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Village of Sardinia to sell 14 acres, including reservoir, also battles continuous water main breaks for two days Sardinia Village Council members and Mayor Todd Bumbalough plan on bidding out a 14 acre plot of ground including a 9 acre reservoir/lake, owned by the village, at the intersection of St. Rt. 32 and St. Rt. 134 in Sardinia. “We’ve talked about this a lot, and we feel that now is the time to sell the reservoir,” Bumbalough told council at the October 10 meeting. “That reservoir is a liability for the village and we are now in the position to sell it. All I need is permission from council to have Jay (Cutrell, solicitor) draw up the paper work, advertise it and begin taking bids on it.” Bumbalough added that the minimum bid the village will accept is $350,000, but anticipates the 14 acres could go as high as $40,000 per acre. The funds generated from the sale of the reservoir would

be used to pay off the remaining debt owed on water lines, which is approximately $330,000. “We have actually had several people interested in buying or even trading for that reservoir,” added Bumbalough. It’s a beautiful area, and I believe now is the time to sell.” Council agreed with their mayor and approved moving forward on the bid process. In the meantime, Bumbalough plans on getting an estimate on the reservoir’s current value. Bumbalough also discussed, at length, the problems the village had a couple weeks ago when it suffered water main breaks throughout the village. According to Bumbalough there was a water main break by the Sardinia Presbyterian Church on Tuesday, Oct. 4. “It was a real mess,” Bumbalough said while shaking his head. “Apparently the bolts on

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Considered a liability for the Village of Sardinia, this beautiful nine acre reservoir/lake owned by the village will be sold to the highest bidder for the minimum of $350,000.

the water lines had rusted off, and we were really scrambling, to get it taken care of. We hoped we could fix just

that main line, but it turns out, fixing it caused a whole chain of other breaks all over the village.”

Bumbalough said he hoped he wouldn’t have to shut the water off to the whole village, especially without any warn-

ing, but ended up being forced to shut the water off for about four hours on Tuesday, and CONTINUED ON PAGE 11

Villages of Aberdeen, Two killed in separate crashes Georgetown and Fayettville will choose Mayors next month By Martha Jacob The Brown County Press The villages of Aberdeen, Georgetown and Fayetteville will all be choosing a mayor next month. More than 1300 voters could turn out to vote for a new mayor on November 8 in the Village of Aberdeen. As the current mayor, Garland Renchen steps down, two candidates have thrown their hat in the ring. They are Harry Foxworthy and Robert Meadows. Harry Foxworthy Foxworthy has been an Aberdeen resident for over 25 years, and has operated several area businesses over the past 30 years with his wife Dottie, who operates the Riverside Dairy Queen Grill and Chili in Aberdeen. “I believe that when you invest in a business or in real estate,” Foxworthy explained, “you should make your primary objective to improve and maintain that investment if you expect to be successful and recoup your investment in the future. All residents of Aberdeen have made substantial investments in this community and should be concerned with its

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future. I believe, as many of you do, that for the past eight years Aberdeen has suffered at the hands of recent council members and mayors.” Foxworthy said that he feels the village has deteriorated on a daily basis due to poor management and selfish objectives, adding as an example, contracting with Brown County Water for the village water supply. “That decision placed an enormous and unnecessary financial burden on the residents at a time when personal budgets are already stretched to the limit,” he said. “I can provide strong leadership, integrity and financial sanity to the office and the village, and I will become the voice of all the residents.” Foxworthy stated his main goals, if elected mayor, would be to: • bring order and civility to administration and management processes; • clean up Aberdeen and strive to maintain village property and facilities; • remove the mystery from village government and provide visibility and accountability into village expenditures and revenues; • make Aberdeen a village residents can all be proud of.

“If we work together,” added Foxworthy, “ I believe we can rebuild the image of the village into one of integrity and respect.” Robert Meadows Meadows has been a member of the Aberdeen community for more than 30 years and has served three terms on Aberdeen Village Council and one term as mayor. “My significant other, Norma, and I have three grown children,” Meadows said. “My children are Stacie, Dwayne and Angie. I also have four wonderful grandchildren, Savannah, Austin, Jeremy and Justin. “I would sincerely like to be voted as mayor of Aberdeen for many reasons. My heart belongs to this village. It is my home and I want to see it thrive.” Meadows said that if he is elected mayor he plans on working to make needed repairs to the streets and improve water conditions. He would also like to improve the village financial status and keep improving the river bank. “I feel we have great potential for recreational growth,” added Meadows. “Most of all, CONTINUED ON PAGE 10

Two million federal dollars comes to OHP for safety push BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press The Ohio Highway Patrol is getting some extra money to help pay for traffic enforcement during peak periods. The Ohio Department of Public Safety has awarded $1,913,242.06 to the Patrol. The money is coming from federal traffic safety funds and is set to fund extra patrols through September of next year. “We will use those funds to pay for patrols over and above our usual manpower”, said Lt.

Randy McElfresh, Georgetown Post Commander. McElfresh used the example of high travel periods before and after holidays or for times when intoxicated drivers are more likely to be on the roads. The funds will also be used to fund anti-drunk driving checkpoints and patrol blitzes. “These funds are critical to our goal of contributing to a safer Ohio,” said Colonel John Born, Patrol Superintendent said in the following press release. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is currently investigating two vehicle crashes that resulted in fatal injuries. The first incident happened on on October 8, 2011 at approximately 1:59 P.M. on Delhi-Arnheim Road, Franklin Township, Brown County, Ohio. A 1976 Harley-Davidson, operated by Melissa V. Miller, age 36 of Georgetown, Ohio, was traveling eastbound on Delhi-Arnheim Road. A 2002 Chevrolet 3500, operated by, Michael W. Hall, age 48, of Georgetown, Ohio was traveling westbound on Delhi-Arnheim Road. The preliminary investigation indicated the motorcycle operated by Mrs. Miller failed to negotiate a curve and trav-

eled left of center. The vehicles collided in the westbound lane of travel, resulting in extensive damage to both units. The motorcycle slid off the right side of the road and came to rest in a ditch. The Chevrolet truck came to rest partially on the roadway. Mrs. Miller was pronounced deceased at the scene. A helmet was not in use at the time of the crash. Mr. Hall sustained non-life threatening injuries and was transported by Georgetown EMS to Brown County General Hospital for treatment. The second crash happened October 11, 2011 at approximately 11:35 P.M. on State Route 41 near milepost 1, south of State Route 763.

Preliminary investigation revealed that Zachary Stamper, age 21, of Aberdeen, Ohio was driving a 2004 blue Chevrolet Colorado southbound on State Route 41. Stamper failed to negotiate a curve to the left, drove off the right side of the roadway, and struck a tree. Stamper was transported by Aberdeen Fire and Life Squad to the Meadowview Hospital in Maysville, Kentucky. Mr. Stamper was pronounced deceased at the Hospital. Alcohol was not a factor in the crash, and Stamper was wearing a seatbelt. Both crashes remain under investigation by the Ohio State Highway Patrol- Georgetown Post.

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Director of Ohio Veterans Services visits Brown County BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press The Director of the Ohio Department of Veterans Services visited Brown County on Oct. 11. Retired Air Force Colonel Thomas Moe met with the Brown County Veterans Commission to discuss the state of affairs in Ohio with regard to serving veterans. The Brown County Commissioners and State Representative Danny Bubp were also in attendance. Bubp opened the meeting by introducing Moe, taking note of his 35 years of service, including spending over five years as a prisoner of war during the Vietnam war. Moe also earned two Silver Stars, a Distinguished Flying Cross, the Bronze Star Medal for valor and two Purple Hearts. Director Moe began by saying that he or his deputy director had set a goal of visiting every county in the state, a goal he said is almost complete.

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Ohio Department of Veterans Services Director Thomas Moe ( front center) is joined (front from left) by Asst. Veterans Services Officer Ralph Fox, County Commissioner Ralph Jennings, State Rep. Danny Bubp and County Commissioner William Geschwind. In the rear (from left) are County Commissioner Rick Eagan, and Veterans Commissioners Ralph Quallen and Roger Carter.

Moe took note of the $285,000 annual budget of the Brown County Veterans Commission and commended the commissioners for spending the money wisely and for serving as many veterans as

possible. Moe said one of the biggest obstacles in serving the nearly one million veterans in Ohio is a lack of contact information. Moe remarked that when he CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

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As many as 315 registered voters could turn out in November to vote for their candidate of choice to become the next Mayor of the Village of Hamersville. Their three choices are Matt Ernst, Betty Kirkpatrick and Keith Staggs. Matt Ernst Ernst is married to wife Shelly, a stay-at-home mom and president of the Hamersville School PTO. The couple has one son, Chris, a second grader at Hamersville. Both Matt and his wife are graduates of Western Brown High School. “I take great pride in everything I’m involved with in Hamersville,” Ernst stated, “I coach Little League baseball, I volunteer at my son’s school and am also an officer in the PTO, and secretary of the Hamersville Jr. Sports Association. “I believe I will be able to help the Village of Hamersville better their relationship with the schools.” Ernst is an auctioneer, a Notary and works full time as a bank manager. “I fully understand finance and budgets,” he added, I will bring new ideas and a fresh outlook to the village. “This village needs to have a strong working relationship with other groups like schools, trustees, sports associations, businesses, churches and Board of Affairs. I want to see the mayor and council more involved with these groups to help everyone become more successful.” Ernst said he believes that everyone has to work together or the only thing that will be accomplished is fighting. He said he wants to see the village become more community oriented by sponsoring things like Easter egg hunts, Christmas light contests and a parade. “I’d also like to see more of our youth recognized by the mayor and council when they do something great,” Ernst said. “I’d also like to see the village establish and fund a scholarship fund for a local student which could be funded from the mayors salary.” Ernst said he would like to see the village maintain a good website, and apply for as

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many grants as possible for the village. He added that a strong police force is a necessity in the village with the increase in crime. “This town has been run by several of the same people for the last decade or longer,” Ernst said with conviction. “You can see what they have done, and as long as the same people are elected, why would we expect anything to change or improve.” Betty Kirkpatrick Kirkpatrick, a divorcee, has two sons, Dusty, who lives in Bethel with wife Missy and their two sons Zach and Cole and Darry, who lives in Mt. Orab with his wife Rhonda and their two sons Brady and Brody. “For many years, someone from my family has worked for or volunteered their time in Hamersville,” Kirkpatrick said. “In the late 50’s, there was a road being built in Hamersville and my father Dale Bolender lit lanterns nightly to prevent accidents on the road. “I remember helping him light all the lanterns after he had filled them with kerosene. I had the privilege of doing that every night for over two years.” Kirkpatrick is a Hamersville High School graduate. In 1970 she took the civil service exam and was hired by the United States Postal Service and employed by the Hamersville Post Office where she remains to this day. Kirkpatrick later took a position as part-time patrolman with the village. She was elected council member two times and am presently the vice-mayor. “I feel, with confidence, that I would be a successful

mayor to the town of Hamersville,” Kirkpatrick stated. “I would like to see more hours allotted to the police department and would like to find funds to hire another police officer. “I want to see growth in our village for future generations. “Finally, I am so proud of this town and the people I have lived and worked with for many years. I strongly support the renewal of the police levy and if elected I will act effectively to address the challenges that all small towns are facing today in this tough economy.” Keith Staggs Staggs has been married for 19 years to Christina (Helbling) Staggs, who is Georgetown High School and Southern Hills Vocational School graduate. The couple has two children Thomas Keith and Hallie Nicole. Staggs said “If I am elected mayor of Hamersville, I plan to be a full time mayor. I want to be available to the residents of Hamersville at all times. My background in Hamersville politics consists of eight years of being on Hamersville Council and serving on the building committee.” Staggs said he was able to track down owners of six condemned building in the village and convinced five of them to accept the county’s grant money to get the building removed. “I would like to take this opportunity to thank Margery Paeltz, Tammie Ogle, Anita Schneider, Cecilia Potts, Fire Chief Dennis Schneider, Police Chief Jim Canter the the current mayor Larry Talbott for all their help in my efforts to get that done. “As mayor, I would like to

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The Russellville Church of Christ on U.S. 62 will be hosting their annual fall steak dinner on Saturday, October 15, 2011. The serving time will be from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. The menu includes baked steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, tossed salad, dessert and drink. The cost is $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for children 12 or under. Everyone is welcome and bring a friend.

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Reader is thankful for good and caring neighbors Dear Editor: Last week, I received a phone call that there were horses loose on St. Rt. 68, by a large tobacco barn near Stony Hollow Road. “Do you have horses loose,” the caller asked. “God I hope not, but our stable, Cherry Ridge is directly across White Oak Creek from there. Thanks for the call,” I said as I frantically ran to get my shoes and said a quick prayer. I hurried to our barn, stopping by my mom’s to ask her for help, then got, feed, halters and lead ropes and headed down to 68. All I could think of was how in the world am I going to be able to get the horses home all by myself once they were caught, which might not be easy. When I got there, I was relieved that they were not my horses after all, yet they were a neighbor’s that lives just up on Rt. 68. And though they were not my horses, regardless, they needed to be back home in their pasture to safety. Now, the rest of my story is to show you what a good neighbor is and I am proud to have witnessed this on that day.

First, someone, who I don’t know, took the time to call me and alert me of the horses, concerned that they were mine and I didn’t know. And of course, all of us who have livestock appreciate that call, as we usually don’t know our animals have escaped. When I arrived, there were two cars already parked alongside of the road with their flashing lights on. One man had just tried to call me while the other had chased the horses off the road. Next, the State Highway Patrol arrived and his red & blue flashing lights alerted cars to slow down and be cautious. Even David Smiley, Scott Township Trustee came to help. By now, I had already driven to the owner’s house to see if anyone was home to let them know about their horses. No one was there, they were at work. When I got back, the Trustee knew the son-in-law worked at John Deere and called him to let the family know of the horses at large. It was decided to keep the horses in the field away from the road for safety’s sake. You see these good neighbors

Just then, the owner of the horses frantically pulled in her driveway, planning to get the halters and lead ropes and stuff you do when your animals are out. But no need, her horses were home already. When I got home I had 6 more messages from wonderful, caring and concerned neighbors alerting me about the horses. One of the neighbors had even stopped at my mom’s who lives up the road to let her know since they couldn’t get an answer at my house; More evidence of the concern of good neighbors. So, I said all that, to say this. It truly blessed my heart that day to see good, caring, and concerned neighbors in action. A special thank you to all that took the time that day, to call or to stop and help get the neighbor’s horses back home proving what good neighbors are all about. Thank You! Thank you all so very much!

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Senator Sherrod Brown says ‘Stop unemployment discrimination, start putting Ohioans back to work’ Across Ohio, I’ve heard the same story again and again. People lose their jobs—then they lose their health insurance. After that, they lose their home or apartment because they can’t afford the mortgage or rent.

SENATOR SHERROD BROWN The best way to get our economy back on track and reduce our deficit is to get people working again. Most people would rather be collecting a paycheck than collecting unemployment

insurance. I’ve received letters from Ohioans who have sent dozens of résumés a week looking for a job across the state and across the country. These are Ohioans who are hungry to get back to work. But according to a recent report from the National Employment Law Project (NELP), some employers, staffing agencies, and online job sites are saying that if you don’t have a job, you can’t even apply for an open position. According to the report, some American employers and staffing agencies are using recruitment and hiring policies that expressly deny unemployed Americans from being considered for positions. Staffing agencies say employers instruct them to look

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were there to help until the owner arrived. Then suddenly, the horses headed toward the road again. Those helping pulled their vehicles ahead to road block them honking their horns to send them running away from the road where they were safer. Surprisingly, this scared them enough that they went running through the field toward the safety of their home. Right up the owner’s driveway. Everyone was amazed and relieved. Within a ? hour or so, the horses were back home. Everyone thanked each other for taking the time to not only help, but to be neighborly and care. As I was getting in my truck, tossing up another prayer of thanksgiving not only for the safety of the horses but also for having witnessed those good neighbors in action, another car stopped and asked if we needed help herding the horses she had just seen running up their driveway. “I’m a horse person too she smiled.” I thanked her very much for taking the time to stop and offer.

potential conflicts at the meetings conclusion where decisions are often announced. As a voter and taxpayer, I resent being considered part of the crowd that needs to be thinned out. Have you, the school board, forgotten that you sit on the board to work for us, the parents and families of the children who attend these schools as well as all of us who voted you in to serve our interests? You are not there on behalf of the teachers or superintendent, but on behalf of us, so you shouldn’t say we’re welcome to attend monthly meetings and then by design, take measures that will discourage people from staying until it’s over. I would hope this really isn’t true. Now I’m not against the executive sessions at all. I know there are some issues that need to be addressed privately. My problem is the timing of your session. I found out from other people that not all school districts have lengthy executive sessions in the middle of the board meeting. Other school boards are much more publicfriendly and have their executive sessions either at the beginning or end of the regular meeting, and that some have their executive sessions on another day of the week entirely. Why can’t this school board do that for us? I hope some of the school board members, both present and future, keep this in mind. Your time is not more important than ours. A lot of us like to attend these meetings because we care about the kids who attend the schools and want the best for them, so please don’t make it a real burden for us to attend. We need to have transparency in what goes on in the R.U.L.H. schools, and we need it without wasting a lot of our time. Barry Hauser Ripley, Ohio

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through résumés from people currently working—and not the unemployed. Some jobs explicitly require current employment as a requirement for just applying for an available job. Reducing unemployment is tough enough without some employers refusing to even consider jobless applicants. The recent economic downturn has not discriminated against its victims. Millions of Americans in all types of jobs— in fields from manufacturing to management—have been left holding a pink slip through no fault of their own. According to NELP, more than six million Americans have been jobless for longer than six months. Earlier this month in Cleveland, I met a woman laid off in 2008 from her job driving a school bus. She landed an interview for another job driving a bus for a private company, but was told that the company had a policy of not hiring anyone who had been unemployed for six months or longer. And I just received a letter from a man in the Dayton area who was also laid off in 2008. Despite nearly 30 years of experience in his field, he was passed over for jobs time and time again. The longer he was unemployed, the harder he found it to get interviews or even a call back. He spent more than two years looking for a new job before landing a position last month—in a completely different industry— thanks to help from his neighbor. These Ohioans—and others who work hard and play by the rules—deserve a fair chance at a new job. A chance to compete on a level playing field—to have

their résumés read and their qualifications considered the same as any other applicant. That’s what the Fair Employment Opportunity Act of 2011 would do. This billwould make it illegal for employers and employment agencies to unfairly discriminate against unemployed job seekers. Employers should have the right to hire staff according to their needs—and to factor in work experience. But they shouldn’t have the right to discriminate from the start and preemptively deny qualified workers a fair chance at a job they need. There’s no additional burden—no red tape, no extra paperwork—for businesses under this legislation. But it would outlaw employers from refusing to consider for employment someone merely because they are unemployed, and would ban the type of discriminatory language from job listings that NELP uncovered in its report. Since NELP’s report, at least one job-search website, Indeed.com, has banned job listings with this discriminatory language. This is a step in the right direction, and more employers and employment agencies should follow suit to help give more Americans the opportunity to compete for an open position. This bill isn’t about telling employers who they can and cannot hire. It’s about giving all Americans—regardless of their employment status—an equal chance when it comes to finding a new job. Sherrod Brown is a United States Senator from Ohio.

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Shane Adamson, Mt. Orab

Yes, of course I recycle. I recycle all plastic, papers, cardboard and cans, I have containers for each of them.

Oh yes, I do, I recycle pop cans, milk jugs and 2-liter bottles.

Joe Marthaler, Williamsburg

Deirdre Lang, Georgetown

Yes I recycle plastic and paper products.

I recycle pop cans, then sell them and put the money in a piggy bank for my Great Grandchildren.

April Bailey, Williamsburg

Ray Kinnetth, Sardinia

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Dear Editor: I have a question for the R.U.L.H. school board: Why do you have monthly board meetings that last between three and four hours long with a one to two hour, or longer, “executive session” somewhere in the middle of the meeting?I’ve been to about eight meetings in the past and it doesn’t seem to matter if there’s just a few teachers and bus drivers at the meeting or if it’s a packed room. I had a pretty good idea why you put a long intermission between the beginning and conclusion of the meetings, but I decided to ask around for other opinions. At a meeting I attended last spring, I found it frustrating because once again, I was going to be left sitting in this room for the next hour or so while the school board members and the superintendent went elsewhere in the building for their “executive session” meeting. I asked another person sitting behind me why they always do this and he simply said, “Because they can!” I asked another person and he said, rather friendly, “It’s their perogative!” Now, these answers were starting to really irritate me, because you see, I have a lot of things to do myself at home or elsewhere. I don’t have a lot of time to waste sitting around during executive sessions. Probably the greatest abuse of this ‘perogative’ was the night the board several hundred people waiting until 12:30 in the morning to hear the fate of our former high school principal, Todd Music. As time passed, I asked other people why the R.U.L.H. school board has these lengthy sessions midway through the meetings. It seems most people believe the school board does this on purpose to thin out the crowd in order to reduce

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“There is still time for President Obama to keep his promise to the people of Southern Ohio, but he needs to do it soon. This isn’t just about the nearly 4,000 jobs that could be created in Ohio or the hundreds that might be lost as a result of Friday’s announcement by USEC, it’s also a matter of national secu-

um needed to supply tritium, which is a key component of our nuclear arsenal and must be replenished regularly. “USEC is the only American company that enriches uranium. As a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, I cringe at the notion that we might end up dependent on some other

JEAN SCHMIDT rity. “The American Centrifuge Plant would provide the urani-

country to supply us. It could handcuff our foreign policy, weaken our military posture, and put at risk American business interests worldwide. “As commander in chief of the U.S. armed forces, the president needs to make sure a conditional loan guarantee comes to fruition.”

Readers says send better leaders to DC Dear Editor, If I were to hold forth the idea that extraterrestrial beings were somehow taking over the minds of those in the halls of power located in Washington, D.C., someone would naturally assume that I was a brick short of a load or a fry short of a Happy Meal ... and rightfully so. And, yet, I’ve got to admit ... something ain’t exactly kosher with these numbskulls! It gets a bit scary at times to think about who, or what, we’ve put in charge of running

the asylum. We elect people in good faith only to have them get weird on us and begin acting in a manner that blows the very idea of common sense out of the water. Yeah, sure, we’re all human and prone to lapses in judgement ... but to what extent do these lapses occur?! It’s bad enough these ding dongs can’t curb spending and balance a budget ... by itself this ought to be grounds for being dismissed from office. But sending pictures of their

R’ ville Carnival

Local DAR honors past regent with service

Dear Editor, Russellville's Fall Carnival was a huge success! We would like to thank the following: Volunteers/Parents/Staff, Meeker Funeral Home, Russellville Dairy Bar, Eastern's Photography Class, West Union Bible Baptist, Market Day, Georgetown Office Supply, Sandra Best, MEM Auto Sales, Tastefully Simple, Scentsy, Connie's Hair Salon, Bob Ruggles (auctioneer), Rau Dairy Farm, Eastern FFA, Russellville and Sardina Knothole, Matt Taylor Pumpkin Patch, Colen and Alex Graves (Balloonists), Main Street Cafe (Newtown, Oh), WalMart, Renee Huff, 5/3 Bank. Amy Rau Eastern Jr. High School

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A Memorial Planting and Service took place on October 7, at 12:30 a.m., in the garden of St. Michael's Church, Ripley. This was a planting in remembrance of Taliaferro Chapter, NSDAR, deceased Regent, Margaret Pollard of Ripley. The memorial ceremony was conducted by the present regent, Jessica Little, and vice regent, Diana J. Schwartz. Members of the chapter gathered along with Margaret's husband, Larry Pollard and daughter, Beth Meese, both of Ripley. Chapter member, Nancy Dick, hosted a luncheon in her home after the ceremony for all in attendance. Eight chapter members attended the Southwest District Four Meeting in Russellville on October 8. Lt. Byrd, Ripley chapter, hosted the meeting. Chapters in Attendance were Lt. Byrd, Sycamore, Taliaferro, and Waw-Wil-A-Way. On October 25, from 2 - 4 p,m, the Taliaferro Chapter will sponsor a bingo for veterans at the Ohio Valley Veterans home, Georgetown. Martha Perry, Volunteer

private parts by cell phone and going out of their way to have affairs and father illegitimate kids ... good Lord, have mercy! I thought the Kennedy’s were bad enough ... thank God J.F.K. didn’t have a cell phone. It’s such a sad commentary on us as a nation, that we elect people to office that aren’t worth dog spit ... and then reelect the same ones so very often. For pity’s sake, maybe we’ve all been taken over by some malevolent extraterrestrial force that has bent our minds

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to do it’s bidding ... that’s why we keep doing the same things over and over and over ... and always expect different results. Human fallibility is one thing ... just plain stupid is another thing altogether ... and then there’s the problem of getting those alien micro-chips removed from the back of our brains ... ouch!!! (I’ll take a picture of mine with my cell phone and send it to everyone). Rev. Sam Talley

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$200 million in its Ohio wireless and wireline networks in the first half of 2011. To-date in 2011 in Ohio, AT&T has added more than 50 new cell sites to improve network coverage, upgraded over 130 existing cell sites to provide faster mobile broadband speeds, and added capacity or an extra layer of frequency – which is like adding lanes to a highway – to more than 360 cell sites. “Our goal is for our customers to have an extraordinary experience. As part of the southern Ohio community, we’re always looking for new opportunities to provide enhanced coverage, and our investment in the local wireless network is just one way we’re accomplishing that," said Larry Evans, vice president and general manager, AT&T Ohio and Western Pennsylvania. “In addition, our recently announced agreement to

to see Ohio as a place where they can succeed. We've still got a ways to go, however. Part of getting Ohio back on track is helping local governments rein-in spending to fair and affordable levels. Your YES vote on State Issue 2 this fall will send a message that we mean business. Before you vote, please take a few minutes to visit www.BetterOhio.org to learn the facts about how Issue 2 will move Ohio forward and then share this email with your friends and family so they have the facts also. Thanks for all that you’re doing to help fix Ohio. John Kasich Governor of Ohio

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left to right. Jessica Little, Regent, Nancy Dick, Diana Schwartz, Vice Regent, Martha Perry, Past Regent.

