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Flames faded; curtain rises

Halloween hours

Trick or treat times in local communities (all times are for Saturday, Oct. 31): • Loveland: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

• Miami Township: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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Please send your brief letter to Santa to Melissa Hayden, Santa’s Helper, 394 Wards Corner Road, Loveland, OH 45140 or via e-mail to mhayden@ communitypress.com. Be sure to include your child’s name, age, the community you live in and the Community Press paper you read, as well as a telephone number we can use to contact you if we require additional information. You may also include a nonreturnable photogaph (or JPG image) that may appear with your letter. Letters and photos are due no later than Friday, Nov. 13.

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THE FLAMES

The glow of fire shows above the roof of the Loveland Stage Company Theater while firefighters spray water from a ladder above.

THE ASHES

CARA OWSLEY/STAFF

A woman’s shoe is seen in debris after an October fire started in the costume room of the Loveland Stage Company.

Entire community has played a role in theater’s rebirth CHUCK GIBSON/CONTRIBUTOR

THE REBUILDING

City Manager Tom Carroll (center) and Loveland Stage Company President Pat Furterer in front of the burned-out theater.

THE REBIRTH

The rebuilt front of the Loveland Stage Company theater, with a poster promoting the “Miss Saigon” performance.

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ny is just a couple weeks away from turning the lights on the biggest opening night in its 30 year history.

“Miss Saigon” directed by Deirdre A year ago, Pat Furterer colDyson and produced by Pat Furterer, lapsed and cried as she watched will open Friday, Nov. 6. flames rip through the roof of the “It’s been difficult hanging on to Loveland Stage Company Theater. that vision when the theater was One year and one day later the only half there,” Dyson said. “The memory of that fateful night still cast is really right where they brings tears to her eyes. The LSC should be. I think it will be pretty president said the local theater comclose to my original vision.” pany has experienced a year filled It is a tough story about the fall with highs and lows since the fire. of Saigon that Dyson hopes will “Thank God there have been deliver a message of “love conquers more highs than lows,” Furterer all” and show the pain and suffering said. inflicted by war.

Within hours of the Oct. 20, She believes 2008, fire, Lovethe audience l a n d - S y m m e s “We are coming back and it’s because of the people of the response will be Fire Chief Otto measured in a Huber informed community; a sincere thank you to the community from the bottom variety of ways. the theater com- of our hearts.” pany that firePat Furterer The most obvious is applause and fighters had startPresident, Loveland Stage Company laughter, but this ed a fire fund. one has the abiliThe very next morning Furterer was back at the Review” performances and a Grand ty to jerk some tears, according to theater when she saw Mary Rose Finale event and auction helped Dyson. It is a musical – some call it a modern day version of Madam Stiver, they shared a hug and the raise about $150,000 in cash.

“From two $5 bills from some- Butterfly – filled with lots of powernext day she received a “big fat check” from her. That was pretty body I knew couldn’t afford it to a ful song and dance routines.

“My goal is the audience will $10,000 donation,” Furterer said. much the beginning.

“All of a sudden there is a flower “It comes from nowhere, it just say, ‘Wow!’” said Marjory Clegg, the choreographer. “‘The Morning of blooming again; there’s life coming comes.”

It wasn’t all money. Countless the Dragon’ is a big number and I again,” she said.

There were weeks and weeks of hours of labor was done by volun- think the audience will be wowed board meetings to decide if they teers; first to clean up the debris and by that.”

“I love to go in and watch the should stay and rebuild. City offi- then to paint and build. There were cials met with the theater company “in-kind” services donated by many audience and see the smiles and lisand encouraged them to stay contractors throughout the rebuild- ten to the applause,” Furterer said.

“Even if I’m not on the stage, I love because they draw a lot of people ing process.

“I don’t think there is a business the applause. It’s music to my ears. that otherwise don’t come to down“We are coming back and it’s in historic Loveland who hasn’t town Loveland.

“The decision was made to helped,” Furterer said. “People like because of the people of the comrebuild the theater where it stands,” Dave Welsh, who has been there munity; a sincere thank you to the community from the bottom of our Furterer said. “Then you have to every day like a loyal puppy dog.”

Now, one year and one day after hearts.” decide how you’re going to come up the fire, the Loveland Stage Compawith the funds.”

By Chuck Gibson

loveland@communitypress.com

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CHUCK GIBSON/CONTRIBUTOR

Loveland Stage Company president Pat Furterer has wiped away the tears and is wearing a smile as the theater readies for reopening with “Miss Saigon” Nov. 6.

About ‘Miss Saigon’

Opening night: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6 Evening performances: Nov. 6, 7, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21 (7:30 p.m. each night) Sunday matinees: Nov. 8 and 15 (3 p.m. each day) General admission: $19 seniors/$16 students For reserved seating call Theresa at 513-697-6769 All performances held at the Loveland Stage Company Theater, 111 S. Second St., Loveland “Parental discretion advised, contains adult language and situations.”

Note: This is the first community theater production of “Miss Saigon” in Ohio.

More about Loveland Stage Company at: www.loveland stagecompany.org

Insurance amounted to about $237,000, but didn’t come close to replacing the lighting, sound equipment, costumes and other things collected in 30 years of producing quality stage performances. The next step was to form a fundraising committee.

“Bless her heart, Deirdre Dyson stepped up and said ‘I’ll do it,” Furterer said. “She’s very good at it.

Then we started in with the kickoff Jan. 10.”

The biggest thing they did was a mass mailing to the community and patrons of the arts. Creative events like a road rally, several “Broadway

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Michael Collins 1. Interestingly enough I comment about the two abolished positions, as reported in the “Milford-Miami Advertiser” Aug. 26, in my campaign Web site electmichaelcollins.com.

Tim Pennington, community relations director position at an annual salary of $55,000, was eliminated as well as Cindy Huxel, community resource director at an annual salary of $54,000.

The township has approximately 200 employees, which may qualify it for one the largest if not the largest employer in the township.

I would not hire a consulting firm to analyze the township’s employees and positions. I would look at other townships in the area (it is public record) and ones of similar size and see what they

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are doing as to total number of positions and employees in such township. I also feel that a review of township salaries to see if they are in line with the private sector to include that benefit packages are also parallel between township and private sector. A head count comparing the private sector to the government sector can be helpful to see if departments in both are using similar numbers of employees/positions. Other townships may well be doing more with less and such could be employed here, thus reducing a tax burden on the township residents. Resourcing the township associations at varies levels of government could produce ideas and plans that have worked well in other typical townships.

Mark Keitel 1.

One method of streamlining the township’s resources is to focus on those core responsibilities of the township: Police, fire, roads and stop delving into areas where it has no business: Entertainment, energy and real estate speculation. As many businesses are finding out, reducing employee headcount is another method to cut benefit and payroll expenses.

While two township employees have already been recently relieved of their duties, there are others in the administration that could have their duties assumed by others.

Karl Schultz 1.

All jobs in the township are constantly being reviewed for efficiency and utility. It was a difficult decision to eliminate the two positions we did because it affected dedicated township employees and their families.

Simply put, the positions were not providing the return on investment expected and changes had to be made.

Technology improvements have helped us streamline operations. This includes a

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2. Miami Township seems to be one of the only government entities in the county not struggling because of the rocky economy. Why is that? Is there truly no budget crises in Miami Township?

3. A $900,000 parcel of land was recently purchased by the trustees to house the service department and renovate the police department.

Do you think this was a good investment for the township? If so, how would you justify spending the money to residents?

4. The township’s recreation department has several programs ranging from summer camps to various classes. Is there a need to spend so much money on recreation with events like MidSummer at the Meadows? Are residents taking advantage of these services?

5. Miami Township also provides good police, fire and public works services.

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Are icy and snowy roads treated quickly?

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new township Web site developed economically by using in-house personnel. The improved site provides residents with access to many years of meeting minutes online. This provides better service and access for our residents while reducing township manpower and costs.

The township is also increasing the life span for vehicles and equipment. The purchase of quality equipment and increased emphasis on maintenance, including keeping equipment undercover out of the weather, is expected to add at least one year to life spans.

Travel and training costs are being reduced by using techniques such as “train the trainer” and using training locations closer to the township. We are looking at working closely with other local government entities to become a local training center for the region to provide better training and help offset the cost of training for the township.

Mary Makley Wolff 1.

The township had the opportunity when Larry Fronk was appointed administrator to get a fresh look at our management team structure.

After 19 years with one administrator it is necessary to ask the question “why are we doing it this way?” The board of trustees tasked Larry with the job of recommending what changes if any are needed to keep us fiscally sound, and efficient, while also deciding what skills sets we might be needing for the future. Eliminating jobs is not something anyone in any organization takes lightly but it is always necessary to evaluate all options, especially when the current and future economic indicators signal that there may be trouble coming down the road.

Two ways that can and are being evaluated currently are: A. Training and travel costs for all departments: Utilizing our building and partnering with other governmental entities to share training costs. Using technology to bring training on-line or video conferencing.

B. Equipment/maintenance costs for the police, fire, service and parks: Extending the replacement schedules for vehicles by utilizing garages.

Doing in-house improvements to buildings, vehicle maintenance and obtaining grants for future capital expenses.

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Loveland mulls salary/benefits hike for future council members

By Jeanne Houck jhouck@communitypress.com

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Loveland City Council could vote as early as Oct. 27 whether to increas pay and/or benefits for future council members.

Council agreed at its Oct. 13 meeting to send the matter to the city’s finance committee for a recommendation from that body.

Currently the Loveland mayor makes $4,670 a year, the vice mayor $4,235 a year and the other five council members $3,800 a year – sums that haven’t changed since 1993.

City Manager Tom Carroll has proposed that council salaries remain the same, but that future councils be given $1,500 annually to apply toward insurance offered by the city, a deferred-compensation plan, a donation to a Loveland-based charity or any combination of those three options.

Any change in pay or benefits made before December would take effect

in December of 2011.

“Unlike in the United States Congress, local council members cannot vote to increase their compensation while holding office,” Carroll said.

“Four seats on city council will be up for election on Nov. 3 of 2009 and the other three will be up for election on Nov. 8 of 2011.

“All seven council seats will have been voted on by the Loveland electorate when the new council is seated on Dec. 4, 2011,” Carroll said.

Council members already have the option of enrolling in the same health insurance plan offered part-time city employees. Historically, Carroll said, few city council members have availed themselves of the insurance.

A former finance committee recommended in 2002 that council salaries be increased, but no council subsequently approved any hikes.

Carroll presented council with the results of a survey

done this year by The Center for Local Government in the Greater Cincinnati area that show 16 of 23 local governments pay their mayors, chairmen or presidents more than Loveland and 13 of 23 local governments pay their council members or trustees more than Loveland.

The survey shows the city of Harrison pays its mayor the most of the governments surveyed – $28,996 a year ($7,401 for other council members) and the Village of Indian Hill pays its mayor the least because the village’s mayor and council serve for free.

Sycamore Township, Delhi Township, Green Township and West Chester Township pay their trustees the most of the governments surveyed – $20,568 a year, the same amount they pay their chairmen and presidents.

Part of the disparity in pay is related to the fact that elected officials have different responsibilities in different local governments.

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Nick Price, a scout with troop 243 in Indian Hill, recently helped create a recycling program at Camp Friedlander, a summer camp for local scouts in Miami Township.

Scout devises recycling project for camp

By Rob Dowdy rdowdy@communitypress.com

Local resident Nick Price noticed his Boy Scout summer camp didn’t have any options for recycling, so he decided to create some.

Upon Price’s suggestion and urging, Camp Friedlander, which is where local scouts attend summer camp, recently began placing recycling bags at its campsites, with signs suggesting campers recycle various items.

Dave Turner, Indian Hill resident and scout leader of Troop 243 in the village, said Price noticed the lack of recycling options at the camp and decided to do something about it.

“Nick has essentially become our CEO – chief environmental officer,” he said.

Price, a scout for about seven years, began e-mailing camp officials last year about the possibility of starting a recycling program, and recycling recep-

tacles and bins were placed throughout the camp several weeks ago.

“They’ve collected quite a bit,” he said. “I feel it’s working really well.”

Price and his father also hung hooks to hang the recycling bags on and signs detailing what can and can’t be recycled.

He said with Camp Friedlander using so many items that could later be recycled, the camp was missing a golden opportunity to do its part for the environment.

City hosts downtown development meeting

By Jeanne Houck jhouck@communitypress.com

Loveland residents and business people are invited to discuss the city’s downtown revitalization plans at a meeting Monday, Nov. 16.

Hosted by the city’s Downtown Development Resource Committee and the Planning and Zoning Commission, the meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. in council chambers at city hall on West Loveland Avenue.

A consortium of business people and investors called the Loveland Redevelopment Group hopes to negotiate a development contract with the city to build a retail-office project on a three-acre site downtown

bordered by Second Street, Broadway Street, the Little Miami bike path and West Loveland Avenue.

For now, the city has designated the Loveland Redevelopment Group as the sole marketing agent for the first of four buildings planned for the redevelopment project, which has been dubbed “Loveland Station.”

The Loveland Redevelopment Group recently extended its option on property at the southwest corner of West Loveland Avenue and Second Street, upon which the building is to be built, through Dec. 31.

“LRG and the real estate brokers that they have engaged continue to market the site to potential retail

and office tenants,” Loveland City Manager Tom Carroll said.

“The sectors that are being marketed include fine dining and casual dining restaurants, bicycle stores, fitness clubs, specialty retail and small professional offices that tend to have demand in neighborhoodscale commercial developments.

“While no prospective tenants have yet signed letters of intent, there are several strong leads,” Carroll said.

“The lack of signed leases is, we are told, more indicative of the current recession than a lack of promise with the location of downtown Loveland.”

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Moeller students earn academic honors

Eleven Moeller High School seniors and one junior recently earned academic accolades.

Three seniors were recognized as National Merit Scholar semifinalists: Peter Bruns, son of James and Margaret Bruns of Loveland; Thomas DeVore, son of Michael and Nancy DeVore of Loveland, and Christian Cagle, son of Will and Renee Cagle of Mt. Healthy.

Bruns is a Moeller house vice captain and a captain of the academic team.

DeVore serves as a captain of the Moeller varsity soccer team and is a big brother for the Corryville Little Buddies program.

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Moeller students who recently won academic accolades are, from left: first row, Troy Suter, Spencer Hidy and Carson Scheidler; second row, Peter Bruns, Nick Rein, Sam Beyer and Paul Krehbiehl; back row, Sebastian Marino, John Abeln, Liam Taylor and Kevin Carroll.

