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THE BROWN COUNTY PRESS Serving Brown County, Ohio since 1973
Vol. 39 No. 4
Sunday, September 4, 2011
Hensley takes last minute plea, gets 18 years BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press Joseph Hensley is going to prison for 18 years. He accepted a plea bargain at the last minute on Tuesday, August 30, while the jury was deliberating his fate. Brown County Prosecuting Attorney Jessica Little said she felt compelled to offer the plea bargain after it was discovered that the jury was examining evidence not offered on the record by the prosecution. Little said s he feared the situation could develop into an appeal issue or could even result in a mistrial. Hensley pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter for the killing of John Carpenter, as well as having a weapon under disability. The weapon under disability charge means that as a convicted felon, Hensley is not allowed to possess a gun. He received ten years for the manslaughter charge, five years for the weapon u nder disability charge and three years for using a gun in the commission of a crime.
After admitting his guilt, Hensley addressed the court and friends and family of John Carpenter who were present in the courtroom. “I’d like to apologize first to the family for the pain I’ve caused you. I know I can’t give you back the person I took from you and it’s something that I’ll have to live with for the rest of my life. I just hope that you can find it in your heart maybe one day to forgive me.” Hensley next apologized to Brown County Sheriff’s Department Detective Buddy Moore. “I apologize for the pain I’ve put you through and the embarrassment. Detective Buddy Moore was more than upstanding with me during the interrogation. I apologize to you, Buddy, for tarnishing your name.” Hensley accused Moore of forcing him to confe ss to the murder of Carpenter by emotionally manipulating him during an interrogation in April of 2010. Hensley concluded by apol-
ogizing to Judge Thomas Nurre. Friends and family of Carpenter were then given the opportunity to address the court. First to stand was Chris Carpenter, brother of the victim. “Apologies are not going to bring my brother back”, Carpenter began in a controlled but angry voice. “Th e person that man should apologize to is my mother! John used to check on her every day.” Carpenter took a moment to compose himself and continued. “I will never forgive this man. Never. What’s he’s getting is light compared to what we have to go through every day. Carpenter then addressed Hensley’s drug use that was discussed during the trial. “Everybody’s got the excuses about drugs this and drugs that. There are other choices in life than taking a gun and putting in the back of someones head and pulling the trigger. There are no excuses for
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Hensley is handcuffed by Brown County Sheriff’s Deputy Mick Green after being sentenced to 18 years in prison.
what this man has done.” Next to speak was Rhonda Buchanan, Carpenter’s girlfriend at the time of the murder. “You took something from
me that I’ll never get back!” she said angrily at Hensley. “I miss him, my kids miss him every day, my mother, other people in the community. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12
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Chris Carpenter points an accusing finger at Hensley as he speaks to the court about the impact of John Carpenter’s death.
Board of Elections allows three back on ballot after hearing By Martha Jacob The Brown County Press
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This building in the Village of Mt. Orab, located at Front Street and Apple Street will soon be owned by NetBraze LLC with plans to remodel the building and hire at least 50 employees within three years.
New business in Mt. Orab to hire 50 new employees NetBraze, LLC, out of Cincinnati, has asked the Village of Mt. Orab for a property tax abatement of 75% for the next 10 years after purchasing a piece of property at the corner of Apple Street and Front Street in the village. The abatement is for the increased value of the property, which includes a 30,000 square foot industrial shell building. “This is a new company,” said Mayor Bruce Lunsford, “And except for management, all the employees will be new, no transfers. They have made a commitment to create 50 new jobs at the site over the next three years. “The company will make solder, welding and braising supplies and they will actually be manufactured right here in Mt. Orab. This is not a warehouse. These products will be
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shipped all over the world.” Lunsford said the original building was built in mid 2008, and has been sitting empty since then. In a letter to council from Joseph W. Harris of NetBraze, LLC, he stated that the business will have a minimum payroll of $2 million at the end of three years and will maintain it for the following seven years. Lunsford said that he and council had worked closely with Brown County Economic Development Director Kelly Cole to make the venture a reality. “Kelly really spent a lot of time working on this project,” Lunsford said. “She was a big part of getting all through and we appreciate her.” In regard to the request for an abatement, Lunsford stated that the business will be making a capital investment of at least $4 million in improvements. “NetBraze has three years to
create these 50 jobs, which is standard in the state of Ohio, but my understanding is they will create these jobs in the next 12 to 18 months”, he added. “It will take them 8 to 10 months to get all the equipment set up and they will slowly be hiring people though that time.” “If you divide that $2 million in payroll by 40 employees,” Lunsford added, “That’s about $40,000 annually and the company is going to provide benefits. He added that the building itself is already taxable and the 75% abatement is not major in the big picture. “I am personally very happy to see them come in here,” Lunsford added, “I think they’re going to be a great asset to the community.” Council voted unanimously to allow Lunsford to sign an agreement with NetBraze as soon as all the contracts are preCONTINUED ON PAGE 12
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Members of the Brown County Board of Elections met with several candidates August 31, who had filed petitions which were not certified because of errors. Shown above standing is Attorney Jay Cutrell, Jessica Little, Brown County Prosecutor, Kathy Jones director of the board of elections and board members Dallas Hurt and Bill Herdman.
believing it was the same position. “When I came in to the board of elections office I asked for a petition to run for Pleasant
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State releases district report cards to Brown County schools BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press The Ohio Department of Education has released its final “report cards” for state school districts for the 2010-2011 school year. Each of the five districts in Brown County showed improvement in overall performance scores from last year,
and four out of five were rated as “Effective”. Fayetteville-Perry received a higher grade of “Excellent”. The state keeps track of certain benchmarks of student achievement, including the requirement that 75 percent of the students receive a passing grade on standardized tests. If the 75 percent goal is not achieved, a district is said not
to have met the benchmark. Other areas of performance tracked include performance on the Ohio Graduation Test, Attendance Rates and Graduation Rates. Western Brown Western Brown received a district grade of “Effective”, CONTINUED ON PAGE 10
Residents say ‘no way’ to proposed closure of Decatur post office By Martha Jacob The Brown County Press After residents of the Decatur community learned that the United States Postal Service had named the Decatur Post Office as one of 3,700 being studied for possible closure, they chose to fight the system and do everything within their power to keep their post office. During a special town meeting August 29, called by the U.S. Postal Service, residents of Decatur and Byrd Township listened as Cincinnati District Review Coordinator Bob Redden and Andrew Glancy, manager of post office opera-
tions explained why the Decatur Post Office was being considered for closure. “The proposal to close the Decatur Post Office has been made,” Redden began, “Now, it’s my job tonight to discuss this proposal with, and get input from, the residents this action is going to effect the most. “First I would like to explain to everyone why this proposal is even being considered. The U.S. Postal Services is suffering severely, financially. The Post Office is not a tax based company. We have to raise our revenue from our own sales. And as many of you know what has happened CONTINUED ON PAGE 12
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A letter from the Ohio Secretary of State’s office to the Brown County Board of Elections regarding petition pre-check practices stirred up a multitude of problems for at least 11 Brown County candidates who hoped to be included on the November ballot. Some of the 11 candidates in question appeared before the board of elections August 31 to plead their cases and offer an explanation for the apparent mistakes they had made on their petitions. In attendance besides the candidates were board members Dallas Hurt, Ralph Quallen, Paul Hall and Bill Herdman, Brown County Prosecutor Jessica Little, Kathy Jones, director of the board of elections and attorney Jay Cutrell. Two women running for Pleasant Township fiscal officers, Hana Watson and Jane Pack, were both confused over the title fiscal officer and clerk,
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A crowd of more than 75 people poured into the Byrd Township Building in Decatur on Monday evening to discuss how removing the Decatur Post Office from the community would be devastating to the residents. Bob Redden, Cincinnati District Review Coordinator and Postmaster for Amelia, is shown answering questions.
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The Williamsburg United Methodist women will be serving their famous chicken sandwiches during the Williamsburg Village-wide Yard Sale on Saturday, Sept. 10 beginning at 10 a.m. Also on the menu will be sloppy joes, hot dogs, desserts and beverages. The church is located at 330 Gay Street, Williamsburg. In case of rain, food will be served inside the church.
Western Brown graduate writes childrens book, will visit Mt. Orab Library September 17 By Martha Jacob The Brown County Press Formerly of Mt. Orab, and the mother of three, Jami L. Brown, is the author of a new children’s book called Poota, the Pink Boy and will be holding a book-signing at the Mt.
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The Mt. Orab Garden Club will meet at the Mt. Orab Library at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2011. This will be the installation of new officers, al members are asked to attend to meet and support their new officers. We will have a special guest. Everyone is always welcome, guest and members. For more information call Carol Estep, president, (937) 444-3407.
Jami L. (Poole) Brown author/illustrator of ‘Poota the Pink Boy’
Orab Library on Saturday, September 17 at 2 p.m. Jami (Poole) Brown is a 1996 graduate of Western Brown High School and currently lives in Cincinnati where she is employed as a nurse at Christ Hospital. She is working on her masters to become a nurse practitioner.
“I have read hundreds of children’s books to my own children, and have experienced many emotional ups and downs that our children face everyday,” Brown said. “My daughter has this wonderful little stuffed pink hippopotamus she named Poota because she couldn’t say hippopotamus. She has had it with her her entire life, and she’s nine years old now.” Brown said that she has wanted to write this particular book for the last few years, but with full time job, a 9 year old, a 3 year old and a 1 year old it was a difficult task. “Then last summer I decided it was time, and I sat down and wrote ‘Poota, the Pink Boy.’ she said. The book is also illustrated by Brown, who is an accomplished artist. Poota is a young hippo who has moved into a new home and is feeling insecure about meeting the children in his neighborhood. He fears they will poke fun of him because he looks different than what most perceive as normal.
Brown will have books available for purchase at her book signing and will also be reading her book to children at the library.
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Legion to hold fish fry American Legion Post 367 will be having a Fish Fry on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2011 beginning at 11 a.m. to whenever the fish is gone. Menu will include Fish, Potatoes, Cole Slaw, Desserts. There is a suggested donation of $7.00 for the meal, drinks are extra. The post is located at 367 2944 Elk River RD. Ripley. Carry Outs will be available. For more info call (937) 392 1586. American Legion Post 367 Ripley is having a raffle for a Thomspon / Center 50 Cailber Muzzleloader with Scope. Tickets $5.00 each or 6 for $25.00. See Legion members for tickets or stop at Post.
No cost breast exams offered Women without health insurance are now eligible for potentially life saving medical exams. Brown County General Hospital is now offering no cost Digital Mammograms and Breast Ultrasounds to eligible women. The exams are being funded through a grant from Greater Cincinnati Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
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Eligible patients include those with no insurance, those with an unmet deductible of $500 or more and those whose insurance does not offer free annual screenings. “We are proud to offer this service to the women of Brown County and the surrounding area”, said Brown County Regional HealthCARE Chief Executive Officer Joan Phillips. She added “We want to make sure that as many women as possible take advantage of the state of the art imaging technology that we offer.” The Digital Mammography system at BCGH is the only such technology available in the area. It offers doctors a more precise view and can often detect tissue abnormalities earlier than standard imaging technology. Darlene Flannery, Diagnostic Imaging Manager for BCGH,
said that experts recommend that women over 40 have a mammogram every year. That age drops to 35 if there is a history of Breast Cancer in the family. “I’ve even seen women in their 20’s with breast cancer”, Flannery said. “If a woman has any doubt in her mind at all about a lump she discovers during a self-exam, she should get an examination to make sure it doesn’t turn into a problem.” Flannery said the grant funding should allow the hospital to examine about 100 women. “If we find a problem in even one of those, we’ve potentially saved a life”, she said. Flannery invites anyone with questions or those who want to schedule a no cost mammogram or ultrasound to call 1-800-8660657 or (937) 378-7575.
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Large crowd watches as Katherine Weathers is crowned 2011 Ohio Tobacco Festival Queen
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Carol Stivers and Bob Blom, local residents of Ripley tally the votes for the judges as six contestants compete for the 2011 Ohio Tobacco Festival Queen competition.
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According to Dave Ramsey, more than one million families have attended his 13 week course, Financial Peace University, with amazing results. On average, these families paid off $5,300 in debt and saved $2,700 in just the first 90 days! Stop worrying about money, and start your journey to Financial Peace today. This course will be offered at Mt. Nebo United Methodist Church beginning on September 11, 2011 and is open to the public. The first class is free. You may come and see what it’s all about. For more information call the church office at (937)379-1225.
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CHRISTIANITY and ISLAM What is the difference between these two religions? What is the appropriate Christian response toward people who follow Islam? On each Wednesday night in the month of September, Pastor Tim Cline will lead a video session and discussion on the differences.
Come join us at First Baptist Church, 704 South High St, Mt. Orab each Wednesday in September at 7:00 p.m.
Go to www.fbcmtorab.org to register. There is no cost. Kaylen Mason (left) the 2010 Ohio Tobacco Queen, places the crown on a much taller, Kathleen Rose Weathers, the 2011 Ohio Tobacco Queen.
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For the first time since 1982 the winner of the Ohio Tobacco Queen was from the Village of Fayetteville. Katherine Rose Weathers was crowned queen of the Ohio Tobacco Festival Thursday night, August 25 on the stage by the river, in Ripley. Weathers competed against five other contestants for the title of queen, including: • Cayla Dawn Cox, 18, of West Union. Cayla plans on entering the field of medicine; • Jaimee Rachelle Davis, 16, is a Junior at Hillsboro High School; • Lauren Michelle Green, 17, who was also a contestant in the Miss Teen Ohio pageant; • Alexa Rose Kirker, 16, is a Junior at West Union High School, is attending Southern State Community College and plans on becoming an administrative assistant; • Hannah Joe Newman, 16 is from Aberdeen, is attending UC Clermont where she is studying accounting. Weathers, 18, is a Senior at Fayetteville-Perry High School and also attends Chatfield College. She also plans on attending Wilmington College with future plans of becoming a veterinarian. Weathers was crowned by the 2010 Ohio Tobacco Queen Kaylen Mason, who wished her the very best. The first runner-up was Jaimee Rachelle Davis. Judges for the event included Betsy Pfeffer, Cliff Russell and Ron Germann. Carol Stivers and Bob Blom tallied the votes from each of the judges to make the final choice.
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FULL-TIME CAREER TRAINING Computerized Business and Medical Applications 900-Hour Business Program Grant Career Center offers a full-time career training program of in-depth learning to prepare students with job skills to meet the demands of the current job market. Course instruction includes: • medical office procedures • medical terminology • computer software • intro. to medical coding • accounting & filing • Word and Excel 2010, and much more This intensive nine-month training program prepares individuals to perform the duties of administrative assistants, insurance billing representatives, and/or personal secretaries for employers in business, government, and/or healthcare positions. Classes meet from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday, August 2011 through June 2012. Full-time programs require a high school diploma or GED. Full-time programs can be paid in advance in one payment or quarterly payments by cash, check, money order, or credit card. Pell Grant, a non-repayable grant from the Federal Government based on financial need, is also available. Registration fee is a non-refundable $50. Cost $5,550. FINANCIAL AID IS AVAILABLE TO FULL-TIME STUDENTS THAT QUALIFY. For additional information or to schedule an appointment with the Financial Aid Administrator, call 513.734.6222 ext. 3228. Class size is limited. Register now!
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Going back to the ‘Old Days’ of the 1990’s The Old Days At least that’s what my son calls it. Drew frequently asks me to tell him about the “old days”. Mind you at 31, I don’t feel qualified to tell him about the “old days”, but here are some of the highlights he loves. Back before transportation safety was a priority, my brothers and I would ride around in the back of my dad’s pick-up truck. We loved it! Except in the summer evenings you would frequently end up eating bugs! However, staring at the clouds while the wind rushes around you was the best part for me. Walking to the drugstore (Village Drugs in Mt. Orab), and picking up my Grandma’s medicine, getting a comic book and a candy bar, and charging it to her account at the store. My sons did not know what a charge account was, and they were seemingly fascinated by it. Cassette tapes. They are in the world of mostly mp3’s and some cds. I told them how I actually had to fast forward and rewind the tape to get to my favorite song, and sometimes I even taped songs off the radio. I had to wait all day sometimes for the right song to come on, and I’d have the DJ talking through the first 30 seconds of it. This makes them laugh at me. Looking things up in the Dictionary and Encyclopedia Set my parents had to buy in installments from some guy that sold them door to door. Going to Bingo with my Mom, Grandma, and Aunts. These days children are not even allowed in Bingo halls, much less play. I can say some of my fondest memories involve playing and winning in various Bingo halls across Brown County. I enjoy telling them these things, because it takes me back. Plus, they get a little glimpse of history and it’s fun answering the questions they have. Such as: What did you do without the Internet? Why did you smear lightning bugs on you? You could buy a pop and a candy bar for a dollar? What is Sega? (Nintendo they understand, but Sega is foreign) Did you really pick blackberries and eat them without washing them? I love all of their questions, but most of all I love sharing my life with them. In her debut novel Shades of Gray, author Jeni Caudill Whitaker tells the tale of 13 year-old Cara Davis. Cara has a drug addicted mother and two
JENI WHITAKER, COLUMNIST sisters that can't seem to stand her. Cara’s life changes when she’s kidnapped by a guy named Alex Stone. Stone says he wants to educate her and groom her to be the 'perfect wife' and save her from
Aimed at young adults, the book addresses themes of survival and the struggle of going from childhood into adulthood. Set in Ohio and Kentucky, local readers will relate to Cara’s hometown and various characters throughout the book. Ms. Caudill Whitaker keeps busy working on her second novel, being a contributing columnist with The Brown County Press, and spending time with her two sons. Shades of Gray is available on www.amazon.com or www.barnesandnoble.com.
Federal officials yield on deadlines for costly replacement of road signs I’ve been working since March to put the brakes on an unfunded federal mandate that would force communities to replace many signs along public roads by 2015. Other signs, including those for street names, would have to be replaced by 2018. On Aug. 30, the U.S. Department of Transportation signaled it would heed warnings from me and others to slow down. The goal is to install signs with greater reflective surfaces and larger letters, which would make them more visible and easier to read. That could improve safety because drivers wouldn’t have to take their eyes off the road for as long. I like the idea, but replacing existing signs before they wear out could be extremely expensive for some communities. For example, replacing all street signs in unincorporated areas of Warren County could cost more than $1 million, according to a 2010 study by the county engineer’s office. That’s the estimate for materials alone. It could cost more than $1.7 million when factoring in labor. Before becoming a member of Congress, I was a state representative and also served 11 years as a trustee in Clermont County’s Miami Township. So, I know how frustrating it can be for local officials who must cope with expensive regulations imposed by the federal government. I have been working with the Ohio Township Association – which has more than 5,200 members, including trustees
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the horrible life she's been living. Eventually someone recognizes her and Cara is thrust back into her old life. After being gone for so long, Cara's not sure how she should act. She's fallen in love with Alex, but everyone is telling her she's been brainwashed. Her world is further flipped upside down when she also finds out that her mother may have been involved in her disappearance. Was she or wasn't she? That's what Alex is telling her, but who can she really believe?
