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The Milford Board of Education unanimously voted Thursday, Dec. 17, to give Superintendent Bob Farrell a $5,000 raise. It’s Farrell’s first raise since being brought on as interim superintendent in August 2007 and he will now be m a k i n g $110,000 per year. After being hired as the permanent superintendent last year, Farrell Farrell refused a raise, saying he wanted to wait until the district’s financial situation improved. “He’s done a great job with the Milford community and with Milford schools,” board Member Donald Hartley said. Board President Debbie Marques said she was impressed with Farrell’s efforts to improve the district. “He’s helped us get back to financial stability, but he’s also been an educational leader,” she said. “What he’s really done is put the district in the right direction in terms of planning for the future. He’s helped teachers monitor their kids and see if they were accomplishing the goals they needed to be successful and looked at who needed help in specific areas.” Farrell also has helped the board establish a solid relationship with the Milford community, Marques said. “He has reached out to community organizations,” she said. “He joined the chamber of commerce and the Kiwanis Club so he’s really a community leader. He also has an open door policy and returns e-mails from parents immediately, and that’s been critical.” Even with the raise, Farrell is still making less than superintendents of similarly sized districts, Marques said. “When you look at our district and compare his salary to others of our size, he is woefully below what other superintendents are making,” she said. “This is something we can afford to do and something that we needed to do.” Farrell’s contract with the district expires July 31, 2011.
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Milford High School seniors Ty Webb and Ellen Pittman pose with a framed photo of former Principal Ray Bauer.
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Students used grief as motivation to honor Bauer By Mary Dannemiller mdannemiller@communitypress.com
When Milford High School Principal Ray Bauer died suddenly in late August, the school’s students, faculty and staff were devastated. As word spread of his death, most students struggled with how to deal with their grief, but seniors and student council co-presidents Ty Webb and Ellen Pittman sprung into action. With the help of the rest of the student council, the pair immediately began planning a memorial celebration meant to help other students and members of the community honor Bauer. “We found out on Sunday and then on the following day, we had a meeting with (interim Principal Nancy) House and talked to student council and tossed ideas around until we came up with the memorial celebration concept,” Pittman said. “Right off the bat I knew it had to be a testament to his life. I had to take that step forward and say ‘It’s OK to be sad right now, but we need to come together,’ and the memorial celebration was the perfect way to do that.” Superintendent Bob Farrell said
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he was impressed at how Webb and Pittman handled themselves in the days following Bauer’s death. “I was so proud of them because they both knew Dr. Bauer very well and I felt that Dr. Bauer would’ve been proud of them,” the superintendent said. “The memorial celebration was really a testament to the kind of positive impact that he’s had on the students at Milford.” Webb also said the initial news of Bauer’s death was hard to take, but he knew the principal would have wanted him to help others with their grief. “Dr. Bauer’s whole life was lead on the idea of people doing what makes them happy,” Webb said. “The best way for us to carry on his legacy was by helping people to remember what he taught us.” Farrell sat with Bauer’s family during the memorial celebration and said they were touched by the impact the principal had on the school.
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Maybe they delivered a homecooked meal when you were under the weather, or watched your children while you ran a quick errand, or helped you with yard work. They are “Neighbors Who Care,” and we think they deserve recognition. Again this year, The Milford-Miami Advertiser honors those in the community who have given a bit of themselves to make the lives of others better. “He was their husband, their father or their uncle and they knew what a wonderful person her was, but I think to see such a great exhibit of how many lives he touched was satisfying for them and also overwhelming emotionally. It was also comforting for them to see what Dr. Bauer did in his life.” Both students were members on a committee which helped decide to name the school’s new commons area after Bauer and are continuing to plan how their principal’s legacy will continue to live on. “He wasn’t just a person or a principal, he was a friend,” Webb said. “We want him to be remembered for more than just his name and for the lessons he taught us.”
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December 23, 2009
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Giant nutcrackers welcome visitors to historic Promont House in Milford What were the holidays like during the Victorian era? You don’t have to wonder, just pay a visit to the Promont House Museum, perched atop a hill overlooking Milford. “When this three-story mansion was built back in 1865, it was a technological marvel,” said local historian Rick Crawford. “It featured a running water system that ran from the top down, gas lighting, central heat from a coal furnace and call bells.” During the holiday season, the mansion is adorned with wreaths, sparkling lights, Victorian trees and scenes from the Nutcracker. “It takes our volunteers three to four weeks to transform the house into a holiday wonderland,” said Nancy Storch with Promont House. “We have
an amazing display of Nutcrackers, including some crafted by local school children. On the top floor, the servant’s quarters, Milford High School student Clay Shaw helped us put together the scene where the Nutcracker battles the Mouse King. This year we also have a wonderful display of Spode china and a collection of Toby mugs.” While it is a wonderful opportunity to admire the whimsical trees and dreamy displays, or enjoy a holiday tea at Promont, it’s a great chance to step back into time and wonder what life must have been like in that time period. “Instead of twinkling lights, there were candles on the tree,” said Crawford. “Children were occasionally seen, but not heard in the front parlor. Instead of video games,
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children played with tin soldiers, spinning tops, stuffed dolls and yoyos.” Promont has been restored to how it would have looked in 1879-1906 in honor of its most famous resident, John M. Pattison, Ohio’s 43rd governor. Promont is on the National Register of Historic Places. For more information about the historic Promont House Museum, visit www.MilfordHistory.net. Promont House Museum is open 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 906 Main St. in Milford. The museum will be closed Dec. 25 and Dec. 26. Private tours are available to groups of 10 or more and holiday teas are being booked now. Call 248-0324 for more information.
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Good neighbors are sometimes hard to find, but Jan and Mary Nordheim of Miami Township are grateful for their neighbors. In July 2007, Jan Nordheim suffered an injury at his job at a chemical company when a steam kettle boiled over, showering his body with boiling water, leaving him with first- and seconddegree burns over 30 percent of his body. “The first weeks were really difficult,” said Jan’s wife, Mary.
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She recalled how she had to spend four hours changing his bandages twice a day, leaving little time for daily chores. Mary asked her neighbor of 15 years, Steve Hutchinson to mow a small portion of her lawn since her husband was unable. He continued to mow the entire lawn for weeks while his wife, Mary Jane, cooked meals for the Nordheims.
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“It really wasn’t much, but they sure appreciated it,” Steve said. Nordheim said that’s just the way the Hutchinsons are. “She just kept going until I told her I could handle it now,” Nordheim said about Mary Jane cooking for them. Jan is now fully recovered except for scarring as evidence of his injury. Why help a neighbor the way the Hutchinsons did? “It’s hard to get good neighbors now to watch out for each other,” Hutchinson said. “Good neighbors and good friends are hard to find.”
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Howard and Linda Faulkner helped make sure a group of about 60 senior citizens in the Milford/Miami Township area had a place to gather on Tuesd a y ornNeighbors m ings for Who Care b i n g o , coffee Howard and Linda Faulkner a n d Miami camaTownship raderie. Lori Rosenberger of Miami Township, who nominated her parents for Neighbors Who Care, said the seniors had lost their regular meeting place earlier this year. Rosenberger said her parents, who also live in Miami Township, were extremely upset about loss of the meeting place and “could not sleep for a couple of nights trying to figure out what they were going to do.” Howard Faulkner said he and some others in the group began looking around and found the Day Heights Volunteer Firemen would allow the group to use the old fire station on Ohio 131 for the Tuesday morning meetings. “They were very kind to allow us to use it at no charge,” Faulkner said. The group asks for donations for coffee, donuts and prizes. The bingo games are not for money, just for the fun and prizes. Faulkner often serves as the bingo
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December 23, 2009
Four countywide levies could be on 2010 ballots By Kellie Geist kgeist@communitypress.com
Four local agencies will be asking voters for money next year. The Clermont County Department of Job and Family Services, the Clermont County Mental Health and Recovery Board, the Clermont County Board of Developmental Disabilities (formerly MRDD) and Clermont County Senior Services are all expecting to
have issues on the ballots in 2010. The current plan is for the Department of Job and Family Services to ask for a renewal of their children’s protective services levy in May and for the Clermont County Board of Developmental Disabilities to ask for a replacement of an existing continuing levy in May. No final decisions have been made in regards to millage or specific levy type. The Mental Health and Recovery Board and Cler-
mont County Senior Services are looking at the November ballot, but have not made any final decisions. Job and Family Services Director Tim McCartney said the four agency leaders (Mental Health and Recovery Board Director Karen Scherra, Clermont County Board of Developmental Disabilities Superintendent Sharon Woodrow and Clermont County Senior Services Executive Director George Brown) have been
working together for the last few months. They presented the current plan to the Clermont County commissioners during a work session Monday, Dec. 14. “We’ve had a lot of discussion about this and it’s mostly a matter of timing ... We don’t want to overload the ballot with four levies at one time,” McCartney said. “We want to work together and support each other. We have interlocking missions.”
McCartney added that he wanted to run the children’s protective services levy in May in case the levy would fail and have to run again in November. He said his department probably won’t be asking for an increase because they want to make sure it passes. Commissioner Bob Proud agreed that this was probably a good idea. “It’s not about what you need, it’s about what you can pass,” Proud said. McCartney, Scherra,
Woodrow and Brown all agreed they didn’t want to wait too long to put anything on the ballot because there is no primary election scheduled for May 2011. If a levy fails in November, it may be a year before the agency can go back to the voters. The commissioners agreed that having two levies on the May ballot and two levies on the November ballot would be favorable, but no action was taken.
County studies employee cutbacks By John Seney jseney@communitypress.com
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Milford Miami Ministries director Michelle Stetson-Baker accepts a check from Milford High School students.
Milford DECA hosts annual Mary Miller appreciation breakfast Community Press Staff Report Members of the community and Milford High School students came together Thursday, Dec. 17, for the school’s annual Mary Miller Giving Tree Appreciation Breakfast. Guests included Miami Township Trustee Karl Schultz, Milford Superintendent Bob Farrell and former DECA advisor Ed Pregitzer. The members of the school’s DECA group hosted the event, during which they presented a $2,500 check to Milford Miami Ministries and more than 700 toys to Landmark Baptist Church. The toys will be distributed to needy Clermont County families.
The Clermont County commissioners are studying several ways to trim the workforce in an effort to cut costs. The commissioners were presented with several possibilities Oct. 28, including programs for early retirement, voluntary separation and furloughs. “We can’t just do furloughs year after year, we have to get smaller,” said county Administrator David Spinney as he presented plans for permanent reductions. One possibility would cut the years required for retirement from 30 to 25 years. This change would affect
only six workers among the more than 400 county employees paid out of the general fund. The second alternative would be a voluntary separation plan for all general fund employees. Under this plan, an employee who voluntarily elected to leave would receive 25 percent of his first $50,000 in salary plus 5 percent of his salary above $50,000. For example, an employee making $52,000 would receive a payout of $12,600. Spinney said it would be hard to measure the amount of savings from this plan because it is voluntary and there is no way to know how many employees would take the offer.
Commissioner Scott Croswell questioned whether someone who had worked for the county for only two weeks should be able to take the payout. Commissioner Bob Proud agreed there should be some restrictions on those eligible for the payouts. Spinney said he would add some restrictions to the plan before bringing it back before commissioners. The other two options for cutting costs would be voluntary furloughs and mandatory furloughs. Spinney said voluntary furloughs work best when employees are allowed to pick the days they want to take off without pay, rather than setting fixed days.
Clermont child support roundup benefits children
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Milford High School students collected more than 700 toys for needy children. The toys were donated to Landmark Baptist Church in Amelia.
Throughout the month of August, Child Support Awareness Month, a special emphasis was given to locate those who were negligent in making child support payments. Those efforts resulted in the collection of $17,713 in overdue child support payments. “The seventh annual Clermont County Child Support Roundup was successful, resulting in the arrests of 116 individuals who were behind in making their child support payments,” said Clermont Child Support
Enforcement (CSE) Director Brenda Gilreath. “In addition, the Clermont County Sheriff’s Office was able to locate 41 child support offenders who are incarcerated in other state or county institutions. Nine warrants were withdrawn, due to compliance.” The individuals targeted were behind in child support payments and had bench warrants and/or outstanding criminal warrants issued for their arrest. Bench warrants are issued when an individual fails to attend a
required court hearing, fails to report to jail (as ordered by the court), or when indicted for felony criminal non-support. “I would like to thank the sheriff’s office, common pleas court, the prosecutor’s office, juvenile court and domestic relations court for their assistance in this roundup,” said Gilreath. “It is only through these continued partnerships that this important work can be accomplished for the children and families we serve.”
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UNION TWP. – To help Clermont County citizens go smoke free, the Clermont County General Health District is offering free Quit Smoking Classes beginning Wednesday, Jan. 6. Two sixweek classes are available; one class begins at 1 p.m. and the other is at 6:30 p.m. “This is a wonderful opportunity for smokers to keep that New Year’s resolution to kick the habit,” said Carol Kisner with the Clermont General Health District. The classes will be held at the Union Township Civic Center, 4350 Aicholtz Road. “We have a limited number of spaces in the classes, so we encourage those interested to reserve a spot early by calling (513) 735-8400,” said Kisner. The classes are taught by a tobacco treatment specialist certified by the Mayo Clinic. “This six-week program has a high success rate. Participants will receive a month’s worth of free nicotine replacement therapy patches, gum or lozenges.” To register for the free program, contact the Clermont County General Health District at (513) 735-8400.
