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Vol. 37 No. 35

Sunday, April 11, 2010

Six ODNR employees face felony charges Six employees from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, including the Chief and an Assistant Chief of the Division of Wildlife, are facing felony charges in Brown County.

They are all now on paid administrative leave.

The administrative action

took place on April 7 and will remain in place until each individuals court case is resolved.

The group was in court in Brown County on Monday, April 5, answering to felony charges involving the falsification of official state records and obstructing justice.

The six include Wildlife Officer Allan Wright, who is facing two felony counts of tampering with records and one

misdemeanor count of falsification.

Five other ODNR employees face felony charges of Obstructing Justice and Complicity to Obstruct Justice in the case.

They are Division of Wildlife Chief David Graham, Assistant Chief Randy Miller, Human Resources Administrator Michele Ward-

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ODNR Division of Wildlife Officer Allan Wright.

ODNR Division of Wildlife Chief David Graham.

ODNR Division of Wildlife Assistant Chief Randy Miller.

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ODNR Division of Wildlife Law Enforcement Administrator James Lehman.

ODNR Division of Wildlife Human Resources Administrator Michele Ward-Tackett.

ODNR Division of Wildlife District 5 Administrator Todd Haines.

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ODNR Division of Wildlife Chief David Graham (left) and Wildlife Officer Allan Wright (right) enter the Brown County Sheriff's Office to be booked on felony charges.

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2010 county budget Judge named in Gusweiler lawsuit leaves little to spare

BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press

BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press The permanent Brown County budget for 2010 is a lean one with very little wiggle room.

Last year, the county had 500 thousand dollars in its Reserve Balance account.

This year? Five thousand dollars.

Out of an eight million dollar budget, only five thousand dollars is set aside for emergencies and to take care of business in the first part of 2011.

“We can’t run the county on eight million dollars, at least not long-term”, said Commissioner

Bill Geshwind at a meeting with local reporters.

“We have the basics taken care of, but we don’t have anything left for emergencies.”

Planning for the future is another problem being caused by the tight budget.

“It’s hard to think ahead when you’re living hand to mouth”, said Commissioner Ralph Jennings.

Commission President Margery Paeltz said times are tough, but they could actually be worse.

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The lawsuit filed by Brown County Clerk of Courts Tina Meranda against Common Pleas Court Judge Scott Gusweiler is moving forward.

The case now has a judge and Gusweiler has attorneys of record.

A Notice of Appearance of Counsel for Gusweiler was filed Tuesday, April 6.

The Judge will be represented by attorneys George Jonson and Lisa Zaring of the law firm of Montgomery, Rennie and Jonson.

The firm is based in Cincinnati.

In a telephone interview, Jonson said he cannot comment

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that he is personally involved with.

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ATV accident claims a life

BY Wayne Boblitt The Brown County Press

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James A. Evans of Lake Waynoka portrays Jesus Christ on the Cross as a choir from Living Church of Five Mile in Green Township sings Easter season songs during the “He Is Worthy: An Easter Celebration of Our Risen Lord” program April 3 at Sardinia Elementary School. Lake Waynoka Community Chapel sponsored the program, which included depictions of Jesus Christ’s entry into Jerusalem with an actual donkey and children spreading palm leaves; Jesus Christ carrying his Cross to Calvary; and an angel at the empty tomb telling three women their Lord had arisen from the dead. An estimated 250 to 300 people attended.

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the driver lost control on the gravel roadway. The ATV overturned ejecting the driver with the ATV coming to rest on its wheels on the right side of the roadway.

The driver, Odessa L. Patrick was not wearing a helmet. She was transported to Adams County Regional Hospital by West Union EMS where she was pronounced deceased by the Emergency Room Physician.

The crash remains under investigation by the Ohio State Highway Patrol - Georgetown Post.

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on the pending case.

He added that Gusweiler is bound by state law prohibiting judges from commenting on any pending case, including any

The Ohio State Highway Patrol, Georgetown Post is currently investigating a one vehicleATV fatal crash that occurred on Apr. 1, 2010 at approximately 6:50 p.m. The crash occurred on Mount Unger Road approximately one mile north of State Route 125 in Jefferson Township, Adams County.

Odessa L. Patrick, age 46 of Blue Creek, Ohio was operating a 1985 Honda 250 Fourtrax northbound on Mount Unger Road.

Preliminary investigation indicates the ATV was traveling through a right hand curve when

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Several dilapidated buildings that once were homes have been demolished through Brown County’s participation in the federal Neighborhood Stabilization Program.

The Brown County Board of Commissioners discussed NSP among other subjects during a meeting they held March 31 in the Higginsport Community Building.

Commissioner William

Geschwind mentioned how Brown, Adams and Highland counties received a combined $1.3 million in federal Stimulus funds to participate in the NSP. Dorothy Ferris, who works in the Board of Commissioners’ Office, coordinates NSP in Brown County.

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Ripley Village Council members on March 23 heard second reading of an ordinance addressing overtime pay for village employees.

The council, meeting in regular session, heard second reading of a proposed ordinance

that would revise a previous ordinance regarding Ripley municipal employees’ overtime pay and define what actually constitutes overtime.

Employees currently can count vacation time or a paid holiday taken during a given week as actual time worked. If an employee, for example, took three vacation days from a

Monday through a Wednesday, then worked eight-hour shifts that Thursday and Friday, and then ended up working that Saturday as well, he would be paid overtime for that Saturday because the 24 hours of vacation time taken that week would count as time actually worked.

The proposed new ordinance

states “hours actually worked” shall include only those hours in which an employee is actually working for the village of Ripley and does not include hours earned or taken as vacation days, sick leave days or legal holidays.

It states employees working on any of six “major” holidays will be paid one and one-half

times their regular pay, in addition to the holiday pay, while those working on “minor” holidays would simply be paid their regular hourly wages plus their eight hours of holiday pay.

The “major” holidays are New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day with other holidays in which the village

offices are closed listed as being Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Columbus Day, and Veterans Day. The council’s next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 13, at which time third reading may be offered of the overtime ordinance. After that third reading, council members may decide whether to adopt it or reject it.

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Georgetown police officers attend Data System training in Columbus

BY Wayne Boblitt The Brown County Press The Georgetown Police Department has taken steps to improve its incident reporting and statistics keeping efforts, according to Chief Forrest “Buddy” Coburn.

Coburn informed Georgetown Village Council members at their March 25 meeting 10 GPD officers had attended a Law Enforcement Automated Data System training class that day in Columbus.

He said the LEADS training will help Georgetown police use the Law officers Enforcement Officer’s Toolkit network more efficiently. That network compiles and calculates reporting data from throughout Ohio, Coburn said.

The chief mentioned how the training is useful and enables officers to check criminal histories, driving records and entered warrants and access “a tremendous amount of information that will help us become more effective”.

Cruiser Ready For Pickup Coburn also told council members a new Dodge cruiser for Georgetown police was in at Arena Dodge in Dayton and was expected to be picked up the next day and probably on the road in a couple of weeks.

He previously had informed the council Freeland had the majority of equipment needed for installation in that vehicle and would undertake that installation work.

Mayor’s Court Revenue Up In some other news Coburn reported to council members on March 11: • Georgetown Mayor’s Court revenue has shown a marked increase from 2009. While that court took in $25,824.45 for January and February of this year, the amount for the same two months in 2009 was nearly $9,000 less – $16,844.79.

“We are still maintaining a 60 percent ratio of warning tickets to 40 percent citations for traffic

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violations,” Coburn reported.

“The major increase in traffic tickets was in driving under suspensions. We did have nearly a 50 percent increase in criminal charges filed in our Mayor’s Court from January to February of 2010.” mentioned Brown He County Municipal Court has seen an increase in filed criminal charges as well.

• Roger Parker with Parker’s Pizza in Georgetown made “a very generous donation” to GPD’s K-9 Unit and reported K-9 Officer Kyle Singleton wants to purchase a bullet resistant vest custom made to fit GPD’s German shepherd Gabbard, a tracking dog whom the police use in investigations such as uncovering drugs.

“The vest is quite expensive, and Mr. Parker donated nearly half the cost to us,” Coburn reported. “We will doing some fund-raisers in the future to obtain the rest of the funds needed for this purchase.”

The chief added Dennis with DeClaire DeClaire Insurance and Real Estate in Sardinia also made “a very nice donation to the fund” and went on to tell the council, “On behalf of myself and all of the officers, I wish to express our sincere gratitude to Mr. Parker and Parker’s Pizza and Mr. DeClaire and DeClaire Insurance and Real Estate for the support.”

Brown County Board of DD to meet April 21 The Brown County Board of Developmental Disabilities will hold an Ethics Committee meeting and regularly scheduled board meeting at 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 21, at the Habilitation Center, 9116 Hamer Road, Georgetown.

The public is invited to attend.

Sardinia man sentenced to three years prison Brown County Court of Common Pleas Judge Scott T. Gusweiler sentenced Daniel R. Pike to three years in prison on March 26.

Pike, 35, of Sardinia, was indicted by a Grand Jury in February on one count of Failure to Comply with Order or Signal of Police Officer; one count of Illegal Manufacture of Methamphetamine, one count of Illegal Assembly or Possession of Chemicals for the Manufacture of Methamphetamine, and one count of Aggravated Possession of Methamphetamine.

Judge Gusweiler accepted Pike’s plea of guilty to one count of Failure to Comply

with Order or Signal of Police Officer and one count of Illegal Assembly or Possession of Chemicals for the Manufacture of Methamphetamine. The remaining charges were dismissed upon a motion by the state.

Judge Gusweiler sentenced Pike to one-year prison for Failure to Comply with Order or Signal of Police Officer and two years prison for Illegal Assembly or Possession of Chemicals for the Manufacture of Methamphetamine. The sentences for the two charges are to run consecutively.

Judge Gusweiler also suspended Pike’s license to drive for ten years.

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Dates for brush pickup in Mt. Orab and Cleanup Days for Mt. Orab and Green Township were announced at the Mt. Orab Village Council meeting on April 6.

Mt. Orab Mayor Bruce Lunsford said brush pickup for village residents only would begin Monday, May 10.

Those interested in getting

rid of brush refuse on their properties should place it along the curb for pickup, Lunsford reported.

He also informed council members Cleanup Days for Mt. Orab together with Green Township were scheduled Thursday-Saturday, May 1315, at the village dumpsters in the vicinity of 409 N. High St.

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New Kroger Marketplace possibly may open for business on May 6

BY Wayne Boblitt The Brown County Press The closed westbound entrance ramp to State Route 32 in Mt. Orab may be open in time for the opening of the new and nearby Kroger Marketplace supermarket.

And the village of Mt. Orab aims to seek some Safe Routes To School money from Ohio Department of Transportation District 9 for possible sidewalk work in the vicinity of the three Western Brown schools in the village.

Mt. Orab Mayor Bruce Lunsford gave an update about some road projects in that village at the Mt. Orab Village Council’s regular meeting on April 6.

Ramp Had Closed March 30 The closure originally was to be for 45 days and was to have started this past Monday, April 5, Lunsford had reported on March 23.

The mayor reported last Tuesday, however, ODOT

District 9 had closed the ramp and began work on March 30, six days ahead of schedule, because of the pleasant weather that permitted that work to commence.

Lunsford told council members on March 23 ODOT District 9 officials had informed him the ramp was to be closed because of work to be undertaken on four bridges on SR 32 – two that are west of U.S. 68 and two that are east of U.S. 68.

That work involves grinding 3 inches off the top of those bridges and replacing their surfaces.

Lunsford said the eastbound entrance ramp off North High Street to SR 32 is scheduled to be temporarily closed later this year.

The Kroger Marketplace, which is south of and near SR 32 and west of North High Street, is expected to draw large crowds when it opens in the near future. Lunsford reported this past Tuesday the Kroger Company is shooting for an

opening date of Thursday, May 6, but that date is not official, he added.

Lunsford told council members this past Tuesday ODOT had informed him it has thrown in some extra funds in an effort to reopen that westbound ramp before the Kroger Marketplace’s possible opening date of May 6.

Crews now will work six 10hour days and possibly complete the project in four weeks.

Apple St. Bridge Discussed Work also is being undertaken on a new access road – Apple Street West – to the new Kroger Marketplace. The road is being constructed from Apple Street’s intersection at North High Street near Merchants National Bank to Sterling Run Boulevard, the road that runs off North High Street to Wendy’s and the current Kroger supermarket in Mt. Orab.

Lunsford told council members backfield work had been undertaken on the new Apple Street West Bridge over Sterling Run creek to prepare it for curb and blacktopping work.

The mayor said curb work across the bridge was anticipat-

Mt. Orab Council approves annexation services ordinance for Green Twp. land Two Mt. Orab Fire Department members’ resignations accepted

BY Wayne Boblitt The Brown County Press Mt. Orab Village Council members took a step at their regular meeting April 6 toward increasing the village’s size by nearly a dozen more acres in the near future.

The resolution is just one step necessary for that land eventually to be accepted into the village by a future ordinance council members would have to adopt.

The Brown County Board of Commissioners also must approve any petition for annexation of unincorporated township land into a nearby village, and a petition for the annexation of the land discussed last Tuesday has been filed in the Commissioners’ Office in Georgetown.

Land Is North of SR 32 The 11.787 acres are north of Mt. Orab’s current limits north of State Route 32 and is located in the northwest corner of Bardwell West Road and U.S. 68 in Green Township. It is owned by Georgic Partners, L.L.C., an Ohio Limited Liability Company; JJW, L.L.C., another Ohio Limited Liability Company; William and Phyllis Hoskins; and Christopher Gray.

Fire Dept. In The News Also at this past Tuesday’s meeting, council members voted to accept the written resignations of two Mt. Orab Fire Department members.

Danny Music’s resignation was effective this past Feb. 25, and Mark Burba’s resignation was effective this past Monday,

April 5. Both Music and Burba cited personal issues as being reasons for their resignations.

Council members at their previous meeting on March 23 had approved a six-month contract between MOFD and Clay Township in Highland County for fire protection services. The contract was retroactive to this past Jan. 1 and will continue to Wednesday, June 30.

Clay Township agreed in the contract to pay Mt. Orab $5,250 as well as one-half that township’s carry-over amount from 2009. The township would pay $2,625 retroactively on Feb. 1 and pay another $2,625 on Saturday, May 1, with the onehalf of the carry-over balance to be paid Friday, Dec. 3.

The township also agreed to place on the ballot for its residents’ consideration a replacement fire levy of 1.5 mills for a five-year period.

ed to begin that upcoming Thursday, April 8, and he said asphalt plants hopefully would begin production the next week so blacktopping work could proceed on Apple Street West.

He said hopefully that new access road would be finished in time for the Kroger Marketplace’s opening. That road also will provide access to Mt. Orab’s Maintenance Building at 409 N. High St. and the village’s Softball Park.

In other road work news, Lunsford reported the village is going to seek federal funds through ODOT District 9’s SRTS Program for the possible construction of 8,000 lineal feet or more of sidewalks in the vicinity of the Western Brown Local School District’s schools off West Main Street in the village. Those schools include Mt. Orab Elementary School, Mt. Orab Middle School and Western Brown High School.

Brown/Clermont County Farmers Union annual insurance meeting announced The Brown/Clermont County Farmers Union will hold the Annual Insurance Meeting on Thursday, Apr. 15, 2010, 7 p.m., at the Brown County Senior Citizens Center, 505 N. Main St. in Georgetown. Ohio Farmer Union Insurance Representative Dave Shindollar will be speaking about Insurance updated and to answer questions.

Agenda: Election of President (2010 term), short business meeting following the Insurance meeting. Light refreshments will be served.

For more information or questions concerning the meeting, contact Rose Waits at (937) 444-3148.

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Letters to the Editor Reader says prosecutor has a conflict

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Dear Editor, To the editor Brown County Press in response to the article "Prosecutor says Judge didn't violate law with contempt threat:" My supporters have been after me to respond to this debate over this Gusweiler/Meranda matter.

Realizing it was my billboard that got Jessica Little elected, which billboard lost me a lot of Democrat votes in the process, I feel somewhat responsible for her lack of judgment, in what I consider to be inappropriate conduct, as prosecutor in this matter.

It is the clerk of courts duty, by law, to keep court records secure, all of them, both common pleas and appeals under lock and key.

There is no CRIMINAL statute that says a judge cannot have keys to "his" files.

There are plenty of CIVIL rules, however, that dictate what a judge can and cannot do with court files, as laid out by the Supreme Court on their website in what is called the Rules of Superintendence.

Those rules spell out what can be done, and by whom, with public record case files.

All those common pleas files are not the judge's personal files. He does not "own" them. The people "own" them, and can have complete access to them as public records under the open records laws, except for those files sealed from public view by a judge's order from the court. For example, as in Mr. Wenninger's sealed criminal court case file from October 2003, where he was tried by jury as to whether or not he intentionally falsified his election petition affidavit, stating he was a qualified candidate.

If he were qualified, logically he'd never have been criminally indicted or tried by the jury.

The "not guilty" verdict by the jury eliminated the criminal charge, but did not change his underlying lack of civil statute candidate qualifications, which still stand insufficient to this day.

The reason why there is a separate clerk over those files is to protect them from people like Judge Gusweiler. For instance, for what legitimate reason does Judge Gusweiler need personal total 24/7 access to all those files?

If Judge Gusweiler needs

access to those files outside normal working hours, he can call to have a clerk come get them for him. I doubt not having access to them on one day, due to inclement weather, for a couple of hours, is the real reason why Judge Gusweiler wants to control EVERYTHING with respect to those files. Surely he's organized enough to know what files he will need the next business day in court.

The clerk is the only one who has been entrusted by the public, under the law, to be the individual who has total control over the security of those files. The judge can order the clerk how and when to handle, release, and publish, any parts of those files, but he cannot change the clerk's legal duties and responsibilities established by law through judicial fiat using an illegal court order.

The legislature makes and changes laws, and the judicial interprets them. branch Judge Gusweiler cannot make or change a law by court order in order to obtain the keys to the clerk's domain, over which she has sole complete legal responsibility, not the judge.

The criminal statute that Judge Gusweiler has violated is Intimidation, Ohio Revised Code Section 2921.03(A).

That statute has nothing to do with keys per se. The keys were the object over which the crime of intimidation was committed.

Where the keys come into play is Judge Gusweiler threatening immediate harm to arrest Meranda in an effort to intimidate or influence, that is, to force her actions to become contrary to the discharge of her duty under the law to keep those files secure under lock and key, even from judges. It's one of the "checks and balances" or "Chinese Wall" erected by law, concerning the integrity of the system, to avoid the appearance of conflict or impropriety.

Judge Gusweiler's court order was totally and clearly illegal on its face. There is no statute whereby a judge can order the clerk to abandon her responsibility under the law.

Jessica Little, as prosecutor, has sworn under oath to have witnessed each and every element of the crime of Intimidation in her affidavit.

The only question is whether

or not Judge Gusweiler's court order was a legal order. That should not be too hard for a court to determine one way or another. If his order was an illegal order, that is, he has no legal right to those keys, then he committed a third degree felony crime of intimidation, and he should be indicted and charged the same as the Ohio of Natural Department Resources (ODNR) employees.

Since Jessica Little is a direct witness to the event, she should have completely avoided making any comments on whether or not Judge Gusweiler did or did not break the law. She's too directly involved to make that call.

Her duty is to uphold the law in a manner that does not project to the public the appearance of impropriety or favor for any reason whatsoever. To avoid such appearance, under these circumstances, she should have immediately realized she does have a genuine conflict as an involved witness, and thus she should have called in the Bureau of Criminal and Identification Investigation (BCI&I) to investigate the facts, and hire a special prosecutor to handle the case after the investigation.

Jessica Little definitely has a conflict! She is too deeply involved in the incident to even be commenting on it publicly, in my opinion. Her actions work to thoroughly eliminate public trust in the discharge of her duties as prosecutor, and further distrust and cynicism, undermining the integrity of the criminal justice system. Her newspaper interview, weeks after the incident, directly conflicts with the facts in her sworn affidavit, making it appear that some individuals are, by nature of their elected position, somehow now above the law after the fact, in her opinion.

If the laws don't apply equally across the board to everyone, no matter what position an individual holds in the social structure of our local community, then we are all forever lost in personally seeking or believing there is justice under the law.

Dennis J. Varnau, Esq. Independent Candidate for Sheriff 2008

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Letters to the Editor Reader voices concerns about the Fayetteville-Perry school budget cut Dear Editor, In response to the article, “Fayetteville-Perry schools take a million dollar cut,” I’d like to voice the concerns of parents from a perspective that I’ve not yet heard. As parents of two children who live outside the district, my husband and I chose several years ago to have our children attend FayettevillePerry schools because of their reputation for academic excellence. This decision involved many sacrifices, but we have been well-pleased with the academic nurturance that both of our children have received from the teachers and principals within the district. As parents of A/B students, we credit the teachers and principals at FayettevillePerry for much of the success and individual attention that our children have received over the years. We are concerned that cuts will and have been made that will impact the quality of education that our children will receive in the upcoming school year.

Despite the original purpose for their attendance at Fayetteville schools, both of our children have been active in sports as well as other extra-curricular activities. My husband and I see first-hand how these programs have proven beneficial for both of our children.

However, the social benefits of extra-curricular activities can never outweigh the benefits of a good education. My husband and I also know that the only obligation that the public schools have to their students is to educate them.

We are also angered that many parents are making selfish

arguments to maintain extracurricular programs. The first of these is that school bus transportation should be cut first because many parents take their children to school, anyway. In order to educate the students, the schools must first, see that they get to school providing transportation. Although many parents may have the luxury of driving their kids to school every morning, many also do not. Many others do not have the luxury of allowing their kids to drive themselves to school, either. This is something that should be considered in these difficult economic times when one of our neighboring counties has a 20% unemployment rate, the highest in the state. That could easily be us.

Another selfish argument is that parents can pay for their kids to play instead of cutting funding for extra-curriculars.

