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The Brown County Press Sunday, January 13, 2013 • Volume 40 No. 23 Serving Brown County, Ohio since 1973
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Teenager threatens high school BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press
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Shoppers line up as Shopko opens Shopko in Georgetown held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the Grand Opening of their store in Georgetown on Jan. 10. Manager Scott Walker and staff welcomed over 200 people into the store as it opened for business, with the first 100 customers receiving complimentary ten dollar gift cards. Store hours will be 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Walker also presented a check for $2500 to Georgetown Jr/Sr High School to be used for educational purposes. Principal Jerry Underwood accepted the donation on behalf of the school district.
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BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press The Aberdeen Village Council meeting began on Jan. 7 with former State Rep. Danny Bubp praising a father and daughter who helped save the lives of two Aberdeen police officers after an October car crash. Bump presented commendations from the Ohio House of Representatives to Mike Polston and Charity Bass, which praised them for stopping to pull the officers from their burning car on U.S. 68. Reading the commendation aloud, Bubp read in part, “You have earned not only the gratitude of the officers and their families, but also the respect and admiration of the entire community. You sent an example of humanitarianism worthy of emulation”. Polston and Bass also received an award from Aberdeen Police Chief Greg Caudle and the thanks of village mayor Harry Foxworthy. Caudle said Officer Matt Nickolas still faced a year of rehabilitation for his two broken legs and that Officer Tony Wheeler was still dealing with health issues as a result of the accident that would not allow him to drive. In other business, Village Administrator Keith O’Dell reported that the Ohio Environmental Pro-
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tection Agency is telling the Village of Aberdeen to run a test on a recently repaired well that could cost over $6000. Well Number One was repaired in late December after the OEPA noted that the village did not have a second source of water and told the village that it must repair the well. The repairs cost approximately $15,000. The test required by the OEPA requires the village to allow the well to pump water for up to 36 hours and test the water for bacteria contamination. The test will cost the village $190.00 per hour while the well is running. Council also entered into a discussion about village water rates being charged to multi-unit structures. Apartment buildings are currently charged the residential rate of $23 for the first 2000 gallons, $4.50 per thousand gallons up to 10,000 gallons and $2.50 per gallon for each 1000 gallons above ten thousand. “We are overcharging the apartments the way we do things now”, O’Dell said. Council Member Billie Eitel responded by making a motion to return the minimum charge to $26 per gallon for the first 2000 gallons and charge $4.50 per gallon thereafter. Council voted down Eitel’s motion to suspend the rules of council and pass the motion that night, so the measure is considered to have had a first reading. Three readings are necessary to pass resolutions of council. Council also selected Jason Phillips as Vice Mayor on a 4-2 vote, with Jay Castle and Jerry Applegate voting “no”. Prior to the selection of Phillips, Applegate nominated Castle, but the nomination was not secCONTINUED ON PAGE 9
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Green sworn in before veterans
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State Senator Joe Uecker (left) swears in Doug Green as the new State Representative of the 66th House District on Jan. 6. Green took the oath surrounded by family members. The ceremony took place at the Ohio Veterans Home in Georgetown, where Green said he wanted to take the oath in the presence of those who defended our country. A photo of Green being sworn in on the Ohio house floor can be found on page 2.
Sheriff’s office arrests suspect for multiple thefts and burglaries Sheriff Dwayne Wenninger reports that a suspect has been apprehended for his involvement in several burglaries and thefts which occurred between the first part of July 2012 through the end of December 2012 around the Mt. Orab and Williamsburg areas in Brown County. The items taken included jewelry and scrap metal. Sheriff Wenninger stated that with the assistance of the Milford Police Department, Steven A. Hartman, 23 years of age, of Edgington Road, Williamsburg, Ohio was taken into custody on January 5, 2013 near Milford, Ohio. Hartman is currently incarcerated at the Brown County Adult Detention Center and has been charged with three counts of Burglary, Felony 2nd Degree, one with an elderly specification; six counts of Theft, Felony 4th & 5th Degrees, three from a disabled adult; and three counts of Criminal Trespass. Hartman was arraigned in Brown
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County Municipal Court on January 7, 2013 and was given a bond of $50,000.00 cash, surety, property. “All of the cases remain open at this time pending further investigation, and additional arrests are expected”, said Sheriff Wenninger. Sheriff Wenninger would like to thank the Milford Police Department for their assistance in this case.
Man indicted on eight sex charges BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press Five people were indicted by a Brown County Grand Jury on January 10, including a man facing life in prison on multiple rape charges. John Ritchie, 66 of New Richmond, faces eight sex-related counts, including three counts of Rape, which are felonies of the first degree. Ritchie is alleged to have committed the crimes against two separate victims. One of the charges specifies that the victim was under ten years old at the time of the offense, which would make Ritchie eligible to be sentenced to life in prison if convicted. The rest of the charges against Ritchie are third degree felonies. They are three counts of Gross Sexual Imposition, and two counts of Unlawful Sexual Conduct with a Minor. The charges are based
on crimes allegedly committed by Ritchie between October of 2003 and June of 2011. Ronald Johnson, Jr., 45 of West Union, faces two counts of Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol, a Drug or Abuse or a Combination of Them. The charges are third degree felonies. Johnson is accused of committing the crimes on Dec. 31. Michael Smith, 32 of Mount Orab, faces one count of Failure to Provide Notice of Change of Address, a fourth degree felony. Smith was convicted of Unlawful Sexual Conduct With a Minor in Clermont County in 2004. David Elliott, 52 of Milford, faces three counts of Extortion, a third degree felony, one count of Menacing by Stalking, a fourth degree felony and MenacCONTINUED ON PAGE 9
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A Georgetown teenager is under house arrest and facing felony charges after verbally threatening to kill two other students at the village high school. Georgetown Police Chief Buddy Coburn said that the 17 year old male student told two other students on Monday, Jan. 7, that he was going to “bring a gun to school and do a Columbine on them and then they’d be gone.” Coburn said the threat was overheard by another student and reported to school officials the next day. Coburn said he was contacted immediately the school district, and he praised their quick actions. “They didn’t hesitate”, “They Coburn said.
moved quickly and decisively to make sure that the other students were not in danger because of this threat.” The young man was arrested on Jan. 8 and charged with Terroristic Threatening, a third degree felony. He was sentenced to house arrest by Brown County Juvenile Judge Margaret Clark following a hearing. Coburn said that his department and the school district both take threats to students very seriously, whether they are verbal, written or electronic in nature. “Anyone who threatens violence to students will face immediate consequences to the full extent of the law”, he said.
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Green take oath in Columbus New State Rep. Doug Green was sworn in on the floor of the Ohio House of Representatives along with other new members at the opening session of the 130th General Assembly on Jan. 7. Green said he is honored to begin his service to the people of the 66th district.
Deadline near for dog licenses, Warden to begin door to door visits Brown County Chief Dog Warden, Mike Darnall, is reminding dog owners that 2013 licenses are on sale now through January 31, 2013, for $12. Licenses are available at The Brown County Animal Shelter, the Brown County Auditors office and several other locations throughout
the county. Ohio law (ORC 955.01) requires every dog, three months of age or older, be licensed, and Brown County Dog Wardens will be enforcing the law. “Failure to buy a license for your dog by February 1, 2013 will result in a penalty (additional $12) or
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a citation ($132) or both,” said Darnall. “Door-todoor tag checking for compliance will begin on February 1, 2013.” “Kennel tags may be purchased for $60, however, the kennel owner must be breeding for sale or for hunting (ORC 955.02, 955.04). There are no exceptions in Ohio law, and kennel inspections will be conducted throughout the year,” added Darnall. The Brown County Animal Shelter receives no local or state tax money. Revenue from license sales, adoptions, rescues, and fines wholly fund the rising operating expenses, including salaries, equipment, utilities, internet & telephone, vehicle maintenance, gasoline, vaccines, kennel and building maintenance and supplies. Additional locations for purchasing dog license tags include: Aberdeen – River Crossing Marathon; Bethel - Bethel Feed & Supply; Decatur - CornerMart; Fayetteville - Fayetteville Hardware & Supply; Georgetown - Auditor’s office & Dog Warden Animal Shelter; Mt. Orab Wright’s Country Store, Mt. Orab Village office; Arnheim - Backstreets Deli & Pizza; Ripley, - Ripley Builders Supply; Russellville -Brown County Veterinary Services; Sardinia Sardinia Feed & Farm Supply; Wahlsburg – Grandma’s & Grandpa’s; and Williamsburg - Watson’s Crosstown Carryout. Call The Animal Shelter at (937) 378-3457 or the Auditor’s office at (937) 378-6398 for more information.
The memory of Seth Blevins, an Eastern graduate who was killed in Afghanistan in May of 2011, will be honored by the designation of U.S. 62 near Eastern High School as the “SPC Seth Blevins Memorial Highway”. Ohio Governor John Kasich approved the renaming of the section of highway, which will become official in March when the signs are posted. Shown from left are former State Rep. and Marine Corps Col. Danny Bubp, Steve Blevins, Trish Blevins and Marine Corps Lt. Col. Rick Klinker. The sign was unveiled Jan. 4 at a ceremony at Eastern High School to honor local veterans.
Aberdeen Concerned Citizens end successful year, big plans for 2013 By Martha B. Jacob The Brown County Press 2012 was a banner year for members of the Aberdeen Concerned Citizens, Inc. Group, (ACC). First organized by a small group of Aberdeen residents, led by Shari Stafford, the ACC has proven to be an active group with approximately 80 volunteers that has continued to grow. “Most of our members are local residents of Aberdeen,” Stafford said, “but we do have some volunteers who reside outside our village limits, and some volunteers from our adjoining communities. “Our number one goal is to improve the quality of life in the Village of Aberdeen.” The group started with a bang last year and hasn’t slowed down yet. First on its list of accomplishments was to establish several committees with strong leaders to guide and encourage their members. “We established a ‘beautification committee’ right up front,” Stafford said. “We wanted to put in place a plan to give our beautiful village a facelift. “In the past year we began in the spring by adopting out flower pots throughout the village. The pots were filled with beautiful flowers and placed in the Village Riverside Community Park, along the main thoroughfare and at vantage points in front of businesses as well as entrances to major subdivisions in the community.” The pots and flowers were purchased, planted and maintained by the volunteers of the ACC. Other volunteers adopted 11 large landscaping plots which included cleaning and mulching the beds, planting flowers and shrubbery and maintaining and watering the plots throughout the growing season. Stafford added that the Aberdeen Police and Fire Departments obtained a
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This beautiful plot of land in the Aberdeen Community Park was designed, planted and maintained by Sue Felix and Hasie Huston, winning them a second place award for their efforts.
nine-foot beam that was originally a part of the World Trade Center which will be placed in the community park and will be maintained by the beautification committee. “Many of our volunteers from the beautification committee also spent many hours cleaning up the area next to the Ohio River,” she added, “they removed dead trees, logs and debris after the spring floods. They also cleaned up around our existing fishing pier.” She said the group also removed mold and graffiti and painted the three picnic shelters at the park. They painted the swings, basketball goals and other playground equipment. Stafford also described another committee the group formed, the special events committee, which is responsible for planning fundraisers and friend-raising activities. Fundraisers by the committee included a spaghetti dinner to fund Harvest Fest which was held in September and are currently promoting a raffle of a week’s vacation in Siesta Keys, Sarasota, Florida. Money generated from the raffle will go towards the purchase of new Christmas lights for the village. Other committees in the group include the Neighbors Caring for Neighbors Committee, which promoted the “National Crime
Watch Day” at the park. It is also responsible for placing crime watch signs throughout the village and checking on neighbor’s homes while they are away. The Business Opportunity Committee encourages patronizing the business district, and plan to take a more active part in the Brown County Chamber of Commerce. “To date we have raised approximately $4,700 to be used to buy new Christmas decorations for the village,” Stafford said, “We are so grateful to local resident Annette Mineer who agreed to match what we raised once we have our IRS nonprofit status, which we are very close to doing. This fundraiser will continue for the next couple of years.” Stafford concluded, “All the volunteers involved with the Aberdeen Concerned Citizens, Inc. Group, take their membership seriously,” Stafford concluded, “Not all of our members can do everything, but every member can do something to help make our village be the best that it can be. “Anyone who would like to become a member of ACC can give me a call any time and join. We are excited about 2013 and hope to excite every citizen of Aberdeen to become a part of our group.” Stafford can be reached at (606)375-5315.
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tension by council a second time, at the December meeting, to complete the improvements or face demolition of the buildings before the January 8 meeting. McCann told council in December that he had received the metal sheeting for the roof of the worst structure, and weather permitting, it would be repaired by the January 8 meeting. “I’m not sure of everything that was said regarding Mr. McCann at that last meeting,” said Councilman Daniel Dragoo, “and I’m not sure if we actually said the the work had to be complete by this meeting, January 8, or not.” Village Administrator, Charles Ashmore stated that in his notes he wrote that the issue would be reviewed at the January meeting and council would decide then what the next step should be. Ashmore said the resident’s name would not be taken off the list of buildings scheduled for demolition until all the work was complete. “Mr. McCann has made some additional progress,” Ashmore told council, “but he doesn’t have the metal on the roof yet, probably because the weather has been terrible, but he is trying, and that’s what we want. And he
Brown County Recorder warns residents about deed solicitation It has been called to our attention that some area residents have been receiving a letter in the mail from a company called “Property Transfer Service” is offering to provide homeowner’s with a copy of their Deed and Property Profile for a fee of $83.00. Amy Jo DeClaire, Brown County Recorder, would like to advise the public that although it may not be illegal for this company to charge this fee for this information it is significantly higher than what the property owner or anyone would pay to request this information directly from the Recorder’s office. Brown County charges $2.00 per page for a deed plus an additional $1.00 to certify documents as set forth by the Ohio Revised Code. We provide this service either in person or through the mail. Uncertified copies are also available for ten cents a page or for free at our
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EWE committee meeting set The Brown County Chamber of Commerce’s Women’s Committee will be holding a lunch meeting on Wednesday, January 23, 12 p.m. at the SWRMC. “The Empowering Women Through Education” committee is informally known as EWE. Committee members will be planning events for March which is Women’s History month. Any women in the community who would like to participate are encouraged to join. For more information about joining the committee, contact the Brown County Chamber at (937) 378-4784 or Summer Tyler at summer@wemoveheat.com.
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Sheriff’s office arrests suspect for burglary and theft Sheriff Dwayne Wenninger reports that a suspect has been apprehended for his involvement in a burglary and theft which occurred on December 6, 2012 on Greenbush West Rd., Mt. Orab, Ohio. Items taken during the burglary included jewelry, firearms and clothing. Sheriff Wenninger stated that on January 9, 2013 with assistance from the Mt. Orab Police Department, Andrew S. Mullenix, 24 years of age, of Greenbush West Road, Mt. Orab, Ohio was apprehended and has been charged with Burglary, 2nd Degree Felony and Theft, 3rd Degree Felony. Mullenix was transported to the Brown County Adult Detention Center where he remains in custody awaiting a bond hearing. Sheriff Wenninger stated that addi-
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At the Jan 8 Ripley Village Council meeting, it was announced that Ripley IGA co-owner Charles Collins has received a $13,000 credit on the electric bill for the store. Collins brought the matter to council’s attention at the December 11 meeting after receiving bills he called higher than normal for several months. Collins told council last month that unless the problems with the high bills could be resolved, he could be forced to close the Ripley store. He stated that his bill was running about 34% higher than it had before. Ashmore told council that since that meeting, because of a mistake the village had made on the multipliers when reading the IGA store meter, Mr. Collins’ account had been credited $13,000. “The reading of his meter has been incorrect for about four months,” Ashmore said. “On December 19, we were able to install an new meter, and we sent the old one away to a lab to be checked for accuracy. “With this new meter, the multipliers are set and you can’t make a mistake when reading it. So that’s the update to this point. I haven’t heard from Mr. Collins yet.” Councilman Dragoo asked Ashmore how something like that could happen. Ashmore said that the multiplier error was only one of several issues regarding the increase in Mr. Collins’ bill. It only accounted for the increase in the bill for the last several months. Other issues within the building could also have an effect on the size of the bill. “I just hate that we went so far as to accuse Mr. Collins of having bad equipment,” Poole stated. Dragoo added that Mr.
Collins’ reason for coming to council in the first place was to question why his bill in Ripley was twice as high as his store in Bethel which is close to the same size. “It sounded to me,” Dragoo said, “that our answer to him was, it’s because your equipment is older and outdated and is using more electricity. “I just find it upsetting, that we were wrong and we didn’t take more of an opportunity to make sure that we were right.” Councilman Scott Eagan added to the conversation by saying that the village should take more of an attitude that the customer is right until proven wrong. Poole said that the IGA store provides a valuable service to the Ripley community and he felt like Mr. Collins should have been treated with more care. Ashmore cautioned council that the multiplier issue does not in any way resolve the problem with high consumption of electricity at the IGA location. “The high consumption is a whole different issue,” Ashmore said. “We’ve asked him for his usage from his Bethel Store but we haven’t received it yet. “And we are still seeing major spikes in his power usage when we look at his meter.” Dragoo summed up the issue with his own opinion by saying he felt that the village should take the blame and Mr. Collins deserved an apology. In another followup from the December 11 Ripley Village Council meeting, Ashmore told council that resident Jim McCann, who has been working with the village to bring several of his properties up to code, was still working on bringing his buildings into compliance. McCann was given an ex-
wants off that list.” Also during the meeting, Dragoo was renamed as vice mayor, and council adopted council’s Rules of Order, following a brief review of the rules. Councilman Charles Poole reminded everyone that any comments made by either council members or from the crowd were to be addressed directly to the mayor. Ashmore told council that boater education classes were going to be offered by the Coast Guard Auxiliary on the second Saturday of January, February and March at 10 a.m. in the council chambers room.
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Dear Editor, We would like to sincerely thank the students, teachers, and staff at Mt. Orab Elementary school for the very generous donation of canned and dry boxed goods to the Smith House food pantry here in Mt. Orab. There generosity came just before Christmas - a time of great need throughout our region. The school cleverly organized this food drive as a competition, and the stu-
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Letters to the Editor Smith House Pantry thankful for donations dents responded tremendously. Their effort was overwhelming as over two thousand items were donated, and because of it our supplies are healthy as we continue to serve the community in the new year. On behalf of our volunteers and our clients we thank you Mt. orab Elementary for a job well done! Karey and Becky Hall Smith House Volunteers Mt. Orab
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Dear Editor, To the community of Mt. Orab: Girls softball sign-ups are right around the corner. I want to let the community know what happened to my daughter and niece. Their U8 softball coaches set up 5 fund raisers to raise money for the girls. My daughter and niece showed up for all 5 fundraisers. We were told by the coaches the money would be used for the team, for example, an end of season party and trophies for the girls. Well, the season ended and
the parents were asking about the party and trophies. We were told by the coach that they were not having one or getting the girls trophies, and that they could use the money any way they needed. And if they wanted they could use it for next year (2013). I feel that money was earned by our team and should have been used on our team. I just want parents to watch who they sign their girls up to play for so their daughter or niece does not go through what mine had to. Pam Quittschreiber
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Taking A Trip Through Time Pictured above is the Equity Dairy on State Route 32 (Tri-County Hwy) in Sardinia at the N&W railroad siding. Opened in 1932 and the dairy produced around 4 tons of butter a day. In the 1950’s production was changed to non fat dried milk. The plant was closed in August 1980. The above photo appeared in our paper several weeks ago erroneously identified as the Adamson Dairy. We apologize for any confusion. If you have more information about this photo or would like more information about the Brown County Historical Society please call Ned S. Lodwick at (937) 378-6334. ‘Taking a Trip Through Time’ is a feature of the Brown County Press that is supplied by our readers. If you have photos of places within Brown County that are at least 30 years old please feel free to submit them along with some information about the photo to The Brown County Press by email to bcpress@frontier.com or mail them to or drop them off at The Brown County Press 219 South High Street Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154. You will get your picture back. You can also reach us at (937) 444-3441.
Glassmeyer praises Jean Schmidt Dear Editor, I have just reread Congresswoman Jean Schmidt’s last letter to her constituents (her term expired January 3, 2013) which was published in the December 9, 2012 edition of The Brown County Press. In it, she reiterates much of the work she did during her term including those accomplishments of which she is most proud. Jean gives credit to her staff, and to other local and state officials who assisted her in her success.
However, in addition to what the Congressional Record shows Jean gave us much, much more! Many miles logged and untold hours spent sharing her life with us, in good times and bad, in person to person encounters. Jean gave loving moral support to the people of Moscow by being in their midst after the storm. She visited Tate Township to encourage homeowners who lost hundreds of trees to the Asian Longhorn Beetle infestation. She
packed boxes for the Troop Box Ministry, helped pack food at the Free Store Food Bank in Cincinnati and attended fundraising events. Jean donated many an American flag (it doesn’t get any more beautiful than that, does it?) to silent auctions. She traveled to local celebrations to present honors and awards to folks from grade school age to oldsters. I think among Jean’s greatest loves are those who are serving our country in the military, and those who served in the
past. On the very few occasions when Jean could not possibly be present, her spouse, Peter, or her sister, Jennifer Black, came in her stead. Jean attended the parties and parades, the fairs and festivals, and yes, the funerals with her constituents. To paraphrase Jean’s own words, ‘It has been an honor and a privilege to be served by you.” Jeanne Glassmeyer Fayetteville
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PRC sets 2013 Human Life Sunday Dear Editor, Since 1983, Americans have observed Sanctity of Human Life (SOHL) Sunday as a day to celebrate the intrinsic value of all human life. Sanctity of Human Life Sunday is held on the Sunday in January that falls closest to the day on which the Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton decisions were handed down by the U.S. Supreme Court on January 22, 1973. This year SOHL Sunday will take place on January 20, 2013 and commemorates 40 years since that decision. This important day also provides an opportunity for pregnancy care centers to share about the work they do to bring life-affirming resources to their communities and to empower women and men to choose life for their unborn chil-
dren. How can you be involved? The Pregnancy Resource Center “A Place of Hope” in Georgetown, Ohio gives churches in Brown County and surrounding communities several opportunities to be involved in participating and promoting this very important day. Bulletin inserts are available free to any church that requests them. A speaker from the Pregnancy Resource Center will come and speak to congregations regarding the PRC and the services provided to promote life and family values, representatives of the PRC are available throughout January and February. Churches are also given an opportunity to participate in the Pregnancy Resource Center’s “Change Changes Lives” project. Participants in “Change Changes
Lives” take an empty baby bottle and fill it with loose change. The full bottle is then donated to the PRC; funds raised through this project are used to provide for the needs of clients who come to the PRC for help. The Pregnancy Resource Center is a Christian, non-profit organization whose goal is to assist women in the midst of an unplanned pregnancy giving them the opportunity to choose life for their child. The PRC considers itself “A Place of Hope” and helps clients obtain material goods such as cribs, car seats, diapers, clothes and much more which clients may need to provide for their children. All services are free of charge and open to expectant parents and families with infants and toddlers. The PRC is not affiliated
with any government agency and receives no government funds. It is solely by supported churches, private donations and fundraising events. Anyone interested in participating in Sanctity of Human Life Sunday may contact the PRC Director, Tamma Plymesser at (937) 378-6853. The Pregnancy Resource Center is located at 852 Mt. Orab Pike in Georgetown, Ohio. Hours of service are Mondays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Wednesdays from 2 to 6 p.m. Those needing services can call or stop by the Center. Appointments are recommended, but not necessary. Tamma Plymesser, Executive Director Pregnancy Resource Center - A Place of Hope
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written, a gun was viewed as a tool used by an individual. However, Senator Feinstein brilliantly created a new vocabulary which allows the tool to be criminalized. An attacker is a “gunman” rather than a murderer and inanimate tools are the source of all evil in society. A new federal ban on so called “assault” weapons is being penned. Gun ownership, not murder, is the great antisocial behavior of our time. All of this because of another terrible school shooting. We are supposed to believe a new “assault” weapons ban will protect schools from another massacre when these crimes actually increased after the first ban. Never mind that millions of Americans own “assault” weapons and have never used them to commit acts of violence, that is absolutely not the point.