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YWCA holds annual luncheon fundraiser Community Press Staff Report
Almost 250 women of all ages, and even a few men, came together to help support the YWCA-Eastern Area during the annual Circle of Women Luncheon Nov. 5 at Norlyn Manor in Batavia. Kathy Beechem, YWCAEastern Area board chair, said this year’s fundraiser was the best attended thus far. During the welcome, Beechem told the audience
their participation in the luncheon and donations to the YWCA help meet the needs of women, children and families in Clermont, Brown and Adams counties. Following lunch, Channel 12’s Cammy Dierking gave a motivational keynote speech about taking care of yourself and finding balance in your life. Emily Cadwallader, a senior at Williamsburg High School and a team leader for
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Patty Richards, left, Nancy Bradley, center, and Candace Koch do a little socializing before lunch at the YWCA Circle of Women fundraiser lunch Nov. 5.
the school’s anti-bullying program, also spoke. The leadership sponsors for the luncheon included Francie Garber Pepper, Guardian Savings Bank, Eastern Hills Rod and Gun
Club, Harmony Garden, Priscilla O’Donnell, KOI Auto Parts, Lykins Oil, UC Clermont College, Norlyn Manor, The Midland Company and Old Boston Music Revival.
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YWCA Eastern Area Board Chair Kathy Beechem, front, and Yvette Johnson-Hegge check out the door prizes at the YWCA Circle of Women luncheon.
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About 250 people attended the YWCA fundraiser, which was held at Norlyn Manor Nov. 5, including Fran Eckerson, left, and Roberta Tureen.
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The money raised at the Circle of Women luncheon directly benefits those served by the Greater Cincinnati YWCA. The YWCA office in Batavia serves people in Clermont, Brown and Adams counties.
Clermont library board issues bonuses After laying off 24 employees and slashing operating hours earlier this year, the Clermont County Library Board of Trustees unanimously voted to issue $5,000 in bonuses to the executive director and fiscal officer. Executive Director Dave Mezack and Fiscal Officer Maura Gray each received a one-time $2,500 bonus, said library spokeswoman Amy Prewitt. Board President Joe Braun said the library could afford the bonuses because
neither Mezack or Gray had received a pay increase for two years. “We deferred their pay increases for the past two years,” Braun said. “This is our way, in a limited capacity, of providing something to the director and the fiscal officer who have been guiding the system through the budgetary problems we’ve experienced for the past couple years.” The bonuses do not reflect a permanent increase in their salaries and cannot be compared to this year’s layoffs, Braun said. “The layoffs occurred as a result of hundreds of
thousands of dollars that we had to find in our budget compared to the $5,000 we spent on the bonuses so you can’t look at the two in that manner,” he said. “The board is very comfortable that the benefit we got from their hard work outweighs any cost of the $5,000 we spent on bonuses.” Mezack’s annual salary is $84,000 and Gray makes $74,000 per year. Neither had received raises since December 2007, but all other library employees were given raises since then, Braun said. Braun also said the board
AL seeks donations for needy By Brian O’Donnell
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HONOR ROLLS McCormick Elementary School
The following students have earned honors for the first quarter of 2009-2010.
Fourth Grade
Members of the Milford Junior High School band program who will be in the OMEA District XIV Junior High School Honor Band. They are (front row, from left) Tyler Brown, Sam Stanton, Nicolas Marques and Brittany Chin; (back row) Kate Gardin, Joseph Luke, Andrew Giltmier, Max Hartley, Ryan Shaffner, Erin Gottsacker and Bridget Kohlman.
Milford musicians make honor band Congratulations to the following Milford Junior High School Band members who have been selected to perform with the Ohio Music Education Association District XIV Junior High School Honor Band. They are Brittany Chin (flute), Nicolas Marques (oboe), Bridget Kohlman (clarinet), Erin Gottsack-
er (clarinet), Max Hartley (alto saxophone), Sam Stanton (trumpet), Andrew Giltmier (trumpet), Tyler Brown (French horn), Joseph Luke (trombone), Kate Gardin (tuba) and Ryan Shaffner (percussion). The District XIV Honor Band selects students by audition from junior high schools in Hamilton
and Clermont counties. The honor band rehearsals will be at Princeton High School and Princeton Community Middle School Friday, Jan. 8, through Sunday, Jan. 10, with the concert being held Sunday, Jan. 10, at 3 p.m. in Matthews Auditorium at Princeton High School.
High Honors – Allison Abas, Holly Barlage, Mason Bernhardt, Skylar Boggs, Jack Bolander, August Cook, Thomas Dalziel, Rachel Dieringer, Megan Hardewig, Ben Harris, Connor Hart, Andrea Jensen, Aidan Kelly, Ryan Kunkel, Beck Nielsen, Holden Owens, Kishan Patel, Trevor Richardson, Nicholas Snow and Mollie Vonderhaar. Honors – Joel Adams, Matt Allen, Ally Balash, Edward Belousov, Cassidy Boyd, Erin Brockman, Matthew Budzynski, Joshua Bunch, Connor Daly, Kylie DeBra, Alex Dunaway, Reid Eastham, Alexa Edrington, Ava Glass, Christian Grothaus, Mackenzie Huber, Sydney Huber, Lauren Kobren, Jill Krieger, Aaron Lehane, Mackenzie Mason, Sarah McLoughlin, Amy Meadors, Mia Mendez, Matthew Milinovich, Max Morrison, Morgan Naber, Paige Naber, Christian Ozimek, Helly Patel, Joshua Pinchek, Sydney Poleski, Chase Prather, Keeley Rainone, Bryn Rolfsen, Ashley Schnelle, Matt Schnelle, Ben Sharp, Bailey Smith, Michael Vanderloo, Clayton Virzi, Jelena Vogt, Sean Vonderhaar and Cole Warman.
Fifth Grade
High Honors – Allan Anbalagan, Mollie Baker, Paige Bergman, Connor Catalano, Kalie Clemons, Brennan Dodds, McKinley Dumm, Ariel Edrington, Olivia Fend, Hannah Grady, Tori Green, Jake Jaeger, Dylan Kerby, Matt Kirk, Sarah Mayne, Julia McCavitt, Georgia Morgan, Gabriella Okhuysen, Jon Parker, Blake Perkins, Bryan Rump, Abby Sheehy, Chris Vanderloo, Aaron Wade, Corinne Weeks, Daniel Wood, Olivia Zamudio and Amanda Zanola. Honors – Will Ayers, Nick Byrd, Simon Chapman, Joey Ciraci, Nick Clayton, Ben Colwell, Laura Curry, Elena Delgado, Cole Dunham, Tessa Edwards, Sam Felts, Julia Ferguson, Megan Fissel, Emma Freund, Hayden Gibson, Samantha Good, Alexis Havens, Cymone Horton, Natasha Johnson, Brady Landon, Abigail Leatherwood, Lydia Mason, Landon Parsons, Richa Patel, Payton Rollyson, Taylor Rose, Danny Simmons, Sierra Smith, Cameron Swanger, Christina Vance and Emily Velie.
Sixth Grade
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McCormick Elementary students recently tackled a variety of math problems in preparation for a chance to make their school gardens more beautiful this coming spring. Here, students dig six-inch holes and plant bulbs three inches apart.
High Honors – Megan Barlage, Faith Begley, Taylor Boggs, Clare Cartheuser, Sarah Causby, Kaleb Clemons, Carolyn Dalziel, Dan Dieringer, Olivia Eads, Madison Flynn, Alex Hardewig, Ben Hunter, Avery Kreul, Will Moehring, Katie Myers, Will Presley, Hero Seto, Turner Shrout, Daniel Sidlow, Jonathan Snider, Katie Snider, Mitchell Snow, Kelsee Trasser and Matt Zwilling. Honors – Kemper Ackermann, Zach Bell, Evan Bibisi, Kody Boyd, Hai Ky Day, Morgan DeBell, Aaron Donisi, Alex Evanchyk, Lance Fleischman, Emma Habermehl, Zach Jaquillard, Nathan Kaiser, James Korzan, Nathan Kroger, Nicholas Martin, Daniel Mei, Tyler Morrison, Jaclyn Myers, Kelly Noll, Neil Patel, Brooke Reynolds, Luis Richey, Sierra Ross, Tabitha Simmons, Austin Taylor, Nicholas Virzi, Leeann von Korff, Jacob Whitaker, Mark Wilfong and Evan Willoughby.
A Honor Roll – Alyssa Chaney, Dion Cullum, Annie Grause, Randy Holmes, Lyric Raines-Bury, Lauren Smith and Jordan Ward. A & B Honor Roll – Sebastian Abshire, Daniel Adamson, Jessica Albers, Brooke Ashcraft, Daniel Baldridge, Nick Bennett, Brice Briggs, Ethan Brown, Aaron Campbll, Kyle Carty, Jared Ellerman, Jaida Fackey, Sam Foote, Cole Greary, Alan Greger, Logan Hedger, Alyssa Hittinger, Matthew Hodge, Mikey Hoff, Kendra Huffaker, Hannah Jones, Kaylin Kaltenbach, Avery Kneipp, Jacob Kube, Payton Leugers, Tia Long-Plummer, Wesley Lyons, Haley Maines, Logan Mantz, Marien McAninch, Bobby McDaniel, Brandon McKinney, M Christian Meyer, Miranda Meyer, Hailey Mongenas, Tony Moore, Robert Naylor, Lexi Payton, Allie Popp, Josie Rodgers, Katie Saunders, Hailey Sexton, Branden Singleton, Mackenzie South, Abby Tackett, Seana Underwood, Hannah Walker, Melanie Walters, Taylor Webster, Dougie Widner and Jesse Williamson.
Fifth Grade
A Honor Roll – Ian Bodner, Cole Clifton, Connor Coleman, Brandon Cox, Sam Edwards, Kira Fricker, Sarah Havens, Alex Koopmans, Johnny Kube, Jade LongPlummer, Destiny Mueller, Katie Quan, Gaby Schafer, Areleigh Smith and Summer Whitaker. A & B Honor Roll – Austin Allen, Bailey Bach, Alex Bishop, Alesha Borders, Elliott Burdick, Brayden Campbell, Blake Cansler, Adam Chambers, Cory Cox, Regan Cravens, Alex Deffinger, Dominic Drose, Travis Dick, Kendra Dietrich, Patrick Donahoe, Anna Dowd, Nicole Fetcenko, Garrett Gray, Danielle Guevremont, Siera Hampton, Max Harp, Cortney Harris, Nick Harville, Brandy Hatfield, Morgan Heyob, Jacob Hopkins, Shania Hopkins, Emily Hover, Kelsey Hyden, Justin Imholt, April Johnson, Jacob Johnson, Mikenzie Johnson, Sydney Johnson, Brandon Jones, Daniel Kelly, Ronnie Kemper, Kein Kidd, Kayla Lamb, Jacob Litzau, Autumn Lovin, Abbey Lozano, Cameron Lynch, Morgan Lyons, Alexis Marlowe, Michael Mason, Kayla McDerman, Matthew McFadden, Shay Mercer, Rebecca Mueller, Kierstin Niblett, Taylor Owens, Travis Patton, Shae Lynn Pendergrass, Emily Philpot, Paige Riddle, Rachel Robbins, Naja Schweikert, Shawna Shinkle, Elizabeth Short, Laurin Smith, Kyle Taylor, Stephen Taylor, Ryan Wake, Britney Wall, Alex Wells, Breanna West, Devon West, Cherilyn White and Dylan Woodruff.
First Honors
Fourth Grade – Mitchell Davis, Daniel Howard, Will Scheffter and Erika Smith. Fifth Grade – Ted Weber Sixth Grade – Zach Arnold, Brian Gauch, Paul Jaehnen, Brendan McGreevy, David Smith and Gace Weber. Seventh Grade – Cassidy Carstens, Madison Espelage, Molly Kidwell, Elizah Proffitt and Luke Weber. Eighth Grade – Cathy Neville
Second honors – Sydney Crowley
Seniors
Second honors – Kate Carstens and Alexandra Peed.
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Second Honors
Fourth Grade – Harrison Arbuckle, Jack Ayers, Alexandria Battaglia, Gigi Beebe, Nathan Busam, Abigail Gauch, Cullen Gerrard, Luke Jaehnen, Donovan Peed, Sydney Thacker and Joe Welage. Fifth Grade – Jonathan Esz, Griffin Gilreath, Sam Hardie, Ben Huber, Quinn Reed, Katie Wolf and Kate McManus. Sixth Grade – Luke Baker, Maria Bockhorst, Christina Egred, Lauriann Esz, Adeline Gerrard and Sarah Huber. 7th Grade, Morgan Cox, Rachel Esz, Philip Gentry, Conn Gerrard, Isabella Herron, Jenna Lawrence, Connor Peed, Keane Reed and Hannah Van Zant. Eighth Grade – Emily Carlier, Sam Humbert, Grace Jaehnen, Kara Marlar, Emma Mullins and Jacob Rutherford.
The following students have earned honors for the first quarter of 2009-2010.
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Fourth Grade
The following students have earned honors for the first quarter of 2009-2010.
Freshmen
McCormick Elementary student Dylan Hughes digs a hole to plant bulbs.
Page Gibson, Jacob Haas, Aric Harp, Avery Harris, Jessica Hoican, Hunter Huff, Elijah Hughes, Sami Huhn, Elijah Hughes, Sami Huhn, Makayla Jakeway, Chad Jarvis, Bethany Jones, Alyssa Junkert, Skyler Kern, Will Kilgore, Dylan Koepke, Hunter Kuhn, Dylan Lambert, Jaimie Lambert, Clayton Lewis, Olivia Litzau, Hannah Lowery, Laura Luthy, Paige McIntosh, Chandler Miller, Hannah Miracle, Danielle Myers, Seth Perkins, Hobert Skinner, Adam Slusher, Nathan Taylor, JT Teague, Erica Tomes, Whitney Turner, Brianna Vonderau, Olivia Warman, Trevor Webb, Cheyenne West, Ethan Wst, Destin White, Sydney Wilkens, Cassidy Wilson, Hannah Worthington and Renee Zitscher.
