SEE WHO OUR READERS CHOSE PAGE A8
Volume 92 Number 20 © 2009 The Community Press ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Last chance!
Be sure to vote for your favorite local businesses in the Readers’ Choice Awards Contest either online at community press.com or using the ballot on the back page of this section. Deadline for all entries is Tuesday, June 30.
Share your photos
Whether you’re headed to the beach or the mountains this summer, we want to publish your vacation photos. To get started, go to Cincinnati.com/Share and follow the steps there to send your photos to us. Be sure to identify everyone in the photo and what community they live in. Photos will appear on your community page and may even make it into your local newspaper, so start sharing!
Collection time
In the next few days your Community Press carrier will be stopping by to collect $2.50 for delivery of this month’s Northwest Press. Your carrier retains half of this amount as Schwegler payment for his or her work. If you wish to add a tip to reward the carrier’s good service, both the carrier and The Community Press appreciate your generosity. This month we’re featuring Mark Schwegler, a student at Colerain High School. Schwegler is in Boy Scouts and is a first counsler at his church. He enjoys baby-sitting his four young neices and watching old movies with family. He also loves to work on old cars. If you have questions about delivery, or if your child is interested in becoming part of our junior carrier program, please call 853-6263 or 8536277, or e-mail Sharon Schachleiter at sschachleiter@ communitypress.com.
Your Community newspaper serving Colerain Township, Green Township, Groesbeck, Monfort Heights, Pleasant Run, Seven Hills, White Oak E-mail: northwestpress@communitypress.com We d n e s d a y, J u n e 2 4 , 2 0 0 9
Web site: communitypress.com
B E C A U S E C O M M U N I T Y M AT T E R S
50¢
Celebration has patriotic theme By Marc Emral
memral@communitypress.com
Get ready for another patriotic celebration. And it’s about a week before the Fourth of July. Friendship Baptist Church will have its annual A Patriotic Celebration at Colerain Football Stadium at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 28. But the celebration starts with a noon parade from Colerain Senior Citizens Center over Yellowwood to Woodson and then on to the football stadium. The parade will include the Southwest Honor Guard, people in antique military uniforms, a Hummer with a missile launcher and bands. When the parade ends, the entries will be on display, along with the Coleraine Historical Society and veterans associations, at the football stadium until the celebration begins at 2 p.m. The celebration will include keynote speaker Allen Clark, a Silver Star and Purple Heart winner who is a double amputee and veteran of the Vietnam War. The Patriotic Celebration this year honors veterans of Vietnam. “This is a way to honor veterans in a larger way,” said Keith Wells, associate pastor of
communications at the church. Other highlights of the celebration at the football stadium area: • patriotic music, • a fly-over by an old Air Force plane, • a special honor for Vietnam veterans, and • a gift for all veterans in attendance Clark is a 1963 West Point graduate who served in Vietnam as a military intelligence officer involved in undercover intelligence operations against Cambodia assigned to the Fifth Special Forces Group, the Green Berets. On June 17, 1967, he was severely wounded in a mortar attack at Dak To Special Forces camp in the Central Highlands of South Vietnam and required 15 months of hospitalization for treatment after amputation of both his legs below his knees. He was awarded the Silver Star for Gallantry in Action, a Purple Heart, Bronze Star, Air Medal and Combat Infantryman's Badge. Wells said this is the 25th year the church has had its Patriotic Celebration. He’s been working on it for 15 years. Last year it drew 3,500 and he’s hoping for more. “We had about 200 volunteers from the church and community,” Wells said. “It’s a church-wide activity.”
FILE PHOTO
Associate Pastor Keith Wells is planning the Friendship Baptist Church’s Patriotic Celebration.
Cameras may help during rush hour By Katie Hull khull@communitypress.com
Drivers will have an ally on their way into work – new cameras and dynamic message signs along Interstate 74. The ARTIMIS traffic system began expanding coverage in July 2008. Nine new cameras are being installed along Interstate 74, between Montana Avenue and Rybolt/Harrison Avenue exits. Before this expansion, the ARTIMIS cameras did not monitor traffic west of Montana Avenue. “We have 125 cameras all over the city, and we did not have any coverage on I-74, so we wanted to expand out to the west,” said Jon Milesky, ARTIMIS project program manager. With the cameras, three dynamic message signs also will be installed, which will be similar to the one at Montana Avenue on I-74, said Milesky.
“We have 125 cameras all over the city, and we did not have any coverage on I-74, so we wanted to expand out to the west.” Jon Milesky ARTIMIS project program manager. The signs provide messages about traffic updates and emergency notices. The messages, which are brief to avoid distraction, appear when drivers need to be informed of significant accidents, construction or heavy congestion. The cameras and dynamic message signs will help ARTIMIS monitor traffic so they can divert drivers to alternate routes. Expanding the system will benefit drivers coming from Harrison and Lawrenceburg, Ind. For example, the system can notify those drivers and divert them elsewhere before they hit
heavy traffic on Interstate 275 by Miamitown, said Milesky. “So we just felt like we were going to get a good bang for our buck because of so many different routes we can divert people around,” he said. Two additional ARTIMIS cameras will be installed on I-275 and I-74 near Lawrenceburg and Harrison. One will be near U.S. Route 50 in Indiana, a constant problem area because of the bridge closings over the Ohio River, said Milesky. Although the timeline is not definite, Milesky said they are hoping to have the project completed in November. This is a separate project than the ramp meters – traffic signals at the end of the North Bend Road, Montana Avenue and Colerain/Beekman Street entrances onto I-74. The meters hope to control traffic onto the interstate during rush hour. ODOT said those meters should be on soon.
Pleasant Run church offers farmers market By Heidi Fallon hfallon@communitypress.com
Hunt for clue
This week’s Scavenger Hunt clus is on A2. The answers to last week’s hunt is on B5.
HEIDI FALLON/STAFF
To place an ad, call 242-4000.
PRESS
Harv Roehling and Elda Cofield, Colerain Township, discuss the variety of onions he had for sale.
A new farmers market offers an array of locally grown fresh fruits, veggies and flowers at the Pleasant Run Presbyterian Church, 11565 Pippin Road. Harv Roehling, church trustee and one of the organizers of the market, brings produce from his Oxford farm. “The market is a mission project for our church,” he said. “It’s a way to bring good food to the community.”
The market is open from 3:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. every Wednesday through October. The church receives no money from market proceeds. “The farmers are the only ones making the money,” he said. The market is open from 3:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. every Wednesday through October.
FalhaberNissanDelivers
The Best Incentives of the Year! 2009 Nissan ALTIMA 2.5 S
Your Choice
199
$
2009 Nissan ROGUE S AWD
PER MONTH LEASE*
For 39 Mos. with $2,775 Down Payment
#05719 Stock #N7312/N7298 #77419 Stock #N7505/N7528 *Excludes first payment, sales tax, title, license, and doc. fees. 12,000 miles per year. 15¢ per mile overage. Excludes $595 acquisition fee on Altima. $0 security deposit. NMAC lease cash on Rogue included. Based on credit approval from NMAC to qualified buyers. Expires 6/26/09.
8680 Colerain Ave
513-385-1400
www.falhabernissan.com
Northwest Press
News
June 24, 2009
Junior carriers in business for themselves
Have a seat
Do you know where this might be? It’s somewhere in the Northwest Press community, but where? Send your best guess to northwestpress @communitypress.com or call 8536287, along with your name. Deadline to call is 3 p.m. Friday. If you’re correct, we’ll publish your name in next week’s newspaper along with the correct answer. See who guessed last week’s hunt correctly on B5. JENNIE KEY/STAFF
Clippard Y expands preschool program activities will be focused on fostering creativity, selfesteem, cooperation and independence. Desatnik says the Clippard Family YMCA’s preschool can offer weekly swim lessons, exercise in the gymnasium, technology-based equipment, and daily interaction with seniors. Enrollment for the daylong program is already under way. has already begun. To register a child or learn more, the public can call the Clippard Family YMCA at 923-4466. Desatnik said Hamilton County vouchers will be accepted.
When the summer draws to an end more kids will have an enriching environment to spend their days together. That’s because the Clippard Family YMCA is stepping up its commitment to helping all children lead abundantly healthy lives by expanding its inclusive preschool to a full day. The Clippard Family YMCA will 60 kids daily from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Spokeswoman Lisa Desatnik says the program offers a continued emphasis on character values and early learning content standards, kindergarten readiness
By Jordan Kellogg jkellogg@communitpress.com
Nick Seiler gets a little slice of independence every Wednesday when he delivers the Western Hills Press to his neighbors. Seiler, 15, has been a junior newspaper carrier for The Community Press for two years. “It’s one of the bigger parts that I like about it because I can earn my own money,” he said. Seiler is one of about 890 junior carriers who deliver The Community Press newspapers to residents of the west side of Cincinnati every week. There are also 1,560 junior carriers who deliver Community Press and Community Recorder newspapers to residents of the east side of Hamilton County and Northern Kentucky. The
JORDAN KELLOGG/STAFF
Nick Seiler delivers the Western Hills Press in his neighborhood. He said he enjoys being outside and meeting his neighbors. Community Press and Recorder is currently recruiting carriers for the program. “Junior carriers are vital to the success of our news-
papers,” said Circulation Manager Sharon Schachleiter. “The newspaper represents the combined effort of many people and thousands of dollars to produce, but none of that matters until the carrier has delivered it to the customer.” Each week, the carriers receive stacks of papers that they’re responsible for stuffing into bags. They then hit the streets in their communities to deliver the bundles. Once a month, carriers ask their customers for $2.50 for the service they’ve received. Carriers earn 50 percent of the collections, as well as tips, and are eligible for bonus points based on how many collections they achieve over their goal. The bonus points are redeemed for gift certificates to local stores and attractions like Kings Island and The
Beach. “Junior carriers are in business for themselves, a business where dozens of people rely on them to get out important information from their communities” said Schachleiter. “Carriers learn some valuable business skills that help them gain experience for their future such as responsibility, public relation skills, salesmanship, dependability, and money management.” For Seiler, who picked up the route from his older brother, it’s also about getting out and meeting people. “You get to be outside, walk around a bit meeting people, your neighbors, getting to know them better,” he said. “It’s fun.” For more information about the program, call 853-6277.
Greek festival offers weekend of tasty fun By Heidi Fallon hfallon@communitypress.com
Get a taste of the Greek culture at the 35th annual Panegyri Festival June 26-
28 at the Holy Trinity-St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 7000 Winton Road. The festival has new hours this year from 5-11 p.m. Friday, June 26; 3-11 p.m. Saturday, June 27; and 1-8 p.m. Sunday, June 28. Admission is $2 per person and children ages 5 and younger are free. There also is free parking and shuttle service from St. Xavier High School, 600 North Bend Road. Shuttle service is available beginning at 5:30
p.m. on Friday with continuous service during festival hours. “Experiencing the culture of Greece is one of the biggest things for me at our festival,” said Melanie McNulty, a festival volunteer. “With the food, especially our pastries, the Greek wines and dancing, it gives people a feeling of being in Greece. Plus, since I grew up in Finneytown, I see the same people year after year, who never miss the festival and the food.” She said folks can enjoy
Your Community newspaper serving Colerain Township, Green Township, Groesbeck, Monfort Heights, Pleasant Run, Seven Hills, White Oak
PRESS
Find news and information from your community on the Web Colerain – cincinnati.com/coleraintownship Hamilton County – cincinnati.com/hamiltoncounty News Jennie Key | Community Editor . . . . . . . . 853-6272 | jkey@communitypress.com Heidi Fallon | Reporter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 853-6265 | hfallon@communitypress.com Kurt Backscheider | Reporter . . . . . . . . . 853-6260 | kbackscheider@communitypress.com Melanie Laughman | Sports Editor . . . . . . 248-7118 | mlaughman@communitypress.com Tony Meale | Sports Reporter . . . . . . . . . . 853-6271 | tmeale@communitypress.com Advertising Doug Hubbuch | Territory Sales Manager. 853-6270 | dhubbuch@communitypress.com Sue Gripshover Account Relationship Specialist. . . . . . . . . 853-6267 | sgripshover@communitypress.com Linda Buschmann Account Relationship Specialist. . . . . . . . . 768-8276 | lbuschmann@communitypress.com Delivery For customer service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 853-6263 | 853-6277 Sharon Schachleiter | Circulation Manager. 853-6279 | schachleiter@communitypress.com Mary Jo Schablein | District Manager . . . 853-6278 | mschable@communitypress.com Classified To place a Classified ad . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242-4000 | www.communityclassified.com To place an ad in Community Classified, call 242-4000.
a gyro or honey coated baklava while watching traditional Greek dancing and listening to bouzouki music. The menu also includes souvlaki, which is cuts of pork tenderloin grilled on an open fire, Greek chicken, lamb and mousaka, which is a traditional favorite of layered potatoes, eggplant, sautéed beef topped with a béchamel sauce. The dance performances begin at 6 p.m. on Friday, 3:30 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Two dance groups, the Spartans and the Hellenic dancers, will teach festivalgoers the wedding dance following the scheduled dance performances. There also will be games and raffles with grand prizes of $3,500 or a trip to Greece, and a new Pontiac Solstice or Harley-Davidson Road King or $25,000 in cash. For more information call 591-0030.
Index
Calendar ......................................B2 Classifieds.....................................C Deaths .........................................B7 Father Lou ...................................B3 Police...........................................B7 Schools........................................A6 Sports ..........................................A8 Viewpoints ..................................A9
OVER 100 CHANNELS
All-Digital Satellite Channels including our most popular channels ESPN, TBS, TNT, Discovery, CNN, Food Network, & more!
JOIN THE MOMVERSATION.
OVER 50 HD CHANNELS
Created for and by moms, MomsLikeMe.com is where moms who live near you hang out - and let it all out. New moms. Working moms. Stay-at-home moms. Where you can share stories, swap advice, make friends and even make plans to meet up live.
For the first six months
FREE DVR OR HD DVR Receiver upgrade
FREE INSTALLATION
Best HD-DVR Available -cnet.com review 2/19/08
For up to four rooms.
FREE
&
For the first three months Certain restrictions may apply. Promotional price available for 6 Mo’s. Call for details. i-Dish, an Authorized Dish Retailer. Offer ends July 31, 2009
CALL TODAY
LIMITED TIME OFFER!
1-513-729-7894
0000340177
A2
where Cincy moms meet An affiliate of the Cincinnati.Com network.
Northwest Press
A3
0000341266
June 24, 2009
A4
Northwest Press
News
June 24, 2009
‘Survivor’ trek ends for ‘nice’ guy Cincinnati News Service A Colerain Township man who walked more than 2,200 miles to Los Angeles to deliver his audition tape for the next season of CBS reality show “Survivor” was told by producers last week that he was “too nice.” “I’m the guy that walked across America and had my dreams killed,” said Greg Insco, 26. “The producer said I would get eaten alive, I said ‘By who? Ronald McDonald?’ If being too nice doesn’t get you on a TV show, that’s crooked isn’t
it? Should I just be a jerk?” While heartbroken over what producers told him, Insco kept his spirit, saying he might do the walk again for a later season - in half the time. “I’m working on a Plan B,” he said. “I’m not just going to lay down and give up. I gave up everything in my life for this.” Insco said he wants to invite producers to Cincinnati, take them to Skyline Chili and have them walk through the streets, where residents will return a greeting or wave.
YOUNG DRIVER ON YOUR POLICY? Surprised how high your rates are?
Call me at 741-8997 for a quote today!
keith@brodbeckporter.com
1080 Nimitzview Dr. Suite 102 Cincinnati, OH 45230
0000339136
Keith Porter
If you have a young driver and haven t checked around, you may be paying way too much for auto insurance. As an independent insurance agent, I have the products of several outstanding insurance companies to choose from with some of the best young driver rates available including Grange Insurance. What I offer is the best possible coverage at the lowest possible price.
“I’ve walked through miles here where even the homeless won’t say hi back to me,” he said. “I just saw 30 Bentleys drive by but people here have forgotten what reality is. People die and are poor and don’t get everything they want.” The life he is returning to, Insco said, is more reality than the producers will ever understand. When the real estate agent returns to Cincinnati, he will be greeted by about $70,000 in credit card debt, foreclosed property and a repossessed car. “It’s bad enough that they just shot down my dreams,” he said. “I tried to give everything in my life humanly possible to make this a reality.” Numerous followers had offered to purchase him a plane ticket for his trip
PROVIDED
FILE PHOTO
Greg Insco packs some last minute items before he sets out on his own “Survivor” trek to California to call attention to his bid to appear on the popular reality show. home but he would rather see the money go to the Megan Gore Scholarship Fund. Gore is Insco’s friend
Greg Insco, 26, has made it to his destination of Los Angeles, Calif. after walking more than 2,200 miles from Colerain Township. Insco began his journey April 1 on a quest to deliver an audition tape for the reality show “Survivor.” On June 15, he met with the show’s producers for an interview. who died in 2006 of a sudden brain aneurysm at the age of 19. His trip has, in large part, been in her honor. “I’ll just keep smiling. I honored my friend Megan
and no one could ever take this experience from me,” he said. “I failed miserably but I gave it my all. People fail all the time but it’s OK as long as you try to your hardest and I truly did.
Vets can get free tuition at Mount The College of Mount St. Joseph will participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program, a provision of the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008. Beginning Aug. 1, military veterans may be eligible to attend the Mount for free. The Yellow Ribbon Program allows the higher edu-
Allen Clark, an American Hero Webster s Dictionary defines a hero as a man admired for his achievements and noble qualities or one that shows great courage.”Both definitions are descriptive of West Point graduate and Vietnam veteran Allen Clark. Former President Ronald Regan said, “There are a host of heroes to whom this country owes a debt it can never repay. Allen Clark lost both of his legs while serving his country in Vietnam. While he came home, his body was broken, but his spirit never faltered….. He’s an inspiration to all who know him.” The Bible records a list of heroes of the faith in Hebrews 11. It would serve us well to evaluate who it is that we hold in high esteem and then train our children to identify what the makings of a true hero are. I consider Allen Clark to be a hero for a number of reasons. Most importantly, the cause to which he dedicates his life is more than a sport or political ambition it was and is the cause of freedom. Not only did he enlist in the Army, he volunteered to serve in one of the most dangerous and difficult wars ever! Vietnam! We all voluntarily serve someone or something but how rare for an individual to risk so much for the freedom of others! This reminds me of our Savior Jesus Christ who voluntarily left his home in heaven and came to earth to die for us that we might receive freedom from sin and the gift of eternal life. Philippians 2:8, “And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. Allen Clark also is a hero because adversity did not defeat him. In his book Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior, Mr. Clark openly shares the battles he faced within himself during his recovery and how he found faith in Christ allowing him to gain victory over his hardship. Heroes are not made while traveling a road of ease. Heroes are men and women with faith, courage and fortitude that motivate them to press on when others may be tempted to quit and give up. Don t miss your opportunity to hear this American Hero on June 28 at Colerain Football Stadium. There will be a parade honoring all veterans beginning Sunday June 28 at noon from the Colerain Township Senior Citizen Center on Springdale Road concluding at the Colerain Football Stadium. Allen Clark will be speaking at the 2:00 pm service which will also honor all veterans with special recognition for all Vietnam veterans. Call 741-7017 or visit www.PATRIOTICCELEBRATION.com for more information.