Captain, serves with MACH 1 and is an accomplished artist.

Other Moeller academic honorees include: • John Abeln, son of

Paul and Susan Abeln of Symmes Township, the Rensselaer Medal Award.

• Samuel Beyer, son of Marty and Cheryl Beyer of Liberty Township, the Fred-

erick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony Award.

• Kevin Carroll, son of Greg and Kimberly Carroll of Loveland, and Liam Taylor, son of Tom and Betsy Taylor of Loveland, Moeller’s Buckeye Boys State delegates.

• Spencer Hidy, son of John and Patty Hidy of Hamilton, the Saint Michael’s College Book Award.

• Paul Krehbiel, son of Dick and Anne Krehbiel of Indian Hill, earned the George Eastman Young Leaders Award.

• Sebastian Marino, son of Peter and Kimberly Marino of Maineville, the Xerox Award.

• Nick Rein, son of Ronald and Linda Rein of

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Moeller seniors who were recently named National Merit Scholar Semifinalists are, from left: Peter Bruns (Loveland), Thomas DeVore (Loveland) and Christian Cagle (Mount Healthy).

Mason, the University of Notre Dame Award.

• Troy Suter, son of Michael and Shirley Suter of Anderson Township, the Bausch & Lomb Honorary Science Award.

Moeller junior Carson Scheidler, son of Joe and Leigh Scheidler of Liberty Township, was Moeller’s Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Seminar representative.

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Seven Ursuline Academy students were recently named 2010 National Merit semifinalists by the National Merit Scholarship Program. They are, from left: Colleen McCroskey of Mason, Teresa Whitaker of Loveland, Indre Matulaitis of Hyde Park, Rachel Fogg of Mount Washington, Emily Cleary of Hamilton, Shannon Manley of Loveland and Lauren George of Mason.

Ursuline Academy will hold its second annual Run for the Lions 5K Race at 8:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, beginning and ending at the school, 5535 Pfeiffer Road, Blue Ash. The event begins with an optional Mass at 7 a.m. and ends with a postrace hot breakfast and entertainment in the school theatre.

Race will include awards to first three runners in each category, awards to first three overall male and female, awards to the fastest UA student and alumna and a gift bag and T-shirt for all pre-paid registrants.

Cost for the race is: $15 (student early registration); $25 (adult early registration; $20 (student race day registration); and $30 (adult race day registration).

Proceeds from the run directly benefit Ursuline students.

Nov. 9 is the last day for pre-registration. Participants who sign up by then will receive the race T-shirt and gift bag.

Entry forms are available at

www.ursulineacademy.org.

Deadline for online entries is at 5 p.m. Nov. 12.

For more information, call the Ursuline Development Department at 791-5794.

New high school safety officer

Loveland High School has a new school safety officer.

Former police officer Steve Almond was hired in August, welcoming Loveland High School students on their first day of school.

He has served as a marine, a Cincinnati and a Delhi Township Almond police officer, private security consultant and youth football coach.

Almond’s day at the high school begins at 7 a.m. as he patrols the parking lot as students arrive at school to ensure there is no speeding or reckless driving.

He is also a presence during each of the school’s three lunch periods.

Scholarship

Meghan Mclaughlin has received a $1,000 scholarship from Burger King’s Have It Your Way Foundation.

The award recognizes students for their Mclaughlin academic achievement, along with other academic and community involvement criteria.

Mclaughlin is a student at Loveland High School.

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This week in soccer

• Loveland High School girls beat Amelia 4-0, Oct. 8.

Ellie Iaciofano and Abby Vargo each scored a goal and Gaelen Stejbach scored two goals. Loveland advances to 9-3-2 with the win.

• Loveland boys shut out Milford 1-0, Oct. 13. Loveland’s Alex Austin made three saves. Nathan Boucher scored the goal. Loveland advances to 8-3-3 with the win.

This week in cross country

The Loveland cross country team had another impressive meet at St. Xavier.

The girls team was led by senior Sarah Fisher, who finished with a time of 19.50.

Several of the girls finished with their best time of the season.

These girls were Sarah Blumberg, Laura Doppler, Abby Hoff, Renee Koth, Hannah Leeper, Laura Matacia, Nikki Olgilbee, Tina Sechang Lauren Turley Nina Veite and Melissa Watson.

The boys team was led by Wil Fisher who finished with a time of 17:12.

Other boys who clocked their season best were Jonathan Davis, Ryan Fisher, Matt Garbarino, Tyler Glenn, Griffin Hodges, Jacob Holle, Kyle MacKenzie, Thomas McCarty, Andrew Noland, Matt Oberholzer, Davis Salay, Patrick Salay, Michael Scherperberger, Spencer Vance and Adan Werking.

Press online

Go to cincinnati.com/community to see the latest sports headlines from Community Press staff. Follow Community Press sports department’s general Twitter account www. twitter.com/cpohiosports or follow the reporters’ accounts: Anthony Amorini, www.twitter.com/CPamorini; Mark Chalifoux, www.twitter. com/cpmarkchalifoux; Tony Meale, www.twitter.com/ tmeale and Adam Turer www. twitter.com/adamturer.

Lessons with Kimbrough

Former NBA player Stan Kimbrough is offering private and small group basketball lessons on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at Sports Plus in Evendale.

Fee is $50 for group lessons and $80 for private lessons. Multi-session discounts are available. Call 229-0863, or visit www.kimbrobball.com.

Coaches clinic

Archbishop Moeller High School is conducting the 18th annual Youth Basketball Coaches Clinic from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday Oct. 31, at the school.

The clinic is designed for those who are coaching boys and girls in third grade through eighth grade.

Speakers include Xavier University Head Coach Chris Mack and Associate Head Coach Pat Kelsey (Fundamentals of Basketball) as well as Moeller coaches: Fred Hesse (Zone Offense), Dan Ragland (Man-Defense), Matt Rooks (Special Situations) and Tim Edmonds (organizing practice for the first-time coach).

The cost is $30 for preregistration and $40 at the door, and include lunch, Tshirt, gift bags and door prizes.

Discount for eight or more coaches from the same school is $20 per person.

Send pre-registration checks to Moeller Basketball, c/o Dan Ragland, 9001 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45242.

Call 791-1680, ext. 1946, www.moeller.org.

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Seeking a share of the conference crown, the Loveland High School girls’ soccer team fell 4-0 to league champion Milford on Oct. 13.

“They outplayed us,” Tigers’ head coach Todd Kelly said. “(Milford head coach Pat Winkler) is a great coach with a great squad, and we made some mental errors.”

Loveland senior midfielder Mollie Kuramoto, who played for approximately 10 minutes against Amelia Oct. 8, saw her first significant action after missing six matches with a torn MCL. “We need Mollie because she does so much for our team, but we had to adjust to her being back,” Kelly said. “We had gotten used to playing without her.”

The injury bug hits virtually every team every year, but 2009 was particularly harsh for the Tigers. In addition to losing Kuramoto, they also lost junior forward

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Loveland High School senior captain Ellie Iaciofano controls the ball at home against Milford Oct. 13.The Tigers lost 4-0.

Madeline Vance for the season due to a torn ACL. Sophomore midfielder Olivia Oakes, junior midfielder Autumn Oakes and senior goalie Emily Sellars have also missed time.

Yet, Loveland fell just one match short of a league championship.

“We were playing without several two and three and four-year varsity players, but we were still able to sustain a level of excel-

lence,” Kelly said.

After a 1-2 start, Loveland went 8-1-2 over its next 11 matches before losing to Milford.

“If you had told me we could’ve done that without Mollie, I wouldn’t have believed it,” Kelly said.

“And that’s not a slight to the other girls, but Mollie is one of the best players in the state.”

Loveland used a blend of senior leadership and upand-coming talent to weather the injury storm.

To help her team, senior captain Ellie Iaciofano transitioned from striker to midfield.

“She rarely misses time and really stepped up her game,” Kelly said. “She’s more of a striker, but she switched to center-mid and was unselfishly willing to move.”

Senior defender Abby Vargo, a three-year varsity member and two-year starter, took three starting sophomore defenders – Ariel Fischer, Hannah Moloney and Leah Wood – under her wing, along with former backup goalie

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Loveland sophomore defender Hannah Moloney, left, races to stop Milford senior forward C.G. Bryant, right, at Tiger Stadium Oct. 13. Loveland lost 4-0.

Stephanie Sawyer.

This group led the FAVC Buckeye in shutouts, with seven.

Autumn Oakes, meanwhile, returned from injury to lead the team in assists, with eight.

“She is the motor; she doesn’t stop,” Kelly said.

“She gets in there and mixes it up, she’s extremely quick, she disrupts a lot, she causes problems and creates opportunities – she’s a tablesetter.”

The Tigers have also received contributions from Rachel Johnstone (MF/D), Isioma Okafor (MF/D), Allie Brizzi (MF/D), Kelsey McGohan (MF), Morgan Williams (MF/D) and Gaelen Stejbach (S).

Loveland finishes the regular season 9-4-2 (3-2-

0) and opened tournament play Oct. 19 against Winton Woods, a team it beat 4-0 on Oct. 6. Should the Tigers – which are seeded No. 9 – advance, they will likely face a familiar foe in fifthseeded Milford, which opens against No. 29 Western Brown.

The rematch would almost assuredly be a defensive battle; Loveland, which advanced to the Sweet 16 in 2007 before losing to eventual state champion St. Ursula, has seen its last six playoff games be decided by one goal, including three in overtime.

“We know goals are hard to come by (in the playoffs),” Kelly said. “Milford is a monumental task, but we still like our chances to pull off the upset.”

Tigers slip to Wildcats in triple OT CHCA hosts Clark Montessori (4-4, 1-3) Oct. 23 before closing the regular season at Cincinnati Country Day (6-2, 2-2) Oct. 30.

By Ricky Mulvey Those who battled rain, cold nd traveled only paces from Indiana had a treat as the Loveland High School football team battled Harrison into triple overtime, as the Wildcats won 41-34.

“We turned the ball over twice on drives that were about to culminate in a score, we got shut out in the first half, and that can’t happen," Loveland head coach Andrew Marlatt said.

The first half unraveled in lightning speed within 42 minutes. The Wildcats started with the ball, but had to punt thanks to a Randy Mullins 10-yard sack.

Loveland didn’t have the ball for long though because of a fumble. A couple drives later the Wildcats were able to tack seven points on the board with a 30-yard pass from Marcus Woelfel to Coty Foley.

After diving for a first down, Adam Engel of Loveland fumbled, picked the ball up, and was tackled by a Wildcat. It was now Harrison’s ball again at Loveland’s 25 yard line. The Tiger defense stepped up and forced a turnover on downs.

After a series of events, Loveland had the ball inside the red zone, but faced a fourth and 5. They didn’t get a fresh series of downs and the half was over at 70.

The second half started with a three-and-out for both teams. When the Wildcats recovered, they took advantage of their field position and trucked the ball into the end zone with a Tyler Elrod QB sneak. The score was 14-0.

Loveland got the ball back, and Engel launched a 10-yard pass to Andrew Newbold (he was 4-of-13 on the night). Then with a third-and-18, Engel ran 60 yards for a Tiger touch-

final score was 41-34.

Loveland hosts Winton Woods Oct. 23.

Moeller 35, La Salle 14

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Moeller senior running back Jeff Aubin fights for yards against LaSalle. down, making it 14-7.

Harrison slid up the field and had first and goal at the 4. Zach Lonneman ran it in for the touchdown and the score was 21-7.

Loveland’s Engel followed with an interception to Elrod and the Wildcats had the ball at the 45.

Harrison then fumbled a slippery ball and the Tiger’s Dustin Brown had the recovery. After a 30-yard pass to Wesley Kyles, Loveland had the ball near the goal line and Engel sealed the deal with a QB sneak to make the score 21-14. After forcing a punt, the Tigers got the ball again and were able to get a 3-yard touchdown run by Mullins.

The score became 21-21.

Harrison didn’t have the ball for long as Engel intercepted the football and the Tigers had the ball back at the 50. After acouple of plays and a 20-yard carry

by Mullins, the pressure was on Matt Eltringham to win the game with a field goal. The kick was blocked, and overtime followed.

The Tigers got the first possession in overtime.

Mullins was able to take the ball to the house for a touchdown. However, there was a missed extra point, making the score 27-21.

Harrison took the ball to the

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Moeller senior quarterback Andrew Hendrix looks to pass the ball during the first half against LaSalle at Lockand Stadium. Moeller won 35-14. end zone with a Elrod rush.

They lined up for the kick and the extra point was blocked by Joel Mary to keep the score tied.

In the second overtime, Loveland made it first and goal at the 5 and Mullins ran it in to make the point total 34-27. On fourth down for Harrison they were able to complete a pass from Elrod to Justin Prewitt for a second tying touchdown. On the first play of the third overtime, Harrison’s Brandon Fisher ran a 20-yard TD. Loveland couldn’t make lightning strike a third time and the game was over. The

Moeller (8-0, 2-0) raced out to a 28-0 lead to remain perfect on the season.

Senior quarterback Andrew Hendrix was 19-of31 passing for 195 yards and a touchdown; he also rushed for two scores.

Junior tailback Tucker Skove led Moeller with 12 carries for 72 yards, while senior Jeff Aubin had 11 for 50.

The Moeller defense, meanwhile, was dominant.

The Crusaders recorded seven sacks and two fumbles, and Dylan Ruter scored on a 25-yard interception return.

The Lancers ran 32 times for just 75 yards – an average of 2.3 yards per carry – and had just six rushing yards at halftime.

Moeller closes the regular season with two Saturday games – at Lakewood St. Edward on Oct. 24 and against St. Xavier (6-1, 20) at Nippert Stadium on Halloween night. At stake against St. X is the GCL South title and the No. 1 seed in the playoffs.

Moeller entered week eight at No. 2 in the Harbin Ratings behind the Bombers.

CHCA 8, North Hardin 7

The Eagles won the game without scoring a touchdown.

Senior kicker Joe Reifenberg kicked two field goals – including one as time expired – and the defense delivered a safety to overcome a 7-0 deficit.

Lockland 21, CCD 0

A pair of wins in week nine and week 10 could catapult the Indians into the postseason despite Cincinnati Country Day’s weekeight loss to undefeated Lockland, 21-0.