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JEAN SCHMIDT and fiscal officers from Ohio’s 1,308 townships – to try to resolve the matter in a way that won’t impose undue financial burdens on localities. As a member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, I have been addressing this issue in the Surface upcoming Transportation Bill. I also shared my concerns with Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood in a June 2 letter. I was joined in signing the letter by two fellow members of Congress, Rep. Tim Holden of Pennsylvania and Rep. Steven C. LaTourette of Bainbridge Township in Geauga County, Ohio. We all want our roads to be as safe as possible, but the timelines for new signs could leave little money to maintain roads. And non-compliance by localities could result in a loss of federal funds and increased tort liability. On Aug. 30, the Federal Highway Administration
issued a notice of proposed amendments to eliminate 46 of the deadlines regarding sign upgrades. (The Department of Transportation plans to retain 12 deadlines for sign upgrades deemed critical to public safety, including “Stop” or “Yield” signs at railroad crossings that lack automatic gates or flashing lights.) “A specific deadline for replacing street signs makes no sense and would have cost communities across America millions of dollars in unnecessary expenses,” Secretary LaHood said. “After speaking with local and state officials across the country, we are proposing to eliminate these burdensome regulations. It’s just plain common sense.” I’m not surprised that Secretary LaHood reached this decision. Before he became head of the Department of Transportation, he served with me in Congress – and he was always fair and responsible in weighing considerations. Budgets of governments at all levels are already facing tremendous pressures. The Department of Transportation did the right thing in listening to all those squeaky wheels calling for elimination of most of the deadlines for this unfunded mandate.
(Ohio Distance Education Learning Academy) -- where your child's school performance is your child’s performance and that progress is in your own caring hands and the resources at your and your child's disposal outshines what local brick-n-mortar factory schools offer. OHDELA gives each child (or two in a family) their own computer, printer, scanner and online access, plus each parent can consult with a teacher online by email whenever the need arises. Customizable curriculum to inspire motivation is available and each child has a budget to spend on the curriculum of their choosing at OHDELA for example. How's that ever going to be bested by a brick-n-mortar factory school? and it’s a public school with only the parent's creativity in organizing resources to limit motivation. Yet the local schools that are not up to the standards are clearly not revealing the true extent of the choices that their disadvantaged children could be accessing. Amazing how the declaration of the brink and mortar teachers can wipe their hands of a bad result by pointing to disadvantaged students in their district. Yet never admit that the other side of the occasional good result, the excellent evaluations, are the result
of advantaged students in their district. Then it's their credible program and dedicated professionalism not students bringing advancement from advantaged homes. How hypocritical! Their own claim to our allegiance to respect their demands for professional credibility is deniable! And now they cheat the students by hiding the alternatives! They steal the credit when results are good and they blame the victim when the results are bad. And they conceal better alternatives. SHAME ON THEM. Tell your readers the truth about their choices. Every one of those students should be advantaged by the moneys that taxpayers pour into the School coffers, locally and statewide, so these students now disadvantaged or advantaged should be able to know the reality of Cyberschools available to them in Ohio, paid for by them as taxpayers Inform these people, when the local schools deny them their rights. Now it's the newspapers responsibility. Most sincerely, with no vested interests nor benefit other than seeing Brown Countians discover their proper entitlements. MJ Raichyk, PhD Mount Orab
What Do You Think? Where were you when you heard the news that the United States had been attacked by terrorist on September 11, 2001?
I remember it clearly. I was at work and we had a small TV we were watching. A coworker was upset because she had friends who lived in New York and couldn't reach them. Fawn Cole, Sardinia
I was at my sisters house and we were watching it all unfold on the TV. At first I thought it was an accident, but then I realized we were under attack. Tom Hundley, Georgetown
I was at work and my first response was total disbelief. Nisa Smith, Mt. Orab
I had a job as a cook in a nursing home in Bethel. I remember just standing for a long time listening to the radio. Josh Brockman, Mt. Orab
I was sitting in my living room at the time, watching TV. I felt shocked. Jim Jacobs, Sardinia
I was sitting at home watching TV and I remember saying to myself, 'Oh My God.' Tracy Russell, Mt. Orab
Portman asks constituents to submit their ideas on reducing the deficit In response to his selection to serve on the Deficit Reduction Committee, U.S. Senator Rob Portman (R-Ohio) is asking his constituents to share their ideas on how to get our record budget deficits and debt under control. Beginning today, constituents will be able to do so through the new “Reduce the Deficit” page located on Senator Portman’s website. This new feature ensures that taxpayers will have their voices heard as Portman and the other members of the Deficit Reduction Committee work to get our fiscal course back on track. “During my time in public service I have always looked to constituents for good ideas,” said Portman. “This is no different. Your input will play a crucial role in the committee’s work to rein in spending, grow the economy and create jobs.” Constituents looking to sub-
ROB PORTMAN mit their ideas should visit the website at Senator’s portman.senate.gov and click on the “Reduce the Deficit” tab up in the right-hand corner. They will then be redirected to a contact form where they can leave their suggestions for Senator Portman on how to reduce our nation’s deficit. Portman is honored to answer the call to serve on this committee and will work hard to ensure that meaningful spending cuts are made to reduce our deficits, change the trajectory of Washington's record high debt, and to encourage economic growth and job creation.
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Dear Editor Re: The article on letters to parents about their school choices when the local school is not performing. Why, if these 'Effective' schools -- euphemistically labelled -- are required to inform local parents of the parents' other choices in public schools that they are entitled to use in order to get a better location for their child's educational progress, does that list not include the CYBER PUBLIC SCHOOLS ?! Cyber public schools -- like the one below and OHDELA
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Steve Utter overall winner in tobacco judging contest at Ohio Tobacco Festival
5th Annual
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Guy McRoberts (left) is shown judging handfuls of tobacco during the 2011 Ohio Tobacco Festival held in Ripley. McRoberts is a 19 year member of the Ripley Tobacco Growers Co-op. He is being assisted by Ben Parker, organizer of the tobacco show at this year’s festival.
ducer of tobacco and at different periods of time has produced three different classes of tobacco, including Eastern Ohio Export, cigar filler and Burley. Eastern Ohio Export is
ODOT releases current traffic advisories The following traffic advisory includes road construction and major maintenance projects requiring lane restrictions and/or road closures along the state and federal highway system within ODOT District 9 Brown County. All work will take place during daytime, business hours Monday through Friday unless otherwise indicated. Districtwide A districtwide guardrail replacement project has begun on various routes, and contractors will be replacing rail at various locations throughout the eight-county region as weather permits. Throughout construction, traffic will be maintained in at least one lane and with the use of flaggers as needed. The scheduled completion date is September 30, 2011. Brown County • Operations for a bridge replacement project on C.R. 21 (White Oak Valley Road) at T.R. 32 (McCall Road) is under way. Currently, traffic is being maintained with the aid of flaggers as needed, and the scheduled completion date is July 31, 2012. • A bridge replacement project on S.R. 131 is nearing completion. Currently, the route is closed at the 3.28-mile marker, approximately two miles east of U.S. 50; however, it is scheduled to reopen to traffic on Friday, September 2. Traffic will be detoured via U.S. 50 and U.S. 68 until the route is open. • S.R. 221 is reduced to one lane due to a slip. Traffic is being maintained in one lane with the use of temporary traffic signals. • A drainage and slide repair project is under way on S.R. 763, between S.R. 41 and C.R. 31 (Martin Hill Road), and the route is closed. Traffic will be
the crowd, talking about the history of the tobacco festival
detoured via S.R. 41, U.S. 52, T.R. 307 (Flaugher Hill Road) and C.R. 31, and the scheduled completion date is September 15, 2011. • U.S. 52 is reduced to one, 10-foot lane between Aberdeen and the Brown-Adams County line for a slide repair project at the 22.64-mile marker. Throughout construction, traffic will be maintained in one lane with the use of temporary traffic signals, and the scheduled completion date is November 15, 2011. • U.S. 62/68 is reduced to one lane in each direction for a bridge rehabilitation in conjunction with a four-lane resurfacing project. The bridge is located between Gardner and Hartman roads, just north of Ripley. Throughout construction, traffic will be maintained in a minimum of one, 12-foot lane in each direction. The scheduled completion date for all work is October 31, 2011.
Homecoming set at Shinkles Ridge Union Chapel Shinkes Ridge Union Chapel will be having their annual Homecoming on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2011. Worship will be from 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Homecoming activities will begin at 12:30 p.m. Come enjoy an afternoon of good food, music and fellowship. Music will be provided by the Kinner Express and special guest Chassity Wear. Everyone is welcome. For more information call Reba Worthing at (937) 3754027.
no longer grown. “Today, most of the Burley tobacco grown in Ohio is shipped to China,” McRoberts said. “They add it to what they grow, flue-cured tobacco, and
Evening 2011 Christmas Parade planned for Mt. Orab
5th Annual and hinting that changes could be coming for next year.
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The Mt. Orab Christmas For the first time, the parade Parade will have a different will be held at night. look this year. The 2011 parade will be held on Saturday, November 26, with lineup at Western Brown High School a five p.m. and the parade stepping off at six p.m. Organizers said they wanted a different feel for the parade The Gen. William H. Lytle Camp #10 of Cincinnati will this year, and felt that a night be dedicating a memorial parade would be exciting and plaque to recognize the final visually interesting. More costumed characters resting place of the last Union are promised for the 2011 Civil War veteran buried in parade, and organizers say that Brown County - William Pittenger, Jr.. Pittenger was parade attendees will notice born in Feb. 1847 in Decatur more decorations around the and died there in his 99th year village as well. Anyone interested in sponin November 1945. soring part of the parade or has This Last Veteran ceremony at the graveside of William questions on how to particiPittenger, Jr. is part of a pate is invited to call 444national program of the Sons 2281. of the Union Veterans of the Civil War to identify and recognize the last surviving Union Civil War veteran to Submit have been interred in each your county in the United States. The public is invited and press releases encouraged to attend. to our The ceremony will take place at Decatur Cemetery on new email Decatur-Eckmansville Road, address Decatur on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011 at 2 p.m. at For more information call bcpress@frontier.com James Houston at (513) 2482239.
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There were 16 entries in the open class of the Tobacco Judging Contest which took place Friday afternoon, August 26 during the 2011 Ohio Tobacco Festival. There was one entry in the junior division from Rebekah McCarty. Entries in the senior division included: • Steve Utter, overall winner in the competition; • Janice McCarty; • Donald McCarty; • John Flaugher; • Greg Applegate. The entries were judged by Guy McRoberts, a life-long tobacco grower, assisted by Ben Parker, organizer of the tobacco show. “I’ve been growing tobacco my whole life,” McRoberts said. “I’m looking for good quality tobacco. I know the color it should be and I know all the diseases that tobacco can have. “Almost anything can take away from the quality of tobacco. Each part of the tobacco is judged differently, the top, the middle and the bottom leaves all have different looks.” Ohio has long been a pro-
make snuff out of it.” Burley tobacco is a specialty crop requiring up to 400 hours of labor for one acre. The Village of Ripley is well known for having the only tobacco warehouse in Ohio. Other events associated with the Ohio Tobacco Festival took place over the weekend as well. The OTF parade stepped off at 5:30 p.m. from the Elementary School and being led by the Ripley American Legion. The Eastern and Georgetown High School bands were also in the parade along with Ripley High School cheerleaders. The Brown County Democrat and Republican parties had floats in the parade as well. Following the parade, many gathered at the Elementary School for dinner and a reception. During the meeting Congresswoman Jean Schmidt presented OTF organizer Greg Applegate with a certificate of appreciation. A certificate was also presented to Parade Grand Marshals Doug and Norma Green by the congresswoman. Applegate then addressed
Brown County Agricultural Society Annual Election The annual election of directors of the Brown County Agricultural Society for the following townships: Clark, Lewis, Pike, Scott, Sterling and Washington will be held Friday, September 30, 2011 in the office of the Brown County Agricultural Society from 4 PM – 8 PM. Members of the society shall declare their candidacy for the office of a director of the Board of Directors by filing with the secretary of this Society a petition signed by ten or more members at least ten days before the annual election of directors is held. Only regularly nominated candidates who have met the filing requirements will be eligible for election of Directors. Petitions may be obtained from the Secretary of the Society. Membership tickets for the 2011 membership of the Brown County Agricultural Society may be purchased from now until September 20, 2011 from any fair board Director or at the fair board office. The hours of the fair board office are Monday through Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
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Shall We Gather at the River A Festival of Hymns Saturday, September 24th from 10am to 12:30pm at the Outdoor Amphitheater in New Richmond, Ohio Do you love Praising God in Song? Then grab a lawn chair, and come on out and join us in this beautiful setting along the Ohio River. We’ll provide the Hymnal, God will provide the Beauty of Creation and together we’ll join our voices and lift His Blessed Name. We were so excited to have almost 200 people in attendance last year. Lord Willing, may we see that Number Rise and Rise. God Bless!
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Shall We Gather at the River Holy Holy Holy Amazing Grace Fairest Lord Jesus Jesus Loves Me This I Know In the Garden The Old Rugged Cross I Know that My Redeemer Lives In His Time As the Dear
It is Well with My Soul When I Survey the Wondrous Cross Master The Tempest Is Raging Walk With Me The Greatest Commands Thomas’ Song Exalted Nearer My God to Thee Salvation Has Been Brought Down God Bless You Go With God
D i r e c t i o n s - Fr o m I - 2 7 5 , t a k e t h e N e w R i c h m o n d E x i t R a m p a n d t r a v e l a p p r o x i m a t e l y 1 0 m i l e s e a s t a l o n g t h e r i g h t h a n d s i d e o f t h e r i v e r. Tu r n r i g h t o n Fr o n t S t r e e t ( t h e f i rs t t r a f fi c l i g ht i n N e w Ri c h mo n d) . C o nt i n u e a lo n g t h e r i v e r o n Fr o nt S tr e e t ap p r ox i m ate ly 1 m i le . Th e A mp h i th e at e r i s o n th e l e f t a t th e c o r ne r o f Fr o n t S t r e e t / S u s a n n a Wa y a n d G e o r g e S t r e e t .
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The Friends of the Russellville Library will hold their annual Book and Bargain Sale on Saturday, Sept. 10, behind the Russellville Branch Library, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Used and new books, including fiction, non-fiction, children’s books, periodicals and cookboos, books on cassette, and VHS and DVD movies will be for sale under a tent behind the Russellville Library. The sale will also offer gently used household and decorative items. Books and items for the sale are donated by library patrons and community members. The Russellville Branch Library will be accepting donated books and other items until Sept. 10. proceeds from the sale support the Friends of the Russellville Library, which uses the funds to help the library purchase new public access computers, new books and movies, and helps fund the Summer Reading Program. For more information, call the Russellville Branch Library at (937) 377-2700 or visit the library website at ripleylibrary.com
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Kinkead Ridge Winery releases new 2009 red wines and hosts Time Warner Cable Time Warner Cable will be filming at Kinkead Ridge Winery and Vineyard on Sept. 3 for their series "Best of Ohio". The winery will be re-opening and releasing their 2009 red wines and hosting the annual vineyard tour on September 3 and 5 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The winery will be releasing the 2009 River Village Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon (blended with Petit Verdot and Syrah) and 2009 River Village Cellars Cabernet Franc. Also tasting 2010 white Revelation, 2010 Viognier/Roussanne (to be featured in upcoming internationally published "1000 Great Wines"), 2010 Riesling and 2010 Traminette. These white wines have not yet been released to wine stores due to small quantities. Meet the winegrower in the vineyard, and enjoy the beautiful pre-harvest vistas. You are welcome to bring chairs and a picnic to the vineyard. Winery: 904 Hamburg Street three blocks behind the McDonalds, east of downtown Ripley, (937) 392-6077. (Overflow parking at the large white building across the street) Also open Sept. 3 and 5, Harmony Hill Vineyards, Meranda-Nixon Winery and LaVigna Estate Winery. Vineyard: 4288 Kinkead Road, about three miles from the winery.
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Church invites to ‘Ark of the Covenant’ presentation Pastor Ken Barr and the Buford Community Church would like to invite everyone to come join us on Saturday, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. for an outstanding presentation on "The Ark of the Covenant." Brother Jim Rankin will have a display set up and will be sharing about the Ark. Light refreshments will follow. The church is located on Greenbush Road in downtown Buford. For more information please call (937) 446-2966.
p.m. This years cruise-in will include antiques, classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles. We will have a peoples choice award, oldies music, free food, and homemade ice cream The church is located at 2530 Tri-County Highway Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154 For more information contact Mike McKibben at (513) 833-5131.
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Larry Earl Barber, 62
Norma Trapp Bauer, 78
Larry Earl Barber, 62 of Lynchburg died Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2011. He was born March 15, 1949 in Hillsboro, Oh., the son of the late Virgil G. and Betty Jean Griffith Barber. Mr. Barber had been a farmer and was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Hillsboro Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 1161. He is survived by four children, Marsha (Erik) Schelmtz of Florence, Ky., Tony (Bobbi) Barber of Lynchburg, Jason (Karie) Barber of Mariemont and Craig Barber of Amelia, five grandchildren, two sisters, Debra Barber of Lynchburg, Sandra (David) Brinkman of Fayetteville and one brother, Frank (Kathleen) Barber of Lynchburg. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Lisa Barber. Services were held Friday, Sept. 9, 2011 at the St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Fayetteville where Leo Kuhn officiated and the Highland County Honor Guard presented honors. There will be no visitation. The Davis-Turner Funeral Home, Lynchburg, served the family.
Norma Trapp Bauer, 78, of Ripley, Oh., died Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2011. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Michael Catholic Church in Ripley. Norma was born Feb. 15, 1933 in Ripley, Oh., the daughter of the late Lee Roy and Frances (Germann) Trapp. She was also preceded in death by one brother, Stanley Trapp. Mrs. Bauer is survived by her loving husband of sixty years, Donald Bauer. They were united in marriage on April 5, 1951. She is also survived by four daughters Bonnie Klump and husband Brad of Russellville, Barbara Bauer of Mt. Orab, Joan Gast and husband Kevin of Fayetteville, and Carla Weatherspoon and husband Ched of Ripley, one son David Bauer of Ripley, six grandchildren - Chase and Colt Weatherspoon, Josh and Jordan Gast, Chelsea Mussinan and Victoria Casey Dohm; one great granddaughter - Cheyann Weatherspoon. Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday Sept. 2, 2011 at St. Michael Catholic Church in Ripley, Oh., where Rev. Dohrman Byers was the Celebrant. Interment will be in Bauer Cemetery on Howard Ridge Road near Ripley, Ohio. The Cahall Funeral Home, Ripley, served the family.
Melissa Sue Holland, 26 Melissa Sue Holland, 26 of Georgetown, Oh., met her savior face to face Friday, Aug. 26, 2011 surrounded by precious family and friends at her residence after a long courageous battle. Melissa was a 2003 graduate of the Georgetown Jr. Sr. High School and enjoyed spending time with family and friends, fishing with her Uncle John and was a proud Bengals fan. Her parents Randy and Connie Holland were blessed with Melissa on March 13, 1985 in Georgetown. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents – Sanford and Wilma Osborne and paternal grandparents – Wendell and Wilma Holland. Along with her parents Melissa was survived by her loving sister – Brittany Holland of Georgetown, 33 aunts and uncles; 34 cousins, her best friend – Libby Whisman; her special pet – Jake and several family and friends. Melissa will be sadly missed and remembered always. Services were held at Thursday, Sept. 1, 2011 where Pastor Jay Bruce officiated. Interment was in the Confidence Cemetery in Georgetown. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Melissa Holland Memorial Fund, c/o Fifth Third Bank, 4899 State Route 125, Georgetown, Ohio 45121. The Cahall Funeral Home, Georgetown, served the family.