Chairman, is in charge of the event. Chapter members donate prizes for the bingo. Taliaferro Chapter members will hold their next meeting on Saturday, December 10, beginning at 11:30 a.m., in the Bailey Bed and Breakfast House, North Water Street, Georgetown. A noon luncheon will be held under the direction of Susan McKiney. Guest speaker will be Gina Spiller, RN - Director of

Health Department. Her talk will be on 'Women's Health Concerns". At this meeting, members will be bringing Christmas gift items for veterans in the local home. A special project called, "Tees Please", white tee shirts and socks for veterans at Christmas, is another volunteer program sponsored by the Ohio NSDAR Society. Chapters through out the State of Ohio will be involved.

AT&T expands mobile broadband coverage in Adams, Brown and Highland counties WEST UNION, Ohio, October 7, 2011 — As part of its continuing network investment to support growing demand for advanced mobile devices and applications, AT&T* today announced the activation of five new mobile broadband cell sites in Manchester, Peebles, Sardinia and West Union that will enhance coverage for area residents and businesses. With mobile broadband speeds, AT&T customers can surf the Web, download files faster, and enjoy the very latest interactive mobile applications. “For Ohio to keep and create jobs, our businesses and consumers need access to the latest technologies. The announcement that AT&T’s mobile broadband network is coming to the area is great news for our economic future,” said State Representative Danny Bubp. “Furthermore, I am encouraged about AT&T’s plans to merge with T-Mobile as this merger will increase mobile broadband opportunities in the rural areas in southern Ohio, which will help our businesses and consumers from an educational and economic perspective.” The new cell sites are one part of AT&T’s ongoing efforts to drive investment and innovation to deliver the nation’s best, most advanced mobile broadband experience for customers. With the nation’s fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T provides accelerated mobile data speeds and simultaneous voice and data capabilities. AT&T invested more than

Recently, President Obama and top Democrats have called for tax increases to help pay down the $1.3 trillion deficit that they've racked up from their out-of-control spending. Raising taxes is not the answer! In Ohio, we faced an historic $8 billion shortfall but we erased it by being responsible with spending and by reforming programs to work better and provide better value to taxpayers. And we cut taxes at the same time. As a result, we're beginning to turn Ohio around. Our credit outlook has improved and job creators are beginning

acquire T-Mobile USA will strengthen and expand our network in southern Ohio and northern Kentucky,” said Tom Pelto, president, AT&T Ohio. “If approved, this deal means that we’ll be able to expand the next generation of mobile broadband – 4G LTE – from our current plan of 80 percent of the U.S. population to more than 97 percent.” AT&T’s mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the broadest international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, providing access to voice service in more than 220 countries and data service in more than 200 countries. AT&T also offers voice and data roaming coverage on more than 135 major cruise ships, as well as mobile

broadband services in more than 130 countries. AT&T also operates the nation’s largest Wi-Fi network** with nearly 27,000 hotspots in the U.S. and provides access to nearly 190,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our entire national Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn’t count against customers’ monthly wireless data plans. For more information about AT&T’s coverage in southern Ohio or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit the AT&T Coverage Viewer. Using the online tool, AT&T customers can measure coverage quality of coverage from a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark. For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit the AT&T network news page.

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2:00 for a day of blanket making for Project Linus. Project Linus is a volunteer organization which contributes new handmade blankets to provide comfort and security to seriously ill and traumatized children.

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Pictured here is 4-H member Alexa Swayne and her mother Sharon Swayne working on a Project Linus blanket during Adams County 4-H Day of Service. The Swaynes are from Peebles, OH.

October 21st & 22nd 2011 (8pm-1am)

Requirements for blankets are simple: all blankets must be new, handmade, and washable. They may be crocheted, fringed, knitted, sewn, tied, or quilted. Our website, www.projectlinus.org offers free patterns and links to other sites supporting Project Linus. Please bring a sack lunch and drink as well as supplies for the type of blanket you will be making such as yarn, knitting needles, crochet hooks, sewing machine, or whatever it is you use. Minimal supplies will be offered such as yarn and fabric for afghans and quilts. No baby-sitting will be provided. We will also be accepting donations of blankets you may already have finished or if you are cleaning out your stash, we would love to be the recipient of any new, kidfriendly pieces of flannel, fleece, cotton, yarns, quilt batting. Gift cards to either Hobby Lobby or JoAnn Fabrics, and monetary donations are greatly appreciated. If you would be interested in making a blanket to comfort a child please contact

Three Adams County 4-H members join forces to work on a Project Linus blanket during Adams County 4-H Day of Service. Members completed and delivered 12 blankets that will be distributed to hospitals in Adams, Brown, and Highland Counties when requested.

Chapter Coordinator Elaine McCormick at projectlinusoh@gmail.com or Carol Chambers Assistant at 937-

927-5455 (email at craftylady4873@att.net) for more information. The Fayette County

Chapter services Adams, Brown, Fayette, and Highland Counties.

at 590 Oakleaf Rd. Mt. Orab, Ohio

Take care when evaluating the quality of winter hay

take 32 East past Mt.Orab exit to left on Sicily Rd, where Sicily branches turn right on Ellis,take that all the way to stop sign. Turn left. Go past 5 houses on left past woodline close to road,when you get through that clearing, we are the first house on left, (shed on left side of house, two story home).

Admission Will Be 2 Breakfast Items Per Person All Donations Will Benefit the Mt.Orab Food Pantry Thanks for Your Support of Our Community!

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Walnuts Are Plentiful Some of the trees that we depend on for different things may not be loaded, like apples, but walnut trees are loaded. I might be a little late saying they are loaded, as many have already fallen. I was going through a gate a week or so ago, and while opening the gate a walnut fell and hit me in the head. Yeah, that’s what is wrong with me. The walnuts do offer an opportunity to make some extra money. Walnuts can be gathered and sold for a pretty good price. One location that I am aware of that is currently buying walnuts is the Seaman Farm, Garden and Pet Center located on SR 247 near the Railroad tracks near the center of Seaman. The phone number is (937) 3862134. They plan to buy walnuts until October 28th. The price for walnuts is 11 cents per pound, or $11 per hundred after they are hulled. They will hull them at the buying station. Call for more information. Getting Ready for Winter Feeding Last week I discussed the fact that we were not far from a killing frost and how that can make some forages dangerous. Some become toxic and some can cause bloat. Another thing we need to be planning for with the end of the growing season is winter feeding. I have discussed several times this year about the fact that most of the first cutting of hay made in this area was poor quality in 2011,

Thank You! for purchasing my 2011 Grand Champion Market Barrow and for supporting the Brown County Junior Fair Sale

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The Brown County Press Carrington Farm Supply Jack Crout Armstrong Crop Insurance Feesburg Fertilizer Wisby Farms Paul Hall and Associates Ralph Barber Latham Farms Bolender Farms Colonial Post & Fence John Wood Insurance Merchants National Bank Kroger - Mt. Orab

Brown County Farm Bureau Daryll Gray for Brown County Commissioner Wrights Country Store Rick Eagan Brown County Commissioner

Thank You, Morgan Fischer

DAVID DUGAN according to the test results that OSU Extension Educators have seen on hay that has been sent to a lab. The hay that I have seen appears to have good color and it would lead you to think that the quality is pretty good. Appearances and can be misleading. To be on the safe side you may want to collect some samples and send them for analysis. The cost varies based on what you want to know. You can find out a lot of information for less than $50. That compares to the cost of very little high quality hay in a normal year. Once you get the results back from such a test, then what? The Beef Blog that I forward every weekday had a good article in it from Mississippi State on Monday. The factsheet is pretty long and can be accessed online at: http://msucares.com/pubs/pu blications/p2528.pdf If you do not have access to the internet, stop by your local OSU Extension Office and we can print a copy of this material for you. The information discusses the nutritional needs of beef cattle. It explains the difference in the needs of cows that are lactating or dry. It also discusses the needs based on the size of the cows and the quality of the hay. The poorer quality hay normally would have much more fiber, so they

cannot consume as much, thus they may not be meeting the nutrient need. This can result in cows that are not able to maintain their body weight, produce smaller calves at weaning due to less and poorer quality milk, sick calves due to poorer colostrum for new born calves, weaker and smaller calves at birth, and the list goes on and on. Bottom line, the lab fee is not much money when you compare it to the damage that can be caused by not meeting your cow’s nutritional needs. A really cold and/or wet winter and spring can make the needs even greater. The above factsheet covers all of this. Dealing with weak and sick calves in muddy cold conditions is no fun. Losing calves will be more costly than finding out what the quality of your hay is and taking steps to supplement the diet of the cows so they produce healthy calves. The difference in profit might fool you in the long run, but the stress of dealing with sick calves will make you wish you had taken the steps to meet the nutritional needs of your cows. Even though it is getting kind of late, it is not too late to plant rye that will provide a lush grazing opportunity, away from the mud earlier than most any other forage next spring. Planting rye now can provide a good opportunity to graze as early as late March. Might be a much better place for calves to be born and get off to a good start than around round bale feeders in muddy conditions, too.

Dates to Remember Oct. 25 The first of four Master Gardener educational opportunity for anyone interested in gardening will be offered at the Southern State Community College in Fincastle at 6:00 p.m. This first class will include information about cleaning tools for the winter, composting and soil testing. The charge is free for Master Gardeners and only $5 for non-Master Gardeners. No pre-registration is required. The program is scheduled to last one and a half to two hours. The other 3 programs will be held in Jan. March and May. Watch for details including dates and topics.

Secretary of State Husted’s office to hold office hours in Sardinia

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SARDINIA– Secretary of State Jon Husted’s regional liaison will be holding open

office hours Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at the Sardinia Public Library. The goal of

Jack Crout for purchasing my Market Barrow at the 2011 Brown County Fair. Tyler Fischer

open office hours is to give local citizens an opportunity to learn more about and stay connected with the Secretary of State’s office in an informal and accessible setting. In addition to making voter registration forms and election information available, regional representatives will be on hand to answer questions and distribute materials to those interested in learning more about the other functions of the office such as the business services division and new initiatives including the Ohio Business Profile and Military Ready-to-Vote program. This meeting is one of many the Ohio Secretary of State’s regional field staff will be hosting across the state as a way to provide Ohioans with resources and information on all issues and matters related to the responsibilities and operations of the office of Secretary of State. Keith Corman, Regional Liaison to Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted for Open office hours at Sardinia Public Library, 13309 Purdy Road,Sardinia, Ohio, Tuesday, October 25, 2011 from 1:00—4:00 p.m.

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Imogene Covert, 69

Betty E. Hampton, 77

Don List, 70

Sheila Darlene Stephens, 60

Imogene Covert, 69, of Hillsboro, Ohio, passed away Thursday, October 6, 2011. Imogene is survived by one brother, Harold Covert of Midland, TX, and two sisters, Naomi Covert of Chicago and Mary Williams of Georgetown, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Esther (Tegarden) Covert. Services were held Monday, October 10, 2011 at the Moores Chapel in Blue Creek. The Meeker Funeral Home, Russellville, Ohio, served the family.

Betty E. Hampton, 77, of Mt. Orab, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, October 5, 2011. Betty was the wife of the late Donald Hampton, mother of Jeffrey Ray Hampton, Ronald Lee Hampton, Janis Faye Carson, and the late Kurt Douglas Hampton, mother in law of Christina Brewer, grandmother of Ronald Hampton Jr., James Carson III, Heather Carson, Kurt Douglas Hampton, Jr., Melissa Smith, William Joseph Smith, and 8 great grandchildren, sister of Ethel Claypool. Services were held Saturday, October 8, 2011. Interment was at Rosehill Cemetery in Feesburg The E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, Bethel, Ohio, served the family.

Don List, “Leo” to many, died Thursday, September 22, 2011, at University Hospital, Cincinnati, Ohio. Don was born to Edna and Leo List on April 2, 1941. Don graduated from Georgetown High School, served in the U.S. Army in Germany, and retired from General Telephone Company where he was a cable splicer. He also worked with his dad and learned the tinsmith trade. He leaves behind his spouse, Julie Weber List, Leadville, CO; two sisters, Frances Fritz, Xenia, and Nancy (Jerry) Sanders, Russellville; stepchildren, Dawn Smeltzer, Leadville, CO, Mia Carcon, Makhwao, Hawaii, and Sean Martin, Oxford; step grandchildren, Tony, Chris, Colton, Samantha, and Elizabeth; nieces and nephews; and two special friends, Beth McKenzie and Jamie Watters. Sisters, Mary Ellen Edenfield and Arlene Chesser, preceded him in death. Internment was at Confidence Cemetery. A memorial reception will be held at the American Legion Post 180, Georgetown, Ohio, on October 22 from 5:00 8:00 p.m. Donations can be made to the Brown County Public Library.

Sheila Darlene Stephens, 60, Bethel, Ohio, died Sunday, October 9, 2011. Sheila was a waitress at Ruby Lynn’s Hideaway. She is survived by daughter, Tuesday Norris; sons, Adam Stephens, and Rick (Angel) Stephens; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leon and Betty Jean (McClure) Pearman. The Egbert Funeral Home, served the family.

Mae Avenell (Cooper) Gaskill, 82 Mae Avenell (Cooper) Gaskill, 82, of Lima, formerly of Blue Creek, died Sunday, October 9, 2011. She was a member of the Bluelick Bible Church. Mae is survived by husband, Frank Gaskill; son, Harry C. Crisp of Lima; two daughters, Sharon (Bruce) Johnson of Montgomery, TX, and Rita (Steven) Williams of Clarksville, TN; 11 grandchildren: Stephen Liming, Christopher Liming, Daniel Johnson, William Poston, Yvonne Poston, Jeffrey Poston, Tonya (David) Scharff, Sonya Williams, Deanna (Chad) Ashbaugh, Patty (Brian) Heaton, and Brandon Crisp; 25 great grandchildren; and five greatgreat grandchildren. She was preceded in death by parents, Jonas and Emma (Mays) Cooper. Services were held Saturday, October 15, 2011 at Sunshine Ridge Independent Holiness Church in Jefferson Township. Pastor John Rideout officiated. Interment was at the Sunshine Ridge Cemetery in Green Township. The Lafferty Funeral Home, Inc., West Union, served the family.

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James K. Hackworth, 85 James K. Hackworth, 85, of Jefferson Township in Adams County, Ohio, died Wednesday, October 5, 2011. He retired as owner and operator of the former Hackworth Sawmill and Lumber Company of Blue Creek for over 50 years. He was a lifetime farmer. He was a 1943 graduate of the former Jefferson High School in Blue Creek. He was a member of the former Jefferson Township local school board for 14 years. He was a board member of Mt. Hope Bible Camp in Scioto County for 20 years. He was Vice President of the Northwest Regional Water District Board of McDermott. He received an honorary chapter farmer degree from the West Union FFA. He was a Deacon and Sunday School Superintendent for many years; and was a member, active leader, and Sunday school teacher at East Fork (Stouts Run) Church in Squirreltown in Green Township. James is survived by wife, Betty Jo (Martin) Hackworth of Jefferson Township; two sons, William Hackworth of Petersburg, Virginia, and Thomas Hackworth of Blue Creek; one sister, Mary Lou Bobst of Lucasville; four grandchildren: Melanie Hackworth of Richmond, Virginia, Amber (Josh) Taylor of Blue Creek, Matthew Hackworth of North Brunswick, New Jersey, and J.T. (Misty) Hackworth of West Union; two great grandsons, Noah Hackworth of New Jersey, and Brady Hackworth of West Union; several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by parents, R. B. and Effie (Goble) Hackworth; brothers, William, Paul, and Charles Hackworth. Services were held on Saturday, October 8, 2011. Pastor Mike Bender and Pastor Billy Newton officiated. Interment was at West Union Cemetery. The Lafferty Funeral Home, Inc., West Union, served the family.

Donna Joan Hawkins, 76 Donna Joan Hawkins, 76, of Georgetown, Ohio died Thursday, October 6, 2011. She was the secretary for the Georgetown Junior Senior High School since 1973, a scorekeeper and head of ticket sales for sporting events, a citizen inductee of the Georgetown High School Athletic Hall of Fame, an honorary member of the Georgetown High School FFA Chapter, a skilled marksman and a friendly face to many at the Georgetown Schools. Donna was born March 6, 1935 in Georgetown, Ohio the daughter of the late Edwin and Dorothy (Groppenbacher) Stansberry. Mrs. Hawkins is survived by her husband of forty-eight years, Vern Hawkins who she married August 17, 1963; two daughters – Christy Lucas and husband Lee of Georgetown, Ohio and Tracy Hawkins Hines and husband Clint of Amelia, Ohio, three grandsons – Logan, Layne and Landen Lucas all of Georgetown, Ohio, one brother – Daryl Stansberry and wife Jane of Georgetown, Ohio and two nieces and two nephews. Funeral services were held Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at Georgetown Church of Christ. Interment followed at the Confidence Cemetery in Georgetown, Ohio. Cahall Funeral Home, Georgetown, Ohio, served the family.

Taylor Rae Neal, Infant Taylor daughter Whitney Neal of

Rae Neal, infant of Steven R. and N. (Leimberger) Hamersville, Ohio died Tuesday, October 4, 2011 at her home. She was born September 30, 2011 in Cincinnati, Ohio. In addition to her parents, Taylor is survived by one sister – Kentley Nicole Neal; paternal grandparents – Barney and Lisa Neal of Hamersville, Ohio; maternal grandparents – Bobbi and Tracy Leimberger of Mt.Orab, Ohio; paternal great grandparents – Harmon and Velva Neal and Bob and Joy Wilson all of Hamersville, Ohio; maternal great grandparents – Kenny and Linda Leimberger of Mt.Orab, Ohio, James Jimison of Sardinia, Ohio and Shirley Edmisten of Russellville, Ohio and six aunts and uncles – Greg and Amanda Neal of Felicity, Ohio, Brandi and Bradley Johnson and Ryan and Tosha Leimberger all of Mt.Orab, Ohio. Services were held Friday, October 7, 2011. Rev. Frank Keeton officiated. Interment was in the New Harmony Cemetery near Mt.Orab, Ohio. The Cahall Funeral Home, Georgetown, Ohio, served the family.

Melissa Victoria Miller (nee Sizemore), 36 Melissa Victoria Miller (nee Sizemore), 36, of Georgetown, Ohio, died Saturday, October 8, 2011. She worked as a delivery driver for Dominos Pizza. Melissa is survived by Husband, Ben Miller of Georgetown; Daughter, Haley Marie Miller; Son, Thomas James Miller; Step-Son, Benjamin Miller; Brothers, James Elmer Sizemore, Jr., Kevin Ray Sizemore, Johnny William Cox; Sisters, Melinda Sizemore Tucker, Teresa Grace Cox Meadors; Maternal Grandfather, Ralph Roy Newland Aunts & Uncles, Nellie Norma Jean Sizemore and husband Doug Green, Connie Newland, Jerry Newland, Sonny Pence; Sister-in-Law, Lisa Riley Sizemore; Several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by Parents, James Elmer and Cathy Mae Pence Newland Cox Sizemore; Maternal Grandmother, Marjorie Musser Pence Newland; Paternal Grandparents, Elmer and Grace Engle Baker Sizemore; Aunts & Uncles, Harmon Sizemore, Scottie Belle Pence Shelton, Geneva Ruth Pence; Brother-in-Law, Dave Tucker; Nephew, Oliver Ray Sizemore. Services were held Thursday, October 13, 2011. Pastor John Neal officiated. Interment was at the Mt. Orab Cemetery. The Egbert Funeral Home, served the family.

Dorothy Mahala (Parks) Volk, 74 Dorothy Mahala (Parks) Volk, 74, died Saturday, October 8, 2011. She was a security guard for the Ohio Board of Mental Health in Columbus for four years. She was a former caregiver in Columbus and Adams County for ten years. She attended the West Union Church of the Nazarene. Dorothy is survived by sons, Christopher Volk of White Oak, John Volk of Tiffin Township, Robert Volk of Columbus; daughter, Reverend Tammy Baldwin of Tiffin Township; sister, Margaret Salsbury of Columbus; 17 grandchildren; two step grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel and Mary Parks; four brothers; and three sisters. Services were held Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at Moore’s Chapel Methodist Church in Blue Creek; Pastor Dave Hopkins officiated. Internment was at Moore’s Chapel Cemetery in Blue Creek. The Lafferty Funeral Home, Inc., West Union, served the family.

The Early Head Start Program will be conducting a car seat check on Thursday, October 20th, 2011 from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the Pamida Parking Lot. (If it rains, we will have the Safety Seat Check Up day on October 27th from 10:00am12:00pm in the Pamida Parking Lot). Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be on site to check your child’s car seat or booster seat for proper installation and safety issues. Motor vehicle injuries are the leading cause of death among children in the U.S. But many deaths can be prevented. Placing children in age and size appropriate car seats and booster seats reduces serious and fatal injuries by more than half. Beginning April 6th, 2009, the State of Ohio is requiring all children ages 4 to 8 years of age or shorter than 4 foot 9 inches to be in a federally approved booster seat. Ohio is the 44th state to enact a booster seat law. Fines will be issued to those motorists in violation of this new law. If you have any questions related to child passenger safety, stop in during the event and talk with our technicians, or call 1-877-582-2140. When properly used, car seat and booster seat usage saves lives.

Free Community Meal at Mt. Nebo United Methodist Church Saturday, October 15 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM Come join us for Soup, Sandwiches, and more! Sponsored by Mt. Nebo United Methodist Youth 11693 State Route 774 Bethel, Ohio 45106

Craft Show set at Rambler Center in Russellville The 6th annual Rambler Center Craft Show and Sale is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. The Rambler Center is the Old Russellville School. Spaces for the event are limited but we still have a few openings left. For more information or to make a reservation please call Mary Kelch at (513) 734-2501 or (513) 5433137. Breakfast and lunch will be served by The Russellville Community Action Planners. This is always a big event and is always well attended.

