamond in the rough,” Sekula said. “Especially in this economy, we have fun, great finds at a fraction of the cost of going out and finding new items.” Faux Posh also works with local women artisans who sell their crafts at the store. By Lisa Wakeland. Send your “Small Business Spotlight” suggestions to espangler@ communitypress.com.

THINGS TO DO

Scholarship winners

From left are: Robert Shannon, adjutant; Dave Kammerer, assistant principal; and George McDermott, commander.

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Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3627 in Mount Washington recently presented $500 scholarship checks to Turpin, McNicholas and Anderson high schools in memory of Calvin and Eugene Yeager, World War II Veterans.

Moms become McVolunteers 24 and hamburgers and hot dogs last Saturday. In addition to contributions Karen from moms, a large amount of garlic Gutiérrez toast was donated • A couple gallons of marinara sauce is really managing by Tony Thompson, heavy. editor general manager of the LaRosa’s at • Spaghetti will be a cincinnati.momslikeme.com Fourth and Madison gloopy mess if you don’t streets in Covingcoat it with something. ton. • Homemade desserts “I feel so thankmake up for a lot. ful for our Children’s • Moms and dads have a Hospital, and I love what Ronald huge heart for other families in need. McDonald House does for the families Twice now, members of Cincy- there,” Brehm said. “I think that this MomsLikeMe.com have donated, pre- is a wonderful way to give back to our pared and served dinner for families community.” It’s also a way to get young people staying at Ronald McDonald House while their children receive care at involved. They can help in the kitchen Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical before and after dinner. When it’s over, staff people at Center. Doing the meals is a great way to Ronald McDonald House give volunhave a tangible impact on people in teers a tour of the building, so everyneed, as well as introduce children to one learns more about the services provided to families. volunteering. We recommend it! For more information on getting Our efforts began when a Delhi mom, Elisha Brehm, read a post on involved, go to www.rmhcincinnati.˜ our site by a representative of Ronald org and click on “Ways to Volunteer.” The coordinator of meals and McDonald House. Brehm and another mom, Jenn activities is Lisa Davis, at 513-636Wilson of Alexandria, initiated the 2760. Volunteers and donors from Cincyproject, kept track of who was donating what, and made sure we had MomsLikeMe.com included Teresa Alexander of Amelia; Jennifer Arey of enough helping hands. Our members served spaghetti June Westwood; Elisha and Chad Brehm Things we learned while cooking dinner for 125 people at Ronald McDonald House:

Wonders of the world

Anderson Center is hosting the exhibit “The Wonders of the World Around Us” from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Anderson Center, 7850 Five Mile Road, Anderson Township. It is a photography exhibit by Nikon Users Group featuring landscapes, streetscapes, flora and fauna, portraits, architecture, and geometric shapes/artwork. The event is free. The exhibit will continue through July 30. Call 688-8400.

From left are: Robert Shannon, adjutant; Brian D. Pendergest, principal; and George McDermott, commander.

breeds. Proceeds to benefits the Jamaica Mission Team’s trip to My Father’s House, a home for abandoned and orphaned children in Whitehouse Jamaica. Donations are accepted. Call 231-4301.

Festival

Immaculate Heart of Mary Church is hosting the Immaculate Heart of Mary Summer Fun Festival from 6 p.m. to Dog wash Clough United Methodist midnight Friday, July 17, at Church is hosting a Dog Wash Immaculate Heart of Mary from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Satur- Church, 7820 Beechmont day, July 18, at Clough United Ave., Anderson Township. The event features rides, Methodist Church, 2010 Wolfangel Road, Anderson Town- games for all ages, music and food, from 8 p.m. to midnight. ship. The Jamaica Mission Team The festival runs through July washes dogs of all sizes and 19. Call 388-4466.

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Jenn Wilson of Alexandria (left) and Mandy Gerth of Monfort Heights prepare salad for the Ronald McDonald House dinner served by CincyMomsLikeMe.com. and son, Chandler, of Delhi; Katie Folzenlogen of Loveland; Mandy Gerth and daughter, Brianna, of Monfort Heights; Lisa Griffith of Green Township; Rebecca Homan of Norwood; Laura Mester of Fort Thomas; Carolyn Miller-Williamson of Batavia; Erin Nester of Pierce Township, Eileen Pineau of North Avondale; Dyan Price of Ludlow; Melissa Shank of Batavia; Tony Thompson of Covington; Stephanie Thompson of Anderson Township; Jenn and Nick Wilson of Alexandria; Shelli Phelps of Union; and Gillian Woodward of Liberty Township. Thanks everyone! Karen Gutiérrez is managing editor of CincyMomsLikeMe.com. Reach her at Cincinnati@momslikeme.com, and follow local mom topics on Twitter.com/1cincymom.

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THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD T H U R S D A Y, J U L Y 1 6

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

OutPost, 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Carla Wood presents “No Way Out!” Miami Valley Christian Academy, 6830 School St. Non-denominational women’s group. Includes messages and music. Complimentary coffee and refreshments are provided. All ages. Free. Presented by OutPost. 528-1952. Newtown.

LITERARY - CRAFTS

We Made It Ourselves Craft Club, 3 p.m. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road. Different craft each week. Ages 7 and up. Free. Registration required 24 hours in advance. 396-8960. Norwood.

LITERARY - SIGNINGS

Susan Gregg Gilmore, 7 p.m. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road. Author discusses and signs “Looking for Salvation at the Dairy Queen.” 396-8960. Norwood.

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FILMS

Outdoor Movies in the Park, 8:45 p.m. Stanbery Park, 2221 Oxford Ave. Free. Presented by Cincinnati Park Board. 352-4080. Mount Washington.

LITERARY BOOKSTORES

Funtastic Fridays, 3 p.m. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road. Crafts, activities, games and parties. Themes and age appropriateness vary. Free. Reservations recommended. 396-8960. Norwood.

MUSIC - ACOUSTIC

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Summer Concert in the Park Series, 7 p.m. Music by Jake Speed & the Freddies. Beech Acres Park, 6910 Salem Road. Amphitheater. Bring seating. Concessions available. Free. Presented by Anderson Park District. 388-4513. Anderson Township.

ON STAGE - THEATER

The Sunshine Boys, 8 p.m. Walton Creek Theater, 4101 Walton Creek Road. “History of Comedy” retrospective causes grudging reunion of two top-billed vaudevillians. $17. Presented by Mariemont Players Inc. Through July 26. 684-1236. Columbia Township. F R I D A Y, J U L Y 1 7

ART OPENINGS

Frank Herrmann (father) and Zachary Herrmann (son), 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Closson’s Art Gallery Oakley, 3061 Madison Road. Opening reception. Paintings and glass by father and son artists. Continues through Sept. 30 762-5510. Oakley.

LITERARY BOOKSTORES

ART EXHIBITS

MUSIC - CONCERTS

The Sunshine Boys, 8 p.m. Walton Creek Theater, 684-1236. Columbia Township. S A T U R D A Y, J U L Y 1 8

ART & CRAFT CLASSES

Superheroes Rise Up, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Redtree Art Gallery and Coffee Shop, 321-8733. Oakley. 20th Century Abstract Expressionists, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Mary Ran Gallery, 871-5604. Hyde Park. The Wonders of the World Around Us, 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Anderson Center, 688-8400. Anderson Township.

ATTRACTIONS

Airplane Rides, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Lunken Airport, 321-7465. Linwood.