Greta Lenora (nee Jessee) Halcomb, 76 Greta Lenora (nee Jessee) Halcomb, 76, of Winter Haven, Flor., died on Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011. She was born May 12, 1935 in Wise, Va., to the late Jack Edward and Nora E. (Smith) Jessee. She was also precedded in death by brothers and sisters, Jacqueline Stallard, Ralph (Bud) Jessee, David W. Jessee, Josephine Stephens, Larry Jessee, Helen Huffman. She is survived by her husband, James H. Halcomb, Winter Haven, Flor., daughter, Teresa (Steve) Innis, Williamsburg, Brothers, Ronald (Debbie) Jessee, Withamsville, Ray (Peggy) Jessee of Withamsville, sisters, Sybil (Dan) Beetler of Michigan, Linda (Paul) Grims, Washington Courthouse, Grandchildren, Micah J. Innis, Amelia, Jessica L. Innis of California, great grandchild, Carmen Taylor Innis. Services were Monday, Aug. 29, 2011. Interment was in Williamsburg Township Cemetery, Williamsburg. The Egbert Funeral Home, Mt. Orab, served the family.
Richard Blair, 57 Richard Blair, 57, of Hamersville, Oh., died on Sunday, August 28, 2011. He was born March 6, 1954 to the late Ellis and Lissie (Adams) Blair. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his son, Eric Blair, brothers, Robin Blair, Ellis Blair, and sister, Anna Brown. He is survived by his daughter, Bethany (Larry) Bolender of Batavia, brother, Ronnie Blair of Hamersville, sisters, Doris Monnette of Hamersville, Carolyn Anderson of Hamersville, granddaughter, Adelyn Bolender of Batavia, several nieces and nephews. Services were at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2011 at Egbert Funeral Home where Richard Deems officiated. Interment followed in New Harmony Cemetery. The Egbert Funeral Home, Mt. Orab, served the family.
Reuben Keeton, 87 "The Stickman on Rt. 50" Reuben Keeton, "The Stickman on Rt. 50", 87, Fayetteville died at his residence, Saturday, Aug. 27, 2011. He was born March 18, 1924 in Magoffin County, Ky., the son of Cornelius and Ora Crase Keeton. He was an employee of Celotex Corp. for 42 years, a member of the Wheelrim Baptist Church in Magoffin County, Ky., a member of Greenville Lodge #655 F.&A.M. in Kentucky and most recently a member of O.E.S. Owensville Chapter #370. He has been known as "The Stickman" for many years creating unique walking sticks chosen from different wood locally and all over the United States. Newsman Joe Webb interviewed Reuben many years ago showing off his talents. On June 10, 1950 he married Lutie Lykins Keeton who survives along with daughters and sons-in-law, Brenda and Mike Sulllins, Kathy and Gene Snider, sons and daughters-in-law, Keith and Teresa Keeton, Jerry and the late Dale Keeton, grandchildren, Charity, Angela, Becca, Kristina, Jennifer, Daniel Mandy, Cindy, Jason, great grandchildren, Alana, Matthew, Michael, Logan, Jason, Cassidy, Isabelle and Keeton, sister Runnie Hall, brother, Ralph Keeton. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his granddaughter Miranda, and siblings, Richmond, Rodney, Radar, Robert, Rufus, Denzel, Lorraine and 4 infants. Services were Wednesday, August 31, 2011, which included a Masonic service rendered by Hamer Lodge #228 F&AM. Brother Keith Keeton and Brother Johnny Richie officiated. Burial was in Graceland Memorial Gardens, Milford. The Evans Funeral Home, Milford, served the family.
Lisa (nee Hensley) Yankie, 50 Lisa (nee Hensley) Yankie, 50, of Buford, Oh., passed away Monday, August 29, 2011. She was born Sept. 8, 1960 in Georgetown, Oh., daughter of Lyman Hensley and Patricia Sue Brown Hensley. She was a member of graduate of Lychburg Clay High School Class of 1978. Survivors include her brother, Charles (Betty) Hensley, four nieces, Christina Hensley, Kayla Hensley, Bailey Hensley, Angie Bolende, two nephews, Todd Schmese, Zachary Eyre, brother-in-law, Bob Eyre, 7 great nieces and nephews, and a special friend, Chuck Jones. Lisa was preceded in death by her parents, Lyman Hensley, Patricia Sue and James Harris, one brother, Richard Hensley, and one sister, Cindy Eyre. Services were held at Concord Church of God, 3224 Twin Bridges Road, Williamsburg, Friday, September 2, 2011 where Pastor James Reeder officiated. Interment followed in the Buford Cemetery, Buford, Ohio. The Edgington Funeral Home, served the family.
Irma Claire Purdy, 80 Irma Claire Purdy, 80 of Georgetown, Oh., died Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011. She retired after 30 years of service from the Brown County General Hospital in Georgetown, from the data processing department and was baptized in the Felicity Church of Christ. Irma was born Oct. 27, 1930 in Utopia, Oh., the daughter of the late Eugene M. and Elizabeth (Hicks) Jennings. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter – Connie Purdy in 1970 and one great grandson – Colt Abram Little in 2009. Ms. Purdy is survived by four sons – Allen L. Purdy and wife Christie of Sardinia, Danny Purdy of Cincinnati, Dale Purdy and wife Pam and John R. Purdy all of Georgetown, nine grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren, two sisters – L’Vera Seipelt and Ivetta Dawes both of Georgetown, Ohio and one brother – Eugene Jennings, Jr. of Georgetown. Services were held Monday, Aug. 29, 2011 where Rev. Delbert Dawes officiated. Interment was in the Confidence Cemetery in Georgetown. The Cahall Funeral Home, Georgetown, served the family.
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Thomas L. Barrackman, 48, died Monday, Aug. 22, 2011. He was born April 19, 1963 the loving son of Rosalie Barrackman of Sardinia, and the late James Robert Barrackman. He was the beloved father of Tommy L. Barrackman Jr. Milford, Matthew David Barrackman, Milford, and Corey Evan Barrackman, Milford, dear brother of Jennifer K. Barrackman of Sardinia, Sheila S. (Michael) Jones of Independence, Ky., Mark R. Barrackman, Milford, Theresa J. (Rodney) Roark, Cincinnati, Paul J. (Angel) Barrackman, Williamsburg and Krista (Anthony) Wallace, Mt. Orab, caring ex-husband and friend of Sue Brewer, Milford, also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins family and friends. He was employed bt Portion Pac Heinz, Inc. for over 22 years. Services were held Saturday Aug. 27, 2011 followed by interment at Williamsburg Cemetery. The Megie Funeral Home, Mt. Orab, served the family.
The Sons of the American Revolution and the Military Order of the Purple Heart will come together on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2011 to honor fifty military veterans of wars and conflicts ranging from WWII to the Iraq War. The Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution will present that society’s Wounded Warrior Coin to the veterans at its Constitution Day Luncheon in Cincinnati. Both groups share common goals in their volunteer services at veteran’s hospitals and homes for veterans as well as in their efforts focused on fostering patriotism and good citizenship among America’s youth and recognizing outstanding leadership in Senior and Junior ROTC programs. For more information contact Chapter President John Langlitz at (513) 451-7297.
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Senior Expo canceled for 2011
Legion Auxiliary to begin meetings American Legion Post 367 Ripley Auxiliary will start their meetings again beginning Tuesday, Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. at the Riverview Place Apartments, 101 Governor Street, Ripley.
For seniors in the area, early September usually brings a time of excitement for the annual Senior Expo that is sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging District 7 (AAA7). Unfortunately for 2011, Senior Expo had to be canceled with the hopes of a return in the future. At this time, no decision has been made regarding Senior Expo for 2012. Once known, that information will be relayed to the community and AAA7 service providers.
FACT OR FICTION In the 11th chapter of the book of Hebrews we find the definition of the word faith. It states: “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” You cannot see faith but you can see the evidence of it. It is like air. You cannot see it but you know it is there. No one has ever seen a tornado. You can see the particles and debris which the wind picks up but the wind itself is invisible. The damage it does is evidence. Look, faith like the wind comes first and the evidence comes later. We need to believe in things which we cannot see and in things which has not yet happened. You believe there are tornadoes and you believe that there will be damage when one hits even though you may never have experienced one. That is faith. Another example of faith would be if a father promised a small boy a bicycle for his birthday, which is still in the future, and the child believes he will receive it even though he has no evidence of it at the time of the promise. That is faith. When the appropriate time comes, the father will produce the evidence of the boy’s faith by giving him the bike. Faith must be based on facts not fantasy. Faith based on fantasy is not faith it is fantasy. Faith is based on scripture which is factual. What God has promised He will do. Someday we will see the evidence of our faith. We have seen the evidence of promises which have already been fulfilled. That is fact. So our faith is based on facts which were first told of in scriptures. Verse 3 states: “Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear.” Mankind tries to explain creation by evolution but by faith Christians believe the worlds were spoke into being by God. Evolution can be disproved by simple math but mankind chooses to believe in the fantasy of evolution in order to leave God out of creation. Some religions also believe in fantasy rather than facts. They go by legends, myths, traditions, or fairy tales. Christianity has been proven over and over again by the facts of past history. Many of the biblical prophecies have been fulfilled and are now recorded history. But some people believe whatever they want to believe regardless of the facts. People can listen to something without paying any attention to what they are listening to and glean only the information
DR. CHARLES SMITH MT. ORAB BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH www.bbcmtorab.com they want to hear. Therefore, they will believe things which are not factual. We should not follow myths, not in religion or anywhere else. The myth of how the robin got its red breast is actually believed, to their shame, by some Christians! The new age movement we have here in America is based on no facts whatsoever but on beliefs only. That kind of religion has faith in fantasy. It will not do you any good and it will not get you to heaven. Religion without facts is false. The evidence of Christianity is all over America. It has been ever since the landing of the Pilgrims in 1620. It is a fact that America has been blessed by God and that it is the evidence of the faith that has been manifested in this country. Look around the world today and then tell me that America has not been blessed. The Bible tells us in II Corinthians 5:17: “Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” The evidence of a person’s salvation is his changed life. Nonbelievers will keep an eye on a saved person’s life just waiting for him to slip up and fall back into his old ways. But Christians are not perfect. We have imperfections, but thank God we are not what we used to be. Faith can transform your life and a transformed life is evidence of what God is doing in you. But without faith it is impossible to please God: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. “Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not” (Jeremiah 33:3) Again: “Behold, I am the Lord, the God of all flesh: is there anything too hard for me? (Jeremiah 32:27) Faith is up to the individual. How is your faith? Is it based on the factual scriptures of the Authorized King James Bible or is it based on mythological fantasy?
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Scott’s welcome home son Mr. and Mrs. Gabe and Erin Scott, Ripley, are proud to announce the birth of their first child, Hunter Eric Scott. Hunter was born Friday, June 17, 2011 at Brown County Regional Hospital in Georgetown. He weighed 7 lbs., 2 oz. and measured 21 inches in length. Paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Rick and Kristi Scott maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Curt and Kim Spiller, and Mr. Tony Pfeffer, all of Ripley. Maternal great-grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Joe and Phyllis Huff, also of Ripley. The Brown County Press would like to congratulate Gabe and Erin on the birth of their first child, Hunter.
Ripley Women’s Club honors Harriett Jackson Groh The Ripley Women’s Club is proud to announce that Harriett Jackson Groh has been selected as the General Federation of Women’s Clubs/Ohio Jennie Award recipient. The GFWC Jennie Award honors one clubwoman from each state for outstanding commitment to club, community, and family. Harriett was chosen by the Ripley Women’s Club to compete at state, regional, and national levels for her outstanding personal commitment to club, community, and family. The GFWC Jennie Award is named in honor of GFWC’s founder, Jane Cunningham Croly, who wrote for national newspapers under the pseudonym “Jennie June.” The award is an occasion to highlight extraordinary clubwomen who epitomize her spirit of independence, courage, and persistence in purpose through their roles as volunteers within their clubs, elsewhere in the community, and as members of a family or extended family. Although GFWC has many awards for states and clubs, the GFWC
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Johnson receives award at OSF Mia Johnson, 10, received Outstanding of the Day at this year's Ohio State Fair for her clothing project: Fun With Clothes. She is a member of the Georgetown Happy Hustlers 4-H Club. This was her first year with a clothing project.
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Jennie Award is the only national honor that recognizes individual members for personal excellence. In fact, it is the highest honor bestowed by GFWC. Harriett Jackson-Groh is the quintessential exemplar for the GFWC Jennie Award, having been a member of the Ripley Women’s Club since 1987. Her longtime commitment to club, church, community and family are second to none.
Ben Houser Memorial Golf Scramble scheduled The Mount Orab Lions Club will be holding its Annual Golf Outing on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2011 at the White Oak Golf Club located at 5510 Tri-County Highway, Sardinia. Proceeds from this outing are designated for improvements and projects within the Mount Orab area. It was Ben Houser’s idea to hold the first Mount Orab Lion’s Club Golf Outing seven years ago, so to honor Houser, this one is being called the ‘Ben Houser
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Memorial Golf Scramble’. Ben was a great Lions Club member with 25 years of perfect attendance, in addition to holding many offices and actively working all the fund raisers. Cost to enter is $200.00 for a team of four. Please remit checks payable to Mount Orab Lions Club and mail to Carroll Wallace, Golf Outing Chairman, 4541 Stony Hollow Road, Georgetown, Ohio 45121. For additional information call Wallace at (937) 378-4444.
WC announces Summer 2011 Dean’s List Several area residents have at least a 3.5 grade point averbeen named to the Wilmington age on a 4.0 scale. College Dean’s List for the 2011 summer semester. Joseph Kristopher Laugel, Georgetown, senior [CSCC] was named to the Dean’s List through either the main campus, Blue Ash branch or the collaboration with Cincinnati State Community College: To be eligible for the Dean’s List honor, a student must be enrolled fulltime and maintain
There will be a Gelter/West Family Reunion on Sunday, Sept. 4, 2011 beginning at 1 p.m. The reunion will be held at the Macon Church of Christ Annex on Emmons Street in macon. Please bring a covered dish and plan on reminiscing with relatives. For more information call (937) 695-0265,
F’ville Boosters hold fundraiser Fayetteville Booster Organization will host a Monte Carlo Night on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2011 at St. Angela Merici's Daly Hall in Fayetteville. The event time will be 8 p.m. -12 a.m. Admission is $15.00 per person which includes softdrinks, food, and raffle for cash prizes, Games include blackjack, Beat the Dealer, Money Wheel, Tear Offs, Texas Holdem, Poker, Silent Auction, Races, and More! Tickets can purchases at the door or by calling (513) 8754353
Jones named to Dean’s List at Syracuse Univ. Syracuse University has named Kellianne Jones of Fayetteville, (College of Arts and Sciences and S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications) to the Spring 2011 Dean’s List. To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must achieve at least a 3.4 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) during the semester.
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The sunflowers are yellow. I drive down the road to the farm, worried about this, fretting about that, and then I come around the bend and there they all are, facing my direction to welcome me home. Some stand taller than others. Some have broad faces, others small. Some have several flowers, others only one, but they are all so absolutely and cheerfully yellow. As soon as I see this bright army of sunshine I can only smile. My worries and frets fall far behind. The garden marigolds are yellow. I walk down their rows, dead heading as I go. Their sweet aroma fills the air and lingers on my fingertips long after I have taken off my farm boots and washed my hands for dinner. I smile to think that the most famous perfumery in Paris could not create a better scent. The summer squash are yellow. I simply steam them on the grill, wrapped in tinfoil with stewed tomatoes, and pour them over rice with a touch of parmesan sprinkled on top. I think to myself, such a simple but good dinner, as I wash the few dishes, smiling. And I know that I could eat the yellow squash flowers, but then the flower would not grow into the vegetable, so I smile again, glad to have the choice, but for now I'll wait for the flowers to turn to squash. The finches are yellow. They flitter and fly between the feeders I have hung on poles out in the upper field. Perhaps they are so yellow because I feed them our sunflower seeds from last summer's harvest. Each evening we sit on the side deck after dinner and simply watch. Sometimes five of the finch will gather at one feeder. Then another little bird will fly in and suddenly all of their yellowness will scatter to the tops of the trees that border the field. We smile to watch their bright yellow flit about in the evening field as dusk falls. It has never occurred to me until now, what a bright yellow late summer's months actually are. Fifty seven years, and I'm still just realizing so many things. I smile, looking forward to tomorrow. *** Marigolds I have always loved marigolds, even when I lived in the city. I could pick up a few at the grocery store, plant them beside the front walk, and then happily ignore them and they would grow, adding color to my life and making me feel as though I had actually landscaped the front yard. I still love marigolds, but now I do not ignore them. I started a whole tobacco float tray of marigold seeds this past spring and then planted two long rows with the tractor drawn setter down the middle of the garden. I did not plan it this way, but one row was almost completely yellow and the other orange. And then I did what I did in the city. I ignored them, at least for the first month or so of summer. The flowers came on beautifully. I would walk between the rows and smell that wonderful deep marigold scent. Then the first flowers started to wilt and die and I knew it was time to begin that luxurious task of dead heading. There is nothing like the crisp snap of the wilted
CHRISTINE TAILER marigold flower as it pops off of its stem and into the palm of my hand. The snap reminds me of playing pinball when I was younger. It was the feel of the button beneath my finger and the swat of the rubber coated flipper against the steel ball that kept me transfixed and attached to the pinball machine. Now it is the feel of the snap and the scent of the sweet flower that eagerly draws me to walk between the rows and dead head the one hundred and fifty foot rows of yellow and orange flowers. But I know that deadheading is not only enjoyable. It is also a necessary thing to do. I purposely left four plants alone and did not snap off the wilted flowers. They are as big and bushy as their neighbors, but have few if any flowers. Apparently snapping off the wilted flowers fools the plant into producing more flowers that it needs to turn to seed and so reproduce itself. If the flowers are left untouched and allowed to fully wilt and go to seed, then the plant behaves as though it has already done what it needs to do, and it will stop producing flowers. So all summer long I have walked the rows of marigolds, happily deadheading and breathing in that heady sweet scent. Now why did I plant all those marigolds? I planted them to repel pests and it seems to have worked. This past month I did find a few Japanese Beetles on their flowers, but none of my other garden plants were bothered by this leaf eating pest. It seems that the scent that I so enjoy, other creatures want to avoid, so much the better for my garden. But what could I do, besides enjoying deadheading, three hundred feet of marigold plants? Hmm … I searched the internet and I did not have to look far before I found a recipe for marigold wine. Why not give it a try. So today I scooted along between the marigold rows riding my trusty five gallon bucket, snapping off the biggest and prettiest flowers and cutting the petals off into a steel bowl that I held in my lap. The three hundred feet of flowers yielded exactly four quarts of compressed petals, just enough to make four gallons of wine. As I write tonight, the scent of the flowers lingers on my fingers. My five gallon stainless steel pot sits cooling on the table beside me. I can lift the lid and see the bright yellow and orange mash inside. When it cools down, perhaps tomorrow morning, I will add the wine yeast and then I will let it ferment for four days, after which I will strain off the mash and siphon the liquid into a four gallon glass jar, where it will sit for a year, under airlock. I will be patient. I will wait, and then, by this time next year, I imagine that I'll be able to sit back and relax on the side porch with a glass of mighty fine marigold wine. I'll be sure to let you know! *** Solar Panels Blue skies and white clouds
OSU South Centers 20-Year Commemoration It’s a party to celebrate the 20-year anniversary of the Ohio State University South Centers! Bring the whole family and join in the FREE festivities on Thurs., Sept. 15, open to the public from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 1862 Shyville Road, Piketon, Ohio. Attendees will hear about services provided to southern Ohio in agricultural research, Extension, and business assistance as the OSU South Centers celebrates the past and builds for the future. Guests will be registered for prizes, and children may par-
ticipate in activities for special prizes and a final drawing. FREE activities will include: • Wagon tours and selfguided walking tours • Hot dogs, popcorn, apples, and more • Children’s activities including pumpkin decorating • OSU give-away and children’s drawing and much more! For more information, contact Joy Bauman at (740) 2892071 Ext. 111 or e-mail jbauman@ag.osu.edu.