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There are three things which have caught my attention lately. The first one is that the nation of Israel has discovered in the Mediterranean Sea what could be the largest deposit of natural gas in the world. The second thing is that a Christian group which has been consistently drilling for oil in Israel have said that they have discovered oil deposits which may well give Israel more oil than Saudi Arabia. The third thing is that the United States has just recently given Israel some bunker busters for defense against the possible nuclear facility in Iran. I think these things are very interesting, timely, and prophetic. In Matthew 23: 37-38 Jesus said: “O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the prophets, and stonest them which are sent unto thee, how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, and ye would not! Behold, your house is left unto you desolate.” The house mentioned here was the temple. He was telling them that at one time it was God’s house but now it was simply their house. God has forsaken it. In verse 2 of chapter 24 He said: “...See ye all these things? verily I say unto you, There shall not be left here one stone upon another, that shall not be thrown down.” He was showing them all the buildings of the temple and telling them what was going to happen to them. That prophecy came to pass in 70 A.D. In verse 3 of chapter 24 it states: “And as he sat upon the mount of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be? and what shall be the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world?” They asked three questions. The first being: when shall these things be? That question was concerning the temple being torn apart. As I said that was fulfilled in 70 A.D. by the Romans under Titus. The answers to the other two questions are still pending. Jesus told them: “...Take heed that no man deceive you. For many shall come in thy name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many. And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet. For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom: and there shall be famines, and pestilences, and

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DR. CHARLES SMITH MT. ORAB BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH www.bbcmtorab.com earthquakes, in divers places.” Now we have seen some recent giant earthquakes! One caused waves to cross the ocean all the way from Japan to California. I have never seen anything like that in my lifetime. We are seeing multiple large earthquakes happening all over the world. Fortunately God has been very merciful to this country and we have not had the loss of life as in other countries. Amen? But listen, I do believe that God has been giving this country a wake up call and we are not listening! We need to get back to the one true God and get right with Him! Verse 44 tells us: “Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh.” Just about the time you think that He isn’t coming, He will! Are you ready? Now back in verse 7: “...and there shall be famines...” There was a time that we had so much surplus of wheat that we were dumping it into the ocean. We do not have that kind of surplus anymore. This year is the first year in the history of the world that the population has ever reached 7 billion people! In 1830 it was 1 billion. In 1930 if was 2 billion. It took 100 years to double. Now just 81 years later it has reached 7 billion! Someone has projected that in the next 20 years the population could reach 14 billion. My question is: will we be able to grow enough food to go around? And not only that, think about this. There are people today advocating that we don’t eat meat; however, under the antichrist it will become a law that we can not eat meat! This is found in I Timothy 4:3: “Forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from meats, which God hath created to be received with thanksgiving of them which believe and know the truth.” Well, once more I am out of space. I will continue with this next week.

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Jennifer Cahall celebrates her 60th Birthday The Brown County Press would like to wish Jennifer a happy birthday!

Civil war home front Parker Forum topic Kelly Selby, assistant professor of history at Walsh University, North Canton, Ohio will deliver the second presentation of the Parker Forum, Ohio and the Civil War Home Front, on Sunday, 3 P.M, at Red Oak Presbyterian Church, 5457 Cemetery Road, Ripley. Civil War era music, Let Freedom Sing!, will be provided by the RULH Middle School choir under the direction of Michele VanSickle. This program, free and open to the public, is sponsored by the John P. Parker Historical Society with funding in part by a grant from

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Army National Guard Member Patricia B. Haskell has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics. Haskell is the son of Pamela and David Haskell of Brunswick Drive, Fayetteville. He is a 2011 graduate of Fayetteville Perry High School.

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Lacy Dumford celebrates 99th birthday Lacy Dumford, of Mt. Orab, celebrated her 99th birthday on September 29, 2011. Many, many friends and neighbors sent cards and stopped by to see her. Happy Birthday Lacy! The Brown County Press would like to congratulate Lacy on her 99th birthday!

Constitutional Day & Technology at Hamersville School Hamersville 6th graders celebrated Constitution Day by studying the painting “Scene at the Signing of the Constitution of the United States” by Howard Chandler Christy. The interactive version of the painting was created through the Teaching American History grant at Ashland University. It allows students to interactively engage with the painting through linked items about the creating of our U.S. Constitution. The students began the lesson by viewing the painting displayed on the whiteboard in pairs recording details observed. The class also viewed a video clip about the Constitutional Convention’s delegates and listened to the speech Benjamin Franklin gave in defense of the new document. Each student then

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used a netbook to learn about the delegates. They were able to click on delegates in the

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plus a personal biography. The students recorded the information along with if each delegate was a slave owner, served in the military, and if they were a natural born citizen or immigrant. Using additional links, the students learned about the daily attendance during the Constitutional Convention, compared ages, education, state participation, Continental experience, and viewed an interactive map of Philadelphia. For the final activity, the students read and discussed Gordon Lloyd’s thoughts on Christy’s painting. A writing assignment followed asking each student to explain what they had learned about the delegates at the Constitutional Convention.

In September, First Graders at Hamersville Elementary studied how schools today are different from schools long ago. To help students get a better understanding, Mrs. Henson spoke to first graders about what school was like when she was a girl. She shared stories and explained what her classroom looked liked. When she was finished she answered questions. We want to thank Mrs. Henson for sharing her experiences with the students. Submitted Photo

Hamersville kids read to parents Georgetown FFA officers go canoeing Morgan’s canoeing and outdoor recreation. On the river officers got involved in the nature and got to see forms of wildlife. The officers who participated are Caty Fussnecker

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September 23rd Mrs. Rankin's second graders at Hamersville School presented a patriotic Reader's Theatre for their families. The program began with a welcome, and the Pledge of Allegiance. One student read a paragraph about our nation's motto, In God We Trust, stated that it is written on all our money, and that it was adopted by Congress in 1956. Another student read a paragraph about our state's motto, With God All Things Are Possible, which was adopted by the General Assembly in 1959. Next students recited the fifty states and their capitals. As a choral reading students read several patriotic poems about important people and events in history, and a poem about our flag. At the conclusion, Mrs. Rankin's second graders sang "My Country 'Tis of Thee." The presentation was enjoyed by all.

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The second grades at Sardinia Elementary have enjoyed learning this year in their jungle themed classrooms and hallway. Each week they have a "Jungle Very Important Person" from each class. Classmates write stories about the V.I.P. to display in the hallway. In the picture are the September V.I.P. students. Front row (L-R): Nathan Smith, Kelsey Frost, Kayleigh Clark, Lois Dapper Back row (L-R): Steven Mingua, Taylor Schumacher, Alec Fields, Megan Baker

On Friday, October 21st plan to attend the Fall Carnival at Georgetown Elementary School sponsored by the PTO. There will be festivities that include games and food, as well as contests for the best Halloween costumes and decorated pumpkins. All proceeds will benefit the elementary school students. The carnival will run from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. Come join us for a night of fun for the entire family.

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As members of the 2012 Ripley Village Bicentennial Committee continue to hold meetings, all the pieces of the events of the celebration are gradually falling into place. Bicentennial Committee coordinator Betty Campbell appeared before Ripley Council on October 11 to update them on the progress the committee has made so far, for the August 3,4 and 5, 2012 celebration. “We’ve been holding committee meetings every month and right now we have another committee working on fundraisers to help pay for the celebration,” Campbell began. “This Sunday, October 16, we’ve planned an historic house walk. It’s not a house tour inside the homes but a look at the houses and their history that are located on Front Street.” Campbell explained that guides, or interpreters, dressed in costumes of the early period of the village history will be leading the tours around town. She said the guides will talk about the different architectural designs of the old buildings as well as a little of their history. One home was built by a property owner who never occupied it. The guide will explain why. “People are going to hear some very interesting stories,” Campbell said. “Tickets for the tours are $8, and $15 for couples. The tours will begin at 16 Front Street. Following the tours participants will be escorted to the John Parker House for a short presenta-

tion.” Campbell said these fundraisers are very important to the village to help pay for all the events of the 2012 Bicentennial Celebration. Other events mentioned by Campbell include: • especially for the young people, a sports weekend to be held on Saturday and Sunday, July 28 and 29, featuring a run/walk, 3 on 3 basketball tournament and old fashioned children’s games; • a real baseball game operated under the 1880’s rules with a real game with the Ohio Historical Societies on Vintage Baseball Team competing against locals; • a golf scramble scheduled for Saturday, July 14, (rain date July 21); • Miss Ripley Bicentennial Contest, the winner will be crowned by the reigning 1962 Miss Ripley Sesquicentennial; • opening ceremony to be held at one of the large churches in Ripley which will recognize the founder of the Village of Ripley, Colonel James Poague; • a community choir is forming in the village which will be performing at the celebration; • a huge Bicentennial Parade to be held on Saturday, August 4; • antique car show and a Saturday night outside dance. “We’re asking each of our businesses to decorate their windows for this special occasion,” Campbell added. “The closing events will be opening the time capsule and placing a new one in it’s place, down by Liberty Monument.” Campbell added that the

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The Truth Wears Off This week I’d like to try something a little different. I found an article in the New Yorker by Jonah Lehrer called “The Truth Wears Off”. I thought the article was very interesting and wanted to summarize it here, but if you find it as interesting as I did, I’d encourage you to Google the article and read it since I’ll only graze the surface. Imagine being a graduate student doing a series of experiments and discover a new phenomenon, you become an academic star and your paper is cited hundreds of times. Now imagine that when you try to replicate your experiments, the effect keeps getting smaller. This is the situation that has haunted Jonathan Schooler. Schooler was a graduate student at the University of Washington in the 1980s when he discovered a phenomenon he called verbal overshadowing. At the time it was believed that describing our memories helped improve them. In 1990 Schooler published a paper revealing his findings that people who were shown a face and then asked to describe that face were much less likely to recognize that same face when they saw it again later compared to people who just looked at the face. Schooler expanded his experimental model to things like solving a creative problem or remembering the taste of a wine, in each case, having the subjects talk about their perceptions, led to a decrease in performance. In 1995, Schooler replicated his study and the results shrank by 30 percent. A year later, his results shrank by another 30 percent. When other labs tried to replicate his experiments, they too got results that shrank over time. Hopefully some of you who have been faithful readers, are remembering that column about regression to the mean. Regression to the mean would explain why a group that showed extraordinary results would have more ordinary results in later tests. That was one of the ideas that Schooler had, but when he examined all the data, he found that his data sets were statistically solid. This decline effect is not just a problem that Schooler is facing. It turns up in all differ-

HEALTH MATTERS TOM CALLAHAN, RPH ent areas of research. For instance in the 1930s a researcher at Duke named Joseph Banks Rhine conducted studies on extrasensory perception or ESP. Rhine found one undergraduate student that showed an unbelievable ability to correctly guess the correct card. Rhine had written up his results for publication, but in subsequent testing that student was unable to duplicate his amazing abilities. Another study that is showing a decline effect is the study on the effectiveness of the newest antipsychotics. These newest antipsychotics are known as atypical antipsychotics and include brands such as Zyprexa, Abilify and Seroquel. A recent study of these drugs showed an effect that was only one half of what it was in the 1990’s when these drugs were first approved. What this means is, that although these newer drugs cost 10 to 20 times as much as older drugs like Thorazine or Haldol, they are no more effective. The newer atypical do have a more favorable side effect profile, but is that worth paying 20 dollars per day compared to 1 dollar per day? “The decline effect is troubling because it reminds us how difficult it is to prove anything,” Lehrer said. “We like to pretend that our experiments define the truth for us. But that’s often not the case. Just because an idea is true doesn’t mean it can be proved. And just because an idea can be proved doesn’t mean it’s true. When the experiments are done, we still have to choose what to believe.” If you have a question you’d like me to address, stop in and see me at Pamida pharmacy, call me at 378-6849, or send an email to PRXM093@Pamida.com. You can find archives of previous Health Matters at tomhealthmatters.blogspot.co m

committee is in need of input and fresh ideas, and would like to invite everyone to attend meetings held the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the library. In other business, Ripley Fire Chief Tony Pfeffer attended the meeting and introduced three new fire fighters to the board, who were recently hired. Pfeffer explained that the department likes to have 30 firefighters on its roster at all times if possible. He also explained step-by-step, his process of hiring new firefighters, weeding out the good from the bad. Following his explanation, Pfeffer took a few moments to express his surprise when he read about the accounts of the last council meeting held in September in regards to how the fire department finances are being handled. “My biggest concern about that article is the remarks that came out of that meeting about the department’s budget,” Pfeffer began. “First I’d like to say what great support we get from this community. I know how painful it is for residents to pay property taxes, I pay those same taxes. Yet they continue to support our levys and other things. And believe me, I appreciate everything they do for us. “I am very frugal with my spending. Here’s what happened in our budget. “I have been fire chief for this village for 13 years now, and I have never been over budget, not one time. Never! I save my money and then at the end of the year, everything

left over is put in, what you call ‘capital outlay.’ I call it my savings.”

enough to buy a new truck. That way the the tax payers wouldn’t be ask to pay for it.”

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Betty Campbell shows off a poster advertising the upcoming Historic Ripley House Walk scheduled for October 16, this Sunday. The walk is a fundraiser to raise money for the 2012 Ripley Bicentennial.

Pfeffer explained that he dumps everything back into capital outlays each year and it carries over. “I was just mandated by the Federal Communication System to replace every radio in every vehicle the department owns,” he said, “replacing perfectly good radios with new ones that can be narrow banded. All that cost me $24,000. I had the funds in my capital outlay account. “I was trying to save that money as long as I could so that in a few years down the road I would have saved up

Pfeffer went on the explain that the money that was appropriated within the fire departments budget at last month’s meeting was all taken from within his own budget, not from the village general fund. He promptly apologized to everyone for being late on turning in his bills, and that they had been temporarily misplaced under other papers. He said he apologized personally to fiscal officer, Lesley Myers. “I want everyone to know,” he continued, “I don’t spend

money. I save money. Of course I have some expenses that I have to pay like checks on our equipment, but I do not buy a lot of stuff.” He asked council to contact him personally and immediately if they have any questions or problems with the job he’s doing. Councilwoman Judy Brooks told Pfeffer that she thought it would be a good idea if the fire chief would come in and talk to council about what’s going on with his department. “It would be good if you could just touch base with us once in a while,” Brooks said. Pfeffer agreed that that would be a positive thing. “I just wanted to make it perfectly clear,” Pfeffer added, “I am not on a spending spree.” Brown County Commissioner Rick Eagan, reported to council that the Port Authority had ranked Ripley second instead of first to receive funds to purchase a 21.5 foot Lake Assault Fire Rescue Boat for 25 percent of its cost. Eagan expressed his disappointment with losing the funds. Chief Pfeffer later announced that his department would be receiving $10,000 from EMA funds towards the purchase of the narrow banding radios. Pfeffer said the funds would go directly into the capital outlays account. Council announced that ‘Trick or Treat’ night would be held from 6 to 7:30 in Ripley, on October 31, Halloween night.

Hunters Encouraged to Donate Venison in Southwest Ohio XENIA, OH - Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH), a ministry that provides nutritious venison to the hungry through food banks and local feeding programs has posted participating coordinators in Southwest Ohio. FHFH helps hunters return to their heritage as foodproviders by transforming deer - renewable resourcesinto meals for the hungry. Hunters in Southwest Ohio can contact the following coordinators to arrange deer donations: Auglaize, Butler, Clark, Clermont, Darke, Greene, Hamilton, Miami, Montgomery, Preble & Warren Counties: Coordinator: Donald Boling donfhfhoh-15@fuse.net 513-777-9525 home, cell 513300-9203 Co-Coordinator: Donald Distler, distler27@yahoo.com 513-403-7471 home Co-Coordinator: Tim Kern Jr., timkernjr@yahoo.com 513-737-7733 home Highland, Brown & Clinton Counties:

Coordinator: Barb Bauer, Barb-bauer1@hotmail.com 937-515-2221 cell Shelby County: Coordinator: Thomas Karn, tlkarn@yahoo.com, 937-4892279 home Participating butchers in Southwest Ohio include: Auglaize County – Walter and Sons, Inc. 808 N. Dixie Highway, Wapakoneta, OH 45895, 419738-9669 Brown County - Manning Packing Co. 100 College Ave., Sardinia, OH 45171, 937-446-3278 Butler County – Neanovers Deer Processing 7532 Cincinnati Brookville Rd., Okeana OH 45053, 513907-7367 Clark County - J and L Farm Butcher Shop 2342 South Union Rd., Medway, OH 45341, 937475-4584 Clark County – Copey’s Butcher Shop 10988 Gerlaugh Rd., Medway, OH 45341, 937849-1338 Clinton County - Coslafin Meat, Inc.

10475 St. Rt. 729 S, New Vienna, OH 45159, 937-9872744 Darke County – Houses Custom Butchering 6442 Beamsville Webster Rd., Versailles, OH 45380, 937-548-7543 Darke County – King and Sons Poultry Services 8091 Horatio-Harris Creek Rd., Bradford, OH 45308, 937-448-2448 Miami County – Happy Jacks Deer Processing 8678 East Walnut Grove Rd., New Carlisle, OH 45344, 937-445-1159 Montgomery County – Bussards Slaughter House 7593 Shimp Rd., Germantown, OH 45327, 937-855-3035 Shelby County - Davis Meats LTD 1243 Wapakoneta Ave., Sydney OH 45365, 937-4978866 Warren County- Davidson Meat Processing 6490 Corwin Avenue, Waynesville OH 45068, 513897-2971 Successful hunters donate deer to partnering butcher

shops that are licensed and inspected by the health department or USDA. Regional food banks as well as local feeding programs and ministries that feed the hungry pick up the packaged, frozen meat from the butcher shop. Local FHFH chapters raise money to cover the butchering costs so that hunters can donate their deer free of charge. FHFH then matches that amount with grant monies from Division of Wildlife. FHFH began in 1997 and blossomed from one Maryland County to over half of the states in the nation. Since its inception, FHFH has provided nutritious meat for millions of meals to the food banks and agencies that serve the poor across the country. FHFH is a 501(c)(3) organization. All contributions are taxdeductible as allowed by law. Anyone interested in becoming a local Ohio FHFH coordinator or a participating meat processor should visit the "Local FHFH" page at www.fhfh.org .

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Open Enrollment for Medicare Earlier this Year – Area Agency on Aging District 7 is Available for Assistance Are you a Medicare beneficiary? Are you aware that open enrollment for some Medicare benefits is earlier this year? Are you aware that the Area Agency on Aging District 7 (AAA7) is a local resource that is available to assist you with the open enrollment process? Open enrollment is the time of the year when changes can be made in the plans and providers you’ve chosen for your Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage, supplemental plan, and/or Medicare Advantage option. Changes this year can be made between October 15th and December 7th, 2011. During this time, Medicare beneficiaries who wish to choose a different provider or plan in order to better support their coverage can do so between this time period without penalty. If you are happy with your providers and plans, making a change is not necessary or required. The reason for the earlier

open enrollment date this year is to allow beneficiaries time to make changes and receive new cards before January 1, 2012. To be eligible for Medicare health insurance plans, you must be at least 65, or have certain disabilities, and be a US resident or legal citizen for at least five years. Original Medicare, sometimes referred to as Part A and Part B, helps with hospital, doctor and outpatient services. More than likely, a Medicare supplement is needed in order to cover the costs not covered by Part A and Part B. Medicare Advantage, or Part C, combines Part A and B in to one plan, while Medicare Part D covers prescription drug plans. During open enrollment, beneficiaries have the opportunity to make changes to these plans that provides better support for their health and wellbeing. It’s a time to change what doesn’t work and keep what does.

More information about Medicare plans and options is available at www.medicare.gov. Locally, the AAA7 is available as a resource to those in its ten-county district who would like assistance with Medicare or open enrollment. Counties covered by the AAA7 include Adams, Brown, Gallia, Highland, Jackson, Lawrence, Pike, Ross, Scioto and Vinton. For questions or assistance, call toll-free at 1-800-582-7277, extension 250. Your local Area Agency on Aging District 7, Inc. provides services on a non-discriminatory basis. These services are available to help older adults and those with disabilities live safely and independently in their own homes through services paid for by Medicare, Medicaid, other federal and state resources, as well as private pay. The AAA7’s Resource Center is also available to anyone in the community

looking for information or assistance with long-term care options. Available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am until 4:30 pm, the Resource Center is a valuable contact for learning more about options and what programs and services are available for assistance. Those interested in learning more can call toll-free at 1-800-582-7277 (TTY: 711). Here, individuals can speak directly with a nurse or social worker who will assist them with information surrounding the programs and services that are available to best serve their needs. The Agency also offers an in-home assessment at no cost for those who are interested in learning more. Information is also available on www.aaa7.org, or the Agency can be contacted through e-mail at info@aaa7.org. The Agency also has a Facebook page located at www.facebook.com/AreaAge ncyOnAgingDistrict7.

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******************** Over 2,500 voters are registered to vote for a new mayor in the Village of Georgetown. Two candidates have thrown their hats into the ring, incumbent Dale Cahall and newcomer, Dustin Puckett.

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Dale Cahall Cahall and his wife Barb have lived in Georgetown for over fifty years, as did their parents. The couple has two grown sons. “My wife Barb has worked as the clerk for the Village of Georgetown and was also the clerk/treasurer for Brown County Public Library,” Cahall said. “I have been the mayor for Georgetown for the past five years and served as a council member for three years prior to being elected Mayor. “Having served in these positions has allowed me to understand and grasp the full scope of our local government.” Cahall, a graduate of Miami University and local business owner for over 30 years, said he is well aware of the challenges facing business owners

Dustin Puckett Puckett and his wife Angel were both born in Brown County and together have five children. Two of their youngest sons attend Georgetown High School as well as Southern Hills Career and Technical Center. “My wife and I started our own business this year,” Puckett said. “We opened the Puckett’s Tire and Lube, located in Sardinia. Angel also works part-time at the Mt. Orab Kroger. “Many of our family members reside in Brown County,”

Puckett said. “I have been self employed for the majority of my career. We have had some hard times in the past but many good times as well. I am a very determined person once I set my mind to doing something.” Puckett feels he would be a good mayor for Georgetown because of that asset. “If elected mayor for Georgetown I would like to make some significant changes,” added Puckett. “ I believe that more businesses need to move to Georgetown instead of into other communities in the county. “I would also like to see that the police department in Georgetown to be more financially efficient and to insist that all town employees be more friendly and courteous to everyone.” Puckett added that the Village should become friendlier to the elderly. ******************** As many as 250 registered voters could cast their votes for one of two candidates for mayor in the Village of Fayetteville on November 8. The two candidates are incumbent Bernie Vilvins and newcomer, James Thery, Sr. Bernard ‘Bernie’ Vilvins Vilvins began serving as

council member in Fayetteville in 1992 and was elected mayor in 2000. “I was born and raised in Fayetteville,” Vilvins said. “I feel a strong community responsibility to serve the people of Fayetteville.” Vilvins is the father of three, Rachel, Dawn and Valerie and has four grandchildren, Eric, Emilee, Christopher and Brian Lee. He says he is blessed to have a good relationship with his former wife and says they are able to enjoy their family as a family. Vilvins graduated from Thomas More College in 1977 with a Bachelors Degree and has worked in the field of human services for over 35 years, currently as a juvenile probation officer. “When re-elected I will continue to serve our community with fairness and dedication to our residents,” Vilvins said, “I will continue to work with council by being a part of our Community Development group. “I will develop needed services, business and enhancement of our overall village image to our community.” James J. Thery, Sr. Thery has been a resident in Fayetteville since 1977. “I feel I have a lot of the

assets acquired in the building trade that could be a valuable tool for the community. “As mayor I would be dealing with clients and the general public to ensure that they are completely satisfied.” Thery said he is also skilled as a construction consultant, construction manager, foreman, supervisor and building superintendent. “Along with these qualifications,” Thery said, “I am an honest, trustworthy, dependable and fair man. My goals are to cooperate with everyone in the mayor’s office and stand behind their decisions.” He stated that some changes he would like to see in the Village of Fayetteville would be more and better sidewalks, repair streets or get new streets added to the village. “I would also like to see that storm sewers are repaired or replaced, and I’d like to promote the businesses that are in town,” Thery added. “I would like to research grant money and work hard to get them for the village. “I would like to see residents of the village get more involved with the decisions made in the town.” Thery said he is anxious to get into the office of mayor and make things happen.