CCD, now standing at 62, travels to face New Miami (1-7) at 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 23, before ending the season with a week10 home game against Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy (5-3).

CCD was No. 3 in the Division VI Region 24 Harbin Ratings for week seven with a computer average of 9.74. Additional teams in the top eight included No. 1 Lockland at 11.63, No. 2 Ansonia, 9.94, No. 4 WaynesfieldGoshen at 8.22 and No. 8 Marion Local, 6.58 at 3-4.

In week eight, CCD was shutout for the first time this season by undefeated Lockland.

Lockland junior Devontay Scott rushed for 193 yards and a touchdown on 19 carries.

In total , Lockland produced 484 yards of total offense against CCD. Lockland and North College Hill remain on a collision course after both teams continued undefeated seasons at the expense of CCD and Summit Country Day in week eight.

Both improving to 8-0, Lockland bested CCD in week eight, 21-0, with North College defeating Summit, 46-17.

North College Hill travels to face Lockland in week nine with the Miami Valley Conference title and undefeated records on the line.

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Loveland boys team wrap up FAVC title The following is a compilation of submitted wrapups of the last week’s varsity soccer games.

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Saints in third

The All Saints golf team, which finished 11-4 in the regular season, celebrates finishing third in the CYO Golf Tournament at Sharon Woods. Seventh-grader Carolyn Markley placed second in the individual standings with a score of 74 for 18 holes. From left are David Haney of Symmes Township, Gregory Martini, Matt Hammerly of Loveland, coach Skip Markley, Carolyn Markley and Kacie Bradfish.

JV girls close season with a tie The following is a compilation of submitted wrapups of the last week’s junior varsity soccer games.

Loveland JV girls

Loveland 1, Milford 1: Loveland was supposed to have played Winton Woods Oct. 6, but the Winton Woods team disbanded.

Two days later they were playing Amelia and only got a total of 7 minutes played before the game was called off because of rain. Loveland was winning 1-0 (scored by Rachel Baker).

Against Milford, within the first 22 minutes Milford had taken 7 shots to Loveland’s two. Then Loveland woke up and got into the game. In the last 14 minutes Milford only took two more shots and Loveland was pressing back hard.

The second half opened with a shot by Carla Weismantel within the first 30

seconds; it was wide. The defense of Alyssa Thiel, Mary Lloyd, Sierra Wood, Natalie Baker, Jenna Myklebust, Kathryn Johnson and Lauren Dusold, pushed the ball to midfielders Tia Ariapad, Rachel Baker, Cassie Nedeljko, Katrina James, Jillian Kemmet, Thiel and Dusold, to forwards Chelsie Pippa, Carla Weismantel, Jessie Comorosky, Kate Swaine and Jordyn Jackson.

At 15:01, one of Milford’s players gets frustrated with a tough fighting Johnson and the girl grabbed Johnson and threw her down, earning a yellow card. That set up a penalty kick on the 50 and Dusold took it. Milford got to the kicked ball first and sent it up the field, but a charging Lloyd took the ball and passed it to James, who gave it right back to Lloyd, who dribbled up the field, passing it to Jackson, who

fought through two Milford defenders and put the ball into the net.

Milford immediately charged back with a shot, but like the others, goalie Brooke Weber pulled it in.

Johnson’s speed at the end of the game helped to keep Milford in check. Weber had some awesome saves to keep Loveland in the game.

This was the last game of the season for Loveland’s JV team and they end with a record of 10-2-2. Sorely missed because of illness was Mackenzie Veith. Lydia Vance and Megan Hadley were always there to cheer their team on even though they couldn’t play because of early season injuries. Juli Heemer and Buck Hasenmueller coached the girls to a winning season.

Shots: Milford 14, Loveland 10 Corners: Loveland 3, Milford 2

MND golf advances to D-I state tourney The Mount Notre Dame girls’ golf team advanced to the Division I state tournament after placing fourth at the district tournament at Weatherwax Golf Course on Oct. 14.

The Cougars, which shot a 344, were the final team to qualify; Lakota West (322), St. Ursula (336) and Mason (337) finished first, second and third, respectively.

Senior Kara Brinkmann

led MND with a 79 and finished fourth overall, while senior Molly Mullinger and junior Chelsea Theobald finished tied for 19th; each shot an 88. Senior Andrea Burns rounded out the top four with an 89, while senior Katie Carstens recorded a 92.

The Cougars will travel to Columbus for the Division I state championship and compete on Ohio State University’s Gray Course the weekend of Oct. 23.

Boys varsity

Loveland 1, Mason 0: Loveland completed its final regular season game with a yeoman performance in upsetting a previously undefeated and No. 3 state ranked Mason team.

The first half was played mainly between the 18s as the teams combined for three total shots. Statistically, and otherwise, it was a closely contested match.

The half ended 0-0.

The game opened up in the second half as both teams often looked to counter quickly.

Most of Mason’s best opportunities ended with shots from distance being blocked or with a Loveland challenge resulting in a weak shot attempt.

In the 64th minute, Tyler Beachy found a sprinting Chris Kuramoto, who got in behind the Mason defense on the left side.

He scored from seven yards on the left side, slotting his goal to the far post just under the onrushing Mason keeper.

Alex Austin kept the clean sheet as Loveland recorded its seventh shutout in a row – a good sign for the postseason where scoring becomes more difficult.

Shots (on goal): Mason 6 (3), Loveland 3 (3) Corners: Loveland 4,

Mason 4 Fouls: Mason 15, Loveland 14 Loveland 1, Milford 0: The game was finally played after being postponed twice with the FAVC Buckeye championship at stake.

In the first half, Milford was able to possess the ball at times, but struggled mightily in the its offensive third. They were limited to two shots while Loveland had several very good opportunities. The half ended 0-0.

Loveland’s pressure was rewarded in the 45th minute when Tyler Beachy’s penetrating run and then cross from the left side about 15 yards out was finished by a hustling Nathan Boucher at the far post, two yards out for the game’s only goal.

The stout defending of Andrew Schuster, Austin Kleuh, Brian Kuramoto and Michael Sonnenberg helped keeper Alex Austin record his sixth shutout in a row.

The win enabled Loveland to capture the FAVC Buckeye championship.

Shots (on goal): Loveland 12 (4), Milford 5 (3) Corners: Loveland 5, Milford 2 Fouls: Milford 12, Loveland 10

championship Tuesday, Oct. 13.

Milford defeated Loveland with a well crafted, speedy offense. Top Milford goal scorer, G.G. Bryant of Milford scored two, while teammates Lindsey Bartsch and Krista Adams each added one of their own for a total of four goals for the Eagles.

Loveland goalkeeper Stephanie Sawyer put through a valiant effort with saves on a number of strong attempts from the Milford offense.

Loveland’s best opportunities came from two free kicks taken by Senior Mollie Kuramoto, back for her second game after a knee injury.

However her attempts fell short of the mark.

This loss marked the end of regulation season play for the Lady Tigers, finishing their season 9-4-2 overall and third in FAVC behind Milford and Anderson. The Lady Tigers will begin postseason play hosting Winton Woods at home at 7 p.m.

Monday, Oct. 19.

Shots: Milford 20, Loveland 8 Shots on goal: Milford 12, Loveland 6 Corners: Milford 5, Loveland 3 Fouls: Milford 14, Loveland 8

Girls varsity

Milford 4, Loveland 0: Lovelan lost in a battle for a three-way tie for the FAVC

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We need more of the same

Nov. 3 presents the stakeholders of the Loveland City Schools the opportunity to vote for the continued success that our school district has enjoyed for so many years.

This election allows us as voters to ensure that the quality of the board remains intact and I encourage your vote for Katie Bontrager, Christine Olsen and Linda Pennington.

Olsen and Pennington collectively represent 22 years of board experience while new comer Bontrager brings significant experience in her knowledge of educational funding.

So many times we hear a term like “more of the same” during the election season which usually carries a negative connation with it.

One thing for sure, no organization is perfect nor should we expect this. However, what we should expect is continuous improvement and this attribute has been demonstrated by the district time and time again.

There are many positive accomplishments the school district has achieved in recent years.

For nine years in a row the district earned the “Excellence with Distinction” rating from the state.

Last summer the school board approved an energy improvement plan that provides a projected sav-

ings of millions over the long term. This plan is an example of the district’s commitment to fiscal responsibility.

So,” more of the same”?

Absolutely!

Dave Blumberg Gourmet Lane Loveland

Library levy small price to pay

Being the mother of a kindergartner brings me immeasurable joy, but requires unending patience. He is constantly asking me how to spell this word or trying to read that word. His sense of wonder at the discovery of reading is truly inspiring.

I credit this enthusiasm to the world of books that are so readily available to us when we visit our local library. He can borrow books without breaking our budget.

We are so fortunate to have the Public Library of Hamilton County convenient to all of us in our home communities. Now the library is in jeopardy of closing some branches if we don't pass Issue 7.

We have the only library in Ohio that is not currently supported by county funds. Issue 7 will provide funding necessary to keep our libraries open at their current capacity, and will only cost the owner of a $100,000 home about $2.50 per month – far less than

CH@TROOM Should the school board televise meetings?

The Loveland Herald asked readers to e-mail us their views on whether the Loveland City School District Board of Education should televise its meetings on ICRC. We received these responses: “It seems to me that the ‘only’ reason the Loveland School Board has dismissed pursuing televised meetings hinges on the allegation that since the board has had no input from citizens indicating interest in taped meetings, then there is no need to pursue the issue any further.

“Has the board considered that the lack of citizen input might very well pertain to the fact that the citizens may not have been aware that televised meetings through ICRC were possible and/or available to the public? Why doesn’t the board take a sampling of the pulse of the public regarding their possible interest instead of taking the easy way out and making an assumption which may not be accurate?

“Considering the rather glaring fact that the largest piece of my tax dollars are allocated to schools, I for one would be very interested in viewing televised Loveland School Board meetings so that I may be kept abreast of any and all issues impacting the educational value of my tax dollars. I firmly believe meeting trasparency would lend itself to enhanced public interest. Let’s get our heads out of the sand and join the modern age in terms of effective communication, especialy when it will not cost us a dime to participate. The Loveland City Council and the Symmes Township Trustees televise their meetings with no hidden agenda, nor discussion ... what is it we have to do in order to reap the same benefit ... place the issue on a ballot?”

T.A.B.

Oct. 14 questions

How often do you visit the Greater Loveland Hisorical

Next question Loveland City Council is considering raising pay and increasing benefits given to council members, effective with the 2011 council elections. Is this a good idea? Why or why not?

Should local governments consider consolidating services to lower costs? If so, which services?

Every week The Loveland Herald asks readers a question they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answer to loveland@communitypress.com with Chatroom in the subject line.

Society Museum? What is your favorite exhibit at the museum?

No responses.

Should the federal government’s incentive program for new home buyers be extended? Why or why not?

“I think so. It could revitalize our economy by moving the inventory of unsold homes. It is a boost to the construction industry and will put more unemployed builders back to work. I have a friend who is a plasterer by trade and has only had four new homes to work on compared to the 25 or 30 he normally does in a year.”

Duke “Before we start random programs to help ‘select’ persons buy a new home or stay in their home, we need to take a step back and look at what incentives would really start the economy moving. There are not enough people with jobs; therefore not enough homes can be purchased to make a substantial impact on the economy. Maybe we should look at keeping jobs in the U.S. and stop sending jobs to Mexico, Guatamala, Honduras, China, etc. ... keeping jobs here would spike the economy and we would not need to spend money to make money!”

Florence

the cost of just one children’s book.

In difficult economic time, it is important to realize that the new levy will result in a small price to pay for a child’s adventure into the world of books. Please vote for Issue 7.

Missy Hendon Deters Stonemark Lane Symmes Township

Stage company good for city

Unlike the anonymous “Lovescoop1,” I identify myself when expressing a point of view.

I refute his/her allegations about the Loveland Stage Company. Yet another example of ridiculous rumour treated as fact. The building was gutted, not burned to the ground. Were trusses sized wrong? Yes. The error was made and resolved by the supplier at no further cost to LSC. As for “this guys” property for sale ... What guy? What building? What rubbish!

Why should the city give us money?

A burned out shell of a building was an eyesore. Pulling it down would only add to the many vacant lots in that part of Historic Loveland.

We are indeed Loveland's “community” theater as evidenced by the help we are receiving from local individuals, businesses and

now the city. For its $25,000 the city is contributing to a totally renovated building, in an area trying to attract developers. LSC brings hundreds of visitors to the historic district, and (many first time), customers for local business.

All of this plus the pride, knowledge and publicity which LSC has brought to Loveland over 30 years of operation.

Seems to me the city is getting a great “bang for the buck” Deirdre Dyson Founder member of Loveland Stage Company Chair of Loveland Stage Company Re-Build Campaign

What is candidate’s agenda?

My letter addresses comments made by Mr. Michael Lubes in last week’s Loveland Herald.

Mr. Lubes attempts to frame the issues surrounding the upcoming Board of Education elections as openness of the board in general as well as their ability to make wise decisions. He promises to address these issues.

Such positions seem odd coming from someone who has rarely, if ever, actually attended a school board meeting, which are always advertised and completely open to the public.

Mr. Lubes questions the board’s decision making prowess, yet conveniently fails to mention

Library ‘overdue’ for changes Now the Public Library comes hat in hand asking for even more tax money despite being the bestfunded library system in the State of Ohio.

But the facts are clear: Overspending for guest speakers, free book giveaways, billboards and media campaigns (all timed for the tax levy vote) show a disregard of our tax dollars.

In addition, they have failed to look for additional revenue streams, which we expect prudent and responsible managers of public tax dollars to do.

They have made draconian staff and salary reductions, yet waste funds on meaningless and ineffective programs.

It is easy to urge others to make cuts and improve their financial standing and then not make suggestions.

Here are just a few items that generate revenue or reduce costs.

This list was shared in much more detail with the library staff and board, yet sadly rejected since it might make too much sense.

1. Using 2008 figures the library loaned over 15.6 million items. 45 percent or approximately 6.9 million were audiovisual and digital.

A simple onedollar charge per item would raise $6.9 million.

Sure there may be a drop off of circulation, but with video rental stores charging between $4 and $ 5, it is still a bargain.

2.

The 40branch network, not counting the Main Library, circulates 10.9 million items with the average of 272,000 each. Yet nine branches circulate one third or less than that.

Serious consideration must be give to closing these underutilized branches. Every one of these branches is within two miles of another branch.