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The following students have earned honors for the first quarter of 2009-2010.
How does your garden grow?
McCormick Elementary students tackled a variety of math problems in preparation for a chance to make their school gardens more beautiful this coming spring. The children added up the total number of daffodil bulbs their teacher purchased (170), rounded the number of students in each thirdgrade class and added to estimate the total number (80), figured out how many bulbs each student could plant (two) and what the remainder would be, measured six inches on their hand and wrist to be able to determine when they had dug a hole six inches deep and figured how to plant the bulbs three inches apart.
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A Honor Roll – Lydia Behler, Caleb Bittner, Trevor Dato-McCartt, Brett Dietrich, Sara Drees, Annelise Elmore, Selina Guerrera, Luke Jeandrevin, Andrew Lambert, Caleb McMullen, JJ Mullins and A.J. Smith. A & B Honor Roll – Darci Akers, Emily Allen, Trey Armacost, Anna Bauer, Beth Cannavam, Haley Carrier, Makenzie Carty, Zacary Casey, Ty Clements, Emily Craigmyle, Tristin Dengler, Hailee Dillion, Jacob Dinwiddie, Shawna Donaldson, Cierra Eldred, Olivia Fick, Abigail Frazer, Gavin Frye, Paige Garr, Mackenzie Gehler,
SCHOOL NOTES Scholarship
McCormick Elementary student Mary Chapman digs a six-inch hole to plant bulbs.
Anna Pieper, daughter of Kent and Gloria Pieper of Milford, has accepted a Buschmann Award from Xavier University.
She will graduate from McNicholas High School, where she is active in service, athletics and mentoring. Pieper plans to major in psychology at Xavier.
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This week in basketball
• Goshen High School boys beat Western Brown 7450, Dec. 12. Nick Wake was Goshen’s top-scorer with 19 points, including two threepointers. Goshen’s Derek Bunnell scored 14 points, Tyler Stewart scored two, Bell scored one, Nate Godby scored eight, Kort Dwyer scored two, Derek Koch scored two, Thomas Gibson scored 11, Antony Burch scored four and Ryan Donaldson scored 11. • Milford High School girls beat Glen Este High School 46-44, Dec. 12. Morgan Wolcott and Taylor Riley were Milford’s top-scorers with 14 points each, including two three-pointers from Wolcott. Milford’s Megan Knight scored seven points, Kelly Yee scored four, Amy Van Syoc scored one three-pointer and Chelsea Gilman scored four. • McNicholas High School girls beat St. Ursula Academy 59-50, Dec. 14. Lauren Mazzaro was McNick’s top-scorer with 26 points, including three 3-pointers. McNick’s Evann Farrell scored seven points, including one three-pointer; Maggie Daly scored two; Tricia Walsh scored 12; Stephanie Krusling scored two; Amanda Conrad scored seven and Lori Bosse scored three. • Milford High School boys beat Goshen High school 6431, Dec. 15. Zach Baker was Milford’s top-scorer with 11 points, including three 3pointers. Milford’s Jess Stankeveh scored two points; Callan Hughes scored two three-pointers; Joey Hammond scored eight; Cody Diercks scored seven; nick Hittner scored three; Wes Minton scored 10, including two three-pointers; Zachary Kitzmiller scored five, including one three-pointer; Robert Overbeck scored six and Alex Cummings scored six. • Milford High School girls beat Mariemont High School 49-18, Dec. 15. Kelly Yee was Milford’s top-scorer with 12 points. Milford’s Chelsea Gilman scored eight points, Taylor Riley scored six, Morgan Wolcott scored seven, Amy Van Syoc scored three, Megan Knight scored five, Melissa Rosely scored two, Kristen Knight scored four and Ines Vladislav scored two. • McNicholas High School girls beat Roger Bacon High School 59-48, Dec. 16. Lauren Mazzaro was McNick’s topscorer with 17 points, including one three-pointer. McNick’s Evann Farrell scored 15 points, including two threepointers; Maggie Daly scored two; Tricia Walsh scored four; Stephanie Krusling scored 10; Lori Bosse scored nine and Haley Mehring scored two. • Clermont Northeastern High School girls beat Goshen 47-43 in overtime, Dec. 17. Alexis Schmidt was CNE’s top scorer with 14 points, including one three-pointer. CNE’s Cydney Hill scored nine points, Emily White scored 10, Chelsey Chesser scored eight, Shelby Moore scored two and Jennifer Werring scored four.
This week in swimming
Milford High School boys beat Loveland High School 96-87, Dec. 15. Milford won the 400-meter freestyle relay in 3:23.18. Milford’s Beau Robinson won the 200-meter freestyle in 1:51.29, and the 100-meter flystroke in 53.44; Williams won the 50-meter freestyle in 22.83 and Williams won the 100-meter freestyle in 50.36.
This week in bowling
Milford High School girls beat Lakota West High School 2,064-1,943, Dec. 16. Milford’s Samantha Higgins bowled a 367.
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Elkin takes over Eagles’ football flock By Anthony Amorini
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The Milford Exempted Village School District Board of Education officially approved Shane Elkin as the new head coach of the Eagles’ varsity football team Thursday, Dec. 18. “It was a great opportunity for me to step up and do something I’ve been looking forward to for a long time,” Elkin said. With the approval taking place one day prior to winter break, Elkin plans on having his first meeting with the Milford boys Thursday, Jan. 7. “It’s kind of a bittersweet feeling. I obviously didn’t want to see Pat (Fagan) leave,” Elkin said. “I felt we were doing some really good things under his leadership.” However, Elkin was quick to point out consistency and continuity are key facets of his plan, the coach said. “Right now the best way to describe it is that nothing is going to change,” Elkin
Shane Elkin has 16 years of football coaching experience and has spent the past three seasons with Milford. The head coach has taught at Milford Junior High School for the past 12 years. said. “I think one of the reasons that we’ve had such a difficult time at Milford is because there has been so much inconsistency.” Aside from Fagan, all of the Milford coaches will return next year except for offensive co-coordinator Tim Maley. Offensive co-coordinator Craig Rieck will retain control of Milford’s offense though Elkin believes several assistants including Don Flint and Eric Seibert might share play-calling duties, the head coach said. “As we sit down and meet as a coaching staff, obviously some of the responsibilities might shift,” Elkin said. Elkin spent the 2009 season as Milford’s defensive coordinator and will likely retain that role, he
said. Elkin has 16 years of football coaching experience and has spent the past three seasons with Milford. The head coach has taught at Milford Junior High School for the past 12 years. Of late, the Eagles’ football program has made steady progress in regards to wins and losses. In 2007, Milford finished at 3-7 during its first season in the Fort Ancient Valley Conference. The Eagles improved to 4-6 in 2008. Milford finished at 5-5 in 2009 as the steady climb continued. “I feel like we have some very good skill athletes coming back,” Elkin said. “Our biggest challenge is going to be getting stronger up front.
“That will be my first message Jan. 7. We have to get physical and that happens in the weight room.” Many believed Milford’s shift from the Greater Miami Conference to the FAVC was a step down for the Eagles though Elkin – and recent history – beg to differ. Winton Woods and Anderson, both a part of the Eagles’ FAVC Buckeye Division, have found plenty of success on the gridiron of late. Winton Woods captured the Division II state championship this winter following a 13-2 season for the Warriors. Anderson advanced to the Division I Regional Championship finals this winter before losing to Elder. The Redskins finished at 12-1. The Redskins defeated two teams from the GMC including Lakota West and Middletown during its run to the 2009 regional finals. Anderson won a Division II state title in 2007 and finished as Ohio’s Division II state runner-up in 2008. “Anderson and Winton
Woods are just unbelievable now,” Elkin said. “As a matter of fact, I kind of find it ironic now that people thought we were stepping down when we left the GMC a few year ago. “It’s neat to see the kids get the opportunity to play against those type of highcaliber teams,” Elkin said of Anderson and Winton Woods. “If we get stronger, we will make a run at winning a lot of football games next year.” As for off-season leaders, Elkin believes junior Shawn Taylor has “taken on a big role as a leader through all of this,” the coach said. Taylor was a utility player of sorts this past fall seeing time as a quarterback, running back, and wide receiver in addition to responsibilities on defense and special teams, Elkin said. “I think he’s one of the best athletes at the school. We have a good group of kids coming back,” Elkin said.
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Goshen downs the Rockets
Josh Houge of Clermont Northeastern rolls off a jumper while surrounded by Goshen defenders during a game Friday, Dec. 18. CNE came back late in the game to force overtime though Goshen ultimately won the game, 49-48. Goshen improved to 3-2 with the win as CNE fell to 0-3.
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Seth Varner of Clermont Northeastern attacks the basket during a game Friday, Dec. 18.
Milford, Goshen bowlers roll back to lanes By Anthony Amorini aamorini@communitypress.com
Both bowling teams at Milford High School return a host of starters with the hopes of closing the gap between the Eagles and the league powerhouses from Glen Este and Harrison high schools. Numerous starters also return for Goshen High School. Both the Warriors and Eagles practice at Eastgate Lanes. The Milford boys and girls aim to finish in the top half of the six-team Fort Ancient Valley Conference Buckeye Division, seventh-year head coach Frank Ritzmann said. “The league is loaded with traditional powers Glen Este and Harrison leading the pack,” Ritzmann said of the girls’ half of the FAVC Buckeye Division. “We should improve from last year due to the fact we have three starters returning plus the sixth and
seventh bowlers (from last year) that played a lot,” Ritzmann said of the Eagle boys. For the boys, Harrison won the FAVC Buckeye Division last winter at 16-1. Glen Este was second with a 12-5 record as Milford took last place at 8-12. Returning starters for the Milford boys include Jared Bussell, Jason Ashcraft and Adam Edwards. Joseph Langschwager and Brad Long will also be key contributors. The Milford boys stood at 4-4 through eight matches this winter. Ashcraft led the Eagles with 2,274 pins (174.9 pins a game) through the 4-4 start. Edwards was close behind with 2,153 pins (165.6 pins a game) followed by Long at 1,983 pins (165.3 pins a game). Milford’s girls finished fifth in the FAVC Buckeye Division last winter at 11-9. Harrison won the FAVC Buckeye
Division title for the girls at 14-3 with Glen Este taking second place at 12-3. Returning starters for the Lady Eagles include Samantha Higgins, Julia Clarson, Alysson McGeorge and Layne Burrows. Jessica Kovacs and Katie Lamb will also be key contributors for the Lady Eagles. “We will be very experienced with four starters returning. The girls have worked hard on their bowling techniques this summer during open bowling,” Ritzmann said. “Anything less than third place in the FAVC Buckeye Division will be a disappointment.” Like the Eagle boys, Milford’s girls stood at 4-4 through eight matches. McGeorge was leading the team through eight matches with 2,093 pins (154.4 pins a game). Kovacs had 1,836 pins (131.1 pins a game) during the same span
with Higgins at 1,707 pins (142.3 pins a game). For Goshen High School, a quintet of boys return for second-year head coach Shirley Reynolds including junior Chad Waits, senior Garth Whitaker, senior Daniel Carpentearo, senior Cody Rodgers and senior Tyler Pyles. Pyles and Rodgers average roughly 160 pins a game to lead Goshen, Reynolds said. Two girls return for Goshen including seniors Sarah Barrial and Jennifer Bradley. Senior Stacey Endicott will also be a key contributor. Barrial was averaging 134 pins a game early in the season to lead Goshen’s girls during its 2-3 start. Goshen’s boys started the season at 2-2. “I look for them to win at least a little over half of our matches,” Reynolds said of the Warriors’ 17match schedule.
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Best Christmas gift: Preserving our excellence One of the nicest things about living in this area is the wonderful celebration of the Xmas season. We attended UC’s CCM Carol Fest: a gathering of choral groups from surrounding schools and glee clubs, as well as CCM performers. What struck me was the high caliber of the performances – these kids are good; they got good in their various local schools. It’s ironic that while our Christian culture has such wonderful music, music is one of the first programs eliminated when school funding is imperiled. Opinion pages are rife with polemics decrying spending on extra-curricular activities as extravagant indulgences of spoiled children, yet these same folk are outraged that
the schools don’t promote old-fashioned values – of which choral religious songs are a major part. This is not to mention the demonstrated and oft replicated Len Harding phenomenon that teaching children Community music improves Press guest their mental acucolumnist ity substantially. It’s the same with sports. Everyone’s happy that UC is doing well with local kids – our schools are part of the success. Nonetheless, we’re willing to sacrifice scholastic sports rather than increase taxes. Why
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What is your favorite Christmas or holiday tradition? What makes it special? “Our three kids are now in their 40s, but when they were little we made a joke out of the fact that we didn’t have any ‘holiday traditions,’ because it seemed that this was almost a requirement for people. So we decided to make up our own tradition. It involved my wife and I holding a broom between us, and letting our little kids hang upside down from the broom handle by their legs. That made us feel a lot more ‘normal,’ and we got a good chuckle out of it. (I have always tended to be a little irreverent about certain things.) :-)” B.B. “The 24-hour ‘Christmas Story’ movie marathon starting Christmas Eve. Can’t ever have too much of that movie! “Happy holidays!” A.D.Z. “My wife and I both turned 60 this year. Our ‘children’ are now 27 and 25, but we all still gather in front of the fireplace on Christmas Eve (usually around midnight after our late church service) and we read ‘The Night Before Christmas’ and ‘The Polar Express.’ It’s a great tradition and one which we all truly enjoy, even as we grow older, because its roots were so firmly planted many years ago. “What a blessing to be able to share an intimate moment like that, year after year, knowing that your children still appreciate being together as a family to celebrate the holidays.” M.M. “Our son, Steve, comes down from Cleveland and it’s about the only time we have our five grandchildren together at the same time.” J.F. “Midnight Christmas Eve service, lighting of the candles and singing Christmas carols.” Duke
This week’s question Do the recent developments regarding Tiger Woods and the death of Bengals receiver Chris Henry change the way you view professional athletes and celebrities? How? Every week The Milford Miami Advertiser asks readers a question they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answer to clermont@communitypress.com with Chatroom in the subject line. “For 23 years our family of six has opened the doors of our house on Christmas morning for a dropin breakfast. After we open our gifts, my husband and I and our four kids quickly clean our mess then commence cooking breakfast for family, friends, neighbors, coworkers and anyone who just wants to drop in! It’s our way of giving back. One exciting year we had a motorcycle gang come (OK, that was all the truck drivers from my work!). Last year we were moving from Georgia here and couldn’t do it. My children were so disappointed and said it was just not Christmas without our community breakfast. So, now we are starting it in Kentucky!” J.K.T.