CIVIC

Eastside Yardwaste Recycling Drop-Off Site, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Bzak Landscaping at Turpin Farm, 946-7734. Newtown.

Summer Video Exercise Classes, 9:30 a.m. Anderson Senior Center, 7970 Beechmont Ave. Exercising with Angela Lansbury, Richard Simmons and more. Ages 18 and up. Free. 474-3100. Anderson Township.

Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, 8 p.m. Woodstock: A Flashback. Jeans ‘n Classics guests featuring guitarist Rik Emmett from Triumph. Steven Reinecke, conductor. Wear your tiedye for a chance to win a trip to the Pops’ red hot opener at Music Hall. $20.50-$47; ages 6-12 $12.50 pavilion; Lawn $18, free ages 12 and under. Riverbend Music Center, 6295 Kellogg Ave. Presented by Cincinnati Pops Orchestra. 381-3300. Anderson Township.

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COOKING CLASSES

Cake Town by Busken Bakery, 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Children can decorate cakes in bright summer colors. Busken Bakery, 2675 Madison Road. Handson with “Mayor” of Cake Town Cami Smith. $9.95. Registration required. Presented by Cake Town by Busken Bakery. 871-2253. Hyde Park.

FARMERS MARKET

Anderson Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Anderson Center Station, 7832 Five Mile Road. Food, plant vendors and entertainment. 688-8400. Anderson Township.

FESTIVALS

Immaculate Heart of Mary Summer Fun Festival, 3 p.m.-11 p.m. Music by the Stray Dogs, 5-9 p.m. Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 388-4466. Anderson Township. St. Cecilia Parish Festival, 4 p.m.-10 p.m. St. Cecilia Church, 871-5757. Oakley.

Geocaching 101, 10 a.m.-noon, Stanbery Park, 2221 Oxford Ave. Learn proper etiquette, coordinates and what needs to go inside to hide a cache. Bring GPS or borrow one of ours. Free. Reservations suggested. Presented by Cincinnati Park Board. 7614313. Mount Washington. The Sunshine Boys, 8 p.m. Walton Creek Theater, 684-1236. Columbia Township.

Newtown Farm Market, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Newtown Farm Market, 561-2004. Newtown.

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Clough United Methodist Church is hosting a Dog Wash from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at Clough United Methodist Church, 2010 Wolfangel Road, Anderson Township. The Jamaica Mission Team washes dogs of all sizes and breeds. Proceeds to benefit the Jamaica Mission Team’s trip to My Father’s House, a home for abandoned and orphaned children in Whitehouse Jamaica. Donations are accepted. Call 231-4301. Max, a four-legged member of the Clough United Methodist Church family, will be participating in the Dog Wash. All dogs will receive a free bandana and doggy treats.

NATURE

ON STAGE - THEATER

FARMERS MARKET

Immaculate Heart of Mary Summer Fun Festival, 6 p.m.-midnight Music by the Cincy Rockers, 8 p.m.-midnight. Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 7820 Beechmont Ave. Rides, games for all ages, music and food. Through July 19. 388-4466. Anderson Township. St. Cecilia Parish Festival, 6 p.m.-midnight, St. Cecilia Church, 3105 Madison Road. Food, games booths, entertainment and rides. All ages. Through July 19. 871-5757. Oakley.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Summer Fun Festival, 6 p.m.-midnight. Music by the Bar Codes 8 p.m.-midnight. Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 388-4466. Anderson Township. St. Cecilia Parish Festival, 5 p.m.-midnight, St. Cecilia Church, 871-5757. Oakley.

Paint Your Own Pottery Class, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Funke Fired Arts, 871-2529. Oakley.

ON STAGE - THEATER

EXERCISE CLASSES

FESTIVALS

Afternoon for the Ladies, noon-2 p.m. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road. Vera preview party and Vintage Swanky Hanky Handkerchiefs demonstration. Refreshments. 396-8960. Norwood. Meet an American Girl, 11 a.m. Meet Addy. JosephBeth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road. Learn about the lives of American Girls with games, crafts, refreshments and more. Ages 7 and up. Free. Registration required. 396-8960. Norwood.

Kevin Fox, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. R.P. McMurphy’s Irish Pub & Coffee House, 2910 Wasson Road. $3. 531-3300. Oakley.

Jake Speed & the Freddies

Newtown Farm Market, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Newtown Farm Market, 561-2004. Newtown.

CIVIC

Eastside Yardwaste Recycling Drop-Off Site, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Bzak Landscaping at Turpin Farm, 946-7734. Newtown.

FARMERS MARKET

Hyde Park Farmers Market, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. David Cook, chef demonstration. U.S. Bank Hyde Park, 3424 Edwards Road. Local produce and farm goods, gourmet foods and more. Presented by Hyde Park Farmers’ Market. 561-3151. Hyde Park. Newtown Farm Market, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Newtown Farm Market, 561-2004. Newtown.

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Buttons and Bows Round Dance Club, 7:30 p.m. Anderson Senior Center, 7970 Beechmont Ave. Phase III-IV round dance club for experienced dancers. Ballroom figures: waltz, two-step, cha, rumba, tango and bolero. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427. Anderson Township.

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ART & CRAFT CLASSES

Wheel 2: Intermediate Wheel-Thrown Pottery, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Weekly through Aug. 26. Funke Fired Arts, 871-2529. Oakley.

HEALTH / WELLNESS MUSIC - CLASSICAL

Summer Carillon Concerts, 7 p.m. Richard D. Gegner, carillonneur. Mary M. Emery Carillon, Pleasant Street, Listen in the surrounding park as the carillonneur performs on a keyboard connected to 49 bells inside the tower. Tours of keyboard room and bells may be arranged through the carillonneurs. Free. Presented by Village of Mariemont. 271-8519. Mariemont.

ON STAGE - THEATER

The Sunshine Boys, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Walton Creek Theater, 684-1236. Columbia Township.

SPORTS

River Downs Live Thoroughbred Racing, 2 p.m.-6 p.m. River Downs, 232-8000. Anderson Township. River Downs RaceBook Simulcast, 11:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. River Downs, 232-8000. Anderson Township. M O N D A Y, J U L Y 2 0

CIVIC

Eastside Yardwaste Recycling Drop-Off Site, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Bzak Landscaping at Turpin Farm, 946-7734. Newtown.

Mobile Mammography Unit, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. River Downs, 6301 Kellogg Ave. Fifteen minute screenings. Cost varies per insurance plan. Financial assistance available for qualified applicants. Appointment required. Presented by Jewish Hospital. 686-3300. Anderson Township. CPR Class, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Anderson Center, 7850 Five Mile Road. Includes book. With members of the Anderson Township Fire and Rescue Department. Participants receive a two-year certification. $25. Registration required. Presented by Anderson Township Fire and Rescue. 688-8084. Anderson Township.

LITERARY - STORY TIMES

Tell Me a Storytime, 3 p.m. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road. Story and a themed craft. Ages 4 and up. Free. Registration required. 396-8960. Norwood.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Judas Priest, 7 p.m. PNC Pavilion at Riverbend, 6295 Kellogg Ave. With Whitesnake and Anvil. $79.50, $59.50. Presented by Live Nation. 800-745-3000. Anderson Township.

PUBLIC HOURS

Coney Island, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Rides open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Coney Island, 232-8230. Anderson Township.