Please come to help us honor these heroes on June 28th! Sunday School . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00AM Sunday Morning . . . . . . 8:45 & 11:00AM Sunday Evening . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30PM Wednesday Bible Study . . . . . . . . 7:00PM Teen SWAT (Wed) . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00PM Awana (Wed) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00PM Visit us on the web at
www.cfriendshipbc.com
Gary Jackson Pastor
cational institutions to offer veterans the opportunity to obtain a degree at a greatly reduced cost. An institution provides contributions in partnership with the Veteran’s Administration to reduce veteran’s costs. In some cases this will allow veterans to attend college for free. The original GI Bill in 1944 was the gateway for veteran’s upward mobility in society. The Yellow Ribbon Program was modeled on the original bill, offering increased access to private higher education. Veterans who choose to attend the Mount as part of
the Yellow Ribbon Program will not pay tuition or fees for undergraduate or master’s degree programs. The cost will be covered by the Veterans Administration in partnership with the Mount. For this first year of the program, the College has not put a limit on the number of students that will be accepted, however, some graduate programs have limited capacity. An eligible veteran may also choose to assign these benefits to his or her spouse or dependent offspring. “We are very excited about the college’s acceptance into the Yellow Ribbon
Program,” said Tony Aretz, president of the College of Mount St. Joseph who is a veteran of the United States Air Force. “The Mount is an institution of exceptional character, a place where veterans will feel welcome and encouraged to share their leadership skills to enrich the campus community. It is a pleasure to offer our services to the men and women who have served our country.” To learn more about the Yellow Ribbon Program at the Mount, visit the Web site at www.msj.edu/veterans, or call the Office of Admission at 244-4538.
FFREE R E E SUMMER SUMMER CONCERTS C O N C E RT S at a t Kuliga K u l i g a PPark! ark!
6717 Bridgetown Road Presented by Green Township Trustees David Linnenberg, Tony Upton, Tracy Winkler & and Fiscal Officer Tom Straus
GREAT G R E AT FAMILY FA M I LY E ENTERTAINMENT! N T E R TA I N M E N T ! 2009 Concert Series Presented By:
BRING YOUR LAWN CHAIRS AND BLANKETS
ENJOY A FAMILY EVENING IN THE PARK!
Dent
RAIN OR SHINE
FRIDAY, JULY 3
7:00 AT Kuliga Park
FIREWORKS CELEBRATION & CONCERT ROBIN LACY & SAFFIRE EXPRESS PARKING AT: Kuliga Park-permit only Oak Hills, Faith Fellowship Church, Visitation & Dulles
Adult Beverages will be available at all concerts
(Shuttle Service from Oak Hills, Dulles and Visitation)
VFW Post #10380 will sell beer at the July 3rd concert.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 7:00 AT Kuliga Park
The RUSTY GRISWOLDS & SULLIVAN & JANSZEN PARKING AT Kuliga Park, Faith Fellowship Church and Dulles (Shuttle Service from Dulles)
Please do not bring alcoholic beverages to the park.
PLENTY OF FOOD AND DRINKS WILL BE AVAILABLE We Wish To Thank These Additional Sponsors: SPECIAL THANK YOU FOR PARKING: Faith Fellowship Church John Foster Dulles • Oak Hills High School Visitation
P.A.R.C.
DENT
Kiwanis Club of White Oak - Monfort Heights
Green Township Self Storage Green Township Green Township Professional Firefighters Part-Time Firefighters
JMA
Consultants, Inc.
Additional Sponsors: Glenway Chevrolet; Blue Chip Plumbing; Hyle & Mecklenborg Co., LPA; Barrett Paving Materials, Inc.; Cycle Specialties Motorsports; Dental Care Plus; Frey Electric; Geiler Company; Glenway Animal Hospital; Huesman-Schmid Insurance Agency; J & M Towing; Murphy Insurance; Rumpke; Streibig & Haarmeyer Concrete;Taft, Stettinius & Hollister, LLP;TEC Engineering, Inc.;Tom Lustenberger Repairs; USI Midwest; Wardway Fuels, Inc.; Western Benchmark, LLC, VFW Post 10380; Margaret Thomas; Bounce with Me, LLC, Oak Hills Kiwanis
News
June 24, 2009
Northwest Press
A5
Colerain Township police department promotes four JENNIE KEY/STAFF
Colerain Police Chief Dan Meloy swore in two lieutenants and two sergeants at the May 26 board of trustees meeting. From left are Meloy, Sgt. Joe Redmond, Sgt. Michael Owens, Lt. Angela Meyer and Lt. Mark Denney. the second shift sergeant and completed his bachelor’s degree and began the work to attain his master’s degree. He and his wife Jennifer have three children. Meyer also grew up in Colerain Township and graduated from Colerain High School 1982. She began her law enforcement career as a special deputy for the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office in 1985. She was hired by former chief Edmund Phillips in 1988 and was promoted to sergeant in 1992. Meyer
served as a squad sergeant, community policing sergeant, coordinator for the Citizens Police Academy, teaches DARE in three of township elementary schools and served as the interim patrol commander since March of 2008. Angela is married to Colerain Police Officer Mark Meyer, they have five children. Owens grew up in Delhi Township, graduating from Oak Hills High School in 1997. He loved policing from an early age, and was
a police explorer in Delhi before being hired by Phillips in 2000. Owens served as a patrol officer, bike team member and member of the 2005 police department accreditation team. He has served as the shift officer in charge for two of the department’s patrol shifts more than one year and is also the department’s self-defense instructor. Redmond grew up in West Chester and graduated from Lakota High School in 1993. After high school, he served in the U.S. Marine Corps for four years. He was hired by the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office in 1998 and served for one year in the corrections division. Redmond attended Great Oaks Police Academy and graduated in 2001. He
was hired by Phillips and served the past eight years as a patrol officer and member of bike team. Redmond
also is a member of the honor guard and the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Special Response Team.
J’s ’s M MULCH J ULCH
BULK MULCH • Dark Hardwood Bark mulch
0000342953
Colerain Township Police Chief Dan Meloy swore in lieutenants Mark Denney and Angela Meyer and sergeants Mike Owens and Joe Redmond at the May 26 board meeting. The officers’ families and colleagues from the police department were in attendance. Denney grew up in Colerain Township and graduated from Colerain High School in 1989. He began his law enforcement career as a police officer in Cheviot. He attained the rank of sergeant at the Cheviot Police Department. Denney decided he wanted to work for his “hometown” police department and was hired by former chief Steven Sarver in 2004. He was promoted to sergeant in Colerain Township in January 2007. Denney was assigned as
$15.96/scoop (2/3rd yds) plus tax Top Soil • Playground Chips Landscape Boulders • Sand • Gravels • Limestone Pine Straw & Cedar • Dyed Red & Black Delivery WEST 7 Days
5867 Filview Cr. (Across Showcase Cinema)
574-8049
A Week
Proposed Hampton Inn pending vote dows face the windows in their complex. Many signed a petition opposing it. The Regional Planning
Commission, Rural Zoning Commission and Green Township Trustees have already approved the hotel request.
0000342264
Customized insurance to fit your bike!
DIFFERENT BY
Tom Lauber
Bob Will
Lauber & Will Insurance can provide superior coverage at a great price with a policy from Progressive Insurance.
7012 Harrison Ave., Suite 5, Cincinnati, OH 513-661-8300 www.lauberandwill.com 0000339984
Cincinnati News Service A new Hampton Inn may be coming to the 5400 block of Rybolt Road in Green Township. The project is contingent on Hamilton County Commissioners' approval of a zoning modification that will allow the building to be taller and larger than now allowed. The vote is scheduled July 1. If approved, this would be the second new hotel built in that area this year. The Holiday Inn Express – formerly the Imperial House hotel – recently opened at 5505 Rybolt Road. The hotels are among several new projects to pop up in the area around Rybolt Road and Harrison Road in the past few years. The realignment of Rybolt Road to ease congestion is also opening up more space for development. The 86-room, five-story, 57,308 square-foot Hampton Inn would be built on 2.07 acres on the west side of Rybolt Road between Ruwes Oak Drive and Jennifer Lynn Drive. The area is just south of Interstate 74. Three homes on the site would be demolished. Several residents of a neighboring condominium complex spoke against the zoning issue at a public hearing Wednesday. They think the hotel is too close to their homes and its win-
LIFE HAS ITS MOMENTS...
Our physical rehabilitation rehabilitation facility, facility, that is. Join us for an Open House to celebrate Mt. Airy’s renovations, including an internet café and fresh new design.
Thursday, June 25, 2009 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Tours • Refreshments Heartland of Mt. Airy 2250 Banning Road Cincinnati, OH 45239
513-591-0400
www.heartlandnursing.com/mtairy
. . . M A K E T H E M U N F O R G E T TA B L E
Kenwood Towne Centre Tri-County Mall Florence Mall Northgate Mall Eastgate Mall U.S. Pat. No. 7,007,507 • Copyright • All rights reserved • PANDORA-JEWELRY.com
0000341593
Design your unforgettable moments with PANDORA's charms, rings, necklaces, and earrings in sterling silver and 14K gold. Prices starting at $25.00.
A6
Northwest Press
News
June 24, 2009
Tropical plants perfect for dressing up deck, patio If you’re looking for those perfect plants to grow on the patio or deck that
will take the hot heat from a full sunny area, then I think I’ve got a great suggestion
REAL ESTATE THIS WEEK By Mark Schupp
OPTIONS THAT UPGRADE YOUR INVESTMENT Buying a house that is under construction gives you the opportunity to customize your new home by adding “extra” features to the basic home. When deciding on special features, consider how they will affect the re-sale value of the home and whether these additions will over-improve your home. Money spent to improve and modernize kitchens and bathrooms is almost always a good investment. Corian countertops, side-by-side refrigerators, quality flooring and whirlpool tubs are good ideas. Hardwood floors in the living and dining rooms are a plus when selling a home. If the builder’s standard flooring for the foyer is linoleum, it is definitely worth upgrading to wood or ceramic. And even if you don’t enjoy sitting around a roaring fireplace, the next owner may want one. If you plan to finish the basement later, you may want to “rough-in” the plumbing for a bath during the original construction. You should consider your own enjoyment—and what will increase the value of your home when you sell. Mark Schupp has been a Real Estate Agent for the past 28 years and is a Certified Residential Specialist. He has won many awards including the Top Unit Producer for 1999 and 2000 (last year awarded) in the Cincinnati Board of Realtors and Top 1% Residential Real Estate Agent in the Nation. For professional advice on all aspects of buying or selling real estate, contact Mark Schupp at Star One Realtors. Please call me at 385-0900 (office) or 385-0035 (home) or visit my website: www.markschupp.com.
for you. Think tropical! Now if you’re just looking for great foliage, consider tropical plants like crotons, ensete, and banana trees. Great foliage, they love to grow in containers, and they love the sun and the heat. And yes, these will definitely give you a great tropical look. If you’re looking for foliage and flowers, take a look at these plants, which I think also happen to be one of your best bangs for the buck for all summer flowers. In the vining category, for growing on a fence, trellis or arbor, look at confederate star or Madison star jasmine. Now these aren’t true jasmine, but produce jasmine-like fragrant flowers all summer long. They have dark green glossy foliage, can be an aggressive vine, anxd truly add color and fragrance wherever it’s grown. Also in the vining category, consider the mandevillas. Mostly available in pinks and reds, these aggressive vining tropicals will quickly cover any trellis, fence or arbor with
beautiful foliage, and produce wonderful tubular pink and or red flowers all s u m m e r Ron Wilson long. Looking In the for a bush or garden tree look on the patio? Well, keep in mind those wonderful tropical hibiscus. Again, easy to grow, they love the sun, have wonderful dark glossy foliage, and you just can’t beat those huge colorful flowers that tropical hibiscus will give to your patio, all summer long. They come in a wide range of colors, singles and doubles, and guess what? Their flowers are highly edible. So if you have a sunny, hot patio or deck, think “tropicals” for great summer colors. Talk to you next time, in the garden! Ron Wilson is marketing manager for Natorp’s Inc. Garden Stores and is the garden expert for 55KRC-AM and Local 12. Reach him at columns@communitypress.com.
JENNIE KEY/STAFF
Happy birthday
Colerain Township salutes former township trustee Ralph Sandoz, who celebrates his 90th birthday June 24. Sandoz served Colerain Township as a trustee from 1990-1994. The board approved a resolution declaring Wednesday, June 24, 2009, as Ralph Sandoz Day in Colerain Township. The board also presented him with a plaque in honor of his service to the community and his country. From left are Colerain Township Board of Trustee President Jeff Ritter, Betty Sandoz, Ralph Sandoz, and Colerain Township trustees Joseph Wolterman and Bernie Fiedeldey.
Excellence event honors teachers
Two local teachers are among 20 educators recently recognized at the third annual Celebrate Excellence breakfast. Ken Berry, a special education teacher and department coordinator for the Mount Healthy School District, and Kristen Kauffman, a French teacher at Colerain Middle School, were honored by the Hamilton County
The Mercy Circle of Caring ®
At Mercy, It’s the "Little Things" During a recent resident council meeting a resident exclaimed she had a craving for peppermint ice cream! Sandy, the Activity Assistant, searched numerous grocery stores to no avail. After several attempts, Sandy finally struck gold. Not only did one of our valued residents enjoy this seasonal treat, Sandy purchased enough for the entire resident population. At Mercy communities we take care of the "little things". Including peppermint ice cream runs. The expert care you need. The personal attention you deserve. It's all a part of the Mercy Circle of Caring.
Mercy Franciscan at Schroder 1302 Millville Avenue Hamilton, OH 45013 (513) 867-4100
Mercy Franciscan at West Park 2950 West Park Drive Cincinnati, OH 45238 (513) 451-8900
Mercy Franciscan Terrace 100 Compton Road Cincinnati, OH 45215 (513) 761-9036
Mercy St. Theresa 7010 Rowan Hill Drive Cincinnati, OH 45227 (513) 271-7010
StoneBridge at Winton Woods 10290 Mill Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45231 (513) 825-0460
Mercy Community at Winton Woods 10290 Mill Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45231 (513) 825-9300 EQUAL HOUSING
OPPORTUNITY
0000342947
e-mercy.com
Educational Service Center. The Hamilton County Education Foundation was established in 2006 by the Hamilton County Educational Service Center to provide scholarships to students majoring in a special education-related field and recognize the work of local public education professionals at the annual Celebrate Excellence event. As the non-profit fundraising arm of the HCESC, the foundation is providing scholarships to teachers who are returning to school for their masters in special education. The first scholarship, established with the University of Cincinnati, was presented last year to a music teacher at Roger Bacon High School who plans to work with students as a music therapist. This year, the first scholarship to Xavier University will be awarded in addition to a second scholarship to UC. “The establishment of the Hamilton County Education Foundation allows HCESC to add a new sustainable dimension to its services,” said Karen Muse, foundation president. “By annually celebrating the accomplishments of local educators and providing more scholarships for others in the field to further their education, we hope we’re creating incentives for teachers and administrators to stay here and serve the children of Hamilton County.” “Celebrate Excellence provides a unique opportunity to bring school, university, business, and civic leaders together to pay tribute to an impressive group of outstanding local educational leaders from across the county,” said Dave Distel, HCESC superintendent. Each district submits their certificated educator of the year, which this year includes 16 teachers, two special education administrators, a music director and a principal. The 2009 recipient of the Hamilton County Education Foundation/University of Cincinnati scholarship is Leslie Lessig, a teacher at Lincoln Heights Elementary School. The Hamilton County Education Foundation/Xavier University scholarship recipient is Preston Clark, a special education aide at Norwood High School. “These scholarships are directly addressing the national shortage of special education teachers and since HCESC is one of the largest employers of Special Education personnel in Southwest Ohio, we are in a sense growing our own,” said Muse.
SCHOOLS
June 24, 2009
ACHIEVEMENTS
Editor Jennie Key | jkey@communitypress.com | 853-6272
|
NEWS
|
ACTIVITIES
|
HONORS
Northwest Press
Your Community newspaper serving Colerain Township, Green Township, Groesbeck, Monfort Heights, Pleasant Run, Seven Hills, White Oak
communitypress.com E-mail: northwestp
@community
PRESS
Civil War Day
Members of the Confederate States Marine Corps and the 5th Ohio Light Artillery recently visited fourth-graders Jane Hoop Elementary, Mount Healthy City Schools, for a day devoted to the Civil War. A number of stations were set up for the students to visit. Pictured are Tyree Roberson, Orion Kelly, Destani Crews, Jamaica Smith, Allison Goodson and Maliyah Brooks listening to Tom Porter of the 5th Ohio Light Artillery describe the weapons soldiers carried.
PROVIDED. SEND PHOTOS TO: MEMRAL@COMMUNITYPRESS.COM.
Jim O’Moore of the Confederate States Marine Corps demonstrated how soldiers were bandaged when wounded and the medicines and tools used to treat them. He also spoke of the medical challenges presented during battle to 19th century soldiers. Pictured are students Chris Shimkowiak, Alexis Knippenberg, Cayley Ward, Kanyah Delany, Doneisha Shackelford and Morgan Doughman.
Rod Grubb of the 5th Ohio Light Artillery told students stories about camp life and flags flown during the Civil War. He went on to explain about the role Cincinnati played during that time and how soldiers eat, sleep and wore. Pictured are Teko’a Winbush, Elisha Hampton, Jackson Baumer, Bryan Cook, Khairi Baxter, Tyler Shaffer and Elijah Johnson.
The visitors fired a cannon at Mount Healthy City Park.
Shirley Stewart of the Confederate States Marine Corps brought toys that were made by parents with available materials at the time during the Civil War. Pictured are students Xavier Younger, Chase Chimkowiak, Zipporah Isaeal, Mya Chapman, Brienda Stewart, Colleen Pratt and Sidnei Gibson.
Bob Chaney of the 5th Ohio Light Artillery showed students a display of small arms and muskets, explaining the progression of technology. Pictured from left are students Bryan Cook, Jackson Baumer, Williams, Khairi Baxter, Teko’a Winbush and Elisha Hampton.
With a bayonet in hand, Rich Horn puts students through several infantry drills to teach them about marching. Students marched with hockey sticks to get a feel for an infantry soldier’s life. Pictured from left are students Chantelle Thomas, Diamon Smith, Elizabeth Wilkins, Keren Starrett, Robin White, Nehimiah Ballard, Jamai Sims, Mamadou Diallo and John-Allen Phillips.
A7
SPORTS A8
Northwest Press
June 24, 2009
| Editor Melanie Laughman | mlaughman@communitypress.com | 248-7118 HIGH
SCHOOL
YOUTH
|
Your Community newspaper serving Colerain Township, Green Township, Groesbeck, Monfort Heights, Pleasant Run, Seven Hills, White Oak
RECREATIONAL
communitypress.com E-mail: northwestp
@community
PRESS
McKee set to go out on top By Tony Meale
Also on the ballot:
tmeale@communitypress.com
Even when she was a freshman, people knew. That’s when Heather McKee was voted team captain of the Northwest High School girls golf team. “The older girls saw her determination,” head coach Bob Goodrich said. “They knew there wasn’t anybody who would work as hard.” They were right. McKee earned first-team all-league honors as a freshman and has every year since. “She did that with grace and hasn’t backed off one bit,” Goodrich said. In fact, McKee, who will be a senior, hasn’t backed off in anything; she has been named Northwest Press Sportswoman of the Year as part of 26 Community Press winners among 13 ballots. Athletes were nominated online, and the winners were determined by online voting. More than 89,000 total votes were cast. “Heather is a good athlete and a good student,” Northwest athletic director Brian Vanover said. “She makes good choices. She’s a great example in light of the other examples we get nowadays in athletics.” As an athlete, McKee is one of the top golfers in the area. She has been a medalist in 35 high school matches and led her league in scoring average each of the last two
Heather McKee’s Favorites
Jessica Cobb, Colerain, volleyball, softball and track Lisa Hoepf, Mt Healthy, volleyball and bowling Lauren Meister, McAuley, volleyball Emily Schwaeble Colerain, softball seasons. During her junior year, she was named FAVCScarlet Golfer of the Year and became the first golfer in school history to qualify for districts. “I’ve been working really hard at golf for about the last 10 years,” said McKee, 17. Her parents, Chuck and Peggy, are pleased with their daughter’s dedication to the sport. “We’re very proud of her,” Chuck said. “We’ve been very fortunate to see her grow and mature as an athlete. She’s set high standards for herself. We always want her to do her best and take it to the next level.” McKee’s interests and contributions to her community, however, go beyond the green. She is a member of Student Senate, the United Knights, the National High School Scholar Society and plays violin in the orchestra. She also volunteers at the Ross Animal Shelter and participates in social-awareness walks, including walks for breast cancer and the March of Dimes. “I just like helping,”
Food: Anything Chinese Book: “Twilight” Movie: “Dark Knight” Sport to play: Golf Sport to watch: Golf or tennis Athlete: Natalie Gulbis Place to shop: Hollister Hero: My dad Pre-match routine: Listening to music Artist: Green Day Best advice ever received: Every shot counts. In five years, I will be: Hopefully playing golf for a D-I school. Most people don’t know this about me, but: I'm an artist. I like drawing and painting.