Lots of weekend happenings on tap in Red Oak 4th Annual PowderPuff Wow what a week or should I say the weekend and all the activities leading up to the weekend. On a near full moon night with perfect weather abounding I witnessed a very beautiful bride marrying a very happy groom in a very nice wedding ceremony. Praise the Lord and many blessings to all. The next day, the Red Oak Presbyterian Church was honored to be the host, as they will be the next two Sundays at 3pm, as The John P. Parker Historical Society Commemorated the Sesquicentennial of the American Civil War. This was made possible in part by a grant from the Ohio Humanities Council. The comments brought forth this Sunday was very interesting but the ones that caught my attention were the facts that this anniversary of Civil War is not a celebration, because

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stated that the village will soon experience a downtown revitalization project from grant money in coordination with grant funds recently received by U.S. Grant Homestead. He added that upgrades are expected to the wastewater treatment facility and he hopes to see the usage of Community Reinvestment Areas in the community which would offer tax incentives to businesses and residents. Cahall concluded by saying he was proud of his efforts to fund more drug busts by the Georgetown Police Department and his work to keep the Brown County General Hospital, and the jobs that go with it, in Georgetown.

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time for the Red Oak Presbyterian Church. This Sunday the 16th, Dr. Kelly Selby, will be speaking on Ohio and the Civil War Home Front. The RULH Middle School choir will be bringing the music. Next Sunday Paul LaRue will be presenting his program "Lest We Forget: Ohio in Civil War Memory". Doug Green will be presenting the music.The public is invited. Happy birthday to my little Xavier who is the apple of his grandpa's eye, Bonnie Murphy, Gerald Brown, Henry Craycraft, Harriet Jackson Groh, James Hall, Gene West, Connar Benjamin, Michelle Dotson, Andrea Edminsten, Raygene "Reggie Taylor", Liberty Fowler, Paige Blevins, Judith M. Harp, Clinton Kessel, Margaret Krotchen, Rusty Snyder, Patty Pelletier McFerron, my mentor and one of the two most influential women of my entire life Laura Christine Gilliland on her 114 birthday, Eden Williams, Rachel Rau Wung, Greg Dyer, Matt Latham, Kira Watson Happy anniversary to Allen and Frances Jordon, Katie and Andy Kessel, Jeannie and Dennis Taylor Sweetest Day is this week October 15th. This Sunday is World Food Day, and Children's Sabbath. Speakers for the next four weeks are Ronnie Moffett, Jeff Campbell, Ronnie Moffett, Ken Spielvogel Sincere sympathy to Ralph Newland who lost his granddaughter in a traffic accident this week. Doing genealogy and family tree work is so very interesting. Just tonight I received a call about Elizabeth Gilliland and her parents. Elizabeth married Samuel Moore 12/3/1829. Her family was from Hanover, Beaver County, PA. She was the daughter of James and Geannie (Anderson) Gilliland, and his father

was Archibald Gilliland born 1744 and died 3/26/1778. Wonder how they decided to move from PA to this area? Well, as any girl invited to a wedding my desire was to look good. However, with me there has been a very huge major problem hindering my ever looking good. I have a problem that has severally affected who I am and who I turned out to be. Well, what is it you say? the problem is that I am a big girl with huge feetsize 12. Horror story after horror story could be told about how my big feet have affected my life. So, why am I telling this debilitating secret? Because in my search to be a decent looking guest at a wedding I happened into the Ripley Shoe Outlet. It was there that my heart broke as I learned that several RULH female students, that are still growing all ready wear a size 12 shoe. Oh my lands, if crying would help I would and could cry a river of tears for them. Bless their little hearts, bless them, bless them and their loved ones. What a terrible burden for a young lady to have to bear!!! Several years ago it was learned that a teacher/teachers at the middle school pooled their money at Christmas time and purchased items for financially handicapped children/families. Recently it was learned that this is also going on in the elementary school. Please I encourage you to save your daily change and help these teachers make a difference for the financially challenged students. A little generosity goes a long way!

Football Tournament The Georgetown High School Chapter of DECA is gearing up for their Fourth Annual PowderPuff Football Tournament. This event encourages healthy competition and camaraderie throughout the school and each grade level. The tournament will take place at the close of DECA Week on Friday, October 14, 2011 at the Brian Grant Stadium/Vern Hawkins Field. The first game begins at 4:00 PM with the freshmen girls versus junior girls and will be followed by the boys of the same grades. The next match up will be the sophomores versus the seniors. Since the tournament is single elimination, the winners of each game will face off in a championship game. The victors will be awarded medals and bragging rights! The community is invited to attend this fun event. There will be concessions, music, and great door prizes. Admission is $5, children 10 and under are free. Admission includes a raffle ticket. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Georgetown DECA Chapter throughout the year. It will help finance community service projects and attendance to leadership conferences, as well as district, regional, state and national competitions. DECA and the marketing program at Georgetown High School prepare emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. This satellite program is offered through Southern Hills Career and Technical Center. For more information on

the tournament or if you are interested in sponsoring or making a donation for the event, contact Kristin Depenbrock, DECA Advisor, at 378-6730.

Paeltz to speak at BCGH Auxiliary meeting The regular monthly meeting of the Brown County General Hospital Auxiliary will be held on Monday, October 17, 2011 at 1:00 pm in the Executive Conference Room at the hospital. This month's speaker will be Margery Paeltz who will be speaking on the subject of Disaster Preparedness. Due to the recent calamities that have occurred in the United States and abroad, it's prudent for all of us to have a plan and the necessary supplies in case of a natural disaster. Please plan to attend and hear this valuable information. Refreshments will be served by the Dietary Department.

RCAPS holds regular meeting The regular meeting for the Russellville Community Action Planners will be held on October 17, 2011 at the Rambler Center. Time of the meeting will be at 7:30 p.m. in the Arts Council room. All business for the organization will be conducted at this meeting. Citizens of the community are urged to attend.

H’ville mum sale a success Boy scout The 1st Annual Hamersville PTO Mum Sale was a great success. We exceeded our goal and made over 400 dollars for the meeting PTO. These funds will be used for the Fall Festival in November. A special thanks to everyone who supported the sale and bought mums and to the school for allowing the use of their yard.Also thanks to those who helped set up and sell, Shelly & Matt Ernst, Karen Ellison, Renaye Holbrook, Joan Bolin, Brenda Ernst, Ricquel Stinson and Erica Pressley.

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Curious about Boy Scouts? Join us at the Mt Orab United Methodist Church this Sunday in either our 9am or 11am services where we will have representatives from Boy Scout Troop 401 talk about the mission and work of the Boy Scouts, as well as the various levels available for boys and young men to join and advance. In addition, after a shortened 11am worship service we will move straight into a special Eagle Scout Recognition Ceremony, in which the first Mt Orab Eagle Scout for several years, Andrew White, will be recognized. Come and be a part of this special day. Our next Free Community Dinner will be November 19th from 11-1. The menu will be Thanksgiving inspired.

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as well as everyone in the community. “It wasn’t until I moved away for a couple of years that I realized what a great place this community really is,” Cahall said. “My heart is here in this village and I want nothing more than for this community to succeed. “Our financial condition in our village is very good, but it has taken many years to get it to this level. Good stewardship of finances has been accomplished by our village administrator (whom I oversee), the mayor and the council. We guard the money entrusted to us by our citizens and spend it according to the purpose it was intended. “In the future I would like to see the continuing sustainable growth that this village has experienced over my years associated with it by expanding our boundaries of the village and work with businesses and residents to invest in our community,” he said. “Our population grew by over 17 percent from 2000 to 2010. We annexed almost 90 properties this past year, which were not included in the census numbers. Cahall said that he has been in the forefront, along with council in establishing some of the lowest utility rates in Southwestern Ohio. He also

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Attending the training from the Area Agency on Aging District 7 (AAA7) were Linda Green, RN, from the AAA7’s Portsmouth Office; Connie Montgomery, RN, from the AAA7’s Rio Grande Office; and Joy Polley, RN, from the AAA7’s Waverly Office. All three are now certified Care Transition coaches. By completing the Care Transitions Intervention Training, AAA7 staff members are prepared to coach consumers to successfully transition between care settings, ensuring them a better quality of life and saving money by reducing costly avoidable hospital readmissions. A transition and therefore the potential for an intervention occurs anytime a patient transfers between health care providers and settings as their condition and care needs change during an illness. Care transitions intervention work is not a new concept for the Area Agencies on Aging; however, it is receiving increasing attention under the Affordable Care Act. The aim of the Care

Transitions Program is to: Empower patients and families; Increase communication and exchanges of information among healthcare providers; Enhance the ability of health information technology to promote health information exchange across care settings; Implement system level interventions to improve quality and safety; Develop performance measures and public reporting mechanisms; and Gather practice data to influence health policy at the national level. Currently, the Area Agency on Aging District 7 is working with partner organizations on care transitions to provide a smoother process for patients and their families upon discharge from the hospital. At present, the AAA7 has partnerships with Adena Health System in Chillicothe, Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis, and Southern Ohio Medical Center in Portsmouth. In addition, the Agency works with a number of physicians, home health

Fall Clean-up List for Your Landscape BY Faye Mahaffey OSUE The Master Gardener Volunteer Where did September go? Rain and cooler temperatures are bringing the harvest of tomatoes in the garden to an abrupt end. I can’t believe that it is time to put the garden to bed for the season. Harvesting some lettuce in the cooler months is always a treat. The raised beds at the Veterans Home in Georgetown are full of surprises! John Chambers and Art Puckett have been watching their turnips grow and hope to be able to pull some in about a week. Art has, in his words, “Given up on the squash” and hopes that he might harvest a few more green beans before the first frost. Charlie Gelter’s pepper plants are still bearing and even have a few blooms. Our conversations all centered around one question, “When will we have our first frost?” October will be our last visit to the Veterans Home until next spring. We hope to clear the beds and amend the soil before the first seeds hit the dirt next year. One of my favorite gardening books is a Garden Almanac. The author has compiled all the essential information that a gardener can refer to year in and year out. Every gardener, whether master or novice, can use a guide to seasonal garden tasks. This month we do an assortment of tasks aimed at creating next year’s garden. October’s tasks include: Have your lawn and garden soil tested. You can contact the Brown County OSU Extension office for more information, or go to Ohioline and refer to Fact Sheet HYG1132-99. • Rake up fallen leaves and add them to your compost

heap. • Mulch areas intended for early spring planting. • Plant trees and shrubs and water deeply before ground freezes. • After leaf fall, take hardwood cuttings. • Reseed the lawn until the soil cools. • Mark late-to-emerge perennials. • Rake up or pull out annuals once they’re killed by frost. • Clean up your perennial beds. • Continue planting hardy spring-flowering bulbs. • Direct-seed lettuce, endive, and escarole. • Take cuttings of your favorite herbs to grow indoors over winter. • Dig, sever, and replant rooted suckers of raspberries. • Remove stakes and other garden equipment from the vegetable garden. • After a killing frost, clean up the vegetable garden. Squash vine borers winter over in plant debris. • Check houseplants for insect pests that may hitch a ride inside at summer’s end. • Plant amaryllis bulbs for holiday bloom. • Dig and store summerflowering tender bulbs after first frost. • Make a to-do list for next year’s garden while you still remember what happened this year! Remember tidying up the garden will ensure the healthy and vigorous development of next year’s flowers, foods, lawns, and ornamental plants. Also, don’t forget to protect those young trees from rutting deer. If the trunk is 1 to 4 inches in diameter, you can use a piece of 4-inch plastic drain tile. Split/cut it down one side and slide it on the tree. Be sure to take it off the first of March. Each year a buck deer works his magic on

several of my Norway spruce trees. Visitors often comment on my natural pruning techniques. I just smile and remember how cute the fawns were in the spring. Don’t forget that you can still e-mail your gardening questions to Mike Hannah at mhannah2@msn.com. Be sure to stop by for a visit at the OSUE Brown County Master Gardeners’ Fair booth!

4th Annual Harvest Dinner and Live Cake Auction St. Michael's School in Ripley, Ohio will be having their annual Harvest Dinner and Homemade Cake Auction on Sunday, October 23, 2011 in the St. Michael Parish Hall. Serving will take place from 11:00 am through 2:00 pm. The homemade dinner this year will include turkey or pork and gravy, garden salad, mashed potatoes, green beans, dinner rolls, dessert, and coffee, iced tea or lemonade. The cost is $8.00 per person and children 12 and under are $4.00. The cake and pie auction will begin promptly at 1:00 pm. Favorites include, Blackberry Jam Cake and Polynesian Sunshine Pie. Dusty Fussnecker will be our live auctioneer. Come early to view and try to win your favorite dessert. Many thanks to the politicians and everyone who won the cake auctions last year and we hope to see you again this year.

agencies, and nursing facilities throughout its ten-county district to achieve the aim of the Care Transitions Program in improving the health and well-being of individuals in our communities. More information about the Care Transitions Program is available at www.caretransitions.org. Your local Area Agency on Aging District 7, Inc. provides services on a non-discriminatory basis. These services are available to help older adults and those with disabilities live safely and independently in their own homes through services paid for by Medicare, Medicaid, other federal and state resources, as well as private pay. The AAA7’s Resource Center is also available to anyone in the community looking for information or assistance with long-term care options. Available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am until 4:30 pm, the Resource Center is a valuable contact for learning more about options and what programs and services are available for assistance.

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 then another four hours on Wednesday. “It was a real mess,” he added, “we were losing about 1,000 gallons of water every minute, and I was doing the math in my head...$20 a gallon times 60 minutes in an hour. “We ended up calling Jimmy Unger, (Unger Construction) to give us a hand. He did a great job and got us back in the right direction. He repaired three water mains and at least two pipes. It cost the village $1,200.” Bumbalough added that as bad as that $1,200 price tag sounded they were probably better off to get everything fixed at once instead of dragging it out. He added that with the winter months coming the breaks could have been worse if they happened in mid winter.

refresher on violations involving drunk drivers. Five officers and the chief also attended an ‘Interview and Interrogation’ Class with the mayor. He reported that the village’s new cruiser was up and running and Bill Williams had finished the graphics on it. He said the cruiser now includes the head of a bald eagle on the back corner. “It really looks nice, and Bill did a great job,” Lewis said. Lewis also told council that the fuel pump went out in one of the older cruisers and the cost to fix it wasn’t worth it and council agreed with Lewis’ recommendation to sell the vehicle to Dusty Puckett, owner of Puckett Tire and Lube, for $400. The vehicle will be stripped of anything that could be used in other police cruisers. The mayor announced that

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Those interested in learning more can call toll-free at 1-800-582-7277 (TTY: 711). Here, individuals can speak directly with a nurse or social worker who will assist them with information surrounding the programs and services that are available to best serve their needs. The Agency also offers an in-home assessment at no cost for those who are interested in learning more. Information is also available on www.aaa7.org, or the

Safe Communities funded HEALTH-UC and the University of Cincinnati Area Health Education Center (AHEC) Program are pleased to announce that once again they have been awarded a Safe Communities Program grant for Brown County for federal fiscal year 2012 from the Office of Criminal Justice Services-Traffic Safety (OCJS-TS). Partnerships are very important to the longterm success of any safety effort, and these funds will help to continue already-existing partnerships with local law enforcement and other local and state safety partners to decrease the number of fatal and serious injury crashes on Brown County roads. Beginning this month, the Brown County Safe Communities Coalition will plan and conduct activities to increase seat belt use, prevent drunk and drugged driving, and promote motorcycle safety. The Coalition will also continue its emphasis on youthful driver safety, with more emphasis on distracted driving (e.g., cell phone use and texting while driving). Safe Communities activities also revolve heavily around several holidays. As these are times which typically involve numerous get-togethers and parties, drunk driving can be a big concern The grant funds for the Brown County Safe Communities Program are passed through the OCJS-TS from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to support the efforts of safety partners statewide and focus on the previously mentioned traffic safety priority issues. HEALTH-UC has been coordinating the Safe Communities Program since it began in Brown County in October of 2000 with the help of several participating organizations. Brown County Safe

Village of Sardinia to sell 14 acres, including reservoir, also battles continuous water main breaks for two days “We’ve only got three village workers,” he added, “but let me tell you they are a great group of guys, and we couldn’t have gotten through without all their help.” Bumbalough gave a special thanks to workers, Mike Bullis and Brandon Downs, as well as retired village worker Bill Morris and Village Administrator Tim Mock for all their hard work. Bumbalough said he will be watching the lines closely for any signs of problems, since it is unknown if any more of the water mains have rusted bolts. In other business at the meeting, Monday, October 31, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. was set for ‘Trick-or-Treat’ night in the the Village of Sardinia. Police Chief Jim Lewis told council that two of his officers had attended a half-day seminar in Columbus, sponsored by MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Drivers), which was a

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Recently, 36 Area Agencies on Aging staff members from throughout Ohio participated in Care Transitions Intervention Training at the Ohio Association of Area Agencies on Aging (o4a). The Care Transitions Intervention Training, informally called Coleman Training after its founder, Eric A. Coleman, MD, MPH, is based in the Divisions of Health Care Policy and Research and Geriatric Medicine at the University of Colorado Denver. The training is part of a Care Transitions Program that aims at improving quality and safety during times of care “hand-offs.” During the course of an illness, a patient might receive care from a primary care physician or specialist, then transition to a different physician and nursing team when admitted to the hospital, then move to another care team at a skilled nursing facility. Finally, the patient might return home, receiving care from a visiting nurse. Each of these shifts between care providers and settings is a care transition.

the village had received and opened 6 bids for an upcoming project to replace water lines in the village. The funds for the project will come from a grant, which will be used to provide the matching funds for the Revitalization Grant. “In talking with Kelly Cole, (Brown County Economic Development Director),” Bumbalough said. “ She has asked us not to award the bid just yet, until the Revitalization Grant is in our hands. So we won’t take any action on this until a special meeting on November 7.” Bumbalough announced that the July audit of the village finances proved to be very organized and right on the penny. He complimented fiscal officer Karen Miller for being well organized and dedicated.

Communities has excellent representation from local law enforcement agencies, particularly the Ohio State Highway Patrol-Georgetown Post; the courts; educational systems (particularly the local high schools and the Southern Hills Career & Technical Center); the emergency medical system; other health care organizations; business and industry; and other county leaders, including all three of our County Commissioners. For more information about Brown County Safe Communities, please call Sue Basta, Project Director at HEALTH-UC at 937-3784171. For more information about the Office of Criminal Justice Services-Traffic Safety and statewide efforts to improve safety on Ohio’s roadways, log on to http://ohiohighwaysafetyoffice.ohio.gov/. The Brown County Safe Communities Program is funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation/ National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Ohio Department of Public Safety/Office of Criminal Justice Services-Traffic Safety. The Program is administered by the HEALTH-UC and the University of Cincinnati AHEC Program. HEALTHUC is located at 114 East State Street in Georgetown, Ohio..

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All you can eat pancake & sausage breakfast The Mount Orab Lions Club is having their All You Can Eat!!!! Pancake and Sausage Breakfast on Saturday, October 29, serving from 7:30 am to 11:00am at the Western Brown High School. The menu includes: Pancakes (all you eat); Sausage Patties; Orange Juice; Coffee (Including DECAF; Milk (Chocolate & White; Sugar Free Syrup. Cost for Adults is $5.00 and children 12 and under eat for free. Get tickets from any club member or at the Mt. Orab Barber Shop, 453 W. Main St. or at Health Quest 131 Northpoint Drive. The Mount Orab Lions have been proudly serving our community for sixty years. Anyone who would like to attend a meeting call PDG Bob Richmond at 937444-4791. We meet on 2nd & 4th Monday at 6:30 pm with a meal at New Harmony Masonic Lodge, 110 S High St. Mount Orab.

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By Martha Jacob The Brown County Press Students from RipleyUnion-Lewis-Huntington Middle School recently joined in the special dedication of the new walkway in front of their school. On hand for the dedication the J.R. Lawrence Walkway was Aberdeen Chief of Police Clark Gast, Aberdeen Village Council member Jerry Applegate, Aberdeen ViceMayor, Robert Hutchison, as well as J.R. Lawrence himself. “We’re are here to dedicate this beautiful walkway,” said Hutchison, “It is now the longest walkway in Brown County, running from in front of the school towards Aberdeen, all the way to the library, one mile away. “J.R. Lawrence came to me about three and a half or four years ago and said that Mrs. Ashbury (the librarian at the school) had suggested the school needed a walkway for the kids.” “I remember thinking to myself, at first, ‘can’t they find something else to spend money on?’, Hutchison commented. “But I soon realized that this was the dream of a lot of people in this community, including the former mayor of Aberdeen, Bobbie Meadows.” Speaking directly to all the young people who had gotten out of classes for the event, Hutchison said that some of them probably can’t appreciate the significance of the walkway, but will as they grow older. “Someday you will all be as proud of this new walkway as we all are,” he added. “And it all started with a dream. I know that sounds a little goofy, but never give up on

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your dreams, no matter what anyone says. You keep those dreams, because they make things happen. “When it came time to name this walkway, I was at a council meting and commented to council that J.R. probably put in more of his time than anyone and I know for a fact that he spent a lot of his own money, running around getting things done.” Hutchison added that the walkway was one of the best thing’s that happened in the Aberdeen area in a long time and everyone was very proud of it. He also said that eventually the walkway would be extended another mile all the way to Elm Street in the village of Aberdeen. “I haven’t ridden my bicycle on it yet,” Hutchison said with a laugh, “But I plan on doing so with my grandson when he gets his training

wheels off his bike.” A reluctant J.R. Lawrence then spoke a few words to the crowd. “I really thank everyone for this and I appreciate what everyone has done to make this all happen,” Lawrence stated. Recently the walkway was used for National Walk-ToSchool Day and is also used daily during school and after school. The school’s Student Council plans on doing several projects to promote the path including operating surveys on its use. They will also be posting flyers through out the community making them aware of the walkway. Lawrence also said that contracts for phase two of the project are already in the works. Following the dedication, everyone took a short stroll down the walkway.

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Director of Ohio Veterans Services visits Brown County CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 took office, his department had a database with less than ten percent of eligible veterans in Ohio. He also noted that approximately ten percent of Ohioans are veterans. He added that Ohio has the sixth largest veterans population in the country, yet ranks 46th in delivery of services. “That’s no good. That has to change.”, Moe said. Moe added that while the number of veterans in Ohio is declining, the needs of those that remain are rising. “There are two brutal wars going on right now, and people are getting hurt over there every day.”, Moe said. “They are surviving injuries that would have been fatal a few years ago and many of them are coming home in need of help.” Following the meeting,

Moe said that he encourages any veteran in need to looking into what the Department of Veterans Services can offer. “We need to make sure we are not in a place where the veterans themselves are deciding that they don’t need our help. I encourage anyone who is eligible for services to give us a chance to see what we can do for them.” Moe added that he appreciated the county commissioners for attending the meeting, and that the veterans of Brown County were fortunate that everyone in the county seemed to be working as a team. The Brown County Veterans Commission members are all veterans themselves. They are Chairman Roger Carter, Delmar Daniel, Kenny Richmond, Dan Otto and Ralph Quallen. Ralph Fox is the county

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Two million federal dollars comes to OHP for safety push CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ““Based on crash data, we have identified priority areas for the funding to be used to reduce traffic crashes, and the associated preventable injuries and fatalities. This funding will allow state troopers to conduct high-visibility traffic enforcement in an effort to save lives and make Ohio’s roadways safer.” Patrol management plans to use the funds to support overtime enforcement and educational outreach efforts. Additionally, the Patrol will use the funds to enhance their OVI toxicology and Drug Recognition Expert toxicology programs. The funds support the efforts of safety partners statewide and focus on traffic

safety priority areas such as restraint use, impaired driving, motorcycle safety and youthful drivers. Preliminary statistics show programs, such as these, continue to produce results. Traffic fatalities are down approximately 75 deaths in 2011, when compared to the same time period in 2010.” Just over 2800 overtime hours for extra patrols and education have been set aside for Highway Patrol District Eight, which includes the Georgetown Post. The other posts in District Eight include Batavia, Hamilton, Wilmington, Xenia, Lebanon and Cincinnati Operations.

Veterans Service Officer, and his assistant is Charlie Watson. The Veterans Commission provides administrative assistance to veterans and their widows with items such as lost or destroyed discharge papers, medal replacement, pension claims, educational benefits and burial and grave marker benefits. The office also provides emergency financial assistance to veterans on Tuesdays from 9 to 11 a.m. The office also provides transportation to Veterans Administration hospitals in Cincinnati, Dayton and Chillicothe as well as a VA outpatient clinic in Clermont County. The office is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the phone number is (937) 378-3155.