There is a terrible lack of thinking going on in the minds of Americans. First, children were not killed by an “assault” weapon. They were killed by man; an evil, mentally ill, cowardly, lawbreaking man. It seems clear that they were targeted for the following reasons: 1.) They were vulnerable, unable to fight back. 2.) Society has said, since Roe vs. Wade, young lives are expendable. 3.) The killer knew no law abiding citizen would be armed in a gun-free zone. 4.) The killer chose to break existing gun laws in order to break existing laws against murder. 5.) The one sure way to get national media attention is to attack children in a school. This crime was completely unrelated to legal gun ownership and possession. Yet increased infringement on gun CONTINUED ON PAGE 6
Actually, I think that everyone in the community should pay for these officers. Our children are the future and they should be kept secure. Pam Quittschreiber, Mt. Orab
There's no easy answer to a question like this. Honestly I don't know. Our police departments are already stressed, so I just don't know who's responsibility it should be. Edwin Curtis, Georgetown
Well, I think it should be the school's responsibility, since that's where they will be working. Maybe the cost should be added to school fees. Barb Grant, Greenbush
Well, I don't think the cost should be on the tax payers. Personally I don't thing that security officers belong in the schools. Don Furnish, Williamsburg
The people with all the money should pay for the security officers, they're the ones getting all the tax breaks. Robin Lindsey, Mt. Orab
It's got to be us, the tax payers, footing the bill. Lissa Signorelli, Mt. Orab
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DRINKING WATER NOTICE Village of Aberdeen Significant Deficiency / Treatment Technique Violation The Ohio EPA has identified, through the sanitary site visit on October 3, 2012, significant deficiencies associated with the water treatment system. The Village failed to have Well #1 inspected and repaired during the required timeframe. The Village did not provide an adequate explanation as to why the well could not be inspected or repaired during the required timeframe, nor did they provide sufficient detail for an alternate supply that would provide an adequate and reliable backup approvable source. What should I do? ✓ You do not need to boil your water or take other corrective actions regarding this violation. What does this mean? This situation does not require that you take immediate action. If it had been, you would have been notified immediately. Adequate qantities of safe drinking water are necessary for maintaining public health programs. What happened? What is being done? We are investigating and taking the necessary steps to correct the problem as soon as possible. For more information, please contact Keith O’Dell at 937-7952212 or P.O. Box 509 Aberdeen, Ohio 45101. General guidelines on ways to lessen the risk of infection by microbes are available from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1 (800) 426-4791. Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example people in apartments, nursing homes, schools and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distibuting copies by hand or mail. PWSID#: OH0800012 Date distributed: 12/23/2012 Tier 2: GWR - Treatment Technique Violation (Significant Deficiency type 45) BCP TFN ---------------------------------------NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT SECTION 594 NORTHERN PERRY TOWNSHIP SANITARY SEWER REPLACEMENT PROJECT BROWN COUNTY, OHIO The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Huntington District, by this Notice of Availability (NOA), advises the public that the Draft Environmental Assessment (DEA) for the Northern Perry Township proposed Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project is complete and available for public review. The project is located in the unincorporated area of St. Martin located in Brown County, Ohio. A Finding of No Significant Impacts (FONSI) is anticipated for the proposed project. A copy of the draft FONSI is included with the DEA for public review. In compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and 40 CFR 1501.4, the DEA and draft FONSI will be available to the public in the affected area for thirty (30) days for review and comment. Final determination regarding the need for additional NEPA documentation will be made after the public review period, which begins on or about January 12, 2013. Copies of the documents may be viewed at the following location: Fayetteville-Perry Library 406 N. East Street Fayetteville, OH 45118 (513) 875-2738 The documents may also be viewed at the following website: http://www.lrh.usace.army.mil/ BusinessWithUs/PublicReview.a spx. Copies of the DEA and draft FONSI may be obtained by contacting the Huntington District Office of the Corps of Engineers at (304) 399-5276. Comments pertaining to the documents may be submitted by e-mail to: LRHPublicComments@usace.army.mil; or by letter to: Mr. Jonathan J. Aya-ay, Chief Environmental Analysis Section, Planning Branch Huntington District Corps of Engineers 502 Eighth Street Huntington, West Virginia 25701-2070 BCP 1-13-13, 1-20-13, 1-27-13, 2-3-13 ----------------------------------------
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In December 2012, a two count indictment was filed against Holly M. Tolliver. The indictment charged Count One, Complicity in the Commission of an Offense, a felony of the second degree, with a maximum penalty of 8 years in prison; Count Two, Conspiracy, which is a felony of the third degree having a maximum penalty of 36 months in prison and Count Three, Engaging In a Pattern of Corrupt Activity, a felony of the first degree, having a maximum penalty of 11 years in prison. Brown County Court of Common Pleas Judge, Scott T. Gusweiler accepted a plea of guilty to Count One, Complicity in the Commission of an Offense (Manufacture of Methamphetamine). Upon a motion by the State of Ohio, Count Two and Count
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Three were dismissed. On January 9, Judge Gusweiler sentenced Tolliver to a mandatory prison term of 5 years and ordered Ms. Tolliver to receive Substance Abuse Treatment, while in incarcerated. Judge Gusweiler further advised Ms. Tolliver of the mandatory three years of post-release control through the Adult Parole Authority upon her release from prison.
Dehaas sentenced to local jail In December 2012, a Two Count indictment was filed against Jeremy W. Dehaas. The indictment charged Count One, Possession of Heroin, a felony of the fifth degree, having a maximum penalty of 12 months in prison and Count Two, Possessing Drug Abuse Instruments, a misdemeanor of the first degree, having a maximum penalty of 180 days in the Brown County Detention Center. On January 2, Brown County Court of Common Pleas Judge, Scott T. Gusweiler, accepted a plea of guilty to Count One, Possession of
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Heroin. Upon a motion by the State, Count Two was dismissed. Judge Gusweiler sen-
tenced Mr. Dehaas to 180 days in the Brown County Detention Center, where he will have to successfully complete the Brown County Sheriff’s Office Drug Treatment Program, while serving 2 years of Community Control subject to the supervision of the Adult Probation Department. Dehaas was ordered to pay court costs and public defender fees. Judge Gusweiler further ordered a 12 month suspension of Dehaas’s Ohio Driver’s License and continued drug treatment counseling while he is on Probation.
Kelly Fritz is sentenced to prison In November 2012, a One Count indictment was filed against Kelly W. Fritz. The indictment charged Count One, Burglary, which is a felony of the second degree, having a maximum penalty of eight years in prison. On January 3, 2013, Brown County Court of Common
Pleas Judge, Scott T. Gusweiler accepted a plea of guilty to an amended Count One, Burglary, a felony of the third degree, having a maximum penalty of three years in prison. Judge Gusweiler sentenced Mr. Fritz to 24 months in the Ohio De-
partment of Corrections. Fritz was ordered to pay court costs and public defender fees. Judge Gusweiler further advised the defendant of the optional three years of postrelease control at the discretion of the Adult Parole Authority upon his release from prison.
Johnny Hardin is sentenced to prison In October 2012, an Eight Count indictment was filed against Johnny Hardin. The indictment charged Count One, Unlawful Sexual Conduct With A Minor; Count Two, Unlawful Sexual Conduct With A Minor; Count Three, Unlawful Sexual Conduct With A Minor; Count Four, Unlawful Sexual Conduct With A Minor; Count Five, Unlawful Sexual Conduct with a Minor; Count Six, Unlawful Sexual Conduct
with a Minor; Count Seven, Unlawful Sexual Conduct with a Minor all of which are felonies of the third degree, having a maximum penalty of five years in prison on each Count; Count Eight, Disseminating Matter Harmful to Juveniles, a felony of the fifth degree, having a maxim penalty of twelve months in prison. Brown County Court of Common Pleas Judge, Scott T. Gusweiler accepted a plea of guilty to Count One
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and Two, Unlawful Sexual Conduct With a Minor both being felonies of the third degree. Upon a motion by the State of Ohio, the remaining Counts were dismissed. On January 7, Judge Gusweiler sentenced Mr. Hardin to 24 months in prison on Count One and 24 months in prison on Count Two, which will run concurrent. Hardin was ordered to pay court costs and public defender fees. Judge Gusweiler
further advised Mr. Hardin of his duties to register as a Sex Offender, in which, upon his release from prison he will have to register for a period of 25 years with in-person verification to the County Sheriff where he will reside every 180 days. Judge Gusweiler also advised Hardin of the mandatory five years of post-release control through the Adult Parole Authority upon his release from prison.
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Standing in photo from left to right: Judge Timothy Black, Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Nick Owens, Magistrate Karen Litkovitz, Chief Judge Susan Dlott, First Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Zac Corbin, and Judge Michael Barrett.
said Brown County Prosecuting Attorney Jessica Little. “I congratulate both Zac and Nick on becoming admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio,” further added Little. "Occasionally, the crimes we see committed in Brown County may involve violations of federal law, as well as Ohio law," said First Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
Zac Corbin. "Sometimes there may be an advantage to trying the case in federal, rather than state court. By being licensed to practice in federal court, Nick and I can assist the U.S. Attorneys in ensuring that justice is served most effectively for the people of Brown County," added Corbin. “Unfortunately, crime is a fact of life. Brown County is not immune to dangerous
criminals. As an assistant prosecutor, I believe it is vitally important that our office have all the resources available to convict those who intend to wreak havoc in our communities,” said Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Nick Owens. “I thank Prosecuting Attorney Jessica Little for giving Zac and me this opportunity to help further serve the citizens of Brown County.” added Owens.
Groundbreaking held for new Helping Hands Food Pantry
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the education and health of Shopko teammates and customers. The Community Charitable Grant Program awards funds to organizations or accredited schools in all communities where Shopko stores are located. The focus of the Foundation’s Green Bay Area Grant Program is to strengthen the community where it was founded and where the company maintains its corporate headquarters. The Teammate and Family Scholarship Program annually awards post-secondary scholarships to Shopko employees and their dependent children. The $2500 scholarships are awarded through a competitive process based on the students’ academic record, leadership, community activities, honors and goals. Recipients are determined by an independent selection committee comprised of Wisconsin educators. The Shopko Foundation is also proud to award funds to various 501(c)(3) charitable groups through the Teammate Community Service Grant Program. The Foundation awards Teammate Community Service Grants twice annually to recognize and support Shopko teammates who volunteer their time for a non-profit organization in their communities. For more information, visit www.shopko.com/foundation.
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The Shopko Foundation is pleased to announce that it awarded grants totaling $981,000 nationwide during fiscal year 2012. The were awarded funds through the Foundation’s four grant programs Community Charitable Grants, Green Bay Area Grants, Teammate Community Service Grants and Teammate and Family Scholarships. The Shopko Foundation is proud to have awarded grants totaling approximately $26 million in the last 33 years in the communities where Shopko does business. “Shopko views each community where we serve our customers as our ‘hometown’,” said Mike Bettiga, Shopko Interim CEO, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. “We appreciate the opportunity to serve these communities and strive to strengthen them through the Shopko Foundation’s support of charitable groups and activities that are important to the people who live and work there. We are comto promoting mitted healthy lifestyles and educational opportunities for our neighbors in all the communities where we serve and strive to make an impact through the Shopko Foundation.” Through its Community Charitable Grant and Green Bay Area Grant Programs, the Shopko Foundation awards funds during the year to accredited schools and 501(c)(3) programs which promote
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On Tuesday afternoon, January 8, 2013, Brown County Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys Zac Corbin and Nick Owens were admitted and qualified to the federal practice of law in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio. The United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio serves over five million citizens, in 48 counties of the 88 counties in Ohio, and hears cases in the cities of Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus. The admissions ceremony was held at the Potter Stewart United States Courthouse in downtown Cincinnati and was presided over by Chief Judge Susan Dlott, Judge Michael Barrett, Judge Timothy Black, and Magistrate Karen Litkovitz. “At times, my office coordinates with the federal government to make sure defendants are held responsible for their crimes. Criminal cases often become complex when state and federal law overlap. To successfully prosecute these cases, it is important for the Prosecuting Attorney to have knowledge of federal law and to be able to practice in federal courts,”
Shopko Foundation awards nearly $1 million in grants
On Wednesday, January 9, 2013, the Brown County Board of Commissioners and several members of the nonprofit Helping Hands Board were in attendance when Doug Hauke of A1 Building Co. broke ground for the new Helping Hands Food Pantry. The new building should be completed within a couple weeks. Any donations for the new pantry would be greatly appreciated. Grant funds paid for the land and new building, but funding will be needed for shelving and interior setup and parking. Please contact Jo Ann Kattine at (937) 378-6942 if you can help in any capacity. Local contractors, asphalt companies, construction companies, local governments and the general public are encouraged to donate time, materials or funds to make this a great project for the citizens of Brown County.
Tooth whitening Today many people are interested in whitening their teeth. The advertisers would have us believe that the solution is right at our fingertips, and for very little cost. Do those whitening products we see in stores really work? Bleaching of the teeth is much like bleaching of any other material. It is the use of peroxide at an ideal concentration for a set amount of time in intimate contact with the tooth. There are many strengths and means of delivery, but basically the peroxide penetrates the enamel and breaks down pigmented particles that are usually the result of aging and environment (our teeth yellow as we get older due to diet, habits, etc). Natural pigment that a person is born with can be broken down and bleached as well. What is the best way to bleach? Any bleaching material that is painted on and left to do its job is not effective. Saliva breaks it down and it doesn’t have enough time to work. Whitening toothpastes can sometimes work if used often enough, but it is a very slow process and the change is not dramatic. Also, these toothpastes often cause sensitivity before any real color change is noticeable. A lot of people try Crest Whitestrips. These can work if a person has straight teeth and uses them religiously. The problem is that the bleach concentration is very low, therefore one has to increase the time and frequency of bleaching. It will take more than one box to bleach the teeth to an appreciable difference. Any teeth that are not in alignment will not get the effect of the bleach. The best way to whiten
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DR. MICHELLE HECK teeth is to have a tray custom made to the teeth so the material intimately contacts each tooth. Then the bleaching material should be of a concentration that is not available over-the-counter for effective bleaching. Most dental offices offer this service to their patients, but many don’t advertise it. If you are curious, ask your dentist if he or she offers tooth whitening. A person can have a noticeable difference of two shades or so in just two weeks of professional whitening. A word of caution about bleaching: some people can develop sensitivity due to the whitening process. It is not irreversible however. If sensitivity develops, just stop bleaching until it subsides and resume at a slower pace. People with staining of the teeth due to medicines such as Tetracycline don’t usually respond well to whitening. These people may consider porcelain veneers to cover the stain. Children, pregnant and lactating women should not bleach, as studies have not been done about the effects of the material on these populations. And lastly, any cosmetic dental work a person has had (white fillings, crowns, bonding, and veneers) will not change color with the bleaching process. Those restorations should be replaced if the teeth are bleached to a different color. If you are considering any cosmetic work, bleach beforehand.
The Decatur U. S. Post Office 45115 is alive and well and open for business at 6471 Huff Hill Road, Decatur. Recently the U. S. Postal Service opened an additional village post office at the Corner Mart to help serve the community by offering books of first class stamps and flat rate
boxes. But for full service you can still visit the Decatur U. S. Post Office Monday through Friday daily from 7:30 - 11:30 a.m., then again at 12:45 4:45 p.m. and on Saturday from 7:30 - 11:30 a.m. For more information you can call the post office at (937) 373-3581.
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Don’t give in to gun control hysteria CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4 ownership is the only societal change being called for. Why? There is no mention of emphasizing the value of life by outlawing abortion. Senators are not proposing an end to gunfree school zones so staff can be prepared to effectively protect their charges. Where is the outcry for new laws against mass murder? Not a single news analyst is suggesting new controls on media coverage of massacres. Congressional leaders will demand we relinquish the outdated right to keep and bear arms. They strive to convince Americans of the reasonableness of gun registration. We already know their argument: Cars are registered and drivers are licensed, so guns and gun owners should be, too. Why do those darn, stubborn, hateful gun owners oppose reasonable action? Everyone knows guns are more dangerous than cars! They fail to examine vehicular homicide statistics… We should be asking, “Why is increased gun control the only change Congress seeks to make after this tragedy?” The Second Amendment states, “A well-regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.” This does not qualify that arms are for hunting or self-defense, but to prevent government oppression. The right to keep (own) and bear (carry) Arms shall not be infringed (without re-
striction). This is only ambiguous or confusing to individuals and organizations wishing to undermine the Founders intentions. We are told the National Guard is our “well-regulated Militia”. This is a flawed argument. The role of the militia, as explained by James Madison (Founder, Bill of Rights author, fourth President of the United States) in Federalist 46, is to protect the states from the federal government. Madison was clear that as irrational as it might sound, the federal government could someday create and maintain a standing army “entirely at the devotion of the federal government.” Madison believed that this was almost inconceivable. Yet the founders believed a citizen militia was necessary to repel the overreach of power the federal government might make if such they ever had such a force available. In case you have not noticed, we have such a force. Today the National Guard serves at the pleasure of the President and is fighting enemies overseas. They train to work with the regular military rather than standing ready to defend citizens against oppression. The first action the British army took when trying to control their citizens (we call them America’s first patriots) was to try to gain control of the arms and ammunition stored in Lexington and Concord. Did you know many National Guard armories around the nation keep no ammunition on sight? Empty guns are
not an effective tool against tyranny. I am not anti-military. My husband, his father, my father, both of my grandfathers, an uncle, and my brother all served honorably in our military, which I tell you with great pride. The problem is not with the national military. The problem is that many Americans have been misled and believe the National Guard is our “well-regulated Militia”. They foolishly think citizens can safely, constitutionally, be disarmed. In truth the National Guard is another arm of the federal military. Disarmed citizens would be as defenseless as the children in Connecticut, if the federal government were to ever over-step its constitutionally granted powers. But, that would NEVER happen here. “Reasonable” speakers on both sides of this debate tell us that obviously the Founding Fathers did not intend for citizens to have AK-47s. Well, I beg to differ. If the Founders wanted citizens to be limited in the types of weapons they could keep and bear, they would have specified those limitations. They never said we could carry muskets and swords. They knew we might someday need cannons, as they did against King George, so they left “Arms” open ended. This was intentional. They absolutely did intend for the citizenry to be as well armed as the military: that is the point of the Second Amendment. Is it any wonder Congress
constantly chips away at that right? They do not care what happens to our children, not really. If they did, they would allow every citizen to be as protected as they are. Maybe I give leaders, like Senators Feinstein and Schumer, too much credit. They may believe that yet another gun law will deter future mass murderers. Maybe they believe this new gun ban will keep guns out of the hands of criminals. But, if they do believe these things, why are they armed? Maybe it is because their lives really are more important than the lives of our children. That must be the reason they both have armed police protection and unrestricted concealed carry permits in their respective states, both of which have very restrictive gun laws, making it very difficult and expensive to keep and bear arms. Maybe our leaders are simply hypocrites, seeking to increase their own power by playing us for fools and eliminating individual American freedoms. The Second Amendment exists to protect citizens from government tyranny. So why do we allow the federal government to regulate our ownership of guns? That makes as much sense as giving a known thief the key to your house…if you want to open your home to the thief, that is your prerogative, but stay away from my keys! Jo DeFosse Russellville
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Johnathan Ray Groves, infant, died Wednesday, January 2, 2013. He is survived by his mother, Kelly Marie Groves of Blue Creek; maternal grandparents, John and Gayle Groves of Blue Creek; two great maternal grandmothers, Betty Groves of Blue Creek and Ruby Stealwell of Oklahoma City, Ok., one uncle, Justin Groves of Blue Creek; two great uncles: Ron Groves of Blue Creek and Junior Groves of Winchester; three great aunts: Ethel “Duck” Groves of Blue Creek, Pamela Johnson of Ripley, and Shirley Lytle of Highland County. Services were held on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 where Pastor Roger Bare officiated. The interment was at Moore’s Chapel Cemetery in Blue Creek. The Lafferty Funeral Home, West Union, served the family.
Mary Jane Cummins Masters, 83 Mary Jane Cummins Masters, 83, Felicity, Ohio, died on Friday, January 4, 2012. Mary Jane was the wife of the late Ralph A. (Doug) Masters. She is survived by her daughters, Cathy (Gary) Singleton, Tammy (Scott) Frey and Gina (Lyle) Caudill, 8 grandchildren, and 4 greatgrandchildren. Services will be at the convenience of the family. The Charles H. McIntyre Funeral Home, Felicity, served the family.