McKee said. “I like the feeling I get from accomplishments.” McKee has also excelled in the classroom; she is in the top one-third of her class and has a weighted GPA of 3.375, which is all the more impressive given that she has taken several advanced courses, including AP American History and Honors English. “Some people might drop back and do what’s easiest to get a higher GPA, but she doesn’t,” Goodrich said. “She’s working for the future.” She has also impressed her teachers along the way. “She’s an excellent student,” said Kristin Stegman, McKee’s Honors English instructor. “She thinks out-
Scouting Report Heather McKee
TONY MEALE/STAFF
Northwest High school senior-to-be Heather McKee (third from right) was named Northwest Press Sportswoman of the Year. She is pictured with her family (from left): Chuck, Kelly, Peggy, Amber and Justin. side the box.” Stegman enjoyed McKee’s writing and was pleased with her interest and insight in several works, including F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby” and Sylvia Plath’s “The Bell Jar.” “Her strength is her creativity,” Stegman said. “She challenges material and brings a fresh interpretation to it.” Of course, taking advanced classes has its benefits. In May, McKee traveled to Washington, D.C., with her AP American History class. “I like the challenge of advanced classes,” McKee said. “And you get to do more hands-on activities, like field trips.” Despite a myriad of commitments, McKee makes it work. “She’s a very well-rounded person,” Peggy said. “Sometimes it’s a little over-
whelming, but it makes you very proud.” After high school, McKee hopes to attend Coastal Carolina University and work in a golf-related field, possibly in turf management or course design. She is already getting exposure to working at a course, as she is a cashier and receptionist at Meadow Links Golf & Academy, where she has taken lessons from swing coach Matt Starr, a PGA professional. “I basically grew up there,” she said. But for now, McKee is focused on qualifying for state as a senior and furthering her status as the best golfer in school history. “Without a doubt, she’s the best,” Goodrich said. “She’s carried herself as a young lady in a competitive sport at a high level. In terms of honors and recognition, she’s one of the finest female
• Holds every golf scoring record in school history • Has been a medalist 35 high school matches • Has earned first-team all-league honors and been named Team MVP as a freshman, sophomore and junior • Led the league in scoring average as a sophomore and junior • Was named FAVCScarlet Golfer of the Year as a junior • Has three top-three finishes in the FAVC Tournament, including a firstplace finish in 2008 • Has broken every scoring record in school history and is the only Northwest golfer to advance to districts • Named a Cincinnati Enquirer First Team All-Star in 2006 and an Honorable Mention All-Star in 2007 and 2008 • Works at Meadow Links & Golf Academy • Is a member of Student Senate, the United Knights, the National High School Scholar Society • Plays violin in the orchestra • Participates in socialawarness walks, including the March of Dimes • Takes multiple AP and honors classes and is in the top one-third of her class athletes ever in any sport at Northwest.”
Priessman does it the right way By Tony Meale tmeale@communitypress.com
Ask Nicholas Priessman what the best feeling on a baseball diamond is and it won’t take long to get a response. “Diving catches in the outfield,” the centerfielder says. “I live for those.” In a way, it’s surprising. When someone navigates the gridiron the way Priessman did – he was a first-team all-state defensive back as a senior – a future in football seems a foregone conclusion. Not so for Priessman. “Baseball,” said Vickie, his mother, “is his first love.” Priessman, who will play baseball next year for Eastern Illinois University, has
Also on the ballot:
Priessman’s favorites
Preston Brown, Northwest, football and basketball Ryan Foster, Colerain, football, basketball and baseball Ryan Hart, La Salle, soccer Luke Massa, St. Xavier, football and basketball Danny McElroy, La Salle, basketball been named Northwest Press Sportsman of the Year as part of 26 winners Community Press winners among 13 ballots. Athletes were nominated online, with winners being determined by online voting. More than 89,000 total votes were cast. “It’s a huge honor
Correction
In the June 17 edition of Northwest Press, it was reported Ron Russo will be the cross country and track coach at McAuley High School. He will only coach cross country. The current track coach at McAuley is Kim Flynn.
U.S. RACE GEAR 513-300-4221 www.usracegear.com
0000342560
DISCOUNT PRICES ON MOTORCYCLE & MOTOCROSS HELMETS FROM
PROVIDED. SEND PHOTOS TO MLAUGHMAN@COMMUNITYPRESS.COM.
Nicholas Priessman, left, was voted Northwest Press Sportsman of the Year. He poses with his family (clockwise, from left): Kraig, Vickie, Jenna, Leah and Lexie. because I never thought I’d be in this position and have the year I had,” Priessman said. “To have the community behind me feels awesome.” Priessman’s athletic career at Colerain High School was certainly impressive. A threeyear varsity letterman in baseball, he earned all-conference honors and was named one of the top 50 players in Cincinnati by ESPN RISE Magazine. As a junior, he led the team in hits (33) and had a .363 batting average and a .450 on-base percentage. He also led the Cardinals in stolen bases each of the last two seasons. In football, Priessman earned two varsity letters. As a senior, he had six interceptions – returning two for touchdowns – and was a finalist for the Anthony Munoz “That’s My Boy Award.” “To be an athlete at Col-
erain, with the tradition they have there, Nick really prides himself,” said Kraig, Priessman’s father. “He has high expectations.” Those expectations carried over into the classroom, as Priessman graduated in the top 13 percent of his class. “From the time he was little, we set boundaries with him,” Vickie said. “We said, 'If you want to be an athlete, school comes first.' He's always taken that very seriously.” It wasn’t always easy. Priessman faced a grueling schedule during football and baseball season: Go to school, go to practice, go home, study and go to bed. “He applied himself as hard to the books as he did on the playing field,” said Colerain athletic director Dan Bolden. “He was a leader by example and a great teammate to everyone.” Priessman is grateful to
Food: My dad's steak Book: “To Kill a Mockingbird” Sport to play: Baseball Sport to watch: Football Athlete: Evan Longoria. My mom showed me an article on him. He reminds me of myself. Pre-game routine: In baseball, I always take eight steps from second base to center when I take the field. I don't do it for any specific reason. I just do it, and I do it every inning for the entire game. Relaxing activity: Fishing and deer hunting with my dad Best advice ever received: Every night before bed my mom tells me to keep my head on straight and I'll have a bright future. In five years, I will be: Playing professional baseball those who have helped him along the way. “Coach (Tom) Bolden and Coach (Scott) Barber have made me who I am,” Priessman said. “I wouldn’t have won this award without their help.” Of course, there are two other people who played a key role in Priessman’s life. “I owe this all to my mom and dad,” he said. “They pushed me ever since I could walk. They drove me to practice, my dad would work with me and I don’t know anyone who cares more about sports than my mom.” Priessman also credited his grandfather, Paul Murray, and uncle, Dean Murray, for having a profound influence on this life. “If I ever needed any-
Scouting Report Nick Priessman
• Three-year varsity letterman in baseball • Two-year varsity letterman in football • Led the baseball team in stolen bases each of the last two seasons • Named one of the top 50 baseball players in Cincinnati by ESPN RISE Magazine • Earned first-team allstate honors at defensive back as a senior • Named a finalist in the Anthony Muñoz “That’s My Boy Award.” • Graduated with a 3.6 GPA and in the top 13 percent of his class (64/495) thing, my grandpa got it for me,” he said. “And my uncle has been like a second father to me.” As Priessman reflects on his high school career, one experience stands out: Playing against Elder in the regional finals at Nippert Stadium in his last game as a Cardinal. “The atmosphere was breathtaking,” he said. Moving on from those magical moments won’t be easy. “It’s such a family at Colerain,” Vickie said. “He’ll miss the camaraderie.” The feeling, rest assured, is mutual. “Winning this award tells you what kind of man Nick Priessman is,” Scott Barber said. “He was never an outspoken leader, but he always did things the right way.”
VIEWPOINTS CH@TROOM
Last week’s questions
What features would you like to see included in a health care reform plan? “Nothing at all. Health care isn't perfect, but folks need to be wary if Obama on this one. The government shouldn't reform health care. It will be a bureaucratic nightmare and reduce the best health care system in the world to shambles. Just do some research and see how "good" things are in Canada. And if our is so bad, why are so many foreigners leaving their countries to work here as doctors and come here for major surgeries? Answer: because our health care is the best in the world!” C.G.
“I would like to see some dental coverage included since that is a serious issue for many people.” B.N. “For a health care reform plan, the biggest feature I would like to see is the government not in it!!! I have yet to be impressed with the success versus cost of any government program (the jury is still out regarding NASA).” D.K. “Health care reform must protect the most vulnerable – people with chronic, expensive illnesses, the elderly, the disabled, people with mental illnesses, the unborn. These are exactly the populations most hurt by the "limits" President Obama sees as necessary to a "universal" health plan. Universal - but only for some – it not universal.” D.H. “I hate to see them add anything to the health plan as always said when you open up a program that looks good someone always sticks something in the law which is no good.” L.S. “No one should get health care for free, because doctors and nurses deserve an income. For those that don't have cash they could do community service or it could be paid for with donations. Those that can afford health care should not be forced to pay for those who can't afford health care. I have purchased my own health care for most of 30 years and it is difficult, but if you shop around and are willing to change health insurance companies you can keep costs down. Tort reform must be included as frivolous lawsuits make liability insurance rates increase and
June 24, 2009
EDITORIALS
• 8th District – Bill Seitz (R). In Cincinnati, call 357-9332, In Columbus, write to: Senate Building, Room No. 143, First Floor, Columbus, OH 43215; or call 614-466-8068. E-mail: SD08@senate.state.oh.us.
Ohio House of Representatives
• 29th District – Louis Blessing (R), can be reached in Cincinnati at 3672 Springdale Road, Cincinnati, OH 45251, or call 513-385-1234. In Columbus, write him at the Ohio House of Representatives, 77 S. High St., 14th Floor, Columbus, OH 43215-6111 or call him at 614-4669091; fax: 614-719-3583. E-mail: district29@ohr.state.oh.us. The 29th District includes Mount Healthy, North College Hill, Greenhills, and part of Springfield Township. • 30th District, Bob Mecklenborg (R) In Columbus, write the Ohio House of
Next question
What do you think of Duke Energy’s plans to build a nuclear power plant in Piketon? What concerns do you have, if any? Every week The Northwest Press asks readers a questions that they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answers to northwestpress@communitypress.com with “chatroom” in the subject line. this causes medical bills to increase. Mostly, common sense is needed. Those that use the emergency room for simple medications, colds etc. are wasting the systems funds.” N.P.
Do you think township, city and village employees should live in the jurisdiction’s boundaries? Why? Why not? “It's ridiculous to impose living restrictions on employees. Next thing you know, you'll have to live in Ohio to work in Ohio. Maybe some communities don't have enough qualified employees living within their city limits. Then what do you do? Let's have some common sense here.” C.G. “I don't think employees should have to live within the boundaries, with certain exceptions. For example, trustees who are charged with running the township should be residents so that they are bound by the regulations they pass. Other than the exceptions, I think we should be more concerned with getting the best quality employees.” B.N. “Employees of townships, cities and villages would have a vested interest if they lived there, but that doesn't exclude them from doing just as good of a job.” D.K. “Residency requirements are not a good idea. Residency can create a problem when one spouse works in one jurisdiction and the other works in another – where does one live? Also, why make someone move just because they make an employment change? Rather, the local government should examine just why an employee would not want to live within its jurisdiction. If its own employees don't want to live there, they have a problem!” D.H. “As for living in the jurisdiction you work in, how can one really know what is going on in the district if they live miles away.” L.S.
Representatives, 77 S. High St., 11th floor, Columbus, OH 43215-4611 or call 513481-9800 or 614-466-8258; fax 614719-3584. E-mail: district30@ohr.state.oh.us. The 30th District includes Green, Miami and Delhi townships.
Ohio Senate
• 8th District, Bill Seitz (R). In Cincinnati, call 357-9332, In Columbus, write to: Senate Building, Room No. 143, First Floor, Columbus, OH 43215; or call 614-466-8068; e-mail: sd08@mailr.sen.state.oh.us.
U.S. House of Representatives
• 1st District – Steve Driehaus (D), U.S. House of Representatives, 202-2252216. Fax: 202-225-3012. In Cincinnati, write 3003 Carew Tower, 441 Vine St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or call 513-6842723; fax 421-8722.
PRESS
|
COLUMNS
|
CH@TROOM
Your Community newspaper serving Colerain Township, Green Township, Groesbeck, Monfort Heights, Pleasant Run, Seven Hills, White Oak
communitypress.com E-mail: northwestp
@community
A9
PRESS
Board president reviews school year Last Friday was the last day of classes in the Northwest Local School District for the 2008-2009 school year. This presents a great opportunity to look back and reflect upon another very productive and successful year. Both Northwest and Colerain high schools graduated their senior class students with many students qualifying for and receiving over $7 million in scholarship opportunities. The preliminary state report shows that our students did very well on the Ohio Graduation Test and we expect that we have earned an excellent rating for both Colerain and Northwest high schools. In an area close to my heart, many of our high school, middle school and even a few elementary school students were able to participate in their school musicals/dramatic performances this school year. Each of the drama productions involved a host of students performing, creat-
ing sets, working light and sound, advertising, etc. Our community gave each of the school plays the highest compliments and we look forward to Fred Hunt the continuing Community tradition. The Houston Press guest Center opened in columnist the fall and the Houston Early Learning Center began this school year with over 200 pre-school students. We are looking forward to an increase in those numbers with the success of this school year. The NWLSD Centralized Enrollment Center is fully operational and can now accommodate a parent’s need to enroll all children at one location. The Houston Conference Center is open and is booked for meetings throughout the coming year. Teacher negotiations have been
completed, resulting in a new three-year contract. I would like to take this opportunity to wish the teacher association president well on his retirement. We look forward to continuing a wonderful working relationship with his successor. These are just a small sampling of the achievements this past year. Our students and staff have had many great successes this school year and have been frequently recognized for their accomplishments. I wish everyone a safe, happy and healthy summer break. Please be assured that the board and administration will continue our work this summer, positioning the district for further success in educating tomorrow’s leaders today. In closing, please let me be the first to welcome all of our students to the 2009-2010 school year. Classes start Aug. 31. Fred Hunt is president of the Northwest Local School District Board of Education.
‘What is going on’ in Colerain? I did not attend the May 26 meeting of the Colerain Township Board of Trustees, so I watched it on the Internet, www. cincyscape.com. Watching this meeting makes me ask “What is going on here?” It was the third public hearing for adoption of the proposed limited home rule. Trustee (Bernie) Fiedeldey, for years, has been in favor of home rule. He brought the issue to the table, created a lot of township expense to pursue this issue, then voted against it in a manipulated roll call arranged with the fiscal officer. After the vote, 2-1, this elected official commented (verbatim), “We’re not here to make decisions for the people. We’re here to represent the people. I had one or two phone calls that were negative. But I had numerous e-mails that were negative to home rule. It’s our job to sell it to the people. We’re here to represent them, not make the decision for them.
It’s our job to sell it to them, and let them vote on it. I think it’s a good thing for the township, and they should have a vote on it.” He said home Kathy Mohr rule is good for township, Community the then voted no, Press guest killing the issue. I columnist requested copies of the e-mails, which revealed three total – one in favor, two against. What a waste of time and money. He is wasting our tax dollars for a reason no one will ever figure out. Trustees are elected officials, elected to make decisions for the people they represent. Over the past seven years, our elected officials have made decisions on many issues, without giving us the opportunity to vote on them. The issues established regulation of RVs, boats, campers, noise,
weeds, debris, property maintenance, what they consider vicious dogs, and raising fees for zoning and zoning violations. This trustee voted to hire relatives and approve pay increases for them (a violation of state law). He had no problem exercising his elected authority on these issues. He gave a contractor (which his company had been a subcontractor for) an extra $40,000 for doing the job they were hired to do, in addition to the $450,000 contract. No vote from us. He also took it upon himself to authorize additional work from another contractor at one of the parks. A change in a contract is supposed to be approved by at least two trustees, prior to the expense. He then apologized for the “misunderstanding.” Once again, what is going on here? Kathy Mohr lives on Waldon Drive in Colerain Township. She is a former township clerk.
Water Works sets drinking water standard At Greater Cincinnati Water Works (GCWW), we continue to achieve our mission of providing a plentiful supply of the highest quality drinking water and outstanding services to our customers. Our annual Safe Drinking Water Report highlights our extensive water quality monitoring and stateof-the-art treatment process. GCWW performs more than 600 water quality tests each day to ensure high quality water. We are proud that Cincinnati water met or exceeded all state and national health standards in 2008, as it always has. Greater Cincinnati Water Works uses full-scale granular activated carbon (GAC) treatment with onsite reactivation. This method is cited in studies as being extremely effective in removing harmful substances. Diagrams of our treatment processes are contained in the Safe Drinking Water Report. There are new plans to improve this already highly successful water treatment. In 2009 and 2010, GCWW will be installing ultraviolet (UV) disinfection treatment technology at the Richard Miller Treatment Plant. Greater Cincinnati Water Works’ current treatment process of sand filtration coupled with granular acti-
A publication of
Your Community newspaper serving Colerain Township, Green Township, Groesbeck, Monfort Heights, Pleasant Run, Seven Hills, White Oak
LETTERS
Editor Jennie Key | jkey@communitypress.com | 853-6272
OFFICIALS Ohio Senate
|
Northwest Press
vated carbon treatment serves as an excellent treatment barrier. This, combined with UV disinfection, will provide a true multi-barrier treatment. Greater David Rager Cincinnati Water Works will be the Community first water utility in Press guest the country to use columnist sand filtration followed by granular activated carbon treatment and then UV. The addition of UV disinfection parallels the cutting edge research and implementation of our current GAC treatment process. When granular activated carbon treatment was researched, it was found to be the best technology available to remove contaminants in the Ohio River. Today’s research shows that UV disinfection is an optimum technology to address our concerns in an economical way. The U.S. EPA has identified UV disinfection as one of the Best Available Technologies against certain contaminants. The Ohio River and Great Miami Aquifer supply our source water. The Safe Drinking Water Report
General Manager/Editor . . . .Susan McHugh smchugh@communitypress.com . . . . . .591-6161 Northwest Press Editor . . . . . . . .Jennie Key jkey@communitypress.com . . . . . . . . . .853-6272
contains a map of our service area and, by looking at the report, customers can tell where their water comes from. Source waters are environmentally sensitive. The best way to ensure safe water at the tap is to keep our source waters clean. Greater Cincinnati Water Works is a municipally owned utility providing 136 million gallons of water a day. Greater Cincinnati Water Works currently serves the entire city of Cincinnati, most of Hamilton County, the city of Mason, and parts of Butler and Warren counties, and Boone County in Kentucky. The Safe Drinking Water Report is included in customers’ utility bills from April through June to let customers know about their drinking water and how it compares to national standards. To look at the report, go to www.cincinnatioh.gov/gcww or call 513-5917700 to get printed copies. People served by other water utilities will also receive reports on water quality from their water provider. Customers may check water bills or ask their landlords if they are not sure which utility provides their water. David E. Rager is Director of Greater Cincinnati Water Works.
s
Office hours: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday | See page A2 for additional contact information. 923-3111 | 5556 Cheviot Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45247 | e-mail northwestpress@communitypress.com | Web site: www.communitypress.com
A10
Northwest Press
June 24, 2009
Readers’ Choice Awards Vote V ote for your favorites on the West side. Write your choice in the individual b ballot allo boxes below and return this page to The Community Press and R Recorder eco by June 30 or vote online at CommunityPress.com/westballot. W With ith close c to 100 categories, your nomination might just be the tie breaker!