FARMERS MARKET

Newtown Farm Market, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Newtown Farm Market, 561-2004. Newtown. Farmer’s Market, 3 p.m.-7 p.m. Municipal Parking Lot, 6876 Main Street, Presented by Village of Newtown. 825-2280. Village of Newtown.

HEALTH / WELLNESS

Mobile Mammography Unit, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Rookwood Commons and Pavilion, 2669 Edmondson Road. Fifteen-minute mammogram screenings. Cost varies per insurance plan. Financial assistance available for qualified applicants.Appointment required. 686-3300. Norwood.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Kid Rock and Lynyrd Skynyrd, 6:30 p.m. Riverbend Music Center, 6295 Kellogg Ave. With Black Stone Cherry. Rock and Rebels Tour. $236 VIP, $86, $56, $30.50 lawn. 800745-3000. Anderson Township.

ON STAGE - THEATER

Footloose, 8 p.m.Anderson Center, 7850 Five Mile Road.Teen-performed musical based on the feature film.Ages 9 and up. $12. Through July 25. 404-4330. Anderson Township.

EXERCISE CLASSES

Zumba Fitness Class, 6:30 p.m. Clough United Methodist Church, 379-4900. Anderson Township.

FARMERS MARKET

Newtown Farm Market, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Newtown Farm Market, 561-2004. Newtown.

LITERARY - SIGNINGS

Lisa Haneberg, 7 p.m. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road. Hyde Park author discusses and signs “Hip & Sage: Staying Smart, Cool, and Competitive in the Workplace.” 396-8960. Norwood.

LITERARY - STORY TIMES Make a Mess at the Manatee, 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. Blue Manatee Children’s Bookstore, 3054 Madison Road. Semi-structured open studio led by Miss Kelli, artist-in-residence. Ages 3 and up with adult. $3. Registration required. 731-2665. Oakley.

SHOPPING SPECIAL EVENTS

THE NANCY AND DAVID WOLF COLLECTION The Cincinnati Art Museum will host family activities from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Aug. 30, at the museum’s Artworld. The exhibit, “Outside the Ordinary,” at the museum through Sept. 13, inspires hands-on, family-friendly activities, including puzzles, sculpture building, art making and more at Artworld. Artworld is free and reservations are not required. Visit www.cincinnatiartmuseum.org. Pictured is “Wall Piece 3644,” by Therman Statom, part of “Outside the Ordinary.”

Shelter Dog Adoptathon, noon-6 p.m. PetSmart Oakley, 3401 Alamo Ave. Adoptable dogs and puppies. Presented by Grant County Animal Shelter. 859-824-9403. Oakley.

SPORTS

River Downs RaceBook Simulcast, 11:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. River Downs, 232-8000. Anderson Township.

PROVIDED

The Cincinnati Opera presents “Carmen” at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, and Friday, July 24; and at 3 p.m. Sunday, July 26, at Music Hall. For tickets call 513241-2742 or www.cincinnatiopera.org.

Life

Forest Hills Journal

July 15, 2009

Death has no favorites – even celebrities die A lot of famous people have died recently and that bothers us. It bothers us because the fact of death bothers us terribly. In every life death anxiety is operative in great and small ways. Leavings and losings are not on our agenda. And the second reason we’re bothered over these recent deaths is because they have shattered our suppositions. We suppose that if a person has prestige, wealth, celebrity and popularity that those facts bring with them a certain degree of immortality. We suppose important people (presuming they are) have a charmed life and are too important to lose. Death is supposed to show them the same favoritism we do and back off. How unsettled we are when we

become aware that death plays no favorites. The day of our death is always thought of as far off. The day we come to know we will eventually die – not know it merely in our minds but realize it in our hearts – that day is the day we become a philosopher. Thereafter we pose momentous questions to ourselves and it takes the rest of our lives to answer them. It’s a sad occurrence when favored people never even let themselves get to the questions. Among the questions that arise are ones such as: How should I live knowing I will die some day? Why love anyone at all if they can be taken away from me, and I from them? Is it better to be cautious and avoid the risk of great love for someone in order to be safe from

the heartache of grief? Is there more life after this world’s life that is even more desirable, or is there only disinand Father Lou tegration dry nothingGuntzelman ness? Is there a God Perspectives who created me, loves me, and keeps me alive eternally? The alternative to struggling with questions such as these is to employ certain defenses against the questions ever arising. Hedonism says we can become impervious to death anxiety if we “eat, drink, and be merry.” Denial says, “Just don’t think about it and keep busy.” Agnostic practicality asks,

“Why try to live life wholeheartedly if it will all end?” Ernest Becker acknowledges this strange way of thinking: “The irony of man’s condition is that the deepest need is to be free of the anxiety of death and annihilation; but it is life itself which awakens it, and so we shrink from being fully alive.” Will it help us diminish death anxiety if we draw back from life, from deeply loving, from compassion and enjoyment and closeness to another person? The answer - like so many other answers – is another of life’s paradoxes. Knowing death will come for us some day is the very factor that makes it possible for us to live life now in an authentic fashion. For what is limited is precious, what is plentiful becomes cheap. Knowing our years are limited

urges us to appreciate their preciousness. Death – rather being only a cause of bleak pessimism – ought to be a catalyst to enjoy authentic life modes now. Poet Mary Oliver puts it well: When it’s over, I want to say: all my life I was a bride married to amazement. I was the bridegroom taking the world into my arms. … I don’t want to end up simply having visited this world. Father Lou Guntzelman is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Reach him at columns@community press.com or contact him directly at P.O. Box 428541, Cincinnati, OH 45242. Please include a mailing address or fax number if you wish for him to respond.

Use cash instead of debit to avoid overdraft charges

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Felts said the government is enacting new credit card laws a n d should reevaluate what the

banks are doing. The Federal Reserve is now deciding whether to crack down on automatic overdraft protection. A rule is expected later this year that would prevent banks from manipulating the order of checks and debits so they maximize overdraft fees.

Meanwhile, Congress is also listening to consumers and a proposal there would require banks to tell customers when they are at risk of incurring overdraft fees 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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The nation’s banks continue to raise fees on everything from credit cards to checking accounts. Banks say they need the money to make up for losses they incur during this recession. But customers and consumer groups are crying foul. Banks have come under much criticism for making it easy for customers to spend more money than they have in their account so they can assess overdraft fees. People like Bridget Felts of Milford are furious. She received three overdraft charges recently and said it’s not fair. “This was for a total of a negative $5.90, and they are charging me, with one fee that was already taken off, $104 – for $5.90. I was just dumbfounded,” Felts said. Felts’ bank had agreed to drop one charge, but not the other two. “It’s a negative $5.90, from what they’re telling me because, if you look at the statement, it shows I have money the whole time – it never went negative. But they keep saying, ‘It’s for pending. It’s for pending,’ ” she said. The “pending” charges are for two debit card purchases of less than $5 each. “We budget our biweekly checks to the penny so $104, that’s our grocery money, that’s our gas in our car. It’s devastating. I was literally begging these people to give me my money back,” Felts said. After several calls the bank agreed to return the fees, but Felts said what happened is wrong. “The punishment should fit the crime. If there’s a negative $5.90 balance, $104 is absurd, it’s absolutely ridiculous … It’s not right. It can take months for families to recoup these losses,” Felts said. “I’m a family of five, every penny counts, and they’re just taking it like, ‘Oh, it’s no big deal,’ ” she said. As with others I’ve seen in this situation, most of the overdraft fees are caused by the use of a debit card. Instead of putting those small charges on her debit card she could have paid cash, and Felts says she’s now learned her lesson. “Use cash. People need to start using cash more often,” she said.