Toot-N-Tell It to hold reunion The Toot-N-Tell It reunion party and 50’s dance is planned 6:00 to 11:00 pm Saturday, Oct. 15. The event will be held in the multi-purpose building on the Clermont fair grounds. Social hour begins at 6:00, dance will begin at 7:30 with music by Paul Ramblin Rose of WOBO. The cost of a ticket is $12 per person in advance and $15 at the door. Chips and pretzels are included in the price. Coke products will be available to purchase. For tickets, contact Richard Malott at 513-724-7870, Rita McQuitty at 937-695-9022, or Bob Wilson at 513-732-9266.

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Warriors clinch SHL title with win over rival Lynchburg Having not played a game in two weeks, it wasn’t all that surprising the Eastern boys soccer team didn’t play their best first half of soccer last Friday evening. But with visiting Lynchburg-Clay -- the defending Southern Hills League champions -- taking an early 1-0 lead, the Warriors needed to find someway to overcome the rust if they were going to secure their 11th win. Jordan Payne’s goal 30 seconds into the second half seemed to be just what was needed as it shifted all the momentum -- and the lead - back to the Warriors as they controlled play in the second half to secure a 3-1 victory and clinched the SHL title. “That goal 30 seconds into the second half helped a lot,” Eastern coach Dylan Fain said. “I don’t know what I said at halftime that made them go. I give them the same halftime speech that I always give. We played a good game. I told them in the first half we played 26 seconds of soccer and the rest of it was terrible. In the second half we played pretty well.” While the first half wasn’t the Warriors finest they’ve played all season, they still went into the break tied at one. Yet, even with the score tied, it seemed as if the visiting Mustangs were still hanging onto the momentum -- albeit barely. That, however, changed very quickly. Nearly as soon as the players had stepped back onto the field, the Warriors stunned the Mustangs by taking the lead on Payne’s goal. The Warriors’ Chase Lawson got a loose ball as the half started, settled it and lofted a soft pass upfield and over the Lynchburg defense. Just as Lawson connected on the pass, Payne took off on a run up the middle of the field. With the Lynchburg keeper charging towards him to grab the ball, Payne settled the ball and lofted a shot over the keeper and that floated towards the goal. When it went in just 25 seconds into the half, the Warriors found themselves with a 2-1 lead and every bit of the momentum. “It was pretty,” Fain said of the goal. “As soon as I saw the ball get over and I saw Jordan had it, I knew he was going to finish. He’s had an incredible week of practice. He was focused.” The Mustangs, despite losing the momentum they seemingly had taken early in the game, weren’t going to quit. Nearly four minutes after Payne’s goal, the Mustangs nearly tied the game up again. Off of a throw, a Mustang player got his head on the ball and it took a diving stop from Warriors keeper Nathan Scott to keep the Warriors on top. It was just another exam-

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ple of how well Scott has played this year. Scott also made a huge stop late in the first half after the Warriors tied it up on a 1 v 1 with a Lynchburg forward to keep the game tied. “That’s what he does,” Fain said of Scott’s play in goal. “It’s what he’s done all year.” From that point, however, the Warriors seemed to take control of the game. They weren’t completely dominating but they were keeping possession more and not allowing much in the way of offensive attacks for the Mustangs. Then, with five and a half minutes left, the Warriors put the game out of reach. Off of a corner kick from Curtis Burns, Eastern’s Conner Purdin went up high to knock a header into the top of the goal to give the Warriors a 3-1 lead and the win. “Give us a two goal lead with (five) minutes to go, that’s huge,” Fain said. The Warriors, after their slow start, were forced to the comeback trail early on after a mistake by Scott and the Warriors defense allowed the Mustangs to knock a header in off of a corner for an early 1-0 lead. But, with about 13 and a half minutes left in the first half, Jacob Handra scored the equalizer for the Warriors. After getting a pass from Payne, he made a run up the left side. He finished it with a powerful kick past the Mustangs keeper from about 15 yards out. “Beautiful pass and a beautiful finish,” Fain said. The win, which moved the Warriors to 11-0-1 on the season, was obviously very special for Fain. Not only was it the second victory of the season over Lynchburg but it clinched the conference

title. “I’m happy. We just beat Lynchburg. I’m pretty sure we just clinched league,” he said. “I don’t know how to be anything other than happy.” With every other SHL team having at least one loss and one tie, the Warriors did in fact clinch the league title with the win. The Warriors hosted Fairfield on Friday afternoon in the final game of the regular season as they looked to secure the gold ball for finishing the conference season undefeated. They will next play on Wednesday, when they host either North Adams or Portsmouth West in the sectional.

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There is no doubt that last week was an emotional week for the students at Western Brown High School. With the tragic loss of a fellow student to a car accident, it could not have been easy to focus on much else. And that was no different for the Broncos football team. However, thanks to a strong performance by their defense and an offense that hit its stride in the second half, the Broncos were able to honor the late Christopher Thomas Taylor with a 42-6 homecoming win over Clermont Northeastern. “Solid win,” Western Brown coach Evan Dreyer said. “I think our defense played above average (and) our offense played average going into halftime. And then they came out and gave us a spark. It was a great win in the sense that (it was) a tough week and we found a way to overcome adversity and give a tribute to a young man who deserved a great tribute.” While the Broncos offense seemed to be just a bit off early on -- on their first series they went deep on the visiting Rockets four times but only had one hookup between quarterback Nick Woodyard and receiver Mike Lindsey -their defensive mates were on their game from the outset. After forcing a Rockets punt on their first possession, the Broncos defense put the first points on the board on the next CNE possession. Facing a 2nd and 8 from their own 21, Rockets quarterback Derick Schmidt dropped back to pass. His pass was tipped near the line of scrimmage and Broncos safety Jordan

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Western Brown defensive lineman Andrew White makes a tackle against Clermont Northeastern last Friday night.

Haggerty grabbed the deflected pass and took off for the end zone. Haggerty raced 26 yards for the score. After Justin Berkley hit the point after, the Broncos had an early 7-0 lead in the first quarter. The interception return for a touchdown was a big boost to not only the Broncos defense but also for the entire team. “It sparked us to, kind of, get up on top of them and that’s what we really wanted to do and see where it goes from there,” Dreyer said. “It sparked our team and kind of gave us the energy that we needed to take over the game.” For the rest of the half, the Broncos seemed to destined to stick to the same gameplan -sputter offensively thanks largely to penalties and mistakes while dominating on defense to never allow the Rockets a chance to really stay in the game. Finally, about midway through the second quarter, the Broncos offense was able to break through thanks to the

Rockets battle back to earn tie By Andrew Wyder The Brown County Press For stretches of time during the first half last Monday night the Fayetteville boys soccer team struggled. During one particular stretch of the half, a 10 minute period towards the end, visiting Glen Este made the Rockets pay. And though at halftime it looked as if the 1-0 Trojan lead might stand up, the Rockets came out strong in the second half and eventually earned themselves a 1-1 tie by playing their game and not losing their cool. “The second half we played a little bit more aggressive. We beat them to a lot more balls,” Fayetteville coach Craig Smucker said. “It got physical but not dirty. My guys can play that way. They can play physical but not dirty. They got in trouble with the fouls and the cards and we had the momentum for the entire second half, I thought.” The Rockets already found themselves at a disadvantage before the game started as they battled a Division I school that had nearly 20 players on the bench. The Rockets were missing main cogs D.J. Iles -- out with a concussion he suffered against St. Pats last Thursday -- and Christian Connor. It left them with just four players on the bench. Yet early on, the Rockets were the ones who were putting out the effort. That effort paid off as they did get some looks at the goal

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Fayetteville’s Toby Lykins looks to push the ball upfield during the second half of the Rockets game with Glen Este on Monday night.

within the first few minutes of the game. In the first 15 minutes or so, the Rockets E.J. Aubry made a few nice plays on the Trojans end of the field. Just minutes in, he got a shot off that went wide and about 15 minutes into the game he beat Glen Este keeper Patrick Delaney to a ball on the far left side of the box but wasn’t able to get a good shot off at the empty net. That, however, was when

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defense. The Broncos got great field position at the Rockets 39 yard line because the defense made another big play. With the Rockets facing a 3rd and 15, Schmidt dropped back to pass and he was quickly met by Broncos defensive lineman Jake Latham. As Latham sacked Schmidt he forced a fumble that was recovered by fellow senior defensive lineman Andrew White. Three plays after the turnover, the Broncos offense struck paydirt. On a 3rd and 10 play, Woodyard dropped back to pass and found receiver Zaine Clark open over the middle. Clark caught the ball at about 15 yards from the endzone and he sprinted in for the score. It pushed the Bronco lead to 14-0. The hookup between Woodyard and Clark was the fourth touchdown pass between the duo in the Broncos last three games. “I think Zaine Clark is coming together and finally realizing that this is the year,”

Dreyer said. “The last (three) games (are) a tribute to his hard work.” Coming out of the locker room with a 14-0 lead, the Broncos were looking for their offense to get back on track. After receiving the opening kickoff, it didn’t take long to see that it was. Sandwiched around two Bronco penalties, Woodyard got the Broncos into Rockets territory on pass hookups with Devyn Wood and Clark. Two more penalties, however, pushed the Broncos nearly back to where they had started the drive. This time they were able to overcome the penalties. Woodyard hooked up with Jake Lawson for 14 yard to get some of the penalty yards back before the two hooked up again. On 3rd and 15 from the Rockets 47 yard line, Woodyard scrambled around in the pocket before he found a wide open Lawson. Lawson waited for the ball and as soon as he caught it at the15 yard line he spun to the outside and sprinted to the endzone to put the Broncos up 21-0 less than three minutes into the second half. Down three scores and driving in the Broncos end of the field, the Rockets decided to go for it on a fourth down on their next possession. Despite having their most successful drive of the night to that point, the Broncos defense came up with the big stop again. White snuffed out the Rockets fake punt attempt and tackled Clay Cousino behind the line to get the turnover on downs. It was the epitome of how well the Broncos defense played last Friday night. “That was the big thing was

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the Trojans seemed to take control. From that point forward until the halftime break, Glen Este was consistently putting runs and attacks on the Rockets defense. For the most part the Rockets were able to keep the ball out of the box and not give up many great looks at the net. But starting with about 13 minutes left, the Trojans started to find some openings. The Trojans nearly put a goal in with about 12 minutes left in the half. Rockets keeper Kasey Fitzpatrick came out to try to stop a Trojan attack. When he wasn’t able to get the save, the Trojans looked to have an open net. However, the Rockets Taylor Smucker went back to the goal line in front of the net to protect it from an open shot while Fitzpatrick recovered. His heads up play paid off when he was able to clear a shot attempt and keep the game scoreless. “He saved our rear end,” Craig Smucker said. “Really (he has) all season. He may have as many saves as our goalkeeper.” Despite the strong effort from the Rockets defense, the Trojans finally got a ball into the back of the net late in the half.

Glen Este’s Tyler Curtice made a move to get past the Rockets defense that worked and he won a 1 v 1 with Fitzpatrick to put the Trojans up 1-0 going into the break. “We had a 10 minute stretch where we didn’t play well at all,” Craig Smucker said. “We kind of sat and watched them play. They brought it right to us and they ended up with a goal at the end of all that.” Once the teams hit the field for the second half, the Rockets seemed to finally find a bit of a groove. They were able to put together some runs -- particularly in the final 25 minutes -and put together an offensive attack. Part of the reason the Rockets started to find their groove was because the Trojans were starting to get frustrated. Aubry continued to make runs up field on the offensive attack with Corey and Toby Lykins as well as Roman Kleinschmidt. The combination of an improved Rockets attack and the Trojans frustration led to the equalizing goal being scored. Off of a free kick just outside the box on the left side, Aubry lofted a nice ball towards the goal that Kleinschmidt got ahold of and drilled into the back of the net. It tied the game at one with 10:20 left. “They made a nice adjustment. They found a soft spot in (Glen Este’s) defense (and) we hit it about five or six times and finally the opportunity cashed in,” Craig Smucker said. Fitzpatrick came up with a big play with time running down to preserve the tie. With about two minutes to go, a Glen Este forward got behind the Rockets defense and Fitzpatrick won the 1 v 1 as he was able to smack the ball out. “He may be my most improved player this season as far as from where he started the season to where he’s at right now towards the end,” Craig Smucker said of his keeper. With the tie the Rockets moved to 7-5-2 on the season. The Rockets will travel to Cincinnati Christian -- the same team they finished the regular season against at home on Saturday -- on Tuesday to play them in the first round of the sectional.

to make them drive the field and see what happens,” Dreyer said. “There was not many long plays we gave up and I’m excited to see where our defense is heading into the last three games.” Taking over at their own 26 yard line, the Broncos used an 11 play drive drive to go in for their second consecutive touchdown. Woodyard connected on four passes to three different receivers on the drive before he ran in from 6 yards out for the score and a 28-0 lead with 4:00 left in the third quarter. The Broncos put the game away early in the fourth quarter after Woodyard intercepted a Rockets pass from his defensive back position. Woodyard threw his third touchdown pass of the game on the second play after the turnover. He found freshman Christian Dawson on a nicely

thrown deep ball down the middle of the field before Dawson broke an arm tackle at the 10 yard line and went in for the 55 yard score to put the Broncos up 35-0. Woodyard finished the night 15/29 for 348 yards and the three scores. He also threw an interception. Part of the reason the Broncos offense took a little longer to get going was because it featured some new, younger players -- like Dawson. “We gave our kids that were younger that haven’t played in awhile some opportunities tonight and they stepped up and made plays,” Dreyer said. Gunner Woodyard scored on a 1-yard run midway through the fourth quarter to give the Broncos a 42-0 lead before the Rockets scored a touchdown late.

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During an emotional halftime of Western Brown’s homecoming game against CNE, the Homecoming King and Queen were crowned. The Western Brown students selected the late Christopher Thomas Taylor as the King and Heather Obermeyer as the Queen. Pictured above is Caleb Taylor, who stood in for his foster brother Christopher, and Obermeyer.

G’Town struggles in loss to Batavia By Andrew Wyder The Brown County Press Though losing to a very solid Batavia team would normally be nothing to get too excited about, Georgetown girls soccer coach Mark Pack was none too pleased with his team after their loss to the Lady Bulldogs. The reason Pack was disappointed after the visiting Lady Bulldogs left Georgetown with a 4-0 victory last Thursday night was because he felt his team simply didn’t give the effort needed. “We got out-hustled,” Pack said. “The last time we played them it was eight to nothing. I think the girls came in with that in the back of their head.” From the beginning the Lady Bulldogs were the aggressor as they took possession and kept it for much of the rest of the night. Early on the Lady G-Men were able to hold them off from getting on the board. The play of senior Lady GMen keeper Hannah Jones was a big reason why. She continued her strong play in the first half while corralling a majority of the Lady Bulldog shots on goal. “Hannah had a great game,” Pack said. But with two players out -including senior defensive stopper Chelsea Bradley, a key part of the Lady G-Men defense, who was out with an ankle injury she suffered in practice the night before the game -- the Lady Bulldogs barrage of shots finally paid off late in the first half. With seven and a half minutes left in the half, Batavia’s Gabby Bond put a header in off of a corner kick to give the Lady Bulldogs a 1-0 lead. That was all that the visitors would get in the half, though, as Jones made a couple of more saves right before the half to keep the deficit at one. But in the second half the Lady Bulldogs pulled away despite the strong play of Jones. They were just able to get too many shots -- 30 -- off. About eight minutes into the half, Mackenzie Fisler drilled a shot from right in front to give the Lady Bulldogs a 2-0 lead. The shot was off of a pass to the middle which was something that Pack told his team Batavia was going to do but they just weren’t able to stop it. “Batavia, when they played us before, somehow they just came off with someone in the middle open a lot,” Pack said.

“We talked about it before the game, we talked about it yesterday, we talked about at halftime. And still they continue to find that open player in the middle. Not being full at strength, not having Chelsea in there that stopper...we just got out-hustled.” While the Lady Bulldogs were able to get shots off all night long, the Lady G-Men struggled to get much going offensively. Down 2-0, the Lady GMen’s Rebecca Whitaker got on a run and got off a shot -- one of about five Georgetown had -but wasn’t able to find the back of the net. That was the last offensive chance the Lady G-Men could produce the rest of the game while the Lady Bulldogs scored two more goals to earn the 4-0 win. “We got out-shot, got outhustled,” Pack said. “They’ve got some really quick players there but we didn’t have (heart). Yeah, a very disappointing loss.” The Lady G-Men (4-9 overall, 1-5 SBC National Division) will play next in the sectional at Clermont Northeastern on October 20.

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Becca DeBord blocks a New Richmond hit during Western Brown’s win on Tuesday night.

were strong on the outside putting away kills for points. “Becca was really strong up at the net blocking,” Fite said. “The outsides hit pretty well, too.” With the big early lead, the Lady Broncos were able to coast to the first set victory. The Lady Lions couldn’t get any closer than seven points throughout the set. Getting off to that good start was key -- particularly after their slow start in their first match with the Lady Lions that saw them lose the first set in a four set victory.

And as the season winds down -- the Lady Broncos played Clermont Northeastern on Wednesday and Amelia on Thursday -- the Lady Broncos looked to clinch an undefeated conference season. “It was really important for us to start off strong just because its another important SBC match,” Fite said. “It’s our last week playing and they’re all league (matches). They knew the importance of this game and it was on our home court.” As easy as the first set was for the Lady Broncos, the first

Taylor Patten had 13 digs for the Lady Broncos while teammate Ashleigh Huiet added 11 digs. Though they had a little hiccup in the middle of the season, the Lady Broncos (172, 8-0 SBC American Division) are clicking on all cylinders as they head toward sectionals. “I’m please with the way we’re playing,” Fite said. “We’re moving on the court,

we’re talking. We’re serving well, we’re passing well (and) we’re hitting well. I just hope it continues to carry through tournament time, too.” The Lady Broncos were given the No. 3 seed in the Division II Goshen sectional. They received a first round bye and will play the winner of Batavia and New Richmond on Tuesday, October 18 at Goshen at 6:00 p.m.

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The Western Brown volleyball team is hitting its peak at the perfect time. After suffering its only two losses to date, the Lady Broncos have reeled off six straight wins in fairly convincing fashion. In its latest conquest on Tuesday night, the Lady Broncos rolled past visiting New Richmond 3-0 in a Volley for the Cure match. They won 25-12, 25-18 and 25-15. “We started off strong then we had a little bit of a roller coaster ride but we’re picking it back up,” Western Brown coach Carla Fite said her team’s season. That could also be said about how the Lady Broncos played against the Lady Lions on Tuesday night. The Lady Broncos rolled to a first set victory, struggled early in the second before battling back for the set victory and used that momentum to roll to the victory. In the first set, the hosts jumped out quickly. Elizabeth Carter (who had six service aces) took the ball first to serve for the Lady Broncos and she helped them jump out to a lead the Lady Lions couldn’t recover from. Combined with the dominant play from the Lady Broncos front line, Carter served three aces to help put the Lady Broncos up to an 8-0 lead. While Carter’s serving was strong, she was helped by teammates Becca DeBord, Kylie Garrett and Alli Morgan at the net. The Lady Bronco trio scored the other five points during the stretch at the net. DeBord played very well in the middle -- particularly blocking Lady Lions attacks - while Garrett and Morgan

half of the second was that difficult initially. The Lady Lions jumped out to an early 3-0 lead and held the lead by no more than two points until Carter came back up to serve for the Lady Broncos with the Lady Lions holding on to a 14-13 lead. Once again Carter -- with some help from DeBord -came through. After DeBord tied it at 14 with a kill at the net, Carter gave the Lady Broncos their first lead of the set with an ace. Two more service aces from Carter and a block from DeBord spurred to the Lady Broncos to eight straight points. The Lady Lions couldn’t break Carter’s serve, and the Lady Broncos were back up 21-14 and well on their way to victory. “Elizabeth and Abby Hall did really well on serving for us tonight,” Fite said. Hall helped put away the Lady Lions in the third set with her service game. She got the ball with the Lady Broncos up 5-4 and the Lady Lions struggled returning her serve. She served nine straight points, including three straight aces, to put the Lady Broncos up 14-5 and on their way to victory. While the entire team has played very well this season, it seems that the Lady Broncos have a noticeable advantage at the net with the play of DeBord (who had six kills and seven blocks), Garrett (who had six kills), Morgan and Hannah Nuhn. All four had strong performances in helping the Lady Broncos to the win over New Richmond. “It’s extremely nice to have your front row strong,” Fite said. “That way you know they’re going to block. They transition well to get off and get ready to hit, too.”

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Western Brown’s Elizabeth Carter sets up a teammate during the Lady Broncos win over New Richmond Tuesday night.

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By Mike Goins Contributor The regular racing season ended with a bang at Moler Raceway Park with a second visit by the ADRA Late Model Series and lots of extra money on the line in all four classes. In the Late Models, It was the Salt Rock Express, Eddie Carrier Jr., turning the fastest lap in qualifications with a 12.418 to just edge Chad Stapleton for top honors. In heat race action it was Carrier taking heat race number one while Stapleton would claim the victory in heat two. In heat three things got interesting as ‘Wildthang’ Greg Johnson lead but contact with ‘Hot’ Rod Conley would cut Johnson’s tire and eliminate him from the race while Conley would have to restart from the tail. On the ensuing restart, Barry Doss would go on to claim the checkers. In the feature event it was Doss out front at the drop of the green but Stapleton would battle by to take top honors on lap four. By lap 10 it was the Grover Motorsports entry of Carrier out front and setting sail. The racing was tight behind him though as Stapleton, Doss, Conley and Jason Jamison would battle furiously. By the midpoint, Conley had worked his way up to second from his sixth starting spot but to no avail as ADRA season long champion Eddie Carrier, Jr., would not be denied a trip to victory lane at Moler Raceway Park. Conley would come home second with Doss taking third while Tim Prince and Jameson rounded out the top five positions. ‘The Boss’, Barry Doss, claimed another Track Championship in the Sunesis Construction Late Models. In the Mt Orab Ford Modifieds there was another fine field of cars on hand (29 total) with three heats and a Bmain determining the starting field. Weasel Rhodes, Derrick Davis and Matt Hamilton won the heat races while Mark Kaetzel claimed the B-main win. In the feature, Rhodes and Hamilton were out front and it looked like Hamilton would claim his third feature

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Eddie Carrier, Jr. won the ADRA Late Models at Moler Raceway Park.

win of the season but through the numerous restarts in the first half of the race Ray Branscum had worked to second position but could not make the pass. However, on the lap eight restart, Branscum was able to slide by Hamilton and run away from the field to claim his first victory of the season in his R&R Bobcat, RBI Towing & Repair, Lyons Transportation sponsored machine. Hamilton would hold onto second spot with Doug Adkins, Dustin Webber and Dave Baldwin rounding out the top five. Doug Adkins claimed 2011 Track Champion in the Mt. Orab Ford Modifieds. The Holman Motor Chevettes would wrap up their season with twenty entries on hand and a feature race that would see numerous cautions and restarts in the last five laps. At the end of the night it was Glen Este’s Derrick Davis claiming his fourth feature win of the season in his Holman Motors sponsored #12 machine. Rusty Yarger would chase him across the line in second spot with Miles Tarvin, Josh Francis and Jeff Watson rounding out the top five spots. In heat race action it was Davis and Yarger claiming the wins. Miles Tarvin was the 2011 Track Champion in the Holman Motors Chevettes Division. The Big Red Book Street Stock division would close out the season with not only extra money on the line but they would start out the night with a make-up feature that was rained out back in August.

Claiming that make-up feature was Hooven, OH’s Bub Balsley. Shane Pendleton would come home second after starting last while Shannon Enoch, Wade Reeves and Paul Baker would round out the top five positions. In the regular program it was Jamey Adams and Pendleton who took the preliminary heat race wins and started on the front row of the feature event. At the drop of the green it was Jamey Adams who jumped out front in his Thomas Gas, Helterbran Trucking, Adams Chassis machine. There would be no denying the Laurelville, OH driver as he claimed yet another feature win. Pendleton would once again come home in second spot with Balsley, Jeremie Scott,and Baker rounding out the top five positions. Jeremie Bretz claimed the 2011 Track Championship in the Big Red Book Street Stock Division. Only one more race is left for this 2011, which is Moler Raceway Park's Fifth Year Anniversary, and that is the Second Annual Coca-Cola Turkey Gobbler 40 on November 19th. It will be Late Models $1500 to Win plus all regular classes. Thanks to everyone for donating to the Racers Feeding Families Food Drive and special thanks to Shane Mugavin and Pastor Scott for organizing this event to help those in need in our area. Thanks to everyone for a Great 2011 Season and hope to see you November 19th.