Gifts:_______________________________________________ Gi ifts: Am Amer American vehicle:__________________________________ Import Im mpor vehicle:_____________________________________ Heari He Hearing aids:_______________________________________ Produce:____________________________________________ Pr rodu Men’s clothing:______________________________________ M Athletic At thle shoes:______________________________________ Women’s clothing:___________________________________ Wome Wo Children’s Ch hildr clothing:_________________________________ Toys:_______________________________________________ To oys: Musical Mu usic instruments:_______________________________ Antiques An ntiq and collectibles:____________________________
Restaurant: ______________ ____________ _ ______________ Convenience store: ______ ____________________ _____ Most community involved busine ss: _____________________ _ Community festival/event:__ ____________________ __ __ Area attraction:__________ ____________________ __ __ College:_______________ ____________________ __ __ Place to spend Saturday nig ht:___________________ ____ Place to work:___________ ____________________ ____ Place to play golf:________ ____________________ __ __ Dining atmosphere:_______ ____________________ ____ Hospital:______________ ____________________ _____ RRetirement community:____ ____________________ _____ A Apartment complex : ______ ____________________ ___
___________ Consignment shop: _______________
_____________ Hardware store:__________________
Complete the ballot and be b eligible li ibl tto win i 4 tickets ti k t to Kings Island. One entry per person. Name:____________________________________________________ _______ Address:_____________________________________________________ ___ _______ City:___________________________________ ST:______ Zip code:_________ ode:_________ E-mail address*:____________________________________________________ (Optional)
Phone number:_____________________________________________________ *We respect your privacy and will not share your email address with anyone. Your email address allows you to be among the first to learn about new activities and to periodically receive offers and deals on behalf of The Enquirer and our family of local information outlets. Remember, you can always choose to unsubscribe.
Mail ballot to:
5556 Cheviot Road
Cincinnati OH 45247
Your Community newspaper serving Colerain Township, Green Township, Groesbeck, Monfort Heights, Pleasant Run, Seven Hills, White Oak E-mail: northwestp
@community
PRESS
We d n e s d a y, J u n e 2 4 , 2 0 0 9
PEOPLE
|
IDEAS
|
RECIPES
ME & MY PET
What do you name a homeless black kitty that shows up on your doorstep in the spring? Why, Jelly Bean, of course! It weighs only a few ounces; is scraggly and scrawny, with snotty, yellowish goo clogging up one eye and a squashed hind toe. It mews on our front step for a good thirty minutes before I notice that my husband is indeed not in the living room, watching the Discovery Channel. I am aware that this animal wail is live, when I open my front door to explore from where the muffled cries come. I look down and see a weathered cardboard box with the flaps folded inward, twitching from side to side. My two young daughters crowd around me as I pull from the carton, a tiny, fuzzy black, something-orother who mews with passion, and we realize it’s an extremely young kitten. I pack the baby kitty in the box, load my daughter into her toddler car seat and speed off to the local veterinary clinic in search of answers. Who put the box there? How did the foot get injured? Will it be O.K.? “Mommy, can we keep the baby kitty?” my 4-yearold asks. Midway down the highway, the black kitty has crawled out of the box and found its way to the crook of my daughter’s arms, and the purrs are impressive. The only thing I can think to answer is, “If the kitten is healthy, we will see about keeping it. If it’s too sick, then we have to let God take care of her.”
PROVIDED. SUBMIT PHOTOS TO: MEMRAL@COMMUNITYPRESS.COM
Jelly Bean helps at the computer.
“If God gets the kitty, will Pa-Pa Teddy help take care of it too?” At that moment, I begin to tear up behind the wheel, because my father passed away a few months earlier, and now, more than ever, I want that little loving black cat who is melting our hearts in the dark car to live and be ours more than anything else in the world! Long story short, the vet at the emergency clinic deems our new kitty to be 4 weeks old and in perfect health after patching up the smashed toe and giving us some antibiotic cream for the eye goo problem. All we have to do is follow up with our own vet. Our black Jelly Bean, who was most likely born around Easter, became a keeper. She’s grown to be plump and proud, with a shiny, lush coat. Her aqua blue kitten eyes turned to a rich amber shade, and her hind toe is missing a claw, due to the foot injury we’ll never know the truth about, but she has never had a problem with walking, climbing or any other cat moves. Jelly-Belly Bean is a lucky black cat. She was placed with us. When you hold the warm, purring, toe-curling Bean in your arms on a chilly night it’s certain that the luck and the love is mutual... or shall we say, “MEWtual!” Submitted by Paige Adams Strickland. If you have a special story about your pet e-mail a photo of your pet and a short story to jkey@communitypress.com.
THINGS TO DO Festival
Corpus Christi Church Festival, is from 6 p.m.-midnight, Friday, June 26 and 5 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, June 27. Family Day is Saturday, June 28 from 3 to 10 p.m. The festival is on the grounds of Corpus Christi Church, 2014 Springdale Road. Fish dinner available. Music by English Channel. Games for all ages, rides, raffle, food and music. Through June 28. 825-0618.
Movies in the park
Colerain Township Sizzling Summer Entertainment Series continues Friday, June 26 with free movies in the park. Kid's Karaoke begins at 8:30 p.m. followed by the movie at dusk.
Movies are shown at the amphitheater in Colerain Park, 4725 Springdale Road. All movies are free. This week’s film is “Madagascar 2.” Call 385-7503 for details.
Wine tasting
Piazza Discepoli Wine Merchants presents a wine tasting from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, June 26, at Piazza Discepoli, 5872 Cheviot Road. Join the group each Friday night for a fun-filled and relaxing evening of wine and light hors d'hoeuvres. Cost is $10 per person Call 923-1300 for information.
Share your events Go to communitypress.com and click on Share! to get your event into the Northwest Press.
PROVIDED. SEND YOUR PHOTOS TO JKEY@COMMUNITYPRESS.COM
A 5K River Float that is part of the annual Fremont Cup in the Great Miami River Saturday, Aug. 22.
Fremont Cup will paddle through Colerain By Jennie Key jkey@communitypress.com
The third annual Fremont Cup canoe and kayak event will float into Colerain Township again this year. Stephanie Ross, a volunteer on the board of directors for Rivers Unlimited, asked Colerain Township trustees at their June 9 board meeting if the township would allow the event to use township parks to stage the event. Ross said last year’s participants loved the Great Miami and had great feedback from members about the event. “We decided to bring it back to the Great Miami because the response was overwhelming,” she said. “Regional paddlers who have been all over the country told us how pleasantly surprised they were at what fun they had on the Great Miami. It’s really a great, great river for pad-
Registration information
The Fremont Cup event offers a number of race options for canoe and kayak divisions. USCA rules apply. The Fremont Cup race stretches 19 miles from Hamilton to Miamitown. It starts at 9 a.m. and costs $40 per person. The Great Miami Classic, a 10-mile race starts at Heritage Park at 10:30 a.m. The cost is $30 per person. The Friends Of the Great Miami 5-mile race, from Obergeising/Dravo Park starts at 11:30 a.m. and is $25 per person. Register for any of these races by July 15 and to receive a free wicking race shirt. The Friends of the Great Miam Float, a 5-mile float trip from Obergeising/Dravo Park starts at 11 a.m. and costs $15 per person. Recreation float rental is additional cost. Register by July 15 to receive a free cotton float shirt The Riverside Celebration in Miamitown will be from noon to 3 p.m. and will feature a picnic lunch, awards ceremony, entertainment, and prizes. The celebration is free for race and float participants and $10 for guests. dlers. You encounter a lot of different types of water and different scenery. The Fremont Cup began in 2007 as a celebration on the Little Miami. The event is named in honor of Mike Fremont, who founded Rivers Unlimited in 1972 and continues to advocate for the protection and restoration of rivers across
the state. Last year, organizers approached Colerain Township to allow the event to use put-ins at Obergeising Soccer Fields and Heritage Park, with a finish in Miamitown. Ross said the third annual Fremont Cup will highlight the efforts of the Friends of the Great Miami,
who are participants in Rivers Unlimited’s Adopt-aStream program. Colerain Township Board of Trustee president Jeff Ritter said the board was happy to welcome the event to the township again, and said he hopes to see the event grow every year. The 2009 event will be Saturday, Aug. 22. It includes the 19-mile Fremont Cup that begins in Hamilton, as well as the 5mile race, 5-mile float and the Friends of the Great Miami 10-mile race, which all begin in Colerain Township. Ross said the staggered starting times and locations mean everyone finishes up together in Miamitown, where there will be a celebration with a picnic lunch, door prizes, entertainment, and an awards ceremony for race winners. For information, visit the Rivers Unlimited Web site at www.riversunlimited.org.
Join us Friday for ‘chat party’ The chat this Friday, June Hey moms, you’re invit26, will be from 9 p.m. to mided to a party Friday night. night. At the end, we’ll draw There’ll be lively conversation, laughs and even Karen for 10 winners of tickets each to cocktails if you’re in the Gutiérrez two see “Mamma Mia!” mood. The best part: You don’t managing at the Aronoff Cenneed a baby sitter or a new editor ter for the Performing Arts opening outfit. The festivities all take cincinnati.momslikeme.com night, July 14. place online, at CincyMomsTickets to this LikeMe.com. fun musical, featurEvery few weeks or so ing the greatest hits on Friday nights, we start a of ABBA, are $70, discussion on the site that so this giveaway is a great opportuniwe call our Friday Night Chat Party. Everyone jumps in to chat about ty to see a top-rated show. We’ll be having another chat party anything and everything in a faston the following Friday, July 3, for paced, often silly way. On a recent Friday, for instance, another 10 “Mamma Mia!” winners. We hope you’ll join us, as we love chat-party topics ranged from bra shopping to Zac Efron to babies fight- new people. To find instructions for the chat party, please go to Momsing bedtimes. In total, there were 759 posts made LikeMe.com/cincycontests. About 7,000 women in Cincinnati in our chat party that night. To add some excitement, we give and Northern Kentucky visit our site away movie or show tickets after the each day. The great thing about our chats is chat is over. Everyone who participated in the that you get to “meet” other moms chat is automatically entered in the and discover what you have in comticket drawing, and the more you post mon, before trying to meet anyone in in the chat, the greater your chances person. We often see moms joining our site to win.
And the Hot Dads are … Winner of the Hot Dads voting was Joe Yunger of Taylor Mill. Winner of the random drawing was Mike Templin of Colerain Township. They will be throwing the first pitch at baseball games downtown July 27 and 28. To see all 180 Hot Dad submissions, go to www. MomsLikeMe.com/cincyphotos and immediately trying to set up playdates in real-life. This doesn’t work all that well, because our members like to get to know people first through conversation on the site – it helps everyone feel more comfortable. For more on how to get started on CincyMomsLikeMe.com, please visit our basic instructions and welcome message at MomsLikeMe.com/cincywelcome. We look forward to “seeing” you on Friday! Karen Gutiérrez is managing editor of CincyMomsLikeMe.com. Reach her at Cincinnati@momslikeme.com, and follow local mom topics on Twitter.com/1cincymom.
0000342539
Luckiest black cat in the world
B2
Northwest Press
June 24, 2009
THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD T H U R S D A Y, J U N E 2 5
DANCE CLASSES
Line Dance Class, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Springfield Township Senior and Community Center, 9158 Winton Road. Line dancing with Jerry and Kathy Helt, instructors. Wear smooth-soled shoes. No partner dances and no prior dance experience required. $4. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 3216776. Springfield Township.
HEALTH / WELLNESS
Guided Meditation on Forgiveness, 7-8:30 p.m., Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road. Six week series based on book “Forgiveness” by the Rev. Flora Slosson Wuellner. Confidential. Free child care with advance notice. Free. Registration required. 9315777. Finneytown.
About calendar
To submit calendar items, go to “www.cincinnati.com” and click on “Share!” Send digital photos to “life@communitypress.com” along with event information. Items are printed on a space-available basis with local events taking precedence. Deadline is two weeks before publication date. To find more calendar events, go to “www.cincinnati.com” and choose from a menu of items in the Entertainment section on the main page.
NATURE
Owls of Ohio, 6-8 p.m., Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road, Ellenwood Nature Barn. Live owl exhibit. Dissect an owl pellet for a small fee. Free, parking permit required. 521-7275. Colerain Township. Got Greenbelts?, 3 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road, Winton Centre. Learn about green construction, visit the new green building at the Winton Campground. 5217275. Springfield Township.
ON STAGE - THEATER
Oklahoma!, 8 p.m., St. Bartholomew Church, 9375 Winton Road. Classic Rodgers and Hammerstein musical. $8. Presented by Bart’s Bards. Through June 28. 728-3146. Springfield Township.
PUBLIC HOURS MUSIC - CONCERTS
Civic Pops American Fantasy, 6:30-8 p.m., Mount Healthy City Park, McMakin and Perry Streets, Gazebo. With Cincinnati Civic Orchestra. Featuring music from “The Wizard of Oz,” “West Side Story,” “Oklahoma,” “1812 Overture,” other more. Bring seating. All ages. Free. Presented by Cincinnati Civic Orchestra. 861-9978. Mount Healthy.
Winton Woods Fishing Boathouse, 7 a.m.9 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Ohio state fishing license required. Free fishing, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Springfield Township. Parky’s Ark Wet Playground, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Wet play area with 18 animal figures that squirt and spray water onto play surface area. $2 ages 2-12; vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Springfield Township.
F R I D A Y, J U N E 2 6
FESTIVALS
Corpus Christi Church Festival, 6 p.m.-midnight, Corpus Christi Church, 2014 Springdale Road. Fish dinner available. Music by English Channel. Games for all ages, rides, raffle, food and music. Through June 28. 825-0618. New Burlington.
LECTURES
Introductory Course on Buddhism, 7-8 p.m., Gaden Samdrupling Buddhist Monastery and Cultural Center, 3046 Pavlova Drive. Resident monks offer talks on essential Buddhist topics like karma, rebirth, meditation and compassion. All welcome. Free, donations accepted. 385-7116. Colerain Township.
MUSIC - RELIGIOUS
Friday Night Live, 8 p.m., Word of Deliverance Family Life Center, 693 Fresno Road. With Speak Life, Thee Aposoul, Soulja K, Ruwa Mime Ministry, Essence, Sons of Valor Step Ministry, Word In Motion Dance Ministry, Word In Action Mime Ministry, Deasa and others. Youth and young adults. Free, donations accepted. 851-9673. Forest Park.
Make a Sweet Summer Deal on Great Entertainment for the Fall through Spring Call
513-241-6550 or log on to
www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com
Covedale C o v e d a l e Center C e n t e r for f o r tthe he Performing Pe r f o r m i n g A Arts rts
FILE PHOTO
This year’s Corpus Christi Church Festival runs 6 p.m. to midnight Friday, June 26; 5 p.m. to midnight Saturday, June 27; and 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, June 28, at the church, 2014 Springdale Road. There will be games for all ages, rides, raffle, food and music. Fish dinner available Friday night and a chicken dinner Sunday. For more information, call 825-0618. Pictured working a cotton candy booth at last year’s festival are Judy Grimes and Linda Martin. S A T U R D A Y, J U N E 2 7
CIVIC
Yardwaste Recycling Drop-off Program, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Kuliga Park, 6717 Bridgetown Road. Materials include leaves, grass clippings, brush, garden waste, tree trunks and prunings from trees or shrubs. Free. Presented by Hamilton County Environmental Services. 946-7755. Green Township. Yardwaste Recycling Drop-off Program, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Rumpke Sanitary Landfill, 3800 Struble Road. Materials include leaves, grass clippings, brush, garden waste, tree trunks and prunings from trees or shrubs. Free. Presented by Hamilton County Environmental Services. 946-7755. Colerain Township.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Skirts and Shirts, 7:30 p.m., Springfield Township Senior and Community Center, 9158 Winton Road. Plus level Western-style square and round dance club. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427. Springfield Township.
513-241-6550
Announces the 2009-2010 Subscription Season!
FESTIVALS
M O N D A Y, J U N E 2 9
MUSIC - KARAOKE AND OPEN MIC
Open Mic Night, 9:30 p.m., Knotty Pine, 6947 Cheviot Road. 741-3900. White Oak.
SUMMER CAMP - MISC.
Agape Children’s Center School-Age Summer Camp, 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Dayspring Church of God, 1060 Smiley Ave., Daily through July 3. Includes field trips, transportation, fun learning activities and meals. Ages 10 and under. $155 per week. Registration required. 674-2323. Forest Park. Agape Children’s Center Pre-School Summer Camp, 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Dayspring Church of God, 1060 Smiley Ave., Daily through July 3. Includes field trips, transportation, fun learning activities and meals. Ages 5 and under. $155 per week. 6742323. Forest Park.
NATURE
Owls of Ohio, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 521-7275. Colerain Township.
ON STAGE - THEATER
Oklahoma!, 8 p.m., St. Bartholomew Church, 728-3146. Springfield Township. S U N D A Y, J U N E 2 8
Job Search Group, 1:30-3 p.m., Northminster Presbyterian Church, 703 Compton Road. Free. Certified Strengths Coach Diane Kinsella provides StrengthsFinder 2.0 instrument and insight for job seekers. Registration recommended. Presented by Family Life Center. 931-5777. Finneytown. T U E S D A Y, J U N E 3 0
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Wormburners, 8-10 a.m., The Mill Course, 1515 W. Sharon Road. Senior men golfers, ages 55 and up. Golf and picnics. New members welcome. $25. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 923-3808. Springfield Township.
DANCE CLASSES
Progressive Square Dance Class, 7:30 p.m., Parky’s Farm Hayloft Barn, 10073 Daly Road. Casual dress. Smooth-soled shoes required. Free, donations accepted. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427. Springfield Township. Beginner Continentals Round Dance Club, 6:30 p.m., North College Hill United Methodist Church, 1930 W. Galbraith Road. Beginner lessons in waltz, two-step, cha cha and more. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427. North College Hill. Trail Scavenger Hunt Week, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road. Pick up nature sleuth’s directions. Pin Oak Trail. Free, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Colerain Township.
Tales to Tails, 2 p.m., Monfort Heights Branch Library, 3825 West Fork Road. Read aloud to a certified therapy dog. Ages 6-12. Free. Presented by Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County. 369-4472. Monfort Heights.
Where else can you get six wonderful shows at the low, Subscriber - only price of $17.00 per show? The Covedale has plenty of great subscriber seats available with a great view of the stage! New subscribers are encouraged to get their seats now, for best seating choices. Be sure to check out the seating chart www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com
SUPPORT GROUPS
NATURE
LITERARY - STORY TIMES
Come enjoy great theatrical entertainment - at a great price!