3. Of the branches, the library owns 30; three have a rent of $1 or less but seven pay full rent. It would seem logical to stop paying rent.

Tom I do not know rental Brinkman Jr. which facilities also Community have low circuPress guest lation and are columnist close to other libraries and are on the bus line and have a separate children’s section and special magazines, etc. That is not my job.

We are just pointing out that there is a basis to make hard choices and they must be made.

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Currently one can run up fines to $9.99 without loss of privileges.

Dropping this tolerance to $4.99 and thus forcing the repayment of outstanding fines could result in $374,000 to $721,000.

5. There are 206,000 cardholders in Hamilton County and 29,000 out of county cardholders.

The library lists a $25 charge to out of county cardholders, yet the library has not collected this fee for years.

With Hamilton County taxpayers now paying a new tax, shouldn’t out of county users pay something?

6. Some have advocated charging the 206,000 cardholders a dollar a year. After all, the Hamilton County parks charge a fee even after we are taxed.

How about charging a high fee like $ 20 for a special preference card that gives those card holders

Overbuying of DVDs in order to have the latest hot release is wrong; they are not Blockbuster and should not even try to complete.

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that under the board’s watchful eye, the Loveland School District has achieved ratings of excellence in education for the past eight years. As anyone who has worked to achieve excellence in any endeavor knows, you do not achieve this level of success by accident or by poor decision making.

No, the real issue in this election is the future of our schools.

Do we vote for candidates who continue to keep the focus on our children and delivering to them the best education possible so they can become productive citizens of the world, or do we support candidates who focus on other things and miss the most important?

I personally find it troubling that Mr. Lubes, in a public meeting involving a recent school levy, was openly arguing that Loveland’s benchmark should be an average school system.

This may work quite well for Mr. Lubes, as he has chosen not to send his own children to Loveland schools, but it certainly doesn’t settle well with me. I can only conclude that Mr. Lubes is more concerned about other things than what’s best for the education of Loveland children.

Stephen McClanahan Ironwood Drive Loveland

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Friends of the Library members are getting special treatment, so this is nothing new.

7. Library employees are paid every two weeks. Many state employees are paid monthly. This simple change saves money.

Hopefully they are paid with direct deposit the check stub is distributed on line. More savings with that.

8. Was buying 1,000 copies of the last “Harry Potter” necessary?

That is 25 copies a branch.

Once again, the library is not Barnes & Noble. We have witnessed the pulling of hundreds of books off the shelves that were never checked out.

And where are those copies of “Harry Potter” now?

Overbuying of DVDs in order to have the latest hot release is wrong; they are not Blockbuster and should not even try to complete.

The library has not been a good steward of our tax dollars.

We should not give them more until long “overdue” changes are made.

Tom Brinkman Jr. served for eight years in the Ohio General Assembly from eastern Hamilton County.

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Many positive changes in Symmes in four years I ran for Symmes Township trustee four years ago and asked residents to vote for an individual who had no political experience.

I explained what I found wrong with the township at that time and what I would change if elected. I have kept my promises and now with four years of experience, I am asking you to re-elect me Nov. 3.

The issues facing our residents today include the economy, taxes, safety, planning and local government participation and transparency.

To address the economy, trustees created two areas to stimulate re-investment in existing businesses and

entice new ones to relocate to Symmes Township. I emphasized refilling empty storefronts and limiting new construction to designated areas.

I initiated two utility aggregation issues for the November ballot asking township residents permission to negotiate with state-approved utility suppliers to reduce and stabilize utility prices.

We contracted with the Cincinnati Flower Show to relocate to Symmes Township to become an annual source of revenue for the township and local businesses.

To reduce residents’ tax burden, we directly reduced taxes. In 2006, I proposed, and voters passed, a seven-

year road and sidewalk levy reducing the millage from 1.3 mils to .9 mils. The current five-year park levy at 1.2 mills will expire Dec. 31.

I proposed a three-year replacement levy at a reduced rate of 1.0 mills.

We pursued alternate sources of income through grants and matching funds.

We received Homeland Security grants, state capital improvement program matching funds, and are applying for community block grants.

We are applying for a large OKI Grant for sidewalks along Montgomery Road between Sycamore Township and Warren County after the road widening is

completed.

We even reduced costs by $1.1 million through renegotiations on the Rozzi purchase.

We continued the Safety Sidewalk Plan along Lebanon and Humphrey roads. We are working with ODOT on light sequencing and turn lane traffic issues. When the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department cutback nonfunded township patrols, we put an additional Symmes car on the road during the peak shift.

We approved a 10-year township master plan in June 2009. One recommendation was to develop a park master plan. This effort has been initiated. Health district updates

on the H1N1 virus are posted on the Web site and plans to combat the virus and local medical PODS locations will be announced shortly.

We are improving resident participation and government transparency. All expiring committee terms are announced in meetings and requests for applications published in the newspapers.

A Park Expansion Committee was formed to help the guide the future development of the Rozzi land acquisition. Thirteen residents applied and all were selected to provide a variety of viewpoints.

Trustee meeting agendas are posted on the Township Web site in advance and

results are summarized within three days.

We continue to Ken Bryant video tape Community each trustee Press guest meeting and columnist make it available to residents.

My goals for the next four years include: making the township Web site the primary communication tool, developing a long term Park Master Plan, completing the Rozzi property development, and negotiating utility savings for the residents.

Ken Bryant is running for reelection to the Symmes Township board of trustees.

Trustees welcome, need input from residents Experienced clerk needed for Clermont They could meet the trustees and listen to the dialogue between the trustees.

The resiKathy dents would Wagner be able to Community d i a l o g u e with the Press guest trustees and columnist other residents.

We all need to be polite and answer questions within the residents in the business room.

The residents can acquire information immediately, rather than the second hand information from the television.

The residents need to communicate with the trustees and residents.

I hope more residents begin to attend the trustees meeting at the Administration Building.

This is your township and mine! I hope to see you in the future at the Administration Building.

Some of my views for the township is a community reinvestment area.

It is aimed at encouraging new investment in Symmes Township through new construction of buildings, roads, sidewalks and homes.

We are in the process of widening Montgomery Road.

I would like a medium in

the middle of the road for greener grasses and flowers and left signals for safety cars and pedestrians.

Finally, we need to continue to strengthen good relations with the county commissioners, engineers and neighboring communities.

I hope that many of the residents of Symmes Township and other communities attend the Flower Show in the spring of 2010.

Ladies and gentlemen, this is Symmes Township.

If you have any questions, please call me at the Symmes Township Office or at my house at 683-6937.

Kathy Wagner is running for re-election as a Symmes Township trustee.

The right choices for Loveland school board Our Loveland school district has an important issue on the Nov. 3 ballot – the election of three of our five board of education positions. This is particularly important as there are four candidates running for three positions.

We believe this election is about whether we want to move forward with continued progress and strong schools or whether we want to move backwards. We choose moving forward with a board of education focused on continuing our excellence with distinction while maintaining one of the lowest spending per pupil rates in Hamilton County.

Citizens for Maintaining Excellence in Loveland Schools is a group of concerned citizens who believe

that three of the candidates – Katie B o n t r a g e r, Christine Olsen and Linda Pen– Al Osgood nington are three Community independent Press guest minded procancolumnist school didates who should be elected and we are strongly endorsing these three well qualified individuals.

These three are all driven by a common core belief that excellent schools are critical for our children’s future and for our community. They have a proven commitment to Loveland Schools through a combined 46 years of active involve-

ment in the school district.

We believe they are the best mix of fresh perspective, proactive ideas and proven results. They have an excellent expertise and understanding of school funding and school business activities. In summary, we believe these three candidates are clearly the best three choices of those running for election to continue the focus on maintaining the excellent schools that we have in Loveland.

On the other hand, Michael Lubes, the fourth candidate, appears to be a person with the potential for a narrow focus (reducing or freezing teacher and staff salaries and paying core vs. non-core teachers differently, just as examples) and someone who may not

place as high a value on the importance of excellent public schools for our kids and our community. We believe this type of thinking is not in the best interest of our district or our children and will take us in the wrong direction.

This is a very important issue and we ask that everyone in the community get the data to make a well informed decision and then cast your three votes Nov. 3. We are confident that with data in hand, you will agree that voting for Katie Bontrager, Christine Olsen and Linda Pennington is the best option for the future of our school district and our children.

Al Osgood Jr. is spokesperson for Citizens For Maintaining Excellence In Loveland Schools.

Let’s keep Loveland schools excellent Campaign season is in full swing for the Nov. 3 election. My name is Katie Bontrager and I am running for one of three open seats on the Loveland Board of Education.

I am not a politician, but rather a parent who specifically chose Loveland schools when I moved here several years ago. I looked at other districts, but I chose Loveland because the district provides strong academics and many extracurricular activities for our kids.

Since we moved here, Loveland schools has not let me down. We have achieved an excellent rating for the past nine years with the past two years being excellence with distinction.

I have spent my 18-year career in higher education helping students make their dreams of a college degree possible. Helping high

school students and their parents understand the paperwork and process of attending Katie college. I Bontrager have served Community on the StuAccess Press guest dent and Success columnist Council of Ohio, organized by the Ohio Board of Regents to help make the linkage between high school and college more seamless for Ohio’s high school students.

I haven’t just helped others, but I have pushed myself to seek my education and I am proud to say that I hold my bachelor’s in accounting/finance, master’s in educational administration and a Ph.D in educa-

tional administration and leadership.

I have also spent a great deal of time in learning and teaching the complex subject of public school financing in Ohio.

In summary, I have a great passion for education and I want to bring that fresh perspective to the board of education.

I want to be a member of the Loveland Board of Education so that I can help keep education in Loveland schools excellent for our kids; through a challenging curriculum, cutting edge technology for our students, open communication about our schools with the residents of Loveland and also strong fiscal responsibility and future forecasting.

I think the future of education in Loveland looks bright! I would appreciate your vote Nov. 3 so we can

maintain excellence in Loveland Schools for our kids!

Katie Bontrager is a candidate for Loveland City School District Board of Education.

Six years go by in a flash. A few more grey hairs, a few more pounds, OK, you get the picture.

The point is six years have passed and it is time for me to stand for election for clerk of the Clermont County Municipal Court.

You will be hearing some nonsense about two elected clerks in Clermont County so let’s dispose of the issue up front.

The Ohio Revised Code, 1901.31, states that if a municipal court serves a jurisdiction with a population of 100,000 or more than they are to have an elected clerk.

There are 24 municipal courts that fit the criteria and 22 have elected clerks.

The ORC does carve out two exceptions – one bigger than Clermont and one smaller.

In 1992 when the Municipal Court was created the caseload was 28,801. In 2003 the caseload had grown to 47,120 – a 64 percent increase.

During that time period a seat for a new judge was also added.

In 2003 the finishing touches were being placed on a new Municipal Courthouse several miles from the Common Pleas Courthouse.

Clermont is one of the few municipal courts with countywide jurisdiction and is the eighth largest based on jurisdiction by population.

In 2003 the clerk of Common Pleas, the Clermont County Commissioners, the municipal judges and the Ohio General Assembly reviewed those facts and the needs of the county and determined it was best to remove one of the few exceptions in the law and bring Clermont County into compliance with the overwhelming majority of the rest of Ohio.

My opponent also believes that elimination of the clerk would save large

amounts of money. To believe that an office which runs 24 hours a day seven days a week Tim Rudd can run Community w i t h o u t Press guest supervision naïve at columnist is best, or maybe he thinks I do nothing.

I work every day and carry a pager 24/7 so my staff can always reach me.

I believe that the real argument should be over who will make the best clerk of the Clermont County Municipal Court.

I think the answer is obvious. I am a known quantity. I have 14 years serving in a clerk’s office, the first eight as assistant clerk and the last six as your elected clerk of the Clermont County Municipal Court.

During that time I have overseen the computerization and modernization of the Municipal Clerk’s office.

I have established working relationships with the judges, law enforcement, the prosecutors, the public defender, private attorneys, community leaders and the citizens of Clermont County that allow me to be an effective and efficient member of the criminal justice system.

As evidence of those relationships, I have received the endorsement of the Fraternal Order of Police, Ohio Valley Lodge No. 112.

No higher honor can be received than an endorsement by the men and women working to protect us who intimately know my office because they use it daily.

I sincerely thank you for the past six years and humbly ask your consideration for re-election.

Tim Rudd, Clerk of Courts, Municipal Court.

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Greetings, residents of Symmes Township.

I am Kathy Wagner and I have been a trustee in Symmes since 1998.

I am running again for the Symmes Township trustees position this year.

I am a lifetime Republican. I am committed to our community, and committed to you.

Since 1998, I believed that the township has always been financially responsible.

John Borchers has been an excellent treasurer. I hope he stays with the township and trustees.

Today, few residents attend trustee meetings.

I wish more residents attended the meetings.

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Phil Kopena and Phil Johnson, both of GE, helped safely launch all the student canoes before launching their own canoe.

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Renee Loftspring, right, and coach Rob Wocks work together to teach the participants in sled hockey at Sports Plus in Evendale.

Montgomery resident brings sled hockey to local players

By Amanda Hopkins ahopkins@communitypress.com

After reading in a magazine about sled hockey, Renee Loftspring got the idea to bring the sport to Cincinnati.

The Montgomery resident is a physical therapist and had the connections to be able to reach interested participants for sled hockey, which is adaptive ice hockey for children and adults that have a physical condition that could prevent them from ice skating standing up.

“I thought this would be really neat, it would be a perfect match,” Loftspring said.

The players have helmets, elbow, shoulder and shin pads and sticks which have tiny ice picks on one end to help propel them on their sleds and the other end set up for puck handling.

Loftspring said the 12 participants in sled hockey have varying degrees of disability, half of them suffering from spina bifida, a birth defect that affects the spinal cord.

Loftspring, whose son plays stand-up hockey, also became involved with USA Hockey, the governning body for hockey teams, and is the representative for the disabled people involved in other forms of adaptive ice hockey in four states.

The team was organized in October 2008, using its first season as a learning experience for the players

For more information ...on how to participate, donate or volunteer with the sled hockey team at Sports Plus in Evendale, contact Renee Loftspring at sledhockey@zoomtown.com You can learn more about sled hockey at www. cincinnatiicebreakers.ning.com and coaches. Sycamore High School hockey coach Rob Wocks coaches the 12 participants in sled hockey every week at Sports Plus in Evendale. He said his players from the high school often come in to help with the sled hockey, assisting the players with their sleds and other aspects of the game.