We should consider the impact that paying to play may have on many families already experiencing an economic crunch. If all who want to be involved in extra-curricular activities cannot be, then none should. A big pushing point will be that, “the kids gain confidence from being involved in sports.” Yes, they do, but what does this do for the confidence of those kids that cannot afford to play? Where does this leave them? Should the school board really decide who is permitted to improve in selfconfidence and who is not? The point that “kids will be stuck inside playing video games” has no validity, either. Schools should not be baby-sitting your children, and neither should video games. Confidence, as

well as good, leisure-time choices can be instilled with good oldfashioned parenting -- outside of school. Shut the television off, send the kids outside, tell them to “go read a book.” (Imagine that!) Furthermore, some parents will argue that their children won’t have the opportunity to play college sports. To that, let’s face the facts: Only about 3% of high school athletes end up playing college sports and about the same number go pro. Sports are not likely to earn them a paycheck, but Chemistry, History or Psychology very well may.

There’s no need to sugar coat it; none of these arguments hold water. In light of the original purpose of schools in America, (education, for those of you who were not aware) The Board really should have considered doing away with these extra-curricular programs before they started laying off teachers. Had my husband and I been concerned that our children be able to dribble a basketball or kick a field goal, we would had them attend school in their home district. We were concerned that our children could slip through the cracks at a larger school and have been grateful for the opportunity for them to attend school elsewhere. Although sports have also been a big part of our children’s lives, we urge the Fayetteville-Perry School Board to choose academics (and bussing) over extra-curricular activities, especially sports, in order to provide each child equal opportunity, as well as to maintain Fayetteville-Perry’s reputation for excellence in EDUCATION. Monica Boler

“Holden Out for a Cure” Relay for Life team extends heartfelt thanks to area businesses’ Dear Editor, The “Holden Out for a Cure” Relay for Life Team would like to thank the following businesses for their donations to our St. Patrick’s Day Party silent auction and/or raffle: Advance Auto, Amy Bronson, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Applegate’s Pro Hardware, Auto Zone, Belterra Casino & Resort, Black and Blue Sports, Blaine & Tonia Pinkerton, Boot Country, Butterbee’s, Cahall Bros, Carrington Farm Supply, Clermont Distributing Co., Cole’s Furniture, Coney Island, Connie Holden, Celebrating Home, Cookies Coffee & Creamery, Country Inn Restaurant, Crosstown Customs Collision & Rod, Cynthia Fassler, Denny & Lyra Cahall, Don Lindsey, Embroidery Point, Equipment Superstore, Everyday Cut and Tan, Fayetteville Hardware, Flower Patch, Gabbard’s Mt. Orab Ford, Game Works, Georgetown Auto Sales, Howser’s Greenbush Seeds, J.P. & Christine Wolfer, Jay Holden, Holden Concrete Construction, Jay & Denise Holden, Kibler Lumber, King’s Island, Mi Camino Real, Mike & Beth Howard, Mt. Orab Barber Shop, Mt. Orab Food Court, OSYSA, Ripley Federal Saving Bank, Sandy & Daren Howser, Pioneer Seeds, Sporty’s, Stephanie Layman, The Ultimate Salon, Tonia

Pinkerton, Mary Kay Cosmetics, and Treasure Chest.

We would like to thank the following businesses for donating the necessities for our party: “At Your Request” DJ John Bellamy, Clermont Distributing, Connie Holden with Celebrating Home, P.L. Marketing, and Home City Ice. We would also like to thank Larosa’s in Mt. Orab for donating a coupon to each person who attended our party.

Finally, our team would like to thank everyone who attended our fundraiser. Our secondannual St. Patrick’s Day Party

was a huge success! With your generosity we were able to raise $2,577.18 for the American Cancer Society. We remembered those whom we have lost, we honored those who are currently fighting, those who have survived, and those who work so diligently to find a cure for cancer. Everyone in attendance had a great time celebrating St. Patrick’s Day together. We look forward to hosting this party again next year!

We’ll see you at the Relay for Life on May 21 at the Brown County Fairgrounds!

Denise Holden

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Grand jury indicts 15 individuals on 32 felony, misdemeanor counts

BY Wayne Boblitt The Brown County Press A Brown County grand jury has indicted a Hamersville man on one felony count each of rape and domestic violence in connection with offenses he allegedly committed this past February in the county.

The grand jury also indicted another Hamersville man on four felonious assault counts, a felony vehicular assault count, and two misdemeanor counts of endangering children in connection with offenses he allegedly committed this past February and March in Brown County.

The two men are among 15 individuals the grand jury indicted on 32 felony and misdemeanor counts altogether for offenses that allegedly occurred in Brown County.

The grand jury also found no indictment against two other people who had been accused of crimes: Kalynn Pierce and Kelly Fritz.

• Fred E. Pettit Jr., 38, of Hamersville, was indicted on one count each of rape and domestic violence.

Pettit allegedly on or about this past Feb. 14 engaged in sexual conduct without privilege to do so with an identified victim by purposely compelling her to submit by force or threat of force.

He also allegedly on or about this past Feb. 14 knowingly caused or attempted to cause physical harm to an identified

victim, described as being a family or household member, after previously being convicted in Brown County Municipal Court on Jan. 6, 2000, and Dec. 6, 2002, of two or more domestic violence offenses.

• Charles W. Faul, 41, of Hamersville, was indicted on one count of felonious assault with a specification and three counts of felonious assault, one count of vehicular assault, and two counts of endangering children.

Faul allegedly on or about this past Feb. 7 knowingly caused or attempted to cause harm to two identified victims with a motor vehicle. The specification with one of those two counts stated one of those victims was a woman Faul knew was pregnant at the time of his alleged offense.

Faul also allegedly committed a similar offense on March 19.

Two other counts allege Faul on or about this past March 19, while being the parent, guardian, custodian, person having custody or control, or person in loco parentis of a child younger than 18 or a mentally or physically handicapped child younger than 21, recklessly created a substantial risk to the health or safety of a child by violating a duty of care, protection, or support.

• Jack E. Hafner, 36, of Russellville, was indicted on one count of illegal manufacture of drugs, and illegal assembly or possession of chemicals

for the manufacture of drugs.

Hafner allegedly on or about this past Feb. 20 knowingly manufactured or otherwise engaged in any part of the production of methamphetamine.

• Lance J. Rich, 29, of Manchester, was indicted on one count of improperly handling firearms in a motor vehicle.

Rich allegedly on or about this past Feb. 25 knowingly transported or had a loaded firearm in a motor vehicle in such a manner the firearm was accessible to the operator or any passenger without leaving the vehicle.

• Raymond Baker, 43, of Blue Creek, was indicted on two counts of non-support of dependents.

• Misty Jones, 25, of Batavia, was indicted on two counts of non-support of dependents.

• Brian Tabor, 29, of Cincinnati, was indicted on one count of non-support of dependents, • Kimberly Goldfuss, 27, of Georgetown, was indicted on one count of non-support of dependents.

• Robert Bohl, 36, of Sardinia, was indicted on one count of non-support of dependents.

An indictment means a grand jury found that enough evidence exists that an accused person likely committed the crime(s) with which he or she is charged. An indictment by itself, however, does not mean the person is guilty of a specific crime or crimes or that he or she actually committed a specific crime or crimes.

Pastor Gary Chance to preach at local church Pastor Gary Chance and his from the congregation Kingdom ministries House of Prayer in Hamilton will be at The Bridge Church on Friday, Apr. 16, 2010 at 7:30 p.m., located at 15212 Bodman Rd. in Mt. Orab.

Pastor Gary L. Chance, a native of Port Clinton in northern Ohio, matriculated from the Baldwin Wallace University with a BA in Criminal Justice and Bowling Green University with a MA in Public Administration.

He is married to his lovely wife Brenda, and they are the proud parents of two children: Blair and Garrett.

For more information, call the church office at (937) 4445300, or visit www.mybridgeministries.com.

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ABC Hair With Class operated by Joanie Kattine a stylist for over thirty years.

Also Bell of The Ball Gowns operated by Miss Joy This shop features Civil War ball gowns and stylish accessories.

Saturday April 17 from 2 till 4 pm Everyone is invited to a sneek preview.

They both will show off their creations.

There will be light refreshments served. This is a must if you plan to attend the Grant Ball.

For more info call 937-378-4866 They are open for business Wednesday thru Saturday 11am till 5pm

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Absentee ballots are now available for Primary Election in Brown Co. Brown County Board of Elections Director Sue McIntosh announced on April 5 the absentee ballots for the Primary Election on Tuesday, May 4, are now available at the BCBE Office in the Brown County Administration Building, 800 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown.

As of January 2006, a qualified Ohio voter does not have to state a reason to vote by absentee ballot although the ballot must be applied for in writing.

Any Ohio resident who is not properly registered to vote must submit his or her written request to the board of elections of the county in which his or her voting residence is located.

A voter may vote absentee in the BCBE Office or have a ballot mailed to his or her residence. Anyone wishing to receive a ballot through the mail may write to Brown County Board of Elections, 800 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown, OH 45121 or go to the BCBE Office and request an absentee ballot. The absentee ballot

applications also are available on the BCBE website at www.elec tionsonthe.net.

A person applying for an absentee must give the following information (a form is available for one’s convenience, but its use is not required): • One’s name and home address.

• One’s signature (an application may not be signed by a Power of Attorney unless a person has filled out the specific form related to the BCBE Office prescribed by the Ohio Secretary of State’s Office).

• One’s date of birth.

• One of the following: (A) a driver’s license number; (B) the last four digits of one’s Social Security Number; or (C) a copy of one’s current and valid photo identification, a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government documents that shows one’s name and address.

• The election for which the ballot is being requested.

• The mailing address to which the ballot is to be mailed.

• A statement that the application is a qualified elector.

• For the Primary Election, an indication of one’s choice of ballot (Constitution, Green, Democratic, Libertarian, Republican, Socialist or Non-Partisan Issues Only). There will be issues on the Primary Election ballot in all Brown County precincts.

There must be a separate signed request from each applicant, but applications from more than one person may be mailed in the same envelope.

Absentee ballots may be voted in person at the BCBE Office until 4 p.m. Monday, May 3. The deadline for receipt of mail-in absentee ballot applications is noon Saturday, May 1.

Absentee ballots must be returned to the BCBE Office in person, either by a voter or one of his or her eligible family members, by the close of the polls (7:30 p.m.) on Primary Election Day, May 4. Those ballots cannot be taken to polling locations.

Ballots may be returned by U.S. mail but must be postmarked no later than the day before the Primary Election and received by BCBE no later than 10 days after that election. The return envelope must bear a valid postage cancellation stamp affixed by the U.S. Postal Service.

BCBE Office hours are 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. The office will be open 9 a.m.-noon on May 1.

Anyone with questions about absentee ballots may call the BCBE Office at (937) 3783008.

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The theme of this year's Relay is "Birthday Party", celebrating a world with more birthdays.

The winning poem will be read at the opening ceremony of Relay For Life on May 21 & 22 at the Brown County Fairgrounds and the winning art submission will be featured on the cover of the event program. This contest is open to all individuals that live in Brown County. Please send your submission to Rene Green 124898 Brannon Rd Bethel, OH 45106 or drop by the Mt. Orab Library by May 15. Contest winners will be notified prior to the event. For more information, please contact Rene Green at 937-444-0456.

The Relay For Life of Brown County is hosting a cake decorating contest on the day of Relay For Life on May 21 & 22. The theme of this year's Relay is "Birthday Party", celebrating a world with more birthdays. For those interested in entering a cake in the contest, please bring your cake to the event on May 21 at 5:30-6 p.m. at the Brown County Fairgrounds. For more information, please contact Rene Green at 937-444-0456

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Mercy Clermont hosting first of Orthopedic Lecture Series with Wellington Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine of Greater Cincinnati.

He will discuss common athletic injuries that adult athletes experience. He also will review the signs, symptoms and treatment options that are available after a person suffers an injury.

A question and answer session will follow Crellin’s lecture.

Those attending the lecture should enter through the hospital’s Main Entrance. Further

information is available by calling (513) 732-8200.

Other lectures at Mercy Hospital Clermont are scheduled 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursdays, June 17 and Sept. 16. Lectures at Mercy Hospital Anderson, 7495 Road, Anderson State Township, are scheduled 5:306:30 p.m. Thursdays, April 29, May 20, Aug 19 and Oct. 21.

All the lectures are free and open to the public.

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“No Bones About It’ Orthopedic Lecture Series at Mercy Hospital Clermont and Mercy Hospital Anderson will begin 5:30-6:30 p.m. this Thursday, April 15.

Brian Crellin, D.O., will discuss “Common Adult Athletic Injuries” at Mercy Hospital Clermont, 3000 Hospital Drive, Batavia.

Crellin, a Board Certified osteopathic physician who specializes in sports medicine, is

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National Library Week will be observed April 11-17 in the Learning Resources Center (LRC) at Southern State Community College’s South Campus, 12681 U.S. Route 62, Sardinia. It is open and free to the public.

Refreshments will be served daily. This year’s theme is “Communities Thrive @ Your Library.”

For a complete schedule or more information, please contact Mary Ayres, South Campus LRC manager at mayres@sscc.edu or 1-800628-7722 ext. 3681.

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The Brown County Board of Commissioners issued a proclamation designating April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Brown County during an April 5 ceremony.

Participants from left include Brown County Commissioner William Geschwind; Brown County Board of Commissioners Vice President Ralph Jennings; Cassandra Stroop, YWCA Sexual Assault Service coordinator; Ashley Silvis, YWCA non-residential domestic violence case manager in Brown County; Kirstin Eismin, with the YWCA House of Peace; and Julie Pedersen, Prevention Education coordinator for the YWCA of Greater Cincinnati.

Commissioners proclaim April Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Brown Co. The Brown County Board of Commissioners issued a proclamation designating April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Brown County during an April 5 ceremony at the Brown County Administration Building in Georgetown.

YWCA of Greater Four Cincinnati representatives joined Brown County Board of Commissioners Vice President Ralph Jennings and Brown County Commissioner William Geschwind at the ceremony.

Brown County Board of Commissioners President Margery Paeltz was in Columbus and unable to attend the ceremony.

The proclamation read as follows: “Whereas, sexual assault continues to be a major social crisis in our society; and

“Whereas, sexual assault is an intolerable violent crime that affects every person of Brown County as a victim/survivor or as a family member, significant other, neighbor, co-worker, or friend of a victim/survivor; and “Whereas, sexual assault affects women, children, and men of all racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds; and “Whereas, the YWCA Sexual Assault Services leads the way in a community seeking to improve the services for victims/survivors by providing quality services and assistance to sexual assault survivors through 24-hour hotlines, counseling, support groups, advocacy, medical care, professional training, and prevention education; and “Whereas, we recognize that no one person, organization,

agency, or community can eliminate sexual assault on their own – we must work together to educate our entire population about what can be done to prevent sexual assault, support victim/survivors and their significant others, and increase support for agencies providing services to victim/survivors; and “Whereas, this community recognizes the vital importance of designating a time devoted to increasing the general public’s awareness and support of agencies providing services to sexual assault survivors and other affected community members; “Now therefore be it proclaimed that we, the Brown of County Board Commissioners, do hereby proclaim the month of April 2010 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Brown County, Ohio.”

Conservation farm family award nominations sought Deadline for submitting nomination forms for review is May 1 www.thehomeplacefurniture.com

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2010 Conservation Farm Family Awards. The awards program is coordinated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Soil and Water Resources and co-sponsored by Ohio Farmer Magazine and the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation.

Nomination forms can be obtained from your local county soil and water conservation districts or by visiting the division’s website. They must be returned by May 1 to Ohio Farmer Magazine, 117 W. Main St., Suite 202, Lancaster, OH 43130.

Begun in 1984, the Conservation Farmer Awards Program recognizes Ohio farm families who are doing an outstanding job of managing natu-

ral and human resources in such a way as to meet both production and conservation goals.

Individual farmers, partnerships or family farm corporations are eligible for nomination, provided a substantial portion of their income is derived from farming. Judging is based on the nominee's use of new and traditional conservation techniques; comprehensive management; individual initiative in applying conservation measures; and the nominee’s willingness to share conservation information, experiences and philosophy with others.

Five area finalists will be chosen from around the state.

These top conservation farm families will be recognized at the annual Farm Science Review in September. They will also receive a $400 check

courtesy of the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation and be featured in the September issue of Ohio Farmer Magazine.

Agriculture is Ohio largest industry and the largest land use in the state. Nearly 60 percent of Ohio's land is used for crop production and pasture.

Not surprisingly, farming has a big impact on the state's land, water, woodland and wildlife resources. The key to maintaining a balance between this important industry’s contribution to Ohio’s economy and the environment is conservation and wise resource management.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources ensures a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.

Visit the ODNR web site at ohiodnr.com.

In an effort to make fresh produce more available to all Ohioans, the Ohio Department of Agriculture is providing grants to farmers markets through the Farmers Market Access Project to help fund new infrastructure to accept Electronic Benefits Transfer.

This would allow the electronic processing of food assistance through the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services’ Direction Card. All funding will be used to promote Ohio agriculture and to advance the long-term economic viability and sustainability of Ohio’s specialty crop industry while promoting food security for nutrition assistance recipients at Ohio farmers markets.

“This program is one more effort by the state to increase access to healthy food for all Ohioans,” said Department of Agriculture Director Robert Boggs. “The department continues work to further strengthen the logistical supply line between the state’s farmers who grow nutritious local foods and its consumers, which is underscored by Gov. Strickland’s Ohio Neighborhood Harvest initiative.”

The Ohio Neighborhood Harvest initiative is a statewide effort to ensure that Ohioans in every neighborhood have access to locally grown, affordable and healthy food.

Funds for the Farmers

Market Access Project were made available by congressional appropriation, with $26,000 available for 2010. Grants will be awarded on a first-comefirst-serve basis and are subject to available funding. Awarded grants will range from $500 to $1,000.

The goals of the Farmers Market Access Project, as well as the Ohio Neighborhood Harvest, are to increase healthy food choices for all Ohioans and to promote the sale of Ohio foods, which will benefit Ohio farmers and the state economy.

There are approximately 180 farmers markets in the state that may be eligible to accept food assistance benefits through this program. The U.S. Department of Agriculture research estimates that for every dollar in food assistance benefits that is dispersed, $1.84 is generated in economic activity.

A farmers market is a location where several producers congregate to offer fruits, vegetables, flowers, plants and other agricultural products.

These markets are often located in a public parking lot or at a local fairground. During the harvest season, most markets are open once or twice a week.

For a listing of Ohio’s farmers markets, visit www.ohioproud.org.

For more information about the Farmers Market Access Project, or to apply, visit www.agri.ohio.gov.

S’dinia Branch The Brown County Public Library Board of Trustees will meet in regular session at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 21, at the Sardinia Public Library, 13309 Purdy Road, Sardinia, for the purpose of conducting any business that may come before it at the time.

Booksale to take place at Aberdeen Library The Aberdeen Friends of the Library are holding a booksale on Friday, April 23, from 12 to 6 p.m., and on Saturday, April 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Drop by and pick up your summer reading material. The Friends are still accepting donations of books, DVD's, CD's, tapes and cooking and craft magazines, so clean your shelves of gently used items and bring them to the library during regular hours. You'll have lots of space to fill with new selections. For further information, call Penny Westheider, President at (937) 795-8026.

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Madeline (nee Potter) Anderson, 49, Williamsburg died Monday, April 5, 2010.

Madeline was born on May 23, 1960 in Cincinnati to the late Albert Cecil and Nancy (Shepher) Potter.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two sisters, Margaret Watson, Joann Hicks and one granddaughter, Shayla Murray, She was an employee of East Fork State Park in maintenance.

Madeline is survived by her husband, Keith Anderson, Williamsburg, daughters, Teresa Murray, Mt. Orab, Angela Hartman, Mt. Orab, grandchildren Dillan, Alexyss, Mackensey, Cooper, Emily, Ike III, sisters, Betty Atkins, Anderson, Ind., Marie Irvin, Williamsburg, Christine May, Batavia, Mary Knight, Cincinnati, Geraldine McFarland, Hamersville, brothers, Junior Potter, Anderson, Ind., and Kenny Potter, Sardinia.

Services were Thursday, April 8, 2010 at Egbert Funeral Home, Mt. Orab. Interment was in Mt. Orab Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Gladys Lucille (Barber) Stephan, 98 Gladys Lucille (Barber) Stephan, 98, passed away April 2, 2010 at her son David Stephan’s house on the farm where she raised her family.

She was born August 2, 1911, Mt. Orab. Oh., the daughter of the late Edward and Stella (Minnie) Barber.

Gladys was the second of fourteen children and she was preceded in death by eight brothers, Arthur, Walter, Charles, Clarence, Albert, Eugene, Virgil, and Raymond Barber and sisters, Mildred Hurst, and Florence Adams plus two stillborn sisters.

On July 18, 1935 she married George Philip Stephan in Cincinnati. They were married 32 years and had five children: twin daughters, Irma Stephan and Norma (Wilfred) Kelch, daughter, Carolyn (Donald) Vance and two sons, David (Helen) Stephan, Richard (Linda Sue) Stephan. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Sharon (Paul) Blankemeyer, Charles (Jackie) Kelch, Ramona (David) Fetters, Mark (Shawnea) Kelch, Melissa Stephan, Brian Stephan, Eric (Sarah) Stephan, great grandchildren, Gregory (Heather) Housh, Nathan and Megan Housh, Paul Jonathon Blankemeyer, Matthew and Daniel Kelch, Jennifer and Joseph Fetters, Jessika and Jacobo Kelch, and Kayla Stephan, a great, great grandson Hunter Ward, a brother, Paul Barber, Mt. Orab, and a sister-in-law Rosetta Barber, Mt. Orab.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at 1 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church, Arnheim.

Burial will follow in the Peace Lutheran Cemetary.

Memorials may be made to the Peace Lutheran Church Remembrance Fund, Hospice of Hope, Mt. Orab, or the Mt. Nebo United Methodist Church Building Fund.

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James Alex Patrick, 67 James Alex Patrick, 67, Bethel, Oh., died Thursday, April 1, 2010 at the Brown County General Hospital in Georgetown, Oh. He was a retired custodian for Williamsburg High School in Williamsburg.

He was born on January 15, 1943 in Felicity, the son of the late Alex and Ruth (Taulbee) Patrick. He was also preceded in death by one son - Johnny Steven Patrick.

Mr. Patrick is survived by one daughter - Barbara Hudson of Bethel, Ohio, one son James D. Patrick of Georgetown, Ohio; three grandchildren - Kyle Patrick, Marc Hudson and Dylan Patrick and one brother Ronnie Patrick of Bethel, Ohio.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at the Cahall Funeral Home in Georgetown, Oh. Interment was in the Bethel Tate Cemetery in Bethel.