SUMMER CAMP - NATURE
Farm Explorers, 12:30-2:30 p.m., Parky’s Farm, 10037 Daly Road. Daily through July 2. Learn about animals in safe and fun environment. Includes goat brushing, egg collecting, wagonrides, crafts, games and story times. Ages 4-5. $60. Registration required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Springfield Township.
W E D N E S D A Y, J U L Y 1
DANCE CLASSES
Choreographed Ballroom Dancing, 7 p.m., Parky’s Farm Hayloft Barn, 10073 Daly Road. Introduce yourself to waltz, two-step, cha cha and more. Smooth-soled shoes required. Free, donations accepted. 9292427. Springfield Township.
FESTIVALS
Meet Me In St. Louis
Corpus Christi Church Festival, 3-10 p.m., Corpus Christi Church, Family Day 3-5 p.m. Chicken dinner available. 825-0618. New Burlington.
October 1-18, 2009
One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest October 29-November 15, 2009
Miracle On 34th Street
HISTORIC SITES
German Heritage Museum, 1-5 p.m., German Heritage Museum, 4790 West Fork Road. Two-story 1830 log house furnished with German immigrant memorabilia. Free, donations accepted. Presented by GermanAmerican Citizens League of Greater Cincinnati. 574-1741. Monfort Heights.
December 3-20, 2009
MUSIC - CONCERTS
January 21-February 7, 2010
MUSIC - RELIGIOUS
Mapleknoll Big Band Concert, 7 p.m., Arlington Memorial Gardens, 2145 Compton Road. Complimentary drinks and popcorn. Free. 521-7003. Springfield Township.
Tuesday With Morrie
Daybreak Quartet in Concert, 6 p.m., Southland Missionary Baptist Church, 2485 Springdale Road. Featuring southern Gospel music. Free. 851-7749. Colerain Township.
Breaking Up Is Hard To Do February 18-March 7, 2010
NATURE
0000343190
March 25-April 11, 2010
Carp Crazy Tournament, 7 a.m.-1 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Fishing competition. Fee includes boat rental. $30 per two-person team; vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 931-1849. Springfield Township.
Corpus Christi Church Festival, 5 p.m.-midnight, Corpus Christi Church, 825-0618. New Burlington.
ON SALE NOW!!!!!
Singing In The Rain
RECREATION
Owls of Ohio, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 521-7275. Colerain Township. Animal Superstars, 2 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road, Winton Centre. Children can compare their abilities to those of some wildlife neighbors. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Springfield Township.
PROVIDED “Dora the Explorer Live! Search for the City of Lost Toys” comes to the Aronoff Center Friday-Sunday, June 26-28. It is based on the Nickelodeon cartoon. Performances are at 7 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Saturday; and 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $15-$35. Call 800-982-2787 or visit www.broadwayacrossamerica.com/cincinnati.
Life
June 24, 2009
Northwest Press
B3
A summertime reflection on human sexuality The Big Green Egg A perusal of Greek and Roman philosop h y s h o w s otherwise. In the Father Lou “Phaedo,” Guntzelman P l a t o declared, Perspectives “It seems that so long as we are alive, we shall continue closest to knowledge if we avoid as much as we can all contact and association with the body unless absolutely necessary.” Aristotle was particularly critical of the pleasures of touch and taste. Western beliefs and church attitudes about sex were especially influenced by Stoicism. Stoics took a stern view of sexual pleasure. Mastery of the mind should be maintained even in marriage. It is wrong to lust after another man’s wife, and equally wrong to lust after one’s own wife. Augustine thought “for a couple to copulate for any purpose other than procreation was debauchery.” St. Paul, influenced by
Hellenism, saw marriage as a concession to human weakness. Since the 1960s, we have been blundering and stumbling toward a more mature and wholesome attitude toward human sexuality. We’re certainly not there yet. A misuse of sex still lies at the heart of many social and psychological problems: rape, incest, pornography, abortion, pedophilia, even casual hooking-up and friends with benefits are all Exhibit A in evidence against a wholesome integration of sexuality into our lives. It’s as though since the 1960s we have made progress from a negative childish attitude toward sex, and have now arrived at a collective adolescent stage where narcissism and indulgence reign – but still not a responsible appreciation and use. Years ago Fulton Sheen wrote, “Sex is the most psychosomatic of human functions. There is nothing else in which body and soul, finite and infinite, flesh and spirit are so closely intertwined. When sex and love
are allowed to link the two, peace and joy result. When flesh and spirit are divorced, and sex is sought alone, boredom and ennui result.” Where are the men who will help in sexuality’s integration? In “Adam’s Return,” Father Richard Rohr, O.F.M., writes, “The most loving men I have met, the most generous to society and to life, are usually men who also have a lusty sense of life, beauty, pleasure, and sex – but they have very realistic expectations of them. Smaller pleasures become a stairway and an invitation to higher ones … They offer a first taste but then create a taste for something more and something higher. This is the necessary training of the lover archetype.” Such men respect sex, women and God’s gifts. 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.
The World’s Best Smoker & Grill All in One!!
Perfect for 4th of July Cookouts! Grill & Pool Shop
574-0061
Bridgetown Rd @ Glenway Ave. www.wardway.com
0000342039
Summertime offers a visual smorgasbord of the human body. Warm air, less clothing, swimming, jogging and sunbathing draw attention and create sexual interest. Regardless of season, our culture celebrates the human body on stage, screen, TV and fashion. Immature and exaggerated as it may be, our focus on the body is a moving away from a centuries-long appraisal of negativity. The body for so long was seen as a prison for the spirit. Some earlier religions and philosophies believed that the best thing that could happen is when we die and are released from our bodies. Now we hold that there is a wholesome unity between body and soul. Our bodies are honorable and essential components of being human. A healthy and spiritual understanding of human sexuality has not had good allies. Many moderns think that sexual restrictiveness is the result of Christianity and that the ancients were free of them. Quite the contrary.
Open House Every Thursday in June Time 1:00 to 3:00 pm Location 11100 Springfield Pike
Summer fun at Maple Knoll Village. Baseball games, Barbeques and Best Friends. Live summer vacation all year long at Maple Knoll Village. Located
on a beautiful 54-acre campus, just minutes from Cincinnati, you’ll find everything you need to live life everyday. From state-of-the-art amenities, to programs and activities we help keep you feeling your best all year long. We are a non-profit continuing care retirement community owned and operated by Maple Knoll Communities, Inc. with a history of more than 160 years of serving older adults.
• Club Room • Café & New Dining Room • The Manor House Restaurant • Home to WMKV 89.3 FM • Volunteer Opportunities
513.782.2717 • mapleknoll.org To place your BINGO ad, visit CommunityClassified.com
0000337243
• Extensive social calendar • Green Space with walking trails & gardens • Various Social Clubs • Wellness Center with warm water pool • Pet Friendly
B4
Northwest Press
Life
June 24, 2009
‘Orange’ you glad Rita tried again? As I write this column, I’m waiting on clone No. 4 of the Orange Dreamsicle Cake like Fireside Restaurant in Georgetown, and a number of other restaurants’ versions, to cool so I can frost it. I’m taking it to Channel 19 for a live cooking demo tomorrow morning. I know Rob Williams and Sheila Gray, along with Frank Marzullo, Dan Romito and the rest of the crew will have the same reaction as everyone else I’ve tested it on – Delicious! After trying various ways to make it taste “right,” all I can tell you is this is as close as I’m ever going to get to this restaurant favorite. Even after eating all my mistakes, I still love the cake, and the topping even more. Now the restaurants usually make a two or three layer cake. I’m sure you can do that by adjusting the baking time downwards. I made mine in a 9-by-13 pan because it was easier,
especially since my husband kept chiding me with “are you still fooling with that – Rita isn’t it Heikenfeld time to o v e Rita’s kitchen m on?” Easy for him to say.
Rita’s orange dreamsicle/ creamsicle cake clone
1 package (18.25 ounces) lemon supreme cake mix 1 small package orange Jell-O (3 ounces) 1 ⁄3 cup vegetable oil 3 large eggs 1 teaspoon orange extract 11⁄4 cups orange juice 1 ⁄4 teaspoon unsweetened orange Kool-Aid Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9-by13 pan with cooking spray. Place cake mix, Jell-O,
Pineapple cream cheese topping
Can you help?
Newport’s Manyet’s bakery icing: Cindy Fessler said she hasn’t found an icing they like as well. Does anyone have a similar recipe? “My family was so disappointed when it closed,” she said. Like Skyline’s black bean and rice soup for BG: “I can’t seem to find anything even close to it. Can’t get enough of it.” Pelican Reef’s coleslaw: Shari Weber, an Anderson Township reader, loves this and wants to make it for her husband. “Something’s different in there and it’s so good,” she told me. Loveland’s Hitch’s, now closed, chicken salad: Reader Phil Jones says this can be purchased through Zapps Bar next to the old deli, but would like to make it at home. Like Ruby’s white macaroni: For Marella Holmes. Bugogi and spinach like Korean Riverside Restaurant, Covington: Sue Dreibelbis and her family love the bulgogi served there and her kids are crazy about the spinach. “My kids don’t eat many vegetables so I’m desperate to find the spinach recipe,” she said.
Beat together:
COURTESY RITA HEIKENFELD
Rita’s version of Dreamsicle cake that she took to the Fox 19 crew. oil, eggs, and orange extract in mixing bowl. Add orange juice and Kool-Aid and beat on low until moistened. Increase to medium and beat a few minutes longer. The batter will be smooth. Pour into pan. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Don’t overbake. If cake humps up in the center, when you take it out of the oven, put a folded towel over it and press down with your hands. Voilà – a perfectly even cake (what you are doing is pressing the air out). Let it cool while making the topping.
1 can, about 20 ounces, crushed pineapple, drained or not, whatever you like (undrained your frosting will be a little softer – I like that version since it has more flavor) 3 ounces cream cheese, softened Package (3.5 ounces ) instant vanilla pudding
Then fold in:
8 ounces or so thawed whipped topping Spread on cooled cake and garnish as desired.
Tip from Rita’s kitchen
Make a double batch of topping. Use half for a wonderful dip for fresh fruit or to make tiny tarts. Use mandarin oranges instead of pineapple.
Chipotle mayonnaise for burgers
For Jerry, who wanted an
extra special spicy sauce for his burgers. Mix 1 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons each olive oil and lemon juice. Add a scant 2 teaspoons puréed canned chipotle chiles in adobo, a teaspoon or so of garlic and a handful of chopped cilantro. Taste, add salt and add more garlic, lemon, etc. if needed.
On the Web
Last week I asked you for good pea recipes. If you’d like to see the ones
fellow readers sent in, go to the Web version of my column at www.communitypress.com or call 513-5916163 and leave your name and address if you’d like one mailed to you. 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.
Home Security Systems Reduce the Chance of Robbery by 300%
LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!
- National Home Safety Council
For Sale by Owner Workshop
FO PRO R A TE BO C T UT $ION 1/D AY
CALL FOR YOUR FREE* HOME SECURITY SYSTEM TODAY!
Learn more about selling your property “By Owner” without paying commissions. Topics include pricing your property, home prep, open house showing, and much more.
THAT’S THE EQUIVALENT OF
AN $850 VALUE With $99.00 Customer Installation Charge and purchase of alarm monitoring services. See Important Terms and Conditions below.
THIS SPECIAL OFFER INCLUDES:
Marketing Advisors, Home Inspectors, Stagers etc.
• Free Home Security System Just $99 Installed!
How to market your property to SELL!
• 24/7 Monitoring by ADT Professionals
Valuable discounts on advertising
• Keychain Remote Included • Easy-To-Use Alarm System (covers 3000 sq ft.)
Beverages and snacks all in our recently re-stored historical Newport building
Saturday, June 27th 821 York Street 2nd floor ballroom Newport, Kentucky 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Go to CincyHomeForSale.com or NKYHomeForSale.com for the complete workshop agenda and FREE registration. $25 at the door.
THIS EXCLUSIVE OFFER WON’T LAST LONG CALL TODAY!
1-513-685-4238
99.00 Customer Installation Charge. 36 - Month Monitoring Agreement required at $ 35.99 per month ( $1,295.64). Form of payment must be by credit card or electronic charge to your checking or savings account. Of fer applies to homeowners only. Local permit fees may be required. Satisfactor y credit histor y required. Certain restrictions may apply. Of fer valid for new ADT Authorized Dealer customers only and not on purchases from ADT Securit y Ser vices, Inc. Other rate plans available. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Licenses: OH - 53 89 1446, Cit y of Cincinnati: AC86, For full list of licenses visit our website w w w.protect yourhome.com
$
For Sale By Owner Resources, LLC.
Community
Northwest Press
June 24, 2009
B5
The answer is…
You can see stars, on the planters anyhow, at Treasured Friends Gifts and Home Decor at 3590 W. Galbraith Road. Correct answers came from G a i l H a l l g a t h , D e b b i e Fa l e s , N a n c y B r u n e r, Pa t Merfert, Joane D o n n e l l y, J a m i e and Jake Spears, Leann Mann, Carol Sandman, Julie To p i c z , M a r y B o w l i n g . Thanks for playing. See next week's clue on A2. JENNIE KEY/STAFF
Donation may win tickets
Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati wants you to enjoy the “suite” life of baseball. Donate blood between through Saturday, June 27, at any Hoxworth Neighborhood Donor Center or Mobile Blood Drive and you will be automatically entered to win one of four pairs of suite tickets to watch the Reds at Great American Ball Park on Friday, July 31. For details, go to www. hoxworth.org/groups/reds. Four lucky winners will be
CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT
Computer recycling
Do you have an old computer or peripheral you would like to discard? From now until Dec. 30, residents of Hamilton County can dispose of their old monitors, computers, printers, back-up batteries and even fax machines and cell phones. The program is sponsored by the Hamilton County Solid Waste Management District. Items can be dropped off for recycling between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, at 2TRG, 11093 Kenwood Road No. 7, in Blue Ash. Please bring proof of residency, such as a driver’s license or utility bill. This program cannot accept items from businesses, churches, schools or nonprofit organizations. For more information, call 946-7766.
Sat. July 18, 2009 • 10-2:00
SSTAVERMAN TAV E R M A N FARMS FA R M S
FREE ESTIMATES
3408 North Bend Road, #5 Cincinnati, Ohio 45239 Office: (513) 661-5208 Cell: 706-2629 Kearney1@fuse.net
Fresh Amish Grown and Locally Grown Produce Tomatoes, Beans, Cucumbers, Corn, Melons and more. Also available in Canning Quantities
Monday-Sat. 10 A - 7 P / Sunday 10 A - 6 P 729-0104
Bring This Valuable Coupon When You Join Us At
A Sweet Life
9328 Pippin Rd. (between Compton & Adams)
0000342159
• Accounting • Payroll • Taxes
selected at random to receive the tickets. Winners will be contacted Monday, June 29.
0000342419
Bank Road, between Kemper and Crest roads in Colerain Township, will close beginning Monday, July 6. Work being performed by Rack Ballauer will take place during normal work hours only and is anticipated to last until Sept. 4, weather permitting. Any problems or questions should be directed to either Scott Rack with Rack Ballauer at 738-7000 or to Harry Schmeusser with the Hamilton County Engineer at 946-8430. The contractor’s detour will be routed over Kemper Road to Pippin Road to Crest Road and vice versa. For information on other projects, go to www.hamiltonco.org/engineer.
5610 Cheviot Rd
Choose from Jewelry, Engraved Items, Handcrafted Gifts, and more for Weddings, Baby Showers, Birthdays, and all your gift giving needs.
10% OFF
YOUR ENTIRE CRAFT PURCHASE (CUPCAKES NOT INCLUDED) Expires July 31, 2009
Store Hours: Mo M o Monday To Friday 10 To 7 Saturdays 10-5 0000342661
Road closed
TASTE OF TERRI’S AND MORE (Little Cafe)
JOHN T. KEARNEY
BRIEFLY
Last week’s clue.
9898 Colerain Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45251
(between HH Gregg & Outback Steakhouse)
At Kentucky State Parks
513-741-7800
Retirement Security in an Uncertain World
Kentucky’s 52 state parks offer an abundance of adventures including hiking, biking, camping, fishing, golfing, horseback riding, tennis, boating and much, much more.
Sometimes it is difficult to know what’s going to happen next.
• 17 resort parks featuring comfortable lodge accommodations and fabulous restaurants
In times like these, it’s a comfort to realize that Twin Towers has provided safe and secure retirement living for nearly 110 years.
• 24 state recreation parks
This vibrant community has watched over Twin Towers’ residents before World War I, through the Great Depression, a second World War and in other difficult times.
• 11 state historic sites
Always there. Always strong.
Throughout Twin Towers’ long history, no one has ever had to leave Twin Towers because they outlived their financial resources. Guaranteed retirement security.
If you’re looking for buyers, you’re in the right neighborhood.
1-800-255-PARK (7275) www.parks.ky.gov
Stability, security and a fulfilling retirement. Twin Towers!
“Save some Lincolns” at participating Kentucky State Resort Parks.
Schedule a visit today by calling (513) 853-2001
nted Discou Fees ce Entran % 10 - 20 Twin Towers, a Life Enriching Communities campus affiliated with the West Ohio Conference of the United Methodist Church, welcomes people of all faiths.
One coupon per stay (valid multiple nights). For online reservations, use code “SADV9.” Applicable taxes apply. For leisure travel only. Not to be combined with other offers. Limited number of rooms for this offer at each park.
0000339193
To place an ad call 513.242.4000 or 859.283.7290, or visit CommunityClassified.com
Stay in a lodge room at Blue Licks Battlefield, Buckhorn Lake, Carter Caves, Greenbo Lake, Jenny Wiley, Kenlake, Pennyrile Forest, or Rough River Dam for $55 per night with this coupon. Good Sun.–Thurs., June 1–30 & Aug. 3–Sept. 30. Holidays Excluded.
0000341923
it pays to stay local!
Save Time!...Save Money!...Save Gas!
miami lakes sports I-275 - I-74 at Rte. 128 Miamitown
353-3100
BATTING CAGES AND GOLF DRIVING RANGE
MONSTER MATS - Best Mats in Tri-State Area! Mini Golf Redesign, Newly Carpeted
FREE!
1 Coupon Per Customer Expires 7-31-09
FREE
Round of Balls $1.00 Value Buy token... Get One
FREE!
1 Coupon Per Customer Expires 7-31-09
MINI GOLF SPECIAL!
2 for the price of 1 Save $3.50 1 Coupon Per Customer Expires 7-31-09
MONDAY
CHEAP BEER NIGHT - $5.00 Draft Pitchers $1.00 - 16 oz. Drafts 9:30-11:30 p.m. $5.00 OFF All You Can Bowl ALL NEW GLOW BOWL
check out www.heidslanes.com for times & specials
$
10.99 Adults
5.99 4 yrs.-11 yrs. SUNDAY $8.99 Adults $ 5.99 4 yrs.-11 yrs. $
0000342996
Bucket of Balls $4.00 Value Buy 1 Bucket Any Size... Get 1 Small Bucket
BATTING CAGE SPECIAL!
MONDAY – Chicken Dinner 4:30-8 SUNDAY – Breakfast 10 to 1
8:00-10:00 p.m. - $7.00 per person - All You Can Bowl Disco Lights & Fun Dance Music
0000342906
FREE
NEW BUFFETS!
TWEEN NIGHT - AGES 10 TO 15
Lessons by Dean Prowse - 19 Years Experience PGA Tour & Mini Tour Playing Professional Excellent Teacher for All Levels Lessons: Private / Groups / Clinics GOLF SPECIAL!