Now in their second season, Loftspring said that the Cincinnati Icebreakers received a $10,000 grant from the National Hockey League Players Association and have been able to purchase 10 new sleds and sticks.

“Our goal is that our program grows because we have enough to suit up 19 players,” Loftspring said.

The team plans to travel this year to compete against teams from Columbus and Cleveland and teams based in Indiana, Michigan and Pennsylania.

For more information about sled hockey in Cincinnati visit www.cincinnatiicebreakers.ning.com.

THINGS TO DO

Decorate a pumpkin

The Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County is hosting the teen pumpkin decorating contest at 2 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Loveland Branch Library, 649 Loveland-Madeira Road. Turn in entries by Oct. 24 or decorate at the library. No cutting, piercing or puncturing the pumpkin. The maximum size pumpkin is 8 inches. Pumpkins are provided by request.

The event is free and open to ages 12-18. Call 369-4476.

Author signs

The Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County is hosting Michael Banks at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Madeira Branch Library, 7200 Miami Ave., Madeira. The author discusses and signs Ruth Lyons biography “Before Oprah: Ruth Lyons The

Woman Who Created Talk TV.” Call 369-6028 or visit www.cincinnatilibrary.org.

Pumpkin walk

The city of Montgomery is hosting the pumpkin walk from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at Pioneer Park, 10505 Deerfield Road.

The event is open to ages 10 and under. Children collect goodies along path from costumed characters. The first 100 participants receive mini pumpkin. It also includes a magic show and hayrides.

Call 891-2424 or visit www. montgomeryohio.org.

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More about Lighthouse Youth Services at www.lys.org.

Canoe trip builds hope, dreams for Lighthouse School kids

By Chuck Gibson

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More than 20 canoes floated downriver from Loveland Canoe & Kayak to the grounds of the Izaak Walton League on a chilly autumn morning Wednesday, Oct. 7.

Each canoe carried hope and dreams for a teenage student from the Lighthouse Community School and an adult volunteer from General Electric.

Benj Walter of GE coordinated the volunteer event all about building the relationship between company employees and students from the Lighthouse Community School.

“This is part of a whole large project for GE,” Walter said. “This is one of the events where we invest time in the students to show them what GE is and that there are people out there who care about them and their lives.”

The Lighthouse Community School is a Cincinnati Public Schools charter school and part of the education division of the Lighthouse Youth Services program that provides help and resources to teens, young adults and parents in need.

Daniel Trujillo is director of education for the Lighthouse program. He said four keys to success for the day and long term include: successful relationships, opportunities for success, having fun while learning and self determination.

“Most of our students are terrified of water and have never done anything like this,” Trujillo said. “They’ve been thinking about this for a week.

We believe if we do it well and do it right we can give them an experience they would never ever get.”

The teens are from all around the city of Cincinnati and have faced difficult challenges in their past. Mark Bersani owns Loveland Canoe & Kayak and recognized the opportunity to help provide a new experience for these kids. Since most of them never experienced a canoe trip, they wanted to know what kind of challenges the river might present.

“The water is clean,” said Craig Morris of Loveland Canoe & Kayak and Little Miami River Inc., while assuring them they would not face dangerous alligators or snakes. “You might see a long neck bird called a blue herron. It is a fish eating bird.”

GE employees Rich Kopena and Phil Johnson helped launch the canoes that sent a GE employee down the

There was plenty of food for everyone at the picnic tables.

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Loveland Mayor Rob Weisgerber joined fellow GE employees John Mueller and Kurt Young grilling hot dogs, hamburgers and Italian sausage for the picnic lunch. Every student had the opportunity to grill (camping style) their own cherry filled mountain pie for desert. It was fun for everyone.

“They’re doing something they haven’t done before,” Kopena said.

“You can see, once they’re doing it, its fun. Its fun! To see kids enjoying themselves; there’s nothing much betCHUCK GIBSON/CONTRIBUTOR ter than that. The kids had a good day, John Mueller, Kurt Young and Loveland Mayor Rob learned something, got out and interWeisgerber, all of GE, man the grill for the Lighthouse acted. That’s what makes it fun.”

On this day about 22 teens and 14 School student picnic lunch.

Lighthouse staff joined about 35 GE employees for the canoe trip and lunch. Events like this help give the student’s tangible evidence of hope for future success. Josh Gastineau has found that hope and is set to graduate in December, but this was all about fun and sharing good advice with his fellow students and friends.

“Canoeing and the food, I liked it all,” Gastineau said. “Do what you have to do, stay off drugs and hit the books.”

After lunch the students worked CHUCK GIBSON/CONTRIBUTOR through several skill building activity Benj Walter of GE and Adam Huelsman from Lighthouse Community School are ready to paddle stations. The activity stations included a survival challenge, escape chaldown river. lenge, treasure hunt and tie-dying Triver with each student. They took shirts. Each activity had a special only about 20 minutes to paddle a incentive, but no incentive was better mile and a half to the Izaak Walton than hopes and dreams of a better League, but the short canoe trip went future for these students who have a long way toward building important already faced down some of life’s relationships for these kids. toughest challenges.

“I’m amazed at how well they “At the end of the day, it engages receive our getting involved,” Johnson our students in building hope,” Daniel said. “They don’t have any problem said. “It’s an opportunity to be sucinteracting with the adults. When I cessful at something they’ve never was growing up, I wasn’t that open to done. GE gives them the ability to adults. It’s neat.” dream.”

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General Electric volunteer Phil Johnson gives a final push to launch a canoe carrying a student and adult volunteer from GE.

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Thirty-five General Electric employee volunteers helped bring hope and dreams to students of the Lighthouse Community School.

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COOKING CLASSES

Optimal Nutrition: Textbook to Table, 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Venus, 7795 Cooper Road.

Learn about benefits of Omega 3 fatty acids with Dr. Josefa Rangel, M.D. of Consults for Wellness. Jill Durr, Venus chef, demonstrates how to cook omega 3-rich meals. Includes tastings, wine and giveaways. $20. Reservations required. Presented by Venus Fitness For Her. 984-4437; www.venus4her.com.

Montgomery.

EDUCATION

Intuitive Development Training, 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Whatever Works Wellness Center, 7433 Montgomery Road. Develop psychic skills using tarot cards and spirit artwork.

Learn old fashioned art of tea leaf reading, flame messages and clairvoyantly seeing with inner eyes. Beginners start 6:30 p.m.; advanced, 7 p.m. Ages 21 and up. $10.

Reservations required. 791-9428; www.accessingangels.com. Silverton.

EXERCISE CLASSES

StrollerFit, 9:45 a.m.-11 a.m. Symmes Park, 11600 Lebanon Road. Free. Presented by StrollerFit - Northeast. 754-2280; www.strollerfit.com/cincinnati/northeast.

Symmes Township.

LITERARY - STORY TIMES

Harvest Time Story Time, 11 a.m. Barnes & Noble Kenwood, 7800 Montgomery Road.

Stories about the turn of seasons. Free. 7949440. Kenwood.

ON STAGE - STUDENT THEATER

HOLIDAY - HALLOWEEN

Scary Knight Tours, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Loveland Castle, 12025 Shore Road. Haunted castle and Scary Garden area. Benefits Historic Loveland Castle. $8; parking $1 per vehicle.

683-4686; www.lovelandcastle.com.

Symmes Township.

Freaky Friday, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road. Carnival with games, spooky music, prizes and Halloween treats. Costumes encouraged. $5, $2 ages 2 and under. 9856747; www.trihealthpavilion.com.

Montgomery.

ON STAGE - COMEDY

Chad Daniels, 8 p.m. $12. Ages 18 and up.

Go Bananas, 984-9288. Montgomery.

ON STAGE - STUDENT THEATER

All in the Timing, 7 p.m. Cincinnati Country Day School, $10, $8 students. 561-7298, ext. 356. Indian Hill.

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ART & CRAFT CLASSES

Hope on Wings Art Piece Class, 9:30 a.m.11:30 a.m. Stamp Your Art Out, 9685 Kenwood Road. Create a three-dimentional art piece using art rubber stamps, craft punches and inks/paints. $16 includes most supplies.

Registration required by Oct. 17. 793-4558.

Blue Ash. A Smoocher Clock Class, 12:45 p.m.-2:45 p.m. Stamp Your Art Out, 9685 Kenwood Road. Create a 5 by 7 clock using art rubber stamps, paper and Smoocher shimmery inks/paints. $23 includes most supplies.

Registration required by Oct. 17. 793-4558.

Blue Ash.

COOKING CLASSES

All in the Timing, 7 p.m. Cincinnati Country Day School, 6905 Given Road. Collection of short plays. $10, $8 students. Through Oct. 24. 561-7298, ext. 356. Indian Hill.

Health Smart Cooking Classes, noon-1:30 p.m. Peachy’s Health Smart, 7400 Montgomery Road. Learn to cook two healthy dishes and discuss nutrition with dietitian.

Ages 14 and up. $22. Reservations required.

793-2949; www.peachyshealthsmart.com/.

Silverton.

SENIOR CITIZENS

DANCE CLASSES

Money Matters, 10:30 p.m.-noon “Year End Tax Strategies.” Sycamore Senior Center, 4455 Carver Woods Drive. Financial seminar.

Includes light refreshments. 984-1234. Blue Ash. F R I D A Y, O C T . 2 3

ART & CRAFT CLASSES

Grungepaper Flower Class, 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

Stamp Your Art Out, 9685 Kenwood Road.

Create a rose using Grungepaper, inks and paints to wear on your coat or give as a gift. $16 includes most supplies. Registration required by Oct. 16. 793-4558. Blue Ash.

EXERCISE CLASSES

StrollerFit, 9:45 a.m.-11 a.m. Symmes Park, Free. 754-2280; www.strollerfit.com/cincinnati/northeast. Symmes Township.

FARMERS MARKET

Greenacres Farm Store, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Greenacres Farm Store, 891-4227. Indian Hill.

Turner Farm, 8:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Turner Farm, 574-1849. Indian Hill.

FOOD & DRINK

Casual Wine Tasting, 4 p.m.-11 p.m. Mama Vita’s, 6405 Branch Hill Guinea Pike. Pub. Includes music. $5. 697-9705; lucy@mamavitas.com; www.mamavitas.com. Loveland.

Cin City Burlesque Workshop - The Sequel, 12:30 p.m.-10 p.m. Sway Dance Fitness Studio, 9729 Kenwood Road. Learn the art of classic burlesque. Workshops and show conclude the event. BYOB to the show.

Bra Auction for Breast Cancer benefitting Susan G. Komen Foundation. Ages 21 and up. $15-$25, $60 pre-registration for entire event. Presented by Pink Productions LLC. 479-2797. Blue Ash.

FARMERS MARKET

Blooms and Berries Farm Market, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Blooms & Berries Farm Market, 9669 S. Ohio 48 — fall location, You-pick produce farm. May: no strawberries; October: pumpkins. Presented by Blooms and Berries Farm Market. 697-9173. Loveland.

HEALTH / WELLNESS

Baby Sitter Training Course, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. American Red Cross Blue Ash Chapter, 10870 Kenwood Road. Ages 11-15. Learn accident prevention, first aid, diapering and feeding. $40. Registration required. Presented by American Red Cross Cincinnati Area Chapter. 792-4000; www.cincinnatiredcross.org. Blue Ash.

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Scary Knight Tours, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Loveland Castle, $8; parking $1 per vehicle. 6834686; www.lovelandcastle.com. Symmes Township.

Pumpkin Harvest Festival, 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Meadowbrook Care Center, 8211 Weller Road. Trick or treating, pony rides, hay ride, bake sale, entertainment, face painting, clowns, games and more. Free. 489-2444.

Montgomery.

Fall on the Farm Fall Festival, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Blooms & Berries Farm Market, 9669 S. Ohio 48 — fall location, Children’s farmthemed play area, food, music and more.

Corn maze; $5, $4 children. Hayrides to pumpkin patch; $4, $3 children. Free admission. Presented by Blooms and Berries Farm Market. 697-9173; www.fallonthefarm.com.

Loveland.

Halloween Story Time, 11 a.m. Black cat theme with picture books like “Black Cat Creeping.” Barnes & Noble Kenwood, 7800 Montgomery Road. Stories, crafts, activities, treats and costume parade. Come dress in costume. Free. 7949440. Kenwood.

Pumpkin Walk, 3 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Pioneer Park - Montgomery, 10505 Deerfield Road. Ages 10 and under. Children collect goodies along path from costumed characters. First 100 participants receive mini pumpkin. Includes magic show and hayrides. Free. Presented

by City of Montgomery. 891-2424; www.montgomeryohio.org. Montgomery.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Rhythm N Blue Ash, 8 p.m. Featuring The Faux Frenchmen. Raymond Walters College Muntz Hall, 9555 Plainfield Road. Muntz Theater. Family friendly. $12, $10 advance.

Reservations recommended. Presented by Raymond Walters College. 745-5705; http://www.rwc.uc.edu/alumni/artcultural/con certs.htm. Blue Ash.

ON STAGE - STUDENT THEATER

All in the Timing, 2 p.m. Cincinnati Country Day School, $10, $8 students. 561-7298, ext. 356. Indian Hill.

ON STAGE - THEATER

ARTrageous Saturday, 11 a.m.-noon The Gizmo Guys: Comedic Jugglers. Raymond Walters College Muntz Hall, 9555 Plainfield Road. Muntz Theater. $5. Presented by Raymond Walters College. Through April 10.

745-5705. Blue Ash.

VOLUNTEER EVENTS

Community Service Weekend, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Loveland Primary/Elementary School, 550 Loveland-Madeira Road. Help prepare gardens for winter. Lunch provided. Bring garden gloves. All ages. In conjunction with Make a Difference Day. Registration required.

324-2873. Loveland.

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Breast Cancer Brick Auction, 2 p.m.-5 p.m.

Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Road. Artist decorated bricks. Benefits the Ellen B. Ganson Memorial Foundation, which allocates funds to research projects benefiting breast cancer treatment and prevention. Free. 761-7500; www.breastcancerbricks.org.

Amberley Village.

EXERCISE CLASSES

StrollerFit, 9:45 a.m.-11 a.m. Symmes Park, Free. 754-2280; www.strollerfit.com/cincinnati/northeast. Symmes Township.

FARMERS MARKET

Blooms and Berries Farm Market, 11 a.m.5 p.m. Blooms & Berries Farm Market, 6979173. Loveland.