If desired, memorials may be made to the Markey Cancer Center, 800 Rose Street, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Ky. 40536-0293.

Bernice L. Connor, 79 Bernice L. Connor, 79, Mt. Orab, died Sunday, April 4, 2010.

She was born June 10, 1930 in Greenbush, Oh., to the late Ora and Edna (nee White) Jones.

She was a member of the Mt. Orab Church of Christ and volunteered at Clermont Mercy Hospital for over 24 years.

Beloved wife of Carl "Jake" Connor, loving mother of Jeffrey Lynn Connor, Batavia, and Kimberly Ann Allen, Batavia, devoted grandmother of Holly Lynn Connor, Batavia, Erin Nichole Connor, Batavia and Christie Renee Connor, Batavia.

Friends were received at 11 a.m. Saturday April 10, 2010 at Megie Funeral Home 104 Spice Street for the funeral services.

Interment was in Mt. Orab Cemetery, Green Twp., OH. Memorial donations may be directed to Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley 215 Hughes Blvd.

Mt. Orab, OH 45154.

Harold Jackson Bunch, 75 Harold Jackson Bunch, 75, Georgetown, Ohio died Sunday, April 4, 2010 at his residence. He was a retired welder for the Leyman Manufacturing Company in Kenwood, Ohio and a United States Air Force Veteran. Harold was born on September 14, 1934 in Corbin, Ky. the son of the late Alford and Gladys (Gibson) Bunch.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Louis Jean Dooley.

Mr. Bunch is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Stomps) Bunch; one daughter, Terry Giles and husband Darrell of Knoxville, Tenn.; one step-daughter, Andrea Hall and husband Mark, Loveland, three grandsons, Terry Giles and wife Katrina of Knoxville, Tenn., Carter Hall, Loveland, and Joe Lamplot, Newport, Ky.; one great grandson, Cameron Giles; one brother, Herbert Bunch and wife Pattie, Monroe, Oh.; one sister, Bobbie Barela of Colorado and several nieces and nephews.

Following cremation, private services will be held at the convenience of the family. The Cahall Funeral Home, Georgetown, is serving the family.

Albertine Z. Rice, 88 Albertine Z. Rice (nee Balser), 88, a former resident of Bethel died April 5, 2010 in Paris, Ky. Albertine was born Oct. 23, 1921, to the late Odis and Merdie Balser.

Mrs. Rice was preceded in death by her husband, the late Raymond Rice.

She was the beloved mother of Elaine (Jim) Hutchison, dear sister of Dorothy Corbin, Ralph Balser and the late Delno Balser.

She is also survived by five grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Services were Thursday, April 8, 2010 at the E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, Bethel.

Burial followed in Tate Township Cemetery, Bethel.

Memorials may be made to South Pacific Christian Fellowship, New Zealand Church Plant 7 Ridgeway Dr. Paris, Kentucky 40361

Robert Mitchell ‘Bob’ Roades, 81

Ethel Faye Brown, 98

Robert Mitchell “Bob” Roades departed this life April 5, 2010 at home on the farm where he was born, surrounded by his loved ones.

He was born May 14, 1928 to the late Ottis and Estella (Kibler) Roades.

Bob was a farmer and a lifelong resident on Buford, Ohio and a 1946 graduate of Buford High School.

Left to mourn his passing is his wife Jeane, whom he wed Feb. 26, 1949, his son Charles Roades of Mt. Orab, his daughters Pat (Marvin) Malott, Buford and Pam McCarty Mt. Orab, four grandchildren, Matthew (Valerie) Malott, Kara (Keith) Setty, Mitchell (Sara) McCarty, and Michael (Amber) McCarty, thirteen great grandchildren and his brother Donald (Berneda) Roades, Mt. Orab.

Bob was preceded in death by two sons, Robert Michael and Bobby Gene, three great grandchildren, and his sister, Lucille Roades Sydnor.

In keeping with Bob’s wishes, he was cremated. A celebration of Bob’s Life was held at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 10, 2010, at the Clay Township Park (the old Buford School) in Buford.

Bill Bear will officiate. Friends called from 5 p.m. until the Celebration of Life Service at 7 p.m. A wake immediately followed the Celebration of Life.

In Lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Buford Alumni Association or the Township Park Clay Commission.

The Davis-Turner Funeral Home, Lynchburg, is serving the family.

Ethel Faye Brown, 98, Georgetown, Ohio died Saturday, April 3, 2010 at the Hyde Park Health Center in Cincinnati, Ohio.

She was a retired beautician and a member of the Georgetown United Methodist Church. She was born on July 5, 1911 in Georgetown, the daughter of the late Clarence Arthur and Carrie Mae (Pindell) Shafer. She was also preceded in death by her husband – Perry Nelson Brown and one son – Randolph Bennett Pribble, Jr..

Mrs. Brown is survived by two sons – Allan Pribble, Bowling Green, Ky., and David Pribble, Morningview, Ky.; two daughters – Elaine (Brown) Story, Davidson, NC., and Kathleen (Brown) Dick, Cincinnati, nine grandchildren – David and Elisa Pribble, Jason and Emily Story, Jonathan and Annie Dick and Lindsay, Amy and Molly Wagenblast; three great grandchildren, one great great grandchild and one sister – Loretta Ernst, Georgetown.

Funeral services were held Thursday, April 8, 2010 at the Cahall Funeral Home in Georgetown, Ohio. Rev. Carla Warren officiated.

Interment was in the Confidence Cemetery in Georgetown, Ohio.

If desired, memorials may be made to the Georgetown United Methodist Church, 217 S. Main Street, Georgetown, Ohio 45121.

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Lucy Faye Cole, age 92, of Georgetown, passed away Thursday, Apr. 1, 2010, at Clermont Mercy Hospital in Batavia.

She was born in Feesburg on Apr. 17, 1917, the daughter of the late Eugene and Rachel (McKenzie) Liming. She is also preceded in death by her husband William H. Cole and several brothers and sisters.

She is survived by 2 daughters, Evelyn Gray and Regina & Jack Davis both from Georgetown; 12 Grandchildren, and 9 Great Grandchildren.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Memorials may be made to Donor’s Choice.

Arrangements are provided by the Meeker Funeral Home in Russellville.

Friends and Families may sign Mrs. Cole’s online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com

Evan Franklin Woodyard, infant, died on Mar. 26, 2010 in Cincinnati.

Mr. Woodyard is survived by his parents, Craig and Audra (nee Fyffe) Woodyard of Mt. Orab; brothers/sisters Jessica, Nick, Gunnar, Amanda, Lorianda; paternal grandparents Ed and Ruth Ann Woodyard, Mt. Orab; maternal grandparents, Randy and Judy Fyffe of Waverly, OH.; paternal greatgrandparent, Great Grandmother Matthews; maternal greatgrandparents, John and Carol Smith, Piketon, OH.; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.

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Mable S. Chriest, 99 Mable S. Chriest, 99, Georgetown, Ohio died Monday, April 5, 2010 at the Meadowwood Nursing and Care Center in Georgetown. She worked in sales.

Mable was born Dec. 2, 1910 in West Union, Oh., the daughter of the late Wylie and Icy (Young) Satterfield. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William E. Chriest and one son, James Richard Crummie.

Mrs. Chriest is survived by one daughter, Marcella Davidson, Georgetown, five grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren and one sister, Mary Kirker of Sardinia.

Graveside services were held Thursday, April 8, 2010 at the Confidence Cemetery in Georgetown. Interment was in the Confidence Cemetery. Cahall Funeral Home, Georgetown served the family.

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Louella Franklin (nee Mastin), 96 Louella Franklin, 96, of Bethel, died Thursday, Apr. 1, 2010.

Louella was preceded in death by her husband, James A. Franklin and two children, James L. Franklin and Betty L. Pitzer.

Mrs. Franklin is survived by a son, Richard A. Franklin; four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

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Judith Faye Fultz, 59, Ripley, Ohio, died Monday, April 5, 2010 at her residence. She was a waitress and a member of the Ripley Church of Christ.

Ms. Fultz was born Aug. 23, 1950 in Cincinnati, Ohio the daughter of the late Harry and Mildred (McGlone) Grubenhoff. She was also preceded in death by one brother, Harry Grubenhoff.

Ms. Fultz is survived by two sons - Shane (Leslie) Fultz of Lexington, Kentucky and Bobby (Dana) Fultz of Ripley, Ohio; three daughters - Candida (Brian) Costa, Georgetown, Larissa Avery, Ripley, and Cagney Fultz (Stephen Dicks), Cincinnati, seven grandchildren - Holli Fultz, Justin Fultz, Katlyn Germann, Sumera Fultz, Jordan Avery, Juwan Avery and Callie Fultz; five step grandchildren - Matt Costa, Allie Costa, Alexis Deminico, Maranda Thompson and Cody Dicks; three sisters - Joann McGuffey, Cincinnati, Carla Grubenhoff, Ripley, and Jackie Phillips, Aberdeen.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, April 8, 2010 at the Ripley Church of Christ where Rev. John Neu officiated.

Interment followed the funeral service in Maplewood Cemetery in Ripley.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to: Hospice of Hope, 909 Kenton Station Drive, Maysville, KY. 41056.

Wallace W. Sutton, 84, Hillsboro, passed away Monday, April 5, 2010 at Hospice of Cincinnati East. He was born March 18, 1926 in Rose Hill, Va., the son of the late Bishop Sutton and Mary Jane Jones Sutton.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers, Victor and Sewell Sutton, two sisters, Readith Williams and Edna Kashuba, a son-in-law, Kevin Brault, and a nephew, Roger Williams.

Survivors include his wife, Ruth F. Sutton, whom he married July 26, 1949, two daughters, Betty A. Suton (Paul) Burwinkle, Fayetteville, and Mary Sutton Brault, Hillsboro.

Also surviving is a brother, (Wilma) Sutton, Charlie McPhearson, Kan., and a sister, Wanda Mullen, Hillsboro. Other survivors are six grandchildren, Paul (Michelle) Burwinkle, Jason Burwinkle, Lori Burwinkle (Artie) Johnson, David Sutton, Michael Brault, and Keenan (Megan) Brault as well as three great grandchildren, Abigail Sutton, J.D. Sutton, and Madeline Anne Brault and several nieces and nephews.

Services were Thursday, April 8, 2010 at the Hillsboro 1st Baptist Church where Rev. David Hansen officiated. Burial followed in the Roberst Cemetery.

If desired, memorial contributions may be directed to the Hillsboro First Baptist Church, Hospice of Hope, or the American Heart Association in Mr. Sutton’s memory.

William Christopher Young, 39 William Christopher Young, 39, passed away suddenly on April 3, 2010.

He was born Nov. 28, 1970.

He was the cherished husband of Jane (nee Woods) Young, devoted and adoring father of Ethan Young, loving son of William (Valois) Young and Marina (Bill) Taylor, dear brother of Erick Young, and will be missed by numerous other family and friends.

A memorial service to celebrate his life was held at 11 a.m., Friday, April 9, at Faith Community United Methodist Church, 8230 Cox, Rd, West Chester.

If desired, memorials may be directed to the Christopher Young Memorial Fund at any 5/3rd Bank.

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ME In Luke 12:16 Jesus tells a parable. A parable, generally speaking, is an earthly story with a heavenly meaning. “And he spake a parable unto them, saying, The ground of a certain rich man brought forth plentifully: And he thought within himself, saying, What shall I do, because I have no room where to bestow my fruits? And he said, This will I do: I will pull down my barns, and build greater; and there will I bestow all my fruits and my goods. And I will say to my soul, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many years; take thine ease, eat, drink, and be merry.”

Notice in this parable that this man seems to think a lot about me, myself, and I. In verse 17 alone, just one sentence, we find the words he, himself, I, and my.

This is a very self-centered man.

Everything seems to be about what he will do and what belongs to him. There is nothing about what he could do for his wife, his children, grandchildren, mother, father or any other person. He is totally wrapped up in himself and enormously selfish.

Now I’m sure it is possible for a person to be that self-centered.

Would you agree? A person like that is going to have a very hard time being happy. In Acts 20:35 Paul quotes Jesus saying: “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” It just feels good to give someone something.

Especially someone you love or care about. Do you know what Jesus thinks about a person with a selfish, self-centered personality? Verse 20: “But God said unto him, Thou fool...” Now we are not supposed to call anyone a fool but God can and did. In Psalm 14:1 and again in Psalm 53:1 God said: “The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God...” Well the man in this parable was living as though there was no God because he was strictly living for himself.

He was number one; he put himself first. He had no time for God. Look what else God said after He called this man a fool. “...this night thy soul shall be required of thee: then whose shall those things be, which thou hast provided?” From one standpoint it does not matter how old you are or how young you are.

We do not know when God will require our souls. We could be here today and gone tomorrow.

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DR. CHARLES SMITH MT. ORAB BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH www.bbcmtorab.com God said that it is appointed unto man once to die and after this the judgment. He said: “...whose shall those things be, which thou hast provided?” When you leave here do you know how many possessions you are going to leave behind? You are going to leave them all. What you lay up in heaven is what will be important. He said: “...Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat; neither for the body, what ye shall put on. The life is more than meat, and the body is more important than clothes that you put on. Life is more important than what food you eat and your body is more important than the clothes you put on. Don’t be selfcentered; don’t let this world blind you to what is really important. Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. We are to put Him first; not ourselves. Ladies and gentlemen, you can be as rich as the man in this parable and still die and go to the devil’s hell. It is not how you start out in this world; it is how you end up.

Or should I say where you end up? There are only two directions that you can go. It is either up or down. The price was paid

by Jesus on Calvary’s cross. He died for our sins and was buried in that tomb. He arose from that tomb three days later. He paid the price but you may not have applied it. If not, then you do not have eternal life in heaven. By faith you can apply that payment that Christ made to your soul.

Simply confess Him as Lord; believe that God raised Him from the dead; and call upon His holy name. Confess to God that you are a sinner. The Bible tells us that all have sinned. Ask Him for forgiveness; and He will save your soul.

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Mr. Wendell Richey celebrates 90th birthday Wendell Richey will be celebrating his 90th birthday on April 16. If you would like to send a card, please mail to: 344 Marshall Ave., Georgetown, OH 45121

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Local newlyweds enjoy their new lives together Theresa Holbrook, (nee Otis) and John Woliver were married on Oct. 17, 2009 at St. Boniface Church in Cincinnati. The rehearsal dinner was held at the Cincinnati Museum Center-Union Terminal in the Old Cincinnati Riverfront exhibition. The couple chose the Freedom Center overlooking Cincinnati's riverfront as the reception venue. A two week

BY Matthew Goldschmidt Mt. Orab Renegades 4-H News Reporter Our March 22, 2010, meeting was called to order by our leader, Greg James. The pledges were led by Dylan Piersall.

Project registrations and membership dues were collected.

Shelby Caudill gave a demonstration on small animals using her pet rat, Victor.

Dylan Piersall won the contest “guess the number of jelly beans in the bottle” provided by Mikayla Caudill, Recreational Officer.

The following inspiration was shared by Shelby Caudill, our Inspirational Officer: “A smile is a powerful weapon. It can even break ice.”

There will be a Pygmy Goat Show in Wapakoneta, Ohio, April 9-11, 2010, and the Ohio State Equine Program invites 4H members to attend the 3rd Annual Buckeye Bonanza Horse and Tack Sale which will

be held on Saturday, April 17, at the Ohio State University Equine Facility. The tack sale will begin at noon and the student demonstration and horse sale will follow at 3 p.m.

Snacks and drinks were provided by Trevor, Travis, and Brianna Stacy.

Our next meeting will be Monday, April 12, 7 p.m., at the United Methodist Church in Mt. Orab.

Red Oak Ranchers held meeting

BY McKenzie Bracco Red Oak Ranchers 4-H club reporter Red Oak Ranchers 4-H club met on Thursday, April 8 at 7 p.m. at the Red Oak Church. Dues were to be paid at that meeting. Candy money that has been collected also needed to be turned in.

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EBHS students receive top honors at 2010 Southern State Art Show Cierra Countryman, a junior at Eastern, received Best of Show, Best of School, and 1st place Drawing (Black and White) for her artwork entitled "A Hopeful Coma." Evan Bunn, a senior, won Reserve Best of School and 2nd place Drawing (Black and White) for his pencil drawing "Dynamic Champion." April Haggard, also a senior, placed Honorable

Mention Best of School with her colored pencil drawing, "Fruit Still Life." Freshman, Amanda Temple, received an Honorable Mention Best of School for her colored pencil drawing entitled "Peter Max Project." Maria Jenkins, senior, also placed with an Honorable Mention Best of School for her mixed media artwork, "Maria's Collage."

A sweet surprise for Hamersville second graders Second graders at Hamersville Elementary School had a sweet afternoon recently as Mr. Eric Newman of Newman Family Maple Syrup came to speak with them about his business. Mr. Newman was kind enough to come and explain the process of making maple syrup to the kids as a reward for February's excellent behavior. Students learned that the process begins by drilling a hole into the maple tree and inserting a tap. The tree's sap runs when it's been thawed.

Sap begins to run from its roots up through the tree, and a bucket with a special lid or a special bag for collecting sap is hung onto the tap. The sap actually contains only 2% sugar, so the water content must be boiled away. After collecting nearly 200 gallons of sap, it is boiled for about 12 hours. A hydrometer is used to check that the syrup is done. When it's finished, it is graded according to color. Lighter maple syrup

grades indicate syrup made earlier in the season, and darker maple syrup color indicates syrup made later in the season that has a stronger maple taste.

Mr. Newman brought a maple log, hand drill, bucket with lid, taps, hydrometer, and test grade samples to demonstrate various parts of the process. He also showed students on the SmartBoard pictures and a video made at his "sugar shack."

Mr. Newman did a terrific job teaching the students, which was no surprise because he also works in our school district. He taught eighth grade math at the Mount Orab Middle School until recently taking a position as a Technology Integration Coach within our district. The kids were extra enthusiastic when Mr. Newman gave them samples of the maple sap and maple syrup! It was a sweet surprise for all! If you'd like to purchase some of Ohio's own locally grown syrup from the Newman Family, it is sold at

cruise in the eastern Mediterranean was enjoyed by the newlyweds. John practices law in Batavia, Ohio and Theresa is a recent retiree of Brown Co. Job and Family Services in Georgetown. The couple resides in New Richmond.

The Brown County Press wishes the Woliver’s many years of happiness!

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Fayetteville-Perry middle school announces honormerit roll students The Fayetteville-Perry middle school has announcesd its honor-merit roll students for the 3rd quarter, 2009-2010 term.

These students are: 6th Grade Honor: Riley Claytor, Beverley Fritz, Nichole Jones, Andrew King, Samantha Murphy, Corinne Strong and Sarah Young.

6th Grade Merit: Trace Burton, Tara Carnes, Marin Cofrancesco, Darrell Crain, Timmy Crone, Seth Hornsby, Max Iles, Ashley Jakeway, Kim Luke, Brittany Mansfield, Kyle Meyer, Cole Schaefer, Chasity Shelton, Jordan Siegler, Robbie Stiens, Abby Tipis, and Hannah Zugg.

7th Grade Honor: Annika Johnson, Autumn Panko, and Austin Walker.

7th Grade Merit: Emma Allen, Lindsey Davis, Tanner Fowler, Mariah Hazelbaker, Danielle Hedrick, Alex Julian, Michael Lawson, Jon Moore, Scottie Mullis, Ian Russo, Allyson Schaefer, Logan Stewart, Isaac Talley, Mackenzie Tussey, and Riley Wolf.

8th Grade Honor: Claire Carson, McKenna Hammons, D.J. Iles, Danae Johnson, Ashley Moore, Cara Robertson, Makayla Rosselot, Megan South, Tirzah Thompson, Gabby Valentine,

Sam Valk, Ethan Wolfer, and Sydney Wolfer.

8th Grade Merit: Aurora Boler, Nathan Borders, Kayla Brotherton, Morgan Burwinkel, Tessa Cofrancesco, Megan Eyre, Christian Holden, Ethan Kirchner, Jacob Laney, Kelly Palmer, Sydney Sheets, Carrie Smith, Jacob Stone, Austen Strong, and Marissa Wiederhold.

The Brown County Press would like to congratulate the aforementioned students in all of their academic success!

Ohio Watercolor Society brings exhibition to SSCC Southern State Community College is proud to present the Ohio Watercolor Society’s (OWS) 32nd annual touring exhibition “WatercolorOhio 2009” at the Appalachian Gateway Center on the college’s South Campus, 12681 U.S. Route 62, Fincastle. The exhibition is open for viewing from April 1-28, on Mondays from 12 noon to 9 p.m. and Tuesdays through Fridays from 12 noon to 4 p.m. An open-house event will be held from 4-9 p.m. on Thursday, April 22.

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Yonas’ welcome home new son, Wesley John Yonas John and Domenica Yonas of Hamilton are proud to announce the birth of their first child, a son, Wesley John Yonas, born on Mar. 2, 2010 at Mercy Fairfield Hospital, where he weighed seven pounds and nine ounces.

Wesley is welcomed home by his paternal grandmother, Diane Turner of Mt. Orab, and maternal grandparents Harry and Joy Ackley of Winchester.

John and Domenica are graduates of Western Brown High School and The Ohio State University.

The Brown County Press would like to congratulate the

Yonas’ with the arrival of Wesley. Congratulations!

Greene named to Dean’s List Mathew Earle Greene, son of Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Greene of Fayetteville, has been named to the Otterbein College’s Dean List for the Winter Quarter, 2010.

Students must be full-time with a GPA of at least 3.6 to qualify.

The Brown County Press congratulates Mathew on his success!

contributors to their snow days.

Fourth graders think that the water cycle is a wonderful thing.

The next part of our weather study will be using instruments to predict the weather.

Thanks to a grant from GE a weather station has been purchased. It has been installed and they will soon be predicting weather like the true meteorologist they are.

Astronomy classes offered at SHCTC Southern Hills Adult Education is excited to announce a new course offering: Astronomy! In this course, students will learn the history of astronomy as well as the answers to questions such as: How big is the moon and how far? How far are the stars and how do we know? How did my bones become bones?

Why is the sky blue? Who invented the telescope? How do they work? How much would Elvis weigh on Jupiter?