3853 Race Road 574-0222
6341 Cheviot Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45247 (513) 385-0039 • www.heidslanes.com
Check out our full menu & savings at www.RonsRoost.net
0000343079
INDOOR BATTING CAGES HEATED & COVERED TEES OPEN YEAR ROUND
B6
Northwest Press
Community
June 24, 2009
Auxiliary’s Springtime event successful It was another sell-out crowd at the Western Hills Country Club recently for the annual Mercy Hospital Western Hills Auxiliary’s “Springtime Elegance” event, which raised nearly $15,000 for the organization. According to co-chairs Susan Greiner and Julie Raleigh, guests enjoyed a luncheon program, which included raffles, contests, door prizes and gift bags for all. Models from Dillard’s West Town Centre delivered a seasonal fashion show. Major award cash winners included Mark
Std Reglazing $225 w/ AD 0000342327
$175 Expires 7/1/09
New Teachers
THE ORIGINAL
QUILTING
New & exciting classes by these teachers and more!
CRAFTS EXPO
June 25, 26, 27, 2009 Classes begin June 24 Cincinnati, OH
Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Rd., Sharonville, OH 45246
Sign up for classes today! Vendor Mall Hours: Thurs. & Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Classes begin at 8:30 a.m.
Admission: $7 3 Days ONLY $12 Kids: Under 16 FREE
elinor peace bailey
SEWING
New Vendors
Cynthia Guffey
New Classes
Sewing machines sponsored by Sew-EZY Sewing Studio
Thank our sponsors
800-473-9464
Parking FREE
www.cdmshows.com BRING THIS AD TO THE EXPO AND ENTER TO WIN $25
CE 09
PROVIDED. SEND PHOTOS TO MEMRAL@COMMUNITYPRESS.COM
Julie Raleigh, of the Mercy Hospital Western Hills Auxiliary, plays “Fashion Trivia” with a guest as fashion show commentator Claire Fuller, Dillard’s, looks on
REAL ESTATE COLERAIN TOWNSHIP
Blue Meadow Lane: Western Benchmark LLC to NVR Inc.; $62,500. Blue Meadow Lane: Western Benchmark LLC to NVR Inc.; $55,000. Blue Meadow Lane: Western Benchmark LLC to NVR Inc.; $60,000. 10219 Storm Drive: Nationstar Mortgage LLC to Fogle, Athena L.; $54,500. 2549 Retford Drive: Ingham, Anthony to Stone, Lawrence W. Sr.; $97,500. 2581 Byrneside Ave.: Toure, Alsace L. and Obeidallahi to Citibank NA Tr.; $72,000. 2961 Regal Lane: Reynolds, Michelle to Federal National Mortgage Association; $113,300. 3017 Montezuma Drive: Banker, Diane S. Tr. to Culberson, John W.; $125,000. 3137 McGill Lane: Powell, Sheila A. to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company Tr.; $90,000. 3305 March Terrace: Denier, Kimberly
Open Late Fridays!
The OMNIMAX® Film
Dinosaurs Unearthed will take you back in time with more than 20 life-sized roaring, moving dinosaurs, full skeletons and newly discovered fossils. See it with the OMNIMAX® film, Dinosaurs Alive ! Fridays, through 29, the willlate be open Every Friday, theMay exhibit willexhibit be open withlate! the 5 to 9last p.m. with lastat entry at 8 p.m. entrythe time 8 p.m.
0000339202
Media Partners
(513) 287-7000 • www.cincymuseum.org
and Steven to Schmidt, Andrea K. and Adam Buelterman; $129,000. 3745 Vernier Drive: Brandenburg, Darrell to Brannock, Julie A.; $90,750. 7267 Hunters Ridge Lane: Maronda Homes of Cincinnati LLC to Heidemann, Joseph J. and Mary F.; $264,900. 8343 Royal Heights Drive: Burton, Larry D. and Judith A. to Robison, Jeremy R. and Lisa E.; $65,000. 9266 Comstock Drive: Schlotterbeck, Scott Tr. to Weisenburger, Lori; $90,250. 9824 Prechtel Road: Weil, Paul R. Jr. 4 to Grogan, Joanne F.; $44,400. 9893 Pinedale Drive: Kemper, Tina M. to Household Realty Corporation; $72,000. 9906 Wiscasset Way: Bradley, Ricky D. and Sherry L. to Wachovia Bank of Delaware NA; $46,000.
GREEN TOWNSHIP
1328 Pennsbury Drive: Wissinger, Patricia to Jennison, Judy; $160,000. 1969 Faywood Ave.: Hatton, James M. and Elizabeth S. to Moeller, Kevin; $25,000. 2850 Werkridge Drive: Merrill, Lillian A. to Siegel, David A.; $155,000. 3116 Locust Log Lane: Hengehold, Esther M. Tr. and Michael R. Tr. to Robinson, John L. and Barbara J.; $124,000. 3322 Greenway Ave.: Kovac, John T. and Elizabeth M. to Poland, Rachel M. and Steven T.; $112,500. 3335 Emerald Lakes Drive: G&R Construction Co. Inc. to Wu, Tracy S.; $68,100.
The Exhibition
Community Partner
Bergman, M.D. ($500), Mary Davis ($400), Diane Wolfer ($300), Arlene Mendel ($200) and Dolores Ritchie ($100). Nancy Moran won $465 in Splitthe-Pot. There were numerous additional prize winners from throughout the community. Special thanks to Jenny Chasteen, owner of Jenny’s Homemade Cookies, for donating her oversized cookies and to the many area individuals and merchants who made cash donations and contributed more than 100 items for raffle baskets or door prizes.
3335 Emerald Lakes Drive: G&R Construction Co. Inc. to Cheviot Savings Bank; $68,000. 3634 Lakewood Drive: Reinshagen, Diane to Thacker, Maigen M. and Justin L.; $109,900. 3694 Neiheisel Ave.: Petree, Jessica L. to Noyes, Kathleen E.; $113,000. 4012 Clearpoint Drive: Edw. Niehaus Builders Inc. to Denier, Steven M. and Kimberly M.; $432,491. 4229 Homelawn Ave.: Hurlburt, Ruth M. Tr. to Moore, Alyssa and Joshua Smith; $97,500. 4250 Pictureview Lane: Oxley, Norman and Betsy A. to Hess, Jerald L. and Patricia A.; $180,000. 4941 Arbor Woods Court: Pfirrman, Thomas R. Tr. to Schoemer, Wilma F.; $102,500. 5165 North Bend Road: Vinson, Albert J. to Westover Court LLC; $184,000. 5165 North Bend Road: Vinson, Albert J. to Westover Court LLC; $184,000. 5644 Reemelin Road: Barlag, Denise A. to Gills, Joseph L.; $95,000. 5644 Reemelin Road: Barlag, Denise A. to Gills, Joseph L.; $95,000. 5770 Beech Grove Lane: Stenger, Jerry and Beverly Reymann to Lambert, Jeffrey R. and Jennifer L.; $315,000. 6302 Harrison Ave.: Autolux Inc. to Belclare Properties LLC; $775,000. 6588 Hearne Road: Brewer, Mary Ann to Baker, Elizabeth; $59,900. 6746 Kelsey’s Oak Court: J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Corp. to Brinkmann, Gregory; $98,500. 6847 Jimjon Court: Brinkman, Bradley J. and Zachary C. to Brinkman, Zachary C.; $102,950.
SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP
1076 Hempstead Drive: Fischbaum, Laurel S. to Fischbaum, Laurel S. 2; $1,252. 12140 Deerhorn Drive: Bernales, Virginia to Stratton, Michael S.; $139,000. 1331 Randomhill Road: Royale Management Group LLC to J.P. Morgan Chase Bank NA; $60,000. 1763 Grayrick Drive: Homesales Inc. to Equity Trust Company; $46,500. 1807 John Gray Road: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company Tr. to Midwest Equity Holdings Inc.; $65,000. 7790 Fancycab Court: Sirva Relocation Properties LLC to Hunt Jeanne; $156,000. 7790 Fancycab Court: Collins, Lloyd D. to Sirva Relocation Properties LLC; $156,000. 8564 Brent Drive: Sims, Kimberly to La Salle Bank NA Tr.; $81,695. 8751 Monsanto Drive: Sweetland, Richard L. Jr. to Hudson, Karen; $113,900. 8883 Balboa Drive: Spears, Jerry L. and Diana L. to Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation; $48,000. 944 Finney Trail: McCoy, Margaret T. to Keller, Benjamin B. and Amy L.; $172,000. 958 Vacationland Drive: Smith, Phillip A. and Patricia Y. to HSBC Bank USA Tr.; $76,000. 9639 Leebrook Drive: Serge Investments LLC to Richard, Maureen and Brian; $187,500.
THE RECORD
ON
Dick Barnell
Richard Clarence "Dick" Barnell, 78, died June 12. He was a truck driver. He was a Navy veteran of World War II, a church usher and a member of the Knights of Barnell Columbus, Archbishop Purcell Council 2798. Survived by wife Ruth Spinnenweber Barnell; children Barbara Schoener, Dan, Jim Barnell, Mary Johnston, Diane Lottman; grandchildren Sarah, Jason Schoener, Mariah Johnston, Mark, Denise Lottman, Shelby, Allison, Danny Barnell. Preceded in death by brother Donald Barnell. Services were June 16 at St. Teresa of Avila. Arrangements by Rebold, Rosenacker & Sexton Funeral Home. Memorials to: St. Teresa of Avila Memorial Fund, 1175 Overlook Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45238 or Knights of Columbus Measure Up Golf Tournament, 3621 Glenmore Ave., Cheviot, OH 45211.
Zigfrids Brakmanis
Zigfrids Karlis Brakmanis, 98,
POLICE REPORTS COLERAIN TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations
Nancy Sherman, 33, 2618 Barthas Place, disorderly conduct at 8210 Pippin Road, May 23. Kelley Anderson, 22, 3566 Cooper Road, disorderly conduct at 8200 Pippin Road, May 23. Juvenile female, 16, domestic violence at 2897 Struble Road, May 25. David Ross, 39, 3240 Rocker Drive, criminal damaging at 3240 Rocker Drive, May 3. Juvenile female, 15, theft at 8451 Colerain Ave., May 18. Juvenile female, 17, theft at 9501 Colerain Ave., May 23. Juvenile male, 17, theft at 9501 Colerain Ave., May 26. Juvenile male, 17, theft at 9501 Colerain Ave., May 26. Juvenile female, 16, disorderly conduct at 3025 Hyannis Drive, May 25. Jarred Wilkins, 21, 9930 Jackson Street, disorderly conduct at state Route 126 and Ulrich, May 27.
Police reports continued B8
June 24, 2009
BIRTHS
|
DEATHS
|
POLICE
Editor Jennie Key | jkey@communitypress.com | 853-6272
|
REAL
Your Community newspaper serving Colerain Township, Green Township, Groesbeck, Monfort Heights, Pleasant Run, Seven Hills, White Oak
ESTATE
communitypress.com
DEATHS
died June 13 in Louisville, Ky. He worked first for the Pease Woodworking Company before retiring from Western Cabinet. He was born in Latvia. Survived by children Dzintra Platacis, Gunta Emmons-Zivarts, Aija Potapous, Vija Navarro, Gretchen, Edward Brakmanis; grandchildren Matthew Emmons, Erika Goetzinger, Ina Legzdins, Mandy Jo Roper, Marnie Bozic, Richard Navarro, Krista Patrick, Karen King, Lourdes Monahan, Victoria Brakmanis; greatgrandchildren Anja, Ellie Ana, Kelly Jo, Krissa, Laura, Markus, Nathan, Natalie, Matthew; sister Ausma Balinkin. Preceded in death by wife Vilhelmine, son Zigfrid Steven. Services were June 20 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home. Memorials to: Animal Care Society, 12207 Westport Road, Louisville, KY 402451701.
Alice Hanesworth
Alice Flaten Hanesworth, 79, died June 10. Survived by daughters Deborah Snellgrove, Catherine Zimmerman; grandchildren Michael, Matt, Kate Snellgrove, Christen, Caitlyn, Callie Zimmerman; siblings Orville, L. Bud Flaten, Ruth Johnson, Delores Junkman, Ethel Yeske. Preceded in death by husband Leonard Hanesworth. Services were June 13 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home. Memorials to Trinity Lutheran Church.
Lois Hilpolsteiner
Lois Fulmer Hilpolsteiner, 70, died June 15. Survived by husband Jacob Hilpolsteiner; daughter Lori Gehr; grandchildren Alison, Michael; sister
Northwest Press
JoAnn Johnston; nephew John Johnston. Services were June 19 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home. Memorials to: American Cancer Society, 2808 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45206.
Donna Hooper
Donna Morris Hooper, 40, died June 15. Survived by husband Steven Hooper; children Ashley, Christopher, Anthony Black, Cameron Hooper; stepchildren Katie, Drew Hooper; siblings Chuck Morris, Mary Stokes. Preceded in death by sister Debbie Rusk. Services were June 19 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home.
Dora Smalley
Dora Johnson Smalley, 85, died
June 16. Survived by husband Calvin Smalley; children Sandy Sieve, Craig Smalley; grandchildren Shannon, Jeff, Scott, Amy; sisters Alice Wilder, Audrey Beerman, Dorothy Martin. Services were June 19 at the Mercy Franciscan at West Park Chapel. Arrangements by Vitt, Stermer & Anderson Funeral Home. Memorials to the Alzheimer’s Association.
George Sundrup Jr.
George L. Sundrup Jr., 87, Green Township, died June 5. Survived by children Theresa “Terry” Hoeper, Mary Lou Slattery, George Sundrup III, Elaine Schumacher; grandchildren Chris, Kevin, Katie, Erin, Maureen, Brian, Kim, Nick, Craig, Kelly, Amy, Maria; greatgranddaughter Emma. Preceded in
B7
PRESS
About obituaries
Basic obituary information and a color photograph of your loved one is published without charge by The Community Press.Call us at 853-6262 for a submission form. To publish a larger memorial tribute, call 242-4000 for pricing details. death by wife Helen Geers Sundrup, sister Lorraine Lobitz. Services were June 9 at St. James Church. Arrangements by Frederick Funeral Home. Memorials to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Sundrup
Clippard Family YMCA Preschool Learning Center
8920 Cheviot Road 923-4466
Powel Crosley Jr. YMCA 9601 Winton Road 521-7112
✷
New! Full Day Preschool! (6:30 - 6:00 option)
✷
Featuring Healthy Lifestyle Activities Character Building • Swim Lessons Experienced Staff • Affordable Fees
YMCA
YMCA of Greater Cincinnati
DIRECTORY Jenny Eilermann
INDEPENDENT BAPTIST
EPISCOPAL
Friendship Baptist Church 8580 Cheviot Rd 741-7017 Gary Jackson, Senior Pastor Sunday School 10:00am Sunday Morning Services 8:45 & 11:00am Sunday Evening Services 6:30pm 7:00pm Wednesday Service AWANA (Wed) 7:00 - 8:45pm
ChristChurchGlendaleEpiscopalChurch
Well staffed Nursery, Active Youth & College Groups, Exciting Music Dept, Seniors Group, Deaf Ministry www.friendshipbaptistcincinnati.org
965 Forest Ave - 771-1544 christchurch1@fuse.net www.christchurchglendale.org The Reverend Roger L Foote The Reverend Laura L Chace, Deacon 8am Holy Eucharist I 9am Holy Eucharist II 11am Holy Eucharist II Child Care 9-11 Healing intercessory prayer all services
Seek Jesus Share Jesus Serve Jesus
BAPTIST Creek Road Baptist Church 3906 Creek Rd., Sharonville, Cincinnati, OH 513-563-2410 elder@creekroad.org Sunday School 9:30am Sunday Worship 10:45am, 6:00pm Wednesday Worship 7:00pm Pastor, Rev. David B Smith
St. Stephen’s Episcopal C hurch 9191 Daly Road, Springfield Tw p., 522-8628 w w w .ststep h en s-cin ci.o rg The R ev’d D avid B. Bailey, Pastor Sum m er Schedule: June thru August Sunday, 8am & 10:30am Holy Com m union W ed. 7pm Evening Prayer First Sat. of each m onth, 10am Outdoor Stations of the Cross
LUTHERAN Christ Lutheran Church (LCMS)
ROMAN CATHOLIC St. Martin Dr Porres Catholic Church
9927 Wayne Ave * Lincoln Hts, Ohio 45215 513-554-4010 Pastor: Fr Thomas Difolco African American in History & Heritage Roman Catholic in Faith & Practice Services: Saturday at 7:00p & Sunday at 10:00a You are always welcome at St. Martin de Porres
CHRISTIAN CHURCH DISCIPLES Mt. Healthy Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
7717 Harrison Ave Mt. Healthy, OH 45231 Rev. Michael Doerr, Pastor 513-521-6029 Sunday 9:00 a.m...... Contemporary Service 9:45a.m...... Sunday School 10:45 a.m........ Traditional Worship Nursery Staff Provided “A Caring Community of Faith” Welcomes You
•
513.768.8614
LUTHERAN
Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS 5921 Springdale Rd 1mi west of Blue Rock
Rev Lyle Rasch, Pastor
Worship 10:30 am Sunday School: 9:20 am Traditional Service and Hymnbook
www.lutheransonline.com/joinus
385-7024
Trinity Lutheran Church
1553 Kinney Ave Mt Healthy 522-3026 Pastor Todd A. Cutter
8:30am Traditional Worship 9:45am Sunday School 10:45am Breakout Contemporary Worship Visit us at: www.trinitymthealthy.orgs
UNITED METHODIST Christ, the Prince of Peace
3301 Compton Rd (1 block east of Colerain) 385-8342 Sunday School & Bible Class (all ages) 9:45am Sunday Worship 8:30 & 11:00am Saturday Evening Worship 5:30pm A great community church in a great community! Also home to Little Bud Preschool 385-8404 enrolling now! Visit our website: www.church-lcms.org
United Methodist Church 10507 “Old” Colerain Ave (513)385-7883 Rev. Joe Hadley, Pastor Church School for all ages 9:15am Worship 10:30am - Nursery Available www.cpop-umc.org
Faith Lutheran Church
CHURCH OF THE SAVIOUR
8265 Winton Rd., Finneytown www.faithcinci.org Pastor Robert Curry Contemporary Service 9am Traditional Service 11:00am
Sunday School 10:15
HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH 9:30 am Traditional Service 11:00 am Contemporary Service 4695 Blue Rock Road Colerain Township South of Ronald Reagan and I-275 923-3370 www.hopeonbluerock.org
“Small enough to know you, Big enough to care”
8005 Pfeiffer Rd Montgmry 791-3142 www.cos-umc.org
"24/7 Joy: Facing Stress" Traditional Worship 8:20am & 11:00am Contemporary Worship 9:40am Sunday School (All ages) 9:40 & 11am Nursery Care Provided
Dr. Cathy Johns, Senior Pastor Rev. Doug Johns, Senior Pastor
FOREST CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 680 W Sharon Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45240
513-825-3040
Traditional Service: 8:30 & 11:00am ConneXion Contemporary Service: 11:00am Sunday School: 9:30am
churchads@enquirer.com
UNITED METHODIST
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
Sharonville PC (USA)
Monfort Heights
United Methodist Church
3682 West Fork Rd W of North Bend Traditional Worship 8:30 & 11:00am Contemporary Worhip 9:44am
Services Sunday - 9:30 & 11am
Nursery Available * Sunday School 513-481-8699 * www. mhumc.org Spiritual Checkpoint ... Stop In For An Evaluation!