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Eagles are finalists in 2011 Fall Ball Tournament The BSC Eagles recently competed in the 2011 Fall Ball soccer tournament and came home as finalists of the two day event. In preliminary round play, the team faced challengers from Cincinnati West SC, Fishers SC (Indianapolis, IN) and Santos FC (Columbus, OH). The Eagles finished a perfect 3-0 as they scored 11 goals and allowed only two. In the finals, the girls took the field against a team from Cincinnati United and saw their run end in a heartbreaker, 1-0. Although they would drop the final game, the girls did score the most goals within their division, while allowing the fewest, during the two day tournament. The Eagles are a local girls U11 select team playing for Beechmont Soccer Club. Currently into their third season with the club, the girls have amassed a league record of 15-1-4 and two league titles. Eagles players, your coaches, parents and friends are extremely proud of you and your accomplishments over the past year plus. Keep up the good work and continue to push yourselves to be the best you can be! Go Eagles! Team members pictured first row, l-r: Mallory, Ryan, Danielle, Maci, Samantha, Alexa, Ella and coach Brian. Pictured back row, l-r: Coach Jennifer, Cassidy, Jenna, Hannah, Laura, Caitlyn, Kayla and coach Lamar. Not pictured: Hailey.

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SCOREBOARD Football Fayetteville drops sixth game The Fayetteville Rockets football team traveled to Fairfield Christian Academy last Saturday night and lost 60-8. Starting quarterback Tanner Williams injured his ankle in the second quarter and did not return. With backup QB Scott Mullis already out with an injury, tailback Cody Shaw was forced into the game at quarterback for the Rockets. They were able to move the ball but fumbles hurt them as they

lost two of their five. The Rockets ran the ball well to the tune of 46 times for 213 yards. Luke Allen had 47 yards on 14 carries while Dave Kranz added 59 yards on seven carries. Williams carried the ball for six time for 57 yards before he was hurt. Sophomore running back Andrew Dowers scored the Rockets touchdown in the fourth quarter. He ran the ball 11 times for 48 yards and the score. “Turnovers (and) missed tackles doomed the Rockets,” Fayetteville coach

Harley McCullough said. “If we could have stayed healthy and played with the intensity of the first quarter we stood a chance.” The Rockets fell to 1-6 with the loss. Volleyball Western Brown picks up two more wins Last Thursday, the Lady Broncos traveled to Goshen and won 30 by scores of 25-20, 25-23 and 25-18. They then traveled to Clermont Northeastern on Wednesday night and beat the Rockets 3-0. They won 25-18, 25-17 and 25-11.

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Football 10/21 Western Brown vs Batavia Fayetteville vs Grove City Christian SECTIONAL SCHEDULE Girls Soccer 10/20 Western Brown at Batavia Fayetteville vs Seven Hills/Deer Park winner Ripley at Felicity Georgetown at CNE 10/22 Eastern vs Chesapeake Boys Soccer 10/18

Fayetteville at Cincinnati Christian 10/19 Western Brown at Mason Georgetown at Cincinnati Country Day Eastern vs North Adams/Portsmouth West winner 10/22 Ripley at Madeira/Purcell winner Volleyball 10/15 Fayetteville vs East Clinton at Blanchester 10/18 Eastern vs Portsmouth West Western Brown vs

Batavia/New Richmond winner at Goshen 10/20 Ripley vs CHCA at Blanchester Georgetown vs Fayetteville/East Clinton winner at Blanchester Cross Country 10/22 Western Brown at Voice of America Park, West Chester in Division I District race Ripley, Fayetteville and Georgetown at Voice of America Park, West Chester in Division III District race Eastern at University of Rio Grande in Division III

Lady Rockets come up short in quest for conference title

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By Andrew Wyder The Brown County Press LYNCHBURG-- Everyone knew what was on the line as the Fayetteville girls soccer team traveled to Lynchburg to battle the Lynchburg-Clay girls soccer team. With both teams coming to their last Southern Hills League game undefeated, a conference title and a gold ball was there for the taking. Unfortunately for the Lady Rockets, Wednesday night just wasn’t their best night. While usually a strong passing and a strong defensive team, the Lady Rockets could never seem to find their rhythm on either side of the field. And the Lady Mustangs were able to take advantage of their off night as they dealt the Lady Rockets their first SHL loss, a 3-0 setback. After the game, Lady Rockets coach Jim Schmidt felt his team had come up short because they were battling more than just the Lady Mustangs. “I think nerves got to them,” Schmidt said. “ I think I contribute tonight (with) the nerves. We weren’t making the passes we were supposed to be making. We’re a good team. I’m not taking anything away from our team.” He added, “What I’m getting at is (Lynchburg) didn’t have my best team tonight.” Though they had given up a goal in the first half when Lynchburg’s Shelby Stewart scored a goal about halfway through, the Lady Rockets were far from out of game as they took the field for the second half. And early on in the second half it looked like the Lady Rockets had gotten over their early jitters. Less than two minutes in, the Lady Rockets had two corners but weren’t able to put either chance in. On their next possession, they nearly got the equalizer. Tori Huber crossed a ball that her Lady Rocket teammate Brianna Plapp nearly got to right in front of the goal. The Lady Mustang keeper snatched the ball a step before Plapp could get there. For the next 10 minutes, however, the Lady Rockets jitters seemed to reappear. With Lady Rockets keeper Cheyenne Ramey giving up just her second goal in the conference season in the first half, it seemed that the Lady Rockets had a pretty good chance -- and time -- to get the equalizer. That didn’t turn out to be

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Fayetteville defender Betsy Wiederhold battles with a Lynchburg player during the teams game on Wednesday night.

the case as Ramey gave up two uncharacteristic goals in the first 10 minutes of the half. On the first goal, she came out to stop Lynchburg’s Brandi Hunter as she approached the goal but Hunter got the shot past her and it floated into the goal. Just minutes later -- with 34:51 left -- Ramey had Taylor Scott’s shot in her hands but it fell out and into the goal to give the Lady Mustangs a 3-0 lead. It was an unusual performance for the Lady Rockets usually strong back line and keeper. “Up to tonight my goalie had one goal scored against her all year (in conference),” Schmidt said. “Tonight I think her nerves showed. She let some things go that normally I don’t see go by. I think the defense let some things go by that normally don’t go by.” Though down three goals, the Lady Rockets never gave up. They attacked and they attacked hard for the final 30 minutes but they weren’t able to put any shots in the back of the net. One particular sequence summed up the Lady Rockets night. Megan Eyre made a nice move to get past her defender with about 31 minutes left and found an opening near the end line. She laid a perfect cross to Huber but the ball went through her legs as she was just feet from the goal. Abbey Rowe got the loose ball and uncorked a shot that just went

a bit high. Eyre, on the next Lady Rockets possession, got a cross from Megan South and headed a ball that sailed just high as she was feet from the goal. “Tonight, you take that away, Seriously,” Schmidt said of the multiple opportunities. “How many times did we miss a ball tonight? Hitting frame...hitting this... missing that...over. Within a few inches and the game’s a different game. It’s 4-3 us.” While they may not have been able to reach their goal of winning the SHL and getting the gold ball, the Lady Rockets still have plenty to play for. The Lady Rockets were selected as the No. 4 overall seed in the Southwest Division III sectional. They were given a first round bye and will host a second round game at Fayetteville against the winner of Seven Hills and Deer Park on Thursday, October 20 at 7:00 p.m. “We work all year to get a good seed down in Cincinnati,” Schmidt said. “That’s what I tried to tell them, we can do something that no other team in Fayetteville has done and that is go to a sectional championship. We’re hosting the second round of the tournament, which has never been done in Fayetteville for the girls.” He added, “We fought all year to get where we’re at. One game doesn’t define the Fayetteville Lady Rockets.”

G-Men give strong effort but come up short against Batavia By Andrew Wyder The Brown County Press The effort was there last Thursday evening for the Georgetown boys soccer team when they battled undefeated Southern Buckeye Conference foe Batavia. Despite putting forth that effort, however, the steadily improving G-Men squad wasn’t able to keep up with the talented Bulldogs and gave up three second half goals en route to a 3-0 loss. “The effort was there. That’s all I ask for,” Georgetown coach Neil Malone said. It was the G-Men’s effort that kept them in the game early on. The Bulldogs were constantly on the attack in the first half but because of the strong play of Georgetown keeper Bannon Swartz and the G-Men defensive back line of DJ Latham, Brad Zurbuch and Taylor Caudill, the hosts were able to keep the game scoreless at the break. While they did play well, they were continuously challenged in the half by the Bulldogs. Swartz, in particular, rose his level of play. He had several saves in the half that found him having to make a play one on one with the Bulldogs forwards. And Swartz won all of those encounters in the first half. “I challenged him before the game, I said you’ve got to play the game of your life if we’re going to compete,” Malone said of Swartz. “And he played very well. That’s the best game he’s played all year.” Though Swartz was very strong, he did have plenty of help. In particular the play of the back line was strong. “They all played pretty well -- Brad, DJ and Taylor Caudill,” Malone said. “Those guys get by on pure heart and athleticism.” With the Bulldogs keeping

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Georgetown keeper Bannon Swartz (in orange) makes a play on a ball during the G-Men’s game with Batavia last Thursday night.

possession for much of the half -- and outshooting the GMen by about 20 for the game -- the G-Men had few opportunities to score. However, the G-Men’s Brandon Tucker was able to make a couple of runs in the half. His shots were just off the mark, however. And it looked like the GMen were not only going to continue to give the Bulldogs a game in the second half but also find a way to win. After Swartz made two more saves to start the half, Tucker found teammate Austin Carrington in the front of the goal but his shot was just saved by the Bulldogs keeper with about 29 and a half minutes left. Momentum almost immediately changed as about a minute later the Bulldogs finally got a ball past Swartz. Off of a free kick about 20 yards out, Batavia’s Tim Knauer got a a low line drive to go. The ball looked to be an easy save for Swartz but it skipped off his hands and into the net for a 1-0 lead. “The same thing that happened tonight happened last time,” Malone said. “We gave up one goal...0-0, we give up

one goal and we just collapse.” The Bulldogs would add two more goals over the next 16 minutes to put the game away and give them a 3-0 victory. “That’s a good team,” Malone said. “They’re undefeated and they’re undefeated for a reason.” The loss dropped the GMen to 7-6 (2-3 SBC National Division) on the season. It was also the team’s second loss after coming back from fair break. They lost to Peebles 4-0 on October 3. Going into the break the GMen had won five in a row but with a team that is still learning, the break wasn’t opportune. Yet despite the losses, Malone is happy with the improvements of the team in his first season as coach. “I’m happy with where we’re at,” he said. “We’ve continuously gotten better. We’ll see what we’ve got the last three games. Maybe we’ll get some momentum and win a tournament game.” The G-Men will travel to take on Cincinnati Country Day on October 19 in the first round of the sectional.

Ripley Jr. High volleyball teams finish successful seasons

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The Ripley seventh grade volleyball team won the Southern Hills League division title with 9-1 record. They were the SHL Tournament runners-up. Team members pictured above, lr: Kassey Arnett, Bailey Adams, Harley Bruce, Kacy Gilkerson, Johannah Fisher, Shelbie Cox and coach Phil Ashcraft. Not pictured: Allie Tolliver.

The Western Brown Jr. High football teams both defeated Williamsburg on Wednesday night. The seventh grade team defeated the Wildcats 22-6 and raised their record to 2-2 on the season. A total team effort was given on both sides of the ball to help the Broncos get the win. Eli Crall connected with Tim Harvey for a short touchdown pass. Crall also connected with Josh Haggerty and Brian McGee for two twopoint conversions. Harvey also ran for two touch-

downs. Haggerty also recorded an interception while Joseph Dowd recorded a fumble recovery. Meanwhile, the eighth grade team finally played up to their potential and defeated the Wildcats 4419. The win moves the teams record to 4-2 on the season. Joe Hensley ran for three touchdowns and threw one to CJ Barkley. Barkley also recorded a two-point conversion. Eean Horung ran for a touchdown and two two-point conversions.

Jake McKinney added to the score by rushing for a touchdown. Defensively, Malachi Marlow had two interceptions while Hensley added one. Barkley and Corey Meyer each recorded a fumble recovery. Both teams finish the season on October 19th when they travel to Blanchester to battle the Wildcats. The seventh grade game begins at 4:30 p.m. with the eighth grade game immediately following.

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Western Brown Jr. High football teams each pick up a win over Williamsburg

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The Ripley eighth grade volleyball team finished as runners-up in the Southern Hills League regular season with a 9-4 record. Team members pictured front row, l-r: Leanna Kendrick, Alyssa Cornelius, Kari Davis, Suzanne Dragoo and Kristen Abbott. Pictured back row, l-r: Coach Phil Ashcraft, Courtney Germann, Marissa Moran, Julie Leonard, Savannah, Shivley and Cassidy Boone. Not pictured: Tommi Wright.

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Benefit Spaghetti Dinner for Maureen and Michael Harvey will be held on Saturday, October 15 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the St. Michael Parish Hall in Ripley. All proceeds from the event will help the Harvey’s defray the costs of Maureen’s battle with cancer. For more information call Ken Stein or Dan Polley, chairmen at the parish office at (937) 392-1116. Centenary United Methodist Church to hold Craft Bazaar on Saturday, October 15 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the church, 110 N. Second Street in Ripley. The event will include crafts, food and drinks a bake sale and much, much more. Start your holiday shopping with unique, one-of-a-kind items. For details call the church at (937) 3924975. Georgetown Presbyterian Church Rummage Sale will be held on Saturday, October 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. All profits will benefit missions. The church is located at 401 S. Main Street in Georgetown. For more information call (937) 3786582.

Russellville Church of Christ hosts annual fall steak dinner on Saturday, October 15 beginning at 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. The church is located on US 62, and the menu will include baked steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, tossed salad, dessert and drink. The cost is only $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 or under. Everyone is welcome and bring a friend. Free Community Meal hosted by the Mt. Nebo United Methodist Church Youth will be held at 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 15. Come join us for soup, sandwiches and more. The church is located at 11693 St. Rt. 774 in Bethel.

SUNDAY 10/16 Boy Scout Sunday will be hosted by the Mt. Orab United Methodist Church on Sunday, October 16 at

the church at both the 9 a.m. and the 11 a.m. service. Representatives from Boy Scout Troop 401 will talk about the mission and work of the scouts. Following 11 a.m. worship a special Eagle Scout will be recognized.

Diabetic Support Group will meet on Monday, October 17 at the Georgetown Methodist Church from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event will have guest speakers, educational material, diabetic recipes and more.

MONDAY 10/17 Save the Decatur Post Office Meeting is set for Monday, October 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Decatur Community Center on St. Rt. 125. All Decatur residents and Byrd Township postal patrons who are opposed to the closing of the Decatur Post Office are encouraged to attend. For more information contact Kay Fry at 373-3703. Russellville Community Action Planners (RCAPS) will meet in regular session on Monday, October 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rambler Center, 203 East main Street in Russellville. We hope to discuss the November 5 Craft Show and the public is invited to attend. For more information call (937) 377-5224. TOPS Chapter in Mt. Orab will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, October 17, 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 Sardinia will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, October 17, at Sardinia Church of the Nazarene on Sardinia-Mowrystown Road. Further information is available by calling Regina Davidson at (937) 446-3714.

Brown County Board of Commissioners will meet at 9 a.m. Monday, October 17, at the Commissioners Office, 800 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown. The public is invited to attend. Western Brown Board of Education will meet in regular session on Monday, October 17 at 7 p.m. This meeting is open to the public. RCAPS ( Russellville Community Action Planners) will meet in regular session at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, October 17 at the Rambler Center in the Arts Council room. Citizens of the community are urged to attend. TOPS Chapter in Ripley will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, October 17, at Ripley Church of the Nazarene, 230 N. Second St. Further information is available by calling Kaye Nichols at (937) 377-2501. Basic Dental Care Clinic for Brown County senior citizens will be offered on October 17 and 24. This basic dental care is for seniors who are unable to afford these important services. This program is available thanks to the Area Agency on Aging District 7 and The Ohio State University School of

COURT NEWS Property Sales

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Robert M. and Alberta Stewart to Randchar, Inc. Lot 54 and Lot 55 in Lands Midway Acres in Clark Twp., filed 10-5-11, $13,000 Roy Barger III to Community Savings Bank, Lot 9 in Adkins Sub., Hamersville Village, Clark Twp., filed 10/4/2011, $60,000 Jessica and Lawrence J Wessel Jr., to North American Trading Group, Inc., 5 acres of land in Franklin Twp., filed 10/4/2011, $25,100 Walter D. Hudson III to Rebecca L. and Walter D. Hudson III, 22.09 acres of land in Green Twp., filed 10/5/2011 Gerald V. and Lucille Ruble to Michael and Donna Scott, .55 acres of land in Mt. Orab, Green Twp., filed 10/5/2011, $26,500 O’Dell and Freda Smith to Gary and Dale Smith, 10.72 acres of land in Huntington Twp., filed 10/5/2011 Robert D. Bolar to 77 G’S LLC, 16.38 acres of land in Huntington Twp., filed 10/6/2011, $23,800 ODell Smith et al to Gary and Dale Smith 97.88 acres of land in Huntington Twp., filed 10/5/2011 Freda and O’Dell Smith to Gary and Dale Smith, 87.32 acres of land in Huntington Twp., filed 10/5/2011 Robin M. Fletcher to Guardian Savings Bank FSB 8.61 acres of land in Jackson Twp., filed 10/4/2011, $88,000 Teresa and Brian G. Palmer to Federal National Mortgage Association, Lot 1575, Lot 1576 and Lot 1577 in Lake Lorelei Sub., Perry Twp., filed 10/3/2011, $30,000 Robert L. and Sally Stewart to Robert L, Gary Lee and Dennis Alan Stewart, trustees, Lot 1064 and Lot 935 in Lake Lorelei Sub., Perry Twp., filed 10/5/2011 Kenneth R. and Brenda F. Wells to American General Financial, Lot 247 in Lake Lorelei Sub., Perry Twp., filed 10/6/2011, $32,000 Angela A. and Harold E. Smith III to the State of Ohio, Lot 334 in Lake Lorelei Sub., Perry Twp., filed 10/6/2011 Gerald and Stephaine Comberger to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, trustee, 1.55 acres of land in Murray Corner Sub, Lot 5 in Perry Twp., filed 10/5/2011, $55,000 Charles and Angelia M. Cadwallader to Thomas and Robin Moran, 3.45 acres of land in Perry Twp., filed 10/6/2011, $78,490 Harold D. and Clarice Smith to Clarice Smith, Lot 8 and Lot 9 in Carrelli Sub., Perry Twp., filed 10/6/2011 US Bank National Association to EH Pooled 611 LP, 1 acre of land in Perry Twp., filed 10/5/2011, $13,250 Jonny Lee Hill to the State of Ohio, out Lot 16 in Perry Twp., filed 10/6/2011 Ray and Nellie P. Russell trustees to Richard A. and Gregory W. Stross, 115 acres of land in Perry Twp., filed 10/6/2011 Dixie and James R. Williams trustees to Richard and Cynthia Sutton, 6 acres of land in St. Martin Village, filed 10/4/2011, $44,720 Raymond Burris to Charles Estil Storer, 19.72 acres of land in Pike Twp., filed 10/3/2011 Shari L. Ruttencutter to Abigail Reardon, 8.25 acres of land in Pike Twp., filed 10/6/2011, $223,500 Robert Dean Blevins et al to Wilma Nicely, 1.75 acres of land in Pleasant Twp., filed 10/4/2011, $45,000 Kimberly and Richard R. Frey Jr., to Midfirst Bank, out Lot 20 and 21 in Georgetown, Pleasant Twp., filed 10/4/2011, $55,124 Connie and Earl Seip to Jennifer L. Johnson, 12.30 acres of land in Scott Twp., filed 10/3/2011 Kerrie K. Matre, trustee to Marilyn F. and Robert R. Galey Jr., 1.08 acres of land in Scott Twp., filed 10/6/2011, $133,500 Charles, Alice and Michelle Houser to Michelle Houser, .75 acres of land in Sterling Twp., filed 10/6/2011 Robert Kelley et al to the State of Ohio, .94 acres of land in Union Twp., filed 10/6/2011 Larry and Diana Knechtly trustees to Richie L. and Sheila J. Waterfield, .29 acres of land in Union Twp., filed 10/3/201, $40,000

Milford L. Fisher, Georgetown, case 20111188, DOD 4/9/2011, filed 10/7/11 Alice Houser, Mt. Orab, case 20111183, DOD 8/15/11, filed 10/6/11 Pam Kratzer, Mt. Orab, case 20110082, DOD 5/6/11, filed 10/6/11 Martha Pollington, Mt. Orab, case 20110084, DOD 7/22/11, filed 10/6/11 Albert Pritchard, Mt. Orab, case 20110086, DOD 8/3/11, filed 10/7/11 Harold D. Smith, Fayetteville, case 20111185, DOD 8/16/11, filed 10/6/11 Mable Smith, Williamsburg, case 20111181, DOD 5/15/11, filed 10/5/11 Gladys M. Stamper, Georgetown, case 20111180, DOD 9/14/11, filed 10/3/11 Eleanor Wiederhold, Fayetteville, case 20111187, DOD 8/17/11, filed 10/7/11

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Marriages Misty Dawn Carter, 22, Sardinia, cook/dishwasher to marry Corey Wade Blanton, 23, Williamsburg, security guard, filed 10/3/2011 Brooke Danae Edgington, 23, Georgetown, Brown County WIC to marry Joshua Warren Hunter, 28, Georgetown, state trooper, filed 10/3/2011 Christina Marie Gilreath, 26, Mt. Orab, unemployed to marry James Paul Wright, 26, Mt. Orab, unemployed, filed 10/3/2011 Geneva A. Osborne, 80, Cincinnati, retired to marry Burl R. Nichols, 83, Mt. Orab, retired, filed 10/3/2011 Pamela Sue Fuson, 26, Georgetown, SSI to marry Charles Linn Brandstutter,II, 25, Georgetown, SS2, filed 10/4/2011 Laci Nikole Clopay, 25, Georgetown, to marry Colt L. Weatherspoon, 27, Georgetown, boilermaker, filed 10/4/2011 Bethany Nicole Deering, 23, Sardinia, caregiver to marry Cory R. Ashmore, 22, Ripley, laborer filed 10/5/2011 Jessica Lynn Romine, 20, Blanchester, manager to marry Adam J. Ahrmann, 27, Blanchester, manager, filed 10/7/2011 Dannielle Rae Hesler, 24, Lakeside Park, KY, homemaker to marry Frankie Neal Watkins, 27, Lakeside Park, KY, aerospace, filed 10/7/2011 Amy Leann Latham, 33, Sardinia, home manager to marry Ronald James Watkins, 26, Sardinia, A+ Door Service, filed 10/7/2011 Jordan Stamper, 21, Georgetown, ed tech to marry Dusty Day, 23, Georgetown, sprinkler fitter, filed 10/7/2011 Robin Bayless, 39, Georgetown, nursing to marry Bobbie Neu, 40, Georgetown, carpenter, filed 10/7/2011

Civil Cases Nathaniel Webb versus Dan Scott, filed 10/4/2011 case 20110892 Rita Planck versus Amelia Traft, filed 10/3/2011, case 20110907, Action: stalking order Capital One Bank versus James Rose, filed 10/3/2011, case 20110911, Action: other civil Discover Bank versus Sharon Ruggles, filed 10/3/2011, case 20110912, Action: other civil Bank of America, N.A. Successor versus Janice L. Schosky, filed 10/4/2011, case 20110914, Action: foreclosures Brenda K. Apodaca versus Joel Edward Apodaca, filed 10/4/2011, case 20110916, Action: stalking order Mark D. Durbin versus John Apodaca, filed 10/4/2011, case 20110917, Action: stalking order Federal Hole Loan Mortgage versus Roy Adkins, filed 10/4/2011, case 20110918, Action: foreclosures Connie Dearing versus Patricia White, filed 10/4/2011, case 20110922, Action: stalking order Treasurer of Brown County versus Phillip Shane Davis, filed 10/4/2011, case 20110923, Action: foreclosures Asset Acceptance, LLC versus Michael Waits, filed 10/4/2011, case 20110924, Action: other civil Asset Acceptance, LLC versus Joann Sams, filed 10/4/2011, case 20110925, Action: other civil Asset Acceptance, LLC versus Katrina McCray, filed 10/4/2011, case 20110926, Action: other civil Juanita Nichols versus PGAC, filed 10/5/2011, case 20110930, Action: other torts (personal injury) Bowling Family Investments versus Donna Slonecker, filed 10/5/2011, case 20110931, Action: foreclosures HSBC Bank USA National Trust versus Todd E. Woods, filed 10/5/2011, case 20110932, Action: foreclosures Nathaniel Webb versus Dan Scott, filed 10/5/2011, case 20110934, Action: stalking order Francis Aaron versus Personal Service Insurance, filed 10/5/2011, case 20110935, Action: other civil Stephanie D. Kilgore versus Robert L. Watkins, filed 10/5/2011 case 20110938, Action: stalking order Midland Funding De LLC versus Chris Patterson, filed 10/6/2011, case 20110939, Action: other civil Guardian Savings Bank versus Kathryn Moore, case 20110940, filed 10/6/2011, Action: foreclosures Brown County Board of Health versus Tina Roberts, filed 10/7/2011, case 20110942, Action: other civil Discover Bank c/o Db, versus Randall R. Costa, filed 10/7/2011, Case 20110944, Action: other civil Capital One Bank versus Walter L. Smith, filed 10/7/2011, case 20110945, Action: other civil Capital One Bank USA NA versus Ronda L. Colliver, filed 10/7/2011, case 20110946, Action: other civil Teresa Souder versus Haley Wright, filed 10/7/2011, case 20110947, Action: other civil

Domestic Cases Cynthia Dennis, Fayetteville versus Donny Dennis, Fayetteville, filed 10/3/11, Action: dissolution Clinton L. Planck, Georgetown versus Amelia Traft, Cincinnati, filed 10/3/11, Action: domestic violence Elizabeth Chisenhall, Mt. Orab versus Jeshua Chisenhall, Batavia, filed 10/3/2011, Action: termination of marriage Donna J. Pugh, Georgetown versus Raymond W. Pugh, Williamsburg, filed 10/3/2011, Action: termination of marriage Mary Green, Colorado Springs, CO versus Jesse Green, Georgetown, filed 10/4/2011, Action U.R.E.S.A. Jessica Jones, Newport, KY versus Gary Hardy, Mt. Orab, filed 10/4/2011. Action: U.R.E.S.A. Bradley Z. Schadle, Georgetown versus Kami N. Schadle, filed 10/7/2011, Action: termination of marriage Nathaniel Webb, Williamsburg versus Randi E. Scott, Williamsburg, filed 10/4/2011, Action: domestic violence Marianne Holste, Lake Waynoka versus Robert Holste, Lake Waynoka, filed 10/4/2011, Action: termination of marriage Bennie Davis, Mt. Orab versus Tabitha Christman, Mt. Orab, filed 10/5/2011, Action: domestic violence Aaron A. Schweitzer, Mt. Orab versus Tifinie Brown, Milford, filed 10/5/2011, Action: domestic violence John L. Birchfield, Mt. Orab, versus Jan McComas Birchfield, Batavia, filed 10/7/11, Action dissolution of marriage

Dentistry. No income guidelines. To make a reservation at the Dental Clinic, to be held at the Brown County Senior Center please call (937) 378-6603.