Forest Hills Journal

Life

July 15, 2009

Kids with egg, dairy allergy can still eat cake One of the most fun things about writing this column is the feedback I get from you. No matter where I am, whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the grocery store, Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, teaching a class or speaking to a group, someone comes up and mentions my column. I have always believed t h a t â&#x20AC;&#x2122; s Rita b e c a u s e Heikenfeld this colRitaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen umn isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just about food: itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a â&#x20AC;&#x153;placeâ&#x20AC;? where we gather each week and share recipes, memories, tips, opinions. A good example of this is Michelle Smith, a New Richmond reader, who requested an eggless cake for son Ethanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 4th birthday. Clermont County reader Annie Hoffman, a cottage baker, came to the rescue. The bonus is the cake is dairy-free, too.

Annieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dairy-free, eggless chocolate cake

Annie says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The kids will love this cake.â&#x20AC;? Will make 26 cupcakes, a 9-by-13 pan, a 12-by-9 pan or even an 8-by-8 pan. Annie likes to use a 12by-9 pan or 8-by-8 square for thicker cake. Just adjust the baking time: 18 to 20 minutes for cupcakes; start testing cakes about 25 minutes. When toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s done. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t overbake. Temperature: 350 degrees for all.

3 cups all purpose flour 2 cups sugar 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 â &#x201E;3 cup Canola (she uses Kroger) oil 2 cups water 2 tablespoons white/ clear vinegar 2 teaspoons vanilla Combine dry ingredients in one bowl. Combine wet

ingredients together in one bowl. Mix both together and beat until smooth. Pour into sprayed pan. Annie says cupcakes wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be very tall but will be very moist.

Dairy-free fluffy frosting

Use vegetable shortening, not Crisco or any shortening thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s non-hydrogenated (Annie says it slides off the cake due to formula change to make it non-hydrogenated â&#x20AC;&#x201C; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OK for cupcakes but will slide off sides of cake), so use Kroger or other store, generic brand that says vegetable shortening/hydrogenated. See my tip below. Use any flavor extract you like. 1

â &#x201E;2 cup vegetable shortening 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted 5 tablespoons water 1 â &#x201E;2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 â &#x201E;2 teaspoon almond extract (opt.) 1 â &#x201E;4 teaspoon butter flavoring (Wilton brand since itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a

clear color) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; opt. Put everything in bowl. Mix on low to incorporate. Scrape, then turn on medium for eight minutes. This will incorporate air so donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t skip this step â&#x20AC;&#x201C; otherwise youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll wind up with sugary, not fluffy, frosting. Makes 4 cups. Refrigerates up to six weeks â&#x20AC;&#x201C; bring to room temp and rewhip on low. Chocolate: Start adding cocoa powder to taste, and, if necessary, a bit more water. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Makes the fudgiest frosting.â&#x20AC;?

On the Web

For another good eggless recipe plus tips on making a box cake eggless/dairy-free, log onto my Web version of this column at www.communitypress.com or call 513591-6163 and leave your name and address.

Tip from Ritaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen

Trouble with shortening: If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve experienced trouble with recipes using non-hydrogenated

shortening (that makes it healthier), switch back to hydrogenated. Seems like most trouble is with pie crusts/frostings. I know, I know, hydrogenated shortening is not as healthy as non-hydrogenated but really, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not something any of us eat on a daily basis. Annie and I agree you should use what makes your recipes taste and look great. Otherwise, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re wasting money, time and compromising flavor and appearance.

Like Famous Recipeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s slaw

For Mrs. Whitmer and several others. Go to taste on vinegar, sugar, lemon juice. 1

â &#x201E;3 cup sugar â &#x201E;2 teaspoon salt 1 â &#x201E;8 teaspoon pepper 1 â &#x201E;4 cup milk 1 â &#x201E;2 cup mayonnaise 1 â &#x201E;4 cup buttermilk 11â &#x201E;2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar 21â &#x201E;2 tablespoons lemon juice 8 cups finely chopped cab1

bage 1 â &#x201E;4 cup grated carrots Whisk together sugar, salt, pepper, milk, mayo, buttermilk, vinegar and juice until smooth. Add cabbage and carrots and mix well. Refrigerate at least two hours before serving.

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â&#x20AC;˘ Anderson Townshipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pelican Reefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s slaw â&#x20AC;˘ Precinctâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mac & Cheese I should know soon if the restaurants can share.

Recipe clairfication

Dreamsicle cake: Some readers are confused as to the Kool-Aid called for in the recipe. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1/4 teaspoon and yes, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;'s dry. Rita Nader Heikenfeld is Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certified culinary professional and family herbalist, an educator and author. E-mail her at columns@ communitypress.com with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ritaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchenâ&#x20AC;? in the subject line. Or call 513-248-7130, ext. 356. Visit Rita at www.Abouteating.com.

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Forest Hills Journal

Tropical plants perfect for dressing up deck, patio If you’re looking for those perfect plants to grow on the patio or deck that will take the hot heat from a full sunny area, then I think I’ve got a great suggestion for you. Think tropical! Now if you’re just looking for great foliage, consider tropical plants like crotons, ensete, and banana trees. Great foliage, they love to grow in containers, and they love the sun and the heat. And yes, these will definitely give you a great tropical look. If you’re looking for foliage and flowers, take a look at these plants, which I think also happen to be one of your best bangs for the buck for all summer flowers. In the vining category, for growing on a fence, trellis or arbor, look at confederate star or Madison star jas-

mine. N o w these aren’t true jasmine, but produce jasmine-like fragrant Ron Wilson flowers all In the s u m m e r garden long. They have dark green glossy foliage, can be an aggressive vine, anxd truly add color and fragrance wherever it’s grown. Also in the vining category, consider the mandevillas. Mostly available in pinks and reds, these aggressive vining tropicals will quickly cover any trellis, fence or arbor with beautiful foliage, and produce wonderful tubular pink and or red flowers all summer long.

Looking for a bush or tree look on the patio? Well, keep in mind those wonderful tropical hibiscus. Again, easy to grow, they love the sun, have wonderful dark glossy foliage, and you just can’t beat those huge colorful flowers that tropical hibiscus will give to your patio, all summer long. They come in a wide range of colors, singles and doubles, and guess what? Their flowers are highly edible. So if you have a sunny, hot patio or deck, think “tropicals” for great summer colors. Talk to you next time, in the garden! Ron Wilson is marketing manager for Natorp’s Inc. Garden Stores and is the garden expert for 55KRC-AM and Local 12. Reach him at columns@communitypress.com.

American Heritage Girls are back

American Heritage Girls have again picked up their paint brushes this year in Anderson Township. Recently, girls from AHG Troop 0998 visited Sherwood Forest and painted 25 fire hydrants, giving them a makeover and making them easily seen if ever needed. From left are Kathleen Hillebrand, Julie Farmer (friend), Sarah Sparks, Emily Romick, Regina Daly, Sydney Sparks and Lydia Webb. Additional painters not pictured are Nicole, Ella and Ava Giordano and Kristen Romick. American Heritage Girl Troop 0998 is chartered at Parkside Christian Church and is planning to paint more fire hydrants this summer. PROVIDED. SUBMIT PHOTOS TO: ESPANGLER@COMMUNITYPRESS.COM

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Anderson Township resident Julie Cunningham’s photo “Harrison’s Butterfly” was selected as one of 31 winning photographs from hundreds of submissions in Learning Through Art Inc.’s Kroger Snap Your Neighborhood Photo Contest.