have been passing over our heads these past several days. Not too hot and not too cold, we felt as though this was the perfect weather for living off the energy grid. The breeze fanned the windmill's turbine blades. The sun shone down on the solar panels. The cabin's deep cell batteries were fully charged each evening and we could use as much electricity as we pleased, but we knew that the short days of winter lay just ahead, and we have been cautiously watching as the sun passes over the hill behind the cabin earlier and earlier each evening. So we'll admit it. These luxurious, fully charged batteries have us spoiled. We can cruise the internet after dark, watch television, keep the lights on, and enjoy our battery charged electricity way after dark, but not for long, unless … we get more solar panels! Solar panels are somehow addicting. We started out with two solar panels, but that was when we only stayed in the cabin on weekends, and returned to energy gluttony in the city each week. Then, four years ago, we sold that city house and came to live in the cabin fulltime. We added two more solar panels to our energy system. So for the past four years we have generated all of our electricity off of the four panels, enjoying the windmill as only occasional back up, when the infrequent summer breeze, or winter wind, blows up the creek valley. But now … we are adding four more solar panels to our array! Oh the gluttony I imagine! There is hard work, however, involved in doubling our solar electric system. The small pole that held the four panels will not be strong enough to support eight, so Greg has dug a deep hole and planted a monolithic pole, six and three quarter inches in diameter, off the side of the deck. As I write he mixes and pours eighty pound bags of cement into the hole. He sings as he works. Twenty two bags lie crumpled on the ground. Ten more to go and somehow he finds the energy to sing. Perhaps the thought of wintertime electric gluttony keeps him inspired and working with such energy. So we will watch satellite television every night until we are tired, no more reading by the fire, and then I will put in our favorite CD's and we will listen music, not the sounds of the creek crickets or birds, as we fall off to sleep. No more sitting on the deck and playing my guitar or the wooden recorder that was my mother's. We will listen to the radio or our collection of favorite artists. Our bellies will be full with a winter evening dinner prepared in the twelve volt crock pot that I bought at the truck stop, not the roast that I prepared on top of the wood stove. And I'll set an electric timer as I cook dinner each night. No more need for the wind up old faithful that I found at a yard sale years ago. We will awake each morning to an electric alarm clock, not the call of the cuckoo clock, and I'll make our coffee with an automatic preset coffee maker, not the simple press that I have used for eight years. Yes indeed, I imagine our electric gluttony. But now that I think of it, reading by the fire is the perfect way to spend a winter's evening. And I love the open window by our bed as I fall asleep and listen to the creek's night sounds. And playing my guitar and recorder are among my favorite pastimes. Cooking on the woodstove adds a touch of magic to our winter dinners. And there is no doubt about it, looking forward to the smell of coffee as I pour water into the press, helps get me out of bed each morning. Yes, now that I think of it, it's a good thing that Greg will not be able to read this story until the newspaper comes out later on in week, after he has finished all of his hard work. Otherwise, I might just have convinced him that we really do not need any more solar panels, and that all of his hard work has been for naught! Hmm ….
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Three back on ballot after hearing to sign in the area of the petition that I now know is known as fiscal officer and not clerk. “Then when I turned in my petition, I was given a receipt where I was running for fiscal officer.” Watson said she was surprised to receive the letter a couple days later that she had not been certified because her petition was wrong. “I would have appreciated having been told at the time I turned my petition in,” she added, “That the position I was running for did not exist.” Likewise, Pack told the board a similar story. “I too applied for my petition,” Pack began, “When I came in I asked for a petition for clerk of Pleasant Township. I filled all my paperwork out, right there in front of the clerks in the office. My receipt I received said it was for fiscal officer. “I turned my petition back in, and then I waited to hear something. Then when the News Democrat came out stating the candidates were certified, and I was one of them, I spent money for my campaign. That’s what everybody waits for is to see that certification.” Pack said she went out and bought tee shirts for her campaign. “Then I receive a letter from
the board of elections a couple days later that tells me there has been a fatal error on my petition,” she continued. “That’s when I decided to go on the ballot as a write-in, and paid another $30.” Quallen told the women, that the published report in that paper was incorrect and they were basing their decisions, like buying shirts, on what was in the paper. “I just want to state to everyone here that this board has agonized over all this,” Herdman said. “We’ve done everything possible to check these petitions. And we want everyone to run for these offices, that’s just a foregone conclusion, but by the same token we are held by state law.” Herdman said that the new restrictions handed down by the Secretary of State has had a chilling effect on the staff at the board of elections. “Our staff is only allowed to answer a direct question to receive specific instructions,” Herdman added. Following the discussion board of elections director Jones said she could not put the two women on the ballot because the office of clerk does not exist. The motion was made to allow the two women's names be placed on the ballot, it was seconded, but ended in a tie. Hall and Hurt voted yes
while Quallen and Herdman voted no. The split vote forces the matter to be settled by Secretary of State Jon Husted. “Like it or not,” said Hurt, “the secretary of state is the chief elections officer in the state of ohio and we are subservient to that power.” Next to appear before the board was Jim Gifford, candidate for Georgetown Board of Education, also returned his petition to the board, and received a letter saying he too had made a fatal error. Gifford had properly placed his name on the first page of his petition but failed to put his address on the second page, rendering the signatures on that page invalid. Gifford argued that his name and address were on the front page and he thought that would be sufficient, but that he wasn’t sure about the way he had filled it out. After hearing from Jessica Little, it was confirmed that the form was improperly filled out and the decision to not allow his name on the ballot stood unanimously. Candidate Dennis White, running for Georgetown Council told the board that when he turned in his four-page petition the clerk looked over all the pages and was told that they all looked all right. “I was surprised to learn that
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Fair time is here again, winery reopening, vineyard tours As you read this it will most likely be September. The Adams Co. Fair is behind us, but September means both the Highland and Brown Co. Fairs are coming close. The Highland Co. Fair begins on Sept. 3 and will go until Sept. 10 in Hillsboro. The Highland Co. Extension Office will be moved to the fairgrounds during the week of the fair. I can still be contacted through the Adams Co. Office at 937-544-2339 or Brown Co. Office at 937-3786716. The only office that currently has voice mail for after office hours is the Brown Co. Office. The Brown Co. Fair begins on Sept. 26 and runs through Oct. 1 in Georgetown. The Brown Co. Extension Office is located on the Fairground. Local Winery Re-opening and Vineyard Tours On Sept. 3 and 5 there will be an opportunity to tour local vineyards and wineries. The list includes: Harmony Hill Vineyards, Meranda-Nixon Winery, Kinkead Ridge Vineyard and Winery, and LaVigna Estate Winery. For more information, including maps, times, etc. you may check out the web page for Kinkead Ridge by logging onto www.kinkeadridge.com or call 937-392-6077. Anaplasmosis- Prevention or Treatment Last week I discussed Anaplasmosis as a disease that can cause some real problems in a herd of cattle. There have been cases reported in Southern Ohio in the past few years of this potential deadly disease that can be transmitted by insects like ticks or biting flies, or by needles, dehorners, and so forth that can transmit blood from one animal to another. Texas A&M has an outstanding factsheet available that explains this disease in detail. If you suspect you have had a case show up in your herd, good advice would be to contact your local veterinarian as soon as possible. Prevention and treatment can include injections and medicated mineral or feed with chlortetracycline in feed is useful. Again your veterinarian can help with all aspects of this problem, including prevention. This is a situation where knowing what caused a death is very valuable. Being able to identify the problem early
DAVID DUGAN will aid in prompt treatment and prevention. The cost of having an animal examined to identify cause of death is really pretty reasonable on the surface, but it looks really cheap if it helps you prevent additional losses. Animals that are found dead without any known cause would need to be transported to the nearest lab promptly during this time of the year. Your veterinarian can help you locate a lab and give you additional instructions including blood samples that can be stored that might be helpful, too. Extension Office Hours With the shared agreement between the three counties, we will have common office hours. The offices will be open from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. The offices will be closed for lunch from noon until 12:30 p.m.. The offices will be closed Monday for the Labor Day Holiday. Farm Science Review The dates for the Farm Science Review in 2011 are Sept. 20-22. The review is held just north of London, OH, which is located west of Columbus. For more information about the Farm Science Review, including exhibits, displays and golf cart rental information you can access the webpage at
http://fsr.osu.edu Tickets and Farm Science Review information is also available at your local OSU Extension Office. You can call me in Adams Co. at 5442339, Brown Co. at 3786716, or in Highland Co. at 393-1918. Dates to Remember • Sept. 3-10 Highland Co. Fair • Sept 10 & 17 Shrimp Harvest at Ratliff Farm • Sept 20-22 Farm Science Review • Sept 26- Oct 1 Brown Co. Fair • Oct. 7 Brown Co. 4-H Ox Roast back on the Fairgrounds in Rhonemus Hall.
my petition wasn’t all right,” White said. “I was told everything was alright at the office and then I also saw in the paper that I was certified, but that didn’t work out.” Apparently, although White had filled out the petition correctly, he failed to write his name as circulator of the petition on the back of the form. Attorney Jay Cutrell took over at that point and told the board that he did not believe, according to the Ohio Revised Code that the law stating his name had to be on the back as circulator only applied to statewide applicants petitions, and only Georgetown residents would be voting for Mr. White. Prosecutor Little excused herself temporarily from the meeting to do some research on a computer to see if she could find more information on this matter. Upon her return, she agreed with Cutrell that the issue is very unclear and definitely left some question in everyone's minds on how the matter is handled. The motion was made to allow Mr. White to appear on the ballot and run for Georgetown Council. The motion passed unanimously. As the meeting was about to adjourn, board member Hall asked to bring the issues of clerk back to the table for discussion, again. “I feel that we should seat these women as candidates. What they did was an honest mistake, not knowing fiscal officer was another name for clerk,” Hall began, “There seems to have a lot of muddying of waters in the early stages of this process and they got cross signals. “This office probably should have said there is not clerk position open. I thing for the betterment of all they should be allowed to be seated on the ballot.” After about 20 minutes more on the issue another vote was taken and this time the vote was 3-1 in favor of seating the two women. Jones had plans to contact the two women right away to tell them of the vote change. The next scheduled meeting of the Brown County Board of Elections will be Thursday, September 8, at 2 p.m.
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VILLAGE OF SARDINIA, BROWN COUNTY, OHIO LEGAL NOTICE Sealed proposals will be received at the office of the Village Administrator, 151 Maple Avenue, Sardinia, Ohio until 2:00 p.m. local time on September 27, 2011 for furnishing all labor, materials and equipment necessary to complete the project known as Kelly Street, Thompson Street, Pleasant Avenue Water Main Replacement, and at a said time and place, publicly open and read aloud. Contract documents, bid sheets, plan and specifications can be obtained at said office and also McCarty Associates, LLC at 213 North High Street, Hillsboro, Ohio at $40.00 per set, which money will be refunded to the unsuccessful bidders upon the return of the complete set in good condition no more than ten (10) days after bid date. Checks shall be made payable to the McCarty Associates. Specifications will also be on file in the plan room of the F.W. Dodge Corporation. Each bidder is required to furnish with its proposal, a Bid Guaranty and Contact Bond in accordance with Section 153.54 of the Ohio Revised Code. Bid security furnished in Bond form, shall be issued by a Surety Company or Corporation licensed in the State of Ohio to provide said surety. Each Proposal must contain the full name of the party or parties submitting the proposal and all persons interested therein. Each bidder must submit evidence of its experiences on projects of similar size and complexity. All contractors and subcontractors involved with the project will, to the extent practicable use Ohio Products, materials, services, and labor in the implementation of their project. Additionally, contractor compliance with the equal employment opportunity requirements of Ohio Administrative Code Chapter 123, the Governor’s Executive Order of 1972, and Governor’s Executive order 84-9 shall be required. Bidders must comply with the prevailing wage rates on Public Improvements in Brown County, Ohio as determined by the Ohio Bureau of Employment Services, Wage and Hour Division, (614) 644-2239. The village reserves the right to waive irregularities and to reject any or all bids. Tim Mock Village Administrator
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meeting 21 of 26 benchmarks. Those that were not met were 7th grade math, 8th grade math and science, Ohio Graduation Test science and the overall graduation rate. Within the district, both Hamersville Elementary and Mount Orab Elementary received grades of Excellent”. Mount Orab Middle and High schools were rated “Effective”. Superintendent Christopher Burrows said his district has plenty to be proud of. “We’re doing some great things and we’re seeing incremental growth throughout the district”, Burrows said. “Our staff is working with the kids and pushing them forward to academic excellence.” Burrows said that teachers in his district begin their day meeting in “Teacher Data Teams” where they can share teaching strategies and concerns before beginning the instructional day. Burrows praised his administrative leadership team for their part in making the scores happen for the district and also praised the school board as being academically focused. “Excellent with Distinction (the highest rating possible) is our goal next year”, Burrows said. Georgetown Georgetown received a district grade of “Effective”, meeting 19 of 26 benchmarks. Those that were not met were 3rd grade reading, 5th grade reading, math and science, 7th grade reading and math and 8th grade science. Within the district, the Elementary and Junior/Senior High School both received grades of Effective.” Superintendent Tom Durbin said he addressed the areas that need improvement with his staff on the first day they returned. “One thing we are doing is creating curriculum maps for the students which will track their progress not only in the grade they are currently in, but
will look at their past and future as well”, Durbin said. He added that he and his staff have “a sense of urgency for improvement K-12.” Durbin said his staff is looking at current and past state data “to see where we’ve been and identify areas to make improvements.”
and students. “We plan to keep improving and working toward specific goals”, White said. He added “I’m grateful for the commitment to education that our kids are receiving from the staff and from the community.” Ripley
Eastern Eastern received a district grade of “Effective”, meeting 23 of 26 benchmarks. Those that were not met were 5th grade reading and math and 8th grade science. Within the district, the Elementary and Junior/Senior High School both received grades of Effective.” Within the district, Russellville Elementary and Eastern Junior High School received “Effective” ratings. Sardinia Elementary and Eastern High School were rated as “Excellent.” Superintendent Michele Filon said she was thrilled with the results and noted that the district performance index was the highest in the county. She added that her district was one indicator short of receiving an “Excellent” rating. “Our goal is to keep moving up”, Filon said. “Our teachers are getting to know those kids on the bubble of narrowly passing or failing and trying to get them on a better academic footing.” She added “There is always room for improvement and we’re working toward that.” Fayetteville Fayetteville-Perry received a district grade of “Excellent”, meeting 23 of 26 benchmarks. Those that were not met were 5th grade math and 7th grade reading and math. Within the district the elementary and middle schools were rated as “Effective” and the high school received an “Excellent” rating. Superintendent Raegan White said that he is pleased that his district is rated “Excellent” once again and that he his very proud of the staff
Ripley received a district grade of “Effective”, meeting 16 of 26 benchmarks. Those that were not met were 4rd grade math, 5th grade reading and math, 6th grade math,
7th grade reading and math, 8th grade math, Ohio Graduation Test math, science and social studies. Within the district, the Elementary, Junior and Senior High Schools all received grades of Effective.” Superintendent Charles Birkholtz praised the progress at the made at the district. “Our performance index score is the highest in district history this year, and we’re very pleased with that”, he said. Birkholtz singled out progress made at the high school as well. “Our score there went up 15
Daniel Boone portrayal in Ripley on Sept. 16 There will be a Daniel Boone portrayal at Rankin State Memorial, (Rankin House) on Rankin Road off Route 52, Ripley on Friday, Sept. 16. The performance will begin at 6:30 p.m. Join the Friends of the Library for a potluck dinner before the performance— bring a side dish or dessert to share—we’ll provide the main course (Ripley Boat Club chicken) and beverages. Tables open at 5:30 p.m. The performance will be a presentation of The Siege of Boonesboro: In 1778, the Shawnees captured Boone and almost thirty of his men while they were making salt at the Blue Licks. He escaped and led the defense of Fort Boonesborough against a Shawnee and British siege. Boone’s testimony to new Kentucky settlers tells the dramatic story of a key episode of the American Revolution n Kentucky. Daniel Boone is portrayed by Scott New from Berea. From the Kentucky Chautauaqua catalogue: Daniel Boone Pathfinder 1734-1820 Daniel Boone was a legend even before his death, but much of what Americans think
points in one year and that’s just unheard of. All the credit goes to Susie Skinner and her staff over there.” Moving forward, Birkholtz said “We’ve got some work to do at the elementary level, particularly in the early grades to build a solid foundation for the kids. We need to see those third grade math and reading scores in the 90’s.”
He concluded by saying that although he was pleased with the progress, the district is not satisfied. “We’ve made gains, but we’re not where we need to be. Excellent with Distinction is our ultimate goal.” The complete ODE report cards are available for viewing at www.ode.state.oh.us.