FOOD & DRINK

Amore for Lisa, 4 p.m.-7 p.m. St. Margaret of York, 9483 Columbia Road. Spaghetti dinner

by Olive Garden and entertainment by Jenny Gregory. Dinner includes salad, breadstick, dessert and beverage. Beer and wine will be available. Seatings every half hour. Benefits woman in treatment for Hodgkin’s Disease.

Benefits yes. $15, $7 children. 683-7100.

Deerfield Township.

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You can find all kinds of creepy creatures aboard the USS Nightmare in Newport.

The haunted boat features three levels and 40 horrifying areas. It is open through Nov. 1, from 7-11 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays; and 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Fridays and Saturdays. Tickets are $16 or $20 for faster entry. A special lighter and brighter kids matinee is this Sunday from 4-6 p.m. Tickets for the matinee are $6.

To tour the boat or to find out more information, visit www.ussnightmare.com. The tour itself lasts 40 minutes. The USS Nightmare is located at 101 Riverboat Row on the BB Riverboats Newport Landing.

Fall on the Farm Fall Festival, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Blooms & Berries Farm Market, Free admission. 697-9173; www.fallonthefarm.com. Loveland.

Fall Festival, 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Blue Ash YMCA, 5000 YMCA Drive. Ferris Field. Games and prizes, face painting, crafts, food, drinks, trick or treating, hayrides and more. Free. Tickets required, available at Blue Ash office. 7915000. Blue Ash.

ON STAGE - COMEDY

Chad Daniels, 8 p.m. $8, $4 bar and restaurant employees. Ages 18 and up. Go Bananas, 984-9288. Montgomery.

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The Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County is hosting the Teen Pumpkin Decorating Contest at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Loveland Branch Library, 649 Loveland-Madeira Road, Loveland. Turn in entries by Oct. 24 or decorate at the library. No cutting, piercing or puncturing the pumpkin. The maximum size pumpkin is 8 inches. Pumpkins are provided by request. The event is free and open to ages 12-18. Call 369-4476. Lucas Carle won Scariest Pumpkin for this entry in the Loveland Branch Library’s 2008 Teen Pumpkin Decorating Contest.

RECREATION

Adult Volleyball League, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Blue Ash YMCA, 5000 YMCA Drive. Recreation league for men and women. Emphasis on physical fitness and fun. League continues for seven weeks. Ages 18 and up. $250 community team, $225 member team; $50 community member, $40 member. Registration required by Oct. 21. 791-5000. Blue Ash.

VOLUNTEER EVENTS

Community Service Weekend, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Loveland Primary/Elementary School, Registration required. 324-2873. Loveland.

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CIVIC Computer and TV Recycling DropOff, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 2trg, $20 TVs over 60 pounds, $10 TVs under 60 pounds, free for other items. 946-7766. Blue Ash. CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

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CIVIC

School Board Candidate Forum, 7 p.m.

Indian Hill Primary School, 6207 Drake Road.

Auditorium. Audience has opportunity to write questions on index cards and pose to candidates. Candidates have one minute for opening statement, one minute to answer each question and two minutes for closing statements. Cadidates include: Karl Grafe, Elizabeth Johnston, Kim Lewis, Souroushe Zandvakili. Forum run by The League of Women voters. Free 272-8931. Indian Hill.

EXERCISE CLASSES

StrollerFit, 9:45 a.m.-11 a.m. Symmes Park, Free. 754-2280; www.strollerfit.com/cincinnati/northeast. Symmes Township.

RECREATION

Home School Swim and Gym, 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Blue Ash YMCA, 5000 YMCA Drive.

Physical education program held in gym and pool, emphasizing skill development for lifelong physical activities while using skills to play games. Seven-week session. Ages -. $50, $33 members. Registration required.

791-5000; www.myy.org. Blue Ash.

Cincinnati Toastmasters Club No. 472 Meeting, 7 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Kenwood, 7701 Kenwood Road.

Public speaking and leadership skills meeting. Free. Presented by Cincinnati Toastmasters Club No. 472. 351-5005. Kenwood.

EXERCISE CLASSES

StrollerFit, 9:45 a.m.-11 a.m. Symmes Park, Free. 754-2280; www.strollerfit.com/cincinnati/northeast. Symmes Township.

FARMERS MARKET

Greenacres Farm Store, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Greenacres Farm Store, 891-4227. Indian Hill.

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EXERCISE CLASSES StrollerFit, 9:45 a.m.-11 a.m. Symmes Park, Free. 754-2280; www.strollerfit.com/cincinnati/northeast. Symmes Township.

HEALTH / WELLNESS

Weight Loss Booster, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road. Learn to plan healthy meals, jump-start your metabolism and pinpoint and change behaviors that lead to overeating and weight gain. $125. Registration required.

985-6732; www.trihealthpavilion.com.

Montgomery.

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Decorate a Pumpkin, 7 p.m. Madeira Branch Library, 7200 Miami Ave. Pick a pumpkin and decorate it. For Ages 12 and under.

Free. Registration required. Presented by Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County. 369-6028. Madeira.

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The Cincinnati Cyclones kick off their season at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, against the Wheeling Nailers, at the U.S. Bank Arena. There will be a North Division banner raising ceremony. Tickets are $12 or $24.50, front row. Visit www.usbankarena.com.

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We can close the door to what we want themselves in the black hole of our needs.

On the other hand, we might close the door by exhibiting the opposite behavior. We are lonely and looking, but portray a selfsufficiency, gruffness or coolness that says in unspoken words, “Me, need someone? No way! Needing is only for weaklings.” Once again, the other person goes away. Who wants to stand before a closed door?

Multiply those situa%tions in various scenarios and we way get a picture of many people’s lives. There are sales-people who want to make a sale and become pushy or turn into a leach; parents who

Too often we are our own worst enemy. We badly want or need something, yet behave in such a way that we diminish our chances of getting it.

For example: we’re lonely and look for a friend or someone to love us. And voila, we meet a likeable person who shows some interest in us.

And what is our reaction? We desperately cling to them, phone or text message them 10 times a day, or express jealousy if they have other friends.

Unless they’re equally obtuse, they’ll soon leave.

We drive them away by giving them reason to fear suffocation, or that they’ll lose

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yearn for more time with their adult children yet engender guilt trips when then come; clergy who encourage church attendance, yet constantly preach fear and treat attendees as children.

If we are door-closers, how do we counter our tendency to be one? Of course, the first step is to “know yourself” – as the early Greeks were wise enough to realize.

We must honestly analyze our own behavior and realistically examine our words, actions and attitudes. Are we aware of our choice of words or implied impressions, and the result

they have on others? Can we detect our possessive, arrogant or insulting manner of acting or speaking?

Step two. We need to become students of human nature. It doesn’t take a Mensa Society IQ to recognize the basic dynamics of our shared humanness.

One of the most precious things we all need and hope for is expressed by the clinical term empathic resonance. You and I are yearning for someone who genuinely “resonates” with us – who will understand us and recognize how we may feel in the circumstances of life.

We are not asking that someone always agree with

us, but that there is a genuine connection of their person with “my” person.

What a satisfaction it is when someone stands in my shoes for a moment.

That indicates a door is open.

We tend not to shut as many doors when we remember and sense that though we are unique, there is still a solidarity within our human nature. Perhaps I’ve quoted her words too often, but I really feel Lily Tomlin expressed a great truth when she said, “We’re all in this together, by ourselves!”

Our children are not children any longer; a customer is profit, a salesperson is

overhead; parishioners are Father Lou fellowGuntzelman seekers, Perspectives and clergy are not gods with thunderbolts; and a person seeking love and understanding, well, that’s all of us.

Father Lou Guntzelman is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.

Reach him at columns@ communitypress.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.

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During his treatment, Joe settled into a comfortable routine, walking his sister’s dogs, writing music or playing guitar in the morning, and undergoing high-precision radiotherapy in the afternoon.

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October 21, 2009

Popcorn is the all-ages snack for the season

When we were kids, Mom had a certain aluminum saucepan that she popped corn in.

I remember the lid was a bit battered so that when the popcorn started popping, some would pop all the way to the ceiling.

Fun! Now making popcorn is a lot easier with non-stick pans or microwave bags.

Popcorn and Halloween are synonymous.

It’s the one celebration

that transcends ages when it comes to the kinds of food served – a time to go being Rita back a kid Heikenfeld a g a i n , Rita’s kitchen e n j o y i n g monster eyes and popcorn balls and telling ghoulish ghost stories.

Aunt Lil’s baked caramel corn

From friend Carolyn Grieme, a Northern Kentucky reader who believes, like I do, that cooking with family from heirloom recipes is not only satisfying, but preserves personal history, as well.

Here’s what she told me about this recipe: “This is handed down from my Aunt Lil. We don’t know for sure, but we believe she may have gotten the recipe

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2 sticks butter or margarine 2 cups firmly packed brown sugar 1 ⁄2 cup corn syrup 1 teaspoon salt 1 ⁄2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla 24 cups popped corn (about 2-3 bags microwave popped or 1 cup unpopped) Boil butter, brown sugar, corn syrup and salt. Stir constantly, about five minutes. Remove from heat, stir in baking soda and vanilla.

Gradually pour mixture over popped corn and mix well. Pour into shallow pans - Carolyn uses two or three 9-by-13-inch pans.

Bake at 250 degrees for one hour. Stir every 15 minutes. Cool completely, and break apart. Store in tight containers.

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from one of her fellow church members.

“She was very involved for many years in various ways at her church, St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, Barnsburg (Cincinnati). Whenever we invited family over for holiday dinners or just a common get together, Aunt Lil would always come with gifts.

“Often she would bring large bags of this baked caramel corn, which we all loved. Other times, she would bring plants that she had dug out of her yard for us to transplant to our own yards – she loved gardening as well.”

Tips from Rita’s kitchen:

• Add a couple cups nuts

9-by-13-inch pan (when chilled, cut into squares).

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A coven of homemade popcorn balls, whare are fun for all ages. to the corn to make a Cracker Jack like treat.

• Spray the bowl, spoon, etc. for easy mixing.

Marshmallow popcorn balls or squares

I’ll be making these with the grandkids this week.

You can make all sorts of shapes – like ghosts, tombstones, etc. and decorate with tiny candies.

You can also put these on sticks, make tiny balls for a party, etc.

1 ⁄2 cup popcorn, popped or 1 bag microwave popcorn, popped (11-12 cups popped corn) 5-6 cups mini marshmallows (about a 10 oz bag) 6 tablespoons butter or margarine 11⁄2 teaspoons vanilla l cup mini M&M type candies (optional) Melt marshmallows and butter over low heat. Stir until smooth. Add vanilla and blend.

Combine candies with popcorn in a bowl sprayed with vegetable spray, and pour marshmallow mixture over.

Mix well with sprayed spatula and spoon and form into balls with sprayed hands or pour into sprayed

You can form the balls ahead minus the olives and refrigerate. Just increase the baking time.

3 cups all purpose baking mix (I use Kroger brand) 1 pound uncooked regular or hot pork sausage 8 oz Muenster or cheddar cheese, shredded Pimento-stuffed olives Preheat oven to 400.

Mix everything together and shape into small 11⁄4 inches or so balls. Put on sprayed baking sheet. Press 1 pimiento-stuffed olive into the center of each ball, pressing so it will stick.

Bake 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Popcorn is good for you

It’s a whole grain with 4 grams of fiber per serving.

Eating popcorn may curb your appetite.

Folks who ate 1 cup of fat-free popcorn half an hour before a meal ate less than folks who snacked on an equal amount of potato chips.

Popcorn has more dietary fiber and antioxidants than any other snack food.

Rita Nader Heikenfeld is Macy’s certified culinary professional and family herbalist, an educator and author. E-mail her at columns@communitypress.com with “Rita’s kitchen” in the subject line. Or call 513-2487130, ext. 356. Visit Rita at www.Abouteating.com.

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Deondra (Kamau) Means from the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati leads a “Tom Sawyer” workshop during “Tom Sawyer Day” at Eden Park’s Seasongood Pavilion Oct. 4. Catch the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s “Tom Sawyer Workshop” at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Loveland Branch Library.

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It’s That Time! Our 17th Annual Pumpkin Harvest Festival is COMING! When:

Sat. October 24

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Where: Meadowbrook Care Center

A Northern Cincinnati family tradition, our 17th Annual Pumpkin Harvest Festival, is back once again... and Bigger & Better than ever.

This family-oriented event is Free and Open to the Community.

Featu Featuring safe trick or treating, pony rides, hay rides, bake sale, games, petting zoo, face painting, clowns, crafts, and costume parade. A fun family tradition!

We Invite you and your family to get “costumed-up” and join us for an afternoon of pure Fall fun!

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• Big Read Contest – Through Saturday, Oct. 31.

Read “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer”, pick up a reader’s guide or attend one of The Big Read programs at your local Library to be entered to win two tickets good for a BB Riverboat cruise. One pair of tickets will be given away at each of the Library’s 41 locations in Hamilton County courtesy of BB Riverboats.

• Tom Sawyer Mural Day from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Madeira Branch Library, 7200 Miami Ave.; 369-6028.

Visit the Madeira Branch Library to hear river songs and stories by Bear Foot and decorate a fence hallway mural.

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Throughout October the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County invites everyone to share in “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” by participating in The Big Read.

Designed by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to restore reading to the center of American culture and to address the decline of literary reading, especially among youth, The Big Read provides citizens across the nation the opportunity to read and discuss a single book within their communities.

Hundreds of kids of all ages helped the Library kickoff The Big Read during “Tom Sawyer Day” in Eden Park’s Seasongood Pavilion on Sunday, Oct. 4. During this family-fun event they ... heard live music from Jake Speed and the Freddies ... met Mark Twain ... participated in games and a “Tom Sawyer” workshop with the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati ... and learned about Ohio River history and wildlife with naturalists from the Cincinnati Park Board.

For more information about The Big Read, visit www.cincinnatilibrary.org/n ews/2009/bigread/.

Catch “The Big Read” programs at your local library: • Book and Reader’s Guide Distribution Through Saturday, Oct. 31 – Stop by any Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County location to pick up a free copy of “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.” While you’re there, pick up reader’s guides, audio guides and a list of The Big Read programming.

• “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” Online Book Discussion – Through Saturday, Oct. 31. Visit www.

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October 21, 2009

Enjoy Havdallah under the stars The Jewish Sabbath is officially over on Saturday evening when three stars in the sky are visible, but why?