Raymond Eugene Martin, 80
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Raymond Eugene Martin, 80, Sardinia, departed this life Sunday, December 30, 2012 at his home. He was born September 17, 1932, to the late Raymond and Berneda (Ogden) Martin. He was one of two children. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Robert Martin. The family owned and operated Sardinia Ready Mix for many years. In later years, he worked at Cincinnati Milacron until his retirement. Raymond is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Lou (Bramell) Martin. To this union was born three children, Edward (Bonnie) Martin, Brenda (Mike) King, and Anna Marie (Gary) Aber. He also leaves behind 7 grandchildren, Eddie and Bethann Martin, Greg and Scott King, Matt Duffey and Tiffany and April Aber. Raymond also loved and enjoyed his 14 greatgrandchildren. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. Raymond was a longtime member of the Sardinia Church of Christ and was active in the Sardinia Masonic Lodge where he once served as Master. He enjoyed fishing, reading and his gardening. He valued his time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Raymond was known for his kind and gentle spirit and will be missed by many. Visitation was held January 2, 2013 and the funeral services were held Thursday, January 3, 2012 at the Sardinia Church of Christ. Rev. Kevin Hamilton officiated. Burial was at the Sardinia Cemetery.
John Martin Chambers, Sr., 87
Terrance “Terry” Kress Howell, 53
Albert W. Steward, 84
David Lee Shively, 90
Louise (Shelton) Rhoads, 77
John Martin Chambers, Sr., 87 of Georgetown, Oh., died Sunday, January 6, 2013. He was a farmer, a retired inspector for the General Electric Company, a United States World War II Navy veteran, a member of the Carey Bavis American Legion Post #180, the Disabled American Veterans and the Masonic Lodge F&AM #191 in Blanchester, Oh. John was born December 16, 1925 in Boyle County, Ky., the son of the late Cebert Stanley and Josie Sue (Wilkerson) Chambers. Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife – Sara Kathleen (Sturgill) Chambers in 2008, one sister – Edna Frances Stephenson and one infant brother – Virgil Lee Chambers. Mr. Chambers is survived by six children – Carol Warren of Danville, Ky., Lynn Topp and husband Mike of Hillsboro, Brenda Willis and husband Ricky of New Richmond, Lucy Wininger and husband Chris of Knoxville, Tenn., Margie Strawmyer and husband Tim of Amelia, and John M. Chambers, Jr. and wife Crystal of Amelia, sixteen twentygrandchildren, eight great grandchildren; two sisters – Barbara Ann Short and husband Kenny and Paulette Hargis and husband Billy all of Danville, Ky., and several nieces and nephews. Services were held Wednesday, January 9, 2013 where Rev. William Kirby officiated. Interment will be in the Confidence Cemetery in Georgetown, Oh. The Cahall Funeral Home, Georgetown, served the family.
Terrance “Terry” Kress Howell, 53, of Manchester, Oh., died Friday, December 28, 2012. He was born May 15, 1959 in West Union to the late Herman Kress and Agnes Marie (Ralston) Howell. He is survived by two sons, Terry “T.K.” Howell of Manchester and Brandon Lee (Amber) Back of Batavia; and his former wife, Kenda Collins of Manchester. He was a former farmer in Sprigg Township in Adams County for 22 years. He was a supervisor for Fee Corp. at D.P. & L. Stuart Station in Manchester Township for 15 years. He was a 1977 graduate of Manchester High School and was a member of the F.F.A. and National Honor Society. Services were held on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 where Pastor Terry Whaley officiated. There was no visitation. Mr. Howell was cremated. The Lafferty Funeral Home, West Union, served the family.
Albert W. Steward, 84, of West Union, Oh., died Sunday, January 6, 2013. He was born June 23, 1928 in Monroe Township in Adams County to the late Walter and Loah (Miller) Steward. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Penny Lee Steward. He is survived by wife, Frances Steward of West Union; three sons: Derry and Billy Steward, both of West Union, and Paul (Mitzie) Steward of Russellville; three daughters: Cathy Steward of West Union, Tammy (Terence) Evans of Blue Creek and Mary (J.R.) Donahue of Tiffin Township; sister, Goldie Tomlin of Manchester; six grandchildren; and many nephews and nieces. He was a retired farmer and former employee of Lafferty Farms in West Union for 37 years (19501987). He was a former member and trustee of Eckmansville Christian Holiness Church. He was a US Army Veteran and served during the Korean Conflict. Services were held on Thursday, January 10, 2013 where Reverend Orville Wayne Leonard officiated. Interment was at Manchester Cemetery in Manchester. The Adams County Honor Guard performed a military service. The Lafferty Funeral Home, West Union, served the family.
David Lee Shively, 90 of Decatur, Oh., passed away Tuesday January 8, 2013. He was born June 28, 1922 in Clermont County, the son of the late Avery Mearl Shively and Della (Davis) Shively. He was a factory worker at Ford Motor Company. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife Geneva Holland Shively, 2 brothers; Carlton M and Roy James Shively and 1 daughter in law; Viola Shively. David is survived by his wife of 40 years Ruth Holton Shively of Decatur, 2 sons; David (Sonny) Shively of Florida and Daniel M. Shively and wife Ruth of Troy, Tex., 1 step-son, John C Dyer and wife Cathy of Ripley, 7 grandchildren, 2 step grandchildren, several great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services will be held Saturday January 12, 2013 at 1 p.m. at the Meeker Funeral Home in Russellville with Rev. Harold Arthur and Drew Lane officiating. Burial will follow at the Liberty Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday January 11, 2013 from 6 - 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Ohio Valley Manor Activities Fund, 5280 US Rte 62 & 68, Ripley, OH 45167 or Liberty Chapel Perpetual Care, C/O Dale Gray, 5402 Pisqal Ridge Rd, Ripley, OH 45167 The Meeker Funeral Home, Russellville, served the family.
Louise (Shelton) Rhoads, 77, of West Union, Oh., formerly of Ripley, died Tuesday, January 1, 2013. She was born July 25, 1935 in Withamsville. She was preceded in death by parents, Milton Jacob and Inna (Sowder) Hackney; and a son, James Gregory Shelton. She is survived by husband, John D. Rhoads of West Union; son, William L. (Sue Ann) Shelton of Winchester; two daughters, Diana Garcia of Prescott Valley, Arizona and Deborah F. (Thomas) Smith of Liberty Township in Adams County; five brothers: George Harry Hackney of Mt. Orab, Milton Nolan Hackney, Jr. of Clovis, Cal., Jacob Hackney, Vantis Hackney, James Robert Hackney; three sisters, Alice Adams of Amelia, Helen Miller of Owenton, Ky., and Gladys Hackney; six grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; and many nephews and nieces. She was a former employee for Basic American Food Company in Moses Lake, Washington. She had attended Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institution in Albuquerque, NM. She was a lifetime member of Hunting and Wildlife Clubs of America. Services were Friday, January 11, 2013 where Pastor Randy Osman officiated. Interment was at Linwood Cemetery in Jefferson Township in Brown County. The Lafferty Funeral Home, West Union, served the family.
Lillian Jane (nee Hart) Reaves, 81 Lillian Jane (nee Hart), Reaves, 81 of Fayetteville, Oh., died on Thursday, January 3, 2013. She was born August 1, 1931 in Brown County, Oh., to the late Charles and Cleo (McKenzie) Hart. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Reaves, son, Henry Reaves, brother, Ray Hart,sister, Alice Neu. She is survived by her daughter, Joyce Bradley of Nashville, Tenn., sons, Ron (Becky) Reaves of Fayetteville, John (Laura) Reaves of Manchester, brothers, Kenneth Hart of Michigan, Billy Jo Hart of Williamsburg, Onie Hart of Oklahoma, grandchildren, Becky Armstrong, Josh Reaves, Christopher Bradley, Shannon Bradley, great-grandchildren, Kyle Reaves, Karson Reaves, Chase Armstrong, Sydnie Bradley, Taylor Bradley, Cole Bradley, and Laney Bradley. Services were held on Sunday, January 6, 2013. Burial followed in Mt. Orab Cemetery. The Egbert Funeral Home, Mt. Orab, served the family.
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We would like to thank our friends and neighbors for the flowers, food, prayers and comforting words in our time of sorrow. Special thanks to Rev. Kevin Hamilton for his visits and prayers during this time. We would also like to thank the Beam-Fender Funeral Home. Many thanks to the members of the Sardinia Church of Christ for ministering to the family with a meal and comforting words. Your kindness will never be forgotten. May God bless each and every one. The family of Raymond Martin
Sheila Mae Kelley, 66 Sheila Mae Kelley, 66, of Georgetown Oh., passed away at home on January 2, 2012 surrounded by loved ones after her brave battle against cancer. She is survived by her husband, Johnny Kelley of Georgetown, son Alan Kelley and daughter Deann Kelley of Georgetown, as well as daughter Tina Gann of South Carolina. Services were held Saturday, January 5, 2013 at the Georgetown Church of Christ. The Grunn Funeral Home, Cincinnati, served the family.
Mary Louise DeVore Koerner, 85 Mary Louise DeVore Koerner, 85, Ripley, Oh., died Monday January 7, 2013. She worked at the former U.S. Shoe factory in Ripley for many years until its closing. She then became a certified nurse aide and worked at area nursing homes, Hospice of Hope and provided home healthcare. Mrs. Koerner was also the treasurer for Red Oak Cemetery for thirty three years. She was a member of the Ripley First Presbyterian Church, the Ripley Lions Club and the Daughters of the American Revolution. Mrs. Koerner was born January 17, 1927 in Ripley, Ohio the daughter of the late Harry and Louise (Chavers) DeVore. She was also preceded in death by her husband in 2009, Dale E. Koerner. Mrs. Koerner is survived by one son - Robert J. Gast and wife Sharon of Kings Mills, Oh., two granddaughters – Stacey Cook and Heather Overbay, both of Kings Mills; two great grandsons – Dylan Overbay and Jacob Andrews, both of Kings Mills; three brothers – Harry “Bud” DeVore of Ripley, Ohio, J.E. Raymond DeVore of West Liberty, Ky., and Donald DeVore of Brevard, North Carolina. Services were held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, January 11, 2013 where Rev. Wayne Reveal officiated. Interment will follow the funeral service in Red Oak Cemetery near Ripley, Ohio. The Cahall Funeral Home, Ripley, served the family.
Beulah Mae Slater, 90 Beulah Mae Slater, 90 of Georgetown, Oh., died Monday, January 7, 2013. She was a homemaker and had been employed in retail clothing sales at Woolworth Department Store and Big Wheel. Mrs. Slater was born May 3, 1922 in Falmouth, Ky., the daughter of the late Jeremiah and Margaret (Cheeseman) Hopper. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband – Charles Slater in 1963, one son – John Slater and one grandchild. Mrs. Slater is survived by four children – Charles Eddie Slater and Erma Wagner both of Sardinia, Ruth King of New Richmond, and Jean Purdon of Ripley, ten grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, two brothers – James McGuire of Indianapolis, Indiana and Robert McGuire of North Carolina and two sisters – Evelyn Browning and Goldie Lonaker both of Falmouth, Ky. Services were held Friday, January 11, 2013. Interment was in the Confidence Cemetery in Georgetown. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Monuments Baptist Church, 2831 SR 222, Bethel, Ohio 45106. The Cahall Funeral Home, Georgetown, served the family.
Anthony Ray “Tony” Murray, 36 Anthony Ray “Tony” Murray, 36, Newport, Ky., and formerly of Bethel, passed away January 6, 2013. ‘Tony’ was the beloved son of Pearl and Homer Murray of Bethel, cherished brother of Sharon Martin (Paul) and Tammy Cook (Sam), devoted uncle of Autumn, Lauren, Ashton, Easton and Aaron. Services were held on Thursday, January 10, 2013. Interment was at Tate Township Cemetery. The E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, Bethel, served the family.
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ANTI CHRIST Do you remember the story of the Old Testament Passover? The last of the ten plagues God sent over Egypt was the death of the firstborn in every house which did not have the blood of a lamb over the door lintel and down the side posts of the door. We find this portion of the story in Exodus chapters 11-12 if you would want to refresh your memory. Exodus 12:23 states: “For the LORD will pass through to smite the Egyptians; and when he seeth the blood upon the lintel, and on the two side posts, the LORD will pass over the door, and will not suffer the destroyer to come in unto your houses to smite you.” Thus it was called the Passover. The feast which was associated with it was to be kept year after year to remind the people what God had done for them. It was at this yearly celebration that we find two men, one who will claim to be the Christ, and one that is the Christ. Look with me in Luke chapter 22: “Now the feast of unleavened bread drew nigh, which is called the Passover. And the chief priests and scribes sought how they might kill him; for they feared the people.” The “him” here is Jesus, the true Christ. It was He that the Priests and scribes sought to kill. Verse 3: “Then entered Satan into Judas surnamed Iscariot, being of the number of the twelve.” This is the second man. He is the only man in the entire Bible whom Satan himself entered into. In John 6:70 Jesus said: “...Have not I chosen you twelve, and one of you is a devil?” Judas Iscariot is the Antichrist, however, in the future, he will claim to be the Christ. You are probably saying: He is dead! I know, Jesus died too and Jesus resurrected. Did you know that one day every human being that has died, both the righteous and the unrighteous, will resurrect? They will not both be in the same resurrection nor will they have the same resurrected body, but they will both resurrect! Jesus Christ was the firstfruit of the resurrection of the righteous and Judas Iscariot will be the firstfruit of the unrighteous. In John 17:12 Jesus calls Judas the son of perdition. In Acts 1:25 Judas, after he died, went to his own place. Read Revelation 17:8, “...behold the beast that was, and is not, and yet is.” The
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Antichrist, the beast, assents out of the bottomless pit. In Isaiah 14:19 it states: “But thou art cast out of thy grave like an abominable branch, and as the raiment of those that are slain, thrust through with a sword, that go down to the stones of the pit; as a carcase trodden under feet.” Judas is referred to in Acts 1:16-20 and is the only one out of all the disciples to be mentioned in the Old Testament Psalms 41:9! Jesus resurrected 3 days after He was crucified. The dead in Christ will resurrect in the Rapture. The unrighteous will resurrect at the White Throne Judgment. Judas, being the firstfruit, will resurrect immediately upon commencement of the Great Tribulation period. Judas died on the same day that Jesus was crucified. Jesus said no man taketh my life but I lay it down of myself. Judas took his own life. Judas was one of two disciples who carried a sword. Acts 1:18 tells us he burst asunder in the midst, and all his bowels gushed out. Jesus was pierced in his side with a spear. Judas will come up out of the bottomless pit. Jesus will come down from heaven. There are a lot of similarities. The Jews will accept Judas as their Messiah for the first 3-1/2 years of the Tribulation. So yes, back in Luke 22 there was a false christ sitting at the table of the Passover. But the holy Son of God, the one and only true Christ, was also sitting at that table! According to II Thessalonians 2:3-12, the Antichrist can not come until we, the saints, are Raptured out of here! That is the falling away that verse 3 is talking about. It is similar to the term radiation “fallout” only gravity will no longer have it’s effect on our bodies and we will fall up to meet Christ in the air (I Thess. 4:13-18). That falling away in II Thess. is not apostasy! Apostasy has always been around!
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New 4-H PetPALS Project in Brown County The New Creations 4-H Club has scheduled a meeting at the Mt. Orab Library on Monday, January 28, 2013 from 6 - 7 p.m. for any 4-H member from any 4-H club in Brown County who has an interest in the PetPALS group project (230 GPM). The PetPALS project is all about using pets to interact with people in nursing homes and with disabilities (autism, DD, physical handicaps, etc.) in
a way that creates bonds between the youth and others through the animals and with the animal-assisted activities. More information about this project can be found at http://4hpetpals.osu.edu/ . Please contact Valerie Richey at valarie.richey@gmail.com or (937) 444-4385 to register your 4-H member for this meeting or if you have any questions.
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Ron Frebis was the winner of $212.50 in the December 50/50 Drawing of the St. Michael School 50/50 Club. The next drawing will be held on Sunday, January 13, 2013. Anyone may join the 50/50 Club and do so by paying dues monthly ($5), by the half year ($30) or full year which is $60. Checks should be made payable to St. Michael School and mailed to Mary Kaye Hel-
bling at P.O. Box 188, Ripley, OH. 45167. Beginning in February 2013, the drawings will be held on the first Sunday of every month, with that month’s drawing on February 3. St. Michael School welcomes new members at any time to this club and appreciates the support. For more information call (937) 392-4386 or (937) 392-0398.
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Ericksons celebrates 50th anniversary Eric and Barbara Erickson of Russellville celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Friday, December 28, 2012 with a quiet, romantic dinner at the Precinct Restaurant. Eric and Barbara were married December 28, 1962, at the Presbyterian Church in Russellville. They continue to stay active by volunteering for numerous church and community events. The couple has three children, a daughter Ingrid Rigdon and husband Tim, a daughter Kirsten Schweickart and husband Darin, and a son Eric Erickson. They have four granddaughters, Kris, Kelly, and Billie Kratzer and Emma Schweickart. An open house is being planned to celebrate their achievement. A notification will be published once arrangements are complete. The Brown County Press would like to congratulate Eric and Barbara on their 50th anniversary.
Marriage Churches Jimmy Dooley in concert Community friends, and neighbors as Buford seminar at offer Church invites you to come this is a must be there event join the excitement! We are of the new year on Saturkicking off 2013 with this day, January 19, 2013 at Mt. Nebo movie year’s first song fest. You 7 p.m. at the Buford ComDr. Gary Chapman’s “A Growing Marriage” will be offered at Mt. Nebo United Methodist Church. The five-week seminar will begin Sunday, January 20 at 6 p.m. The DVD sessions will provide practical tools to help couples grow the marriage for which they have always dreamed. The seminar will be held in Mt. Nebo’s Administration Building. There is no cost and each participant will receive a listening guide. Married, engaged couples and singles from the community are welcome to attend. Mt. Nebo is located at 11693 State Route 774 three miles north of Hamersville. Visit www.mtneboumcoh.com or call (937) 379-1225 for more information.
Church continues bimonthly singing Mt. Holly Christian Chapel, 2141 E Ohio Pike Amelia, OH will be sponsoring a Christian Country Gospel singing the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month at 7 p.m. They will be featuring great gospel music, refreshments/food and door prizes. The Christian Country gospel singing at Mt. Holly Christian Chapel is FREE. Call Dan Cook (513) 509-7312 or Kevin Cain (513) 602-4654 for more information.
screening St. Mary, St. Michael and St. george Social Action Commission will be taking part in a nationwide screening of ‘Sun Come Up’ on Monday, January 14, 2013 from 6:30 - 8:30 in the St. Michael Parish Hall located behind the church which is on the corner of Fourth Street and Market Street in Ripley. Chef Ken Stein will serve dinner based on food from Papua, New Guinea. A free-will donation will be accepted. To register please call the parish office at (937) 392-1116. For more information call Marilyn Fryer at (937) 378-4583 or mmmrf1989@frontier.com
will be blessed by the music ministry of Jimmy Dooley, providing the finest in gospel music for all ages. Enjoy his talents as well as our local favorites. Invite your family,
munity Church 813 Greenbush Road East in Buford, Ohio. For more information call our church secretary Jean at (937) 444-0689. All are welcome.
Mt. Orab Church holds free food pantry open dinner Smith House Food The Mt. Orab United Methodist Church will be holding their free monthly dinner on Saturday, January 19 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Come out and fellowship. The church is located at the corner of Elm Street and US 68 in Mt. Orab.
Pantry is open every Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m. - noon. It is located at 406 Smith Avenue, Mt. Orab behind the Mt. Orab Church of Christ. For more information you can call the Mt. Orab Church of Christ at (937) 444-2721.
Uniform FFA Alumni GEVS consignment sets early scrub sale at SWRMC auction set The Southwest Regional The Eastern Brown FFA Alumni would like to invite you to the third annual consignment auction. This will be held at Eastern High School on U.S 62 on Saturday January 19 at 10 a.m. Please see our ad on auctionzip.com at ID# 7367. Dates and times for dropping off consignments will be available during the week before the sale. For more information or to consign please contact us at ebffaalumni@gmail.com or by calling (937) 2132255 ask for Linda.
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The Georgetown Exempted Village Schools will be dismissed early on Friday, January 18, 2013. On this date the following dismissal schedule will apply: 1:27 p.m. - Georgetown Jr/Sr High School students dismissed; 2:10 p.m. - Elementary School walkers and car riders dismissed; 2:20 p.m. - Elementary School bus riders dismissed.
Medical Center Auxiliary will be sponsoring the Life Uniform Scrub Sale which will be held on January 17, 2013 from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. in the main hallway of the hospital. Life Uniform offers a huge selection of the latest styles in fashion tops, pants, jackets, shoes and accessories and other items at a reasonable price. Major credit card, personal checks and cash are welcome. Proceeds to benefit the Southwest Regional Center Auxiliary.
Ripley Federal Savings Bank is pleased to announce it will once again offer its’ annual scholarship award for the 20122013 school year. This scholarship is non-recurring and will be awarded in the amount of $500.00. All high school seniors in the counties of Adams, Brown, Clermont and Highland, who are planning to attend college and major in business, economics, finance or accounting,
and have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher, may apply for this award. Application forms are available at the Ripley office located at 1006 S. Second Street, Ripley, Ohio; the Georgetown office located at 200 E. State Street, Georgetown, Ohio, or from your high school guidance counselor. Applications must be postmarked no later than March 22, 2013.
Feesburg Worship holds building fundraiser Pastor Rick Cooper and the Feesburg Worship Center congregation will be holding their Building Fundraiser Kick Off on Saturday, January 12, 2013 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Feesburg Worship Center is located at 8651 State Route 505, Feesburg, Oh. Come out and join us for an evening of great singing, food, and fellowship. Admission is free.
All food sales go to the Feesburg Worship Center Building Fund. The menu will include chili, hot dogs, coney's, chips, candy bars, homemade loafs of banana and pumpkin bread, other desserts, coffee, hot chocolate, and soft drinks. For more information call (513) 479-6808 or (513) 724-1315 or email sonrlovell@aol.com .
Local success story Carmen Hartmen, Mt. Orab, pictured above in her before (left) and after (right) photos has lost 68 pounds, 44 inches of body size, reduced her medications by 14 prescriptions, all in less than 12 months. She feels great and invites you to join her in the next Weight Loss Challenge at Ideal Nutrition, Mt. Orab. For more information call Carmen at (937) 4440118 for details or to get registered.