Dec. 9 questions
President Obama has called up 30,000 additional troops to Afghanistan. Would you support a “war tax” to pay for this deployment? “Perhaps if we all realized that this war was financed by the Bush Administration 100 percent through foreign loans – and still is – not a cent is paid for by U.S. taxpayers directly until it is loan payback time (I challenge you do dispute this) we would all get a lesson in economics we urgently need. A war tax would end the war fast. The U.S. taxpayer would have gladly financed a war in Afghanistan but not Iraq, so Mr. Bush opted for war now, pay later. Shame.” BlueAshBruce
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pay for kids’ sports when they can get plenty of exercise running from the police during their idle and vicious moments? Again the irony: sports are obviously a good investment – but tax levy failures are forcing their elimination. I know money doesn’t grow on trees – it grows on bushes (cannabis sativa). Money is tight. But we’ve had years of low taxes providing extra $$ – the idea was to promote business growth and provide jobs; allow individuals to make spending choices rather than the government. What did everybody do with their extra money from the Bush tax cuts, aside from getting bamboozled by Wall Street? Now we’re at the end of a long
run of tax cuts, overweight, out of shape, in debt and flat broke; manufacturing jobs leaving for foreign lands as quickly as the big companies can buy “factory closed” signs. If the present is a product of the past, it is reasonable to surmise that we spent our extra money foolishly and the business tax breaks did nothing to promote good jobs. Domestic jobs that is; Mexico and China have done right well by our tax policies. All of this is apparently Obama’s fault and we’re going to punish him by starving education. These days, with all the emphasis on Xmas sales and all the TV news about how parents are having to skimp on gifts, one might get the impression that
Aerobics fitness central element of physical health Kids today are much better athletes than we were as children. And kids today are much softer and slower than we were. The natural bell-shape curve seems to have disappeared, and I question whether that is healthy for the broader community. When I compare the adult recreation league players from whom I learned to play soccer to the Milford HS soccer team, I can’t think of a one who was athletic enough to compete against the Milford HS team players. So today’s athletes must put more devotion into their training than my generation. (I could cite other anecdotal indicators as well). Well worth it for some, not worth it for others: Speaking as a former state football semi-finalist. Then I look at the other end of the spectrum. Early elementary school recess at my school involved a lot of kick ball. I recall no one being unable to kick the ball beyond the infield stripes. Today, close to half of the firstand second-grade recreational soccer players cannot kick the ball even five yards, and few would break 10 seconds in a 50-yard
dash. And these are the kids who “want” to do something. In my school, few were unable to break the 10-second mark. Personal pride kept us botRandall tom dwellers to Boehm competing avoid being last, Community but nowadays Press Guest gym teachers Columnist gasp at putting a stopwatch on kids, and other opportunities for children to benchmark their skills against others are scarce. Soft and slow kids get even softer and slower when they or their parents are not embarrassed into rectifying the situation. Later into my elementary years a significant group of classmates could still beat me by more than a second in the 50-yard dash, which was the kick I needed to add much more aerobic conditioning into my routine. In contrast, my son can beat most of his soccer teammates by three seconds in a 50-yard dash, and his was one
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of the better teams in the recreational soccer league this year. What is wrong with this picture? How do so many of us let our children be so soft they can not kick a ball five yards and so slow that they can’t stay within three seconds of a classmate in a 50yard dash. Aerobic fitness is central to physical health and mental wellness while strength and quickness help us avoid injury. We all want this much for our kids, right? Physical education and recess won’t get it done anymore, because both have been scaled way back from what they once were. Instead I encourage all parents to nudge their children into a variety of physical activities even if it means paying for martial arts training, athletic club dues, etc. I’m not saying that all kids should strive to make some high school athletic team. I’m just concerned the bottom of the bell curve has burgeoned so much it is having an adverse impact on community-wide health care and education. Randall Boehm lives on Deerhaven Court in Loveland.
Watch out for deer on roads As the colder weather arrives so will the unfortunate likelihood of increased accidents involving deer. According to records of the Ohio Department of Public Safety, our state had 24,590 crashes involving deer during 2008. As a result of those crashes, six people were killed and 979 people were injured. In Clermont County alone there were 473 collisions between vehicles and deer. The greatest number of accidents occur during mating season (the rut) which is October, November and December. It is especially important during this time of year to be aware of the potential for a crash. The Insurance Information Institute recommends the following tips to avoid a vehicle-deer collision: • Be especially attentive from sunset to midnight and during the hours shortly before and after sunrise. These are the highest risk times for deer-vehicle collisions.
• Drive with caution when moving through d e e r- c r o s s i n g zones (which are usually marked with a traffic sign) which are known to have a large Clermont deer population County Chief and in areas roads Deputy where divide agricultural Sheriff Rick fields from forest Combs land. Deer seldom Community run alone. If you Press guest see one deer, othmay be nearcolumnist ers by. • When driving at night, use high beam headlights when there is no oncoming traffic. The high beams will better illuminate the eyes of deer on or near the roadway. • Slow down and blow your horn with one long blast to fright-
en the deer away. • Brake firmly when you notice a deer in or near your path, but stay in your lane. Many serious crashes occur when drivers swerve to avoid a deer and hit another vehicle or lose control of their cars. • Always wear your seat belt. Most people injured in car/deer crashes were not wearing their seat belt. • Do not rely on devices such as deer whistles, deer fences and reflectors to deter deer. These devices have not been proven to reduce deer-vehicle collisions. If your vehicle strikes a deer, do not touch the animal. A frightened and wounded deer can hurt you or further injure itself. The best procedure is to get your car off the road, if possible, and call the police. Absolutely stay out of the roadway. Rick Combs is the Clermont County Chief Deputy Sheriff.
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toys, diamond rings and a new Lexus define Xmas. But let us remember that Xmas cheer is not predicated on wealth. The spirit of Christmas is not spelled Wii – besides, most toys are abandoned by spring. While kids will forget toys by April, they will not forget the destructive effects of school cutbacks. Everyone benefits from the gift of good schools. Everyone suffers when schools decline. My holiday wish: let’s preserve our culture of excellence and take steps to make that our gift to each other. Leonard Harding is a resident of Milford, where he has lived on and off since 1947. You can reach Harding at clermont@communitypress.com.
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Let there be lights Homes across Clermont County are lit for the holidays, bringing some much-needed light to the shortest and darkest winter days.
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With the heavy winds Dec. 8, few houses had blow-up decorations outside. However, these Mohawk Trail homeowners kept their giant Santa out on display.
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This Hudson Street home, in Milford, is decked out with snowflakes and snowmen for the holidays.
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A large tree is filled with lights in front of the LCNB bank on Dick Flynn Boulevard in Goshen Township.
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This tree, located at the corner of Main Street and Lila Avenue in Milford, has been decorated with white lights since Thanksgiving. The snowman decoration was set up by Evans Funeral Home.
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Snoopy commands the front lawn of this holiday house display on Putters Lane in Goshen Township.
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This Riverside Drive home in Milford greets drivers with holiday wishes.
Art exhibit
Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods is hosting the Charley Harper Art Show from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24, at Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Union Township. It is the celebration of the life and work of artist and naturalist. The cost is included with admission: $3, $1 children Tuesday-Friday; $5, $1 children Saturday-Sunday; free for members every day and for all on Monday. Admis-
The blue glow from this home, located on Center Street in Milford, can be seen at the Five Points intersection.
THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD sion is refunded with any purchase. Call 831-1711 or visit www.cincynature.org.
Art class
Annie’s Fine Stationery & Gifts is hosting Ceramic Painting from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24, at Annie’s Fine Stationary & Gifts, 204 Main St., Milford. Paint ceramics for holiday season. There is a wide variety of ceramic pieces to choose from including plates, dishes, platters, keepsake
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This glowing nativity scene is located outside Evans Funeral Home in Milford.
boxes, figurines, ornaments and mugs. Call ahead for group painting parties. The cost ranges between $10$25. Call 576-9011.
Winter bikes
Quaker Steak & Lube is hosting Winter Bike Night from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 30, at Quaker Steak & Lube, 590 Chamber Drive, Milford. It includes sign-up for motorcycle giveaway and music. Food and drinks are available. The
event is free. The event runs Wednesdays through March 31. Call 831-5823.
Business meeting
Business Networking International is hosting the Eastern Hills Business Networking International Meeting from 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 30, at The Bridge Cafe, 203 Mill St., Milford. It is a business and professional networking organization comprised of one member from each profession
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Color-changing icicle lights are a popular sight this year. This home, at Crestview Drive in Milford, is one example.
with goal of giving members more business. It is open to ages 18 and up. The event is free. Registration is recommended. Call 797-1158 or visit www.bni-ohio.com.
Bird count
Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods is hosting the Christmas Bird Count from 8 a.m. to noon Sunday, Dec. 27, at Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Union Township. Small teams hike to count birds for
census. It is open to all ages and experience levels. Bring binoculars and dress for weather. Cost is $5. Registration required. Call 831-1711.
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ART & CRAFT CLASSES
Ceramic Painting, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Annie’s Fine Stationery & Gifts, 204 Main St. Ceramic painting for holiday season. Wide variety of ceramic pieces to choose from including plates, dishes, platters, keepshake boxes, figurines, ornaments and mugs. Call ahead for group painting parties. $10$25. 576-9011. Milford.
ART EXHIBITS
Charley Harper Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road. Celebration of the life and work of artist and naturalist. Included with admission: $3, $1 children Tuesday-Friday; $5, $1 children Saturday-Sunday; free for members every day and for all on Monday. Admission refunded with any purchase. 831-1711; http://www.cincynature.org/. Union Township.
EXERCISE CLASSES
Jazzercise, 9:30 a.m. Anderson Hills Christian Church, 8119 Clough Pike. With Jenny Johnson, certified jazzercise instructor. $36 per month for unlimited classes. Through Dec. 31. 407-9292. Anderson Township.
HAPPY HOURS
Happy Hour, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Gravy, 1513 Ohio 28, $2 bottles and half-price select appetizers. 576-6789. Loveland. Happy Hour, 4 p.m.-6 p.m. Padrino, 111 Main St. Includes half-priced appetizers, beer, house red and white wine. 965-0100; www.padrinoitalian.com. Milford.
HEALTH / WELLNESS
Community Blood Drive, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Stonelick Township Fire Department, 475 S. BroadWay. Free. Appointments recommended. Presented by Hoxworth Blood Center. 732-3155. Owensville.
HOLIDAY - TREES
Davidson Farm, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Davidson Farm, 1348 Lyons Road. Cut-your-own Christmas tree. Colorado blue spruce and Douglas fir. Sizes range 5-10 feet. Someone always on farm. Call for appointment. $35 and up. 753-4572. Clermont County.
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
Christmas Eve Service, 4 p.m. Children’s Service. Epiphany United Methodist Church, 6635 Loveland Miamiville Road. 677-9866. Loveland. Candlelight Christmas Eve Service, 7 p.m. Friendship Lutheran Church, 1300 White Oak Road. Includes communion. Family friendly. 752-5265. Pierce Township. Christmas Eve Service, 6:15 p.m. First Baptist Church of Anderson Hills, 1674 Eight Mile Road. 474-2441. Anderson Township. Christmas Worship, 5 p.m. Family worship. Author and illustrator Will Hillenbrand shares an illustrated Christmas story. Holy Communion and carols. Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 101 South Lebanon Road. Parish Life Center. Nursery care available for 5 and 7 p.m. services. 683-4244. Loveland. Candlelight Christmas Eve Service, 7 p.m. Glen Este Church of Christ, 937 CincinnatiBatavia Pike. 753-8223. Eastgate.