Pike Township Community Center Open House set The Pike Township Trustees and fiscal officer will host an open house on Saturday, Sept. 10 from 4 – 8 p.m. Construction was completed of a new community center in December of 2010. Since December, a paved parking lot and some landscaping have been installed. This community center includes a three-bay storage building for equipment, and a community building with meeting room, offices, and a room for the public to use for events such as anniversaries, birthdays, graduation parties, wedding receptions, business meetings, etc. The Mt. Orab Fire Department contracts with
Pike Township to provide emergency services, and will display some of the equipment they use. Food and beverages will be provided free of charge. We hope the public will bring their whole families. The open house will be at 12700 State Route 774. Pike Township Trustees: Steve Royalty (937) 4442614 Roger Griffith (937) 4446228 Jay Anderson (937) 4447089 Fiscal Officer: Jenny Conrad (937) 4447418
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they know about him is off the mark. Neither a backwoods bumpkin nor an epic slayer of Indians, Boone was an intrepid explorer and natural leader whose actual exploits amply justify his larger-than-life reputation. Hi played a crucial role in the exploration and settlement of Kentucky and the American west. In case of rain, performance and picnic will be held at the Centenary Methodist Church For more information call (937) 392-4871
Brown County seniors who are in need of basic dental care but unable to afford these important services have the opportunity to do so thanks to a partnership with the Area Agency on Aging District 7 and The Ohio State University School of Dentistry. Through the Appalachian Geriatric Dentistry Program Mobile Clinic, seniors age 60 and over can take advantage of important dental care such as cleanings, fillings, extractions and denture realignments when the Mobile Clinic visits Brown County on Monday,
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Oct. 17, 2011 and Monday, Oct. 24, 2011. There is no income guidelines to receive the services, but those who are interested should call to reserve a place on the waiting list. To make a reservation at the Dental Clinic, that will be held at the Brown County Senior Center, please call at (937) 378-6603. Reservations will be taken in the order they are received. There will be 15 appointments available for each day. if anyone needs transportation to the dental clinic they may call Mary Latham at (937) 378-6603,
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The Very First Labor Day September 5, 1882 - Peter J. McGuire, a carpenter and labor union leader, was the person who came up with the idea for Labor Day. He thought American workers should be honored with their own day. He proposed his idea to New York's Central Labor Union early in 1882, and they thought the holiday was a good idea, too. With four long months between Independence Day and Thanksgiving, Peter suggested a month halfway in between. The very first Labor Day was held on a Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City. The day was celebrated with a picnic, concert and speeches. Ten thousand workers marched in a parade from City Hall to Union Square. Soon after that first celebration, the holiday was moved to the first Monday in September, the day we still honor. Congress passed legislation making Labor Day a national holiday in 1894. Labor Day is not just a day to celebrate the accomplishments of workers; for some people, it is also a day to talk about their concerns and to discuss ways to get better working conditions and salaries. from www.americaslibrary.gov
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TOM CALLAHAN, RPH You then probably became infected with the chickpox virus. Once the virus has infected you it begins to reproduce. Your body recognizes these viruses as being foreign and starts to m anufacture a number of different cells that will attack and kill off the virus. Unfortunately this whole process takes time, which is why you break out with the small bumps that are characteristic of chickenpox.
This is why after having chicken pox once, you don’t break out a second time. Your body is able to kill off the virus before it has a chance to multiply and spread throughout the body. This is where vaccines come into the picture. They give your body that first look at the virus. This is done in one of two ways: the vaccine can be made with viruses that have been d eactivated- like the injectable flu vaccine- or they can be made from attenuated viruses-like the shingles vaccine. An attenuated virus is one that has been changed so it reproduces much slower or has had some of its genes removed so it can’t cause disease. A deactivated virus is one that, if
viruses were considered alive, you would say it was killed. For a lot of people in recent years, even getting a seaso nal flu vaccine has been difficult because of supply problems. This is because we are still using 50-year-old technology to produce our vaccines. Flu vaccines are produced by injecting flu virus into a fertilized chicken egg where the virus is able to reproduce. Afterwards, the virus is harvested, purified and inactivated and used to make vaccines. Not only is this method tedious, it takes a lot of time to produce the final product and doesn’t scale very well. According to the CDC, in order to produce 300 million doses of vaccine it requires
900 million eggs. These eggs can’t come from just anywhere; they must come from chickens raised in strict quarantine. Because of this, the US government has spent millions researching new methods of producing vaccines. Not only will this lead to more reliable vaccine production, but it also will allow for much faster large scale production of vaccine for the next flu pandemic. 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.com
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In a recent article we discussed how the discovery of antibiotics was one of the major milestones of modern medicine. Another, possibly more important discovery, is the discovery of the concept of vaccination. Vaccines have virtually wiped out diseases like smallpox and polio; whereas antibiotics can not make that claim. Vaccines work by priming the body’s immune system so it’s ready. Our immune system is on e of our defenses against disease. It works in part by recognizing things that are foreign to our body and attacking that foreign particle. Back when you were a child you probably came in contact with someone that had chickpox.
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cessing plants in the Cincinnati district who worked through the night sorting mail. Now we have three processing plants doing the same work.” Redden went on to say that there are several post offices that bring in less than $5 a day and that the U.S. Postal Service is approximately $15 billion in debt.
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mail service, they were simply changing the style in which they do business. Glancy also addressed residents who had post office boxes. He told them they would have access to a cluster box unit where their mail would be delivered. Other residents expressed their concerns over the local post master’s job and at least one resident felt the postal service employees should take a cut in pay before closing rural post offices. Several other citizens were concerned about losing the Decatur zip code, but were assured that would not happen. Redden suggested forming
what’s called a ‘Village Post Office,’ where a business in the community could sell stamps, and handle many other operations generally handled by a post office. He did, however, say that a Village Post Office could not sell money orders, but that many businesses do sell money orders. Several local residents have already gone on a letter writing campaign to Washington and all the local politicians asking for assistance. Ending the meeting, the Decatur residents were advised to continue their efforts in saving their post office and making themselves heard.
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Rhonda Buchanan speaks directly to Hensley about the impact of John Carpenter’s murder on her family.
Hensley pleads guilty CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 There will never be anyone else like him, ever. All we have left are pictures and memories.” Mia Carpenter, the wife of Chris, released a statement to the Brown County Press on behalf of the family. It reads: “We as a family are very disappointed and angry that Joseph Hensley did not get life in prison for taking John’s life.
We are very grateful for the work done by everyone involved and we understand that mistakes can be made in any situation. We blame no one.” Mia Carpenter concluded by announcing that there would be a memorial to John Carpenter and other victims of violent crime on the afternoon of April 20, 2012 at the village park in Aberdeen.
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Dixie Melody Boys to be at Georgetown church Ed O’Neil and the Dixie Melody Boys will be at West Fork Baptist Church on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2011 at 7 p.m. West Fork Baptist Church is located at 10127 West Fork Rd, Georgetown. For directions please visit the church website at westforkbaptist.org or call Kevin Johnson at (937) 515-0675.
smile. “Hopefully we’ll get that one too.” Lunsford added that the village had been awarded grant money for the engineering in the “Safe Sidewalks to School,” program. He asked council to approve a special line item for the project, since the village would pay up-front and be reimbursed later. He also said progress was good in his ongoing negotiations with the Ohio Department of Transportation in regard to the 32/68 interchange. The next meeting of the Mt. Orab Village Council is scheduled for September 20.
Gospel singing on Sept. 3 The Daltons and The Yaneys will be singing at the Sardinia Wesleyan Holiness Mission on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2011 beginning at 7 p.m. The church is located at 110 Tri County Highway, Sardinia. For directions or more information call Pastor Christopher Thurman at (513) 206-0303. Everyone is welcome
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Dominant defense, balanced offense lead Broncos past Hillsboro on opening night By Andrew Wyder The Brown County Press HILLSBORO--Once Hillsboro scored a touchdown just 16 seconds into the second quarter to take the lead on the visiting Western Brown football team, it looked as if the Broncos were going to have to fight to earn their first win of the season and exact some revenge on the Indians. But that turned out to not be the case as the Broncos used an outstanding defensive effort and 35 unanswered points to roll past the Indians 49-18 last Friday night. “We’re excited to finally get that monkey off our back because those last two years were hard” Broncos head coach Evan Dreyer said. “We played great on defense. Our defense came out and really played well.” With the motivation of losing the past two season openers to Hillsboro in heart breaking fashion, the Broncos came out strong and dented
the score board first. The Broncos took over on the Indians 38 yard line and after Nick Woodyard completed a 12-yard pass to Zaine Clark they scored their first touchdown of the year. Woodyard took off from his quarterback position up field and cut towards the middle of the field, and he was off for a 26-yard touchdown run to put the Broncos up 7-0 with 7:48 left in the first quarter. While the offense had gott en the Broncos on the board quickly, they had a bad couple of minutes at the end of the first quarter and beginning of the second. Woodyard would be intercepted twice by the Indians defense, both by Tyrand Cumberland. He ran the first interception back 27-yards for a touchdown to get the Indians on the board. After the Indians missed the PAT, the score was 7-6 Broncos. On the next possession Cumberland once again
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Western Brown’s Nick Woodyard tries to break up a pass during the Broncos season opening win at Hillsboro. The Broncos defense game up less than 100 yards and just six points in the game.
picked off Woodyard. His interception return gave the Indians good field position at the Broncos 23 yard line. And the Indians took advantage as they scored on the next play. Christian Wildey took the handoff up the middle and burst to the outside and he was off to the endzone where he put the Indians on top 12-7 with 11:44 left in the first half. However, that is all the Broncos defense would give up the rest of the night. They continually pressured the Indians offense and never let them find any running lanes. After all was said and done, they had held the Indians to less than 100 yards of total offense. “Our defensive staff really had a great gameplan,” Dreyer said. “Our senior leadership really came out on the defense tonight. It’s been a different defense since that senior leadership has taken over.” Wh ile the defense took hold of the game on its side of the ball, the Broncos offense began to come alive in the second quarter. With the return of juniors Gunner Woodyard and Jake Lawson from injuries, the Broncos have added another dimension to their offense -an ability to have a balanced attack. That balanced attack helped steady the Broncos offense in the second quarter. Gunner Woodyard and Lawson started p ounding the ball on the ground and Nick Woodyard started to see the passing game open up. And the balanced attack helped the Broncos take the lead back for good on their next drive. On the drive Gunner Woodyard and Lawson pounded the ball a combined five times and it concluded with a 5-yard touchdown run by Lawson that put the Broncos back on top 15-12. After another defensive stop, the Broncos offense got the ball back and went back to pounding the Indians defense
with Gunner Woodyard and Lawson. Though they ran the ball frequently, the Broncos still made sure to keep the passing game alive. And that proved helpful quite a few times on hookups between Nick Woodyard and receiver Mike Lindsey. Their first hookup of the night (a 28-year reception on fourth and 18) gave the Broncos a first down and allowed Nick Woodyard to find Lawson out of the backfield on a swing pass three plays later for a 7- yard touchdown that gave the Broncos a 21-12 lead. Lindsey, who is playing football for the first time this season, had three catches Friday night for 84 yards. All three were over 20 yards and gave Broncos first downs when they were facing a third or fourth down. “He’s a great asset,” Dreyer said of the senior wide receiver. “I wished he would have played the other three years.” Coming out of halftime with a 21-12 lead, the Broncos offense looked to add on. On their first drive of the half, Nick Woodyard took over. He completed six passes on the drive and ran three more times. His final run on the drive was a 3-yard touchdown run, his second of the night, that pushed the Broncos lead to 28-12. And the Broncos were hardly done as th ey added to their lead quickly on their next drive. Nick Woodyard found his brother Gunner on the first play of the drive for a 28-yard pass play that set up their score. The next play Nick Woodyard pitched the ball to Lawson on a option play and Lawson made a cutback and was gone. He sprinted 22 yards to the endzone for the score. It put the Broncos up 35-12 near the end of the third quarter. The play of Gunne r Woodyard -- who had 47 yards on 11 carries and 60
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Jake Lawson makes a cut on his 22-yard touchdown run in Western Brown’s season opening win at HIllsboro. Lawson scored three TDs on the night -- two rushing and one receiving.
yards on six catches -- and Lawson -- who ran the ball 11 times for 52 yards and 2 touchdowns while catching eight passes for 65 yards and a touchdown -- was huge for the Broncos. “That was a big thing,” Dreyer said of the Broncos success running the ball. “Jake Lawson and Gunner Woodyard were hurt last year and I’m excited to have those guys back in the backfi eld this year. They’ll be key for our success this year.” Given how well the Broncos defense played on Friday night, it was only fitting they were able to put some points on the board. Senior safety Jordan Haggerty sacked the Indians quarterback, forcing a fumble inside the Indians own five yard line that was picked up by senior defensive lineman Jake Latham. Latham walked into the endzone from a couple of yards out for the score. With the extra point by Justin Berkley, the Broncos were up
42-12 and well on their way to victory. The seniors on the Broncos defense -- Haggerty and middle linebacker Spencer Howard among others -- led the unit to its strong showing against the Indians by playing downhill and fast. “They played a great game,” Dreyer said. “It’s going to exciting to see if they progress throughout t he season and to see how good those two could be.” They also had plenty of help from Latham and Brady Brooks, just to name a few. The scoring was filled out when the Indians returned a kickoff 85 yards for a score and when Devyn Wood scored the Broncos final touchdown on a quarterback run late in the fourth quarter. Nick Woodyard threw for 258 yards on the night with that touchdown and four interceptions. H e added another 35 yards on the ground and two more touchdowns.
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Though they got off to a bit of a sluggish start early on in their match against Lynchburg on Tuesday night, the Fayetteville volleyball team was able to regroup and earn a 3-1 home Southern Hills Conference victory. The Lady Rockets won 2513, 18-25, 25-15 and 25-7. “We were roller coaster-ing it for a while,” Lady Rockets coach Sharon Sheets said. “I did not like first game or second game. We got on some
serving runs and that helped us.” While they struggled at times in the first game, the Lady Rockets seemed to have hit their stride towards the end of that game. They outscored the Lady Mustangs 11-1 to finish the game and looked like they were going to take control of the match from that point on. However, that wasn’t to be as the Lady Mustangs climbed back into the match in the second game. Playing a bit sloppy and not finishing hits, the Lady
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Fayetteville’s Kathryn Fitzpatrick (11) sets the ball as teammate McKenna Hammons (22) prepares to spike it over the net. Teammate Sydney Sheets (30) looks on.
Rockets struggled throughout the game to consistently hit the ball inbounds or get much going in the service game as the Lady Mustangs took the game 25-18 to even the match at one game apiece. “We were playing sloppy,” Sheets said. “We were not setting the ball up. We just weren’t playing our game.” Starting with the third game, the Lady Rockets started settling back into their game. Jumping out to an early 114 lead, the Lady Rockets cruised to 25-15 win and a two games to one lead. In that third game, Sheets - who has a young team with several talented freshman and sophomores that are a part of her rotation -- went with a veteran lineup to settle the team down. “That third game I kind of went with my very first rotation that I’ve always went with,” she said. “And I didn’t change as much, I didn’t sub as much.” Apart of that lineup, which also started the game, in the third game were seniors Lydia Tissandier and Kathryn Fitzpatrick. The seniors play on the front line was a big boost throughout the match. Tissandier led the team with seven kills and 24 total attacks while Fitzpatrick was next with six kills and 13 total attacks. “Her and Lydia work very
well on that front row together,” Sheets said. While the Lady Rockets had began to find their footing in the third game, they showed their full potential in the fourth, and final, game. They played a very solid game that showcased their
abilities in all areas of the game. Some of the younger players found their footing in the game, particularly freshman Lincoln Smyth who showed her ability on the front line with five kills. But the overwhelming rea-
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MAYSVILLE, KY--The intensity that Ripley boys soccer coach Gabe Scott had been looking for so far this young season finally came out on Monday night when the Blue Jays battled Mason County. It took it awhile to come out but when it did it came fast and furiously as the Blue Jays fought back from a 4-1 deficit with three goals over the final 20 plus minutes to tie the Royals 4-4. “The last 22 minutes of the game were the most intense we’ve play this season so far,” Scott said. “I was talking to my assistant coach on the sideline and was saying this is the kind of level we needed to be (at). I knew we were going be creating some opportunities just going from that intensity level.” While the Blue Jays began playing more intense with
about 20 minutes to go, it wasn’t until five minutes later that they saw it finally begin to pay off. It started when Gage Bradford made a run up field to score a goal to bring the Blue Jays within two, 4-2, with 15:04 left in the game. A little more than a minute later the Blue Jays attack netted another goal. Scott moved Donte’ Bennett, who was playing as the central defender on the back line because of an injury, up to help with the offensive attack. Using his speed, Bennett sprinted up field to follow a Bradford shot attempt. Bennett got the rebound and put the ball into the back of the net. “I released Donte’ from the back tonight to go up and it kind of ended up creating some opportunities,” Scott said, “and he was able to punch one in. He’s got speed. His speed is unmatched.” Despite how well things
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Gage Bradford looks to make a play in the first half of Ripley’s 4-4 tie with Mason County on Monday night. Bradford scored a goal and set up two more in the final minutes as the Blue Jays rallied back for the tie.
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seemed to go in the final 20 minutes, the Blue Jays had a couple of unfortunate injuries happen during their run. Keeper Tyler Grayson was forced out with an injury as was defender Tyler Planck. Scott wasn’t able to comment on how serious the injuries were. However, the Blue Jays were able to regroup and find a way to get the equalizer just before the final whistle blew. Bradford made another run down the field to the corner with less than a minute left in the game. As he turned and dribbled towards the goal, he lifted a beautiful cross that floated towards the goal. Waiting near the goal was Blue Jay teammate Drew Wilson, who got his head on the ball and got it past the Royals keeper for the tying goal with just seconds to go. “We’ve had a lot of difficulty putting together an intense game,” Scott said. “I still don’t feel that we’ve put together a fully intense game tonight. Hopefully this will step up our intensity level. (We’re) going into two league matches this week against two of the top teams in the league. Hopefully this will get a little bit of confidence on our back.” The Royals had built their 4-1 lead by getting two goals apiece from Robert Poe and Cody Hamm. Scott said a nearly identical situation happened between the two teams a couple years ago. “It’s kind of payback to Mason County,” he said cheerfully. “They did this to us about three years ago. We were up 4-1...it happened exactly this way. Only it didn’t go in our favor last time.” Riley Saelens scored the first Blue Jay goal in the first half. The Blue Jays will battle Southern Hills League foes Fayetteville, on Wednesday, and host Lynchburg on Friday. With the tie the Blue Jays record stands at 0-2-1. They got their second loss of the season last Friday night when they lost to Fairfield in a conference game, 2-1.
Lady Rockets recover to earn Southern Hills League win CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 never able to recover. Sheets said Valentine, who was the Lady Rockets service leader Tuesday night when she hit on 36 of her 38 serves, is her No. 1 server because of how consistently she can put runs together. “She’s my number one starting position server because she can pour it on when she can pour it on,” Sheets said. “She’s very consistent and if I ask to change it up and place it, she’ll place it.” Valentine also added five
kills while Sydney Sheets led the team in assists with 21 and scored on 20 of her 22 serves. The win was the Lady Rockets to second on the young season (first in the SHU). They started the season with a 3-0 victory over Blanchester on Monday night. They won 25-20, 25-21 and 25-4. On Wednesday night, the Lady Rockets picked up their third win of the season when they traveled to Felicity to take on the Lady Cardinals. Fayetteville went on the road for the first time in the season and came back with a
3-0 match victory over the Lady Cardinals. They won 25-21, 25-12 and 25-17. Sheets said after the team’s third win in three tries that they are starting to mesh together. “(The) team is really playing well together,” Sheets aid. “Players are starting to really gel (and) each understands their role.” The Lady Rockets (3-0) will battle conference rival Whiteoak on Thursday to finish out their first week of games.