Anderson woman snaps winning photo

Anderson Township resident Julie Cunningham recently was honored for her award-winning photo from the 2008 Kroger Snap Your Neighborhood Photo Competition. The Kroger Snap Your Neighborhood Photo Contest, now in its fourth year, is a juried competition presented by Learning Through Art Inc. and sponsored by Kroger, which is designed to encourage area residents to share snapshots of their neighborhoods in an effort to promote community within the Greater Cincinnati region. Submissions for the 2009 Kroger Snap Your Neighborhood Photo Competition are being accepted

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Dramakinetics seeks participants Dramakinetics is looking for children, teens or adult children with disabilities to participate in its summer class in Anderson Township. Each session is five weeks and costs $60. Visit www.dramakinetics.org for summer class schedules. Dramakinetics recently performed at Union Terminal in “Voices of Butterflies.” Participants gain social skills, sustain friendships, improve fine and gross motor skills through play, learn new songs, take stage direction and improve confidence.

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Drake Murff, 8, of Mount Washington, goes eye to eye with Tampa, the baby alligator from the Zoo.

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where an old fire pit used to be, will get its official christening at Stepping Stones Center’s major fund raiser – Bloom. The outdoor garden party and auction will be Aug. 29 at the Stepping Stones Red Bird Lake in Indian Hill, with huge party tents on the lawn, live music and food. The P&G workers also paid for a visit from Krista Steele, the Cincinnati ZooFrisch’s Outreach Instructor, who brought a long-tailed Kinkajou, a baby alligator, a hedgehog and a bluetongued skink to amaze the children. Besides marveling at the real animals, campers painted ceramic monkeys and hedgehogs with Ann Flynn of Star Glazers pottery, another P&G gift to the campers. The day-long Community Service Day is part of the P&G Live, Learn and Thrive commitment to programs that benefit children. Stepping Stones Center was Cincinnati’s first day camp for children, starting in 1963. Stepping Stones Center is a United Way partner agency with year-round programs serving persons with disabilities from 18 months through 60-plus years. For information on Bloom for Stepping Stones, call Theresa Ciampone at 831-4660, ext. 12. Tickets are $125 per person. Corporate sponsorships and donations for the silent auction are welcome.

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Forest Hills Journal

July 15, 2009

DEATHS Pauline A. Ballman

Pauline A. Ballman, 90, of Anderson Township died July 1. Survived by son, Robert P. (JoAnn) Ballman; grandchildren, Teri Tate, Jason Ballman, Kelly Jensen and Scott Ballman; and four greatgrandchildren. Preceded in death by husband, Robert H. Ballman; father, Paul A. Less; and mother, Arlan Clason. Services were July 2 at T.P. White and Sons Funeral Home.

Merlin E. Folkers

Merlin E. Folkers, 78, of Anderson Township died June 27. Survived by wife of 58 years, Patricia A. Folkers; siblings, Marlys June (LaVerne) Hanson, Leland L. (Beverly) Folkers and Lucinda Folkers Palma. Preceded in death by father, Fred Folkers; and mother, Elma Abens. Services were July 1 at T.P. White and Sons Funeral Home. Memorials to: Zion Lutheran Church, 1175 Birney Lane, Cincinnati, OH 45230; or Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Southern Ohio Chapter, 2300 Wall St., Suite H, Cincinnati, OH 45212.

Margaret O. Hicks

Margaret O. Hicks, 80, of Anderson Township died June 26. Survived by husband, Charles D. Hicks; son, Michael (Amy) Hicks; daughter, Gina (Andy) Stevenson;

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Lawrence A.Knepper

Lawrence Albert Knepper, 56, of Newtown died July 6. He worked for the City of Milford nearly 25 years. Survived by children, Lawrence Allen Knepper and Samantha Knepper; two grandchildren; siblings, Bob (Leslie) Knepper and Sharon Anon; and nephew, Michael Noordsey. Services were July 10 at Evans Funeral Home. Memorials to: Lawrence Albert Knepper Memorial Fund, c/o any National City Bank.

Karen L. Payne-Hoppe

Karen L. Payne-Hoppe, 52, of Anderson Township died June 26. Survived by husband, Mark D. Hoppe; children, Makena and Wolfie Payne-Hoppe; mother, Helen (nee Armijo) Payne; grandparents, George and Angel Armijo; and siblings, Jacque (Ed) Beck, Linda (Clyde) Willett, Michael Payne and Christine (Mark) Bernhardt. Services were June 30 at T.P. White and Sons Funeral Home. Memorials to: Make-A-Wish Foundation, 10260 Alliance Road, Suite 200, Cincinnati, OH 45242.

The church is hosting their Summer Concert Series at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15. The concert features Breadbox, an a cappella group, with local praise singers Reneé Fisher and Julie Maguire. The event is rain or shine. The concert is free, but the church is accepting canned goods and personal items for the Inter Parish Ministry’s Choice Pantry. The church is at 8119 Clough Pike; 474-2237.

Anderson Hills United Methodist

The church is hosting a Healing and Wholeness Service at 6 p.m. the fourth Sunday of each month. It is a special prayer service for those seeking God’s hand in times of physical, emotional and spiritual troubles. The church is offering a Cancer Support Hotline. If you or someone you know is in need of assistance with a cancer diagnosis, call the church’s Cancer Support Hotline (231-4172) to talk to a cancer survivor or caregiver. Mothers of PreSchoolers (MOPS) is a time for women with children ages birth through kindergarten to relax and receive helpful insights that meet the needs of moms. Meetings are the first Thursday of the month. (Childcare available.) For more information or to register, call Rhonda at 910-4313 or e-mail rhkirch@fuse.net. The church is at 7515 Forest Road, Anderson Township; 231-4172; www.andersonhillsumc.org.

Clough United Methodist

The church is hosting a Dog Wash from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 18. Members of the Clough United Methodist Church Jamaica Mission Team will be washing dogs of all sizes and breeds. Donations will be accepted for the mission team’s trip next June to My Father’s House, a home for abandoned and orphaned children in Whitehouse Jamaica. For information about My Father’s House, visit www.jaminjamaica.com. For more information about Clough UMC, visit www.cloughchurch.org. The church is hosting Clough

About religion

Religion news is published at no charge on a space-available basis. Items must be to our office no later than 4 p.m. Wednesday, for possible consideration in the following edition. If you are having a special service, rummage sale, dinner, bazaar, festival, revival, musical presentation, holiday services or special activity that is open to the public, send us the information. E-mail announcements to foresthills@communitypre ss.com, with “Religion” in the subject line. Fax to 248-1938. Call 248-8600. Mail to: Forest Hills Journal, Attention: Religion news, 394 Wards Corner Road, Suite 170, Loveland, Ohio 45140. Unplugged, an additional midweek service. The informal “comeas-you-are” service is from 7 p.m. to 7:50 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 20. Nursery care is provided. The Summer sermon series is “Facebook Pages of Old Testament Friends.” The church is at 2010 Wolfangle Road, Anderson Township; 2314301.