Candle Light Service, 5 p.m.-6 p.m. Clough United Methodist Church, 2010 Wolfangel Road. Free. 231-4301. Anderson Township. Christmas Eve Service, 5 p.m.-6 p.m. Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 1950 Nagel Road. Free. 474-4938. Anderson Township. F R I D A Y, D E C . 2 5 Christmas Day Worship, 11 a.m.-noon, Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 1950 Nagel Road. Free. 474-4938. Anderson Township. S A T U R D A Y, D E C . 2 6
EDUCATION Earthworks: Virtual Explorations of the Ancient Ohio Valley, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road. Seasongood Nature Center. Traveling exhibition featuring virtual recreations of earthworks built by Adena, Hopewell and Fort Ancient cultures in Ohio Valley, interactive displays and maps. $1, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. Through Jan. 10. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Anderson Township. EXERCISE CLASSES
Zumba Fitness Class, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Clough United Methodist Church, 2010 Wolfangel Road. $5. 379-4900. Anderson Township. Jazzercise, 8:30 a.m. Anderson Hills Christian Church, $36 per month for unlimited classes. 407-9292. Anderson Township.
HOLIDAY - CHRISTMAS
Animated Nativity Display, 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Comboni Missionaries, 1318 Nagel Road. Room-sized animated display with special lighting, motion figures, narration and music. Free, canned good donations accepted. 4744997. Anderson Township.
MUSIC - ACOUSTIC
Bob Cushing, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Mama Vita’s, 6405 Branch Hill Guinea Pike. 697-9705. Loveland.
NATURE
Winter Animals, 2 p.m. Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road. Seasongood Nature Center. Learn how various animals survive the winter.Free, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Anderson Township.
PUBLIC HOURS
Greater Loveland Historical Society Museum, 1 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Greater Loveland Historical Society Museum, 201 Riverside Drive. Bonaventure House with exhibits, gift shop and library, 1797 Rich Log Cabin and 1879 Bishop-Coleman Gazebo. $3. 683-5692; www.lovelandmuseum.org. Loveland. Loveland Castle, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Weather permitting-call ahead. Loveland Castle, 12025 Shore Road. Small-scale, authentic castle. Picnic area. Group tours and special events available. $3. 683-4686; www.lovelandcastle.com. Symmes Township.
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ART EXHIBITS Charley Harper Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, Included with admission: $3, $1 children Tuesday-Friday; $5, $1 children SaturdaySunday; free for members every day and for all on Monday. Admission refunded with any purchase. 831-1711; http://www.cincynature.org/. Union Township. EDUCATION
Earthworks: Virtual Explorations of the Ancient Ohio Valley, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Woodland Mound, $1, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Anderson Township.
HOLIDAY - CHRISTMAS
Animated Nativity Display, 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Comboni Missionaries, Free, canned good donations accepted. 474-4997. Anderson Township.
NATURE
Reptiles, 2 p.m. Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road. Seasongood Nature Center. A naturalist discusses and displays live reptiles. Family friendly. Free, parking permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Anderson Township. Christmas Bird Count, 8 a.m.-noon, Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road. Small teams hike to count birds for census. All ages and experience levels. Bring binoculars and dress for weather. $5. Registration required. 831-1711. Union Township.
PUBLIC HOURS
Greater Loveland Historical Society Museum, 1 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Greater Loveland Historical Society Museum, $3. 6835692; www.lovelandmuseum.org. Loveland. Loveland Castle, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Weather permitting-call ahead. Loveland Castle, $3. 6834686; www.lovelandcastle.com. Symmes Township. M O N D A Y, D E C . 2 8
Turkey Shoot, 1 p.m. American Legion Post 237, 2215 Memory Lane. Free, additional cost to shoot. 732-0331. Batavia.
ART EXHIBITS Charley Harper Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, Included with admission: $3, $1 children Tuesday-Friday; $5, $1 children SaturdaySunday; free for members every day and for all on Monday. Admission refunded with any purchase. 831-1711; http://www.cincynature.org/. Union Township.
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
BARS/CLUBS
RECREATION
Worship Service, 5 p.m. Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 101 South Lebanon Road. Free. 683-4244. Loveland.
Live Trivia, 8 p.m.-11 p.m. Smokey Bones Bar and Fire Grill, 509 Ohio Pike. Presented by B and B Entertainment. 528-1725. Cherry Grove.
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Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods is hosting the Charley Harper Art Show from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24, at Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Union Township. It is the celebration of the life and work of the artist and naturalist. The cost is included with admission: $3, $1 children, Tuesday-Friday; $5, $1 children SaturdaySunday; free for members every day and for all on Monday. Admission is refunded with any purchase. The show is through Dec. 31. Call 831-1711 or visit www.cincynature.org/.
EDUCATION
Earthworks: Virtual Explorations of the Ancient Ohio Valley, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Woodland Mound, $1, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Anderson Township.
EXERCISE CLASSES
Zumba Fitness Class, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Clough United Methodist Church, $5. 3794900. Anderson Township. Jazzercise, 9:30 a.m. Anderson Hills Christian Church, $36 per month for unlimited classes. 407-9292. Anderson Township.
HEALTH / WELLNESS
Mobile Mammography Unit, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Kroger Loveland, 800 LovelandMadeira Road. Fifteen-minute screenings. Cost varies per insurance plan. Financial assistance available for qualified applicants. Appointment required. Presented by Jewish Hospital. 686-3300. Loveland.
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RECREATION
Bingo, 7 p.m. American Legion Post 72, 497 Old Ohio 74, $15. 528-9909. Mount Carmel.
HOLIDAY - CHRISTMAS
Animated Nativity Display, 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Comboni Missionaries, Free, canned good donations accepted. 474-4997. Anderson Township.
KARAOKE AND OPEN MIC
Open Mic Night, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Mama Vita’s, 6405 Branch Hill Guinea Pike. Pub. Hosted by Jerome. Free. 697-9705. Loveland. T U E S D A Y, D E C . 2 9
ART EXHIBITS
Charley Harper Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, Included with admission: $3, $1 children Tuesday-Friday; $5, $1 children SaturdaySunday; free for members every day and for all on Monday. Admission refunded with any purchase. 831-1711; http://www.cincynature.org/. Union Township.
BUSINESS MEETINGS
Eastern Hills Business Networking International Meeting, 7:45 a.m.-9 a.m. The Bridge Cafe, 203 Mill St. Business and professional networking organization comprised of one member from each profession with goal of giving members more business. Ages 18 and up. Free. Registration recommended. Presented by Business Networking International. 797-1158; www.bni-ohio.com. Milford.
EXERCISE CLASSES SUPPORT GROUPS
Overeaters Anonymous, 7 p.m. Eastgate Retirement Village, 776 Old Ohio 74, Small dining room. Presented by Greater Cincinnati O.A. Intergroup. 921-1922. Eastgate. Overeaters Anonymous, 7 p.m. Milford First United Methodist Church, 541 Main St. Free. Presented by Greater Cincinnati O.A. Intergroup. 921-1922. Milford. W E D N E S D A Y, D E C . 3 0
BARS/CLUBS
Winter Bike Night, 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Quaker Steak & Lube, 590 Chamber Drive. Includes sign-up for motorcycle giveaway and music. Through March 31. 831-5823. Milford.
Zumba Fitness, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. St. Thomas More School, 788 Ohio Pike. Hieder Hall. With Susan Scardina-Hardoerfer. $25 for five classes, $6 one class. 379-4900. Withamsville. Jazzercise, 9:30 a.m. Anderson Hills Christian Church, $36 per month for unlimited classes. 407-9292. Anderson Township.
FOOD & DRINK
WAVE Free Community Dinner, 6 p.m. Milford First United Methodist Church, 541 Main St. Wednesdays Are Very Extraordinary. No church service attached, no reservations needed. All welcome. Family friendly meals. Free; donations accepted. 831-5500; www.milfordfirsumc.org. Milford.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Buttons and Bows Round Dance Club, 7:30 p.m. Anderson Senior Center, 7970 Beechmont Ave. Phase III-IV round dance club for experienced dancers. Ballroom figures: waltz, two-step, cha, rumba, tango and bolero. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427. Anderson Township.
DANCE CLASSES
Choreographed Ballroom Dance Class, 7 p.m. Anderson Senior Center, 7970 Beechmont Ave. Ballroom figures: waltz, two-step, cha, rumba, tango and more. Beginners welcome. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427. Anderson Township.
EDUCATION
Earthworks: Virtual Explorations of the Ancient Ohio Valley, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Woodland Mound, $1, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Anderson Township.
EXERCISE CLASSES
Jazzercise, 9:30 a.m. Anderson Hills Christian Church, $36 per month for unlimited classes. 407-9292. Anderson Township. LISA J. MAUCH/STAFF
See thousands of lights, cold weather animals and more, at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights, open nightly 5-9 p.m. through Jan. 3. New this year is a Wild Lights Show on Swan Lake. Children can also visit Santa’s House and send letters directly to the North Pole. Madcap Puppet Theatre performs nightly at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. at the Wings of Wonder Theater. The zoo will hold a Happy Zoo Year for kids of all ages from 5-9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 31, with special activities, including an early New Year countdown and Rozzi’s fireworks. Festival of Lights is closed Christmas Eve and Day. For tickets, visit www.cincinnatizoo.com.
HEALTH / WELLNESS
Community Blood Drive. 1 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Donors receive a Hoxworth winter t-shirt. Williamsburg Fire and EMS, 915 W. Main St. Free. Appointments recommended. Presented by Hoxworth Blood Center. 724-7382. Williamsburg.
PROVIDED
Ebenezer Scrooge (Bruce Cromer) leads a cast of 29 performers as the Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park celebrates a 19th holiday season with Charles Dickens’ yuletide classic, “A Christmas Carol.” A favorite Tristate holiday tradition, “A Christmas Carol” runs through Dec. 30 in the Playhouse’s Robert S. Marx Theatre. For tickets call 513-421-3888 or visit www.cincyplay.com.
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Christmas is too big to fit our minds or this world Ask a Christian to give a short statement explaining the meaning of Christmas and he or she will say “God became man.” Agnostics of today would quibble with us and say, as Sigrid Undset writes, “We can join you in the stable if the little Boy in the crib is a symbol of the longing in each one of us for something beyond the bounds of sense or as presentiments of immortality – then we can remain with the shepherds in the stable. We can worship Mary’s child, we moderns, as a symbol or a type, as the great Teacher, a genius, a superman. But as God in Man? Mary, could you have brought forth Him who created you? Can you expect us to believe this sort of thing?” Yes, Christians do believe the truth of this theological statement and have celebrated it for centuries. But its astounding claim is staunchly denied by those who choose to live with a merely phys-
ical consciousness. To them the newborn baby named Jesus is acceptable only as a symbol. But what is being proposed for belief by Christians is too far outside the credulity of many people. This doesn’t mean, however, that all Christian believers grasp its full impact. Too many keep their minds off the amazing implications of this truth and focus on the external factors that bolster the belief: that it is revealed in scripture, defined by religion, theologically defended, and carries the tradition of centuries. All of this inspires their minds into an assent that says, “Yes, the child is God.” But if this Christian assent is casual and half-hearted, then, as John Shea warns, the unbeliever and the believer find themselves in very similar positions. The unbelievers can dismiss
the truth too quickly, and it does not lead them to a grand spiritual vision. On the other hand, believers can accept the truth too quickly, and so it dose not lead them into a deeper jaw-dropping spiritual vision. One group will not let the strangeness in, and the other lets the strangeness in without pondering it. “Mary gave birth to the one who created her,” said Shea, “is truly a strange statement … It can be a catalyst that shifts physical consciousness to a wider perspective. A powerful truth of Christmas is encoded in these symbolic words. We can tame them and make them useless both by mindless rejection and mindless acceptance.” What a stupendous and fulfilling mystery Christmas is! Yet often it grows tame and tired in the hearts of adult Christians. They see the joy of Christmas as
directed chiefly to children. To help revive jaded adult minds that say of every Christmas, “been there, done that” let’s ask a new-hearer of the awesome story to tell us again: “They were so poor,” said the little 5-year-old girl, “that they only had peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to eat, and they went a long way from home without getting lost. The lady rode a donkey, and the man walked, and the baby was inside the lady. They had to stay in a stable with an ox and an ass (hee-hee) but the Three Rich Men found them because a star lighted on the roof. Shepherds came and you could pet the sheep but not feed them.’ “Then the baby was born. AND DO YOU KNOW WHO HE WAS?” … And here her quarter-like eyes inflated to silver-dollar eyes and she excitedly whispered … “THE BABY WAS GOD.” And then she jumped in the air,
whirled around, dove into the sofa and buried her head under the cushions – which is the only proper response to Good News that Father Lou good. Guntzelman News that the unimaginable Perspectives God who made the universe, quarks, moonbeams, dinosaurs, angels, pets and human beings came here for you, for me. Father Lou Guntzelman is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Reach him at columns@community press.com or contact him directly at P.O. Box 428541, Cincinnati, OH 45242. Please include a mailing address or fax number if you wish for him to respond.
Never forget the importance of a written contract Too often these days consumers forget about the importance of having a written contract prior to getting any work performed around the house. The need for a contract was brought home recently to a Montgomery woman helping her daughter. Diane Byrnes was dealing with two large trees at her daughter’s home in Oakley. She was particularly concerned about the tree in the front yard. “It was struck by lightning three years ago. For a while we’ve been telling her she needed to get it taken down,” said Byrnes. “During last year’s windstorm a piece of a big limb fell on her neighbor’s house.
We said, ‘This is not good, it’s too big for this s m a l l yard, and it needs to cut Howard Ain get down,’ ” Hey Howard! she said. Byrnes contacted a tree service she had seen working in the area. “I asked him if he would be able to take down these trees and he said it would be no problem. He gave me a bid of $3,500,” she said. Unfortunately, the tree service failed to give her a written contract – she just received a handshake.