Come find out the answer to that and other astronomical questions at

Havdallah Under the Stars at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at Northern Hills Synagogue-Congregation B’nai Avraham, 5714 Fields Ertel Road (between Interstate 71 and Snider Road). Families and friends of all ages are

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The Havdallah ceremony, involving the use of wine, spices and a ceremonial braided candle, marks the symbolic end of Shabbat, and ushers in the new week.

After Havdallah is celebrated, Daniel Kuntz from the Cincinnati Observatory will talk about his passion ... the evening sky to the naked eye.

He will discuss the planets and their unique characteristics, as well as the space missions that have taken place or are planned to each planet. Kuntz will also point

out common constellations and provide a tour of the sky through telescopes.

“It’s exciting to think that this program will make a connection between today and yesterday, celebrating an age old tradition under the same night sky our ancestors saw when they looked up,” said Tracy Weisberger, director of education and programming for Northern Hills Synagogue and coordinator of the event.

Bring a telescope if you have one. There is no charge for the event, but reservations are appreciated and can be made by calling the synagogue office at 931-6038.

Anna Belgin and Milovan will entertain at the Clermont Conservation District Banquet Thursday, Oct. 29.

With influences such as Jewel, Bonnie Raitt, Norah Jones and Eva Cassidy, Belgin and her father Milovan have created an acoustic pop/folk/blues sound.

The popular duo has performed at venues like The Blind Lemon, Harmony Hill Vineyards and many others in the Tristate area. Belgin recently released a new CD “Broken Compass.” To learn more, visit www.annaandmilovan.com.

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The general public is invited to come and learn more about what’s being done in Clermont County to encourage a balance of community growth and conserving natural resources.

Dinner this year is pulled pork barbecue sandwiches, coleslaw, potato salad, baked beans and brownies à la mode for dessert.

New this year is a silent auction to help raise funds to further conservation education in Clermont County.

Theme baskets will go to the highest bidder as will other items such as power tools and works of art. If interested in sponsoring a basket or silent auction item, call 732-7075.

The district will be electing two board supervisors to serve three-year terms starting Jan. 1, 2010. Candidates include current supervisor Joe Glassmeyer of Felicity, David Smith of Batavia and Krista Nutter of Milford.

Doors will open at 5:45 p.m. and voting polls for SWCD board supervisor will remain open until 6:45 p.m.

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Religion news is published at no charge on a spaceavailable basis. Items must be to our office no later than 4 p.m. Wednesday, for possible consideration in the following edition.

E-mail announcements to loveland@communitypress.co m, with “Religion” in the subject line. Fax to 248-1938.

Call 248-8600.

Mail to: Loveland Herald, Attention: Teasha Fowler, Religion news, 394 Wards Corner Road, Suite 170, Loveland, OH 45140.

Church of the Saviour United Methodist

The church is hosting Trick or Trunk from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28. Families are invited to participate in free Halloween fun.

The event includes crafts, Halloween games, face painting and treats. The Fall Craft/Vendor Show is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 7. It is free.

Senior Men meet every at 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday for lunch. Bring your lunch and enjoy the fellowship.

Kids Morning Out is from 9 a.m. to noon every Monday through Thursday. It is open to children 6 months-kindergarten. The cost is $10 for one child and $15 for families of two or more.

The church is at 8005 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery; 791-3142; www.cos-umc.org.

Feb. 22, March 15, April 19, May 17, June 7, July 19 and Aug. 16.

The church is at 7701 Kenwood Road, Kenwood; 891-1700.

Kenwood Fellowship Church

Connections Christian Church

The church has contemporary worship at 10:30 a.m. Sundays.

The church is hosting Kidz Town, a community outreach for children kindergarten-sixth grade, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. The event features a pancake breakfast, children’s animated story, drama, music, crafts and games. The Cincinnati Dulcimer Society will be presenting a special program for the children. To register, call 791-8348 or e-mail marcia@connectionscc.org by Wednesday, Oct. 21.

The church is at 7421 East Galbraith Road, Madeira; 791-8348.

Epiphany United Methodist Church

Worship times are: Contemporary worship at 5 p.m. Saturdays, contemporary worship at 9 a.m. Sundays and traditional worship at 10:30 a.m. Sundays.

Epiphany’s Wee Three Kings Preschool has openings for the 1824 month Parent’s Day Out classes. Classes meet from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday.

Choose one or two days a week.

This is a great opportunity for your child to learn and play with children his/her own age, while you get some much needed time to yourself. Call Stacy at 683-4256.

The church is at 6635 LovelandMiamiville Road, Loveland; 6779866.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

The church is hosting Scrapbooking from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. nearly every third Monday. Free childcare is provided. You must register by 5 p.m. Friday before the Monday event. For more information, call the church at 891-1700. The dates are: Nov. 16, Dec. 14, Jan. 25,

The church has a new contemporary worship service from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturdays. The services will feature contemporary worship music in a relaxed atmosphere with biblical teaching that will resonate with the fast-paced lifestyles that many of us find ourselves in today.

The church is at 7205 Kenwood Road; 891-9768.

Loveland Presbyterian Church

All youth groups now meet at 6 p.m. every Sunday night beginning with supper, a short worship service and group sessions.

The church is at 360 Robin Ave., Loveland; 683-2525; www.LPCUSA.org.

Loveland United Methodist

The new service times are 8:30 to 9:20 a.m. for the Traditional Service, 9:40 to 10:40 a.m. for the Contemporary Service and Sunday School and 11 a.m. to noon for the Blended Service and Sunday School.

Membership At Loveland UMC – The first step is to attend an “Explore LUMC Breakfast,” where you’ll have an opportunity to learn more about Loveland UMC. Childcare is provided. Breakfast is held 9-10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14.

Join the United Methodist Women from 9:45 a.m. to 11 a.m. the first Thursday morning of each month for UMW, a time of fellowship, devotion and ministry at LUMC. The purpose of the UMW is “to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church.”

The church is at 10975 S. Lebanon Road, Loveland; 683-1738.

Nov. 7, in the Community Room of the Symmes Township Library (11850 Enyart Road). It is a helpful, encouraging seminar for people facing the holidays after a loved one’s death. Space is limited to the first 50 adults; pre-registration is required. There is no charge for this event. Topics to be discussed include “Why the Holidays Are Tough,” “What to Expect,” “How to Prepare,” “How to Manage Relationships and Holiday Socials” and “Using the Holidays to Help You Heal.” Those who attend will receive a free book with over 30 daily readings providing additional insights and ideas on holiday survival. Child care through sixth grade will be provided during the event at the church. Pre-registration for child care is required. To pre-register, call Mendy Maserang at 587-2437 or e-mail mmaserang@mcc.us.

The church is hosting “DivorceCare: Surviving the Holidays” from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, in the Community Room of the Symmes Township Branch Library, 11850 Enyart Road. It is a helpful, encouraging seminar for people facing the holidays after a separation or divorce. Space is limited to the first 50 adults; pre-registration is required. There is no charge for this event. Topics to be discussed include “Why the Holidays Are Tough,” “What Emotions to Expect,” “How to Plan and Prepare,” “How to Handle Uncomfortable Situations” and “Using the Holidays to Help You Heal.” Those who attend will receive a free book with more than 30 daily readings providing additional insights and ideas on holiday survival. Child care through sixth grade will be provided during the event starting at 10:30 a.m. at Montgomery Community

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Pre-registration for child care is required. To pre-register, call Mendy Maserang at 587-2437 or e-mail mmaserang@mcc.us.

The church is at 11251 Montgomery Road; 489-0892.

make friends and have fun; held 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.; child care provided. There is a Christian counselor as the parent coach, as well as a mentor mom. Call 583-0371.

The church is at 6300 Price Road, Loveland; 677-7600.

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St. Paul Community United Methodist Church

The church conducts worship at 10:30 a.m., Sundays and Divine Providence Study Group the first four Sundays of the month from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

The church is located at 9035 E. Kemper Road, Montgomery; 4899572.

Worship times starting Sunday, Sept.

6: 5 p.m. Saturdays; 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sundays.

The church is hosting Trunk or Treat Friday, Oct. 23. There will be trunks full of treats for all little goblins. If you plan to provide treats in your trunk, please be in the new parking lot at 6 p.m. Treating will begin at 6:30 p.m. Hot dogs, cider and cookies will also be served.

Arrive in costume. Call the church for more information.

The church is at 101 South Lebanon Road, Loveland; 683-4244.

River Hills Christian Church

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Nelson Rosario and Jeanne Rosario of Cincinnati, Ohio announce the engagement of their daughter Dr. Carmen Marie Rosario to James Allen Stein. The groom is the son of Dr. Howard Stein and Beatrice Stein of Ft. Worth, Texas.

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The church begin a new series, “Tell Me Why? Answering Life’s Biggest Questions” Sunday, Oct. 25. The sermon, “From A to Zaccheus,” will be based on the scripture reading Luke 19:1-10.

The church is at 8221 Miami Road, Madeira; 891-8181; www.stpaulcommunityumc.org.

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Good Shepherd (E LCA) www.goodshepherd.com

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Mason United Methodist Church 6315 S. Mason-Montgomery Rd. (near Tylersville Rd. intersection) 513-398-4741 8:30 & 11:00 AM Traditional Worship 9:45 AM Contemporary Worship 1:30 PM Esperanza Viva, Hispanic Worship 9:40 & 11:00 AM Sunday School Childcare available www.masonumc.org

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3751 Creek Rd.

513-563-0117

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MADEIRA SILVERWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH www.madeirachurch.org 8000 Miami Ave. 791-4470 Contemporary Worship 9:00 am

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PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA)

101 South Lebanon Rd. Loveland, OH 45140 683-4244 Lead Pastor Jonathan Eilert Pastor Grant Eckhart Saturday Service 5:00pm Sunday Services 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00am Sunday School 9:30am http://www.princeofpeaceelca.org

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Loveland resident contributes to auction Loveland resident and artist, Jamie Prell Morath, is dedicated to finding a cure for breast cancer.

Morath has created two bricks for ‘Bricks Along the Journey’s” eighth annual breast cancer bricks silent auction, a homegrown fundraiser for breast cancer research, political advocacy and patient support occurring from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 25, at the Mayerson JCC. Morath is motivated to participate partly because of a personal connection; her mother-in-law is almost a 16-year breast cancer survivor.

For the brick auction, Morath chose to illustrate themes that reflect her focus on self-confident women.

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Morath said, “I believe it is important for us as women to believe in ourselves and to show who we are,” and she reflects this attitude in her depiction of elegant, colorfully painted figures engaged in enjoyable pastimes such as sipping coffee and martinis.

Morath is an award-winning, self-taught artist whose work, typically

acrylic and ink on canvas or watercolor paper, may be viewed at Loveland Studios On Main and on her Web site www.jamiemorath.com.

For a chance to bid on one of her stylized bricks and be lucky enough to bring one home with you, plan to attend the Breast Cancer Brick auction Sunday, Oct. 25.

There is no admission charge. Approximately 200 artists have created bricks for this auction.

For more information about the auction and the Ellen B. Ganson Foundation, visit www.breastcancerbricks.org. The Mayerson JCC is at 8485 Ridge Road, just south of the Ronald Reagan Highway’s Ridge Road exit.

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Nature center launches new Web site Cincinnati Nature Center has recently launched a new and innovative Web site.

The new Web site provides for greater interaction and easy to use navigational tools to allow its visitors to effortlessly browse through programs, events and natural history questions. In addition, guests can readily register for classes, events and programs.

“Our new Web site provides current information regarding the opportunities at Cincinnati Nature Center,” said Bill Hopple, executive director at CNC. “It has the most up-to-date information and graphics and is really a fun tool for our visitors to use.”

Lynsey Sheets, publications and online media manager said, “We are utilizing the most current technology to allow for easy navigation to direct our visitors to the activities and information that interest them.

Our interactive features, including live local weather reports, help you plan for a fun trip to Cincinnati Nature Center.”

For more information, visit www.CincyNature.org or call 831-1711. Cincinnati Nature Center’s Rowe Woods is located at 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford, OH 45150.

NEWS MAKERS Resident nominated

Each year, the Duke Energy Children’s Museum offers the “Difference Maker’s Award” to one local individual or business that is going above and beyond to better the lives of children in their communities.

Nominations are made by people in their communities for others they feel fit this description. Leah Jordan of Loveland was nominated.

In spite of being diagnosed with acute myelogenous leukemia before the age of 10 and undergoing nine months of cancer treatments, Jordan made it her mission to raise the spirits of other young patients at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center during their various procedures and treatments.

The winner will be announced Oct. 29.

Police reports LOVELAND

Management at Signal Hill, Sept. 28.

Arrests/citations

Sara E. Ross, 22, 2690 Sterling Trail, violate court order, Oct. 9.

Jonathan D. Garvey, 19, 1040 LovelandMadeira Road No. 7, capias, Oct. 10.

Incidents/investigations Capias

At 126 S. Lebanon Road, Oct. 10.

Parks; regulations

At 11668 Rich Road, Oct. 10.

At 11668 Rich Road, Oct. 10.

Theft

At 1930 W. Loveland Ave., Oct. 7.

Violate court order

At 126 S. Lebanon Road, Oct. 9.

MIAMI TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations

Jeffrey S. Moore, 38, 969 Ohio 28 No. 142, drug abuse instrument, child endangering, Oct. 1.

Michael D. Byus, 18, 6 Park Ave., menacing, domestic violence, Oct. 5.

Incidents/investigations Burglary

Currency, DVD player, safe, etc. taken; over $3,400 at 1309 Woodville Pike, Sept. 30.

Weed trimmer and screw guns taken; $900 at 5498 Sugarcamp, Oct. 1.

Criminal damage

Door handle damaged on vehicle at 1281 Pebble Brooke Trail, Sept. 29.

Porch, windows, etc. spray painted at 5753 Mount Vernon, Oct. 4.

Paint on vehicle, etc. at 5755 Mount Vernon, Oct. 4.

Criminal mischief

Office egged at Midwest Occ. Health

Domestic violence At Ohio 28, Oct. 5.

Forgery

Female received fraudulent check; $850 at 812 Commons Drive, Oct. 1.

Misuse of credit card

Male stated credit card used with no authorization at 601 Traverse Creek, Sept. 28.

Male stated credit card of Crossroads Car & Truck was used with no authorization at Ohio 28, Oct. 2.