Marjorie Yancey, 88, of Anderson Township died June 28. Survived by daughters, Lynn (Charlie) Sollberger, Eileen (Dave) Hurst and Diane Sue (Peter) YanceyLassmann; sisters, Marlene (Tom) Latham, Patsy (late Ed) Herndon and Estelle (Paul) McMullen; grandchildren, Denise (Deni) Robey, Michael (Tahelia) Wagner, Jennifer (Chuck) Hepburn and Shannon (Ben) Harwood; and great-grandchild, Ashley Harwood. Preceded in death by husband, Kenneth Elwood Yancey; father, Stanley Krumer; and mother, Anna Drahman. Services were July 1 at T.P. White and Sons Funeral Home. Memorials to: Alzheimer’s Association - 644 Linn Street, Suite 1026, Cincinnati, OH 45203; or American Heart Association, 2936 Vernon Place, Cincinnati, OH 45219.

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Rock Church ministry for sevenththrough 12th grade meets the third Saturday of each month 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Features DJ, dancing, games, prizes and concessions. The church is at 6800 School St., Newtown; 271-8442.

Linwood Baptist Church

The church is hosting the Summer Parking Lot Concert Series from 7 to 9 p.m. the second Wednesday of August and September. The event includes free entertainment and refreshments; bring your lawn chairs, family and friends. Aug. 12 will be announced. Sept. 9 features Blue Tip (classic rock). The church is at 4808 Eastern Ave., Linwood; 231-4912.

Mount Washington Presbyterian Church

The church’s summer worship schedule is at 8:30 a.m., worship will be on the east lawn. At 10 a.m., worship will be in the sanctuary. Office hours will also change for the summer. They are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The church is at 6474 Beechmont Ave.; 231-2650; www.mwpcchurch.org.

Zion Lutheran Church

Worship services are held weekly at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., both services offer nursery care and children’s church is available for the 11 a.m. service. A variety of interesting Christian education opportunities are offered for young children, youth, high schoolers and adults at 9:45 a.m., between worship services each week. The church is at 1175 Birney Lane, Mount Washington; 231-2253.

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BAPTIST CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH (513) 891-5122

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513-321-5856 Bill Rillo, Pastor Sunday Worship Services: 11:00am & 6:00pm Sunday School: 9:45am Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00pm www.hydeparkbaptistchurch.org

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. GERTRUDE PARISH Church (513) 561-5954 • (513) 561-5020 School Miami Ave & Shawnee Run Rd. www.stgertrude.org Mass Schedule Daily: 7:00, 8:00 & 11:30AM Saturday: 4:30PM Sunday: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00AM 12:30 & 6:00PM

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE First Church of Christ, Scientist 3035 Erie Ave 871-0245 Sunday Service and Sunday School 10:30am Wednesday Testimonial Meeting 7:30pm Reading Room 3035 Erie Ave

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AMERICAN BAPTIST

3850 E. Galbraith, Deer Park Next to Dillonvale Shopping Ctr www.TrinityCincinnati.org 791-7631 Worship Service - 10:00AM Sunday School - 10:15AM Pastor Randy Wade Murphy

INDIAN HILL Episcopal Presbyterian Church 6000 Drake Rd, Cincinnati, Ohio 45243 Phone 513-561-6805 Fax 513-561-0894 Sunday Worship 8am & 9:30am

Jeff Hill • Minister

www.connectionscc.org Worship Service 10:30am Sunday School 9:15 am

FAITH CHRISTIAN

FELLOWSHIP CHURCH (Preaching the Gospel of Hope) 6830 School Street (Newtown)

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Dr. R. Edgar Bonniwell, Sr. Minister

LUTHERAN ASCENSION LUTHERAN CHURCH

7333 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery (East of I-71 on Pfeiffer Rd) Worship Schedule 10:00 a.m. Worship and Holy Communion Baby sitter provided Pastor: Josh Miller ascensionlutheranchurch.com

Good Shepherd (E LCA) www.goodshepherd.com

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UNITED METHODIST 7515 Forest Rd. at Beechmont Ave 231-4172 Sr. Pastor Mark Rowland Ann Luzader, Mike Carnevale Traditional Service 8:30 & 11:00am Contemporary Service 9:30 & 11:00am (Nursery care from 9:15am-12:15pm.) Sunday School for Children & Adults at 9:30am & 11:00am. Youth Fellowship (grade 7-12), 6-8pm. www.andersonhillsumc

ARMSTRONG CHAPEL UMC

5125 Drake Road in Indian Hill

561-4220

NorthStar Vineyard Community Church

Sunday 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Loveland High School, off of Rich Rd. 683-1556 www.northstarvineyard.org

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

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

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Sunday Services 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30 AM

Nathan Custer, Stanley Lawrence, Assoc. Pastors Lee Tyson, Pastor to Students Traditional Worship in the Old Chapel worship 8:20am Traditonal Worship in the Sanctuary 9:40am Contemporary Worship in the Sanctuary 11:11am Christian Education at 8:20, 8:45, 9:40 & 11:00am Youth Christian Education at 9:40am Nursery Care at 9:40 and 11:11am Youth Ministeries Wednesday Nights at 7:00pm

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Greg Stover, Senior Pastor

Come Share God’s Grace With US

CHURCH OF THE SAVIOUR 8005 Pfeiffer Rd Montgmry 791-3142 www.cos-umc.org Guest Speaker

Traditional Worship 8:20am & 11:00am Contemporary Worship 9:40am Sunday School (All ages) 9:40 & 11am

513.753.1993 vineyardeastgate.org

Knox Presbyterian Church Observatoryy & Michigan g Aves (513)321-2573 Rev Thomas D York,, Pastor Rev Christena A Alcorn, Assoc Pastor Sunday Worship Service 9:15 & 11:00am Sunday School & Child Care Wheelchair Accessible

Nursery Care Provided

Dr. Cathy Johns, Senior Pastor Rev. Doug Johns, Senior Pastor

MADEIRA-SILVERWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH www.MSPConline.org

2010 Wolfangel Rd., Anderson Twp. 513-231-4301 Sunday Worship: 10:30am with Childrens Church & Nursery Thursday “Unplugged” Service 7:00pm 6/11-8/20, with Nursery

8000 Miami Ave. 791-4470 Summer Worship at 10:30am Children’s Church during worship Child Care Available

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MT. WASHINGTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 6365 Corbly Road 513-231-3946 Rev. Thomas A. Gaiser Worship Service 10:00am Nursery Provided Visitors Welcomed "A Family in Christ and a Beacon of God’s Love for Over 150 years"

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UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Building Homes Relationships & Families Sundays 9:15am & 10:45am

HERITAGE UNIVERSALIST UNITARIAN CHURCH

2710 Newtown Rd. 231-8634 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. Sunday School classes and nursery care for children and youth

“One Church, Many Paths” www.huuc.net

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST United Church of Christ in Oakley

8221 Miami Rd. (corner of Galbraith)

513-891-8181

NEW 9:30am Service -Innovative & High energy

Traditonal Services 8:45 & 11:00am Sunday School 9:30 & 11:00am www.stpaulcommunityumc.org

4100 Taylor Ave 871-3136 E-Mail uccoakley@juno.com

www.community-cleveland.com/cc/uccoakley Judy Jackson, Pastor

Sunday Worship 10:00am Adult Bible Study 9:00am, Youth Sunday School 10:00am Childcare provided for Infants and Toddlers “Partners with Jesus in the Community and the World”

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July 15, 2009

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POLICE REPORTS

ANDERSON TOWNSHIP

Deception to obtain dangerous drugs

Nathan J. Ritter, 27, 6531 Graf Drive, littering, July 1.