Mt Healthy United Methodist Church
Corner of Compton and Perry Streets 931-5827 Sunday School 8:45 - 9:45am Traditional Worship 10:00 - 11:00am Contemporary Worship 11:30 - 12:30 Healing Service, last Sunday of the month at 5 pm "Come as a guest. Leave as a friend".
Sharonville United Methodist
8:15 & 11am Traditional Service & Kingdom Kids 9:30am Contemporary Worship & Sunday School 7:00pm Wednesday, Small Groups for all ages Infant care available for all services
3751 Creek Rd.
513-563-0117
HIGHVIEW CHRISTIAN CHURCH “Life on Purpose in Community” 2651 Adams Rd. (near Pippin) Worship Assembly-Sunday 10:45am Phone 825-9553 www.highviewchristianchurch.com
VINEYARD CHURCH NORTHWEST COLERAIN TOWNSHIP Three Weekend Services! Saturday - 5:30 pm Sunday - 9:30 & 11:15 am 9165 Round Top Rd (1/4 mi. so. of Northgate Mall)
513-385-4888 www.vcnw.org
Sun Worship 9:45am/ Study 11:00am Childcare Provided Wed Nite P&W with Supper 5:30pm 3755 Cornell Rd 563-6447 www.geocities.com/spc45241 ............................................
Taiwanese Ministry 769-0728
2:00pm
EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN EVANGELICAL COMMUNITY CHURCH
Sunday School Hour (for all ages) 9:15 - 10:15am Worship Service - 10:30 to 11:45am (Childcare provided for infants/ toddlers) Pastor: Rich Lanning Church: 2191 Struble Rd Office: 2192 Springdale Rd
542-9025
Visitors Welcome www.eccfellowship.org
PRESBYTERIAN
Presbyterian Church www.sharonville-umc.org Northminister 703 Compton Rd., Finneytown 931-0243
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
PRESBYTERIAN
Transforming Lives for Jesus Christ Sunday Worship Schedule Traditional Services: 8:00 & 10:15am Contemporary Services: 9:00 & 11:30am Student Cafe: 10:15am Childcare Available Jeff Hosmer & Nancy Ross- Zimmerman - Pastors
3:00pm
The Presbyterian Church of Wyoming 225 Wyoming Avenue • Wyoming 513-821-8735 www.pcwyoming.org Traditional Worship 8am & 11am Contemporary Worship 9am. At the pool for the month of July!
UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST FLEMING ROAD United Church of Christ 691 Fleming Rd 522-2780 Rev Pat McKinney
Sunday School - All Ages - 9:15am Sunday Worship - 10:30am
Nursery Provided
St. Paul United Church of Christ 5312 Old Blue Rock Rd., off Springdale
Pastor: Jessica Taft 385-9077 Sunday Worship: 10:30am Sunday School: 9:15am
Nursery Available/Handicap Access
www.stpaulucccolerain.org
St Paul - North College Hill
Northwest Community Church 8745 Cheviot Rd, by Colerain HS 513-385-8973 Worship and Sunday School 10AM Handicap Accessible/Nursery Available
Salem White Oak Presbyterian
6997 Hamilton Ave 931-2205 Rev. Virginia Duffy, Interim Minister Lollie Kasulones, Minister for Program Evelyn Osterbrock, Minister for Children Sundays: Music & Announcement 9:45am Worship at 10:00am Sunday School and Child Care Nurtured And Fellowship Groups For All Ages www.stpaulnch.org
B8
Northwest Press
On the record
June 24, 2009
POLICE REPORTS From B7
May 20. Timothy Price, 43, 833 W. Galbraith Road, open container at U.S. 27 , May 19. Breit Bryant, 28, 6220 Schunk Court, operating motor vehicle intoxicated at US 27 and Roundtree Road, May 21. Juvenile male, 16, theft at 11740 Hamilton Ave., May 26. Juvenile male, 15, theft at 11740 Hamilton Ave., May 26. Juvenile male, 15, theft at 11740 Hamilton Ave., May 26. Charles Barker, 49, 9487 Haddington Court, theft at 9690 Colerain Ave., May 26. Patrick Thompson, 38, 11327 Gravenhurst Ave., domestic violence at 11327 Gravenhurst Drive, May 29. Chastity Kendrick, 29, 11327 Graven Hurst Circle, domestic violence at 11327 Gravenhurst Drive, May 29. Melvin Miller, 46, 3328 Glenmore Ave., failure to comply, resisting arrest, open container at Hollybrook Court, May 27. Corey Ramsey, 18, 1491 Gardner , theft at 9687 Colerain Ave., May 26. Jenovie Payne, 53, 3971 Dickson Ave., theft at 9681 Colerain Ave., May 25. Caleena Turner, 26, 2323 Walden
Juvenile female, 16, theft at 9651 Colerain Ave., May 26. Juvenile male, 17, theft at 9651 Colerain Ave., May 26. Tyrone Embry, 39, 2879 Royal Glen, disorderly conduct at 3180 Springdale Road, May 28. Justin Boettcher, 24, 1325 Mimosa Lane, receiving stolen property, drug instruments at 3624 Springdale Road, May 21. Heather Mauney, 18, 8240 Royal Heights Drive, theft at 9690 Colerain Ave., May 21. Ashley Johnson, 18, 300 Lytle Place, theft at 9501 Colerain Ave., May 24. Guy Tenkatte, 36, 1619 Waverly Ave., theft, falsification at 9651 Colerain Ave., May 21. Devin Marcum, 30, 513 Linden, theft at 9681 Colerain Ave., May 21. Dennis Hicks, 23, 5549 Old Blue Rock Road, drug possession, drug paraphernalia at 5549 Old Blue Rock Road, May 19. Angela Proffitt, 38, 3167 Regal Lane, obstructing official business at US 27 and Reagan Highway, May 20. Juvenile female, 14, theft at 4200 Springdale Road, May 18. Charlene Inman, 42, 3280 Jessup Drive, theft at 8451 Colerain Ave.,
Glen Circle, theft at 8451 Colerain Ave., May 25. Bryan Honnerlaw, 23, 3215 Ainsworth, drug possession at 3300 Deshler, June 1. Deron Moore, 23, 2926 Banning Road, assault at 2926 Banning Road, May 30. Elizabeth Musselman, 25, 1208 Alwil Drive, theft at 8451 Colerain Ave., May 27. Brittani Blanton, 19, 8222 Galbraith Road, theft at 8451 Colerain Ave., May 27. Stehpanie Dangerfield, 26, 8222 Galbraith Road, theft at 8451 Colerain Ave., May 27. Lucas Arnette, 18, 2407 Pinwood Lane, underage possession of alcohol at 8330 Colerain Ave., May 23. Juvenile male, 16, underage possession of alcohol at 8330 Colerain Ave., May 23. Latoya Thomas, 24, 278 Helen Street, theft at 8451 Colerain Ave., May 24. Eboni Bradley, 22, 278 Helen Street, theft at 8451 Colerain Ave., May 24. Juvenile female, 16, complicity at 8451 Colerain Ave., May 24. Juvenile female, 16, theft at 9690 Colerain Ave., May 23. Juvenile male, 17, aggravated robbery
Second Sunday Concert Season at Arlington Memorial Gardens
Vacant home entered at 2243 Merriway Ave., May 21. House entered and laptop, TV, stereo of unknown value removed at 3144 Niagara Street, May 22. House window at 3211 Lapland Drive, May 23.
Burglary
Residence entered and laundry, watch of unknown value removed at 3144 Niagara Street, May 21. Residence entered and Playstation 2 controllers, games, cell phone valued at $1,250 removed at 2416 Walden Glen Circle, May 24. Window of van shattered at 3461 Joseph Street, May 21. Apartment window shattered at 2930 Jonrose Apt. 10, May 23. Door damaged at 3412 Coleen Drive, May 24. Rock thrown at vehicle at 11437 Gloria Ave., May 24. Spray paint found on side of residence at 2681 Grosvenor Drive, June 2. Tires punctured at 9165 Pippin Road, May 27. Vehicle window damaged at 3211 Lapland Drive, May 27. Garage door damaged at 5830
Sunday, July 12 Cincinnati at 7:00 pm Civic No rain date Orchestra Great compositions from Broadway
Sunday, August 9 Gem City Jazz Band
About police reports
Squirrelsnest, May 21. Window damaged at 3557 Springdale Road, May 28. Windshield damaged at 11435 Hamilton Ave., June 1.
Criminal mischief
Truck egged at 9899 Capstan Drive, May 24.
Criminal trespassing, theft
Reported at 10020 Crusader Drive, May 27.
Forgery
Signature forged on check at 3434 Lapland Drive, May 20.
Misuse of credit card
Credit card used without consent at 8682 Cheviot Road, May 19.
Rape
Female reported at on Arroka, May 26. Female reported at on Deshler Drive, May 22.
Theft
Lawn mowers valued at $400 removed at 2870 Stout Road, May 25. Stereo of unknown value removed at 2453 Aquarius Drive, May 22. Wallet and contents of unknown value removed at 3687 Stonecreek Blvd., May 23. Stereo and amp valued at $300 removed at 2780 Rumford Court, May 26. Vehicle entered and bag and contents valued at $30 removed at 2581 Tiverton Lane, June 2. Merchandise valued at $20.75 removed at 11435 Hamilton Ave., May 27. CD radio valued at $250 removed at 10212 Crestland Court, May 26. Radar detector valued at $180 removed at 11915 Waldon Drive, May 18. Merchandise valued at $10.81
0000341794
Sounds of the Thirties thru The 60’s. Complimentary Popcorn & Drink.
Incidents Breaking and entering
Criminal damaging
2009 Schedule
at 7:00 pm Rain date Aug. 23
at 6500 Colerain Ave., May 28. Tricia Latini, 28, 254 Mable Cliff, theft, drug paraphernalia, criminal trespassing at 10240 Colerain Ave., May 22. Benjamin Kunkel, 27, 2323 Wilson Ave., theft at 8451 Colerain Ave., May 22. Randall Patton, 19, 1868 W. Kemper Road, disorderly conduct at 10761 Pippin Road, May 21. Juvenile male, 13, theft, obstruction of official business at 3130 Jessup Road, May 21. Juvenile female, 17, assault at 10022 Pippin Road, May 22. Juvenile male, 17, criminal trespassing, obstructing official business at 2326 Walden Glen Circle, May 30.
IN CASE OF INCLEMENT WEATHER - CALL FOR INFORMATION
The Community Press publishes the names of all adults charged with offenses. The information is a matter of public record and does not imply guilt or innocence. To contact your police department: • Colerain Township: Chief Daniel P. Meloy, 245-6600. • Green Township: Chief Bart West, 574-0007; vandalism hotline 574-5323. • Hamilton County: Sheriff Simon Leis, 825-1500. • Springfield Township: Chief David Heimpold, 729-1300. removed at 9690 Colerain Ave., May 20. Camera and printer valued at $100 removed at 9690 Colerain Ave., May 20. Bike valued at $130 removed at Wuest Road, May 18. Vehicle entered at 3902 Hanley Road, May 22. Stereo valued at $100 removed at 2557 Mariposa Ave., May 20. Ladder removed from yard at 2859 Banning Road, May 20. Unknown currency removed from vehicle at 9908 Crusader Drive, May 17. Bike valued at $150 removed at 6917 Grange Court, May 21. Vehicle entered and basket of unknown value removed at 6285 Oakcreek Drive, May 29. Car stereo valued at $300 removed at 3316 W. Galbraith Road, May 28. Wallet and contents of unknown value removed at 8457 Colerain Ave., May 27. Vehicle entered and fishing poles, tennis equipment, chainsaw and camera valued at $850 removed at 8744 Wuest Road, May 27. Laptop valued at $278 removed at 10240 Colerain Ave., May 27. Digital camera and knife of unknown value removed at 4070 Resolute Drive, May 28. Yard lights and suitcase of unknown value removed at 3206 Niagara Street, May 29.
Unauthorized use of motor vehicle Dirtbike used without consent of owner at 6525 Blue Rock Road, May 20.]
of Celebrating Life & Preserving Memories
All are Welcome -
521-7003 - Free Admission
www.arlingtonmemorialgardens.org
Vandalism
Lights, mirrors broken and vehicle spray painted at 5736 Springdale Road, May 26. Reported at Pippin Road, May 20.
MT. HEALTHY NIGHT OWL BINGO
CINCINNATI DISTRICT 3
Mt. Healthy High School Cafeteria 2046 Adams Rd. Mt. Healthy - 729-0131
You Deserve a Rest
Arrests/citations
WED. NIGHT ONLY Doors Open 6:00 pm Bingo Starts 6:55 pm • No Computers Guaranteed $3500 Payout With 150 Players or More
MT. NOTRE DAME H.S. - EVERY TUESDAY EVE. 711 East Columbia • Reading
SmokeFree Bingo
PROGRESSIVE GAME $6100 & GROWING
Call Cathy at 513-494-1391 to get on mailing list for monthly specials. specials
Save the Animals Foundation BINGO
To place your
11330 Williamson Rd. off Cornell, in Blue Ash TUESDAY & FRIDAY Evenings - Doors Open 6pm
Preliminary Games 7:00pm - Reg Games 7:30pm OVER 25 DIFFERENT INSTANTS
We Gladly Accept Food Stamps
Do you find yourself… Needing a place for Mom or Dad to recover from surgery or a hospital stay?
Our respite stays feature restaurant-style meals, a full calendar of entertainment, housekeeping and laundry services, scheduled transportation to doctors’ appointments, on-site physical therapy and more!
Mon-Thurs. 9-6:00 • Fri 8-6 Sat. 9-5 • Sun 9-2
Mon-Fri. 8-6:30 Sat. 8-5 • Sun 8-2
0000343043
Spare Ribs ATRIA NORTHGATE PARK 9191 Round Top Road | Cincinnati, Ohio | 513.923.3711 www.atrianorthgatepark.com 521-34929
Prices effective 6/24/09 thru 7/07/09
9159 Winton Rd.
Whole Fryers
Call for more information.
ad call 513.242.4000 or 859.283.7290
2003 W. Galbraith Rd.
Brats, Metts, or Hot Metts Baby Back Ribs
Simply in need of a vacation?
BINGO
HUMBERT’S
521-6446
Caring for a parent wanting to sample senior living services?
aries Prelimin 5 Start 6:4
USDA Choice
Sirloin Steak
3 99 4 79 1 69 2 49 7 99
931-3324
Homemade
Mayonnaise or Mustard
LB.
Potato Salad
LB.
Chopped Sirloin Patties
LB.
LB.
LB.
2 19 3
49 LB.
LB.
299 Braunschweiger 399 Kahn’s Bologna
LB. LB.
Swiss or Colby Cheese
Half Untrimmed
Beef 4-5AvgLB Tenderloin
5 99 7 99 LB.
LB.
CHICKEN OR BEEF KABOB’S NOW AVAILABLE
0000342383
Do O ors 5:00pen pm
Dariz Bray, born 1987, drug abuse, 5300 Bahama Terrace, May 26. Denean Wallace, born 1971, possession of dangerous drugs, 4600 Rapid Run Drive, June 7. Frederick C. Rice, born 1966, robbery, 5000 Colerain Ave., May 12. Gary Jason Reed, born 1977, assault, 4500 Colerain Ave., May 19. Gregory Jeffries, born 1983, domestic violence obstruction of official business and felonious assault, 2500 Rack Court, May 28. Jaimey M. Bohlander, born 1978, soliciting prostitution and obstruction of official business, 2700 W. McMicken Ave., May 26. Kristine E. Ferdon, born 1987, possession of drug paraphernalia, 2800 W. McMicken Ave., May 12. Linsey Taite, born 1984, possession of drugs, 5300 Bahama Terrace, May 22. Nathan Williams, born 1989, Possession Of Drugs, 5600 Colerain Ave., May 17. Glenn E Spencer, born 1970, theft $300 to $5,000 and misuse of credit card, 5500 Colerain Ave., May 26. Adam Bostic, born 1982, possession of drugs and possession of drug paraphernalia, 5300 Bahama Terrace, May 22. Boketu Hughes, born 1972, assault, 2900 Highforest Lane, June 7. Carol A .Clark, born 1962, possession of open flask, 2500 W. North Bend Rd., June 6. Charles A. Brown, born 1963, domestic violence, 200 Xarrel St, May 26. David Lee Goins, born 1970, assault, 1000 Sturm Ave., May 28. Edward Walker, born 1985, domestic violence, 5100 Colerain Ave., June 8. George Adams, born 1944, criminal trespass, 2300 Conard St, May 12. Howard L. Jones, born 1988, falsification, 5000 Colerain Ave., May 12. Janerio Wilbur Spurlock, born 1978, possession of drugs, 5400 Colerain Ave., May 26. Morris L. Scott, born 1959, possession of open flask, 2500 W. North Bend Rd., June 6. Natasha R. Ward, born 1984, temporary protection order violation, 5500 Kirby Ave., May 19. Robert N. Harris, born 1963, criminal trespass, 2400 Kipling Ave., May 17. Tamara Lyn Harrison, born 1970, telecommunication harassment, 5400 Bahama Terrace, May 28. Tyrone Thomas, born 1988, aggravated menacing, 5100 Hawaiian Terrace, May 14. Xylina Johnson, born 1986, domestic violence, 5100 Colerain Ave., June 8.
Police reports continued B9
On the record
June 24, 2009
Northwest Press
B9
POLICE REPORTS From B8 Incidents Aggravated robbery
2500 W. North Bend Rd., June 12. 2700 Hillvista Lane, June 6.
Burglary
2900 Highforest Lane, June 8. 5000 Hawaiian Terrace, June 8. 5400 Bahama Terrace, June 11.
Felonious assault
5000 Hawaiian Terrace, June 11.
Rape
On Ponderosa Drive, June 7.
Theft
2400 Kipling Ave., June 7. 5300 Eastknoll Court, June 11. 5400 Bahama Terrace, June 9. 5400 Cindy Lane, June 10. 5500 Colerain Ave., June 7. 5800 Renee Court, June 8.
GREEN TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations
Brandon T. Trauthwein, 18, 492 Hibernia Drive, theft at 6251 Glenway Ave., May 30. Jerrel D. Roberson, 20, 8232 W. Galbraith Road, possession of marijuana at Eastbound Interstate 74, May 30. Juvenile, 17, domestic violence and criminal trespass at 5924 West
Fork Road, May 30. Leroy Bishop, 52, 2250 Park Ave., theft at 3690 Werk Road, May 31. Michael Bennett, 40, 7135 Leibel Road, domestic violence at 7135 Leibel Road, May 31. Chad Williams, 38, 1107 E. Southport Road, child endangerment and operating vehicle under the influence at Westbound I-74, June 1. Cameron G. Widget, 24, 221 E. Rochelle St., disorderly conduct at 6320 Glenway Ave., June 1. Marian N. Bonds, 23, 3321 Glenway Ave., disorderly conduct at 6320 Glenway Ave., June 1. Cynthia L. Davis, 46, 3991 Delhi Pike, theft at 6290 Glenway Ave., June 1. Shawn Hutchinson, 19, 3498 Alamosa, drug abuse at 5287 Jessup Road, May 31. Davon Powell, 20, 2380 Chris Lane, theft and possessing criminal tools at 6550 Harrison Ave., June 2. John Lapan, 27, 18521 Sycamore Woods Drive, theft and possessing criminal tools at 6550 Harrison Ave., June 2. Ryan Goozey, 28, 6464 Wesselman Road, theft at 5770 Harrison Ave., June 2. Nathan A. May, 20, 2056 Southacres
Drive, possession of marijuana and underage consumption at Lawrence Road and Aurora Avenue, June 2. Corey M. Medlock, 20, 5602 Lawrence Road, underage consumption at Lawrence Road and Aurora Avenue, June 2. Cieara Duncan, 19, 2731 E. Tower Drive, underage consumption at Lawrence Road and Aurora Avenue, June 2. Juvenile, 16, underage consumption at Lawrence Road and Aurora Avenue, June 2. Teonn L. Barfield, 27, 4199 Chandler St., possession of marijuana at 7044 Colerain Ave., June 3. Jacques A. Redden, 41, 2886 Harrison Ave., forgery and receiving stolen property at 6582 Glenway Ave., June 6. Ronnie B. Wright, 34, 1041 Fairbanks Ave., theft at 5071 Glencrossing Way, June 7. Juvenile, 17, drug possession at 3555 Rackacres Drive, June 7. Yvette M. Perez, 38, 924 Hawthorne Ave., open container at Glenway Avenue & Westbourne Drive, June 7. Brett W. Bryant, 28, 6220 Schunk Court, possessing drug abuse instruments at 6220 Schunk Court, June 8.
relationships and opportunities for spontaneity and variety in daily living. Residents and staff have embraced the Eden Philosophy, and there has been an increase in independent residents moving to Llanfair who have a dog or cat. “I love having Gracie (his dog) with me,” said Llanfair resident Bill Boyasko. “She’s a joy to have
tana Ave., drug abuse at Colerain Avenue and Blue Rock Road, June 12. Lee E. Mays, 25, 3169 Timberview Drive, obstructing official business at 3169 Timberview Drive, June 14.