The Press Box Football 9/9 Western Brown vs Waverly Fayetteville vs Williamsburg Soccer 9/6 Western Brown vs CNE Fayetteville vs Cincinnati Country Day 9/7 Ripley vs Eastern 9/8 Western Brown at Goshen Georgetown at Felicity 9/9 Ripley at North Adams Eastern at Peebles 9/10 Fayetteville vs Columbus Desales (Girls only)
Volleyball 9/6 Western Brown vs Goshen Eastern vs West Union Fayetteville at North Adams Georgetown vs Blanchester 9/7 Georgetown vs New Richmond 9/8 Western Brown at New Richmond Ripley vs Manchester Eastern at Peebles Georgetown at Felicity 9/10 Georgetown vs Eastern, Western Latham Ripley at Bethel, Felicity
Fayetteville at Middletown Christian Golf 9/6 Eastern at Manchester 9/7 Ripley vs Georgetown 9/8 Western Brown at SBC at Deer Track G.C. Ripley vs Eastern Georgetown at East Clinton Girls Tennis 9/6 Western Brown at Felicity Cross Country 9/7 Eastern, Ripley, Georgetown, Fayetteville at Western Brown Invitational
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Strong second half helps G-Men roll past SBC rival Blanchester By Andrew Wyder The Brown County Press The Georgetown boys soccer team may have only had three wins last season but two of those came against Southern Buckeye Conference National Division foe Blanchester. Given their success against the Wildcats last season, G-Men coach Neil Malone felt that his team may have come out a little overconfident and played a bit of a sluggish first half. But the G-Men came out strong in the second half and pulled away rather quickly for a 4-1 win last Thursday night in Georgetown. “It’s all about execution,” Malone said. “In the first half we had a ball right in front of the goal that we kicked 10 feet over the goal. In the second half we finally started sending some through balls to the wings. We’re sending balls to the corners and we’re crossing them and we’re getting something on those crosses.” The G-Men got off to a very good start on Thursday night. Just over a minute into the game, sophomore Austin Carrington got a pass from a teammate and dribbled towards the goal. He got off a shot that he put past the Blanchester keeper and just like that the G-Men quickly had a 1-0 lead. Despite the strong passing and nice finish by Carrington to get the early goal, the GMen struggled to finish their opportunities for the rest of the half. Meanwhile, the G-Men defense had done a pretty good job staying in front of the Blanchester forwards. Though they didn’t get to all the balls, the Wildcats weren’t able to get many looks at the net. However, with just under five minutes left in the half the Wildcats got on the board. The goal tied the game up at one, which is where it stayed until halftime. When the G-Men came out in the second half, they
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Georgetown’s Austin Carrington (14) makes a move with the ball in the G-Men’s game against Blanchester last Thursday night. Carrington scored two goals in the G-Men’s 4-1 victory.
were a much more focused team. And they dominated the half. They got their second goal seven minutes in when Seth Teegarden got a nice pass from Brandon Tucker right in front of the net and put it home. The G-Men added on with about 25 minutes left in the game. Jake Norris was right on top off a rebound opportunity as he put the ball past the Wildcats keeper when he took a shot the keeper had stopped but not collected and got it to go. The goal put the G-Men up 3-1. Carrington added his second goal of the night with about 13 minutes to cap off the G-Men’s scoring as they cruised to the victory.
That last goal was set up by a nice pass from Kyle Damen. His passing helped the G-Men offense take off in the second half. “He played outstanding tonight,” Malone said of Damen. “He’s our distributor. He’s the guy that passes to set things up. He did that once or twice. On one of the goals he didn’t get the assist but he was the one who created the opportunity by his first pass.” The win moved the GMen to 2-0 (1-0 SBC National Division) on the season. They had opened their season on Monday, August 22 with a 5-1 win over North Adams. Tucker scored three goals in that win while Jesse Steinman and Teegarden each added one.
Boys Golf Whiteoak-184 North Adams-193 Ripley-198 The Blue Jays (4-3) were led by Jordan Mitchell, who shot a team low 43. Jon Dunn chipped in with a 49 while Justin Cluxton, Jared Cluxton and Ryan Poole added 53’s and Dylan Arnett a 59 on August 31 on the front nine at Buttermilk Falls Golf Course. Western Brown splits a pair of matches On August 30, the Broncos fell to New Richmond 175-184 on
the front nine at Whiteoak Golf Course. The Broncos were led by Mcree Kidwell, who shot a 43. Justin Nickell added a 44, Dakota Pack a 47, Brad Hamblen a 50, Caleb Taylor a 53 and Dustin Canter a 55. The next day the Broncos beat Amelia at Whiteoak. Kidwell was match medalist as he shot a 40. Nickell shot a 41 and Hamblen a 47 while Pack and Cain Schneider added 48s. “We made progress tonight,” Broncos coach Dave Bickett said. “Two of the sen-
iors are starting to find their game. The others are getting there.” The Broncos record in match play is now 24.
shot a 55. The Warriors were led by Lane Lynch, who shot a 47. Matt Poettker and Aaron Williams added 61s while Brett Fisher shot a 64 and Grant McIntosh shot a 66 for the Warriors.
on August 25.
Boys Soccer Western Brown 1, Amelia 1 The host Broncos tied the previously undefeated Barons on Ripley 204, Eastern August 30 in an SBC 233 showdown. Blake The Blue Jays beat Silvis scored the the Warriors August West Union-166, Broncos goal with the 29 when the teams Ripley-190 assist going to Justin Lynchburg-215 played the back nine Berkley. The Broncos at Hilltop Golf Course. The Blue Jays were led by Jordan Mitchell, record now stands at The Blue Jays were 0-1-2 on the season. led by Jordan Mitchell, who shot a team low 42, while Dylan Arnett who was match Western Brown 1, medalist after he shot added a 47, Justin New Richmond 1 Cluxton a 50, Bryce a 46. Jared Cluxton Western Brown’s Nick Hill a 51, Jared added a 52 while Kuttler scored the Justin Cluxton, Dylan Cluxton a 54 and goal and Justin Ryan Poole a 56 on Arnett and Ryan Berkley assisted on it Poole added 53s and the front nine at Whiteoak Golf Course during the Broncos Alexander Mussinan
SBC game at New Richmond on August 25. Volleyball Western 3, Bethel 0 The Lady Broncos moved to 3-0 on the season with a sweep of Bethel on August 30. They won 25-12, 25-13 and 25-8. Western Brown gets two wins at tri-match Western Brown hosted a tri-match August 27 against Batavia and Eastern. The Lady Broncos beat Batavia 25-22 and 2518 while they beat the Lady Warriors 25-11 and 25-21.
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By Andrew Wyder The Brown County Press PORTSMOUTH-- There are few times when a 57-14 score doesn’t look and feel like a 43 point blowout loss. But if you watched the Fayetteville Rockets football team battle the Notre Dame Titans last Saturday night at Spartan Municipal Stadium, you might have been able to understand how a blowout loss didn’t feel quite so onesided. Despite the lopsided final score, the Rockets battled the Titans for most of the first three quarters before the host Titans pulled away late for a 57-14 win. “We saw some good things,” Rockets coach Harley McCullough said. “(At) halftime it was 21-7. It wasn’t bad. I thought we played, offensively, halfway decent. We had some nice drives, did some good things. (We) just couldn’t stop them defensively.” While the Rockets offense did have some success moving the ball against the Titans, their defense struggled to stop the Titans balanced attack on offense. And that started after the Titans received the opening kickoff. Titans running back Jacob Milani and quarterback Michael Mader dominated the teams first possession. The Rockets had trouble getting Milani down as he ran the ball twice on the drive for 22 yards. Mader, meanwhile, used his arm and his feet. His 7-yard touchdown run got the home team on the board first with 8:23 left in the first quarter. When the Rockets got the ball on their first possession, they didn’t have much luck against the Titans defense and were forced to punt after five plays. However, the Rockets defense responded by forcing the Titans to a three and out.
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Fayetteville’s Tanner Williams looks for a lane to run in the Rockets game against Notre Dame last Saturday night.
On their second series, the Rockets got off to a good start. Tailback Cody Shaw took a handoff on the first play 16 yards. However, the rest of the series the Rockets had trouble moving forward and found themselves having to punt once again. This time, however, Shaw’s punt was blocked. Not only did the Titans have excellent field position on the Rockets 28 yard line, but Shaw was hurt on the play and was out for most of the rest of the half. And when the Titans took over, they wasted no time lighting up the scoreboard. On the first play Milani took the handoff and busted up the middle of the field for a 28-yard touchdown run. Milani ran 11 times for 134 yards on the night. The one play drive put the Titans up 14-0 with a little
over a minute left in the first quarter. It also began a trend that hurt the Rockets all night long -- the Titans drives were fast and furious. Given the Rockets offense, the 14-0 deficit was going to be hard to match if the Titans kept scoring quickly. “They’re scoring in three plays,” McCullough said, “and we’re marching. That’s what our offense is. We’re not going to score real quick. We’re going to march it out.” Though they weren’t going to be able to go punch for punch with Titans on quick scoring strikes, the Rockets still punched back. On their next possession, they took over on their own 29 yard line and began a 11 play drive that resulted in a Tanner Williams 4-yard touchdown run. The score
brought the Rockets within seven at 14-7 with a little over 8 minutes left in the half. Williams, the Rockets quarterback, was big on the drive. He ran the ball three times for 30 yards and passed once to Luke Allen for a 24yard completion on third down. “Tanner definitely stepped it up as a leader, as our quarterback, and made a lot of good things happen,” McCullough said. Though Williams picked up big chunks of yards on the drive, tailback Jarrod Lindsey and fullback Dave Kranz both pounded the ball in the middle several times to help keep the drive going. Despite the strong response to the Titans second score, the Rockets defense wasn’t able to get a stop. The Titans responded to the Rockets score in six plays when Mader hooked up with receiver Kevin Lewis for a 28-yard touchdown pass. The touchdown hookup between Mader and Lewis was the first of three in the game. Mader was 9-10 for 181 yards and three touchdowns in the game with most of his targets going to Lewis, who caught seven passes for 156 yards and the three touchdowns. McCullough said the Rockets were prepared for the play Mader and Lewis continued to hook up on but his corners just weren’t able to stop it. “They ran a pass play that we worked on all week where do they a curl and flag,” he said. “Our corners knew and everyone of them bit. They came up and the guy got behind them.” Once again the Rockets offense looked like it was going to respond. They were driving towards the end of the half, while also running clock hoping they could score right before the half ended, before they were disrupted. On the 10th play of the drive, Williams -- who on the
play before had eluded about half the Titans defense as they surrounded him in the backfield and got a first down -was sacked and the drive stalled. Instead of going to halftime down 21-14, the Rockets found themselves down 21-7. And still the Rockets continued to fight into the second half. Despite finding themselves down 35-7 after the Titans scored two quick third quarter touchdowns on scoring strikes from Mader to Lewis, the Rockets put together another nice scoring drive. On the drive Williams was the focus. He ran and threw twice before finishing it with a 48-yard touchdown run where he started out running right and cut across the field before outrunning the Titans defenders to the pylon in the left corner of the endzone. The score brought the Rockets back within 21 at 3514. “Our kids didn’t quit,” McCullough said. “That’s one
good thing about it. They came back out and put up another score and then we marched it down there and put together another nice drive.” Unfortunately for the Rockets, that was the last thing that went their way. Over the final 14 minutes of the game the Titans scored three more touchdowns to bring the score to its final tally, including a bizarre fake field goal two point conversion after they scored their final touchdown. McCullough said the Notre Dame coaches told him it was a miscommunication and they hadn’t planned on going for two points. Williams led the Rockets on offense as he ran the ball 13 times for 95 yards and 2 touchdowns and completed 613 passes for 69 yards. Lindsey added 28 yards on the ground on 11 carries while Kranz had 7 carries for 15 yards and Shaw had six carries for 20 yards.
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Luke Allen (22) and a Fayetteville teammate combine to take down a Notre Dame runner during the team’s game last Saturday night in Portsmouth.
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MAYSVILLE, KY--With two tough losses to start the season, the Ripley girls soccer team was reeling some as they headed to Maysville to take on Mason County on Monday evening. Despite the struggles early in the young season, the Lady Blue Jays played a strong all around game to beat the host Lady Royals 4-0. “Coming into this game I was a little worried because our morale wasn’t where it should have been probably because of having lost a couple,” Lady Blue Jays coach Amanda Hauck said. “I knew we had a tough week coming ahead of us and getting this win under our belt gives us a little more confidence to carry in and give us that momentum to come out with a couple wins this week.” Coming off her first varsity goal last Friday night against Fairfield, Shaunee Bruce kept her momentum going against the Lady Royals. She got the Lady Blue Jays on the board 15 minutes into the game when she got out on a run, wound up and kicked the ball past the Mason County keeper into the left corner of the net to put Ripley up 1-0 early. Hauck said that getting Bruce, who added a second goal when she knocked one in with 30 minutes left in the game to bring the score to its final tally, going will be an added gain for her team on the offensive side of the ball. “Shaunee got her first goal as a freshman in our last game,” Hauck said. “So it finally got her off to a start. She got two tonight so hopefully that just continues to build her confidence.” Niya Royal added two goals for the Lady Blue Jays
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Niya Royal shoots the ball in Ripley’s 4-0 win against Mason County on Monday evening. Royal scored two goals against the Lady Royals.
in the first half to push their lead to 3-0 as the teams headed to halftime. The first goal she scored off a pass from Jaden Royal while she got the second on a rebound after Jessica Garrison took a shot and it was deflected off a Mason County defender. All three were big reasons the Lady Blue Jays were able to come away with the win. Niya Royal was attacking the net all night while Garrison set up her teammates and Jaden Royal did a little bit of everything “Jess Garrison controlled the middle real well and got a couple assists,” Hauck said. “Jaden’s playing really good right now.” Despite not playing the first half, Hauck was very pleased with the play of junior keeper Tori Boone. Soccer newcomer Boone, who took over for the final 40 minutes after Lydia Hamilton had patrolled the net the first 40, played so well that Hauck named her the player of the game for her efforts preserv-
ing the shutout while facing an increased Mason County attack that included an attempted Mason County penalty kick. “Tori Boone came up big to keep a shutout for us,” she said. “A shutout is important. If you’ve fought that long and not allowed a goal, (you don’t want) to give a goal in the end when you sub people in and out and stuff like that.” In addition to being pleased by the play of her offense and keepers, Hauck was just as pleased by the play of her defense. It was a strong showing for all phases of the all Lady Blue Jays. “Offense was good, defense was good,” she said. “Every sub that went into the game played amazingly.” The win was the Lady Blue Jays first of the season after opening the season with two losses. Last Wednesday they lost to Lynchburg 6-0 and lost a tough 3-2 decision to Fairfield last Friday night where they had a 2-0 lead but weren’t able to hold on.
For the first 62 minutes last Thursday evening the Georgetown girls soccer team played well against Southern Buckeye Conference National Division foe Blanchester. They held the lead and only had to get through 18 more minutes to bring home the victory. Unfortunately for the Lady G-Men, those last 18 minutes didn’t go so well as Blanchester came back to score two goals in a matter of min utes and came away with a 2-1 conference road win. “I thought we started decent in the game,” Lady G-Men coach Mark Pack said. “Right away they were bringing it. We did a decent job of keeping them away. The second half started out okay but (after) they tied that goal, we played a little flat.” The game started out a little frenzied as both teams tried to attack the other’s goal. Early on the Lady Wildcats were aggressively attacking the Georgetown goal. They had a couple of attempts on the goal but were turned away not only by a solid Lady G-Men defense but also by keeper Hannah Jones. Jones didn’t let any shots get by her in the first half and for most of the second half. “Hannah had an exceptional game,” Pack said. While the Lady Wildcats spent most of the first half on the Georgetown half of the field attac king, the Lady GMen came alive offensively themselves at the end of the half. For the last three plus minutes the Lady G-Men attacked the goal and had a couple of attempts on goal. They just weren’t able to get any to go and the teams went into the break in a scoreless tie. It stayed that way for most of the second, too. Finally, with a little less
than 23 minutes left in the game, the Lady G-Men broke through. Chelsea Bradley took a free kick just past midfield on Blanchester's half. Her kick went towards the wing and Lady G-Men teammate Alexa Baker. Baker got to the ball and dribbled towards the goal. As the Blanchester keeper came towards her, she crossed the ball to Becca Whitaker. Whitaker got the ball and softly got the ball into the back of the net to give the home team a 1-0 lead. While it seemed as i f the Lady G-Men had gotten the big goal that they needed to get the conference win, minutes later it would all change. After continually attacking the net and not getting anything to go, the Lady Wildcats luck turned around rather quickly.
With a little over 18 minutes to go, a cross from a teammate got Kayla Nause the ball in front of the net and she was able to put it in the back of the net for the equa lizing goal. Less than four minutes later Nause again came up big for the Lady Wildcats. She got the ball in the middle of the field a bit past midfield, dribbled in and fired a shot that got past Jones. The goal gave the Lady Wildcats a 2-1 lead and the victory. “The goal that they slipped in on us they had a perfect pass to an open player,” Pack said. “There was nobody was there. That was what hurt us. ” The loss dropped Georgetown to 1-1 (0-1 SBC). The Lady G-Men picked up a win in their season opener on Monday, August 22 at North Adams when they came away with a 9-0 win.
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Georgetown’s Sarah Houston battles with a Blanchester player for the ball in the team’s game last Thursday evening in Georgetown. Lady G-Men keeper Hannah Jones looks on.
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Lakeside Vineyard and Winery to kick-off wine-tasting-room completion celebration beginning on Saturday, September 3. The winery opens at noon and music will begin at 4:30 p.m. For more details visit info@lakesidevineyard.com or call (513) 876-1810.
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Gospel Singing at the Sardinia Wesleyan Holiness Mission, 110 Tri-County Highway, Sardinia, on Saturday, September 3 beginning at 7 p.m. Guest singers will be ‘The Daltons’ and ‘The Yaneys.’ For more information call Pastor Christopher Thurman at (513) 206-0303. Sardinia United Methodist Women will hold its annual rummage sale at the church annex on Friday, September 2 and Saturday, September 3 beginning at 9 a.m. Proceeds will benefit the Agape Emergency Fund SUNDAY 9/4 The Gelter/West Reunion will be held on Sunday, September 4 beginning at 1 p.m. at the Macon Church of Christ Annex on Emmons Street in Macon. Please bring a covered dish and plan on reminiscing with relatives. For details call (937) 6950265
MONDAY 9/5 TOPS Chapter in Mt. Orab will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, September 5, at the Mt. Orab Public Library, 613 S. High St. Further information is available by calling Hope Fain at (937) 444-0404. Northern Brown Senior Center, St. Martin Hall, 20864 St. Rt. 251 will be closed on Monday September 5, for Labor Day. TOPS Chapter in Sardinia will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, September 5, at Sardinia Church of the Nazarene on Sardinia-Mowrystown Road. Further information is available by calling Regina Davidson at (937) 446-3714. TOPS Chapter in Ripley will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, September 5, at Ripley Church of the Nazarene, 230 N. Second St. Further information is available by calling Kaye Nichols at (937) 377-2501. TUESDAY 9/6 Eagle Township Trustees will meet in regular session at 7 p.m. on Monday, September 5 at Fincastle. This meeting is open to the public. Mt. Orab Garden Club will meet at the Mt. Orab Library on Tuesday, September 6 at 6:30 p.m. Installation of new officers will be held and all members
are asked to attend. The meeting will include a guest speaker. Guests and members are always welcome. For more information contact Carol Estep at (937) 444-3407.
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21st Annual Winchester Caramel Festival will be held on Friday September 2 through Sunday, September 4. This years theme is “Then and Now” with Grand Marshals Wilma Breeze and Leona Inskeep. For more information on this event and the entertainment, call Bill Foster at (937) 409-0639, Leona Inskeep at (937) 2131191 or Wilma Breeze at (937) 695-0044.
St. Angela Merici Parish Festival will be held on Sunday, September 4 from noon to 10 p.m. Includes combined parishes of St. Patrick, Fayetteville and St. Martin. Chicken or roast beef dinner will be served from noon to 7 p.m. For more information call (513) 875-5020.