Arrests/citations

Bradley W. Cooper, 22, 7106 Grantham Way, theft, June 26. Anne B. Baker, 22, 308 Mcgregor, theft, June 26. Devin T. Jernigan, 21, 308 Mcgregor, theft, June 26. Stephen M. Drain, 18, 1246 Homestead, criminal damage, resisting arrest, underage possession of alcohol, disorderly conduct while intoxicated, June 29. Joe Ratliff, 21, 8422 Ohio 32, drug abuse instrument, June 24. Carlos A. Valencia, 25, 4720 Ridge Ave., falsification, obstructing official business, June 28. Christopher A. Duke, 40, 7234 Beechmont, operating vehicle under influence, driving under suspension, obstructing official business, June 22. Kimberly Robinson, 45, 919 Baccarat Drive, theft, June 29. Tina M. Early-Lewis, 49, 549 Miller Road, deception to obtain dangerous drugs, drug possession, July 1.

Reported at Mercy Anderson at State Road, July 1.

Incidents/investigations Assault

Male was assaulted at 1310 Beacon, June 22. Female was assaulted at AJ’s at 6735 Kellogg Ave., June 29.

Burglary

Golf clubs taken; $2,779 at 5761 Chestnut Ridge, June 24. Video game player, games, etc. taken; $550 at 8221 Asbury Hills, June 29. Forced entry made at 7189 Bluecrest, June 23. Bike taken; $250 at 7329 State Road, June 23. A ring, currency, etc. taken; $10,650 at 7461 Ginger Lane, June 25.

Criminal damage

Mailbox damaged at 6257 Lilbur, June 26. Windows broken at 1046 Eversole Road, June 28. Outside lighting damaged at River Bend Music Center at Kellogg Ave., June 29.

Criminal mischief

Locks damaged in residence at 8466 Clough Pike, June 26.

Criminal trespass

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Trespassing on balcony at 1963 Flintshire Court, June 25.

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Misuse of credit card

Female stated credit card used with no authorization at 430 Trailview, June 30.

Passing bad checks

Three bad checks issued to Bigg’s; $586.91 at Beechmont Avenue, June 30.

Theft

Wallet, etc. taken from Coney Island Sunlite Pool; $140 cash at Kellogg Ave., June 24. Bag containing wallet, etc. taken at Coney Island at Kellogg Ave., June 23. Tiller taken; $349 at 878 Watchcreek, June 24. Money taken from Salem Gardens; $200 at Salem Road, June 20. Anchor, battery, etc. taken from boat at Washington Marine at Kellogg Ave., June 24. Entry made into Coney Island avoiding payment at Kellogg Ave., June 26. Cell phone taken at 1177 Altadena Ave., June 28. GPS unit taken from vehicle at 8187 Beechmont, June 29. Camera taken at 2084 Eight Mile Road, June 26. Change taken from vehicle at 1412 Pembridge Drive, June 30.

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About police reports Clothing taken from Macy’s; $369 at Beechmont Avenue, June 29.

CINCINNATI DISTRICT 2 Arrests/citations

Jacklyn S Teater, born 1977, theft under $300, 2100 Beechmont Ave., July 2. Angel Lucille Addison, born 1985, unauthorized use of property, 1500 Sutton Ave., July 1. Paris Raphael Johnson, born 1990, disorderly conduct, 2200 Salvador St., July 6.

Incidents/investigations Aggravated robbery

1800 Beacon St., July 1.

Breaking and entering

3600 Russell Ave., June 26.

Burglary

2300 Beechmont Ave., June 29.

Grand theft

2200 Salvador St., June 27.

NEWTOWN

Arrests/citations

Bobby Long, 33, 6320 Beechmont Ave., bench warrant, June 15. Joseph Gosney, 22, 3662 Bristol Lake, bench warrant, June 16. Darius Shokoohe, 19, 5339 Moeller Ave., bench warrant, June 16. John Hamons, 26, 904 Mohawk Trail, bench warrant, June 17.

The Community Press publishes names of adults charged with offenses. The information is a public record and does not imply guilt or innocence. To contactpolice: • Anderson Township: Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, Lt. Mike Hartzler, District 5 Joseph Epstein, 25, 6158 Blossom Lane, driving under suspension, June 17. Brian Phillips, 19, 7118 Baribill Place, bench warrant, June 17. Karen Lovins, 25, 530 Glenrose Lane, bench warrant, June 18. Lea Barker, 22, 550 Sonny Lane, bench warrant, June 18. Kristina Wuebben, 22, 6538 Minne Luken Drive, bench warrant, June 18. Charles Mays, 24, 7195 Ohio 123, drug abuse, paraphernalia, June 18. Paul Creed, 20, 4212 Allendorf Drive, bench warrant, June 19. Eric Mullins, 21, 4721 Section Ave., bench warrant, June 19. Christopher Behrman, 23, 6814 E. Plum St., driving under suspension, June 19. Henry Davis, 33, 755 Mt. Hope Ave., bench warrant, June 20. William Burckard, 20, 6841 School

commander, 825-2280. • Cincinnati District 2 – California and Mount Washington: Capt. Douglas Wiesman, District 2 commander. Kelley Macbeth, neighborhood officer, 352-3591. • Newtown: Tom Synan, chief, 561-7697 or 825-2280. St., bench warrant, June 20. Charles Stewart, 46, 10 Montgomery Way, driving under suspension, June 20. Joseph Huppertz, 40, 776 Delhi Ave., driving under suspension, June 21. Rhonda Cisco, 40, 4260 Mt. Carmel Tobasco, driving under suspension, June 21. Alan Benjamin, 31, 5615 Happy Hollow Road, bench warrant, June 23. Samantha Smith, 22, 2230 Salvador St., bench warrant, June 23. Kevin George, 33, 5825 Gray Road, bench warrant, June 24. David Bowling, 43, 7897 YMCA Road, bench warrant, June 26.

Incidents/investigations Theft

Male reported this offense at 3642 Church St., June 22.

ANDERSON TOWNSHIP FIRE & EMS RUNS Monday, June 22

1:26 a.m., Clough Pike, medical emergency 2:03 a.m., Brooke Avenue, diabetic emergency 8:55 a.m., Broadwell Road, person injured

7:06 p.m., Winstone Court, possible heart attack 8:54 p.m., Coldstream Drive, medical emergency

Tuesday, June 23

5:16 a.m., Stutly Court, sick person

12:42 p.m., Stirrup Road, allergic reaction 1:26 p.m., Watchpoint Drive, trouble breathing 3:47 p.m., Turpin Hills Drive, carbon monoxide detector activation, no CO 4:22 p.m., Oysterbay Drive,

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12:41 a.m., Emerald Glade Lane, person injured in a fall 1:44 a.m., Clough Pike, assist back to bed 1:48 a.m., Broadwell Road, road freight or transport vehicle fire 4:49 a.m., Beechmont Avenue, sick person 12:40 p.m., Beechmont Avenue, sick person 1:29 p.m., Interstate 275 Hwy, sick person 4:40 p.m., Beacon & Sherman, medical emergency 5:06 p.m., Beechmont Avenue, sick person 6:03 p.m., Ridgepoint Drive, assist back to bed 6:38 p.m., Merlin Court, head injury 7:19 p.m., Birchdale Court, medical emergency 7:54 p.m., Beechmont Avenue, sick person 9:09 p.m., Summithills Drive, trouble breathing 9:26 p.m., Kellogg Avenue, head injury 11:18 p.m., Paddison Road, water or steam leak