“He said, ‘When we do our first day’s job, I want $2,000.’ It was more than half, but everybody told me he was going to ask for a chunk of the money,” Byrnes said. Although the company was supposed to take down both trees, it just felled the smaller one in the backyard – and left all the pieces strewn throughout the yard. In addition, it failed to grind up the tree stump as had been agreed. But the company did take the $2,000, and promised to return. More than a month later Byrnes said the company hadn’t come back despite repeated promises. “We started calling and I
said, ‘When are you coming back?’ and he said, ‘I’ll be back tomorrow.’ I said, ‘OK,’ and it went on and on and on,” Byrnes said. Because her daughter’s house is in the city of Cincinnati, I told Byrnes to file a criminal complaint with the police and she did. Remember, Cincinnati regulations require companies to give a written contract detailing the work to be done, and it must include a start and completion date. In addition, the firm can-
not take more than 10 percent of the money upfront – except for special order items. I was able to get in touch with the tree service and the company owner told me he was unaware of the law, had not known his crew failed to complete the job, and promised to return to get the job done. Bottom line, whether or not you live in the city of Cincinnati, I strongly recommend you get a written contract with an itemized list of
SECRETS OF EGYPT TRIVIA CONTEST
THE ENQUIRER WANTS TO TEST YOUR EGYPT KNOWLEDGE! Answer the trivia question below, fill out the entry form and mail it in for your chance to win a family four pack of tickets to the exhibit, Lost Egypt and OMNIMAX film, Mummies at Cincinnati Museum Center. To enter online, visit Cincinnati.Com/giveaways.
For tickets, visit cincymuseum.org “buy tickets” or call 513.287.7000.
the things to be done. Even if you don’t live in the city there’s no reason you can’t insist on having all the protection afforded Cincinnati residents. If the contractor won’t comply, get someone else. Troubleshooter Howard Ain answers consumer complaints and questions weekdays at 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. newscasts on WKRC-TV Local 12. You can write to him at Hey Howard, 12 WKRC-TV, 1906 Highland Ave., Cincinnati 45219.
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SUNDAY FOOTBALL SPECIALS 11am–4pm
1/2 price Beers & Appitizers $5.00 10” pizza w/.50 toppings Padrino is the only place in town that can serve alcohol starting at 11am on Sundays!
Come join us for a pre game beverage!
Slow Braised Italian Pot Roast with a Balasamic and Tomato “Gravy”, Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Roasted Vegetables. Just one of Chef Paul Barraco’s Italian family recipes he will be featuring every Monday and Tuesday beginning at 4:30 for only $13 Also featuring: Italian style Meatloaf, Lemon and Herb Roasted Chicken. Menu changes on weekly basis.
Carryout and have dinner for your whole crew!
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Ancient Egyptians did not remove the heart in the mummification process because…
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Making cookies for a diabetic sweet tooth Countdown to Christmas:
Diabetic chocolate chip cookies
For those on your list who need a lower sugar treat. These freeze well. 21⁄4 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature 1 ⁄4 cup Splenda sugar blend 1 ⁄4 cup firmly packed Splenda brown sugar blend 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 large eggs, room temperature 12 oz. semisweet choco-
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I just checked my word count and I’m “full up” so I’ll keep the intro brief. It has been fun these last few weeks sharing holiday favorites with you. My wish for you is that this is the best Christmas ever, surrounded by family, friends, and food!
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Ice cream with peppermint sauce garnished with crushed peppermint. the best hickory smoked hams from Hilltop Meat in Whitewater Township. “It’s just a good old-fashioned smokehouse ham with natural juices.” Rob uses his Dad’s creation of a honey glaze over two decades old. There are lots of signature items available there, like Hamman’s homemade sausages with natural casings (and yes, their hot dogs are the real thing, no fillers, just like their ham salad, which Rob says people are “crazy about.”) What I admire is their commitment to quality, heirloom recipes. I asked Rob to give us some tips on prime rib roasts. Here’s what he told me about how he does it: “We use prime grade aged roasts, lifted off the rib bone, then retied on the rib with suet to seal in flavor and provide wonderful au jus. This makes for easy carving and maximum yield.” The secret? Rob rubs it with olive oil, sometimes inserts fresh garlic slivers and rubs with pepper, seasoned salt, rosemary, fresh garlic and onion. “Yum!”
I don’t test readers’ recipes and some are having trouble with the pie setting up. I’m hoping reader Diane Powell, who gave me the recipe, can clarify. Also, reader Susan Foster said this recipe is not exactly like the chess pie served at the public schools then. Here’s what she said: “I made most of the pies at the CPS bake shop in Walnut Hills during the years 19992007 and I have to tell you that the recipe you printed as the one CPS uses for chess pie is incorrect. “The CPS recipe does not contain either evaporated milk or flour; instead it calls for powdered milk and cornmeal (which is what gives the pie its unique top layer). It also calls for nutmeg and sweetened egg yolks, which came frozen in 1⁄2 gallon cartons. Somewhere I have the full-sized recipe, which made about 50.”
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Chicken from the old Tasty Bird, Kenwood Plaza store for Kim Molloy, Loveland. Steak & Shake chili clone for Robin Haboush. Maple bacon dressing and chicken salad for Patsy Roberts. Karlos, Springdale’s country penne pasta for Tom Ohmer. 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.
REUNIONS St. Dominic Class of 1988 – reunion is being rescheduled for the fall at a date and place to be determined. E-mail Angela (Fischer) Seiter at angelaseiter@hotmail.com for information. Princeton High School Class of 1970 – will have its 40th reunion on June 25 and 26. A buffet is planned for 7-11 p.m., Friday June 25, at Raffel’s Banquet Hall in Evendale. The class will also meet from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., at Sharon Woods, on Saturday, June 26, at Cardinal Crest camp site for a cookout. All classmates should
contact Jim Young at jyoung4256@yahoo.com or Janice (Renner) Wilkins at Janice.Wilkins@hamiltonmrdd.org. Talawanda High School classes of 1964 and 1965 – are having a 45th reunion for 1965 and 46th reunion for 1964, July 23, 24 and 25, in Oxford. Specific planning will take place in November, but initial contacts can be made to Alice Anderson Wedding at aj2mydad@yahoo.com, on facebook.com, or at 831-0336. Anyone is welcome to help plan.
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The answer to last week’s clue is Timmy’s Wok. Mary Nicely of Miami Township correctly identified the clue. Ron Reed of Miami Township correctly identified the previous week’s clue, McCormick Elementary.
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Ulmer’s Auto Care Center art contest winners from Milford are: In front, Jack Neville, second grade; Kendall Bees, third grade. Back row, Greg Kauffeld, Steffi Renner, fourth grade; Lauryn Knarr, fifth grade; Blake Holtman, fourth grade, Best in Show; Reed Lessman, sixth grade, Darrell Smithson, Bryan Kauffeld. Seton School. • Grade 2 – Jack Neville, Terrace Park Elementary. • Grade 3 – Kendall Bees, St. Andrew-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School. • Grade 4 – Steffi Renner, St. Andrew-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School. • Grade 5 – Lauryn Knarr, St. Andrew-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School. • Grade 6 – Reed Lessman, St. Andrew-St. Eliza-
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mia, including confusion, dizziness, exhaustion and severe shivering. 5. Use a Red Crosstrained babysitter when attending holiday festivities. Red Cross-certified babysitters learn to administer basic first aid; properly hold and feed a child; take emergency action when needed; monitor safe play and actively engage your child; and some may be certified in infant and child CPR. 6. Avoid danger while roasting chestnuts over an open fire. Stay in the kitchen while you are cooking and be alert. Keep anything flammable-such as potholders, towels or curtains-away from your stove top. Have a “kidfree zone” of at least three feet around the stove and areas where hot food or drinks are prepared or carried. 7. Be a lifesaver during the holidays and always. The Red Cross recommends at least one person in every household should be trained and certified in first aid and CPR/AED. Your local Red Cross chapter has conveniently scheduled courses and can have you trained and certified in a few hours. 8. Designate a driver or skip the holiday cheer. When you designate a driver who won’t be drinking, you help make sure a good party doesn’t turn into a tragedy. A good host ensures there are non-alcoholic beverages available for drivers. The designated driver should not drink any alcoholic bever-
ages, not even one. 9. When the weather outside is frightful, heat your home safely. Never use your stove or oven to heat your home. Never leave portable heaters or fireplaces unattended. Install smoke alarms on every floor of your home and outside all sleeping areas and test them once a month. 10. Cut down on your heating bills without being a Grinch. Get your furnace cleaned by a professional; change the filters regularly. Make sure heat vents aren’t blocked by furniture. Close off any rooms you aren’t using and close heat vents or turn off radiators in those rooms. Use either insulating tape or caulking strips to surround your windows and door moldings. Put up storm windows or storm doors to keep the cold out. 11. Don’t move a muscle, until they buckle. Each person in your vehicle should have their seatbelts securely fastened before driving off. Ensure children are buckled up and their car seats are installed appropriately based on their age and size. Children 12 and under should always sit in the backseat. 12. Resolve to Be Red Cross Ready in the New Year. You can take one or more actions to prepare now, should you or your family faces an emergency in 2010. Get a kit. Make a plan. Be informed. Visit www.cincinnatiredcross.org to learn more about the Cincinnati Area Chapter.
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beth Ann Seton School. Ulmer’s Auto Care Center believes it’s important to serve the community. Not only has Ulmer’s a supporter of local schools through the art contest, they are also involved with St. Vincent de Paul food drives through their “The Oil Change That Gives Back” program each year, and most recently was a major sponsor for Dogapalooza 2009.
Cliff Adams, member of T.A.L.K. Toastmasters of Milford, presented his speech, “Get Up,” and achieved the rank of Competent Communicator. This rank is earned by completing a manual of 10 speeches, each speech developing different speaking skills. Toastmasters International is the world’s largest, non-profit organization devoted to communication and leadership development, teaching members how to listen effectively and speak confidently. Visitors are always welcome at meetings and there is never a charge. The club meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of each month at St.
Emergency Room Closing Emergency Room at Deaconess Hospital To Close This serves as public notice that the Deaconess Hospital Emergency Room, located at 311 Straight Street in Clifton, will close January 11, 2010, at midnight. The Ohio Department of Health, area hospitals and the Hamilton County Emergency Medical Service squads have been notified of the Emergency Room’s closure to ensure that beginning January 12, all ambulance services are directed to nearby hospitals. Deaconess Hospital continues to serve Greater Cincinnati with inpatient and outpatient medical/surgical services. DEACONESS HOSPITAL 311 STRAIGHT STREET CINCINNATI, OHIO 45219 (513) 559-2100
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Ulmer’s Auto Care Center recently announced its first art contest for students attending local elementary schools. The theme was “If animals could drive … what would they drive?” Ulmer’s received 180 entries from students at Pattison Elementary, Terrace Park Elementary and St. Andrew and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton schools. The Ulmer’s staff and their marketing company, the Exceleration Group, completed the judging. All winning artwork has been professionally framed and will be displayed in the Ulmer’s Auto Care Center’s Anderson location for one year. Winning students received $100 prizes and will take home their framed artwork after it has been displayed. Prizes of Dairy Queen gift certificates were given to all entrants. Winning students, parents, grandparents and teachers attended the recent award ceremony held at Ulmer’s Milford location. Winning entries were: • Best in Show – Blake Holtman, Grade 4, St. Andrew-St. Elizabeth Ann
With last-minute gifts to buy, social events to attend and family and friends to visit while the weather outside is frightful, the American Red Cross has 12 days of health and safety tips to make the holiday season safe, happy and bright. 1. Prepare your vehicle for traveling to grandmother’s house. Make an emergency kit and include items such as blankets or sleeping bags, jumper cables, fire extinguisher (five-pound, A-B-C type), compass and road maps, shovel, tire repair kit and pump, extra clothing, flares, tow rope. 2. Drive your sleigh and reindeer safely. Avoid driving in a storm, but if you must, keep your gas tank full for emergency use and to keep the fuel line from freezing. Let someone know your destination, route and when you expect to arrive. 3. Help prevent the spread of the flu. Wash hands with soap and water as often as possible, or use hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol. Use sanitizing wipes to disinfect hard surfaces such as airplane tray tables, luggage handles, cell phones, door handles and seat armrests. 4. Prevent hypothermia by following Santa’s lead. Dress in several layers of lightweight clothing, which will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Wear a hat, preferably one that covers your ears. Seek medical attention immediately if you have symptoms of hypother-
Andrew Parish Center, 552 Main St. in Milford. T.A.L.K. Toastmasters is a community club serving the Milford, Loveland and
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LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that copies of the proposed fiscal year 2011 tax budget for West Clermont Local School District of Clermont County are on file at the office of the Treasurer of the Board of Education and open to inspection by the public pursuant to the requirements of law. A public hearing on the proposed budget will be held on Monday, January 11, 2010 at Union Township Civic Center, 4350 Aicholtz Road, Cincinnati, OH 45245 at 5:00 p.m. Alana Cropper, Treasurer. 1527028 LEGAL NOTICE Colleen Carter G31 899 Locust Lane Cincinnati, OH 45245 Jason Huhn G9&G21 1093 Garvey Valley Ave Blacklick, OH 43004 Gary Noe F14 548 Glenrose Lane Cincinnati, OH 45244 Melanie Rose E37 100 University Lane Batavia, OH 45103 Bryan S Moore C19 2535 US Highway Apt 50 Batavia, OH 45103 A n d r i a Megginson C45 2655 Orange Tree Loop Tampa, FL 33618. You are hereby notified that your personal belongings stored at E a s t s i d e Storage, 4400 St. Rt. 222, Ste A, Batavia, OH 45103, 715 Cincinnati Batavia Pike Cincinnati, OH 45245, 1170 Ohio Pike Amelia, OH 45102 will be sold for payment due. 1001526785 To place your BINGO ad call 513.242.4000
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December 23, 2009
Athenaeum of Ohio
The Athenaeum Chorale, under the direction of Music Director Anthony DiCello, will present Vespers for the Baptism of the Lord at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 10. The vespers will be in the Chapel of St. Gregory the Great at the Athenaeum of Ohio-Mount St. Mary’s Seminary. The vespers will feature Biery’s The Waters of Life; the 15th Century carol, Verbum Caro, and Gardiner’s Tomorrow Shall My Dancing Day. The Rev. Earl Fernandes, dean of Mount St. Mary’s Seminary, will preside. The Athenaeum Lecture series continues Wednesday, Jan. 13, with the Rev. Guy Mansini, OSB STD, who will give the LeBlond Lecture “In persona Christi and the Legacy of the Second Vatican Council.” Father Mansini’s lecture will recount some of the quite extraordinary and mostly unknown history of the
composition of Lumen gentium 21 and Presbyterorum ordinis 2 and the quite unexpected consequence of these texts for priestly identity. The lecture will be held at 7:30 p.m. in the Bartlett Pastoral Center on the Athenaeum campus. It is free and open to the public. The address is 6616 Beechmont Ave., Mount Washington; 2312223.