October 19, at the Riverbend Apartments Community Room. Further information is available by calling Kaye Nichols at (937) 3772501.

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Haunted Hills at Magic Waters will be held each Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening from October 14 through October 30. Anyone interested in participating in this event should call (937) 365-1388 from more information. No young people under age 12 will be considered. The location is at 7757 Cave Road in Bainbridge.

5th Annual Adams County Civil War Days will be held on Saturday, October 15 from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. and on Sunday, October 16 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. This event is hosted by The John T. Wilson Homestead in Tranquility, and will be held just off St. Rt. 32 North of Seaman on St. Rt. 770. Included in the happenings will be cannon firing, cavalry demonstrations, Civil War camps, living histories, horse drawn wagon rides, observation balloon rides and lots of food and vendors. Walk-ins are only $2 or $5 for all day parking by the car load. for more information visit www.johntwilsonhomestead.com or call Tom Stern at (937) 386-1462 or (937) 544-5639.

THURSDAY 10/20 TUESDAY 10/18 Zumba Classes will be offered by Snap Fitness, 127 North Point Drive in Mt. Orab at 6:30 on Tuesday, October 18. These classes are for members of Snap Fitness as well as non-members. Please call (937) 444-5230 for more information. Mt. Orab Village Council will meet in regular session on Tuesday, October 18 beginning at 8 p.m. The meeting is open to the public. African Violet Club to meet on Thursday, October 18 at 7 p.m. in the craft room of the New England Club located at 8135 Beechmont Avenue. The program will feature ‘Trailing African Violets,’ with a hands on grooming session. For more information visit www.cincyavs.org or call (859) 240-9057 Eastern Local School District Board of Education will meet in regular session beginning at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 18. This meeting is open to the public. Book Club for Adults will meet at the Mt. Orab Library on Tuesday, October 18 at 3 p.m. The public is invited to attend. Yoga Classes will be offered by Snap Fitness, 127, North Point Drive, Mt. Orab at 7:30 p.m. at the center on Tuesday, October 18. Members of Snap Fitness as well as non-members are welcome. Please call (937) 444-5230 for details. Ripley-Union-Lewis-Huntington School District Board of Education will meet in regular session at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 18. This meeting is open to the public. Pleasant Township Trustees will meet in regular session at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 18 in Georgetown. The public is invited to attend. ABCAP Bingo will be held on Tuesday, October 18, at 406 West Plum Street in Georgetown. $200 monthly door prize, Weekly Hog Wild Jackpots. For more information call (937) 378-6041 ext. 223.

WEDNESDAY 10/19 TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter in Winchester will meet at 10 a.m.. Wednesday, October 19, at Winchester Church of Christ in Christian Union, 1540 Tri-County Highway, Winchester. Further information is available by calling Bobbi Wilson at (937) 446-4662. The Georgetown Exempted Village School District Board of Education will meet in regular session at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, October 19. The public is welcome and invited to attend. Brown County Democratic Club will meet on Wednesday, October 19 at 7:30 p.m. at the Senior Center in Brown County, 505 North Main Street in Georgetown. For more information on the meeting call (937) 239-8234. Brown County Public Library monthly board meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 19 at the Mt. Orab Library, 613 S. High Street. The Book Club for Adults will meet at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 19 at the Sardinia Library. The public is invited to join in and take part in this club. Brown County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors will meet on Wednesday, October 19 at 7 a.m. at the office, located at 706 South Main Street in Georgetown. For more information call (937) 3784424. Brown County Board of Commissioners will meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday, October 19, at the Commissioners Office, 800 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown. The public is invited to attend. Brown County Board of Developmental Disabilities will hold an ethics committee meeting and regular board meeting at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 19 at the Habilitation Center, 9116 Hamer Road in Georgetown. The public is invited to attend. Sit and Stitch will meet 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, October 19, at the Sardinia Public Library, 13309 Purdy Road, Sardinia. Anyone who is a crocheter or spinner or who wants to learn, is invited to attend and bring a current project. Children are welcome. Further information is available by calling (937) 403-8481 or (513) 314-1656. TOPS Chapter in Aberdeen will meet at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday,

Kickboxing Classes will be offered on Thursday at 6:30 on October 20, at the Snap Fitness Center in Mt. Orab, 127 N. Point Drive. These classes are open to members as well as non members. For details call (937) 444-5230. Quarter Raffle Sponsored by the Brown County General Hospital Auxiliary will be held on Thursday, October 20 in the cafeteria at the hospital from 6 to 7 p.m. Food and drinks will be available. Car Seat Check, sponsored by the Early Head Start Program will be conducted on Thursday, October 20 from 10 a.m. until noon at the Pamida Parking Lot in Georgetown.(Rain date October 27). Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be on site. For any questions call 1-(877) 5822140. Governing Board of the Brown County Educational Service Center will be held on Thursday, October 20 at 10:30 a.m. in the offices of the board Clark Township Trustees will meet in regular session at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 20 at the Hamersville firehouse. The public is invited to attend. Book Club for Adults will meet on Thursday, October 20 from 6:30 to 8 p.m at the Mt. Orab Library. This club meeting is open to visitors. Franklin Township Trustees will meet in regular session on Thursday, October 20 at 7 p.m. at Arnheim. This meeting is open to the public. The Fayetteville-Perry Local School District Board of Education will meet in regular session on Thursday, October 20 beginning at 6 p.m. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. Pike Township Trustees will meet in regular session on Thursday, October 20 at 7 p.m. on Rt. 774. This meeting is open to the public. Brown County Chamber of Commerce will meet in regular session at 8 a.m. on Thursday, October 20 at Southern Hills Career and Technical Center in Georgetown. The public is always welcome. Scott Township Trustees will hold their regular scheduled monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 20 at New Hope. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. Yoga Classes will be offered at the Snap Fitness center in Mt. Orab, 127 North Point Drive beginning at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, October 20. These classes are open to both members and non-members. Call (937) 444-5230 for more information.

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Alcoholics Anonymous will meet 8:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, October 20, at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 220 S. High St., Mt. Orab. Adams/Brown County Alzheimer's/Dementia Family Caregiver support group will meet Thursday, October 20, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Adams County Regional Medical Center, second floor. For more information (937) 386-3590.

FRIDAY 10/21 Free knitting and crocheting classes at the Rambler Center (old Russellville-Jefferson High School) in Russellville will be held 10 a.m.noon Friday, October 21. Anyone who would like information or a list of supplies or who wishes to register for the next group of classes may call Mary Kelch at (513) 7342501 or (513) 543-3137. Fall Carnival at the Sardinia Elementary School will be held from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, October 21 at the new school, 7742 Tri-County Highway. The event will include costume contests, game booths, cake walk, pumpkin patch and face paintings as well as great food and a raffle. Everyone is invited to attend. Brown County Singing Convention will be held at Fairview Christian Church at 10888 St. Rt. 68 in Georgetown beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, October 21. Everyone is invited to attend. For questions or directions to the church please contact Larry Downing at (937) 446-3259.

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Fall Carnival at Georgetown Elementary School, sponsored by the PTO will be held on Friday, October 21 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the students. Come join us for a night of fun for the entire family.

SATURDAY 10/22 Wrestling at the Rambler Center in Russellville will be held on Saturday, October 22 , brought to the center by Jeremiah L. Young of West Union. For more information call Bobbie Sue Tibbe at (937) 3775224.

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Fourth Annual 5K Run/Walk for Scholarships, sponsored by Clermont College will be held on Saturday, October 22 beginning at 9:30 a.m. at UC East, 1981 James E. Sauls Sr. Drive in Batavia. To register online www.runningtime.net or call (513) 558-9964 or email meredith.delaney@uc.edu. Annual Craft Fair, sponsored by the Mt. Orab United Methodist Church Women will be held on Saturday, October 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the church, at 212 Church Street in Mt. Orab. At least 25 vendors will be at the craft fair. Special feature will be ‘Grandma’s Attic,’ (gently used products). Lunch will also be served to include lots of soups and other lunch specials including our “Best Cook,” recipes, cakes, pies and all kinds of desserts. For more information contact Sue at (937) 444-6161.

UPCOMING EVENTS Halloween Dance, sponsored by the Georgetown American Legion and Auxiliary Post 180 on Saturday,

Project Linus Blanket Making Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sardinia Church of Christ, 7130 Bachman Drive. So grab your crochet hooks, knitting needles, scissors, sewing machines and whatever else you need and join us. All You Can Eat Pancake and Sausage Breakfast, sponsored by the Mt. Orab Lions Club, will be held on Saturday, October 29 from 7:30 to 11 a.m. at the Western Brown High School. Cost for adults is only $5, children under age 12 eat free. Get tickets from any club member or at the Mt. Orab Barber Shop, 453 W. Main Street or at Health Quest, 131 Northpoint Drive. For more information call (937) 444-4791. Annual Harvest Dinner and Homemade Cake Auction, sponsored by St. Michael’s School in Ripley will be held on Sunday, October 23 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. The cost is only $8 per person and children 12 and under are only $4. Secretary of State, Jon Husted’s liaison to hold office hours at the Sardinia Public Library on Tuesday, October 25 from 1 to 4 p.m. The goal is to give local citizens an opportunity to learn more about and stay connected with the Secretary of State’s office in an informal and accessible setting. 2011 Bethel Down Home Christmas will be held on Saturday, December 3. Parade begins at 6 p.m. Santa will be on hand. Deadline for getting listed in the brochure is November 7. For more information call 513-734-4445 or visit www.bethelohevents.com. Fall Revival at Hamersville Baptist Church, 1661 St. Rt. 125 in Hamersville will be held Thursday through Saturday, October 27-29 beginning each night at 7 p.m., then on Sunday, October 30 beginning at

11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Special singing at each service. Guest preacher will be Dr. Chuck Sams. Everyone is welcome. Southern Hills Career and Technical Center in Georgetown will hold its annual spaghetti supper on Friday, November 4, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Door prizes are being accepted for the silent auction. For details call (937) 378-6131, ext. 353. Soup Supper Saturday at the Georgetown American Legion and Auxiliary Unit 180 will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, November 5 at the Post, 1001 South Main Street. Soup choices will include bean, potato, vegetable and chicken noodle, along with corn bread, slaw, applesauce, desserts, coffee and tea, at a cost of only $6 for adults and $3 for children, all you can eat. The public is invited to attend. Brown County Soil and Water Conservation District board of supervisors will hold its annual special election on Monday, October 24. For more information on this election please call (937) 378-4424. Lake Lorelei Craft Show, is fast approaching and is set for Saturday, November 5 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the Clubhouse. Sign up now for a table that is provided at a cost of only $15. For details call Gerry at (513) 875-3851. Lake Lorelei is located on St. Rt. 131 near US Route 50. Mt. Orab 2011 Christmas Parade has been set for Saturday, November 26. Anyone interested in sponsoring part of the parade or has any questions on how to participate please call (937) 444-2281. Rambler Center Craft Show still have space for more crafters. The 6th Annual Craft Show is scheduled for Saturday, November 5 from 9 to 4 p.m. in the Rambler Center in Russellville. for more information contact mary Kelch at (513) 7342501 or (513) 543-3137.

Education will meet in regular session on Wednesday, October 26 at the board office, 9193 Hamer Road in Georgetown. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. Mammography Department at BCGH to hold Open House on Thursday, October 27 from 1 to 3 p.m. Please come and tour the digital mammography suite at the Brown County General Hospital in Georgetown and stop by for refreshments.

ONGOING EVENTS Flu Clinics at the Brown County Health Department have been scheduled for each Tuesday, from 8 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 4 p.m. The cost is $20. For more information call (937) 378-6892. Diabetic Support Group, sponsored by the Brown County Sugar Helpers Group invites anyone interested in learning more about diabetes to meetings held the second Monday of each month at the Georgetown United Methodist Church from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The church is located 217 South Main Street in Georgetown. Yoga Classes will be offered by The Hospice Center located on Hughes Blvd in Mt. Orab at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. For more information on this class please contact Jane Amiot at (937) 444-3446. Helping Hands Please come shop with us any Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday from 9 a.m. until noon at 668 Camp Run Road in Georgetown. Order new book on one room schools now, from the Brown County Historical Society. The book discusses about 70 one-room schools located in Brown County. Please call Joyce Wallace at (937) 378-4444 or any society member to purchase a book. Senior Bingo will be held from 9 to 11:30 a.m. each Monday at the Georgetown Nutrition Center. Please bring a $1 wrapped gift. A nutritional meal will be offered.

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HIV/Hepatitis C Testing is offered free by the Brown County Health Department by appointment only. The HIV test results are available within 15 minutes. To schedule an appointment call (937) 378-6892. Crafting Classes will begin the second Saturday of the month at the Mt. Orab Public Library, sessions from 1 to 2 p.m., at the library, 613 South High Street in Mt. Orab. The classes are for adult patrons with the Care and Share program. Adams/Brown County Alzheimer/s/Dementia Family Caregiver Support Group will meet on the second Thursday of each month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Adams County Regional Medical Center in the second floor conference room. For more information (937) 386-3590. Adams-Brown Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program income guidelines have been increased to 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Anyone wishing to obtain further information or to schedule an appointment to discuss obtaining EHEAP services may contact the Adams Brown Community Action Program Office in Georgetown at (937) 378-6041 or 1-800-553-7393, Ext. 253 or 254. Walk-in hours are 8-11 a.m. daily at the ABCAP Office at 406 W. Plum St., Georgetown, and outreach is available for the very elderly or disabled. We Can Help Food Bank at the corner of Decatur-Eckmansville Road and State Route 125 is open 11 a.m-4 p.m. Fridays and is sponsored by private donations and the Decatur United Methodist Church. Donations should be made when the Food Bank is not open, and all donations are appreciated. Southern Hills Adult Education Department offers adults an array of computer classes throughout the school year at Southern Hills Career and Technical Center, 9193 Hamer Road, Georgetown. Anyone wanting further information or wishing to register for an Adult Education class may contact

Southern Hills Adult Education at (937) 378-6131, Ext. 357. The Brown County Senior Citizens Council, located at 505 N. Main Street in Georgetown offers transportation for medical appointments, shopping area, nutrition sites and other service providers. It also offers homemaker assistance, Respite Care, Passport which offers alternatives to nursing home placement and caregiver support. To contact a representative, call (937) 378-2560 or toll free at (877) 2598598.

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October 29 from 8 p.m. until midnight, featuring Mike Woo and the Vibrations. All proceeds will be for veterans programs for Legion and Auxiliary.

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.

Historical Society selling book The Brown County Historical Society has published a book about one room schools of the past century. There were about 70 one room schools located in Brown County. This book has 264 pages full of pictures of students, the buildings and interviews. You may have relatives in the book with most students being identified. If you would like to purchase a book please call Joyce Wallace at (937) 378-4444 or any society member.

Cincinnati Museum Center launches new web platform Designed in partnership with Openfield Creative Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) revealed today a new Web platform designed in partnership with Cincinnatibased Openfield Creative and CMC’s digital engagement, informatics and marketing teams. The new Web site is built on a Drupal platform, and provides significantly enhanced functionality and shareability. Users are able to navigate the three museums, OMNIMAX Theater, library, Union Terminal, and aspects of our nature preserve and collections facility to get a complete picture of everything Cincinnati Museum Center has to offer. Through dynamic planning tools, users can develop customized experiences based on age, interest and various other categories making the time they spend with us as rich as possible. “Cincinnati Museum Center has so much to offer our visitors and our researchers. The opportunity to build a platform leveraging the benefits of the open source community provides great functionality and flexibility and will allow us to continue to build great tools in the future,” said Shawn Mummert, CMC’s informatics champion. Originally launched in 2001, the new Cincymuseum.org Web site now offers a fresh new look that is captivating and bright, and is designed to reflect the kind of inspiration that we offer through exhibits, programs and activities. Rich images have been incorporated into every aspect of the site to better represent the kind of experience people can expect when they come to Cincinnati Museum Center. Josh Barnes, cofounder of Openfield Creative explained his firm’s approach and passion for working with CMC to design this new Web platform, “As visitors to Museum Center as children, and now as parents, one thing has always been clear to us: There are so many ways to experience CMC. Every visit can be different. But presenting such a wide variety of information so that it's quickly and easily understood can be complex. We gave ourselves the chal-

lenge of creating an online experience that opens people's eyes to the different ways families, individuals and groups can experience Museum Center.” A key focal point of this phase of CMC’s new platform is the curated experience that is offered through suggested itineraries. With more intuitive search and planning tools you can easily plan your next visit, follow your areas of interest and bookmark rich content for future online learning. This new platform also allows for deeper integrations with social media, allowing you to share your favorite experiences with friends and family. The new cincymuseum.org Web site is one result of a new way CMC has been thinking about technology. Beginning in fall 2010, CMC began organizing staff around the idea that the technology systems at the museum should work more effectively together. The goal is increased data sharing and easier access to information and content management. The result today is a better way to plan your visit, conduct your research, share your interests and come back for more history, science and curiosity. “It is an exciting time for museums and the web. The tools of storytelling and research continue to evolve,” said Douglass W. McDonald, president and CEO of Cincinnati Museum Center. “Museums are about the promise of learning. We are excited to unlock the lessons held by treasures from our past and want to fuel the hope of new discoveries. Technologies that help us sort your interests, share your experiences and access vast amounts of content keep museums, and particularly Cincinnati Museum Center, as the family destination of choice.” Barnes and his Openfield Creative partners, Brian Keenan and Brandon Blangger concluded this phase of CMC’s Web transformation by offering this statement; “Places like the Cincinnati Museum Center improve the quality of life and help form the identity of our community. We were all absolutely thrilled to be

entrusted with working with such an important Cincinnati icon. It has been a one-of-akind project for our team.” ### About Cincinnati Museum Center Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal is a nationally recognized institution as

well as national historic landmark. Dedicated to sparking community dialogue, insight and inspiration, Museum Center was awarded the 2009 National Medal for Museum and Library Service. Our Union Terminal has been voted the nation’s 45th most important building by the American Institute of Architects. Organizations

within Cincinnati Museum Center include the Cincinnati History Museum, Duke Energy Children’s Museum, the Museum of Natural History & Science, the Robert D. Lindner Family OMNIMAX® Theater and the Cincinnati Historical Society Library. Recognized by Forbes Traveler Magazine as the 17th most visited museum

in the country, Cincinnati Museum Center welcomes one million plus visitors annually. Cincinnati Museum Center gratefully acknowledges operating and capital support from the taxpayers of Hamilton County and the State of Ohio. For more information, visit www.cincymuseum.org.

Blue catfish project moves to Hoover Reservoir, found only in Ohio River Yearling and fingerling blue catfish will be stocked into Hoover Reservoir for the first time in the fall of 2011, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. This stocking effort is part of a pilot project conducted by the division’s Inland Fisheries Research Unit to determine if stocking blue catfish can create trophy fisheries in Ohio reservoirs. This is the second time that blue catfish will be stocked in

Ohio waters in more than 30 years. Blue catfish are native to Ohio, but are currently found only in the Ohio River and its tributaries. The Ohio’s state record blue catfish was caught in the Ohio River in 2009 and weighed in at 96 pounds. Careful monitoring of this project will determine whether annual stocking in a reservoir with suitable habitat and prey can produce a high quality fishery. If stocking results are positive and state

fish hatcheries are able to meet production demands, stocking may be expanded to additional reservoirs. Hoover Reservoir is an impoundment of Big Walnut Creek in Franklin County that is owned and operated by the City of Columbus. Fisheries in this 2,880-acre reservoir are managed by the Division of Wildlife through an agreement with the City of Columbus. Blue catfish are similar in appearance to channel catfish,

however young blue catfish do not exhibit the “freckled” coloration that is characteristic of young channel catfish. The edge of the anal fin (the fin on the underside of the fish closest to the tail) of blue catfish forms a straight line and is longer than that of channel catfish, which is curved. For more information about fishing regulations, fish identification, or where to fish visit the fishing pages at wildohio.com

Brown County Farm Bureau holds annual meeting The 2011 Annual Meeting of the Brown County Farm Bureau was held Monday, August 29 at Southern Hills Career & Technical Center in Georgetown. President Doug Dyer welcomed approximately 141 members and guests at 6:30 p.m. and led the pledge to the flag. Bea Fryman, County Office Administration, gave the invocation after which a delicious buffet dinner was served by Lake Manor of Mt. Orab. Following the meal a brief business meeting was held. During this time the minutes of the 2010 annual meeting and the 2010-2011 financial statements were approved. Harold Cropper, Jeff Cluxton, John Herbolt and Charlie Utter were elected to serve a 3-year term on the board of trustees. Richard Bissantz, Jim Crocker, Doug Dyer and JoAnn Fauth as del-

egates to the 2012 state annual meeting. Several policies were presented and passed. Jacob McKinney, Dylan Scott, Lara Staples, Emily Tatman and Zachary Wallace were recognized as the recipients of the 2011 Brown County Farm Bureau scholarships. The Odd Couples Council were recognized for having the highest percentage in attendance and received a check for $25. Craig Adams, OFBF Trustee, gave an update on the happenings at the state level, including the legislative efforts of Ohio Farm Bureau. Heather Utter introduced the Team Action Leaders, Communications – Jim Crocker, Food & Animal Issues – Jon Moran, Organization – Charlie Utter, Public Policy – Chris Rogers and Membership – Randy

Hanselman. Each received a small token of appreciation. Heather Utter thanked Doug Dyer for his four (4) years of serving as president of Brown County Farm Bureau and presented him with a small gift. Doug then passed the gavel to the new president, Chris Rogers during a brief installation service. Rogers introduced the 2011-2012 Action Team Leaders. Communications -

JoAnn Fauth, Food & Animal Issue - Sara Campbell, Membership - Jim Crocker, Organization - Charlie Utter and Public Policy - Doug Dyer. Many door prizes which were made possible through the generosity of our board members, local merchants, public officials and candidates. The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m.