What are the top constellations and where are they? How do I find them? Not only will the

students find the answers to these questions, but weather permitting, the students will be invited to an actual viewing during the course.

This course will meet on Saturday mornings from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. for four consecutive weeks beginning Apr. 10, 2010. The cost of the course is $65. Enroll today by calling the Adult Education office at Southern Hills Career and Technical Center at (937) 378-6131 Ext. 357. Southern Hills accepts Visa and MasterCard for payment of classes.

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Watch out Cincinnati meteorologists! Mt. Orab Elementary fourth grade has dozens of young meteorologists waiting for their chance to take your job. The classes in the fourth grade have been studying the weather for the last few weeks.

They have discovered the water cycle and the classrooms have set up mini water cycles. They have also discovered that the water cycle is one of the major

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RULH DECA award ceremony a success The hard work and dedication paid off for the students in the RULH Marketing program, funded by Southern Hill Career Center. Ripley DECA members took stage at the 66th annual Ohio DECA State Award Ceremony in Columbus on Mar. 20.

The Ripley DECA members received recognition in the glare of spotlights and before a crowd of 2,500 at the Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium. The top ten finalists in each event are called to stage and awarded with finalist medallions. The students recognized as top ten finalists were: Amanda McClain, Katie McClain, Kelsey Carpenter, Taban Flores, Katie Skinner, Meagan Kirschner, Taylour Day, Karli Lightner, Kristin Regenstein, Hannah Spiller, Haley Wright, Katlyn Adams, and Mollie Malone.

Amanda McClain was awarded with a second place trophy for her skills demonstrated in the Food Marketing Event.

Hannah Spiller earns a prestigious recognition by placing second in the Outstanding Marketing Education Student Contest. Katie McClain was awarded a $1,000 scholarship and a recognition plaque by Ohio DECA at the opening general session. She later received a top ten finalist award in Business Services at the grand awards ceremony. Kelsey Carpenter was declared a top ten finalist in Principles of Business Administration.

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Malone earned fourth place in the state and Gold Level recognition in the Ohio/National DECA Chapter Award Program entry.

Also achieving a high level of success were Taylour Day, Karli Lightner and Kristin Regenstein who competed in the Public Relations Project. They were recognized on stage for their top 10 finish. The team of Meagan Kirschner, Katie Skinner and Taban Flores also earned a top 10 state finalist award in the Entrepreneurship Promotion Campaign.

Amanda McClain has qualified to compete at the International DECA Career Development Conference in Louisville, Kentucky Apr. 2428, 2010. She will be joined by Katie McClain, Katie White and Karli Lightner as they participate in the senior management institute. All of the students are enrolled in marketing education, a program which trains students for careers in marketing, merchandising, and management.

Criminal justice student advances to state competition Southern Hills Career and Technical Center student Greg Reed received third place in the Criminal Justice Division at the SkillsUSA regional competition March 6 held at the Delaware Area Career Center in Delaware, Ohio. The win earned him the privilege of competing at state level competition in April. Greg attends the Southern Hills CTC Criminal Justice program as a junior student from Western Brown.

Mr. Randy Carson, Southern Hills Criminal Justice instructor, traveled to Delaware with Greg. He said that the judges complimented Greg on his professionalism several times both during and after the competition. Mr. Carson states, “From what I

Eighteen graduate from SSCC’s practical nursing program The 40th graduating class of Southern State Community College’s practical nursing program was honored during a special pinning ceremony held Friday, March 19, in the college’s Central Campus auditorium. Eighteen students were recognized for completion of the college’s one-year certificate program.

“The pinning ceremony is a time-honored tradition that began in the 1860s to mark the passage from nursing school to the nursing profession,” said Dr. Julianne Krebs, SSCC Director of Nursing, who opened the evening’s ceremony with introductions of the nursing faculty and SSCC President Dr. Kevin Boys.

“My participation is an honor,” said Dr. Boys. “We’re here to celebrate your talent and hard work as you have chosen one of the most noble professions. We are all indebted to those who choose the nursing profession.

Dr. Krebs recognized Phi Theta Kappa members Michele Brown, Ashley Dillion, Sarah Fizer, Dee Horton and Nancy Roosa, and announced that Fizer graduated cum laude (3.53.74 GPA) and Roosa graduat-

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ed summa cum laude (3.9-4.0) from the nursing program.

Brenda Tilton, practical nursing faculty member, then the Licensed presented Practical Nursing Association of Ohio’s free one-year membership award to graduate Dee Horton.

Graduates of the Southern State Community College practical nursing program include: Hazel S. Barnhill of Leesburg, Michele Lee Brown of Clarksville, Ashley Marie

Dillion of Washington C.H., Kala Renee Ferguson, Sarah Renae Fizer of Sabina, Lisa L. Frazier of Washington C.H., Joyce A. Gilbert of Wilmington, Dee Anna Minton Horton of Sabina, Tammy Nicole Luncan of Fayetteville, Terre Poynter of West Union, Christina Ann Ramsey of Seaman, Nancy Jane Roosa of Wilmington, Felicia Elaine Scott of Greenfield, Katherine L. Sparrow of Mt. Sterling, Jamie Yolanda Thomas of Peebles,

Jamie L. Thompson of Wilmington, Peggy Lee Ward of Stout and Christina Marie Yerian of Leesburg.

New graduate Nancy Roosa offered the benediction to close the evening’s ceremony.

To learn more about Southern State Community College’s practical nursing program, which began in 1981, please call Administrative Assistant Sue Leach at 1-800628-7722, ext. 2640, or visit www.sscc.edu.

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Greg Reed at the SkillsUSA awards presentation.

saw at this year’s competition, it was probably the strongest field since I’ve been involved in SkillsUSA. So I’m quite proud of Greg and his accomplishments.”

During the month of February, students in Mrs. Cindy Donathan’s 2nd grade classroom at Mt. Orab Elementary learned all about the Olympic games.

They read about the ancient event and compared them to the modern day events. They also learned about where the events took place this year.

Students created interactive trivia flip charts to display in the

hallway to show what they had learned. They were very interested in learning about the sport Curling.

Another highlight was their Olympic Gold Medal pictograph where they kept a tally each day of how many gold medals each country earned.

They finished their unit by competing in classroom Metric Olympic Events.

Pictured are Jake Finn and Shaun Lucas, both 2nd grade students at Mt. Orab Elementary.

MOE students celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday On Tuesday, Mar. 2, Mt. Orab Elementary students in the 2nd grade classroom of Mrs. Cindy Donathan joined children from across the country to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday.

This day, known as “Read Across America”, contained events celebrating the love Of Dr. Seuss and reading.

Students wore their pajamas

to school and brought their favorite stuffed animal so they could snuggle up to a good book while students all over the country did the same thing.

Mrs. Donathan shared her favorite Dr. Seuss books and students were asked to create new characters for the story.

The children also spent time learning about his life.

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WB FFA competed in District 9 Small Engines CDE Three members of the Western Brown FFA chapter, Jayson Lodwick, Gary Rump, and Jeff Roberts, competed in the District Small Engines career development event (CDE). At they contest they identified parts and tools used on engines, and determined a problem with an engine, and fixed it. The team overall placed 5th, individually Gary Rump placed 2nd and Jeff Roberts placed 9th.

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Sardinia kindergarteners enjoy the hunt The children in Marilyn Fryer’s Sardinia Kindergarten class enjoyed a windy but fun Easter egg hunt recently.

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Western Brown FFA took three students to State Job Interview Lara Staples, Dara Howser, and Anna Yockey all represented Western Brown and District 9 at the State Job Interview contest. Lara Staples competed in Division 3 for juniors and placed 4th. Dara Howser competes in Division 2 for sophomores and placed 2nd. Anna Yockey competed in Division 1 for freshmen and placed 7th. At this contest they prepared a resume and cover letter, when they got there they filled out an application and went into an interview. The interview was set up like an actual job inter-

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view, after the interview they wrote a follow up letter to their interviewer.

Student awarded scholarship by Xavier University Amanda Sentney, Sardinia, the daughter of Donna and Jeff Sentney, has accepted a Buschmann Award from Xavier University. She will graduate from Eastern Brown High School, where she is active in golf, FFA, and showing horses. Amanda plans to major in radiologic technology at Xavier. The Buschmann Award is based on a student’s record in high school and amounts vary.

The Southern Hills Career and Technical Center senior Cosmetology students were recent guests of S&S Beauty Supply in Milford. Diane Fisher, education director with S&S, arranged a tutorial session with Terri Gale, an educator from Tressa brand hair products. Ms. Gale operates her own salon, Elite Images, in Galion, Ohio, and has worked with the Tressa Company for ten years as well. Terri demonstrated perms, extreme coloring, and highlighting using the Tressa products.

Although students learn and practice these skills in their lab throughout the two-year Cosmetology program at SHCTC, industry presenters pique their interest in the real world of work, reinforce standard theories they’ve learned in class, and introduce new concepts and ideas.

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Pictured are, front row left to right: Lauren Hackworth, Jessie O’Tool, Mariah Hazelbaker, Paige Cook, Evelyn Davis; second row: Kayla Buchanan, Alesha White, Danielle Powell, Bethany Eltzroth, Terri Harvey, Samantha Whitaker; Back Row: Brittany Bays, Malissia Napier, Sarah Godby, Kasandra Steward, Amy Waits; Center Back: Educator, Terri Gale

After the classes, the seniors and their instructor,

Mrs. Dolores Stuhlreyer, enjoyed shopping at S&S for

supplies for their lab and Hair-A-Thon.

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Tackett, Law Enforcement Administrator James Lehman and District 5 Manager, Todd Haines.

Wright is assigned to District 5.

He has been employed by ODNR since 1993.

On Monday, April 5, Each of the six were booked into the Brown County Jail, photographed and fingerprinted and released on 10,000 dollar recognizance bonds.

ODNR spokesperson Mike Shelton said a felony conviction for any of the individuals would likely result in the loss of employment and their state pension benefits.

Division of Wildlife Assistant Chief Jim Marshall will serve as acting chief at the agency until the matter is resolved.

The case began last October when the Office of the Inspector General for the State of Ohio launched a probe into the Division of Wildlife after receiving a complaint from a confidential informant.

After a nearly five month investigation, The IG Office found that Wildlife Officer Allan

Wright let Eric Vaughn, a friend of his from South Carolina, use his address to obtain a resident hunting license in 2006.

The IG report says “This act resulted in producing a fraudulent hunting license and deprived Wildlife of additional revenue.

Additionally, Officer Wright checked in the deer killed by Eric Vaughn, producing another false document when Wright listed his home address as Vaughn’s address on the harvest report.”

Vaughn is a South Carolina Wildlife Officer.

He saved 106 dollars by paying 19 dollars for a resident permit instead of 125 dollars for a nonresident one.

The report continues that Wright's superiors "ignored the criminal violation of falsification and decided to handle the violation with an administrative investigation."

The IG report continued, saying “Wildlife administrators said they never recognized or considered Wright’s actions could be criminal.”

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“Failure of Good Behavior” and issued him a verbal reprimand.

The Executive Summary of the IG report continues, saying “The more appropriate classification of ‘Dishonesty’ by willfully falsifying an official document was not considered” by Wildlife administrators.

Brown County Prosecuting Attorney Jessica Little made the decision to indict those above Wright in the Division of Wildlife after receiving a copy of the IG report.

“They ignored criminal activity

and tried to sweep it under the rug”, Little said.

“The higher you go with this (administratively) the worse it smells.”

The six all pleaded not guilty to the various charges and will return to court in Brown County later this month as the case continues.

ONDR Chief of External Affairs, Mike Shelton, said the Inspector General's Office is still investigating the internal response of ODNR to the actions of Wright.

Shelton added that “pending the outcome of court proceedings,

ODNR will take whatever action that the Inspector General’s office recommends.”

The conclusion of the Executive Summary of the IG report states “We find Officer Wright committed an act of wrongdoing. We also find that Wildlife administrators committed wrongful acts or omissions by failing to properly investigate Officer Wright.”

The IG office issued two recommendations as well.

One was that ODNR should update their Suspected Illegal

Commissioners discuss Neighborhood Stabilization Program at H’port mtg.

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Board of Commissioners President Margery Paeltz said the target area the commissioners chose in which to take down old buildings as part of Brown County’s NSP application was Hamersville, but it had been tough in that village to get “all parties to the table” to get some buildings demolished.

Paeltz said the county was still looking at some possible Hamersville demolitions.

Board of Commissioners Vice President Ralph Jennings explained people have to come forward to participate in the NSP, but owners of buildings that may need to be demolished must agree to that work. A neighbor just can’t complain about an old house he or she doesn’t like and get it demolished; its owners must sign proper documents.

Paeltz said while NSP is aimed to tear down old buildings that once were residences, the county received a waiver to enable its NSP funds to be spent for the future demolition of a former business structure, the old Case Design Building on Apple Street in Georgetown.

She said hopefully that building will be down before the end of the year. Paeltz mentioned plans call for the construction of a new building at that site in which Helping Hands In Christian Service Inc., a volunteer organization that serves people needing assistance, will relocate from its current build-

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The Case Design Building, shown here at its location on Apple Street in Georgetown, is slated for demolition through the Neighborhood Stabilization Program to make way for an eventual new building which will house Helping Hands In Christian Service Inc. operations.

ing on Camp Run Road in Georgetown. Paeltz mentioned Brown County’s NSP participation thus far has resulted in the demolition of three buildings in Russellville, two each in Higginsport, and one each in Ash Ridge, Georgetown, and Ripley with a couple in Fayetteville, one in Green Township and the one near the Higginsport park also on the list for demolition.

Projects’ Funding Discussed Also at the meeting, the commissioners discussed steps vil-

lages could take to obtain federal or state funding for different projects. Lloyd mentioned how most programs she had looked at to obtain funds for Higginsport projects required the village to come up with a monetary match.

Paeltz mentioned how a village couldn’t match state funds with other state funds or federal funds with other federal funds.

“They don’t make it easy.”

She said Ferris and Brown County Economic Development Director Kelly

Cole work at obtaining state and federal dollars to help fund projects in the county.

Paeltz also said she supports the 1/4 of 1 cent sales tax increase the commissioners approved this past fall, but which is on the Primary Election Ballot on Tuesday, May 4, for possible repeal. She said she didn’t think people understood how little that tax will cost them: 25 cents for every $100 in taxable merchandise they purchase.

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The next step in the case is for Gusweiler’s attorneys to file an answer in the lawsuit.

The deadline for filing the answer is April 28.

A retired Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas Judge will be hearing the case.

The Honorable Thomas Nurre was assigned to the bench by the Supreme Court of Ohio.

That notice was filed with the Brown County Clerk of Courts office on Monday, April 5.

As the case moves forward,

common procedure in civil lawsuits is for one or both sides to petition the court with motions of Summary Judgement.

A Summary Judgement is when the judge decides if a side wins or loses as a matter of law.

The judge can find for one side or the other and the case is then over.

Or the judge can deny any motions for judgement and allow the case to move on to trial.

Meranda has asked for a jury trial.

On the question of attorney fees, Meranda is paying for the

services of her lawyer, Eric Deters, out of her own pocket.

Jonson said Judge Gusweiler is having his legal expenses paid for by an insurance policy provided by judges through the State Supreme Court of Ohio.

Bret Crow, Public Information Officer for the high court, said Gusweiler is eligible for the assistance because the Meranda lawsuit is seeking monetary damages from him as an individual.

Crow said under the current circumstances, Brown County will not be liable for any of Gusweiler’s legal expenses.

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Paeltz said if the economy improves, things will hopefully improve for the county budget as well.

One improvement could come next month as the new Kroger Marketplace opens in Mt. Orab.

Increased sales at the store would translate into a bump in sales tax collections for the county.

The commissioners said the tighter budget was due to a number of factors.

Lower tax collection, less money from the state and less interest income are all compounding the problem.

In 2008, the county received just over 659 thousand dollars in interest income on Certificates of Deposit.

In 2009, that dropped to about 357 thousand dollars.

In 2010, the county is expected to earn only 92 thousand dollars in interest income.

Current interest rates on CD’s are paying out around 1.5 percent, much lower than rates a couple of years ago.

Paeltz said things may get worse before they get better.

“If things don’t improve, we’re looking at having to make more cuts in 2011”, she said.

Commissioners attempted to increase sales tax collections in the county last October by approving a .25 percent increase in the county sales tax from 6.75 to 7.00 percent.

That was to go into effect in January of 2010 and was estimated to bring in an additional 650 to 700 thousand dollars in revenue.

That tax was put on hold after enough signatures were gathered to force a vote on the tax issue.

Voters will decide on May 4th.

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Activity Policy to require that suspected illegal activity be immediately reported to the Director or Chief Legal Counsel of ODNR. Shelton said ONDR implemented that recommendation on April 7.

The second recommendation was that ODNR should internally review the actions of all employees involved to determine whether their conduct warrants further administrative action or training.

Shelton said that portion of the OIG investigation is still open.

Sterling Township Trustees, Brown County will be accepting bids for RS2-MC30-MC3000 by the gallon and No. 8 stone by the ton, 405 Cold Mix and 404 Hot Mix by the ton. All materials are to be delivered, applied and rolled on various Township Roads.

Sealed bids along with a certificate of insurance and Bureau of workers compensation must be received by April 26, 2010.

Sealed bids can be sent to Fiscal Officer or presented at the April 26 meeting at Sterling Township Hall. Trustees reserve the right to accept or reject any or all bids. More information contact Trustees. If sending bids to address below please indicate on envelope that it is a bid.

Send bids to: Sterling Township Marilyn Lawrence, Fiscal Officer 1268 Lee-Be Dr. Williamsburg, Ohio 45176

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Should voters decide to allow the tax increase by voting down the referendum, the county will have more income, but it will be a smaller amount than some might expect.

Collection of the additional tax would not begin until October 1st.

Geschwind said the state is “a couple of months” behind on payments to counties, which means under that scenario, Brown County would get the October revenue payment in December...about fifty thousand dollars.

Paeltz said commissioners are concerned first and foremost with public safety. and that is reflected in the budget.

“Public safety is a major concern and we know it’s at the top of the list for people in the county”, she said.

The Brown County Sheriff’s Office takes the largest share of the county budget, with an appropriation of just over 2.3 million dollars.

The county employs about 275 people and Paeltz said that are all pitching in to help in these tough times.

“Our elected officials and employees are doing the best they can with what they have”, she said.

Meanwhile, Paeltz said she and the other commissioners are hoping for the best.

“Hopefully we don’t have to pay for any major repairs or deal with something out of the ordinary. If that happens, we may be in trouble.”

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Local equestrian honored by American Morgan Horse Association Roger Barricklow, Sardinia, recently was awarded with the 2009 American Morgan Horse Association's (AMHA) Man of the Year award at its annual convention that was held February in Lexington, Ky. This award is given to men who have made particularly exceptional contributions to the support and preservation of the Morgan breed and AMHA. Barricklow has been very influential in the Morgans world in southwestern Ohio.

He has shown particular dedication in the junior exhibitor area in helping youth develop their talents with the Morgan horse. His dedication started with his own children and later

with others. Barricklow has been instrumental with helping people learn to ride or drive.

His current junior exhibitor won ribbons in every class she entered at last October's Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show, which took place in Oklahoma City. He has been involved with the KYOVA Morgan Horse Club for 30 years, serving as president numerous times. Not many amateur owners and breeders are still in the business after 40 years, but Barricklow has the love of the Morgan horse in his blood and continues to breed horses for junior exhibitors and amateurs to show.

Literacy Council to host Spring Auction, Dinner The Literacy Council of Clermont and Brown Counties is accepting new or gently used donations for its Spring Auction and Skyline Dinner on Tuesday, April 20.

The event is scheduled at the Milford Volunteer Firefighter Community Hall in the Milford Shopping Center, 1006 Lila Ave., Milford.

Doors will open for dinner and viewing of auction items at 5:30 p.m., and the auction will begin at 6:30 p.m. Bidders need

to register, and cash, checks, and Master Card and Visa credit cards will be accepted.

Tickets for the Skyline Dinner are $10 each, and there is no fee to attend the auction only.

Proceeds will benefit the Literary Council, which helps adults learn how to read through volunteer one-on-one tutoring.

Further information is available by calling (513) 943-3741 or looking up www. clermontbrownliteracy.org.

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Ladies– tell the truth! Do you swoon at the sight of a man in military uniform? Does the thought of a cavalry officer dressed like a dashing cavalier excite you? Does your heart race even more quickly when you see those knee-high leather riding boots complete with spurs?

Well, they say that the uniform makes the man, and where better to see this for yourself than at the U.S. Grant Homestead Association’s Civil War Grand Ball? The site for all of this excitement will be the Floral Hall on the Brown County Fairgrounds in Georgetown, on Saturday evening, April 24, and the Ball will start with the Grand March at 8 p.m.

But wait! Come earlier, because starting at 7 p.m. we will again have complimentary horse-drawn carriage rides for all ball-goers to get you from the parking area up to the Floral Hall. It’s really a great photo opportunity, too!

Speaking of horses, this year we will again feature that famous (or infamous, depending upon your point of view!)

Confederate Cavalry General John Hunt Morgan. Author Lester V. Horwitz, who wrote a book about Morgan’s Raid a few years ago, described General Morgan as “dashing, daring, and disarming” and “a man among men, an idol among women”. Ladies, I don’t know about the rest of you, but personally, I’m saving a space on MY dance card for the

General!

Costumes are required for attendance at the Ball. Need a costume? Don’t wait too much longer—we’re about three weeks away from the big event! Here are some places to try: Schenz Theatricals in Camp Washington (513) 5426100); Costume Castle (513) 831-8121) at Ward’s Corner Road and I-275; Best of Both Worlds (513) 753-6611) on Ohio Pike in Amelia; and the new “Belle of the Ball” shop at the Grant Avenue School Emporium in Georgetown (call Jonie Kattine at this shop at (937) 378-4866). Another idea is to check E-Bay.com, as it sometimes has period clothing for sale which can be quite reasonably priced.

There will be period music for dancing and plenty of food and refreshments, and tickets for the Ball are only $15 for adults and $5 for children ages 12 and under for this wonderful evening of going back in time

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(and don’t forget about all those dashing men in military uniforms!). Tickets will be available at Donohoo Pharmacy, the Purdy and Ring Law office, the

Bailey House Bed and Breakfast in Georgetown, and at the door. For more information, call (937) 378-3087 or (937) 378-4119.