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The Brown County Tea Party announces their next regular meeting will be held on Saturday, January 19, 2013 at 2 p.m. at the Public Library on US Route 68 in Mt. Orab. As we look toward the New Year, there are many concerns facing America and the Tea Party. Please join us as we discuss these issues and prepare for the challenging year ahead. We will also begin viewing the American Heritage videos by David Barton. Everyone is welcome. If you need more information, please contact Sandra Reeder at (937) 444-3673.
The Western Brown Touchdown Club is looking for crafters and vendors for their Annual Spring Craft Bazaar which will take place on Saturday, March 23, 2013. Spaces are 10’ x 10’ are $30.00 a piece if you reserve your spot by January 31, 2013. After January 31, the price goes back up to $35.00. For more information e-mail Cindy at cindymbrumfield@gmail.com, visit us on facebook at The Western Brown Touchdown Club, or call (513) 3055481 or Helen at (513) 260-3414.
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Nathan and Thelma (Petry) Poff, Ripley will be celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary with a reception January 19, 2013 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Ripley Methodist Church on Second Street. The Poffs were married January 21, 1943 in St. Louis, Missouri. Mrs. Poff is the former Thelma Petry, daughter of the late Clarence and Emma Petry of Maplewood, Ill. Mr. Poff is the son of the late Elza and Myrtie Poff of Poplar Plains, Ky. Nathan retired from the US Shoe plant and Thelma is a retired coordinator of the Title 1 Reading Program with Ripley-UnionLewis-Huntington Schools. Nathan served our country during World War II as a paratrooper. The couple are members of Ripley First Presbyterian Church and are the parents of a son, daughter, 2 nephews and a niece: Tim Poff, Denise Scheibly, Barry (Pat) Daulton, Barney (Mary) Daulton and Betty Jane McKenzie. They have 7 grandchildren: Amy Bilbeisi, Sarah Roman, Jonathan Scheibly, Hilary Ainsley, Shannon Knau, Barry Daulton, Jr. and Bryan Daulton. They also have 10 great-grandchildren: Silas and Molly Roman, Merin and Liam Scheibly, Marshall Ainsley, Kylie and Will Knau, Madelyn and Ethan Daulton, Amy Shaw, Trevor Bilbeisi, and Nick Etchegaray, plus 3 great-great grandchildren: Adrian and Drea Shaw, and Penelope Etchegaray. Friends and family are invited to celebrate this special occasion – bring your good wishes (no gifts please). The Brown County Press would like to congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Poff on their 70th wedding anniversary.
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Former State Rep. Danny Bubp (left) congratulates mike Polston (center) and Charity Bass (right) for their role in saving the lives of two Aberdeen Police Officers that were involved in a serious car accident last October.
‘Heroes’ honored in Aberdeen by council CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 onded and therefore could not be voted on. Following the appointment by Foxworthy, of council members to various committees for 2013, council went into executive session to discuss what Village Solicitor David Grimes termed “threatened litigation”. Eitel also made a motion to discuss “possible discipline of village employees” in the executive session, but was voted down. Eitel made the same motion again after council resumed regular session, and this time the motion passed.
Teenager threatens high school CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Coburn added that his officers have been patrolling the grounds of the school district at random times during the day as well as doing walkthroughs in the buildings. He also praised the district for working closely with his department to ensure the safety of the students.
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Luther F. "Buck" Waits, 90 Luther F. "Buck" Waits, 90, formerly of Greenbush, Oh., died Tuesday, January 8, 2013. Buck was born July 7, 1922 to the late Luther and Urah (nee Smith) Waits. He was also preceeded in death by a son Eddie Wisby, sisters Norma Farrow, Mildred Graves, and Wanita Kirk, a brother Amos Waits, brothers -inlaw Forrest Edmisten, Willie Graves, George Foreman,and sister-in-law Barbara Waits. He was the loving father of Richard Waits of Cincinnati, and Doug Waits of FL., dear grandfather of numerous grandchildren, caring brother of Willliam (Helen) Waits of Noctee, FL., Fred (Jean) Waits of Manchester, TN., Vada Edmisten of Geenbush, Stephen (Rose Nel) Waits of Ripley, Ted Waits of Mt. Orab, Nola Foreman of Mt. Orab and Sandra (Charles) Armstrong of Mt. Orab, dear brother-inlaw of Eleanor Waits of Georgetown, and Allen Kirk of West Union, also survives by numerous nieces and nephews. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII, was a member of the F&AM, and attended the Baptist church in Mt. Orab. Funeral services will be held 12 noon Saturday January 12, 2013 at the Megie Funeral Home 104 Spice Street, Mt. Orab, OH. where friends will be received from 11 a.m. until the time of service The Megie Funeral Home, Mt. Orab, served the family.
Council then went into the second executive session of the evening. When the regular meeting resumed, the meeting was adjourned. When asked about the second executive session,
Eitel said “It regarded possible discipline of a village employee. That’s all I can say.” When asked if any action was taken regarding the employee, Eitel responded “No action was taken.”
Man indicted on eight sex charges CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ing, a fourth degree misdemeanor. Elliott is accused of attempting to Extort Michael Strickland with the purpose of obtaining a valuable thing or benefit, as well as engaging in a pattern of conduct that led Strickland to believe that Elliott intended to cause him physical harm. Elliott is accused of committing the crimes in the month of December, 2012. Steven Hartman, 33 of Williamsburg, faces eight
theft related counts, including three counts of Burglary, a second degree felony. He also faces a fourth degree felony count of Grand Theft and four fifth degree felony counts of Theft from an Elderly Person or Disabled Adult. Hartman is accused of breaking into three separate homes with intent to steal between July and December of 2012. An indictment means that an individual has been charged with committing a crime. It is not a finding or admission of guilt.
Gluten-Free: What does that mean? BY Amy L. Habig, MPH, RD, LD Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences - OSU Adams/Brown/Highland Counties I have recently received a few questions about gluten-free diets and Celiac Disease, and wanted to clarify a few points. Celiac disease and gluten are inter-related. Celiac disease is a genetic disorder that affects both children and adults. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, about 1 in 133 people in the United States have Celiac Disease. In persons with Celiac disease, an autoimmune reaction results when foods that contain gluten are ingested. The gluten causes damage to the lining of the small intestine. This damage can prevent the absorption of nutrients in the intestines. The easiest way to think about what is happening in the small intestines is to hold out your hands and wiggle your fingers back and forth. This represents the movement of tiny hair-like projections called villi in the small intestine when there is no damage to the lining of the small intestine. To represent what happens in persons with Celiac disease when gluten is consumed, keep your fingers still. This represents the damage to the villi and the decreased absorption. As for gluten, it is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and possibly oats. As mentioned above, in persons with celiac disease, eating or
drinking anything containing gluten can cause an immune response that damages the lining of the intestinal tract. It also can cause pain in the abdominal area. A diet free of gluten is the best way to manage celiac disease and help prevent symptoms of the disease. Talk to your physician or a Registered Dietitian before starting a gluten-free diet, or if you would like more information about eating glutenfree. Always read the ingredient lists on food packages carefully to make sure the food does not contain gluten. And, great news! Some foods like fruits and vegetables are naturally gluten free. Pack a lot of fruits and vegetables into your diet to get many important nutrients! Some naturally gluten-free foods are: • Fruits and vegetables • Beef, poultry, and fish (not breaded or made with regular gravies) • Nuts • Eggs • Milk-based items • Potatoes, rice, corn, and beans. Eating at restaurants, work, school, and social gatherings can be challenging if you have Celiac Disease. Call the restaurant ahead of time and read food labels before buying or eating food to be sure it does not contain gluten. Some people who do not have Celiac disease like to consume glutenfree products because they feel these foods may be “healthier.” However, keep in mind that it is not necessarily “healthier” to consume a gluten-free diet if you do not have Celiac disease.
Ohio’s economy for the recovery that started in February 2010. “And when I look back on my four years as Governor, I am equally proud of those in the Strickland Administration who served the public with honor, integrity, and humility. We sought to make Ohio better. “My administration was about positioning Ohio as a leader in our rapidly changing economy and global world. We worked to rebuild our infrastructure with a special effort to make sure the national system for rail transportation included Ohio. We worked to ensure there were more Ohioans with affordable health care coverage. We significantly improved our national standing in public education, made sure it did not suffer from deep cuts during the economic crises, and worked to satisfy the Supreme Court’s ruling for equitable funding with a new formula that was less dependent on property
taxes. We enacted a comprehensive energy reform bill that helped to stabilize the energy market for consumers and business while creating a renewable portfolio standard that has positioned Ohio as a leader in advanced energy. And, we made college more affordable. Most significant for jobs, we were leaders in investments in alternatives sources of energy and went to bat for the automobile industry; working closely with President Obama on the rescue plan that has been so pivotal in Ohio’s economic recovery. “In short, I believe my Administration stood and spoke for the causes that count. “Frances and I will continue to be politically active private citizens. We will continue to stand with working men and women to build a stronger Ohio --and to defeat anti-worker and anti-middle class legislation that may arise.”
Creature Feature Senior pets need special care Senior pets are the best! You know them well, they know you even better, and they are worth their weight in gold for these reasons. They’re also worth special care to keep them well and happy for as long as possible. Appropriate health care can add years to the life of your pet as well as substantially decrease your cost of treating medical problems associated with aging. The age your dog hits senior status varies by breed and other factors. The checkups your dog needs change at this time of life. Since pets age faster than humans, it can be estimated that one physical examination for a pet is equivalent to one exam every five to seven years in humans. In later years, a comprehensive physical examination of your pet should be performed every six to twelve months, depending on any specific medical problems discovered. When you and your vet know what’s going on in the dog’s body, you can adjust things that often make a world of difference in how the dog feels and behaves. Many medical problems can be diagnosed through the use of diagnostic testing long before clinical signs of disease become evident. Your vet should perform an ECG and glaucoma screening urinalysis, thyroid screening, complete blood counts and blood chemistry screening for your senior pet. Blood values guide your veterinarian in making appropriate treatment choices for your pet’s individual situation. Drawing blood is simple for most pets and relatively inexpensive – a bargain for the value to your pet’s good health. Some inherited medical problems take their greatest tolls as dogs reach the senior years, especially if they have not been previously treated. Hypothyroidism undetected in younger years can cause serious problems in the geriatric dog, and hip dysplasia that may not have bothered the dog noticeably in younger years now may bring some bad days. Depending on the dog’s age and other factors, medication will likely help, and surgery may be an option. You can restructure the dog’s environment and daily routine to eliminate the need to walk on slick floors, jump up into vehicles or onto furniture, or climb a substantial number of steps. Senior dogs are prone to cancers, so have any lumps or other symptoms checked promptly. Skin growths are more common in senior pets. Early removal decreases pain, your costs, and chances of spreading. Many cancers can be cured if caught early. Sometimes treatment can provide a normal lifespan. Any way you look at it, you need to know as early in the course of the cancer as possible. Depression of the immune system occurs in
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older pets, making them more susceptible to common infectious diseases. Maintaining vaccinations is very important because of this potential for decreased resistance to disease. Senior pets should also be on flea, tick and heartworm prevention all year long. Since senior pets develop a partial loss of taste and smell, they become picky eaters, even with treats, which makes giving medicine in pill form more difficult. It helps when you’re trying to slip your dog a pill inside a treat to first give a treat or two without a hidden pill. Then, without hesitation, give the treat with the pill tucked inside, followed at the same brisk pace by a few more treats. Perhaps the most curable and preventable disease in older pets is dental disease. Dog’s teeth usually receive little, if any, preventive care and as a result are often very infected later in life. Once bacteria becomes attached to the teeth below the gums, it spreads throughout the body. Many respiratory, kidney, liver, and heart infections result from this bacteria. This is largely preventable with appropriate dental hygiene in the form of dental exams, routine use of dental hygiene products, and dental scaling/polishing. A proper diet must meet nutrient requirements for an older dog. I recommend that you choose a diet that is specifically balanced for the geriatric stage your dog is in. Feed the highest quality pet food you can afford and read labels carefully. Ideal diets for senior pets have less sodium and fat,
and more fiber than regular adult foods. Higher quality and premium foods are also more digestible. If a specific medical condition is diagnosed, a specific prescription diet may be best for your pet. Whatever you’re feeding your senior dog, make sure that you follow the feeding guidelines for less active pets. Extra pounds burden the heart, kidneys, muscles and joints, decreasing life expectancy 30-50 percent. It is much harder to get your dog to lose weight than to prevent the weight gain in the first place. After so many years of loyalty and support, your pet deserves the best care you and your vet can give them. Please bring your senior pet to a veterinarian if you observe any of the following: • Sustained, significant increase in urination or water consumption • Weight loss • Significant increase or decrease in appetite, or failure to eat for more than two days • Repeated vomiting or diarrhea • Difficulty in passing stool or urine • Elimination accidents in the house or general changes in bowel habits • Lameness that lasts more than three days, or lameness in more than one leg • Masses, open sores, or scabs on the skin that persist more than one week • Foul mouth odor or drooling that lasts more than two days • Increased size of the abdomen • Persistent coughing • Hair loss, especially if accompanied by scratching • Seizures (convulsions) • Reluctance or inability to chew dry food Dr. Dan Meakin is the owner of All Creatures Animal Hospital, 1894 Ohio Pike in Amelia. Call (513) 797-PETS.
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Former Governor Ted Strickland released the following statement last week: “Today, I am announcing my decision not to seek election as Governor of Ohio in 2014. “In many ways, this has been a very difficult decision. I look back fondly on my time as Ohio’s 68th Governor –and am proud of my Administration’s efforts to guide our state through the greatest national economic crisis since the Great Depression. With the help of my First Lady - Frances Strickland-- my dedicated and loyal Cabinet, and my incredibly hard-working Executive Staff, we held the ship steady. With the help of President Obama, who provided the funds necessary to keep Ohio and all of America from slipping into another Great Depression, we were able to preserve the social safety net, make important investments in education, and position
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 13 9-Week Course, Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University offered by the Mt. Nebo United Methodist Church from 6 to 7:30 p.m. began on Sunday December 6 and will run until Sunday, March 3. This course covers a nine week period of learning to use the financial resources as God instructs in His Holy Word. Led by Denny and Becky Wallace, the class is a time of learning, fun, sharing and snacks. For more information or to register, please call the church office at (937) 3791225. The church is located at 11693 St. Rt. 774 in Bethel.
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MONDAY, JANUARY 14 TOPS Chapter in Mt. Orab meets at 5:30 p.m. every Monday, including December 14 at the Mt. Orab Public Library, 613 S. High Street. Further information is available by calling Velvet Frye at (937) 444-7237. Jackson Township Trustees will meet in regular session ion at 8 p.m. in Ashridge on Monday, December 14. This meeting is open to the public. Brown County Board of Commissioners will meet at 9 a.m. Monday, January 14, at the commissioners office, 800 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown. The public is invited to attend.
family members, partners and friends of individuals with chemical imbalance/brain disorder/mental illness. Registration is required, please call 513-528-5500 or visit www.namicc.org. Higginsport Village Council will meet in regular session at 7 p.m. on Monday, December 14 and the public is encouraged to attend. TOPS Chapter in Sardinia meets at 6:30 p.m. every Monday, including December 14 at Sardinia Church of the Nazarene on Sardinia-Mowrystown Road. Further information is available by calling Regina Davidson at (937) 446-3714. Brown County Sugar Helpers Group will meet at 6:30 until 8 p.m. on Monday, January 14 at the Georgetown Methodist Church. The event includes guest speakers, educational material, diabetic recipes and more. Please come join us. Sardinia Village Council will meet for their regular meeting at 7 p.m. on Monday, January 14. This meeting is open to the public. Mt. Orab Lions Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, January 14 at the New Harmony Lodge, 110 South High Street. Meeting includes a meal. For more information contact Bob Richmond at (937) 444-4791.
Perry Township Trustees Meeting will be held at 7 p.m. in Fayetteville on Monday, December 14. The public is invited to attend this meeting.
Brown County Diabetes Coalition will meet on Monday January 14 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Georgetown Methodist Church. Different topics and discussion are offered at each meeting. For question call the Brown County Health Department at (937) 378-6892.
Buy-A-Brick project for the 9/11 Police, fire and EMS Memorial in Aberdeen, at a cost of $35 for a 4x8 brick with 3 lines of engraving or $75 for an 8x8 brick with 6 lines of engraving. For more information call (937) 795-2212.
TOPS Chapter in Ripley meets at 6:30 p.m. every Monday including December 8 at the Ripley Church of the Nazarene, 230 North Second Street. Further information is available by calling Kaye Nichols at (937) 377-2501.
Hamersville Village Council will meet in regular session at 7 p.m. on Monday, December 14. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 15 Alcoholics Anonymous in Sardinia meets from 11 a.m. until noon each Tuesday morning at the Sardinia Town Hall. Please enter the back door. For more information call (937) 444-3877.
Yoga Classes will be offered by Jane Amiot, on each Monday and Thursday from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m at the Hospice Center located on Hughes Blvd in Mt. Orab. For more information on this class please contact Amiot at (513) 535-7507. 12-Week NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program began on Monday, January 8 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and will run until Monday, 15, at the Anderson Senior Center, 7970 Beechmont Avenue in Cincinnati. Free for
Pleasant Township Trustees will meet at 7:30 in Georgetown on Tuesday, January 15. The public is invited and encouraged to attend this meeting. The Brown County Board of Educational Services annual organizational and regular monthly meeting will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 15. This meeting is open to the public.
Huntington Hotshots 4-H Club and Cloverbuds meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, January 15 at the Aberdeen Methodist Church basement. Regular meetings held second Tuesdays of each month beginning in February. For more information on this active club call Katie Doys at (937) 549-4197 or (937) 217-2664 or Lynn Kragler at (937) 549-2941. Zumba Classes will be offered by Snap Fitness on Tuesday, January 15 at 127 North Point Drive in Mt. Orab. These classes are for members of Snap Fitness as well as non-members. Please call (937) 444-5230 for more information. R-U-L-H Board of Education Meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 15. This meeting is open to the public. Washington Township Trustees will meet in regular session on Tuesday, January 15 at 7:30 p.m. at the firehouse. This 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. on Tuesday, January 15 at the center . Members of Snap Fitness as well as non-members are welcome. Please call (937) 4445230 for details and new hours. Eastern Local School Board of Education will meet in regular session at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 15. This meeting is open to the public. Phileo Ministries Clothing Ministry at Tri-County Baptist Church, 110 Winchester Street in Sardinia will be open to the public on Tuesday, January 15, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome. ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) Support Group will meet together from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, January 15 at the Western Brown High School Library. For more information on this group please contact Denise Holden at (937) 444-1343.