Theft

Medication taken at 969 Ohio 28 No. 153, Sept. 28.

Gasoline not paid for at BP Station; $21.66 at Ohio 131, Sept. 28.

Computer router taken at Duke Energy; $200 at 1099 Ohio 28, Sept. 29.

Female stated she paid for two fake magazine subscriptions; $98 at 6680 Deerview Court, Sept. 28.

Diamond ring taken; $5,000 at 1206 Deblin Drive, Sept. 29.

Washer and dryer taken from rental property; $500 at 1083 Michelle Trail, Sept. 30.

Gasoline not paid for at United Dairy Farmers; $20.26 at Ohio 50, Sept. 30.

Firewood taken; $600 at 70 Glendale Milford Road, Oct. 1.

Gasoline taken from United Dairy Farmers; $48.70 at Ohio 50, Oct. 1.

Money taken; $600 at 1179 Kash Drive, Oct. 2.

DVDs taken from Meijer; $200 at Ohio 28, Oct. 3.

Jewelry taken; $7,130 at 6338 Trail-

ridge, Oct. 2.

Rims and tires taken; $450 at 6539 Lewis Road, Oct. 3.

Merchandise taken from Meijer; $18 at Ohio 28, Oct. 2.

Money obtained through scam; $2,500 at 5451 Candy Lane, Sept. 30.

Log splitter taken $1,800 at 6678 Branch Hill Guinea Pike, Oct. 5.

Copper wire, furnace etc. taken from homes; $3,375 at 1900, 1901, 1902, 1903 Inverness Way, Oct. 4.

Gasoline not paid for at BP Station; $28.06 at Ohio 131, Oct. 6.

SYCAMORE TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations

Keyana White, 31, 8312 Monroe Ave., endangering children at 8312 Monroe Ave., Sept. 22.

Lauren Ankney, 21, 1013 Millreton Drive, theft at 7913 Montgomery Road, Sept. 17.

Zachry Watkins, 23, 251 Smithville Road, theft, criminal trespassing at 7913 Montgomery Road, Sept. 19.

Frank Beuchamp, 52, 1518 Section Road, possession of marijuana at Summit and Section, Sept. 4.

Incidents/investigations Assault

Reported at Kugler Mill Road, Sept. 27.

Reported at 8590 Blue Ash Road, Sept. 13.

Burglary

Residence entered and TV, DVD and TV stand valued at $1,470 removed at 5353 Bayberry, Sept. 25.

Reported at 11238 Marlette Drive, Sept. 18.

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Criminal mischief

Reported at 1929 Chaucer Drive, Sept. 27.

Reported at 8368 Squirrelridge Drive, Sept. 20.

Vehicle damaged at 7505 Montgomery Road, Sept. 21.

Vehicle damaged at 11525 Snider Road, Sept. 20.

Domestic violence

Male reported at E. Galbraith Road, Sept. 21.

Misuse of credit card

Reported at 1933 Chaucer, Sept. 21.

Passing bad checks

Reported at 8063 Montgomery Road, Sept. 13.

Protection order violation

Reported at 4650 E. Galbraith Road, Sept. 18.

Theft

Credit card removed and used at 5575 E. Galbraith Road, Sept. 22.

License plate removed from vehicle at 8590 Blue Ash Road, Sept. 25.

GPS valued at $200 removed from vehicle at 11289 Marlette Drive, Sept. 18. $825 taken through deceptive means at 7775 Montgomery Road, Sept. 21.

Wallet and contents of unknown value removed at 4650 E. Galbraith Road, Sept. 18.

Wallet and contents of unknown value removed at 4777 Galbraith Road, Sept. 21.

Satellite radio valued at $150 removed at 11985 Second Ave., Sept. 15.

Watch valued at $135 removed at 7875 Montgomery Road, Sept. 16.

Game system and Ipod valued at $460 removed from vehicle at 4730 Sycamore Road, Sept. 10.

Fake $100 removed at 7875 U.S. 22, Sept. 19.

SYMMES TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations

Stephen Donnell, 54, 12142 Rich Road, disorderly conduct at 12142 Rich Road, Sept. 27.

Juvenile female, 15, curfew violation at U.S. 22 and Blong Road, Sept. 20.

Juvenile female, 14, curfew violation at U.S. 22 and Blong Road, Sept. 20.

Juvenile female, 14, curfew violation at U.S. 22 and Blong Road, Sept. 20.

Juvenile female, 16, domestic violence at Beech Drive and Oak Street, Sept. 16.

Incidents/investigations Breaking and entering

Skin care products valued at $510 removed at 11031 Montgomery Road, Sept. 25.

Residence entered at 12085 Montgomery Road, Sept. 19.

Burglary

Residence entered and guitar and tools valued at $275 removed at 8754 Creekscape Lane, Sept. 23.

Residence entered at 9283 Hopewell Road, Sept. 26.

Criminal damaging

Mailboxes damaged at 9358 Kemper Grove, Sept. 21.

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Felonious assault

Reported at 8675 Fields Ertel Road, Sept. 15.

Menacing

Victim threatened at 8901 Harper Point Drive, Sept. 24.

Passing bad checks

Reported at 12063 Montgomery Road, Sept. 24.

Theft

Condenser coils of unknown value removed at 9275 Governors Way, Sept. 29. $56.94 in gas pumped and not paid for at 12147 Montgomery Road, Sept. 23.

License plate removed from vehicle at 8330 Patrilla Lane, Sept. 23.

Fuel valued at $26.32 removed at 9390 Loveland Madeira Road, Sept. 23.

Vehicle entered and laptop and books valued at $1,000 removed at 9141 Fields Ertel Road, Sept. 19.

Vehicle entered and $10 removed at 12090 Mason Road, Sept. 18.

Purse and contents of unknown value removed at 10500 Loveland Madeira Road, Sept. 17.

Theft of identity

Reported at 12052 Cinnamon, Sept. 15.

Theft, misuse of credit card

Credit card used without consent at 9936 Waterstone Blvd., Sept. 22.

Unauthorized use of motor vehicle Vehicle used without consent at 9970 Washington Ave., Sept. 21.

Violation of protection order

Reported at 9466 Farmcourt, Sept. 16.

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Vehicle mirror damaged at 8458 Pine Road, Sept. 22.

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SECTION 00020 NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

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The City of Loveland, through the office of the City Manager, will receive sealed bids for the Water Line Replacement on Wall St., Between Ohio and Betty Ray project. The project is the installation of 8" water main located on Wall St., Ohio Av., Harper Av., Shadycrest Ln., Brecker Ln., Wilson Av., and Victory Ci. in Hamilton County, Ohio. The project work includes, but is not limited to: earthwork, installation of approximately 100 linear feet of 12" storm sewer, catch basins, approximately 3,600 linear feet of 8" diameter water main, appurtenances, curb replacement, and restoration of disturbed areas.

Separate sealed bids will be received by the City of Loveland and then publicly opened and read aloud at Loveland City Hall, 120 W. Loveland Ave., Loveland, OH on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 3:00 PM local time.

The plans, specifications, and bid forms may be examined at: McGraw-Hill Construction Dodge Plan Rm 7265 Kenwood Road, Suite 200 Cincinnati, OH 45236 Allied Construction Industries 3 Kovach Drive Cincinnati, OH 45215 Loveland City Hall, City Manager’s Office 120 West Loveland Avenue Loveland, OH 45140 (513) 683-0150 Copies of the Bidding Documents may be purchased at cost at: Queen City Reprographics 2863 Sharon Road Cincinnati, Ohio 45241 Each BIDDER must deposit with their bid, security in the amount, form, and subject to the conditions provided in the INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS. The OWNER reserves the right to accept any bid, to reject any or all bids, and to waive any irregularities in any bid. No BIDDER may withdraw his bid within sixty (60) days after the actual date of the opening thereof. Bidders are advised that State Prevailing Wage requirements WILL apply to this contract. An optional Pre-bid Conference, to answer any BIDDERS questions, will be held on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 1:00 PM at the Loveland City Hall Council Chambers, 120 W. Loveland Ave., Loveland, OH. Prospective BIDDERS may address inquiries with Cindy Klopfenstein, City Engineer, at 120 West Loveland Avenue, Loveland, OH 45140, (513) 683-0150.

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SECTION 00020 NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS The City of Loveland, through the office of the City Manager, will receive sealed bids for the South Second Street Improvements project. The project is the installation of roadway, water and storm water improvements, located on South Second Street between Oak St. and Broadway St. in Clermont County, Ohio.

The project work includes, but is not limited to: guardrail replacement, pavement resurfacing, replacement of approximately 329 linear feet of 12" storm sewer, approximately 200 linear feet of 8" diameter water main, appurtenances, and restoration of disturbed areas.

Separate sealed bids will be received by the City of Loveland and then publicly opened and read aloud at Loveland City Hall, 120 W. Loveland Ave., Loveland, OH on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 3:30 PM local time. The plans, specifications, and bid forms may be examined at: McGraw-Hill Construction Dodge Plan Rm 7265 Kenwood Road, Suite 200 Cincinnati, OH 45236 Allied Construction Industries 3 LoveKovach Drive Cincinnati, OH 45215 land City Hall, City Manager’s Office 120 West Loveland Avenue Loveland, OH 45140 (513) 683-0150 Copies of the Bidding Documents may be purchased at cost at: Queen City Reprographics 2863 Sharon Road Cincinnati, Ohio 45241 Each BIDDER must deposit with their bid, security in the amount, form, and subject to the conditions provided in the INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS. The OWNER reserves the right to accept any bid, to reject any or all bids, and to waive any irregularities in any bid. No BIDDER may withdraw his bid within sixty (60) days after the actual date of the opening thereof. Bidders are advised that State Prevailing Wage requirements WILL apply to this contract. An optional Pre-bid Conference, to answer any BIDDERS questions, will be held on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 1:30 PM at the Loveland City Hall Council Chambers, 120 W. Loveland Ave., Loveland, OH. Prospective BIDDERS may address inquiries with Cindy Klopfenstein, City Engineer, at 120 West Loveland Avenue, Loveland, OH 45140, (513) 683-0150.

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NOTICE OF MEETING OF SYMMES TOWNSHIP HAMILTON COUNTY, OH Notice is hereby given that the Symmes Township Community Area Reinvestment Review Committee will hold a meeting on October 26, 2009, at 6:00 p.m. This meeting will be held at the Township Admin. Bldg., 9323 Union Cemetery Road.

John C. Borchers Fiscal Officer, Symmes Township 874182/1001510678 PUBLIC HEARING SYMMES TOWNSHIP BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the Township Symmes Board of Zoning Appeals on Monday, November 2, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of hearing an Appeal (#2009-13) filed

by Jill King, 9967 Humphrey Road appellant, (45242), from Notice of Refusal for a zoning certificate for the construction of a fence that exceeds the permitted height in the side yard for the property located at 9967 Humphrey Road.

This hearing will be held at Township Admin. Bldg., 9323 Cemetery Union Road. Plans are on file and open for public inspection.

Gerald L. Beckman Township Zoning Inspector 879071/1001417

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October 21, 2009

DEATHS James Robert Curliss

James Robert Curliss, 62, of Loveland died Aug. 28.

Survived by wife, Marilyn Jean (nee Weigand) Curliss; children, Philip (Annette) Schnur of Lexington, Ky., Debbie (Frank) D’Alesio of Gainesville, Va., Heather (Tyler) Momchilov of Franklin, Tenn., and Andy (Nikki) Curliss of Apex, N.C.; grandchildren, Ginny (James)

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Christie, Amy Schnur, Victoria D’Alesio, Bella D’Alesio, Madelyn Momchilov, Jake Momchilov and Claire Curliss; mother, Juanita Marie (nee Rimmer) Curliss; sibling-in-law, Jerry Weigand. Preceded in death by father, Robert Gene Curliss, and sister, Sherry Collins.

Services were Aug. 31 at Tufts Schildmeyer Family Funeral Home, Goshen. Memorials to: American Cancer Society, Southwest Regional Office, 2808 Reading Road, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45206; or to the Hospice of Cincinnati, C/O Bethesda Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 633597, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45263.

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Sara; $185,000.

410 Carrington Ln.: Byrd Melba M. to Oleary Linda A.; $80,000.

Lebanon Rd.: Ray Murphy Homes Inc. to St George Russian Orthodo Church; $224,000.

Lebanon Rd.: Ray Murphy Homes Inc. to St George Russian Orthodo Church; $224,000.

1001 Main St.: Cooper James C. & Patricia A. to Fannie Mae; $38,000.

10028 Kerr Cemetery Rd.: Ramsey Gregory P. & Kelli N. to Fifth Third Mortgage Co.; $130,000.

118 Lebanon Rd.: Ray Murphy Homes Inc. to St. George Russian Orthodox Church; $224,000.

131 Shoemaker Dr.: Muhlhauser Edward B. to Riebesel Justin &

Alice R. Fagin, 84, of Loveland died Oct. 11.

Preceded in death by parFagin ents, Zeph and Mary (nee Stagge) Fagin; brother, Joseph Fagin; sisters, Mary Fagin, Ruth Pickelheimer and Sister Mary Acnille.

Services were Oct. 14 at St. Columban Catholic Church, Loveland.

MIAMI TOWNSHIP

960 Ashire Court, Gerald & Karen Budde, trustee to Brian & Margaret Gehler, $273,000.

5620 Beech Grove Drive, Stephen & Kimberly Morris to Chalee Stevens & Jason Stevens, 0.605 acre, $184,000.

567 Belle Meade Farm Drive, Barbara & Barry Basden to Richard & Amelia Allendorf, $347,000.

1131 Hayward Circle, Fischer Single Family Homes II LLC. to Dustin Steveson, 0.3017 acre, $187,685.

5779 Highview Drive, Ruth Cutter to Yolanda Hughes, $144,500.

1341 Mills of Miami Blvd., Potterhill Homes LLC. to Casey & Amy Marquette, 0.12 acre, $184,000.

6744 Oak Bark Drive, Jefferson & Tiffany Livengood to Deanne Carrello, $236,500.

5305 Oakcrest Court, Fischer Single Family Homes II LLC. to Bradley & Jodi Duncan, 1.4007 acre, $358,792.

6885 Oakland Road, Matthew & Kelly Fahey to Richard Schreiber, 5 acre, $279,000.

954 Paxton Lake Drive, James & Shannon Schlachter to Eric & Barbara Oehler, 0.333 acre, $252,500.

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