Bethel United Methodist Church
The church is offering two Christmas Eve Services Thursday, Dec. 24. A traditional Christmas Eve Candlelight and Communion Service will be offered at 6 p.m. with performances by the Adult Choir and selected solo vocalists. An 11 p.m. contemporary Christmas Eve Candlelight and Communion Service will also be offered with music provided by the Contemporary Worship Team.
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CORNERSTONE BAPTIST CHURCH Bible Based Teaching Christ-Centered Worship Family Style Fellowship Sunday School 9:45 am Worship 11:00am & 6:00 pm Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study 7:00 pm 2249 Old State Road 32, Batavia
Clough United Methodist
The church is hosting its candlelight services at 5 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24. All are welcome. Call the church at 231-4301 or visit www.cloughchurch.org. The church is at 2010 Wolfangel Road, Anderson Township; 2314301.
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FRIENDSHIP Lutheran Church (ELCA)
Growing our Faith, Family & Friends Sunday Worship 10:00AM (Child Care Available) Sunday School (Ages 3-12) 9:30AM
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PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA)
CHURCH OF CHRIST GLEN ESTE CHURCH OF CHRIST 937 Old State Route 74 (Behind Meijer) 513-753-8223 www.gecc.net
Sunday Worship: 8:30 & 10:30am Bible Study: 9:30am & 6:00pm Youth Groups: 6:00pm
Sunday School 9:45am - Worship 11am (nursery provided) Sunday Evening Service 6pm-Youth 6pm 513-575-1121 www.mtrepose.org
MONUMENTS BAPTIST CHURCH
2831 State Route 222 Mark Pence, Pastor 513-313-2401 Sunday School....9:30AM Sunday Worship....10:45AM Childrens Church & Nursery Avail Wednesday Prayer Service & Youth Meeting....7:00PM Nursery & Children’s Activities www.monumentsbaptist.org
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770 South Riverside, Batavia OH 45103 Raymond D. Jones, Pastor 732-2739
Sunday School 10am; Morning Worship 11am; Sunday Evening Service 6pm; Wednesday Eve. Prayer Service & Bible Study, 7:00pm
Reaching the Heart of Clermont County
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF GOSHEN 1828 Woodville Pike • 625-5512 Pastor Junior V. Pitman Sunday School – 10:00am Morning Worship – 11:00am Prayer Time – 5:30pm Sunday Evening – 6:00pm WED. Prayer & Bible Study – 7:00pm Nursery provided for all services
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF FELICITY
212 Prather Rd. Felicity, OH Pastor: Chad Blevins 876-2565 9:45am Sunday School 10:45am Sunday Worship Sunday Eve. Childrens Mission 6:00pm Sunday Eve. Adult Discipleship 6:00pm Sunday Eve. Worship 7:00pm Wed. Eve. Adult Bible Study 7:00pm
LINDALE BAPTIST CHURCH
3052 ST. RT. 132 AMELIA, OH 45102 Pastor John Davis 797-4189
Sunday School..........................9:30am Sunday Morning Worship........10:30am Sunday Evening Worship..........6:30pm Wednesday Prayer Service........7:00pm Wednesday Youth Group...........7:00pm
OWENSVILLE CHURCH OF CHRIST
A fellowship where God changes people for life. Come visit us! 2545 Highway 50 Owensville, OH 45160 513-732-2324 Sunday School 9:00am Childrens Church 10:00am Worship 10:00am Contemporary and traditional with live music and multi-media.
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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EPISCOPAL ST. THOMAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH & ST. THOMAS NURSERY SCHOOL
100 Miami Ave, Terrace Park,OH 831-2052 www.stthomasepiscopal.org Sunday 7:45am Rite I Eucharist 9:00am Rite 2 Eucharist For All People 11:15am Rite 2 Choral Eucharist Childcare Provided for all Eucharists
ROMAN CATHOLIC St. Bernadette Church 1479 Locust Lake Rd Amelia, Oh 45102 753-5566 Rev. Bill Stockelman, Pastor Weekly Masses, Saturday 5:00 PM Sunday 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM
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Handicap Accessible 513-753-4115 www.GoodSamaritanEpiscopal.org Ask us for information about Angel Food Ministries
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GOSHEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 6710 Goshen Rd, Goshen Across from Goshen High School 513-722-2541 www.goshenmethodist.org Sunday School 9:30am Worship 10:30am Blended Worship Traditional and Contemporary Youth Fellowship 6:00pm Nursery Available
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Owensville United Methodist Church
Located at 2580 US Hwy 50 (next to the library) or (1mile east of Owensville on 50)
Sundayy Worshipp Service......8:30am,, 10:30am d School.......................9:30am Sh l 93 Sunday w/nursery & children’s church A special prayer and healing service on the 1st Sunday evening of each month at 7:00pm
Pastor Mike Smith
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Rev. Dale Noel, Congregational Care Pastor Mark Owen, Worship Director SUNDAY: Sunday School (All Ages)....................... 9:30am Worship Service.................................. 10:30am Children’s Worship. (1st-5th Grades) Bible Study............................................6:00pm Nursery Care Provided Handicapped Accessible MONDAY: Ladies’ Prayer Group...........................10:30am WEDNESDAY: Adults Prayer Meeting............................7:00pm Youth Group - Grades 6-12....................7:00pm Small Groups meet in various locations and at different times throughout the week. S.Charity & E. Water Sts. Bethel, Ohio 45106 513-734-4204 Office: M-F 8:00am - 2:00pm E-mail: bethelnaz@fuse.net www.bethelnazarenechurch.org
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Come Join Us…. Marc Quinter, Pastor BETHEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 402 W. Plane St. Bethel, Ohio 513-734-7201 www.bumcinfo.org Sunday Worship 8:00 & 10:45am Contemporary Worship 9:30am Sunday School For All Ages: 9:30 & 10:45am Nursery Care for Age 3 & under Full Program for Children, Youth, Music, Small Groups & more Handicapped Accessible PASTORS: Bill Bowdle -Sr. Pastor Steve Fultz - Assoc. Pastor; Dustin Nimmo - Youth Pastor Janet Bowdle - Children’s Pastor
2010 Wolfangel Rd., Anderson Twp. 513-231-4301 Sunday Worship: 10:30am with Childrens Church & Nursery PASTOR JONATHAN KOLLMANN
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EMMANUEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School 9:00am Worship 10:30am Children’s Worship and Childcare 10:30am Corner of Old SR 74 and Amelia-Olive Branch Rd 732-1400 http://www.emmanuel-umc.com
Williamsburg
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Welcomes You
Sunday Morning Schedule: 9AM - Worship: Traditional 10AM - Classes & Groups 11AM - Worship: Contemporary Nursery care provided
330 Gay Street, Williamsburg, OH 45176
One block north of Main Street at 3rd 513-724-6305 WburgUMC@aol.com www.williamsburgumc.com
Pastor: Rev. Duane A. Kemerley Youth Director- JD Young
A New Life - A New Prospective A New Song
Pastor: Michael Fite info: 753-3159 Meeting at WT Elementary 1/2 mile east of I-275 on SR 125
Sunday Worship. 10:00am www.newsongohio.com
THE SALVATION ARMY Worship & Service Center
513-732-6241 - www.salvos.com/Batavia Sunday School 10:00am- Worship 11:00am Captain Aaron A. Boone, Sr. Captain Amber S. Boone Commanding Officers/Ministers
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LOVELAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH A Loving, Praying, Caring Church Join us for Sunday Services Worship Service........................10:00am Church School............................11:15am CONNECT Youth Service.............6-8pm Fellowship/Coffee Hour after Worship Nursery Provided/Youth Group Activities 360 Robin Ave. (off Oak St.), Loveland OH
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Trinity United Methodist Traditional Worship.......8:15am & 11:00am Contemporary Worship..................9:30am Sunday School...............................9:30am Nursery Available 5767 Pleasant Hill Rd (next to Milford Jr. High) 513-831-0262 www.trinitymilford.org
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4359 E. Bauman Lane | Batavia, OH 45103 Pastor, Troy P. Ervin
4050 Tollgate Rd, Williamsburg, OH 513-724-3341 www.cmcchurch.com Mark Otten, Pastor
638 Batavia Pike Corner of Old St.Rt. 74 & Summerside Rd Phone: 513-528-3052 Pastor: Rev. Blossom Matthews Sunday Morning Worship: 8:30 & 10:40 Nursery Care Available Sunday School for all ages: 9:30 Web: www.Summerside-umc.org E-mail: Summerside_umc@yahoo.com
“Encircling People with God’s Love”
Morning Worship 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. Evening Worship 6 p.m. High Voltage Youth 6 p.m.
Sunday Services 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30 AM
Children’s & Junior Church During Service Infant / Toddler Nursery Available Sunday evenings 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
A concert will be 7 p.m. the third Friday of each month, featuring new bands and artists. Free food and music. Call Angel at 513-8760527 or 734-7671. The church is at 513 Market St., New Richmond.
Contemporary Worship Practical Message Classes for Children & Teens Nursery Care Sunday 6:00PM Avalanche Youth Service Wednesday 7:00PM Bible Study (adults) / Avalanche Youth We have many other groups that meet on a regular basis
Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.
AUMY! Youth Group grades 6 to 12
True Church of God
87 N. Market Street Batavia, OH 45103
Sunday School Class 9:30 a.m.
www.houseofrestoration.org
Sunday 10:30am ... Holy Eucharist
“Room for the Whole Family”
Church of the Nazarene Rev. Scott Wade, Senior Pastor
513.753.6770
Schedule of Services: Sunday School 9:00-9:45am; Sunday Morrning Celebration 10:00am - Nursery provided; Childrens Ministry 10:00; Sunday Evening Operation Great Commission 6:00pm; Wed - Bible Study 7:00pm; Wed. - Youth Group 7:00pm.
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176th Year in Felicity Walnut & West St. Felicity Rev. Jane Beattie, Pastor 876-2147 Contemporary Worship............9:00am Sunday School.......................10:00am Traditional Worship................10:45am Nursery provided for all Sunday morning services
(St. Rt. 125 & Church St.) Amelia, Ohio
HOUSE OF RESTORATION WORSHIP CENTER 1487 SR 131, Milford, OH Rev. Jeff Wolf 575-2011
25 Amelia Olive Branch Rd.
FELICITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Located at 19 East Main Street
Contemporary and Traditional live Worship Music and Multimedia
THE CHURCH OF THE GOOD SAMARITAN
Faith United Methodist Church 180 North Fifth Street, Batavia, Ohio David W. Phaneuf - Minister 732-2027 Sunday School 9:15am; Worship 10:30am Nursery Provided United Methodist Youth, Men & Women Organizations Handicap Accessibility www.gbgm-umc.org//faith-batavia
“To Become and Make Disciples Of Christ”
GOSHEN CHURCH OF GOD
Real People...In a Real Church... Worshipping a Real God! 1675 Hillstation Road, Goshen, Ohio 45122 722-1699 www.goshenchurchofgod.org Pastor Tim McGlone Service Schedule Sunday School 10:00am Sunday Worship 10:45am Sunday Evening Worship 6:00pm Wednesday Youth Service 7:00pm Saturday Service 7:00pm
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Amelia United Methodist Church
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MT REPOSE 6088 Branch Hill-Guinea Pike Ken Slaughter, Pastor
Goshen United Methodist Church
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Saltair Church of Christ
EVANGELICAL FREE www.faithchurch.net
844 State Rt. 131
The church is hosting a Christmas Eve Candlelight Church Service at 10 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24. The church hosts Sunday School at 9 a.m. and Sunday worship at 10 a.m. Sundays. The church is at Locust Corner and Wagner roads, Pierce Township; 752-8459.
includes fellowship, worship, prayer, a guest speaker, games and activities. Pizza is provided. Bring your favorite drinks and snacks. Modest swim wear and sleep necessities required. Bring your Bible. For cost and additional information, call Brother Chris Evans at 734-4185. The Adult and Children’s New Year’s Eve Party starting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 31, at the church. The event includes games. Bring snacks and drinks. The church is located at 2124 Ohio 222, Bethel; 734-4185.