call Bobbi Wilson at (937) 446-4662. Brown County Public Library Personnel Committee will meet at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 16 in the meeting room at the Mary P. Shelton Library, 200 W. Grant Avenue in Georgetown. This meeting will be followed at 6:30 p.m. by the board’s regular meting. Book Club for Adults will meet at the Georgetown Library on Wednesday, January 16 at 1 p.m. The library is located at 200 W. Grant Street and may be contacted at (937) 378-3197. Brown County Board of Developmental Disabilities will hold an ethics committee meeting and regular scheduled board meeting on Wednesday, January 16 at 4:30 p.m. at the center office, 9116 Hamer Road in Georgetown. The public is invited to attend. 2013 Brown County Soil and Water Conservation District board meeting will be held at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, January 16 at the SWCD office located at 706 S. Main Street in Georgetown. For information please call (937) 378-4424. Book Club for Adults in Sardinia will meet at the Sardinia Library, 13309 Purdy Road on Wednesday, January 16 at 11 a.m. This meeting is open to everyone. The library may be contacted at (937) 446-1565. Brown County Board of Commissioners will meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday, January 16, 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, January 16 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. THURSDAY, JANUARY 17
Al-Anon Family Group Sessions will be held every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Mt. Orab Methodist Church on Church Street, off N. High Street. This group can provide support and information to families and individuals who know someone who suffers from substance abuse. For more information call Jean at (937) 444-3877. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16 TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter in Winchester, meets at 10 a.m. on Wednesdays at Winchester Church of Christ in Christian Union, 1540 Tri-County Highway, Winchester. Further information and holiday hours
Kick-boxing Classes will be offered on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. on January 17 at the Snap Fitness Center in Mt. Orab, 127 North Point Drive. These classes are open to members as well as non-members. For details call 4445230. Clark Township Trustees Meeting will be held at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 17 at the firehouse in Hamersville. The public is invited to attend this meeting. Belly Dancing Classes will be offered on each Monday and Thursday from
COURT NEWS Property Sales Howard and Rosemary Smith to Rosemary Smith, 1.08 acres of land in Clark Township, filed 12-272012 Robert Green etal to Robert Green, 2.66 acres of land in Clark Township, filed 12-27-2012 Charles E. and Carolyn A. Slater to Kristy M. Honeycutt, trustee, In-Lot 2770, In-Lot 2769, In-Lot 2799 and In-Lot2800 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Franklin Township, filed 12-27-2012 Jeffrey J. Brown and Joan A. Brant to Kristy M. Honeycutt, In-Lot 2770, In-Lot 3216, In-Lot 3107 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Franklin Township, and In-Lot 1422 in Lake Waynoka Sub., in Jackson Township, filed 12-27-2012, $1,500 Waynoka Development Corporation National of America to Judy Miller, In Lot 2393 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Franklin Township, filed 1231-2012 Jerry Harper etal to Geraldine R. Ripley, In-Lot 2401 and In-Lot 2402 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Franklin Township, filed 12-312012 Joshua Mcallister and Michelle Seaman to Christopher A. and Tabitha Staten, In-Lot 253 and InLot 243 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Franklin Township, filed 12-282012, $130,000 Timothy D. and Michele Gelter to James T. Brewer, 1 acre of land in Franklin Township, filed 12-312012, $3,550 Lvera A. Seipelt to Victor L. Seipelt Jr., trustee, 2.38 acres of land in Franklin Township, filed 1228-2012 Mike and Melissa Lawson to Aaron and Bethany Hall, 4.68 acres of land in Mt. Orab, Green Township, filed 12-28-2012 Carol Warlaumont and Marce Orphie, 48 acres of land and 4.68 acres of land in Mt. Orab, Green Township, and .40 acres of land in Mt. Orab in Pike Township, filed 1228-2012 Michelle and Charles Bradford to Jonathan Brack, Lot 12 in The Heritage Sub., Mt. Orab, Green Township, filed 12-28-2012, $110,500 Donald M. Foster to Tracie Inskeep, Out-Lot 15 in Huntington Township, filed 12-31-2012 Gregory A. Himes to Jeanie Combess, In-Lot 102 whole, In-Lot 103 W-1/2 and In-Lot 108 in Huntington Township, Aberdeen, Filed 12-28-2012, $8,500 Timothy D. and Melissa C. O’Farrell to Melissa C. O’Farrell, 31.74 acres of land in Jackson Township, filed 12-28-2012
John Graus to Jerry and Marianne Wyatt, In-Lot 3724 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Jackson Township, filed 12-27-2012, $500 Jeffrey W. Ratcliff etal and HSBC Bank USA to Jeff W. and Susan K. Ratcliff and Gregory Ratcliff and Jean Wray, In-Lot 1871 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Jackson Township, filed 12-28-2012 Donna W. Covert to Kitrina K. Covert, trustee 109.91 acres, 126.11 acres of land in Jefferson Township and 1 acre of land in Ripley, Union Township, filed 12-272012 State of Ohio to Jeffrey L. MClemore, In-Lot 682 in Lake Lorelei Sub., Perry Township, filed 12-31-2012 State of Ohio to Pamela A. Weber and William Stouffer, In Lot 360 in Lake Lorelei Sub., Perry Township, filed 12-31-2012 State of Ohio to Geraldine R. Ripley, In-Lot 658 in Lake Lorelei Sub., Perry Township, filed 12-312012 State of Ohio to Geraldine R. Ripley, In-Lot 659 in Lake Lorelei Sub., Perry Township, filed 12-312012 BSP Holding Trust to James T. Brewer, 1.53 acres of land (Lot 7) in Perry Township, filed 12-312012, $150 BSP Holding Trust to James T. Brewer, 1.53 acres of land (Lot 10) in Perry Township, filed 12-312012, $50 Southcombe Company to Jana Sizemore, trustee, 135.95 acres of land in Perry Township, filed 12-282012 Southcombe Inc. to Jennifer A. Harmon, 162.28 acres of land in Perry Township, filed 12-28-2012 Southcombe Inc. to Jennifer A. Harmon, 100 acres of land in Perry Township, filed 12-28-2012 Delores Wallace etal to Robert Scott and Erin Renee King, 110.84 acres of land in Pike Township, filed 12-28-2012, $369,000 Ollie J. and Iris Slone to Douglas Greiner, .85 acres of land in Pike Township, filed 12-28-2012, $30,000 Jon W. Graeter and George E. Hammon to Mark Miller, 122.79 acres and 4.44 acres of land in Pleasant Township, filed 12-272012, $55,000 Ring Real Estate to Douglas E. Loudon, 14.48 acres of land in Pleasant Township, filed 12-282012, $60,000 Francis M. and Rachel L. Miles to Ashley Reynolds and Travis Bonar, Lot 14 in Virginia Acres Estate, Georgetown, Pleasant Township, filed 12-28-2012, $88,000 Family Dollar Stores, Ohio to
Realty Income Properties 13, LLC, .83 acres of land in Georgetown, Pleasant Township, filed 12-272012, $1,088,716 Jeffrey and Dee Ann Edge to Christie Taylor, In-Lot 25 whole in Blair Sub., in Georgetown, Pleasant Township, filed 12-31-2012, $1,020 Mary Jo Bicknell to Christopher Eaton, 1 acre of land in Sterling Township, filed 12-28-2012, $15,230 Louis J. Peerless, trustee to Jerry C. Riddle and Michael Murtland, 113.41 acres and 55.37 acres of land in Sterling Township, filed 12-28-2012, $285,000 Kerman Family LMTD Partnership to Timothy P. and Linda M. Stegbauer, 91.70 acres of land in Sterling Township, filed 12-282012, $250,000 Debra J. Schwallie to Janet Garrison, trustee, 1.54 acres of land in Union Township, filed 12-282012 Debra J. Schwallie to Janet Garrison, 37.73 acres and 16.47 acres of land in Union Township, filed 12-28-2012, $108,380 State of Ohio to Daniel Maines, .94 acres of land in Union Township, filed 12-28-2012 John C. and Merry K. Rigg to James T. Brewer, Lot 71 in Eagle Landing Sub., Union Township, filed 12-31-2012, $3,100 Angela Isner to Melissa C. O’Farrell, .48 acres of land, filed 1228-2012, $108,000 David K. and Cheryl L. Harmes to David K and Cheryl L. Harmes trustee, 33.49 acres of land in Huntington Township, filed 1-22013 Cheryl L. and David K. Harmes Sr., to David K. and Cheryl L. Harmes, trustee, 5 acres, 8.11 acres, 1.89 acres and 5 acres of land in Huntington Township, filed 1-2-2013 Jeanne Klump to Michael and Beth Pinson, In-Lot 11 in Three Mile Creek Sub., Huntington Township, filed 1-2-2013 Graham H. and Phyllis Ruggles to Graham H. Ruggles, trustee, 1 acres of land in Huntington Park Sub., Aberdeen, filed 1-2-2013 Katherine Burson to David M. Burson, In-Lot 26 S-1/2 in Higginsport, Lewis Township, filed 1-22013 Sarah B. and Thomas R. Bloemker to Sarah B. and Thomas R. Bloemker, trustees, 9.50 acres of land in Perry Township, filed 1-22013 David J. and Suzan A. Crawford to Ryan Becht and Miranda Young, 9.42 acres of land in Scott Township, filed 1-2-2013
Marriages Stephanie Marie Shoemaker, 33, Mt. Orab, homemaker to marry Gordon Lee Perkins, 41, Mt. Orab, parts manager, filed 12-28-2012 Brittany Lee Franklin, 25, Ripley, homemaker to marry Jeremy Michael Fultz, 28, Ripley, USMC, Zachy, filed 1-2-2013 Courtni Leigh Evans, 26, Mt. Orab, housewife to marry Michael William Windham, 26, Mt. Orab, self employed, filed 12-27-2012 Kayla Jean Highfield, 20, Aberdeen, homemaker to marry Matthew Alan Disney, 31, Aberdeen, police officer, filed 12-28-2012
Probate Herbert Foreman, Mt. Orab, case #20131002, DOD 7-5-1996, filed 1-2-2012 James L. Jimison, Sardinia, case #20131003, DOD 10-23-2011, filed 1-2-2013 Alice E. McIntosh, case #20121231, DOD 5-2-2012, filed 12-28-2012 John R. Steele, Hamersville, case #20131001, DOD 9-20-2011, filed 1-2-2013
Common Pleas CIVIL CASES Valley Emergency Physicians versus Southwest Healthcare of Brown County, case #20121270, filed 12-28-2012, Action: other civil Lvnv Funding, LLC versus Cory Reynolds, case #20121271, filed 12-28-2012, Action: other civil Phh Mortgage Corporation versus Steven L. Watkins, case #20130001, filed 1-2-2013, Action: foreclosures Brown County Board of Health versus George Hall, case #20130002, filed 1-2-2013, Action: other civil Brown County Board of Heath versus Sara Smith, case #20130003, filed 1-2-2013, Action: other civil Beneficial Financial I Inc., versus Donna Gaskins, case #2013-0004, filed 1-2-2013, Action: foreclosures DOMESTIC CASES Corey Parker, Mt. Orab versus Katrina Parker, Bethel, case #20121269, filed 12-27-2012, Action: dissolution of marriage Teresa Franklin, Williamsburg versus James D. Combs, Pleasant Plain, case #20121272, filed 12-282012, Action: domestic violence
5:45 to 6:45 p.m at the Hospice Center located on Hughes Blvd in Mt. Orab. For more information on this class please contact Jane Amiot at (513) 535-7507. Fayette-Perry Schools Board of Education will meet in regular session at 6 p.m. on Thursday, January 17. The public in invited to attend. Franklin Township Trustees will meet in regular session ion at 7 p.m. on Thursday, January 17 in Arnheim. This meeting is open to the public. Legion Hall Bingo held each Thursday (including January 17 at 5 p.m. with the kitchen opening at 5:30 p.m. Ripoffs/Instants start selling at 6 p.m., the early bird bingo is at 7:15 and regular bingo begins at 7:30 p.m. Call Ed Fryman for more information at (937) 442-4704. Pike Township Board of Trustees will hold its organizational meeting Thursday, January 17, at 7 p.m., at the Pike Township Community Center located at 12700 SR 774. Yoga Classes will be offered at the Snap Fitness Center in Mt. Orab, 127 North Point Drive beginning at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, January 17. These classes are open to both members and non-members. Call (937) 4445230 for more information. Scott Township Trustees Meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 17 at New Hope and the public is invited to attend. Alcoholics Anonymous will meet 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, January 17, at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 220 S. High St., Mt. Orab. FRIDAY, JANUARY 18 Free Knitting and Crocheting Classes at the Rambler Center (old Russellville-Jefferson High School) in Russellville will be held 10 a.m.-noon Friday, January 18. 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) 543-3137. Mt. Holly Christian Chapel in Amelia will sponsor a Christian Country Gospel Singing on Friday, January 18, February 1 and February 15 at 7 p.m., featuring great gospel music, refreshments, food and door prizes. Call Dan Cook at (513) 509-7312 or Kevin Cain at (513) 602-4654 for more information. This event is free to the public. SATURDAY, JANUARY 19 Phileo Ministries Clothing Ministry at Tri-County Baptist Church, 110 Winchester Street in Sardinia will be open to the public on Tuesday, January 15, and also on Saturday, January 12 and 26 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Brown County Tea Party Meeting will be held on Saturday, January 19 at 2 p.m. at the Public Library on US Rt. 68 in Mt. Orab. Please join us as we discuss the many concerns facing America and the Tea Party. For more information contact Sandra Reeder at (937) 444-3673. 3rd Annual Consignment Auction, sponsored by the Eastern Brown FFA Alumni will be held on Saturday, January 19 at 10 a.m. at the Eastern High School. Please visit the ad at auctionzip.com ID# 7367. For more information or to consign, please send an email to ebffaalumni@gmail.com or by calling (937) 213-2255 and ask for Linda. Central Ohio Opry Classic Country and Bluegrass Show will open at 6 p.m. on Saturday, January 19 and Saturday, February 2 at the Clay Township Park (old Buford School). The show starts at 7 p.m. and runs until 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults, children under 12 are free. Concessions are available. Event includes door prizes and a 50/50 drawing. UPCOMING EVENTS Annual Equipment Consignment Auction, by Lewis Auctioneering will be held at the Clermont County Fairgrounds, 1000 Locust Street in Owensville, will be held on Saturday, January 26 beginning at 10 a.m. For more information call (513) 724-3903. Book Club for Adults in Mt. Orab will meet on Thursday, January 24 at 6 p.m. at the Mt. Orab Library, 613 South High Street. Contact the library at (937) 444-1414. Drama “Dead Musical Serious...About Life” will be performed at Western Brown High School in Mt. Orab on Saturday, January 26 and Sunday, January 27. Saturdays show begins at 6 p.m. and Sunday’s performance begins at 3 p.m. For more information visit www.mishinc.com or call 1-(800) 459-7268 or locally call Patty Gosche at (937) 371-8817 or Bob Cockrell at (937) 213-1058. No Cost Mammograms are being offered on Friday, January 25 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Brown County Health Department in cooperation with St. Elizabeth Hospital for anyone 3540 for baseline screening or over 40annual screening. To schedule an appointment call (937) 378-6892. Brown Metropolitan Housing Authority Meeting will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, January 24 at the ABCEOI Building located at 406 W. Plum Street, room 102 in Georgetown. Book Club for Adults in Mt. Orab
will meet at the Mt. Orab Library at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 29. The public is invited to join. The library is located at 613 South High Street and may be reached at (937) 4441414. Annual Spring Craft Bazaar, sponsored by the Western Brown Touchdown Club, is seeking crafters and vendors. Spaces are 10’ by 10’ and are only $30 a piece if reserved by January 31. After that date the cost will be $35 a piece. The bazaar is scheduled for March 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information email Cindy at cindymbrumfield@gmail.com or visit the school on facebook at The Western Brown Touchdown Club or call (513) 305-5481 or Helen at (513) 260-3414. 4th Annual SATH Soup-er Bowl Chili Cook-Off and Cake Walk will be held on Saturday, January 26 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Hillsboro Elementary School Cafeteria. Everyone is welcome to come and taste the chili and judge the winners. Votes are 25 cents per vote. All proceeds go to support Kamp Dovetail. For more information contact Jill Kelch at (937) 840-0216 or Linda Allen at (937) 393-1904, ext. 131. National Alliance on Mental Illness is offering a three-day class, NAMI Basics, on March 2, 9 and 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Beech Acres Children’s Center. For more information on this class contact NAMI Clermont County Office at (513) 528-5500 or visit www.nami-cc.rg. 2013 Dog License tags will be on sale through January 31, 2013 for only $12. All dogs three months of age or older must be licensed in Brown County. Tags purchased after this date will be $24. Kennel tags are $60. Call the Brown County Animal Shelter at (937) 378-3457 or the auditor’s office at (937) 378-6398. Russelleville Community Action Planners (RCAPS) will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, January 21, at the Rambler Center, 203 E. Main Street in Russellville. Everyone is invite to attend. For more information call Lucille Gelter at (937) 377-5224. 8th Annual Brown County Bridal Show will be held on Sunday, January 20, 2013 from 1 to 4 p.m. The show is free to brides and their families and friends. The trade show is made up of about 24 businesses and a fashion show runs from 3 to 4 p.m. Door prizes are given away at the completion of the fashion show. For more information please call (937) or visit 378-6830 www.crtourstravel.com/bridalshow. ONGOING EVENTS Southern Hills Tea Party meets each 4th Thursday of the month at the Ripley Library. The public is invited to attend. Helping Hands Please come shop with us any Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday from 9 a.m. until noon at 668 Camp Run Road in Georgetown. 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. Tuesday Community Bingo will be held every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Community Building in Country Place Apartments, located across from the Country Inn in Georgetown. Please bring a $1 gift and join in the fun. This is a free event. For more information contact Joy Gelter at (937) 483-4614. Crafting Classes will be offered 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. Adams-Brown Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program income guidelines have been increased to 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Anyone wishing to obtain further information or to schedule an appointment to discuss obtaining EHEAP services may contact the Adams Brown Community Action Program Office in Georgetown at (937) 378-6041 or 1-800-553-7393, Ext. 253 or 254. Walk-in hours are 8-11 a.m. daily at the ABCAP Office at 406 W. Plum St., Georgetown, and outreach is available for the very elderly or disabled. The Brown County Senior Citizens Council, located at 505 N. Main Street in Georgetown offers transportation for medical appointments, shopping area, nutrition sites and other service providers. It also offers homemaker assistance, Respite Care, Passport which offers alternatives to nursing home placement and caregiver support. To contact a representative, call (937) 378-6603 or toll free at (877) 259-8598.
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Warriors overcome pesky Indians for tough conference win BY Andrew Wyder The Brown County Press While they still may learning and growing into their varsity roles, the Eastern boys basketball team proved Tuesday night that they are a tough and resilient bunch. Battling a high-scoring Peebles team in a Southern Hills Athletic Conference showdown, the Warriors had multiple chances to wilt under the visiting Indians pressure and quick scoring bursts. But each and every time the Indians patented offensive attack cut their lead to single digits, the Warriors composed themselves and answered right back to increase their lead as they handed the Indians their first conference loss, 75-62. “We won. We didn’t play our best basketball but we played decent basketball,” Eastern coach Rob
Beucler said afterward. “We answered their run. We didn’t lay down.” For as well as the Warriors had done in slowing the Peebles explosive offense down in the first half, things didn’t get off to quite as good a start in the second half as the visitors started to cut into the lead. Much of the Indians damage was done by Beau Justice, who scored 16 of his 24 points in the first 5:22 of the third quarter. Justice hit three of his five 3-pointers in the quarter. By the time Justice had converted a three point play the hard way with 2:38 left in the quarter, the Indians had cut Eastern’s 13 point halftime lead to seven, 4740. “They shoot it quick. We didn’t find them a couple times,” Beucler said of the Indians. “It seemed like we started looking a little bit more where they were at
instead of just running our defense.” But with their lead shrinking and the Indians starting to find confidence with their shots, the Warriors, led by senior guard Chase Lawson, responded. Lawson found teammate Nathan Scott down court as he dribbled through the Indians pressure after Justice had cut it to seven with a layup to push the Eastern lead back to nine points. Then Lawson, who had a big night with a game-best 34 points, 15 rebounds and six assists, started to attack the basket vigorously. He attacked the basket on three straight trips in the final 1:37 of the third quarter and was fouled each time. He hit 5-6 free throws to help Eastern push its lead to 14, 54-40. And he continued to attack the basket as the final quarter got underway. He nearly singlehandedly
pushed the Eastern lead to 18, 62-44, with 5:30 left after he scored the final off his eight points to open the fourth quarter. “(I wanted to) make smarter plays. I know I wasn’t hitting shots early so I knew I had to get something,” Lawson said of attacking the basket. “I just happened to get to the free throw line a lot. They were fouling so I was lucky to get to the free throw line.” Four more Lawson points got the Eastern lead to 20, 66-46, with 4:17 left before the Indians started hitting shots again. Four straight Peebles 3pointers -- Peebles hit 11 of 17 ‘threes’ on the night -cut the Eastern lead to eight, 66-58, with 2:22 left. The 12-0 run happened in just 1:42 thanks to the Indians fast paced style of play. “We didn’t make smart CONTINUED ON PAGE 13
Second half rally helps Lady Jays nip Eastern BY Andrew Wyder The Brown County Press Things were going to have to change in a big way for the Ripley girls basketball in the second half of their matchup with Eastern on Monday night if they had any notion of picking up a victory. By the time the Southern Hills Athletic Conference, and county, rivals’ game reached halftime, the Lady Warriors were in control as their stellar defense and patient offensive approach had helped them build a 10 point lead. But that didn’t last long. Led by Niya Royal and a more focused defensive effort, the Lady Jays quickly erased their deficit and fought all the way back to take a one point lead heading into the fourth quarter. The Lady Warriors rallied midway through the fourth quarter to take a four point lead but the Lady Jays never wavered and competed the comeback on Jessica Garrison’s go-ahead 3-pointer with 55 seconds left to secure a 45-42 win. “I thought we played with some more intensity the second half,” Ripley coach Chris Coleman said afterward. “I thought defensively we were a lot better. First half we give up 28, I believe. We give up half that the second half.” The first two quarters was the perfect example of just how well Eastern coach John Burrows felt his team could play. The Lady Warriors kept the Lady Jays from finding much traction offensively, patiently ran their offense and hit open shots. A little over two minutes into the second half that seemed to be all gone. It was Royal who forced the change. The senior point guard disrupted the Eastern offense almost immediately by forcing one of the Lady Warriors six third quarter turnovers before
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Ripley’s Tori Boone prepares to go up for a layup as Eastern’s Tressie Lewis closes in on Monday night.
scoring the first six points of the half to cut the Lady Warriors lead to four, 2824, with 5:32 left in the third quarter. “We were running offenses the first half… then all the sudden, the second half, we tried to go one-onone too much,” Burrows said. “We’re not great individual players but we are pretty good when we play as a team.” With their lead quickly disappearing, the Lady Warriors momentarily slowed the Lady Jays when they went back to executing their offense. Maria Johnson, who scored a team-best 17 points, hit one of her five 3pointers on a designed out of bounds play to push the Eastern lead back to seven, 31-24. But Royal, again, had
the answer. She dribbled through the tight Eastern pressure defense to convert a layup to cut the lead to five. Three point baskets from teammates Brianna Payne and Garrison helped the Lady Jays take their first lead since the first minute of the game, 32-31, with 2:40 left in the third quarter. Then Royal, who dropped in a game-best 19 points, scored the final two of her 10 third quarter points on a baseline jumper that gave Ripley a 34-31 lead. “I think she set the tone on both ends, offensively and then pressuring the ball out front,” Coleman said of Royal. Tressie Lewis answered Royal right back with a
baseline jumper of her own on the next trip down to get the Lady Warriors within one, 34-33, as the final quarter got underway. But that Lewis basket was the final points scored for the next 4:58 as both teams suddenly went cold shooting the ball and had trouble holding on it, too. Finally, with 4:50 left, Molly Prine ended the long scoring drought when she stole the Lady Jays inbounds pass and was fouled. She hit one of two free throws to tie the game at 34. The play seemed to put some life back into the Lady Warriors as they scored the next four points, on a Johnson 3-pointer and Mikayla Purdy free throw, to take 38-34 lead with 4:02 left. The Lady Jays answered right back, however, when Haley Payne hit a 3-pointer to make it a one point game and set off a furious, up and down minute plus stretch that ended when Purdy hit a baseline jumper with 2:15 left to give Eastern a 42-39 lead. With her team struggling, Royal, again, made a play. She dove to the floor to steal the ball from Johnson and set up Garrison to get fouled on her breakaway layup attempt. Garrison hit one of two free throws to cut the Eastern lead to two, 42-40. Once Ripley got the ball back just seconds later, Coleman put the ball in his point guard’s hands. But Royal, when the defense surrounded her as she tried to drive, found an open Garrison on the right wing and her senior backcourt mate drilled the 3pointer to give the Lady Jays a 43-42 lead with 55 seconds left. “We were trying to get a back screen for Niya but they collapsed on it. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13
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Chase Lawson rises up for a jump shot during Eastern’s win over Peebles on Tuesday night.
Young Bronco wrestlers trying to put it all together BY Andrew Wyder The Brown County Press The group that Western Brown wrestling coach Wendel Donathan put out in a 43-27 loss to visiting Batavia last Thursday night was very young and inexperienced. While that may sound like an excuse for the setback, it really isn’t. Against a Bulldogs squad that sent out seven junior or seniors for the night’s nine matches, the Broncos responded with a group of three juniors (one of whom with little experience), five sophomores and a freshman. The young Broncos put forth the effort for the most part but they were simply outmanned by the Bulldogs experience and the absence of a few key wrestlers who Donathan kept out.
“Well, again it’s gonna boil down to, one, and it’s not an excuse, but we’ve got a lot of youth out there,” Donathan said. “Those guys are fielding quite a few seniors and some juniors and we’re putting some pups out there. “They’re battling but we have opportunities. The Christmas attendance got us. Flat out, no doubt, that if you don’t come to practice we can’t put them out there. You know, there’s three guys I had to pull out for, (and) it makes a difference. We win the dual with those (three) in.” The young wrestlers put into the lineup against the Bulldogs came up with varying levels of success matched up against a junior or a senior. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12
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Western Brown wrestler Nick Osborne picks up his Batavia opponent last Thursday night as he tries to complete a move.