Get ready, get set, try out Magic Waters Summer Theatre's auditions are set for April 17 & 18, and in reality there is very little getting ready or getting set involved…..just show up and try out!

The auditions will be from 1 to 5 p.m. both days, but it is only necessary to show up on one of the days. For further information or to attempt to arrange for an alternate audition date, call (937) 365-1388. The complete playbill for the summer may be seen on the web page at: www.highlandohio.com/magicwaters

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Saturday, April 17th, 8am-1pm Brown County General Hospital Health Fair 425 Home Street, Georgetown

Bring DD214 discharge paper (if available) Eligibility criteria: feet-on-the-ground Vietnam Veterans; or Recipients of Global War on Terrorism Campaign Ribbon (within 5 years of return); or veteran eligibility may depend on income thresholds and other criteria.

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Brown County resident appointed to Ohio Wildlife Council

The Brown County Public Library has big week

Local resident Tim Ratliff has been appointed to the Ohio Wildlife Council by Governor Strickland. Tim is one of the

two new members appointed to this four- year term he will serve until 2014. Tim replaces Howard L. Calhoun from

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NOTICE The Board of Trustees of Pike Township requests that all flowers and decorations not in monument mounted vases or attached to the top of monuments be removed from sites in all Pike Township cemeteries prior to Monday, April 19, 2010.

Flowers and decorations that interfere with mowing or general maintenance will be removed by township personnel.

Any questions regarding the request may be directed to David Henderson, Trustee, at 937-444-2775.

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Akron that is retiring. The other is Kim R. Davis from Carrolton she replaces Gary Grant of Continental. Both Tim and Kim will be the members that represent agriculture on the board, they both have extensive farming backgrounds, from serving on a number of boards that is in relation to the farming industry, to running their own farming operation along with their families.

The Ohio Wildlife Council is made up of eight members that have been appointed by the Governor of Ohio. No more than four of the members can

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The Sardinia Branch of The Brown County Public Library is proudly celebrating its 10th birthday! The public is invited to open house birthday parties at Library on Sardinia Wednesday, April 14, and Thursday, April 15. From 67 p.m. on both nights, Clifford the Big Red Dog will be present to greet visitors and help celebrate the library’s birthday. Bring the kids and bring your own camera to take pictures with

Clifford.

Stop in to browse photo displays of Sardinia Library’s construction, the Grand Opening in April 2000, and lots of great memories from the last ten years.

Enjoy some birthday cake and enter special prize drawings for all ages. Anyone who checks out library materials may enter a drawing to win one of ten Border’s Books gift cards donated by The Sardinia Friends of the Library. Come and see our giant inflatable birthday cake and take home a birthday balloon, all provided by the Sardinia Friends of the Library.

Don’t miss the silent auction sponsored by Sardinia Friends of the Library. They have collected an array of beautiful items just waiting for your bid. Proceeds from the auction will fund summer reading programs for kids, and provide essential items for the Sardinia Library. The auction will continue through Saturday, April 17.

Not only is it Sardinia Library’s birthday, it’s also National Library Week and Food For Fines Week at all locations of The Brown County Public Library. For one week only, April 12-17, patrons may clear overdue fines from their Brown County Public Library account by donating grocery gift cards (verification required) from receipt Kroger, IGA, Martin’s and Save-A-Lot, or by donating specific food items requested by area food pantries. Please contact your library for a list of qualifying donations and complete details on Food For Fines. Anyone who does not owe library fines may also participate by making a donation to support local food pantries.

For more information call Sardinia Library (937) 4441565; Mt. Orab Library (937) 444-1414; Mary P. Shelton Library (937) 378-3197; Fayetteville-Perry Library (513) 875-2665.

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Humane Society toBrownmeet County Humane Society will hold their regular monthly meeting on April 14 at 7:30 pm. The meeting location is 406 West Plum Street (ABCAP Facility) in Georgetown.

Fund raising will be discussed. Come join us with your ideas and enthusiasm is always welcome.

The Saturday program at the BC Animal Shelter continues to thrive. Visit us each Saturday from 10am to 2pm for adoption only.

Second Round OVRDC Caucus scheduled

BCBH sets meeting date The Brown County Board of Health will hold its April meeting on Tuesday, April 13, 2010. During this meeting a public hearing will be held concerning the following resolutions: #2010-66 Any interested parties, wishing to discuss the resolution should plan to attend the April 13 meeting. Resolutions are on file at the Health Department and copies may be requested in person or by calling (937) 378-6892.

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The Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission’s Second Round Brown County Caucus meeting will be held on Monday, Apr. 19, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. at the County Commissioner’s Office, Administrative Building, in Georgetown.

The meeting is open to the general public, local government officials, and non-profit organizations. We encourage those organizations with potential projects to send a representative. Comments by attendees on regional or county projects/issues are encouraged. For further information, contact John Hemmings at the OVRDC office in Waverly at (800) 2237491 or (740) 947-2853.

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Warriors ground Rockets, 7-2

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The Eastern Warriors traveled to Fayetteville on Thursday and handed the Rockets a 7-2 loss in an early season Southern Hills League matchup.

“Our defense was good and our pitchers threw well,” said Eastern coach Dave Mignery.

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Left, Fayetteville’s Luke Allen smashes a grounder during the Rockets’ loss to Eastern.

pitchers had something to do with that.”

“Our pitchers are doing a great job,” said Fayetteville coach Tim Collier. “Errors after errors hurt us. Not many of their runs were earned. We had too many mental breakdowns.”

The game was close through the first three innings.

Eastern broke the game open in the fourth, plating four runs on their way to the 7-2 win.

“We had the one big inning where we put the ball in play,” said Mignery. “Fayetteville had some errors which led to a few of our runs.”

Cody Kelch got the win on the mound for Eastern. Brett Carrington also pitched in relief for the Warriors.

“Cody and Brett did a nice job,” said Mignery. “They threw well and were consistently around the plate.”

Derek Peters took the loss for the Rockets.

“Our pitchers have been throwing strikes and forcing batters to put it in play,” added Collier. “But our fielding is not up to par. (Tanner) Williams had a nice day at the plate.”

With the loss, Fayetteville fell to 1-2 overall, 0-2 in SHL play.

Eastern improved to 3-0 overall, 1-0 in the league.

Editor’s note: After winning their first five games, the Warriors fell to Lynchburg on

Monday, 8-3, and dropped a close game to Manchester on Tuesday, 7-6.

Eastern Lady Warriors soar past Lady Rockets

By Ritchie Butler The Brown County Press The Eastern Lady Warriors defeated the Fayetteville Lady

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Eastern’s Cody Kelch delivers a pitch during the Warriors’ 7-2 win over Fayetteville.

Rockets in a Southern Hills League matchup last week by a score of 10-2.

“It was good to get that first SHL win,” said Eastern coach Eric Purdy. “Ariel (Haitz) did a nice job on the mound. She had a lot of movement. Alicia Clark also pitched well. She came in and got two hits and had a sacrifice at the plate.”

“We communicated better and our defense was pretty good tonight,” said Fayetteville coach Tom Ryan.

“We’ve had good practices, but our schedule is tough early

on. It’s hard to get the girls up when we get down.”

After two scoreless innings, Eastern broke the 0-0 tie in the top of the third. The Lady Warriors plated three runs on only two hits in the frame.

Eastern added six runs in the fourth on two hits. Alicia Clark started the rally with a single. Arica Bollman drove in the sixth run with a single.

Fayetteville responded with two runs in the bottom of the fourth.

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By Jeremy Sharp Press Contributor Some of local basketball’s best turned out for the 27th Annual Southern Hills League All-Star Games, presented by C103. As always, it was a very enjoyable event for everyone who turned out.

The girl’s all-star game kicked off the action. Teams were Red versus White. Early on, it looked as if the Red Team, led by Ripley’s Meagan Kirschner, would dominate.

Team Red held a nine-point advantage in the first half, and led 33-27 at the break.

But things changed in the second half. Team White, coached by Fayetteville’s Toby Sheets, surged ahead behind seven three-pointers, winning the game in convincing fashion, 67-53.

Team White’s Brown County representatives included Fayetteville’s Shelby Brown (10 points), and Ripley’s Melissa Mitchell (4) and Whitney Plymesser (3).

Kirschner scored 16 points for the Red Team, Eastern Brown’s Rachel Mullins tallied 14, and fellow Lady Warrior Nicolette Clifton also represented Team Red. Next up was the Hotshot Competition; just two local players participated: Melissa Mitchell for the ladies, and Eastern’s Tyler Knabb for the boys. Knabb endured a tiebreak round to win the boys’ competition, and another to take the overall crown, defeating Peebles’ Emily Hoop in the finals.

For the boys, the all-star game had an amusing start. It took nearly three scoreless minutes of basketball for the players and officials to realize they were playing with a girl’s basketball.

Things quickly picked after that however, and the Red Team prevailed by a final score of 75-60.

Knabb led all scorers with 11 points. Other Brown County representatives included Fayetteville’s Tyler Gambrel (4) and Tyler Guenther (3), Eastern’s Taylor Little (2) and Fayetteville’s Seth Erwin.

Team White included locals

such as Eastern’s Clay Garrett (8) and Austin Smith (3), and Ripley’s Bryant Applegate (9), Chase West (3) and Dylan Johnson.

At halftime of the boys game, the best of the best dunkers in the SHL took part in the Slam Dunk Competition. While no Brown County natives entered the lineup, there was no shortage of impressive dunks. The best of which by Chris Cox from Fairfield High School, who won the title.

Finally, eight $1,000 scholarships were awarded to SHL senior athletes who demonstrated excellence both in sports and in the classroom.

Recipients were Shelby Brown (Fayetteville), Karli Beasley (North Adams), Seth Erwin (Fayetteville), Dawson Little (Manchester), Whitney Ciders (North Adams), Chris Armstrong (West Union), Cali Hatten (Lynchburg) and Andrew Seaman (Peebles).

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Annual C103 SHL All-Star games held at Eastern

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The recipients of $1,000 scholarships pose for a picture with C103’s Don Bowles.

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Eastern’s Tyler Knabb won the 3-point hotshot competition during the C103 SHL All-Star festivities held last Friday.

Eastern’s Rachel Mullins (24) and Ripley’s Melissa Mitchell battle for position during the girls C103 SHL All-Star game held at Eastern last Friday.

Southern Ohio Express Fast-pitch Softball to hold golf scramble

Lady Rockets fall to Lady Tigers

The Southern Ohio Express Fast-pitch Softball team will be holding a golf scramble on May 8, 2010 at the Friendly Meadows Golf Course in Hamersville.

The cost for the scramble will be $55 per individual, or $200 per foursome. Payment needs to be received by Apr. 30, 2010. Entries after Apr. 30 will be taken only if space is available.

During the scramble, prizes will be awarded for: first place, second place, third place, longest drive and clos-

The Fayetteville Lady Rockets, fresh off sweeping a doubleheader on Saturday, were back in action on Monday, falling to the Bethel Lady Tigers in a non-league matchup, 11-1.

"Bethel has a good team and a good pitcher," said

est to pin.

Prizes raffled/Optional Skins Game/Split the Pot -not to mention a $10,000 Hole-In-One prize!

Check-in time will be at 10:30 a.m., tee-off begins at 11 a.m. Food service begins at 1 p.m. with free beer, water and sodas.

The Friendly Meadows Golf Course is located at 809 State Route 125 in Hamersville.

For questions, applications or tee-times, please call Stacy Seigla at 937-515-1675.

Fayetteville coach Tom Ryan.

"We skated by a few innings and were able to get out of trouble. If we could have hit better, we could have played a few more innings."

Bethel plated two runs in the top of the first, but the Lady Rockets answered with a

Western Brown Touchdown Club to hold 3rd annual golf scramble The Western Brown Touchdown Club will hold its third annual four-man golf scramble on June 5, at the White Oak Golf Course in Sardinia. Shotgun start is slated for 9 a.m.

Prizes will be awarded for first place, closest to the pin and longest drive. there will also be a skins game.

Cost is $200 per team and all proceeds will benefit the Western Broncos football team.

For more information on

registering your team or to become a hole sponsor, call Cindy Brumfield at 937-4443551 or e-mail cindyfield05@roadrunner.com, or call Rob Hatcher at 513-3761560. You may e-mail Hatcher at robertshatcher@gmail.com.

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Fayetteville’s Olivia Mullins takes a cut versus Bethel.

Mullins won two games on the mound against CCA.

run in the home-half of the inning. Tori Huber drew a leadoff walk, advanced to second on a wild pitch and stole third. Huber scored when Ashley Scoggins hit into a fielder's choice, cutting the Lady Tigers' lead to 2-1.

Bethel added one run in the second, taking a 3-1 advantage.

Fayetteville's defense got them out of a couple of jams in the third and fourth frames, although the Lady Rockets did allow two runs to score in the fourth.

Bethel broke the game open in the fifth inning, scoring seven times in the frame.

Fayetteville was unable to generate much offense in its half of the fifth as the Lady Rockets lost an 11-1 decision.

Katie Feck took the loss on the mound. She worked five innings, allowing 11 runs, seven earned, on 10 hits. Feck walked seven and struck out two.

"Walks have been our Achilles' heel," said Ryan.

Brooke Kenneda earned the win for Bethel. She worked five innings, allowing one run, earned, on no hits. Kenneda also struck out 11 Lady Rockets.

"When 11 of your 15 outs

are strikeouts, you can't do a lot offensively," added Ryan.

The loss dropped the Lady Rockets to 2-5 overall.

On Saturday, Fayetteville traveled to Cincinnati Christian Academy and swept two games.

In game one, the Lady Rockets defeated CCA, 23-11.

Olivia Mullins picked up the win on the mound. Huber, Brianna Plapp and Delaney Davis led the offense with two hits each. Taylor Boothby, Jill Ryan, Feck, Mullins and Desiree Dutro picked up one hit each.

In game two, Fayetteville came from behind to win 10-7.

Mullins also got the win in game two. Plapp, Scoggins, Ryan and Mullins paced the offense with two hits each.

Davis, Boothby, Laura Messer and Dutro contributed one hit each in the win.

The Lady Rockets also dropped a non-league contest at McClain last week, 15-2.

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Baseball 4/12 Georgetown vs.

Bethel 4/13 Western @ Georgetown 4/13 Fayetteville @ North Adams 4/13 Ripley vs. Whiteoak 4/13 Eastern vs. Peebles 4/14 Western vs. East Clinton 4/14 Ripley vs.

Manchester 4/15 Fayetteveille vs.

Fairfield 4/15 Ripley @ North Adams 4/15 Eastern vs. West Union 4/16 Western @ Williamsburg 4/16 Fayetteville vs.

Peebles

4/16 Georgetown @ New Richmond 4/16 Ripley @ West Union 4/16 Eastern @ Lynchburg 4/17 Western vs.

McNicholas (DH) 4/17 Fayetteville @ Xenia 4/17 Eastern @ Hillsboro (DH) Softball 4/12 Western @ Felicity 4/12 Fayetteville @ Blanchester 4/12 Georgetown vs.

Bethel 4/13 Western @ Georgetown 4/13 Fayetteville @ North Adams 4/13 Ripley vs. Whiteoak

4/13 Eastern vs. Peebles 4/14 Western vs. East Clinton 4/14 Ripley vs.

Manchester 4/15 Western @ Wyoming 4/15 Fayetteveille vs.

Fairfield 4/15 Ripley @ North Adams 4/15 Eastern vs. West Union 4/16 Western @ Williamsburg 4/16 Fayetteville vs.

Peebles 4/16 Georgetown @ New Richmond 4/16 Ripley @ West Union 4/16 Eastern @ Lynchburg 4/17 Western vs. Badin

(DH) 4/17 Fayetteville @ Clermont Northeastern 4/17 Eastern @ New Richmond (DH)

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On Tuesday, the Ripley Blue Jays traveled to Fairfield and fell to the Lions in a Southern Hills League game by a score of 21-2.

"We just didn't show up," said Ripley coach Josh Cahall.

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"We were off school today and I think that got us out of rhythm. We gave up that grand slam early and just put our heads down."

Kyle Proffitt lead off the game with a walk. He advanced to second on an errant throw. Jordan Zweigart drove him in with a double,

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Ripley’s Jordan Zweigart sends this offering to left field during the Jays’ loss to Fairfield.

giving the Jays a 1-0 advantage.

Fairfield responded in the bottom of the first. The Lions plated 10 runs in the frame with the big blow coming off the bat of Tyler Campbell in the form of a grand slam.

Fairfield added five more runs in the third and six more in the fourth, taking a commanding 21-1 lead.

In the fifth inning, Ripley got on the board again. Proffitt doubled and later scored when Fairfield's second baseman made an error on a ball hit by Brad Kirschner. The rally ended with two consecutive strikeouts and the Jays lost to the Lions, 21-2. versus "Saturday Portsmouth West we lost the first game and bounced back to win the second," said Cahall. "But today was different. Fairfield was better offensively and we just didn't hit it well tonight. We'll try to regroup and bounce back."

Zweigart suffered the loss on the hill for the Jays in just one inning of work. Kirschner worked two innings of relief and Michael Maloney pitched one inning.

Proffitt, Kirschner, Zweigart and Trent Maloney had one hit each for Ripley.

The loss dropped the Jays to 2-3 overall and 1-2 in the SHL.

Lady Jays downed by Lady Lions

By Ritchie Butler The Brown County Press

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Ripley’s Morgan Wright fires a pitch versus Fairfield.

The Ripley Lady Blue Jays traveled north to Leesburg on Tuesday to face the Fairfield Lady Lions. When the dust settled, Fairfield had handed Ripley a 9-0 loss.

"We had a lot of mental errors and some passed balls," said Ripley coach Aimee Carpenter. "We've just not been able to get out on a field for practice. When we do, we need to work on our game situations."

After the Lady Jays failed to score in the top of the first inning, Fairfield plated three in the home half, giving the Lady Lions a 3-0 lead. In the frame, Fairfield had only two hits.

Neither team found the plate in the second inning, but the Lady Lions added an unearned run in the third, pushing their lead to 4-0.

Fairfield strung together three singles, scoring two runs in the fifth, widening the gap to 6-0.

The Lady Lions added three more runs in the bottom of the sixth, securing the 9-0 win.

Morgan Wright suffered the loss on the mound for Ripley.

Wright worked six innings, allowing nine runs, two earned, on eight hits. She walked four, hit one batter and struck out seven.

Fairfield's Lauren Larrick delivered a no-hit shutout against the Lady Jays.

"We've got to work on getting the hits," said Carpenter.

"We are making mistakes, but learning.

We've we're improved over last year.

Katelyn Adams has done a nice job of talking to the girls, trying to keep things positive."

With the loss, Ripley fell to 1-2 in the Southern Hills League and 1-4 overall.

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Georgetown’s Tommy Turner hit this pitch for a base hit during the G-Men’s loss to East Clinton on Wednesday.

G-Men's late inning struggles continue versus East Clinton

By Ritchie Butler The Brown County Press The Georgetown G-Men fell to the East Clinton Astros in an SBC contest on Wednesday, 8-3.

"We've played some close games for five innings," said Georgetown coach Scott Sterling. "The wheels seem to come off after that fifth inning for some reason."

East Clinton claimed an early 1-0 lead after benefitting from two first inning walks.

The G-Men responded with a run in the bottom of the second when Luke Farrell scored on a series of fielder's choices after he led off the inning with a hit.

At the end of two, the GMen and Astros were deadlocked at 1-1.

The Astros broke the tie in

the top of the third, plating three runs on three hits in the frame. The big blow came off a ground ball error with the bases loaded.

"They made defensive plays tonight and we didn't," said Sterling. "We had too many errors and our heads weren't in it."

Despite the defensive mistakes, the G-Men cut the Astros' lead to 4-2 when Tyler Fletcher reached home safely in the bottom of the fifth.

After Dylan Henry worked out of a sixth-inning jam, he wasn't as lucky in the seventh.

East Clinton picked up four runs in the top half of the final inning when Georgetown fielders misjudged a couple of fly balls.

The G-Men got one of those runs back in the bottom of the frame when Fletcher walked

Comeback falls short for Lady G-Men

By Ritchie Butler The Brown County Press The Georgetown Lady GMen's comeback attempt fell short on Wednesday as they fell to the East Clinton Lady Astros by a score of 7-5.

"We gave them some unearned runs," said Georgetown coach Kathy Chadwell. "We didn't hit the ball until late in the game. We dug ourselves a hole early."

The Lady G-Men surren-

dered one unearned run in the second inning and four more unearned runs in the third, falling behind 5-0 to their Southern Buckeye opponent.

East Clinton also picked up an unearned run in the fifth, making the score 6-0 before the Georgetown bats came alive.

In the home half of the fifth, Casey Taylor drew a leadoff walk. C.C. Schwartz singled and Kaelyn Jordan walked.

Megan King singled and

Moler Raceway Park opens 2010 season It was a packed house at Moler Raceway Park for the opening night of the 2010 season with the Holman Motors Hillbilly Nationals for the 4cylinder Chevette class. With 30 cars on hand, all seeking victory and the $1,000 to win feature, it was destined to be a rough and tumble affair.

Heat races were won by Paul Luers, Josh Francis and Jeff Watson. In the B-main there were 17 cars vying for the final starting positions.

There was some excitement in the B-main as Melissa Cochran tumbled upside down on the front stretch. She was okay, but her car was done for the evening. When racing resumed it was Alanah Weis taking the B-main victory.

In the feature event there were 24 starters looking to take home the Hillbilly Nationals Cup Trophy. As Greg Holman threw the green flag, all eyes were on Jeff Watson as he had the pole position. On the start, Watson had problems and would never be a factor as West Union’s Josh Francis set sail as the man to beat. Francis continued to lead, but on lap 23 it was Miles Tarvin who caught and passed Francis, going on to claim the first feature event of the season. Tarvin was followed by Francis, Derrick Davis, Rusty Yarger and Paul Luers.

In the Sunesis Construction Late Models, there were 19 cars on hand for opening night and Barry Doss and John Whitney would set the field by winning their heat races. In the feature it was Doss out front with Richmond, Indiana’s Steve Casebolt right on his bumper. As the race went on, it was Doss, Casebolt, Whitney and Wayne Chinn out front. Whitney had problems on lap 19 and it was a six-lap shootout from there, but “The

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Greg Holman presenting Miles Tarvin, Chevette Feature winner, with Cup Trophy for the $1,000 feature win in the Hillbilly Nationals Chevette Race.