The church is hosting Wednesday Evening Worship at 7 p.m. the first
Friendship Lutheran Church
Services 8:00 am, 9:15 am & 11:00am Steve Lovellette, Senior Pastor Nursery proivided at all services
1/2 mile east of Route 50 Sunday School 9:30a Sunday Worship 10:30a Youth Worship 10:30a Nursery provided.
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The church choir is hosting its annual Christmas Cantata at the 10:30 a.m. service Sunday, Dec. 20. The Christmas Eve Service is at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24. The church is at 6710 Goshen Road, Goshen: 722-2541.
The church will host Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Chapter Ohio 2099 Batavia. Meetings are from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. each Thursday. The church is at 4650 Ohio 132, Batavia; 575-9155.
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Pastor: Tom Bevers www.Cornerstone.ohbaptist.org
four Wednesdays in December. They will reflect on the Advent season with the Pastor’s sermon series “Minor Characters in Major Roles” with Mary Haugen’s Holden Evening Prayer. This worship service offers a reflective time of prayer, melody and the inspirational Word of God. The Sermon series is as follows: Dec. 23, “Joseph.” The church is hosting the Candlelight Christmas Eve Service at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24. It is a family service and includes communion. The church is at 1300 White Oak, Amelia; 752-5265.
The church is hosting the Candlelight Prayer Service at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 23. It is an evening of reverent prayer and a time to reflect upon the message of Christmas, including musical sharing and inspiration. The YMCA Youth Lock-in is from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 31, at the Clough Pike YMCA. It is open to youth seventh-grade through high school. The event
Community Church of Nazarene
5910 Price Road, Milford 831-3770
Real Life Assembly of God 2300 Old SR. 32, Batavia, OH 45103 513-735-4228 Sundays Adult Service 10:30am Super Church 10:30am Royal Rangers 6:00pm Wednesday Bible Study, Youth Group & Kids Club 7:00pm Tuesday & Thursday Joe’s Place Teen Center 1:00-4:00pm Real People, Real Issues, Real Life
RIVER OF LIFE Assembly of God 1793 U.S. 52, Moscow, Ohio 45153 Pastor: Ralph Ollendick Sun. Contemporary Service SS -9:45am, Worship 11:00am Wed.- Informal Biblestudy 7-8pm
The church is at 402 West Plane St., Bethel; 734-7201.
Amelia/Withamsville - 3mi. East of I-275
FIRST CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST
A Loving Church in Jesus Name
Sunday School........................................10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship........................10:45AM Thurs Prayer & Bible Study......................7:00PM Nursery Provided for Sunday Morning Worship www.FirstChurchofJesusChrist.org 6208 Guinea Pike, Milford, Ohio 45150
Pastor: Melvin Moore Church: 513-575-5450
GOD’s Will Ministries Psalm 40:8
1177 West Ohio Pike (SR125)-Phone 752-2525 Sunday School 9:30am Worship 10:30am
Nursery care provided www.calvin-pc.org
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 199 Gay Street Williamsburg, Ohio 45176 Phone: 513-724-7985 Sunday School: 9:30A.M. Worship:10:30A.M.(SupervisedNursery) PRESCHOOL: Tues, Weds, Thurs
Mark@513-967-7490 24/7/ 365
û Evangelist- guest speaker available to power preach God’s Word (no love offer ing needed), sticking to the Scriptures û Vistation- Home, hospital, death bed visits etc û Free Christian counseling- based on the only authority, and what works, the Scriptures û Do you have questions about spiritual matters? "Repentance toward God-Faith in Jesus Christ"
WESLYAN MULBERRY WESLEYAN CHURCH
949 SR Bus. 28, Milford 831-3218 Eric George, Pastor Rob Meyer, Youth Leader Kent Underwood, Minister of Worship & Music
Sunday School 9:30am Worship/Children’s Church 10:30am Sunday Equipping Hour 6:00pm Adult Bible Study/Youth/Kids Club 7:00pm WED ”A friendly Church for the Whole Family”
On the record DEATHS
Louis Arnold Reed
Louis Arnold Reed, 75, of Milford died Dec. 15. Survived by wife, Virginia R. Brown Reed; daughter, Rae-Jean Gordon; step-children, Dee Ann Cornwell, Dessie Hendrick, Danny and Mitchell Dickerson, and Ernest Haley; four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, 16 stepgrandchildren and numerous stepgreat-grandchildren. He was one of 15 siblings. Services were Dec. 18 at Branch Hill Baptist Church.
Ruby Highley
Ruby (nee Whitt) Highley, 78, of Jackson Township died Dec. 10. Survived by husband, Buck Highley; children, Barbara (Mike) Kaminski and Richard (Melba) Highley; siblings, Martha Bills, Wilma Mann and Homer Starr; grandchildren, Michael Kaminski, Laura Barlage, Elizabeth Highley and Ross Highley; great-grandchildren, Michael Barlage, Andrew and Natalie Kaminski. Services were Dec. 14 at the Monterey Christian Church, Monterey.
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Irene Cathleen Manning Rosemary M. Roettele
Irene Cathleen Manning, 89, of Milford died Dec. 10. Survived by child, Marilyn Miller; grandchildren, David Vandervort, Amy Miller, Emily Shannon, Jill Glover, Stephen, Jon and Tom Fruth Jr.; great-grandchildren, Johnny Glover, Taylor Shannon, Jennifer Salyer, Rachel and Keri Brown; great-great-grandchild, Jacob Brewer; siblings, Laura Ernst and Martha Rawlings; also survived by several cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Preceded in death by husband, Charles E. Manning; and children, Carolyn Vandervort and Joyce Fruth. Services were Dec. 15 at Milford Christian Church.
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Rosemary M. Roettele, 89, of Milford died Dec. 10. Survived by child, Catherine (Bruce) Shaffer of Anderson Township; and grandchildren, Nick, Alex and Megan Shaffer. Preceded in death by parents, Edward and Margaret Mary Roettele; and sister, Margaret Ann Roettele. Services were Dec. 15 at St Andrews Catholic Church, Milford. Memorials to: Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford, OH 45150.
Clarence W. Wallace
Clarence Wesley Wallace, 76, formerly of Milford died Dec. 10. Survived by wife, Emma Wallace; son and daughter-in-law, Gregory and Jamie Wallace; grandson, Jon Joseph Wallace; step-granddaughter, Brette Chaney; brother and sister-in-law, David and Georgette Wallace; sisters and brother-in-law, Imogene and Everett Adams, and Nancy Lee Wallace; and a host of friends. Services were Dec. 14 at Evans Funeral Home. Memorials to: Tidewell Hospice House, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238; or American Heart Association, 2936 Vernon Place, Cincinnati, OH 45219.
Melissa Ann Wilmes
Melissa Ann Wilmes, 40, of Milford died Dec. 11. Survived by husband, David Eugene Wilmes; children, Kyle and Zachary Wilmes; parents, Edward L. and the late Flaura Mathena Wilmes; siblings, Derek and Aaron Brewer and Stefani Stewart; and grandparents, Ann and the late Robert Mathena. Services were Dec. 16 at Evans Funeral Home.
Clermont County real estate transfer information is provided as a public service by the office of Clermont County Auditor Linda L. Fraley.
GOSHEN TOWNSHIP
2189 Anglewood Lane, Kathy KonradKnuckles to Aaron Garner, $90,000. 1707 Arundel Court, Glenn Austing Jr., et al. to LYDO Property Management LLC., 0.11 acre, $66,700. 900 Charles Snider Road, M/I Homes of Cincinnati LLC. to Brittany Bell, et al., 0.187 acre, $110,235. 912 Charles Snider Road, M/I Homes of Cincinnati LLC. to Edith Joyner, 0.089 acre, $116,335. 910 Charles Snider Road, M/I Homes of Cincinnati LLC. to Christopher Price, 0.0893 acre, $104,355. 5728 Clemens Drive, NVR Inc. to Joshua Schreffler & Michelle McMullen, 0.1226 acre, $141,422. 4394 Eastwood Drive No. 3114, Chris & Joan Hopkins to John & Lisa Shaw, 0.165 acre, $77,500. 7236 Edenton Pleasant Plain Road, Kenneth Allen Jr., et al. to Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp., 0.5730 acre, $73,334. Frey Road, Dennis Hultz to Carey & Valerie West, 0.18 acre, $1,500. Tract 12 Goshen Road, Marvin Custard, et al. to James & Donna Rosic, 5.2860 acre, $31,000. 1889 Main St., Bradley & Rebecca Stein to Edward & Lori Haerr, 0.186 acre, $40,000. 1711 Millbrook Lane, Federal National Mortgage Assoc. to Jane & Kenneth Poteet, 0.6560 acre, $291,500. 6518 Ohio 132, Michaelle Klute to Bank of America, National Assoc., 0.4590 acre, $56,667. 1917 Stumpy Lane, Jacob Byrd to Taylor, Bean & Whitaker Mortgage Corp., 0.6520 acre, $55,000. 1504 Woodland Drive, Darryl & Sheri Garris to James Grossnickle, $117,900. 5204 Woodtop Drive, John Siewert-
sen to Andrew Verslype, 0.325 acre, $148,000. 1973 Woodville Pike, Theresa Telford to Tiffany Meyers, 2.056 acre, $130,000.
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978 Apple Blossom Lane, Lois Schuerman to Shane Ferguson & Devin Ferguson, 0.2950 acre, $181,500. 5526 Betty Lane, Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. to Magnolia Family Limited Partnership, $70,000. 1027 Bridlepath Lane W., Quinn Edward, et al. to First Horizon Home Loans, $170,000. 5743 Crabapple Way, John Martin, et al. to Federal National Mortgage Assoc., $80,000. 5613 Day Drive, Dave Warner, et al. to US Bank, NA, $83,334. 1374 Emerson Lane, Timothy Nicodemus, et al. to Bank of America, NA, 1.377 acre, $60,000. 5908 Greywolf Court, Blake Shellman to April Keil, 0.423 acre, $163,500. 1134 Hayward Circle, White Farm Development LLC. to Fischer Single Family Homes II LLC., 0.8781 acre, $45,000. 1120 Hayward Circle, Fischer Single Family Homes II LLC. to Craig & Vicki Pearce, $236,885. 1144 Hayward Circle, Fischer Single Family Homes II LLC. to Kyle & Christina Smith, 0.2938 acre, $244,450. 1703 Leven Lane Unit 1703, Elner Adams, trustee to Jennifer Collins, $126,500. 5813 Lockwood Commons St. Unit 18, Edward Dean & Angela Gyarmati to Michael & John Ioannou, $79,000. 959 Long Lane, Steve Mueller, et al. to Chase Home Finance LLC., 0.3910 acre, $305,235.05. 5655 Mellie Ave., Charles Goolsby to KAB Property Investments Ltd., 0.482 acre, $200,000.
6688 Morgans Run, Thomas & Dianne Wygle to Robert & Viji Grant, 5.18 acre, $750,000. 6913 Ohio 48 S., Tae & Michele Chung to Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., $133,333.34. 6411 Pheasant Run, Dennis Lobes, et al. to Christopher & Katherine Grimm, 2.4300 acre, $304,000. 1532 Pointe Drive, Dixon Builders I LLC. to Ryan & Kerri Anderson, 0.501 acre, $197,790. 1217 Queenie Lane, Salvador Perez, et al. to HSBC Bank USA, NA, as trustee, $67,000. 1114 Sophia Drive, NVR Inc. to Brian & Phyllis Lucas, 0.3802 acre, $385,050. 905 Stone Court, Fischer Single Family Homes II LLC. to Robert & Deanna Jones, 0.3471 acre, $260,000. 5405 Timber Trail Place, Fischer Single Family Homes II LLC. to Justin Linville, $177,226. 1002 Traverse Creek Drive, Edwin & June Keller, trustees to Richard & Nora Murray, $158,000.
6319 Weber Woods Court, Western Homes Inc. to Richard & Bobbie Huffman, 0.4610 acre, $326,700. 5701 Whistling Wind Lane, James & Caroline Steiner to Bonnie & Paul Mitchell, 0.459 acre, $215,000. 5792 Willnean Drive, Randolph Taylor to Donald & Nicole Nickley, 0.8 acre, $162,500.
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7 Apple Lane, Jason Jordan, et al. to Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp., 0.201 acre, $70,000. 155 Cleveland Ave., James & Gretchen Hurt to Michael Wilcox, 0.24 acre, $200,000. 19 Elm Street, Nationstar Mortgage LLC. to James & Patricia Montag, 0.092 acre, $17,000. 28 Miami Lakes Drive, Beverly & Glenn Simons to Paul & Mary Pathe, $170,000. 1000 Seminole Trail, Joan Metz, et al. to HSBC Bank USA, NA, as trustee, $76,666.67.
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RAVENWOOD CASTLE: A MOST UNUSUAL GETAWAY Visit a “medieval castle” on a high hilltop on 115 secluded and forested acres of the most beautiful area of Southeast Ohiothe Hocking Hills! Owners Sue & Jim Maxwell are creating the most unusual guest experience of stepping back 800 years in a reconstruction of a “12th century Norman castle.” The Maxwells have traveled throughout England & Scotland & have always loved castles & the medieval era. Although the building is new, the couple has been collecting architectural antiques for several years. Each guest room or suite has a stained glass window, usually in the bedroom, a Victorian fireplace mantel with a gas log unit, antique light fixtures and some have beautiful old doors. The wood mouldings around the door & windows & the 5 stairways are inspired by centuries old motifs from Great Britain’s stately homes & castles. Most rooms also have a French door with a balcony, private deck overlooking the forest. There are also “medieval” themed cottages with fireplaces and whirlpools. Ravenwood has
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