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Softball has been a big part of Brittany Palmer’s life. The Western Brown senior began playing the game she loves from nearly the time she was able to walk and has never stopped. During that time Palmer honed her skills on the softball diamond playing for select traveling teams and for the Lady Broncos since her freshman year. All the work she has put in for nearly the past decade and a half was rewarded on Tuesday afternoon when Palmer signed her letter of intent to play softball at Georgetown College in Georgetown, Ky. “I started playing when I was three years old and started playing select when I was nine,” Palmer said after her signing ceremony at Western Brown High School. “Playing in college was something I always wanted to do.” Picking Georgetown was a pretty easy decision, so much so that she made the decision well before her senior softball season even began. Many things went into that decision. “It’s small and I like small schools,” Palmer explained. “They’re a good teaching school and I want to major in special educa-
Girls Basketball 1/14 Eastern vs Peebles Georgetown at Glen Este Ripley vs New Richmond 1/15 Western Brown vs Fayetteville 1/17 Western Brown at CNE Eastern at Fairfield Georgetown vs New Richmond Ripley at Lynchburg Fayetteville at North Adams Boys Basketball 1/14 Fayetteville vs Batavia
1/15 Georgetown vs Eastern Ripley vs Manchester 1/18 Western Brown at CNE Eastern at Manchester Fayetteville at West Union Ripley vs Whiteoak 1/19 Georgetown vs New Richmond Wrestling 1/16 Western Brown at Hamilton 1/19 Western Brown vs Hammer and Anvil Invitational at WBHS
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Western Brown senior Brittany Palmer signed to play softball at Georgetown College on Tuesday afternoon. Pictured first row, l-r: Heather Emery, mother; Brittany Palmer; Matt Emery, father. Pictured second row, l-r: Heather Cooper, Western Brown High School principal; Jimmy Reynolds, Palmer’s select softball coach; Thomas Thornton, Georgetown College softball coach; Blaine Wallace, Western Brown softball coach; and Tim Cook, Western Brown athletic director.
tion even though I’m not 100 percent decided on my major. “And it’s not home but it’s not far, far away.” The team, a National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) level program that competes in the Mid-South Conference and is a little over 100 miles south, has saw quite a bit of success under 11th-year head coach Thomas Thornton. has Georgetown amassed five straight winnings seasons, including
last year’s 31-15 team, and made an appearance in the NAIA National Tournament in 2009. Thornton was pleased to add Palmer to his program because of her versatility and knowledge of the game. “Brittany will fit well in our program,” Thornton said Tuesday. “She’s got the ability to play multiple positions. That’s what I look for in the players I recruit plus a knowledge of the game. When we had her down her for visit, we had
her play some positions she hadn’t played before and she did well.” Palmer, a two-time Southern Buckeye Conference-American Division All-League performer as mainly a shortstop for the Lady Broncos, knew she was going to attend Georgetown during that same visit. “I practiced with the softball team when I visited and I really clicked with them,” she said. “Ever since I visited there I knew I wanted to go there.”
WB Jr. High wrestlers off to strong start BY Andrew Wyder The Brown County Press The Western Brown Junior High wrestling team continued its strong start to the season last Thursday night with a 66-30 win over visiting Batavia. Pins from Mason Osborne, Jake Zinkhen, Noah Hill and Davey Stamper led the way for a young but experienced Bronco team that has done well for itself a month into the season. “Numbers have helped,” Western Brown Jr. High coach Aaron Chase said of the strong start. “(And) finishing and collecting pins when we’ve gotten opportunities.” Contributing to that strong start is that the Broncos have been able to lean on a group of five or six wrestlers to lead the way. The group has lost just a handful of matches combined so far this season. “I have three guys, I think, that are undefeated and one with one loss. So, yeah, I’ve got about six guys that are real reliable,” Chase said. That group has helped the Broncos not only perform well in duals, the win over Batavia improved them to 6-1 on the season, but in bigger tournaments. Just last Saturday, Jan. 5, the Broncos took part in the Franklin Junior High Tournament and came home with a second place finish.
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Patten earns yellow belt in Shotokan On Dec. 5, 2012, Madison Patton, Hamersville, tested and received her yellow belt weeks ahead of her scheduled time in Shotokan, a Japanese style of karate. She attends the Brown County Shotokan under Sensei Jim Oberschlake. Madison did very well and is looking forward in continuing her journey towards becoming a black belt.
WB wrestling: Drops dual to Batavia as learning continues
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The Western Brown Jr. High wrestling team traveled to Franklin last Saturday to compete in the Franklin Jr. High Tournament and finished second.
It is the first time the Broncos have ever placed in this tournament as a team. Centerville won the tournament with 215.5 points while the Broncos took home runner-up honors after racking up 167.5 points, which was 12 points better than third place Ross. Brandon Lucas led the way for the Broncos as he was champion of his weight class. Teammates Seth Taylor, Henderson, Austin Brooks, Jimmy Hollins and Stamper each finished second in their respective weight classes.
Also bringing home a top finish in their weight classes were Destiny Meyer, Jed Marlow and Opie Schwarber, who all finished in fourth place. Thought a majority of the roster is made up by seventh graders, the Broncos wrestling experience among their top wrestlers has been key. Many have come up through the program since Western Brown High School coach Wendel Donathan took over. “A lot of them are youth wrestlers,” Chase said. “A lot of them do the offseason
or freestyle and Greco club stuff.” Getting a chance to wrestle at the high school against Batavia, Chase said his team didn’t wrestle great but was plenty good enough to pick up the win as Marlow, Schwarber, Taylor, Lucas, Damion Hinkle and Hollins picked up wins. It was another example of how far the team has come in a short time. “We’re a little down tonight wrestling wise,” Chase said, “but we’ve gotten a lot better since our first match, for sure.”
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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Some, like sophomores Christian Erhardt and Noah McMullen as well as inexperienced junior Ryan Fulmer, struggled. Others, such as sophomores Nick Wells and Nick Osborne as well as freshman Zach Gagan, saw varying levels of success. Out of that group, however, the only one to pick up a win was Wells, who came up with a 9-4 decision win over Bulldog junior Sam Humbert. “Wells got a nice win. He needed that,” Donathan said. “He had been struggling.” Osborne and, particularly, Gagan each had chances to pull out wins but just made a mistake here or there that ended up costing them in the end. The freshman Gagan went head to head with Batavia junior Austin Neal in a match that went the entire three rounds. He got down 10-5 in the first round but kept battling to close the gap. Gagan got out of Neal’s grasp in the third round to cut his deficit to two, 12-10, but couldn’t get any closer in the final 1:40 of the match. His match was an indicator of the situation the Broncos face.
“(When) you wrestle a freshman at 170 versus a senior at 170, or a junior, who’s big (and) strong… it’s still a work in progress,” Donathan said. “It won’t matter until the end of the year, anyway, but we’ve got to find a way to get better. We’re not tough. That’s the problem.” Two wrestlers who did pick up easy victories were the Broncos two most experienced on the mats, juniors Blake Silvis and Kenon Bowling. Each notched victories in the first round of their respective matches by pin but Donathan wasn’t exactly happy with how each went down. He said “they did their own thing” in picking up the easy victories and Donathan still needs either that duo or someone else to step up and lead this young team, something he has looked for since the season began. “We’re learning at everything,” Donathan said. “(We still need) somebody to step up in the room, somebody to take charge of the room. It really hasn’t happened. We as a coaching staff are stilling trying to do that with them, teach them how to do that. And that’s important.”
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Brown County Holiday Tournament All-Tournament teams
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One player from each of the competing teams, and two from the champion, were selected as members of the All-Brown County Holiday Tournament team. Pictured above, l-r: D.J. Iles (Fayetteville), Jacob Miller (Georgetown), Nathan Scott and Chase Lawson (Eastern) and Cory Kuttler (Western Brown).
One player from each team, and two from the champion, were selected as members of the All-Brown County Holiday Tournament team. All-Tournament team members pictured above, l-r: Madison Pack (Georgetown), Kylie Garrett and Taylor Henry (Western Brown), Megan Eyre (Fayetteville) and Maria Johnson (Eastern).
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BY Andrew Wyder The Brown County Press At times last Saturday night against Western Brown the Ripley boys basketball team played pretty well. Enough so that the Blue Jays built a lead early in a back and forth first half and held it for much of the first two quarters. But late in the first half, after the Blue Jays had surged ahead to take a four point lead with about three and a half minutes left in the first half, that all changed. The Blue Jays suddenly lost the focus they had been playing with for most of the half and began to turn the ball over and the visiting Broncos made them pay. Western Brown ended the first half on an 11-0 run that pushed them back ahead on the scoreboard and helped them seize control as the third quarter got underway as they fended off a late Ripley rally for a 71-59 win. “You know, we’re good in spurts but… the other team we’ve got to keep their spurts shorter,” Ripley coach Marty Adams said afterward. “It’s just lack of focus and just, you know, (not) playing smart.” For much of the first half, the Blue Jays had responded to each Bronco run with one of their own. After getting down five points late in the first quarter, six quick points – four from Houston Brown -- in the final 1:18 of the first quarter helped the Blue Jays take a one point lead into the second quarter. They kept their momentum rolling as the second quarter got underway when Andrew Inskeep hit 3pointers on back-to-back possessions to answer Western Brown baskets and give the Blue Jays a 21-18 lead. A Jonathan Staggs steal and layup and a pair of Donte Bennett free throws helped Ripley take a 25-21 lead with 3:42 left in the first half. Then everything
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Ripley’s Donte Bennett looks to attack the basket during last Saturday night against Western Brown.
changed in an instant. Cory Kuttler’s baseline jumper began what would become the big end of half run before teammate Spencer Allen scored three straight points to help the Broncos retake the lead, 26-25, with 2:06 left. Transition baskets from Kuttler, Allen and Eli Fulton, all off Ripley turnovers and missed shots, capped the run and helped the Broncos take a seven point lead into halftime. “That’s it. When we start playing defense, our offense comes,” Western Brown coach Greg Foster said of the run. “If we don’t play defense, offensively we struggle. Our defense is what wins us games.” A Fulton 3-pointer a little less than a minute into the second half gave the Broncos a 10 point lead, 37-27, they would keep much of the quarter. The Broncos were able to build on the lead by continuing to force the Blue Jays into turnovers and into shots they couldn’t make all while getting out in transition and getting easy baskets. Kuttler scored the final
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Western Brown’s Akio Purdon shoots a jumper over Ripley’s Austin Whitt during the teams game last Saturday night.
seven Western Brown points of the third quarter, all off which were transition baskets, as the Broncos took a 12 point lead heading into the final quarter. Turnovers hindered the Blue Jays cause but so, too, was the fact they let the Broncos get out and run. “Absolutely,” Adams said to whether transition defense hurt his team. “You’ve gotta have that defensive transition rotation back and we’re not getting that. Last night we didn’t get it, tonight we didn’t get it. “It’s not like we’re crashing the boards (either)… We’ve got to rotate back. It comes down to either being lazy or not playing smart.” With defense and transition being their keys, the Broncos opened up as big as a 19 point lead to open the final quarter before the Blue Jays rallied. Five quick points from reserve B.J. McDowell cut the Western Brown lead to 11, 62-51, with 2:45 left before teammate Jalen Williams converted a lay in off a Staggs drive and dish to cut the deficit to nine. The Blue Jays would get it the lead down to eight twice in the final two minutes but could get no closer as the Broncos hit their free throws down their stretch to move above .500 for the first time this season. “We’ve been scoring a little bit better,” Foster said of his team’s turnaround from an 0-4 start. “If we can hit our shots (and) make our free throws as we’ve been doing of late, those close games we lost in the beginning, we would have won those if we had done that early.” Western Brown (6-5) 71 Kuttler 10 2 24, Fulton 8 3 20, Piatt 2 0 6, Allen 6 1 13, Bennett 0 3 3, Wood 0 2 2, Wallace 0 0 0, Haggerty 1 0 2, Purdon 0 1 1. Totals: 27 12 71. Ripley (5-5) 59 Bennett 3 3 9, Inskeep 5 0 12, Kirschner 3 4 10, Williams 2 1 5, Cluxton 0 1 1, Staggs 3 0 6, Stidham 0 0 0, Whitt 2 0 4, Brown 2 0 4, Harney 1 0 3, McDowell 2 1 5. Totals: 23 10 59. Halftime: WB 32-25. 3pointers: WB 5 (Kuttler 2, Fulton, Piatt 2); R 3 (Inskeep 2, Harney).
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had a couple of the younger players step up down the stretch, particularly Layne Pickerill, who fended off the Indians pressure bringing the ball up court and hit all four of his free throws in the final minute and a half. “The kids played pretty hard,” Beucler said. “They were able to compose themselves after they got it down to eight or nine.” Peebles (7-3, 5-1 SHAC) 62 McAdow 3 0 9, Justice 8 3 24, Arey 9 4 25,
Johnson 1 0 2, Ryan 0 0 0, Gray 1 0 2, Crothers 0 0 0. Totals: 22 7 62. Eastern (11-1, 4-0 SHAC) 75 Lawson 10 12 34, Scott 9 2 20, Burns 1 0 2, Prine 2 0 4, Pickerill 1 4 7, Stivers 3 0 8, Day 0 0 0, Bunch 0 0 0. Totals: 26 16 75. Halftime: E 35-22. 3pointers: P 11 (McAdow 3, Justice 5, Arey 3); E 5 (Lawson 2, Pickerill, Stivers 2).
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High school basketball roundup Girls basketball Western Brown picks up three hard earned wins The Lady Broncos opened the new year with a pair of hard fought victories after rolling past Batavia last Thursday night. Against Batavia in their first game of 2013 last Thursday night, the Lady Broncos used a balanced attack to pick up a 63-22 win. Ten different Lady Broncos scored in the win, led by Kylie Garrett’s 25 points. Delayne Seigla added 10 points and Ty Henry dished out six assists. “We did a good job of sharing the ball to find the open shooter,” Western Brown coach Kyle Fender said. Then, on Saturday night, the Lady Broncos (11-2) opened up a tough four game stretch with a 61-49 victory at Ripley. The Lady Broncos were down two, 27-25, at half before winning both the third and fourth quarters to pick up the win. “We amped up our defensive pressure and made some offensive adjustments in the second half,” Fender said. Garrett led the way with 19 points while Seigla and Mackaela Fischer added 10 points apiece. Finally, on Tuesday night, the Lady Broncos welcomed in a one loss North Adams team and found themselves in a battle. The Lady Devils height and length disrupted the Lady Broncos but Garrett hit 4-4 free throws down the stretch and Lindsey Harvey hit a go-ahead layup with eight seconds left to seal a 47-42 win. Fayetteville picks up a pair of conference wins The Lady Rockets
opened the new year with a pair of Southern Hills Athletic Conference wins. They traveled to Peebles last Thursday night and came back with a hard fought 61-51 win. “To go on the road a play a good Peebles team immediately following the holiday break is huge towards the SHAC title,” Fayetteville coach Toby Sheets said. Megan Eyre led the way for the Lady Rockets (12-1, 6-0 SHAC) with a seasonhigh 25 points, including 55 behind the three point line. Makayla Rosselot added 17 points and Carly Burroughs chipped with 15 points. The Lady Rockets hit 21-25 free throws in the win. They followed that up with a 96-25 win over Whiteoak on Monday night. The Lady Rockets had one of their best shooting nights of the season as they hit 52 percent of their shots and several Lady Rockets had big nights. Rosselot led the way with a season-high 35 points while Alex Carson chipped in 19 points and 12 assists. Emily Burroughs pulled down a career-high eight rebounds while freshman Samantha Murphy, who was moved up to varsity during the holiday break, scored her first varsity points. She scored 10 points. Georgetown pulls away from Bethel late in win The Lady G-Men found themselves in a battle with Bethel-Tate last Thursday night before pulling away in the second half for a 6652 win. A big reason for the Lady G-Men (11-1) victory was a big night at the free throw line. They hit 31-37 free throws on the night. “That was a difference in
the game,” Georgetown coach Bernie Cropper said of the free throw shooting. Jesse Kidwell led the way in the win with 25 points, including 15-17 at the free throw line. Megan Hatfield, who hit all six of her free throws, added 15 points. “We got inside a lot,” Cropper said. “Bethel zoned us and we were able to get inside.” Boys basketball Eastern gets past Fayetteville The Warriors opened the new year with a 59-46 win over county, and Southern Hills Athletic Conference, foe Fayetteville last Friday night. It was a close, back and forth game for much of the night before the Warriors began open up their lead in the third quarter. “It was one of those games where we put it together at the end,” Eastern coach Rob Beucler said. Chase Lawson led the way with 18 points. Ripley evens record The Blue Jays got their record back to .500, 5-5, with a come from behind 67-64 win at Williamsburg on Tuesday night. Coming off tough losses to Fairfield (77-59) and Western Brown, they got behind by seven points at half before storming back in the final two quarters. “(We played) a lot better than we have been playing,” Ripley coach Marty Adams said. “Teamwork was there.” Four Blue Jays reached double figures scoring with Andrew Inskeep leading the way with 16. Jalen Williams, Jonathan Staggs and Justin Cluxton each added 12 points. But it was their second half defensive effort that won them the game. “A real good defensive effort by everybody,” Adams said.
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“It is disappointing. That’s what I told the kids. I’m really, really disappointed in this one,” Burrows said. “We are getting better. I thought we were good enough to win this game.” On the other side, Coleman was happy to escape with the victory against Eastern with just six players as reserve Lydia Pfeffer missed the game due to illness. “On the road, against Eastern? For sure,” Coleman said. “I knew it was
gonna be tough. Everybody else was telling me all this and that. I knew better.” Ripley (9-5) 45 Royal 9 0 19, Garrison 3 1 10, Boone 3 0 6, B. Payne 1 2 5, H. Payne 2 0 5, Bowling 0 0 0. Totals: 18 3 45. Eastern (3-10) 42 Seigla 3 0 6, Johnson 6 0 17, Turner 1 0 3, Lewis 2 0 4, Prine 1 1 3, Purdy 3 1 7, Bornstein 1 0 2, Ruckel 0 0 0. Totals: 17 2 42. Halftime: E 28-18. 3pointers: R 6 (Royal, Garrison 3, B. Payne, H. Payne); E 6 (Johnson 5, Turner).
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Huskies finish runner-up at Nothin’ But Net Tournament The Huskies, a local third grade girls basketball team, recently finished second at the Holiday Hoopla Tournament in Cincinnati. The girls competed in the third/fourth grade division despite not having a fourth grader on the team and finished a very respectable runner-up. They lost to a North Adams team in the championship game. Team members pictured first row, l-r: Kayle Freeman, Olivia Fischer, Amiya Tull and Tatum Scanlon. Pictured back row, l-r: Isabelle Bullis, Karleigh Fisher, Cayla Enzweiler and Aaliyah Akers. The Huskies are coached by Richard Enzweiler and Steve Akers. Congratulations Huskies!
Eastern to host baseball and softball clinic Eastern’s annual baseball and softball clinic will be held on Jan. 20 in the Eastern Middle School gym. The clinic will be broken up into sessions, which will begin at 1:30 p.m. and run throughout the day, taught by specific instructors. Instructors to be at the clinic include Mo Sanford (who will work with baseball pitchers), Jason Basil (hitters), Mike Stefanski (catchers) and Chip Gregg (softball pitchers). Pitching and hitting sessions will each last one hour. The catching sessions will last two hours. For more information or to book a session, contact Jeff Johnson at (513) 310-0319.
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Insects may have gone dormant, seeds are covered in snow and water sources could possibly be frozen for our feathered friends in the winter. Supplying food that is high-energy, such as seeds and suet, will keep birds flocking to your backyard winter sanctuary. Corn, safflower, sunflower seeds, and thistle seed will keep a variety of birds coming to your feeding station. I also keep suet out all winter in wire mesh feeders, and shelled peanuts for the Blue Jays and woodpeckers. A bird seed block finishes out the buffet for my birds. The other day I noticed Miss Kitty running back and forth in front of the sliding glass doors leading out to the deck. I discovered that two little field mice have set up housekeeping under the seed block holder and were munching away with the birds! Experts also recommend a good bird bath containing a heater to keep water thawed. Colder temperatures make it harder for birds to find water sources. When creating a winter sanctuary for birds, the types of shrubbery you plant can provide shelter from predatory birds and the weather elements. Upright junipers, hemlock and boxwood are evergreen type shrubs that small birds can fly to for protection. Hawks and owls are smart and can
spot birds congregating in a feeding area. Place your feeders near dense foliage, so that birds can fly to the feeder and then to the shrub. Since we have a raccoon “problem” I don’t leave filled bird feeders hanging overnight. I have found that simply sprinkling black sunflower seeds along the deck railing provides enough food for my flock each day. The birds actually fuss at me as I am sprinkling the seeds and sometimes fly right up to me before I am finished! If you are considering a project for the summer, you might want to go to ohioline.osu.edu and look for the OSUE Fact Sheet, Native Landscaping for Birds, Bees, Butterflies, and Other Wildlife (W-132002). Readers learn that a wildlife-friendly landscape is composed of four essential items: 1) food, 2) water, 3) cover or shelter, and 4) a place to raise young. To provide the most beneficial habitat for birds, bees, and butterflies, native trees and shrubs should be emphasized. Why native species? Native plants are adapted to local conditions and, therefore require less maintenance (especially irrigation and fertilization). This Fact Sheet provides a large list of recommended native Ohio trees and shrubs you can plant to create a wildlife friendly backyard. Here are some fun facts about Ohio birds (ODNR Division of Wildlife): 1) 413 species have been
Mind control by viruses Can “germs” really control your mind and make you do things against your will? As scary as it sounds, they absolutely can. Today we’ll look at how insects are taken over by these powerful organisms. In Europe, the gypsy moth caterpillar is a caterpillar that is active at night and goes into hiding during the day. These caterpillars can become infected with a type of virus known as a baculovirus. A baculovirus is a type of virus that only infects invertebrates, especially insects. If a gypsy moth caterpillar is infected with this particular baculovirus, they have a condition known as Wipfelkrankheit. For those of you that don’t speak German this translates as “tree top disease”. Caterpillars that are infected do not hide when daylight comes, but instead they crawl to the tops of the trees. When an infected caterpillar reaches the upper leaves, its body begins to liquefy, almost as though it was melting. It drips down on the lower branches and the forest floor — each drip contains millions of viruses. With the help of the wind, these viruses can be spread across leaves where other gypsy moths will walk to lay their eggs and across the
HEALTH MATTERS TOM CALLAHAN, RPH forest floor to infect other caterpillars as they hide from birds during the day buried in the soil. Meanwhile, to the south, in the tropical forests there is a species of carpenter ants that can become infected with a parasitic fungus. Infected ants stumble about almost as though they were drunk even falling off leaves and tumbling to lower leaves until they are about 9 or 10 inches above the forest floor. Nine to ten inches above the forest floor is the perfect zone for this fungus with just the right temperature and humidity. When the sun is at its highest point in the sky, any infected ant will sink its mandibles (jaws) into the main vein of a leaf. The ant is then physically unable to release its jaws from the leaf and so it stays there, even after it dies. The fungus continues to grow in the ant’s body, and a day or two later it sprouts a stalk out of the ant’s head. From this stalk it drops spores onto the forest floor where other ants walking
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recorded in the state, 2) about 300 species occur annually, 3) three species that once occurred in Ohio are extinct: passenger pigeon, Carolina parakeet, and ivory-billed woodpecker, and 4) the smallest Ohio bird is the rubythroated hummingbird, which weighs in at 3 grams, or about the weight of a nickel. Want to learn more about roses? Be sure to attend the gardening seminar on January 17 at the Fincastle campus of Southern State Community College. Steve Boehme, owner of GoodSeed Nursery and Landscape, will speak in the library from 6 until 7:30 p.m. All seminars are free and open to the public. It’s still not too late to register for the Master Gardener Volunteer training classes beginning February 20 and ending May 22. Classes will be held on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The Adams County OSUE office is handling the registration for these classes and can be reached at (937) 544-2339. The cost is $150 and the deadline to register is February 11, 2013. We finally have enough snow for me to pull out the snow shoes. I have been tromping around the property checking for wildlife damage on my trees. I was amazed at all the deer tracks that went right past the front porch. I’m headed to the chair to browse through a new seed catalog. Are you making a list? And checking it twice?