Assault
Incidents
Suspect struck victim several times with fists at 5858 Bridgetown Road, June 5. Suspect punched victim in face at 5602 Lawrence Road, June 13. Suspect punched victim in the head at 5410 Lee's Crossing No. 5, June 15.
Breaking and entering
Several safes, lawn mower, table saw and air compressor stolen from garage at 1376 Anderson Ferry Road, May 30. Lawn mower stolen from home's garage at 5194 Ralph Ave., June 2. Several hand tools and power tools stolen from home's garage at 2150 Townhill Drive, June 5. Window broken during attempted break in of home's garage at 1577 Pasadena Ave., June 6. Money stolen from storage unit at American Self Storage at 5151 Glencrossing Way, June 8. Safe and money stolen from Chevelle's
at 5931 Harrison Ave., June 13.
Burglary
Camera, flashlight, miscellaneous paperwork and 150 CDs stolen from home at 5875 Northglen Road, May 31. Set of earrings, wedding ring, video game system and accessories, theater system and computer stolen from home at 3118 Windy Knoll, June 6. Video game system, laptop computer and 20 DVDs stolen from home at 3646 Eyrich, June 7. Money stolen, two televisions damaged and paint poured on stairs, floor and couch in home at 5431 Bluesky Drive, June 7. Three guns, crossbow and money stolen from home at 4020 Jessup Road, June 8. Hygiene items, weed trimmer, assorted hand tools, two landscaping lights and a bag of grass seed stolen from home at 5747 Bridgetown Road, June 12. Two windows and a door damaged during an attempted burglary at 2950 Parkwalk Drive, June 13. Apple iPod docking station, video camera and 80 DVDs stolen from home at 5618 Northglen Road, June 14.
LIMITED TIME OFFER!
Philosophy lets residents, visitors have pets Llanfair Retirement Community celebrates its Eden Philosophy every day. In October 1998 it became the second registered Eden facility in Ohio. Llanfair marked Dec. 31, 1998, as the first day of Eden and has been moving forward ever since. The Eden Alternative philosophy is based on the core belief that aging should be a continued stage of development and growth rather than a period of decline. Llanfair creates home environments that focus on resident choice, meaningful
Yosias T. Meimen, 22, 4187 Boudinot Ave., drug abuse at 5200 block Crookshank, June 8. Hannah A. Pawlowski, 21, 1044 Marshall, possessing drug abuse instruments at Eastbound Interstate 74, June 8. Matthew S. Niehaus, 26, 1450 Neeb Road, theft at 6580 Harrison Ave., June 9. Jillian Walker, 25, 4022 Benjamin Drive, theft at 6580 Harrison Ave., June 9. Jason N. Souders, 33, 508 Ohio Ave., possession of drugs at 6067 Harrison Ave., June 9. Brittany C. Bepler, 20, 5613 Surrey Ave., theft at 6620 Harrison Ave., June 10. Juvenile, 14, theft at 6620 Harrison Ave., June 10. Valdez V. Eason, 21, 864 Clark St., forgery at 6142 Colerain Ave., June 10. Juvenile, 13, assault at 5999 Dry Ridge Road, June 9. Shawn M. Bozman, 25, 5225 N. 86Th Road, soliciting violation at Bridgetown Road and Biehl Road, June 10. Joshua R. Drain, 18, 3248 Stanhope Ave., theft at 6580 Harrison Ave., June 10. Juvenile, 16, domestic violence at 4301 Race Road, June 11. Terrance Brown-Hunt, 20, 6012 Lan-
around. My apartment is great because it’s on the first floor and I can just walk right out my patio to take her on a walk of the campus.” Llanfair has many animal visitors and is a place where family can bring their pets to visit loved ones. Llanfair Retirement Community is at 1701 Llanfair Ave. in College Hill.
The Concert at Arlington Memorial Gardens that was scheduled for June 14, 2009 has been rescheduled.
Sandwiches $4.99 Premium Salads $6.99 New York Strip $10.99 Dine in or carryout. No other coupons or discounts apply.
Join us for Happy Hour SUN.-THURS. Mon.-Fri. 2-6 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. 1-5p.m. 11a.m.-9p.m. Appetizers $4-$5 FRI. and SAT. 11a.m.-11p.m. Bottled Beer $2 • Draft Beer $1.75 5774 Bridgetown Road • 513-574-4242 www.nickandtoms.com
Sunday, June 28, 2009 7:00 pm
The Mapleknoll Big Band
PROVIDED.
Bill Boyasko lives at Llanfair Retirement Community with his pet dog Gracie.
0000342334
The standards of the 40s and 50s Big Band Era relive the good ole days. Complimentary drink and popcorn.
of Celebrating Life & Preserving Memories
All are Welcome -
521-7003 - Free Admission
www.arlingtonmemorialgardens.org
ADVERTISEMENT
New one-day miracle for denture sufferers
Are you not eating what you want to because of difficulties with your dentures? Do they wander, shift or tilt? Are you replacing them all the time? Have you been told you don’t have enough bone for traditional dental implants?
“If you can handle visiting your dentist in the morning, having the MDI system placed in less that two hours and then going out and enjoying lunch at your favorite restaurant while you eat comfortably, talk and smile with confidence, then you’re ready for this process,” says Dr. Omeltschenko. “It’s that easy. With MDIs your denture feels secure and is held firmly in place. At about a third of the price of traditional implants, they’re extremely affordable, too,” he adds. If your dentures are not firmly placed and you would like to experience the convenience that this technology can offer, call the office of Dr. Christopher Omeltschenko today at (513) 245-2200 for a free, no-obligation consultation (a $150 value).
Total Dentistry
Christopher Omeltschenko, D.D.S. 6560 Colerain Avenue Cincinnati, Ohio 45239
(513) 245-2200 www.TotalDentistryOnline.com
0000340388
MDIs, which measure 1.8 millimeters in diameter, are basically smaller versions of traditional implants that can be placed without the surgical opening of the gums.
Dentures Snapped on Mini Dental Implants
0000342875
If you said yes to any of these questions, don’t hesitate to call the dental office of Dr. Christopher Omeltschenko to discuss the Mini Dental Implant System, or MDI, which can stabilize your own denture in less than two hours.
Mini Dental Implants
Northwest Press
June 24, 2009
22009 009 S Summer ummer S Skate kate C Camp amp Ages 4 - 12, $175.00 for the week, multiple children discount, and $25.00 off if registered by July 7th, 2009
Activities: Skating, Games, Arts & Crafts, Zoo Animals, Face Painting, Fun Bounce House, Dancing, Movies, Jump Roping and a whole lot more. A Week full of fun & excitement!!
Family Owned & Operated 4050 North Bend Rd. Cheviot 45211
Includes: Breakfast–Lunch–Snack All attendees will receive a FREE T-Shirt and a FREE pair of Roller Skates!!
TENN
BED AND BREAKFAST
ESSE
E
Travel & Resort Directory Jenny Eilermann
BED AND BREAKFAST
•
513.768.8614
FLORIDA
•
travelads@enquirer.com
FLORIDA
SOUTH CAROLINA
Bed & Breakfast Feature of the Week
The Doolin House Bed & Breakfast
Somerset, Kentucky’s Premiere Inn Located Just Minutes from Lake Cumberland
There is a joke among friends here, “It’s a Phoenix that has risen from the ashes. ”When Charles and Allison Hahn Sobieck purchased the property at 502 North Main Street (in Somerset, Kentucky), there was a lot of work to be done, to say the least. With the vision of a B & B and a home in ruins, there were little choices. The dilapidated structure was removed, then reconstructed as it had been in the 1850’s. It’s a brand new home. A bit of an unusual concept for a bed and breakfast. “We reconstructed the home from scratch. This gave us the benefit of designing every amenity possible along the way, ”said Allison Sobieck, owner. Every room is equipped with many amenities you don’t often find in a traditional bed and breakfast, but rather a fine hotel. Every room has a full sized closet with a pair of micro-fiber robes hanging in them, 400- count Egyptian cotton sheets, cable TV with DVD players, queen sized beds, and a host of other things. For instance, 2 rooms have gas fireplaces and 3 rooms have whirlpool tubs. We even offer many add on amenities such as massage, dinner, flowers, etc…
The rooms are only half of the reason to come to The Doolin House. Owners Charles and Allison just happen to both be chefs. Some of the breakfast specialties include Caramel Banana French Toast and Southern Eggs Benedict (2 fried green tomatoes topped with 2 slices of smoked bacon, 2 eggs over easy and Hollandaise). Chuck is usually in charge of breakfast and tries to do new and different things every day. Chef Chuck pointed out, “It’s fun to experiment with breakfast. It’s the one meal that encompasses all foods. It’s perfectly acceptable to see smoked salmon or a pork cutlet at the breakfast table. ”For those in no rush to rise and shine, breakfast in bed is served at no additional charge. When you need a weekend get away that’s not too far from home or you are planning your summer vacation to beautiful Lake Cumberland, remember that The Doolin House Bed and Breakfast is only a phone call away.
For more information, Visit the website at: www.doolinhouse.com or call 606-678-9494
1001468878-01
BED AND BREAKFAST
FLORIDA
Romantic Retreat. 1875 Homestead B&B in Brown County, Indiana. Luxury rooms, some with whirlpools & FP’s. Check our website, or call for rates & specials. 812-988-0853 www.1875homestead.com THE DOOLIN HOUSE INN. Premier Inn. Gourmet breakfast, just minutes from Lake Cumberland. Join us for Romantic Weekend/women’s retreat. 606-678-9494 doolinhouse.com
BUS TOURS CAPE COD/Martha’s Vineyard Fall Foliage, Sept 20-26. $599 per person, incl trans, hotels, most meals & more! Also offering Tunica & Memphis, Boston and Branson. Cincy Group Travel 513-245-9992 www.grouptrips.com/cincy
FLORIDA
Beautiful Seagrove Beach Rent and Relax. Near Destin, between famous Seaside and Rosemary Beach. Cozy Cottages to Gulf Front Condos. Web Specials or call 1-800-537-5387 www.garrettbeachrentals.com
Dine-In or Carry-Out
513-661-8400
1631 Sherman Ave., Norwood, OH 45212
513-631-1311
8 am - 10 pm Every Day
• Roasted Lamb and Pork on Weekends • Daily Specials • Homemade Desserts Meals Ranging from $5 - $9.50!
July 27, 2009 – July 31, 2009 8:00am-6:00pm
www.funfactoryrollerskating.com
Open For Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
0000342118
presents
Queen Mary Family Restaurant
GRAND OPENING
The Fun Factory
0000343171
B10
Clearwater/Indian Rocks Beach GULF BEACH’S BEST VALUE! Beach front condo, 2 BR, 2 BA. Pool. Local owner 513-875-4155 www.bodincondo.com
CLEARWATER/ST. PETE Gulf front condos. Sandy beach. January ’10, 4 Week Discounts! Florida Lifestyles. 1-800-487-8953 www.ourcondo.com DESTIN. Edgewater Beach Condos on the Gulf. 1-3 BR, beachfront, pvt balconies, FREE Wi-Fi, beach set-up (in season) & use of new fitness ctr. New massage/facial salon, 2 pools (1 heated), FREE $20 gift cert to pool grill (weekly rentals in season). Call or visit our website for lastminute specials. 800-822-4929 www.edgewaterbeach.com
DESTIN. Beautiful, luxury 2 BR, 2 BA Oceanfront condos. Heated pool, spas, kids pool & tennis. Covered prkng, sleeps 6. Local own er. www.us-foam.com/destin Ofc513-528-9800, eves 513-752-1735
DESTIN, FLORIDA 50 Steps to the beach! Beautiful lowrise condos w/pools. 850-830-8133, email destinbeaches4u@yahoo.com or visit www.asummerbreeze.com DESTIN. Local owner, 1 or 2 luxury condos. 2 BR, 2 BA overlooking gulf, sugar white beaches. Heated pool, hot tubs & more. 937-767-8449,or visit www.majesticsunindestin.com
Sunny Florida! Anna Maria Island. $499/wk + tax if booked by 6/30/09. All new inside, very comfy, just steps from the beach. 513-236-5091 www.beachesndreams.net
INDIANA
EAST COAST, NEW SMYRNA BEACH Luxurious oceanfront condos & vacation homes. Closest & best beach to Dinsey. Ocean Properties Vacation Rentals 800-728-0513 www.oceanprops.com LONGBOAT KEY . Fabulous 2 br, 2 ba beach-to-bay complex. Pool, tennis, fishing dock, sun deck, private beach. Local owner offers great summer rates! 513-662-6678 www.bayportbtc.com , unit 829
NAPLES. Available now! Deluxe 3 BR, 2½ BA villa home in upscale Mediterra. Private pool & spa. Close to beach, golf & shops. Call owner 513-271-3385, 513-769-4747 x 108
BROWN COUNTY. Treat your family to a visit to Indiana’s family playground! Comfort Inn, in the ! of all of Nashville’s attractions. 812-988-6118 choicehotels.com
LEELANAU VACATION RENTALS Over 120 condos, cottages and homes on Lake Michigan, Glen Lake and other inland lakes. Call 231-334-6100 or visit www.leelanau.com/vacation
NEW YORK MANHATTAN--NYC HOTEL $129/2 persons. Singles $124. Suites $139-$159. Lincoln Ctr area, Hudson River views, 18 flrs, kitchenette, 5 mins to midtown, safe, quiet, luxury area. RIVERSIDE TOWER, Riverside & 80th St. Call 1-800-724-3136 or visit: www.riversidetowerhotel.com
Hilton Head Island Vacation Resort. Choose 1 or 2 bdrm condos. Oceanfront, ocean view or nr ocean. Great locations & rates. Golf pkgs, too. www.hhi-vr.com. 877-807-3828
GATLINBURG. Affordable rates. Fully furnished. 1-8 bdrms. Chalets, Cabins, Privacy, Views, Hot Tubs, Jacuzzis, Fireplaces. 1-800-235-2661 www.alpinechaletrentals.com
N. MYRTLE BEACH Coastal Condos, Inc. 1-4 bdrm oceanfront & ocean view units. Call 1-800-951-4880 or visit www.coastalcondos.com
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC Fantastic Specials Available!! 100’s of Oceanfront/view Homes & Condos
Call for free brochure 866-780-8334 www.northmyrtlebeachtravel.com
EMERALD ISLE. Ocean Front luxury vacation homes with community pool. Call for free brochure. 800-245-7746 Spinnaker’s Reach Realty www.SpinnakersReach.com
SEABROOK EXCLUSIVES Villas & Private Homes. Ocean, golf, tennis, equestrian. Pet friendly rentals. Free brochure. Book online! 888-718-7949. www.seabrookexclusives.com
SOUTH CAROLINA
TENNESSEE 1-7 Affordable, Deluxe Chalets & Cabin Rentals. Pigeon Forge in the Smokies. Vacation/Dollywood Specials. Free brochure. Call 1-800-833-9987. www.firesidechalets.com
HILTON HEAD. Beautiful 1 BR, 1 BA condo on beach nr Coligny. Sleeps 6. Many amenities, discounted rates June-Aug $750/wk; Sept, Oct $550/wk. Also,Marriott’s Grande Ocean, wk of 7/26. 513-305-5099 Hilton Head Island, SC
Visit www.hhisland.info and plan a getaway with Seashore Vacations. Our beach is free. Specials available for golf, tennis, dining, more. Visit our
site or call toll free: 800-845-0077.
GATLINBURG Royal Townhouse Summer Special. $49.95 + tax SunThurs; $59.95 + tax Fri-Sat. Rooms limited & subject to availability. Restrictions & blackout dates apply. Advance reservations req’d. Present ad at check-in. 1-800-433-8792 CE
HILTON HEAD’S Best Family Vacation Destination . Oceanfront 1, 2 & 3 bdrm villas. Discounted golf, complimentary tennis & health club. 800-845-9500 www.vthhi.com
NORTH CAROLINA
PANAMA CITY BEACH Family Atmosphere! Your Best Vacation Value! 800-354-1112 www.Summerhouse.com
SIESTA KEY. Gulf front condo, beach view.frrom balcony. Bright & airy, nicely appointed, all amenities. Cinci owner. 232-4854. Available weekly from July 4
HILTON HEAD ISLAND 1-7 Bedroom Vacation Homes & Villas. Free color brochure. Call 1-866-386-6644 or visit www.seaturtlegetaways.com
CHALET VILLAGE www.chaletvillage.com Cozy cabins to luxurious chalets Fully furnished, hot tubs, pool tables. Check SPECIALS, availability and book online 24/7, or call 1-800-722-9617
GATLINBURG. Choose a 2 or 3 BR chalet, conveniently located, richly appointed and meticulously main tained. Pet friendly. 877-215-3335 or visit www.marysescape.com
MICHIGAN
DESTIN. New, nicely furnished 2 br, 2 ba condo. Gorgeous Gulf view. Pools, golf course. Discount Summer & Fall rates. Book now. 513-561-4683 Visit arieldunes.us or twcondo.us
HILTON HEAD. Harbour Town. 2 br, 2 ba Harbour Club Villa. On site pool & hot tub. Avail 7/19-26. Priced well below market value. Just $1195. Call now. 513-604-9595
TENNESSEE
A Beautiful Cabin Getaway Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge.Hot tub, jacuzzi, fireplace, gas grill. $85/nt, 5 nt special $375. 800-793-8699. smokymtncrossrdrentals.com A Beautiful Log Cabin Resort w/heated indoor pool, minutes from Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mtns. Breathtaking mountain views, hot tubs, Jacuzzis, pool tables & pet friendly cabins are offered. Excellent rates, discounts available. Call 1-888-HSR-TENN (477-8366) hiddenspringsresort.com
Nr Powell NORRIS LAKE. Valley Marina. 2 BR/1BA, very nicely furnished home. Covered porch, deck. $95/nt. 423-562-8353 www.norrislakehse.com www.AUNTIEBELHAMS.com Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge. Vacation in a beautiful log cabin or chalet with hot tub, Jacuzzi, views & pool tables. Call about specials! 800-436-6618
TIME SHARES WHOLESALE TIMESHARES 60-80% Off Retail! Qualified Buyers Only! Call for Free Info Pack! www.holidaygroup.com/cn 1-800-731-0307