Boss” Barry Doss would not be denied as he held off Casebolt to win the first Late Model feature of 2010 in his Mt. Orab Ford, Howser’s Discount and Garage-sponsored machine.

Next up was the Mt. Orab Ford Modified division.

There were 21 cars on hand and it was definitely going to be a close race as some topnotch runners from throughout the region were in attendance.

In heat races, it was Matt Hamilton, Rick Corbin and Daryl Herbert taking wins and setting the line-up for the feature event. At the drop of the green flag it was Hamilton out front with Corbin in second, but by lap 2 Herbert would take over the second position and set sail for the leader.

Problems on lap 5 would end the night for Herbert and any challenges that Hamilton might have. Hamilton was able to take home the win in his Diamond Racecar, with Rick Corbin second, followed

by Jimmy Lennox, Jr., Dave McWilliams and Dave Jamison rounded out the top five.

The final event of the evening was the US Race Gear Street Stocks and it appears like much the same as 2009 as Maysvile, Kentucky’s Jeremie Bretz was victorious in his H&H Continuous Guttering, Reis Garage, GitR-Done Graphix-sponsored machine. Bretz led every lap on his way to the victory with Scott Hess close behind in the second spot.

Chris Kreutzkamp, Todd Anstaett, and Mark Kaetzel rounded out the top five running order.

Set for Friday, Apr. 9, regular show, all classes for Brown County Chamber of Commerce Night, all chamber members bring business card for drawing plus $1 off general admission.

Thanks everyone for a great opening night. See you next week.

and later scored off a single from Tommy Turner. But the lone run was not enough and Georgetown lost its third Southern Buckeye contest, 83.

Farrell got the loss on the mound for Georgetown.

Henry pitched three innings in relief.

"We threw it well," said Sterling. "Luke did a nice job mixing it up. Dylan made them put it in play. He did his job."

McElroy paced the Georgetown offense with three hits. Turner added two.

Farrell, Sandlin, Caudill and Fletcher chipped in one hit each.

"We have to believe we can do it," added Sterling. "We need to play all seven innings."

Georgetown’s Chelsea Bradley delivers one of her two base hits during the Lady G-Men’s loss to East Clinton.

Taylor Linkous hit into a fielder's choice. Chelsea Bradley drove in the third run of the frame with a single. After five complete, Georgetown had cut East Clinton's lead to 6-3.

In the top of the sixth, the Lady G-Men gave up a seventh unearned run.

With two outs in the bottom of the seventh, Georgetown began a rally. Bradley doubled and Hannah Jones followed with a walk. Whitney Kistler drove them home with a single to right, but the inning ended on a pop fly out and the game ended with Georgetown on the short end of a 7-5 score.

"If their third baseman doesn't make that catch in the last inning (a shot off the bat of Linkous), things may have been different," said Chadwell. "The SBC is tough and anytime you have a chance to win, you have to get it done. We need to show up to play at 4:30, not six."

Kistler led the Lady G-Men with three base hits. Bradley and Schwartz added two hits each. King chipped in one hit.

Jessica Smith suffered the loss on the mound. She pitched seven innings, allowing seven runs, all unearned, on five hits. Smith walked three and struck out five.

"Jessica pitched well enough to win," said Chadwell. "We made some poor choices and threw the ball away."

With the loss, Georgetown fell to 0-5 on the season.

Lady Warriors soar past Lady Rockets Continued from page 14 Ashley Scoggins singled, Delaney Davis singled and Jill Ryan singled in the inning. Katie

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Eastern’s Alicia Clark had two hits and pitched three innings in the Lady Warriors’ win over Fayetteville.

Feck drove in the second run with a fielder’s choice.

Eastern added an insurance run in the top of the fifth.

Neither team was able to plate another run in the final 2 and 1/2 innings.

In the end, Eastern claimed a 10-2 victory.

Clark and Bollman led the Lady Warriors’ offense with two hits each. Megan Staggs, Katy Mullins, Taylor Reynolds, Emily Tatman and Bre Bruch added one hit each.

“We made some poor decisions at bat,” said Purdy. “But those things will go by the wayside quickly.”

Tori Huber paced Fayetteville with three hits in four plate appearances. Davis, Scoggins, Ryan and Brianna Plapp added one hit each.

“Tori’s gotten better each game,” said Ryan.

“That’s why she’s in the leadoff position.”

Haitz got the win on the mound for Eastern.

She worked four innings, allowing two runs, both earned, on four hits. Haitz also struck out five.

Clark worked three innings in relief. She allowed no runs and three hits. Clark walked one and fanned five.

With the win, Eastern improved to 2-1 overall, 1-0 in the SHL. Fayetteville fell to 0-3 overall, 0-2 in the league.

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Monday Brown County Public Library District’s branches in Fayetteville, Georgetown, Mt. Orab and Sardinia will accept food items for overdue fines the week of Monday-Saturday, April 12-17. The following items, which will benefit local food banks, may count toward eliminating fines: canned soup, canned vegetables, canned fruits, boxed pasta, and pancake biscuit mix, $2 off a fine; cereal, canned hams, peanut butter, Hamburger Helper, jellies, and jams, $5 off a fine; and gift cards with receipt to Kroger, IGA, Save-A-Lot and Martin’s Super Valu Foods, four times the amount on the gift card (a $5 card will result in the forgiveness of a $20 fine). Fines for lost or damaged library items do not qualify, and damaged or expired food items will not be accepted.

Sardinia Friends of The Library will have a Silent Auction set up in the Sardinia Public Library, 13309 Purdy Road, Sardinia, Monday-Saturday, April 12-17. Auction items will be on display and open for bids during the library’s regular hours of operation. Anyone who would like to donate items for the Silent Auction may call (937) 2131420 or (937) 446-1565. Proceeds will be used to support library programs.

Eastern Local School District Core Meeting will be held at 9 a.m. Monday, April 12, at the District Administrative Offices on U.S. 62 south of Macon. The meeting’s purpose will be to discuss Ohio School Facilities Commission construction related items and any matters the Eastern Local School District Board of Education may deem necessary for consideration at that time.

Free bingo will be offered to senior citizens 60 and older 9:45-11:15 a.m. Monday, April 12, at the Brown County Senior Nutrition Center, 505 N. Main St., Georgetown. Those coming are asked to bring a wrapped $1 gift for the prize table. All senior citizens are invited to attend for fun, fellowship and food. A regular nutritional lunch will be served at noon each weekday at the Center.

Northern Brown Senior Center at St. Martin’s Chapel Hall in St. Martin will host activities for senior citizens 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Monday, April 12. A representative from the Fayetteville-Perry Branch of the Brown County Public Library will present a program. Indoor walking also is slated during that time. All area citizens 55 and older are invited to attend.

Grief and Loss Support Group will meet at 1 p.m. Monday, April 12, at Ohio Veterans Home in Georgetown. The Group is a partnership between OVH and Crossroads Hospice. It is open to OVH patients and their families as well as any interested people in the local community.

Further information is available by calling

COURT NEWS Common Pleas CIVIL CASES Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas as indenture trustee vs. Marsha K. Jones also known as Marsha K. Myers et al, foreclosure American Family Insurance Company et al vs. Angela M. Penninghton, other civil Citibank (South Dakota), N.A. vs. Bonnie J. Lanham, other civil Capital One Bank (U.S.A.), N.A. vs. Sean M. Sundin, other civil Capital One Bank (U.S.A.), N.A. vs. Leroy D. Lovett, other civil Green Tree Servicing. L.L.C. vs. Ronald Taylor, other civil The Bank of New York Mellon formerly known as The Bank of New York as successor to J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A., as trustee vs. Nathan W. Robbins et al, foreclosure Ohio Valley Federal Credit Union vs. Jack D. Gerard also known as Jack D. Gerard Jr., other civil CitiMortgage Inc. vs. Amanda Akers et al, foreclosure Capital One Bank (U.S.A.), N.A. vs. Janice D. McMullen Guin, other civil BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P.. formerly known as Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. vs. David J. Pickrell et al, foreclosure Capital One Bank (U.S.A.), N.A. vs. Terry M. Manning, other civil Capital One Bank (U.S.A.), N.A. vs. William Watters, other civil Discover Bank care of DFS Services, L.L.C. vs. Brian K. Hursong, other civil John Soliday Financial Group, L.L.C. vs. Jessica L. Kahrs, other civil PHH Mortgage Corporation formerly known as Cendant Mortgage Corporation doing business as Coldwell Banker Mortgage vs. Mark A. Drake Jr. et al, foreclosure BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P., formerly known as Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. vs. Kyle Singleton et al, foreclosure SunTrust Mortgage Inc. vs. R. Heath Wilson also known as Heath Wilson et al, foreclosure BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. formerly known as Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. vs. Eric Hamilton et al, foreclosure Aisa Capital Inc. and Omni USA Inc. vs. Rick Hughes and International Technologies CC, Ltd., other civil Brown County Treasurer Connie Patrick vs. Donald M. Foster et al, foreclosure Brown County Treasurer Connie Patrick vs. Danny Cook et al, foreclosure Property Works Inc. et al vs. Theresa Johnson vs. Real Living Realty Services et al, other civil Aurora Loan Services, L.L.C. vs. Stephen A. Gidley et al, foreclosure BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. vs. Delana S. Wolford et al, foreclosure Brown County Treasurer Connie Patrick vs. Rickey L. Snider et al, foreclosure Gary W. Rigdon vs. Rumpke Waste Inc. et al, Workers’ Compensation U.S. Bank, N.A. vs. Cara J. Stacy et al, foreclosure DOMESTIC CASES Ashley Black, Hillsboro, vs. Eric Nies, Fayetteville, stalking order Sandra Kattine, Georgetown, vs. Debbie Henson, no address given, stalking order Sarah L. Myers, Georgetown, vs. Candra Healey, Amelia, stalking order Robyn L. Holloway, Maineville, vs. Michael L. Holloway, Fayetteville, dissolution of marriage Carissa R. Fowler, Georgetown, vs. Ricky A. Fowler, Mt. Orab, dissolution of marriage Joann Sams, Mt. Orab, vs. Tony L. Sams, Mt. Orab, domestic violence Jaime Long, Sardinia, vs. Phillip Mease, Loveland, domestic violence

Property Sales

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Fredrick A. and Cynthia M. Paul to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P., .68 acre (Lot 14), Perry Twp., $10,000 Beatrice Mae Hammond, trustee of the Lloyd Edward Hammond Sr. and Beatrice Mae Hammond Revocable Living Trust to George H. and Shelena L. Green, Lot 38 (Midway Acres Subdivision), Clark Twp., $21,000 Bryan Mraz and Kristy Tompkins to U.S. Bank, N.A., as trustee, 5 acres, Eagle Twp., $90,000 Dennis Wright Properties, L.L.C. to Richard E. and Celia A. Pride, Lot 3362 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Franklin Twp., $1,700 John L. Lewis Jr. to Edward E. Martin, Lot 2467 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Franklin Twp., $1,000 Kay A. Lehman formerly known as Kay A. McLaren to Gregory T. Dinoia, Lot 2906 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Franklin Twp., $151,000 Michael T. Motley to The Bank of New York Mellon formerly known as The Bank of New York as trustee on behalf of CIT Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-1, 7.28 acres, Green Twp., $83,334 David A. and Vicky L. Bientz to Ronald E. Kallam, Lot 2 (Three Mile Creek Subdivision), Huntington Twp., $17,500 Jimmie S. and Karen R. Campbell to Dylan L. and Erin B. Polley, Lot 61, Russellville Village, $96.500 Mark L. and Lisa M. Reynolds to Jacob Gumbert and Sandra Sipos, 1.52 acres, Lewis Twp., $105,000 Charles R. Frazier et al to Federal National Mortgage Association, Lots 64 and 65 (Feesburg Lots), Lewis Twp., $33,334 CIT Group/Consumer Finance Inc. to Coburn and Mary Ellen Adkins, 3.25 acres (Lot 18 – Victory Estates Subdivision), Perry Twp., $70,000 Robin Levine and Michael E. Cassity to CMIFS Properties, L.L.C., .18 acre, Mt. Orab Village, $82,000 Lucy F. Cole to Jerry W. Nehus, Lot 20, Georgetown Village, $13,000 Donald L. and Billie Lewis to Amber R. Neely, .27 acre, Ripley Village, $15,000 Norma Wharff to Federal National Mortgage Association, .19 acre, Sardinia Village, $19,850

Marriages Lynsie Rae Whisman, 22, Russellville, nurse’s aide, and Charles Lane Huff, 21, Russellville, technician Katie Lea Hall, 18, Mt. Orab, student, and Aaron Baine Osborne, 19, Sardinia, assistant manager Lisa M. Cox, 28, Georgetown, and John E. Farrell Jr., 39, Georgetown

Probate Jackie R. Ashley, Sardinia, Case No. 20101050, DOD 02/04/09, file date 04/02/10 Jeffrey Allen Conn, Fayetteville, Case No. 20101047, DOD 03/19/10, file date 03/30/10 Mary Ann Mason, Georgetown, Case No. 20101046, DOD 03/23/10, file date 03/29/10 Caroline June Meeker, Ripley, Case No. 20101048, DOD 01/24/10, file date 03/30/10 Audrey J. Watson, Georgetown, Case No. 20101049, DOD 03/20/10, file date 03/31/10

OVH Chaplain Bill Kirby at (937) 378-2900, Ext. 2719.

Mt. Orab Lions Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 12, at New Harmony Masonic Lodge in Mt. Orab.

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Revival services will continue at Feesburg Worship Center at 8 p.m. Sunday, April 11. Ministers from the church will be speaking, and there will be special singing.

Further information is available by calling Rev. Rick Cooper at (513) 724-1315.

Brown County Board of Commissioners will meet at 9 a.m.

Monday, April 12, at the Commissioners’ Office, 800 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter in Mt. Orab will meet at 6:30 p.m.

Monday, April 12, at the Mt. Orab Public Library, 613 S. High St. Further information is available by calling Hope Fain at (937) 444-0404.

TOPS Chapter in Ripley will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 12, at Ripley Church of The Nazarene, 230 N. Second St. Further information is available by calling Kaye Nichols at (937) 377-2501.

TOPS Chapter in Sardinia will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 12, at Sardinia Church of The Nazarene on SardiniaMowrystown Road. Further information is available by calling Bobbi Wilson at (937) 446-4662.

Hamersville Village Council will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, April 12, at the Municipal Building.

Higginsport Village Council will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, April 12, at the Municipal Building.

Perry Township Trustees will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, April 12, at the Perry Township Community Building on U.S. 50 just east of Fayetteville’s corporate limits.

Sardinia Village Council will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, April 12 at the Town Hall.

St. Martin Village Council will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, April 12, at St. Martin Parish Hall.

Aberdeen Huntington Township Fire Department will hold its business meeting at 7 p.m. Monday,April 12, at the Fire Station on Budig Drive in Aberdeen.

Western Local School District Board of Education will conduct a work session at 7 p.m. Monday, April 12, at the WBLSD Administrative Offices, 524 W. Main St., Mt. Orab. No action will be taken at the session.

Aberdeen Village Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. Monday, April 12, at the Municipal Building. This is a rescheduled meeting from the meeting that originally had been scheduled for Monday, April 5.

Tuesday Brown County Health Department, 826 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown, will administer general immunizations 8 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, or other days by appointment. Those wishing to be immunized need to bring their shot records with them.

Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 13, at Sardinia Town Hall, 151 Maple Ave., Sardinia.

Brown County Health Department, 826 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown, will offer two evening Immunization Clinics to accommodate working parents 1-7 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, and Tuesday, May 4. These are walk-in clinics with no appointments being necessary. Those attending should bring their shot records with them. Further information is available by calling (937) 378-6892 or tollfree 1-866-867-6892.

Hamersville Elementary-Middle School 2010-11 Kindergarten Registration will take place 5-8 p.m.

Tuesday, April 13, during Parent-Teacher Conferences at HEMS, 1950 State Route 125, Hamersville. Those registering a child are asked to bring the child’s birth certificate, shot record and Social Security Number.

Parents also are asked to bring their registered child to the Registration to receive his or her free T-shirt.

Adams Brown Community Action Program will host bingo every Tuesday, including April 13, at 406 W. Plum St., Georgetown. Doors will open at 5 p.m. with bingo beginning at 7 p.m. Further information is available by calling (937) 378-6041, Ext. 257.

Ripley Village Council will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, at the Community Building on Waterworks Road in Ripley.

Brown County AMVETS Post 2005 will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, at the Ohio Veterans Home Main Dining Room, 2003 Veterans Blvd., Georgetown.

Ripley Lions Club will meet at 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, April 13, at the Ripley Life Squad Building.

Russellville Village Council will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, at the Rambler Center in Russellville.

Brown County Board of Health will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, at the Brown County Communication Center in Georgetown. All Board of Health meetings are open to the public, but if any individual wishes to address the board on a specific issue, he or she is required to contact the Brown County Health Department at (937) 378-6892 prior to the meeting he or she wishes to attend in order to be placed on the agenda.

Byrd Township Trustees will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, at the Byrd Township Community Center along State Route 125 in Decatur.

Huntington Township Trustees will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, at the Fire Department Building on Budig Drive in Aberdeen.

Brown County Democratic Club will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, at the Brown County Senior Services Building, 505 N. Main St., Georgetown.

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TOPS Chapter in Aberdeen will meet at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 14, at the Riverbend Apartments Community Room.

Further information is available by calling Kaye Nichols at (937) 377-2501.

Fayetteville Beautification Committee will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the Fayetteville Municipal Building, 81 W. Pike St., Fayetteville. The committee welcomes participation from any member of the public who wishes to attend.

Yoga class will be held 6-7 p.m.

Wednesday, April 14, at Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley Office, 215 Hughes Blvd., Mt. Orab. The cost is $8. Further information is available by calling Jane Amiot at (513) 5357507.

Yellow Ribbon Support Group will conduct a Military Support Meeting at 7 p.m.

Thursday, April 15, at the Yellow Ribbon Support Center, Suite 430, 700 S. Eastgate Blvd., Union Township (Clermont County).

Fayetteville Village Council will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 14, at the Municipal Building.

Scott Township Trustees will meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the Township Hall in New Hope.

Wilson Sroufe Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9772 will meet at 7 p.m.

Wednesday, April 14, at the VFW Hall, 117 W. Main St., Mt. Orab. The Post will meet this year at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month, which is a change from the 2009 meeting dates of the first and third Fridays of each month.

Byrd Township School Preservation Committee will meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the Byrd Township Community Center along State Route 125 in Decatur.

Clark Township Trustees will meet at 8:30 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the Firehouse in Hamersville.

Ripley Life Squad will host bingo at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 14, at the Life Squad Building, 799 S. Second St., Ripley. Doors will open at 5 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous will meet 8:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 220 S. High St., Mt. Orab.

Bible Baptist Church, 994 W. Main St., Mt. Orab, will host the Awana Truth Training Club for third through sixth-graders 7:158:45 p.m. Wednesday, April 14. Further information is available by calling Jarrod McGinnis at (937) 444-2493.

Friday Free knitting and crocheting classes will be held 10 a.m.-noon Friday, April 16, at the Rambler Center (old RussellvilleJefferson High School) in Russellville and continue each Friday morning until Memorial Day Weekend in May. Anyone who would like information and a list of supplies or who wishes to register may call Mary Kelch at (513) 734-2501 or (513) 5433137.

Russellville Lodge 166 Free and Accepted Masons will meet at 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 14, at the Russellville Masonic Temple, 124 W. South St., Russellville.

Jackson Township Trustees will meet at 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 14, at the Township Building on South Columbus Street in Russellville.

Thursday Brown County Chamber of Commerce will meet at 8 a.m. Thursday, April 15, at Villa Georgetown Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 8065 Dr. Faul Road, Georgetown. Further information is available by calling the Chamber Office at (937) 378-4784.

Brown County Subdivision Regulations Review Board Committee will meet at 9 a.m. Thursday, April 15, at the Brown County Planning Commission Office, 740 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown.

Northern Brown Senior Center at St. Martin’s Chapel Hall in St. Martin will conduct an Arthritis Exercise Program beginning at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, April 15, for interested citizens 55 and older. Indoor walking is scheduled 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and chair volleyball practice will be held. Lunch will be eaten out.

University of Cincinnati Clermont College, 4200 Clermont College Drive, Batavia, will host an Open House for future students and their families 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Thursday, April 15. The event will offer those attending opportunities to talk to faculty members, view program displays and take a student-led tour. Students applying for admission that evening will have their $50 application fee waived, and one lucky applicant will win a free three-credit hour class (a $381 value). Further information is available by calling 1-866-446-2822.

Fayetteville-Perry Local School District Board of Education will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at District Administrative Offices in Fayetteville.

Brown County Writers’ Group will meet 6-8 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the Mt. Orab Branch of the Brown County Public Library, 613 S. High St., Mt. Orab.

George A. Lambert Post 755 of the American Legion will host instant bingo at 6 p.m., Early Bird bingo at 7:15 p.m. and regular bingo at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the Legion Hall on College Avenue in Sardinia.

Aberdeen Friends of The Library will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the Aberdeen Public Library along U.S. 52-6268 next to Dollar General Store in Aberdeen.

Sardinia-Mowrystown Lions Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at Washington Township Community Park Building, formerly known as SardiniaMowrystown Lions Club Park Building, 7731 Tri-County Highway East, Sardinia.

Area Christian Women’s Fellowship Dinner for women from Churches of Christ in Brown and Clermont counties will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the Rambler Center (Old Russellville-Jefferson High School) in Russellville.

Russellville Chapter of Order of the Eastern Star 461 will meet at 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, April 13, at the Russellville Masonic Temple, 124 W. South St., Russellville.

Russellville Kiwanis Club will meet at 6:45 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the Russellville Firehouse.

Whiteoak Valley Grange will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, at the Grange Office on East Main Street in Mowrystown.

Franklin Township Trustees will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the Township Hall in Arnheim.

Wednesday Brown County Board of Commissioners will meet at 9 a.m.

Wednesday, April 14, at the Commissioners’ Office, 800 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown.

Pike Township Trustees will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the Township Hall on Boyd Road near Mt. Orab.