In August 2012, a One Count indictment was filed against Russell Tolliver. The indictment charged Count One, Tampering with Evidence, a felony of the third degree, having a maximum penalty of 36 months in prison. Brown County Court of Common Pleas Judge, Scott T. Gusweiler, accepted a plea of guilty to an amended Count One, Tampering with Evidence, a felony of the fourth degree, having a maximum penalty of 18 months in prison. On January 8, Judge Gusweiler sentenced Mr. Tolliver to 180 days in the Brown County Detention Center, where he will have to successfully complete the Brown County Sheriff’s Office Drug Treatment
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Program, while serving 2 years of Community Control subject to the supervision of the Adult Probation Department. Tolliver was ordered to pay court costs plus the standard $30.00 per month probation fee.
on the forest floor will come in contact with them and become infected, thus perpetuating the cycle. Finally we travel back to the forests of Europe and America for another interesting story of the bird fluke. A fluke is a flat worm that reproduces in the intestinal tract of certain birds. The fluke’s eggs wind up in the bird droppings, and if an unlucky snail should happen to consume an infected bird’s dropping, the eggs hatch in the snail and begin to multiply. An infected snail will no longer avoid bright light, but instead is drawn toward it. This makes the snails easy pickings for the bird. Once inside the bird the fluke is able to complete its life cycle and reproduce laying eggs which will end up in the bird’s droppings again. All three of these are examples of an organism that forces another species to act differently in order to propagate itself. Next time we’ll look at how viruses and bacteria force human to do things against our will. Tom Callahan is a pharmacist, he lives in the Milford area. Any question or comments can be sent to TomHealthMatters@gmail. com. You can find archives of previous Health Matters at TomHealthMatters.blogspo t.com.
Weather spotter training The National Weather Service will be teaching Weather Spotter training for citizens, businesses, schools, 4-H, Boy/Girl Scouts, HAM radio operators and first responders. This will take place Thursday, February 21, 2013 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Southern Hills Career & Tech Center located at 9193 Hamer Road Georgetown. For reservations please call Brown County Emergency Management Agency at (937) 378-5100
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Uecker is Sworn-in as State Senator for the 14th District As part of the Opening Ceremonies of the 130th General Assembly, State Senator Joseph Uecker (R–Miami Township) was officially sworn in as the Senator for the 14th District. Prior to his election to the Senate, Uecker served 4 terms in the Ohio House of Representatives. “Ohio has certainly been no stranger to the economic difficulties that the nation and world have experienced over the past few years,” said Uecker. “However, I am proud of the work we have done in the Statehouse to get Ohio back on the right track and I am looking forward to continuing that momentum in the coming years.” During his time in the Ohio House of Representatives, Uecker served as the Chairman of the House Standing Committee on Commerce and Labor. Highly recognized for his public service, Senator Uecker has been given numerous honors including the Watchdog of the Treasury Award from the United Conservatives of Ohio, Cincinnati Moeller High School Distinguished Alumni Award, and the Friend of Agriculture award from the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation. “Over the past two years, we have renewed our commitment to making Ohio a business and jobs-friendly state by balancing an out-of-control budget, cutting taxes, and reducing regulations,” added Uecker. “With our unemployment rating more than two percent lower than it was two years ago, I’m glad to say that our work in the Statehouse is moving the state in the right direction for Ohio’s workers.” Senator Uecker resides in Miami Township, Clermont County with his wife. Together, the Ueckers have four children and four grandchildren
Wenstrup takes office in DC Dr. Brad Wenstrup took the oath of office for the 113th Congress, officially beginning his congressional service to Southern and Southwestern Ohio. “I’m both honored and humbled by the privilege of representing my community in Congress,” Dr. Wenstrup stated. “I’ll work hard every day to serve the people of Southern and Southwestern Ohio, to reduce government spending and to keep taxes low for Ohio families.” “My top priority will be helping to create a climate for job and economic growth,” said Wenstrup. “As a small business owner and a doctor, I know firsthand that getting the government out of the way, and allowing our businesses to invest, grow, and succeed, is the best way to create long-term job growth.” “In addition, as a proud officer in the U.S. Army Reserve, I look forward to
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the opportunity to serve our military men and women, our veterans, and their families as a member of the House Armed Services and Veterans Affairs Committees. I’ll work hard to ensure that our men and women in uniform, and their families, have the
support they need to keep our nation free and secure.” Ohio’s new 2nd Congressional District includes parts of Hamilton, Ross, and Scioto counties, and all of Clermont, Brown, Highland, Adams, and Pike. For the 113th Congress, Brad has been selected to serve on the House Armed Services Committee and the Committee on Veteran’s Affairs. He and his wife Monica will continue to reside in Cincinnati. NOTE: Telephone and Internet service are not immediately available to Congressman Wenstrup’s local district offices. More information on these communicating with the local offices will be forthcoming soon. In the meantime, constituents in need of assistance or who have questions or comments are invited to contact the Washington, D.C., office at (202) 225-3164, or by at email www.wenstrup.house.gov.
4-H Club Stein Hospice offers set to meet, free elderlaw seminar A presentation about give the presentation. The welcomes estate taxes, nursing home event is sponsored by planning and other issues Stein Hospice, which proof interest to senior citi- vides hospice services to new members zens will be held Thurs- residents of Brown The Georgetown Happy Hustlers 4-H Club will be conducting meetings on Monday, February 11 and Monday, February 25 both at 7 p.m. The meetings will take place at Southern Hills Career Technical Center in Georgetown. We will be accepting new members at both of these meetings. 4-H is a non-formal educational, youth development program offered to individuals age 5 and in Kindergarten to age 18 as of January 1. There are a variety of projects suited to your child’s interests. You may call the County Extension office for more information regarding 4-H at (937) 378-6716 or contact Tosha Newberry for information about Georgetown Happy Hustlers at (937) 690-6102.
Metropolitan Housing Authority set to meet A regular meeting of the Brown Metropolitan Housing Authority will be held on Thursday, January 24, 2013 at 1 p.m. The meeting will be held at the ABCEOI building located at 406 W. Plum Street, Room 102, Georgetown, Oh.
day, Feb. 7, 2013 at the Ohio Veterans Home in Georgetown. The seminar will be held in the Chapel from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. A lawyer from Cooper, Adel & Associates will
County and the surrounding counties and Veterans at the Ohio Veterans Home in Georgetown. To reserve a spot, contact Denise Emerson, Stein Hospice social worker, (937) 378-2900, ext. 2766 by February 1, 2013.
S.A.T.H. to hold Chili Cookoff and Cake Walk S.A.T.H. (Supplementary Assistance to the Handicapped) is hosting their 4th annual ‘Souper Bowl’ Chili Cook-off and Cake Walk on Saturday, January 26, 2013 from 5 8 p.m. at the Hillsboro Elementary School Cafeteria. All are invited to taste and judge the winners with 25¢ per vote. In addition to the chili tasting their will be face painting, games, cake walk, raffles and food to buy. The menu will include chicken and noodles, hotdogs, peanut butter and jelly and lots more goodies. All proceeds go to support S.A.T.H. and Kamp Dovetail. Prizes for chili winners are 1st lace - $100.00, 2nd place $50.00 and 3rd place $25.00. All contestants should bring 6 quarts of chili to be judged, along with a $15.00 entry fee.
To enter call Jill Kelch at (937) 840-0216 or Linda Allen at (937) 3931904 ext. 131.
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HELP WANTED Brown County Senior Citizens Council is currently accepting applications for IMMEDIATE JOB OPENINGS for Direct Care Staff to oversee daily activities of our clients in Supported Living Homes.
CARE GIVERS FT/PT 2nd/3rd Shifts No prior experience needed to work in our 8-client family home in Milford/Goshen area. You’ll help teach our developmentally disabled clients daily living skills. Our orientation is paid & our comprehensive training includes FA/CPR. With a HS diploma/GED; clean background check & acceptable driving record, you could be working immediately.
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200 - HELP WANTED BONUS $500 Sign on bonus Class A CDL with experience. Regional position, tanker endorsement a plus, not required. Percentage Pay, Company match Simple IRA, Vacation & Holiday Pay. Call 513-724-7140.
CNA’S NEEDED to touch the heart of those in need, in the coming seasons of giving, and all year round! We offer 12 hour shift. Call or stop by to fill out an application. 937-378-3727. DRIVERS: HOME Weekends. Pay up to .40 cpm. Chromed out trucks w/APU’s. 70% Drop & Hook. CDL-A, 6mos Exp. 877-704-3773 or apply@Smithdrivers.com
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300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED DIRECT CARE PERSONNEL 2nd & 3rd SHIFT Full Time Positions To Assist Persons with Developmental Disabilities in Daily Living Skills, Community Activities, Social Skills Work Skills & Health/Safety Skills in a group home environment. H.S. Diploma or G.E.D. required Excellent hourly rate & health care benefits.
APPLY IN PERSON AT: 4073 Tollgate Road Batavia, Ohio Office hours: M-F 9:00am-3:00pm www.residentialconcepts.org 513-724-0094
HEALTHSOURCE OF OHIO Medical Assistant/Receptionist Goshen/Hillsboro High School Graduate or Equivalent Completion of a Medical Assistant Program required Certification or Registry preferred We offer an excellent benefit package Apply online by visiting our website at: www.healthsourceofohio.com Email resumes to: resumes@healthsourceofohio.com M/F/D/V Equal Opportunity Employer
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DRIVERS: START up to $.40/mi. Home Weekly. CDL-A 6 mos. OTR exp. Req. Equipment you’ll be proud to drive! 888-406-9046. HELP WANTED: Wanted 20 people to lose weight and fell better in 2013. Free Personal Wellness Coaching, Free Wellness Evaluations. Join our 12-week Weight Loss Challenge. Winners earn CASH. Contact Ideal Nutrition, Sue @937-515-8488.
200 - HELP WANTED LOCAL AMBULANCE company looking for certified EMTs, Intermediate, & Paramedics. Please call 937-379-1404. LOOKING FOR a mature Cosmetologist w/experience, Esthetician & Massage Therapist at The Ultimate Salon in Georgetown, Ohio. Please apply in person.
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937-444-0820 PART-TIME MEDICAL front desk help wanted, immediate opening for reliable, energetic person. Fax resume to 513-745-0779.
RIPLEY FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK, a locally managed financial Institution, is looking for an experienced loan officer. Please send any inquiries, resumes to P.O. Box 220, Ripley, OH, 45167. Or apply on line at ur web page Ripleyfederal.com under the Career Opportunities tab, apply@ripleyfederal.com. No telephone calls, please.
Openings include 2nd and 3rd shift. All applicants must have High School Diploma or GED, valid Ohio Driver’s License, insurable under agency fleet, vehicle insurance, Medication Administration and be in good health. Apply in person at:
Brown County Senior Citizens Council 505 North Main Street Georgetown, Ohio Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm Equal Opportunity Employer
200 - HELP WANTED PINE RIDGE Pine Village Residential Homes Inc. is now hiring for full & part-time employment. Weekends to be expected. Direct care aides needed for individuals w/developmental disabilities in a residential setting. Must have a valid driver’s license, clean background check & a high school diploma/GED. No experience necessary, will train. Starting pay @ 10.50/per hour, with raise upon completion of 90 day probation. Paid training. Apply in person @ 146 North Third St., Williamsburg, Ohio 45176.
203 - SITUATIONS WANTED MT. ORAB ROOMMATE WANTED - Furnished bedroom with a TV & cable access, furnished kitchen, share bathroom, outside patio area. Background check required. Outside smoking only. $75.00 weekly and half the monthly electric. Call 513-2834435 after 6pm Mon.Fri., anytime on weekends.
300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED 1 & 2BR APARTMENTS, Williamsburg, all utilities included except electric. Ask about 1br specials. 513-724-7802.
2BR, 1BA nice duplex apt. w/garage in Mt. Orab, $600/mo. Call Ann 513-265-4165.
300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED 3BR, 1.5BA, with washer/dryer hook-up & central air located on Main St., Williamsburg, $625 month plus deposit, 513-724-7802.
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments in the Markley Square Apartments. Apply at: 610 Markley Ave. Georgetown, Ohio 45121 Or call 937-378-6460 Stove, refrigerator & on-site laundry. Rent is based on income Equal Housing Opportunity TDD# 419-526-0466 “This institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider, and Employer”
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for 1, 2 & 3br, Equal Opportunity Housing, apply at Forest Glade Apartments, 9001 Airport Rd., Georgetown, OH, 937-378-4565.
BATAVIA - 2br, 1ba, $510/mo plus deposit. 513-561-4014. BATAVIA NICE clean 1br apt. with patio, FREE HEAT, $495 month, plus deposit, No Pets. 513-732-0532.
300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED EFFICIENCY & 1BR Concord Square Apartments, Nice size, A/C, heat, lots of storage, single story. Call 513-724-3951.
FELICITY GARRISON PLACE SENIOR APARTMENTS 62 & OVER Rent Subsidized Free Utilities Secure Bldg. On-site laundry Pets allowed
513-876-3590 TTY 800-750-0750
FOR RENT: Large 2-story townhouse apartment. 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom. Recently remodeled. Living room, full kitchen with stove & refrigerator, washer/dryer hookups, central heat and air. Located in Mowrystown, $450 per month; $450 deposit. No Pets. No Smoking. Call 937-205-5256.
GEORGETOWN, STOVE, refrigerator, water included, no pets, $350 month, pay your own electric. Call 937-379-1351 or 513-767-5888.
WINTER SPECIAL! FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY, NO DEPOSIT! Located on the edge of Georgetown, OH. Quiet country setting but close to shopping and hospital. $560/month for a 2-bedroom, one bath townhouse apartment with walk-in master closet, central air, range, refrigerator, dishwasher and garbage disposal included. Utilities not included. Security deposit of $560 is waived during this limited time offer. First month rent only required upon lease signing. To view contact 513-253-8170. Cambridge Dr. at Old 68.
DRIVERS NEEDED Tanker Endorsement Needed 2 Years Experience Class A CDL Local Hauling Home Every Night Call TCB Trucking 513-309-7559 300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED LET US HELP YOU RING IN THE NEW YEAR with a new apartment at Georgetown I Apartments Accepting applications for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments at: Georgetown Apartments 401 Marshall Ave. Georgetown, Ohio 45121 Apply at: 610 Markley Ave. Georgetown, OH 45121 Or call for details at: 937-378-6460 Stove, Refrigerator, and on-site Laundry Possibility of Rental Assistance Equal Housing Opportunity TDD # 419-526-0466 “This institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider, and Employer”
LYTLE TRACE Senior Apartments. 62 & over, rent subsidized, secure building, free utilities, on-site laundry, pets allowed. Call 513-724-3358. TTY 800-750-0750.
300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED LOCATED ON the edge of Mt. Orab, OH. Quiet country setting but close to town. $850/mo for a 3br, 2ba duplex ranch apartment with walk-in master closet, central air, range, refrigerator, dishwasher, garbage disposal and large yard included. Utilities not included. Security deposit of $850. First month rent & security deposit is required upon signing of lease. One year lease required. To view contact 513-253-8170.
MT. ORAB Candlelight Apartments 1 & 2br Townhouses Start at $465 - $565 With discount. Visit our website: briarcreekproperties.com
or call 513-532-5291 or 937-515-3092 Ask about our student, senior & other discounts
MT. ORAB, 2br, 1.5ba townhouse, Mill St. equipped kitchen, 1/yr. lease, $470 plus utilities, $470/deposit, no pets, good credit, reference check required. January vacancies, 937-442-3275.
TWO BEDROOM apartment in Ripley, unfurnished. References required. $350 month plus utilities, $450 deposit. 937-392-1204, leave message.
NOW ACCEPTING applications at Lillian Rose Garden Apartments 679 S. Main Street Georgetown, Ohio 45121 937-378-1511 Designated for 62 years of age or older, handicap/disabled regardless of age. One-bedroom apartments with appliances furnished. On-site laundry facility. Call for details or pick up an application at the rental office. First month rent is free with paid security deposit. Possibility of rental assistance. TDD #419-526-0466 “This is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”
EffiSARDINIA ciency, $350., some utiliAlso, 2br ties paid. House $500, 3-4br house $600, no dogs, no smoking. 513-309-4349 or 513-309-4319.
303 - HOUSES FOR RENT 2BR RANCH house in quiet town of Felicity, newly remodeled with hardwood floors, close to stores, $550/mo + utilities, good credit history, deposit required, 513-532-7560. 3BR HOUSE near Mt. Orab, $625 monthly rent. Security Deposit & references required. No Pets. Call Jami at 937-444-0334. BEAUTIFUL! ON SR 774 - Lake Grant. Three bedrooms, walk in closets, two full baths. Living room, fireplace, washer & dryer hookup, large kitchen, gas heating, CA. Nonsmoking environment, no pets, $750 per month, 513-503-8744. MT. ORAB, 3br plus den, 1 ba, central A/C, attached garage, $700 month plus utilities & deposit. 513-253-4747. NEW CONSTRUCTION 4 bedroom for rent. Mt. Orab, 2 bath, 2-car garage, appliances, 1 year lease, no pets. Please call 937-213-1548. NICE 2BR ranch home in Amelia, conveniently located close to stores, pharmacy, churches, one car attached garage, $635/mo + utilities, good credit history, deposit required, 513-532-7560.
307 - MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT 2BR, 1-ACRE, large eat-in kitchen, very nice & clean, garage, no pets, good credit, $500/mo. plus deposit. 937-444-3701.
310 - WANTED TO RENT WANTED Farm ground to rent for 2013 season & beyond. Call Jeff at 937-213-3909.
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FARM WITH nice 1.5 story older home w/basement, 3 car detached garage, barns & 20 rolling acres with large rock lined creek and woods, great for hunting or farming, more or less acreage available, Bethel New Hope Rd., 1 mi. from Clermont County line, Western Brown but close enough for Bethel. Asking $215,000 513-734-6349 or 937-444-6925 Dan (May also sell for less with fewer acres)
403 - MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE 1991 14’X68’ Fleming mobile home, 3 bedroom, 2-bath, good condition. Home must be moved within 90 days. 513-505-9534. NICE 2 bedroom mobile home, all electric, includes stove & fridge. Must move home. Asking $6000.00. 937-378-6827.
405 - LOTS & ACREAGE BEAUTIFUL 50ACRES W/large rock lined creek & woods, great for hunting or farming. More or less acreage available. Bethel New Hope Rd. 1-mile from Clermont County line, Western Brown but close enough for Bethel.
Asking $199,500 Dan 513-734-6349 or 937-444-6925 (Smaller parcels also available)
FOR SALE Firewood, sold by State Regulations, u-pick up or we deliver. For fast friendly service call Cox Firewood at: 937-378-4309 No answer, leave message or call 937-515-5829 Located 3600 SR 125 Georgetown, OH State & County Voucher welcome Credit Cards Accepted
611 - WANTED TO BUY TOP DOLLAR PAID!! Cash for furniture, antiques, appliances, tools, fishing, jewelry, gold, silver, records, DVD’s, games, sports, pocket knives, more! ALMOST ANYTHING! 937-378-1819 or 937-378-2850
613 - PETS AND SUPPLIES SHEPHERD/ROTT mix puppies - free to good home, 937-695-0741. Ask for Steve or Brandy.
615 - MISC. FOR SALE BEAUTIFUL WHITE Maggie Sottero wedding gown, size 8, never worn, $800 OBO Also, Chapel length veil never worn, $75 OBO For more information call:
937-515-2692 FOR SALE - Oak round glass curio cabinet, 40”x80,” loads from the sides, lights-up; 2 teal color chairs, swivel-rockers; 7pc bedroom suite, full or queen; white sewing machine w/4 drawer cabinet; Kasoon pool table, 1” slate w/rack & cover, used 2 times. All MDSE is like new. Call 937-515-6862.
701 - LOST AND FOUND LOST DOG - Male Peekapoo, family pet answers to “Tie-Tie.” Lost on Wednesday, Jan. 8 in the morning. Please call 937-444-5101.