NARFE meeting set NARFE, National Active and Retired Federal Employees Will hold it meeting at the Senior Citizens Center. In Hillsboro, Ohio 185 Muntz. St. Every third Monday at 1:00 p.m. Directions: Highway 50 (W Main St) to center of Hillsboro turn Right on S High St go Four streets, Muntz St is on your Left, go 75 yards the Center is on the Right. From Highway 73/63 (S High St) go through center of town go Four Streets Muntz St on your Left, Center on your Right. We are looking for Federal, Postal and Agriculture employees NOW ! Call VP Jerry Townsley 513-875-2794. Chapter #2230 I know You can make a difference!

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13th Annual Decatur Halloween Fall Festival is set for Friday, October 21 at the Decatur Community Center on St. Rt. 125. Food will begin being served at 5 p.m. Event to include decorated pumpkin contest, masquerade parade and costume contest, cake walk, kids games, auction and raffle and much more. Everyone is invited to join in the fun.

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Development Economics, instructors will explain and interpret tax regulations and recent changes in tax laws at these schools. Continuing education credit for accountants, enrolled agents, attorneys, and certified financial planners will be offered. The preregistration fee for each workshop is $350. The fee includes all materials, lunches and refreshments. The first day program begins at 9 a.m. and adjourns at 5 p.m.; the second day resumes at 8:30 a.m. and concludes at 4 p.m. In addition, a two-hour ethics session will be offered at three of the tax school locations (Kent, Columbus and Lima) during the first evening of these three schools from 5:15-7:15 p.m. The registration fee for the ethics workshop is $60 per person. Complete workshop information for the eight OSU Income Tax Schools and the three ethics workshops can be found at http://incometaxschools.osu.e du, where a downloadable registration form as well as online registration also is available.

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The Internal Revenue Service is asking Ohio residents to be on guard against tax scams promoted by individuals trying to persuade them to file false returns. These scams have, in many cases, targeted elderly taxpayers in the Midwest but have since spread to states nationwide, to include Ohio. The IRS has noted an increase in tax-return-related scams involving unsuspecting seniors and others who normally do not have a filing requirement in the first place. These taxpayers are led to believe they should file a return with the IRS for money to which they are not entitled. “Scammers are posing as tax return preparers, targeting the elderly and others receiving Social Security benefits. The scammers promise large tax refunds, and lure unsuspecting victims into paying for the preparation and filing of fraudulent tax returns claiming false withholding, credits, refunds or rebates,” said Jennifer Jenkins, IRS spokesperson. “This summer, scammers hit Erie, Pa. We now have reports the scam has crossed the border

Ohio State University Extension will offer eight OSU Income Tax Schools across Ohio from Nov. 9 through Dec. 10. These twoday schools are designed for those who have some experience preparing and filing federal and state tax returns for individuals and small businesses. Instruction will focus on federal tax law changes and on the issues that tax preparers may encounter in 2011 returns. The schools also will include an Ohio income tax update. Participants in the Tax Schools will receive the 2011 RIA Federal Tax Handbook and the2010 National Income Tax Workbook (including a searchable CD containing the 2004-2010 workbook) prepared by the Land Grant University Tax Education Foundation especially for the income tax schools held in Ohio and 30 other states. The National Income Tax Workbook is available only as a part of the tax school registration. Also sponsored by Ohio State University's Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and

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300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED 2BR APARTMENTS w/attached garage in a 1-story tri-plex w/an equipped kitchen & laundry room, ample closet space, patio & a yard. No steps, private street. Darling apartments. Utilities not included. Small pets allowed. Located at the Sandstone Estates, a mature-living community in Mt. Orab. 513-625-4522. ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for 1, 2 & 3br, Equal Opportunity Housing, apply at Forest Glade Apartments, 9001 Airport Rd., Georgetown, OH, 937-378-4565. FELICITY GARRISON PLACE SENIOR APARTMENTS 62 & OVER Rent Subsidized Free Utilities Secure Bldg. On-site laundry Pets allowed

300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED MT. ORAB Candlelight Apartments 2br Townhouse Starts at $565.00 With discount. Visit our website: briarcreekproperties.com

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303 - HOUSES FOR RENT 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. GREAT SPECIAL 1 Bedroom Nice, with big rooms! A/C, Energy Efficient Lots of storage Private entry & patios Quiet, single story community Ready Now Don’t Miss This!!! 513-724-3951 IN GEORGETOWN 2br, 1ba, $395/mo. in town; in country on an acre of land, 2br, 1ba, 1-car attached garage, $475/mo. Call 937-444-5223 or 937-515-9758. SARDINIA - 2br apartment, $450/mo., some utilities paid. Houses $450, 2br, $575, 3br, no dogs, outside smoking only. 513-309-4349.

3BR HOME for rent w/washer/dryer hookup near Sardinia, $600/mo. plus utilities & $600/dep. Call 937-442-5844. 3BR, 2BA, C/A, nice yard, Lynchburg schools, $600/mo., $600/dep. Washer/dryer hookup, shed. Call 937-444-4276. FOR RENT - Hamersville, 3br, 1ba house, all appliances furnished, no pets, credit references, $695/mo. plus deposit, plus utilities. 937-392-6052 or 513-734-4460. HOUSE FOR rent - 3br, 2ba, 2-car garage, paved driveway, conveniently located just off 32 near Kroger, Mt. Orab, $785/mo., same deposit. Call 937-444-2393. HOUSE FOR rent - 3br, 2ba, out in the country, Brown Co./Clermont line (southern part), $650/mo., $650/dep. 937-378-3317. RIPLEY - Clean 3br, 1ba, $575/mo. plus deposit, senior discount, HUD accepted, no pets. 937-544-2155.

307 - MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT 2BR TRAILER remodeled, also 2br home, both located in Georgetown. If interested call 937-213-2401 or 513-748-9771. FOR RENT - 2br singlewide trailer, $450 plus utilities, references required, no pets. 937-444-6497. HAMERSVILLE Country home on 3-acres w/outbuildings, handicap ramp, 3br, 2ba, washer/dryer hookup, $650/mo. plus deposit. 937-379-1351 or 513-767-5888. NEAR BETHEL - neat & clean 2br, washer/dryer hookup, C/A & heat, convenient location, $550/mo., no pets. 937-379-2277 or 513-310-0646.

308 - OFFICE/BUSINESS SPACE FOR RENT 4,000 SQ. ft. Commercial space for lease on Main St. in Williamsburg. Has kitchen and restrooms in basement area. Has been previously used as a church. Would be good for office space or daycare. Call 513-616-8851.

310 - WANTED TO RENT WANTED - Farm ground to rent for 2012 season & beyond. Call Jeff at 937-213-3909.

400 - HOUSES FOR SALE FARM WITH nice 1.5 story older home w/basement, 3 car detached garage, barns & 20 rolling acres with large rock lined creek and woods, great for hunting or farming, more or less acreage available, Bethel New Hope Rd., 1 mi. from Clermont County line, Western Brown but close enough for Bethel. Asking $215,000 513-734-6349 or 937-444-6925 Dan (May also sell for less with fewer acres)

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400 - HOUSES FOR SALE FOR SALE - 3br, 2ba ranch on 5-acres, 2-acres heavily wooded, newly remodeled inside & out, move-in condition w/immediate occupancy, $89,900. 7079 Yockey Rd., Arnheim area. Call Dennis Wright for details. 937-213-2060.

HOUSE FOR Sale in Lake Waynoka, 3br, 1.5ba, 2.5 car detached garage, beautifully decorated & landscaped, great access to 32, $99,900. 937-446-2459.

SARDINIA - 3br, 2ba, manufactured home on block foundation on 4 town lots, large 25x32 garage, close to 32. $79,900. Immediate occupancy. Owner financing available, or possible lease/option to buy. Call for details. Dennis Wright 937-213-2060.

401 - CONDOS/TOWNHOUSES COMMONS OF Eastgate, 1024 Crisfield Dr. It’s about 1900 sq. ft., 2br (basement could be 3rd), 3.5ba. Close to Glen Este High School. Contact Patty at Cres Property Management 513-561-7368.

402 - APT.HOUSES FOR SALE SARDINIA - 3-family $98K, rents $1350/mo., 2-family, $120K, rents $1300/mo. on acre in town, single families $55K, $68K, $73K. Land contract considered. E-mail deafoldman@hotmail.com

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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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Call Brenda 937-515-1460 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 For all your sewing needs for you, your family and your home. Call 937-4444276. Reasonable rates, expert service.

405 - LOTS & ACREAGE FOR SALE - Building lot in Mt. Orab on North 508 - ENTERTAINMENT BALLOON High Meadows Drive. Lot ENTERTAINMENT size is .5 acres on quiet, Birthday Parties & Businesses dead end street among Floral Arrangements beautiful homes with available. large shade trees. Listed I provide entertainment, you provide the cake, for $19,750. couldn’t be easier. 513-379-4194. 937-515-4258

HOME HEALTH AIDES - ON CALL Clermont Senior Services is seeking on call Home Health Aides to provide care for older adults in the Clermont County area.

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8:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday Competitive Wages, Paid Mileage Qualified applicants must provide proof of being either a Certified Nurse Aide or Coala graduate. Apply in person at:

Clermont Senior Services, Inc. 2085 James E. Sauls Sr. Drive Batavia, Ohio 45103 EOE

600 - FURNITURE

612 - SPORTING GOODS

QUALITY FURNITURE, Bardwell Buford Rd., Mt. Orab. Open Monday - Saturday, 9:00am. Good used & new furniture. 937-444-2179.

FISHING TACKLE at wholesale prices, sold hundreds at bait shops & lakes. Jigs - 1/64 oz.-10 for $5.00; 1/32 oz.-8 for $5.00; 1/16 oz.-8 for $5.00; 1/8 oz.-7 for $5.00. Spinner Baits 1/32 oz.-6 for $5.00; 1/16 oz.-5 for $5.00; 1/8 oz.-4 for $5.00; 1/4 oz.-4 for $5.00. 513-316-4228.

602 - ANTIQUES ANTIQUE SHIFFEROBE, must see! Call for price. Will negotiate. 513-734-7524.

606 - FARM MERCHANDISE JOHN DEERE 4x4, 4010 Compaq tractor, HST, PTO, Mid PTO, 3pt., only 124hrs., must sell. 234 International, diesel, PTO, 3pt., w/belly mower, clean, nice, low hours, $3,495.00. Used bush hogs, finish mowers, blades, all sizes. 937-402-0769.

607 - FIREWOOD SEASONED FIREWOOD for sale. Also cash paid for cars running or not, & I do general clean up from barns to basements. Call Gary 937-515-4012.

608 - FARM PRODUCE

613 - PETS AND SUPPLIES BOXER PUPPIES for sale, born on 8/8/11, available in fawn & brindle, ready to go, priced at $175/ea., serious inquiries only. 937-618-1611.

FOR SALE - Border Collie puppies born June 30th, POP, $125. 937-213-2206.

FOR SALE - Boston Terriers, AKC, POP, vet checked, born 8/30, $550 FIRM, serious callers only, 35-year bloodline. Dew claw - tails docked. Please call 513-709-3937

LOCAL GROWN pro- 615 - MISC. FOR SALE duce, corn, tomatoes, BEAUTIFUL beans, potatoes, squash, WHITE Maggie Sottero cucumbers, cantaloupe & wedding gown, watermelon. Also honey, size 8, preserves & relish, lonever worn, $800 OBO cated at Cox Firewood, 3600 St. Rt. 125, GeorgeAlso, town, 937-378-4309. Chapel length veil never worn, Open daily 9-7pm. 611 - WANTED TO BUY CASH PAID TODAY! Antiques, furniture, collectibles, gold, silver, games, DVD’s, CD’s, records, tools, household. Almost Anything! 937-378-1819 or 937-378-2850

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$75 OBO For more information call:

937-515-2692 FORD PARTS, motors, transmission. For sale, lumber from 1830’s home, oak, all parts. 937-289-1040.

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WOOD, CORN or Biomass Pellet Stove, Brand: Magnum Baby Countryside, used 1yr. Heating range: 5,000-40,000 BTU, width 20”, height 32”, depth, 24.5”. Will heat approx. 1800-2000 sq. ft., $1,500. Call 937-444-3829.

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937-392-4308

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802 - MOTORCYCLES/ MINI-BIKES

804 - AUTOS WANTED

CALL 513-304-2280 BIG JIM’S

“JUNK” CAR REMOVAL $$$$$$$$$$

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web: www.BertThomas.HUFF.com

Office: (513) 474-3500

1275452- Western Brown Schools Established neighborhood, no outlet street. Immaculate! 3BD, 2BA. Newer laminate. Brand new roof, carpet, paint, light fixtures & electric outlets throughout. 1600 sq. ft. living area. All brick. Fenced yard. Pool. Beautiful $119,900

1280451- Mt. Orab- Must See! 3BD, 2BA. Possible Owner Financing! Beautiful hardwood floors in Bath & Kitchen. Garden tub, stand-up shower & double vanity in master bdrm Bath. Move-in ready in the Kyle Lane sub-division. This property is located in the heart of Mt.Orab on 1.53 acres. $74,500

Secure - Concrete Floor $10 per foot from Oct. - May Ripley Flea Market and RV Storage

FOR SALE - 2006 Harley Davidson Street Bob. 1450CC motor, 6spd, 6000/miles. Excellent condition. Stays covered in garage, lots of extras, passenger seat, backrest, forward controls, Screamin Eagle pipes, grips, pegs, etc. Kelley Blue Book retail price is over $10,000 without the extras. Asking $9,750. No rides. 513-379-4194.

Dominic Thomas Cell: 937-213-0902

We can represent buyers on ANYONE'S listing!

800 - R.V. S/CAMPERS /TRAILERS

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Bert Thomas Direct:937-444-2833 Cell: 937-213-2833

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POST & Beam Kit, 14ft.x16ft. Oak included frame, rafters, braces, etc. 6” thick wall over 9ft. high to top plate. Would make a fine shop, room, garage, etc. Other oak available 2”x8” tongue & groove pine flooring. Call 937-289-1040.

The Classifieds Are the Cat’s Meow. Area shoppers know the Classifieds are the purr-fect place to find a bargain. In the Classifieds, you can track down deals on everything from collectibles to cars. It’s easy to place an ad or find the items you want and it’s used by hundreds of area shoppers every day.

Go with your instincts and use the Classifieds today.

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1259689- Ripley - Known as The Red Oak Store. This turn key operation could be yours. C1 & C2 Liquor License. Walk-in cooler refrigerated, pizza bar, double pizza oven, ice cream cooler. Call today to get complete inventory list. $99,900 B&B

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1272942- Winchester- Solid home on public water & sewer. 3BD, 1.5BA. Brand new roof. Home has been well cared for. Att. 1 car garage is finished w/opener. 20x34, 2 car garage oversized. Nicely landscaped. $89,900

Mt. Orab - Must see inside of this home to believe! 3BD, 2BA. Totally transformed. Brand new flring, fixtures, hwh. All new drywall! Newer furnace & compact pellet stove. Gar. has it's own heating system. All on 4.17 acres. $99,900

OWNER FINANCING AVILABLE!

1262256 - Higginsport - This elegant, stately appointed home is offered for sale part. furnished. It was successfully operated as a B&B for many yrs. With 6 bedrooms in this home you can see B&B potential. The Riverboat house, a separate bldg., has 7 rentable units. Truly a turn key operation. 1.75 acre and 500 ft of Ohio River frontage. $770,000

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1265188 - Georgetown - Western Brown Schools! Solidly built 2 bdrm. home which is move-in ready! Both house and 30x50 barn need exterior siding re-worked. All on 1.87 acre tract. Great location & affordable. $39,900

1280451-Western Brown Schools - 3BR 2BA Very Clean home ready to move in! Bright, large eat-in kitchen w/walk-out to nice sized deck which goes the length of the house. All BR's have walk-in closets. Range and refrig. stay. 24x32gar. All on one acre. $79,900

1258238- Sardinia- 3BD, 2BA, Almost 1500 sq.ft. of open living area. Master BD suite. Dining Rm. & Equipped eat-in Kitchen. Large front deck & covered back porch. Affordable living seconds off St. Rt. 32. Back yard completely privacy & fenced. 2 car carport. $79,900

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1272235- Western Brown Schools!- This is that deal everyone has been looking for! 3BD, 2BA, 2.18 acre! Living room boasts beautiful hardwood floors & stone faced fireplace w/stone hearth. Wonderful solid oak cabinets & island in the bright/cheery kitchen. Carpet in bedrooms like new. $59,900

1260969- MAJOR PRICE CHANGE!! Georgetown- Are you looking for 100+ multi-purpose acres with 3 separate homes and all utilities metered separately? The newer home is wheelchair accessable. 3BD, 3.5BA. 30 acres currently farmed with 64 acres in the woods the remainder mainly pasture. MUST SEE!! $399,900

1251916- Sardinia - 3.25 Acre MiniFarm. Solidly built Ranch, well kept. 2BD, 1BA. 25x36 Log cabin w/stone FP & huge pot belly stove. 36x36 tobacco barn w/built in stall. Water outside barn. Fenced pasture. Hundreds of feet of road frontage. Close to SR32 on lightly traveled road. $115,000

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BEACON HILL SUBDIVISION

1270287- Beacon Hill Subdivision - First Offering! Location, location, location! Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in Beacon Hill. Well known local builder. Solid ranch 3BR 1.5BA/ 2 car att gar., seller had it blt. Lightly wooded .34 ac. lot, Located on a short cul-de sac. $99,900

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1284677 - Georgetown - New England style living just outside of town. 4BD, 3.5 BA. Breathtaking property with precision given to every detail. Newer flring thru-out, picture windows, possible 1st floor MBR. Bright, open kit w/island & butcher block countertops. 3 porches. $229,900

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1273562- Eastern Schools - Stop Looking! You can own your own slice of heaven! Very unique 2BR home on 16+ lush acres. Your very own private retreat! Immaculate! Great room is enormous. Family rm has a walk out. Creeks, 3 ponds, woods, tranquility. Wraparound decking, upper deck & covered porch. $209,900

1265584 - Mt. Orab - OWNER FINANCING! Flexible Terms!! Former Cahall Apparel Store in the heart of Mt. Orab. >1100 sq ft of store front office area w/4 add'l rental apts. Full walkout bsmt. Low maintence. 15 space parking lot with mo. income. Public Utilities. $199,900

1243844 - Investment opportunity! Nothing to do but take over the rent roll!! Total renovation on all units. 4 different units! Elec & gas separately metered. Laundry facilities on site. Partial Bsmt. Fresh paint on exterior. $147,500

1253803 - Higginsport- 2BR Apartment Rental! -County Bldg.1st. flr.currently used as the Higginsport Post Office. Corner location. 2nd. flr. apt. 2 bdrm, 2 Ba, Lr, Dr, & Kit. Ready to move in. Rental income will make your payment. Don’t miss out on this investment opportunity. $59,750

Mt. Orab- Two story all brick Gold Medallion home! 5BR! More than 3,000 sq. ft. living area, corner location. Seconds from SR 32, minutes from Eastgate. This home boasts Two walk-out balconies. Hardwood, ceramic, flooring. Floor to ceiling beautiful brick F/P Family living on a two acre tract. Must see to believe. Call today for a personal showing! $179,747

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1267673 - Mt. Orab - Brand New Fall Landscaping! Great curb appeal. Beautiful brand new hardwood flooring in living room, kitchen, & Dining Rm. 3BD, 2BA. Brand new paint, carpet and fixtures. Covered front porch and a nice sized deck all on 2.87 ac. Shed with built in horse stall. Nice setting. Ready to move in. $69,900

AUCTION

PAYING TOP DOLLAR FOR “JUNK” CARS TRUCKS & VANS

Saturday, October 22, 2011 • 10:00 a.m.

Located at 14104 Klein Rd., Mt. Orab OH 45154 - From Mt. Orab take 32 East about 2 miles, turn left, 1st house on right.

Vintage toy and Hot Wheel collection has over 5,000 items to be auctioned from past 37 years.

513-304-2280

Includes - International pedal tractor, AMF bi64 chain driven pedal tractor, AMF Firechief pedal car, Tonka toys, cranes, tow trucks, fire engines, loose Redline Hot Wheels, limited edition and special order Hot Wheels in packages, regular Hot Wheels from 1995 through 2007 still in packages and some earlier years still in packs, Matchbox loose made in Lensey, England, treasure hunts in packs, 1:18 diecast cars, Johnny Lightning Coca Cola plus 55 others all in the packages, tinkertoys, American plastic bricks by Lego, lots of others. Also includes - 2 English saddles, lawn mower trailer, another small trailer, Switch and Go race track by Mattel, other vintage race track, old hot wheel cases, wood ride on car Motorcycle - 1985 Kawasaki 454 - To be sold with reserve. Lots of other Miscellaneous.

805 - AUTO PARTS AUTO PARTS Coupon take $10 off $30, $20 off $50, $30 off $100 orders at AutoPartsCoupon.me with code A123. Free shipping.

808 - AUTOS FOR SALE 1930’S-PRESENT

MARK WANTS running, wrecked, dead cars and trucks. Now paying $150 - $400/cash for complete vehicles. FREE TOW! 937-446-3021 or 513-739-0774

Owners - Terry and Yvonne Redden Terms - Cash or check with proper ID. Anything said day of sale takes precedence over ad.

Rachford Bros. Auction Service Auctioneers

Michael R. Rachford Gary Newberry 4576 Broadway St. Eden Rd. South Salem, Ohio Georgetown, Ohio 937-981-1067 Licensed and Bonded in favor Dept. of Agriculture

JUNKED, WRECKED unwanted autos, autos, trucks, motorcycles, etc., some towed free, cash paid for some. Call 513-734-1650

901 - SALES AUCTIONS EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT - 1200 St. Rt. 125, Amelia Flea Market Building, Warren Hagge Auctioneer, Licensed State of Ohio, H&H Auction. For Consignments 513-382-8958.

Don’t Shell Out a Lot of Cash; Use the Classifieds. Smart shoppers know about the bargains hidden within the Classified pages. In the Classifieds, you can track down deals on everything from tickets to trailers. It’s easy to place an ad or find the items you want, and it’s used by hundreds of area shoppers every day.

Go with your instincts and use the Classifieds today.

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ADAMS COUNTY • 108 ACRES GORGEOUS CEDAR HOME

INVENTORY REDUCTION AUCTION Bob Lester

Martine Wirthlin

Rt. 52, Ripley, Oh.

Huff Realty

Sun. Oct. 30th, 10:00

The Lester / Wirthlin Team Selling South West Ohio Residential and Commercial SALES AND AUCTIONS

New Building Materials Plus Other Items-

We can also find a renter for your property

Call Bob Lester 513-509-3803 Or Martine Wirthlin 513-602-4274

Buying or Selling Call Today! Towler’s Auction Service Inc. Randy Myers Auctioneer

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Tossit, SELLIT. Call Classifieds (513) 732-2511

1672 Louisville Road

Ann Benoit 513-382-1886

Just reduced to $289,900 Hunt, fish, enjoy the outdoors. Private lake and barn. Only 40 min from Eastgate.

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LARGE YARD Sale, Oct. 21st-22nd, 9-5pm. Clothing, furniture, tools, household items, 14792 Eastwood Rd., Williamsburg.