Rambler Weavers will meet 9:30 a.m.noon Wednesday, April 14, at the Rambler Center (old Russellville-Jefferson High School) in Russellville. Membership in the Rambler Weavers group is open to any interested person. Further information is available by calling Geri Cahall at (937) 378-3426.

Brown County Farmers Union will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the Brown County Senior Citizens Center, 505 N. Main St., Georgetown.

Ripley Neighborhood Watch will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the Ripley Community Building on Waterworks Road in Ripley. The public is invited to attend, and new members are welcome.

Moler Raceway Park, 2059 HarkerWaits Road, Williamsburg (Sterling Township), will host competition for LM, SS, UMP Modifieds and Chevettes on Friday, April 16. Gates will open at 4:30 p.m. with Hot Laps at 7 p.m. and racing at 7:30 p.m.

Further information is available at the park’s website at www.molerracewaypark.com.

Brown County Singing Convention will host its April event at 7 p.m. Friday, April 16, at Apple Street Christian Church on Apple Street in Georgetown. Those who have special songs, poems, or other Godgiven talents they would like to share and those who just want to enjoy an evening of fellowship are invited to attend the Singing Conventions, which are open to the public.

Further information including directions is available by calling Larry Downing at (937) 446-3259.

Carey Bavis Post 180 of The American Legion will host bingo beginning at 7 p.m. Friday, April 16, at the Post, 1001 S. Main St., Georgetown.

Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 16, at Sardinia Town Hall, 151 Maple Ave., Sardinia.

Friday and Saturday Ripley Farmers Market has moved from 30 Main St. to 14 Main St. in downtown Ripley. The Market continues to serve its customers with farm fresh eggs, freeranged chickens, baked goods, onions, potatoes and other items. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fridays including April 16 and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays including April 17.

Anyone who needs further information or wishes to become a vendor may contact Vicki Bixler at (937) 515-0109.

Saturday Brown County General Hospital Annual Health Fair with free admission will take place 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 17, at BCGH, 425 Home St., Georgetown. This year’s event, will include valuable free health screenings and free health education activities and information. A special feature will be a visit by the VA Medical Center of Cincinnati’s Veterans Mobile Health Unit to introduce veterans to healthcare service benefits available to them. A Comprehensive Blood Screening will be available 8-11 a.m. at a $15 cost to be payable at the time of the event. Anyone wishing to preregister for the Blood Screening may go to www.bcrhc.org and click on the Health Fair Preregistration link.

Laborers For The Master will host a Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at 8 a.m.

Saturday, April 17, at Faith In God Fellowship, 7636 U.S. 62, Russellville.

Chatfield College Annual Quilt and Craft Show will take place 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday, April 17, at the college’s St. Martin Campus, 20918 State Route 251, St. Martin. The show will feature creations of local and regional quilters and quilt collectors, quilt vendors, traditional craft demonstrations, entertainment, food, and a book sale. General admission will be $3 for adults and $2 for senior citizens with children 12 and younger admitted free. Further information is available by calling (513) 875-3344, logging on to www.chatfield.edu or e-mailing pam.spencer@chatfield.edu.

Adams County Ohio Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society will hold Walk MS 2010 at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 17, at North Adams High School and Elementary School in Seaman. In addition to Mile and 3-Mile Walks, the event will feature other activities. Further information is available by calling Myra Rosselot at (937) 695-0233 or LeeAnn Puckett at (937) 3863707.

Magic Waters Theatre, 7757 Cave Road, Bainbridge, will hold its 2010 auditions 1-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, April 17 and 18. There will be no need to attend both days. There will be parts for adults, senior citizens, teen-agers and children. No preparation will be needed as audition materials will be provided. Although some extremely experienced actors are cast in the

theater’s roles, total novices to the stage also are welcome to try out. Further information is available by calling (937) 365-1388.

Brown County Democratic Spring Dinner will be held Saturday, April 17, at Southern Hills Career and Technical Center, 9193 Hamer Road, Georgetown. A social hour will begin at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m.

Tickets are $20 and available from any Brown County Democratic Club member or Brown County Democratic Party Central and Executive Committee member or at the door. Ohio State Treasurer Kevin Boyce, who is running for election to a full four-year term to that office this year, will be the featured speaker, and other candidates for state and local offices, or their representatives, will be in attendance.

Whiteoak Valley Grange will host a Card Party at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 17, at the Grange Office on East Main Street in Mowrystown. Admission will be $1.50 per person. Progressive Euchre will be the main game, but other card and board games will be available. Token prizes will be awarded.

Further information is available by calling (937) 446-2070 or (937) 442-4704.

Ripley Life Squad will host bingo at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 17, at the Life Squad Building, 799 S. Second St., Ripley. Doors will open at 5 p.m.

Wilson Sroufe Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9772 will host a dance 8 p.m.midnight Saturday, April 17, at the VFW Hall, 117 W. Main St., Mt. Orab. The cost will be $14 per couple at the door, $12 per couple in advance and $8 for a single person. Door prizes will be awarded.

Courts-Fussnecker Post 367 of the American Legion will host a dance 8 p.m.midnight Saturday, April 17, at the Post, 2944 Elk River Road, Ripley. The event is open to the public.

Upcoming Events Perry Township Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing at 7:30 p.m. Monday, April 19, at the Perry Township Community Building on U.S. 50 just east of the Fayetteville corporate limits to consider the request of property owner Roger Moore for a variance to allow a mobile home to be set up on his property at 5041 State Route 131 in Perry Township. All interested parties should attend.

Georgetown Elementary School Kindergarten Registration will be held 8:30-11 a.m. and 1-2:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, April 20 and 21, and 4-7 p.m.

Thursday, April 22, at the school, 735 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown. Children who are to enroll in kindergarten for the 2010-11 Academic Year must turn 5 on or before Thursday, Sept. 30. Parents should check with the Brown County Health Department in Georgetown or their family doctors to see if their child’s immunization records are complete to meet entrance requirements.

Further information is available by calling GES at (937) 378-6235.

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Aberdeen Friends of The Library will have a Book Sale Friday and Saturday, April 23 and 24, at the Aberdeen Branch of the Union Township Public Library, 1730 U.S. 52-62-68, Aberdeen. Donations are being requested from the public of past reading materials, DVDs, CDs and tapes, and they may brought to the Aberdeen Library during regular working hours. Further information is available by calling Friends President Penny Westheider at (937) 795-8026.

Mt. Orab Lions Club will host a Pancake and Sausage Breakfast 7:30-11 a.m. Saturday, April 24, at Western Brown High School, 476 W. Main St., Mt. Orab.

The all-you-can-eat menu will include pancakes, sausage patties, orange juice, regular and decaffeinated coffee, and white and chocolate milk with sugar-free pancake syrup being available. Advance tickets are $4.50 for adults and $3 for children under 12 with adult tickets at the door being $5.

Golf Scramble Fund-Raiser for Mt. Orab Heat 9-Year-Olds Baseball Team will be held beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 24, at Whiteoak Golf Course on Tri-County Highway near Sardinia. The cost to participate will be $50 per player. Food will be provided after the Scramble, and there will be prize giveaways and a Silent Auction.

Further information is available by calling Assistant Coach James Taylor at (513) 6178962..

Ohio farmers who want to preserve their farmland through the Clean Ohio Agricultural Easement Purchase Program must submit applications to the Ohio Department of Agriculture no later than 5 p.m. Monday, April 26. Applications may be found on ODA’s website at www.agri.ohio.gov.

Funds totaling nearly $18,000 are currently unclaimed by Brown County residents, according to the Brown County Clerk of Courts Office in Georgetown. There is a list posted in the Brown County Courthouse of those who are owed money by the county.

•••••••••• Anyone involved with a governing body, an organization, or a regularly-scheduled activity that has a meeting date and/or time or location change should contact The Brown County Press two weeks in advance, if possible, about that change(s) so the correct date and/or time and location may be listed in the Weekly Calendar. Also, anyone who would like an activity listed in The Brown County Press’ Weekly Calendar that currently is not listed should call the newspaper office during regular hours at (937) 444-3441.

An extended version of this Calendar is available on the Brown County Press’ website at browncountypress.com.

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Sunday Brown County K-9 Renegades 4-H Club will meet at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 11, at Kathryn Hanlon Park Back Lot Shelter in Georgetown.

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Call: 513-230-5111

200 - HELP WANTED NOW HIRING: Companies desperately need employees to assemble products at home. No selling, any hours. $500 weekly potential.

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206 - BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Join the great companies already at the Park.

DIRECT CARE PERSONNEL New construction with occupancy available.

Warehouse/Shop space of 5,000 sq. ft.

Attached 1,000 sq. ft. office/administrative space

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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR PURCHASE, LEASE OR LEASE/PURCHASE OPPORTUNITIES.

To Assist Persons with Developmental Disabilities in Daily Living Skills, Community Activities, Social Skills, Work Skills & Health / Safety Skills in the individuals home.

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Now renting 2 bedroom apartment with a den, rent starting at $550.00 with attached garage, washer & dryer hookups.

INDEPENDENT CONFor 55 & older accepting applications TRACTOR - Columbus based company needs inFor questions call dependent contractor for Amanda mortgage inspections in 937-378-6041 ext. 257 Clermont & Highland Counties. No experience necessary, will train.

Must have computer, Internet service, digital CARRINGTON FARM camera, & reliable trans- 300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED 300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED Supply - Part time sea- portation. Call for more LET US help you spring MT. ORAB into a new apartment here sonal Office Assistant info: 614-329-7280.

2BR at Georgetown I Apartneeded immediately through approximately 300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED ments. Accepting applica- Townhouse apartments, October. Please submit 1BR APARTMENT tions for 1 & 2 bedroom MENTION THIS AD resumes to Carrington w/W/D hookup, AC, pro- apartments at Georgetown & RECEIVE ONE Farm Supply, 69 Race pane heat, FP, no pets, Apartments, 401 Marshall HALF OFF 1ST Georgetown, Street, Georgetown, OH electric appliances, quiet Avenue, MONTH’S RENT & 45121. surroundings, Hamers- Ohio 45121. Apply at 610 $99 DEPOSIT ville area. $350 plus de- Markley Avenue, George- Fully equipped kitchen, town, Ohio 45121 or call central air, natural gas posit. 513-200-3023.

CNA’S NEEDED to for details at heat, on-site laundry. touch the heart of those in 2BR, 1BA in George- 937-378-6460.

No pets. No HUD/Secneed, in the coming sea- town. C/A, heat, W/D Stove, refrigerator, & on tion 8, $565 and up. sons of giving, and all hookup, stove, refrigera- site laundry. Possibility of Deposit same as rent. year round! We offer 12 tor & dish washer. rental assistance. Equal Water, sewer & trash hour shift. Call or stop by Water/sewer included. Housing Opportunity, included. On Candleto fill out an application. $500/mo. plus $500/dep. TDD # 419-526-0466 light Way off E. Main 937-378-3727.

No Pets. 937-213-3124.

“This institution is an St. Visit our photo galequal opportunity pro- lery & website @ 2ND STORY 2br, Sar- vider and employer” briarcreekproperties.com HAIRDRESSER dinia, $365/mo, $365/dep. or call 513-532-5291 or NEEDED for busy salon Electric efficient heat, 937-515-3092. in Sardinia. Managers li- 877-587-2230 cense preferred but not necessary. Need to be ACCEPTING APPLIavailable to work eve- CATIONS for 1, 2 & NOW RENTING nings & Saturdays. Start 3br, Equal Opportunity LYTLE TRACE ApartWilliamsburg, One bedroom apartment, out part-time, work into Housing, apply at Forest ments, utilities included. full-time. If interested Glade Apartments, 9001 OH. Unfurnished, age Rent is income based.

62+, 1br, secure building, please call 937-515-3214, Airport Rd., Georgetown, Applicants must meet utilities included, rent ask for Angela or call OH, 937-378-4565. eligibility criteria and subsidized, laundry room, 937-446-2306 and ask for have a mental illness.

FAYETTEVILLE like community room, library, Angela or Rosa. new 2 bedroom duplex, cozy living.

Call For more information call Amanda heat pump w/C/A, washer 513-724-3358.

937-378-6041, Ext. 257 MT. ORAB business dryer hookup, storage MT. ORAB seeking part-time office bldg. Near library & 2br Ranch style assistant.

Word/spread- walking trail. $625 rent w/sitting porch, sheets/computer knowl- w/reference & deposit.

Hamant Villa edge necessary. Must be Call 513-875-2846. detailed oriented and able Apartments FELICITY RIPLEY SCHOOLto handle multiple tasks.

Seniors Only GARRISON PLACE HOUSE Apartments, 1br Dependable and punctual.

Equipped Kitchen SENIOR units available, Move-in Call 937-393-0018.

Washer/Dryer Hookup APARTMENTS Rent Special, rent-$255 All Electric Heat 62 & OVER plus utilities, for Seniors Water/Sewage/Garbage Rent Subsidized MYSTERY SHOP62 years old, disabled or Included Free Utilities handicapped. For quesPERS, earn up to $100 Deposit Same As Rent Secure Bldg. tions call 937-392-9216 $550 per day, undercover shopOn-site laundry or 937-378-6603. Manpers needed to judge retail Pets allowed aged by Brown County No HUD/Section 8 & dining establishments, 513-876-3590 Senior Citizens Council.

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NOW ACCEPTING applications: 2nd shift/full time, 2:30-10:30. Includes weekends. Direct care aides needed for individuals w/developmental disabilities in a residential setting. Must have a valid driver’s license, clean background check & a high school diploma/GED. Experience preferred, but will train. Apply in person at 3467 Twin Bridges Rd., Williamsburg, Ohio 45176. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

GEORGETOWN - 2 & 3br apartments available for immediate occupancy.

2br, 1ba, c/a, all kitchen appliances, w/d hookup, $560/mo & util., $560/dep. 3br, 1.5ba, 1-car att. garage, c/a, all kitchen appliances, laundry room, $675/mo & util. $675/dep., 513-253-8170 or 513-616-3504.

MT. ORAB - 2br apartment, 1st floor, $425/mo., $425/dep., no pets.

937-444-2689.

HEALTHSOURCE OF OHIO, A network of community health centers offers quality care close to home, has many opportunities now available.

BROWN COUNTY INDUSTRIAL PARK MT. ORAB, OHIO

CARRINGTON FARM Supply - Part time Seasonal CDL Truck Drivers needed April through approximately July. Please apply at 69 Race Street, Georgetown, OH 45121 937-378-3221.

experience not required.

1-877-581-1844.

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513-724-2841 MT. ORAB - 2br, 1ba, $575/mo., $575/dep., w/washer/dryer, stove, refrigerator, water/sewer/garbage included. Also brand new, $600/mo. w/cathedral ceilings. 513-504-3368 or 513-616-6817.

SARDINIA 2br, $475/dep, $475/mo. & 1br, $400/dep., $400/mo., water & trash included.

513-615-1493.

“SPRING FORWARD WITH THIS DEAL” Efficiency & 1br A/C, extra storage Nice size Ask what spring has in store for you.

“SPRING TIME MOVING TIME” Large 2br A/C, W/D hookup Extra storage Nice property!

Call, it won’t last!!

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Haul water for home deliveries, local area, CDL 2/yrs. experience.

513-625-7072 303 - HOUSES FOR RENT 2BR BEAUTIFUL house located near Scenic Historical Covered Bridge, creek, garage, Mt. Orab area, $595 per month.

Good credit history, deposit required, available June 1st. 513-532-7560.

307 - MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT COUNTRY, YET convenient, 2br near Bethel, all electric, fresh paint, new carpet, small storage barn, no pets, available $500. now!

937-379-2277 or 513-310-0646.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT/RECEPTIONIST 24 hrs/wk - Ripley Graduate from MA program required. At least one year medical office experience desired.

E.F.D.A 40 hrs/wk - Mt. Orab High School graduate or equivalent required. Ohio general operator’s license in radiology required.

Graduate of expanded duties course and Ohio State Dental Board Expanded Duties, Dental Assistant license required. Two years in dental assisting or registered dental hygienist preferred.

We offer an excellent benefit package Apply online by visiting our website at: www.healthsourceofohio.com Email resumes to: resumes@healthsourceofohio.com Or fax to: 513-576-1018 M/F/D/V Equal Opportunity Employer

THE BROWN COUNTY PRESS Is looking for qualified local contributors to cover news for their Brown County neighborhoods.

Submit resume and writing sample to: bcpress@frognet.net With a subject line of ‘freelance’ or mail to:

The Brown County Press 219 South High Street Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154 No phone calls or walk-ins please!

400 - HOUSES FOR SALE FAYETTEVILLE Lake Lorelei, 139 Munster Dr., fishing, boating, skiing on beautiful Lake Lorelei, nice manufactured home overlooking lake, 3br, 2ba, stone fireplace, deck on two large lots, oversize 2/3-car detached garage, mature shade, fruit trees, spring special $90,000, possible owner financing. Use stimulus money for down payment. Possible no down payment w/money back to you at closing.

Hurry, must be under contract by April 30th.

Dennis Wright Properties, 937-213-2060.

2BR BRICK in FayetLYNCHBURG - nice 1 teville, full basement, bedroom mobile home $700 plus utilities. partially furnished. GaElectric 513-265-3728. rage, blacktop drive & heat, C/A. fenced yard. $390 rent w/reference & deposit.

3BR HOUSE, available Call 513-875-2846.

May 1st, all appliances, $650/rent & deposit. Sar- NICE 1BR mobile home dinia area. near Hamersville, NO PETS. Has stove, fridge, 513-313-3446. shed. Single or couple preferred. $425/rent, FARM & country home, $425/deposit.

Call nice 2br near Hamersville 937-378-6827. w/garage & garden space, adults only. 308-OFFICE/BUSINESS LAKE LORELEI, 513-531-7406.

SPACE FOR RENT Owner Financing, NO UPTOWN BUILDING, MONEY DOWN with FAYETTEVILLE, prime location, 2000sq. CASH BACK AT CLOS5/RM., 2br, 1.5baths, w/d ft., great for retail or of- ING for qualified buyer. hookup storage bldg., fice space.

Call Large 3br, 2ba manufacback yard, $475 rent 937-205-1678 for details. tured home on 1 acre w/references & deposit. the lake, 400 - HOUSES FOR SALE overlooking Call 513-875-2846. laminate flooring, stone fireplace, large deck.

FARM Oversized 2+ car deWITH nice 1.5 story FOR RENT: 3br, 2ba, tached garage, 139 Munolder home single family home in Mt. ster Dr., $85,000. Call w/basement, 3 car Orab, $850/dep., 513-260-1269 or detached garage, barns $850/mo. 937-444-6724.

937-213-2060. & 20 rolling acres with large rock lined creek HAMERSVILLE, 3BR, 401 - CONDOS/TOWNand woods, great for 3ba ranch, full finished HOUSES hunting or farming, basement, country setting, more or less acreage FOR RENT all appliances included + available, Bethel New washer/dryer. $850/mo.

GEORGETOWN Hope Rd., 1 mi. from plus utilities neg.

Really nice 3br, 2.5ba, Clermont County line, 513-479-1538.

2-car attached garage, Western Brown but 1700sq. ft., $695/mo. Declose enough for posit required.

MT. ORAB, 2br, 2-car Bethel.

937-378-2252. garage, $500/mo., Asking $215,000 $500/dep., no pets, 403- MOBILE HOMES 937-444-2689.

513-734-6349 or FOR SALE 937-444-6925 Dan FOR SALE/rent to own(May also sell for less NEW RICHMOND 16x80 mobile home on with fewer acres) Newly remodeled home, private rental lot. Mt. 2br, in town, natural gas Orab area. heat/ central air, $600/mo.

513-833-3061.

NO PETS!!!!!

Call 405 - LOTS & ACREAGE 513-752-0374.

306COTTAGES/CAMPSITES 4-CAMP SITES for rent on the Ohio River, Ripley, Ohio.

Full hookup, free docking, no worry about flooding water.

Call Dave 937-515-2984.

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Smart shoppers know about the bargains hidden within the Classified pages.

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LOT FOR Sale. Has septic & water, mature shade, quiet location, dead end.

Call 937-444-3765.

405 - LOTS & ACREAGE BEAUTIFUL 50ACRES W/large rock lined creek & woods, great for hunting or farming.

More or less acreage available.

Bethel New Hope Rd. 1-mile from Clermont County line, Western Brown but close enough for Bethel.

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Asking $199,500 Dan 513-734-6349 or 937-444-6925 (Smaller parcels also available)

409 - LAND FOR RENT MOBILE HOME lot, approx. 1-acre located on St. Rt. 131, Fayetteville, $250/mo.

Contact 513-319-6555.

410 - LEASE/OPTION TO BUY 1998 16X80 mobile home, 3br, 2ba, sits on 1-acre lot, $250 per month, trailer $350 per month plus $600 deposit.

Call 513-724-1315. Mt. Orab School District.

501 - CHILD CARE CHILD CARE services in my Mt. Orab home, flexible hours from Mon.-Fri. for all ages, full or part-time.

513-312-8778 anytime.

CHRISTIAN MOM will provide childcare in her Mt. Orab home first shift, flexible hours, WBSD, reasonable rates, meals and snacks included. References upon request. Call Angel 513-724-0830.

LOOKING FOR responsible teenager to babysit 2 children, 9 & 11 in my Mt. Orab home. References a must. Call for more info at 513-509-9197.

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JOHN’S GENERAL MAINTENANCE Mowing, tilling, plumbing, gravel/dirt hauling, equipment/general repairs, electrical, home clean-up outside/inside, backhoe work, electrical.

937-444-2694.

506 - CLEANING RESIDENTIAL CLEANING or just needing some spring cleaning, great rates, and even better references.

Call for a quote, or for more information.

513-255-4342.

507 - SEWING & ALTERATIONS

B R O A D S H E E T E V E N

For all your sewing needs for you, your family and your home. Call 937-4444276. Reasonable rates, expert service.

600 - FURNITURE 1-2-PC. PILLOWTOP mattress & box. New in plastic. $150.00. Can deliver.

Call Dan 513-967-4687.

BEST BUY for a Queen Memory Foam Pillowtop Mattress Set. Brand new, factory warranty, retail value $1,000, sell $350.

Call 937-515-6590.