DON DECLAIRE REAL ESTATE NEW LISTING - WESTERN BROWN SCHOOLS - 3 BR., 2 BATH, MFG HOME ON 1.77 ACRES. MASTER BATH WITH GARDEN TUB. LARGE FAMILY ROOM, KITCHEN COMBO. ASKING $114,900. NEW LISTING FAYETTVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT - CONVENIENTLY LOCATED NEAR INTERSECTION OF SR 50 & SR 68. 1 STORY BRICK RANCH ON TOWN LOT. 3 BR., 1 BATH. ASKING $64,900. GEORGETOWN - COVERED LOG CABIN - UPDATED ON 16+ACRES, DEEP WATER W/CREEK ACCESS. BEAUTIFUL SETTING, MINI FARM, EXCELLENT FOR HUNTING & RECREATION. ALSO HAS MOBILE HOME W/SEPTIC TANK. GREAT RENTAL. CALL ROGER COURTS. ASKING $118,900.
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NEW LISTING - GEORGETOWN - BEAUTIFUL BRICK HOME ON SMALL TOWN LOT. FULL BASEMENT, QUIET COMMUNITY CLOSE TO LOCAL LIBRARY AND BUSINESS DISTRICT. ASKING $76,900. CALL DAN JR. NEW LISTING - SARDINIA- DOUBLE TOWN LOT WITH 2 MOBILE HOME HOOKUPS. OLDER MOBILE HOME IN NEED OF REPAIRS. IDEAL TO LIVE IN ONE AND RENT ONE PAD. POSSIBLE FINANCING AVAILABLE. ALSO POSSIBLE PAD FOR RENT. ASKING $21,500. NEW LISTING - REDUCED PRICE - WINCHESTER3BR, 1-1/2 BATH, VERY CLEAN STARTER HOME OR RETIREMENT HOME. CITY WATER & SEWER. 16X12 FLORIDA ROOM ADDITION. EXTRA LARGE HOT WATER HEATER, ELECTRIC BASEBOARD HEAT W/CENTRAL AIR. 32X24 DETACHED 2 CAR GARAGE. ASKING $86,500. CALL DAN SR. PRICE REDUCED ASHRIDGE AREA- BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM BUILT 2 STORY HOME, 3 BR, 2 1/2 BATH, W/WALKOUT FINISHED BASEMENT, REAR DECK, SWIMMING POOL. MUST SEE THIS HOME. ASKING $266,000. CALL CHUCK PRICE REDUCED SARDINIA - 3 BR, 2 BATH, RANCH HOME, OVERSIZED GARAGE, NICE CORNER LOT IN TOWN. ASKING $95,500. CALL CHUCK PRICE REDUCED SARDINIA - BEAUTIFUL WELL MAINTAINED 3BR HOME ON 1 ACRE W/ATTACHED GARAGE & A 24X32 DETACHED GARAGE. COVERED FRONT PORCH & PARTIALLY COVERED BACK DECK. A MUST SEE HOME OUT OF TOWN. ASKING $158,500 CONTACT CHUCK
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THE FIXER Home Repairs 40 Years Experience One call does it-fixed Call Dave Filon 740-706-Dave(3283)
507 - SEWING & ALTERATIONS For all your sewing needs for you, your family and your home. Call 937-4444276. Reasonable rates, expert service.
606 - FARM MERCHANDISE
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SARDINIA - 3 BR, 1 BATH, EXCELLENT CONDITION, ON MAIN ST. NEAR 32. ASKING $69,000. CONTACT ROGER
SARDINIA - 3/4 BEDROOM FRAME HOME ON LARGE LOT IN TOWN WITH PARTIAL BASEMENT, VERY CLEAN, GREAT STARTER HOME OR RENTAL INVESTMENT. MUST SEE INTERIOR TO APPRECIATE THIS PROPERTY. NEW PRICE $55,900
800 - R.V. S/CAMPERS /TRAILERS
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MARK WANTS running, wrecked, dead cars and trucks. Now paying $150 - $400/cash for complete vehicles. FREE TOW! 937-446-3021 or 513-739-0774 JUNKED, WRECKED unwanted autos, autos, trucks, motorcycles, etc., some towed free, cash paid for some. Call 513-734-1650
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BUNGALO 48’ travel trailer, 2008 excellent condition, fully furnished, 2-large slideouts. Original price $42,000 asking $29,500, 513-604-7894. Have pictures.
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SARDINIA - 2 BR. 1 BATH NEAR CENTER OF TOWN ON LARGE LOT, GREAT STARTER HOME. ASKING $48,000. CONTACT ROGER
SARDINIA - MFG. HOME ON 1+ACRE LOT, 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH, LARGE REAR DECK. LOTS OF SHADE, LARGE GARAGE OR STORAGE BUILDING. ASKING $64,900
FIREWOOD FOR sale, HUGE FAMILY Yard $100 truckload. Call Sale every Fri., Sat. & Drew Howser at Sun. from 9am-7pm at 937-444-4787 or Corey Holly Lanes on St. Rt. Lots of Spitznagel at 125, Amelia. items for home, clothes 937-444-4525 for details. for kids & adults, great prices. SEASONED & split mixed hardwood, fullsize truck load thrown in & thrown out, $90. Will deliver in area between Mt. Orab & Felicity and Amelia & Georgetown, 937-379-5071 or 937-618-9499.
SARDINIA- 3 RENTAL PROPERTY UNITS, 3 BEDROOM UNIT ON 1ST FLOOR, 2 BEDROOM UNIT ON 2ND FLOOR. 3RD UNIT IS A STUDIO APARTMENT W/FULL KITCHEN. EACH HAVE THEIR OWN ENTRANCE. ASKING $92,000. CONTACT ROGER
SARDINIA - CLEAN 2 BR. 1 BATH HOME ON SMALL LOT, CITY UTILITIES, NEAR CENTER OF TOWN. ASKING $52,000. CONTACT ROGER
MY NAME is Dozer. I’m male, housbroke, was found near Winchester, If you know me please tell my family to call 937-779-7949 because I miss them.
DANVILLE DAY Care Monday-Friday 7:30-5:30 6 weeks and older. 937-764-1531 or 937-509-1727
504 - BUSINESS SERVICES
SARDINIA- 4-5 BEDROOM 2 STORY OLDER HOME IN TOWN WITH FENCED IN BACK YARD. ASKING $59,000. CONTACT ROGER
SARDINIA - 2 UNIT RENTAL PROPERTY. 2 MANUFACTURED HOMES ON SAME LOT. BOTH HAVE 3 BEDROOMS. CITY WATER, SEWER & TRASH. ASKING $112,000. CONTACT ROGER
501 - CHILD CARE
DAYCARE HUGS & KIDS, LLC. 6th & Willow St., Williamsburg Call Dorothy Lewis 513-218-7471 or Stephanie Lewis 859-801-0125 Opening November 5, 2012
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NEW LISTING - SARDINIA, 1 1/2 ACRE LOT IN TOWN WATER & SEWER AVAILABLE. ASKING $49,500 NEW LISTING - LAKE WAYNOKA - BRING YOUR BOAT, BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME OR WEEKEND RETREAT. GREAT WATERFRONT DOUBLE LOT. WITH GOOD BUILDING SPOT & PLENTY OF ROOM FOR YOUR PERSONAL DOCK. GATED COMMUNITY, MANY AMENITIES, 3 SWIMMING POOLS, STATE OF ART FITNESS FACILITY, & RESTAURANT, FOR A LOW MEMBERSHIP FEE. ASKING $74,900 NEW LISTING - LAKE WAYNOKA LOT, PERFECT FOR ENTRANCE TO ALL THE AMENITIES, LIKE 3 POOLS, STATE OF ART GYM, & RESTAURANT. ASKING $2,500 NEW LISTING - SARDINIA - COMMERCIAL LOT, EDGE OF SARDINIA NEAR NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. HAS CITY WATER & SEWER. EXCELLENT TRAFFIC FLOW. ASKING $49,500 MT. ORAB AREA - MOON RD. 4 VACANT ACRES. COUNTY WATER AVAILABLE. PRICE REDUCED TO $12,900 5 ACRE TRACT WITH COUNTY WATER, PREAPPROVED SEPTIC IN LYNCHBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT NEAR 32. ASKING $25,000 6+ ACRES, WOODED AREA IN LYNCHBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT, NEAR BUFORD $39,900
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restructured to cover the new hours. Some existing staff will occasionally work a few extra hours during the week, but no additional staff positions were created to accommodate the expansion in hours. A small number of survey respondents also asked for seven-day-perweek service at each branch. While around the clock availability may be an appropriate goal for a public service agency, library funding is not adequate to support a seven-day schedule at this time. “Libraries are all about customer service, and customer service requires adequate numbers of well-trained staff. Funding for libraries just can’t support face-to-face cus-
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tomer service at sevendays-per-week right now,” says Harden. But the Brown County Public Library believes it has found a practical and fiscally prudent balance between the public’s desire for constant access and the library’s limited resources. Each branch is open to the public five days per week with one closed weekday. The closed weekday was set to ensure that there is always an open library available to the public. On the one weekday that each branch is closed, staff go out into the local communities to provide library services to schools, nursing homes, day care centers, and other organizations at their locations. Book drops are located at each
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1338665 - Mt. Orab - Immaculate ranch style home w/2000 sq.ft. living area. 3BD, 2BA. Mbr. suite has separate sitting & dress area into a roomy walk-in clst. 21x18 covered porch in rear. 2 bay wndws. 2 sheds. Lrg portion of yard w/ elec. fence. Must see to believe! WOW! $149,900
1337507 - Mt. Orab - Get ready to move!! 4 Bdrm. all brick home w/full bsmt. & 2 car attached garage. New flooring & paint. Bathroom total renovation. Hdwd floors under carpet. Plenty of storage. Playset stays. Fire pit in rear. Mature shade. Priced to sell. $115,000
D SOL Mt. Orab - Wonderful all brick hm. on the edge of town. Hardwood flring thru-out. Newer roof, master bath, HVAC and beautiful ceramic countertops. Gorgeous glass surround on guest bath. Full bsmt w/roomy family room and storm shelter. 3 BR 2 Ba Two Car Gar. Mature Shade. $135,500
1333914- Mt. Orab - S.E. corner of SR 32 & Klein Rd. 2200 ft. of frontage on (limited access) SR 32 & 1585 ft. of frontage on Klein Road. 51.49 acres. Multi-purpose ground. Water at the road. $310,000
1324362 - Pike Twp - Renovated 1.5 story home on 1.97 rolling acres. Beamed ceilings, gourmet kitchen, newer carpet & exterior NDING E P D doors. Stocked SOL pond, 40x32 garage w/steel 12' roll-up door. Add'l one car w/lean too. Covered front porch and back deck. First Offering! $98,500 MLS#1328251 - Mt. Orab - Country elegance in exclusive Beacon Hill. 3BD, 2BA. Brand new flring, paint, chair rail & crown molding. Lg rooms. Beautiful brick FP, cathedral ceilings & fully equip. kitchen w/ great storage. Enclosed screen porch w/attached octagonal deck. $215,000
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1334873 - Mt. Orab- Beautiful Bi-Level nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac. 3BD, 2.5 BA. Crown molding, accent walls, chair rail, cathedral ceiling, Rec rm, Family rm, back deck, fire pit, shed, fully fenced back yard w/tree house. Additional carport. $124,500 1322164 - Williamsburg - Beautiful Sears & Roebuck home situated on a quiet town double lot. Pristine hardwood floors (Oak down & Pine up). Arched doorways, wide baseboards, french doors to enclosed back porch. Fenced yard. 1 car garage. Partial poured basement. $82,500
1324847 - Mt. Orab - Location! Setting! Location! All Brick Ranch 100's of feet off of the road. 5 Acres! 3BD, 2BA. Supreme curb appeal! Sunken family rm, equipped kitchen, newer roof. 2 finished rooms in bsmt. 24x26 finished rm. in garage. 2 car bay also. Rolling woods on rear. $179,900
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ALS support group changes meetings The ASD Support Group of Brown County will no longer meet monthly, but will now meet quarterly. There will be no meeting for the month of January. The dates for the first two meetings of this year are Tuesday, February 19 and Tuesday, April 16, both from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at the Western Brown High School library. The focus of the February meeting will be to plan
1336137 - Lake Waynoka- Incredible lakefront property nestled on a cove. 4BD, 3.5 BA. Hearthstone hewn log home in impeccable condition. Hardwood flrs. on 1st level except for MBR suite. Gormet Kit.w/blt-in microwave, oven and granite island range top. Granite countertops. $369,900
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1338818 - Mt. Orab - Absolutely stunning, 2 yr old ranch style hm w/soaring ceilings. 3BD, 2BA. Fully equipped kitchen w/counter bar. French Door w/o onto deck from Great Room & MBR Suite. Better than new. Fully fenced back yard which backs up to woods. Quick Occupancy. $135,000
Eastern School District - 3 BD on .91 Acre. This clean & affordable all brick home has a 2 car detached garage & is wheelchair accessible. Bright & Cheery, this home boasts a beautiful WBFP and a nice covered front porch. $62,500 1299751- 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. $99,900
1334506 - Mt. Orab - Immaculate! It's all done for you. 3BD, 2BA. Newer roof, windows, brand new furnace beautiful fiberglass entry door. 1800 sq ft of great attention to detail. Spaciousimpeccable. $125,000
1243844 - Investment opportunity! Nothing to do but take LY over the AMI F I T rent roll!! MUL Total renovation on all units. 4 different units! Elec & gas separately metered. Laundry facilities on site. Partial Bsmt. Fresh paint on exterior. $147,500
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for Autism Awareness Month, which is in April. The focus of the April meeting will be to plan for the Walk Now for Autism Speaks, which is held in June. There will be no meetings in the summer. A notice will be published at a later date to detail the fall and winter meetings. For more information call Denise Holden at (937) 444-1343.
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branch so materials can be returned when the branches are closed, and the Library’s catalog and website are accessible through the Internet 24/7. The Library welcomes continued feedback regarding its services. Suggestion boxes are available at each branch, email contacts can be made through the website, and staff are happy to speak with you by phone or in person. Visit the BCPL website for more information: www.browncountypubliclibrary.org Georgetown Mon, Wed, Thurs: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m., Fri, Sat: 9 a.m. -4 p.m., Tues, Sun: Closed. Mt. Orab Mon, Tues, Thurs: 9 a.m. -8 p.m., Fri, Sat: 9
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1333084 - Mt. Orab - Exquisite Custom Blt Full Brick home in exclusive Beacon Hill sub-divison. Formal dining room w/tray ceiling. Flr to ceiling stone F/P. Custom windows w/transomes. Beautiful MBR suite. Gourmet kit w/corian counters. Full fin bsmt. Stunning! $219,900
1331501 - Mt. Orab - 3 BR 2BA Full brick home on a picturesque 1.4 acre setting. Almost 2000 sq. ft. of living area. Newer roof and laundry room. The tiered decking on the rear serves as an add'l recreation area w/lots of mature shade. This is the first offering in this arena. Call Bert or Dominic for more details! $134,500
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 1265584 - Mt. Orab - OWNER FINANCING! Flexible Terms!! Former Cahall Apparel Store in the heart of I LY M A F Orab. Mt. TIL U M 1100 sq ft of store front office area add'l w/4 rental apts. Full walkout bsmt. Low maintence. 15 space parking lot with mo. income. Public Utilities. $199,900
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In 2013, all branches of the Brown County Public Library will be open additional hours. The change is a result of public feedback, and is made possible by continued local support of libraries. “You spoke, and we listened,” says BCPL Executive Director Lynn Harden. The Library conducted a survey in the fall of 2012, and its customers overwhelmingly asked for additional evening hours. Three BCPL branches (Georgetown, Mt. Orab, and Sardinia) will now be open an additional weeknight until 8 p.m. The Fayetteville-Perry branch will be open later on Fridays, until 6 p.m. The expanded hours come with minimal additional cost because existing staffing was
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1339793 - Mt. Orab - Exciting full brick home unique in style. 38x35 beautiful finished rec room in bsmt. Great rm. w/stone F/P, 3 BD, 2 fully renovated baths, new countertops in kit. Rear french dr. w/o to professionally landscaped back yard w/pool & tiered decking. $221,500
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1337896 - Mt. Orab - First offering! Full brick quad level home built like a fortress! 4BD, 2.5 BA. Former construction res./business office. Built in sound system, built in drafting table, 1st. floor MBR suite, WBFP, Hdwd under carpets. Cedar lined closets. Corner lot. $159,900
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1334868 - Mt. Orab - Immaculate custom maintenance-free home. 4BD, 2BA. Open foyer, open flr plan w/cath ceils. Equip. kit w/beveled island & cntr tops. Natural wdwrk. Mstr suite w/jacuzzi. Fully fenced in-grnd pool. Beautiful tiered decking. Prof. lndscpd.. $169,900 1336123 Georgetown Beautiful craftmanship of this total renovation! Brand new flring, windows, roof, furnace, siding, kitchen w/appliances & elec. service. 3BD, 1BA. A doll house ready to move-in. 40x30 barn w/new siding, roof, & gar. door. 20x10 shed. A true must see! $89,900 Georgetown Great investment or opportunity home to raise your family. This 3 BR 2 Ba home is ready to move-in. Unique as it could function as a one or two family. New carpet, fresh paint, oversized 2 car gar. 1+ acre on public water and sewer with 2 separate taps. $84,900
1312624 - Georgetown - Walk back in time as you enter the front door of this magnificent home! 3BD, 1.5 BA. Double parlor, wdwk fluted w/rosettes. Wide baseboards & a cherry bannister. A dry cellar underneath. This home has a secure, local alarm system which can be transferred to the new owner. $79,900
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Where: Clermont County Fairgrounds 1000 Locust St. Owensville, Ohio 45160 When: Sat. Jan. 26, 2013 @ 10:00am TRACTORS - FARM EQUIPMENT – CONSTRUCTION LAWN & GARDEN STILL ACCEPTING “GOOD QUALITY” CONSIGNMENTS until FRI. JAN. 25, 2013 @ 5:00PM (NO Titled Vehicles / NO Junk) TRACTORS: John Deere 4640 w/cab,42”duels,weights,3hdy outlets w/dump valve, heat/AC 6300hrs.; John Deere 870 4x4 diesel (only 379hrs.); Ford 5610; John Deere 1010 Utility; Ford 9N; International 300 Utility; 1954 Cockshutt 30 w/factory wide/fr. & 3pt. gas; Ford NAA; (2) Ford 8N’s; 1952 Cockshutt 30 n/fr. w/hydr.; Ford 4600; Ford 3600; Farmall Cub; 2555 John Deere Row Crop; Fordson Super Major; Ford 4600 utility; more to be added. FARM EQUIPMENT: Mill Creek Manure Spreader; 3pt. 6ft. Land Pride 6way grader blade; 3pt. Bush Hog side ditch mower; International wheel disc;(2) 3pt. 2bottom John Deere Plow; (2 sets) of 3pt. 6ft. pick up discs; bale spear; 5ft. 3pt. John Deere finish mower; 7ft. Crony finish mower; JD 6ft. blade exc. Cond.; 3pt. cultivators; Ford suitcase weights; IH front end loader attach; IH 2 bottom fast hitch plow; Hicap portable seed cleaner; 12ft. 6in grain elevator; Stainless steel saddle tanks; 3pt. boom pole; Woods 7’ mower; 18ft Oliver wing disc. NO cyl.; JD post hole digger; Land Pride pallet forks; 3pt.6ft. grader box; (100) NEW New Holland rake teeth; NEW 6’ 3pt. tiller w/slip clutch; NEW 3pt. sub-soiler; NEW 3pt Potato Plow; NEW 3pt. cultivator; NEW bale spear; 6ft 3pt. land leveler; Ford 3pt dirt scoop; wagon w/sides; & more. CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT: Catapiller D4H series 2 (one owner); Massey Ferguson 500 Front loader/bare back; Vermeer V1550 Trencher; Mobark Wood Chipper. LAWN & GARDEN: RIDING MOWERS--(Restored) 1966 John Deere 110 round fenders; JD LT-133; Cub Cadet 1330; Kubota B6100; John Deere 210; Kubota F2100 front mount mower; Ransomes 20hp 60” cut mower; Snapper Fr Z mower w/Kubota diesel engine; Ariens Rear tin tiller; (2)pressure washers; (2) post hole auger bits; (2)snow blowers; Ryan Thatcher; JD L 111 riding mower; gas edge; Misc. chain saws; 6ft. Woods belly mower; Lawn sweeper, sprayer, & fert. spreader; still more coming MISC. & NON-TITLED TRAILERS: 14’ tandem ax/car trailer; Craftsman ball-bearing tool box; 7’ Meyers snow plow w/pump & lights; (4) 14.5 trailer tires; mini torch set; bench grinder; Magnetic plate drill; wooden show box; (2) 900-20 wheels & tires; (2) generators; mini bike; torpedo heater; hammer drill; (2) cut quick saws; go-cart fiberglass body; wooden barrel; and still more. -- Visit us @ www.auctionzip.com (user #7414), as we will continually update the Ad with pic’s & descriptions of consigned equipment-AUCTIONEERS NOTE: Last year we had a GREAT Auction & it is shaping up, BIGGER & BETTER this year. Auction OUTSIDE regardless of weather, dress accordingly. Homemade! Food/Drinks for sale by **CONLEY’S SWEET SENSATIONS** Concessions TERMS: Cash, checks (with photo ID). Visa, Master Card, & Discover w 3.5% merchant fee added. Everything sold as is/where is. NO Guarantee. Will Have Help to load, items needs to be removed auction day. (Unless other arrangements are made with auctioneer) ***TO CONSIGN PLEASE CALL DAVID @ (513) 724- 3903 OR (513)200-9662***
West/Central BROWN CO. - 20 Acres, 4 BR Home, 600' Road Frontage, Shop, Shed, Round Crib, Barn with Hay Loft, Converted Crib with concrete floor, Tobacco barn, horse stalls, tack room, feed room, frost proof water, feed and cattle barn. Black Top Drive, Black Board Fence. Family Room with stone fireplace - French doors open onto shaded large deck. Utility Room with washer, dryer and laundry tub. New floors and floor coverings. Lots of solid oak kitchen cabinets with island bar and smooth top Jenn-Air Range, dishwasher, side by side refrigerator, microwave, bar stools. Gas Furnace with central air. Living Room with vintage tile fireplace. 10' ceilings in majority of house. Leaded glass entry doors. Master suite with fireplace. Thermopane Windows. MUCH, MUCH, More!
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