Thursday, June 25

1:12 a.m., Salem Road, back pain 6:40 a.m., Beechmont Avenue, trouble breathing 7:44 a.m., Bartels Road, smoke detector activation, no fire unintentional 9:34 a.m., Beechmont Avenue, person injured in a fall 11:06 a.m., Northport Drive, person injured 3:42 p.m., Asbury Hills Drive, person unconscious/unresponsive 6:18 p.m., Beechmont & Five Mile, auto accident/person injured 10:54 p.m., State Road, person injured in a fall 11:51 p.m., Corbly Road, auto accident/person injured

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12:07 a.m., Eastland Terrace, chest pain 12:18 a.m., Beechmont Avenue, medical alarm 1:02 a.m., Emerald Glade Lane, medical emergency 2:49 a.m., Vancross Court, carbon monoxide detector activation, no CO 3:00 a.m., Maycliffe Place, power line down 3:01 a.m., Clough & Candlemaker, power line down 3:08 a.m., Collinsdale Avenue, electrical wiring/equipment problem, other 3:18 a.m., Collinsdale Avenue,

power line down 4:13 a.m., State Road, alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 4:16 a.m., Turpin Hills Drive, chest pain 4:45 a.m., Salem & Maycliffe, power line down 5:56 a.m., State Road, alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 6:04 a.m., Beechmont Avenue, medical alarm 6:37 a.m., Beechmont Avenue, sick person 10:42 a.m., Burney & Salem, auto accident/person injured 10:46 a.m., Clough & Copperleaf, power line down 11:34 a.m., Sandcliffe Drive, sick person 12:06 p.m., Beechmont Avenue, auto accident/entrapment 12:11 p.m., Caledon Lane, arcing, shorted electrical equipment 4:02 p.m., Markley Road, smoke or odor removal 7:08 p.m., Beechmont Avenue, smoke detector activation due to malfunction 7:30 p.m., Eight Mile Road, trouble breathing 8:07 p.m., Nordyke Road, sick person 8:22 p.m., Newtown Road, hyperthermic emergency 10:45 p.m., Orchard Drive, person injured in a fall

Saturday, June 27

3:44 a.m., Forest Road, medical emergency 11:02 a.m., Bartels Road, alarm system sounded due to malfunction 11:04 a.m., Citadel Place, allergic reaction

Sunday, June 28

12:58 a.m., Salem Road, carbon monoxide incident 3:31 a.m., Vaquera Place, person injured in a fall 4:09 a.m., Forest & Beechmont, person assaulted 6:15 a.m., Goldengate Drive, back pain 8:37 a.m., Beechmont Avenue, false alarm or false call, other 9:36 a.m., Holidayhills Drive, sick person 11:29 a.m., Beechmont Avenue, trouble breathing 12:27 p.m., Clough Pike, trouble breathing 1:29 p.m., Beechmont Avenue, natural vegetation fire, other 3:46 p.m., Asbury Road, person injured in a fall 4:45 p.m., Beechmont Avenue, non-breather/cardiac arrest 5:15 p.m., Immaculate Lane, person injured in a fall 5:19 p.m., Kellogg Avenue, trouble breathing 8:37 p.m., Beechmont Avenue, sick person

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BUSINESS UPDATE Marketing roundtable

The Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce will conduct a marketing roundtable noon-1 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at the Anderson Center, 7850 Five Mile Road. The give-and-take session is designed to cover a wide spectrum of business marketing issues. Roundtables are free to Chamber members. The public may attend one complimentary session only before becoming a member. Marketing roundtables are facilitated by Bob Howard of BoLa Marketing. For more information, call 474-4802.

Anderson Days events

The Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce will host a dunking booth and a silent auction during the

Greater Anderson Days July 24-26 at Beech Acres Park. Dunking booths will be open 5-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 5-9 p.m. Sunday. The auction tent will be open 5-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 5-8 p.m. Sunday. For more information, call the Chamber at 4744802 or visit www.AndersonAreaChamber.org.

Grand opening, career event

Liberty National Life Insurance Company, a subsidiary of the Torchmark Corporation, will hold a grand opening and job interview event Wednesday, July 22, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Cincinnati - Blue Ash, 5901 Pfeiffer Road. Interviews are at 9 a.m., noon, 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. The company is seeking

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

The rooms are only half of the reason to come to The Doolin House. Owners Charles and Allison just happen to both be chefs. Some of the breakfast specialties include Caramel Banana French Toast and Southern Eggs Benedict (2 fried green tomatoes topped with 2 slices of smoked bacon, 2 eggs over easy and Hollandaise). Chuck is usually in charge of breakfast and tries to do new and different things every day. Chef Chuck pointed out, “It’s fun to experiment with breakfast. It’s the one meal that encompasses all foods. It’s perfectly acceptable to see smoked salmon or a pork cutlet at the breakfast table. ”For those in no rush to rise and shine, breakfast in bed is served at no additional charge. When you need a weekend get away that’s not too far from home or you are planning your summer vacation to beautiful Lake Cumberland, remember that The Doolin House Bed and Breakfast is only a phone call away.

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adjusting priorities. And, as people near retirement, they may want guidance about living on a fixed income. Anyone who is struggling financially can benefit from meeting with a professional credit counselor, who is trained to provide a realistic review of finances, give credible information and worthwhile advice, and help set priorities to fulfill a

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CHALET VILLAGE www.chaletvillage.com Cozy cabins to luxurious chalets Fully furnished, hot tubs, pool tables. Check SPECIALS, availability and book online 24/7, or call 1-800-722-9617 GATLINBURG. Affordable rates. Fully furnished. 1-8 bdrms. Chalets, Cabins, Privacy, Views, Hot Tubs, Jacuzzis, Fireplaces. 1-800-235-2661 www.alpinechaletrentals.com

HILTON HEAD. Beautiful 1 BR, 1 BA condo on beach nr Coligny. Sleeps 6. Many amenities, discounted rates June-Aug $750/wk; Sept, Oct $550/wk. 513-829-5099 HILTON HEAD ISLAND 1-7 Bedroom Vacation Homes & Villas. Free color brochure. Call 1-866-386-6644 or visit www.seaturtlegetaways.com

Nr Powell NORRIS LAKE. Valley Marina. 2 BR/1BA, very nicely furnished home. Covered porch, deck. $95/nt. 423-562-8353 www.norrislakehse.com

Hilton Head Island, SC

Visit www.hhisland.info and plan a getaway with Seashore Vacations. Our beach is free. Specials available for golf, tennis, dining, more. Visit our

site or call toll free: 800-845-0077.

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

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

A Beautiful Log Cabin Resort w/heated indoor pool, minutes from Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mtns. Breathtaking mountain views, hot tubs, Jacuzzis, pool tables & pet friendly cabins are offered. Excellent rates, discounts available. Call 1-888-HSR-TENN (477-8366) hiddenspringsresort.com

www.AUNTIEBELHAMS.com Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge. Vacation in a beautiful log cabin or chalet with hot tub, Jacuzzi, views & pool tables. Call about specials! 800-436-6618

TIME SHARES WHOLESALE TIMESHARES 60-80% Off Retail! Qualified Buyers Only! Call for Free Info Pack! www.holidaygroup.com/cn 1-800-731-0307

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Forest Hills Journal

July 15, 2009

FURNITURE SOLUTIONS Your

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