FOR SALE: Pansies, Viola’s, Seed Potatoes, Onion Sets & Garden Seed. Potting soil, vine trees. Call for information on our summertime reduced wood prices. Stock up soon. Open 9am-7pm daily. Located at Cox Firewood, 3600 SR 125, OH. Georgetown, 937-378-4309. Visa, Master Card Welcome.

606 - FARM MERCHANDISE 2-TRACTORS W/DISK, plows, 3pt. tillers, bush hogs, finish mowers, will sell separate. 30HP Kubota tractor w/loader & back hoe, only 800/hrs., $14,500.

55HP 4x4 diesel tractor w/loader, only 20/hrs. $17,500. New & used 3pt.

Can deliver. tillers.

937-402-0769.

611 - WANTED TO BUY CASH TODAY! Buying Antiques, furniture, appliances, gold, silver, coins, games, tools, DVDs, records, “ALMOST ANYTHING” local.

937-378-1819 or 513-348-5870.

PAYING CASH, old stoves, washers, dryers, rusty old tools, nuts, bolts, autos, lawn mowers, bikes, antiques, toys in any condition. Tractors, barn full, no problem. We buy it all.

937-444-5122.

613 - PETS AND SUPPLIES

CKC Longhaired Chihuahua’s. One male, two females, F-$250, M-$220.

Born Feb. 21, 2010.

Ready April 12th. Call 937-515-2099.

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614 - HORSES/LIVESTOCK 2-3 YR old goats; Purebred Nubian Does w/Nubian Doelings at side. 2 yr old Doe Bred to Freshen in June. Yearling Doe open, born June 11, 2006.

Call after 5pm for prices.

Interested calls only, please.

Call 937-764-1260.

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4 BRAND new Toyota Camrey 5 lug 16” steel rims with Toyota hub caps with emblem still in the boxes. $50 FIRM. Contact 513-876-3403.

AUCTION • Sunday- April 11th, 1:00 PM 95 Shawnee Dr. Lake Waynoka, OH. 45171

2007 Built, 4 BR, 2 Bath, 2 Car Garage This is a 3 year old home in LAKE WAYNOKA, (www.lakewaynoka.com) it has appraised at $155,000, about 8 months ago. Owner Moving and will accept a mere fraction of appraised value. 2040 square feet of living space with an over sized 2 car garage, located near the security gate. Our home has four bedrooms(15'x14', 12'x12', 12'x12', 11'x7'), two baths, Living-room(15'x17'), family room(12'x17'), dining room(12'x14'), morning room(9'x14'), laundry room(9'x10') and a HUGE kitchen(14'x14') loaded with kitchen cabinets and all appliances stay with this home, everything is practically brand new, This home was built only 3 years ago. Concrete patio 10' X 36', 10' X 12' covered wood porch. This home is located on a corner lot and is on over 1/2 an acre of land.

Auctioneers Note: All sizes or measurement are aprox. Terms on Real Estate: 10% down on day of Auction, balance on delivery of deed, with-in 30 days. Real Estate sells as is..

Any inspections that the buyer requires shall be conducted prior to auction date at the buyer’s expense. Information presented here is derived from sources deemed reliable but not warranted by the seller or their representatives. All announcements made day of auction take precedence over previous verbal or printed material. Campbell’s Frontier Realty will be acting as agent for the seller.

PREVIEW- Shown by appointment or at OPEN HOUSE 4-5-10 from 6-7PM or 4-10-10 from 11-1 PM.

WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENTS

FORD PARTS, motors, transmission. For sale, lumber from 1830’s home, oak, all parts.

937-289-1040.

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Also Selling: (2) Vacant Lots one w/ water view. #’s 1315 & 1224

CAR- TRAILERS- GUNS- TOOLS- HOUSEHOLD 2005 DURANGO WITH 43000 miles, 4x4, 7 passengers (NO RESERVE) Craftsman Heavy duty garden tractor 201⁄2 HP; 2010, 5X10 ENCLOSED TRAILER 3 ft V-nose, side door, rear ramp door, 3500 LB.; 2009, 7X16 ENCLOSED TRAILER, 2 ft V-nose, side door, 7,000 LB.; 2007, 82inX20 12K EQUIPMENT TRAILER, 82" X 20' w 2' dove tail, 12,000 lb ; 50" x 8' HOME MADE TRAILER, 2000 LB, 4 stake pockets; TOOLS; Truck tool box; Industrial fire suppression system; fishing and hunting stuff; boating stuff; hitches and towing stuff; several winches; hitch mounted 3 bike rack; Milwaukee 18 volt cordless tool set; 2 year old Generac Power Washer with 2700 psi, 2.5 GPM; tool chest on wheels; 2 year old Coleman Powermate Premium air compressor, 3 hp, 8 gal; 1 year old Skil table saw 10in; 1 year old Craftsman compound miter saw 10in; STIHL chainsaw 026 with case. More! HOUSEHOLD- entertainment center; wall TV mount for 30in to 50 in; Hunting and survival magazines Backwoods home, Mother Earth News; new microwave oven; nice wagon; small appliances, toaster oven, George Forman Grill, Roaster Oven; Hellerware sterling tray; Kingsize bed frame with headboard; printer stand; several nice bicycles; Clothes Women’s XXL, XL, and L, some men’s and some kids; 2 matching bedroom sets very nice Ashley Kingsize Master bedroom set. More! 19 GUNS & AMMO- Nice Gun Safe with quick access compartment TAURUS, 669 Stainless steal .357 Mag ; STAR, 31PK, 9mm auto; LORCIN, L22, auto pistol; LORCIN, L22 auto pistol; S&W , 10-5, .38 snub nose revolver ; SIGARMS, P220, .45 ACP auto pistol; INTRATEC, AB-10, TEC 9, 9mm auto pistol; STEVENS ARMS, VISIBLE LOADER-PAT. APR 30 07, .22 COLLECTORS GUN; CONNECTICUT VALLEY ARMS, APOLLO .50 CAL BLACK POWDER; MOSSBERG, 500A 12GA pump; WORTHINGTON GUN CO. OLD DOUBLE BARRAL 12 GA SHOTGUN; COLOMBIA FUERZAS MILITARY, 30-06 rifle; ROSSI, MODEL # S411220RS, .410 BARREL, .22 BARREL; HENRY, .22 U S SURVIVAL Rifle AR 7; ALAMO-RANGER, MADE IN SPAIN .38 Revolver; ROSSI, 62 SA, .22 pump action rifle; WINCHESTER, 190 W WEAVER SCOPE 4X "MARKSMAN" .22 rifle; J STEVENS A&T CO, PAT APR 17. 94 .22 LR Rifle; BOITOBR2 12 GA double barrel shotgun.

Guns Sold to Ohio residents only. No guns will be stored at Auction location until day of the Auction for Security purposes.

Terms on Personal Property- Payment in full on day of Auction. Cash, Check w/ ID, Visa, MasterCard with 3% handling fee

We have a complete selection of invitations, thank you notes, napkins, match books, & envelopes.

800 - R.V.S/CAMPERS /TRAILERS 1988 SIERRA/COBRA Travel Trailer, good condition, sleeps 6-8, asking $4200.00.

Call 513-319-9180 for information.

804 - AUTOS WANTED

605 - SPECIAL SALES

PUPPY RESCUE cepting litters, pickup, Non-kill. In ness for 15 years.

513-885-9943.

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PUREBRED NUBIAN goats, Bucks or Weaters, good for 4-H projects, also want Bee Swarms.

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LOCATED: 190 NORTH STREET AT THE CORNER OF SECOND ST. IN DOWNTOWN BATAVIA, OHIO 45103. FROM I-275 EAST OF CINCINNATI TAKE ST. RT. 32/BATAVIA EXIT - ABOUT 5 MILES INTO BATAVIA. AUCTION HELD ON SITE AT CORNER OF NORTH & SECOND ST. STREET PARKING ONLY THROUGHOUT DOWNTOWN. “DO NOT BLOCK DRIVEWAYS.” All contents sell ABSOLUTE from the ancestral home of the 4 generation Dial family.

Some pictures on www.jtwilson.com FRIDAY, APRIL 23rd - STARTING @ 10 AM - INSPECT 8:30 AM An unbelievable accumulation!! Huge selection of glassware of all descriptions, kinds & categories; all sorts of china; teapot collection; ruby & blue ware; stoneware; 18-20 pcs of Rookwood pottery plus other pottery; brass & other figurines; lots of painted & souvenir plates (some local); 3-4 antique dolls & some older cloth dolls. Lighting; including red satin glass GWTW lamp; nice slag glass shade & metal table lamp; plus other lamps; few mantel clocks; some pcs of vintage clothing; WWI & WWII military uniforms; sev. older American flags; assortment of paper memorabilia (including some local); selection of quilts; bedding; linens; etc.; lots of sheet music; canes & walking sticks; large hand made model sailing ship w/picture & caption Nicholaus Clau; 3 civil war books of Roster of Iowa soldiers; several old bibles; boxes full of older books and some children’s books; unsorted coins and paper money incld. a 21⁄2 dollar gold piece; selection of flatware w/some sterling; This is just a sample of the hundreds of items to be sold. Every drawer - cabinets - closets etc. were full. Sure to be some great discoveries and surprises.

FRIDAY, APRIL 24th - STARTING @ 10 AM - INSPECT 8:30 AM Will be selling all of the furniture; art work; jewelry and balance of anything not sold on Friday.

Selling FIRST: About 100 to 125 pieces of various artwork. Includes paintings, drawings, prints, etchings etc. Some signed & unsigned. (Variety of subjects, scenes & age). Next will be about 75 pieces of antique furniture which will include a very nice Eastlake style 6 piece parlor set; double glass door back cabinet plus several book shelves and stands; several desks including unusual slant fronts & secretary style; selection of dining tables incld. drop side & pull outs plus hall tables and stands; 3-4 sets of chairs; rockers; Victorian 5 shelf whatnot stand; some square & oval top lamp tables; Victorian glass door cabinet w/drawer in base; flip top game table; nice decorated tea cart; His & Hers wicker rockers; Jenny Linn style bed; nice marble top wash stand w/splash back; marble top dresser w/tall mirror; high headboard 3/4 bed; 2 cedar chests and other antique furniture. Also, a nice spinet piano; uphols. furniture; house wares & household goods; radios; record players; lots of records; tapes and other entertainment stuff. After furniture etc. is sold we will finish up the Auction with a huge selection of jewelry: Some quality diamond rings to box lots of costume plus some beaded purses; dresser sets etc.

TERMS: Cash or checks w/full ID for each day; Come prepared to remove your Friday purchases (have to reload tents) No Buyer’s Premium on personal property!! Sorry, No Absentee or phone in bids. Port-a-lets & Lunch wagon available.

Selling For the John E. Dial Estate CCPC#2010ES7394, James G. Nichols, Ext.

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Georgetown - Historic Bldg. converted to 6 family unit.Efficiency, 1 Bdrm.& 2 Bdrm. Apts.All units but 1 has 2 entries.All kitchens equipped. Original staircase w/bannister in place. $165,000

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1198955- Mt. Orab - Immaculate w/location! 1st flr.Master, 1st flr bath. Beautiful & roomy. Nice sized laundry rm dbls as an home office. Possible conversion to an office building. Extra wide driveway. Huge rolling back yd. Public water & sewer. Do not delay! $89,900

1186984- Bethel - Private setting for this custom built home. Amenities include: formal dining room, hardwood flrs, blt in kit. appliances, jetted jacuzi, shower & toilet closet in MBR, tray ceilings, open foyer, stone gas log F/P, full part-fin bsmt. Prof. landscaped. $259,900

1211877- Russellville- Private setting for this unique retreat. Cathedral-Vaulted ceilings, Dbl. sided fireplace w/a 3rd one in Fam. Rm., 2nd flr Br w/deck for separate entry, Att. 2 car garage, barn,inground pool (gated), rolling acreage. Truly a nature getaway! $239,000

1200703- Ripley- Picturesque setting for this unique two story. Contemporary. DBL skylites in spacious great rm. Fully equip. Kit. Island w/ wet bar. Dining room has walk-out to indoor,inground pool & Spa area. MBR suite w/shower + Jacuzzi.Family Rm. Loft. $299,900

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1205153 -Mt. Orab- Immaculate 3 BR, 2 BA ranch on double lot. New flooring in LR & FR. Open floor plan.

Freshly painted & inviting. Att. 2c gar. for maximum storage. Beautifully landscaped, Coy pond w/serene sitting area. Back yard tree-lined for added privacy. $109,900

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1206356 -Mt. Orab- What a deal! 2 bdrm property in town on public utilities. Great condition. Nice sized bdrms. Newer heat pump. All new wiring thru-out. In the process of Real Estate conversion. $39,900

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1206370 -Mt. Orab- Totally renovated home on public water & sewer. Beautiful hardwood floors thru-out. Fully equipped kitchen. Full basement. Why rent? $69,900

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1208520- Georgetown- Better than new! This beauty has been kept in pristine condition. Large rooms, brand new dlooring, newer hvac w/auto backup & propane heater.Self-sufficient. 1 1/5 car gar.w/attic storage. $89,900

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Georgetown- Excellent condition! Two 1 Bdrm.Apts.Large & roomy.Drywall thru-out.Brand new A/C Units.Central systems.1 unit has a laundry room.Covered front porch. Good cash flow. $55,000

DP SOL 1201734- Georgetown - One of a kind!*Full brick 2-story.*Huge Master BR suite w/personal balcony.*Natural Bay windows, pocket doors thruout, oak woodwork.* Real Beauty!*Inground 32x18 8' deep pool.*Det 2 story brick garage also.*Full fin bsmt plumbed for 3rd ba. $395,000

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1214896 - Georgetown - Great Home-Just Move In! Full brick home on no outlet Street. Solid & in excellent condition! Family room is an operational 1 car garage - just remove carpet. Beautiful lot w/mature shade. Must see to believe! $89,900

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1194692- Mt. Orab- Get ready to move! 3 BR, 2 BA home in quiet neighborhood.Excellent condition. Floor plan is open & spacious. Det.2 car garage.New garage door. Back yard completely fenced. Public Utilities. $114,900 1202541- Georgetown- Immaculate! *This well built ranch is ready to move into. *Natural woodwork,solid 6 panel doors,fully equipped kitchen.

MBR suite. Covered front & back porch. *Beautifully landscaped yard. Storage shed.

Poured foundation. Location, location! $109,900

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1214718 - Hamersville - LIKE NEW! Beautiful brick ranch on a slightly rolling 5 ac.tract.Vaulted & cathedral ceilings, wbfp, french door walk-out to spacious deck, family rm. split floor plan, professionally landscaped. 32x64 det.gar.workshop. $165,000

1215219 - Williamsburg - Look at this price! 3 Bdrm, 2.5 Ba.2 Sty.home w/fam.rm,rec.rm.

Beautiful granite in updated kitchen, covered full length front porch. Huge deck off of master bdrm.suite. Drive-thru garage.Cul-de-sac. $149,900

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1208031 -Russellville- Listed below appraised value!

Solid 3 Bd.2 Ba.home.Master BR.suite w/it's own LR blt.in 2007. HDWD Flrs.under carpet in LR, DR, hallway & 2 Brm's. Arched doorways,Equipped kitchen, picture wndw, partial bsmt,deck,1 car garage,huge back yard. $89,900

1206473 -Mt. Orab- This home is not a driveby!

Double corner lot w/public water ans sewer.

Beautiful hdwd floors thru-out. Fully equiped Kit w/dryer incl. 2 blacktop driveways. Attached 1 car gar. Storage shed. Within walking distance downtown area. $87,500

1123757- Four family Apt. bldg. located two blocks off of SR 52. All units have been totally renovated.

Each unit has a laundry area available. Each apt. is separately metered. 4000 plus SF. Bldg and units are in mint condition. PLEASE, ONLY PREAPPROVED BUYERS. $147,500

1205276 -Sardinia- Unbelievable Mini Resort!

Total renovation w/updates galore!Family Rm.w/corner fountain.Open Flr.plan. Det. Rec area w/30' antique bar. 5 car gar w/one 14' door.5 ac.fenced pasture w/add'l turn-out,add'l barn w/stalls. Ingr.pool w/pool hse. $199,900

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BATAVIA, OHIO

ESTATE AUCTION

THE DIAL FAMILY ANCESTRAL HOME

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INSPECTION - SUNDAY, APRIL 18 - FROM 1-3PM LOCATED: 190 North Street at the corner of Second St. in Downtown Batavia, Ohio 45103.

One of Batavia’s oldest homes. County records indicate originally built in 1826. Has been in the Dial Family for 4 generations. Two Story Frame with 11 Rooms - 2,584 Square Feet of Living Space. Five Fireplaces (some with beautiful oak mantels and rookwood tile) Extra ordinary Woodwork Throughout, some Leaded Glass Windows; Bathrooms on both floors; Hardwood & Pine Floors. Has Newer Natural Gas Heating System and Air Conditioning.

Exterior retains original style and appearance. Wonderful opportunity for preservationist or historical restorers.

BE SURE TO INSPECT - NOTE DATE & TIME ABOVE!!

CLERMONT COUNTY AUDITOR’S PARCEL ID#060202134 EASY TERMS: Minimum bid just $50,000!!! Accepted high bidder to pay $5,000. as earnest money down payment deposit at signing purchase agreement at conclusion of bidding. 30 days to close w/full possession. Note: a 10% buyer’s premium will be added to the high bid to establish the actual contract sales price. All inspections must be completed prior to auction date.

Joel T. Wilson, Broker/Auctioneer represents the estate only.

NOTE: The contents from this home will be sold at auction on Friday & Saturday, April 23rd & 24th, starting at 10:00 am each day. Call for flyer or see accompaning ads.

Selling For the John E. Dial Estate

1180019- Georgetown - First offering! Fantastic positive cash flow! Duplex in good condition. 1 & 2 bdrm. units. Fully equipped washer, dryer hook-ups in both units. Great location. Huge walk in attic. $49,900

Broker: Ray Houk 513-875-3822 Realtor/Manager: Connie Creditt 937-288-0072 U.S. Route 50 Fayetteville, Oh 45118 NEW LISTING!

Lynchburg 1208294 1800 sf custom built cape cod, 4 BR, 2 Bath, hardwood floors, Full basement, FR w/fireplace, 12x24 unfinished rec room, attached garage, pond, situated on 5.571 country acres. More acreage available. Possible Owner Financing! $139,900 Ray Houk

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1191791 Lake Lorelei Nice lake front 3 BR rustic ranch style home, fireplace, beautiful double lots w/approx 1.3 acres with a 12x28 deck overlooking the lake, loads of mature trees and 2 car det. 24x30 garage. $239,900 Ray Houk

Lynchburg Schools 1201293 Charming/Secluded 3 Bedroom home situated on 7 wooded acres, dead end road, blacktop 25x40 detached drive, garage/shop. Enjoy the wild life from your front & rear deck. A must see!

Leah Morgan $115,000

Associates: Joyce Spaeth 937-364-2521

Connie Creditt 937-205-2125

Helen Kirkendall 937-364-2924

Leah Morgan 937-402-8913

LAND ... RESIDENTIAL Fayetteville - 1200880 Nice gently rolling building lot with water, sewer, cable, underground utilities, and blacktop road. Be the first to choose from the 21 lots from .27 to 1.44 acres & some are waterfront lots. Affordable pricing from 21-32K. $21,000 Ray Houk Fayetteville - 1212836 Beautiful 14 acres of gently rolling wooded land.

Perfect for that secluded home nestled in the woods. $89,000 Connie Creditt REDUCED Lake Lorelei - 1196200 Two nice adjoining, corner building lots with some trees. Second lot is 984 Krupp Drive. Priced below auditors appraised value. Gated community with security, fishing, boating, club

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EVERGREENS – 3’ – 8’ B&B White Pine, Norway Spruce, Blue Spruce, Hemlock, Green Giant Arborvitaes SHRUBS – Many Sizes on Variaters Azalea, Boxwood, Barberry, Hydrangea, Holly, Rose of Sharon, Juniper, Spirea, Yucca, Honeysuckle, Smoke Bush, Potentella, Dogwood, Roses, Burning Bush, Crape Myrtle, Goldmops, Japanese Kerria, Knock Out Rose, Alberta Spruce, Juddi Viburnum, Pieris, Forsythia, Euyonumus, Wegelia, Mugo Pink, Aborvitea, Sumac, Bayberry, Butterfly Bush, Lilac, Itea, Clethera, Artic Blue Willow, Cotton Easter Lots of Perennials and Grasses - Also included will be a Great Selection of Fruits and Berries Plus assorted Pavers and Misc. Yard Deco – “Note: Hundreds of Fruits!”

Auctioneer’s Note: This will be a large Auction with nice healthy plants.

“2” Rings will be used. Auction will run most of the day!

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3 5 ,9 3 2 412mo* 2007 FORD F-150 LARIAT $ 4x4, Crew Cab, 45,000 Miles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 5 , 9 3 2 $ 412mo* 2009 FORD F-150 XLT $ Super Cab, 4x4, Low Miles, V8, Full Power, Fact. Warranty . . 2 5 , 9 3 2 $ 412mo* 2006 FORD F-150 $ Crew Cab, 4x4, 50,000 Miles, All Options, Clean . . 2 5 , 9 3 2 $ 326mo* 2005 FORD F-250 XLT $ 4x4, Crew Cab, V8, Auto., 68,000 Miles . . . . . . 2 0 , 9 3 2 $ 292mo* 2004 FORD F350 XLT $ 4x4, 8ft. Bed, Crew Cab, Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 8 , 9 3 2 $ * 2009 CHEVROLET COLORADO LT $ 240mo Only 600 Miles, 5 Speed, A/C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 5 , 9 3 2 $ 205mo* 2009 CHEVROLET HHR LS $ Low Miles, Auto, Clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 3 , 9 3 2 $

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274mo*

1 7,932 223mo* 2007 FORD FUSION SE $ 5 Speed, Sunroof, 29,000 Miles . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 4 , 9 3 2 $ 223mo* 2005 FORD MUSTANG V6 $ Auto, Leather, 25,000 Miles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 4 , 9 3 2 $ 205mo* 2008 FORD FOCUS SE $ Auto., Sunroof, 34,000 Miles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 3 , 9 3 2 FWD, V6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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2005 FORD E-150

7,932 $ 136mo* 2005 FORD FREESTAR SE $ Full Power, Clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 , 9 3 2 PW/PL, Very Clean! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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