Aberdeen Village Council will meet in regular session on Tuesday, September 6 beginning at 7:30 p.m. This meeting is open to the public. Zumba Classes will be offered by Snap Fitness, 127 North Point Drive in Mt. Orab at 6:30 on Tuesday, September 6. These classes are for members of Snap Fitness as well as nonmembers. Please call (937) 444-5230 for more information. Brown County Agricultural Society Senior Fair Board meeting will be held at 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 6, 13 and 20. The meeting is open to the public. Yoga Classes will be offered by Snap Fitness, 127, North Point Drive, Mt. Orab at 7:30 p.m. at the center on Tuesday, September 6. Members of Snap Fitness as well as non-members are welcome. Please call (937) 444-5230 for details. Mt. Orab Village Council will meet in regular session at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 6. This meeting is open to the public. ABCAP Bingo will be held on Tuesday, September 6, 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 9/7 TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter in Winchester will meet at 10
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SHCTC cosmetology lab gets a facelift The Cosmetology lab at Southern Hills Career Technical Center underwent a complete makeover this summer. First, an easy-care cream colored resin floor accented with black flecks was installed. New black cabinets and work stations topped with crown molding make a striking statement in the update while black, European-style tilting shampoo bowls with accompanying chairs make a comfortable change for clients. Flecked charcoal, granite-look Formica counter tops and backsplashes enhance and complete the new image. Two additional portable pedicure stations were acquired to accommodate patrons and a stacked unit washer and dryer was added in the utility area enabling Cosmetology students to assume responsibility for washing their towels, a job formerly performed by another program. Upon seeing the new lab, senior Cosmetology student Cheyenne Bostic remarked that it looked like something out of a magazine and that she was looking forward to working and learning in the new environment. Instructor Toni Layman said, “I appreciate our administration for giving me the opportunity to be involved in planning the new lab design, and I look forward to instructing students during their salon business hours (Monday – Thursday afternoons). Seniors will begin taking clients the first week in October, Monday through Thursday afternoons. Please call 378-6131, ext. 308, for services available or an appointment. Pictured is Cheyenne Bostic shampooing Taylor Mullis’s hair using one of the new shampoo bowls.
a.m.. Wednesday, September 7, at Winchester Church of Christ in Christian Union, 1540 TriCounty Highway, Winchester. Further information is available by calling Bobbi Wilson at (937) 446-4662. Christianity and Islam Sessions, understanding the differences between the two, will be held at 7 p.m. each Wednesday in September, 7, 14, 21 and 28 at the First Baptist
COURT NEWS Property Sales Calvin W. Lawrence etal to Eleanor Lawrence, .50 acres of land in Clark Twp., filed 8/19/2011 Calvin and Eleanor Lawrence to Eleanor Lawrence, Lot 1 and Lot 2 in Carol Ann Acres, Clark Twp., filed 8/19/2011 Beverly Jay Steinman to Toni L. Fader, 4.99 acres of land in Franklin Twp., filed 8/25/2011, $76,500 Edith Siekbert to James F. and Judith L. Pierce, Lot 89 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Franklin Twp., filed 8/19/2011, $250 James A. Ashmore to Chereese and Hazey Loritts III, Lot 106 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Franklin Twp., filed 8/19/2011, $250 Rev. James Eagle, Trustee to Dennis J. and Clint J. Cropper, 78.11 acres of land in Franklin Twp., filed 8/23/2011, $146,000 Paroz 68 Properties LLC to Michelle P. and Mike K. Clark, 34.70 acres of land in Green Twp., filed 8/22/2011, $24,050 Charles and Etta Mae Lee to Charles Lee, 1 acre and 1 acre of land in Green Twp., filed 8/24/2011 Deron and Angela Bolender to Citimortgage Inc. Lot 36 whole in the Village of Mt. Orab, Green Twp., filed 8/25/2011, $40,000 Randall and Sheri Lyons to US Bank National Association, trustee, Lot 28 in the Heritage Sub IV in Mt. Orab, Green Twp., filed 8/25/2011, $71,000 Terah E. and Mona C. Tracy to Terah E. and Mona C. Tracy, trustees, 79.37 acres of land in Huntington Twp., filed 8/22/2011 Marjorie M. Eads to Brenda Fussnecker, Lot 157A in the Village of Aberdeen, filed 8/24/2011 Jesse Dale and Taryn E. Burton to Fannie Mae, 2.99 acres of land in Jackson Twp., filed 8/25/2011, $105,000 Nora and Ivan Miller to Deeann and Sammy Mock Jr., Lot 1 in Log Cabin Acres Sub., Jackson Twp., filed 8/19/2011, $12,000 Christopher D Wilson to Christopher D. Wilson, Lot 3741, Lot 3742 and Lot 3743 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Jackson Twp., filed 8/23/2011 Shirley L. and Homer T. Smith to Deanna Leis, Lot 799 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Jackson Twp., filed 8/19/2011 Allen R. and Mary Pettigrew to Mary R. and Joseph A. Pettigrew, Lot 1291 and Lot 1292 in Lake Waynoka sub., Jackson Twp., filed 8/23/2011 Julie and Scott Adams to Michelle N. Igo, Lot 2034 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Jackson Twp., filed 8/22/2011, $80,500 William C. Berryman etal to William Jean Berryman, 10.29 acres of land in Lewis Twp., filed 8/25/2011 William C. and Wilma J. Berryman to Wilma J. Berryman, 5.72 acres of land in Lewis Twp., filed 8/25/2011 Charles Isaacs and Traci Buschelman to Nicholas W. Butler, Lot 718, Lot 719 and Lot 720 in Lake Lorelei Sub., Perry Twp., filed 8/22/2011 Charles W. and Priscilla Langford to Priscilla Langford, 4 acres of land in Perry Twp., filed 8/19/2011 Justin Goslin and Alison Royalty to Alison, Brenda and Steven Royalty, 3 acres of land in Pike Twp., filed 8/24/2011, $93,630 Ernest V. Harrison to US Bank NA, 1/04 acres of land, Lot 5 in Locust Ridge New Harmony Farms I in Pike Twp., filed 8/25/2011, $65,000 Mary Beth Mabe, trustee to Rick Prichard and Norman Edmonds Jr., .91 acres of land in Pleasant Twp., filed 8/23/2011, $25,000 Frank L. and Danniella M. Haag and Citibank NA to CPI Housing Fund LLC, 2.65 acres of land, Lot 8 and Lot 9 in Georgetown, Pleasant Twp., filed 8/23/2011, $23,000 Sara W. Louderback and American Mortgage Service Company to April L. Graves. Lot 7 in Lakeview Acres Sub in Georgetown, Pleasant Twp., filed 8/22/2011, $93,000 Scott C. and Lee A. McAlpine to 107 North Main LLC, Lot 150R in Georgetown, Pleasant Twp., filed 8/24/2011, $45,000 Leelen ad Robin Florence to Joyce Judy, 2.12 acres of land in Scott Twp., filed 8/23/2011, $120,000 David and Eva Barber to Kyle Smith, 1 acre of land in Sterling Twp., filed 8/24/2011, $115,000 Martha A. Scheffel to David E. Scheffel, .96 acres of land, Lot 48 in Sunrise East Sub., in sterling Twp., filed 8/24/2011 Maple Grove Development corp., to Jeffrey and Katherine Milton, 1.55 acres of land, Lot 45 in New Harmony Salem Estates in Sterling Twp., filed 8/19/2011, $20,000 Bryan and Christina D. King to Magdlene McQuitty, 2.25 acres of land in Sterling Twp., filed 8/22/2011, $95,000 Stephen M. and Maryann Felix to Kenneth A. and P. Delorise Meinken, Lot 35, .44 acres of land in Eagle Landing Sub., Union Twp., filed 8/24/2011, $23,000 Albert L. Mayer Jr. etal to Anne E. and Albert L. Mayer Jr., Lot 14 in German Add, Ripley, Union Twp., filed 8/22/2011 Eugene, Barbara and Devin Johnson to Devin E. and Melinda Johnson, Lo 13 in Meadowview Sub., Washington Twp., filed 8/22/2011
Marriages Rachel Nicole Stemmerding, 28, Bethel, vet assistant to marry Michael Joseph Rock, 32, Bethel, iron worker, filed 8/22/2011 Jill Marie Asher, 42, Georgetown, STNA to marry Eric Harper, 40, Georgetown, cab driver, filed 8/22/2011 Lori Nichole Kelsey, 21, Mt. Orab, case administrator to marry Eric Allan Nethero, 24, Bethel, insurance agent, filed 8/23/2011 Sara E. Neel, 3, Cincinnati to marry Kristopher D. Thomas, 24, Georgetown, plant operator, filed 8/23/2011 Kelcie Sheppard, 20, Fayetteville, tsr to marry John Neville, 21, Fayetteville, cable service tech, filed 8/23/2011 Karen Danise Johnson, 56, London, KY, administrative assistant to marry James R. Beath, 59, Winchester, retired, filed 8/24/2011 Brandi R. Evers, 29, Georgetown, homemaker to marry Charles Edward Mathews, 44, Georgetown, technician, filed 8/24/2011 Louanne E. Johnson, 34, Georgetown, stna to marry Aaron J. Revak, 35, Georgetown, network administrator, filed 8/24/2011 Rebecca Sue Miller, 51, Middletown, factory worker to marry Carl E. Lawson, 61, Fayetteville, factory worker, filed 8/25/2011 Danielle Lenee Austin, 27, Mt. Orab, medical assistant to marry Chad Alan Murrell, 31, Mt. Orab, machine operator, filed 8/25/2011 Erin Dawn Stack, 36, Sardinia, food service to marry Michael Alvin Nance, 40, Sardinia, truck driver, filed 8/26/2011 Sherry Michelle Gifford,33, Ripley, office manager to marry Cody Mitchell Sexson, 25, Ripley, iron worker, filed 8/26/2011 Jobeth Del Singleton, 25, Seamen, radiologic tech to marry Dale Robert Rockey, 24, Russellville, farmer, filed 8/26/2011 Amanda Gaile Kirby, 22, Russellville, contractor for DP&L, to marry Kipp Wayne Mason, 21, Russellville, Family Dollar, filed 8/22/2011
Probate Harry E. Bleil Jr., Williamsburg, case 20111155, DOD 7/29/2011, filed 8/24/2011 Calvin W. Lawrence, Bethel, case 20111157, DOD 5/7/2011, filed 8/24/2011 Timothy B. Patrick, Georgetown, case 20111156, DOD 5/25/2011, filed 8/24/2011
Common Pleas CIVIL CASES James J. Thery versus Jim Florence, case 20110768, filed 8/22/2011, Action: stalking order Wells Fargo Bank NA Success versus Angela Elston, case 20110772, filed 8/25/2011, Action: foreclosures Fifth Third Mortgage Company versus Jeffrey W. Bateman, case 20110775, filed 8/25/2011, Action: foreclosures Kristie Day versus Gary B. Martin, case 2010777, filed 8/26/2011, Action: stalking order Kristopher J. Porter versus Derrick Dean, case 20110779, filed 8/29/2011, Action: stalking order Kristopher J. Porter versus Billy Jo Dean, case 20110780, filed 8/29/2011, Action: stalking order Donald J. Werring versus Derrick Dean, case 20110781, filed 8/29/2011, Action: stalking order Donald J. Werring versus Billy Jo Dean, case 20110782, filed 8/29/2011, Action: stalking order DOMESTIC CASES Kristina Young, Georgetown versus William F. Harness, Hamersville, filed 8/23/2011, Action: domestic violence Joseph Durham, Sardinia versus Cassandra L. Wulfhorst, Cincinnati, filed 8/25/2011, Action: dissolution of marriage Larry Sullivan, Georgetown versus Tina Sullivan, Manchester, filed 8/25/2011, Action: dissolution of marriage Michele Mason, Russellville versus Charles Mason, Russellville, filed 8/25/2011, Action: domestic violence Denise A. Crouse, Georgetown, versus Timothy S. Crouse, Cincinnati, filed 8/25/2011, Action: dissolution of marriage Trina L. Burdine, Bethel versus Ronald Burdine II, filed 8/26/2011, Action: termination of marriage Doris A. Whitaker, Mt. Orab, versus Bobby J. Whitaker, Williamsburg, filed 8/29/2011, Action: dissolution of marriage
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Church, 704 South High Street in Mt. Orab. There is no cost. For details call (937)444-2712 or visit www.fbcmtorab.org to register. Jefferson Township Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, September 7 beginning at 8 p.m. in Russellville. The public is invited to attend. Brown County Board of Commissioners will meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday, September 7, at the Commissioners Office, 800 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown. The public is invited to attend. Sit and Stitch will meet 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, September 7, 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, September 7, at the Riverbend Apartments Community Room. Further information is available by calling Kaye Nichols at (937) 3772501. THURSDAY 9/8 Kickboxing Classes will be offered on Thursday at 6:30 on September 8, 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. Flu Clinics at the Brown County Health Department have be scheduled for Thursday, September 8 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., and on Tuesday, September 13 from 8 a.m. until 7 p.m. After September 13 flu shots, the shots will be given every 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. Yoga Classes will be offered at the Snap Fitness center in Mt. Orab, 127 North Point Drive beginning at 7:30 p.m. September 8. These classes are open to both members and nonmembers. Call (937) 444-5230 for more information. Alcoholics Anonymous will meet 8:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, September 8, 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, September 8, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Adams County Regional Medical Center, second floor. For more information (937) 386-3590. Union Township Trustees will meet in regular session on Thursday, September 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the library. The public in encouraged to attend.
Northern Brown Senior Center, St. Martin Hall, 20864 St. Rt. 251 will offer arthritis exercises at 9 a.m. on Thursday, September 8. There will be volleyball practice, a game at Lake Waynoka at 2 p.m. and lunch is out. For more details about any of the events at the center contact Nancy Stegbauer, activity director at (513) 875-2317. Georgetown Village Council will meet in regular session on Thursday, September 8 at 7:30 p.m. This meeting is open to the public. FRIDAY 9/9 Customer Appreciation Days at the Ripley Federal Savings Bank in Georgetown will be held from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Friday, September 9 at the branch office, 200 East State Street in Georgetown. Free knitting and crocheting classes at the Rambler Center (old Russellville-Jefferson High School) in Russellville will be held 10 a.m.-noon Friday, September 9. 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) 734-2501 or (513) 5433137. SATURDAY 9/10 4th Annual Taste of St. George, at the St. George Church in Georgetown will be held on Saturday, September 10. Should have between 40 and 50 items available to taste. Purchase tickets for only $5 for 5 tastes, $20 for 25 tastes. For more details on this event call (937) 392-1116. Village of Williamsburg, Village-Wide Yard Sale will take place on Saturday, September 10 and Sunday, September 11. No permit required. Sales will be open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.. For more information, please call (513) 7246107. 6th Annual Burgers, Blessings and Bikes will be held on Saturday September 10 beginning at 11 a.m. Bike Show registration will be from 11 a.m. until noon. For more information call (937)378-3309. Village-wide Yard Sale in Georgetown in conjunction with the St. George Church on Friday, September 10 and Sunday, September 11. The church will offer space for individuals to set up in the parking lot and set up fee is only $10 for the two days, $5 for one day, plenty of space available. For more information call (937) 392-1116. Monte Carlo Night, hosted by the Fayetteville Boosters Organization will be held on Saturday, September 10 at St. Angela Merici’s Daly Hall in Fayetteville. The event will take place from 8 p.m. until midnight. Admission is only $15 per person. Tickets may be purchased at the door or call (513) 875-4353. CONTINUED ON PAGE 19
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9th Annual Freshwater Shrimp Harvest will take place at 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 10 and 17. Bring your own cooler and ice, 9589 John Woods Road, Winchester. For more information or directions call (937) 6950199 or (937) 725-4979. Villagewide Yard Sale in Williamsburg will be held on Saturday, September 10 beginning at 10 a.m. The Williamsburg United Methodist Women will have a food sale that day, offering its famous chicken sandwiches. For more information contact Nancy at (937) 444-4754. UPCOMING EVENTS Annual Homecoming, sponsored by the Shinkles Ridge Union Chapel will be held on Sunday, September 11 with worship beginning at 10:30 a.m. until noon. Activities will start at 12:30 p.m. Music will be provided by Kinner Express and special guest Chassity Wear. Everyone is welcome. For more information contact Reba Worthington at (937) 375-4027. The Wilson Sroufe VFW #9772 will hold it’s next scheduled meeting on Wednesday, September 14 at 7 p.m. at the Pike Township building. Tea Party Rally will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 24 at the Mt. Orab Park. This event will be a picnic with guest speakers Jean Schmidt, Danny Bubp and Doug Green. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information call Sandie at (937) 4443673. Revival at God’s Mission will be held at 7 p.m. each night Monday, September 12 through Sunday, September 18. God’s Mission is located at the corner of Sisterville Street and Walnut Street in Hamersville. For more information call Brother Wayne Johnson at (937) 378-4558. Last Union Veteran buried in Brown County will be recognized at the Decatur Cemetery, on Decatur-Eckmansville Road in Decatur on Sunday, October 2 at 2 p.m. For more information contact James Houston at (513) 2482239, jhouston@cinci.rr.com or visit www.suvcw.org. Ben Houser Memorial Golf Scramble will be held on Saturday, September 21 at 1 p.m. at the Whit Oak Golf Club located at 5510 Tri-County Highway, Sardinia. This event is sponsored by the Mt. Orab Lions Club. For more information call (937) 3784444. 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 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.
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Festival of Hymns (Shall We Gather at the River) will be held on Saturday, September 24 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Outdoor Amphitheater in New Richmond, Ohio. Everyone is invited to come and sing praises to God in song. Dixie Melody Boys and Ed O’Neil will appear at the West Fork Baptist Church on Sunday, September 18 at 7 p.m. The church is located at 10127 West Fork Road in Georgetown. For details call Kevin Johnson at (937) 515-0675 or visit westforkbaptist.org. The Brown County Chamber of Commerce will hold its regular scheduled meeting at 8 a.m. Thursday, September 15 at Hilltop Designs, 9764 Tri County Highway in Sardinia. The public is always welcome to attend. Comprehensive Support Group
Benefit for the family of John Sheely will be held on Sunday, September 11 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. at TJ’s Fishing Lakes, 13493 New Harmony-Shiloh Road in Mt. Orab. Proceeds from this benefit will help cover headstone and plot expenses. For more information call (937) 444-3658. Brown County Soil and Water Conservation District board of supervisors will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, September 21 at the Brown SWCD office located at 706 S. Main Street in Georgetown. For more information call (937) 3784424. Brown County Singing Convention will be held at Katterman Chapel at the corner of Five-Points Mowrystown Road and Katterman. Please come share your special song, poem or any other God given talent and fellowship and sing at 7 p.m. on Friday, September 16. Everyone is welcome. For more information contact Larry Downing at (937) 446-3259. Friends of the Library, Potluck Dinner will be held on Friday, September 16, tables will open at 5:30. This “Event on the Hill” performance will begin at 6:30 p.m. Come join us for a potluck dinner before the performance, bring a side dish or dessert to share. For more information call (937) 392-4871. Brown County Democratic Club will meet on Wednesday, September 21, at 7:30 p.m. at the Senior Center, 505 North Main Street in Georgetown. For more information (937) 239-8234. 2011 Pumpkin Run Nationals will be held on September 30, Oct. 1-2 at the Clermont County Fairgrounds. To reserve space in the Official Pumpkin Run Magazine, call (513) 732-2511 or 1 (800) 404-3157. 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. “Strut your Mutt” sponsored by the Tri-State CART will be held from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Sunday, September 25 on Front Street in New Richmond in partnership with Best Friends Animal Society. Proceeds will go to disaster preparedness awareness programs and to help raise $12,500 towards the purchase of a mobile animal disaster response vehicle to serve 31 counties. For more information call (513) 702-8373. Free Meal offered by the Russellville Church of Christ each last Saturday of the month, September 24, serving from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. This event is open to the public. 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. Eastern Local School Board “Core Construction” meeting will be held on Monday, September 12 at 9 a.m. The purpose of this meeting is for OSFC construction related items. Southern Hills Joint Vocational School District will meet in regular session on Monday, September 26 at 9 a.m. in the board office at 9193 Hamer Road in Georgetown. Northern Brown Senior Center, St. Martin Hall, 20864 St. Rt. 251 will offer center activities, visit from Cindy Cales, OSU Extension, library and Diabetes Support Group from 6:30 to 8 p.m. September 12, in Georgetown. For more information contact Nancy Stegbauer, activity director at the center, (513) 875-2317. Lake Waynoka Craft Fair will be held on Saturday, October 8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. sponsored by the Shawnee Squaws. This is an open
gate event with no cost for entrance or parking. Anyone interested purchasing a space call Valerie Bullock at (937) 4464283. ONGOING EVENTS Yoga Classes will be offered by The Hospice Center located on Hughes Blvd in Mt. Orab from 6 to 7 p.m. on Wednesdays. For more information on this class please contact Jane Amiot at (937) 444-3446. Free Kid’s Breakfast will be offered by the Cornerstone Baptist Church, 249 Old State Route 32 in Batavia from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. Local transportation is available by calling (513) 6025554. Helping Hands Back-to-School Sale will continue through the month of August. Donations will be reduced to $1 for bags of clothing, coats and backpacks; shoes and purses will be .25 cents. Clear bags will be reduced to a $2 donation. Bags of toys will be reduced to $1 donation. 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 oneroom 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. 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. County Adams/Brown 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. Ohio Department of Agriculture is providing grants to farmers markets through the Farmers Market Access Project to help fund new infrastructure to accept Electronic Benefits Transfer. Grants will be awarded on a firstcome, first-serve basis and are subject to available funding and will range from $500 to $1,000. Anyone desiring further information about the Farmers Market Access Project or wishing to apply for the grants may visit www.agri.ohio.gov. Emergency Adams-Brown 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 E-HEAP 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 (a new location) in the Decatur area needs donations including a variety of food items, shampoo, toothpaste, soap, detergent and toilet paper. The Food Bank 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. County Health Brown Department, 826 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown, is offering free and confidential HIV and Hepatitis C screenings by appointment only. Anyone wishing to schedule an HIV or Hepatitis C screening appointment may call (937) 3786892 or toll free at 1-866-8676892. The free HIV and Hepatitis
C screenings are offered by the South Central Ohio Education and Test Center in coordination with BCHD. 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) 3782560 or toll free at (877) 2598598. 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.
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2011 Fish Fry, sponsored by the American Legion Post 367 in Ripley will be held on Saturday, September 10 from 11 a.m. until the fish is gone. Menu includes fish, potatoes, cole slaw, desserts. Suggested donation is $7, drinks extra. The post is located at 2944 Elk River Road. Carry outs available for more information call (937) 392-1586. The Legion post is also have a raffle for a Thompson/Center 50 caliber muzzleloader with scope. Tickets are $5 each or 6 for $25.
sponsored by The Grief Recovery® Program, offered by Crossroads Hospice will be held on Monday, September 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Bethel United Methodist Church, located at 402 West Plane Street in Bethel. This is a 13-week program. For more details contact bereavement coordinator, Mike Stirck at (513) 7863743.
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Share in the fun with Logan’s Princess Pack The 2nd Annual "Quarter Craze" to benefit the Spina Bifida Association of Cincinnati will be taking place soon! Plan on coming out on Sunday, Sept.11 at the Bethel Community Center located at 120 N Main Street Bethel, Ohio. Fundraiser starts at 5:30 p.m. and doors will open at 5 p.m. Bring an appetizer to share and make it good! There will be prizes for the top 3 chefs! Great items to win including a raffle for Reds tickets, Zoo tickets and a Hezlep Photography photo package worth $300! Other items to win include Scentsy and Thirty-One products, gift certificate and products from All About Hair, Gift Card to Mitchell's Salon, pettiskirts from Kugga Kids, Quaker Steak and Lube gift cards and even Brown County Fair passes! Along with much, much MORE! There will also be a split the pot! All proceeds to benefit the SBAC in honor of Logan Cover and our American Soldiers. The SBAC enhances the lives of area children with Spina Bifida. For more information contact Kristan Cover at kristan.cover@yahoo.com . If you would like to make a tax deductible donation or join our team "Logan's Princess Pack", go to www.sbacincy.org/team/princesspack. Thanks and can't wait to see everyone there!
Chatfield College receives ten year accreditation from National Higher Learning Commission Chatfield College in St. Martin and Cincinnati, Ohio has received reaccreditation for a period of ten years by the Higher Learning
Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. This is the maximum possible time frame that accreditation can
Southern State announces three new degree programs Looking for new opportunities to reinvent yourself? Southern State Community College is now offering three new associate’s degree programs in Entrepreneurship, Food Processing & Technology, and Electromechanical Engineering. • Entrepreneurship – Learn how to start and manage your own business with a degree in Entrepreneurship. You get to be your own boss, set your own work schedule, have fun doing what you want to do, and make money while you’re at it. Yes, it will take dedication, but you already have that; now learn what it will take to succeed. • Food Processing & Technology – This is truly the “job of the future.” Learn how to be a food technologist or
any one of the many new job titles that are being created in the ever-expanding food processing industry. With a degree in Food Processing & Technology, you really do get to play with your food. • Electromechanical Engineering – Majoring in this field prepares you for a career of your choice in energy and power generation, component or equipment manufacturing, scientific or engineering services. Feel the power of a well-paid future with a degree in Electromechanical Engineering. To learn more about all the one-year certificate programs and two-year associate’s degree programs we offer, just visit www.sscc.edu/academic/degree-programs.
Chatfield College appoints Alumni Association Director Chatfield College is pleased to announce the appointment of Susan Green as the Alumni Association Director. Green will assist in database management of alumni records as well as collecting and increasing the accuracy of all alumni contact information. She will also be responsible for coordinating communications with all Chatfield alumni at both the St. Martin and Findlay Market campuses. Green brings over eight years of experience as Quality Assurance Manager at Vivanda LLC. as well as an expertise in recruiting, training and customer care. “I’m excited to be the first Alumni Association Director and honored to have been given the opportunity to assist in the growth that Chatfield College is experiencing now and in the future. I would like to see the Alumni participation increase and to have more Alumni involved in activities
and future growth at Chatfield College,” says Green. Green currently resides in Williamsburg, Ohio with her husband Jim. She’s also an active member of Chatfield College’s Performance Workshop class and enjoys riding her horses, kayaking and traveling. Alumni of Chatfield College should contact Susan Green to keep up to date on the latest campus events and activities. E-mail her at alumni@chatfield.edu.
SHJVSD changes meeting date The regular meeting date of the Southern Hills JVSD Board of Education has been changed to Monday, Sept. 26, at 9 a.m. in the board office at 9193 Hamer Road, Georgetown, OH 45121. Please change/add this date to your calendar.
be extended. In March, Chatfield hosted a team of Higher Learning Commission evaluators from colleges across the country for a comprehensive evaluation. The team visit was the culmination of a rigorous self-study process lasting more than 2 years, during which Chatfield College addressed the Commission’s requirements and criteria for accreditation. At the conclusion of the March visit, the team recommended Chatfield’s reaccreditation. The Higher Learning Commission gave formal notification for the 10-year reaccreditation in late July. Chatfield College has been accredited by the Commission since 1972. Its accreditation is for the Associate degree, and includes a third year of study towards the Bachelor’s degree. “We are thrilled with the Higher Learning Commission’s decision to reaccredit Chatfield for the maximum time frame possible for a college,” said Roger Courts, Ed.D, Associate Dean of Institutional Research and Assessment. “This decision confirms and validates what we discovered during the selfstudy process: Chatfield is true to its mission of empowering students who might best succeed within our supportive, small college experience.” The Higher Learning Commission is one of six accrediting agencies in the United States that provide institutional accreditation on a regional basis. Institutional accreditation evaluates an entire institution and accredits it as a whole. Other agencies provide accreditation for specific programs. Accreditation is voluntary. The Commission accredits approximately 1100 institutions of higher education in a 19-state region. The Commission is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Chatfield’s formal accreditation report from the Higher Learning Commission can be found on the college website: www.chatfield.edu. For more information, visit the website at www.chatfield.edu, call 513-875-3344, 513-921-9856, or email admissions@chatfield.edu.
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Burkenmeier completes Eagle Project Andrew Burkenmeier of Georgetown Boy Scout Troop 304 recently completed his Eagle Project. His project was to build two outside park benches and donate them to the Georgetown Church of Christ for use on the playground area. Andrew thought it would be a great addition to the playground if adults had a place to sit while supervising children playing. With the assistance of helpers from his troop, and Mike Jennings of Trim Masters Construction, the project was a huge success. After the completion of the first bench we had the boys test it for a photo. Pictured in Photo Left to Right Rear: Mike Jennings, Jeff Burkenmeier, Mike Click Front: Brett Andryshack, Nick Buerkle, Andrew Burkenmeier
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The Georgetown Happy Hustlers met on Monday, August 8. The meeting was called to order by the vice president, Christina McKenzie. The officers gave their reports. Afterwards there was discussion on giving plaques to people who have greatly helped the club and the 4-H float for the fair parade. Pie orders were handed out and are due back at the banquet on Sunday, September 18 at 6 p.m. at the American Legion Hall. The club decided on what kind of basket to do for the silent auction to be held at the Ox Roast on Sunday, September 18. Officers books at due on Thursday, September 8 at the SHJVS for judging. This has been a good year for the group in my opinion, and I would like to thank all the advisors who have helped me throughout the year especially Tina Howser. See you at the fair!
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Trio work FCCLA booth at OSF Sierra Colliver, Autumn Rhoten, Alicia Gifford along with their Adviser, Brenda Dixon and parent chaperon, Charlotte Gifford attended the Ohio State Fair on August 2-4, 2011. Wednesday the group worked the Ohio FCCLA fair booth engaging fair goers in a demonstration on the danger of drunk driving and distractions while driving. Using materials from Health UC Georgetown office they were able to show fair goers the danger of distractive driving by having them complete and activity by counting backward from 100 and trying to match different shapes to a mat in 30 seconds. Then the fair goer would put on drunk driving goggles (these goggles simulates how a person would feel and what they would see when they were over the drinking limits of .08 to over .2) Fair goers found they could not do this simple task in the 30 seconds showing how a simple thing as counting backwards is a distraction just like talking on a cell phone or adjusting the radio are all distractions. Their second activity was a DUI Mario Kart race. Using a Wii and the Mario Kart game, fair goers were instructed to put on the drunken driving goggles and walk a straight line and then try to do the video course. Many found it impossible to do. August 4 was FCCLA Day at the fair. The group enjoyed visiting the fair, eating fair food, riding the sky lift and visiting other fair booths and activities. Pictured left to right are Autumn Rhoten, Alicia Gifford & Sierra Colliver.
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Ladd, Ford to perform at winery Acoustic guitarist John Ladd will be performing at the Lakeside Vineyard and Winery on Saturday, Sept. 3. He will be playing a mix of country, rock, folk, old time and blues. On Saturday, Sept. 10, John Ford will be performing. Check the winery’s website at www.lakesidevineyard.com for the current schedule. As always the winery opens at 12 p.m., the music will start at 4:30 p.m. and go well into the evening. Fore more information call the winery at 513-876-1810 or email us at info@lakesidevineyard.com
to the case, and others were citizens of Laramie, and the breadth of their reactions to the crime is fascinating. “The Laramie Project” is a breathtaking theatrical collage that explores the depths to which humanity can sink and the heights of compassion of which we are capable. “The Laramie Project” plays March 2-4, 2012. “An Evening with Durang” is a selection of one-act plays by Christopher Durang and may include: “Naomi in the Living Room,” “Funeral Parlor” and “DMV Tyrant.” A New York Times review declared, “With the help of Mr. Durang, the fine art of parody has returned to theater in a production you can sink teeth and mind into, while also laughing like an idiot. Parody of this comic verve is as much fun as
the sort of marvelous party Noel Coward once sang about. I couldn't have enjoyed it more. “An Evening with Durang” plays May 30, 2012 “Annie,” by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse, and Martin Charnin, spotlights a spunky Depression-era orphan determined to find her parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations, befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and finds a new family and home in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary Grace Farrell and a lovable mutt named Sandy. “Annie” runs Aug. 3-5, 2012.
Haunted Hills looking for people for ‘Scare Squad’ This year’s Haunted Hills at Magic Waters will happen each Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening from Sept. 30 through Oct. 30. Teens and adults who would like to be on the “Scare Squad” should be able to be in attendance nearly all of those evenings. The potential Spook Squad members need also to attend a familiarization meeting on Sept. 11 at 5 p.m. at Magic Waters Theatre at 7757 Cave Road, Bainbridge. The meeting will involve some training, explain all of the rules that the spooks must
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As Mount Orab celebrates their first Eagle Scout in a long time, come out meet him and his Troop! If you are unable to attend, but would still like to sign up or have questions please feel free to contact: Helen White (513) 260-3414 Unit commissioner or Leigh Wainscott (513) 505-2975 District Executive
Chatfield College celebrates a day at the ballpark Chatfield College is pleased to invite Chatfield students, faculty, alumni, and friends to the Great American Ballpark on Sunday, Sept. 18 at 1:10 p.m. as the Cincinnati Reds take on the Milwaukee Brewers. Tickets through Chatfield College are just $5 for view level. These tickets are regularly priced at $15. Tickets can be online at purchased www.reds.com/chatfield .
Tickets can also be purchased by calling Deb Henderson at Chatfield’s St. Martin campus at (513) 875-3344 ext. 110 The last day to purchase tickets at the St. Martin campus is Sept. 9. Online purchases may be made until Sept. 17. For more information, visit the website, at www.chatfield.edu, call (513) 875-3344 or e-mail admissions@chatfield.edu.
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RIPLEY, 1 or 2br apartment, $200-$350/mo., plus deposit, no pets, second floor. 937-618-0063.
303 - HOUSES FOR RENT 2BR BRICK in Fayetteville, full basement, $700 plus utilities. References required. Electric Heat, C/A. 513-265-3728. 3BR, HOUSE ON Lake Lorelei, $750/mo. plus deposit Fall Move-In Special. Serious inquiries only. Call 513-875-3459. FOR RENT - Ripley, nice clean 3br, A/C, partial basement, $575, deposit, references required, no pets, 937-515-9680.
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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. COMMERCIAL STORE front or office space located in Mt. Orab, close to the school, 1200sq. ft., $850/mo. Call 937-213-3849.
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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 MT. ORAB - 2-family apartment, zoned commercial, $149,000, possible financing. 937-444-2689.
403- MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE MOBILE HOMES for sale in Moler Mobile Home Park, Mt. Orab. Several options to choose from. Call 513-313-5553 for more details.
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requirements are included on the Ohio Department of Development’s website or by calling one of the local partners listed below: Adams County – Adams County Senior Citizens Center – (937) 544-3979 Brown County – Brown County Senior Citizens Center - (937) 378-6603 Highland County – Highland County Community Action Organization - (937) 3933458. You can obtain a HEAP application online at the Ohio Department of Development’s website at http://development.ohio.gov /Community/ocs/heap.htm, or you can contact any of the partners listed previously for more information. A limited supply of applications are also located at the AAA7’s office sites in Rio Grande, Portsmouth, Waverly and West Union. Your local Area Agency on Aging District 7, Inc. provides services on a nondiscriminatory 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. 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. Information is also available on www.aaa7.org, or the Agency can be contacted through e-mail at info@aaa7.org.
Taste of St. George set On Saturday, Sept. 10 at 6:30 p.m. St. George Church will be having the 4th Annual Taste of St. George. Planning on having 40-50 items to taste from meat dishes to desserts and everything in between. Tickets are $5.00 for 5 tastes, $10.00 for 10 tastes, $20.00 for 25 tastes. Lots of good, homemade, special food items for bargain prices. come for the food and fellowship. Call (937) 392-1116 for more information.
This month, the Knights of Columbus presented a sizable check for $3,862.36 to the Brown County Board of Developmental Disabilities. The money was raised as part of the Knights of Columbus annual Measure-Up Campaign. Each spring members of the K of C Council stand for hours at the intersection of Route US68 and US52 in Ripley Ohio, asking motorist for donations who are traveling though the area. K of C Councils throughout Ohio conduct the fund-raising event known for the rulers that are handed out when donations are made. The Knights of Columbus has been a major contributor to the Brown County Board of DD for many years. Over the years, money donated has been used to provide supports to individuals with developmental disabilities, such as the purchase of activity supply items, help with the construction of the shelter, and assist with the Greenhouse repair and equipment for operation. According to Bradford, the K of C donation is one of the largest donations the agency receives. This year’s dona-
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1256034- Lake Waynoka - Enjoy all of the amenities of the lake as you reside in this well built house situated on 2.5 acs. Spacious 4 BR, 3 BA! Absolutely ready to move-in. Full finished bsmt, lanai, Part fenced yard and fully equipped kit to name a few. $139,900
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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
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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1273113- Georgetown- Great location & condition! 3 Bdrm, 2 Bath w/MBR suite. Breakfast nook right off of the Kitchen area. Large front deck. One of the best deals out there with a wonderful scenic view. $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
1251916- Sardinia - 3.25 Acre Mini-Farm. 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
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
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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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
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
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1267673 - Mt. Orab - 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. $74,900
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
1273562- Eastern Schools - Stop Looking! You can own your own slice of heaven! Very unique 3BR 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. $219,900
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
Revival set for H’ville Revival will begin in Hamersville at God’s Mission located at the corner of Sisterville and Walnut St. from Sept. 12 - 18, 2011. Bro. Ben Watts, Margo, Ind., will be ministering nightly at 7 p.m. There will be special singing nightly also. For more information cll Bro. Wayne Johnson at (937) 378-4558.
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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 B&B
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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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2011 Ohio Tobacco Festival memories
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County Commissioner Rick Eagan (left) and State Rep. Danny Bubp were also in the parade.
Gerry Schumacher of First State Bank rides in the float entered by the bank in the parade.
The Friday parade is led by members of the Ripley American Legion.
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County Commissioner Bill Geschwind (left), County Engineer Todd Cluxton (center) and County Commissioner Ralph Jennings (right) throw candy to parade watchers.
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Rep. Jean Schmidt presents Tobacco Festival organizer Greg Applegate with a certificate of appreciation for his work on the festival.
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County Auditor Doug Green (center) and his wife Norma (left) were the Grand Marshals of the 2011 Tobacco Festival Parade. They were escorted by Krystal Sizemore.
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Members of the Eastern High School band march down the street in formation.
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The Georgetown High School band also played for parade watchers.